March 17, 2023

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Serving the Rivers, Rapid City and Oak River areas for 115 years

14th Annual Northern Pike Classic

By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner

The snowfall blizzard warning and 45 km/h winds made for an interesting event this past Saturday, but it did not stop the ice fishing from happening. The Rivers Area Game and Fish hosted the ice fishing derby on Mar. 11, 2023, at Lake Wahtopanah. Such a great crowd of volunteers and determined fishers made it fun and successful. There were 17 entrants in the youth category and 5 fish were caught. Each of the 5 who caught a fish won a trophy, an ice fishing combo rod and reel, plus a $25 gift certificate from either Jo Brook Outdoors in Brandon or Still Water Adventures in Virden.

The winners were 1st Mason Hillis with a 67cm northern pike, 2nd Chloe Kent with a 60cm northern pike, 3rd Asher Vreeman with a 58cm northern pike, 4th Oliver Vreeman with a 57cm northern pike, 5th Asher Vreeman with a 55cm northpike.

4th $250 Stan Waldner with a 81.5cm northern pike, 5th $200 Spencer Griffin from Brandon 75cm, 6th $100 Derek Wyton from Brandon 74.5cm at 11:30am, 7th $100 Maxine Yuhaha from Erickson 74.5cm at 12:03pm, 8th $100 Will Foster from Brandon 74.5cm at 1:14pm, 9th $100 Casey Stafford from Brandon 74.0cm, 10th $100 Abby Mazier 71.5cm.

Robinson, #3- Will Foster. Morningstar Metals apparel hoodie won by Angela Roberts and the thermal shirt won by Tyler Spring.

Five lucky anglers brought their fish in closest to hidden times throughout the day and were presented with $20 in Chamber Bucks from Rivers Chamber of Commerce. Keith Howell (Virden), Cody Sonnenberg (Rivers), Spencer Griffin (Brandon), Will Foster (Brandon) and Tim Usunier (Brandon).

By Sheila Runions Banner Staff

For the cash prize derby for adults, we had 111 entrants with 32 fish caught. The winners were 1st $1,000 Curtis Wiebe from Rivers with a 91cm northern pike, 2nd $750 Mark Vreeman from Rivers with a 85.5cm northern pike, 3rd $500 Mike Moroz from Sandy Lake with a 82.5cm,

tion to the schools.

As reported in the March 9 edition, the Grade 12 Interdisciplinary Studies in Science class at Rivers Collegiate planned a project for Riverdale Harvest.

Winner of the Strikemaster Electric Ice Auger raffle was Riley Boyd of Rivers. 50/50 winner of $190 was Mark Robinson. Perfume bottle#1Mike Moroz, #2- Mark

Thank you to our sponsors for this event- Jo Brook Outdoors (Brandon), Still Water Adventures (Virden), R.W. Bait (Rivers), Johan’s Construction Ltd. (Rivers) Morningstar Metals (Brandon) and Rivers Chamber of Commerce.

Can collections for canoes

Pupils co-ordinated the entire month-long promotion, which culminated in a ceremonious presentation on March 20 to Riverdale Harvest president Heather Gray and Liliane.

Because the snow had melted so much, the canoe could not be portaged across the street to Zion Church (home of Riverdale Harvest). Rather, the teens carried bags, boxes and garbage

and Chimo Beach areas for con tributions from the community.

When all was said and done, the scales at Riverdale Harvest noted a total of 434 pounds, “a fabulous amount,” says Heather.

put away in the proper place on the shelving units. They were fantastic! We are very, very

Dubbed the Boat Load of Food, students secured a canoe from Rolling River School Division with an intent to fill it with non-perishables. Although the campaign was fully organized by that class, the original idea came from a suggestion made by harvest volunteer Liliane Dupuis.

cans from the school foyer into the church basement the afternoon of March 21, where the food was weighed and sorted. Although the project was a senior students brainstorm, the entire high school was encouraged to participate. The collegiate hosted a poor boy floor hockey tournament in which to play, athletes had to pay with food for the canoe. Some students also canvassed Rivers, Oak River

“We are so pleased they decided to help those we serve. A lot of times kids don’t get enough credit but this group of students certainly deserves some praise.

Oak River Relic Run Poker Derby

All students stayed behind to help check expiry dates, sort and

By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner

White-out conditions did not stop the riders from coming out to this great event. No winter storm was going to stop 103 riders from joining in for the Oak River Relic Poker Derby on Mar. 11, 2023.

“I heard the idea at a meeting in Brandon. St. Augustine School had tried Fill a Canoe in conjunction with the 10-day Festival du Voyaguer in Winnipeg in February. It was very successful and whenever I hear food bank, my ears always perk up!”

ready to ride. The little man in the one photo is 6-year-old Sutton Gerrard, riding for the first time in the derby by himself.

She then brought the suggestion to Riverdale Harvest, which supported the idea and asked her to present the promo -

There were plenty of families joining in this family ride. In the photos you can see two young ladies, Brooklyn and Bridget Stewart

A moment of silence was held for Marty Ramsey who passed away on Mar. 11, 2018. The rink was full for the moment taken for Marty and the silence was ended with a cheers sent up to him. The Oak River Ag Society appreciated how so many people came out to support and

recognize Marty.

168 hands of poker were played in this amazing event. The winners were Maxine Shamray taking first place for the grand prize of $650. Trace Froese in second for a $390 prize. Third place prize of $260 went to Cam Argue.

A thank you to everyone who volunteered to help with the event. Hope to see everyone next year for the annual Oak River Relic Run Poker Derby.

Elementary school staff member/Harvest volunteer Yvonne Crouch initiated a similar campaign in her school. That threeweek effort simply encouraged students to leave product in the canoe; 87 pounds of food was collected from the younger group on Thursday, March 22.

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Photo by Heather Gray

The canoe at Rivers Elementary School was adequately filled.

Back row L/R: Meghan Knelsen, Erich Schmidt, Thom Heijmans, Heather Gray, Liliane Dupuis. Front row L/R: Minami Kijima, Haile Hubbard, Chassidy Payette, Morgan Ramsay, Bryce Summers, Quinn Hrabok.

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By Chad Carpenter

Waddell family history

This column is a departure from the usual but hopefully readers will find it of interest.

In 1987, after the death of my father, John Miller Waddell, and having lost my mother in 1986, I inherited a typical family treasure, a shoe box of pictures. For several agonizing nights I pored over the pictures.

What I had to start with is about 100 years of family history. With the help of friends who worked in the local archives office, I have also been able to trace the family back to 1831 in Scotland with a fair amount of assurance of accuracy.

As of 1987, with the death of my father, John MiIler Waddell, we had the following sketchy information about the family’s arrival in Canada. The family came from Scotland, but we didn’t even know where in Scotland. We had always been told that the family came in 1912 to Montreal. That my Grandfather, James Aitken Waddell was married to Anne Kennedy Waddell (nee Miller). With a naive acceptance of family lore, I wrote the following under an early 1900s picture that may well be the wedding photo for my grandparents.

“James Aitken Waddell and Ann Kennedy Waddell (Miller) on their wedding day. The Waddells immigrated from Scotland and were, according to family history scheduled to board the ill-fated Titanic but came on another ship. They settled in Montreal where James worked at his trade of iron moulding. He was a master moulder and specialized in bronze and brass.”

James A. Waddell shows up in the Hamilton, Ontario area in 1911 and it seems he stayed for 10 months in the area working his trade. He returned to Scotland and come back.

“James A Waddell (age 32) arrived in St. John NB 8 Jan. 1913 via Saturnia from Glasgow, destination Galt, ON.”

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A later 1913 record show “On 3 June 1913 at Quebec City via Saturnia destination Galt, ON, Mrs. Waddell age 31, William age 10 ½, James age 7 ½, John age 5 ½.”

So it was 1913, not 1912 and they didn’t come together but six months apart which wasn’t unusual. The husband would go on ahead, get some work and presumably a bit of money stored up and then the family followed.

This military sign-up application and the confirmation of James Aitken’s birth date shows that while the family is indeed Scottish, James Aitken Waddell was born in Salford, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, on October 31,1880 to William Waddell (born 1853) and Annie Waddell. In the 1881 census it shows that the family lived at Pendelton in Salford, Lancashire, England. William and Annie in 1881 census had William Waddell (4), Mary Waddell (2) and James Waddell (5mos,). In the 1891 census they show up at North Road, Larbert, Stirlingshire, Scotland and the children are listed as William (14), James (10), George (8),Alexander (5) and Thomas (2). Mary is not listed so she has either passed away or gone to live with another family. The 1901 census shows the address at Larbert but at N. Broomage and lists the family unit as husband William (48), wife Annie (44) and children, James (20), Alex (15) and Thomas(12).

James Aitken Waddell had brothers William, James, George, Alexander

and Thomas back in Scotland who may or may not have immigrated to Canada.

It appears that James Aitken Waddell’s father, William was likely born in Larbert, Sterlingshire with an address listed as Skaithmuir. At least a William Waddell was born to a George and Jess Waddell living at that address. That corresponds with the 1881 census that lists James Aitken Waddell’s father as a William Waddell born in 1853. George is listed as an iron furnace keeper which would also lead into William later being listed as an iron moulder, as sons usually followed fathers in their trade. William shows up as an 8 year old in the 1861 Scotland census. That would correspond with the later census data from 1881 and 1891 listed above. George Waddell in 1861 is head of the household, George (born 1831) and spouse, Jess (39) along with son William (7) but also Mason (6), Mathew (4) and George (8mos.). It also shows a Grace Penman (20), Andrew Penman(16) and Janet Penman(11). The Penmans may or may not have been relatives but were listed in the census as part of the household. Every family has a story and like most people I wish I knew more history.

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 Banner & Press staff.

Imay have mentioned, once or twice, that I am one of 46 grandchildren on my maternal side. That means I have forty-five first cousins. We are widely scattered and, of course, of varying ages. Our early years were lived secure in a nest of grandparents, aunts and uncles and cousins, close to the cousins our age but certainly aware of everyone of ‘us’. A few years ago one started a private public media hub, a cousins corner, where we exchange memories, share concerns and victories and encourage one another. This week we faced a tough one. My thoughts come slowly and with difficulty, and not everyone may be comfortable continuing to read…

One of my younger cousins, only seventy, has had cancer for several years. The medical world has run out of options and treatments, and the quality of life had taken that dramatic downturn. Doing careful research, and with the support of immediate family, my cousin chose MAID, medical assistance in dying. And chose to die, surrounded my family, at three o’clock in the afternoon on his birthday. The partner shared a last photo, my cousin comfortable as possible in a big comfy chair, surrounded by the people near and dear to him. Seeing how frail and very fatigued he had become our hearts were even more tender.

Every comment shared was loving and kind. Some of the regular cousin contributors were silent; grief, uncertainty, uncomfortable with the topic, or of a contrary opinion? It doesn’t matter, the positive support was there. A number of cousins have already died, and several of the in-laws have died as well. We are familiar with grief, for everyone of us are orphans- no living mother or father. I am about the middle of the pack, so there are cousins older by a decade, and younger by more than a decade. We are entering the stage/phase of life where death is a fairly constant companion- feeling the loss of family and friends.

I admit, I do not know if I will chose MAID or not, so much will depend on the state of my mind and health. I do know that I will not, ever, judge anyone who does choose MAID. Back in 2014, when I was walking with Ed through the valley of the shadow of death, one conversation struck deep. (Many did, but this one made me think hard!) Laying there, in the hospital bed in the living room of the home he loved, he quietly said- ‘we didn’t treat our animals like this’. My reply was that the current law didn’t allow for any options, and his reply- ‘then change the law’. Just a few short weeks later I was called to speak to another one, a farmer, a family man, a man of integrity and values, and the conversation was almost verbatim. Here, I had heard in the space of less than a month, thinking men facing death, willing to accept the responsibility of making the choice of dying on their terms. For the sake of their pain wracked bodies, for the sake of their drug riddled bodies, for the sake of their loving and loyal partners meeting- as much as possible-all their needs, for the sake of the extended family watching the body wither and the mind fade…

I have deep appreciation for my cousin, his bravery in making public his choice, for making me think….

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The first days of Lent 2023 presented me with challenges I had not expected.

The biggest one came just over two weeks ago. I was in my home office, trying to write a Sunday Sermon. I had been at it for three days and was suffering from one of the most intense episodes of “Writer’s Block” (or as I call it-Scrambled Brain) that I’ve ever experienced. I spent an hour or more staring at my computer screen. I would write a few words and then delete them-and so it went hour after hour.

Now, as far as I know, I am not losing my mind. I am not suffering from the early stages of dementia (despite how it may look to my family at times). Nor is my experience any different from that which many of my readers either have or are currently going through.

In my case, several unforeseen events happened within a two-week period. Three of them were very sad events. I shared one of them in this space

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two weeks ago. A fourth reminded me of just how quickly someone can experience a major health scare. Fortunately, the person who suffered the scare has been given a clean bill of health. Several others (the details of which I will not disclose) were added to the mix.

On the day mentioned above, I was writing a sermon that I hoped would contain words of hope, help and healing that the people I serve each week need to hear. But on this day, I needed someone to give me the words that I was preparing to share with others; because I was feeling hopeless, helpless and was hurting deeply.

I have felt this way before. It is a very scary place in which to be. It is one step away from total emotional burnout; and having gone through that twice in my lifetime, I have no desire to go through it again.

In the past, I have recalled the advice doctors and counselors have given me and have tried to apply their ideas to my current situation. This time, I did something I have never done before. I turned off my computer, sat in my “reading chair (located right next to the coffee maker in my office),” turned off all the lights, closed my eyes and said: “God, I give up! I can’t do this anymore. Either show me a way to get through this turmoil or take me away from it. I’m tired. I can’t go on. I need your help; and I need it now.”

So, you may ask, what changed because of that prayer? Absolutely nothing!! God totally rejected every idea I had about how things in my life should

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I didn’t get what I wanted--but I got what I needed. From the moment I uttered those words, I felt waves and waves of peace come over me. I was reminded of these words, written by St. Paul: “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and petition, let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)

I was also reminded of Jesus’ words: “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring worries of its own. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” (Matthew 6:34) Jesus’ words are liberating words. In next week’s column, I will share just how liberating they have become for me.

9 North Railway Street in Oak River, MB

The Blanshard CDC is offering for sale by tender the building formerly operating as “Shenanigan’s Cafe”. The building was operating as a restaurant until December 31st, 2018 and may be an ideal location for a catering business as there are certain appliances, and kitchen and restaurant equipment available in the building. The building will be sold in as is condition.

Tenders must contain the purchase price and proposed use of the building. The Blanshard CDC will also entertain a rent to own proposal.

The Blanshard CDC reserves the right to waive informalities, to reject any or all Tenders, or to accept the Tender deemed most favorable in the interest of the Blanshard CDC.

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Rivers Jets Minor Hockey

It was another successful weekend, Mar. 4 and 5, 2023, for Rivers Minor Hockey this weekend at the Provincials.

The U15 team captured a Bronze medal at the U15 B Provincials in Landmark following a heartbreaking last minute loss in the semi-finals.

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Three Rivers girls were part of the U13 Female A Provincial Champions, who took home gold with the Hamiota Huskies on home soil in Hamiota.

Our 11U team (pictured) captured bronze in Swan River at the Rural A Provincials. Jets coaches and players Ryan Lamb, Riley Lamb and Brady Paddock volunteered their time with the 11U group.

A big congratulations from the Rivers Jets to all the players.

and District Chamber of Commerce

By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner

Aproposed budget was discussed at the Chamber of Commerce meeting on Mar. 7, 2023.

As of February 28, 2023 memberships fees were in for a total of $1,345.00. Fundraising events are still in the works to raise funds in order to support the chamber’s donations and other events. A few different ideas are on the table including a Shop & Social Fundraiser with a goal to raise $2000 and a Business Expo with an undetermined goal at this time. More details on these events will be available as soon as plans are in motion.

The committee will be involved in the July 8th weekend event being run by the Rivers Train Station Renovation Committee. The committee will donate their time and up to $1000 of Chamber of Commerce money for various items including, but not limited to, fireworks, popsicles, etc. There is $1000 set aside for a scholarship. A budget of $600 is available for the Christmas events with Santa. $1000 is put aside for other community sponsored events which the Chamber of Commerce committee will need at least 3 months advanced notice for before donating to said event. Besides financial support, the Chamber of Commerce committee will be donating their time to many events throughout the year including the Haunted Forest in the fall.

Chamber Bucks were donated to the Rivers Game and Fish for the 14th Annual Northern Pike Classic in the amount of $200.

Royal Manitoba Winter Fair

#FOREVERROYAL Program

Brandon MB. – The Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba, in association with a number of participating partners, are pleased to announce the return of its popular #ForeverRoyal Community Ticket program for the 2023 Royal Manitoba Winter Fair.

The program, which was established in 2022, will see over a dozen local businesses and organizations donate complimentary tickets to families in Brandon and the surrounding area.

“Thanks to these great community partners, we will be sending several hundred families to this year’s Fair,” says Provincial Exhibition General Manager Mark Humphries. “Because so many families wouldn’t have the opportunity to take in the Winter Fair, this program will ensure that so many of them will have that chance to enjoy the excitement of this event.”

The six-day event, which will run from March 27th to April 1st in Brandon’s Keystone Centre, will kick off Monday morning with the annual Sunrise Breakfast, presented by Sunrise Credit Union, the Victoria Inn, Q Country Radio and 94.7 Star FM, from 7:00 am to 10:00 am in the historic Dome Building.

Among the organizations benefitting from this program will be The United Way, Samaritan House Ministries and Westman Immigrant Services.

Joining the Provincial Exhibition in providing this year’s #ForeverRoyal tickets will be Cenovus Energy, Manitoba Hydro, BEHLEN, MacMor Industries, Maple Leaf Foods, Velvet Dip, Guild Insurance, Meighen Haddad LLP, Westoba Credit Union, Manitoba Blue Cross, KAL TIRE, Westman Lumber, Super Thrifty Drugs, Kelleher Ford, Giant Tiger, Eurochem, Home Hardware and Four Season Sales in Virden.

Tickets to this year’s Fair, including “free” children’s tickets (courtesy of C&C Rentals and Recreation) and special RBC Family Day discount tickets for Wednesday, March 29th, are on sale now at www. provincialexhibition.com.

For more information, contact:

Mark Humphries General Manager Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF OAKVIEW PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING THE 2023 FINANCIAL PLAN

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Subsection 162 (2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the R. M. of Oakview intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year 2023 at a public hearing in the Rapid City Council Chamber, 435 3rd Avenue, Rapid City on the 28th day of March, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan.

Copies of the proposed financial plan will be available for review commencing on the 15th day of March, 2023 on our website at www.rmofoakview.ca or may be examined by any person during regular office hours of the Municipal offices at Oak River (10 Cochrane Street) or Rapid City (435 3rd Ave) or by emailing a request for a copy to financemgr@rmofoakview.ca.

NOTE: We are asking all members of the public who wish to attend the meeting to PRE-REGISTER to allow the CAO to arrange for appropriate accommodations for the hearing. Please pre-register by March 27th at 4:30 p.m. by calling 204-566-2146 or emailing info@rmofoakview.ca.

Consultation with our community is an important component of the Municipality’s budget process. Council encourages you to attend.

Marci Quane Chief Administrative Officer R. M. of Oakview March 7th, 2023

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Rivers dancers compete in Brandon Festival of the Arts

By Jessica Coulterr Rivers Banner

Brandon Festival of the Arts was sure in for a treat when the Rivers dancers went to town. This event included a weeklong attendance from most of our town’s dancers. They were involved in so many routines throughout the week.

Elizabeth Pratt participated in the Acro, tap, hip-hop and ballet group performances. She dances through Steppin Time dance Studio in Brandon with a good friend Karrina Taylor. Her groups received high silver for Acro, silver for hip-hop, high silver for tap, and silver for ballet. When she isn’t in school, she is at Steppin time on Wednesday, Thursday evenings and Saturday.

Zoe Moquin-Wood also took part, she danced a Jazz Solo in the 12 and under category scoring a Silver, dance was choreographed by Charlene Hiscock. She also danced with her Jazz group scoring a high Silver, choreographer was Kylie Hardy-Csversko. Zoe dances with Brandon School of Dance/Dance Imagines. She will also be competing with her Solo at Rolling River festival the morning of March 22 in Minnedosa.

With how hard these young ladies practise, it is no wonder they are taking home so many awards.

Spring break day camp Riverdale Community Centre

By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner

Does anyone need a little help this spring break with activities for your kids?

Christine Walker, manager of community services for the Riverdale Community Centre, will be hosting a day camp for children from Mar. 27 – Mar. 30. She has planned a whole ton of fun for these four days and she is excited to have the children join her. Spaces will fill up fast once you see what she has planned, so don’t hesitate to reach out to her as soon as you can.

The camp will run from 8:30am to 4:00pm each day.

On Monday, Mar. 27, she has planned a Canada day, sports and play with skating, sports and games.

On Tuesday, Mar. 28, spring has sprung, as it will be garden day.

On Wednesday, Mar. 29, the children will get a chance to meet our town heros, as EMS/police will be visiting. The kids will get to play detective too.

On Thursday, Mar. 30, it will be time to bring out the glue and markers for a ton of crafts. Might need a hard hat for all the fort construction too.

Be sure to reach out to Christine by phone 204-328-7753 or by email recreation@ riverdalemb.ca.

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RM of Riverdale met for special meetings February 16 and March 1, 2023 where they held in camera meetings as a Committee of the Whole to discuss personnel matters.

PUBLIC NOTICE

REGARDING THE 2023 FINANCIAL PLAN

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 2023 at a public hearing on the 11th day of April 2023 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 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, 2023

Kat Bridgeman, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer

Contact: 204-328-5300 or cao@riverdalemb.ca

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Serving Rivers and area since 1906.

Phone 204-727-0694 or 1-800-897-5694 www.brockiedonovan.com

MORTGAGE AUCTION SALE

Stewart Endeavors

Gravel - Sand - Stone - End Dump/ Belly Dump Services - Excavating stewie13@mts.net 204-365-0086

Alex Stewart Box 916, Rivers MB, R0K1X0

5th April

The building and land known as 123128 Railway Avenue, Lots 1 to 5, Block 2 Plan 130, Wheatland, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No. 3160782/2 will be sold at an auction on the __________ day of _____________, at _______ a.m.

The auction sale will be held by way of video or teleconference. There will be no in-person attendees at the auction. In order to participate you must pre-register at least 24 hours prior to the auction by contacting Shawn Eisler at either 204-727-8461 or seisler@mhlaw.ca

Directions: proceed 2.6 Kilometers west of the Town of Rivers on Hwy 25, and turn left onto Hwy Route 250. Continue down Hwy Route 250 for 1.6 Kilometers and turn right on Railway Ave/Route 259. Continue down Railway Ave/Route 259 for 1.2 Kilometers and the subject property is on the left-hand side, marked by a blue sign numbered 123128. The Vendor is informed that there is situate on the property a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, single family, one storey mobile home consisting of approximately 1870 square feet. The Vendor is informed that the home is situated on 0.3 acres of land. The Vendor is informed that there are outbuildings consisting of an attached four-car garage.

TAXES AND PRIOR ENCUMBRANCES: Taxes are paid up to December 31, 2020

The following encumbrances are registered against Title No. 3160782/2: - NIL

RESERVE BID: The reserve bid will be announced at the commencement of the auction sale.

TERMS: A deposit of $22,000.00 in cash or certified cheque or bank draft payable to Meighen Haddad LLP and the balance according to conditions to be announced at the sale. The maximum amount of cash that may be provided as part of the deposit is $7,500.00. The balance of the purchase price together with interest thereon at the rate of 5.25 % per annum from the date of the sale shall be due and payable to Meighen Haddad LLP within thirty (30) days from the date of the sale. If the successful bidder has attended the auction by videoconference or teleconference, the successful bidder shall have a period of 24 hours to provide the mortgagee with the deposit and sign the auction sale conditions. Should the successful bidder fail to do so, the auction shall be considered abortive.

Further information may be obtained from:

Meighen Haddad LLP

110-11th Street

Brandon, MB R7A 4J4

Attention: Trent Sholdice/Shawn Eisler

Email: seisler@mhlaw.ca

Telephone: 204-727-8461

In order to confirm your spot for the auction, please pre-register no later than 24 hours prior to the commencement of the auction. To pre-register, please provide your name, phone number, and email address to the contact information above.

The auction sale will be conducted pursuant to an Order for Sale issued by the District Registrar. Certain parties may be prohibited from purchasing the property, including but not limited to, parties who by virtue of their employment or relationship to a person involved in the sale process would have special knowledge of the circumstances pertaining to the sale. For more information and a list of prohibited purchasers please visit: www.teranetmanitoba.ca.

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RIVERS BANNER

LAND FOR RENT

Ducks Unlimited Canada is offering land for rent in the RM of Oakview:

E ½ 9 & W ½ 3 – 15 – 22 W1 • 350 ACRES

SW 9 – 15 – 22 W1 • 60 ACRES

W ½ 9 – 15 – 19 W1 • 175 ACRES

This is a cash rent, one year agreement.

Producers wishing to submit a tender bid should provide in writing: name, phone number and price per acre.

Lessee must submit a plan outlining crop type and weed control as part of the bid. Full payment for cash rent shall be JUNE 1, 2023.

Tenders close at NOON on MARCH 24th, 2023.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. For a copy of the rental agreement and/or more specifics on the land(s) being rented, please contact Charlotte Crawley at the number below.

Please email or indicate “Land for Rent” on your envelope and email, or mail to:

Unit 2-545 Conservation Drive

Brandon MB R7A 7L8

Phone: (204) 868-5599

email: c_crawley@ducks.ca

PLACE YOUR AD BY: PHONE: 204-328-7494

E-MAIL: info@riversbanner.com

DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON

Minimum charge: $5+GST

Extra insertions: 1/2 original price

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We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in Prairie Mountain Health however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. These positions are subject to a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful applicant will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

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Shelly Moms restaurant destroyed in early morning fire

BY Rivers Daly Fire Department Rivers Banner

On Friday March 10, 2023 at 4:45am. RDFD was dispatched to a structure fire in the 600 block of 2nd Avenue in Rivers, located at Shelly Mom’s restaurant.

Rapid City Emergency Services was immediately requested for mutual aid and responded with equipment and manpower to assist. Rivers EMS and Rivers Police Service also responded. Upon arrival on scene, one team was assigned to protect the structure directly to the West of the fire, while the remaining teams attacked the fire from all sides. The fire was brought under control by approximately 6:00am, members remained on scene for the morning to monitor for any hot spots, etc. Manitoba Hydro attended to shut down all power and gas sources, and the Office of the Fire Commissioner was

dispatched to the scene to investigate the cause. The investigation is ongoing at this time.

Rivers/Daly Fire Department is very thankful for the years of support from Shelly Moms Kitchen as she consistently provided the team with coffee and food at large fire scenes, and we are deeply saddened that her dream and business was lost.

We would like to thank Provincial 911 Local 803, Rivers Police and Rivers EMS for keeping the scene and members safe. Also, thank you to Honey House for graciously sending donuts and coffee for the crew, Craige Madden with Riverdale Municipality for making coffee for the crew to keep everyone warm early in the morning, and also for attending to the scene afterwards to spread gravel on the road and parking area.

Many thanks again to all members of both Rivers Fire and Rapid City Fire for attending, it was greatly appreciated.

The Downfall of the Church - Part One Letter to the Editor

In the Old Testament of the Bible, God gave his people, the Israelites, the ancient land of Canaan to dwell in. Located at the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea, this thin slice of land was highly valued by the surrounding nations that consisted of Egypt to the south, Babylon and Persia to the east, and Assyria to the north. Having the Mediterranean to the west and desert to the east - acting as a bottleneck - traffic and trade was funnelled through allowing the occupant to gain financially; control also acted as a buffer against invading nations. The Israelites purpose in the land was to be a light to the nations by being wholly dedicated and obedient to the one true God. Obedience resulted in abundant blessings while disobedience resulted in the opposite; there being a constant shift between the two. They strayed from the laws of God by adopting the ungodly practices of the surrounding nations. During countless times of rebellion, God sent his prophets to expose their sin and plead for their return back to him, and when they refused, punishment followed:

● “The Israelites did evil in the eyes of the Lord; they forgot the Lord their God and served other gods. The anger of the Lord burned against Israel so that he sold them into the hands of…the King of Aram…to whom the Israelites were subject for eight years. But when they cried to the Lord, he raised up for them a deliverer…who saved them. Judges 3:7-9 (italics mine)

During stages of total depravity, and refusing to heed the prophets’ warnings, the people resorted to killing the messengers. Listen to the Prophet Elijah:

● “The Israelites have rejected your covenant, torn down your altars, and put your prophets to death with the sword. I am the only one left and now they are trying to kill me too.” 1 Kings 19:10 Regrettably, false prophets and leaders also invoked the Israelites to sin against God, as the 23rd chapter of Jeremiah illustrates:

● “They…lead my people astray with their reckless lies, yet I did not send or appoint them. They do not benefit these people in the least, declares the Lord. Jeremiah 23:32 God pledges severe punishment for those (then and now) in a position of leadership who lead his people astray.

● “Woe to the shepherds who are destroying and scattering the sheep of my pasture! declares the Lord.” Jeremiah 23:1 The Bible tells us that God is slow to anger and quick to forgive a repentant heart, but even he runs out of patience. In the year 722 BC, the Assyrians invaded the northern area of Israel, sending the people into captivity, followed by the Babylonians, who invaded the south in the years 597-586 BC.

So what does this have to do with the church? I’ll answer that in next week’s letter. In the meantime, please contact me at 204-720-4383 or jgklassen@ icloud.com if you have any questions, comments or concerns.

John Klassen Rivers, MB

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