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

Rapid City spring tune-up

Can collections for canoes

and Chimo Beach areas for contributions 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 pleased.”

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There was a great turn out for the Annual Golf Rapid City Spring Tune-up Tournament with a total of 20 participants. The tournament took place on April 29, 2023, at the Rapid City Legion Hall. It was a 9-hole, low score to win virtual golf game.

There were eight volunteers that helped by doing many different tasks to make this tournament possible. Everything ran smoothly without any issues. Lunch was served with golfers’ choice of beverage. The burgers were supplied by The Queens Hotel & Bar, and they were cooked in house by the Treasurer, Justin Usunier and his significant other who helped in the kitchen.

non-perishables. Although the campaign was fully organized by that class, the original idea came from a suggestion made by harvest volunteer Liliane Dupuis.

Zion Church (home of River dale Harvest). Rather, the teens carried bags, boxes and garbage

A big thank-you to all that donated.

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.

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

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.

Blair Delmage from MegaGrass donated a 12x16’ green turf to make the simulator feel authentic. Kim Saunders donated the 4x5’ stance mat that holds the sensor pad in a secured position and along with her delicious baking treats and handmade prize giveaways that consisted of customized coffee mugs, cup and shot glasses along with tees, golf balls and various little prizes.

“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!”

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

Brent Baker donated bags of ice for us to keep our selected drinks cool. Other donations from our amazing supporters within the Rapid City area were given and extra funds were donated throughout the day.

The Valleyview Golf Course would like to thank the Rapid City Legion Hall for allowing them to host this tourna -

ment, Rapid City & District Co-op, Jen Kolesar & Mirka Mas, for gathering what they needed for supplies, The Queens Hotel & Bar, Brent Baker & staff, for supplying the burgers and advertising the event, the Club Alumni & previous president Hugh Weitman for donating his time to help set up the frame and make this all possible, Mary Phillips for her sewing skills to make our impact screen usable and reliable, Debbie Brown for bartending for the event and keeping everyone organized when it got busy and most importantly would like to thank their supporters through out the region that came and had a great time.

The winner with the lowest score, Par 35 on the selected course within the program, was Randy Brown who shot a +5 (40).

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Photo by Sheila Runions

Photo by Heather Gray

The canoe at Rivers Elementary School was adequately filled.

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By Chad Carpenter

Embracing spring

There are no guarantees, but it looks like winter might be over. It wasn’t the worst winter on record but it certainly felt like the longest one in a while. My farmer friends tell me they are several days away from “getting on the land” although fields are starting to dry up.

Spring is optimism season. My wife is a bit apprehensive about the season, as I have often attempted some form of expansion in the spring time. Makes sense to me, longer daylight hours, warmer weather and a promising future all seem like good conditions to grow and expand.

This year may not see much expansion in our family or business. It looks like we will soon be down to owning two buildings instead of three, as we have sold our old business headquarters. That leaves us with the historic Neepawa Press building (1932) in downtown Neepawa and our historic home. The house was built in 1904, we believe, by a lady doctor, Dr. Davidson. It was bought a few years later and doubled in size by a dentist.

We added on an addition at the back a few years ago. When we bought the home, it had been a coffee house and gift store for a while. Our realtor described it as a character home for a pair of characters. I guess that was a compliment, at least to the house.

It’s always good to see the greenhouses open up and be able to buy some plants. Hanging baskets are a popular thing around our place. My wife would be a lot happier if I remembered to water them before they wilted.

Our parents were a product of the Great Depression. You didn’t throw anything away, you might need it some day and when you do need it,

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you might not have had the cash to pay for it. This past couple of weeks has been spent sorting through a large collection of “stuff” that we thought we might need some day. There was some archival material that will get a new home in the archives room at our main building but a lot of what we had for sale was surplus office furniture, building supplies, some household decor, lots of books (most of which went to a local book sale) and lots of auction purchases. We have been selling off for three years but the building has to be emptied. We are getting close and some people got some bargains. We ran an auction business for 20 years and have been hanging around auctions for 50 years. We bought, used and sold a lot of items over the years. Our place may look like a hoarder’s nest but the difference is we do sell stuff after we have used it and enjoyed it for a while.

So this spring looks like we will be consolidating rather than expanding, downsizing instead of adding. That’s

Ok, especially as we get a bit older. It would be a good time for us, and maybe for all of us to count our blessings, name them one by one. And while we are in a thankful mood, let’s pray for our farmers and all the Ag industry workers. Safety in the field and on the roads are always a big concern.

And, please, drivers give wide berth to farm machinery. A slight delay on the road is a lot better than the other outcomes that result in damage, injuries and deaths.

So this week’s column isn’t very controversial, just a bit of down home visiting. With a provincial election coming this year and so many social pressures emerging, there will be enough time for controversy in the weeks and months ahead. But for now, for this week, let’s just enjoy the spring.

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.

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Rita Friesen

A little laughter…

One of the things, and one of many of the things, that I missed during the isolation of the pandemic, was laughter. Laughing, belly laughing, with friends is a wonderful medicine for me. Laughing till the tears are running down our cheeks and the conversation builds on the last line uttered is therapeutic. Part of the community work that I am privileged to do is meeting with families and planning a loved ones memorial service. In the course of time together there are memories shared, and these elicit both tears and laughter. A true reflection of life, joys and sorrows. There is healing in both. Even in the time of deepest grieving there is a place to remember the love and laughter, perhaps one of the most important things to remember. One of the most gracious thank you notes I have ever received thanked me for leading the family into healthy laughter, the family sensing in that moment that life will go on.

This line of thinking was reinforced in an exchange of ideas with a young friend. Ok, younger than me and four years away from fifty! At a gathering of children the laughter was hearty and prolonged when the young woman realised a lad had gone from belly laughter to open weeping. When asked if he was ok or if there was a problem, he replied –‘ laughing and crying are so close together.’ And he is right. There is a fine line for both are indicative of deep emotion.

Reminds me of the time one of our grandchildren got a vehicle stuck, really stuck and needed to call grandpa to come and help, tow the vehicle out of a bog. In the course of the task, embarrassed youth, exasperated grandfather, Ed turned to the child and asked, ‘would it help if I cried?’. We are still using that as a code word, and still wonder what the heck he really meant!! It was not a place for laughter, tears may have released and relieved the tension.

On a regular basis I have lengthy telephone conversations with my close friend, travelling companion, and kindred spirit. It would be a very strange conversation if there were not raucous laughter. We laugh together, never at anyone, always at life, our lives, and our foibles. When she gets off the phone, her wife smiles and asks how is Rita doing? We are known for our shared laughter.

I wonder why we as a general people are more embarrassed by tears in public than we are of laughter? Do we still see tears as a sign of weakness and vulnerability? They can be. They are often a blessed relief from harboured sadness, or an emotional outlet for anger, or a spontaneous reaction to extreme beauty- a painting, a sunset, a portion of music. Most times folks apologise for tears. Seldom is there an apology for laughter, unless it is inappropriate and hurtful. We do laugh at others misfortune- slapstick humour and funniest home videos, without an apology.

Thinking back to the child’s explanation of tears and laughter being close together, he’s got it, and found the word to help me understand.

“ Our parents were a product of the Great Depression. You didn’t throw anything away, you might need it some day.

Beginning this week, I will be sharing some thoughts on the qualities of character and lifestyle that we should seek when choosing people to fill leadership roles in our world. I will be using, as examples, people whose stories can be found in the Scriptures and who, though relatively unknown when chosen, proved to be quality leaders.

The first leader on our list is the patriarch Noah; whose obedience to God’s command enabled him to save himself and his family from a gigantic flood that covered the earth in water and wiped out every living thing on its surface. Noah was chosen to undertake a 120 year challenge-build a boat big enough to hold himself, his family and two of every species of animal and bird that walked on the face of the earth.

Why was Noah chosen? Why not someone else? One reason was due to his character. The historian of the day tells us that Noah was a “just” person and “perfect” in his generation. The first of the two, being “just,” gives every leader a solid foundation on

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which to build a personal life and a leadership style.

A “just” person is committed to knowing the difference between right and wrong and doing what is right at all times and in all circumstances. In other words, a “just” person does not cheat-in a world where cheating is gaining acceptance as a fact of life.

Some people will argue that one must cheat in order to gain a competitive advantage in business, in job security and in life. But is that true? What, if anything, does a person gain from cheating? The truth is: “not much.”

Many years ago (about 55 to be exact), the popular host of a Calgary radio station’s morning show noted that, based on his calculations, the trip between Calgary and Edmonton on Hwy 2, driven at the speed limit, took about 2 hours, 50 minutes. A driver choosing to exceed the speed limit by 10 km per hour would reduce travel time by only 12 minutes. “But,” he continued, “if you are stopped for speeding, at least 30 minutes will be added to your travel time and the fine you pay will subtract several hundred dollars from your bank account.” His conclusion? Speeding saves you nothing.

The same applies to any attempt people make to cheat the system. The advantage a cheater gets will be minimal and temporary. Tax evaders will be caught. Students who cheat on exams won’t get away with doing so for long. And even if they evade detection in this life, they will answer to the God who sees all and knows all and who, one day, will judge every person according to his or her deeds; whether they be good or evil.

One of our world’s greatest challenges is finding

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leaders who, like Noah, have a long history of doing what is right at all times and in all circumstances. They won’t be easy to find. They will show few leadership aspirations. Most will be happy in their current jobs, managing their small businesses and helping make their communities better places in which to live. They won’t be running for political office, serving on municipal councils or on the executives of a local service club or church.

But God knows who and where they are. And when the time is right, he will call them like he called Moses, to lead our nation from bondage to sin and self to the freedom he offers to all who, in faith, seek his help.

JESUS IS LORD

2023 DUST CONTROL

Riverdale Municipality will accept requests for dust control application in front of residences and/or established sites within the Municipality on a pre-payment basis. Payments are to be made to Riverdale Municipality at the municipal office in Rivers by May 26th, 2023.

Calcium Application will be offered as follows:

a) 12’ x 300’ strip at a cost of $225.00 +gst

b) 12’ x 500’ strip at a cost of $372.00 +gst

c) 16’ x 300’ strip at a cost of $295.00 +gst

d) 16’ x 500’ strip at a cost of $489.00 +gst

Payments will be refunded if there are not enough applications for a truckload.

Policy PW_01-15, as amended, for Dust Control can be read in its entirety on our website.

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Rivers/Daly Fire Department proving they are here for our community

April 29, 2023, at 4:11am, Rivers/Daly Fire Department was dispatched to assist STARS helicopter, with a landing zone, on the west side of the Rivers Collegiate. This allowed the transporting ambulance to transfer care over to STARS. We are pleased to assist EMS whenever we can. Thank you to the members who responded.

Bill passes to end misleading internet speed claims

The House of Commons unanimously passed a Conservative Bill that would provide Canadians with transparent and accurate information regarding Internet speeds. Bill C-288 was introduced by Conservative Shadow Minister for Rural Economic Development & Connectivity, Dan Mazier.

“I’ve heard so many Canadians, especially rural Canadians, tell me that they’re not getting the internet speeds they pay for,” said Mazier.

“This is because the government has allowed internet companies to advertise speeds you may never receive,” he added.

Mazier’s Bill would end the practice of allowing internet companies to advertise theoretical speeds by forcing them to provide customers with the speeds they are most likely to obtain when they use their Internet.

Bill C-288 garnered significant support from telecommunication experts and advocacy organizations when it was studied at Parliament’s Standing Committee on In-

dustry and Technology.

OpenMedia, a consumer advocacy organization, stated at committee “If an Internet provider is advertising certain speeds, consumers have the right to know, before they buy, whether those speeds accurately reflect average performance.”

The Commission for Complaints for Telecom-Television Services, a body responsible for overseeing consumer complaints, also expressed their support.

“Given the number of Internet service quality complaints that we see, it seems reasonable to conclude that making service metrics available to customers when they subscribe to an Internet service would be a step forward,’ the Commissioner stated.

Bill C-288 will now be sent to the Senate, where it will be debated further before it can become law.

“Canadians deserve to know what Internet speeds they are paying for, and Canadians should accept nothing less,” Mazier concluded during debate before Bill C-288’s final vote in the House of Commons.

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On April 25, 2023, the RDFD members did a controlled burn at the Redline Motocross track. The controlled burn allowed members to refresh their wildland firefighting skills. It also gave us a chance to use our new drip torch and ensured that all the rest of our equipment is ready for the upcoming grass fire season. Thank you to all members who came out.

Key tag mailing begins in Rivers

The War Amps begins its 2023 key tag mailing to Rivers and surrounding area this week.

The Key Tag Service was launched in 1946 so that returning war amputee veterans could not only work for competitive wages, but also provide a service to Canadians that would generate funds for the Association’s many programs, including CHAMP. The Key Tag Service continues to employ amputees and people with disabilities and has returned more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys to their owners.

Each key tag has a confidentially coded number. If you lose your keys, the finder can call the toll-free number on the back of the tag or place them in any mailbox in Canada, and The War Amps will return them to you by courier, free of charge.

The War Amps receives no government grants and its programs are possible through public support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service.

For more information, or to order key tags, visit waramps.ca or call toll-free 1 800 250-3030

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Manitoba Summer Fair tickets are on sale

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Tickets to enjoy fantastic food, family fun, unforgettable entertainment, and the thrill of the midway at the 2023 Manitoba Summer Fair will soon be on sale.

This year’s Fair, which is a presentation of Heritage Co-op, will be held from Wed., June 7th to Sun., June 11th and the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba has announced that the Advance Pay One Price (POP) will go on sale Mon., May 1, online at www.provincialexhibition.com as well as both the Brandon and Minnedosa Food Stores.

The POP tickets cover gate admission and a full day of midway rides and will be available online and at Heritage Co-op for a special price of $46 until noon, June 7, which represents a significant saving if purchased at the Fair. Also available online (until Tue., June 6 at midnight) will be “free” children’s general admission passes, courtesy of Heritage Co-op.

General admission tickets at the gate this year will be $12 (includes ticket fee) for adults and $8 for children (12 and under).

In addition to the Midway, which will feature several new and exciting rides such as X-Drive, the Wave Swinger and Teacups (Kiddieland), this year’s Fair will include a Kids Entertainment Stage, featuring a variety of attractions – from Doodles the

Clown to magic shows and D. Von Houligan’s Circus Show. As well, the Keystone Centre’s Manitoba Room will see the return of the Summer Saloon. The Saloon will feature everything from games and arm wrestling to local bands and more.

Highlighting this year’s Saloon entertainment will be a Tribute to Patsy Cline on Fri., June 9 and Saskatchewan recording artist The Bromantics on Sat., June 10. More details on a full week of entertainment will be announced in the coming days.

Horse shows, wagon rides and Breakfast Under the Dome, scheduled for Sun., June 11, have also been added to this year’s schedule of events while Thu., June 8 from 1-3pm will see a return of the annual Westman Disability Day, where people who experience intellectual or physical disabilities can enter the grounds at no charge. In addition to enjoying the midway, these young people will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch, provided by Heritage Co-op.

“Heritage Co-op is proud to be the presenting sponsor at the Manitoba Summer Fair.” says Jessica Brady, Marketing and Communications Manager of Heritage Co-op. “It’s a Westman staple and tradition that we all look forward to. We are also glad to offer a free BBQ during Westman Disability Day once again, it’s great to see so many smiling faces that day.”

The Manitoba Summer Fair has been a social gathering in Western Manitoba for over 130 years.

Watch for motorcycles

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The Manitoba government has proclaimed the month of May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to promote motorcycle safety and remind all motorists to share the roads responsibly and exercise caution around motorcycles, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Doyle Piwniuk announced today.

“Spring is the start of riding season as more motorcycles return to our streets, highways and roads,” said Piwniuk. “We remind all motorists that safe driving and riding practices should be exercised and to always be on alert and to share the roads with motorcyclists. All road users have the right to travel safely on our roadways.”

“It is not only important that motorists watch for motorcycles, but as well that motorcyclists be reminded of their responsibility to maintain that ‘safety bubble’ around them by being visible, maintaining safe traffic separations and riding at speeds appropriate for the unpredictable spring road conditions,” said Carolyn Peters, president, Coalition of Manitoba Motorcycle Groups (CMMG).

The Manitoba government will continue to work in partnership with organizations such as the CMMG to promote road safety across the province, noted the minister.

Manitoba job grant to support workforce development and training

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The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing $10 million through the Canada-Manitoba Job Grant to help businesses meet their training and workforce development needs for new and existing employees, federal Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion Carla Qualtrough and Manitoba Economic Development, Investment and Trade Minister Jeff Wharton announced today.

“Our government is helping to strengthen Manitoba’s workforce and provide workers with valuable skills to meet the demands of the labour market,” said Qualtrough. “Intergovernmental collaboration is essential to making programs like the CanadaManitoba Job Grant possible. With this support, we are building a stronger workforce and are helping Manitobans access good jobs.”

The job grant provides cost-shared funding support for employers to purchase thirdparty-delivered training for new and existing employees. Employers are eligible to receive a maximum of $10,000 per employee and $100,000 per training project. Small employers with fewer than 100 employees can apply for up to 75 per cent of eligible training costs, while larger employers can apply for up to 50 per cent of training costs.

“Our government is pleased to provide the Canada-Manitoba Job Grant so we can support Manitoba businesses in investing in their employees,” said Wharton. “Some small employers do not have the internal capacity to train staff, particularly new hires. Having employees trained and ready to work is critically important to a small business’s operations and bottom line, and to Manitoba’s economic development as a whole.”

The job grant is a key initiative that supports Manitoba employers dealing with labour shortages throughout the economy, Wharton noted.

The first program intake for 2023 begins on April 24, while the second program intake will take place in August.

Under the 2022-23 job grant, 532 companies and organizations received funding, 88 per cent of which were small employers. In total, 7,841 employees received training in 19 different economic sectors in all regions of Manitoba.

For more information on the Canada-Manitoba Job Grant, including eligibility and how to apply, visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/jec/busdev/financial/cmjg/index.html.

- NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING -

Wednesday, June 7th

Royal Canadian Legion Hall 205 Woodworth Ave, Kenton 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)

Registration available at 204-748-6700 ext 311

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- AGENDA ITEMS TO INCLUDE -

Audit/Financial Report Board Report

FCL Delegate Report

Appointment of Auditors General Manager Report

Election of Directors

Bylaw change 4.02

Minutes from last meeting

4.02 Removal of Directors [Section 191 (1)]

(a) Subject to the Act, the members, by ordinary resolution at a special meeting of members, may remove a director from office.

(b) A director who breaches the Board’s Code of Conduct for directors can be removed by ordinary resolution at a duly called meeting of the board.

Valleyview Consumers Co-op Ltd nominations for the position of Director. Three 3-year terms

Details on the qualifications and requirements can be picked up at all Valleyview Co-op locations. Nominations must be submitted in writing no later than 5:00pm May 24th, 2023

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The Nominating Committee

Valleyview Consumers Co-op Ltd

Box 550, Virden, R0M 2C0

Email: hr@valleyview.coop

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FOODS Production Worker

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HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our vision is to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we need talented people like you to join our team. HyLife creates limitless opportunities for passionate individuals, and we have an exciting new career opportunity located in Neepawa, MB for you to explore!

The current starting wage is $16.10/hour

PLUS opportunities for pay increases and competitive bonuses.

Our wage bracket extends to $24.05 per hour

We Will Train the Right Candidate

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• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world

Fully integrated facility – Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant

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We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Wage

• Vacation

• Benefits package – dental coverage, vision care, extended health care, & more!

Secure, stable, and permanent full-time employment

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• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression

• Employee Referral program - $500!

• Multiple Shift Options

• Free parking

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And more!!!!

Your duties may include:

Slaughtering hogs (eviscerate, hide removal, etc.)

Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value-added specifications for local, national, and international premium markets

• Maintaining our sanitation program

We are looking for people who are:

Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role

Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time

Open to working in colder/warmer environments

• Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset

Ways to apply:

Online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.

We want it to be YOU! Come join our HyLife team.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

Rolling River School Division

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that Rolling River School Division may conduct the following Pesticide Control Programs in 2023.

To control insect pests and rodents, pesticides such as Dragnet, Contrac Blox, Contrac Grain Bait, Rozol RTU, Dr. Doom and Pyrodust may be used on all school division properties and in buildings.

The public may send written submissions or rejections within 15 days of the publication of the Notice to the department below.

Environment and Climate

Environmental Approvals Branch

14 Fultz Boulevard (Box 35)

Winnipeg, MB R3Y 0L6

ED HINSBURG

MARCH 9, 1932 – JANUARY 21, 2023

It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of our dear husband, father and grandfather, Edward Henry Hinsburg. Ed died peacefully Jan. 21. 2023, in his home where he wanted to stay to his final day.

Ed was born in the Goodwater, Sask. area on March 9, 1932. He and his family moved to their new homestead in the Rapid City area on August 17, 1937. Ed travelled in a Model T ford, with his parents, Sophia and Wilhelm, sisters Mary, Emily and Elsie, and Rover, the dog. His brothers, Bill, Jack, and Fred travelled by horse drawn rack loaded with machinery and horses. His brother Chris travelled in a train boxcar, in order to milk the cows and feed calves along the way.

MARGARET ELLEN ROSENBERG (NEE EASTMAN)

FEBRUARY 13, 1930 – APRIL 25, 2023

Margaret passed away April 25th, 2023 at Rivers Personal Care Home at the age of 93.

Margaret was born February 13, 1930 in Carberry, Manitoba but spent most of her life in Brandon later moving to OK Falls B.C. Mom returned to Brandon in May of 2017 following years spent wintering in Mesa, Arizona with her husband Bob. They enjoyed world travels and shared many summers at Ditch Lake with family and friends.

Clack Family Heritage Museum Foundation Inc.

Clack Family Heritage Museum invites applications for summer employment.

Applicant should be able to work individually and as a team member, have good public relations skills, be interested in antiques, provide tours, keep the buildings that the antiques are displayed in clean, perform yard maintenance, computer archiving, and other duties as required.

Positions will be made available pending Canada Summer Jobs grant approval for two youth between the ages of 15 and 30 for 8 weeks of 30 hours per week. Start date to be determined.

Please submit applications by Monday, May 15th, 2023, to Clack Family Heritage Museum Foundation Inc., Box 16, Oak River, MB, R0K 1T0 or email tmradcliffe@inetlink.ca.

For further information call 204-365-0155.

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Ed attended Rapid City School, driven to and from in a horse drawn van by Alec and later Bill Burr. Ed married Margaret May Parkinson on October 8, 1960, celebrating their 62nd anniversary in 2022. Ed passion for farming and cattle was evident his entire life. Ed and Margaret raised four children: Sophia, Ed, Ken and Herb. Together Ed and Margaret enjoyed spending time with their kids, playing games, attending concerts, music, and dancing, attending cattle shows, fairs, sports events, and family celebrations, which were always accompanied by a delicious meal.

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Ed is survived by his loving wife Margaret, daughter Sophia (Bruce) Rainka, Neepawa, Cassandra (Wes), and Edward Rainka (Janine) both living in Winnipeg; sons Ed (Pat), Stephen and Mark, Rapid City farm; Ken (Kerrie), Kendra and Katie; also farming in Rapid City, and Herb (Cindy) of Regina. Sask.; step grand children and great grandchildren, Roxanne (Jessie), Troy, Brendon, and Brodie; Janelle, Tyler and Trey; Shane (Brook), Jade Jacob and Sapphira. Brotherin-Law Ernie Simpson and Bill Nielsen (Gaylene); Sister-in-Law Marie (Daryl) Andrew, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ed was predeceased by his parents, and siblings. Bill (Hilda); Chris (Jen), Jack (Mary), Fred, Anna Wanner (Cecil Bowe), Mary (Jim) Purvis, Emily (Bill) Rourke, Elsie (Cyris Reynolds). Mother-in-Law Ruth Nielsen, Fathers in Law John Parkinson, Arthur Simpson, and Bill Nielsen. Brothers in Law, Dennis, and Dale Simpson.

A service of remembering, officiated by Steve Wilson, was held at the Rapid City Legion Hall. Eulogy was given by Ed and Pat Hinsburg and Doris Clack. Favourite hymns chosen by family members were played throughout. Ed is buried in the family plot at the Rapid City Cemetery. Pallbearers were sons Ed, Ken and Herb, family friend Melvin Clack, and grandsons Stephen Hinsburg and Edward Rainka.

When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room Why cry for a soul set free! Miss me a little- but not for long And not with your head bowed low Remember the love that we once shared Miss me but let me go. For this journey that we all must take And each must go alone; Its all part of the master plan A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the friends we know, And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds. Miss me but let me go.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended from far and near, and to those who sent flowers, meals, messages of condolence and charitable donations made in Ed’s memory.

Also, to the Rapid City Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and Whites Funeral Home for their attentive service.

Celebration of Life for

Grace Valentina Bullock

Feb. 15, 1924 - Mar. 21, 2023

will be held at Rivers United Church

Friday, May 12 at 1:00pm

She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years Robert (Dec 2013), daughter Teresa, son-in-law Ron, parents Edith and Henry Eastman, and sister Ruth. Mom’s stories and living life to the fullest will be remembered by her children Cheryle, Edward (Audrey), Susan (Ron) and Valerie, grandchildren Trevor, Craig, James, Curtis, Andrew, Evan, Kyle, Jordan, Jonathon, Brian, and Melissa and many great grandchildren, sisters Shirley and Gwen and friends.

Margaret will be laid to rest next to her husband in a private family graveside service.

“Your chapter with us on earth has closed, now join your loving husband Robert in peace.”

Expressions of sympathy may be made at www. memorieschapel.com. Arrangements with Memories Chapel, Brandon 1-855-727-0330.

The family of Margaret Rosenberg would like to thank Dr. Anita Vermaak and the staff of the Rivers PCH for the excellent care and compassion given to Mom/Nanny while she was a resident.

Also, thanks to the palliative care volunteers who sat with Marg in her last days. Thank you to Norma who visited Marge and took her treats. The world is a better place because of people like you.

Sue, Ed, Cheryle and family

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Climate change experts warn our weather is going to become more unpredictable and volatile. This could seriously challenge Manitoba’s weather dependent agriculture industry.

Manitoba will face earlier and more severe changes to our climate than many other parts of the world. Climate change predictions suggest we will see warmer and wetter winters and longer, warmer and drier summers. Precipitation is likely to vary more from year to year. Extreme weather, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and more intense storms, will become more common.

“The Growing Outcomes in Watersheds (GROW program) is part of Manitoba’s Climate and Green Plan. The Province of Manitoba endowed $202 million in Trust funds with the Winnipeg Foundation that annually generates

Support farmers and tackle climate change

more than $10 million dollars for program delivery. Manitoba’s Watershed Districts deliver GROW programs across the province.” said Megan Porath, GROW Trust Associate with Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation.

GROW program funding supports on-farm sustainable land use practices that provide ecological goods and services that help store carbon and reduce climate change impacts like flooding and drought. Programs and funding are offered that encourage water storage and infiltration, improved soil health, improved water quality, and sustaining biodiversity in natural areas.

“We have a local GROW committee that works with farmers in our watershed to develop projects that work for their operations,” said Rodney White, Manager of the Whitemud Watershed District.

“Our GROW programming is designed to keep natural areas intact that

are at risk of being converted to cultivated cropland,” said Stephanie Kryschuk, GROW program coordinator for the Whitemud Watershed. Climate change risks to farmers and watersheds can be lowered by protecting or restoring natural areas. Forests, grasslands, wetlands, pasturelands and riparian areas have tremendous capacity to moderate the impacts of storms.

“Our GROW programs pay incentives to conserve (not drain) temporary wetlands on cultivated cropland and to keep forested areas on the landscape,” said Stephanie.

Fourteen Watershed Districts across Manitoba are in partnership with the GROW Trust Program. They all offer programs and funding to support sustainable agricultural practices that will help farms to reduce risks from extreme weather in the future. Contact your local Watershed District for information.

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1944 Kenton plane crash

In the winter of 1944, an RCAF Cessna Crane crash landed in a field near Kenton, MB. They towed it into town, repaired it on the main street in front of the Lake of the Woods elevator and the Red and White store. Then it taxied down the main street, and took off, on skis, from a grain field on the east side of town.

Community Foundation Day Presents Community Infusion

The Manitoba government has proclaimed April 26 as Community Foundation Day across the province. This proclamation recognizes the vital role that community foundations play in contributing to the well-being of Manitobans, and the generosity of our citizens.

“The Government of Manitoba values the crucial role that community foundations play in our province. Manitoba’s community foundations sup port a wide range of charitable organizations and projects that enrich the quality of life of people throughout the province,” says Municipal Relations Minister, the Honourable Andrew Smith.

Manitoba is home to 57 community foundations Manitoba – the most com munity foundations per capita in North America. Each community foundation supports its local community’s unique needs. Rivers and Area Community Foundation has granted back to our community and area $300,000.00 since

Community foundations are public charitable organizations that pool and permanently invest gifts (donations) entrusted to them. The interest earned is granted to local charitable organizations each year. Since the capital is never spent, these gifts support our communities forever.

Manitoba is home to Canada’s first community foundation, The Winnipeg Foundation. Endow Manitoba, an initiative of The Winnipeg Foundation, supports our province’s community foundation network so it can have greater community impact.

The Manitoba government has supported the community foundation movement for many years, including through the Endow Manitoba Giving Challenge and Manitoba Heritage Trust Program, as well as by establishing an endowment fund to support the growth of our community foundations.

Our province’s thriving community foundation movement demonstrates the generosity of Manitobans and why the Fraser Institute’s Generosity Index consistently finds our province is the most generous in Canada.

April 26 has been proclaimed Community Foundation Day!

This annual day of celebration recognizes community foundations’ impact on community well-being, and the generosity of Manitobans.

For the third year in a row, Fusion Credit Union is proud to present “Community Infusion”, the business idea competition that infuses economic growth and prosperity into our local communities. Past winners of Community Infusion include Dusty’s Butcher Shop from Dauphin and Fierce Female Hockey from Brandon. Entrepreneurs with either a new business idea, or existing business they are looking to grow or purchase, are asked to apply by Sunday, June 18, 2023, at midnight. Selected applicants will move to the

next phase of the competition which will require a business plan submission.

Up to five finalists will then be selected to pitch their idea to a live judging panel on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, in Brandon, for a chance to share in up to $30,000 in financial grants.

“At Fusion, we are Here for Good, and to us, that means we are committed to our communities today and for the long term,” says Fusion CEO Darwin Johns. “We are proud to offer Community Infusion for a third year as a tangible means of sparking ongoing economic development in our communities across the province.”

Mike Csversko, Business

Development Manager for Fusion, notes that, “Positive community impact is a foundational pillar within our organization. As a locally based financial institution in the Parkland and Southwestern Manitoba, we consider community impact and contribution to be at the core of our DNA.

The Community Infusion initiative is one more way in which Fusion will play a role in supporting job creation, providing entrepreneurial support, and encouraging community engagement and business development in our trading area.”

Full details regarding the competition can be found at www.fusioncu. com.

These are just three of the 100s of projects supported annually by Manitoba’s community foundations. Our 57 community foundations are built by community, for community. Learn more: EndowMB.org

Endow Manitoba is an initiative of The Winnipeg Foundation.

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