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Volume 110, Issue 37

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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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Can collections for canoes

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cans from the school foyer into and Chimo Beach areas for con- put away in the proper place on s r e p or t e d i n t he tion to the schools.

Pupils co-ordinated the entire the church basement the after- tributions from the community. the shelving units. They were March 9 edition, the Grade 12 Interdisci- month-long promotion, which noon of March 21, where the When all was said and done, fantastic! We are very, very plinary Studies in Science class culminated in a ceremonious food was weighed and sorted. the scales at Riverdale Harvest pleased.”

Elementary school staff memat Rivers Collegiate planned a presentation on March 20 to Although the project was a sen- noted a total of 434 pounds, “a project for Riverdale Harvest. Riverdale Harvest president ior students brainstorm, the en- fabulous amount,” says Heather. ber/Harvest volunteer Yvonne tire high school was encouraged “We are so pleased they decided Crouch initiated a similar camDubbed the Boat Load of Food, Heather Gray and Liliane.

Because the snow had melted to participate. The collegiate to help those we serve. A lot paign in her school. That threestudents secured a canoe from Rolling River School Division so much, the canoe could not hosted a poor boy floor hockey of times kids don’t get enough week effort simply encouraged with an intent to f ill it with be portaged across the street to tournament in which to play, credit but this group of students students to leave product in non-perishables. Although the Zion Church (home of River- athletes had to pay with food for certainly deserves some praise. the canoe; 87 pounds of food campaign was fully organized dale Harvest). Rather, the teens the canoe. Some students also All students stayed behind to was collected from the younger by that class, the original idea carried bags, boxes and garbage canvassed Rivers, Oak River help check expiry dates, sort and group on Thursday, March 22. came from a suggestion made by harvest volunteer Liliane Dupuis.

PHOTO BY MICAH WADDELL “I heard the idea at a meetThe Oak RiveringFair this year featured a lawn tractor pull with local guys vying for the top spot with custom, antique and factory mowing in Brandon. St. Augustine machines. The ultimate goal was to get the custom sled from one end of the arena to the other all the while 70lb sand bags were thrown School had tried Fill a Canoe in conjunction withmaking the 10-dayfor a difficult pull.

More photos on page 4 into the sled at increments 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 sugThe canoe at Rivers gestion to Riverdale Harvest, Elementary School was which supported the idea and adequately filled.

Photo by Heather Gray asked her to present the promo-

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Stuck in the slow lane

ast week I was irritated to once again be unable to make a phone call travelling between Minnedosa and Brandon. Then I heard about the “upgrades” to mobile service in the Alonsa area. It was reported that in the six weeks since two towers were upgraded, one in Amaranth and one at Ebb and Flow, area users found that they now have almost no service at all.

Many rural Canadians are used to having inconsistent service, the problem is that in this area, the service had been relatively good and many residents had abandoned their landlines. The subsequent loss of cell service is creating both inconveniences and safety concerns. CBC Manitoba quoted a statement from BellMTS saying that their engineers were working on improving coverage.

There’s no word on when Alonsa-area residents will be able to rely on their cell phones again.

The loss of service comes with profound implications.

Like most rural Manitobans, many residents in the area work alone, in sometimes inhospitable conditions.

Fire departments need the service to gather a crew and respond to emergencies. A cell phone can literally save someone’s life.

An urban Canadian can’t imagine having to stand in one specific place to be able to talk on the phone, but that’s a reality for many users. Forget the information super highway, many rural Manitobans can only hope for the information bush road.

Speed Test, an organization that compiles real users’

MY PERSPECTIVE

Kate Jackman-Atkinson data to gauge actually network speeds in various countries shows just how good some Canadians have it. Their most recent report on Canada was from April to September 2017 and ranked Canada’s downloads speeds as the 15th fastest in the world. Our upload speeds were the third fastest in North America and 46th in the world.

The over 263,000 Canadians whose tests contributed to these results must all have been living in major Canadian cities. Their speed tests showed an average mobile download speed of 35.19 Mbps, while the average upload speed was 10.29 Mbps. These users also experienced improvements over the year before, with download speeds increasing by almost 39 per cent and upload speeds by almost 20 per cent.

For comparison, sitting in my living room, my download speed is 1.8 Mbps while my upload speed is 799.8 Kbps.

According to Speed Test, the three lowest ranked countries had download speeds of 6.14 Mbps (Afghanistan), 5.13 Mbps (Tajikistan) and 4.62 Mbps (Libya).

When it comes to Canada, there are two types of mobile users, those with good service and those with poor service, yet we all pay the same rate. The high cost of providing the network speeds experienced by urban Canadians is borne by all users, even those of us with slow or non-existent service. In recognition of the importance of high speed internet, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) tracks mobile and fixed broadband internet access and affordability. For medium usage plans, the average Canadian price of $47.37 USD per month is almost double the OECD average of $25.70. No matter what criteria you use, Canadians pay among the highest rates in the world.

In 2016, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) put broadband internet into the same category as land line telephones, announcing that it would be considered a basic service. The CRTC also announced speed and access targets for both fixed and mobile broadband services, the category into which today’s smartphones fall.

Despite this, many rural Manitobans are finding their service no better and in many cases, worse. While there have been promises of network upgrades and investments, further consolidation in the industry will only result in higher prices. This is one competition Canadians don’t want to win.

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eems that every day we get a new picture or a report of bears beRIGHT IN ing sighted. Bear sightings have THE CENTRE become more commonplace in Riding Mountain National Park but that has been going on for years. What seems to be on the increase is the number of bears showing up in relatively developed areas such as farm yards and even in towns.

Does anyone know why this is happening? I am sure some will say natural habitat is shrinking so bears are on the prowl We occasionally saw Canada geese, but sometimes just for the fun of it and that for new foraging territory. Perhaps it is rarely saw snow geese. I don’t recall see- lead to lots of animals being knocked off the other way around. Maybe foraging ing ravens, lots of crows, but not ravens. just for sport so to speak.

Back in the day, pastures and hay land for food has become easier and bears are I once saw a great horned owl but, I don’t doing quite well. Has anyone noticed that remember seeing snowy owls. Elk were did not yield like they do today. In the sightings include a mama and three baby not known where I lived and now there past, it was not unusual to see pasture bears? That may mean there is actually are herds of them. Moose keep showing land grazed right down to the roots. Today, fence lines, lots of food for mama bear headlands and and therefore she is well My theory is that modern agriculture has patches of bush enough fed to have triplets created a lot of beneficial conditions for go un grazed or and raise them. Makes unharvested. I wildlife. sense to me. think there is a There is another reason lot more forage that wildlife seems to be available today increasing in numbers.

Many animals want to avoid human con- up all over the place, although not in than 50 years ago and therefore, more feed for wildlife grazing. Hayfields are tact but here’s another possibility. With the large numbers.

My theory is that modern agriculture often harvested with rows left for snow never ending decline in actual farmsteads and the ever increasing distance between has created a lot of beneficial conditions traps which means more feed for wildlife. those that remain there may well be more for wildlife. In addition to less farmsteads White tail deer love canola, corn fields and area for wild animals to sneak around and therefore less disturbance for crit- the huge rows of big round bales. ters, fewer farmers and farm boys hunt Overall, this column is a staunch relatively undetected and unbothered.

Things certainly have changed in my nowadays. Years ago, hunting for food defence of modern agriculture, rural lifetime in rural Manitoba. White tail deer, and sport was a lot more common than it life and the benefits to wildlife and the the scourge of auto insurance companies, is now. People are much more likely today environment. The farmers feed all of us were actually not seen all that often in my to approach wildlife with a “live and let and much of the wildlife as well. Farmers childhood days, in the 1950s and ‘60s. live” attitude. Years ago, people hunted deserves to be respected.

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July 20: Harding Fair July 21 and 22: Drag racing, Baseline Dragway, Rivers July 27: Cinema Under the Stars, Rapid City Museum grounds, dusk July 30-Aug. 3: Derek Laxdal hockey camp, Riverdale Community Centre, Rivers, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

August 17: Cinema Under the Stars, Rapid City Museum grounds, dusk August 20-24: Daily Vacation Bible Camp @ Rivers United Church Sept. 4: Rivers Legion Ladies Auxiliary meeting, upper hall, 7 p.m.

Sept. 8 and 9: Drag racing, Baseline Dragway, Rivers Sept. 11: Rivers Legion meeting, upper hall, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 20: Rivers 50 Plus Club meeting/ games, Civic Centre, 2 p.m.

Sept. 25: Chamber of Commerce meeting, Lee’s Restaurant, Rivers, 12-1 p.m.

Sept. 29 - 30: Manitoba Provincial Plowing Match, Rylles Farm (204) 328-7546 (204) 724-4639 Sept. 26: Riverdale District Health Auxiliary meeting, Kiwanis Courts, Rivers, 1:30 p.m.

Oct. 1: Rivers Legion Ladies Auxiliary meeting, upper hall, 7 p.m.

Oct. 18: Rivers 50 Plus Club meeting/ games, Civic Centre, 2 p.m.

Oct. 24: Riverdale District Health Auxiliary meeting, Kiwanis Courts, Rivers, 1:30 p.m.

Oct. 31: Chamber of Commerce meeting, Lee’s Restaurant, Rivers, 12-1 p.m.

Nov. 5: Rivers Legion Ladies Auxiliary

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Name: Dave Falkevitch Birthday: July 10, 1950 Occupation: Retired from Simplot Fertilizer, retired from Redfern Farm Services and currently councillor for Riverdale Municipality.

First job: Cleaned cars at a used car lot in Russell, Mb. Hobbies: Fishing, reading, curling, watching sports on TV, more fishing.

In Rivers area since: 1980 Where do you live? Chimo Subdivision.

Hometown: Russell, Mb. Where did you attend school? Russell Elementary and Major Pratt Collegiate.

Dream Vacation Spot: Belize. Favourite so far has been Yukon Territories.

Favourite Food: BBQ ribs.

Favourite holiday: Christmas Favourite Song or Artist: k.d. lang Favourite Sports Team: Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Favourite Animal: Dog Favourite TV show: Criminal Minds Favourite Actor/Actress: Clint Eastwood When you were 12, What did you want to be when you grew up? A detective.

Comment: Live long and Fish on!

On this day June 20

1773 - Scottish settlers arrive at Pictou, Nova Scotia (Canada) 1871 - British Columbia joins the confederation of Canada.

1926 - A convention of the Methodist Church votes to allow women to become priests.

1942 - 1st detachment of Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, begin basic training.

1953 - The United Nations Economic and Social Council votes to make UNICEF a permanent agency.

1969 - Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr. became the first men to walk on the moon.

1975 - India expels three reporters from "The Times", "The Daily Telegraph", and "Newsweek" because they refuse to sign a pledge to abide by government censorship.

2002 - Bartenders doing tricks with fire start a major fire in a night club in Lima, Peru that kills 25 and injures 100.

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Where am I?

This lovely serene location is called Pettapiece Garden. Situated just west of Quebec Street and Sixth Avenue it is accessible from the back lane, Rivers Personal Care Home and Riverdale Health Centre.

It was developed by Rivers Hospital along with Scott and Nori Purdy (nee Pettapiece) and was named in

honour of her Mom, Anne Pettapiece.

If anyone could help provide information as to when this garden was built or stories about it’s use, please contact Rivers Banner at 204-328-7494 or sales@riversbanner.com.

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July 22—join us at the lake!

Sunday school/morning service at 10:30 a.m.

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Please bring lawnchairs and salad/dessert for potluck. Everything else will be provided.

Service will be moved to the church (Fifth and Edward) if inclement weather.

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Oak River Fair a smashing success

By Micah Waddell Rivers Banner The Oak River Fair is a diverse event in Westman, taking in sights such as the lawn tractor pull, or a couple of baseball games. The day includes a pet show and a pancake breakfast, with the horse show being the traditional rural fair event.

Winners of awards for this year fair include but are not limited to 1st place in the horse class, Ryder shown by Lisa Moore 2nd Tricky Wood Laurie Renwick 3rd Frozen

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on an Impulse Jordan Brown. For ponies Marcia Carter had 1st with Sophie and 2nd with Louie. 3rd Kristi Argue with Raymond. In the miniatures class 1st Shawna Peters with Thunder 2nd Kristy Peters with Mabel. Purebred Cattle overall champion female was a Simmental 2 yr old cow belonging to Carly Jo Carson. Overall champion bull was a mature Limousin bull that belonged to Clay Hills Livestock. This years commercial cow calf pen winner in the commercial classic belonged to Cam

Ramsey. On Sunday kids were allowed a fun day, some dressing up in zany, colourful costumes.

As well the MGRA portion of the fair took place on the Sunday. The fair had a draw for a John Deere lawn mower. The pair of days were well spent, enjoying good food and entertainment for all.

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Pitcher plant has appetite for raw meat Patricia Hanbridge Saskatoon School of Horticulture If you are a regular reader of this column then you know that the School of Horticulture was involved in the landscaping of the brand new mini golf course in Waskesiu in the very lovely Prince Albert National Park. In the later part of June, we took a little bit of time out to hike the Boundary Bog trail. I have many fond memories of this trail over the years as while hiking, you can view many of our terrestrial orchids that are native to Saskatchewan. This hike was amazing because the pitcher plants were in full bloom and what a beautiful thing it was to see them in their full glory!

The pitcher plant is one of the most mysterious plants in the whole world and it has inspired multitudes to reshape their concept on how nature really works. It was declared the flower of Newfoundland and Labrador in 1954 but actually appeared on the new Newfoundland penny in the late 1880's. More than 100 years ago, Queen Victoria chose the pitcher plant to be engraved on a newly minted Newfoundland penny.

It is commonly found in bogs and marshland areas throughout the province. It is an attractive plant with a wine-red flower boasting a red and gold center and hollow pitcher-shaped leaves which are attached to the base of the stem.

There is something rather suspenseful about watching a pitcher plant. This amazing plant stores up a sweet-smelling juice which lures unsuspecting insects into the mouth of the plant. When the insect is about to take a sip the insect falls into the f luid and flails helplessly until it loses energy and submits to the fate of becoming food. The fluid is actually not an ordinary nectar but contains chemicals similar to what would be found in the stomach and slowly dissolves the prey into a liquid fertilizer like compound. During the summer months, pitchers quickly fill up SUBMITTED PHOTO with prey such as flies, ants, spider The Pitcher plant attracts and devours insects. and even moths.

It took millions of years before these simple leaves became carnivorous and gradually over time developed deeper dents and evolved to having the ability to dissolve insects to provide proteins, nitrogen and other minerals that compensate for what is not available through the soil.

Sarracenia purpurea commonly known as the purple pitcher plant, northern pitcher plant or side-saddle flower, is a carnivorous plant in the family Sarraceniaceae. The range in which this plant grows is almost the entire eastern seaboard of the United States, the Great Lakes and south eastern Canada which makes it the most common and most broadly distributed pitcher plant. It is also the only member of this genus that inhabits colder temperate climates. This species has also been introduced into bogs in parts of Ireland, where it has proliferated.

There are many other carnivorous plants equally as fascinating as even when they are not trapping insects, their unusual forms are intriguing. Please do not collect plants such as these from the wild as they are in the most part relatively rare due to habitat destruction and over collection. They are readily available through reputable growers who generally use tissue culture or other vegetative propagation means to grow the plants.

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MPI first quarter report show net $33.7 million

Manitoba Public Insurance reported net income of $33.7 million for the three months of its fiscal year ending May 31, 2018 – a decrease of $5.2 million over the same time period last year. Net income of $14.9 million is reported for the Basic insurance line of business, which is a decrease of $0.6 million from the first three months of the 2017/18 fiscal year.

“While the first quarter results are favourable, net income remains subject to change throughout the year based on variations in investment results affected by the financial markets and weather-related factors that drive claims and claims costs,” said Mark Giesbrecht, vice-president, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Manitoba Public Insurance.

“Historically, the first two quarters of the Corporation’s fiscal year generate a profit, which is then offset by an increase in claims during the winter months. Summer hail storms, such as the one that struck the southwest area of the province in midJune, can also have a significant effect on overall claims costs and the resulting financial picture for the Corporation.”

Total earned revenues for the first three months rose by $23.2 million from the same period last year, driven mainly by an increase in the number of motor vehicles insured, the value of those vehicles and

a 2.6 per cent overall Basic rate increase ordered by the Public Utilities Board effective March 1, 2018.

Last month Manitoba Public Insurance applied to the Public Utilities Board for an overall increase of 2.2 per cent in Basic insurance premiums for the 2019/20 insurance year. The majority of that increase consists of a proposed Capital Maintenance Provision which will ensure an adequate Basic rate stabilization reserve is maintained throughout the year to absorb unexpected variations in revenues, claims costs and investment income.

“Manitoba Public Insurance remains committed to delivering on its mandate to provide exceptional coverage and service at rates that are affordable, predictable and stable over the long-term,” said Giesbrecht. “Maintaining an adequate rate stabilization reserve, combined with holding sufficient reserves will ensure we meet our financial obligations and are prepared for events such as hail storms.

“Prudent claims management practices, including an increased focus on detecting fraudulent claims, along with management actions to control operating costs and maximize operational efficiencies, will ensure we continue delivering on this promise for the benefit of all Manitobans.”

Rivers Tractor Pull 2018 Results

Under 4,500 lbs: 1 - Jean Ryall

2 - Tom Ryall

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The magic lingered and so we headed out again. Down the Trans-Canada Trail, behind the cemetery and up the stairs.

Again, we walked, really walked. The wind kept all insects at bay, the wind did not cross the lagoon before reaching me! The saskatoons are dark and dried, the chokecherries slightly turning their deep maroon, and wild berries announcing their presence. There was a bit if a gurgle from the river as it slipped over the stones, but it was in no great hurry.

I paused to watch the great Blue Heron take to the sky, leggy and awkward until airborne.

Voices filtered through the foliage, golfers at their game. For just a second it felt like the scene was a harbinger of fall, but I discarded that image as quickly as it came. (The thought probably came into existence last night as I watched the sun set too early and then again when the sun was not yet fully up when the dogs first needed to go out.)

It was with joy, and a light step, that we three climbed the stairs, thankful for the town’s speedy repair after the last deluge. Clearing the top I recalled that I had not brought water for any of us, and all three of us were panting.

And then I checked my step counter. Should not have. The original intent had been to complete the lower as well. The buzz of my phone informed me that the granddaughters were stopping by with left over roll kuchen, and the last of my resolve melted. We headed

for home.

After a snack, a sit, and an attempt at resting, we were called back outdoors. Just putzing. Breathing deeply, feeling the sun and the wind. Enjoying the day, not dodging the heat and humidity. For too long I have scurried from air conditioned home to air conditioned car to air conditioned destination. I know- one theory is to embrace the heat and go with it- I can do that with the cold…So this day, this wondrous day, I played outside. In and out , no defined purpose. A little weeding, and little watering, and lot of wandering. Vacuumed the garage floor, but not the car which really needs it, hanging a load of laundry to dry in the wind. My optimum temperature is between 20 and 25 degrees. Preferably on the plus side.

Achieved, and if it is but for one day, I give grateful thanks.

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Hunt, Miller & Co. LLP

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Phone 204-727-8491 or 204-328-7540 (Thursdays, 2-5 p.m.) for appointments.

1-855-727-0330 | 204-727-0330

OPEN Tues., Wed. and Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

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RichaRd and Kelly english

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Specializing in residential, commercial, farm building.

Leo or Cherry van veen 204-826-2292 or clcarpentry@hotmail.ca

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Ph. 204-867-2416 Cell. 204-867-7558 Hamiota’s

Mini storage units for rent.

HAROLD DYCK Journeyman Welder 204-724-0506

Dry bulk transportation

Potable water delivery.

Book your portable toilets!

Ph. 204-328-7435 Rig Welder

Ph. 204-724-6870 Fax 204-328-4407 alepp@redlinetransport.ca

Lakeside Septic Service

Ph. 204-328-7893

204-764-2744

Place Emporium

FUNERAL DIRECTOR Dwayne Campbell ~ 204-764-2746

Oak River Inn Open six days a week!

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e and Stud Fram t Fram s e o P Farm Buildings 204.759.3313 Toll Free 844.877.7767 gregnesbittmla@mymts.net #7 � 515 4th Avenue Burlington Place, Shoal Lake, MB • Residential & Commercial • HVAC Installations • Licensed Gas Fitting • 24 hr Emergency Service • Repair & Maintenance • Septic Truck Services • Duct Cleaning • Backhoe & Skidsteer Services

Johan’s Construction Ltd. 204-745-7628 cell 204-328-7310 office “Building for all your farm needs!”

Hunt, Miller & Co. LLP

Jack Cram, Lawyer Phone 204-727-8491 or 204-328-7540 (Thursdays, 2-5 p.m.) for appointments.

Jake: 204-761-0900 Tyson: 204-761-8765 kroegerbackhoe.ca

Serving Rivers and area since 1906.

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

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FOODS Meat Cutters/Production Personnel Our people, perseverance, integrity, and exceptional partnerships have led HyLife to becoming Canada’s leading pork producer and global exporter of high quality pork products. The growing demand for our pork in Japan and China means we need exceptional people to help deliver our company vision. We have expanded our Neepawa facility to increase our overall production by 15% and in turn created new jobs throughout the company.

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world class product. Our positions range from working on our slaughter production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between! With our wide variety of jobs, excellent people, and our drive for innovation you will certainly find a job that suits you!

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing • Harvest and package edible offal • Process pork carcasses into primal cuts • Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value added specifications for local, national and international premium markets • Carry out other tasks related to processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage • Sanitation People who will succeed as members of our team will: • Enjoy working in a fast paced, stable long term work environment • Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world!

• Treat people with dignity and respect • Open to working in colder/warmer environments • Physically Fit • Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset

Current starting wage is $14.50/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

Wage scale extends to $21.55/hour We believe that our success is founded on the strength of our team.

As such, we place a great deal of emphasis on attracting, developing and retaining good people, and consider every one of our employees to be a highly-valued member of the HyLife family. To that end, we are committed to providing a working environment that not only fosters personal growth, but also recognizes our employees’ contributions towards the common goal of our company’s success because of this HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies.

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential.

Please apply online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0.

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

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Notice Riverdale Municipality

Female cleaner position in Rivers Call Erin or Derrick 204-328-7298

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Customer Appreciation Lunch at Lees Resturant in Rivers

867-3981

The Public Utility Department will be cleaning Main Sewer Lines, WEST of Main Street, during the weeks of July 20 – July 29. Some offensive odours may occur during this procedure. Please make sure all sewer traps have water in them to avoid odour problems in your home. For further information contact the Municipal Office at 204-328-5300 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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Estate & Moving Auction Marge Paradoski (Late Tony) Sat July 21, 2018 10:00AM Wed July 25 4:00 PM Lockport, MB Yard * Recreation * Antiques * Tools * Furniture Contact # (204) 293-8575 * Household * Glassware * Over 50 Vintage Tractors Many Rare* Field Marshal Estate of Late Jack * Titan * Twin City * Hart Mulvena Parr * Wallis * John Deere Wed Aug 1 4:00 PM Vintage Western * Native * * Cockshutt * Oliver * M. Farm Antiques * Horse Tack Moline * Fordson * Case * * Blacksmith * General Store Massey Harris * McCormick * Along w Vintage Vehicles Items * * Farm Equip * Farm (204) 467-1858 or Antiques * Snow Plane * (204) 886-7027 Husky Snowmobile * www.mcsherryauction.com Go To Web!

Help Wanted Find it in the Classifieds Class 1 company drivers and owner operators wanted to haul bulk liquid products throughout MB, SK, AB and the US. Loaded and empty miles paid!

Dedicated dispatch, Well maintained equipment, Comprehensive benefits package.

Contact us or submit your resume: Phone: 204.571.0187 Email: recruiting@renaissancetrans.ca Fax: 204.727.6651 Or submit an online application @ www.renaissancetrans.ca

EF MOON is a second generation Heavy Construction Company founded in 1962 and located in Portage La Prairie Manitoba.

We are currently seeking experienced, goal oriented individuals for immediate employment in a number of areas: Class 1 drivers, supervisors, skilled laborers, sewer & water personnel, excavator, dozer, grader, rock truck, loader and packer operators.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits plan, Safety training and a hostile free work environment.

Requirements are: minimum class 5 driver’s license, positive work attitude, able to work well with others or alone, safety oriented, work extensive summer hours including some weekends, work away from home, pass a drug and alcohol test.

If you are interested in joining a well-established and growing company with room for advancement, please visit us at 1200 Lorne Ave. E. in Portage La Prairie, MB to fill out an application, apply online at www.efmoon.ca, or email a resume to toddt@efmoon.ca

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Over 300 people enjoyed barbequed hamburgers and hot dogs along with some favourite Chinese dishes ser ved up in an outdoor set ting in front of Lee’s Restaurant on Monday July 16. This lunch was provided free of charge to show appreciation to their loyal customers and is the second year this has been done. Ivan and Karen along with their family and their good friends John and Barb Hubbard did the cooking and serving.

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Rob Olson collector tractor auction July 23, 7 p.m. 650 Wescana St. West Headingley, MB. 3 Cat crawlers, D2, 22, 15, IHC, M, H, w-4, Ford 8N, Case, S, DC, 200 amp, DC welder.

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BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Automotive, farm, construction, ATV, marine, motorcycle, golf carts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc.

Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 www.batteryman.ca Parts & full trailer repair, trailer safeties & Autopac Trailer Repair. Sales, Leasing & Financing of flat-deck, dumpbox, cargo, gooseneck & utility trailers & truck beds.

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STEEL BUILDINGS STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE ... "SUMMER OVERSTOCK SALE - BLAZING HOT DEALS!" 20X21 $5,845.

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Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES MEDICALTRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

LAND FOR SALE 3000ACRES OF COMPLETE High End Cattle & Grain Operation for Sale in Sask.

Manages 2k to 3k Cow/Calf Operation with Complete Solid Infrastructure. 200k Acres Cultivated. Contact Doug @ 306-716-2671 or saskfarms@ shaw.ca

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