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On Saturday, March 14, 34 youth (15 years and younger) and 215 adult fishers, accompanied by a throng of well-wishers and curious spectators, quickly transformed Lake Wahtponah into a satelite community.

The occasion was the 13th annual Northern Pike Classic hosted by the Rivers and Area Game and Fish Association. A temperature of -8ºC exacerbated by a nasty wind did little to dampen the enthusiasm of competitors.

In all 38 pike were caught, measured, recorded and released. Three members of the youth contingent catching the longest fish were to be awarded trophies, but only one fish measuring 54.2 cm was caught by Alivah Kennedy. Second and third place were determined by a draw of registration numbers and were awarded to Dexter Connally and Brayden McKinnon. Olivah also received a $50 gift certificate, Dexter, a $30 gift certificate and Brayden, a $10 gift certificate. Each of the three also became the owner of an ice fishing rod. The gift certificates and fishing rods were donated by Jo-Brook Outdoors of Brandon. The following is a list of the top five adult competitors, their fish lengths and cash prize amounts: Timothy Usunier, Souris, $1,000, 79.8 cm; Rae Weins, Rivers, $750, 77.8 cm; Chris Greenaway, Hamiota, $500, 75.0 cm; Brandon Radiator, Brandon, $250, 73.0 cm; Cory Burke, Virden, $200, 71.0 cm. The five remaining successful fishers, each of whom received a cash prize of $100, were:

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Matt Tower Winnipeg, 70.6 cm; Struth Construction, Brandon, 70.0 cm; Michael Elock, Glenboro, 70.0 cm; Cory Burke, Virden, 68.3 Back row L/R: Meghan cm; Bruce Wrightson, Oak Knelsen, Erich Schmidt, River, 68.0 cm. Alex Kerr, Thom Heijmans, Heather Brandon, was presented Gray, Liliane Dupuis. Front L/R: Minami Kijima, Haile with a fish measuringrow board, Hubbard, Chassidy Payette, donated by BrandonMorgan HomeRamsay, Bryce Hardware BuildingSummers, Centre Quinn Hrabok. for snagging the smallest pike, a 46.0 cm specimen.

Leighton Veitch, Rivers, is $290 richer today after winning the winning the 50-50 draw. Dustin Douglas, also of Rivers, was delighted with winning a beautiful framed fish print in a special raffle.

Photo by Sheila Runions The photo now graces a wall in Dustin’s bedroom.

Rivers Chamber of Commerce donated five $20 gift at certificates redeemable

By Sheila Runions any Riverdale business Bannerfor Staff PHOTO BY TERRA WOLSKI snagging a fish nearest stor eap or t e d i n t he tion to the schools. cans from the school foyer into and Chimo Beach areas for con- put away in the proper place on Rivers and Aread and basement Fish President Timothy Usunier (left).units.

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Pupils co-ordinated the entireGame the church the after- (right) tributionsand from the community. the shelving They were March 9Evan edition,Wolksi, the March 21, where the When wasnorthern said and done, fantastic! We 79.8 are very, month-long which Grade 12Usunier Interdisci-from Souris promotion, took home the noon first of place prize of $1,000 withallhis pike measuring cm.very The winners were: Cory plinaryDerek Studies in Science class culminated in a ceremonious food was weighed and sorted. the scales at Riverdale Harvest pleased.”

Burke, Brad Paul, 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 Little, Kurt Glen and Jacob project for Riverdale Harvest. Riverdale Harvest president ior students brainstorm, the en- fabulous amount,” says Heather. ber/Harvest volunteer Yvonne McCarthur. Three winners 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. of a perfume raffle were BonBecause 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 RollingAaron 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 nie Taylor, Rivers, 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 andanChris Douglas, Riverswith 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 McCoy, Rapid campaign City. was fully organized dale Harvest). Rather, the teens the canoe. Some students also All students stayed behind to was collected from the younger Member, Chief byConstable, 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.

Bob Futrell’s culinary skills came from a suggestion made by harvest volunteer Liliane were on full display while adding there are no plans to screen people to make sure Staff Dupuis. temoperating an outdoor they fit into those categories.

Banner “I heard the ideaRivers at a meetporary canteen.ing With the as“We've got signage on our doors asking people to respect in Brandon. St. Augustine sistance of Donna Falkevitch, In a direct effort to make things easier and more comfortthat, and we're going to see how it works,” he said, noting School had tried Fill a Canoe Evan withable Craig Maddenin and conjunction the for 10-day seniors in Rivers and other Westman communities, Tuesday was the first day.

Festival du up Voyaguer in Win-Co-op has decided to open its grocery stores an Wolski, The staff served Heritage “We have a lot of confidence in humanity.” nipegmenu in February.

It was very a mouth watering of hour earlier each day during the coronavirus pandemic.

Heritage Co-op operates five food stores in Westman: successful and whenever I hear hamburgers, cheeseburgers, Seniors, 65 years of age and over and those with mobility Brandon, Minnedosa, Erickson, Sandy Lake and Rivers. food bank, my ears always perk potato chips, can drinks and issues and vulnerable people in the community will be Zacharias noted shopping in crowded stores, especially up!” bottled water. She then brought ablethetosugtake advantage of the shop early policy. The policy given the current situation, can be troublesome for seniors.

The canoe at Rivers gestion to Riverdale Harvest, Rivers Game an dFish includes the co-op’s newest store at Rivers. “We're trying “It's more than just the virus scare,” he said. “I think it's Elementary School was which supported the idea and members sincerely appre- to keep it really simple,” said Lorne Zacharias, general just the fact that, you know, our stores are so Photo busybyright at adequately filled.

Heather Gray asked her to present the promociated the sponsors who manager of Heritage Co-op. this moment that it is difficult and it's kind of an intimigenerously donated prize “We're just opening our food stores an hour early and dating place when it's that busy, and so we're just trying money and raffle prizes and asking that people respect the fact that it's for our senior to make it a little easier for ..our less mobile population.” all people who supported our population as well as anyone that is compromised in any Zacharias said the stores also offer delivery services on derby with their attendance way that needs either some extra time or assistance and/ a regular basis. and participation. or has concerns around virus infection,” Zacharias said,

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Uncertain times

sually, I like to write my columns on the weekend.

It’s a lot easier to organize my thoughts outside the bustle of the office, but it’s a risky strategy this week. Usually, not much changes between when I write and when we go to print, but I feel confident that won’t be the case this week.

I could be safe and write about something other than Coronavirus, self distancing and “flattening the curve”. I could write thoughts and opinions about topics unlikely to change from Sunday, to Monday, to Wednesday, to Friday, but when we’re in the businesses of informing, ignoring the biggest story of the decade seems like a cop out. Besides, anything related to current events sits under a cloud of uncertainty.

In most of our lifetimes, we haven’t seen anything like this. Sure, we’ve seen shortages, fear and uncertainty over storms and terrorist events, but we haven’t seen them over such an abstract foe. We also haven’t seen the increase in output that often accompanies such disruption, such as economic expansion to meet military needs or contractors working to replace damaged infrastructure. These days, factories aren’t ramping up production, they’re worried about whether they will have workers and customers willing to spend money.

The giant cloud of uncertainty is the hardest part. It’s hard because whether we collectively did too much or too

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Kate Jackman-Atkinson little will only be apparent after the fact. In countries, like Italy, where they were slow to enact measures that would lessen the spread of the virus, some hospitals are becoming so overwhelmed that the Italian College of Anesthesia, Analgesia, Resuscitation and Intensive Care published guidelines to help doctors and nurses navigate the moral choices they would have to make regarding who would receive scarce intensive care resources and who wouldn’t.

Because no one has immunity to this new strain, it’s expected that most people will become infected. So far, the fatalities are low, but that’s in a scenario where everyone who needs hospital care can get it, not one where there aren’t enough beds or ventilators. At the best of times, Canada isn’t known for having an abundance of excess health care capacity.

By this point, we know the numbers. We’ve seen the exponential curve showing a rapidly increasing number of confirmed cases in places where the virus is more prevalent.

We’re watching other countries, like Spain, said to be tracking a week or so behind Italy. Most of us are watching what happens in these countries, because while infection rates in China seem to be declining, no one is entirely confident in their “official” figures with respect to number of cases and fatalities.

In Canada, last week, one by one, measures started being put in place to limit gatherings. People then went crazy buying toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Hopefully, these measures, social distancing, not the toilet paper buying, will slow the progression of the virus. We breathed a small sigh of release on Monday, when the Manitoba government announced that despite close to 400 more tests being conducted, there were no additional positive cases, though the number will surely climb by the time we go to print.

While the health impacts will hopefully be minimized, the economic fallout will be inevitable. The actions we do and don’t take to combat Coronavirus will come with a very real cost to the economy. However, looking towards the complete shut down in Italy, the current situation in Canada might be preferable. Central banks and governments are trying to keep some stability, but they can only do so much. Between lost wages, lost business income and loss of market value, we will feel this for much of 2020 and longer. It’s unknown just what impact all these Canadians staying home will have on the economy. But it won’t be good.

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ecision makers have to make decisions. I think the decisions are somewhat misplaced in that limiting and screening arrivals from other countries makes sense, but cancelling Canadian events seems excessive. I could be wrong and have been advised I am.

Have you noticed that not one decision maker, be it at the federal, provincial, school board or Hockey Canada level will lose a penny off their pay cheques?

On the other hand, the average Canadian wage earner and business people could lose a lot of income and there may be excessive economic hardship.

COVID-19 is a flu, it’s not TB, polio, meth overdose or any number of greater health threats. As to the flu, or influenza, the annual death rate for the flu in the United Sates has been reported as 22,000 and at the time of writing, there had been 60 COVID-19 deaths in the United Sates and four in Canada.

Everybody is legitimately concerned about the health care system. Remember this though, 40 per cent of our tax dollars go to health care. If we over-react to the COVID-19 situation and in so doing cripple the economy, there won’t be an economy to generate taxes to pay for health care. As noted above, all the decision makers are getting paid, but the majority affected by the decisions are not getting paid and that includes everyone from casual rec centre workers, to business people, to waitresses, cooks, laid off workers, farmers-the list goes on.

The difference between COVID-19 and “ordinary” flu, in my mind, is that

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Ken Waddell we are used to the latter kind. It’s predictable and yes, it kills a lot of people in spite of the vaccines, but we have become somehow accepting of that. The other factor is COVID-19 seems to move much faster through the population and can overwhelm the health care system as it reportedly did in Italy.

In the darkest of times, there is always some humour– this whole toilet paper hoarding thing. How much toilet paper does one person or one family need?

Besides, there are clean, sanitary alternatives which a person could look up online or ask their grandmother about.

It seems that a sensible discussion about personal sanitation is considered too sensitive for the printed page of a community newspaper, so I will just leave it at that, but a person can survive without toilet paper. Paper towels can also be replaced with cloth towels.

Alternate methods are easier on the environment and would result in less paper towels in the land fill or less toilet paper in the sewage system. Reduced toilet paper or non-toilet paper usage means more water, but less paper down the sewage pipe, but that means less maintenance and sewage treatment

costs to the local tax payers. For the less sensitive-minded people, how we handle sewage from source to treatment deserves a discussion.

And then there is the whole bottled water issue. Apparently bottled water is flying off the shelves these days too. It’s pretty tough to make the case that food is expensive when you realize how much of the “grocery bill” goes to toilet paper, paper towels, bottled water and, let’s just say, pet food. Is bottled water really necessary in most parts of Canada? The majority of people have access to clean drinking water and should really curtail how much bottled water they purchase.

Many plastic water bottles aren’t even recyclable, so reusable water bottle filled at the tap means less plastic in the landfills and at a lower cost to the consumer.

Keep safe everybody and wash your hands! And please think and help each other.

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Mar. 24: Diabetes Clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8:15 a.m.

Mar. 25: RDHA meeting, Kiwanis Courts, 1:30 p.m.

Mar. 27: Rivers Legion, Legion supper.

Mar. 26: Rivers 50+ Club meeting, 2 p.m. (Cancelled) Apr. 5: Rivers Legion Snooker Tournament.

Apr. 16: Rivers 50+ Club meeting, 2 p.m.

Apr. 18: Rivers Legion, Crib Tournament.

Apr. 22: RDHA meeting, Kiwanis Courts, 1:30 p.m.

Apr. 24: Rivers Legion, Steak Night.

Apr. 28: Diabetes Clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8:15 a.m.

May 9: The Beetles cover band, Rivers Legion, tickets available mid march.

May 21: Rivers 50+ Club meeting, 2 p.m.

May 26: Diabetes Clinic, Riverdale Health Centre, 8:15 a.m.

May 27: RDHA meeting, Kiwanis Courts, 1:30 p.m.

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By Rita Friesen Look at all the helpers

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Name- John Christiansen Birthday- February 22, 1945 Occupation- Retired in 2004 with over 50 years spent in Fire Services for the federal government. (5 yrs in the Air Force, 23 yrs as Airport Fire Chief at Brandon, 10 yrs as Airport Manager at Brandon, and 14 yrs with Westman Aerial Spraying and MB Forestry as Forward Attack Base Manager) First Job- Skidding logs for a lumber mill in SE corner of MB. Hobbies- Curling and repairing small engines In Rivers since- Was at Rivers Base from 1964-68, then moved into Rivers in 1971 Where do you live?- just north of Rivers Hometown- Zohda, MB. It’s in south-east MB. Where did you attend school?- Devon, MB and Cypress River, MB Favourite Vacation Spot- the East Coast of Canada Favourite Food- BBQ ribs Favourite Holiday- Christmas Favourite Music or Artist- Country Western especially Willie Nelson Favourite Sports team- no favourites, cheer for the underdog Favourite Animal- Dogs especially a Shih Tzu that recently passed Favourite TV show- don’t watch much besides the news When you were 12, what did you want to be when you grew up?- a mechanic Comment- Rivers is a great town! We have been very fortunate to live and raise our family here. You have to give and take and be willing to put some time into your community in order to get the most out of it.

On this day - Mar. 20 1760 - The great fire of Boston destroyed 349 buildings.

1815 - Napoleon Bonaparte entered Paris after his escape from Elba and began his "Hundred Days" rule.

1868- Jesse James gang robs a bank in Russellville Kentucky making off with $14,000.

1930- American fast food restaurant chain "KFC" is founded by Colonel Harland Sanders in North Corbin, Kentucky.

1939- Brian Mulroney, 18th Prime Minister of Canada, was born on this day in Baie-Comeau, Quebec.

1948- Bobby Orr, Canadian hall of fame NHL defenceman (Boston Bruins) was born on this day in Parry Sound, Ontario.

1972- 19 mountain climbers are killed on Japan's Mount Fuji during an avalanche.

1985- Libby Riddles won the 1,135-mile Anchorageto-Nome dog race becoming the first woman to win the Iditarod.

1997- World Men's Figure Skating Championship in

t is a challenge– remaining in a positive mental state while the news is filled with despair. Events that are changing the way we live and think are unfolding at a horrific rate.

I recall my grandfather sharing that he was convinced that the end of the world, and for him, the return of the Christ, was imminent, for he had witnessed the Great Wars and the Great Depression. He could envision nothing worse than these events. If only he could see us now... hoarding toilet paper, crowding and shoving to go home to live in isolation. Educational institutions closing, sports events cancelled, as are entertainment venues.

This is one of those times when I want to scream– look at all the helpers! Whenever this world goes mad, with man made or natural disasters, there are those who quietly step in and step up. Friends offering to share child care if you need to go to work. Social media posts encouraging us to see the good in slowing down, in taking time to think, to be grateful for what we have. Some posts share schedules for sanity! Exercise, chores, study and recreation. Repeat. Like countless generations before us.

It is impossible to minMize the crisis with the virus.

Perhaps not impossible, but certainly foolish. We have

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein A prayer

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ord, to whom can we go? You have the words of eternal life.” ( John 6:68) Lord, to whom can we go– in times of crisis, when new viruses (like COVID-19) can spread to every country on earth in so short a time?

Lord, to whom can we go– when fear of contracting this virus, getting seriously ill and possibly dying from it causes widespread anxiety and panic?

Lord, to whom can we go– when businesses suspend operations and people face loss of income and financial challenges for which they may not be prepared?

Lord, to whom can we go– when government resources are so limited that there is very little they can do to combat pandemics like COVID-19?

Lord, to whom can we go– when nations blame others for problems they have brought upon themselves, when wars continue to be fought and countries with resources to share either hoard them or sell them at inflated prices to those who cannot afford them?

Lord, to whom can we go– when the cries of those suffering from starvation and malnutrition cannot be heard amid the cries of fear because of COVID-19?

Lord, to whom can we go– when those needing lifesaving treatments for cancer, heart disease, kidney failure, diabetes or other similar diseases may be denied access to the help they need because their risk of catching COVID-19 is high?

Lord, to whom can we go– when we read news reports Lausanne Switzerland was won by Elvis Stojko of Canada.

2001- Petrobras 36 Oil Platform, the world's largest oil rig, sinks with 400,000 US gallons of fuel and crude oil aboard, after suffering three explosions on March 15.

2012- 50 people are killed and 240 injured in a wave of terror attacks across 10 cities in Iraq.

2019- according to annual World Happiness Report, Finland is the world's happiest country with South Sudan being least happy.

never witnessed such a widespread threat. Media is doing the best they can to cover the facts and that is helpful. Along with grocery stores, pharmacies and health care resources, the media world is also deemed necessary. However! If we catch the morning news for updates, that may be enough.

Among those I love and care for are those who suffer from anxiety. Daily life is frequently enough to cripple actions, and affect reactions. Now, with the health threat front and centre, the challenge to live each day, to get up and out, is almost insurmountable. Walk quietly and patiently with each other, please.

It is easy for me to give thanks and be grateful, to be joy filled. I am loved, I have enough, I have purpose.

Personality traits that I need to keep in check are my vivid imagination and my inherent compassion– needed in great doses, but may make one vulnerable to “snow jobs”.

Those who know me well will be raising an eyebrow, wondering how I could not mention several other “f laws”! Here’s where I am thankful that being practical is an asset.

If, or when, isolation becomes my reality, there are books galore that I have been meaning to read, a shelf of photos I am planning to cull, always another quilting project, dogs to walk, and– when all else fails– a home to clean and food to prepare!

However we see the days ahead, may we see those who are the helpers, may we be, if possible, the helper.

And now, I am going to get a little preachy, so tune out if you wish– scripture records 365 admonitions to “fear not”, or “don’t be afraid”, or words that reassure us of the care and protection that the Divine provides.

Does not, never does, promise no problems, simply safe passage! that are often confusing and wonder whose words, if any, we can trust?

Lord, to whom can we go– as we seek to adjust our way of life and daily habits to minimize our risk of exposure to the many different germs and viruses we encounter, especially at this time of the year?

Lord, there is only one person to whom we can go in times like these and that is to You, for You have the words of eternal life.

We do not take COVID-19 lightly. We have seen how quickly it can spread. We know that those who lead us are doing the best they can to protect us from it. We applaud those who have chosen to cancel events, suspend public gatherings and take other measures to protect us from exposure to all germs and viruses. We ask that Your Spirit will energize their efforts and crown them with success.

We pray for those who are in self-isolation, those in quarantine and the families of those who have tested positive for COVID-19. Fill them with your peace and assure them that You are always here, fully aware of every need and ready to help all who call on You. We pray for those who are working around the clock to learn all they can about COVID-19 and provide scientifically based factual information to the general public.

Fill them with your wisdom so that the information they share will help alleviate the anxiety and panic that has filled so many people’s hearts and minds.

We pray for those who work in radio, television, print and social media. Help them give us the facts we need so that we can take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and those we love from this and other diseases.

Lord, to whom can we go? You have the words of eternal life. With faith in You, trust in those who lead us and confidence in those who advise them, we await the day when this pandemic will end and the panic around us will be replaced with a deep and lasting peace; in Jesus’ name, amen.

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Submitted Ducks Unlimited For young Rapid Cityarea cattle producer, Joey Bootsman, working with Ducks Unlimited Canada has proven to be a natural partnership that benefits them both. “(DUC’s) purpose and ours align in what we’re trying to accomplish,” Bootsman said. “We’re trying to grow grass to raise livestock, and they’re doing it for wildlife and waterholding capacity.”

Bootsman has worked with Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) for about eight years on multiple projects, including the Revolving Land Conservation Program and conservation easements.

He describes how DUC pays incentives to compensate landowners who sign easements that protect the wetlands and wildlife habitat on their property in perpetuity. No one can break or drain protected areas even if the land changes hands.

In exchange, landowners receive a one-time lump sum payment that is based on the property and fair market value. They can boost the money they receive by restoring wetlands as part of the agreement.

Landowners maintain ownership of their property and the agreement is flexible for farmers, allowing grazing and haying without restriction. Certain wetlands may be occasionally cultivated during dry periods.

For Bootsman, it means

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Bradwardine Bank Vault Apparently, the old bank vault in Bradwardine is an easily recognizable site for many of our readers. We thank Tom Ryall (who lives close to Bradwardine) and Jayden (from unknown parts) for contacting us to identify the site. It is very nice to see that people are following along and we encourage more folks to call in or email information on these sites. Readership interaction is very much appreciated. You could also contact us with ideas for future sites.

The Bank of Hamilton (which later became part of the Bank of Commerce and later CIBC) opened a branch in the village of Bradwardine, which is west of Rivers, in 1904. It served the growing community very well but closed its doors in 1926. The extremely wellbuilt brick and concrete vault has endured the test of time and is the only part of the building remaining at the site. Thus, making this somewhat of an attraction; a bank vault without a bank.

RDHA Announcement The annual Florence Nightengale Spring Tea scheduled for May 2, 2020 at Rivers Legion sponsored by Riverdale District Health Auxiliary (RDHA) has been canceled. Due to Covid-19 we feel that this is the right thing to do. Tickets for the stained glass Prairie Crocus, donated by Bryan Smith, are still available through auxiliary members or by phoning Lynn at 328-7735. Draw will still be made on May 2, 2020.

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The Bootsman family is pictured here in front of a conservation project they partnered with Ducks Unlimited Canada to create. Joey and Kendra Bootsman are joined here by their daughters Swayzie and Ensley (left).

he doesn’t have to change his plans for his property as he intends to use it as pasture for his cattle.

“The property we’ve put easements on… it’s a creek system with deep sloughs,” Bootsman said. “They’re the ones that shouldn’t be manipulated, in my opinion.”

The shallow “prairie pothole” wetlands scattered across southwest Manitoba form part of one of the best waterfowl breeding areas on the planet. But they also provide many benefits to cattle.

Several wetlands were drained from Bootsman’s property before he purchased the land, so restoration is a relatively simple solution to ensure wetlands continue to hold water for his cattle, even in dry years.

“We’re coming out of

some of the driest years we’ve had in my life and there’s still water in some of the sloughs. For winter feeding, we still have sloughs with water in them, which is a benefit to the cattle,” Bootsman said. “There’s lot of reasons why (grasslands and wetlands) are a good thing.”

B oot sma n ha s a l so bought land through DUC’s Revolving Land Conservation Program.

Under that program, DUC buys land, restores its wetlands and uplands, then sells it back to farmers with a conservation agreement on the title. The proceeds

from the sale provide DUC with funds to buy additional property to restore and continue the cycle of conservation.

For farmers, it’s a chance to acquire affordable land close to home.

Anyone who is thinking about working with DUC should take the next step and meet the people who work there, Bootsman advises.

“It’s been good to work with them, they’re all excellent to work with.”

For more information about DUC programs, call 204-729-3500.

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Volunteer appreciation night Donna Falkevitch Rivers Banner

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The volunteers for the 2020 Scotties in Rivers, all dressed in blue.

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The Rivers Scotties Volunteer Appreciation Night was held March 13 in Redfern Hall, Riverdale Community Complex with about half of our 200 volunteers attending. A fun night complete with pizza, snacks and beverages ensued.

Curling Club President, Dave Falkevitch thanked everyone for attending and made a presentation ($1,850) to Jillian Beever representative from The Cancer Society, from the proceeds of the live auction held during the Scotties.

Event Chair Les Wedderburn presented a $15,000 cheque to Riverdale Facility Manager Brianne for ice rental. Dave then made the presentation

of a personalized wall plaque to Scotties Event Chair, Les, ...very well deserved.

The big news of the evening was delivered

by Les and Finance Chair, Crystal Stewart.

Rivers Scotties 2020 cleared $80,000 after all expenses were paid! WOW! The gross income was approximately $200,000. Now we know that our event was not only great curling and great fun, it was profitable as well.

Over the past two months, many comments have been made about the exceptional work and dedication of the volunteers. The success of this event is a directly result of the hard work of these volunteers. Thank you so much everyone for your efforts!

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From left to right back row: Steve Ham and Robbie Brown. Front row left to right: Skye Gillis. Heather Gray , Richard Brown, Jacquie Schmit, Tanis Neilson.

Missing from the picture from the H.E.L.P committee is Maxine Weir and Sherri Dziver.

H.E.L.P donated $2696.50 from our Purse Mystery ladies night to the Rivers Firefighters Association!

We are Very grateful to everyone that made this possible!

We are extra grateful to Deborah Ostryzniuk for the beautiful Lia Sophia jewellery pieces. As well as all the sunset gourmet prizes and raffle. Deborah was a big supporter for this event!

We appreciate the Rivers Ladies hospital auxiliary for baking and donating all the delicious carrot cakes! Yum! To all individuals and businesses that donated items, bought a ticket, and attended. Without you we can’t do these events.

Rivers is a wonderful community and our firefighters are one of our biggest assets.

Its a wonderful feeling that we were able help out our firefighters!

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The current situation we all find ourselves in is very unsettling and frightening causing valid worry and stress because of the uncertainty of it all. If I may, I would like to briefly share my journey of the past seven years in the possibility of giving even the slightest glimmer of hope.

In May of 2013, I was diagnosed with Leukaemia and, in the blink of an eye, was admitted to Health Sciences Centre (HSC) in Winnipeg for intensive chemotherapy followed by radiation treatment. I was immediately off work and my wife, who was self employed, saw her business radically diminish in order for her to be with me. It was a horrible feeling to be laid up in bed while expenses mounted and see my wife trying EA her best to stay positive for my sake all the while knowing she’s struggling as much as I am. I ended up catching a superbug soon after I was admitted which meant I was ON now in isolation and quarantined to my room for days and weeks which was followed hygienist by major bouts of depression and despair. In my mind everything was falling apart • Residential & Commercial omeswhile•I was stuck inside a hospital room completely useless.

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We have been living in uncertain times for the past seven year and as my wife and I struggled, we watched our two sons struggle with issues of their own ( what God has done in their lives has been miraculous and I would love to share that with you in the future). Even though the cancer is in remission, there’s always the lingering thought that it could return at any time along with a multitude of other complications. Once cancer strikes, it seems you’re never done with it.

But through it all, the Klassen family has seen the hand of God at work. The blessings he has showered us with far outshine the trials and He is continually showing us that we need to trust in Him because He is in control of everything. He is our certainty in uncertain times.

I know I have mentioned in previous letters about reading the Bible, but maybe this is the perfect opportunity for all of us to do that and find comfort in His Word. There is a light at the end of the tunnel; not just a light, but The Light and Life - Jesus Christ!!

The Gospel of John tells us exactly that in the following verses: • John 1:4,5 - “In Him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind…”

• John 8:12 - “...I am the light of the world…”

• John 14:6 - “...”I am the way and the truth and the life…”

Friends, if Jesus Christ can bring hope, light and life to the Klassen family, He can to yours as well!

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Tender RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF OAKVIEW TENDER – PASTURE LAND The Rural Municipality of Oakview is inviting tenders for the rental of pasture land for grazing only comprised of approximately 155 acres and owned by the Rural Municipality of Oakview and located West of the current landfill site in Rapid City, and being Plan 10.

Tenders to be submitted on a flat fee basis for the 2020 - 2023 years. Payments must be received in full by March 15th of every year.

Sealed tenders marked “pasture rental” will be received until 4:30 P.M. Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the address appearing hereunder.

The Municipality reserves the right to enter upon the property at any time and without notice.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Rural Municipality of Oakview Box 179 Oak River, MB R0K 1T0 Phone # 204-566-2146

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Rolling River School Division SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS Maintenance Worker Assistant (12 weeks - June 8 to Aug. 28, 2020) Mechanic Assistant/Detailer (7 weeks - July 20 to Sept. 4, 2020) Positions are based at division offices in Minnedosa, Manitoba.

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Summer Student Positions.

Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Card of thanks Many thanks to the Rivers Ambulance Drivers, Paramedics, Doctors, Nurses, Physiotherapists, the Rehab Centre in Rivers, MB and the Brandon General Hospital, as well as the Riverdale District Health Auxiliary for the many Christmas gifts, also to the Virden Ambulance for bringing me to the Rivers Rehab Centre, the Handitransit Service, all the home care workers, Don and Marilyn Montegue for all of the Doctors appointments, Keith and Eleanor Pool, Ina Hyndman for their many visits and goodies, Neighbours, Friends and those unmentioned, for their phone calls, emails, cards and visits and most of all to my family. All have been there for me. Thank you everyone for your care and help in my time of need. Love you all. Elaine Wood.

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PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING THE 2020 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 2020 at a public hearing at the Legion Hall, Rivers Royal Canadian Legion, 633 – 2nd Ave, Rivers, Manitoba on the 14th day of April, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. 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 7th, 2020. All interested parties are encouraged to attend this public hearing.

In light of recent COVID-19 precautions, this notice is subject to change pending further direction from the Provincial Government.

Kat Bridgeman, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer

Mid-West Weed District

On the date and at the time and location shown below, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representations from any persons who wish to make them in respect to the following matter: RIVERDALE MUNICIPALITY BY-LAW NO. 2020-04 being an AMENDMENT to the RIVERDALE MUNICIPALITY ZONING BY-LAW NO. 2016-12, as amended.

HEARING LOCATION: Riverdale Municipality Council Chambers 670 – 2nd Avenue Rivers, Manitoba.

DATE & TIME: April 7, 2020 at 6:05 p.m.

GENERAL INTENT OF BY-LAW NO. 2020-04: 1. To rezone an area of land in Riverdale Municipality FROM: “R/A” - Rural/Agriculture Zone TO: “RR” - Rural Residential Zone 2. To increase the minimum required dwelling unit area for single-unit homes in the “RE” Residential Estate Zone from 600 sq/ft to 1,000 sq/ft/ AREA AFFECTED

BY BY-LAW NO. 2020-04 The westerly 450 feet of SEC. 33-12-20WPM (per item 1. above and as shown on the map below).

All lands zoned “RE” Residential Estate Zone (per item 2. above).

FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Lorra Eastcott, Assistant Administrative Officer Riverdale Municipality670 – 2nd Avenue Rivers, Manitoba ROK 1XO Ph: 204-328-5300

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is hereby given that the Mid-West Weed District intends to conduct the following pesticide programs during 2020.

1. To control noxious weeds and brush on right’s-of-ways within the Municipalities of Hamiota, Oakview and Riverdale including all villages and towns within.

The projected dates of application will be from May 1 2020 to October 31 2020.

The herbicides that may be used include: - 2.4D amine 600, 2.4D ester 700, Banvel vm, Navius, Truvist, Detail, Garlon XRT, VP480, Tordon 22K, Esplanade, Fiesta, Weed B Gon. 2. To control noxious weeds at the Hamiota golf course. The projected dates of application will be from May 1 2020 to October 31 2020. The herbicides that may be used include: - Trillion, Par III. 3. To control turf disease at the Hamiota golf course. The projected dates of application will be from May 1 2020 to October 31 2020.

The fungicides that may be used include: - Instrata IIA, Trilogy, Interface, Mirage, Daconill ultrex.

4. To control grasshoppers.

The projected dates of application will be from June 1 2020 to October 31 2020.

The insecticide that may be used include: - Eco Bran The public may send written submissions or objections to specific control programs within 15 days of the publication of the notice to the department below: Environmental Approvals Branch Manitoba Sustainable Development 1007 Century Street Winnipeg MB R3H 0W4

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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.

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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!

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

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

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

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PHOTOS BY AMANDA LELONDE

Rivers Atom Jets Team Lepp vs Rivers/Daly Fire department was an epic game!!

It was a battle right to the end. Final result was a 7 all draw. Both the Jets and the firefighters had a blast (although we think the firefighters might be in a little more pain than the kids)!

Deb Cords held the winning ticket for the 50/50 draw, which she donated right back to the Firefighters Association, meaning that a total of $246.00 was raised.

The fire fighters attended a fire the evening before and another one the afternoon after this game so our heartfelt appreciation goes out to this dedicated group.

Protecting our community and interacting with our youth, all in a day’s work.

Above: Ryan MacLellan doing some much needed stretching before the game following an evening fire call the night before.