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Rivers parade a hit with young and old alike.

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.

The costumed parade walkers, Deadpool can be seen making any appearance near the centre.

Can collections for canoes

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cans from the school foyer into

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the Taco Dog was a cute sight to see walking alongMarch side9 aedition, member ofPupils the co-ordinated Rivers the entire the church basement the after- tributions from the community. the shelving units. They were Grade 12 Interdisci- month-long promotion, which noon of March 21, where the When all was said and done, fantastic! We are very, very Rivers/Daly Department came toatin force with their fire trucks and the Police Service. The parade though short was well attended with plenty of people foodFire was weighed and sorted. theout scales Riverdale Harvest pleased.” culminated in a ceremonious plinary Studies in Science class rescue/fire equipped side by side vehicle. walking along with the vehicles.

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

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project for Riverdale Harvest. Riverdale Harvest president ior students brainstorm, the en- fabulous amount,” says Heather. tire high school was encouraged “We are so pleased they decided Dubbed 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 students 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 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 non-perishables. Although the Zion Church (home of River- athletes had to pay with food for certainly deserves some praise. campaign was fully organized dale Harvest). Rather, the teens the canoe. Some students also All students stayed behind to by that class, the original idea carried bags, boxes and garbage canvassed Rivers, Oak River help check expiry dates, sort and came from a suggestion made by harvest volunteer Liliane Dupuis.

“I heard the idea at a meeting in Brandon. St. Augustine School had tried Fill a Canoe conjunction withtobans, the 10-daywhen they need sa id Dr. Roussin, but incubation periods of the #RestartMB inPandemic Festival du Voyaguer in Winvirus, Roussin said.

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“This schools and child-care nipeg in February. It was very tougher new successful restrictions is a team effort, and we centres will remain open. and whenever I hear are in response to the have food bank, my earsall always perka role to play in Non-essential travel is up!” in daily protecting ourselves, our also being discouraged. ongoing increase She in thenthe brought the sugIMAGE COURTESY OF THE MANICOVID-19 cases loved ones and our com“We are truly at a crossThe canoe at Rivers gestion to Riverdale Harvest, TOBA GOVERNMENT province. munity. By Elementary taking these in our fight against School roads was which supported the idea and adequately filled.

Premier Brian Pallister “We are atasked a critical measures seriously, we are this pandemic,” Roussin her to present the promo-

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ber/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.

All of Manitoba shifted into critical level on Nov. 12

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E f fect ively i m med iately, Manitoba is shutting down. On Tuesday, Nov. 10, premier Brian Pallister and Dr. Brent R o u s s i n , M a n i t o b a’s chief provincial public health officer, announced that as of 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, the province will move to the Critical level (red) on the

point in our fight against COVID-19, and we must do everything we can to protect our most vulnerable Manitobans and ensure our health-care system is there for Mani-

going to save lives.”

Non- essent ia l ret a i l stores, gyms, movie theatres, salons and churches will close. All recreational facilities and sports activities will be shut down,

said. “We need to turn these [COVID-19] numbers around and we need to turn them around now.”

The widespread closures may be in effect for up to four weeks, or two

moments after announcing new restric tions for the entire province of Manitoba

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Some more questions

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t the outset, I think that all levels, be it government, staff, medical professionals and volunteers, have done a lot of great work to try and get our elderly people through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Across Canada and in Manitoba, there have been care home deaths. Many have been in homes owned by Revera. This column is not making any judgements on anyone, but simply is put out there as information that might bring about some helpful change.

Revera care homes is wholly owned by The Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments). According to online searches, PSP is a Canadian Crown corporation established by an act of Parliament in September 1999. PSP Investments is one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with $168 billion of net assets under management as of March 31, 2019. It invests funds for the pension plans of the Public Service, the Canadian Armed Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force.

More than 800 professionals manage a diversified global portfolio composed of investments in public financial markets, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, natural resources and private debt. PSP Investments’ head office is located in Ottawa, ON and its chief business office is located in Montreal, QC. Therefore, Revera, which has had so many unfortunate deaths due to COVID-19, is ac-

tually owned by the Government of Canada.

The PSP reportedly takes 7 to 12 per cent in returns on their investments from Revera. I ask the question cautiously, but could that 7 to 12 per cent be better spent in upgrading care and infrastructure at the care home? It’s a very delicate question, but it does need to be asked. Any investor is entitled to a return on investment, but it seems a bit lacking either taste or wisdom for a Canadian Crown Corporation to be profiting from care homes at any time. It seems particularly bad that in the middle of a pandemic, the PSP Crown Corp (and the government of Canada) is profiting from care homes. One would think that every dollar should go back into various improvements. The long term question is, should care homes be run by pension fund investment companies? Their main aim is quality care, I am sure, but their high priority second aim is cost cutting and the profits.

But the mystery goes deeper. It’s strange that the federal government is pressing for more investments in care homes and at the same time squeezing profits out of the care homes. The question goes even deeper.

Should a federal government be using tax dollars to extend funding to care homes, knowing full well that it may improve the Revera care homes’ bottom line, which in turn will also inflate profits for their own Crown Corporation?

It always pays to follow the money.

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Ken Waddell Here’s another question. Last August, HyLife announced it was using the SteriwaveTM Nasal Photodisinfection for employees. The information on that treatment comes highly recommended as a method of controlling infections. I don’t know the cost, but up to the date of this writing, HyLife hasn’t had a C-19 case, as far as I know. You can see a video on this Canadian tested process here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ntmck1p9utkl5jx/AABRMdOu6PTlt25zSvCsJgD8a? dl=0 If this process is effective, perhaps it should be used for every care home resident in Manitoba.

Seeing as the Revera-owned Maples care home residents were all tested and about 70 per cent tested positive, the nasal process listed above might have been a very good investment. And isn’t it strange that 70 per cent tested positive at Maples and were all deemed to not have symptoms? Meanwhile, testing of symptomatic people only yields

about 10 per cent positives. I think the public needs to know that answer. On the surface, it looks like it would make a lot more sense to test care home residents than it would to test people in the general population.

Perhaps every care home resident should be given daily doses of Vitamin D, which has been proven to be needed to fight any infection, including C-19.

Lots of questions– and the media and the politicians need to be addressing these questions and likely many others. I think we have all had enough of endless numbers, we need to bear down on what works and look seriously into what might work

Disclaimer: The writer serves as a volunteer chair of the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association.

The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the MCNA board or Banner & Press staff.

Unto us a saviour is born (part two)

Throughout the Old Testament of the Bible, there are many prophecies concerning Jesus Christ, concerning His birth, life, death, resurrection, and second coming. The New Testament tells us that the prophecies yet to be fulfilled are those regarding His second coming. As we approach Christmas, the birth of Christ is the subject of this series of letters.

Of all the books in the Old Testament, the Book of Isaiah gives us the most detailed prophetic picture of Jesus Christ. Isaiah’s ministry, during the years 739 - 686 BC, was to a nation that had turned their backs on God. Let’s look at two of his prophecies fulfilled at Jesus’ birth, some seven hundred years after they were spoken.

• Isaiah 7:14 - “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to

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a son, and will call Him Immanuel.”

• Isaiah 9:6,7 - “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders.

And He will be called Wonder ful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

These verses may be familiar due to their appearance on Christmas cards over the years, and the book of Matthew states the fulfillment of the first.

•Matthew 1:22,23 - “All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel, which means God with us.

I want to share the significance of the five names given to Christ in these verses with you.

(1) Immanuel - As you read in Matthew, it means “God with us.” The New

Testament clearly states that Jesus Christ is God the Son, the second person of the Trinity, co-eternal with God the Father and God the Holy Spirit. The Apostle John said this: •John 1:1,14 - “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” …”The Word became f lesh and made His dwelling among us…”

(2) Wonderful Counselor - In the original language of Hebrew, wonderful had a more significant meaning. It referred to something uncommon, out of the ordinary, an event beyond our understanding and comprehension.

•Psalm 139:6 - “Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain.”

It can refer to the miraculous, and the birth of Christ presents us with two miraculous events, one

being the virgin birth, and the other is God the Son becoming a man to dwell amongst us. A counselor offers wisdom and guidance as a wise king or ruler would give to his people.

•Psalm 119:105 - “Your Word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”

•John 8:12 - “Then Jesus spoke to them saying, ‘I am light of the world, he who follows me will not walk in darkness…’”

•1 Corinthians 1:24 - “...

Christ (is) the power of God and the wisdom of God.” (3) Mighty God - A mighty one is bold, determined, fearless, and powerful. Jesus was all of these as He faced His enemies and endured His crucifixion. He said this regarding power: •Matthew 28:18 - “A ll power is given unto me in heaven and on earth.”

The Hebrew word for God used here is “el,”

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which we find in the name Immanuel used in Isaiah and Matthew.

(4) Everlasting Father Everlasting is also defined as eternal, and Jesus said this: •Revelation 1:8,17 - “I am the Alpha and Omega... who is, and who was, and is to come...the Almighty” ...”

I am the first and the last.”

Father here does not refer to God the Father, but in Hebrew, it is used symbolically to denote one who is the “possessor of.” Jesus Himself said the following: •John 3:35 - “The Father loves the Son and has placed everything in His hands.”

•John 11:27 - “All things have been handed over to Me by my Father.”

(5) Prince of Peace - A prince denotes a master, lord, or ruler. Jesus said: •John 13:13 - “Ye call me Master and Lord and ye say well, for so I am.”

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Peace is a feeling of calm, favour, and assurance.

Upon His f irst coming and through His atoning work on the cross, Jesus reconciles us to God. The Apostle Paul tells us: •Romans 5:1 - “Therefore, since we have been justif ied through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Christ will finally bring world peace upon His second coming when He does away with all ungodliness. Every supreme, lofty and glorious name has been given to Jesus Christ. Will you put your trust in Him as Lord and Saviour this Christmas. Please contact me at jgklassen@icloud. com if you have any questions or comments.

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storm day disappeared without me nearing the work station.

I salted the driveway and turned on the lights. Supper was a slow delightful catch-up time. The light bulb in the office was replaced– because of my advanced age my grands don’t want me standing on chairs or ladders with my arms extended, so they see to those tasks. I wanted an article from social media shared with two of my sisters and I lack that technology. The newspaper in Abbotsford had a feature article on our uncle, a veteran, David Thiessen, turning 100 on Nov. 11. My grand was pleased, and quick, to accomplish that task. Another portion of the day slipped away.

A bit more time at the crossword, a Hallmark Christmas movie and there went a chunk of time. Time with my feet up, relaxing and resting, so certainly not wasted time. The clock, however, continued to tick so I determined to accomplish at least one of my self-directed assignments.

As I elected easy listening music, I wondered how soon the holiday music would return. And then I remembered the little white ceramic church purchased last year and determined it was more seasonal that holiday so it should/could be taken out of storage and in a place of honour. That took a while for I found a snow man or two that could/should appear as well. And the clock was still ticking. Oh, and I had at least one phone call to make…

As the day was drawing to a close, I remembered other storm days, the sense of a gift of time, the freedom of eating too many moose poops, the drifting through the day. Being safe, knowing my loved ones are safe, gave the day licence to drift. Not playing hooky yet feeling a sense of unexpected freedom. A perfect storm day.

Home Bodies

By Rita Friesen Never too old for a storm day...

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he soft, steady drizzle on a cool November day was incentive enough for me to stay put, right after running just one errand. It was a relief to be back in my warm, safe home. A whole day with no schedule nor forced agenda. I knew full well what should be accomplished and it all involved working at the computer- a column, a reflection and a sermon outline and bulletin. It was not about to happen.

The Saturday paper was prominent on the table, the crossword puzzle called plainly. And I heeded the call. Pencil (it has to be a click pencil and that becomes hard to find, for they are Miss Daisy’s chew toy of choice!) and paper I headed for the big comfy chair. Time slipped gently by. The thought of making a real supper and inviting guests tickled, until I acted on it. Ham and scalloped potatoes and the kids thought they could swing by. Peeling potatoes and crafting a slow cooker for cheesy scalloped potatoes was delightful, a little time consuming but delightful. Dessert? Why, just last week my guest had expressed a desire for unbaked chocolate cookies, known in our household as moose poops. All the ingredients were still before toss date. Bonus! Another portion of my

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J. Klassen suggests in “Evolution the Big Lie”, That Darwin was opposed to Christianity when he wrote ‘The Origin of Species’. This does not alter the incredible insight his book has brought to biological history.

To state that evolution is a lie more evil that Nazi propaganda is absurd!

If you believe there is a God in Heaven watching over you then very well, but if I don’t share that belief I should be everlastingly punished? Your God does not appeal to me if he or she is so vindictive. I prefer to believe in a loving God. Mr Klassen speaks of all the people killed in the 20th century wars, which he says were underpinned by the ‘damnable doctrine of evolution and naturalism.’ People have been dying through out time at the hands of religion.

I doubt that Darwins ideas contributed to 20th century warfare, it was just the ignorance of man, as it has always been. Religion has seldom held people back from war.

I find your belief that the bible must be taken as the only truth very troubling. The world is incredibly beautiful and amazing. You believe this is true because of the creation myth, I believe it is because of evolution, and I know if Jesus were here he would love me and not condemn me to everlasting punishment. Love be with you Mr. Klassen.

Truth is not subjective

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Evolution, a pretty sound theory

-Mary Lowe

2015- Terror attacks in Paris at 3 locations leave at least 129 dead. Isis claim responsibility.

2017- World’s earliest wine-making uncovered at Khramis Didi Gora, Georgia, in clay pots dating back to 6,000BC.

1850- Robert Louis Stevenson, best known for his novels “Treasure Island”, “Kidnapped”, and “Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde” was born on this day in Edinburgh, Scotland.

1895- First shipment of canned pineapple arrives from Hawaii.

1927- New York - New Jersey Holland Tunnel, 1st twin-tube underwater auto tunnel, opens.

1956- US Supreme court rules race separation on buses in Alabama to be unconstitutional.

1981- The Canadarm, a robotic space arm developed by Canada, is successfully deployed for the first time, outside the Space Shuttle Columbia.

1985- Nevado del Ruiz volcano erupts in Colombia, killing 25,000 in the town of Armero.

1998- Michel Trudeau, Canadian outdoorsman, son of Pierre Trudeau and brother to our present Prime Minister, died in an avalanche while skiing in Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park, BC.

Letters

Dear Mr Waddell, I find it necessary to respond to your opinion piece, “In the Defence of Truth”. You write “The media and some academics would truly like us to believe that Climate Change is the most pressing issue of our time.”

Please sir, this argument is over, Climate Change is not debatable. You have been aware of climate catastrophe raining down on farmers and city folk alike, unprecedented floods, droughts, fires and hurricanes are on the news weekly. This is not disputable.

You are being irresponsible to suggest that the scientific community is being “led astray on many issues by misinformed writers.” I find it easier to believe, that you have been led astray, by some misinformed source. Please do not pretend that we don’t need to take action. We need to take care of this incredible planet as well as each other.

We truly are all in this together.

-Mary Lowe

Observation

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he Covid-19 virus is like a snake that is raising his head and f lashing its fiery tongue.

Restrictions are put in place again. Churches are closing, hospitals and extended care facilities put their people in isolation. Some are getting anxious, nervous and impatient and in some cases there are serious outbursts and violence is on the increase.

When I read my Bible this morning I noticed that in Bible times there were also some very disturbing situations. God is talking through Isaiah to the nation of Israel and it made me think of the situation we are in, in this country. Isaiah tells us in chapter 5:15, 16 that “the people will be brought low and everyone humbled, the eyes of the arrogant humbled. But the Lord Almighty will be exalted by His justice, and the Holy God will be proved Holy

by His righteousness.”

I believe that God’s justice will spread over the world. May this Pandemic be an eye-opener for us to see Who is still in control.

Let us keep in prayer for our nation and world, stay safe and abide by the guidelines, given to us.

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Halloween proves Riverdale’s Resilience

Well Halloween definitely was a day to remember. While many of us were afraid that covid19 would put a halt on our planned festivities even though every precautions was taken, it was Mother Nature who really put us to the test.

And did Riverdale Municipality pass that test? You bet your candy corn we did!

With escorts from Rivers Police, Fire and EMS services over 20 costumed hard core Halloweeners braved wind gusts of 80 km an hour to walk the 1.2km parade route and brought smiles to so many faces. Was it worth it? Based on the reactions from the residents of our personal care and retirement homes and the dozens of people lined up along the parade route? Heck yeah!

Immediately following the parade, food was served at the

Rivers Legion and our business trick or treating began! Westoba Credit Union sponsored treat bags for everyone and individual businesses supplied their own. Over 175 Westoba candy bags were given out and our member businesses shared similar trick or treat success, weather be darned Waymor Agencies and Butterfly Consultations sponsored a virtual costume contest with winners selected from pictures submitted to our Facebook page. Prizes were given out in the form of Chamber Bucks to be spent locally at participating member businesses and the winners were...

Best Group: The Taylor Family $50 Best Couple: The Farquhar $20 Funniest: The Ghostbuster Platts $10 Scariest: Piper Adams the... what??? $10 Most Unique: Ketchup Nathan Braconier and his Hotdog $10

And speaking of our Facebook page, we streamed the parade live online... twice. And to date over 1000 people have watched it, some more than once.

Halloween may have been different this year but from the Chamber and local business perspective, it was a huge success, perhaps better than ever. Do we see an annual tradition in our midst?

I say yes? What do you say? Share your feedback with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter at @RiversCOC or email info@riverschamber.ca Thank you to everyone who made this day a great success, teamwork makes the dream work.

Until next time, stay healthy, stay safe.

Michelle Budiwski, president Rivers & District Chamber of Commerce

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Best Group (Middle Top): The Taylor Family $50 Best Couple (Right): The Farquhar $20 Funniest (Top Left): The Ghostbuster Platts $10 Scariest (Middle Bottom): Piper Adams the... what??? $10 Mos t Unique (Bot tom Lef t): Ketchup Nathan Braconier and his Hotdog $10

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The Manitoba Metis Feder at ion ( M M F ) i s setting aside $5.5 million to assist Métis businesses during code red closures in the Winnipeg area caused by a steep rise of C OV I D -19 c a s e s .

Eligible businesses will be able to receive a nonrepayable grant of up to $10,000 if they commit to staying open after code red restrictions are lifted.

“Not only has Canada answered the call and offered a wide variety of supports tailored to businesses and entrepreneurs across Canada, but they have also recognized the importance of partnering with Indigenous Governments to help address our unique needs,” said MMF President David Chartrand in a November 2 news release. “We

have openly praised the Trudeau government and their response and approach to this unprecedented challenge that is COVID-19.”

The MMF made the decision to provide funding in recognition of the negative impacts that the mandatory closures will have on all businesses.

“During the first wave, the MMF offered $40,000 loans to Métis entrepreneurs. This helped, but is it enough?” said President Chartrand.

“Investments made by small and medium businesses are the backbone of ou r e c onomy. No one hesitates to collect their taxes, but yet some leaders hesitate to offer support in their times of need. But rest assured, our Métis families and businesses can rely on their Métis Government to support them in these

uncer ta in t imes. Our Provincial Government has failed you; we won’t.”

This funding will be available to all Métis Citizens including those still in the application process for receiving their Citizenship.

Noted examples of eligible businesses that can apply include: -Restaurants & Bars -Fitness Facilities -Retail Stores -Spas and Beauty Salons -Hotels -Many other businesses Mét is entrepreneurs who are negatively affected by the recently implemented code red and orange restrictions and closure in Winnipeg and the surrounding areas can contact the Louis Riel Capital Corporation at 1-800-387-6004 for more information and to apply for this new funding.

Everyday Encounter

Where am I?

Roy Greer Memorial Bench at Oak River Millennium Park This beautiful granite bench, dedicated to the memory of the late Roy Greer, can be found in the north-west corner of Oak River Millennium Park. Rapid City Memorials created this lovely resting spot whose dedication reads “In Memory of Roy Greer, Remembered by Little Saskatchewan River Conservation District”.

The bench also features an engraved pair of mallard ducks and LSRCD logo or either side of the year 2018. Roy Greer passed away July 14,2018 and this bench was placed in a serene site by the group that he so devotedly helped to create.

Roy had a passion for environment, conservation and community, which spilled over into the many organizations, boards and committees in which he took an active role to promote education, conservation and awareness. He was instrumental in forming the Little Saskatchewan River Conservation District and led by example, taking the position of inaugural chairman of LSRCD board.

Roy continued to serve on the board for ten years.

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by Roy and his fellow board members. Roy served 20112WW2 as councilor and sat on related committees for the Rural Municipality of Blanchard for 3 decades.

Next time you’re in the Oak River area, “come in and sit a spell with Roy”.

Favourite Food: Seafood.

Favourite holiday: Christmas.

Favourite Song or Artist: John Mellancamp.

Favourite Sports Team: Edmonton Oilers.

Favourite Animal: Dog. Favourite TV show: Shameless.

Favourite Actor/Actress: Liam Neeson.

When you were 12, What did you want to be when you grew up? A veterinarian.

Comment: I’m very happy living here. We’ve really enjoyed being part of this community.

Name: Don O’Rourke Birthday: August 30 Occupation: Retired (finally) automotive mechanic.

First job: Farm worker Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, quadding, curling and golfing.

In Rivers/Rapid City/Oak River since: July 2019 Where do you live? Just north of town, east side of highway, on an acreage.

Hometown: Reston, Mb. Where did you attend school? Reston and ACC in Brandon.

Dream Vacation Spot: Anywhere warm.

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Mobile homes and are not permitted. case number and wide-spread comreminded that compliance and • Get a flu shot. ore easily. Scriptures assure Ontario and the three Prairie provinces.

With the peak camper trailers are very unsafe places to take shelter as • Travel to and from northern Manimunity transmission of this deadly enforcement issues can be reported Unless recommended by public Premier Brianfor Pallister ’s just that it’s harder us and Dr. activity for tornadoes occurring any time between April they are not anchored to the ground. toba is restricted and non-essential virus,” said Roussin.

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For more information porting form at www.manitoba.ca/ experiencing COVID-19 symptoms God’s provincial presence. public health officer, • Retail businesses listed as critical the time to stay home and reduce COVID19, or by calling 204-945should go for testing.

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“We are at a critical point in our fight against COVID-19, and we must do everything we can to protect our most vulnerable Manitobans and ensure our health-care system is there for Manitobans, when they need it,” said Pallister. “This is a team effort, and we all have a role to play in protecting ourselves, our loved ones and our community. By Actively serving Rivers taking these measures seriously, we and area on Wednesdays are goingwith to save lives.” competitive rates.

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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

Sealed, written tenders for the property situate in the RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF OAKVIEW, and described below will be received by: MEIGHEN, HADDAD LLP 110 11th Street Brandon, Manitoba R7A 4J4 Attention: Warren G. Barber, Q.C. PROPERTY: Parcel 1: Parcel 2: Parcel 3: Parcel 4:

NE ¼ 25-14-22 WPM NW ¼ 30-14-21 WPM SE ¼ 30-14-21 WPM SW ¼ 30-14-21 WPM

CONDITIONS OF TENDER 1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on the above or any other particulars or representations made by or on behalf of the Sellers.

2. Tenders must be received on or before 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2020.

3. Each tender must be accompanied by a $2,500.00 deposit cheque payable to Meighen Haddad LLP. Deposits accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded.

4. Tenders may be submitted on one or more parcels.

5. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE 1. The bidder whose tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering terms and conditions of sale.

2. In addition to the deposit, the balance of the accepted tender must be paid within 30 days of notification of acceptance of tender (the closing date) or evidence provided that the purchaser funds will be available under conditions acceptable to the Sellers. If the balance of the accepted tender is not paid within the set time limit the deposit paid may be forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty.

3. Possession is not authorized until acceptable arrangements for full payment are made following acceptance of tender.

4. All mines and minerals will be reserved from any transfer.

5. Successful bidders will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1st, 2021.

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MMF ANNOUNCES $5.5M IN SUPPORT FOR MÉTIS BUSINESSES The Winnipeg area is now under the “code red” or critical restrictions, while the rest of the province is under “code orange.” Your Manitoba Métis Government wants to make sure Métis businesses can keep their doors open throughout this crisis.

Eligible Métis entrepreneurs can receive a non-repayable grant of up to $10,000.

There are currently 450 businesses registered with the MMF, but this support is open to all entrepreneurs that are Métis Citizens and those in the process of applying for Citizenship.

Your Métis Government wants to support all Métis businesses across Manitoba that are forced to reduce operations due to the recently implemented pandemic restrictions. Some eligible applicants would include: • Restaurants & Bars • Fitness Facilities • Retail Stores

• Spas and Beauty Salons • Hotels • And many other businesses

Applicants will be asked to provide proof that they are an established business and be willing to share their plan to continue business operations during and after restrictions are lifted.

“Investments made by small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of our economy. Rest assured, our Métis families and businesses can rely on their Métis Government to support them in these uncertain times. Your Provincial Government has failed you; we won’t.”

- MMF President David Chartrand

For more information or to apply, contact:

Louis Riel Capital Corporation 1-800-387-6004 info@lrcc.mb.ca