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DAR R E L L N E SBIT T / SO U T H M O U N T AIN PR E SS Just a week into the spring equinox, the excitement of warm temperatures, melting snow, and nature awakening from its winter slumber was short-lived as citizens of Onanole and area embraced ‘the season of renewal’ with a heavy blanket of snow, prompting plowing personnel to hit the highways. To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow, as spring is the time of plans and projects... often delayed. Spring is when you feel like whistling, even with a shoe full of slush.

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It’s that time of year again… campfires, smores, and maybe a few bugs, too!

Campground reservations for your favourite spots in Manitoba’s provincial parks are opening soon.

Starting April 7, the Manitoba government invites residents to se-

cure their summer fun and make the most of the great outdoors.

Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced that reservations will be available in stages, from April 7 to April 11.

“Spring is here, and Manitobans are looking forward to spending quality time in nature,” Moyes said. “This year, as Canadians

choose to explore closer to home, Manitoba’s provincial parks offer incredible destinations for adventure, relaxation, and discovery.

We’re excited to announce that park entry will be free for one year, making it even easier to enjoy our beautiful landscapes.”

To help everyone find their ideal camping spot, reservations will be released over a five-day

span.

Campers are advised to get ready and be prepared, by checking their online accounts, updating passwords, and reviewing reservation rules.

According to the outlined information, the Parks Reservation Service also includes photos and descriptions of campsites, which gives everyone the tools they need

to pick their perfect outdoor experience.

Here’s the breakdown for when reservations open: •April 7: All cabins, yurts, and group-use areas.

•April 8: Campsites at Birds Hill, Winnipeg Beach, and Grand Beach.

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Camping offers the chance for adventure, but it also creates lasting memories. For most, the summer always includes campfires, hiking trails, and spending quality time reconnecting. And, with one year of free park entry, announced by the Manitiba Government earlier this year, there’s no better time to plan that longawaited camping trip. Don’t miss your chance… reservation lines are extremely busy and on a first-come, firstserved basis. Mark your calendars and get ready to reserve your camping spot for a summer of fun in Manitoba’s stunning provincial parks!

Pro vin cia l m in im u m w a ge to in cre a s e to $16 o n O ct.1 Manitoba Labour and Immigration is notifying Manitobans the provincial minimum wage will increase by 20 cents to $16, effective Oct. 1.

Updated annually, Manitoba’s minimum wage is regulated through the Employ-

ment Standards Code. This year’s increase of 20 cents per hour raised the minimum wage to $16 from $15.80. This adjustment reflects Manitoba’s 2024 inflation rate of 1.1 percent, rounded up to the nearest five cents.

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At dusk on a recent evening last month, while all the kids were beginning to get tucked under the covers for a good night’s rest, the deer were still out and ready to play. Seemingly playing a game of “follow the leader”, these four deer took in the sights at the Onanole Elementary School playground. Here’s hoping their parents weren’t waiting up!

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•April 9: Campsites in all areas of Whiteshell Provincial Park, including Betula Lake and West Hawk Lake.

•April 10: Campsites in northern and western campgrounds like Asessippi, Rivers, and Duck Mountain.

•April 11: Remaining campgrounds including Birch Point and St. Malo.

Reservations will start promptly at 7:00 a.m. each day, and online users will enter a virtual waiting room before the opening time. For those who prefer to reserve in person, walk-in bookings will also be available at 1181 Portage Ave. in Winnipeg, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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SMALL TOWNS, BIG DREAMS R ura l en trep ren eur Steve La n gston sa ys tha the believes w ith a little ha rd w ork a sm a ll tow n ca n tur n its fa te a roun d BREN D A HU N TER

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If you think you can’t, you can’t.

According to rural entrepreneur, Steve Langston, mindset is the #1 defining factor as to whether rural communities thrive or dwindle.

“Communities are just like people; sometimes they get depressed, but it doesn’t need to define them. It just means they’re having a bad day.”

It is no surprise that the rural population has been steadily decreasing for years.

Evidence of this is apparent everywhere in small towns, with closures of essential services – banks, hospitals, schools, businesses, and government satellite offices which used to dot the rural landscape. A drive to the nearby city confirms this decline as the population relocates there, resulting in it bursting at the seams with new builds on the outlying perimeters as urban centres stretch and expand.

Remember when the dairy farm on the west end of Brandon was actually in the country?

Many rural communities in Manitoba have been plagued by rural depopulation while others seemingly have held their own, which would

appear to be largely dependent on proximity to urban centres.

According to the last census from 2021, rural population in Manitoba has declined by 1.2% while urban population has increased 7.3%, leaving some communities scratching their heads as to how to attract and keep people in their small towns.

According to Langston, that trend could be reversed, if rural residents take some initiative. He has been instrumental in advocating for rural resurgence and puts his money where his mouth is.

Over the last seven years, he has actively been participating in the repurposing of buildings in his home community of Onanole, as well as several other rural communities such as Erickson, Minnedosa and Sandy Lake. He claims if he can do it, so can you.

“In 2017, my wife and I began to recognize that there was a need for rental properties in our rural communities,” he said about their journey to rural revitalization, “so began purchasing buildings that needed work and rehabilitated them to become important parts of the community. We started with residential homes and have now moved towards commercial and multi-family build-

ings.”

In Langston’s opinion, there are three main factors currently fueling rural resurgence: housing affordability and cost of living; quality of life and safety; and thirdly, better access to high-speed internet and therefore, the world.

It is no secret that housing prices and the cost of living have soared in recent years, particularly in the urban areas. Unfortunately, salaries, in most cases, have not followed suit, making it difficult for families to make ends meet.

“In rural Manitoba, you can often buy a great house for a family, affordably, and often the salaries are not much different than the larger centres,” he said.

The other factor that has made this possible in recent years, is the introduction of high-speed internet to rural communities. Concurrent to that, was the pandemic, which saw technology answer the call for many companies who found creative ways to do business and for some employees to work from home which has spilled over to become life as we know it post-pandemic.

“It is now feasible to live in a small prairie community and connect with business all over the world.”

Perhaps what rural living

is fostering, more than anything, ironically, is a sense of belonging and connection.

Even though there are a vast array of activities, people and access to social opportunities in the city, people are reportedly feeling disconnected more now, than ever. Could it be that the new age of social media, technology and connectivity has robbed people of the basic human need for building relationships? Perhaps it takes the closeness of living in a small town to restore that balance.

“Many people are looking for a slower pace of life,” he said. “Daycare is often easier than in a larger centre. You know your neighbors and people look out for one another.

Which, in turn, makes rural living pretty attractive.”

Inspired by Doug Griffith’s book, 13 Ways to Kill a Community, Langston has taken to heart many of the messages, observations and beliefs that Griffith shares in his book.

“It has made a big impact on my life. It really helps frame the rural advantage and gives you lots to think about to help revitalize your community.”

Langston has seven key takeaways for folks to keep in mind when considering rural revitalization:

•Act as an outsider – look at your community in new and different ways and don’t just accept the status quo.

Identify the needs and barriers based on the demographics of the current residents and/ or the ones you want to attract and keep. What is your community lacking? Where is it thriving? What could work here that might not work in another community and why?

As Langston points out, “It’s easy to walk by the same building or problem every day and just accept it.”

•Work with council and existing government. Like all successful relationships, communication is key. Langston not only developed a good rapport with local government but put his money where his mouth was and became a municipal councillor and Credit Union director. Become involved in your community instead of waiting around for others to take the lead.

•Housing is critical. The cost of purchasing a home in many rural communities is considerably less than purchasing a similar sized home in the city making it an affordable option for families. Also, most small towns have some run down, abandoned, or derelict buildings that may actually have good bones.

Usually that means renovating what’s already there, thinking outside of the box as to what the community needs and/or what the building would be best suited for. For example, they worked with the Catholic Church to acquire the infrastructure in Erickson which had been closed down as a place of worship and turned it into a community hall. Now it is active and vibrant and a great addition to the community as the Good Street Hall.

•Commercial buildings which ties in with the previous point. Many people in a small town have a side-hustle or are entrepreneurs in their own right. They need a space to conduct their business, but either don’t want the hassle of starting from scratch or don’t have the know-how to do the work to get a commercial store-front up and running.

The foresight of people like Langston has solved this by renovating spaces into turnkey commercial properties.

The old Minnedosa Tribune building is a perfect example of repurposing a community landmark building into a shared space suitable for several small businesses in Minnedosa.

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OPINION ‘The cheq ue is in the m ail’

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Thus far, the Shoal Lake Post Office hasn’t had lock boxes broken into and contents stolen, like a number of other area branches did a few months back.

Onanole was among those hit, where a mail box holder made this comment… “Now, I get personal mail delivery, as my lock box was one of the ones damaged.” There were plenty of more like his put out of service until locksmiths made a presence.

What is the reason why a thief (ves) opted to target a host of post offices? And may hit more down the road.

Well, Ken Waddell, owner of the Neepawa Banner & Press, and a great columnist, touching on local issues, approached the subject with the headline “The cheque is in the mail.”

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The old story goes that, “The cheque is in the mail”.

That statement is usually true.

I was perplexed a few weeks ago when we started to hear about Post Office boxes being broken into and contents stolen. I couldn’t fig-

ure out what was to be gained by robbing Post Office boxes. Almost nobody sends cash in the mail these days so I doubted that could be the reason.

Then somebody told me that maybe credit card renewal envelopes were being taken and now that activating a credit card is more automated than it used to be, perhaps that was the reason.

Then about three weeks ago, I was checking our Accounts Receivable and came across an account from a long time local customer that wasn’t paid. That seemed strange, but when I called them, they said, “Oh yes, that was paid”. They checked their records and they had sent us the cheque and it had actually been deposited. The problem is – it had not been deposited by us – so who did

deposit the cheque? The customer went to their banking institution and found out the cheque had been deposited to an account but not ours. It had been deposited to an account at a bank where we don’t have an account.

That was a mystery, but by asking at my banking institution and at the one where the cheque was deposited, this is what we think happened. The cheque was stolen from our mail box at Canada Post. It was deposited by way of a night deposit at the bank, not to the “thief’s” account but to another person’s account where the “thief” had gained access.

As soon as it was deposited, they could withdraw cash. I presume there would have been a cash withdrawal limit on the account, but there would be nothing stopping

the “thief” from going back the next day and the next and withdrawing the limit again. If the real account holder didn’t check their account or go over their statement at the end of the month, they might never know that money went in and out of their account. If the “thief” was smart, and we have to assume they are, then they would be careful to never withdraw more than the total value of the cheque or cheques they deposited.

That way, the affected account wouldn’t look like it was out of balance by very much at the end of the month.

Now, here’s the kicker. I have verified with at least three banking people that cheque fraud is rampant and that there is a “theft ring” operating in Western Mani-

toba. Isn’t that comforting to know?

I was also told that the RCMP are on it but, I assume it will be difficult to prove for sure. I believe bank machines are protected by surveillance cameras. In contrast, there are many Post Offices that have been broken into but Post Offices apparently don’t have security cameras.

I find all this very upsetting. It’s not that we don’t have enough to worry about with everything else that is going on in the world. I was told by a banker that the RCMP are looking into this and many other problems. I was so frustrated that I muttered, it would be best for the “thief or thieves” if the RCMP catch them before I did.

F e de ra l go ve rn m e n t re ve rs e s co u rs e o n ca p ita l ga in s e xe m p tio n s The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CFT) welcomes the reversal of the government’s proposed capital gains tax hike and is calling on all party leaders to commit to further tax relief.

“The government should never have attempted to hit Canadians with this financial sucker punch,” said Franco Terrazzano, CTF Federal Director. “This government is finally cleaning

Op inion up its own mess, but it owes an apology to doctors, entrepreneurs, accountants and people saving for their retirement for all of the uncertainty and costs inflicted by this failed policy.”

The CTF filed a lawsuit against the government and its illegal and undemocratic capital gains tax hike. One

week later, the government announced it would delay the tax increase until 2026.

Now the federal government has officially canceled the tax hike.

The federal government proposed a capital gains tax increase in Budget 2024. It would have cost taxpayers $6.9 billion this year.

However, the government failed to introduce, debate, pass or proclaim the neces-

sary legislation. The Canada Revenue Agency repeatedly stated its intension to collect the tax even without legislative authority. The CTF’s court challenge argues that it’s unconstitutional to collect a tax without a vote in the House of Commons.

The government has now announced it “will cancel the proposed hike in the capital gains inclusion rate.”

“The government tried to squeeze Canadians for as much money as it could get away with, but Canadians fought back and forced the government to back down from its capital gains tax hike,” Terrazzano said.

“Cleaning up its own mess by reversing a tax increase is not enough, Canadians and our economy need massive tax cuts.”

A report from the C.D.

Howe Institute estimated the capital gains tax increase would result in 414,000 fewer jobs and shrink Canada’s GDP by nearly $90 billion.

Canada ranks 31 out of 38 OECD countries on individual tax competitiveness, and 26th on business tax competitiveness, according to the Tax Foundation. Canada ranks behind the U.S. on both measures.

T rudea u collecting tw o p ensions w orth $8.4 m illion The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on all party leaders to commit to ending the second pension for prime ministers.

“Taxpayers can’t afford to pay for all of the perks in Ottawa and the government should start saving money by ending the prime minister’s second taxpayer-funded pension,” said Franco Terrazzano, CTF Federal Director.

“Prime ministers already take a salary nearly six times more than the average Canadian and they already get a

Op inion lucrative MP pension, so taxpayers shouldn’t be on the hook for a second pension for prime ministers.”

Trudeau will collect two taxpayer-funded pensions in retirement. Combined, those pensions total $8.4 million, according to CTF estimates.

First, there’s the MP pension.

The payouts for Trudeau’s MP pension will begin at $141,000 per year when he

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Then there’s the prime minister’s pension.

“A prime minister who holds the Office of the Prime Minister for at least four years is entitled to receive a special retirement allowance in addition to their Members of Parliament pension benefit,” according to the Government of Canada.

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The payouts for Trudeau’s prime minister pension will begin at $73,000 per year when he turns 67 years old. It will total an estimated $1.9 million should he live to the age of 90.

Add the $6.5-million MP pension to the $1.9-million prime minister’s pension and Trudeau will collect a total of about $8.4 million.

The prime minister’s current annual salary is $406,200.

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Nevertheless, the CTF estimates Harper’s lifetime pensions will total about $7 million.

“A prime minister already takes millions through their first pension, they shouldn’t be billing taxpayers more for their second pension,” Terrazzano said. “Taxpayers need to see leadership at the top and all party leaders should commit to ending the second pension for future prime ministers.”

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WILD PIG PROGRESS

Sq uea l on P igs M a n itoba issues p ositive up da tes on its successes m a n a gin g the threa tof in va sive fer a l Sw in e D O N ALD BERGER So uth M o unta in Pre ss

Manitoba’s Squeal on Pigs team has issued its year-end report, noting that 2024 has been a pivotal year with significant strides in combating the wild pig issue. Considerable progress has been made in managing wild pig populations, and their spread has been substantially reduced thanks to their dedication and scientific methods.

In terms of local news, there are no confirmed wild swine breeding population near Minnedosa, Shoal Lake, or Riding Mountain National Park. While we can celebrate this status, The Squeal on Pigs goal remains clear: “The aim is to eradicate this invasive threat to protect our environment and agriculture.

Continued community vigilance is essential as we work together towards a healthier ecosystem!”

Dr. Wayne Lees, coordinator, and Devon Baete, Field Operations Manager of Squeal on Pigs Manitoba, explained that wild pigs are also known as Eurasian wild boar, feral hogs, and invasive swine. In Manitoba, wild pigs can include any pigs not confined to an owner’s property. The main concern is the invasive Eurasian wild boar, which was imported for domesticated meat production, but the pigs escaped or were released due to inefficient growth and poor economic results. They warn that the invasive wild pigs have destroyed fields overnight, uprooted crops, displaced wildlife, and pose risks to livestock and human safety.

Wild pigs are proven carriers of over 50 viruses, bacteria, and parasites, many of which pose serious threats to livestock, wildlife, and even humans. African Swine Fever (ASF), Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), swine brucellosis, and tuberculosis are among the most concerning. During colder months, pigs have been observed bedding with cattle, increasing the risk of crossspecies disease and parasites like Trichinella transmission.

Their ability to roam vast distances makes them a high-risk threat to Manitoba’s pork and cattle industries and economy.

degree, Manitoba’s winter.

While individual sightings remain sporadic and confirmed sightings even less, the risk of pigs establishing a foothold is still a concern and requires a concerted partnership of Federal and Provincial governments, non-government organizations, landowners, and the public.

“These invasive swine are incredibly adaptable,” says Dr. Lees. “They travel up to 20 kilometres a day searching for food, and if threatened, they can cover 30 kilometres in a single night. Without aggressive intervention, their range could expand.”

Canada has made significant strides in its wild pig control initiatives over the past few years. Each province has developed its own wild pig control program, with national coordination efforts supported by Animal Health Canada. It’s of interest to observe the unique characteristics of Manitoba’s wild pigs compared to their U.S. counterparts. They tend to forage on natural feeds, are more mobile, and often stay in smaller groups, which makes them more elusive. This uniqueness underscores the need for adaptable trapping techniques to address the challenges they present effectively.

N E W ST R AT E GIE S AN D T E CH N O L O GY The First Canadian Wild

Pig Summit held in Brandon in April of 2024 was a major event bringing together national and international experts. The March 2025 workshop on wild pig control emphasized advanced surveillance and removal strategies to curb the spread. Trapping remains the most effective removal method, with new baiting techniques increasing success rates. Environmental DNA (eDNA) testing, a cutting-edge approach developed in Manitoba that identifies pig activity through water samples, is being expanded to pinpoint pig presence without requiring direct sightings. Researchers are also exploring collaring and tracking technology to better understand movement patterns, home ranges, and overall population dynamics.

The results of Manitoba Squeal on Pigs efforts have been promising. In 2022, there were 127 reported sightings and 122 pigs removed. This number increased to 156 sightings and 127 removals in 2023, and by 2024, we achieved 140 sightings with 204 pigs removed. Monthly, they connect with an average of 150 landowners, with around 100 cameras and have 25 to 30 traps actively in operation. The Squeal on Pigs program has significantly improved detection and eradication through thermal imaging drones, which are now used to track pigs in heavily wooded areas.

Over 100 trail cameras monitor high-risk zones, providing near-continuous updates on pig movements.

A key takeaway from the workshop was the importance of using scientifically proven removal strategies. Hunting, often mistaken as a viable control method, is ineffective.

The data is precise: hunting effectively only removes about 12.5% of pigs per encounter, but trapping showcases an impressive 82% removal rate for entire groups, or sounders, on the first attempt. Dr. Lees explains, “This method increases the likelihood of capturing any pigs missed on the first attempt. We use fermented corn as bait, aiming to trap the entire group at once.

While we don’t always catch them all, the key is that trapping most of them doesn’t scatter the rest – they tend to stay in the area. Often, within a day or two, we can successfully capture the remaining pigs.” Dr. Lees also indicates that when pigs sense hunting pressure, they display adaptive behaviour, becoming more nocturnal and elusive.

Despite these advancements, challenges remain.

Manitoba’s cold winters and rough terrain make consistent surveillance difficult, and poor cell service complicates remote tracking. Still, these new technologies have significantly improved control efforts. The weather also works in our province’s favour as a

natural piglet culling method.

These initiatives reflect a remarkable collaboration among various organizations, emphasizing the importance of public outreach and awareness.

The collective goal is to control the spread of wild pigs and ultimately eradicate them.

One recurring question is whether Manitoba’s natural predators – bears, wolves, and coyotes – can help keep wild pig numbers in check. Research suggests otherwise.

Pigs are aggressive and highly defensive, with sows fiercely protecting their piglets and boars capable of inflicting serious injuries on would-be predators. Because Manitoba’s natural predators do not control wild pig numbers, human intervention through coordinated trapping remains the only viable solution.

CO L L ABO R AT IO N IS K E Y Successful wild pig control relies on broad cooperation among stakeholders. Squeal on Pigs Manitoba works closely with First Nations and Metis communities, landowners, and provincial and federal agencies. Parks Canada has also increased its involvement to ensure no wild pigs can establish a presence in national parks. Squeal on Pigs Manitoba receives funding from the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership and acknowledges the contributions of the Governments of Canada and the Province of Manitoba. It also receives inkind support and funding from Manitoba Pork.

Public engagement remains crucial. Landowners and farmers are the first line of defense, and every reported sighting contributes to more effective removal efforts.

Squeal on Pigs has heatsensing drones, trail cameras, and traps for installation, comonitoring, and pig removal for landowners on confirmed sightings to support this collaboration. Dr. Lees explains, “When we engage with landowners who have a problem, we set up a trap and provide them with access to a trail camera that monitors the trap. This way, they can see what’s happening in real-time.

Many landowners choose to help us by checking the trap

or removing the pigs, making it a collaborative effort. The cameras are all cell phoneenabled, so they can easily check for activity on their phones. Once the pigs are removed, we take our equipment back.”

IDE N T IF Y IN G W IL D PIG ACT IVIT Y Recognizing the signs of wild pig presence is crucial for early detection and control. Wild pigs leave distinct tracks, similar to deer, but with a rounded, wider shape and blunt toes. Their rooting behaviour is one of the most noticeable signs – large patches of overturned soil where pigs dig for roots, insects, and grubs. Another key indicator is wallowing areas near water sources, where pigs roll in mud to cool off.

Droppings resemble those of a large dog but are more segmented. If you notice trampled vegetation, broken corn stalks, or disturbed pastures, wild pigs may be present.

Landowners should immediately report any suspected wild pig activity to Squeal on Pigs Manitoba to assist with tracking and containment efforts.

Spring is the peak season for wild pig movement and reproduction, making vigilance especially important. As the snow melts, pigs move into croplands, river valleys, and thawed forests, searching for food. This is also when sows give birth, leading to rapid population increases. Residents should watch for signs such as rooting damage, tracks, and droppings to prevent wild pigs from gaining a foothold in the region.

Experts’ message is clear: Eradication is possible only with decisive action. Hunting alone is not the answer – scientific, large-scale trapping efforts must take priority. Landowners and farmers should secure food sources such as grain bins and compost piles to reduce attractants. Most importantly, reporting sightings remains essential to tracking and eliminating wild pigs before they establish a permanent presence.

For more information or to report sightings, visit www.squealonpigsmb.org or call 1-833-SPOT-PIG.

T H E GO O D N E W S The most recent mapping data reveals that the largest concentration in Spruce Woods has not seen the exponential population explosion previously thought possible.

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Ea stm a n cla im s U18 F em a le cha m p ion ship w hile the W in n ip eg W ild p ull off up set a ga in st Bra n don in U18 M a le fin a ls The Eastman Selects needed double overtime in game five to win the Manitoba U18 Female AAA Hockey League championship over the Winnipeg Avros.

The hard-fought series saw the Selects jump out to a 2-0 series lead before the Avros fought back to force game five.

Sophia Heidinger scored

in double overtime for the Selects. Danyel Heppner tied the score in the second period, after Cali Lavalee had given the Avros a 1-0 first period lead.

Eastman will now face the Saskatoon Stars in a best of three series to determine who will represent the two provinces at the Esso Cup National U18 Female champion-

ship in Lloydminster, AB from April 20-26.

U 18 M AL E AAA The Winnipeg Wild upset the Brandon Wheat Kings in the Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League final by sweeping the best of five series.

The Wheat Kings finished first in the regular season fol-

lowed by the Wild.

The Wild won the first two games in the series by scores of 6-1 and 6-3 before wrapping up the series with a 4-3 overtime win in Brandon.

The Wild will participate in the Telus Cup Regional Playdowns in Kenora, ON this weekend, with the winner advancing to the national championship in Chilliwack,

BC from April 21-26.

U 15 F E M AL E AAA The Central Plains Capitals forced game five in the Manitoba U15 Female AAA Hockey League championship series with a 5-1 win over the Eastman Selects in Portage la Prairie on Sunday, March 30.

The Capitals, who finished fifth in the regular season,

opened the series with a 3-2 overtime win. The Selects, who were second overall in the regular season, evened the series with a 3-2 double overtime win.

Eastman skated to a 4-1 victory on Saturday, March 29.

The champion will be crowned in Landmark on Wednesday, April 2.

W h ea t K ings Vincent M a ssey w ins h igh sch ool title look for better results in Virden The Brandon Wheat Kings are behind the eight ball in the Western Hockey League playoffs.

The Wheaties dropped the first two games of their Eastern Conference quarter-final series with Lethbridge Hurricanes in Alberta over the weekend.

Games three and four were slated for Virden on Tuesday, April 1 and Wednesday, April 2.

Game five, if necessary, would be in Lethbridge on Friday, April 4, with a possible game six in Virden on Sunday, April 6. Game seven, if needed, would be in Lethbridge on Tuesday, April 8.

L E T H BR IDGE 4 BR AN DO N 3 Brayden Yager scored two goals as the Hurricanes edged the Wheat Kings 4-3 in game two on Saturday, March 29.

Miguel Marques and Carsen Adair had the other goals for the hosts, who led 3-2 after 40 minutes. The first period was scoreless.

Replying for the Wheat Kings were Marcus Nguyen, Nicholas Johnson and Matteo Michels.

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The Vikings finished the regular season and the playoffs with a perfect 40-0-0 record.

On the consolation side, the Glenboro-CarberryBaldur Wildcats claimed the title after defeating the Crocus Plains Plainsmen in the

final game of their best of three matchup.

The Wildcats won the opener 1-0, but then lost 3-2 in game two. Game three, played in Brandon on Wednesday, March 26, saw the Wildcats score an 8-5 win.

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Jackson Unger stopped 25 shots in the Lethbridge net, with Carson Bjarnason making 22 saves for Brandon.

L E T H BR IDGE 6 BR AN DO N 3 Leo Braillard scored twice as the Hurricanes doubled the Wheat Kings 6-3 in game one in on Friday, March 28.

Shane Smith, Kooper Gizowski, Anthony Wilson and Vojtech Port added singles for the hosts.

Nolan Flamand, Dylan Ronald and Roger McQueen tallied for the Wheat Kings, who trailed 2-1 and 5-3 at the intermissions.

Jackson Unger made 32 saves in goal for Lethbridge.

Carson Bjarnson, who was pulled from the game after the sixth Hurricanes goal, and Ethan Eskit combined to make 40 stops for Brandon.

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Moosomin: The WorldSpectator – Formerly part of the Anglican Gateway Parish, St. Mark’s Community Church in Fleming is reopening after several years of closure, as a non-denominational community church with the first service on Easter Sunday. The church was built in 1895 with St. Mark’s discontinuing services in 2016. At that time it was turned over to the town of Fleming by the diocese, which then turned the church over to a community group.

Boissevain: The Recorder – A retired engineer from Manitoba’s transportation department is using information from Boissevain-Morton municipality to teach others how to best build and maintain gravel roads. Now a consultant, Brian Little, toured the municipality last summer and told council he believed they were doing the best they could and were doing it the right way. Little is using the municipality as an example of best practices.

Moosomin: The WorldSpectator – Among Moosomin’s vast array of businesses is Borderland Co-op’s new 30,000 square foot grocery store, which opened its doors on March 13. Jason Schenn, CEO, says plans for the new store, which employs around 85 people, began in November 2023.

Pilot Mound: The Hometown View – Nicolas Jobin of St. Claude was the recipient of the Redboine Watershed District’s Watershed Award for 2025. The award recognizes outstanding contributions and the significant impact he continues to have on the sandy landscape. Currently Nicolas and wife Leanna, along with their four young children, operate a large-scale ranch with cow/calf and backgrounding operations, focusing on regenerative pasture and land practices.

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Neepawa: The Banner & Press – The band program at William Morton Collegiate Institute in Gladstone received quite the boost recently. That boost came in the form of approximately $16,000 in donations including $12,000 from Gladstone Legion Branch #110. The funds will be used for the purpose of acquiring additional instruments for the program, as well as replacing old instruments that are due for retirement. Band teacher Sean Goerzen said student numbers involved has nearly doubled since he started at the school three years ago.

Boissevain: The Recorder – Feeling music is a gift to share, Ken Cheyne, currently playing with the Country Four, in southern Manitoba, is being inducted into the Builder category of the Manitoba Fiddlers Association Wall of Fame celebrations on April 27 in Carman. The category recognizes individuals who have given extensively of their time and talent to the development and promotion of fiddle music in their community. Cheyne has been recording all the music jams and dances that he has attended since the early 1990s, and sends the recordings to WCGTV in Brandon to be televised in towns within the Westman region.

Yorkton: This Week – The long-time Notre Dame Hounds, who have played out of Wilcox, SK since 1987, have been granted permission to move the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League team to Warman, SK. The small but fast growing city is just north of Saskatoon.

Whitewood: Grasslands News – From herd and fence work, to reining and steer cutting, Erin Taormino did it all in stride aboard a horse named Hazardous Material to become the World’s Greatest Horseman champion in Fort Worth, TX. Taormino, who became the first woman to win the title, grew up on a grain farm outside Grenfell, SK where her parents, Dave and Wendy Schlamo, still reside.

Boissevain: The Recorder – Looking at consistent growth over the next decades, Souris-Glenwood municipality is moving forward on a development plan, which will put the emphasis on housing development (smaller homes for first-time home buyers and seniors) as a future priority.

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Then, once you’re overweight or obese and/or have Type 2 diabetes, metabolic changes impact your brain’s function-ing. One study found

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What’s the message in all this? Do everything you can to maintain insulin sensitivity.

The Cleveland Clinic says the winning trifecta is physical activity, eating a nutrientrich diet and shedding excess

weight. And the Yale School of Medicine says their research shows restricting calorie intake to 1,200 a day (so you lose about 10% of your body weight) can reverse liver insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. The new GLP-1 agonist medications are also lifechanging. And one other cool trick: A study in Nutrients says eating 100 calories worth of mangos a day improves insulin sensitivity if you’re overweight or obese.

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Micronutrients include water-soluble vitamins C and all eight of the Bs and fatsoluble A, E, D and K. They fuel everything that goes on in your body.

Trace minerals include iron, manganese, copper, zinc, iodine, fluoride and selenium.

They support creation of hormones, help supply oxygen to muscles, protect bone and teeth health, and promote brain, thyroid, immune and nervous systems function.

A study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that about 45% of folks your age and older were deficient in vitamin C; 55% in vitamin K. Across all ages, around 20% of participants were deficient in vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and 26% had inadequate vitamin D levels. So, do you need to take a supplement or can you get what you need from food? We say yes to both.

The interaction of nutrients in foods delivers a potent dose of health-promoting benefits. Everyone should aim for seven or more servings daily of fruits and vegetables, at least two servings of 100% whole grains, and lean protein from salmon, skinless poultry, beans, nuts, tofu and low-fat dairy.

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Remember that it is not a good idea to do catch up pruning but instead to do a little bit each year. Do not remove more than one third of the canopy in any given year.

If you have any trees or shrubs that need moving, then as long as the soil is not too wet but is fully thawed then this is a good time to do this rather big chore. The buds have not yet burst so moving anything at this time will be the least risky time of all. Better yet, anything you move will have the entire growing season to get reestablished.

Rake your lawn areas if they are dry enough. It is amazing how this small chore really spruces up the landscape. It seems that the grass areas turn green overnight once they have some of that thatch removed. It is a bit early to fertilize with conventional inorganic fertilizers as that will encourage fast green growth that is susceptible to late spring frosts.

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As the snow recedes and the soil dries, it is a great time to clean up the borders. Take away any dead plant parts, dig out any offending dandelions that seem to be already so green but take some time to ponder what is coming up. I find that each spring I get a few surprises. Things seem to be sprouting in places where you can’t quite remember planting something! I guess that is what we call a “spring bonus”!

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Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.mcna.com.

Urgent Press Releases. Have a newsworthy item to announce? An exciting change in operations?

Though we cannot guarantee publication, MCNA will get the information into the right hands for only $35 plus GST. Call Manitoba Community Newspapers Association 204-947-1691 for more information, See www.mcna.com under the ‘Types of Advertising’ tab for more details.

Are you disappointed with the timely delivery of your local newspaper by Canada Post? Let’s all advocate for better service by call-

ing the customer service line at 1866-607-6301 or 1-800-267-1177 to make your complaint. According to Canada Post Local should take 3 days, Provincial should receive their papers within 3 to 5 days and Nationally (out of province) should receive their papers between 4 and 8 days.

Invest in advertising. The cost of advertising is small when you think of the number of people who will potentially attend your event simply because they saw your ad in the newspaper. If the cost of advertising is covered by just two or three admissions to your event, any additional guests you welcome is money in your pocket. Advertising does not cost, it pays! Call Michelle at 204-759-2644 ext. 1.

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ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

MECHANIC (Licensed Trade) SCHOOL BUSES AND FLEET VEHICLES

Riding M ountain PC Association

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL M EETING fo rthe ye a re nd ing D e c .31, 2024

Via Zoom & Tele-C onference

M onday,April21

7:00 p.m .

All c o nstitue nc y PC m e m b e rs in go o d sta nd ing w ho w ish to pa rtic ipa te , a re a ske d to re giste rb y N o o n, W e d ne sd a y, April 16 b y c o nta c ting Jud y Snitynsky, 204-773-6347

Full Time - Permanent 8 hours per day • Monday - Friday 12 months per year The position is based at a central garage / shop in Minnedosa, MB with 2.5 FTE Mechanics who maintain a fleet of 40 school buses and 15 fleet vehicles.

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Staff 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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Rural revitalization can b e achieved •Make your banker your friend. Build a good rapport with a trusted financial institution and provide detailed business plans and projected profit and loss statements to help secure funding to get your revitalization project off the ground.

•Stay positive! There will

from p age 3 be setbacks even with the most well thought out plan and it will be tempting to throw in the towel when the going gets tough. Be resilient and remember that Rome was not built in a day.

•Consider a social enterprise as a way to give back and build the community at the same time. One of the Langston’s projects was establishing the SCORE store in Erickson which is a volunteer-run, second-hand store on Main Street which was opened during the pan-

demic. It has revitalized the business sector in that town, with 50 percent of the profits going towards economic development. As a result, it has driven $1 million into the community economy and has had a trickle effect, bringing 100 percent occupancy to Main Street in Erickson.

Rural revitalization can be achieved. All it takes is the right mindset and determination to make it happen.

In Doug Griffith’s own words: “I believe success is possible. In fact, I believe we are going to see a resurgence of our rural communities, at least in those that want it,

R CM P m a ke a rrest a fter w eekend sh ooting On March 30, The Pas RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence on Settee Avenue. When officers arrived on scene, they were directed to the basement of the home where they discovered two males, one suffering from a serious gunshot wound. Police immediately began administering critical first aid to the victim until EMS arrived. The other male was arrested at the scene without incident. The 16-yearold victim was transported by EMS to hospital in critical condition, and later transported to Winnipeg where his condition has since been upgraded to stable. The victim and suspect were known to each other, and there is no threat to the community.

RCMP have remanded and

charged a 24-year-old male, from The Pas with the following: Attempted Murder, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Possession of Firearm when knowing Possession Unauthorized, Weapons Possession Contrary to Order x2, Careless Use of a Firearm, Pointing a Firearm x2. The Pas RCMP and Forensic Identification Services continue to investigate.

On March 28, officers from Little Grand Rapids RCMP received a report of a singlevehicle rollover that occurred on the Fishing Lake winter ice road. Little Grand Rapids RCMP, along with Pauingassi First Nation Safety Officers, attended to the scene and were advised that the two occupants of the vehicle, who were not wearing seatbelts, were transported to the Nursing Station with life-

threatening injuries. Upon arrival at the Nursing Station, officers learned that the 43year-old male passenger had been pronounced deceased and that the 41-year-old male driver was going to be lifeflighted to Winnipeg in critical condition. He was later upgraded to stable. Little Grand Rapids RCMP, with assistance of a Forensic Collision Reconstructionist, continue to investigate.

want to work for it, and are willing to change their old way of doing things and their old mindsets. Not all will survive or prosper, but the ones that are willing to work for it will grow.”

Brenda Hunter is a freelance writer based out of Virden, MB.

Municipality of Harrison Park

2025 FINANCIAL PLAN PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act, that the Council of the Municipality of Harrison Park intends to present its 2025 Financial Plan at a public hearing: WHERE: Harrison Park Municipal Office 43 Gateway Street, Onanole, MB WHEN: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the Financial Plan.

MEMBER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SUPERVISOR POSITION ERICKSON, MB

Compass Credit Union is currently looking for a candidate to fill the role of Member Service Representative Supervisor for a Full Time Position at our Erickson Branch.

The Position Reporting to the Branch Manager, the successful candidate will lead the Member Service Department, empowering and guiding our frontline team to maximize every referral and sales opportunity and to offer outstanding and professional service to both members and non members alike.

As a supervisor in the fast paced world of sales and service, one of the most critical responsibilities is leading a team effectively. Balancing targets with fostering a positive, productive environment requires a clear understanding of leadership, a commitment to service excellence, and a focus on cultivating a culture of advice and mentorship.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, overseeing daily deposit activities, managing cash and non cash transactions, handling member ATM, online, and card requests, responding to member inquiries, and analyzing their needs to recommend the most suitable products and services.

Duties also include, but are not limited to, opening member accounts: Personal, Business, Organizational, Corporate and Estate accounts, and completing registered account transactions and processing.

The Person: As part of the team the successful candidate will work well under pressure, demonstrate attention to detail and excel in delivering exceptional member service. They will possess strong communication, organizational, problem solving and decision making skills.

Experience/Education: The successful applicant will possess a Grade 12 diploma with a minimum 2 3 years in member service and/or cash handling experience. 1 3 years of related experience with direct supervisory and or previous Credit Union experience would be considered an asset. Applicants with a combination of other equivalent education and work experience may be considered.

The Credit Union Compass Credit Union, formerly Crocus Credit Union and Erickson Credit Union, have two branches in Brandon, one in Erickson as well as a majority interest in an Insurance Agency.

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience.

Please send resume and covering letter, in confidence, by Monday April 14, 2025 to: Monica Lambourne ACUIC, FCUIC, ABL, ACRML Branch Manager Compass Credit Union Limited 24 Main Street – P.O. Box 100 Erickson, MB R0J 0P0 Email: monica.lambourne@compasscu.ca www.compasscu.ca • careers@compasscu.ca

Copies of the proposed financial plan and the procedures to be followed at the hearing are available upon request at the Municipal Office, 43 Gateway Street, Onanole, MB during regular business hours.

Questions and remarks may also be directed by letter to the Chief Administrative Officer or through our email address at admin@harrisonpark.ca.

Dated this 4th day of April, 2025.

Chad Davies, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Harrison Park Phone: 204 848 7614

Municipality of Clanwilliam Erickson

2025 FINANCIAL PLAN PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of the Municipal Act, the Council of the Municipality of Clanwilliam Erickson intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year 2025 at a public hearing.

WHERE: Municipal Office of Clanwilliam Erickson Council Chambers, Erickson, MB WHEN:

April 24, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

The public hearing will be streamed online via Zoom and participants will be able to make a representation or ask a question through this platform. The link to participate in the hearing either online or by phone will be posted on the municipal website at www.ericksonmb.ca.

The purpose of the hearing is to allow any interested person to make a representation, ask questions or register an objection.

Copies of the financial plan are available for review.

Questions and comments can be sent to the Chief Administrative Officer in advance of the public hearing to cao@ericksonmb.ca or Box 40, Erickson, MB R0J 0P0.

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Ethelbert, MB Farm Retirement Auction for Larry Stratuliak - CLOSES APRIL 23rd -JD 9600 combine, ONLY 1689 sep hrs -2- 1980 Versatile 875 tractors, -JD 4555 2wd with JD 280 FEL -JD 6400 MFW A tractor & loader -JD 4020 diesel tractor -JD 2510 gas,with Cancade FEL -1999 International Eagle tandem truck, SAFETIED -2003 W estward 9250 Swather with MacDon 912, 14' MO-CO -MacDon 972, 25' header -W illmar 8100 90' SP sprayer, Trimble EZ Steer -MF 850 combine -40' Bourgault 8810 air drill, 5200 tank -28' Bourgault 100 seeder with 2115 tank -Degelman Straw Master 7000, 50' heavy harrows

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