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M a n ito b a go ve rn m e n t m a rks o n e ye a r o f p ro gre s s workers in its first fiscal year; •cutting the provincial gas tax to help Manitobans save 14 cents a litre when they go to the pump; •delivering on a universal school nutrition program, rolled out at the beginning of this school year, to help every child in Manitoba get the food they need to focus; •hiring more than 630 educators across the province; •ending chronic homelessness by housing 1,100 people who were living in encampments, shelters and transitional housing; •searching the landfill for the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran, with a detailed phased work plan in place, job positions posted and construction of a search facility underway; and taking steps to grow the economy including delivering a new energy policy for the province and strengthening trade ties with the U.S. by appointing Gary Doer as the premier’s advisor on trade, which helped add thousands of new jobs including 3,100 new jobs added in June 2024 alone.

“We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished so far, but we’re excited to keep moving forward on these commitments and the other promises we’ve made to Manitobans,” said Kinew. “We’re happy to work together to build a Manitoba that is strong and free.”

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The Manitoba government is marking one year of progress on the things that matter most to Manitobans, like fixing health care and making life more affordable for families, Premier Wab Kinew announced alongside members of the government caucus.

“This past year has been an amazing privilege. Our government has seen the best of Manitobans,” said Kinew.

“One year ago, I said that government can’t take the first step – every person must want to do that on their own. But I committed that, should you decide to take that step, our government will be there to meet you, with healthy food for every child, with quality health care for every patient and with a safe place to call home for every person. Today, on our anniversary, I hope Manitobans see progress on these promises and continue to believe our government has their back.”

The government was elected on Oct. 3, 2023, and the cabinet was sworn in on Oct. 18. Since then, the province has made significant progress on the commitments made to Manitobans in ministerial mandate letters, noted Kinew.

The premier shared highlights of the government’s progress on top provincial issues: •adding 873 net new healthcare workers, significant progress towards the province’s commitment to hire 1,000 new

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A TIME TO REFLECT

Crea tin g a m ea n in gful celebra tion this Tha n ksgivin g w ith a ckn ow ledgm en tof our p a st a n d a resp ect for the future D O N ALD BERGER So uth M o unta in Pre ss

The observation and honouring of the National Truth and Reconciliation Day and the celebration of our Canadian Thanksgiving Day are strategically close in time, within mere weeks of each other.

Respectfully, Thanksgiving can be a source of tension for First Nations people in our community. The arrival of settlers and colonization brought profound disruption to Indigenous ways of life, leading to the loss of land, culture, and lives.

It’s important to recognize that, while settlers and Indigenous peoples may have shared harvests and knowledge, these relationships were often overshadowed by violence and displacement.

Despite this, the incredible resilience we all have as humans, we are naturally drawn towards peace, reconciliation, and betterment.

Thanksgiving can serve as a moment to reflect not only on our own lives but also on the deeper history of this land. Before settlers arrived, Indigenous peoples had long practiced giving thanks for

the harvest, with seasonal communal feasts, prayers, and ceremonies tied to the land and its abundance. Just as birds migrate and squirrels stockpile in preparation for winter, so too did these ancient celebrations give reverence to the cycles of nature and the changing seasons.

As we gather to give thanks this year, there is an opportunity to introduce critical thoughts about what Thanksgiving means today.

Can it be reframed as a moment of gratitude not only for abundance but for the spirited resilience and contributions of our First Nations people, the Metis, their ancestors and our shared mother earth?

It’s time to make this celebration one that includes all Canadians and all aspects of our land, sea, and skies, through mutual respect, support, and learning.

SU PPO R T IN G L O CAL AN D E T H ICAL CH O ICE S For many, Thanksgiving dinner centers around a roasted turkey. Indigenous peoples sustainably harvested wild turkey long before settlers arrived. Unfortunately, over-harvesting dur-

ing colonization brought wild turkeys close to extinction.

Through conservation efforts, they have since been reintroduced, a reminder of how exploitation of land and resources can have perilous consequences, and how irrepressible we can be as humans in making amends.

Today, we have the opportunity to approach Thanksgiving meals with greater care and respect. Consider buying your turkey from Canadian prairie-based cooperatives like Granny’s and Lilydale brands that are carried in local stores. These Canadian co-ops raise freerun, ethically raised turkeys without antibiotics or growth hormones, supporting our local farmers and ensuring a stronger local economy through sustainable practices. Also, consider sharing stories, with the young, about why we eat turkey for Thanksgiving.

CO O K IN G T IPS F R O M A CH E F As a chef with experience roasting thousands of turkeys, I have a few tips to share that will get you on your way to a perfect Thanksgiving meal.

Fresh is Better Fresh turkeys retain more moisture than frozen ones, making for juicier meat. If you must use a frozen bird, defrost it slowly in the refrigerator to avoid drying it out.

Separate the Pieces Roasting the legs and wings separately from the breast ensures all parts are cooked evenly. Rub with lots of melted butter, seasoning salt, pepper, and poultry spice before roasting.

Low and S low Roast at a low temperature (280 – 300°F) for optimal tenderness till the internal temperature is 165°F. Resting the turkey after cooking for at least 30 minutes locks in juices and enhances flavour.

This will brown and crisp the skin just fine, and not burn the bones, chopped onions and carrots the turkey sets on during roasting for the gravy.

Gravy After roasting, use the drippings to make a simple but delicious gravy by combining flour, stock, and season well over low heat till thickened. Gravy should be pureed in the blender or passed through a strainer.

C ranberry Sauce

Fresh cranberries, brown sugar, fine minced whole seedless mandarine orange and spices like ginger and cinnamon make a tangy, festive sauce. Add a touch of balsamic vinegar or port wine for depth.

S tuffing Save leftover bread and combine it with buttersautéed chopped bacon, minced onions, and fresh or dried herbs like sage, rosemary, parsley and thyme (poultry seasoning works fine too) for a fragrant, hearty stuffing. Stuffing is safer cooked separately, time saving and just as tasty.

Indigenous-Inspired S ide D ishes Honour Indigenous traditions by serving dishes like wild rice salad or Three Sisters Soup – made from corn, beans, and squash. These ingredients are tied to the agricultural practices of Indigenous peoples and can add a deeper connection to the land.

CR E AT IN G A M E AN IN GF U L AT M O SPH E R E Thanksgiving is not just about the food, it’s about the atmosphere and the stories shared around the table.

To ensure a fondly memo-

rable experience, try making a rule to put away smartphones and devices, set a beautiful, colourful fall table with a mindful playlist of background music inclusive of the guests at the table, assign seats to encourage conversation, and savour the aromas of roasting turkey and pies.

As we enjoy our feast with family and friends, let us also take a moment to honour the deeper historical context of Thanksgiving and the importance of reconciliation. With an inclusive mindset, this day can become a celebration of abundance, resilience, and mutual understanding, helping to heal the wounds of the past while building a brighter future for all.

As Thanksgiving is the time when family and friends gather, it is such a perfect opportunity to share stories, pass down some history to educate our younger generations. This opportunity to be respectful can interlace fun while imparting sustainable practices, nutrition, and truthful history inclusive of all the wonderful diversity our universe contains.

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Ca na da ’s h istory dish es up interesting fa cts From wild weather to odd prime ministers, Canada’s amazing history is full of the comic, the tragic, and the just plain, writes Barbara Smith, author of “Bathroom Book of Canadian History”.

Pretty much anytime, anywhere in Canada, the weather has been an important part of the nation’s history. Here are some facts…

Rain, Rain, It’ll Soon Go Away – By 1932, the terrible effects of the Great Depression had hit the Canadian prairies.

The dreadful drought, however, was still in the not-too-distant future.

As a matter of fact, on April 22, 1932, it was pouring rain in and around the town of Elgin in western Manitoba. After a while, the rainstorm became a thunderstorm. Lightning slashed through the dark skies. One bolt hit and killed a flock of 52 geese.

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Killer Heat – In 1936, the Great Depression was wreaking havoc on the lives of average Canadians.

Then Mother Nature added a onetwo punch – no rain, and in early July, a record setting heat wave. For days, most of

the country cooked in 44°C (111°F) temperatures. By the time things final cooled off a bit, 780 people had died from the effects of the heat.

Classic Canadian Combo – Put winter weather and hockey together and what do you get? Well, you get pretty standard Canadian fare, eh?

Unless the weather is so severe that it prevents an NHL game from being played.

Then it’s a history making legal matter.

S tillInspiring Japanese Wisdom – If it’s not yours, don’t take it. If it’s not right, don’t do it. If it’s not true, don’t say it. If you don’t know, be quiet.

Don’t be afraid to start over again. This time you’re not starting from scratch; you’re starting from experience.

When you arise in the

morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive – to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.

The older you get, the more you realize you have no desire for drama, conflict or stress. You just want a cozy home, food on the table, and to be surrounded by kind people who make you happy.

Airports see more sincere kisses than wedding halls.

The walls of hospitals have heard more prayers than the walls of churches. Cherish the ones you love. Life is so very precious.

One day you’ll be just a memory for some people. Do your best to be a good one.

The great news is I’ve made it to my golden years.

The very bad news is there is no gold.

Life – The start and end are similar. Take advantage of the time in between.

If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.

Weight loss goals – To be able to clip my toenails and breathe at the same time.

Truism s Some talk to you in their free time, and some free their time to talk to you. Learn the difference.

You cannot raise your children the way your parents raised you, because your parents raised you for a world that no longer exists.

Cell phones bring you closer to the person far from you. But take you away from the ones sitting next to you.

A million kids want to clean up the earth. A million parents want them to start with their rooms.

A Fantastic Restaurant One night, two elderly

couples got together for dinner. While the two ladies were in the kitchen, doing the dishes, the two men sat in the front room chatting.

One said, “We had dinner at a fantastic restaurant last week. One of the best dinners I’ve had in years.”

“What restaurant was that?” the other gentleman asked.

“I can’t remember the name... let me think... Oh yeah... what’s the name of that flower... the red one that smells so nice?”

“You mean a rose?”

“Yeah that’s it. Hey Rose!

What’s the name of that restaurant we ate at last week?”

Until next week… There is no such thing as a grouchy old person. The truth is once you get old you stop being polite and start being honest.

P rem ier reflects on first yea r in governm ent Over the past year, I have had the wonderful honour of leading your provincial government here in Manitoba.

During that time, I have seen the best of Manitobans. I had the honour of standing on the beaches of Normandy with our veterans, who as young people, fought to protect our way of life, human rights, democracy, and respect for all people. I joined students and educators as we launched a province-wide school food program that ensures every student in Manitoba has a healthy meal when they need

Letter one. I listened to the courageous voices of the family members of murder victims who stood up, demanded justice, and are now working with us to bring their loved ones home.

This year Manitobans came together in the face of great difficulties. I heard the sadness and the pain of the people in Carman who lived through terrible violence and unspeakable tragedy. I visited with people in Northern Manitoba

who were evacuated from their homes because of wildfires, not knowing if they would be able to return. Our Health Minister and I travelled to hospitals and mental health facilities in every part of our province to hear directly from the workers on the front lines about what can do to fix health care, our government’s top priority. These conversations have guided our work to hire more health care workers, open ERs, and make sure you have the care you need close to home.

A year ago, we ran a posi-

tive campaign that was focussed on you, the people of Manitoba. After years of division, we are building a Manitoba where no one is left behind. From fixing health care to making life more affordable, our team is bringing Manitobans together from all walks of life and creating a path to a future where every young person in Manitoba can succeed and reach their full potential.

On election night, I said your government can’t take the first step, you have to want to take it. But if you do take that step, our government

will meet you. Right now, every kid can access a meal when they show up to school.

We are creating a path to housing, a path to recovery, and a path to working and living the positive life that you dream of for yourself. If you take the first step, our government will be there to meet you and ensure that you get all the support you need on your path to living a good life.

Today, we celebrate this anniversary not as an accomplishment from any member of our team. Instead, we celebrate it with a great humility

that comes from recognizing the enormous responsibility we have to you, the people of Manitoba. Our commitment to you is the same as it was one year ago: that we are going to continue working every single day to make Manitoba a better place for you, for your kids and for your grandkids. So, thank you to the people of Manitoba. Thank you for trusting us to lead your provincial government. I look forward to another year of working together for all Manitobans.

Wab Kinew Premier of Manitoba

N a tiona l N ew sp a p er W eek is a bout sup p orting loca l journa lism

By PAU L D EEGAN According to the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism’s Digital News Report 2024, Canadians’ trust in news is 39 percent. For comparison, Americans’ trust is news is even lower at 32 percent.

There are many variables at play in the decline of trust, including engagement-driven algorithms that deprioritize hard news – which traditionally provided a common set of facts – in favour of reinforcing one’s point of view rather than informing the reader.

The rise of ‘fake news’, misinformation, and disinformation are among other factors in the decline of trust.

Across Canada, newspapers – whether print or digital – continue to cover school boards, cops, courts, city hall, and other issues that matter to the daily lives of Canadians. That’s why Canadians’ trust in their regional or local newspaper stands at a rela-

Op inion tively healthy 65 percent.

But real journalism by real journalists – not some artificial intelligence tool that scrapes the web for content, which is not always reliable – costs real money. Real local journalism involves the hard work of gathering facts, shows evidence of first-hand reporting – such as independent research, interviews, and fieldwork – and editing. The light rewriting, reproduction, or aggregation of news from external sources is not original journalism, nor is simply cutting and pasting news releases or loading up a website with copy from a wire service or with a carousel of clickbait.

While there is no one silver bullet to solve the economic crisis in journalism, there are solutions that can help.

First, businesses can sup-

port their local newspaper through advertising.

Governments – federal, provincial and local – can follow the lead of the Ford government in Ontario earmark 25 percent of advertising spend to domestic news publishers. For context, the feds spent more on China’s TikTok last year than all Canadian print publications combined.

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“TOMORROW NEEDS 4-H” F un dra isin g ca m p a ign la un ched to help con tin ue w orld-cla ss youth develop m en tp rogra m m in g a cross the coun try back and ensure future participants can gain unique skills and confidence.”

The Canadian 4-H Foundation was established in 1969. Manitoba’s trustee and vice-chair, Gene Fraser, graduated from St. Francis Xavier University with a Bachelor of Business Administration. Raised on a family farm in Antigonish County, NS, he moved to Winnipeg and dedicated over 40 years to MacDon Industries Ltd., holding roles from Operations to Vice President of Business Development. Active in agricultural associations and youth programs like 4-H, he is passionate about mentoring future leaders. Gene and his wife Sheri enjoy traveling, music, and plan to visit all 32 NHL arenas! Additionally, their goal and passion is to give back to their community, province and country in someway to make it a better place tomorrow.

“Maintaining sufficient financial support for national youth programming in the post-pandemic era has been a challenge,” said David Hansen, Chair of the 4-H Canada board of directors.

“Financial support through this campaign will enable 4H Canada to continue to provide life-shaping programs to senior 4-H members from across the country.”

To kick off the campaign, Farm Credit Canada has committed to matching donations up to $50,000.

“The 4-H Canada program has a proven track record of developing youth to take on leadership roles throughout our industry,” said Todd Klink, FCC Executive VicePresident of Marketing and Public Affairs. “FCC is pleased to kick start the campaign by matching the first $50,000 in donations and we encourage everyone in the agriculture and food community to join us in sup-

porting the Canadian 4-H Foundation.”

4-H gives young people opportunities to develop important skills such as selfdirection, accountability, responsibility, leadership and collaboration. Skills workplaces need, but also skills that individuals carry with them out into their communities. Skills that help to make our communities, our country, and the world around us, stronger and more resilient.

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abroad. This celebration highlights the incredible things 4-H youth are doing in their communities and how the 4-H program is creating responsible, caring, and contributing young leaders. Together, a difference is being made in Canadian communities – no matter the size – by inspiring youth to “Learn To Do By Doing”.

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Roizen H EALT H Y LIVIN G sity. Become an exercise buddy, going with them on walks, to the gym or playing ball. At home, get everyone involved in planning, shopping and preparing healthy meals. If they can afford it, have them ask their doctor about weight-loss medications like Ozempic (semaglutide), Mounjaro (tirzepatide), and others. You can also help them find local and online resources such as Overeaters Anonymous and the Obesity Action Coalition. Also, share the life-affirming, longevityextending steps in the free LongevityPlaybook.com newsletter and “Mindful Eating + 3 Supplements to Support Healthy Weight Loss” at iHerb.com/blog.

Q: I’m 63 and have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. I wonder what you know about medical care and self care for the condition.

Thanks. – Donna M., Lafayette, IN A: You’re part of a growing segment of U.S. adults – it’s now estimated that almost one in 15 has atrial fibrillation (AFib). And around 11 million folks have been diagnosed with the condition,

which means many with the condition aren’t being treated for it.

Basically, AFib is a fast or chaotic heart rhythm caused by disruption of your heart’s electrical system. It can make you feel tired, dizzy and short of breath, chest pain and fainting and can cause a stroke, heart attack, or heart failure. To treat AFib, studies now show that early intervention is essential to optimize outcomes and that controlling heart rhythm is more beneficial than controlling heart rate.

One study showed that death

from cardiovascular problems, stroke or worsening heart failure was 17% to 28% higher in folks who got “usual care” compared to those who received early treatment to control their heart rhythm.

Avoiding or reversing overweight and obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure also can reduce the risk of developing the condition and suffering its consequences. So, it’s smart to: – Exercise regularly.

– Develop a posse and a purpose for support as you upgrade your lifestyle

choices.

– Get vitamin D (3,0004,000 IU a day so your blood level is 50-80 ng/ml), omega3s from 4 ounces of salmon or 1,000 milligrams of DHA and EPA supplements daily, and half a multivitaminmultimineral twice daily.

Check with your doc about taking a probiotic and bovine colostrum daily.

– Practice stress reduction with breathing exercises, meditation, Tai Chi and/or yoga. And get seven to eight hours of quality sleep a night.

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Q: There’s so much information out about how dangerous obesity is, but I just keep seeing more and more of my friends and family developing the disease. What’s going on and how can I take steps that will help them turn this around? – George T., Sacramento, CA A: You’re right that obesity is an increasing problem. A new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report says that, in 23 states, more than 35% of the people are obese and nationally, 20% of adults have obesity.

This means they have a BMI of 30 or more. And kids don’t escape the disease: Around 15 million, ages 2 to 19, have the condition.

Obesity increases the risk for chronic inflammation, premature heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, AFib, osteoarthritis, and conditions such as asthma and some cancers. It also leads to more severe outcomes from respiratory illnesses.

On top of that, it can be associated with depression and anxiety because of social consequences.

It is very important to understand that obesity isn’t simply the result of poor willpower. It is caused by a combination of many factors, such a genetic predisposition, certain medications, poor sleep, gut microbiome imbalances, stress, access to affordable food, exposure to hormone-disrupting and metabolic-disrupting chemicals in the environment, safe places to be active, and access to health care, as well as poor nutritional choices and overeating unhealthy foods.

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So, Donna, talk to your doctor today, please!

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R CM P investiga ting Lynn La ke h om icide On Oct. 4, Lynn Lake RCMP received a report of an assault in progress involving two teens outside a residence located in Black Sturgeon Falls. Officers attended and located a 16-year-old male, who was pronounced deceased, outside the residence.

A 16-year-old male was arrested and remains in police custody. Lynn Lake RCMP, along with RCMP Major Crime Services and RCMP Forensic Identification Services, continue to investigate.

On Oct. 1, Gimli RCMP received a report of a vehicle that had rolled on its side in the ditch and was on fire on Highway 222, near Road 127 North in the Rural Municipality (R.M.) of Bifrost. It was unclear whether anyone was still inside the vehicle. Officers attended immediately and located a burning pickup truck in the ditch on the east side of the road. The truck was engulfed, and firefighters were battling the fire. A female had arrived at the scene in a car. She approached the truck screaming a name, believing that individual to be inside the vehicle. It was soon determined there was nobody in the vehicle, but a male had been seen walking away from the scene and was about a half kilometre north of the truck location. An ambulance and an officer went to attend to the individual. The male would not permit anyone to look at his injuries and was

by Selkirk RCMP, the RCMP Emergency Response Team, and the RCMP East District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team on Oct. 3.

A 32-year-old male was arrested for Personating a Peace Officer, and numerous items were seized from his residence, including lighting equipment for a vehicle, pepper spray, portable radios, and firearms. He was released on an Undertaking with a court date.

RCMP Briefs Provincial Roundup found to be impaired. Officers arrested the 30-year-old male from the area for Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Leaving the Scene of a Collision. The male actively resisted arrested and was then charged for that offence.

At this point, the female from the original scene drove up to where officers had the male in custody. She was believed to be impaired as well. When a test was administered, she registered a warning level of blood alcohol content. Officers drove her home. Officers continue to investigate to determine the cause of the vehicle fire, as it is not believed to be caused by a collision.

On Sept. 30, Selkirk RCMP received a report that a female driver was stopped on Highway 9 in Petersfield by a male identifying himself as an off-duty RCMP officer. He was driving a pickup truck with emergency lights when he pulled the female over. He accused the female of speeding, but soon left the scene

Gim liRC M P received a report ofa vehicle on fire on O ct.1 when asked to present identifying information. Officers did patrols to attempt to locate the described vehicle, but the vehicle was not located. The next morning, Selkirk RCMP received another report of the same type of incident occurring the previous evening on Highway 9 near Clandeboye at approximately 8:00 p.m. The male personating an RCMP officer advised the female driver she had been speeding and using her bright lights. Again, when asked for identification, the male left the scene. Investigators were able to determine an address for the suspect and attended to that residence on Highway 9 in the R.M. of St. Andrews at 1:10 p.m. on

Oct. 1. After speaking with the suspect, a search warrant was prepared. It was executed

On Sept. 20, Gimli RCMP executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a residence in Riverton as part of an ongoing investigation. When officers arrived on scene, several people were outside the residence and taken into custody.

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tered the residence and located a 58-year-old male, in the washroom of the residence in possession of several baggies. The surfaces of the washroom were tested and found positive for cocaine. As the search continued, police located nine firearms stored in a closet in one of the bedrooms, one of which was loaded. Ammunition was found throughout the room, including a loaded magazine.

Drug paraphernalia was found throughout the home and seized, as was an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency. The male was arrested and is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Possess Firearm Without a Valid License, Unsafe Storage of a Loaded Firearm, and Unsafe Storage of Firearms. He remains in custody.

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C TF calls on prem iers to join carbon tax court fight The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is calling on all premiers to join New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs and launch a legal challenge against the federal carbon tax.

“Higgs is right that the carbon tax is an unfair punishment on Canadians and all premiers should stick up for their taxpayers by following his lead,” said Franco Terrazzano, CTF Federal Director. “Taxpayers are taking it on the chin every time we pay our heating bills and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is blowing a hole through constitutional accountability with his unequal application of the carbon tax.”

Higgs announced that if he is re-elected, the New Brunswick government would launch a renewed legal challenge against the federal carbon tax.

The federal carbon tax “carve-outs violate the Supreme Court’s ruling, and the tax makes gas, groceries, and essential services more

expensive,” according to the Progressive Conservative Party of New Brunswick.

Last year, the federal government announced it is removing the carbon tax from furnace oil for three years, but did not exempt other forms of home heating energy.

“Across Canada, fuel oil makes up just three percent of residential heating energy,” according to the government of Nova Scotia.

“Natural gas was the most commonly used energy source for residential heating.”

The average home uses 2,385 cubic metres of natural gas per year, according to

the Canadian Gas Association. That means removing the current federal carbon tax would save the average home about $360 this year.

“When Trudeau announced his furnace oil carve out, he admitted the carbon tax makes life more expensive, he admitted the carbon tax is all about politics and he left 97 percent of Canadian families out in the cold,” Terrazzano said. “All premiers should do everything in their power to fight the carbon tax.”

A 2023 Leger poll found 70 percent of Canadians support removing the carbon tax from all home heating fuels.

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The Yellowhead Chiefs won two of three Manitoba U18 Female AAA Hockey League games played in Shoal Lake over the weekend.

W PG.ICE 3 CH IE F S 1 The Ice edged the Chiefs 31 on Sunday, Oct. 6.

Jordan Woloski scored for the Chiefs.

Clair Merckx was tagged with the loss in goal.

CH IE F S 5 IN T E R L AK E 3 Kirby Gray and Callee Despiegelaere each scored twice to pace the Chiefs to a 5-3 win over the Lightning on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Brooke Maxwell had the other goal for the Chiefs.

Chloe Minkus with a pair and Bre-Ann Windross replied for the Lightning.

Gracie Johnston picked up the win in the Yellowhead net.

CH IE F S 3 BR AN DO N 2 Presley Hodson had the game winner as the Chiefs edged the Wheat Kings 3-2 to

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open the regular season on Friday, Oct. 4.

Kirby Gray and Rose Cochrane, with her first U18 regular season goal, also scored for the hosts.

Clair Merckx recorded the win in goal.

NOTES – The Chiefs are on the road this weekend with another three games in three days stint. Yellowhead will face the Avros in Winnipeg on Friday, Oct. 11, the Eastman Selects in Niverville on Saturday, Oct. 12 and the Interlake Lightning in Lundar on Sunday, Oct. 13.

RIGH T: Forw ard Jordan W oloski of Rapid C ity drives hard to the Interlake net during play on S aturday, O ct.5 PHOTO BY D ARRELL N ESBITT SOUTH M OUN TAIN PRESS

U15 fem ales tune up at Showcase weekend The Yellowhead U15 Female AAA Chiefs tuned up for the regular season at a Hockey Manitoba Showcase Event held in Warren on Oct. 4, 5 and 6. After winning their opening game, the Chiefs dropped the final two.

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an 8-3 win over the Chiefs in the final game of the weekend.

Adeline Havixbeck scored twice, with Ava Klymchuk, Madison Brown, Roey Folster, Stella Buzunis, Vivienne Siwak and Maren Temple add-

ing singles.

Chloe Facey, Haley Chipelski and Aven Jury replied for the Chiefs, who trailed 2-1 and 7-3 at the intermissions.

Addison Guertin made 27 saves to earn the win, while Pyper Rapley stopped 32 shots in a losing cause.

E AST M AN 2 CH IE F S 0 The Selects scored once in the second and added another

in the third for a 2-0 win over the Chiefs in game two of the weekend.

Summer Wray and Samantha Dallas scored for the Selects, while Evangeline Golding made 13 saves for the shutout.

Madison Fleury stopped 27 shots in goal for Yellowhead.

CH IE F S 7 F O R T GAR R Y 5 Karina Wither recorded a

hat trick to lead the Chiefs to a 7-5 win over the Twins in the opening game of the weekend.

Halle Gray added a pair for the Chiefs, who held period leads of 4-1 and 4-3. Bryleigh Barnes and Chloe Facey chipped in with singles.

Zoey Blais with a pair, Scarlett Tucker, Callie Roberts and Grace Hill replied for the Twins.

Madison Fleury stopped 29 shots in goal for Yellowhead, while Sophia Grant finished with 13 saves in the Fort Garry net.

NOTES – The Chiefs open the regular season this weekend with a pair of home games in Shoal Lake. Yellowhead will host the Pembina Valley Hawks on Saturday, Oct. 12 and the Eastman Selects on Sunday, Oct. 13.

U 15 C hiefs have tough weekend in W innipeg It was a tough weekend for the Yellowhead Chiefs in Winnipeg U15 AAA Hockey League play.

The Chiefs fell 17-0 to the Thrashers White in Winnipeg, 10-3 to the Eastman Selects and then 11-0 to the Winnipeg Wild Red.

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U18 The Wild scored three goals in the first period and added six more in the second as they skated to an 11-0 win over the Chiefs.

Mark Munday had a hat

trick for the Wild Red, with single markers coming off the sticks of James Curran, Eton Bates, Cristian Vieria, Dylan Russell, Owen Conrad, Lane Abraham, Cayden Horrocks and Liam Green.

Easton Para made 24 saves to earn the shut out.

Noah Wohlgemuth and Ben Anderson combined to stop 45 shots in the Yellowhead

net.

E AST M AN 10 CH IE F S 3 The Chiefs fell behind 5-2 after the opening period in a 10-3 loss to the Selects.

Cooper Soltys, Brody Cook and Jordan Gambler scored for the Chiefs, who trailed 7-2 after 40 minutes.

Rylan Peters stopped 11 shots for the win in goal for

C ougars take bite out ofC hiefs The Southwest Cougars got goals from seven different players enroute to a 7-3 win over the Yellowhead Chiefs in a Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League game played in Souris on Wednesday, Oct. 2.

Trailing 1-0 after the first

U18 period, Taylor Lockhart, Lynden Gould, Jaxsten HansenYoung, Spencer Cullen and

Bryan Laing hit the twine in the second to take a 5-3 lead.

Slater Anderson and Kole Beard scored in the third for the hosts. Riley Swereda with a pair, and Oliver Nickel replied for the Chiefs.

Micky Gross made 25 saves

in the Southwest net, while Cole Lelond stopped 34 shots for Yellowhead.

NOTES – The Chiefs, who are 0-2-0 on the season will host the Pembina Valley Hawks in Shoal Lake on Friday, Oct. 11.

Eastman. Noah Wohlgemuth stopped seven of 12 shots, while Ben Anderson blocked 23 of 28 shots for the Chiefs.

T H R ASH E R S W H IT E 17 CH IE F S 0 Reid Toporoski scored five goals as the Thrashers White trounced the Chiefs 17-0 in their opening game of the weekend.

Aaron Cormier made 20 saves to record the shutout.

Noah Wohlgemuth stopped 18 of 27 shots in the Chiefs’ net, while Ben Anderson gave up eight goals on eight shots.

NOTES – The Chiefs will travel to Hartney on Sunday, Oct. 13 to face the Southwest Cougars.

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Local team s chase d ow n first

The Northern Manitoba Blizzard lead the West Division of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League after they edged the Waywayseecappo Wolverines 3-2 in a game played in The Pas. The Wolverines are in fifth place with a record of 23-0, two points back of the Virden Oil Capitals. The Neepawa Titans are in third place, one point back of the second place Dauphin Kings.

In the East Division, the Selkirk Steelers are a perfect 8-0-0.

SE L K IR K 7 AT VIR DE N 0 Saturday, October 5, 2024 Tundra Oil & Gas Place 1st Period-1, Selkirk, Warnick 6 (Witham, Hlady), 19:55.

2nd Period-2, Selkirk, Johnston 3 (Guevarra, McCarthy), 3:28. 3, Selkirk, Ponce 1 (Krone), 5:53.

3rd Period-4, Selkirk, Guevarra 5 (McCarthy, Jamieson), 6:16. 5, Selkirk, Jamieson 2 (Witham), 9:30. 6, Selkirk, Witham 3 (Warnick,

Branson), 10:35 (PP). 7, Selkirk, Guevarra 6 (Jamieson, Johnston), 11:58 (PP).

Shots on Goal-Selkirk 1014-11-35. Virden 9-12-18-39.

Power Play OpportunitiesSelkirk 2/7; Virden 0/4.

Goalies-Selkirk, Olsonawski 5-0-0-0 (39 shots-39 saves). Virden, Trakakis 3-2-00 (35 shots-28 saves).

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W AY W AY SE E CAPPO 2 AT N O R T H E R N M AN IT O BA 3 Saturday, October 5, 2024 Roy H. Johnston Arena

1st Period-1, Waywayseecappo, Ayotte 2 (Grosdidier, Mushumanski), 3:27. 2, Northern Manitoba, Tomchak 1 (Lathlin), 8:39.

2nd Period- No Scoring.

3rd Period-3, Northern Manitoba, De la Salle 2 3:45.

4, Northern Manitoba, Edwards 4 (Zagari, Bouvier), 4:41. 5, Waywayseecappo, Ayotte 3 (Marshall, Pringle), 16:40 (PP).

Shots on GoalWaywayseecappo 11-10-17-38.

Northern Manitoba 13-11-8-32.

Power Play Opportunities-

Waywayseecappo 1/8; Northern Manitoba 0/4.

Goalies-Waywayseecappo, Wareham 2-2-0-0 (32 shots-29 saves). Northern Manitoba, Reedy 5-1-0-0 (38 shots-36 saves).

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W AY W AY SE E CAPPO 5 AT SW AN VAL L E Y 0 Friday, October 4, 2024 Swan River Centennial Arena 1st Period-1, Waywayseecappo, Wapass 2 9:34. 2, Waywayseecappo, Ayotte 1 (Cyca, Hunter), 16:10.

2nd Period- No Scoring.

3rd Period-3, Waywayseecappo, Grosdidier 3 (Kominko, Perry), 6:51. 4, Waywayseecappo, Herring 2 (Mushumanski, Shumlas), 14:14. 5, Waywayseecappo, Hunter 1 (Wapass), 15:24.

Shots on GoalWaywayseecappo 9-14-17-40.

Swan Valley 9-15-17-41.

Power Play OpportunitiesWaywayseecappo 0/3; Swan Valley 0/4.

Goalies-Waywayseecappo, Wareham 2-1-0-0 (41 shots-41 saves).

Swan Valley, Giaccari-Dimitriou 1-2-0-0 (40 shots-35 saves).

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W IN N IPE G 1 AT N E E PAW A 4 Friday, October 4, 2024 Yellowhead Centre 1st Period-1, Neepawa, Hartley 6 (Paquette, Alexander), 0:54. 2, Neepawa, Alexander 2 (Skrupa), 19:12 (PP).

2nd Period-3, Neepawa, Paquette 1 5:08. 4, WPG Blues, Stallman 1 12:24.

3rd Period-5, Neepawa, Hartley 7 19:04.

Shots on Goal-WPG Blues 10-15-6-31. Neepawa 9-26-13-48.

Power Play OpportunitiesWPG Blues 0/4; Neepawa 1/4.

Goalies-WPG Blues, Graham 1-2-1-1 (17 shots-14 saves); Couture 0-2-0-0 (31 shots-30 saves). Neepawa, Couckuyt 1-1-0-1 (31 shots-30 saves).

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N IVE R VIL L E 1 AT VIR DE N 3 Friday, October 4, 2024 Tundra Oil & Gas Place 1st Period-1, Niverville, Laliberte 1 (Kennett, Spirig), 5:38 (PP).

2nd Period-2, Virden, Hamelin 1 (Rolston, Baxter), 1:33. 3, Virden, Epp 3 (Tokariwski, Light), 7:12.

3rd Period-4, Virden, Light 2 5:48.

Shots on Goal-Niverville 712-13-32. Virden 14-7-12-33.

Power Play OpportunitiesNiverville 1/4; Virden 0/1.

Goalies-Niverville, Legall 3-2-0-0 (33 shots-30 saves).

Virden, Trakakis 3-1-0-0 (32 shots-31 saves).

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W heat K ings fall in Thompson to host 2026 Manitoba Winter Games shootout to Broncos The Brandon Wheat Kings recorded a win and an overtime loss in a pair of Western Hockey League games played at Westoba Place in Brandon over the weekend.

Brandon sits in a threeway tie for first place in the Eastern Conference with the Red Deer Rebels and Saskatoon Blades.

SW IF T CU R R E N T 4 (SO ) AT BR AN DO N 3 Saturday, October 5, 2024 Westoba Place - Brandon, MB 1st Period-1, Brandon, Klippenstein 1 (Michels, Jacobson), 19:25.

2nd Period-2, Brandon, McQueen 8 (Nguyen, Petr), 6:45. 3, Swift Current, Gould 5 (Burzynski), 7:42.

3rd Period-4, Brandon, Hadland 1 (Jacobson, Shipley), 8:14. 5, Swift Current, Mistelbacher 3 (Caswell, Coupland), 13:33 (PP). 6, Swift Current, Burzynski 1 (Caswell), 18:41.

OT Period- No Scoring.

Shootout - Swift Current 2 (Birnie G, Caswell NG, Mistelbacher NG, Coupland G), Brandon 1 (McQueen NG, Flamand NG, Petr G, Jacobson NG).

Shots on Goal-Swift Current 6-9-8-2-1-26. Brandon 1213-10-0-0-35.

Power Play OpportunitiesSwift Current 1 / 9; Brandon 0 / 3.

Goalies-Swift Current, Rocha 2-0-0-0 (35 shots-32 saves).

Brandon, Eskit 3-0-0-1 (25 shots-22 saves).

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E DM O N T O N 1 AT BR AN DO N 3 Friday, October 4, 2024 Westoba Place - Brandon, MB

1st Period- No Scoring.

2nd Period-1, Brandon, Michels 1 0:23. 2, Brandon, McQueen 7 (Mantei), 4:05 (PP). 3, Edmonton, Hodnett 2 (Jecho, Sawchyn), 11:43 (PP).

3rd Period-4, Brandon, Jacobson 1 (Nguyen, Petr), 16:38.

Shots on Goal-Edmonton 13-14-7-34. Brandon 9-7-12-28.

Power Play OpportunitiesEdmonton 1/3; Brandon 1/4.

Goalies-Edmonton, Worthington 1-2-0-0 (28 shots-25 saves). Brandon, Bjarnason 11-0-0 (34 shots-33 saves).

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The City of Thompson will host the 2026 Manitoba Winter Games powered by Manitoba Hydro.

These Games will welcome more than 1,500 athletes, 300 coaches and managers, 100 officials, and upwards of 750 volunteers from throughout Manitoba in March 2026. This will mark the third time Thompson has hosted (1994 and 2018).

Athletes between the ages of 10-17 will travel from across Manitoba to represent their region and sport at the province’s largest multi-sport event, competing in 12 sports over seven days.

The Manitoba Games benefit the host community in a variety of ways, including creating physical legacies, leadership development

opportunities, and bringing visitors into the region. An economic impact study conducted by the Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance determined the 2018 Games in Thompson

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

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SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES MUNICIPALITY OF HARRISON PARK Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 7th day of November, 2024, at the hour of 2:00 p.m., at Municipality of Harrison Park, 43 Gateway Street, Onanole MB, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: Roll Description Number

Amount of Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale

Assessed Value

L - $16,800 SUBJECT TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES B - $15,300 MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY DEFINED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NW 1/4 7 AND SW 1/4 18-19-18 WPM 339 PTH 10, ONANOLE

$4,614.77

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L - $17,900 AT ONANOLE AND BEING: LOT 2 PLAN 672 NLTO SUBJECT TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES B - $9,000 MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY DEFINED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NW 1/4 7 AND SW 1/4 18-19-18 WPM PTH 10, ONANOLE

$4,240.65

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LOT 7 BLOCK 4 PLAN 6822 NLTO SUBJECT TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY DEFINED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NE 1/4 20-19-18 WPM - 135 GREY OWL DR, ONANOLE EAST

L - $31,800 B - $373,800

$14,929.17

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AT SANDY LAKE AND BEING: PARCEL ‘A’ PLAN 6080 L - $7,300 B - $17,900 NLTO IN W 1/2 9-18-20 WPM - 102 SECOND ST W

$3,966.38

20200 AT ONANOLE AND BEING: LOT 1 PLAN 672 NLTO

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: • The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any unpaid municipal utilities and any property taxes not yet due.

• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.

• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

• The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the Municipality of Harrison Park as follows: i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale; AND iii) A fee in the amount $500.85 ($477 + GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

• The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

• If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

Dated this 3rd day of October, 2024.

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A b reath of “ fresh” air

Ig N obel P rize highlights the hila rious, stra n ge, a n d m ore w a cky side of scien tific brea kthroughs a n d a chievem en ts D O N ALD BERGER So uth M o unta in Pre ss

If you thought science was all about serious faces in lab coats, think again! The Ig Nobel Prizes, the wackier cousins of the Nobel Peace Prizes and Darwin Awards, were recently announced, showcasing research that first makes you laugh, then makes you wonder ‘...what???’

This year’s standout winner? A team of Japanese researchers who discovered that mammals can breathe through their anuses. Yes... you did read that right.

These scientists weren’t just monkeying around.

Their research involved delivering oxygen through the rectums of mice, rats, and pigs, potentially paving the way for new treatments for respiratory failure in humans. Who would have thought that an unexpected entry point for air could lead to a serious medical breakthrough? When you consider that during COVID, respiratory devices were in short supply and people were dying, maybe this wasn’t too much of a stretch or a stench.

But the fun didn’t stop there! This year’s Ig Nobel ceremony at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), famous for its scientific and technological training and research, was a whirlwind of unusual discoveries, complete with real Nobel laureates, 24/7 lectures, and a flurry of paper airplanes. Here are some of the other quirky yet fascinating research projects that won this year: Peace Prize: The late B.F. Skinner, a U.S. psychologist, was honoured for his “Project Pigeon,” an exploration into housing live pigeons inside missiles to guide them to their targets. Pigeons homing systems were spot on, but it seems that the pigeons In the bombs were prone to become splatter matter. This WWII-era experiment was described by Skinner himself as “crackpot” but demonstrated that this scheme was just “bird-brained”.

Botany Prize: Jacob White and Felipe Yamashita received the award for investigating the South American plant Boquila trifoliolata, which seems to mimic the leaves of plastic plants placed alongside it. This led

to the intriguing theory of “plant vision.” Who knew plants were such great copycats? Personally, I am thinking; money tree!

Medicine Prize: A team from Switzerland, Germany, and Belgium found that fake medicine causing painful side effects can be more effective than fake medicine that doesn’t. This discovery adds a new twist to the saying, “No pain, no gain.”

Physics Prize: James Liao at the University of Florida won for his comprehensive research on the swimming abilities of a dead trout. I wonder if this research was inspired by the hilarious Monty Python and Polly the Dead Parrot sketch!

Probability Prize: A team of 50 researchers, mostly Dutch, flipped 350,757 coins to test a hypothesis by Persi Diaconis, a magician-turnedstatistics professor. Their work confirmed that tossed coins are (slightly) more likely to land the same way up as they started. This news flipped a lot of people off!

Chemistry Prize: Dutch scientists in Amsterdam used chromatography to separate drunk and sober worms in their pursuit of polymer science. It seems the drunken wriggling worms were also slurring their words and having difficulty standing up straight but had more fun than the sober worms until the hangovers set in.

Biology Prize: Another posthumous award went to Fordyce Ely and William Petersen for their 1940 investigation into how frightening cows by placing cats on their backs and exploding paper bags might affect milk production. The verdict? Terrified cows seem to release less milk, and you don’t need cats, exploding paper bags will suffice. Farmers everywhere will have to stop scaring their cows now due to this revelation.

And let’s not forget the demography and anatomy prizes. Dr. Saul Newman at the University of Oxford showed that many claims of

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PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the year 2025 assessment roll for the Municipality of Harrison Park has been delivered to the Municipal Office at 43 Gateway Street, Onanole, Manitoba and is open for public inspection during regular business hours.

Applications for revision may be made in accordance with Sections 42 & 43 of The Municipal Assessment Act: APPLICATION FOR REVISION

between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon, and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the following location: Harrison Park Municipal Office, located at 43 Gateway Street, in Onanole, MB

42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under Section 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to; a) liability to taxation; b) amount of an assessed value; c) classification of property; or d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

Nominations will be received for the office of:

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One (1) LUD of Sandy Lake Committee Member of the aforesaid Local Authority.

The nomination deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. Nominations cannot be accepted after this day.

All nominations shall be made in writing on the prescribed form and shall be signed by at least twenty-five voters, or NOT less than 1% of the voters (whichever is the lesser) of the authority or ward (as the case may be), but in all cases by at least two voters. Each nomination shall also be accompanied by the candidate’s declaration of qualification.

Nominations may be filed in person at the above location, on the date and hours specified, by an official agent, or by email.

To obtain a nomination paper, and/or candidate’s declaration of qualification, contact the Senior Election Official (SEO) at the telephone number listed below.

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that behind every scientific breakthrough could be a story that’s sure to make you laugh before it makes you think. Thanks to CBC radio for the chuckles and The Guardian for the in-depth coverage – who knew science could be this much fun(ny)?

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extreme old age come from places with questionable records, while Prof. Roman Khonsari’s global study of hair whorls (same as the way water twists in a drain) found more counterclockwise spiralling in the southern hemisphere and in the northern hemisphere it was clock-wise. As it turns out, this research was just their spin on things!

These awards remind us that science can be a wild ride full of unexpected turns (and whorls). While some discoveries may sound absurd, they often challenge us to look at the world from a new angle – sometimes quite literally.

So, whether it’s pigeons in missiles, plants with vision, or fish swimming postmortem, the Ig Nobels prove

Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and not properly filed shall be rejected.

Chad Davies Senior Election Official (SEO) Phone: 204-848-7614 Email: admin@harrisonpark.ca Dated at Onanole, Manitoba, this 2nd day of October, 2024.

43(1) An application for revision must a) be made in writing; b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; c) set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; and d) be filed by (i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or (ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.

The Board of Revision will sit on Nov. 21, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Municipal Office, 43 Gateway Street, Onanole, MB to hear applications.

Applications for revision must be received by the Secretary of the Board by 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

Dated this 11th day of October, 2024.

Chad Davies, CMMA Secretary – Board of Revision Municipality of Harrison Park Box 190, 43 Gateway Street Onanole, MB R0J 1N0

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Whitewood: Grassland News – Terri Lang (Meteorologist – Environment & Climate Change Canada) reported two tornadoes went through the Langbank, SK area on Sept. 18. The one closest to Langbank is now referred to as the Poplar Grove tornado, with wind speeds of upwards to 135 km/hr, but no injuries. The second tornado hit the Vandura area, and again, no injuries were reported.

Boissevain: The Recorder – Designed to give greater independence for those living with disabilities, Prairie Partners based in Boissevain, are fully staffed with 55 full time, part time, and casual staff, involved in all parts of the agency. Individuals from Boissevain, along with Killarney, Deloraine and Wawanesa, take part in the day program.

Moosomin: The WorldSpectator – Jerney Desjarlais, who lived in Rocanville, SK until she was 12, was one of eight Canadians selected to be part of the Indigenous Fashion week in Paris at the end of September. Now 15, Desjarlais is living in Coquitlam, BC, and models at the Blanche MacDonald School of Arts, Fashion, and Make-up in Vancouver.

Treherne: The Times – The Treherne Marathon marked its 20th birthday with 475 registered participants rising sharply over 2023’s number of 408. Giuseppe D’Amico of Niverville posted the best time, finishing the full marathon featuring 53 runners, in less than three hours. Participants also had the option to run 5K or 10K distances.

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Dauphin: The Herald – Girls who want to give hockey a try have the opportunity to learn about the game and to improve their skills on Saturdays, throughout the winter in Dauphin.

Dauphin Minor Hockey Association vice-president Ashley Shaw said the Saturdays Are For The Girls program is to see numbers rise in terms of girls involved in the sport of hockey. Open to ages five to 16, the program runs 10 Saturdays over the course of the winter and will feature on-ice instructors.

Whitewood: Grassland News – Hockey Saskatchewan’s Officiating Development Program (ODP) is launching the Green Armband Initiative for the 202425 season to enhance support and respect for young officials. Aiming to highlight the development stage of officials aged 15 and under, this province-wide initiative fosters a positive and respectful environment on the ice. This positive pilot project conducted in Saskatoon, draws inspiration from successful models implemented in other hockey branches. It is felt the ODP signals the importance of respect at the grassroots level and beyond.

Roblin: The Review – Members of the Friendly’s grocery store co-operative in Inglis have voted in favour of moving to new premises.

Co-op board president, Glenda Chescue, said there were 34 members and a couple of non-members, present for the vote. With Friendly’s present home being over 100 years old, as the building was moved to Inglis from Cracknell 80 years ago, Chescue knows the right decision was made to move to the community’s old curling rink where renovations are now underway.

Russell: The Banner – Despite controversy, Russell Redi Mix will be allowed to develop a 140 acre new gravel pit across the road from an existing one (all but mined out) in the Shellmouth valley. Approval by the Tri Roads Planning District was based on a number of conditions.

Moosomin: The WorldSpectator – The Government of Saskatchewan and people from across the region celebrated the completion of the brand new runway located at the Moosomin Airport. With the project complete, the runway now allows the regional airport to land fixedwing air ambulances and corporate jets. The provincial government invested

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For many of us, Thanksgiving involves getting together with folks that you enjoy and eating a lot of food! In Canada it is timely as we have usually just finished or in the process of finishing the harvest of our gardens.

In Canada, we do have much reason to give thanks for as we do enjoy a land blessed with many natural wonders, clean air and fertile soil. Thanksgiving was declared a national holiday in 1879 and we have enjoyed an extra day to share that 142 million kilograms of turkey is consumed. One last interesting trivia surrounding the venerable turkey is fossils indicate that wild turkeys have roamed North America for more than 10 million years.

Now getting down to what we grow and harvest from the garden. Mashed potatoes served with large amounts of gravy are often an important part of the meal. Choosing potatoes with a higher starch content like russets or Yukon gold will give you the fluffiest, smoothest and most flavourful mash. Be careful to treat those swollen starch granules in your potatoes gently as well as too much vigour will give you a gluey, less appetizing addition to your meal.

Winter squash are always a favourite and colourful vegetable and can be served in many ways. Simply wash the outer rind and chop the squash into appropriate sizes for baking. Add butter, salt and pepper to taste and cover to ensure the moisture stays in this yummy vegetable. Bake at 350°F. Other vegetables you may also have at your disposal at this time of year includes corn (on the cob or not), lovely carrots, parsnips, beets, and if you are lucky kohlrabi. I personally love to roast a medley of root vegetables in the oven with butter and the seasoning of choice. A little bit of cumin is rather tasty! We are lucky to have such a wide array of available veggies to grace our thanksgiving tables.

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Thanksgiving would not be complete without pumpkin pie. Making a pumpkin pie from a real pumpkin will forever spoil you for making it by opening a can. A pumpkin that is 6 to 8 inches in diameter will give you enough pumpkin for a 10inch deep dish pie. Cut the pumpkin in half, scoop out the seeds and then either bake, steam or microwave the pumpkin until it is soft.

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The only thing left is to harvest some materials from your garden to make an appropriate table centre for Thanksgiving. Personally, I prefer branches of autumn coloured leaves, pine cones, small squash from the garden, the odd tomato or two and anything else at your disposal. May we wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving and may your bountiful harvest from your gardens grace your tables and be enjoyed by both friends and family.

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The Oakburn Community Hall Committee invites you to our Autumn Old Time Dance, Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Oakburn Community Hall. Our live band will perform on stage 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Hall doors open at 5:00 p.m. Tickets $20 and includes a light lunch and door prizes. 50/50 tickets available. Proceeds from this fundraising event will go to our washroom renovations project. We hope you will join us.

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