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NATURE ABOUND
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People who enjoy a refreshing walk with a dog on a leash or without, are captivated by the views of nature at the the Leda Lake Eco Parks Trails Project on the west end of Erickson’s Main Street. The project, budgeted at $300,000, is adding to the community through impressive landscaping, a trail system, and other elements allowing residents and visitors to get back to nature.
Local trails receiving grant funding
the anticipated Squirrel Stash Sea Can New Trail / Enhancement.
Four local trail groups located in Erickson, Minnedosa, Onanole, and Rossburn are receiving a needed bump in grant funding in part by Manitoba’s 2025 Trails Manitoba grant program, supporting the development and enhancement of trails across the province.
Minnedosa’s Valley Life Recreation will be receiving $3,233 for
Friends of Riding Mountain Trail Stewards Program Maintenance will be receiving $5,000, and the Onanole area will also see a $10,000 grant towards Leda Lake Trail Head Enhancement (Phase 2 Leda Lake Park) New Trail / Enhancement – this through The Score Store.
The Rossburn Subdivision Trail Association (RSTA) will re-
ceive two separate grant amounts – $5,230 for the walking trail rehabilitation in the Erickson area, and $15,000 for General Trail Maintenance from Russell to Neepawa.
“RSTA is very grateful to receive this financial support,” said Ilse Ketelsen, RSTA secretarytreasurer. “It helps us to maintain our trails and keep them in good shape for trail users to enjoy the Trans Canada Trail.”
Through the Manitoba government and Trails Manitoba, Manitobans will see improvements to more than 30 recreational trails across the province – an amount totaling over $592,000 in funding.
“Trails provide important opportunities for Manitobans to spend time outdoors and enjoy nature all year long,” said Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes. “This funding will help improve a number of
walking, biking, skiing, all-terrain vehicle and snowmobile trails across the province and ensure Manitobans can continue to explore the great outdoors for many years to come.”
The Trails Manitoba grant program supports new recreational trail opportunities, develops present trails through improvements, and provides funding for continued trail maintenance.
RACHEAL FLINTOFT
South Mountain Press
Province warns against potential text message phishing scams
The Manitoba government is warning Manitobans about fraudulent text messages involving provincial fine payments and tax credits, which are part of a phishing scam.
This week, members of the public reported receiving texts from a sender claiming to be Manitoba Justice and demanding payment for outstanding fines for provincial offences including speeding tickets and traffic violations. Manitoba Justice currently does not send payment requests or any official communications via text. Anyone with concerns about outstanding fines or questions about methods of communications should contact Manitoba Justice directly or visit:www.gov.mb.ca/jus -
tice/tickets/index.html.
Other recipients have recently received a text asking them to finalize their Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit (HATC) by clicking a link. Manitoba Finance does not verify or finalize tax credits or benefits via text message. For information about HATC, visit www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/ hatc.html.
Manitobans who receive these types of texts should not respond or click on any links within the message and should avoid providing any personal information. Recipients can report suspicious messages to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre athttps://antifraudcentrecentreantifraude.ca/indexeng.htm.
Province investing nearly $200 million in school capital projects
The Manitoba government is investing nearly $200 million in school capital projects for the 2025-26 fiscal year, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring that students across the province have access to safe, modern, and comfortable learning environments, Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Tracy Schmidt announced.
“Our government is delivering on our promise to put students first because we know that when students feel safe, supported and inspired, they thrive,” said Schmidt. “Every student deserves to learn in a space that is safe, well-maintained and designed to support their success. These investments reflect our government’s commitment to Investing in student success by upgrading aging infrastructure, expanding capacity, and ensuring schools are inclusive and accessible. From new school builds to critical repairs, these projects are designed to meet the evolving needs of communities across the province — rural, urban and northern alike.”
The Manitoba government has committed investments in six major categories:
•HVAC upgrades,
•roofing replacements,
•accessibility improvements,
•structural repairs,
•additions and renova-
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Darren Beatty Landscaping & Excavation took the Leda Lake landscaping project to the next level prior to and on Friday, Sept. 12 with a selection of decorative landscaping stones and other materials for a walking path, blending into a beautiful attraction as it presently sits just west of the Viking ship in Erickson. Rocks and boulders can be an integral part of any landscaping that is both natural and awe-inspiring, but by adding flowers, grass and plants to the fold, it’s a masterpiece of community living.
tions, and •new school builds.
Highlights of the 2025-26 schools capital investment include:
•HVAC upgrades – $23 million to improve heating and ventilation systems;
•roofing projects – $22 million for roof replacements and structural improvements;
•accessibility enhancements – $4 million for elevators, ramps, lifts and hygiene rooms;
•structural repairs – $8 million to address foundation and structural issues;
•additions and renovations – $59 million for school additions including modular classrooms, gym upgrades and school renovations; and
•new schools – $79 million to start and continue construction on eight schools across Manitoba.
“This is about more than bricks and mortar,” said Schmidt. “Whether it’s a new classroom, a repaired roof, or an accessible elevator, every upgrade makes a difference.”
The Manitoba government’s investments will not only improve learning conditions but also support local economies through construction jobs, providing opportunities for Manitoba-based contractors and suppliers to deliver long-term infrastructure improvements, the minister noted.
‘PRAY FOR OUR SCHOOLS’
Shoal Lake Baptist Church Pastor Joel Usick is holding a month of public prayers for local schools in area communities
RACHEAL FLINTOFT
South Mountain Press
As a husband, father, and pastor of Shoal Lake Baptist Church, Pastor Joel Usick is inviting his town and surrounding communities to join in a month of public prayer gatherings for local schools – ‘Pray for our Schools’. Describing his congregation as “a community of disciples of Jesus,” Pastor Usick expressed that the events are an intentional, public expression of faith and a practical way for believers to engage with the next generation.
“We believe that being a Christian is more than just having certain beliefs, attending services, or being kind. Instead, as the Scriptures teach, we are a community of people that follow Jesus, living like he did to become like him,” Pastor Usick explained.
With all of the ‘Pray for our Schools’ prayer gatherings taking place at public parks, the group started on Sept. 3, praying for Shoal Lake School. Following, a prayer gathering took place on Sept. 10 in Hamiota, with prayer directed towards Hamiota Collegiate. The community of Erickson followed, praying for Erickson Collegiate on Sept. 17.
Many senseless tragedies are continuously taking place across the globe, and on account countless communities are starting to see an initial spark of prayer, a visible stirring of people across different churches, and an intentional focus on prayer within and for their community.
“It’s been great to see how this small initiative to pray has stirred others to pray as well,” Pastor Usick smiled. “For example, during harvest, we witnessed men gathering at church at 7:00 a.m. in the morning to pray. The Lord is stirring His people to pray.”
As a past prayer practice, Pastor Usick reflected that as a young man, he gathered with other disciples to pray around the Hamiota Collegiate flagpole. However, currently as an adult pastor, when Pastor Usick later approached the Rolling Rivers and Park West School Divisions about organizing similar flagpole prayer gatherings, both divisions declined the idea. They cited concerns related to policies and inclusivity, emphasizing the importance of respecting the diverse cultural and religious backgrounds within the school community. Offering sensitivity towards every
community member, public parks were recommended as a location, providing a neutral space that welcomes participation or the decline in participation for all individuals. This decision allowed the events to be public and prayerful without creating conflict.
Echoing the ongoing efforts to balance religious expression with respect for diversity within the school community, the location of each ‘Pray for our Schools’ gathering ensures respect for all beliefs and cultural backgrounds. Nonetheless, it is apparent by the positivity surrounding Pastor Usick’s initiative, ‘Pray for our Schools,’ that there is a shared value of faith in the community, even as the approach to public prayer continues to adapt to contemporary priorities and concerns for inclusivity and respect.
The idea to publicly pray for schools began quietly and personally…
“This event originated as I sat at a piano alone in the sanctuary some weeks ago. I sensed a leading to take a step of faith in arranging a prayer gathering,” Pastor Usick said.
Conversations with other local disciples led to multiple gatherings across communities at the start of the school year, with a swift and positive response.
“Quickly, we ended up with a month full of gatherings, and we stopped looking to arrange more – though I
am certain many more faith communities would appreciate gatherings in their towns, too!”
The theological and scriptural grounding for public prayer is central to how Pastor Usick frames the gatherings. He pointed to the pattern in Scripture of God’s people praying together in public places and to Jesus’ own practice of teaching and ministering in marketplaces and other public settings.
“I believe it to be important for believers everywhere to come together, humble ourselves, and plead for the salvation of all those far from Jesus.”
Each gathering follows a four-movement structure designed to shape the prayers and keep them focused. Pastor Usick explained that first, they praise God for who He is and what He’s done.
“Secondly, we pray for those in the schools – students and staff… we pray that God would bless, guide, protect, call, lead, convict, save, redeem, heal, restore, set free, and create prosperity in the students and staff,” Pastor Usick listed. “We pray for those who lead the schools – superintendent, trustees, Manitoba Education… we pray that their decisions would be guided by God to form schools and policies that produce healthy, resilient, educated, young men and women of strong character and wisdom.”
Lastly, Pastor Usick added that they pray for
those who believe in God –Christian students/staff/parents and churches.
According to Pastor Usick, prayer is both offensive and defensive – it not only protects you from harm but also defends your faith and character.
Furthermore, Pastor Usick spoke plainly about the practical needs behind the prayers – mental health, loneliness, bullying, food insecurity, staff burnout, and polarization – and about praying for protective guidance and the flourishing of children and educators.
The power of prayer is often seen as a profound way to connect with something greater than ourselves, whether that be God, a divine presence, inner peace, or a sense of hope. Many find that intentional prayer or mindful reflection can bring clarity, calmness, and strength in times of need. It serves as a moment to focus positive intentions, cultivate gratitude, and reinforce resilience – qualities that are universal and accessible to everyone, regardless of religious belief. Prayer offers a personal space to reaffirm our values, seek guidance, and nurture our mental and emotional well-being. Praying and its true power lies in the intention behind it, helping us face challenges with openness, courage, direction, and hope.
For Pastor Usick and those gathered, prayer is not a last resort but the primary
response.
“We turn to God not as a last resort, but as our best first step in creating meaningful change in our world,” he said. “Most of us could name a baba or gido, mom or dad, pastor or parishioner, that interceded on our behalf while we wandered in patterns of brokenness. I believe there’s a lot of sons and daughters that have been saved from a world of hurt because of their praying loved ones.”
The hoped-for impacts are both spiritual and communal. Pastor Usick added that the gatherings aim to make clear that Christians care deeply about schools and students.
“We pray that students and schools of this area be the exception to many of the challenging circumstances of our time: mental health, loneliness, bullying, poverty/ food insecurity, staff burnout, polarization, and others. We pray that students, teachers, and trustees would know that Christians are praying for them and the schools because our love and care for them.”
Beyond prayer, Pastor Usick hopes the gatherings will catalyze deeper involvement from Christians in their communities – small acts and big steps alike.
“From bake sales, to cheering on the sidelines at a basketball game, to running in next year’s election to become a school board trustee, we hope that these gather-
ings will be a catalyst for the thousands of Christian moms, dads, and grandparents of this area to step into deeper involvement in our schools,” he said.
The gatherings have already shown signs of life across denominations and towns.
“With church buildings vacant on Sunday mornings, congregations without pastors, and cultural tides that feel increasingly in conflict with the way of Jesus, Christians can become disheartened and discouraged,” Usick said. “But God is on the move! Gathering in these towns has served as an encouragement to local believers that God’s not done yet and the church is well and alive! It’s additionally encouraging to see how congregations from various denominations can gather together united in Jesus and our love for people to pray. At our first gathering, folks from four different denominations were represented.” All are welcome! For those who cannot attend in person, Pastor Usick offered this invitation… “I pray that believers everywhere would be strengthened and emboldened to continue to put first the Kingdom, not grow weary in doing good, preach the Gospel to anyone who will listen, to stand for what is right, to act justly, to love mercy, and to humble themselves before God and ask that He may do a mighty work in the younger generation.”
Pastor Usick’s invitation is both pastoral and practical – to pray publicly, to pray with purpose, and to let those prayers stir tangible acts of care for schools and the young people within them. For his congregation and for others who have joined, the month of gatherings has become a way to make visible a hope that is quietly held… that God hears, that people can change, and that communities can be impacted by faithful, prayerful love.
Future ‘Pray for our Schools’ prayer gatherings will be held at 8:00 A.M., lasting 30 minutes, on Sept. 24 in Strathclair, Oct. 1 in Rossburn, and Oct. 8 in Onanole. As a movement of people choosing prayer over panic, unity over division, and faith over fear… for those who want to help schools and young people but aren’t sure how, Pastor Usick’s invitation is simply to attend if you are able, pray, encourage your church to pray, and serve where and how you can.
A “Pray for our Schools” prayer gathering took place in Hamiota on Wednesday,Sept.10
September 19, 2025
Letters to the editor:
A link between what was and what will be
My name is Richard. I’m 74. I sometimes think our generation is the bridge between two worlds – one made of dirt roads and hand writtenletters, the other made of satellites and screens in our pockets.
I was born in a house without air conditioning. Summer meant open windows and the hum of a box fan. We knew the neighbours by name, and if your bike chain broke, you knocked on any door until someone found a wrench. We grew up on patience – waiting for the mail, waiting for the library to open, waiting for the radio to play our favorite song again.
Then the world sped up. Phones shrank, music became invisible, and the news didn’t take days to reach us – it arrived in our palms before we finished breakfast. We learned to type, to swipe, to tap. We learned to talk to ma-
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chines and have them talk back. We learned… because we always had to. We’ve seen milk delivered to the door in glass bottles, and we’ve scanned groceries without a cashier. We’ve dropped coins in payphones and made video calls across oceans. We’ve known the sound of silence – no buzzing notifications – and the sound
of an entire world pinging at once.
Sometimes younger folks think we’re behind. But here’s what I know: our generation knows both worlds. We can plant tomatoes and write an email. We can tell a story without Google, and then fact-check ourselves with it. We know the weight of a handwritten letter because we’ve held it, and we know the reach of a message sent in seconds because we’ve pressed “send” and watched a reply arrive from thousands of miles away.
We are proof that you can change without losing yourself. That you can honor where you came from while learning where the world is going.
We’ve buried friends and welcomed grandchildren. We’ve watched diseases disappear and new ones arrive. We’ve known paper maps and
GPS, postcards and emojis, patience and immediacy.
And maybe that’s our real gift – we carry the memory of a slower, quieter world, and the skills to navigate the fast, loud one. We can teach the young that not everything needs to happen instantly… and remind the old that it’s never too late to try something new.
We are the bridge. The middle chapter. The link between what was and what will be.
NEW TEACHER
A former Sergeant in the Marine Corps took a new job as a high school teacher.
Just before the school year started, he injured his back. He was required to wear a plaster cast around the upper part of his body. Fortunately, the cast fit under his shirt and wasn’t noticeable.
On the first day of class,
he found himself assigned to the toughest students in the school. The smart punks, having already heard the new teacher was a former Marine, were leery of him and he knew they would be testing his discipline in the classroom.
Walking confidently into the rowdy classroom, the new teacher opened the window wide and sat down at his desk. When a strong breeze made his tie flap, he picked up a stapler and stapled the tie to his chest.
Dead silence…
The rest of the year went very smoothly.
You can thank Dennis and Marlene Basso of Shoal Lake for this one.
WOOD CUTTER
An old man applies for a job as a woodcutter, but the boss doesn’t think he’s fit enough. He tells the boss he
is able to cut down any tree in a single swing. To prove this, he goes outside, hits a five foot tree with his axe, and it falls over. The boss is impressed. The old man then repeats this with a 10-foot tree. Then a 30foot tree. Finally, he takes his axe up to an 80-foot redwood, swings, and the giant tree comes tumbling down. The boss is amazed, and asks the man how he learned to do that. The man says, “I practiced in the Sahara Forest.”
“Don’t you mean the Sahara Desert?” The boss asks.
“Well yes,” says the old man, “that’s what they call it now.”
This funny was among articles sent in by Edith Edmundson, formerly of Shoal Lake.
Until next week… The earth laughs in flowers.
Manitoba smallbusinesses face ~78% higher income tax burden than U.S.counterparts,CFIB report finds
Manitoba small businesses face a significantly higher income tax burden than their U.S. counterparts, paying about 78% more on average per year, according to a new report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).
The report examined three types of taxes: income, payroll, and property, and finds that nationally, a typical Canadian microbusiness (four employees) pays 20% more in total taxes than a similar U.S. firm, while a small business (25 employees) pays 23% more.
In Manitoba, businesses remain relatively competitive within Canada but still face a higher overall tax burden than U.S. firms:
•Microbusinesses in Manitoba pay about $45,900 in total taxes annually, compared to $42,600 for the U.S. average, $41,200 for Minnesota, and only $36,000 in neighbouring North Dakota.
•Small businesses in
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Manitoba pay roughly $346,000 annually, compared to an average of $304,000 south of the border, $314,000 for Minnesota, and just $249,000 in North Dakota.
The biggest gaps come from income and property taxes:
•Small businesses in Manitoba pay 77% more in income taxes than the U.S. average.
•Microbusinesses still face 58% higher income taxes than similar U.S. firms, driven by Canada’s high federal income tax rate, despite Manitoba’s 0% Small Business Corporation Tax Rate (SBCTR) on the first $500,000 of income.
•Manitoba businesses also pay 25% to 40% more in property taxes than U.S. firms.
“Even though Manitoba is one of the more competitive provinces in Canada, small businesses here are still at a
major disadvantage compared to their U.S. peers,” said Brianna Solberg, CFIB’s Director of Provincial Affairs for the Prairies. “Payroll taxes are slightly lower in Manitoba, but high income and property taxes continue to eat into the money business owners could be reinvesting into jobs, operations, and growth.”
The report also highlights a key structural difference: in the U.S., many small businesses are taxed as passthrough entities via the owners’ personal income taxes, while in Canada, most pay both federal and provincial corporate income taxes, plus personal taxes when profits are distributed.
Among microbusinesses, the five best (1 to 5) are:
1. South Dakota (USA)
2. North Dakota (USA)
3. Wyoming (USA)
4. Florida (USA)
5. Texas (USA)
While the worst (26 to 30) jurisdictions are:
26. Newfoundland and
Labrador (CAN)
27. Prince Edward Island (CAN)
28. Nova Scotia (CAN)
29. New Brunswick (CAN)
30. Quebec (CAN)
Among small businesses, the five best (1 to 5) are:
1. South Dakota (USA)
2. Wyoming (USA)
3. North Dakota (USA)
4. Florida (USA)
5. Texas (USA)
While the worst (26 to 30) jurisdictions are:
26. Nova Scotia (CAN)
27. Prince Edward Island (CAN)
28. Newfoundland and Labrador (CAN)
29. New Brunswick (CAN)
30. Quebec (CAN)
To improve Manitoba’s competitiveness and boost small business investment, CFIB is calling on Federal, Provincial, and Municipal governments to:
•Lower the federal corporate income tax rate.
•Increase the federal small business tax rate deduction
threshold and index it to inflation.
•Raise Manitoba’s 0% SBCTR threshold from $500,000 to $700,000 while maintaining the 0% rate.
•Remove the PST on capital purchases to reduce investment costs.
•Continue efforts to keep payroll taxes competitive.
•Reduce property taxes and close the property tax gap between commercial and residential properties.
“Canada’s economy is already weighed down by stagnant productivity and low growth, while Manitoba’s businesses are paying more
than their U.S. competitors in almost every category,” added Solberg. “If we want our small businesses to thrive, we need to rethink policies that penalize investment and growth.”
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THORLEIFSON HONOURED FOR WORK IN ELK INDUSTRY
Clear Lake’s Ian Thorleifson is the latest inductee into the North American Elk Breeders Association’s Hall of Fame
By DARRELL NESBITT South Mountain Press
Applauded for his continued outstanding dedication and service to the North American Elk Breeders Association (NAEBA) and the North American Elk Industry, Ian Thorleifson of Clear Lake, is the latest inductee into the NAEBA’s Hall of Fame.
In 1988, the elk farming industry was just beginning to emerge from its “Game Farming” beginnings in North America. A few years of wildlife management for Ian and a trip to New Zealand – where red deer farming was booming – Ian’s parents, Ray and Thora, stimulated their resolve to build the industry in Canada. They bought their first elk in Saskatchewan that year, but had to leave them in the care of a neighbouring province farmer when Manitoba interfered politically in their plans.
No matter what challenges arose, the Manitoba elk producer remained absolutely committed to continuous improvement for the rest of his career. He served as Executive Director of Provincial and National Elk Farming Associations, travelled to many conferences and symposia in countries around the world, raised, bought and sold thousands of animals, represented industry in hundreds of meetings with government regulators, and completed two editions of The Elk Farming Handbook – the “Bible” for producers worldwide.
“The elk farming industry is blessed with a diversity of markets including delicious and nutritious meat and byproducts from meat processing,” Ian Thorleifson commented. “Markets also touch on hard antler for dog chews, carving, chandeliers and furniture, and mineral supplements.”
Thirty-five years ago, Thorleifson was a contributor to the formation of the NAEBA.
During those years, only a dozen members were recognized and honoured by induction into the Hall of Fame.
The North American Elk Breeders Association, or NAEBA, is a non-profit organization, founded to promote and protect the elk farming and ranching industry. The primary goal of the association is to educate its members and the general public about the rewards and opportunities that are available through participation in the industry as a legitimate diversified agricultural pursuit.
NAEBA is recognized by federal authorities as the voice of the industry, and enjoys mutually benefiting association with the Federal Farm Bureau, as well as Allied Industry Status in the United States Animal Health Association.
NAEBA is also a member organization of the American Cervid Alliance Leadership Council and Canadian Cervid Alliance.
NAEBA serves its members in many ways, including the maintenance of the only purebred elk registry on the continent. A great deal of information is distributed to the membership through bimonthly publications, including two full color journal magazines, that address all aspects of the elk industry from pertinent issues affecting the elk industry to the education of proper management and breeding practices.
THE ELK INDUSTRY
The industry has established elk as the newest domestic livestock species in North America. Many challenges have been faced and surmounted, the most difficult of which were establishment of stable markets for the diversity of products that elk produce, and battling with regulatory interference based on fears surrounding CWD
(chronic wasting disease) – the prion disease of cervids. Only a relatively few farmed elk have been infected, compared to the huge number ordered destroyed by health authorities.
Only about 100,000 head remain on farms in North America, but they are the strongest and best adapted for agricultural production for the future.
“At its peak, Manitoba boasted over 50 elk farms stocked with close to 6,000 animals, however, due to government restrictions numbers dropped drastically in the spring of 2022 to approximately 20 elk farms operating with approximately 1,300 head,” stressed Thorleifson.
North American elk, or wapiti, are among the most majestic animals on the continent. Second largest of the deer family, exceeded only by the moose, elk once ranged over all of Canada, the United States (except for Florida) and northern Mexico. Elk and man have interacted since the earliest human habitation of the continent. Elk bone and antler have been found in some of the oldest human inhabited sites in North America, and accounts of the early European explorers mention the strong impression these proud animals made on them.
The ranching of elk in North America goes back to at least the mid-nineteenth century, following a tradition of ranching of native species that extends back to the beginnings of agriculture. There are an estimated 70,000-farmed elk in North America, descended from generations of domesticated stock.
Today, the capture of elk from the wild is illegal, and no reputable elk rancher will have any part of such activities, showcasing a passion for the animal also in its own natural habitat.
RCMP respond to plane crash
On Sept. 13, Island Lake
RCMP received a report of a plane crash that occurred approximately 40 kilometres south of St. Theresa Point First Nation, near Makepeace Lake. The flight originated in St. Theresa Point First Nation and was destined for Makepeace Lake. Island Lake RCMP were provided the coordinates of the downed aircraft and chartered a helicopter to attend the scene. Search and Rescue personnel from CFB Trenton were contacted and deployed an aircraft where two Search and Rescue Technicians were dropped on site to provide medical assistance. Once on scene, RCMP were able to confirm that the pilot, a 20year-old male, suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. His four passengers, two males (53, 49) and two females, both 50-years-of age, all from St. Theresa Point First Nation, were pronounced deceased on scene. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has been notified and have deployed to the site. Our thoughts are with the victim’s families, friends and community members of St. Theresa Point First Nation. Island Lake RCMP continue to investigate.
On Sept. 13, Brandon RCMP were dispatched to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 1 and Provincial Road 250 in the Rural Municipality (R.M.) of Whitehead. Officers arrived and located a truck and an SUV both in the center grassy median with heavy damage. The investigation has determined that the SUV, with two
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occupants, was southbound on Provincial Road 250 when it entered the intersection. The truck travelling westbound on Highway 1 struck the SUV on the driver’s side. The 77-yearold female driver of the SUV and her 78-year-old male passenger, both from Brandon, were transported to hospital by EMS with critical injuries. The driver of the SUV succumbed to her injuries while the passenger remains in hospital. The 23-year-old female driver of the truck and her 20year-old female passenger, both from Brandon, were not physically injured. Alcohol is
not believed to be a factor in the collision.
On Sept. 13, South Indian Lake RCMP responded to a report of a 19-year-old male having been assaulted with a machete. As officers were responding to the scene, the suspect, identified as a 21year-old male, was observed walking along the road. Officers stopped and advised the suspect he was under arrest. The suspect fled but was apprehended a short distance away after a short foot pursuit. Officers then attended to a nearby residence and located the victim who was immediately transported to the Nursing Station. The victim was then airlifted to Winnipeg for further medical treatment. RCMP have charged a 21-year-old male, with Aggravated assault and two counts of Fail to comply with an undertaking. He was remanded into custody. South Indian Lake RCMP continue to investigate.
On Sept. 10, Portage la Prairie RCMP officers were on patrol an observed suspicious activity on Saskatchewan Avenue West. Officers approached the male, who was known to police, and advised him that he was under arrest under the Control Drugs and Substances Act. A subsequent search of the suspect was conducted where officers located approximately 53 grams of methamphetamine, approximately three grams of fentanyl, along with other drug-related paraphernalia. The drugs were deemed to have an estimated community street value of $6,800. A 31-year-old male of Portage la Prairie was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking x2. He was remanded in custody for a future court date.
On Sept. 10, Selkirk RCMP received a report of an erratic driver travelling north on Highway 9 in the R.M. of St Andrews.Gimli RCMP responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 8 at Highway 229, in the R.M. of Gimli. An SUV was travelling west on Highway 229 and crossed the intersection with Highway 8 without stopping at the mandatory stop sign. The SUV collided with a semitruck that was travelling south on Highway 8. The semi-truck rolled onto its side in the west ditch. The SUV stopped in the middle of the road in the northbound lane of Highway 8. It was determined that this SUV was the same vehicle described as driving erratically shortly before. The driver, a 31-year-old
male from The
was transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the semi-truck was not physically injured. Gimli RCMP, along with a Forensic Collision Reconstructionist, continue to investigate.
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THE SEASONAL SHIFT
The time is now to prepare your home and property to ensure it is protected for the upcoming winter season
RACHEAL FLINTOFT
South Mountain Press
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but winter is coming... fast! And while some of us (myself included) love almost everything that the winter season brings with it, there’s no denying that a Manitoba winter also demands some serious preparation. Taking the time now to get your home, property, garden, and vehicle ready will save you a lot of headaches, and potentially a lot of money, when the snow really starts to fly!
Let’s start with your home. I live in an old Eaton’s house, build in 1908. Although it was built to last, the winter can take its toll. Regardless of the age or style of your home, a drafty house can send your heating bills through the roof. This is the perfect time to walk around your house, inside and out, and look for any gaps or cracks. Check the caulking around windows and doors –if it’s cracked or missing, reapply it. Weatherstripping is another hero in the fight against drafts; inspect yours and replace any that are worn. Don’t forget about your attic! Proper insulation up there is key to preventing heat loss and can make a huge difference in your energy efficiency. Consider having your furnace serviced if needed, and that the plumbing in your home is also working well. Take it from me… plumbing problems in -40ºC isn’t fun. Lastly, if you have a fireplace, get your chimney cleaned and inspected before use. I don’t have a “real” fireplace, but my parents do, and this is a critical safety measure for
Some fallmaintenance,like caulking cracked windows,can help prepare and protect your home for the long winter season
them.
On the exterior of your property, make sure your eavestroughs and downspouts are unclogged and working. A clogged gutter can lead to ice dams! Not fun in the freezing weather! Drain and disconnect all garden hoses and turn off outdoor water taps from the inside to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting. Store away any outdoor furniture, barbeques, to protect them from the snow and ice.
Are you a gardener? Putting the garden to bed for winter is a bittersweet but necessary job. Start by clearing out all spent annuals and vegetable plants. For perennials, don’t cut everything back immediately! Many plants benefit from leaving their undergrowth and seed heads intact over winter, and you can typically cut these back in early spring. You can add a layer of mulch (straw, leaves, or wood chips) around your
perennial beds, shrubs, and trees too. This acts as an insulating blanket, protecting roots from changing temperatures. Don’t forget to give your trees and shrubs a good, deep watering before the ground freezes solid, especially evergreens. Did you know that they continue to leak moisture throughout the winter?
Finally, your vehicle. A Manitoba winter can be incredibly tough on vehicles and being stranded in freezing temperatures is a situation everyone wants to avoid. Start with your tires. If you don’t already have them, now is the time to switch to winter tires. What a difference! They offer better grip and braking on snow and ice, and just help me feel safer. A helpful tip for is to look into the Winter Tire Program, which offers low interest financing those eligible for the purchase of qualifying winter tires. It can be a real life-
RECYCLE your Used Oil
ERICKSON WASTE TRANSFER STATION
During the summer months the Municipality of Clanwilliam-Erickson along with the Manitoba Association of Resource Recovery Corporation ran a used oil recycling promotion which included a draw for a chance to win 1 of 3 $50 Gift cards.
We would like to congratulate the following winners.
GIFT CARD WINNERS
- Rick Proven
- Brian Weatherald - Mitch Wozney
saver for getting the right gear for our challenging winters without a big upfront hit to your wallet. I was always taught to
also check your tire pressure regularly, as it decreases in colder weather, and get your battery tested too. Cold weather really challenges bat-
tery efficiency, and you don’t want to find yourself with a dead battery on a cold morning.
Do you have an emergency kit? Pack a winter emergency kit for your car. This should include jumper cables, a small shovel, a bag of sand or kitty litter for traction, a flashlight, blankets, non-perishable food, and extra warm clothing. It’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it… and I have used the one in my car a few times! Preparing for winter might seem like a lot, but tackling these tasks now will ensure a smoother, safer, and more comfortable transition into the colder months. So, embrace the fall, enjoy the last little bit of it… but get ready to also face winter head-on, knowing you’ve done everything you can to protect your home, your property, and yourself!
September 19,
Take Flight air show features WWII aircraft
Dauphin: The Herald –Twenty-one people were booked as passengers in one of three vintage aircraft, which flew in to the Lt. Col. W.G. (Billy) Barker VC Airport on the southern edge of Dauphin from the Commonwealth Air Museum, Brandon. The Take Flight air show featured a 1940 Harvard Mark II, a 1938 Fleet Finch I, and a 1944 Cornell PT-26. Organizers are hoping to host the event again next summer.
Roblin: The Review – The community of Roblin is pleased to see that Prairie Mountain Health has come through on its pledge to have two new physicians working in town by the fall. Drs. Zoia Khattak and Anahita Yousefiadib began working in Roblin in August and with Dr. Osourah agreeing to stay on for another year, the community has sometyhng it hasn’t had for a number of years – three full-time resident physicians on staff.
Pilot Mound: The Hometown View – At the Hlinka Gretzky Cup in Czechia, Carson Carels and Team Canada finished top in their pool –ahead of Finland, Czechia and Switzerland. Playing Finland in the bronze medal game, Carels and teammates brought home a bronze medal, winning 3-0. The son of Ryan and Stacey Carels of Cypress River played hockey for the Pilot Mound Hockey Academy Buffaloes prior to being drafted by the Prince George Cougars of the Western Hockey League. Born in 2008, Carels was the Cougars’ rookie of the year, last season.
Dauphin: The Herald –Members, acquaintances and friends of the Ag Heritage Club of Dauphin got a view how harvesting once was completed with a toss of sheaf, arm strong steering of an open combine or tractor, the hum of a working threshing machine, and a refreshing taste of homemade ice cream to cap off the day.
Roblin: The Review –Gord Wood, an educator with more than 29 years of experience has been hired as the new Assistant Superintendent, Programs and Planning, for the Mountain View School Division. Holding a Masters of Education degree in Educational Administration, Wood began his teaching career in Winnipegosis in the former Duck Mountain School Division. He also taught at Keeseekoowenin First Nation and within the Rolling River School Division, prior to moving to
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Treherne: The Times – As modern day combines churned through standing or swathed crops in the Treherne area on Sept. 1, other former farmers and friends wiped the sweat off the brow with a handkerchief like the older men and women did at a Threshing Demonstration at the Early Farm, southwest of Holland. This special event, honouring and recognizing what it took to thresh a field of grain, has led to an increase in crowds over recent years.
Whitewood: Grasslands News – With a new engineering report warning of widespread safety hazards on the crumbling sidewalks in Whitewood, SK, long awaited repairs may be come to fruition, but at a severe cost. Safesidewalks Canada Inc. found 187 separate defects across the community, with repair costs potentially being a half million dollars.
Moosomin: The WorldSpectator – Fundraising is a requirement for countless non-profit organizations including the Gateway Parish of Moosomin, which sold 720 cases of peaches as a fundraiser this summer. The peaches, brought fresh from British Columbia, were ready for pick up on Aug. 23 in Moosomin and Rocanville.
Killarney: The Guide –Hundreds of festival goers were drawn to downtown Killarney, thanks to the promotion of three days of music, artisans, food and more. The Killarney Lakeside Festival, which began a few years ago as the Sights and Sounds Festival, has achieved an amazing community attraction.
Whitewood: Grasslands News – Design to improve safety, access and amenities in a high-traffic industrial corridor, Legacy Co-op is planning to construct a new $18.5 million Travel Centre for professional drivers, RV travelers, and local motorists at the corner of Highway 9 and Grain Millers Road at Yorkton. Although the site is yet to be approved, Legacy Co-op looks to break ground in 2026.
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Spotted on a small slough just west of Ditch Lake, these American White Pelicans were fun to watch, as they took turns sleeping, then preening themselves, and stretching their wings. Smart fishermen, the birds know how to work together, and can commonly be spotted along Highway 45. They have a “distinctive, oversized” orange-yellow straight bill with a fairly large orange throat pouch.
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The falling leaves remind us it’s time for fallgarden chores
The fall equinox is officially the first day of fall. However, this does not necessarily mean that it is actually autumn in your garden. The word “equinox” means “equal night” in Latin. So when we have both spring and autumn equinox, the daytime and nighttime hours are very close to equal. If the earth took exactly 365 days to revolve around the sun, then the date of our spring equinox would not change from year to year. The earth’s orbital period takes about 365.25 days to complete one orbit around the sun. The standard Gregorian Calendar has 365 days in one year and every four years, there is a leap day to account for the extra quarter day. Because of each quarter-day, the equinoxes (and solstices) occur about six hours later each year. When it is a leap year, the extra day makes the date of the equinox earlier. The different time zones, which further complicate the actual date of the equinox.This year, the fall equinox will be on Sept. 22. In the garden, the plants do not realize the exact moment that the sun crosses the equator, but they certainly do realize that the days will be getting shorter, the light exposure will be decreasing and the temperatures will be cooling. This all tells the plants that they need to complete their lifecycle and prepare for the long winter rest.
Around the world, there are many autumnal equinox celebrations that include cultural festivals, religious holidays and other more naturebased activities. There is a common theme that is often seen as part of these celebrations that includes giving thanks for the harvest, preparing for the coming winter and of course celebrating the balance between light and dark.
In Japan, Buddhists honour their ancestors during Higan, which is a six-day holiday falling on the equinoxes. In China and Vietnam, one might participate in the mid-autumn festival with mooncakes and lanterns that symbolize unity and togetherness. Some activities you might be interested in to help celebrate this time is by going on scenic drives to enjoy the fall foliage, go apple picking or visit a local pumpkin patch. Prepare and share special meals that feature fall flavours like roasted root vegetables, soups, apple pies or
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perhaps making pumpkin pie spice. Bring the beauty of fall indoors by making wreaths or decorating your home with autumn colours.
An interesting fact is that the autumn equinox signals the start of the time where you can often see the aurora borealis. These auroras are caused by the interaction of the solar winds with the Earth’s magnetic field. The solar winds are particles of plasma that are escaping from the sun and moving into space. Due to the axial tilt of the Earth, at this time of year the solar wind from the sun is able to reach the Earth’s atmosphere more easily through our geomagnetic field. These disturbances are strongest around the spring and fall equinox. These particles collide in the Earth’s magnetic field with different elements in the air like oxygen and nitrogen and then these particles eventually will release photons of different wavelengths that provide the different colour of aurora or northern lights that we can see in the sky.
As gardeners, we plant spring flowering bulbs, harvest crops and prepare our soils for winter. We may also prune perennials, divide plants, rake leaves, plant fall crops and generally prepare to take a break from our summer gardening chores. Our flannel and fleece reappears and we often wonder at the coolness of the evening air. Already, I have found myself waking a bit later as I am always attuned to when the sun rises and sets and generally all of the motions of the earth around me.
Happy Autumn! Hanbidge is the Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture. Find us at www.orchid hort.com; emailgrowyourfuture@gmail.comor on facebook @orchidhort.
Reducing the risk of birth defects
Q: We’re planning to get pregnant, and I wondered what you could suggest to make sure I have a healthy baby? – Donna R., Fort Worth, TX
A: Around 3.6 million babies will be born in the U.S. this year, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in every 33 will have a birth defect of some kind.
Although not all defects are avoidable, many can be prevented. According to a new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 66% of reproductive-age women have at least one modifiable risk factor for birth defects, such as low levels of vitamins B9 (folate) and B12, unmanaged diabetes, obesity, and exposure to cigarette smoke – and many have more than one. So, make an appointment with your doctor for a complete checkup and discuss ways to achieve a healthy weight (if that’s needed) before you become pregnant.
Also, you and your partner should start taking a prenatal vitamin at least six months prior to conception. That reduces the risk of spinal defects by over 80% and of childhood cancers before the age of 6 by more than 65%. Get a nutritionist to evaluate your diet and get started taking any other supplements your checkup reveals that you need. The Cleveland Clinic says folic acid, iron, calcium, vitamin D, omega-3 DHA, and iodine are important nutrients to have in your diet (and from supplements) throughout your pregnancy.
If you’re a smoker or live with one, check out 800-QUITNOW (you can get a “quit coach”). I also believe that you have to avoid highly processed and sugar-added foods and get at least seven servings of fruits and vegetables daily. And preg-
nant women can – and should – exercise. Talk to your doctor about doing 300 minutes of moderate-intensity activity, such as walking, swimming, or stationary cycling, every week. For more support and information, check out my book, “YOU: Having a Baby: The Owner’s Manual to a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy.”
Q: I’m dreading getting older – I’m 62 now. How can I change my outlook? – Raye T., St. Paul, MN
A: That’s a wonderful question and shows you are ready to take positive control of your future. Attitude matters. You can empower yourself to have a better outlook on your life –and better health physically and emotionally – by nurturing a posse of friends to talk and play with and by challenging yourself to make positive changes in your life when you feel oppressed by negativity.
1. Write out how you spend your time: working, watching TV, exercising, eating, interacting with friends, sleeping, etc. What seems out of balance?
2. Write out a list of your interests – and decide which of those to give a try.
3. Figure out what you need more of. Time to exercise? Time to do a hobby or volunteer? Time with your posse? Go for it!
Actions matter, too. Lifestyle habits that make your brain age prematurely are guaranteed to make your older years less enjoyable – and
shorter. A Stanford University study shows that, over a 15year period, a person with a biologically aged brain is 300% more likely to develop Alzheimer’s and 182% more likely to die.
So, how can you have a long and healthy lifespan?
1. Ditch red and red processed meats, highly processed foods, added sugars; enjoy a plant-based diet rich in healthy fats.
2. Get 10,000 steps/step equivalents daily and do two strength-building workouts weekly.
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3. Cultivate that posse and embrace a purpose.
4. Enjoy speed-of-processing games.
5. Adopt a healthy sleep routine.
6. Don’t smoke or vape and wear a mask when air quality is poor.
7. Reduce exposure to plastics by using glass and metal containers, never microwaving food in plastics and using nonplastic cutting boards. Consider therapeutic plasma exchange and regular blood donation.
8. Laugh, love, explore, and repeat! For more help, check out “You: The Owner’s Manual (revised).”
Health pioneer Michael Roizen, M.D., is chief wellness officer emeritus at the Cleveland Clinic and author of four No. 1 New York Times bestsellers. Check out his latest, “The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow,” and find out more at www.longevityplaybook.com. Email your health and wellness questions to Dr. Mike at questions@longevityplaybook.com.
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JOHNSTON: In loving memory of our dear mom and grandma Janet who passed away Sept. 20, 2010. Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently we gather and treasure them all. Some may forget now that you are gone; We will remember no matter how long.
-Forever loved by Melvin, Shirley and Wilf, Colton, Denver, and Devon
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Notice to members of the Riding Mountain Progressive Conservative Association. A meeting to select delegates to the Annual General Meeting of the PC Party of Manitoba on Nov. 7 and 8 will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 5:30 p.m.. For log-in details please call Judy at 204-773-6347.
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We are looking to hire a fully certified light duty mechanic. This is a full-time position. Duties to include, but not limited to: general mechanical repairs, oil changes, install and balance tires, perform tire rotations, etc. Individual must be organized, highly motivated, and have a keen eye for detail. Individual should have excellent communication and people skills and take pride in delivering outstanding customer service and quality workmanship.
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ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION invites applications for CLEANER and CUSTODIAN Positions
Provide custodial and cleaning services to ensure effective physical operation and a positive physical environment through cleanliness of assigned School Division building. Permanent - 12 months per year Monday to Friday
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