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By Caitlyn Gowriluk crêpe). A few times every summer since Since opening the store last May, the they opened last year, Brian and Don- Austfjords have provided this expe- na Austfjord welcome a busload of rience seven times: twice so far this tourists from Iceland to the Hnausa summer and fi ve times last year. Each General Store, their business that has busload, Brian Austfjord said, brings created a community with Canadian about 50 people to the store. Most of and Icelandic culture at its heart. them are middle-aged, he said — and Brian — a self-described “closet his- some don’t speak much English — but torian” and second-generation Cana- they all have one thing in common: dian of Icelandic descent — pulls out they have come to Hnausa to learn some of the historical books, maps more about the experience of settlers and charts he keeps at home that help in New Iceland nearly 150 years ago. EXPRESS PHOTOS BY CAITLYN GOWRILUK tell the story of New Iceland, a region That’s why the Austfjords have a The Hnausa General Store is located in Hnausa. on Lake Winnipeg that was settled in new project in the works: the Breida- 1875 with immigrants from Iceland. vik Nja Island Historic Library & Re- Donna — also of Icelandic descent, source Centre, set to open just behind though her Icelandic ancestors are the store in Hnausa sometime next several generations further removed year. than her husband’s — brings out cof- “I’m a proud Icelander,” said Austf- fee for the guests and prepares some jord. “We are very proud, and we are traditional dishes to help round out very documented, about who our an- the experience of Icelandic history in cestors were. [There] are all the books Manitoba. Some favourites include that I have, plus all the old Icelandic vínarterta (a multi-layered Icelandic books that I have, plus all the old cake) and pönnukökur (a thin Ice- maps and charts… This is why I would landic pancake similar to the French like to have a museum: so that I could Baker

Law Hnausa General Store owner Brian Austfjord stands next to a 10- by 20-foot piece of fl ooring salvaged from the former community club in Hnausa that he plans to install inside the Breidavik Nja Island Historic CORPORATION Library & Resource Centre now under construction behind the store. share that with people.” many children they had [and] some of Although the museum is still at least the hardships that they went through,” several months from opening to the said Austfjord, “so that [visitors] can Providing full time legal service to public, Austfjord already has a specif- experience not only their lineage and ic vision for what kind of experience stuff like that but some of the pioneer- families and small businesses people can expect when its doors fi - ing spirit that they had.” nally open next year. While the museum will be a new in Gimli and the Interlake. “It’s not just a museum where you challenge, Austfjord said that some- come in [and] you see an old spinning thing he has started saying to the bus- If you are buying or selling real estate now or in the near future, wheel and a cream can,” said Austf- loads of Icelandic tourists at the store call us to discuss the important legal issues that you will need to jord. “There will be books; there will has become something of a guiding know about. Call us for more information and to fi nd out how be literature; there will be maps; there principle for its mission. We are here when you need us. will be charts.” “What I tell them is this: The only we can help you. Austfjord said he hopes he can help thing that separates us as Icelanders Our offi ce is open 9-5 Mon to Fri people get more in touch with their here with you guys in Iceland is an Grant D. Baker 72 Centre Street, Gimli, MB Icelandic heritage by bringing their ocean and 142 years,” said Austfjord. 204-642-8681 or ancestors’ stories to life. “But your history is my history.” Barrister, Solicitor and Notary “These books have their life in short: The Hnausa General Store is located 1-866-487-5688 where they lived, what they did, how in Hnausa. The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 3 A leap from the sky to aid Gimli-based food bank By Roger Newman cerned with getting back to school er Branch. She moved on to Winnipeg ens. She is using Facebook and Insta- Marlane Lillia Mazur is going to and there is a tendency to forget about where she worked 18 years with youth gram as well as sitting all day Satur- jump from an airplane at age 72 to the food bank,” said Mazur of an EBN at the Marymound school and group day at a desk near the entrance to the help the East Inter- program that annually homes before she settled in Gimli. EBN store. lake’s less fortunate delivers 1,600 hampers “I loved working with young people “My goal is to raise $5,000 and I’m citizens. in the region. “I want to and am still in touch with many Mary- already passed the $3,500 mark,” said Mazur has scheduled keep awareness of the mound graduates,” said Mazur, who Mazur, who is planning an airport her fi rst-ever skydive hampers alive so that this has four children and two grandchil- celebration when the terra is over and for Saturday afternoon “MY GOAL important need won’t be dren of her own. she is back on the fi rma. on Sept. 8 to raise IS TO RAISE overlooked.” Now she is concentrating on col- She dismisses the notion that she is funds for the Gimli- The cause is close to Ma- lecting pledges and donations for her based Evergreen Basic $5,000 AND zur’s heart because she is forthcoming descent from the heav- Continued on page 7 Needs food bank. both an EBN volunteer She’s billing it as I’M ALREADY and an employee-cook at “Marlane’s Leap of PASSED THE the non-profi t organiza- Faith Fundraiser,” an tion’s Gimli restaurant- event that will take $3,500 MARK.” thrift store. place over Gimli Air- She’s also an optimis- port with the help of tic, upbeat person who RED the Manitoba Skydivers Club. has produced two inspirational books “I’ve scheduled the jump for Sep- since she started journalling by fl ash- tember because everybody is con- light in bed while growing up in Fish- DOT

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By Roger Newman and Caitlyn Gowriluk Currently, Sigmundson is vice-chair D.J. (Danny Jo or Daniel) Sigmund- of the Interlake Eastman Regional son offi cially entered the race for Health Foundation. In 2002, he led a Gimli mayor during a well-attended successful campaign to raise $1 mil- campaign launch at the Chicken Chef lion for the expansion of the Gimli Restaurant Aug. 21 in the communi- hospital. His community service also ty’s downtown district. includes a variety of roles for the Born and raised in Gimli, Sigmund- Gimli Kinsmen Club and volunteer- son served as chief administrative ing for the Icelandic Festival. offi cer (CAO) for the former Town of Now he wants to lead Gimli into a Gimli in the early 2000s. He’s current- new era of economic development in ly CAO for the RM of St. Clements. conjunction with the Gimli Chamber Sigmundson spoke about the need of Commerce. for economic development, rebuild- “I will strive to attract workers with ing trust in and respect for Gimli’s skills to our community and make it municipal government, and provid- a place where people want to live,” he ing multiple opportunities for citizens said. to have their views known on munici- While Sigmundson did not an- pal projects so that proper consulta- nounce any specifi c plans for his may- tion takes place. oral platform, he said it can be boiled “I just really care about Gimli,” said down to two main points: citizen en- Sigmundson. “I’m unhappy about gagement and public participation. some of the decisions that have been “I think the whole point of consulta- made, and how they’ve been made, tion is not to come to the table and say, and I didn’t want to just complain ‘I’m going to do this. I’m going to do about it. I wanted to participate and that,’” he said. “We’re going to work work with the community to come with the public, hopefully make some up with better outcomes: ones that decisions, hear some information, involved more consultation, more have feedback [and] bring those deci- EXPRESS PHOTO BY CAITLYN GOWRILUK engagement, more decisions that we sions back to the people. … I think it’s Daniel (D.J.) Sigmundson, one of three Gimli mayoral candidates reg- could make together as a community.” very much about the process. istered as of Aug. 23, held a campaign platform launch at the Chicken Sigmundson was introduced by for- “I’m hearing mostly that people Chef restaurant in Gimli on Aug. 21. mer Gimli mayor Bill Barlow, with don’t feel listened to, that they’re left whom he served on town council, in the dark. They fi nd it diffi cult to get some projects too quick without con- tion,” said Sigmundson. and the audience of about 70 people information.” sultation. … I would hope that I could Sigmundson is running against in- included retired senator Janis John- The platform launch, which was gather more people together to help cumbent mayor Randy Woroniuk son and past councillors Gil Strachan, streamed on Facebook Live, included us build a community.” and former Gimli mayor Lynn Green- Doug Kozlowski and Jack Valgardson. a question period in which Sigmund- In response to one question, Sig- berg, who was defeated by Woroniuk The fi rst-time mayoral candidate is a son fi elded inquiries related to mari- mundson said he is open to the idea in 2014. There is also a possibility of certifi ed professional accountant and juana and rebuilding trust in the com- of expanding the size of Gimli council more contenders entering the fi eld as a certifi cate-holder in municipal gov- munity. from fi ve to seven members in order the RM is accepting nominations for ernment with a background as CAO “We need a vision for the commu- to increase the diversity of ideas and mayor until Sept. 18. and consultant for the past 24 years. nity,” he told the crowd. “I think we’ve perhaps include more women coun- The election takes place on Oct. 24. He would combine his mayoralty du- all sensed that we’re drifting away cillors. ties with his work as St. Clements from what made Gimli Gimli over the “I like the idea and think it could be CAO. past few years. We’ve moved along the subject of a community conversa- Eriksdale to host annual corn roast and old-time dance By Jeff Ward this year they are getting rid of the and upstairs. Still in the works is appliances. The upgrades have been The annual corn roast event that evening dance as the attendance new lighting in the arena and curl- pricey and total more than $80,000 serves as a large fundraiser for the hasn’t been what they were hoping ing rink. worth of improvements to the fa- Eriksdale Recreation Centre is tak- for. However, the Old Time Coun- “You gotta keep on [the renova- cility. But these are all in service of ing place Sunday, Sept. 2, and or- try Dance with live music has been tions] if you want to keep it usable,” keeping the building up to date and ganizers are hoping to see a large growing in popularity. This year’s said Saunders. making it a space that people want crowd come out and enjoy a hot event will feature music from local “The building is 50-plus years old to spend time in. meal and fresh roasted corn. band Country Pride. and it’s still in pretty good shape. Saunders said that the corn roast The Eriksdale Corn Roast started Last year, the fundraiser profi ted We don’t have a particular project will likely bring in over 300 people 65 years ago, but this year’s event $2,000 for the Rec Centre, which was for what we raise from the corn roast to the space this weekend. will only have one dance. The Old used for upgrades within the facility. yet. We’ll regroup and fi nd out what Tickets are available at the door Time Country Dance will take place Saunders said that upgrades to the our next priority is.” and cost $15 for the dance only, $12 from 1 to 5 p.m. and the corn roast ceilings in both the dance and bar The Rec Centre also got a slew of for the corn roast only and $25 for dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. hall have been completed this year upgrades to the canteen this year both. Organizer Jerry Saunders said that as well as new lighting in both halls with new fl ooring, countertops and The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 5 Distinguished citizen to be honoured by new Dunnottar Park

By Roger Newman The Village of Dunnottar council will open a new park this fall to honour the memory of a local citizen who made a signifi cant contribution to banking and the indigenous community. Mayor Rick Gamble announced the creation of the Linda Park promenade at a luncheon Saturday at the Matlock Recreation Centre. The new park will be on the south side of Whytewold’s Tugela Creek near the midway point of the village’s walking trails. Park died at 58 in 2007 after a distin- guished Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) career where she spearheaded nu- merous programs involving the In- digenous community in banking. She grew up in the Matlock and pre- pared for her career by acquiring a bachelor of arts from the University of Winnipeg and a diploma in business administration from Red River Com- munity College before working for Jenny Park, the matriarch of the the Royal Bank in Winnipeg, Montreal Park family, is still active in the and Toronto. Dunnottar community at age 93. The highlights of her career were re- EXPRESS PHOTOS BY ROGER NEWMAN called at the luncheon by retired Roy- Dunnottar Mayor Rick Gamble, Wendy Phillips and Reid McLellan al Bank executive Reid McLellan and at the University of Manitoba. were principal participants at the announcement that a Dunnottar Park’s sister Wendy Phillips, who also “Linda was a pioneer of sorts who greenspace will be named after the late bank executive Linda Park. works for RBC in Toronto. pushed the envelope on projects,” Phillips is the sister of Park, who grew up in Matlock and developed McLellan said Park was a dedicated McLennan said. “She also had the bank programs to assist the Indigenous community. banker who forged strong ties be- ability to look at both sides of argu- ments.” tween RBC and the Indigenous com- in the church and community activi- park will be a place of respite and qui- Wendy Phillips said her sister’s heri- munity. ties,” Wendy Phillips said. “ It was this et as people walk along our network tage traced back to her grandparents He said she was responsible for the foundation that shaped Linda’s val- of walking trails.” Gilbert and Jane Harper, who lived fi rst RBC branch to open on a reserve ues and created her desire to make a The luncheon announcement was on the St. Peter’s reserve near Selkirk at Peguis First Nation, the forma- valuable contribution to the world.” just the fi rst phase of bringing the new and moved to Matlock so that their tion of the bank’s Aboriginal bank- Also speaking at the luncheon was park to life. It will be offi cially opened children could go to a good school. ing division and the establishment of Rev. Robin Mather, an Anglican min- and blessed in early fall by Rev. Stan- Linda grew up in a large family whose the bank’s annual Aboriginal Youth ister and prominent Dunnottar citi- ley McKay, a Petersfi ed resident and matriarch Jenny Park is still active in Achievement Awards in 12 different zen. former head of the United Church of the Dunnottar community at age 93. categories. As well, Park championed “This community is Linda Park’s ex- Canada. “Our parents carried on the tradition the fi rst program for Aboriginal youth tended family,” Mather said. “Her new of our grandparents, who were active Annual trap shoot this weekend in Lundar 3 Staff The Ducks Unlimited 27th annual Lakeshore Trap Shoot get a ticket. You can get one from the organizers Don Law is this Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Lundar Trap Club and tick- at 762-5519 or Kevin Halldorson at 762-5115 or by going to ets are on sale now. ducks.ca/events to purchase tickets online. 319 First Street E., Stonewall, MB Tickets are $50 each or $40 for juniors and dinner tickers Dinner begins at 5 p.m.. SHOWTIMES: Please check individual listings are just $25. There will be prizes for all shooters, a silent Due to various picture lengths showtimes vary auction and raffl es to take part in. There are two ways to 204-467-8401 PROGRAM SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE PLEASE NOTE Cash only our offi ce will be closed for FRI TO THURS AUG 31-SEPT 6 Take care of details so they CLOSED TUESDAY Labour Day, Monday, September 3. THE at 8:00 pm each night don’t have to. Just ask Ken. MEG Deadline for the Sept 6 edition will be Friday, August 31 by 4:00 pm. Adult Accompaninment Under 14; Frightening Scenes 14A

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PUBLISHER SALES Province allowing livestock producers to cut hay on Crown land Lana Meier Brett Mitchell By Jeff Ward used temporarily to cut hay. ing producers who have to purchase Livestock producers feeling the heat “Pastures and forage crops in parts feed? These costs will undoubtedly be after a very dry summer can now ac- of Manitoba have been greatly affect- high,” said Abas. cess Crown land and cut hay to sup- ed by low levels of rain and dry soils In a press release, the province stat- plement their own feed. this summer,” said Eichler. ed that under certain circumstances Producers across Interlake have “By providing producers with ad- Crown land can be made available for been struggling this season in getting ditional options, such as access to agricultural use. REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER SALES a proper yield from their hay fi elds. Crown land, we are easing the burden “The Agricultural Crown Lands Patricia Barrett Branden Meier David Gleich from Eriksdale said on farmers who are seeing low yields Leasing program will administer the that he’s only been able to yield 45 to on forage crops.” use of available land and provide 50 per cent of the hay he got last year. Abas said that this move to tempo- necessary permits. Livestock must be Jamal Abas from Hodgson said he’s rarily open Crown land fi elds for this removed when the naturally existing also seen a signifi cant drop in hay purpose is a good move by the gov- forage is exhausted or by Oct. 31, 2018. production, and John Bezemer from ernment but expressed some concern Baled hay must be removed by Nov. Ashern saw a 75 per cent drop in yield with access to these fi elds. 15, 2018.” on his fi eld. These issues are not iso- “Barriers with respect to access is Producers looking to get a permit or REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER PRODUCTION Jeff Ward Debbie Strauss lated to the Interlake and are being potentially an issue. Some farms are who need more information can con- felt all over the province. closer than others to viable pieces of tact their local Manitoba Agriculture Last week, Manitoba Agriculture Crown land. The cost to move equip- offi ce or call the department at 1-844- Minister Ralph Eichler announced ment to cut bale and haul hay could 769-6224. Producers can also visit that Crown land not normally desig- add up very fast. The big question www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture and fi nd nated for agricultural use can now be is will the government look at help- more information under Quick Links.

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Hi gang. you would like to share with your fel- Nancy, also in shorts and hoodie, The fi rst signs of fall have quickly low anglers?” I asked. seemed a little cold from the wind appeared, driving folks to squeeze in She thought for a moment and then with her hands in her pockets and her a few last summer activities — other launched into story from her youth. rod imprisoned between her legs and than fi shing. I say that because last “I was 12 years old when mom and chair. Both had slight streaks of grey week when I went to the three fi shing dad began taking me fi shing and I through their dark hair. As we talked, spots I wanted to feature, I found only loved it. Dad taught me how to clean I could feel their deep understanding solitary couples. Fortunately for us, and cook a fi sh over a fi re. Once I could of nature and their bond to each other. they all had good fi shing stories. do that, he gave me his knife and soon “Thirty years we’ve been together,” EXPRESS PHOTO BY ARNIE WEIDL Early in the week, upstream of Sel- when I caught fi sh, I would go off by Vance declared, “and we’ve fi shed ev- Ria Giroux of Winnipeg with kirk on the banks of the Red, I found myself, make a fi re, then cook and eat erywhere.” her catch from the Red River a kind, quiet fellow fi shing with his them. I remember my mom would call “I remember last year we were boat upstream of Selkirk. not-so-quiet, energetic daughter. out to me, ‘I see smoke. What are you fi shing on the far side of the river here As I picked my way down a narrow eating?’” on an overcast day with choppy waves Last Saturday, I strolled down the steep trail to the fl atter bank, the girl Around midweek, I thought it was and I thought I got a snag. I lowered Gimli pier and again I could only jumped up from her folding chair. She time to visit anglers at Pine Falls. my rod, reeling in, then hauled up see one couple fi shing. I approached turned to me with a big bright smile as Again, there was no one around ex- on what felt like dead weight. Again them as they sat tending their rods I called out, “Have you had any luck?” cept for one couple. I parked and and again, I reeled and hauled. Then and asked if they had a story. Like the “You bet,” she remarked as I handed carefully walked along the wobbly a curious wave moving in a zigzag Fletts, they were open and friendly. her my card. pier being pitched about by choppy fashion with smaller waves on either They started chuckling, eyeing each “I’m Ria Giroux and that’s my dad, waves. side appeared on the surface about other as a story came to mind. Romeo Siminig, sitting in the shade “How’s it going, guys?” I made to 10 boat-lengths away. Abruptly, the “Can I ask your names?” I quickly in- of the willows over there,” she said as open a conversation. spiny back of a sturgeon came out of terjected before they started. she walked to the water’s edge and “Nothing yet,” a jovial chap in shorts the water. With a slow, strong whip of “We’re Moises and Helena Rego pulled up a string of bass and walleye. and hoodie responded. “We’re Vance its tail, it ran with my line.” from Winnipeg,” they chimed in. “Is there a fi shing experience that and Nancy Flett from Winnipeg,” Vance loosened the drag and let it With graying hair, round faces and go. comfortable bodies cradled in well- “How long have we been going?” he used chairs, they told how last week called to Nancy. Moises’ nephew Nuno met them on Help for the Humane Society “Two hours. Have you had enough?’ the Gimli pier with his three-year she asked. old-son Leo. Moises had bought little “No,“ he grunted rocking back and blond-haired Leo a kids’ fi shing rod. forth in time with his reeling and Now, Moises has a sense of humour, hauling as the tug of wills went on. and when Leo wasn’t looking, he Slowly he brought the grey-white snuck a big minnow on the boy’s hook four-foot-long delta-tailed sturgeon and tossed the line in the water. to the boat’s side with Vance’s arms “Leo, come reel in your fi sh,” Moises aching and rigid from hours of ten- called to the lad. sion. Then suddenly a rogue wave Leo was beside himself, trembling slapped the side of the boat, rocking it with excitement as he grabbed his rod wildly, and his line snapped. The fi sh and furiously reeled in that minnow. was gone. Vance shook his arms back Now Leo is constantly after his dad to to life, smiling, looking at the water go catch “baby fi sh.” where the fi sh had disappeared. It See you next week. Bye now. had been a good fi ght. > LEAP FROM THE SKY, FROM PG. 3 brave for parachuting at an age close to the edge myself and what when many seniors have settled saved me was my support sys- for more sedate pleasures. She tem.” says age is just a number and she Once the jump is over, Mazur EXPRESS PHOTO BY ROGER NEWMAN can train hard for the jump be- will return to her EBN duties and Amanda Burke, owner of Sunshine Daycare in Gimli’s Vesturland dis- cause she is in good health except fi nish writing her third book both for a wonky wrist. at home and at her favourite Gim- trict, and her youngsters held a lemonade sale last Tuesday to benefi t “The brave are the families li hangout — Robin’s Donuts. the Gimli Humane Society animal shelter. Burke said she arranged the struggling to pay bills, buy cloth- “It’s about the 101 blessings in sale so the youngsters would learn a lesson in life about helping the ing and put food on the table,” my life, “ said the always-optimis- community through volunteering. She said the lemonade sale will be- Mazur said.” And the heroes are tic author, who goes by Marlane come an annual event and the benefi ciary next year will be the Ever- people from all walks of life who Lillia because she has a name- green Basic Needs food bank. step up to help them. I have been sake in the region. 8 The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 Decades of volunteering to help preserve Eriksdale history By Jeff Ward with summer students. But we think The board for the Eriksdale Cream- that time is worth it.” ery Museum has spent years of their Selkirk-Interlake-Eastman MP lives dedicated to persevering the his- James Bezan spoke during Cream- tory of the town. ery Days last weekend, saying he And for one weekend each summer, remembers only three kinds of but- they get to witness the fruits of their ter on the table when he was a kid: efforts as hundreds fl ock to the build- Inglis, Inwood and Eriksdale. Bezan, ing for Creamery Days. who is an outspoken advocate for lo- The time that the eight board mem- cal museums and history, said events bers spent working to apply for grants, like Creamery Days are important re- raise funds to do repairs or improve- minders of where we come from and ments and to organize events is all the institutions that hold so much his- worth it, they say. tory. Board member Andrea Sweetland Like all museums, the Eriksdale said work is hard and sometimes feels Creamery Museum is a time machine like an impossible mountain to climb. back to a period that would be diffi cult Doreen Lamoureux, board presi- to comprehend without it. Creamery dent, said there are some years that Days gives board members the chance feel like this will be the last time she to see a high volume of people come volunteers. But time and time again, out and appreciate all the hard work they come back emboldened by the they’ve done over the year. feedback from previous years and “We don’t want them to go home pushed to do better, improve the and forget about it. We want to hear EXPRESS PHOTO BY JEFF WARD event, offer more ways for visitors to their stories the next week about how Board members, front row, left to right: Elaine Henrotte, Doreen educate themselves and work harder much fun it was. That helps us keep Lamoureux, Sandra Ryden, Andrea and Raymond Sweetland are proud to preserve the history of the town. going,” said board vice-president San- of the work they do each year to make Creamery Days possible. Back “We’ve all been doing it for so long dra Ryden. row: summer students Dawson Torgerson and Jesse LeStrat. Missing now, it’s hard to stop,” said Sweetland. Sweetland said members are tired from the photo are board members Ross Gumbrill, Arlene Darknell and “It’s a lot of work each year just to the weeks before the event, they’re Brenda Tegelberg. organize Creamery Days but we also tired during and they’re tired after. work a lot to make sure the museum It’s an exhausting amount of prep to it each year because it’s fun and the passion for their work and Eriksdale’s is open through the summer, staffed make sure it goes well. But they do feedback they get makes it so their history never fades. Dunnottar implements sustainability plan in critical times

By Roger Newman ment Solutions. There is an accelerated need for all Ostermann opened the meeting by communities to adopt a plan to com- briefi ng the 60-person audience on bat climate change caused by global the major elements of the plan. She warming. said the four-pillar plan has eight Village of Dunnottar mayor Rick sub-themes including the mainte- Gamble gave this warning Saturday nance of water quality, natural areas, morning just before the village coun- green infrastructure, renewable en- cil unveiled its recently passed sus- ergy, heritage, wellness, fi nance and tainabilty plan at a public meeting at the local economy, and connections to the Matlock Recreation Centre. other communities. “The need for action has changed “Implementation of the plan is go- from urgent to critical,” Gamble said, ing to be a resident-driven process citing this summer’s worldwide for- and everybody must get involved if it est fi res and fl oods plus the harmful is to succeed,” said Ostermann, who algae destroying fi sh and plant life off noted initial input in the plan’s prepa- the Florida coast. ration also came from the East Inter- Gamble hopes other communities lake Conservation District and Com- will follow on Dunnottar’s heels in munity Futures East Interlake. developing their own sustainability Gamble said the plan was fi nanced plans. with the help of a $38,000 grant from EXPRESS PHOTO BY ROGER NEWMAN The village plan — three years in the the Federation of Canadian Munici- Riverton environmental company executive Mark Myrowich, left, con- making — is intended to guarantee palities and a $19,170 grant from the sultant Tanis Ostermann and Dunnottar Mayor Rick Gamble display Dunnottar’s future as a sustainable Manitoba government. He said coun- Dunnottar’s new sustainability plan. community environmentally, eco- cil has money to start implementing nomically, socially and through com- some of the recommended actions ery three-year period.” “We have to use multiple platforms munity partnerships. It was prepared and others will be fi nanced by more Audience member Mark Myrowich to get everybody involved right away by council representatives and village grant applications. was so impressed with the need for including young people, “ said Myro- volunteers with guidance and assis- “We’ll also be appointing a com- urgency that he set up a Facebook wich, who is a Matlock cottager and tance from St. Andrews-based con- munity committee this fall to monitor page for the sustainability cause while owner of the Erosion Control Blanket sultant Tanis Ostermann, the owner the plan’s progress,”the mayor said. the meeting was still in progress. environmental company in Riverton. and principal of CanSustain Manage- “We’ll look at how we’re doing in ev- The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 9 Peterson Agencies donates to Lundar Lutheran food program

By Jeff Ward some. We do grocery hampers, but A generous $5,000 donation to the sometimes people can’t wait for those Lundar Lutheran Church from Pe- to be fi lled.” tersen Agencies Ltd. will help put Thorkelson said the donation was food on the table for many Interlake the fi rst of its kind for the church. She families and strengthen food pro- remembered in the past a few dona- grams in Lundar. tions that went above and beyond. The donation stems from Saskatche- Alice Petersen, who happens to be wan Mutual Insurance (SMI) that do- Grant Petersen’s aunt, donated all of nates a pool of funds to their top per- the Christmas Hampers herself one forming brokers, including Petersen year. Another year, Sigfusson North- Agencies Ltd. in Lundar, to charities ern shut down a job site and donated of those brokers’ choice. their leftover produce. Kerry and Grant Petersen were cho- Donations are vital to keeping these sen as one of the fi rms and picked the programs alive. Thorkelson said the Lundar Lutheran Church as the bene- expense of buying food is going up factor for their donation. The church and it’s making it harder and harder will use the money to support four dif- to fi ll those hampers or programs. ferent organizations, including Lun- Hampers are given out all year round. dar School’s breakfast program, the “It’s very important for people to Community Christmas hamper pro- know that we’re always looking for gram and the Lance Merritt Support donations. We need fi nancial support, Centre. Part of the $5,000 will also be and this donation is great. But there donated to Winnipeg Harvest which are hungry people out there,” said will be used to support the Highway Thorkelson. 6 Food Bank. The money donated by SMI through Cindy Thorkelson oversees the the Petersens will go a long way to church’s Sunday School program, fi lling up those boxes and making which also operates the Christmas sure those programs are stocked. But Hamper program. She was very sur- money is a fi nite resource, and in only prised when Kerry Petersen told her a few months time, the Christmas about the donation back in June. season will be here and the need will EXPRESS PHOTO BY JEFF WARD “It was quite a surprise, a wonderful grow. Lundar Lutheran Church chair Cindy Thorkelson and vice-chair Faye surprise,” said Thorkelson. Those wanting to donate can call Goranson, left, stand in front of two fi lled grocery hampers. A recent “We’re going to make sure that this Cindy Thorkelson at 204-762-5378 for $5,000 donation will help keep those hampers fi lled and support other money goes towards feeding people more information. local food programs in Lundar. because times are tough out there for

Lake St. Martin members continue to return to rebuilt community

Submitted 2011. Our government continues to scheduled to be completed by No- Quick Facts Canada, Manitoba and Lake St. work with partners to complete the vember 2019. Martin First Nation are working to- remaining work so that more fami- Lake St. Martin chief and council • As of July 25, 2018, 284 individu- gether to bring home residents dis- lies can return to the community are working with the Canadian Red als, or a total of 155 households, have placed by severe fl ooding in 2011. and have a safe place to call home. Cross to help residents who wish returned to the rebuilt Lake St. Mar- The Honourable Jane Philpott, the I am pleased to see that these efforts the return to the community come tin community. federal minister of Indigenous Ser- are now reaching their fi nal stages, back home. • In addition to the 190 homes now vices, the Honourable Eileen Clarke, with all work expected to be com- “Our people have been through completed, work continues on an- minister of Indigenous and North- pleted in just over a year from now,” so much in the past seven years. other 130 homes scheduled to be ern Relations for the Province of said Philpott. It’s comforting to know some of our completed by November 2019. Manitoba, and Lake St. Martin First The community, which has been members have returned home. How- • All required infrastructure is Nation marked the completion of rebuilt above the 2011 fl ood levels, ever, we still have over 300 people complete: public works garage, fi re 190 homes in the newly rebuilt Lake has already completed construction wanting to return to our traditional hall, temporary administration of- St. Martin community earlier this on vital infrastructure including a lands. Much work, negotiations and fi ce, and water and wastewater month. The housing project repre- public works garage, a fi re hall, and planning must be done to see the treatment and distribution facilities. sents an investment of $49.5 million, water and sewage treatment facili- next wave of members return home • The Government of Canada is which has been cost-shared equally ties. in the fall of 2019. We look forward to providing $19.7 million for the con- between Canada and the Province A new school for students from the continued work with our various struction of the new school. of Manitoba. kindergarten to Grade 12 is expect- partners to ensure completion of • Canada and Manitoba have also “Members of Lake St. Martin First ed to open by September 2018, sup- Operation Return Home,” said Chief invested in the development and Nation have demonstrated remark- ported by a $19.7-million investment Adrian Sinclair. servicing of the new community site, able strength and resiliency in their from the Government of Canada. located on higher ground above the efforts to rebuild their community Construction also continues on record fl ood levels experienced in following the devastating fl ood of an additional 130 homes, which are 2011. 10 The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 Ashern to host live threshing demonstration Threshermen’s Reunion this Sunday at pioneer museum

By Jeff Ward Ebbers said she is very excited for the A new milestone for the board mem- event, which is a big moment for the bers of the Ashern Pioneer Museum museum. will happen this Sunday as oats plant- This year’s crop of oats will be har- ed on the museum grounds last year vested and stored in the shed for next will be threshed and bound, marking year’s event. The demonstration is to a new legacy for their annual celebra- be historically accurate to the time- tion. frame the museum caters to. The use The 26th annual Mini Thresher- of horse power to sow the grain and men’s Reunion takes place on Sept. 2 prepare the fi eld in the spring com- at the museum from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. bined with the power of the Mother The event will feature live music, a Nature to make sure the grain gets skit titled “A Story of the Past,” tractor enough water. The extreme heat and displays, museum tours, a barbecue dry conditions this summer have been lunch and much more. tough on farms all over the Interlake. The main event is the live dem- Ebbers said on her farm west of onstration of grain threshing and town, the conditions have been poor, binding. The oats growing on the but Ashern has received just enough fi eld at the museum this summer rain over the summer to keep the oats will be threshed next year, and this growing. EXPRESS PHOTO BY JEFF WARD year marks the fi rst time in which Admission for the event is $5 for an Priscilla and Rick Ebbers and their grandson Hugh stand in front of the grain grown at the museum will be adult and children 12 and under are huge pile of grain harvested on the fi eld last year. These oats will be threshed. $2. Profi ts from the event go towards separated from their stalks this weekend. Museum board member Priscilla maintaining the museum. Gimli council approves plans for pups, plants

By Caitlyn Gowriluk within the next month. use it,” said Murphy. Palson said she has been working Gimli council approved plans that While the initial dog park will be Council has been researching other with the EICD on developing that included a proposal for a dog park simple — with some fencing, gates dog parks in the province and will green space for the past two years. The and a project that will see an unused and cement put down — council even- be making recommendations for the approved project will see signage cre- green space converted into a pollina- tually hopes to implement upgrades, project based on its fi ndings, said ated in the garden to educate people tor garden at their last meeting on said Gimli mayor Randy Woroniuk. Murphy. on the types of plants in the garden, Aug. 22. “It’s supposed to be the Cadillac ver- Council also approved a proposal for the types of pollinators these plants The dog park proposal was rein- sion — there’s all kinds of dog things,” a project that will see a largely unused rely on, and some of the conservation troduced after being previously dis- said Woroniuk. “We’re slowly working green space next to the East Interlake issues faced by pollinators today. cussed at earlier meetings. The park up to it.” Conservation District (EICD) near the The project is intended to give visi- will be located at the north end of While the exact size of the park has east side of town turned into a pol- tors ideas they can implement at town near the Gimli New Horizons not yet been decided, it’s estimated linator garden (a space specifi cally home to improve pollinator survival, Centre and is slated to be complete to take up about fi ve town lots, said designed to attract pollinating insects the proposal said. Gimli CAO Joann like bees). “It just goes to show how a little bit Murphy. “We’ve identifi ed certain small of effort really sort of kicks into mo- Nu-Step Project “We want green spaces in town that we think, tion for people wanting to make more enough space that with a little bit of investment, can be of an effort,” said Palson. “We’re go- FUNDRAISER it’s worth people’s really enhanced,” said Coun. Thora ing to use native Manitoba species, Helping Linda Gerritsen get her time to come and Palson. and it’s going to take a year or two for much needed medical equipment them to get established.” There have already been several im- Saturday, September 1, 2018 provements made to the green space, Arborg Christian Fellowship including fi xing the sidewalk and (Across from the Fire hall) trimming tree branches, said Palson. Drop in between: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. “It’s really going to be sort of a work in progress,” said Palson. “I can see in the future having little stepping Come & enjoy some live music with the Sunshine Band, stones, maybe little birdhouses, [and] Drew Johnson & more! FREE Coffee & Dessert! just really creating a natural environ- Great Auction items & Great Door Prize! ment.” Come out and bring your friends! Council will meet next on Sept. 12. The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 11

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By Caitlyn Gowriluk It only takes Emily Wruck a few min- utes to get suited up for a drag race. The list of protective gear is long — a helmet, a neck collar, arm restraints, shoes, pants, gloves and a jacket — but for Wruck, it has become some- thing of a routine. Behind the wheel of her car — a purple 2011 Hercules junior dragster covered with skulls, barbed wire and fl ames, and adorned with her fi rst name in a brassy font on the side — Wruck acts like an old pro. And al- though at 13 years old and 4’10 (or “basically 4’11,” as Wruck said), she may not be exactly what people pic- ture when the phrase “drag racer” comes to mind, Wruck is one of an in- creasing number of young girls join- ing the sport. Emily Wruck and dad Darryl prac- “When my son started, I think there tise the handshake they do each was maybe three girls and, like, 12 time Emily races. boys,” said Wruck’s mom, Brandy, who has been running the Interlake Racing can also become something Dragway with husband Darryl since of a ritual between parents and kids, EXPRESS PHOTOS BY CAITLYN GOWRILUK 2012. “It’s dominated by girls right said Darryl. Emily Wruck, 13, climbs into her 2011 Hercules junior dragster car after now.” “Every parent here, when it’s elimi- getting suited up in protective gear at Interlake Dragway on Aug. 23. This shift at the dragway has been nations, has their own little thing they happening slowly over the past fi ve do with their kid,” he said. years, Brandy said. Of the 10 kids For Darryl and Emily, it’s a hand- enrolled in the junior shake they do just before dragster program at she starts the race. the dragway this year, “The key to winning six are girls. And as the is doing the same thing Wrucks expect at least “THE KEY TO over and over, just to be fi ve more to join the a routine,” he said. “And program next year, and WINNING IS DO- it works.” two boys to age out of ING THE SAME As the Wrucks gear up it, the number of girls for their last big event participating in the THING OVER of the summer com- sport is continuing to ing up on September increase, said Wruck. AND OVER.” long weekend, they said While drag racing they’re hoping to get may not be what every- a big crowd out to see one thinks of as a fam- what drag racing is all ily activity, Brandy said about. that’s exactly what their family busi- “Lots of noise, adrenaline,” said ness has become. Brandy. “It’s just pure excitement.” “Anybody will do anything to help For more information and to see each other,” she said. “If you’re racing dates for the rest of the Interlake your best friend, well, you guys are Dragway’s race weekends, visit the enemies. But as soon as you cross that dragway’s website at interlakedrag- fi nish line, what happened there stays way.org. there.” RUSSELL DENEKA TRUCKING SUPPLIER & HAULING OF LIMESTONE PRODUCTS

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Friday, August 31 Saturday, September 1 Sunday, September 2 5:00 - 10:00 pm Street Dance and Touch a 8:30 am Pancake Breakfast at Centennial Hall 10:30 am Cowboy Church Service Truck hosted by Ashern Skating Club 9:15 am Colour Run at Ashern Sports Grounds at the Grounds **5:00-6:00 Reduced Sensory Hour for 11:30 am Parade - Call Courtney 11:00 am 26th Annual Threshermen’s Reunion individuals with complex needs at (204) 302-1425 3:00 pm Rodeo Finals Start (NO lights, sirens, loud noise or 2:00 pm Rodeo Grounds open to the Public music during this time)** 4:00 pm 26th Annual Ashern Rodeo Begins 10:00 pm Fireworks at the end of Main Street sponsored by Ashern Skating Club 8:00 pm Outdoor Social at the Rodeo Grounds and Ashern Rodeo Music by Car Wash Party Sound KIDS

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EXPRESS PHOTO BY JEFF WARD A member of the Chinese pavilion performed an interpretive dance with many twirls and fl ourishes that spun light off of her vibrant attire. On behalf of the Reeve, Council & Staff By Jeff Ward quite amazing,” said Cox. With the wrap up of the 49th annual Folklorama had a banner year this Folklorama Festival, the Manitoba year seeing 445,000 pavilion visits Enjoy the 26th government hosted several pavilions over the two-week festival, which is a Annual Ashern Rodeo to perform for a crowd and celebrate fi ve per cent increase over last year. the cultural diversity of the Province. Many pavilions experienced sold-out Performers from the India, Africa, shows with guests from Australia, RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF French Canadian, Ukraine-Kyiv, Chi- China, Egypt, Mexico, Arizona, Cali- nese, Pearl of the Orient Philippine fornia and Minnesota. and Chile Lindo pavilions sang and Organizers of the annual cultural danced for a crowd of a few hundred celebration are already starting to get on Monday, Aug. 20. ready for their 50th anniversary next Traditional food from those pavil- year. ions was also served in the rotunda at “We are thrilled with the success of Wishing you a great time at the the legislature and a video showcas- Folklorama 49 and we are extremely ing some of the success stories of the grateful for everyone involved,” said Manitoba Provincial Nominee Pro- Teresa Cotroneo, acting executive di- Ashern Rodeo gram was shown. rector. Manitoba Minister of Sport, Culture “We have been a Winnipeg tradition Derek JOHNSON and Heritage, Cathy Cox said Folk- since 1970 and we are so proud to be MLA for Interlake lorama has provided different cul- such a long-standing part of Manito- tures that reside within the province ba’s history. Just because the festival the ability to showcase their heritage has come to a close, it doesn’t mean to a wide audience. we are slowing down. We are work- “Currently there are over 250 ethno- ing away on some exciting initiatives t. 204.376.3401 cultural groups in Manitoba thriving to celebrate our 50th anniversary and [email protected] and they represent over 150 countries will release details in the coming and speak 148 languages so that is months.” 16 The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 Lakeshore superintendent looking forward to new school year

By Jeff Ward dents that need accelerated growth,” A new school year is on the hori- said Martell, “because they don’t zon, and while it might have felt like progress the rate we’d like them the summer fl ew by, that pace of time progress. They come into our system doesn’t surprise Lakeshore School at various grade levels from various Division Supt. Janet Martell anymore other systems. And sometimes we’re as she looks ahead to in a situation where the 2018-19 school year. students need two Lakeshore, as it has years in a year.” been over the last half Education isn’t a decade, is positioned one-size-fi ts-all ap- to continue to make “THE FIRST TIME proach and teach- strides in student nu- IN MY 10-YEAR ers work hard every meracy and literacy. year to make sure The division’s credo is HISTORY AS students perform at to make sure students SUPERINTENDENT, grade level. Martell get “a year for a year,” said it’s not easy, but which means a year of WE’RE PROJECTING teachers enjoy the growth for their year of challenge and it’s school. TO DIP UNDER one of the many rea- Martell said the divi- 1,000 STUDENTS.” sons they’re drawn sion is always going to the work. over their data on stu- Divisionally, there dents to assess what is is one new teacher working and what isn’t. starting in Lake- Every six weeks, teachers look over shore this year at Fisher Branch Colle- EXPRESS PHOTO BY JEFF WARD the data they’ve collected to make giate. Assistant Supt. Leanne Peters is Lakeshore Supt. Janet Martell is looking forward to a new year for the sure that the year for a year goal is no longer with the division as she left school division, which will also be her fi nal year as she is set to retire always in sight. Growth is one of the to pursue a job in the Sunrise School in June of 2019. most important things for the school Division in the same role. Martell is division. also retiring at the end of the school duction in enrolment numbers in the est projected enrolment this year at “We know that there are some stu- year. Another big change is the re- division. Martell explained that with around 200 students, with Inwood Lake Manitoba First Nation opening School remaining the smallest stu- their own school this year, those stu- dent body at only 42 students from K dents will be leaving the division. to 12. “It likely will see us dip under 1,000 The beginning of a new school year ATTENTION students. ... The fi rst time in my 10- brings with it a lot of excitement year history as superintendent, we’re for Martell. Students are looking to projecting to dip under 1,000 stu- achieve new goals and teachers are Election dents.” looking to see their pupils grow. That will mean that the division “There are a lot of new faces at- X has less resources but still tasked tached to new schools, so they’re ex- to do the same job, Martell said. It cited. They’re nervous too, I’m sure, Candidates! also means that many teachers from as kids are. I think it’s that anticipa- Lundar School, which is where Lake tion of what’s to come from a student, Flyers Are you running for Manitoba students have attended tra- teacher and principal perspective that Brochures ditionally had an excess number of is so energizing in September,” said City Council, teachers and they’ve been reassigned Martell. Envelops RM Councilor, to other schools as a result. Students are back in classes Sept. 4. Letterhead School Board Trustee? Ashern Central School has the high- Full Color Printing Let us help you Stickers Color Copying with all your Ponemah Beach Central Black & White Copying PRINTING needs. End of Summer Celebration!!!! Business Cards We have packages to fi t Saturday, September 1 • 4:00 - 7:00 pm Newspaper Advertising any campaign budget 27 Central Avenue, Village of Dunnottar, Manitoba • Food, Music, Kids Activities • Wildlife Haven Ambassadors (https://wildlifehaven.ca) • Handmade Artisan Goods • Baking, Jams/Jellies & Vegetables Call or Email Branden Meier Everyone welcome. FREE to attend. 204-641-4104 [email protected] The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 17 Lundar’s Lutheran Church gets a second life with new roof

By Jeff Ward Goranson contacted Wall Brothers Lundar Lutheran Church got a big Construction from Fisher Branch to upgrade recently with a new shingled do the work, which cost just under roof, which will go a long way in keep- $20,000. And while the work was ex- ing the space cared for so that the pensive, Goranson is very pleased community can continue to use it. with the work. She said they started The church has seven different roofs, mid-July and that it only took two according to chairperson Faye Goran- weeks to complete the entire project. son, that all have different peaks that The church is a meeting place for the intersect in different places. The roof community and it is used by dozens had been redone a number of years of groups every year. The church sub- ago, but unfortunately sidizes the space and the shingles weren’t charges a very nominal fastened down properly. rate for those looking Goranson explained to hold an event there, that during storms or with many groups pay- periods of high winds, “IT HAD TO BE ing less than $50 to meet shingles would blow off DONE. THERE there. at a rate of two or three Goranson said that the each year. She added WAS REALLY NO church is meant to be that during a storm this QUESTION.” fi lled with people and past winter, shingles that the renovations are had been blown off and to make sure the build- they couldn’t get them ing can stay open and replaced until the spring. That spot be a place people come to worship or would eventually let in water during a to hold events. rain storm in the spring, resulting in a “It had to be done, there was really water stain on the south interior wall no question,” she said. of the church. It was at this time that Goranson added that while the Goranson started looking for some- building itself might be large, it’s re- body to redo the whole roof. ally only a small group of people who EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED BY ALVIN GORANSON “At the same time, though, there was work to make sure projects like the Workers from Wall Brothers Construction took two weeks to com- no point in just doing the church roof new roof get completed. pletely redo the many roofs of the Lundar Lutheran Church. as there were several others that con- Lundar Lutheran will be teeming nected with it. And the church hall with activity very soon as Sunday was built in the late ‘70s and had the School resumes on Sept. 9 and Confi r- place on Sept. 17. grams, you can call church vice-chair original shingles.” mation for anyone 12 and older takes For more information on those pro- Cindy Thorkelson at 204-762-5543. Get to know Canada’s fi rst vertical bank note

Submitted cept counterfeits and keep them out Canada’s new $10 bank note will be- of circulation. gin to appear in cash transactions late The security features on Canada’s this year. vertical $10 note are quick and easy to Designed to stand apart, it’s the fi rst check: vertical note issued by the Bank of • Feel the smooth, unique texture of Canada and it features the portrait the note. It’s made from a single piece of social justice defender Viola Des- of polymer with some transparent ar- mond. eas. Here’s what businesses and cash us- • Feel the raised ink on the front of ers need to know about this new $10 the note, namely on the portrait, the bill. word “Canada” and the large number It Pays to Check “10” at the bottom. As with Canada’s other notes, the • Look at the detailed metallic im- new $10 has bold security features, ages and symbols in and around the ensuring that Canadians can use it large transparent window. with confi dence. That’s why the Bank • Look at the pattern in the eagle issues new notes — to stay ahead of feather. Tilt the note to see the colour counterfeiting threats and to keep shift from gold to green. pace with advances in technology. • Flip the note to see the elements EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED But remember, bank notes are only inside the large window repeated in Viola Desmond’s sister Wanda Robson helped unveil the new $10 bill in secure if you check them. Routinely the same colours and detail on the Halifax, N.S., earlier this year. checking all notes — no matter which other side. series or value — allows you to inter- The new $10 note will be rolled out gradually and circulate alongside the Continued on page 18 18 The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 Bike riders turn out in large numbers to pedal for MS fundraiser

By Roger Newman A total of 321 bicycle riders came from both locally and across the prov- ince to the Lake Winnipeg shores on the weekend to raise $300,000 to help multiple sclerosis patients. They started in Gimli and rode both Saturday and Sunday on a circuit that stretched from Camp Morton north of town to the Village of Dunnottar in the south. “This was our 29th annual bike and it was a success,” said Erin Kuan, pres- ident of the Manitoba and Saskatch- ewan MS societies, as she watched the riders taking a break on the Gimli Rec Centre grounds Saturday afternoon. ”The money will be used for more research and treatment programs and services for MS patients, although re- grettably there is still no cure for this disease of muscular degeneration.” Father and daughter team Jen- EXPRESS PHOTOS BY ROGER NEWMAN The riders stayed overnight in Gimli nifer Patterson and Brian Sto- in tents, trailers and hotels before kotelny, right, camped in their Running the ride behind the scenes were MS Manitoba president Erin completing the last leg of the ride own tents on a Gimli School play- Kuan, safety offi cial Currie Gillespie and route co-ordinator Marielle Sunday. They also enjoyed a beer ground. Barret. garden and a Saturday dinner before they pedalled off into the sunset. “This is not a race and we’ve short- ened the distance in recent years to make it more fun for the participants,” Kuan said while noting there are sim- ilar rides in all Canadian provinces. ”All this effort goes into improving the quality of life for MS patients.”

”ALL THIS EFFORT GOES INTO IMPROVING THE

QUALITY OF LIFE FOR A tired rider Evan Jackson, also of Winnipeg, received a Standard Aero was one of the many corporations MS PATIENTS.” soothing massage from masseuse Carolyn Hsu. that entered a team in the ride.

> BANK NOTE, FROM PG. 17 other polymer $10 notes. Unlike the pliers with questions about machine special $10 note issued for Canada’s compatibility. 150th anniversary in 2017, printed in A look ahead – What comes next? a limited quantity to mark this histor- With the release of this new $10 ical milestone, the vertical $10 note note, the Bank of Canada’s approach will be the regular $10 note produced to issuing bank notes is changing. for years to come. Rather than issuing all fi ve denomi- nations within a short timeframe, a Helping Businesses Prepare new note will be released every few Business owners may be wonder- years. This will allow the bank to inte- ing what this new $10 note means grate the latest security features each for their cash-handling equipment. time a new bank note is issued, en- The vertical $10 has been designed suring that Canadians can continue to minimize the impact on the cash- to use their bank notes with confi - handling industry and maintains the dence. same functional features as current For more information, contact us at polymer notes. Equipment owners 1-800-303-1282 or info@bankofcana- and renters should contact their sup- da.ca. The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 19 Help Your Children inspired Prepare for School Life get picked out. If there were problems > MEAL IDEASIDEAS with kids at school, talk about how to avoid them this year. If a child Arugula Salad does not have friends, suggest he or she befriend someone new to the with Goat Cheese, As we enjoy the last days of Au- school. Berries and Pecans gust, thoughts turn to school, and Children may need much more the beginning of fall activities. parental attention after school and Things can get pretty busy, and the during the evening, especially if return to a more scheduled life can they were at home with Mom or be a shock to everyone's system. juice Dad all summer. They will miss There are some things we can do to 1 tablespoon fi nely minced shallots home, and you. Recognize too, that ease the transition. Most important Prep time: 15 minutes 1 tablespoon honey unless they were in daycare over Servings: 1-2 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt is, in the week before school starts, the summer, returning to school is 7 cups arugula 1/4 cup Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil to have children return to their nor- a drastic change in environment. 2 ounces goat cheese In bowl, toss arugula, goat cheese, mal bedtime and waking time. It's Suddenly they may be in a class of 1/2 cup pecans, toasted pecans and mixed berries. much easier to deal with the cranki- thirty, in a school with hundreds of 1 cup mixed berries (such as blackber- To make dressing: In bowl, mix lemon ness that comes with this adjust- children and many adults. All sum- ries or strawberries) juice, shallots, honey, salt and olive oil. ment when they don't actually have mer they spoke whenever they had Dressing: Add dressing to salad for serving. to get ready for school. We can also something to say, with no need to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon help them by making suggestions of raise their hands. They could change a positive transition. activities when they were tired of If we tell them their 'practice doing something. They could run White Fish Fillets week' before school starts will make around, or have a snack, when they it easy when the big day comes, felt the urge. Talking to them about with Pesto it's so much better than telling such differences will help prepare them they'll have to be getting up them for the changes and assist Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil much earlier and they'll be cranky. them in making a smooth transition. water Talk with them about last year's Gwen Randall-Young is an author To prepare fi sh: Rub both sides of fi l- problems and how they might be and award-winning Psychotherapist. lets with salt and olive oil while heating avoided this year. If mornings were For permission to reprint this article, saucepan. rushed, plan to get things orga- Sear fi llets meat-side fi rst followed by or to obtain books, cds or MP3's, visit nized the night before: book bag by www.gwen.ca. Follow Gwen on Face- Total time: 15 minutes skin-side. the door, lunches made, clothing Servings: 2 Heat oven to 350 F. Book for daily inspiration. 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Add herbs to 4 1/2 ounces fl our paper and bake 15 minutes. trays. Fill trays with olive oil and gently 1/3 ounce cocoa powder Let cool and remove cake from mold. set in freezer; allow to solidify. When cooking, use cubes for added Pumpkin Prosciutto fl avor. Photo courtesy of Getty Images (Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese, Berries and Stackers Pecans, Olive Oil Cubes) Cut prosciutto into cracker-size pieces, Learn how to create about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. a safe haven. Pour vinegar into small carafe or dish with serving spoon. We help you radically reduce Layer gorgonzola, 1-2 pieces prosciutto and 1-2 pieces shaved Parmesan on chemicals in your home 2 ounces prosciutto Weightloss • Energy & Performance • Healthy Aging one cracker. Drizzle lightly with vin- 1 ounce aged balsamic vinegar (syr- Allana Sawatzky egar. Place on wooden or slate serving upy consistency) [email protected] platter to serve as inspiration to guests. 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By Brian Bowman “It was one mistake and we capitalized The Interlake Impact had a rare rough on it,” Ferris said. “But, other than that, it time on the soccer pitch last week. was a 0-0 close game.” Interlake was defeated 1-0 by the With the two recent losses, Interlake Stonewall United on Aug. 21 and then now has an 8-5-1 record and 25 points to was blanked 5-0 by Jedinstvo FC late Fri- sit in third place in the Manitoba Major day evening. Soccer League’s Division 5 standings. The win by Stonewall was a big one as The Impact now trails Jedinstvo FC by they have playoff aspirations. eight points (the top two teams after the “The win against Interlake, who are regular season move up a division next high up in the standings, was good for season) and are six points in front of us,” said the United’s Jason Ferris. “Inter- North Winnipeg United. lake has a lot of young kids and a lot of Both of those teams have played one hustle, so it’s a little bit tougher for us.” fewer game than the Impact. It looked like it was going to be a score- Interlake is back in action Wednesday less game until a mistake allowed Stone- when they play Rangers FC at Buhler wall’s Dylan Felgueiras to pounce on a Recreation Park. Game time is 7 p.m. EXPRESS PHOTO BY LANA MEIER loose ball and score the game winner The Impact will then close out their The Impact lost 1-0 to the Stonewall United on Aug. 21 with about eight minutes remaining in regular season with three games in the the game. fi rst two weeks of September. Locals on target in trapshooting provincials By Brian Bowman The fi rst shoot of the new season will Local shooters did very well at the be a couple of weeks later in Yorkton, Manitoba trapshooting provincials in Sask. Oak Bluff last weekend. People involved in the sport do a lot Arborg’s John, Katie and Dori Jones, of travelling to different cities. along with Arborg’s Brian Johnson “I travel more than most of my fam- and Lundar’s Don Law all did well at ily,” Katie said. “I usually shoot all over the three-day competition, which at- Saskatchewan. I enjoy shooting out tracted about 60 competitors. there. They have really good facilities “We did really well,” said Katie Jones. and my dad and my brother went to “Donnie Law won his event, I won the Florida in March and they were there ladies’ event, my little brother won the for two weeks shooting.” junior gold event, and my dad won a Dori did very well in Florida, return- couple of (his) classes. ing home “with a bunch” of trophies. “We all came home with trophies, “When you win in the States, you get which is really nice.” a big head because the people in the Katie said the group was pleased States shoot literally every single day,” with their results despite the less- Katie noted. “The don’t have 50 below than-ideal conditions. winters like we do. They did really “It was pretty hard to shoot pretty well in the States - I was super proud much all of the days because of all of them.” EXPRESS PHOTO BY BRETT MITCHELL of the fi res burning in B.C.,” she said. Katie has also shot in Tucson, Ariz., Firearm Safety Instructor Katie Jones instructs Bernice Vasey from “The visibility for the targets when which attracts a lot of talented shoot- Horseshoe Valley, Ontario on the fi ner points of target shooting. The the sun comes through the cloud, the ers each year. target shooting booth was a fundraiser for the Arborg Street fair. smoke would make it harder to see. “Overall, the scores weren’t as high The Jones’ family keeps sharp by BB’s and targets for adults and kids. don’t know what they’re doing and it as they normally are but we still did shooting every weekend in the sum- She estimated about 50 kids came by really bothers me because people can well.” mer. They also built a range of their to shoot. get seriously hurt. The provincials are the end of the family farm, which helps them to re- Katie is adamant about teaching the “I believe in gun safety even if you season - and are used to help raise duce travelling to either Lundar or safety aspect of shooting. don’t shoot competitively.” averages, said Katie - but the season Winnipeg to practice. “Gun safety is very important to Anyone in interested in taking a quickly resumes. When Katie isn’t shooting, she is an me,” she stressed. “There are so many course with Katie can message her on Katie and the group will be headed instructor. people that don’t handle their fi re- her Facebook page Firearm safety. to Lundar on Sunday for a Ducks Un- She recently hosted a booth at a arms correctly. I see it on a daily basis, They can also call her at 204-641- limited Fun Shoot. street fair in Arborg, setting up some even at events that we go to. People 0181. The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 23, 2018 21 ClassifiClassifi eds eds Book Your Classifi ed Ad Today - Call 467-5836 or Email classifi [email protected]

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Call 204-467- In accordance with Section 194 of The Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and 8537. 0XQLFLSDO $FW WKH ¿QDQFLDO UHSRUW RI Th e gift s from relatives and friends of not properly fi led shall be rejected. - fl owers, food, cards, technical support, –––––––––––––––––– WKHDXGLWRUWRJHWKHUZLWKWKHUHODWHG¿ Dated at the R.M. of Gimli in the province of Manitoba, this 22nd day nancial statements for the year ending 3000 acres of com- friendship and love were greatly of August, 2018 plete high end cattle December 31st, 2017, have been de- appreciated. & grain operation for SRVLWHGLQWKHRI¿FHRIWKH&KLHI$GPLQ- Charlie Grieve, Secretary-Treasurer sale in Sask. Manages LVWUDWLYH2I¿FHUDWWKH0XQLFLSDO2I¿FH Th ank you to the First Responders and Local Authority of Evergreen School Division 2k to 3k cow/calf op- 44 Whytewold Road, Matlock, Mani- the Gimli RCMP for their care and Phone: 204-642-6266 or 204-642-6260 eration with complete toba and are available for inspection compassion. Th e family also thanks Mona solid infrastructure. E\DQ\SHUVRQDWWKH0XQLFLSDO2I¿FH from Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, the 200k acres cultivat- during regular business hours. ed. Contact Doug at Gimli Waterfront Centre, Mandi of Mad Dash Catering and Lenore of Heaven 306-716-2671 or sask Dated at Matlock, Manitoba this 22nd EMPLOYMENT [email protected] Scent Flowers for ensuring the perfect day of August, 2018. Celebration of Jacqueline’s life. NOTICE HOUSE FOR RENT -07KHYHQRW&00$ &KLHI$GPLQLVWUDWLYH2I¿FHU Lakeshore School Division requires a Mechanic for its school bus 2 bdrm. house for rent garage located in Ashern, Manitoba. This position will involve the in Vidir area. Ph 204- maintenance and rebuilding of buses in the Lakeshore Fleet. This is a 364-2287 or 204-642- permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible. 2764. CARE AT HOME Applicants will be considered based on their experience in the Truck and WORK WANTED WANTED Transport, Automotive, Heavy Equipment, or other related trade. Experienced farm op- MATURE STUDENT PROGRAM Journeyman status in Truck and Transport trade with a school bus erator looking for fall Are you compassionate, Mature Student High School Diploma inspection certifi cation and class 2 driver’s license are the preferred tractor fi eld work for qualifi cations. Lakeshore School Division. The school division will also large grain operator patient and reliable? Evergreen School Division is now accepting registrations from individuals, both within consider experienced individuals who are willing to apprentice in the for the duration of fall. Truck and Transport mechanic trade. Call 204-918-0765. We are looking for a warm, con- and outside of the division, who wish to obtain a mature student high school diploma. SALARY and Benefi ts: As per collective agreement HELP WANTED versational caregiver, experienced in elderly care, for our 71-year-old Interested candidates must be 19 years of STARTING DATE: As soon as possible We are currently seek- age or over and out of school for at least six ing a licensed auto- mother who has Stage-1 Dementia. A complete job description is available on request. months. motive technician or Duties to include vital physical, Please direct any questions to Mark Parkes at 204-739-2101 or 204- apprentice for full time The program is fl exible for your educational 280-0804. position. We are a full practical and emotional support. needs and you can work at your own pace. service automotive Services will be needed for The centre is open Tuesdays from 9:00 – 3:30 Interested candidates may forward their application to: repair shop. Duties four hours per day – 4 days a and Wednesdays from 9:00 until noon for Mark Parkes, Director of Operations & Infrastructure include all aspects of teacher assistance, with the remainder of time Lakeshore School Division vehicle repairs. Must week. $25 per hour. working in the comfort of your home. Box 100 be able to work with Eriksdale, MB, R0C 0W0 min supervision. Must Please reply with resume and The program begins September 18, 2018 Phone: (204) 739-2101 Fax: (204) 739-2145 be honest, reliable and will be held at the Evergreen Technology [email protected] UHIHUHQFHV+RXUVDUHÀH[LEOH² and Education Centre, 234 Tudor Lane, Gimli and hard working. you can choose what days work Wage negotiable. Ap- Industrial Park. Deadline for applications: Friday, September 7, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. ply: Stonewall Tire & best for you. The annual registration fee is only $40. We thank all who applied for their interest, but only those selected for Auto Repair, 377 1st an interview will be contacted. Lakeshore School Division may contact Street East Stonewall. Please contact me at For more information, or to register please contact: former employers. Email resume: stone [email protected] Gail Kreutzer, Career Development Consultant Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Record and Child [email protected] to set up an interview. [email protected] –––––––––––––––––– (204) 642-1718 Abuse Registry check prior to commencing employment. 22 The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 ClassifiClassifi eds eds Book Your Classifi ed Ad Today - Call 467-5836 or Email classifi [email protected]

ANNOUNCEMENT OBITUARY Lundar Lutheran Church Edwin Walter Petrowski BIRTHDAY April 2, 1936 - August 16, 2018 KERRY It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edwin Thanks Come & Go Tea & GRANT Petrowski (Gigi) on August 16, 2018. In Honour of Edwin was born at home in the R.M. of Gimli, one of eight from Petersen Agencies Ltd Mary Grocholski children of Kornelia and Michael. He grew up in the Felsendorf area 80 Years Young! for nominating us for the (between Fraserwood and Gimli) and went to Felsendorf school. Sunday, September 9th, 2018 generous donation from He worked hard his whole life right from the time he was a very 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. young boy. Although he was a very strong man, he had the most Saskatchewan Mutual Sun Rise Lodge South, Arborg gentle soul. He loved his family and his dear pets so very much. He Insurance Company to our No gifts please, had many friends who he loved to host (with a beer) or to visit. He just the pleasure of your company! Food Hamper Projects. enjoyed these visits right up until his fi nal days when they’d come and his whole face would light up. Gigi missed Amma (Myrna) dearly this past year and although McSherry Auction sad to leave us I know he was rejoicing to see her and their kids. Service Ltd Edwin is lovingly remembered by his children Joe (Frances), Danny (Cherie-Lyne), and Richard RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF GIMLI (Shelley); siblings Eddie (Rosie), Stanley (Helen), Emily (Tom), Bernice (Kjell), and Teddy (Emilie); ACREAGE AUCTION brother-in-law Ken (recently deceased); grandchildren Wesley (Tyyne), Scott (Natasha), Jake PUBLIC NOTICE BILL & ELSIE LYLYK (Isha), Gina, Rebecca, Marc, Dylon, Alexis (Jeremy), Thomas, Eric; great-grandchildren Søren, Sat Sept 1st 10:00 AM Mikko, Thørsten, Reija, Gunnar, and Valli. Gigi was predeceased by his wife Myrna; children Elaine and Allen; parents Kornelia and PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 194 of The Winnipeg, MB 85 Fraser Rd Contact # (204) 254-8899 Michael; sister Donna; and brother John and sister-in-law Pat. Municipal Act, that the report of the Municipal Auditors and related JD 850 MFWA 3PH JD 75 FEL We wish to thank his doctor S.V. Patel for his many years of care. Dr. Thompson and Dr. Chan Financial Statements for the year 2017 for the RM of Gimli have been 1415 Hrs * JD 455 Dsl R Mower for their care in the last little while. To the whole staff at the Gimli Hospital for their kind and gentle deposited in the offi ce of the Rural Municipality of Gimli at 62 2nd Ave, w Bagger * 3 PH Equip * Good care in Gigi’s fi nal week. Gimli, Manitoba and are available for inspection by any person or their Yard Equip * Acreage Misc * A celebration of life will be held at St. Michael’s Church, Gimli, MB on Wednesday, September agent between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m., Monday to Friday, Tools * Some Household * 5, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at the Gimli Cemetery in Gimli. Lunch to follow at the Stuart McSherry Stonewall, Manitoba inclusive. (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 Farmers Hall. Pallbearers will be Ed Petrowski, Blair Petrowski, Ken Petrowski, Wes Petrowski, Any person or their agent, at their own expense, may make a copy www.mcsherryauction.com Scott Petrowski and Marc Petrowski. In lieu of fl owers, donations can be made to Palliative Care at Gimli Community Health Centre thereof or extracts therefrom. Everything or to the Gimli Humane Society. Dated at Gimli, Manitoba this 21st day of August, 2018 you need to We love you very much Gigi. Until we meet again. promote your Randy Woroniuk Condolences, pictures and videos may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome. business com Mayor Interlake Rural Municipality of Gimli Graphics Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. For all your printing and publishing needs Call Today! 467-5836 NOTICE OF McSherry Auction Service Ltd NOMINATIONS NOTICE OF LAKESHORE SCHOOL DIVISION ACREAGE AUCTION NOMINATIONS LAWRENCE HASTMAN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the following days: TOWN OF ARBORG September 12th, 13th, 14th, 17th, and 18th, 2018 between the hours Sunday Sept 9th 11:00 am of 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lockport, MB NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the following days: at the Division Board Offi ce, 23 Second Ave, Eriksdale, Manitoba. East 4 ½ Miles On Hwy 44 Just Before JCT 59 Turn South on Parkside Drive ½ Mile #72120 September 12th, 13th, 14th, 17th and 18th, 2018 I will receive nominations for the offi ce of School Trustee of Lakeshore Contact # (204) 757-7116 School Division as follows: between the hours of 8:30 & 11:30 AM, and 12:30 & 4:30 PM, at the Skid Steer & Equip * Thomas 133 Dsl Enclosed Arborg Town Offi ce, 337 River Road, I will receive nominations for the 1 - Trustee for Ward 1 - Lundar Area Heater, Aux Hyd 3153 Hrs * Erskine 6’ Skid offi ces of Mayor and four Councillors of the aforesaid Local Authority. 1 - Trustee for Ward 2 - Eriksdale/Mulvihill Area Steer Snow Blower * Skid Steer Dozer Blade * The nomination deadline is September 18th, 2018 at 4:30 PM. 1 - Trustee for Ward 3 - Ashern/Vogar Area Yard & Recreation * Cushman Hyd 72” Frt Mt 1 - Trustee for Ward 4 - Moosehorn/Grahamdale/Hilbre/Steep Rock Area Nominations cannot be accepted after this day. 2 - Trustees for Ward 5 - Fisher Branch/Hodgson/Poplarfi eld/ Dsl Mower 1887 Hrs * Honda Four Trax 300CC All nominations shall be made in writing and shall be signed by at least Chatfi eld Area Quad * 12 HP 36” R Mower * Roto Tiller * twenty-fi ve voters, or NOT less than 1% of the voters (whichever is the 1 - Trustee for Ward 6 - Inwood Area Chain Saw * Patio Set * Camping Items * Guns lesser) of the authority, but in all cases by at least two voters. Each & Butcher Equip * 7 Guns * Smoker * Com. The nominations deadline is Tuesday, September 18th, 2018 at 4:30 nomination shall also be accompanied by the candidate’s declaration p.m. Nominations cannot be accepted after this day. Meat Slicer * Sausage Stuffer * Meat Grinder of qualifi cation. * Walk In Cooler * Scale * Hunting Accessories All nominations shall be made in writing and shall be signed by at least Nominations may be fi led in person at the above location, on the dates * Tools * Drill Press * Upright Air Comp * Miller and hours specifi ed, by an agent, or by fax. To obtain a nomination twenty-fi ve voters, or NOT less than 1% of the voters (whichever is the 230 Amp Welder * Metal Band Saw * Table lesser) of the authority or ward (as the case may be), but in all cases by paper, and / or candidate’s declaration of qualifi cation, contact the at least two voters. Each nomination shall also be accompanied by the Saw * Band Saw * Air, Hand & Power Tools * S.E.O. at the telephone number listed below. candidate’s declaration of qualifi cation. Shop Supply * Misc * BH 8’ Utility Trailer * 3500 Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and Watt Generator * 2” Water Pump * Shelving * not properly fi led shall be rejected. Nominations may be fi led in person at the above location, on the date Home Repair Items * Antiques * China Cabinet and hours specifi ed. To obtain a nomination paper, and/or candidate’s Dated at Arborg this 30th day of August, 2018 declaration of qualifi cation, contact the S.E.O. at the number listed * Table * Scale * Fern Stand * Trunk * Horse Lorraine Bardarson below. Brass * Crock * Scythe * Saw * Crates * Vintage Tools * Copper Boiler * Clock * Pharmacy Scale Senior Election Offi cial (SEO) Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and * Apothecary Bottles * Coffee Grinder * Aladdin Town of Arborg not properly fi led shall be rejected. Phone 204-376-2647 Fax 204-376-5379 Lamp * Along w Household * Lakeshore School Division: Marlene Michno, Senior Election Offi cial Stuart McSherry - Stonewall, MB Contact (204) 739-2101 ext: 1222 email: [email protected] (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 Dated at Eriksdale in the Province of Manitoba, this 21st day of August 2018. www.mcsherryauction.com NEWS TIPS Call 467-5836 The Express Weekly News Thursday, August 30, 2018 23 ClassifiClassifi eds eds Book Your Classifi ed Ad Today - Call 467-5836 or Email classifi [email protected]

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X SALE! 1100DAYX2"Twice as Nice" SaleSALE starts STARTS September SEPT. 54 PLUS Sale starts September 5 PLUSFOR ONE DAY, PREVIOUS WINNERS All these customers received their purchase FREE! (parital list) EVERYONE Lenore Johnson, Riverton ...... $549.00 Stanley Wallach, Poplarfi eld ...... $399.00 Isabel JToy, Lundar ...... $469.00 Ben Klassen, Arnes ...... $729.00O Philip Bauernhuber, Arborg ...... $1,900.00 Cynthia Webster, Gimli ...... $449.00 lga Kowalsky, Riverton...... $599.00O Simonetta DelSante, Riverton ...... $529.00 George & Maria Wiebe ...... $51.00 WILL GET THEIR PURCHASE lga Lupky, Riverton ...... $677.00 Danielle & John Weedon, Riverton ....$1,799.00 Debbie & Adrian Zelenitsky, Gimli ...... $858.00 Rick & Vickie McCorrister, Peguis .....$2,067.00 Bev Webb, Fisher Branch ...... $129.00 Doreen Steg, Camp Morton ...... $1,474.50 Yvonne Stranger, Peguis ...... $1,329.00 Alan McKay, Arborg ...... $349.00 Darlene Jonsson, Gimli ...... $529.00 Ralph Sutherland, Fisher Branch ...... $1,158.00 Zenith Poole, Arborg ...... $848.00 Delbert & Luwana Brandt, Riverton ....$1,799.00 Olga Swatiuk, Arborg...... $788.00 Barb & Menno Friesen, Riverton ...... $559.00 Brenda & Ed Anderson, Princess Harbor $529.00 Tony & Leona Vandersteen, Fisher Branch $699.00 Pat Dudrak, Arborg ...... $499.00 Linda Williams, Peguis ...... $339.00 Thelma Jaworenko, Arborg...... $848.00 Mary Dunlop, Gimli ...... $109.00 Eugene Feschuk, Gimli ...... $2,227.00 Dan & Lynn Chymy, Fisher Branch ...... $329.00 Jean Harrison, Arborg...... $1,988.00 Ida Jean Buck, Hodgson ...... $26.75 Riverton Group Home, Riverton ...... $2,699.00 Roxanne Roche, Arborg...... $1,868.00 Glen & Phyllis Stevenson, Peguis...... $877.00 Ainsley Gibbs, Arnes ...... $79.00 Ernie & Lucille Stabner, Eriksdale .....$1,349.00 Don & Betty Johnson, Arborg ...... $1,299.00 Jonas Roche, Arborg ...... $349.00 Nancy Woychyshyn, Arborg ...... $499.00 Patricia McCallum, Gimli...... $569.00 Margaret Podaima, Fisher Branch ...... $769.00 Donna & Ray Andert, Gimli ...... $899.00 Joyce Bielik, Riverton ...... $29.95 Michael Eyolfson, Riverton...... $617.00 Wilf Ashley, Arborg ...... $479.00 Marvin Olson, Arborg ...... $29.95 George R. Weibe, Arborg ...... $1,227.00 Jake Barkman, Riverton ...... $619.00 Jeroline Smith, Peguis...... $1227.00 Janice Sinclair, Peguis ...... $209.00 Mike & Thelma Blahey, Arborg ...... $557.00 Sandra Jonasson, Arborg ...... $549.00 FREE! Geraldine & Jamie Stephenson, Riverton .$1,711.00 Elaine Bolter / Geoff Crew, Sandy Hook .$999.00 Melissa & Jeff Abuda, Arborg...... $3,339 Dean & Sharmaine Murdock, Dallas..... $319.00 Karen Dzaid, Arborg ...... $499.00 John Paul Avison, Arborg ...... $679 Theodore Zagozewski, Riverton ...... $119.00 Natalia & Roger Eyolfson, Riverton .....$1638.00 Carol & Dan Beauchemin, Inwood ...... $1,329 Morris Willis,Riverton ...... $416.13 Randy & Glenda Forster, Hodgson ...... $1898.00 Jim Dingwall, CampMorton ...... $1,038 Glen Syme, Arborg ...... $59.00 Perry & Genni Hibbert, Arborg ...... $479.00 Eugene Feschuk, Gimli ...... $698 Rob & Kelly Selkirk, Peguis ...... $2,399.00 Kris & Begga Johannesson, Riverton ....$939.00 Jason Hudson, Riverton ...... $1,278 Pete & MaryPlett, Arborg ...... $599.00 Rick & Sheila Johnston, Arborg ...... $349.00 Darlene Jonsson, Gimli ...... $359 6 PC DINING SET Donald Ostertag, Gimli ...... $1,448.00 Bertha Jonasson, Arnes...... $769.00 Ruth Kennedy, Arborg ...... $549 ALL Peguis Free Spirits Child Care, Peguis ..$189.00 Donna Jonasson, Arnes ...... $399.00 Benita Muzyka, Arborg ...... $388 Brent Melsted, Arborg...... $599.00 Jeannette Kist, Gimli ...... $121.87 Archie Thompson, Arborg ...... $549 Table PURCHASES A.W. Mabon, Gimli ...... $1,027.00 Kevin & Lisa Klym, Arborg ...... $774.00 Amanda Unger, Riverton ...... $799 4 Chairs & Brian Jonasson, Arnes ...... $454.00 John & Tina Kornelson, Arborg ...... $689.00 Evelyn Wallach, Poplarfi eld ...... $899 A NOTE TO OUR CUSTOMERS Double Bench QUALIFY! Phyllis Dueck, Riverton ...... $767.00 Kent & Helena Kostshyn, Lundar ...... $639.80 Judy Wells, GrandePointe ...... $119 Due to the nature of this sale, we felt a brief John & Nellie Burak, Arborg ...... $599.00 Thomas Kowalchuk, Fraserwood ...... $499.00 Lynn Bear, Peguis ...... $239.00 Andrew Barg, Winnipeg...... $1,749.00 Layne & Holly Kulbacki, Arborg ...... $599.00 Hazel Brunen, Eriksdale ...... $729.00 explanation is essential. $ • Furniture Crystal Sigurdson, Riverton ...... $549.00 Edward Penner, Arborg ...... $619.00 David Chudy, FisherBranch...... $1,499.00 Only 899 Robert & Ellen Martin, Arborg ...... $1,330.00 Keith Poleschuk, Arborg ...... $2082.00 Susie and Brian Eyolfson, Riverton ...... $528.00 At closing, 6 p.m. Sat. Sept 29th we will tally the Reg $1169 • Appliances Ronald Ostryzniuk, Poplarfi eld ...... $479.00 Curtis Spence, Hodgson ...... $479.00 Nelson Hudson, Koostatak ...... $629.00 20 days of paid sales and divide by 20 to get the Margaret S.Wilson, Peguis ...... $1,699.00 Tanya & Lyle Thorgilsson, Lundar...... $329.00 Larry and Valerie Kornelsen, Arborg .... $799.00 • Clearance Stacey Ledingham, Riverton ...... $1,279.00 Nancy Woychyshyn, Arborg ...... $768.00 Jason Loewen, Arborg ...... $859.00 average daily sale. The day which is closest to this 8-Piece Living Wayne Barkman, Arnes ...... $799.00 Mathew & Gemma Avison, Arborg ...... $219.00 Rita Milne, Gimli ...... $1,327.43 daily average, without going over it, will be the day Items Kathy Taylor, Winnipeg Beach ...... $599.00 Raymond Bazinet, Eriksdale ...... $389.00 Minerva Ladies Aid, Gimli ...... $659.00 Room7-Piece Package Living Doreen Steg, Camp Morton ...... $299.00 Lynn Bear, Peguis...... $1,044.00 Sheila Murdock, Koostatak ...... $1,018.00 which ALL purchasers will receive their purchase Lloyd Sigurdson, Arborg ...... $599.00 Ken & Linda Cherepak, Arborg ...... $49.01 Ruth Otto, Ashern ...... $1,829.00 amount back, taxes excluded. Includes:Room Sofa, Package Loveseat, Glen & Norma Plett, Arborg ...... $629.00 Debbie Deveau, Eriksdale ...... $249.00 Gwen Adams, Matlock ...... $1499.00 Includes: Sofa, Loveseat, Jeannette Nickols, Riverton ...... $1,699.00 Dorthy Dubchak, Gimli ...... $899.00 Buddy Chudy, Fisher Branch ...... $1298.00 In the case of credit card (Smitty’s, Visa, 3-piece Coffee Table Set, Agnes Furgula, Riverton ...... $939.00 Sid & Beatrice Dueck, Arborg ...... $569.00 Dave and Mary Crate, Koostatak ...... $529.00 3-piece Coffee Table Scott McDougall, Ashern ...... $369.00 Don Firman, Arborg ...... $529.00 Frank Dziedzic, Stonewall ...... $859.00 Mastercard) purchases, we will issue a credit Pair of Lamps, Area Rug Doug Moroski, Meleb ...... $399.00 Leslee Gislason, Riverton ...... $699.00 Heather Fedorchuk, Gimli ...... $1119.00 immediately. Set, Pair of Lamps John Harper, Hodgson ...... $799.00 Heather Hamaberg, Teulon ...... $749.00 Ilean Haldane, Winnipeg Beach ...... $1979.00 PLUS Robert & Delores Jacobson, Arborg ..... $279.00 Matthew Hamaberg, Winnipeg ...... $399.00 Catalina Janzen, Arborg ...... $709.00 As we are tremendously overstocked right now, $ Brad Baziniak, Riverton ...... $698.00 Star Johanneson, Arborg ...... $549.00 Joan Krulicki, Arborg ...... $1126.99 $1477$15491549 DON’T Allan Porter, Peguis ...... $1,698.00 Allan & Janie Johnson, Riverton ...... $1,039.00 John Logan, Teulon ...... $439.00 every item in stock will be included in this sale. No Peter & Verna Bodnar, Arborg ...... $1,028.00 Brenda Kayer, Teulon ...... $399.00 Todd and Lisa Mazur, Fisher Branch ...... $72.40 exceptions - clearance, damaged, discontinued, PAY FOR 3 Zenith Poole, Arborg ...... $1,849.00 Wayne & Kathy Kristinnson, Arborg ..... $499.00 Jason and Sarah Naylor, Arborg ...... $1328.99 FREE!even new arrivals; furniture and appliances. Kevin & Lisa Klym, Arborg ...... $179.00 Jeff Melsted, Gimli ...... $120.00 Peter and Lisa Sawatzky, Arborg ...... $249.00 FIREPLACES Joan Hudson, Hodgson ...... $979.00 Beverly & Bryan Plett, Arborg ...... $2,148.00 Donna and Jim Skinner, Arborg ...... $50.94 We must reduce our inventory and to ensureDon we Smith MONTHS Leonard & Joyce Jackson, Gimli ...... $2,427.00 Bruce Reimer, Arborg ...... $1,308.00 Allen Spence, Hodgson ...... $1199.00 Log & Field Stone INTEREST ON Amanda Rundle, Riverton ...... $258.00 Ray Reimer, Arborg ...... $399.00 John and Mary Troyan, Arborg ...... $868.99 do, we will even give it away for one day! Smitty’s Charcoal Finish, TV unit Kay Bergman, Arborg ...... $2,229.00 Donna Votour, Arborg ...... $69.00 Boyd Abas, Hodgson ...... $338.99 with26" glass Fire ember Box Firebox w/ 0% EVERYTHING William & Ethel Brown, Gimli ...... $5,000.00 Richard & Judith Werner, Arnes ...... $419.00 Sharon J. Bear, Peguis ...... $39.99 Mike Budniak, Meleb...... $1,504.10 Don Barkman, Arborg ...... $279.00 Sophie Bristow, Gimli ...... $49.00 Remote4 ONLY Control O.A.C.! Leona Cochrane, Koostatak ...... $499.00 Noreen Barkman, Arborg ...... $679.00 Susan & Greg Brown, Lundar ...... $1,713.00 FURNITURE, Ivan & Christine Fridfi nnson, Arborg..... $737.10 Mark Bayliss, Arborg ...... $19.95 Elaine Bruce, Ashern ...... $449.00 Jocelyn & Tony Hayka, Arnes ...... $949.00 Melvin & Carol Bilinski, Fisher Branch ..$999.00 Linda Foster, Matlock ...... $408.00 BEDS, BEDS, BEDS, $1399$859 APPLIANCES John Hudyma, Fraserwood ...... $599.00 Jim & Wanda Brandson, Lundar ...... $916.00 Dan & Nyla Klatt, Grahamdale ...... $649.00 Frigidaire Alex Klimchuk, FisherBranch ...... $575.00 Paul & Linda Buus, East Selkirk ...... $338.00 Rosemarie Kawalenko, Arnes ...... $1,929.00 17 Models Kevin & Lisa Klym, Arborg ...... $1,484.00 Richard & Doris Dueck, Arborg ...... $59.90 Lenore Mahase, Winnipeg ...... $369.00 Easy Clean Range & SALE RULES Claudia Krawchuk, Fraserwood ...... $499.00 Henry T. Friesen, Arborg...... $1727.95 Mellisa Markusson, Gimli ...... $399.00 on Display SALE RULES David & Judy McDougall, Ashern ...... $399.00 Jocelyn & Tony Hayka, Arnes ...... $749.00 Stacy Markusson, Gimli ...... $2,637.00 FF 18 cu ft Fridge • All sales must be paid in full to qualify for this sale. Tammie McQuoid, Arborg ...... $1,049.00 Carl Johnson, Riverton...... $499.00 Darrin Mitcheel, Riverton ...... $1,703.95 •• Visa, All sales Mastercard must be or paid Smitty’s in full Credit to qualify Cards for accepted. this sale. John Miller, Broad Valley...... $69.95 Darryl & Jeanette Lazarok, Poplarfi eld ..$599.00 Bert & Vera Osborne, Arborg ...... $279.00 From • Visa, Mastercard or Smitty’s Credit Cards accepted. PAIR • Sale Starts 9a.m. Tues., Sept. 4 and ends Sat., Sept. 29, 6p.m. Ronald Plett, Arborg...... $499.00 Jason Loewen, Arborg ...... $59.90 Ashely Prince, Peguis ...... $20.00 $ • Sale Starts 9 a.m. Tues., Sept. 5 and ends Sat., Sept. 30, 6 p.m. Frank Reimer, Arborg ...... $658.00 Janet Porth, Gimli ...... $1759.00 Glen Tamoto, Sandy Hook ...... $1,179.00 $ •• All All purchasers purchasers on on free free day day will will be notifi notified ed and receive their full Dave & Eileen Shott, Arborg ...... $98.00 Candace Sigurdson, Riverton ...... $499.00 Rick Weins, Arborg ...... $649.00 1368 199- refundrefund by by Wednesday, Wednesday, Oct. Oct. 3, 4, 6p.m. 6 p.m. Fern & Philip Sinclair, Peguis ...... $279.00 Tracy Sigvaldason, Arborg ...... $299.00 Cornelius Weins, Arborg ...... $59.00 Philip Thorkelson, Arborg ...... $599.00 Della Sinclair, Koostatak ...... $1599.00 $ •• All All sales sales tallies tallies and and free free day day will will be be verifi verified ed by our accounting firm.fi rm. CASH & CARRY 2299 •• Commercial Commercial sales sales excluded excluded in tallies and free day. • All taxes excluded in tallies and refunds. •• All No taxes returns excluded or substitutions in tallies forand these refunds. 20 sale days. GRAND TOTOAL TO DATE $241,121.69 • No returns or substitutions for these 20 sale days.

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