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EXPRESS PHOTO BY PATRICIA BARRETT Students at Winnipeg Beach School downed tools last Wednesday and took up the cudgels of literacy in honour of I Love to Read month. Camp Read A Lot kids in Room 7 threw some logs on the fi re and settled in for a good afternoon’s read. Pictured, left to right, Asher, Kailyn and Mya. news > sports > opinion > community > people > entertainment > events > classifi eds > careers > everything you need to know Pick up your seed starter sets today at Gimli Rona. We have everything you need to make your BUILDING CENTRE GIMLI growing season www.rona.ca a success. 1-877-770-7662 HOURS: OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK MON-SAT 9 am - 6 pm • SUN 12 - 4 pm 2 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 Gimli council votes in favour of snowmobiles on Goldfi eld Dr.

By Patricia Barrett “Goldfi eld years ago used to be a Gimli councillors voted four to one snowmobile route,” said Chudd, who in favour of permitting snowmobiles helps run a family-owned dealership to drive through a residential neigh- in town that sells snowmobiles and bourhood close to the central busi- other vehicles. “There were no issues ness district despite strong objections back then. If this goes through, there from multiple homeowners. will be very few to no issues now.” Bylaw No. 17-0001 authorizes snow- Chudd said allowing snowmobiles mobiles to use the road or its shoulder to drive on the two streets will sup- on Goldfi eld Drive and Second Ave- port Gimli’s economy in the winter nue between 7:01 a.m. and 10:59 p.m. when business “drops off drastically” for fi ve and a half months of the year and will make it easier for snowmo- (Nov. 1 to April 15). Sleds are allowed bilers to get into town. to travel up to 50 km/h. “This is being done to bring more The RM had attached to its Feb. 8 tourist dollars in from outside the agenda six letters from residents op- community,” said Chudd. “That’s good posed to the bylaw and heard from for the businesses that do, by the way, a spokesperson representing 32 resi- pay taxes.” dents who “just don’t want it.” He dismissed residents’ concerns Spokesperson Mike Gielas, whose about safety, noise pollution, lack of EXPRESS PHOTOS BY PATRICIA BARRETT home abuts Goldfi eld Drive, said enforcement and sled emissions. Three days after a majority of Gimli councillors passed a bylaw allow- people are concerned about pedestri- “Emissions is not an issue,” said ing snowmobiles to use the road or its shoulder on Goldfi eld Drive, a an (including middle school students) Chudd. “We probably have more is- snowmobile left a discernible track on the boulevard where they’re safety and a lack of RCMP enforce- sue with possible oil leaks from Mer- prohibited. ment. cedes-Benzes out on the lake over the “We know [about] and are frustrated last few weeks. Nobody complained by the lack of enforcement now, and about that.” we feel it will be the same in the fu- Chudd suggested residents’ claims ture,” said Gielas. “The speed of ve- about snowmobiles driving on side- hicles — constantly over the speed walks may be a tall tale because he limit. Sidewalk use still happens and himself hadn’t heard any complaints. boulevard [use] still happens.” “I haven’t seen any proof of it,” he Gielas also said the noise of snow- said. “Having said that, I haven’t mobiles disturbs residents at all looked for proof of it. I haven’t heard hours. of any complaints. Snowmobilers “We’re not mobile; we can’t leave tend to follow the trails that have been the area,” he said. “We don’t have any provided to them.” choice.” Mayor Randy Woroniuk permitted Goldfi eld Drive has one stop sign questions from residents — with a between Seventh (Highway 9) and proviso they not ask any question that This town-owned parking lot, which snowmobilers can now access via First Avenue. It has homes bordering had already been asked or answered. two residential streets, is two blocks from the Lakeview Resort. it on both sides right down to Third As to residents’ concerns that the Avenue, where a daycare is situated. routes will not be monitored for in- Mike Chudd, vice-president of In- fractions, Chudd said the RCMP had terlake Snow Trackers, an organiza- provided him with a letter of support, chooses to keep anonymous, begged The mayor told residents this is “only tion that grooms trails and which had and that, furthermore, they’ll be able to differ. a trial period.” petitioned the RM for the two routes, to enforce the routes now that a bylaw “It [Goldfi eld] already has extreme There is no clause within or appen- attended the meeting to rebut letters is in place. noise pollution. I have small children dix to the bylaw stating that the routes written by residents and fi eld objec- “Yes, you do have a few bad eggs out at home,” she said. “I have an autistic are subject to a trial period. tions from about 15 of them. there,” he said. “You’re never going to child who’s very sensitive to smell change that. But if you make things and noise and a four-year-old as well. more structured, it gives them [snow- My bedroom is right on the [street]. It Arborg Ag Society mobilers] less wiggle room. With less does affect my quality, and I think it wiggle room, it gives the RCMP a bet- affects all the people’s quality of life Fundraiser Social that have to live there.” Correction ter a chance to enforce the laws that Saturday March 4 are in place.” The resident said she has video of In the Feb. 2 edition of the Ex- 8:00 pm -1:00 am Resident Ingrid Roed asked coun- sleds breaking the law and convoys press Weekly News, we published Live Band: cil what value it places on residents’ travelling down the street. the article “Eriksdale Winter Car- Greg Arcade & Wildfi re Band quality of life versus the “entertain- “Five, 10, 15 at a time — this isn’t nival packs in the activities” and Silver Community Centrea ment of people who may or may not one little snowmobile going by your reported that the cost for a week- Late night PEROGIE BAR! be residents.” house.” end pass was $40. Silent Auction & 50/50 ! The mayor said he lives by a snow- The mayor said that up to this point However, in light of information mobile trail, hears them all weekend in time, there have been no com- that came to us after the inter- and is woken up at midnight “a lot of plaints from residents. view, the cost is actually only $30 times” by sleds travelling at full tilt. The mayor, Deputy Mayor Peter for a weekend pass. “My quality of life is still great. ... I Peiluck, Coun. Richard Petrowski and The Express apologizes for any don’t see the impact on the quality of Coun. Thora Palson approved second confusion this may have caused. life.” and third reading of the bylaw. Coun. $15 Another resident, whom the Express Danny Luprypa voted against both. The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 3 Camp Read A Lot at Winnipeg Beach School sizzles

By Patricia Barrett and grab a straw to spritz it on. Then Students at Winnipeg Beach School you put Mod Podge on it and let it dry downed tools last Wednesday and overnight.” took up the cudgels of literacy in hon- Maddie, who’s in Grade 2, took part our of I Love to Read month. in the Fairy and Gnome home-build- Dressed in shorts, T-shirts, hats and ing project to ensure the diminutive sunglasses, students turned their beings were made as comfortable as school into a summer camp dedicated possible on move-in day. to the written, spoken and pictorial “I made a table, a chair, a garden and word. a pool,” she said. Representatives from kindergarten Maddie then read a letter the stu- to Grade 7 held a press conference dents received from Uncle Wilbur, in the principal’s offi ce to discuss the a kind old soul who wraps books in merits of their school-turned-camp. parcel paper and has them delivered “We have this theme for our school,” to each classroom. said Jada, grades 3-4 spokesperson. “It “Dear Campers, It’s Uncle Wilbur [is] Camp Read A Lot, and we [are] here. I’ve been thinking of you little dressing up for a couple of the days. rascals lately, so I thought I’d write ya And this one is a very, very hot day.” a letter,” she said, delivering the words Kindergarten students in Room 7 as though they were the notes of a took things to the extreme, pitching a song, using pitch changes, pauses and tent and building a blazing campfi re emphasis. “How’s camping going? I before settling in with a mountain of sure did enjoy my days in camp when books for a sizzling hot day of read- I was a little fella like yourselves. Of ing fun. course, way back then our camp days Students get each day underway by were spent outdoors and with books, singing a camp song such as Sally the not with — what do you call them Camel and Baby Bumble Bee, said things? — the eyeglads [iPads]?” Jada, before they break into groups. Ariel, spokesperson for grades 1-2, EXPRESS PHOTO BY PATRICIA BARRETT Older students act as camp coun- said each book Uncle Wilbur delivers C.R.A.L. has an on-site library that is jam-packed with good books. sellors, leading their young charges comes with 10 trivia questions that Sitting: Brooke, left, and Maddie. Standing, left to right: Ariel, Rebekah, through a number of literacy exer- students can answer individually or Jada, Chloe (with lamp) and Kailyn. cises designed to limber up the brain in groups. and loosen up the tongue. “We [our class] got all of them right,” Kindergarten students Brooke and she said. WARM-UP THIS WINTER WITH JELD-WEN. Kailyn explained what the Roaring Rebekah, spokesperson for grades Readers group is all about. 3-4, shared the details of upcoming “Book buddies,” said Brooke. “They camp events. read to you.” “On the 15th, we’re having a Pyjama “Wally wildcat roars,” said Kailyn, Day,” she said. “We [the whole school] explaining how Wally, the school’s get to go into the gym in our PJs and mascot, sounds. “And he likes to roar!” read in the dark with fl ashlights.” Chloe, who’s in Grade 7, said she and And they’ll be indulging in Smores the older students read to the young- on the 27th to ensure they have sters then subject them to strenuous enough energy to see them through tests designed to sharpen memory the waning days of I Love to Read and listening skills. month. Come and see us at: “We ask them questions about what The person responsible for this liter- we read to them in the book,” she said. acy-camp madness was unapologetic. “Sometimes they have picture books “We don’t go to Winnipeg Beach and sometimes a book full of poems.” School anymore,” said principal Each student at C.R.A.L. got to Shawna Rudd in a shocking state- choose a project to carry out on Activ- ment to the media about the activities As energy costs continue to rise for heating and cooling, ity Day, which is devoted to the pur- she unilaterally sanctioned. tri-pane glass provides comfort in the form of greater suit of creative thinking. Rudd even gets on the tannoy ev- thermal efficiency making it the appropriate choice Jada, Ariel and Kailyn made keep- ery morning with the greeting, “Good for any Canadian home. sake boxes, and Brooke made “melty morning, Campers. Read, read, read.” The Winter Sales Event has arrived. beads” (also known as fuze art). With all this reading activity, we Eligible products may vary by region. “You just put it on a napkin and you asked the students whether they’re try to push it gently off the [board] actually getting any work done. A BUY YOUR WINDOWS TODAY AND RECEIVE and put the beads on,” said Brooke. chorus of “We have homework” arose. “And it looks very fl at.” At the end of the Express’ tour of A FREE TRIPANE UPGRADE! Chloe went in for in tile-making. Camp Read A Lot, Maddie gave “You have this white square tile and the reporter a Valentine’s heart on Discounts Available you scribble in whatever colour you which she wrote in elegant freehand, want and whatever design,” she said. “Thanks for doing your job.” Discount sale ends February 28, 2017. “And then you take rubbing alcohol 451 Main St.,Arborg • (204) 376-3090 4 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 Gimli councillor questions enforcement of snowmobile bylaw

By Patricia Barrett the public,” said Const. Stéfan Ma- The only councillor opposed to Gim- naigre by email. “We take pride in li’s new snowmobile bylaw said the the fact that we are very visible in the chances are slim of catching snowmo- community and make regular patrols bilers speeding and driving on side- of the town of Gimli. Goldfi eld will be walks and boulevards in a residential patrolled for compliance just as often neighbourhood. as every other road that we patrol in Coun. Danny Luprypa, who is coun- the community.” cil’s liaison for residents along Gold- Manaigre, who works out of the fi eld Drive and Second Avenue, vot- Arborg detachment, said the Gimli ed against Bylaw No. 17-001, which RCMP has snowmobiles that are used passed at council’s regular meeting for enforcement purposes, and they’ll Feb. 8. be out this winter to “provide visibil- “A resident had called me and sug- ity and promote safe snowmobiling.” gested that they did call the RCMP,” The RCMP received three snowmo- said Luprypa when Mayor Randy bile complaints during the 2015-2016 Woroniuk gave him an opportunity to season, said Manaigre, and they came EXPRESS PHOTO BY PATRICIA BARRETT express his opinion. “And the RCMP from the same caller who had “vague” Snowmobilers are allowed to access town centre via two routes to the said they were unable to enforce and “limited” information. The resi- lake and park in front of the Lakeview Resort. From the hotel, they snowmobile issues because by the dent also called after the offences oc- have about a two-minute walk to central businesses. time they arrived on the scene, the curred, making it diffi cult to locate the snowmobiles were on the lake and snowmobiles or their operators. er routes do not have a high volume gone. So the whole issue of enforce- He said residents can help the RCMP Between Highway 9 and the lake, of traffi c. ment is pretty much impossible.” by providing as much information as snowmobiles can travel along Amisk “There’s very little foot traffi c and Residents who live along Goldfi eld they can about an incident and by re- Drive (three streets north of Gold- almost no vehicular traffi c along and Second had written letters to porting it immediately. fi eld) and Colville Drive (four streets Colville and Amisk,” said Luprypa. council saying as much. Residents should note the type/ south of the business district on Cen- “Certainly Amisk.” “If the RCMP are informed, the make/model of the snowmobile; co- tre Street). Goldfi eld resident Audrey Swift, snowmobilers will have left the area lour of the machine; licence plate Snowmobilers use these routes to who’s a medical researcher at the Uni- before the police arrive,” wrote De- number; colour of clothing worn by get to the lake. They then drive on the versity of Manitoba, penned a letter to bera Campbell in a letter received Jan. the rider; distinguishable parts/stick- lake towards town centre and park council dated Feb. 1, questioning its 27. ers/decals; and the direction the vio- their sleds in front of the Lakeview intent to sacrifi ce children and other Another resident along Goldfi eld lator came from and direction head- Resort. pedestrian’s safety in the interests of said he took photographs of various ing. Providing them with access to a capitalist pursuit. snowmobile infractions and showed Manaigre said the RM’s new snow- town-owned parking lot on Second “Not sure why the RM is even risk- them to offi cers at the local detach- mobile bylaw will help the detach- Avenue — one block up from the ing this type of incident from happen- ment. ment know what routes to patrol. Lakeview — will still entail a bit of ing, especially since snowmobilers “They said if they saw an infrac- “Having a bylaw will allow the walking, said Luprypa. already have permission ... via other tion and weren’t busy, they would do RCMP to enforce the misuse of snow- “You have to walk from the parking approved routes. Are a few extra something about it,” wrote Cam Bell- mobiles in the town of Gimli more lot to a business just like they would bucks (from the snowmobilers buying ingham in a Jan. 31 letter to council. effi ciently by knowing exactly which from the lake to a business.” coffee downtown) really worth it?” The Express asked the RCMP about routes are allowed and which are not,” The parking lot access, he argued, Manaigre encourages residents enforcement along Goldfi eld and Sec- he said. will reduce snowmobilers’ walking to contact the Gimli RCMP detach- ond. In addition to his concerns about the time from the lake by only two min- ment at 204-642-5106 if they witness a “The Gimli RCMP has always and near impossibility of catching viola- utes. snowmobile violation. will always enforce and/or educate tors, Luprypa argued that snowmo- Luprypa emphasized the need to the public on any ORV (Off Road Ve- bilers already have access to Gimli’s consider pedestrian safety along hicle) violations that are observed by central business district via two other Goldfi eld and Second, saying the oth- offi cers, or reported by members of approved routes. Faulkner poker derby kicks off year of Canada 150 prep events

The event is the fi rst of many for the “We did a similar large event like Sno Drifters annual poker derby Feb. 18 area in a joint effort among local orga- this last year and it was really suc- nizations to raise money for and plan cessful, and it served as a trial run for By Jeff Ward Community Hall and make their way Canada 150 events later this summer. this year. Now we have a good idea The Lakeside Sno Drifters are host- through Steep Rock, Hilbre and Gra- Lana Iwanchuk, manager at Steep of what works and what people enjoy ing their annual poker derby ride next hamdale before circling back to their Rock Beach Park, will run a stained most. I expect to see our crowd grow, weekend, which will begin a series of original starting point. glass fundraiser at the Faulkner Com- and with the side event, I think every events in the area by different orga- Poker hands can be purchased for $5 munity Hall that day to raise money organization will raise good money.” nizations leading up to the massive each or $10 for three hands. During for their summer celebrations. The The event is family friendly and the Canada 150 celebration at Steep Rock each of the stops, if you pull a Joker Faulkner Community Hall board will hall will also have an indoor curling Beach Park. card, you win $10. Sixty per cent of be serving burgers and refreshments activity for the kids. Bittner said that The poker derby takes place on Sat- the money collected from the sale of as a fundraiser as well. the trails do have a 60km/h speed lim- urday, Feb. 18 and features a 65-kilo- poker hands goes back into the prize “The money we raise will go towards it, but this event is more about having metre ride through some impressive structure and gets handed out at 30, maintaining our trails,” said Jason a leisurely ride. He expects the jour- and well-maintained trails. Riders 20 and 10 per cent for fi rst, second and Bittner, president of the Lakeside Sno ney to take about four hours in total. start their journey at the Faulkner third place winners. Drifters. The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 5 Mercedes-AMG Mythbusters #3: It’s All in the Vision By Melanie Paterson of AMG Driving tor all the things happening in front Academy of you. It will be much easier to see Driving is a hand-eye co-ordination movement and follow patterns such skill — like hockey or baseball — so as someone walking across the side- it’s critical to use your vision properly walk towards the road instead of just in order to maximize accuracy and seeing them pop out between parked control. cars at the last minute. Sometimes we look down the hood Now, when it comes to turning cor- of the car at the road while driving. ners, we need to use our vision to look But we need to use high-aim vision where we want the car to go, and we and look as far down the road as pos- do that by turning our head in ad- sible. vance. Anyone who rides a motorcy- When driving on straight roads, us- cle, snowmobile or bicycle knows that ing high-aim vision and looking at the if you do not look where you go, you horizon allows your brain to take in can’t turn the handlebars in that di- more information with your periph- rection. eral vision and facilitates better deci- Ever wonder why when you look at sion-making. that pothole you want to avoid, you When you’re focused on one area, run right over it? The reason for that EXPRESS PHOTO COURTESY OF MELANIE PATERSON you miss the information from the is our hands and eyes work as a team, other areas, so that’s why the saying and wherever you look, you steer. want to turn at, turn your head before er, you will drive more smoothly and goes “look at nothing … see every- When you look at what you’re trying you turn the steering wheel and look with more precision. There will also thing.” to avoid, it is extremely hard to steer through the corner to the part of the be less chance of something surpris- If you’re driving down a straight away from that object or area. road where you want to end up. ing you and causing an emergency. road such as Highway 8 or Centre When you’re approaching a curve You will fi nd that by looking ahead Street, use high-aim vision to moni- in the road or an intersection you and looking through the corners soon- Province plans to reduce regulatory red tape to help business

By Jeff Ward enforced until 2021. can help businesses in developing a used for,” said Cowling-Mason. The manager of Community Futures CFWI manager Lana Cowling-Ma- fi nancial plan. CFWI is committed to The government will have to fi nd a West Interlake (CFWI) said that the son explained that on the surface, economic development in their catch- balance between regulations that are provincial government’s strategy to this feels like the right approach and ment area which encompasses all a necessary part of owning a business lessen the burden or red tape should could defi nitely lead to easier times communities along Highway 6 from and regulations that are redundant. help to streamline the system for new for business owners in the Interlake. Woodlands to Grahamdale. But Cowling-Mason feels the timing and existing business owners. “If there’s a way to make the overall Cowling-Mason said that while is right for a review of the red tape In a statement last month, Mani- system more streamlined or more us- some regulations are welcome, there that so many businesses have to deal toba’s deputy premier Heather Ste- er-friendly, I think we should move in are many that serve to eat up the most with and if the barrier to entry for fanson committed to reducing the that direction,” said Cowling-Mason. precious resource any business owner new entrepreneurs is reduced in the “unnecessary barriers for businesses, “Folks that are dealing with the land- has, and that is time. future, there might be more new busi- local governments, non-profi t organi- use end of things, for instance, have to “Part of it is fi guring out what people nesses popping up in the Interlake. zations and all Manitobans.” go through 10 to 15 different agencies deem as redundant. I think that we To accomplish this, the government for approval. It would be great if there should also be doing a better job of said that for every new regulation put was a way to streamline those regula- communicating what regulations are in place, they must remove a similar tions.” set out to accomplish, so that business administrative burden. The one-for- CFWI helps businesses to survive owners can better understand them. one rule would cap the growth of and grow by connecting them to ex- When owners are fi lling out forms X,Y 3 regulatory requirements, and a more perts and resources. They also pro- and Z, they don’t always understand aggressive two-for-one rule would be vide advice to business owners and what all of that information is being

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gettfiRED RIVERshing > CHALET BEACH > LAKE WINNIPEG > ARNIE WEIDL Fishermen’s luck earns him supper

PUBLISHER SALES Lana Meier Brett Mitchell Hi, outdoor buddies. Late last week found me sitting and swapping fi shing stories with Phil- lip Perkins of Transcona in Shawn MacDuff’s ice shack not far from the end of Gimli’s harbour. The air of brightness in this shack’s high walls, grand ceiling fan and huge windows REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER SALES seemed to complement Phil’s story of Patricia Barrett Branden Meier his happy childhood fi shing contests in Pinawa years ago. Phil was a jolly, energetic, full-faced guy with short brown hair who punc- tuated every sentence with a short hurried laugh. He loved telling a sto- ry about when he, his sister and dad would go boat fi shing in the weed REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER PRODUCTION banks of the Winnipeg River by Pina- Jeff Ward Debbie Strauss wa. Whichever kid caught the big- gest jackfi sh, dad would take them to EXPRESS PHOTO BY ARNIE WEIDL a sporting goods store and buy them Cameron Bernier with a pickerel he caught while fi shing with his father anything they wanted. on the Red River by Breezy Point. On one such occasion, his sister caught a humongous jack that netted ter depth off an interior rock face by ing off the slippery rocks at Seven her a fi ne fi shing rod prize and brag- Nanaimo, B.C., with a line and weight. Sisters when he spied a turtle swim- ging rights because, come the next PRODUCTION SPORTS REPORTER As he was winding it up, at the 25-foot ming furiously between the rocks in Nicole Kapusta Brian Bowman spring when they were spring clean- level, he felt a tug. When he brought the rushing river current. Oblivious to ing the boat, she found and kept a it all the way up, to his amazement, a the danger, he went after it and, sure half-inch tooth from that jack stuck in jack had swallowed the weight. enough, fell into the icy, turbulent wa- the fl oor carpet. I left Drew and William after a bit ter. A few days before meeting Phil, I and carefully walked along over the He was in luck, though, because a went visiting anglers on the Red Riv- truck trails of half ice, half hard snow passing stranger saw him trying to er off Breezy Point. Going from one to another tent-shack where I struck grab onto the slimy rocks as his legs portable shack to another, I met two up a conversation with Cameron fl ailed about. With one grand move, ADMINISTRATION DISTRIBUTION young chaps. Drew Wallace was thin Bernier and his dad Perry, also from he bent over and plucked Cam out of Corrie Sargent Christy Brown with a dark pointed beard and his Transcona. They had caught a few fi sh, the water with one hand. To this day, pal William Henry was a very fi t guy and Cameron held one up for me to in his mind, Cameron can still see who had a warm, subdued, constant show you. Cameron and Perry spoke himself in that cold water amongst smile. We talked of fi shing experienc- with fondness of the fact that they those slippery rocks. es while standing on the ice in a brisk have been fi shing together forever. One beautiful, warm, cloudy cool wind. Drew’s favourite story was Cameron remembered once when he Continued on page 8 about when he was checking the wa- was very small and they were fi sh-

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Democracy has previously been An injustice has been done, since snowmobiles came up, the mayor In short, counter to the democratic defi ned as “government by the peo- that decision was made despite the himself admitted that it woke him process, the residents of Goldfi eld ple; a form of government in which fact that the residents had mounted up at night. He said that he lived a Drive were given the “bum’s rush” the supreme power is vested in the even stronger support against the is- third of a mile away from a snowmo- by the mayor and council, and were people and exercised directly by sue than they did in 2015, in terms bile trail. Just imagine how it sounds told that allowing snowmobiles on them or by their elected agents un- of number of petition signatures at a distance of 30 feet, the approxi- Goldfi eld was only “a test.” Presum- der a free electoral system” (www. obtained and number of letters sub- mate distance between most of the ably, if the RCMP and/or the bylaw dictionary.com). In many respects, mitted, both to council and to the lo- homes on Goldfi eld and the snow- offi cer receive enough complaints, local government is the level of gov- cal newspapers. mobile trail. the issue will be revisited. I actually ernment closest to the people, and How could this happen, in this day Close to the end of the meeting, called the bylaw offi cer with a com- the state of democracy in the coun- and age of democracy? Not sure, but Chudd presented an article by one plaint at 1:30 p.m. the day after the try as a whole is closely tied to the it seemed as though the mayor and of the local newspapers showing the council meeting. My complaint was state of democracy at the local level. council had already made up their Interlake Snow Trackers (his snow- that I saw two snowmobiles driving So what’s this country coming to? minds prior to the Feb. 8 council mobile group) donating $1,000 to the on Goldfi eld, against instead of with Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, was a meeting, since the bulldozers were local Stars Air Ambulance. Admit- traffi c, thereby causing a hazard on sad day for the residents of Gold- out, grooming both sides of Gold- tedly, this was an admirable cause. the road. I only got the bylaw offi - fi eld Drive and for democracy, since fi eld Drive, a couple of days before But does it elevate them to hero sta- cer’s answering machine. The ques- that was the day that Mayor Randy the meeting. And that wasn’t the tus in the eyes of the Goldfi eld resi- tion now becomes, will the “test” Woroniuk and his council (our elect- only thing. Highlights of the meet- dents, as intended? Or should the ever end?! ed offi cials) arbitrarily decided to ing included the mayor exhibiting snowmobilers’ goodwill be extended Cam Bellingham go against the wishes of the major- little patience when hearing out the directly to the residents, by respect- Resident of Goldfi eld Drive ity of the people and “test out” hav- residents’ side of things; and when ing their right to live in peace, quiet Attendee Feb. 8 council meeting ing snowmobile traffi c on Goldfi eld. the issue of noise resulting from the and safety on their street? Manitoba announces Farm Products Marketing Council Submitted area and sold the farm in 2012. Janzen shares in the operation of her A new chair and directors have been Norine Dohan is an existing direc- family’s grain farm, while also devot- appointed, and one existing director tor who has served on the board since ing signifi cant time to community vol- appointed to vice-chair, to the board June of 2011 and has been appointed unteerism and farm organizations. of the Manitoba Farm Products Mar- vice-chair. She is a rancher and book- Lachance is secretary and treasurer keting Council, Agriculture Minister keeper. She previously served on the for the family’s farm and corporation, Ralph Eichler announced Tuesday. board of the Manitoba Agricultural Lachance Bros. Ltd. She and her hus- “The newly appointed chair, vice- Services Corporation. Dohan has band have operated their farm for 40 chair and directors for the Manitoba many years of experience as a volun- years. Lachance remained involved Farm Products Marketing Council will teer with local sporting organizations in 4-H for many years as both a mem- serve an important role helping foster and the 4-H club in the Ethelbert area. ber and a leader. growth in a very exciting and innova- Newly appointed directors are Lisa Wytinck has been the general man- tive sector of agriculture in Manitoba,” Dyck, Ronalee Janzen, Louise La- ager of NorthStar Genetics since 2009, said Eichler. “We are proud of the ex- chance and Raymond Wytinck. which supplies traited soybean seed perience, leadership and abilities of Dyck is owner of Cornell Crème Ltd., to operations in Western Canada. He the newly formed board and look for- Manitoba’s fi rst dairy producer/pro- previously worked for Cargill for 13 ward to the results of their work.” cessor founded in 2012, and co-owner years in a variety of management ca- Lakeside MLA Ralph Eichler The board of directors for the Mani- of Cornell Dairy Ltd. A recognized pacities. toba Farm Products Marketing Coun- and active member of Manitoba’s Robert Muir, Garry Draper and John Wiens have been revoked. cil is responsible for overseeing the business community, she is a director Sandborn had their terms expire and Eichler thanked previous board promotion, regulation and manage- on the boards of the Winnipeg Cham- Erin Crampton has resigned from members for their past service to the ment of the production and market- ber of Commerce and Food & Bever- her appointment. The appointments Manitoba Farm Products Marketing ing of farm products in Manitoba, as age Manitoba. of directors Ken Caldwell and Rick Council. set out in The Farm Products Market- ing Act. The new chair of the board is Ed “GET DRIVING TODAY” From traditional to contemporary, we provide Helwer, who is a retired farmer, owner of a successful farm supply business, services to match what you want. 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By Jeff Ward everyone had a great time,” said Falk. Great weather and a healthy turn- “Fred Gasper sold 300 hands to our out of riders helped make the annual ghost riders before we even set out for Ashern Fireman’s Poker Derby a suc- the weekend. He was an active mem- cess last weekend raising $2,500. ber of the department for a number of Ashern Fire Chief Ken Falk said that years, and even though he’s retired, approximately $1,500 will make its he still walks up and down the streets way into the bank account for the de- helping us fundraise. I think he partment after $900 was handed out brought in about $1,000 on his own.” in prizes. Ghost riders are the people who Falk said that the money will stay purchase poker hands but don’t come in the bank account until the depart- out for the ride. The hands purchased ment decides what new equipment by ghost riders are done in a separate may need to be purchased or if an- draw so that everyone has the oppor- other need arises. tunity to support the department. Falk said that more than 50 riders Falk said that this year’s event was showed up to the derby and estimates very comparable to how much money EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED that 550 poker hands were sold last the department normally raises and, More than 50 riders came out to support the Ashern Fire Department’s Saturday. he’s very happy to see the support annual poker derby ride last weekend when $2,500 was raised. “The beautiful weather we had made come in year after year. the ride really enjoyable, and I think Moosehorn hoping to see protective dike in 2017 By Jeff Ward fi ce, Alf Cuthbert School and many regularly, but it is often. When we getting accomplished,” said Price. The town of Moosehorn is hoping to properties along the road will now have a huge rain event, and there There isn’t a 100-per-cent guarantee see a protective dike built on the east be protected from fl ooding — and have been several of those, the area that the construction will take place side of Government Road this year to into drainage ditches to the north and is affected a lot. We deal with a lot of in 2017, but both Schwitek and Price prevent future overland fl ooding after south of town. overland fl ooding for the church, the said that they both anticipate seeing seven years of planning. Perhaps the best part of the plan, school and many properties along the this happen. What the municipality The RM of Grahamdale has been outside of the protection it gives prop- road.” is waiting for right now is just confi r- working on the plan since 2010 un- erty owners, is the cost to ratepayers. Gene Price, councillor for Ward 2 mation from both the provincial and der the 2010 Canada-Manitoba Flood The federal and provincial govern- in Grahamdale, said that he is look- federal governments as they agree on Mitigation Program. According to ments have committed to covering ing forward to the day when shov- how to split the 90 per cent they’re go- CAO Shelly Schwitek much of the 90 per cent of the cost of the project els fi nally go in the ground on this ing to cover. waiting to get the project completed with the municipality kicking in the project. Price is in his second term as “It will be exciting when we actually was due to the aftermath of the fl ood remainder. The CAO said that she councillor and this has been a project see the machines there and everyone of 2011. Schwitek added that in 2012 couldn’t say what the 10 per cent that he’s been working on for quite a working on this. When the church the province notifi ed the RM that the share is because the contracts are be- while. fl oods, it’s kind of an automatic thing municipality was approved for a fea- ing tendered out soon. “Stuff like this takes a lot of time. It’s that people from the community come sibility study to look at the impact of “The mandate of the program is to a slow procedure. But this is some- and help fi ll and place sandbags, so it the dike. just keep the town dry. It’s not going thing that’s very important to the would be great if they didn’t have to The plan calls for a dike that di- to fi x any drainage downstream,” said people in Moosehorn. The project do that anymore. I think we’ll all be verts water away from the east side Schwitek. has always been about protecting the quite excited to see this happen in of Moosehorn — the municipal of- “I wouldn’t say that the area fl oods town, so it’s good to see this so close to 2017,” said Schwitek.

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Saturday,I was far out on Paul’s upbeat, fun-loving per- we’re having fi sh for supper.” the ice at Balsam Bay. I was sonality was overwhelming. Later, when I was pulling off bouncing along between what Holding up a pickerel, he took the ice onto the road, I met a seemed like streets of shacks great joy in telling me that he young couple out for a walk when I heard someone shout, had been coming out here all pulling a sleigh carrying their ”Hey Arnie, how are you do- winter long and hadn’t caught child. I remember stopping, ing?” a thing. He told his wife before rolling down my window and Tickets available at: Off to my left, a shorter fel- leaving home today that if he jokingly asking, “How do you • Jad’s (Arnes) • Gimli Small Engines • Smoke n’ Fish (Selkirk) low heavily dressed and with didn’t catch anything, he was guys like the ‘fi shing city’ that’s • Zan’s (Arborg) • Domo (Winnipeg Beach) • Big Dollar (Selkirk) a scarf that almost completely going to quit fi shing for good. been appearing here on the • Shop Easy (Riverton) • Ford’s Store (Winnipeg Beach) • Westside Honda (Selkirk) • J & J Fraserwood Store • #9 Roadhouse (Winnipeg Beach) • Selkirk Record (Selkirk) covered his face waved me to Well, that must have changed ice every weekend?” They just • Fry Day’s (Teulon) • Matlock Store • Lockport Grocery come over. Obligingly, I pulled his luck because he was three laughed and shook their heads • Gimli Snowmobile • Petersfi eld Hotel • Wavers (Scanterbury) Centre • Petersfi eld Store • Sherwood Groceries up and met Paul Joyal and his pickerel to the good. Appar- in wonder at the spectacle. • Tru Hardware (Gimli) • Clandeboye Store (Gull Lake/Stead) son-in-law Lawrence Bryant ently, he had just called his See you next week, gang. Bye. For Info Call: 204-641-6110 or 204-641-2210 from Winnipeg. wife and told her, “Tonight The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 9 Proposed bylaw to split West Interlake into three wards

By Jeff Ward either, so Ward 2 actually has more elected,” said Wainwright. The reeve added that he feels the A new bylaw for the RM of West In- people than what the map states,” If we defi ne the areas as the former council is working well together now terlake, if passed, will split the mu- said Helgason. RMs of Eriksdale and Siglunes, this and wants to continue that trend over nicipality into three wards with two “But for them to be counted in there, bylaw does give Siglunes four coun- the next few years. After getting off councillors representing each and the they need to be full-time residents. At cillors and Eriksdale only two. How- to a rocky start, Helgason said things reeve being elected at large for the the same time, even though they’re ever, both Helgason and Wainwright have really settled down over the purposes of the 2018 election. not counted in those numbers, they agree that the municipality can’t be last year and a half, and Wainwright The proposed bylaw has been in the still deserve to be equally represented viewed in that way anymore if they agrees with that. works since September of last year by council.” have any chance of working together “Those running in this next election and hopes to split the three zones by However, not everyone is happy and moving forward. have to run representing West Inter- equal population. Ward 1 will remain about the proposed boundary lines. Love explained that in the next elec- lake because that’s the only way we’re the same and encompass what was Ward 1 Coun. John Wainwright said tion, it doesn’t matter where residents ever going to get away from the fi ction the former RM of Eriksdale. Ward 2 is that he would not vote for this bylaw live — they’re able to run as a coun- of Ashern and Eriksdale,” said Wain- the rural area of what was the former in its current form. Wainwright said cillor in any of the three wards. It is wright. RM of Siglunes, and Ward 3 will be that as it stands, Eriksdale isn’t being within the realm of possibility that a The Municipal Act states that rate- the town of Ashern and surrounding represented at the table as much as resident of Eriksdale runs as a Ward payers need to be advised of the third rural area. the Ashern area is. 3 councillor. Whether or not they win reading of this bylaw so that they may West Interlake CAO Larissa Love ex- “It leaves Eriksdale with only two is entirely up to voters, but there are attend the meeting. If 25 or more rate- plained that the wards only establish people representing it. It might work no limits as to where a candidate lives payers submit letters to council ask- the areas for the purposes of the elec- out if the town of Eriksdale also be- and where they can serve. ing the Municipal Board to review the tion and don’t change things like mill comes an LUD [Local Urban District] On the topic of Eriksdale being un- wards, a public hearing and review rate or taxes. because that’s the only way Eriksdale der-represented, Helgason offered would take place to do so. The third reading of the bylaw will will get equal representation,” said the fact that based on population, Helgason said that there probably be voted on at the regular meeting of Wainwright. Ward 2 is under-represented right are some, perhaps as many as 25, in council on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 9:30 a.m. Wainwright said that he would be in now. The population of Ward 2 is the community who aren’t going to in the council chambers in Ashern. favour of having West Interlake split 1,360, compared to the population of agree with this bylaw, and that’s fi ne West Interlake Reeve Randy Hel- into fi ve Wards — three in the former Ward 1, which is 846. by him. gason said that this is what represen- Siglunes area and two in the former “The whole issue could’ve been “Honestly, I think that there’s a tation by population looks like and Eriksdale area, each with one council- avoided before amalgamation took handful of people that are dissatisfi ed explained that this is a system that he lor and the reeve at large. Wainwright place if the province hadn’t legislated and a review could happen. But that’s feels works for the municipality as a added that the best solution in his the amount of councillors of Ward 1 their right and I respect people’s whole. mind is to have the entire election at or Ward 2. The people of Ward 2 were rights,” said Helgason. “The numbers don’t refl ect the sea- large. never represented by population,” sonal property owners along the lake “This way, the best six people get said Helgason. Mercedes-AMG winter sport driving program in Gimli defi es the ice

By Patricia Barrett wall, so to speak. If you love carnival rides that spin “We’ve been doing this a long time,” you silly and have you crying for more, said Kok, as he took the car up to 100 you’ll love the oval on Lake Winnipeg clicks on an icy blue straightaway that Mercedes-Benz and the AMG then braked before a corner to trig- Driving Academy are using for their ger a slide. “I’m probably able to carry winter sport driving program. a little more speed than most of our Last week race car driver and in- customers can carry.” structor Danny Kok showed the Ex- To Kok, it’s effortless, having raced press how to whirligig on ice at high for years in North America and Eu- speed as though he were James Bond rope. But there are dozens of tech- in Die Another Day. niques to learn, from proper seat posi- The only thing you’ll see are snow- tion (torso close to the steering wheel) banks whizzing past and the smooth, and braking pressure to hand posi- but speedy balletic movements of tion (9 and 3) and direction in which Kok’s hands on the steering wheel to steer when the car begins to slither. as the Mercedes barrels sideways Although it seems counterintui- around an oval multiple, multiple tive, focusing on the spot you want to times. avoid will likely result in your hitting “I’m steering where I want the car it. Kok was indifferent to snowbanks EXPRESS PHOTO BY PATRICIA BARRETT to go,” Kok said calmly, as though we and barricades, avoiding eye contact Heading into a turn on Lake Winnipeg. were out for a Sunday drive. “Learn- the way one does in an elevator full of ing car control is really what this is strangers. about, travelling sideways essentially Before participants can take charge sliding control and how to “set up” toe downshifting. the whole time. What it teaches you is of a Mercedes with its V8 Biturbo en- for corners. Then they’ll get behind “They’re purpose-built driving shoes to be in a skid for as long as possible.” gine (a high performance sports car the wheel and “just build it up from that have a roll,” said race car driver Not once during the 10 minutes of engine), they must undergo about there,” said Kok. and instructor Melanie Paterson, who zooming and zigzagging around fi ve three hours of in-class instruction. They can even slip into a pair of race courses on the lake did he hit the They’ll learn safety, car, vision and high-tech shoes designed for heel and Continued on page 12 10 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 Local teens take future of Inwood Arena into their hands Ball hockey tournament this weekend

By Jeff Ward but don’t open the doors next year. Two high school students from In- The bank account is dwindling away, wood are organizing a rally call to and we don’t have much money com- help save the Inwood arena and have ing in. What we want to see is people already raised more than $5,000 to renting the ice and getting people in- keep the doors open. terested in using the arena again.” Sixteen-year-old Graham Moore Both Mott and Moore are aware that and 17-year-old Christopher Mott it’s an uphill battle, but they refuse to started a Go Fund Me campaign last back down. This is a building they’ve week and in just 72 hours raised $5,500 spent countless hours having fun in, with donations still being accepted. and to them, it’s worth fi ghting for. Both teens wanted to help keep the The success of the Go Fund Me arena open and are doing everything campaign — www.gofundme.com/ in their power to make sure the facil- help-save-inwood-rink — has shown ity is around for many years to come. to both of them that there is still inter- The monthly hydro bill on the build- est in the facility. There are people out ing is $1,000, according to Moore. there, more than 50 donors now, that Mott is the one who made the ice want to support the arena. and is now maintaining it. He has The boys are also hosting a two-day spent over 100 hours volunteering to ball hockey tournament this weekend EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED make sure there is ice for everyone in to help raise even more money for the Chris Mott, left, and Graham Moore are raising money to save the the community to play on. There is no arena. The tournament begins Friday, Inwood Arena. The two teenagers have raised more than $5,000 online ice plant at the arena, so it’s all done Feb. 17 and ends on Saturday. already and are hosting a ball hockey tournament this weekend to naturally and by hand. Participants can register for $25 and raise more. Both boys are part of a Friday group can show up at the arena on Friday that plays rec hockey at the rink. How- at 7 p.m. There will be a full canteen, long way to helping out,” said Mott. we made it. I don’t think many peo- ever, they are the only group that uses 50/50 draw and silent auction to help Both Mott and Moore never thought ple know that the arena is threatened the surface regularly. raise money. their Go Fund Me campaign would right now, and now that they’re aware “We don’t have many skaters that “Hopefully, we get more ice rentals gain so much traction so quickly, but they want to support. They all have use the ice, so it’s hard to make money after this, which will help make our they’re very encouraged by the re- memories of playing in the arena, and to actually pay the bills,” said Moore. money last longer. Even if we just get sponse. we want everyone to have the oppor- “Our worst case scenario is that we a few more rec teams renting the ice “We really only expected to make a tunity to create their own memories stay open until the end of this season for a few hours a week, that goes a few hundred dollars at the most when here too,” said Moore. Provincial funding to decrease for Lakeshore School Division

By Jeff Ward in funding of 1.7 per cent totalling Opposition Education critic Wab challenges we are today. The Lakeshore School Division will $163,000. This is a lot of money that the Kinew said that the cost of education “There are tough times here and not be seeing any of the $13.1 million division needs to answer rising costs is expected to rise two per cent this that’s something to be taken into con- provincial funding for the upcoming of teachers’ salaries and benefi ts. year — on the low end of projections sideration.” school year announced earlier this Michno said that the for Lakeshore — and This increase leaves school boards in month and instead will have to get board is still working that an increase of one the unenviable position of putting the creative to sustain the budget. to fi gure out how to ad- per cent is a “de facto burden of rising education costs on On Wednesday, Feb. 1, Education dress those costs, but it cut” for education in the ratepayers in the form of higher taxes. and Training Minister Ian Wishart will likely happen in a “IT WAS UNFOR- province. But taxpayers fund public education announced that the provincial gov- few different ways. The Interlake MLA Derek already, so for divisions like Lake- ernment will be increasing funding board can cut staffi ng TUNATE TO SEE Johnson said he doesn’t shore, ratepayers are on the receiving for kindergarten to Grade 12 educa- positions, raise taxes or THAT EDUCA- believe this is a cut for end of a double dip into their wallets. tion for public schools for the 2017-18 dip into the surplus to education and that it is “I’ve attended school at Lundar and school year. In total, this announce- deal with the discrep- TION IS NOT A an increase, but one in Eriksdale and feel we had a very good ment represents an overall funding ancy. PRIORITY FOR tough fi nancial times. education back then and I feel we are increase of one per cent for the next “They’ll likely end up Johnson’s comments entitled to that now,” said Johnson. school year. doing all three of these,” THE PROVINCE.” echo what Wishart said Michno feels the exact same way, However, for the Lakeshore School said Michno. on the subject a few but now has to work with the school Division funds are dropping instead “The province knows weeks ago. board to fi gure out how to pay for it. of rising. full well that all school “$13.1 million, as far “I think our board is very cognizant “Unfortunate” is how division sec- boards in the province have settled as I know, is a record level of funding of always doing what’s best for the retary treasurer Marlene Michno with employees and all teacher con- increase for education,” said Johnson. students. They’ll make the decision, describes the funding increase an- tracts are settled. Teachers will see a Johnson went on to say if the pre- but it was unfortunate to see that edu- nouncement. 2.4 per cent increase in salaries, which vious government had been a little cation is not a priority for the prov- For Lakeshore, the increase from also affects benefi t costs. This is a de- more responsible with provincial fi - ince,” said Michno. the province is actually a decrease crease in funding, for sure.” nances, we wouldn’t be facing the The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 11 Riverton teacher combining kayaking and appreciation of nature

By Patricia Barrett A teacher at Riverton Collegiate will be launching a kayaking school this summer to teach people the basics of handling the watercraft while provid- ing them with an opportunity to learn about and appreciate nature. Rob Jantz, who teaches English to grades 8-12 students, established an eco-kayak company called Prairie Sea Kayak Adventures and will be tak- ing participants out to Willow Creek, south of Gimli. In addition to providing lessons on paddling, steering, exiting and enter- ing — as well as recovery in the event of a spill — Jantz will be teaching par- ticipants how to take a break from the hectic world of Internet and mobile connectivity. Kayakers will hear songbirds, the wind in the willows and the gentle slap of paddles on the surface of the meandering stream rather than the dings and buzzes of cell phones. “Everyone can relate to a place they went to as a kid,” said Jantz. “For me, it was when I was eight years old EXPRESS PHOTO BY PATRICIA BARRETT and a friend and I rode our Mustang Rob Jantz will be launching a kayaking school this summer to teach people the basics of handling the wa- bikes with the banana seats down to a tercraft. stream to catch tadpoles.” Jantz wants people to understand bags (for spare clothes) and knowl- (meteor shower) Tour on Aug. 12, and to the company’s website. the environmental challenges facing edge of the riparian area. Each two- a Solar Eclipse (the fi rst since 1979) For more information, email Rob at Interlake waterways and to develop hour tour can accommodate six par- Tour on Aug. 21. [email protected] or call 204- an appreciation for protecting habi- ticipants. Weather permitting, Jantz A Yoga Kayak Tour will have partici- 642-2707. Visit Prairie Sea Kayak Ad- tats. will offer a tour every day during July pants take to Lake Winnipeg. ventures online at www.prairieseak- In a Jan. 9 letter to the RM of Gim- and August. “You’ll paddle for a while, fi nd a ayak.ca. li, Jantz wrote that the company will Jantz will be also be offering special beach and do yoga,” said Jantz. The launch site is located at the junc- provide “a safe yet diverse setting for kayaking adventures over the course On Canada Day in Gimli, people tions of Highway 9 and Willow Creek the novice kayaker. Clients would be of the summer. can reserve a kayak and take part in Road (107 North), about fi ve kilome- provided a guided tour of the creek The Celestial kayaking events in- the town’s boat parade on Lake Win- tres south of Gimli. and [learn] about the health challeng- clude a Full Moon Tour in July and nipeg, and then watch the fi reworks Kayakers will be asked to bring a es that the creek and adjacent lake are August, a Delta Aquarid (meteor while fl oating in the harbour. change of clothes, sunscreen, hat and facing.” shower) Tour on July 28, a Perseid Tours vary from $60 to $85, according sunglasses. He’ll be supplying the kayaks, dry Eriksdale New Horizons to hold all-you-can-eat pancake fundraiser

fact that this service is being done and see the interest continues this year All-you-can-eat fundraiser Feb. 28 that there’s a need for it here,” said and that their fundraiser is also suc- Riddell. cessful. A simple donation and reg- “When we were struggling with our istering a new membership help the By Jeff Ward pancakes, as well as the good feeling numbers last year, people asked what board continue to provide a space The Eriksdale New Horizons Club that comes from helping out a worthy they could do to help. We told them and programs that are catered to the board is hoping to see people bring community cause. about membership and how they can seniors of the community. their appetites and their wallets to Mary Riddell, secretary-treasurer help volunteer for their annual pancake lunch fundrais- and co-ordinator of the congregate fundraisers. Last The Music Capital of the World er. meal program, said that people are year, our numbers The fundraiser is one of only a few also encouraged to sign up for a mem- NASHVILLE went from 30 to Where the music is Inspired, for the New Horizons Club each year bership. Memberships cost $15 for the 45, so we saw the Created, Recorded and Performed that encourages new memberships year and go a long to helping keep community re- May 17-24 while raising money. the club open and the meal program Highlights: Accommodations at the famous Opryland Resort, spond nicely.” Sightseeing Tour of Nashville, Grand Ole Opry Show with The lunch will take place at the club running. Memberships are also one of Last year, Back Stage Tour, Country Music Hall of Fame Museum, Wildhorse Saloon Experience with Dinner and so much more! on Feb. 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the best ways to support the club as the fundraiser Selkirk Departure (Minimum required) everyone is welcome to join. The cost the larger numbers help open up new brought in ap- PRESENTATION: Thursday, February 23 at 6:30 pm, Gaynor Family Library in Selkirk – R.S.V.P. is only $6, and that gets you a virtu- granting possibilities. proximately $300. ally limitless supply of sausages and “The community is very aware of the 1-800-723-8051 Riddell hopes to EMBASSY TOURS 757-9383 www.embassytours.ca 12 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 Volunteers wanted for Spirit of Caring course Submitted quiet with another and to listen without having to During critical times of suffering, trauma or loss, respond to be fully present with another. ” spiritual health can play a vital role in helping pa- Participants are invited to learn practical appli- tients fi nd their peace, inner strength and courage. cations of spirituality in a variety of situations in It is during these moments of uncertainty that pa- health care, including how to recognize, respect tients may need to regain their spiritual focus, re- and support a spiritual need, and how to attend to cover their sense of purpose and reconnect with spiritual distress, confl ict and dilemma in them- their beliefs. selves and others. Participants will also explore the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority’s diversity of spiritual traditions, beliefs, cultures and spiritual health services program is looking for vol- many more themes. unteers to walk alongside residents and patients of Bonnie Murray, a spiritual health volunteer with personal care homes and acute care hospitals with the regional health authority, said the course was a hope, respect, care and compassion. The Spirit of commitment well worth her time. She learned from Caring course is a nine-week course that prepares the co-ordinators, guest speakers and the class volunteers to accompany and support people in a group through discussions of different perspectives health-care setting. and life experiences. Marion Magnusson, regional spiritual health ser- “I personally came away with a clearer under- vices co-ordinator serving the west side of the re- standing of spirituality and the importance of car- gional health authority, explained spiritual care ing for our own spirit/self as well as that of others,” offers holistic healing. It is the activity of devoting said Murray. “Spiritual care in the health system presence, attention and respectful listening to peo- is so very important because that is usually when ple in helping them discern the meaning in life now people are their most vulnerable. While we aren’t — in this time and place, perhaps in the midst of a expected to have all the answers or fi x anything for health crisis. them, being an empathetic and supportive pres- “It is through learning about spirituality that your ence is what we can do for them.” EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED own perspective on life will change. You will grow in The course is a pre-requisite for spiritual health Marion Magnusson, regional spiritual health understanding more about yourself in the diversity services volunteers. It runs from March 23 until May services co-ordinator. of expressing who we are as human beings,” said 25 as follows: Stonewall: March 23 and 30, April 27 Magnusson. “Our awareness of the cultural lens and May 4, May 25; Beausejour: April 6 and 20, May we wear will develop a broader scope to embrace 11 and 18; Thursdays from 3 to 5:30 p.m. For details and to register, contact Marion Magnus- the spiritual in all faith communities. Additionally, The deadline to register is Feb. 28. There is a $100 son at 204-641-1379 or [email protected]. you will learn how to be available to another, to be fee (no cost for spiritual health services volunteers). > other words, you won’t get an opportunity to cut MERCEDIES-AMG, FROM PG. 9 off other drivers on a curve the way some do on Northern Lights Festival of the Arts showed the Express a number of different shoes Highway 9 through Sandy Hook. Entries Due February 28th, 2017 at AMG’s headquarters in the Lakeview Resort. You can, however, open the throttle (if you feel “The heel rolls up around the corner. When comfortable enough) and not have to worry you’re driving, the proper way is to keep your about RCMP lights fl ashing in your rear-view If you sing, dance, play and instrument or perform in heel on the ground and roll at your ankle to be mirror. some other artistic area, the Northern Lights Festival gentler on the controls. These are meant to rep- Kok said losing control of a car on ice comes welcomes your entry. licate the advantages of a racing shoe without down to a lack of understanding of what cars are The festival is open to adults, students, choirs and compromising comfort.” capable of doing – and that’s any car, not just bands throughout the Northern Interlake. Paterson said the program is very structured, a high performance Mercedes equipped with but designed in such a way that each participant studded tires. Entry forms and a copy of the syllabus are available can proceed at his/her own comfort level. “For me, having done this so much, I know at your local school; any questions or concerns, It’s ideal for people who want to understand where to look. 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Nancy Nowosad for guitar, violin and piano. slide – and you start to practise it – you become “We have a wood-burning stove in there,” said Rachelle Bouger for dance and gymnastics. more comfortable with it. It’s just like swinging Kok, “and they can hang out and have coffee a baseball bat: at fi rst you don’t know how to breaks.” The Highlights Concert will be held at the Fisher Branch hold it, but pretty soon you’re able to swing the The driving program is set to return to Gimli Community Hall on April 28th at 7pm. bat and hit the ball.” next February. Awards and scholarships will be presented at the concert. Slalom exercises are designed to teach partici- “We’ve had a number of locals who signed up pants sliding control without having to corner. and already participated in the program,” said The festival committee wishes once again to thank the “We set up cones, like a big slalom on the Kok. “We have driving enthusiasts everywhere, Interlake communities for their continued donations ice,” said Kok, as he weaved between imaginary not just Vancouver and Toronto.” and support for the festival - it is greatly appreciated. cones on a long stretch of ice, “and they learn He singled out the RM for helping them bring how to move back and forth through the slalom the program to Gimli. and control the car.” “The mayor and council have been nothing but Although the techniques are derived from supportive.” those used by the pros, this isn’t Formula 1. In The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 13 Cooley’s Canada 150 Winter Parade and canoe-pushing competition Gimli Ice Festival festivities get underway this Sunday, Feb. 19

By Patricia Barrett cuts on a nearby block. Cooley, the mascot of the Gimli Ice “He’s taking away the snow that Festival, has decided to throw some- doesn’t belong to the sculpture,” said thing new in the mix this year for the Tanchak, explaining snow-sculpting launch of his Ice Park. lingo. “It’s going to be a pickerel (wall- A Canada 150 Winter Parade and eye), which is signifi cant to this com- some canoe-pushing competitions munity because fi shing is a major in- will form part of the park’s launch on dustry.” Sunday, Feb. 19. Holfeuer said if Tanchak is unable The parade, which gets underway at to complete his last sculpture in time 1 p.m., will have about 30 fl oats that for parade day, he’ll be demonstrating will dazzle spectators and include a his sculpting magic for visitors. “twist” on Iceland’s parades, said Ice “We’re super stoked to have him Festival co-chair Susan Holfeuer. actually do the demo for people,” she “We’re going to have spectators fol- said. “He gets stopped 100 times a day, low behind us,” she said. “As we get to anyway!” the end of the parade, people can join The Ice Park is sponsored by several in and march down to the harbour.” Gimli and area businesses, the Wests- Gimli Coun. Thora Palson, who was hore Community Foundation and the born in Iceland, told Holfeuer about municipality. EXPRESS PHOTOS BY PATRICIA BARRETT the parade tradition. The festival itself on March 4 and 5 Susan Holfeuer (bow) and Shirley Yakowchuk (stern) try paddling a ca- Cooley will bring up the rear of the will include a Kid’s Fun-time Ice Fish- noe in front of the Lakeview Resort while Rob Jantz (left) and Bill Sze- fl oats, and Holfeuer will have a mega- ing event. waga push. Peter Holfeuer and Carol Szewaga cheered them on. phone in hand to marshal the crowds “It’s where kids get to learn how to to the harbour where Cooley will of- ice fi sh and they get little prize pack- and draws thousands of visitors from Festival and help the high school by fi cially throw open his park at 1:45. ages just for going out and trying it.” across the province, contributing to donating to their grad program. We Representatives from Future Me- Sustainable Development will be the town’s economic and social suc- donate our time and money.” chanical, the Lakeview Resort, No- donating prizes (educational books), cess. ventis Credit Union, Shachtay Sales and Ace Hardware and Stringer Rent- “The Ice Festival is Gimli’s win- & Service, as well as snow sculptor als are sponsoring the event. ter signature event,” said Holfeuer. Ralph Tanchak, MP James Bezan, “The volunteers for the kids’ fi shing “We’re a community festival. That’s Replace your MLA Jeff Wharton, Mayor Randy are all from the Breast Cancer Warrior why we have a lot of partners. What’s Woroniuk and co-chairs Susan and team. The money we raise, we donate special about us is we give back to the foggy or Peter Holfeuer, will help Cooley get to the Canadian Cancer Society,” said community. We do stuff on Canada his paws on a pair of scissors for the Holfeuer. Day, we volunteer with the Gimli Film broken glass ribbon-cutting. The Ice Festival is in its sixth year Holfeuer said they may get into a bit of premature spirit for the March at the fraction Ice Festival by undertaking a Crazy of the cost of a Canoe test-drive after the ribbon- cutting. new window English teacher Rob Jantz borrowed a canoe from the Evergreen School Division and helped Holfeuer and her volunteers try it out on the snow last Saturday. After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, people can warm up in the Lake Win- nipeg Visitor’s Centre. “It will be run by volunteers,” said Holfeuer. “You can buy your festival pass there if you want. If you buy a pass that day, hot chocolate and pop- corn will be free; [otherwise], it only a $1.” The Ice Park has a child’s skating rink and massive snow sculptors (cur- rently in progress) that will refl ect Canada’s community, culture, heri- tage and history. WINDOWS, DOORS & MORE Stonewall snow sculptor and artist Ralph Tanchak was on his ladder in Stonewall artist and snow sculptor Ralph Tanchak created a three- 365 Main St, Arborg, Manitoba front of the Gimli Art Club chiselling headed snow sculpture representing Ukrainian culture (seen here), away at a huge block of snow while his 204-376-5177 brother-in-law was executing rough and Indigenous and Icelandic cultures. 14 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 Well-known Manitoba artist visits Fisher Branch

By Rozanne Nevakshonoff For the last eight years, the Fish- er Branch Collegiate (FBC) and the Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) have collaborated to put on a weeklong art program. Grade 5/6 teacher Mrs. Malenchak explained how the school applied for a grant from the MAC. In turn, the MAC covers 75 per cent of the pro- gram costs while the school covers the remainder. The school chooses an art instructor from a list of eight to 10 available artists. Well-known Manitoba artist Gerald LaRoche led this year’s project. La- Roche, an accomplished visual artist as well as a Juno award-winning mu- sician, performs both nationally and internationally. LaRoche has partici- pated in school programs throughout northern Manitoba, and this is his fi rst venture into this part of the Inter- lake. LaRoche enjoyed his time with the Fisher Branch students and looks forward to his return when he visits Ashern and Marble Ridge Colony at EXPRESS PHOTOS BY ROZANNE NEVAKSHONOFF a later date. Fisher Branch Collegiate Grade 5 and 6 students took part in a watercolour project with well-known Manito- LaRoche started creating art when ba artist Gerald LaRoche last week. Students show off their watercolour masterpieces, pictured, left to right: he was young and discovered music Allen Emms, Mrs. Malenchak, Presley McConnell, Milla Richards, Keanna Walashek-Nault, Klyd Miranda,Howie at 12 years old. He decided to pursue Beaudette, Ivan Huynh, Dasani Cameron, artist Gerald LaRoche. both careers for a living, fi nding that they are closely connected. LaRoche obtained a certifi cate in commercial the time she was in the Fisher Branch art from Red River College and since Early Years School and has also expe- that time has been rienced music and dance. actively working as a After getting the visual artist, musician students set up and and teacher. showing them how to While walking fi nish their paintings, through the class- “WE HAVE ARTISTS LaRoche had time to room observing the share how he sets up students painting, IN THE SCHOOL the programming. Grade 7 student Tay- EVERY YEAR; BY The students meet lor Klimchuk en- one artistic require- thused, “We have FAR, THIS WAS THE ment per day. Day 1 artists in the school BEST TEACHER.” begins with drawing every year; by far, this and setting up the was the best teacher.” scene. Next is a lesson Klimchuk explained she has been on move perspective, participating in the art program from focal points and how to transfer a de- sign to paper. POKER DERBY Gerald LaRoche gives Fisher Branch students a lesson on shadowing. Saturday February 25th Moosehorn Over the fi ve days, the students add- the monetary assistance the Manitoba ed what they learned, and at the end Arts Council provides. She explained Long guided ride: 90 miles Stops at Montagao Lake, of the week, they had a fi nished piece that without this funding, it would be Devils Hole, Pelican Lake and the last stop is of art. Watercolours were the medium very diffi cult for small rural commu- Grahamdale cabin where food will be available. LaRoche chose for this project. Stu- nities to provide students with oppor- dents had the opportunity to paint tunities like this to explore the arts. Short ride: 40 miles - Stops along the way. three watercolours in different sizes When asked what the plans are for Miles of scenic well groomed forest trails. by selecting one of the more than 10 next year, Bouchard responded, “I an- landscape options given. ticipate a mural project made up of For more Info call: (204) 768-0165 Amanda Bouchard, the lea teacher, individual tiles hand painted by the $5 per hand or 3 for $10. Club not responsible for accidents. was delighted with the work the stu- students.” Something for everyone to Available at Moosehorn Hall. Log Cabin Riders dents were turning out and voiced look forward to. how very thankful the school is for The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 15 Manitoba to streamline farm building code requirements

Submitted • establishing a “low-human occupancy” unenclosed farm buildings used for hay storage The Manitoba government is supporting the long-term, building classifi cation for most types of farm or livestock shelters; sustainable growth of the agricultural sector by removing buildings, which will recognize lower risks by • removing requirements for re-ratedfi sepa- unnecessary regulatory requirements on the construction reducing additional regulatory requirements rations in high-humidity environments where of farm buildings, Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler an- for items like full fi re alarm systems; the building materials are unsuitable or in ar- nounced last week. • focusing on ways to prevent resfi from eas where animals are likely to cause damage “Our government is listening to Manitoba’s farm fami- spreading to neighbouring buildings, while still to them. lies and other stakeholders, who have clearly shown how allowing these low-human occupancy build- • providing more options to meet entrance the current code for farm buildings is impractical and ings to be grouped together to meet operational and exit requirements; costly,” said Eichler. “Instead, we will be moving forward needs; with common-sense amendments to the Manitoba Build- • applying only structural requirements for Continued on page 18 ing Code that more closely align with other Western Ca- nadian jurisdictions to ensure appropriate protective measures are in place that also refl ect the unique issues related to farm buildings and the farming industry.” The current Manitoba Farm Building Code will be re- pealed and an amendment will be made to the Manitoba Building Code to add specifi c provisions for farm build- 17023SS3 ings. The minister noted this approach will reduce the red tape burden on those planning to build new farm build- ings, while still ensuring appropriate rules will be in place related to occupant safety and fi re prevention. The minister noted key changes that will apply to farm buildings will include:

PHOTO COURTESY OF METRO NEWSPAPER SERVICE The province has announced that the Manitoba Farm Building Code will be repealed and an amendment will be made to the Manitoba Building Code to add specifi c provisions for farm buildings. This approach will reduce the red tape burden on those planning to build new farm buildings while still ensuring appropriate rules will be in place related to occupant safety and fi re prevention. 16 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 inspired Holding a Grudge on others. Our wellbeing or mood is get unduly related to the behavior of oth- > MEAL IDEASIDEAS ers. We are like a puppet on a string. If others please us, we are up, if they Salmon yogurt displease us we are down. Codepen- dents also tend to take things very spread appetizer too! personally. Ingredients This naturally creates trouble in 1/4 cup (50 mL) Canadian friendships and relationships. 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Right photo, pictured from left education, for having a good affect on to right: Majid Kermani, his daughter Selina and his wife Rozita Mohammadi fl ip through one of their family society,” he said, adding he still has albums last Thursday evening, looking at pictures taken in their home in Iran. family living in Iran and they were “very sad” to hear about the ban. “They couldn’t come to visit us. It’s an seven countries killed any American,” taken to the Canada Border Services forced to start over in a new country impact on their life, on our life and a Kermani said. “Why (Trump) called Agency port at Emerson so they could with a new culture. bad impact on the businesses.” them terrorists, it doesn’t make sense.” do so. “They have to adapt ... and it’s not On Jan. 27, Trump signed an execu- Although the appeals court has Since April 2016, the Manitoba In- easy,” he said. “The best solution for tive order on immigration immedi- ruled Trump’s travel ban can’t be en- terfaith Immigration Council, Mani- these people is having peace in their ately suspending entry of all refugees forced, he has been very vocal about toba’s largest refugee settlement countries.” for 120 days and barring those fl eeing his intentions to continue the fi ght agency, has opened 270 fi les and more Kermani moved to Quebec from Iran Syria indefi nitely. through further courts. than 30 fi les in January. as a PhD student in 2004, and then he The order also blocked entry into Trump’s travel ban has also triggered Kermani said those refugees are be- and his family moved to Ontario and the U.S. for three months for citizens dozens of refugees to cross the Emer- ing forced to fl ee to Canada due to war later to Nova Scotia. His family has of seven Muslim-majority countries: son border into Manitoba by foot over and confl ict in their countries but they now called Selkirk home for more Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Syria, Su- the last few weeks. aren’t prepared when they get here. than four years. dan and Yemen. Despite harsh winter temperatures, “When I came to Canada, I was pre- Although it was a hard decision to Last Thursday, a federal appeals the small Manitoba town, located pared to come and live in this coun- move to Canada, Kermani said he did court refused to reinstate Trump’s near the border with North Dakota, try,” he said. “I worked on my English, it so he could build a better future for travel ban, unanimously rejecting the has seen an infl ux of refugees. I had a higher education, I prepared his wife and their two children. administration’s claim of presiden- RCMP said they intercepted a total myself mentally for this challenge. “Over here, I try to work with the Ira- tial authority, questioning its motives of 28 people trying to illegally cross “Immigration is always associated nian community. I like being a part of and concluding that the order likely the border at Emerson between last with some challenges, and those refu- this community,” he said. “This open- wouldn’t survive legal challenges, ac- Friday and Monday. The year-to-date gees that have to leave their countries, ness of Canada is really appreciated cording to U.S. media reports. total for 2017 is 69. unfortunately, they are not prepared by all Iranians,” he said. “I would like “I did some searching ... and there is All of the individuals were request- for this challenge.” to thank all Canadians for this open no record that one citizen from those ed to make refugee claims and were Kermani added they are being culture, this open country.”

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• allowing fl exibility in the direc- this announcement because it will forward to working with the prov- opted. The building code require- tion of door swing to meet opera- result in a renewal of the livestock ince, not only to reduce costs but ments will apply to all farm build- tional needs; industry, allowing producers to also to ensure the safety of farmers, ings over 600 square metres. • allowing fl exibility in require- build new barns and modernize ex- employees and animals.” The Manitoba farm building code ments related to covering foamed isting ones,” said Dan Mazier, Key- As a result of this change, construc- would be repealed once the new plastic insulation in high-humidity stone Agricultural Producers presi- tion requirements for all buildings provisions for farm buildings come vegetable storage facilities such as dent. will be part of a single regulation, into effect, Eichler said. potato storage sheds; and “We will now become more com- the minister said, adding this ap- Building codes and other related • adjusting emergency lighting re- petitive with producers in other ju- proach will also eliminate the need standards are overseen by Mani- quirements to be responsive to the risdictions, where building costs for for government to update multiple toba’s Offi ce of the Fire Commis- needs of poultry and egg producers. barns are lower because they don’t regulations when new versions of sioner. For more information, visit “KAP is extremely pleased with have this excess regulation. We look the National Building Code are ad- fi recomm.gov.mb.ca. The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 19 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Bonkowski wins silver at powerlifting competition By Brian Bowman Einarson, who introduced Bonkows- Wyatt Bonkowski has not been in the ki to the sport, also lifted well at the sport of powerlifting very long. competition. The pair has been helped But he powered his way to a silver out in powerlifi tng by Riverton’s Kurt medal in the 74 kg weight class in a Kornelsen recent competition at the Brickhouse Bonkowski, who has improved tre- Gym in Winnipeg. mendously since he fi rst took up the Bonkowski, a Riverton product, sport, said the competition was a fun lifted a total weight of 990 pounds. one to be a part of. He worked out He squatted 362, deadlifted 402, and about six days a week leading up to benched 226. A powerlifter’s best lift the competition. in each category goes toward their fi - “I was pretty nervous going in,” he nal score. admitted, noting technique is ex- “I didn’t go there to win a medal,” tremely important in the sport. “But said the 5-foot-10 Bonkowski. “I just it was an awesome atmosphere. You wanted to beat my personal scores feel that everyone has your back and and I was short by two or three pounds you’re up there on the podium to lift in all of them.” and everyone’s cheering you on. Bonkowski, 22, said it’s very differ- “It’s just a good atmosphere.” ent lifting in a competition compared Bonkowski is hoping to participate to working out in a gym. He started in the Manitoba powerlifting provin- hitting the gym to train about seven cials later this year. months ago. “I’m not looking to place anywhere,” “You’re tired because you’re lifting he said. “But it will be a good experi- all day,” he said, noting it was his fi rst ence.” ever powerlifting competition. “You The sport of powerlifting is starting don’t really get much of a rest, so fa- to really gain popularity in Manitoba tigue plays a big part.” the last few years. “The sport has been Bonkowski said there were about around a while but lately, I think, it “four or fi ve” competitors in his junior has had a big boom,” Bonkowski said. division. One of those other competi- “Even guys at the Manitoba power- EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED tors was Haiden Einarson, who is also lifting Association are saying it’s re- Riverton’s Wyatt Bonkowski, left, and Haiden Einarson recently from Riverton. ally starting to grow.” competed at a weightlifting competition in Winnipeg. Lightning losing streak extended to 10 games

By Brian Bowman Riley Buhay made 46 saves in the The Interlake Lightning Midget Pro- loss. vincial hockey team’s losing streak On Saturday, Jayden McCarthy and extended to 10 games after a pair of Cade Kowalski scored for Pembina losses last weekend. Valley in the shootout. Codey Behun Interlake was edged 5-4 in a shoot- replied for the Interlake. out by the Pembina Valley Hawks on In regulation time, the Lightning’s Saturday evening in Teulon and then Bryce Krauter, Maxwell and Einarson was defeated 6-1 by the Winnipeg scored in the second period to erase a Thrashers Sunday at Gateway Arena. 2-0 defi cit. In Sunday’s loss, Corbin Mariash Behun then tallied at 13:05 of the scored the Lightning’s lone goal on third to tie the score at 4-4. the power play in the second period, Wyatt Cobb, Garrett Szeremly, Ever- assisted by James Maxwell and Jack ett Bestland, and Elijah Carels scored Einarson. for the Hawks. Buhay stopped 47 Winnipeg grabbed a 3-0 lead on Pembina Valley shots. fi rst-period goals by Curtis Rebeck, Interlake (9-28-0-0-4) hosted East- Riley Johnson and Dylan Burton. Ga- man last night and then will visit briel Comeau scored for the Thrash- Kenora to play the Thistles twice this EXPRESS PHOTO BY LANA MEIER ers in the second period and then weekend to end its regular season. Jack Einarson scored in the second period Saturday night to help the Reid Robertson and Burton tallied in Lightning erase a 2-0 defi cit against Pembina Valley. Interlake later lost the third. 5-4 in a shootout. 20 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Ice Dawgs dump Fishermen By Brian Bowman Spencer Kilbrei, Karson Collins, The Arborg Ice Dawgs continue to Derric Gulay and Davies scored Ar- pile up the victories. borg’s other goals. Harold Linklater, Arborg won its fi fth game out of its Devon Tobacco, Tony Apetagon and past six after a solid 4-1 win over the Camacho Lathlin replied for OCN. Selkirk Fishermen on Saturday eve- Ossachuk made 51 saves for the ning. well-deserved win. After a scoreless fi rst period, Karson Arborg (22-10) now has 44 points to Collins tallied midway in the second sit in sole possession of second place period. The score stayed that way un- in the Central Division standings. til 13:21 of the third period when Sel- The Ice Dawgs will wrap up regular- kirk’s Mike Smiley tied the score at season play with a pair of games this 1-1. weekend. Arborg will host Fisher Riv- The Ice Dawgs’ quickly answered er on Friday (8:15 p.m.) and then will just 21 seconds later, though, when battle the Falcons in Lundar on Satur- Mitch Lameroux gave Arborg the lead day (8 p.m.). for good. Colton Davies struck on the Lundar was also in action last week- power play just 1:24 later and then end, losing 6-1 to the St. Malo War- Spencer Kilbrei added an insurance riors on Saturday. marker with 2:39 remaining. Eric Miller scored an unassisted goal Dylan Ossachuk made 32 saves for in the fi rst period for Lundar. the win. He is now 11-5 with a 3.21 Riley Hunter (two), Kyle Fortin, Jared goals-against average and .922 save Magne, Dustin Wiebe and Shaquille percentage. Houle replied for St. Malo. Lundar will be very busy this week- Shutting down the Storm end with three games. Besides the On Friday, Ryan Pochailo scored the Arborg matchup, the Falcons will host EXPRESS PHOTO BY LANA MEIER game winner in overtime to lift the Ice North Winnipeg on Friday (8 p.m.) The Ice Dawgs’ Spencer Kilbrei added an insurance marker in Arborg’s Dawgs to a 5-4 home victory over the and then will travel to St. Malo Sun- 4-1 victory over the Fishermen Saturday evening. OCN Storm. day for a 4 p.m. game. Female Midget action Bantam weekend action

EXPRESS PHOTO BY ANNALIESE MEIER EXPRESS PHOTO BY LANA MEIER Peguis’ Colby Bear, 9, scored for the Lightning in their 7-5 loss to The Lightning’s Denali Sigurdson protects the puck along the boards the Wolves on Feb. 12. Interlake also played the Wolves on Saturday during Interlake’s 3-0 loss to the top seeded Westman Wildcats last Sat- and lost 3-2. The Lightning will host the Brandon Wheat Kings at the urday in MFMHL action. VMSC this Saturday at 8 p.m. The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 21 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Local curlers very competitive at Viterra Championship

By Brian Bowman two in the 10th. Mike McEwen’s Fort Rouge rink is Foster rebounded nicely from that headed to the Brier once again. loss to double Fort Rouge’s How- The defending-provincial champion ard Restall 8-4 the following morn- edged West St. Paul’s Reid Carruthers ing. Tied at 3-3 after fi ve ends, Foster 8-7 in the Viterra Championship on scored once in the sixth and then add- Sunday in Portage la Prairie. ed key steals of two in the next two Trailing 5-4, the turning point in the ends. fi nal came in the eighth end when Foster, whose rink includes third McEwen scored four to take an 8-5 Shawn Magnusson, second Bryan lead. He then held Carruthers to sin- Galbraith, lead Justin Reischek, and gles in the ninth and 10th ends. fi fth Kyle Einarson, then outscored McEwen reached the fi nal after Fort Rouge’s Hayden Forrester 7-5. downing Granite’s Trevor Loreth Foster trailed 5-3 after seven ends but 8-2 earlier Sunday. It was McEwen’s fought back with a pair in the eighth fourth consecutive year playing in the and steals of one in the ninth and 10th Manitoba fi nal. ends. Carruthers, meanwhile, won six But Foster’s run at the provincials consecutive games, including a huge would end last Friday with an 8-4 loss 4-2 victory Saturday over McEwen, to to Granite’s Jason Gunnlaugson. earn a berth into the fi nal. Gunnlaugson, whose rink included McEwen’s rink, which includes third Sandy Hook’s Colton Lott at third, B.J. Neufeld, second Matt Wozniak, grabbed a 5-1 lead after just three and lead Denni Neufeld, will now ends to cruise to the victory. compete at the nationals in St. John’s, Gunnlaugson would then defeat Nfl d. from March 4-12. Grassie 5-3, Assiniboine Memorial’s Meanwhile, the Arborg Curling David Bohn 7-5, and Deer Lodge’s Club’s Kyle Foster opened action Feb. Matt Dunstone 5-3. 8 with a 7-4 loss to Fort Rouge’s Sean His run at the provincials ended Sat- Grassie. The game was tied 4-4 after urday evening, however, with an 8-3 EXPRESS PHOTO BY LANA MEIER eight ends before Grassie scored one loss to Loreth. Sandy Hook’s Colton Lott releases a stone at the Viterra Men’s Curling in the ninth and then added a steal of Provincials last Saturday. Ice post 2-2 record at Bantam ‘AAA’ Showcase Staff Interlake then saw its offence sud- The Interlake Ice fi nished with a 2-2 denly dry up with a 4-0 loss to the record at a Hockey Manitoba Bantam Eastman Selects on Saturday and a “AAA” Showcase last weekend in Pilot 3-0 defeat to Pembina Valley on Sun- Mound. day. Interlake started the tournament Fri- Interlake posted a 5-5 record in day with a 4-1 win over Norman. The three separate showcase tournaments Lightning, which held period leads of this season. The other two showcase 2-0 and 3-1, received goals from El- events were held in October and De- len Marshall, Brenna Barylski, Jorja cember. Wheddon, and Megan Humeniuk. In league play, the Ice has a 4-17-0- Kennedy Cummings replied for 3 record and 11 points to sit in eighth Norman. Dana Beck posted the win in place in the nine-team league head- goal. ing into this week’s action. Interlake then improved its record Interlake played St. Norbert on to 2-0 after a solid 4-0 shutout over Monday evening but no score was the Yellowhead Chiefs. The Lightning available. The Ice will then play the scored twice in the fi rst period and Rangers Saturday (7:30 p.m.) at Eric then added a pair of insurance mark- Coy Arena. ers in the third. Interlake will host the Titans on Barylski (two), Emma Pool and Sunday (5:30 p.m.) and the Predators EXPRESS PHOTO BY PATTI HACAULT Wheddon scored in the win. Jaylynn Monday (7:15 p.m.). Both games will Ice goaltender Jaylynn Miller watches as teammate Jacey Ledochowski Miller earned the shutout. be played in Stonewall. defends the zone during Interlake’s 4-0 win over Yellowhead. 22 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Eriksdale School wins divisional basketball tournament

By Jeff Ward between Arborg Collegiate and Er- The Eriksdale Middle Years boys’ iksdale School for both the boys’ and and girls’ basketball teams won their girls’ championships. respective divisions at their home “The unfortunate part was that tournament last Friday. Aborg had to leave before the girls The annual tournament is one of game was fi nished,” said Drews. several tournaments held in the Inter- “It happens sometimes because the lake each year. Organized by physical buses have to run on a schedule and education teacher Brad Drews, the they couldn’t wait. So in that case, the basketball tournament featured the Eriksdale girls’ team is technically the talents of Lakeshore School Division winner. I’ve been on the other side of schools including Ashern, Lundar, Er- that before when we had to leave a iksdale, Inwood and Moosehorn. Out- championship game.” of-division teams from Arborg and St. Drews said the game was a close EXPRESS PHOTO SUBMITTED Laurent also took part in the tourna- contest, and when Arborg had to Eriksdale boys’ and girls’ basketball team pose for a photo after coming ment. leave, there was no way to tell who out on top in last week’s tournament. Pictured, back row, left to right: The tournament featured eight boys’ was going to win the game. He said a Andrew Mason, Dawson Monkman, Zac Halldorson, Devon Torgerson, and eight girls’ teams playing three car accident on Highway 68 prevented Austin Magnusson; front row: Makayla Goodman, Brooklyn Wirgau and 11-minute games over the course of the students from arriving on time. Emma Pool. the day. But it came down to a battle Juniors end regular season on winning note

By Brian Bowman goals and an assist while Romano Parker Cassie and Braden Zamrykut on Friday (8:15 p.m.) and then a home The Peguis Juniors were a very busy Paul, Tye Turner, Neault, Devon Gar- tallied for North Winnipeg. game against Cross Lake on Saturday hockey team last week to end their son and Storm Swan also tallied. Fisher River will wrap up its regular (7:30 p.m.). Keystone Junior Hockey League regu- Neault, Garson and Cochrane each season with a road game at Arborg lar season. fi nished the game with four assists. They were also a very successful one. Evan Thickfoot (two), Joshua Beau- Peguis closed out its regular season lieu (two) and Audy Penner replied Manitoba Hockey Standings with three straight victories to fi nish for Fisher River. MANITOBA JUNIOR Central Plains 42 24 15 2 51 174 144 with a 23-10-0-1 record and 47 points. The Hawks also hosted the Selkirk HOCKEY LEAGUE GP W L OTL PTS GF GA Eastman 41 23 15 2 49 142 116 The Juniors are currently in fi rst place Fishermen on Sunday, losing 22-0. Steinbach Pistons 50 42 7 1 85 220 98 Parkland 41 16 21 1 36 140 183 in the Central Division standings, Selkirk scored nine times in the fi rst Winkler Flyers 53 37 13 3 77 198 132 Southwest 41 15 23 2 33 116 164 Selkirk Steelers 55 36 16 3 75 195 160 Kenora 42 14 24 0 32 113 190 three points ahead of the Arborg Ice period, added three more in the sec- OCN Blizzard 52 33 16 3 69 169 138 Interlake 41 9 28 0 22 105 204 Dawgs. ond, and then closed out the game Portage Terriers 51 32 16 3 67 216 162 Norman 42 7 34 0 15 107 272 Winnipeg Blues 53 25 23 5 55 179 183 AAA CITY MIDGET The Ice Dawgs still have two more with 10 third-period goals. Virden Oil Capitals 52 22 23 7 51 143 171 HOCKEY LEAGUE GP W L OTL PTS GF GA games to play, though, in its regular The Fishermen outshot the Hawks Swan Valley Stampeders 51 18 30 3 39 141 203 Winnipeg Monarchs 33 29 4 0 58 205 104 season. 80-28 as Travis Schalk earned the Dauphin Kings 53 15 33 5 35 125 196 Winnipeg Sharks 32 22 9 1 45 144 98 Neepawa Natives 50 14 31 5 33 134 197 Winnipeg Warriors 34 20 12 1 42 173 142 Peguis wrapped up its regular sea- shutout. Waywayseecappo Wolverines 50 11 35 4 26 147 227 Winnipeg Hawks 34 13 16 3 31 129 137 son with a 5-4 win over the Cross Lake Milan Horanski led Selkirk with KEYSTONE HOCKEY LEAGUE Eastman Selects 32 9 18 4 23 110 138 Islanders. four goals, followed by Harley Hoy- Central Division GP W L OTL PTS GF GA Interlake Lightning 33 4 29 0 8 77 219 Peguis Juniors 34 23 10 1 47 248 164 AAA BANTAM Keifer Tacan led Peguis with three dalo (three), Auzzie Loewen (three), Arborg Ice Dawgs 32 22 10 0 44 189 111 HOCKEY LEAGUE GP W L OTL PTS GF GA goals while Colby Choken and Way- Mike Smiley (two), Kale Ilchena (two), Fisher River Hawks 32 8 23 1 17 170 297 Winnipeg Monarchs 32 26 5 1 53 201 45 South Division GP W L OTL PTS GF GA Winnipeg Hawks 31 24 4 1 51 193 86 lon Neault added singles. Dylan Painchaud-Niemi (two), Dray- St. Malo Warriors 31 23 7 1 47 221 119 Winnipeg Warriors 31 16 12 2 35 118 92 Dray Flett made 55 saves for the win. ton Mendrun (two), Jeremy Thomas, Selkirk Fishermen 32 22 10 0 44 192 76 Eastman Selects 32 17 15 0 34 144 117 On Saturday, Peguis pounded Nor- Bronson Kelly, Sean Loutit and Dane North Winnipeg Satelites 31 14 16 1 29 138 149 Winnipeg Sharks 31 10 19 1 22 71 120 Lundar Falcons 31 8 22 1 17 110 168 MANITOBA FEMALE MIDGET AAA way House 8-2 as Quinton Flett and Derewianchuk. North Division GP W L OTL PTS GF GA HOCKEY LEAGUE GP W L T OTW OTL Pts Waylon Neault each scored twice. Horanski fi nished the game with OCN Storm 32 21 9 2 44 291 197 Westman Wildcats 28 23 2 - 2 1 51 Cross Lake Islanders 32 17 14 1 35 188 173 PV Hawks 28 19 6 - 1 2 42 Christian Cochrane, Joshua Spence, nine points while Mendrun had eight. Norway House North Stars 33 2 31 0 4 90 383 Winnipeg Avros 28 16 8 - 4 - 40 Devon Garson and Dylan Stevenson On Feb. 7, the Hawks were defeated AAA MIDGET Yellowhead Chiefs 28 18 9 - 1 - 38 also scored for the Juniors. 5-2 by the North Winnipeg Satelites. HOCKEY LEAGUE GP W L OTL PTS GF GA Eastman Selects 28 11 11 - 2 4 30 Wild 42 34 5 0 71 222 77 Norman Wild 28 7 18 - 2 1 19 Last Thursday, Peguis outscored the Joshua Beaulieu and Dalton Wood- Yellowhead 41 28 5 2 64 183 111 Central Plains 28 6 19 - - 3 15 Fisher River Hawks 11-5. house scored second-period goals for Thrashers 42 26 12 1 56 188 110 Interlake Lightning 28 - 25 - 1 2 4 Flett had a monster game with six the Hawks. Glen Paupanekis (three), Pembina Valley 41 27 13 0 55 163 122 STATS AS OF TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Brandon 42 25 15 1 52 164 124 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 23 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN MJHL Steelers to stay in Selkirk next season

By Brian Bowman this season, despite having ticket prices below the ment value, especially the 20 to 30 (age bracket),” Social media was buzzing recenlty after a tweet MJHL average. Petrash said. was sent out saying that the Selkirk Steelers were That, combined with the high costs of running an “We don’t want the Selkirk Steelers to leave and fi nalizing details for a move to Beausejour next sea- MJHL franchise, makes it very, very diffi cult to sur- then have people say, ‘Oh, we could have saved this son. vive. thing’.” But Steelers’ director of hockey operations and “The local community, the fan in town, there’s MJHL commissioner Kim Davis said that any team general manager Ken Petrash was quick to refute enough people in town (to support the team),” Pe- looking to move would have to get approval from the rumour on social media last week that the Steel- trash said. the league’s board of governors. ers were moving to Beausejour. The Steelers’ GM admitted that the owners have “At this time, nobody has made that request of our Still, Petrash said he and the owners are not very looked at different options for their hockey club. league board,” said Davis. “In that context, there is pleased with the fan support the team has received One change would rebrand the team as the Inter- nothing to this story.” this year. The same could be said for the past few lake Steelers and have games played in various Johannson said the Steelers are, and have always seasons. rinks in the region. been, an integral part of the community. Selkirk is “The fan support makes it tougher and tougher Another idea to increase revenue would involve a hockey town, said the Mayor, but he wondered to keep the team in town,” Petrash said candidly on adding beer sales at Steeler home games. aloud how stable some of the teams are in the Man- Jan. 31. “The guys that are in there now, Jordan (Fil- The City of Selkirk did not grant the Steelers a li- itoba Junior Hockey League. lion) and Darren (Piwniuk), are looking at this and quor license a few years ago when Selkirk made the “This is the Steelers’ 50th year and, I think, a strong asking, “What do we have to do to get people out (at request. Selkirk Mayor Larry Johannson said the franchise,” said Johannson. Steeler) home games.” Steelers would have to send the city a formal appli- “They have had strong teams over the years and Petrash remembers having a crowd of about 1,000 cation, once again, requesting a license to sell beer Selkirk has a strong hockey history with the Junior on a Friday night back in 2010. This year’s atten- at their home games ‘A’ and Junior ‘B’ teams.” dance for a weekend game is nowhere near that Several other MJHL teams have had beer sales at Fillion and Piwniuk could not be reached for com- fi gure. their games for years. ment at press time. Petrash estimated that number is around 400 “It’s something that you add on to the entertain- Sport Manitoba reduces its regional boundaries from seven to fi ve

Submitted by Sport Manitoba “Sport Manitoba restructured regional boundar- South Region To provide the best services possible to Manito- ies to allow for the addition of new regional staff Leanne Traynor, Regional Sport Development Of- bans, Sport Manitoba has restructured the provin- servicing athletes and coaches specifi cally. This led fi cer cial regional zones it recognizes and their boundar- to the creation of new regional boundaries which Jacqueline Mazur, Coach and Athlete Develop- ies. are now being implemented.” ment Coordinator The previous seven regions (Norman, Parkland, The new regions recognized by Sport Manitoba The South Region assumes the Central Region Interlake, Eastman, Westman, Central and Winni- are divided as follows: boundaries with the following amendments: peg) are now divided into fi ve regions (North, East, • Westlake-Gladstone and Glenella-Lans- South, West and Winnipeg). East Region downe has been removed from our old Central In a continued effort to lead and support partici- Shannon Schade, Regional Sport Development boundary and added to new West Region. pation and achievement in sport by all Manitobans, Offi cer • South gains the section of Eastman south of Sport Manitoba began an extensive review back in Coach & Athlete Development Coordinator - po- the Highway 1, extending to the Ontario border. early 2014 of sport programs and services in rural sition posted • Argyle has been removed from Westman Manitoba. A crucial component of the review was The East Region is now defi ned as the former In- and added to the South. information from key community stakeholders terlake region and part of the former Eastman re- throughout Manitoba’s six rural regions. gion that is north of Highway 1. North Region Based on feedback from the review, Sport Mani- Iris Murray, Regional Sport Development Offi cer toba evaluated its regional staffi ng structure to bet- West Region Coach & Athlete Development Coordinator - po- ter meet the needs of regional sport development. It Megan Foster, Regional Sport Development Of- sition hired next fi scal year was clear that more direct programming for coaches fi cer The North Region assumes the previous Norman and athletes was the biggest area of support review Brittany Bruinooge, Coach and Athlete Develop- regional boundaries; 53rd parallel and north (no participants suggested. ment Offi cer boundary changes). “We executed a signifi cant review of the services The West Region amalgamates the Westman and and programs we were delivering in rural Mani- Parkland regions with the following amendments: Winnipeg Region toba,” said Laurel Read, Sport Manitoba’s interim • Westlake-Gladstone and Glenella-Lansd- Amanda Daurie, Regional Sport Development Of- CEO. “Given the results of our rural review, we re- owne has been removed from the Central Region fi cer organized our staffi ng structure in 2014. and added to the new West Region. The Winnipeg Region remains the same as the “Based on the rural review, Sport Manitoba cre- • Argyle has been removed from Westman previous Winnipeg regional boundaries (No ated new regional positions called Coach & Athlete and added to the South Region. boundary changes, city of Winnipeg limits, not Pe- Development Coordinators,” she continued. rimeter Highway). 24 The Express Weekly News Thursday, February 16, 2017 ClassifiClassifi eds eds classifi eds Book Your Classifi ed Ad Today - Call 467-5836 or Email classifi [email protected]

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ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS HEALTH HEALTH CARD OF THANKS ENGAGEMENT Canada Benefi t Group Are you suffering from joint or arthritic pain? If – attention Manitoba so, you owe it to yourself to try elk velvet antler A sincere thank you to everyone for their residents: do you or capsules. Hundreds have found relief. Benefi ts kindnesses during the recent passing of Iris someone you know humans and pets. EVA is composed of pro- (Byron) Desjarlais. Thank you for the many suffer from a disabil- teins, amino acids, minerals, lipids and water. cards, the meals, baking, fl owers, phone calls ity? Get up to $40,000 Key compounds that work to stimulate red and visits. Thank you also to Zac Dixon and to from the Canadian blood cell production & cartilage cell regenera- BOOK YOUR ANNOUNCEMENT all those who attended Iris’ memorial. We much Government. Toll-free tion & development. Stonewall Elk Products appreciate all the support shown to us. 1-888-511- 2250 or Ltd., 204-467-8428 or e-mail stonewoodelk@ TODAY -Kay Byron and family www.canadabenefit. hotmail.com ca/free-assessment Call 467-5836 Remember Your Loved Ones     with an Announcement in the Mueller - Gulay Angela Mueller and Thomas Falkenberg along with Ivan and Brenda Gulay are very pleased Instructor - Health Care Aide Certifi cate Program to announce the engagement of their children Ingen and Brett. A community shower will be Located in Arborg MB Interlake Campus- Approximately 120km from Winnipeg Call 467-5836 or held March 11, 2017 and social to follow in Part Time Term Position(s) – Starting February 27, 2017 classifi [email protected] the evening at the Arborg Community Hall. An This competition will be used to establish an eligibility list of qualifi ed candidates for future vacancies. August wedding is planned. Applicants are to clearly demonstrate how they satisfy the selection criteria in their written submissions OBITUARY and must identify the competition number they are applying for in the subject line of the email. Mike Meleshko Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefi ts, and the our uncle at the Selkirk Mental Health Centre on Friday, February opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. 10, 2017. Mike was born on November 27, 1930 at Poplarfi eld, MB. He Duties: Red River College, Interlake Campus (Arborg) require instructor(s) for teaching, supervision lived and farmed at the family homestead until his retirement. and guidance of students in both classroom and practicum settings. This will include; maintaining Left to mourn are his numerous nieces and nephews and great student records, student evaluation, development and adherence to the delivery schedule within an nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Maria allocated time, attendance at scheduled meetings, ensuring curriculum content is consistent with and Fred Meleshko; his sisters, Anne Fudali, Mary Kolotylo, Olga parent program and other professional duties related to instruction. Sosnowich, Jean Pelrine, Kay Melesko, and Nancy Liebhart; and brothers, Nick, Peter and Harry Meleshko. Qualifi cations: Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February Required: 16, 2017 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Ukrainian Catholic Church • Registered Nurse designation, license in good standing within Manitoba with Rev. Harry Chuckry offi ciating. Interment to follow at the • Work experience in a nursing capacity Hamerlik Cemetery in Hamerlik, MB. Pallbearers will be David • Experience providing presentations in a group setting Blackmore, Darrin Fudali, Taras Meleshko, Dennis Paulin, Phil Riley, and Greg Ewechuk. • Demonstrated verbal communication skills The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to Mike’s many physicians, to the staff at the Arborg • Excellent interpersonal skills (focus on holistic care and meeting the needs of at risk patients) and District Personal Care Home and the Selkirk Mental Health Centre for the care provided. • Excellent confl ict resolution skills In lieu of fl owers, please consider a donation to the Arborg Personal Care Home at Box 10, Arborg, • Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion MB. • Commitment to lifelong learning Mackenzie Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. MacKenzie Funeral Home Assets: Arborg • Experience instructing at a post-secondary level 1-800-467-0024 • Experience training others in health related topics [email protected] Conditions of Employment: • This position may be required to work evenings • Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada Everything you need to promote your business • Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check Serving Gimli & • Valid Driver’s license FLYERS Years Surrounding Area BROCHURES • Travel within Manitoba may be required 80 BUSINESS CARDS We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities STICKERS and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. WINDOW DECALS SOCIAL TICKETS Competition Number: 2017-010 DOOR HANGERS Closing Date: February 21, 2017 LETTERHEAD Salary Range: $30.52 – $45.33 per hour ENVELOPES INVOICES * The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related fi eld ESTIMATE SHEETS will receive an Educational Supplement of $2,725 or $5,450 per POSTERS annum respectively pro-rated on an hourly basis. MEMO PADS Apply to: Red River College by e-mail at [email protected] GilbartG Funeral Home POST CARDS We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Gimli’s Only Full Service Interlake Red River College provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring Graphics Funeral Chapel For all your printing process. 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Instructor, Carpentry - Term Position Administrative/Customer Service Clerk Peguis Fisher River Campus (Fisher River) Part Time Position Interlake Regional Campus (Selkirk, Manitoba) “This competition will be used to establish an eligibility list of qualifi ed candidates for future vacancies.” This competition may be used to establish an eligibility list of qualifi ed candidates for future, term, part-time or regular vacancies. Applicants are to clearly demonstrate how they satisfy the selection criteria in their written submissions Applicants are to clearly demonstrate how they satisfy the selection criteria in their written submissions. and must identify the competition number they are applying for in the subject line of the email. Applicants must identify the competition number they are applying for in the subject line of the email. Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefi ts, and the is passionate about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. extensive benefi ts, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. Duties: Instruct both the theoretical and practical aspects of carpentry in the Carpentry Certifi cate Duties: Reporting to the Manager of the Interlake Campus, the main responsibility will be to provide program. Topics include hand tools, machines, concrete, framing, stairs, fi nishing, surveying, prompt, friendly, professional, effi cient customer service both in person and over the phone and via blueprint reading, drafting and the Canadian Building Code. Duties include: safe supervision and email. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; providing general information and respond to guidance of students, maintaining student records, student evaluation, development and adherence enquiries from prospective students, existing students, staff and general public to assist them in to the delivery schedule within an allocated time, attendance at scheduled meetings, ensuring meeting their career/educational goals. Determining student needs and refer them to appropriate curriculum content is consistent with parent program, maintain lab and classroom setup, plan for resources when necessary, to provide routes or pathways to help students achieve their career/ material and supply needs and other professional duties related to instruction. educational goals. Processing program applications, course registrations, accurately inputting Qualifi cations: data and sending out appropriate correspondence in a timely and professional manner. Calculating Required: and processing simple and complicated fi nancial transactions including tuition, test services and • Valid Inter-Provincial Journeyperson’s Certifi cate in Carpentry application fees. Producing transcripts, confi rmation of enrollment and other various reports and • Signifi cant, current and related industry experience in the commercial and/or residential forms. Assisting student with online account related issues (password reset, account creation, aspects of the trade procedures, etc.). Work hours will include day and evening coverage. • Experience using a variety of hand tools and machines • Experience reading blueprints Qualifi cations: • Excellent oral and written communication skills Required: • Effective Interpersonal skills • Education in offi ce administration or business; an equivalent combination of training and • Demonstrated leadership skills experience will be considered • Ability to work independently as well as in small to large group settings • Extensive front line customer service experience • Ability to use confl ict resolution techniques to facilitate positive outcomes • Extensive experience and profi ciency with MS Offi ce Applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel, and Outlook) • Ability to present material to diverse groups with the use of appropriate technology • Experience working with confi dential records and knowledge of Freedom of Information • Ability to demonstrate values of Red River College: Learning, Respect, Inclusiveness, Personal Protection Act (FIPPA) Integrity, Healthy Environment and Contribution to Community • Experience providing courteous customer service to diverse groups (with fl exibility in adapting • Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to the needs of a customer service driven environment) • Commitment to lifelong learning • Effective written communication skills Assets: • Demonstrated verbal communication skills • Experience with the application of the Canadian Building Code • Excellent interpersonal skills (with both internal and external collaterals) • Curriculum development experience • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills • Experience teaching adults • Ability to recall vast amounts of information, policies, and procedures • A network of contacts within industry • Ability to work independently with little supervision • Profi ciency with MS offi ce software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) • Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and work under pressure • Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conditions of Employment: • Commitment to lifelong learning • Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada Assets: • This positon may be subject to audiometric assessments • Experience using the College’s information systems (Colleague and Recruiter) We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and Conditions of Employment individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. • Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada Competition Number: 2017-014 • This position may be required to work evenings. Closing Date: February 24, 2017 We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities Salary Range: $30.52 – $45.33 per hour and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. *The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related fi eld will Competition Number: 2017-009 receive an Educational Supplement of $2,725 or $5,450 per annum Closing Date: February 21, 2017 respectively pro-rated on an hourly basis. Salary Range: $20.50 - $28.06 per hour Apply to: Red River College by e-mail at [email protected] Apply to: Red River College e-mail: [email protected] We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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