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VVLocally ownedoiceoice & operated - Dedicated to serving our communities Cosplayers from the Costume Alliance strike a pose at the fi rst annual Winkler Comic Con on Monday. The event was a huge hit, with hundreds of people coming out to show their love for all things “geeky.” For more photos, see Pg. 12.

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PHOTOS BY LORNE STELMACH/VOICE The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre unveiled its new dinosaur ex- hibit last Friday, which includes a replica Allosaurus and Edmontosau- rus to highlight the differences between them and marine reptiles.

“Throughout the rest of our muse- because many of its features like its um, of course, we’re very heavily into teeth, claws, and hind limbs were “all CFDC unveils new dino exhibit marine reptiles, so this is our fi rst ex- sort of adapted for hunting on land, hibit that’s focussing on dinosaurs ... and that made them a pretty fi erce and showing people why they’re dif- predator. A lot of the features in the Display highlights the differences between ferent,” she added. “It also highlights skeleton of an Allosaurus are really a lot of the features that dinosaurs tweaked so that it could be as effi - dinosaurs and marine reptiles had that made them thrive ... allowed cient of a predator as possible.” them to survive and thrive.” By Lorne Stelmach for the museum in that it features di- Markstrom suggested the Allosau- Continued on page 6 nosaurs rather than the marine rep- rus is a good choice for the display A new exhibit unveiled Friday may tiles that the centre is known for. be a sign of what’s to come for the Ca- In addition to the Allosaurus, there nadian Fossil Discovery Centre. is a scaled-down version of an Ed- With the museum having so much montosaurus as well as a three-foot in its vast fossil collection, adding long reconstructed femur fossil. new displays and changing up exist- Markstrom hopes the display will ing exhibits is among the hopes for be a draw for the centre while also fi eld and collection manager Victoria playing an important educational Markstrom. role for visitors. “We’re really looking to revamp our “We were fi nding a lot of our visi- exhibits ... really trying to change the tors were mistaking marine reptiles fossils that we have out,” Markstrom for dinosaurs. They were kind of said as visitors checked out the new lumping them together. They’re both display featuring a 22 foot long Al- very different animals, so we really losaurus as an additional signature wanted to display that,” she said. piece in the space that is also home “There’s all kinds of other really to Bruce the mosasaur. “We have a amazing creatures that are just as very large collection and some re- fascinating, just as fearsome, just as ally amazing fossils in our collections powerful as dinosaurs ... but they room I would love to bring out.” kind of get overlooked,” Markstrom The new exhibit is the fi rst of its kind continued.

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By Lorne Stelmach The Winkler It was baseball that got them there, Diamond Dogs but a local team came away from a spent a week week in Cuba with some valuable life in Cuba this lessons as well. month. They The Winkler U13 Diamond Dogs brought along spent a week this month in Central 600 pounds of America as part of the Cuba Good- sports equip- will Tour. ment and Having enjoyed a remarkable un- school sup- beaten season that was capped off plies to dis- with being named the Baseball Man- tribute while itoba grassroots team of the year, the they were Diamond Dogs had a chance to give there. back to the game by delivering 600 SUBMIT- pounds of baseball equipment and TED PHOTO school supplies while in Cuba. Team member Owen Goertzen re- got the baseball equipment. nate,” he said. “We take it for granted games during their visit. members the looks on the faces of “We take for granted what we have that we have a baseball fi eld to play But it wasn’t all about the winning their Cuban counterparts when they ... and children there are less fortu- on and all the equipment we need. and losing for these players, who also They share the same passion as we do got to enjoy having former Montreal but they have worse conditions than Expo great Bill Lee as a coach for the 17024AX0 what we have.” week. His mother Darcie agreed that what Right from the opening ceremony the kids took away from the whole ex- and fi rst game on the fi rst day there, perience is just how good we have it the trip was more about making con- here in Canada. nections and sharing with those less “We have things so easy here. You fortunate. need baseball cleats, just go buy “It was fantastic. It was inspiring. them. Out there, you don’t have base- You can take a lot away from that trip,” ball cleats, you’re just going to be said Allison Rempel, who helped or- wearing nothing ... or they’ll be wear- ganize and manage the trip. ing sandals.” “We are so blessed here with so many things, and they have less MORE THAN BASEBALL there, so it just opened our eyes to see Eleven players represented Winkler Continued on page 5 on the tour, winning four baseball The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 5 > DIAMOND DOGS, FROM PG. 4 the difference,” she said. “It was awesome. We were immersed in their culture when we went to play our ball games. Just to be involved in their culture alone was enough to make you want to go there, never mind playing baseball on top of it. “They have so much less, and yet they are so happy ... they are so happy and loving and just want to share. It’s really refreshing to see such happiness.” There were many re- markable moments for the team, Rempel noted, recalling how they were applauded and cheered “YOU CAN TAKE as they entered a stadium. The most memorable AWAY SEEING moment, however, came HOW HAPPY on the second day when they travelled to a more PEOPLE ARE SUBMITTED PHOTO remote region to play. WITH LESS ... The Diamond Dogs with one of the teams they faced in Cuba. The kids played several base- “It was just a pasture. ball games, but the trip was really more about seeing how other people in the world live You could see where the WE CAN LEARN than it was about winning or losing. locals would play ball just GOOD LESSONS by the outlines of the bas- It was pretty quiet when we got back on the bus ... your helmets, your shirts, your pants ... they ask es where they would run FROM THAT.” that was such a unique experience,” said Rempel. for everything because they don’t have that,” Go- ... but it was not a baseball “It was a good experience. That was kind of my ertzen said. “The boys really seemed to take in all fi eld at all,” said Rempel. highlight ... it was eye-opening,” agreed Goertzen. the players, the people watching, the culture ... “It just brought the game back to the basics. There “We drove two and a half hours to play on a dia- they took that all in.” were no bases, so they went to the store which was mond that actually was a fi eld. There were chil- “There’s so much you can take away from it,” right nearby, folded up white sacks, and put stones on dren and parents and goats ... dogs on the fi eld ... agreed Rempel. “It makes you humble. You can top to keep them in place,” she said. “The kids would but the boys played baseball, and it was plus 31 take away seeing how happy people are with less hit it into the outfi eld —it went right to the goats and that day. It defi nitely doesn’t look like the Winkler ... we can learn good lessons from that.” the chickens. There were tractors driving by, and all diamonds. the locals just came out to watch. “You have the children asking for your baseball “That was just a really special moment for all of us. cleats, your baseball gloves, your baseball bats, Local schools get tech. vocational funding

By Ashleigh Viveiros “[These machines] are complemen- sics of what they need to know about cial funds. tary pieces of equipment that really piping trades.” Principal Scott Jantzen explained Garden Valley and Western school will allow that program to keep up The two programs currently have that will provide the automotive pro- divisions both received major fund- with what is current in the industry,” about 30 students between them. gram with a new engine platform ing from the province last week to- she said. “They’re equipment that a and a lighting and accessory system ward technical vocational program- student leaving our program would $38K FOR GVC trainer while the heavy-duty equip- ming in Morden and Winkler. encounter in a job placement ... so ment program will receive a special- Morden Collegiate received it just helps to keep their capacity Meanwhile, Garden Valley Colle- ized diagnostic scanning tool. $108,688 for its welding program and relevant to what’s the current indus- giate’s automotive technology and Funding like this is key to being able its new pipes trades program. try market looks like in terms of the heavy-duty equipment technician Principal Marianne Fenn said the work that they would be doing in a programs received $38,649 in provin- Continued on page 6 money will allow them to purchase a real shop somewhere.” new band saw and a milling machine For the pipes trades program, mean- for the welding students to use and while, this funding helps them get several threading machines and a a good start on building up the core battery press tool for the pipes trades equipment that’s required to run the course. program successfully, Fenn said. The MCI welding program has been “That program is brand new, so, re- around for over a decade now and ally, we were starting with nothing,” the school constantly tries to keep the she said. “These pieces really are the equipment students are learning on crux of that program ... they’re essen- as state-of-the-art as possible, Fenn tial pieces required for us to move said. forward in teaching students the ba-

“THEY’RE REAL OPPORTUNITIES TO GET THE LATEST EQUIPMENT THAT IS BEING USED IN THE INDUSTRY.” 6 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 TheVVoiceoiceWinkler Morden gettEDITORIALheard > VIEWPOINTS > LETTERS Have we become spoiled? life, my kids’ lives (currently), and ears and drag us to our rooms, refus- PUBLISHER ADMINISTRATION here are times Rick Reimer Lana Meier no doubt if I have grandchildren will ing to let us out until we stop acting when I feel like play out in their lives someday too— like idiots. we have become because these days it seems to be While all of this sounds somewhat playing itself out on the world stage funny in a way, the consequences of trapped in the past. as countries and leaders and their our arguments as adults, as countries Mostly I feel like this followers seem to be devolving into are not to be sent to our rooms with- Twhen I listen to the news or read so- children. out supper. Instead, at this high a lev- cial media and I am transported to “I don’t think it’s a good idea to ban el, the consequence is that people die. when I was 13. Muslim refugees from other coun- Wars begin, others are infl amed, EDITOR REPORTER “Mum, can I go to Toronto on the tries—it’s just going to upset more the rich get richer and the poor… Ashleigh Viveiros Lorne Stelmach bus this weekend with Brad?” people and incite more hatred.” well, the poor stay poor and hungry “Absolutely not ... why would you “Oh, yeah? Well, lots of other coun- because they are trod on by our petty even ask? You’re too young.” tries ban people, so why can’t we?” arguments about things we think are “C’mon, Mum. Brad’s mum already This is played out online and important but, in the grand scheme of said yes and he’s throughout social media in multi- things, are not ... not even a little bit. going with four tudes of combinations over and over I am not sure what has happened. other people from and over again. I have started imag- It is not like we ever really got along my class.” ining the conversation devolving to that well over the ages but lately it SALES AGRICULTURE REPORTER “I don’t care what the point where someone shouts like feels as if we have severely regressed Gwen Keller Harry Siemens everybody else is Mum used to: “If Iran and North Ko- as people and cultures. doing—YOU are rea jumped off a bridge, would you?” We have forgotten what it means not doing it.” You see, this is where we are at in to allow for differing opinions; to “THAT’S NOT our post-truth, fake news culture dialogue and, heaven forbid, compro- FAIR!!!” By Peter where we don’t believe anything any- mise. With those fi - Cantelon more if it does not suit us to. We are at We have forgotten the intrinsic val- nal words I would the point where we are arguing with- ue in every human life that does not stomp off to my bedroom and sulk for out content. merely suggest, but commands us to a few hours. And then life went on. In other words, we are just being respect one another, no matter who PRODUCTION PRODUCTION Tara Gionet Nicole Kapusta I raise this all too common sce- dumb. We need a global mother to we are, what we believe, and where come in and take us by the mutual we come from. The Winkler Morden Voice is published nario—which played itself out in my Thursdays and distributed as a free publica- tion through Canada Post to 15,000 homes by BigandColourful Printing and Publishing. The newspaper is supported solely by ad- vertising dollars. If you enjoy the paper and > CFDC, FROM PG. 3 would like to see it grow and prosper, visit any of the advertisers and businesses in our “The Allosaurus is probably the world, it was exciting to see his work his own. rural communities. Keep your dollars work- star of the show ... I love all of the on display now in Morden, where he “We were putting some pieces from ing at home and shop local. pieces in this exhibit, but the Al- moved from Spain two years ago. the museum, some pieces I had ... Notices, classifi eds, and advertisements can be purchased by calling 204-325-6888 or losaurus defi nitely draws you “This is very exciting because peo- all together ... maybe six months of e-mailing [email protected]. in. It is pretty spectacular, so we ple always ask for dinosaurs,” he said. work,” he said. Our editorial staff is available in Winkler at are very, very lucky to be able to “It will help to understand the differ- “For me, it is very important. I was 204-332-3456, in Morden at 204-823-2655, or house that specimen.” ences between marine reptiles and making similar work before in Spain via e-mail at [email protected]. The exhibit has been in the dinosaurs.” ... and now to be able to do the same Our commitment to you: we want to help build stronger communities through ar- planning and development stag- He said they started pursuing the here in Morden for me is very excit- ticles that both inform and entertain you es for almost a year and now idea about a year ago, and it involved ing,” said Cuetara. “I feel that this is about what’s going on throughout the takes up the entire south end of a lot of work with pieces in the mu- the fi rst of a lot of events ... for me, it Pembina Valley. This is your community the CFDC’s Mosasaur Hall. It in- seum’s collection as well as some of is the beginning of something.” newspaper—let us know what you want to cludes a new backdrop that de- see in it. picts a Jurassic environment. Printed in Canada by Prolifi c Printing. 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News tips: 332-3456, 823-2655 province,” Jantzen said. “They’re real rently has 32 students, while the For Cuetara, who has over 20 opportunities to get the latest equip- heavy-duty program, which operates Winkler Morden Voice years of experience building di- ment that is being used in the indus- from GVC Tec, has about 25. Box 185, Winkler, MB, R6W 4A5 nosaurs for museums around the The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 7 gettinformedNEWS > VIEWS > WINKLER > MORDEN > SURROUNDING AREAS Morden’s Finley Wheeler named Loran Scholar

By Lorne Stelmach serving their communities, and their In addition, he undertook his own long-term leadership potential. business venture that involved teach- A Morden student is one of just 33 It started for Wheeler with an in- ing swimming lessons from a back youth from across the country to be depth online application followed by yard pool in Morden—a point he felt chosen as a 2017 Loran Scholar. a trip to the University of Manitoba may have been a key factor in his se- Finley Wheeler was among those for the regional selection process that lection. selected from 84 national fi nalists included two one-on-one interviews “I think my entrepreneurial abili- for the Loran award, which provides and an interview in front of the panel ties kind of caught their attention. I the Morden Collegiate Gr. 12 student of judges. also think I do well enough talking to with a scholarship valued at $100,000 From there, Wheeler was chosen to people ... with those interviews, it’s as well as access to mentoring and be among nearly 400 semi-fi nalists getting to know the kind of person leadership programs. and then selected to be among the 83 you are.” “I’m still kind of bouncing off the fi nalists. Now Wheeler can start to think more walls ... I’m pretty excited about it,” All told, each of the 33 Loran schol- about his future plans and where Wheeler said after returning home ars was interviewed or assessed by up this will all take him, with the Loran from Toronto, where he went through to 12 different people over the course scholarship setting him up with an the fi nal selection process earlier this of three months. In Toronto alone, academic counsellor as well as past month. Wheeler had seven interviews, so it scholars. “When I found out, I was pretty ec- was an intensive and rigourous pro- He planning on going into engi- static. It was very exciting news not cess. neering and is considering a number only for me but also my family,” he “It was a nerve-wracking experience of schools, including UBC, McGill, said. “It’s quite the opportunity. I’m ... but defi nitely positive for sure,” he Queens, or Dalhousie University. VOICE FILE PHOTO very excited for what’s been present- said, adding it was a chance also to “I’m looking forward to going out Morden Collegiate Gr. 12 student ed in front of me. I think it’s a really make some great connections. “We and experiencing a different part of Finley Wheeler has been named unique and cool experience that I’ll were in a room with past scholars ... the country,” he said. one of 33 Loran Scholars. be able to enjoy.” so it was really cool to talk to those Each Loran award includes an an- people.” nual stipend of $10,000 and match- Wheeler was cited for a range of ing tuition waiver, access to $10,000 community involvements, including in funding for summer internships, being a certifi ed hockey referee and one-on-one mentorship, and annual captain of the school hockey team. retreats and scholar gatherings. He also sings and acts as the student The 28th class of Loran scholars was supervisor for the Central Manitoba whittled down to 33 from an initial Youth Choir and volunteers at the pool of 4,438 applicants who were Corn and Apple Festival and at the judged on character, commitment to middle school level. Safety is a language

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EMMS stu- Honourable dents Jadyn Thiessen, Tamika Wieler, mention for Cameron Martens, and Daniel Aruso- anov show off ÉMMS kids the creative drop box that earned the Students collect school an batteries, markers honourable mention in for recycling a contest to collect used By Lorne Stelmach batteries for recycling. Two Grade 5 classes in Morden may not have earned the top prize in a re- cycling contest, but they still have the said student Jadyn Thiessen, who not- In addition, the students also took collect to keep them out of our local reward of having made a difference ed hundreds of batteries have been part in collecting markers for the Co- landfi ll,” said Cameron Martens. with their efforts. dropped off at the school since Sep- lourCycle program of Crayola, which Tamika Wieler added that they also The École Morden Middle School tember. “We ended up with 18 boxes recycles material from the markers want to continue to collect batter- classes of Becky Williams and Barb that kept about 900 pounds of batter- into a fuel product. The company ies for recycling as part of their good Price had been collecting used mark- ies out of the landfi lls.” says that just over 300 recycled mark- deed club. ers and batteries for recycling since The main idea behind the project ers can produce one gallon of fuel or “We encourage people to still bring last fall, with the students taking aim was promoting the idea that kids can enough to power an SUV for 15 miles. in these batteries,” she said. at a top prize of $1,500 for recycling get involved and make a difference in So far this year, the students have You can help the students’ efforts by the most batteries. their communities. collected two and a half boxes of dropping off your markers and bat- “We didn’t collect the most batter- With the help of their teachers, a markers. teries at the school or sending them ies, however we received honourable creative drop-box was fashioned to “We are pretty sure that there are in with any ÉMMS students. mention for our battery drop box,” collect all sizes of batteries. more markers out there that we can Work slated to start soon on Plum Coulee arena

land Reeve Don Wiebe. stressed the RM is restricted to work- RM fi rming up plans to rebuild arena, The municipality held an informa- ing within the existing footprint of tion evening recently to present their the building rather than exploring community hall damaged by fi re ideas for the renovations to the com- any kind of major expansion. munity hall and arena. “We’re not in a position to add all By Lorne Stelmach ing last May, and it offers an opportu- “We were fortunate to bring two ar- kinds of expenditure to this project nity to make some benefi cial changes chitects who are helping us with the ... it becomes a question of what we Planning is moving ahead for reno- to the facility. redesign,” noted Wiebe. can afford,” he said. “There was a lot vations and upgrades to the Plum It’s not only important to the com- “They showed us what they would of good response ... some suggestions Coulee Community Hall in 2017. munity but “to the surrounding area be able to do in community hall in that they wish we could do a bit more, The work is being done in the wake as well ... so there is keen interest in terms of repositioning the kitchen but we are staying within our budget of the fi re which damaged the build- this project,” suggested RM of Rhine- and redoing the heating system so parameters.” even the acoustics would be better,” The municipality is borrowing he said. $300,000 towards the project on top “The inside will be reconfi gured ... of what is being covered through the just kind of making that space more insurance payout. user-friendly,” he added, further not- “The costs are largely born by the ing they were looking to redesign the insurance ... but we do have some entrance area and improve the stair- costs,” Wiebe said, citing a few extra way as well as part of the work. enhancements such as work on the “That’s going to make it look a lot ice surface. better ... and it will still seat about The RM is uncertain of what the to- 200 people,” Wiebe said. “When we tal cost may be for the project as of showed it to the community, there yet, but Wiebe suggested they are was a lot of support.” looking to get work underway as soon In addition to looking at being able as possible. to have ice year-round, the plan also “We have a plan that we could start calls for a major redesign of the dress- in February,” he said. Which should ing rooms. mean the arena is back up and run- While people have made a few mi- ning by the next hockey season. nor suggestions to the plans, Wiebe The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 9 Council approval paves way for Salem expansion

By Lorne Stelmach with land owners. drainage, street lights, and walkways. • There was also discussion on doing a com- • Another discussion looked at how the city The proposed expansion of Salem Home cleared plan- prehensive review of development fees. could address short term rental needs. There ning approval, but not without concerns from area resi- Currently a fee of $7,500 per acre is charged for was support for the idea of allowing “AirB&B” dents. development in the area serviced by the North- type rentals, with a suggestion there be a three A couple of neighbouring property owners to the Win- lands sewer line. The fee review would reassess night minimum as well as it being subject to a kler personal care facility appeared last Tuesday before costs incurred in a development including conditional use and business licensing, which city council as it considered a rezoning of about a half roads, utilities, intersection improvements, can be reviewed and renewed annually. dozen adjacent lots, which are currently residential and need to be changed to institutional use. The lots that needed to be acquired to make room for The Winkler Morden the expansion are directly to the east of Salem on 14th St. VVoiceoice What’s story? Call 325-6888 “We’re trying to reduce the impact along 14th Street,” said Salem Home board member Bill Zacharias, who touched on their plans for “WE’RE TRYING what will be an independent building linked to the current TO REDUCE THE facility by a hallway. He suggested there would IMPACT ALONG be minimal impact on the 14TH STREET.” area in terms of increased traffi c and reduced parking, and he added they were looking at a condo-style devel- opment that will help the building fi t in with the charac- ter of the neighbourhood. Parking and traffi c were high on the list of concerns of 14th St. homeowners, who also asked about the possible impact on their property values and whether Salem is looking at further expansion in the future. The hearing was told there are future plans for a third building, but that is not being considered any time soon. As for the other concerns, councillors suggested those can be dealt with in the development process, though Coun. Andrew Froese agreed that Salem Home needs to ensure there will be ample parking. Council also suggested property values would not really be impacted. “I truly don’t believe that would be the case,” said depu- ty mayor Henry Siemens, who added council would aim to ensure the development is done in a way where they 17024gm8 could “make certain that what we’re promised is what we’re getting.” INDUSTRIAL LOT PRICE INCREASE City council also reported on a number of matters dis- cussed at the Feb. 2 planning committee meeting. • A two per cent price increase was proposed for the Clover Creek industrial park lots on the east side of Win- kler with a slightly higher increase for those with front- age on Eastview Drive. There was also discussion on the need to acquire more land for future development and to start conversations

17024GG0 10 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 gettinformedNEWS > VIEWS > WINKLER > MORDEN > SURROUNDING AREAS Making the pitch for a city-wide fi ber optic network

By Lorne Stelmach He said they believe this is the best doing its part, Harder said. option that will offer the highest per- “We will be investing half a million A project that envisions making the formance and reliability possible. dollars into locating infrastructure to City of Winkler a technological hub He touched on a number of key dif- get it to every single facility that the with a complete fi ber optic network ferences such as involving infrastruc- City of Winkler owns,” he said, adding for faster internet service is now look- ture that goes underground as well as they have also designated a property ing for the investment to make it hap- offering individual dedicated lines to for Valley Fiber to use for a data cen- pen. every property that will provide far tre. Representatives of Valley Fiber made superior service. Harder made the case that this was their pitch at a meeting Monday that “We’re looking at long term invest- an investment not just for this one also saw Mayor Martin Harder also ment to do this right the fi rst time for particular enterprise but for some- voicing the city’s support for the proj- generations to come,” said Wall, sug- thing that will benefi t everyone in ect. gesting the project will not only cre- Winkler. Noting the City of Winkler’s ongo- ate jobs but also attract more business “This is a business that is coming ing frustration with its internet ser- to the city. here to benefi t the balance of the vice, Harder said they have already “Winkler will be the hub,” he said, businesses and the community as a seen Garden Valley School Division adding this could make Winkler “the whole,” he said. successfully put fi ber optics in place. Silicon Valley for southern Manitoba.” “We have determined that the abil- “We thought why wouldn’t this Wall noted Valley Fiber has applied ity to spend into this is an entirely work for the city of Winkler? We do to the province for a special tax credit different picture than if we were to believe we are leaders,” he said. “Win- that would be available for those who invest in a particular business com- kler is not only a growing community invest in the project. ing to Winkler,” he added. “We believe PHOTO BY LORNE but a forward thinking community.” They estimated the cost of the initial that the incentives that are in place STELMACH/VOICE Valley Fiber CEO Hank Wall ex- build-out would be in the range of $15 for this particular business are here Valley Fiber CEO Hank Wall fi lls plained their plans for the project million. They believe it could be com- for the benefi t of all of Winkler rather in potential investors Monday would involve an individual fi ber op- pleted within three years, if funding than just one particular business.” about his company’s hopes to in- tic line being brought to every home comes through. stall fi ber optic lines throughout and business within city limits. The City of Winkler will certainly be all of Winkler. Morden police board looking for public feedback

By Lorne Stelmach The survey will be available from community policing or more on edu- where the people feel it is important. March 1-31 online at www.mor- cational outreach like drug informa- “Some people might think there’s The community is being offered a denmb.com or in printed format at tion evenings? a drug issue in the community, some chance to have their say on policing the Morden Civic Centre, police sta- “We can take that into account then people might feel traffi c is more im- in Morden. tion, PDO building, and the Access not only kind of in our current activi- portant. Some might feel the educa- A survey being launched next week Event Centre. ties but our future planning as well,” tion aspect is important, to be in the by the Morden Police Board is an op- Harries said police boards have said Harries, adding they want to get schools and talk to different groups.” portunity for residents to have input been in place for a few years now, so a sense of “how safe or secure people The survey will go into some de- and share their safety concerns for now that they are more established feel within Morden.” tail on all these things, but Neduzak the community. they can change their focus. Police Chief Brad Neduzak said added they also don’t want it to be Board chairperson Rich Harries said “What we’ve done in the last three they’re hopeful that the survey can too onerous and time consuming for it is important for them to engage years is more foundational, formaliz- really provide them with some good people. with the community to understand ing the operations of the police board direction from the community. He added they also hope it doesn’t how the Morden Police Service is do- ... we haven’t been able to spend as “We want to hear from the public as become a forum for people to air per- ing and what the priorities and ex- much time on guiding the operations to how we are doing ... good or bad ... sonal grievances, noting they always pectations are when it comes to over- of the police service,” he said. “It’s a and to hear any suggestions on how encourage and welcome residents to all safety and security in the city. good time to increase that engage- we can do things better or improve,” meet with them if they have such con- “We want to give people the oppor- ment and really be more proactive he said. cerns. tunity to tell us what we’re doing well and forward-thinking.” “Where we can focus our efforts and “If they feel they really have some but also what we can improve upon,” He suggested it is vital that they get time ... any safety issues that come to constructive criticism or suggestions he said. “That’s primarily the reason a feel for how the community feels light that maybe we are missing out on how to improve our service in gen- ... to engage the community ... engage they are doing, what their expecta- on ... maybe we feel that something eral ... it can help us to do our jobs the citizens of Morden in our future tions are, and what should be priori- is important to the public, but may- better.” planning, but also really it’s a report ties for the department. For example, be the public thinks otherwise. It’s card on how we’re doing.” should there also be more focus on important to direct our energies to The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 11 Jane’s Party rocks gallery

Toronto pop rock group Jane’s Party enter- tained in Morden with an intimate show Sun- day afternoon at the Pembina Hills Gallery. Having also performed in Winnipeg at Fes- tival du Voyageur, the group now with four CDs to their credit was brought to Morden through Dead Horse Entertainment.

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• AN ARTIST’S LIFE Bach, music theory, and the professional teacher

usic teaching have to do with teaching and a need training, will learn several important called ‘terraced’ dynamics. Singers in a private for professional development? Every- components of Baroque music that will fi nd that they have many specifi c thing! You see, Bach is a perfect exam- will not only enable students to un- vocal performance practices to follow, capacity is an ple of a composer who is often seen derstand and to play it correctly, but as will other instruments. unregulated as boring or outdated, particularly to can also transform a run of the mill When a teacher understands Ba- young music students entering their piece into an enjoyable tune. roque music and passes this under- profession. fi rst Royal Conservatory books. Fur- For example, did you know that standing on to their students, the M thermore, many teachers shy away Baroque music is for the most part result is a piece of music that has sud- Anyone can advertise and from Baroque music, preferring to based on dance forms? Or that in denly become lively, easy to memo- teach, no matter whether only teach what is necessary for ex- most cases the music is to be played rize, and enjoyable. ams or to give a student an ‘overview’ quite detached? The case of the no good, terrible, aw- they hold a post-second- of stylistic periods. Did you know that Baroque music ful music theory is another aspect of ary degree in music or On the other hand, the great ma- is organized in such a way as to allow instruction that plagues many teach- jority of western music in the mod- for repeated patterns, making mem- ers. have completed only the ern world can directly trace its roots orization of this music much more When the subject of theory comes elementary grades in pia- back to Bach. Teachers with pedagogy simple? Baroque piano music is to be training, who have studied and con- played without crescendos or decre- Continued on page 28 no. tinue to study Bach in their ongoing scendos, instead employing a device Since the basic concepts of music are quite simple, students may ap- pear to learn well from a variety of Churches come together for Day of Prayer teachers and, of course, par- ticularly at By Ashleigh Viveiros This year it’s the Philippines.” Christian faith, Crossman says. the beginning As such, the service, entitled Am “It’s not just our church that is levels, the per- Several local faith communities I Being Unfair to You, has been cre- planning it,” she says. “We have sonality and are coming together to mark the ated by women in the Philippines some of the Mennonite churches, empathy level By Candace World Day of Prayer next week. to highlight some of the struggles Anglican, United ... it is a time that of a teacher is Hamm The service rotates annually be- they face when it comes to econom- we can come together and see the just as if not tween area churches and this year ic justice. strength of what we do believe as more important than teaching quali- takes place at the St. John the Evan- “So we’ll be examining those is- one instead of our differences.” fi cations. gelist Roman Catholic Church on sues ... we’re hoping to make peo- The event has been held in Mor- At the same time, even beginning Friday, March 3 at 7 p.m. ple more aware,” Crossman says, den for several years now and often levels of music contain concepts “It’s an ecumenical initiative that noting the service and the refresh- draws upwards of 50 people from where a trained teacher can make all was started quite a few years ago,” ments that follow will also be a cel- the various participating churches. the difference for a student. This can says organizer Cheryl Crossman, ebration of the culture of the Phil- All are welcome to attend. especially hold true when it comes to explaining similar services will be ippines. If you’d like to learn more about two of the most commonly disliked taking place all over the world that This event is a great way for World Prayer Day and other related aspects of music study: J.S. Bach and day. “Each year they choose one churches to put aside their differ- activities, head to www.wlcc.org. music theory. country to be in solidarity with. ences and celebrate their shared What does Johann Sebastian Bach 12 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 Jedi training

Organizers say upwards of 750 people came out for the inaugural Winkler Comic Con on Monday, which offered a packed-full lineup of events at Garden Valley Collegiate, the Winkler Arts & Culture Centre, and the P.W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall. Clockwise from above: Members of the River City Jedi group demonstrate their lightsaber skills; Brock Becker, 11, caught the Golden Snitch and won the Cosplay Contest for his age group; the art gallery complemented its comic art exhibition with several Lego displays and Lego-building stations; a few young cosplayers await the judges’ decision in the cos- tume contest; playing a modifi ed version of Quidditch outside in the rain; upstairs in the gaming area, con-goers could run through demos of tabletop games like Warhammer.

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Left: Pearl Bueckert won fi rst place in the amateur adult divi- sion of the Cosplay Contest for her Jack Frost cos- tume. Right: Volunteers dressed the part to play Ticket to Ride, one of sev- eral board games PHOTOS BY ASHLEIGH VIVEIROS/VOICE available to play up- stairs in the con’s gam- ing area, which also included PC and console gaming all day long and tourna- ments in the evening.

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Cultural mosaic Mild weather brought out a large crowd Saturday to take in the fes- tivities of the ninth annual Morden Multicultural Winterfest. Events indoors included a wide array of displays, food, and entertainment to celebrate the many cultures that call the Morden area home. Outdoors was all about celebrating our Canadian winter, with street hockey games, quinzee building, snowshoeing lessons, and a fi re for roasting marshmallows.

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PHOTOS BY LORNE STELMACH/VOICE Morden hosted its second annual Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics on Saturday. Forty participants took an icy dip for the cause, with many coming decked out in funky costumes, including the Manitou fi re department (above).

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By Lorne Stelmach great opportunity to visit numerous busi- nesses under one roof and see what they have Having just recently opened a year ago, the to offer, said Candace Olafson, chamber ex- Morden Discount Centre was a last-minute ecutive director, who noted last week that the addition to the Home and Life Show in 2016. show was almost fully booked. The response last year was enough to con- “We probably have just a couple spots to vince owner Annie Giesbrecht to not only be squeeze a few last minute exhibitors in ... part of the Morden and District Chamber of we’re very pleased with the exhibitors that Commerce’s show again this year, but to be we have,” said Olafson, who added that a ma- one of the featured exhibitors as well. jority of them return each year, so it’s clear “We actually give a lot of credit to the businesses recognize the value of it. “They Home and Life Show for the success of our often come back again ... we hear really good business so far,” said Giesbrecht. “The timing feedback from them ... having the ability to Come check out was perfect, so there wasn’t a chance I was talk to so many people.” our booth at the going to miss out on it this year. The show’s more than 40 exhibitors will “Thousands of people come through there display everything from camping and gar- Home & and get to see what we do ... it’s great to be dening products to health and beauty, home Life Show able to showcase what we sell and what we decor, furniture, appliances, outdoor sports, d o.” and much more. See our new That is very much what the chamber hopes It runs Friday, March 3 from 3-9 p.m. and the annual show set for March 3-4 can do for Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at website at local businesses. the Morden Access Event Centre. www.mstw.ca It serves as a showcase of the variety of businesses in the community and offers a 18 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017

The Cadenza Summer Music Week gives music students a place to come to- gether to Avoid learn and perform. ‘Taxing’ T4 This year’s Headaches session runs July 3-7. Canada’s annual tax season will 2. Be a clock-watcher. be kicking into high gear, and by If you haven’t received your T4 by now you’ve probably received your late March, contact your employer T4 statement. Whether you prepare immediately. If your T4 isn’t going Cadenza music camp your own tax return or not, make to arrive in time to file your tax re- sure you check your T4 carefully, turn, attach a note to the return with says an expert from ADP Canada, your employer’s name and address spots fi lling up quickly the country’s leading provider of and an explanation of what you are outsourced payroll and human re- doing to get your T4. Use your pay sources business solutions. stubs and/or statements to calculate By Ashleigh Viveiros ploring other aspects of music, maybe “People who ignore their T4 are income, tax and EI payments, and one they haven’t been introduced to,” taking a big risk,” says Don McGuire, attach them to your return. Summer may still feel like a long Drudge said, noting that this year’s ADP Canada. “Even a small mistake ways away, but registration for the theme is improvisation. on your T4 can impact your ability 3. Check the boxes. Douglas Kuhl School of Music’s an- In addition to improv classes, the to pay your taxes on time or cause a Several areas found on a T4 sta- nual Cadenza Summer Music Week week will include sessions in cham- delay in receiving your tax return.” tement are common to virtually all is already fi lling up rapidly. ber music, composition, music theory, “We’re actually a third full already ADP Canada offers three tips for employees, including Box 14 (em- orchestra, technique, and more. after just a week of posting registra- “The idea is just to have kids explore avoiding a “taxing” T4 headache: ployment income), Box 16 (Canada tion information,” said organizer Ro- others aspects of musicality: playing 1. Make sure your employer Pension Plan contribution), and chelle Drudge last week. with other kids in chamber groups, knows where to find you. Box 18 (Employment Insurance Cadenza has a limit of 90 students, improv composition, fi ddling ... what- Although employers are obligated payments). Always compare the so Drudge urges people to apply ever it is that they might not get in to issue a T4, they’re not required amounts found in your T4 boxes to sooner rather an later if they wish to individual lessons,” said Drudge. “It’s to track you down if your address the corresponding information that be a part of this year’s session. quite motivating for many students to The program invites students of have that other experience to look for- has changed. Be sure to always let appears on your last pay stub of the violin, cello, bass, viola, and piano to ward to each year, to explore music, to your employer know if you move or year — they should be the same. “By taking just a few minutes now share in fi ve days of collaborative and do new things, meet new people.” change your mailing address. creative music making. to make sure your T4 is in order, This will be Cadenza’s fi fth sum- This year’s camp runs from July 3-7 mer of programming and it’s already you’ll avoid a taxing headache later,” at Winkler Elementary School and carved out quite a name for itself not says ADP’s McGuire. will include as guest teachers/per- just in Manitoba but across the coun- formers jazz pianist Mike Janzen and try. conductor Doug Friesen. They’ve brought in guest instruc- Both accomplished Toronto musi- tors from all over Canada every year, Let us maximize your return. cians have roots in our area. who have all been greatly impressed “One of focuses of DKSM is to con- by what the program is able to offer nect and collaborate with musicians students. Maximum Refund Guarantee* from across Manitoba and Canada, “Everybody so far that I’ve invited, Our Maximum Refund Guarantee* ensures you get all especially when they have an original from B.C. to Newfoundland, they’ve the deductions and credits you’re entitled to. connection with Winkler/Morden or all been amazed at what our program Speak to an H&R Block Tax Professional today. the wider southern Manitoba area,” is doing. 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Event raises over $26K of special kids who are close to our hearts, and From Pg. 15 it’s nice that we can do things to involve them ... make them feel special.” support coming from Morden, Edwards said, Kris Reynolds was part of a crew from the especially with a local program having started Manitou fi re department who last year came in the community recently, which he pointed dressed as superheroes and this year outfi t- out is defi nitely a great motivation for local ted themselves as members of the rock group fundraising efforts. KISS. “That was the goal ... raising funds and rais- “We came last year dressed up ... this year, ing awareness ... Morden was without a pro- we decided we needed to top that,” he said as gram for Special Olympics Manitoba for a the group proudly displayed their mock gui- while,” he said. tars. “We made these costumes last night ... The event also got a big thumbs up from grown men making toys and jumping in the those who braved the icy water. water.” “It’s exhilarating, and it’s for a good cause,” “It’s a lot of fun. It’s a really good cause ... and said Chevonne Bell, whose husband Devin with the police doing it, it seems to just fol- Bell was part of the organizing committee. low suit for us to do it too. We’re happy to help She said her team of four, who raised around out,” said Reynolds, who added they raised PHOTOS BY LORNE STELMACH/VOICE $1,000 in pledges, were glad to be supporting just over $2,000. “It’s a great fundraiser for Participants and volunteers made the Morden Polar a local program. them, and there are local athletes in the area Plunge on Saturday a big success. The event raised “It’s nice to see that a new program has that we’re supporting too.” upwards of $26,000 for Special Olympics Manitoba. started in Morden,” Bell said. “We know a lot Friendly competition

PHOTOS BY LORNE STELMACH/VOICE There was some fun competition at the Winkler Arena Monday as a team that included local fi refi ghters went up against an experienced sledge hockey team in support of the Spina Bifi da and Hydrocephalus Associa- tion of Manitoba. In the end, the Sledge Hockey Manitoba team won the exhibition contest 9-4. More importantly, though, the event raised awareness and also brought in $1,250 for the association. The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 23 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Lady Hawks sweep series

By Lorne Stelmach

The female Pembina Valley Hawks are on to the next playoff round af- ter making short work of the Cen- tral Plains Capitals in three straight games. The Hawks completed the sweep of the best of fi ve quarter-fi nal series with 3-1, 3-0 ,and 6-3 wins this past week, and they now face the Winni- peg Avros in the semi-fi nals expected to get underway next week. The Hawks grabbed the momentum in the series a 3-1 win in the opening game last Wednesday in Morden. It was scoreless through the fi rst with goaltender Lacey Friesen keep- ing Central Plains in the game as shots on goal were 19-5 for the Hawks. PHOTO BY RICK HIEBERT Pembina Valley got on the board in Hawks goaltender Halle Oswald keeps her eye on a point shot in Sunday’s match against the Central the second period, and that held until Plains Capitals, which Pembina Valley won 6-3 to take the quaterfi nal series in three games. a late goal with just under two min- utes left made it 2-0. After Central preparing for the third place Winni- game quarter-fi nal sweep of the sixth The winner of that series will take Plains then broke the shutout with peg Avros. The schedule was still be- place Norman Wild. on the fi rst place Westman Wildcats, 1:18 remaining, the Hawks added in- ing fi nalized at press time. The other semi-fi nal was still to be who dispatched the last place Inter- surance with four seconds left. Pembina Valley won three of their determined, as the Yellowhead Chiefs lake Lightning in three straight. Alyssa Alderson, Mackenzie Heide, four regular season games with the and Eastman Selects still needed and Makenzie McCallum all scored Avros, who advanced with a three game four to decide things. for Pembina Valley, while Halle Os- wald made 19 saves with shots 35-20 in favour of the Hawks. Oswald then turned in a 27 save shutout Friday, while Friesen faced 36 shots by the Hawks, who drew fi rst blood with a pair of second peri- Flyers fall to Steinbach Pistons od goals as they really turned on the heat with 19 shots on net. Scoring two in the shutout was By Ashleigh Viveiros into the second, which the Pistons The Valentine’s Day rout got start- Kelly-Rae Zdan, with Sage McElroy- answered by retaking the lead just a ed with goals from Mitch Dyck and Scott also contributing with a single. A few days break wasn’t enough couple of minutes later. Coltyn Bates in the fi rst period, while The Hawks closed out the series to give the Winkler Flyers the boost Braden Billaney evened the score Martyniuk slapped away all 18 shots Sunday by again by coming on strong they needed to down the fi rst place at 2-2 a second shy of four minutes that came his way in net. in the second period, staking them- Steinbach team. into the fi nal period. After Steinbach Virden upped their game in period selves to a 3-1 lead on their way to the The second place Flyers fell 4-2 at made it 3-2 fi ve minutes later, Win- two, fi ring 22 shots on Martyniuk, 6-3 victory. the hands of the Pistons Monday af- kler pulled Martyniuk for the extra who let one past him in fi rst two Oswald had a lighter workload, ternoon in their fi nal meeting of the man as the clock wound down. But minutes but then stood strong for stopping 17 of the 20 shots she faced, regular season. the move backfi red and instead it the remainder of the game. while Toni Conrad led the Hawks’ at- Even with fi ve players on the in- was the Pistons who scored an emp- In answer, Brett Opperman scored tack with a pair of goals and a three jured list, Winkler mostly held their ty-netter to double up on the Flyers unassisted for Winkler 26 seconds point night. Other goals came from own in the opening frame, sending for the win. after Virden’s goal. Ian Mackey made Alderson, McCallum, Hannah Petrie, six shots in answer to the Pistons’ 11, Overall, Martyniuk made 35 saves it a 3-1 game with a short-handed and Brooklyn Platt, while Mackenzie with Troy Martyniuk letting one slip as Steinbach outshot Winkler 39-32. marker at 11:36. Hutchinson chipped in a pair of as- past him with 3:35 to go in the period. The loss came nearly a week af- Mackey added another goal to the sists. Winkler’s Nolan McGuire returned ter Winkler trounced the Virden Oil The second place Hawks are now the favour with a powerplay goal 6:21 Capitals on Feb. 14. Continued on page 24 24 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 Hawks end season in fourth place

By Lorne Stelmach

Two losses that ended their regular season gave away their shot at third place, but a seven game winning streak before that has given the male Pembina Valley Hawks some confi dence as their playoff hunt begins this weekend with the Brandon Wheat Kings. Earlier last week, the Hawks had won a seventh straight in edging the Southwest Cougars 4-3 in Souris. The weekend then saw them fall 5-1 to the Yellowhead Chiefs Saturday and 4-2 to the Eastman Selects Sun- day. “We played some games where I didn’t think we played our best and we came out with wins. We The Hawks’ Everett Bestland attempts to get weren’t able to do that this weekend,” said coach Ry- the puck past Yellowhead goaltender Reese lan Price. “We need to fi nd our stride and get up to the Jones on Saturday. The Chiefs won it 5-1. speed when need it ... that just has to do with our puck PHOTO BY RICK HIEBERT/VOICE movement.” The fourth place Hawks now face fi fth place Bran- don in a best of fi ve quarter-fi nal that gets underway in Morden Friday then continues in Brandon Sunday It was a close game last Wednesday against second place Chiefs before Travis Penner got the and is back in Morden for game three Tuesday. the Cougars with the shots 37-31 in favor of the lone Pembina Valley goal with under fi ve minutes The Hawks, who fi nished at 28-15-0-0-1 for 57 points, Hawks, who got a 28 save performance from net- left. Yellowhead put it away then with two empty split their four game regular season series with the minder Martin Gagnon. net goals. Wheat Kings, who ended at 26-16-0-1-1 for 54 points, Owen Wiebe scored twice for Pembina Valley, Aaron Brunn made 25 saves as the Chiefs out- and Price was confi dent about their chances. which also got goals from Cade Kowalski and shot the Hawks 30-26. “We know what Brandon’s going to bring ... we know Kolton Shindle as the Hawks broke a 2-2 dead- On Sunday, Caleb Unrau scored a pair of sec- that they’re not the most physical team, and that’s an lock after the fi rst period with two quick goals in ond period goals for the Hawks including a pow- area of the game that we like to make ours ... with our the second period. League leading scorer Elijah erplay marker, but the Selects connected on a speed and skill, and if we add that physical aspect, Carels contributed three assists. powerplay of their own as well as shorthanded we’ll do all right against Brandon. It should be a good The Hawks fell behind 3-0 Saturday against the marker while outshooting Pembina Valley 33-20. series.” Do-or-die for Redskins; Royals knocked out

By Ashleigh Viveiros den’s lone goal midway through the was between the posts. day, taking game three 6-1 to advance third period, while Warren scored a Game two on Friday was a much to the semi-fi nals. The fi rst round of South Eastern trio of goals in both the fi rst and sec- closer affair, but still ultimately went Scoring Winkler’s lone goal that Manitoba Hockey League playoffs ond frames. Portage’s way. match was Phil Letkeman in the dy- saw Winkler knocked from the run- That made Tuesday’s game in Mor- Craig Cornelsen drew fi rst blood ing minutes of the opening period. ning and the Morden hanging on by den do or die for the Redskins. Re- with an unanswered goal in the open- Portage scored twice in each period a thread as of press time. sults were not available at press time. ing frame. Portage responded with on Krahn in net. Heading into Tuesday evening’s If the Redskins won, the deciding two in the second and one more in Also battling for a seat in the semi- game four, the Morden Redskins game fi ve takes place tonight, Feb. 23, the third. fi nals are the Carman Beavers and were down two games to one in their in Warren. A second goal from Cornelsen with the Altona Maroons (Altona led that quarterfi nal battle with the Warren Meanwhile, the seventh place Win- less than fi ve minutes to go brought series 2-1 as of press time) and the Mercs. kler Royals were bounced out of the Winkler within one of tying, but they Notre Dame Hawks and the Stone- Warren, who came in fourth in the playoffs by the second place Portage couldn’t quite make good on their wall Jets (the Hawks were up 2-1). regular season standings (one up on Islanders in three straight games. chances, and the game went to the Is- The next round of playoffs should Morden), dominated in game one The Islanders began the series with landers 3-2. get underway in the coming week. Feb. 14 with a 6-2 victory. Scoring for a 6-2 win last Thursday night. Winkler Krahn made 49 saves as Portage out- Head to semhl.net for the updated the Redskins was Nick Doyle and Ty- scorers included Mark Hildebrand shot Winkler 52-20. schedule. ler Peers, while Reed Peters took the and Marlin Froese, while Matt Krahn Portage put the fi nal nail in on Sun- loss in net. The Redskins bounced back in > game two Feb. 16. Doyle had a three FLYERS, FROM PG. 23 goal night while Peters made 53 saves pot a few minutes into the fi nal frame, four. has a few games in hand. They trail in net in the 3-2 Morden victory. while Gino Lucia made it an even six Ahead of Tuesday night’s game the fi rst place Pistons by 12 points. The pendulum swung all the way with less than fi ve minutes still to go. against OCN Blizzard, Winkler’s re- Coming up, the Flyers travel to Win- back the Mercs’ way two nights later, Overall, Virden outshot Winkler 54- cord stood at 38-14-3 for 79 points and nipeg to face the Blues on Saturday when Warren won game three 6-1. 47. The Flyers went one for fi ve on the second place. That ties them in points and then hosts the Neepawa Natives That game, Reid Burak scored Mor- powerplay, while Virden was zero for with the Selkirk Steelers, but Winkler on Tuesday. The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 25 Twisters win big off the ice for CancerCare MB

By Ashleigh Viveiros The losses give Pembina Valley 50 points for a fi rm hold on third place. The Pembina Valley Twisters are They’re 23-12-4 for the season thus looking to shake off a three game los- far, and though tied in points with ing streak this week. the St. James Canucks, they have a On Friday, the Morris-based team few games in hand. They trail the fi rst were handed their second loss in a place Stonewall Jets and the second row courtesy of the visiting St. James place Charleswood Hawks by seven Canucks. points. St. James were up 3-0 before Pembi- Pembina Valley had their fi rst crack na Valley got on the board with a goal at turning things around on Wednes- from Alex Tetrault nearly two min- day as they faced the Jets. Results utes into the fi nal period. were not available at press time. That was closely followed by goals This weekend the team travels to from Corey Mazinke and Matthew play the St. Boniface Riels on Friday Hadley. and then hosts the Hawks Sunday. The back half of the period didn’t go They also host the Raiders on Tues- their way, though, as the Canucks got day. two more past Matt Kohlmann in the Twisters’ net for a 5-3 victory. Things didn’t get any better for Pem- SUPPORTING CANCER CARE bina Valley two nights later up against Even as the Twisters work to fi nd the River East Royal Knights. their footing on the ice once more, The wheels fell off the cart in the they were winning big off of it earlier fi rst period, where the Knights scored this month. seven goals off of 17 shots, while Pem- The team joined forces with the Red bina Valley managed River Mudbugs from St. Jean and the SUBMITTED PHOTO just one (courtesy of Morris Mavericks high The Pembina Valley Twisters teamed up with the Red River Mudbugs Wyatt Sabourin) out school team for this of 13. year’s Cancer Care Fun- and the Morris Mavericks to raise $22,712 for CancerCare Manitoba Both teams scored draiser. earlier this month. twice more, once in “IT WAS A JOINT At games played the fi rst weekend of the each of the remain- EFFORT ALL THE was great. We also did a big 50/50 Schmitke said, laughing. “That snow- ing periods, with the month, the teams man- draw that generated almost $2,000.” balled into a big effort from the coach- Twisters’ goals com- WAY AROUND.” aged to raise $22,712 for Other big money-makers revolved ing staff, the ownership, the players, ing from Steve Young CancerCare Manitoba. around a few challenges issued by people involved with the team to re- and Brendan Keck. The Twisters have players and coaching staff. ally raise money to get Corey to lose Overall, the game hosted an annual cancer “The coach of the Twisters, Ryan his hair. The end result was he raised was evenly matched in shots on net fundraiser for years—it Dyck, challenged the players that $9,000.” at 37 each, but victory went to the was started by the late Dale Rempel if they raised $1,100 he would get a Mazinke and teammate Bryce Dusik Knights 9-3. of Rempel Insurance in 2009, a year wacky haircut,” Schmitke said, not- both had their heads shaved as a re- Kohlman started off in net for the after he was diagnosed with cancer— ing that he issued a similar challenge, sult, as did the others taking part in Twisters but was pulled in the fi nal but this year was the fi rst time they setting the goal at $2,200. the challenges. fi ve minutes after making 24 saves invited the other teams to take part, Twisters forward Corey Mazinke Considering this year’s goal was but giving up eight goals. He was re- said Twisters co-owner Pat Schmitke. also got in on the fun, promising to $20,000, Schmitke said they were placed by Derick Keddie, who let one “This year we changed it up a little shave his head if $4,000 in donations bit and we combined our efforts,” he goal past out of fi ve shots. came in. Continued on page 28 said. “We did a silent auction, which “He had—had—really long hair,” Winkler and Morden square off for 150 Challenge

By Ashleigh Viveiros The list is designed to get people off pion. the next few months through social the couch and out being active, and it “There is some community pride media and community newsletters. The gauntlet has been thrown: includes everything from street hock- on the line here,” says Driedger, who They also plan to introduce a few which community, Winkler or Mor- ey to dancing to pillow fi ghting. adds, however, that the real winners new special events and programs. den, can be the most active this spring “I’ve never seen a list that is so will be the participants themselves. “We’re hoping to do some kind of and summer? broad to give everyone an opportu- “We’re really hoping that people will after school or evening program for The two cities are teaming up—and nity to do something different,” says have fun trying some new things.” kids to try out some new activities, as squaring off—for the ParticipAC- Winkler recreation programmer Jor- If that’s not enough incentive, there well as a few other things,” Driedger TION 150 Community Challenge dan Driedger. will also be monthly prizes for the says. “We’re just working out the de- March 1 to July 29. When you complete an activity, post most activities and a grand prize for tails right now.” The competition challenges partici- a photo or video of it on social media whoever completes the most over the For the complete ParticipACTION pants to tackle as many of the 150 ac- using #Morden150 or #Winkler150. 150 days. 150 playlist and registration informa- tivities listed in the ParticipACTION The community who checks off the Both cities will be shining a spotlight tion, go to www.participaction.com. 150 Playlist as they can. most activities will be crowned cham- on existing recreational offerings over 26 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 Morden Thunder to face Mustangs in round two

By Ashleigh Viveiros That hard-fought game went Niverville’s on Valentine’s Day. The girls won their match way 73-71. 84-31, while the boys won 84-63. In Zone 4 boys hockey last week, the Morden Thunder Ultimately earning the tournament’s trophy The Morden Thunder girls also had wins last made short work of the Tigers to move on to round two of was Ross L. Gray, who defeated the Carman week, beating Carman 51-20 on Feb. 14 and the the playoffs. Cougars 71-41 in the fi nal. Sabres 70-27 on Feb. 16. The boys had mixed Morden, who fi nished fi rst this season, crushed the Tigers In Zone 4 basketball, the Garden Valley Col- results, falling to Carman 49-78 but then beat- 7-1 on Feb. 13 and 6-1 on Feb. 15. legiate Zodiacs teams crushed the Altona Aces ing the Sabres 70-61. The NPC Nighthawks, meanwhile, saw their champion- ship hopes dashed by the Altona Aces, who won game one 5-3 on Feb. 13 and then took game two 5-4 on Feb. 16 to sweep the series. The semi-fi nals get underway this week as Morden takes on the Mustangs and Altona faces Carman. Head to zone4hockey.mb.ca for the latest schedule and scores. NIGHTHAWKS HOST TOURNAMENT The Northlands Parkway Collegiate varsity boys basket- ball team hosted their invitational tournament last week- end. The Nighthawks found themselves on the losing end of things in game one against the Ross L. Gray Raiders, last year’s champs, on Friday. That 83-74 defeat put them up next against the Prairie Mountain Predators, who they beat 71-61 to earn a spot in the consolation fi nal against the Niverville Panthers.

NPC’s Nio Tuikuka goes for a breakaway layup in Friday’s game against the Ross L. Gray Raiders, which the Raiders won 83-74.

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By Harry Siemens cold storage it doesn’t necessarily all til that gets approved it would be very Davidson added that in the case of go to Europe.” diffi cult for pork to take advantage of beef the primary issue is Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wel- Davidson said companies may de- the agreement. use of antimicrobial interventions. comed the European Parliament’s cide to take some of that product and “We see absolutely no reason why The beef and veal industry is work- approval of the Comprehensive Eco- ship it to other markets and product the issues that are affecting pork can ing with the Canadian government to nomic and Trade Agreement and can come out of the area that’s re- not be resolved before that,” David- undertake additional research which Strategic Partnership Agreement last served for the European Union. son said. “We need to have them set will be used to apply to the Euro- week. However, nothing goes in there and up well before that date so the com- pean Food Safety Authority for ap- “CETA sets a new bar for progres- Canada would like to be able to make mercial pipelines can begin to be set proval, but that will likely take several sive trade agreements that create use of the Canadian health mark. Un- up.” months. good, middle class jobs, give con- sumers more choice, and protect both workers and the environment,” he said in the wake of the approval Top young farmers to be honoured on Feb. 15. Canada and the EU will now com- plete their respective legislative and By Harry Siemens nomination form and will appear be- promote the tremendous contribu- regulatory processes that will bring fore a panel of judges before the win- tion of agriculture. Two national win- virtually all signifi cant parts of the Two young couples are in the run- ners are announced at the Manitoba ners are chosen annually. agreement into force by spring 2017. ning for this year’s Manitoba’s Out- OYF banquet on March 4. The win- Trudeau also welcomed the positive standing Young Farmers Award. ners will go on to compete at the na- THIRD GENERATION FARMER vote on the SPA, which will strength- Clint and Shannon Desjardins of tional level in November. en the already strong cooperation Laurier and Brent and Kirsty Oswald The awards program, which is open Clinton Desjardins grew up on his between Canada and the EU on a of Steinbach have been nominated to to producers between the ages of 18- family ranch, Cattle Drive Ranch, in wide range of issues, including hu- represent Manitoba this year. 39, recognizes farmers that exemplify Continued on page 28 man rights, international peace and Each couple completed a lengthy excellence in their profession and security, and the environment. “Today’s vote is an exciting mile- stone on the way to bringing the benefi ts of these progressive free trade and partnership agreements to Canadians and Europeans,” he said. “These agreements set the stage for It all starts with the seed an even stronger relationship with the EU, which will create greater op- By Harry Siemens since I grew up on my mom and their story on Canadian Agriculture portunities for the middle class on dad’s farm northeast of Plum Coulee Day. That to me is the key to the fu- both sides of the Atlantic.” The Canadian farming industry to watch my father. ture of farming as we know it today. There are always realities to big celebrated the fi rst national Cana- He loved the smell of freshly tilled We can have all kinds of profession- signings like this. dian Agriculture Day last Thursday. soil, to see those fi rst seedlings als speak to farmers about farming The Canadian Meat Council’s Ron In Winnipeg, it was part of a jam- break through the ground, get out and how to tell their stories, but it is Davidson fears unresolved technical packed full Victoria Inn Crop Con- the sprayer and kill those yield-rob- the farmer that has to tell his or her issues could delay the movement of nect day as part of a two-day event bing weeds, to look for the fi rst head, own story, warts and successes alike. Canadian pork and beef into Europe getting farmers and industry people ear or blossom shoot forth, make the Surveys show that consumers still under CETA. alike coming from across Manitoba fi rst round with a new swather and trust the farmer the most, so if you Davidson said several technical is- to celebrate and learn. watch it lay down the ripe grain and want to know how and why a farmer sues still need to be resolved before The varied parts of the agriculture just the proper way, and then to see does a certain thing, ask him to tell. Canadian beef and pork processors industry may be quite different from that fi rst new fresh grain hit the hop- And Mr. Farmer, be ready to tell your will be able to take full advantage of one another, but yet they all share per of the combine, rush off to the el- story from the heart. the agreement. the same major focus: they all need evator, test for moisture content, and At the MBP’s recently concluded “In the case of pork it would be the to make a living, a profi t. head back to the fi eld. 38th AGM, attendees heard numer- application of the Canadian health And to do that, they all need to My father tried to instill in me the ous times that the beef industry has mark,” he said. “There have been on- work on their specifi c management love of farming. Yet, when a specifi c a great story to tell, and all stake- going discussions with the EU for aspects, production practices, and job as a farm broadcaster came up, holders, from industry through to the better part of a year now on the unique techniques, all while making he also realized that while I may not producers, need to tell that story. application of the Canadian health sure it fi ts together to feed a grow- have loved the actual work on the My suggestion to them is not only mark, as that would greatly facilitate ing population here at home and farm, I did have a love for farming, throughout Agriculture Day, but 365 our exports to the EU rather than abroad. and a love for farmers. days of the year their members need having to apply a health mark in the I’m so proud and yet so humbled The Manitoba Beef Producers en- cold storage. When the product is in by the fact I’ve had the privilege couraged their members to share Continued on page 28 28 The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 > YOUNG FARMERS AWARD, FROM PG. 27 Laurier and is the third generation to It is also important to the Desjardins took over the farm in the ‘60s and he 70 bushel soybeans, weighing off a own and operate the business. to know that there is a life work bal- came on board as an owner in 2008. variety at 66.9 bushels per acre. On He’s grown the ranch, which start- ance. Alexa and Brooklyn learned a “Cottonwood Holsteins is a mixed the dairy side, we had a cow produce ed with 35 cows in his grandfather’s saying from their dad that is repeated dairy and grain farm. We are milking 96.22 litres of milk in one day, her dai- time, to 800 cows and 40 bulls today. daily: “You take care of your cows and 135 cows in three Delaval robots, and ly average was over 90 litres per day When Clint and Shannon got mar- they will take care of you” grain farm just shy of 2500 acres,” says for a span of three weeks. ried in 2005 they owned 160 acres and Oswald. “As my parents have phased “It is these advances, and new have since bought the family ranch ALL HE EVER WANTED TO DO out of the day-to-day activities, an benchmarks that we are achieving and two other ranches, bringing the increased emphasis on investing in that keep the passion for farming in total size of the ranch to 1,800 acres of Brent Oswald is the vice-president equipment to boost effi ciencies has me burning strong.” private land and over 24,000 acres of of Cottonwood Holsteins Ltd. He become a major focus.” Oswald knew from a very young Crown lease which is used for sum- married his wife Kirsty in August Oswald says his focus is always to age that all he ever wanted to do was mer grazing. 2006 and the couple of have two chil- get better before bigger. farm, and it’s all he’s ever done. Shannon grew up in the town of dren, Taylor and Brenden. “Because of this attention to detail “I look forward to the rest of my Ste. Rose, where she worked in her “The original farm was homestead- we are routinely weighing off corn tri- farming career, enjoying it while rais- father’s small engine repair shop do- ed by my grandparents in the early als at 200+ bushels per acre,” he says. ing my children in the lifestyle that is ing the bookkeeping. 1930s,” he says, explaining his parents “This year we almost managed to hit second to none,” he says. She graduated from high school and went on to college getting a di- > SIEMENS SAYS, FROM PG. 27 ploma in accounting, making that a huge asset to the ranch as raising to pull back the curtain on their farms farm and see that the people who fuel in our cars. good cattle and growing good crops and post photos showing daily life on produce their beef are often families “CSTA congratulates Agriculture is only part of today’s ranching. the farm. just like theirs,” said MBP general More Than Ever for bringing the sec- Shannon quickly learned what it “As we heard from Dr. Cody Creel- manager Brian Lemon. tor together on this fi rst national Ag- took to be a rancher’s wife when Clint man, social media has become an The Canadian Seed Trade Associa- riculture Day. CSTA members believe went out to work in the oil patch for important and accessible tool for pro- tion, meanwhile, celebrated Agricul- that the conversations started today fi ve winters. She had to feed the cows ducers to tell their story and promote ture Day with the launch of its Better must continue all year, and that is why when Clint was off working in Alber- the industry,” said president Ben Fox. Seed, Better Life program. we have launched Better Seed, Better ta making extra money to grow the “Canadian Agriculture Day is a per- How fi tting. Yes, seed is the start of it Life,” said president Brent Derkatch. ranch and pay bills. fect time for members to get active all, but only the start. “Seed is a compact package that car- “We, along with our children Alexa and share the great story our industry Through Better Seed, Better Life, ries the innovation that the world’s and Brooklyn, know that if you want has to tell.” CSTA will engage in dialogue with farmers will need to feed, fuel and to be successful, you have to work “This is a terrifi c opportunity to Canadians on the role of seed as the clothe a population that is forecast to hard and put in long hours,” says show the general public what takes foundation for the food and drink we reach over 9 billion in 35 years.” Clint. place during an average day on the enjoy, the clothes we wear, and the

> AN ARTIST’S LIFE, FROM PG. 11 up, the number one question into learning and enjoyment. not prepare one for teaching. A music a teacher who is committed to profes- most parents and students have Moreover, the up to date teacher teacher needs to not only understand sional study, as teachers with a pas- is: “Why?” will be aware of the latest develop- and enjoy music, but they also need sion for music should consistently Why is the study of music theo- ments, including apps and games for to understand history, performance seek out further instruction and re- ry necessary? The answer to this music theory that can help students practices, teaching methods, and sources to further their skills. question, again, is not an answer to fi nd the fun in learning. many other aspects of music that pri- These aspects of teaching can mean that will be found outside the In short, music is in many ways vate lessons simply do not offer. the difference between a student who world of pedagogy and profes- the study of culture, history, feeling, Music history and theory study, ped- enjoys music and one who plays only sional development. mathematics, and language all rolled agogy training, and a commitment to because they are expected to. Music students need to under- into one. ongoing professional development stand theory because it’s is one of Studying music itself through pri- are integral to a good music teacher. Reach Candace Hamm the most powerful memory strat- vate lessons is so rewarding, yet does Parents and students should choose at [email protected] egies available. Furthermore, understanding how music works allows the stu- > TWISTERS, FROM PG. 25 dent to recognize building blocks thrilled to have surpassed it by such by Sherelle Kwan from the Cancer- Manitobans battling the disease, she within their pieces. Music feels a wide margin. Care Manitoba Foundation. said. familiar, chords are recognizable. “It was a joint effort all the way “We were very thrilled with the suc- “They’re crucial. A large part of our Music theory will teach the stu- around,” he said, sending thanks out cess of it. They’ve been so wonderful funding comes from our community dent about the dance forms of to the many regional businesses who in hosting this event over the years,” support, which we’re so grateful for,” Baroque music and the repeated provided prizes for the auction, as she said. said Kwan. motives of Beethoven. Students well as to everyone who gave so gen- Community fundraisers like this are “Donations change lives,” she add- can then understand why music erously to the cause. integral to the programs and services ed, stressing that all the funds “re- from the Orient sounds different The money was gratefully accepted CancerCare Manitoba provides to main right here in Manitoba.” than western music, and recog- nize the signs and terms needed to really make a piece come alive. A well-trained teacher can pres- The Winkler Morden Send news items to: [email protected] ent theoretical concepts in a non VVoiceoice threatening, easy to understand Advertising inquiries to: [email protected] manner that leads the student The Winkler Morden Voice Thursday, February 23, 2017 29 Classifi eds Book Your Classifi ed Ad Today - Call 325-6888 or Email [email protected]

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OBITUARY OBITUARY Joyce Bernice Geraldine Walters Arthur George Paetkau (nee Boivin) 1956 - 2017 We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Arthur 1929 - 2017 George Paetkau, age 60. Bernice Walters, 87 years, of Winkler, MB, formerly of West St. Arthur George Paetkau was born June 23, 1956 to Abram Paul, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Boundary and Katherina Paetkau in Winkler, MB. He was the youngest Trails Health Centre. of six children and grew up in the village of Reinland, MB. Art Bernice was born to Edna (nee Graham) and George Boivin in graduated from Garden Valley Collegiate in Winkler. He learned Morden, MB, on October 10, 1929. She lived most of her life around about agriculture as he farmed alongside his dad, and he Winnipeg and she retired to Winkler in 2001. Bernice is survived by continued to farm on and off throughout his life. Art learned to one son, six daughters and their families. She was predeceased by fl y when he was 21 years old, this became a lifelong passion. Allan Edward Walters her husband of 62 years in 2012. He attended crop dusting school in Georgia, USA, then started Cremation has taken place. The celebration of life was held at Arty’s Air Service in August of 1978 when he was 22 years 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at the Maranatha Christian old. Arty’s Air continues to operate 38 years later and is well known in the community. Art was Fellowship in Winkler. an aviation pioneer, starting the fi rst private air medical transport service in Manitoba. Art was At mom’s request, in lieu of donations take a friend out for lunch. always up for a challenge, and had many other businesses throughout the years, most recently EMSIPS, of which he was very proud. He was a great friend to his many business contacts. Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler Art married Rosemary Jean Power on June 4, 1983. They were blessed with three children, In care of arrangements Christy, Keith, and Jenna. He loved spending time with his family, travelling, planning last minute wiebefuneralhomes.com holidays, and making great memories. He was looking forward to spending lots of time with his grandkids, teaching them to love life and adventure like he did. Nothing was more important to Art than his family and his many friends that he considered family. He loved a big get together and was the life of the party. Faith was important to Art, he and Rosemary were members of the Winkler Bergthaler Mennonite Church. OBITUARY Art had many interests, he was happiest when he was busy. Airplanes held a special place in his heart, and he bought and sold many of them throughout his life. He loved to fl y, and shared Jacob Peters his love of fl ying by being a mentor to many young pilots. He enjoyed classic cars, mostly Dodge, 1920 - 2017 but had a soft spot for Chevy’s too. Art loved sports, he was a great hockey player, loved golf, Jacob F. Peters, a lifelong resident of Plum Coulee and Winkler, and was looking forward to going skiing soon. He was a proud Green Bay Packers fan; recently at last got to make a fi nal trip — this time to meet his Lord. Jake he started an annual tradition of going to watch them. The outdoors was time to relax for Art; he died February 15, 2017 in the early morning at Salem Home, enjoyed fi shing and boating with friends and family. Art was a great dad, husband, grandpa, and having reached the age of 96 years, and after years of living with friend. We will miss him, and are so grateful for the chance to have had him in our lives. Alzheimer’s. Throughout his latter years, he lived with dignity Art is survived by his loving wife, Rosemary, daughter, Christy (Evan), son, Keith (Jessica), and good humour, rarely commenting on his diminished mobility daughter Jenna, and grandchildren, Olivia and Max, three sisters, two brothers and their families. or memory. Dad was born to Frank X. and Helena Peters at the He was predeceased by his parents. family farm in the Hoffnungsort School District on December 30, Memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Winkler Mennonite 1920. He never lost his love of the land and farming. He attended Church with private family burial at Westridge Memorial Gardens prior to the service. Hoffnungsort School and left to work on the farm after Grade 9. Donations may be made in Art’s memory to Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada 264 With the outbreak of WWII, he expressed his faith by becoming Woodlawn Road W Guelph, ON N1H 1B6. a conscientious objector and working in lumber camps. He was baptized in the spring of 1941 and accepted into the Plum Coulee Bergthaler Mennonite Church. Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler Dad met Margaret in 1943 and, on October 27, 1946 they began their 71-year journey together. in care of arrangements In 1954, they moved from the family farm to Plum Coulee, where they stayed until 1980. There wiebefuneralhomes.com they began to raise a fi ne crop of four rambunctious boys: Gordon (Ruth), Bob (Ronda), Ken (Daisy), and Mel (Audra). Jake joined his only sibling, Frank, to establish Peters’ General Store. In his off-work time, he helped care for his aging parents, renovated the family home, sang in a men’s quartet with Frank and two cousins, acted in Low German plays, joined the Kinsmen, FRED MAYOR and served on various committees. In 1967, Dad left the store to become the Superintendent of AREA SALES REPRESENTATIVE Maintenance for the newly-created Garden Valley School Division, beginning with overseeing Biz Cards CARMAN GRANITE the construction of the Garden Valley Collegiate. He was now employed doing construction and other outdoor jobs, which brought him great satisfaction. Mom and Dad moved to Winkler in MONUMENTS, INSCRIPTIONS, 1980, became members of Grace Mennonite Church (Dad being the oldest member for the last Call 325-6888 MEMORIAL RESTORATIONS years) and became active citizens of the community. He retired from the Division in 1987, and CEMETERY SERVICE immediately threw himself into woodworking projects and traveling all over North America with EMAIL Margaret and friends. Because of his concern for less fortunate people and his ever-present Ph. 204.822.3454 Cell 204.362.2064 respect for everyone, a number of these trips included work projects with MCC, MDS and other [email protected] charities. In 2008, the folks moved into Winkler Heritage Village as Dad’s failing physical health [email protected] made caring for a house and yard too diffi cult. About this time, Dad sadly began to show signs of memory loss. Nonetheless, he greatly enjoyed his relationship with other residents there. On Good Friday 2014, Dad fell at a family gathering, fracturing his right femur. After a two-month stay at Boundary Trails Health Centre, he became an interim resident of Prairie View Lodge in Pilot Mound, 45 minutes away from his beloved sweetheart. Though the care there was exceptional, in January 2015 he came home to Winkler, and was a resident of Salem Home until his passing. Don’t Forget Your Loved Ones Jake is survived by his beloved wife and helpmeet, Margaret, four sons and daughters-in-law, 19 grandchildren and their spouses and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral was held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Grace Mennonite Church in WITH AN ANNOUNCEMENT IN THE Winkler with interment at the Winkler Cemetery. The family extends its heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Cottonwood wing and Chaplain Wilbert Friesen at Salem home, Pastor Gerald Neufeld for his unfailing pastoral care and frequent visits with Dad and all the kind people who ferried Mom to and from Salem Home. In lieu of fl owers, we encourage donations to MCC, the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan or a charity of your choice.

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