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TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JO-ANNE PROCTER The Hunter Brothers from Saskatchewan headlined Friday night at the 34th Annual Quarry Days Sunova Free Stage.
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By Jennifer McFee in foster care at any given time. The Animal lovers will be interested in foster-based rescue averages about 40 the opportunity to support the fi rst adoptions each month. annual fundraising golf tournament Teulon resident Shelly Courtney has for Spirit of Hope Rescue. fostered about a dozen animals for The event is scheduled for Saturday, the organization, and she also over- Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. at Inwood Golf and sees the applications for other poten- Country Club to raise funds for the tial foster homes. volunteer-run non-profi t dog rescue “We work with a lot of northern that works with more than 30 First communities. We rescue dogs that Nation communities across the prov- are up on the reserves and do spay ince. and neuter clinics to prevent fur- Since its inception in 2012, Spirit of ther breeding. They have ‘dog shoot’ Hope Rescue has saved more than days up there. More rescues are get- 2,500 dogs, with more than 115 dogs ting involved and trying to save all of
TRIBUNE PHOTOS SUBMITTED Shelly Courtney has fostered about a dozen dogs. Now she’s helping to organize a golf tournament for Spirit of Hope Rescue.
them from that type of situation,” said Courtney, who is involved in organiz- ing the fundraiser. “They’re not being fed and they’re diseased. We bring them down and put them through the veterinary or- deal. They get their shots and they get put into foster homes so that they’re cared for. They get some basic train- ing so that they can fi nd their forever home.” Colony Market Fresh Veggies, Jam, Foster dogs need forever homes. Pickles and much more! The funds raised from the golf tour- Open Fridays from 2pm to 6 pm nament will help to cover the cost of vet bills as well as any other items. at Rock Lake Colony Continued on page 7 2 km west of Grosse Isle off Hwy #6 What are you saving for? Inview Insurance Services Discover your path 344 Main St | Stonewall to financial security. 204-467-8927 Let’s talk. www.cooperators.ca/Inview-Insurance-Services Home Life Investments Group Business Farm Travel
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TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY JO-ANNE PROCTER The streets of Stonewall were jam packed with visitors at the 34th an- nual Quarry Days celebration. Past the Perimeter kicked off the week- end Friday opening for country music group the Hunter Brothers fol- lowed by a spectacular show of fi reworks. Pancakes were served at the Legion Sat. and Sun., before families hit the midway, and took in the fun, interactive dog show where children could race dogs, a cat named Garfi eld and Madonna, the piglet through an obstacle course. The streets were lined with excited children and their families to watch the annual parade. The freestage hosted some great talent for folks, while others spent time at the ball diamonds for the MacKenzie’s Hope Slow- pitch Memorial tournament. On Sunday over 285 vehicles took part in the Show ‘n Shine car show. 4 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018 4th Annual Kicking Cancer Run set for Sept. 8
By Jennifer McFee her Oma. Oma’s Totes of Love, which are tote It’s time to kick cancer to the curb! “Last year, we dedicated the race in bags fi lled with activity items for chil- The 4th Annual Kicking Cancer her name because she was fi ghting dren who are staying in the hospital Run is coming up on Saturday, Sept. cancer, and unfortunately she lost her for cancer treatments or who are trav- 8, when the West Interlake Trading battle earlier this year,” Hooper said. elling to and from appointments with Company in Warren will be a hub of “She was so committed and loved all CancerCare. activity. of her grandkids and great-grandkids The totes will be handmade by Hosted by Backcountry Fitness and so much. I just thought it was a great Goetz, who operates a business called Conditioning, the event features a way to honour her by doing it in her Auntie DebBee’s Blanket, with help Zumba warm-up followed by a fi ve- name to give back to pediatric cancer from Hooper’s 12-year-old daugh- kilometre race or a two-kilometre care. She would’ve loved that if I told ter. The price to sponsor a tote is $15, walk/run. The fundraiser will also her that before.” which helps with the cost to fi ll it up include yoga in the park, as well as a This year, the goal is to raise $7,500. with fun items. princess visit with the kids. In the previous three years, the event “These totes are gifts of love to make Warren Massage Therapy will be of- has raised a grand total of nearly a child smile who is going through the fering post-race massage therapy, and $10,000 for CancerCare. unthinkable,” Hooper said. One Insurance in Warren is sponsor- The fundraiser will include a 50/50 They are also looking for donations Race director Christina Hooper ing a VIP post-race table for runners draw as well as a silent auction, and of new items to fi ll the totes, such as and walkers. More corporate spon- prize donations would be gratefully crayons and other kid-friendly dis- sors are always welcome. accepted. A craft and vendor sale will tractions. ing Cancer Run, visit www.backcoun- All funds raised will go towards take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon, and There are plenty of other ways to tryfi tnessandconditioning.com. Reg- CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, tables are still available for $25. help, such as volunteering for the istration takes place at 7:30 a.m. on with a focus on pediatrics. In addition, Hooper and her mom event or providing coupons or items Sept. 8. Race director Christina Hooper is Deborah Goetz have launched a new to fi ll the race kits. For more information, contact Chris- dedicating the event in memory of initiative this year. They are creating To register for the 4th Annual Kick- tina Hooper at 204-899-8660 or back- country4fi [email protected]. RCMP had a busy weekend but no major incidents
By Jennifer McFee RCMP wrote 35 tickets in and around fac-tors. Clarkson said it sounds like shot three times with a weapon that Quarry Days weekend was bustling Stonewall for Highway Traffi c Act of- a medical emergency caused the colli- did not belong to the homeowner. The with activity, but no major incidents fences related to speeding, seatbelts sion. On Tuesday morning, she spoke dog, named Boomer, was pronounced were re-ported to RCMP. and intersection vio-lations. They also with the driver and said he is doing dead at the veterinary offi ce. However, RCMP are seeking infor- stopped three impaired drivers. well. Isaiah Flett, 19, was in court on Aug. mation about a break and enter at the • Then on Friday afternoon, a 9 and was convicted of break and en- beer gar-dens at the ball diamonds, In other RCMP news: gravel truck rolled over on Highway ter to steal a fi rearm. He received two which was reported Saturday morn- • On Friday, Aug. 17 at about 7 north of Highway 67. There were no years of custody, a 10-year fi rearms ing at 7:50 a.m. About 40 cases of beer 9:20 a.m., RCMP received a report of injuries, and alcohol and speed are prohibition and two years of proba- were stolen, valued at approximately a single-vehicle accident in Teulon at not consid-ered factors. tion. $3,800. highways 7 and 17. The vehicle was at • A man has received jail time He was also convicted of injuring or “Obviously somebody had a party, Rock-wood Lumber when it acceler- for a home break-in last September endangering an animal, and he got and we’re looking for any information ated across the parking lot, through near Teu-lon. On Sept. 26, 2017, a man one year concurrent with the other to be called in to the offi ce,” said Cpl. the ditch, over Highway 7 and through entered a rural residence through a charge. Lacey Clarkson. the ditch on the northwest side of the window and grabbed fi rearms from a Flett received federal time for both “Other than that, Quarry Days was highway into a yard. locked room, along with other items. convictions, so he will be located at actually really good.” There were no major injuries, and While he was in the home, he en- Stony Mountain Institution. Over the Quarry Days weekend, speed and alcohol are not considered countered a French mastiff, which he
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Senior Curling COME JOIN US TO CELEBRATE THE Welcome Back Barbecue 100 Years of the MINAKER Farm and - and - Annual General Meeting Argyle Curling Club 95th Birthdayy of Margaret Minaker Sept 6, 2018 Now organizing for next November Sunday, 510 3rd Street West Are you interested in playing and: Age 50 or older, available Wednesday morning. Looking for an activity? September 2, 2018 All parents and children are Experienced and newcomers welcome, welcomed to attend AGM meeting 12:30 - 4:30 pm Annual cost $80, lunch at the club. to follow after the Barbecue at the Farm, For more information please call Don’t wait, register now by phone or for more information: Road 64 Rosser Brenda at 467-5522 Colin 204-461-1630 or Tom 204-467-8417 Century Farm Presentation Pr at 2:30 pm The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018 5 PNHC contributes to Spousal Resiliency Training Retreat
Submitted they are always looking for additional Project New Hope Canada, a not- help. If you are interested in help- for-profi t volunteer organization sup- ing out occasionally at fundraisers or porting veterans with PTSD and their more often as a member of the board, families, has made a $6,000 contribu- all help is welcome. To volunteer, con- tion towards this year’s Spousal Re- tact Carolyn Adamko at 204-461-1616 siliency Training Retreat to be held in or 204-383-5223. Russell from Sept. 28 to 30. In order to fund retreats, PNHC is This is the fi fth year that PNHC has involved with several fundraisers. contributed to the retreats, with the In mid-July, they directly supported amounts annually increasing as fun- the 3rd Annual Teulon Ride-In Rally draising abilities have improved. Last by putting on the pancake breakfast, year’s retreat enabled 35 spouses to helping sell souvenir merchandise learn new coping strategies as well as and running the 50-50 draw. The rally emotionally recharging themselves to was a fundraising success, and PNHC be better prepared to handle the chal- anticipates receiving a sizeable con- lenges of living with a PTSD casualty. tribution from the rally committee An equal number is anticipated to at- once all bills are paid. TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED tend at this year’s retreat. If you are a Coming up next is a fun golf tourna- Retreat organizers Angie Duda, left, Christine Howell, middle, receive spouse of a PTSD casualty and are in- ment to be held at the Winnipeg Mili- a $6,000 from family support co-ordinators and family liaison offi cer terested in attending a retreat, contact tary Base Golf Course on Friday, Sept. Carolyn Senchuk-Lavergne. Angie Duda 204-831-3444 or Christine 7. This will be a four ball-best ball Howell 204-765-3000, ext 4031. competition with prizes for ladies and on Sunday, Oct. 21. Country Pride is Carolyn Adamko. Organizationally, PNHC has re- men in various golf skills and events. the band for the dance. Turkey, meat- “PNHC would like to thank all the cently had a change in executive with It also includes a pork tenderloin buf- balls and coleslaw, along with trim- people who have supported us this several long-term members stepping fet lunch, all for $40 per person. Book mings plus dessert, will be served for past year, as well as those who plan to down. The current active directors are early by calling Carolyn Adamko and supper. People are welcome to attend support us in this year’s events,” said Carolyn Adamko as president, Nor- be one of the 100 maximum to play. the dance or the supper or both. The Don Adamko in a news release. “Your een Stone as treasurer, Don Adamko The fi nal major fundraiser for the cost is $15 for the dance and $15 for participation in our fundraiser events as secretary and Tyra Master-Hein- year will be an Old Time Dance fol- supper. Reservations for the supper helps veterans and their families live richs and Victoria Stone as directors lowed by a fall supper to be held at the are required. Bookings for dance and/ a better life.” at large. As a volunteer organization, Meadow Lea Hall (near Marquette) or supper can also be made by calling
fence is liable on summary conviction they can be charged under the Petty to a fi ne of not more than $10,000 or to Trespasses Act. If they damage some- Election signs stolen in Stonewall imprisonment for a term of not more one’s property, including their yard, By Jennifer McFee yards of people who had given per- than one year, or both. it could be a Criminal Code charge of Although it’s an offence to steal or mission for them to be there, with If people are trespassing on an- mischief. vandalize election signs, that hasn’t others on the boulevard near the Esso other’s property to get these signs, stopped sign thieves who struck in station and on the walking path on Stonewall last week. 3rd Avenue South. The majority of SHOWTIMES: Sandra Smith, a Stonewall council- them have been replaced. Please check individual listings lor who is running for mayor, had “We’ve been telling the people who Due to various picture lengths showtimes vary multiple signs stolen shortly after have them on their lawns to maybe 319 First Street E., Stonewall, Man. they were put up last weekend. pull them up at night and put them “They went up Saturday and Sun- back in the morning,” she said. “It’s a 467-8401 day last weekend, and on Monday lot to ask, but eventually I either hope PROGRAMPROGRAMS SUBJECT SUBJECT TO TO morning there were at least eight it stops or hopefully the word is out CHANGECHANCE WITHOUT WITHOUT NOTICE NOTICE gone,” Smith said. enough that I’m running for mayor.” Cash only “It’s a little disheartening for me, es- Section 183(3) of the Elections Act LAST DAYS: pecially considering the people were states, “A person who, without au- WED & THURS Adult Accompaniment AUGUST 22 & 23 THE EQUALIZER 2 Under 14; Violence out there pounding the pavement and thority, takes down, covers up, muti- AT 8:00 PM 14A putting them up on probably the hot- lates, defaces or alters a notice or oth- test weekend we’ve had all summer. I er document required or authorized FRI-THURS AUG 24-25-26-27-28-29-30 FRI-SAT-SUN-MON AUG 31, SEPT 1-2-3 (CLOSED TUES) AND WED-THURS SEPT 5-6 feel really bad for them because they by this Act to be posted is guilty of an (OPEN TUESDAY) put in so much hard work for me.” offence.” FRI & SAT AT AT 7:30 & 8:00 pm Most of the stolen signs were in the A person who is guilty of this of- 9:30 pm EACH NIGHT SUN TO THURS AT 7:30 pm Come in & FRIDAY Teen Titans Jason Statham Go To Bingbing Fan check out our NIGHT The Movies Adult Accompaniment BAR MENU RIBS Animated Under 14; Frightening Scenes G 14A ROCKWOOD Motor Inn 390 Main St. Stonewall 467-2354 6 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018
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TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JO-ANNE PROCTER Lloyd Jensen took advantage of the break in the heatwave on Aug. 14 to cut his wheat just east of Stonewall. According to Agriculture Manitoba, with the hot temperatures and rainfall, crops have advanced quickly with earlier than normal harvest dates expected. Winter cereals are at hard dough stage and starting to PRODUCTION PRINT ripen. Spring cereals range from milk stage to ripening. Moisture stress seen in fi elds across Manitoba Nicole Kapusta Dan Anderson where rainfall has been inadequate; areas with lighter textured soils have prematurely ripening crops. Hay yields are below normal and producers are indicating rainfall needed for regrowth to allow for second cut and continued pasture grazing. Manitoba farmers and motorists reminded to keep safety a priority during harvest Submitted the likelihood of injury. weight restrictions on farm vehicles ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATION With harvest underway across much To help improve safety on and and when permits may be required; Corrie Sargent Allana Sawatzky of the province, Manitoba Agricul- around the farm, Manitobans can: • recognize the risks associated ture is reminding farmers, farm fami- • take extra precautions when driv- with fatigue when driving or handling lies, employees and motorists to keep ing past or near slow-moving farm other tasks; safety as a top priority during this equipment; • regularly inspect and maintain extremely busy period, recognizing • be respectful of other drivers, as farm equipment; there are many tasks to be completed long lineups of slow-moving vehicles • create a safe, separate and su- when the weather co-operates. can cause frustration; pervised play area for children on the ADMINISTRATION PRODUCTION Planning and taking appropriate • ensure all lights are working farm; and Tracy Farmer Debbie Strauss precautions can help limit the health and properly adjusted before moving • identify which farm tasks may be and safety risks connected to the har- farm equipment on public roads; vest season, with the goal of reducing • be aware of height, length and Continued on page 7
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By Caitlyn Gowriluk Support Services provides mental communities in mind is an important connect them and help them build Thanks to a recent donation, people health supports to people in rural and step in making sure everyone has ac- rapport with their callers. Farmers in rural and northern communities northern communities through its cess to adequate mental health sup- don’t tend to reach out for help easily, can now access online mental health toll-free number and, more recently, ports, said Smith. despite the high stress levels that they supports with a single click. through an online chat support fea- “Folks that live in farming com- experience. That is changing, [and] Manitoba Farm, Rural & Northern ture on its website. munities, rural communities and the we’re glad to see it changing, but it’s Support Services was selected as a What sets it apart from other men- north have really unique needs. For taking some time.” charity of choice at this year’s Crop- tal health resources, though, is that farmers, of course, there’s the fact Manitoba Farm, Rural & Northern Connect Conference and received all its counsellors have farming back- that, in many ways, farming culture is Support Services’ supports are all money that went toward making grounds and specialize in supporting a culture. Farmers tend to have some free and confi dential, covering issues much-needed updates to its website, the farming community. unique stressors, often associated including addictions, abuse, trau- said manager of counselling services But this doesn’t mean, as many peo- with their livelihood. Right now, we’re ma, domestic violence and fi nancial Janet Smith. ple think, that their services are only seeing extraordinarily dry conditions, stress, said Smith. “What we wanted to do with this one for farmers, said Smith. so we’re hearing from farmers that Their toll-free number is 1-866-367- was just make it cleaner, brighter, eas- “We’re also well-versed in the needs are really worried about their yields 3276, which can be accessed Monday ier to navigate,” said Smith. and issues that pertain to rural Mani- and whether they’ll have enough hay to Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Their “[We wanted people] to see them- tobans, and those in the north,” said to feed their cattle,” said Smith. live chat supports are available on selves in it, to learn about what we do, Smith. “Farming is considered one of the their website at supportline.ca. and to be empowered to reach out for “The issue that you’re calling about world’s most dangerous and stress- help if they or someone they know is doesn’t have to do with farming.” ful occupations, and so I think the fact struggling.” Having services that are specifi cally that our counsellors all have farming Manitoba Farm, Rural & Northern designed with people living in rural backgrounds is something that can Manitobans can do their part in stopping auto insurance fraud
Submitted by Manitoba Public Insurance tion to the court-ordered restitution, insurance fraud costs every single Committing auto insurance fraud Auto insurance fraud has a fi nancial the man, who stated he was unable ratepayer, which makes every honest can have serious consequences. In cost for all Manitoba Public Insurance to work due to injuries after an auto MPI customer a victim. This is why Manitoba, claims confi rmed as fraud- ratepayers, which is why the prov- crash, was fi ned $1,000 plus court costs we’re reaching out to all Manitobans ulent will result in termination of ince’s public auto insurer is putting of $450. He was also given a three- to help stop auto insurance fraud by benefi ts, outright denial of insurance out the call to Manitobans to report year supervised probation order, dur- reporting information confi dentially coverage or possible criminal charges suspected fraudsters. ing which time he must complete 50 and anonymously to the Manitoba being laid. Disturbingly, the corporation’s Spe- hours of community service work. Public Insurance TIPS line.” “Fraud schemes can be very com- cial Investigation Unit is seeing an Investigations revealed the man was What is auto insurance fraud? plex but also very simple,” added increase in fraudulent activity. As a working full days doing construction, While some frauds may be elaborate Wennberg. “In the end, they all create result, MPI watchdogs are initiating including working on his cottage and and highly planned, such as staged unnecessary costs to our ratepayers, more investigations and using new boathouse while collecting income re- collisions involving multiple vehicles which is why we are committed to in- investigative tools that are anticipated placement benefi ts from MPI. or intentional vehicle arson, auto in- vestigating all suspected fraudulent to save Autopac ratepayers upwards “Fraud is a concern for all insurance surance frauds can also be less overt. activity involving claimants or service of $8 million this year, compared to companies and Manitoba Public In- Examples may include exaggerating providers.” $6.5 million in 2017. surance is no exception,” said Curtis personal injury, claiming income re- Are you aware of a suspected auto One such investigation recently re- Wennberg, vice-president of custom- placement indemnity when able to insurance fraud? sulted in a Hadashville man being er service and chief operating offi cer work, claiming unrelated or pre-ex- Call the Manitoba Public Insurance ordered to repay $35,056 in insurance of Manitoba Public Insurance. isting vehicle damage, or providing a TIPS line 204-985-8477 or toll-free benefi ts paid after pleading guilty to “While some may see fraud as a ‘vic- false or misleading account of how a 1-877-985-8477. making a false statement. In addi- timless crime,’ the reality is that auto crash happened. > SPIRIT OF HOPE, FROM PG. 2 > HARVEST, FROM PG. 6 “The vet bills are always accruing to look and support,” Courtney said. after animals all year long and bring them “It’s our very fi rst one, so it’s hard to an- appropriate for young people, MBFarmSafe. in. So any kind of fundraising is nice to ticipate how many people will be coming. based on their age, skill levels If harvest becomes stressful bring down those vet bills so that we can But with word of mouth, I’m guessing that and the youth work guidelines for producers and their fami- save more dogs,” Courtney said. it’s going to be a good turnout.” available at www.cultivatesafe- lies, free confi dential support “There are a lot of supplies that are do- For anyone who doesn’t golf, they’re wel- ty.org. is available through Manitoba nated. A lot of the time we have sponsors come to help out by sending in a donation, The Manitoba Farm Safety Farm, Rural and Northern Sup- that will fl y in animals in emergency situ- by providing a prize for the silent auction Program provides training, re- port Services at 1-866-367-3276 ations. Sometimes in emergency situa- or by simply spreading the word about the sources and support to produc- (toll-free) or online at www. tions, there’s just not enough supplies and event. ers to ensure they understand supportline.ca. we need to buy things like leashes, collars The cost to participate in the foursome workplace safety requirements For more information about and other items.” Texas Scramble is $60 per player, which and provide a healthy, safe oversize vehicles and necessary Fundraisers for the organization take includes a cart and supper. workplace. For more informa- permits, visit www.gov.mb.ca/ place often throughout the city, but they’re For more information or to register, tion, visit www.manitobafarm- mit/mcd/mcpd/mfes.html, or more rare in rural communities. contact Shelly Courtney at 204-861-2423 safety.ca or follow the Twitter call 204-945-3961 or 1-877-812- “It’s nice to have one outside of the city or [email protected]. The registration channel at www.twitter.com/ 0009 (toll-free). for all of us dog lovers out here to enjoy deadline is Aug. 30. 8 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018
gettfiRED RIVERshing > CHALET BEACH > LAKE WINNIPEG > ARNIE WEIDL Sharing more than fi sh stories Hello my good friends. whole family,” exclaimed her tall, thin, grass by them. It was pleasant sitting in folding dark-haired father, Darrell Bear. One of the women was already at chairs on the bridge over the Broken- Darrell told how his daughter, Neta- the bank’s edge about to cast out. I head River in last Thursday’s early ysiah, almost lost the fi sh when, just as left Old Red and walked down to her morning sun with a cool breeze at our she landed it, it slipped the hook and past the other gal, who I later learned TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED backs. Lawrence Proulx and I played was wiggling back toward the water was her daughter, Alysh. I held out Netaysiah Bear with her trophies our baited lines over the bridge’s edge in the sloping mud. Darrell stopped it my card saying, “Hi, I was wondering for best bass and walleye catches with other anglers participating in the with his foot until Netaysiah got it by if you might have a fi shing experience awarded by Shawn Kent at the Brokenhead Ojibway Nation Fish- the gills. Good for you, Netaysiah. you would share with our fellow an- Brokenhead Ojibway Fishing ing Derby. Junior Manitoba Ice Fish- On the waterfront pier in Selkirk last glers?” Derby. ing Association members Teagan and Friday, I noticed a big man with short, “Give me a minute,” she said quickly Keenen Park sat close by their baited curly, graying hair. We introduced with an accommodating smile as she northern Ontario. Young and fearless, hooks dropped against the reeds hop- ourselves, and Mr. Sawatski, given to put her fi ngers to her lips looking sky- they hauled quads east of Nopiming ing for a perch catch. The ladies, who speaking in short phrases, remem- ward in thought. Park until mud washes stopped them. were helping run the derby in con- bered a time when he and his father “Yes, I have one,” she burst out. Then they used the machines to get junction with last week’s Treaty Days, went fi shing on Royal Lake in Ontario. “Could I have your name?” I has- to an untouched lake devoid of man were busy under cabanas selling tick- After hours of not catching anything, tened to keep up with this rather small except for an old abandoned conser- ets and tormenting the anglers on the they prepared to load their boat in yet extremely fi t tornado of energy. vation boat with a small hole in it. To bridge with the wonderful smell of very choppy waves. As the boat tilted In a strong voice, she began, her them, it was a found treasure. barbecued hotdogs. Johnny Bear, the backwards on the trailer, still in deep thoughts organized before she spoke. They stowed their gear in it, mak- local MIFA board member, stopped water, a pickerel fl ipped out of a crest- She emphasized the points of her ing sure they had a bailing can, and by to say hi. ing wave right into the boat! story with emphatic nods, pacing as set out for the best and fastest limit- As the morning turned to early af- Driving over the Netley Creek she spoke, her back arched in tension. fi lling fi shing experience of their lives ternoon, a little girl wearing a cap bridge through Petersfi eld, one can- Though her cheeks and chin were Ruby almost immediately caught a with “Princess” on it came skipping not help glancing at the winding creek round and full, her eyes were soft and 33.5-inch jack — and she knows that by to the weigh-in event co-ordinator on either side with its slow-moving searching, under blond sun-bleached for sure because on the inside of the Tanis Bolten with what turned out to green waters and marsh fi elds. On a eyebrows. Her hair, lightened from conservation boat’s side, a measuring be the winning bass. Excited with her particular day last week, I happened many days under the sun, was pulled rule was mounted for that purpose. success, she charged back to her fi sh- to see two women beside their cars back tight under a well-used bright- Then her speech slowed and became ing spot along the river’s bank only that were nosed up to the edge of the coloured cap. lower. Standing with hands on hips, to return a bit later with an almost creek’s water, pulling out their fi shing “I’m Ruby Schilke from St. An- the picture of independence, she ut- three-foot-long and fi rst-place win- gear. Never willing to lose the oppor- drews,” she began, launching into her tered, “I released that jack very quick- ning walleye. tunity to fi nd us a fresh fi shing story, I story of years ago when she and a ly — and, come to think of it, Ed, later “She’s the luckiest fi sher in the left the road and turned onto the short boyfriend, Ed, went on a fi shing trip in also.” Have a great week. Bye for now. Progressive Conservative government invests in green team projects Submitted by the Manitoba Govern- including right here in Lakeside,” said • Rock Lake United Church Camp/ Commission/ Children/Youth Recre- ment MLA Eichler. “In addition to conserv- Children/Youth Recreation ation Ralph Eichler, MLA for Lakeside, to- ing and enhancing Manitoba’s natu- • Balmoral Recreational Enterpris- • Teulon-Rockwood Recreation day highlighted government funding ral beauty, these programs also pro- es/Grounds Maintenance Commission/ Children/Youth Recre- for important local projects through vide summer employment to over • Interlake School Division/Grounds ation Manitoba’s Green Team program. 1200 young Manitobans.” Maintenance • Town of Stonewall/Grounds Main- “Our Progressive Conservative gov- The Manitoba Government has pro- • RM of Armstrong/Grounds Main- tenance ernment is proud to support Green vided over $5.4 million to support tenance • Town of Teulon/Public Works Team projects in communities and more than 700 community organiza- • RM of Rosser/Grounds Mainte- For more information on Green provincial parks across the province, tions, municipalities, and provincial nance Team programs visit: parks that are delivering Green Team • RM of Woodlands/Grounds Main- www.gov.mb.ca/mr/bldgcomm/rec- projects this summer. In the Lakeside tenance reg/greenteam.html. constituency, this includes: • Rosser Woodlands Recreation FOUND ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Take care of details so they STONEWALL BRANCH - 467-2261 An iPod and a set of keys Lic #418 don’t have to. Just ask Ken. were turned in at Quarry JOIN US FOR CHASE THE QUEEN WEDNESDAY NIGHTS Days this past weekend. POT IS $4722.00 AS OF AUGUST 15/18 Contact Stephanie at Friday night BBQ runs every 204-467-5836 or FRIDAY from 5:30 pm – 7 pm [email protected] MEAT DRAW - CLUBROOM at 3:00 p.m. IF THEY MIGHT BE YOURS Every last Saturday of the month. See you August 25! ALL ARE WELCOME 55 Main St, Teulon Call 204-886-0404 or visit www.klfuneralservices.ca The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018 9 Taking steps towards a new Bookmobile By Jennifer McFee They will start in a French town called Saint-Jean- A local woman is hoping to raise money for a new Pied-de-Port and then climb the Pyrenees for the Bookmobile, one step at a time. fi rst two days. Different accommodation options Library board chair Wendy Rutherford is depart- exist along the Camino, including pilgrims’ hostels ing for an adventurous journey in Spain, where she called albergues. will walk about 800 kilometres on the Camino de “I realized that I am looking forward to travel that Santiago route. To make the venture more mean- requires me to slow my pace. I have done a lot of ingful, Rutherford decided to turn the experience travelling, but none where my distance is ‘limited’ into a fundraiser to kick off the capital campaign to to 20 kilometres a day,” Rutherford said. replace the aging Bookmobile. “It will give me time to stop and smell the fl owers, In total, the new Bookmobile will cost around quite literally, and put one foot in front of the other $400,000, and about $187,000 has already been saved to get me to my next stop.” since the current one fi rst hit the road at the end of Once school starts, Rutherford hopes to engage lo- 2000. cal students who benefi t from the Bookmobile. The “The Bookmobile is actually quite old and they’re students could support the cause by creating their having to do quite a few repairs on it now. We can own fundraisers. For example, maybe a classroom only keep going for so long,” said Rutherford, who could collect pledges for a daily walk and log the lives in Grosse Isle. mileage of each student, with a goal of reaching a “It’s expensive. It has to be outfi tted inside and we cumulative 800 kilometres. want to make sure it has wheelchair access, which “We just had the library’s 50th anniversary last our old one doesn’t. I think they are also hoping to year, and the Bookmobile was a memory so many get a couple of computer stations.” people shared. It’s touched generations of lives,” Along with three friends, Rutherford plans to Rutherford said. spend about 30 to 40 days to completing the Cami- “And because it is the last one in Manitoba still in no pilgrimage, averaging around 20 kilometres per operation, it’s a service that is worth keeping and day. To prepare, she has been walking this distance encouraging. I’m excited about doing this little bit each morning before the day gets too hot. of fundraising for it and hopefully people will get “I’m really enjoying walking. I’ve been a runner, inspired by it as well.” but the walking is new for me — but it will be a little Anyone who would like to follow along Ruther- TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED different with a pack on my back. You could have a ford’s adventure can read her blog at https://our- Wendy Rutherford is walking 800 kilometres luggage service, but we thought we’d start out by wendyswalk.wordpress.com. A link to the blog will to raise funds for a new Bookmobile. carrying our packs,” she said. also be posted on the South Interlake Public Library “If you have a luggage service, you have to know website at www.sirlibrary.com. donation form on the library website. where you’re going to be and how far you’re going Both the blog and the library website will have In September, a New Bookmobile Committee will to walk every day. But if you have everything on a link for online donations. Donations can also be be created to help with the fundraising and design your back, you can go short or go long.” made in person at the library or mailed in using a of the new Bookmobile. with us worship > FAITH
strangers during their time on earth. during the rest of the year. How many times does Hospitality comes from the word hospes, which a stranger come our way and we withhold hos- Hospitality refers to a host-guest relationship. In the act of pitality? We don’t go out of our way to welcome hospitality, we end up both giving and receiving them. Quarry Days is about to happen as I write this as part of that relationship. What we give and re- Jesus often displayed hospitality to strangers by article. This is an opportunity for us to extend ceive can be very simple yet have a profound im- entering into relationship with those who others hospitality to those who come from other places pact on both parties. shy away from because of social or cultural taboos. and to receive hospitality from other community A friend who has ridden in the MS Bike Ride Jesus teaches us as he did the early church that it residents. for many years often speaks of the energy he is important to offer hospitality to strangers. How Hospitality by defi nition is “a generous and cor- gets from those who come to cheer on the riders. can we practise hospitality today? According to dial welcome of strangers and guests; it is the of- Bucking a headwind, peddling uphill at the end the defi nition, by making a generous and cordial fering of a pleasant and sustaining environment.” of a long day, sometimes that bit of encourage- welcome of strangers and guests, and offering of Hospitality was considered to be one of the most ment is all that stands between fi nishing the race a pleasant and sustaining environment. Whether important parts of a person’s faith among fi rst and admitting defeat. A very simple act can have individually or part of a group, we can expect to century Jews and Christians. They had a great in- a profound effect. both give and receive, and perhaps receive more centive to treat all strangers well, for they believed It might be easy to offer hospitality to a friend or than we expect through offering hospitality. that at the end of time God would show them the someone part of an organization we like or peo- Submitted by the Rev. James Bardsley same kind of hospitality, the same kind of gen- ple who arrive on Quarry Days. It might be more Anglican Church of the Ascension, erous and cordial welcome as they had shown to diffi cult to offer this to the stranger who we meet Member of Stonewall Ministerial Association 10 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018 Coffeehouse to End Cancer
By Kal Franchuk anonymous donor. A Stonewall Collegiate graduate is Procter started the event when she determined in her efforts to end can- was just 17 years old after two close cer. family friends were diagnosed with Paige Procter, who grew up in the cancer around the same time. Procter, Grosse Isle/Stonewall area, is hosting who was involved with music, said the eighth annual Coffeehouse to End she had a “stroke of genius” while rak- Cancer at the end of the month and ing leaves and came up with this idea is thankful for all the community sup- for a fundraiser. She had hoped her port. The evening boasts young, local fi rst concert would raise $1,000 but talent all under the age of 30. Not only was surprised when the total ended is the event a way to showcase some up being $6,000. upcoming Interlake artists, they also Last year the event raised a personal participate in the fundraising. This record of $19,599 and Procter hopes year, the performer who raises the this year will be even more success- most in pledges wins a recording ses- ful. Since beginning eight years ago, sion. Procter has raised $86,522 for Can- The set list will include some fa- cerCare Manitoba and has set the miliar faces, including Tyler Findlay, goal for this year to bring that num- Michelle Westman, Madison Tavares ber up to over $100,000. Procter raises and Caitlin Muir, Thomas Georgison, that money from tickets sales at the TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JO-ANNE PROCTER Gator Beaulieu Dante’s Lion, Teagan event, the variety auction, fundrais- Paige Procter is hoping to raise at least $12,600 at the Coffeehouse to Shepherd, Interlake young adult choir ing by the performers, personal do- End Cancer fundraiser on Aug. 30. Procter collected $900 in donations Tabula Rasa, Taylor Manning, Miran- nations and support from the Stone- at the Quarry Days Friday night concert. da Holod as well as up-and-coming wall Quarry Days Committee, which artist Bailee Woods of the indie band donates the proceeds from the 50/50 She says the overwhelming commu- early. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the Housepanther. auction at Quarry Days beer gardens nity support, as well as her job as a show beginning at 7 p.m. All ages wel- Alongside a great show, attendees in exchange for Procter providing vol- nurse, is what motivates her to con- come and families are encouraged to will also enjoy homemade baking unteers. tinue. For the community, it’s grown attend. The event is cash only. donated by friends and community Alongside motivation to fundraise, as a fi xture over the years. If you are unable to attend the con- members and non-alcoholic beverag- Procter also attributes her devotion “Once you come once, you’ll come cert, donations are also welcome. On- es by McLeod House Tea Room & Gift to cancer treatment in her decision to back again next year,” Procter says. line donations can be made by search- Shop in Stonewall. Variety auction become a nurse. Working in health- The event will take place on Thurs- ing “Coffeehouse to End Cancer” on tickets are also available for purchase, care, especially in pediatrics, has day, Aug. 30 at Anderson’s Hitch ‘n the CancerCare Manitoba website’s with all prizes donated by commu- helped Procter to see how the money Post Ranch in Grosse Isle. Directions community events section. You can nity members, as well as a pay-by- affects people on the front lines. to the venue can be found at www. also contact Paige Proctor at 204-461- donation photo booth. Even the rental At only 24 years old, Procter shows thehitchnpost.com. Tickets are only 4504 or [email protected]. of the venue has been covered by an no signs of stopping anytime soon. available at the door for $10, so come St. Laurent residents learn life saving CPR and fi rst aid
By Jeff Ward getting instructors to come to St. Lau- said Fleming. how to deal with bone and joint inju- Armed with the knowledge of how to rent for more than 10 years. Fleming “We’re so close to the water and ries, burns and even poisonings. perform CPR and other fi rst aid, resi- said that long before St. Laurent had even some [fi shers] don’t have these Fleming said that one of the stu- dents of St. Laurent will now be better its emergency fi rst responders, there lifesaving tools. It’s been running for a dents this year was a man with grand- prepared to assist in emergency situa- were concerns about emergency re- long time now and we’ve trained a lot kids who lives a long way from town. tions after a taking a course last week. sponse time. of people in CPR, fi rst aid and boating Fleming said that he wanted to take The Lifesaving Society of Manitoba This course was originally offered safety.” part so that he could learn what to do offered a free course last week at the to give locals the confi dence to as- Those who took part got to learn if there’s an emergency. Interlake Metis Association offi ce in sist in situations of drowning or other techniques in victim assessment, res- “Training like this affects everyone St. Laurent. The association let the emergencies before the paramedics cue breathing, CPR, how to use an because it makes it so that more of program use their facility at no cost. arrived. AED, choking and respiratory and cir- us are prepared for when something The course was organized by Penny “Over the years, we’ve had some culatory emergencies like heart attack bad happens. We had 16 people take Fleming, who said that they’ve been drownings at the lake and it’s so sad,” and stroke. They also get training on CPR and eight people in the boating course this year,” she said. Fleming said that it’s really good to see so many people taking part each year, even with the improved re- sponse of emergency vehicles. 2400 McPHILLIPS ST. “The more people who know the ba- Call sics, the better off we’ll be. It could be JERRY VANDE a real lifesaver for injured people.” Sales Manager Fleming said that the course will be Ph: 204-633-8833 [email protected] back next summer. SHOP ONLINE AT 204-467-2525 WWW.JIMGAUTHIERGMC.COM The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, August 23, 2018 11 Gimli SuperWalk sheds light on Parkinson’s conversations
By Caitlyn Gowriluk For Shirley Michaluk, it took at least fi ve years of nearly constant aches and muscle spasms to get a proper diagnosis. Doctors initially thought she had fi bromyalgia, a neurological condition that cause widespread pain and fatigue. But, even years later, the medication they had prescribed for her wasn’t working. “I was in a lot of pain,” said Micha- luk. “And I was shaking.” Finally, a physiotherapist she saw in 2011 noticed signs in Michaluk that pointed to another cause. After a visit to her doctor’s offi ce and an appoint- ment with a neurologist, Michaluk was given a new diagnosis: Parkin- Shirley Michaluk sits at home as son’s disease. she knits a small dishcloth in her Even as a retired nurse, the diagno- sis came with a steep learning curve. living room on Aug. 14. Michaluk, “I’d never heard about Parkinson’s,” 67, was diagnosed with Parkin- said Michaluk. “I’d never had a patient son’s disease and had a stroke in who had Parkinson’s.” 2011, which she said forced her to TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY CAITLYN GOWRILUK But Michaluk is far from alone in her stop doing some of the things she Shirley Michaluk and her husband, Michael Michaluk, walk outside on experience: more than 25 people are loves like volunteering. their back porch. Shirley uses a walker specifi cally made for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease living with Parkinson’s disease – it shoots a red laser onto the fl oor for every day in Canada, said a report Parkinson SuperWalk in Gimli next the user to follow with their steps, which can help prevent gait freezing from advocacy organization Parkin- month such a good opportunity, she episodes, one of the disease’s most debilitating motor symptoms. son Canada. Data from Statistics Can- said. It gives people a chance to have ada show there were over 55,000 peo- the kind of conversations about Par- ple living with Parkinson’s disease in kinson’s disease that she sees as cru- 2010, a number the Parkinson Canada cial to making things easier for people report said is expected to more than living with the condition. double by 2031. While Michaluk said there are of- Despite the growing number of peo- ten disheartening moments of living REMEMBER A LIFE TOUCHED BY CANCER ple living with Parkinson’s disease in with Parkinson’s disease — like see- Canada, many still don’t know much ing people older than she is who can about the condition, said Michaluk. do things she hasn’t been able to con- STONEWALL’SRELAYFORLIFE “So we’re continually trying to edu- tinue doing, like driving, volunteering FRIDAY, SEPT. 2 6 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT cate people,” she said. “We’re continu- and knitting — she perseveres. £ | ally trying to help people who have “When I wake up in the morning, Parkinson’s by teaching others about fi rst thing, I have to sit on the side of LUMINARIA BAGS honour every life touched by cancer it and how to deal with us or care for the bed for a while before I can get us or look after us.” up,” said Michaluk. “Then I have to DEDICATE A LUMINARY to a loved one lost, someone One of the best ways to do this is push myself to get up.” currently battling cancer or anyone who’s overcome it by having open conversations about It’s a slow process, and it happens what it can be like — because it’s dif- every morning, but Michaluk said ferent for everyone — to live with Par- there’s something she tells herself kinson’s disease, said Michaluk. that helps. “I think a big part is admitting [it], “It’s almost like the little train that and not to be ashamed of having it,” knew they could,” she said. “I wish I said Michaluk. “There’s other people can. I wish I can. I wish I can.” that are having the same problems, or And then, every morning, she does. slightly different, but that understand The Parkinson SuperWalk in Gimli and can help you to get through life.” is happening on Sept. 9. 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It was just a drill. with the goings-on of an emergency A group of about 20 students from room, the drill was a good opportnity the University of Manitoba’s Max for them to see what a patient might Rady College of Medicine — all spe- A mannequin child is carried out on a stretcher after extricating it from cializing in emergency medicine — Continued on page 13 a staged collision as a student holds its head steady. gathered at the fi re hall last Tuesday Teulon Rodeo
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An old car parked in front of the house, which is also 100 years old.
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TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JENNIFER MCFEE Gerry and George Minaker are looking forward to celebrating the 95th birth- day of their mother, Margaret Minaker. Historical photo of a barn at Minaker Farm. POWERFUL,
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