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Submitted by Nature Conservancy of ture fl uctuations during the winter.” Canada Another benefi t of not raking your The changing colour of leaves is one leaves is soil improvement. Kraus of the most beautiful aspects of the points out that as leaves break down, fall season, but it comes with an oner- they also provide a natural mulch, ous task: raking them up once they’ve which helps enrich the soil. Thick Reminder masks are mandatory fallen. The Nature Conservancy of piles of leaves can impact the growth Canada (NCC), however, has some of grass and other plants come spring, in the Carman Dufferin Arena. green advice for people wishing to but leaving a light covering can im- avoid back-breaking yard work: leave prove the health of our gardens and the rake in the shed and the leaves on lawns. the ground. And if someone accuses As the leaves break down, some of Information on arena Covid-19 you of being lazy, you can say you are their carbon also gets stored in the helping the environment and being a soil. “While it’s great for cities to pro- regulations and facility conservationist! vide collection programs to compost The not-for-profi t land conserva- leaves, the most energy-effi cient so- schedules are available at tion organization says leaving fallen lution is to allow nature to do its thing leaves in your yard is a small act of and for the leaves to naturally break www.carmandufferinrecreation.com nature conservation that can sup- down in your yard,” says Kraus. port backyard biodiversity in many And it’s not just leaves that are im- ways. While some butterfl ies travel to portant for backyard wildlife during warmer destinations, many native in- the winter. “Plant stalks and dead sects, including pollinators, and other branches also provide habitat for backyard wildlife hibernate over the many species of insects,” says Kraus. winter and can use a little neighbour- “By cleaning up our yards and gar- ly help. dens entirely, we may be removing Dan Kraus, NCC’s senior conserva- important wintering habitats for na- tion biologist, says leaves can provide tive wildlife in our communities. important habitat for many species. “Migratory and resident birds can “Backyard animals, such as toads, also benefi t from your garden during frogs and many pollinators, once the winter. Fruits and seeds left on lived in forests and have adapted to fl owers and shrubs are a crucial food hibernate under leaves,” says Kraus. source that sustains many songbirds “The leaves provide an insulating during the winter, including gold- carmanmanitoba.ca blanket that can help protect these animals from the cold and tempera- Continued on page 3 The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 3 Sperling Industries helps the Back Door reach almost 50 per cent of fundraising goal By Becca Myskiw The centre sent our information on their expan- The Back Door Youth Centre recently received sion project to businesses in and around Carman. $2,500 from Sperling Industries to go towards their Friesen said they made it clear they weren’t ask- expansion fund. ing for money at the time — it was simply a way to The Back Door Youth Centre has been raising make them aware of the youth centre’s “hopes and money since 2016 for a 4,000 square foot addition to dreams.” their current centre. Director Tyler Friesen said the As a result of their awareness campaign, Friesen centre started the project over fi ve years ago after said they’ve had a few people and businesses come realizing they needed more space, better washroom forward with donations, the most recent and largest facilities, more offi ce space, and more accessibility being $2,500 from Sperling Industries. for those with disabilities. “That’s just a testament to how supportive our “The least exciting part about it is we need more community is,” said Friesen. “Even in the face of space,” said Friesen. “But that’s the truth.” PHOTO SUBMITTED uncertainty, people are coming forward with funds The Back Door Youth Centre purchased the lot Sperling Industries donated$2,500 to the Back to make this project a reality and to make sure stu- next to theirs which holds the Piston Ring build- Door’s expansions project. dents are cared for, for years to come.” ing. Friesen said they plan to demolish or move that As of now, the Back Door Youth Centre has raised building and build their addition there where it will over $495,000 for their expansion project. Friesen connect to the existing building. expansion for years now, when COVID-19 hit in said that’s almost 50 per cent of their goal — one He said the expansion will also include a 40 x 60 March, Friesen said they stopped. million dollars — which they hope to have by the foot multipurpose room with a 20 foot high ceiling “We changed our approach to an awareness cam- end of 2021. that’ll withstand fl oor hockey and basketball. paign instead of fundraising to be respectful to To donate to the youth centre’s project, call the Though they’ve been “quietly fundraising” for this businesses in an unknown economic climate,” said centre at (204) 745-6186. Friesen. Dufferin approves market garden and hobby farm By Jennifer McFee munity daycare (nursery school) in Local groups receive • On Sept. 23, the Carman-Duf- a commercial zone in Carman. There ferin Planning District hosted a pub- were no objections and the planning lic hearing about a Dufferin resident’s district approved this conditional use request to set up a market garden and request. heritage grants hobby farm on his property, which is • The planning district passed in an agricultural restricted zone. This second and third readings of a bylaw Staff is a retirement for the resident and to amend the zoning bylaw to add a A number of local groups are among gion as a whole received over $25,000 his wife, and they would like to main- footnote in the agricultural zones sec- the fall recipients of the Heritage from the program in the year’s second tain the land in its natural state. There tion. Grant Program. wave of funding, including $4,740 to were no objections and the planning • An outdoor rink will be de- The provincial government an- the Boundary Trail Heritage Region district approved this conditional use veloped on the skatepark concrete at nounced earlier this month that it had Inc. for a St. Paul’s Catholic Church request. the park, which will provide another approved more than $130,000 in fund- site sign and to research local pio- • The planning district also option for outdoor activities during a ing to a host of not-for-profi t commu- neers, $2,533 to the Miami Railway hosted a public hearing about a re- winter with COVID. nity organizations across Manitoba. Station Museum for exhibition im- quest to allow for a group or com- “These grants provide funding sup- provements, and $7,000 to the Stanley port so organizations and communi- Trail Association to create a video of > ties can carry out projects that might local history in the Lake Minnewasta MANITOBA TRAILS, FROM PG. 13 not be possible from their general region. fi nches, jays and chickadees. Providing winter habitats for our native birds and budgets,” said insects is just as important as providing food and shelter during the spring and Sport, Culture summer.” and Heritage R&D Winkler Trucking Carman,Carman, MB With about 80 per cent of Canadians now living in towns and cities, backyard Minister Cathy Rod Winkler Offering Super B Grain and biodiversity is becoming increasingly important. “One of the biggest opportu- Cox. “This fund- (204) 745-7457 Fertilizer Hauling Services nities to improve the health of nature in urban areas is through the collective ing helps them [email protected] action we can all take in our yards,” says Kraus. take on special Encouraging and learning about nature around our homes can also help build projects that will a connection to our natural world. “There is growing evidence that having a re- further improve lationship with nature is critical for our health and well-being,” says Rebekah the service they Neufeld, Acting Science Manager for the Manitoba Region. “As Canadians, we provide all Mani- have some of the planet’s last areas of wilderness, but for many of us and our tobans.” children, fi nding that connection to nature starts at home.” The Central Re- OPEN FOR 2LO&KDQJHV 8SWR%$&.ZKHQ\RX%8< 7LUH&KDQJHV VHOHFWHG*RRG\HDURU'XQORS7LUHV *HQHUDO5HSDLUV EXPIRES DEC 31, 2020 0DLQ6W1&DUPDQ :(6·67,5(6+23 204-745-2076 4 The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 PHAC hosting artist retreat next weekend By Lorne Stelmach pandemic has brought a lot of stress will be asked to wear masks,” Dyck a ‘Crankie’ with musician and artist It may be called an artist retreat, but to everybody, and getting out into na- said, noting the main hall is a more Debra Lyn Neufeld. the invite goes out to anyone for the ture is freeing.” than large enough space to accommo- The great thing about it is that you one day event of the Pembina Hills What had been a two day overnight date physical distancing. can draw, paint, collage, write lyrics, Arts Council next weekend. event last year has been scaled back to The day will include two workshops or use myriad other ways to create The ELEVATE retreat takes place one day this year in large part due to that don’t require previous art knowl- your own moving picture box, said Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Pembina Val- pandemic restrictions, but Dyck sug- edge. Dyck. ley Bible Camp, and it could be a good gested there are also advantages to One led by professional photogra- “There’s many variations on that ... day regardless of whether you are simplifying things. pher Leif Norman will focus on im- whether you want to illustrate with a practising artist or not, suggested “It just provides a little bit less com- proving one’s photography skills, in- paints, whether you want to draw ... PHAC programs and outreach co-or- mitment,” she said, adding that keep- cluding how to photograph artwork you could do collage ... you don’t have dinator Tricia Dyck. ing it to a more intimate gathering of for marketing to come in knowing how to paint and “You don’t have to be an artist to no more than 20 people is also more “He can take that guesswork out of draw.” come to the retreat ... you will still appealing to some. “That was a really it, and he can also teach to all levels,” The $125 registration fee for the re- gain experience, and it will be fun and good takeaway from last year, and we said Dyck, noting that Norman has treat includes two meals and art sup- educational,” she said. “I think at a had lots of positive feedback.” photographed artwork for the Winni- plies. There is also an optional horse minimum everyone will have had an The camp has a variety of COVID-19 peg Art Gallery. “We have this amaz- trail ride available for an additional immensely fun day.” protocols in place to ensure the event ing opportunity with an artist who charge. “I think to be able to bond with other is a safe one for everyone. knows exactly how to photograph art.” For more information, call 204-822- artists, other people ... and even just “Each person will have their own The second workshop will take 6026, email info@pembinahillsarts. getting out and into nature. I think the large table to work at, and everyone participants through how to create com, or head to pembinahillsarts.com. Manitoba Beef Producers district meeting coming up By Lorne Stelmach put, but it also gives us a chance to have had too much moisture, some The rental increase is a huge one but It’s been a challenging year in a talk to producers to tell them what not enough,” she said. “At one point, it also the right of renewal. number of respects for Manitoba beef we’ve been doing,” said Riding. “Our was touch and go whether they would “When you’re short of feed and you producers, so the provincial organiza- producers get to see an overall view keep our auction marts open, and it’s get hit with a rental increase on land tion that represents them is looking to of what we have been working on all now been deemed an essential ser- that is not producing what it has been connect with them through upcoming year, and they can also question their vice. three years ago, it’s a little bit hard to district meetings. director as to anything that they have “I would say it’s quite a stressful take,” she continued. Because of pandemic restrictions, on their minds to discuss with us. time for producers because of all of “And a lot of our Crown lands are in the meetings are being held online “There’s lots of things happening the uncertainty.” areas where it’s not the best soil ... the through Zoom starting Oct. 20 with in the cattle industry, and we always Another issue centres on changes best purpose for it is for cattle usage district three, which includes produc- have lots of fi les on the go,” she said. around the use of Crown lands, and or bison or whatever can graze it. We ers in Stanley, Dufferin, Thompson, “Sometimes producers don’t real- the Manitoba Beef Producers are also have pockets of crown land that’s Roland, Morris, Stanley, and Rhine- ize how much we actually are doing, pressing the government for consul- in wildlife management areas, and in land, among other areas. so we always like to be able to talk to tation on such concerns as rental in- those areas, you cannot increase your Manitoba Beef Producers president them about what we’ve done over the creases as well as having the right to production in any way on it ... you Dianne Riding said these meetings course of a year.” lease renewal, which is currently only cannot spray it, you cannot plant al- are a great opportunity for members COVID-19 has had an impact on available on legacy leases. falfa or anything else on it. I am very to hear about the work the organiza- beef producers in a number of ways, “We would like them to phase in restricted in what I can do with mine.” tion is doing on their behalf and help suggested Riding, noting for example their rental increases over fi ve years,” Producers wanting to register for a set the path for the future by propos- the backlog of cattle that resulted explained Riding. “We just need to district meeting can do so online to ing resolutions for the virtual annual from the plant shutdown in Alberta. work towards trying to come to a so- mbbeef.ca. general meeting in February. “Some areas of the province still are lution because some of the changes “It is good to get the producers’ in- short of feed ... some of our producers are not really favorable for producers. Manitoba Public Insurance releases fi rst quarter fi nancial results Submitted by MPI vehicles. ject to change throughout the year the long-term, explained Giesbrecht. Manitoba Public Insurance reported Recently, MPI applied to the Public based on weather-related factors that “MPI entered the pandemic on a a net income of $110.1 million for the Utilities Board (PUB) for a provisional drive claims costs, and variations in strong fi nancial footing which al- fi rst three months of its fi scal year, 10.5 per cent overall decrease in Basic investment results affected by the lowed for the $110.1 million surplus ending June 30, 2020. The net income insurance premiums for the 2021/22 fi nancial markets,” said Mark Gies- to be distributed to Manitobans when after surplus distribution was nil, insurance year. Approximately 98.9 brecht, vice-president, Finance and they needed it most. We are proud to compared to $94.7 million for the per cent of vehicles will experience ei- Chief Financial Offi cer, Manitoba now have followed this up with a sub- same period last year. The surplus ther no change or a reduction in rates Public Insurance. sequent rate decrease request to the distribution of capital of $110.1 was from the previous year. “Historically, the fi rst two quarters PUB. Prudent claims management intended as fi nancial relief to policy Factoring out impacts of changing of the Corporation’s fi scal year gener- practices, including an increased fo- holders during COVID-19. interest rates on outstanding claims ate a profi t, which is then offset by an cus on detecting fraudulent claims, Total earned revenues for the fi rst reserves, claims incurred dropped ap- increase in claims during the winter along with management actions to three months rose by $8.5 million proximately 21 per cent year over year months,” said Giesbrecht. MPI re- maximize operational effi ciencies, from the same period last year. This largely due to lower frequency of auto mains committed to delivering on its will ensure we continue delivering increase was driven mainly by an collisions in the quarter. mandate to provide exceptional cov- on our promise to provide value to all increase in the number of motor ve- “While the fi rst quarter results are erage and service at rates that are af- Manitobans.” hicles insured and the value of those favourable, net income remains sub- fordable, predictable and stable over The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 5 Conservation group encourages people to leave their leaves on the ground
Submitted by Nature Conservancy of The not-for-profi t land conservation in forests and have adapted to hiber- “Migratory and resident birds can Canada organization says leaving fallen leaves nate under leaves,” says Kraus. “The also benefi t from your garden dur- The changing colour of leaves is one in your yard is a small act of nature leaves provide an insulating blanket ing the winter. Fruits and seeds left of the most beautiful aspects of the conservation that can support back- that can help protect these animals on fl owers and shrubs are a crucial fall season, but it comes with an oner- yard biodiversity in many ways. While from the cold and temperature fl uc- food source that sustains many song- ous task: raking them up once they’ve some butterfl ies travel to warmer des- tuations during the winter.” birds during the winter, including fallen. The Nature Conservancy of tinations, many native insects, includ- Another benefi t of not raking your goldfi nches, jays and chickadees. Pro- Canada (NCC), however, has some ing pollinators, and other backyard leaves is soil improvement. Kraus viding winter habitats for our native green advice for people wishing to wildlife hibernate over the winter and points out that as leaves break down, birds and insects is just as important avoid back-breaking yard work: leave can use a little neighbourly help. they also provide a natural mulch, as providing food and shelter during the rake in the shed and the leaves on Dan Kraus, NCC’s senior conserva- which helps enrich the soil. Thick the spring and summer.” the ground. And if someone accuses tion biologist, says leaves can provide piles of leaves can impact the growth With about 80 per cent of Canadians you of being lazy, you can say you are important habitat for many species. of grass and other plants come spring, now living in towns and cities, back- helping the environment and being a “Backyard animals, such as toads, but leaving a light covering can im- yard biodiversity is becoming increas- conservationist! frogs and many pollinators, once lived prove the health of our gardens and ingly important. “One of the biggest lawns. opportunities to improve the health of As the leaves break down, some of nature in urban areas is through the their carbon also gets stored in the collective action we can all take in our This week in review over soil. “While it’s great for cities to pro- yards,” says Kraus. vide collection programs to compost Encouraging and learning about leaves, the most energy-effi cient solu- nature around our homes can also the past 100 years tion is to allow nature to do its thing help build a connection to our natu- and for the leaves to naturally break ral world. “There is growing evidence down in your yard,” says Kraus. that having a relationship with nature From our fi les 1920 turning at his new dry cleaning plant And it’s not just leaves that are im- is critical for our health and well-be- The Passing of Dr. T. J. Lamont. Tuesday and plenty of work came in portant for backyard wildlife during ing,” says Rebekah Neufeld, Acting With tragic suddenness, Dr. Thom- to get his Carman Cleaners business the winter. “Plant stalks and dead Science Manager for the Manitoba as Jasper Lamont, one of the best- away to a good start. Fred and his branches also provide habitat for Region. “As Canadians, we have some known citizens in Southern Mani- wife arc taking care of the work this many species of insects,” says Kraus. of the planet’s last areas of wilder- toba, has been called away. week, but he expects to add two girls “By cleaning up our yards and gar- ness, but for many of us and our chil- Setting off on Monday morning to his force in a few days. dens entirely, we may be removing dren, fi nding that connection to na- with his team, on some errand of Main equipment of the new plant important wintering habitats for na- ture starts at home.” healing, he himself was in a short is a cleaning and drying unit, with tive wildlife in our communities. space of time brought back in an un- a capacity of ten suits at a time. conscious condition through a fall Articles are washed in solvent for from his carriage. Dr. Cunningham half an hour, then put into a drying of Carman, Dr, Mott of Rathwell chamber in which the odour of the and Dr. Halfpenny of Winnipeg, to- solvent cleanser is drawn off by a gether with his son, Dr. J. Lamont, fan. Heat for the cleaning machine were quickly by his side, but all that and for the building is provided by medical skill could achieve could not a steam boiler. Articles are fi nished stay the fast-ebbing life, and at noon on a steam pressing machine. There on Tuesday the 5th of October, he is also equipment for blocking hats. passed away . An electric motor drives the clean- —Treherne Times. ing unit. The Carman Cleaners plant is lo- From our fi les 1945 cated in a new concrete building on the east side of Fournier Avenue, south of the Ryall Hotel.
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PUBLISHER SALES & MARKETING Long weekend sees 228 new cases Lana Meier Brett Mitchell
By Standard staff recoveries, and 11 deaths. avoid closed-in or crowded spaces. Manitoba’s COVID-19 numbers The bulk of the new cases over the In addition, people are urged to con- continue to climb. past week have been in Winnipeg tinue focusing on the fundamentals to Public health offi cials announced and Monday’s tally was no excep- help stop the spread of COVID-19: 228 new cases of the virus over the tion: of the 77 new cases announced • Stay home if you are sick. holiday weekend, in addition to four on Thanksgiving, 56 were in the Win- • Wash/sanitize your hands and cov- more deaths. nipeg health region, nine were in er your cough. SALES & MARKETING REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER A woman in her 100s from Winni- Southern Health–Santé Sud, fi ve were • Physically distance when you are Gwen Keller Dennis Young peg and a man in his 40s, also from in the Interlake-Eastern and Northern with people outside your household. Winnipeg, were reported as the prov- health regions, and two were in the • If you cannot physically distance, ince’s 33rd and 34th deaths due to Prairie Mountain Health region. wear a mask to help reduce the risk to COVID-19 on Monday. Another two Winnipeg and the surrounding others or as required by public health Winnipeggers—two women in their area remain at code orange on the orders. 80s and 90s—had been reported on Pandemic Response System, which Saturday as the 31st and 32nd deaths. means public gatherings are limited State of Emergency extended Monday’s COVID-19 bulletin put to 10 people and masks are required On Friday, the Manitoba govern- REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER the total number of cases in Manitoba in all indoor public spaces. ment extended the provincewide state Becca Myskiw Jennifer McFee at 2,655, including 1,131 active cases Manitoba’s fi ve-day COVID-19 test of emergency under the Emergency and 1,490 recoveries. positivity rate was 3.3 per cent at the Measures Act for another 30 days. There were 25 people in hospital start of the week. The state of emergency was fi rst de- with the virus at press time, four in The chief provincial public health clared on March 20 to allow the gov- intensive care. offi cer strongly encourages Manito- ernment to more quickly respond to In our region, Southern Health, bans to reduce the number of close the pandemic. It has been extended there are currently 43 active cases, 336 contacts outside their household, and every month since.
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Curling changes will continue amidst COVID pandemic
DISTRIBUTION CLASSIFIED ADMINISTRATOR Christy Brown Corrie Sargent Dear Curlers few of the things that will have to be Please educate yourself on these The Carman-Dufferin Standard is published The fi rst week of November is fast in place when we start the season, requirements, so that you are all Thursdays and distributed as a free approaching, and that is when we bearing in mind that social distanc- familiar with them when the time publication through Canada Post to 3,457 will be starting our curling season. ing and a reduction in contact points comes to curl. homes by BigandColourful Printing and In Manitoba, curling clubs are are our goals: We do have a different year ahead Publishing. The newspaper is supported solely by opening with safety protocols in • Masks are mandatory to of us, but we will do our best to work advertising dollars. If you enjoy the paper place. Curling will look different enter the building. 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News tips: 204-745-8811 Box 39, Stonewall, MB, R0C 2Z0 The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 7 Online job fair a hit for Regional Connections By Lorne Stelmach “We were happy we were able Resources, Meridian Industries, Berg questions.” Regional Connections hopes to hold to make this happen, and we want Trailers, and Friesens. Dada invites local companies look- regular job fairs after getting a good to keep having these events hap- As far as the job seekers, it was open ing to hire to contact him to take part response to its fi rst event last week. pen quite often, maybe every quar- to all. in future job fairs. The agency’s fi rst job fair offered a ter,” said employment coordinator “It wasn’t just for newcomers—it “We can also have special events for chance for up to 100 people to connect Adeleke Dada. “We had good partici- was for anybody who was looking them,” he suggested. “We want em- with a half dozen employers in the re- pation from people around the Pem- for a job,” said Dada. “We had great ployers that are interested in being gion held online Oct. 6 via Zoom. bina Valley area. We had people from attendance. We had a lot of people part of this to reach out to us. There’s It was kept small as a pilot event and all different demographics.” connecting with employers. It was a lot of people in the Pembina Val- was virtual given pandemic restric- Dada said they had been looking very engaging,” he said. “After listen- ley area looking for jobs, and this is tions, but organizers believe it could for employers who potentially had ing to general presentations, they had a good opportunity for them to reach be the start of an ongoing effort to multiple job opening, so there were breakout sessions, so they had time out.” connect people with work opportuni- representatives from Access Credit to have a more in-depth conversation ties. Union, Grandeur Housing, Gateway and had the opportunity to ask their A not so warm winter for local snowbirds By Becca Myskiw plans to stay at home rather than “When you’re 70 years old you need third week of October, but this year, COVID-19 has changed almost ev- travel to their winter getaway. Ann to be doing things,” she said. Ken Coates said they currently have erything in people’s lives this year, and Holmes said unless things drastically Albert Holmes has gotten into stick no plans. They don’t have a vehicle at with the winter months approaching, change sometime this winter, they’ll curling, something he plans to do this their place down there, so they’d pre- snowbirds are no exception. be spending their time in the snow. winter. Ann Holmes said she hopes fer to drive — but as of now, the bor- Ann Holmes and her husband Al- They aren’t too upset about it, to join a yoga class, get out walking, der is closed and the only way there is bert have been going down to Ari- though. The pair doesn’t want to risk and fi nd volunteering opportunities by plane. zona for winter for the last 10 years. getting COVID-19 down south, so to keep her busy. So, unless that changes, Ken and Lee She said they started doing it after staying home keeps them safer. They also have a four-seasons room Coates aren’t sure what their winter her husband took an early retirement, “Yes, it’s an adjustment to stay in their house with a fi replace, where holds. Another pair of local snowbirds went contracting down there and got home,” she said. “But you just adapt to they plan to spend time. are going to the desert in B.C., what a taste of “that nice winter weather.” the norm.” Ken Coates and his wife Lee are they say is the warmest spot in west- “We decided why would we stay Finding ways to keep busy, she said, also a couple of Carman snowbirds. ern Canada. here when we could be there,” said is going to be their challenge because They’ve been heading to Arizona to Ann Holmes. it can be easy to “be a couch potato” get out of the cold for 13 years. But this year, the pair is making when it’s cold. The pair usually leaves around the Where are they now? Catching up with David Whitehead By Dennis Young Q. Do you have family now? This feature will attempt to renew some acquaintances Extended family for sure as Kirby married Jessica with those who called Carman home at one time or an- in 2018 and they have given us two grand kids. Lyd- other. I have randomly selected people to answer questions ia (3) and Rowen (1). of their past and present so the readers can be brought up Q. What got you to leave Carman? to speed on their lives. Sad to say but we left for better employment op- Q. Firstly let’s get familiar with you again. When portunities and job security. did you live in Carman? Q. Did that make you move around lots? We actually lived in Carman for 3 ½ years until Well, once in Winnipeg we have lived in the same 1989. I am originally from Roland so, I was heavily house in Charleswood for 30 years so, no. involved in social activities and sports in Carman Q. What else have you done, where and how long? over the years. I have been employed by Canada Post in Winni- Q. Did you attend school here? peg for 33 years, including three years of commut- Yes Midland Collegiate from which I graduated in ing from Carman. Lynda worked at CIBC and then 1974. at Pembina Trails School Division until she retired a Q. What did you do for a living here? few years ago. I worked as an accountant in the grain industry Q. What do you do now? Retired? and at a Ford dealership. My wife Lynda was em- I am still working but getting pretty close to retire- ployed at the high school in Administration. ment I would say. Q. What did your family do for a living here? Q. What passes your leisure time now? Hobbies? I was from a farm background south of Roland. STANDARD PHOTO SUBMITTED I am still able to get down in the hack so I curl My family still farms the acreage today. in winter and umpire ball come summer. In fact I David and Lynda Whitehead with their sons Q. What activities did you participate in? travel to Carman to ump Cardinal games and for Martyn and Kirby. I curled, refereed hockey, umpired ball and golfed. the occasional round of golf! We also have ticket Q. Did you meet your spouse here? packages to both the Jets and the Goldeyes. I am No I met Lynda Lefl ey before we moved to Car- You bet. Our two sons were born during our time also a board member for Baseball Manitoba and am man. there. Martyn (32) works at Pollard Banknote and the Treasurer for Charleswood Men’s Curling Club. Q. Did you raise any children here? Names, where Kirby (31) works for Manitoba Hydro. Both are in and doing what? Winnipeg which is great. Continued on page 13 8 The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 Access CU unveils new post-merger branding Staff a knot to tie it together; and an “A” for Access Credit Union is marking its accessibility. amalgamation with Crosstown Civic “Our new brand celebrates the be- Credit Union with a new company ginning of a new organization while brand designed to better represent respecting the legacies of our pasts,” the merged entity. said Curt Letkeman, current board ACU’s new ”Where you need us to chair for Access and incoming vice be” tagline is a “nod to the expanded chair for the new credit union. “Our geographical range of the new cred- brand will be refl ected in exceptional it union, as well as the new digital service and convenience for members frontiers for banking and communi- offl ine, at any milestone in their lives.” in blue, Access in green, and both en- when they want, how they want. Our cating,” says Ingrid Loewen, current A new logo is also meant to express tities together to make a teal capital A. new brand is unique—just like each board chair for Crosstown Civic and the organization’s “member-centric” ACU explained that the inspiration member we represent.” incoming board chair for the new approach to fi nancial services. is all positive: arrows for forward, The ACU and Crosstown Civic Access. “We are committed to being The logo includes a “triple cheque upward motion and change; a check Credit Union amalgamation offi cially available for our members—online, mark” representing Crosstown Civic mark for solutions and right choices; comes into effect on Jan. 1. Winkler artist crafts wooden ‘Armor of God’ By Ashleigh Viveiros It was a labour of love, to be sure. ing that he hopes people’s takeaway when viewing The Winkler EMM Church has played host to sev- “It took me between 600-700 hours,” Reimer said. the work is “courage and inspiration to take God’s eral unique pieces of artwork recently thanks to the “I started on it about three years ago and then I kind armor with you on your walk through this journey work of one of its congregants. of lost interest in it for awhile when it was maybe of life, especially in these times.” Woodworker John P. Reimer has spent several half or a third done. So I shelved it for two years. Winkler EMMC pastor Dale Dueck said the pieces hundred hours over the past few years bringing the “And then I just felt God calling on me to bring it served as a powerful visual representation for his armor of God described in the Bible to life. out and fi nish it.” sermon on the armor of God last week. Reimer painstakingly carved pieces of poplar, When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Reimer felt it “Anything like this is helpful for the congregation, purple heart, angelim, maple, and ash into the was more important than ever to fi nish the pieces a good visual reminder,” he said. “They’ll certainly Christian Belt of Truth, Breastplate of Righteous- and share them with others. remember this.” ness, Gospel of Peace, Shield of Faith, Helmet of “I could sense that that was God’s lead, to fi nish it Salvation, and the Sword of the Spirit. and have a message about it in church,” he said, add- Continued on page 10 Night of laughs supports PVHS
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STANDARD PHOTO BY LORNE STELMACH It may have been on a smaller scale than usual, but the annual Raise The Woof comedy night fundraiser in support of the Pembina Valley Hu- mane Society went ahead last Friday in Winkler. Comedians Cory Mack, Michael Green, and Matt Kaye entertained the crowd, and an online auction that continued to the end of the Thanksgiving long weekend was adding to the event’s tally, which was not available at press time. The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 9 Southern Health reports on a year of change By Ashleigh Viveiros view of the health of residents in the There’s been a bit of a learning funded by community donations and Southern Health-Santé Sud held its region and tells a compelling story,” curve to all this, Bergen admitted, but provide air ambulance medical teams annual public meeting on the virtual she said. “The CHA is an indispens- it will bear fruit. with a permanent place for helicop- stage last week. able tool for gaining a better under- “For the fi rst time ever we are col- ters to safely land when transferring While the online presentation was standing of our evolving population. lecting, reporting, and interpreting critically ill or injured patients,” Ber- made necessary by the COVID-19 It provides a platform for continued the same data as other SDOs in Man- gen said. pandemic, board chair Abe Bergen conversation about itoba,” he said. “This Work on new personal care home noted it’s actually something they’ve health disparities is allowing us to see beds for Carman and Steinbach also discussed doing for some time in a and contributes to how we compare in began. bid to make the event more accessible our collaborative ac- many areas and it The Boyne Lodge project in Carman to a greater number of people. tion planning around also allows us to dig will add 79 new beds in phase one, “True, this is a new way of delivering specifi c health chal- “MUCH HAS BEEN deeper into specifi cs expected to be completed this winter, our annual public meeting, but we as lenges within our if needed. and another 30 beds in the phase two a board are excited to try things in a communities.” ACCOMPLISHED, “Transparency and renovations to the old facility. new way,” he said in his opening. “We The past year, pre- AND THAT IS WORTH accountability in- On the surgical front, in a response are looking forward to this opportu- COVID, saw the RHA crease with this type to an ever-increasing demand for hip nity to spread the message of our or- immersed in the fi rst CELEBRATING.” of process.” and knee replacements, the RHA ganization to a wider audience than steps of carrying out Capital projects was able to signifi cantly increase the previous years.” the government’s The past year saw number of orthopedic surgeries it While the meeting itself focused plan to streamline health care in the start and completion of several provided at BTHC. on the fi scal year running from April Manitoba. major capital projects across the re- “After much planning and dedi- 2019 to March 2020, before the pan- “For the fi rst time ever as a prov- gion. cated work by our staff, the region demic was in full swing, Bergen took ince we have a plan that incorpo- Heliports at Boundary Trails Health successfully completed this year an a moment to refl ect on the impact re- rates all health sectors and considers Centre and Ste. Anne Hospital both additional 68 joints,” Curtis said. That cent world events have had locally. the unique needs of all Manitobans,” got up and running in 2019. Continued on page 12 “We want to acknowledge that the Curtis said in reference to Manitoba’s “These projects were generously COVID-19 pandemic has brought Clinical and Preventative Services about incredible pressure on our Plan released in late 2019, calling it a health system to change and adapt “monumental document.” very quickly,” he said. “The fl exibil- It’s one of the largest changes to ity and leadership demonstrated by the province’s health care system in Southern Health-Santé Sud staff has years, Curtis noted. been inspiring to hear about, and in “The CPSP will help meet the needs some cases witness personally. of patients closer to home by coordi- “The impacts to your personal and nating where the services are offered, professional lives have been immense including investments in improved in the last several months,” Bergen care offered at home and in the com- For a limited time, SeCan will donate continued, addressing staff. “We want munity,” she said, explaining the to take this opportunity to thank changes will reduce the need for rural you and recognize your sacrifi ces on patients to travel to Winnipeg for care for SeCan Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® and the front line against this virus and by increasing the number of specialty ® against many others.” services available locally. Roundup Ready 2 Yield soybeans Southern Health-Santé Sud CEO As part of the transformation pro- ordered during October and planted next spring. Jane Curtis echoed those thoughts cess, 2019-2020 saw the transition of and added, “While immersed in the thousands of RHA staff in diagnostic fi ght against the pandemic, we do not Barker R2X 2425 HU services, emergency medical services, NEW forget the triumphs from this past and information and communications NEW year. Much has been accomplished, technology to Shared Health. Bourke R2X 2400 HU and that is worth celebrating.” Shifting into the Shared Health Among the list of accomplishments model of care is a huge undertaking, For soybean your ® was the RHA’s successful completion but it’s one the RHA is endeavouring genes that fit your farm, of its accreditation survey. to do while still holding on to the val- contact “Preparing for it was a rigorous pro- ues it’s always operated under, Ber- cess with over 39 locations in our re- gen stressed. gion being surveyed,” Bergen said. “As “As regional health authorities are anticipated, we did very well ... it’s an shaped into service delivery organiza- affi rmation that the service quality we tions (SDOs), the public will continue are delivering is excellent and is rec- to measure our services in much the ognized as such across Canada. same way as they measure other life “An excellent grade with accredita- experiences: by grading them and by Carman, MB tion can never be attributed to one examining data,” he said. 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By Becca Myskiw nate to because everyone in the RM of The Miami Public Library received Thompson can benefi t from this do- this year’s $95 donation from MWM nation,” said Debreuil. Environmental. MWM Environmental is a waste She added the library is one of the and recycling provider in southern few free, all ages, all year-round ac- Manitoba. Each year, they give back tivities in the area. a portion of the payment for each Miami branch will be using the do- bin dump done in Miami to the RM nation to purchase new books, said of Thompson. This is one of the ways Debreuil. They just placed their fall MWM Environmental helps with lo- order so she said she may use the cal projects. money from MWM Environmental They’ve also supported the Morris for upcoming patron requests. Area Foundation, Donate Love, and The library has a patron driven col- the Manitoba 4-H. Council (to name lection, where they track requests a few). for items that aren’t available in the Cherie Debreuil from the Miami branch or by Interlibrary loan. Public Library said from what she un- “We try to purchase those titles on derstands, the money is donated to the next book order,” she said. “This the council who then decides where helps to ensure our patrons have a to put the money. good selection of titles in our area and This year, they gave it to the library. hopefully no items that are unwanted STANDARD PHOTO SUBMITTED “We think we are a great place to do- or not popular enough to circulate.” Miami library received a $95 donation from MWM Environmental.
> WINKLER ARTIST, FROM PG. 8 The project got its start with a simple idea. “I picked this particular wood because it looks so Once the carving got going I started to get more “I had this thought that I’d like to build a sword much like leather,” Reimer said. “I knew I had to elaborate with sculptural pieces like this.” out of wood as a cool thing to do,” Reimer recalled. make the belt out of it.” The armor pieces have taken up a lot of his time “I had these leftover pieces around of nicer wood, It’s no small challenge to create such intricate of late. Now that it’s done, Reimer has a ideas for a and so I started that way.” pieces out of wood, but it’s one Reimer relishes. few other projects he hopes to tackle this winter. He The fi nished sword led to the helmet, which then He’s been creating wood art for nearly 40 years now. hopes to have a public exhibition of his work one led to the rest of the set. “I’ve always been interested in art. I’ve been draw- day at a local gallery. In the meantime, he’s open to Every piece is made entirely out of wood, even ing since I was old enough to hold a pencil,” he said. loaning the armor of God pieces out to other area the belt and sandal parts that look very much like “I was also interested in building things, so the two churches interested in displaying them. You can leather. kind of fused and I got interested in wood carving. reach him at 204-361-8166 or [email protected].
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20111mb1 12 The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 New personal care home in Carman the fi rst of its kind By Becca Myskiw started in May 2019, but the idea came Construction on Carman’s new per- before that. King said they looked at sonal care home (PCH) is on track to the population of Carman and the be completed by March 2021. utilization of Boyne Lodge, which has The new PCH is an addition to the always been working at full capacity. existing. Boyne Lodge. It will add 80 He said based on population trends beds to the facility in a small house and Southern Health Santé-Sud’s re- model of care — the fi rst one of its gional analysis, more senior housing kind to open in Manitoba, said Tyler was an obvious need. King, director of economic develop- “We knew the Boyne Lodge was be- ment. coming an aging facility and we need- A small house model of care gives ed to look at the future of personal each resident their own room with a care homes in our community and bathroom that includes a shower. King healthcare,” said King. said this gives each room a homestyle He said the rooms are starting to feeling and each person has the abil- take shape and it’s looking good. Last ity to be bathed in their own room if fall’s early snowfall brought chal- they choose, but the new facility will lenges and slowed construction for have a spa room as well. a while, but after a summer of good There are two fl oors in the new facil- weather, they’ve gotten back on track. STANDARD PHOTOS SUBMITTED ity with four pods on each level. A pod Once construction on the new PCH Taken on Oct. 1, the PCH construction is on track. has ten rooms that are set up in a sort is done, the 70 residents from Boyne of circle connecting to the kitchen and Lodge will move in. Then, the exist- living room. ing PCH will get a face lift to have King said this model of resident- the same layout as the new one. The centred care makes each resident feel two buildings will be connected with like they’re living in a home rather a bistro setting and offi ce space for than an institution and it gives each of Southern Health Santé-Sud employ- them better outcomes. ees. “Obviously we want residents in the Once the renovation is done, King facilities to live long term,” said King. said they’ll begin adding more resi- Construction on the regional project dents. Calling all Bakers and Cooks! Do you have a family favorite Christmas recipe? Would you like to be featured in our Once construction on the new PCH is done, the Boyne Lodge will be 2020 Holiday Family renovated. Favorites Cookbook? > SOUTHERN HEALTH, FROM PG. 9 Our readership base has a wealth of knowledge and experience that we brings the total number of joint op- plus increased from $103 million to would love share. erations to 492 for the year. nearly $106 million. Your family recipe could be a part Likewise, expanded dialysis services The organization saw an operat- of our special edition cookbook! brought the numbers at BTHC and ing surplus of $1.9 million before the Portage General Hospital to 912 treat- health care system restructuring. Af- Please submit a recipe in one ments per month. ter that process, the surplus hit $3.1 of the following categories: Strong fi nancial outlook million. Appetizers When it comes to fi nancials, South- Revenue decreased from $396 mil- Beverages ern Health-Santé Sud is in good lion to $371 million, but so did ex- Soups & Salads shape, Bergen said. penses, which dropped $17 million to “As we enter our ninth fi scal year as $369 million. Main Dishes an organization, we celebrate the fact The meeting wrapped up with qual- Baking & Dessert that we have been in a balanced fi scal ity service awards and career achieve- Ethnic Favorites position each year,” he said, stressing ment awards going out to several staff, Send your recipe to [email protected] sustainability needs to continue to be including Sandra Aerssens Young, a focus moving forward. Michele Martel, Tiffany Thunder, and or call 204-485-1419 for more information. The 2019-2020 fi nancial report Eileen Vodden. The Carman-Dufferin STANDARD showed the RHA’s accumulated sur- The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 13 Nominations for Chamber 2020 Business Awards open By Becca Myskiw The third award businesses are eligible for is the Nominations for the Carman and Community “Chamber Member of the Year Award.” It is given to Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Business Awards are an active member of the Carman and Community now open. Chamber of Commerce to recognize their commu- Executive director Jodi Winkler said it’s especially nity and economic contributions. Selection for this important to recognize local businesses this year them, said Winkler. award is made by the board — nominations are not because of COVID-19. There are four awards people can nominate a accepted for it. “It’s for recognizing businesses that have gone business in Carman for. The fi rst is “Outstanding The last award is the “Community Builder Award,” above and beyond,” said Winkler. “They’ve all done Business of the Year.” which is given to an individual who makes a signifi - a tremendous job of keeping essential services go- This award goes to a local business that has been cant contribution to the community. ing.” in operation for three or more years. They demon- Nominations for the chamber’s 2020 Business She noted how many, if not all, businesses were strate positive growth, superior customer service, Awards will be accepted until Monday, Oct. 26. To shut down earlier this year at the beginning of the and embrace a commitment to quality. get a nomination form, email ccchamber@gmail. pandemic. Since reopening, they’ve had to change The next award is “New Business of the Year com. the way their work, reducing the number of people Award.” This one goes to a business that has been Winkler reminds residents that shopping local is they can attend to at a time, spending more money around for more than one year, but less than three important always, and it’s easier to do now as dif- on sanitization, and adhering to new restrictions of- years. They have gained a growing positive reputa- ferent communities are in different precautionary ten. tion, demonstrate an excellence in innovation man- zones with many rules. Supporting local businesses The business awards are a way of raising aware- agement, marketing, customer services, and integ- is a way to keep them in the community as well. ness for local businesses and saying thank you to rity. > DAVID WHITEHEAD, FROM PG. 7 Created by Annabelle Mauger & Julien Baron Q. Any future plans? ories of Carman days? If all goes well, retirement and en- I have fond memories of my days joying our grandkids as much as pos- playing baseball with the Goldeyes sible. I would also add, improve my and playing hockey with the Cougars golf game but, that is not likely! and Beavers. During my frequent vis- Q. Have you travelled and where? its I often connect with people who I We enjoy vacationing in the south- haven’t seen in years. Carman people ern U.S. in the winter with friends and are very friendly and supportive. family. Q. Any last words wish to send to Q. Do you ever return to Carman? our readers? Sure do. My Mother lived in Boyne You have a gem of a town and you THE IMMERSIVE Lodge until passing away last fall. My should be very proud of it! I am. sister Pam McIntosh and her family If you wish to reach this former live in town and I have 2 brothers, Bill Carmanite please send me an email EXHIBITION & Ray, who farm with their families at Dennis Young
By Ty Dilello A lot of sportspeople in the Car- man area probably knew the name, Tom Rockey. He was an iconic fi gure in Carman hockey circles for most of his life. What people didn’t know per- haps was the tale of Rockey’s greatest hockey triumph – the 1946 Memorial Cup. The Winnipeg Monarchs of the 1940s was primarily a South Winni- peg team. The group’s core was Kel- vin High School, as nine of the play- ers (including Rockey) attended that school and played hockey at nearby Lord Roberts or Sir John Franklin Community Clubs. It was the 1945-46 season that be- STANDARD PHOTOS SUBMITTED came the special year for Rockey and Carman’s Tom Rockey was a member of the 1946 Winnipeg Monarchs the Monarchs. squad that reached great heights, winning the Memorial Cup as the Tom “Rock” Rockey top junior hockey team in Canada. Continued on page 16 16 The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 Twisters end pre-season with 6-4 loss to Transcona
By Ashleigh Viveiros Goals from Pembina Valley’s Merek Twisters their fi rst lead of the game. It saw the Twisters down the Charles- The Pembina Valley Twisters Degraeve and Owen Wiebe in the fi rst was short-lived, though, with Trans- wood Hawks 4-2 and the St. Vital Vic- wrapped up their pre-season with a and second periods evened things out, cona scoring three unanswered goals torias 4-3 in overtime. The puck drops loss last Friday night. but the Railer Express retook the lead before the fi nal whistle. on Pembina Valley’s regular season The Transcona Railer Express capi- midway through the middle frame. Brock Moroz made 27 saves in net this Friday at home in Morris against talized on home ice advantage to take Zach Tetrault got the equalizer three for the Twisters as Transcona outshot the St. Boniface Riels. The Twisters the MMJHL game 6-4.Transcona were minutes into the fi nal period and then them 33-24. then hit the road to play the Fort Gar- up 2-0 by the game’s 11th minute. a second goal from Degraeve gave the The shortened pre-season earlier ry/Fort Rouge Twins on Sunday. > TOM ROCKEY, FROM PG. 15 alone and, just as he hit the blueline, listening to Foster Hewitt call the big The Monarchs rolled through the throughout Toronto. It seemed to put on an extra burst of speed, which game. Downtown on Portage Avenue Manitoba league all season long, and spark the St. Mike’s squad as they shifted the two-man defence out of after the fi nal whistle sounded, there after winning the Manitoba champi- swiftly won the next two games by 5-3 position and fi red a waist-high shot was a parade of supporters marching onships, they moved on to the West- and 7-3 scorelines. Winnipeg found a from 15-feet out to the top right-hand about with a sign held high in the air ern Canadian playdowns. Here they way to win Game 4 in a tight 4-3 af- corner of the net. St. Mike’s goalie, proclaiming, “Monarchs Did It.” defeated the Port Arthur Flyers four- fair, but after dropping Game 5 by a Pat Boehmer, never touched it. Team- You might be wondering how did games-to-one and then the Edmon- lopsided 7-4 score in a game where mates quickly swarmed him after the Rockey and the boys celebrate such ton Canadians also in fi ve games to the Monarchs looked shaky at best, it goal, hugging and patting him on the a monumental victory for Manitoba advance to the Memorial Cup fi nal looked like the series was all but over. back, and even going so far as Harry hockey? Well, there was no reception against the St. Michael’s College Ma- So much so that Maple Leaf Gardens Taylor and Tom Rockey planting a kiss after the game or anything of that jors. owner Conn Smythe got a little cocky on Robertson’s cheek. nature to celebrate the Monarchs tri- The 1946 Memorial Cup series be- perhaps when he went on Foster Robertson added an insurance goal umph. Instead, they passed the hat tween the Winnipeg Monarchs and Hewitt’s broadcast after Game 5 say- with 47 seconds remaining just as it amongst themselves, raised a cool $28 the St. Michael’s College Majors at ing all kinds of things. Because it was was looking like St. Mike’s might tie bucks and got a cabbie to get them the Maple Leaf Gardens was noth- just after World War II and there were the game. The timekeeper had just an- some bootleg beer. So I’m sure the ing short of an absolute spectacle. thousands of soldiers, sailors and Air nounced, “one minute to play,” when Monarchs had some fun that night, The Memorial Cup fi nals brought to Force guys in Toronto, coming back Robertson, Taylor and the sturdy de- and then it was back on the train the an end the fi rst season following the from Europe, Smythe proclaimed on fenseman Rockey broke away on a next morning to return to Winnipeg. end of the Second World War. Canada the radio that if there was a seventh three-man rush. Catching St. Mike’s The hero of the series, George Rob- lost a lot of young men, many of them game, any serviceman in uniform with only one man back, Rockey, car- ertson (93-years-old) is the last re- hockey players, on the battlefi elds could come watch the game for free. rying the puck, slipped a pass to Rob- maining player alive from that 1946 of Europe. As the season was wind- After what he saw in Game 5, Smythe ertson just inside the blueline, as the Monarchs team. ing down, it was as though a country had no doubt in his mind that St. lone defencemen tried containing Robertson humbly said when recall- had decided to rediscover itself in its Mike’s would close out the Monarchs Taylor instead. Robertson proceeded ing the series, “We might have been arenas. Legendary broadcaster Foster in Game 6. to skate in close, drew Boehmer to one 20-1 underdogs in the Final against St. Hewitt later said it was the most re- But the Monarchs wouldn’t die. They side and fl ipped the puck into the net. Mike’s, but we had a hell of a team. markable series he had ever called. dug deep and won 4-2 to force that Cheers went through the building as They said we were the fi nest team When the Monarchs got off the train seventh game. The announced atten- fans knew the series was now over, out of the west, but we still went in as arriving early one morning in Toronto, dance for Game 7 was 15,819, the larg- and after the goal, a pair of pink cor- massive underdogs. One of the things they grabbed a newspaper and read est crowd ever to watch an amateur sets were fl ung onto the ice surface by that put us where we were had to be in the Toronto Globe and Mail that hockey game in Canada, breaking a a Monarchs supporter. The Winnipeg the play of Red McRae and Harry they were the 20-1 underdogs for the previous record of 15,659 set at Maple Monarchs won the game 4-2 to win Taylor. That’s what carried us, and series. To be fair, this was a star-stud- Leaf Gardens for a 1938 Memorial the Memorial Cup. The hero was none guys like Bill Tindall and Tom Rockey ded St. Mike’s lineup that boasted fu- Cup game between the St. Boniface other than George Robertson, who were pretty good too.” I had to remind ture NHL stars such as Red Kelly, Tod Seals and Oshawa Generals. It was a had six goals and four assists for ten George that he did pretty well him- Sloan, Fleming Mackell, Ed Sandford bigger crowd than any Toronto Maple points throughout the seven-game fi - self and, with a wry smile, said, “Yeah, and was coached by none other than Leafs contest as the Maple Leaf Gar- nal, including the series clincher. I guess I scored a few in the fi nals the Hall of Famer Joe Primeau. Still, I dens offi cial capacity in those years All in all, the series drew “offi cially” against St. Mike’s.” think that 20-to-1 is a little high and was 12,627. And even though the an- 102,575 fans, which was a record for a From that championship Monarchs had I been alive back then, this writer nounced attendance was 15,819, the seven-game amateur series in Cana- team, George Robertson, Clint Al- probably would have put some mon- crowd was much larger than that. It da. Newspaper reports seem to say it bright, Gord Fashoway, Al Buchanan ey down on the Monarchs. was way above the fi re regulations. was good that Robertson turned out and Harry Taylor went on to play in Prior to the start of the series, Mon- There were no aisles. Fans were to be the hero of the series because he the National Hockey League. Taylor archs coach Walter Monson, a former crammed along the boards and hang- worked his heart out in every game even won a Stanley Cup with the To- gold medal-winning hockey player ing from the rafters. There might have and, along with his team’s netminder, ronto Maple Leafs in 1949. for Canada at the 1932 Olympics, said been 23,000 people in the Maple Leaf Jack Gibson, was the steadiest player Tom Rockey never reached the NHL, that he expected the series to go close Gardens that night, which would on the team. St. Mikes actually out- but he came oh so close, even playing to seven games while confi dent that be one of the biggest crowds to ever scored the Monarchs 28 to 25 over in a couple of exhibition games with he had a squad capable of winning watch a hockey game, period. the seven games, mainly due to their the Montreal Canadiens Instead, he the prized mug. Coming into this fi - With Game 7 knotted at 2-2 after two two big 7-3 and 7-4 wins earlier in the enjoyed a successful career in the mi- nal, both teams had twice previously periods, speedy George Robertson series. Another fun fact is that Game nor leagues before returning to Mani- hoisted the Memorial Cup. St. Mike’s took the series into his own hands. At 7 was the only game in the series in toba and settling in the Carman area. doing so in 1934 and 1945; the Mon- the 7:51 mark of the third period, he which the team who scored the game’s Rockey went on to become a long- archs in 1935 and 1937. fl ip-fl opped off the Winnipeg bench fi rst goal failed to win the game. time fi xture in the Carman senior The series started off with a big and promptly stole the puck from Back home in Winnipeg on the Satur- and minor hockey ranks, playing and surprise as the Monarchs won the Fleming Mackell at centre ice. Rob- day night of the Game 7, every sports coaching. He passed away in Roland fi rst game 3-2, sending shockwaves ertson raced in on St. Mike’s defence fan in the city was glued to the radio on March 25, 2019, at the age of 93. The Carman-Duff erin Standard Thursday, October 15, 2020 17
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CORDUROY PLAINS LTD. RETIREMENT OBITUARY a farm near Carman, MB (NW35-6-5W) Eileen Patricia Aubin It is with peace and sadness that the Aubin family announces is looking for the passing of their mother and grandmother, Eileen Aubin. She SEASONAL FARM WORKERS passed away peacefully at 11:50 p.m. on October 8, 2020 at the for Mar. 1 - Dec. 1, 2021. age of 85 years. Duties incl: washing potato storages & Eileen will lovingly be remembered by her three children, Gerry farm equip; farm labour during planting & (Gail), Marnie (Dale), Rick (Trish); her fi ve grandchildren, Jesse (Vanessa, Lucas and Landon), Riana (Jordan), Jared, Garth (Nik) harvest; other general farm tasks. $11.90/hr, and Erik. She also leaves to mourn her sister Marnie of Niagara 40-60 hr/week. Falls and one brother Gerry (Janet) of Adelaide, Australia, along No education or skills req. Experience with many nieces and nephews. an asset. Must have driver’s license. Her family will always remember her as a social butterfl y, with [email protected] red lipstick on, she could always be found scooting around the community in her chair, always checking on the residents and staff of the Boyne Lodge. She would seek out and care deeply for someone who needed a friend. No matter the amount of surgeries or health issues she endured, nobody was more resilient and cheerful. FARMHAND We will miss you, our spunky Grandma. Streamline Dairy is a growing dairy We would like to thank Dr. Villeda, Boyne Lodge, Carman Hospital staff, Father Mario Veloso, Craig Johnston, Darryl Anderson and Gerry, Gail and Rick for being with her in her fi nal hours. farm, striving to excel in animal care and Viewing took place at Doyle’s Funeral home, and a private family graveside service took place cleanliness. We are looking for a self- in the Carman Catholic Cemetery. motivated individual to work full time Memorial donations may be made to the Carman Hospital Palliative Care, Box 610, Carman, helping out with general chores, feeding, MB R0G 0J0. bedding, milking and general animal care. Doyle’s Funeral Home Job would reflect applicants’ experience. in care of arrangements www.doylesfuneralhome.ca We are willing to train the right person. Wages and job depiction depends on ex- If you see this guy stocking shelves at Co-op, perience. send him home! Contact for more info. 204-750-4392 He’s retired! send resume to [email protected] Congratulations John Cartman SHOP LOCAL Rural Municipality of Grey on 39 years of service with the SUPPORT OUR Co-op Retailing System Box 99, 27 Church Ave E and Federated Co-op! Elm Creek MB R0G 0N0 Aubin Nurseries Garden Centre LOCAL Enjoy your retirement! 204-436-2014 -Love Bev, Ashley, Russ and Fraser! BUSINESSES Planning Office: 204-745-2443 Fall Sale RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF DUFFERIN BOARD OF REVISION UNDER THE AUTHORITY PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the year 2021 Assessment Roll for the Rural Municipality of Duf- ferin has been delivered to the Municipal Office at the 12-2nd Ave S.W., Carman, MB and is open for OF THE PLANNING ACT public inspection during regular office hours. Applications for revision may be made in accordance with Sections 42 and 43 of the Assessment Act. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION FOR REVISION On the date and at the time and location shown below, 42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed; a mortgagee in possession a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representations from any of property under Section 114(1) of the Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required persons who wish to make them in respect to the following matter: under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor of may make applica- % The Rural Municipality of Grey By-Law No. 14-2020 being an 15 to 25 OFF tion for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to: (a) the liability to assessment AMENDMENT to the RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF (b) the amount of an assessed value; GREY ZONING BY-LAW No. 5/03, as amended. (c) classification of a property all nursery stock (d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under Section 13(2) HEARING RM of Grey Municipal Office www.aubinnurseries.ca APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS – Council Chambers 43(1) An application for revision must LOCATION: 27 Church Ave E, Elm Creek, 204-745-6703 (a) be made in writing; Manitoba (b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is DATE & TIME: Wednesday, November 4, sought; 2020 at 8:10 p.m. (c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and (d) be filed by GENERAL That the RM of Grey Zoning Remember i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered at the office indicated in the public notice INTENT: By-Law No. 5/03 be amended so given under Subsection 41(2), or that: Part of Parcel C, Plan 58151 ii) serving it upon the secretary, MLTO in NE ¼ of 15-8-7 WPM Your at least 15 days before (November 2nd) the scheduled sitting date of the board. Forming part of this by-law, be The Board of Revision will sit on Tuesday, November 17th, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the R.M. of Dufferin rezoned FROM: “AG” office at 12 – 2nd Ave SW, Carman, Manitoba to hear applications. Agricultural General Zone TO: Applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board on or before Monday, November Loved Ones 2nd, 2020 “CG” General Commercial Zone Dated this 1st day of October, 2020. AREA AFFECTED: NE 15-8-7 WPM Being Pt. of Parcel C, Plan 58151 with an Sharla Murray, CMMA FOR INFO. Kim MacLellan, Coordinator of Planning Services Announcement Secretary Board of Revision Carman-Dufferin Planning District, Phone 204-745-2443 in the RM of Dufferin A copy of the above proposal and supporting material may be inspected at the location noted Box 100, Carman, MB R0G 0J0 above during normal office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Copies may The Carman-Dufferin be made, and extracts taken therefrom, upon request. 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