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Volume 20, Issue 09 Snow Lake, Manitoba May 5, 2016 Despite heavy provincial losses, Flin Flon stays orange

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• That the Town of Snow Lake received two grants at their last meeting (April 16, 2016)? One for $1200 from Mani- toba Infrastructure and Transportation – called the Snow Lake Airport Opera- tions Grant, to be used in support of the continued maintenance and operation of the Snow Lake Airport for the year. Another for $15,628.79 from Manitoba Municipal Government; half of the 2016 General Assistance Grant, which based on the 2011 census and paid in two installments. • That a fund set up by ‘Democracy Watch’ to launch a private prosecu- tion against former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, members of his Prime Minister’s Office, and officials of his Conservative Party of Canada has reached the $20,000 mark? They need $55,000 to cover the costs of prosecuting everyone in the former Prime Minister’s office and in the Conservative Party who took part in the bribing of Senator Mike Duffy. ‘Democracy Watch’ is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization, and Canada’s leading citizen group advocating democratic reform, government accountability, and corporate Joyful and a bit relieved, the Flin Flon Riding's new MLA Tom Lindsey hugs his wife Sharon on election night ~ photo courtesy of The Reminder responsibility. He says what surprised him most about the election was n a riding wide horserace that came right down to the wire, I that two other northern seats fell to the Liberals and the hat a utility customer recently Flin Flon’s Tom Lindsey was elected as our new Member of • T Conservatives. Asked if he thought Liberal Leslie Beck would appealed to council for an account the Legislative Assembly (MLA) on the evening of Tuesday, perform as well as she did, Lindsey replied that he thought she adjustment after receiving a quarterly April 19th. Both Lindsey and fellow Northern Manitoba NDP would be his main opposition all along. “The PC’s, provincially, bill in excess of $9000. The rate- candidate Amanda Lathlin (The Pas), now represent the only were obviously the main opposition, but I thought that locally, payer had left his home vacant for the NDP colour left in what was once an entirely orange landscape. Leslie would have done better than she actually did,” Lindsey winter and thought he had turned The Conservatives took their stronghold of Thompson from long reflected. As for former NDP banner holder and MLA, Clarence the water off. However, a pipe had time MLA Steve Ashton, and the Liberals wrestled Kewatinook broken/leaked to the point that the Pettersen taking part in the race, Lindsey said it didn’t hurt his out of the hands of Eric Robinson. It was no cakewalk for Lindsey town eventually contacted the hom- own campaign a whole lot. “Obviously there were some people or Lathlin either. Lindsey held miniscule leads over opposition eowner about water running rapidly who voted for Clarence who would have probably voted for us; throughout the vote, and the lead in The Pas changed between in the house. The ratepayer explained as to why he ran, I can’t speak to that.” Lathlin and the Conservative’s Doug Lauvstead several times. the situation and stated that he was Lindsey admits that he didn’t interact much with the other The NDP government itself went down to a devastating defeat, incapable of paying the bill. By mo- candidates during the 35 day writ period. “Other than the losing 23 seats! tion, council adjusted the billing to debates and radio shows, that was really it. I mean if you ran Reached in Winnipeg where he was wrapping up a week long $254.01. into them on the street type of thing that was about it.” Lindsey orientation for his new job, Lindsey was candid when asked said these interactions were amicable. hat there are only 425 days until about the vote, noting that it was a little closer than he would • T Now that he is elected and representing the people of the Snow Lake's 70th, Herb Lake Landing’s have liked. “With four of us running, it changed the dynamic of Flin Flon riding, Lindsey says that Job one for him as the sitting 100th and Canada’s 150th Anniversa- what took place,” said Lindsey. “Looking at what happened in ries (July 1, 2017)? MJ some of the other ridings in the north… close was good.” See LINDSEY continued on page 6...

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this world. They all have one Lake into a position as Technical thing in common: they are from Director, Growth and Innovation Snow Lake and when asked, they with Rio Tinto. There’s Gary remember where they came from! Halverson who went from his first [ED. NOTE]: This does not in any wayEditorial put forward Snow Lake, many would agree, is a gem nestled Just for a moment, take a look upper management position as the a complete list of local people who have done in a remarkable province and situated within back at some of the talent this General Manager of New Britannia good or great things in their lives. It is only those the confines of a magnificent country. Life here town has produced: Mine and moved on to Chief who showed up within my limited and oft failing for most is a treat. There is the freedom that On the social, medical, science, Operating Officer with Barrick memory as I wrote the piece. MJ allows everyone to roam anywhere; the safety and education front, there is Dr. Gold, then Chief Executive Officer of neighborhoods filled with people who have Tom Hobman who is a Professor of Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. one another’s backs; the seasonal beauty and of Cell Biology and Associate Richard Trudeau, who began as an As has been the case since time eternal, one story recreation of the lakes; the abundant resources Dean Research Facilities in the HBM&S Planner in Snow Lake and begets another. They are usually a contest of ‘one- that provide a living; the fish, flora, and fauna Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry is now Manager, Flin Flon & Snow up-man-ship’, that hold a common thread within which provide us with pastimes; and the lifelong at the University of Alberta as Lake Mines for Hudbay. And Ben the topic. You know the kind I’m talking about… friendships that evolve from experiencing it all well he's the Canada Research Grimmelt Manager, West Division when you tell a story and then someone adds to with your buddies. It’s a lifestyle that produces a Chair in RNA Viruses and Host with one of Western Canada’s it, usually beginning with the words; “Oh ya, well viable and variable stock; our children… and the Interactions. Dr. Debra Isaac, who largest paving contractors, E that’s nothing!” community has been doing this for people since is a Clinical Professor, specializing Construction Ltd. Well, of late, many of the stories that have 1947, when the town first sprouted roots. in Echocardiography within the In Sports, there is Wayne appeared on these pages have been spurred by a Snow Lake has never boasted a population Cardiac Sciences Department at Fleming (born here) who story in the previous issue(s). They aren’t really greater than 2200; that was our peak in 1979- the Libin Cardiovascular Institute served as assistant coach in the stories based on ‘going one better’ or embellishing 80, when we had numerous mines feeding a of Alberta. There’s Dr. Joe National Hockey League for the the facts, but they all hold one point of origin or spanking new mill. We had over 500 kids in the Tomkowicz, a Doctor of Veterinary Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames, foundation… Snow Lake. school; a Main Street full of cars, a bank that saw Medicine at the Animal Medical Philadelphia Flyers, Phoenix Most folks have heard the old adage, Nature vs lineups run out its doors, and a bar that was full Centre in Edmonton. Activist and Coyotes, New York Islanders, and Nurture. You know, how one’s DNA or physical and of revelers on nearly any night of the week. It has advocate Leslie Spillett, who is Tampa Bay Lightning. Ken Baird, mental makeup forms them into what they are; as seen a few high points since that era, and more the Executive Director of Ka Ni who laced them up and laid them opposed to the surroundings or atmosphere that than its share of lows, but through it all we have Kanichihk. Bryan Grimmelt, an out with the California Golden they are brought up in. Well, the argument can be produced generations of young folks who have Analytical Chemist and Biologist, Seals, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary made for either, but I think it is a little of both. gone on to accomplish some amazing things in who has worked as a Senior Cowboys, and Winnipeg Jets. Cal Chemist for Toxicology and Hammond, who was drafted by Analytical Services at U of PEI, the Montreal Canadiens in 1970, as well as a Lab Manager for acquired by the AHL’s Cleveland Technology Crops International Barons in 1971 and then eventually PEI and Phenomenone in signed by the Minnesota North Saskatoon. 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Those in attendance were: Mayor (CLPA) - General Permit 70716 to build with fire inspections; 4) Painting at the Under ‘Unfinished Business’ – A Utility Kim Stephen, Deputy Mayor Jodi Wilson, a boathouse and attached deck on part arena; 5) Assist public works as required; Account Adjustment requested at the Councilors: Richard Jones, Peter Roberts, Public Reserve fronting Lot 1 Plan 6964 6) Building maintenance and office last meeting was dealt with. A utility Brenda Forsyth, Penny Roberts, Youth WLTO Wekusko Lake (in NE 16-67-17W). administration as required. customer appealed to council after Member Alexander Fisher and Chief 3) Frontier Special Announcement Under ‘Committees of Council’, two receiving a quarterly bill in excess of Administrative Officer Jordan Willner. – Announcing Area 2 Superintendent- reports were presented and accepted. $9000. The ratepayer had left his home Councilor Robin Turnbull was absent. Designate Robert Chartrand. 4) Manitoba They were: A Finance and Administration vacant for the winter and thought he The meeting began with resolutions Infrastructure and Transportation – committee meeting held April 18, 2016 had turned the water off. The person to accept the minutes from the regular Informing the town of the amount of and a Committee of the Whole Budget had someone looking in on the home council meeting on April 5, 2016 Regular the Snow Lake Airport Operations Grant, Meeting held April 7, 2016. The minutes and they did not notice that a pipe had Council Meeting, as well as another which was $1,200 in support of the of both meetings follow respectively: The broken/leaked to the point that the town to approve the agenda for the current continued maintenance and operation Finance and Administration Committee eventually contacted the homeowner meeting. of the Snow Lake Airport for the 2015 of council met at 4:00 p.m. on April 18, about water running rapidly in the house. A resolution was put forward to review calendar year. 5) Manitoba Municipal 2016 in the Council Chambers. Present at The ratepayer explained the situation and and accept the period’s accounts and Government - 2016 General Assistance the meeting were: Committee Members: stated that he was incapable of paying it was resolved that Payroll internet Grant based on the 2011 census. The Chairperson Councilor J. Wilson, the bill. Council passed the following payments for $20,326.95 be approved grant is paid in two installments. This Councilors R. Jones, B. Forsyth, Mayor K. resolution: 154/16 - Moved by Councilor for payment and cheques #10505 to year’s first payment totals $15,628.79, Stephen, and Chief Administrative Officer Wilson, Seconded by Councilor Forsyth. #10539 for $197,394.36 be approved for while last year’s first payment was J. Willner. Whereas a request has been made to payment. $19,823.96. Council accepted all items of There were three items of General Council for a Utility Account Adjustment Under ‘Delegations’ there was one on correspondence by resolution. Business discussed at the meeting. 1) on Account #21200 0020; And whereas this evening: Corporal Eric Descoteaux of The Town Foreman’s Report was List of Accounts – The committee will the property owner did due diligence in the Snow Lake RCMP who appeared at received for filing. There was no report, recommend that a resolution approving trying to ensure nothing happened while 6:30 p.m. Corporal Descoteaux provided only an overview of regular and overtime the List of Accounts be presented to the residence was vacant; a recap of RCMP related occurrences in hours worked. Council on April 19, 2016. 2) Policies – And whereas over the first quarter Snow Lake during 2015, noting that there The Utility Maintenance Report was The committee reviewed and revised of 2016 the consumption on Account were 27 charges and nine warnings in received for filing. In it, Water and Waste policies regarding General Government #21200 0020 was 27,775 m3; Therefore respect to Speeding Violations last year Water Operator Kirk Melnick gave council and Staff Relations. 3) Banking RFP – be it resolved that the Council of the and five charges and one warning for a very detailed explanation on why the The committee will recommend that a Town of Snow Lake amend the first other moving and non-moving vehicles WWTP bacteria count was higher than resolution approving the Banking RFP quarterly billing on Account #21200 0020 during that period. He added that the the upper limit in his last report. He submitted by RBC be presented to to $254.01. The motion was carried. detachment served 63 Speeding Violation also informed council that on April 11 Council on April 19, 2016. Under ‘General Business’ council ticket and 20 Warnings since January an electrical problem occurred in the As there was no other business on the dealt with an Employee Training and 1, 2016, and that they will replace two UV panel at the WTP, which caused agenda, the meeting was adjourned at Development Request. In a vote of Police Motor Vehicles this year. Following the town to be without UV disinfection 4:45 p.m. five for and two against, they granted the summary, he presented the Snow for approximately 1.5 days. Melnick A Committee of the Whole held a approval to Taylor Gensisky to take his Lake Detachment priorities for the stated that the office of drinking water Budget Meeting at 3:00 p.m. on April 7, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Final 2016/17 to Council. They are: Impaired was notified, as well as the town office. 2016 in the Council Chambers. Present at Level at ACC in Brandon. Driving (target for 2016 - 10 impaired “The chlorine residual maintained in our the meeting were: Committee Members: Financial Institution Appointment – driving investigations); Seat belts treated water was at good levels at the Mayor K. Stephen, Deputy Mayor J. The council accepted the proposal from (target for 2016 - 15 violation tickets); time. The parts are ordered and will be Wilson, Councilors: Peter Roberts, Royal Bank of Canada to provide banking Education and Enforcement (Road Blocks, about one week,” Melnick advised. Penny Roberts, B. Forsyth, and Chief services of the municipality. Prevention campaigns, etc.); Speeding The Recreation Supervisor’s Report Administrative Officer J. Willner. Absent: Municipal Weed Inspector tickets (target for 2016 -120 Violation was received for filing. Items covered in Councilors: R. Jones, R. Turnbull. Appointment – Council appointed Randy Tickets); Crime Reduction: Offender the report were: 1) Repaired a leaking A review of the 2016 Town of Snow Compton as Snow Lake’s Municipal Weed Management Program; Respectful roof drain at the curling rink; 2) Took the Lake Financial Plan took place and the Inspector. Workplace; Property/Noise complaint: hatches off the vents at the curling rink; meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m. Request an Extension of Time on the Foot patrol on Elm Street after business 3) Painted the dressing rooms and the The minutes of both Committee Town Financial Plan – The council is hours; Patrol at Anderson Bay, Taylor Bay hallway at the arena; 4) Did residential Meetings were accepted as presented. currently in Payment-In-Lieu negotiations and numerous campgrounds in the area; garbage (one day). 5) Got the electrician The Fire Chief’s Report for the period with Hudbay and asked by resolution that Use the Anti-Noise Bylaw and educate - Trev’s Electric - to perform work on of April 1 – 15 was received for filing. the provincial minister extend their time community members; Youth: Involvement beach panel box; 5) Contacted Manitoba The Chief reported that there were no to file a plan, subject to any condition the with youth (Community activities); School Hydro to reconnect power from the callouts during the period covered by the minister considers necessary or advisable. talks, coaching, etc. Mayor K. Stephen hydro line that supplies power to the report - Practices: April 6, 2016 – The Telescoping Scaffold Ladder – This signed off on the RCMP Acknowledgment beach panel box; 6) Replaced the flush department held an Incident Command matter was moved to Unfinished Business of Consultation and thanked Descoteaux valve on the urinal at the curling rink; 7) System Review with Ron Scott facilitating. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 for his presentation to Council. He exited Removed the ice from the arena; 8) Office April 13, 2016 – The department went p.m. The next scheduled meeting of at 6:45 p.m. administration and building maintenance over some pumper training. Council is set for May 3, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. Council then moved to as required. For their Two Week Plan the Under ‘Mayor’s’ report: The Mayor ~ MJ from council minutes. ‘Communications’. 1) Communities Last year he passed it on to me 1974 – May 15th 1995 – May 16th to print in the paper. For your 1975 – May 15th 1996 – May 30th Ice out on Snow Lake? interest and in memory of Jim 1976 – May 9th 1997 – May 29th Pockett… here are the dates 1977 – April 30th 1998 – April 29th that the ice went off Snow Lake th nd from 1960 – 2015. 1978 – May 16 1999 – May 2 th th ~**~ 1979 – May 30 2000 – May 4 1960 – May 18th 1980 – May 2nd 2001 – May 11th 1961 – May 21st 1981 – May 20th 2002 – May 28th 1962 – May 22nd 1982 – May 17th 2003 – May 14th 1963 – May 11th 1983 – May 25th 2004 – May 28th 1964 – May 17th 1984 – May 15th 2005 – May 8th 1965 – May 11th 1985 – May 10th 2006 – April 29th 1966 – May 25th 1986 – May 20th 2007 – May 7th 1967 – May 27th 1987 – May 2nd 2008 – May 17th 1968 – May 19th 1988 – May 17th 2009 – May 26th th 1989 – May 14th 2010 – April 24th carpenter kept marked upon a 1969 – May 11 rom 1960 till his passing in 2006, rd th th F sheet of paper in his HBM&S shop. 1970 – May 23 1990 – May 20 2011 – May 16 Jim Pockett kept a journal of the th th When he left us, Al Styba thought 1971 – May 17th 1991 – May 14 2012 – May 8 dates the ice was off Snow Lake. that keeping it current would be st 1992 – May 20th 2013 – May 18th It was just something of interest 1972 – May 21 a good tribute to Jim as well as an th th rd to him (and others) that the crafty 1973 – May 19 1993 – May 4 2014 – May 23 item of interest for townspeople. 1994 – May 19th 2015 - May 16th Page 4 THE Underground PRESS May 5, 2016

Why do we say that? by: Phyllis Verbeek

phrase’s use in print comes from the Pennsylvania pring has sprung and Mother’s day is celebrated S newspaper The Titusville Herald, November 1870. this Sunday! What a great time to think of flowers. The rather sarcastic article is about a New York We have a saying in English that goes like this: businessman, William Tweed, who was widely “April showers bring May flowers.” This is a simple believed to have stolen large amounts of public saying, a rhyme, and a proverb that most of us first money: ...deputations of the tax payers of New York heard at an early age and are still quite familiar waiting upon Mr. Tweed with the title-deeds of their with. Adults, usually parents and teachers, often mansions and the shrinking violet Tweed begging say this sentence to children in springtime to them to pardon his rosy blushes. Can it be that introduce them to the life cycle of the seasons and he is a humbug? The implication was: not visible months. This rhyme is a way of suggesting that the to the public, avoiding attention, and/or living in month of April is traditionally a rainy (or snowy, if withdrawal. When using the term we might think of you live in Northern Manitoba) time of year, but someone who is instrumental to a project; however, that this time of rainy weather gives way to May, wishing to remain obscure and avoiding public when flowers will bloom because of the water knowledge of his/her input. provided to them by the April rains. This is a saying “Everything is coming up roses” is a term we all used not only to teach children about the seasons, wish to describe our lives. Roses are a popular but also a proverb that is a comfort to people during flower enjoyed by most everyone. To say that difficult times. It is a reminder that even unpleasant everything is ‘rosy’ or ‘coming up roses’ implies that things, like the heavy rains of April, can bring about life is good at this time; we have been marked by very enjoyable things, things such as the abundance favor, success and/or ease of execution. The saying of flowers in May. In this sense, the saying reminds originated in the United States in 1957, when it people that a period of discomfort can provide the became the title of a popular song from the musical basis for a period of happiness. “April showers bring ‘Gypsy’. The lyrics of the song ‘Everything’s Coming May flowers” is also a lesson in patience, reminding Up Roses’ were written by Stephen Sondheim and us that we often have to wait for good things to the music by Jule Styne. It is interesting to note that happen and that these things are worth the wait. in 1932 the Democrats launched their presidential ‘Shrinking violet’ is a floral term we use to campaign promising that ‘Everything will be Rosy describe modest and introverted individuals. The with Roosevelt’. Writer’s note: Rosy with Roosevelt inference is a comparison of a generally secluded - Tumultuous with Trump? woodlands flower to a timid person. The shrinking May everything be coming up roses for you this part suggests recoiling or declining as opposed spring and summer! Happy mother’s day to all the to reducing in size. The earliest example of the Moms out there!

‘The ‘What’s the story?’ column is an overview; or the telling of ‘the story’ on a different Snow Lake resident in each edition. Each issue's Bits and Bytes - Technology at Work subject(s) is asked a series of ten questions that allows readers to get to know them a little better. In this issue we ask, 'What’s the story' on… By: Peter Purves Dianna Bartley? How long have you lived in Snow Lake? for many products provide free shipping options Moved here(by train from Flin Flon- no road to Snow Lake then) in ast year Target closed 133 large brick and mortar L with the exception of larger or heavier items that 1960, so 56 years in September. stores across Canada, after losing a staggering $1 What is your age and marital/ family situation? warrant a premium. Unfortunately, the method of billion dollars in the 22 months it was in operation. I am 67 years old; married to my best friend, Glen. We have two shipment is through courier services that are simply It begs the question; if mega-stores like this fail daughters, Kari (Zane), Cory (Dennis) and four grandchildren 6 - 15 years, not available in rural communities and as a result so completely in this evolving market of on-line who are the light in our lives. the ordering system will simply not ship product shopping verses traditional brick and mortar stores, What do you do for a living? to you based on your postal code. They do offer what is the future for stores across our country. I am retired, after working as the Snow Lake RCMP detachment clerk in-store pickup. Based on a purchase in Snow Lake, In most cases larger businesses have gone for 36 years. this would mean an inconvenient commute to their through an evolving process of merging their What is your favorite book(s)? Winnipeg or Saskatoon stores. storefront operation with a back end on-line order I don't have a favourite, but like suspense and true life books. Home Hardware has taken a similar ordering What is your favorite TV show(s)? system, and in some cases, shipping the product to model to that of Canadian Tire. Their online order Grey's Anatomy and Amazing Race and I like The Ellen Show. your doorstep. system provides customers access to their complete What is your favorite movie(s)? Amazon.ca is the on-line powerhouse across catalogue of items for sale, and typical delivery Top Gun. Canada and offers a vast array of items through time to our local Snow Lake store is within one to What is your favorite food(s)? its warehouse or one of its affiliated businesses. two weeks. Additionally, customers have access to Most everything! Take care when placing your order, as products Home Furniture items sold with a Home Hardware 7 What is your favorite song(s)? sold through Amazon’s warehouse still treat digit order code, so if you are interested in a couch You Are My Sunshine, but I like most music - partial to country. communities outside major centers as ‘remote What is one thing most people don’t know about you? or dining room set you can order this with free local communities’ with unjustifiably high shipping costs That I worked as a 'car hop' at A & W in Brandon, Manitoba, back in delivery to your selected store. Specialty items can that can only be described as punitive. Affiliated the day of outside in-car eating. also be ordered directly through the store; such companies that ship products on behalf of Amazon What is the thing you like most about Snow Lake? as custom windows and doors and freight charges are more adaptive and include shipping options Where do I start? Firstly, our beautiful, peaceful surroundings (I always are kept to a minimum. Larger purchases - like such as Canada Post, with reasonable shipping costs say we are living in God's Country) and secondly the sense of 'family' in garage packages - can be ordered through the to its rural customer base. But be careful not to this community - no matter who you are people are there for you, which Home Building Centre arm of Home Hardware, but press that commit to buy button before checking is so evident when there is a tragedy of any kind and, of course, the it is best to work with store managers to refine the safety and security we enjoy here. DB the total cost of getting your product to your home. specific components options first. Canadian Tire has recently spent $400 million Sears Canada has long been a successful retail dollars upgrading their order system that includes and catalogue store, but has struggled in their the ability to create a cart of items that will be transition to support an on-line component to their shipped to or collected from a selected store. If business. Their product selection is exceptional; a product is available at the store it will be put however, the post sales tracking and shipping aside for you, or for items not available, they Anglican/ United Church options fall well short of what competitors offer will be shipped free of charge to the store, and their customers. (102 Balsam Street) a notification will be given to remind you your In all, on-line shopping continues to be an purchase is ready for pickup. Although this does COMMUNITY OF FAITH evolving method of making purchases. The most not ship your product to your doorstep; it does successful businesses are those that have been able Gathers Sundays at 11:00 AM ensure the items you are interested in buying will to adapt to the changing marketplace, and leverage Service of Worship and Coffee time be on hand when you go to the store, thereby their store front retail business division with their eliminating the hassle of searching for out-of-stock Everyone Welcome on-line business division. items, rain-checks, and additional visits to the store For buyers in rural communities, keep an eye This is our statement of Faith : to complete your purchase. This on-line ordering on convenience, cost, and delivery options open system also allows you access to a greater selection To answer God's call to be a welcoming to you. One thing that has been constant in of goods than smaller outlets traditionally stock. community of faith, working together for this evolutionary industry is change and we will Other hardware stores like Rona and Home continue to see the industry adapt as it matures. JUSTICE, KINDNESS, and LOVE. Depot have excellent on-line order systems, and Page 5 THE Underground PRESS May 5, 2016 One of the greatest tragedies in mankind's London, Rome... Parres? entire history may be that morality was By Jim Parres hijacked by religion.

HOCKEY AGAIN heritage. Any old timers from Flin Flon, ~ Arthur C. Clarke The current situation is that ‘hockey now living in Snow Lake, will remember saturation’ is upon us again. A game this 1956 gem of a ballad by Irvine Friese almost every night. Lucky us. (Habs from Birch River, Manitoba. It was fans, not so much.) I was torn between very popular at the time and came out Marios’ Penguins and the New Yawk recorded on a 45 r.p.m. record. Rangers in a series that pitted the Stall Even if you’re a ‘young timer’ I’ll bet brothers (Eric and Mark) against Matt you’ll still get a kick out of it. I like to sing Murray, the Pittsburgh goalie, all being it acapella as it has a better effect that Special Events from Thunder Bay, Ontario. Now that the way. Something like Stan Rodgers sang Town of Snow Lake Office is open Mondays and through the lunch hour! Pens have won the series, I’ll cheer for ‘Barretts’ Privateer’, a classic Maritime RC Legion #241 Whist/Crib Nights, 7:30 p.m., May 6th, 13th, & 20th (Clubroom) them all the way to the Cup. If they can song, which is Judge Doug Shaw’s RC Legion #241 Meat Draws, 4:00 p.m., May 7th, 14th, & 21st (Clubroom) stay hot, that is. IF. Hopefully. favorite song. Doug and I played hockey Legion Ladies Auxiliary Monthly Meeting,7:00 p.m., May 9th (Clubroom) Marc’s Blackhawks are showing St. in Thunder Bay for the Lawyers’ team a RC Legion #241 Fun Bingos, 7:00 p.m., May 5th, 12th, & 19th(Clubroom) Louis why they’ve won so many recent few years back. (And no, I’m not a real RC Legion #241 General Meeting, 11:00 a.m., May 21st (Clubroom) Stanley Cups. That series has had some lawyer.) Elks' Club Chase the Ace, 5:00 p.m., May 6th, 13th, & 20th (Motor Inn) good moments especially when the Senior Soup and Sandwich Day, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., May 20th (Sr. Centre) Hawks came back from the 3 –1 deficit in Flin Flon Song Family Resource Centre AGM, 7:00 p.m., May 12th (Family Resource Centre) Game 6 to tie the series at 3! Welcome to Kindergarten, 9:30 a.m., May 12th (JH Kerr School) It’s a big shock that there are no It was in October on a bright autumn day Kindergarten Screening, call for appointment, May 24th (JH Kerr School) Canadian teams in the Stanley Cup Four men left Birch River for far far away SLMM Mining Week Celebration,11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., May 27th (Mining Museum) playoffs this year. Injuries did in the They were headed to Flin Flon to work in Montreal Canadiens and I guess our the mine dollar didn’t help the rest of the teams Where the rain never falls and the sun Ongoing Events (Just a theory). never shines. Anglican United Church, 11:00 a.m., Sun. (Anglican-United Church) I enjoyed the feature article on Ken Snow Lake Christian Centre, 10:30 a.m., Sun. (Christian Centre) Baird and his hockey career. I remember Twas a rough ride to Flin Flon pulled in Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church Mass, 10:30 a.m., Sun. (Catholic Church) Baird from his Flin Flon days. Ken was around noon Snow Lake Baptist Church, 11:00 a.m., Sun. (101 - Lipsey Drive) a fair bit younger than me. I imagine We had never yet heard of the old TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly),6:00 p.m. Thurs. (Ang-United Church Basement) winning the AVCO cup was a pretty big ‘Greasey Spoon’ Town Council Meetings – 6:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tues. (Council Chambers) deal. Winnipeg had some great teams. We were tired and hungry, thirsty as the MMF Monthly Meetings, 2nd Monday each month, 7 - 9 p.m. (Reading Room) Did Baird get to play with the Riverton dickens Rifle (Reggie Leach) while with the So we all make a beeline for the California Golden Seals? (There might Richmond Hotel. have been some crossover there?) courtesy of Hudbay Leach’s recent book takes the reader on We picked out a table – ordered a round Reggie’s life journey and it’s quite a trip. And talked over jobs we could get Although I have several ‘Reggie’ stories, I underground remember him best for getting me tickets Just how long we sat there well I’ll to NHL games. He always came through never know at no cost to me. But what did we care, we had no I got to skate with Al Hamilton in his place to go. prodigy days in Flin Flon. That was the year the Bombers had an A and B team. Well, we finally got up, walked the I was 19 or 20 and I think Al was around streets up and down 15 or 16. I hadn’t skated since playing Just to let people know there were midgets for the Lions team and my farmers in town skating (and skates) were pretty shaky. Twas then we decided to follow the Tracy Pratt, Cal Purinton, Bob Willy and I mob were buddies back then. Trace was the And go to the office and ask for our only one who made it to the NHL. I think job. he played for, like, 7 teams? Journeyman Lyle Willy was our coach. Bobby Kirk They hired us on as muckers first rate coached the Bombers ‘A’ team. I know And told us to be there next morning I didn’t impress anyone with my skating at eight back then, but I eventually improved, so They gave us big boots and a hat that I got to have a lot of fun playing hockey was hard in later years. I played in the Vanguards Back thru the gate yelled goodnite to band with Maurice Oakes who was a the guard. trumpet player. He went back and forth from the Bombers ‘B’ team to the ‘A’ To work the first morning in a dark team. smoky place My neighbor in Texas, Kerry Ketter, We saw many things there were was all excited to be going to the big electric muck trains Edmonton reunion. He is a former I’ll work here till April and then I’ll be hockey player and golf pro. Kerry had gone just caddied for Ron ‘The Killer’ Kilby, Back home to Birch River that’s where from McAllen Texas who won the Senior I belong. Championship at the Harlingen Country Club in March, 2016. I think it was Kilby’s My battered old lunch pail I’ll hang on 5th or 6th title there. the wall In keeping with the spirit of the You never know, I might be back here upcoming Snow Lake/Herb Lake reunions next fall in 2017 (as Marc keeps reminding us) In case I don’t make it I’d like to I would like to present an occasional confess song or poem that I believe is pertinent You can give my regards to HBM&S. to our Northern Manitoba culture and ~ London, Rome... Parres? Asking someone, “where are you” is a recent thing. Before we had mobile phones, the only way we could talk to people is if we knew where they were. ~ WebWisdom Page 6 THE Underground PRESS May 5, 2016

whose goal is for Canada to join the United States. achievement. 13 At the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, 100,000 17 Canada’s official phone number is 1-800-O- Testing the waters? condoms were provided for the Olympic village and Canada. they ran out. 18 There is a ghost town in Northern British Co- 14 Canada has a $300 Gold Coin with a Narwhal on lumbia, Canada called Kitsault that was abandoned it almost overnight in 1983. Everything is still there 15 Canada has a free service run by volunteers to and the power is still on. The whole town was pur- drive you home if you’re too drunk to drive yourself chased by an American, who wants to turn it into a during the holiday season resort for intellectuals. 16 An experimental program called Mincome ex- 19 The last duel in Canada was between two men isted in Canada in the 1970’s and gave everyone a who were so terrified of dueling, one fainted and minimum income just for being a citizen. It resulted the other was seized by horror. The guns were also in slightly fewer hours worked, but saw overall loaded with blanks. increases in health, happiness, and educational

...LINDSEY continued from page 1 matter of conjecture that he wasn’t prepared to MLA will be figuring the ins and outs of the job, entertain. which he acknowledges will take a little bit of time. Concluding the interview, the new MLA said, “I’d “But the first thing, and actually the only thing like to thank anyone who voted for me in Snow I promised to do is to get back to the riding and Lake, Todoule Lake, Flin Flon, or anywhere else. I meet with the leadership… talk to the people in all appreciate the support. To the people who didn’t communities I represent and listen to what they vote for me, I hope four years from now when we have to say.” have another election, I will have won your trust He expects that it will be tough working with and support and together we will do great things.” a conservative majority; however, he remains The Provincial vote went overwhelmingly to optimistic and anticipates taking his seat. “I the Conservatives; of the 57 up for grabs, they suspect that they have their agenda, which is took 40 seats in the province; the NDP were left in dramatically different than what ours would opposition with 14 seats and the Liberals picked have been in government, so it will present some up a couple and now represent 3 ridings in the challenges, but also present some opportunities,” Province. Flin Flon Riding results were somewhat he said. different: Tom Lindsey (NDP) – 1080, Angela Enright Lindsey says that it is too early to say whether he (CON) – 948, Leslie Beck (LIB) – 917, and Clarence will take on a shadow cabinet role or to speculate Pettersen (IND) – 355. In a losing effort, Snow Lake where the leadership of the party will end up, once again bucked the riding trend, voting: Angela although he says that there will likely be an interim Enright (CON) - 145, Tom Lindsey (NDP) – 70, Leslie leader announced at some point in time. When Beck (LIB) – 24, and Clarence Pettersen (IND) – 17. a leadership vote will take place he said was as a The Snow Lake totals do not reflect the advance poll. MJ

The measuring device above showed up next to the 'Government Dock' on the afternoon of Friday, April 29th. One suspects it was installed by those in charge of monitoring Snow Lake and will be used to measure the lake's level. By the look of the device the lake is down at least 3 points. But then again, anyone with a set of eyes doesn't need a stick in the water to let them know the lake is very low! MJ CANADIANISMS 2016 Ford F-150 1 During WW2, Britain shipped its gold reserves and foreign securi- We want to say ties to Canada in crates labeled ‘Fish’. They were stored for years in Super Crew FX4 an office building in downtown Montreal, where 5000 people worked Thanks for the throughout the war without having a clue about what was hidden in their basement. Only $335.00 2 Slovakian women’s hockey team qualified for the 2010 Olympics Great Attendance by beating Bulgaria 82-0, and then lost to team Canada in Vancouver Bi-Wkly! 18-0 at the 2nd Annual 3 There’s a place in Vancouver that provides a safe space for intrave- 0% Over 72 nous drug addicts to inject themselves. They provide clean needles, food, and drug addiction counseling. Snow Lake Leisure 4 No cow in Canada can be given artificial hormones to increase Months!! its milk production. So no dairy product in Canada contains those Show. hormones. (Plus tax/fees) 5 The Rhinoceros Party, a registered political party in Canada, was founded in 1963. It was led by Cornelius, a rhinoceros, and his party promised to repeal the law of gravity and change Canada’s currency to bubble gum, so it could be inflated or deflated at will. 6 For one day in 1940, a section of a hospital in Ottawa, Canada was declared an international territory, so a Dutch Princess could be de- livered as a full Dutch citizen (a requirement to be a Dutch Princess). Every year Netherlands sends Canada a gift of tulips to show their gratitude. 7 Canada has specifically banned members of the Westboro Baptist Church from entering the country. 8 In 1995, there was a referendum for Quebec’s independence from Canada. There was 94% turnout, with 50.58% voting to stay with Canada and 49.42% voting to declare independence. 9 Residents in the town of Churchill, Canada leave their cars unlocked to offer an escape for pedestrians, who might encounter Polar Bears on Main Street. 10 In the 1930 World Ice Hockey Championship, the Canadian team was considered so dominant that it did not participate in the knock- out tournament. Canada was right away put into the final game and the tournament was played to determine an opponent. Canada won. like us on facebook 12 There is a Canadian organization called United North America Page 7 THE Underground PRESS May 5, 2016 April 28th… our day of national mourning

ABOVE: USW # 7106 Vice President, Terry Hornyak addressing the Day of Mourning crowd ABOVE: Glen McAuley laying roses for his friends ~ all photos by Marc Jackson On April 28th, people across as a day on which they can renew with bowed heads. ence Funk; Agnes Hornyak, laying a Canada and in numerous countries their commitment to fighting for Following the silence, Hornyak wreath on behalf of the Snow Lake around the globe, gathered and safer workplaces, and in the pro- began calling forward those who Health Auxiliary; Marc Jackson marked an extremely important cess, ensuring no further workers wished to lay wreaths. They were: laying a wreath on behalf of The day in the lives of working people have to make the ultimate sacri- Robin Turnbull and Teri Olafson Underground Press; Mayor Kim everywhere. The International Day fice. and their girls, who laid a wreath Stephen and Deputy Mayor Jodi of Mourning is an occasion where The restrained and somber in remembrance of friends from Wilson laying a wreath on behalf people grieve for the departed ceremony began with an overview Sudbury, Pam Stoupe, who laid of the Town of Snow Lake and and struggle on for those who live of the observance by USW #7106 her wreath on behalf of CUPE finally, Glen McAuley laying three with the loss of limb and livelihood Vice President, Terry Hornyak; he Local #8600, Jackie Brew and red roses in remembrance of Jim through the debilitating effects of relayed the purpose of the day and Pam Stoupe who laid a wreath ‘Punker’ Young, Rick Semeniuk, industrial accidents and diseases. the reasons that people gather in memory of Bruce Brew, Cathy and Glenn Woods In Snow Lake the day was for it. Hornyak told the gathering Stabback who laid her wreath in Hornyak ended the ceremony marked by a good sized gathering of the workers who had lost their memory of Harry Roberts Sr. and with words of sorrow yet opti- of 47 people in front of the Snow lives in the nation’s workplaces Eric Stoltz; Chardel Tandy and mism, then thanked everyone for Lake Miner’s Memorial. the previous year and recounted Carol Denby who laid a wreath in attending and invited mourners to Many attendees see the day as by name, community, and local memory of their father Bill Denby; the Snow Lake Senior’s Centre for an opportunity to honour lost and the members that USW had lost Ron Spruyt, who laid a wreath on refreshments and fellowship. MJ injured co-workers, friends, and in the same time span. He called behalf of USW Local # 7106, Scott family. Additionally, those within for a moment of silence in their Meuse and Phyllis Verbeek, who the labour movement recognize it memory and the crowd abided laid a wreath in memory of Clar-

'Incident at Stall' penned by former Snow Laker Randall Hans Crone. The poem was written for the Day of Mourning and was dedicated to Bill Denby, Annual Tom Campbell, and Bob Tandy.

The captain climbed up to the top of the raise, entered the sub-drift and peered C e n t r e General through the haze, with legs a bit shaky, his breath running rough, sat on the muck pile, collapsed with a huff. Family Resource Meeting The shifter behind him cleared manway of sprags, rushed to his partner but stumbled and gagged, fell on his knees to the cold rocky ground, gasped in his Family death, uttered no sound. Resource The miner who followed, gaped in surprise, the horror of tragedy assailed helpless eyes, he backed down the ladder, fought with despair, found nearest Centre valve and cranked on the air. Date: Thursday May An element was absent, burned up in the blast, humans without it, mere 12th moments they last, oxygen, sweet oxygen, your praise must be said, lack of your presence left two good men dead. Time: 7:00 p.m. It never seems just and it never is right, that mining men die in their prime, at their height, just doing their jobs in order to feed, the families they love; cherish Contact Person(s): and need. Jo Traill or Ann Marie Butt Everyone is welcome! PHONE: 358-7141 Page 8 THE Underground PRESS May 5, 2016

features as well as have the presence during the Canada Day concrete poured this summer, celebration, the BEC will hold two BEC rallies strongly to stave off collapse with hopes of having everything further raffles; one in summer installed before the 70th”, Arpin and another in winter and offer explained. “Of course things up framed photos donated by don’t come cheap… especially Beverly Taylor and Marc Jackson things like concrete, so the as prizes. And an interesting majority of our money will go suggestion that gained traction at towards that, and raising more the meeting may see the group money is a huge focus for us right set up a ‘GO Fund me’ account, now.” allowing expat Snow Lakers to With new members come help out with the cause. new ideas of how to increase Arpin confides that getting a the BEC’s funds. This meeting land survey done (that all work put several in motion. The BEC hinges upon) remains a huge will hold a Father’s Day Raffle issue that the BEC is working with 1st prize being a 34 inch, 79 diligently to overcome before cc, gas powered, Poulan Snow beginning physical work. “We Blower donated by Erven’s, 2nd never realized this would be so place is a custom made sign difficult to get done, it has been of choice by Lars Works (Lars a huge cloud over our head for Stoltz), and 3rd place is a camo a year now,” she said. The group bag package donated by Stylish hopes to secure the survey within storage, as well as gifts by Steph the coming month or so. Ross. “The snow blower is on Nevertheless, residents will see Sunset Bay Beach ~ photo by Marc Jackson display at Cornerview, tickets work by the town begin as soon One major decision made at the gathering are $10 each or 3 for $20 and as the frost leaves the ground. fter facing the very real possibility that the A was to decline a ‘Canada 150’ grant. The reason available for purchase through They will remove and replace Snow Lake Beach Enhancement Committee being; they would have to commit all the money members, at HD Central, the culvert that runs through the (SLBEC) could fold and their secretary putting they have to secure matching funds from the Cornerview, and the town office,” centre of the beach, put in a new forth a last ditch plea for new membership, it grant and that money can only be earmarked noted Arpin. “We will draw the swing set, purchase and install appears the group may have finally attained the for things such as fill and a new dock. “All things winners at the conclusion of the new volleyball and tennis nets, bodies required to put their ambitious plans into which we have agreed are for the town to take MMF Fishing Derby, which will be sift the larger stones from beach action. care of, not us,” said Arpin. “We are in a much held on Sunday, June 19th at the sand, and acquire new quotes on The SLBEC held a very well attended meeting in better position financially just keeping what beach. a dock. the Town of Snow Lake’s council chambers on the we have made so far, which is $39,719 to date During the Stanley Cup The Beach Enhancement evening of April 18th. An overview of the project ($60,000 short of their initial goal of $100,000) Playoffs, the group plans to hold Committee’s next meeting will to date and a number of other objectives were on and concentrating on the splash pad solely for several hockey pools at the Snow be held at 6:30 p.m. on May 16th the table for discussion. “My cry for help worked, now.” Lake Motor Inn and will have a in the council chambers. Arpin as there were barely enough chairs at the One large issue facing the group at present is barbecue at Cornerview while hopes the group continues to meeting; with 15 of us there, along with a couple a $10,000 donation from Cornerview, which had selling their Father’s Day raffle generate interest and those who new members who have committed, but could a stipulation that it be put towards a splash park tickets. Their Walking Derby that were at the last gathering as well not make the meeting,” said the committee’s prior to June 18, 2016. So that the deadline is took place during the ‘Winter as new members show up for secretary, Jill Arpin. “Due to so many new met, the committee decided to buy several small Whoot’ was so successful they it. “With so many more minds members, the meeting was mostly just a recap of features for the park and install them at a later plan to hold another now that and hands, all of our hopes of what has happened… so we were all on the same date. “We would like to get the land leveled by the weather is more conducive. enhancing the beach are actually page.” the mushroom and piped in for all the planned In addition to a fundraising attainable,” she said. MJ Snow Lake WELCOME TO Curling Club KINDERGARTEN/ The Snow Lake Curling Club KINDERGARTEN would like to thank all the SCREENING volunteers and sponsors that helped make our 2015-16 Welcome to Kindergarten season a success. May 12, 2016 9:30 am Special thanks to For children (age 5 before December 31, 2016) and Cornerview Enterprises for their parents. Please call the school office (358-2281) to confirm their continued support of our attendance. local clubs. We hope to see you all next year! Kindergarten Screening Thanks again. May 24, 2016 Please call the school office to make an appointment (358-2281). Terry Hornyak Please bring your child's birth certificate and President immunization record. Snow Lake Curling Club **Child must be 5 years of age by December 31, 2016 and entering Kindergarten in September 2016. Page 9 THE Underground PRESS May 5, 2016 CORRECTION In our page 7 story from the last edition, 'A Forsyth Saga', it was stated that the year Bill Forsyth left Snow Lake's JH Kerr School was 1987... actually, 1982 was the year he * Fun Bingo EVERY Thursday graduated. 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(L): Kelly Wiwcharuk, Velma Yates, Gary Davis, Sheila Ritchat, Donna Rolles It Benefits Us All. Complete your census May 10. ~ photo courtesy of Sharon Stubbs

On Thursday April 14, 2016, the Snow Lake Health Centre held their years of service awards for employees of the Northern Health Region. This special event was held at the Diamond Willow Inn, starting with a dinner for recipients and guests followed by the presentation of the service awards. Receiving awards were: 35 years of service Donna Rolles 15 years of service Kelly Wiwcharuk 10 years of service Sheila Ritchat 5 years of service Velma Yates 5 years of service Gary Davis Each recipient was presented with a gift and a rose bowl. ~ submitted by Sharon Stubbs Famous last words 01. "I know you have come to sister Mona, the Apple kill me. Shoot coward, you are founder’s last words were, only going to kill a man." Fac- "Oh wow. Oh wow. Oh wow." For every person ultimately missed in the 2016 Census, Manitoba loses $46,000 in federal transfer ing his assassin, Mario Teran, 04. "Go on, get out – last payments over the next five years. This money, as well as information from the Census, is used to a Bolivian soldier. Ernesto words are for fools who make important decisions about your community’s roads, hospitals, schools and social services. "Che" Guevara haven’t said enough." To his 02. Leonardo da Vinci was housekeeper, who urged him also overly modest, saying, to tell her his last words so So when you receive your census form, take the time to do your part for Manitoba. “I have offended God and she could write them down mankind because my work did for posterity. –Karl Marx, not reach the quality it should revolutionary, d. 1883 manitoba.ca/census have.” I guess the Mona Lisa 05. "KHAQQ calling Itasca. We isn’t good enough? 03. According to Steve Jobs’ ...LAST WORDS cont. on page 12

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Paint Lake's new fire truck is Snow Lake's old one. ~ photo courtesy of Troy Steeves The majority of Snow Lakers got ing the old truck for his new depart- their first good look at the Town ment, Steeves’ thoughts were of the of Snow Lake’s new fire truck on benefit it would be to fellow cottag- Canada Day in 2011. That was the ers. However, when his son Mark first year that it took center stage in – a Mechanical Apprentice - was the annual parade. As community tasked with doing the safety on the members who helped in the effort old yellow truck, the elder Steeves to raise the money to purchase it, became nostalgic. we all know where the truck cur- “Being involved in the depart- rently sits. In the Fire Hall… where ment, I had to let them in to do the it and the worthy volunteers who safety on the truck,” said Steeves. operate it stand ready to serve the “Watching them, all I could think of community at a moment’s notice. was the many days and great times However, are there any among us I had over the years during my time who know where the town’s former at the Snow Lake fire hall. The many fire trucks reside? Well it just so guys that I got to know and the happens that both sit 250 km to the many who are no longer with us. north in Thompson! The old 1950’s But here was my son Mark working classic Diamond T is in storage at on this old truck and it was still mak- Thompson’s airport and the late ing memories for people. Now the 1970’s vintage GMC has found a new guys and their families here at Paint home with the Paint Lake Volunteer get to start with this old truck… and Fire Department (PLVFD). As it hap- it is the pride of our small fleet of pens, a former Deputy Chief of Snow three. Something to Lake Volunteer Fire Department now be said for a truck staffs the truck at the PLVFD. Troy that has raised a Steeves is the president of the Paint half a million dol- Lake Cabin Owners Association, a lars, what with what PLFD Firefighter, and a person who we raised for our Notice of Public Hearing was instrumental in the acquisition hall and what Snow of the old pumper. Lake raised for their TrienniAl review of AllowAble fees for new truck. So I guess “I was involved in Paint Lake get- cAshing governmenT cheques ting the old Snow Lake Fire Truck,” maybe this is two PURSUANT to amendments made to the Board at 4th Floor 330 Portage Ave., said Steeves in an early April email. stories, one of the truck affecting my The Consumer Protection Amendment Act Winnipeg MB R3C OC4, or b) by email to “At that time we didn’t have a fire (Government Cheque Cashing Fees), S.M. [email protected]. Submissions must hall big enough to fit the truck, so family, and the other 2006 c.17 the Public Utilities Board (Board) be received by the Board on or before May 20, we began the huge undertaking of story of this old conducted public hearings in 2007, 2010 2016. and 2013 towards determining maximum truck causing two Following review of submissions received, the building a new fire hall, which we amounts to be charged, required, or accepted Board will determine whether there is a need just completed this month.” At a small towns to come as a cheque cashing fee for cheques issued by for an oral hearing. If not deemed necessary, together and raise the federal and provincial governments, local cost of $280,000.00, Paint Lake Cot- the Board will deliberate on the fee schedule, government bodies, and government agencies a lot of money for a taking into account all comments submitted. tagers completed the new fire hall as as designated by regulation. On March 7, 2014, good cause.” MJ If a public hearing is deemed to be necessary well as a new community hall. the Board issued its decision (Order 25/14), by the Board, it will begin June 20, 2016, and, which is available for viewing on the Board’s When initially involved in acquir- in that event, interested parties will be notified website, www.pub.gov.mb.ca. and provided with procedural information ahead of the hearing date. In Loving Memory The AcT requires ThAT 169(5) The board must review its existing Procedure Ron Graham orders under this section at least once The Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure every three years. After the review, the apply, and are available on the Board’s board must make a new order that website and either upon request to the replaces the existing orders. October 15, 1942 ~ May 7, 2015 Secretary of the Board (at 400-330 Portage Such reviews resulted in Board Orders 72/07, Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0C4) 51/10 and 25/14. or by calling at (204) 945-2638 or 1-866-854-3698 (toll free). The Board’s email Gone are the days we used to share, The Board has now begun the process of address is [email protected]. conducting the required triennial review and But in our hearts you're always there. seeks input from any and all interested parties. DATED this 22nd day of April, 2016 Never more than a thought away, Submissions are to be made in writing to darren christle the Public Utilities Board, a) by mail to Loved and remembered every day. Secretary, Public Utilities Board Forever in our hearts Loving wife Donna and family

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...LAST WORDS continued from page 10 must be on you, but cannot see you. Gas is running low." Last radio communication before her disappearance. Amelia Earhart 06. Frank Sinatra died after saying, “I’m losing it.” 07. George Orwell’s last written words Starring: Peter Dinklage, Lena Headey, Emilia Clarke, and Kit n each issue, we write a short review of selections under the were, “At fifty, everyone has the face he I Harington categories of Music, Books, Television, and Film. The picks and deserves.” He died at age 46. If you are one of the few people out there who isn’t watching reviews may not be for everyone... just a matter of opinion. 08. Napoleon’s last words were, "France, ‘Game of Thrones’, don’t worry, no spoilers here, ‘cause armée, tête d’armée, Joséphine."("France, sooner or later you will indeed be watching it. It is the hottest Music army, head of the army, Joséphine.") show on television right now. The reason why? It is well done, *Saint Cecilia EP – Foo Fighters 09. Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre turned to many of the characters are honourable - Tyrion Lannister The title song of this collaboration – Saint Cecilia - has to be (Dinklage), Jon Snow (Harington), Daenerys Targaryen (Clarke) his partner Simone de Beauvoir and said, one of the finest the Foo’s ‘ever’ put out and is definitely my and some are evil personified - Ramsay Bolton (Iwan Rheon) “I love you very much, my dear Beaver.” current favorite tune. Classic Foo Fighters! These guys have and King Joffrey Baratheon (Jack Gleeson). But most of all, 10. "Now I shall go to sleep. Goodnight." – the uncanny ability to continually churn out great music, year you just never know who is going to die next. And let me tell Lord George Byron after year, album after album… the greats just keep coming. you, there have been a large number of deaths during the six 11. Rainer Maria Rilke said, “I don’t want I’m of the opinion that the Lion’s Share of the credit has to go seasons this show has run. ‘Game of Thrones’ is set in the the doctor’s death. I want to have my own to Dave Grohl and I’m certain if Kurt Kobain was still alive, the mythical middle ages and is inspired by George R.R. Martin's two of them definitely wouldn’t be touring as ‘Nirvana’ and I freedom.” best-selling book series ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’. A must see. think Grohl would have surpassed Kobain’s celebrity years ago. 12. Nostradamus predicted, “Tomorrow, at By the way, a Foo Fighter is what US Air Force pilots called sunrise, I shall no longer be here.” He was Film UFO’s during the Second World War. Although this EP boasts right. *Deadpool – Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, T.J. only five tunes and Saint Cecilia is by far the best on it, give a 13. Author Vladimir Nabokov was also an Miller, and Ed Skrein listen to ‘Iron Rooster’ and ‘The Neverending Sigh’. entomologist, particularly interested in You kinda know where ‘Deadpool’ is going right from the opening credits… they note that the movie is a film by ‘some butterflies. His last words: “A certain but- Books douchebag’; it is produced by ‘asshats’ and stars ‘God’s perfect terfly is already on the wing.” *Deception Point – Dan Brown idiot’. It is crude throughout, gruesome to a point, and pretty 14. Author Herman Melville died saying, Although Brown is most noted for his books ‘Da Vinci Code’ damned funny. Deadpool starts with an amazing action “God bless Captain Vere!” referencing his and ‘Angels and Demons’, he has several other good ones in sequence on a bridge; then leads into the main character’s then-unpublished novel Billy Budd, found his catalogue. ‘Deception Point’ is one of them. The book back story. Reynolds is the main character and plays a former on his desk after he died. involves the apparent discovery of life outside our universe Special Forces soldier who works as a mercenary of sorts. He 15. Marie Antoinette stepped on her in the midst of a Presidential Election campaign (unlike the finds love and almost immediately afterwards discovers he has current one that has such life looking for the nomination, but executioner’s foot on her way to the guil- terminal cancer. As a last ditch effort for a cure, he submits to I digress). Much of the early part of the book takes place near lotine. Her last words: “Pardonnez-moi, an experimental treatment administered over months, which the Milne Ice Shelf, off the coast of Ellesmere Island and it is so monsieur.” (Monsieur, I beg your pardon) turns him into a superhuman, but also completely disfigures realistic, you can almost feel the cold and hear the wind. The 17. When Harriet Tubman was dying in him. He spends the rest of the movie trying to extract story involves treachery, blackmail, corruption of office, and 1913, she gathered her family around and retribution on the man who disfigured him – Ajax (Skrein). The a bit of romance for those so inclined. Like many of Brown’s they sang together. Her last words were, movie, although pretty crude, is actually quite entertaining offerings, it is a real page turner. Definitely recommended! and Reynolds gets back to his comedy routes (Waiting), where “Swing low, sweet chariot.” he belongs! I’d watch it again. MJ 19. Italian artist Raphael’s last word was Television simply: “Happy.” *Game of Thrones – HBO (Season 6 began on April 24th)

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Public Hearing: 2016 Financial Plan PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Town of Snow Lake intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year of 2016 at a public hearing to be held on: Friday, May 27, 2016 5:00 PM Town of Snow Lake Council Chambers Copies of the Financial Plan will be available at the Town of Snow Lake Town Office on Monday, May 2, 2016 for anyone wishing to get a copy prior to the above meeting. Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided.