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The Argyle Settlers, Rails and Trails To date, Phase 3 of the museum’s Museum and Danica’s Village recent- project has included fi nancially secur- ly received funds from the Brant-Ar- ing its new property, moving two of gyle Legion Branch #222 (in memory the museum’s three buildings to the of Faye Dunlop). new property, constructing founda- The legion presented both commu- tions for each building, and installing nity organizations with cheques in the a new farm fence. amount of $500 from funds that came Currently, the museum rents 700 from the legion’s 50/50 campaign. square feet and operates in the Argyle “Settlers, Rails and Trails has a great Community Centre basement. The fa- relationship with our local Brant-Ar- cility allows the museum to showcase gyle Legion #222,” said Shayne Camp- a mere one per cent of its holdings. bell, the museum’s president and ex- The museum’s collection is made up ecutive director. of over 1,700 cultural artifacts from “We work together on major com- around the region, over 1,400 items in munity projects such as Remem- the museum’s Canadian Flag Collec- brance Day and D-Day commemo- tion, and over 15,000 digital and pa- rative services. They assist us with per archival documents, according to historic research of local veterans, Campbell. and we provide the fi nished product A big part of the museum’s desire TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY EVAN MATTHEWS for their archives. to expand, according to Campbell, Charlie Dunlop, middle, accepts a $500 cheque in memory of his wife “They have always been very gener- comes from the size of the exhibits, Faye Dunlop for Danica’s Village from Brant-Argyle Legion members ous to the museum, providing funds which boasts the second largest fl ag Ron Watson, left, and Wayne Henderson, right. Monies raised by to help with our Veterans of Brant-Ar- collection in Canada. Danica’s Village will be used for the construction of “buddy benches.” gyle Exhibit.” That fl ag collection will be on dis- Campbell said the funds will be play in the Manitoba’s legislative added to the Shared Heritage Fund — building’s rotunda on three separate to continue with Phase 3 of building occasions during 2020. By the year 2027, the Settlers, Rails and Trails Museum hopes to have RRSP Season is a great time switched its designation from a local for a fi nancial review to a regional museum. One the most fulfi lling aspects of my career Shared Heritage Fund update is meeting with people, and this time of year is very exciting for me as I like to combine In February 2019, the Argyle Mu- RRSP season with an annual review. These seum unveiled its goal of fundraising reviews are a wonderful opportunity to $50,000 per year, kicking off in March ensure that your investments are on track. There are many changes that you can go of the same year. Campbell said (at through within a year, this time is perfect to the time) the museum’s goal is to raise make sure that your strategy, asset allocation $150,000 for the endowment fund over and goals are still aligned in spite of all these changes. A change may be the birth of a the next three years. child or grandchild; children heading off to As the museum approaches one cal- Brant-Argyle Legion members Henderson, left, and Watson, right, college or university; changes in income endar year since unveiling the Shared present Argyle Museum executive director and psresident Shayne or job, health or lifestyle; plans to make a Heritage Fund, Campbell said the or- major transaction, such as buying or selling Campbell with a cheque for $500 on Feb. 4. a home. Annual reviews are a proactive ganization is close to its goal, having way to keep up with the latest changes in raised $41,000, to date. makes consistent withdrawals from capital funding now and putting it your investments and to ensure you are not The Shared Heritage Fund is the its invested capital. taking on unnecessary risks in your portfolio. away in an endowment fund, the mu- There is not one strategy that is perfect museum’s endowment fund, a capital The capital put into an endowment seum won’t have to rely on commu- for everyone, each client is unique and in funding campaign, spread over three fund is generally used in a company’s nity funding in the future, and will be a different place in his or her plan, some years. An endowment fund is typical- operating process. totally self-suffi cient. situations are more complex than others are ly established by an organization that and the conversations surrounding them Campbell says by generating more are never quite the same. Once new RRSP money comes in, it is prudent to revisit the asset allocation of your client’s portfolio. Annual reviews are also an excellent time to look at insurance and make sure you have enough coverage in the right places. RCMP respond to thefts in Warren If you would like to meet over coffee or tea By Jennifer McFee The offi cer arrested two adult females and left without taking anything. and have a review done please reach out to schedule a meeting. I am always happy to Over the past several weeks, RCMP with Winnipeg addresses and one RCMP Cpl. Julie Courchaine urges help and meet new people. have responded to multiple thefts in youth in that vehicle, which turned community members to contact the Warren. out to be stolen. Charges are pending RCMP if they see anything suspicious. Laura Woodman Investment Advisor On Jan. 27, a Ford F150 was stolen on possession of stolen property. The “You know what’s going on in your CIM, FCSI from a house in Warren. other two stolen vehicles were recov- community and you normally know Industrial Alliance Securities Inc. Then on Feb. 2, a Honda Civic and a ered in Winnipeg. neighbours. So if you do see anything 204-806-8388 GMC Sierra were stolen from a house On Feb. 3, two dirt bikes and an ATV out of the ordinary, call RCMP at any [email protected] www.woodmanwealth.ca in Warren. Police on patrol noticed were stolen during a break-and-enter time,” she said. similar vehicles travelling together at in Warren. “If you have outdoor lights, turn a high speed, along with a third vehi- On Feb. 4, someone broke a gate and them on. Look out for one another cle. The offi cer put on the lights and si- entered a property in the RM of Rock- and don’t leave anything unlocked.” rens, and one of the vehicles stopped. wood. They checked the diesel barrel The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 3 The $64,000 question; IEHF’s treasurer resigns, citing questionable practices By Patricia Barrett generally, administration fi lls in ap- The treasurer of the Interlake-East- plications for grants. That’s all there is ern Health Foundation (IEHF) board, to it. Sometimes they need a second which has been tasked with fundrais- signature.” ing over $5 million for a proposed pri- Sigmundson said the IEHF has re- mary care clinic/teaching unit near ceived grants from the SDCF in the the Selkirk hospital, resigned last De- past and “it’s never been an issue.” cember, citing questionable practices “We fi ll in grants all the time. It around grants. doesn’t commit the board to anything; Bill Bodman, a retired chartered ac- it’s just an application for a grant,” he countant who joined the IEHF when said. “We’re fully supportive of our it was established in 2015 and served executive director and the work she as treasurer and chair of the invest- does.” ment committee, said he had not been As for the signatures, Sigmundson apprised of a $64,000 grant the IEHF TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY BRETT MITCHELL said he was told “local people were applied for and received. He “discov- Interlake-Eastern Health Foundation treasurer Bill Bodman resigned unavailable [to sign] so [McCallum] ered” it after a bi-monthly update of from his position, citing questionable practices around grants. had two other board members sign the books. it.” And there’s nothing in the IEHF When he realized the money had policy that says it has to be a chair or come out of the Selkirk General Hos- vice chair. pital Fund, which is managed by the When grant applications are suc- Selkirk & District Community Foun- cessful, he said the board is informed dation (SDCF), he started asking either at meetings or by email. questions. The IEHF’s mandate is to raise mon- “If you’re going to support a clini- ey for healthcare in the region, and cal teaching unit, is that for the good The Selkirk & District Community Foundation grant application form. it doesn’t specify whether it’s to go of the Selkirk hospital? I think you’re towards construction or equipment, stretching it,” said Bodman, whom the said Sigmundson. In this case, the Express spoke with at his home in Sel- mela McCallum – who also serves tions, necessarily,” said Sigmundson, $64,000 it got from SDCF is support- kirk last week. as executive assistant to the IERHA’s who wasn’t the chair at the time of ing the construction of the facility. In his resignation letter of Dec. 16, CEO and is a director on 10040899 the $64,000 grant application. “It’s the The SDCF was formed in 1995 to es- 2019, Bodman wrote he was “troubled” Manitoba Association Inc., which will same in my other capacity as a CAO tablish endowment funds and distrib- be the developer, owner and operator [RM of St. Andrews interim CAO]; by the IEHF having applied for money Continued on page 5 from a fund that’s earmarked “mainly of the proposed clinic – fi lled out the for equipment” and exclusively for the SDCF’s application form for the grant, Selkirk hospital. And he failed to “see said Bodman. The form specifi es that the justifi cation” for awarding that a chair/president, a vice chair/vice CEDAR ESTATES money to the design and construction president or a treasurer is to sign it. of the proposed clinic/teaching unit. “It was two board members that He said the IEHF received the grant signed it and they weren’t the chair, 55 Plus ($32,000 a year over two years) on the vice chair or treasurer,” said Bod- April 17, 2019. man. “Even if you only need two sig- COMMUNITY The intent of the clinic/teaching unit natures, I think the board should is to broaden access to primary care know about it. Proper business proce- 350 4th Street and to train doctors for rural commu- dure is such that the chair, vice chair Winkler, MB R6W 1J8 nities served by the Interlake-Eastern or treasurer should be signing on be- Regional Health Authority. half of the [foundation] – they usually Interlake-Eastern is the only RHA have the signing authority – not any • Located downtown Winkler, within walking distance of grocery, in Manitoba without a physician old board member.” clothing, furniture and electronic services training facility and that’s been cited Bodman, who has about 12 years’ ex- • Buyer invested condos - as the property value increases, as one of the reasons for a chronic perience working on foundations, in- the profi t is yours shortage of doctors. Hospital emer- cluding the SDCF and the Thomas Sill • Actively funded Reserve Fund gency rooms in communities such as Foundation, said it’s a “safeguard” for • Ground level, indoor heated parking Eriksdale, Arborg, Gimli and Pinawa any foundation to have senior board • Each condo has its own thermostatically have been subject to rotating closures members approve grants, especially controlled furnace/air conditioning unit or reduced service availability ev- when a signifi cant amount of money • Community living at its best, with a noon meal program ery month for several years now, and is being requested. 4 days a week • Frequent social events planned by the residents some ERs have been permanently “Some [IEHF] board members were • Monthly common fees include all hydro/natural gas, shuttered (e.g., Teulon) because of an blindsided,” said Bodman. “And I’m surprised [SDCF] accepted the IEHF’s air conditioning/heating, water, common area, inability to retain doctors. building maintenance and upkeep Not only did the application tap do- application.” The IEHF’s board chair DJ Sig- • Each condo is sound proof and has its own private balcony nations reserved for the Selkirk hos- • Attached to the ALG Professional Centre which includes the mundson told the Express last Friday pital, but it also escaped the attention C. W. Wiebe Medical Centre, pharmacy, restaurant, bank, there was nothing irregular about the of the IEHF board by virtue of not dental centre, denturist plus many more businesses having been brought before it for dis- grant process, and the board gener- • Presently several units are available for purchase – cussion, said Bodman. ally doesn’t talk about who applies for for more information call a local realtor “If you’re applying for a signifi cant and signs grant applications. grant, which this one is, you would be “I’ve been on the board a few years Peter and Julia say “We had no idea what a wonderful place Cedar Estates bringing it to the board,” he said. now, and the board doesn’t authorize was. We have lived here for 3 years now and are still oohing and ahhing at The IEHF’s executive director Pa- applications. We don’t sign applica- how much we enjoy this place. We hope to live here for many more years!! 4 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 Stonewall Kinsmen and Kinettes celebrate 100th anniversary By Jennifer McFee The local Kinsmen and Kinettes joined Stonewall council for a photo last week a way to commemo- rate the 100th anniversary of the organization. On Feb. 5, members of the service organization visited the council chambers before the regular meeting began. Kin Canada was founded on Feb. 20, 1920, in Ham- ilton, Ont., for the purpose of serving communities across the country. For the past century, the all-Canadian association of service clubs has remained dedicated to meeting community needs by completing timely and rele- vant programs. TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JENNIFER MCFEE Stonewall council declared Thursday, Feb. 20 as Kinsmen and Kinettes joined Stonewall council before the meeting on Feb. 5. Kin Canada Day and the week of Feb. 16 to 22 as Kin Canada Week. Council encourages residents “We think that there is a generous community out $7,500 towards the South Interlake Seniors Re- to pause and refl ect on the accomplishments of the there,” Webb said. source Council, and this year they are requesting Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs and to salute local Other Heritage Committee projects will also con- the same amount of funding. Council will consider members. tinue in 2020, with a focus on the cemetery, com- the request during budget deliberations. In other council news: munity engagement and Stonewall Remembers to • Stonewall resident John Kroeker is being in- • Allan Webb spoke to council on behalf of the commemorate service people. ducted into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame Heritage Committee. This year, the committee’s The committee didn’t ask council for any fund- in June. To mark the moment, the town will place main focus will be on the effort to save the kilns. ing in 2019; however, this year, they are asking for a $250 congratulatory ad in the induction banquet In February 2019, they hosted a meeting to recruit a $1,000 grant to use towards printing brochures program to congratulate Kroeker. volunteers for the project. Since then, fundraising and other expenses for the kiln project. Council will • The mayor and CAO will execute the emergency efforts have begun. Two individuals have each do- consider their request during budget deliberations. co-ordinator contract agreement between the town nated $10,000, and the committee hopes more resi- • David McKinder also spoke to council on behalf and Dennis Peterson. As well, council accepted a dents and businesses will consider contributing. of the South Interlake Seniors Resource Council, recommendation from the municipal emergency Other ways to support the effort include purchases which has served nearly 400 people in the Stone- co-ordinator regarding remuneration for the emer- of the kiln photo, as well as postcards and pins. wall area this year, including 62 Victoria Lifeline us- gency volunteer team. Other organizations have hosted various fundrais- ers. The organization provides an equipment lend- • The original agreement that allows Stonewall ers to help support the project. ing service as well as ERIK kits to aid emergency Karate Club to use Scouts Hall has expired. The The committee has identifi ed about 60 businesses personnel. The organization also offers a transpor- karate club was interested in entering into a new that they would like to approach with a corporate tation program, publishes a resource guide and agreement to continue using Scouts Hall, so the fundraising package, which they will create after oversees Meals on Wheels. CAO executed the agreement. costs are determined by an engineering report. For the past few years, the town has contributed Town of Stonewall considers annexation for future growth By Jennifer McFee annexed will probably have signifi - quickly or for the near term. The value tial development means that we face The Town of Stonewall is consider- cant impact on all services in the com- of annexing the property that is be- signifi cant restrictions going north,” ing expanding its boundaries to allow munity. ing considered is so that all agencies Melnyk said. for future growth. “The area being considered for an- and groups can better plan for the “The location of the town’s lagoon The proposed plan is to expand a nexation is about the same size as the future of the community. Because of and the Grassmere drain to the west half-mile west starting at Road 78 and current developed footprint of Stone- our location, Stonewall will continue limits the opportunity there, although a half-mile east south of Highway 67, wall, so there would be a substantial to grow and now the RHA (regional some development can and will hap- and then straight up to the landfi ll increase in population and thus de- health authority), the school division, pen west of the Stonewall. To the east, site boundary by acquiring some land mand for services once the area is the town and other groups and agen- the town has identifi ed the area for that is currently located in the RM of fully developed. That development, cies can plan for that growth.” industrial, commercial development Rockwood. however, will probably take decades There are a number of practical con- along with residential, so that left go- Stonewall CAO Wally Melnyk said to complete, suffi cient time to plan for straints to the direction future de- ing south across PTH 67.” the annexation process would like- expanded or new schools, medical fa- velopment of the community can go, The proposed expansion could prove ly have little to no impact on local cilities and recreation venues,” he said Melnyk noted, so going south was a to be a benefi t for local businesses, he schools, health facilities, personal care in an email. logical option. added. homes and recreation hubs. However, “The strategic decisions on what “The need for a buffer between ag- “Expansion and growth of the town the development of the area that is gets built and when are not done gregate development and residen- should assist Main Street businesses since, in theory, there will be more people looking for goods and servic- Take care of details so they es,” Melnyk said. “Having said that, don’t have to. Just ask Ken. the town is currently working with the chamber and the business community 2400 McPHILLIPS ST. to identify opportunities and enhance Call the prospects for business retention JERRY VANDE and expansion in Stonewall.” Sales Manager Additional information about the Ph: 204-633-8833 annexation is posted on the Town of SHOP ONLINE AT Stonewall website at www.stonewall. 55 Main St, Teulon Call 204-886-0404 or visit www.klfuneralservices.ca WWW.JIMGAUTHIERGMC.COM ca. The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 5 Comedian medium coming to Stonewall on May 27 By Jennifer McFee were with regards to things that may said. A spiritual medium will be travelling have happened since their passing “When I deliver my messages, I re- across Canada for a unique evening at and things that happened while they ally make it an uplifting, encourag- the Heritage Arts Centre in Stonewall. were here. That’s a way of connect- ing moment about how these people Jennie Ogilvie, known as the “co- ing the person in the audience with impacted your life and how you will median medium,” will take the stage solid information of their loved ones. move forward impacting others.” on Wednesday, May 27 for an event It proves that energy is eternal and it When it comes to the comedy aspect, hosted by the Stonewall Chamber of lasts past our physical body.” Ogilvie said she likes to have fun with Commerce. This connection shows that death the people in the audience. For Ogilvie, she’s known since the isn’t so far away for somebody who “If they’re not quite understanding tender age of six that she could con- has passed, she added. something, we’ll have a joke or two. nect with spirits. She describes her- “The energy is fl uid. In my shows, I Every show is different,” she said. self as an unconventional medium. like to teach people what it is and how “The general idea of the show is to “Unconventional people do things it is that I’m aware of spirits,” she said. give me a platform to not only share differently. A lot of times in this in- “We’re all just a spirit. I don’t have to validation from your loved ones but dustry, people will focus more on val- be dead to be able to connect to peo- TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED to also give you an understanding of idations, which is what I do. But I’ve ple that are gone. The energy is just Tickets are on sale now for Jennie how death encourages you to live well learned through my whole career that there. It’s like a download of informa- Ogilvie’s show on Wednesday, May through lessons, through our experi- validations is just one piece of it,” she tion that I can then share with you.” 27. ences, through what we learn from the said from her home base in Calgary. Ogilvie believes that death can teach legacy of people who have passed.” “When I’m channelling someone, the people how to live well. they give me validations of who they “I like to encompass those moments of teaching people how to celebrate Continued on page 8 death in a death-positive way,” she > that. based on Class C estimates (not for the land,” said Bodman. $64,000, FROM PG. 3 SDCF’s executive director Beverley the purpose of bidding), and that the He added that the teaching unit is ute income for the benefi t of the City Clegg said by email that the Selkirk clinic would be fi nancially unviable a “good idea” as other rural commu- of Selkirk and the rural municipalities General Hospital Fund – which she unless 15 doctors came on board (he nities such as Portage and Morden- of St. Andrews and St. Clements. It said is called the Selkirk & District said he was aware of only six). Winkler have had success retaining funded 79 projects in 2018-2019 for a General Hospital Fund – can be used Furthermore, he said he hadn’t doctors. total of $360,858, according to its Com- for equipment “but is not limited to heard at the time of his resignation The Tribune reached out to health munity Report, which lists award re- just equipment.” whether the health minister had ap- minister Cameron Friesen, asking cipients. The $64,000 grant to the IEHF She added that the SDCF does proved the IERHA’s plan to provide whether approvals had been granted. does not appear on that list. “work with projects that are fundrais- funds to support the proposed clinic Spokesperson Olivia Billson acknowl- A November 2019 progress report ing,” citing a fundraising drive by the until the required number of doctors edged receiving the questions, but issued by 10040899 Manitoba Asso- Rotary Club to purchase echocardiog- had joined, and whether the minister did not answer them or provide an- ciation notes that SDCF provided a raphy equipment for the hospital. had agreed to transfer provincial land swers from the minister. grant [unspecifi ed amount and name Clegg implied that the SDCF may on which the facility is to be built. of fund] to pay for work by LM Ar- have rescinded the $64,000 grant it “You can’t have the project without chitects, the prime consultant for the had awarded to the IEHF last April. proposed facility. “The question is whether the CTU SHOWTIMES: [clinical teaching unit] is a part of the The SDCF’s Grant Guidelines docu- Please check individual listings ment states the organization does not hospital footprint or not, and although Due to various picture lengths showtimes vary typically award grants in support of it will be on the same parcel of land, it annual fundraising campaigns and is not within the building,” said Clegg. 319 First Street E., Stonewall, Man. operating costs, nor does it award “Therefore, the SDCF Board, with the 467-8401 grants that establish or create endow- support from counsel, has decided to PROGRAMPROGRAMS SUBJECT SUBJECT TO TO ment funds. direct the grant to a project within the CHANGECHANCE WITHOUT WITHOUT NOTICE NOTICE The Express asked SDCF why it had footprint of the hospital. It is physi- Cash only approved the use of a fund that’s cal location that matters most for this LAST DAYS: mainly for equipment for the Selkirk grant.” STAR WARS: WED & THURS Violence hospital (formally called the Selkirk She did not specify what that project FEBRUARY 12 & 13 THE RISE OF PG & District Health Centre) and what is. AT 8:00 PM SKYWALKER In addition to questionable grant its justifi cation was for approving a FRI-SAT-SUN-MON FEB 14-15-16-17 FRI-SAT-SUN-MON FEB 21-22-23-24 $64,000 grant to support fundraising practices, Bodman said he was con- (CLOSED TUES) AND WED-THURS FEB 19-20 (CLOSED TUES) AND WED-THURS FEB 26-27 for a construction project when the cerned the total cost of the proposed foundation doesn’t typically support clinic ($15 million) was “shaky” as it’s AT 8:00 pm AT 8:00 pm EACH NIGHT EACH NIGHT

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> Got news? Call Evan Matthews at 204-990-9871 getg heard [email protected] NEWS > VIEWS > STONEWALL > TEULON > WARREN > SURROUNDING AREAS Mathews family could use compassion PUBLISHER SALES Lana Meier Brett Mitchell By Evan Matthews ray of federal charges in the United Patrik Mathews’ story is one you just States — with sentences being sug- can’t make up, but it is tragic all the gested as lengthy as 90 years — and same. have been denied bail. For those who don’t know it: Though Mathews appeared in Mathews, 27, grew up on a property American court as recently as two near Lundar. weeks ago, by press time, a trial date REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER SALES The National Post reported Mathews had not been set. Jennifer McFee Stephanie Oland Duncan was diagnosed with Asperger’s syn- drome as a child, and oft-bullied and The Base isolated. The Base has been referenced in As an adult, he owned property in North American media as one of Beausejour and worked in construc- the continent’s most dangerous hate tion, eventually joining the Canadian groups. Having once been, simply, a military. He became a combat engi- group of neo-Nazi’s, the group has neer in Canadian Army Reserve, con- shifted its focus to recruitment and REPORTER DISTRIBUTION sidered to be an explosives expert. military training, with training and Ligia Braidotti Christy Brown Knowledge surfaced after an investi- organization centred on violence. TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED gative report by Winnipeg Free Press re- Intelligence analysts in America porter Ryan Thorpe named Mathews have told media outlets that The Base Former army reservist Patrik as a member of the alt-right neo-Nazi has an “apocalyptic vision,” an ideol- Mathews, an alleged recruiter hate group called “The Base.” ogy that supports a race war against for the neo-Nazi group The Base, After that report, without much minorities, and anyone who poses a is seen in a still from a video in warning or notice, Mathews disap- “threat to the white race.” The group’s which, U.S. federal prosecutors peared the summer of 2019. ultimate goal is to establish a white say, he calls for violent revolution. SPORTS EDITOR ADMINISTRATION Brian Bowman Jo-Anne Procter With information that has only come ethno-state. to light (publicly) since his arrest, The fi rst knowledge of The Base came past, largely in regards to his behav- American prosecutors, who now have to intelligence agencies in America iour in school and as a community Mathews in custody, allege he illegal- roughly two years ago, with analysts member. ly crossed into Minnesota in August telling media outlets that the orga- One need not read past local obitu- 2019. nization has chapters beyond North aries to realize Mathews’ family still He then spent time in Maryland and America, having support in Australia, has a presence in the Interlake region. Virginia, according to media reports. Europe and South Africa. While Mathews’ story is a gripping REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER ADMINISTRATION Early investigations and reports one — a story with rippling effects Evan Matthews Allana Sawatzky The reason for his arrest? show no clear sign as to what pro- and relevance not only here at home After intelligence agencies obtained voked Mathews to become affi liated but internationally — on a very local knowledge that Mathews and two with the hate group. level, this affects Manitobans: Inter- other Base members planned to at- As is often the case, many of his lakers. tend a gun-rights rally at the Capitol family members expressed shock and The old saying “One bad apple can building in Richmond, Va., law en- surprise in the media upon learning spoil the bunch” is an unfair assess- forcement offi cials moved in to arrest details of the case. ment in this case. them. Life is complex and full of nu- ADMINISTRATION PRODUCTION Three other members of The Base Of note ance, and unless we’ve walked in the Corrie Sargent Debbie Strauss were also arrested in Georgia around Local sources — off the record — Mathews family’s shoes, exactly what the same time as Mathews. have confi rmed national media out- Mathews (and company) face an ar- lets contacting them about Mathews’ Continued on page 9

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The > EMAIL US Advertising Deadline: Monday 4:00 pm Selkirk ecord Letters to the Editor: [email protected] prior to Thursday Publication Classifi ed: classifi [email protected] View the Stonewall Teulon Tribune online at The Winkler Morden News: [email protected] www.stonewallteulontribune.ca Voice Print: [email protected] The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 7 worship with us > FAITH gettinformedNEWS > VIEWS > STONEWALL > TEULON > WARREN > SURROUNDING AREAS ‘You are the Light of the world’ (Matthew 5:14) Since Christmas, we have been hearing references to Christ be- ing the light of the world, a light to dispel the darkness of this world. These passages of scrip- tures relate so well to the length- ening days that we have also experienced since Christmas. Soon the Sun will have enough strength to give off a little heat reminding us that Summer well eventually come again. As Christians we have no trou- ble seeing Christ as the light of the world but what can be sur- prising is when Jesus says that we are also the light of the world and that our light must shine TRIBUNE PHOTO BY LANA MEIER brightly before others. (Mat- The Old Farmer’s Almanac can be used to make more informed decisions about future plans that depend on thew 5:16) What does Jesus mean the weather, from vacations and weddings to sporting events and outdoor activities. The forecast for this when he says this? The simple week says fl urries and mild temperatures and sunny and cold from Feb. 19-23. The last week of February answer to this query is that we continuing into March will be colder than average with above average precipitation. If you have a weather must refl ect the light of Jesus. photo taken in the Interlake and would like to see it published, email us at: weather@stonewallteulontri- It is not as if we can be a source bune.ca of light independently from Our Lord. Rather it is that when we are open to Christ in our own Inwood WI disbands after 100 years in the community lives we become a conduit from which Christ’s light can shine. By Jennifer McFee and globally. ent to grow things in their country When we do, “they see your good After celebrating its 100th anniver- The goal is to empower women to compared to this country, mainly due deeds and glorify your heavenly sary last year, the Inwood Women’s make a difference. to the climate,” Eskilson said. Father.” Institute has now disbanded. The local group hosted a multitude “At one time there were 40 members. As disciples of Christ, we all The organization disbanded on Oct. of fundraisers, including the fall sup- Then we could really do more. Back in share in the mission to evange- 31 at its year-end meeting. On Feb. 19, per and the spring tea. the ‘40s, there was also the supporting lize the nations, that is to share 2020, the Inwood group would have “We also contributed to the com- the soldiers and groups overseas by with the world the goodness of celebrated 101 years, had it stayed to- munity. We had a scholarship going sending clothing and knitted articles. God and the desire God has for gether. for probably about 90 years. At fi rst, We were also quite involved with the all of us to share in his life and “It wasn’t easy. We hated to have it was given to a Grade 9 and in the building of the Inwood hall. That’s love. This is made possible when to fold, but we couldn’t get younger later years to a Grade 12 student in In- been 75 years since they started build- members and the rest of us were 60- wood,” Eskilson said. ing it in June.” we begin to pass on the same, plus,” said Sophie Eskilson, who was “We spent our money locally. We As for the idea of regrouping if more mercy, compassion, healing, president of Inwood WI when it dis- supported the 4-H big time. It’s a people show interest in the organiza- that the Christ fi rst extended to banded. good organization to belong to. We’ve tion, Eskilson agreed with the old ad- us. When done in a selfl ess and “We were down to nine members, so supported Inwood Manor, the skat- age of “Never say never.” humble manner people will it’s hard to do any projects or carry on ing rink, the music festival, Southwest “That could be a possibility,” she know instantly that what we anything. It’s too bad that we had to Palliative Care and the Teulon district said with a laugh. share, comes from God and they disband.” seniors’ group, as well as fi re victims The Manitoba Women’s Institute will in turn Praise God. Don’t be The mandate of the Women’s Insti- and pretty much anybody dealing thanks the Inwood WI members for shy to share the goodness of God tute is to welcome all women, regard- with health issues. And that’s just the many years of work within their com- with others, as a matter of fact less of their ethnic, religious, political tip of the iceberg.” munity, which helped to make it a bet- our own salvation depends on it. or educational background. The or- Geared for rural women, the orga- ter place. Fr. Barry ganization aims to connect women, nization maintained its focus on agri- Inwood Women’s Institute also par- Re. Barry Schoonbaert strengthen communities and pioneer culture. ticipated provincially, nationally and change. The local, provincial, national “Years ago, we had home economics internationally through resolutions Pastor of Christ the King, Stone- and international group promotes fo- with people coming to learn how to they wrote and donations they made wall; St. Joseph’s, Stoney Mountain; cuses on personal development, the sew and do different crafts and gar- to global projects to help women and and St. John Vianney, Teulon family, agriculture, rural development dening. Some of the people that came families improve their lives. and community action — both locally were immigrants since it was differ- 8 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 Celebrating Voyageur Day and Louis Riel Day: Family Day activities By Jennifer McFee Family fun is the theme of the holi- day coming up on Feb. 17. Oak Hammock Marsh will be host- ing Voyageur Day from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Visitors will have the chance to experience voyageur life through con- tests, competitions and games. Ban- nock bakes will take place at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. When you’re ready to warm up, you can enjoy movies about voyageurs in the comfort of the the- atre. “Voyageur Day is a great event for families who want to experience When do you predict the fi rst goose will some exciting winter activities such as arrive? Cast a ballot at Oak Hammock Marsh snowshoeing, while looking for ani- Interpretive Centre. TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY OAK HAMMOCK MARSH mal tracks or making their very own At Voyageur Day at Oak Hammock Marsh, visitors will have Last year, the fi rst goose was seen on March 18; bannock and cooking it over the fi re,” the chance to bake their own bannock. said spokesperson Jacques Bourgeois. however, the dates have ranged from Feb. 21 to April “Many games and Voyageur-themed 6 over the past 25 years. The contest closes on Feb. 29 “We are encouraging people to come and enjoy skating on the activities will test their skills in a — or whenever the fi rst goose is spotted. pond, tobogganing on Jimm’s Hill, or to try out the cross-country hands-on and entertaining way.” As another family-friendly option, a Louis Riel ski trail. We’ll have hot chocolate available all day,” said Heritage While you’re at Oak Hammock Day Celebration will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. at Arts Centre manager Catherine Precourt. Marsh, be sure to enter the First the Quarry Park Heritage Arts Centre in Stonewall. “We’re very pleased to collaborate with two local groups for this Goose of the Year contest. All you have Dave Lavallee will provide live entertainment from event. The MMF Stonewall Local helped us fi nd the entertainer. to do is fi ll out a ballot at the interpre- 2 to 4 p.m. They are also providing some small prizes for us to hand out. The tive centre to mark your prediction of This event will celebrate Métis culture with kids’ Canadian Parents for French Stonewall are helping cover the cost the date and time of the fi rst Canada crafts, face painting, games, bannock, hot chocolate of supplies for bannock.” goose’s arrival at the marsh. The win- and skating on the pond. Visitors are encouraged to Admission costs $3 per person, and more information is avail- ner will receive a family membership bring their own toboggans, snowshoes and cross- able by calling the centre at 204-467-7980. for one year. country skis. Get active for a chance to win $150,000 for the community By Jennifer McFee Rockwood, Stonewall and Teulon are joining forces in an from June 1 to 21 to be added to the overall pool. available while supplies last to help make events effort to be named Canada’s Most Active Community. App users will have the chance to earn prizes even better. Events could include try-it sessions, Together, the three municipalities will vie for the top ti- for themselves. multi-sport or multi-activity programs, open tle in the ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge, Alternatively, participants can track their houses, tournaments, festivals, school events, which runs from June 1 to 21. Along with the title of Cana- physical activity minutes on the ParticipAC- mayor’s challenges, neighbourhood fun runs or da’s Most Active Community, the winning community will TION website starting June 1. multi-organizational events. receive a grand prize of $150,000 to go towards physical “Right now organizations can apply for micro Eligible grant applicants include non-profi t activity initiatives. In addition to the national winner, fi nal- grants for physical activity programs to run over organizations; municipalities; schools; First Na- ists will also be recognized in all provinces and territories June 1 to 21,” said recreation director Laine Wil- tions, Inuit or Métis communities; and organi- with a cash prize. son in an email. zations that reach under-served groups. Last year’s contest tracked a total of 265,813,108 physical “Then come that time period, anyone can cal- Events must take place between June 1 and 21, activity minutes, and the overall winner was Enderby, B.C. culate their active minutes towards a grand to- and all recipients must complete a post-event All organizations, schools, sports groups and workplaces tal.” survey online within one month of the event. can participate and track their physical activity minutes as Grants range from $250 to $1,000 to help with The deadline to apply for grants is Friday, Feb. a team. All physical activity counts, including group ex- equipment, instruction, rental costs and market- 28. To apply, visit the ParticipACTION website at ercise classes, practices and even lunchtime walks. Every ing for participatory events or physical activity- www.participaction.com. For more information, minute tracked will go towards the community’s score. related programming. Free event kits are also email [email protected]. Residents can download the ParticipACTION app that will allow them to input their physical activity minutes > COMEDIAN MEDIUM, FROM PG. 5 For Ogilvie, she’s looking forward to coming lots of laughter.” to Stonewall for the fi rst time, following stints VIP tickets for a mix and mingle event are ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION across Canada, Scotland and France. already sold out, but advance tickets are still STONEWALL BRANCH - 467-2261 “I think it’s important that people understand available for $50 each. Tickets are available at Lic #418 that there’s going to be no singing of kumbaya the Stonewall Teulon Tribune offi ce at 74 Patter- and lighting candles. The people that want to son Dr., with payment by cash or cheque. JOIN US FOR attend should come with a really open mind Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the show runs and just enjoy the experience,” she said. from 7 to 9 p.m. Attendees must be 18 or older, CHASE THE QUEEN “I’m very down to earth. I have no fi lters. I’m and a cash bar will be available. a no-bullshit kind of a reader, so there are no For more information, visit Ogilvie’s website WEDNESDAY NIGHTS 7:00 PM angels and fairies showing up. It’s a no-non- at www.talkingtospirits.ca or call the Tribune POT IS $1825.00 AS OF WED. FEBRUARY 5/2020 sense show that incorporates life and death offi ce at 204-467-5836. ALL ARE WELCOME together with lots of celebratory moments and The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 9 Students share love of literacy

Staff as a great grey owl or bison. February is jam-packed with novel Balmoral students are encouraged ideas for I Love to Read Month at lo- to fi ll in a book report for every book cal schools. they read in February, which will be Teulon Elementary students enjoyed graphed according to mixed-grade a visit from a storyteller from the “family groups” of students. There Winnipeg Public Library, who shared will also be daily trivia about Mani- some page-turning picture books. toba over the announcements, and “When he read to them, they were the family group with the most cor- all captivated,” said vice-principal La- rect answers will earn a piece to add verne Kiel. “It was wonderful.” to the Manitoba puzzle map that is Plans are also in the works to bring displayed in the hallway. students from Teulon Collegiate Insti- Likewise, Ecole RW Bobby Bend will tute to read to their favourite picture be focus on the Manitoba 150 theme. books to the kids at Teulon Elemen- Special guests include Wab Kinew, tary, who will also bring their favou- Maryann Appleby, Murray Gillespie rite books. Later in the month, guest and Len Epp. The school will play the speaker Joan Hodgkinson is also ex- “Happy Birthday” song as a signal to pected to pay a visit to the school. drop everything and read. TRIBUNE PHOTO BY STEPHANIE DUNCAN “We try to do a variety of different Ecole Stonewall Centennial School Guest reader David Jacobson reads Robert Munsch’s The Paper Bag reading activities to impress upon the has reached out to council members, Princess to Teulon Elementary students on Feb. 5. students that you can read to learn local police and several community but you can also read for entertain- organizations to read with students. “Each day, I read a summary of the to learn from Brooke Darragh, MLA ment,” Kiel said. Activities will include wear red and day’s texts or show the classes a book Uzoma Asagarwa, MP James Bezan “So many of our reading activities read, dress like a voyageur, dress like trailer, and students vote for their fa- and Myles Blahut. are based on showing the kids how a storybook character, and camp out vourite. Their vote counts as an entry In Warren, students are engaging in much enjoyment they can get from and read. for a $25 Chapters gift card, which will a battle of the books. Each classroom reading, as well as reading to learn.” In Grosse Isle, students will read be drawn at the end of the month. If is reading contending books and they The reading activities don’t end to younger Rosser students. As well, a student has read the book(s) or is vote to advance them in the competi- there for Interlake schools. they will have the chance to dress up currently in the process, they earn an tion. Other activities include dressing Some Argyle students will have the as a favourite character or author, visit extra entry into the draw.” as their favourite character, dressing chance to attend I Love to Read Love McNally Robinson Booksellers, and Meanwhile, at Rosser Elementary their classroom like your favourite at the Burton Cummings Theatre, put participate in a 100-minute camp-out School, students are indulging in an book, and a home reading challenge on by 103.1 FM on Feb. 25. read-a-thon equipped with a blanket Out of this World space theme with and draw. Students who complete a Balmoral Elementary’s theme is “On and fl ashlight. rocket tents set up in the library and home reading challenge receive a bal- the Road to Manitoba 150.” Events in- The school will also participate in an alien activity day coming soon. lot for a draw for $300 for their class- clude dressing up as a favourite Man- the Tournament of Books for the third Other events include Flashlight read- room library. The librarian will have itoba person, place, thing or animal; year. ing Fridays, a star dome presentation, prizes for bonus entries for students dressing in colours of the Manitoba “This year, students had one week to pajama day and guest readers, includ- caught reading during their breaks. fl ag; dressing for the beach for Grand nominate their favourites and based ing parents and a guest from 106 FM. The students will also enjoy readings Beach Day; wearing a hat in school on their responses, I put together the At Stony Mountain Elementary from a long list of guest speakers. for a “Hats Off to Reading” day; and tournament bracket of 16 books,” ex- School, students have had the chance dressing as a provincial animal, such plained teacher Amanda Clemis.

> MATHEWS FAMILY, Ralph R. Eichler, FROM PG. 6 MLA for Lakeside Constituency Offi ce happened — and/or how it hap- 319 Main St. Box 1845 pened — is nearly impossible to Stonewall, Manitoba R0C 2Z0 understand. HOURS: Tues & Th urs 10 am - 2 pm TOWN OF STONEWALL PROCLAMATION Reading articles do not make us Tel: (204) 467-9482 BE IT DECLARED THAT the Council of the Town of Stonewall do experts, nor do they provide abso- Website: www.ralpheichler.com declare Thursday, February 20, 2020 Kin Canada Day; and lute confi rmation of how a situa- tion transpired. BE IT FURTHER DECLARED THAT the Council of the Town Fellow community members of Stonewall do declare the week of February 16 - 22, 2020 could be in need of compassion, Kin Canada Week, a Celebration of Kinsmen, Kinettes, and Kin support and love. in Canada, and urge all citizens to salute their local Kinsmen, While this is not absolving Patrik We are here to make a Kinettes and Kin Members. of his alleged actions, those who diffi cult time easier consider themselves to be his for your family. family should not be condemned for his alleged actions, either. However, Manitoba, Canada and the world will be following this case with great interest. 204-467-2525 • [email protected] 10 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 Oska the great grey owl brings learning alive at Marble Ridge Colony School By Patricia Barrett lack tufts. Students at Marble Ridge Colony School, south of Hodg- They have heightened hearing abili- son, had a hoot last Friday when a great grey owl dropped ties. They’ll perch on a tree limb or in for a visit and helped them understand the importance fence and listen for rodents — their of Manitoba’s emblematic bird. main food sources are voles and go- Oska, a three-year-old female, was accompanied by Dr. phers — running in fi elds and ditches. James Duncan of Balmoral-based Discover Owls, an or- And snow cover is no obstacle. They’ll ganization that supports owl conservation and research. plunge face-fi rst into a snowpack if Duncan tours the province, raising awareness about the they hear a rodent rooting around un- bird and the importance of preserving their habitats. derneath the snow. In Manitoba they Students in Sheena Letexier class prepared for Oska’s hunt in bogs, treed muskeg and along visit by undertaking research on the owl. forest edges. “The kids were super-excited to do these research proj- In addition to students, members of ects because we knew that Oska was coming. When she the Hutterite colony got a chance to got here, it just brought the learning alive,” said Letexier. meet Oska. “They used research skills, edited their work and pub- “We opened it up to the colony lished it, and we got to see a great grey owl and hear from members,” said Letexier. “Some of the an expert in the fi eld.” moms and the grandmothers came Letexier’s grades 4 to 8 students undertook the research with pre-school children.” projects while her kindergar- Oska stirred up a little bit of excite- ten to Grade 3 students did ment in the classroom when she de- poems and songs about owls. “DR. DUN- cided she needed a bird’s-eye view Duncan, who has PhD in of the students and took off from her CAN LET HER zoology and has worked for perch. Manitoba conservation and “She fl ew around the classroom. Dr. LOOSE AND HE the universities of Winni- Duncan let her loose and he warned WARNED EV- peg and Manitoba, has given TRIBUNE PHOTO BY SHEENA LETEXIER everybody because some people were about 280 owl presentations Balmoral’s Dr. James Duncan and Oska, a three-year- scared. When Oska went around the ERYBODY BE- to over 15,000 children and old female great grey owl visited the Marble Ridge room, there were a few screams,” said adults, according to the Dis- CAUSE SOME Colony School last Friday. Letexier. “Then we laughed.” cover Owls website. He also To help raise awareness of owls and PEOPLE WERE provides technical and sci- terials on owls and wildlife biology. the importance of preserving their entifi c expertise, supervises Duncan’s tour was organized by the area’s well-known habitat, Letexier said Marble Ridge SCARED.” graduate students, and re- bird afi cionado, Joanne Smith, who leads Christmas Bird Colony School gave a donation to Dis- searches and publishes arti- Counts each year in the Fisher Branch and Hodgson area, cover Owls. cles, books and technical ma- formed a bird-watching group at the seniors’ home in Fish- Funds from Dr. Duncan’s presenta- er Branch and organizes annual weed pulls on Sandy Bar tions support owl studies and conser- near Riverton to improve the habitat there for threatened vation efforts, according to the Dis- piping plovers. cover Owls website. The tallest North American owl, the great grey owl (strix Duncan also took Oska to the Fisher nebulosa) is found year-round in boreal forests across Can- Branch Chalet (seniors’ home). ada and a few states in the U.S., according to the Atlas of For more information about Discov- Breeding Birds in Manitoba. The owls have characteristic er Owls, visit discoverowls.ca or its bright yellow eyes, concentric rings around the face and Facebook page. Rosser council news in brief By Jennifer McFee tion break at the South Interlake Seniors Re- • At the Jan. 28 meeting, Rosser coun- source council at a cost of $500. cil supported a request from Voyager Internet • Council approved a proposed fi bre Inc. to place and operate a telecommunications optic cable installation by ROHL Global Net- tower on Sturgeon Road. works, working on behalf of Shaw Winnipeg. • Monica Baldwin of Grosse Isle Minor • Kelly’s Trucking submitted a minor Ball provided an update on the organization subdivision for conditional approval. The mu- and a funding request for the Phase 1 and 2 of nicipality will not require a development agree- the diamond improvement project. ment or collect capital lot levies for this minor • Eadie McIntyre and Cheryl Cathers of subdivision; however, these items will be re- South Interlake 55 Plus updated council on the quired for future rezoning applications for this organization’s activities and requested contin- property. ued fi nancial support. • Members of the public can provide • Doug Pickell and Alenka Howell of feedback to the Public Utilities Board About South Interlake Seniors Resource Council pro- Rosser and Rockwood’s application for revised vided an update on the organization’s activities. Grosse Isle water and wastewater rates. The They also requested a $500 grant for their an- deadline for comments or questions is Feb. 28. nual conference, as well as continued fi nancial Information is available on the RM of Rosser’s YOU COULD BE THE LUCKY WINNER OF A TRIP FOR TWO ANYWHERE support for 2020. website at www.rmofrosser.com. IN NORTH AMERICA OR A SUN DESTINATION THAT AIR CANADA FLIES • The RM of Rosser will sponsor a nutri- The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 11 Ukulele lessons, no strings attached at Something Beautiful Cafe

Newbies and regulars converge at free event to learn to play the ukulele and sing together at Something Beautiful Cafe. Anyone is welcome to come out and learn or enjoy the music on Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY LANA MEIER By Lana Meier on,” originating from eight strumming throughout Something Beautiful’s ing them proper fi ngering techniques. The sound of “Puff the Magic Drag- ukuleles and singing voices, carried Cafe last Thursday during the regular The ukulele is an ideal starting in- ukulele play and sing-along event. strument for those wishing to become Roughly eight to 15 regulars, along more musically capable. The ukulele with eager fi rst-timers, join in to re- has a low learning curve, allowing ceive free ukulele lessons from Wayne music enthusiasts to pick up several Changing the world Cathers. songs in an evening of instruction. The program, which kicked off earli- The program will meet again on er this year, primarily caters to begin- Thursday, Feb. 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. ners of all ages, using simple lesson at Something Beautiful’s Cafe and of- plans. fers a welcoming and pressure-free The 90-minute class is devoted to environment to learn the instrument. structured learning, while Cathers Anyone is welcome to stop by the guides the group in song while teach- cafe to enjoy the music as well.

TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JO-ANNE PROCTER Tabula Rasa, the Interlake’s young adult choir performed a very uplift- ing musical journey at Stonewall United Church last Thursday. Conduc- tor Kendra Obach, with pianist Lisa Highmoor and Don Horbas on per- cussion led the choir through songs that transitioned from darkness to light. ‘Can We Sing the Darkness to Light?’ demonstrated the power of music and how it can infl uence our emotion to make the world a better place. Obach invited the SCI Grade 11-12 Choir to perform three LEARN 150 PRESENTED BY pieces during the evening. For more information regarding Tabula Rasa contact Obach at [email protected]

PUBLIC BUDGET Learn 150, is now MEETING available for download at manitoba150.com The Board of Trustees of the Interlake School Division invites members of the community to attend a “come and go” Open House to view the PROPOSED 2020-2021 fi scal year budget. Trustees and senior Bring learning resources administration will be available to answer questions. developed by WE on We look forward to seeing you on: diversity, reconciliation, Thursday, February 20th, 2020 FUNDING PARTNER Heritage Arts Centre and healthy living into Stonewall Quarry Park your classroom or home! 5:30-7:30 p.m.

14598-MB150-Learn150Print/Online Ads[BigandColourful][4.9x6.5]-Jan2020-1.indd 1 2020-01-27 3:10 PM 12 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 inspired TFSA Confusion get In 2009, the Tax-Free Savings Account wait until January 1st of the following > MEAL IDEASIDEAS (TFSA) was established to encourage year before that amount is added back Canadians to put aside money, with- into your “limit”. If you over-contrib- Phone 467-5553 out having to pay tax on the earnings. ute, you are charged a tax of 1% of the Many get confused, due to the name amount in excess, per month (yikes!). Chilled Chocolate Souffl é including “Savings Account”, think- Another misunderstanding of TFSAs ing that savings accounts are the only is that many think that the growth of option. However, the TFSA is so much your investment reduces your contri- with Lots of Ginger more, with options of guaranteed bution room. This is incorrect. The gov- investment certifi cates (GICs), mu- ernment only tracks what goes in and occasionally until smooth. Remove the tual funds, ETFs, stocks, and bonds. I what comes out. Even if you withdraw bowl from the saucepan and whisk in personally think it should have been your growth from the TFSA, you can the remaining 1⁄4 cup water and the named as the Tax-Free Savings Plan, re-contribute that amount the follow- brandy. but no one asked me…sheesh! ing year (assuming that you had no Step 5: With a handheld electric mixer The other common confusion sur- other room available). on medium-high speed, beat the egg rounding TFSAs involves contribution Before you contribute to your TFSA, yolks, 1⁄2 cup of the sugar, and the salt limits. Each year, Canadian residents make sure that you are within your in a large, deep heatproof bowl until 18 or older with a valid SIN number, limits to avoid an extra bill in the mail Serves 4 to 6 well combined. Set the bowl over the will accumulate contribution room. from CRA. You can check your individ- 1⁄2 cup water saucepan of barely simmering water The fi rst year (2009) was $5000. This ual limit by contacting CRA or signing 1 1⁄4-ounce envelope plain gelatin year (2020) the limit is $6000. If you into your CRA online account. and beat for 15 minutes, or until the 1 pound bittersweet or semisweet have be eligible since 2009 and haven’t Cheryl Kirschman, Investment Advi- mixture is very thick and pale. Beat in chocolate, chopped contributed, your accumulated room sor, Credential Securities the chocolate mixture just until com- 1⁄2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into would be $69,500. If you do not contrib- Disclaimer: Mutual funds and other securities are bined. Remove the bowl from the heat, offered through Credential Securities, a division of small pieces ute fully, you can carry-forward that add the gelatin mixture, and beat until Credential Qtrade Securities Inc. 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Red River gas station around the province the Co-op purchases services and goods past few days, you probably noticed from FCL and money made at the re- that the gas price had dropped to a fi nery is invested back in these co-ops zero. to create local employment, invest in No, it is not free gas. The Red River infrastructure and provide patronage Co-op gas bars are having signifi cant to their members based upon the vol- fuel shortage due to an allegedly Uni- ume of businesses they do with Red for illegal blockades of the Shell and River Co-op. Due to this issue, many Esso fuel distribution centres that Red River Co-op gas stations are supply Winnipeg and the rural sur- closed and its employees are missing TRIBUNE PHOTO BY BRETT MITCHELL rounding areas. days of work. Red River Co-op gas stations are running out of gas due to a labour “Red River Co-op has no Unifor “Unifor is solely concerned about dispute. members under our employ, but they their union employees in Regina, benefi t pension. only taking care of its members. have brought their illegal blockades to employed by the refi nery. They have “FCL is preparing for a low carbon “This 60-day labour dispute is fu- stop fuel from getting to Co-op mem- shown zero respect for Red River Co- economy and the way energy busi- eled by corporate greed as Co-op ex- bers and customers. Red River Co-op op employees who are simply trying ness is being done needs to change ecutives to try pad their billion-dollar is taking every possible action to lift to go to work and take care of their in order to ensure that our business year profi ts by stealing worker pen- the blockade but we are not expecting families. Many of our employees are is sustainable and people continue to sions,” said Jerry Dias, Unifor Nation- the situation to return to normal until new Canadians, retirees and stu- have good jobs here in Winnipeg, ru- al President. Unifor’s illegal actions are addressed dents,” Red River Co-op stated. ral Manitoba and North Western On- Meanwhile, The Stonewall Co-op re- by the courts and legal system,” a Red River Co-op also added that tario, and across the CRS,” Red River ceived fuel by Monday morning, with statement read. they are not party to the negotiations Co-op said. several other locations in the prov- The whole dispute is taking place between Unifor and FCL. They com- There are 33 Red River Co-op gas ince also receiving fuel over the past in Regina, but its consequences are mented that the average total com- stations in Manitoba and two in On- few days. For more information, go to already affecting many people in pensation for a refi nery worker is tario. https://www.redriverco-op.crs/sites/ Manitoba. Unifor started a dispute at $172,000 and they currently have a 100 On the other hand, Unifor states it is redriver/ the Co-op Refi nery in Regina which per cent employer-funded defi ned Selkirk RCMP lay charges in armed break and enter Submitted by RCMP er told police that the two snowmobil- ited weapon when knowing posses- On Feb. 8, at approximately 1:30 ers appeared suspicious. sion unauthorized p.m., Selkirk RCMP responded to a Upon investigation, the broken · Weapons possession contrary report of a break and enter at a resi- down snowmobile was of the same to order and fail to surrender autho- dence in the RM of St Andrews, near make, size and colour of the one used rization Petersfi eld. in the break and enter earlier that day, · Careless use of a fi rearm The initial investigation has deter- and the two males fi t the description · Breaking, entering and com- mined that the homeowner was in- of the two suspects. mitting (x 3) side her home when the front door Selkirk RCMP along with offi cers · Breaking and entering with of her residence was forced open and from Gimli RCMP attended the resi- intent (x 2) two people entered. The homeowner dence on Highway 8, and took two · Personating a peace offi cer called her neighbours. As the neigh- males and a female into custody. A · Operation while prohibited bours arrived, they were confronted long rifl e and loaded handgun were · Theft of other motor vehicle by the two suspects. One of the sus- seized. · Using fi rearm in the commis- TRIBUNE PHOTO BY RCMP pects had a fi rearm. The homeowner Selkirk RCMP have laid charges sion of an offence The fi rearm used in the break and and the neighbours were able to safe- against both males in connection with · Pointing a fi rearm enter on Feb. 8 was modifi ed to ly fl ee the residence. The two suspects the armed break and enter. · Possession of weapon for dan- also fl ed the scene on a snowmobile. The suspects have also been linked gerous purpose shoot a .22 caliber bullet and was Offi cers conducted extensive patrols with other residential break and en- loaded at the time it was seized. of the area in search of the armed sus- ters in the area. On February 9, 2020, multiple charg- · Personating a peace offi cer pects. The additional break and enters oc- es were laid against David J Watts, 23, Both males were remanded into cus- At approximately 8:15 p.m., Selkirk curred at a residence on Jan. 23 in St. of Winnipeg, including: tody and are scheduled to appear in RCMP received a call from a resi- Andrews and a residence on Feb. 8 in · Breaking, entering and com- court on Feb. 10, 2020. The female tak- dence in the RM of St Andrews, after Petersfi eld. mitting (x 3) en into custody on Feb. 8 was released a snowmobile had broken down in On Feb. 9 multiple charges were laid · Breaking and entering with without charges. their yard and the homeowners had against Trevor Kyle Klatt, 43, of Win- intent (x 2) Selkirk RCMP continue to inves- given the two snowmobilers a ride to nipeg, including: · Operation while prohibited tigate, with assistance from East St. a residence off of Highway 8. The call- · Possession of a fi rearm/prohib- · Theft of other motor vehicle Paul, Stonewall and Arborg RCMP. 14 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Gunnlaugson team wins 2020 Viterra Championship

By Ty Dilello At 35 years of age, Jason Gunnlaug- son of Morris can fi nally say he’s a provincial champion. On Sunday afternoon at the Eric Coy Arena in Winnipeg, Gunnlaugson de- feated West St. Paul’s Mike McEwen in the fi nal of the 2020 Viterra Cham- pionship by a 7-4 scoreline in a game that featured lots of shots made and plenty of key mistakes that made for an entertaining encounter. Gunnlaugson and his rink of Alex Forrest, Adam Casey and Connor Njegovan will now represent Manito- ba in a few weeks’ time at the 2020 Tim Hortons Brier in Kingston, Ont. West St. Paul’s Mike McEwen, meanwhile, has a chance to join Gunnlaugson in TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY LANA MEIER the fi eld still as they will be playing in Rodney Legault Stony Mountain’s Rodney Legault, right, and the Sean Grassie team lost the wildcard game against Ontario’s 7-3 in the semi-fi nal game against Mike McEwen. Glenn Howard the Friday night be- fore the event starts. Tyler Drews (third) were the big sur- to McEwen for the third time in the Grassie in the 2v2 game. “It came together because we’ve as- prise of the week as the upstart rink event. Tanner Horgan’s Winnipeg Beach sembled a great group of guys. Con- advanced all the way to Sunday morn- “Our team really gelled together. foursome featuring the Lott brothers nor (Njegovan) and Alex (Forrest) ing’s semi-fi nal before falling to Mike We started the year off rough as a Colton and Tanner qualifi ed for the fi - stuck with me. I was cut. I was on an McEwen 7-3. new team losing our fi rst fi ve games, nal eight through the A-side but were island in curling, with no real pur- Grassie came into the event as the but we came together and did an un- dispatched on Saturday afternoon pose. They picked me up and they’ve eight seed and started off with a pair real job. Sean made some great shots after a pair of losses to Gunnlaugson just stuck with me and given me the of wins to get themselves into the A- throughout the Viterra and helped get and Ryan Wiebe. chance to become an elite skip. I think side qualifi er against McEwen. A tight us on our way,” said Rodney Legault. Stonewall’s Emerson Klimpke, the with this performance we can fi nally game saw Grassie on the losing end “For three of the players on the team, fourth shooter for Josh Friesen, went say that maybe I’m getting there,” but they would bounce back in the we’d never gone this far before at pro- 1-2 on the event. While Gimli’s Steen Gunnlaugson said. B-side fi nal to get into the champion- vincials,” said Tyler Drews, “so for us Sigurdson was one of the opening “I was a free agent and they didn’t ship round. we took things one game at a time, night’s casualties dropping their fi rst have a skip, so they got me on board. In the championship round, Grassie and as we kept winning we showed a two games of the event to send them They love playing and I love playing would rattle off another pair of wins to little more confi dence. This has been to the bleachers early. and we just played and played and fi nd themselves into Saturday night’s an amazing experience.” The 2021 Viterra Championship was played until we won the Buffalo.” page playoffs. In the 2v2 game, Grass- Granite’s William Lyburn which in- announced that it’s going to be held Sean Grassie’s Deer Lodge four- ie defeated Granite’s William Lyburn cludes Interlakers Kennedy Bird and in Selkirk next February at the Selkirk some featuring Stony Mountain’s 6-5 in an extra end to advance to the Wade Ford reached the fi nal four of Recreation Complex. Rodney Legault (lead) and Lundar’s semi-fi nal, where they ultimately fell the Viterra where they lost to Sean Team Huminicki heading to provincials TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED Elias Huminicki (Winnipeg Beach), Liam Wachal (East St. Paul), John Trinke (Winkler) and Tim Johnson (Winnipeg) won a berth spot at the U18 Men’s Regionals in Winnipeg. They will be representing the Stonewall Curling Club in the U18 Men’s Provincial Championship in Minnedosa on March 4-8. The team is sponsored by local-run businesses and Asham curling supplies. The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 15 &recreation sportsortsINSIDE > OUTSIDE > UPSIDE DOWN Selkirk Dolphins had a busy weekend in the pool Submitted by Michelle Stamm Levy Andrusyshyn of Winnipeg Saturday was a busy day for the Sel- qualifi ed as a 10 year old in the 13 & kirk Dolphins’ swim team. under male category and Julian Mur- Eight swimmers attended the Manta dock, 16, of Stonewall qualifi ed for Grand Prix at the Pan Am Pool in Win- Man Sask this past weekend. nipeg. The meet was hugely success- The Dolphins also hosted their sec- ful with just over 250 swimmers from ond 12 & under league meet last Manitoba and Kenora. weekend. The meet attracted 60 swim- The meet format was a preliminary mers from Brandon, Portage la Prairie, and fi nals set up and all our swim- Winnipeg and Kenora. mers qualifi ed for fi nals each night. “The focus of the meet is to introduce All Dolphins’ swimmers recorded competition to developing swimmers personal best times in 85 per cent of through short events such as 25s and their events. 50s and adding the mixed race of indi- This meet leads up to our champion- vidual medley,” Stamm noted. ship meets for this time of year with “The event was short and sweet with 14 swimmers racing at provincials the lower gym set up with outdoor Feb. 13-16 at the Pan Am Pool in Win- games and a magician to keep the nipeg. This will be the last opportuni- swimmers and siblings occupied be- TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED ty to add to the list of qualifi ers from tween events.” The Selkirk Dolphins, back row, left to right: Hannah Andrusyshyn, Gabby the Dolphins’ team going to Man Sask The Dolphins will be hosting their Alvyea and Haylee Kimball. Front row: Ian Gurney, Levy Andrusyshyn, March 12-14. last 12 & under meet on March 21. Tanner Sanders and Julian Murdock. Missing from the photo is Cazie Bisson. Lundar Falcons fl y past St. Malo Warriors

By Brian Bowman Maxime Collette scored his league- shutout victory. added a shorthanded marker midway Lundar Falcons’ forward Ryan Glei- leading 34th goal of the season for St. Last Friday, the Fishermen doubled in the fi nal frame. ch recorded a hat trick to lead his Malo in the fi rst period. the Ice Dawgs 4-2 in Selkirk. Riley Bannerman made 32 saves for team to an impressive 5-1 victory over Chris Lesage made 28 saves for the Dane Derewianchuk scored a pair of the victory. Strachan was busier at the the St. Malo Warriors in Capital Re- win. second-period goals for Selkirk while other end, stopping 46 Selkirk shots. gion Junior Hockey League action last The Arborg Ice Dawgs, meanwhile, teammate Braeden Hummel also tal- Lundar will host Arborg on Friday Friday in Lundar. shut out the North Winnipeg Satelites lied in the middle frame. (8 p.m.) and then the same two teams Two of Gleich’s goals were scored on 3-0 on Sunday. The Fishermen’s Reece Tessier then will battle the next night at 7:30 p.m. the power play in the third period. Tom Moneyas, Logan Clarke, and added an empty-net goal with 1:39 re- in Arborg. Lundar’s Eric Miller also had a great Josh Roche scored second-period maining in the third period. Saturday’s game was originally slat- game with two goals while Braden goals for Arborg. Shaydon Mousseau scored for Ar- ed to be played Jan. 9. Paulic chipped in with three assists. Tre Strachan made 23 saves for the borg in the fi rst period and then he U18 female Lightning ready for the playoffs Staff wall. ren. has scored just 39 goals in 31 games The Interlake Lightning U18 female Emerson McAuley scored Inter- Ally Rakowski tallied for the Light- and the Lightning has scored just hockey team is ready for the playoffs. lake’s goal in the third period, as- ning in the second period. The goal three goals in their past six games. Interlake wrapped up its regular sisted by Taylor Audette. was assisted by Megan Humeniuk. On a positive note, though, Rakows- season with a 3-1 loss to the Winni- Last Friday, Interlake was beaten Goal scoring has been a problem for ki has had a tremendous year with a peg Ice Saturday evening in Stone- 5-1 by the Winnipeg Avros in War- the Lightning this season. Interlake team-high 13 goals and 23 points. 16 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 Perrie brothers a triple threat in basketball, football

By Brian Bowman “We lost a lot of games in a row. It was From time to time, schools will have a really good win…and it was really a set of twins and some may even play nice to have a win.” sports together. Graeme also really enjoyed being on But having triplets on the same team the winning end of a lopsided score. is quite rare. “It felt great,” Graeme said. “It’s hard That’s the case this year, though, at to go from the football season where Stonewall Collegiate as the Perrie we’re winning almost every single brothers - Gabe, Graeme, and An- game to basketball, where we’re los- drew - are in Grade 11 and play on the ing pretty much every single game. Rams’ varsity boys’ basketball team. It’s a hard transition.” “I like it but sometimes I get a little Despite the losses, the Rams have mad (at my brothers) on the court,” improved quite a bit during the Graeme admitted last Saturday course of the season. morning. “I defi nitely get more mad “We’re getting a lot better,” Gabe at them than I would at other players noted. “We struggled a bit with our on the court.” team chemistry (at the start of the sea- Andrew really enjoys playing high son) but we’re defi nitely improving school basketball at Stonewall Col- now. We’re getting to know each other legiate. He also cherishes the time he a lot better which helps us to know has on the court with his brothers. how to play with each other.” “It’s a good experience to go out All three Perrie brothers are great and play the games against the other young men to coach, Loochuk said. teams,” Andrew said. “Meeting people “They all hustle hard and like to on the court and just having a good shoot the outside shot,” he said. “They TRIBUNE PHOTO BY JO-ANNE PROCTER time.” compete very hard on defence and The Perrie triplets, pictured from left to right, Gabe, Graeme, and There are times during games when they’re not afraid of a little physical Andrew have made opposition teams take a second and third look all three brothers are on the court to- contact and that comes from their during games this season. gether. That has to be very confusing football background. The biggest for the opposition. thing that they bring to the table is two very different sports,” Gabe in- said. “It’s defi nitely my favourite sport “In my 30 years coaching, I have nev- that they are super-competitive kids. sisted. “But it’s hard not to hit some- to play.” er coached triplets,” said Rams’ head “They work super hard and they are one in basketball when you’re always Graeme, meanwhile, said they are coach John Loochuk. “I’ve had a few very coachable. They have a positive hitting someone in football. A lot of really looking forward to winning a sets of twins go through but I’ve nev- energy and attitude. When they’re on the skills carry over, like the footwork championship this upcoming season er had triplets before. It’s kind of fun the court they just work their tails off and you always want to be a gentle- after last year’s tough upset loss in the and I have had some fun by putting all the whole time,” he added. man on the fi eld and on the court. playoffs. three of them on the court at the same Aside from basketball, the Perrie “Playing for the Thunder is awesome “Our team is kind of angry about time just to mess with the defence a brothers have played soccer, volley- and we have a lot of great coaches and that,” Graeme admitted. “We have a little bit.” ball and also curled together. a lot of talented players on the team.” lot of seniors that are going to be on It’s been a tough season so far for the Each of them currently plays integral Andrew also raved about the Thun- our team this year so that’s going to Rams as the losses have piled up. But roles on the Interlake Thunder foot- der program. give us a big advantage.” Stonewall played very well in a domi- ball team. Gabe and Graeme play the “I think it’s one of the best things nating 79-38 win over the MCI Blues slot/tailback position while Andrew is that I have been involved with in at a Gimli tournament last Friday. an outside linebacker. Stonewall and the community,” he “That felt really good,” Gabe said. “Playing football and basketball are Bantam Lightning win one of three last week

By Brian Bowman at 18:52 of the third. press time. the third. The Interlake Lightning Bantam On Saturday, Interlake lost 6-1 to the The Lightning will host the South- On Feb. 3, the Lightning were edged boys’ hockey team dug themselves a Winnipeg Monarchs in Warren. west Cougars on Saturday (6 p.m.) in 4-3 by the Selects in Stonewall. hole that they could not get out of on Wheddon scored a power-play goal Stonewall and the Parkland Rangers Interlake’s goals were scored by Sunday. midway in the fi rst period to give In- Sunday (2:30 p.m.) in Warren. Evan Calder, Matthew Wagner and Interlake found themselves down terlake a 1-0 lead. In U17 Prep action last Thursday, In- Kaczorowski. 3-0 to the Pembina Valley Hawks just But it was all Monarchs after that. terlake lost 7-3 to the Eastman Selects Carter Johannesson (two), Ty Mc- 25 seconds into the second period be- Ryan Gould had a hat trick for Win- at the VMSC. Naughton and Lawless replied for fore coming back with a pair of goals nipeg while singles were scored by After Troy Sellen gave Eastman a 1-0 Eastman. in a 3-2 loss in Lundar. Blake Jones, Grayson Burzynski and lead just 28 seconds into the game, No score from Interlake’s game Ryan Orchard and Carter Sotheran Kai Elkie. Interlake responded with fi rst-period against the Brandon Wheat Kings on scored to give the Hawks a 2-0 fi rst- Last Thursday, the Lightning goals by Alexander Kaczorowski, An- Sunday was available at press time. period lead and then Zachary Dyck snapped a four-game losing streak drew Henry, and Michael Spence. Interlake will host the Winnipeg tallied early in the middle frame. with an 8-4 win over the Norman The Selects’ Rialey Lawless scored Thrashers on Thursday (7:30 p.m.) in Lightning forward Hayden Whed- Wolves in Warren. in the second period and then Mattiy Stonewall and then will play the Win- don scored midway in the second pe- No scoring summary from the game Carpenter, Reece Belot, Easton Kape- nipeg Wild Sunday (4:30 p.m.) at the riod and then Darian Sinclair tallied was posted on the league website at lus, Sellen and Kaycee Cole tallied in Bell MTS Iceplex. The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 17 First event winners score a rare eight-ender

TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY TARAS DERBOWKA The Teulon Curling Club hosted its men’s bonspiel on Jan. 24. An exciting 8-ender was scored by the Tom Want team on Friday night before win- ning the fi rst event. Left photo: First event winners, Tom Want, Terry Mcrae, George Hacking and Kerry Fedorchuk. Middle photo: second event winners BobHarris, Lionel Bernhard, David Green and Lawrie Hogg. Third event winners Jim Hardy, John Pawluk, Quinton Inglis and Leif Johnson. Argyle Curling Club hosts annual ladies’ bonspiel

TRIBUNE PHOTOS SUBMITTED The Argyle ladies spiel took place Feb. 7-8 with 12 teams participating. There was local Manitoba wine tasting and appetizers Friday night led by wine connoisseur Zach Fenske. There was also a Greek supper and “Let’s Make A Deal” entertainment/games and costumes. First-event winners, left to right: Susie Buckle, Janine Deprez-Pruneau, Jo Delorande and Gloria Ouellete. Second-event winners were Kristin McCurdy, Darci Holod, and Christine Buchanan. Missing from the photo is Melody McCurdy. Third-event winners included Deanna West, Brenda Balzer, Tanya Caudill and Barb de Laroque. Warren Curling Club hosts men’s bonspiel

TRIBUNE PHOTOS SUBMITTED The 12-team Warren men’s spiel was played on Feb. 7–8. Ron Weatherburn defeated Lawrie Hogg to win the fi rst event. Left photo, left to right: Doug Struthers, Shane Elliott, Stan Struthers and Ron Weatherburn. Darrel Argan’s team defeated Ian Jones to win the second event. Middle photo: Darrel Argan, Chad Malfait, Royce King and Trevor Sund. The Ryan Duncan team defeated the Tyson Langrell team to win the third event. Right photo, Brad Johnson, Ryan Duncan, Einar Cesar and Chris Goddard. 18 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 Jets lose rare Monday game to Riels

By Brian Bowman The Stonewall Jets don’t get a chance to play too many games on Monday night. But they did this week, dropping a 2-1 decision to the St. Boniface Ri- els in Manitoba Major Junior Hockey League action. Marcus Dewy gave the Jets a 1-0 lead with a power-play goal midway in the fi rst period. St. Boniface came right back, though, with a goal from Dylan Waldmo just 1:06 later. Keane Boucher then scored the game winner while the Riels were shorthanded at 19:59 of the second period. Keevan Daniels-Webb Last Friday, Stonewall dumped the second-place St. Vital Victorias 5-1. The Jets’ Keevan Daniels-Webb score twice and Brendan Labossiere, scored the fi rst two goals of the game Palmer, Carson Ouellette, Daniels- and then Stonewall’s Jayson Brooks Webb, and Chance Dickenson add and James Maxwell tallied in the sec- singles. Brandon McDonald and Curtis Re- ond. TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY LANA MEIER Jets’ forward Evan Palmer closed out beck replied for River East. Stonewall outshot River East by a The Jets’ Keevan Daniels-Webb scored his 20th goal of the season the scoring in the third. against the St. Vital Victorias last Friday in Stonewall’s 5-1 win. Tyson Last netted St. Vital’s goal late whopping 53-23 margin as Beck post- in the fi rst period. Curtis Beck stopped ed the win. 33 St. Vital shots for the win. On Feb. 4, the Jets lost 5-4 to the St. scored for the Jets. Transcona Railer Express on Wednes- On Feb. 5, the Jets blasted the last- James Canucks. Stonewall trailed 5-1 Kurtis Luke, Kale Price, Graeme day and then the Raiders Jr. Hockey place River East Royal Knights 7-2 in in the third period before mounting a Shingleton, Trent Halfdanson, and Club Friday. Both games will start at Stonewall. comeback with three goals. Cole Chicoine replied for St. James. 7:30 p.m. Stonewall, which held period leads Smith, Dickenson (on the power Stonewall, now 20-16-1 and in fi fth of 4-1 and 6-1, saw Matthew Smith play), Palmer and Daniels-Webb place with 41 points, will host the Rams place third at home JV boys’ tournament

Staff Stonewall started the eight-team The Teulon Collegiate Saints, mean- Saints were then defeated 68-35 by The Stonewall Collegiate Rams de- tournament with a 52-8 win over the while, fi nished with an 0-3 record at a the Jeanne Sauve Olympiens and 63- feated the Edward Schreyer Barons Warren Collegiate Wildcats on Friday Westwood Warriors Invitational tour- 50 by Leo Remillard. from Beausejour 42-34 in the third- afternoon. nament last weekend. place game at their home tournament The Rams then lost 56-29 to the San- Teulon began play Friday with a 73- last Saturday. ford Sabres. 25 loss to the Westwood Warriors. The

Stonewall Upcoming Games Jets Player Friday, February 14 Profi le Raiders Jr. at Stonewall Jets 7:30 p.m. at VMSC # 18 Sunday, February 21 Stonewall Jets at Pembina Valley Evan Palmer  7:30 p.m. at Morris Multiplex Forward, Shoots L, 6’ 161 lbs., Born 2001      The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 19 Goaltender Epp hosting goalie skills workshop in Stonewall

By Ty Dilello impacted and improved my develop- Stonewall’s Anya Epp is currently ment. I always liked getting plenty of one of the province’s top young fe- shots in a game and enjoyed feeling male goaltending prospects. like an important player to the team.” The Grade 10 student at Balmoral Epp describes her style in net as very Hall has put up a 2.84 goals against quick, always determined to make average and .885 save percentage in the second or third or fourth save on eight games so far this season with shots. her school team. “My lower area of the net has always “I got into hockey in my hometown been my strong suit because I can of Stonewall when I was about 10 move around fairly quickly side to years old. I started playing ringette side. I’m a pretty small goaltender so fi rst but when I was in Grade 5. All being speedy is almost essential just of my friends and I decided to switch because of my size.” over because hockey would have So far this 2019-20 season, Epp has brought us more opportunities long been standing tall in goal for the Bal- term,” said Epp. moral Hall Blazers. She is enjoying TRIBUNE PHOTO SUBMITTED “When I fi rst started playing rin- the school’s program and wants to Stonewall’s Anya Epp in goal for the Balmoral Hall Blazers women’s gette, my team would take turns in fi nish her high school career playing hockey team. Epp is hosting a skills day for goaltenders on March 21 the net and most players found it for the team. at the VMSC. quite boring. My dad was one of my “I have defi nitely enjoyed Balmoral coaches when I was younger so I was Hall School and my time there as a NCAA Division 1 hockey. I would love I’m doing a passion project in school usually the one to sacrifi ce my time on Blazer. They are a very welcoming to take hockey to the college/univer- where we have to put something the ice as a player to go in net. I was program that is very supportive and sity level, but obviously school and into the world that we are passion- told at an early age I had a talent for it encouraging to all of my aspirations. my education choices factor in as well ate about. I wanted to give back to my as well. Later, when I started playing I was very committed to the hockey and are a big thing to consider.” community and offer a FREE event for hockey (and was getting many more program right from the start. I knew Next month, Epp is hosting a free young goalies in Stonewall.” shots in net), I decided that I really that the program was what I wanted goalie skills day in Stonewall to give There will be certifi ed goalie instruc- loved the position and it was some- for myself and my development in young Interlake netminders a chance tors available to help with technical thing I was good at. I would describe hockey. It was a hard decision to leave to train with elite instructors and meet and physical development, prizes and it by saying I enjoyed making saves Stonewall and the Interlake, mostly fellow goalies. a classroom event where the instruc- much more than I did scoring goals. because I wouldn’t be able to see my “This goalie skills day that I am host- tors will be talking and sharing a little It didn’t matter what the score was. I Stonewall and Interlake friends as ing is meant to help and teach young bit about the mental side of goaltend- was always having fun in net.” often. I realized that would be my re- goalies in Stonewall and the Inter- ing, as well as some tips for goalies. Epp played last season with the In- sponsibility to always try my best to lake. I know that at young ages, spe- Epp will be soon be sending out an terlake Lightning “AAA” team before make time for my social life here in cifi c coaching isn’t offered — espe- invitation/registration survey to all moving on to Balmoral Hall’s wom- Stonewall.” cially when it comes to goaltending in young goalies registered within Inter- en’s team this year. Going forward, Epp dreams of play- smaller communities like Stonewall. lake’s Minor Hockey Association. The “Because there were fewer female ing college hockey in the United I want to designate a day whereby event will be held on March 21 from hockey players at that time in Stone- States and be an Olympic netminder these goalies are recognized and can 12 to 4 p.m. at Stonewall’s Veterans’ wall, I was one of the only goalies in after she graduates high school. interact with each other and talk or Memorial Sports Complex. my age group. This gave me much “Since I was a little girl, my goal has share about their similarities, while “I encourage people to come out and more game time and practice. When always been to play in the Olympics. improving their physical and mental enjoy the goalie fun and have an ex- I played for the Interlake Lightning I I always wanted to be a Shannon Sz- skills,” said Epp. perience with the goalie community.” always got a lot of shots, which really abados. Currently, my goal is to play “This project came about because Stovin scores shootout game winner for Stonewall

By Brian Bowman get a win at home.” pretty quickly, which was good, and The playoff schedule had not been Brody Stovin was the hero for The Rams’ Tristan Shore scored a overtime was back and forth. We won released by press time. The Rams are the Stonewall Collegiate Rams last fi rst-period power-play goal, assisted in a shootout, so it worked out.” hoping to upset a team or two in the Wednesday. by Owen Forbes and Adrian Klimpke. Jackson Kummen was extremely post-season. Stovin scored the game winner in But St. Paul’s Evan Myers tied the good in goal to earn the well-deserved “We’re right in the middle of the the shootout to lift Stonewall to a 2-1 score at 1-1 with a goal with just 49 victory. pack so we’re not really in a bad spot,” victory over the St. Paul’s Crusaders seconds remaining in regulation time. On Feb. 4, the Rams lost 7-0 to Col- Nixon noted. “In high school hockey, a 2 in Winnipeg High School Hockey “We only had 12 skaters and St. lege Beliveau. best-of-three (series) is short to begin League action last Wednesday at the Paul’s 2 is pretty good so if we could Landon Newman (two), Alexander with and sometimes you play three VMSC. have hung on to a one-goal lead, we De La Ronde (two), Russell Buffi e, Ju- games in three days, so if you catch a It was a real nice win by the Rams. would have been happy with that,” lien Desloges and Seth De La Ronde couple of breaks or score some goals “It was a bit of a bounce back after Nixon said. “They played with some scored for the winners. that maybe you don’t always get con- getting a lesson the day before,” said urgency and they got a point shot The Rams will wrap up their regu- sistently, then you defi nitely can beat Rams’ head coach Kyle Nixon. “We through. It was nothing that we did lar season Wednesday when they host anybody.” played pretty good, made a couple of wrong, (the puck) just found the back the Pinawa Panthers. Puck drop is 3:45 adjustments, and it was good for us to of the net. We were able to regroup p.m. 20 The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 Youth rock the ice at Stonewall Pharmacy Junior Bonspiel

TRIBUNE PHOTOS BY STU BROWN The Stonewall Pharmacy Junior Bonspiel was held at the Stonewall Curling Club last weekend. Top row, left to right, winners of the U15 A-event were Rapheal Malo, Logan Strand, Luke Robins, and Carter Malmquist (West St. Paul). The B-event winners included Austen Croy, Gavin Fiebelkorn, Koen Nickel, and Logan Fiebelkorn (Petersfi eld). The C-event champions were Jessi Meyn, Cloe Haluschak, Laina Leadbeater, and Matty Scales (Swan River). Bottom row, winners of the U18 A-event were Meghan Walter, Serena Gray-Withers, Rebecca Friesen, and Julia Millan (East St. Paul) while the B-event winners included Rachel Armstrong, Lauren Evason, Erika Campbell, and Cate Allan (St. Vital). The C-event was won by Tanner Graham, Blake Good, Rylan Graham, and Jake McIvor (Petersfi eld). Hot shot U18 Lightning drop pair of weekend games

By Brian Bowman Chiefs in Teulon. The Interlake Lightning gave up Austin Adair and Murdock scored four power-play goals in an 8-1 second-period goals for the Inter- road loss to the Eastman Selects lake and then Ayden Manningway on Sunday afternoon in U18 AAA tallied in the third. Hockey League action. Colby Joseph (two), Slade Stack, Lyle Murdock scored the Light- Mitchell Collyer, Brandt Young and ning’s lone goal in the third period. Briley Wood scored for Yellowhead. Kyle Melo (two), Ryan Forster, Mi- The Chiefs outshot the Light- chael Svenson, Denton Mateychuk, ning 50-15 as Lightning goaltender Blake Noble, Matthew Egan and Dominic Jacobson made 44 saves. Brody Beauchemin tallied for the The Lightning, now on a nine- Selects. game losing streak, will play the Chris Fines stopped 49 Eastman Southwest Cougars on Saturday (8 TRIBUNE PHOTO BY BRETT MITCHELL shots in the losing cause. p.m.) in Souris and then will take The Selkirk Fishermen’s Kyle Melo of Rosser gets ready to fi re the puck Last Saturday evening, Interlake on the Chiefs Sunday (2:30 p.m.) in during CRJHL action against the Arborg Ice Dawgs last Friday in Selkirk. was doubled 6-3 by the Yellowhead Shoal Lake. Selkirk won the game 4-2. The Stonewall Teulon Tribune Thursday, February 13, 2020 21 Classifi eds Book Your Classifi ed Ad Today - Call 467-5836 or Email classifi [email protected]

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ANNOUNCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OBITUARY MESSAGES OF SYMPATHY IN MEMORIAM Mildred Elizabeth Lukow 1945 - 2020 It is with deep sadness that the family announces the sudden but peaceful passing of beloved mother and friend, Elizabeth (Liz) Lukow, on Saturday, February 1, 2020. She is survived by her daughter Catherine Anne Marie and son-in-law James Pattyn and daughter Margaret Elizabeth and two nephews Patrick William and Sean Alexander Dumas. Liz was predeceased by her husband William (Bill) Lukow, December 24, 2019. Though Liz will be missed dearly it brings comfort to her family and friends hearts that she is in her loving husband’s arms once again, dancing a Jive or a Polka among the clouds. Boy, could those two dance! The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors of the Stonewall Hospital for the loving care they gave to Mom. Cremation has taken place with MacKenzie Funeral Home, Stonewall. Listen to the music and remember to dance. God has you now.

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OBITUARY Alan P. Williams On February 8th, 2020 a truly Jim Persoage Rybachuk special man left us, ending his To the family and friends of the late Jim Perso- In Loving Memory of standoff against a very rare and in- age, a message of sympathy from his family in Our brother, Donnie, sidious cancer. the Ukraine. Who passed away February 14, 2016 Alan is survived by wife Judith Sad news came to us in the Ukraine, that You’re not forgotten, brother dear, Dedrick-Williams; children Debra- Jim Persoage, our beloved brother and rela- Nor ever shall you be Anne, Helen (Lee) Shields, Alan tive, whose roots came from Vyzney Bereziw, As long as life and memory last Jr.; grandchildren Jamila and Sam; passed away on January 31st, 2020. This un- We shall remember thee. foster son Les Taylor; siblings Terry expected death brought great sadness to our -Love (Mary Ellen), Penny Levacque, and family. Darleen and Colin Cameron Christine (Tony) Hayhurst; nieces Expressing our deepest sympathy to his wife and nephews; and special friends Olga, daughter Karen, Dennis’ wife Marie and Roy and Lynn Norton. Alan was all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ANNOUNCEMENT predeceased by parents Rod and May the Lord help ease the heartbreak of the IN MEMORIAM Rita Williams. loss of the dearest person to us, Jim Persoage, Alan had an amazing zeal for life, living it to its fullest. In the 70’s, he spent 14 months working and let our prayers and compassion ease the his way across Europe, before returning to Winnipeg, becoming a zookeeper at Assiniboine Park family’s grief. Grant him eternal rest and peace. Zoo, and marrying Judith. His life-long passion was rockhounding. In 1975, he opened The Happy -With sympathy Rock Shoppe. He also organized rockhounding bus trips to Montana, was Show Chairman for Vasil, Natalia, Oksana, Sasha the Winnipeg Rock and Mineral Club shows, became an honourary member of The Rock of Ages And their families Club, and gave talks in schools. When they moved to Teulon, Alan remained an active rockhound, operating Rockwood Gem & Gift. For 30 years he served as Site Manager of Gimli’s Icelandic Festival, and also participated in shows such as the Body, Mind and Spirit Show. Since Alan pos- sessed a vast knowledge of crystals and gems, people came back year after year to learn from him. In later years, Alan and Judy enjoyed winter trips to Arizona, to visit friends and to attend Tucson’s Gem Shows, fi nding new treasures to share. Alan was a multi talented man, who designed and built homes for his family in Charleswood and on acreage, north of Teulon. He enjoyed creating unique homes. When ill health forced a move into Teulon, he found a beautiful lot and commissioned a ready to move home that would Don’t forget to send accommodate his needs. Alan had a nurturing spirit, and enjoyed working with young people, During the 90’s, he and your special words of Judith became foster parents to over 100 teenagers. They also hosted students from Hong Kong. Alan genuinely liked people, trying to help when he could. In return, friends aided him when his remembrance for loved health failed. Thanks to Glenn Marmonier, Barbara Mankewich, Patrick Dyrda, and Ron Zinkowski ones passed. for helping Judith to fulfi ll Alan’s wish to die at home. A heartfelt thanks to Jill Young for her compassionate attitude, and for helping in so many ways, so often. Thanks to the staff, nurses, In Loving Memory of and aides of Teulon Home Care, to Christine Skakum and Dr. Graham of Palliative Care, and to Dr. Zahiri. Stonewall Teulon Pat Bond To have to hold In accordance with Alan’s wishes, there will be no service. And then to part In lieu of fl owers, please donate to the causes dear to Alan: shelters Tribune for homeless people or animals - Main Street Project, Bear Clan Patrol, Is the greatest sorrow Of our hearts. Sash-Mar Paws, or Gimli Humane Society. Call 204-467-5836 or -Love always, Some pursue happiness. Alan chose to create it for others. He will live email [email protected] Glen and kids on forever in so many hearts. 204-886-0404

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