Minnedosa Tribune
HEAVE-HO
DARRELL NESBITT/MINNEDOSA TRIBUNE
This informal phrase “heave-ho” has a nautical source… it’s an old sailor’s chant or cry that was used while a heavy anchor was being hauled up out of the water. On the morning of Friday, May 16, its definition of ‘used when lifting or pulling something heavy’ fit the bill on the lot of Integra Tire in Minnedosa, where an employee pushed, pulled, and prayed that a massive stubborn tire on a four-wheel John Deere tractor would give a little to make the task at hand easier.
Parks Canada flips on boat decision
Last minute extension on the motorized watercraft ban on Clear Lake leads to frustration for visitor s and businesses
RACHEAL FLINTOFT
Minnedosa Tribune
It’s mixed emotions as Parks Canada has announced the extension of a motorized watercraft ban on Clear Lake for 2025, intensifying efforts to curb the spread of zebra mussels following their detection in late 2023. Parks Canada’s recent announcement, while attempting to safeguard the aquatic health of Riding Mountain National Park’s Clear Lake, has sparked debate amongst local communities and businesses.
While motorized boats are offlimits, kayaks and canoes are still allowed, however, they must have a correct permit following an ex-
tensive inspection.
“Parks Canada’s decision to announce a continued ban on motorized boats in Clear Lake on the Friday of the May Long Weekend is completely unacceptable,” said MP for Riding Mountain Dan Mazier.
Mazier continued, stating that there is a lack of transparency and respect for the public by Parks Canada, adding that locals, businesses, and visitors have been left in the dark.
“The constant flip-flopping has
“Earlier this year, Parks Canada indicated the ban would be lifted, yet now, with no warning or clear explanation, they’ve reversed course during one of the busiest weekends of the year.”
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created chaos and deep uncertainty in a community that deserves clear, timely answers,” Mazier said. Despite Parks Canada’s ecological intent, many business owners like Kelsey Connor of Clear Lake Marina and Wasagaming’s Martese tour boat, feel devastated.
