Minnedosa Tribune - Sept. 6, 2024

Minnedosa Tribune

ROLLING ON

DARRELL NESBITT/MINNEDOSA TRIBUNE

With over 9,000 railway workers – conductors, yard crews, and engineers – locked out of work and on strike for a number of days last month, the train whistle was silenced at the Minnedosa yard of the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Railway, After government intervention, Canadian National lifted its lockout on Aug. 22, and CPKC was ordered to restart operations by Aug. 26. In Canada, between the two rail giants, about $1 billion of goods are carried each day.

As the 2024-2025 school year begins, the Rolling River School Division (RRSD) extends a heartfelt welcome to all students, parents, and staff. Superintendent Jason Cline shares optimism and enthusiasm for the upcoming year, emphasizing the division’s commitment to providing a supportive and enriching educational environ-

ment for every student.

Superintendent Cline anticipates a stable enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year, continuing the trend observed in recent years.

“We have seen enrollment numbers stabilize in recent years and expect that trend to continue,”

Cline noted. The division’s consistent numbers reflect the strong foundation RRSD has built over time, welcoming newcomer families and ensuring smooth transi-

tions for students entering the school system.

Although RRSD has not experienced the large influx of newcomer families seen in other Manitoba divisions, the community remains open and ready to support new arrivals, fostering an inclusive environment for all.

This year, RRSD is excited to expand its nutrition programs, thanks to the new Universal Nutrition program supported by Mani-

toba Education. “Using the funds provided, RRSD is pleased and excited to expand the nutrition programs in our schools to support our students and communities,” said Cline. The initiative reflects the division’s dedication to student well-being and academic success, ensuring that every child has the resources they need to thrive.

Additionally, RRSD encourages parents and community members to engage with schools actively.

The division values the partnership between home and school, inviting feedback throughout the year and encouraging parents to get involved in their children’s education. “We encourage parents to become involved at the school level to support their child(ren) in their activities and get to know their teacher(s),” Cline emphasized.

SENSE

It’s the time of year when an arsenal of tractors and mowers are being operated, taking care of tree lines, ditches, and municipal and provincial right of ways. This operator, working for a contracted company, dealt with smooth terrain and a variety of growth in ditches along Highway 10 north of Minnedosa on Friday, Aug. 30. Best practices for ditch mowing from a residential or rural perspective are to test your slope, be mindful of rocks and debris, and to always play on the safe side.

RRSD aims to graduate ‘well-rounded’ individuals

Looking ahead, RRSD remains committed to its mission of graduating students who are not only academically successful but also wellrounded, resilient individuals ready to contribute positively to their communities. “By staying responsive to educational trends and the unique needs of our communities, the division will remain a place where students not only succeed academically but also grow into well-rounded, resilient individuals,” Cline stated.

RRSD’s vision, “Citizens Who Enrich Our World,” continues to guide the division’s efforts, ensuring that every student has the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to make meaningful contributions to an ever-changing world.

IMPORTANT UPDATES

One of the key updates this year is the implementation of a new “Cell Phone Use in Schools” policy, following the directive from Manitoba Education. Starting this September, cell phone use is restricted during school hours to minimize distractions and enhance student focus. This policy applies to all students from kindergarten to Grade 12, with specific guidelines for different age groups.

“We want young people to be able to focus in class so

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they can learn more and feel confident,” said Manitoba Education Minister Nello Altomare in a recent news release. The policy allows exceptions for medical and diverse learning needs and permits educational use of cell phones in Grades 9 to 12 when directed by teachers. RRSD is committed to ensuring that these guidelines are effectively implemented across all schools, aligning with the province’s efforts to create a focused and safe learning environment.

RRSD’s Board Policy #14 on Community Engagement highlights the division’s commitment to fostering strong connections with the community. The policy encourages public participation in school board meetings, Parent Advisory Councils, and other forums where residents can influence the development of board policies and stay informed about the division’s actions and challenges.

As we start the new school year, RRSD also reminds motorists to be vigilant around school buses and school zones. Safety remains a top priority, and it’s crucial for everyone to do their part to ensure the well-being of our students.

important role Branches play in our shared mission to serve and support our Veterans, as well as contribute to the well-being of so many communities.

MONUMENTOUS MONDAY

Patrick Law and Dylan Thornborough shatter world record for golf holes played in 12 hours during Mar athon Monday event

DONALD BERGER

Minnedosa Tribune

In an extraordinary display of endurance and determination, Patrick Law and Dylan Thornborough have achieved a new world record by completing an astonishing 333 holes of golf within 12 hours. This incredible accomplishment took place at the Glenboro Golf and Country Club during the 13th annual Marathon Monday Golf Fundraiser, an event dedicated to raising funds for cancer research.

Founded in 2012 by Law, who is the Head Professional at Minnedosa Golf & Country Club, and Thornborough, who lives in Lethbridge, AB, the Marathon Monday Golf Fundraiser has become a powerful symbol in the fight against cancer. Each year, participants dedicate an entire day to golf, from dawn until dusk, to support the Canadian Cancer Society. Over the past 13 years, the event has raised over $170,000, making a significant contribution to cancer research and awareness efforts. By surpassing the previous record of 306 holes by 27, Law and Thornborough not only demonstrated their exceptional golfing skills, but also their deep commitment to the cause. Completing 37 rounds of golf with an average of just two minutes and six seconds

per hole, their achievement is as much about dedication as it is about athletic prowess.

“The Marathon Monday Golf Fundraiser is more than just an event; it’s a movement towards a cancer-free future,” Thornborough said. “We are incredibly honoured to contribute to this cause in such a significant way.”

Law echoed this sentiment, adding, “Breaking this record was challenging, but knowing it was for such a vital cause made every hole worth it. We hope our efforts inspire others to support the fight against cancer.”

The location of the event also held significant meaning for the pair,

“We both grew up on that golf course, so we’ve got our roots pretty deep in that place,” said Law.

To meet the goal, the duo got help in the form of drivers who shuttled them from hole to hole to keep up the incredible pace.

“In the past, we’ve always rode together,” Law said. “It’s a long day, and we’re usually on carts by ourselves, but this year, for the speed we need to go, we’ve added some extra help.”

As the golf community celebrates this new record, this year’s Marathon Monday also marks its most successful fundraising year to date, with

over $30,000 in donations collected. For more information on the Marathon Monday Golf Fundraiser or to make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, please visit marathonmonday.ca.

The Minnedosa Tribune visited with Patrick Law for a conversation about Marathon Monday at the stunning Minnedosa Golf and Country Club where he is the General Manager and Head Professional of one of the most scenic and stimulating golf destinations in Manitoba. We also chatted with Patrick’s longtime partner in golf Dylan Thornborough remotely.

Donald Berger: When was the plan to break the world record hatched? Can you describe the moment when you realized you were on pace to break the world record?

Patrick Law: We originally thought of this years ago but started to take it seriously last summer when we were doing our 2023 Marathon. This year when everything came together and we realized that we were going to break the record I don’t think it really sank in as we were just focused on keeping up the pace and finishing the 12 hours.

Dylan Thornborough: It was pretty surreal to have our family and friends that have supported us since day one surrounding the green to sup-

port us as we played the record breaking hole. It was definitely a moment I think we will both remember for some time.

Berger: What were some of the biggest challenges you faced during the 12-hour marathon?

Law: Fatigue obviously is a tough one, trying to continue the pace for that long while also staying hydrated and getting some kind of food into your body to keep the energy up.

Berger: How did you and Dylan prepare physically and mentally for this grueling challenge?

Law: There was little preparations physically haha, we both live fairly busy lives and just tried to get out a play a decent amount of golf before hand but nothing really compares to 333 holes in a day.

Berger: How do you hope this record-breaking achievement will impact future Marathon Monday events?

Thornborough: I hope it brings a little bit of attention to the cause and what we stand for. The more attention that Marathon Monday gets, the more support it will receive and hopefully the more people will take part in these events.

Berger: Can you talk about any specific moments or highlights during the marathon that stood out to you?

Law: I had a hole in one on the 64th hole of the day.

Berger: Wow, congratulations! What motivated you two to co-found the Marathon Monday Golf Fundraiser back in 2012?

Thornborough: In 2012 Patrick asked if I wanted to do a golf marathon to raise money for something and unfortunately his mother was diagnosed with Breast Cancer that year so I suggested we do it in support of that. As fate would have it I lost my grandmother to cancer the following year and it forever linked us to this cause and event.

Berger: How has the event evolved since its inception, and what does this latest achievement mean for the cause?

Thornborough: We started off hoping to raise $1,000 and play 100 holes in year one, we ended up with $5,800 and 135 holes and each year it has grown in holes played and amounts raised. Obviously we won’t be able to beat our holes played at this point but we have been able to add different individuals in various locations throughout Manitoba to do marathons in their communities and if we can continue to grow that I think that is where the future of this event lies.

Law: It is everything to Dylan & I. That is our goal every year is “how do we draw the most attention to this event so that it garners the most support possible each year?” So to have it raise close to $40,000 this year, it is everything.

Berger: Can you describe the community’s response to the event this year and how it contributed to the fundraising success?

Thornborough: Every community involved in Marathon Monday has been incredible. For us Glenboro has been incredible supportive year after year for 13 years. The golf course completely shut down for us this year and that is something we did not expect and could not thank them enough for.

Berger: Any plans for a similar event for the Minnedosa Golf and Country Club?

Law: There have been Marathon Monday events in Minnedosa for a number of years now as well. This past year Morey Zwarich and Ricky Kowalick played 102 holes and last year Brett McNabb and Wyatt Rapsky played over 100 holes as well. We will always hope to have these marathons in golf courses all over the province each year, Minnedosa included.

Berger: How does it feel to know that your achievement not only set a world record but also raised significant funds for cancer research?

Try these hints for your skin complications

Dear Heloise: My skin has a number of complications, such as blackheads on my nose and ruddy cheeks. I seem to break out all along my jaw line. Please don’t suggest that I see a dermatologist because I’ve seen three, and nothing they’ve suggested has worked. Any medication I took made my skin extremely dry and very sensitive to touch. I spent a lot of money on prescriptions with terrible results. Got any gentle hints for skin like mine? – Holly H., Arcadia, FL

Holly, I have a few oldtime remedies that might help you cope with your skin problems. They usually work for me:

– For blackheads: Over a very low heat, dissolve 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin combined with 2 tablespoons of 2% milk and 3 drops of fresh lemon juice. Stir constantly. Let it cool enough to apply on your skin with a basting brush. Let dry on your skin (usually for 1 hour). Peel it off, and as you peel it, the blackheads should come off as well.

– If your cheeks are chapped or feel sore to the touch, mix 1/2 cup honey to 2 tablespoons unflavored (plain) yogurt. Blend well and apply to the affected area for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Afterward, use a thin layer of petroleum jelly on the affected area.

– For blemishes: Mix tea tree oil with an equal amount of warm water in a small glass bottle. Add 1/4 teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide. Shake well, then use a cotton ball to spread this over the blemishes. Leave on overnight. –Heloise

HANDWASHING SAFETY

Dear Heloise: When I get home from the grocery store, I take all my bags into the house and the counter. Next, I wash my hands before putting my groceries away. Then I wash them one last time after I put everything away. I wash my hands before I put things away because I’ve touched a lot of things in a place where many people go. I never know what type of bacteria might be on my hands. I wash them after I put things away for the same reason. If COVID taught us anything, it was the importance of hand washing to prevent the spread of diseases. –

Meghan S., Dover, DE PERFECT

PILLOWCASES

Dear Heloise: We may never solve the question of

Hints from Heloise

how often to change our bedsheets. I change them every other week, but I don’t try to influence anyone else about their sheets.

My feel-good trick has to do with pillowcases. They get changed twice a week. It feels so good to put my head down on clean, unwrinkled pillow cases. I remember Jackie Ken nedy had all of her bedding changed daily. Since I do the laundry, it’s too much addi tional washing, but pillow cases are no trouble for me. –

Polly Kay, Mission Viejo, CA SIMPLE

BATTERY REMOVAL

Dear Heloise: Sometimes I have trouble removing an old battery from clocks and other things. My solution is to tie a small, thin ribbon around the new battery (leaving a short end on the ribbon) before I insert it into the clock. Then when the battery runs out, I can just grab the end of the ribbon and easily pull the battery out.

And then, I slip the ribbon off the old battery and place it onto the new one before it goes into the clock. Easy peasy! –Pam Weeks, via email

REFINISHING BRASS

Dear Heloise: The brass knobs on my cupboards have gotten dull and ugly. Replacing the knobs is just too expensive. Can I refinish them? –Cheryl K., Newport, RI Cheryl, try this outdoors in a well ventilated area: Remove the doorknobs. Using rubber gloves, remove the finish left on the knobs with a lacquer thinner. Wipe it on with a clean rag. Next, polish the knobs after removing the old finish with an abrasive polishing cream that is specifically designed for brass. Finally, spray on a high-gloss lacquer. You will probably need three very thin coats. Let each coat dry completely before spraying on the next. –Heloise

CONCERNS HEARD

Town of Minnedosa Council votes down resolution that would have halted municipal

DONALD BERGER Minnedosa Tribune

In the heart of Minnedosa lies a tranquil oasis cherished by residents and visitors alike for years. The Ishii Garden, a symbol of the community’s longstanding sister-city relationship with Ishii, Japan, stands as a testament to the bonds of friendship and cultural exchange. Recently, a petition has brought attention to concerns over the future of this beloved space.

On Aug. 9, concerned resident Kylie Humphries launched a petition on Facebook titled “Preserve the Ishii Garden in Minnedosa from Proposed Demolition.” Humphries, a frequent visitor to the garden, expressed her deep connection to the space, describing it as “not just a garden, but a sanctuary that nourishes our soul and spirits.” Her sentiments resonate with many in the community, as evidenced by the over 400 signatures the petition had garnered in just a few days.

The petition highlights the significance of Ishii Garden as an integral part of Minnedosa’s heritage. It has become a place where people gather in small groups or alone and find peace amidst the carefully cultivated landscape. The petition reflects a community-driven effort to ensure this space remains in-

tact for future generations.

The Ishii Garden, situated behind the Minnedosa Regional Library, was designed by students from the University of Manitoba with the help of local volunteers. It captures the essence of a traditional Japanese garden, providing a peaceful retreat open to the public, a visual delight and a friendly symbol of the deep cultural ties between Minnedosa and Ishii, Japan.

A statement on the Town of Minnedosa’s website describes the garden as a space that promotes friendship and mutual understanding between the two communities. Over the years, delegations have travelled between Minnedosa and Ishii, reinforcing these bonds and sharing in the beauty and tranquillity that the garden represents.

COMMUNITY CONCERNS

The future of Ishii Garden was discussed during the Town of Minnedosa’s regular council meeting on Aug. 13. Resolution No. 2024-245, moved by Councillor Marc Landry and seconded by Councillor Mark Blais, stated that town employees would no longer be responsible for the garden’s maintenance. The decision appeared to be opposite of earlier discussions and resolutions from 2023 that involved town staff in the gar-

den’s maintenance: Resolution 2023-247, Moved By: Marc Landry, Seconded By: Mark Blais, WHEREAS Council representatives have met with the Horticultural Society concerning the operations of the Ishii Garden. AND WHEREAS there has been miscommunication on this matter. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs that Town staff will take-over the maintenance of Ishii Garden. Carried.

About 20 concerned citizens attended the council meeting. The citizens were informed that according to town bylaws, no questions, comments, or recordings would be allowed during the meeting and they were dismissed early, holding off on voting for the presented motion. The decision contributed to concerns from citizens about transparency in the council’s decision-making process.

During the Aug. 13 meeting, Councillor Tom Dowsett presented the petition with over 400 signatures to the council. Over the years, Dowsett has been a vocal advocate for the garden’s continued care. He and his wife Eileen had previously taken it upon themselves to clean up the garden after the devastating floods two years ago, removing scores of wheelbarrows full of mud, silt, and de-

bris. Their efforts highlight the community’s willingness to step in where official support has waned.

Councillor Dowsett, who has been a dedicated volunteer in maintaining the garden, as well as Heritage Village, expressed his disappointment with the council’s decision after the meeting. “I feel there was no need to break the resolution that was passed in council in 2023 a decision which had transferred maintenance duties to town staff,” Dowsett said. “Eileen and I honoured the commitment that we made as far as getting the garden ready. The Ishii Garden has not cost the Town of Minnedosa, so I do not understand the new resolution.”

The minutes of the meeting on Aug. 13 reveal that the council had proposed to winterize the garden’s sprinkler system and prepare it for spring, but beyond that, no further support would be provided by town employees. The motion raised further concerns among residents about the future upkeep and preservation of the garden, particularly in light of the recent disbandment of the Minnedosa Horticultural Society due to aging membership.

MOTION DEFEATED

With pressure from the public increasing, a vote of the Town of Minnedosa Coun-

maintenance of the Ishii Garden

cil on the future of Ishii Garden took place on the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 3. At the meeting, and in the final moments before the time of this article’s completion, it has been confirmed that the proposed resolution to discountinue municipal maintenance was defeated during the vote.

As of now, no further details have been provided, and the implications of this decision remain unclear. We encourage readers to stay tuned for more information in next week’s edition, where we will provide an update on the situation as more details become available.

While questions remain about the final outcome for the future of the Ishii Garden, Dowsett emphasized the importance of the location to both the community and to the relationship between Minnedosa and Ishii, Japan.

“For me personally, the Ishii Garden is such a peaceful haven in Minnedosa,” said Dowsett. “It is very important for the Minnedosa community and our relationship with the city of Ishii, Japan. In the past, there were exchange visits and the building of a very good relationship which affected many individuals in Minnedosa.”

Friday, September 6, 2024

Letters to the editor: editor@minnedosatribune.com

No one believes seniors any more

At the age of 64, I’m considered a senior in a number of jurisdictions but personally, I’m not sure if my words and actions from a work or volunteer initiative are believed.

It’s truly hard to believe what is radiating in today’s society.

As fall and oh my Lord winter approaches, if you can’t find me at home, my haunt will be the Shoal Lake Communi-plex, as the “boys” and “girls” need a senior like myself in their lives. Through family generations, there have been a wealth of community citizens involved in the kitchen aspect, and I’m tickled pink to be involved once again.

Just call me the “Candy Man”, “Oscar the Grouch”, or the “Old Guy”. It’s funny who you meet serving up food, as at the Yellowhead Region’s goaltender camp, I was asked

Darrell Nesbitt AROUND TOWN

if I was the former Manitoba High School Rodeo Association photographer in the early 2000s. “Yes, ma’am,” was the reply. Dana Gardiner’s parents of Langruth walked through the doors with her sister’s child. Dana is still a rodeo athlete, and competed at the Rossburn Rodeo & Reunion in partnership with the Waywayseecappo

First Nation on Saturday, Aug. 31.

For the article, once again shared by Dennis and Marlene Basso of Shoal Lake, here it goes…

An elderly couple was celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple had married as childhood sweethearts and had moved back to their old neighbourhood after they retired. Holding hands, one day they walked back to their old school. It was not locked, so they entered and found the old desk they’d shared where Jerry had carved “I love you Sally”.

On their way back home, a bag of money fell out an armoured car, practically landing at their feet. Sally picked it up, and, not sure what to do with it, they took it home. There, she counted the money – $50,000. Jerry said, “We’ve got to

give it back” while Sally said, “finders keepers.” She put the money back in the bag and hid it in their attic.

The next day, two police officers were canvassing the neighbourhood looking for the money, and they knocked on their door. “Pardon me, did either of you find a bag that fell out of an armoured car yesterday?”

Sally said, “No”. Jerry said, “She’s lying. She hid it up in the attic”. Sally said, “Don’t believe him, he’s getting senile.”

The agents turned to Jerry and began to question him.

One said: “Tell us the story from the beginning”.

“Well,” said Jerry, “when Sally and I were walking home from school yesterday…”

The first police officer turned to his partner and said, “We’re outta here!”

TROOPER COMMENTS

These are actual comments made by South Carolina Troopers that were taken off their car videos…

1). You know, stop lights don’t come any redder than the one you just went through.

2). Relax, the handcuffs are tight because they’re new. They’ll stretch after you wear them a while.

3). If you run, you’ll only go to jail tired.

4). You don’t know how fast you were going? I guess that means I can write anything I want to on the ticket, huh?”

5). Yes, sir, you can talk to the shift supervisor, but I don’t think it will help. Oh, did I mention that I’m the shift supervisor.

7). Yeah, we have a quota. Two more tickets and my wife will get a toaster oven. 8). Just how big were those two drinks you say you had?

9. In God we trust; all others we run through NCIC (National Crime Information Center).

YEARBOOK QUOTES

The saddest thing in life is wasted talent.

Futures don’t make themselves … you have to create them

If you follow your dreams, you are capable of anything. You future is only as good as the work you put into it.

Thanks Mom and Dad! I couldn’t have done it without you!

Thanks for all of the memories. I had the time of my life! Miss you all!

6). The answer to this last questions will determine whether you are drunk or not. Was Mickey Mouse a cat or a dog?

Universal birth control coverage starts Oct. 1

Manitobans will see cost savings with the introduction of no-cost coverage of prescription birth control, beginning Tuesday, Oct. 1, Health, Seniors and LongTerm Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara announced.

“Prescription birth control is a right, not a luxury,” said Asagwara.

“Money should never be a barrier to accessing reproductive health care. Starting

Oct. 1, Manitobans will be able to get some of the most common and effective birth control without having to worry about the cost. This will save people hundreds of dollars and it will ensure you are fully in control of your body and your choices.”

In Budget 2024, the Manitoba government announced a plan to make prescription birth control free for all

Manitobans. The Manitoba Pharmacare Program will cover the full cost of about 60 commonly used birthcontrol methods including the pill, intrauterine devices, hormone injections and others.

People can get a prescription from their doctor or a nurse practitioner at their regular appointment, walkin clinics or in a hospital.

“Today’s announcement

will ensure that all Manitobans in need will have access to reliable contraception and secures their ability to make a reproductive life plan,” said Dr Jacqueline Gougeon, family physician. “It further empowers women to make decisions around their education and careers that are based solely on their own hopes and dreams and not around unintended pregnancies. This

Manitobans currently pay the lowest gas taxes in Canada

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on Premier Wab Kinew to extend the provincial fuel tax cut to keep Manitoba fuels more affordable as the annual Gas Tax Honesty Reports shows the province has the lowest gas taxes in the country.

“Manitobans have the lowest fuel prices in the country because the provincial government made the right move and cut its gas tax,” said Gage Haubrich, CTF Prairie Director. “Premier Wab Kinew needs to extend the gas tax cut so Manitobans can keep saving at the pumps.”

Drivers in Manitoba are paying 34 cents per litre in taxes when they fill up, according to the CTF’s Gas Tax Honesty Report.

Elsewhere, across the country, taxes cost an aver-

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age of 60 cents per litre of fuel. The federal carbon tax costs 17 cents per litre of gasoline. The federal gas tax costs 10 cents per litre and the GST costs about seven cents per litre.

The Manitoba government cut its 14 cents per litre gas tax for six months on Jan. 1 of this year. The government extended the cut for an additional three months in April. The cut is now scheduled to expire at the end of September.

Filling up a sedan in Manitoba costs about $22 extra in gasoline taxes. Filling up the same vehicle in Saskatchewan costs $32 extra in taxes. In Ontario it costs

about $36 extra.

Recent polling shows 71 percent of Manitobans want the government to extend the gas tax cut again. The polling also shows that 68 percent of Manitobans want the government to scrap the gas tax permanently.

“Manitobans are saving big money compared to their neighbours because they aren’t paying any provincial fuel taxes,” Haubrich said.

“Kinew can’t let these savings slip away from Manitobans, he needs to extend the gas tax cut.”

The Minnedosa

decision represents renewed choice and opportunity for so many of my patients, and removes a tremendous barrier to adequate health care and gender equity.”

The program will save Manitobans hundreds of dollars a year on birth control costs, the minister noted, adding that someone who pays $25 a month for oral hormonal pills, the new free plan could save them as much as $10,000 over their lifetime.

To obtain free coverage, eligible Manitobans who do not already have coverage from another federal or provincial program can present their prescription and their Manitoba Health Card at a pharmacy for a birth control product.

We welcome your comments on editorials, columns, or any subjects important to you. Only letters that include name,address and a daytime phone number will be considered for publication. Send us your

– THE Into THE WILD SERIES –

PUSHED TO MY LIMITS

MY 46 KM MULTI-DAY HIKE ON THE TRANS CANADA TRAIL FELT LIKE A HUGE ACCOMPLISHMENT

By RACHEAL FLINTOFT Minnedosa Tribune

When I embarked on a solo multi-day hike down a section of the Trans Canada Trail, I knew I was in for a challenge…

As a seasoned hiker, the long distance didn’t faze me –rather, it was the 50-litre pack clinging to my back that tested my limits. Weighing in at nearly 50 pounds, it contained everything I’d need for a solo camping trip: a tent, sleeping bag, Jetboil stove, freeze-dried meals, a change of clothes, a few other things, and, of course, water. Little did I know just how rewarding the experience would be.

Setting off from Vista, I ventured east down the Trans Canada Trail, tracing a path through numerous communities. The day was blisteringly hot, and despite my experience with long hikes, the heat coupled with my heavy pack proved to be a bit tougher than I had expected.

The Rossburn Subdivision Trail, which forms part of this section, was wellmaintained. Grass covered most of the trail with occa-

sional gravel patches. However, about six kilometres (kms) before reaching Elphinstone, I encountered an area dotted with varmint holes –probably the work of some badgers.

Among the tall grass, I spotted lots of garter snakes –surprisingly large ones – and plenty of field mice scurrying about. At one point, a fox darted across the path, and animal tracks suggested a busy wildlife route.

Carrying my fully loaded pack was exhausting… and as the trail slipped into remoteness, bear activity became more apparent. I passed numerous signs of their presence: fresh bear scat here and there, evidence that we were present on the same path I was travelling. As a solo hiker, remaining alert was crucial, so I continuously made noise to ward off any curious bears.

By the time I reached the outskirts of Elphinstone, my exhaustion was real! Relief came quickly when I caught sight of the sign marking my

first day’s endpoint at the Elphinstone Lions Campground. I must have sat there for a moment, surveying the view from the hill, grateful I’d made it!

After paying my $10.00 donation to the Elphinstone Lions, I eagerly pitched my one-person tent, fighting the beginning of rain but not wasting a minute before boiling water for my freeze-dried chicken teriyaki supper. That night was filled with the sound of rain on my tent as I slipped off to sleep.

I awoke to the sound of rain still tapping on my tent… my muscles still sore from the previous day. My goal had been to reach Erickson, but I started to reshape my plans.

Despite the rain, the scenery as I moved closer to Sandy Lake was breathtaking. The landscape looped its way around various bodies of water. Though there were fewer signs of bears, fresh animal tracks speckled the trail, perhaps belonging to coyotes or wolves keeping a

low profile under the rain’s persistence.

I pressed forward, determined to cover ground quicker than I had the day before. With each step, I found myself entranced by the natural beauty surrounding me, even as the rain came down. By the time I arrived at Sandy Lake, I had covered another 13 kms. Tired, I realized that pushing on to Erickson would be too much for this go-around. I decided instead to appreciate my accomplishment and learn from my limits.

Although shorter than I originally planned, my trek totalled roughly 46 kms – a significant achievement for me. Covering this section of the Rossburn Subdivision Trail was nothing short of exhilarating.

The Trans Canada Trail spans an incredible 28,000 kms, crossing every province and territory in Canada. It connects over 15,000 communities and reaches all three of Canada’s coastlines, making it the longest multi-use trail

Terry Fox Run set for Sept. 15

Communities across Canada will once again come together for the 44th annual Terry Fox Run, being held on Sunday, Sept. 15. Locally the Minnedosa event will be begin at 10:00 a.m., with registration held at the Conference Centre begin-

ning at 9:00 a.m. Pledge forms are available at the Minnedosa Regional Library, Minnedosa Pharmacy, by phoning Kathy at 204-8685899, or online at terryfox.org. Participants will be treated to refreshments from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

A fall tradition with over 650 communities taking part every year across the coun-

try, the non-competitive event is family-friendly and inclusive, serving to celebrate the spirit of Terry Fox and raise funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. You can help make an impact through joining the event, supporting a participant with a pledge, or giving a donation. With nearly two in five Canadians facing cancer dur-

ing their lifetime, the Terry Fox Foundation serves to forge a path to a future where cancer is no longer a threat. Through the generous support of donors, partners, and volunteers, the foundation has raised more than $900 million and funded over 1,300 innovative cancer research projects since its inception.

in the world. Each section of the trail is locally managed, highlighting the unique character of the regions it traverses. Individual jurisdictions maintain and oversee their segments, ensuring that the trail continues to serve diverse community needs and activities.

This adventure along part of the Trans Canada Trail was as rewarding as it was challenging. The experience

taught me essential lessons about preparation and endurance. Now I know the importance of conditioning my body to embrace such endeavours! With this journey behind me, I look forward to another multi-day hike on the Trans Canada Trail, better prepared and more excited than ever. Our own backyard, vast and wild, holds countless trails and stories yet to be discovered.

Newdale Memory Garden came to the Foundation looking for a grant to help them purchase planters and garbage bins to set up around the beautiful space. A grant of $3,000 was given to them to help with the project. Board member Cheryl Johnson presents a cheque to Lynne Tolton and Barb Pederson.

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Radon gas: a hidden danger in our homes

DONALD BERGER Minnedosa Tribune

A concerned reader recently reached out to us about the potential risks posed by radon gas in their home, prompting a closer look at this oftenoverlooked issue. (Thank you for sharing your concern with our community Michelle).

Radon comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water. Radon gas escapes from the ground into the air outside. When radon mixes with the air outside, it’s not a problem: the air outside dilutes the amount of radon. However, it can be harmful when radon seeps into a closed-in space like a house. The radon gas can become trapped inside and build up to toxic levels. Any home, old or new, could have high levels of radon. While it’s a naturally occurring substance, prolonged exposure to high levels of radon can significantly increase the risk of developing lung cancer. The only way to know if your home has radon is to test for it. Testing for radon is easy, affordable and highly recommended.

A RADON HOTSPOT

Manitoba is a known hotspot for radon levels in Canada. According to a Health Canada survey, nearly 24 percent of homes in the province have radon concentrations exceeding the federal guideline of 200 becquerels per cubic meter (Bq/m3). To put this in perspective, if Canada had adopted the World Health Organization’s (WHO) stricter recommendation of 100 Bq/m3, the number of affected homes would more than double (source: CBC News).

This high prevalence of radon exposure is a serious public health concern. The WHO states that the risk of lung cancer increases by 16% for every additional 100 Bq/m3 of radon. Despite this, there are no immediate plans to lower the national guideline to match the WHO’s recommendation.

HEALTH RISKS

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer deaths in Canada, responsible for nearly 3,000 deaths annually. Manitoban Ed Shinewald knows this all too well. After his wife Sharon passed away from lung cancer, Shinewald discovered that their home’s radon levels were three times higher than the recommended limit. He immediately remediated the issue, installing a capture system that brought radon levels down to zero. Health experts, including Dr. Anne-Marie Nicol of Simon Fraser University, advocate for mandatory radon testing in

homes. However, Health Canada’s Kelley Bush emphasizes that while Canadians should be informed about radon, the decision to test and mitigate radon levels should remain with individuals (source: CBC News).

TESTING RADON LEVELS

Testing for radon is the first step in protecting your home and family. Health Canada recommends testing your home’s lowest level, where you spend more than four hours a day, for a minimum of three months during the winter. Testing kits can be purchased from various businesses, typically costing between $50 and $100. Alternatively, you can hire a trained technician to conduct the test and interpret the results. If high levels of radon are detected, several remediation methods can reduce the risk. The most effective solution is sub-slab depressurization, where radon gas is vented outside through a pipe

installed by a professional. Other measures include sealing cracks in basement floors and walls, improving ventilation, and installing specially designed traps in floor drains (source: Manitoba Government Health).

For Manitobans concerned about radon levels, several resources are available, including financial assistance programs from Manitoba Hydro and Lungs Matter. Testing kits are also available from various providers, ensuring that testing and remediation are accessible to all.

CONCLUSION

Radon gas is a serious issue in Manitoba, with many homes at risk of elevated levels. Testing and remediation are crucial steps to ensure the safety of your home. As Ed Shinewald wisely advises, “test, test, test.” It could make all the difference in protecting your loved ones from this silent threat.

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Ko’s career a knockout on LPGA circuit

What a great career professional golfer Lydia Ko has enjoyed. And while her career may be winding down, fans of the Ladies’ Professional Golfers’ Association are hoping that Ko’s stated plan to retire three years from now at age 30 gets postponed.

Ko was an amateur, at age 15 no less, when she won the Canadian Open, a regular LPGA event, at Edmonton’s Royal Mayfair Golf Club in 2012. Just to prove it wasn’t a fluke, the New Zealander won the Canadian Open the next year, at age 16, at the Vancouver Golf Club. Needless to say, she was ready for the professional ranks.

And what a great career! Twenty-one LPGA wins, three of them majors. Three medals in three trips to the Olympic Games, including a gold this year. That Olympic victory in Paris not only gave her the gold medal, but it was the one final point she needed to earn Hall of Fame

Bruce Penton

SPORTS TALK

status. The LPGA’s Hall of Fame criteria is based on a point system – one point for each tournament win; two points for a major; one point for an Olympic gold. The win in Paris put her over the top, and then she went out and won the season’s final major, the AIG Women’s Open at the home of golf, St. Andrews, two weeks later.

“My mom says I played better golf when I was 15 than I do now,” said Ko with

a chuckle during a post-AIG interview.

Golf writer Ron Sirak says Ko has had three distinct acts in her career — the kiddie run when she won two Canadian Opens and 11 other titles before turning 20; a bit of a downturn between 2018 and 2021 when she won only once; and then a five-win rejuvenation starting in 2022,

“I think we’re going to see a burst of golf from her like we saw in her teenage years,” said Sirak.

Ko is 27 and was married two years ago. She hasn’t publicly said that motherhood is in her future, but announcing that she would retire at 30 leaves the presumption that the next phase of her life beckons. Former World No. 1 golfers Annika Sorenstam (age 38) and Lorena Ochoa (28) both retired at relatively early ages for family reasons.

Ko said the three weeks that included the Olympics and the AIG major at St. An-

drews was like a “whirlwind.”

“It was crazy to get into the Hall of Fame by winning the gold. These are things that I could have never imagined because they were just too good to be true.To say, ‘Oh, like what are the odds that that’s going to happen at the Olympics, and then a couple weeks later I’m going to win the AIG Women’s Open,’ I would have thought somebody was messing with me. But here I am, and it’s just been unreal. I feel very fortunate.”

Golf fans have been fortunate to watch her in action for the past 12 years. Will she give us a few more?

•Janice Hough of leftcoastsportsbage.com: “Rich Hill, 44, is back in the majors with the Boston Red Sox. Well come on, why isn’t someone signing Jamie Moyer? He’s only 61. Am sure his fastball can still rattle glass.”

•RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Forty-fouryear-old Rich Hill is back in the Majors pitching for the Red Sox. Despite rumours to the contrary, he is not considering a name change to Rich Over-the Hill.”

•Another one from RJ Currie: “A turning point in the Ti-Cats-Bombers game came when Hamilton returner Jordan Byrd lost the ball which was returned by the Bombers for six. They said he was stripped, but I think Byrd got plucked.”

•Headline at the onion.com: “(U.S. gymnast)

Stephen Nedoroscik Under Fire After Video Shows Him Whipping Pommel Horse”

•ªHeadline at fark.com: “NY Jets already in ‘Just End the Season’ form”

•Another fark.com headline: “At least no one broke out the Benny Hill music when the Yankees make three errors in one inning.”

•Legendary football coach Vince Lombardi: “The only

place success comes before work is in the dictionary.”

•The late NBA great Wilt Chamberlain: “They say nobody is perfect. Then they tell you practice makes perfect. I wish they’d make up their minds.”

•Steve Simmons of the Toronto Star: “A reason to avoid Argo games: They charge $8.50 for a bottle of Diet Coke (or regular Coke) at BMO Field. They asked me if I wanted a receipt when I bought one. I said ‘no, I’m as embarrassed about this as you should be.’ The same bottle sells at your grocery store for just over $2.”

•Kendall Baker of Yahoo Sports, on the eve of the start of the college football season: “Yahoo! It’s Friday!My weekend to-do list: (1) Watch college football. (2) ... Oops, looks like that’s the whole list.”

Bruce Penton is a former sports editor of the Brandon Sun. Care to comment? Email: brucepenton2003@yahoo.ca

W olverines continue to shape roster ahead of season

Well that didn’t take long.

The defending Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) champion Winkler Flyers announced that Matthew Melo will be the team’s new Head Coach and General Manager.

Melo replaces Justin Falk, who resigned in August to take a position as a professional scout for the Buffalo Sabres of the NHL.

The new bench boss for the Flyers looks like a good fit for the Winkler and surrounding community. He spend the past two years as an assistant with the University of Western Ontario USports team, and before that, was an assistant coach with Briercrest College, a

Derek Holtom AROUND THE MJHL

Christian Academy School in Carnonport, SK.

Melo also played for Briercrest College in the ACAC, as well as several seasons in the Greater Ontario Junior

Hockey League.

“I’m grateful to Caleb, Marlin, and the board of directors for entrusting me with the opportunity to represent the Winkler Flyers organization as Head Coach and General Manager,” said Melo in a press release.

“I am excited about the standard of excellence Justin Falk, the coaching staff, and players have cultivated over the past three seasons. I look forward to contributing to building upon that momentum and am motivated by the potential of what this group can achieve together.”

“We are very excited to bring Matt into the Flyers organization. Matt comes highly regarded by his for-

mer colleagues and his goals align well with what has already been built here in Winkler,” noted Flyers Board President Caleb Suderman in the same release.

“He has a great background in the game of hockey and will provide great leadership to an already excellent staff. He’s excited to get started and move into the community to begin this next phase of his career.”

The Waywayseecappo Wolverines have signed defencemen Isaac Catcheway for the upcoming season.

A product of Thompson, Catcheway has suited up with the Norman Northstars in the Manitoba Under-18

Hockey League for the past three seasons. This past winter Catcheway had 19 assists in 43 games. He also suited up as an AP for one game with the aforementioned defending champion Winkler Flyers.

Teams from across the MJHL continue to pull the trigger on deals for the coming year.

The Waywayseecappo Wolverines have sent forward Luke McCarthy to the Selkirk Steelers for a PDF. McCarthy, a native of Cottage Grove, MN, played 26 games for the Wolverines last year before moving onto the Willmar WarHawks of the North American Three Hockey

League.

The Virden Oil Capitals shipped the rights of goaltender Nikolas Trakakis to Smith Falls of the CCHL for a player development fee (PDF). He actually played in Smith Falls last year, so the Oil Capitals didn’t do much to develop the Quebec netminder.

And finally, the Selkirk Steelers shipped defenseman Luke Wagner to the Niverville Nighthawks for a PDF. The 18-year-old Winnipeg product had three goals and nine assists.

Derek Holtom is a freelance writer who covers the MJHL from Winnipeg.

W olverines earn split in pair of pre-season contests

The Waywayseecappo Wolverines earned a split of a pair of Manitoba Junior Hockey League pre-season games with the Swan Valley Stampeders.

The Stamps edged the Wolverines 3-2 in Swan River on Sept. 1, but the Wolverines bounced back with a 5-2 win in Waywayseecappo on Monday, Sept. 2. In another game, the Virden Oil Capitals fell to the Yorkton Terriers of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League on Monday, Sept. 2 in Yorkton.

SWAN VALLEY 2 AT WAYWAYSEECAPPO 5

Monday, September 2, 2024 – Waywayseecappo Arena Complex 1st Period-1, Waywayseecappo, Stone 1 (Shumlas), 1:01. 2, Waywayseecappo, Madden 1 (Shumlas, Haugen), 13:12. 2nd Period-3, Waywayseecappo, Stone 2 (Madden, Chipelski), 1:55. 4, Waywayseecappo, Johnson 2 (Stone), 12:54 (PP).

3rd Period-5, Swan Valley, Jiag 1 (Campbell, Hogg), 8:36. 6, Swan Valley, Dhaliwal 1 (Lescarbeau), 17:10. 7, Waywayseecappo, Peters 1 (Stone), 17:56. Shots on Goal-Swan Valley 8-5-15-28. Waywayseecappo 7-22-18-47. Power Play Opportunities-Swan Valley 0/3; Waywayseecappo 1/4. Goalies-Swan Valley, Martyniuk 0-1-0-0 (18 shots-15 saves); Becker 0-0-0-0 (29 shots-27 saves). Waywayseecappo, Falk 1-0-0-0 (12 shots12 saves); Hennessy 0-1-0-0 (16 shots-14 saves).

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VIRDEN OIL CAPITALS 3 AT YORKTON (SJHL) 4

Monday, September 2, 20224 – Westland Insurance Arena No game details were available.

WAYWAYSEECAPPO 2 AT SWAN VALLEY 3

Sunday, September 1, 2024 – Swan River Centennial Arena

1st Period-1, Waywayseecappo, Johnson 1 (Thompson, Kirk), 15:54. 2, Waywayseecappo, Quenelle 1 (Miller, Sarna), 18:37. 2nd Period-3, Swan Valley,

Mulller 1 0:29. 4, Swan Valley, Waldner 1 (Lacasse, Chartrand), 14:55. 3rd Period-5, Swan Valley, Hiebert 1 (Mulller), 10:28. Shots on GoalWaywayseecappo 6-3-6-15. Swan Valley 9-11-11-31. Power Play OpportunitiesWaywayseecappo 0/3; Swan Valley 0/5.

Goalies-Waywayseecappo, Garbitt 0-0-0-0 (11 shots-10 saves); Hennessy 0-1-0-0 (20 shots-18 saves). Swan Valley, Becker 0-0-0-0 (8 shots-6 saves); Texter 1-0-0-0 (7 shots7 saves). A-N/A

‘A FARMER FIRST’

A 2nd

RYAN NESBITT

Minnedosa Tribune

Adding the highest NHL draft pick in the history of the region, it’s pretty safe to say that our forward group will be getting a big boost this week.

Welcome to the All Stars of the Area, a series where I look to assemble what I feel is the best possible hockey team made up of players from the area that our three newspapers serve, loosely defined as being from Kenton in the south, north to Riding Mountain National Park, and from the Saskatchewan border heading east over to the Minnedosa area.

overall NHL draft pick and a World Junior and Memorial Cup Champion, Pat Falloon’s pure talent cannot be denied Falloon.

Our team thus far is made up of goaltenders Ron Low of Foxwarren and Jamie Hodson of Lenore; defensemen Dallas Smith of Hamiota, Travis Sanheim of Elkhorn, John Marks of Hamiota, Rick Berry of Birtle, Mark Wotton of Foxwarren, and Wayne Ramsey of Hamiota; and forwards Bill Derlago of Beulah, Ron Chipperfield of Minnedosa, and John Paddock of Oak River.

This week, we will continue to put together the pieces of our forward group, adding the NHL’s 2nd overall draft pick in 1991, Pat

PAT FALLOON

Foxwarren

When you think of Foxwarren you think of cold feet, warm hearts, and of course, Pat Falloon – the phenom who came up through the Yellowhead Chiefs system, went onto the world stage, then finished his hockey journey in the town he loves.

Born Sept. 22, 1972, Falloon was the talk of the region from a young age as he honed his skills in the Foxwarren arena. In one spectacular season playing for the Yellowhead Chiefs, Falloon put up 47 goals and 91 points, and still holds eight team records and one league record.

Moving on to play junior hockey with the WHL’s Spokane Chiefs, the accolades continued for Falloon, scoring an impressive 340 points in 204 WHL games over three seasons. After setting a franchise record with 78 points as a rookie, and following it up with a 124 point sophomore season and a gold medal for Team Canada at the World Junior Hockey Championships. The right winger had his best season in 1990-91 where he had 64 goals and 138 points in 61 games for Spokane, as the club swept both the Western Conference and League Championship series on route to a Memorial Cup Championship, where they went undefeated and Falloon

was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player.

His back-to-back 60 goal seasons caught the eyes of scouts, as Falloon would go down as the highest ever draft pick from the region after being selected 2nd overall by the San Jose Sharks in the 1991 NHL Entry Draft. The selection came with a lot of pressure – one pick after Eric Lindros and one selection ahead of Scott Niedermayer in a star-studded draft class –as the expansion Sharks looked to Falloon as their franchise building cornerstone.

The offensive-minder Falloon largely lived up to those expectations early in his career, scoring an impressive 25 goals and 59 points in his rookie season, earning him a fourth place finish for the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s Rookie of the Year behind Pavel Bure, Nicklas Lidstrom and Tony Amonte.

After a productive start to his second NHL season, a serious shoulder injury derailed his season, and the rest of his career. Falloon bounced back with 51 points in his third season, but the injury limited him, forcing him to change the way he played and changing the trajectory of his career.

After four seasons with San Jose Falloon was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers during the 1995-96 season, and put up 22 goals and 48 points in 62 games. After one more full season with the Flyers, he was dealt to the Ottawa Senators for former first overall pick Alexander Daigle, and finished his NHL career with parts of two seasons with the Edmonton Oilers and a half season with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1999-00.

In the end, Falloon finished his NHL career with 143 goals and 322 points in 575 games.

Falloon spent the 2000-01 season playing with Davos HC in Switzerland. As told to Ryan S. Clark of The Athletic in 2021, when Falloon returned from the season overseas he wasn’t sure what the next step would be in hockey, or in life.

“I went home to the farm and guessed that was the end of my career,” Falloon said. “I headed home and started farming and thought if nothing comes in the summertime, I would not think much about it. Then, I started the business of farming and that was the end of my hockey career.”

After returning to Foxwarren, local hockey fans were

treated to Falloon’s talents as he led the Falcons to six straight North Central Hockey League Championships from 2001-02 to 2006-07.

Falloon also won an Allan Cup with Iles des Chenes in 2003 and is an honoured member of the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame.

While much has been written about the rise and fall of his hockey career, no one can deny the talent that Falloon had and the impact he had on his past teammates who describe him as a good farm boy and a truly humble person.

“Patty is a farmer first,” said former NHL and WHL teammate Ray Whitney. “He had always intended to go back and farm. He is doing what he loves.”

With a career that didn’t end as promised, some athletes may sit at home with regrets, but Falloon chooses to see the experiences he had and the friends he made in hockey from a positive light.

“I wake up in the morning and I am happy and I go on,” he told The Athletic. “I did not play 1,000 games and I wish I would have. I didn’t win a Cup and that hurts. But what do I have to really complain about?”

V irden RCMP respond to fatal collision

On Aug. 26, Virden RCMP received a report of a twovehicle collision on Highway 83, located approximately three kilometres south of Provincial Road 345. The investigation has determined that a vehicle, travelling southbound on Highway 83, veered over the center line, and collided head-on with a northbound semi-trailer. The 61-year-old driver of the southbound vehicle, from Melita, was pronounced deceased on scene. The 47-year-old male driver of the semi-trailer, from Meadowbrook Village, was treated and released for minor physical injuries. Virden RCMP, along with a Forensic Collision Reconstructionist, continue to investigate.

On Aug. 25, RCMP officers were patrolling westbound on Provincial Road (PR) 201, nearing Highway 59, when they observed thick black smoke coming from a tree line located near a property on Road 9N. Officers attended to the location and located a pickup truck engulfed in flames. The local fire department was contacted to attend. Once the fire was extinguished, fire fighters located the driver, now confirmed as a 58-year-old male from Steinbach, who was pronounced deceased on scene. Investigators have determined that the pickup truck, travelling westbound on PR 201, left the road and entered the ditch where it then continued into a corn field before coming to a stop at the tree line. Due to the heat from the vehicle, the corn stalks under the pickup truck ignited. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the cause of death, but it does not appear suspicious at this time. Emerson RCMP continue to investigate.

On Aug. 28, Dauphin RCMP on patrol on Lake Road SE on Ebb and Flow First Nation, observed a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle refused to stop, continued to drive in an

unsafe and erratic manner and fled from police. RCMP in the area made patrols for the vehicle and located it on Sucker Creek Road. A spike belt was set up and the vehicle went over it, continued to drive for a short distance, went into the ditch and the driver fled on foot. Officers from Dauphin and Ste. Rose du Lac, with assistance from Police Service Dog Marook, attended and began tracking. Marook and his handler located the suspect hiding in the bush and he was arrested. It was determined the suspect was also wanted on two Warrants of Arrest. A search of the area was conducted and a bag with a small quantity of methamphetamine was located. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of an imitation firearm, drugs and unstamped cigarettes. A 33-year-old male of Ebb and Flow First Nation has been charged with: Possession of Methamphetamine, Flight from Peace Officer, Resisting Arrest, Operation of a Motor Vehicle While Impaired, Operation of a Motor Vehicle while over 80 mg%, Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose. He was also charged under the TAMTA – Tax Administration and Miscellaneous Taxes Act for Possessing Unmarked Tobacco and under the Highway Traffic Act for Carry Liquor in Vehicle, Drive Unregistered Vehicle, Drive without Insurance, Drive without Holding a Valid Driver’s Licence and Speeding. He was remanded into custody. Dauphin RCMP continue to investigate.

NATURE’S BEAUTY

DARRELL NESBITT/MINNEDOSA TRIBUNE

The beauty of nature lies in its freshness, openness, slow breeze, and the warm sun – relief for our brains. Nature is made of everything we see in town and from a rural view – trees, flowers, plants, animals, sky, mountains, forests, and more. Finding many colours in nature, which make valley life beautiful, are assisted with this bed of flowers showcased in front of the Minnedosa Legion. Nature’s beauty has an infinite, everlasting, and immortal existence.

Q: I don’t really understand what osteoarthritis is and why it happens. All I know is that my joints are starting to feel stiff and sore. Can you explain what’s going on and how to stop it? –George T, Boston, MA

A: Osteoarthritis or OA is a progressive condition that develops as a result of everything from genetics and repetitive joint stress or injury to obesity and diabetes. Whatever the initiating factor, OA then causes the cartilage in joints to deteriorate. As that happens, it also triggers inflammation of the joint lining, damages bone, and erodes connective tissue that holds a joint together. You end up with restricted motion and pain.

Whether you don’t yet have OA, can feel it beginning, or have it full-blown in one or more joints, you can do a lot to prevent or ease it. A new study shows that weightbearing activity can bulk up the muscle mass in your legs, backside and core, and that can prevent or ease the development of OA in your leg joints.

Your nutritional habits can also help prevent or ease OA inflammatory damage. The best anti-inflammation diet is plant-based and free of all added sugars, red and processed meats and heavily processed, prepared foods. Taking supplements such as glucosamine and chondroitin to protect cartilage, and omega-3 fatty acids and turmeric/curcumin to reduce inflammation may also help. Dr. Oz takes all three! And Dr. Mike is a fan of ASU (Avocado-Soybean Unsa-

ponifiable), an OA-modifying supplement with minimal side effects.

Bonus: If you avoid or control OA, you protect your heart. Research shows that people with OA, especially in the knee and hip, are almost three times more likely to develop cardiovascular disease or heart failure than those without OA.

So next steps: Reduce inflammation by improving your diet and taking jointfriendly supplements, make sure you have shoes that cushion each step, and lose weight if needed. If you have obesity, you’re 60% more likely to develop OA.

Q: My wife wants me to give up a lot of food I like because my mother was just diagnosed with dementia. What’s one thing got to do with the other? – Omar T., Edison, NJ

A: You know the phrase “you are what you eat” – well it’s also true that your brain is what you eat. Some new studies reveal that everything from sugar to red processed

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meat raises your risk for dementia and that a stressreducing Mediterranean diet (yeah, that’s one more benefit it offers) and fish oil lower your risk for cognition problems.

The study of fish oil found that folks with a genetic risk from the APOE4 gene (you could get tested) had a reduced amount of brain white matter lesions over the three years they were taking 975 milligrams of EPA and 650 milligrams of DHA daily. The study was not able to confirm that everyone benefits from

the brain-loving protection of fish oil, but we’re betting they do. For more info on fish oil, read the iHerb.com blog “Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids.”

The research on the Mediterranean diet found that it reduces bodily stress. First, the diet lowers body-wide inflammation, which fuels ill health (very stressful). Then there’s the relaxation that comes from knowing you’re optimizing your longevity and well-being with the food choices you make. Lower levels of stress then reduce levels

of the stress hormone cortisol, which has been linked to progression of cognition problems, and may fuel the underlying bodily changes that lead to dementia.

And a new study on processed red meat found that replacing a daily serving with 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, 1 ounce of nuts or 8 ounces of soy milk reduces the risk for dementia by 20%.

So, the choice is yours. But we hope you dig into the great flavors of a Med diet with fatty fish like salmon and anchovies, ditch processed

meats and take fish oil to protect your brain from premature aging and dementia.

Dr. Mike Roizen is the founder of www.longevity playbook.com, and Dr. Mehmet Oz is global advisor to www.iHerb.com, the world’s leading online health store. Roizen and Oz are chief wellness officer emeritus at Cleveland Clinic and professor emeritus at Columbia University, respectively. Together they have written 11 New York Times bestsellers (four No. 1’s).

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SUDOKU CHALLENGE

This time of year any plants growing in the garden are welcome! Those plants that come back year after year are especially welcome! Enjoying annuals that will set their own seed and come back year after year have a special appeal, although they need a bit different culture than the other more regular “perennials”.

Self-seeding annuals are exactly what is needed in some areas in the garden. They are also a huge benefit if you are planting a pollinator garden. Not all annuals are selfseeding, but if the seed packet says “self-sows freely” or “Hardy Annual”, chances are that it will. Soil conditions and climate determine what will self-seed. For example, late-blooming annuals such as zinnias may not have time to set seed and mature prior to frost. Furthermore, not all annuals will grow true from seed or in other words, look exactly like their parents. To get exact replicas, you need openpollinated or heirloom seed. If the annual in question is one of the many hybrids now available, the offspring revert to the original parent colours. In my garden, the mauves, blues and whites, of the original packet of bachelor buttons have almost entirely gone back to the “cornflower blue” of the original plant.

When I plant new annuals in my garden I sometimes plant them after the first hard frost in late fall but more often don’t remember to plant them until spring, usually several weeks before the last frost date. It is obvious, but in order to self-seed, there must be seed. So don’t deadhead right up to frost. Mid-august usually allows enough time for the last flowers to set seed and mature. And while plants are designed to seed themselves, I sometimes shake poppy seed heads in new corners of the garden, or sprinkle a handful of bachelor button seed heads where I feel more colour is needed. In the spring watch for the new seedlings poking their heads up from the ground. And watch that spade because it is easy to wipe out the new flowers along with the ubiquitous weeds. However, you may also quickly discover that there are far more seedlings than you want or they are about to strangle out something else. The simple remedy

Patricia Hanbidge GARDENING

is to thin them out. Choose the largest, sturdiest seedlings and remove the rest, sometimes transplanting to new chosen spots. It is easy to do with small seedlings – a trowel-full of dirt with the seedling in the middle and most of them don’t notice they’ve been moved. Shirley poppies (Papaver rhoeas) self-seed profusely and they come in many shades of pink and red, singles and doubles. Calendula officinalis or pot marigolds have daisy?shaped flowers of orange, rust, yellow, cream, and apricot. They love the sun and good drainage. Expect them to revert, over time, to simpler forms and fewer colours. Sunflowers will pop up in places you didn’t expect and sometimes leaving one or two in an unlikely spot creates a relaxing informality. California poppies (Eschscholzia californica), Oriental poppies (Papaver orientale), johnny jumpups (Viola cornuta), sweet William (Dianthus barbatus), love-in-a-mist (Nigella damascena), forget-me- nots (Myosotis sylvatica) will all weave their way through your garden without consultation. Self-seeding annuals are undemanding and reliable. The problem is that you have little idea and less control over where they will turn up. Depending on your point of view, they help to create an unfussy, relaxed, cottage garden with new surprises each spring. Or they create disasters, which need immediate help. If you are ready to let go of some (or most) of the control in your garden, then welcome to the world of selfseeding annuals. Hanbidge is the Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture. Find us at www.orchidhort.com; by email at info@orchidhort.com; or on facebook @orchidhort.

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BIALAS: On Aug. 26, 2024, in the Minnedosa Health Centre, at the age of 88, Carl Charles Bialas passed peacefully with his family surrounding him, holding his hand and admiring his strength. Carl was born at home on the farm, in the Rural Municipality of Harrison, on March 28, 1936, the last of six children born to John and Annie Bialas. He received his education at Martindale school near Sandy Lake and Clear Lake school near Onanole. Carl met his wife to be Marlene Sedgwick at a dance in Bethany and they were later married on April 26, 1958. They had two children, son Carl Darcy, born July 26, 1966 and daughter Tracy Ann, born June 18, 1969. In 1958 Carl worked building Manitoba Pool Elevators and then for North American Lumber in Minnedosa. In February of 1966 he started working for the Canadian Pacific Railway as a Brakeman/Conductor. Carl retired from the CPR in September of 1995, after 30 years of service. He enjoyed golfing, curling, camping, fishing, hunting, helping people and spending time with family and friends. Carl was very proud of the number of years of volunteer work he did for the Minnedosa Golf Course and the Minnedosa Legion Branch #138. The shining star in papa’s life, his granddaughter Teagan Marlena Bialas was born June 10, 2001, she stole his heart that day and he loved every minute with her. She kept him on his toes and had him wrapped around her finger from day one. Carl was predeceased by his father John and mother Annie Bialas; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mike (Teenie) Bialas, Nick (Helen) Bialas; sister and brother-in-law Jean (Mike) Nechwediuk; brotherin-law Mike Jawa; father and mother-in-law Roy and Margorie Sedgwick; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Edie (Ken) Kingdon, Hilda (Paul) Weslowski; sisterin-law Jean Sedgwick; and son-inlaw Shawn Willis. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Ted (Marlene) Bialas, sister Sophie Jawa, and brother-in-law Milton Sedgwick. Along with many nieces and nephews. Carl also leaves behind his wife/best friend and love of over 66 years Marlene (Sedgwick) Bialas. His children, son Darcy (Lisa) Bialas and daughter Tracy (Bialas) Willis. Grandchildren Brennan (April) Willis, Logan Willis (Mike) and Teagan Bialas (Carter). Carl was the guy you could call on for help at any time, for anything and he would be there. He was a

true friend to so many and he will be forever missed. As per Carl’s wishes there will be no funeral service. A private family graveside gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arthritis Society, Manitoba Division. White’s Funeral Home ~ Minnedosa in care of arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca.

COMING EVENTS

Minnedosa United Church Sunday Services and Sunday School resume on Sept. 8 at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome.

Minnedosa’s Terry Fox Community Run for Cancer Research is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 15. Participate through joining our event, supporting another with a pledge or giving a donation. Registration at the Conference Centre begins at 9:00 a.m., greetings and group event at 10:00 a.m., open until 1:00 p.m. Pledge forms available at the Library, the Pharmacy, by phoning Kathy at 204-8685899, or at terryfox.org. Join us for coffee and a muffin from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Dog training classes to begin on Sept. 16 at the Ag Centre in Minnedosa. Please email for more information funfurrydogs@gmail.com.

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The Minnedosa Health District Auxiliary will hold their quarterly meeting on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. in the Hospital Board Room. New members welcome.

‘Empowering Independence’ a Services to Seniors Presentation, Monday, Sept. 16, 10:00 a.m. at the 50+ Activity Centre, 31 Main St., Minnedosa. Refreshments served.

It’s hard to believe but not everyone has Facebook. This ad you’re reading costs $13.50 and reaches over 5 communities and 3,000 readers every week. And next week it will be half price. Planning an event? If you tell them they WILL come. Call Michelle at 204759-2644 ext. 1.

HELP WANTED

Rocky Mountain Equipment is now hiring: Parts Technicians, Sales Consultant, Agriculture and Heavy Equipment Techs – Journeyman, Apprentices and Sales role. View open roles www.rocky mtn.com/careers. Possible relocation and signing bonus offered.

IN LIEU OF CANVASSING DOOR TO DOOR, The Minnedosa Health Auxiliary will be accepting donations towards the purchase of items for our Personal Care Home and Hospital.

Donations will be accepted at “Inspire Studio” 71 Main Street, Minnedosa or mailed to Health Auxiliary, Box 1916, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0.

MINNEDOSA 50+ ACTIVITY CENTRE

NOW HIRING

The Minnedosa 50+ Activity Centre is currently accepting applications for the position of Activity Coordinator to commence as soon as possible. The position is for 12 hours per week, but must be flexible when required.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and competencies: Excellent communication, Social and approachable, Work independently and as part of a team, be Reliable, Trustworthy and have Computer experience (ie: Word, Excel, Email, Social Media etc).

Resumes can be emailed to mdsasca@gmail.com, be mailed to Box 1002, Minnedosa, MB ROJ 1E0 or dropped off in person during office hours. Deadline for resumes will be Sept. 10, 2024 at 12 noon.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WANTED

Licensed gun dealer looking for firearms in all classes, and anything firearms related. Inheritance assistance provided. Can store handguns during the ban. Call or text Keith 204-471-9015.

LAND FOR SALE/FOR RENT

Cropland For Rent: Municipality of Harrison Park, NE 13-17-20 (135 acres), SE 23-17-20 (75 acres). Call Jim Krzyzaniak, 204-476-6566 for information. Cropland for Rent: Municipality of Harrison Park, N 1/ 2 18-17-19 (192 acres), Roselle Miko 204-230-0615 (day) or 204-

475-9984 (after 5:00 p.m.) for information. Tenders for all or part accepted by mail on or before Oct. 1. Send to: Jim Krzyzaniak and Roselle Miko, Box 178, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0.

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TOWN OF MINNEDOSA

The Town of Minnedosa invites applications for the position of

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

for the Parks & Recreation Department

The Town of Minnedosa is seeking a team-oriented individual who under the direction of and reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Assistant CAO or Department Manager will be responsible for directing the overall planning, organizing, coordination, development and scheduling of Parks and Recreation activities and facilities to implement a year-round, community recreation and parks program with maximum community engagement.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a degree or diploma in recreation/leisure studies (preferred)

• Have at least two (2) years Recreation & Leisure programming experience (preferred)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 programs, Quickbooks (preferred), and Social Media Management

• Be self-motivated and able to work independently

• Able to work with a diverse community and others

• Possess a valid Class 5 license

• Possess a valid First Aide certificate with clear Criminal & Child Abuse Registry checks

Must be ready to take on a key role in a thriving community committed to sports, recreation and leisure activities with a new multi-event facility and community hall.

This is a Unionized, Level II Administration position. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Town offers an attractive benefits package.

A full job description is available by contacting acao@minnedosa.com.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume stating experience, education, salary expectations and references.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:

Stacy Andrews, ACAO

Town of Minnedosa, Box 426 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0

Email: acao@minnedosa.com

Phone: 204-867-2727

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024 or until the position is filled.

Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Mun.of Harrison Park

Council of the Municipality of Harrison Park (MHP) approved the expenditure of $60,000 for the purchase of four MSA G1 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for the Harrison Park Fire Department – Newdale Station, including face pieces and eight 4,500-psi air cylinders from ABC Fire & Safety Ltd., at the Aug. 7 meeting.

Council dealt with the following Conditional Use (CU) and Variation (V) applications…

Langston Lane Inc. (Steve, Reghan Langston) –2024 CU04: To allow the use of a “Hunting and Fishing Lodges and boating clubs on SE 2518-19 WPM, 106077 PTH No. 10 approved, subject to a number of conditions including a maximum of 10 overnight camping sites on the property; a maximum of 13 accommodation buildings each providing accommodation to a maximum of one family unit; and no sighting of firearms or archery on the property.

Langston Lane Inc. – 2024 V-08: Application to reduce the minimum site area from 10 acres to 5.37 acres to allow for a “Hunting and Fishing Lodges and Boating Clubs” in the “A80” General Agricul-

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tural Zone, approved as filed. Councillor Langston left the meeting while these matters were discussed and dealt with.

Kelly Frey –2024 CU-05: To allow the use of a Residential Care Facility on SE 17-1919 WPM, approved subject to the applicant and owner, acknowledges the property is within an agricultural area and will be subject to noise, dust, odours, and other ‘nuisances’ that result from normal farm practices from existing and potential agricultural operations.

Kelly Frey – 2024 V-09: Application to vary the maximum amount of children who are under the care of a child caring agency from 8 to 12, approved as filed.

Delegations and Petitions…

Land Stewards of the Little Saskatchewan River (LSR) Group, represented by Derek Friese, Chris Raupers and Jon Raupers, discussed proposed Ecological Corrider study along the LSR. Tyler Woods and Gil Vandeale made representation regarding the drainage ditch beside 33 Serenuk Drive, Sandy Lake.

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ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION invites applications for EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS

To provide support to students under the direction of and within a program that has been developed by the school and divisional educational team.

10 Months

Days that school is in session

School Hours per Day

Erickson Elementary, Erickson, MB 5-6 hours per day Forrest Elementary, Forrest, MB 6 hours per day (alternating days)

Westview Colony School, Newdale, MB 2.5 hours per day

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca, select Employment link, then Support Positions link.

ciency Manitoba met with council regarding programs.

Josh McPhail, Brett Williams, and Val Cumming made representation to council regarding the South Bay Water Project.

Council approved Subdivision Application – 4609-248639, made by Anna Donohoe and Will Hales, applicants and Malarky Land Inc. owner, allowing subdivision of part of the NE 3-16-20 WPM, subject to variance orders and a conditional use order for a rural non-farm dwelling is obtained.

Council approved Subdivision Application – 4609-248641, put forth by Crystal and Craig Erickson, applicants and owners, allowing subdivision of part of the NW 6-19-18 WPM, subject to variance orders being obtained reducing the requited site width from 200 feet to 169 feet for Lot 1, 158 feet for Lot 2, 144 feet for Lot 3, and 121 feet for Lot 4, as necessary to ensure compliance with the Zoning bylaw.

Council received a request from K & S Tiling for permission to install drain tile for R. Lewandoski Farms on E 1/2 of Section 5-17-20 WPM, which was reviewed by the

public works foreman. Council approved the request subject to Harrison Park’s Tile Drainage Policy. Councillor Campbell left the meeting while this matter was dealt with.

Councillor Campbell noted the LUD would be having a by-election for a new member; the CAO reported on water projects; and Councillor Langston gave an update on the Onanole trail.

Upon being given second and third readings, By-Law No. 147 – Zoning Amendment and By-Law No. 148 – Zoning Amendment were passed. All council members were in favour other than Langston who was absent.

Councillor Andreychuk reported on the Rolling River Hydrological committee meeting and was grateful to the firefighters who provided security at the Ride for Life Event. Councillor Campbell commented on the resurfacing of the roller rink and Western Days in Sandy Lake.

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