Serving the Areas of: Emerson, Morris, Dominion City, Lowe Farm, Rosenort, Ginew, St. Joseph, St. Jean Baptiste, Tolstoi, Letellier, Ridgeville, Woodmore, Sperling, Aubigny, Dufrost,Carlowrie, Greenridge, Arnaud, Halbstadt, Rosa, Roseau River VOLUME 21 NUMBER 34 MEAHF Has Busy Year submitted by Shelley Johnston The Morris-Emerson Area Health Foundation has renewed the contract for their Executive Director Shelley Johnston. The MEAHF created this position early 2014 with the intent the Executive Director promote awareness of the Foundation. In 2014 the Morris-Emerson Area Health Foundation began the process of rebranding, this included a name change, the foundation was formerly known as the Red River Valley Health District Foundation. We developed a new logo, website, Facebook page, and brochure. We also received a grant from Manitoba Community Services Council in the amount of $4000.00 which facilitated the rebranding process. We continued our partnership with the Morris and Area Palliative Care association and created new partnerships which include a joint effort to raise funds for a Duet Bike that the Red River Valley Lodge would like to purchase for the residents. The Foundation completed a cosmetic renovation of the waiting room at the Doctors Clinic in the Morris Hospital. We have already been busy in 2015, we helped announce the winner of the 50/50 bingo fundraiser the Red River Valley Lodge held. We have donating $1000.00 to the South Central Cancer Resource to support their organizations efforts. We are in the planning stage to transform a ~ VERIFIED CIRCULATION ~ private seating room at the Emerson Personal Care Home which will be available to the residents and their family members. We look forward to continuing our work with Palliative Care and will participate in planning the 15th Annual Palliative Care Golf Tournament which will be hosted by Morris Riverview Golf and Country Club held on Sunday September 13th, 2015. T h e M E A H F ’s g o a l i s t o provide funding for initiatives and infrastructure which will improve the health and wellness of the people of Morris, Emerson and surrounding areas. The Morris-Emerson Area Health Foundation will be holding our Annual General Meeting on March February 28, 2015 204-712-5082 Riverbend Realty [email protected] 3rd, 2015 at the Town of Morris Council Chambers. The Foundation encourages community members to join us and participate in the discussion regarding our goals for the future. Your gift to the MEAHF will benefit our communities for generations to come. Family and friends can honour the memory of a loved one or a special person by making a memorial donation. For more information on how you can donate or receive more information about the MEAHF please contact our Executive Director Shelley Johnston at (204)746-6666, 712-7321, [email protected] or Box 128 Morris, MB R0G 1K0, www. meahf.com. Tragedy in the RM of Morris Late on Tuesday night, a fire broke out in a house near the village of Kane. It was the home of a family with eight children and four of them died in the fire. Four brothers, Bobby 16, Timmy 12, Danny 10 and Henry 9 were on the top floor of the two storey house. Their mother and three other children were able to escape. Their father and an older brother arrived home and tried to rescue the boys, but smoke and flames were too much. By the time fire crews arrive, one section of the house ( a new addition) had collapsed and the older portion had fire coming out the window. Three trucks and 20 firefighters responded to the call, but the home was totally destroyed. The scene has been turned over to the Office of the Fire Commissioner, but no cause for the fire has been identified. The family and the community are in shock. The four boys went to school in Lowe Farm and Rosenort and the Red River Valley School Division arranged for crisis response teams at the schools on Wednesday. Social workers and psychologists will be in the two schools for several days to help students and staff cope. Focus for the community has turned to support for the family and the firefighters who will be offered critical incident stress debriefing. The family has been offered a new home while they try and get on with their lives. An account has been set up at the Access Credit Union and donations can be made at any branch. Cheques for the “Kane Fire Victims” and can be mailed to the Access Credit Union, Lowe Farm Branch, Norma Hildebrand - Clinical Coordinator of South Central Cancer Resource Box 265, Lowe Farm Mb, R0G 1E0. Shelley Johnston - Executive Director for MEAHF THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL Dominion City News By Shirley Berrington It sure is taking its sweet time warming up this year and when it does the wind makes it feel twice as cold. Its becoming quite tiresome and people are heading for warmer climes to get a break from it. But the sun is shining brightly and there have been some spectacular “sun dogs” in the sky! I wonder what March will bring? Dave and Bev Kirkpatrick recently returned from Tanzania, where they visited with their daughter Gina & Ethan Kinsey as they celebrated the birth of granddaughter Alera. Now they are off to Minneapolis to visit with daughter Karla and Joe Beeck on the arrival of their new grandson, Garrett Alexander. Baby Garrett arrived February 20th, weighing in at 8lbs 10 ozs, and is a baby brother for Kian and Ellie. Congratulations everyone. Congratulations go out to Pat French and Barry Gushuliak on their recent retirements. Pat French retired earlier this month and Barry Gushuliak retired last Friday. We wish you both a long, happy and healthy retirement. There will be a Pancake Breakfast this Saturday, February 28th, at the Dominion City Arena. Breakfast will run from 8-10am. Breakfast is sponsored by Access Credit Union, and all the proceeds will go to the arena. Adults pay $6 and 12 and under pay $4. There is also a sno-golf tournament that same morning with registration at 11am at the arena. “Shake Rattle & Roll” will be presented by Roseau Valley Mini School on two more dates, March 5 and 12th, at the Roseau Valley School gym from 6-7 pm. This free structured gym program is for February 28, 2015 Pg.2 preschool-aged children and their parents. Please bring clean indoor shoes and a water bottle. For more information you may contact Keela or Tandy at 204-427-2143. The Manitoba weekly mobile health clinic will be in DC on Fridays. Call 1-855-644-3515 to make an appointment. This is a great service to have, especially in winter. They can attend to almost all of your medical needs. Congratulations to team Jones of Manitoba on winning the Scotties in Moose Jaw this past week. The whole week provided excellent entertainment for us and the finals were superpumped! Even though they were being outcurled percentage-wise, Jones came up with the big shots when she had to. A team from Dominion City took part in the Dufrost Town Challenge Bonspiel last weekend and brought home the cup to DC for finishing on top! It is a first for DC. Troy Kirkpatrick skipped the rink of Dennis & Vi rg i n i a We i s s , Brenda Maxymowich, Donna Mae Scott, and Irene Friesen to victory in a skinstype match bonspiel. Congratulations everyone! The next curling bonspiel at the DC Curling Rink is the mixed, slated for the 1 3 - 1 5 th o f M a r c h . Please enter teams with Tracey French at 4273573 or Dennis Weiss at 427-2862. The Stick Bonspiel is on Saturday March 21st and you can call Dave Kirkpatrick at 427-2035 to enter. There will be curling for all ages on Sunday, March 1 st, at the DC Curling Rink from 1 – 4pm. Enter as a team or individually. The cost is a donation jar. Please bring clean shoes, broom and a helmet for the little ones. To enter please call Tracey @ 427-3573 or email: shawnandtracey [email protected] or Amy @ 427-3811 or email graydonamy special trip to get to visit Carly’s uncle David Wiens and a high school graduation gift for her! They also travelled to the Minan Ruins and enjoyed other sightseeing!!David has lived in Belize for more than 10 years. On Thursday Charlotte Wiens invited many of the family for the chicken soup meal at the Heritage, special guest was Butch Wiens and his family from WPG. On Friday evening the Friesen family (Frank L) performed at the Heritage Center. It was a lovely musical evening, the audience was also invited for a sing along! The Morris fellowship Chapel hosted the Quizzing team on Saturday!! Around 100 came out from Sask. and Ontario to take part! Well I guess I will not take the flu shot next year!! It seems as if it has not been a big help for me!! But then it might have been a lot worse, they say 2 weeks to get well if you have had a shot and 3 weeks if you didn’t!! Please call with any news!!! @yahoo.com A new fitness program “Ripped” will be held at the DC Community Hall on Mondays and Wednesdays starting March 2. Jennifer Slaney is the instructor. It is a 6-week program and is from 5:30 – 6:30pm at a cost of $135 or drop-ins $15 each time. A pair of medium or light weights, a yoga mat, a towel, and water bottle are required for the workout. Contact Jennifer to enroll @ 427- 3971 or email jenniferbruck@ hotmail.com for more information. A Fundraising introductory night for this program will be held at the DC Community Hall on Friday, February 27th, at 7pm at a cost of $15. Call Jennifer or Mitzi @427-2444 to get a ticket. All proceeds from this evening will go to the DC Community Hall or DC Curling Rink. Riverside Rosenort News by Lorraine Loewen We are still in a winter deepfreeze!! Not much relief in sight, even though the temperatures went up a bit, the wind made up for the cold!!! This week the Awanna kids had a wonderful time, it was the Awanna Grand Prix!! Congratulations go out to Jon Loewen (Brian) o n w i n n i n g t h e 1 st prize!!It was so special to have him break all Manitoba records!!All participants received ribbons!!Many family members came out to enjoy the evening! Mrs. Brunhilda Brandt enjoyed the company of her daughter Lucille Eidse (Elmer) coming from Kelowna for a visit recently, other family members joined her at Brunhilda’s home at the Heritage Apts! Congratulations go out to Brittany and Tobias Reotters on the arrival of a daughter Gates, born on February 13th!! First time grandparents are Colleen and Brad Kornelsen, this is the first great grandchild for Mrs. Laura Siemens, How exciting for all! Carly accompanied by her mother Judy Wiens and Frank returned from a wonderful vacation to Belize!! This was E-mail [email protected] Call 204-373-2493 THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL Emerson Seniors Corner By Diana Breckon y Well, by Sunday it will be only 3 weeks until spring. By then we should see some warmer weather, we hope. It’s hard to believe that March begins on Sunday. How time flies! Monday February 23rd, there were 5 tables of cribbage players at the New Horizon Centre. Men’s highMarvin Schurko (841), Men’s low- Bill Singbeil (749), Ladies highMildred Weiss (847), perfect score , she won every game, and Ladies low- Diana Breckon (724). At coffee break we celebrated a double birthday, Marvin and Joyce Schurko were welcomed into the Octogenarian Club. Enjoy it guys! Welcome back to Bill Singbeil from his holiday to Florida. The weather was not so warm there either. Birthday greetings for the month of March go to Ruth Cherewayko, Ron Kostelniuk, Dennis Boutet, Kathy Forrester, Laura Baier, and also to those not mentioned. May you all have a wonderful year! Mark your calendar for the St. Patrick’s Day Stew Supper on Tuesday March 17th at the New Horizon Centre. Watch for Posters. Daylight savings time begins March 9th. Just a reminder that next weekend you’ll have to turn your clocks ahead before you go to bed or you’ll be very late for church. Quote from Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe: “Live each day as if your life has just begun.” Till next time- take care. 15024gg13 “To the Point” February 28, 2015 Pg. 3 By Jeremy Bradley Don’t Be A Nice Guy Or Girl There are a lot of crazy studies these days. I’ve seen that wine is a good sunblock – which I tested last summer and got a minor sunburn. Chocolate is an antioxidant – which only gave me a sugar rush. Then I was sent a story with the headline “Nice guys finish second, women finish last.” The Journal of Personality and Social Psychology (I know – who?) reported that men with disagreeable personalities out-earn men with agreeable personalities by about 18 per cent. When it comes to disagreeable women, well, it was kind of a different story. Those women only made roughly five per cent more than women with agreeable personalities. We h e a r i t t i m e and time again that outspoken or strong women are considered to be, well, dare I say bitches? That’s not me name-calling, you know there are stereotypes about certain types of personalities. So where do the “nice guys” come in? They aren’t finishing last, because that’s where the strong women are. The “nice guys” aren’t making as much as the “bad guys”, according to the study, but they are still making more than women. What does this all mean? Well, to me it was concerning as the report seems to indicate that being a “nice” person isn’t rewarded in life. And then I realized that that’s nothing new to the workforce. There are many people in offices that you think are obnoxious because they have a tough personality with which to get along, but in the end it gets them further career-wise. It all comes back to what suits you as a person. Do you change your personality just in the workplace so it benefits your bank account? Or do you be true to yourself and stay the good person you think/know you are? But in the world of reality shows and stepping on others to get ahead, it’s saddening to know which route many people will take. That’s my point. What’s yours? Tell me at www.speakfreewithjb. com. Recipe of the week 5 Cup Salad 1 cup pineapple tidbits (drained) 1 cup Mandarin orange sections (drained) 1 cup small coloured marshmallows. 1 cup fresh coconut (flaked or grated) 1 cup sour cream 1 cup Cool Whip Mix first five ingredients, chill 24 hours. Fold in 1 cup Cool Whip before serving. Enjoy! Would look nice on your Easter Dinner tablefrom the Come and Dine, Southern Hospitality Cook Book. Fax 1-204-272-3492 THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL Southeastern Manitobans the Most Generous in Canada! According to a recent article by MacLean’s Magazine, Steinbach is the most generous city in Canada. The article states that according to Statistics Canada, of all the cities across Canada, the people of Steinbach donate the most to charity. Although the article is focused on comparing Canadian cities, smaller communities across Southeastern Manitoba are right at the top of the list as well. This should come as no surprise. Here in Provencher we believe in the importance of building our communities and then giving back and helping those in need. I am incredibly proud that we have been recognized with such a prestigious honour and I believe that governments should allow for Canadians to keep more of their hard earned money so that they can choose which charities they wish to support. Earlier this fall our Conservative Government introduced a number of tax breaks for hard working Canadian families to do just that. As Canadians, we know that February brings two things: cold weather and tax season. While the groundhogs are still debating spring’s arrival, I can guarantee that tax season will be a lot easier for families this year. In October, Prime Minister Harper introduced the Family Tax Plan, which will provide benefits to 4 million Canadian families this year. Low and middle-income families will receive two-thirds of the overall benefits provided by this package. Here’s four ways our Government is helping hardworking Canadians this tax season: First, the new Family Tax Cut. This measure is aimed at couples with children under the age of 18, where one spouse is in a higher income tax bracket than the other. The Family Tax Cut can lower a family’s overall tax bill, providing tax relief of up to a maximum of $2,000. Second, we have enhanced the Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB). Our Government is increasing the UCCB for children under age six. As of January 1, 2015, parents will receive a benefit of $160 per month for each child under the age of six – up from $100 per month. Parents will now receive $1,920 per child, per year. We are also expanding the UCCB to children aged six through 17. As of January 1, 2015, parents will receive a benefit of $60 per month for children aged six through 17. Parents will receive $720 per child, per year. Next, we are increasing the Child Care Expense Deduction dollar limits by $1,000 for the 2015 tax year. You or your spouse may be able to claim a deduction for expenses incurred for someone to look after your child so that one of you can work or go to school. L a s t l y, w e h a v e doubled the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit from $500 to $1,000 per child, starting in the 2014 tax year. Unlike the Liberals who would take these new benefits away, and the NDP who want to impose national child care on parents, our Conservative Government is the only party who believes parents are the ones who know what is best for their children. Conservatives are delivering real results to hard-working Canadians. As our Prime Minister has said, our Government is fulfilling our promise to balance the federal budget. We are now in a position to fulfill our promise to help Canadian families balance theirs, and in turn, you are reaching out to help those in need in your communities. Southeastern Manitoba, YOU are demonstrating what “community” is all about. You may contact my office toll free at 1-866333-1933 or at 204326-9889. You may also write my office at 8-227 Main Street, Steinbach, MB R5G 1Y7, e-mail me at ted. [email protected] or visit my website at www.tedfalk.ca. February 28, 2015 Pg. 4 Thanks to the Manitoba Tuition Fee Income Tax Rebate... Our kids are building their futures here in Manitoba. For information about saving up to $25,000 on their Manitoba income tax, visit manitoba.ca/tuition You want what’s best for your children. A good education. A good career. And the opportunity to build their futures here at home. Find out how your children can receive a tax rebate for up to 60% of their tuition – as much as $2,500 a year. This extra cash will go a long way to helping them pay back their student loans, save for a house, or maybe even start a family. 15024gg05 the mplete me tax. o c t s u ym inco ngs, the eir Manitoba i v a s r i the le th To claim when they fi m r o f T1005 THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL National Farm Safety Week and the Flip Side of ATVs low light and reduced O T T A W A – Economical, versatile and fun, all-terrain vehicles have long been indispensable tools on Canadian farms and ranches. But as t h e si z e , p o w er and popularity of ATVs has increased, so too has the potential for serious injuries. March 14 to 20 is National Farm Safety Week, a great time to review the facts about ATVs and make sure you and your family are riding safe. “It doesn’t take much to roll an ATV,” warns Canada Safety Council’s resident off-road expert Mike Prud’homme. “And there’s nothing fun about an ATV rollover. If you have 600 pounds plus gear falling on you, it’s going to be hard to push off.” If you use an AT V f o r w o r k o r recreation, follow these safety precautions to reduce your risk: 1. Train up. A few hours in a Canada Safety Council AT V c o u r s e c o u l d save your life. 2. Suit up. Wear a helmet, eye protection, long pants, long sleeves, gloves and non-skid shoes for every ride. 3. Ride the right size. Always follow t h e m a n u f a c t u r e r ’s recommendations. Adult-sized ATVs are not appropriate for children under 16. 4. Ride by day. Even on familiar terrain, visibility will increase the chances of a mishap. Park your ATV after dark and in poor weather. 5. Never take passengers. Most ATVs are not designed for doubling. Do not attach passenger seats to your ATV. When using ATVs for farm chores, be extra cautious when hauling or towing. 1. Lighten up. Check your owner’s manual for load limits and resist the temptation to over load. Use proper tie-downs to secure your load and pr ope r ly distr ibute the weight. Weight distribution is extremely important. Any load will affect the performance and stability of the vehicle, so adjust your driving accordingly. 2. Don’t alter your ATV. Adding aftermarket passenger seats or other implements will affect the weight distribution and stability of the machine, increasing the likelihood of tip-over and rollover accidents. AT V T i p S h e e t < h t t p s : / / canadasafetycouncil. org/sites/default/files/ atv_tip_sheet.pdf> About the Canada Safety Council The Canada Safety Council is an independent, k n o w l e d g e based, charitable organization dedicated to the cause of safety. We provide national leadership in safety through information, education and c o l l a b o r a t i o n . We are Canada’s voice and resource for safety. February 28, 2015 Pg. 5 HEAR YE! HEAR YE! Southeast Billboard Sponsored by Southest Journal Whats happening in your community. Meetings, Fundraisers, School, Church and Recreational events or happenings in Seniors Centrers or day cares. Bring us your poster and if it meets our criteria we’ll print it in the Southeast Billboard....FREE. Dominion City TOPS chapter meets every Thursday at 4:15 pm at the New Horizon Centre, 106 Church Street Emerson. Join us for encouragement and education to help you to Take Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information call Brenda @ 373-2580 Shake Rattle & Roll presented by Roseau Valley Mini School on February 12, 19, 26, March 5 and 12 at the Roseau Valley School gym from 6-7 pm. This free structured gym program for preschool-aged children and their parents. Please bring clean indoor shoes and a water bottle. For more information please contact Keela or Tandy at 204-427-2143. Morris School Senior Drama presents "The Bold, the Young and the Murdered" on March 5th and 6th at 7:00 pm in the school theatre. Tickets are $5.00 and doors open at 6:30 pm. Come early to purchase silent auction tickets. R.M. Of Morris Council Hi-Lites MANITOBA HOUSING Caretaker Services Manitoba Housing is compiling a list of suppliers interested in providing Caretaker Services to the location(s) listed below, 1 Contract to be awarded. Site Visit must be attended to be considered eligible and receive Request for Quote. CONTRACT 1 -Morris -44 Units Parkside Villa -Building (28 Units) Scattered Housing (16 Units) Housing must be made aware of interest by March 5, 2015. For additional information please contact: Sharon Yatsko (204) 425-5010 13-132 Drull Avenue E Vita MB ROA 2KO By Ann Decima Full version of minutes is available at Rural Municipality Office in Morris Editor The council meeting was held Friday, Feb 9th with Reeve Groening in the chair. Councillors present were: Stan Siemens, Barry Fraese, Denis Robert, Mervin Dueck, Rick Giesbrecht and Margaret Gluck. CAO, Larry Driedger and Recording Secretary Julie Snarr were also in attendance. For historical purposes, it was noted that Rosenort Country Graphics was the designer of the new RM of Morris logo. Minutes were received from the following organizations: 1)Lowe Farm/Kane Recreation – Jan 12 and Jan 26, 2015 minutes & organization meeting 2)Valley Regional Library Meeting Jan 19 minutes 3)Morris District Handi-van- Dec 16 minutes 4 ) R M / To w n o f Morris -Jan 28 minutes Reports were received from Reeve Groening and the Sperling Committee. General Manager P e m b i n a Va l l e y Central Plains Tourism Association, Colleen Kyle, attended the meeting to explain the purpose of their organization and explained that its purpose is to promote communities. She explained the benefits of being a member and asked for continued support. Council will make a decision at the March council meeting. Jimmy Berg, a Public Works employee and acting Public Works Manager attended the meeting on behalf of Public Works Manager, Don Harder to give an update on projects such as a gazebo for the Lowe Farm cemetery, new park benches for walking paths and upgrading equipment in the shop. Council gave 1 st reading to Bylaw 1707/2015, to amend rezoning bylaw 1581/04 (Part of Lot 1 also known as 15 Elevator St) from “GD” to “M” and 1 st reading to By-Law 1708/2015 being a bylaw to maintain property and regulate nuisances, derelict, abandoned and unsightly property Council reviewed i n f o r m a t i o n correspondence. Meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m. with the next regular meeting to be held Wednesday, March 11, 2015. February 28, 2015 Pg 6 THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL Dominion City Wins Annual Town Abbeyfield House for Dominion City by Shirley Berrington Challenge Bonspiel The S e n i o r and independence. and inside the suites, The Dufrost Curling member Ray Christiuk different. Ironically, a Club hosted the 10th Annual Town Challenge Bonspiel last weekend with the town of Dominion City coming out on top for 2015. Troy Kirkpatrick’s rink defeated last year ’s champions from Vita, skipped by Bruce Brown. Twelve teams representing the towns of Otterburne West, Dominion City, New Bothwell, Vita, St.Pierre Jolys, St.Laurent and of course Dufrost competed in the bonspiel. Board thanked everyone for attending, he went on to explain the history of how this bonspiel came about. The idea originated when board members were trying to find a unique idea for a bonspiel. They wanted to keep teams interested in curling bonspiels. This is the only “Skins” format bonspiel that is held in the area. Teams will agree it is a definite change as your strategy is much team representing Dufrost has never won the Town Challenge bonspiel in the 10 years that it has been held. Many Thanks to all the volunteers that helped out over the weekend to make the event a success. Dufrost Curling Club will also hold the Farmers’ Bonspiel March 20 & 21. To register call 204347-5588 or email dufrostcurling@gmail. com Housing Committee have been working long and hard with the municipality and provincial government to secure housing for our seniors so that they can remain in the area that they are familiar with, and don’t have to move to another place to tend to their needs. Abbeyfield House is the answer, providing assistance with dignity At an open information meeting at the Dominion City Community Hall on Tuesday evening, Mr. Gordon Daman, Consultant for the housing project, addressed the crowd, explaining the costs and amenities that Abbeyfield will have. He used a video visual presentation to show the layout of the building, Dominion City Rink: Irene Friesen, Donna Mae Scott, Virginia Weiss, Troy Kirkpatrick Persons Arrested on Roseau River First Nation During the early morning hours on Tu e s d a y F e b r u a r y 23, 2015, Dakota Ojibway Police Service – Roseau River Detachment executed a search warrant at Lot C226 on Roseau River First Nation with the assistance of the Manitoba RCMP. Police recovered an illegally stored firearm and ammunition. Two persons, 1 adult female and 1 adult male were taken into custody without incident Aaron Roberts, a g e 3 6 i s c h a rg e d with several firearm related offences and possession of firearms while prohibited. Mr. Roberts was remanded into custody pending his next court appearance in Winnipeg. The adult female, Ms. Sandra Hayden age 54 is charged with Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm and released on a Promise to Appear to attend Court in Emerson on March 26 2015. Mr. Gordon Daman speaks to one of attendants, Jake Friesen, at the Abbeyfield Housing meeting on Tuesday. both single and doubles, the common area and kitchen, the lower area with large TV, craft room, carpentry room, laundry facilities, stairs and elevator, and spare suite for guests or staff when needed. He explained how the housing project will operate with a housing manager, food services, common kitchen area with 3 meals a day, recreational area, cleaning service and laundry, and Victoria Lifeline right there. It is not a “care home”, but a facility that let’s you remain independent and live life your way. He said that people are living longer and we don’t want to see our communities diminish as our population ages. He fielded questions from the crowd and very capably answered them. He gave kudos to the housing committee and a big thank you to Tracey French for trying to keep the costs at a bare minimum, and all the support received for this project from the municipal council and provincial government. A b b e y f i e l d Dominion City will be a first of its kind in Manitoba. If you are interested in becoming one of the first tenants of this beautiful facility or would like more information call: 204427-2557. Advertise in the Southeast Journal THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL Ridgeville News By Janis Nickel y Sigh, no end in sight yet, guess I’ll put another log on the fire. In spite of the cold the Ridgeville Rink saw a good turnout for its annual fundraiser broomball tournament. Six teams gathered for a day of friendly rivalry and fun. The winning team for the ‘A’ side was the Ridgeville Racoons; the ‘B’ side was Cups and Cleavage. After buying a well deserved round of drinks for their team-mates both teams donated their winnings back to the Rink. The Club was the place to go for food and after-the-game socializing. There was a silent auction, a meat draw and an auction for Barb’s delicious rum cake (which brought in $40.00) so, at the end of the day, there were many happy winners. A big thank-you from the Rink committee to the Ridgeville and February 28, 2015 Pg 7 surrounding community for again giving so generously of their time and the numerous auction items. Cribbage Night: This week the cribbage group welcomed new players from St Malo and Grunthal so 9 teams enjoyed the games and the snack table. Ray and Wayne took first place, followed by Morris and Arleen. More teams are always welcome. That’s all I know today. Keep warm and walk carefully. Urban & Rural Credit Unions Propose Merger "A" side winners - The Ridgeville Raccoons "B" side winners- Cups and Cleavage Contact us at [email protected] or Call us at 204-373-2493 Winnipeg, Manitoba – February 25, 2014 Access and Assiniboine credit unions are proposing a merger, which benefits their members their communities and their employees and, if approved, would make the new entity the largest credit union in Manitoba by assets, branches and members – and the sixth largest in Canada. It would have an extensive geographic reach into urban and rural areas in Manitoba, with Assiniboine bringing 21 branches in Winnipeg, Gillam and Thompson to the marriage and Access bringing 17 branches in southern Manitoba as far south as Emerson, west to Manitou and east to Sprague. Combined it Margaret Day, Assiniboine C U & Darryl Lowen Access C U would have 38 branches, merger at their respective $5.709 billion in assets annual general meetings a n d o v e r 1 5 4 , 8 0 0 on April 22, 2015. If members. The credit approved, the new entity union would operate would come into effect two corporate head October 1, 2015, says offices, in Winnipeg and Access Chair Darryl in the corridor between Loewen. Morden and Winkler, “We know we’re at the location of the both very strong credit current head offices. unions, but even better Members of both together. We believe this credit unions will be asked to support the Continued on Page 12 THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL Woodmore News By Sonja Grier y R.M. OF MORRIS UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On the date and at the time and location shown below, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representations from any persons who wish to make them in respect to the following matter: The Rural Municipality of Morris By-law No. 1707/15 being an Amendment to the Rural Municipality of Morris Zoning By-law No. 1581/04, as Amended. HEARING: Council Chambers at Municipal Office, 207 Main Street North, Morris, Manitoba. DATE & TIME: Wednesday, March 11th, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. GENERAL INTENT OF To rezone an area in the Lowe Farm area BY-LAW 1581/04: from “GD” General Development to “M” Industrial. AREAAFFECTED: Being part of Lot 1-CNR also known at 15 Elevator St, as shown outlined in a solid block on the map attached hereto as Schedule “A” and forming part of this by-law be re-zoned; FROM:“GD”, General Development TO:“M”, Industrial FOR INFORMATION: Larry Driedger, Chief Administrative Officer, R.M. of Morris CONTACT: Phone: 746-7300. A copy of the above proposal and supporting material may be inspected at the location noted above during normal office hours, Monday to Friday. Copies may be made and extracts taken therefrom, upon request. Hi there, how goes your day? Am I as happy with the Jets as I was last week, not at all after the Toronto game? There was a poll taken to see if they would make the playoffs, over seventy percent said yes, the rest said no. I’m on the no side. T h e Wo o d m o r e Combined 4-H members who won locally in Speeches and Visuals went on to compete at zones at Grunthal last Saturday and did very well. Cadence Riach came in second in Junior Public Speaking and Ainsley Thiessen was third. Winning the Intermediate Public Speaking was Trevor Kerda, second Cordell Thiessen. April Wiebe took Senior Public Speaking. In Junior One-Person Visuals, Abbey Chubaty was first and the team of Mariah and Mandi Schroeder took first in Junior Two-Person By-Law 1707/15 Schedule “A” From: “GD” General Development To: “M” Industrial N Visuals. First and Second places will now go on to compete at Eastman Area Communications in La Broquerie at École Saint Joashim, 29 Morandeau Bay on Saturday March 1 4 th a t 1 0 : 0 0 a m . Congratulations to you all! Sympathy is extended to the family of Lorraine (Lesperance) Grier who passed away at the Niverville Personal Care Home on February 11th at the age of eighty-four. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Neale, sons David (Debbie), Paul (Lori) four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a host of relatives. A Memorial Service was held on Saturday February 21st at Green Acres Funeral Home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Till next time, take care! The Southeast Journal 108 Church St, Emerson, Manitoba Ph: (204) 373-2493, Emerson Fax: (204) 272-3492, E-mail: [email protected] www.southeastjournal.ca Publisher: Brenda Piett Editor: Don Piett Advertising: Don Piett, Brenda Piett Box 95, Morris,MB, R0G 1K0 Box 68, Emerson, MB, R0A 0L0 The Publisher reserves the right to refuse any or all advertising for any reason, stated or unstated. Advertisers requesting publication of either display or classified advertisements agree that should the advertisement be omitted from the issue ordered for whatever reason, The Southeast Journal shall not be held liable. It is also agreed that in the vent of an error appearing in the published advertisement, The Southeast Journal accepts no liability beyond the amount paid for that portion of the advertisement in which the error appears or affects. Claims for adjustment are limited to errors appearing in the first insertion only. Advertising copy deviating in any way from the regular classified style will be considered display and charged on that rate scale. Printed in USA Southeast Journal Phone 204-373-2493 February 28, 2015 Pg 8 It Occurs to Me Find the Joy By Joanne Graydon I tackled yet another day of dressing in snow boots, a heavy parka, mitts, scarf, and pulled the hoody up over my toque. As I stepped outside, cutting winds stung my neck but -the winter chores have to be done each and every day. I admit feeling the drag of winter while trudging through the snow, shovelling the deck or ploughing through the rock-hard finger drifts crawling across our gravel roads but... I can find the joy in a few small things. They may not be grand or expensive but a few small things can make the day much brighter. “It Occurs to Me” it’s the little pleasures I should treasure. I often forget to appreciate small victories or I might take for granted the few things that are comforting. But winters can be long, cold and keep me indoors more than I’d like. The other day I was cleaning the playroom and came across a drawing that had fallen behind the bookshelf. When I picked it up I saw a pretty sunflower coloured in reds, yellows and greens. My granddaughter had printed a few loving words across the page and I stopped for a moment to read the message and appreciate this small gift. That moment got me thinking about the seemingly insignificant things that bring a little joy on a winter day. The first cup of coffee in the morning, the flock of blue jays fighting over a fresh top-up in the birdfeeder or a phone call from a friend may seem ordinary but always make me happy. I can sit in my chair in the afternoon with the sun pouring through the window and I can step outside at night to watch the stars...such small pleasures can be comforting. A few friends and I went to visit my 90 year old mother-in-law at the care home last week. We brought some food and candy and sat with her for a good hour. Her eyes sparkled when we walked into her room and the conversation didn’t stop until she b e c a m e t i r e d . We laughed and joked and listened while she told her favourite stories. It wasn’t my joy I had found, but hers. After a little daydreaming, I thought about the joy of campfires on a cool night, opening the perfectly popped bag of popcorn and hearing my favourite song on the radio. And then I started reminiscing about spring - I miss dirt. I decided to rifle through my box of seeds and start a few plants in the house. The simple joy in planting seeds goes way beyond the task because I can visualize the garden with anticipation of the first flowers’ perfume and the first taste of new vegetables. I guess I struggle at times during the long Manitoba winters but if a few small things can lighten the mood I should pay closer attention to them. I wonder if anyone else feels the same as I do. For now I think I’ll make a cup of cocoa and curl up by the woodstove with a good book. It doesn’t take much to find the joy. February 28, 2015 Pg 9 THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL New Emerging Players by Brennan Turner, President, FarmLead.com A recent Reuters poll of 12 traders and analysts is showing that Canadian farmers will plant 23.9 million acres of total wheat acres this year, the secondlargest area of the cereal planted in Canada in the last six years. This also includes a nine per cent increase year-over-year in durum acres to 5.2 million acres. Comparably, canola acres are seen falling two per cent year-over-year to 19.9 million acres (StatsCan at 20.33 million, A.A.F.C. at 20.76 million). Louis Dreyfus has suggested Canadian canola 2015/16 ending stocks could fall below one million tonnes (A.A.F.C. pegs it at 1.4M tonnes). Other notables from the poll include lentil acres growing to 3.5 million acres (3.1 million last year), land planted with peas up to 3.9 million acres (3.8 million last year), flax acres the same at 1.6 million (although I think they’re low on this one), and barley acreage growing to 6.3 million (5.9 million last year). More Canadian maltsters are also suggesting that global production and ending stocks are on the decline and that the Canadian share of the global export market is getting smaller as new players are emerging. Clearly it’s a more globalized ag trade game that we’re in than 10 years ago, let alone 25. With lentil prices fairly attractive (namely small reds), you can expect not only more acres here in Canada, but also in other countries like Australia and Turkey. Same thing on the durum side as it’s been suggested that Mexico will harvest more durum this year than the U.S. will! Other market buzz is that the Bank of Canada could drop interest rates again in March or April, which could help push the Loonie well below 80 cents, possibly towards the 75 cent-level that some bearish analysts have been predicting. This would intuitively help Canadian grain exports more competitive with those from other countries who have also seen their currencies depreciate significantly, including, but not limited to, Australia, Ukraine, and Russia. That being said, northeastern Ukraine and southern Russia have been badly affected by severe frosts in mid-January when crops had limited snow cover, significantly raising the level of winterkill in these regions. 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For more information on our foundation and how to donate please contact Shelley Johnston (204)746-6666 or 712-7321 [email protected] Please visit our website www.meahf.ca Charitable Receipts Available Doug Derewianchuk McPhail Travel 221 Victoria Avenue West Morris, Manitoba Canada R0G 1K0 Tel: (204) 746-2272 Cell (204) 226-4999 Email [email protected] Canadian Ink Supplies Remanufactured Ink Cartridges & Toners Save 40 % – 60% Off Originals Call/Text Joyce @ 204-921-0061 or 746-6984 Morris (Free Quotes) Heated Indoor Facility [email protected] www.diamondintheruffkennels.com Cliff Graydon Member of the Legislative Assembly Constituency of Emerson Constituency Office Box 2099 Altona Manitoba [email protected] Phone (204) 324-9901 Fax (204) 324-9902 Cell (204) 712-5482 Wiebe Funeral Home Altona Ltd. Kindness and Compassion Call: 324-5404 Altona, MB Business Directory Ad - $50 /month The U.S.D.A. in its annual Ag Outlook Forum sees U.S. corn acres dropping to 89 million (90.6 million in 2014), producing 13.6 billion bushels (14.2 billion in 2014) off of an average yield of 166.8 bu/ac (171 in 2014). As for soybeans, the U.S.D.A. is staying conservative compared to most other estimates, pegging 2015 acres at only 84 million, with an average yield of 46 bu/ac for a total output of 3.8 billion bushels (Compared to 2014’s 83.7 million acres, 47.8 bu/ac average yield, & 3.97 billion bushels total production). Finally, 2015 U.S. wheat acres are seen at 55.5 million (56.8 million in 2014), taking off 2.13 billion bushels thanks to a 45.2 bu/ac average yield (2.03 billion and 43.7 bu/ac in 2014, respectively). Corn carryout is forecasted to drop Call 204-373-2493 year-over-year from 1.83 billion bushels to 1.687 billion by the end of the 2015/16 marketing year, while soybean stocks are seen growing to 430 million bushels by the end of 2015/16, compared to ending this year at 385 million bushels. Wheat carryout is also seen building from 692 million bushels to 763 million. Historically, the U.S.D.A. tends to be more bearish in their February Forum forecasts, but they admit that over the next 10 years, the world will need an additional 50 million acres of corn, soybeans, and wheat to ensure the demand is met, namely that in Asia (hello China!). To growth, Brennan Turner is originally from Foam Lake, SK, where his family started farming the land in the 1920s. After completing his degree in economics from Yale University and then playing some pro hockey, Mr. Turner spent some time working in finance before starting FarmLead.com, a risk-free, transparent online and now mobile grain marketplace (app available for iOS & Android). His weekly column is a summary of his free, daily market note, the FarmLead Breakfast Brief. He can be reached via email ([email protected]) or phone (1-855332-7653). e-mail sej@mts. net THE SOUTHEAST JOURNAL LAND FOR SALE – MUNICIPALITY OF EMERSON – FRANKLIN Sealed Tenders in writing for the purchase of the following properties located in the LUD of Emerson, including the former Emerson Golf Course, will be received by: The Municipality of Emerson-Franklin Property: 4 parcels of land, as per map. Parcel B – 28.5 Acres (excluding existing Clubhouseformer golf course) Parcel C – 36.8 Acres (former golf course) Parcel D – 61.9 Acres (cultivated land) Parcel E- 49.5 Acres (cultivated land) Terms & Conditions: Sealed tenders are to be marked by Parcel and received by the Municipal Office in Dominion City no later than March 9th, 2015. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Purchaser responsible for all transfer and legal costs. Property subject to final proposed sub-division approvals. Tracey French Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Emerson-Franklin Box 66 Dominion City, MB R0A 0H0 Ph: 204-427-2557 Fax: 204-427-2224 Email: [email protected] Classifieds February 28, 2015 Pg 10 Help Wanted Employment Opportunity Administrative Assistant The Valley Agricultural Society is seeking an enthusiastic individual with a willingness to work hard and have fun. This is a year round position, with part-time hours most of the year and full-time hours during peak times. Evening and weekend availability will occasionally be required. The successful candidate must: • Be positive, proactive, customer focused, and show innovative • Have great communication skills and enjoy interacting with the public • Have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, manage multiple demands, and adapt to change • Have the ability to think “outside the box” and possess good problem solving skills • The following would be an asset: • Experience providing administrative support to management and board of directors • Experience using computer programs, accounting software, and general office equipment We are willing to train the right individual. For a more detailed job description please visit our website www. manitobastampede.ca To apply please forward your resume to Dawn Morin, General Manager Box 849, Morris, MB R0G 1K0 Fax 204-746-2900 Email: [email protected] CLASS 1 DRIVER WANTED Nuvision Commodities Inc. is growing and we’re currently seeking a Class 1 driver to fill a permanent full-time position. The successful candidate will be available to perform short and long hauls within southern Manitoba and Saskatchewan. We offer competitive hourly wages, benefits and we are seeking a team player to join our family business. Experience hauling with Super B trailers considered an asset. Please send your resume via email to [email protected] or call 204-712-0250. We’re on the Web Now visit “www.southeastjournal.ca” PARADIS DES PIONNIERS INC PARADIS DES PIONNIERS II CHALET MONTCALM III MONTCALM HEALTH CENTRE Invites applications for the following position: Assistant Secretary-Treasurer This will lead to the position of Secretary-Treasurer Approximately 30 to 40 hours per month Position Description: Under the direction of the Secretary-Treasurer and the Paradis des Pionniers Inc. Board of Directors, the Assistant Secretary-Treasurer will be responsible for the bookkeeping duties for these four facilities: Paradis des Pionniers Inc, Paradis des Pionniers II, Chalet Montcalm and Montcalm Health Centre. Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to): • Paying invoices • Making deposits • Payroll • Preparing financial reports • Preparing agendas and minutes, as well as attending monthly meetings • All other duties as required Applicants must possess the following: • Strong communications skills, oral and written • Able to work independently as well as with a Board of Directors • Knowledge and experience with an accounting program such as QuickBooks • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Salary will be determined by experience and training. Deadline for applications is Friday March 13, 2015. Please send your resume to: Paradis des Pionniers Inc. Attn: Yves Sabourin PO Box 249 St. Jean Baptiste MB R0G 2B0 Email : [email protected] We thank all for applying however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Your ad could be read in 45 Community Newspapers in Manitoba. 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Taras Shevchenko is as relevant today as he was two centuries ago. His compositions in the Ukrainian language were as revolutionary at the time giving one of the first tangible voices to a long historically relegated language and culture. His works and voice for justice have often been cited for those involved in the current struggle for Ukrainian freedom, nationhood, and identity. A testament to his global impact 1060 monuments have been built in honour of his work in 32 countries, as far away as China, Argentina, Australia, and Canada, on the Winnipeg Legislative grounds. Shevchenko’s master works of the Kobzar is now available. Tr a n s l a t i o n o f t h e collection of famous poems known as the Kobzar, making his masterworks available to the English speaking world. Scores of Ukrainian immigrants came to Manitoba, and across the western prairies in hope of building a life of freedom and prosperity in a multicultural society. Translation of Shevchenko’s Kobzar was by Peter Fedynsky, a distinguished journalist and Ukrainian philologist. Taras Shevchenko was born March 9, 1814 south of Kyiv in the village of Moryntsi, a serf the property of a landlord. His parents died when Taras was a boy, and it was as a servant he spent his young years. Pavel Engelhardt, the boy’s owner recognized Shevchenko’s special talent. He was provided with an opportunity to apprentice with a wellknown Russian painter. In 1838 friends and benefactors from St. Petersburg artists circle raised money to buy Shevchenko’s freedom. Shevchenko rapidly acquired prominence on the Ukrainian scene. Influential Russian critics did not regard Schevchenko the same way. Some understood his poetic talents, others referred to the “peasant dialect” of his Ukrainian native land. The Kobzar was published in 1840. His talents extended to painting “Kateryna”, based on his poem of the same name was unveiled. Opposition to the social and national oppression of the Ukrainian people grew in Shevchenko. Tsarist Russian censorship created problems for the printing of the writers’ poetry. His experiences in his homeland, particularly the heavy oppression of the working people as well as their inhuman living conditions inspired themes in Taras’ poetry. In 1847 he was arrested and exiled b y R u s s i a n Ts a r i s t authorities, and punished most severely at Orensburg. Russian Tsar Nicholas I, in confirming the sentence wrote- under the strictest surveillance with a ban on writing and painting. He would violate the Tsar’s order by keeping a small secret book in his boot when he wrote new poems. February 28, 2015 Pg 12 May I put on paper Shevchenko’s “My Testament”; When I die, let me be buried In my beloved Ukraine, My tomb upon a grave-mound high Amid the wide-spread plain That the field, the steppe unbounded The Dnipro’s plunging shore. My eye could see, my ear could hear The mighty river roar When from Ukraine the Dnipro bears Into the deep blue sea. The blood of foes, then I will leave These hills and fertile fields I’ll leave them all behind and fly To the abode of God. To sing his praises, But till that day I nothing know of God Oh bury me, then rise ye up And break your heavy chains And water with the tyrant’s blood. The freedom you have gained And in the great new family The family of the free With softly spoken kindly word Remember also me. Thanks to efforts of on Chernecka Hill, now friends he returned from Taras Hill, overlooking exile, and returned to the Dnipro River. A Ukraine in May 1859. tall mound is witnessed His dream was to buy by all who come to land, build a house and his burial site. It has settle in the Ukraine. become a sacred site for His dream ended when the Ukrainian people. he was arrested again I’m glad that I was and forced back to St. one of those visitors Petersburg. Years in when my late husband exile weakened him and I were there. After physically, but his my trip was over as poetic strength was u s u a l , a w r i t e - u p boundless. He wrote followed in the local his vision in a dream paper. At the time I that Ukrainian people wrote: “The museum of would gain freedom Taras Shevchenko is a and have a happy life. highlight, whose work On March 10, 1861 of art and poetry will he passed away in St. never die. Souvenirs Petersburg. To the end of Taras Shevchenko of his life, Shevchenko bears a much nearer and dreamed of returning to dearer place to one’s the Ukraine. heart, as you stand on His f r i e n d s the hill of his burial site. immediately undertook (Sept 13, 1978).” to fulfill the poets Taras Hryhorovych ‘Zapovit’ (testament) Shevchenko, 201 years to be buried in Ukraine. after his birth (the A l t h o u g h h e w a s people’s poet) remains initially buried in St. a powerful voice of Petersburg, the coffin the Ukrainian people’s w i t h S h e v c h e n k o ’s national consciousness was taken by train to and a spokesman for the Moscow, and then by nation. horse drawn wagon to Ad Deadline Ukraine, entering Kyiv Wednesday on May 6th. From there he @ 5:00 PM was taken by steamship 373-2493 to Kaniv, where Taras [email protected] Shevchenko was buried Access and Assiniboine look to form largest CU in Manitoba From Page 7 proposed merger is good Manness said Manitoba for our communities, credit unions have our members and our grown on average 10 employees,” Loewen percent annually over a d d e d a t a p r e s s the past decade and conference at Credit represent 38 per cent of U n i o n C e n t r a l o f the assets in all banks Manitoba. and credit unions in E c h o i n g t h a t , Manitoba. 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This new “Provincially and entity would have the n a t i o n a l l y, c r e d i t scale to provide more unions are responding innovative products and t o t h e s e p r e s s u r e s services more efficiently, by collaborating in a offer added convenience variety of ways — or and expertise to our amalgamating their members and provide operations, as Access greater opportunities for and Assiniboine are career advancement to proposing — to better our staff,” Day added. serve their members’ P r e s i d e n t a n d needs and provide an CEO of Credit Union alternative to banks,” Central Manitoba Garth he added. 15024gg08
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