Melita New Era April 10, 2015

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Randy Tilbury award presented to Wanless and Vercaigne The Melita Minor Hockey Awards were held at the Melita & Area arena on Wednesday, April 8. The six minor hockey teams all took their turns on the stage during the awards, and the coaches spoke about their seasons and what they had accomplished. Each team also had to option of handing out ESSO awards for Most Dedicated, Most Improved and Most S portsmanlike. The big award of the night was the Randy Tilbury Award that was handed out to one female and one male ho ckey player that showed sportsmanship and leadership on and off the ice as well as being an all around good player. T he recipients of the award were Kennedy Wanless (Midget Girls) and Nic Vercaigne (Bantam Boys. PHOTO /BRITTANY WALKER

Melita/ Waskad a Devils Awards Night submitted

The Devils held their Awards Night and Banquet on Thursday, March 26, at the Waskada School. As the players and their parents walked in, there were action shot pictures from various games throughout the year playing up on the wall. Thank you to Sandy Gustafson and Krista Tweed for taking these. All enjoyed a delicious roast beef supper, catered by the Waskada under - grads, followed by speeches, awards and pic - tures. The speeches had a general consensus that the players were all very grateful for the time and commitment the parents and coaches had given to them and the bond they felt with their teammates will never be forgotten. The parents in return were all very proud of the accomplishments of the team and each player within.

Awards were presented in six different categories - Rookies of the Year went to Zack McCutcheon and Jack Kirkup; Most Improved went to Lucas Greenley; Hardest Working to Wes Meggison; Top Forward to Wes Meggison; Top Defensemen - Carter McKinney and Nick Fletcher and Most Valuable Player went to Elisha Bambridge. Gifts were presented to this

year’s graduating players - Brad Dalziel, Wes Meggison, Elisha Bambridge, Carter McKinney, Collin Armstrong, Brayden Murray and Greg Higgins.

The 2014/15 year was a busy year for the Devils.

The boys and their coaches started in late August with dryland training. They then drove for a few weeks to Souris for practice until the ice was in Melita. They prac - tised twice a week to develop the team. The

Devils went to three tour - naments this year - Boissevain, Virden and Killarney. They played 18 league games and they ended the Westman High School hockey league with a 6 wins, 8 losses

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Melita Minor Hockey Awards The Melita Minor Hockey Awards were held at the Melita Strand Theatre on Wednesday, April 8. All six of the Minor Hockey teams attended the awards. Pictured are the award winners for the night. PHOTOS/ BRITTANY WALKER

Bantam Girls - Kendall Rink (L) - Most Sportsmanlike, Mackenzie Poirier (R) - Most Dedicated, not pictured is Reese Redpath - Most Improved.

Bantam Boys - Zach Louttit (L) - Most Improved, Dylan Murray (R) - Most

Sportsmanlike, not pictured is Jack Kelm - Most Dedicated.

PeeWee Boys - Chase Tilbury (L) - Most Dedicated, Trent Sambrook (middle) - Most Dedicated, Eric Forsyth (R) - Most Improved, not pictured is Hunter Heibert - Most Sportsmanlike.

The Initiation team each received an award for their participation in the hockey season. (L-R): Ryan Dell, Keirran Shannon, Jada Judd, Anna Yeomans, Ava Snyder, Cain Garrett, Korbin Forster and Parker Law.

Novice - Colton Snyder & RJ Dell (Most Dedicated), Ashlyn Barnesky - Most Improved, Alivia Tilbury - Top Goal Scorer, Will Yeomans - Most Improved, Cole Cocquyt & Julia Schoonbaert (Most Sportsmanlike).

Correction On the front page picture in

last week’s Melita New Era, the cutline read Ashtyn Elliott and Brooklyn Skelton during their routine and should have read Ashtyn Elliott and Rylee Fletcher during their routine. We apologize to the girls for the error.

Gainsborough by Pamela Brown

Jack and Joyce Collier, accompanied by Louann Apperley of Souris, MB, were recent visitors with family members in Edmonton and with Carolyn Murray, who is a patient in hospital there.

Easter� visitors with Judy Burke were Terry and Marilyn Kimacovich and Jodi Burke of Winnipeg.

Pamela Brown was a Good Friday visitor with Rick and Suzanne Brown of Rocanville. It was great to visit with the grandchildren, Jessica and Rachel Brown and Darcie and Janessa Bell, all of Regina. Also enjoying the day at the Brown’s were Clare and Ida Offet of Weyburn and Curtis and Charmaine Offet of Regina and Courtney Offet of Saskatoon.

Recent holidayers with David and Rhonda Huish were grandchildren Connly and Jessica Chrusch of Stonewall.

Vic and Sandra Huish were Easter visitors with Gary and Helen Bircham in Winnipeg.

Nice to see Herb and Marina Dell home after a months holi - day in the sunny south.

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5th annual Banana Bowl hockey tournament social raises money for

local organizations For the past five years, the Melita Banana Bowl hockey tournament has been raising money for local organizations. In these five years, the players have been able to donate approximately $18,000 back into the community. Some of the organizations they have been able to help include: Melita & Area Arena, Melita Beavers, Melita & Area Communiplex, Melita Golf Club, Melita Bisons as well as medical and scholarship donations. This year the Melita Bisons, Melita Golf Club and Melita & Area Arena all received $950 from profits made at the Banana Bowl tournament social. Pictured top: Dale Dobbyn (Banana Bowl representative) presents a cheque to Brayden Lesy (treasurer for the Melita Bisons). Middle: Dale Dobbyn presents a cheque to Wayne White (Melita & Golf Course representative). Bottom: Dale Dobbyn presents a cheque to Bert Kirkup (Melita & Area Arena representative).

PHOTOS/ BRITTANY WALKER

Ken and Deborah Forsyth are pleased to announce the engagement andforthcoming marriage of their daughter

son of Barbara Minshull Korman and Marcel McMurdo.The wedding will take place Saturday, June 27, 2015 in Clear Lake, Manitoba.

A bridal shower will be held Saturday, April 18 at 1:30 p.m. in Pierson Hall, Pierson Mb.

Melita Lodge by Ruth Townsend

Mabel Wray accompanied her grandson, Daniel Brick, of Virden to Winnipeg last Thursday where they spent the Easter weekend with her daughter, Sharon and Gerry Brick, and their family members. On her return on Monday, Wanda Wray of Tilston brought supper and Tyler also joined them here at Mabel’s home for another special get-together.

Fred Berry has enjoyed visits from Sharlene Wilson of Wilkie, SK, Lorna Isaacs of Reston, local family members and Elsie Ruttan, too.

The Lorettes, Darren, Joy and Devon, from Steinbach, visited Joy’s parents, Tom and Kay Herbert, during the week. Grandson Ryan and his children Zenovya and Zander, granddaughter Krista from Winnipeg called in, too. The Cardy family from Basswood brought an Easter meal with them. Following that they drove out to Michael and Kay’s to see the newly weds, Erin and Koew, from Calgary.

Barb Gray of Virden and her daughter Tanya Smart, also from Virden, were here on Tuesday and visited with Barb’s sister, Beth and Burt Elliott.

Maurice and Eleanor Demeulemeester were Wednesday visitors with the Elliott’s. Bunty and Audrey Allen were Easter dinner guests at their daughter Charlotte’s home on

Sunday. Gloria Tingey was a Monday afternoon caller at the Allen’s, too.

Bill and Sheryl Sterling from Lethbridge and Ruth Zaharodny from Dauphin arrived last Thursday to visit their mom, Jean Sterling. On the weekend they were joined by Patricia Downey, Scott and Stacie Downey and sons, Tyler and Nathan. They all enjoyed the suppertime get-together in the dining room to accommodate the Lee Family members as well.

Florence Gould and her brother, Frank Whitcher, from Pipestone were Sunday callers with Jean.

Sharlene Wilson from Wilkie, SK and her aunt, Elsie Ruttan, enjoyed her company. Cecil Greig enjoyed being with his family members at Don and Noreen’s home for Easter din -

ner. His daughter Marilyn Gustafson and children came from Brandon last Thursday and while they were here the girls enjoyed joining the residents for the Bingo game that evening, too.

Betty Critchlow enjoyed joining the Chad and Randi Yeomans family for the Easter brunch they had on Sunday at their home in Medora. At supper time, she joined Ron and Kelly Banks at the Chicken Chef.

Gloria Middleton from Pierson visited her brother, Dave Goforth, on Monday. It is interesting to see the picture gallery that Dave has on his walls to display the art of his great-nieces and nep h - ews.

Aileen drops in for a visit with her folks, Art and Gwen Tucker, when she is in Melita. John Morrice also called in one evening with Aileen, too. Heather and Bill Kennedy were in Wednesday evening with the latest news. They were pleased to have Art’s niece, Faye Cocker, from BC and Joan Bolton too when she called for Faye.

Easter weekend Art and Gwen spent time with Bill and Sheryl Sterling from Lethbridge, Ruth Zaharodny from Dauphin and Patricia Downey and her family members at the Lodge where they enjoyed the supper here which included Ken, Barb and Allan Lee and Aileen and John. On Sunday they joined Ken and Della’s family members in the multi-purpose room at the hospital to celebrate Della’s 90th birthday. A great weekend.

Ernie and Diane; Terry, Denise, Kayla and Tyler Mee,all from Stonewall, MB, called for their mom, Lil Mee, and they spent the weekend at the farm together. On Friday evening they gathered at Rod and Jocelyn Mosset’s home for supper and a fine time together.

Edythe Barber made a trip to Brandon recently for a day’s outing. Florence Slessor enjoyed attending a shower on Saturday for her great-niece, Beryth

Hammell, which was a Pierson event. On Sunday, she was pleased to be a supper guest with Harvey and Sharon Moir.

Ruth Townsend was pleased to join Harvey, Diane and Velma Campbell on �Sunday when they enjoyed the beautiful buffet dinner prepared by Sheila Brown and her staff at the Heritage Restaurant in Pierson and the visit which followed � at Velma’s home, too.

Ellen �Carels was pleased to have Easter dinner at Louise’s and enjoyed the time there with David, Carmen Danika and Phyllis.

Elva Word has been received of the passing of Jack Moore on April 2 at his home in Saskatoon,

SK. Jack had just observed his 77th birthday on March 30.� Sincere sympathy is extended to his wife Shirley, sons Doug, Dean and Bill and their families, as well as brother Ken (Violet) of Winnipeg, sister Linda (Bob) Wickstrom� of Winnipeg, sister-in-law Anne of Edmonton andJack’s aunt, Berne Minshull of Pierson, and all her relatives. One of Jack’s fondest memories was coming back for the Elva School Reunion in July 2012.� Jack was the son of Howard and Beulah Moore who farmed in the Elva district. The funeral was held in Saskatoon April 6. Jack’s ashes will be buried at the Melita Cemetery at a later date.


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At the Strand: This weekend at the Strand Theatre is the movie Fif-ty Shades of Grey. The fi lm is based on the best-selling novel by E.L. James of the same name. The story detals a masochistic relationship between a collage student and a businessman, whose desire for extreme intimacy comes from secrets in his past. Fifty Shades of Grey is rated 18A and you must be 18 years old to attend the movie at the Strand.Canadian Hot 100:1. Uptown Funk! by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars2. Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran

3. Sugar by Maroon 54. Love Me Like You Do by Ellie Goulding5. FourFiveSeconds by Rihanna, Kanye West and Paul McCartneyA Catchy Single:At the Library:1. The Cure for Death by Lightning by Gail Anderson-Dargatz: takes place in the poor, isolated farming com-munity of Turtle Valley, British Columbia, in the shadow of the Second World War. The fi fteenth summer of Beth Weeks’s life is full of strange happenings: a classmate is mauled to death; children go missing on the nearby re-serve; an unseen predator pursues Beth. She is surround-ed by unusual characters, including Nora, the sensual half-Native girl whose friendship provides refuge; Filthy Billy, the hired hand with Tourette’s Syndrome; and Nora’s mother, who has a man’s voice and an extra little

fi nger. Then there’s the darkness within her own family: her domineering, shell-shocked father has fi ts of mad-ness, and her mother frequently talks to the dead. Beth, meanwhile, must wrestle with her newfound sexuality in a harsh world where nylons, perfume and affection have no place. Then, in a violent storm, she is struck by light-ning in her arm, and nothing is quite the same again. She decides to explore the dangers of the bush.The Cure for Death by Lightning is the Book Club book for April. The Club meets at the Melita Library on April 16 at 5:30 p.m. Anyone is free to come!New DVD’s at the Library: Into the Woods and Wild.Check out the new search feature on the Southwest Mani-toba Regional Library website. With this feature, you can now search for books within your library online and even place reserves and requests for book.

ST DY BREAKby Brittany Walker

International Music Camp 60th season submitted

This summer marks the 60th season of the International Music Camp! In those 60 years there have been over 130,000 campers from 76 different countries who have come together to learn, grow and have fun. Many campers today have parents or even grandparents who attended IMC in its ear - lier years. The 60th season of the I nternational M usic C amp begins on Sunday, June 14, 2015. IMC offers six, one-week fine and per - forming arts sessions, along with a very popular 4-day adult camp for campers ages 21 and over.

IMC provides expe - riences in more than 40 dif - ferent arts disciplines, includ - ing band, choir, orchestra, jazz band, drum line, vocal jazz, piano/organ, dance, digital photography, drama, musical theatre, creative writ - ing, garage band, guitar, fid - dle, harp, handbells, univer - sity prep and visual art (draw -

ing, cartooning, sculpture, painting and basic art) pro - grams. The 4-day adult camp during IMC’s 7th ses - sion provides training and fun for adult musicians and artists involved in band, choir, orchestra, women’s and men’s barbershop cho - rus, brass band, harp, hand - bells, visual art and world percussion. Each session includes master classes, rehearsals, recitals, exhi - bitions, concerts, recreational activities, and concludes with a student performance or exhibition on Saturday.

Registrations are still being accepted for all session and programs but are accepted on a space available basis. The basic fee for IMC is $380 USD which covers room, meals, and tuition. The basic fee will increase $15 on May 1. Some pro - grams have additional fees. Early registration is rec - ommended as some pro - grams will fill up before the May 1 price increase. More

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The International Music Camp has been located at the beautiful International Peace Garden since 1956 and has achieved worldwide recogni - tion for outstanding instruc - tion and artistic inspiration. Faculty and staff from more than 23 states and provinces are presently confirmed for the 2015 season. Over 2,000 students from around the world are expected to attend camp in 2015. Students attending IMC this season come from 15 countries, including: Austria, Dominica, Ecuador, England, Finland, Honduras, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Norway, Panama, Spain, Sweden, Canada and the US.

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the Arts series held during June and July at the International Music Camp in the International Peace Garden. The series provides outstanding cultural oppor - tunities and performances in the Turtle Mountain Region and surrounding areas. All the concerts are free and open to the public and take place in either the Burdick Center for the Performing Arts or the Masonic Auditorium.

Concerts start at 8:00 p.m. each week and feature a dif - ferent performer or group from around the United States and Canada.

June 5: Old-Time Fiddler Friday Concert and Metis Square dance.

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July 10: Saskatchewan Express.

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July 26: Session 7 IMC Faculty Recital.

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Valleyview Place by Ruth Townsend

Mary Lewis attended an Easter supper for the Lewis family at Justin and Kelly’s home, formerly Bake r’s Acres, on Saturday evening. On Sunday Mary was a guest at Don and Noreen’s for the Greig family dinner, too Cheryl Sterling from Lethbridge, AB and Jean Sterling visited Helen Anderson during the Easter holid ay. Keith Jones visited his Aunt Helen, too. Denise Holden and Maxine Bell enjoyed lunch together on April 4 to celebrate the Easter season. Myrtle Pateman and Wilma Mallo returned home Tuesday afternoon-having spent several days with Joy a nd David Iverson and family members at Riverside,

ND. Joy came for them last Saturday and brought them home Tuesday afternoon. Reta Murray enjoyed spending the day at Carey and Diane’s with their family members, Chris, Penny a nd Dylan and Lucas from Hartney. Loretta Breemersch enjoyed an overnight stay with Brad and Sharlene at Deloraine. While there she al so renewed acquaintances with some folks she had not

visited with for several years. Jean Fletcher enjoyed having a good number of her family members get together for an Easter supper i n the Common Room on the weekend. Sandy was also

here with her on Monday evening, too. Ed Bugg was a welcome caller at his mom’s, Audrey, on Monday afternoon. Mary Champion enjoyed Russ’s company Friday evening when they had supper together. She was also a su pper guest at the Ian and Barb Fraser home to cele -

brate Easter. Patricia Downey enjoyed being with family members over the past weekend, too. Orville Renwick arrived on Monday evening with the electric scooters which the Lion’s Club make avai lable for the resident’s use each summer. It will be a

few days before they are ready for use, judging by the weather. As soon as this snow disappears, th ey will be most welcome additions to the folks who take advantage of the generosity and thoughtfulness which this organization provides. Much appreciated.


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Devils Awards Night & Banquet

The Melita/Waskada Devils annual Awards Night & Banquet was held Thursday, March 26, at Waskada School. Pictured left at three members of team who were selected to play in the 2015 WHSHL All-Star Game in Hamiota on February 7 (L-R): Carter McKinney, Elisha Bambridge and Wes Meggison. Pictured below are the graduating players (L-R): Elisha Bambridge, Carter McKinney, Brayden Murray, Wes Meggison, Greg Higgins, Collin Armstrong, Brad Dalziel. PHOTOS /SUBMITTED

Melita/Waskada 2014/15 Devils Back row (L-R): Wade Dalziel, Zach McCutcheon, Jayden Spence, Nick Fletcher, Lucas Greenley, Drew Kirkup, Branden Tilbury, Braeden Cory, Brady Tilbury, Jack Kirkup, Jayden Kobs, Holden Philips. Fron t row: Brayden Murray, Brad Dalziel, Carter Mckinney, Scott Behrmann, Elisha Bambridge, Nathan Lee, Wes Meggison, Collin Armstrong, Greg Higgins. Missing: Cole Tilbury.

Melita/Waskada Devils Awards Night Continued from page 1 and 4 ties record which left them in 8th place. They played off against Crocus Plains, losing two straight in the semi finals for league consolation champion - ship.

Elisha Bambridge, Wes Meggison and Carter McKinney were chosen to represent the Devils at the WHSHL All-Star Game at Hamiota on February 7.

Provincial playoffs are always an exciting time of year. In the first round, the Devils took Killarney/ Wawanesa two game straight. The second round put them against Carberry/Glenboro/Baldur which they won two games to one. The final round sent the Devils against Deloraine winning two straight against them winning the Zones and giving them a spot at Provincials.

The High School Provincials were held in Melita on March 12, 13 and 14. The Devils first game was against the Morris Mavericks which ended in a 4-4 tie. The second game was against Deloraine Colts, which was a 6-0 loss. This sent the Devils to the consolation side, losing to the Major Pratt Trojans.

The Melita/Waskada Devils would like to take this time to extend their appreciation to the com - munities of Melita and Waskada for all of their sup - port throughout the season. For everything from sponsoring the programs to attending the steak fry to buying squares on the scoreboard, volunteering at the Provincial tournament and donating items for the raffle table and the Jet’s tickets. The support shown to the team by the attendance at games throughout the season was amazing. The team is very grateful for all the support they have received this year.

The Melita/Waskada Devils, players and parents, would like to send a big thank you to Scott Behrmann and Nathan Lee for their time and dedi - cation towards the team. Without such commitment, a team would not succeed the way the Devils did this year - from building confidence to working on skills to showing self-discipline both on and off the ice. Thanks again Coach Behrmann and Coach Lee for your commitment to the team.

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Melita Legion Darts Club held their windup Thursday, April 2. Pictured: 1st place winners - Loaded Dartz - (L-R): Leaha Stovin, Nelson Barnesky, James Ternovetsky, Jim Kobs. Second place winners (photo unavailable) were the Broken Tips - Rob Bodin, Nicole Bodin, Chris Louttit, Dale Vercaigne.

Third place winners - Darts Gone Wild - Bob Raynor, Jocelyn Raynor, Jeff Bugg, Rose Bugg.

Fourth place winners - Bad Bunch - Karen Sumner, Bob Renwick, Murray Brown, Sheila Brown. PHOTOS / SUBMITTED

A fundraising event for the Pierson ELC

April 25, 2015Pierson Community Hall

Happy Hour - 5 p.m. • Supper - 6 p.m.(chicken breast, with a choice of sweet &

sour or garlic cream sauce, wild rice, Caesar salad, corn & dessert)

Entertainment to FollowTickets: $30

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Lee, Katie Jones, Jen White or Sandra Clark)

The Municipality of Brenda-Waskada Council held their regular meeting in the Council Chambers of the Municipal office on Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m.

Head of Council Gary Williams presided with Councillors D. Vanmackelbergh, K. Mann, J. Morningstar, S. Jolly, K. Guenther present along with Diane Woodworth, CAO. Regrets: J. Shukin

Council approved the amended agenda for this meeting and the following minutes were adopted as cir - culated:

Municipality of Brenda- Waskada regular meeting March 11 and the Special Meeting of March 16. Carried

The following accounts were approved:

• March 2015 - $14,187.76, cheques 165 - 177.

• March 2015 - $106,422.13, cheques 178 - 207. Carried

Delegation Bill Dickinson and Jason

Wickham presented an update on Waskada Rink construction progress and an over-view on fund raising efforts.

Council agreed to sus - pend the requirements of Section 142(4) of the Municipal Act for passage of By-Law #5-2015(1) Employee Benefits and the said By-Law was read a sec - ond and third time and finally passed. Carried

Council agreed to sus -

pend the requirements of Section 142(4) of the Municipal Act for passage of By-Law #14-2015 -Reduced School Speed Zone and the said By-Law was read a sec - ond and third time and finally passed. Carried

Council of the Municipality of Brenda- Waskada accepted the unau - dited year-end financial statements of the Village of Waskada and the Rural Municipality of Brenda for the year ended December 31, 2014. Carried.

Council approved the attendance of the CAO and a member of the Rural PW Department to attend COR training in Melita, April 20- 24, being offered by MHCA. Carried

Th following policies were adopted by council:

• HR-01 Municipal Truck Policy - updated

• HR-02 Public Works Employee - new

• HR-03 Urban Public Works Foreman - new

• HR-04 Rural Public Works Foreman - new

• HR-05 Administrative Assistant - new

• HR-06 Office Assistant - new

• HR-07 Chief Administrative Officer - new

• HR-08 Disposal Site Attendant - new. Carried

Salary reviews tabled to April meeting.

Representatives from the active oil producing com - panies in the area are sched - uled to meet with Council at their April 15 meeting.

Green Team Student will not be hired for 2015.

Council declined having MARRC radio ads on CJRB for 2015. Advertising to be more localized.

Request to use a Municipality owned lot in Napinka for a garden was declined.

Inquiry to changing Zoning By-Law in Napinka was declined.

HOC Williams declared a conflict of interest and left the meeting.

Deputy Morningstar assumed the chair.

Drainage issue adjacent to 149W Ward 3 was dis - cussed. No action required.

HOC Williams returned to the meeting and assumed the chair.

Council approved the acceptance of the Municipal Waste Management Service Agreement for a twelve month term starting April 1, 2015 and the HOC and COA were authorized to sign same. Carried

Clay cap of Road 149W - Ward 2 should proceed in 2015.

Grass cutting for 2015 in the communities of Napinka, Medora and Goodlands will proceed as in previous years.

Council gave first read - ing to By-Law #15-2015 Joint Fire Agreement - De lo ra ine -Winches te r. Carried

The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m..

The next meeting will be on 8:30 a.m. April 15, 2015. Carried

Municipality of Brenda-Waskada

Valleyview Consumers Co-op Ltd.Proud to sponsor the

Pierson & AreaIndoor Rodeo

You’re at home here.

7 Locations to Serve you!Virden 204-748-2520

Pierson 204-634-222 • Melita 204-522-8777

www.valleyview.coop


Westman Electrical Contracting• Commercial

• Residential • OilfieldMelita, MB ~ Front Street

Phone 204-522-3483

204-264-0395 Curtis • 204-522-0126 Brad204-264-0588 Drew • [email protected]

Capable of moving water up to one mile at

900-1200 G.P.M

Repairs to all makes & modelsGlass repair & Replacement

Paintless dent repair

25 Millennium Drive, MelitaPhone 204-522-8602

Fax 204-522-8218Call Rodel or Jill

Melita, MB • 204-522-3236

HATS OFFto all theRodeo Participants!

Melita, MB • 204-522-8210

Welcome to thePierson & AreaIndoor Rodeo!

Good luck to allRodeo Contestants!

Redpath Funeral Home Ltd.Phone 204-522-3361 • Melita, MB

Pierson Welding

Phone204-634-2240

Have fun at the Rodeo!

PiersonAutobody

Good luck contestants!204-634-2364

PatersonGlobalFoodsPierson, MB

204-634-2406

Unbridled Fun...Come enjoy fun for

the whole familyat the Pierson &

Area Indoor RodeoPhone 204-522-3225

Melita, MB

Open Mon - Fri8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sat 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sun 12 - 5 p.m.

117 Main Street, Melita • 204-522-3362Jess It Up

Hair and Nail Design54 Souris Street • Pierson, MB

Phone 204-634-2564 for appointment

Show off your pretty toes with a pedicure

Jessica CoutuHair Stylist/Nail Tech • Owner

Happy ChopstickCanadian & Chinese Cuisine • Dine In- Take OutTuesday - Saturday10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.Sunday 12 noon - 8:00 p.m.

Phone204-522-3966Welcome to the Rodeo!

Construction Tank Cleaning

Forsyth Hauling (2010) Ltd.

PHONE204-634-2244

Pierson, MB

Carnduff, SKPh: (306) 482-3244GOOD LUCK & A SAFE RIDE!

D.B. MURRAY LTD.For all your new & used

equipment needs!Box 669

Melita, MB204-522-3341

D ALZIEL O ILFIELD C ONSULTING L TD . P.O. Box 58 • PIERSON , MB • R0M 1S0

Scott Dalziel Wellsite Supervisor

Cell: (204)522-0075 • Fax: (204)634-2481

[email protected]

Completions, Workovers, Repairs & Construction

Dalziel OilfieldConsulting Ltd.

BROWN ACCOUNTING& INVESTMENTS

• Confidentiality• Reasonable Fees

• Experience• Year-Round Service

133 Main StreetMelita, MB

204-522-3420

Have a great time at the Rodeo!204-522-8101

117 Ash Street • Melita, MB

Kim’s OPENING IN MAY!

2 miles west & 1 1/2 miles north of ElvaBedding Plants • Perennials • Basket Fillers • Planters & Hanging Baskets

Please Call for hours:204-522-3217 • 204-522-5704

Kim Renwick


Melita, MB204-522-8293

Lee’s Service Centre

R & K FarmsRandy’s Grain Cleaning

Randy & Ken JonesTilston, MB

Ph. 204-686-2365 or204-634-2304

Cell: 204-522-6660

Welcome to theIndoor Rodeo!

177 Front Street ~ Melita, MB204-522-3264

Saddle up for the Rodeo!

Home, Farm, Auto, Commercial, Oilfield, Health, Travel

Gainsborough, SK • 306-685-2110Carnduff, SK • 306-482-5244

cashawinsuranceandtravel.com

Delmar’s Hardware

204-522-3937 • Melita, MB

Water BoyzMelita, MB

204-522-3212


Catering Catering ~ Denise ~

Melita, MB • (204)522-3594 • Cell: 204-512-1777

Dreamland Dreamland

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Good Luck to allRodeo Contestants!Phone 204-522-3255 • Melita, MB

Stewart’s Lumber &Supply (1978) Ltd.

“Good Neighbours, Good Advice”204-522-3278 • Melita, MB

MEMBER OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLYPROVINCE OF MANITOBA

DOYLE PIWNIUK, M.L.AARTHUR/VIRDEN

526 - 7th Ave. S.Virden, MB • R0M 2C0

Ph: 204-748-6443 • Fax: 204-748-6492

20th Annual CCA/MRCA/Roughrider Approved

Edward Sports Centre

Friday, April 17 - Sunday, April 19

Friday, April 17:• Ranch Horse Competition .......................................................................10:00 a.m. (Open, Novice & Youth divisions) For more information call Laurie 204-522-3769

Rodeo Performance 7:00 p.m. DST

Saturday, April 18:• Pancake Breakfast (at the Arena) ............................................. 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

• 3D Barrels MBRA Sanctioned............ ..................................................... 11:00 a.m. (Open, Youth and Pee Wee Division) For more information call Melanie 204-634-2405

Rodeo Performance 6:00 p.m. DSTCLOWN/BARREL MAN : JAMES BAUMAN

Beer Gardens Friday & Saturday evening“PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY”

Rodeo DanceSaturday, April 18 • 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Music by Justice • Tickets $10 • “PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY”

Sunday, April 19:• Pancake Breakfast (at the Arena) ............................................ 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

• High School Rodeo (at the Arena)........... ............................................ 10:00 a.m. For more information call Joanne 204-634-2238

Suppers served by Edward Sports CentreFriday: Roast Beef • Saturday: Pork Loin & Ranch Style Potatoes • Homemade Desserts

Adults: $12 • Children: $5

Melita, MB204-522-2484

A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment Ltd.(306) 449-2255 • Storthoaks, SK

Michael Horrigan306-482-7771

Shop:204-634-2244

borderequipment.ca

136 Main Street, Melita, MB • 204-522-328584 Railway Avenue, Pierson • 204-634-2521

Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

NOW open at noon

Cameron Trucking& Excavating

Melita, MB204-522-3872

Build With BobPierson, MB

204-634-2473

Canada PostPierson, MB

Connie, Linda & Heather204-634-2568

Elva, MB204-522-8588

Circle M FurnitureMelita, MB

204-522-8254

Green’s Bobcat Service20+ years experience

Melita, MB204-522-5091 204-522-3671

Heritage Restaurant

Pierson, MB204-634-2414

Action packed entertainment at the Rodeo!

Melita, MB204-522-8166

Taylor Auctions204-522-3996

Melita, MB • 204-522-3238

Virden, MB • 204-748-1775BOB RENWICKCell 204-522-5045 or

204-634-2511 (H)

Welcome to the Rodeo!Minshull Electric

ResidentialCommercialElectric Heat

Pierson, MB204-634-2282

Melita, MB204-522-6308

Rod’s PlumbingMelita, MB

204-522-3937

Earl Line - Sales Consultant204-522-5046 • 204-522-8356

Check out our website: century 21.ca

Repair all types of Ag. and Industrial H.D. equipment

Hwy. #3 • Melita, MB • R0M 1L0204-522-8451

*Freightliner Associate Parts Dealer*SERVING THE AREA FOR OVER 25 YEARS

Valleyview Consumers Co-op Ltd.Proud to sponsor the

Pierson & AreaIndoor Rodeo

You’re at home here.

7 Locations to Serve you!Virden 204-748-2520

Pierson 204-634-222 • Melita 204-522-8777

www.valleyview.coop


Westman Electrical Contracting• Commercial

• Residential • OilfieldMelita, MB ~ Front Street

Phone 204-522-3483

204-264-0395 Curtis • 204-522-0126 Brad204-264-0588 Drew • [email protected]

Capable of moving water up to one mile at

900-1200 G.P.M

Repairs to all makes & modelsGlass repair & Replacement

Paintless dent repair

25 Millennium Drive, MelitaPhone 204-522-8602

Fax 204-522-8218Call Rodel or Jill

Melita, MB • 204-522-3236

HATS OFFto all theRodeo Participants!

Melita, MB • 204-522-8210

Welcome to thePierson & AreaIndoor Rodeo!


Redpath Funeral Home Ltd.Phone 204-522-3361 • Melita, MB

Pierson Welding

Phone204-634-2240

Have fun at the Rodeo!

PiersonAutobody

Good luck contestants!204-634-2364

PatersonGlobalFoodsPierson, MB

204-634-2406

Unbridled Fun...Come enjoy fun for

the whole familyat the Pierson &

Area Indoor RodeoPhone 204-522-3225

Melita, MB

Open Mon - Fri8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Sat 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sun 12 - 5 p.m.

117 Main Street, Melita • 204-522-3362Jess It Up

Hair and Nail Design54 Souris Street • Pierson, MB

Phone 204-634-2564 for appointment

Show off your pretty toes with a pedicure

Jessica CoutuHair Stylist/Nail Tech • Owner

Happy ChopstickCanadian & Chinese Cuisine • Dine In- Take OutTuesday - Saturday10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.Sunday 12 noon - 8:00 p.m.

Phone204-522-3966Welcome to the Rodeo!

Construction Tank Cleaning

Forsyth Hauling (2010) Ltd.

PHONE204-634-2244

Pierson, MB

Carnduff, SKPh: (306) 482-3244GOOD LUCK & A SAFE RIDE!

D.B. MURRAY LTD.For all your new & used

equipment needs!Box 669

Melita, MB204-522-3341

D ALZIEL O ILFIELD C ONSULTING L TD . P.O. Box 58 • PIERSON , MB • R0M 1S0

Scott Dalziel Wellsite Supervisor

Cell: (204)522-0075 • Fax: (204)634-2481

[email protected]

Completions, Workovers, Repairs & Construction

Dalziel OilfieldConsulting Ltd.

BROWN ACCOUNTING& INVESTMENTS

• Confidentiality• Reasonable Fees

• Experience• Year-Round Service

133 Main StreetMelita, MB

204-522-3420

Have a great time at the Rodeo!204-522-8101

117 Ash Street • Melita, MB

Kim’s OPENING IN MAY!

2 miles west & 1 1/2 miles north of ElvaBedding Plants • Perennials • Basket Fillers • Planters & Hanging Baskets

Please Call for hours:204-522-3217 • 204-522-5704

Kim Renwick


Melita, MB204-522-8293

Lee’s Service Centre

R & K FarmsRandy’s Grain Cleaning

Randy & Ken JonesTilston, MB

Ph. 204-686-2365 or204-634-2304

Cell: 204-522-6660

Welcome to theIndoor Rodeo!

177 Front Street ~ Melita, MB204-522-3264

Saddle up for the Rodeo!

Home, Farm, Auto, Commercial, Oilfield, Health, Travel

Gainsborough, SK • 306-685-2110Carnduff, SK • 306-482-5244

cashawinsuranceandtravel.com

Delmar’s Hardware

204-522-3937 • Melita, MB

Water BoyzMelita, MB

204-522-3212



See you at the RodeoApril 17 - 19Pierson, MB

Westman Selects win bronze at Provincials The Westman Selects Senior Womenʼs hockey team won the bronze medal at the Provincial B tournament in St. Adolf, March 20 - 22. Eight teams competed in the event including the ACC Cougars (Brandon), Minnedosa Wild, Winnipeg Prairie Fire, Winnipeg Royals, Winnipeg Rage II, Winnipeg Aces, Westman Predators (Neepawa) and the Westman Selects (Hartney). Back row (L-R): Coach Nick Cowan, Brittaney Phillips (Hartney), Erin Derlego (Hartney), Kayla Bertholet (Reston), Josie Bertholet (Reston), Megan Bailey (Virden), Nellie Minshull (Pierson), Morgan Peloquin (Souris), Bridget Cowan (Hartney). Front row: Hailey Deyaegher (Minto), Stephanie Lagasse, Brandi Pollock (Virden), Kelsey Sanderson (Melita), Andrea Cook (Brandon), Hailey Dommett (Wawanesa), Whitney Gilbertson (Neepawa).

PHOTO /SUBMITTED

BOUNDARY CO-OP EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MEAT CUTTER BOISSEVAIN/DELORAINE FOOD STORE

To assist with the day to day operations of the meat departments at both our Boissevain and Deloraine Food Stores.

Duties will include: • Product cutting, pricing, packaging and merchandising • Customer Service • Displaying • Clean and maintenance • With training opportunities in inventory controlling and merchandising development

We Offer: • Competitive salaries • Outstanding benefits and pension package • Excellent work environment • Extensive training and advancement programs

Candidates must have: • Sound education background • Sound knowledge of meat department operations would be an advantage • Good communication/interpersonal skills and organizational skills • Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Please forward cover letter, resume and salary expectations to: Shirley Bell HR & Marketing Co-ordinator Boundary Co-op, Box 280, Boissevain, MB R0K 0E0 or [email protected] or fax (204)747-3372

ALL RV & TRUCK ACCESSORIES ON SALE! REPAIR YOUR RV BEFORE SPRING RUSH!

IG3000 GENERATORS $ 1,695 95

Only 1 left!

WE SELL RVS ON CONSIGNMENT • WE RENT RVS

Reese Double Pivot Fifth Wheel Hitch

$ 524 95

NEW 15K SuperGlide - ONLY $ 2195 00

LEN ’ S ALTERNATIVE RV PARTS & SERVICE

204-728-4457 • [email protected] • www.lensrv.ca

TOLL FREE: 1-866-392-7468 2 1/2 miles west of 18th on Richmond Ave • Brandon, MB

SGI & MPI A CCREDITED No claim too big or too small, WE DO IT ALL!

Hail damage? Wood rot or major RV repairs.

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ATWOOD 3000 LB POWER TONGUE JACKS $ 199 95

RV SALES & RENTALS

Redvers Ag Ex Trade Show back in 2015 submitted

After taking a year off, the Redvers Ag Ex Committee is pleased to announce that Ag Ex will return in 2015 with two significant changes. The show will be held on June 2 (rather than in April) and will be open from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. to allow an oppor - tunity for everyone to attend. Over 100 exhibitors and close to 700 visitors have rated this event as one of southeast Saskatchewan’s best Trade Shows.

The Redvers Ag Ex Trade Show will feature not only precision agriculture dis - plays, environmental information and innovative crop technology but also a variety of Home and Leisure and Lifestyle booths, all under one roof at the Redvers Recreation Centre.

Including the young people of the community is an important part of Ag Ex. Children’s activities include Brian Chicoine’s petting zoo, always a favourite, along with face painting and One Church Bouncy Houses. The Redvers Wranglers 4-H Light Horse Club will be giving pony rides from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. There will be a nominal charge for the face painting and pony rides.

The Alida 4-H Beef Club will be showcasing their calves in advance of their Achievement Day which is being held on June 12.

Stop in for a coffee and piece of pie and support the Moose Mountain Air Cadets. The Redvers Firefighters will be serving supper from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. as a fund -

raiser for the new firehouse. Give the cook the night off and support this worthy cause.

The Redvers Ag Ex Committee are selling tickets on your choice of 1) $1,000 worth of fuel, 2) JD barbecue or Stihl tools or 3) $1,000 gift certificate to Today’s Enterprises. Tickets are also available at the Town Office, Affinity Credit Union and Today’s Enterprises.

Looking for an avenue to showcase your product or service? Information and reg - istration forms are available on our website at redversagex.ca. For additional infor - mation, questions or to book a booth call 306-452-7771 or email redversagex@hot - mail.com

Melita Golden Age Centre submitted by Hazel Onslow

Winners at Cribbage played at the Drop In Centre, Wednesday, March 11, were 1st Connie Renwick and Joyce Harmon, 2nd Florence Murray and Ellen Carels and 3rd Jack Shannon and Bob Harmon. Social time fol - lowed.

Winners at Cribbage on Wednesday, March 18, were 1st Hazel Onslow and Loretta Breemersch, 2nd Connie Renwick and Joyce Harmon and tied for 3rd

Alice Voth and Mary Lewis and Kelly Banks and Karen Harmon. Social time fol - lowed.

Winners at Cribbage on Wednesday, March 25, were 1st Grace Renwick and Karen Harmon, 2nd Alice Voth and Mary Lewis and 3rd Florence Murray and Ellen Carels. Social time fol - lowed.

Melita Golden Age Centre held their annual meeting at the Lodge on Tuesday, March 17.

Executive members are Bob Harmon - president; Florence Murray - vice-president; Karen Harmon - secretary, Ellen Carels - treasurer, Joyce Harmon - sick and vis - iting and Hazel Onslow - news reporter. There is no age limit to join.

A fun day has been sched - uled for Friday, April 10, at 1:00 p.m., $5.

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ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PR EPAID Advertising deviating in any way from regular classified style will be considered display and charge d at a rate of $6.50/column inch.

AGREEMENT 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 shou ld the advertisement be omitted from the issue ordered for whatever reason, Melita New Era shall not be held liable. It is also agreed that in the event of an error appearing in the published advertisement, Melita New Era accepts no liability beyond the amou nt 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 insert ion only.

Phone (204)522-3491

Fax (204)522-3648 Email [email protected]

CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIEDS

FOR SALE

Mini Dish - Canadaʼs best channel line up, local weather forecast, very easy to use. Call S M A R T R O N I C S (204)673-2521. ----------------------------------- Storage sheds (10ʼx10ʼ - 10ʼx12ʼ - 10ʼx16ʼ - 12ʼx16ʼ), 30 year warranty on steel, all coloured steel, wood framed, Fir plywood floor, on treated skids, ridge light, mouse proof, maintenance free. Call Edward at 204-776- 2324 or fax 204-776-2024.

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE

Simmental bulls, Reds, Blacks and Traditionals, all AI sires. Also, Black Angus yearling bulls. Phone Prospect Simmentals, Jim Pringle (204)877-3855, (204)877- 3653 or (204)748-7018 cell. ---------------------------------- Registered Black Angus bulls for sale. Hand fed for docility and longevity. Gervin Angus 204-658- 3423 or 204-522-6446.

FEED & SEED For sale - Seed oats for sale, 2013 crop. Grown from certified seed. 45 lbs per bushel. For more information 204-264-0099 cell or 204-522-3557 home. ----------------------------------- NuVision Commodities, St. Jean, MB buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, oats off grades grain. Phone 1(204)758- 3401.

TENDERS Corn Seed for Tender

12 bags of 39-D-95 Corn Seed donated by Scott Sambrook of Pioneer Seeds, Medora. Tenders and proceeds to the Tilston 4-H Beef Club. The Tilston 4-H Beef Club would like to extend a thank you to Pioneer Seeds for this generous donation. This is an amazing opportunity for a producer like yourself to help support your local 4- H Beef Club. Approximate Value $2,700. Mail tenders to Tilston 4-H Beef Club Treasurer, Kelsey Schuddemat, Box 249, Melita, MB R0M 1L0. All tenders must be received by 8:00 p.m. April 18, 2015. The highest tender will be awarded the seed and will be contacted on April 20, 2015.

HELP WANTED Full or part-time employee needed for farm in the Melita and surrounding area. Experience operating equipment or Class 1 drivers license would be an asset. Wage negotiable with applicant. Phone 204-522-6305 Ryan or 204-522-5601 Scott. ----------------------------------- Melita Golf Clubhouse requires full and part-time workers for May to September. Serverʼs card is required. Send resumes to Box 913, Melita, MB, Attention: Clubhouse. ----------------------------------- MCMILLEN RANCHING LTD., a large purebred livestock operation and grain farm, is seeking honest, reliable persons to join our team. Experience with livestock, operating machinery and 1A license an asset. Full- time, year round positions available or part-time. Competitive wages, modern equipment. Send resume by fax 306-928- 2027 or email [email protected] or call Lee 306-483-8067, Carievale, SK. -----------------------------------

The International Peace Garden is seeking seasonal staff for cafe, gift shoppe, grounds, gate admissions and horticultural positions. You may call 1-888-432- 6733 or email [email protected] for applications. Mail resume to Box 419, Boissevain, MB R0K 0E0, www.peacegarden.com.

NOTICES DEPRESSION SUPPORT

GROUP Has Depression affected your life? If you are feeling sad and alone please join us for a time of fellowship, caring and sharing. Meetings are held the First Monday of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose room at the Deloraine Health Centre. For more information please call 204-522-5942. There is Hope and there is Help!

COMING EVENTS

Seniors Services of Antler River Annual Meeting to be held April 16, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at Municipal of Two Borders Office. Everyone welcome. ----------------------------------- Spring Tea and Bake Sale, April 25, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Galaxy Lanes Bowling Alley. ----------------------------------- 2 Sharps & A Flat, a musical performance you won’t want to miss. An eclectic mix of jazz, classic, fiddle and rock, April 18, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., Gainsborough Community Hall. $20.00 for adults, $10.00 for 12 and under. Lunch provided. Bake sale to follow performance. Proceeds go to flood repairs for the Gainsborough and Carievale United Church Manse. For tickets call Cheryl-Ann at 306-482- 7277 or pick up at C.A. Shaw Insurance in Gainsborough or Carnduff. ----------------------------------- Come and Go Bridal Shower in honour of Danielle Renwick, bride-elect of Tyson Lewis, will be held Saturday, April 25, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Napinka Hall.

PERSONALS DRINKING PROBLEM Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other in order to solve their common problem. If you are interested phone: 522-3671, 686-2410, 1(306)685-2104. Closed meetings are held Tuesday evenings at 8:00 p.m., Golden Age Club. ---------------------------------- HANDIVAN SERVICE - Melita and Area Handi- van, 204-264-0447. Service open to the public. Reasonable rates. ---------------------------------- HYPOGLYCEMIA or LOW BLOOD SUGAR is being recognized as a significant problem to many people. A Hypoglycemia Support Group is available in this area. Call: 877-3823 or 858-2382. ---------------------------------- Are you having difficulty stretching your food dollars! Contact the Melita and Area Community Link Food Pantry at 522-3225. ---------------------------------- AL-ANON - If someone in your family has a drinking problem you can see what itʼs doing to them. But can you see what itʼs doing to you? For information and help, contact AL-ANON. Phone 204-686-2410 or 204- 522-8288. AL-ANON meetings are held every Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. at the Golden Age Club on Summit St., Melita.

PROVINCIAL CLASSIFIEDS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY M E D I C A L TRANSCRIPTION! In- demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer- trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855- 768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00

Vend = .70 Profit. All on Location In Your Area. Selling Due to relocation. Call 1-866- 668-6629 For Details.

COMING EVENTS 47th Annual Lundar Bull Sale, April 18, 2015. For sale: Gelbvieh, Hereford, Simmental, Saler, Angus, Limousin, Charolais. Sale time 1:00pm. Sale held at Lundar Sale Barn. Where the good bulls come. Auctioneer: Bud Bergner, Ashern. Contact Jim at 204-467-8809 or Connie at 204-739-5264. Visit our catalogue on www.buyagro.com

----------------------------------- ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE SALE! Huge Spring Event!! Largest of the season. Over 200 tables! Friday, April 17, 5pm-9pm and Saturday, April 18th, 10am-4pm, $5 per person. Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. Great Selection. FREE PARKING.

----------------------------------- The 19th Annual Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum Induction Dinner will be held in Morden on June 6, 2015. Tickets may be obtained by contacting Jack Hrehirchuk at 204-638-6923, 204-648-6395 or [email protected], David Olsen at 204-284-8728 or [email protected], or Joe Wiwchar at 204-822- 4 6 3 6 o r m b b b h o f @ m y m t s . n e t . Deadline for ticket sales is May 15, 2015.

FOR SALE Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Associationʼs Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.mcna.com.

----------------------------------- BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Automotive, farm, construction, ATV, marine, motorcycle, golf carts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 www.batteryman.ca

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----------------------------------- R E F O R E S T A T I O N NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Full boxes as low as $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

----------------------------------- SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

----------------------------------- SAVE! NEW! WRAPPED! Queen Pillow-Top Bed Set $395 (Double set $375)! 8- piece solid wood Bedroom Suite including Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest & 2 night stands $2,295. 12 Drawer Queen Storage Bed $595! 5 piece 42î round drop leaf set $595. 3 piece 36î drop leaf table set $299 (expresso or maple). Power Reclining, black, leather set including sofa, loveseat, center console & chair $2,295. Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-5. Call KDL Furniture at 204-571-1971. 660 Highland Ave., South side of #1 Hwy., Brandon.

HEALTH Do you have a DISABILITY? Physical or mental. We can help you get up to $40,000 back from the Canadian Government. FOR DETAILS check out our website: disabilitygroupcanada.com or CALL us today Toll-Free 1- 888-875-4787.

STEEL BUILDINGS STEEL BUILDINGS... ìSPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!î All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while itʼs hot. Pioneer Steel 1- 800-668-5422 http:// www.pioneersteel.ca/

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One year ago today. With good byes left unspoken,

You quietly passed away. God gave us strength to bear it And courage to stand the blow And what it meant to lose you

No one will ever know. ~ Remembered by Maxine and family.

DRIER - In memory of Jerry Drier. Memories are treasures no one can steal

Heartaches are something no one can heal. Some may forget you now that you are gone But we will remember no matter how long.

~ Winnie Drier and family.

O BITUARY WRAY

Donald John Wray, 1955 - 2015 Don passed away on January 26, 2015 at Brandon Regional Health Centre with family by his side, at the age of 59. He was born in Reston on June 13, 1955, the third son of John and Mabel Wray and was raised on the farm at Tilston with his elder brothers, Bill and Ken and his younger sister Sharon. He always felt very lucky that his grandma, Ethel Moir, lived with their family, off and on, for most of his growing up years. Don had a special relationship with Grandma. Don was a true farm boy, milking cows from an early age and doing chores and whatever other tasks his parents assigned. He had a deep love and respect for his parents, and truly appreciated all they had done to help him. Don lived all of his life in the Tilston District and almost all of it on Section 27-5-29, growing up on the SW 1/4, and raising his own family on the NE 1/4. He started school at Tilston and finished at Pierson, graduating in 1973. Don loved sports and played baseball and hockey into his adult life. Like his parents, he was very

community minded, was involved in many community groups, coached minor sports, and was always willin g to lend a hand. After finishing school, Don began farming with his Dad and brother Ken, raising mixed grains, cattle and sometimes pigs. They also began building their registered Polled Hereford herds. Eventually, Donʼs h erd came to be known as Mil-Wray Polled Herefords. In 1974, Don began dating Wanda Millions from Fertile. Don spent countless hours at the Millions far m, a popular gathering place for young people. He called Wandaʼs mother “Mom” long before they started da ting! Never a man to rush into anything, Don dated Wanda for seven years before they were married in 1981. Their father had retired from farming, and Don and Ken continued their partnership until the time of his death. The brothers had such a strong, unique bond. Their ability to co-operate and get things done in an e fficient manner was a marvel to many. Some days they barely spoke as they went about their chores, but they k new what needed to be done, and they did it. There is no one on this earth who Don admired or respected more than Ken. Ken and Judyʼs children Jaime, Derek and Brett, and grandchildren Lily, Lucas, Hadlee and Spencer, w ere also particularly special to Don. He loved them like his own. Don had a very special place in the hearts of all of his nieces and nephews both Wray and Millions. They all loved Uncle Don and he adored them all. When the y visited the farm, he would take anyone who wanted to go with him over to do chores. He gave countles s sleigh rides with the horses, and loved to have the kids ride with him in the combine or tractor. Don was a big bear of a man, who would do anything to help anyone, but had a true soft spot for kids. He coached, gave kids rides, carried hockey bags, tied skates, twisted calves tails, opened gates, washed calves, and offered adv ice with his unique dry sense of humour. He had a quiet, hilarious way of telling stories about the most ordinary things, and would have everyone smiling in no time. The business and personal relationships that Don developed in the Hereford industry were very import ant to him. He enjoyed time spent travelling to sales, and visiting at events. He built long, enduring friendshi ps. He told Wanda many times that he sometimes hated cows, but his cattle friends made it all OK. The large atte ndance of Hereford breeders at the funeral was a true tribute to Don, from his industry friends and peers. Don and Wanda welcomed their son Tyler into their family in 1987, and daughter Lenna in 1990. This began the most important, all consuming job of Donʼs life. He was an incredible husband and Dad. His family, a nd especially his kids, were always his first priority. He juggled chores around their activities, spen ding countless hours taking them to hockey, ball, 4-H, and school events. He rarely missed a Christmas concert, spo rting event, speech night, piano recital, or whatever else they were involved in. It didnʼt matter. If they were participating, he was there. He left the field in the spring to coach Tylerʼs ball teams, and regularly manned a gate on their hockey team benches. Some of Tyler and Lennaʼs best memories of their Dad are from their times spent with him on the farm . They spent countless hours, just tagging along after their Dad. He was always happiest when he was just a t home with Wanda and the kids. As adults, Don continued to follow the lives of his children, worrying abou t them, and celebrating their successes. He was incredibly proud of both Tyler and Lenna, and considered them hi s greatest achievements in life. Don and Wanda had been married for over 33 years, and had been together for over 40. His loss has le ft a hole in Wandaʼs heart and life that can never be filled. Don was predeceased by his father John, brother Bill, grandma Ethel Moir, in-laws Marie and Garnet M illions, and sister-in-law Judy Millions. His memory will live forever in the hearts of his wife Wanda, son Tyler, daughter Lenna, and mother Mabel. He is sadly missed by his brother Ken (Judy) Wray, sister Sharon (Gerry) Brick, sister-in-law Valorie W ray (Lee Adams) and by Wandaʼs siblings, Deanna (Ron) Hoffman, Brian Millions, Blaine (Debbie) Millions, Clar e (Aggie) Millions, Lorraine (Brad) Kellington, Vern (Corrine) Millions, Vaughn (Lori) Millions, numerous niec es and nephews and countless friends. The celebration of Donʼs life was held February 2, 2015 in the Tilston Community Hall. Reverend Barb Alston officiated, with Wendy Anderson as pianist. Urnbearers were Wanda and Tyler. Caitlyn and Daniel Bri ck gave the family eulogy, which was beautifully written by Lenna. Duncan Lees spoke on behalf of the Herefo rd fraternity. Jason Kellington sang “Go Rest High on that Mountain,” David Kellington gave a reading “ Raised in a Barn,” and Brett Skeoch read a poem she had composed, “Side by Side”. Paul Harveyʼs “So God made a Farmer” was played during the service, congregational hymns were “Joyful, Joyful” and “One Day at a Time”, and “The Cowboy Rides Away” by George Strait, was played as the recessional. The Tilston 4-H Beef Cl ub members, leaders and parents formed an honour guard. This was such a lovely tribute, by a group that was so very special to Don. Burial followed in the Tilston Cemetery. Lunch was served in the Tilston Hall. Funeral arrangements were with Redpath Funeral Home, Melita. Wanda, Tyler and Lenna are grateful for the life built and the time spent with Don. His love was a gift from God. Many people are never fortunate enough to experience the kind of love that they shared. They were very privileged to have been such important parts of a life well lived. Don will be missed by all who knew him.

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Carievale and Gainsborough United Churches celebrate Easter submitted by Pamela Brown

The people of the United Churches of Gainsborough and Carievale celebrated Easter with three worship services. On Palm Sunday, (March 29), worship at Carievale United Church included a palm parade, a bal - loon drop and the Sacrament of Communion. The chil - dren and youth shared in leadership by telling the scrip - ture story through skit, music and readings.� On Good Friday (April 3), a service of special music and poetic reflections was led by Rob Reed (Minister), Laurie Cole, Susan Hill and Christine Kendall at Carievale United.� On Easter Sunday (April 5), a service of song and storytelling was held at Knox United Church in Gainsborough.� The Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday services were followed by potluck meals. Thanks to everyone who attended and participated in these serv - ices.


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Pipestone

by Carol Stairs Tom and Marilyn Flannery

were to Hartney on Sunday for granddaughter Kaylee’s birthday and Easter gathering.

William and Hazel Beamish were at John and Vi Jackson’s Sunday for supper.

Tom and Jean Dickson

were supper guests with Stacy and Todd Boulton and family on Good Friday.

Saturday supper guests with Tom and Jean were Michelle, Trevor, Riley and Brody Pomeroy of Brandon; Stacy, Todd Avery, Brooke and Tyson Boulton; Pat and David Dickson, Megan and Ryan Yeo and Ryan’s friend

Nellie and Carol and Allan Ross.

Brady and Breanne Perrault were Spring Break visitors with their grandpar - ents, Brian and Sharon Zarn.

Brian and Sharon Zarn spent Easter weekend with Kelly and Ashley Zarn and boys at Forrest. They were joined on Sunday by Ed,

Hollee, Brady and Breanne Perreault.

Eleanor Mayert and Ken Campion accompanied Tim Miles and Joanne Mayert of Sinclair for Chinese supper in Moosomin for Easter.

Carol Stairs travelled to Winnipeg last Wednesday for Easter and birthdays with her family, Tracey Kennedy and Alan Cechvala. Thursday eve - ning I visited with her grand - daughter, Jessica Bergen and g r e a t - g r a n d d a u g h t e r , Madilynn in St. Annes. Sunday, we all were at Edna Cechvala’s for supper and celebrate April birthdays for Tracey Kennedy, Marcel and Jessica Bergen. Carol returned home Monday. Saw a lot of deer out feeding, I guess get - ting ready for the snow fall that happened Tuesday.

Hope you all had a won - derful Easter and look forward for those spring flowers stick - ing their heads out of the ground soon.

Melita Golden Age Centre submitted by Hazel Onslow

Winners at Cribbage played at the Drop In Centre, Wednesday, March 11, were 1st Connie Renwick and Joyce Harmon, 2nd Florence Murray and Ellen Carels and 3rd Jack Shannon and Bob Harmon. Social time followed.

Winners at Cribbage on Wednesday, March 18, were 1st Hazel Onslow and Loretta Breemersch, 2nd Connie Renwick and Joyce Harmon and tied for 3rd Alice Voth and Mary Lewis and Kelly Banks and Karen Harmon. Social time followed.

Winners at Cribbage on Wednesday, March 25, were 1st Grace Renwick and Karen Harmon, 2nd Alice Voth and Mary Lewis and 3rd Florence Murray and Ellen Carels. Social time followed.

Melita Golden Age Centre held their annual meeting at the Lodge on Tuesday, March 17. Executive members are Bob Harmon - president; Florence Murray - vice-president; Karen Harmon - secretary, Ellen Carels - treasurer, Joyce Harmon - sick and visiting and Hazel Onslow - news reporter. There is no age limit to join.

A fun day has been scheduled for Friday, April 10, at 1:00 p.m., $5.


CHURCH DIRECTORY United Church of Canada

Rev. Allan Gairns, Minister Phone (204)522-8136 (office)

(Wheelchair Access) SERVICES

Tilston 1:30 a.m. (1st Sunday) Melita 11:15 a.m.

Deloraine 9:15 a.m --------

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United Church of Canada Serving

Lyleton United Church 1:30 p.m. Pierson United Church 9:30 a.m.

Waskada United Church 11:30 a.m. Rev. Heather Sandilands

Diaconal Minister Phone: 204-264-0933 (cell)

Home: 204-634-2276 --------

Associated Gospel Church of Canada

Pierson Bible Chapel Sunday Worship - 10:00 a.m.

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Presbyterian Church Rev. Barbara Alston

Sunday Services - 11:00 a.m. Service at Personal Care Home -

3rd Sunday of month at 2:00 p.m.

Service at Melita Lodge last Sunday of the month

at 11:00 a.m. Melita, 522-3128 Souris 483-3350

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Christ Church Anglican, Melita

1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays 10:00 a.m. - Morning Prayer

2nd & 4th Sundays 11:30 - Holy Communion

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Your Friends the Seventh Day Adventists

Invite you to view and listen to these programs: Faith For Today;

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January - 11:30 a.m. Sundays February - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays

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University in Ottawa on November 15, 2014. Her parents, Stan & Wanda Patmore of

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1 Yr. -Apr 11, 2014 Greg Johnson, extreme storm chaser, was the keynote speaker at the Waskada &

Area Chamber of Commerce supper and presentations evening held Friday, April 4...At the Waskada & Area Chamber of Commerce supper and presentations evening held April 4, PennWest donated $40,000 towards to new Waskada & Area Recreation Centre...Students in the division participated in the Canadian Red Cross Day of Pink held Monday, April 7. 10 Yrs. - Apr 9, 2005 Shelby Wray of Tilston was the Youth Speaker at the West Souris River Conservation District 10th anniversary banquet held in Pipestone on Tuesday, April 5. Shelby is part of the Green Street Program and the Clean Stream Group working with the WSRCD...Paul Thompson of Pierson has been selected to play on the Westman South Director’s Cup hockey team...Congratulations to Duncan and Marlene Stewart on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. 20 Yrs. - Apr 11, 1995

On April 25, Manitobans will go to the polls to elect a new candidate. Running is incumbent Jim Downey PC, Murray Lee Liberal and Ray Cantelo NDP...Sympathy is extended to the Boyd family on the passing of Jack (Frank) Boyd. 30 Yrs. - Apr 11, 1985

Very cool weather has been with us since April was ushered in, with a mixture of sunshine, then overcast skies, clearing intermittently. Winter hasn’t completely gone, as snow was received on Good Friday, along with gusty winds...Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Warren who will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on April 14...Kim Slack was crowned this year’s Carnival Queen on April 4. 40 Yrs. - Apr 10, 1975

The Pierson Friendship Centre was officially opened on April 3...Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Grierson were recently honoured on the occasion of their 50th wedding anni - versary...Lloyd Harmon and Derek Klassen, members of the Melita 4-H Beef Club, were chosen to compete in the calf scramble at the Brandon Winter Fair...Despite the winter like weather, the Melita Curling Rink has closed its doors for the season. 50 Yrs. - Apr 8, 1965

The death of Mrs. Harry Roblin occurred in Wilson Memorial Hospital early Wednesday morning...Andrew Bruce Anderson of Pierson passed away in the Winnipeg General Hospital, at the age of 35...After 10 days of dull weather, the sun has managed a reluctant appearance and temperatures have varied from highs of 38 down to a low of 19. 60 Yrs. - Apr 7, 1955

Commencing on April 2, Melita business places returned to their summer sched - ule with closing hours of 11:00 p.m...The death of William Speare, pioneer resident of Lyleton district, occurred on Tuesday at the age of 82...The death of Mrs. Alice Farrow occurred April 5, in her 67th year. 70 Yrs. - Apr 12, 1945

Pte. Wm. Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Davis of Tilston, is reported missing in action...Tilston relatives have received word that L/C Alfred Grainger, has died as a result of treatment while a prison of war, following the fall of Hong Kong...Light rainfall was received during the past week and temperatures continue quite mild. 80 Yrs. - Apr 11, 1935

Following the meeting of Rock Lake Presbytery of the United Church last week, it appears that incumbents of pulpits in this area will remain unchanged...The hockey season closed in fine style on Saturday night when Melita and Souris played to a six all overtime tie. 90 Yrs. - Apr 9, 1925

Workmen are now engaged in tearing down the flour mill. The building and machinery will be moved to Shaunavon, SK...The warm winds of the past few days have enabled farmers to get ahead with their spring work. 100 Yrs. - Apr 10, 1915

Not available. 110 Yrs. - Apr 11, 1905

Efforts are being made to procure a provincial charter for the Melita-Lyleton Telephone H. E. Maycock will open his new business block next week, adding a new grocery store to Melita’s business section...E. Bedord has closed out his blacksmith business at Cameron and has returned to D. Lamont’s shop in Melita.

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These minutes are being released as an unofficial record of the meeting and are subject to amendment/rati - fication at the next regular board meeting of the School Board

The regular meeting of the Southwest Horizon School Division was held on Wednesday, March 25, at 5.20 p.m. at Waskada School. Trustees present: Sven Kreusch (chair), Cindy Cassils, Allan Downey, Janice McDonald, Penny Oliver, Chris Page. Administration present: Carolyn Cory, Kevin Zabowski. Recording sec - retary: Michelle Blades. Regrets: Scott Perkin (vice- chair), Michelle Edwards, Linda Phillips. The Chair called the meeting to order at 5:20 p.m.

Cassils/Oliver: Be it resolved that we adopt the agenda. Carried.

Downey/Cassils: Be it resolved that we approve the minutes from the regular Board meeting of March 11,

2015 and the special meeting of March 23, 2015, as amended. Carried.

Cassils/McDonald: Be it resolved that the Board move into in-camera session. Carried.

Downey/Cassils:Be it resolved that the Board move out of in-camera session. Carried. Page/McDonald: Be it resolved that we approve staffing report #1, as pre - sented. Carried.

Cassils/Downey: Be it resolved that we approve staffing report #2, as pre - sented. Defeated.

Cassils/Downey: Be it resolved that we approve staffing report #3, as pre - sented. Carried.

Oliver/Downey: Be it resolved that we approve the associated costs for MSBA Labour Relations Consultant services. Carried.

The Superintendent reported to the Board on the following:

Celebrations Student Services Review

- On March 10, Provincial Student Services Consultants Mary-Anne Ploshynsky and Kate Roberts met with SHSD Administrators and Resource Team to provide feedback regarding our Provincial

Student Services Review. The consultants spent 1.5 days in January visiting schools, meeting with staff and observing funded stu - dents. The purpose of the review was to verify the attendance and continued eli - gibility of funded students, review our IEP process and policies, to follow up on goals set during the previous review, and to discuss plans for future planning. Consultants reported that our funded students’ attendance and eligibility are secure, all goals set during the previous review have been met, and appropriate policies are in place.

IEP development using CLEVR was noted, including highlights of classroom teachers acting as case man - agers, appropriate parental involvement and opportunity for involvement, and consis - tent, ongoing documentation of student growth. They commended our staff for their team approach to meet - ing students’ needs including the use of class and student profiles, TAG groups, tran - sition practises from year to year, regular meetings with Senior Administration, and our use of data. The

Consultants expressed appre - ciation for our work in build - ing trust and respect within our schools through Restitution training.

Next steps include: • Clarity in the writing of

student goals on IEPs. • Continue to support staff

in the use of data to plan for inclusion.

Congratulations to Melita/ Waskada Schools and com - munities for hosting a very successful and enjoyable High School Hockey Provincial Championship, March 12-14. Congratulations to Souris School and community for hosting a very successful and enjoyable High School Girls AA Basketball Provincial Championship, March 19-21.

Congratulations to all of our students who played hard, entertained their fans, and represented their schools. Congratulations to the Souris Sabres Girls Basketball Team for winning Bronze and to the Deloraine/Hartney Colts High School Hockey Team for winning Bronze as well.

Welcome to Kindergarten - In the past our schools have hosted an annual Kindergarten Screening day during which time new

Kindergarten students are invited to the classroom to get to know their teacher, classroom and school, and vice versa. This year stu - dents and parents will attend a Welcome to Kindergarten Session in each of our schools. Groups of students will have the opportunity to play and explore in the class - room with their teacher while other students will meet one on one with the resource teacher, school psychologist, SLP, Student Services Coordinator or Superintendent and complete the Early Years Evaluation Tool (EYE Assessment). Kindergarten teachers will arrange a follow up meeting with each parent in order to share the results of this devel - opmental assessment and provide suggestions for par - ents to use during the sum - mer months with their child. It is our intent that parents will gain a clearer under - standing of their child’s developmental needs and how these might best be addressed through play.

ELA Curriculum - A draft of the new ELA Curriculum (K-8) is currently available and a draft for 9-12 ELA is still in progress. This new

curriculum will be piloted in a few divisions in the fall of 2015.

PROJECT 11 - Inspired and created in honor of Rick Rypien #11, former player of the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose, PROJECT 11 is available to support stu - dents in Grades 5 to 8 with virtual tutorials educating stu - dents of positive mental health. PROJECT 11 is an engaging cross-curricular prevention program targeting ELA and PE/Health out - comes. The program entails 15 lesson plans (1/week) and 60 daily activities to help support students and teachers on mental health wellness and bringing positive coping skills into their lives. PROJECT 11 uses concepts such as practicing focusing the mind, increasing self- awareness of feelings and strengths, and building posi - tive relationships.

The Winnipeg Jets True North Foundation in partner - ship with Healthy Child Manitoba asked for Pilot classrooms for the first pilot in February 2015. Shannon Lee, Grade 5/6 teacher in Pierson School applied and was accepted.

Continued in next week’s paper

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Melita New Era April 10, 2015