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MP Sopuck
Addresses
Canola Crisis
By DARRYL HOLYK
Topham side of Provincial Road #262, less than one mile south of the
village, had a bit of significant local historical value, many
Returns from
may not be aware of.
According to Brion Pollon, Clanwilliam historian and
President of Minnedosa Regional Archives, the original log
Washington portion of the one-and-three-quarter storey house was con-
9
structed in 1880 for Peter Morris (P.M.) Cudhie. Peter was
born in New Brunswick and came to the area in 1878 with
his wife Margaret and seven children. In 1882, he became The east side of the long abandoned and delapidated farmhouse
the first Postmaster of the Clanwilliam Post Office.
moments before being lit on fire by the Minnedosa Fire
Continued on Page 8 Department Saturday morning.
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BUSINESSES SUPPORT
A great deal of road- ect, $20,000 for repairs to moval of the white build-
work is anticipated for 2019 3rd Street S.E. and $10,000 ing at the MREC grounds.
YOUR COMMUNITY!
and council has budgeted for Main Street basin and At its last regular meeting,
accordingly. Last year’s drain repairs. Council awarded this de-
molition job at a cost of al-
When you support the businesses in your most $11,000 plus tax.
home community, those businesses can 19043GG0 The purchase of a new
green space mower has
return the favour by providing donations been budgeted at $15,000
and sponsorships to events, attractions, with an additional $10,000
programs and athletics in your on the books for upgrades
to the floating bridges and
community. Without your support,
walk ways on the Nature
those businesses cannot give Walk and $3,000 budgeted
back to the things which make to cover the replacement
a community a great place to live! of timbers on the Rotary
Suspension bridge.
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Town...
canadian Taxpayers Federation bon taxes decrease emissions
Second, the CTF argues a carbon tax is a tax. That
By Darryl Holyk
H ere’s the most important reason Premier Bri-
an Pallister is right to challenge the federal car-
bon tax in court: he could win. The challenge comes
may seem obvious, but federal lawyers like to call the
carbon tax a carbon levy, fee, or, the latest federal in-
vention, “a price on pollution” – anything but a tax.
at a poignant moment. This month Manitobans began Here’s the problem: the carbon tax does not meet the
paying the federal carbon tax that adds 4.4 cents per li- definition of a fee or levy as outlined in the case West-
Six applications… tre to gasoline and 6.4 cents per litre to diesel. Even
before that price spike, the carbon tax has been un-
bank First Nation v British columbia Hydro and Power
authority. Fees and levies are specific charges subject
You may have noticed in the past weeks that the popular in Manitoba. to specific regulations to address specific costs. Ot-
Minnedosa Recreation Commission is once again Ottawa’s carbon tax isn’t just unpopular – it’s fac- tawa’s carbon tax simply flows in to the treasury – re-
looking for a new Rec Director. The Tribune has en- ing challenges across Canada. New Brunswick, Ontar- bates or any other uses of the money are not directly or
joyed working with Laura Cook as our most recent io and Saskatchewan are also going to court. Depend- legally related to the carbon tax. In short, if it looks like
Rec Director and wish her the best of luck in her fu- ing on the outcome of this month’s Alberta election, a tax and it quacks like a tax, it’s a tax.
ture endeavours. Six applications have been submitted that province may follow. Third, Ottawa’s carbon tax legislation runs afoul
for the Rec Director position and once interviews are Even amidst the uncertainty of a courtroom, the of a fundamental democratic principle: no taxation
complete, the Rec Commission will be introducing our provinces’ prospects are good. without representation. The Greenhouse Gas Pollu-
new Rec Director. First, there’s Manitoba’s legal analysis. Law pro- tion Pricing Act doesn’t specify who should pay the
fessor Dr. Brian Schwartz provided an independent tax; what it applies to; where it should be applied; or,
Fire Training… opinion suggesting the province could challenge the
federal carbon tax by demonstrating its own environ-
how high the tax should be set. All of those basic ele-
ments are relegated to regulation and delegated to the
In addition to last Saturday’s controlled burn of an
mental policies are effective. Premier Pallister specifi- prime minister and cabinet. In other words, the prime
old house near Clanwilliam, the Minnedosa Fire De-
cally cited this option when he announced his court minister can raise and expand the carbon tax without
partment took part in some live training exercises at an
challenge. a vote in Parliament.
old abandoned house in the village of Bethany during
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation intervened in That’s unconstitutional. Only Parliament has the
their regular practice Tuesday night. Watch for a full
the Saskatchewan carbon tax challenge on February right to impose a tax and elected officials must take
story on this in an upcoming edition of The Tribune.
13th. (The CTF also intervened in the Ontario carbon responsibility for taxes by voting. Ottawa’s carbon tax
tax challenge on April 15th and is consulting with law- entirely evades this basic element of responsible gov-
Exit interviews… yers regarding the possibility of intervening in the New ernment by calling the carbon tax a fee or levy. It’s as if
At the last regular Town Council meeting, Council- Brunswick and Manitoba challenges). Ottawa believes the American Revolution could have
lor Jim Dowsett made a suggestion of conducting “exit Here are the CTF’s legal arguments. First, car- been avoided if only the Tea Act had imposed a tea fee
interviews” with employees who are moving on from a bon taxes don’t help the environment. This argument instead of a tea tax.
position under the Town umbrella. Council seemed in might seem unusual, since, legally speaking, the ques- Pallister is right to represent the will of Manito-
favour of this suggestion and I hope this idea becomes tion is whether Ottawa can impose its carbon tax, not bans by challenging the federal carbon tax. It’s unfair
part of the Town’s policy. It could be beneficial to sit whether it works. However, federal lawyers are leaning for Ottawa to force Manitobans to pay a carbon tax that
down with an outgoing employee to gain information on the track record of British Columbia’s carbon tax in won’t work. But Pallister is also right because Manito-
of ideas on pros, cons and what could maybe be done their arguments. And one piece of B.C.’s experience re- ba has a strong legal case to strike-down the carbon tax
differently for future employees filling a position. ally matters here: Despite a decade of paying a carbon in the courts.
tax, B.C.’s emissions have gone up in five of the last six
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M innedosa
Council met for
Town
T he Minnedosa Com-
munities in Bloom
(CIB) committee contin-
Upcoming projects
that are set to happen
include; the town-wide
once they receive word. At
last years conference and
awards held in Morris, the
ing areas in the town, while
taking into consideration
for the deer that roam free-
ues to keep the beautifi- cleanup, taking place on committee received five ly throughout the commu-
cation and enhancement the evening of May 13th. blooms and special men- nity. “A community garden
of Minnedosa forefront in Garbage bags will be pro- tion was made to Dalrym- contributes to a healthy
their overall efforts. Gear- vided, however please ple’s Greenhouse. lifestyle in so many ways
ing up for another busy bring gloves with you. The Projects the commit- including; providing fresh,
season, the CIB committee committee encourages tee is currently working to- safe, affordable herbs,
not only has a list of proj- all residents to be sure to wards include; a mural for fruits and vegetables;
ects that are set to be com- come out to help and also Main Street. Currently, the helping to relive stress and
pleted, but also a list of to clean up their own yards committee is looking for a increase a sense of well-
hopeful projects they are and boulevards before the local artist that would like ness; getting people active,
Photo submitted working on. May long weekend, “a litter the challenge of creating which improves overall
The committee of free community is a beau- a mural on a Main Street physical health; providing
(L-R): Cullen, Dax, Munro, Murdoch, Connor,
sixteen members, are tiful inviting community.” wall. “It’s no secret that social opportunities that
Rhogan, Cearan and Lachlan
definitely a hardwork- In the month of June, murals make our neigh- build a sense of communi-
ing dedicated bunch who the committee will be pre- borhoods beautiful. They ty and belonging and giv-
SUBMITTED
Minnedosa is lucky to paring and planting pots add colour to the build- ing people an opportunity
have on their side. The on Main Street. The plants ing walls and streets that to learn and share knowl-
E ight boys from the Manitoba Highland Dance Asso-
ciation (MHDA) Boys Mentorship program held a
wind-up party at Crystal’s Studio in Minnedosa on Sat-
Manitoba communities in
Bloom program provides a
have been ordered already
from both local green-
would otherwise go un-
noticed, which is a treat for
edge on gardening, nature
and cooking,” said Linda.
comprehensive evaluation houses, Dalrymple’s and locals and tourists alike,” Minnedosa Commu-
urday, April 13th.
beneficial to community Skoglund’s. said Linda Bertram of nities in Bloom is hopeful
A practice was led by Jennifer Lange and her son
development. It encour- The committee will Minnedosa CIB. on both of the proposed
Connor. This was followed by a potluck lunch, pictures
ages all sectors of the com- once again be entering Raised community projects and view both as
and a performance at the Minnedosa Personal Care
munity to work together to the Provincial Competi- gardens, is another project representing the values
Home. Cearan and Rhogan Scott also played a couple of
develop best practices to tion that occurs annu- that the committee is pur- and overall philosophy of
tunes on their fiddles. They finished off the event with ice
achieve clean, green sus- ally. No dates have been suing. The plan is to ask the the committee.
cream from Farmhouse 50.
tainable communities that set as of yet, however the members of Men’s Shed to
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O n Thursday, April
11th, at the Club Re-
gent Event Centre in Win-
home from school asking
my family at the supper
table, what it means to be
ing at the town’s camp-
ground. She is known as
a hard-working and de-
nipeg, Trinity Nylen was gay and why it would be so pendable employee who is
honoured with the Mani- upsetting to my classmate. a self-starter and seems to
toba Premier’s Volunteer My parents explained to have endless energy to get
Service Award. me what it meant to be things done.
Trinity, who lives in gay and clarified there was “Though my life has
Erickson, is a 17-year-old, nothing wrong with being been short, I have been
grade 12 student attend- gay, it just isn’t very com- given the amazing oppor-
ing Minnedosa Collegiate. mon where we live. I didn’t tunity to meet many differ-
“I was incredibly hon- know it then, but this first ent types of people going
oured, as well as thank- real interaction with dis- through many different
ful to receive this award. crimination sparked a pas- things,” said Trinity. “After
I don’t often think about sion within me that would seeing the hardships many
getting awards for helping lead me to help others.” other people have faced, I
at school or in the com- When Trinity was in feel as though I should use
munity so for someone to the ninth grade she was the resources that I have
recognize the work I do involved in an ATV acci- access to in my school and
feels really good. I think dent. She spent nearly a Photo submitted community to help people
that awards like this are a month in hospitals recov- who are not necessarily
great way to inform people ering, however continues Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister, Trinity Nylen given the same chance. I
about ways they can get in- to struggle daily with pain. and Riding Mountain MLA Greg Nesbitt. know that it would have
volved and make a differ- Trinity recently returned never been possible for me
ence. home from a surgery in to receive this award with-
Scott Gray, a family Winnipeg and eagerly ex- ciated with mental health Trinity. “Along with other crimination and mental out the help of the staff and
friend, nominated Trinity plains, “I am healing up issues. Upon her return members of MCI’s PRYDE health. students of MCI, as well as
for this award by writing great! I am back at home, to school, she advocated group we have brought in In addition to all these my past school Erickson
a heartwarming letter ex- and hope to be back play- for her high school to of- many presenters to our activities, Trinity is active Collegiate. I am so thank-
plaining why he felt she ing rugby in no time.” fer Mental Health First Aid schools, hosted assemblies in school sports, playing on ful on how much they al-
was worthy of recognition. Trinity credits this training to students. When and conferences, as well the soccer and basketball lowed and encouraged me
“I have known Trinity her horrific experience as sig- this initiative was unsuc- as doing small fundraisers teams. She has also taken to accomplish.”
entire life and have had nificant in awakening her cessful, she approached to donate to the organiza- on positions to help in the
the privilege of watching to issues around mental the local community col- tions which focus on dis- community, assisting with
her develop from someone health. “While it would lege to access this training
who felt compassion for have been easy to become for herself. She received
her certification in Mental
another she saw hurting, focused on herself during
Health First Aid from the The Minnedosa Tribune presents…
into someone who joined this difficult time, Trinity
groups to address social befriended another youth Mental Health Commis- Minnedosa’s Official Tourist Guide…
Minnedosa
issues, and finally into a who was in the hospital sion of Canada in Decem-
leader that others follow,” receiving treatment for se- ber 2018.”
wrote Gray. “I am nominat- vere anorexia,” wrote Gray. “I try my best to edu-
ing Trinity for this Youth “This friendship ignited in cate students and mem-
Volunteer award because Trinity a passion for ad- bers of the community
of her extraordinary efforts dressing the stigma asso- as much as I can,” said
to raise awareness in her
community about discrim-
ination in its various forms RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF OAKVIEW
and the leadership she has PUBLIC NOTICE
shown in affecting change. REGARDING THE 2019 Since 1996, The Minnedosa Tribune has been proud to compile, design, publish and
She has committed her FINANCIAL PLAN distribute our community’s tourist guide.
time in two different high
schools to various com-
Just in time for May long weekend, 5,000 printed copies of
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to
mittees including the Gay Subsection 162 (2) of The Municipal Act that the
The Beachcomber will be distributed locally,
Straight Alliance, Student Council of the R. M. of Oakview intends to present through Riverbank Discovery Centre and Travel Manitoba.
Council, C.H.A.N.G.E. its financial plan for the fiscal year 2019 at a public
(Citizens Helping All Na-
tions Grow Equally), Mod-
hearing in the R. M. of Oakview council
chambers at 10 Cochrane Street in Oak River on You can be a part of it!
el UN, P.R.Y.D.E (Please
Respect Your Diverse Envi-
Tuesday, the 7th day of May, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.
Council will hear any person who wishes to make a If you have taken photos that showcase Minnedosa in a
ronment) and causes such
as Dressember.”
representation, ask questions, or register an objection
to the financial plan, as provided. positive light to visitors we would be happy to include
Gray’s nomination ap-
plication included some of
Copies of the proposed financial plan will be them in our official tourist guide. You will be named as
available for review commencing on the 25th day
Trinity’s own words as they of April, 2019 and may be examined by any person the photographer for any images we
best describe her motiva- during regular office hours of the Municipal office at
tion for becoming involved Oak River or Rapid City. Please note the municipal
offices will be closed on April 29th – May 1st, 2019,
select for publication.
in volunteerism. “I grew
up in a small conservative
community in rural Mani-
both inclusive for the annual MMAA Conference.
Sorry for any inconvenience. Showcase your business or event by purchasing
toba. One day in the fourth
grade a boy in my class was
Diane Kuculym ad space in this year’s Beachcomber.
Chief Administrative Officer
being bullied because he R. M. of Oakview Please send your photos or ad inquiries to Heather at
was acting “gay”. At the time Email: oakviewcao@mymts.net
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Newdale News
Darlene Nechwediuk ding of Gloria’s daughter,
and her sister Georgina Dayna to Roger Sanchez at
recently flew to Calgary Granad, Nicuagua. During
where they met up with this time Gloria and Mil-
their other sister Bev. From lie had the opportunity to By Raven’s Glen wi block Christmas decora- Brent Fortune. Early Bird Club motored
there, the three sisters en- tour the beautiful colonial tions, knitted items, deco- How many Tiger to Hamiota on April 9th
joyed a holiday in Las Ve- town of Granada and see
gas.
Congratulations to
the countryside which is
spotted with volcanos.
N ewdale Craft Club
hosted their “Show
and Tell” on Saturday,
rated glasses, wine gift
bags made from old ties,
mittens and those handy
Wood’s fans were thrilled
to see him win the Masters
Golf Tournament last Sun-
to play whist in the North/
South Playoffs. Ida Brad-
ley and Linda Baker; Ei-
Cliff and Diane Lungal on Some are active and some April 13th in the communi- felted dryer balls. After day, his fifth green jacket. leen Bradley and Shirley
becoming great grandpar- are dormant. They also ty hall. What an absolutely viewing the many items Do they re-cycle them? Pederson enjoyed the day
ents for the first time. A spent time at the ocean beautiful array of interest- guests were treated to cof- Then we thought the curl- but the cards were not very
great granddaughter was side town of San Juan De ing items each member fee and cookies. Many ing was done but surprise – favourable to them. It’s
born to their granddaugh- Sur, which bordered the had hand-crafted over the exclamations were heard it wasn’t and still one more always an enjoyable day
ter Brittany and Cael Enns Pacific Ocean. The newly- winter months. Quilts of around the hall compli- to go! And if the Jets don’t visiting with folks you only
of Brandon. Brittany is the weds will be making their all sizes, paintings, glass- menting members on their improve it may be a short see once a year at these an-
winters work! Door prizes series! nual Playoffs.
were awarded to the lucky Visiting with Grant
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ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION By
Head Custodians
Rivers Collegiate - 8 hours per day REENA NERBAS
Onanole School - 5.5 hours per day
12 months per year - split shift positions
The Custodian provides cleaning and minor maintenance services to ensure a TOWN OF MINNEDOSA Dear Reena, onto the plane. When I ar-
positive physical environment of the school building. I’ve been reading new rived at the groom’s house, in
Qualifications:
PUBLIC WORKS AND OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT recipes and have come across Mexico, I unpacked my suit
Required: EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY some words that I can’t wrap and noticed that it was com-
• Grade 12 my brain around. What is the pletely wrinkled. My friend (the
The Town of Minnedosa is looking for a team orientated difference between broth, groom) turned the suit inside
• Prior work-related cleaning and building maintenance experience
• A working knowledge of and experience with commercial cleaning individual who will be able to provide physical support and bouillon and stock? Harold out and placed it into a garment
equipment assistance in the day to day delivery of services and to bag and into the washing ma-
• Prior successful experience planning work activities, providing work load Good question Harold! chine (without me knowing).
operate a variety of equipment in the construction, care and Broth and bouillon are words He used the cold delicate cycle,
direction or employee supervision
• Ability to work as effectively with others as a member of a team
maintenance of the Town’s infrastructure and a wide range of that can be used interchange- and when the suit was washed,
• Physically fit and capable of performing physically demanding work. delivery of services. able. Traditional stock is made he turned it right side out again
• Ability to take initiative and work unsupervised with vegetables, bones and li- and hung it to dry. The suit was
• Ability to communicate effectively with people both orally and in writing
The successful applicant will possess: quid; with no seasonings. Stock wrinkle free and perfect! Sub-
• Able to work a split shift (early morning shift and late afternoon to • Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent Education and/or is not a finished product and is mitted by Harold
typically added to soup and/
evening shift) Experience or sauces. Broth is the liquid Every winter I struggled
Preferred: • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License in which the bones have been with cracks around my finger-
• Current WHIMIS training and certification
• A working knowledge of and experience with commercial cleaning • Proven record of team work cooked and it is typically sea- nails, boy that smarts. Then my
soned. Broth may be served mom told me about melt paraf-
equipment • Experience in the safe operation of various types of ‘as is’ i.e. consume soup. Vege- fin wax. Here is the technique
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License equipment and vehicles table broth is the same as vege- I used, melt the wax and when
A willingness to complete and maintain WHMIS certification is a job requirement • The physical requirements to perform the work table stock. you can handle the temper-
ature, dip your hands into the
Salary as per C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement. Start date to be arranged. (by July This is a full time (40 hours per week) entry level laborer Dear Reena, wax three or four times. Let the
1, 2019).
focused position, wage based on OE987 Collective Agreement. Is it possible to renew wax dry and after 15 minutes.
For further information please contact Mr. Fred Scott, Maintenance Supervisor the look of my cutlery? Either peel the wax off of your skin. No
at 867-2754 Ext. 239 fscott@rrsd.mb.ca
For additional information you may contact the Public Works the dishwasher, or our water more cracked, sore hands. Sub-
and Operations Manager, Kevin Marcino at 204-867-0037. which has a high rust content, mitted by Meghan
Please submit a covering letter with a comprehensive resume, addressing the
or both, have it looking pretty
stated qualifications and naming three work related references to the following Resumes will be received until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May bad. Dana I used to bake breaded
by Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. 6th, 2019 at the Town Office located at 103 Main Street (Box chicken, and although it tasted
Sarah Woychyshyn
Administrative Assistant, Human Resources 426) Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0. Dear Dana, good, the bottom was always
In commercial kitchens; it wet. It took me a long time to
Rolling River School Division Email: kmoyer@minnedosa.com is very common to toss cutlery realize that if I place a greased
Box 1170
Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0
Fax: 204-867-2686 into a sink of plain old white wire rack under the chicken (on
vinegar, let soak and polish the rack): the chicken becomes
Phone: 867-2754 Fax: 867-2037 We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; with a cloth. Or cut a potato in crispy on both the top and bot-
E-Mail: swoychyshyn@rrsd.mb.ca half and sprinkle it with pow- tom. Submitted by Reena
however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Rolling River School Division thanks all applicants for their interest. dered laundry detergent, rub
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Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. onto spots, rinse and dry. Do- I run a bakery and have a
Employment is conditional upon an acceptable ing this gets rid of water and tip to share. Now a days there
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185 CENTENNIAL DR. 303 - 1ST AVE. S.W. 204 - 6TH AVE. N.W.
MINNEDOSA
ELECTRICAL
MINNEDOSA MINNEDOSA
- 1,450 sq. ft. 1 3/4 storey
C. BURTON
- 1,060 sq. ft. bi-level - 920 sq. ft. bungalow
- 3 bedrooms, 3 baths - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
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- Close to Playground - Single garage and - Extensive renovations and
huge yard.
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T he Minnedosa Beach
Enhancement Com-
mittee is gearing up to
terrible shape and hav-
ing a better playground
will attract people to the
of Mother’s day flowers,
working the Canada Day
Celebration canteen, host-
Minto-Odanah, Minnedo-
sa Christmas Dinner,
Skate the Lake, Town of
raise funds,” detailed Bu-
chanan.
The committee hopes
can play on it,” joked Bu-
chanan.
If anyone is wishing
hold their first five and 10 beach and ultimately to ing the touch a truck event, Minnedosa, Minnagro, that all fundraising will be to donate to the commit-
kilometre run, which will our town,” explained Lisa haunted house, the Colour Minnedosa Insurance Ser- completed by next year so tee, they can mail a cheque
be held on Saturday, June Buchanan, committee Run and Halloween so- vices, Minnedosa Credit that construction can be- to Minnedosa Beach En-
15th. This fundraiser is just member. The overall goal cials, working at skate the Union, Minnedosa Vet gin. “When we started this hancement Committee,
one of many the committee of the committee is to raise lake socials, and chip sales, Clinic, Home Hardware, project, we were hoping Box 2253, Minnedosa, MB
has held over the last four up to $250,000 in order to perogy sales, barbeques. Burgess Electric, Prai- five years, it’s now coming R0J 1E0 or drop it off at the
years in the overall goal of build a more appropriate Over the past four rie Redi Mix, Minnedosa up on year four. As soon Minnedosa Credit Union.
building a new playground and up to date playground. years the committee has UCT, HyLife in Neepawa, as we get sufficient fund- Watch upcoming edi-
that will be located at the “We haven’t 100% decided managed to raise $112,000. Minnedosa Legion, La- ing construction will start tions of The Minnedosa
Minnedosa Beach. on a structure yet, however “Our biggest funder has dies Auxiliary, Lisa Pear- right away. We have local Tribune for more informa-
The Committee is we have one in mind that been the Minnedosa and son, Sun Sun Restaurant, companies that are will- tion on the upcoming Val-
made up of a group of lo- includes slides, swings, District Foundation with Heritage Co-op, Monsanto ing to do the take down of ley Run.
cal moms who strongly climbing frames, disabled donations of $50,000. Other and the ‘in memory’ of the current structure and
believe that outdoor play access and other exciting large donors have includ- Bill McVey. We have also finish the landscaping as
is very important for chil- elements.” ed Flowers on Main, Mor- worked alongside the Li- soon as the new one is in
GROCERY
Lipton,Knorr soup mix assorted ...........58-166g ...... $1.25
FROZEN FOODS
FM pies assorted ...............................580g-1kg ...... $6.99
Mazola vegetable/canola oil ................................................. 2.84lt ...............$7.99 Delissio Pizza ................................................................... 581-846g ............. $5.99
GM cereal assorted...........................300-450g ...... $3.59 Cool Whip topping assorted ...................................................... 1lt ............. $2.99
Gold Peak iced tea raspberry ................................................ 1.75lt ...............$3.99 Klondike bars,Magnum ice cream assorted ...... 3x90ml ...... $4.99
Christie Oreo/Chips Ahoy/Fudgee-o assorted 287-300g ...... $2.49 Pogo original ..........................................750g ...... $6.99
Christie Crispers,Crackers,Ritz assorted ...............................175g ...............$2.49 Cavendish fries assorted .........................................................750g ............. $2.49
Royale Bathroom tissue/Tiger Towels ......... 12rl/6ea ...... $7.49 Marie callender scalloped potatoes/3meat lasagna ..... 680-879g ............. $5.99
Christie Mini Oreo,Teddy Grahams assorted ................ 180-225g ...............$2.79 NN™ ice cream sandwich vanilla/chocolate............... 24x120ml ............. $8.99
NN™ crème cookies assorted ................................................907g ...............$2.99 NN™ fudge bars/vanilla bars/assorted cream bars ...... 30x60ml ............. $8.99
NN™ chocolate chip/oatmeal cookies..................................907g ...............$3.29 GG frozen vegetables ..............................................................750g ............. $2.49
MEATS
Dare Breton,Vinta crackers assorted ........................... 225g-250g ...............$1.99
Miss Vickies chips assorted ....................................................220g ...............$2.99
NN™ party mix .......................................................................320g ...............$2.59
Minute Rice/wholegrain brown rice .............................. 1.2-1.4kg ...............$5.49
PC™ Dipp chocolate chip/caramel granola bars ......... 156-172g ...............$1.99
Quaker dipps/chewy assorted ........................................ 150-156g ...............$1.99
Minute Maid Juice boxes assorted .................................. 8x200ml ...............$2.79 NN™ blackforest ham or honey ham ...................................1.3kg ........... $10.99
Mini Wheats regular ................................................................510g ...............$4.49 PC™ meat ball swedish or sirloin beef ................................ 907gr ........... $11.99
Swiss Chalet chicken,beef pot pie ........................................ 650gr ............. $7.99
Quaker corn bran squares/Life cereal/HC cereal 375-450g .. $2.99 SQ™ shrimp ring .................................................................. 227gr ............. $5.99
NN™ large flakes/quick oats whole grain ...............................1kg ...............$2.29 NN™ regular bacon .............................................................. 500gr ............. $4.39
NN™ pancake mix old fashioned ..........................................905g ...............$1.99 Pork roast boneless................................................................................... $2.89/lb
NN™ syrup table/butter flavour ......................................... 750ml ...............$2.29 Whole chicken fresh ................................................................................. $2.99/lb
Hershey Twizzlers assorted ............................................ 350-375g ...............$3.49 Top sirloin steaks beef .............................................................................. $5.99/lb
Nestle Milkshake Rolo/Coffee Crisp ................................... 473ml ...............$2.49
PRODUCE
Tim Hortons original coffee ....................................................930g .............$17.99
Nescafe gold café barista coffee .............................................100g ...............$4.99
Tetley Tea orange pekoe ..........................................................72ea ...............$4.99
Tropicana juice original pure premium .............................. 1.65lt ...............$3.99
Kraft singles,cheez whiz assorted ..........................................450g ...............$3.99
Source Yogurt straw/fld/rasp/peach ............................... 16x100g ...............$5.99 GH sweet peppers-orange,red,yellow....................................................... 2.49/lb
PC™ shreds triple cheddar.....................................................320g ...............$5.99
Becel Margarine tub soft .........................................................454g ...............$3.29
Strawberries,Blackberries ..................................... $2.99
Potatoes PC™ Mini gems -mixed,yellow,red .............................................. $2.79
Iceberg lettuce ............................................................................................... $1.99
Cantaloupe ..................................................................................................... $2.79
Mini cucumbers 8ct,Broccoli........................................................................ $2.49
LUCKY DOLLAR
ALL PRICES ARE PLUS GST, PST & OTHER LEVIES WHERE APPLICABLE *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES
Grape Pint Tomatoes ..................................................................................... $2.29
FM Roma Tomatoes .................................................................. 3lb ............. $3.99
PC™ Mandarins ....................................................................... 3lb ............. $4.99
F O O
OPEN 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM, 7 DAYS A WEEK • 70 Main Street South, Minnedosa 867-2821
D S BAKERY
*PRICES AVAILABLE AT THE LUCKY DOLLAR IN MINNEDOSA ONLY D’Italiano bread/buns asstd ...........328-675g ...... $2.49