The Pas Local News Archives for 2018-07

Sam Waller Museum Organizing Two Youth Painting Workshops

The Sam Waller Museum will be having two paint workshops for tweens in August. The two workshops will take place on August 8th and on August 15th at the museum from 2-4PM and the participants will learn how to paint a picture under the direction of an artist.

 

The courses are 20 dollars a person and the workshops are open to youth aged 8-12.

The maximum number of participants is 12 and if you want more information or if you would like to sign up your child call 204-623-3802.

Aurora House International Recipe Exchange

Aurora House is having two international recipe exchanges. One on August 9th and the other on the 23rd from 12-4PM.

 

The program will provide people with information about the shelter in a non threatening manner while getting people together to exchange recipes.

 

You can register by calling 204-623-7427 and child care will be provided to those that sign up.

Childhood Vaccine Rates High In Northern Manitoba

Childhood vaccine rates here in northern Manitoba are high according the Northern Health Region.

 

Stats from the NRHA say that the rates are in the 80-95 percent range, and vary depending on age and the type of vaccine.

 

The health region says that those numbers are very good, and are quote are reflective of our strong public health and community efforts.

 

The Medical Officers of Health for the region, Doctor Randy Gesell and Doctor Michael Isaac, said that high rates of vaccine coverage provides both individual and herd immunity, which protects those in the community who are more vulnerable to infection.

 

The World Health Organization recently released statistics for 2017, saying that just over 50 percent of the world has been vaccinated for measles and rubella, and that 20 million children worldwide did not receive full immunization last year.

Northern Manitoba Landmark Burns to a Total Loss

A northern Manitoba landmark is gone following a fire. 

 

The Ponton Service Station, located at the intersection of highways six and 39, went up in flames Saturday after the fire spread from two trucks in the back parking lot. 

 

The fire was contained to the building, and water bombers were used to battle the flames. 

 

A spokesperson for Cross Lake First Nation, who owns the station, said that even though it’s heartbreaking, they will rebuild. 

 

The spokesperson said that it shouldn’t be a problem getting to the next service station in the summer months, but that they quote better build something before the winter.

Unifor Ratifies a New Contract With Canadian Kraft Paper

Members of Unifor local 1403 have voted to ratify a new three year collective agreement with the employer Canadian Kraft Paper.

 

After three months of discussion the bargaining committee secured a contract that will improve the wages and working conditions and stability for The Pas and the mill. Other changes include an improved bereavement leave for 12 hour shift workers, a 10 percent training premium, improved paramedical benefits, and increased safety equipment allowance.

 

Unifor national president Jerry Dias would like to thank the hard work of the unifor members and says that Canadian Kraft Paper is a great example of how unions, employers, and the government can work together to help rural economies thrive. He added that Canadian Kraft Paper is critical to the economy of our region.

Walk A Mile in Her Shoes Walk at Otineka

The date for this years Walk a Mile in her Shoes Walk at the Otineka Mall is September 20th. The walk is an international men’s march where men walk in high highs in an effort to stop violence against woman.  If you would like to sign up or if you need more information call Aurora House at 204-623-7427.

Traditional Drum Making Workshop Coming to The Pas Friendship Centre

There will be a two day Traditional Drum Making Workshop at The Pas Friendship Centre on the 22nd and 23rd of August. The courses run from 6:30 to 8:30PM each day and the students will be guided by traditional carver and artist Irvin Head. Head is very well known in the art community and is considered by the friendship centre to be a very knowledgeable and humble teacher.

 

The workshop fee is $45.00 and the deadline to register is August 20th. There are only 12 spaces available so be sure to sign up at the friendship centre at 81 Edwards Avenue here in The Pas.

Rotary Club of The Pas Fundraising for Shelter Kits

The Rotary Club of The Pas is raising money to purchase two shelter kits from the charity ShelterBox. The shelter kits are distributed to people in places that have been affected by natural disasters and the kits contain a tent, cooking utensils’ and other useful survival items.

 

The Rotary Club is working in conjunction with ShelterBox to buy more of their shelter kits so that more can be distributed. The kits cost $1.200 dollars and this year’s goal is to buy more than one.

 

The Rotary Club is current selling tickets for a 50/50 raffle for 10 dollars each with a goal of raising $3,000 for two shelter kits. The draw date is September 1st

Youth Traditional Camp On OCN

A Youth Traditional Camp was held at OCN’s Moose Park on July 20th. The camp was open to OCN members aged 8-17 and 14 children attended. The children learned how to make bannock bread, how to set up traps, fillet fish, and how to make fire. The goal of the camp was to encourage youth to learn traditional ways of life in a world of technology.

 

Organizer Kristen Burns would like to thank elder Louise Ballantyne for teaching the youth how to make bannock, Omar Constant for teaching the youth how to set up traps and how to fillet fish, the Opaskwayak Health Authority for sponsoring this event and the OCN Fire Department for being on site for safety measures.

 

Burns hopes to have Youth Traditional Camps every year.

Jordan's Principle Summer Carnival

There will be a Jordan’s Principle Summer Carnival at Oscar Lathlin Colligate on August 10th from 1 until 3PM. The purpose of this carnival is to give children that don’t have the opportunity to participate in carnival activities the chance to do so. There will be games, snacks, and prizes to be won and if you want more information call the Beatrice Wilson Health Centre at 204-627-7410.

 

Jordan’s Principle is a program that helps provide first nations children with the public services that they need.

The Town of The Pas Council Candidacy Information Session

The Pas Municipal election is this fall and the town will be organizing two Council Candidacy Information Sessions at The Pas Council Chambers. The first session will be held on August 23rd at 5PM and the second one will be held on September 4th at 12PM.

 

These sessions are a great opportunity for residents that are interested in running for town office to learn about the responsibilities associated with being mayor or a council member and the expectations of the roles.

 

All candidates must me at least 18 years of age, a resident of The Pas for at least 6 months, and non residents of The Pas must own property within the town limits.

If you would like to run in this year’s election call 204-627-1108.

 

The election date is October 24th.

Opaskwayak Indian Days Coming Next Month

This year’s Opaskwayak Indian Days will run from August 13th to the 19th on OCN. Barney Monias the recreation assistant for OCN and co-chair for the Opaskwayak Indian days says these festivities are important for OCN as it brings the community together and it brings in people from outside the community as well.

 

The main event this year is a canoe race and there will also be a parade, a community barbecue, and other activities. The theme for this year’s Indian Days is “We are Indigenous and Strong in 2018.”

 

If you want more information on the events call Nicole Lathlin at 204-627-7104.

Missinippi Airways Announces New Routes

Missinippi Airways is now offering flights from Grace Lake Airport in The Pas to St Andrews Airport North of Winnipeg. A free shuttle service will also be provided to transport passengers to Winnipeg from St Andrews Airport and a one way ticket from Grace Lake to St Andrews is $560. A complete schedule of flights and ticket prices can be found on Missinippi airways Facebook page or at missinippiair.ca

Clearwater Lake Provincial Park Celebrates Park Day 2018

Clearwater Lake Provincial Park Celebrated Parks Day 2018 on Saturday with a variety of fun activities for people to take part in. They had a bike and wagon parade, a sand castle building contest, a water balloon toss, and treats to enjoy.

 

Approximately 150 people attended the Parks Day celebrations this year at Clearwater Lake and Parks Day is celebrated across the country to give people the opportunity to visit provincial parks without passes to see what the parks have to offer.

New Thompson Bus Company Could Provide Service For Flin Flon and The Pas

Thompson Bus Limited was officially announced at Thompson City Hall late last week with the goal of providing transportation for both passengers and freight for Thompsonites and It has been reported that they are planning to expand their service to The Pas and Flin Flon as well.

 

Thompson Bus plans to offer limited service as of September First, with full service starting November First.

 

They don’t yet know what their schedule, routes or costs will be. For more information, or to keep up to date with the company visit Thompson Bus’s Facebook page.

 

Photo Courtesy of Facebook

The Pas Families Building A Better Community Group Receiving $50,000 Towards The Pas Spray Park

The Pas Families Building a Better Community Group has announced that they will be receiving another $50,000 from Community Places, a provincial grant.

 

Donations for the spray park have been provided by Canadian Kraft Paper, Twin Motors, and other private donors and the Manitoba Government said that if a certain amount of money was raised they would help with the long awaited project.

 

The construction on the park is expected to begin later this year near Centennial Park and the park will hopefully be operational by next summer.

The Pas Community Renewal Corporation Announces Funding For The Pas Bear Clan Patrol Chapter

Desiree Lambert from The Pas Community Renewal Corporation spoke to Arctic Radio news last Friday to announce that they have been approved for $16,708 from Manitoba’s Neighborhoods Alive Program to establish The Pas Bear Clan Patrol Chapter. The Bear Clan Patrol program began in Winnipeg in the early 1990’s and members of the Bear Clan Patrol the streets of the community to help keep the community safe.

 

Lambert says Bear Clan Patrols are a community based solution to crime prevention and community safety. The Pas Bear Clan Chapter is expected to be launched in August or September and they are still looking for volunteers that would like to join. If you would like to be a volunteer, forms can be picked up at the Town of The Pas Municipal Office or by calling 204-978-0567 or 204-623-4269.

 

The Pas Bear Clan Patrol can also be found on Facebook.

National Access Cannabis Enters a Loan Agreement with Opaskwayak Cree Nation

According to a news release from National Access Cannabis the company has entered a loan agreement with Opaskwayak Cree Nation which would see OCN lending 35 million dollars to National Access Cannabis and NAC plans to use proceeds from the loan to expand 50 to 70 cannabis retailers in Western Canada.

 

NAC CEO Mark Goliger stated in the news release that this financing will help fund the build out of their recreational cannabis retailers in Western Canada in time for retail legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada this October. OCN is expected to receive a commitment fee of $1,600,000 to $3,000,000 depending on repayment circumstances.

 

OCN Chief Christian Sinclair stated that OCN has always believed in and supported the vision of NAC and believes that this financing will allow them to build a dominant footprint of cannabis retail operations.

Public Hearing Held for The Rezoning of The Guy Hall

A public hearing was held at the The Town of The Pas Municipal Office on Wednesday night regarding the proposal to rezone the Guy Hall. The Pas mayor Jim Scott told Arctic Radio news that there is an individual in the community that has rented the space from the owners of the Catholic Church and the individual wants to change the zoning to commercial central to accommodate a retail space in the building. There were no real concerns from the public on this matter but Mayor Scott says that the entrance and exit of the Guy Halls parking lot can be hazardous.

 

The entrance and exit of the parking lot is hazardous because it is an extremely high traffic location. People that exit the parking lot and head north on Highway 10 could cause traffic to get backed up. There were no concerns from the public on this matter but the town is looking at safer options for entering and exiting the property.  

 

The town is expected to move forward with a resolution for this application at a future council meeting and if the resolution is passed a traffic study may be required at the expense of the individual that submitted the application and there would also be a change in how the property is taxed.

Deal Reached Between Canadian Kraft Paper and Unifor Local 1403

It has been reported that a tentative agreement has been reached between Canadian Kraft Paper and Unifor Local 1403 for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. No comments have been made as of now and we will keep you up to date on this story as the information comes in.

Wabowden RCMP Arrest Three and Size Cocaine

The Wabowden RCMP received a report of a possible impaired driver in a pickup truck heading North on Highway 6 last Friday. The police found the vehicle four kilometers south of provincial road 373 and saw it was driving erratically.

 

A traffic stop was put in place and one officer saw a small plastic bag thrown from the window. The officer located the bag and the contents of the bag was tested and determined to be cocaine.

 

The Pas Police Dog Services attended the scene and located another bag of cocaine near the vehicle and they also found open liquor, money, and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle and a total of 57 grams of cocaine was seized at the scene.

 

There were four occupants of the vehicle and one of the occupants was 26 year old Christopher Head of The Pas who was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, Possession of Property obtained by crime and identity theft. The vehicles Driver Allan Cromarty of Norway House and Passenger Arnold Bourassa of Thompson have been given similar charges.

 

The forth occupant of the vehicle fled the scene on foot and the police are still searching for him. The missing suspects name is not known.

Niki Ashton's MP Report

Our member of parliament Niki Ashton recently released her MP report and said that she has visited extensively throughout our region. Ashton has visited many Northern Manitoba communities to talk to residents and listen to their concerns. Her report said that keeping in touch is her top priority.

 

During her visits she heard concerns about economic uncertainly in communities like Thompson and Flin Flon, and the ongoing railway crisis in Churchill. She also heard concerns about housing, health care, education and transportation.

 

Ashton said the one common message is that many people in this region feel that they are ignored and our region deserves better.

 

Correction: An earlier version of this story had a misspelling

Opaskwayak Cree Nation and The Pas RCMP Break Up Drug Trafficking Network

On the evening of July 11thThe Opaskwayak Cree Nation and The Pas RCMP executed a Controlled Drug and Substances Act Search Warrant at a residence on Jebbs Drive on OCN. The police seized six grams of cocaine, 550 pills, money, a rifle with ammunition, and drug paraphernalia.  

 

Dallas Packo aged 26 was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, possession of property obtained by crime, careless use and unauthorized possession of a firearm, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

 

Cadance Packo aged 31 was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, possession of property obtained by crime, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and unauthorised possession of a prohibited weapon.

 

Both suspects have been remanded into custody.

 

Million Dollar Hole In One Begins Next Week

The Annual Million Dollar Hole in One is one week away. The event runs from July 24th to the 28th at the Halcrow Lake Golf and Country Club and all proceeds raised go towards the Country Club and The Pas Curling Club to help keep them in operation.

 

The qualifying rounds run from the 24th until the 27th and those that qualify can hit for the grand prize of one million dollars on the 28th.  Qualifiers will also receive some great prizes, including $25,000 off a vehicle at North Land Ford, $15,000 dollars for Northern Building Supplies, and $5,000 for Shane’s Music.

 

Early bird golf balls can still be purchased at the Halcrow Lake Golf and Country Club and a both Shane’s Music Locations until the end of this week.

 

 

9th Annual Clearwater Lake Marathon Turnout

The 9th annual Clearwater Lake Marathon was held this past Sunday. A total of eight thousand six hundred and two dollars was raised towards the rotary kids with cancer and critically ill kids. The money raised will stay local and help families to offset the costs of staying in Winnipeg if they have children in long term care.

 

The 10th annual Clearwater Lake Marathon will run on July 21st 2019 and they welcome anyone that would like to volunteer at next year’s event.

 

The full results of the marathon can be found at clearwaterlakemarathon.com

Youth Traditional Camps at Moose Park

There is going to be two Youth Traditional Camps at OCN’s Moose Park on July 19th and the 20th and today is the last day to register. The first camp on July 19th is for youth ages 8-12 and the other camp on the 20th is open to youth 13-17. They will learn how to make fires, how to catch and fillet fish, set traps, and make bannock. Participants must bring their own fishing poles, and sun protection. Lunch and supplies will be provided.

 

A consent form must be signed by a legal guardian and the forms can be picked up at the Beatrice Wilson Health Centre.

 

You can sign up by calling 204-627-7410 and the deadline is this afternoon at 4:30.

The camps will be rescheduled if the weather is bad.

A Tribe Called Red Concert A Huge Hit At GLMC

Indigenous electronic music group “A Tribe Called Red” performed at the Gordon Lathlin Memorial Centre on July 12th and event organizer Rhonda Head says it was a big success and they had a great turn out.

 

The fans in attendance had a great time and with the help of various sponsors 538 youth received tickets to attend the concert.  Some of the sponsors were Travel Manitoba, Manitoba Hydro, and Calm Air.

 

Rhonda Head would like to thank those that helped to sponsor the event.

Dumpster Fire Near Kelsey Estates

The Pas Fire Department responded to a small Dumpster fire at a back lane between Cathedral and Hogan Ave near Kelsey Estates here in The Pas late last week.

 

The page came in around 12:01 AM and the fire was put out with a compressed air foam system and the fire crews cooled the dumpster off after the fire was extinguished. The exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

OCN Summer Traditional Pow Wow

The OCN Summer Traditional Pow Wow 2018 will be running from August 11th-12th at the OCN arbor site. Some of the dance categories this year include tiny tots, teens and adults, and golden age and there will also be a neck bone eating contest and a sweat lodge.

 

There will be free camping on site and applications for canteens, booths and tables are being accepted at a rate per day. If you wish to run a canteen at the event you are required to have a safe food handling certificate.

 

If you would like more information call 204-620-8064 or 204-620-8387. Alcohol and drugs are not permitted on the grounds during the event.

NDP Starts a Petition to Urge the Federal Government To Save Greyhound Bus Routes

There is a new petition on the NDP parties’ website that is urging Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to save the greyhound bus routes. Greyhound announced recently that they would be ending operations in Western Canada and the petition states that not having these services is a problem for those that rely on bus travel for work, education and, health care and it may force people to resort to using unsafe forms of transportation.

If you rely on bus transportation you can find the petition at ndp.ca

Manitoba Liberals Demanding Funding Fairness for Rural and Northern Buses

With the announcement that Greyhound will be discontinuing operations in Western Canada Manitoba Liberals are saying the provincial and federal governments need to step up to provide support for inter city transit not just transit systems in urban centres.

 

According to a news release thousands of rural and northern residents who depend on bus service will be left stranded in their communities without intercity bus services. Liberal MLA Judy Klassen says her constituents use bus service as their primary method of transportation for medical appointments and support is needed from both levels of government because if a large company like Greyhound can’t afford to service the routes it may be hard for smaller companies to do the same.

 

Manitoba Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont says there is no clear path on where the province will invest the cash collected from Pallister’s proposed carbon tax, but a portion of the estimated 248 million dollars in net revenue could support intercity transit.

Flin Flon MLA Calling For Action Following Greyhound's Announcement.

Flin Flon’s MLA is calling for action from the Pallister Government following Greyhound’s recent announcement.

 

Tom Lindsey said that the current government has made quote deep cuts to northern and rural healthcare, and that the loss of Greyhound bus service will only make them worse.

 

Lindsey, who serves as the NDP’s labour critic, said that the Progressive Conservatives need to show leadership and make sure that rural and northern communities have access to transportation both now and in the future.

 

He added that the loss of the bus services will be compounded by the decision to privatize air ambulances.

Hudson Bay Railway Negotiations Are On Once Again

According to the Hudson Bay Railway, negotiations are once again on.

 

Sergio Sabatini, the president of HBR, told the media earlier this week that negotiations for the sale of the rail line resumed between OmniTrax and a consortium including Northern First Nations on Monday.

 

Sabatini said that they believe that an expeditious transfer of ownership is best for all concerned and that they are doing everything they can to make it happen.

 

HBR also confirmed that a request for proposal has been sent out for repairs, though they still plan on appealing the recent order to repair the line.

How To Be An Adult 101 Course

A how to be an adult 101 course is being held at The Pas Friendship Centre on August 2nd. The course is being presented by Friendship Centre Youth Coordinator Holly Lajame from 5:30PM until 7:30 PM and the overall goal of the course is to prepare those that are leaving home for the first time and to help them avoid the pitfalls associated with adulthood. Lajame says that she meet a lot of young adults that didn’t know how to care for themselves.

 

The course will cover finances including budgeting and how to write a cheque, apartment hunting, safety, education, and life hacks including tips on how to get food and how to live cheaper.

 

The course itself is free and if you want more information call 204-623-1358

Wally's Place Clearwater Lake Annual Boat Parade

The Wally’s Place Clearwater Lake Annual Boat Parade is set to take place on August 5th. The parade formation will begin at camper’s cove at 1:45 and the parade will begin at 2PM.

 

There will be a barbeque at the Clearwater Lake Hall afterwards at 4PM with smokies and coleslaw for only five dollars. Registration is free and you can register at Wally’s Place or by calling 204-624-5005.

Historic Partnership Formed Between Canadian Kraft Paper and Nekote

Last week, a historic partnership was forged between Nekote and Canadian Kraft Paper where they will form a new company called Nisokapawino Forestry Management Corporation. NFMC is expected to co mange 8.7 hectares of boreal forest while sharing responsibilities for forest management, protecting environmental values, maintaining sustainable forestry practices, and bolstering strong local economies.

 

Opaskwayak Cree Nation Chief Christian Sinclair stated in a news release that the partnership opportunities with Canadian Kraft Paper demonstrates that inherent treaty rights are reaffirmed, respected, and acknowledged by the signing of the agreement and Chemawawin Cree Nation Chief Clarence Easter stated that he was excited about the partnership and that Canadian Kraft Paper is the first company to recognize the value of working with first nations.

 

Nisokapawino is expected to be operational by July 23rd.

House Fire on Bignell Avenue

A house fire broke out on Bignell Avenue early Saturday morning. The page came in around 6AM where it was reported that the fire was in the attic space of the residence. The fire crews were able to put the fire out quickly and it was determined that the fire was started by a lighting strike. The house also sustained some water damage.

The Pas and Area Animal Shelter Beer and Bacon Run for Underachievers

The Pas and Area Animal Shelter is having a beer and bacon run for underachievers on Saturday July 28th. The event will take place behind the Roy H Johnston Arena and participants can take part in the 3K route and enjoy some beer and bacon.  Early bird registration is only 40 dollars for adults and the early bird sale ends on July 14th. A link to the registration and more information on the event can be found online at The Pas and Area Animal Shelters Facebook group.

Kasper Transportation Announces New Bus Routes Updated

Kasper Transportation has announced that they will be expanding their bus services to parts of Manitoba and Saskatchewan starting on October 31st the same day that Greyhound announced they will be ending their services in Northern Manitoba and the Prairies.

 

According to a post on their Facebook page there is expected to be a route from Winnipeg to Thompson. It has not yet been determined if there will be a bus route to The Pas but the company is considering The Pas a potential location.

 

The company is looking for local feedback from residents that depend on bus travel. To submit feedback call 807-355-1900 or 807-355-0780 or email scott@gokasper.com

 

Kasper Transportation is a bus company based in Thunder Bay, Ontario and more information about the company can be found at gokasper.com

 

Photo Courtesy of Facebook

A Tribe Called Red Coming to OCN

A tribe called red takes to the stage the Thursday Night at the GLMC. The Show Will Also include a performance with MTV Music Video Award Winner Drezus, Doors will open at 5:30 and the show starts at 6pm at the GLMC for ticket information call 204-627-7100.

Clear Water Lake Marathon

It’s almost time to lace those runners for the clear water lake marathon set for this Sunday. This year’s event will feature something new, electronic chip tracking for more accurate timing. The event Starts at 10 am at the clear water lake airport hall and will see runners through a 1k, 5k, 10k, and 21k Course. Late registration and pledge forms can be found at clear water lake marathon dot com and will be accepted till the end of the day Friday.

Greyhound Ending Bus and Freight services in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba

As of October 31, the only Greyhound bus route that will operate in B-C will be the one running from Vancouver to Seattle.The company says all other routes are being cancelled -- a decision Greyhound Canada senior vice-president Stuart Kendrick says is regretful. All bus and freight services in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba will also be axed on the same date and Kendrick says 415 employees and approximately two million consumers will be impacted. Kendrick said the decision will leave most of the affected communities with no other transportation options but the company says it had few options because a 41 per cent decline in ridership since 2010 -- as well as other factors -- make the service unsustainable.

UCN Robotics Course

The University College of the North along with the First People's Development inc will be hosting a First Nations Robotics Workshop at the college. The course is a 2 week long work shop that will cover a variety of robotics basics including designing, building and testing your own robots. The course runs from July 16th to the 28th and registration is open to everyone from 12 years of age and older.

Town of The Pas Public Hearing

Residents of the Town of The Pas are reminded that there will be a public hearing regarding the Guy Halls proposal to rezone their property at The Pas municipal office this month. The town received an application from the Guy hall to turn their building from an open space recreational zone to a commercial central zone to accomodate a potential retail space in the building.

One of the concerns raised by the town is that the entrance and exit of the building is located on a curve, which could potentially affect the flow of traffic.

 

The public hearing is set for July 18th.

Memorial Gospel Jamboree

The guy hall is going to be holding the Memorial Gospel Jamboree on July 13th and the 14th from 7-12PM and July 15th from 1-7PM. There will be singing prayers, testemonies, healing, refreshments and more. Everyone is welcome to attend and other musicians and singers are welcome as well.

Date Set for the 2018 Crafty Chicks Quilt Show

The Date for the Crafty Chicks quilt show has been set for September 29th at the MMF hall here in The Pas on the club side from 11AM to 4PM. The quilt show is in conjuction with culture days and will give people a chance to look at a  display of quilts and give quilt makers the opportunity to display their work. The show will also have a log cabin quilt challenge where you can vote on the best Log Cabin quilt. 

If you would like to have your quilt on display at the show you can drop them off on September 28th at the Metis Hall from 5-7PM. 

 

For more information call Debbie Howell at 204-620-4540

The Deal That Would Have Seen OmniTrax Sell the Hudson Bay Railway Has Fallen Apart.

The Deal That Would Have Seen OmniTrax Sell the Hudson Bay Railway Has Fallen Apart. The Denver-based corporation says that they have been working with a consortium including northern First Nations for several months on a deal, though selling the railway to the group at this point quote may not be possible. 

 

The release from OmniTrax said that the transactions, which had previously been announced by the federal government, looks to have fallen apart. 

 

The company says that the outcome is unexpected and unfortunate and that they  offer their apologies to all who depend on the line. 

 

OmniTrax recently received an order from the Canadian Transportation Agency to repair the line, though no action has been taken as of yet.

First Nations Robotics Workshop at UCN

A First Nations Robotics Workshop will be taking place at UCN The Pas Campus Boardroom from July 16th to The 27th.  The program has been held at other first nation’s communities in the past to teach participants how to build Lego robots and how to program them.

 

The students  not only learn how to build robots but they will also learn about how technology will be a big asset in their future and the importance of robots in the next 100 years.

 

If you want more information on the course or if you like to sign up call Anderson at 204-987-9570 or 204-771-0128. Registration is free

2018 Canada Day Parade Results

The winners for the 2018 Canada Day Parade are in. The winner of the best decorated float was Aseneskak Casino, The best marching group was won by The Pas Air Cadets, the best group award winner was the Lane Family, the winner of the best bike female category was Isabella Crozier and the best bike award in the male category went to Kain Bonnatyne.

 

The theme for this year’s parade was home town pride.

The Pas' Bear Clan Patrol Accepting Applications

Applications are now being accepted for The Pas Bear Clan Patrol. The Bear Clan Patrol originated in Winnipeg and their patrol was started to protect woman, children and vulnerable people on the city’s streets and the members advocate for these people in conjunction with patrolling the streets.

 

Linda Michelle a member of Winnipeg’s Bear Clan Patrol hopes that residents of The Pas will volunteer to be part of the patrol to help make their community safer. If you’re interested in joining the bear clan, application forms can be picked up at the town office at 81 Edwards Avenue. 


You can find out more about the The Pas Bear Clan Patrol on their Facebook page or by calling Michelle at 204-978-0567

 

Photo Courtesy of Facebook

MP Niki Ashton Pushing For National Indigenous Peoples Day to Be A Statutory Holiday

Our local NDP member of parliament Niki Ashton has urged the Federal Government to make National Indigenous Peoples day a statutory holiday nationwide.  Ashton told Arctic Radio news that a stat holiday will give people the opportunity for everyone to celebrate indigenous communities and culture.

 

NDP MP Georgina Jolibois has a private members bill calling on the Trudeau government to make national indigenous peoples day a stat holiday.

 

When Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was asked if National Indigenous peoples day would be made a stat holiday, Ashton said that Trudeau dodged the question and believes that he does not support making the day a stat holiday but she is hoping that he will change his mind.

 

Ashton is expected to put more pressure on the Trudeau Government on this matter once parliament is back in session this fall.

National Fishing Week

National Fishing Week is underway sponsored by the Canadian National Sport Fishing Foundation for the past 17 years.  Their Communications Director Jessica Melnick says the idea is to encourage people to get away from technology and other distractions and start or get back to fishing.  She explains this year their theme is Join the Tradition adding as you may know fishing is a long time centuries old past time here in Canada, it’s part of our heritage and they’re encouraging people to get on board and find out what all the fuss is about.

 

National Fishing Week runs from now to July 8th.  For information on how to get started fishing visit their website www.catchfishing.com.

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2024-03 | 2024-02 | 2024-01 | 2023-12 | 2023-11 | 2023-10 | 2023-09 | 2023-08 | 2023-07 | 2023-06 | 2023-05 | 2023-04 | 2023-03 | 2023-02 | 2023-01 | 2022-12 | 2022-11 | 2022-10 | 2022-09 | 2022-08 | 2022-07 | 2022-06 | 2022-05 | 2022-04 | 2022-03 | 2022-02 | 2022-01 | 2021-12 | 2021-11 | 2021-10 | 2021-09 | 2021-08 | 2021-07 | 2021-06 | 2021-05 | 2021-04 | 2021-03 | 2021-02 | 2021-01 | 2020-12 | 2020-11 | 2020-10 | 2020-09 | 2020-08 | 2020-07 | 2020-06 | 2020-05 | 2020-04 | 2020-03 | 2020-02 | 2020-01 | 2019-12 | 2019-11 | 2019-10 | 2019-09 | 2019-08 | 2019-07 | 2019-06 | 2019-05 | 2019-04 | 2019-03 | 2019-02 | 2019-01 | 2018-12 | 2018-11 | 2018-10 | 2018-09 | 2018-08 | 2018-07 | 2018-06 | 2018-05 | 2018-04 | 2018-03 | 2018-02 | 2018-01 | 2017-12 | 2017-11 | 2017-10 | 2017-09 | 2017-08 | 2017-07 | 2017-06 | 2017-05 | 2017-04 | 2017-03 | 2017-02 | 2017-01 | 2016-12 | 2016-11 | 2016-10 | 2016-09 | 2016-08 | 2016-07 | 2016-06 | 2016-05 | 2016-04 | 2016-03 | 2016-02 | 2016-01 | 2015-12 | 2015-11 | 2015-10 | 2015-09 | 2015-08 | 2015-07 | 2015-06 | 2015-05 | 2015-04 | 2015-03 | 2015-02 | 2015-01 | 2014-12 | 2014-11 | 2014-10 | 2014-09 | 2014-08 | 2014-07 | 2014-03

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