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Mountainview School Division has launched its annual online pre-budget survey.
Residents are encouraged to take a few minutes to fill out the survey, which can be found on the school division's website, and share their priorities for the next budget.
The survey is usually accompanied by in-person budget consultation meetings across the division, but those meetings will not take place this year due to poor attendance in the past, making this survey the only way you can have input into MVSD's budget for 2025-26.
An information video also accompanies the online survey.
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A pack of unstamped cigarettes led to the arrest of two people in a Russell traffic stop.
On December 3, Russell RCMP initiated this traffic stop, and the unmarked cigarettes prompted a further search.
Illegal drugs, trafficking materials, and paraphernalia were discovered, leading to the arrest of Both occupants, 46-year-old Steven Jarvis, and a 36-year-old female passenger.
During that process, the officer observed the male trying to destroy evidence.
Jarvis was charged with Trafficking, Possession of a Substance for the Purpose, and Resisting/Obstruct a Peace Officer, the female was charged with 2 counts of Trafficking
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It's Tractor Lotto season here in the Parkland.
On December 15 at 4:00, draws will begin with the grand prize being $100,000. As is the case every year, if you're looking to get a three-pack, there's no time to delay.
"Everyone is talking about those and we're running low," said Christian Laughland, Director of Business Operations. "If you're looking to get one, now is the time."
If you like to purchase your tickets in person, there will be a few chances this weekend as Darnell Duff will be live on location beginning at noon on Friday from the Grandview Home Hardware and again on Saturday from 11-4 at the lobby inside Credit Union Place.
Volunteers will be on location from Obsolete Brewing from 1-5 on Sunday afternoon.
Ticket Prices:
Single Ticket - $100
Three-Pack - $250
Single 50/50 - $20
5-Pack 50/50 - $50
Supplementary Draw (Two Zero Turn Lawn Mowers) - $20
The 50/50 is closing in on $40,000.
You can also head to TractorLotto.com or call 1-877-585-4647.
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In Today's Edition of Put Your Money Where Your House Is, We're looking at a group that delegates a lot of local funding.
Kit Daley with the Dauphin And District Community Foundation is always very proud of the donations the organization receives.
Through smart investment, both in the community and in savings, DDCF will continue to put hundreds of thousands of dollars right back into the city.
"Every gift we receive makes a difference forever. it will stay in our community and it will generate funds that are distributed to support local charitable needs. so really, every donation counts and every gift will last forever"
The DDCF has put millions of dollars back into Dauphin and will continue to do so with the support of the community.
With everyone from business owners, organizations, and just average people contributing, Putting Your Money Where Your House Is can build great things locally.
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Dauphin's 8th Avenue Hall will play host this Sunday to the 5th Tapestry Holiday Bash.
Set for 1 to 4 pm on Sunday, the event is an inclusive celebration of the region's multiculturism and diversity, according to Tatiana Kovalchuk with Regional Connections.
"You can expect to meet people from different cultures, groups and individuals who reside in our region. It is a great way to learn more about different cultures and to show newcomers our support. At the heart of the celebration is going to be food, dance and music."
A total of seven cultures and countries will be profiled during the event.
"Morroccan, Ukrainian, Nigerian, Indian - like South and North India, Indigenous groups, and the Phillipines. Food samples and cultural learning will be provided by local individuals and groups. And entertainment will be provided by local performers and professional groups."
The event goes from 1-4 on Sunday and admission is free, although there will be a silver collection at the door.
The Dauphin Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation is one of the major partners in the event, and Executive Director Amanda Novak thanks the many volunteerst that help put this event on every year.
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A new location and expanded services are coming to the Neepawa Salvation Army thanks to a grant through Concentra and EQ Bank's.
The two groups award an "Empowering Your Community" grant to credit unions that apply on behalf of initiatives that improve mental health, housing, indigenous resurgence, or food security.
Stride Credit Union, which has a branch in the community, applied for and received a $10,000 grant through this program, which will go towards the Salvation Army's plan to relocate to a larger, street-front space in Neepawa.
The relocation will also allow them to expand their essential services by adding.a new grocery-style food bank that improves access and dignity for clients, to a Community Kitchen that will teach valuable food literacy skills.
Since 2011, the grant program has awarded over $2 million to credit unions, significantly impacting communities across Canada.
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For our listeners out in Rossburn, this evening's Festival of Cheer has been postponed due to the weather.
All events, including the parade, will be taking place a week from now, on December 11th instead.
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Construction of a new city-owned child care centre is slated to begin next year, and the facility now has a name even before shovels hit the ground.
Prairie Park Place was chosen through a collaborative public campaign and was approved by city council.
The facility, which will have space for up to 120 children, will be located next to Maamawi Park.
In a post on their social media accounts, the city says the name is inspied by the natural beauty of prairie landscapes, and reflects the community's warmth, connection, and vibrancy.
They city thanks everyone who submitted suggestions and took part in the provess of naming this new facility.
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Manitoba is readying up to address the upcoming Tariffs from US trade.
During the State of the Province speech, Premier Wab Kinew announced Tuesday that the Province will open a permanent trade office in Washington.
The announcement comes just a week after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25 percent tariff on all products entering his country from Canada and Mexico.
Other provinces, such as Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia, already have full-time representation in the U.S. capital.
With nearly half of Manitoba's exports going to the US, the Premier suggests this presence is crucial moving forward.
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Joe Houston is a Local Business owner, who's very familiar with Putting your Money Where Your House Is.
He notes that doing so creates a lot of positive feedback.
"I think you only need to look at places like the boards of the local rink to see how many small businesses and operators in our community are dedicated to supporting sports, leisure, recreation, and other volunteer aspects of our community in a pretty serious way."
And he's also aware of what happens to businesses without the community's support.
"When we look at the disappearance of small businesses in communities, and we see them shutting down, one of the secondary effects of that is less willingness to try from up-and-coming entrepreneurs."
Houston notes that small business ownership is no easy feat, but is well fostered by Dauphin.
"We see some amazing business openings in Dauphin every year and it continues to happen because Dauphin continues to come out in support. We don't guarantee that will keep happening without that continued support"
Putting your Money Where your house is keeps businesses around, and provides the many shops and services we see in Dauphin, and across The Parkland.
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Tourism plays an important role in Manitoba's Economy, especially in Dauphin.
According to a release from Tourism Manitoba, 2023 set record numbers, with 10.4 million visitors who spent a record $1.82 billion throughout the province.
Tourism Manitoba notes that Many international visitors are looking for authentic Indigenous tourism experiences, and this has led to more than a doubling of local indigenous businesses.
2019 had 81 Indigenous businesses on the books, and 2023 had about 170 Indigenous businesses.
This is the first time since 2019 that Manitoba has seen this tourism boom, a positive sign the industry is moving beyond recovery to growth.
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