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As the city and surrounding municipality continues to grow, so does the need for more updated fire fighting equipment.
With that in mind, Dauphin Fire Chief Cam Abrey says they have started the process of purchasing a new pumper truck for the department.
"What we are buying is referred to as a top mount enclosed pumper, so it has enclosed seating for all of the firefighters, and will carry 1,000 gallons of water as well as a sufficient pump on it."
Abrey says it will be approximately 2 years before the truck arrives in the city.
"This is not something that you can just go to a dealership and pick out a truck on the lot. These manufacturers design a truck around your needs. So they consider the size of our municipality, the types of fires that we go to, the types of motor vehicle incidents that we go to, they also look at the water storage on the truck, the size of the pump, how many personnel can the truck carry and what other equipment it may need."
Fort Garry Fire Trucks will custom make the truck at a cost of just over $830,000, including GST.
That was the lowest of three tenders received, and Abrey says the price to have one of these pumper trucks built has gone up significantly in recent years.
"The last pumper that we purchased was in 2012 and that truck had a purchase price of approximately $380,000. So in a twelve year period, you can see that the price of a truck has more than doubled."
Once it arrives, Abrey feels the truck will be able to service the needs of Dauphin and the surroundng municipality for the next 20-25 years.
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Manitoba's finance minister says the N-D-P government's planned fuel tax holiday will apply to everyone who fills up at gas stations.
Adrien Sala was responding to Tory concerns that the temporary suspension of the 14-cent-a-litre fuel tax won't include snowmobiles, boats, or A-T-Vs.
He says no one will crack down on off-road enthusiasts for using the fuel discount, as long as they fill up at a gas station.
If his bill is passed, it would suspend the fuel tax starting on January 1st for at least six months from farm trucks, firefighting equipment, and vehicles used on roadways
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Another week means yet another court appearance for a Winnipeg man charged in connection to a drug bust in the RM of Dauphin, and another holdover in his proceedings.
In March of 2021, Mounties pulled over a vehicle on Highway 5, about ten kilometres west of Ochre River.
The driver was arrested after refusing to give a breath sample, and a search of the vehicle led to the seizure of a large variety of cannabis products, about 195 grams of cocaine, cash, and an open bottle of liquor.
32-year-old Jory Rowe appeared in a Winnipeg courtroom and had his proceedings held over once again for another week until December 5th.
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Prairie Mountain Health is looking for volunteers to help with their Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.
The program is a free service that helps low-income individuals with simple tax situations complete their income tax returns.
Volunteers need to be in good standing with the CRA for their own personal taxes and should have basic tax knowledge and experience in completing simple tax returns, as well as being able to commit a few hours a week throughout March and April.
You must also be a valid Canadian citizen 18 years of age or older, and have a valid SIN number and access to a secure computer and the internet.
Volunteers are needed in communities such as Roblin, Ste Rose, Neepawa, and Minnedosa.
To volunteer or seek more info, you are asked to call 204- 578-4812
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The Giant Novelty Cheque made the hand off today at our local Tim Hortons, giving nearly 13 thousand to the Dauphin And District community foundation is thrilled to give it back.
Darren Eddie is excited to see what this money can do for the community.
"Darren Eddie from The DDCF is ready to fund a lot of projects with this money. it builds our ability, and you can watch the new rainbow grow on our new sign and let get the numbers up there so we can support even more."
Local Tim Hortons Franchisee Greg Chrisanti is happy to give back as well.
"I can't take credit for it. It the team, it's the community coming in. Everyone who came in and picked up a cookie is making it happen."
Selling the second most cookies in the province is no small feat, but location manager Suzzy Ahuday is ready to do it all again for the next cookie campaign.
"It's a really really huge thing for us, and of course for Dauphin and the community. It's a good cause, and hopefully we'll get the number one next year when we do this fundraiser."
Over 17 thousand cookies flew out of the store and just a weeks time.
And who knows, maybe next time Dauphin will take sweet victory for the number one cookie sales in Canada.
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The annual Ethelbert Country Christmas Celebration goes on this Saturday.
Organizing committee member Angie Seminuk says it is the second year for the event.
"There are three volunteers in total. Two of us started it last year, and we now have another one helping us. It is our second year. The first year we had a phenomenal turnout because it was after COVID and the community came together very well, and we are expecting the same thing this year."
Seminuk says they have a full day of activities planned.
"We are going to have our Christmas Market during the day from 9 until 5. We have 15 home-based vendors, and we are also going to have a 50/50 and a raffle. it will be held at the Drop-In Centre with all of the proceeds going to the Ethelbert School Breakfast program. And then we will have our parade of lights beginning at 5 pm, which will go through downtown. And after the parade, everyone can meet Santa at the Drop-In Centre for their treat bags as well as sugar cookies and hot chocolate."
The day will wrap up with an evening bake sale starting at 6 pm, and chip bingo starting at 7, both at the Ethelbert Parish Hall and both sponsored by the local Ukrainian Dance group.
Anyone wanting to enter a float can do so before Friday by caallng Angie at 204-572-6209.
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The province has introduced an amendment to the Employment Standards Code and Interpretation Act that would establish September 30th as a provincial holiday for National Truth and Reconciliation Day.
The day is currently recognized as a national holiday, but approval of this amendment would allow schools and businesses that are not federally regulated to also have the day off.
In making the announcement, Premier Wab Kinew says legislating that day as a general holiday would create space for all Manitobans to come together in observation, reflection, and commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools.
The province says the proposed legislation was developed following significant consultations with indigenous leaders, residential school survivors, and key stakeholders throughout the province.
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The province is investing up to $1.46 million into nine projects prioritized from the third intake of applications under the Municipal Service Delivery Improvement Program.
The Municipality of McCreary was approved for funding to undertake a review of its waste management and recycling operations, while the RM of Alonsa will conduct a review of its waste collection and recycling programs.
The applications focused on service delivery reviews in a number of areas, including transportation, water and sewer, waste management, and recreation and culture, among others.
Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Ian Bushie says service delivery reviews ensure funding is being used efficiently and effectively by identifying cost savings and streamlining operations so that municipalities can offer improved services without having to raise taxes or reduce front-line services.
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A Dauphin man was back in court this week in relation to a death in the city from two years ago.
Cheyevve Beaulieu was charged with manslaughter following the July 2021 death of a 33-year-old man.
The victim knocked at the door of a home seeking help and was rushed to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Beaulieu had his matters adjourned until January 25th.
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The Creative Common going to be a space for people to learn new skills and pursue creative endeavors, and they're looking for partners.
At the MVSD regular board meeting last night, Martijn Van Luijn made a presentation in regards to this public developement.
"First of all, this makers space is what we consider a community place. I know its going to be membership driven, so you'll need to become a member. there's going to be fees involved, but we'll have access to low fees as well. This is going to be a place for everybody."
According to the Creative Common's Website, they're looking for a fundraising goal of $150,000, which would go towards purchasing equipment for the space.
TCC looks to offer a wide variety of skillset and tools to use, ranging from wood working, laser engraving and CNC, a recording studio, and a classroom to teach people to use these tools safely.
It's home will be located at the former Trophy corner, as space being provided generously at no rent to TCC by Steve Sobering.
Completion time is still tentitavely set for next spring, but it is not set in stone.
As well, TCC is looking for volunteers and skilled individuals, as this center will focus on a mentorship system of skilled peomple educating other with their talent.
if you want to get involved, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for all the details!
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Ste. Rose will be holding its first-ever Christmas Festival day this Saturday, highlighted by their first-ever Christmas Parade of Lights.
According to Ste. Rose Municipality Recreation Director Marie Sorlie, there is still some time to enter a float.
"The Dr. Gendreau Home community group is hosting the parade and there is still time. We are not going to say no to anyone, but we would like to have our ducks in a row - or in this case our floats in a row - for the parade before Saturday."
You can still register a float for the parade by calling Rachelle at 204-447-4389.
But Sorlie encourages you to do so before Wednesday morning at the latest so that they can have an idea as to how many floats will be participating.
"We do not have a whole lot of floats signed up, but we do have about 6-8 floats signed up. So some floats are better than no floats, and this is our first Christmas Parade of Lights so I think that starting up small works okay. As people are watching it and as years go on, I think others can fit here."
The parade will begin at 5 pm and follow the traditional Hoof and Holler Days parade route of leaving from the Community Centre and making its way down Maillard Street to Central Avenue (Ste. Rose's main street), before going down Gendreau Street.
Other events that day include a Christmas Craft Sale, a tree lighting ceremony, and opportunities to meet Santa and Mrs Claus, and the Grinch.
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