100th Anniversary Of The Straightening Of CPR Grain Elevator After
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VOL.28, NO.10 - OCTOBER 2014 Transcona’s Only Exclusive Community Paper www.bondprinting.net/views.php Transcona Museum News 100th Anniversary Of The Straightening Of CPR Grain Elevator After Major Incident To Be Recognized In October By Alanna Horejda, Curator, Transcona Historical Museum On 18 October 1913, the new CPR Grain Elevator located at the railway’s North Transcona Yard began to sink into the ground on its west side. Within the first hour, the million-bushel bin house – over three-quarters filled — had fallen over one foot, and the bridge connecting it with the work house had broken off and fallen to the ground. By the time the elevator had come to a stop, it had sunk 24 feet with the structure sitting at an angle 27 degrees off centre. This occurred approximately one month after CPR had started storing grain in the bin house. Just one year later on 17 October 1914, the bin house was once again vertical as work was completed to straighten and lift the elevator. The collapse of the CPR bin house by soil failure is widely studied by engineers around the world today. Continued on page 24 ! Extra Value Coupon Index ! 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At eight-to-12 months, your baby will become more mobile. Crawling and exploring are important to help the child learn to coordinate the use of arms, legs and eyes. Slowly, she will learn to pull herself up onto a fixed object. Now the eyes will be used together and depth perception will improve. Objects will be thrown accurately! Continue to provide toys that your child can touch, hold and see at the same time. To help with vocabulary, name objects while talking to your child. Particularly at this stage and throughout childhood, it is very important to watch for any signs of eyes crossing or turning. This warrants immediate professional attention so that it may be corrected as soon as possible. If left untreated, the eye that turns may become lazy causing the vision to become blurry in that eye. At age one-to-two years, eyehand coordination and depth perception continue to improve, and your child will be able to understand more abstract terms. Your child will begin to walk during this stage. In order to October 2014 - Page 2 improve fine motor skills and small muscle development, encourage your child to play with small objects like building blocks or puzzles. Guessing games will help him with thinking and speaking skills. Allow your child to climb and explore in safe areas. As mobility increases, riding a bicycle or riding a rocking horse, for example, will improve eyehand coordination. By age two-to-three years, your child will learn to speak in sentences and will be more aware of her environment. Reading and telling stories will help improve visualization skills and help to prepare your child to learn to read. Activities such as drawing, painting and colouring will help to develop visually-directed hand movements. Continued on page 5 Providing Insurance for your… 112 REGENT AVE. 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After completing three months of basic training, Derek trained to be a WOP/TOP/TELEOP (wireless operator/telephone operator/teletype operator). He continued training with the RAF Regiment as a signal operator and had the rank of Leading Air Craftsman (LAC). October 2014 - Page 4 Upon finishing his training, he was deployed to Jordan on a peacekeeping mission. Although the war was over, many units were still in place to ensure the peacekeeping operations of the post-war in Jordan. He spent three months patrolling the roadways, making sure they re- mained open. While in Jordan, Derek changed from being a radio signal operator to a driver. In 1952, the insurgents in Egypt tried to block the Suez Canal. Derek’s unit was sent to patrol a naval ammunition dump. Equipped with a brand new Land Rover and armoured cars, the unit would patrol during the evening to search vehi- cles for weapons. One evening, they noticed something in the distance. They drove off the road until they reached a barbed-wire fence. On the other side of the fence was a unit of the Irish Dragoons who proceeded to inform Derek and his fellows that they had just driven through a minefield. Carefully, they followed their tracks back out to the roadway. No more trips off the main road! After his tour in the Middle East, Derek returned home to England as a driver for an RAF Squadron in Northumberland. After five years in the RAF, Derek chose not to re-enlist and went back to working on the farm in England. He found that nothing had changed — there was still rationing and housing was short. Derek spent the next few years in England as a bus driver and working in the steel mills until emigrating to Canada in 1967 with his wife. Derek continues to live in Transcona. He is a Past Service Officer and valued member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #7 of Transcona. Upcoming Events — Transcona Legion Branch #7 is located at 117 Regent Avenue East in Downtown Transcona. For Upcoming Events, please check our website at www.transconalegion.ca or call the Branch at 204-222-9951. v gressing as quickly as other chil- dren of similar age, a comprehen- sive visual examination is warranted. Your optometrist can likely offer some advice as to your child’s visual prognosis or at least determine definitively whether or not some type of visual impairment is the cause of a particular delay. For the peace of mind that comes with quiet, dependable warmth and energy efficiency that can save you money, discover Comfortmaker® systems. Your Baby’s Eyes (Part Two) Annual Furnace Service Continued from page 2 This is by no means a comprehensive list of the activities and developmental stages that your child will achieve. However, monitoring your child’s progression may alert you to developmental delays should they occur. As a parent, if you feel that your child is not pro- (This is the second of a twopart article. Part One appeared in the September issue. Dr. Elisa Fiorentino is a member of Transcona Optometric Group at Transcona Optical, 212 Regent Avenue West in Downtown Transcona. For more info, call 204-224-2254 or visit www. transconaoptical.ca) v $ 69 00 plus applicable taxes Includes: Cleaning, Tune up & Inspection. Book now years pricat last Limited ti es. me offer! 204-792-2906 www.comfortec.ca SERVING TRANSCONA SINCE 2001 Please mention coupon at time of booking. Expiry November 15, 2014 September 2014 - Page 5 Park Manor Care Expansion What You Can Do To Make A Difference! Park Manor Personal Care Home, 301 Redonda Street at Kildare Avenue East, is grateful to our (Special To The Views) many supporters for their ongoing donations which have been directed to various needs of the Home and for October 2014 - Page 6 those who have already donated to our re-development. We continue to welcome gifts to our programs or a special project that will enhance the quality of life for our residents. With the recent announcement by the Minister of Health that Park Manor is approved for a new personal care home, we are now campaigning for pledges towards the project to be built on a vacant site next to our East Park Lodge. The new facility will be joined with East Park Lodge and the current Park Manor 100-bed Care Home by a connecting concourse. This new facility will have private accommodations and washrooms for each resident along with state-ofthe-art, health-care provisions such as ceiling tracks for patient lifts to help transfer non-ambulatory residents from bed to washroom. Our vision for a Campus Of Care also includes plans for a café, treatment rooms and a rehabilitation centre. There are various ways to donate: in memoriam, bequests, pledges or gifts-in-kind. All of these can be made directly through Park Manor’s business office and online through our website at www.park manor.ca ... Look for our redesigned Park Manor Care website coming soon. Park Manor Care is a proud member of the Imagine Canada Code of Ethics for planned giving and donations. We were one of the first institutions to join and become a Park Manor Personal Care Home is expanding. Construction of a new long-term care facility for 100+ residents, located at the corner of Kildare Avenue East and Redonda Street in Transcona, will begin in the next 12 months. Code Builder, and affirm our commitment to ethical fundraising. If you want to make a difference and are inspired to make a donation to our Park Manor Care expansion, we encourage you to speak with our Executive Director or Director of Development so that we can help direct your gift. We value any contribution and will steward your donation to ensure it has the greatest impact possible. To see the various ways by which you may contact Park Manor Care, go to their website contact page at www.parkmanor.ca/contact.html “To give money away is an easy matter and in any man’s power. But to decide to whom to give it, and how large, and when, and for what purpose and how, is neither in every man’s power nor an easy matter.” (Aristotle, Greek Philosopher, 384-322 BC) v FREE MARKET EVALUATION COUPON CONTACT US TODAY to find out what your home is worth, and learn about our unique marketing plan for your home! GEOFF & REGAN ARCHAMBAULT 204-997-1761 SOLD@WinnipegHomeConnection.com /winnipeghomeconnection /wpghomeconnect WINNIPEGHOMECONNECTION.COM **Not intended to solicit homes already listed with a Realtor** October 2014 - Page 7 Community Billboard Are You An Adult Needing Help With Reading & Writing? — Transcona Literacy Centre offers free, confidential assistance to adults with reading and writing, and has been helping members of our community since 1990. Skills taught: reading and reading comprehension ... writing including punctuation, structure, etc. ... document use ... and oral communication skills (Levels 0-8). We are currently running small group classes in the mornings ATTENTION: ORGANIZATIONS, SCHOOLS & SERVICE GROUPS The Transcona Views welcomes your articles and notices of coming events. We invite you to promote yourself to the residents of our community. Every month, you have the opportunity to inform your fellow citizens just how, through your activities, you are contributing to the quality of life in Transcona. Need help publicizing your fundraising efforts? Tell us about it! Need exposure to attract the public to your carnivals, concerts, dances, dinners or other activities? Just send us the details! We’re here to help you get the word out! Editorial Articles & Coming Events of interest to the community may be submitted directly to the Copy Editor via e-mail – or via postal mail, fax or hand-delivery to Bond Printing Ltd. E-mail Submissions may be sent as plain text or as an attached document (MSWord only). Submissions On Paper must be typed or printed legibly. Submitted Articles must be no longer than 500 words. All Submissions are subject to editing-and-formatting for style and to fit available space. There Is No Guarantee that articles will appear in their entirety and no guarantee that any images accompanying articles will be used. 130 Victoria Avenue West, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2C 1S5 Tel: (204) 222-7069 • Fax: (204) 222-2979 Editorial Email: transconaviews@bondprinting.net Advertising Email: transconaviews@bondprinting.net. www.bondprinting.net/views.html Transcona Salon Spa Come by and let us make you Boo-ti-ful! Purchase any Eminence Organic Skin Care products and receive a $5.00 coupon towards a facial $5.00 OFF Service with Maja, Michelle & Deanna Offer expires October 31/14. Not valid with any other offer, no cash value and coupon must be presented at time of service. #13-14 1783 Plessis Road Ph: 204-222-8266 October 2014 - Page 8 and will add evening classes beginning in early October. Instruction will take place for 3-to-15 hours maximum a week in our office located in Murdoch MacKay Collegiate at 260 Redonda Street. For more info or to enroll, call 204-2249099 or e-mail tlitc@shaw.ca ... Space is limited! Blessing Of The Animals — St. George’s Anglican Church at 321 Pandora Avenue West will hold a Blessing Of The Animals Service on Sunday October 5 at 4:00 PM. All pets whether furry, feathered, finned or scaly are welcome. ‘Discover Transcona’ Wednesday Walking Group — Looking to join a small, dedicated, outdoor walking group? This Group is continuing to walk the Transcona Trails throughout the fall. Group meets and walks every Wednesday from 1:302:30 PM. Remaining fall schedule is as follows: October 8 at George Olive Park, McMeans Avenue East & Alex Taylor Drive ... October 15 at Kilcona Park – meet in parking lot at Norris Road & McIvor Avenue ... October 22 – Transcona Trail at Hoka Street & McMeans Avenue West ... October 29 at the Transcona Community Bioreserve off Devonshire Drive ... November 5 – Transcona Trail at Day Street north of Larche Avenue East ... November 12 at Kilcona Park – meet in parking lot at Norris Road & McIvor Avenue ... November 19 – Transcona Trail at Hoka & McMeans. To register, call 204-9402114. St. Michael’s Perogy Sales — St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church at 400 Day Street holds Continued on page 10 Pet Food PHAR SYDE INC. 117 Regent Avenue West 204.222.4753 Hours: Monday to Friday – 6:00 am to 10:00 pm Saturday – 8:00 am to 10:00 pm Sunday – 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Frequent Buyers Cards Start a new one October 2014 - Page 9 *we will honor existing cards Community Billboard Continued from page 8 Perogy Sales on selected Fridays from September to June. The remainder of the fall schedule is as follows: October 10 & 24 ... November 7 & 21 ... December 5 & 12. Orders must be placed by the Tuesday preceding the Perogy Sale date. Contact person is Helen at 204-222-6544. Transcona Food Bank — Transcona Food Bank is open the 1st-and-3rd Thursdays each month from September to June (once per 132 Regent Ave. West, Winnipeg, MB R2C 1P9 The Station Phase 2 on Melrose selling fast! Show Suite Located at 216 Pandora West Hours: Wednesday 6- 8, Saturday 1-3 Only 2 Units Left Reserve your spot before they're gone! Art Kehler 204-222-0149 Jeremy Kehler 204-222-0001 Gus Miller 204-224-0078 Robert Unger 204-791-5145 Serving the community for over 46 years! This is not intended to solicit properties already listed. October 2014 - Page 10 month in July & August). The schedule for the remainder of 2014 is as follows: October 16 ... November 6 & 20 ... December 4 & 18. To receive food, you must pre-register with Winnipeg Harvest at 204-9823660 on-or-before the Friday morning prior to each Food Bank date. On Food Bank days, a Used Clothing Depot is open to the general public from 8:30-9:30 AM and food is available to Food Bank recipients from 9:30-10:30 AM. Food Bank’s location is Suthwyn Hall, Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale Avenue West. Get The Shot, Not The Flu — It is time to get immunized. Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) will hold a Flu Clinic on Wednesday-Thursday October 22 & 23 from 12:00-7:00 PM and on Friday October 24 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Canad Inns Hotel, 1415 Regent Avenue West (next to Club Regent). Vaccine will also be available at other public influenza vaccination clinics in the Winnipeg Health Region and through your regular immunization provider. For other clinic locations and dates, visit www.wrha.mb.ca or call HealthLinks at 204-788-8200. Diabetes Support Group — Will hold its next meeting on Thursday October 23 at 2:00 PM in Access Transcona at 845 Regent Avenue West. Topic will be “Falls Prevention”. No registration required. For more info, call 204-9402114 ..... To register for the next six-week session of Diabetes Education, call Access Transcona at 204-938-5555. Continued on page 12 October 2014 - Page 11 Community Billboard Continued from page 10 Diabetes & You — The Canadian Diabetes Association will hold a Public Diabetes Forum entitled “Diabetes And You” on Saturday October 25 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the RBC Convention Centre at 375 York Avenue. Cost is $30 with lunch provided. For more info and to register, call 204-925-3800 or visit www.diabetes.ca/publicforum Get Better Together! — What if there was a free, easy-to-use resource that helped you take positive steps to better cope with chronic conditions? Get Better Together! helps participants learn strategies to control pain, deal with fatigue and frustration, start a basic exercise program, handle stress and eat well to live well. Personal goal-setting and problem-solving help build con- fidence for successful self-management. This six-week program begins at Access Transcona, 845 Regent Avenue West, on Monday October 27 from 1:00-3:30 PM. Small group – limited seating available. For more info and to register, call the Wellness Institute at 204-632-3927. Also visit the program’s official website at www.getbettertogether.ca Early Morning Walking Program — The ‘Hi Neighbour’ Early Morning Walking Program has started up again. Looking for a dry place to walk now that the weather has changed? Just grab your walking shoes and your smile, and join the indoor walking fun. No fee. Call 204-938-5555 to register. Program operates until Friday May 29, 2015. Runs Monday to Friday except holidays, Christmas Break & Spring Break. Walk anytime at the following elementary schools between the hours listed: Radisson School at 1105 Winona Street from 7:00-8:00 AM (Gymnasium) ... Wayoata School at 605 Wayoata Street from 7:00-8:00 AM (Gym) ... Westview School at 600 Hoka Street from 7:30-8:15 AM (Gym & Hallway). St. Michael’s Wednesday Suppers & Bingo — St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church at 400 Day Street holds Wednesday Suppers from 5:00-7:00 PM followed by Wednesday Bingo. The Supper Menu includes perogies, sausage, coleslaw, hot dogs, popcorn and homemade desserts. After 7:00 PM, Continued on page 18 For an EASY FREE Online Home Evaluation…RUSH NOW to www.KnowWhatItsWorth.com Denise Young & Associates 204-803-6674 team@deniseyounghomes.com Top 5 Reasons to Get a Home Evaluation: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. To know how much equity you have To prepare to sell your home To make renovation decisions that make sense To refinance your mortgage or get a line of credit To utilize your mortgage to make money For more tips visit www.KnowWhatItsWorth.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DeniseYoung.Realtor Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TransconaChic Follow my blog at http://www.pegcityhomes.com/Blog Dr. Alan Grant welcomes his new associates Dr. Adelina Tan & Dr. Todd Honcharik Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 9pm Friday and Saturday 9am to 4pm Website: drgrantdental.com NEXT TO SEARS IN THE MALL October 2014 - Page 12 Regent & Bond 138 Regent Ave. W. Phone 204 222 3221 Regent & Plessis 4-801 Regent Ave. Phone 204 940 6552 Plessis & Devonshire 401 - 1750 Plessis Rd. Phone 204 940 6550 October 2014 - Page 13 Reenders & Lag./59 60-11 Reenders Dr. Phone 204 949 2610 Season #3 For Transcona Railer Express Is Underway — With Training Camp & The Preseason behind them, Transcona Railer Express have begun their 2014-15 Season (their third) in the Manitoba Major Junior Hockey League (MMJHL) with high hopes for greater success this season. The level of ex- perience and confidence has grown immensely from our first season in 2012-13. Our program has gained recognition and this year, players were contacting our Club looking to play in Transcona. Training camp opened September 2. The Preseason Evaluation Tournament on the September 5-7 RGC Plumbing & Mechanical “Your Total Plumbing Contractor” Have a New High Efficiency Furnace Installed & START SAVING MONEY • 10 years parts & labour • free estimates • hydro financing available 204-415-3512 For available services visit www.rgcplumbingandmechanical.com October 2014 - Page 14 weekend saw some spirited action with the Fort Garry/Fort Rouge Twins, Seven Oaks Raiders, St. Vital Victorias and the St. Boniface Riels competing with our Railer Express. The Express won their two contests, walloping the 2013-14 league finalists, the Riels, 7-3 as veteran Stephane Catellier and rookie Alex Jepsen scored twice each while Ryan Kotchon led the way with a couple against the Vics and Matt Gardner sealed that game with the shootout winner. The Railer Express closed out their preseason schedule, sweeping the Stonewall Jets in a pair of games: 10-1 and 5-1. Jepsen notched five points in the first game. During preseason, Express players were active volunteering in the Intro To Hockey programs operated by the Transcona Minor Hockey Association (TMHA) and East End Community Club. In the accompanying photograph, a Railer Express player shows a young Transcona lad the finer points of stickhandling. (Photo Courtesy Railer Express Facebook Page) Upcoming regular-season home games for the Railer Express: Thursday October 2 at 7:15 PM against the Twins ... Tuesday October 14 at 7:15 PM against the Riels ... and Sunday November 2 at 2:00 PM against the Jets. All games will be played in Ed Golding Memorial Arena at East End Community Centre, 517 Pandora Avenue East. (For more info on the Railer Express, visit www.transconarailerexpress.ca ... To keep abreast of action in the MMJHL, visit www.mmjhl.ca) v j{xxÄxÜ FUNERAL H OME 1800 DAY STREET We are Transcona's only Funeral Home locally owned and operated with over 20 year's experience… you can expect us to provide you and your loved ones with affordable rates and the most professional service. Our Funeral Home offers many ways to honor your loved ones. We offer Complete Funeral Planning Services to accommodate your family’s wishes and traditions: Traditional Funeral, Immediate Cremation, Cremation with Memorial, Granite and Bronze Monuments. NO HIDDEN COSTS • Cremation - No Service $1195 + GST • Memorial Service $2200 + GST • Traditional Burial $3300 + GST CEMETERY & CREMATORIUM We provide you and your loved ones professional service without all the high costs. CEMETERY LOCATED AT 884 SYMINGTON ROAD S. Immediate Cremation Services Include: Removal from the place of death, basic cremation container, cremation process, and all legal documentation. Cremation with Memorial Service Includes: Removal from place of death, basic cremation container, cremation process, memorial book, service at church or chapel, memorial cards, thank you cards, all legal documentation. Reception Centre including coffee, tea and juice. Funeral cars available. Traditional Services Include: Removal from place of death, casket, viewing, prayer services, legal documentation, memorial book, thank you cards and memorial cards. Reception Centre including coffee, tea and juice. Funeral coach and clergy car. Limousine available. We prepare all the details for the benefits you're entitled to in the cases of... • CPP Death & Survivor • Veteran's Affairs • Manitoba Public Insurance • Victims of Crime and all other Government Agencies & Life Insurance Companies • Traditional Burial Plot $1130 + GST Plot preparation $ 700 + GST • Companion Cremation Plot Plot preparation $ 640 + GST $ 295 + GST • Niche for cremation $1450 + GST Engraving included General Manager Chad Wheeler is available for you, 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Please call us at 204.224.1525 wheelerfuneralhome@shaw.ca 204.222.6677 www.wheelerfuneral.com Serving and Supporting the Transcona Community • Serving all Denominations October 2014 - Page 15 Rebekahs News Rebekahs Invite The Public To Learn About Their Organization & The Worthy Causes They Support Confidence Rebekah Lodge #40 of Transcona will hold an Open Meeting on Thursday October 16 at 7:30 PM in Moroz Hall upstairs at Transcona Legion, 117 Regent Avenue East. This will be an opportunity for members of the general public in Transcona (especially ladies), who have been wondering what the Rebekahs are all about, to come and visit and ask lots of questions. By Joan Garner Not only can you learn about Confidence Lodge #40, but we have several members who are also knowledgeable on the Provincial & International Levels of our fraternal/service organization. We welcome all visitors and would welcome new members to our Lodge, but please be assured that there will be no obligation imposed upon you to join if that is not your desire. October 2014 - Page 16 Information will also be available regarding Confidence #40’s Girls Club, Letitia Theta Rho #1, if you know any girls who might be interested in joining. Theta Rho Clubs are the junior order of the Daughters of Rebekah (aka International Association of Rebekah Assemblies) and are open to young females ages 8-to18 depending on jurisdiction. The Rebekahs are a branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fel- lows (IOOF). It was initially designed as the female auxiliary of the IOOF, but now allows both female and male members. Although it is one of the units of the IOOF, women need not be related to an Odd Fellow to be a member of the Rebekahs. As long as she meets the moral, ethical and age requirements for admission, any woman may join. In most jurisdictions, women aged 16-or-18 years old and above can join a Rebekah Lodge. The Daughters of Rebekah organization has been in existence for 163 years. Provincial Fall Seminar Comes To Transcona — Confidence #40 has been asked to host this year’s Fall Seminar to be held Saturday October 18 at 9:00 AM in Park City West Community Centre at 115 Sanford Fleming Road. Cost is $35 for lunch and dinner. Continental Breakfast is available for ‘early birds’ and out-of-town members for an added small fee. Registration forms are available online or by calling Dorothy Mann at 204256-1028. This is an informal gathering of members of Odd Fellow & Rebekah Lodges from across Manitoba where we can get updates on projects undertaken by the Order while enjoying fun and fellowship. As this event is usually held in a rural area, this will be an opportunity for members who are unable to travel to attend right in our own backyard. Craft Sale Aids Eye Foundation — The Odd Fellow & Rebekah Memorial Eye Foundation will hold its Annual Craft Sale on Saturday October 25 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Odd Fellows Hall in Stonewall. Tables have been rented to some unique crafters and there will be lunch available for purchase. Those pies are worth the trip! Last year, $40,000 was donated to Portage la Prairie Hospital to enable them to do Cataract Surgery. We are now considering requests from the “Wish List” of various hospital Ophthalmology departments for our next donation for Vision Care in Manitoba. Your support helps make wishes come true. (For more info about Confidence #40 and its activities, or to become a member of the Lodge or its Letitia Theta Rho Girls Club, call any of the following: Terry Leah at 204-668-6905, Christine Harrison at 204-224-8408 or Joan Garner at 204-222-6136.) v 201 Regent Ave. W., Winnipeg, MB R2C 1R3 Phone: (204) 224-1760 Winnipeg’s No. 1 Saw Shop October 2014 - Page 17 Expiry: November 28, 2014 Communion, Hospital Visits & Prayers For Healing available by re- Community Billboard Continued from page 12 quest ... St. George’s provides a serv- ice for residents of Park Manor the canteen is open during Bingo serving drinks and snacks. For more info on Bingo & Suppers, call 204222-7801. St. George’s Anglican Church News — Adult Ed Movie Nights resume at Rev. Helen’s at 6:30 PM on alternate Friday Nights (October 10 & 24). For more info, contact the Church Office ... Anglican Church Women (ACW) meet the third Wednesday each month downstairs at 1:15 PM (October 15) ... Men’s Fellowship usually held last Saturday each month downstairs with breakfast at 9:00 AM (October 25) ... Located at 321 Pandora Avenue West, St. George’s gathers for a Eucharist Service including Children’s Sunday School on Sundays at 10:30 AM — also a Contemplative Eucharistic Service on Mondays (except holidays) at 7:00 PM. Home Personal Care Home on the second Wednesday each month at 9:45 AM. More volunteers to assist with this service are urgently needed ... To vol- unteer or for more info about our scent-free Church and its activities, Family Strengthening Mental Wellness — Support Group for family members living with someone who has a mental illness. Meets first Wednesday each month from 1:30-3:30 PM in Access River East at 975 Henderson Highway. For more info, call 204-253-9641. visit www.stgeorgesanglicantrans cona.ca or call the Church Office at Seniors Bulletin Board ringer Newsletter (includes archives). October Is Seniors & Elders Month — Watch for special activities throughout Winnipeg. Last-Minute Reminder Of Healthy Heart Health Fair —- Will be held Thursday October 2 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Kildonan Place Shopping Centre, courtesy of Transcona Council for Seniors (TCS). This year, the theme is “Good Health Adds Life To Years” 204-222-1942 ... Links on our website for our Facebook Page and Bell- Klinic Counselling — Klinic Free Community Drop-In Counselling Program at Access Transcona, 845 Regent Avenue West, Tuesdays from 12:00-7:00 PM. Free first-come/first-seen counselling service for anyone ages 13+ experiencing any problem. Includes one-time and short-term counselling service. For more info and to check in advance for any schedule changes, call 204-784-4067 or visit www.klinic.mb.ca Family Hair Salon Hours: Mon 9:30-8 Tues 10-8 • Wed 10-8 Thurs 10-8 • Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-4 We now have the Moroccan Oil Product Line, Nevo, and Verb Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Halloween from the Staff at Hairisons 204-222-(HAIR) 4247 UNIT 1 – 1171 KILDARE EVE. EAST October 2014 - Page 18 Optometrist Dr. Alison McMechan • • • • • • Comprehensive Eye Examinations Contact Lens Fitting and Training Glaucoma and Cataract Evaluation Digital Retinal Photography A Wide Selection of Eyewear Direct Billing to Blue Cross, GWL, Sunlife and more Hours: Tues. Wed. & Fri. 9 AM to 5 PM Thursday 9 AM to 6 PM Saturday 9 AM to 3 PM Reenders Square Eye Centre 50 - 11 Reenders Drive, Winnipeg, Manitoba R2C 5K5 or visit rseyecentre.ca Phone: (204) 421-9429 and the health-related focus is on the “Healthy Heart”. There will be 50+ booths bringing health-and-safety information, as well as exercise and many entertaining activities. The Fair is free and open to people of all ages who would like information on health-related topics and how to maximize their living. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. Vision Impaired Group —Support Group will meet Tuesday October 7 from 1:00-2:30 PM in Devonshire House at 75 Kildonan Green Drive. For Seniors who have difficulty with their eyesight and who might enjoy getting together once a month for discussion of topics of mutual interest regarding loss of sight. To register or for more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. Scottish Country Dancing — Weekly dancing on Thursdays at 1:00 PM in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West resumes Thursday October 9. For more info, call Joyce Cormack at 204-224-2291 or just come out and join the fun. Tai Chi For Seniors — Mondays at 10:00 AM beginning October 20 in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. Flapjack Breakfast To Raise Funds For TCS — A special Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast for Transcona Council for Seniors (TCS) will be held Saturday October 25 from 8:00-10:00 AM at Applebee’s (Crossroads), 1598 Regent Avenue West. Cost is $10 and tickets can be obtained from Colleen at 204-222-9879. Hard Of Hearing Support Group — Will meet Monday October 27 at 1:00 PM in Abundant Life Church at 1396 Plessis Road. Come learn how to maximize the hearing you do have. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. Dinner Discussions — Will be held Wednesday October 29 at 3:30 PM in Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale Avenue West. Learn ways to maintain your health and independence. Register and stay for supper (if you wish) by calling 204-222-5947. Roaring ‘20s Health Fair — Will be held Thursday October 30 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Good Neighbours Active Living Centre Continued on page 21 ELECT Jerry Sodomlak School Trustee River East Transcona School Division • Married 35 years, 3 daughters and 3 grandsons • Lifelong Transcona resident • 32 years in education as a teacher and principal • Involved in Community Sport and Organizations • President of the new Transcona Major Junior Hockey Club • Volunteer at Transcona Foodbank My career experience and personal values stress the importance of: ✔ working collaboratively with others ✔ listening carefully to the needs of those within the system and the community to make informed decisions for the division as a whole ✔ open communication. Share decisions back to all stakeholders ✔ being available & responsive to questions/issues from the community For further inquiries please contact Jerry at 204-999-1409 or jsodomlak@mts.net VOTE on October 22 ✔ Jerry Sodomlak ELECT School Trustee River East Transcona School Division October 2014 - Page 19 Saving For School Beyond RESPs – Options To Help What You’re Saving Match What You’ll Need By Darryl B. Horeczy, Consultant, Investors Group You Want The Best For Your Child — For plenty of powerful reasons, a college or university education is one of the best things you can do to give your child a great start in life. There’s the increased earning potential: The average university graduate earns almost twice as much as someone with a high school diploma. There’s the increased opportunity for employment: Sevenout-of-10 jobs now require a post-secondary education and having a degree or diploma is bound to become even more important in the future. RESPs Are The First Choice — Contribute to a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child. For the vast majority of Cana- dians, an RESP is the most effective way to create an education fund that grows to offset the future cost of education. However, when was the last time you checked to see how much of the total education bill your RESP will actually cover? Here are some sobering facts about the dramatically escalating cost of a post-secondary education: a) On average, undergraduate tuition fees have almost tripled since 1990-91. A student attending a fulltime college or university program today can expect to pay an average of $4,500 a year in tuition alone. b) Add books, supplies, transportation and other living expenses, and university students living at home spend an average of $4,500 CALLA COUGHLAN LAW Barristers, Solicitors & Notary Publics 314 Bond Street, Winnipeg, MB R2C 2L5 callacoughlanlaw.info • Wills & Estates *Wills starting at $250 Last Will & Testament, Power of Attorney • Real Estate *$299 pus disbursements & taxes Sale, Purchase, Refinance • Family Law MAIN OFFICE REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT Phone: 204-415-2071 Fax: 204-415-2144 Email: info@callacoughlanlaw.ca Phone: 204-414-9497 Fax: 204-415-2144 Email realestate@callacoughlanlaw.ca October 2014 - Page 20 on non-educational items while students living away from home spend an average of $8,160 on non-educational items. c) The cost of mandatory supplies and equipment for college and trade schools varies, and can be between $50 and $5,000. d) Schools are increasing fees for programs that may offer a larger financial payback upon graduation such as law, medicine, engineering and dentistry. e) Nearly 50% of Canadian college and university graduates leave school owing money for their education with college graduates owing about $13,000 and university graduates almost $20,000. f) It is estimated that by 2025, the total cost of four years of undergraduate education away from home may be between $75,000 and $100,000. Beyond RESPs: More Tax-Efficient Saving Strategies — All this means is you need every advantage you can get when saving to help your children pay for a post-secondary education. To avoid burdening your children with huge student loans or the extra stress of a parttime job during the school year, consider investment strategies that can deliver important savings such as Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs), Insurance, Tax-Advantaged Mutual Funds, Monthly Income Portfolios and Age 40 Trusts. When the time comes, you want your children to be able to afford the college or university program of their choice, to follow the career they want and to obtain the earning power they desire. We can help you make the best RESP and “beyond RESP” investment choices for your life and theirs. (Article abridged from original. For full details, contact your Investors Group consultant.) v Seniors Bulletin Board Continued from page 19 at 720 Henderson Highway. Includes lunch for purchase, interactive information booths, entertainment and more. An Outreach Flu Clinic will be offered as well. For more info, call 204-9402114. Alzheimer’s Caregivers Group — Will meet Wednesday Novem- ber 5 from 10:00–11:30 AM at Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale Avenue West. Caregivers meet in Knox Lounge. Group is peer-led. Caregivers share challenges and victories of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease. Provides valuable support when you feel alone with your situation or overwhelmed by challenges of caregiving. Alzheimer’s Clients meet in Yale Hall for games, socializing, chair exercises and refreshments with volunteer nurse and recreation facilitator. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. SMART Exercises For Seniors —The S.M.A.R.T. (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Exercise Program is offered on Mondays & Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30 AM at All Saints If you plan on helping a child or grandchild pursue a post-secondary education, I can help you establish an RESP and receive a 20% Canada Education Savings Grant on your annual contribution.† Call us to find out how The Plan™ can help you prosper now… and over time. ™Trademarks owned by IGM Financial Inc. and licensed to its subsidiary corporations. † Subject to certain limitations. The Canada Education Savings Grant is provided by Human Resources and Social Development Canada. MP1134 (02/2008) October 2014 - Page 21 Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1500 Day Street. You may join in at any time during the program. For more info, call Richard Howell at 204338-6929. Stroke Recovery Group — The “In Your Prime” Peer Support Group meets the second Monday each month (September to June) from 1:00-3:00 PM in Access Transcona at 845 Regent Avenue West. For more info, call Facilitator Anne Manitowich at 204-669-3264. To register, call Access Transcona at 204-938-5555 ... Also visit the Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba (SAM) website at www.strokerecovery.ca Seniors Line Dancing — Held Mondays at 1:00 PM in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Continued on page 22 DARRYL B. HORECZY Consultant Phone:204-222-1700 Ext. 4216 Cell: 204-990-2779 Toll Free: 855-459-9744 darryl.horeczy@investorsgroup.com www.investorsgroup.com/en/darryl.horeczy/home Now located at: 200-1605 Regent Ave West Winnipeg, Manitoba R2C 3B3 Seniors Bulletin Board Continued from page 21 Whittier Avenue West. Presented by Transcona Council for Seniors (TCS). Come out and join the fun. The 55+ Dining Experience — Offers home-cooked meals with entertainment and prizes three days per week at Transcona Memorial United Church (TMUC), 209 Yale Avenue West. Open to everyone 55+. Served Mondays & Wednesdays at 4:30 PM and Fridays at 12:00 Noon. Meals include roast beef, roast pork, ham, scalloped potatoes, chicken, soups and desserts. To hear what the menu is for any given day, call 204-222-5947. Copies of menus can be e-mailed or pick up a copy at TMUC. For meal reservations, call 204-222-5947 anytime before 8:00 AM of the day you wish to attend. Each time you dine, you will receive a ballot to enter for a prize. New Evening Art Group For Seniors — Open to all 55+ and meets in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West on Mondays at 7:00 PM. Come and express yourself. For more info, call Colleen at 204-2229879. Yoga Relaxation & Stress Re- duction For Seniors — Held Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in Transcona Memorial United Church at 209 Yale Avenue West. For those 55+. Wonderful way to increase your balance, gain strength and stretch as well as learning to relax and listen to EASTEND MEATS & SAUSAGE your body. There is a $6 drop-in fee. For more info and to register, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. Zumba Gold For Seniors — Zumba Gold & Toning is held Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00 AM in Oxford Heights Community Centre at 359 Dowling Avenue East. A $5 drop-in fee is collected. Join the fun with Tammy. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. Join The TRCO To Enjoy A Variety Of Activities — Are you 55+ and looking for a wonderful place to socialize? Why not consider a membership in the Transcona Retired Citizens Organization (TRCO) at 328 Whittier Avenue West this fall? They offer numerous daytime-andevening activities such as darts, bridge, bingo, card games and dancing. ‘Soup & Sandwich’ Tuesdays Continued on page 27 HOURS: Sunday 12:00 - 4:00. Monday Closed Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 - 6:00 (Nat-Al Ltd.) Taste the Quality…Taste the Difference le Homesty JERKYies 10 Variet Check Our In-Store Specials PET TREATS Sm o ke d & R aw BBQ SPICES & R U BS KUB BREAD 123 Regent Avenue East (Beside the Transcona Legion) 204-222-4888 October 2014 - Page 22 US AT EASTEND MEATS TRANSCONA C R E M AT I O N & C E M E T E R Y S E R V I C E S Some of our highlights are: • N.E Winnipeg’s largest chapel and reception centre that will accommodate 450 people. • Large parking lot for 150 vehicles & Modern accessible facilities • Webcasting of funerals – Secure viewing of your loved one’s funeral anywhere in the world Large Chapel Ask about our Best Price Guarantee! Reception Centre Spacious Foyer Shawn Arnason, Darin Hoffman, Pat Potenza and John Gigliotti and families invite you to come and have coffee with them as you review their well appointed and spacious funeral chapel and reception centre. In keeping with the Mosaic tradition we are proud to present our newest facility where you will be treated to warm and comforting surroundings. Our new facility boasts a similar feel to our Inkster location and we have expanded our size to serve you better. Ph. 204-275-5555 • Competitive pricing all services and merchandise available • Darin and Shawn share over 50 Years of experience in all aspects of Funeral, Cremation and Cemetery services. • Prearrangements – we honor all funeral home prearrangements; please bring in your paperwork to explore your options in transfers. It is in your best interest to bring your prearrangements in for us to review to ensure that you receive the best possible pricing and service. Purchasing everything at a cemetery/ funeral home combo location might be convenient but may result in you paying higher prices. 24/7 Compassion & Accessibility 1839 Inkster Blvd. (corner of Inkster Blvd. & Keewatin St.) New: 1006 Nairn Ave. (corner of Keenleyside St. and Nairn Ave). BUSINESS HOURS: 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, WEEKENDS AND EVENING BY APPOINTMENT “CARING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE” October 2014 - Page 23 Truly Remarkable — Vintage photo showing the Transcona (CPR) Grain Elevator bin house at a severe angle following soil collapse on its west side. (The inset shows the elevator and site in pristine condition.) The machinery and cupola at the top of the bin house smashed to the ground and were wrecked. The crash was akin to an explosion – the sound could be heard for a great distance. The 20,000-ton bin house was filled with about 875,000 bushels of wheat which had to removed before the structure could be righted. Incredibly, the work house (at right) was not se- riously affected except for some cracks in its north shed wall. However, its foundation had to be fortified before the straightening of the bin house could take place. This entire event (collapse and straightening) is still studied in engineering circles around the world today. “Remarkable” is a word used often to describe it. Case studies have been written about it. The Internet is full of references to it. One such case study can be found as a PDF document on the Canadian Geotechnical Society website (include the spaces when you type this into your browser): www.cgs.ca/pdf/110928 Introduction and papers.pdf ... Please note that due to the large size of the files used for this document, it may take a short while to load completely in your browser. (Views File Photo) 100th Anniversary Of The Straightening Of CPR Grain Elevator After Major Incident To Be Recognized In October Continued from page 1 To acknowledge the 100th Anniversary of the straightening of the Transcona Grain Elevator, Transcona Historical Museum has created a YouTube Video in which we Happy Thanksgiving to your family, friends, and neighbours speak to experts and go inside the el- evator to see how it was done. Check it out on our YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/ transconamu- seum ... The video will be uploaded by about mid-October. Birthday Parties At The Mu- seum — Transcona Museum is now offering Birthday Parties. We are offering six exciting party themes for chil- dren of any age. Each party includes an opportunity to visit and explore the Museum ... games, crafts and activi- MLA for Transcona Constituency Office 3-549 Regent Ave. W. R2C 1R9 204-222-0040 Putt ing C om m unit y Fir s t E-Mail: darylreidmla@shaw.ca October 2014 - Page 24 ties based on the chosen theme ... a special gift for the birthday child ... and each guest will leave with a small gift from the Museum as well. Parties can be booked any day of the week. Costs start as little as $48 plus GST (Mu- seum members receive a 10% dis- count). For more information, visit our website at www.transconamuseum .mb.ca or call us at 204-222-0423. School Programs — Transcona Museum offers Manitoba curriculumbased programs that can be booked by teachers, educators and groups of all ages either on-site or we will come to you! The programs that we offer are: “Digging History”, “Our Commu- nity”, “Bugs & Bloomers”, “Up In The Air” and “Serving King & Country: Transcona’s Hometown Heroes”. All of the programs can be modified for closed for the Thanksgiving Long Weekend from October 11-13. We will also be closed on Saturday October 18. Please note this schedule is based on info known as of Views Deadline and that hours and days closed can be subject to change at any time. Our website is updated immediately when changes are made. Contact Info — Transcona Mu- seum is located at 141 Regent Av- older or younger groups. See Contact Info at end of article for various ways to contact us for more info. Walking Tours — Before the snow falls, don’t forget about our Walking Tours. We offer a Historical Walking Tour of the Downtown Transcona area as well as a new Mural Tour. All of our programs (in- cluding school programs and walking tours) require booking in advance with a donation of $25 or $1 per person, whichever is greater. Contact us for details. Halloween At Transcona Mu- seum — From October 24-31, we will have a spooky Halloween exhibit set up on display at the Museum. Stop by on October 25 & 26th — we are hold- ing Halloween Crafts Fun. Try your hand at making something spooky. Don’t forget to include the Museum when you go trick-or-treating on the 31st — we will have candy here for all. Museum Operating Hours — Transcona Museum is open to the general public on Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Wednesday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. (Open on Mondays for appointments only.) We will be October 2014 - Page 25 enue West at Bond Street in Downtown Transcona. For more info on services and activities, call 204-222-0423 or e-mail info@ transconamuseum.mb.ca ... Visit our Website at www.transconamuseum.mb.ca ... Links to our Facebook Page, Instagram Feed, Twitter Feed and YouTube Channel can be found on our Website Home Page. v Gardens Of Delight Winners Announced From The Annual Show & Competition By Domia Derkach October is a time for reflection on the gardening year that was as you prepare for the year ahead. Gardeners will tell you that gardening is a year-round hobby with only a few weeks of a slowdown during the winter months. Exhibitors will agree that the extra time spent on gardening is the secret to their success at the winner’s table. This was never more evident than at the Transcona Garden Club’s Annual Show & Competition at Kildonan Place Shopping Centre in August. The winners were announced and presented with their rewards at the Annual Awards Night in September. Here are some of this year’s Garden Club winners: The Show Grand Aggregate Award for most points in the overall competition went to Bev Hooper. She successfully defended her 2013 title. The Junior Grand Aggregate Award was presented to Harrison Osmond-Beach who garnered a total of 40 points in all of the Junior Classes. He also received Rosettes for his Marigolds and for his Hand- Made Greeting Card. The Joseph Paulicelli Memorial Award was given to Domia Derkach for Best Bouquet of Cut Flowers. Aggregate Award Winners — Betty Thiessen (Dahlias/Glads & Crafts) ... Bev Hooper (Cut Flow- ers & Arrangements) ... Colleen Comeau (Photography) ... Domia Derkach (Fruits & Potted Plants) ... Isobelle Coldwell (Roses) ... Joyce Hudson (Home Cooking) ... Walter Manulak (Vegetables). Rosettes For Best In Class — Betty Thiessen (Lap Quilt) ... Bev Hooper (Arrangement) ... Colleen If you are considering buying or selling a home call me first! Comeau (Photo) ... Deb Boudreau (Potted Plant) ... Domia Derkach (Apples) ... Isobelle Coldwell (Rose) ... Joyce Hudson (Fudge) ... Lorene Schipper (Asters) ... Tracy Therliault (Lily) ... Valeries Denesiuk (Squash). Next Club Meeting — Will con- cern planning and planting this year for next year’s blooms. Tulips, maybe? Or Daffodils or Crocus, etc.? Tulips, for example, come in many different colours, sizes and shapes. But any combination of October 2014 - Page 26 these will add a bright spot to your garden very early in spring. This same area can later be planted with some colourful annuals making good double use of the same space. Thus, the subject for the next meeting is entitled “Planting Bulbs For Spring Blooms”. The meeting will be held Wednesday October 15 at 7:00 PM in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West. Refreshments will be served and everyone is welcome. At this time, we are looking for ideas for new programs. New ideas are always welcome. Garden Club Fundraiser — A Perogy Sale will be held in October during the week prior to Thanksgiving: Potato & Cheese at $5 a dozen and Sauerkraut at $7 per dozen. Advance orders by telephone: Call Pat at 204-224-3859 or Anne at 204-224-2535. Transcona Junior Garden Club — Message To All Junior Gardeners: You and your friends are invited to the next Junior Club Meeting on Saturday October 4 at 2:00 PM in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West. Club Leaders are planning an interesting program for you, so do not miss this meeting. Call your Leaders if you have any questions. Final Note – A Garlic Tip! — Try planting your garlic in the fall and it will come up in the spring when it is ready. You will get better results and it does bloom as well (white) Seniors Bulletin Board Continued from page 22 are a huge hit and a fun time to meet up with friends – with no cooking! Games Night on Saturdays from 7:00-10:00 PM is also popular. For more info, call 204-222-8473. Seniors Art Group — Meets Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West. Free class. Leader en- Continued on page 29 October 2014 - Page 27 with an interesting seed head. Usually used as a seasoning, garlic can also be roasted and eaten as a vegetable. Some call garlic a “stinking rose” which is good for you. (For more info about Transcona Garden Club and its activities, or to inquire about the benefits of Club Membership, call 204-222-0236.) v Report From Parliament Businesses Large & Small Play Important Role In The Economic Success Of Our Community There have been many exciting new investments in ElmwoodTranscona this year, and I have been By Lawrence Toet, M.P., Elmwood-Transcona thrilled to see first-hand the significant impact large-and-small businesses have on the prosperity of our community. Last month, I was pleased to at- tend the Grand Opening of the CN Rail National Training Centre in Transcona. Winnipeg is the hub of CN Rail’s transcontinental network and this major investment is great news for our local economy here in Transcona. This state-of-the-art training centre features a new-and- improved, company-wide training program for both its current and future workforce. ing The 100,000 square-foot traincentre is located at the Transcona Shops, 550 Pandora Avenue East. It will be able to accommodate approximately 350 CN students from across Canada every week and provide hands-on training for all key railway jobs. It is clear that large industry leaders like CN Rail play a major role in boosting our local economies. Sig- nificant investments such as this one create opportunity for greater innovation, skills, productivity and global competitiveness — all of which are vital to long-term economic growth in Canada. Small Business Week takes place every year during the third full week of October. We recognize the key role that small businesses and entrepreneurs play in the economies of our communities. That is why our Government continues with its commitment to creating a better business October 2014 - Page 28 environment for small business en- trepreneurs to create jobs and growth for all Canadians. Small busi- ness entrepreneurs are the unsung heroes of our communities, and they are one of the driving forces making Canada an economic leader on the world stage today and leading into the future. Canada’s small businesses cur- rently employ 70% of the private- sector workforce which is almost eight-million Canadians. That’s why our Government has introduced numerous measures since 2006 to support small business growth in- cluding the temporary hiring credit and the Employment Insurance (EI) rate freeze. In total, small businesses have seen their taxes reduced by 34 percent since 2006. Helping small businesses in our community to continue to grow and thrive is essential to Canada’s con- tinued economic prosperity which is why our Government recently intro- duced the Small Business Job Credit. It will lower small busi- dian economy, and we will continue to support and encourage growth in this important sector. If my office can be of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us at 204-984-2499 or by e-mail: Lawrence.Toet@parl.gc.ca Seniors Bulletin Board Continued from page 27 courages everyone who loves art to bring their supplies and work together. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879. CARP (Canadian Association for the 45-Plus) — East CARP Chapter #53 meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 1:30 PM at Elmwood Legion Branch #9, 920 Nairn Avenue. Entrance at the front — proceed downstairs. Free parking at the back. Members and non- members welcome. Guest speakers on various informative issues. 50/50 draw. For more info, call John Plischke at 204-272-3981. Continuity Care Support Group — Meets the first Thursday each month (September to June) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon in Access River East at 975 Henderson Highway. “Senior Parent To Parent” is a support group for older parents with a son or daughter or sibling with an intellectual disability. Group provides support with information, advice, comfort and fellowship. Join them for coffee, shared stories and speakers on topics of interest. For more info, call Suzanne Swanton at Continuity Care Inc. at 204-779-1679 or visit www.con tinuitycare.ca TCS Exercise Program — Fridays at 11:00 AM in Transcona Memorial United Church at 209 Yale Avenue West. Free of charge. Open Continued on page 30 nesses’ payroll taxes by 15% over the next two years, saving them roughly $550 million that they can reinvest in their businesses and use to hire more employees. Businesses will not have to apply for the Small Business Job Credit as it will be automatically administered by the Canada Revenue Agency which will determine eligibility and calculate the amount of the credit. Once calculated, the credit will be applied against any outstand- ing debt and then the remaining amount, if any, will be refunded to the small business. Our Government values the contribution of small busi- nesses to the success of the Cana- Publisher: Bond Printing Ltd. Copy Editor: Robin Chase Distributed free of charge to the Transcona community on-or-about the first day of each month. Deadlines For November 2014 Issue: Editorial Copy Deadline: Tuesday, October 7 Display Advertising Deadline: Tuesday, October 14 For Display Advertising Information, call Greg Romance at 204-222-7069. 130 Victoria Avenue West, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2C 1S5 Tel: (204) 222-7069 • Fax: (204) 222-2979 Editorial Email: transconaviews@bondprinting.net Advertising Email: transconaviews@bondprinting.net. www.bondprinting.net/views.html October 2014 - Page 29 Seniors Bulletin Board Continued from page 29 to anyone 55+. Trained peer leader. Exercises help with balance and flexibility. For more info, call Colleen at 204-222-9879 or simply drop in to try it out. Moving Forward — Do you find yourself alone after the loss of your spouse, and want to establish new social networks and new opportunities for personal growth? The Moving Forward Support Group meets the third Friday each month from 1:30-3:30 PM in Access River East at 975 Henderson Highway. Regis- tration required. For more info and to register, call 204-940-2114. Play Whist Or Cribbage — Fridays at 1:30 PM in Transcona Retired Citizens Centre at 328 Whittier Avenue West. Everyone 55+ welcome. Simply come out and join the fun. A&O Free Counselling Service — A&O offers Free Individual Counselling with an A&O Counsellor. For appointment, call 204-9566440 ... For a full range of services provided by A&O in Manitoba, visit www.ageopportunity.mb.ca Healthy Aging Resource Team Clinics — With nurse and occupational therapist at Access Transcona, 845 Regent Avenue West. For more info or to make an appointment, call 204-940-2114. Homebound Library Service — The Homebound Library Service is for individuals who are unable to visit a Winnipeg Public Library location due to illness, infirmity or disability and have no one to access the Library on their behalf. Library materials are delivered to the homes of such individuals by volunteers. To apply for the Homebound Library Service (or to volunteer as a delivery person), contact the Outreach Library Assistant at 204-986-5530. Info Referral & ERIK Kits — For Information Referral and Distribution of ERIK Kits, call Colleen Tackaberry, Resource Coordinator, Transcona Council for Seniors (TCS), at 204-222-9879. 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Call today (204) 661-5335, or visit www.winnipegdanceforce.com. Monday to Thursday 8 am to 9 pm Friday and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Dr. Alan Grant Dr. Adelina Tan Dr. Todd Honcharik Website: drgrantdental.com NEXT TO SEARS IN THE MALL October 2014 - Page 30 Business & Professional D I R E C T O R Y Effective Treatment and Rehabilation KON TIKI DENTAL CENTER Dr. Terry Wong Dr. Nancy Auyeung 212C Regent Ave. W. • Mon - n Sports injuries n Neck pain n Whiplash n Low back pain n Slipped disc n Headaches n Tennis elbow n Foot pain - custom orthotics Thurs: 8:30 am to 5:00 p.m. Fri: 8:30 am to 4:00 p.m. n Rotator cuff injury Phone: 204-222-4238 Dr. Curtis Possia 705 Regent Ave. W. Winnipeg, MB R2C 1S2 Ask us how we can help with your loose dentures! Lindsay Broschuk PH: (204) 222-1571 Comprehensive Family Dental Care New Patients Welcome! 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