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The new President of the Canadian Cattle Association hails from the Parkland.
Tyler Fulton, who runs a cattle operation near Birtle, was named president of the CCA back in March.
Fulton admits his few weeks in the position have been busy, but also exciting.
"It felt like I was being thrown to the wolves a little bit when I took the position in mid-March. We were dealing with the uncertainty related to the tariffs and the trade war, and of course, all of that in the context of the federal election that was just held. So it has been a busy time."
Having served on the CCA board for the past six years, including the last few as Vice President, Fulton says it was a natural step for him to assume the President's position.
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Students from Ebb and Flow High School are set to come together to see what their futures could look like.
Darcy Malcolm, Education Director, looks forward to hosting Career Day on Wednesday. The event is for Ebb and Flow high school students and begins with an opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m.
"We have all kinds of entrepreneurs coming. We have electricians, engineers, architects," said Malcolm. "We have Manitoba Hydro coming, officers from the RCMP, the Manitoba First Nations Police Service, and so much more. It's a huge day in the community, especially for the children."
There will be presentations in classrooms and the gym, capping off with a feast for everyone in attendance.
Malcolm's hopeful students will get a good picture of what their futures could look like.
"That's what it all boils down to," continued Malcolm. "The presenters have been asking me what they should talk about and show. I want the students to want to be just like you at the end of it."
There will be door prizes for students in attendance.
Darcy also wants to praise those behind the scenes who have been working towards hosting a successful Career Day.
"I have a team of guidance counsellors and other support staff that have come together, working tirelessly to make this event successful," ended Malcolm. "There is a lot of planning and work behind the scenes that has taken place. I want to thank those individuals for all they have done."
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Dan Mazier is returning to Ottawa, and he does so with a strong mandate from voters in the Riding Mountain constituency.
Mazier grabbed over 67 per cent of the vote on Monday to defeat his closest competitor by well over 18,000 votes.
Mazier knocked on doors in all corners of the riding, and said doing so gave him a good understanding of what residents in the constituency are experiencing.
"One thing that I have really experienced and treasured the most was the stories I'm hearing, and connecting with so many constituents across this riding. We knocked on over 20,000 doors. And believe me, after you experience all of those conversations, you can not help but walk away a better person from it."
Mazier says he will continue to stand up for rural life in Canada when he returns to Parliament Hill.
"With the untapped potential that we have in this riding. Everything from the lumber that we harvest in Swan River to the pork that we export in Neepawa, to the shotgun shells that we manufacture in Carberry. The world wants our products! And I will stand up every day in the House of Commons and in Ottawa defending that and promoting that."
Terry Hayward of the Liberals was a distant second garnering 22.5 per cent of the vote, while Andy Maxwell of the NDP finished third.
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Dauphin is a special place.
There's lots to do, the people are friendly, and jobs are available. If you're thinking of retiring and you don't already live in Dauphin, it could be the perfect spot. In a recent article on World Atlas, Dauphin was named in the top seven best places to retire in the Canadian prairies.
Think about that for a moment. Of all the towns and cities in Manitoba, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, Dauphin is on the map as one of the best places to retire. From the scenic paths of Northgate Trails and the charm of Vermillion Park to the cultural pulse of the Watson Art Centre, the excitement of Credit Union Place, and the craft flavours at Obsolete Brewing Company — there's something here to delight every kind of adventurer.
David Bosiak is the Mayor of Dauphin.
"We're a favorite spot for many retirees, with a big reason being the healthcare available, and there is some affordable housing," said Bosiak. "There are plenty of multi-family options for folks moving off the farm or selling their house and moving into an apartment or condo."
Dauphin is a place where people come together to make special things happen. The 2024 Manitoba Summer Games had more than 700 volunteers. The incredibly popular Canada's National Ukrainian Festival has hundreds of volunteers.
Farmer's Markets are a massive hit in the summer, and no one ever passes up on a pierogi sale. Dauphin is the heartbeat of Manitoba, and Bosiak is a proud resident.
"We're very culturally diverse," said Bosiak. "We have quite a significant Indigenous and Metis community, it's like a blending pot of all the different folks in our community. I think it speaks well that a lot of different people with different beliefs and backgrounds get along with one another in Dauphin."
So if you're thinking of retiring, think Dauphin.
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Due to the dry conditions and increased fire risk, the Rural Municipality of Alonsa has implemented a burn ban.
Opening burning to any brush piles, grass or field fires, garbage burning, bonfires, and recreational fires (that aren't contained properly), fireworks, and recreational ATVing are prohibited until further notice.
Exceptions:
- Fires contained in approved fire pits, propane, or gas appliances are allowed, if used responsibly and monitored at all times.
Failure to comply with the burn ban can result in fines and other penalties. The RM of Alonsa will lift the ban when conditions allow.
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Cyril St. Paul's charge has gotten more serious.
Originally charged with Manslaughter in the killing of a 34-year-old man, St. Paul's charge has been elevated to Second-Degree Murder. Investigators believe there are members of the public with information that may still help the investigation. If you know anything, contact the Ste. Rose RCMP at 447-3082.
On December 15, 2024, at about 7:45 a.m., Ste. Rose RCMP responded to a shooting on Highway 278. The 34-year-old man was lying beside a truck, near the Ebb and Flow First Nation Arena, and later succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.
St. Paul remains in custody.
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The Chief and Council of the Ebb & Flow First Nation have issued a fire ban for the community.
The decision comes after the Ebb & Flow fire department responded to over 100 calls in the past few weeks due to fires.
If you see anyone deliberately setting a fire in that community, you are asked to call the Ste. Rose RCMP at 204-447-2513.
In a release issued over the weekend, Chief and council thanked the fire department fir their hard work and commitment to keeping the community safe.
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It was a busy weekend for the Dauphin Fire Department, starting with a grass fire northwest of the City of Dauphin on Friday night at 8:30.
On Saturday afternoon, just before 2:00, DFD assisted the Gilbert Plains Fire Department with a large fire in the northeast area of their municipality. During this time, the DFD was called to take care of a small rubbish fire in the City of Dauphin.
Just before 4:30 on Saturday, crews responded to a structure fire on 7th Avenue SW. Upon entering the home, the crew found the fire in the bathroom ceiling, which took three hours to extinguish. The cause is accidental and is because an exhaust fan that had been left running for an extended period. No injuries were reported, and no estimates on damages were provided.
Then on Sunday night at 9:00, crews were on the scene of a grass fire, southeast of Dauphin. They worked four hours to extinguish the blaze.
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Today is Election Day across Canada.
Marie-France Kenny, with Elections Canada, goes over the hours for voting today.
"In Manitoba, it is from 8:30 until 8:30. The best way is to look on your Voter Information Card, or go to www.elections.ca and type in your postal code."
Your Voter Information Card will list where your polling station is.
You should bring your Voter Information Card and one piece of government-issued photo ID with you in order to vote. If you do not have that, then you need to bring two pieces of ID.
Join CKDM News Now beginning at 8 pm Monday night for updates throughout the evening on the election results.
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Several Dauphinites have brought up their concerns on social media lately, asking why there are no reduced speed limits in school zones.
CKDM News spoke with Sharla Griffiths, the City Manager for the City of Dauphin
In 2012, the City of Dauphin met with representatives from Mountain View School Division (MVSD) to discuss any issues surrounding the safety of children outside of schools. At that time, changes were made, including parking, stop signs, and the school area itself.
Should MVSD have experienced any further issues, they were directed to approach the City of Dauphin; however, that has not happened.
CKDM News asked Sharla if the City could take action.
"I have seen some video of some very erratic driving in school zones, but I'm not sure a 30 kilometre an hour speed limit sign would change that kind of behaviour," said Griffiths. "From time to time, we do work with the RCMP. If we hear or see something like that, we will let the RCMP know about it and see if they plan on doing any extra patrols."
A recent video posted on Facebook showed a truck driving very fast past Mackenzie Middle School. When you're in and around school zones, Sharla asks that you keep in mind that children are around and that slowing down to a safe speed should always be a priority.
"It's the same message for everyone: all pedestrians are important, especially children around schools," ended Griffiths. "When you see a 50 kilometre an hour sign, it's a maximum, not a requirement. Drive to the conditions, and if there are people around, reduce your speed."
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The spring Smile Cookie Week begins on Monday at Dauphin's Tim Hortons restaurant.
Last spring, Dauphin was number one in the country for cookie sales, and the Watson Art Centre hopes they can repeat that feat in the coming week.
The Watson is this year's charity of choice for proceeds from the Dauphin store, and President Cam Bennett was drumming up support over the past week.
"We have been dropping off pre-order forms, if people want to pre-order their cookies. It makes it easier on the Tim Hortons staff if they know how many they need for a day. And, I believe it speeds things up when you get there as well because you have your order, it is on the list, and they have set them aside, and it should speed up your pickup. Although it surprised me how many people I talked to who said it is fun to go there and just order, right?"
Bennett says the money will go towards a final round of renovations at the facility.
"Our number one focus is to make the stage more accessible and a little safer, and more modern. And we are also looking at replacing the seats in the balcony. Because we all know that those seats have been there a long, long time as well. They are maybe not the most comfortable, but we have researched and we have found some seats that have that vintage look and will be a little wider, a little more comfortable, and maybe offer a drink holder."
You can also pre-order cookies through a link on the Watson Art Centre website.
Smile Cookie Week runs until May 4th.
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