Right in the centre - Making the right moves

Ken Waddell

The Neppawa Banner

The PC Manitoba government is making some definite moves. Fortunately, most of them are moves the province needs. The latest is the rise in minimum wage. They are planning a 15 cent raise per hour on Oct. 1, 2017. Following that, wages will increase at the rate of inflation and that is a good thing. We have had constant and doggedly determined minimum wage increases for years with no regard to inflation or the employer’s ability to pay.

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Presentation to introduce area parents to french language education

Kate Jackman - Atkinson

The Neepawa Banner

Neepawa-area parents interested in French education for their children will have an opportunity to learn more at an information session hosted by Ecole Jours de Plaine. Located in Laurier, about 80 km north of Neepawa, Ecole Jours de Plaine is a member of the Division Scolaire Franco-Manitobaine (DSFM) and provides education from pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.

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Event aims to make 150 count for children's mental health

Kate Jackman - Atkinson

The Neepawa Banner

Children’s mental health is an important issue for NACI Grade 12 student Kassia Hollier. A peer helper since she came to the school in Grade 10, she’s seen first hand the challenges that many students face as they navigate growing up in today’s world. Next Wednesday, she’s hosting a free family movie night to help let both parents and children know about some of the supports available.

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Sisters of the holy rock coming to Neepawa

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The Neepawa Lions Club is bringing "Sisters Of The Holy Rock" back to the Neepawa Roxy Theatre.

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STEM scholarship for Ste. Rose student

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The Neepawa Banner

On May 4, it was announced that Bailey Paziuk has been selected to receive a $100,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship to study engineering at University of Manitoba. A graduate of Ste. Rose School in Ste. Rose, MB, Paziuk, will be entering the Faculty of Engineering this fall. Paziuk was selected by Ste. Rose School for her outstanding academic and extra-curricular achievements. This is the first nominee to win a Schulich Leader Scholarship at Ste. Rose School.

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