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MFF holds treaty meeting in Dauphin
The Northwest Métis Council hosted a consultation meeting with its citizens regarding the Red River Métis Self-government Recognition and Implementation Treaty, March 4 in Dauphin.
The meeting gave Métis citizens a chance to add their input to the coming changes as a result of the Treaty, which was agreed to in July, 2021.
Read all about it in this week’s issue.
GLH does well at Ethics Bowl
Chances are, if you’re like me you‘ve never heard of an “Ethics Bowl”. At a very basic level, it’s a debate-style competition with matches in which two teams come up with their best answers to ethical dilemmas and are then scored on the quality of their answer.
A team from Goose Lake High had a decent showing at the Manitoban regionals Feb. 24 and 25.
Want to know more? Check out this week’s Review.
Nurse offers new foot care service
Happy feet are healthy feet, and that’s something most people overlook until it’s too late.
A new mobile foot care business has started in Roblin to help with that. Kristine Branconnier has opened Elite Feet Foot Care and is offering mobile foot care services in Roblin and area.
Read the rest of the story in this week’s Review.
Celebrating International Women's Day
As part of recognizing the upcoming International Women’s Day, it’s only fittng to recognize some of Roblin’s outstanding female leadership in business, trades, and other areas.
This week we recognize pharmacist Whitney Mitchell and Highways employee Krysta Taylor.
Read all about them in this week’s Review.
RES holds Science Fair
Roblin Elementary School held its annual Science Fair Feb. 22 with some 40 projects on display.
Judging the entries were teachers Kelsy Black, Haley Lefebre and Shawna Packo; principal Mark Rathgeber; and Mountain View School Division trustee Leifa Misko.
Find out who won the hardware in this week’s Review
MOR council sets indemnities
Council of the Municipality of Roblin passed three by-laws at its Feb. 28 regular meeting dealing with contracts to operate and manage the Roblin Waste Disposal Ground; for managing and caretaking the Community Centre; and providing for the remuneration of members of council and citizen appointees and volunteers.
All three by-laws were passed unanimously with Counc. Chad Jones absent from the meeting.
Want to know more? Check out this week’s council briefs.
Tea a tribute to RDCF founder
Whenever one mentions the community of Roblin to someone you just meet, chances are they would ask you if you knew Dale Yeo. He was a man who greatly influenced many students that he taught over the years and inspired many great positive changes to take place in Roblin, which have improved the quality of life for all.
It shocked everyone in Roblin to learn of his passing on December 10, 2022, and many just can’t picture the world without his presence in it.
Read the rest of the story in this week’s Review.
Meet the champ
Since age three, Pacey Wall has relied on the Health Science Centre Children’s Hospital due to intestinal failure.
Even after more than 30 surgeries and countless days in hospital, Pacey is a resilient child with a great attitude who greets everyone he meets with a smile and a wave – making him perfect for his new role as 2023 Champion Child for Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Meet the CHF’s Champion Child in this issue.
Illegal window tint can net a fine
Police pulled over a vehicle regarding illegal tint on windows. Warning issued.
Parent later called the office to discuss the warning.
Check out the facts in this week’s RCMP Report.
RES PAC seeks new members
The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) at Roblin Elementary School is looking for a few good women and men.
“We have 10 members right now but we’re losing five come June so we need to recruit desperately,” said the council’s current and outgoing chair Mary Newton.
Want to know more? Check out this week’s issue.