Since the first discussions of confederation, the diverse nature of our great nation has been both a concern and an opportunity. In the very beginning, the maritime colonies debated intensely as to whether confederation was in their best interest. Newfoundland and Labrador said no and waited until 1949 to join, and had the transcontinental railway not been completed British Columbia may have ended up quite different.

On Tuesday, November 26, Niverville residents will undertake a plebiscite to decide whether retail cannabis sales should be allowed in the community. Voting will take place at the Town Administrative Office at 329 Bronstone Drive between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Residents also have the option to vote in advance at the town office on Monday, November 18. The Citizen encourages everyone to vote!

On Tuesday, November 26, Niverville residents will undertake a plebiscite to decide whether retail cannabis sales should be allowed in the community. Voting will take place at the Town Administrative Office at 329 Bronstone Drive between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Residents also have the option to vote in advance at the town office on Monday, November 18. The Citizen encourages everyone to vote!

Just like adults, kids need to stay active. The difference is that kids are usually quite willing to participate if Mom or Dad is willing to arrange it. Before driving your children to organized activities in Winnipeg, take a look at the wide range of fun programming close to home. Save the time, save the gas, and invest in your local community. 

This may not be exactly earth-shattering to acknowledge, but here goes nothing: rural residents of Western Canada really like the Conservative Party. A lot. Which is sort of like saying that winter is cold.

It’s a September evening and I’m strolling down the path at our beautiful Hespeler Park in Niverville with my husband, daughter, and mother-in-law. I get goosebumps, as I can’t help but think this is one of those “full circle” moments.