The Selkirk Comp celebrated graduation day on June 29.
Graduation smiles
Lightning strike first
The Tampa Bay Lightning defeating the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of the 2021 Stanley Cup Finals on June 28.
The Lightning earned a 5-1 victory against the Canadiens to open the best of seven series.
Tampa Bay scored the lone goal of the first period when Erik Cernak found the back of the net. The Lightning extended their lead in the second on a goal by Yanni Gourde. Montreal’s Ben Chiarot cut Tampa Bay’s lead when he scored towards the end of the second frame.
The Lightning dominated the third by scoring three unanswered goals. Nikita Kucherov scored back to back goals and Steven Stamkos scored this first of the game and his eighth of the playoffs.
The Lightning and Canadiens take to the ice in game 2 at 7 p.m. CDT on June 30
CPL Kickoff Event to Open to 2,000 Fans per Match at IG Field
Valour FC today announce the Canadian Premier League Kickoff event will now be open to a maximum of 2,000 fans per match at IG Field, which equates to six percent of the stadium’s capacity. The first match with fans in attendance will occur on July 7th with fans required to be physically distanced while in attendance.
“We are encouraged by this first step in being able to welcome fans back to IG Field,” said Wade Miller, President and CEO of the Winnipeg Football Club. “It will be great for soccer fans in our province to be able to get out and cheer on their Valour FC and the Canadian Premier League.”
Tickets will be sold on a per-match basis beginning on Monday July 5th at 10:00 am. Valour FC season ticket members will get first access to tickets for The Kickoff event matches, which are managed by the CPL and are not normal Valour FC home matches. Valour season ticket members will be the first in line to secure tickets for Valour FC matches along with special offers on double header matches.
“We are projecting that capacity will increase dramatically as vaccination rates increase in our province, with aim to have a full stadium in August,” said Miller.
Only fully vaccinated fans will be allowed to attend at this time. Fans must have received two vaccine doses and can attend matches as of 14 days following their second dose. To enter IG field, fans must present their Manitoba Immunization Card (either a digital or physical card). Fans will be placed in ‘pod seating’ physical distanced from the next group of fans and be required to purchase food along with alcoholic drinks.
Valour FC earns victory
It was a remarkable debut for Valour FC as they earned a 2-0 victory in their first match of the 2021 season on June 27.
Scoring for Valour FC was Moses Dyer and Austin Ricci.
“We had a game plan and it worked well,” said Ricci during a media conference following the game. “It’s my job and I want to score goals.”
When asked about fans not being able to be inside the stadium due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ricci said the stadium is beautiful and when he looks around at the stadium it still gives him an extra boost.
“I am excited for my future and I am grateful for the position that I am in,” Ricci said. “The sky’s the limit.
Valour FC sees action next at Investors Group Field at 6 p.m. on June 30 when they take on the HFX Wanderers FC
Community spreads joy to staff throughout Selkirk Regional Health Centre
Lisa Sigurdson and Mia Loeppky wanted to thank staff at Selkirk Regional Health Centre for being brave and courageous during the COVID-19 pandemic. After receiving a grant from #RisingYouth they decided to purchase small food items and accessories like gift certificates, nail files, body lotion and hand sanitizers and assemble 150 treat bags for staff at the hospital. In addition to the grant monies, contributions to these amazing bags were also made by local organizations like Dairy Queen Selkirk, Canalta Selkirk, Centennial School, and Ecole Selkirk Jr. High School. Each treat bag was created to express appreciation and remind staff that so many people are sending positive thoughts their way.
Lisa Sigurdson says the project was inspired by wanting to show the staff how much their community appreciates and cares about them.
“I wanted to do something for the people that take care of others every day, and who are seeing the worst of COVID up close. I know how stressed and worried I have been, so I can’t even imagine how they must feel. I believe we need to show each other kindness right now, whether it’s just letting someone know you are there for them, or a care package,” says Lisa.
Pamela McCallum, executive director of the Interlake Eastern Health Foundation says receiving handmade, heartfelt donations like this is the essence of what we stand for – we are a community and we take care of each other.
“When you support the Foundation, you are part of something very special; a community dedicated to making our region a more beautiful place to live and work. The generosity we receive from our communities is incredible, we are beyond thankful.”
To find out more about #RisingYouth community service grants please visit www.risingyouth.ca.
For more information on IEHF and how it benefits the region’s patients and residents or to make a donation, please visit www.iehf.ca or contact Pamela McCallum directly at pmccallum@ierha.ca.
Photo L-R: Courtney Vich- LPN, Roberta Baker- CTM Medicine, Michael Conway – RN, and Shelby Tetrault- LPN.
Get your shot and take a shot with Selkirk’s Superheroes in Queen’s Park
There are signs everywhere that Manitobans are getting their shots and that we’re on our way to a healthier province and – fingers crossed – a good summer vacation.
First of all, there are the green stickers folks are wearing when they leave Selkirk’s vaccination super site declaring they are doing their part to keep us all healthy and they’ve got their shot.
But the biggest signs of all are located in Queen’s Park and they celebrate kicking COVID’s butt and how our young people are doing their part too!
“We want everyone to join us in the fight against COVID,” says Vanessa Figus. Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the city.
“We want local businesses to be able to open, we want citizens to be able to enjoy summer, we want people to come visit the Marine Museum and take a dip in our pool and plan family picnics in our park. Vaccination is the path to a good summer vacation.”
We’re calling all Super Heros to the park to take their photo in the Selkirk Super Heros or the Selkirk Covid Taskforce interactive signs and show your support for all health care and front line workers who’ve gone above and beyond throughout the pandemic.
“We owe it to the health care workers and front line workers who’ve played such a big role in battling this virus and making sure we could all get milk and eggs,” Johannson said.
“But we owe it to ourselves and we want to get back to the tight-knit community we once were. Kids want to go back to school in September and parents want daycares to open to full capacity so they can go back to work. Come on Selkirk, we can do this”
The signs let you put your head through the hole and become a Super Hero or a member of the Covid Taskforce, fighting off the Coronavirus and quashing germs by wearing a mask and washing your hands. Chuck the Channel Cat is there doing his part too.
Head down to Queen’s Park, snap a pic of you and your friends or family with the Super Heros and the first 25 to tag the City of Selkirk – (@cityofselkirk) on Facebook or Instagram will get prizes, ranging from passes to the Marine Museum, boat launch, pool, T-shirts, soccer balls, hats and more. Stay safe, get vaccinated and let’s do our part make our nation healthy again.
Little Elska provides comfort to campers at Camp Stepping Stones
Every year, Camp Stepping Stones, Interlake-Eastern Regional health Authority’s children’s grief camp, provides youth who recently experienced the death of someone significant in their lives a safe environment led by compassionate volunteers, to explore their feelings of grief. Because of the pandemic, the camp has moved online this year to keep campers, staff and volunteers safe and physically distanced. For the third year in a row, we celebrate Little Elska, an Arborg-based business for donating security blankets for all the campers!
Little Elska is owned and operated by Jackie Horvat out of Arborg, Manitoba. Her business specializes in hand-made products such as personalized blankets, backpacks, stuffed animals and a wide assortment of items that can be customized for each customer in a special way, such as with a child’s name or birth-date.
“It’s so important for us to continue our yearly donation to Camp Stepping Stones, even during a pandemic. This camp is so important to those who attend, we are just thankful to be part of it” says Jackie.
Camp Stepping Stone’s volunteer liaison, Amanda Morrison says even though camp will be virtual this year, Little Elska still found a way to give the campers a special gift in their camp packages.
“The security blankets Little Elska donated will help to comfort the campers at home. This gift will also give them something to cherish and remember this year’s camp. We are so thankful for Jackie at Little Elska, her generosity and her kindness,” says Morrison.
Pamela McCallum, executive director of the Interlake Eastern Health Foundation says the donation is another great example of community giving coordinated through the Interlake Eastern Health Foundation (IEHF).
“We are so lucky to have caring and generous people like Jackie in our region,” said McCallum. “For three years, without hesitation she has supported the kids at camp by donating her amazing bears and blankets, giving the kids a sense of security and care while going through a difficult time. We cannot thank Jackie enough.”
To find out more about Little Elska and their amazing products visit https://littleelska.com/ to learn more about Camp Stepping Stones visit www.is.gd/steppingstone.
For more information on IEHF and how it benefits the region’s residents, follow them on Facebook, visit their website at https://www.iehf.ca/ or contact Pamela McCallum directly at pmccallum@ierha.ca.
Photo: Amanda Morrison, Camp Stepping Stone’s volunteer coordinator, shows off security blankets generously donated to all campers by Little Elska.
Pierce ready to lead Blue & Gold’s offense
Being named offensive coordinator for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers is a natural fit for Buck Pierce.
Full story coming soon.
Bombers GM keeping positive
Winnipeg Blue Bombers general manager Kyle Walters appears to be more than excited with the upcoming 2021 Canadian Football Season after the 2020 season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Despite the many challenges of the pandemic, Walters appears quite content with the fact the core group of players from the 2019 Grey Cup champions Winnipeg Blue Bombers are returning with the team for the 2021 season.
When asked about the possibility of repeating as Grey Cup champions a lot had to do with keeping as many players together from the 2019 championship team.
“All the guys wanted to hear about the big picture plan,” he said. “They wanted to do it as a group again.”
Walters noted that it has been about 17 months since players and coaches were together as a collective group as the pandemic dramatically disrupted the Canadian Football League.
“We do have a plan,” he said.
According to Walters, training camp, which gets underway on July 10, will be about evaluating the fitness levels of the players.
“It’s going to be revved up throughout training camp and through competition,” he noted.
I’m not in competition with other gyms, trainers
Confessions of a Fitness Trainer
It’s surprising to me how many people don’t understand the power of collaboration.
Specifically, it seems like many people who work in the health and fitness industry see other fitness professionals as their competition or a threat to their business. It’s as if they are all trying to win over the same people and gain them as clients or members.
I don’t see it that way at all.
First of all, I like to connect with other fitness professionals to learn from them. The health and fitness industry is filled with people of all different specialties and backgrounds. It would be impossible to know everything there is to know in health and fitness so learning from others who have different education or experience than me is a fantastic way to make myself a more well-rounded person who is also better able to help my current and future clients.
Secondly, until I figure out how to clone myself, I can’t physically help everyone who wants to improve their health and fitness. Furthermore, while my skill set, personality, and training philosophies are perfectly suited to some people, others may prefer a fitness professional with different methods or specialties.
Every person has unique goals and training preferences although it’s hard to believe that not everyone will appreciate my ridiculous sense of humour or eclectic musical taste. Who doesn’t enjoy their workout music to be a mix of Rick Astley and Roxette, with a sprinkling of ABBA and Wham?
Finally, the sad reality is that less than 20% of the Canadian population use the services of gyms or independent fitness professionals.
Rather than worry about how many of that 20 percent are coming to see me, I think it’s far more productive to work with other fitness professionals to increase the number of people who are willing to see any of us to help them improve their fitness.
There isn’t a person on the planet who wouldn’t benefit at some point from the guidance of a health and fitness professional. It’s therefore all about working collaboratively as an industry to encourage more people to use fitness facilities and services by providing a variety of quality options for people to experience movement and exercise in a positive way.
The more health and fitness industry professionals work together, the better it will be for the health and well-being of Canadians.
Tips of the day
*Find the gym or trainer that works for YOU (hint – you can pick more than one!)
*If you are searching for a personal trainer or instructor, consider their credentials, expertise, experience, personality, and teaching methods.
*If you are a fitness professional, spend time networking with and learning from other fitness pros.
Kathryn McKenzie – B.H.Kin, B.Ed
Certified Kinesiologist, Sport Conditioning Specialist & Personal Trainer
Author, Pizza Lover & Owner of Surefire Fitness
