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Singing and Dancing this Easter

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Henry Ozirney
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Henry Ozirney was the founding pastor of New Life Church in Stonewall Man.,, where he served from 1970 until he retired in 2014. Ozirney is currently the Interim Pastor at New Life Church in Teulon, Man. He writes a weekly column for the Selkirk Settler Times. (Brook Jones/Selkirk Settler Times)

Over a 20 times now since 1986, I have been to Jerusalem and visited the Garden Tomb where many scholars believe the body of Jesus was buried and from where He rose again on that first Easter Sunday morning. It is awe inspiring to walk into that empty tomb and see the place where Jesus Christ once lay dead.

John Van Der Hoeven tells how that one day, a young man who came to the Garden Tomb and listened as the tour guide was explaining its significance. The guide started first with Skull Hill, (Golgotha) where Jesus had been crucified and died for the sins of the world. Then he led them to the tomb and stated that it was empty because Jesus had risen to life and now lives forevermore. The young man listened in amazement and then said, “Mister, if what you say is true, there should be singing and dancing at this site every day of the year!”

            I agree. If Jesus rose from the dead as the scripture declares, there should be singing and dancing every day of the year! Or, at least, on Easter Sunday.

            Ben Patterson, writing in Leadership magazine, tells how a number of years ago missionaries went to a primitive tribe in the jungles of East Asia and showed them the Jesus film. The Jesus film is a reenactment of the story of Christ as told in the four gospels of the Bible. Not only had these people never heard of Jesus, they had never even seen a motion picture before. The missionaries came in with portable generators and movie projectors and these primitive people were able to watch the entire life of Jesus.

            As the movie began, the people were glued to the screen, amazed as they watched this Good Man feeding the hungry, healing the sick, caring for the needy and preaching the Gospel. But then the movie came to the last week of His life and in horror, they watched as this wonderful man was arrested, tried and condemned to die. When He was mocked, spat upon, had his beard pulled out and whipped, they became increasingly agitated. They stood up and began to shout at the cruel men on the screen, demanding that this outrage stop.

            When nothing happened, they attacked the missionary running the projector. Perhaps he was responsible for this travesty of justice! He had to stop the film and explain to them that the story wasn’t over yet; that there was more. So, they settled back onto the ground, holding their emotions in tenous check.

            Then came the crucifixion of Christ. Again, the people could not hold back. They began to weep and wail with such loud grief that once again the film had to be stopped. The missionary again tried to calm them, explaining that the story wasn’t over, that there was more. So they composed themselves and sat down to see what happened next.

            Then came the resurrection. Pandemonium broke out this time but for a different reason. The gathering had spontaneously erupted into a party. The noise was now of jubilation and it was deafening. The people were dancing and slapping each other on the back. Christ had risen from the dead and that was good news! The missionary had to stop the projector again, but for a good reason: the ensuing celebration.

            Easter is this Sunday. How excited and happy are you in anticipation of that event? Will you be dancing and slapping your friends on the back?

Or will you simply see it as an overdue long weekend for you? Will it be a chance, if the weather’s nice, to clean up the back yard? Go for a Sunday afternoon drive?

            I hope you’ll be singing and dancing.

Maple Leafs edge Jets in shootout victory

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Brook Jones
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The Winnipeg Jets play host to the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs at BellMTS Place in Winnipeg, Man., on Friday, April 2, 2021. (Brook Jones/Selkirk Settler Times/St. Paul Press & Springfield Times)

The Winnipeg Jets continue to chase the Toronto Maple Leafs in the North Division standings of the National Hockey League.

The first place Maple Leafs moved another point further away from the second place Jets during their title at BellMTS Place as the Maple Leafs earned a shootout victory on April 2.

The Maple Leafs boast a record 24-10-3 for 51 points, whereas the Jets have a record of 22-13-3 for 47 points. Toronto has one-game in hand.

The Jets see action next when they face off against the visiting Ottawa Senators at BellMTS Place on April 5.

Remember road safety this Easter long weekend

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Submitted by Manitoba Public Insurance

With expected higher than normal traffic volumes this Easter long weekend, Manitoba Public Insurance is putting out a call of action to drivers to place additional focus on road safety.

On average over the Easter long weekend, one person is killed on a Manitoba public roadway over the three-day holiday, while another 67 people are injured in collisions.

Safety Tips which could save a life:

  • Don’t drive impaired. Both drugs and alcohol can affect a person’s ability to drive. On average, 25 people in Manitoba are killed yearly due to impaired driving.
  • Buckle up! A person is nearly 50 times more likely to be killed and four times more likely to be seriously injured when not wearing a seatbelt.
  • Don’t text and drive. On average, 28 people are killed yearly in Manitoba in a distracted driving collision
  • Speed kills.  On average, 20 people are killed yearly in Manitoba in a speed-related collision

Interlake Eastern Health Foundation’s Five Dollar Club donates $17,500 to programs, services around the region

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Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority staff contributed $17,500 to nine organisations that benefit patients and residents from across the region.

The Five Dollar Club is the RHA’s staff-led, corporate giving program where staff voluntarily contribute five dollars to Interlake Eastern Health Foundation through payroll deductions, and then collectively decide where to donate the money. Nine programs benefitted from the generosity of staff, and below is a snapshot of each donation.

Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba receives $4,000

Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba is a charitable organization dedicated to helping school children learn, grow, and succeed by supporting breakfast, snack, and lunch programs. They’re unique because they’re based in Manitoba and all of the funds raised stay here, reaching children in regions across the province.“These programs help address an immediate need for nutrition support in our schools and communities, as well as work towards a brighter future for Manitoba students by ensuring all students have an equal opportunity to learn in the classroom and at home,” Wendy Bloomfield, Chair,Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba.

Photo: Janelle Wotton, Community Dietitian & Strategic Initiatives Manager

Selkirk Regional Health Centre (family birthing unit) receives $2,651 for a new breast pump

Currently the family birthing unit only has one breast pump.When there are multiple mothers in care, another pump would be well utilized.The family birthing unit at Selkirk Regional Health Centreis the obstetrical referral site for all low-risk prenatal women in the Interlake-Eastern region, averaging 350 to 400 births per year.Jamie Brown CRN in the family birthing says the staff are very grateful for this donation from the club.“This new breast pump will enable us to further promote breastfeeding initiatives and assist new moms to provide nourishment to their newborn by enhancing milk production.We are so grateful for this gift to the family birthing unit!”

Photo: L-R: Morgan Chaye (Family Birthing Unit assistant), Jamie Brown (FBU CRN)andDr. Margaret Speer (Obstetrical lead).

Selkirk Regional Health Centre palliative care program receives $1,000 for a new sleep chair

These funds will be used in conjunction with other donations to purchase a comfortable chair that converts to a bed for family or caregivers that stay overnight with an end of life patient.Susan Gunderson, the club member recommended the sleep chair after having a friend spend time in the palliative care unit.“In Juneof2020 a friend of mine spent nights sleeping in the palliative care room with her husband.When he passed, she said it would be nice if the palliative care room had a comfortable bed for family members who are staying during long periods of time with their loved ones.”Susan added “I enjoy being a member of The Five Dollar Club because the donations go towards equipment or items within the RHA or organizations that are chosen by the members.”

Photo: Krug Sleep Chair.

Community Living Interlake receives $2,000 for a new bed mat

Community Living Interlake supports Individuals who live with intellectual disabilities. They work with the community to ensure people live meaningful lives in a fully integrated community. Jimm Simon from Community Living Interlake says the donation will be used to purchase a new bed mat for their shower.“We have a level entry shower with a shower bed and a Hoyer lift in our facility that we use for some of our individuals and that we also make available to public health for occasional use of individuals they care for. Your donation will be a very much appreciated upgrade to the well-worn bed mat we currently use.“

Photo L-R: Community Living Interlake’s Sara Precourt, Tracy Fidler ,Ryan Doyle and Janice Kowerko,and seated Eden Zdebiak holding the cheque

Nova House receives $1,000 for programming

Nova House is an emergency and transitional shelter for women and children experiencing domestic or family violence. They offer24-hour, seven-days-a-week accommodations to help support and empower women.Executive director of Nova House Viktoria Westgate says they are grateful to receive another donation from the club.“We are so grateful to The Five Dollar Club for thinking of us again this year and providing us this great donation.We have been working on an amazing transformation of our backyard, that will continue in the spring.This money will help us with some finishing touches including enhancing our garden area.The families staying in the shelter will be able to create some great flower and vegetable gardens that they will be able to nurture over the summer.”

Photo:Nova House staff

Selkirk Food Bank receives $2,000

The Selkirk Food bank supports community members by nourishing individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Food banks and other charities are being faced with unprecedented need due to the pandemic.An anonymous Five Dollar Club member says that the club’s contributions have a positive effect on our communities.“The contributions made by members of the Five Dollar Club help support programs that benefit the health and wellness of Interlake-Eastern residents and have a positive effect on our communities.”Photo

L-R: Selkirk Food Bank’s Jack Bird, Rob Robinson,Darlene Zuke, Rose Lavallee and Catherine Moore.

Manitoba Possible receives $1,500

Manitoba Possible believes an inclusive and accessible society is possible. That’s why they work together to eliminate barriers to full and equal participation. Manitoba Possible provides programs and services throughout the province.Manitoba Possible Coordinator Diana Simpson would like to sincerely thank members of The Five Dollar Club for this donation.“Manitoba Possible wants to sincerely thank the club for their generous donation. Donations allow Manitoba Possible to continue our work towards making Interlake communities more inclusive and accessible for all.

”Photo L-R:Manitoba Possible’s Dana Erickson CEO & Lindsey Cooke Director, Provincial Service

Beausejour Community Kitchen receives $2,500

Beausejour Community Kitchen provides meals for those experiencing food insecurity in the Beausejour/Brokenhead area.Brenda Mousseauof the Beausejour Community Kitchen is so grateful for the donation and tells us that packaging food for the community is their largest expense right now.“Thank you so much for your generous donation! Your contribution has helped us purchase packaging tosend out our 70 plus meals a day to people who require extra help from our program.Our numbers have grown from 13 people the first day, on April 21, 2020 to between 70-80 per day,four days a week, and packaging is our largest expense.”

Photo: BeausejourCommunity Kitchen volunteer Clarissa Bagne

Sunnywood Manor residents receive $700 for the purchase of a new laptop

The facility’s current laptop is 10years old and residents have a hard time seeing and hearing their loved ones during visits. Brenda Rose-Wiebe, RN, BN and Clinical Team Manager at Sunnywood Manor says the laptop will be well used and is greatly appreciated.“Receiving a new laptop for resident use is fantastic. It enables individual and group use for all residents, allowing them to stay updated and in touch with current events, music and videos, as well as being able to provide a larger screen for virtual visits with family.”

You’ve already got everything you need for a good workout

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Kathryn McKenzie
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Photo of a medicine ball. (Submitted Photo by Cory Aronec Photography)

Confessions of a Fitness Trainer

Fitness centres spend thousands and thousands of dollars to equip their spaces with an assortment of machines and tools for their members to use. The pandemic created high demand for training tools to be purchased for at-home use. In fact, there was such a shortage of dumbbells  last year that opportunists began selling their used ones on-line for up to 10 times their original retail price. 

While dumbbells, machines, medicine balls, and other functional training tools can all be very useful to add variety and intensity to your workouts, they are simply tools and not the most vital pieces of equipment. 

The most important piece of equipment costs nothing to acquire and is already in your possession – it’s you. The human body is the most amazing and intricate piece of machinery ever created. By moving your body in different ways, at different speeds, from different positions, and in different movement sequences, you can improve any facet of your physical fitness. 

For example, to improve your cardiovascular fitness: walk, run, hop, jump, or do any variety of movements that elevate your heart rate.

In order to become more flexible and mobile, try performing a variety of static stretches (the ones that you hold), dynamic stretches (the kind of stretch you move through), or yoga.

Balance can also be enhanced simply by maintaining stability in a variety of body positions. Test out the difference in stability you feel when standing with your feet wide apart compared to having your feet glued together.  If that seems simple, try brushing your teeth while standing on one leg. 

Furthermore, there are also hundreds of exercises you can do to also increase your muscular endurance (imagine doing 100 pushups) and muscular strength (imagine doing just a few 1-arm pushups).

If you are lucky enough to have access to a gym or possess fitness equipment, by all means, continue to use those tools. They can keep things interesting. Just remember that if you don’t have any equipment at your disposal for your next workout, all you need is you. 

Tips of the day

  • These are just general suggestions – please seek advice for your individual needs from a certified fitness professional. 
  • If you have equipment available to you – great! These tools can be fun to use and very effective when used correctly.
  • Keep it fun…remember, it shouldn’t always feel like a chore to exercise. Find a type of movement that you enjoy.

Kathryn McKenzie – B.H.Kin, B.Ed / Certified Kinesiologist, Sport Conditioning Specialist & Personal Trainer & Author, Speaker & Owner of Surefire Fitness Phone: 204-802-3131

He Heals The Broken Hearted

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Henry Ozirney
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Henry Ozirney was the founding pastor of New Life Church in Stonewall Man.,, where he served from 1970 until he retired in 2014. Ozirney is currently the Interim Pastor at New Life Church in Teulon, Man. He writes a weekly column for the Selkirk Settler Times. (Brook Jones/Selkirk Settler Times)

In my final year of high school, I “fell in love with” a girl by the name of Beverly and dated her for several months. Looking back, I’m not too sure I would call it “love” today; probably more like an infatuation, I would say.

Anyways, I recall phoning her after I bought my first car – a 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, four door sedan, six cylinder motor – and inviting her out for a drive. I should have told her it was a used car (about 10 years old at the time) because of the way her face fell when she took her first look at it! I guess she had been expecting me to drive in with a brand new shiny 1965 Mustang or something like that. (The Mustangs had just come out that  year…)

We dated for several months and I did like her. But apparently she didn’t feel quite the same about me. That’s because one evening in the beginning of June, just as final exams for Grade 12 were to start, she told me it was over.

I was devastated. My heart broke into a million pieces and I cried buckets of tears. My normally good grades at school dropped as I lost interest in my studies, thinking only of her.

It was my first experience of having a broken heart and even if it was “puppy love”, it still was very painful.

Through the years, I’ve watched many people suffer broken hearts, most much more serious than mine ever was. I’ve seen husbands absolutely devastated because their wife walked out on them. I’ve seen wives crushed to discover their husbands have been unfaithful to them.

When you’re in the middle of it, you think nothing can be worse than having a broken heart. And as a parent, I’ve watched my kids break up with boyfriends/girlfriends and I’ve hurt along with them.

Our daughter now lives near Killarney and we drive out to see her and her family a few times a year. To get to their place we drive west of Morden and then south of Pilot Mound, and on to Killarney. Along the way, there is a sign by the road. It is just a simple verse from the Bible: “He heals the broken hearted.” (Psalm 147:3) My wife and I have said to each other how nice it is to see the focus of that sign being on of care and compassion of God: that He would heal the broken hearted.

Over the years I have seen God heal many broken hearts. Maybe as you’re reading this, you can think of the time your heart was broken and God healed it and you are happy today.

But perhaps, you have a broken heart right now. Things have gone badly for you and it feels like your hurt will never go away. Go to God in prayer. Tell Him your hurts. Give Him your shattered heart.

Then watch as He takes those pieces and puts them back together. As the songwriter puts it:

“Give them all; give them all to Jesus,

Shattered dreams, wounded lives, broken hearts.

Give them all, give them all to Jesus,

And He will turn your sorrow into joy.”       

Einarson proving to be golden girl in curling

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Jim Bender
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Manitoba’s Kerri Einarson has now earned three consecutive curling gold medals in three tries. 

Einarson won her first gold medal at the 2020 Scotties Tournament of Hearts, then defended that title this year after the 2020 Women’s World Curling Championship was cancelled due to the pandemic. After winning the Scotties, Einarson stayed in the Covid bubble in Calgary to compete in the 2021 Canadian Mixed Doubles Championship, which she won with partner Brad Gushue of Newfoundland. 

That success spurred a CTV sportscaster to call her the “Golden Girl of Gimli.” 

“Oh, I’ve got a new nickname,” Einarson said from Gimli. “Cool.” 

Winning her second gold medallion in a discipline she had never attempted before was a pleasant surprise. 

“It’s just crazy,” Einarson said. “I never thought (winning two gold medals in one season) could happen. 

“It feels absolutely amazing. I didn’t expect this. My first time ever playing mixed doubles, and sweeping on top of that, and judging (the speed of the rocks), I’m really proud of myself, and Brad.” 

Now, Einarson is in position to win an unprecedented third gold in one season when she skips her squad in the women’s world championship, which will also be held in the Calgary bubble, April 30 to May 9. She could even win a possible fourth when she joins Gushue at the World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship in Aberdeen, Scotland, May 17 to 23. 

“(Winning four gold) would be a dream-come-true,” Einarson said. 

But where she finishes in both world championships has an added importance. Although Einarson had previously earned a berth in the Canadian Olympic trials, her team must finish in the top six in the Worlds to ensure that Canada will be keep a spot in the 2022 Winter Olympics. Einarson and Gushue, who also earned a Mixed Double Trials berth, must also finish in the top seven in the worlds to assure Canada spot at the Olympics. 

Meanwhile, Einarson plans to spend the next couple of weeks resting and spending time with her husband, Kyle (a commercial fisherman) and her seven-year-old twin daughters before hitting the pebbled ice again, starting back in the Calgary bubble. 

“I leave April 11 for the (two) Grand Slams, then stay for the Worlds, then fly to Scotland right after the Worlds,” Einarson said. “So, I’ll be gone for about a month and a half. It’s going to be challenging.” 

Einarson did consider skipping one of the Slams, but that would have been too much time off the ice for her team with most of the curling clubs closed due to the pandemic. Going in and out the bubble, with all of its COVID-19 restrictions, would not have been ideal, either. 

Einarson credited her understanding husband – also a competitive curler — and bosses at the care home where she works. 

“They’ve allowed me to chase my dreams,” she said. 

BITERS: Einarson and Gushue defeated Gimli’s Colton Lott and Kadriana Sahaidak – Einarson’s friends — in the mixed doubles final, earning $50,000. “They’re a great team and are going to represent Canada very well.” Sahaidak told media on a Curling Canada Zoom scrum. “We want her to succeed and are very happy for them. But, of course, we wanted it to be us.” The silver medallists pocketed $25,000 … Gushue said the victory made amends for failing to defend his Brier title. “To follow that up with a good performance here kind of makes up for all of the crappy stuff over the last year. I had a ton of fun this week.” 

Ten per cent of eligible Manitobans have not received COVID-19 vaccine

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As of March 27, more than 10 per cent of Manitobans aged 18 and older have received the COVID-19 vaccine as part of the largest immunization campaign in the province’s history, Health and Seniors Care Minister Heather Stefanson announced.                          
 
“The Vaccination Implementation Task Force has worked tirelessly for months to get needles into arms, and it’s so encouraging to see their hard work means more and more Manitobans are protecting each other from COVID-19,” said Stefanson. “I want to thank everyone who’s had a part in helping us reach this milestone, from planning to delivering services on the front line to help protect people right across the province.”
 
In the last four months, more than 163,000 doses of three different COVID-19 vaccines have been provided to people across the province.  
 
“Working with key stakeholders and health providers, as well as the leadership of our First Nations partners, we are continuing to expand our vaccine infrastructure as more doses of vaccine arrive,” said Johanu Botha, operations lead of the Vaccination Implementation Task Force. “In the coming weeks, we expect thousands more Manitobans will receive the vaccine and we look forward to protecting as many Manitobans as possible, as soon as possible.”
 
Since the first pilot vaccine site was opened in Winnipeg in December 2020, five super sites have opened across the province. Thousands of eligible and consenting residents of personal care homes have received both doses of vaccine. As of March 25, focused immunization teams have visited more than 380 congregate living sites and provided more than 11,000 first doses to residents.
 
Pop-up sites continue to operate throughout the province, with additional clinics scheduled in the coming weeks. In addition, 18,000 doses of the AstraZeneca/Covishield vaccine have been distributed to medical clinics and pharmacies for those with specific high-risk medical conditions.
 
“This milestone sends a hopeful message to those waiting their turn to be vaccinated, that their turn will be coming soon,” said Dr. Joss Reimer, medical lead for the Vaccination Implementation Task Force. “I want to encourage Manitobans to make their appointments once they are eligible, as well as continue to follow the fundamentals to ensure we protect others and reduce the risk of transmitting the virus.”
 
Individuals can sign up to be notified when it’s their turn to be immunized and find more information on Manitoba’s vaccine program at: https://protectmb.ca.

Selkirk’s Troy Grobb named Manitoba Water and Wastewater Association’s Operator of the Year

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Troy Grobb was recently named the Manitoba Water and Wastewater Association’s George Balacko Operator of the Year. Grobb joins a long list of water and wastewater team members who have been recognized with provincial awards for their outstanding service in Selkirk. (Photo Submitted By City of Selkirk)

Troy Grobb joins a long and distinguished list of Selkirk water and wastewater team members to be recognized with a provincial award for his outstanding service.

Grobb was named the Manitoba Water and Wastewater Association’s 2021 George Balacko Operator of the Year award winner during a virtual annual conference.

Mayor Larry Johannson said he was thrilled when he heard that Grobb had been selected.

“The entire water and wastewater crew here in Selkirk is just fantastic and Troy in particular is dedicated and committed to his job which means he’s committed to the people of Selkirk,” Johannson said.

“This is a big award, and we’ve had quite a few of our guys win it and Troy follows in that tradition and is most deserving of the recognition.”

Employees at the water treatment plant are responsible for ensuring Selkirk has a continual and safe source of water, which the city calls for as a priority in its strategic plan.

For Grobb, who’d rather not make a big deal out of any of his own accomplishments, the award came as a surprise and he was more than OK with it occurring during a global pandemic.

“I’m a shy person so I was happy that this happened over COVID time,” Grobb laughed.

“We did it over the Internet and so there wasn’t the usual big dinner and 300 people getting together.”

Grobb says he’s comfortable where he is right now and he enjoys the challenge of facing something new everyday.

Dan McDermid, the city’s director of operations, said there are more than 800 operators in Manitoba, and Selkirk’s crew is always recognized as being among the best. Grobb is the eighth member of the city’s team to receive an association award since 1998.

“Troy has 24 years of service with the city and he’s a very dedicated employee,” McDermid said.

“I congratulate him on the award and his commitment to being a team player.”

Raven Sharma, Manager of Utilities, nominated Grobb for the award back in September and though she’d only been in her position four months at the time, she was already well aware of his value to the city.

“Troy is a team player and a leader who goes out of his way to help new employees. He knows his job very well and he’s an outstanding teacher,” Sharma said.

“He’s dedicated, and he brings with him a wealth of knowledge that he’s so willing to share with new employees. When there’s a water or sewer break, he shows up on the street with old maps and data from years ago that he recalls and offers a perspective most of us don’t have. He has that critical thinking and he’s always working for the better of the city and the team.”

On March 21st for World Water Day 2021, Troy led an internal tour of the Water Treatment Plant to show how he and team treat Selkirk’s most precious resource that was voted second best tasting water in Western Canada at the Western Canada Water Conference. The video can be viewed on the City’s YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/4kk-5yshPEc

Province announces $6 million investment to support sustainability of Manitoba’s arts, cultural sector impacted by COVID-19

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The Manitoba government is investing $6 million for the creation of new Arts and Culture Sustainability Funds to provide financial support for Manitoba’s art and culture sector, which has been significantly impacted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Premier Brain Pallister announced March 26.

“We recognize the significant sacrifices all Manitobans have made to follow the public health orders in order to protect themselves, their loved ones and their community from this deadly virus,” said Pallister. “Often described as the ‘first to close, last to open’, Manitoba’s arts and cultural sector has been hit hard by the pandemic. This $6-million investment will support the sustainability of this vital sector and build up its resilience until it can safely reopen and resume the activities that so many Manitobans enjoy and treasure year after year.”

The new Arts and Culture Sustainability Funds will be administered by the Manitoba Arts Council and Manitoba Film and Music.

“This funding is very welcome news for the arts and cultural sector,” said Randy Joynt, executive director, Manitoba Arts Council. “The importance of arts and culture has never been more evident than during the COVID-19 pandemic yet the arts and cultural sector has been devastated by the profound disruption in its core work – bringing people together. We thank the government for this critical support towards the sector’s recovery.”

Arts and heritage organizations such as museums, galleries, festivals, cultural facilities, community arts, publishing, artists and musical groups will be eligible for financial support, even if they have qualified for previous provincial or federal programming, the premier noted.

“Manitoba has an incredible, vibrant music industry which has been, and continues to be, heavily impacted by the global pandemic,” said Rachel Rusen, CEO and Film Commissioner, Manitoba Film and Music. “We are thrilled the government of Manitoba recognizes the cultural and economic importance of this industry. With these funds, Manitoba Film and Music will be able to further support and expand this impressive key sector, capitalizing not only on the talent of recording artists, but also music producers, studios and others.”

Additional eligibility criteria, program and application details will be available through the Manitoba Arts Council and Manitoba Film and Music shortly.

Today’s announcement builds off the government’s recent commitment to provide $8 million to support the tourism and hospitality sector, which has also been significantly impacted by COVID-19 travel restrictions and gathering limits, the premier noted. To date, the province has committed over $490 million in business support programs to help Manitoba’s business community through these uncertain times and position them for recovery.

For more information about COVID-10 supports for businesses visit:
https://manitoba.ca/supportsforbusiness.

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