October 15, 2026

Speed consistency sought on PR 313

By Simon Ducatel

The RM of Lac du Bonnet has asked the province to reinstate a 70 km/h zone across the Susan and Richard Nowell Memorial Bridge to create a consistent speed limit on that section of PR 313.

When the Manitoba government undertook an extensive project to reconstruct the bridge crossing Winnipeg River, the highway’s speed limit was reduced from 70 to 50 km/h.

But when construction crews cleared the scene in 2019 – leaving behind a much-improved and roomier pedestrian-friendly bridge – the corridor’s original speed limit was never restored, despite the limit being 70 km/h immediately east and west of the crossing.

It is a situation the RM of Lac du Bonnet has since sought to remedy on more than one occasion. The first was in 2022 when council approved submitting a request to restore the speed limit to its original 70 km/h. According to an administrative brief to council in the Sept. 8 meeting agenda, no formal response was ever received. 

In 2025, the provincial government would rename the bridge in honour of Susan and Richard Nowell as permanent recognition of the couple’s role in the community and the loss felt across the region when they perished in the wildfire crisis that spring.
Less than a year later, the RM said it received a request to increase the speed limit. 

“The current 50 km/h speed limit creates a short, isolated reduction within a section of PR 313 that is otherwise posted at 70 km/h,” reads part of the briefing note.
“Increasing the bridge speed limit to 70 km/h would provide a consistent speed limit through this section of the roadway and reduce the number of speed changes required for motorists.”

The background also notes the bridge was rebuilt more than three metres wider than the previous structure known at the ‘skinny bridge’ – from 6.2 metres to 9.6 metres and includes an upgraded pedestrian sidewalk as well as increased navigational clearance to better accommodate river traffic. 

The project was intended to provide a safer and more reliable transportation link with an extended service life for residents, businesses, industry and seasonal visitors.
Council’s position is that a 70 km/h speed limit along that portion of PR 313 would “be appropriate for consideration based on the current bridge design and roadway conditions.”

Beyond providing consistency with posted speed limits immediately east and west of the bridge, council is also of the position that the requested change would reduce unnecessary speed transitions for motorists and allow the province to assess whether the existing 50 km/h speed limit remains appropriate based on the current condition and design of the bridge.

During a brief discussion prior to unanimously passing a resolution requesting the province consider increasing it to 70 km/h, Coun. Greg Mandzuk recalled his past time as the RM’s public works manager when the project was underway. 
“The speed limit went down to 50 (km/h),” Mandzuk told his colleagues. “I questioned them on that... and the answer I received was once the construction was over, it would be resuming back to 70 (km/h),” he said. 
“And it never happened.”

Reeve Loren Schinkel added the RM has yet to receive a reply to council’s prior requests.  

“We didn’t get a response for our last one,” said Schinkel. 

Council also recently brought forward a series of other speed zones requests for the provincial government’s consideration with several appeals before a special committee struck with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transportation led to conversations with Minister Lisa Naylor, which have “been very positive,” said Schinkel. 

“So hopefully this one will be reviewed as well, because it just makes sense,” he said. “There’s five different speed zones in that area.”

Safety upgrades completed at Sturgeon Falls

By Jann Perry

The trail and viewing areas at Sturgeon Falls have re-opened as provincial safety upgrades have been completed at Whiteshell Provincial Park following the tragic drownings of two children this past summer.

Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes recently announced several main upgrades have been completed. They include a fenced viewing area to prevent public access to slippery rocks, updated signage to identify drowning hazards at the falls and to warn visitors about no swimming, slippery rocks and strong currents. There is also a new portage to provide canoeists and kayakers with ongoing access to and from safe shoreline areas adjacent to the falls. 

On July 18 at 12:40 p.m., Lac du Bonnet RCMP received a report of a possible drowning near Sturgeon Falls trail. Police, fire, EMS and Manitoba Conservation officers attended and learned the younger boy may have slipped on the rocks and was swept into the water. His older brother jumped in to try to save him before both disappeared in the current and did not resurface.

RCMP confirmed that on July 23 at 7:45 p.m., the body of 13-year-old Aaron Au Ramirez had been recovered from the water following a five day search. The body of his 10-year-old brother Maximo Au Ramirez was recovered a day earlier near the shore.

The deaths are the third and fourth in that area in four years. In May 2023, a 12-year-old boy slipped from the rocks and drowned in the rapids. In 2025, a 38-year-old woman drowned at the falls.

Following the July tragedy, the Manitoba government quickly closed the Sturgeon Falls trail and began planning the upgrades with key local stakeholders in the Whiteshell. The trail remained closed until these safety measures were installed. 

“We are grateful to the Manitoba government for moving quickly to complete these important safety improvements,” said Allison Baker-Thiessen, owner of Nutimik Lodge. “The new fencing, signage and portage have created safer spaces for families, visitors and paddlers to experience Sturgeon Falls while preserving the natural beauty that makes this area so special. These upgrades will help protect Manitobans and provide greater peace of mind for everyone who visits the site.”

The new fencing and signage will help visitors experience Sturgeon Falls more safely and connect with the lands and waters of the Whiteshell, the minister noted.

“Our government is grateful to the families, community members and local business owners who took the time to share their experiences, perspectives and ideas,” said Moyes. “Their voices played an important role in helping us make these improvements and ensure Sturgeon Falls remains a safe place for Manitobans to enjoy.”

Big Roy book features ag for kids

By Andrea Geary

Where might a 30-feet long eight-wheeled tractor weighing over 30 tonnes find a home?

This question is at the heart of Springfield educator and author Laurie Turnbull’s new children’s book Big Roy Finds a Home. Turnbull, who publishes under the name Laurie Robin, launched her book on July 23 at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum’s Threshermen’s Reunion and Stampede.

It’s no coincidence that the book launch took place where the actual Big Roy tractor is now a popular feature at the museum in Austin.
The Versatile Model 1080 tractor was built in 1977. The huge machine is said to have been named Big Roy in honour of Versatile’s then president and general manager Roy Robinson. Due to various design and operational problems, the tractor model didn’t go into production. However Big Roy became an attraction for young and old visiting the museum.

While Turnbull, her husband Shannon and their daughters had seen Big Roy, she hadn’t considered writing about the gigantic tractor until she was approached at the 2024 Big Beausejour Book Sale by Ladywood resident and former high school librarian Rosemarie Klym. Turnbull was attending the book fair as an author after publishing her first children’s book I Want You To Be You in 2022.
“Rosemarie stopped at my table and told me the story of her family’s connection to Big Roy,” Turnbull said. 

Rosemarie’s daughter Angie said her family has volunteered at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum for years. She, her mother and her sister Erin Klym Massey discussed the idea of having the museum’s gift shop offer a children’s book celebrating agriculture and family. They thought Big Roy could be a great character in a children’s story.

“He’s a persona all on his own,” Angie said. “He attracts people from all over the world.”

Angie said Erin came up with the book’s title.

After talking to Rosemarie, Turnbull was eager to work on the story of Big Roy. 

“It all kind of evolved very quickly and naturally,” Tunbull said.
She worked with American illustrator Tim Read to bring the book to print. 
“It’s a wonderful retelling of how Big Roy came to be where he is. He’s a loving, enjoyable character,” she said.

Turnbull shares Rosemarie’s feelings about the importance of children’s books and their ability to bring families and other groups together to share a story.
“We were excited to have a local author to pen the story,” Klym said. “The goal of the book is to connect families.”

Copies of Big Roy Finds a Home are available at Beausejour’s Pennyweight Market. Klym said staff at Manitoba schools and libraries can contact her at info@mbagmuseum.ca to arrange for free copies.

Break-in won’t stop Anola Halloween fun

By Mark T. Buss

Organizers of Halloween activities in Anola are looking for some community support to keep the events going after they recently had items stolen in a break-in.
On the morning of Sept. 13, the Anola Community Club’s storage shed had its overhead door pushed in by a vehicle and the club’s Halloween decor was stolen. These items were reportedly purchased through fundraising efforts and from hard working volunteers.

RCMP say the Anola break-in was part of a recent rash of crimes where perpetrators used stolen vehicles to drive into garage doors to force them open and remove items from inside. 

For over 25 years, Sheri Habing has been one of the organizers of Halloween dances, trick-or-treating and a haunted house display for children at the community club. She said it is the perfect opportunity to introduce young children to trick-or-treating in a safe, weather-controlled environment.

“It was a real punch in the stomach,” Habing said of the theft.

Rather than not have an event this year, the robbery has stiffened the resolve of those involved and they want to make the haunted house bigger than ever. They are putting out a community plea for donations of funding, items to replace those stolen and for volunteers to help out with the event.

Habing said they will host a Halloween combined dance for students in Grades 3-8 on Oct. 30 from 7-10 p.m. Event admission is free but children must be signed in and out. 

There will also be a free Family Dance Oct. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It features games, crafts, a canteen and prizes for best costume. The community club  will also be open Halloween night for treats and a live haunted house indoors. 

Habing invites people to decorate and build the haunted house, dress up and scare children during the dance or help during trick or treating.

Individuals looking to drop off donations can do so in collection boxes at Petro Canada, Settlers and the Anola Building Centre.

To get involved, email sherihabing@gmail.com, call or text 204-799-5843or leave a message at the Anola Community Club at 204-866-2891.

A Century of Colour at Wpg River Heritage Museum

By Rick McGregor

The Winnipeg River Heritage Museum in St-Georges is currently hosting an interesting exhibit of art and writings celebrating 100 years of the Town of Pine Falls. 
A Century of Colour: The River Remembers Its Artists showcases the works of local artists and writers whose work has helped preserve the story of the community.
Over 300 families that started arriving in 1925 to build the pulp and paper mill were identified as part of the research into the town’s history. Exhibits include original blueprint drawings for some of the early buildings housing the families who stayed to work in the mill.

Other displays detail Annette Dansereau Mastin, the first registered nurse in Pine Falls, and many of the early doctors, some of whom were also artists. Fred Mastin, the first police chief is identified in another exhibit while an early educator, long-serving principal Lorne Finkbeiner, has some of his art work featured as part of The Principal’s Corner, an education presentation which also includes a number of old school yearbooks.

Art from Dr. Edward Rookledge Siddall, Myrtle Lalor, Nick Smorang, Tom Fortier, Gail Fortier, Roberta Laliberté, Regina (Pacak) Knechtel, Marcel Pitre, Otto N. Grebze and Clifford Sawchyn are on display. Books and other writings from authors like Pitre, Marium Frayne Dalton, James W. Whitford and George Lalor can be viewed.

The Fortier family is well represented with two artists and a writer. Father Tom was an artist, as is sister Gail. Daughter Verla is a writer. Mother Edna worked as a chief telephone operator.

Verla was asked for her thoughts after seeing the exhibition. She said she had heard their family physician, Dr. Siddall, was also an artist. At the exhibit she saw the extent and volume of his marvellous work.

“Overall, I found the current exhibition of artists in our area delightful and surprising,” Verla said. “Once I saw these works of art, I was able to see my father’s, my sister’s and my own work as a writer in an entirely different way. I felt proud and like we belonged to something bigger: a community of artists.”

This exhibit runs through to Oct. 25. For more information, go to the museum website at www.winnipegrivermuseum.com

Luna’s Kitchen & Konvenience at Seddons Corner

By Morgan Maguet

A familiar business at Seddons Corner has a new name, new owners and a new

concept.
Luna’s Kitchen and Konvenience officially took over the restaurant earlier this year. Operated by Tracey and Gwen Cecchini, they have combined a family-style restaurant and convenience store with a focus on food, everyday essentials and locally made products.

“We officially opened our doors to the community on Feb. 16. It’s been a whirlwind journey ever since, but we hit the ground running right before the spring rush,” said Tracey Cecchini.

The restaurant currently employs nine local staff members, although that number changes with seasonal demand. With student employees recently returning to school and university, the business is now looking to add four more employees to its restaurant team.

For Tracey, opening in Seddons Corner was about more than simply starting another restaurant.

“Seddons Corner is such a beautiful, vibrant crossroads, but it was missing that central “one-stop-shop” community hub. We wanted to build a unified place where locals, cabin-goers, and travellers could get everything they need,” she said.
Luna’s restaurant menu focuses on comfort food, with all-day breakfast, fresh sourdough pizzas, grilled-cheese-style burgers, homemade poutines and chilli fries among some of the offerings.

The restaurant also features rotating dinner specials, including Montreal Steak Linguine, with additional specials planned for the future. The owners say a focus on fresh and local specialty products is another part of what sets the business apart.
The store carries artisan sourdough bread and pizza dough, along with everyday convenience items designed to give residents another option for picking up necessities without travelling into larger communities.

The business also supports local artists through consignment sales, offering a selection of locally made products including jewellery, candles, keychains, paintings and clay creations.

“What makes us truly unique is our focus on fresh, local specialty items. It’s the ultimate blend of a cozy date-night diner and a practical general store,” Tracey said.
Luna’s is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., catering to both early-morning customers and those returning from the lake later in the evening.

The owners say being part of the local community has helped shape the business and its approach to serving customers.

“Living locally makes a massive difference because we truly understand the pulse of the community, what our neighbours need, and how much everyone values a welcoming, friendly face when they walk through the door,” she said.
Since opening, the response from the community has exceeded the owners’ expectations, with a growing group of regular customers and a busy summer season.

“Honestly, the support from the community has been overwhelming and humbling. We have already built an amazing base of regulars who bring so much life into the building. Summer was absolutely fantastic, and we are already busy mapping out our special events and menu additions for the upcoming fall and winter seasons.”

The business is also preparing for another addition to its restaurant operation, with a new chef joining the team in the coming months.

With plans for additional menu items, special events, more staff and continued support for local makers, Luna’s is looking forward to building on its early success in Seddons Corner.

Barons girls, Panthers boys taking a break

By Tony Zerucha

North Eastman high school hockey fans have fewer teams to root for this winter after two programs that played last season are taking a break. 
The École Edward Schreyer School (ÉESS) Barons girls’ team and Pinawa Panthers boys’ squads will not ice teams this season. Like last year, the Powerview-Sagkeeng Wild will not play.

Paul Magnan, who helped found the Powerview-Sagkeeng Wild with Larry Sharpe, said there simply was not enough interested players between the two schools to field a team.

It’s unfortunate for a number of reasons. When the Wild did ice a team, players knew they had to maintain their grades to remain on the team.
High school hockey has proven to be a good stepping stone to the Capital Region Junior Hockey League and the Hanover Tache Junior Hockey League. Magnan estimates 20 former high school stars now toil in the CRJHL with several more in the HTJHL.

Likewise, the Barons girls’ team had to take a year off due to a lack of athletes. Sources  advised The Clipper that inquiries were made for the Barons to potentially join forces with Lac du Bonnet Senior School – much like the Panthers boys’ teams has done in the past. The co-op was not allowed by the Manitoba Women’s High School Hockey League as Beausejour is a AAA school and Lac du Bonnet is AA.
A spokesperson for the Barons said they were advised to not discuss the matter publicly.

As a founder of the ÉESS girls’ hockey program, Stephanie Pituley said she was disappointed to hear the school was not able to field a team this season.

“While this year’s pause is disappointing, I truly hope it’s only a temporary setback,” Pituley said. “I’m optimistic that things can come together for next season and that we’ll see the ÉESS girls lacing up their skates and getting back on the ice. The opportunity we worked so hard to create is worth preserving.”

Perhaps the canary in the coal mine is the health of younger hockey levels in some communities. Magnan said there are few U15 and U18 clubs in some areas. This could cause athletes to abandon the sport before they reach high school. 
For others, especially in girls’ leagues, they don’t get the chance to transition from ringette or skating.

This leaves three high school hockey teams in the region, two at Springfield Collegiate and one at École Edward Schreyer. The Sabres girls team will reside in the third division, where they will compete against the Garden City Gophers, JH Bruns Broncos, Selkirk Royals, Saint John’s Ravenscourt Eagles, West Kildonan Wolverines and Murdoch MacKay. 

Springfield hosts JH Bruns on Oct. 15 at 3:30 p.m. and Murdoch MacKay on Oct. 20 at 4 p.m.

Springfield’s boys’ team will test themselves against Manitoba’s best this season after they were placed in the league’s top division. Their opponents include the Dakota Lancers, Oak Park Raiders and St. Paul’s Crusaders. Springfield’s home opener is on Oct. 19 at 3:30 p.m. against College Jeanne-Sauve.

The Barons boys’ team remains in the third division. Their opponents include Lundar, the Lorette Scorpions and the Warren Wildcats. Three of their first four games are at home, beginning on Oct. 15 at 3:30 p.m. versus Leo Remillard.

Comets suffer first loss

By Tony Zerucha

Five unanswered goals from the host La Broquerie Habs doomed the Beausejour Comets to their first loss of the season, a 5-2 defeat on Oct. 9.

The Comets had a 2-0 lead 5:08 into the second period thanks to goals from Crosby Liske and Job Peters, but Les Habs stormed back, beginning with a shorthanded tally only 19 seconds after Peters’ goal. The contest was tied 2-2 after 40 minutes.

La Broquerie owned the third period, scoring three times. Kasen Mateychuk registered two assists for the Habs, while former Selects Nathan Forster, Mario Gagnon, Colton Pakoo and Calem Normandeau also chipped in points.

Vaughn Senebald, Jaiden Reeb, Jackson Kostiuk and Brock St. Goddard earned assists for the Comets, who outshot the Habs 28-22. St. Goddard, a former Beausejour Baron, last suited up for the Winnipeg Sharks. Sawyer Abraham took the loss for Beausejour, while former Select Jaxon Loewen earned the win for La Broquerie.
Beausejour begins a busy three-games-in-five-days stretch on Oct. 16 when they host the St. Malo Warriors at 8 p.m. They travel to Lundar on Oct. 17 and North Winnipeg on Oct. 20.

Comets start season with 2-0 record

By Tony Zerucha

The Beausejour Comets are 2-0 heading into this week with their offence registering 13 goals so far in the 20026-27 campaign.

Beausejour had to come from behind to top the La Broquerie Habs 5-4 on Sept. 27. Down 2-0 entering the second period, the Comets scored four in a row. Greyson Wood scored two, with Job Peters and newcomer Jackson Kostiuk adding singles.

La Broquerie rallied to tie the game 4-4, but Easton Gaffray scored the game-winner with four seconds remaining in the frame. The third period was scoreless.
Cedric Chartier made 44 saves in his Comets debut. Former Eastman Select Jaxon Loewen made 30 stops for La Broquerie.

Wood, Gaffray, Kostiuk, Peters, Logan Ashe and Tyler Nault all collected two points for the Comets. Former Select Colton Pakoo led the Habs with three points.
Beausejour doubled the St. Malo Warriors on Oct. 2. Kostiuk led the way with a goal and three assists, while Peters and Luke Wagner scored twice each. Wagner comes to Beausejour with 156 games of MJHL experience over the past four seasons.
Vaughn Senebald, Carter Lee and Kellan Sichewski also scored for Beausejour.

Gaffray had three helpers. Chartier earned another win with 30 stops.
The Comets travel to La Broquerie on Oct. 9 for a visit with Les Habs.

Beausejour’s next home game is on Oct. 16 at 8 p.m. against the Warriors.

Xtreme open HTJHL season with split

By Tony Zerucha

While the Springfield Xtreme roster features several new names, head coach Paul Binda’s goal remains the same: capturing a Hanover-Tache Junior Hockey League championship.

The Xtreme opened the season with a 6-5 loss at the MacDonald Swarm on Oct. 2. Springfield surrendered the first two goals before newcomer Carson Specaluk scored unassisted at 15:58 of the first period.
Springfield opened the second stanza with three straight to take a 4-2 lead. Aidan Osborne, Leonardo Phelps and Tristan Dickenson hit the twine. Phelps played 93 games for Murdoch Mackay in the WHSHL over the last four seasons, scoring 40 times. Dickenson was last with the Springfield Sabres.
The Swarm buzzed the Xtreme with four straight goals to grab a 6-4 edge eight minutes  into the third. Newcomer Joshua Smeltz made it 6-5, but the Xtreme couldn’t find the equalizer. Smeltz has two HTJHL campaigns with the Niverville Clippers on his resume.
Tyson Murdock made 33 saves in defeat. Springfield took 35 shots at the Swarm’s Jack Martin.

Several other skaters made their Xtreme debut. After graduating from the Barons, Miles Armit played 20 games for the Beausejour Comets. Liam Carlson played for Murdoch Mackay last season, while Luc Simon suited up for the Mountain Mustangs. Alex Rakowski makes the jump from College Jeanne Sauve.
Springfield bounced back with a 7-2 thumping of the Red River Mudbugs on Oct. 3. The game was tied 2-2 midway through the first period, but Armit scored the eventual game-winner with 11 ticks left in the frame. The Xtreme scored four more unanswered goals, with Osborne netting a pair and Smeltz and David Hazlitt adding singles. Hazlitt and Evan Jasper scored in the first period.

Quinn Boulanger made 29 saves for the Xtreme, who peppered Red River with 45 pucks. Boulanger spent the past two campaigns at St. Paul’s High School.
The Xtreme continue a five-game homestand on Oct. 10 at 8 p.m. when Ste. Anne comes to town.

Comets preparing for new hockey season

By Tony Zerucha

Beausejour Comets head coach Troy Kennedy is feeling confident in his team on the eve of the 2026-27 Capital Region Junior Hockey League season, and given their early schedule, that confidence is needed.

The Comets open the regular season at home against the champion La Broquerie Habs on Sept. 27 at 4:30 p.m. Their first four games are either against the Habs or arch-rival St. Malo Warriors.

Kennedy spent last weekend watching his charges split a pair of 3-2 decisions against the Selkirk Fishermen. On Sept. 19, Logan Ashe scored twice, and Job Peters added another in a Comets win. One day later, Peters and top newcomer Jackson Kostiuk lit the lamp in a 3-2 defeat that saw former Powerview-Sagkeeng Wild star Ryland Schroeder score for Selkirk.

While some roster decisions have yet to be made, Kostiuk has earned a spot. In 101 career games with the Steinbach Pistons, Kostiuk scored 33 goals, 60 assists and 102 points. He also played 45 games for the Western Hockey League’s Prince Albert Raiders.

“It’s always exciting to hit the ice and get things started up again,” Kennedy said.
Kennedy spent the two exhibition games looking at defence pairings and line combinations. He also has some tough decisions to make on his veterans, given that CRJHL teams are only allowed six 21-year-olds. The Comets have one extra, so a tough decision awaits.

The Comets will have a new look on the blue line, with former Eastman Selects Kellan Sichewski and Finley Titterson. Sichewski, a Garson native, has 122 games of AAA U18 experience, while Titterson has played in the MJHL, MMJHL and two BC junior leagues since graduating from the Selects in 2023-24.
Both bring size and talent. Kennedy hopes that will give his opponents more things to think about this season.

The forward group will be mostly familiar faces, but Kennedy said some younger players could earn more ice time.

“We have a lot of skill,” he offered.

Other new faces in camp include Gage Ferguson, who suited up for the HTJHL’s Ste. Anne Aces last season. Ferguson scored 30 times in 25 games, while adding 16 helpers for 46 points. Brodie McDonald is attempting to make the jump from the Edward Schreyer Barons, after suiting up for one Comet game last season. 
Talented defenseman Taigan Newton also played once for the Comets last year, in addition to playing for the Springfield Sabres, Transcona Railer Express and Springfield Xtreme. He averaged two points per game for the Sabres last season. Comets defeated Bats and Beavers 20-15 in the C final.

Springfield pigeon racing plans take flight

By Tony Zerucha

A Springfield man’s dream of hosting racing pigeons on his property has taken flight after Springfield’s council approved his conditional use application. 
Satvinder Singh Benipal sought permission to house 15 racing pigeons in his Murdock Road yard. In a submission to council, Benipal said he has long been a pigeon racing enthusiast and this is not a commercial enterprise He plans to race the pigeons in the summer months.

Municipal staff said pigeons can travel up to 700 miles a day at heights up to 6,000 feet. They also cited concerns about the disease risk from droppings, nest debris and parasites.

Benipal’s plans brought objections from the Springfield Flying Club, which makes its home at the Lyncrest Airport, located 2.2 kilometres south of Benipal’s home. Club president Frank Thomas said Lyncrest’s aircraft traffic pattern takes aircraft near Benipal’s property. With pigeons flying in flocks, the risk of bird strikes is high. The pigeons could also attract predator birds, further increasing the strike risk.
“Pigeons are recognized by Transport Canada as a Level 3 bird strike hazard to aviation safety that poses a significant risk to the safe operations of airports,” Thomas wrote in his submission. “A pigeon aviary at this location will increase the risk of small aircraft bird strikes. This poses a safety risk to pilots, their passengers and people on the ground.”

“It’s all about safety for me,” Coun. Glen Fuhl said. “I don’t need to hear a report of a plane hitting a pigeon and a pilot getting killed. I think that’s everyone’s concern.”
Thomas said he’d be open to certain flight patterns, provided the birds fly at lower elevations. Following a suggestion for a one-year trial from Fuhl, he said he’d be open to that.

Mayor Pat Therrien said Canada geese are numerous and also fly in flocks. He felt no conditions were required.

“I don’t see this as dangerous,” Therrien said, before adding he would go with the majority of council.

Council voted 3-2 to approve a one-year trial. Therrien, Fuhl and Coun. Melinda Warren voted in favour, with Couns. Andy Kuczynski and Mark Miller opposed.

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