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Keeping communities clean and healthy isn’t just a business for John Magee—it’s a mission rooted in his deep connection to Southwest Saskatchewan. Born and raised in a small town in the Southwest, John attended Gull Lake School and went on to play football with the Regina Thunder before entering the oilfield industry. However, his roots in Gull Lake and a family background in farming drew him back home to raise his family and start his own business. 

“In Manitoba, distance shouldn’t be a barrier to cancer treatment.” 

This from Sharilyn Knox, Executive Director at Central Plains Cancer Services, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families across more than 70 communities in rural Manitoba.  

“We offer vital transportation services and a range of support programs, all made possible through the generosity of donations, community partnerships, and engaging fundraising events,” reveals Knox. 

Winter is on its way… FINALLY.  

Rather than spending your winter staring at the thermostat and reminiscing about your last sunburn, get outside with Avenue Honda Polaris. 

This business has been family-run for almost 45 years, specializing in powersport, utility, and lawn and garden vehicles. Owner Kirk Gyselinck is proud to note that the community turns to Avenue not only before hitting the trails, but also for increasing productivity and efficiency on their acreages and farms.  

Fire Prevention Week takes place nationwide every October, and each year, the Swift Current Fire Department (SCFD) team finds unique ways to spread awareness throughout the community. This typically includes demonstrations and presentations at K-8 schools, but this year, they took it a step further. 

Partnering with MacMor Industries and Domino’s Pizza, the SCFD made some special deliveries across town during Fire Prevention Week, October 6th to 12th. 

It’s one of the most highly-anticipated days of the year for everyone in and around Portage la Prairie who needs tools, likes to have the latest tools or simply wants to make their work or hobby project a little bit easier. 

A significant announcement for the community has been made, one that has been in the works for quite some time. The Portage Community Revitalization Corporation (PCRC) first wrote a grant in 2021, and several more since then, to establish a youth hub. Executive Director Mari Kozar explains that the goal is to break down known barriers for youth.

The location is 1200 Saskatchewan Avenue W, at the corner of 12th Street NW.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. That’s why now, throughout the month of October, Mil-Jeanne Flowers & Axcenz will be donating 10% of all their clothing sales to Central Plains Cancer Services.

Kyle and Alicia Pettinger own the popular Portage-based flower and gift boutique. They say that the local nonprofit is important to them, because they provide valuable programs and services to those facing cancer in the region.

The inclusion of adults experiencing intellectual disabilities in the workforce has gained significant attention in recent years, and for good reason. Not only does this practice promote diversity and inclusion, but it also brings numerous benefits to organizations, teams, and the broader community.

What is your favorite book?  Prior to giving my life to Christ, I probably would have said something like the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon – what I would have pegged as a great work of historical fiction.  Now, I would unequivocally and resoundingly say, the Bible. 

Three agents, traditionally considered to be competitors, are working together for the benefit of their clientele.

Rhonda Lodwick from Century 21 Foxx Realty, Warren Neufeld from Royal LePage Portage Realty, and Peter Bracken from RE/MAX ValleyView Realty may represent different agencies, but communication flows seamlessly between the three, in favour of buyers and sellers who want the advantage of working with a local Realtor.