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China's Ministry of Commerce has announced plans to launch an anti-dumping case into Canadian canola seed imports.

The action was initiated in response to a Canadian decision to impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel and aluminum.

Canadian Canola Council of Canada ((CCC) CEO and President Chris Davison says China is an important and valued market for Canadian canola.

“We are confident that an investigation into Canada’s canola trade with China will demonstrate alignment with and reinforce our support for rules-based trade.”

It’s back to school today for many students across the Pembina Valley. It’s official, Summer vacation is over and it’s back to class for another year, and there’s always a lot of excitement on that first day.

14 year old Peyton Hildebrandt is going into Grade 10 at W.C. Miller Collegiate in Altona.

"I'm excited to learn new things," she shared. "I love learning, personally, and my favourite is math."

Her sister, 12 year old Regan, is attending a new school this year for Grade 7, Ecole Parkside in Altona.

Festival season may be winding down as the summer season comes to a close, but this weekend, Manitou will provide all the best a fair can offer to a region known for its festive spirit. 

Manitou's Honey, Garlic, and Maple Syrup (HGMS) Festival will collect its attractions into one place — and one day — on Saturday, September 7th.  

In Morden, residents have become quite fond of participating in city-wide garage sales — the mystery of what will be available has piqued the interest of many. In the coming days, there will be another opportunity to get out into the community to find unique items.

Trent Medynski has become the “unofficial organizer” of the city-wide garage sale in Morden. 

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Support Group (CCCSG) President Naomi Fehr joined Robyn Wiebe on the radio to talk about the significance of September to the work of the nonprofit organization.   

"September has been recognized as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month for a few years, it's something that we're really striving to get out there, so people are more aware of the number of children that are diagnosed with cancer every year."   

Editor's Note - a previous version of this story incorrectly indicated it was the e-scooter operator who was ticketed. It was the driver of the pick-up truck who was issued tickets by Winkler Police. PembinaValleyOnline apologizes for the error.

The driver of a pick-up truck was issued a ticket for driving with an expired license, and for driving an unregistered vehicle after a Tuesday evening collision in Winkler.

Two people were arrested for possessing cocaine on Saturday after Morden police pulled over the vehicle they were driving in.
    
During the stop, prompted by a traffic violation, police say they spotted open liquor in the driver's seat. After further investigation, both the driver and passenger admitted to having cocaine in their possession. They were arrested and released on undertakings with Morden court dates.
    

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has ripped up the supply and confidence deal with the Liberals that helped keep the minority government in power. 

In a social media video posted Wednesday afternoon, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said he notified Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of the decision. 

"Canadians are fighting a battle.  A battle for the future of the middle class.  Justin Trudeau has proven again and again he will always cave to corporate greed," Singh said in the video directly addressing Canadians. 

Winkler Fire Department responded Tuesday evening to a fire in a mechanical-electrical room in a business located on George Avenue. The call came in at 6:36 p.m.

Chief Richard Paetzold says firefighters extinguished the fire, with the flames contained to the room of origin. There was some smoke damage to other areas of the building. The cause remains under investigation, and there were no injuries in the incident.

Funeral For:  Mary Johanna Paetkau 
Funeral Date: September 6, 2024 
Mary Johanna Paetkau, 82, of Morris passed away Monday, September 2nd at Red River Valley Lodge. She is survived by extended family members. She was predeceased by 1 sister, 1 brother, and her parents Abram and Helena Paetkau. 
The funeral service for Mary Johanna Paetkau will be held Friday, September 6th at 2pm at Lowe Farm Bergthaler Mennonite Church with burial at Lowe Farm Cemetery. 
Viewing will be at the church one hour prior to the service. 
Arrangements by Morris Funeral Home.