PembinaValley

Funeral For:  John Enns 
Funeral Date: May 22, 2025 
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Enns at the age of 88 years on May 13, 2025. He was born on February 23, 1937 in the Altona area.
He is survived by his son-Tom, and his daughters-Barb, Dorothy (Ken), and Lorraine (Dan), His grandchildren – Kaitlyn, CJ, Lindsay (Tyler), Allision (Ian) and Brittany (Evan), and 7 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife-Tina, his son-Dan, and his sister-Lena.

For farmers, gardeners and firefighters attacking the wildfires in eastern Manitoba the much needed rain over the last two days was very much welcomed, even if it did mean a soggy start to May Long weekend.

A consequential report on Canada Post largely backs the Crown corporation's story about its flagging business, experts say, and bodes poorly for the union attempting to negotiate a better deal for the postal service's workers.

“If I was the union, I'm going to be very, very disappointed in this," said Marvin Ryder, associate professor of marketing and entrepreneurship at the DeGroote School of Business.

On Tuesday, May 20th at 7:00 PM, the Winkler Arts and Culture Centre will host a unique and meaningful event titled “Remember Who You Are: Stories of Indigenous Identity.” Organized by the Truth and Action Working Group and supported by Genesis House, this event promises more than a panel discussion—it will be a space for storytelling, reflection, and connection. 

As National Police Appreciation Week is recognized across the country, it’s a perfect time to spotlight local officers who are making a difference—like Constable Jeff Forster, who has proudly served with the Morden Police Service for 20 years.

“I’ve lived my whole life in this community,” said Forster. “It’s a way for us to give back. We all have families here, and we want it to be safe for everybody.”

Now serving as Morden’s Community Resource Officer, Forster has stepped into a unique role that focuses less on tickets and more on connection.

With summer just around the corner, Pembina Valley Bible Camp (PVBC) is buzzing with activity as registration is officially open for the 2025 season. While the sun-soaked days of camp are what most people look forward to, Executive Director Terry Friesen says there’s been just as much excitement this winter with major upgrades, especially for the camp’s beloved horse programs.

And if matching energy wasn’t enough, Friesen also happened to match the chairs in our studio! 

It's been years in the making for our Made in Manitoba guest, Altona's Maxine Jade (Maxine Penner off-stage) has been writing songs and poetry for many years but finally found her way into a professional studio and with the help of Andrew Braun and Laura Smith crafted her first ever album "A Collection of Affection"

This week, Saskatchewan's Lieutenant Governor Bernadette McIntyre had the honor of meeting King Charles III for the first time at Buckingham Palace. Accompanied by her husband and the Executive Director for the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, Carolyn Speirs, McIntyre also enjoyed high tea at Canada House with High Commissioner Ralph Goodale and his wife, Pam Goodale.

Speaking to us from London her Honour says being able to meet and visit with the King was an amazing experience.

The Municipal District of Taber administers public land that had been previously turned over to it by the Alberta government.

Alberta municipal leaders are eyeing the Municipal District of Taber as it grapples with striking the right balance between stewardship and the responsibility of raising an appropriate amount of revenue for its agricultural lands on behalf of ratepayers.

BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada recently announced the 12 organizations that will each receive a portion of the $160,000 Growing Home with BASF prize fund. 

Following a competitive public voting period, the first, second, and third-place winners have been determined for Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario.

Organizations that finish in first place will receive a $25,000 donation and have the opportunity to celebrate their win with the local community; second place will receive $10,000, and third place will receive $5,000.