Steinbach

The City of Steinbach has approved its 2025 fee schedule, including some changes to keep up with rising costs. One of the most notable increases is the fee for residential development. 

City Manager Troy Warkentin explained why this particular fee is going up.

It’s been a busy holiday season for the Niverville Helping Hands Food Bank, and as the final delivery day wraps up, Board Chair Larissa Sandulak shares how things went. 

“We wrapped up our Christmas season with the final hamper deliveries on Tuesday.” 

The food bank's mission this year was to make sure every family in need received a hamper.  

A teacher from Richer School has returned home with incredible memories after competing in the DIBF (Deaf International Basketball Federation) 3x3 World Cup in Washington, D.C. 

Graham Bodnar, a member of the Canadian 3x3 Deaf National Basketball Team, played in the tournament from December 11 to 14. The event featured 19 teams from 15 countries, all vying for top honours on the international stage. 

For many, Christmas is a time of celebration but for those staying at Agape House, a shelter in the Southeast that offers support to survivors of domestic violence, the holidays are bittersweet.  

Outreach and Housing Counceller Lisa Fast shares that a lot of guests at the shelter have fled a situation and are coming in with pretty much nothing.  

The Springfield Xtreme have won 17 games in a row to start the 2024-25 season. The Xtreme defeated the defending Hanover Tache Junior Hockey League champion Steinbach Huskies 4-2 Saturday night in Oakbank. Easton Stoesz had a goal, and an assist and Charlie Mlodzinski chipped in with three helpers as the Ste. Anne Aces beat the East St. Paul Gators 6-2.

Teagan Fillion had four goals, and the St. Malo Warriors defeated the Lundar Falcons 7-4. Zachary Maynard, Keston Worley and Riley Tirschman also scored for the defending Capital Region Junior Hockey League champions.

Saturday, December 21st

Funeral For: Robert “Bob” Ritz 
Funeral Date: N/A 
Robert “Bob” Ritz, 72, of Sewell, MB passed away Thursday, December 19th at Heritage Life Personal Care Home, Niverville, MB. He is survived by 1 sister and her family. He was predeceased by his parents and 1 brother-in-law. 
A private graveside service will be held for Robert “Bob” Ritz at a later date. 
Arrangements by Morris Funeral Home. 

Funeral For:  Mary Friesen 
Funeral Date: December 23, 2024 
Mary Friesen, 102, of Winkler formerly of Rosenfeld, passed away Thursday, December 19th at Salem Home. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents David and Maria Friesen and all of her siblings. 
The funeral service for Mary Friesen will be held Monday, December 23rd at 1pm at Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler with private family burial at Rosenfeld Cemetery. 

Funeral For:  Eva Fehr 
Funeral Date: At a later date 
Eva Fehr, 89, of Selkirk formerly of Garson, passed away Wednesday, December 18th at Selkirk Regional Health Centre. She is survived by her husband Art, 1 daughter, 1 son, 6 grandchildren, and 1 sister. She was predeceased by 3 sisters and 6 brothers. 
Cremation has taken place. 
A celebration of life and ash interment for Eva Fehr will take place next summer. 
Donations may be made to Diabetes of Canada. 
Arrangements by Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk.  

Funeral For:  Janet Harder 
Funeral Date: December 23, 2024 
Janet Harder, 75, of Grunthal passed away Wednesday, December 18th at Menno Home. She is survived by her husband Abe, 2 children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, 1 sister, 1 brother, and their families. She was predeceased by several siblings and in-laws. 
The funeral service for Janet Harder will be held Monday, 2pm at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with burial at Heritage Cemetery, Steinbach. 
Viewing will be at the chapel prior to the service.