Steinbach

A local band is celebrating the success of Rockin' for a Reason, a fundraiser for South East Helping Hands.

"We raised just over $6,000," says Steve Neufeld with the band Crossfire. "We had a good crowd there."

He says that crowd gave generously.

"People bought 50/50 tickets, purchased tickets for the silent auctions, and dug into their pockets and gave extra. It was really neat to see," Neufeld says.

Canada needs flexible, farmer-driven standards to guide regenerative agriculture, experts say

With producer and policy interest in regenerative agriculture growing across Canada, policymakers and industry leaders are debating how to standardize the concept without undermining its core principles or grassroots appeal.

Questions around standardization and regulation were front and centre during an April 30 webinar hosted by the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute.

The City of Steinbach has lifted its fire ban. 

On May 8th, Steinbach elevated its Fire Danger Index to Level 2 due to dry conditions and strong winds. Under Level 2, no controlled burns are permitted, no burn permits are issued, and all current permits are suspended. Fireworks are also prohibited within city limits. However, fires in enclosed recreational fire pits and the use of gas barbecues and gas fire tables are still allowed.

Alberta's latest crop report shows seeding of major crops is significantly ahead of historical averages. Manglai, product coordinator with Alberta Financial Services Corporation, who helps compile the report, says seeding is now at 47 per cent, well above the five-year average of 26 per cent and the ten-year average of 29 per cent.

Breaking down the regional analysis, the South region leads with 76 per cent of seeding completed, followed by the Central region at 51 per cent  the Northeast at 37 per cent, the Northwest at 29 per cent, and the Peace region at 27 per cent.

The Manitoba government has announced a $1 million partnership to enhance veterinary care services in northern and remote communities, which will include mobile spay and neuter services. Agriculture Minister Ron Kostitsyn emphasized that this funding is a step in the right direction to ensure every animal receives timely and compassionate care.

Traffic was backed up this morning for motorists heading out of Steinbach along Hwy 12 north as Manitoba Infrastructure began a surface rehabilitation project.  

Road construction crews were seen along Hwy 12 north, in the southbound lanes heading into Steinbach from Clearsprings Road to Golfair Road. 

Traffic moved slowly along Hwy 12 heading north as well, as motorists realized that the intersection at Golfair Road, turning west onto the Clearspring Centre parking lot, was closed off by road construction crews.

Funeral For:  Bernhard Penner 
Funeral Date: May 22, 2025 
Bernhard Penner, 89, of Winkler formerly of the Rosefarm District, passed away Saturday, May 17th at his residence. He is survived by 3 daughters, 1 sister, and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Minnie, 1 daughter in infancy and 1 granddaughter in infancy. 
The celebration of life for Bernhard Penner will be held Thursday, May 22nd at 11am at Winkler EMMC with burial prior to the service at Rosefarm Cemetery. 
Donations may be made to Red Rock Bible Camp. 

Lac du Bonnet Emergency Management updated the status of the situation in Eastern Manitoba Tuesday morning. 

The notice was posted at 6:15 am, Tuesday, May 20.

It stated: 

It was a very strong showing for the SRSS soccer club as they hosted and won a tournament against some pretty stiff competition.

Steinbach’s Public Works department is gearing up for several projects as spring gets underway. Public Works Manager Randy Reimer recently provided an update for the city’s Strategic Priorities Committee which includes members of City Council. 

Spring maintenance underway 

Reimer outlined several ongoing and upcoming initiatives, including sweeping streets, boulevards, sidewalks, and bike paths to remove winter sand.