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Below you'll find MLA Tim McLeod and MLA Megan Patterson's Report from the Legislature for May 29, 2025. 

The views expressed below are solely the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official stance of Golden West.

Due to the wildfires affecting communities across Saskatchewan, today Premier Scott Moe, in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), declared a provincial State of Emergency.

The Iron Office, a locally owned and family-operated gym in Downtown Swift Current, operates with one goal – making fitness accessible to everyone.  

Owner Hayden Cappelle started working at the Iron Office in 2018, eventually purchasing the business in 2021. Since taking over, Cappelle has made quite a few changes, including bringing in new, top-of-the-line equipment, expanding the gym to the second floor, and adding a boxing room. The Iron Office also partners with Twist of Fate to provide various fitness classes like Zumba, Yoga, and more. 

Cobbe’s Plumbing & Heating has been a trusted name in Portage la Prairie for 70 years — and according to General Manager Andy Taylor, their secret isn’t so secret: it’s all about people, service, and staying rooted in the community.

“We’ve still got the same owners, and they’re still involved. Our staff are the heart of the company,” says Taylor. “Providing good service and getting that repeat business — that’s what’s kept us going. We’re part of the community, part of what goes on here. We support everything from community events to kids’ sports.”

“If you’re into bull riding and rodeo, it’s a great, quality event. If you’re not into it, it’s something new, it’s entertaining, and you’re gonna end up loving it.”

As smoke damage from wildfires begins to impact homes and businesses across Manitoba, WINMAR Restoration Specialists are stepping up to help communities weather the storm – and much more. If you need help with smoke damage from wildfires, we are already up in the area! 

Since opening its doors in September 2023, House of Cars Cochrane has quickly become more than just a dealership—it's become a part of the community.

"We were met with a warm welcome from the get-go," says General Manager Nik Klassen. "From the moment we opened, people were stopping by just to thank us for renovating the building and giving downtown a facelift."

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A small town with big festival energy

As the Niverville Fair approaches its highly anticipated return, General Manager Dustin Krahn is feeling confident. "It doesn't feel like it's just over a week away," he says with a laugh, "but it'll be here before we know it."

Running strong for nearly 30 years, the Niverville Fair has become a staple of Manitoba's spring festival season, drawing visitors from across the region with its jam-packed schedule of entertainment, food, family fun and music.

The community of Portage la Prairie has a new reason to get outdoors and get moving. This Saturday, the Junk Yard Dogs Cycling Club celebrates the grand opening of their long-awaited activity park, a vibrant network of trails and features designed to welcome cyclists, walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, accessibility and skill levels.

“Your health is your most valuable asset.”

Dr. Daniel Chenier, the man behind the eponymous Dr. Daniel V. Chenier Chiropractor & Wellness Centre in Winnipeg, is accepting new patients. 

“The focus in my practice is on adjusting the spine, which a lot of people do,” Chenier says. “But my focus is on adjusting the spine in order to optimize the function of the nervous system, that communication between the brain and the body.”