Badminton is back Sunday evenings from 7-9pm at the George P. Buleziuk Hall in Russell (106 Shell River Ave. S).
Pickleball: Monday: Binscarth School 7-9pm Tuesday: 1-3pm GPB Thursday: 9-1am and 7-9pm at GPB. All sessions are well attended.
New story on the Storybook Trail, “Too Much Stuff” by Robert Munsch! Please help us choose the next Robert Munsch book for the trail! Send your vote to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Adult volleyball with start at Major Pratt in the Junior Gym, on Sunday evenings starting October 19 from 7-9pm. Contact the recreation office for details. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Adults and Tots program will start October 15/16 on Wednesdays 1-3pm and Thursdays 9:30-11:30am. We switched from strictly mornings to one afternoon and one morning this year. We will see how it goes. This is an open gym type atmosphere for parents and littles. FREE.
First Aid course is set for Nov 8. This course is for individuals & employees. This course meets the minimum regulations for workplace health and safety for basic first aid. Valid for 3 years. $190 For more information or to register, please contact the recreation office: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
FREE Public Skating at the Russell Memorial Multiplex on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30am starts Tuesday, Oct. 28! Keep an eye out on the Municipality of Russell Binscarth Facebook page for upcoming Public Skating & Sticks and Pucks dates!
(Decisions made on Friday afternoons, pending no other bookings).
Indoor Walking will resume at the George P. Buleziuk Hall in November! Days and times TBD. This is FREE for the public to come walk in a safe & warm environment!
Skate with Santa date is set for Sunday, December 14 from 6:00-7:30pm at the Russell Memorial Multiplex! Come skate with Santa and create an ornament to take home! FREE

Badminton is back Sunday evenings from 7-9 pm at the George P. Buleziuk Hall in Russell (106 Shell River Ave. S).
Pickleball: Monday: Binscarth School 7-9 pm, Tuesday: 1-3 pm GPB Thursday: 9-1 am and 7-9 pm at GPB. All sessions are well attended.
New story on the Storybook Trail, “Too Much Stuff” by Robert Munsch.
Adult volleyball with start at Major Pratt in the Junior Gym, on Sunday evenings starting October 19 from 7-9 pm. Contact the recreation office for details. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Gym Kids Starts back up in October on Wed/Thurs evenings. To register or for more information, contact the recreation office: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Adults and Tots program will start October 15/16 on Wednesdays 1-3 pm and Thursdays 9:30-11:30 am. We switched from strictly mornings to one afternoon and one morning this year. We will see how it goes. This is an open gym type atmosphere for parents and littles.
First Aid course is set for Nov 8. This course is for individuals & employees. This course meets the minimum regulations for workplace health and safety for basic first aid. Valid for 3 years. $190 For more information or to register, please contact the recreation office: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Beef & Barley Kids Activities
Wednesday, October 8: Kids Amazing Race! Pre Registration Required 4:30 and 5:15 pm start times. Contact Tammy Garnett at MPS or the rec office. FREE event
Thursday, Oct 9: NEW! Kids Barley Bash Kids age 7 and under from 4-6 pm at the George P. Buleziuk (FREE event). Games, crafts, mini golf, music, cookie decorating, bouncy house!
Friday, October 10th: Kids K-6 Dance at Major Pratt School, junior gym 6:30-8:30 pm. FREE event, snacks available for purchase.

By Terrie Welwood
Russell Banner

In this area, the staff and students of the Inglis school were the first to set up a Terry Fox Run. According to the Terry Fox Foundation, the first registered Terry Fox Run in Inglis was held in 1998. It was run in memory of Lorene Kopetsky who for about a decade prior, had walked and biked with her good friend Mary Jackson for the Terry Fox Run. Their dedication to Terry’s cause was noticed as Terry’s mom, Betty Fox came for lunch in 1993, on the Jackson farm. Lorene lost her battle with Cancer in March of 1998.
At the Terry Fox Run at the Inglis school, principal Amber Nerbas told the crowd who were gathered for the unveiling of a granite bench donated by Braendle Bruce Funeral Service in memory of Marilyn Liske - noted that the Terry Fox Foundation shared that over the last 27 years the Inglis school has raised $85,635.25. This year’s run in Inglis officially brought that total up over the $90,000 mark.
The students and teachers of Inglis school made this years Terry Fox Run a little extra special with the dedication of the bench in Marilyn Liske’s honor
“Prior to marrying Larry in 1972, Marilyn worked as the secretary of the Inglis school,” Mrs. Nerbas told the crowd. “Once married and her family established, she and Larry became the school custodians and held that title for 30 years.”
Marilyn then took her EA certification from ACC and worked many years in the classroom and as a noon hour supervisor. Once retired from the classroom, Marilyn finished off her career at Inglis School by becoming the hot lunch chef, upgrading the student made pizza pops and hot dogs to hearty homemade meals ranging from soups to casseroles to special holiday treats.
Mrs. Nerbas stressed that Marilyn’s contributions went far beyond the school doors.
“Marilyn was everyone's friend, she was the definition of Citizenship as she was always looking out for others and ways to contribute in every aspect of her life. As an EA and noon hour supervisor she was always helping our students by getting bandaids, sewing wheat bags for the freezer, and walking with students who needed a buddy at recess,” Principal Nerbas said. “Marilyn always knew what to say or how to help, no matter your age or predicament. - one of Marilyn’s favorite saying was “This too shall pass.”
Her love for the students and the Inglis school showed everywhere, Mrs. Nerbas said. - whether it be sewing costumes for the school Christmas concert, many of which are still used today. At the same time, Marilyn taught many of the Inglis students how to sew and quilt, many of which were raffled or auctioned off in support of school or community initiatives.
“Marilyn in all of her roles, always had a watchful eye and liked to be with the kids,” Nerbas said. “This makes a buddy bench for all, in the center of the playground, the perfect spot. Marilyn embodied and inspired our bench's message of “Be a friend today!”
Marilyn had brief battle with lung cancer and passed April 27, 2020. at a time when schools were closed, due to Covid.
“For everyone here today who holds memories of Marilyn dear, I encourage you to share a story with one of our students. Demonstrating the power of oral history and continuing on Marilyn’s legacy of kindness and contribution to her community. The Red Hat ladies were dear friends of Marilyn, as she too was a proud Red Hatter. Thank you ladies for coming today. We also welcome Inglis School Staff Alumni who can share Marilyn’s love of caring for others, organizing skits and ordering the perfect birthday t-shirts or lawn ornaments to ensure everyone in town knew it was your BIG day.

By Derek Holtom

When the crunch time comes and you need a goal, some players have that innate ability to step up. One of those players is Waywayseecappo Wolverines forward Blake Farthing, now in his second season with the team.

Farthing helped kick off a comeback for the ages for the Wolverines in early October in Swan Valley. Some say the only thing better than a win is a come-from-behind win, and this one was pretty special for the Wolverines.

“I think we have a special group here,” says Farthing, the 19-year-old product of Stonewall. “In the third period we were talking, and we felt we could still win it.

“There was tons of belief on that bench, and we were getting a ton of quality chances – their goalie (Easton Falls) was standing on his head,” he added. “Then the momentum turned. It was a super fun win, and a great team win.”

Farthing says there is a noticeable change in the dressing room for the Wolverines this year. There is a confidence and a belief that they can not only equal last year’s final four appear­ance, but drive further into the postseason.

“The group we have here is great, and to see what we accomplished last year, now with that extra experience, a lot of us who came back are thinking we can take the next step and make the finals, and maybe win a championship,” said Farthing, a right-shot forward.

Farthing scored eight goals and added 11 assists for 19 points in just 38 games last year for the Wolverines. He describes himself as a player with a bit of everything, ready to step in as the team’s needs require.

“I’d say I’m a pretty hard-working player,” he said. “That was always the thing for me growing up, to work hard, and everything else will fall into place,

“I try to use that to create some chances,” added Farthing. “I do have some skill that I think I can use. And I think I can use that to produce a little more, while also doing impor­tant things like playing good defense and block­ing shots.”

And, when Farthing isn’t at the rink, he enjoys the outdoors as much as he can, playing other sports in the off season to give him a more rounded athletic background. He also enjoys spending time with his friends and family.

Last week

Monarchs vs. Wolverines.

The Winnipeg Monarchs paid a visit to Waywaysecappo for two games on the weekend. Results were not avail­able at press time.

Wolverines 3, Stampeders 0

Wayway picked up their second straight vic­tory against the Swan Valley Stampeders, shutting them out 3-0 in Swan River last Tuesday night.

It was a bit of a rever­sal for the two teams, as it was the Stamps who held a 3-0 lead over the Wolverines the week prior. Of course, in that game Wayway rallied late for a 5-3 victory.

On Tuesday, the Wolverines scored a goal a period and kept their hosts off the board all game. Treycen Wuttunee (third) scored the eventual game win­ner just 54 seconds into the game. The other two goals came from Cale Livingston (second), and Max Collyer (fourth).

Blake Farthing didn’t make it through the first period as he dropped the gloves with Nate Hayes from the Stamps. Hayes was assessed a minor penalty for kneeing, which led to the scrap.

Mariko Bercier earned the shutout with 24 saves. Easton Falls made 30 saves for the Stamps while taking the loss.

Up next

The Wolverines kick off this week on the road tonight (Tuesday) as they face the Neepawa Titans for the first time this season.

The only other game for the Wolverines this week comes Friday night when the Selkirk Steelers pay a visit. Puck drop for this one is 7:30 p.m.

CLAW MARKS – With their win on Tuesday the Wolverines moved into temporary sole possession of first place in the West Division with a record of 5-1-0-1. Mariko Bercier lowered his goals against average to 2.02 with his shutout win Tuesday. He also sports a save percentage of .920. Carter Haney leads the Wolverines with 11 points (four goals, seven assists). Treycen Wuttunee (three goals, seven assists, 10 points), and defenseman Cale Livingston (two goals, six assists, eight points) sit second and third.

The road to a driver’s licence starts this fall for Manitoba students look­ing to get behind the wheel – registration for the winter term of MPI’s popular high school driv­er education program, Driver Z, begins later this month.

With course start dates in December, January and February, winter course offerings will be available to view in MPI’s Driver Z Course Finder on Friday, October 9, giving par­ents, guardians and stu­dents time to review the options available in their area.

Students interested in registering for a winter course must sign up as a new MPI customer and purchase the Driver Education service at an MPI Service Centre or Autopac broker by end of day on Saturday, October 10 to be eligible to receive an invitation for a registration window.

“Driver Z gives young Manitobans the knowl­edge, skills and experi­ence they need as they begin learning to drive,” said Dana Frazer, Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at MPI. “This winter, we’re offering approximately 3,000 seats across the province to help prepare the newest drivers on our roads to navigate them safely – especially during the challenging condi­tions that the season brings.”

Registration will take place in three multi-day windows beginning October 14, followed by general registration on November 4. Eligible customers will receive an email advising them of their assigned registra­tion window and they can choose a date and time that works for them to register for a course at a broker, an MPI Service Centre or by calling MPI’s Contact Centre.

More information about Driver Z, including eligibility requirements, current course availabili­ty and the registration process, is available on MPI’s website.

Park West School Division are working with professional environmental consultants
and remediation experts to address air quality concerns at Birtle Elementary.
Air quality testing is complete, and remediation efforts are currently underway.
To ensure learning continues safely, all Birtle Elementary students and staff are
relocating to Birtle Collegiate Institute (BCI) on an interim basis. Based on current
assessments from the remediation team, this temporary relocation for K–4 students
is anticipated to last a minimum of 4 to 6 weeks.
We remain committed to keeping our families informed as progress continues,
and we sincerely thank them for their patience and understanding during this transition.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Birtle Elementary staff for
their flexibility and hard work in preparing to move on short notice, to the BCI staff
for warmly welcoming these young students and staff into their school, and to our
divisional maintenance team for their dedicated assistance throughout the process.

By Derek Holtom

The only thing better than a win in sports is a dramatic come from behind victory. And that’s what the Waywayseecappo Wolverines accomplished Friday night in Swan River, stunning the crowd with late outburst to steal two points from their expansion cousins.

Wayway’s victory was so complete that I even heard the 50-50 pot went back south with a Wolverines fan.

Wayway Head Coach and General Manager Landyn Cochrane said though his team trailed for much of the night, there was always a belief that they could come back.

“We kept on pressing all of the second and third period, and I knew once we finally got one we would be rolling.”

Last week

Wolverines 5, Stampeders 3 (EN)

Nothing was working for the Wolverines through 50 minutes in Swan River Friday night, as they fell behind 3-0 to the host Stampeders. But the visitors kept clawing, and ended up pulling off a stunning comeback, winning 5-3 (EN).

They fell behind 3-0 midway through the third period, but they didn’t give up. Blake Farthing (second) got the come­back going with 6:58 left in regulation. By the time the period was over the Wolverines had scored four more times to earn their fourth win of the year.

Max Collyer (third), Carter Haney (fourth), and Ian Buors (third, fourth) had the rest of the Wayway goals. Bours scored the game-winner and the insurance goal into the empty net.

“Ian is a player that has a knack for the back of the net,” says Cochrane. “He was all around the puck all game and it was great to see him get rewarded.”

Urijah Moosetail earned the win in goal, stopping 35 shots, out-dueling Easton Falls from the Stamps for the win.

“We had a ton of chances but Easton was playing very solid,” added Cochrane. “Once we got the first past him, it gave us all the belief we needed, and kept pep­pering pucks on net.”

Wolverines 4, Kings 1

On National Truth and Reconciliation Day, the hometown Waywayseecappo Wolverines honoured their fans with a solid 4-1 victory.

After spotting the Kings an early 1-0 lead the Wolverines scored four straight in the first period in the span of 6:39.

Three Wolverines net­ted their first goals of the year in the win – Blake Farthing, Isaac Catcheway and defense­man of the month Cale Livingston (see MJHL column for more details on that). Liam Flett scored his second to round out the scoring.

Mariko Bercier earned the win with a 21-save effort.

Up next

Wayway has a very busy stretch where they play four games in eight nights, starting tonight (Tuesday) in Swan River against the Swan Valley Stampeders. This will be the second straight meet­ing between the two teams.

The Wolverines then return home for back-to-back games against the visiting Winnipeg Monarchs. The two teams will clash Friday and Saturday night, with puck drop at 7:30 p.m.

Wayway also plays next Tuesday night in Neepawa as they take on divisional rivals, the Neepawa Titans.

CLAW MARKS – With their win Friday the Wolverines temporarily moved into first place in the West Division … Carter Haney leads the Wolverines with nine points. Treycen Wuttunee is second with seven points, while three play­ers are tied for third with five - Ian Buors, Max Collyer and Cale Livingston.