The Balmoral Guide - Balmoral Manitoba

Welcome to Balmoral
INSIDE THIS BOOKLET YOU WILL FIND THE SERVICES
AND LOCAL EVENTS THAT THE BALMORAL
COMMUNITY HAS TO OFFER TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
WELCOME TO OUR COMMUNITY
This information booklet is brought to you
by the local organizations of the community
of Balmoral and is published through the
generous support of Interlake Community
Foundation, Inc. and Youth In Philanthropy
CONTENTS
A Brief History of Balmoral
Balmoral United Church
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Balmoral Sunday School
St. Peter’s Anglican Church
Caring Casseroles
Balmoral Community Hall
St. Peter’s Anglican Church
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Balmoral Elementary School
Interlake School Division
Parent Advisory Council
Block Parents of Manitoba
Balmoral 4-H Club
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Balmoral Recreation Centre
Curl Balmoral
Balmoral Baseball
Balmoral Soccer Club
Balmoral Rec Hockey Program
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Balmoral Judo Club
Library Services
Quarry Choristers
Balmoral General Store
Spruce Wood Lodge
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Southwest District Palliative Care
Support For Seniors
Town Services
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BALMORAL HISTORY
A Brief History of Balmoral
The first settlers came to this district in 1872, soon after the transfer of Rupert’s Land from the Hudson Bay Company to the Dominion of Canada in 1870. Although at first a nameless gathering of homes and businesses, when the school district organized in 1875, the school was named Balmoral after the castle in Scotland. A few years later, the post office was given the same name and as they say the rest is history.
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BALMORAL HISTORY
Founded on solid rock, Balmoral is still today primarily a farm community. Although the methods of farming have changed from oxen driven to huge tractors and combines, etc. the produce and livestock remain the same high quality due to the time , energy and skills of our local farming families.
Balmoral built up around Jackfish Creek and despite the many jokes about its “mighty waters”, an old edition of the Argus tells of its popularity as a bathing site and the many Jackfish fish caught from its banks. The sandbaggers in 1996, 2005 and 2009 will attest to how “mighty” it can be. Industry and business in Balmoral has been very diverse. There has been trucking, a hotel, a bank, blacksmith shops, a sawmill, a flour mill, a lumberyard, a livery stable, Balmoral Brick Company, stores, a hardware, a confectionery, snack shops, garages, an insurance agency, a funeral business, veterinarians, a community centre, churches, a post office, a curling rink, a seniors residence and even a brass band.
In June of 1924 fire destroyed the pool hall, livery barn, hotel and post office. And then again in November 1924, fire destroyed the store and flour mill.
CP Rail came to Balmoral in 1898 with stockyards and a platform for heavy freight. Six times a week, the passenger train arrived with milk and cream, mail and supplies. Three times a week the freight train brought in a great variety of goods. Balmoral shipped out grain, livestock, cordwood and lumber. Today trucking has taken over most of this freight hauling. The first elevator was built in 1898 by Northern Elevator Co. and was later purchased by Paterson Grain Co. The capacity of 30,000 bushels went to 60,000 bushels when the annex was added in the 1940s. A 15,000 steel annex was added in 1969. Over the years the elevator operators have sold coal, twine and fertilizer. Sadly, the elevator was torn down in 2003 and the landscape of Balmoral was greatly changed.
Today, Balmoral is still a thriving growing community.
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BALMORAL UNITED CHURCH
Balmoral United Church offers the community an opportunity to celebrate, contemplate and learn about the Christian faith in a friendly, family atmosphere. Sunday worship often includes special music, guest speakers, drama, discussions and videos. Each service includes a special time for children, after which they may attend Christian education classes. The coffeepot is on both before and after services and everyone is welcome. A popular Vacation Bible School in August and weekly adult study groups are other programs offered.
The church operates Caring Casseroles, a community outreach ministry to newcomers and those who are bereaved, ill or in need of some TLC. Cooking bees, open to anyone who wants to help, are held the first Tuesday of the month, 7 pm at the Hall. Balmoral United Church organizes a Ride/Walkathon in September, the Fall Supper in October and Breakfast with Santa in December. The whole community participates in these fundraising events. The church also helps with the Fall Supper, an eighty plus year community tradition. The building’s excellent acoustics make it a popular spot for 4-­‐H Speech Night and musical performances. Meeting space is available to community groups.
Balmoral shares its ministry personnel with Teulon United Church. The minister’s office and residence are in Teulon. VICTORIA CEMETERY is located on Road 84, two miles southeast of Balmoral. It is managed by a volunteer committee overseen by the Trustees of Balmoral United Church. Sharing the grounds is VICTORIA UNITED CHURCH, built in 1883 as a Presbyterian church. A service is held there annually on the third Sunday in June.
Worship Service: Sundays, 9:30 am
Minister: Rev. Ken Delisle – 886-­‐2382
John Peach (Treasurer) – 467-­‐9070
Caring Casseroles Janet Shipley 467-­‐2084 or Charlotte Peach—467-­‐9070
Victoria Cemetery: John Shipley – 467-­‐8829
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BALMORAL SUNDAY SCHOOL
Formerly called Balmoral Union Sunday School, we have amalgamated with Balmoral United Church for various reasons. We offer a Christian Education program for children ages 3 to 9 years and a youth class for 10 to 12 years. We hold these classes in conjunction with the Balmoral United Church service in the basement and the office area of the church.
We are always in need of volunteers to help with these programs and activities related to the Sunday School. If you would like to help, please contact Janet Shipley at 467-­‐2084. Our curriculum this year is from the United Church and it is called the “One Room Sunday School” with lessons based on familiar bible stories. Activities, music and games are centered on the lesson’s theme for each week.
Families are invited to attend the United Church worship service held on Sunday’s at 11:15 a.m. Sunday School classes begin at approximately 11:30 and are finished at 12:15 Sunday School starts on September 14th in conjunction with the annual Ride/Walk-­‐a-­‐thon. The last Sunday School class is held on the first or second Sunday of June and we usually celebrate with food, crafts and activities. Over the year, we hold special events; a Christmas pageant in December, Breakfast With Santa, and a Family (Mother’s) Day service to name but a few. Vacation Bible School is offered in late August for children 3 and up. This year’s theme for the VBS SONWORLD, an amusement park theme with games, activities and food centered on New Testament stories. The cost was $10 per child or $25 per family as well we had t-­‐shirts as part of our craft time that had the SONWORLD logo on it for $5/shirt or bring one from home to decorate
The Sunday School programs are run by dedicated volunteers but we welcome anyone who would like to help or support this valuable program that is being offered. Please contact Janet Shipley at 467-­‐2084.
Why don’t you ……….COME CHECK US OUT
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BALMORAL CARING CASSEROLES
Balmoral United Church is into its 2nd year of making and distributing casseroles to families and individuals who are in need of some TLC. We meet the first Tuesday of each month at Balmoral Hall at 7 p.m. to cook up the casseroles. We rely on word of mouth to keep us informed of who is new in the community, who is celebrating a new family member, recovering from an illness/accident or suffering a bereavement. If you would like to donate food supplies or come and help or just need more info, please contact Janet Shipley 467-­‐2084 or Charlotte Peach 467-­‐ 9070.
ST. PETER’S ANGLICAN CHURCH
St. Peter’s Anglican Church offers special services four times a year.
For dates and times of these services, please contact any one of the following:
Rev. Peter Flynn 467-­‐8466 Shirley Jahns 886-­‐2010
Reg R. Main 467-­‐2539 Joan Main 467-­‐2539
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BALMORAL COMMUNITY HALL
Built in 1927, the Hall has been serving the community for over 80 years. A capacity of 210 makes it the largest, meeting space in the district. Features include air-­‐conditioning, a hardwood dance floor, raised stage, new sound system, full kitchen, and bar area on the main level and coatroom and new washrooms and storage in the lower level. The Hall is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with a wheelchair washroom.
The Hall is used for community occasions such as family dinners, bridal and baby showers, funeral receptions, birthdays and anniversaries. It is popular with local and outside businesses and organizations for workshops and meetings as well as major fundraisers and other activities such as the Community Fall Supper, 4-­‐H Achievement Night, Recreation Centre socials, etc. The Hall also offers storage space for community records.
The Hall is a registered non-­‐profit charitable organization, able to issue tax receipts for donations. A volunteer Board of Directors manages operation, upkeep and special projects. At the annual meeting in January/February, citizens of Balmoral may elect a minimum of three and maximum of twelve volunteer directors for three-­‐year terms. The Board meets approximately once a month. Directors regularly call on the community for help with major cleanup, painting, landscaping, repairs and fundraising projects. The Hall Board sponsors the annual Jackfish Creek Duck Derby in April. Income also comes from donations, rental fees, catering, special project grants and a small operating grant from the RM. The Hall Board is continually working to up-­‐grade the hall.
The Hall Board also sponsors and contributes to events and projects to benefit the community, such as the community newsletter and information booklet, development and maintenance of the Balmoral website (balmoralmanitoba.com) and providing space for the Community Alliance group meetings. The next time you are having a dinner, dance, windup, reception or a family gathering, please consider the Hall. Our rates are reasonable and the Hall is well equipped. Contacts: President: Bev Wait 467-­‐8821
Bookings: Brenda Dykstra 467-­‐2730
Catering: Jean Main 467-­‐5653
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BALMORAL COMMUNITY HALL
Balmoral Community Hall Rental Rates
Events with Alcohol $300.00
Events without Alcohol $200.00
(large functions: meetings, fundraisers, trade shows, dinners, etc)
Community Events $ 80.00
(showers, sales, teas, 4-­‐H events, etc.)
Use of the kitchen $ 25.00
The next time you are having a dinner, dance, windup, reception or family gathering, please consider the Hall. Our rates are competitive and the Hall is well equipped. To book the hall contact Brenda Dykstra at 467-­‐2730 and for catering call Jean Main at 467-­‐5653
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BALMORAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
In the spring of 1875, William Mitchell, James Barbour and Mr. Ashdown met to discuss building a school. “Balmoral” was suggested after the castle in Scotland. Mr. Hyde donated a square of land; volunteer labour built a new log school, with a chair and table for the teacher and benches for the students. The first teacher was Joseph Wells.
A few years later the log school was too small and a larger school was built on the southwest corner of the present school grounds. In 1914, the Balmoral Consolidated School was built to accommodate the students from Bruce, Greenridge and Centre schools. The present school was built in 1976 and over the years has been remodeled to include additional classrooms, a science lab, and gym for grades K to VIII. The school has once again been remodeled to include a new Life Skills Room, new administrative offices and staff room as well as a new library/
computer lab. Today the staff includes 7 teachers, a band teacher, 5 teachers’ assistants, 1 A.B.A. Worker, a library clerk, a library tech, a custodian and a secretary under the direction of principal, Cindy Cameron. Balmoral is part of the innovative balanced day program that was instituted by the Interlake School Division in 2006. The Balanced School Day is divided into three equal instructional periods totaling 300 minutes, which are separated by two nutrition and activity periods. As well, Grade 5 to 8 students participate in an organized physical education activity during the first activity break. Our school also prompts healthy eating practices. Sports activities include cross country, basketball, badminton, curling, volleyball, skating and track and field.
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Other services available are physiotherapy, a resource program, a school psychologist and speech assistance. In 2006, the Balmoral School started a program developed to mould students into respectful, responsible, resilient and well-­‐rounded citizens. Throughout the school you will see pillars representing academic, respect, teamwork and leadership. The school also is promoting good nutrition and regular physical activity.
Mission Statement
Balmoral Elementary School will work:
• to provide a safe, caring environment which enables each student to
achieve his/her potential
• to promote positive relationships
• to encourage students to be responsible, self-­‐disciplined members of society
• to develop an awareness of and respect of all peoples
Telephone: 467-­‐2501 Web Site: www.isd21.mb.ca/bal
INTERLAKE SCHOOL DIVISION # 21
Interlake School Division
Superintendent/CEO -­‐ Ms. Darlene Dufily 467-­‐5100
Assistant Superintendent -­‐ Mr. Ross Metcalfe 467-­‐5100
Transportation Supervisor -­‐ Ken Krulicki 467-­‐8730
Argyle/Balmoral Trustee -­‐ Sandra Weibe 467-­‐2913
Balmoral Elementary School
Principal -­‐ Mrs. Cindy Cameron 467-­‐2501
Stonewall Collegiate
Principal -­‐ Mrs. Margaret Ward 467-­‐5539
Teulon Collegiate
Principal -­‐ Mr. Jeff Levesque 886-­‐2593
Interlake School Division Continuing Education
(Evening Saturday Courses)-­‐ Ms. Jocelyn Derksen 467-­‐2956
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PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL & BLOCK PARENTS
PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
Parents have always been actively involved in supporting their children’s education and school. They support providing a high quality education as well as a safe and caring environment for their children.
The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is an officially elected body that performs these roles in a formalized manner. They organize fundraising activities, like the Balmoral Round-­‐Up, Balmoral Fall Supper and hot lunches in the school among many other activities that enhance the school. For more information, please contact April Propp at 467– 9916.
BLOCK PARENT® PROGRAM OF MANITOBA
Block Parents are responsible adults who care about the well-­‐being of children and others and volunteer to help in an emergency. All Block Parents pass a Criminal Records Check, a Child Abuse Registry check and are given instructions on the program by local volunteers.
The Block Parent window sign is displayed only when someone over the age of 18 is available to answer the door. If the sign is not displayed, this does not mean that someone is not home, only that the Block Parent is not available to offer immediate assistance. In addition to the goal of making communities safer for children and others, the Block Parent Program deters criminals and troublemakers. The network of Block Parent homes and businesses is a visible reminder that citizens are watchful in their neighbourhood.
What does a Block Parent© do?
A Block Parent may be called upon to offer help when someone is in a
frightening or dangerous situation such as being:
• bullied • lost, hurt or ill • caught in severe weather
• frightened by a stranger • locked out of the house or car
A Block Parent assists persons in distress by telephoning the appropriate emergency service (police, fire, ambulance, etc.) when necessary. There is a Block Parent© Program in Balmoral. If you would like more information or an application, please call Teresa at 467-­‐9752.
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BALMORAL 4-­‐H CLUB
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4-­‐H in Balmoral started in 1956 and has progressed from swine and sewing projects to everything from Foods and Crafts to Outdoor Living and Small Engines. 4-­‐H is open to boys and girls from 8 – 19 years of ages. Projects include Exploring 4-­‐H, Crafts, Fibers and Fabrics (Sewing), Body Works, Foods, Machines, Leadership, Technology, Growing Things and Small Animals. Each series has three levels – Explore, Discover and Master. And for our experienced members there is Create-­‐a-­‐
Project which allows them to develop their own project. We are always happy to include parents as leaders and helpers and encourage parents to become involved in club activities. You will be surprised what your children (and yourselves) can learn! Our club will once again be selling “Mom’s Pantry Products” for our fundraising project this fall. This is our only fundraising project which provides the funds for all the social activities (like the Halloween party, movie night, etc.) our club members wish to take part in or the community services events, like the Seniors’ Christmas Party that they host.
The members learn to do speeches and visual presentations as well as how to run a business meeting. Speeches are not mandatory for the first two years and members can opt to present in a non-­‐competitive format. Our members are also encouraged to volunteer in our community and to take on leadership roles. We welcome members of all ages and try to find projects that will interest them.
Registration for the 2010/2011 year will be held on Saturday September 18th during “Celebrate Balmoral” at the Rec Centre from 8:30 – 11:30 am. Anyone registering on or before September 18th will be entered in a draw.
Our first business meeting will be held the first Tuesday in October with monthly meetings in November, December, February and March on Tuesday nights – finishing the year with our Achievement Night in early April – followed by a club windup. For more information about the 4-­‐H program and/or to become a 4-­‐H member or leader, please contact Bev Wait at 467-­‐8821 or [email protected] or Janet Meads at 467-­‐8827 or [email protected]. You can also check out the Manitoba 4-­‐H website – www.4h.mb.ca. www.balmoralmanitoba.com
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BALMORAL RECREATION CENTRE
The Heart of our community! The Balmoral Rec Centre offers recreational activities for all ages including hockey and curling programs for kids and adults. Free Public skating is offered every Saturday Afternoon and Hockey skate on Sundays.
The Balmoral Coffee Shop is open year round for breakfast and lunch (8:30 am – 1:00 pm, closed on Saturdays through the summer). The lounge is open most evenings. Hockey ice is available for rent and the curling rink is available for rentals for friends & family or corporate bonspiels.
This past summer, with the help of many volunteers, the Rec Centre received a face lift! The restaurant, curling viewing area and lounge are all sporting new looks. Come check out the new improved Rec Centre! Coffee Shop 467-­‐2620 Lounge 467-­‐9098
Ice Rental 467-­‐9916 or [email protected]
Curling Rink Rental 467-­‐7295 or [email protected]
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED -­‐ The Rec Centre relies heavily on volunteers to keep things running and is always looking for people to help out. If you have a few hours or are able to make a regular commitment, and your interested in getting involved in the community call Darlene at 467-­‐7295.
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CURL BALMORAL
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Curl Balmoral wants YOU!
How many times have you said this to yourself...."I need to get more exercise" or "I would like to meet more people in my community" or maybe "My family needs something to do during the winter"? There's no better time than now to realize what a great facility we have right in our own back yards.
Over the past few years there have been many cosmetic and equipment upgrades done at the rink so if you haven't visited us in a while don't wait any longer. More interested in a cold beverage and a hot pizza than curling? Our upstairs lounge has a great atmosphere to watch the fun out on the ice or your favourite shows/
events in high definition on our two 46" LCD TVs.
Wanting to curl but don't have a full team, no problem! We will work hard at finding a place for you in any of our leagues. Curl Balmoral is open to all ages and any level of curling experience. We have a variety of curling leagues that promote an enjoyable time for everyone above anything else. Reasonably priced fees along with fun exercise and many laughs...there no reason why we shouldn't see you this fall.
Leagues include:
Monday Night Ladies
Tuesday Night Mens
Wednesday After School Youth Program (On a new day this season)
Thursday Night Mens
Every Second Saturday Night Mixed
Every Second Saturday Night Family Curling
Keep up to date at www.curlbalmoral.com or contact Jason Dodd at 467-­‐8786 for any assistance.
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BALMORAL SPORTS
BALMORAL BASEBALL CLUB
The fields of the Balmoral School and Rec Center have been filled with baseball and softball games for many decades. Over the years, many teams have gone on to win R e g i o n a l s a n d p l a y i n P r o v i n c i a l tournaments. The Balmoral Baseball Club offers recreational Minor League baseball and fast pitch softball to anyone five years of age and older. We start with the Learn to Play program and move on to Rookie or Mite ball depending on the age of the players. The club is a volunteer organization run by parents and interested people.
In 2008, the club sponsored a Learn to play program with 15 registrants from Kindergarten to Grade 2. Unfortunately, we did not have enough players to put together any boys’ or girls teams this year, but look forward to renewed interest in the future. Boys’ teams are eligible for league play starting with Grade 2 and 3. Girls’ teams are eligible for league play starting with grade 3 and 4. Younger groups can arrange exhibition games with other communities.
We are always looking for enthusiastic people to play (no experience required), coach, or share your expertise. This year we will be looking for some new executive members to continue our tradition in ball. Registration takes place in the end of March or early April. The regular season is played in May and June. Regional play-­‐offs and Provincial tournaments are run at the end of June and beginning of July.
For further information, please contact Brenda Martinussen at 467-­‐7450 or [email protected]
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BALMORAL SPORTS
BALMORAL SOCCER CLUB
In the past number of years, the Balmoral Soccer Club has participated in the Interlake Minor Soccer League. The Soccer Club in Balmoral has had enrolment in three age groups with the potential to participate in older age groups if the numbers warrant. Currently the Tykes group is for pre-­‐school and Kindergarten aged children.
The Mini group is for grades 1 & 2 aged children, the Atom group is for grades 3, 4 & 5 aged children and the PeeWee group is for Grade 6, 7, & 8 aged children.
Soccer registration takes place in mid March and the soccer season is typically 8 weeks long, starting at the beginning of May. There is travel to neighbouring towns north of Balmoral, with usually one practise and one game per week. For more information, call Lee or Gary LaCoste at 467-­‐9848.
BALMORAL REC HOCKEY PROGRAM
This program is open to boys and girls of ages 5 to 13 years. The cost is $150.00 per player. The program operates every Friday night at Balmoral Rec Centre. For more information contact Curt McCullough at 467-­‐2611.
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BALMORAL SPORTS
BALMORAL JUDO CLUB
The Balmoral Judo Club was formed in 1976, and met in the Balmoral School gym until 1999. Although the club operates out of Stonewall Collegiate, Balmoral will always be home.
Judo trains the mind as well as the body and teaches you to find the way of maximum efficiency with minimum effort. Judo is not a violent sport and has a very low incidence of injury for participants.
Judo classes are held Mondays and Thursday, September through April.
For further information, call Milton Good at 467-­‐8854.
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BALMORAL ARTS
LIBRARY SERVICES
Library services in Balmoral are provided by South Interlake Regional Library. Residents of the RM of Rockwood may obtain a library card and borrow materials free of charge at either of the libraries located in Stonewall and Teulon, or on the Bookmobile which makes a stop at Balmoral School every third Thursday of the school year. A free preschool story time is offered several times a week at both branch locations. We invite you to open the door to your library and open your mind to infinite possibilities.... call the library for more information.
Stonewall Branch 419 Main Street Stonewall, MB 467-­‐8415
Teulon Branch 19 Beach Rd Teulon, MB
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BALMORAL ARTS & LIFESTYLE
QUARRY CHORISTERS
The Quarry Choristers, a female choir based in Stonewall, invites all Interlake women to discover their inner diva. The group is well known for its annual dinner theatre in May, which supports local non-­‐profit groups and projects. All voices (soprano, second and alto) welcome.
Ability to read music and experience in part singing are assets but not required. Minimum age is 14. Weekly practices are held on Sunday evenings at Stonewall United Church. An Open House in late September kicks off each season. Registrations are accepted until end October. A nominal registration fee applies.
Contact: Choristers Hotline 467-­‐8348
BALMORAL GENERAL STORE
Right here sitting in the village of Balmoral proudly stands the Balmoral
General Store, an establishment that has continued the tradition of there
being a country store on this very site since the early 1900’s. Leo Waterer
operated the first store which unfortunately burned down. A building
was moved onto the site and over the years it has changed owners
and looks. Today the store is operated by Sylvia Himmelsloss. It offers
a wide variety of services such as:
* groceries * full postal service * crafts
* movie rentals * Grey Goose Bus depot * cards
* Watkins Products * local government inspected beef
* sewing * leather work * snow removal
* custom-­‐order willow furniture * backhoe work
* newspapers—the Argus, Free Press and Winnipeg Sun
Hours: Monday—Friday—8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday—8:30 a.m.—12:00 Sunday—closed
Mail pick up until 8:00 p.m. Phone: 467-­‐2659
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BALMORAL LIFESTYLE
SPRUCE WOOD LODGE
The Balmoral Seniors’ Residence is owned by Manitoba Housing Authority, and is centrally located on Main Street on property purchased from Irene Mann. Situated in a park-­‐like setting, it is an ideal place for peaceful retirement. Dan Simpson had the honour of cutting the ribbon at the official opening of the first phase on February 27, 1987. The second phase opened on October 1, 1990. Spruce Wood Lodge has twelve self-­‐contained units. There is a laundry room and a common room available for the residents’ use. For more information, please contact Manitoba Housing, Gimli, 1-­‐888-­‐642-­‐6066.
SOUTHWEST DISTRICT PALLIATIVE CARE, INC.
Southwest District Palliative Care, Inc. was established in 1997 by volunteer community members in 1997 to serve the Towns of Stonewall and Teulon and the Rural Municipalities of Rockwood, Rosser, Woodlands and Armstrong. The Southwest District Palliative Care Board has adopted the philosophy that palliative care is a continuum that begins with the diagnosis of a life threatening or incurable illness and follows through with the resolution of grief for the family after death.
The goal of palliative care is not to cure, but to provide comfort and maintain the highest possible quality of life for the individual and their family for as long as life remains. “Family" is whoever a person says his or her family is. It can include spouse/partner, relatives and friends. Southwest District Palliative Care, Inc. offers emotional and spiritual support, information regarding pain and symptom management, trained volunteers available at home or in the hospital, a lending library, and practical help.
Southwest District Palliative Care, Inc. offers bereavement support, which includes our Christmas Bereavement evenings with the Memory trees, one on one counseling, volunteers who are matched with clients to listen and support someone who is grieving and an eight week Grief support group called “Step by Step” a Bereavement Walking Group. www.balmoralmanitoba.com
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BALMORAL LIFESTYLE
Caring for a family member with a terminal illness can be a difficult but rewarding experience. Find out the services available to assist you along this journey. Know your loved one’s end of life care wishes and be their advocate. Palliative Care can assist you with these conversations.
Southwest District Palliative Care, Inc is a non-­‐profit charitable organization, overseen by a group of dedicated volunteer Board members who fundraise to keep the program going. Complementing our part-­‐time Coordinator and fundraising volunteers, are dedicated, trained companion volunteers who make this program a success. Contact Vera Appleyard, our program coordinator, at 467-­‐7118 or fax 467-­‐2358. The office is located 205-­‐293 Main St. Stonewall.
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR SENIORS
Founded in 1989, the South Interlake Seniors Resource Council offers services for seniors and those with disabilities to help them remain independent, safe and comfortable in their own homes and communities. These services are available with the help of volunteers and fee for service workers and are provided to people who live in the town of Stonewall and the R.M.s of Rosser, Woodlands and the southern portion of Rockwood. Founded in 1994, Teulon & District Seniors Resource Council offers these same services to people living in the town of Teulon, R.M.s of Armstrong, Woodlands and the northern portion of Rockwood.
• Driver/Escort • Friendly Visiting • Handy Helper • House Cleaning • Men’s Chat Group • Lifeline • Assistance with Forms and Resource Information
• Volunteer Income Tax Preparation
• E.R.I.K. (Emergency Response Information Kit)
• Medical Equipment Loans Service • “It’s Safe to Ask” Medication Card • Telecheck
• Caregiving Support
• Foot Clinic
• Information Sessions
•Argus “Seniors News”
If you require assistance or know of anyone who would benefit from our
programs, please call our offices:
Stonewall -­‐ 467-­‐2719 or Teulon -­‐ 886-­‐2570
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BALMORAL LIFESTYLE
GARBAGE PICK-­‐UP
Within town limits: Pick up every Thursday morning
• All garbage is to be put into bags or wrapped and the weight of
each bag or parcel is not to exceed twenty (20) pounds.
• All garbage is to be brought to the end of the driveway or your
determined location.
• No loose garbage will be picked up.
• Brush, trees, wood and lumber cut into 3 foot lengths and tied in
bundles will be picked up.
Combustible waste -­‐ paper products/cardboard can be bundled or put in clear bags. Yard waste (leaves, grass clippings, garden or floral vegetation and straw) must be put in orange or yellow bags for pick up. Landfill waste in black or green bags has a limit of 2 bags per pick up.
BALMORAL REFUSE DUMP
The refuse dump is located east of Balmoral on Hwy. 236.
Hours: Summer (May 1—Oct 31) -­‐ Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Winter (Nov 1-­‐Apr 30) -­‐ Wednesday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
RECYCLING
You can recycle -­‐ tins, aluminum, glass, milk cartons, plastic with a symbol on the bottom. Please make sure your recyclable items are empty, clean and dry, and containers squashed if possible. Glass bottles and jars should not be broken. Please remove all lids and caps. Motor oil containers -­‐ not recyclable -­‐ these can be taken to Southside Service in Stonewall. Full size newspapers: these can be placed in blue bags or dropped off at the Arris Centre 421-­‐1st Street, Stonewall (north side of the building) -­‐ 467-­‐8419. For more information on Curbside Recycling call Gary Olson at 467-­‐2120
WEED CONTROL: If weeds are not kept in check, the Weed Inspector, George Willis, may enter private property, control weeds, with the property owner being responsible for all costs. George Willis may be contacted at 467-­‐4704
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PUBLICATIONS & NEWSPAPERS
Stonewall Argus and Teulon Times
This is published by Interlake Publishing in Stonewall -­‐ 467-­‐2421
The news and advertising deadline is to be in the office by 4:00 p.m. Thursday. The paper is published weekly and mailed on Fridays. Local news should be phoned into Bev Wait 467-­‐8821 or e-­‐mail: waitkba@ mts.net by Tuesday evening.
Winnipeg Free Press
Balmoral General Store Rural deliveries to your driveway, call the Free Press at 1-­‐800-­‐542-­‐8900.
UTILITIES
Manitoba Hydro Stonewall Office Manitoba Telephone System Service/Repairs Business Office (no charge dial) 467-­‐5519
611
225-­‐5687
GOVERNMENTS
Local Government
Municipality of Rockwood office -­‐ Stonewall Reeve -­‐ Garnet Thievin Councillor -­‐ Tom Dykstra Councillor -­‐ Ken Hibbett South Interlake Planning District: Sewer & Water Emergencies: Web Site: www.rockwood.ca 467-­‐2272
467-­‐2652
467-­‐2730
467-­‐2653
467-­‐5587
1-­‐204-­‐933-­‐3288
[email protected]
Federal Government
Member of Parliament
James Bezan 785-­‐6151
Fax: 785-­‐6153
E-­‐mail: offi[email protected]
Website: www.jamesbezan.com
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LOCAL AUTHORITY BOARDS
Citizens On Patrol Department of Highways Family Services & Housing Interlake Regional Health Authority 467-­‐8648
322-­‐4260
467-­‐4420
467-­‐4742
SUPPORT GROUPS & RESOURCE CENTRES
A.I.M. for Work 482-­‐2130
Adult Day Program 467-­‐5257
Alcoholics Anonymous 886-­‐3296, 467-­‐2836, 383-­‐5178
Anxiety Disorder Association 389-­‐5030
Association for Community Living 467-­‐9169
The Arris Centre 467-­‐8419
Bereavement Walking Group 467-­‐7118
Christmas Cheer Board 467-­‐7370
Interlake Employment Services 467-­‐2061
Interlake Food Bank 467-­‐5306
Manitoba Youth Job Centre 467-­‐8720
Meals On Wheels 467-­‐5257 ext. 3368
Mood Disorder Association of Manitoba 372-­‐6338
Overcomers Outreach 886-­‐4617
Women’s Shelter 482-­‐7882
WEIGHT LOSS/FITNESS
Curves Fitness Solutions Stony Mountain Fitness T.O.P.S. CULTURE & HERITAGE
Prairie Oak Regional Arts Council Inc. Quarry Quilters Rocklands Antique Club South Interlake Garden Club Quarry Choristers www.balmoralmanitoba.com
467-­‐8683
467-­‐9527
344-­‐5483
467-­‐9096, 467-­‐1992
467-­‐2913
467-­‐2074, 885-­‐7276
467-­‐8657
467-­‐9032, 467-­‐5235
467-­‐8348
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Emergency Telephone Numbers
FIRE/POLICE/AMBULANCE 911
HEALTH INFORMATION
Stonewall and District Health Care 467-­‐5514
Stonewall Medical Group 467-­‐5509
Stonewall and District HandiVan 467-­‐9446
South Interlake Seniors Resource Council 467-­‐2719
Community Health Office 467-­‐4400
Public Health/Family Services 467-­‐5535
Hunter Memorial Health District-­‐Teulon 886-­‐2433
Teulon Medical Clinic (in hospital) 886-­‐2131
Teulon Public Health Nurse/Mental Health
Services/Home Care Services 886-­‐2265
Teulon HandiVan 886-­‐3566
Teulon & District Seniors Resource Council 886-­‐2570
Quarry Physiotherapy 467-­‐9101
Stonewall Vision Centre 467-­‐8044
DENTISTS
Stonewall Dental Centre Quarry Dental Centre Stony Mountain Dental Centre Dentists Office (in Hunter Memorial) Carrimgton Dental Centre 467-­‐5521
467-­‐2177
344-­‐5671
886-­‐3302
467-­‐2746
VETERINARY CLINICS
Greenwood Veterinary Hospital -­‐ Balmoral 467-­‐5768
Stonewall Veterinary Clinic 467-­‐2481
Sturgeon Road Veterinary Services
Stony Mountain 344-­‐5440
LIBRARIES
South Interlake Regional—Stonewall 467-­‐8415
South Interlake Regional—Teulon 886-­‐3648
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