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The Dauphin and District Handivan has been around for 40 years.

Going stronger than ever, they now have four vans equipped with ramps and one ambulatory-style van. For a very small fee, drivers pick up those with mobility issues and disabilities to get done everyday things.

From grocery shopping to going to the mall and everything in between, the Dauphin & District Handivan has served Dauphin and the area for four decades.

Marge Beyette is the president and board chair.

"Looking back at the beginning, it's inspiring to see how far we have come," said Beyette. "We started with one driver and one vehicle. Now, we've grown into a trusted, community-supported service that continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients every day. We continue to grow as an organization, and we are evolving to meet the challenges we face."

To ring in 40 years, Marge and the wonderful crew at Dauphin and District Handivan will host a 40th Anniversary celebration on Saturday at the Royal Canadian Legion club room.

There will be a short program at 2:00 p.m., and community members are invited to join for cake and coffee.

Beyette believes it's very important to continue with this critical service. Over the last four decades, Beyette has been on hand to witness many of these changes.

"The sizing of the wheelchairs, the units that we've had to purchase to accommodate the different wheelchairs," ended Beyette. "The costs involved. Fuel, repairs, and the price of vehicles have all gone up. Those are the biggest changes."

The Dauphin and District Handivan runs Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm, and Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. It's $10 per stop, and they can also accommodate trips out of Dauphin for a fee. If you require their services, call 204-638-8444.

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Fusion Credit Union will wrap up its fifth Community Infusion campaign next week with its Final Five Live Event.

What began in the spring with the launch of the application process has been whittled down to five entrepreneurs.

They will make live presentations of their projects to a panel of judges on October 21st at the Hamiota Community Centre, beginning at 6 pm.

Thirty thousand dollars will be divided that evening among the five finalists. 

Something nerw this year will see the crowd in attendance also get to vote for their favourite among the five finalists, with the group receiving the most votes receiving $1,000.  

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Although final numbers will not be known for some time, organizers of this year's Culture Days in Dauphin say it'll be one for the record books.

This year saw more events, with more people participating in those activities.

It also saw the introduction of some new activities, such as Forest Fringe, Celebration of Cultures, and Bike Jam.

Spokesperson Jean-Louis Guillas says the new activities were received extremely well.

"Every year we try to bring new people along.  The Celebration of Cultures brought so many more people who maybe within their circle of community were known for their talents, but this provided a larger platform and the community got to see."

Guillas hopes Culture Days spurs more creative expression within Dauphin throughout the year.

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A Swan River man who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the January 2024 stabbing death of a man on Main Street has been sentenced to seven years in prison. 

According to a report by the CBC, Dean Bell, who is now 31 years old, fatally stabbed 33 year old Calvin Chartrand  when they ran into each other near the EMS building in Swan River. 

Court was told that Bell stabbed Chartrand twice during the scuffle - once in the face and once in the buttocks,.   

Chartrand died of internal bleeding from the second stab wound.

Bell's co-accused, 41-year-old Tyrone Guiboche, was recently arrested on an outstanding warrant for the manslaughter charge, as well as a charge for failing to attend court.

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It's a weekend-long event that will welcome many youth from around the province to Dauphin.

Embracing Change is the theme as the Dauphin Friendship Centre's Youth Council gets set to host a youth wellness gathering this weekend at the DFC in Dauphin.

There will be cultural activities, games, and it's an opportunity to learn and make new friends.

There will be prizes, and it will run from Friday night until Sunday. It's open to those aged 13 to 29. 

Carrie Lang is the youth coordinator at the Dauphin Friendship Centre.

"We're thrilled to be able to host something like this," said Lang. "We have a newly formed youth council that has done a fantastic job in planning this in its entirety. It's an exciting new thing. From this, we hope to gain some new youths and their wonderful ideas."

The Dauphin Friendship Centre's Youth Council currently has six members. Maddie Amyotte leads the group, and members are between the ages of 13 and 20.

The group welcomes community members between the ages of 13 and 29 with ideas for events that could be held or different activities. 

You have until Wednesday to register for next weekend's gathering. You can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 638-5707.

"It's a good thing to come and meet other like-minded people, make new friendships, and celebrate culture," ended Lang. "We're hoping that after the gathering, more youth will step up to learn more about the Friendship Centre, and the Youth Program that we offer."

Food will be provided throughout the weekend for all who take part. Carrie says one of the activities will be bowling at Parkway Lanes. 

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The following locations are open or closed on Thanksgiving Monday.

Dauphin Co-op
Food Store - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Dauphin Clinic Pharmacy
Walk-in - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

City Hall, City Waste Disposal Site, Public Works building, and all Dauphin Rec Services facilities
CLOSED

Walmart
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

No Frills
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Dauphin Canadian Tire
CLOSED  

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A power outage at the Angusville (Russell-Binscarth Regional) Distribution system,  has led to a loss of water pressure. This means there can be compromising of the safety of the water supply due to the depressurization as a result of the power outage.

Therefore a boil water advisory has been issued.  Until further notice, all water used for consumption should be brought to a rolling boil for at least a minute before it is used for: Drinking and ice making; preparing beverages - such as infant formula; preparing food - including washing fruits and vegetables; brushing teeth.

It is not necessary to boil water for laundry or washing dishes. Young children should be sponge bathed (to avoid ingestion of water). Older children and adults who can avoid ingesting the water, can wash, bathe, or shower. If boiling water is not practical, an alternative safe water supply should be used for consumptive purposes - e.g. bottled water.

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The city has announced that it's fall cleanup operations have now moved into the Day 2 waste disposal area.  

City crews will be making one pass through the area to collect items such as leaves, grass cllippings and small branch piles. 

If you have not done so already, you should place these items in neat piles along your back lane, or on the boulevard in front of your house if you o not have a back lane.  

Once the day two area is completed, crews will wrap up fall cleanup in the day 1 waste collection area.  

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He was instrumental during the early days of the Parkland Family Medicine Residency Program, and still plays a key role in mentoring young and new physicians in the Ste. Rose area.

For Dr. David O'Hagan, 2025 marks 40 years since his arrival in the community to practice medicine at both Ste. Rose General Hospital, and Ste. Rose Medical Clinic.

A special evening of dinner and fellowship, to recognize and celebrate the milestone anniversary, is being planned for next Saturday, October 18th, from 5 till 11 PM, at Ste. Rose Community Hall.

 

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Dauphin Culture Days comes to a close on Sunday with a Film Festival at the Countryfest Community Cinema.

The event runs from 1:00 to 5:00.

Shawn Sarkonak, the general manager at the CCC, says there will be several short films.

"We have the Dauphin Project, which is about Buckets and Borders," said Sarkonak. "Vermillion Sportsplex tree planting. The Mountain View School Division's Indigenous Committee will have a film."

These are just a few of the films that will be shown throughout the event. 

There is no admission, and Shawn invites everyone to come check it out. The CCC is a state-of-the-art facility, ready to welcome you.

"It's always very well attended over the last number of years," said Sarkonak. "People who support the Rotary Club, Watson Art Centre, the Cinema, and the community as a whole."

The Film Festival will also take a look back at the Amazing Race Dauphin. Alexa Bennet and Storm Karlson won that event on September 6.

Sarkonak says it'll be a treat to look back.

"Oh, absolutely," ended Sarkonak. "I'm looking forward to seeing all the footage and how it's been edited to showcase how the day went from start to finish."

Dauphin Culture Days has had something for everyone over the past several weeks, and on Sunday, it ends with a bang at the Countryfest Community Cinema. 

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A 15-year-old is in custody after pointing an airsoft gun at another student at a school on the Ebb and Flow First Nation.

On Tuesday morning at 11:00, Ste. Rose RCMP got reports that a 15-year-old, who was not a student at the school, had pointed a firearm at another student and then left the school grounds.

The school was put into lockdown as a precautionary measure.

Officers went to a home, where it was believed the suspect came from.

The homeowner confirmed the suspect had returned to the home, but left again.

Before leaving, officers seized an airsoft gun that was believed to be used in the incident.

A short time later, the 15-year-old turned himself in at the Ste. Rose detachment.

He's facing a slew of charges, including uttering threats against a person and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, times two.

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