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Neil Friesen demonstrates how his shingle brace works. He built the template, which allows him to cut shingles from wood blocks, and now uses it to create rooftop shingles using old hydro poles. (Connor McDowell/Brandon Sun)
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Neil Friesen demonstrates how his shingle brace works. He built the template, which allows him to cut shingles from wood blocks, and now uses it to create rooftop shingles using old hydro poles. (Connor McDowell/Brandon Sun)
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