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MKO launches mobile mental health crisis response and community wellness teams Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) announced that it has launched a mobile mental health crisis response team during a youth and leadership conference on mental health in Winnipeg March 30.

The team is being supported through three-year interim funding of $10 million that the federal government announced in June of last year as part of $69 million in spending to support mental health initiatives across the country, inducing four crisis response teams, an increase in mental health wellness teams from 11 to 43, along with increased training opportunities and a 24-hour culturally safe crisis line.

MKO will also fund wellness teams over the next two years with the money.

“We know that many of our people are suffering, not all are able to access the mental health support they need and we have lost too many of our loved ones to suicide and other tragedies that stem from trauma,” said MKO Grand Chief Sheila North Wilson in a March 30 press release. “With these new supports for Manitoba First Nations, there will be an

member Leona J. Daniels, Linda Dettanikkeaze-Patterson from Lac Brochet, Greg Fontaine from the traditional territory of Norway House Cree Nation, Eric Redhead from Thompson, Trevor Sinclair from Mathias Colomb Cree Nation and Heidi Spence, a Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation member from Thompson. Apetagon has facilitated numerous workshops in mental health and health-related topics, while Daniels has a Master of Social Work degree and has worked with indigen-

ous communities for over 20 years. DettanikkeazePatterson has been an intake co-ordinator and case management specialist at the Northern Authority and Southern Authority and done frontline work in child and family services as well.

Fontaine recently worked with the Mental Health Crisis Response Centre in Winnipeg and Redhead, who lives in Shamattawa, began working in the mental wellness field in 2007.

Sinclair is a graduate of the University of Manitoba Faculty of Northern Social Work program in Thompson and Spence has worked in the child welfare system with adolescent youth in care.

“We are pleased to announce that a mobile mental health crisis response team is now in place to support both northern and southern First Nations,” said North Wilson. “We also look forward to three community-based wellness teams that are being led by three different tribal councils in Manitoba, each of which will have a unique, First Nations-led focus. We look forward to building on this interim measure to ensure that long-term sustainable mental wellness

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of MKO Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) announced March 30 that it has launched a mobile mental health crisis response team and will also fund three community wellness teams. efficient and coordinated, First Nations-led response to crises, and continuous work to improve mental health and wellness for our people.”

An MKO report says there were 1,815 suicide attempts and 97 deaths in among First Nations youth in Manitoba between 2000 and 2008 and that the rate of suicide attempts in the north is double the provincial average and higher than anywhere else in Manitoba. Self-harm such as cutting also occurred at a rate of 56.6 self-inflicted

injuries requiring hospitalization per 100,000 people aged 10 years and older in Manitoba in 2012-13.

Three wellness teams will soon be in place and two more established by the end of 2017-18. The mobile crisis response team and the wellness teams will also do prevention and mental health promotion work at youth and leadership gatherings as well as schoolbased prevention and mental health programming.

An MKO crisis response line will also be established for First Nations and com-

munity members to contact the crisis response team.

First Nations also have access to the federal government’s new First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line, a toll-free, 24hour help line to connect callers to counsellors to help them identify followup services they can access.

The number for the help line is 1-855-242-3310.

The crisis response team will have seven members, including Albert Apetagon of Norway House, Ktunaxa Nation citizen and Akisq’nuk First Nation

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The Mark Gogal Memorial – a good ol’ hometown hockey tournament My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com Marc Jackson Eight teams vied for the right to hoist the Gogal Cup during the fifth-annual Mark Gogal Memorial Road Hockey Tournament (MGM) on Saturday, March 11. Of course, it can only be the members of one team who raise the sacred chalice, so a swift but tricky process must be navigated in order to gain the sought-after honour.

At the outset of the day set for the event, things did not look promising in respect to attendance. Only six or so people had signed up and most of them were “pay no play” (who wished to donate to the cause, but not play in the game). However, with some expert promotion on the part of Snow Lake Motor Inn owners Gerard and Roxane Lamontagne, the signup sheet grew and by game-time (9 p.m.) enough bodies for eight teams had assembled in the Motor Inn beverage room

and they were clamouring to get out on the street.

The playing surfaces for the MGM – yes, there were two of them – were set up on Elm Street (Main) in front of the Motor Inn/Legion. They were bordered on one side by a windrow of snow and on the other by six-foot steel mesh fencing … this helped keep the puck (actually a fluorescent tennis ball) and participants in play. The addition of a massive light tower in the back of a pickup did wonders in allowing teams to better see the puck and for spectators to snap those keepsake photos. Teams were made up of three players each and, as was the case in other years, they sported some very imaginative and innuendoladen names. Games were 15 minutes of straight play and teams were tiered among two pools. There was about 10 minutes between games, in

Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson The winning Chiefs team, from left to right, Ted Stabback, Jarid Medina, Jean Guy Trudeau and Jack Cole with the Snow Lake Motor Inn’s Gerard Lamontagne presenting the Gogal Cup. order to allow those who had to go back out again to warm their extremities, catch their breath and wet their whistles.

The winning team at the 2017 Mark Gogal Memorial was the Chiefs, who were made up of Ted Stabback, Jean Guy Trudeau, Jarid Medina and Jack Cole. They bested the Melon Crushers 6-4 in the final. That team consisted of Rudy Pegg, Laune Prince and Andrea Parsons.

SECOND NOTICE OF TAX SALE AUCTION TOWN OF LYNN LAKE Pursuant to subsection 367(1) of The Municipal Act (MA), notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs shown below in respect of the hereinafter described property are paid in full or an agreement under Section 369(1)(b) MA to pay the arrears and costs has been made prior to the commencement of the auction, the said property will be sold by public auction at following date, time and place: Date and Time: Where:

May 15, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.

Town of Lynn Lake 503 Sherritt Avenue, Lynn Lake MB

After the final, the Gogal family’s Brad Gogal, Gerard Lamontagne, along with Sara Otto and Marc Jackson (representing trophy sponsors the Wooley Family and The Underground Press) presented the Gogal Cup to the Chiefs … they all took turns hoisting and drinking from it. Brad Gogal and Gerard Lamontagne later presented the winning team with personal cooler bags emblazoned with the tournament logo.

The idea for the MGM tournament came about in 2013, when Gerard Lamontagne and a few others were tossing around some ideas for the Winter Whoot weekend. Lamontagne said it was initially going to be called the Main Street Road Hockey Tournament. However, a suggestion was made that if it was a memorial tournament, it would be more of an event and there would likely be better participation. “Right away I thought of Mark and said, ‘How about the Mark Gogal Memorial Main Street Road Hockey Tournament?’” Lamontagne explained. Mark’s brother Brad was all for it and

has donated prizes as well as participated every year since.

All the proceeds go to Sara and Ethan’s (Mark’s children) trust fund.

Most everyone in the community can recall the stark and sudden sorrow that gripped Snow Lake as the afternoon hours of Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012 unfolded.

That was when Mark Gogal, a well-respected pilot, father and friend to many, lost his life, and seven others were badly injured in a tragic plane crash. The community pulled together that day, both in getting the injured to care and supporting the families who were affected by the ordeal. Lamontagne, who gave the eulogy at Mark Gogal’s funeral, said after the inaugural tournament that it was something his friend would have participated in wholeheartedly.

Past versions of the MGM have drawn many of Mark Gogal’s friends from outside the community; this year’s was no exception. Former residents, Brent Stiff (a mainstay attendee), Troy Woroniuk and Laune Prince

made it back and participated in the 2017 MGM. All three gents enjoyed themselves immensely and stuck around to take in the entire Winter Whoot weekend. “A little over $2,475 was raised for Mark’s children this year,” said Gerard Lamontagne.

“Not quite as good as previous years, but with the blizzard and the 40 below, things got slowed down a bit! Was an incredible night nonetheless and everybody had a great time!”

Of note, both Garnet Coulson and Bob Alcorn braved the elements to provide refereeing for the event and Connie Bartlett spent several hours, in the cold, cooking burgers on behalf of, and donated by, USW Local 7106.

There were two draws that took place on this night as well. The Snow Lake Minor Hockey draw for a large Lars Works burning of the Snow Lake Spartans crest was won by Brady Gaudet.

He promptly donated it to the Wilfred T. Lipton Arena. And Robert Stoupe won the 50/50 draw, which amounted to a cool $410.

Registered Owner: DOUGLAS MERVIN DENNISON Roll #

Civic Address

2014 Arrears

Costs

Total

9200

360 SHERRITT AVE

$891.41

$2,693.00

$3,584.41

Legal Description: AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 5 BLOCK 10 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV)

• The tax arrears amount shown above includes penalties calculated to the day of the sale.

• Costs will continue to be incurred to the tax sale date and added to the amount required to redeem.

• The property may be sold at the auction for less than the amount of the tax arrears and if this is the case, the balance of the arrears and costs owing is deemed to be cancelled.

• Contact the number below for veri¿cation of costs. Any overpayment will be applied to payment of subsequent tax arrears. Payment must be made by cash, certi¿ed cheque, debit card (where available) or any other form of guaranteed payment.

• For any inquiries regarding the tax sale process or auction, contact TAXervice at 204-734-6381.

• IF THE PROPERTY IS SOLD, THE SALE IS FINAL AND ANY INTEREST YOU HAD IN THE PROPERTY BEFORE THE SALE WILL BE EXTINGUISHED. • There will not be an opportunity to redeem this property from tax sale and a property transfer application will proceed immediately after the auction.

Dated this 28th day of March, 2017

Velline Afuang Acting Chief Administrative Of¿cer (204) 356-2418

This Notice is published for the purpose of effecting substitutional service thereof upon DOUGLAS MERVIN DENNISON, as set out in the Notice pursuant to Order of the District Registrar dated January 18, 2017.

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Look North Summits begin process of promoting Northern Manitoba investment Thompson RCMP Drug Tip Line

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For our northern economy to thrive, we have to change our mindset from grievance to growth, from entrenchment to enterprise, and from a mode of dependence to modes of

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES TOWN OF LYNN LAKE Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 15th day of May, 2017, at the hour of 9:00 AM, at Town of Lynn Lake, 503 Sherritt Avenue, Lynn Lake, MB, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: Roll Number

Description

Assessed Value

Amount of Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale

inter-dependence and independence. Our Manitoba government knows we need to listen to and work with residents of the Thompson area and all northerners to develop policies that benefit everyone over the long term.

We can learn from people coming together with our government to discuss ideas and to solve problems. A prime example was seen in the north early this week, when Growth, Enterprise and Trade Minister Cliff Cullen and I took part in the launch of our government’s Look North Summit in The Pas, followed by a presentation and tour of Canadian Kraft Paper Industries. After working with First Nations and various levels of government to avoid closure of this paper mill in The Pas, the new owners saw the value of the people in the north, invested in their operation and are growing their client base. People and businesses all over Northern Manitoba are benefitting as a result.

This summit in The Pas and two others in Thompson and Churchill this week were the next step of our

8100

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 3 BLOCK 9 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) 302 SHERRITT AVE

L -$1,100 B -$15,200

$6,529.68

8400

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 6 BLOCK 9 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 9023 WPM - 318 SHERRITT AVE

L -$1,100 B -$8,000

$4,007.39

8500

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 7 BLOCK 9 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) 322 SHERRITT AVE

L -$1,100 B -$14,700

$4,101.77

9200

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 5 BLOCK 10 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) 360 SHERRITT AVE

L -$1,200 B -$19,700

$9,269.41

11300

LOT 10 BLOCK 11 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM - 318 ELDON AVE

L -$900 B -$21,500

$4,999.16

13400

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 17 BLOCK 12 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 9023 WPM - 324 MCVEIGH AVE

L -$1,000 B -$10,100

$5,869.95

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 11 BLOCK 14 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) 433 SILVER ST LOT 9 BLOCK 17 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM - 484 SHERRITT AVE

L -$1,000 B -$7,300

$2,639.55

L -$1,100 B -$26,200

$12,226.18

Date and Time: Where:

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 12 BLOCK 21 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 9023 WPM - 519 HALSTEAD AVE

L -$1,100

$1,595.49

Registered Owner: JODY RATH

AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 4 BLOCK 31 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) 613 SHERRITT AVE

L -$1,000 B -$23,000

17200

21900

25300

35500

$9,786.55

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: x x x x x

x x x x

The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any property taxes not yet due.

The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.

If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the Town of Lynn Lake as follows: i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a nonrefundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale.

The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

Dated this 4th day of April, 2017.

MLA Report kelly.bindle.mla.office@gmail.com Kelly Bindle Look North Strategy for long-term and sustainable economic development in Northern Manitoba. Each running for two days, the three meetings involved businesses, industry, labour and communities and helped form partnerships to find opportunities for northern growth, development and diversification.

It was my pleasure, as well, to help kick off the Look North Summit in Thompson. Hosted by Look North Task Force co-chairs Chief Christian Sinclair of Opaskwayak Cree Nation and Manitoba Chambers of Commerce president and CEO Chuck Davidson, the event attracted a large number of people who shared their ideas for growing our northern economy.

These summits began the process of getting people’s

ideas out in the open, identifying barriers to growth and developing a strategy for our government in effectively promoting investment in Northern Manitoba.

Separately, our Progressive Conservative government is also making investments that support reliable and accessible public transit infrastructure throughout the province, and is helping to fund four projects in Thompson – transit signage, two new transit shelters and purchases of a new bus and handivan.

Our government will continue to earn the trust of Northern Manitobans by keeping our promises.

Despite a campaign of fear used by others, we will continue to protect frontline workers while fixing our province’s finances, repairing our services and rebuilding our economy.

SECOND NOTICE OF TAX SALE AUCTION TOWN OF LYNN LAKE Pursuant to subsection 367(1) of The Municipal Act (MA), notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs shown below in respect of the hereinafter described property are paid in full or an agreement under Section 369(1)(b) MA to pay the arrears and costs has been made prior to the commencement of the auction, the said property will be sold by public auction at following date, time and place: May 15, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.

Town of Lynn Lake 503 Sherritt Avenue, Lynn Lake MB

Roll #

Civic Address

2014 Arrears

Costs

Total

13400

324 MCVEIGH AVE

$1,081.21

$2,838.00

$3,919.21

Legal Description: AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 17 BLOCK 12 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM

• The tax arrears amount shown above includes penalties calculated to the day of the sale.

• Costs will continue to be incurred to the tax sale date and added to the amount required to redeem.

• The property may be sold at the auction for less than the amount of the tax arrears and if this is the case, the balance of the arrears and costs owing is deemed to be cancelled.

• Contact the number below for veri¿cation of costs. Any overpayment will be applied to payment of subsequent tax arrears. Payment must be made by cash, certi¿ed cheque, debit card (where available) or any other form of guaranteed payment.

• For any inquiries regarding the tax sale process or auction, contact TAXervice at 204-734-6381.

• IF THE PROPERTY IS SOLD, THE SALE IS FINALAND ANY INTEREST YOU HAD IN THE PROPERTY BEFORE THE SALE WILL BE EXTINGUISHED. • There will not be an opportunity to redeem this property from tax sale and a property transfer application will proceed immediately after the auction.

Dated this 1st day of February, 2017

Velline Afuang Acting Chief Administrative Of¿cer (204) 356-2418

Managed by: Velline Afuang Acting Chief Administrative Officer Town of Lynn Lake Phone: (204) 356-2418 Fax: (204) 356-8297

This Notice is published for the purpose of effecting substitutional service thereof upon JODY RATH, as set out in the Notice pursuant to Order of the Deputy District Registrar dated January 26, 2017.

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A quarter of MTS cell phone customers being transferred to TELUS

TRUDY CAMERON Trudy passed away on Monday, April 3, 2017. She was predeceased by her husband Gordon Cameron and father Harvey Collins. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother Velma Collins; sons PJ Cameron, Stuart (Sandra) Cameron and Brent Cameron; granddaughters Reegan Kabrud-Cameron, Jorie Kabrud-Cameron, Kylee Hunter, Alyssa Hunter and Emily Cameron; brothers Wade and Gary Collins; sister Cheryl Collins; As per Trudy’s request, no funeral service will be held.

About 100,000 MTS cell phone customers in Manitoba will receive letters in the coming months informing them that they are now TELUS customers after the April 1 closure of a deal between TELUS and Bell, whose purchase of MTS was completed in March.

Approximately a quarter of Bell MTS’s postpaid wireless customers and 15 dealer locations have been transferred to TELUS as part of the deal, which was required by the Competition Bureau to ensure competitiveness in the Manitoba market despite Bell’s purchase of MTS. The customers will keep their same phone numbers after the switch and have plans, rates and features

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As a result of the deal, new and existing TELUS and Koodoo customers will have access to an enhanced network in more places in Manitoba, TELUS says, and access to the same 4G LTE coverage due to a broader network sharing agreement between TELUS and Bell MTS. There will also be four times as many TELUS stores in the province than before.

“Demonstrating our commitment to creating a friendly future for Manitobans, we are making significant tech-

nology investments to enable unprecedented health, educational and economic opportunities,” said Entwistle. “Moreover, through our new TELUS Manitoba Community Board, we are putting funding decisions in the hands of local leaders to support grassroots programs and initiatives that will educate, inspire and empower Manitoba youth as well as build stronger and more sustainable communities for generations to come.”

TELUS recently announced that it would contribute $500,000 in annual funding to charitable and grassroots organizations in Manitoba through its new TELUS Manitoba Community Board.

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I am new to the north and to Thompson. I am originally from Southern Ontario and have had quite a learning experience over the last six months or so. I have a new appreciation for the term “cold” and the requirement to plug your vehicle into an electrical outlet when it is -40. But the one thing that never changes regardless of whether you live in the north or the south or wherever, are “people”.

The needs and wants of people remain the same wherever they live. People need food, water, housing, the ability to care for their families, and a community where they can feel safe and loved.

Now that sounds easy enough until we factor in race, culture, religion or non-religious, even politics. These same factors affect people around the world. It does not matter where you live: these factors play a significant role in how each of us are treated, how we are perceived, and how we perceive others.

Jesus was asked by the Pharisees “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “’Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your

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Spiritual Thoughts christiancentre@mymts.net Arnie Pedersen mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment.

And the second is like it: Love your neighbour as yourself.’” (Mt.22:36-39) And Jesus also states: 12 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets. Matthew 7:12 (NIV).

These three statements

by Jesus are very basic and simplified (I am limited in words for this submission) but they are statements that as Christians we must live by. As Christians it should not matter what race, culture, religion or non-religious, or even the politics of our neighbour are, what matters is that “we love them as ourselves,” that “we treat them the way we would want to be treated.”

In the six months that I have been here in Thompson, I have met many amazing people, some Christian and some not, but the majority of them

have this love for their neighbor, and the desire to help each other wherever the need is required.

I am inspired by the local churches and their desire to come together as a council (the Thompson Christian Council) and work for the betterment of the community.

It is important not only as Christians but also as a community to work hand-in-hand with each other to care and respect all who live in our community and since arriving here in Thompson Manitoba in October 2016, I have certainly witnessed it firsthand.

Arnie Pedersen is the Senior Pastor of Thompson Christian Centre Fellowship. He is a graduate of Rochester Crozer Divinity School in Rochester, New York, with a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry & Biblical/ Theological Studies. He is also a Certified Public Accountant.

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Temporary store being opened and supplies flown in to Brochet The Red Cross and the North West Company were already deploying disaster relief efforts for Barren Lands First Nation at Brochet by April 4, two days after a suspicious fire burnt down the Northern store, which was the community’s only grocery store.

The North West Company, which owns the Northern store chain, said a temporary store was opening in the community hall Tuesday.

“Our priority is to ensure

the community’s needs are met,” said North West Company sales and operations vice-president Michael Beaulieu in a press release April 3. “We will expand the assortment of everyday essential grocery products over the coming days and weeks, as renovations to the community hall are completed. We would like to thank chief and council of Barren Lands First Nation and the mayor and council of Brochet for their cooperation in working towards a smooth and timely transi-

tion to the temporary store.

We are committed to the residents of Brochet and in the long-term plan to invest in a permanent store.”

The North West Company will also offer Brochet residents a grocery ordering service through its ValuLots stores in Winnipeg.

Customers may place orders there by calling 1-800361-9680 extension 3.

“This additional service will ensure customers have access to an expanded assortment of products to meet their needs,” said

Beaulieu.

The Red Cross said April 4 that it was sending a planeload of supplies to the community, including hygiene supplies, infant goods, non-perishable food items and bannock-making supplies in co-ordination with other organizations.

Red Cross disaster assistance to First Nations is supported by the federal government so expenses

for the response are covered but the Red Cross says anyone who wants to make a donation to help the organization prepare for future disasters can go to www.redcross.ca or call 1-800-418-1111. People who want to learn how they can volunteer to help with future disasters can go to the website or call 204-982-7330.

The fire that destroyed

the Northern store in Brochet began in the early hours of April 2 and Thompson rural RCMP were notified of the fire at about 4:15 a.m. The RCMP is investigating the cause of the fire along with the Office of the Fire Commissioner and said in a news release that it appeared suspicious and was being treated as a possible case of arson.

MALL MA LL HOURS GOOD FRIDAY April 14th - CLOSED Saturday April 15th - 9:30 am - 6 pm Easter Sunday April 16th -–CLOSED Monday April 17th - 9:30 am - 6 pm

OBITUARY AIME JOSEPH ANDRE BRUNEAU

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March 11, 1935 – March 31, 2017

Aime Joseph Andre Bruneau son of Phillipe and Marie-Ida (Dionne) Bruneau predeceased, March 11, 1935 – March 31, 2017 with his loving daughter and son-in-law by his side, passed away peacefully at Health Sciences North, Sudbury, ON, at the age of 82 years, to join his predeceased wife Anna (nee Beaulieu) of 42 years into the loving arms of Jesus. To cherish his memory are his three daughters, Louise Stuart (Rick), Diane Rempel (Harvey), Carol Neill (George), Grandchildren, William (Will) Flight, Shannon Rempel, Kyle Rempel (Vanessa), Victoria Rempel (Kyle), sisters Sr. Therese, Jeanette, Denise, Elizabeth (Betty) and many nieces and nephews. Aime was predeceased by his Grandchild Scott Flight, brothers David, Andre, Ferdinand, Hector, Jean (John), Gabriel, Joseph and sisters Georgine, Helene, Claire, Marie, and his beloved great dane Dixie.

Aime was born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan and raised in Marcelin by his sister Helene. He moved to Sudbury after a brief military service with the Royal Canadian Navy and displayed two tattoos on his forearms.

It was in Sudbury where he met his loving wife Anna and they moved to Thompson, MB in 1963 shortly after their first daughter was born, and to raise their family. Aime had a passion and talent for working with his hands and creating purposeful objects and tools that were often sold throughout the community. As children, we remember our father making a small row boat from scratch with his own hands. He sold that boat, but went on to build many other projects like his two car garage, converted a school bus into a motor home, block and tackle, huge utility trailers, log splitter, windmill, wood burning stoves, and double wide snow scoop. Aime was always on the move, using his many skills as a welder, mechanic, carpenter, machinist, and stone masonry, to create endless projects. If Aime could imagine it, he could built it. Although he lacked formal education, I often remembered dad sitting at the dinner table with rulers and pencils in hand creating his own inventions, and on the rare occasions a poem or two. Aime spent more time in his garage than any other place, with coffee cup and cigarette held in leathery hands he would go to work scheming ways to deplete INCO’s scrape piles of the best copper and scrap metals. He was known by many Thompsonites to be an eccentric fellow, which some people admired, but most often he was making mischief for people in authority. He will always be remembered for his cherished school bus that was eventually developed into his travelling workshop, including a wood burning stove, and it could be seen traveling throughout the streets of Thompson with smoke billowing beyond the roof top of the bus. I hope our father can now go find his pot of gold! Memorial Service was held at Laugheed Funeral Homes, 252 Regent St. Sudbury, ON, Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 2:00pm. Interned with his loving wife at Sudbury Civic Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Canadian Mental Health Association – Thompson Region.

“He never had enough, but when he did he would give it away without a thought for tomorrow.”

- Daughter

THANK YOU Thanks to our family, Troy, Colleen and Tammy, grandchildren and great grandchildren for three fun-filled days celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary.

WE LOVE YOU ALL! Thanks to all who came from Ontario, Richer, Thompson and Sprague.

Iris & Herb Nelson L.R.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY

LEGAL NOTICE TO:

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01215 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $6,652.77 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson,

CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 201 • SERVICES

Tire Sales & Service Passenger - Light Truck - ATV Trailer - RV - Golf Carts - Forestry - Retreads - Section Repairs - Tubes Wheel Balancing - Repairs

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90 Hayes Rd. Thompson, MB Phone 677-3925 or Toll Free 1-877-677-9955

301 • HELP WANTED DOAK’S BULK FUELS is looking for a driver- class 1 or 3. In town deliveries and long haul. $25-$27 per hour plus benefits package. Send resume by fax: 204-778-4474 or drop off at 250 Station Road. 14nb-2-d

409 • MISC. FOR SALE CAL AND VIVIAN BONYAI will be at City Centre mall April 6, 7, and 8 selling honey and homemade jams and pickles.

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510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE COMBO WAREHOUSE/GARAGE/OFFICE Spaces for rent 16- Beren’s Rd., Bay 2, 1380 sq ft. Available Oct. 1/2016 Behind Eric’s Plumbing – garage space with washroom. Commercial sized overhead door in back with man door. For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516 Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing email: manager@friulirentals.com. 48-tfn-nb OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft. available. Cameron/Hoe building 81 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto.

204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306477-5668. 19nb-tfn-nb COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT AT SOUTHWOOD PLAZA. CALL 1-250491-3946 OR 204-677-2957. 06-tfn-d

606 • GENERAL NOTICES HOPE LOTTERY GROUP When the lotto Max reaches $60 million we play! members wanted. Contact 204-307-1945.

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Need to fill a

JOB?

REFINISH TECHNICIAN HELPER REQUIRED Looking for an individual who is eager and energetic. Attention to detail is a must. Sanding and masking. If you have experience with drywalling we will consider training for this position.

Must have drivers license and be punctual. Health benefits and competitive wages.

LEGAL NOTICE

33 Hayes Rd. Thompson, MB

TO:

Development Fund for $3,592.25 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court

SERVICE ADVISOR Are you looking for a career and not just a job?

We have an opening for a service advisor committed to customer service excellence.

Candidate must be able to build customer relations and listen and understand their problems, concerns and service needed, prepare work orders, be organized, possess the ability to multi task, work unsupervised and work in a team environment.

Previous automotive experience is an asset, extensive training will be offered to the appropriate candidate We offer competitive wages and benefits package.

Resumes only please.

kayla@thompsonford.ca

PUB 55 ADVERTISE with us

call 204-677-4534

Pub 55 is now looking to hire additions in all departments to our fun, energetic team!

We require restaurant supervisors, bartenders, servers, cooks and janitorial staff.

Must be 18 years of age or older, reliable and enjoy working with people and being part of a team.

Experience is preferred but not required.

Church Services ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Shantha Gandamalla and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy Youth Pastor Colton Murphy Children’s Pastor Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye 677-3435 thompsonchurch.ca Sunday school 9:45 am, coffee time at 10:40 am Church Service at 11:00 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel Regular Hours: 11 am Church service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Pastor: Arnold (Arnie) Pedersen Sun. School 9:45 am • service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 service @ 11 am LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON Congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays.

Phone 204-677-4495 LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm.

LIGHT OF THE NORTH CHURCH 32 Nelson Road GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 159 Cree Rd 204-677-3000 Sunday school 10:00 am AM Service at 11, PM Service at 7 Prayer meeting - Wednesday 7 pm THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS everyone welcome Sundays at 10 AM 83 Copper Rd For more information, church tours or home visits call the missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr. - 204-677-3658 Worship services every Sunday at 11 am APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 Goldeye Crescent Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 3:00 pm Sunday school 7:00 pm evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm bible study followed by prayer time.

Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003 BURNTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH 39 Beaver Crescent Thompson MB R8N 1C5 204-778-4494 Pastor Lee Pickett Sunday morning service 11:15 a.m Sunday evening service 7:00 p.m Wednesday prayer meeting 7:00 p.m

Stanley Mercredi

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01212 has been filed against you by Communities Economic

FOR SALE BY OWNER 4 Minago Bay. Reduced to $100,000. If interested, call 204-348-7493. 34nb-tfn-nb

WAREHOUSE--STORAGE SPACE for rent, 73 Hayes Rd., 600 sq. ft. of storage or work space. Available Sept. 1/2016.

Off of main hallway with access to washroom, next door Iron Fitness. Hydro included. Tenant cost shares water. For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516. Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing. Email: manager@friulirentals.com. 28-tfn-nb4

Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

Hayes Autobody & Glass

or email

510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE

Manitoba on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to:

Email hayesauto@mts.net or drop off resume at:

Fax resumes to Kayla at 204-778-6700

505 • HOUSES FOR SALE

Roger W. Dysart

Please submit your resume in person at Pub 55 or by email to pub55thompson@gmail.com

Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

SAYISI DENE FIRST NATION BI-ELECTION FOR ONE COUNCILLOR NOTICE OF NOMINATION MEETING WILL BE HELD AT BAND HALL ON THE 30TH OF APRIL, 2017 AT 1:00 PM IN TADOULE LAKE, MANITOBA. FOR ANY INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT Electoral Officer Rachel Bjorklund via email: rachelcbjorklund2017@outlook.com Phone: 204-684-2022 Monday - Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) Deputy Officer Nancy B Powderhorn Phone: 204-684-2022 Monday – Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)

School District of Mystery Lake Change in Location for Regular Board Meeting on April 11, 2017 The Board of Trustees of the School District of Mystery Lake will be holding the April 11, 2017 board meeting in the library at Deerwood School.

Meeting time is 7:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome to attend.

Success for All

Faculty of Social Work

Northern Social Work Program 2017-2018 TMHA Representative Coaching Positions TMHA is now accepting applications for representative coaches for the 2017-2018 season.

Applications can be found at www.thompsonminorhockey.ca/page/ show/747662-coaching-resources They should be submitted to TMHA President Matthew Steeves at 175 Westwood.

The deadline for submission is April 24, 2017.

KEEP THOMPSON GREEN & CLEAN!

The University of Manitoba, Faculty of Social Work at Thompson has EXTENDED the date for accepting applications to the Northern Social Work Program. The deadline for submitting applications is April 21, 2017. The program is scheduled to begin September 2017. Students may complete the Northern Social Work Program as a fulltime or part-time student.

The program provides post-secondary education for Residents of Northern Manitoba, in particular those who have not had the opportunity due to economic and cultural reasons, lack of formal education, linguistic barriers or residence in remote areas. Relocation to Thompson will be required.

Individuals can apply either under ACCESS or EXTERNAL categories. The ACCESS category is for mature students, 21 years or over, who have under 30 credit hours of university level courses. The EXTERNAL category is for regular students who have 30 credit hours or more of university level courses and are in good academic standing. For both categories, applicants must have resided in Northern Manitoba for 6 months or more prior to the application deadline or have been a long term resident of the North.

For information or applications contact the Faculty of Social Work at Thompson at 204-677-1450 or No Charge Dial 1-866237-5509 or visit http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/social_work/ programs/ northern/591.html

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TIPI Insurance Partners is a Manitoba-based, First Nations-owned insurance operation specializing in all lines of insurance including property, liability, pension and benefits and many specialty products. We provide what we call, Total Community Coverage.

We are an economic development initiative of, and for, the communities. We invest heavily in training and career development from within our member communities. TIPI provides the highest quality products and services to our members. And, importantly, we are owned by many of the groups we serve.

JOB OVERVIEW Reporting to the Senior Member Service Representative (SMSR), the incumbent is responsible for operating and maintaining the Northern Manitoba Regional Office in the Thompson KTC Building. This position will appeal to those with solid organization and administrative qualities. Training for the role will be provided.

SKILLS AND DUTIES THE INCUMBENT: • must have experience working with MS Office and Excel • will be required to liaise with TIPI personnel in order to resolve issues with members • must have sound interpersonal and oral communication and service skills • will be required to maintain an up-to-date filing system • will be required to speak regularly with SMSR to review procedures • will be required to assist in organizing new member applications • will be trained for the position and be offered the opportunity to become licensed KEY COMPETENCIES: • Post Secondary Education with a diploma/certificate in business administration and/or equivalent combination of experience and education • High organization and multi-tasking skills • Energetic, self-motivated and results-oriented Interested applicants are requested to submit a personal résumé and cover letter and three references to: info@tipipartners.com or fax to 204 949 3503 Attention: Human Resources

by May 1, 2017.

Optical Assistant

ADVERTISING CONSULTANT REQUIRED We’re looking for someone to join our existing sales team! Full-Time Position

Applicant should be highly motivated, well organized, and possess excellent people skills. He/she should be a selfstarter who is capable of working within and meeting deadlines. The successful candidate will be capable of offering professional sales service to his/or her clients in order to develop and maintain business relationships.

Basic computer knowledge is required. A valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation are required. Prior sales experience of advertising or promotional materials would be an asset, but is not necessary. The Thompson Citizen is willing to train. Competitive wages, health benefits.

The interest of all applicants is appreciated, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send resume and references, along with a cover letter, to: Lynn Taylor, General Manager, Thompson Citizen, Box 887, Thompson, MB R8N 1N8 Drop off: 141 Commercial Place, Thompson, MB Email: generalmanager@thompsoncitizen.net Fax 677-3681

THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

Permanent Full-time / Shift work

Carol A. Buchberger, Human Resource Manager Opaskwayak Health Authority Box 10280, 245 Waller Road, Opaskwayak, MB R0B 2J0 Email: carol.buchberger@ocnhealth.com Please mark all correspondence “CONFIDENTIAL” Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Now Hiring For: Employment & Training Counselor – Thompson MMF Thompson Regional Office in Thompson, MB The Metis Employment & Training Department (MET) seeks to fill a full-time Employment & Training Counselor position located at the Thompson Regional Office in Thompson, MB; remuneration is $27,080 - $39,159 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

For a complete list of required Skills and Qualifications please visit: www.mmfemployment.ca or www.mmf.mb.ca

Job Summary Reporting to the Nurse Manager the CHN is responsible for promoting, protecting & preserving the health of OCN community members through services directed to individuals, families, or groups across the life span in a continuous rather than episodic process; applies appropriate strategies to prevent injuries, chronic & communicable diseases & address environmental issues; supports reproductive / sexual health, health of postpartum women, infants & families; respects diversity, self-determination, empowerment & community participation.

Your application will not proceed to interview without the above information. To obtain a complete job description, for additional information or to apply for this position please contact or submit your application to:

MANITOBA METIS FEDERATION INC.

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes but not limited to: health and dental insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short term and long term disability and a retirement savings plan.

Equipment Operator

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Resumes can be dropped off at Thompson Eye Care in the Westwood Mall or emailed to tammie@thompsoneyecare.ca.

Preference will be given to qualified Metis applicants. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and self-identify on their resume.

The MMF appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals considered for an interview will be contacted.

Help Wanted

Applications Must Include: • A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements • Resume • Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) • Three professional letters of reference (colleague, supervisor or manager) – or – contact information for same (include position / title, current place of employment, phone number & email • Criminal record check & child abuse registry checks (or indication that they have been applied for) • Personal contact information (phone & email)

Competitive wages and some flexibility in hours to the right candidate. Approx. 30hrs/week.

Employment and Training Counselor – Thompson, MB

Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Community Health Nurse (CHN).

Position Requirements: Baccalaureate Degree – Nursing • Completion of the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Skills Enhancement for Public Health Program (preferred) • CRNM – Active Registration • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License & daily access to a vehicle • Criminal record & child abuse registry check • 2 years related experience in Public Health Nursing or related field in nursing with emphasis on health protection, illness prevention, health promotion & community development • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook • Satisfactory employment record including attendance at work

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Closing date for applications is April 21, 2017

We thank all those who apply. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Community Health Nurse (2 position)

Thompson Eye Care is looking for a hardworking, fashion-forward individual to join our team. The successful candidate will be friendly and have excellent communications skills, in person, in writing and on the phone. We are willing to train, however, office and/or retail experience is an asset.

Please forward covering letter and resume by Tuesday, April 18, 2017 to the MMF Metis Employment & Training Department, 300-150 Henry Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7, email to: metresumes@mmf.mb.ca or fax to (204) 947-3251.

For the Thompson Regional Airport Authority Qualifications: Applicants must have experience operating heavy equipment.

Incumbent must have a valid class 3 driver’s license with the ability to obtain airbrakes. Must be able to manage and prioritize his/her workload. Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills and proven ability to work co-operatively in a team environment are essential. Knowledge in the aviation industry would be an asset. Incumbent must have a clean driver’s abstract record for seven years and provide a clean criminal record check.

Duties: Reporting to the Operation Manager the incumbent must be willing to be deemed proficient and operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment will include trucks, front-end loaders, graders, snowblowers, sweepers and other pieces of equipment. Incumbent must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures. The incumbent will also provide regular maintenance to airport grounds including brush cutting, lawn mowing, painting and minor repairs to buildings and fences as well as assist in road and runway maintenance, assist maintenance staff in various duties as required and operate small equipment and hand tools. The incumbent must be willing to work within and comply with all Transport Canada aviation related safety and security regulations.

Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume how they meet the qualifications of the position.

Incumbent will be subjected to shift work including weekends.

Starting salary is $26.62 per hour. Closing date will be April 14th, 2017.

Apply by mail to:

Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 Fax: 204-778-6477 Maggie.taylor@fly-yth.ca

The School District of Mystery Lake FACILITIES MANAGER POSITION The School District of Mystery Lake invites applications for the position of Facilities Manager.

The School District of Mystery Lake is situated approximately 800 kilometers north of Winnipeg in the ruggedly beautiful Canadian Shield, home to pristine rivers, lakes, wildlife and forest. The head office and only community within the School District is the vibrant city of Thompson, Manitoba, the Hub of the North. The School District has seven schools, 3100 students and an annual operating budget of $44 million dollars.

Due to a retirement we are looking for a Facilities Manager. A considerable component of this position will be to oversee major facilities projects. The Facilities Manager will develop and implement ongoing capital improvements and also lead our maintenance/custodial services staff.

The preferred candidate must possess: The successful candidate will have a record of success leading staff in the custodial, maintenance and construction fields, experience in managing small and large scale building projects, certification in and knowledge of building systems, particularly mechanical systems, comfort working in a unionized work environment and a service orientation that values our students and community. A professional engineering qualification would be an asset.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Comprehensive benefits package.

The school district will be pleased to accept all applications; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Superintendent of Human Resources and Policy.

Employment is conditional upon successful clearance through Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Records Check. Responsibility for acquiring these lies with the employee.

Please send your cover letter, resume and references by Friday, April 14, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. to: Angele Bartlett. Superintendent of Human Resources & Policy School District of Mystery Lake 408 Thompson Drive North, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0X7 Phone: 204-677-6154 Email: employment@mysterynet.mb.ca

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