December 16 2016

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Friday, December 16, 2016

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Federal government asked to nationalize Port of Churchill Churchill-Keewatinook Aski NDP MP held a press conference with three laid-off Port of Churchill workers and union representatives in Ottawa Nov. 13 to demand federal action to save the Northern Manitoba port.

“Our message to the prime minister is clear,” said Ashton in a press release. “It is time for his government to step up to the American billionaire who is holding our port and our North ransom. It’s time to take our port back.

“We need the federal government to stand up for us and our community by saving the Port of Churchill,” said former Port of Churchill worker Dawne Palmer.

Also present at the press conference were Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE) Prairies/North regional vice-president Teresa Eschuk and Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) Prairies regional executive vicepresident Marianne Hladun. The UCTE is a component of the PSAC, which represents more than 170,000 workers across Canada, including more than 60 workers who were employed at the Port of Churchill.

“Churchill workers came to Ottawa to ask the Liberal government to support the port and invest in the community,” said Eschuk. “There needs to be a long-term strategic solution for this community.”

“We are calling on the federal government to bring the Port of Churchill back as a national asset so that it can return to full operation in 2017 and for generations to come,” said Hladun. “This community and our members deserve nothing less.”

The group wants the federal government to convert the Port of Churchill into a port authority under federal jurisdiction, which would allow community and government representatives to sit on the board and ensure that the port is accountable to stakeholders such as municipalities and indigenous communities instead of just to corporation shareholders. The federal transport minister can amend the list of regulated port authorities by order-in-council under the Canada Marine Act. Denver-based OmniTrax, which bought the Port of Churchill and the Hudson Bay Railway in Northern Manitoba in 1997 announced in July that no grain would be shipped out of Churchill this shipping season, resulting in layoffs and job losses equivalent to about 10 per cent of the Hudson Bay port town’s population.

Ashton brought up the issue again later in the day during question period in the House of Commons.

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Public Service Alliance of Canada Churchill-Keewatinook Aski NDP MP Niki Ashton, right, held a press conference with laid-off Port of Churchill employees and representatives of the union that represents them in Ottawa Dec. 13 to ask the federal government to convert the port to a port authority under federal jurisdiction.

“Today on the hill we are joined by laid-off port workers who came all the way from Churchill to fight for our port,” she said. “The closure of the port is devastating for Churchill and for our north but what’s the Liberal record?

They privatized it and are doing nothing to reopen it. This is about standing up for our country so when will the prime minister stand up to the American billionaire who’s holding Churchill and our north for ransom? When will he stand up for Churchill for our north and for Canada?”

Liberal Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Navdeep Bains said the government was working with Manitobans to resolve the port closure.

“I visited Churchill,” Bains said. “I had an opportunity to meet with the northern delegation, I had an opportunity to have a town hall session where we met members from the community to hear their concerns and put forward a plan going forward. That plan includes $4.6 million for regional economic development. We’re focusing on tourism, Arctic research, we’re looking at ways to diversify the economy create jobs and opportunities because Churchill’s important for the north and it’s important for Canada and our government is committed to that region.”

The federal government announced $4.6 million for economic development projects in the Churchill region Sept. 30 but did not commit to nationalizing the community’s port.

Bains, whose portfolio includes Western Economic Diversification Canada, said that organization would oversee the funding, and that the federal government would work with the provincial government and the community to explore potential projects to bring good-paying long-term jobs to Churchill and other Northern Manitoba communities.

A Winnipeg Free Press-Probe Research poll conducted in September found that 67 per cent of Manitobans supported the federal government taking over the port and railway, with 21 per cent opposed. Winnipeg residents and NDP supporters were even bigger supporters of nationalization, at 71 per cent and 85 per cent respectively, while those least supportive of such a move included rural residents at 25 per cent and those with annual household incomes greater than $100,000, at 27 per cent. The poll found no statistical differences in support between aboriginal and non-aboriginal respondents.

CBC reported that OmniTrax is suing the Manitoba government for $1,732,655 in operating losses as well as additional damages and interest, saying former NDP Premier Greg Selinger’s government guaranteed it would cover the company’s operating losses in 2015. The government was due to make the payment by April 29 of this year, 10 days after the NDP’s 17-year stretch as government ended when the Progressive Conservatives won the election and Brian Pallister became premier. OmniTrax says it has answered all of the questions asked of it by the new provincial government but that no payment has been forthcoming.

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Thank You

Thank you to all the supporters who contributed to the Makosewi Kisikaw Feast at Wapanohk Community School: MB Hydro, Giant Tiger, Lone Wolf Café – Meridian Hotel, Tim Hortons, RA Distributors, Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre, Family Foods, Thompson Guide Mobile App, JC Photography, Music Makers ProducǷions, Great Canadian Dollar Store, Carrie Oke, Safeway, M&M Food Market, RDPC Food Services, staǰf, students and parents of Wapanohk Community School.

Rotary Exchange students explore Churchill

MP Niki Ashton’s Holiday Open House Tuesday December 20

Please join me from 4-6pm at 305-83 Churchill Dr. Thompson 204-677-1333

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Thompson’s visiting Rotary Exchange student, Amelie Depret, recently joined 20 other Rotary exchange students to visit Churchill at the end of October, providing the French student with the opportunity to experience Northern Manitoba at its most majestic.

The students visited the Churchill Northern Studies Centre to learn about polar bears and their natural environment, before taking to the back roads on a buggy to (successfully) find some bonafide bears. Depret also had the opportunity to visit the Prince of Wales Fort, as well as a tour around the town including the Arctic Trading Post.

This is the second year that the Rotary Club has organized the Churchill trip for Rotary exchange students. “It’s very unique to our district, and our region in the Rotary world,” noted Rotarian Cristin Smook, who was among the nine Rotarians to accompany the students. “It’s become very popular with not only our students, but our Rotarians.”

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THOMPSON FREE CURLING FOR SENIORS: Wednesdays and 1 - 3 pm. Started October 19. Contact Wally at 204-778-7270.

COFFEE HOUSE SERIES: Local musicians and a variety of styles. Snacks, coffee, friends & fun. St. Andrew’s Church, 249 Thompson Drive (across from RDPC). Everyone welcome. Donations collected at the door. Contact Lynn 6701597 or Penny 679-0496 for info or to perform. Join us the 4th Saturday of every month.

ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING are important first steps when making career or educational decisions. The YWCA Assessment Centre can help you begin.

We offer an assortment of high quality assessments for adults interested in upgrading, making career choices or preparing for the GED exam. The YWCA Assessment Centre offers a full range of Career Development Services FREE of charge. For more information or to make an appointment call 204-778-1208.

ARE YOU PREGNANT? STRUGGLING WITH USE OF EITHER ALCOHOL OR DRUGS? InSight Mentoring can help. This is a free service available to women that are pregnant or may have given birth in the past year. InSight Mentoring can help you identify your goals and help you achieve them. Please call 204-6775372 or 204-778-1521 between 8:30-4:30 pm for more information.

IF YOUR LOVED ONE or friend has a problem with alcohol, and you need help, join the Alanon group meeting at 1079 Cree Rd at the Nickel Group trailer, across from Co-op Gas, Wed at 8 pm. Call Wendy at 204-778-7841 for information.

DO YOU HAVE A DISABILITY? Are you looking for employment or work experience and have a disability? The Thompson Supported Employment Program (TSEP) provides a comprehensive variety of quality employment services to persons with disabilities as well as acting as a resource to local progressive employers. For more information or to book an appointment: contact Thompson Supported Employment Program at 204-677-8322.

BABIES BEST START Nutrition program for pregnant women and new moms (Post natal new moms Wednesdays 1:30- 3:30 pm. Pregnant moms (pre-natal) Thursday 1:30 - 3:30 pm. High school Tuesday 12 pm - 1:10 pm. Phone 204677-4431. 125 Commercial Place, Thompson.

Chiefs and RCMP discuss northern First Nations policing during forum at RCMP headquarters Northern Manitoba chiefs and RCMP officers got together at RCMP headquarters Dec. 13 for a forum to discuss investigations, fentanyl and community safety plans.

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Grand Chief Sheila North Wilson and 18 MKO chiefs met with Assistant Commissioner Scott Kolody, commanding officer of the RCMP in Manitoba, as well as investigators from Project Devote, an RCMP and Winnipeg Police Service task force focusing

on missing and murdered exploited persons, and also representatives of the Centre for Child Protection.

“Policing is one of the very important and necessary services in our First Nations communities to ensure the safety and security of our citizens,” said North Wilson in a press release.

“This forum is an important step forward where we are improving communication, working towards safer communities and enhanced relationships between our people and the RCMP.” The forum lasted all

day and included open discussion about policing in northern First Nations communities along with a pow wow performance by youth from William Whyte School.

“This forum was an important opportunity for us to discuss issues that are impacting our First Nations communities,” said Scott Kolody. “By getting together today and listening to each other, we have set a foundation for improved communications and a stronger working relationship.”

Corrections The article “Nelson House personal care home workers’ strike approaching end of second week” that appeared on Page 1 of the Dec. 9 Nickel Belt News misspelled MGEU president Michelle Gawronsky’s first name. The Nickel Belt News apologizes for the error. The MGEU has also clarified that workers have been on the picket line four hours per day, not four hours on weekdays and four to eight on weekends, and that there have been some talks between the workers and the employer over the past month.

In the article “Five people charged, another at large after drugs seized in Grand Rapids and Chemawawin,” which appeared on Page 2 of the Dec. 9 Nickel Belt News, RCMP misidentified one of the people charged – Jacob Wilfred Sanderson – as Jacob Wilfred Ducharme.

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Power outage while Hydro crew down the road no big whoop for Lynn Lakers

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Lynn Lake residents affected by a Nov. 30 power outage had to wait a little longer than they normally might have for electricity to be restored because Manitoba Hydro staff based in the town was responding to another situation in South Indian Lake.

“The drive from South Indian back to Lynn Lake takes two, two-and-a-half hours in our equipment,” said Manitoba Hydro’s public affairs manager Scott Powell.

The Town of Lynn Lake said via Twitter around 11 a.m. that day that the power outage was expected to last a minimum of four or five hours but the crew was back in town by about 1 p.m. and power restored by about two o’clock. The outage affected about half of Lynn Lake residents.

“The outage did force closure of the school for the day as emergency lighting has a finite duration, and the outage at the school was anticipated to extend past the noon hour,” said Lynn Lake Mayor James Lindsay. “Staff and students were dismissed at approximately 10:30 a.m. and instructions given that if power was restored by 12:45 p.m., afternoon classes would resume. As the outage only affected the southern portion of town, the Lynn Lake General Hospital was unaffected, nor was the RCMP, I believe. If it had, both facilities have their own backup generators to provide off-grid power in events such as these. Our municipal water distribution system was

briefly interrupted while our public works department resolved a small issue with the backup generator not starting automatically on grid power loss. I believe they had that problem resolved in approximately 10 minutes.”

Manitoba Hydro has staff in 12 different communities in Northern Manitoba, says Powell, including Grand Rapids, The Pas, Flin Flon, Snow Lake, Cross Lake, Norway House, Garden Hill, Gods Lake Narrows, Thompson, Lynn Lake, Gillam and Churchill.

“On occasion we may get a repair that requires specialized staff, like our apparatus maintenance people, and they would come out of Thompson, The Pas or Flin Flon,” Powell says. “If it’s a major repair we also draw from our line maintenance people in Thompson. We’ve got bucket trucks in a lot of locations like Thompson, The Pas, Flin Flon and Churchill. We’ve got diggers in Thompson, The Pas and Garden Hill. We’ve got UTVs, ATVs, snowmobiles in all of those operating centres and in some of the remote communities, says Gods Lake Narrows, etc. we’ll rent excavators and backhoes form the local bands if we have to set or replace poles.”

Although the Nov. 30 power outage came before temperatures in Northern Manitoba had dropped to their normally frigid depths for that time of year, Lindsays says Lynn Lake is equipped to deal with such situations even when the forecast isn’t as favourable.

“A number of residences

utilize wood-burning appliances as a secondary or backup heat source in the event of extended outages and being a small and fairly close-knit community, in the event of a long-term disaster, accommodations could be made voluntarily to ensure public health and safety,” he says. “Facilities like the RCMP office and Lynn Lake General Hospital, and Manitoba Hydro office have generators already in place in the event of such emergencies. Of course, if an outage were of the ‘disastrous’ nature requiring in excess of 1224 hours or more to remedy, we would consider declaring a local state of emergency, activate our emergency plan, and start the process of evacuation of all but essential service individuals.”

Other off-the-grid facilities that could be pressed into service if necessary include temporary shelters such as exploration tents and garages with alternate heating sources as well as cabins in Lynn Lake that only have non-electrical heating.

The community is also well-stocked with human resources to deal with emergency or potential emergency situations, the mayor says.

“We do have a dedicated and knowledgeable volunteer fire department, as well as additional available emergency support from organizations like our local and neighbouring Canadian Ranger Patrol Group members, as well as organizations most would not immediately consider as playing a large role in

Fur table illustrates unique culture of Thompson and the north I’m happy to announce, on behalf of Rochelle Squires, Minister of Sport, Culture and Heritage, that $4,300 from the 2016-17 Rural Library Technological Sustainability Grant program has been approved for the Thompson Public Library to assist, maintain and upgrade resources for library patrons. As well, $9,200 has been approved for the City of Thompson for the 201617 fiscal year in support of multidisciplinary arts programming and activities that contribute to the vitality and cultural life of Northern Manitoba.

It’s also my pleasure to welcome trappers from all over the north to the Thompson Fur Table this Friday and Saturday.

This annual event was initiated in the 1970s by

MLA Report kelly.bindle@leg.gov.mb.ca Kelly Bindle the province to provide northern trappers with an opportunity to get better prices for their raw pelts.

Trapping is a northern tradition, rich in history, and trappers are recognized and appreciated as stewards of their resource. Run by the Manitoba Trappers Association, the Thompson Fur Table is the last remaining fur auction of its kind in North America. The twoday event is usually held just before Christmas and is a time for fam-

ilies to meet with distant friends, learn about new furbearer harvesting and management techniques, and do some shopping before returning to their communities.

Events such as these illustrate our unique culture in the Thompson area and across Northern Manitoba, a region which our new government is working to promote and strengthen as we continue to fix our finances, repair our services and rebuild our economy.

the event of emergencies, like the Lynn Lake Friendship Centre,” Lindsay says.

“Their support in provision of additional supports to our community over many years has been invaluable, and if you ever find yourself in need of feeding and sheltering a large number of people, they are very close to the top of the list for us to call on if we encounter a disaster situation to assist organization and provision of emergency social services.”

While dealing with a power outage of even a few hours’ duration is never ideal in a place where temperatures can drop 40 degrees or more below zero without even accounting for the wind chill, Lindsay

says Lynn Lakers are very capable of toughing it out.

“It would of course be preferable to have resources such as backup generators available at all public facilities such as our arena, fire hall, municipal works garage, and school, as well as at privately owned facilities like the Corner Pocket Hall (formerly Royal Canadian Legion Branch 236), but these are all very expensive propositions, requiring not only a large capital investment from public and private entities, but also ongoing maintenance costs for any such equipment,” said Lindsay. “At the end of the day, living here at the end of the Life Is A Highway almost forces people to consider ‘what

if? ’ in the event of any disaster or service interruption on a fairly regular basis. Like most northern communities, Lynn Lake has a tendency to attract people who are looking for a lifestyle that is well outside the typical ‘urban’ and even well beyond the typical ‘rural Canadian’ experience. Very few people here actually complain about how challenging it is to find a half-caff espresso mocha latte with cinnamon and shaved chocolate. Most of them can make you a perfectly good cup of coffee with some grounds, a few pieces of wood, snow and a clean soup can. Some people would consider that a drawback. Others consider it an incredible benefit.”

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Vehicle for Sale by Bid The LGD of Mystery Lake is oīering for sale a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, color Red. ~48,000 km. Has new Safety InspecƟon, including 4 new AW Ɵres.

Please submit wriƩen bid clearly indicaƟng amount, (excluding tax)bidder’s name, address and phone number by 4:00 pm on Dec 23, 2016 to: The LGD of Mystery Lake, P.O. Box 189, Thompson, MB R8N 1N1.

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MORTGAGE SALE The building and land known as 1157 Paint Road, Thompson, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No. 2353184/3 will be sold at auction by a licensed Auctioneer on Thursday, the 19th day of January, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. at 31 Elk Bay, Thompson, Manitoba.

To the best of the vendor’s knowledge, there is situated on the mortgage property a 1969 - 792 sq. ft. mobile home on a 37.90 foot frontage lot; home has wood siding, deck off the side; no interior information is available as the home remains owner occupied.

Property taxes are paid in full to December 31, 2016. The property is sold subject to taxes and penalties accruing after that date as well as Caveat No. 33795N/3 and 33796N/3 both filed by International Nickel Company of Canada Limited; Caveat No. 41071N/3 filed by Steelgas Utilities Ltd. and Utility Caveat No. 1015997/3 filed by Manitoba Hydro-electric Board & MTS Communications Inc. – all of which will remain on title.

TERMS: Deposit of $15,000.00 in cash, certified cheque or bank draft payable to Aikins, MacAulay & Thorvaldson LLP and the balance according to conditions to be announced at the sale.

Sale is subject to Reserve Bid which will be announced at the auction. If the highest bid does not meet the Reserve Bid then there is no sale.

Further information may be obtained from: AIKINS, MacAULAY & THORVALDSON LLP Barristers & Solicitors 30th Floor, 360 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G1 Attn: Jacqueline Ingrilli (204) 957-4779

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Some commercial fishers could lose livelihood if Manitoba withdraws from Freshwater Fish Marketing act, NDP says Federal and provincial NDP politicians held a press conference Dec. 9 to express their support for Manitoba fishers who fear that enabling withdrawal from the Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation (FFMC) may result in some fishers losing their livelihoods.

“Fishing is an integral part of the culture and local economy of many indigenous communities, but the Pallister government is ignoring their concerns,” said Rob Altemeyer, NDP MLA for Wolseley. “If the Pallister government continues on its present course, these communities will lose their livelihoods and the fishing industry will end up in the hands of a few large outfits.”

The provincial government announced in August that Manitoba’s freshwater fishers will soon have the option of marketing their products outside of the province themselves following the province informing the federal government that it will be withdrawing from its participation agreement under the Freshwater Fish Marketing Act. Fishers will still have the option of selling their fish via the FFMC, a federal Crown corporation, if they choose to, the province said.

Langford Saunders, president of the Norway House Fisherman’s Cooperative, says letting fishers withdraw could doom fishers like him.

“The fishing industry is going to collapse if the government continues with its headlong pursuit of pulling out of the single desk,” said Saunders. “We can’t survive if we have no way to market our fish.”

Commercial fisheries, mainly on Lake Winnipeg, Lake Winnipegosis and Lake Manitoba, as well as some smaller operations, generate about $21 million of income for Manitoba fishers annually through the sale of walleye, goldeye, northern pike, sauger, lake whitefi sh and lake trout to buyers in the United States, Europe, Israel and China. The largest single commercial fishing operation in the province is the Norway House Fisherman’s Co-op, which includes nearly 50 full-time fishers and catches about one million kilograms of fish per year.

The Pas NDP MLA Amanda Lathlin said making the decision to pull of the FFMC without consulting fishers is likely a violation of their indigenous rights and that there is no plan to protect small fishers and isolated commun-

ities if the FFMC folds as a result of larger fishing operating withdrawing.

“The premier’s chosen consultation group has admitted that their mission is a sham because the government had already made up its mind about leaving the corporation,” Lathlin said. “And while the premier claims he only wants to offer fishers more choices, that too, is a sham.

We saw what happened to small grain growers when their marketing board was killed and to the small hog producers when theirs was killed. They went out of business.”

The provincial government announced Oct. 17 that it has hired Signature Mediation as its fisheries envoy to help develop a way for Manitoba commercial fishers to withdraw from the FFMC and sell their catch independently.

The envoy will be responsible for consulting with fishing communities, indigenous groups and businesses to identify issues and opportunities as well as identifying new regulations, policies and systems that will be needed to create a new marketing avenue. The envoy will also help establish processes for fisheries management, such as catch and sales reporting

requirements, and make contact with private-sector organizations that want to develop fish-processing facilities and marketing co-operatives.

Meetings with fishers have been held in various Manitoba communities, including several in the north such as Thompson, Leaf Rapids, Norway house, Grand Rapids and The Pas and Signature Mediation is expected to present a final report with recommendations to the province in the spring.

“The Pallister government pretends it’s following the will of fishers as it proceeds with its plan to pull out of the Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation,” said Niki Ashton, Churchill-Keewatinook Aski NDP MP. “But this government is only listening to a small number of loud voices. The vast majority of fishers want to keep the single-desk marketing system. Pallister is ignoring their concerns.”

The FFMC was formed in 1969 to purchase and market freshwater fish from across Canada in an effort to ensure fair prices and stable market for fishers no matter how small their operation. It purchases fish from inland fishers mainly in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories.

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Snow Lake’s volunteer birthday brigade Most would agree when you see a fire truck rolling up your street, your thoughts and fears are for your neighbours and - until you do a cursory check of your own home - perhaps even yourself. That is of course unless you have a youngster, it’s their birthday, and the Snow Lake Volunteer Fire Department (SLVFD) is making a birthday party visit under a new promotion they offer.

Outside the normal fare the department deals with, like fires, vehicle crashes and extractions, the SLVFD has taken on a task that brings a bit of levity to a sometimes stressful occupation. They now offer a promotion that will see them attend a youngster’s birthday party – decked out in turnout gear and with the fire truck!

The department has done two of them as of this writing, one for Snow Lake’s Vincents family, the other for wee Farrah Galloway. Asked how the idea came about, Fire Chief Cory Anaka said it was almost by accident. He explained that one of his firefighters – Jordan Galloway – asked if he would take a child out for a ride in the truck for his birthday.

Anaka agreed and did so, but during that ride a couple of town council members saw him and asked if the department got a call. He explained what he’d done. Anaka said the councilors thought it was a nice gesture, but the chief wondered if there could be

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He felt the department should do it on a regular basis. “It gets us out into the community more often, and the truck gets out and is used a little more,” said Chief Anaka. So the “birthday brigade” was born!

The last party the department showed up at was for Farrah Galloway, daughter of firefighter Jordan Galloway and Sadie Stabback. They drove up in the truck, were met outside by the kids and parents. The crew gave all the children hats and took them for a short spin in the truck before bringing them back to the party and giving them a few safety tips. “I think this is a great service that the fire

Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of Sadie Stabback Birthday girl three-year-old Farrah Galloway and her dad Jordan Galloway and a shot of party attendees before their much-anticipated ride! department is providing,” said Sadie Stabback. “It was very easy to organize and I really have to give thanks to Cory Anaka, Danny Otto, and Farrah’s dad for suiting up.

Farrah and her friends really enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend it to other parents.”

In order for a parent or guardian to set up a birthday visit from the fire department, they need only phone the town office or the chief and give them the birthday specifics a week or so in advance.

If the chief is unable to bring the truck over, he will find a

member who can. They take the kids for a drive around the block, give them a small treat bag or when available, a toy firefighter’s hat. They use the event as a teaching experience as well. They ask kids specific questions on what they would do if there was fire and smoke in their home and explain when and why they should phone 911.

Anaka was asked what the members would do if they got a fire call during one of these parties, “Just drop them off on the side of the road,” he replied with a teasing smile. “No, we will never be more than a block

away from where we picked the children up. If a page came through, we would drop them off at the home and whip back up to the hall.” Anaka admits they would have the added benefit of the truck already being started and one or two members in full gear.

The chief says that he also gives tours of the fire hall, showing kids through the entire hall and explaining what each piece of equipment is for.

He normally has one or two people dressed in their turnout gear, to show the children what a firefighter looks like.

He noted, “If a child is trapped

in a room in their home during a fire and can’t get out, a firefighter in full gear could be very scary to them.”

During one such visit by a group of Brownies, Chief Anaka had another firefighter with him dressed in full gear, including a breathing apparatus. As he explained each piece and why the crew member wore it, he took it off his firefighter. When he was done, the Brownies could see that the firefighter was crew member Polina Gapotiy. “I told them they could grow up to be firefighters too,” said Anaka. “They all liked that.”

Spirituality of uncertainty I’m reading a book called “Rediscovering Reverence: The Meaning of Faith in a Secular World” by Ralph Heintzman.

The first surprising thing about this is that the author is a research professor in the Graduate School of Public and International affairs at the University of Ottawa. He isn’t a theologian, philosopher or minister.

This made me wonder what the book would be like. The second surprising thing is that he has an excellent grasp of theology and philosophy, and more importantly can write about it in a way that is clear and understandable if you aren’t a philosopher. He doesn’t assume that you know what he means.

He uses clearly defined words.

He brings clarity to the confusion many people have about religion and spirituality, writing: “Religious life is a deeper form of human spirituality. Just as spirituality is a deepened and more focused expression of the permanent and universal

instinct of reverence, religious practice is a deepened and more focused form of spirituality. A religion is a more organized, structured, disciplined, rigorous, historically rooted and tested form of spirituality.” (page 33).

I find that helpful when feelings of insecurity grip my gut, something that is happening more frequently in recent months. People feel insecure when there is uncertainty in their lives which can be caused by many things: relationships, health, employment, income, housing, political rhetoric, a need to move, loss, change, conflict.

Insecurity can lead to some destructive actions all of which are meant to protect us but which usually make the situation worse. I’m thinking of things such as “retail therapy,” addiction, bullying and scapegoating, hostility that tries to keep people away from us in our personal lives (violence) and in our community lives

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Rev. LeslieElizabeth King (racism, anti-immigrant attitudes), or even going emotionally numb in front of the TV or video games. When we feel insecure we try to regain some sense of control. We can become very strictly religious and squeeze out any possibility of God’s mercy, forgiveness and compassion. We can throw religion away and try to control supernatural power ourselves or somehow acquire angels or spirits that will serve only ourselves and our needs. We can throw both of these away and become completely pragmatic, taking what we can and ignoring the needs of other people.

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Insecurity leads to more insecurity and makes life really messy.

So what can be done about it?

There are some verses in a book called “Wisdom of Solomon” which is part of the Bible we Protestants usually call the Catholic Bible. It was written by a Jew in the Egyptian city of Alexandria probably between 30 BCE (Before the Common Era, or BC) and 41 CE (Common Era or AD). This was a time when the Jewish community there was dangerously threatened.

In chapter 1, verses 12 - 14a it reads: “Do not invite death by the error of your life, or bring destruction by the works of your hands; because God did not make death, and God does not delight in the death of the living. For God created all things so that they might exist; the generative forces of the world are wholesome, and there is

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no destructive poison in them,” (New Revised Standard Translation). This is a good place to start dealing with insecurity and uncertainty. “God created all things so that they might exist; the generative forces of the world are wholesome.”

About 50 years later the Letter to the Hebrews, in the Christian New Testament we read “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”

(11:1). By this time the early Christians were being persecuted. Christianity was illegal.

There was great insecurity and the details of the future were uncertain, but Christians were certain of God’s presence, guidance and help. Life wasn’t easy at all but they were certain that they were not alone. They lived in God’s world. And by sharing their spiritual experiences, their hope, their understanding of Jesus’ teaching that he came that people “may have life and have it abundantly” (John 10:10) they were better able to cope with the uncertainty.

When we stand under the northern lights in silent awe or are struck speechless by the vulnerability and strength of a newborn, and humbled by the depth of the cold in winter, we connect with the depths of our

human spirit. We rediscover the wonder of knowing that God created all things so that they might exist and that the generative forces of the world are wholesome. God has touched us. Our Spirits awaken. We are rooted, deeply, in this life God gives and we can hope for things we can’t see. And, we can look to Jesus who poured his whole life into giving us life in all its fullness.

Then we turn on the news and hear about more war, more political posturing, more crime.

Then we get a call from the doctor telling us we have a serious illness. Then someone we love dies. And the insecurity and uncertainty grabs us again.

What can we do? Practise the spirituality of uncertainty. What we experience of God’s presence in the world’s beauty and fearsomeness and what we have been blessed with through the good deeds of others, is all still true. Reach for it again. Invite Jesus to show us how to live fully despite the insecurity. Let the uncertainty lead us closer to God where we meet our only true source of security: in the love God has for us.

Rev. Leslie-Elizabeth King is the retired minister of the Lutheran-United Church of Thompson.

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Getting enough sleep

BY KYLIE MATECHUK Our sleep quality diminishes as we age, when stress levels increase or, of course, when we have children.

There are just so many factors to getting a good night’s sleep!

1) You lack routine. I honestly felt that I got more sleep when my children were babies. Now with my kids in activities, the “bath, book, sleep” routine is harder to enforce, but it’s still necessary.

The Sleep Foundation has a chart available (see inset).

For some of us though, it isn’t the timing. Some of us have problems falling asleep and staying asleep.

Exercise (preferably earlier in the day), your breath quality (read my article “The benefits of proper breathing”) throughout the day and through the night, your stress levels, hormones, mattress quality, and nutrition and meal timing all have to do with sleep quality. I used to believe feng shui was nonsense before I applied some simple techniques to my home that truly changed the way I felt. For instance, the head of your bed should always be across from the doorway to induce restful sleep. Try it out and see if it makes a difference.

2) If you are wide awake at night and find it really, really hard to get up in the morning, despite trying to establish good sleeping habits, you might want to

see your doctor to get your cortisol levels checked. This rings true for people who watch every hour on the clock. Before seeing your doctor though, make a note on how much caffeine, nicotine or other stimulants you are putting into your body on a daily basis. These all alter your stress hormones affecting your sleep. Exercising earlier in the day will also help with increasing energy in the morning and hopefully get you in a rhythm of gradually feeling tired as evening approaches.

3) If you are waking up between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. every single night, your liver might need a detox. See my article on safe juice detoxing.

I have and never will support quick fix or magic pills that advertise detoxing or rapid anything. Our bodies are meant to detox naturally.

However gentle cleansing and eliminating stimulants, depressants and poor food choices are all involved in safe and effective detoxes that everyone can participate in with their doctor’s and/ or pharmacist’s approval.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women cannot participate in detoxing, nor can people on certain medications. This supports holistic health’s understanding that each person is biochemically unique and therefore every recommendation needs to be designed individually.

4) Are you snacking before bed? When you are

asleep, your body is in a fasted state. (Thus the first meal after this is called breakfast – breaking the fast.) The fast helps provide rest and repair to our bodies.

When we put food into our bodies during a time where the body is preparing for rest, you are robbing it of the time and ability to heal itself. Your digestive system will be working hard trying to digest food making it very hard to stay asleep.

Give yourself at least three hours before you know you should be asleep, to cut the snacking.

5) If you’re like me and are involved in everything under the sun, you might want to consider doing a “brain dump” before bed.

These are when all those rambling thoughts creep up at night. We can’t stop thinking about them. Grab a pen and notebook (not using your phone or laptop). Psychologists actually support writing to feel this release of anxiety or pressure when we write it down.

Keep writing and writing until every task is written down. Then in the morning or whenever you have time next, sort the info into tasks that are first, second and third priority.

6) In the age of technology, a lot of us have our devices plugged in beside our bed. We use them as alarm clocks, and with most people moving away from having landlines, we use them as

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Adults need seven to eight hours of sleep. our primary phones. If you must have your phone in your bedroom, put it on airplane mode overnight so your sleep is not disturbed by the frequencies. This goes for TVs and computers. Turn them off when you go to sleep if you must have one in your bedroom.

Read a real book before going to bed instead of reading or watching something on your smart phone, laptop or watching TV. Give yourself at least half an hour before you want to be asleep without these stimulants.

7) Applying yoga and meditation to your evening routine has proven to be beneficial. A few restorative yoga postures might help you to wind down before bed. Once in bed, place an eye pillow (this is as easy as

using a clean sock filled with dry rice and mixed with 2-3 drops lavender essential oil) over your eyes for complete darkness. Place your hands on your low abdomen and deeply inhale through your nose as you feel the belly rise. As you exhale, feel it fall. Listen to your breath.

Play a guided meditation or have someone read something out loud next to you.

Sleep is crucial to your well-being. We shouldn’t have to depend on coffee (but it’s so good!) to function in the morning, or pop or chocolate to get through the afternoon.

Sometimes all the sleep in the world won’t help you feel rested if you’re truly unhappy or sad. I would suggest seeing a counsellor or a therapist to help you get

through some of these dark times, in conjunction with the above recommendations.

It’s a hard time of year for some of us. Take the best care you can for yourself.

As always, check with your doctor or health practitioner for any medical related questions. This information is to be used as a guide and not to replace medical advice.

Kylie Matechuk is a certified, experienced yoga teacher, registered in gold status with the Canadian Yoga Alliance, and director of teacher training at Mo Tus Nua Wellness, the yoga studio she owns and manages in Northern Manitoba. She is also a registered holistic nutritionist with a passion for pediatric and digestive health.

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Life is different at the end of the road

BY ROB SHULTZ Recently I travelled to Thompson, Manitoba.

Surrounded by boreal forest, this northern mining community is known for its harsh winters—with temperatures falling so low that automobile and aircraft engine manufacturers test their products there in some of the world’s most extreme weather conditions. It’s the most northern Canadian city connected by road in the region, where civilization ends and an untamed wilderness begins.

I was invited by Spirit Way Inc., a communitybased non-profit organization, working to build Thompson as the Wolf Capital of the World. This volunteer group has raised over $1 million for a variety of wolf projects. Arriving in Thompson, it’s clear to me that the people who live here have tremendous respect and appreciation for wolves. Streets and a walking path called Spirit Way are lined with statues of wolves painted by local artists, a 10-story apartment building proudly overlooks the city sporting a massive lighted mural of a wolf, and Spirit Way Inc.’s mascot is a spirited grey wolf named Timber.

Even two streets in town are called Wolf Street and Wolf Street!

Despite Manitoba laws that allow for the hunting of wolves from August through March as part of a big game (moose, elk, caribou) licence, a flourishing wolf population surrounds the city. Sightings of wolves are common, and few of the people I spoke with could understand why anyone would want to hunt these magnificent animals. On Spirit Way’s website, www. thompsonspiritway.ca, Thompson residents and tourists can post photos and videos of their wolf sightings. Each month a cash prize is offered for the best wolf photo. There are some remarkable photos to prove that wolves and wolf packs roam in this region of Northern Manitoba.

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Spirit Way’s gamut of wolf projects underway from public art, to a wolf statue GPS hunt, to youth education, to public engagement, etc. allows this community to live up to its claim of being the Wolf Capital of the World.

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The remoteness of the region and its harsh living conditions undoubtedly prevent the wolf-human conflict that commonly results from livestock and human population densities.

But credit also needs to be given to Spirit Way Inc., which has raised more than $2 million to promote ecotourism and cultural heritage in Thompson. Its work appears to be changing local attitudes toward wolves by teaching people to value the wolf as an important natural resource.

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when we work to enrich public attitudes toward wolves through education.

While local culture and remoteness give this community an advantage, its success has been fuelled by committed volunteers and community leaders who teach respect and understanding of the important role wolves play in a balanced environment. A message that the world and wildlife community should hear.

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Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Home Support Worker Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Home Support Worker Job Summary Reporting to the Home Care Manager, the Home Support Worker (HSW) is responsible for providing assistance & / or support through supervision or direction, to individuals so that they may managing their own care needs. The HSW functions as an integral part of the health care team & performs all duties in accordance with Home Care program as well as mission, vision, values, policies & procedures of OHA; ensures all processes follow OHA policies; works in a multidisciplinary team & may be called upon to assist with other duties within the scope of the department.

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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 (or indication that it has been applied for) Child abuse registry check (or indication that it has been applied for) Personal contact information (phone & email)

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: 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”

Lead Hand Maintenance 1 year Term with the Possibility of Permanency Kisewatisiwin (Thompson, Manitoba) COMPETITION NUMBER: 2622.12.16 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: of the Lead Hand include, but are not limited to: Responsible to provide and/or oversee preventative and regular maintenance/renovations to MYS owned and rented buildings. Perform work or hire qualified trades people to repair, maintain or renovate facilities in Thompson to ensure they are in compliance with all relevant codes, by-laws, licensing requirements and Agency standards, plan, budget and schedule facilities modifications including cost estimates, layouts, and contracts for construction and acquisitions in consultation with the Facilities Manager, Coordinate annual service inspections as needed (e.g. AC units, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting , furnaces, etc), ensure alarm and security systems are operational in all agency owned and rented facilities, participate in the development of the annual capital budget for the Maintenance Department ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum grade 12 education, or equivalent, minimum 5 years’ experience in building, renovations and/or facilities maintenance, trades certificate in carpentry would be an asset, valid driver’s license, emergency First Aid and CPR Level C Certification, experience working with a database.

SALARY RANGE: $33,707.76 - $50,060.03 d.o.q. per annum: salary will be pro-rated to the length of the term position. This position is also entitled to a Northern allowance equal to an additional five percent (5%) of the salary. 40 hours a week Monday-Friday.

Resumes maybe faxed, 778-7778, emailed, northern.careers@ mys.mb.ca, or delivered to 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 noon January 3, 2017.

MYS is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact Check. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about our other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit our website www. mys.ca.

Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Behavioural Health Consultant (Crisis Team) Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Behavioural Health Consultant to work in the newly developed crisis team.

Job Summary The Behavioural Health Consultant (BHC) is a key member of the crisis team; is assigned key responsibilities; practices organizational & cultural competencies to the highest level; supports crisis team members by picking up tasks as required (within a defined scope) in order to ensure smooth & efficient performance of the crisis team; provides support to the primary care integrated care team(s) as required; and carries a caseload.

Position Requirements: • Master’s Degree – Social work • 3-5 years of case management experience • 3-5 years of experience providing care to a First Nations population • 3-5 years of work experience in motivational interviewing • 3-5 years of work experience in social work, counselling or psychology • Child abuse registry & criminal record check • Motivational interviewing training • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook • Registration with the appropriate licensing body • Satisfactory employment record including attendance at work • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License & daily access to a vehicle Closing Date: Open until filled.

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) 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: 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.

McKay GM is accepting applications for the following positions: Service Department Parts Department YOU YOU YOU YOU

are looking for a rewarding career! have a valid driver’s license want to benefit from factory training want to work in the most modern facility in the north YOU want a competitive pay plan Apply in person to John Lougheed or to jlougheed@mckaygm.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: SPLIT LAKE SUB-OFFICE SPLIT LAKE, MB

Position: Child & Family Services Worker One (1) Full Time Permanent Position Reporting to a Unit Supervisor the Child & Family Services Worker is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection.

The duties would include managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/short term case plans, and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications: • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting • BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or combination of education and experience in a related field • Enrolled or interest in the BSW program is ideal • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values Ability to speak the Cree language would be considered • an asset Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must be willing to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing date: Open Until Filled A cover letter indicating the position applying for and updated resume can be sent to: Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees.

We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Check our job board regularly for the latest openings: www.glaciermedia.ca/careers

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wise customers read the fine print: †, (, ^, *, |, 5 The Big Cash Holiday Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating retailers on or after December 1, 2016. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,795) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailer may sell for less. †0% purchase financing available on select new 2016 models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Examples: 2016 Jeep Cherokee with a Purchase Price of $26,998 with a $0 down payment, financed at 0% for 84 months equals 168 bi-weekly payments of $161 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $26,998. ($13,000 in total discounts includes $10,500 Consumer Cash, $1,000 Holiday Bonus Cash and $1,500 Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash. Consumer Cash Discounts are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. $1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest/Skilled Trades Bonus Cash is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2015/2016 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg. Cab), 2014/2015/2016 Ram 2500/3500, 2014/2015/2016 Ram Cab & Chassis or 2015 Ram Cargo Van and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: 1. Current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram Pickup Truck or Large Van or any other manufacturer’s Pickup Truck or Large Van. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before December 1, 2016. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. 2. Customers who are skilled tradesmen or are acquiring a skilled trade. This includes Licensed Tradesmen, Certified Journeymen or customers who have completed an Apprenticeship Certification. A copy of the Trade Licence/Certification required. 3.

Customers who are Baeumler Approved service providers. Proof of membership is required. Limit one $1,500 bonus cash offer per eligible truck transaction. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. ^Jeep Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash up to $1,000 is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2016 Jeep Compass (excludes base 2BD, 2GD, 25D & 28D models), Patriot (excludes base 2BD, 2GD, 25D & 28D models), Cherokee (excludes all Sport models), Renegade or Grand Cherokee and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: Current owners/lessees of a Jeep or any other manufacturer’s CUV or SUV. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before December 1, 2016. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. Limit one bonus cash offer up to $1,000 per eligible transaction. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select 2016 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. |Up to $1,000 Holiday Bonus Cash is available on select new 2016/2017 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram or Fiat models at participating retailers from December 1, 2016 to January 3, 2017, inclusive. Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price after taxes or may be issued as a cheque. Maximum $1,000 Holiday Bonus Cash only available on select Ram 1500 and 2500/3500 models. Offer available at participating retailers. See retailer for complete details and exclusions. 5Sub-prime financing available on approved credit. Finance example: 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT with a purchase price of $27,595 financed at 4.99% over 60 months, equals 130 bi-weekly payments of $240 for a total obligation of $31,207. Some conditions apply. Down payment is required. See your retailer for complete details. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC used under licence by FCA Canada Inc.

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