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Northern students get educational tablets

Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of OLPC Canada Wabowden Mayor Reg Meade attends the presentation of tablets by One Laptop per Child (OLPC) Canada at Mel Johnson School.

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

More than 100 students in three Northern Manitoba schools now have child-friendly tablets to support their learning.

Mel Johnson School in Wabowden, Thicket Portage School and Pikwitonei School received the laptops through a joint initiative of Vale and One Laptop per Child (OLPC) Canada. Sixty-five are going to kindergarten through Grade 6 students in Wabowden, 40 to Thicket Portage and 15 to Pikwitonei.

The tablets are made with children and communities in mind and include pre-installed education apps to help students develop skills in health,

math, science, financial literacy and aboriginal languages, says OLPC in a press release. Each tablet can have up to three user accounts for students so they can progress though interactive lessons at their own pace.

“We appreciate very much the wonderful learning tools we received in our school,” said Mel Johnson School principal Roberto Romero. “Our gratitude to OLPC Canada, and Vale for making this valuable contribution.”

The Northern Manitoba schools are three of seven selected by Vale to join the OLPC Canada network this year.

“OLPC Canada provides Vale’s Manitoba Operations with the oppor-

tunity to directly support the learning of children and youth within the regional communities.” said Ryan Land, manager of corporate affairs and organizational development for Vale’s Manitoba operations. “It not only enriches the lives and learning of the students in these communities, but it also fosters the further development of workplace essential skills for the future workforce in support of our Northern Employment Strategy.”

OLPC Canada is a national initiative to help aboriginal youth bridge the digital divide and enhance education by providing technological tools for creative, innovative and selfempowered learning.

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A Thicket Portage School student displays her artwork on an OLPC Canada tablet.

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USW/Hudbay negotiations hit stride

Nickel Belt News photos by Marc Jackson Lalor Mine. Insets: Hudbay’s Rob Winton (top) and United Steelworkers’ Tom Davie (below).

OBITUARY My Take on Snow Lake

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

RENA MAE LAFRAMBOISE February 12, 1931 - February 12, 2015 With her family by her side, Rena passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer at the Long Term Care Home Unity, SK. She is survived by her son Michael Laframboise (wife Sophia), grandchildren Kurtis and Kelsie Laframboise, and daughters Lynn Siegersma (husband Glen), Trena Body, (husband Kenneth Kloster) and grandchildren Danielle and Trey Body. She was a loving sister to Delma Cuomo (husband Dan), Shirley Beaupre, Sister Deenie Farenzena, Chi-Chi Farenzena (wife Noella) and Sharon Lajoie.

She will be lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews and their families. She was predeceased by her parents Umberto Farenzena and Florence (Bellmore) Farenzena-Henry, husband Ollie Laframboise, son Wayne Laframboise and brother Father Frank Farenzena.

Rena was born on February 12, 1931 in Worthington, ON. She was one of seven children born to Umberto and Florence Farenzena.

As a child she loved to swim, play baseball and ice hockey growing up in Garson, ON. She met the love of her life, Oliver (Ollie) Laframboise and they began their life together as devoted husband and wife. They were blessed with four children, Wayne (deceased 1957), Michael, Lynn and Trena.

After moving to the Prairies, Rena accepted a position with Canadian Tire in Thompson, MB. fi rst as a cashier then as the manager of the sporting goods department. She took great pride in her work and spoke very fondly of the wonderful people she had the opportunity to work with over the many years. While in Thompson, she enjoyed numerous fi shing and camping trips with her family. She loved a day of fi shing and then enjoyed fresh pickerel fi llets for dinner.

Rena joined the bowling league and became a very accomplished bowler winning many trophies and having the opportunity to travel for various competitions.

A few years after Ollie passed away, Rena decided another move was in order and relocated to Luseland, SK to be closer to her youngest daughter, Trena. While living in Luseland she was very involved with the Catholic Church working as a volunteer and being part of the Catholic Women’s League.

Rena loved to travel and visit with family and friends over the years.

She did not hesitate to jump in the car and drive back to Thompson for a visit with Mike and his family and stop for a visit with friends along the way, or get on a plane to travel back to see her family in Ontario or visit with Lynn and Glen where ever they were posted.

She enjoyed travelling to other countries and learning about different cultures, some of her most exciting international trips were to Paris, West Africa, and Florida. Rena took great pride in her family and was very proud of their accomplishments. Rena loved to cook, whether it was just for the family or many of those friends her family brought home for the special treat of fresh homemade bread and soup on her days off. She loved to spend time in her garden and had a huge love of animals.

According to her wishes, a small private family service will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory can be made to the Unity Long Term Care Activities Fund, Box 741 Unity, SK, S0K 4L0 or the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. Cards of condolence can be sent to 2307 Sparrow Crescent Edmonton, AB, T5S 0G8.

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mjaxon@gillamnet.com Marc Jackson The community of Snow Lake has had a long affinity with Hudbay and the many workers who make their living through the base metal giant. When the company does well, the community and its residents prosper; so it goes without saying that those same residents are interested when labour issues – particularly around contract time – come to the forefront.

Hudbay and the various unions that represent their workforce are in the midst of negotiations, but not just any negotiations; this particular set come at the conclusion of a long agreement that assured the company and their operations would function without the threat of a lockout or strike.

Back in January of 1998, Hudbay (then HBM&S) held a poorly attended meeting of employees, business leaders, community, and town council members in the Snow Lake Elks Hall.

The purpose of that meeting was to explain the intricacies of what was at the time called “Project 2012.” In it, the company proposed to use the window of opportunity created by its good performance in 1996/97, to make a request of parent company, South African-based Minorco, to invest $1 billion into “Project 2012.”

The project was an ambitious proposal that listed among its capital developments: bringing Snow Lake’s Chisel North zinc property on-line; the 777 project; acquisition or discovery of a 10 million

ton orebody; increased capacity at the zinc plant, and addressing the smelter spill gas situation. At that time Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting was a company with historic losses; $5.7 million over the previous seven years, but during the two years leading up to 1998, things looked more favourable for the corporation, thanks in part to the Snow Lake operation and higher metal prices. Nevertheless, the “no lockout/no strike” portion of the contract carried through to this round of negotiations, which began Nov. 24 with opening remarks from Hudbay for the company’s biggest union – USW Local #7106.

The process itself involves a Hudbay negotiating team, which consists of three members, plus a recorder, meeting with seven different unions at five separate tables (three unions are meeting jointly with the company). Each table has varying numbers of union representatives; however, USW have the largest team, with a bargaining committee comprised of eight (seven members and one district union representative).

In order to get the perspective from both sides of the table, I asked USW Local #7106 and Hudbay to answer a series of five questions. The questions and answers appear below, with Manitoba Business Unit vice-president Rob Winton answering for Hudbay and USW Local #7106 president Tom Davie for the union.

1) MJ: Where do Hudbay employees sit as far

as wages, benefi ts and pension in comparison to others in the industry?

USW: At this point we are currently dealing with non-monetary issues, as far as where Hudbay employees fare in wages, pension, and benefits; we fall substantially lower than other companies in the industry.

Hudbay: Hudbay is a base metal producer and offers our employees a competitive wage and benefit package that compares closely to our peers in the base metal industry.

2) MJ: What has been discussed thus far? Has there been any agreement; has the process been supportive or adversarial?

Hudbay: This round of negotiations is very important to Hudbay, its employees, and communities; as such we have approached it from a professional, business focused basis. We believe the language in our current CBAs is appropriate and fair, and would like to discuss enhancements to pensions, wages, and benefits. We have received full proposals from five of our unions, having positive discussions with four of our unions. We have not been shared monetary proposals from two unions. One of our unions requested conciliation and that process will commence in the near future.

USW: To date the parties have maintained bargaining discussion to nonmonetary, dealing with important language changes that are advantageous to both parties. Negotiations did however start off fairly adversarial, but the last couple meetings have been positive with movement on both sides including some language changes being agreed upon and signed off on.

3) MJ: It is said that the company is displaying a lack of commitment to negotiate – can you explain?

USW: This statement obviously holds weight.

When you look how negotiations have transpired between Hudbay and the other unions. We as a committee and a membership were under the same impression until recent meetings, which have been very productive.

Hudbay: Hudbay is fully committed to achieving an agreement that respects the requirements of our business unit, ensuring we maintain the necessary fl exibility to sustain the business and be fair to our employees. We have been available to meet every day since negotiations began; unfortunately some of our unions have been unable to meet for significant periods of time.

4) MJ: Some are making claims that there are a large number of outstanding grievances … how many outstanding grievances are there in

Flin Flon/Snow Lake and what do they deal with in general terms? What stage are these grievances at?

How many are waiting for arbitration?

Hudbay: One of our unions stated grievances are of significant concern to them. Hudbay is firm in its belief that grievances are not to be discussed at the negotiation table.

However in the interest of achieving a process for an agreement, we took time away from negotiations and heard their outstanding grievances. Any further action required on the results of that process is in the hands of the union. There are a couple of scheduled arbitrations with our unions as per the language in our CBAs and the grievance procedure.

USW: Grievances are a major issue with all unions. The Steelworkers’ main issue on this topic is the length of time a grievance traditionally takes from start to finish.

Within our non-monetary proposals is language to assist in resolving grievances in a timely manner.

5) MJ: What in your mind is the paramount issue in this set of negotiations? (The union was asked if this is a strike issue.)

USW: This committee strongly believes that the paramount issue of these negotiations is whether Hudbay will live up to their end of the “15 year” agreement. These members and communities held up their part for 15 years to help Hudbay become the prosperous company it is today. As far as this being a strike issue, we hope Hudbay will do the right thing and negotiate a fair contract. A decision to withhold services will be carefully determined by the membership.

Hudbay: The paramount issue from a company perspective is ensuring our employees are awarded fair agreements while maintaining the flexibility to operate Hudbay Manitoba successfully in a challenging commodity market.

In addition to these questions, both groups were asked when they thought negotiations would wrap up.

Hudbay: We had hoped to conclude negotiations prior to the expiration of our agreements Dec. 31, 2014. We continue to be available to meet whenever the unions are free and look to reach an agreement for our employees in a timely manner.

USW: It’s difficult to pin down a specific date when negotiations will conclude, but with the progress that has been made in the past couple meetings the union feels that the bargaining process has hit its stride and could be concluded with a fair contract within a reasonable time.

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Grand Rapids pair win U17 badminton title at inaugural Norman Open

BY BADMINTON MANITOBA Lyndie Beardy and Eugene Kakewash of Grand Rapids Badminton Club won the coveted triple crown for the under-17 division at the first-ever Yonex Norman Open badminton tournament, hosted by Badminton Manitoba at Thompson’s R.D. Parker Collegiate Feb. 2122.

The fi rst Norman Open is part of Badminton Manitoba’s Rural Super Series, which now includes the Eastman Open, the Norman Open and the Interlake Open. Locally, the tournament was supported by Thompson KFC, which provided a boxed lunch for all participants and volunteers, and Days Inn Thompson who lowered their nightly fee to make it more accommodating for out-of-towners.

Beardy and Kakewash are a part of a thriving and extremely enthusiastic badminton club at Grand Rapids School.

Head coach Charles Lahaie is a teacher at the school and says that kids are playing noon hour and after school every day of the week. Lahaie has been rewarding his enthusiastic athletes by taking them to

club tournaments around Manitoba including the Yonex Eastman Open Jan. 30-Feb. 1 in Steinbach, this tournament and the upcoming Pal Chawla Manitoba Junior Open in Winnipeg March 19-22.

It just so happens that when you’ve got such a supportive teacher that a few athletes will come out on top. Beardy and Kakewash both compete in the U17 age division and have taken home hardware at both the Eastman Open and Norman Open. These two have been doing so well and the Grand Rapids School Badminton Club has been so active that the hosting committee for the Junior & U23 National Badminton Championships, which will be held in Winnipeg April 27-May 2, has decided to pay the entry fee for the pair to take part in the national championships.

“It’s extremely humbling and refreshing to see what coaches and chaperones, especially Charles Lahaie, are doing for the kids at Grand Rapids School,” said Ryan Giesbrecht, executive director of Badminton Manitoba.

“It’s exciting to see the kids gain confidence with every tournament they

enter.”

Grand Rapids had 26 junior athletes at the Norman Open while God’s Lake was represented by 16 athletes and will likely be bringing a team to Winnipeg in April for Badminton Manitoba’s Grade 7/8 school team championships. Also competing at the Norman Open were players from Thompson, Brandon, Winnipeg, Lac du Bonnet and Steinbach.

Thompson’s Arsalan Khawar was the tournament chair, with chief referee Janet Harrison, deputy referee Marj Niemi and umpires Ryan Giesbrecht and Rose Negrych officiating.

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Churchill holds public meeting about whale watching regulations

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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) are ďŹ nalizing a set of proposed amendments to the Marine Mammal Regulations under the Fisheries Act, and some residents of Churchill aren’t pleased with the changes.

Jeff MacDonald, director general of oceans and ďŹ sheries policy say these amendments contain a prohibition against disturbing marine mammals. “The existing regulations, as it pertains to whale

boaters must not disturb marine animals and that is the main protection for whales. The idea is that you can watch them but not disturb them.�

Currently the regulations don’t say exactly what disturbing a whale means, so the proposed amendments would see a boat not being able to get any closer than 100 metres from the animal.

For the beluga whale watching industry in Churchill, 100 metres is too far away says Deputy

Mayor Shane Hutchins. “It seems to us that the community there is trying to implement a national policy when it comes to marine mammals. It probably makes perfect sense when you’re talking about the east and west coast, the Atlantic Ocean and the PaciďŹ c Ocean, and the large number of tour operators looking at humpback whales.â€? Hutchins went on to explain that the Churchill River is just too small to be able to work with that 100 metre regulation.

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Around 40 people attended a public meeting on Feb. 11 about the amendments, and Hutchins says an association has been formed. “There has been a beluga whale tour association established that takes the two or three tour operators in the area that will be impacted and they are taking their case to a national level.�

MacDonald says the 100 metres is a standard guideline followed by the United States, and the whale watching eco-tour-

ism industry. “Whales are very big and very fast and can react in unexpected ways. We believe in the 100 metres, and at the same time still gives people the ability to appreciate whale watching.�

For Churchill though, Hutchins believes since the people operating the tours have been brought up doing this through the generations, it should be different. “The people that operate here aren’t revving their boats right up on top of the beluga whales. They

adopt common sense practices in terms of letting the whales come to them. The kinds of measures DFO are tying to implement are already being used in Churchill.�

DFO has been holding different consultations across Canada to get the opinions and concerns from people who work with marine mammals on a regular basis.

The town of Churchill still plans to continue talks to get the separation from whale to boat down below 50 metres.

Charges dropped against Norway House man who was shot by police

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

A Norway House man who was shot and wounded by RCMP at a baseball diamond in in July has had the charges he was facing dropped, Winnipeg media outlets reported last week.

Evan Cromarty had been facing charges of aggravated assault, break-and-enter and uttering threats.

Cromarty was shot July 20 by an RCMP ofďŹ cer while a pair of baseball games between Norway House and Cross Lake teams were being played at the Rossville baseball diamond. Cromarty was shot in the shoulder and

medevaced to Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg for treatment.

Cromarty’s shooting was being investigated by the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team.

Manitoba Justice ordered the independent investigation into the shooting.

About 300 people were attending the two baseball games and a number witnessed the shooting, some of whom recorded videos of the incident with their cell phones.

Norway House Cree Nation Chief Ron Evans told the Nickel Belt News at the time he was shown a smartphone video that appears to show Cromarty with his “arms up

and that the RCMP ofďŹ cer shot him. You hear four shots. You hear screaming.â€?

Norway House, with a population of about 7,500, is one of the largest First Nation communities in Manitoba. It is situated at the conuence of the east channel of the Nelson River and Little Playgreen Lake, 30 kilometres north of Lake Winnipeg and 292 kilometres south of Thompson. The population consists of 6,918 Norway House Cree Nation band members and approximately 600 community members living in the adjacent off-reserve community.

Cops seize 14 kilos of marijuana in trafďŹ c stop

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Acting on a tip about drugs being transported to Thompson, the RCMP stopped a vehicle on Mystery Lake Road Feb. 23 and found 14.5 kilograms of marijuana inside.

The vehicle was stopped by members of Thompson RCMP, the Thompson General Investigation Section and the North District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST).

In addition to the drugs, police seized two cell phones and a Chevrolet Silverado pickup

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of RCMP RCMP stopped a vehicle on Mystery Lake Road Feb. 23 and found 14.5 kilograms of marijuana inside. truck.

A man from Winnipeg who was driving the

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Frontier School Division launches firefighter pre-cadet program

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A new program was recently offered at the Northern Technical Centre on the Frontier Collegiate Institute campus in Cranberry Portage called the Firefi ghter Pre-Cadet Program. The program started last month with the first session. It’s a 6.5 hours per day course for three weeks, which totalled 110 hours. Frontier School Division and the Province of Manitoba Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC) developed this opportunity

ferent training specialists from OFC and the Frontier School Division.

The January program saw eight students, 18 to 22 years of age, from seven different communities come together to learn what it takes to be a firefi ghter. Included in that were courses about life skills like pride and leadership, commitment, discipline and teamwork.

In a press release, Frontier School Division said the students enjoyed the training. “The students’

level of interest and appreciation showed not only in the cadets’ post-course feedback, but also in comments received from their instructors and others involved in the course who noted the cadets’ politeness and respectful attitudes.”

Cadets earned emergency fi rst aid and CPR, certifi ed workplace hazardous materials information system, fire extinguisher training, smoke alarm install training, pump and house work, vehicle extrication, ground search

and rescue, rope work and public education.

Students summed up his experience in a pros and con list. The pros included hand-on training, good videos, making new friends, and good presentations. The cons were the weather conditions, the briefness of the course, and too little hands-on time and too many videos.

“The success of this pilot program is due to the combined efforts of many, who contributed space, equipment and other assistance. Much apprecia-

tion goes to the Caribou Lodge, the staff at Cranberry Portage Elementary, Area 4 office staff, the OFC, Swan River Fire Department, Cranberry Portage firefighters and the community volunteers from Cranberry Portage,” wrote Lory Neufeld, the course instructor and fire prevention officer with the Cranberry Portage volunteer Fire Department in the press release.

Grant Kreuger, technical vocational co-ordinator

with Frontier School Division, says the program will continue on, with more teaching to different age groups too. This will include younger ages as well as high school students. ”This will make them realize a job as a firefi ghter is a possibility.” The hope for the high school students is they also become volunteer firefi ghters with the experience they’re gaining in the firefighter pre-cadet program.

School District of Mystery Lake

$10 million for bridges in Oxford House

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Bunibonibee Cree Nation at Oxford House and the East Side Road Authority signed a secondary benefits agreement Feb. 20 that will see two modular bridges, bridge foundations and approach roadways constructed at a cost of $10 million over three years.

The Oxford House Road Authority will receive two contracts – one for $5.7 million and one for $4.3 million – to complete the work.

“This is a great economic development opportunity for our community,” said Bunibonibee Cree Nation Chief Irvin Sinclair in

a press release. “These bridge projects will create good jobs in our community, and the training and mentoring that come with it will prepare our workers for long-term work in the future.”

“These bridge replacements are strategic improvements to the current winter road system which help keep the winter roads open longer and allow improved access to the communities that use them to connect with Norway House while also being fundamental to the construction of the all weather road system,” said Ernie Gilroy, Manitoba Floodway and East Side Road Authority CEO. “The

East Side Road Authority is pleased to be part of this historic announcement.”

“This agreement will see the creation of good paying jobs for the people of Bunibonibee,” Eric Robinson, minister responsible for the East Side Road Authority said. “I am also very excited that workers will get on-the-job training in specialized job skills that will allow workers to compete for high-paying jobs in the future.”

The East Side Road Authority has committed $269 million so far, Robinson says, creating 600 job opportunities, 270 training opportunities and invested $86

million in local community benefits. The Manitoba Floodway and East Side Road Authority is responsible for maintaining the winter road network along the east side of Lake Winnipeg and is working to improve the road network with a view toward the eventual construction of an all-season road, while also extending the winter road season for area residents.

The provincial government pledged to spend $75 million a year to support the East Side Transportation Network in 2010. A permanent all-season road link to Bloodvein First Nation opened last fall.

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Keep Thompson Clean & Green

PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING March 3, 2015 On Tuesday, March 3, 2015, the School District of Mystery Lake will be holding a public budget meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Board Offi ce located at 408 Thompson Drive North. The highlights of the 2015/2016 budget will be presented. The public is welcome to join us at the meeting.

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MORTGAGE SALE The land and building known as 208 Brandon Crescent, Thompson, Manitoba, as described in Certifi cate of Title No. 2291077/3, will be sold by public auction by a Licensed Auctioneer on March 17, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Wayne Hall Auctions, 31 Elk Bay, Thompson, Manitoba.

The Vendor is informed that the property consists of a 2 storey townhouse dwelling approximately 1,152 square feet, with 5 rooms, living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms and crawl space basement on a lot with approximately 24 feet frontage.

Realty taxes (excluding any accruing water charges) are paid to December 31, 2013.

Prior Charges: Caveat No. 43054N/3, Party Wall Agreement No. 171076N/3.

TERMS OF SALE A deposit of $25,000.00 by way of cash, certified cheque or bank draft payable to Fillmore Riley LLP, and the balance according to conditions which will be available for public view at the Auctioneer’s address above prior to the auction. The property will be sold subject to a Reserve Bid of $91,350.00 plus such other additional and incidental costs which may be incurred by the Vendor from the 23rd day of February, 2015 to the date of auction and which costs will be announced prior to the commencement of the sale.

Further information may be obtained from: FILLMORE RILEY LLP Barristers and Solicitors 1700 - 360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3 File No. 400784-2657/MTU/sw(ehl) Attention: Susan Phone: 204-957-8382

Faculty of Social Work

Northern Social Work Program The University of Manitoba, Faculty of Social Work at Thompson is now accepting applications for the Northern Social Work Program. The deadline for submitting applications is March 2, 2015. The program is scheduled to begin September 2015. Students may complete the NSW Program as a full-time 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.

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Columnists

Putting our needs last and the needs of others first I heard a saying that people love the sensational. Wild, extravagant lifestyles. In ancient Roman times, people fought to the death for sport. The gladiators would re-enact certain battles in the arenas, and actually kill their opponents. The people obviously loved going to them, as the coliseum in Rome seated about 80,000 people.

Today, there is a different kind of sensationalism. In the movies that make revenues of hundreds of millions, there are story lines that allow us to sink into a different world for 120 minutes, and dream what it would be like to live an excessive, wasteful lifestyle in

which money is no object. We are drawn into these plots of billionaires burning money, gangsters killing and torturing and rookie cops who bring in major drug kingpins. We love stories that are not like our lives, which we tend to believe are run of the mill, ordinary lives.

We are led to believe that what we have and how we live isn’t good enough, that we should want to do more and buy more.

The modern music scene has certainly captured this desire, and is doing a great job of convincing us that because we don’t have a lot of time left on the earth, we should spend it living large, and not worry about the con-

inthian church, we find that the Gospel is going to seem quite foolish to people. That includes doing what the Bible says in regards to serving and livmidwaybiblecamp@gmail.com ing for Christ.

In the Bible, the letter to the Roman church says Cohle Bergen to bless those who cause you harm, to not set our However I believe this minds on those things sequences. It doesn’t take a genius to realize how- is certain, that our ac- which are lofty, but to be ever that there are con- tions and decisions today humble. Do not repay evil for evil. If your enemy is sequences to our actions. will most definitely have Consequences not only in an impact through eter- hungry, feed him. To some the immediate future, but nity. I believe there is a of us, those things might for a lot longer than some heart-racing, challenging sound pretty ridiculous, of us may think. Our ac- and amazing life that we far out there. Some would tions and decisions today ought to be living, one say sensational. God’s will perhaps affect us to- that never ends. God does children are called to this day, but maybe not. They call us to go beyond what lifestyle where we put will probably impact us the world fi nds as nor- our needs last, and the weeks and years down the mal. In one of the Apostle needs of others first. To road.

Paul’s letters to the Cor- be humble, to show love.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THOMPSON HOPE FORUM: Focus on reducing stigma associated with mental health.

Featuring keynote speakers Theo Fleury and Kevin Lamoureux. April 15 & 16, 2015; pre-registration is required, contact Tanya North for registration information 204-778-6513 ext 0 or tnorth@nrha.ca.

ENGLISH CLASSES FOR NEWCOMERS at University College of the North.

Registration is every Thursday, at 5:30 second floor room 213 at UCN. Talk to us about our classes.

WHITEWATER KAYAKING CLINICS are starting up again for the 2015 season at the Norplex Pool in Thompson. These clinics run every second Sunday morning. No experience necessary - there are classes designed for beginners.

Skill development includes basic paddling strokes, how to exit an over-turned kayak, kayak rescue techniques and for the more adventurous - the kayak roll.

Children and adults are welcome. Contact Ben at (204) 778-9940 to sign up.

PRENATAL CLASSES are free and held every other month on Wednesday evenings at the Northern Health Region building (next to the Hospital). We welcome all pregnant women and a support person to join us in learning about the birthing process, tour our hospital and discuss breastfeeding. All classes are facilitated by a Public Health Nurse. Please contact Angela, a Public Health Nurse at (204) 778-1550 to register or for more information.

OPEN ADULT VOLUNTEER GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - Meets every second Thursday evening from 6-8 pm at the Northern Spirit Manor, 879 Thompson Drive South. These sessions are free. For more info call 204-679-1660 or 204-679-6339.

SUFFER FROM ANXIETY/DEPRESSION? A support group will be starting again, can you give an hour or two of your time to get some help? Learning and helping each other does work. Let’s join together and get back our health.

Phone Barbara at 204-778-6306 at Anxiety Disorders of Manitoba.

NRHA HEALTHY LIVING CLASS: A free how-to class series for improving your physical activity and nutrition habits, includes strength training evening.

Registration required in advance and participation in all sessions suggested.

Wed evenings March 4 & 11. For info contact: Lynn Watkins, Health Promotion Coordinator, lwatkins@nrha.ca, 204-677-1788 or Kathleen Hodgins, Registered Dietitian Khodgins2@nrha.ca, 204-677-1780.

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.

GIRLSPACE IS BACK! We will be offering this program to young ladies 12-15 years old every Wednesday from 3:30 - 5:30 pm at Wapanohk. We will talk about relevant issues, host guest speakers and have fun activities. No cost to attend.

THOMPSON TRAILBREAKERS CANCER AWARENESS RIDE will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2015 starting from the Quality Inn. To register or sponsor call in to the Quality Inn or phone 204-670-1014.

Submit your own community events to events@thompsoncitizen.net

Spiritual Thoughts

Jesus demonstrated this when He was obedient to the point of death on a cross. When He rose from the dead, He continued to give us our mission, our calling. Not to a life of wasteful extravagance and no consequences, but we are certainly not called to live ordinary lives.

John 10:10 reads that Jesus came to earth so that we may have life, and more life more abundant! The life we are called to is much more than ordinary. It is sensational. It is amazing.

It is eternal. It is in the Bible.

Cohle Bergen is director of youth and children ministries for Mid-Way Christian Leadership.

Adult driver education programs have two graduates so far

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Two people have received their Class 5 driver’s licences and 20 more are in the midst of practical training after passing their learner’s licence tests through adult driver education programs in Thompson and The Pas, the provincial government announced Feb. 20.

The fi rst driver education program, delivered by MO Harvey and Associates in The Pas, launched in November, while the Thompson program, run through the YWCA Steps to Success program, began in January. A third program will begin in April and be offered through the Flin Flon Friendship Centre Employment Assistance Program.

“We want to help people in the north get that critical fi rst job in their home community,” said Jobs and Economy Minister Kevin Chief. “Working together we are making

it easier than ever to get a driver’s license and that means more job opportunities start right away.”

Murray Harvey, the program director of the Jobs Skills North Program in The Pas, said having a driver’s licence is a prerequisite for many jobs in the service, light manufacturing and resource industries.

“We’re finding many young people do not have their learner’s licence, and this program has given our clients the opportunity to build their confi dence and increase their employability,” Harvey said.

“We needed to hire a furniture delivery person and a driver’s licence is integral for the job,” said Jack Podovinikoff, president of Profit’s Countrywide Furniture in The Pas. “Without these types of supports, our company would have more difficulty finding the right person for the job.”

The adult driver education program is based on the Citizens’ Bridge program launched in Winnipeg in 2012 by the province, Manitoba Public Insurance and the North Edn Community Renewal Corporation, which provided driver education training and other services to low-income and unemployed people to help them establish bank accounts and obtain other pieces of personal identifi cation. More than 70 people participants in that program have received their driver’s licences.

“This collaborative approach will improve access to adult driver training programs for northern Manitobans engaged in work training programs,” said Justice Minister James Allum, minister responsible for Manitoba Public Insurance. “I am delighted to see this kind of investment reaping rewards.”

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Northern communities get grants for recreation facilities

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Sports and recreation facilities across Northern Manitoba will be getting improvements this year through the province’s Community Places Program – North, which is distributing $666,463 to 21 projects in 17 communities.

Grant amounts range from a high of $75,000 for arena renovations on Bloodvein First Nation to $3,171 for upgrades to the Pikwitonei commun-

ity hall.

Northern Tykes Day Care in Snow Lake is getting $60,000 for interior renovations, while the Norway House Cree Nation Education Division is getting the same amount for improvements to the community gym facility. Beach development in Cranberry Portage will receive $55,000, while Cross Lake is receiving $50,000 to develop Horace Halcrow Park and Manto Sipi Cree Na-

tion the same amount for basketball, tennis and volleyball courts.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Churchill is getting $35,000 for basement hall upgrades and Royal Canadian Legion #227 in the northern port city will receive $30,000 to replace its boiler and roof. Phase three of the restoration of the Cranberry Portage Heritage Museum is also getting $30,000.

Other funded projects

North Stars in must-win situation in KJHL playoffs

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Norway House North Stars are facing a must-win situation at home Feb. 28 when they take on the Peguis Juniors in game three of their best-of-fi ve Keystone Junior Hockey League playoff series after dropping the first two matches 11-6 and 11-4 on the road.

Peguis scored five times in the fi rst 20 minutes of game one and never let the North Stars get any closer over the remaining 40 minutes. Austin Ross fi nally got Norway House on the board near the game’s midway point and

the Juniors leading 6-0.

Braedan Boschman and Glen Paupanekis scored back-to-back goals in the third to make it a 9-3 Peguis lead. Jameson Scott added two more goals for Norway House in the second half of the third period.

Shots in the game were 65-47 for Peguis and North Stars goaltender Sean Bradburn made 54 saves.

Ross gave the North Stars their first lead of the series by opening the scoring in game two, but the next eight tallies went to Peguis, who scored twice in the open-

ing period and six more times in the second.

Trevor Scribe scored early in the third and Kenley Monias added a pair to make it an 8-4 game, but three more goals from the Juniors in the period’s latter half pushed their total into double digits once more.

The Juniors got 65 shots once again and Bradburn stopped 45 shots before being relieved by Brendan McLeod. Norway House had 41 shots on Juniors netminder Keifer Tacan.

Game four, if necessary, will be in Norway House March 1.

include $17,421 for construction of a community dock in Herb Lake Landing near Snow Lake and $12,525 for exterior repairs to the Snow Lake Mining Museum, $19,568 for arena improvements in Lynn Lake, $12,227 for repairs at the Wabowden Historical Museum, $25,000 for a new air conditioning system at the Gillam Preschool and Child Centre Cooperative and $24,000 for the Kids Ac-

tivity Playzone in War Lake First Nation.

“Sports and recreation help create healthy families and healthy communities,” said Housing and Community Development Minister Kerri IrvinRoss. “Modern facilities help provide kids and families with opportunities to learn physical and social skills, have fun and build community spirit.”

The Community Place Program – North provides up to 100 per cent of pro-

ject costs, to a maximum of $75,000, to assist nonprofi t organizations with construction, expansion or renovation of facilities like museums, playgrounds, gyms, day care centre, community halls and seniors’ facilities.

The grants are provided to northern and remote communities north of the 53rd parallel, excluding The Pas, Thompson and Flin Flon, and to communities only accessible by winter roads.

Northern Manitoba cottage lots available in spring draw

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Northern Manitoba cottage lots will be up for purchase or lease in draws this spring.

Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship announced Feb. 19 that 19 cottage lots, including three lakefront lots and 10 lots at Zed Lake

that have never been through a cottage lot program will be awarded through a draw in Winnipeg this June.

The lots in Zed Lake Provincial Park near Lynn Lake are back tier lots and cost $1,500 plus GST. Lot 5, block 10 at Paint Lake Provincial Park – a lakefront lot on an island

– is available at a price of $650.

To take part in the 2015 spring cottage lot draw and receive a lot selection number, applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on March 26.

More information can be found at www. gov.mb.ca/conservation/cottaging/.

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CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 112 • CHURCH SERVICES LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm.

Light of the North Church 32 Nelson Road CHRISTIAN COUNCIL DIRECTORY ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Subhash Joseph and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160

301 • HELP WANTED EARN UP TO $15 PER HOUR Part-time merchandiser required for Thompson. No experience necessary as we provide on the job training. This position has flexible hours of work and would be great for a stay at home parent, someone semi-retired or a mature student looking to earn extra income. The successful candidate must have home computer with printer. Retail experience is an asset.

Email resume to 2015merchandising@gmail.com. 8nb-2-d

302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday School 9:45 service at 11 am

COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY & Dry cleaners. Coveral & mat rental business. 5000 sq ft building (new roof 2013) 145 Hayes Rd. Satellite store at Thompson Plaza. 9nb-tfn-nb

ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel

501 • HOUSES FOR RENT

Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Pastor Ted Goossen 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Ps Peter Elias 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 GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 35 Station Road 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 AM Service 11:00, PM Service 7:00 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

APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 GOLDEYE CRESCENT Service Schedule 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

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

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WATTISTAR MAINTENANCE all general maintenance! Including interior painting, home/office cleaning, disposal of household washers and dryers and more! Free estimates call 204-307-1547. 5-GCD-d

FOR RENT 3 bedroom 2 Storey home on Walnut Ave. $1250.00 per month plus utilities. Available immediately.

Garage. Electric heat. References required. Call 204-677-3851 or email: homesforrent@mts.net. 8nb-1-nb

507 • PROPERTY FOR SALE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY for Sale: Two side by side Apartment Buildings located on Cree Road. Five Units (2 large upper, 3 lower) in each. Several, ongoing renovations since 2007 to include windows, roof/shingles and two wood sheds. Currently fully furnished, set-up for housing facility or for on-site living/rentals. Contents negotiable. Call (204) 679-5153 or email mmlaway@mts.net for more information or to view. Serious inquires only. 8nb-2-nb

510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE 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 55 SELKIRK 280 1st fl & 910 2nd fl, 79 Selkirk: 400 & 2000 storefront, 23 Nelson: 1000 industrial call : 204-778-5511/204-679-0915.

36nb-tfn-nb 2 COMMERCIAL SPACES for Rent One - 1,300 sq ft with storefront location, retail or office Two - 1,600 sq ft, ideal for light industrial or commercial use, easy load & unload & parking access, very reasonable rates. Call 204-677-2957 or 250491-3946. 19nb-tfn-nb

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Careers

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Xerox is looking for a Full Time Technical Service Representative (TSR) in Thompson, MB Interested in joining the Xerox team?

What you have to offer us: • Post secondary technical diploma or certificate.

• Strong technical knowledge and competence.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Self-starter, able to work independently, without • direct supervision.

• Willing to overnight while supporting adjacent territories

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GREAT OPPORTUNITIES. GREAT PEOPLE. A GREAT CAREER.

Northern Manitoba nursing has it all!

Community Health Nurse (Primary Care Registered Nurse) career opportunities are available in the following Health Canada nursing stations: Nelson House Split Lake Health Canada offers:

What we offer you: • Voted one of the “50 Best Employers” in Canada.

• World renowned training.

• Industry leader.

Interested candidates please submit resume to: allan.murray@xerox.com

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Under the supervision and general direction of the Keewatin Tribal Council Director of Health and in collaboration with the Keewatin Tribal Council Mental Health Team, the NADAP Advisor will assist KTC member communities by providing advisory services in the field of alcoholism and/or addictions.

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Completion of post-secondary school training or specialized training in area of chemical dependency.

Experience in activities related to alcohol and addictions and in the development of community based prevention and support programs.

Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

The ability to work as a member of a team or independently.

Knowledge of and experience in Case Management.

Knowledge of prevention resource, FN Community resources and Treatment options.

Previous experience in the NADAP program an asset.

Knowledge of the Cree cultural.

Basic ccomputer skills essential.

Must be willing to travel.

A valid driver’s license would be an asset.

Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy - Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax No.: 204-677-0256 Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm Wednesday, March 11, 2015. We would like to thank those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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TRAILBLAZER. The University of Manitoba is a place where you can define your future and your career. Our commitment to discovery and community encompasses everything we do, from the education we offer students to the workplace we create for staff.

The University of Manitoba offers excellent benefits, world-class facilities and an inspirational environment where you can shape your career and make a positive impact every day.

Receptionist Northern Social Work Program The University of Manitoba, Faculty of Social Work in Thompson, invites applications for the position of Receptionist (Office Assistant 2 Level). This position is primarily responsible for reception duties and office assistance to program staff.

Applicants must have completed a formal training program in a related discipline from a recognized institution plus have one year of directly related experience. An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. We are looking for candidates with excellent keyboarding skills and a proficiency in introductory applications - Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Desktop Publishing are essential. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to prioritize work and handle a varied workload, as well as be self-motivated and able to work independently.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate effective communication skills, particularly by communicating professionally and diplomatically while guarding confidentiality at all times.

Applicants are also required to demonstrate good judgement in serving the needs of the program and its customers. Knowledge of, contact with, or a certain understanding of Aboriginal culture and issues would certainly be considered an asset when applying for this position.

This position is a part-time leave replacement with an expected end date approximately 1 year after start date, 17.5 hours per week to start as soon as possible. Further information on this available position, as well as detailed instructions on setting up an account and submitting an application may be found on our Employment Opportunities site, www.umanitoba.ca/employment under Requisition Number: 1040.CSTS. This position will close on March 9, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.

For more information on this and other opportunities, please visit: umanitoba.ca/employment

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

ANNOUNCEMENT Zahayko, Wayne Oct 15, 1973 - Jan 29, 2015

Koch Fertilizer Canada, ULC is a major employer in Brandon, Manitoba, which is a progressive community, nestled along the Assiniboine River in the heart of Southwestern Manitoba. Brandon continues to prosper without forsaking the high Quality of Life our 46,000 resident’s work diligently to maintain. Being the second largest city in Manitoba, Brandon covers approximately 74 square kilometres and is located 197 km west of Winnipeg and 100 km north of the United States border.

Our business continues to grow at an amazing rate, and we’re looking for top performers who can embrace our guiding principles and want to make a difference as part of a winning team. If this sounds like you, we are seeking candidates for roles including: • • • • • • • • •

Reliability Engineering Leadership Operations Manager; Reliability Process, Instrument, Reliability Engineers 1st & 2nd Class Power Engineers Production and Transportation Supervisors Maintenance Shop Leads Maintenance Planner Buyer Civil/Structural Construction Coordinator

If you have the qualifications and skills that put you above the rest, please apply via www.kochcareers.com/kaes, forward your resume to HRBrandon@kochind.com or fax to (204) 729-2944.

Please note that third party submissions will be treated as if submitted by the candidate.

Visit www.kochagenergy.com to learn more.

VLT/Accounting Clerk The Mystery Lake Hotel, Thompson’s largest and finest full service hotel, is seeking a full time VLT/Accounting Clerk.

Responsible for all aspects of VLT accounting, this vital position also supports the accounting department in a variety of tasks including: sales and inventory reconciliation, bank reconciliations and accounts receivable.

We offer a competitive salary with benefits and a fun and supportive workplace. Related training and experience is definitely an asset but we will happily train the right candidate.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, we’d love to hear from you.

Please either drop off your cover letter and resume to the hotel front desk, mail it to the attention of the General Manager or email in confidence to hr@mysterylakehotel.ca.

Alarm Room AƩendant Thompson Fire and Emergency Services

The City of Thompson invites qualiĮed applicants to submit a resume for consideraƟon: The successful candidate will have a minimum Grade 12 educaƟon or equivalent, and a minimum of one year oĸce experience. This posiƟon requires experience operaƟng a variety of oĸce equipment, and knowledge of computers and computer applicaƟons including word processing, spreadsheets and databases. The Alarm Room AƩendant (Dispatcher) will have suĸcient knowledge of the Fire Department’s organizaƟon, personnel, funcƟons, policies and regulaƟons to provide informaƟon of a general nature. The candidate will have the ability to work independently and with a team, have excellent oral and wriƩen communicaƟon skills, and have the ability to work shiŌ work. Previous experience in dispatch, with parƟcular emphasis on receiving 911 or emergency calls, would be considered an asset.

The duƟes for this posiƟon include receiving and transmiƫng all informaƟon relaƟng to the acƟviƟes of the department, and inpuƫng informaƟon into the computer system.

The salary starts at $48,641 for this full-Ɵme posiƟon and includes an extensive beneĮts package.

Please send detailed resumes outlining experience, educaƟon, qualiĮcaƟons and references by Friday, March 6, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. to: Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: dkondakor@thompson.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Thompson is commiƩed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportuniƟes.

We are dedicated to supporƟng healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and faciliƟes.

Automotive Detailer/Lot Person Required Busy Collision Repair shop needs a Detailer/Lot Person. Must have general knowledge of vehicles and a driver’s licence.

This is an entry level position into the Auto Body ¿eld.

Email hayesauto@mts.net or drop resume at:

Hayes Auto Body & Glass

33 Hayes Rd, Thompson, MB R8N 1M3

Assistant Coordinator Kisewatisiwin Services-The Pas, MB Competition No. 2346.02.15 Macdonald Youth Services requires an Assistant Coordinator for the Kisewatisiwin Services Area located in The Pas Manitoba. The Assistant Coordinator provides overall clinical and administrative leadership to the service area of Kisewatisiwin operations serving families in The Pas/OCN. QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: Postsecondary degree/training (BSW or equivalent), several years’ experience in managing/supervising staff, experience in a clinical environment, ability to operate from a systemic framework, good communication and team skills, valid driver’s license, possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Child Abuse Registry Check.

Resumes may be 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 March 5, 2015.

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.

Director of Planning and Community Development The City of Thompson invites qualiĮed applicants to submit a resume for consideraƟon: The successful candidate will develop, co-ordinate and implement the City’s Planning and Development Strategy and any amendments thereto in accordance with City policy and with guidance from the Development Review CommiƩee, and reports to the City Manager.

The candidate will manage the resources of the development funcƟon and uƟlize external resources to achieve objecƟves and to market the City as a place to establish and expand business. In addiƟon, they will oversee the coordinaƟon of the City’s capital projects and administer and supervise the Building, InspecƟons and Assets and Infrastructure personnel with the City.

The incumbent shall have a relevant post-secondary educaƟon with a minimum of Įve years of administraƟve experience in a senior management posiƟon in a local government seƫng. This experience shall include some related aspects of budget control, personnel management, and eīecƟve communicaƟon skills. The Director shall have the ability to organize personnel and provide leadership in the achievement of goals and objecƟves and be skillful in Įnding soluƟons, solving problems and resolving conŇict. The incumbent will have a working knowledge of Land Management, the Planning Act, Municipal Act and Municipal procedures and possess a valid driver’s licence.

The salary starts at $79,872 and the right candidate can expect a salary that reŇects their level of experience. The City of Thompson oīers an extensive beneĮts package for this posiƟon.

Please send detailed resumes outlining experience, educaƟon, qualiĮcaƟons and references by Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. to: Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: dkondakor@thompson.ca

The City of Thompson is commiƩed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportuniƟes.

We are dedicated to supporƟng healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and faciliƟes.

Glacier Media Group is growing.

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

We love you Wayne, and will forever miss you. Mom & Dad, Deveny, Carter, Hunter, Ashley, Taylor, Jason and family Feb. 28, 2015.

God grant him eternal rest, as God has called Wayne to be an angel in Heaven.

NOW RENTING

SALARY RANGE: $55,000 - $68,340 d.o.q. per annum plus northern allowance and a competitive benefits and pension plan.

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

WORK WITH US & GROW A CAREER

On Thursday, January 29, 2015 we said farewell to a “special person”; a loving son, a loving husband, dedicated father, brother, uncle and friend.

Although his passing has left a huge void in our hearts, it helps to know that we were truly blessed to have had him in our lives. We sincerely thank all of our relatives and friends who surrounded us with love and care. Those who called, visited Wayne in the hospital, emailed, Facebooked, sent food, flowers, sympathy cards, Mass cards, donations in memory of Wayne, attended the wake and funeral. You all helped make a difficult time much easier to bear. Our heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful staff at the Thompson General Hospital. To Lynelle & Scott for their beautiful eulogies, the pallbearers and all those who took part in the Christian funeral Mass (Father Joseph), reception & luncheon thank you for a beautiful service. Special thanks to our friends and relatives in Thompson area and afar who treated us so wonderfully during those trying days, even today and to those who travelled from across Canada to say their final good-bye. Thanks also to Boardman Funeral Home who helped Wayne make his journey. Though we can’t thank each of you individually be assured that every one of you helped make our burden lighter. May God bless you all! The Zahayko family - Feb. 28, 2015

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Large 1-bedroom suites Close to all amenities, schools, hospital, shopping On site security Indoor heated salt water pool Sauna and fitness centre Rent includes all utilities Rent starting at $845.00 per month Open daily from 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Ask about our 1 month free rent incentive For more information contact Edith at 204-677-4942 or email forestview2014@gmail.com

CAREERS

Marymound is presently seeking: Youth Care Practitioners, 2 F/T/, 2 P/T, and casuals – Marymound Receiving Home - Competition # YCP15-16 (Days, nights, overnights, weekends) Full-time & part-time positions are part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for supervision and safety of youth through daily interaction and care. Participate in planning, assessing and implementation of treatment strategies. Experience working with youth; ability to relate positively and therapeutically to youth; excellent physical and emotional health. Education and experience considered.

Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/ Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency ¤rst aid, valid driver’s license and abstract. Knowledge of Aboriginal customs, traditions and beliefs will be considered an asset.

For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound. com Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to: Competition No. YCP15-16 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By 4:00pm March 9, 2015 - anything submitted after the deadline will not be considered e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www.marymound.com Marymound is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are encouraged to self-declare.