June 11 2021

Nickel Belt News Volume 61 • Issue 23

Friday, June 11, 2021

Thompson, Manitoba

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Fire damages Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation fire hall

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Suspicious fire damages building in Cross Lake Spiritual Thoughts

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A June 3 fire damaged the fire hall in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation.

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Firefighters in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation had to use their skills on their own fire hall when it started burning June 3.

Nelson House RCMP officers on patrol saw smoke coming from the direction of the fire hall around 5:30 p.m. last Thursday and responded to find the building engulfed in flames and firefighters on scene extinguishing the fire.

No one was injured in the blaze, which does not appear to be suspicious, but is being investigated by police and the Office of the Fire Commissioner.

A suspicious fire damaged a building in Cross Lake June 3.

Police are investigating a The fire caused extensive suspicious fire that occurred damage to the building, in Cross Lake June 3. which used to house a day A security guard on patrol school, before it was put out. in a residential development Cross Lake RCMP and area noticed smoke from the the Office of the Fire Comfire and alerted Cross Lake missioner are investigating RCMP, who attended the and anyone with informascene along with the fire department, which immediately began efforts to put the blaze.

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Home invasion and assault in Norway House lead to four arrests, leave one man in hospital in MLA Report critical condition kelly.bindle.mla.offi ce@gmail.com

Constituency Office: Five men from Norway Unit 3-40 Moak Crescent House Cree Nation have been charged after a homeThompson, MB R8N 2B7 invasion assault in the 204-677-2066 Kelly and Bindle community May 28.

Norway House RCMP were notified of a home invasion in progress around 9 a.m. May 28 and arrested three men near the residence where it occurred.

As they were responding, they received a call about a RCMP photo man requiring assistance at another residence. They ar- Brent James Muswagon, rived there to find a 36-year- 28, was arrested June 3 for old man being held against forcible confinement and his will who had suffered aggravated assault. severe injuries during an assault, He was transported to hospital and was listed as assault. Folster, Mink and being in critical condition. Muswagon are also charged Another man located at the with breaking and entering and committing theft. All scene was arrested.

Police says investigation four were remanded into showed that the two inci- custody and were scheduled to appear in court May 31. dents are related.

Policealso arrested Brent Aaron Wesley Folster 27, Virgil Robert Mink, 31, James Muswagon, 28, June Mitchell Allen Muswagon, 3 on charges of forcible con25, and Jonathan Edward finement and aggravated asCrane, 27, were all arrested sault. Norway House RCMP and charged with forcible and RCMP Major Crime Serconfinement and aggravated vices continue to investigate.

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Spring session wrap-up The spring session in the quires judges to complete legislature recently came sexual assault training, to a close and I wanted Bill 213 regarding sexual to update you all on what assaults training and kits happened. being available, Bill 238 My NDP colleagues and which would return the 1:1 January 31, 2018 www.thompsoncitizen.net Tom.Lindsey@yourmanitoba.ca IWednesday, continued to fight against apprenticeship ratio, and Careers the PCs’ regressive legislaBill 220, which I introtive agenda by delaying five duced, that would require Tom Lindsey of their bills which impact the government to establish education, workers’ rights, standards for clearing snow hydro rates, liquor sales and from provincial roads, Uncuts to healthcare dependent review. the right to peaceful protest.Louisiana • Failed toPacifi providec nurs• Issued final licenses fortunately, the PCs did not This will allow Manitobans for Manitoba Hydro’s allow any of this legislation es withValley a fair deal, deSwan & Bianchini Warehousing to have time to understand to pass other than Bill 213 spite the fact that they Churchill River DiverThompson’s Biggest Little Secret! how these bills will negafor which I congratulate my are working harder than sion and Lake WinniGeneral tively affect them and what fellow northern colleague, peg projects without ever and haven’t had a ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER Labourers they can do to let their voice contract in four years doing meaningful con- The Pas-Kameesak MLA • We are looking for someone who is dedicated and ambitious to be heard.

• Failed to fill vacancies sultation with affected Amanda Lathlin, on her develop management skills for long term future considerations.

Louisiana-Pacifi c, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry Here are some of the PC work on getting this bill in our healthcare system communities • Full time, permanent, 35 + hours per week, must be bondable, known for the development of innovative,(especially affordable, environmentally government’s actions that passed. in the north) • Failed tocriminal prioritize able to pass background check, have driver’s licence building products and for excellence inand Safetyactually and Qualitymade is currently wefriendly fought against and will them teachers for vaccines and access to own transportation. In light of the discovery seeking Labourers at our Swan Valley SmartSide®, Swan Valley, Minitonas continue to fight against: graves at worse instead askedcommunication/typing them of 215 children’s • and Must have excellent skills, experience operation.

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• Good written and verbal communication skills • Sent Manitobans out of learn more about it so we he failed to have a plan, • Cut the education • Be open to new ideas and changes that may improve efficiency • Physically fit to perform all duties province for ICU care can all advance the path to particularly in the north, budget, forcing school in day to day operations.

• Ability to multitask and problem solve due to their previous for the vaccine rollout make • divisions Ability to fill into for the manager reconciliation. when required/willingness to • Ability to operate equipment as required Even though the next • Theanpremier covered up impossible financial carry company cell phone in case of emergency.

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interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject to successful completion of comprehensive background screening and health checks. CREE NATION CHILD

& FAMILY CARING AGENCY Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Lorraine Schneider CHILD ABUSE INVESTIGATOR Human Resource Generalist I – PERMANENT POSITION Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. DIA/Intake Office – The Pas P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 e-mail : lorraine.schneider@lpcorp.com Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. Under a provincial mandate, the Agency services the Swampy Cree communities, as well as Flin Flon, Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg and Lynn Lake/ Marcel Colomb First Nation.

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Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designate, assists RESPONSIBILITIES: multi-disciplinary team personnel in performing a variety of patient care Investigating all Child Protection Matters and ensuring good § activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the caseneeds workand through: personal comfort of the patient. This is an integrated position that includes coordination and scheduling of dental procedures for the Operating § Planning and conducting investigations Room (OR). This will require expertise in developing and maintaining excellent § Documentation working relationships with a broad range of individuals and organizations. The § Dental Information sharing and training OR Assistant will function within the provisions of the Vision, Mission, § Child apprehension Values, policies and procedures of the Northern Health Region (NHR) and will incorporate NHR core competencies into working practice (Customer/ QUALIFICATIONS Client Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and § Bachelor Development of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree Collaboration, of Self and Others, and Adaptability).

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The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable § Familiar with Child & Family Services Act Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere § to speak one ofpolicies the Swampy Cree Dialects is an asset to allAbility Northern Health Region and procedures. § Must possess Case Management Skills Qualifications: Good12 Oral/Written skills t § Grade education orCommunication equivalent t § Successful completion of a recognized Program requiredof Must have strong computer skillsDental and Assistant a working knowledge t Current active practicing registration with Manitoba Dental Association all MS Office applications t Excellent knowledge of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, § Applicants subjected to Police Check and Child Abuse Registry Outlook, and Internet) t Minimum Check three (3) years’ experience as a Dental Assistant required t § Previous experience workinglicense with Pediatric cases preferred Valid Manitoba Driver’s t Ability to speak Cree an asset

§ Travel as required

For completeJune list of17, qualifications please visit our website www.nrha.ca.

Deadline: 2021 @ 4:00 PM Please submit resume AND

by February 2018 to: ALONG WITH THREE (3) SUBMIT RESUME COVER2,LETTER Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL 867 Thompson Drive South Human Resource Manager Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Fax: (204) 778-1477 Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca Box 10130, Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 $BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca Northern has a all Representative Workforce Strategy,that we encourage all applicants to selfWeRHA thank who apply and advise only those selected declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all for further consideration will be contacted. candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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Some UCN classes starting in September will be offered in person Home Care Nurse- External Posting

Marcel Colomb First Nation Health Authority is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Home Care Nurse.

Job Summary

University College of the and public health authorNorth (UCN) announced ities provide clear directions Reporting to the Home Care Manager, the Home June 2 that classesfor promoting, to changeprotecting how classes are Care Nursesome is responsible & preserving thein health of Marcel Colomb would be offered person offered, thecommunity delivery plan, members through homedeveloped care during the fall term,services which directed whichto was by clients.

The Home Care Nursefaculty providesand holistic carewill & rebegins in September. staff, practices nursing defined by the Registered Nurses The college saysas some main in place for the entire Act & can’t in compliance with the College courses be delivered term. of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice & Canadian remotely because of their How courses are delivNurses Association Code of Ethics; cares for & directs hands-on nature, while ered at post-secondary acthe overall care of clients; is responsible for advocating, others have certain parts cess and workforce developproviding information, educating & supporting clients to thatensure require some in-person ment centres, the Northern that the highest possible standard of service is classes and follows othersMarcel can be Manitoba Academy provided; Colomb policiesMining & procedures; delivered online. team and& the works inentirely a multidisciplinary may practical be called nursing In-person classes in-duties diploma sites in Flin upon to assist withwill other within the scope of theFlon, department. clude physical distancing Swan River and Selkirk will and adherence to other pub- be dictated by each site’s Position Requirements: lic health protocols and all specific circumstances. staff and faculty will be Classes offered exclu• Registered Nurse or Licensed required to complete daily sivelyPractical remotely will remain • CRNM or CLPN – Active Registration self-screening before ar- that way through the entire • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License riving atDaily a campus or other term, including tests, exams • access to a vehicle facility and students will and other assessments.

• Criminal record & child abuse registry checks be •asked to complete a UCN hopes to announce 2 years of related nursing experience self-screening provided

by Word, its plans the winter • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, for Outlook Shared Health. term • Immunization record up to date sometime as early Unless the pandemic as possible during the fall Closingduring Date: January 5, 2018 at 4pm. No late worsens the fall semester.

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Applications Must Include:

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A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements Resume Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) Three references (colleague, supervisor or manager) and contact information Criminal record check & child abuse registry checks (or indication that they have been applied for) Personal contact information (phone & email)

GREEN and CLEAN

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: Email or drop off only Cree Nation Tribal Health Centre

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