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Polar Bears International wants your help saving the bears

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

From Nov. 2 until Nov. 8 is polar bear week in Churchill. Alysa McCall, field manager for Polar Bears International (PBI) says they chose this week to promote the bears. “Bear season runs for many weeks, and every week is super exciting. Part of polar Bears International’s message is ‘what we can do for polar bears.’ So this week is the one week we chose to really push that message.”

McCall says there are a lot of things residents around the world can do to help.

These things include not idling your cars, turning off your lights, recycling and just creating a better natural world to let polar bears live in.

A petition has also started which will be taken to the United Nations climate summit in Lima, Peru next month. The petition is asking for the creation of a greenhouse gas reduction plan and can be found on the Polar Bears International Facebook page.

So far they have more than 13,000 signatures.

McCall says it’s about promoting the earth. “Up here in Churchill, it’s very dear to us this area, they’ve already had a lot of changes here over the last 34 years and we really care about the ecosystem as a whole.

Using polar bears and saving them helps preserve everything.”

This fall PBI has been

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Katheryn Billing, Polar Bears International One polar bear becomes curious to what a tundra buggy really is. working with explore.org and Frontiers North Adventures in Churchill. Explore. org has set up live cameras on the tundra buggies. “We have live cameras on the

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tundra buggy lodge and Buggy One, which Frontiers North donated to PBI to bring up scientists and let them roam around on them. We’re constantly

streaming this polar bear action and watching what is going on. Part of my job is to blog about what is going on, and what we see. We’re really reaching

out to people by blogging, tweeting, Instagram, and live chats.”

A lot of scientists are currently in Churchill studying the bears. “One group is

doing a pilot program on whether taking pictures of polar bears can gauge body condition over time, and we also have a pilot program Continued on Page 7

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This column is for “spiritual thoughts,” right?

Well, here is one. Our spiritual connection, our fellowship or unity, comes down to one thing … sacrifice. Can there be any unity without sacrifice? We all have our own priorities, ideas, focal points and hobby horses but what is it that brings us together in spirit to do anything?

With the local elections just over could anything ever get done with a council or board that did not sacrifice something of their own to get through a meeting, balance (I hope) a budget or make and execute a plan? Could a parent really love their child without sacrificing time, energy and desires for the good of their child? Today we often run from sacrifice heading towards convenience, digital relationships and being entertained.

What would happen if we took the example of Jesus and took each step considering and walking in sacrifice? I know some of you reading this consider Jesus and the whole Chris-

Spiritual Thoughts generaldirector.mcl@gmail.com Morgan Serger tian thing a religion, set of rules, fad or historical power structure but what if it is really about the sacrifice of love? What if Jesus really was in heaven, the perfect place, and actually left the safety and comfort that was there to show us how to live? What if He did not think equality with God was something to be held on to but left all the privileges that come with being God’s Son to become a servant, slave and even die as an innocent for all of our evil? What if He made the greatest sacrifice to show His love? What if we did the same for those around us? Would the world be worse for all our sacrificing time and energy? Would our neighbours hide on IPhones or watch terrible

What’s in the bowl?

Breakfast staple packs big nutritional punch for morning meal It’s an item 90 per cent of Canadians have in their cupboards and it’s one that – when eaten regularly – is associated with an increased likelihood of meeting daily nutrient targets and maintaining healthier body weights. But, according to the results of a national poll, four in 10 Canadians are missing out on eating this pantry staple.

What is it? The answer is cereal, and according to the results of a national poll conducted by Ipsos Reid on behalf of Breakfast Cereals Canada, 38 per cent of Canadians chose not to eat a bowl of cereal for breakfast within the past week, with one in 10 saying they never eat cereal at all.

That doesn’t mean Canadians don’t know cereal is good for them: when given a list of words they associate with cereal, 46 per cent cited “fibre,” 40 per cent mentioned “whole grains” and 33 per cent responded “nutritious.”

“That Canadians recognize the important place cereal holds in their diet is a good first step,” says Lydia Knorr, a registered dietitian in Toronto. “But when they were polled about why they’re not eating cereal, there were some misperceptions in the role cereal can play within a healthy diet.”

Indeed, when asked which factors would lessen the likelihood of buying or eating cereal, “too much

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sugar” was the most commonly cited factor with 41 per cent saying sugar is a deterrent. “Too expensive” was the next most common reply (35 per cent) followed by “too many preservatives” (24 per cent), artificial colours (23 per cent) and “it’s a processed food” (18 per cent).

“As a dietitian, it makes me happy to hear that consumers are taking factors such as sugar and additives in their foods seriously and want to know more,” says Knorr, herself a mother of three. “But what many people don’t realize is that cereals can provide more iron, folic acid, zinc, B vitamins and fibre than other conventional breakfast choices.”

For those concerned about sugar, studies have shown that when looking at overall dietary intake, sugar from breakfast cereals – even pre-sweetened brands – accounts for less than five per cent of overall sugar in people’s diets. Sodium from cereal contributes just three per cent of the average Canadian intake.

Meanwhile, research has shown that because breakfast cereal is almost always served with milk, having a bowl can help kids get closer to meeting the Canada Food Guide recommendation of three milk servings

a day – a target on which more than half of kids over 10 years of age fall short.

And, with the average price of cereal (including milk) at just 53 cents per serving, it’s an economical choice as well.

If you want to know more about what’s in your cereal bowl, visit www.inthebowl. ca or connect on Facebook www.Facebook.com/ wahtsinthebowlcanada).

And, for every share of the website or Facebook page, Breakfast Cereals Canada is giving one bowl of cereal to Food Banks Canada up to a maximum of $25,000.

Breakfast Cereals Canada is a non-profit group that advocates for breakfast cereals.

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TV? What if it is true and we respond by accepting His free gift to join the Kingdom of Love that is at hand through Jesus’ sacrifice?

I know that is a lot of questions and they are hard for me to take. Will I step up in everything and hold back nothing from following the greatest Sacrifice’s steps? No one can answer that for me but we can each answer that for ourselves. I can tell you what I believe and you can tell me where you are at. We can only do this if we get together and consider what our life is based on. In what do we put our trust? Is it politics, education or laws? What is worth basing a life on?

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Do not be ashamed to ask life’s big questions, “Why am I here?” “Where did I come from?” and “Where am I going?” If the answers do not satisfy you seek for a better foundation. If your family and friends offer no satisfying hope then ask around, go to a church or the mall and search for the truth. Jesus said that He is the Way, the Truth and The Life. If that is true then there is no other way to be made right, to see the world made right and be in fellowship with all that is good, namely God. Each one of us lays the foundation of our life on something whether shaky or solid. For me, my life is built on nothing less than Jesus. What could make a greater first step than the love of One who would give up everything in sacrifice to love simple old me?

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Manitoba grand chiefs boycott the Winnipeg Sun

Program trying to get more Northern Manitobans on the road

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY

BY IAN GRAHAM

MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

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The Winnipeg Sun his being boycotted by the Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO), the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC), and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO).

The boycott was announced on Nov. 4, in Winnipeg and has been led by SCO Grand Chief Terrance Nelson. The chiefs are saying the newspaper has been writing discriminatory articles and biased editorials against indigenous people.

In a press release dated Nov. 4, by SCO, AMC, and MKO it gave one example using the Aug. 24, article “‘Race card approach’ is getting old.”

Nelson says because of this type of reporting, racism is alive and well. “The Winnipeg Sun and Sun Media have turned a blind eye to historical atrocities inflicted on indigenous peoples of Canada. This feeds racial discrimination within society. We are calling for a boycott of advertisers who use these media sources which promotes biased, untruthful and anti-First Nations racebased propaganda.”

It is being asked that all businesses and organizations remove their advertisements from the Winnipeg Sun, individuals cancel their online and newspaper subscriptions, and retailers stop selling the newspaper and providing complimentary newspapers.

AMC Grand Chief Derek Nepinak says the First Na-

Nickel Belt News file photo MKO Grand Chief David Harper tion community has more power than the Winnipeg Sun realizes. “Manitoba First Nations have considerable purchasing power and contribute significantly to Manitoba retail economies. I believe the Winnipeg Sun’s views on First Nations do not reflect the views of the average businessperson, nor their customers. It is my belief that with a co-ordinated approach to abandoning businesses that use Sun news to advertise, we will demonstrate the community’s desire to shift away from racialized, misleading and misinformed characterizations of indigenous people.”

MKO Grand Chief David Harper says they haven’t invited the Winnipeg Sun to any press events for the past two years. “Since

January 2012, MKO has not invited the Winnipeg Sun to our press events due to the diminished news information integrity practiced by the Sun Media.

Companies that work with MKO have also shared their concerns with me on how First Nation issues are portrayed in their tabloid.

With advertising revenues decreasing in newspapers, I believe more companies will look at other mediums of news media to connect with readers. We will stand behind SCO Grand Chief Terry Nelson’s call for a boycott for one calendar year.”

The press release states if the advertisers do not remove their ads from the Winnipeg Sun before Dec. 1, a call will go out to boycott those businesses and organizations for 2015.

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Low-income and unemployed Northern Manitoba adults without driver’s licences will have access to free driver education through a partnership between the provincial government and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI).

The driver education program will be incorporated into existing job readiness training programs in The Pas, Thompson and Flin F,lon, and will include 16 hours of classroom instruction along with four hours or in-car observation and four hours of driving practice. Premier Greg Selinger said the program would help nearly 100 Northern Manitobans obtain their driver’s licences.

Classes being Nov. 26.

“A driver’s licence can dramatically expand job opportunities and that’s especially the case in Northern Manitoba where driving longer distances to get to a job is often the case,” said Selinger in an Oct. 29 news release announcing the program.

“We’re breaking down that barrier. We don’t want the cost of driver’s education to get in the way with getting a good job. This will help move more northerners into the workforce and strengthen the local economy.”

The government estimates that 43 per cent of Northern Manitoba adults eligible for a driver’s licence don’t have one.

“This is yet another innovative and positive

Nikcel Belt News file photo Premier Greg Selinger step towards addressing the barriers to employment that exist for many northern and aboriginal Manitobans,” said Ryan Land, manager of corporate affairs and organizational development for Vale’s Manitoba operations. “The challenge for all of us is to continue to ensure that there are supports, programs and opportunities for new and better jobs for all Manitobans.”

The program is similar to the Citizen’s Bridge program launched by the provincial government, MPI and the North End Community Renewal Corporation in Winnipeg in 2012, which provides driver education and other services to low-income and unemployed people, helping them to get driver’s licences, open bank

accounts and obtain other forms of personal identification. The program has helped 70 people get driver’s licences since it began.

“Driver education will enable the participants to obtain driving practice and experience by a professional driving instructor,” said MaryAnn Kempe, vice-president of business development and communications and chief product officer for MPI, which already sponsors driver education programs for Manitoba high school students. “The driver education program also stresses that practising safe driving is a life-long commitment.

Successful completion of driver’s education can provide the candidate an opportunity to obtain their driver’s licence.”

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The Iceman Cometh My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com

Marc Jackson When summer rolls round to fall, the leaves begin to drop and there is that telltale nip in the air; that’s when the thoughts of many in Snow Lake turn to curling. Long before that, people are up at the local rink dusting, washing, sweeping, and polishing, prior to the marathon work of putting in the ice surface people play on throughout the winter. This year, things went a little differently in that respect and curling afi cionados visiting the rink for the first time this season will no doubt notice it as soon as they gaze through the sparkling clean glass in the rink’s rotunda.

The ice is nothing short of spectacular and there is a good reason why. The same ice technician who put in ice at the World Curling Championship and the Brier also worked his wonders on the fi ve sheets of the Gordon M.

Rupp Rink. Yes, Greg Ewasko made the ice at the local rink this year and he took a bit of time on a mid-October afternoon to talk about it.

Ewasko is a Level 4 National Ice Technician who makes ice for a living. He’s done the Brier, the worlds, pretty much everything but an Olympics.

“Once I do an Olympics, that’s it for me... I’m done, I’m good,” joked Ewasko during the recent chat.

“I’ve done almost everything; I’ve done a World Junior in Östersund, Sweden; Men’s Worlds in Beijing, China; World Seniors in St. Paul, Minnesota and done ice across Canada. I guess I*ve been around.”

Ewasko, 38, got involved in ice making early in life through an interest in curling. “It happened that I was going to school in Selkirk, was on the high school team and just loved throwing rocks I even

Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson World class ice technician Greg Ewasko after scraping the show sheet (Ice #3) in the Gordon M. Rupp Rink. skipped the odd class to go throw rocks,” he confided.

The technician admits that he wasn’t big on education as a younger man and after being taken under (Selkirk ice technician) Myles Chapin’s wing and taught the intricacies of maintaining ice, he felt that it just might be the right gig for him.

The fi rst curling club Ewasko looked after was in Beausejour, back in 1997. At that time he met an older gent, Jake Versluis, who he says used to hang around with the likes of Shorty Jenkins and Hans Wuthrich (two of the top ice technicians in the game). “For some reason, he just liked me and offered to show me a few things,” said Ewasko. One such lesson saw Ewasko water pebbling the rink parking lot every day for the month of August.

“He taught me how to do it properly and how to do some of the finer things in the ice making world.”

From that position, things snowballed and Ewasko ended up helping at a World Curling event in 1999, working with ice makers Hans Wuthrich, Shorty Jenkins, and Eric Montford. “I just kinda showed them that I was really into it ... a keener, and I guess I caught Hans’ eye and he phoned me up

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and asked if I like to come and work with him, and I did,” Ewasko explained.

He proved that he was a quick study and interested in the craft; his skill evolved from that.

It wasn’t long after this Ewasko met Mark Shurek, and started working with him; word of mouth got him to where he is today.

“I take a lot of pride in what I do,” he added.

Anyone walking into Snow Lake’s rink this year will see that this man has much to be proud of, as you are immediately struck by how uniformly white the ice surface is.

Ewasko says that after the ice is in and painted, the circles or rings are cut in with a four router jig and then they are hand painted. He says that it takes about 10 minutes to cut all the rings, the painting a bit longer. Ewasko is firm in the opinion that in order to make good ice, one must pay close attention to detail and keep good

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records at every step. Also key to keeping it looking good, is regular scraping (after every draw Ewasko recommends) and fresh pebble. He says the more you can scrape and pebble, the better your ice will be.

“Everything flows from that,” he said.

Ewasko has been in numerous rinks around the world, but admits that he was very impressed with Snow Lake’s facility. “It is so clean and well maintained, you look around and everything is hung up, the garbage is emptied, there is nothing lying around. It is a fabulous place and it’s obvious the people care, the community cares, it is very well kept.”

Concluding the interview, Ewasko admits that he is a gun for hire and will travel anywhere to put in ice. “This is definitely one of the farthest places I’ve come,” he laughs, and says that he looks forward to a return visit.

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Come ride with us:

Snoman Inc. invites you to explore the trails

BY YVONNE RIDEOUT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SNOMAN INC.

We are approaching that time of year when fresh snow crunches under our feet and we encourage everyone to enjoy the great outdoors.

Snowmobiling occurs when a blanket of snow protects the ground, thereby minimizing its impact on plants and earth and after the snow melts, nature once again flourishes. Snoman (Snowmobilers of Manitoba) Inc., which was established in 1975 as a not-for-profit organization, promotes healthy living through recreation.

“Our organization and its 52 clubs are responsible for approximately 12,000 kilometres of snowmobile trails and 152 warm-up shelters on the trail system throughout Manitoba,” said Alan Butler, Snoman president.

The organization has a reputation for promoting snowmobile safety by offering online courses and workshops, and also assists with protecting the environment. Our clubs care about the environment and are active players in sustainability. Snowmobilers embrace ecologically friendly policies from recycling to the adoption of new technologies. “We encourage outdoor enthusiasts to join us this season and explore an adventure that is unforgettable and can take you throughout Manitoba on well-groomed and safe trails,” commented Butler.

Designated snowmobile trails provide the safest alternative for riders to enjoy snowmobiling, reducing trespassing on private property while delivering dollars to

rural businesses reliant on winter tourism, and an economic benefit of more than $300 million annually to the province of Manitoba.

The Snopass system, your licence to ride the trails, was created to provide a user-pay system. It ensures that riders who use the trail system are helping to fund its ongoing operational costs by paying into it. It provides Snoman Inc. and its clubs with a more stabilized funding base to help finance the operations and administration associated with snowmobile trail maintenance as well as upkeep of the shelters. The organization encourages everyone who uses the trails to purchase a Snopass. This past season there were over 19,200 snowmobiles registered with a Snopass.

“It’s an exciting time for our industry,” stated Butler.

“We recently announced our specialty license plate which is available at MPI agents throughout the province starting Nov. 3. We endeavoured upon a project to create a children’s story book entitled A Day on the Trails: Brrrt Shivers Learns Safe Sledding written by Big Daddy Tazz and illustrated

by Jon Ljungberg. The book was launched at the Annual Congress on Oct. 25. As well, in August we launched our corporate partnership program which gives businesses with a vested interest in rural Manitoba the ability to contribute to the designated trail system.” For those interested, the storybook can be purchased at McNally Robinson or from the Snoman office and it’s just in time for the holiday season. The

book was created to promote recreational snowmobiling and educate children on the safety and environmental aspects of the trail system.

By promoting the snowmobile trail system it helps sustain the recreational activity for enjoyment by all.

While it is a seasonal activity, avid snowmobilers are very passionate about it and take pride in the designated trail system in Manitoba. “We enjoy the excitement of being on the trails, meeting up with old friends and making new ones at the many shelters while engaging in planned events or a casual ride,” said Butler.

From Feb. 20-22, 2015.

Snoman will host the annual rally taking place in Powerview, north of Winnipeg, and has a full slate of activities planned. It kicks off with a poker derby, followed by a welcoming reception, rides on Saturday, a Saturday afternoon kids’ workshop (featuring story telling with the new children’s book), an awards banquet, and concludes with a “farewell breakfast” on Sunday. Snoman hopes that you can join us. For further information please visit www.snoman.mb.ca.

Coming up on April 3-4, 2015, Snoman invites everyone to visit the booth at the Red River Exhibition to see a sneak peek of the 2016 sleds.

“Show your buddies the tail light they’ll be chasing!”

For more information on the events please visit our website listed above or listen weekly on CJOB and Power 97 for our weekly broadcasts during the next season on the great recreational activity of snowmobiling.

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Snoman Inc. Leon Bergen of Winnipegosis was the Manitoba winner of the 2013-14 Sled’N’Snap photo contest in the youth/family category.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY NOVEMBER 11

Please join us on for our Remembrance Day Service Tuesday, November 11 10:20 a.m.

C.A. Nesbitt Arena, Thompson Regional Community Centre

All Welcome to Attend Seating of the public at 10:00 a.m Anyone who wishes to order a wreath can call the Legion office between 8 am and 12 noon or leave a message at 204-677-1650 or email us at br244@mts.net

Lest We Forget

MANITOBA’S EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Questions about overtime? Unsure about general holiday pay?

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Meet with an Employment Standards Officer Nov 18, 19, 20 at the Employment

Standards Office in Thompson located in the Provincial Building 59 Elizabeth Drive Drop in, or call ahead for a specific meeting time.

Contact Marlise at 1-800-821-4307.

To learn more about Employment Standards, click on How We Can Help at manitoba.ca/labour/standards

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Ann Bowman Early morning sun peeking through the clouds lights up a snowy scene at Paint Lake Nov. 4.

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302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 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 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday School 9:45 service at 11 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 132 Greenway Cres. 677-4151 Sunday School (youth): 9:45 am (kindergarten and up): 11:30 am 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 CHRUCH 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

112 • CHURCH SERVICES 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

201 • SERVICES

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

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

PRO RENOS for all your renovation needs: decks, fencing, siding, windows doors shingles, etc. Over 30 years of experience. call now for a free estimate. Thompson and surrounding areas call 204-778-4402 or cell 204679-2370. 35nb-tfn-nb

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

409 • MISC. FOR SALE 35 GALLON SEALED poly bio-soap (barrels) drums with 2 bungs. Measure 20” x 30”. Excellent for docks. $20 each.

Cleaned and ready to use. Text 204-6796831. 43nb-GCD-48-d

501 • HOUSES FOR RENT 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW with finished basement & electric heat. $1400 per month plus utilities. references required.

No pets. Call 204-677-3851 or email homesforrent@mts.net. 45nb-tfn-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

301 • HELP WANTED ESKER TOWING Looking for class 1 drivers, competitive wages. FT, PT for the winter season coming up. Email- eskertowing@gmail.com. 44nb-4-d

KEEP THOMPSON GREEN & CLEAN!

Dangerous Waterway Zone Construction of the Keeyask Generating Station is underway near Gull Rapids on the Nelson River. This can cause speed and depth of water in the area to change very quickly and may also result in an increased risk to public safety.

Watch for signs, buoys and booms marking the dangerous waterway zone and avoid the area at all times during construction. Be alert, don’t get hurt.

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Careers

Waiting for sea ice

Continued from Page 1 happening with a drone.

We’re trying to see if this drone is taking pictures of polar bears on a white background, how we can pick out what is actually a bear?� Other groups are in the north for outreach programs too, says McCall. “Mostly all the scientists here right now are here for outreach programs. PBI brings them up for usually a week at a time, and we take them on Buggy One. We connect them with classrooms, zoos, and the public and we get them to talk about polar bears and their experiences with them.�

Currently McCall says most of the bears are lazy, and just waiting for the sea ice to come in so they can go

out and ďŹ nd a meal. “Once that sea ice comes in we will not see any polar bears around here. They will all be out walking, looking for food, which mostly consists of seals. In the spring the males will look for mates, but basically they’re just out looking for their next meal, and it’s not easy ďŹ nding seals out there.â€?

People interested in helping save the polar bears and the sea ice are being asked to create a video on the importance of the two and upload the ďŹ lms to social media. The videos can also include what you are doing to help. To catch the attention of explore. org, Frontiers North Adventures, and Polar Bears International use the hashtag #SaveOurSeaIce.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THOMPSON JUNIPER CENTRE CRAFT & BAKE SALE Sat, Nov 22, 10 - 4. Crafters: tables still available to rent, but going fast Admission: $4 for craft sale & light lunch or $2 for just craft sale. Contact Sabrina 204-677-2970.

SPIRIT WAY INC. - 10TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held at 7:15 pm Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the Heritage North Museum. Everyone welcome. Info: Marion 679-5343, Keith 677-2113 or Volker 778-7434.

WESTWOOD CRAFT SALE, Saturday, November 15, 11 am – 3 pm at Westwood Elementary School. Crafters please ensure you have your license with you for the day of the sale. If you would like to book a table, contact Westwood School at 677-6190. Cost of table is $25. Admission is a silver collection. Refreshments are provided.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE ANNUAL CRAFT SALE: Saturday, November 29, 10 am - 3 pm at St. Lawrence Hall.

Art, crafts, raffles, baking, pie auction and more. No admission fee. Chili & bun lunch. To rent tables call Heidi at 677-1086.

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Teekinakan Day Care is looking for an individual who enjoys a fast paced environment. This person must enjoy being around children, have good time management skills and the ability to be flexible. Experience would be an asset. Qualified ECE’s preferred but will accept all applications.

This position is a full time 8 hour day shift, MondayFriday and will start ASAP. Please call Anne-Marie @ 778-8866 for more information or send a resume to P.O. Box 471 Thompson, Mb. R8N 1N2.

GAMING TECHNICIAN COMPETITION #MLL247-14-15 Full Time Term Reporting to the Senior Service Technician, the Gaming Technician, within Video Lotto, is responsible for providing customer and technical service for all VLD and WCLC site holders in the province of Manitoba. This includes installation and servicing of machines within the province.

The ideal candidate will have:

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Post-secondary education in a recognized electronics program; must possess a certificate/ diploma in electronics.

One year previous technical experience in diagnosing electronic equipment with the use of the digital multimeter (DMM).

Having and maintaining a valid Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License. *Please note work locations are located north of the 53rd parallel

Please visit us at www.mbll.com for more information and how to apply.

Program Manager – Learning Independence Fosters Empowerment (LIFE) Transition Program Kisewatisiwin Services – Thompson MB Competition No. 2309.10.14 Macdonald Youth Services requires an experienced, full-time Program Manager for the LIFE Transition Program working with high needs adolescents’ who are dealing with multiple treatment issues. Reporting to the Assistant Coordinator, this position is responsible for the overall coordination and case management for all the youth in the program. The Program Manager is responsible for creating a therapeutic environment within the program through the development of specific treatment plans for the youth using the strength based treatment approach and provides the overall supervision of the Youth Care Practitioners working within the program.

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: Minimum 4 years experience working with high risk youth; Minimum 2 years experience in a management/supervisory role; Degree in an Applicable Human Services field, a combination of experience and education will be considered; Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR certification; Must possess a valid driver’s license; Possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) and Child Abuse Registry.

SALARY RANGE: $40,741.03 – 56,350.10 d.o.q. per annum plus 5% Northern Allowance and a competitive pension and benefit plan.

HOURS WORKED: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm with some flexibility to support the program on evenings and weeks as required.

Resumes maybe faxed to 204-778-7778, emailed, northern. careers@mys.mb.ca, or delivered to 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 noon November 13, 2014. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact Check. Please visit our website www.mys.ca for complete information on this and other employment and volunteer opportunities.

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THOMPSON SENIORS COMMUNITY RESOURCE COUNCIL AGM. Monday, November 17 at Noon. NRHA Administration Building Room 143. For more info or to RSVP Call Pam 204-778-1597.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES FESTIVAL SALE will be held at the Lutheran United Church, 52 Caribou Rd, Nov. 14 - 22 (closed Sunday). Mon - Fri, 2 pm - 8 pm and Sat. 10am - 4 pm. On Sat., Nov. 15 there will be a bake sale and homemade crafts will be for sale throughout the week. Come out to support this Fair Trade event that also supports local causes such as the Wapanohk breakfast program and the Rotary Splash Park. For more info: 677-3713 or shantz@mymts.net LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY REMEMBRANCE DAY TEA. Sat., Nov. 8, Legion Centennial Hall – 1 to 3 pm. Bake, Touch & Take Tables, Silent Auction, Fish Pond for Kids, Pie Auction, Coffee, Tea & Lunch. Door prizes – 1 adult; 1 junior. Plus: Rented tables. Everyone Welcome! Admission – Adults $3; 12 years & under $1. All profits will go to the Thompson Fire Fighters Association!

JOB VACANCY DIRECTOR OF HEALTH Under the general direction of the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer and the KTC Executive Council, the Director of Health provides advisory and advocacy services to member First Nations as well as overseeing the planning, development and implementation of health programs and services to achieve the maximum and/or acceptable level of effectiveness at the Tribal Council and community level. The Director of Health is responsible for the operation and functioning of speciďŹ c programs and the supervision of individuals within these programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: •

University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTOR

Classification: Instructor Part-Time Term Position: January 26/15 to February 9/15 (maximum of 90 hours) Norway House, Manitoba Competition No. 14-089 Closing Date: November 21, 2014 or until position is filled.

Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “Employment�, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

Thompson (866) 677.6450

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Attainment of a diploma or degree from a Post-secondary institution in a health related or Social Work ďŹ eld.

A minimum of three years successful work related experience in management and supervision.

Knowledge and successful experience in community development.

Experience in the development and administration of health programs and services for First Nations people.

ProďŹ ciency in Microsoft OfďŹ ce applications is a requirement.

Must possess acceptable written and oral communication skills.

Ability to speak Cree or Dene language an asset.

Must be willing to travel and must have a valid Manitoba Driver’s License.

A detailed resume, including at least 3 references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor, should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, OfďŹ ce Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax: (204) 677-0256 EMAIL ADDRESS: lbeardy@ktc.ca Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 7, 2014. We thank those who submit their resume and only those applicants being considered for the position will be contacted.

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Cooking up a storm Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of Heather Butt Student from Grade 9 through Grade 12 at Petit Casimir Memorial School in Lac Brochet have a new extracurricular activity to participate in since the establishment of a cooking club in early October. The club is supervised by George Thompson, the school’s new guidance counsellor, and 25 students have signed up. The first two meetings served up some sweet stuff, in the form of cherry cheesecake and lemon meringue pies. The most recent menu included turkey stew, bannock and blueberry cheesecake with real cream.

The students love learning new recipes and cooking techniques but the real highlight is sitting down and tasting their creations when they’re done.

McCain Foods Canada – Maintenance and Powerhouse Department Positions in Carberry, MB All potatoes are not created equal. We should know- we’re McCain Foods; the world’s largest producer of frozen french fries and a leader in quality food products around the globe. In all we do, we strive to be the very best and maintain our commitment to quality, value and convenience. The same is true of our people. We seek only the best. If you are at the top of your game and share our sense of responsibility to the community, believe strongly in the values of honesty, integrity and fairness, and you seek a healthy environment in which to grow and succeed; you may be just the spud we’re looking for. Come grow with us.

McCain Foods (Canada) has immediate full time openings for positions in the Maintenance Department at our Carberry, Manitoba Food Processing Plant. We are currently seeking:

2nd Class Power Engineer Licensed Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic We offer competitive benefits and pension package with the opportunity for advancement within the McCain Global Network. McCain Foods is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility, operating on various scheduled shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

If you are a ticketed tradesperson in one of the above positions and are interested in growing with us, please submit your application to: Crystal Nader, HR Generalist Email: crystal.nader@mccain.ca Phone: (204) 834-6325

Marymound North is presently seeking: Clinical Case Manager – Treatment Foster Care - Bulletin #CCM14-80 Part-time Permanent (40 hrs. bi-weekly).

Full caseload management working with children and adolescents in treatment foster care homes, clinically supporting treatment home providers in delivery of care plans while providing intense therapeutic services to clients. Minimum BSW and 3 years’ or direct experience working in child welfare or similar setting. Experience working in foster care; in developing treatment plans, ability to work independently and as part of a team is an asset.

Treatment Foster Parents – Bulletin #TFC14-50 Marymound North’s Treatment Foster Care Program (TFC) is seeking treatment foster parents to support, nurture and attend to the daily requirements of a high needs youth who deserves to grow up in a caring environment. As part of our TFC Program, you will be a member of our foster care team and will receive extensive support.

Youth Care Practitioners, F/T/, P/T, Casuals – Marymound Receiving Home – Open Bulletin YCP14-03 (Days, nights, overnights, weekends) Full-time, part-time and casual positions as 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 and acceptable Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency ¤rst aid, valid driver’s license and abstract Submit a cover letter and résumé quoting the Bulletin # to: Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 Fax: 204-334-1496 E-mail: careers@marymound.com Apply on-line: www.marymound.com

For more information www.marymound.com Marymound is an equal opportunity employer

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