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2018 PROGRESS ISSUE INSIDE

Two ofto four new schools on Northern Council takes Goose CEO BookCanada a way preserve and pass on rst stepyouth towards Manitoba First Nations willfienable to donates $1 million towards memories of growing up in Churchill reducing complete high school without leavingtheir home polar bear conservation facility Polar Bears International (PBI) received a $1 million donation towards the construction of a new facility in Churchill during their Polar Bear Affair gala in Toronto Feb. 27.

Dani Reiss, president and CEO of Canada Goose, as well as a current Polar

“Over the least decade of Bears

BY IANInternational GRAHAM board member and a former working with PBI, I have EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET chairman of that boarda quarter seen firsthand the passion An investment of nearly from 2008 to for 2017, and energy that the team of a billion dollars new schools pledged the money,Manitoba which puts in four Northern First into their important represents about half of 16 research and efforts to Nations announced Nov. will the the organensure meanmoney that students from two of polar bears have ization hopes to raise for beaable future,” said Reiss in a those communities will now Polar Bears International press release. “It is a privto complete high school without ilege to be a part of helpHouse. leaving home.

ranks in October

ing them build a muchneeded facility which will serve as a launch site for that’s our size, we have the PBI’s research and educa- BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET most,” she said. tional activities on polar Council approved fi rst Matechuk said that bear habitat conservation reading of a bylaw to re- since the need to cut costs around the world.”

The proposed Polar duce the number of coun- is partly due to the new, Bears International House, cillors from eight to six at lower grant-in-lieu (GIL) construction of which is their Feb. 26 meeting by a that Vale Manitoba Operexpected to begin at the vote of 6-3, with council- ations pays the city instead The federal government’s Instart of the 2018 polar bear lors Ron Matechuk, Dun- of property taxes, the coundigenous Services department said season, will be built on do- can Wong and Judy Kolada cillors who negotiated that last Friday that it was spending agreement could make it nated land on Churchill’s opposed. $248 million to build new schools Before the reduction possible for council to go main street and designed in Bunibonibee Cree Nation, God’s becomes reality, however, through a trial period with to be energy efficient and Lake First Nation, Manto Sipi Cree ecologically sound. It will the bylaw must be the fewer members.

Nation and Wasagamack First Na“If the three councillors serve as a site to educate subject of a public heartion. An existing school for kining, currently scheduled that negotiated the GIL, this visitors to Churchill about dergarten to Grade 6 students in polar bears, climate change for March 12, and then miserable, this very poor Bunibonibee will also receive exand the urgent need to take receive second and third GIL, were to do the hontensive renovations. Together, the action, as well as provide reading, which are tenta- ourable thing and resign five schools will serve over 2,600 broadcast facilities for tively slated to occur March from council, we would students. The schools in God’s Lake media, support polar bear 12 and March 26 respect- have a couple of weeks to First Nation and Manto Sipi Cree research and outreach ef- ively. City manager Gary find out whether we want Nation will both accommodate stuforts, and assist visiting Ceppetelli says the bylaw to proceed all the way to dents from kindergarten to Grade scientists, educators and must be passed 180 days third reading on this,” said 12. The current school in Manto other guests whose work prior to the election date Matechuk, who repeated Sipi Cree Nation only offers educaand support are critical to of Oct. 24. If it is, the next comments made Feb. 12 tion up to Grade 11 while students Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Indigenous Services Canada polar bear conservation. election could be a bit of when council voted 5-2 in God’s Lake First Nation have a case musical to amend the Thompson Indigenous Services Canada Minister Jane Philpott, metofwith chiefs chairs, from four Northern Manitoba First NaThe facility will include a right, to leave their community to comwith the eight incumbent Charter Act, which stiputions Nov. 16 to announce $248 million for the construction of four new schools and the renovation of another. workspace, bunkhouse, plete their education after finishing councillors, assuming all of lates that council should kitchen and storage space Grade 9. every very involved them in the decide design to of run the again, well.” have eight councillors and equipment.

“That’s a big part of what the has now become true.forFor competing for only six a mayor, to the effect be a real “They’ve worked with the Building the schools will that also is the schools. single larcommunities are really happy young person there has to“This available spots, along with reducing the number of and having on the plan for what they provide opportunities for local emdonationarchitect PBI has about,” Indigenous Services Can- way to enjoy their youthgest allto the other council positions way.”andwant the an schools look like,candidates. what ployment and for memberswould of the received it is ada Minister Jane Philpott told the a nice school is a powerful Eliminating two council prevent from Construction of theamazing schools commitment is kind of equipment and facilities communities to“new learn blood” new skills. to Nickel Belt News. “The chiefs empositions would save just coming into council. springsecure of there “They’re going to try to make helping the will polarbe, how they want it to phasized today how hard it is on expected to begin in the under $20,000 in salarNations respectful traditional ways sure lots Deputy of local mayor people Colleen are embear’s future,”besaid PBI of the parents when their kids have to 2019 and the four First ies and perhaps about Smook said that isn’t ne$190-mil-director of learning and they are going to build Kristaand traditional ways of ployed leave the community. Sometimes have already signed aexecutive Nickel Belt News photo byasIanshe Graham $5,500 to $16,400 in cessarily true and Conbuilding.

They will be considerably workforce that will be able Wright.

“We’re humbled the parents to leave asdeMeulles well lion Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northernhave director Gisele hascontract written awith bookPenn-Co about her experiences growing up, mostly in Churchill.a skilledValentino were among the larger existingexpenses, schools. I based contribute not only to the building by this Ltd. generous giftthan and thetravel because they don’t want to have struction Services Canada on the amounts spent on top three vote-getters in actasasbad, the right?’ general project manyou goswallow throughwhen the comthis infrastructure but to other extremely their kids alone another

BY IAN GRAHAM For all the harsh weather to write things thatinyou have place.

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Indigenous Services This means will beIable EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET have all these stories and to figure out.the It’schildren pretty clear to doCanada but I jumped at it.case I that Churchill and the dangers of polar councillors andyears been on council before, is capture providing another $58 million veryexciting cramped spending quartersjust and that’s the ahead,” the minister said to stayIin thethrough.” community, their famThough she’s now written when get I need to them for Erica thought that was should fi nd somewhere bears, deMeulles said if and Dani Reiss do- the two highest spending while Coun. Penny Byerit to support other expenses of the reasons whytothey Although the viable announcement will be able stay with them a book about her experien- ilies DeMeulles said to she wrote my grandchildren really until related the plane one landed and easier live.haven’t had been she would nated $1 million towards in thetheir fiscal year 2016.markedsaid faces don’t autobuilding these and says been able the fresh beginning conand book, that will beWhispers a huge impact.” ces growing up in Churchill, her titled in becausetothey will be lost schools if they started throwing theto keep “To say,students ‘Those people have moved backoftothe ChurchShrinking council six matically equate says to differPolar Bears toIInternational’s in the communities as to well the toThey struction Philpott these Addictions Foundation of theBunibonibee Wind: StoriesCree fromNation the Iwill fuel off and realized, ‘Holy choose liveasthere. illphase, in a heartbeat. don’t.”using a consolidated approach wouldschools put Thompson in ent results. proposed facility in Churchprocurement will reduce the Ioverall projects are fact that the current don’tis quite have a -new built for Manitoba northern director North Lifeschool in Churchill forstudents She also has a reputation cats, was probably sitting should just leave,’ “I long-awaited. miss the shoreline, I line with other similarly “I’m not surethat thatthe whethill the organization’s construction cost of each have the appropriate equipment, “Thismiss is something from Grade 7 to 12.

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They’d go, Nations have the option toasdo that? back standing on the way suspended operations other city or municipality Continued on Page 3 Bears last International said. “But when I moved said. “My kids are not go- ‘You didn’t do all that, did northPolar of Gillam spring. I think right now they’re Hudson Bay looking out on to Thompson to get into ing to get it if I don’t do it you? You’ve got to be really “It used to be a really feeling like they’re pawns the bay, it just gives you an the school of social work, and it’s something I’ve al- old.’ I was like, ‘No, actually thriving large community in a political game and that’s incredible sense. You feel so at that point I had to write ways wanted my mom to I did all that before I was and it’s just dwindled down really sad for them because I small and you feel great.”

WE SELL for university and realized, do. My mom’s an elder and 27,’ and they went ‘What?’” to such a small population think the people of ChurchNow that she’s got • HOUSEWARE • ELECTRONICS ‘Holy, I’m not bad at this, she’s an artist, she’s got so under her belt, Looking back, some of now,” deMeulles says. ill really want to thrive. one book HELIUM • TOYSThough she’s not •there FRAMES right?’ I certainly developed many wonderful stories be- those experiences are things They’ve built their worlds deMeulles says she may try BALLOONS! a lot of skill in university cause she always tells her she might not do again. any longer, her parents and there.

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Friday, November 23, 2018

Grizzlies, polar bears and black bears all present in Northern Manitoba’s Wapusk National Park, University of Saskatchewan researchers find

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Friday, March 16, 2018

Who was St. Patrick? says, “The love of God eventually all of Ireland and his fear grew in me was converted to Chrismore and more as did tianity after hearing Patthe faith…” Six years rick’s message. later in a dream, he was Patrick was a humtold to escape by go- ble, pious and gentle ing the by coast.

There lead manauthor whoseDouglas trust inClark God A to study University he found sailors who should be an example of Saskatchewan (USask) says the presence of for all took him back to Briteach North of us. American He wrotebear the researchers in Wapusk Na- three tional Park onhe thewas shorereof species the same is ain where poem ofinfaith calledarea “The with “expected Hudson united Bay withnear hisChurchill family consistent Breastplate:” has black bears, andrecorded began studying for ecological responses to the polar bears and grizzly effects Christ be with of me,clithe priesthood.

After amplified bears in overlapping areas mate change on high-latiChrist within me, some he had a vi- tude for thetime, first time. ecosystems.”

Christ behind me, sion, which he recorded The study, entitled Wapusk National Christ before me Park in his memoirs, appeal“Novel range overlap of is at the northern edge of Christ ing toursids him to to black three in return the Canbears’beside habitatme, range Christ to win meedge Ireland.

He was eventuadian subarctic,” was pub- and the southeastern Christ to comfort lished in the peer-reviewed seems to be an exally ordained bishop and of what andofrestore journal Science grizzlyme bears’ sent to Arctic take the Gospeland to pansion Christ beneath me, Ireland. Patrick preached above me, there for THOMPSON 40 years. He MUSICChrist PARENTS Christ often used the shamCRAFT & BAKE SALE in quiet, Christ in danger rock, the little plant with RDPC Gym in hearts Saturday, December 1, 10Christ am - 3 pm three leaves on its stem, in all5who $2 (children under free) love me to explain Admission: the Trinity.

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March 17, 461 and was buried at one of the many churches that he had built in Ireland.

As you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, bring the spiritinof parange theIreland’s Canadian Arctron saint to your praytic and subarctic. Many ers. bears Patrick polar fromreached western Hudson Bay poor spend and the out to the summer and fall inHe Wapusk downtrodden. apbecause ofevery the complete proached person melting of sea ice, while with compassion, repregnant females spend the spect and love as well winter inland in a materas adenning missionary nity area. spirit that led him to bring “Our observations add the faith to others.

If to growing evidence that you believe in Christ, grizzlies are substantially increasing their range then like St. Patrick in northern you have aCanada,” missionsaid to Clark, a conservation scipass on that faith. For entist at thethe USask parents, firstSchool to be of Environment and Susevangelized are tainability (SENS),your who children. Teach them conducted the research aboutwith God,Ryan about his along Brook, love for them, how an associate professor to in pray and how to make the College of Agriculture and former the Bioresources, choices in life that SENS and College of Arts will please him. Tell the and Science students Chelstory of St. Patrick to your young ones. In

Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of University of Saskatchewan Motion-activated cameras installed by University of Saskatchewan researchers in three places in Northern Manitoba’s Wapusk National Park recorded visits by polar bears, black bears and grizzly bears between 2011 and 2017. The researchers say the overlap of all three species’ range is unprecedented and may be a result of climate change. educentr.dumont@gmail.com sea Oliphant-Reskanski, or displacing them. This bears. The cameras were Michel Laforge and Kiva range overlap shouldn’t installed at the request of Sister Andrea Dumont Olson, as well as Danielle be viewed as a threat to Parks Canada, which wantRivet, a current student in any of these bears, but ed researchers to study the the College of Arts and should be understood as pattern and causes of polar seph of Toronto Roman your own behaviour an Science. ecological response to bears visiting the sites.

Catholic religious order.

Seekinglove newand or exchange.”

The polar bear populalisten, be environmental panded and new Clark said spent 14 predation years in tion in western Hudson humble.habitats Next reach out She food sources are some ways grizzly bears does not Bay is considered temGuatemala and since to your neighbours.

In- by bears may respond cli- have a significant effect porarily stable but they returning to Canada vite them to cometowith mate change and Wapusk on overall populations are listed provincially as you to church on Sun- has lived in Grand is located at the confluence of other bear species and a threatened species. GrizRapids, Easterville day or ask them to pray of boreal forest, tundra and that smaller bear species zlies are a species of speand Thompson.

The with you.

Be joyful in ocean ecosystems, which change their behaviour to cial concern in Canada and main focus of her work your encounters with the researchers say are all avoid grizzlies. The pres- are on the list of extirpated in adult education, others. Let Christdue withchanging quickly to ence of all three species in (locally extinct) animals in which trainthe warming climate. area includes could affect bear Manitoba. Black bears are in you, shine through the “What’s clearlySt. newPatare management and conservaing lay presiders for not categorized as a threatyou.

Celebrate the said Clark. efforts, times whenhowever. there is no ened species. rickgrizzlies,” and learn from tion “It’s Motion-activated camThe study was funded available, organhim.likely that they will priest benefit the most because eras installed in three by Parks Canada, USask, Happy St. Patrick’s izing and instructing in they have been known to places in Wapusk record- the Social Science and Huthe various ministries, Day! Enjoy theother celebradominate the two ed 401 bear visits between manities Research Council, sacramental tion of his life! species elsewhere, for in- 2011 and 2017,preparaincluding NSERC’s Belmont Chaltion and RCIA (Rite of lenge and the Churchill Sister Andrea Dustance eating both black 25 by black bears, 10 by Christian Initiation of mont is a member of bears and polar bears, grizzlies and 366 by polar Northern Studies Centre. the Sisters of St. Jo- Adults).

I’m grateful to Donna Through effective coWilson of Quality Inn of & operation in a range Suites and Brenda Davidsectors and services, our son and Natalie Lagace of Manitoba government is the Society for Manitobans working with the federal with Disabilities organgovernment to for improve izing a Take Your MLA to lives of people across our Work Day An event last week, province. example of and introducingismeour to this for partnership Danielle Hrabliuk.

Danielle joint investment with the made time in her busy work federal government, anschedule to show me around nounced in February, of her workplace at Quality nearly $47 million to creInn in Thompson, ate & upSuites to 1,400 new and demonstrating tasks she newly funded the early learnperforms and explaining her ing and child care spaces various responsibilities in Manitoba. Included as in athis full-time employee. expansion are Danpreielle likes her job, and her school spaces at Thompsupervisor and coworkers son Children’s World and appreciate her commitment.

Early Learning and Child She’s a wonderful Care Thompson, example as well of those who contribute as nursery school spaces to through at organizations Riverside Daycare in the Manitoba Thompson.

The Supported agreement Employment Network. is about improved quality, When people are given the accessibility, affordability

year in Thompson, and it was good to see original volunteer Bobbi Montean and all the other volunteers supporting newcomers like Nelly Duarte at the kick-off announcement. They are dedicating their time during this holiday season to ensure everyone gets home safely.

Operation Red Nose can be reached at 204-778-8111 to give you and your vehicle a ride home.

I also saw Montean volunteering at the Santa Claus Parade last weekend in Thompson. Despite the cold weather, the kids enjoyed themselves while waiting to see Santa and Mrs. Claus at the end of the procession.

Thanks go to the volunteers as well as to the sponsors, organizers, participants and everyone who attended for making the day special.

Spiritual Thoughts

New businesses, longtime Budget cuts deficit and volunteer organizations increases health care fundinginspiring

and inclusivity in childcare, with consideration for families that are most

MLA Report

Kelly Bindle

kelly.bindle.mla.office@gmail.com Constituency Office: Unit 3-40 Moak Crescent Thompson, MB R8N 2B7 204-677-2066

opportunity toareach their at developing long-term potential, beneeconomiceveryone development fits.

I wantfor to growth congratulate strategy and Danielle on inherNorthern accomprosperity plishments her Manitoba. and We thank are confor sharing her story. tinuing this work with It was and also First my pleasure industry Nations last week to attend the grand communities to unlock the opening of Thompson Busour & economic potential in Freight region.with owners Sid VarmaThese and Jimmy Pelk, along kinds of economic with several of their employand service improvements ees drivers at their new are and what we are focused location at Southwood Mall. on at the Manitoba legisIt was aespecially great opportunity to lature, now that check out their buses and the house is back in session. This week, our Minister of Finance, Cameron Friesen, introduced Budget

coaches, history. and to hear their plans servicing north.

As for well, thistheyear’s Varma and Pelk, along with provincial budget increastheir employees, are opties funding for health care mistic and confident as they to its highest level ever in make the tremendous effort Manitoba, further reduces to start, operate and grow ambulance fees, creates 60 their business in Thompson full-time paramedic posto benefit our region. itions, boosts spending for inspiring seepronot theIt’s home cancerto drug only but gram new and businesses, invests in new longtime organizations schools, infrastructure and providing excellent serviother priorities such as the ces in North our area of the provLook initiative. ince.

Operation Red Nose This legislative session recently launched its 20th will allow us to continue making our province a better place for generations to come, by staying on track

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Thompson Citizen files Two men were found guilty of first degree murder in the 2015 killing of Nicholas Brophy Nov. 19. A third man earlier pleaded guilty to second degree murder and testified for the Crown in this trial.

Two men found guilty of first degree murder in 2015 killing of Nicholas Brophy in Thompson

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Two men were found guilty of first degree murder in the 2015 killing of Nicholas Brophy Nov. 19 in a Winnipeg courtroom.

A jury convicted Mark Bradley Thomas, 22, and Zach Edwin Linklater, 24, for murdering Brophy, 18, who disappeared in September 2015 while walking home from a friend’s house in Thompson. His body was found just outside city limits on April 26 of the following year. Linklater and Justin Baker, who pleaded guilty to second degree murder in Brophy’s killing and testified for the Crown in this trial, were arrested four days later. Thomas was arrested a little over a week later.

“I’m just so happy that he had justice tonight,” Danielle Brophy, Nicholas’s aunt, told the CBC

after the verdict. “It was a long three years, and we stood by his side, whether he’s beside us or not. We fought for him, and we won tonight.”

Although first degree murder carries a mandatory sentence of life in prison with no chance of parole for 25 years, Court of Queen’s Bench Justice Chris Martin granted the Crown’s request to delay sentencing and allow it to be held in Thompson so that people in the community can prepare and present victim impact statements, the CBC reported.

A forensic anthropologist told the court that Brophy suffered six skull fractures and multiple blunt force trauma wounds, most likely from a metal baton that was found nearby. Friends and family testified how they became worried on

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the night of Sept. 8, 2015 when Brophy stopped responding to texts around 11 p.m.

Court also heard testimony about how Thomas told undercover police officers, who testified without revealing their identities, about the murder while in a cell at RCMP headquarters in Winnipeg and being transported to Portage la Prairie. Baker told the court that he and Thomas and Linklater had jumped Brophy as he was walking home and taken him to a wooded area where he was choked and then beaten with the metal baton police found.

Thomas’s and Linklater’s lawyers did not call any witnesses in their clients’ defence but said Baker, who is serving a life sentence with no chance of parole for 10 years, was a liar trying to make a deal to save himself.

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Tyler Irving, Jenny Oleksuk, all from Canada, but then retired to the Snow Lake Roy- is traditionally a male-domin- then travel and meet with it just wasn’t interested a two-part project. Firstly, needs of all stakeholders,” check into it much, other had parked her car 2.5 miles Brandon vice-captain there isCook, the odd aloha in al Canadian Legion for coffee, ated environment. in flying south with its a one-hour documentary said Payne. “I am dedicatstakeholders on the stratthan with a couple we’d down the other the Jordan andmeasure. director thereGalloway for good Ms. Brasch hasside beenofemsnacks, and fellowship. downy brethren, a group about women in mining, ed to the project and its He noted that some asked for adirections at will the ployed trail, climbed to the top, and egy. ofNonetheless, operations Brian Shapka. it’s not too pulled together and cap- reflecting on the conwith Hudbay at the Finally, local woman potential and deeply apkelly.bindle.mla.offi ce@gmail.com would beatime-sensitrailhead. They said they was heading down the side items tough being tourist ... in tured the bird. They sent tributions of Kate Rice, preciate the support … We tive and as such would be Constituency Office: had hiked the 2.5 miles to we had just come up. We a state filled with tourists! make every effort to actioned immediately; it to Winnipeg at Gardew- and, secondly, a featureUnitwill 3-40 Moak Crescent noted that her vehicle would the SANDRA top of a mountain and Editor’s Note: This colLYTLE film on a portion of Rice’s keep the project moving ine’s expense and awaitwould be scheduled back down the route be on the other side of the others MB R8N 2B7 umn was intended for the ed word on a diagnosis. life, with a working titleThompson, Surrounded by same love our Wife/Mother forward.” clear timeframes. in four .. adding trail when she arrived at the within March 9 Nickel Belt News 204-677-2066 Sandra hours.

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At the age of 16 she would meet the love of her life Andrew Lytle. She married him at the age of 19 and then unintentionally starting her family in the next year with the birth of David, followed a year later with the birth of her first daughter Amanda, 6 years after that came When you call the police the last of her children Katrina. Later years she would refer to us as during an emergency situall as happy surprises. ation you shouldn’t be put Sandra had a lot of love in her heart which lead her to being a 2nd mom on hold or hung up on. But to a lot of David, Amanda and Katie’s friends. She will be remembered that’s exactly what has been and missed by all of them. happening in our region.

Sandra enjoyed many accomplishments in life including two degrees As MP for our region I for teaching but nothing can compare to the joy and love she had for have spoken out in support her family. Sandra’s children with their partners DavidThompson Lytle (Gabrielle), of local residents who have Citizen photo courtesy of Kate Whitton Amanda Hart (Travis) and Katrina Lytle gifted her with 7 grandchildren, experienced exactly that. close their hearts their donation towards upgrading lengthy hospital stays. The AlextoLytle, Isaiah Lytle,and Keira Hart, Ethan Hart, Hayden Hart, Sadie Ray Imagine phoning to report support is very on the MSP team at and Kaelynn Ray.much appre- the hospital cribs and materi- astaff serious crime in progress ciated by the Northern Health als such as colouring books, Thompson General Hospital Her house was seldom quiet as we all enjoyed family BBQ’s, her and being put on hold for up Region staff atdropping the Thompcrayons, andfor activities that aid would like to thank Employkids randomly by and grandkids coming a visit. Sandra to 20 minutes. sonkept General Hospital.

Thisclosewith andandevelopment ees & Friends for their simply the people that she loved and growth always had open door That is why I asked that year plans to put the but forwas children whoforexperience awesome contribution. forthe theirunit laughter/happy moments always there all of us the Standing Committee on in our time of need.

Public Safety and NationShe also enjoyed the companionship of her dogs, Henry and Bartrina, al Security of the House of which she had called her forever puppies and a large cat named Donuts.

Commons to ask Geri Dixon Her husband and children would like to thank the staff at Clarke’s and Alicia Bedford to speak Pharmacy, and the doctor and nurses from Thompson General Hospital directly about what happened ER and ICU that cared for her in her final days. They all went above to them. and beyond what was required.

Geri Dixon talked about She will be greatly missed by us all but remembered for all the good her daughter’s experience memories that we had. Please join us for a celebration of her life on where she had waited four Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the Burntwood Hotel - Miners Room minutes and 29 seconds to from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. be connected with the RCMP

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while someone was trying to break into her home.

It was a harrowing experience. “There was the banging on the doors, there was banging on the windows, there was screaming outside, while me and my two young daughters are alone in the house,” Alicia Bedford told the Thompson Citizen.

She repeated this story to the committee.

Calls for much of the North are relayed through a dispatch centre in either Brandon or Winnipeg, “We don’t have a local dispatch, we don’t have a local 911, and I think it’s unacceptable that we have to be on hold,” Alicia Bedford told the committee “Our lives don’t seem to matter as much as somebody who has 911 that will get through right away.

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New pizza place looking to get an Edge on the competition Thompson residents aiming to satisfy their craving for the perfect mix of dough, specialty toppings and melted cheese this winter can drop by the Pizza Edge restaurant, which is stationed in the heart of Thompson’s downtown core on 1 Public Road.

Ever since he set up shop in August 2017, owner Nadeem Khaleeq has strived to differentiate his business model and menu from the rest of the well-established pizza places in town, including Domino’s and Pizza Hut. “We have a better product at a better price,” he said. “And then you can see that in our chicken wings, our salads and our cheesy bread, which is very famous here. Every single order we are serving they ask us for

cheesy bread.”

While Khaleeq said the response from the public has been overwhelming positive so far, he mentioned that the journey to get to this point has had its fair share of challenges.

“We had a problem with the location at the start,” said Khaleeq, who previously ran a pizza place in North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

“Because there’s not a good history in this place, in this area. That was the issue in the start, but we’ve tried to manage it and now it’s good, because we have a lot of decent people come to pick up what we are offering.”

Part of Khaleeq’s strategy to make a big impact in the community is by reaching out to different groups,

providing catering services for events and even sponsoring local athletes in Thompson King Miner hockey.

“We do large group orders. We are doing weddings, we are doing parties and we are doing large orders in schools,” he said. “For R.D. Parker, we already served 300 people in one day.”

Pizza Edge’s menu is also nothing to sneeze at, since it sports a diverse selection of specialty pies, ranging from traditional offerings like Pepperoni and Canadian to more eccentric selections like Chicken Delight and Donair.

Khaleeq is also aiming to give back to his loyal customers through unique promotions like the “$1,000 tip race”, where a single person has

the chance to win a large cash prize through simply tipping their delivery driver.

“We will set aside $1.00 from every delivery,” he said. “The lucky customer who puts in the dollar that makes the pot reach $1,000 will be the winner.”

Even though they already have a dedicated staff of six people, Khaleeq revealed that there are still a number of positions available at Pizza Edge, which can be filled by simply dropping off a resume at their place of business on Public Road.

Otherwise, any other information about Thompson’s newest pizza place can be obtained by calling (204) 677-1122 or by visiting their official Facebook page.

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Through initiatives such as Regional, Provincial, and National Skills Competitions, Young Women’s Conferences, Skilled Trades and Technology Showcases, Trades & Technology Olympics, Extreme Sledding Competition, Summer Welding Camp and the In-School Program, we strive to show corporate Manitoba and youth how their individual successes will be mutually prosperous for us all.

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2018

Year in Review

2018 has been a massive year for change in the City of Thompson, both in city government and the community at large.

Changes in the northern Manitoban economy have created not only challenges, but significant opportunities that mark a new chapter in Thompson’s history. $163 Million in Local Investment

EEOFT & the Community Investment Profile

This year alone, governments and businesses invested $163 million in construction, renovations, and expansions in Thompson, $120 million of which comes from the private sector alone. Among the major investments in our community include:

Community leaders in Thompson are increasingly recognizing the need to promote the unlimited opportunities that tourism, regional services, and natural resources offer to investors both local and across the country through a robust regional marketing strategy.

Vale Manitoba Operations

McDonalds

$80 million concentrate loadout facility $2 million in additional exploration

$1.7 million complete reconstruction

Thompson Regional Airport Authority

$8.3 million retail upgrade

$8 million private Northstar Aviation hangar and apron $2 million water treatment plant site development $1.5 million road development

$6.3 million co-operative housing

Wal-Mart Lions Manor 55 Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation $2.3 million gas bar and convenience store

These investments not only show an unprecedented confidence in our economy, but highlight Thompson’s role as the Hub of the North. Our success is tied to the 50, 000+ residents that live in surrounding communities, the vast majority of which identify as Indigenous. A hub is nothing without the wheel that surrounds it, and just like these residents depend on Thompson for essential services like education, healthcare, retail and recreation, so too does Thompson depend on them to give vibrance to our community and drive the local economy.

New Council, New Leadership 2018 was election year for municipalities across Manitoba: not only did Thompson elect a majority of first-time councillors, but elected its first female mayor in the history of Thompson, former councillor Colleen Smook.

The City of Thompson’s administrative team also saw significant changes in leadership: after a decade of service, former City Manager Gary Ceppetelli passed the torch to the new City Manager, Anthony McInnis. McInnis is joined by a host of new directors within administration hired in 2018, including Harkamaljeet Gill (Development Services), Carol Taylor (Recreation, Parks, and Culture), Mike Bourgon (Fire, Emergency, and Public Safety), and Neil MacLaine (Public Works), all of whom are striving to bring new and innovative ideas to the provision of services in our community.

A New Phase for the Thompson Aboriginal Accord Next year marks the 10-year anniversary of the Thompson Aboriginal Accord, signed by the City of Thompson and witnessed by representatives of the Keewatin Tribal Council, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak, Manitoba Métis Federation, Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Northern Association of Community Councils, and Thompson Urban Aboriginal Strategy.

The Accord represents the interdependence between the City of Thompson and the Indigenous people of northern Manitoba, connecting governments, community councils, and northern businesses through mutual development and common objective of reconciliation.

After a decade of building relationships, the members of the Accord will be engaging in new, intensive strategic planning sessions in the coming year, moving beyond individual actions and towards collaborative initiatives focused around the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

During the summer, Thompson 2020 and Vale Canada Limited hosted breakfast sessions with business leaders from Thompson and Winnipeg, titled Emerging Economic Opportunities and the Future of Thompson (EEOFT), where leaders were presented with Vale’s long-term outlook for operations in Thompson and the region, as well as Thompson’s broader economic base and the opportunities that have emerged over the last two decades, including our regional market reach, comprehensive Indigenous partnerships, and abundance, sustainable natural resources, and the key sectors, growth sectors, and emerging opportunities in Thompson.

From these sessions developed the Thompson Community Investment Profile, developed

by Thompson 2020 and the City of Thompson. The profile highlights the unique advantages offered by doing business in Thompson. The profile is available for download at thompson.ca > Business > Thompson Community Investment Profile, or by hard copy on request.

2018 Manitoba Winter Games Powered by Manitoba Hydro In March of 2018, over a thousand athletes, coaches, and officials arrived in Thompson to compete in the 2018 Manitoba Winter Games Powered by Manitoba Hydro following the cancellation of the event in Virden. Despite having only half of the time normally available to prepare, Thompson’s residents pulled through with stellar resolve, and hosted a phenomenally successful event: the Games generated $1.1 million in net economic activity for Thompson alone, and debuted speedskating as an official part of the Winter Games.

The 2018 Manitoba Winter Games also left behind multiple legacy items, including equipment and upgrades to the TRCC and the Norplex Pool, and renewed development of a wrestling program in Thompson.

Northern Job Fairs & Northern Workforce Development Centre As adjustments to Vale’s workforce drew near, Thompson 2020, Vale, University College of the North. and the Northern Manitoba Sector Council worked together to host three Northern Job Fairs throughout 2018 to complement the Workforce Adjustment Services provided by the NMSC. The fairs brought together employers and job seekers to find find new pathways to employment.

The effort to assist workers affected by Vale’s adjustments also spurred on a key accomplishment for the action plans developed by the Thompson Economic Diversification Working Group (TEDWG), in the form of the Northern Workforce Development Centre under UCN. The Centre was developed as an adaptable and responsive training solution to the demands of employers and the northern job market, and was based on the plans outlined in TEDWG’s Industrial Skills and Trades Training Centre Action Plan.

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A hairdresser’s journey: the Salon Aurora story

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After 30 years of working in the hair care industry, Salon Aurora owner Michele Lothier is settling into the next stage of her career at The Plaza Mall.

With this new change in location, Lothier said the transition has worked out in their favour.

Not only does Salon Aurora get more foot traffic in their spot right next to Western Financial Group, but this placement also provides a level of privacy that you wouldn’t normally associate with a mall hair salon.

“It’s nice here because it’s not like I’m ‘in the mall.’ I can see outside and it’s not like the door is wide open,” said Lothier. “So it’s nice because it’s a little more private.”

Of course, this isn’t the first time that Lothier has had to adapt to new surroundings.

Before arriving in Thompson for the first time in 2004, she attended university in Sydney, Nova Scotia and quickly discovered that she didn’t want to pursue her Bachelor of Science degree.

“But I really enjoyed the chemistry and biology part of that course,” said Lothier. “So I ended up applying at a vocational school and got accepted, then quickly realized that you need to know a lot of biology and chemistry to do hair colour.

So I got my chemistry geek fix by doing that.”

This educational detour ended

up paying dividends in the long run, since hair colouring is one of Salon Aurora’s most popular services in 2017.

“Hair colouring is my favourite thing to do,” said Lothier. “If you want to just change your hair colour because you’re bored and you want something bright … everybody wants to look and feel younger.”

After Lothier graduated from Cape Breton Regional Vocational School, she started her career working in Sydney for the next couple years. Lothier eventually moved to Halifax, where she continued down this career path for the next 15 years. She even got involved with Redken hair products as an educator during this time.

“I taught product knowledge classes and worked pretty much every major hair show that was in Halifax up until I moved here in 2004,” she said.

Today, Salon Aurora remains Thompson’s only source for Redken products, not only retail but their professional colour products and hair repair products are Redken as well. Redken is a company that was founded on Science and Chemistry first, so it was a natural fit from the beginning.

While Lothier said that business has been steady since their move last July, she maintains that the current economic climate in Thompson is worthy of

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concern. However, the veteran hairdresser also mentioned that this industry is somewhat immune to these periods of uncertainty, since people are always looking to escape the real world through a couple hours of pampering.

“In an economic downturn people still want to feel good about themselves,” she said.

“Instead of going on a hot holiday or spending a ton of money and going on a big trip they’ll come and get a service done that

makes them feel better about themselves.”

With fellow hair stylist Shannon Chaput at her side, who has around 20 years of experience under her belt, Lothier will definitely keep local Thompsonites up to date on all the hot new styles at Salon Aurora, even as we transition into the frigid cold of winter.

Stop in to say hi, book an appointment or just to see all the great items they have for sale. Christmas is just around

the corner! It’s never too early to start shopping for the perfect gift item!

Check them out on Facebook, they also offer the convenience of online booking.

Click the book now button on their Facebook page and you can pick the time that works best for your schedule.

You can also send them an email at salonaurora@mymts. net.

From all the staff at Salon Aurora, have a great hair day!

Manitobah Mukluks have arrived at Myleen's treasures in the City Centre Mall.

Come onThompson down and get your204-677-4997 mukluks before they are gone!

The Plaza Mall, Phone Salonaurora@mymts.net

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Owner of Tri-Funk Fitness eager to learn right alongside her clients T: (204) 939-0166 • E: trifunkfitness@gmail.com • 55 Minago Bay • Thompson, Manitoba

Samantha Long’s status as a local health expert has undergone a significant transformation over the last seven years.

Today, she’s the proud owner of Tri-Funk Fitness and Wellness, a business dedicated to helping Thompsonites feel and look better through providing fitness classes, health coaching and a variety of other services.

While Long has made a name for herself by championing a more holistic and spiritual approach to health and wellness, her interest in pursuing this kind of work was sparked after attending a conventional Zumba class back in 2011.

“It just ignited something in me and I felt like I have to do this and share this with other people,” she said.

After receiving her first certification to teach Zumba, Long decided to branch out and learn as much about health and wellness as possible, having obtained the status of a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and an Integrative Nutrition health coach since then.

But Long said she isn’t interested in obtaining fancy titles.

Rather, her drive to educate herself in various avenues of health and wellness stems from a desire to help as many people

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“I aspire to learn as much as I can, because I have people that come to me from all different walks of life with all different types of things that they’re looking for and seeking help in,” she said. “So if someone steers me

ness classes, Reiki treatment, meditation yoga and dietary consultations.

However, running Tri-Funk Fitness isn’t without its challenges.

Since Long doesn’t hire any employees to help her out or have an established place of “It just ignited something in business, she’s forced to get me and I felt like I have to creative when it do this and share this with comes time to other people.” host her latest Samantha Long fitness class.

“I have taught out of many difin a direction of ‘what do you ferent places in town, so I don’t know about this?’ and if I don’t have a place of my own. I usuknow, I go out and I try to learn ally rent space,” she said. “So probably the biggest struggle is as much as possible and share moving around, finding where I that with people.”

Long’s quest for knowledge am, where I fit in the community also takes on somewhat of a as a solo fitness leader.”

Luckily, Long is glad to have personal note.

“I was seeking it for my famifound a small, but growing ly, because we have many health group of fellow fitness leaders issues, which is why I’m a little and entrepreneurs in Thompson over passionate about health to draw inspiration and support and wellness,” she said. “So from. some of the drive is to help peoThis includes people like ple, but also to help my people.”

Linda Toews, Katey Armstrong This knowledge and passion and the staff of other local gyms manifests in a number of unique and fitness clubs, who all bring services that aren’t widely avail- something unique to the table able anywhere else in Northern for people who are looking to Manitoba, including aquatic fitimprove their lives through fit-

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Samantha Long rents out space at the Thompson Chiropractic Clinic every Sunday to meet with clients and conducts BioMat therapy and Reiki treatments. ness, diet and healthy lifestyle choices.

“And I really try to research what’s being offered in town and offer something different,” said Long. “So, all together, we can reach everybody, or as many people who are seeking these things out.”

Looking ahead to the future, Long said she wants to continue to expand her knowledge in all areas of health and looks forward to sharing that learning experience with her clients.

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when I see somebody maybe doing something in a chair and I see someone who is way beyond my fitness level,” she said. “The more [variety] that I can have in my classes the happier I am as a leader.”

To learn more about Tri-Funk Fitness and Wellness, please visit Long’s official website trifunkfitness.ca.

Long also runs a personal blog on this website, where she doles out advice on topics related to “The Healthy Benefits of Laughing” or “Natural Ways to Reduce Anxiety.”

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The Thompson Humane Society (THS)

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As many of you know, we are your local Polaris, Yamaha, Mercury, and Lund dealer. We carry Polaris Snowmobiles, ATVs, Rangers, RZRs, and generators. We carry a full line of Lund boats and new for 2017, Lund Pontoon Boats! �e Yamaha line has Snowmobiles, ATVs, Outboard Motors, Generators, Pressure washers, and Water Pumps. We also carry the accessories you need to compliment products from each brand. As our business grows, we are bringing in more and more units so we have a larger selection on hand for our customers to choose from. We want to make this as easy as possible for you to get what you want, at a fair and honest price.

has just completed major renovations to their animal shelter. “The Animal Shelter has underwent a major Your fair, reliable and honest Northern Sports facelift, ” says Power THS long time experience.

Our low staff turnover rate means that you get Board Chair Oswald Sawh. Some of the work done in to thedeal with the same friendly faces that understand your wants and building includes new dog kennels, new flooring, renovated needs on a personal isolationbasis. and cat rooms, new windows as well as additional We strive provide an environment where windows into order to bring in more natural light you into feel the comfortable because you are amongst family and friends. building. “Having more natural light in the building really For athe Rick’sinMarine, just a of job, does lot staff for theatanimals our care.this Theisn’t installation twobut a passion and a lifestyle which pushes our staff to specialize in their fields. new HVAC systems will also provide better air quality for the Our company mission is to grow with our supporting communities to animals in the building, “said Sawh. provide a better community for us all. Thompson is rapidly changing, One new additional service that the THS will be providing is and we’re here to meet you every step of the way. We promise to a store. “We have heard many times over the years that the continue to grow with our communities to build a strong future for THS should get its own small store since Thompsonites would the North. From a business perspective we believe in supporting our prefer to buy some of their pet supplies from us,” said Sawh. He northern communities as they have been essential to the existence added, “We of willRick’s have all of the basic supplies that you would and growth Marine. need so please come and take look. Anything we do We know individuality is aimportant so wethat strive tonot pay close attenhave we can look at adding based on demand. ” The THS will tion to the needs of each customer. also be Rick’s expanding its hours of just operation to 12:00 to 5We encourage We at Marine are not friends, we’renoon family. pm Monday and 12:00 noonselves, to 4 pmmaking on Saturdays. each other totobeFriday our best possible us an efficient and Sawh alsoteam. commented on howto wellmeet Thompson has supported the THS effective We strive all your needs and help you out the individuals who have overway the years, “I cannot say enough my fellow Thompsonites best we know how, with aabout smile. fundraising ideas and who and ourlike business community that hasand supported us over the years.

We’d to thank Thompson surrounding communities for beare willing to facilitate the Since the THS in 2001, we our have saved taken caresystem. It was ing patient aswas weincorporated are implementing new and computer event to contact the THS. of close to 4,000adogs and cats. Wedue could done thistimes. withoutHowever, with unfortunately requirement tonot thehave changing “We are always looking for thenew high level of support experienced. ” Sawh our state of the we arthave equipment we willcommented be able tothat serve you even people who want to look at the listeffi of residents that have support over thenew managemore ciently and andbusinesses effectively thanprovided ever before.

With putting on a fundraiser on years isour veryshop long but wished to acknowledge theand THS’now s foundational ment, has been modernized we are pleased that our behalf.” partners as well brings as organizations, programs andalignment groups thatwhile have the back of this transition the store front in The THS will be hosting help support the recent Cityever of Thompson, the shop allows us torenovations. serve you“Calm fasterAir, than before. We’ve heard the grand re-opening of you we want assure wefrom are day working harder andThompson, the Thompsonand Veterinary officetohave been you with us their Animal Shelter at than to continually improve.Our We don’t intend stuck one, ever their support has been invaluable. renovations would to notstay Aside frominthe grand re-opening of the Animal Shelter, Sawh also 12 noon – 1 pm on Friday these times funding but rather a valued have changing happened without fromwe theintend Provincetoofbe Manitoba’ s leader advised into on some of the upcoming events that will be happening over November 30. At that the future. Places Program, Thompson Community Foundation, Community the winter and spring. “The THS will have our annual Christmas time the THS wants to We have the only Red sealWomen certifiWho ed, factory training technician Thomas Sill Foundation, and 100 Care-Thompson. booth in December as well as our Christmas mail out. acknowledge the many organizations, volunteers, and residents working inCustom the power sports industry in Thompson.

Our technicians Burntwood Builders and their subcontractors did an excellent We will also be organizing our 3rd Annual Woofstock for the spring that have been of assistance to the THS over the last year. “We have helped achieve level our brands workjob to help usus plan out andsilver complete the across renovations.

I want toand also weofare 2019 and will be restarting our monthly poker tournaments in invite everyone to come out. The Board of the THS has always been ing hard towards attaining gold level service standards. our ever acknowledge Norm Couture of the Assiniboine Credit Union for his In January of 2019.” Sawh also advised that the THS’s AGM will be of the opinion that the THS is a community asset, its success has changing worldour ofloan products, our customer, can the be assured you work on getting approvedyou, that helped, combined with occurring in January of 2019. “We will be advertising for our AGM always been based on support from the community of Thompson. have the most knowledgeable professionals workingwho on your product. grants received, pay for the renovations and Earl Coulbourne and Igroups encourage individuals who wish to help out the THS, either as We want everyone to come out to share in the celebration of the We are pleasedfortoour provide support to the various power sports helped fundraise new bathtub for the animals. members or as volunteers to come out.”FORGET Sawh also Animal Shelter being re-opened. and clubs in our community, as well as our community asboard a whole.

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“I cannot say enough about my fellow Thompsonites and our business community that has supported us over the years. Since the THS was incorporated in 2001, we have saved and taken care of close to 4,000 dogs and cats. We could not have done this without the high level of support we have experienced.”

Boardman/Northland Funeral Home 28 Nelson Rd Thompson, MB Phone: 204-778-7982 Fax: 204-677-9859 Email: boardmanfuneralhome@outlook.com

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Whenever we’re faced with difficulties, we find comfort in those we know and trust. People we can count on to do their very best to help us.

This is especially true when a loved one has died. If, at this very moment, this is your experience, please know the members of our professional staff are your friends and your neighbors. Each of them care deeply about the people living in our community, and will become your ally during this time…and long after.

Naturally, people turn to us every day to assist them in planning a funeral. Sometimes it’s because a loved one has recently died, and their need is immediate. Other times, they turn to us because they wish to plan ahead; either for themselves, or for someone they love. We can n also help you learn to understand your grief and help yourself heal. We are available for you, 24 hours a day.

Please contact us for more information.

Christopher Boardman and Brian White Phone: 204-778-7982 Fax: 204-677-9859 Email: boardmanfuneralhome@outlook.com

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What Sasagiu Rapids Lodge looks like in 2018

Sasagiu Rapids Lodge is located alongside Highway 6, approximately 45 minutes south of Thompson.

To make a reservation or to find out more information about our services, please contact us at the following:

sasagiurapids@gmail.com

204-677-9351 Join us on Facebook for upcoming events or visit our website:

sasagiurapids.com

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When Thiti and I bought this property back in the fall of 2013 we had a singular vision in mind: to establish in ten acres of a campsite area around Sasagiu Rapids Provincial Park and bring authentic Thai cuisine to Northern Manitoba.

In the subsequent five years, we’ve taken that idea to a whole new level in a continuing effort to make Sasagiu Rapids Lodge the ultimate destination spot for campers and lovers of the outdoors.

For example, back in 2014 we were in desperate need of more rooms for our clientele. So we hit up our financial institution to help kick start the construction of a new eco-friendly, geo-thermal building overlooking the beautiful Grassy River system.

This new facility, which was completed in late 2015, offers two large kitchen suites on the bottom level, eight more rooms on the top and 48foot private deck overlooking the lake.

But this isn’t the only project we’ve been working on in the last five years.

This past summer we successfully installed new playground equipment, a shower facility and a private 32-foot dock system for relaxing and swimming.

We also just recently acquired three new mobile homes in Wabowden to expand our accommodation capabilities. But these aren’t your runof-the-mill trailers, since two of them come equipped with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a Jacuzzi tub.

With these recent purchases and renovations, we can now accommodate a group of up to 43 people, which could include a work crew or a wedding party.

We also have meeting room facilities.

Over the past years, we’ve also invested heavily in the recreational vehicle rental business by providing our clients with access to pontoon boats, snowmobiles, ATVs, side-by-sides and Argos.

We’ve also filled a void in the market for supplying docks for Northern Manitoba.

We are now factory authorized installers and a dealer for Eco Freindly EZ Dock systems and gangplanks, and we sell and install wood dock kits for the more economical and DIY customers.

We also now stock a full inventory of replacement parts for both systems which are all high quality galvanized Eco Freindly products.

Even if you’re a little nervous about getting behind the wheel of one of

these machines, we also offer guided tours with all of these rental products so you can enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds of Setting Lake, the Grassy River system or our various snowmobile trails in comfort.

And when you’re all tuckered out from a full day of adventuring, you can return to our dining room and bar area to indulge in our authentic Thai and Western cuisine, which will ensure that you have a great night sleep in peaceful, quiet, and safe surroundings.

In terms of our future plans, we want to expand and provide even more exciting outdoor activities for wandering travellers, including night time ice-fishing, northern lights viewing, development of a 16-kilometre cross country ski trail, snowshoe experiences, and an eco-friendly winter tenting camp. We are almost finished developing private tenting sites along the lake on our property, along with a day-use and overnight camping area.

In the summer we’re planning to offer paddleboard and canoe rentals along with pontoon boat viewing and fishing tours. For our commercial clients we have made a helicopter landing area that has been used quite a bit already, and can land up to 2 helicopters at the same time.

We are introducing frozen packaged Thai Food for people travelling to take home and heat up at a later time so they can enjoy our authentic Thai food in the comfort of their own homes. We are currently selling our spring rolls frozen and are looking forward to offering other Thai food products on our menu that won’t lose the authentic taste.

All in all, we will be doing our best to make Sasagiu Rapids Lodge THE must-visit Northern Manitoba travel destination of 2019 and well into the future.

Steve & Thiti Grandbois Owners

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Guided by the Seven Sacred Teachings, University College of the North is building better futures for a stronger North.

University College of the North (UCN) is a relatively new post-secondary institution in Manitoba, receiving its university status in 2004. Originally opening as the Northern Manitoba Vocational Centre in 1966, it was developed into the Keewatin Community College two years later offering programming with a heavy emphasis on the trades.

Now UCN enrolls about 2,300 students annually in adult learning, certificate, diploma and undergraduate degree programs in northern Manitoba. UCN offers programming in three faculties: the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Arts, Business and Science and the Faculty of Health, as well as a College of Trades and Technology. Geographically, its catchment area has a population that is approximately 75% Indigenous. UCN’s enrolment includes more than 70% of students who identify as Indigenous. UCN takes a holistic approach to student supports including the availability of Elder supports and services through 2 Resident Elder positions in The Pas and Thompson. Additionally, the Mamawechetotan and Ininiwi Kiskinwamakewin Centres at UCN’s 2 main campuses ensures that students can participate in traditional ceremonies and teachings throughout the academic year.

UCN has main campuses in The Pas and Thompson, located on Treaty 5 territory, and operates 12 Post-Secondary Access Centres in communities throughout the North, nine of which are located in First Nations communities. A unique feature of the institution is the tri-cameral model of governance which in-

cludes a Governing Council (or Board of Governors), Learning Council (or Senate) and a Council of Elders.

UCN has an important mandate to educate Indigenous Manitobans in the north, and the incorporation of Indigenous perspectives and worldviews in the curriculum is a critical part of achieving that mandate. UCN is proud of its continuing effort to ensure that Indigenous content and pedagogy form part of the curriculum in all courses and does not rely on a single mandatory course offered just once during a student’s academic career.

A total of 57.7% of students at UCN reported Indigenous content was integrated into

their courses, according to responses received from UCN’s online student course evaluation system for the 2017/18 academic year. Additionally, 49.9% of students reported that their studies added new knowledge to their understanding of Aboriginal cultures, suggesting a considerable value-added effect through UCN’s coursework.

UCN is continually searching to provide programming and opportunities best suited for its region and is fully prepared to work with all of northern Manitoba to build a stronger economy and a brighter future. In May 2018, in partnership with Vale and the Province of Manitoba, opened the Northern Workforce

Development Centre (NWDC) at its campus in Thompson. This is an excellent example of allowing northern Manitobans the ability to benefit from a centre that brings together industry and workers. The NWDC provides innovative training in one convenient place to prepare workers for in-demand jobs in the Thompson and surrounding areas. Essentially, it creates direct paths from training to employment. The NWDC is an important response to the developing economic situation in Thompson that brings together the strategic focus of Thompson 2020, the resources of the Province of Manitoba and the educational expertise of UCN.

University College of the North serves Northern communities and people with education, training, teaching, learning and research, while being inclusive and respectful of diverse Indigenous and Northern values.

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MORE THAN JUST A CAR WASH: Thompson Auto Wash benefitting from expanding its products and services

Since 2004, Thompson Auto Wash has provided Northern communities with access to top-of-the-line cleaning services for their vehicles. Over the last couple years, owner Rajinder Thethy has worked diligently to diversify his business by expanding pre-existing services and adding in a few additional features, such as a dedicated detailing bay and a fully-stocked convenience store. Now that the winter season is here to stay, Thethy explains why this expansion is so important and how it will affect the future of Thompson Auto Wash moving forward.

Q: Why did you decide to undertake these renovations?

Thethy: We listened to what the North was asking for.

With the amount of mud, sand and gravel we have up here, detailing services are essential for many Northern businesses, Thompsonites, and outlying community members. Before the expansion we were only able to detail vehicles after hours, as we shared the same bay used for the drive-thru wash. Adding a dedicated detailing bay has allowed us to offer appointments daily, starting as early as 9 am.

The convenience store was also a response to the needs of our community, allowing us to better serve the businesses around us and the residents of the Eastwood area.

Q: Since the detailing bay doesn’t close due to severe winter weather, what kind of services do you guys offer in this area?

Thethy: It’s a full clean of your car, inside and out. We do our best to get everything cleaned. Here’s a non-exhaustive list of what we do: • Interior vacuum-cleaned • Stains Treated & Removed • Upholstery Shampooed • Carpets & Mats washed and Shampooed • Trunk vacuum-cleaned • Leather Seats Cleaned & Conditioned • Interior cleaned and shined • Windows cleaned • Door Jams cleaned • Bugs Removed • Wheel Wells Washed + Tires Shined • Exterior Washed and hand dried

bay is heated, which allows for a full, deep clean all year around. That means that our results are consistent. We always get your vehicle looking as close to brand new as possible.

Q: Since its construction was completed in 2016, your convenience store has also been open yearround. What kinds of products do you guys keep in stock?

Thethy: We carry a wide variety of products that you’d expect from a convenience store: Items like coffee, popcorn, chips, pastries, slushies, cleaning products, household items like toilet paper and laundry detergent, toothbrushes and air fresheners. Recently, we’ve started carrying more grocery items like bread, milk, pastas, and frozen veggies. With cannabis legalization having just been introduced, we’ve stocked up on and added more variety to our smoking accessories. We are also starting to look out for more locally made goods, like Arctic Gold Honey, to which we’ve seen a tremendously positive response.

Q: What other kinds of projects are you looking to spearhead in 2019?

Thethy: We want our location to become a community gathering point. We hope to collaborate with more local businesses and entrepreneurs to foster a vibrant local economy in Thompson. We encourage local service organizations and businesses to advertise through our in-store bulletin board and/or reach out to us directly if there’s any way we might be able to work together.

Q: How does this storefront expansion add to Thompson Auto Wash’s appeal?

Thethy: Its allowed us to better serve the community’s needs.

Our side of Eastwood has been lacking a convenience store for quite a long time, but aside from that our unique position as an independent retailer really allows us to listen to and deliver what the North wants and needs.

Q: What other changes have bore fruit in 2018?

On top of that, we offer engine bay detailing and clay bar polishing. No matter how dirty your vehicle is we can have it looking fresh.

Q: What are the benefits of bringing your vehicle into the detailing bay rather than just cleaning it yourself at home?

Thethy: It saves you a lot of time and you’re vehicle is cleaned professionally. We’ve got the right equipment to do it and we’ve got the cleaners and polishes that are used commercially. Our

For more information on Thompson Auto Wash, please give them a call at

Thethy: We’ve introduced a new points program that has been well received by our existing and new customer base.

Anyone can sign up, and doing so allows them to collect points for every dollar they spend with us. Those points can then be redeemed for free washes, store credit and other rewards.

We’re also trying different products in the convenience store, in response to requests and suggestions from our customers.

Our latest additions are Arctic Gold Honey (which is made up here in Thompson by Steven Larocque), LaCroix brand beverages, frozen foods, grocery items like bread and milk, and cannabis accessories.

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Quality Inn & Suites: 2018 another great year 2018 has been a busy year for the Quality Inn & Suites in Thompson. They’ve had to increase their number of staff to keep up with demand to give the same excellent quality service.

General Manager Donna Wilson says she’s proud of all their accomplishments, especially receiving close to 100% on their last inspection.

Choice Hotels hires an outside company to inspect all Choice properties. They never know when the inspector will show up but are well aware of the brand standards and Wilson says their goal is to not only meet brand standards but to surpass what is expected of them. “Guest satisfaction is our priority, when a guest checks out of our hotel they will receive a survey from Choice Hotels. We are proud to say that our guest satisfaction scores are high. I always like to share these results with our team and let them know that all of their hard work is appreciated by our guests and certainly appreciated by me. I’m so proud to lead this team.”

Gail Randell doesn’t often have the need for a hotel in Thompson since she lives only thirty minutes away but says “having a place like the Quality Inn comes in handy if you don’t want to drive home after a night out. I highly recommend them to anyone.”

Meri Delorme, an extended stay guest that’s been with the hotel for four months and plans on coming back again, says she “would not stay anywhere else. Having a clean, comfortable room to come home to after work is most important.

I love walking through the door and being recognized and asked how my day went. It feels like coming home. From the housekeepers to the breakfast attendants, front desk staff to the managers my experience here has just been amazing and they go out of their way to always be helpful.”

Pat Holtom says “our stay at the Quality Inn was fantastic and exceeded all expectations. The rooms were very clean and tasteful, the staff was so helpful and polite and very reasonable rates.

We’ll be back our next time through.”

Marty Cook from Holland, Michigan says “My first time staying at the Quality Inn I was happy with my room but being in a wheelchair I found the bed too high to transfer. After checking out I received a survey from Choice Hotels and made a comment about the bed being high for me. I was contacted by Donna the manager to see if we could work out a solution for the next time I would be going to Thompson. I was so impressed by the genuine caring from her that I made sure I

booked with her the next trip. I have been in different rooms now and find them easily accessible for wheelchairs being so spacious. I’ve received top notch service from them and wouldn’t consider going anywhere but the Quality Inn when visiting Thompson.”

Other guests rave about their free hot buffet breakfast available every morning, though guests are able to cook meals for themselves in their suite. All 70 suites are equipped with kitchenettes which makes it easier on the budget

and often corporate guests are tired of having to eat out all the time when travelling so find being able to make meals in their room a plus when travelling to Thompson.

Quality Inn & Suites Thompson has a good mix of room types from the standard junior suites with one bed to suites with a separate bedroom. All of their rooms are on the larger size for a standard hotel room but the one bedroom suites and executive suites are larger, including one very large executive suite that would be about the size of a small apartment, which has it’s own laundry room. These guest rooms combined with their excellent customer service, designed to make guests feel welcome whether they’re in town for a brief one or two night stay or a long term stay, are the key to making their hotel a home away from home.

Every room has a comfy pillow top mattress, wi-fi and cable tv. They even have DVD players with movies available at the front desk to sign out. If sitting back, relaxing and watching a movie is not your thing you can keep fit in their 24-hour fitness centre.

Guests also have the opportunity to get their laundry done with coin operated laundry facilities on the main floor.

The Quality Inn & Suites has become known for supporting local events and Wilson herself continues to host the annual Old Fashioned Christmas concert, which is coming up on Wednesday, December 5. There are too many community events that they’ve supported to mention here but one they’d like to mention is the Thompson Humane Society, as they are a pet-friendly hotel.

Destinee Perry, assistant manager of the hotel, says “the key to success is having happy customers and happy staff. I look forward to coming to work every day and I enjoy seeing the smiling faces of my co-workers and our guests.”

Both Donna and Destinee welcome your visits or phone calls and can be reached at 204677-5600.

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Six people charged with cocaine trafficking after months-long RCMP investigation Two people from The Pas, two people from Easterville, one person from Headingley and an inmate at the Headingley Correctional Centre have been charged with cocaine-trafficking offences as the result of a months-long investigation

by Manitoba RCMP. The RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime and Integrated Gang Intelligence Units began an investigation known as Project Derelict in July of this year into an alleged Manitoba Warriors street gang drug trafficking network being operated from the rural municipality of Headingley and Winnipeg.

Police say the network was supplying northern communities, including The Pas, Easterville and Fairford, with cocaine.

An Oct. 5 Highway 6 traffic stop found 84 grams of cocaine in a vehicle en route to Easterville. A search warrant was then executed at a residence in Headingley where RCMP found a cocaine cutting station and press along with packaging materials and a 9mm carbine rifle and ammunition.

Bradley Virgil Sinclair, 30, an inmate at the Headingley Correctional Centre as well as Norman

William Sinclair, 35, of Headingley and Warren George, 34, of Easterville are all charged with conspiracy to traffic cocaine and conspiracy to

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possess the proceeds of crime. Norman Sinclair is also charged with trafficking cocaine, unauthorized possession of a firearm, unsafe storage of a firearm and possession of weapons/ammunition contrary to a court order.

George is also charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. He remains in custody, as does Bradley Sinclair. Norman Sinclair has been released. RCMP say Bradley Sinclair and George are full-patch members of the Manitoba Warriors street gang, while Norman Sinclair is a Manitoba Warriors associate.

Veronica Walker, 21, of Easterville, is charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, as are 20-year-old Bethany Cook and 40-year-old Mona Copapay, both from The Pas. They have all been released.

RCMP continue to investigate.

Six people are charged with cocaine trafficking after an RCMP investigation known as Project Derelict found 84 grams of cocaine in a vehicle on Highway 6 and a cocaine cutting station and a 9mm carbine rifle at a residence in Headingley.

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The agreement on at the Manitoba legis- Lake Look Caribou 677-4652 Joint Action Group on10Re$319 million while raiseconomy in order to proIs We are looking for someone to join our • Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness Pastor Archie Ph: 677-2469 source Development met 11 am Sundays ing the basic personal videMcKay stability, security is about improved quality, Th lature, especially nowand that to one • existing Effective Communication sales team! This is a full-time position.

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HELP WANTED

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Custodian Position Thompson Regional Airport

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA

UNIT: OXFORD HOUSE SUB-OFFICE LOCATION: OXFORD HOUSE, MB

UNIT: SHAMATTAWA UNIT

Qualifications: Must have ability and experience in cleaning commercial buildings.

Applicants must have a valid class 5 driver’s license. Must be able to manage and prioritize his/her workload. Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills and proven ability to work co-operatively in a team environment are essential.

Duties: Reporting to the Operations Manager the incumbent will provide regular cleaning of the airport terminal building. Cleaning will involve mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, stripping, waxing and buffing floors, windows, walls, bathrooms, offices, lunch rooms and emptying garbage cans etc. in air terminal building and maintenance shop.

Incumbent will also provide backup for the day or evening shifts, when required.

Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume how they meet the qualifications of the position. This position will work Monday to Tuesday from 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm, Saturday 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Salary will be $20.96 per hour based on the collective agreement. Closing date will be November 23, 2018.

Apply to: Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 Fax 778-6477 Jaclyn.Cook@fly-yth.ca

LOCATION: THOMPSON, MANITOBA

Position: Security Officer/Custodian

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Summary of Position: The Security Officer/Custodian is responsible to maintain a safe and secure environment for staff and clients by patrolling and monitoring the premises and personnel and provide office maintenance and custodial services for the Unit. The incumbent is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgement in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed, and action to be taken on unusual matters.

Position: Regional Family Enhancement Worker

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Summary of Position: Careers The Family Enhancement Worker will provide children and families

Louisiana Pacific Swan Valley

Qualifications: ¡ Minimum of 1 year experience in related field ¡ A combination of education and experience in a similar work setting can be considered ¡ Ability to adhere to confidentiality when working around sensitive information ¡ Analytical problem solving skills ¡ Must have good verbal and written communication skills

General Labourers

Working Conditions: ¡ Must be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable ¡ Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check Salary:

Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary. Salary will commensurate with education and experience

Closing date: Thursday, November 29, 2018

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA OFFICE: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE (TCO) LOCATION: THOMPSON, MB Position: Payroll Clerk

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position As a member of the Finance Department, the Payroll Clerk determines and calculates pay and benefit entitlements for employees.

Responsibility is to maintain accurate payroll, benefit, and pension records, ensuring that payroll cycle deadlines are consistently met.

Maintains, tracks, and reports on employee leave, overtime and attendance records. Discretion and maintenance of privacy is of primary importance.

Qualifications: ¡ Post-secondary diploma in a Payroll, Business or Accounting program ¡ Acceptable verbal, written and computer skills ¡ 1+ year work experience using payroll software ¡ Knowledge of applicable payroll and employment standards legislation ¡ Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation an asset ¡ Organizational, time management and prioritizing skills ¡ Demonstrated ability to problem solve and meet deadlines ¡ Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook ¡ Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting ¡ Demonstrated understanding of and respect for Indigenous culture Working Conditions: ¡ Must be able to work in a fast paced environment ¡ Work involves managing a lot of detailed information, requiring accuracy and consistently meeting rigid deadlines ¡ Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information ¡ Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable ¡ Must have and maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact, clear Child Abuse Registry Check and satisfactory Criminal Record Check Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2018-065 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2018-065 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2018-062 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2018-062 201-274 Smith Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1K1 Fax: 204-987-9489 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT: THOMPSON SERVICE

DELIVERY OFFICE& (TSDO) AD PROOF ESTIMATE

LOCATION: THOMPSON, MANITOBA

Docket Media Position: Foster Care Worker 1811-030 Thompson Nickel Belt News

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Under the direction of the Foster Care Supervisor will perform a full range of foster care activities for Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba; this includes recruitment, home assessments, orientation, training, foster home licensing, places of safety and support services to foster homes and foster parents. The Foster Care Worker provides temporary and long term placements for children as directed by the Child and Family Services Act and the Program Standards Manual.

The Foster Care Worker will also ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with the policies, procedures and specific directives of Awasis Agency.

Qualifications: ¡ BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or combination of education and experience in a related field ¡ Enrolled or interest in the BSW program is ideal ¡ Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards ¡ Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills ¡ Excellent written and oral communication skills ¡ Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills ¡ Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines ¡ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook ¡ Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting ¡ Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values ¡ Ability to speak the Cree language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: ¡ Must be able to work in a fast paced environment ¡ Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable ¡ Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information ¡ Must be willing to travel ¡ Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract ¡ Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary:

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with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system by providing preventative service opportunities and resources, facilitating awareness and education, advocacy and counselling. The overall aim is to engage parents, extended family, and community partners in identifying problems and participating in services and supports that address family needs. The Family Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of resources, develop case plans, coordinate the resources and supports needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources such as day programs, respite services and other culturally-appropriate resources. The Family Enhancement Worker will possess and utilize • We the interpersonal skills to work with children, families, staff, and dev Louisiana-Pacifi c, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry collaterals. • Full known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally able friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently Qualifications: and seeking Labourers at our Swan Valley SmartSideŽ, Swan Valley, Minitonas • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Mu operation. • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System with is an asset Qualifi(CFSIS) cations: • Prep • e successful Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills Th candidate must possess the following repo Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills • cations; qualifi • Atte • Excellent written and oral communication skills a te • Good written and verbal communication skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Be o • Physically fit to perform all duties • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet in d • Ability to multitask and problem solve deadlines • Abi • Ability to operate equipment as required • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook carr • Computer literacy will be considered an asset • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently • Tra • Valid driver’s license as well as a team setting on e • Shiftwork BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or • The successful candidates will join a dynamic team in providing combination of education and experience in a related field support to the or facility located the program beautifulisSwan • Enrolled interest in theinBSW ideal River Valley as• it embarks on a new and exciting journey of producing siding Sensitivity to and understanding of First Nations culture and for a growing values market. • Ability to speak the Cree language would be considered an asset Louisiana-Pacifi c offers a competitive wage and benefit package in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. LouisianaWorking Conditions: We ap Pacifi c is an equal opportunity employer. • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for Prepared by thei • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject HR ADWORKS • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive to successful completion of comprehensive background Service Team information screening and health checks. • Must be willing to travel Please forward your cover letter and resume to: • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Lorraine Schneider Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract Human Resource Generalist I Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a • vehicle Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee e-mail : lorraine.schneider@lpcorp.com Section Insertion Date Ad Size Hom benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education

Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience

Closing Date: Friday, November 30, 2018 Awasis Agency provides services to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2018-064 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2018-064 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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School District of Mystery Lake

Success for all The School District of Mystery Lake Week: April 16-20, 2018 invitesCelebrate applicationsEducation for the following position:

TERMThe COUNSELLOR POSITION Board of Trustees invites you to celebrate Education Week 2018SCHOOL in our schools.

AT WAPANOHK COMMUNITY

Happy Education Week to all of the District staff.

January 7, 2019It to Juneeveryone 28, 2019 to support our takes Deadline to apply December students 5, in2018 their learning.

Thank you for all that you do to QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: enrich the lives of our students.

• Bachelor of Education Degree with post baccalaureate in Counselling or a Masters in Counselling and/or Bachelor of Social Work.

“You can teach a student a lesson for a day; • Must have a minimum of 2 years demonstrated counselling experience. but if you can teach him to learn by creating • A Manitoba Teacher’s Certificate or eligibility for teacher certification curiosity, he will continue the learning process in the Province of Manitoba. as long as he lives.” Clay P. Bedford • The ability to plan and deliver a comprehensive counselling program that promotes the educational academic, career, personal and social Thank you. development of all students within the school setting.

• Promotes student success through leadership, advocacy and Board of Trustees collaborative and consultative environment.

The School District of Mystery Lake • Excellent time management skills. Ability to build program with a northern perspective.

• A knowledge and sensitivity to the traditions and aspirations of students with diverse abilities and backgrounds.

Please visit our website at www.mysterynet.mb.ca to view full job descriptions and apply on job postings, resumes may also be emailed to employment@mysterynet.mb.ca We thank all who may apply and only those selected for consideration will be contacted.

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: MANTO SIPI SUB-OFFICE GOD’S RIVER, MB Position: Child & Family Services Worker

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Reporting to a Unit Supervisor the Child & Family Services Worker is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties would include managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/ follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/ short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications: · Bachelor of Social Work Degree with experience in child welfare preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered · Strong commitment to community based service delivery · Knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues · Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) · Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Good organizational and time management skills · Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines · Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook · Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting · Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values · Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree and/or Dene language would be an asset Working Conditions: · Must be able to work in a fast paced environment · Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable · Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information · Must be willing to travel · Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract · Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Open Until Filled Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2018-020RRR on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2018-020RRR 274 Smith Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1K1 Fax: 204-987-9489 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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City buses nearing end of lives, provincial transit funding freeze make getting transit running again more difficult and costly The fact that cityowned buses are nearing the end of their operating life and that provincial funding for transit has been frozen since 2016 are complicating council’s decision on how – or whether – to continue bus service, which has been suspended since Nov. 1, the City of Thompson said in a Nov. 21 press release.

The issue was discussed Nov. 8 at an in-camera (closed) meeting and “it was determined that discussions must continue with stakeholders due to the magnitude of changes, both structural and financial, that a new transit provider will present.”

The release said council is considering further unspecified revisions to the structure of transit in the city, beyond just finding a new operator. Given that students are the major users of city buses, council and mayor are engaging the School District of Mystery Lake (SDML), whose share of grant-inlieu (GIL) money that the city receives from Vale

was unilaterally eliminated by the city following the signing of the 20182022 GIL last January.

When the city was purchasing a new handivan in 2016, SDML did not want to contribute funding towards it, said then deputy mayor Kathy Valentino, who is also deputy mayor for the first year of this council’s term.

“As we’ve reviewed the finances behind the proposals that providers have submitted, we’re frankly surprised that Greyhound was even able to operate as long as they did in the city at the rate that they were previously charging,” said Mayor Colleen Smook in the Nov. 21 release. “The fiscal challenges that the city will be facing in the coming years means that there’s little room for mistakes in this decision: the previous council spent considerable time trimming the city’s operational spending in 2018, and we do not want to negate those efforts by overlooking key details and making

rash decisions.”

In 2017, the city paid Greyhound $424,192.12 for its services and collected $95,842.20 in bus fares from roughly 53,000 riders, mostly during the school year. That means the cost of operating the transit system that year was approximately $328,000, higher than during a five-year agreement from 2011 through 2015, when the average annual cost was about $273,000. During the period that the SDML provided free

bus services for students for the months of January, February and March in 2017, 7,840 students rode the bus and the school board was billed $1.30 per ride for a total cost of approximately $10,200 to the school district, more than 10 per cent of all the fares the city collected for the year.

School was in session approximately 50 days during those months, which works out to an average of about 80 students taking the bus to and from school each day.

School District of Mystery Lake

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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF MYSTERY LAKE THOMPSON, MANITOBA

Celebrate Education Week: April 16-20, 2018 The Board of Trustees invites you to celebrate The School District of Mystery Education Week Lake 2018invites in ourapplications schools. for the following teacher positions: Happy Education Week to all of the District staff.

It takes everyone to support our students in their • Cree Language Coordinator andlearning.

Aboriginal Perspectives Thank you for all that you do to Curriculum Consultant enrich the lives of our students.

Provide guidance and assistance to administration, instructional other teams to asupport “Youstaff canand teach a student lessonthe fordevelopment, a day; implementation and can incorporation of Aboriginal perspectives but if you teach him to learn by creating in the curriculum and programming to enhance Aboriginal student success. curiosity, he will continue the learning process Coordinate indigenous programing Cree language as longlanguage as he lives.”

Clayand P.develop Bedford resources, to ensure the consistent and effective implementation of local and provincial Cree Bilingual Cree as a second language Thankand you. curriculum. For more information, please contact Lorie Henderson at 204-677-6130.

Board of Trustees The School District of Mystery Lake • Family Outreach Coordinator -Major Emphasis the Family Outreach Coordinator would serve a cluster of schools as assigned. The Coordinator would work with the Community Connector, school and divisional staff and community agencies to identify coordinate and establish a menu of resources, learning opportunities and workshops that help build capacity in ways that address family-school-community assets and needs.

Facilitate programs and services that would be aligned with school and divisional goals, connect families to teaching and learning goals for students and help them assume greater involvement in their children’s’ healthy development and learning.

Develop programs and services that would draw upon natural support systems and existing organizations and resources in our community.

This is a term position with 25-30 hours per week. For further information, contact Lorie Henderson, Superintendent of Educational Services at 204-677-6130.

Please visit our website at www.mysterynet.mb.ca to view full job descriptions and apply on job postings, resumes may also be emailed to employment@mysterynet.mb.ca We thank all who may apply and only those selected for consideration will be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY UTILITY OPERATOR – FULL TIME Applications are being accepted by the Town of Leaf Rapids for the position of Utility Operator – Full Time. Under the direct supervision of the Chief Administrative Officer, the Utility Operator’s responsibilities shall be to manage the utility facilities and works within the Town including the Water Treatment Plant, Sewage Treatment Plant, Water Distribution System and Waste Collection System operations of the Town. The Utility Operator shall plan, organize and manage utility infrastructure maintenance and repair programs. The Utility Operator will also be responsible for the long term planning to further enhance the utility within the Town of Leaf Rapids. This position will also assist other Public Works when needed.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Duties Overview: • perform daily inspections of water and sewage treatment plants to ensure proper operation • perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities as required • perform repairs on equipment and facilities as required • maintain records of maintenance and repairs performed on equipment and facilities Please request a detailed job description for specific duties.

Qualification: • minimum level 1 water and wastewater certifications • Level 2 preferred • Capable of attaining a Level 2 Water & Wastewater Certification as outlined within 2 years if not certified • Mechanically Inclined • Heavy equipment experience is an asset • 3 references related to this work • Minimum class 5 drivers license Rate of Pay: As per the Collective Bargaining Agreement Local 8223-15 Interested Candidates should submit their applications along with an up to date resume by Friday November 30 2018 to: Spencer Sprowl, Chief Administrative Officer Town of Leaf Rapids P.O. Box 340 Leaf Rapids, Manitoba, R0B 1W0 Phone: 473-3305, Fax: 473-2566 Email: financialofficer@townofleafrapids.ca We thank all applicants, but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.