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Vauge de Cirqe

BY JONATHON NAYLOR SPECIAL TO THE NICKEL BELT NEWS

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Teri Olafson Members of the Vauge de Cirqe troupe amazed Snow Lakers who took in their two shows on Oct. 19. See column on Page 3.

Health care in northern Manitoba is evolving, but not quickly enough to allay all concerns.

That was the take-away from the Northern Regional Health Authority (NRHA) annual general meeting held Oct. 27 at the R.H. Channing Auditorium in Flin Flon.

“We continually strive to improve the services we provide,” Helga Bryant, chief executive officer of the NRHA, told the gathering. “We do this by learning from our shortcomings, and we always seek to grow and develop and get even better.”

Addressing 80-plus attendees, Bryant shared highlights around the NRHA’s strategic goals, from improving cancer treatment to more effective staff recruitment.

She cited “huge challenges” around providing health care to the vast northern Manitoba region, but she said the NRHA is innovative in striving for quality and accessible services.

Bryant noted the NRHA has become the first Manitoba health region outside of Winnipeg to establish nursing practice councils, made up of front-line nurses who help guide a high level of care within the system.

Also established are interprofessional teams in Flin Flon and Thompson that see physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners work together in a collaborative model, she said.

Bryant hopes to expand the role of nurse practitioners (NPs), maintaining a “grow our own” strategy that financially supports nurses from the region who return to school to become NPs. The NRHA also hires all nurse applicants who graduate from University College

of the North, she said, and supports those individuals in their orientation and mentorship.

Standing at a podium on stage, a projection screen to her right, Bryant spoke of the NRHA’s cancer strategy. Its goal is to ensure anyone with a suspected cancer diagnosis receives treatment within 60 days.

Bryant expressed her gratitude to the Manitoba government for “supporting all of our capital project needs,” including lab upgrades at the Flin Flon General Hospital and a recovery centre for youth in Thompson.

But for some meeting attendees, the health care system continues to fall short.

Gordon McGillivary, the band health director for Split Lake, said the reserve’s current ambulance is “a truck with a cap on it.” Worried about patient and nurse safety, he called for a proper ambulance.

He also asked the NRHA to build a four-bed dialysis unit in Split Lake, which he suggested would be cheaper than repeatedly driving diabetic patients two hours to Thompson over a rough highway.

Speaking into a microphone from the centre of the auditorium, McGillivary further advocated for a “full-scale” personal care home in Split Lake.

“I’m here because I care, and it’s emotional for me,” he said, his voice cracking. “I’m crying because I need to hear that you’re going to support this. We have people in our community who are suffering every single day because they don’t have these services any urban centre might have.”

Bryant said the NRHA has been advocating for improved ambulance services in Split Continued on Page 2

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Financial support for northern medical professionals Continued from Page 1 Lake and would do the same with regards to a dialysis unit and personal care home.

Flin Flon resident Thomas Heine had questions of his own. He referenced an August incident in which three young women were initially denied entry to the Flin Flon ER after being pepper-sprayed, as there were concerns the spray could contaminate the hospital environment.

Heine asked whether a person who goes to the hospital with a persistent cough might also be refused entry given that they could spread their germs.

Referencing pepper spray, Bryant said there are “significant issues” around “that kind of powder and solution” getting into the hospital ventilation system.

She said the pepper-spray incident would not be repeated with the new Flin Flon ER, as it will have its own decontamination bay.

Bryant added that the NRHA has had conversations with the parents

of the young women and that she regrets the incident.

Heine then asked what would happen if the victim of an industrial accident at Hudbay were to become contaminated and arrive at the current ER. Would staff “just keep them parked outside?”

Bryant replied that the NRHA does “our best in every situation to manage the care of patients.”

“And we will do that in a way that is as caring and as compassionate as possible,” she added, “and keeping also in mind all of the other patients and the other circumstances that are happening around the site at that time.”

Another Flin Flon resident, Angela Simpson, suggested the NRHA offer financial support to Northern Manitobans who wish to enter medicine and return to the region to practise.

“I can’t believe for a minute there isn’t a student out there that would really benefit from something like this,” she said.

Doug Lauvstad, chairman of the

NRHA board, said the NRHA would want to talk to individuals interested in this type of return-for-service agreement. He said interested individuals can speak to the NRHA’s human resources department.

He said return-for-service models have existed in the past as partnerships between the NRHA, municipal councils and the student’s educational institute. He believes the provincial government is also willing to join in.

Recruitment of medical professionals is a long-standing challenge for Northern Manitoba, Lauvstad said.

In her comments to the board, Simpson also took time to compliment the NRHA on the improvements she has seen “Certainly in the last few years, you’ve all done a good job of bringing in more doctors to our community,” she said, “and you don’t hear some of the same concerns you may have heard four years ago or five years ago.”

NRHA posts deficit The Northern Regional Health Authority (NRHA) recorded a deficit of $10.7 million in its latest fiscal year.

Audited financial statements presented at Tuesday’s annual general meeting show the NRHA had $219.3 million in revenue compared to $230 million in expenses in 2014-15.

“We do our best to balance

our budget going forward,” said Helga Bryant, chief executive officer, “but we cannot – and the board has made it very clear that we will not – balance our budget at the cost of cutting services to our patients, and we have government support in that.”

Costs related to acute care were the single biggest expense last year, eating up 41 per cent of the budget ($94.9

million). Medical remuneration was the next highest expense at 16 per cent ($36.2 million).

While most budget categories saw expenses rise, the Northern Patient Transportation Program (NPTP) saved $900,000 for a total budget take of eight per cent ($18.7 million). NPTP transports patients out of the region as their care requires.

The provincial government provided 91 per cent of NRHA revenue ($198.5 million). Other sources of revenue included amortization of deferred contributions and the provision of uninsured services.

Annual reports for the NRHA are available online at www.northernhealthregion. ca. Click on the News and Publications tab.

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Locals amazed and entertained under the big top For most, a trip to the circus was something conjured from the pages of childhood books - lion tamers, performing elephants, and the man on the ying trapeze. Of late, many have revamped their thoughts on forcing animals to perform for our entertainment, but the human element of the circus still invokes our interest.

Proving that point, over two shows on the afternoon and evening of Oct. 19, close to 300 citizens of the community were able to see acrobats, tight line walkers, and contortionists take part in a mesmerizing spectacle that is called Vauge De Cirqe (Circus Wave).

With their origin in ĂŽlesde-la-Madeleine, QuĂŠbec, the Vauge De Cirqe has performed across Canada and internationally as well. They are currently on a tour that began last May in Newfoundland.

The travelling troupe’s stop in Snow Lake came courtesy of the Winter Whoot Committee. They put up the $6,000 it cost to bring the event in and any profits that were gained would have gone to the Snow Lake Beach Enhancement Committee (BEC). “Would� is the operative word there, as despite being something people would normally have to travel to the city to see, the local Vauge De Cirqe shows didn’t make back the Whoot’s initial outlay of cash.

Locals watching the circus set up were likely scratching their heads when they saw the little “cottage trailers� pull into town and the striped “Big Top� tent go up at the beach. They were likely a tad more mesmerised when they walked into the

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The Winter Whoot’s Kim Stephen says that  oor was all artiďŹ cial turf and the round tables people were seated at were centred with lanterns and surrounded with padded chairs. “It was like walking into a different world,â€? she said. “Denis Hart told me later that it was like a Las Vegas show.â€?

However, there was a lot of work behind the scenes to assure that this show was not only seen, but went off without a hitch.

The Whoot’s Stephen said there were numerous people who dropped what they were doing to lend a hand she couldn’t say enough about fellow Whoot members, Hydro’s Corey Lobert, husband Hank Dyck, electrician RenÊ Gagnon, Hudbay, Home Hardware, and the Town of Snow Lake’s contributions to seeing the circus was successful. Workers had to drill 40 holes in order to handle the poles that would suspend the tent and trapeze(s) and electrical snafus had some working past 10 p.m. one night.

Even at that, two days before the show, only 40

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With the outlay of $6,000 to bring the show to Snow Lake, Stephen wasn’t about to see it fail, so started promoting it on social media. When the smoke cleared they went $170 in the hole on the circus.

Those who attended the show said it was inviting, hilarious, enthralling, and above all, entertaining beyond what was expected.

The performances were reminiscent of acts put on

by Cirque du Soleil. The

six performers did two 90-minute shows, and the close to 300 who attended were rendered speechless by the presentation. “I attended and worked at both,â€? said BEC Chairperson Jill Arpin. “My mom, kids and I attended the ďŹ rst show ... the talent was impressive. We all enjoyed it, so it really was great for all ages. I would deďŹ nitely go again!â€?

Young mother Teri Olafson said the show was awesome. “Everyone that went seemed very enter-

the kids engaged with humor and wowed them with their athletic abilities all in a circus-like atmosphere.�

Prior to their arrival in Snow Lake, the Vauge De Cirqe played in The Pas and from Snow Lake they travelled on to Flin Flon.

The troupe spent five days in the community, taking in the fall supper and becoming relative ďŹ xtures in one of the local restaurants. “Some good soul even bought them breakfast one morning,â€? said Ms. Stephen.

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The B E C ’s Deva Andrechuk agreed, noting that it was a lot of fun and good to see something of this nature in our little town. “My boys have never been to the circus, because back home only the Shrine Circus comes in once a year and we don’t support the animals being toted around like that,� she said. “The show kept

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ROTARY PARK DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION would like to thank the following who provided us grants to put in the Shade Structure: • The Province of Manitoba oba • Community Futures North orth Central Development

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On the date and at the Ɵme and locaƟon described below, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representaƟons from any person(s) who wish to make them in respect to the following maƩer: THE CITY OF THOMPSON ZONING BYͳLAW NO. 1934ͳ2015 BEING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF THOMPSON ZONING BYͳLAW NO. 1891ͳ2012 HEARING: City of Thompson LOCATION: Council Chambers 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson MB R8N 1S6 DATE & TIME: November 30, 2015; 7:00 p.m.

GENERAL INTENT: To add “Social Services Facility” to Figure 9 (pg.14) of By-law 1891-2012, PermiƩed/CondiƟonal Uses in the R2 Zone FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: MaƩhew Boscariol, Director of Planning and Community Development City of Thompson Phone: (204) 677-7922 A copy of the above proposal and supporƟng material may be inspected at the locaƟon noted above during normal oĸce hours, Monday to Friday. Copies may be made and extracts taken there from, upon request.

Corporate Knights magazine ranked Manitoba Hydro’s Keeyask Generating Station and Bipole III projects among the 10 biggest infrastructure projects in Canada that will help lower the country’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Keeyask, which is scheduled to be completed by 2020, will be Manitoba’s fourth-largest hydroelectric generating station with a capacity of 695 megawatts producing an estimated 4,400 gigawatt-hours of electricity per year. The reservoir will cover an estimated 93 square kilometers – the equivalent of 30 of New York’s Central Parks. However, an environmental review said it would take 100 years for Keeyask to emit the amount of greenhouse gases that a natural gas-fired electricity generating plant produces in 177 days.

Also included in the Corporate Knights list is Manitoba Hydro’s Bipole III transmission line, which will cost $4.6 billion to construct. A 500-kilovolt line linking Manitoba Hydro’s northern powergenerating complex on the Lower Nelson River with the conversion and electri-

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city delivery system in the province’s south, Bipole III is intended to reduce vulnerability to extreme weather by providing a second transmission pathway to the existing Interlake HVDC corridor that currently delivers about three-quarters of northerngenerated power to southern Manitoba.

The relative greenness of climate-friendliness of any given infrastructure project depends upon how you define it and where it is.

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rapid transit line in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area, the Scarborough and Spadina subway extensions in Toronto, the Confederation light rapid transit line in Ottawa and the Lower Mattagami hydroelectric complex in Ontario.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THOMPSON? OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: Fill a shoebox, bless a child. To order boxes go to http://www. samaritanspurse.ca/occ or call 1-800-303-1269 or 204-677-8965 (local). Collection week is Nov 16 - 22 at 456 Westwood Dr. at First Baptist Church. Drop off times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 2 - 4 pm; Wednesday & Friday: 4 - 6 pm; Sunday: 9 am - 2 pm.

LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY REMEMBRANCE DAY TEA. Sat., Nov. 7, Legion Centennial Hall – 1 to 3 pm. Bake, Touch & Take Tables, silent auction, fish pond for kids, pie auction, coffee, tea & lunch. Door prizes – 1 adult; 1 junior. Plus: Rented tables. Everyone welcome! Admission – adults $3; 12 years & under $1. All profits will go to the Thompson Fire Fighters Association!

STORYBOOK BAGS: Want to get together to make storybook bags for your children? Futures is holding an afternoon workshop session. No cost, and you take home a storybook bag with puppets included. Call Barbara at 204-677-7823 to register.

WHITEWATER KAYAKING PROGRAM: Introduction to whitewater kayaking at the Norplex Pool, taught by certified kayak instructors. Kayak rolling clinics are also offered. Introduction courses cover paddling strokes, upside down exit techniques, rescue skills and the kayak roll. Courses begin in October 2015, but you can join at any time. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and up. Contact Ben at (204) 778-9940 to sign up.

THE NRHA PROVIDES FREE EVENING PRENATAL CLASSES throughout the year. Please do not miss out on this opportunity to learn about labor, breastfeeding, newborn care and tour our hospital. Classes are facilitated by a public health nurse. All pregnant women in their third trimester of pregnancy and a support person are welcome to attend. Please telephone Michelle at (204) 6775382 or PHN Angela at (204) 778-1550 to register or for more information.

ARE YOU PREGNANT? STRUGGLING WITH USE OF EITHER ALCOHOL OR DRUGS? InSight Mentoring can help. This is a free service available to women that are pregnant or may have given birth in the past year. InSight Mentoring can help you identify your goals and help you achieve them.

Please call 204-677-5372 or 204-778-1521 between 8:30-4:30 pm for more information.

THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY is organizing a transportation service in Thompson to drive cancer patients to appointments. Volunteer drivers are needed. For more information call Judy at 204-679-0191 or Darlene at 888-532-6982, extension 239.

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

Call Barb at 204-778-6494 for information.

SUFFER FROM ANXIETY/DEPRESSION? A support group will be starting again, can you give an hour or two of your time to get some help? Learning and helping each other does work. Let’s join together and get back our health. Phone Barbara at 204-778-6306 at Anxiety Disorders of Manitoba.

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Norway House suffers three lopsided losses in KJHL

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Norway House North Stars had a rough Halloween weekend in the Keystone Junior Hockey League (KJHL), losing three games to three teams in three arenas over four days.

The road trip started close to home on Oct. 29 with a 16-5 loss to the Cross Lake Islanders, who got four goals apiece from Braedan Boschman and Kenley Monias, two each from Dennis Scatch and Tony McLeod, and singles from Rosaire McKay, Tanner Osborne-Richard and Tie Braun. Henry Muminawatum, Conley Spence, Jeremy Folster, Gregory Paupanekis and Tanner Poker got the goals for the North Stars, who trailed 4-1 after 20 minutes and were down

10-1 with nearly half a game still to play. Shots in the game 54-49 for Cross Lake, which got 44 saves from goaltender Kris Wood, while Joey Folster allowed 12 goals on 37 shots through the first 40 minutes before being replaced by Julien Kirkness, who allowed four goals on 17 shots in the final 20 minutes.

Elvis Balfour Jr. had the only goal for Norway House in a Halloween matchup against the Peguis Juniors, who won 14-1 while outshooting the North Stars 6031. Jarred Gore allowed seven goals on 26 shots in the Norway House net before being replaced by Kirkness with a little less than half a game to play.

Kirkness stopped 27 of 34 shots he faced.

The road trip came to

an end in Fisher River on Nov. 1 where the Fisher River Hawks won 11-2.

Poker opened the scoring for the North Stars on a power play about midway through the opening period, but the Hawks got the next 10 goals before Sam McKay Jr. scored for Norway House in the third.

The North Stars are last in the five-team North Division with a 1-8 record while the Islanders are third with a 3-3 record for six points, eight behind the division-leading Juniors.

The Islanders are on the road to play Peguis on Friday and the Arborg Ice Dawgs on Saturday while Norway House is also away from home facing the Lundar Falcons on Saturday and the St. Malo Warriors on Sunday.

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Cross Lake Islanders 2 undefeated in first two games of midget AA league

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Midget AA hockey teams from around Northern Manitoba were in action in the Norman Minor Hockey Association league over the Halloween weekend, with the Cross Lake Islanders 2 emerging with a win and a tie in their first two games to debut tied for second in league standings.

Dennis Scatch was a one-man offensive force against the Cranberry Portage Winterhawks in his team’s first game of the season Oct. 31, scoring five times to lead his team to a 9-6 victory. Brendon Halcrow and Christopher Thomas also had goals for the Islanders, while Wade Richardson, with a hat trick, Barett Harper, Trevor Head and Shane Thomas replied for the Winterhawks who allowed 62 shots on goaltender Brodie Bear, who made 53 saves in the loss.

Scatch got his sixth goal of the weekend Nov. 1 in a 5-5 tie with the Thompson King Miners, while Braden Ross had a pair and Clinton Armstrong and Thomas chipped in with one apiece. Jerome Linklater and Alex Murray had two each for Thompson, with Dallas Spence tallying the other. Shots were 52-35 in favour of

Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham The Norway House North Stars and Thompson King Miners, seen here in Thompson Oct. 25, met for the third time this Norman Minor Hockey Association midget AA league season in Norway House Oct. 31, with Thompson emerging victorious.

Cross Lake, which got 30 saves from goalie Christopher Robinson.

The Cross Lake Islanders 1 were not as successful, winning once and losing once in their first two games. They opened the season with a 7-5 win over The Pas Huskies in The Pas, getting four goals from Justin Dorion and one each from Julien Monias, Durell Rots and Quinton Scatch. Noah Butler had a hat trick for the Huskies, while Rowan O’Toole and Bryson Werbicki-Mallet had one goal

apiece. Jamie Anderson made 22 saves in the Islanders net.

The tables were turned the following day when The Pas skated to a 9-4 win, led by three goals from Werbicki-Mallet and two each from O’Toole and Sean Hrabowich. Dorion had a pair for Cross Lake, with Damien Anderson and Quinton Scatch adding the others. Anderson allowed six goals on 26 shots and Trent Halcrow three goals on 12 shots in net for the Islanders.

The Norway House North Stars were also in action, falling 11-3 to the Thompson King Miners on Halloween and winning 12-7 over Cranberry Portage the following day.

Ronald Muskego, with two, and Kashtin Ducha-

rme were the goal scorers against Thompson, while Roman Muminawatum and Hunter York both had hat tricks against the Winterhawsk Nov. 1, while Matthew Robertson added a pair and Ashton Anderson, Harold Cromarty, Muskego and Glenn Queskekapow added singles. Lenny Balfour played half the game in net for Norway House, letting in five of 16 shots he faced while Liam Hutchings played the other 30 minutes, making 10 saves.

Thompson is atop league standings with six points, three ahead of Norway House and Cross Lake 2, and four up on The Pas and Cross Lake 1. Cranberry Portage is in last place with zero points so far.

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Ten-year plan to bolster threatened boreal woodland caribou released

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The provincial government recently released a 10-year boreal woodland caribou recovery strategy that aims to help the endangered species in its 15 identified ranges in Manitoba, with those in management units ranked as high conservation status to be the first to have action plans completed.

“This comprehensive strategy will help government make decisions that balance the demand for boreal forest resource use with caribou conservation,” said Conservation and Water Stewardship Minister Tom Nevakshonoff Oct. 15, the day the recovery strategy was publicly released.

Five of the nine management units for boreal woodland caribou in Manitoba, including some in the province’s north, are ranked as high conservation status, such as the Wabowden management unit, which encompasses the Wabowden and William Lake ranges, as well as the Partridge Crop management unit, which includes the Harding, WapisuWimapedi and Wheadon ranges.

Boreal caribou, which were listed as a threatened species under the federal Species at Risk Act in 2003 and under Manitoba’s Endangered Species Act in 2006, used to be found from the Manitoba/Minnesota border in the province’s southeast to approximately 57 degrees latitude, though they no longer occur south of the Winnipeg River in Southeastern Manitoba, or southwest of the Porcupine Mountains in the province’s western portion. It was estimated in 2006 that there

were between 1,500 and 3,100 boreal caribou in Manitoba, though the recovery strategy says this may be a low estimate because it is not the result of systematic surveys.

Because they prefer mature forest areas with low densities of moose and white-tailed deer – the primary prey species for wolves – away from manmade disturbances like roads and power lines, caribou require large areas of undisturbed habitat or, failing that, connecting links between seasonal use areas for winter and summer foraging, calving and calfrearing, rutting and migration corridors.

Habitat disturbances that disrupt boreal caribou include logging and forest fires, the building of roads and trails, over-hunting, disease and increased numbers of predators.

“The strategy’s objective of protecting large areas of habitat is what caribou need to survive and thrive,” said Ron Thiessen, executive director of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) Manitoba chapter, which released a petition with more than 10,000 signatures calling for the province to keep its commitment to protecting large intact boreal caribou habitat two days before the release of the recovery strategy. “In fact, it’s what we all need, as Manitoba’s boreal forest is an essential part of the world’s largest source of unfrozen fresh water, the northern lungs of the planet and Earth’s largest carbon storehouse, which helps curb global climate change.”

The province has a goal of developing management unit action plans for

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the Wabowden and Partridge Crop management unit areas, as well as the Interlake, Naosap and OwlFlintstone management units by 2016, with action plans for the other four management units completed by 2018.

Thiessen said in an Oct. 15 press release that although government biologists are doing good work to ensure boreal caribou survival, the province needs to invest more resources in the area.

“We were hoeful that the province would meet national requirements to develop action plans by 2017 at the latest,” he said. “The test of this strategy will be if is implemented swiftly and effectively. The province must put the resources in place to accelerate this process.

CPAWS says Manitoba’s strategy exceeds national requirements in its commitment to protect and manage 65 to 80 per cent of suitable intact boreal caribou habitat in each management unit.

The organization believes the province’s strategy is the strongest in Canada and will also benefit the boreal forest – which is home to hundreds of other species including moose, wolves, beaver and more than 250 types of birds – as a whole.

Predation by animals such as wolves is considered the biggest limiting factor on the size of boreal caribou herds. Predation is linked with habitat destruction and fragmentation because manmade features such as highways and hydroelectric lines can pro-

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Ron Thiessen The provincial government recently released a 10-year boreal woodland caribou recovery strategy that aims to help the endangered species in its 15 identified ranges in Manitoba. vide greater access to areas frequented by caribou. Fire also threatens boreal caribou because it destroys lichen and other vegetation in the short term and caribou may not return to a burned-out area for as long as 50 years. Greater contact with other species like white-tailed deer can also facilitate the spread of potentially lethal parasites and diseases. The draft strategy calls for populations of predator and alternate prey species to be controlled primarily through habitat management.

“Population control measures will only be considered as a last resort when there is certainty that caribou populations are in serious decline and when these efforts will increase caribou survivorship and population stability,” says

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The province is also committing itself to developing a boreal caribou science review and status report to document progress made towards the goals within the strategy. The reported is expected to be complete by 2019 and include population and habitat assessments for all management units in Manitoba.

Action plans for the individual management units will be reviewed and updated every 10 years, or more frequently if circumstances dictate.

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Regular/ Full-Time Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 31085 Closing Date: November 16, 2015 Salary Range: $34,581 - $40,550 per year plus remoteness allowance if applicable The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, health spending, dental, vision, long term disability, supportive employment program, maternity and parental leave, and a defined pension plan.

Qualifications: Experience performing repair and maintenance on light duty vehicles and/or heavy equipment using standard shop methods, practices and techniques, tools, equipment and material; Knowledge of Workplace Safety and Health; Good written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise written reports; Demonstrated independence and good judgment; Good interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team; Ability to adapt and learn new procedure; Experience cleaning and general maintenance of a facility including yard maintenance.

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For a full list of required qualifications and conditions of employment, please go to our website at www.manitoba.ca/govjobs.

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10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Light of the North Church 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month 7 pm 32 Nelson Road ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 159 Cree Rd. ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Pastor Dave Cook Fr Subhash Joseph and Fr Guna Sekhar 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 114 Cree R. 677-0160 AM Service 11:00, PM Service 7:00 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am Prayer Meeting- Wednesday 7 PM THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF Youth Pastor Lawrence Stratton LATTER-DAY SAINTS Children’s Pastor Miranda Murphy EVERYONE WELCOME SUNDAYS AT 10 AM 83 COPPER RD 126 Goldeye 677-3435 For more information, church tours or Service at 10:30 am home visits call the Missionaries at ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 THE SALVATION ARMY, Pastor Murat Kuntel Thompson Corps (Church) Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service 305 Thompson Dr. CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Worship services every Sunday at 11:00 am Pastor Ted Goossen 204-677-3658 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am 111 GOLDEYE CRESCENT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Service Schedule 456 Westwood Dr. S. Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am 3:00 pm Sunday School LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF 7:00 pm Evening service THOMPSON congregations worship at Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time. Contact us at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays.

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

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ASAP Secured Inc. is committed to providing client organizations with highly-trained, motivated, and dedicated security professionals for results-oriented protection and the security of people, property, evidence, brand, and information.

Successful candidates will perform a variety of duties including: resolving conflict situations; providing access control to restricted areas, performing highly detailed patrols for both interior /exterior areas of the facilities, and monitoring CCTV systems.

Why Join ASAP Secured Inc? What we offer: • Starting Salary $12.50 to $16.50/hr based on experience + Overtime Full Medical and Dental benefits available for full time employees • Relocation cost assistance available for those who do not currently live in Thompson • Opportunities for growth and advancement • On-going training and career development provided What you bring: • Valid MB Security Guard license or the ability to obtain a Manitoba Security Guard License which includes a clean criminal background (We will assist those who do not have a security license with the application process) • Ability to work shift work (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required) • Willingness to display a professional demeanor, attitude and presentation at all times while working for ASAP Secured • Excellent and effective English written and verbal communication skills • Driver’s license is preferred but not required

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PAYROLL AND BENEFITS ASSISTANT Classification: Accounting Clerk 1 (Classification is currently under review) Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 15-111 Closing Date: November 16, 2015

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

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Special Needs Worker Winnipeg Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. is seeking One (1) Special Needs Worker on a TERM Basis until February 29, 2016 in our Winnipeg Office. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment.

Under the direction and supervision of the CFS Team Leader and Associate Director, the Special Needs Worker worker manages a case load of children in care and/or Family Services files including protection and voluntary service cases under Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. The worker is responsible for case planning, monitoring, referrals, and ongoing assessment and evaluation. Offer assistance to children and families through basic counseling, advocacy and support as required. Works to empower families to adequately provide for the physical and emotional well-being of their family members.

Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree or a minimum of 3 years work experience related to Child Welfare; • Excellent assessment skills, children’s behavior management skills and sound knowledge of separation and attachment issues; • Excellent communication, grammar, organizational, problem solving, computer and evaluation skills; • Knowledge of current Provincial Legislation and Standards; • Knowledge of the Child & Family Services Act and Regulations; • Must be available to work after hours; • Ability to take direction; • Willing to train; • Ability to work as a team member; • Self motivated; • Knowledge and understanding of First Nation traditional values and beliefs pertaining to families and children; • Ability to speak and Understand Cree will be considered an asset; • Knowledge of resources and collateral services available in the city of Winnipeg; • Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities: • Management of case loads as assigned by supervisor; • On-going assessment and evaluation of families serviced for special needs; • Empowers children and families to develop to their fullest potential; • Provide training and support for foster families fostering special needs children; • Complete new and renewals of special needs forms prior to their expiry dates; • Court preparation; • Advocate for families and children; • Referrals to other resources as needed; • Network with external/internal collaterals Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please submit three references at time of application.

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

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

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Classification: Instructor (Sessional Stipend) Term Position: December 14, 2015 to April 29, 2016 The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 15-113 Closing Date: November 13, 2015

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

Classification: Instructor Part-Time Term Position: A.S.A.P. to June 30, 2016 The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 15-116 Closing Date: November 16, 2015 Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers”, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

Salary: Based on qualifications Deadline for Applications: Thursday, November 12, 2015 @ 4:00 p.m.

Apply to: Advertisement # NAA76 Attention: Hiring Committee Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc P.O. Box 388 Cross Lake, MB. R0B 0J0 Or for more information contact: Noelle Halcrow, HR Coordinator Fax: 204-676-3251 Email: nhalcrow@nikanaa.ca Phone: 204-676-3902 ext. 104 We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

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Classification: Educational Assistant 3 Full-Time Regular Position Thompson or The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 15-115 Closing Date: November 13, 2015

Classification: Instructor (Sessional Stipend x 2) Term Position: December 14, 2015 to April 29, 2016 Thompson, Manitoba Competition No. 15-112 Closing Date: November 13, 2015

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

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

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

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Classification: Administrative Officer 1 Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 15-117 Closing Date: November 13, 2015

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DIABETES INTEGRATION PROJECT PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPPORTUNITY REGISTERED DIETITIAN - HALF TIME (0.5 FTE) Thompson, Manitoba Under the auspices of the Diabetes Integration Project, the dietitian will be one component of the Diabetes Health Care Service Delivery Team which will provide mobile diabetes care and treatment services to diabetes clients within six First Nation communities in the Northern Health Region.

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Job Summary: The Diabetes Health Care Team will provide mobile diabetes care and treatment services to diabetes clients within First Nation communities including the following: • Diabetes Complication and Risk Factor Assessment • Point of Care Testing – DCA 2000 Analyzer/Piccolo Analyzer • Assess Emotional Wellness, Nutrition and Physical Activity Screening • Diabetes Education Counselling • Capacity Building/Knowledge Translation – Community Health Staff and Clients • Referral Services • Data Entry The work involves extensive travel to the First Nation communities in Northern Manitoba. The incumbent must be exible and be able to travel extensively and upon request.

The incumbent will work out of the Diabetes Integration Project – Thompson OfďŹ ce.

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Registered Dietitian with relevant knowledge and experience in foods and nutrition CertiďŹ ed Diabetes Educator CertiďŹ cation or willingness to obtain Knowledge of the principles of health education and disease prevention programming Knowledge of First Nation Health Programs ProďŹ ciency in computer software programs Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating practice tools Experience in strategies to improve diabetes selfmanagement outcomes Must possess excellent verbal/written communication skills Ability to work collectively with the Advisory and Steering Committees Must have valid Manitoba Drivers License Knowledge of First Nation customs, values and traditions

Salary: Based on qualiďŹ cations/experience and may be subject to funding availability Please submit a resume with three references and a cover letter to the attention of: Caroline Chartrand – Executive Director Diabetes Integration Project #301- 338 Broadway Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0T2 Application Deadline: November 9, 2015 We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

Youth Care Practitioners, Two Casual positions – Marymound Receiving Home Competition # YCP15-01 (Days, evenings, overnights, weekends).

Casual positions are part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for supervision and safety of youth through daily interaction and care. Participate in planning, assessing and implementation of treatment strategies. Experience working with youth; ability to relate positively and therapeutically to youth; with excellent physical and emotional health.

Combination of education and experience considered.

Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/ satisfactory Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency first aid, valid driver’s license, and abstract.

Knowledge of Aboriginal customs, traditions and beliefs will be considered an asset.

Submit cover letter and rĂŠsumĂŠ quoting Competition # to: Competition No. YCP15-01 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 For more information about these positions or to apply online at www.marymound.com or e-mail: careers@marymound.com Marymound is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are encouraged to self-declare.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA MAINTENANCE CLERK LOCATION: THOMPSON, MB Position:

Maintenance Clerk, Finance Department Full Time Permanent position

Summary of Position: Reporting to the Director of Finance the Maintenance Clerk performs accounting support functions and is a team player in the Finance Department at Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba. Responsibilities include processing and issuing payments to caregivers, data entry and maintaining an accurate ďŹ ling system etc., responsible for maintaining conďŹ dentiality in accordance with the Agency Policy & Procedure Manual. The incumbent must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and be able to locate inadequacies and discrepancies in the system.

Time management skills are essential that will ensure work deadlines are met; payments are administered and job responsibilities are performed in a timely manner.

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Business Administration Diploma and accounting experience or a related post secondary certiďŹ cate and accounting experience will be considered Knowledge of Child and Family Services legislation and standards is an asset Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent assessment skills Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills ProďŹ ciency in MS OfďŹ ce applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team setting Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree or Dene language would be considered an asset

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Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check Must be able to work in a fast paced environment Minimal travel required

Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2015 A covering letter indicating the position applying for, updated resume and three references can be sent to: Human Resource Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great beneďŹ ts package to employees.

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

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Churchill, Gillam and Split Lake square off on volleyball court

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Volleyball teams from Split Lake and Gillam made the northeast trek to Churchill for the Polar Spike tournament hosted by the Duke of Marlborough School Oct. 29-31.

The host Duke of Marlborough Storm went undefeated to capture the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tournament title, beating the Gillam Timberwolves 25-19, 25-17, the Chief Sam Cook School

varsity team 25-21, 2519, the Gillam junior varsity team 25-20, 25-10 and the Chief Sam Cook junior varsity boys 25-11, 25-8.

The senior Timberwolves were second, winning 25-12, 25-20 over Split Lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior team and 25-19, 25-18 over the Chief Sam Cook junior varsity squad while knocking off their own schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s junior varsity team 25-9, 25-14. Split

Lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior team was third with a 4-4 record, recording a 25-19, 26-24 win over Gillamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s junior varsity team and wining 25-17, 25-17 over the Chief Sam Cook juniors.

The junior varsity teams both ďŹ nished with 1-7 records after splitting their match 28-26 for Split Lake and 25-12 for Gillam.

In the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tournament it was the senior Timberwolves and the Chief Sam Cook seniors who ďŹ nished

with the best records, both ďŹ nishing up with 8-2 records. The Timberwolves split 25-19, 25-27 with Duke of Marlborough and 24-26, 25-17 with the Split Lake seniors, while taking both sets from the visiting junior varsity teams and the junior team from the host school. The Chief Sam Cook seniors split 24-26, 25-16 with the Gillam junior varsity

squad and swept both Duke of Marlborough teams and the juniors from Chief Sam Cook as well.

Duke of Marlboroughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior team was third with a 7-3 record, beating the junior varsity Storm 25-18, 25-20, the Gillam juniors 25-22, 25-14 and the Split Lake juniors 2512, 25-19.

Gillamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s junior team

was fourth after taking one set from the Split Lake seniors, one from the Duke of Marlborough juniors and sweeping the Chief Sam Cook juniors.

The junior varsity Storm took one set from the Gillam juniors and two from the Split Lake junior team to ďŹ nish ďŹ fth while the Chief Sam Cook junior varsity team was winless.

JOB POSTING RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER

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Facility Manager Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 31032 Closing Date: November 16, 2015 Salary Range: $35,207.00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $46,560.00 per year plus remoteness allowance

QualiďŹ cations: s 0OST SECONDARY CERTIlCATE DIPLOMA IN FACILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT IE TH #LASS 0OWER %NGINEER #ERTIlCATE OR EQUIVALENT TRAINING AND RELATED EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL s -UST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN FACILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT BUILDING OPERATIONS AND maintenance. s %XPERIENCE WITH -ICROSOFT /FlCE 7ORD %XCEL /UTLOOK IS ESSENTIAL s %XPERIENCE IN THE SUPERVISION OF STAFF WOULD BE DESIRED

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An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Please see www.manitoba.ca/govjobs/ for additional information including a complete list of qualiďŹ cations and conditions of employment.

Duties: 5NDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF THE HIGHER LEVEL &ACILITY -ANAGER &- OR THE $ISTRICT 0ROPERTY -ANAGER THE INCUMBENT ASSISTS IN THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE 4HOMPSON PORTFOLIO OF 0ROVINCIALLY OWNED AND LEASED BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO 4HOMPSON 0/" 5#. 4HOMPSON AND 4HOMPSON 6%-! 'ARAGE !SSISTING to ensure that the client departments have a safe, clean and comfortable area in which to carry out their programs.

Apply to: Advertisement No. 31032 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 300-305 Broadway 7INNIPEG -" 2 # * 0HONE &AX Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

Full-Time IndeďŹ nite Term Position ADDICTIONS FOUNDATION OF MANITOBA Eaglewood Addictions Centre THOMPSON The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) is a Crown Agency that contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviors.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Residential Programs, Residential Care Workers provide client and facility support. These positions require a commitment to a client centred philosophy and approach to the development and support of AFM programs and client services.

The Residential Care Worker will demonstrate the following: â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for client-centred care and demonstrates empathy and compassion. â&#x20AC;˘ Exhibits the ability to respond to client requests in a responsible, timely and flexible manner. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrates the ability to consider the needs of clients, other staff persons and the organization when making decisions within the role. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities, and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors. â&#x20AC;˘ Recognizes the importance of regular supervision meetings. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility. â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to manage own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure.

Responsibilities: â&#x20AC;˘ Provide support and be present where clients are. â&#x20AC;˘ Respond warmly, politely and helpfully to everyone, including all visitors to the building. â&#x20AC;˘ Respond appropriately to emergency crisis situations, modelling to clients how this is done in a positive way. â&#x20AC;˘ Conduct facility orientations. â&#x20AC;˘ Facilitation of educational sessions and client house meetings. â&#x20AC;˘ Performing light housekeeping/maintenance. â&#x20AC;˘ Building security duties. â&#x20AC;˘ Coordination and distribution of client and program supplies. â&#x20AC;˘ Copying program materials. â&#x20AC;˘ Responding to telephone calls. â&#x20AC;˘ Documentation according to role requirements. â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrates the ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications.

QualiďŹ cations: â&#x20AC;˘ Grade 12 education. â&#x20AC;˘ Suitable combination of education and experience working in a residential facility, addictions related employment experience and/or volunteer work. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience working from a client centred perspective. â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent interpersonal skills. â&#x20AC;˘ The ability to work within and contribute to a positive team environment. â&#x20AC;˘ An understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations is essential. â&#x20AC;˘ Valid CPR-C with AED training and First Aid certification are required prior to beginning work. â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of the addictions field is required. â&#x20AC;˘ Fluency in English (French verbal and written an asset).

The Competencies for the Residential Care Worker opportunity are: â&#x20AC;˘ Adaptability/Flexibility â&#x20AC;˘ Client Centred Service â&#x20AC;˘ Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness â&#x20AC;˘ Effective Communication â&#x20AC;˘ Ethical Conduct and Professionalism â&#x20AC;˘ Planning and Organizing â&#x20AC;˘ Teamwork and Cooperation â&#x20AC;˘ Crisis Intervention â&#x20AC;˘ Understanding Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency

WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

From this competition a three month eligibility list will be established for term and casual positions within the same program, work location and job classiďŹ cation.

Your cover letter, resumĂŠ and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the QUALIFICATIONS

It is AFM practice to request a criminal record check and conduct a child abuse registry check prior to ďŹ nalizing the appointment of successful candidates.

7E THANK ALL WHO APPLY AND ADVISE THAT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION WILL be contacted.

Competition #: Salary Range: Closing Date:

%MPLOYMENT %QUITY IS A FACTOR IN SELECTION !PPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO INDICATE IN THEIR covering letter, resumĂŠ and/or application if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability.

Apply in writing to:

Find out about other current job opportunities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; click on the Jobs button at manitoba.ca.

2015-077 $15.91 - $19.91/hour (under review) November 12, 2015 Director, Northern Area Addictions Foundation of Manitoba 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: (204) 677-7328 E-mail: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Manitoba grand chiefs in Ottawa for swearing-in ceremony

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Aboriginal leaders from Manitoba were at Rideau Hall in Ottawa for the official swearing in of Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his cabinet Nov. 4.

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) Grand Chief Derek Nepinak said in a press release that the fact that the ceremony included indigenous protocols and traditions by acknowledging the unceded Alonquin territory and including a Cree hand drum song and an Inuit throat song was a first step towards reconciliation and the mending of relationships with indigenous people.

Two aboriginal ministers – Minister of Justice Jody Wilson-Raybould of the We Wai Kai Nation in British Columbia and Fisheries Minister Hunter Tootoo from the Northwest Territories – were appointed to cabinet by Trudeau.

“Our First Nations communities across Turtle Island are in a crisis when it comes to education, housing, clean water, resource development, the list goes on,” said Nepinak. “I am optimistic that the new Liberal government will

revitalize and repair the relationship First Nations had with the Harper government. I strongly believe that our indigenous brothers and sisters that have been appointed to cabinet will bring the indigenous voice to historically unrepresented portfolios and access points to government.”

Manitoba Keewatinook Okimakanak (MKO) Grand Chief Sheila North Wilson was also in attendance at the ceremony and said she was pleased that the new prime minister had appointed a gender-balanced and regionally inclusive cabinet.

“The MKO First Nations are optimistic and are looking forward to ‘real change’ and to a true government-to-government relationship based on trust and respect”, stated North Wilson. “We are hoping that the appointment of such strong and experienced women as Jody Wilson-Raybould as the minister of justice and attorney general and Dr. Carolyn Bennett as minister of indigenous and northern affairs means that Canada will move forward immediately with a national inquiry on missing and murdered indigenous women and

girls. I am particularly looking forward to working closely with Minister Wilson-Raybould and Minister Bennett to develop the process and terms of reference for the national inquiry based on our made-in-Manitoba ‘families first’ approach.”

The MKO grand chief also congratulated Manitoba MPs Jim Carr and MaryAnn Mihychuk on their appointments as minister of natural resources and minister of employment, development, workforce and labour, respectively.

“The ongoing development of the energy and minerals and forests in our resource-rich MKO region and the training and employment of our MKO people will immediately bring MKO into close contact with the mandates of both Minister Carr and Minister Mihychuk,” said North Wilson. “I am today sending out a clear message that if the government wants to work with us, then we are ready and prepared to work with the government to make better lives for the people of the MKO First Nations.”

MKO has represented 30 First Nations in Northern Manitoba since 1981.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Tobacco Reduction Strategy Coordinator Under the direction of the Director of Health, the Tobacco Reduction Strategy Coordinator will provide advisory, support services, and program planning in the area of tobacco control strategies for the 10 KTC communities. The primary goal of the Coordinator is to provide training and awareness that will ultimately reduce the rate of non-traditional tobacco consumption and its effects, in the region served by the Keewatin Tribal Council directly, and through the delivery of future programs and content creation, contribute to other region’s efforts to reduce tobacco consumption as well.

Other roles and responsibilities are to provide resources and training to community health resource workers. To promote awareness and prevention, and identify training needs of the communities. Deliver training of trainer programs and support of any and all community based programs that addresses the following but not limited to cessation clinics, interactive information sessions utilizing any and/or recently distributed resources, lifestyle coaching, etc.

Qualifications: • University degree in relevant area to the position or a combination and experience may be considered.

• Must be a non-smoker.

• Knowledge and demonstrated skills in specific areas such as, community assessments, health promotion and wellness, harm reduction, behavior change and community capacity development and team development.

• Experience in delivering adult education styled workshops.

• Knowledge of the principals of statistics, collection and research projects and the role they play in identifying best practices.

• Experience in completing reports.

• Familiar with addiction prevention, intervention and cessation models.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and excellent organizational skills • Aware of tobacco control strategies and resources.

• Aware of Aboriginal traditional use of tobacco.

• Ability to work as a team member and independently.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to prepare PowerPoint presentations.

• Ability to speak an Aboriginal language (Cree or Dene) is an asset.

• Willing to travel extensively.

A written application with a detailed resume, including at least two references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor, should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba, R8N 0Y4 Fax: (204) 677- 0256 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 13, 2015.

We wish to thank those that apply for this position but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Dolores Proulx R.D. Parker Collegiate’s Adrianna Proulx gets her fingers on the ball well above the net during one of the varsity girls’ volleyball team’s games at the Spartan Dig tournament in Brandon on Halloween weekend. The Trojan girls qualified for the championship playoffs at the tournament.

E HEALTH TECHNICIAN Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health, and the Tribal Nursing Officer, the E Health Technician is a member of the Health Services Team. They will work in collaboration with the KTC Health Team and the KTC Computer Services Technician to provide support, education and computer services to the KTC health services department and member communities. They will represent KTC on the Regional Tele Health, E health, Panorama and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Advisory Committees and ensure KTC management and leadership are informed of Regional and National program developments. E-Health staff provide technological support and operational troubleshooting to the KTC staff and member communities.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FIRE SAFETY OFFICER Under the general direction of the Director of Technical Services, the Fire Safety Officer located in Thompson, Manitoba, will be promoting all aspects of Fire Safety with emphasis on fire prevention to the Keewatin Tribal Council and associated First Nations.

OBJECTIVES: •

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Computer technician education and/or an equivalent of education and experience; Excellent technical knowledge and application experience; The ability to trouble shoot and resolve technological challenges with minimal assistance; Experience in facilitation and teaching; Knowledge and experience of social media and web site applications; Excellent interpersonal skills, communications skills; Knowledge of E Health applications is an asset; The ability to work with others or independently with minimum supervision.

Knowledge and respect for the customs, traditions and practises of the KTC member First Nation communities; The ability to work flexible hours, be on call and travel; Ability to speak Cree and or Dene is an asset; Ability to travel to Winnipeg and the KTC communities if required.

Plan, develop and deliver fire equipment training programs in the use and maintenance of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, pumps and auxiliary equipment and the coordination of courses affecting volunteer fire department’s training and effectiveness.

Conduct inspections in homes and all KTC’s First Nation’s owned assets.

Conduct inventories of existing fire equipment and identify future requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS: • • • • • • • •

Knowledge of fire department organizations, fire prevention and inspection program Knowledge of community Emergency Response Plan Development.

Knowledge of all Fire equipment and safety rules and regulations.

Certification - Fire Fighting Practices Certification - Fire Services Instructor First Aid,CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Have awareness of the customs, traditions and practices of local member First Nation communities.

Ability to speak Cree or Dene an asset.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, and written permission to contact the references and latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to:

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to:

Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. Attention: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 E-Mail: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256

Lisa Beardy - Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 204-677-0256

Deadline for Applications Friday, November 20, 2015

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Thursday, November 12, 2015. We would like to thank those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. For further information or a full job description, contact Harvey Weenusk - Director of Technical Services or Lisa Beardy – Office Manager.

Late applications will not be considered.

We would like to thank those that apply but only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.