October 13 2017

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MKO brings day of awareness for murdered and missing Indigenous women to Thompson for the first time

BY KYLE DARBYSON KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

St. Joseph’s Ukrainian Catholic Church was full of song, prayer, and dance on the evening of Oct. 4 as a way to remember the 1,200 plus cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls (MMIWG) that are still on the books.

This event, known as “Mamaway Kiskisitan Niwakomakanak,” was organized by a Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO), and is designed to create a safe space for the community to gather together and show support for the families that are currently affected by this ongoing crisis.

Even though it was their fifth-annual day of awareness, it marked the first time MKO brought this event to Thompson. The organizers commemorated this occasion by inviting a variety of speakers, musicians and dancers to tell their stories in their own unique way.

Elder Marie Ballantyne opened the evening’s festivities with a prayer and recounted her own personal experiences with this issue, including how her aunt was brutally murdered in 1962 when she was nine months

pregnant.

“I always say that survivors play a critical part in putting the pieces together,” said Hilda AndersonPyrz, the MMIWG liaison for MKO. “I feel that they have important stories to tell and they could teach us all something on how we can do things better as a community, as service providers.”

While the subject matter was definitely heavy, many aspects of this event focused on communal healing and the positive energy that can be generated from such a practice.

This dynamic really came to the forefront when the organizers made time for a feast, a candlelight vigil, and a variety of Aboriginal performers that riffed on traditional and more contemporary musical influences.

According to MKO Grand Chief Sheila North Wilson, it’s events like this that transformed MMIWG from a non-issue amongst the everyday public into a talking point that dominated the last federal election.

“It wasn’t an easy thing.

It didn’t happen overnight,” she said. “We had to go on the streets. We had to march. We had to

be vigilant and we had to be tenacious and we didn’t stop. So I credit all the families that did that work and you, right here, are part of that work because it continues.”

With that being said, the national inquiry into MMIWG could face a rough road ahead. Not only has this initiative been marred by severe criticism from victims’ families about a lack of involvement and input, but the inquiry’s administration has been subject to a big staffing shake-up as recently as Oct. 7.

Additionally, as many as 180 family members have signed an open letter asking Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to reset the inquiry altogether.

Despite these recent developments, North Wilson remains confident that justice will be served in the end as long as the people in communities like Thompson don’t lose hope.

“It’s a national tragedy and we’ll keep working towards ending it,” said North Wilson. “But in the meantime let’s keep working together as different communities and let’s not abandon the good work that we’ve all started.”

Nickel Belt News photos by Kyle Darbyson A candlelight vigil was held outside of St. Joseph’s Church in Thompson Oct. 4 to remember missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

Musician Natasha Moody (one half of the singing duo Moody x2) performs with her two daughters on stage during the Oct. 4 day of remembrance.

Sheila North Wilson, grand chief of MKO, takes to the stage at St. Joseph’s Church on Oct. 4 to talk about missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

The Oct. 4 ceremony was capped off with a series of healing dances performed by jingle dress dancers and accompanied by the Oskinikis drum group.

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Friday, October 13, 2017

Chamber prepares to promote Snow Lake

Marc Jackson

My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com The Snow Lake Chamber of Commerce held their annual general meeting at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Snow Lake Legion.

Following the call to order, an introduction of the executive and guests took place, before moving on

to acceptance of minutes, the treasurer’s report and a review of memberships and fees. The executive then covered a number of current and new initiatives President Gerard Lamontagne began with an overview of the May trade show. He talked about the successes of the show, as well as a proposed reduction in fees for home-based business members that would help entice these folks to set up as vendors at next year’s event. He put forward the chamber idea of a workshop focusing on selling tips for local member businesses taking part in the show. “It would be of great benefit to any of the local vendors,” Lamontagne said. “Just make them a little stronger in their booths.”

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In relation to the chamber’s Chuck Davidson Golf Day, Lamontagne said that it has proved to be a great success over the two years that it has been held. He added that Davidson plans to bring family, friends and colleagues to the event next year.

Luncheons were the next topic and the president related how a monthly luncheon was seen as too frequent; the chamber has instead opted to get together for these twice yearly. The focus will be refined to bringing in relevant and topical speakers. Later in the meeting secretary Chrissy Evans suggested bringing in a person who could address the “very affordable” benefits packages that are attainable though any business’s membership in Manitoba’s Chambers of Commerce. All felt it was a great idea.

In respect to forums and conferences, earlier in the year both Lamontagne and Evans attended the northern chambers’ meeting in Thompson. They stated it was a great experience and one of the first, if not the first, time northern chambers got together in this fashion. Ideas were shared and there was discussion of each chamber’s challenges. The two executive members came away from the event with the opinion

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of business. He said that this has been well accepted and with more students in school, applicants can only increase. It will continue.

Ms. Evans addressed donations, pointing out the fi nancial statement, which highlighted these.

Last year the chamber donated $1,000 to the Snow Lake Volunteer Fire Department, $500 to Snow Lake Minor Hockey, and $250 to the Snow Lake graduates. Evans said they would try to spread their donations around the community in the coming annum, attempting to stay away from donating to the same cause in consecutive years.

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that Snow Lake is doing well in comparison. Both felt the town was in an enviable position, with Lamontagne noting that things may not be happening overnight for Snow Lake, but that the trickle of opportunity may soon turn into a stream. There was consensus that the idea of regular northern chambers meetings was a worthy one and that, because of its central location, Snow Lake should vie to host the next one.

Finally, bursaries and donations were discussed.

Director Peter Purves noted that the group had traditionally offered a $500 bursary to someone headed in the area

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Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson Snow Lake Chamber of Commerce executive members, from left to right, president Gerard Lamontagne, vice-president Medhat Geloa, secretary Chrissy Evans, director Nicole Kucharyshen, treasurer Jill Arpin and directors Dave Mayer, Garry Zamzow and Peter Purves.

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“New Business/Things to Come in 2017/18,” Lamontagne began, stating, “I think we as a group have come to the conclusion that our role as a chamber is to be a voice for the business community and to try make our community stronger… better.” He brought up the ongoing plan for signage at the Highway 39 and Highway 392 junction that would capture interest from both directions on Highway 39, as well as a tourism booklet made up entirely of Snow Lake and the chamber’s membership. This would be a 20 to 30 page, full-colour, glossy magazine. Chamber members will get a half-page advertisement free with their paid membership. The gathering of information for the publication, writing, editing and layout was offered to Marc Jackson as a contract and he accepted. Work will begin once a membership list and emails are passed on to him.

The group also plans to have AIR Industries out of Flin Flon put together a 90-second video on Snow Lake for promotional purposes on YouTube, and community-related websites. Lamontagne noted that locals Ryan Evans and Robert Stoupe have footage that could be incorporated into the video.

In closing off the item, Lamontagne advised that the chamber has written a letter of support for a northern snowmobile trail system; the Manitoba chamber has as well. He noted and welcomed the business opportunities available to such a system.

The coming year’s elections were the next agenda item. A notice of motion was put forward to drop the stipulation for a limit of two-year terms for the executive. It will be voted on at the next regular meeting. The new executive members were all acclaimed to their positions. They are president Gerard Lamontagne, vicepresident Medhat Geloa, secretary Chrissy Evans, treasurer Jill Arpin and directors Dave Mayer, Garry Zamzow, Peter Purves and Nicole Kucharyshen.

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UCN graduate receives prestigious doctoral scholarship A former University College of the North (UCN) student who spent three summers working for Manitoba Conservation in Snow Lake, Thompson and Flin Flon is one of the 2017 recipients of a $150,000 Vanier Scholarship.

Nickolas Kosmenko, a graduate of UCN’s Natural Resource Management Technology (NMRT) program, applied credits earned at UCN towards a bachelor of environmental science degree at the University of Manitoba, with which UCN has a transfer agreement for students looking to advance their science education. NMRT graduates who are accepted into the environmental science program are granted 60 credit hours of the 120 required for a bachelor’s degree. Kosmenko was one of the first UCN students to complete his degree under the transfer agreement and graduated

from the program in 2013.

Following his graduation from the NMRT program, Kosmenko worked for three summers as a resource officer for Manitoba Conservation in Snow Lake, Thompson and Flin Flon, then worked as a wildlife assistant for Manitoba Conservation in Dauphin and for Tolko Industries as a forest surveyor in The Pas. At the University of Manitoba, Kosmenko was a member of the cross-country and track and field teams.

Kosmenko enrolled in a master of environmental science program at the University of Windsor, where he focused his research on the ecological, morphometric, physiological and behavioural traits of fish and their rates of respiration and consumption.

Intended to keep top doctoral students in Canada, Vanier Scholarships recognize students nomin-

ing a court appearance on a charge of uttering threats.

“We have been working closely with the RCMP over the weekend and we continue to monitor the situation closely,” said RDPC principal Rob Fisher in an Oct. 9 phone and email message to students’ parents.

“We take threats against our school very seriously and all measures have been

Alex James Bittern

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 17-15-01313 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $5,858.94 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to:

LEGAL NOTICE TO:

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of UCN Nickolas Kosmenko, a graduate of University College of the North’s Natural Resource Management Technology program, is one of the 2017 recipients of a $150,000 Vanier Scholarship for doctoral studies. ated by their universities and are administered by the Canadian Institute of Health Research, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, which is the agency through which Kosmenko’s

taken to ensure the safety of all our students.”

“The RCMP takes these types of complaints very seriously and the officers in Thompson did a tremendous job in identifying and locating the individual responsible,” said Manitoba RCMP media relations officer Sgt. Paul Mainagre in an Oct. 9 press release.

“We are continuing to work

Congratulations to Thompson’s fire chief I want to congratulate the City of Thompson’s director of fire and public safety and Fire Chief John Maskerine on receiving the Mary Beth Dolin Meritorious Fire Service Award for his outstanding contribution to Manitoba.

It was my pleasure to see John, his daughter Jessica and friends and co-workers at the legislature this week as he was recognized by Blaine Pedersen, Minister of Growth, Enterprise and Trade, for his five decades of service. It was a fitting ceremony coinciding with Fire Safety Week, and we thank John for his commitment and dedication over the years to ensure northerners are safe.

Thanks to everyone who attended the pre-budget consultation town hall meeting last Saturday at the MaMow-We-Tak Friendship Centre in Thompson. Our government certainly appreciates the insightful discussion and suggestions from Manitobans as we face decisions on controlling the use of marijuana once it’s legalized, on balancing the

TO:

Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

scholarship was granted.

His scholarship will support his research into the factors that influence rural Indigenous athletes’ participation in varsity sport.

Vanier Scholarships are named for George Vanier, Canada’s governor general from 1959 to 1967.

Teenager arrested after making threats about high school on social media A 15-year-old male has been arrested and charged after police were notified about serious threats about R.D. Parker Collegiate posted on social media.

Thompson RCMP were notified of the threats around 5:40 p.m. Oct. 7 and then identified, located and arrested the suspect, who was later released on numerous conditions pend-

LEGAL NOTICE

with R.D. Parker Collegiate and taking all the necessary steps to ensure the students and staff are safe at school.”

Lionel Baptiste Bittern

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 17-15-01320 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $2,568.08 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

LEGAL NOTICE TO:

Wayne Thomas Spence

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 17-15-01318 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $5,877.77 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

SALE OF UNIVERSITY PROPERTY **Please Note of the Revision Below on Closing Date to Bid**

University College of the North (UCN) is accepting sealed bids for the sale of VEHICLES: Year

Model

KM

Min Bid

2010

Ford Expedition XLT

245,866

$4,000

2010

Ford Expedition XLT

231,372

$4,000

2008

Chevrolet Uplander

251,582

$1,000

2007

GMC Envoy

274,613

2,500

MLA Report

2008

Ford Escape

198,994

$2,500**

2008

Chevy Trailblazer

209,761

$2,500

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2003

GMC Yukon

275,400

$750

2009

Jeep Patriot

183,211

$2,500

2008

Chevy Trailblazer

Sell for scrap

$400

Kelly Bindle budget and on sustaining health care for the long term.

We also encourage members of the public to have their say at another northern prebudget consultation meeting at the Kikiwak Inn in The Pas on Monday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m., or by going to www.

ManitobansMakingChoices. ca and filling out the online survey.

Our government is standing up for Manitoba’s small businesses and expressing serious concerns about the impact of the federal Liberal government’s proposed tax changes that will have a negative impact on thousands of small and mediumsized businesses in our province, and on the tens of thousands of people who

work for them. Our business community is the foundation of Manitoba’s economy, and the proposed tax changes attack the very people who create jobs, produce goods, take risks and support local projects and initiatives. Our Manitoba government has had to make many important decisions as we fix our finances, repair our services and rebuild our economy, and we are making progress in improving the business outlook and optimism in our province. We don’t need the federal government in Ottawa hurting the progress we are making in Manitoba.

That is why our government is calling on the federal Liberals to withdraw their proposed tax changes.

**Repairs required (please request quote) Terms of the sale are as is, where is. Minimum accepted bids stated in the table above. A deposit of $250. is required with each sealed bid. The vehicle must be removed from UCN property within two weeks of date of sale.

For further information regarding bid forms and viewing please contact: Denise Barker, Purchasing Agent 437 Seventh Street East Box 3000 The Pas, MB R9A 1M7 P: 204-627-8625 E: dbarker@ucn.ca Closing Date: 4:30 pm October 17, 2017

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Canadian Ranger from Gillam top Ranger shooter at armed forces competition

BY CAPT.WADE JONES, OFFICER COMMANDING MANITOBA CANADIAN RANGER COMPANY

Canadian Ranger (CR) Sam Cocquyt, who has served with the Gillam Patrol since 2001, was the top shooter at the Canadian Armed Forces Small Arms Concentration (CAFSAC) 2017 competition in Ottawa in September. He has served as the Patrol Commander, Patrol 2I/C and is presently a Section Commander. He is an electrician and maintenance planner for the Lower Nelson River Generating Stations with Manitoba Hydro in Gillam.

Jones: What was it like shooting those last few rounds of the final match at CAFSAC 2017?

Cocquyt: It was surreal, I was a little apprehensive, you have to settle into a rhythm when you shoot, you hear nothing, you picture your shot, then I closed the disengaged eye, looked through the centre of the

rear aperture at the target and picked my point of aim, keeping my sights upright, I ensured my sight picture was in the center of the rear aperture, I squeezed off my last round from my faithful .303 for the Canadian Armed Forces Small Arms Concentration (CAFSAC) in 2017. Every round fired this year was a great memory.

Jones: Where did you learn to shoot?

Cocquyt: Shooting has always been a passion of mine, growing up in rural Manitoba I was exposed to both recreational shooting and hunting. My dad was my teacher and I learned from an early age to respect the firearm and dedication it took to be a crack shot.

I am an avid shooter, a reloader and a dedicated hunter. Shooting is just not a seasonal thing for me, it’s a lifestyle, and it’s a mastered Ranger skill I am proud of.

Jones: How did you find

out about CAFSAC and competitive shooting?

Cocquyt: Competitive shooting really never entered my mind until I was asked in 2006 by Capt.

Wade Jones if I would be interested in trying out for the 4 CRPG CFSAC team. I competed each year from 2007 except for 2010 and 2012. This year, in my opinion, is the culmination of shooting the Enfield .303 as a Canadian Ranger. This year I was the top Canadian Ranger shooter at CAFSAC 17. I’ve come very close in other years but always second or third, it was always just out of reach, and this year was different! The team was great, they were confident; the heckling, the joking, the coaching all fell into place and set the tone for me to focus and give it my best.

Jones: How have you done at CAFSAC in previous years compared to this year?

Cocquyt: I’ve done well

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Cpl. Jax Kennedy, Canadian Forces Joint Imagery Centre Canadian Ranger Sam Cocquyt of the Gillam Patrol is carried off the range by his fellow Canadian Rangers as the top Canadian Ranger shooter at CAFSAC 2017. over the years, winning 13 individual or team medals.

Each year I relied on my strength of shooting at longer ranges and worked hard on those matches I always was just a bit off on.

This year, 2017, was different, everything clicked, I was tuned in, and I won six medals earning me the title of the top Canadian Ranger shooter for 2017.

Being chaired off the range by my fellow Rangers was humbling and gave me a

sense of pride I have never felt before.

Jones: As a 4 CRPG CAFSAC team member, what do you think of the .303 and the C-19 replacement rifle as far as competitive shooting?

Cocquyt: The .303 has a special place in my heart, I’ve shot so many rounds from this rifle. The .303 speaks for itself, no other rifle has ever outperformed its abilities, its reliability, its medium-range accur-

acy. The proof is that it’s been around a long, long time. Saying goodbye to the .303 will be difficult, but I really look forward to shooting the C-19, I’ve already shot it and it is accurate and I especially look forward to defending my title as the top Canadian Ranger shooter in 2018.

Shooting is shooting, but to be a crack shot will take lots of practice to learn how the C-19 will shoot in my hands.

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Church Services in Thompson ST. JAMES ANGLICAN 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Shantha Gandamalla and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy Youth Pastor Colton Murphy Children’s Pastor Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye 677-3435 thompsonchurch.ca Sunday school 9:45 am, coffee time at 10:40 am Church Service at 11:00 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel Regular Hours: 11 am Church service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 service @ 11 am LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON Congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays.

Phone 204-677-4495

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.

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LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm.

LIGHT OF THE NORTH CHURCH 32 Nelson Road GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Chris Lowe 159 Cree Rd 204-677-3000 Sunday school 10:00 am AM Service at 11, PM Service at 7 Prayer meeting - Wednesday 7 pm

The world isn’t in black and white, so why is your ad?

The Competencies for the Residential Care Worker opportunity are: • Adaptability/Flexibility • Client Centred Service • Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness • Effective Communication • Ethical Conduct and Professionalism • Planning and Organizing • Teamwork and Cooperation • Crisis Intervention • Understanding Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency From these two competitions a three month eligibility list will be established for term and casual positions within the same program, work location and job classification.

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

When submitting your resume, please indicate which position you are applying for.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS everyone welcome Sundays at 10 AM 83 Copper Rd For more information, church tours or home visits call the missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org

Competition #:

2017-069 (Full-time Permanent) 2017-074 (Part-time Weekend Permanent)

THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr. - 204-677-3658 Worship services every Sunday at 11 am BURNTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH 39 Beaver Crescent Thompson MB R8N 1C5 204-778-4494 Pastor Lee Pickett Sunday morning service 11:15 a.m Sunday evening service 7:00 p.m Wednesday prayer meeting 7:00 p.m

Qualifications: • Grade 12 education.

• Suitable combination of education and experience working in a residential facility, addictions related employment experience and/or volunteer work.

• Experience working from a client centred perspective.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• The ability to work within and contribute to a positive team environment.

• An understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations is essential.

• Valid CPR-C with AED training and First Aid certification are required prior to beginning work.

• Knowledge of the addictions field is required.

• Fluency in English (French verbal and written an asset).

Call 204-677-4534

Salary Range:

$16.88 to $21.13 an hour plus remoteness allowance if applicable.

Closing Date:

October 19, 2017

Apply in writing to: 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

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CAREERS

FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Full-time employment opportunity available for a highly motivated individual willing to explore a career in vision care. The ideal candidate will hold a grade 12 diploma, be motivated to further your education, have a flair for fashion, and enjoy working with the public. Knowledge of insurance and billing would be an asset.

All applicants must be able to provide a clear criminal record check.

Please drop o≠ resume to City Vision Opticians in the Plaza.

Only those selected will be contacted for interview.

Reid main marksman for Northstars in winless home-opening weekend

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Norman Northstars are one of two Manitoba AAA Midget Hockey

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Manitoba First Nations School System

Invites qualiϐied candidates to apply for the following teacher positions located at George Saunders Memorial School located in York Factory Cree Nation for the upcoming 2017-2018 Academic Year:

NURSERY-KINDERGARTEN GRADES 1/2 (split class) PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER GRADE 9 Positions are open until ϐilled

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League teams who have yet to record a win after falling 6-5 and 5-2 to the Parkland Rangers in their first two home games of the season Oct. 6-7.

Mitchell Reid had a pair of goals to lead the Northstars offensively in their home opener, scoring on a power play in the first period and at even strength in the third. His second goal drew his team within one of the Rangers, but they didn’t get any closer as Reid’s was the only goal of the third period for either team. His first period marker was the Northstars’ third of the game, coming less than six minutes after Jordan Pfoh got the Northstars on the board with their first power play goal of the game. Frederick Ledoux had opened scoring for the Northstars 7:44 into the game, but Brayden Delvenne, Reece Hopfner and Carter Cockburn replied with three even-strength goals for Parkland in the space of 90 seconds to put them ahead 3-1. Reid’s

first goal got the Northstars back on even terms for a few minutes before Kurtis Luke put the Rangers up 4-3 six seconds before the first intermission.

Cockburn and Tanner Koshowski made it a 6-3 game with second period goals before Henry Muchikekwanape scored shorthanded to draw the Northstars within two with 2:04 left in the middle frame.

Braedin Melsted made 24 saves in net for the Northstars, who outshot their opponents 32-30. Rory Campbell stopped 17 of 19 shots he faced in 40 minutes to pick up the win for the Rangers after replacing starter Zach Grouette for the start of the second period.

Reid continued to have a hot hand for the Northstars on Saturday, getting the first goal of the game to put his team up 1-0 before the opening period was halfway over. Cockburn tied

Senior volleyball teams first and second in Swan Valley

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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TERM FULL TIME & PART TIME CULTURAL SUPPORT WORKER (CSW) Keewatin Tribal Council Health Department is currently seeking a Cultural Support Worker to provide direct support services to Indian Residential Schools (IRS) Survivors and their families in Northern Manitoba.

Roles and Responsibilities: • Liaise/network with Northern Aboriginal communities and other stakeholders in raising awareness about the Indian Residential School Survivor Assessment (IRSSA) process; • Conduct information sessions, presentations and workshops on the common experience payments process, Independent Assessment Process, Commemoration events, and • Truth and Reconciliation and Commemoration events; • Identify Survivor support needs, provide for these needs and refer as necessary to the appropriate resources as well as existing community services and supports; • Attend hearings, workshops/conferences and other events related to the IRSSA; • Respond to calls from all stakeholders involved in the IRSSA and IRSRHSP; • Prepare activity reports and participate in regular IRS program planning activities; Qualifications: • Applied Counselling Certificate or equivalent education and experience; • Knowledge & sensitivity of each community’s cultural practices; • Knowledge of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (IRSSA) Program • Knowledge of the IRS Survivors and intergenerational impacts; • Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Word, PP, Excel etc.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset • Must have strong Organizational skills and ability to work independently or in a team environment; • Knowledge of the Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) geographical communities and demonstrated respect of the Cree and Dene culture and traditions Additional Requirements: • Possess valid driver’s licence, own or have access to vehicle; • Willingness and ability to travel extensively; • Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required.

Position will be subject to a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal record Check Closing Date: Friday, October 13, 2017 at 4:00PM Late applications will not be accepted Please Forward Resumes to the Attention of: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256 We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS Requests applications from interested individuals with experience, knowledge and capacity in such disciplines as air transportation, aviation, business finance, engineering or other experience which will assist in the management of the affairs of the Corporation as an ongoing, viable, commercial enterprise.

For further information on the role of the Board of Directors please contact: Curtis Ross CEO/President at 677-0723.

Please send a letter of application to Thompson Airport Authority Email: Jaclyn.Cook@fly-yth.ca Fax: 204-778-6477 Submission deadline is October 17, 2017

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things up for Parkland before the first intermission, however, and the Rangers dominated the scoreboard in the second, getting two goals from Luke, one from Koshowski and one from Jaeger Lapointe to lead 5-1 with 20 minutes to play.

One of Luke’s goals and the tally by Lapointe came with the man advantage.

Jamie Valentino scored for the Northstars on the power play early in the third period to round out the scoring in the 5-2 affair.

Shots in the game were 40-29 in favour of the Rangers, who got 27 saves from Campbell. Melsted stopped 35 shots for the Northstars in the loss.

The Northstars, who sit at the bottom of the league standings with the Southwest Cougars, who have an identical 0-5 record, remain at home Oct. 13-14, when they host the Yellowhead Chiefs.

R.D. Parker Collegiate’s varsity volleyball teams finished first and second at their first tournament of the year in Swan River Oct. 6-7, with the boys claiming the championship and the girls finishing as the runner-up.

The boys’ team defeated the Margaret Barbour Collegiate Institute (MBCI) Spartans from The Pas 25-23, 25-12 in the final to claim the tournament title after beating the host Swan Valley Tigers 25-23, 25-17 in the semifinals.

The Trojan boys won three of four matches and seven of 10 sets in the round robin to finish third overall heading into

the playoff round. They beat Flin Flon’s Hapnot Collegiate Institute junior varsity team 25-6, 25-10, the MBCI junior varsity team 25-11, 25-20 and Winnipegosis 25-16, 2512, while splitting 25-11, 22-25 with Swan Valley and falling 24-25, 18-25 to MBCI. In the girls’ tournament, RDPC lost 7-25, 14-25 to Gilbert Plains in the final after beating Swan Valley 25-22, 14-25, 15-9 in the semifinals. The Trojan girls finished first in their pool with a perfect record, winning three matches and six sets. They beat MBCI 2 25-8, 25-5, Hapnot 25-23, 25-13 and Swan Valley 25-10, 25-20 in the round robin.

NOTICE

NOTICE Annual General Meeting 4033515 Manitoba Association Inc., also known as the Thompson Regional Airport Authority will be holding an Annual General Meeting at the Riverlodge Place: Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Time: 6:00PM All attendees must RSVP prior to October 17, 2017 For further information or to RSVP, please contact Ms. Jaclyn Cook at 204-677-0720 or via e-mail at: Jaclyn.Cook@fly-yth.ca

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOOT CARE NURSE

STRENGTHENING FAMILIES MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH COORDINATOR The Keewatin Tribal Council is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong program development skills who will actively work with the member Bands in the planning, development and implementation of the Strengthening Families Maternal Child Health (SF-MCH) & STAR Prevention Program. The SF-MCH and STAR Prevention Program are home visitation, mentoring and case management programs delivering culturally safe and appropriate interventions and support services.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse • Current registration and in good standing with respective regulatory body in the province of Manitoba • Two years recent community nursing experience with emphasis on health education, promotion, prevention and community development • Ability to function effectively with a regional team of health providers is essential • Strong communication skills • Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check to be submitted • Knowledge and respect for the culture, traditions and customs of the local First Nation communities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Must have a valid class 5 Manitoba Drivers’ License at all times and be willing to travel • Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be considered an asset.

A written application including a cover letter, a detailed resume and two (2) letters of reference from previous supervisors should be submitted to:

Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of health and reporting to the Tribal Nursing Officer, the Keewatin Tribal Council Health Department is seeking nurses for the recently announced foot care program. This is a new program focusing on providing foot care service directly within the KTC communities.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse • Current registration and in good standing with respective regulatory body in the province of Manitoba • Graduate of a certified foot care course or willing to obtain on commencing employment • Current BLS certification • Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check to be submitted • Knowledge and respect for the culture, traditions and customs of the local First Nation communities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Must have a valid class 5 Manitoba Drivers’ License at all times and be willing to travel • Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be considered an asset.

A written application including a cover letter, a detailed resume and three (3) letters of reference from immediate supervisors should be submitted to: Closing Date: Friday, October 20, 2017 Please Forward Resumes to the Attention of: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256 Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, Friday, October 20, 2017. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256 Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, Friday October 20, 2017.

We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE, THOMPSON, MB Position:

Regional Family Enhancement Worker – Shamattawa Unit One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – SEASONAL FULL TIME / SHIFT WORK WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF PERMANENT FULL TIME.

The Regional Family Enhancement Worker is responsible to provide children and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system by creating preventive services, creating awareness and education, advocacy and counseling. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of services, develop service plans, coordinate the services needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with Provincial Legislation, Provincial Standards, Awasis Agency Policies & Procedures and specific directives. The incumbent is required to have good interpersonal skills to work with children, families, colleagues and community collaterals.

FOR THE THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will be working with the Shamattawa Unit out of the Thompson Central Office and will be required to travel to the community at the request of the Supervisor.

HELP WANTED

Qualifications: Applicants must have experience operating heavy equipment.

Incumbent must have a valid class 3 driver’s license with the ability to obtain airbrakes. 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. Knowledge in the aviation industry would be an asset. Incumbent must have a clean driver’s abstract record for seven years and provide a clean criminal record check.

Duties: Reporting to the Operation Manager the incumbent must be willing to be deemed proficient and operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment will include trucks, front-end loaders, graders, snow blowers, sweepers and other pieces of equipment. Incumbent must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures. The incumbent will also provide regular maintenance to airport grounds including brush cutting, lawn mowing, painting and minor repairs to buildings and fences as well as assist in road and runway maintenance, assist maintenance staff in various duties as required and operate small equipment and hand tools. The incumbent must be willing to work within and comply with all Transport Canada aviation related safety and security regulations.

Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume how they meet the qualifications of the position.

Incumbent will be subjected to shift work including weekends.

Starting salary is $23.95 per hour. Closing date will be October 27, 2017.

Apply by mail to:

Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 Fax: 204-778-6477 Maggie.Taylor@fly-yth.ca

Qualifications: • BSW Degree with experience in child welfare or • Combination of experience in a related field along with the completion of 2 years and working towards a BSW Degree will be considered • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) is an asset • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution 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 and/or understand 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 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: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Employment equity is a factor in the selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: women, indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Thumper Auto is looking for: • Secretary/Service Writer • Mechanic/Helper Must have experience and a valid driver’s licence.

Drop off resume to Derek in person at 33 Severn Cres.

School District of Mystery Lake FAMILY OUTREACH COORDINATOR OUT OF SCOPE TERM CONTRACT POSITION Start Date: October 2017 End Date: June 30, 2018 Job Posting # AD053117001100 Major Emphasis of Position: 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.

Duties and Responsibilities • Facilitate home visits particularly for those families least connected to the school and whose children are struggling academically, socially and emotionally. Visits are not designed to be assessment of families rather they are relational in nature and specifically designed to be respectful of families’ assets and strengths and to build the home capacity of the family to support the overall well-being and academic and social success of every student.

• Identifying, establishing and coordinating the delivery of workshops, training, academies that support family well-being and capabilities for parental involvement. This can include sessions on child enrichment activities, physical and mental health development, nutrition, supporting school transition, adult learning, foster parent support groups and working with families with children in care.

• Assist school staff, new teachers and guidance counsellor better understands family dynamics and backgrounds to better support student learning as well as help/advocate for families at IEP meetings and making arrangements for speech/physiotherapy referrals for children in the 0-4 age group.

• Develop partnership and connections in the community with agencies, service providers and community supports.

• Support volunteer/work placement requirements for students on probation.

• Work cooperatively with school and divisional administrators to help identify capacity training opportunities for school staff in the areas of culturally and socially responsive practices.

• Identify and establish, coordinate supplemental after school, evening and summer educational programming for underperforming students and to help address summer learning.

• Building networks of volunteers.

• Provide summary reports due in March and July 2018.

• Maintain a close liaison and effective working relationship with district personnel such as the central office administrators, principals, classroom teachers and district personnel.

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

• The coordinator will maintain a trusting and caring relationship with students, parents and families and support them with school and community based opportunities.

Qualifications: A Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent.

Term/Salary of Position: This is a term contract position salary will be based upon qualifications and experience. The start date for position is October 2017 with end date of June 30, 2018. For further information please contact Lorie Henderson, Superintendent of Educational Services at 677-6130.

Please direct applications stating qualifications, experience and at least 3 references by Monday, October 30, 2017 or until position is filled to: Lorie Henderson, Superintendent of Educational Services & Programming School District of Mystery Lake 408 Thompson Drive North, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0X7 Please apply online at www.mysterynet.mb.ca and select Job Centre and/or email lhenderson@mysterynet.mb.ca We thank you for your application however only applicants shortlisted will be contacted.

A cover letter indicating the position applying for, an updated resume and three references can be sent to: Human Resources 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 benefits package to employees We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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RCMP photos 16-year-old Heather Flett, left, and 15-year-old Judith Robinson, right, were last seen in Thompson on Oct. 3, a day before being reported missing.

Thompson RCMP are looking for two females aged 15 and 16 who may have travelled to Winnipeg.

Heather Nancy Flett, 16, who was last seen in Thompson around noon on Oct. 3, and Judith Robinson, 15, who police believe is with Flett and was last seen earlier that morning, were reported missing around noon on Oct. 4.

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Flett is described as Indigenous, 5’8” tall and 163 pounds with hazel-coloured eyes and long brown hair. Robinson is described as Indigenous, 5’4” tall and 122 pounds with brown eyes and long brown hair.

Anyone with information regarding Flett and Robinson’s location are asked to call the Thompson RCMP detachment at 204-677-6911.