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Federal government tells OmniTrax to fix its railway in 30 days or face legal action When it comes to the inactive section of the Hudson Bay Railway (HBR) north of Gillam to the Hudson Bay port town of Churchill, which has been accessible only by air or sea since late May, the parties involved continue to favour words over action.

Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr began the next round of conversation and accusations with an Oct. 13 statement that the federal government was giving railway owner OmniTrax 30 days to begin repairs before launching legal proceedings.

“Since the rail service disruption in late May 2017, the government of Canada has been working towards the restoration of the rail line,” said Carr. “Despite these efforts, OmniTrax Inc., the parent company of the owner and operator responsible for restoring service to the affected communities, has not met its obligations.

As such, today, Transport Canada sent OmniTrax Inc. a notice of default of its agreement, demanding that it complete all railway repairs and resume rail service within 30 days. Failing this, Transport Canada will instruct Justice Canada to file a lawsuit for breach of contract.”

The federal government said in early September that a 2008 contribution agreement required OmniTrax to operate the Hudson Bay Railway until 2029, though the company says the unprecedented flooding that occurred in the spring represents a force majeure, or unforeseeable circumstance, and releases it from fulfi lling the terms of that contract.

OmniTrax Canada president Merv Tweed said in a response to Carr’s statement on the company’s website that it was clear the federal government doesn’t intend to solve the problem of Churchill’s only surface transportation link being cut in any constructive way.

“It appears from their collective indecisiveness, dysfunction and lack of leadership on this critical issue that both Canada

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Alan Spence A Via Rail train being loaded onto a ship for transport out of Churchill. The train had been stuck in the Hudson Bay port town since spring flooding washed out several sections of the Hudson Bay Railway track bed north of Gillam, prompting track owner OmniTrax, which says it does not have money to pay for repairs, to suspend service to Churchill indefinitely. and the province of Manitoba are content to leave Churchill as a remote, fly-in community for the first time in over 100 years,” said Tweed. “While this conflicts with Canada’s stated position on reconciliation with First Nations and with Arc-

tic sovereignty – Churchill is Canada’s only deep-water Arctic port – and its commitment to its more isolated northern communities, our experience since the 200year flood event on May 25 does not suggest there is an appropriate sense of ur-

gency by any governments to rebuild the railroad or transfer the ownership to the First Nations who seek to own it.”

“In mid-May of this year, seeing the snow pack and threatened storm, HBR contacted everyone along

the railway and advised that we were concerned about a catastrophic flood that could compromise the railroad. When the flood came, we immediately informed our regulator of the damage and requested that they come view this dam-

age fi rst hand. Transport Canada declined to personally inspect the damage.

We hired a world leading engineering firm, AECOM, to begin the difficult work of assessing the damage and putting together a repair plan. We informed our stakeholders, the government and the public that we would not be in a position fi nancially to repair or continue to operate the line, and began the process of transitioning the HBR to a First Nations consortium. In early August, we entered into an agreement with Grand Chief Dumas and a new coalition of First Nations buyers. This coalition has the capability to operate the line and ensure it can offer a sustainable link to Churchill and points north. This agreement now hinges on the federal government and its willingness to provide the requisite approvals and financial support.”

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Arlen Dumas, who was chief of Mathias Colomb Cree Nation at the time that it and Missinippi Rail signed a memorandum of understanding on the transfer of OmiTrax’s Manitoba assets to a First Nations-led consortium in December 2016, said in an Oct. 18 statement that threats of legal action might jeopardize the sale of the port and rail line.

“This fl ies in the face of all the good work that has been done so far,” said Dumas. “I see this as a delay tactic. If the government decides to pursue legal action against OmniTrax, it is forcing the communities serviced by the rail line to become fly-in communities if the line doesn’t get fixed.

I believe OmniTrax is also using this as an excuse not to fi x the line, which further punishes our people living along the rail line.

I would like to apologize to the people along the rail line that we still have other interests deciding when we can eat and when we can travel and that our governments still refuse to help.”

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Trudeau could make passenger trains nation builders and unifiers again

BY GREG GORMICK Who is killing Canada’s passenger trains? It can’t be our prime minister.

Since he was a babe in his mother’s arms, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been exposed to the virtues of train travel. That’s thanks to his father, former prime minister Pierre Trudeau, who had a genuine affection and respect for passenger trains. He travelled on and campaigned from them frequently, and his government created Via Rail Canada in 1977.

When the future Prime Minister Trudeau was six months old, his parents took him to visit his grandparents in Vancouver on the aptly named Canadian Pacific Railway flagship, The Canadian. They travelled up the rugged Ottawa Valley, around the rocky rim of Lake Superior, across the rolling prairies

and over the four mountain ranges the CPR conquered in 1885 to earn its reputation as “the wedding band of Confederation.”

He later travelled to the Maritimes with his father and their close friends, future Gov. Gen. Romeo LeBlanc (a railroader’s son) and his son Dominic, who is now MP for Beauséjour.

They rode aboard CN’s Ocean Limited over the railway built as a mandatory requirement of Confederation in 1867.

And when he took his father home to his final resting place in Montreal, it was on a flag-adorned version of The Canadian, operated by the Crown rail passenger corporation his father helped create in 1977.

Trudeau has had train exposure of late, too, including appearances at GO Transit’s Toronto shops and

Montreal’s Central Station to announce funding of urban rail projects.

More signifi cantly, a recent trip carried his family’s passenger train connection to the next generation. On July 30, the prime minister took his daughter EllaGrace from Revelstoke to Calgary aboard the CPR’s Canada 150 Train.

But what of Canada’s passenger trains today?

They are deteriorating rapidly and drastic action is required, especially on Via’s once-great and always-late Canadian. On Sept. 29, Via reported one westbound Canadian was more than six hours late on the prairies and the train that departed Toronto the night before was already three hours late in Northern Ontario. The eastbound sister train was more than nine hours late as it crossed the Manitoba-Ontario border.

This is actually remarkably good performance by today’s Via standards.

Meanwhile, Via headquarters staff in their plush Place Ville Marie offi ces churn out multibillion-dollar dream schemes unlikely to ever materialize and feel-good press releases to paper over the mess. Public money is required to modernize our rail passenger system, but just throwing more bucks into Via’s mink-lined sinkhole isn’t the answer. The government must seriously rethink this hobbled iron horse’s role and craft a rehab plan that outlasts any four-year election cycle. Our elected public servants must be reminded they have only temporary custody of Via on behalf of its true owners – the public.

The problem here isn’t necessarily Trudeau, it’s his advisers. They don’t

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understand that a revitalization of our passenger trains would couple with their endlessly stated devotion to economic stimulus, national unity, regional inclusiveness, tourism development and a national climate change strategy.

All would be boosted by improved rail service and all are hampered by letting Via rot out.

If Trudeau needs affirmation of this, he can just ask any of the six Liberal MPs who possess at least a modicum of appreciation for trains: Andy Fillmore, Geoff Regan, David Graham, Bob Bratina, Ken Hardie and Bob Nault (a former CPR train conductor from Kenora).

Given that so much power rests in the hands of so few on Parliament Hill, Trudeau needs to gather his backroom power brokers for a chat about his very personal rail connections.

Advisers such as Gerald Butts and Katie Telford might then grasp what a

rail renaissance would do for their leader, their government and their careers, especially with mid-term voter discontent rippling across the land. The PM might pass around the many snapshots showing him enjoying the pleasures of passenger trains in his youth and most recently with his daughter.

To fi x our rail passenger system, Trudeau need only act on a view he expressed aboard the CPR’s sesquicentennial train: riding trains reminds us of their role in nation building.

He can reset his government’s signals to make our passenger trains nation builders and unifiers again.

For reasons both personal and practical, he should.

Greg Gormick is a rail analyst and policy adviser whose clients have included VIA, CP, CN and numerous elected offi cials of all political stripes. He currently serves as transportation adviser to Oxford County in Southwestern Ontario.

Greyhound makes changes to ensure space for medical travellers A spokesman for Greyhound says the company has made changes to enable ticket agents in Thompson to see tickets generated in other locations after passengers complained on Facebook about being unable to board a full bus in Wabowden.

Three passengers heading to Winnipeg for medical appointments said they were unable to travel Sept. 27 because the bus was already full in Thompson.

“Many customers travelling for medical appointments travel on warrants that are often generated ahead of their travel date,” said Greyhound senior communications specialist Lanesha Gipson in response to an inquiry from the Nickel Belt News. “Occasionally, customers travelling from Cross Lake have tickets generated in Thompson, and tickets are sometimes sold in advance in Wabowden as well. This may sometimes cause capacity issues. However, the agent in Thompson now has the ability to see tickets that are generated in remote locations such as Wabowden, and can ensure enough seats are secured for those customers.”

“In addition, the warrants issued to customers are flex fare tickets, which allows the date of travel to be changed without penalty so customers have more fl exibility if a medical appointment changes for any reason,” Gipson said. “We are addressing this issue with the northern driver group to ensure customers are travelling with tickets that are the correct date and time to prevent capacity issues.”

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Man hit by car and killed after slipping on roadside ice A 46-year-old man died in South Indian Lake Oct. 14 when he slipped on ice and fell into the road, where he was struck by a car.

Leaf Rapids RCMP were called to Anderson Road just before 10 p.m. on Saturday. Their investigation determined that the man had been walking beside the road when he slipped and was hit. Visibility was poor at the time and road conditions were slippery due to recent snowfall, the police said. The collision was reported by the 64-year-old female driver of the car that struck the man and RCMP say alcohol and speed were not contributing factors.

An RCMP forensic collision reconstructionist is assisting the ongoing investigation.

Police seek missing Pukatawagan man Pukatawagan RCMP are asking for information regarding the location of Warren Curtis Hart, who was reported missing Oct. 13.

Hart, who goes by the fi rst name of Curtis, is 28 years old and described as Indigenous, 5’11” tall and approximately 150 pounds with short black hair. Pukatwagan RCMP have not been able to confirm when

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THOMPSON COMMUNITY FUTURES NORTH CENTRAL DEVELOPMENT will be hosting the 9th annual Artists, Crafters and Small Business Expo 10 am - 3 pm on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at the TRCC Gymnasium. If you would like to register for a table, please call Dennis Green or Tammy Cober 204-677-1490. Space is limited.

SCOUTS THOMPSON AGM takes place 7 pm October 26 in the Burntwood School library. All are welcome to attend, especially those interested in helping our small group of dedicated volunteers. We are currently looking for volunteers to become active members of our Group Committee.

FREE SENIORS CURLING. Wednesdays, starting October 18 from 1 - 3 pm. Contact Wally at 204-778-7270 for more info.

CWL ANNUAL CRAFT SALE. Saturday, November 18, 10 am - 3 pm at the St. Lawrence Hall. No admission fee.

Crafts, art, raffl es, baking, pie auction. Come for a chili & bun lunch. To rent tables call Hedi at 677-1086 or Cindy Billiaert at 679-7517.

HUMANE SOCIETY IS IN NEED and would greatly appreciate the following: kitty litter, wet & dry cat & dog food, treats & bones, paper towels, Javex and old towels.

Donations can be dropped off at 27 Nelson Road Monday - Friday, 3 - 5 pm. Phone 204-778-3513.

ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING are important first steps when making career or educational decisions. The YWCA Assessment Centre can help you begin. We offer an assortment of high quality assessments for adults interested in upgrading, making career choices or preparing for the GED exam. The YWCA Assessment Centre offers a full range of Career Development Services FREE of charge. For more information or to make an appointment call 204-778-1208.

PRENATAL CLASSES are a great way to meet other new parents and learn about the birthing process, breastfeeding and skills needed in caring for your newborn baby. The Northern Regional Health Authority provides free evening classes every other month from September 2017 until May 2018. All classes are facilitated by a Public Health Nurse.

Call PHN Angela at (204) 778-1550 or assistant Chantelle at (204) 677-5382 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.

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 Wendy at 204-778-7841 for information.

DO YOU HAVE A DISABILITY? Are you looking for employment or work experience and have a disability?

The Thompson Supported Employment Program (TSEP) provides a comprehensive variety of quality employment services to persons with disabilities as well as acting as a resource to local progressive employers. For more information or to book an appointment: contact Thompson Supported Employment Program at 204-677-8322.

BABIES BEST START Nutrition program for pregnant women and new moms (Post-natal new moms Wednesdays 1:30 - 3:30 pm. Pregnant moms (pre-natal) Thursday 1:30 - 3:30 pm. High school Tuesday 12 pm - 1:10 pm. Phone 204-677-4431. 125 Commercial Place, Thompson.

he was last seen but it has been more than a week.

Anyone with information on Hart can call Pukatawagan RCMP at 204553-2342 or Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.

Tips can also be submitted securely online at www. manitobacrimestoppers. com or by texting “TIPMAN” plus a message to CRIMES (274637).

Pukatawagan RCMP received a report Oct. 13 that 28-yearold Warren Curtis Hart hasn’t been seen for more than a week.

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Federal government settling Sixties Scoop lawsuits The federal government announced Oct. 6 that is committing up to $800 million towards settling a class action suit relating to the Sixties Scoop, the period from the 1960s to 1980s when Indigenous children were taken from their families by child welfare authorities and placed in foster care or adopted out to non-Indigenous families.

The agreement-in-principle between the government and the plaintiffs includes up to $50 million for the establishment of a foundation to provide education, healing, wellness and commemoration activities for communities and people to help ensure that First Nations, Métis and Inuit languages and culture are preserved in ways that complement government programs. Another $500 to $750 million will go towards individual compensation for status Indians and Inuit who were affected by the Sixties Scoop.

There is also $75 million dedicated to paying legal fees associated with the settlement.

“The Sixties Scoop was

a dark and painful chapter in Canada’s history,” said Minister of CrownIndigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Carolyn Bennett in a press release.

“The survivors have identifi ed the loss of language and culture, and therefore their identity, as the greatest harm. The creation of a foundation will directly address the need for survivors to claim a secure personal cultural identity.”

“I’m encouraged by the announcement of the settlement, and that it signifies a first step towards a lasting justice for the victims of the Sixties Scoop, many of whom came from our MKO First Nations,” said Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Grand Chief North Wilson in an Oct. 6 press release.

“On behalf of the MKO leadership and the 73,000 citizens across the MKO territory in Northern Manitoba, I acknowledge Minister Bennett and the government’s efforts to reach a settlement out of court related to the multiple class action lawsuits launched and certifi ed over the last

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several years over the Sixties Scoop. We have a very large population base in MKO territory, and the Sixties Scoop practice certainly affected many of our families and tore children away from not only their families and homes but also from their languages and cultures. As a result of the disconnect many of the disenfranchised Sixties Scoop victims have no sense of identity, have turned to unhealthy coping mechanisms and will never return to their home communities or be reunited with their families. Although measures included in the $800 million settlement for direct

compensation are a positive step towards reconciliation between Canada and First Nations, we still have too many Indigenous children being apprehended in Manitoba. Manitoba remains the jurisdiction with the highest child apprehension rates in the world, and we must hold the different level of government accountable for properly resourcing our Indigenous child protection agencies and for ensuring that the underlying causes of ongoing child apprehension in Manitoba are meaningfully addressed in partnership with the MKO First Nations.”

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Bart Kobar – pioneer of the north My Take on Snow Lake editor@undergroundpress.ca Marc Jackson Bart Kobar was a pioneer, a mine fi nder and a giant among contemporaries in the early days of the rich and storied history of the Herb and Snow lake mining camps.

He was born Oct. 29, 1923 and raised in the nowabandoned community of Herb Lake; he grew up in and around the culture of mining. As a teenager, he worked summer stints as a mucker at the Laguna Mine, for Boyle Brothers on the Nor-Acme Gold Mine property, as well as briefly at Herb Lake’s Ferro Mine. In the fall and winter he trapped and fished commercially with his father, eventually running his own dog team and trapline. In his early years he worked as a diamond driller, shaft miner, dragline operator, mine manager and construction foreman. Later, he was a hotelier and businessman in addition to the one trade he loved best and held throughout his life … that of a prospector.

It was his love of prospecting trade that first

brought him to Snow Lake, and it was his experience as a mine fi nder that brought him back to the community in May 1993 to address a local meeting of the CIM (Canadian Institute of Mining) During his 40-minute presentation, he touched on his early days in the area, his staking and optioning of the Osborne Lake orebody, and his Manitoba Marble property. He also answered questions on these subjects and more.

Kobar began by stating how good it was to be back in Snow Lake and recalled when he first came through the area, noting it was a just a junction spot on the map.

“There was no community, but the Rex (later the Laguna) and Bingo were operating,” Kobar began with a chuckle. He gave a bit of the history on Herb Lake’s Rex/Laguna and then talked about his association with Frank Smith, who was at that time the man in charge of the mine. “He was looking for more ore, so I went on many prospecting ventures with him,” said Kobar.

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Linda Butler Bart Kobar at Herb Lake Landing circa 2000.

“As a kid that suited me to a tee, running through the bush tracing rock.”

He also talked of his trips up and down the lake with the likes of Pete Durand, who ran a large passenger/ freight boat and the MacDonald brothers who had a ferry and barge service.

The boats would run from the south end of Wekusko to the Laguna … a distance of 12 miles. They carried people, freight, and in the MacDonalds’ case, their “Big Black Barge,” which ferried coal (approximately 35 tons). Kobar said it was all loaded by hand and a round trip to the Laguna would take close to 10 hours. His wage for a round trip: one dollar!

Later, Kobar said, his father and uncle were working a gold showing near “Crowduck Narrows” on Wekusko Lake and discovered a lithium deposit in 1931. After a fair amount of trenching and other work, they optioned the property to Sherritt Gordon in 1942. At that time they tied on several more claims for Sherritt Gordon (1,500-square-foot claims in those days), which meant a lot of line cutting and blazing for the younger Kobar.

That fall, they also staked

the Squall Lake deposit and optioned it, also to Sherritt Gordon. They did a limited amount of drilling and some magnetometer work, but dropped the option. RJ Jowsey Interests promptly picked up the option, formed Squall Lake Gold Mines, and later did 85,000 ft. of diamond drilling, blocking out close to 500,000 tons of minable ore.

Kobar also addressed a legend based around fellow prospector Billy Todd and his phantom rich gold find in the Wekusko area. Todd was a trapper in the Kinisota Falls area of the Grass River. He operated out of Wabowden, but frequented Herb Town. During one winter, he came off the trapline with a mass of gold samples.

Within the rock was blue coloured quartz that caught everyone’s attention. It was of course assumed that the samples were picked up on Todd’s trapline. However, the following spring, Todd was found drowned in the mouth of Kinisota Falls.

When the story of Todd’s fi nd got out, it started a staking rush. “There were prospectors and people from miles around looking for this bonanza,” said Kobar. “It lasted for about five seasons, but finally petered

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out.”

Kobar’s father and uncle spent several summers on the same wild goose chase.

He related how north of the big bend in the Grass River, they came upon a huge pegmatite hill, loaded with tourmaline crystals, which carried a half per cent tin. “But what could you do with tin … in those days, anyway?”

Kobar asked rhetorically.

Some distance from this find they came across two dykes of spodumene burrow, which was later assayed to carry cesium. Again Kobar asked, “What could you do with it?” Nothing ever came from Todd’s gold find … but many felt it was out there waiting.

Another journey took the Kobars from Herb Lake to Osborne Lake by canoe.

From there, he and his dad walked with their packs for six days to Smith Creek, again on the big bend of the Grass River. They were picked up by boat for the return jaunt. “A long hard trip of breaking rock and taking samples,” is how Kobar described it. He did many such trips, noting in those days that was the way of life.

Over the years, the Kobars worked and staked the Herb Bay/Herb Lake/Osborne Lake/Berry Bay fault zone, also the area currently known as the “Kobar fault zone.” They later optioned the Osborne Lake zone to RJ Jowsey, who dropped it after some initial exploration work. Noranda then came in and had a look at the trenches. “Their geologist gave us a lecture for a whole hour,” said Kobar.

“Telling us that looking for a base metal deposit in this area, we must have rocks in our heads. He wound up with the conclusion that the glacier came through and scooped 800-1,000 feet of surface rock out of this country and that if we did find anything, it would only be the bottom of an ore zone. So this wasn’t very encouraging to us as prospectors,” Kobar said with a smile. He added that the Noranda Geologist didn’t even take any samples … just left.

They then had Britannia Mines look at the property, but they were winding up operations in Manitoba and the interest just wasn’t there. Undeterred, the Kobars moved a drill close to 20 miles by canoe, from Herb Lake to Osborne, and with it hit a mineralized zone about 60 feet wide; however, not of commercial grade. Nevertheless, Kobar contacted HBM&S’s exploration guru Albert Kaufman. After some sam-

pling and some of his own electromagnetic work, Kaufman liked the property and optioned it for the company.

They too drilled the property and one hole cut the Osborne zone at the 400foot level. “And that was the start of the Osborne Lake mine,” said Kobar. “This is all history … the mine is closed down, Kaufman is gone, my partners are all gone too, but there is a lesson to be learned here as to how easy it is to miss an orebody.”

From this early staking work, Kobar said he was the only one left in the land of the living. He said that he still held one claim in the silver/lead group, having dropped all the rest. It holds about 60,000 tons of silver/ lead/zinc and copper ore of commercial grade, situated approximately five miles from the Stall Concentrator.

“We have tried on several occasions to make a deal with HBM&S, but somehow it always gets put on the back burner,” Kobar said.

“I even offered to deliver the ore to the Stall Concentrator at my own expense and cut out the custom smelting deal … just pay me a fair price for the ore. But it still hasn’t come to a head.”

Kobar then related how his current focus was on industrial stone and his marble deposit, 40 miles from Snow Lake at the junction of #39 Highway at Wekusko Siding. He said there was unlimited volume that he quantifi ed as 100 years of operation and that the grade had been certifi ed by the University of Manitoba. To prove the blocks wouldn’t shatter after cutting them into slabs, he took a 10-ton block down to Milwaukee Marble and had it slabbed and polished one side. “We started out cutting 26 slabs, one inch thick, measuring five feet wide by 10 feet long and we never lost one,” he said. “This proves the stone is good quality, as there were no rejects. Some of the geologists around said if you cut that block, it’ll all shatter; you might get two slabs out of the whole block.

The proof of the pudding is in eating it, I guess.”

It was at this point that he ended his presentation, taking a number of questions, prior to being presented with a plaque made with a sample of Osborne Lake Mine ore.

Bart Kobar passed away on Sept. 30, 2003 at St. Paul’s Personal Care Home in The Pas, Manitoba, at the age of 79.

In recognition of his contributions to prospecting in the North, he had two lakes and a fault named after him.

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Forgiveness is grace, not licence to fear From my childhood days I remember my mom taking me hand-in-hand to go shopping in the city centre.

As the man of the journey I would hold on to her handbag tightly, protecting it from purse snatchers while she herself was my safety in the middle of the city from where I had no idea how to get back home. She would look at the windows of women’s clothing stores for a considerable time. You can imagine what a boring time that was for a sixyear-old boy. But I loved to stay in front of the window of the largest toys store of that time. An excitement would stir my soul as we get closer to the toy store window. No time spent there was sufficient. Then there was the pain of leaving and the disappointment of leaving without buying all the store…

In life we meet with toys that give pleasure, peace or

excitement and we are all drawn to them. Quite often we think we know what we need to feel happy, fulfilled and safe. Then there are times of vagueness and the unknown future, which can be quite stressful. You either need to be in control of the situation or your mom or dad must be holding your hand for you to feel safe.

When we are not in control, fear and anxiety raise their heads to trouble our soul. At those times, comfort through our toys is temporary and ineffective.

Fear and anxiety push us to take charge and create reality to put us back in control by using familiar tools.

The ultimate reality has already been created by God for us by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus Himself gives the right to become children of God to all those who believe in Him and

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Pastor Murat Kuntel receive Him as their Lord and Saviour. By our faith in Jesus, God becomes our Father. Holding His hand is our safety. I call Him my Lord, my Daddy.

You enter the unknown future by holding His hand.

Life turns into a playground. Your Father has toys and His tools for you to play with. Unknown immediate future remains, but your Father’s holding hand also remains with you. You are free to hold onto His hand or to run free to do your own things.

It is when you do your

own thing away from the Father, that bullies jump on you and you are afraid.

Some people make a big mistake right at that moment. What they need to do is in faith to rush back to the love and safety of their Father. They must be grabbing His hand to dwell in His peace giving presence and allow Him in total submission to carry them on through this time.

But not everybody does that. Instead some do what seems right to their mind and they say, “God forgives me; He is God of grace, He

understands my fear.” Then they act as if forgiveness of God is licence to fear and out of fear they attack what is bullying them by whatever suits their mind until fear is gone because now, they have created a new reality and they feel they are in control.

So, some of them attempt to create reality through violence. Violence can occur verbally, physically, sexually or financially. Others choose to create reality by not telling the truth, in other words, they lie.

Perhaps they are fooled to think that their Father who they choose to believe will not likely hold their hands in this problem, but will quickly forgive them when they, out of distrust of Him, take it into their hands.

When the light appears, things turn sour for them.

Tools of darkness do not belong to our Father, they are the tools of our enemy.

Those who leaned on such tools become bitter and are disappointed in God as to why He did not protect them.

Forgiveness is an act of grace of our Father God. The proper response to God’s forgiveness is a heart of devout love of God, a loyal and grateful heart of determined faith lived in submissive obedience. Eternal life must be embraced by eternally firm faith always eager to hold the hand of our loving Father. Only in Him and by His hand is safety, peace and inner joy.

Our God is not a fool but God of second chances for all fools which includes all of us. The love and sincere repentance of devout and thirsty hearts are always welcomed with great joy by our Father in heaven.

Murat Kuntel is the pastor of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church.

Wab Kinew proof that Manitoba can work for everyone

BY BRIAN GIESBRECHT SENIOR FELLOW FRONTIER CENTRE FOR PUBLIC POLICY

The dust has still not settled after Wab Kinew was elected as the new leader of Manitoba’s New Democratic Party.

He has admitted to past indiscretions, but revelations of a domestic violence charge from some years ago gave rise to a flurry of negative comments from political commentators.

Some hinted at a double standard based on the fact that Kinew is Indigenous.

Senator Murray Sinclair waded into the fray, suggesting that Kinew was being unfairly hounded by the media precisely because he is Indigenous. The senator compared the situation to the case of Clarence Thomas, an African-American judge. Judge Thomas was – according to some – treated particularly harshly by the media simply because of his race.

It wasn’t over yet. The lawyer for a former NDP member who had been ousted by the party over sexual impropriety allegations informed the media that there was, in fact, a double standard, but not the one suggested by the

Brian Giesbrecht senator: according to the lawyer his client had received much harsher treatment than did Kinew.

For his part, Kinew disagreed with the senator.

He said that he had not been unfairly treated by the media, and he assured the public that he had dealt with his issues and they were now behind him.

I have no opinion on the issue of Kinew’s past, and I don’t know enough about

his political positions to offer an opinion on them either. I only know Kinew as a voice I listened to and enjoyed on CBC Radio, and from his reputation as an intelligent and articulate person.

Regardless of the controversy, the fact that an Indigenous person is now the leader of Manitoba’s main opposition party, and a possible premier of the province, is very good news

indeed.

Although Manitoba is very small province compared to the United States, Wab Kinew’s election to the leadership of the NDP is every bit as significant to us as the day when Barack Obama was sworn in as the first African-American president in the U.S. Canada’s Indigenous people have been treated very badly for much of our history.

The fact that an Indigenous man – and one who is proud of his heritage – is now in a position of power, is a strong indication that the province (and perhaps our country) has turned a corner.

Not to slight judges, senators and bureaucrats, but they were chosen by the government. And, although we have had Indigenous MLAs and MPs, as well as premiers who were Metis, Kinew is the first Indigenous party leader in a province. If elected premier, he will have convinced the majority of people of all ethnic backgrounds that he is entitled to be their leader.

For his part, Kinew has proudly stated that he is a Canadian who wants to work on behalf of all Canadians. Once election time comes, the fact that he is Indigenous will be just an

interesting fact.

Wab Kinew can now be seen by everyone – and particularly by young Manitobans – as proof that this province can work for everyone.

Welcome, Mr. Kinew.

Brian Giesbrecht is a retired judge and senior fellow with Frontier Center for Public Policy. © 2017 Distributed by Troy Media

THE TOWN OF LYNN LAKE Notice of 2018 Board of Revision

Pursuant to Section 41 of the Municipal Assessment Act, NOTICE is hereby given that the 2018 Assessment Rolls for the Town of Lynn Lake will be open for inspection starting October 13, 2017 at Town Office, 503 Sherritt Avenue during normal office hours Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The public is also advised that the Board of Revision will sit to hear applications for revision on: DATE: November 14, 2017 TIME: 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: Town Office, 503 Sherritt Avenue A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage in possession of property under subsection 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to a) liability to taxation; b) amount of assessed value; c) classification of property; or d) refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

An application for revision must: a) Be in writing; b) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; c) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and grounds for each of those matters; d) Be filed by delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office above or by serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board.

The final date on which the Secretary of the Board must receive applications is October 30, 2017.

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Third-annual Jamming for Jackets employs music to make a difference

BY KYLE DARBYSON KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Over the last couple years, the people behind the Jamming for Jackets fundraiser have shone a light on Thompson’s most vulnerable citizens through music.

This year’s line-up of classic rock, folk and hip-hop acts at the Juniper Centre Oct. 12 drew a decently sized crowd, who contributed a total of $502 in donations, 85 winter jackets, 61 pairs of ski pants and three bags of non-perishable food items.

According to event organizer Josh Deschambeault, the funds raised during this year’s event will be donated to the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, the YWCA and the Thompson homeless shelter.

Outside of showcasing the talents of Northern Manitoba acts like the Richard Farrow Band, the Average Joes and A Rebel Named Riel, this fundraiser also featured a number of guest speakers who talked about poverty, addiction and homelessness, and how

those issues impact the local community, especially during winter.

Thompson Coun. Blake Ellis mentioned that, as of February 2016, the local homeless population sat at 118 people, with 30 of those individuals still needing shelter.

Speaker Cynthia Lathlin, representing the Northern Regional Health Authority, mentioned that Indigenous peoples are vastly over-represented in this group, with some studies suggesting that they use shelters at a rate 10 times higher than the general population.

Thursday’s fundraiser also featured a short speech from a localresident known as “Smiling” Tommy, who talked about how years of alcohol abuse lead him down a dark path of addiction and violence.

However, today Tommy said that he wants to turn his life around and is dedicated to nonviolence and becoming a productive member of society.

“I’m really proud of myself. What I’m doing

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Over the past three

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KTC remembers residential school survivors

Keewatin Tribal Council volunteers serve pancakes, waffles and sausages to kick-off their own Orange Shirt Day celebration Oct. 16. others who are still reeling from the legacy of residential schools.

“When you look on the streets of Thompson, for example, a lot of the people who attended these schools are on

the street,” she said. “A lot of our people that attended residential schools outnumber every statistic in Canada in terms of suicides, in terms of poverty, in terms of the justice system.”

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Orange Shirt Day is the brainchild of residential school survivor Phyllis Webstad, who established the annual day of remembrance back in 2013. The event’s title stems from Webstad’s own experience in 1973, when school

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Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) remembered residential school survivors in their own way Oct. 16 at St. Lawrence Hall, a couple weeks after Orange Shirt Day Sept. 30 This Monday morning event started out with a free pancake breakfast and eventually graduated into a candlelight vigil and a walk through Thompson’s downtown core.

A variety of guest speakers provided their own unique perspectives on Canadian residential schools, a system that took around 150,000 Indigenous children away from their families.

Philip Michel attended two of these schools in his lifetime—one in The Pas and another in Winnipeg—and he told the crowd gathered at St. Lawrence Hall that his experience there was “pretty rough” and “traumatic.”

On top of students being taken away from their families at a young age, Michel said the school administrators did not create an environment that allowed for healthy emotional development.

“At the schools there was no love. Nobody gave you a hug. Nothing. All of that was missing. You suffered on your own.”

As a result, Michel said he and his fellow students developed injuries that couldn’t be seen on the surface.

“We were injured spiritually and emotionally,” he said.

“We all looked normal when we came home in the summer time … we just didn’t act normal.”

Fellow speaker Glen Tsses-

saze revealed that these emotional scars had a ripple effect on his childhood and Canada’s future Indigenous population as a whole. While Tssessaze never stepped foot inside one of these institutions as a student, his father attended Guy Hill Indian Residential School and carried that baggage with him well into his role as a father.

“When I was growing up, my dad wasn’t emotionally there for me. He didn’t talk about himself. It was all superfi cial, on the surface.

He never talked about real issues or feelings,” he said.

“As a result, I grew up very self-conscious, insecure, and I kind of didn’t like being in public. I was ashamed of myself.”

While Tssessaze said he’s in a much better place right now, KTC clinical therapist Mary Azure-Laubmann revealed that there are countless

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Hawks soar past Wolves in bantam AAA action

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The bantam AAA Norman Wolves were back on home ice at the C.A. Nesbitt Arena Oct. 14-15 but were no match for the visiting Winnipeg Hawks who skated to a 12-3 victory in the weekend’s first game and a 13-3 triumph the next day.

Justin Lies had all three of the Wolves’ goals Oct. 14, scoring once in the second period and twice in the third, recording a power play, shorthanded and evenstrength goal in the process. However, he was outdone by the Hawks’ Connor Roulette , who scored four times, including the first goal of the game in the fi rst minute of play, back-to-back goals in the second period and the final goal of the game with 20 seconds left to play. Trent Thorsteinson had a pair of goals for Winnipeg, while Logan Clarke, Tyson Smith, Dawson Pasternak, Kolden Schwenzer and Kyle Follhoffer added singles.

Hayden Linklater made 10 saves on 18 shots in Norman’s net in 27:26 of playing time while Odin Church stopped 14 of 18 in the remaining 32:34. Dominic Jacobson saved four of six shots for the Hawks in 20 minutes while Cole Plowman allowed one goal on 10 shots against in 40 minutes of play to pick up the win.

Lies had a goal for the Wolves again Oct. 15, with Chase Bertholet and Conroy Halcrow getting the others. Roulette, Smith, James Chatyrbok and Rory Neill each had two goals for the Hawsk, while Cameron Krawchuk, Pasternak, Schwenzer and Ryland Kuczek notching singles. Jacobson stopped 12 of 15 shots in the Hawks’ net for the win, while Plowman saved the only shot he faced in 20 minutes of playing time in the third period.

Church stopped 20 of 32 shots in the Wolves’ net before being replaced by Linklater, who stopped five of six, with 11:13 to play.

Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham Bantam AAA Norman Wolves goaltender Odin Church made 34 saves in portions of two losses to the Winnipeg Hawks in Thompson Oct. 14-15.

Congratulations to Order of Thompson recipient Tom O’Brien MLA Report kelly.bindle.mla.office@gmail.com

Kelly Bindle I want to congratulate Tom O’Brien for receiving this year’s Order of Thompson award at last

week’s Thompson Community Foundation fall gala, in recognition of his long-lasting contributions

to Thompson and Northern Manitoba. Northerners appreciate his continued volunteerism and dedication to improving and promoting our region, and we all benefit from his efforts – as well as those of all the past recipients and nominees of the award. Thanks to the members and volunteers with the Thompson Community Foundation and to all who attended, because funds raised through the gala are going into helping

the community.

Northerners continue to benefit from the knowledge of elite wolf and polar bear biologists and experts who came from across Canada, the U.S. and Russia this week to participate in the second International Wolf and Carnivore Conference in Thompson. This was an important opportunity for experts to share ideas and fi ndings from studies of wild populations, understand the effects of climate

change and promote northern conservation and sustainable development. I thank everyone involved for making this event possible, and for highlighting our region’s unique position as a northern hub to the world.

Our government is listening to Northern Manitobans as we prepare our province’s next budget. I saw strong attendance and participation while hosting pre-budget public consul-

tations in The Pas this week, along with Finance Minister Cameron Friesen and Swan River MLA Rick Wowchuk. Many stakeholders presented ideas and perspectives on the control of marijuana use, on balancing the budget and on sustaining health care from a northern perspective. Our government encourages everyone to participate by visiting www.ManitobansMakingChoices.ca and filling out the online survey.

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BY ERIC WESTHAVER FLIN FLON REMINDER

A proposal by the Nunavut territorial government could see a winter road connect the territory to Northern Manitoba.

The proposal, which was discussed at Nunavut Legislative Assembly in Iqaluit on Sept. 14, would link the territory to the Manitoba winter road system at Tadoule Lake.

An existing winter road connects Tadoule Lake with several other communities in Manitoba, including Brochet and Lynn Lake.

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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.

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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 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 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

Fund last month, with the goal of improving existing infrastructure in the territory.

The territorial government is also aiming to receive funds from Infrastructure Canada to build the road.

“Funding under that would be a considerable amount,” said Nunavut MLA Monica Ell-Kanayuk.

During the legislative session, Nunavut premier Peter Taptuna said some Northern Manitoban communities had supported the idea.

“Through the Hudson Bay roundtable, we do have specific discussions and through that organization we know that North-

ern Manitoba supports the winter road, an all-weather road eventually, to connect Northern Manitoba to the Kivalliq region. That’s always a possibility,” said Nunavut premier Peter Taptuna.

Taptuna also wrote a letter to Manitoba’s legislative assembly to gauge interest of building a road link between Nunavut and the province. ”The winter road would be a boon to your northern economy,” wrote Nunavut premier Peter Taptuna in a letter to Manitoba’s legislature last month.

“It will provide the only transportation corridor from Nunavut to the rest of Canada and it will cre-

ate seasonal employment and business opportunities for business and northerners in Manitoba and Nunavut,” wrote Taptuna.

A previous proposal to build a winter road to Churchill was altered after overland flooding damaged the rail line that runs to the town earlier this year.

In 2012, a proposal to build an all-weather road between Rankin Inlet and the community of Sundance was dropped.

The proposed road was estimated to cost more than $1 billion and would have taken an estimated 15 years of construction to complete.

National park proposal not a concern for mining company Head of prospectors’ association fearful potential mines would be lost JONATHON NAYLOR FLIN FLON REMINDER

A proposed park covering a vast swath of Northern Manitoba may not impede a potential copper mine, but the project is raising alarm bells over other mines that might never be found.

In its latest budget, the federal government revived a long-dormant proposal to establish the Manitoba Lowlands National Park on the northwest shores of Lake Winnipeg.

While the borders of the park could change, existing boundaries fall about 90 kilometres away from the potential Tower mine. “[The park] would never impact it,” said Ken Lapierre, president and CEO of Rockcliff Copper Corp., which has a royalty claim on the Tower property.

The Tower property, located about 120 km southsoutheast of Snow Lake, hosts a potential copper mine that could open as early as 2018, pending favourable results from a feasibility study.

Lapierre said he has no concerns relating to other Rockcliff projects, including the highly touted Tal-

bot deposit about 75 km due south of Snow Lake.

Talbot is on option from Hudbay.

Ruth Bezys, president of the Manitoba Prospectors and Developers Association (MPDA), is deeply troubled by the park proposal.

She estimated the potential parkland hosts hundreds of mineral claims, many of which are older deposits being taken up by companies now conducting exploration.

Bezys said while mining is allowed in provincial parks – as is the case with Hudbay’s Reed mine outside Flin Flon – it is forbidden in national parks.

“Our North needs development,” she said. “If you put a federal park in, you will sterilize mining in that area.”

Bezys worries the project would not only impact claims within park boundaries, but also create a chilling effect on mining and exploration across the province.

Others such as Ron Thiessen, executive director of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society Manitoba Chapter, applaud the concept of the park.

He told the Winnipeg Free Press in May that the lowlands region is valuable in terms of Indigenous culture and the environment.

At 4,400 square kilometres, the proposed northeastern Manitoba park would cover an area nine times larger than Winnipeg.

Under the boundaries currently proposed, about half of the park would be situated inside the triangle formed on a map between The Pas, Norway House and Grand Rapids.

The other half would lie south of Grand Rapids.

Parks Canada told the Free Press the boundaries are negotiable and that early discussions have begun with provincial offi cials about the feasibility of the project.

Bezys said MPDA has voiced its opposition to the Manitoba government, which she said can legally refuse any federal attempt to create the park.

She said she is tired of mining being portrayed as an “evil” industry from a bygone era, adding it provides important revenue to government programs.

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Careers

School District of Mystery Lake CAREER DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (.50) Posting #AD101717001023 The primary responsibility of the Career Development Coordinator is to assist school and district personnel with the promotion of the Senior Years Apprenticeship Option, and to assist in developing and strengthening connections between school/district and local business/industry. The Career Development Coordinator reports to the Superintendent of Educational Services and Programming.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Facilitate Senior Years Apprenticeship program awareness, promotion and public relations, including the high school apprenticeship program (HSAP).

• Develop a Career Development Plan focus on 5/6, 7/8, 9-12 to be implemented during the 2017-2018 school year.

• Identify trade and industry partners to engage in school/ community presentations.

• Work with industry partners to ensure program implementation.

• Responsible for coordinating and overseeing student apprenticeship practicum placements.

• Act as the primary point of contact for apprenticeship opportunities.

• Liaise with secondary, post-secondary education, apprenticeship, government and appropriate district staff.

• Assist in the implementation of programs and projects that promote the apprenticeship option.

• Facilitate opportunities for school personnel to collaborate with other school divisions in the province to share programming ideas.

• Advise schools of funding, program supports and provide assistance with grant proposals.

• Serve as a liaison for the high school and be knowledgeable in the needs of our community.

• Monitor, report and advise on programs; initiate research, track student and business/industry participation.

• Partner with organizations and agencies outside of the District to identify and coordinate professional development training.

• Develop links with the local community agencies in order to provide consistent and complementary services to students.

• Conduct relationships with representatives of the Department of Education, Apprenticeship Manitoba and other provincial, federal, municipal, private and community based agencies as are necessary to the accomplishment of his/her function.

• Develop and maintain close working relationships with parent/ guardians, and district staff working at all levels within the organizations as necessary to the performance of his/her function.

• Other duties may be assigned from time to time that are consistent with the role.

The successful candidate will have: • Red Seal Certifi cation in a Vocational fi eld (automotive, heavy duty mechanic, industrial/millwright mechanic, carpentry or related experience.

• Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Arts Degree will be an asset.

• Background in economic, community and workforce development.

• Demonstrated experience working with students and apprentices in trade related fields.

• Experience and design of educational programs related to career development.

• Demonstrated experience with establishing industry relationships in order to connect students and recent graduates with potential employers.

• Ability to coordinate and prioritize in an environment where there are multiple stakeholders.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills and able to work with minimum supervision.

• Ability to work cooperatively with students, staff and school administration.

• Profi ciency with MS Excel, Word, Access and Microsoft Project.

• A valid driver’s license and vehicle.

• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

This position is an out of scope one year term commencing on October 31, 2017 – October 31, 2018. The successful candidate’s compensation package will include a competitive salary and offi ce space. Please direct applications stating qualifi cations, experience, at least 3 references and by Friday, October 27, 2017 to: Lorie Henderson, Superintendent of Educational Services & Programming School District of Mystery Lake, 408 Thompson Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0C5 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.

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Railway no longer commercially viable, says OmniTrax Continued from Page 10 Wayne Wouters is continuing to facilitate discussions between concerned parties and that the federal government hopes recent developments will speed the process of a potential transfer of ownership.

“I am encouraged by the significant breakthrough towards an agreement between Missinippi Rail and One North to created a unifi ed group as a potential buyer,” said Carr.

“I am optimistic that the partnership can develop a viable, sustainable business plan towards owning and operating the line.

Their collective interest in regional ownership and focus on long-term sustainable operations represents an important step towards ensuring viable transportation in the years to come.”

The federal government said it was also preparing for challenges that may crop up before the longterm goal of restoring rail services is achieved.

“The government of Canada continues to make concerted efforts to ensure the safety and security of the people in Churchill and other communities along the Hudson Bay Rail line,” said Carr. “These efforts pertain to food affordability, fuel resupply and stor-

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Our top priority remains the safety and well-being of residents impacted by the service disruption.”

Tweed countered that the federal government’s words regarding Churchill have not matched its actions.

“The transfer of the HBR, as well as the repair, requires government resources,” he said. “The federal government said it would help and it has not helped. In fact, it has stood in the way of both the transfer and the repair. We are distraught over today’s statement, not because of our commercial interests – our commercial interests were washed away with the fl ood – but because of what it means to our employees, our stakeholders and our communities along the HBR.” A document on OmniTrax’s website details a temporary repair plan that could result in restricted service being restored and take only about a month to complete, according to AECOM, which prepared the report.

The plan would consist of basic temporary repairs and full temporary repairs to restore 25 washout locations north of Amery, where rail service has been suspended since late May, and cost about $5 to $10 million.

“Once these temporary repairs are completed, the line could be reopened for very restricted service until the full plan to perform permanent repairs is completed in 2018,” the report says.

The cost of returning the rail line to safe and operable condition for light loaded trains was estimated at $43.5 million in an August report by AECOM, and would have taken 60 days to complete. Had those repairs been started in September, AECOM predicted that some rail service to Churchill could have been restored by November.

An Oct. 13 community update from Churchill Mayor Michael Spence and council says they are unhappy with OmniTrax’s inaction and glad to see the federal government taking

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“The town continues to be disappointed that to date the rail line owner has refused to meet their obligations to restore service,” said the update. “The town is pleased the federal government is taking this serious action to hold OmniTrax accountable.”

It also said the key to a sustainable future was ownership by Northern Manitoba partners.

“There is an agreement between northern communities to form one ownership group to acquire OmniTrax’s Northern Manitoba assets including the Churchill marine tank farm, the Hudson Bay Railway and the port of Churchill,” said mayor and council.

“Securing a partnership for northern ownership of these assets has been a community goal for some time and the town is grateful for the commitment the government of Canada has made to support the transition to new ownership. The town will be working closely with the federal government to explore any and all community efforts that can be taken to prepare for a transfer of assets should OmniTrax fail to meet the deadline now imposed by the federal government.”

Churchill’s mayor and council also asked residents to respect the work being done to remove a stranded Via Rail train from the town by sea.

“While the town’s desire was to see these rail cars be removed on a repaired rail line, we recognize that it is not possible at this time.

Via Rail is an important partner in our community and will remain so well into the future. We ask for the community’s cooperation in allowing workers to do the work they need to do.”

Spence and the council members also said they are still waiting for more details about provincial government contributions to ensure Churchill’s well-being.

“At this time, we still have had no formal communication from the province of Manitoba regarding the premier’s commitment of $500 million for Churchill over the next decade,” said the update. “We will continue to seek clarification if any of this includes new investments that would continue to support our economic growth.”

Tweed said the govern-

ment of Canada has taken actions to the detriment of the Hudson Bay Railway since OmniTrax purchased it and the Port of Churchill for about $11 million in 1997.

“We have seen a steady and systematic removal of government funding to support those assets,” he said. “At that time, in addition to supporting the transport of passengers, goods and supplies to Churchill and other northern communities, the HBR was used to transport grain from western producers out to global markets through the Port of Churchill. The value and commercial viability of the HBR have been undermined by a continuum of federal government actions over recent years, including the termination of the Canadian Wheat Board’s single desk in 2012, the abandonment of the Churchill Gateway Development Corporation in 2013, the subsequent privatization of the wheat board and the termination of grain shipping support programs. The result of these measures has been the collapse of commercial activity along the line to the point of non-viability, as producers and shippers shifted the movement of grain westward. The port has been closed to grain shipments since 2016.

This is complicated by the fact that we have invested over $100 million in this enterprise without any return since our purchase in 1997.”

Tweed says it no longer makes sense for a profitseeking company to operate the railway.

“It is our view that, as a result of the federal government’s actions (or inactions) recently and over the past 10 years, the HBR is not commercially viable and should be regarded as a public utility,” Tweed wrote.

“We recognize this position has frustrated many, but it has become the inconvenient truth for Churchill.

We do, however, believe a solution is achievable, as do many of the local stakeholders. While we remain of the view that the best outcome for all concerned is a negotiated sale to the First Nations coalition, based on Transport Canada’s actions today, we are now contemplating steps to bring this protracted matter to a close.”

FULL-TIME TRUCK DRIVER, BOBCAT AND LOADER OPERATORS

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.

Class 3 driver’s licence required.

Successful candidate must be very responsible and be able to work with minimal supervision. This position offers a benefit package as well as competitive wages.

Please email your resume to dale.lafurlane@mymts.net or fax to 204-677-4540 Resumes may also be dropped off at our office, 176 Hayes Road

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Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity in the food & beverage industry?

Pub ͭ​ͭ is looking for an ASSISTANT MANAGER to join our team.

The job oơers competitive wages, gratuities, training & development opportunities, ƪexible scheduling and a staơ discount. This individual would be responsible for, under the direction of the food & beverage manager: • Active ƪoor management during service times • Staơ training • Communicating our vision to all team members & leading by example • Regularly monitor & maintain service levels, wait times, guest experiences • Builds & maintains relationships with guest & team members • Demonstrates high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote our venue • Use of conƪict resolution & problem solving skills • Strives for maximum eƥciency & continual improvement of staơ productivity QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of ͩ year experience in high volume, fast paced hospitality environment. Smart choices serving certi Ƥ cation required. The ability to demonstrate organization and prioritization in a fast paced environment while acting as a team player.

Please submit resume in person at ͯͫ Commercial Place or by email to pubͭ​ͭthompson@gmail.com.

Friuli Sui te Re nt als & Bianchini Warehousing Thompson’s Biggest Little Secret!

ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER • We are looking for someone who is dedicated and ambitious to develop management skills for long term future considerations.

• Full time, permanent, 35 + hours per week, must be bondable, able to pass criminal background check, have driver’s licence and access to own transportation.

• Must have excellent communication/typing skills, experience with Microsoft Office and basic bookkeeping preferable.

• Preparing bank deposits, able to organize, prioritize and complete reports by deadline dates.

• Attention to detail, ability to work independently and within a team environment applying confidentiality in all matters.

• Be open to new ideas and changes that may improve efficiency in day to day operations.

• Ability to fill in for the manager when required/willingness to carry company cell phone in case of emergency.

• Training provided, flexible work environment, wages based on experience.

Start date: As soon as possible Email resume to: manager@friulirentals.com or fax to: 204-677-3195 or drop off at 31 Oak St. Office.

Closing date: October 31, 2017 We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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.

NURSING INSTRUCTOR

Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No: 17-072 Closing Date: October 19, 2017 or until filled 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.

SERVICE ADVISOR

Are you looking for a career and not just a job?

We have an opening for a service advisor committed to customer service excellence.

Candidate must be able to build customer relations and listen and understand their problems, concerns and service needed, prepare work orders, be organized, possess the ability to multi task, work unsupervised and work in a team environment.

Previous automotive experience is an asset, extensive training will be offered to the appropriate candidate We offer competitive wages and benefits package.

Resumes only please.

Fax resumes to Kayla at 204-778-6700 or email

Thompson (866) 677.6450

kayla@thompsonford.ca

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE CASUAL/TERM POSITIONS 100-701 THOMPSON DRIVE, THOMPSON MB

FOOT CARE NURSE Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of health and reporting to the Tribal Nursing Offi cer, 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.

Positions: Custodian, Receptionist, File Clerk

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 certifi ed 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.

Qualifications: • Minimum of 1 years’ experience in related field • A combination of education and experience in a similar work setting can be considered • Ability to adhere to confi dentiality when working with sensitive information • Analytical problem solving and conceptual skills • Must have good verbal and written communication skills • Must be available on short notice to fulfill vacancy

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.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be reporting to the respective Departmental Supervisor. To carry out the normal duties and responsibilities of said position(s).

Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Awasis Agency must conduct a Criminal Record Search, Prior Contact and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to fi nalizing the appointment of the successful candidate.

Closing Date: On-going basis A cover letter and resume identifying which position(s) you are interested in can be sent to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

School District of Mystery Lake Wapanohk Community School SCHOOL COUNSELLOR TERM POSITION (1.0 FTE)

Formateur au SGDI/Soutien aux opérations – AS-01

Start Date: November 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018 Posting # TE101717004022

Thompson (Manitoba)

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

• Ability to read and speak Cree would be considered an asset.

• Must have a minimum of 2 years demonstrated counselling experience.

• A Manitoba Teacher’s Certifi cate or eligibility for teacher certification in the Province of Manitoba.

• To assist administration, school personnel and parents in attempting to meet the affective needs of students.

• Ability to work well with teachers and agencies in a collaborative and consultative environment.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work cooperatively as part of an educational team.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Ability to build program with a northern perspective.

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

Written applications including qualifications, experience, references should be submitted by October 30, 2017 to: Angele Bartlett, Superintendent of Human Resources & Policy School District of Mystery Lake 408 Thompson Drive North, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0C5 Please apply online at www.mysterynet.mb.ca and select Job Centre We thank you for your application however only applicants shortlisted will be contacted.

Personnes résidant au Canada ainsi que les citoyens canadiens résidant à l’étranger.

Pour de plus amples renseignements sur ce poste, incluant les critères de présélection additionnels, et pour soumettre votre candidature, visitez http://emplois.gc.ca, ou composez le numéro InfoTel au 1-800-645-5605 ou l’ATS au 1-800-532-9397.

Pour tous les postes annoncés sur le Système de ressourcement de la fonction publique (SRFP) http://emplois.gc.ca.

Veuillez indiquer le numéro de référence RCM17J-014739-000109. La date limite de réception des candidatures est le 1 novembre, 2017.

ORMS Trainer/Field Support - AS-01 Thompson (Manitoba) Open to Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.

For more information about this position, including all the screening criteria, and how to apply, visit http://jobs.gc.ca, or call Infotel at 1-800-645-5605 or TTY at 1-800-532-9397.

You can apply on-line for all positions advertised through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) http://jobs.gc.ca.

Please quote reference number RCM17J-014739-000109. The closing date for applications is 1 November, 2017.

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FUELING INNOVATION Become part of a company with over a century of innovation and a passion to always set new and higher standards

Boeing Winnipeg Career Opportunity

Plastic Technicians Boeing Canada Winnipeg is currently accepting applicants for the position of Plastic Technician (starting wage $21.42/hour).

In addition, wages will include cost of living allowance + shift premium. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Boeing team as we help shape the future of flight.

Applicants must have a minimum grade 12 or equivalent.

Successful completion of the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES), a pre-employment medical, full background check including, criminal record check, and successful completion of training are pre-requisites for this position. Preference will be given to graduates of the Aerospace Manufacturing Technician, Aerospace Manufacturing and Maintenance orientation program, post-secondary education, and/or applicants with aerospace manufacturing experience.

The School District of Mystery Lake invites applications for Substitute Teacher /Substitute Educational Assistant Positions Applications for substitute positions are invited: Preferred qualifications include: • Undergraduate degree from approved university would be considered an asset.

• Grade 12 academic standing or its equivalent from an approved jurisdiction.

• Experience working with students.

• Proven organizational skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and decision making skills.

• Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.

• Successful Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry Check will be required prior to employment commencing.

Written applications including qualifications, experience with at least three references should be submitted to: Angele Bartlett, Superintendent of Human Resources School District of Mystery Lake 408 Thompson Drive North Thompson, MB R8N 0C5 Phone: 204-677-6150 Please apply online at www.mysterynet.mb.ca and select Job Centre We thank all who may apply and advise that only those selected for consideration will be contacted.

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: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256

For a detailed description visit www.Boeing.ca We seek diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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MANITOBA KEEWATINOWI OKIMAKANAK INC. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY HR COORDINATOR (PERMANENT FULL-TIME) Thompson Sub-Office Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Incorporated is seeking a highly motivated individual that will perform the functions of HR Coordinator.

Under Supervision of the MKO Executive Director, the incumbent will be responsible for the daily HR functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and provide assistance; • Redirect HR related calls or distribute correspondence to the appropriate person of the team; • Maintain records of personnel-related data (payroll, personal information, request for leaves, etc); • Support the recruitment/hiring process by sourcing candidates, performing background checks, assisting in shortlisting, issuing employment contracts etc; • Assist supervisors in performance management procedures; • Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events etc; • Perform orientations, onboarding and update records with new hires; • Produce and submit reports on general HR activity; • Establish policies and procedures to meet objectives of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak, Inc.; • Assist with scheduling and taking minutes for staff and project lead meetings.

• Process payroll; • Administer benefits: Group Insurance and Pension plan; • Other duties as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Business Administration diploma, Human Resource Management diploma and/or combination of training and experience in a related field; • Proven experience as an HR Coordinator or relevant human resources/ administrative position; • An understanding of First Nations/government policies, procedures, programs and services; • Computer experience, specifi cally with Outlook, Word and Excel spreadsheets; • Strong organizational and time management skills; • Must have excellent writing, oral, inter-personal skills; • Must be able to meet deadlines within short time lines; • Must be able to travel and have a valid class 5 license; • Ability to speak/understand a First Nation language is a definite asset.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: October 31, 2017 @ 4PM Mark application CONFIDENTIAL to the attention of: Oliver Veuillot, HR Coordinator 205-55 Selkirk Avenue Thompson, MB R8N 0M5 Phone: (204) 677-1600 or 1-800-442-0488 Fax: (204) 778-7655 Email: oliver.veuillot@mkonorth.com “Only those applicants considered for further review will be contacted”

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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.

MANITOBA KEEWATINOWI OKIMAKANAK INC. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY MOBILE CRISIS INTERVENTION TEAM MEMBER Deadline extended for the MKO Thompson Office Full time (4 Positions in the Thompson Office) Are you a Mental Health, Wellness or Crisis Professional or maybe a Spiritual or Indigenous Knowledge Keeper who is seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Indigenous people at times of crisis? Are you willing to travel to remote fl y-in First Nation communities throughout Manitoba? If so, let’s talk!

Your opportunity: • You will be part of a Winnipeg or Thompson Mb based team.

• You will work with others like yourself who are dedicated to work which has real value and meaning in the lives of others.

• You will apply your education, skills, talents, and passion for the benefit of others while learning from the expertise of your team.

• You will enjoy the satisfaction that comes from knowing your work is much more than just a job.

As a Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Member, you will: • Provide culturally sensitive and safe crisis intervention and trauma support in the priority area of suicide or other tragic loss of life.

• Deploy to remote fl y-in communities throughout Manitoba, usually for up to three days on short notice • Provide an organized crisis response with support services to those impacted in the community.

• Work as part of a dedicated regional team • Contribute to a broader strategy to strengthen relationships and provide greater capacity within First Nations communities to respond locally to crisis.

You bring: • Traditional healing practices as an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper or Elder or have a Degree in related social sciences, social work or health related post-secondary education.

• 3-5 years’ experience working in a crisis response environment • Profi cient computer skills • A valid driver’s license • A sensitivity and understanding of culture, language and issues relevant to Indigenous communities • Preference will be given to those who speak or understand an Indigenous language • A willingness to travel • A satisfactory background check If this sounds like the right fit for you, please email your resume and cover letter by 4:00PM October 30, 2017 to

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: FOX LAKE SUB-OFFICE FOX LAKE, MB Position:

Child & Family Services Worker One (1) Full-Time Term Position (to June 15, 2018)

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

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

Oliver Veuillot, HR Coordinator Email: oliver.veuillot@mkonorth.com

A cover letter indicating the position applying for, an updated resume and three references can be sent to:

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Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca

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Check our job board regularly for the latest openings: www.glaciermedia.ca/careers

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