April 10 2019

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Serving the Hub of the North since 1960

Volume 59 • Issue 15

Only minor injuries reported from Ash Street fire Family of slaughtered Great Dane suffer another tragedy

BY KYLE DARBYSON

KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

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Thompson Fire & Emergency Services (TFES) responded to a residential fire in the Juniper area around 12 a.m. April 5.

TFES chief Mike Bourgon said his crew ended up fighting this blaze on Ash Street for the next couple of hours until they finally secured the premises and left at 3:55 a.m.

Bourgon went on to say that the family managed to evacuate their home in time and only sustained minor injuries in the process.

The cause of the fire is still being investigated.

In a series of Facebook posts, homeowner Robyn Shlachetka, who was out of town when her alarm company called her about the fire, detailed how close her family came to perishing in the blaze despite the safety measures that had been put in place.

“My home was armed with an alarm system and a smoke detector.

Fire fighters, RCMP, and EMS were on scene within 10 minutes,” she wrote April 5. “Even with these measures, my family barely made it out of the house.”

Even though Shlachetka’s older daughter and stepson escaped without any injuries, her partner Kevin and daughter Abby were both treated for smoke inhalation, with the latter also suffering from minor burns on her hands.

Thompson Citizen photo by Kyle Darbyson Shlachetka said the family is also on the lookout for one of their pets, a German Shepherd/Great Pyrenees puppy, since its carcass was not found in the wreckage of their home.

This isn’t the only major tragedy Shlachetka’s family has encountered so far this year.

Back in early March, a trio of strangers broke into their home in the middle of the day, stole some electronics and killed their Great

Dane. Nobody else was physically hurt during the home invasion.

“It’s been a really awful month, to be completely honest,” she told CTV News.

As of April 7, Shlachetka said she’s finished meeting with insurance adjusters and is still in the process of picking up clothing donations, since the fire consumed most of their possessions.

While everything in the house is looking like a total loss, Shlachetka

is still thankful that her family is safe and remains confident that they can endure despite all the turmoil they’ve encountered recently.

“I know it’s going to be fine,” she told CTV News. “I know the kids are going to be fine. I feel awful for our pets that got stranded in the house, especially horrible for not being there again. But, I’m hoping we can kind of hold it together, and it will be a long process too, to get established and get a new house.”

Pills seized in Thompson in February contained potentially fatal fentanyl, say RCMP, who urge caution with illicit drugs One man arrested Feb. 22 was released on own recognizance, alleged to have committed a robbery March 20

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RCMP said April 8 that pills seized in Thompson in February were found to contain fentanyl and that people should take caution as other illicit pills in the city may also contain the potentially fatal opioid painkiller.

The pills, identified in press releases about Feb. 1 and Feb. 22 seizures as oxycodone –another, less powerful opioid painkiller – were confiscated during traffic stops and from a house on Juniper Drive “The public needs to be aware that there may be additional pills, in the community and surrounding area, disguised as oxycodone that may contain fentanyl,” said Manitoba RCMP media relations officer Sgt. Paul Manaigre in a Facebook post.

“These pills could cause serious harm or even death and should not be consumed.”

Twenty-nine-year-old Matthew Delaronde was arrested Feb. 22 and charged with possessing a controlled substance for the purpose

of trafficking and failing to comply with court-ordered conditions but was released on a recognizance with conditions and a surety. RCMP say the surety was revoked and the courts have requested he be arrested once again to determine if he should be held in custody.

Delaronde is also alleged to have committed a robbery in Thompson March 20.

Anyone with information about him or these crimes is asked to call Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6911 or leave an anonymous tip with Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Secure tips can also be submitted online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

A 48-year-old woman and a 26-year-old male were arrested with Delaronde following the pill seizure Feb. 22, but charges had not been laid against them as of Feb. 25.

Fentanyl was also found among more than 1,900 pills, including 387 oxycodone

Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of RCMP Pills seized in Thompson in February have been found to contain fentanyl and CMP are looking for information about Matthew Delaronde, who was arrested and charged Feb. 22 before being released on his own recognizance, the conditions of which have since been revoked. Delaronde is also wanted in connection with a March 20 robbery at a residence in Thompson. pills and 326 codeine pills, seized in a Feb.1 traffic stop on Thompson’s Churchill Drive that also netted 186 flaps of cocaine and crack (about 85 grams in total), 41grams of cannabis, edible cannabis products and about 32,000 unstamped cigarettes.

Paul Kettler of Winnipeg was arrested at that time and charged with five counts of

possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking as well as with possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling under the Cannabis Act, transporting and delivering unstamped tobacco, possession of unstamped tobacco under the Excise Act and possession of unstamped tobacco under the Tobacco Act.

The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba’s (AFM) Dr. Sheri Fandrey gave a presentation on fentanyl in Thompson in January 2017.

She said the painkiller is about 100 times stronger than morphine.

As little as two milligrams of fentanyl could be a fatal dose for someone who doesn’t use opioids.

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Chilling assignment

Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of RCMP Manitoba RCMP officers practised ice rescue techniques on the surface of Paint Lake south of Thompson last week.

OBITUARIES JEAN-GUY SAUCIER

KOSTYK, JOHN HOWARD Sadly, after a lengthy illness we lost our beloved husband, and father, on March 28, 2019, in Comox, BC. Jack was born on December 21, 1943, in Winnipegosis, Manitoba, to parents Fred and Tina Kostyk, their third of seven children. The family lived in Duck Bay, Manitoba, at the time, but relocated to The Pas, Manitoba, where Jack grew up. He attended most of his schooling in The Pas, and graduated from The Pas Collegiate. Jack was a proud member of the Air Cadets in The Pas and had a lifelong interest in aviation. He attained his private pilot’s license in the 80’s. After graduation Jack took further trades courses at Red River College, in Winnipeg, and became a welder and an apprentice plumber, in 1963. He worked for Service Plumbing in The Pas prior to moving to Thompson with his wife Barbara Kostyk (nee Stephens) whom he married in April of 1966. Jack worked for Malcolm Construction from 1963-1972 helping build Thompson into the mining community it became by working on projects such as the T-3 Mine, SOAB North and South, the Copper Dry project, and T-1 Propane Farm. In 1972 Jack formed his own company, Jax Mechanical Services Limited, and was mostly a one-man operation doing commercial and residential plumbing, heating, and sheet metal mechanical work. One job he once undertook was to do maintenance on various microwave towers for MTS. This involved climbing up small towers, some of which were 500-600 feet high. Jack took it all in stride. Jack also worked for a time as Maintenance Director of the Thompson Hospital, and clerk of the works for the Burntwood Regional Heath Authority new Health and Family Services Building project and clerk of the works for the arena renovation project for the City of Thompson. He retired in 2006 and moved to Comox, BC in 2007. He was very proud of having exacting high standards for his own work and any of the work that he supervised. He always wanted to ensure that the customer got what s/he had paid for and accepted nothing less.

Jack enjoyed living and working in Thompson for over forty years and was always proud that his family grew up there. Father to Carolyn and Richard, Jack built a home on Notigi Bay for the family in the late 70’s and also built a house for himself and Barb on Manasan Drive, one for Carolyn’s family on Mitishto Bay, and one for Richard in The Pas. Jack served the Thompson community in many capacities including coaching hockey and lacrosse, various election committees, United Church committees and other charitable causes. He was an avid racquetball player, marathon runner, and outdoorsman who hunted, fished, picked berries, cut wood, and just generally enjoyed exploring the outdoors. He was a loving and devoted husband to Barbara and the two travelled to Hawaii, Cuba and the southern U. S. and after he retired in 2006, he spent much time in The Pas at the cottage he built at Clearwater Lake entertaining their children and grandchildren during the summer months. Jack loved his three grandchildren Aiden Halcrow, Luc and Michelle Kostyk deeply and enjoyed spending time with them in the water, boating, fishing, building, and gardening at Clearwater Lake at a large shop he built at Watchi Bay. He leaves his wife Barbara and daughter Carolyn Halcrow of Comox, BC; son Richard (Monique Levesque) of The Pas; grandchildren Aiden Halcrow of Thompson, Manitoba, and Luc and Michelle Kostyk of The Pas; sisters Elaine (Al) Fogh, Sherwood Park, AB and Carol (Tom) Heape, The Pas; brothers Larry, Ken (Karen) and their families of The Pas. He also leaves nephews and nieces, including Kelly Heape, Kim Hoffman, Liana Steiner, Stewart Fogh, Rhena Kostyk, Daniel Kostyk, Tiffany Kostyk, Samantha Kostyk, Tina Garton, Wade Dube, Colleen Weinstein, Shawn Stephens and Chris Stephens. Also missing Jack will be in-laws Linda and Bernard Dube, Jack and Karen Stephens, and aunts Mae Derkacz, Ethelyne Kostyk and friends across Canada. He was predeceased by both his parents and his parents-in-law, infant brother Richard, sister Shelley Garton, brother-in-law Brian Garton, nephew James Kostyk and dear aunt and uncle Louella and Mike Tabak.

Flowers gratefully declined. Donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. A simple celebration will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Comox Valley Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC. Cremation has taken place. There will be a commemoration held in The Pas, Manitoba, summer of 2019.

Jean-Guy Saucier died peacefully in Northern Spirit Manor Personal Care Home on April 2, 2019 in Thompson, MB at the age of 72.

He leaves his wife of 51 years, Aline (Bellefleur) Saucier; his son, Richard and his wife Donna (Genaille) Saucier; his daughter, Nancy (Saucier) Dubuc and her husband Francois; his four grandchildren Nicole, Andre, Faelecia and Alain; and many close family and friends.

Jean-Guy was born on September 22, 1946 in Baker Brook, NB to Alfred Saucier and Lucienne (Michaud) Saucier. He married Aline (Bellefleur) in March of 1968. After moving to Thompson, Jean-Guy began working for INCO Limited as an underground miner until he retired in 2002. He was a carpenter during his free time. He coached Pee Wee hockey in the 80’s for a number of years. He was also a member of the St. John’s Ambulance. Jean-Guy had a passion for carpentry and crafts, as well as a love for animals.

Jean-Guy is preceded in death by his Father Alfred, Mother Lucienne (Michaud), Brother Jean-Yve, and Sisters Rina Saucier and Aline Saucier of New Brunswick. Surviving siblings are Marie-Mae (Saucier) Bolter, Diane (Saucier) Soucy, Real Saucier, Yvon Saucier, Roland Saucier, Rolande (Saucier) Muckler, Annette Saucier.

A Gathering of Friends and Family took place on April 7, 2019 at Boardman Funeral Home at 28 Nelson Road. Funeral Services were held on April 8, 2019 at the St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church, 114 Cree Road. Father Guna officiated the ceremony. Interment took place at the Thompson Cemetery following the service. Many attended to celebrate Jean-Guy’s life. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Alzheimer Society of Canada at alzheimer.ca.

TED GOOSSEN Ted Goossen, formerly of Cranberry Portage and Thompson, passed away at home in Saskatoon on Sunday, March 31, 2019 after a brief struggle with cancer.

Viewing will be at Riverbend Church of God, 306 Saguenay Dr, Saskatoon, SK, on Thursday, April 4, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.

The Funeral Service for Ted Goossen was held Friday, April 5, at 1:00 pm at Forest Grove Community Church, 502 Webster Street, Saskatoon, SK with burial to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Donations may be made to Simonhouse Bible Camp, 206 - 35 Main Street, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1J7. Flowers may be sent to the Riverbend Church of God. Arrangements by DALMENY FUNERAL HOME (306-254-2022).

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Thompson music students making a return to provincial honour bands

BY KYLE DARBYSON

KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

After getting through a gruelling audition process, four School District of Mystery Lake students are headed to Winnipeg in May to play with the Manitoba Band Association’s (MBA) junior and intermediate provincial honour bands.

Three of these musicians are veterans of the program, as Danica Ryan, Emma Fitzpatrick and Abi Deibert all travelled down south in the spring of 2018 to play in the junior honour band concert that’s meant for students up to Grade 8.

A year later, the trio has now qualified for the program’s intermediate honour band (Grade 9-10) and said they are looking forward to playing with the best student musicians in Manitoba once again.

“It was interesting because I had to challenge myself to play at a different level and play with people that are probably 10 times better than me,” said Fitzpatrick.

Westwood student Cole Jacobs is the only rookie of the bunch and said he also wants to broaden his horizons by taking part in the upcoming junior band

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From left to right, Abi Deibert, Emma Fitzpatrick, Danica Ryan and Cole Jacobs will represent the School District of Mystery Lake in this year’s intermediate and junior provincial honour band concerts in Winnipeg. concert for the first time.

Parker Collegiate music make yourself known to the MacPherson also men- National Youth Band of “I’m expecting to meet teacher Stevie MacPherson guest conductors as well, tioned how proud she is of Canada for the first time some new people, learn said these four could even because they will remember the school district’s talent ever this spring. some interesting things, use this trip as a networking you,” she said. “The music pool in general, since they The 2019 MBA junior play tougher pieces, chal- opportunity if they want to community in Manitoba already sent two students and intermediate provinlenge myself having to seriously pursue music in is smaller than you think to play in the MBA’s sen- cial honour bands will be really practise a lot to learn the future. and you start seeing these ior honour band back in performing at Garden City how to play them,” he said.

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AUTOMATED COLLECTION • 1 Westwood • 2 Burntwood • 3 Riverside/Deerwood • 4 Eastwood • 5 Juniper/Southwood/BTC The automated carts must be placed along your curb no later than 8 am on the day of scheduled pickup AT LEAST one metre apart from other cart/objects. No Parking on residential streets between the hours of 8 am and 4:30 pm during Garbage/Recycle days for that area. Example: if it is Westwood’s Garbage/Recycle day there is to be no parking on the residential streets in the Westwood Area. This is to aid in the safety for both the residents of Thompson as well as City crews.

Vehicles found parked on the streets will be ticketed.

REGARDING THE 2019 FINANCIAL PLAN PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of the Municipal Act that the Council of the City of Thompson intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year of 2019 at a public hearing to be held: DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Thursday April 25, 2019 7:00 p.m.

City of Thompson, Council Chambers Thompson, MB

Copies of the Financial Plan will be available at the Reception Desk at City Hall on Wednesday April 10, 2019 for anyone wishing to pick up a copy prior to the above meeting.

Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided.

Jenny Krentz Chief Financial Officer City of Thompson April 10, 2019

INVITATION TO TENDER Bids will be received by Jenny Krentz, Chief Financial Officer at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB. R8N 1S6. Tender details and closing date are as follow: Thursday, April 18, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. (CST) RFT #11219 – TENDER FOR HVAC MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Bid documents may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Department, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB. Phone (204) 677-7975, email vclemons@thompson.ca between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The City shall have the right to disqualify Proponents from the bidding process if they have failed to complete their obligations under any prior contract with the City of Thompson or have been involved in litigation with the City.

The lowest or any submission need not be accepted by the City of Thompson. The City shall have the right to evaluate competing bids in accordance with its own criteria for evaluation applied to the work being proposed, whether or not such criteria have been expressly related to the Proponents. The City of Thompson reserves the right to make award to the bidder which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY COMMUNITY SAFETY OFFICER The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for consideration for a full-time position in the Department of Fire and Public Safety: The Community Safety Officer (CSO) is responsible for enforcing the provision of bylaws passed by Council and of appointed statutes.

The CSO assists and works cooperatively with the RCMP and other stakeholders, using a collaborative enforcement model. The CSO is responsible for enforcement, prevention, intervention, and education of applicable legislation, with an emphasis on the Downtown area.

Duties include conducting patrols within the community, investigating and responding to by-law complaints, ensuring resolution either by education and redirection or ticketing, explaining and interpreting policies and regulations to public and Administration, maintenance of documents and files, preparation of notices, summonses, and legal documents, maintaining the confidentiality of all information.

In addition to the minimum qualifications listed on the City of Thompson website, the right candidate will have superior interpersonal skills, with emphasis on effective communication and conflict resolution, excellent oral and written communication with a focus on customer service and public relations, demonstrated ability to maintain a professional manner and make sound decisions under stressful public conditions, demonstrated knowledge of issues facing hard-to-serve populations, including but not limited to: homelessness, addictions, crime prevention, and public safety, demonstrated understanding of the social roots of crime, and knowledge of community resources.

The City of Thompson offers a comprehensive benefits program and competitive salary. Please review the detailed list of qualifications at www.thompson.ca under Employment Opportunities.

Applications outlining education, experience, qualifications and references will be accepted up to and including Friday, April 12, 2019.

Applications are available online at www.thompson.ca or at City Hall.

Those interested may apply in confidence to:

Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson, 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981, E-Mail: dkondakor@thompson.ca The City of Thompson is committed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportunities. We are dedicated to supporting healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and facilities.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Igoal amcontinues glad towe see Canada as goal to stop TB. Iresumed hope this commitment in the future inwe February after its three-and-a-half month hiatus have so that can meet our so thatthat can meet our to stop TB. so that we can meet our goal to stop TB. so that we can meet our goal to stop TB. so that we can meet our goal to stop TB. a to the global fund fight so that we provided can meet our goal toto stop TB.tuberculosis. nottop yetdonor been to us). The total cost wasn’t so much the I hope that thisthecommitment continues inuntil theKlement future reasoning behind resolution (tabled by council after the Karolin Klement Karolin Karolin Karolin Klement KarolinKlement Klement so that we can toup stop TB. Karolin public meeting) thatmeet wouldour see goal fares go from $2 to $4Klement for adults Calgary Calgary Calgary Calgary Calgary and from $1.50 to $3 for students, Coun. Jeff FountainCalgary said in a Karolin Klement March 27 letter to the editor. It wasEditorial more about the proportion, Editorial Editorial Editorial Editorial Editorial since more than 85 per cent of the costs of transit areCalgary borne by

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taxpayers, rather than the riders themselves.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Editorial But is expecting riders to pay more of the costs a better solution than somehow trying to reduce the cost overall by adjusting schedules to align with the busiest times, for instance, rather than just having a bus drive its route empty, wasting gas and the wages being paid to the drivers for absolutely no purpose? Perhaps the city will have come to the April 9 meeting with actual data on ridership and peak times and potential solutions as well as how the proportion of the cost that the city bears to provide transit services in Thompson compares with the proportion in other similarly sized cities with similar transit schedulesmer and equipment.

On the other oth of Thompmer councillor Luke many of the people workload around and for reducing members, oth of Thompcouncillor Luke many of the people and for reducing members, ofmembers, Thompoth mer Luke many the workload around and for reducing oth of Thompmer councillor Luke many of the people workload around and for reducing members, othof ofThompThompmer councillor councillor Luke workload many of ofaround the people people workload around and the forcitizens reducing members, hand, perhaps they won’t have, and will be expecting citizens to oth of Thompmer councillor Luke many of the people workload around and for reducing members, the citizens of Thompson’s local Robinson, who served opposed to the plan allows for greater diwhether they belong son’s local Robinson, who served towho theserved plan allows fortoto greater dithey belong electedthey more truly son’s local Robinson, opposed the allows greater diwhether belong son’s local Robinson, who served opposed the plan allows for greater diwhether they belong son’s local opposed Robinson, who served opposed to the plan plan whether allows for for greater di- son whether they belong provide their own solutions without beingterm armed with all of the opposed son’s local Robinson, who served to the plan allows for greater diwhether they belong son elected more truly elected bodies one term on council are the regular critics versity of viewpoints, to the school board elected bodies one on council are the regular critics versity of viewpoints, to the school board independent-thinking elected bodies one term on council are the regular critics versity ofof viewpoints, toto the school board elected bodies one term on council are the regular critics versity viewpoints, the school board elected bodies one term on council are the regular critics versity of viewpoints, to the school board othtime ofthis Thompmer councillor Luke are manythe ofregular the people workloadof around and to for reducing members, the citizens of Thompfacts. By the editorial isone inhave print, some of youcouncil reading elected bodies term on critics versity viewpoints, the school board considered profrom 2010 to 2014 beof council who attend though Ryan Land was or council, is that have considered pro- from 2010 to 2014 beof council who attend though Ryan Land was examples or council, isLand that it independent-thinking candidates who aren’t have considered profrom 2010 to 2014 beof council who attend though Ryan was or council, is that itit have considered profrom 2010 to 2014 beof council who attend though Ryan Land was or council, is that have considered profrom 2010 to 2014 beof council who attend though Ryan Land was or council, is that To the Editor: is a possible move towards of shared serviof Thompson take an active will probably know the answer that. 2010 who son’s local tofrom Robinson, served opposed towho theattend plan though allows for greater di- or whether they belong son elected who more aren’t truly itit have todefeated 2014 beof council Ryan Land was council, is that it candidates posals to reduce the fore being defeated by meetings and ask their mostly correct in saywill save money.

The posalsconsidered to reduceprothe fore being by meetings and ask their mostly correct in saywill save money.

The married to aligning posals to reduce the fore being defeated by meetings and ask their mostly correct in saywill save money.

The posals to reduce the fore being defeated by meetings and ask their mostly correct in saywill save money.

The school board trustees being ces in place that provide interest in their School Disposals the fore defeated byversity meetings and ask theirto mostly correct board in say-independent-thinking will save money. The The question of what the right one proportion of to user fees versus elected bodies term on reduce council thebeing regular of viewpoints, the school posals toof reduce the fore being defeated by are meetings and askcritics their correct in quessaysave money.

The married to aligning number of representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials quesing that, in terms of amount is not large number representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials quesing that, in provincial terms of will amount is not large themselves any The School District of mostly number of representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials ing that, in terms of amount is not large appointed by the the same efficiencies that trict, as evidenced by the number of representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials quesing that, in terms of amount is not large number of representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials quesing that, in terms ofcandidates amount is with not large taxpayer funding when it comes to transit could be extended to have considered profrom 2010 to 2014 beof council who attend though Ryan Land was or council, is that it who aren’t number of representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials quesing that, in terms of amount is not large themselves with any tives comprising them in the race to become tions week after week, class and ethnicity, the overall – about $20,000 tives comprising them in the race to become tions week after week, class and ethnicity, the overall – about $20,000 particular side, because Mystery Lake (SDML) is government, instead of amalgamation supposedly number of candidates for tives comprising them in the race to become tions week after week, class and ethnicity, the overall – about $20,000 tives comprising them in the race to become tions week after week, class and ethnicity, the overall – about $20,000 tives comprising them in the race to become tions week after week, class and ethnicity, the overall – about $20,000 other city services.

Take, forthe example, the city’s recreation budget posals to reduce fore being defeated by meetings and askweek, their mostly correct in saywill save money.

The married to aligning tives comprising inhead the race tothem become week after class and ethnicity, the overall – about $20,000 side, because and one of made head of council last their opinions may not trustees aren’t really in councillors’ salarasking the to elected by local taxpayers. would, without losing the particular trustee positions recent and one ofdepartment them them made of council last tions their may last not trustees aren’t really in councillors’ salarright now, thein number and one of made head of council their opinions may not trustees aren’t really in salarand one of them made head of council last their opinions may not trustees aren’t really in councillors’ salarand12 one ofthem them made headopinions ofcommunity council lasting their opinions may notamount trustees aren’t really in councillors’ councillors’ salarfor 2018.

The eats up about per cent of the total number of representaMayor Dennis Fenske elected officials questhat, in terms of is not large themselves with any and one ofMarch them 13 made head of council last their opinions may not trustees aren’t really in councillors’ salarright now, the number support the Local Choices, The school district believes local input into the operelections.

We encourage a choice March 13 not time that Thompsonites be enough to dissuade a microcosm of the ies per year plus apa choice not time that Thompsonites be enough to dissuade a microcosm of the ies per year plus apof opinions on council aaachoice March 13 not time that Thompsonites be enough toto dissuade aaa microcosm ofof the ies per year plus apchoice March 13 not time that Thompsonites be enough dissuade microcosm the ies per year plus apchoice March 13 not time that Thompsonites be enough to dissuade microcosm of the ies per year plus apbudget of $31.5 million while recreation revenues were projected tives comprising the race to become tions week after week, class and ethnicity, the overall – year about $20,000 particular side, because atochoice March 13them not in time that Thompsonites be enough to dissuade a microcosm of the ies per plus apof opinions on council Local Voices campaign. that either one of these ation of the school district. you to voice your questions, to shrink its numbers, went to the polls about the majority from forSchool District of Mysproximately half that shrink its numbers, went to the polls about the majority from forSchool District of Mysproximately half that is generally two – for toto shrink its numbers, went toto the polls about the majority from forSchool District ofof Mysproximately half that shrink its numbers, went the polls about the majority from forSchool District Mysproximately half that to shrink its numbers, went to the polls about the majority from forSchool District of Mysproximately half that to bring in about $780,000 – essentially 20 per cent of the total and one ofitsthem made head last their opinions may fornot trustees aren’t really councillors’ salarnow, the number toasshrink numbers, toofthecouncil polls about the majority from School District of Mysproximately that right is generally two – this for The provincial actions will decrease the in For example, services concerns and support in as school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on average, school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead,government especially tery Lake’s population amount, onhalf average, and against. as school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on as school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery population amount, on average, cost.

Is it reasonable to13 pay 80 perwent cent the costs of recreation asof school board trust-be three-and-half yearsa ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on average, average, a choice March not time that Thompsonites enough to especially dissuade microcosm of the amount, ies perLake’s year plus ap- and of opinions on council as school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead, tery Lake’s population on average, against. recently launched a review ability of our community like MERLIN and Public issue by attending a pubees voted 6-1 against ago was in favour of since the number of as aaawhole. whole. you’ve for annual travel and ees voted 6-1 against ago was in favour since the number of a whole.

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Ifcare you’ve for annual travel and lowthe ofpeople kindergarten to Grade 12 tobeen shape our local schools.

Schools Finance provide meeting being held by resolution by trustee reducing the numbers, people who about been to many school expenses.

For the city, a Norplex resolution byagainst trustee reducing numbers, who care about to many school expenses.

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For city, resolution by trustee reducing the numbers, people who care about been to many school expenses.

For the city, resolution by trustee reducing the numbers, people who care about been to many school expenses.

For the city, as school board trust- three-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on average, and against. education inother Manitoba.

Our Aboard province-wide cooksupport to all disManitoba’s Commission onof aRyan resolution trustee reducing the numbers, people who care about been to many school For the city, of has people with Ryan Land (the only with the other seven opthis one way or another board meetings (and which budget of became a financial black hole as well as athe safety concern, there’s Land by (the only with other seven opthis one orseven another meetings (and expenses. which has aschool budget of out opinions how Ryan Land (the only with the opthis one way or another board meetings (and which aaon Ryan Land (the only with the other seven opthis one way or another board meetings (and which has alow budget of Ryan Land (the onlysince with theway other seven op-as this one way oryou’ve another board meetings (and whichhas has abudget budget of ees voted 6-1 against ago – was in favour of the number of a whole.

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Tests offered as a precaution after confirmed cased of tuberculosis at Lynn Lake school A tuberculosis (TB) contact investigation is underway at West Lynn Heights School in Lynn Lake after a confirmed case of TB was identified there.

The Northern Regional Health Authority’s (NRHA) medical officer of health and public health said that there is no ongoing risk of TB transmission and that the risk that the bacterial infection spread within the school is very low.

Despite that, the NRHA is offering the class that had the greatest amount of contact with the person with a confirmed case of TB testing this week and again in June.

“We have every confidence this situation is being handled appropriately by health officials and the school and that all appropriate protocols are being followed,” said the Town of Lynn Lake via social media. “There is no need for undue worry or speculation as neither of these are helpful.”

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Séan McCann brings message of hope to the Hub of the North

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The HOPE North Suicide Prevention Committee pulled out all the stops for their 10th-annual HOPE Forum, booking Great Big Sea co-founder Séan McCann to play at the Letkemann Theatre April 3.

In keeping with the event’s theme of spreading awareness about trauma and mental illness, McCann spoke candidly about his own personal demons, which include getting sexually abused by a priest as a teenager.

That same priest also introduced McCann to drinking, something that became a much bigger problem for the singer later in life when his folk rock band Great Big Sea became a nationwide sensation.

“As an alcoholic I felt I won the lottery,” he said Wednesday night, telling the audience how popular bands often submit a list of demands called a “rider” to promotors before a performance.

“Every day I would go to work and before every show at sound check there would be our daily rider, which was a bottle of whiskey or rum, four bottles of wine and 48 beer. Imagine seeing that every day on your desk when you go to work?”

Looking back on it now, McCann recognizes that this excessive drinking was an attempt to bury parts of his past that he wasn’t ready to confront.

Even though he managed to get by as a high-functioning alcoholic for many years, McCann said this all changed when he turned 40 and started experiencing blackouts for the first time.

And because the

Thompson Citizen photos by Kyle Darbyson Great Big Sea co-founder Séan McCann’s set list during his April 3 show in Thompson mostly consisted of songs from his 2015 solo album “Help Your Self,” which centres around the musician facing up to his past of alcoholism and experiencing sexual abuse.

Séan McCann, formerly of the folk rock band Great Big Sea, signed autographs and posed for photos with fans following an April 3 performance at the Letkemann Theatre. This show marked the first time the 51-year-old musician has ever visited Thompson. rock’n’roll lifestyle made it virtually impossible to stay consistently sober, the musician said he fell into even deeper despair because of his inability to quit.

It got to the point where McCann’s wife Andrea had

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to intervene and present him with an ultimatum.

“She sat me down and she told me, ‘That’s the end of this Séan. You’re going to stop drinking right now or I’m gone, because I don’t want to see you kill yourself,’” he recalled. “That was Nov. 9, 2011 and I haven’t had a drink since and I never will again.”

Unfortunately, McCann felt he had to part ways with Great Big Sea to fully commit to this decision, since life on the road was no place for a recovering alcoholic.

After going solo in 2013, McCann started to focus more on advocacy work and telling his personal story through song.

This dynamic came to pass during his Thompson performance, since each musical number highlighted a key moment from McCann’s life.

For example, the song “Hold Me Mother” reflects a time when he was finally really to open up about the sexual abuse he experienced as a young man.

“Red Wine and Whiskey” is a call-back to McCann’s freewheeling drinking days, while “Stronger” is a number he wrote when he was in recovery and almost fell off the wagon.

McCann even found room to play some crowd-pleasing hits from Great Big Sea’s back catalogue, stressing how music played an important role in his healing process.

“It showed me a way to face the truth,” he said.

“You can’t dance around the truth and the truth always comes out. We can fear it or we can face it, and music is one of the tools that we can use to face it.”

McCann also took time to thank the event’s organizers for putting together their 10th HOPE forum, which he said is another great venue for the same kind of healing.

“As long as there are human beings who will gather together and sing and talk and listen and care, there will always be hope.”

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BY KYLE DARBYSON content; however no guarantee is given or implied.ran out and laws. Reviews and similar mention of material in this newspaper is granted dogs tried to battle back, the city squeaked KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET The Nickel Belt News reserves the right toteam revise or rejectbyany or all on the provision that the Nickel Belt News receives credit. Otherwise, For the first time in the but were stopped at every with a 3-2 victory to win any reproduction without the permission of the publisher is prohibited. editorial and advertising content as the newspaper’s principals see t. competition’s 10-year his- turn by goaltender Simon the tournament’s top prize. er Group tory, LP, aadivision The Nickel Belt News will not be responsible for more than one incorrect Advertisers purchase space and circulation only. Rights to any Union president Warren city team walked Carter, leading to a scoreercial Place, Thompson, insertion of an advertisement, and is not responsible for errors or omissions advertisements produced by the Nickel Belt News, including artwork, less second Luky eventually made his away from AA the ThompUnited Hale The midget leading period. the way with Forward Alex Head way onto the ice to conwned and operated by The Steelworkers Local 6166 inwere advertisements for thelike space occupied by such errors. typography, photos, etc., remain the property of this newspaper. son King Miners two goals,except and players finallyBelt managed get the the Slickers for annual hockey C Communications Corp.tournament The Nickel Newsto will not gratulate be responsible for manuscripts, Advertisements or parts thereof may not be reproduced or assigned without in Sagkeeng, Manitoba Gurniak, Mayor, Monias, mining Horning team on and the Dawboard nabbing their first USW with ato2–4 first-place March for thisfinish. year’s Spence, and are subject change photographs, negatives and other related material that may be submitted the consent of the publisher. earlyBilawka into the bringing third period, tournament title since the This year’s tournament provincial hockey tourna- son up which gap to competition began back in featured teams and the ment, andfive walked away rearnarrowed with somethe singles.

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Habs go in the third, Josh Barnto keep Timberdogs’ scorwas favoured to win, havChase Gurniak, Cody in the semifinal game, owich would made itprove a one-goal ers at bay. ing taken homeMayor the gold Thompson Citizen photos by Kyle Darbyson.

Hale and Kale all which to be game and the City Slickers Elsewhere in the tourna- The City Slickers celebrate clinching first place in the 2019 United Steelworkers Local 6166 in 2018, they got off to a nabbed two goals a piece their toughest test in this went into full-on defensive ment, the T-1 Oilers beat really rough start, while since tournament. for the King Miners, annual hockey tournament April 5. The city team beat the T-1 Timberdogs in a rematch the T-3 Flyers by a final the Slickers scored three mode.

Riley Locke, Ryan Monias, The first period ended up This strategy up score of 9-3 in the competi- of last year’s final. quick goals in theMathew opening with Drayden Spence, neither teamended finding working, theBranclock tion’s bronze medal game.

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Lamontagne, Horn- the ing and Matt Rempel all managed to collect singles.

City Slickers goaltender With a fi nal score of Simon Carter received the 12–0, goalie Skylar Szocs tournament MVP following recorded his first shutout Friday’s finalMiners againstin thethis T-1 for the King Timberdogs. tournament.

Saturday morning’s contest featured a signifiFar right : The T-1 Oilers cantly different outcome, (black) and T-3 Flyers (orwith the King Miners losange) offLake in the touring 3–2faced to the Manitoba Eagles,bronze with Hale and nament’s medal Horning game on bringing April 5. home a pair of goals forCitizen their team.

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by Kylenight, Darbyson was do or die time as the King Miners had to pull off a win against the Landmark Blues to advance.

The Thompson team eventually came away with a decisive 8–0 victory, with

don McKay started the scoring early in the second period before La Broquerie took a 2–1 lead late into the period.

Defenceman Keegan Keough tied the game with a shot from the point with under two minutes left in the second period.

The third period was a left up to the goaltenders, as Isaak Weenusk stopped everything that came his way. With four minutes left Gurniak pounced on a loose puck in front La Broquerie’s net to win the match 3–2 and put his team into the gold medal game.

Weenusk was named game star thanks to his

outstanding play.

The gold medal game was a rematch with Lake Manitoba, this time with a drastically different outcome. The offensive hustle started early with Gurniak and Monias scoring within the first 50 seconds to

give their team an early 2–0 lead.

The score would stay that way until halfway through the second period with Spence and Rempel both adding goals to give their team a 4–0 lead going into the final period.

The King Miners never let up in the third period, with Hale, Locke and Horning all scoring to make it a 7–0 final for the King Miners.

Skylar Szocs would record his third shutout of the tournament and received

the game star.

The last time the midget AA King Miners won provincial gold was in 2016 in Gimli, where the team bested the Peguis Midgets in the fi nals by a fi nal score of 8–3.

BY IAN GRAHAM

AAA graduating all-star game, which is being played at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s High School in Winnipeg April 13, will have the most Thompson content, with Trojans Ashley Williams and Tressa McDonald on the floor and RDPC senior girls

basketball coaches Christine Sim and Sandy Deibert on the sidelines along with Goose Lake School coach Brant Neufeld.

McDonald was a tournament all-star at the AAA high school basketball provincials where the Tro-

jans captured third place.

She was also named the urban high school athlete of the week after scoring 29 points in the final of the Zone 11 championships in The Pas March 2 to help her team land a sport at provincials. Williams was the urban high school athlete of the week about a month earlier after leading the Trojans with 23 points, five blocks, seven steals and eight rebounds per game during a tournament in Sanford.

Williams was the tournament MVP and McDonald a tournament all-star at the squad’s first tournament of the season.

Other Northern Manitoba players competing in the game, on the opposite team from the RDPC representatives, are Alyssa Patterson and Briah Atkinson of Hapnot Collegiate Institute in Flin Flon.

RDPC’s Kyle Tomchuk is the only RDPC player who will take part in the boys’ A, AA and AAA graduating all-star game, which starts at 11:30 a.m.

His teammates will include Chance Leader and Lucas Mack from Margaret Barbour Collegiate Institute in The Pas on a team coached by MBCI’s Matt Hagborg.

Tomchuk was named a

tournament all-star at the Trojans first basketball tournament of the season in The Pas in December.

The A, AA and AAA all-star games will be followed by the Basketball Manitoba awards banquet in the afternoon and the AAAA girls’ and boys’ graduating all-star games in the evening.

Awards to be handed out at the banquet include players of the year, coaches of the year, All-Manitoba team rosters, as well as the Carl Rudd, Mike Spack, Jim Bulloch, Ron Meyers, Donovan Gayle and Morris Glimcher awards, among others.

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Thompson King Miners Members of the midget AA Thompson King Miners celebrate after winning gold at the 2018 Manitoba provincials in Sagkeeng.

Three Trojans basketball players and two coaches will take part in graduating all-star games in Winnipeg April 13

Late goals pave way for Islanders overtime victory to win midget AA league championship

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Five representatives of R.D. Parker Collegiate have been named to Basketball Manitoba’s graduating allstar game rosters – three players and two coaches.

The girls’ A, AA and

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Cross Lake Islanders refused to lose in game four of their midget AA league playoff final series on the road against the Thompson King Miners March 16, twice coming back to tie the game before taking the series three games to one on an overtime goal about seven minutes into overtime.

Armando Evans, Drayden Garrick, Morgan McKay, Dallas Muskego and Kadin Ross had the goals for the Islanders, who opened the scoring in the first before giving up three goals to Matthew Rempel, Kale Mayor and Conroy Halcrow of Thompson in the first four minutes of the second period to trail 3-1. Muskego’s goal made it a one-goal King Miners lead heading into the third period.

The King Miners were less than five minutes from forcing a fifth and deciding game in the series when the Islanders tied the game. A little over a minute later, however, Drayden Jobb put Thompson back on top 4-3.

But Cross Lake refused to accept defeat, and took just 22 seconds to tie the game once again on a goal by McKay, setting the stage for overtime heroics.

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Members of the Cross Lake Islanders skate from the bench to celebrate after winning the alternatives.

The Islanders took the series lead with a 7-6 overtime Citizen file photos midget AA league championship three games to one in overtime over Thompson the Thompson King the survey at: mpi.mb.ca victory Complete in game three of the series in Cross Lake March From left to right, Ashley Williams, Kyle Tomchuk and Tressa McDonald of R. D Parker 11 after having opened it with a 5-4 victory two days Miners at the C.A. Nesbitt ArenawillMarch 16.

Collegiate compete in Basketball Manitoba’s graduating all-star games in Winnipeg earlier. The King Miners won game two 5-3 on March 10.

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Frontier School Division trying to set up support program for young moms to complete high school

BY KYLE DARBYSON

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Young mothers in Northern Manitoba might have an easier path to obtaining their high school diploma in the not-too-distant future, since the Frontier School Division (FSD) is looking to establish a program that caters to their specific needs.

“We see young people, particularly young females, who are at home looking after their babies and not having an opportunity to get their high school education,” said FSD chief superintendent Reg Klassen. “We want to change that.”

According to Klassen, the division wants to try and fill this gap by squaring away some living space for these young parents on the Frontier Collegiate campus, so that they don’t have to make a choice between looking after their child and going to school.

“What we’re looking to do is change one of the bar-

racks we have here, basically gut it, and put in a dorm for single moms,” he said.

“Young mothers … who don’t want to leave their babies behind and who, in this particular instance, could now bring their babies to school with them to attend classes. And we would also set up a daycare.”

Right now, the superintendent thinks they can reasonably set up 10 apartments for this purpose at Frontier Collegiate, although the building they have in mind for the project will require a lot of renovations.

As such, Klassen said they are applying for government funding to make this program happen and are in the process of collecting data about young mothers in the division to help bolster their case.

Even though they still have to clear a lot of hurdles, Klassen said he would like to have this program set up and ready to go by

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Reg Klassen Frontier School Division chief superintendent Reg Klassen said a planned program at Frontier Collegiate in Cranberry Portage could help young mothers get their high school diplomas if it gets off the ground.

September 2020.

“Frontier School Division is constantly looking for solutions to ensure that

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The Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba invites applications for a part-time Outreach Worker for Thompson and the surrounding area. Lived experience with anxiety is required. Duties include peer support, facilitating support groups, giving presentations on anxiety, and facilitating Cognitive Behaviour Programs (training provided). Please forward cover letters and resumes to director@adam.mb.ca Mary Williams Executive Director

AREA 4 Cranberry Portage Elementary School Grade 7-8 English Language Arts & Mathematics Teacher (Half-Time)

TITLE: Foot Care Nurse – FT Permanent – New Position LPN RN/BN

Job Summary The FCWC Home and Community Care Department is seeking a nurse for the recently announced foot care program. This is a new program focusing on providing foot care service directly within the NCN community. At this time we are seeking a self-directed and self-motivated person with knowledge and background in Foot Care, with experience in organization, planning, implementation and program evaluation. Experience with presenting workshops and public speaking is required. This position will work on a fulltime basis with community members, collaterals, and the FCWC Health Team.

The Foot Care Nurse will fall under the general direction of Director of Health

Qualifications: • Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse Licensed Technician: • Current registration and in good standing with respective • Licensed Heavy Equipment Technician. regulatory body in the province of Manitoba • Graduate of a certified foot care course or willing to obtain on • Perform shop and field repairs to all Surface and U/G Epiroc commencing employment Equipment as required.

• Current BLS certification • Machine audits as required.

• Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check to • Developing and maintaining a positive relationship with machine be submitted • Knowledge and respect for the culture, traditions and customs operators and customer representatives. of the local First Nation communities.

• Daily time entry.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office–Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Daily shift reports.

• Must have a valid class 5 Manitoba Drivers’ License at all times Frontier School Division seeking applicants to join the • Other duties asisassigned and required to maintain the and contract. be willing to travel “Frontier Family” for the following position: • Ability to speak an aboriginal language would be an asset.

Schedule: Area 1 Office (Thompson) All resumes should be accompanied with a cover letter indicating Area Maintenance Supervisor your expression of interest.

• 5 days a week ,Monday to Friday Reporting to the Manager of Facilities and Maintenance, the SALARY RANGE: 72,307 – 79,318 Area Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for managing CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm – April 12, 2019 Skills and Experience: all Area 1 maintenance programs, services and staff. This Submit all • 2-3 years of experience. position is based in Thompson, Manitoba but requires Applications to: Amanda LeDrew • Great communication problem extensive travel within Area 1 toand Brochet, Crosssolving Lake, skills.

Director of Human Resources Gillam, Ilford, Leaf Rapids, Wabowden, South Indian Lake, • Proven and motivated self-starter who is able to work with minimal amanda@ncnwellness.ca Pikwitonei, Thicket Portage and Lynn Lake.

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Country and City description Thompson, Manitoba PROFESSIONAL

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Application Details: AWASIS AGENCY Recruiting Manager: Henri Beck OF NORTHERN MANITOBA HR Manager:UNIT: Nathalie Gaudet THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE (TCO)

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE (TCO) LOCATION: THOMPSON, MB

LOCATION: THOMPSON, MB

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Position: Administrative Support Clerk and henri.beck@epiroc.com Position: File Clerk samuels@epiroc.com One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position The Administrative Support Clerk is responsible to provide Deadline: March 16 , 2018 administrative support services to the Agency staff and projects.

The incumbent is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgement in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on matters.

Qualifications: · Relative post-secondary education such as a diploma or certificate in an administrative/office course or a combination of education/experience will be considered. · Minimum of 2 years in administration required. · Effective written and verbal communication skills. · Computer literacy, including effective working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required. · Ability to use general office equipment efficiently and effectively. · Superior time management and multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision. · Pro-active with an ability to work under own initiative with minimal direction, as well as within a team setting. · Willingness and ability to undertake training needed in order to fulfil the changing requirements of the job. · Motivated individual with proven initiative.

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

Reporting to the Supervisor of Administrative Services, the File Clerk is responsible for organizing and maintaining an accurate filing system at the Thompson Central Office by classifying, coding, crossreferencing, logging and storing records timely and appropriately. The file clerk is expected to take a lead role in ensuring an effective and up to date filing system is in place and in compliance with standards.

Qualifications: · High School Diploma · Previous experience as a File Clerk · Experience working in a child and family services environment is preferred · Must have excellent attention to detail · Good written and verbal communication skills · Organizational, time management and prioritizing skills · Demonstrated ability to problem solve and meet deadlines · Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook · Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting · Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values

Working Conditions: · Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Check and Driver’s Abstract · Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information · Must be willing to travel · Must have a valid driver’s license and access to vehicle

Working Conditions: · Must be able to work in a fast paced environment · Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information · Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable · Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check

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

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

Closing date: Friday, April 12, 2019

Closing date: Friday, April 12, 2019

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

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2019-015 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition Number 2019-015 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2019-014 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition Number 2019-014 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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The School District of Mystery Lake invites applications for Casual, District Clerical/ Secretarial Substitute & Support Positions

The School District of Mystery Lake is looking for energetic Celebrate Education Week: Clerical/Secretarial April 16-20, 2018 individuals for Casual, District Substitute and Support positions.

The Board of Trustees invites you to celebrate Preferred Education qualifications Weekinclude: 2018 in our schools. • Grade 12 academic standing Happy Education Week to all of the District staff. successful experience secretarial or • Demonstrated It takes everyone to supportinour administrativestudents positionsinor combination their learning. of education and experience.

Thank you for all that you do to • A keyboarding speed 50 of w.p.m. enrich the of lives our students. • Proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and familiarity with accounting “You can teach a student a lesson for a day; applications is an but if you canasset. teach him to learn by creating • Proven organizational skills and ability process to work in a curiosity, he will continue thethe learning fast paced environment. as long as he lives.â€? Clay P. Bedford • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Strong interpersonal and decision Thank you. making skills. • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player.

Board of Trustees provide toMystery DistrictLake schools in a • Ability toThe Schoolsupport District of wide variety of functions relating to reception, word processing, filing, mail, purchasing, student record keeping, first aid, library duties and secretarial support to school administration. • Ability to work well with school administrators, teachers, students and the public. • Ability to provide support for reception/clerical/secretarial/ accounting/print shop and library technician positions within the district as necessary. • Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality. • Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are required.

The rate of pay for positions covered is outlined in the 8223-00 Collective Bargaining Agreement located on the district website.

For further information, please contact: Tami Bodnaryk, District Accountant at the School Board Office at 204-677-6113 Please apply on our website at www.mysterynet. mb.ca and select Job Centre.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, April 5, 2019 at 4:30 pm We thank you for your application however only applicants shortlisted will be contacted.

TITLE: Finance Support Clerk – CL2 1FT Permanent SUMMARY: Under the supervision of Chief Financial Officer the Finance Support Clerk is responsible for preparing of account receivables and payables are approved and sent for payment.

Responding to inquiries from social workers, health staff, suppliers and other government accounting personnel regarding the business activities of the FCWC office.

DUTIES: • Verifies approvals, calculations and matches invoice to purchase orders; redirects invoices and disbursement with discrepancies • CIC Activity tracking/requests • Filing • Purchase Orders, issue and manage • Matching & Preparing Invoices for entry • Vendor statement reconciliation assistance • Issue revenue receipts for funds received • Billing reconciliation assistance • Travel arrangements • Prepares and distributes accounts payable cheques • Other Duties as Assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Strong organizational skills • Computer applications related to the work • Managing multiple tasks, often with competing deadlines • Handling difficult and sensitive situations, using sound, independent judgment within specific guidelines and regulations • Ability to take direction • Communicating effectively with co-workers, subordinates, superiors, the general public, representatives of other organizations and others sufficient to exchange or convey information • Grade 12 diploma preferred. • Minimum of 6-month experience on the job • Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered • Ability to set priorities and work in a team setting • Ability to remain positive and enthusiastic under stressful conditions • Well-developed written and oral communications. • A Criminal and Child Abuse Registry check are required of all FCWC positions Transportation is available from Thompson to Nelson House Daily SALARY RANGE: 34,236.00 – 39,797.00 CLOSING DATE: 4:30pm April 12th, 2019 Submit All Applications to: Amanda LeDrew Director of Human Resources

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Nelson House, MB. Phone: 484-2341 Fax: 484-2351 amanda@ncnwellness.ca

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TITLE: Public Health Nurse - Nelson House 1FT Permanent RN/BN- EXTENDED

Job Summary Implement a community health program comprised of activities such as immunizations, maternal and child health, infections and disease control, and health surveillances in order to reduce high morbidity and mortality rates and to contribute to improve standards of health in the community by maintaining a regular immunizations program. Employee will use current knowledge and keep abreast of new developments regarding environmental health issues in the areas of safety and of any developments that may require any immediate warning.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities • Experience in community health/public health with emphasis in health protection/illness prevention, health and community development. • Must possess thorough knowledge of and skill in the application of nursing theory, practices, principles and techniques employed in the field of public health and related programs. • Ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of others. • Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. • Ability to prioritize needs and organize work to accomplish workload. • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications: • Active Registration with College of Registered Nurses Manitoba Registration and experience in public health. • Knowledgeable of community based programming and First Nations culture, traditions & values. • Valid driver’s license, CPR & satisfactory criminal record check & child abuse registry check upon hire.

Transportation is available from Thompson to Nelson House Daily SALARY RANGE: 72,673 – 79,467 CLOSING DATE: 4:30pm April 12th, 2019 Submit all Applications to: Amanda LeDrew Director of Human Resources Family & Community Wellness Centre Nelson House, MB. Phone: 484-2341 Fax: 484-2351 amanda@ncnwellness.ca

TITLE: Home and Community Care Nurse – LPN or RN/BN EXTENDED (2 Full Time/Permanent)

Job Summary The Nisichawayasihk First Nation is seeking a Home & Community Care Nurse. Working within the context of a client & family centered health care delivery model; based on a philosophy of self-care management and in accordance with the vision and values of the Family and Community Wellness Centre Inc. and in accordance with CRNM/CLPNM, Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics and Manitoba Health. The nurse will comply with the practice standards, service delivery plans, delivery and evaluation of the care needs of acutely, chronically and terminally ill clients in the community settings, initiating referrals to other professionals or agencies where required.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities • Knowledge of acute and chronic disease management in First Nations Communities • Advanced nursing assessment and care plan maintenance skills • Ability to adapt clinical and professional skills to the home and community settings • Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team • Ability to prioritize needs and organize work to accomplish workload • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, ability to speak Cree would be an asset Qualifications • Active Registration with College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba or College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba Registry. • Two years’ experience as a Home Care Nurse or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience. • Knowledgeable of community based programming and First Nations culture, traditions & values. • Valid Driver’s License, BLS/CPR & satisfactory criminal records check & child abuse registry check. • Wound Care Certification would be considered an asset • Foot Care Certification would be considered an asset If you are a resident of Thompson transportation is provided daily to and from Nelson House.

Hours of operation are Mon – Fri 0830 – 1600 SALARY RANGE: CLOSING DATE: Submit all Applications to:

72,307 – 79,318 4:30 pm – April 12, 2019 Amanda LeDrew Director of Human Resources amanda@ncnwellness.ca Family & Community Wellness Centre Nelson House, MB R0B 1A0 Phone: 204-484-2341 Fax: 204-484-2351

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Requirements: • Position requires someone who can work flexible hours • Ability to lift 50 lbs • Automotive aftermarket and parts supply background and/or knowledge preferred • Capable of recognizing parts numbers Louisiana-Pacifi c, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally • Strong communication skills friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently • Strong attention to detail, comfortable with technology seeking Labourers at our Swan Valley SmartSideŽ, Swan Valley, Minitonas

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Qualifi cations: dsigurdson@napacanada.com ThePlease email your resume to successful candidate must possess the following or drop off at 27 Hayes Rd qualifications; 204-677-4518 • Good written and verbal communication skills • Physically fit to perform all duties • Ability to multitask and problem solve • Ability to operate equipment as required • Computer literacy will be considered an asset PROFESSIONAL • Valid driver’s license EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY • Shiftwork

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Worker accordance the Collective Bargaining Louisiana Pacifi c is an Two (2) Full-Time Permanent Positions equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for Reporting to a Unit Supervisor the Regional Child & Family Services interviews will be contacted.

Candidates will procedures be subject Worker is responsible to implement the policies, to successful completion of comprehensive background and specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern screening and health checks.

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Room (OR). This will require expertise in developing and maintaining excellent Working Conditions: working relationships with a broad range of individuals and organizations. The Must be able to work in a fast paced environment OR¡ Dental Assistant will function within the provisions of the Vision, Mission, ¡ Must demonstrate a strong work ethic andRegion be reliable Values, policies and procedures of the Northern Health (NHR) and will¡ incorporate NHR core competencies into working practice (Customer/ Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive Client Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and information Collaboration, Development of Self and Others, and Adaptability).

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The¡ incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract to all Northern Health Region policies and procedures. ¡ Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Qualifications: t Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee Grade 12 education or equivalent t benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and Successful completion of a recognized Dental Assistant Program required t Current active practicing registration with Manitoba Dental Association t experience Excellent knowledge of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet) Closing Date: Wednesday, April 17, t Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a2019 Dental Assistant required t Previous experience working with Pediatric cases preferred Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, t Ability to speak Cree an asset

therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

For complete list of qualifications please visit our website www.nrha.ca.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference

Competition Number 2019-019 on your resume/cover letter in

Please submit resume by February 2, 2018 to: confidence to: Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer Human 867 Thompson Drive SouthResources Department Thompson, MBAwasis R8N 1Z4Agency of Northern Manitoba Fax: (204) 778-1477 Competition #2019-019 Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 $BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF

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> Regional Manager – Support Services Permanent • Full-time (1.0 FTE) Flin Flon, The Pas, or Thompson (Position can be based at any of the three sites) The Regional Manager Support Services is responsible for the organization and management of Regional Support Services Departments which includes: Laundry, Housekeeping and Food Services. Primary responsibilities relate to departmental management, human resource management, fiscal management, policy development, program planning, quality management, equipment/ supplies/space management, environmental management, in-service/education, professional development, committee participation and communication.

This position requires provision of service and travel to outlying communities.

Qualifications: • Grade 12 education or equivalent • Diploma in a recognized two (2) year Food Service Supervision course or equivalent post-secondary education • Graduate of a recognized post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, or related courses from an accredited College or University • Must have a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel the region year round • Certificate in Advanced Food Safety Training • Two (2) years supervisory experience For complete list of qualifications, please visit our website: www.northernhealthregion.ca.

Please submit resume by April 24, 2019 to: Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer 867 Thompson Drive South, Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Fax: (204) 778-1477 Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Executive Assistant Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. is seeking (1) full time permanent Executive Assistant in our Cross Lake Office. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment.

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the Executive Assistant provides executive support services to the Executive Director and Board of Directors for Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. The Executive Assistant will assist in special projects for the Executive Director. The Executive Assistant requires knowledge of policies, procedures and CFS legislation. The incumbent must possess qualities of an individual who is confident in their analytical and organizational skills, and enthusiastic about applying these skills towards innovative purposes. A high degree of maturity and confidentiality will be required of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS: • A combination of related post-secondary education and experience is required • Experience in Child & Family Services would be considered an asset • Strong interpersonal skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Excellent oral and written communications skills • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, 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 WORKING CONDITIONS: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information • Must be willing to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Your cover letter and resume must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please submit three references at the time of application.

Salary: Based on qualifications Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

Apply to: Advertisement # NAA135 Attention: Hiring Committee Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. P.O. Box 388 Cross Lake, MB. R0B 0J0 Or for more information contact: Gloria Mckay, HR Coordinator Phone: 204-676-3902, ext. 104 Fax: 204-676-3251 Email: gmckay@nikanaa.ca “We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.”

> Booking Clerk Permanent Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Northern Consultation Clinic • Thompson General Hospital Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, Northern Consultation Clinic, the Booking Clerk is responsible for performing functions pertaining to the booking of all specialty clinics ensuring timeliness, accuracy and quality services to patients. The booking clerk liaises closely with Medical, Nursing and support staff to ensure that the clinics run smoothly. The clerk also performs receptionist duties as required.

Qualifications: • Preference given to graduate of a Medical Office Assistant course. Those applicants with a Grade 12 diploma, supplemented by completion of office/secretarial training from an approved business school or college will be considered • Medical Terminology course is required • Excellent computer skills, experience with Windows, MS Office (all aspects) • Knowledge of Health Suite and WinCis preferred • Ability to communicate effectively with the general public and other members of the Northern Consultation Clinic team • Pleasant and efficient telephone manner • Flexible – able to multi-task and prioritize For complete list of qualifications, please visit our website: www.northernhealthregion.ca.

Please submit resume by April 15, 2019 to: Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer 867 Thompson Drive South, Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Fax: (204) 778-1477 Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca

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 Indigenous learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.

ADULT LEARNING CENTRE INSTRUCTOR Full-Time Regular Position Thompson, Manitoba Competition No: 19-024 Closing Date: April 26, 2019

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

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Job Opportunity: CEO/ Executive Director Financial/Administrative Assistant Career posting The Executive Director/CEO is the key management leader of The Juniper Centre. The Executiv Juniper Inc. Director/CEO is responsible for overseeing theCentre administration, programs and strategic plan the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. Th Director of Juniper Centre offers rewarding work environment, come join position reports The directly to the Board of aDirectors. our team.

Protection Services The Juniper Centre was established in 1975 and is a Non-Profit Organization that supports ov 40 adults living with developmental General Definition disabilities in our day and residential programs. The Junip Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc., is seeking (1) one full timeemploys aprox 100 full time/part-time and summer students. The Juniper Centre has a Centre permanent position of a Director of Protection Services.

The assistant is an outcentres. of scope position operating budget of Finance/administrative $4 million and oversees over 10 cost responsible for directly supporting CFO and general assistance to Reporting to the Executive Director as a member of the the other members of the management team. senior management team, the Director of Services will plan, GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: organize and direct all aspects of service delivery for assigned 1) Board Governance: Worksqualifications with board in order to fulfill the organization mission.

Pre-requisite units. This includes providing strategies and vision for the Responsible for leading The Juniper Centre in a manner that supports and guides th • department in providing child protection services in a manner All applicants must able provide clear criminal record check organization’s mission as defibe ned bytothe Boarda of Directors. which is culturally appropriate. The Director of Services and child abuse registry check, and adult abuse registry check.

• Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely an will lead the development of the service delivery units to accurate manner, all information for the Board functionvehicle properly and to mak continuous improvement.

Must have a valid class 5necessary driver’s license and use oftopersonal informed decisions. required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financi • Direct the activities of assigned service delivery2)units Physically able to handle (but not limited to) repetitive office work health of the organization.

• Supervise and manage Unit Supervisors and lifting/carrying office equipment/supplies.

Responsible for the fiscal integrity of the Juniper Centre, to include submission to the Boa • • Promote best practices in child welfare protection of a proposed annualand budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately refle services Education Experience the financial condition of the organization.

• Advise senior management regarding policy development Preference be given tothat applicants withanticipates post-secondary • Analyze and synthesize quarterly reports and report • back Responsible for fiscal will management generally operating within the approve education in officeresource administration and accounting, and who of have to the Executive Director budget, ensures maximum utilization, and maintenance the organization in previous experience working with people living with disabilities. A • Liaise with external collaterals on behalf of the agency positive financial position. combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Expenditure of budget related to the assigned •service Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support Junip delivery units Centre’s mission.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities QUALIFICATIONS: 3) Organization Mission and Strategy: Works with board and staff to ensure that the mission Integrity, credibility, and a and commitment to the social sector • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) fulfilled through •programs, strategic planning community outreach. with a passion for a mission-driven • Master of Social Work (MSW) an asset Responsible for implementation of working Juniper in Centre’s programsenvironment that carry out the organization • • Collaborative and flexible with a strong service mentality • In-depth knowledge of Child and Family Services Act, mission and the Effective VPA. written and verbal communicator • Standards, and Regulations • Responsible strategic planning ensure that the Juniper Centre can successfully ful • for Self-starter with the to ability to multi-task while being highly • 5+ years of experience of child welfare protection services its Mission into the future. detail-oriented • Child welfare supervisory and training experience • for the An understanding culture image by being active and visible in th Responsible enhancement of of Northern Juniper Centre’s • • Knowledge of or work experience in northern Manitoba community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private organization communities preferred A proficient knowledge in the following areas: 4) Organization Operations. Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that th • Demonstrated understanding and respect for Indigenous operations of the• organization Computerare skillsappropriate. including computerized accounting programs, culture spreadsheets, Office suites, and word processing.

Experience • asset Responsible effective administration of Juniper Centre operations.

• Ability to speak the Cree language is considered an with Microsoft Office 2010of+ and Simply accounting are a • Responsible for the hiring and retention competent, qualifi ed staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS: benefit.

• Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entere • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact Check, Criminal • Accounts payable and receivable into and on•behalf of the organization.

Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Driver’s Generally accepted accounting principles • years Preparation of financial statements and reports Abstract prior to employment • Five or more senior nonprofi t management experience • Administration of employeeskills, benefits • Travel required Solid, hands-on, budget management including budget preparation, analysi • • Payroll systems and reporting • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with decision-making and reporting • Office administration sensitive information • Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development an • • A valid driver’s license and access to vehicle requiredtask facilitation Demonstrable skill in: Your cover letter and resume must clearly indicate how • you Ability to convey a vision of Juniper Centre’s strategic future to staff, board, voluntee Time management and organization meet the qualifications. Please submit three references and at donors• • Stress management the time of application.

• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to nonprofit sector Salary: Nikan Awasisak Agency offers a competitive• salary Skills to collaborate with and board members and other volunteers Essential Duties andmotivate Responsibilities and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate • Strong written and oral communication skills with education and experience Ensure the duties of the position are met in an accurate and timely • Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups manner Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, May 1, 2019 • Demonstrated ability toaccounts overseepayable and collaborate withreceivable staff Maintain the and accounts systems in at 4:00 p.m. order to ensure complete and accurate records of all moneys • Strong public speaking ability Apply to: Support efficient and effective office management Report to the Financial Officer and Senior Management Advertisement # NAA136 Job Responsibilities: Assist in agency fundraising Attention: Hiring Committee Working collaboratively with the CBA operation of annual budget.

Responsible for reporting to the appropria 1. Planning and Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. Perform all other duties as assigned my management governing bodies.

P.O. Box 388 2. Establishing employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions an Cross Lake, MB. R0B 0J0 Salary Range for the day-to-day operation of the nonprofit.

Or for more information contact: 3. Serving as Salary the Juniper Centre’s primary on spokesperson to the organization’s constituent range will be dependent applicant’s qualifications and Gloria Mckay, HR Coordinator the media and the general public. experience.

Phone: 204-676-3902, ext. 104 4. Establish and maintain relationships with various organizations throughout the province an Fax: 204-676-3251 Juniper Centre offers a competitive benefits package. utilize thoseThe relationships to strategically enhance the Juniper Centre’s Mission.

Email: gmckay@nikanaa.ca 5. Report to and work closely with the Board of Directors to seek their involvement in polic Start Date Patrick Wood, Associate Director decisions, fundraising and to increase the overall visibility of the agency throughout the regio TBD Phone: 204-676-3902, ext. 117 6. Supervise, collaborate with organization staff.

Fax: 204-676-3251 Please submit resume to Trina Reid , CFO, Juniper Centre Inc, 108 7. Strategic planning and implementation.

Email: pwood@nikanaa.ca Nelson Road 204-677-2970 ext 6 or email cfo@junipercentre.org by 8. Oversee organization Board and committee meetings.

“We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected Monday, April 15, 2019, 3pm.

9. Oversee marketing otherPosition/ communications efforts.

Note: Outand of Scope Non Unionized for further consideration will be contacted.”

10. Review contracts for services.

11. Working collaboratively with the union.

12. Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.

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