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City getting $235,000 for transit infrastructure projects The City of Thompson is receiving $235,681 from the provincial and federal governments for transitrelated projects including a handivan, a bus, two bus shelters and transit signs, it was announced March 31.

The two levels of government are providing three-quarters of the cost for the new signs, new shelters and new handivan and about 30 per cent of the cost of a new bus.

"Investments in public transit infrastructure make it possible for Canadian communities to build the new urban transit networks and service extensions that will transform the way that Canadians live, move and work," said federal Minister of Natural Resources Jim Carr. "The government of Canada is working closely with the government of Manitoba and municipalities to invest in important transit initiatives that will strengthen communities across the province. Today's investment will grow the middle-class and foster long-term prosperity, while helping get Manitobans to their daily activities reliably and on time."

The city, which set aside $125,000 during last year's budget deliberations for the purchase of a new handivan, will only have to pay $31,250 of that cost, with the province chipping in one-

quarter of the price and the federal government contributing half the cost, or $62,500.

The federal government will cover 50 per cent of the $10,000 price tag for new transit signs, with the city and province each paying $2,500.

Half of the $20,000 cost of two new bus shelters will come from the feds, with the city and province paying $5,000 each.

The federal government will contribute $79,621 for the purchase of a new bus and the province will cover $39,810, leaving the city to cover the remaining $280,569 of the anticipated $400,000 cost.

The city has not yet decided where the new bus shelters will go and doesn't yet have a timeline for the purchase of a handivan.

"We are pleased to partner with the federal government and municipalities to support safe, reliable and accessible public transit infrastructure throughout Manitoba," said Manitoba Indigenous and Municipal Relations Minister Eileen Clarke. "Our government continues to work with municipalities to streamline the infrastructure application process and ensure that municipalities have a fair say on local decisions, while ensuring that investments are strategic and deliver value for

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Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Gurpreet Sidhu Westwood Elementary School Grade 5 student Harshan Sidhu won three awards at the Northern Manitoba regional science fair in Flin Flon April 7-8, including Best in Fair, Best in Grade 4-6 Life Sciences and the gold medal in Grade 5 Life Sciences for his project "Choosing the Right Sugar for Diabetic Patients," which included a method to find the glucose content of different foods and an app he developed called "sugarNsmoothie" that people with diabetes can use to find the glucose content of different foods before eating them.

Manitoba taxpayers."

The projects were among $6.6 million spending announced for Manitoba through the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF). The federal government is contributing up to $3,109,628 of that total, with the province responsible for $1,554,810 and municipalities the remaining $2,014,449.

The spending is part of a bilateral agreement between the Canadian and Manitoba governments announced last July, and are in addition to approximately $102 million of spending on four public transit projects and 23 water and wastewater projects announced at that time.

"Public transit is im-

portant to Manitoba municipalities throughout the province," said Association of Manitoba Municipalities president Chris Goertzen.

"Today's announcement of funding for public transit and handivan services will help municipalities ensure residents, including those with mobility issues, have access to high quality transportation options."

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OBITUARIES MARY RAVENA JOHNSON (MERCER-BEEBE) November 16, 1944 – March 3, 2017 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beautiful mother Mary at the age of 72; she is predeceased by her husband Mel Johnson, mom and dad John and Martha Beebe (Kennedy), sister Minnie Chartier, son-in-law Roy Howard, family and friends that have all gone before her.

Left to mourn are her children Fred Johnson, Melville Johnson (Ruby), Sandi Howard (Troy) and her special nephew Todd Beebe.

Sisters; Gladys Deschenes (Don), Grace Briem, Anne Derby (Dan), Olive Meilleur (Maurice), Patsy Godin (Dale), Florence Fraser.

Brothers Rudy Mercer (Margaret), Carlo Beebe, Barney Chartier and Glenn Beebe (Luana). Grandchildren; Rikki (Brittney), Alex, Sheldin, Taylor and great-grand daughter Ciarra. As well as numerous nieces, nephews extended family members, god-children and her friends.

Mary was born, raised and married in Wabowden Manitoba; she relocated to Thompson for the remainder of her life, for over 20 years. Mary’s true loves were her grandchildren and great granddaughter; she would often tell stories over and over again because she was so proud. Mary had a love for sports; the NHL, CFL, golf, ¿gure skating, curling, King Miners on Shaw, and she never missed the Olympics. Mary was an avid reader, she loved to sing and play guitar, and she enjoyed doing crafts, going to bingo and she was always tending to her plants. Mary will be missed by all who knew her, especially those that spoke to her on the phone regularly.

On March 5 family and friends gathered together to say their goodbyes; heartfelt hymns were sung by Robert (Bugsy) Ducharme and Kevin McKay, and an inspirational prayer by Freda Lepine.

Unfortunately due to the snow storm, funeral arrangements were postponed and a memorial will take place this summer in Wabowden.

Mary’s wishes were to be cremated and buried with her husband Mel. Thank you to the TGH staff and Northland/Boardman Funeral Home.

A special thank you to the entire community of Wabowden, to all our family members, friends and co-workers that have given their love and support to our family. We also want to thank all those that have travelled here to be with us and those that could not make it. All the kind words, cards, food and other contributions were all very much appreciated, we cannot thank everyone enough.

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Manitoba Hydro started voluntary departure program April 10 Manitoba Hydro workers will have six weeks beginning April 10 to apply for the Crown corporation’s voluntary departure program, which is the first step towards its goal of reducing its workforce by 900 employees.

The program was announced April 6.

“The voluntary departure program is the preferred first step to achieving our target workforce reduction,” said Manitoba Hydro president and CEO

Kelvin Shepherd. “It’s fair to our employees, providing a financial incentive to those who choose to voluntarily leave the company.”

Most of the company’s employees will be eligible to apply and be considered for voluntary departure, said the news release.

Manitoba Hydro already reduced its number of vice-presidents by 30 per cent in an executive restructuring in Febru-

ary and then completed a second review of its management structure, eliminating 15 per cent of positions reporting directly to vice-presidents.

“Reducing our costs is important but maintaining safe, reliable service to our customers remains paramount,” said Shepherd. “To build a stronger, financially stable, more customer-focused Manitoba Hydro, we will need to continue to have a strong base of skilled

No victims of bar fight have contacted police Thompson RCMP are asking for information about a fight at the Regal Beagle in the Burntwood Hotel April 8.

Police responded to a report of a fight at the Regal Beagle around 12:30 a.m.

April 8. The bar was emptying when they arrived and police were told it was being shut down for the night.

Videos of the fight have been posted on social media.

Thompson RCMP police community relations officer Const. Sandy Deibert said in an April 10 email that no victims have come forward to police and that anyone with information about the incident can contact the Thompson RCMP detachment.

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IIU examining allegations of inappropriate touching during arrest An allegation of two RCMP officers inappropriately touching a woman during an arrest is being investigated by the Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU).

The allegation dates back to an arrest in October, when the woman accused the officers of misconduct while she was in custody and filed a complaint with the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the RCMP for investigation.

On March 31, the woman alleged that had been touched inappropriately while police searched her at the time of her arrest. The RCMP formally notified the IIU of the allegation as provided for by section 73(1) of the Police Services Act and the IIU’s civilian director determined an independent investigation to be in the public interest.

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and talented employees to run the business and serve our customers, and I am confident that this voluntary departure program is one way to help us achieve that goal.”

Manitoba Hydro said it expects to make an application to the Public Utilities Board (PUB) for increased electrical rates by early May because cost reductions and revenue increases are necessary to address the financial challenges it faces.

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Spirit Way asks for $30K for U.K. promotion, Thompson conference

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Spirit Way board members and supporters appeared before council March 27 to request financial assistance in their efforts to market the city abroad and to hold a conference here in the fall.

The organization is seeking $30,000, including a $20,000 contribution towards its United Kingdom promotional campaign this summer and $10,000 towards its second Wolf & Carnivore Conference, scheduled for October.

The U.K promotional campaign came about after Spirit Way was approached by the organizers of a tourism promotion in Wolverhampton, England. Spirit Way’s participation would see it receive two of 30 fibreglass wolf statues being erected, which it has commissioned Jasyn Lucas to paint inspired by a theme of “celebrating Canada’s wildlife and wilderness.” One of these would be displayed in London’s Charing Cross subway station, which sees more than 150,000 people pass through every day, for a month. Spirit Way will also run a social media promotion in which people can submit selfies with any of the wolves in order to qualify for a chance to win a $30,000 trip from London to Winnipeg and then on through Thompson and Churchill.

Spirit Way treasurer Keith MacDonald says other backers including the Thompson Regional Airport Authority, the Winnipeg Airport Authority, Frontiers North Adventures, Churchill Wild and Calm Air have made donations of anywhere from $8,000 to $22,000 in support of Spirit Way’s U.K. campaign.

“They see the value added in having international exposure back to Manitoba and we do as well,” he said.

Not only will the travel prize contest help Spirit Way to develop a database of people who are interested in coming to the region, said Spirit Way president Marion Morberg, but travel packages to come to Northern Manitoba will also be offered for sale.

“WestJet has now got a direct flight from Gatwick London through to Winnipeg and they started that last year so we’re thinking that now people can come to our community much more readily,” Morberg said.

Another major event for this year is the second Wolf & Carnivore Conference, said Spirit Way project coordinator Volker Beckmann, but some of the funding sources the first such conference relied on are no longer available.

“Because there’s tighter purse strings now, some of those funds have disappeared,” Beckmann said.

Thompson Chamber of Commerce president Raj Thethy said hosting conferences is a good way to bring people and money

into Thompson in both the short and long term.

“We are expecting anywhere from 100 participants to 150 participants and the impact to the community through the hotel industry, the restaurant industry, it’s going to be close to $387,000 to $621,000,” he said.

Also on hand to support Spirit Way were Susan Harrison from the Meridian Hotel and Rob Roberts from the Mystery Lake Hotel.

“I encourage you, mayor and council, to work together with Spirit Way Inc. and to embrace these projects and events that are being offered to you by the many tireless volunteers and supporters of Spirit Way Inc. just the same way as you recently stepped into save the 2018 Manitoba Winter games,” said Harrison.

“Your contribution, whatever you decide, will speak

volumes about your vision for Thompson’s future.”

“I think the amount of monies that we’re talking about are relatively small for the potential that can grow from this and I think there’s some wonderful people involved who really invested themselves and I think to have world class intellectuals, academics here and to have people with means who are travelling the world for ecotourism come to our community, it would just be a wonderful thing,” said Roberts.

Several councillors spoke up in support of Spirit Way. “With all the economic gloom that we’re talking about down at the mine this is one of the positive spins that’ll be going on for a long time,” said Coun. Colleen Smook.

Coun. Penny Byer praised the group for thinking big.

“You’ve got some good,

out-of-the box thinking ideas, something fresh and different and I think it’s a whole bunch of fodder for more things to grow from because this can only spark more ideas as people get interested and excited and participate,” she said.

“I think if City of Thompson does not get involved it’s a shame, right mayor?” said Coun. Duncan Wong.

Mayor Dennis Fenske urged Spirit Way to also look for support from the $4.6 million fund the federal government established to build upon Northern Manitoba strengths like tourism and Arctic research.

“All of the things that you have spoken to, in regards to events, all of them check the boxes in regards to funding to increase tourism in the Norman region and, even more important, linking Churchill to Thompson,” he said.

Beckmann said demonstrating strong local support for Spirit Way initiatives is key to maintaining other partnerships.

“Corporate sponsors like Churchill Wild or government of Manitoba are putting money on the table be-

cause they see the benefit of linking with Churchill so we want to keep those relationships established so that’s why I think that the reason to show there’s broad community support is to carry those business relationships into the next year,” he said.

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Door-to-door numbers down but you can still donate to Heart & Stroke Foundation To the Editor: The Heart & Stroke Foundation’s door-to-door canvassing numbers are down for 2017. It has been a challenge this year due to weather and other situations. I would like to thank all the volunteers that did manage to get out to cover their routes. The final numbers have finally come in. This year’s total from Thompson is $11,620.70. It’s still not too late; if you wish to make a donation go to heartandstroke. ca/give or call 204-571-4080. Thanks again to our volunteers.

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Need to be more proactive in finding housing for homeless people To the Editor: Re: “ Housing a right, not a reward, says housing first advocate” on Page 1 of the April 5 Thompson Citizen. The interview with Wally Czech was most informative and enlightening. It is even more clear to me now why we as fellow Canadians need to be more proactive in housing the homeless.

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Poor turnout at public meeting but views can still be submitted

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mergency room waiting times may not be an issue at the front of mind for Thompsonites, if you judge by the attendance at a public consultation by the wait times reduction task force at the Vale Regional Community Centre April 7, which about 10 people attended.

On the other hand, it could be because it was poorly advertised and on a Friday afternoon, with at least one would-be participant arriving just as the session was wrapping up at 4:30 p.m., having heard somewhere that that was the start time.

Whatever the reason, the people in attendance, who included health care workers and First Nations members from Thompson and beyond, had plenty of concerns and suggestions on how the health care system could be improved in Northern Manitoba.

Dr. John Ross, an emergency room doctor at the Halifax Infirmary and a professor of emergency medicine at Dalhousie University, one of the co-chairs of the emergency department

wait times task force, was in Thompson for the consultation, though co-chair Dr. Alecs Chochinov was busy in Winnipeg and could not be in attendance.

Ross says he was approached by the Manitoba government to help lead this task force, in part, because of work he has done in the past with provincial health authorities regarding emergency care issues, which has shown his willingness to disrupt the system.

Much of what consultation attendees had to say about the health care system in Northern Manitoba concerned the fly-in, fly-out nature of the system, both in terms of bringing in doctors and sending out patients.

This not only disrupts continuity of care for patients, but spends money that could otherwise go to actual medical care on transportation and accommodations, while disrupting the personal lives of medical professionals and patients alike.

Ross and the Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living staff who helped him facilitate the consultation

heard that nursing was one of the Thompson General Hospital’s strengths, something that attendees felt was a function of there being nursing training available in the north, which made it more likely that people from the region could be trained in the region and remain in the region. There was also some criticism of the leadership within the Northern Regional Health Authority, with many positions having been eliminated since it was created by merging the Burntwood and NOR-MAN regional health authorities in 2012 during a restructuring of the regional health authority system provincewide.

Ross says some of his successful ideas in the past included changing how paramedics were utilized, making it possible for those with additional training to perform procedures such as emergency room triage, giving stitches and setting broken bones, which freed up nurses and doctors to take care of other matters.

He also said that he believes that he is working for the

people of Manitoba, rather than the government, and that he won’t be afraid to tell the government exactly what he thinks the system needs to improve.

The Progressive Conservative government showed April 7 that it isn’t afraid of making bold – and unpopular – moves when it announced that it would be closing some emergency rooms in Winnipeg. But for Ross and his task force cochair to give the province suggestions that will reduce the amount of time people spend waiting in hospitals for emergency care, he needs a broad base of knowledge to work from.

You may have missed your chance to tell the task force directly what you think is working and what needs to change, but you can still do so online by filling out a survey before May 5. To find the survey for the public or the ones for health care providers, go to https:// www.gov.mb.ca/health/ wtrtf.html. You can also request a paper copy of the survey by sending an email to WTRTF@gov.mb.ca.

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The wonderful things Lila does for her owner

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Carolyn Laidlaw Carolyn Laidlaw and her service dog Lila.

BY CAROLYN LAIDLAW As Lila’s owner, one question I get asked a lot is “What does Lila do for you? ” So, I thought I would address that question today.

First, in case this is your first time reading about my service dog and I, here is some information about us.

I have cerebral palsy, which means my balance is not great. If I fall, I am unable to get back up without assistance. This

could be another person or a strong object that I could pull myself up on. Then I got Lila and I no longer have to look for assistance – this fur-shedding, lovable service dog is my assistant!

Lila has been trained to respond to the command “help.” When she hears this, she positions herself horizontally in front of me. I will then tell her to “stay” and “brace.” She will hold her body firm knowing that I am about

to put my weight upon her. Don’t worry, it’s not enough to hurt her! Then I put my hands on her back and push up on her and then I am back on my feet.

When I fall to the ground, after recovering from the fall with Lila staying close, giving me kisses, I am able to get up to my knees and give her the command “help.”

Then when stable, I tell her “side” meaning go to my left and that is the side she always walks with me on.

The command “get it” tells Lila that I need something that is on the floor, or I dropped something and need help picking it back up. I simply shine my laser beam on the object I need, and she does the rest! She is a very smart dog, and when I have dropped something I use frequently, she knows the word for it! I say “stick” and Lila knows exactly what to do!

Making this amazing animal even more indispensable is her ability to help me climb stairs when there isn’t a railing to hang on to. Lila will go up to the first step when she hears the command “easy” then I tell her to “stay.” I am then able to lean on her on bring myself up to that step. When she hears “easy” again, the process is repeated on the second step. When we reach the top, I use the command

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So, in a nutshell, those are a few of the things Lila does for me. Because of her, I have an independence I never thought was possible!

I love having her by my side and I am looking forward to many years with her.

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HELP WANTED JUNIOR CLERK – R.C.M.P. The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for consideration as Junior Clerk for the R.C.M.P. detachment: The successful applicant will possess the following qualifications: Grade 12 graduate, ability to obtain R.C.M.P. security clearance, typing speed of 50 w.p.m. (minimum), familiar and competent with computers and WordPerfect word processing software, dictaphone experience (audio and digital) required, previous policing experience would be an asset, previous computer experience with the Police Information Retrieval System (PIRS), the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) and the Police Report and Occurrence System (PROS) will be considered an asset, ability to communicate effectively with the general public, previous secretarial/clerical experience would be an asset, ability to work shift work (days, afternoons, evenings, graveyard and weekends).

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BID OPPORTUNITIES Tenders/Proposals will be received by the Purchasing Agent at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB. R8N 1S6. Tender details and closing dates are as follow: Friday, April 21, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. (CST) RFT #11917 – 2017 BTC DRAINAGE WORK. Friday, April 28, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. (CST) RFT #12017 – PURCHASE OF ONE (1) UNIT NEW OR DEMO HANDIVAN BUS. Bid documents may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Agent, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB. Phone (204) 677-7974, email aadeyemi@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 has been expressly related to the Proponents. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award work to the Proponent which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

The City of Thompson invites applicants for Seasonal Labourers in the Recreation Department.

The successful candidate will have Grade 12 or equivalent and Valid Class 5 Licence. The candidate will have the ability to receive, understand and apply written and verbal instruction, to deal effectively with co-workers and have the ability to communicate effectively with the general public. Ability to do shift work is required. Employees must be available for full-time hours beyond September.

Duties include performing general manual labour on construction, repair and maintenance of the City of Thompson Parks and Recreational facilities.

SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT The City of Thompson invites applicants for Summer Students for the Recreation, Parks and Culture department for the months of June, July and August.

• SUMMER STUDENT LABOURERS • SUMMER CAMP COORDINATOR • CAMP COUNSELORS • WADING POOL ATTENDANTS Please specify the job you are applying for and return the application to City Hall.

Applications will be accepted up to and including Thursday, April 13, 2017. Those interested must complete a City of Thompson application form, available at City hall or online at www.thompson.ca.

FACILITY ATTENDANTS The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for consideration for the part-time positions of Facility Attendant for the VALE Regional Community Centre (VRCC) and the Norplex Pool: This position is responsible for receiving visitors, giving out authorized information, patrolling the change rooms, public areas and entrances, providing assistance to customers and general public by answering questions and providing directions within the facilities and equipment, and performing light cleaning duties. The Facility Attendant will be greeting user groups, ensuring meeting room set-up for meetings and events, relaying messages and recording complaints, handling dressing room keys and assignments.

The right candidate will be enthusiastic and promote a positive image of our facilities and programs. Additional qualifications include: excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, ability to work independently with little supervision, and a general knowledge of the facility operations and equipment.

Please note the position is conditional upon the successful passing of a Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

NOTICE

CITY OF THOMPSON PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING THE 2017 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 2017 at a public hearing to be held: DATE: Thursday April 20, 2017 TIME: 7:00 p.m.

PLACE: 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 5, 2017 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 5, 2017

HELP WANTED APPLICATIONS CAN BE SENT TO: Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB R8N 1S6 Fax: 204-677-7981 dkondakor@thompson.ca

The rate of pay for this part-time position is $13.17 per hour. There are no minimum hours guaranteed, and Employees may work up to 19 hours per week as scheduled.

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

Applications will be accepted up to and including Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 4:30pm. Applications are available online at www. thompson.ca or available for pick-up at City Hall.

We are dedicated to supporting healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and facilities.

The City of Thompson is committed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportunities.

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Sports

Brandi Jenkins and Amber Carriere finished second in the junior girls’ doubles event at the Margaret Barbour invitational badminton tournament in The Pas April 7-8.

Murphy Krentz and Alyssa Campbell won the senior mixed doubles event at the Margaret Barbour invitational badminton tournament in The Pas April 7-8.

Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of RDPC Athletics David King and Murphy Krentz were the senior boys’ doubles champions at the Margaret Barbour invitational badminton tournament in The Pas April 7-8.

Four event titles for RDPC at badminton tournament in The Pas

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

R.D. Parker Collegiate athletes picked up four

first-place finishes and a pair of second places at the Margaret Barbour invitational badminton tourna-

ment in The Pas April 7-8.

Alyssa Campbell finished first in the senior girls’ singles and also won the sen-

ior mixed doubles event with Murphy Krentz, who was second in the senior boys’ singles and won the

senior boys’ doubles title with partner David King.

Erica Anderson was first in the junior girls’ singles,

while Brandi Jenkins and Amber Carriere finished second in the junior girls’ doubles.

Three Norman Wolves part of Hockey Manitoba Program of Excellence spring camp

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Three members of the Thompson-based bantam AAA Norman Wolves were among 103 of the top hockey prospects born in 2002 taking part in Hockey Manitoba’s under-16 Program of Excellence spring camp in Winnipeg April 6-9.

Forward Jamie Valentino of Thompson was on the White 1 squad, while his teammates goaltender

Rylan Potkonjak and defenceman Dredyn Robinson were playing together on the Black 1 team.

Along with the 103 2002-born players, who are eligible for this year’s Western Hockey League and Manitoba Junior Hockey League bantam drafts, the Program of Excellence spring camp also included five players born in 2003 who have been identified as potential challengers for Program of Excellence

Faculty of Social Work

Northern Social Work Program The University of Manitoba, Faculty of Social Work at Thompson has EXTENDED the date for accepting applications to the Northern Social Work Program. The deadline for submitting applications is April 21, 2017. The program is scheduled to begin September 2017. Students may complete the Northern Social Work Program as a fulltime or part-time student.

The program provides post-secondary education for Residents of Northern Manitoba, in particular those who have not had the opportunity due to economic and cultural reasons, lack of formal education, linguistic barriers or residence in remote areas. Relocation to Thompson will be required.

Individuals can apply either under ACCESS or EXTERNAL categories. The ACCESS category is for mature students, 21 years or over, who have under 30 credit hours of university level courses. The EXTERNAL category is for regular students who have 30 credit hours or more of university level courses and are in good academic standing. For both categories, applicants must have resided in Northern Manitoba for 6 months or more prior to the application deadline or have been a long term resident of the North.

For information or applications contact the Faculty of Social Work at Thompson at 204-677-1450 or No Charge Dial 1-866237-5509 or visit http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/social_work/ programs/ northern/591.html

under-16 top-40 camp and roster spots.

The Program of Excellence is Hockey Manitoba’s high-performance development and selection program that leads to the formation of the U-16 Team Manitoba, which will compete at the 2017 Western Canada U-16 Challenge Cup in Calgary in October.

All players at the Program of Excellence spring camp competed in three games as well as taking part in WHL Combine testing to assess their on-ice skills and fitness.

Thompson Citizen file photos Bantam AAA Norman Wolves players Dredyn Robinson, right, Rylan Potkonjak, above, and Jamie Valentino, below, took part in Hockey Manitoba’s under-16 Program of Excellence spring camp in Winnipeg April 6-9.

SAYISI DENE FIRST NATION BI-ELECTION FOR ONE COUNCILLOR NOTICE OF NOMINATION MEETING WILL BE HELD AT BAND HALL ON THE 30TH OF APRIL, 2017 AT 1:00 PM IN TADOULE LAKE, MANITOBA. FOR ANY INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT Electoral Officer Rachel Bjorklund via email: rachelcbjorklund2017@outlook.com Phone: 204-684-2022 Monday - Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) Deputy Officer Nancy B Powderhorn Phone: 204-684-2022 Monday – Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)

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Easter Colouring Contest!

Congratulations, Isabel Carter!

Holy Week Schedule

You won a basket of Easter Goodies!

St. James Anglican Church 10 Caribou Road Palm Sunday, April 9 11:00 am - Holy Communion Wednesday, April 12 7:30 pm - Holy Communion Maundy Thursday, April 13 7:30 am - Holy Communion Good Friday, April 14 11:00 am - No Communion Saturday, April 15 7:30 am - Easter Vigil • Holy Communion & Baptism Easter Sunday, April 16 11:00 am & 7:30 pm - Holy Communion

We’d like to thank everyone who entered our Easter Colouring Contest.

We were pretty impressed with all the entries, but only one could be chosen as the winner.

We’d also like to thank our sponsors below, who made this contest possible.

St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church 114 Cree Road Holy Thursday, April 13 7:00 pm - Mass of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday, April 14 3:00 pm - Celebrations of the Lord’s Passion Holy Saturday, April 15 9:30 pm - Easter Vigil Mass Easter Sunday, April 16 10:00 am Service

Lutheran-United Church of Thompson 52 Caribou Road Good Friday, April 14 7:00 pm - Evening Service Easter Son Rise, Sunday, April 16 8:00 am - Service followed by a light breakfast (all are welcome) 10:30 am - Easter Sunday Communion Service and Baptism (all are welcome) Baptism is by pre-arrangement only

Celebrate

and

Easter

Would like to wish everyone a

HappyEaster

50 Selkirk Ave. (204) 677-4444

Thompson Pentecostal Assembly 126 Goldeye Crescent Passion Week Service Schedule April 9 - 16 at 7:00 pm Day

Location

Speaker

Palm Sunday

Thompson Pentecostal

Brent Denham

Monday

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian

Cohle Bergen

Tuesday

Salvation Army

Colton Murphy

Wednesday

Christian Centre Fellowship

Karen O’Gilvie

Thursday

First Baptist Church

Dan Murphy

Good Friday

St. John’s Lutheran-United

Murat Kuntel

Saturday

None

Easter Sunday

Thompson Pentecostal

Wishing everyone a

Happy Easter

Arnie Pederson

From all of us here at

We will have a light lunch following the Easter Sunday service, with everyone bringing dainties and TPA providing sandwiches.

70 Thompson Drive (204) 778-8879

Gateway Bible Baptist Church 159 Cree Road

JOIN US TO CELEBRATE OUR

Easter Sunday, April 16 11:00 am & 7:00 pm - Easter Service

TRADESHOW MAY 5-7 VRCC

Easter Shopping: We’ve got you covered!

CITY CENTRE MALL • 204-939-0010

MON - THU: 9 am - 9 pm • FRIDAY: 9 am - 10 pm • SATURDAY: 9 am - 9 pm • SUNDAY: 10 am - 6 pm

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Colouring contest winner Isabel Carter (right), with her little sister Marigold and her prize, an Easter basket full of delectable goodies. She picked up her entry page (top) at Lambert’s Renovations & Design. Congratulations!

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Easter Colouring Contest!

Here’s a small selection of some of the entries in this year’s contest.

It’s too bad we had to pick a winner - there are so many great ones!

Thanks again, and have a happy Easter!

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Tire Sales & Service Passenger - Light Truck - ATV - Trailer - RV - Golf Carts - Forestry Retreads - Section Repairs - Tubes - Wheel Balancing - Repairs

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90 Hayes Rd. Thompson, MB Phone 677-3925 or Toll Free 1-877-677-9955

Threepeat for Heat as Steelworkers tournament champs

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Refinery Heat scored three goals in the third period to beat the T-1 Timberdogs 4-1 for the USW Local 6166 hockey tournament championship April 7.

Rory McKie had two goals in the final for the Heat and was named the winner of the MVP trophy, which is dedicated to the memory of Wayne Zahayko.

McKie opened the scoring about midway through the opening period when he cut into the slot and fired a wrist shot into the back of the net, but the lead stood up for less than a minute before Alex Head, who won the hardest worker award in the final game, tied it up for the Timberdogs.

The teams skated through a scoreless second period before Steven Goran got the winner with 12:55 to play and McKie’s second goal doubled the lead about 30 seconds later. There were 10 minutes left to play when Dan Gibbons put the final nail in the Timberdogs championship hopes with the Heat’s fourth goal.

Jeff English and Steve Matechuk had a most-goals contest in the third-place game between the City Slickers and the Smelter Rats, with English finishing on top four goals to three and the City Slickers taking the game by a 7-3 final.

English’s hat trick marker

Rory McKie had two goals and was named the MVP as his Refinery Heat won their third straight USW Local 6166 hockey tournament championship with a 4-1 win over the T-1 Timberdogs April 7. made it a 4-1 City Slickers lead early in the third period. It was his second goal of the frame, as he had already carried the puck past a defender and wired a shot home to make it 3-1 just 40 seconds into the final period. Two more goals made it 6-1 for the City Slickers before Matechuk scored his second and third goals of the game back-to-back in under a minute to reduce his team’s deficit to three .

English got the game’s last goal with nine minutes to play.

Brett Ceppetelli opened the scoring for the City Slickers less than a minute into the game and Matechuk tied it up before English stole the puck deep in the Smelter

Rats zone and roofed it to make it 2-1 about four minutes before the first intermission.

The T-1 Oilers scored five unanswered goals, the last two into an empty net, in the final period of the consolation final to defeat the Birchtree Hooligans 6-3 for fifth place.

William Smud and Brayden Vallance each had a pair of goals for the Oilers in the third period, while Michael Markus, who got the team’s first goal in the opening frame, added another.

Ryan Keough and Pat McConnell had scored in the first period for Birchtree, with Stephen McLean making it a 3-1 Hooligans lead in the second period.

William Smud had a pair of third period goals for the T-1 Oilers in a 6-3 win over the Birchtree Hooligans in the consolation final of the USW Local 6166 hockey tournament April 7.

Thompson Citizen photos by Ian Graham Jeff English scored four goals for the City Slickers as they beat the Smelter Rats 7-3 in the USW Local 6166 hockey tournament third-place game April 7.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 201 • SERVICES STRUGGLING WITH DEBT? LET OUR FAMILY HELP YOUR FAMILY Understand the options available to assist with your financial situation (Arrangements with Creditors or Bankruptcy) FREE CONSULTATION

KEITH G. COLLINS LTD. Licensed Insolvency Trustee Phone 944-0187 1-800-263-0070 46a-e-tfnb

301 • HELP WANTED

183 Cree Rd, Thompson MB, R8N 0C2 Toll free: 1-800-565-2401 PH: 204-778-8387 FAX: 204-677-4087

Looking for a kitchen helper and cook.

Experience preferred.

Apply at the front desk 15-2-nb

DOAK’S BULK FUELS is looking for a driver - class 1 or 3. In town deliveries and long haul. $25 - $27 per hour plus benefit package. Send resume by fax: 204-778-4474 or drop off at 250 Station Road. 14-2-d

502 • APT/TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available immediately

9 - 35 Ashberry Place For applications

phone 204-677-5758 or fax 204-677-5803

505 • HOUSES FOR SALE FOR SALE BY OWNER 4 Minago Bay. Reduced to $100,000. If interested, call 204-348-7493. 35nb-tfn-nb

510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE WAREHOUSE--STORAGE SPACE for rent, 73 Hayes Rd., 600 sq. ft. of storage or work space. Available Sept. 1/2017.

Off of main hallway with access to washroom, next door Iron Fitness. Hydro included. Tenant cost shares water. For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516. Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing. Email: manager@friulirentals.com. 28-tfn-nb 7 SELKIRK main floor office area 1990 sq ft, will sub-divide. Lower level from 100-1000 sq ft. variety of office areas.

J.B Johnston Ventures Limited, call 204778-5511. 39-TFN-nb OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft available. Cameron/Hoe building 83 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto.

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The School District of Mystery Lake FACILITIES MANAGER POSITION The School District of Mystery Lake invites applications for the position of Facilities Manager.

The School District of Mystery Lake is situated approximately 800 kilometers north of Winnipeg in the ruggedly beautiful Canadian Shield, home to pristine rivers, lakes, wildlife and forest. The head office and only community within the School District is the vibrant city of Thompson, Manitoba, the Hub of the North. The School District has seven schools, 3100 students and an annual operating budget of $44 million dollars.

Due to a retirement we are looking for a Facilities Manager. A considerable component of this position will be to oversee major facilities projects. The Facilities Manager will develop and implement ongoing capital improvements and also lead our maintenance/custodial services staff.

The preferred candidate must possess: The successful candidate will have a record of success leading staff in the custodial, maintenance and construction fields, experience in managing small and large scale building projects, certification in and knowledge of building systems, particularly mechanical systems, comfort working in a unionized work environment and a service orientation that values our students and community. A professional engineering qualification would be an asset.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Comprehensive benefits package.

The school district will be pleased to accept all applications; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Superintendent of Human Resources and Policy.

Employment is conditional upon successful clearance through Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Records Check. Responsibility for acquiring these lies with the employee.

Please send your cover letter, resume and references by Friday, April 14, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. to: Angele Bartlett. Superintendent of Human Resources & Policy School District of Mystery Lake 408 Thompson Drive North, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0X7 Phone: 204-677-6154 Email: employment@mysterynet.mb.ca

Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health, the Wellness Coordinator will assist member First Nations in developing their own Wellness Teams, supporting and participating in current Mental Wellness programming and capacity building, providing guidance and mentorship to community based workers. The Wellness Coordinator will provide assistance to all KTC member bands as requested by the KTC communities and will assist with developing of a cultural appropriate assessment and treatment approaches.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Must possess a Degree/Diploma from a post-secondary institution in a health related or social work field with a demonstrated ability in counseling skills; experience with First Nations, community health planning, policy development and ability to build capacity within the communities; • Additional training or certification an asset i.e.: ASSIST, Critical Incident Stress Management, Mental Health First Aid First Nations and/or Psychological First Aid. Effective interpersonal and critical thinking skills required. Ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants preferred; • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with maturity and poise to interact with executives at the highest levels of government, business, and academia; • Knowledge of government policies related to self-determination of First Nations people and how these policies have affected them; • Ability to work independently and take initiative; • Minimum of 2 years of experience in management and supervision; • Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail and the ability to set priorities; • Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 applications required; • The incumbent must possess effective communication and conflictresolution skills; • Must be willing to travel on short notice to remote fly-in communities; • Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be a definite asset; • A valid Driver’s license required and access to a reliable vehicle; • Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Checks; • Child Abuse Registry Check.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to:

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MANITOBA KEEWATINOWI OKIMAKANAK INC. (MKO)

Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256 Closing Date: April 21, 2017 Late applications will not be accepted Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, April 21, 2017. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. For further information or a full job description contact Lisa Beardy, KTC Office Manager.

ASETS Administrative Assistant 12-Month Term, Possible Permanent Location: Thompson Sub-Office

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Church Services

ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 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 Sunday school 9:45 am, Coffee time at 10:40 am Church Service at 11:00 am thompsonchurch.ca 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 Pastor: Arnold (Arnie) Pedersen Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON Congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays.

Phone 204-677-4495 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 Dave Cook 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 APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 Goldeye Crescent Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 3:00 pm Sunday School 7:00 pm Evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time.

Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003 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

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc (MKO) is seeking a highly motivated individual that will perform the functions of Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training Strategy (ASETS) Administrative Assistant. The successful candidate will support the administration of ASETS programs with its MKO First Nation communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the ASETS Financial Administrator, the duties of the ASETS Administrative Assistant: • Assist the ASETS Financial Administrator to ensure that all transactions incurred by the ASETS program are processed and recorded on a regular basis; • Assist with the review of general ledger accounts and Excel spreadsheets on an as-need basis; • Perform data entry for daily transactions, and for monthly or quarterly financial reporting as required by the ASETS/MKO Contribution Agreement; • Ability to copy, cut and paste in Word documents; • Photocopying, emailing, faxing, scanning, creating pdfs, filing and other forms of record keeping; • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be computer literate and be proficient with MS Office (specifically Word and Excel); • Working knowledge of Sage 300 Advanced (ACCPAC Version 2016) or the willingness to learn computer software, is an asset; • Ability to work independently and with a team; • Attention to detail; • Ability to speak a First Nation language is a definite asset.

A comprehensive benefits package is provided. Interested candidates are invited to submit in confidence, a cover letter with resume along with at least 3 work related references by DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: April 19, 2017 @ 4:00pm Applicants should forward a cover letter, resume and three references 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 for an interview.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE CLERK Department &/or Location: THOMPSON LIQUOR MART APPLY DIRECTLY TO 131 SELKIRK AVENUE, THOMPSON, MB

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TIPI Insurance Partners is a Manitoba-based, First Nations-owned insurance operation specializing in all lines of insurance including property, liability, pension and benefits and many specialty products. We provide what we call, Total Community Coverage.

Ranked among Canada’s top employers, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries takes pride in providing its employees with safe, respectful workspaces, competitive benefits and compensation, plus excellent opportunities for advancement and growth.

We are an economic development initiative of, and for, the communities. We invest heavily in training and career development from within our member communities. TIPI provides the highest quality products and services to our members. And, importantly, we are owned by many of the groups we serve.

Find out more at mbll.ca/jobs

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JOB OPPORTUNITY - 5 Vacancies Family and Community Wellness Centre – NELSON HOUSE CHILD DEVELOPMENT WORKER – Full time/Permanent The Family and Community Wellness Centre is seeking applications for full-time Child Development Workers.

The purpose of the newly funded JP-CFI Project is to help provide support and respond to children with complex needs and their families in partnership with other professionals and agencies. These services should significantly contribute to quality of life ensuring that children, young people and their families are enabled to experience a life that is as full and as normal as possible.

Position Summary: The Child Development Worker position will provide a comprehensive community health service in conjunction with its health care team. The Child Development Worker under the supervision of the Case Manager will provide a model of service delivery for children with complex needs and their families. Such as developing tools to help the child learn life skills, assist families who have children with developmental and/or physical disabilities, provide respite services to families. Service is intended to strengthen families and support parents to care for their children at home in their own community where children grow and thrive.

Qualifications: • Health Care Aide or a ECE/Child Development background preferred; • Minimum 3 years working experience; • CPR and First Aide Certification; Valid Manitoba Driver’s License; • Knowledge of First Nations culture; • A highly-motivated individual who is innovative and has a proven ability to work with a very high degree of accuracy and attention to detail; • Excellent time management and facilitation skills; • Effective verbal and listening communications skills; • Strong leadership, critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.

Please forward your resume and a cover letter and indicate in the subject line the position you are applying for : SALARY RANGE:

33,378 – 38,693

CLOSING DATE:

4:30 pm April 21, 2017

Submit All Applications to: Amanda LeDrew Director of Human Resources amanda@ncnwellness.ca Family & Community Wellness Centre Nelson House, MB. Phone: 484-2341 Fax: 484-2351 The successful candidate must undergo and provide a Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Check upon hire.

TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE FROM THOMPSON TO NELSON HOUSE

JOB OVERVIEW Reporting to the Senior Member Service Representative (SMSR), the incumbent is responsible for operating and maintaining the Northern Manitoba Regional Office in the Thompson KTC Building. This position will appeal to those with solid organization and administrative qualities. Training for the role will be provided.

THE INCUMBENT: • must have experience working with MS Office and Excel • will be required to liaise with TIPI personnel in order to resolve issues with members • must have sound interpersonal and oral communication and service skills • will be required to maintain an up-to-date filing system • will be required to speak regularly with SMSR to review procedures • will be required to assist in organizing new member applications • will be trained for the position and be offered the opportunity to become licensed

TITLE: Payroll and Benefits Administrator/Nelson House – Nelson House JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of Chief Financial Officer the Payroll and Benefits Administrator is responsible for developing and maintaining the accounting computer system, processing organizational payroll as well as entering, updating and maintaining an accurate administration base with our benefits provider. Commuter transportation from Thompson is available if required.

DUTIES: • Maintains and updates the payroll Database by entering, updating and removing employees from payroll and benefits.

• Processes organizational payroll, reviews error reports and directs/ participates in error correction with HR Clerk.

• Prepares Monthly disbursements and reconciliations to Benefit Carriers and for all premium deductions from employees.

• Analyzes and reconciles general ledger for all benefit premiums.

• Designs and implements agency forms and time sheets.

• Processes annual increments and organizational T4’s, prepares manual checks, and issue ROE’s. within the federal/provincial legislated time frame.

• Assists in year-end audit preparation and reporting.

• Provides input towards improving service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Completion of the Payroll Management Certificate Program or Minimum of Grade 12 and completion of a recognized accounting program.

• Other combinations of Education and Experience may be considered.

• Handling difficult and sensitive situations, using sound, independent judgment within specific guidelines and regulations.

• Communicating effectively with co-workers, superiors, the general public, representatives of other organizations and others sufficient to exchange or convey information • Minimum of 2 yrs experience as a payroll clerk in a computerized payroll environment.

• 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 • Excellent organizational and time management skills • The successful completion of a Criminal and Child Abuse Registry check are required of all FCWC positions upon hire.

SALARY RANGE:

42,895 – 49,071

CLOSING DATE:

4:30 pm April 21, 2017

Submit All Applications to: Amanda LeDrew Director of Human Resources amanda@ncnwellness.ca Family & Community Wellness Centre Nelson House, MB. Phone: 484-2341 Fax: 484-2351 *******Transportation from Thompson available to successful applicant if required*******

KEY COMPETENCIES: • Post Secondary Education with a diploma/certificate in business administration and/or equivalent combination of experience and education • High organization and multi-tasking skills • Energetic, self-motivated and results-oriented Interested applicants are requested to submit a personal résumé and cover letter and three references to: info@tipipartners.com or fax to 204 949 3503 Attention: Human Resources

by May 1, 2017.

We thank all those who apply. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DIABETES INTEGRATION PROJECT NURSE (RN/LPN) – 2 FULL TIME THOMPSON, MANITOBA Are you a nurse who would enjoy providing excellent care to Manitoba’s First Nations people? Do you have a desire to support individuals living with Type 2 Diabetes? Then this is the opportunity for you. Under the auspices of the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba, the Mobile Diabetes Health Care Service Delivery Team nurse (Thompson Team) will work collectively with the Diabetes Integration Project staff to implement diabetes care, screening and treatment services in First Nation Communities in the Thompson Region.

POSITION SUMMARY: • The Diabetes Health Care Team Nurse will provide mobile diabetes care and treatment services to individuals living with Type 2 Diabetes within First Nation communities including the following: • Diabetes Complication and Risk Factor Assessment; • Medication Review/Foot Inspection/Footwear Inspection; • Assess Emotional Wellness, Nutrition and Physical Activity Screening; • Diabetes Education Counselling Services; • Capacity Building – Community Health Staff and Clients; • Referral Services/Data Entry.

The work involves extensive travel to the First Nation communities in the Keewatin Tribal Council/North Region. The incumbent must be flexible and be able to travel upon request for overnight travel up to 4 days per week.

Travelling alone may be required at times as well as occasional travel to the Southern Region.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Registered Nurse, or • Licensed Practical Nurse with relevant experience from a recognized educational institution and current registration from their respective College regulatory body; • Knowledge of 2013 Canadian Diabetes Association Clinical Practice Guidelines; • Familiarity with and ability to apply care algorithms; • Proficiency in computer software programs; • Must be professional and must maintain confidentiality at all times; • Excellent verbal/written communication skills; • Must have a valid Manitoba Driver’s License; • Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs of equipment; • Knowledge of First Nation customs, values and traditions.

CLOSING DATE: April 21, 2017 AT 4:30 P.M. (CST) Please submit a cover letter and resume identifying your qualifications, salary expectations to the attention of: Deborah Simmons, Human Resources Generalist/Governance Strategist Email: dsimmons@fnhssm.com We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter if they are from any of the following groups: women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities

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Saunders competing at racquetball Pan Am Championships in Costa Rica Thompson sports Wall of Famer Jennifer Saunders is one of seven Canadian racquetballers competing at the 2017 Pan Am Championships in San Jose Costa Rica April 8-15.

Saunders, the defending women’s national champion and holder of more women’s national championships in singles and doubles than any other Canadian woman, is the only one of the athletes competing in both the singles and doubles competitions, teaming up with Danielle Drury of Saskatoon for women’s doubles.

The other members of the team are Mike Green, Tim Landeryou, Samuel Murray, Pedro Castro and Michele Morissette. The athletes were selected based on

results from two national team selection events, the 2016 Racquetball Canada national championships and rankings on the International Racquetball tour and Ladies Pro Racquetball Tour. Saunders won both of the national team selection events this season.

“I am eager to see our team’s results of this event,” said Racquetball Canada administrator of high performance Geri Powell. “All of our athletes have strong competitive experience which will help Team Canada in their overall performance. I wish all the athletes the best at the championships.”

The annual Pan Am Championships are used as a qualifier or seeding event for the racquetball world

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: SPLIT LAKE SUB-OFFICE SPLIT LAKE, MB

Position: Family Enhancement Worker One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Summary of Position: The Family Enhancement Worker will be responsible for providing supports to families in crisis, in order to address risk and strengthen family functioning. The Family Enhancement Worker undertakes thorough assessments and comprehensive planning with families, and follows a solution focused, strength based approach to making change. The Family Enhancement Worker will utilize services, develop service plans, coordinate the services needed and arrange connections to community resources. The Family Enhancement Worker will ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with provincial legislation and standards and that all programs and services are also in accordance with the policies, procedures and specific directions/ directives of Awasis Agency.

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

Wednesday, April 26, 2017

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

TITLE: Human Resources Clerk AY2 – Nelson House Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Human Resources or designate, the Human Resources Assistant is responsible for the technical and administrative support services.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities • Provides general clerical support to the Human Resources Dept. such as arranging meetings, appointments, making reservations, travel arrangements, typing a variety of confidential written material from rough draft or verbal instructions.

• Prepares and maintains a variety of files and records, including official personnel files.

• Creates database to retrieve, input and track data and information.

Compiles data from personnel records and prepares reports using the personnel system database in the computer.

• Accepts applicants and notifies candidates regarding the outcome of selection procedures, organizes materials and sets-up rooms for interview, assists in preparing job announcements, advertising • Perform other duties as assigned.

Jennifer Saunders championships. Canada has competed in the Pan Am Championships since

1994, winning 85 medals, including 13 gold, 40 silver and 32 bronze.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: THOMPSON

Position: Program & Services Administrative Clerk – Thompson Central Office Full-Time Permanent The Program & Services Administrative Clerk is responsible to provide 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: • Related 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 fulfill the changing requirements of the job • Motivated individual with proven initiative Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in fast paced environment • Must demonstrate strong work ethic and be reliable • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information • 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 Closing date: Wednesday, April 26, 2017 Employment equity is a factor in the selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: women, indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

A cover letter indicating the position applying for and updated resume can be sent to: Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100 – 701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca

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

Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees

Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees.

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

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

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Qualifications: The successful candidate will have strong writing skills with strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work with little supervision. Successful candidate should be enthusiastic, professional, co-operative and committed attitude and have computer training and experience with Word, and Excel. Be Creative and demonstrate initiative and commitment to achieving professional information management standards. Valid Manitoba’s Drivers License & Criminal Records Check & Child Abuse Registry Check is required for all Family & Community Wellness Centre Inc. employment upon hire.

SALARY RANGE:

36,381 – 41,227

CLOSING DATE:

4:30 pm April 21, 2017

Submit All Applications to: Amanda LeDrew Director of Human Resources amanda@ncnwellness.ca Family & Community Wellness Centre Nelson House, MB. Phone: 484-2341 Fax: 484-2351 *******Transportation from Thompson available to successful applicant if required*******

THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

Help Wanted Equipment Operator Permanent Full-time / Shift work For the Thompson Regional Airport Authority Qualifications: Applicants must have experience operating heavy equipment.

Incumbent must have a valid class 3 driver’s license with the ability to obtain airbrakes. Must be able to manage and prioritize his/her workload. Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills and proven ability to work co-operatively in a team environment are essential. Knowledge in the aviation industry would be an asset. Incumbent must have a clean driver’s abstract record for seven years and provide a clean criminal record check.

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

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

Incumbent will be subjected to shift work including weekends.

Starting salary is $26.62 per hour. Closing date will be April 14th, 2017.

Apply by mail to:

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

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2017-2018 TMHA Representative Coaching Positions

Optical Assistant Thompson Eye Care is looking for a hardworking, fashion-forward individual to join our team. The successful candidate will be friendly and have excellent communications skills, in person, in writing and on the phone. We are willing to train, however, office and/or retail experience is an asset.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Competitive wages and some flexibility in hours to the right candidate. Approx. 30hrs/week.

Resumes can be dropped off at Thompson Eye Care in the Westwood Mall or emailed to tammie@thompsoneyecare.ca.

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 specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties would include managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/ follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/ short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree with experience in child welfare preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered • Strong commitment to community based service delivery • Knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Good organizational and time management skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree and/or Dene language would be an asset Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information • Must be willing to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing date: Friday, April 21, 2017 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.

A cover letter indicating the position applying for and updated resume 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

TMHA is now accepting applications for representative coaches for the 2017-2018 season.

Applications can be found at www.thompsonminorhockey.ca/page/ show/747662-coaching-resources They should be submitted to TMHA President Matthew Steeves at 175 Westwood.

The deadline for submission is April 24, 2017.

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

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

A cover letter indicating the position applying for and updated resume 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 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

kayla@thompsonford.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: THOMPSON SERVICE DELIVERY OFFICE (TSDO) THOMPSON, MB Position: Child & Family Services Worker One (1) Full-Time Term Position (to March 30, 2018) Reporting to a Unit Supervisor the Child & Family Services Worker is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties would include managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/ follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree with experience in child welfare preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered • Strong commitment to community based service delivery • Knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Good organizational and time management skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree and/or Dene language would be an asset Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information • Must be willing to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing date: Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees

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

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

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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.

A cover letter indicating the position applying for and updated resume 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 Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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