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Car fire extinguished Thompson Fire & Emergency Services responded to a car fire in the Scotiabank parking lot on Thompson Drive North around 10:30 a.m. March 31, prying open the hood so that they could douse the flames in the engine compartment.

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Book a way to preserve and pass on memories of growing up in Churchill

First Nations patients in Thompson for medical appointments can’t always find hotel rooms: Keewatin Tribal Council on behalf of the patient.

A spokesperson for Indigenous SerHotel rooms being used as accom- vices Canada (ISC) told the Citizen modations for people self-isolating that this practice is meant to ensure due to exposure to COVID-19 or after hotel rooms aren’t unnecessarily travelling out of locked-down com- reserved. munities have resulted in First Nations “As the need for medical transmembers coming to Thompson for portation varies from day to day, medical appointments being unable accommodations are arranged once to find a place to stay. the client arrives at their destination Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC), for their medical appointment,” the which administers medical travel for spokesperson said. “This ensures its 11 member First Nations, initial- limited hotel space is not depleted on ly raised the alarm about people be- appointments that have been cancelled ing stranded with nowhere to stay in or rescheduled.”

Thompson in mid-February, when a “ISC is aware that there is a shortage patient from Shamattawa couldn’t find of hotel space for clients requiring News photo

by Ian Graham a hotel room at a time when nighttime stays forNickel theirBelt medical appointments Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles has written a book about temperatures her experiences growing up, mostly in Churchill. were dropping below -45 in both Thompson and Winnipeg," degrees Celsius with the windchill. said the department spokesperson.

BY IAN GRAHAM For the harsh to write things that you have ‘Oh, I’m just as bad, right?’ was not very safelater, thingin early swallow when“We people say A afew weeks March, understand the all shortage is weather the EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET to figure out. It’s pretty clear I have all these stories and to dothe but I jumped at it.

I that Churchill residents and the dangers problem popped up again with an- result of hotels prioritizing their of usepolar Though she’s now written when I get through.”

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“My kids are not gonorth of Gillam last spring.

I think right now they’re Hudson Bay out on legiate student in front of major injuries. hicles are slowing down, as modations, meals and in-city transpor- should review the situationlooking and that to Thompson to get into ing to get it if I don’t do it you?

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Act, Thompson RCMP say. pay attention when crossing cident may be 100 per cent who do not have the ability to pay up Yassie said in a press release that there right?’

I certainly wonderful experiences are things Though notFirst there They’ve built their worlds deMeullesstructure says sheasmay The driver facesdeveloped a charge many Thompson Drive.stories be- those the fault of the driver, but at front orshe’s whose Nation does not is a need for a physical a try a lot of skill in university cause she always tells her she might not do again. any longer, her parents and there.

How would we feel to produce another. of failing to yield to a “Even when pedestrians the end of the day, the pedadminister a non-insured health bene- long-term solution and that leasing and came out of there with stories at Parks Canada in estrian “I did will somealways pretty bizarre and other family the if someone to you and “I have pedestrian. are following protocols be the her sister fits (NHIB) agreement, Manitobacameexisting housing could beanother done in book the in a very strong skill in my Churchill and at I’ve like fuel into the members said,Branch ‘I’m sorry,interim you have to me,” she says.

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Let’s First still Nations to ensure there is somewhere writing and confi dence in hounded her, ‘Please, just high Arctic at -35,” said “My cousin owns the leave your home community story, more about personprincipal Bonnie Rempel’s walk, accidents happen,” work together to prevent makes arrangements and pays invoices for First Nations patients to stay. my writing.

I write very put on tape, I will remind write it deMeulles.

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“Please this from happening here hardware store there,” she and we’re going to displace al growth and struggles. clear that’s it.and It’sguardthere. for you because your story me until after. That was a says. you somewhere else and all Maybe in the next five years emailand to parents them to push the button and on at RDPC.”

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Driver of vehicle that hit student in front of high school charged with failing to yield to a pedestrian

Some people say it’s kind of blunt or direct. I don’t tend

is going to be lost,’ and she’s never done it and I thought,

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Being on a plane full of fuel

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your loved ones and your history is gone?’”

it’s something I’ll focus on doing.”

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Over 250 cm of snow has fallen in Thompson since beginning of October

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The winter of 2020-21 has been a snowy one, with 35 per cent more snowfall from Oct.1 to March 31 than Thompson’s historical average of 187 centimetres per year.

October and February were the only two of the last six months in which less than 40 centimetres of snow fell. There were 25.2

cm in October and 28.2 in February. December saw 41.2 cm, January 41.6 and March 48.8, while November delivered a whopping 69.9 cm. Added up, that’s just a hair under 255 cm. Every month since October has seen above-average snowfall amounts.

March’s total was more than double the historical average of 23.4 cm for the

month. Nearly that much fell in one day – March 29 – when Thompson received 21.6 cm. That was less than the official record of 26.4 cm on March 16, 1996. However, snowfall amount measurements are not available from Environment Canada for March 7 and March 8, 2017, when a spring blizzard basically shut down the city, with multiple ve-

hicles abandoned where they got stuck only to be dug out a day or two later when the snow subsided.

There were at least 61 cm of snow in March that year, plus however much fell on the two days with missing data.

Only one other day last month – March 26 – saw double digit snowfall (11.6 cm) but there were nine other days with meas-

urable amounts and seven days with trace amounts.

The amount of snow on the ground at the end of March – 76 cm – is the highest since 2014, when there were 90 cm. There were 100 cm of snow on the ground at one point in March 2017 but the amount fell to 59 cm by the last day of the month.

Unfortunately for those who are already dying for

spring, there’s likely some more snow still to come before summer. Thompson’s average snowfall in April is 23 cm and in May it’s 11.2 cm. The only months of the year for which Environment Canada doesn’t have average snowfall data are July and August, though June and September only average 1.1 and three cm, respectively.

Winter food hamper program for 10 Thompson seniors made last delivery March 31 Chris Pelchat, Greg PelA program that delivered food hampers to seniors for the past four months wrapped up March 31.

The Thompson Seniors Community Resource Council (TSCRC) Food on the Table for Winter initiative began in December and provided 10 low-income and mobility-challenged participants with a $60 food hamper every week.

“Winter is hard enough on most of us older people, without the addition of COVID isolation, above-average snowfall and difficulties getting around,” said TSCRC

chat, Heather Bonner, Linda Dearman, Jean Pankratz and Molly Stapleton delivered the last food hampers for the Thompson Seniors Community Resource Council Food on the Table for Winter program March 31. Volunteers delivered approximately 250 pounds of food per week for 16 weeks since December.

The last week’s hamper was more than double in size and included cleaning products as well as food.

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chairperson Linda Dearman in a press release.

“But when you consider some seniors and elders barely have enough money to pay rent, you can understand why they may have to scrimp on the food budget. We just wanted to provide access to more healthy food choices for this group of people."

The program was made possible by a grant from the Thompson Community Foundation and a donation from ReMax Thompson.

“Food security is a real and frightening factor for many of our older population,” said volunteer Kate Roth. “It is nice to have been part of an initiative that could help alleviate that concern for some of our more senior residents.”

Other volunteers who helped deliver hampers every Wednesday in all types of weather included Jean Pankratz, Greg Pelchat, Chris Pelchat, Molly Stapleton, Cora Stapleton and Heather Bonner.

Molly Stapleton said hamper recipients appreciated the deliveries.

“Often they would look through the bag or box as if it were a birthday or Christmas present, especially the people who had a grandchild living with them,” she said.

“We couldn’t do this without volunteers,” Dearman said. “I am glad we are beginning to rebuild a volunteer base. Also, we couldn’t do this without the advice and expertise of Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre. They provided much insight on how to make this program successful.”

The TSCRC has applied for another grant and if they get it, there are plans to put food on the table of low-income seniors and elders this spring and summer, too.

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43 new northern COVID-19 cases for the previous two days announced April 5

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BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Manitoba reported 316 new lab-confirmed cases of COVD19 over the four days spanning April 2 to April 5, 113 of them in the north.

181 cases across the province from the previous 48 hours were reported April 3, including 70 from the Northern Regional Health Authority (NRHA). Three previously reported cases in the province were removed that day for a net increase of 178. An outbreak was also declared at St. Anthony’s Hospital Psychiatric Unit in The Pas on Saturday.

On April 5, the province reported 135 cases from the prior 48 hours, 43 of them from the NRHA. The new cases reported for the previous two days announced on Monday included 10 from the Island Lake health district, eight from the Flin Flon/ Snow Lake/Cranberry/Sherridon health district, six from the Thompson/Mystery Lake health district and five from the Grand Rapids/Misipawistik/Mosakahiken/Moose Lake/Easterville/ Chemawawin district.

There have now been a total of 6,080 confirmed cases of the virus in the north since the pandemic began.

Three more deaths from the virus were reported April 3 and April 5, taking the provincial total to 940. There were also two deaths from the virus announced in Manitoba on Thursday.

One of them was a woman in her 40s from the Cross Lake/ Pimicikamak health district, according to data on the provincial government’s COVID website. She is the 40th Northern Manitoba resident to die from the virus since the first confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the region was detected just over a year ago.

As of Monday at 9:30 a.m, there were 141 Manitobans in hospital due to COVID-19, 66 of them with active infections.

Thirteen of those with active infections as well as 16 who are no longer considered infectious were in intensive care. Thirty-one northerners were in hospital due the virus April 5, including 23 with active infections and nine people in intensive care, six of whom are still considered infectious.

No new variants of concern have been identified in the province since April 1 and the total remains at 270, including 235 of the B.1.1.7 or United Kingdom variant and 20 of the B.1.351 or South Africa variant, as well as 15 that have not been categorized.

The five-day test positivity rate on April 5 was 5.1 per cent.

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I didn’t get it, didn’t er prevalenceCanada, inCanada, the north. with a higher prevalence in the north. with a higher prevalence in the north. understand this dog crazy vaccination, disease prevention to the lack vaccination, of vaccination, disease prevention DueDue to the lack disease hile it may of be somewhat comforting toprevention hear, as society we live in. “Dogs Additionally,is some TB bacteria is most important.

Additionally, some bacteria most important.

Additionally, some TB TB bacteria Thompson RCMP detachment officer-in-charge of Instagram”?! “Fur the years, giving rise to forms have changed over years, giving forms have changed over thethe years, giving riserise to to forms Insp.

Chris Hastie told the Thompson Chamber of babies”?! “Pet parents”?! ant TB, which means treatment multi-drug resistant which means treatment of of multi-drug resistant TB,TB, which means treatment Commerce March 24, that the cityand couldaccompanied have a lower crime I used to think you all ted and accompanied bycomplicated severe is lengthy, complicated severe is lengthy, and accompanied by by severe severity index (CSI) score when Statistics Canada’s annual had lost your minds! To side effects. side effects. me, babies were cute, crime survey for 2020 comes out sometime later this year, t one in four people in this world know that in four people in this world DidDid youyou know that oneone in four people in this world toddlers were cute … not thehave reality is that Thompson is going to be at or near the top is World TB day, raising awarehave TB? March 24 is World TB day, raising awareTB? March 24 is World TB day, raising awaredogs. Dogs were ... just once again regardless and that the city needs to change the an opportunity to mobilize fundsan an ness and providing opportunity to mobilize funds ness and providing opportunity to mobilize funds dogs. We kept them on our way addictions-related problems are dealt with. ion. I am glad to seeTB Canada as towards TB elimination.

I am glad to see Canada towards elimination.

I am glad to see Canada as as property as protection, as More serious crimes which typically result in longer prison lobal fund to fight tuberculosis. a top donor to the global fund to fight tuberculosis. a top donor to the global fund to fight tuberculosis. guards. Of course we take mitment continues in those the future sentences for who are found guilty of them, such asfuture I hope that this commitment continues in the I hope that this commitment continues in the future our goal to stop TB. violent crimes people, more in the CSI good care of them, we feed that we meet our goal toheavily stop so so that weagainst cancan meet ourweigh goal to stop TB.TB.

not to mention the other little piles that need to be cleaned up on a regular basis. I’m now that person, who I swore I would never be, walking down the sidewalk laughing and talking to my fur baby, the little green plastic steamy bag swinging away in my hand. Yep, that’s me.

Along with my weekly repertoire of baking musthaves for the humans in the house (bran muffins and homemade granola), I have now added dog cookies. Well, if we can have them, we shelter them and calculations than less serious crimes, which resulted in a spike home-baked goodies then love them.

We pat them on Karolin Klement Karolin Klement in 2019, when there were numerous assaults with machetes in Karolin Klement why can’t she? the head and say “good Calgary Calgary Thompson. But aCalgary large number of so-called nuisance crimes And even when she’s boy.” But at the end of such as public intoxication, disorderly conduct and mischief underfoot and I’m conthe day, we go inside our Editorial alsoEditorial have a significant combined effect and, while violent homes and they find a stantly tripping over her crimes or other serious infractions, such as breaking and en- cozy place in the yard or and the squeaky toy has tering, can vary considerably from year to year, the volume the dog house to spend the been squeaked 6,000 of calls for service to Thompson RCMP has remained fairly night. Having been raised times and we can’t even consistent over the last several years, at about 20,000 annually. on a farm, that was how I hear ourselves think, and About 25 to 30 per cent of those – 5,000 or 6,000 a year – are saw it. Pets served a purthe belly rubs are incesfor nuisance crimes. sant and the game of fetch pose, had their place and If you have nowhere to live and an addiction, most com- contributed by barking to Carla Antichow and her golden retriever Remi. is never-ending and we are monly to alcohol, there’s a pretty good chance you may end up scare off intruders and untired and just want to relax ... we wouldn’t change a interacting with the police for public intoxication. And while wanted guests.

People and their dogs retriever. We paid a de- not imagine life without thing. We wouldn’t trade taking an intoxicated person off the street and into the drunk We started corres- her. We love her, we hug her for the world. We can’t made mearound roll my and eyes. forposit. tank may be safer for them than beingofleft the on thepeople streets, it workload mer councillor many reducing members, the citizens of Thompof Thompmercouncillor councillorLuke Luke manyof of thewith people workload around for reducing citizens Thompothoth ofLuke Thompmer many people workload around reducing thethe citizens of of Thompponding with the breederandand her,forwe kiss her. members, Wemembers, say remember life before her, Dogs sleeping inthe bed simultaneously is a less-than-ideal use of police resources and Robinson, who served local opposed to the plan allows for greater diwhether they belong son elected more truly son’s localRobinson, Robinson, who served opposed to the plan allows for greater diwhether they belong son elected more truly son’s who served opposed to the plan allows for greater diwhether they belong son elected more truly their owners. Dog birth- and he would update us goodbye to her as we go can’t imagine life without a less-than-ideal situation forare people with addictions while versity one term on council regular critics of viewpoints, to with the school board independent-thinking elected bodiesthe one termon oncouncil council are the regular critics versity of viewpoints, to the school board independent-thinking elected bodies one term are the regular critics versity of viewpoints, to the school board independent-thinking cute, sweet, adorable, out the door as though we her. We love her to pieces. day parties. Dog cookcontributing Thompson’s crime statistics.who attend though from 2010 totoconsidered 2014 be- proof council Ryan Land was ormelt-your-heart council, is Ryan that it was candidates whoto aren’t haveconsidered profrom 2010 2014 of council who though Land was orcouncil, council, isthat thatit itAnd candidates who have from 2010 to to 2014 be-becouncil who attend though Ryan Land is candidates aren’t puppy areorspeaking one anI finallywho get it, Iaren’t iesofpurchased from dogattend It has now been more than a year since the provincial governfore posals being defeated by the meetings and ask their mostly correct inand saywill save money.

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For the city,outoutof ofpeople people a resolution by trustee the numbers, who care about For the city, calling for such a facility. Hopefully by this time next year, it pretty much 10 years of it was dripping quickly. ity! Sometimes we just sit cake, a party, she’ll invite with Ryan theRyan other seven opthis way or other another board meetings which has ameetings budget of (and opinions onhas (the onlyone with seven op-this this way or another board meetings (andwhich which ahow budget opinions on on how how Land (the only with thethe other seven oponeone way or(and another board has a budget of ofopinions will actually beLand up and running.

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Experifive. bylaw, next stage of councillors know that they don’t the proverbial bucket, of pragmatism.

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And having RCMP officers needing to deal with as many nuisance it toeight the council floor numbers, the option and it an appears there “new blood” from being vocal taxpayers think.

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Tabled resolutions on China and MP Niki Ashton declared dead at March 29 council meeting

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

A trio of resolutions about China and Churchill-Keewatinook Aski NDP MP Niki Ashton that spent the month of March in limbo after being tabled at city council’s March 1 meeting were officially declared dead two meetings later.

The three resolutions, which were tabled during the approval of the agenda at council’s first meeting in March, called for councilSchool District of Mystery Lake

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lors to recognize and condemn human rights violations, including cultural genocide, against minorities and religious groups by the Chinese government, to lobby Ashton to adopt a more critical position regarding China, and to condemn her for her soft stance on China as well as for travelling to Greece twice during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coun. Jeff Fountain, who authored the resolutions, tried March 15 to get his

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fellow councillors to reopen the resolutions so he could rescind them, but that effort failed.

On March 29, he asked Mayor Colleen Smook to use her powers under section 1.53 of the organizational and procedural bylaw to unilaterally withdraw the motions but city manager

Anthony McInnis informed him that that wasn’t possible or necessary.

“To use section 1.53 they actually have to have been seconded," McInnis said.

Following discussions with the provincial Municipal Relations department, McInnis said the city determined that the resolutions

were effectively dead as soon as they were tabled because they hadn’t been seconded by another councillor prior to the meeting.

Resolutions can be seconded when they come up on the agenda during the course of a meeting but if they are removed from the agenda before that, they

are “basically killed on the spot,” McInnis said. “At this time they are considered dead.”

Fountain said he didn’t want to withdraw the resolutions because he didn’t stand by them but because none of his colleagues did.

“I don’t believe there’s support on council,” he said.

School board approves budget and provincial borrowing for capital projects

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The School District of Mystery Lake board of trustees approved their 202122 school year budget and provincial borrowing for a trio of capital projects at their March 23 meeting.

The budget includes revenues of $43,798,278 and expenditures of $43,997,548 and will be balanced using $239,270 from the operating surplus. The property tax requirement of $8,906,064.79 is $76,229.79 lower than the previous year’s request, said secretary-treasurer Kelly Knott.

The board also approved $717,800

of provincial borrowing. Most of this amount – $586,100 – will go toward a major addition and renovation at R.D. Parker Collegiate, while $125,000 is for district fibre installation. There is also $6,700 to complete the addition of modular classrooms at Wapanohk Community School.

This year’s operating expenditures are on track, with 52.6 per cent of the budget having been spent as of March 18, which was 65 per cent of the way through the school year. Seventytwo per cent of planned COVID-19 expenses have already been spent, however, and the district is currently

predicting a $95,342 deficit for pandemic expenditures.

“That has prompted the review of current in-year budget amounts so that we can address the deficit at this time,” said Knott. “There’s no more other surprises we’ve encountered at this point.”

Attendance was up in February, superintendent of educational services and programming Lorie Henderson told the board.

“District-wide our schools went from 75.6 to 90 per cent so attendance is fairly good at our schools right now.

We’ll see what March brings.”

Delaying bills gives public time to learn about them and raise concerns with government The Manitoba NDP recently announced that we are delaying five bills put forward by the Pallister government. Delaying these bills gives the public time to learn about them and raise any concerns they have with government in an attempt to change or repeal the legislation.

The five bills we’ve chosen to delay are: Bill 64 – the Education Modernization Act, Bill 57 – the Protection of Critical Infrastructure Act, Bill 40 – the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corporation Amendment and Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Amendment Act, Bill 35 – the Public Utilities Ratepayer Protection and Regulatory Reform Act and Bill 16 – the Labour Relations Amendment Act. We’re delaying Bill 64 for many reasons but one of the key concerns I’ve heard from constituents that contributed to its delay is that it consolidates all of the Northern school

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divisions into one. The Pallister government simply doesn’t understand that there are many different Northern communities that have unique needs and that one school division for the entire North simply won’t work. It will make it harder for parents to have a say in their children’s education, close to home.

We’re also delaying Bill 57, as it bans Manitobans’ abilities to protest at so-called “critical infrastructure” sites, including railroads, hospitals, the

legislature and more. This bill is an attack on Manitobans’ democratic rights to freely protest.

We’re delaying Bill 40, which would allow for the private sale of liquor, as it will redirect public money into private hands and will worsen the addictions crisis. This bill would move much of the annual $280 million in profits Manitoba Liquor Lotteries designates for social services, sports and addictions treatment into private hands.

We’re also delaying bills 35 and 16 to protect Manitoba Hydro workers and Manitoba ratepayers. Bill 35 removes public oversight and reduces accountability by taking away the ability for the Public Utilities Board to set hydro rates and transfers that power to the cabinet and the minister, leaving their decisions unchecked.

Bill 16 would remove the requirement for binding arbitration if a labour dispute reaches a certain

length of time. This bill will increase the likelihoods of prolonged strikes as employers can now simply wait out their employees rather than bargain with them. It will also make it easier to fire workers on a picket line without justification and makes it easier to decertify a union.

If you’re concerned about these bills or any others, I would encourage you to sign up for bill committees so that you can make yourself heard by calling 204-945-3636 and I also encourage you to reach out to the minister responsible for the bill to outline your concerns. I would also like to encourage all Manitobans to get the vaccine as soon as you are eligible to do so. Getting the vaccine will protect you against COVID-19 and will subsequently protect those who you are in close contact with.

As always, I can be contacted at Danielle.adams@ yourmanitoba.ca or by calling me at 204-677-2744.

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Public Utilities Board accepting public comments on city’s proposed new water rates until April 24

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Thompson residents with concerns or comments about the city’s proposed new water rates for 2021 have until Aril 24 to submit them via the Public Utilities Board of Manitoba (PUB) website at www. pubmanitoba.ca.

City council approved second reading of the water and wastewater rates bylaw

at their March 15 meeting by a vote of 5-3.

City manager Anthony McInnis said council was directed to proceed to second reading by the PUB, which is ultimately responsible for establishing the water and sewer rates. Between first and second reading, the PUB recalculated the numbers submitted by the city after first reading last November

and requested some minor changes in the costs listed in the bylaw.

The changes did not affect the water and sewer rates of $3.81 and $1.79, respectively, or the quarterly service charge of $22.20 per water meter, but did raise the minimum quarterly charge for customers with 15 millimetre water lines, which includes 14 cubic metres of water, to

$100.60 from $100.53. For customers with 20 to 150 mm water lines, the minimum quarterly charges have increased between 13 cents and $11.73. The changes are a result of adjustments to the commodity water and wastewater charges included in the minimum quarterly charges.

Deputy mayor Duncan Wong, who chaired the

March 15 meeting in Mayor Colleen Smook’s absence, asked for a recorded vote and was opposed to second reading along with councillors Jeff Fountain and Earl Colbourne. Councillors Les Ellsworth, Andre Proulx, Braden McMurdo, Brian Lundmark and Kathy Valentino voted in favour.

After April 24, the PUB will decide if any further notice to the public of the

proposed rates is required and whether to proceed with a public hearing or paper review process before issuing a rate order.

All comments received by the board will be considered in the board’s decision on rates to be changed.

The PUB can order the utility to charge rates that are the same, lower or higher than those requested by the city’s water utility.

MKO receives funding for project to involve men and boys in preventing gender-based violence Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak’s (MKO) missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls (MMIWG) liaison unit is one of 24 organizations across the province getting funding to provide supports and services for victims of

crime, the provincial government announced April 1.

The MKO Indigenous Men and Boys are Part of the Solution to Building Healthy and Safe Communities project will run for three years and aims to help prevent male-perpetrated

domestic violence against First Nations women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.

“We need to build new ways and initiatives that deal with and confront gender-based violence, while also empowering

NOTICEOF OF APPLICATION APPLICATION NOTICE CITY OF THOMPSON OF THOMPSON REVISEDCITY WATER AND WASTEWATER RATES THOMPSON WATER ANDWASTEWATER WASTEWATER UTILITY REVISED WATER AND RATES THOMPSON WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITY March 23, 2021

March 23, 2021 Thompson (City) (City) has to the Utilities Board (Board) revisedfor water The The CityCity of of Thompson hasapplied applied to Public the Public Utilities Boardfor (Board) revised and wastewater rates for Thompson Water and Wastewater Utility (Utility) as set out in Bywater and wastewater rates for Thompson Water and Wastewater Utility (Utility) as set law No. 2001-2020, read the first time on November 2, 2020 and second time on March 15, out in By-law 2001-2020, read the infirst time on November 2021.

RatesNo. were last approved in 2018 Board Order No. 171/18. 2, 2020 and second time on March 15, 2021. Rates were last approved in 2018 in Board Order No. 171/18.

The current and proposed rates are as follows:

The current and proposed rates are as follows: Current Rates

By-Law -19742018 Quarterly Service Charge $ 23.74 Water (per cubic meter) $ 3.42 Wastewater (per cubic meter) $ 1.51 Quarterly Service Charge Minimum Quarterly Charge* $ 92.76 Bulk Water Sales $ 4.03 Water (per cubic metre) *Based on 14 cubic meters

Proposed Rates

Current Year 1 $ $ $ $ $

Wastewater (per cubic metre)

Rates

Proposed Rates

By-Law 22.20 1974-2018 3.81

1.79 $23.74 100.60 4.12$3.42

$1.51

Year 1 $22.20 $3.81 $1.79

Details of the City’s application are available for review at the City office or the Public Utilities

Minimum Charge* $92.76 $100.60 Board’sQuarterly office. Any questions concerning the application for revised rates, or the operation of the Utility, should be sent directly to the City.

Bulk Water Sales

$4.03

$4.12

If you have concerns/comments regarding the City of Thompson’s application for water and *Based on 14 cubic meters wastewater, rates please go to www.pubmanitoba.ca and provide your comment. Please noteof all the comments be forwarded the City. for review at the City office or the Public Details City’s will application aretoavailable

Utilities Board’s office. Any questions concerning the application for revised rates, or the Questions or comments should be sent on or before April 24, 2021. operation of the Utility, should be sent directly to the City.

The Public Utilities Board is the provincial regulatory agency that reviews and approves rates

If you have concerns/comments regarding the City of Thompson’s application for water for water and wastewater utilities in Manitoba, with the exception of the City of Winnipeg. The and Board’s wastewater, rates please go to www.pubmanitoba.ca and provide your comment. review process involves: Please •note comments will be forwarded to the City. theall Utility filing a rate application to the Board, •

a public notification of proposed rate changes,

Questions orBoard’s comments be sent on or before April 24,or2021.

• the reviewshould of the application through a public hearing paper review process,

The Publicand Utilities Board is the provincial regulatory agency that reviews and approves rates for water and wastewater utilities in Manitoba, with the exception of the City of Winnipeg. The Board’s review process involves: Room 400 – 330 Portage Avenue

330, avenue Portage, pièce 400

Winnipeg, filing MB R3C 0C4 Winnipeg (Manitoba) Canada R3C 0C4 • the Utility a rate application to the Board, www.pubmanitoba.ca www.pubmanitoba.ca • a public notification of proposed rate changes, • the Board’s review of the application through a public hearing or paper review process, and • the issuance of an Order which outlines the Board’s decision on the rate application and the rates to be charged.

The Manitoba Ombudsman has privacy guidelines for administrative tribunals. The Board is mindful of its obligations under those guidelines. Its decisions in respect of the application being considered will be sensitive to the guidelines. Personal information will not be disclosed unless it is appropriate and necessary to do so. However, the Board advises participants that these proceedings are public and that as a result, personal information protections are reduced.

The Board will then decide whether any further notice is required and whether to proceed with a public hearing or paper review process. All concerns received by the Board will be considered in the Board’s decision on rates to be charged.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IN CONSIDERING THIS APPLICATION, THE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD MAY OR MAY NOT FIND IT NECESSARY TO DETERMINE RATES DIFFERENT FROM THOSE APPLIED FOR BY THE APPLICANT. Note: All proceedings will be conducted in accordance with the Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure, which the Board may vary in order to constrain regulatory costs. The Rules are available at www.pubmanitoba.ca.

“Original Signed By:” Jennifer Dubois, CPA, CMA Assistant Associate Secretary Manitoba Public Utilities Board

women, girls, and 2SlGBTQQIA+ people,” said MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee. “It is important that we show leadership by engaging men and boys to take an active part in preventing and eliminating gender-based violence.”

Land-based cultural programming will be used to help develop tools for men and boys to truly understand the impact of violent actions on themselves, their victims and their communities, MKO says.

“This project is very important as it will be Indigenous-led through its development and implementation at the community level,” said MMIWG liaison unit manager Hilda Anderson-Pyrz.

“One of the key outcomes is to enhance the safety and well-being of First Nations women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people through the direct inclusion of men and boys as being part of the solution on ending genderbased violence.”

Providing funding to this program aligns with the 231 Calls for Justice of the National Inquiry into MMIWG as well as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, the province said.

“Our government recog-

nizes the need to provide victims of crime with enhanced supports and we know that agencies working on the front lines are in the best position to develop the programming needed,” said Justice Minister Cameron Friesen.

Other organizations receiving some of the $6.4 million in government funding announced on Thursday include The Pas Committee for Women in Crisis (Aurora House) and three agencies that support victims of sexual violence – Ka Ni Kanichihk’s Heart Medicine Lodge, Survivor’s Hope Crisis Centre and the Western Manitoba Women’s Regional Resource Centre.

“These agencies provide critically important support in their communities and are key to advancing the work

of the Gender-Based Violence Framework that our government announced in December,” said Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Cathy Cox, who oversees the status of women portfolio. “In developing this framework we listened to the people working on the front lines to address gender-based violence, as well as those whose lives are impacted by it. Thanks to this work, we know this investment aligns with the priority needs of Manitobans.”

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the province will be sharing resources and information on the topic through its social media pages to encourage Manitobans to share them and learn more about sexual assault.

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MORTGAGE SALE The land and building known as 48 Hargrave Bay, Thompson, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No. 2262024/3, will be sold by public auction by a Licensed Auctioneer on April 28, 2021, at 10:30 a.m.

The Vendor is informed that the property consists of a one storey manufactured home approximately 992 square feet, with living room, kitchen 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, crawl space basement, on a lot approximately 59 feet x 115 feet.

Realty taxes (excluding any accruing water charges) are paid to December 31, 2020.

Prior Charges: Caveat Nos. 48571N/3 and 90-283/3.

TERMS OF SALE A deposit of $20,000.00 by way of certified cheque or bank draft payable to Fillmore Riley LLP, or cash (the cash component of the deposit not to exceed $7,500.00), and the balance according to conditions which will be available electronically by contacting the individual below prior to the auction. The property will be sold subject to a Reserve Bid of $150,000.00 plus such other additional and incidental costs which may be incurred by the Vendor from the 1st day of April 2021 to the date of auction and which costs will be announced prior to the commencement of the sale.

The auction sale will be conducted pursuant to an Order for Sale issued by the District Registrar. Certain parties may be prohibited from purchasing the property, including but not limited to, parties who by virtue of their employment or relationship to a person involved in the sale process would have special knowledge of the circumstances pertaining to the sale. For more information and a list of prohibited purchasers, please visit: www.teranetmanitoba.ca.

Due to restrictions under The Public Health Act, in order to participate in the auction sale, you must pre-register by contacting the individual below by telephone or email at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled auction. Anyone wishing to attend this auction sale must do so remotely (either by video conference or teleconference). Should the successful bidder have attended by teleconference and/or video conference, the bidder will have 24 hours to execute the Auction Sale Conditions and to provide them together with the deposit to our office as set out below.

Further information may be obtained from: FILLMORE RILEY LLP Barristers and Solicitors 1700–360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3 File No. 406132-1253/MLR/sw(tab) Attention: MICKEY L. ROSENBERG Phone: 204-957-8382 Email: auctions@fillmoreriley.com

MORTGAGE SALE The land and building known as 68 Martin Bay, Thompson, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No. 2318801/3, will be sold by public auction by a Licensed Auctioneer on April 28, 2021, at 10:30 a.m.

A screenshot from a Statistics Canada video, “A day in the life of an enumerator.”

BY CARL MEYER

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER NATIONAL OBSERVER

The pandemic has made more people comfortable using the internet than ever before, says the director general for Statistics Canada’s 2021 census.

The data agency is hoping this will lead to as many people as possible filling out the 2021 census online when it begins May 3.

For the first time, the data agency will be offering the online option to every community this year, saying it is the safest and easiest method.

Statistics Canada had earlier considered delaying the census until 2022, due to public health concerns related to the pandemic, but ultimately decided to go ahead.

There will be a wide range of different COVID-19 safety protocols in place for its army of 32,000 census enumerators should they need to show up to a dwelling in person.

The agency believes that person-to-person visits will only take place in “rare circumstances,” said Geoff Bowlby, director general for the 2021 census program, in an interview.

One reason is because internet connectivity has strengthened across the country since the last census in 2016, he said.

“Because of the pandemic, over the last year, we believe that lots of people are more comfortable using the internet than ever before,” said Bowlby.

“You know, my parents order things online that they never would have a

year ago.”

Residents can expect to receive a letter in the mail, or dropped off by a Statistics Canada employee, in about a month that will include an online access code and instructions on how to fill out the census online.

There will also be an option to call a 1-800 number to order paper-based census forms, for those who are not comfortable with the online option.

“We are hoping that more Canadians than ever take us up on this offer, doing the census online, because it is the safest, it is the easiest way to do things,” said Bowlby.

“It’s the best from our perspective — we can process the data a little easier than when it comes in on a paper form, for example. There are less steps for us, so in a way, it’s good for the taxpayer.”

The agency expects nine out of 10 dwellings to have responded, either online or in paper form, to the census by the end of May. There could be up to two more followup letters sent out to remind people to fill out the census during this period.

In June, Statistics Canada plans to begin following up with people, first with an attempt to phone them if they have a phone number, and then by showing up at the door.

All 32,000 enumerators will be provided with masks that they will be instructed to wear, as well as hand sanitizer, and training on how to carry out a door visit safely, said Bowlby.

That includes conducting interviews, if they take place, outdoors and

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socially distanced — enumerators will not be permitted to enter dwellings, as they may have done in the past.

The census is used to make evidence-based decisions about the needs of communities across Canada, such as where housing, schools, hospitals, mass transit or emergency services are needed most.

It also leads to a political process called redistribution, where seats in the House of Commons are recalculated and boundaries for federal electoral districts, or ridings, are adjusted in accordance with the census results.

This year, the census is seen as especially important for policymakers to get a good read of the state of the country when planning for a post-pandemic recovery.

Statistics Canada is aware that Canadians might be more confused this year about how to answer certain questions on the census, as a result of the pandemic’s impact on the economy.

For example, an answer to “place of work” might be harder to figure out for people who have opted to work from home, but whose workplaces technically stayed open.

“Statistics Canada is aware that COVID-19 may have an impact on the way Canadians answer some of the census questions, including those on employment, education, commuting and expenditures,” the agency says on its website.

Bowlby said the agency will have guidelines to help people answer the questions that will be available when filling out the census.

The Vendor is informed that the property consists of a one storey dwelling approximately 1,040 square feet, with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms, single garage, full basement on a lot approximately 50 feet x 180 feet.

Realty taxes (excluding any accruing water charges) are paid to December 31, 2019.

Prior Charges: Caveat Nos. 33795N/3, 33796/3, and 35568N/3.

TERMS OF SALE A deposit of $20,000.00 by way of certified cheque or bank draft payable to Fillmore Riley LLP, or cash (the cash component of the deposit not to exceed $7,500) and the balance according to conditions which will be available for public view electronically by contacting the individual below prior to the auction. The property will be sold subject to a Reserve Bid of $155,000.00 plus such other additional and incidental costs which may be incurred by the Vendor from the 31st day of March, 2021 to the date of auction and which costs will be announced prior to the commencement of the sale.

The auction sale will be conducted pursuant to an Order for Sale issued by the District Registrar. Certain parties may be prohibited from purchasing the property, including but not limited to, parties who by virtue of their employment or relationship to a person involved in the sale process would have special knowledge of the circumstances pertaining to the sale. For more information and a list of prohibited purchasers, please visit: www.teranetmanitoba.ca.

Due to restrictions under The Public Health Act, in order to participate in the auction sale, you must pre-register by contacting the individual below by telephone or email at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled auction. Anyone wishing to attend this auction sale must do so remotely (either by video conference or teleconference). Should the successful bidder have attended by teleconference and/or video conference, the bidder will have 24 hours to execute the Auction Sale Conditions and to provide them together with the deposit to our office as set out below.

Further information may be obtained from: FILLMORE RILEY LLP Barristers and Solicitors 1700–360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3 File No. 242149-2502/MTU/sw(bel) Attention: MATTHEW T. UNDERWOOD Phone: 204-957-8382 Email: auctions@fillmoreriley.com

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St. Theresa Point church burns down in suspected arson on Easter Sunday

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Sarah Monias The St. Theresa Point Roman Catholic church burnt down in a suspected arson April 4.

A 32-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson after St. Theresa Point’s Roman Catholic church went up in flames and burned to the ground on Easter Sunday.

Manitoba RCMP media relations officer Sgt. Paul Manaigre told CBC News April 4 that the fire was reported to Island Lake RCMP around 2:50 p.m. on Sunday by First Nation Safety Officers. Police were told a man had been seen leaving the church around the time the fire started. He was located and arrested. No one was injured in the blaze.

St. Theresa Point First Nation Chief Marie Wood told CBC that the only remnants left of the approximately 65-year-old church after the fire was extinguished were a monument to the Virgin Mary and one of a longtime priest in the community who is buried on the church grounds.

Plans were already underway to replace the church, which needed repairs to fix structural and plumbing issues, and members of the remote First Nation have raised about $150,000 over the past few years, though the expected cost

JOB POSTING RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER One Full-Time (1.0) Permanent Position (Rotating Day, Evening & Night Shifts) ADDICTIONS FOUNDATION OF MANITOBA Eaglewood Addictions Centre—THOMPSON MB 90 Princeton Drive This is an exciting time for Manitoba health care. Manitoba’s health system is currently in transition with planning and changes aimed at improving the quality, accessibility and efficiency of health care services throughout Manitoba. AFM contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans across the province by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviours. If you would like to be part of a foundation of excellence in addictions services and support and build a new vision of integrated health services in Manitoba, consider a career with us.

Reporting to the Supervisor, In – House Programs, Residential Care Workers provide client and facility support.

These positions require a commitment to a client centred philosophy and approach to the development and support of AFM programs and client services.

The Residential Care Worker will demonstrate the following: • Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner.

• Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for client-centred care and demonstrates empathy and compassion.

• Exhibits the ability to respond to client requests in a responsible, timely and flexible manner.

• Demonstrates the ability to consider the needs of clients, other staff persons and the organization when making decisions within the role.

• Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors.

• Recognizes the importance of regular supervision meetings.

• Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision.

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility.

• Ability to manage own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure.

Responsibilities: • Provide support and be present where clients are.

• Respond warmly, politely and helpfully to everyone, including all visitors to the building.

• Respond appropriately to emergency crisis situations, modelling to clients how this is done in a positive way.

• Conduct facility orientations.

• Facilitation of educational sessions and client house meetings.

• Ability to work in an environment where traditional practices, such as smudging occurs.

• Performing light housekeeping/maintenance.

• Building security duties.

• Coordination and distribution of client and program supplies.

• Copying program materials.

• Responding to telephone calls.

• Documentation according to role requirements.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications.

Qualifications: • Grade 12 education.

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

• Experience working from a client centred perspective.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

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

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

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

• Knowledge of the addictions field is required.

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

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

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

Competition No: # 2021-048 Salary Range: $17.22 to $21.55 an hour (under review) plus remoteness allowance if applicable.

Closing Date: April 20, 2021 Apply in writing to: Director, Northern Area Addictions Foundation of Manitoba 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: (204) 677-7328 Email: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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of a new church will likely be closer to $1 million, according to Wood.

A prayer meeting was held on Sunday night at the spot where the church used to stand.

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Sikh Society of Thompson will hoist triangular flag at their temple April 11

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Sikh Society of Thompson’s temple on Goldeye Crescent will mark another milestone April 11 when it hoists the Sikh flag known as the Nishan Sahib on its exterior flagpole for the first time.

“Any Sikh temple should have a flag like this,” said Inderjeet Singh of the Sikh Society of Thompson.

The raising of the triangular Nishan Sahib at the temple, which held its first Sunday service back in November 2019, was originally planned to take place earlier but the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the installation.

This Sunday’s celebration will take place between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Thompson residents, Sikh and non-Sikh alike, are invited to observe the celebration while keeping public health order restrictions in mind.

The foundation for the flagpole, which was donated by a Sikh temple in Winnipeg, was built with help from contractors in

Thompson working on the construction of the Super 8 hotel.

“It’s efforts by so many,” said Singh.

A granthi (clergyman) from Winnipeg will be in Thompson for flag-raising celebration. There are plans to eventually have a permanent granthi for the temple but the visa application to bring one in from India has also been slowed down by COVID-19.

The flag will make the temple instantly identifiable as a place of worship to any Sikh.

The society also has plans to do more fundraising so that it will own the temple building outright.

Money has been raised from donors in B.C. and Ontario since the temple opened and there are plans to try to raise more in Alberta in the near future.

“We collected a good amount of money towards the building,” said Singh.

“We need more support so that we can own this building. Thanks to all the donors for their generous donations from Ontario and B.C.”

The Thompson Crisis Centre is seeking an Executive Director The Thompson Crisis Centre is a non-profit agency, providing shelter and related services to anyone in Northern Manitoba who is experiencing family and intimate partner violence. The Executive Director is responsible for the overall management of the Shelter in keeping with established principles, standards and goals. This individual should be an innovative leader who is passionate about improving the lives of people impacted by family or intimate partner violence. They must be motivated for social change and the prevention of violence within families, intimate relationships, and communities.

Qualifications: The Hiring Committee is looking for a candidate who is energetic and innovative; someone who sees the potential in every situation to improve the lives of people impacted by intimate partner or family violence. The ideal candidate will have a background in Human Resource Administration or Business Administration particularly within non-profits. A minimum of 3 years experience in providing direct services to clients is preferred and 2 – 3 years’ experience in a management position within the field of human services would be an asset.

Demonstrated skills and ability in; With knowledge in areas of; • Team Leadership • Family and intimate partner • Facilitation violence • Mediation • MMIWG2S • Negotiation • Indigenous cultures and Northern • Problem solving region • Networking • Intersectional frameworks • Union negotiation • Collective Bargaining Agreement Duties and Responsibilities: In consultation with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for agency reporting requirements including the annual budget. The position involves; • Outreach, advocacy, and relationship building within the community • Identifying the varied operation and program needs of the shelter as it evolves, and developing strategies, including proposals to meet those needs • The monitoring of program needs and service delivery in relation to shelter objectives and goals Salary and Benefits: • Starting salary of $50,000 (negotiable) • Benefits package • Pension contribution To Apply: Submit a letter of application, resume and the names and contact information of three references; • By email – sobrien@arcticradio.ca • By mail – Selection Committee, c/o Thompson Crisis Centre, Box 1226, Thompson, MB, R8N 1P1 Deadline for applications: May 14, 2021 We thank all those who apply, but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Smook Contractors Ltd. The Position: Location: Report to: Job Summary:

Service Writer Thompson Truck/Transport Shop Supervisor Perform general administrative duties for the maintenance shops.

Responsibilities: • Organize and track new and used equipment (get previous service information, order unit numbers, etc).

• Enter meter readings and operator concerns off of yellow sheets.

Advise the Foreman if there are items that may need immediate repair (oil or air leaks, drivetrain noises, etc).

• Retrieve meter readings on all equipment entering the repair shop so that a determination can be made that all documentation (yellow operator sheets) is accurate, up to date, and this will assist in determining if the unit needs a service and/or safety.

• Review daily maintenance check list and record pertinent information.

• Check and enter oil samples when received. Take to Toromont for analysis.

• Create work orders by providing the labor, parts used and any other additional information. Ensure you are referencing the equipment concerns list when creating the work order. A work order must be created for all work performed.

• Close work orders when they are complete. Make sure that the equipment concerns list is updated after the work order is complete.

File the closed work order in the applicable unit files.

• Be on the shop floor periodically throughout the day to familiarize yourself with the work in progress. It is the service writers’ responsibility to be aware what stage the technicians are at during the repairs, estimated time of completion and whether the unit will need to be sent out for sublet work (windshields, etc.). Advise the shop Foreman of the progress.

• Help produce PRs and MINs. • Work with Purchasing Department to help keep track of tires.

• Track and follow up all ordered parts with Purchasing Depart.

• Monitor parts in the holding bin and advise technician when parts have been received.

• Track warranty on repairs.

• Record all costs for repairs related to accidents in the Equipment Damage Tracking Report and advise the Safety department.

• Track all outside repairs and follow up daily with the vendor to update on the status of repairs.

• Ensure that Manitoba Safety Certificates are current and schedule as required.

• Record respective shop employee hours and forward to payroll.

Make sure that the work order number is on all technician timecards.

• Type Management meeting notes and forward to the Office Manager.

• Maintain hard copy and electronic filing systems.

• Perform general clerical duties as required.

• Follow safe working practices and procedures.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: • Time management skills & ability to prioritize tasks.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Proficient computer skills. Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Word.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Willingness to learn.

Working Conditions: • Indoor office environment. Be prepared to work outdoors if required.

• Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (8 hours per day), overtime as required.

Contact Brent Merkley for further information or to apply at: bmerkley@smook.ca or Call: 204 677-1660

Employment Opportunity Full Time – God’s Lake Narrows First Nation Community Justice Worker The Community Justice Worker (CJW) will be an employee of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) as part of the First Nations Justice Strategy (FNJS), which is a partnership between MKO, the Province of Manitoba and the Federal Justice Departments. The FNJS works to improve the current Justice System for MKO First Nation communities by providing alternatives and initiatives to the implementation of justice.

These alternatives will be provided through a Restorative Justice approach which are both culturally sensitive and appropriate.

The CJW networks with a variety of internal and external resources that will promote personal growth, healing and reconciliation for both the individual(s) and victim(s) of crime. The CJW will work with their respective community leadership by providing these alternatives that will help restore Balance, Harmony, and Peace within the community based on Traditional Indigenous Beliefs, Values, Culture and Teachings.

Duties and Responsibilities: • To work under the supervision of the MKO Justice Programs Manager or designate; • To manage Pre and Post Charge Diversions, Referrals from the Court, Crown or Police; • To review and assess all referrals/diversions for suitability/eligibility for Program Participation; • To update the Crown or Police with regards to the status of the referred matter(s) and advise of all successful/unsuccessful completions and/or to request remands for on-going program involvement; • To attend training and deliver programming in the areas of Family Violence, Anger Management, peace-making, conflict resolution, mediation and any other; • To perform daily case management duties and maintain a proper filing system for any interventions, activities, or programs completed; • To provide monthly written reports to the MKO Program Manager on the status of all client referrals/diversions for tracking and statistical recording purposes; • To network with local and external resources when/as required; • To maintain confidentiality with regards to client records and programs, and advise the Program Manager(s) immediately of any conflicts of interests that may arise; • To attend Court sittings regularly and develop on-going working relationships with the Crown, Defense and Police and any other referral source(s); • To participate in ongoing professional development and training as provided by MKO; • To work with the GLNFN Justice Portfolio Councillor in maintaining or establishing a Justice Committee and providing updates in the area of Justice to Chief and Council; • To follow through with any recommendations of the Justice Committee which can include sharing circles, sentencing circles, peace-making process, mediation, conflict resolution and any other as directed or recommended; • To monitor the Fine Option and Community Service Work Program; • To comply with all policies, procedures, by-laws and directives of Gods Lake Narrows First Nation; • To have the ability to travel, work flexible hours as required; • To possess a valid Manitoba Drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle; • To perform all other duties as assigned; • Criminal record, child abuse and vulnerable sector checks are required; Interested applicants please submit a cover letter, resume and three references by 4:00pm on April 13, 2021 to: Dorothy Smith Email: dorothy.smith@mkonorth.com Fax: (204) 778-7655 Mail: 206-55 Selkirk Avenue Thompson, MB R8N 0N8 We thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY CHILD ABUSE INVESTIGATOR – PERMANENT POSITION DIA/Intake Office – The Pas Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. Under a provincial mandate, the Agency services the Swampy Cree communities, as well as Flin Flon, Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg and Lynn Lake/ Marcel Colomb First Nation.

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is dedicated to providing comprehensive CFS Services that are community-based and incorporate both protection and prevention service. Our agency strives to maintain family unity.

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Child Protection Worker is to provide services by implementing the Child & Family Services Act, Standards and Objectives set by Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES: § Investigating all Child Protection Matters and ensuring good case work through: § Planning and conducting investigations § Documentation § Information sharing and training § Child apprehension QUALIFICATIONS § Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred) § Familiar with Child & Family Services Act § Ability to speak one of the Swampy Cree Dialects is an asset § Must possess Case Management Skills § Good Oral/Written Communication skills § Must have strong computer skills and a working knowledge of all MS Office applications § Applicants subjected to Police Check and Child Abuse Registry Check § Valid Manitoba Driver’s license § Travel as required

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One report written by Thompson RCMP officer facing assault charge for 2019 incident must be handed over to police watchdog, judge rules A Manitoba judge has ruled that one of two reports written by a Thompson RCMP officer after he punched a man twice in the head in June 2019 must be handed over to the agency that investigates possible police misconduct.

Court of Queen’s bench Judge Shane Perlmutter said in a March 29 decision that an electronic report known as a “subject behaviour/officer response” or SB/OR report must be handed over the the Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU). Another report known as a supplementary occurrence report does not have to be turned over, the ruling said.

A previous ex parte order by a judicial justice of the peace said both reports,

written by Const. Jeremiah Dumont-Fontaine within four hours of the June 6, 2019 incident, for which he faces an assault charge, had to be turned over to the IIU, which the RCMP contested.

Manitoba RCMP told the CBC that the report had already been turned over.

IIU civilian director Zane Tessler told the CBC that the decision was significant.

“This is one of the first, if not the first [decision] of its kind in Manitoba that deals with defining what is or is not a note,” Tessler said.

Dumont-Fontaine was charged in January 2020 with assault causing bodily harm in relation to the incident, which took place when he was arresting a 50-year-old man outside the Thompson Inn.

That man, identified in a CBC report as Brian Halcrow, died by suicide two days after the officer was charged, though he didn’t know that charges had been laid at the time of his death. Friends of Halcrow, who had a history of depression and had been to jail twice before, said he didn’t want to go back but feared he would because he was accused of assaulting Dumont-Fontaine.

The CBC says court documents provide three different stories of what happened the night Halcrow, a member of Tataskweyak Cree Nation, was punched twice

by Dumont-Fontaine, which resulted in him needing to be taken to Thompson General Hospital for stitches.

Thompson RCMP Const.

Mark Sterdan’s report said Halcrow threw a punch and Dumont-Fontaine punched him twice in response. Dumont-Fontaine, who didn’t submit to an interview with the IIU or give investigators his notes, said Halcrow threw a hat which struck him in the “facial area” at which point, “fearing further assault,” Dumont-Fontaine punched Halcrow twice. An IIU investigator said in a court document that the hat never hit Dumont-Fontaine.

The officer’s lawyer told CBC that the surveillance video of the incident is grainy and he is confident his client will be found not guilty by reason of self-defence.

Dumont-Fontaine’s trial on the assault charge is scheduled for January 2022.

Deadline: April 14, 2021 @ 4:00 PM SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER ALONG WITH THREE (3) REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: Human Resource Manager Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Box 10130, Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES WORKER – PERMANENT POSITION Lynn Lake Sub-Office Lynn Lake, Manitoba

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services Under a provincial mandate, the Agency services the Swampy Cree communities, as well as Flin Flon, Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg and Lynn Lake/Marcel Colomb First Nation.

Labour / Back Up Class 1 Driver

Arctic Gateway Freight Services – Thompson, MB This position combines a wide variety of tasks, including (but not limited to): • Responsible to spot the operator when loading freight onto railcars and tie down equipment.

• Ensure proper tools are loaded into work trucks.

• Operate the pig gun when loading trailers on and off pig cars.

• Responsible for the daily maintenance and upkeep of the equipment.

• Responsible to keep rail yard and compound clean. Clearing snow when required.

• Responsible to monitor supplies and request restocking when needed.

• Assist the Manager in any other miscellaneous tasks they require from time to time The successful candidate will: • Have a valid Class 1 license • Complete a successful pre-employment drug and alcohol test • Have strong reading and writing skills • Be committed to working safe • Be willing to work in a positive, respectful environment • Have experience in the railroad industry (asset but not required) Here’s what we offer: • A competitive wage • Extensive benefits • A positive, supportive work environment • The satisfaction of being part of a growing company in the north with a lot of potential Apply to: Lena Johnson Office Manager, Freight Services Box 187, 196 Station Road, Thompson, MB R8N 1N1 T: (204) 677-4338 C: (204) 670-4728 ljohnson@arcticgateway.com

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is dedicated to providing comprehensive CFS Services that are community-based and incorporate both protection and prevention services. Our agency will strive to maintain family unity.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor(s), the Child & Family Service Worker is responsible for providing and administering CFS Services in accordance with the Child & Family Services Act. RESPONSIBILITIES: § Responsible for gathering information and assessing family functioning problems § Develop and implement intervention plans within program guidelines for families within program guidelines and provide referrals, support, guidance and problem solving § Provides for the placement, case management and ongoing support for children in care § Responsible for all file documentation and ensuring services are applied § Case Monitoring, Risk Assessment & Follow up QUALIFICATIONS § Work experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated knowledge of child development, family centered service, early intervention, family support and community-based services § Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred) § Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred) § Excellent assessment, intervention and writing skills § Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and provincial standards § Ability to use a variety of computer applications including CFSIS and FACTS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT § Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse and prior check § Cannot be active on a protection case § Maintain absolute confidentiality § Varied amounts of travel required § Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license § Must be able to provide own vehicle for work § Other duties related to the position may be assigned Deadline: April 9, 2021 @ 4:00 PM

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SUBMIT RESUMES ALONG WITH THREE (3) REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: Human Resource Manager Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Box 10130, Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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UNIT: SPLIT LAKE (TATASKWEYAK) SUB-OFFICE LOCATION: SPLIT LAKE, MB Position: Child & Family Services Worker

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Reporting to the 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: • Fast-paced environment • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information • Overnight and remote travel approximately 30% of the time • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Friday, April 9, 2021 Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2019/21-032R on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email, in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2019/21-032R 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. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

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Louisiana-Pacific offers a competitive wage and benefit package in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. LouisianaPacifi c is an equal opportunity employer. www.thompsoncitizen.net Careers • Page A-11 We ap i We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject to successful completion of comprehensive background screening and health checks.

Murder charge in infant death

Do you enjoy working with people and are genuinely concerned for their wellbeing? Do you have a natural ability to listen to people without judgement or ridicule in order to help them overcome their difficulties? If so, have you considered a career in Social Work?

The University of Manitoba, Northern Social Work Program at Thompson, is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The Northern Social Work Program is a four-year fulltime Bachelor of Social Work Degree program. Part time studies are also available. 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.

If you are a Northern resident for six months or longer and are committed to social justice, change and to a professional helping role. Social Work maybe the career for you. This is especially suitable to those who have been denied a university opportunity due to financial, social, and cultural reasons, second language difficulties, lack of formal education or residence in remote areas; we strongly encourage you to apply.

Deadline for applications is April 16, 2021.

Please contact the Faculty of Social Work at 204-677-1450 or No Charge Dial 1-866-237-5509 or claudine.pitts@ umanitoba.ca.

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT: SPLIT LAKE (TATASKWEYAK) SUB-OFFICE LOCATION: SPLIT LAKE, MB Position: Unit Supervisor

One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Reporting to Director of Services (North) and in accordance with Awasis Agency policies, procedures and standards, the Unit Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership to a team of staff within the specific unit of Split Lake in order to ensure strong staff and work teams, as well as to develop and strengthen community based services. This position requires competencies in the areas of positive role-model leadership abilities, and demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, communication skills, time management, results management, self-management, critical thinking and problem solving.

Qualifications: • BSW Degree • 5+ years of experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated positive role-model leadership ability, previous Supervisory experience is preferred • Demonstrated knowledge of CFS legislation and issues • Experience with Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) • Good assessment, planning, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • 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 and acceptance of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language will be considered an asset Working Conditions: • Fast-paced environment • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information • Overnight and remote travel approximately 10% of the time • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Closing Date: Friday, April 9, 2021 Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2021-013 on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email, in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2021-013 701 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.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process

Please forward your cover letter and resume to:

BY ERIC WESTHAVER FLIN FLON REMINDER Lorraine Schneider A 25-year-old man has been arrested and is facing a Human Resource Generalist I charge for the death of a 10-monthsecond-degree murder baby in FlinLtd. Flon last summer.

Louisiana-Pacifiold c Canada Manitoba RCMP announced the arrest March 25, sayP.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 ing 25-year-old Robert Alexander Bear, originally from Sandy Bay, was facing a charge of second-degree murder.

Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 According to RCMP, Bear was arrested March 23. e-mail : lorraine.schneider@lpcorp.com On August 11, Flin Flon RCMP received a report of Hom an infant in distress. Officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene, where they found an injured and unresponsive 10-month-old female who was pronounced dead. In January, RCMP received information that indicated that the infant's injuries were, in the words of a Manitoba RCMP news release, "not accidental". After receiving the information, RCMP considered the matter a homicide.

Bear has not yet appeared in court to face the charge.

Bear was arrested at his home in Saskatchewan and arrangements are currently underway to bring him to Manitoba for a court appearance.

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One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position and resources, facilitating awareness and education, advocacy and ***Preference to Local Applicants*** Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designate, assists counselling. The overall aim is to engage parents, extended family, and community partners in identifying problems and participating Reporting to a Unit Supervisor, the Child & Family Services Worker multi-disciplinary team personnel in performing a variety of patient care in services and supports that address family needs. The Family (CFS) is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the specific direction of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of resources, develop case plans, coordinate the resources and supports needed and personal needs and comfort of the patient. working with families and children in child protection. Duties include This is an integrated position that managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, arrange linkages/connections to other community resources such includes coordination and scheduling of dental procedures for the Operating compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/follow up on as day programs, respite services and other culturally appropriate Room (OR).

This will require expertise in developing and maintaining excellent resources. The Family Enhancement Worker will possess and utilize allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, providing accurate and timely documentation, developing long/ the interpersonal skills to work with children, families, staff, and working relationships with a broad range of individuals and organizations. The collaterals.

OR Dental Assistant will function within theshort term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community provisions of the Vision, Mission, education and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications: Values, policies and procedures of the Northern Health Region (NHR) and Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree (BSW) with experience in child will incorporate NHR core competencies into• working practice (Customer/ Bachelor of Social Work Degree (BSW) with experience in child welfare preferred, or a combination of experience and training welfare preferred, or a combination of experience and training • Commitment to community-based service delivery Client Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and • Commitment to community-based service delivery • Working knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues Collaboration, Development of Self and Others, and Adaptability).

• Working knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) an asset • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) • Assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills assetCriminal Records/Vulnerable The incumbent must fulfill the requirements• ofan the • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills Assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Registry check, and adhere • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills • Abuse Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills • A strong work ethic and reliable • A strong work ethic and reliable to all Northern Health Region policies and procedures.

• Proven ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proven ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Qualifications: • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as well • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as well t Grade 12 education or equivalent as part of a child protection unit team as part of a prevention unit team t Successful completion of a recognized Dental Assistant Program required • Sensitivity to, and an understanding of First Nations culture • Sensitivity to, and an understanding of First Nations culture and values and values t Current active practicing registration with Manitoba Dental Association • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language would • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language would t Excellent knowledge of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, be an asset be an asset

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Working Conditions: Working Conditions: t Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a• Dental Assistant required Fast-paced • Fast-paced environment environment • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information t Previous experience working with Pediatric cases preferred • Overnight and remote travel approximately 10% of the time • Overnight and remote travel approximately 30% of the time t Ability to speak Cree an asset • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle For complete list of qualifications please visit• our website www.nrha.ca.

Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and to: experience experience Please submit resume by February 2, 2018

Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer Closing Date: Monday, April 19, 2021 867 Thompson Drive South Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, Thompson, 1Z4 applicants. therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. therefore preference will be MB given R8N to Indigenous Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in Fax: (204) 778-1477 this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2020/21-068RR on your resume/cover letter and include it in the 2021-010R on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca line of your email, in confidence to: subject line of your email, in confidence to: $BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF

Human Resources Department Human Resources Department Closing Date: Friday, April 16, 2021

Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2021-010R Competition #2020/21-068RR Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to self701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 315 McGee Street, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7 declare.

Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required.

We thank all Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Fax: 204-790-4455 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca candidates for applying.

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

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process the materials or activities used throughout the selection process

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