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Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham On- and off-ice incidents at a Feb. 8 midget AA hockey game in Thompson are under investigation by the RCMP.

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More hockey fracas details coming to light

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

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On- and off-ice incidents at the Feb. 8 midget AA hockey game between the Thompson King Miners and Norway House North Stars are under investigation by the RCMP, whose members escorted players and their families from both teams out of the C.A. Nesbitt Arena after the game was abandoned midway though the second period at about the same time that fighting erupted in the stands.

A cell phone video of the fight in the stands has been obtained by Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) news, which reported Feb. 10 that the Norway House team was escorted from the arena by police after a player was attacked by two men and a woman who yelled racial slurs. APTN also reported at that time that unnamed witnesses said a Norway House player had been

slashed in the head during the game with enough force to break his helmet. Lucas Hanlon, a Metis player with the King Miners, later spoke with APTN, disputing the notion that the fracas was racially motivated and saying he didn’t see anyone have their helmet broken by a slash.

Kelton Queskekapow, the 16-year-old Norway House player involved in the fight in the stands, told APTN that he was defending himself against a spectator who started a fight with him after making racist comments about Queskekapow, the team and his family.

Queskekapow had been ejected from the game after receiving a major penalty for crosschecking after a King Miners player slashed the Norway House goalie’s trapper when he froze the puck and play was whistled dead. APTN reported that Queskekapow’s family is still hoping to press charges

against the men involved in the fight.

A Feb. 12 statement from Thompson Mayor Dennis Fenske said Ken Gladden, president of the Norman Regional Minor Hockey Association, had told him that suspensions had been handed out as a result of the incident but a phone message and email to Gladden requesting confirmation and further details on the suspension had not been returned by press time.

“The incident involving players, coaches, parents and fans has happened in other arenas across Canada and I am saddened that it has arrived at our arenas as well,” said Fenske’s statement. “We are a diverse community and strive to build an environment that is welcoming to everyone through the implementation of the Thompson Aboriginal Accord and the Local and Regional Iden-

tity Action Plan. With a population of almost 50 per cent Aboriginal in our community, the City of Thompson takes claims of racism very seriously. Our sports teams have players from a broad spectrum of cultures, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal and this is reflective of our community as a whole. Thompson

is a proud northern city that welcomes diversity and works to builds positive relationships with its neighbours. Working together we can move past this incident and resume friendly and healthy sporting competitions that display the good sportsmanship qualities we all have.”

Armed man utters threats

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Thompson RCMP responded to a gun incident in Split Lake around 11 p.m. Feb 11 when a 49-year-old man threatened another man. Investigation by RCMP and Split Lake band constables revealed that one of the men involved had a gun.

Policee arrested Howard Wavey of Winnipeg on Feb. 12.

He is charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, uttering threats, carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a weapon obtained by crime, unsafe storage of a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and breach of probation.

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OBITUARIES SHEILA DOREEN FOUNTAIN (NEE ROSTEK) It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother, Sheila Fountain on February 9TH, 2015. After a valiant battle with illness, Sheila died peacefully with her loving family by her side. Her last moments in this life were Âżlled with expressions of love for her family, friends, students and for this community of Thompson that she called home for so many wonderful years.

Sheila was born on January 4, 1946 to Walter and Susanna Rostek of Warman, SK. In her youth, she spent much of her time devoting herself to playing the piano and spending time with her family in Osler.

Sheila left the open prairies of Saskatchewan for Thompson’s hauntingly beautiful forests after obtaining a degree in psychiatric nursing. Wanting to save enough money to buy a motorcycle, it was in Thompson that she met her husband Larry and started a family. Three kids later and no motorcycle, Larry and Sheila set upon a new dream of building a log cabin at Setting Lake. Thus began our family’s great love for the North, one that lasted strong and unyielding in her heart and ours.

With kids at home, Sheila gave up her career as a nurse to devote herself to her children. When we grew enough to allow it, Sheila decided to share her love of music with others by teaching piano.

Having the rare ability to do what she loved in life, she shared more than just music at the piano. You were such a big part of her life and she took immense pleasure in hearing how your lives progressed.

Time has passed so quickly and Larry was taken from our lives too soon. Despite this deep loss, Sheila carried on with dad in spirit and devoted herself to her three grandchildren whom she loved dearly.

In reÀection with Larry shortly before his death, both of them agreed that if they had their lives to do over again they wouldn’t change anything. They will both be sorely missed until that time when we are together again.

At Sheila’s request there will be no memorial service. It was her wish that those who knew and loved her take a moment to cherish and remember the good times shared together.

KEEP THOMPSON GREEN & CLEAN!

City denied request to have income assistance contribution waived

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The City of Thompson’s request to have its annual income assistance contribution waived was denied by the province.

During the Feb. 2, council meeting, Mayor Dennis Fenske read a letter from Kevin Chief, minister responsible for Manitoba’s Employment and Income Assistance program. “As previously communicated to former Mayor Tim Johnston in correspondence

from ministers Bjornson and Oswald, the province will not waive the City of Thompson’s annual contribution to income assistance; a contribution based on the average cost of income assistance by community over a period of time.�

Fenske, however, believes Thompson is paying too much. “When legislation was introduced it was introduced when our payment was $161,000 as opposed to Portage la

Prairie and Selkirk which is signiďŹ cantly less in the $20,000 to $50,000 range for similar populations.â€?

Chief explained in the letter why Thompson has such a high payment. “While Thompson’s share may appear disproportionate in periods of economic prosperity and strong regional labour markets, the caseload is also subject to signiďŹ cant growth due to a number of factors including increased migration to urban settings and chan-

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ges to the landscape of the labour market; growth that could see the cost of income assistance escalate well beyond those experienced at the time the formula was negotiated and implemented.�

It is a legislative requirement for all municipalities to pay what is set out based on the agreement between the province and the Association of Manitoba Municipalities.

The City of Thompson Continued on Page 3

IN MEMORY In Loving Memory of

LORNA JOYCE WICHUK

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The family of LORNA JOYCE WICHUK are saddened to announce her passing on February 11, 2015.

Lorna is survived by her daughters; KAREN and husband Rick Neuman of Medicine Hat, AB and CARA Natrasony of Regina, SK. Grandchildren KENDRA and husband Levi Furber, ERIK Gillies and partner Kalea Durnin all of Saskatoon, SK and HANNAH Natrasony of Brandon, MB; Great-Granddaughter, Aster Gillies.

Sister’s Cheryl Morris and brother in-law Gordon of Sherwood Park, AB and Carla and brother in-law David Crawford of Winnipeg, MB. All that knew Lorna know of her love of crafts and her immense talents. She also bowled in leagues throughout the years in Thompson.

We would like to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Lorna’s very kind and dedicated friends for their devotion and seless help provided through the years, especially the last few. You are very special people.

Cremation has taken place and a family gathering will take place later for our Mother, Nanny, Aunt and Sister to spread her ashes in her beloved Rocky Mountains.

Donations to a charity close to your heart is requested in lieu of owers or cards.

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The City of Thompson is committed to establishing the appropriate infrastructure to promote the continued growth of this dynamic city which is the prime service centre supporting central and Northern Manitoba. The Manager of Assets and Infrastructure coordinates and implements the delivery of technical services to the City based on the policies adopted by City Council. This position plays a central role in the implementation of the Capital projects and ensures that planning for replacement, acquisition, maintenance and improvements to the City’s infrastructure and assets is completed.

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The City of Thompson is seeking a Manager of Assets and Infrastructure to join our executive team and invites qualiďŹ ed applicants to submit a resume for consideration:

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Supervision and leadership experience in a municipal environment and a post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering ďŹ eld with an emphasis on Project Management, and experience in human resource, ďŹ nancial management, planning and administration are required. Candidates who possess certiďŹ cation in Civil Engineering Technician and have experience as mentioned above will also be considered.

The salary starts at $70,000 and the right candidate can expect a salary that reects their level of experience.

The City of Thompson also offers an extensive beneďŹ ts package.

Please send detailed resumes outlining experience, education, qualiďŹ cations and references by Friday, February 27, 2015 at 4:30pm.

Deanna Kondakor HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB R8N 1S6 Fax: 204-677-7981 Email: dkondakor@thompson.ca We thank all interested applicants; however, only those considered for interviews will be contacted.

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Expo North returns to Thompson

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

For the second year in a row, constructors and hopeful contractors will have the chance for training at Expo North, taking place at the Thompson Regional Community Centre Feb. 24-26.

Sarah Piercy, manager of marketing and communications for the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association (MHCA), says there are a few new opportunities too, one being a leadership course. “It’s ďŹ ve days of quite full classes, starting at 8 a.m. It does mimic a full construction day, earlier in the morning, quite later in the afternoon. We’ve had very strong pickup for the leadership program for the north. We think that’s because students and employers are going to recognize an entirely comprehensive week of training demonstrating how to perform as a leader.â€?

Peter Paulic, vice president and general man-

ager for Smook Contractors, says this leadership program is beneďŹ cial for more than construction workers. “It’s not a leadership program for heavy construction, one for the mining industry, or anything like that, it’s the commonalities we need for that leader. It’s put together as one program. The courses offered for the leadership program are university-accredited, and Gold Seal-accredited.â€?

The week-long program will start on Feb. 23, costing an individual $1,000.

Piercy says there’s preregistration online at the MHCA website or by calling 204-255-7006, but applications can be ďŹ lled out on the Monday.

This year another new feature is a guest speaker. “His name is Big Daddy Taz and he’s a comedian.

He’s speaking on Tuesday the 24th at noon, and what he addresses is stigma and stereotypes. I think given the reality of Manitoba’s

workforce this is a really important conversation to have.�

Last year, the event saw over 200 individuals trained in multiple different areas. Paulic says it’s important Expo North continues coming to Thompson because travelling to the Winnipeg Expo isn’t always doable. “Having Expo North, I don’t have to send our guys out to travel for one, two says. Many of the contractors need, when you get to be our size, many need the safety training every year anyway. You’re safety and health members need 16 hours of training a year, which is two days of training. If we can offer the courses up here, we can get it done here. Everything you’d ever want down south is up here.�

Piercy also says it’s important to keep the expo going. “We have a signiďŹ cant member population that are located in the north. The north begins in

Money for payments set aside for last three years Continued from Page 2 has outstanding payments for 2012, 2013 and 2014. Fenske says they have been putting the money aside, while arguing the price tag is too high. Fenske went on saying they will pay their bills, but the City of Thompson is hoping

to have a decreased payment in the future. “To our knowledge they have done nothing to decrease the need for assistance, as we’ve had programs in place, our costs have remained flat at $161,000 and that’s our argument with the province. We will con-

tinue to debate and discuss this with minister Chief and the province, we will pay our bills and we have set aside money previously.�

City manager Gary Ceppetelli says the city plans on setting a meeting with the province to discuss the issue in more detail.

NOTICE TO SELF-REPRESENTED DISPLACED RESIDENTS OF SOUTH INDIAN LAKE (DRSIL) CLAIMANTS WHO HAVE FILED CLAIMS UNDER THE NORTHERN FLOOD AGREEMENT The governments of Canada and Manitoba have Àled motions for dismissal of the claim you brought against them under the Northern Flood Agreement, on the grounds that Canada and Manitoba are not responsible for these kinds of claims.

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Grand Rapids for us. Over the last 10 years or so our members would attend southern training events, and their feedback was generally the same. ‘You offer such a great event, but it would be nice for someone to come to our area.’�

There will be a lot of heavy construction work happening in the near future up north, and Piercy says that is another important reason to have this available. “Mining

is changing in the north, forestry is changing in the north, and tourism is changing in the north. All of these courses that Expo North offers apply to the very diversiďŹ ed economy in Northern Manitoba.â€?

The goal is to have open, transparent, accountable, proactive and functional communication, with highquality instructors and programming.

Along with the training, and leadership program,

there will be exhibitors set up in the gymnasium to showcase businesses and starting out in the heavy construction industry.

Paulic says high school students will have the chance to walk through the booths, try the simulators, and speak to contractors about the possibility of future jobs.

Piercy says registration is still open for Expo North, and spots are still available for the exhibition area.

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Local Viewpoint

Home away from home

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t’s been one year since I moved out of my home province to start my media industry career. At first I was scared to leave, mostly because I figured no one in Thompson would compare to my friends back home in Nova Scotia.

I’ve always had a gypsy mindset, thanks to my mom. I am usually willing to pack up and leave, as Molly Gibson Kirby I have moved more times than I can count on two hands, but leaving Liverpool was different. I had lived in Liverpool since Grade 4, give or take two years when I went to college.

Liverpool was my heart and soul. I knew that small town like the back of my hand. My friends were there, my adoptive family was there, and my memories were there.

When I told my friends and family I was leaving to Thompson I got a lot of mixed opinions. Everyone was truly happy for me, and let me know I was brave to move somewhere I didn’t know, but everyone, and I mean everyone told me to come back eventually.

I knew, kind of, what I was getting ready to endure, but when I stepped out of the Calm Air plane at the Thompson airport, I bawled. I cried mostly because it was dark, and cold, and my cell phone didn’t work because there’s no Bell towers up here.

I instantly regretted doing this move, and all I wanted was to get back on that plane and go home to my best friends.

Fast-forward a year, and Thompson has become my home. I’ve learned more about myself in this past year than I have the rest of my life. I’ve learned how to be an independent woman, and how to manage on my own. I’ve learned what it’s like to manage bills and lead a mentally healthy life, while trying to maintain long distance friendships.

I will be honest though; my friends and I suffered for a while when I moved here. I was sad I couldn’t watch my two best friends’ children grow up, and I knew when I came home next they wouldn’t remember who I was. Friends and I lost connection for a short while, but when you’ve been friends with someone since Grade 4, no matter the distance, or the time not talking, they will always be forever friends.

I’m lucky to have those two girls by my side, being proud of all I’m accomplishing in my life. Even though they tell me to move home almost every time we talk.

When I moved here I distanced myself from people my age in Thompson at first because I didn’t want to gain more important friendships than the ones I had back home. Once I loosened up I realized how many amazing people are in this city.

I’ve gained friends I know I will always keep in contact with, and I’ve had the chance to gain professional working friendships with others I’ve had the chance to interview.

I love going into the supermarket now and getting to say hello to people I recognize and having people speak to me out in public.

I’m not sure Thompson will be my forever home – I can’t make that decision at 21 years of age – but I know Thompson will always be deep in my heart, for the people I’ve met here have changed my life in the best way possible.

Moving away from home is never easy, and beginning new friendships isn’t easy, but if you’re willing to learn about the people here, and what Thompson has to offer, you might just fall in love with this place and the people, like I have.

Editorial

Hockey incident not an unprecedented event

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arlier this month, when Maclean’s magazine came out with a cover story anointing Winnipeg as Canada’s most racist city, many of its residents jumped to its defence, arguing that such a ranking was unquantifiable and they didn’t need someone from Toronto swooping in and telling them what a horrible bunch of bigots they all were. The mayor even held a press conference to address the issue, which seems, from a public relations perspective, somewhat of a doomed proposition, like coming up with an answer to the question “Have you stopped beating your wife? ” There’s little doubt that some of the people who read the story and actually live in Winnipeg or have visited the city agreed with the premise. Just as certain is that others with direct knowledge of Winnipeg disputed it. And there’s nothing to say that both sides aren’t right. Different people can inhabit the same environment and have different experiences of it. As they say, there’s two sides to every story.

Last week, Thompson experienced a bit of the same thing, on a smaller scale, when unnamed witnesses and a parent of a hockey player, who was also anonymous, told Aboriginal

Peoples Television Network (APTN) news that Norway House North Stars players and their families had had to be escorted by police from C.A. Nesbitt Arena after a midget AA hockey game against the ThompsonKing Miners was abandoned midway through and spectators scuffled in the stands, with some witnesses alleging that racial slurs had been used. Some people immediately accepted that the initial APTN report – which was based on allegations from an unknown number of people – was accurate and heaped scorn on the Thompson players. Others argued that the report gave Thompson an undeserved black eye. One of Thompson’s players, Lucas Hanlon, contacted APTN to offer a different version of what happened, disputing the contention that this was caused by racism and pointing out that Thompson also has several Métis and aboriginal players.

People who were at the game can agree on certain facts: a Norway House player was tossed out of the game and later, so was the team’s coach. A fistfight or some sort of violence broke out in the stands. RCMP were called to the arena and, to ensure people’s safety, stuck around until the teams and their families left. But beyond

that, given the unreliability of eyewitness testimony and the different ways that different people perceive the same events, the picture is a little muddy.

No one in their right mind should claim that racism is not a fact of life in Thompson or even that you need to self-identify as a racist to harbour prejudiced beliefs or believe in racial stereotypes. Racism is present to some degree throughout Canadian society and most likely in every other society around the world. At the same time, we can’t definitively say that what happened at the arena on Feb. 8 was directly caused by racism. Hockey, like other sports, particularly those that include sanctioned violence, causes emotions to flare up, not only among participants, but also among those in the stands, particularly when the participants are their relatives or friends.

Incidents of violence have occurred in hockey arenas all over Canada, sometimes involving players, sometimes referees, sometimes coaches and sometimes spectators, too. The common denominator in all these incidents isn’t racial tension, however, though it certainly sometimes plays a part. But every one of these incidents does involve a very fallible and easily recognizable group: human beings.

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Letters to the Editor

In my own words: narrow-minded minds To the Editor: “Narrow-Minded Minds.” Yes? There are two reasons that prevent many of us today from being happy. The first is that we continue to live in the past. Secondly, we observe others in their actions. Our problem is

not that no one understands us but rather that we don’t understand ourselves. Often we speak a thousand words and are still misunderstood.

However, there are others who will understand us, without us saying a word.

Our lives are filled with chapters unread so let’s

choose to be positive and have a grateful attitude.

This will outgrow our “narrow-minded minds” or determination on how we are going to live our lives.

Ken Ross Thompson

A time to move on To the Editor: The recent history of Western Canada is as colourful as any other nation on earth.

When immigrants escaping the horrors of wars in Europe, the feudal system and the grinding poverty of peasantry in eastern Europe arrived, the native people slowly began to accept these strangers, trusting them to share the land of their ancestral homeland – Turtle Island.

Unknown to the immigrants and the indigenous people of the 17th century, they would soon be struggling to survive among their warring factions - the American republic and English and French colonial armies. In effect, the two powers of Europe had exported their misery and death to the shores of Canada in a struggle for territory.

Without the assistance of Tecumseh, who repelled wave after wave of Americans in the War of 1812, we would be living in the largest English-speaking colony in the American republic. Yet Tecumseh was betrayed by Canadian and British colonial authorities, and the homeland for his citizens was never delivered to his people.

So began two centuries of lies and betrayal

which have shaped our relationship with the First Canadians.

This spring, when we celebrate the solstice in March, I hope Mr. Harper and Mr. Selinger give some time to a new policy when dealing with their First Nations communities in Western Canada.

Isn’t it about time we let those fledgling communities think about their own future, the vision they have of how they want to fit into society, and, for once, help them implement the programs which, by their own choosing, will allow us to move forward in theis century? Saying curtly that “they” should get a job and fit in like the rest of us is the repeat of the federal government’s wasted resources – trying to assimilate the First Canadians for almost 200 years. The reserve system is a dismal failure, and while we are obligated to uphold the integrity of treaties for our citizens, it’s time to stop finger-pointing and move this country forward. Mr. Harper, Premier Selinger, Niki Ashton, Steve Ashton! Are you listening?

Angus Campbell Thompson

PC party’s actions speak louder than words To the Editor: Now that a provincial election is just over a year away, it appears the Manitoba PCs have suddenly discovered Northern Manitoba. However, you don’t have to dig very deep to learn that the Conservatives have opposed virtually every effort our NDP government has made to improve the quality of life of the people who live in Northern Manitoba. We are proud our government founded the University College of the North and have expanded facilities and training to ensure people in the north have opportunities for good jobs where they live. The

Conservatives opposed the creation of UCN and even said they would shelve it to pay for their own campaign promises.

The PCs have also repeatedly said the NDP’s record investments in northern roads and bridges should be diverted to pay for infrastructure in southern Manitoba.

PC Leader Brian Pallister has a record he would like you to forget.

When he was in the provincial cabinet, he reduced hospital budgets for the north by nearly 23 per cent, cutting $8 million in front-line health services. When Mr. Pallister was seeking his party leadership, the furthest north he travelled was

Swan River. Last year, he announced his northern policy strategy from Winnipeg. As someone who is from Northern Manitoba and who has represented the north in the Manitoba Legislature since 1993, I am proud to be part of a government that has worked to make our province a better place to live for all its citizens.

While Mr. Pallister and the PCs would like you to believe they’ve changed, the truth is that their actions speak much louder than their words.

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KIN CANADA THOMPSON CHAPTER SPECIAL TO THE THOMPSON CITIZEN

The Thompson Chapter of Kin Canada successfully completed its first initiative of 2015 when they delivered 30 toiletry kits to the clients of the Thompson Crisis Centre on Feb. 1.

Having collected supplies months beforehand, club members met to assemble the kits and then delivered them to the crisis centre. The Kin Club of Thompson has undertaken this initiative for the last three years and values its partnership with the Thompson Crisis Centre.

The tagline at the end of the article “What do you think everybody should read?” that appeared on Page 6 of the Feb. 11 Thompson Citizen incorrectly identified the author, Amanda Sanders, as a library clerk at the Thompson Public Library. She is, in fact, a library assistant.

The Thompson Citizen apologizes for the error.

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Kin Canada donates toiletry kits to crisis centre The Kin Club is comprised of women and men who work together to serve the community’s greatest needs. The club welcomes new members and former Kinsmen and Kinettes to join. They would like to thank all the individuals who donated items for the initiative, especially the Quality Inn & Suites and the Days Inn for their donations and space.

For more information about the Kin Club of Thompson, or if you would like to donate items for next year’s kits, please email the Kin Club at thompsonkinettes@gmail.com or contact Shannon Johnston at 204-778-3115.

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Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Kin Canada Thompson Chapter From left to right, Kin Club vice-president Robyn Foley, Peter Frigo, Kin Club president Shannon Johnston, Kin Club secretary Aureole Grimard and Andrea Wood

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Faculty of Social Work Thompson Citizen photos by Ian Graham Ian Snooks of the atom AA Thompson King Miners scores a third period goal to help power his team to Thompson’s first Munn Cup title since 2006. Below, Drake Perch of the peewee B Doug’s Source for Sports Warriors celebrates after scoring to win the Lamontagne Cup in a shootout over the atom AA Flin Flon Bombers.

He’s Snooks, he scores!

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Tied 2-2 headed into the third period of the Munn Cup final against The Pas Huskies, it looked like the atom AA Thompson King Miners and their fans might be in for a nail-biting last 20 minutes, until the hometown team’s offence caught fire.

Ian Snooks scored three times in a span of 10 minutes to put the game beyond the Huskies’ reach after a pair of goals by Brady Krentz and one by Munn Cup MVP Carter Anderson gave the Miners a three-goal cushion. By the time the final whistle sounded, it was 10-2 and the Munn Cup was in the hands of the King Miners for the first time since 2006. Snooks had scored his first goal of the game late in the second period, tying the game 2-2 and setting up a winner-takes-all final frame after the Huskies surprised the Miners – who outscored their opponents 31-8 in three round-robin games – by taking a 2-0 first period lead against the same team to whom they had lost 11-2 earlier in the tournament.

The win gave the atom AA Miners their 14th Munn Cup in the 45th edition of the tournament, first held in 1971, and their first since the second of back-to-back championships in 2005 and 2006.

The trophy presentation was a passing of the torch for the King Miners’ Brady Krentz, who accepted the trophy from his uncle Bruce Krentz, the keeper of the cup, along with the team’s other captains. Bruce Krentz was a member of the first Thompson team to ever win the Munn Cup in 1981, while his brother Mike Krentz, the head coach of this year’s championship-winning team, was MVP of the tournament in 1987, when the King Miners won the fourth in a row of seven consecutive championships. The eight-year gap between this win for the King Miners and the last time they claimed the cup is the second-longest in the history of the tournament, one short of the 10 consecutive sea-

Atom AA King Miners end eight-year Munn Cup drought while Warriors stun Flin Flon with lastminute comeback

Northern Social Work Program The University of Manitoba, Faculty of Social Work at Thompson is now accepting applications for the Northern Social Work Program. The deadline for submitting applications is March 2, 2015. The program is scheduled to begin September 2015. Students may complete the NSW Program as a full-time 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

Experiences of Foster Parents With Children in the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Researchers from the University of Manitoba and the University of Western Ontario are conducting confidential interviews for a study of the experiences of foster parents who have cared for a child who has been affected by alcohol. We want to know about the difficulties as well as what foster parents enjoy about fostering children with confirmed or suspected FASD. The interviewer will ask questions about foster parent’s experiences regarding the needs and challenges of caring for a child who has a confirmed or suspected disability in the fetal alcohol spectrum. We are offering an honorarium to each person who participates in an interview as a token of our respect for sharing their time and expertise during the interview.

If you are interested in participating or you would like more information please telephone: Marleny BonnyCastle at (204) 677-1455 or email Marleny.Bonnycastle@umanitoba.ca

sons to start the tournament in which Thompson did not claim the trophy.

The AA King Miners were not the only Thompson team to taste glory on the final day of the tournament.

The peewee B Doug’s Source for Sports Warriors, who stepped up to fill a vacancy in the AA tournament when the fourth atom AA team dropped out, completed a stunning comeback against the Flin Flon Warriors to claim a 3-2 shootout victory in the Lamontagne Cup final.

Samuel Millar and Drake Perch had shootout goals for the Warriors, with Perch’s deciding goal

coming after an earlier breakaway goal was disallowed because he wasn’t wearing a neck protector.

It looked like Flin Flon would take the title when they scored with just over five minutes remaining in the third period to go ahead 2-1.

But Nicholas Spence tied the game with less than a second left, putting in a rebound when the Warriors, with their goaltender out for the extra attacker, gained the zone and got a shot on net after going offside with 10.9 seconds left and winning the subsequent faceoff.

Millar had scored to tie the game 1-1 with less than seven minutes to play in the third period.

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Light of the North Church 32 Nelson Road CHRISTIAN COUNCIL DIRECTORY ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH Fr Joseph Subhash and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday School 9:45 am, Church 11:00 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Dr. 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Pastor Ted Goossen 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Ps Peter Elias 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 APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 GOLDEYE CRESCENT Service Schedule 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

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

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302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY and dry cleaners for sale. Coverall and mat rental business. 5000 sq ft building (new roof 2013) 145 Hayes Rd. Satellite store at Thompson Plaza. Interested parties contact: 204-778-8393. 9-tfn-nb

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MANITOBA INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION Separate sealed tenders will be received by: Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation Region 5 11 Nelson Road Thompson MB R8N 0B3 (204) 677-6540

MANITOBA INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION Separate sealed tenders will be received by: Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation Region 5 11 Nelson Road Thompson MB R8N 0B3 (204) 677-6540

on the specified day up to 12:00 noon prevailing local time for the following work: FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2015 C.O. X05930 Dragging Sherridon Road

on the specified day up to 12:00 noon prevailing local time for the following work: THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2015 C.O. X05929 Dragging Provincial Roads 287 & 384

The work involves dragging for a total distance of 84 kms during the Department’s 2015 summer season.

BID BOND & TENDER FEE ARE WAIVED FOR THIS PROJECT Tender forms may be obtained at the above address. The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

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Busy Collision Repair shop needs a Detailer/Lot Person. Must have general knowledge of vehicles and a driver’s licence.

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Teekinakan Day Care is looking for an individual who enjoys a fast paced environment. This person must enjoy being around children, have good time management skills and the ability to be flexible.

Experience would be an asset. Qualified ECE’s preferred but will accept all applications.

This position is a full time 8 hour day shift, Monday-Friday and will start ASAP. Please call Anne-Marie @ 778-8866 for more information or send a resume to P.O. Box 471 Thompson, Mb. R8N 1N2

The work involves dragging for a total distance of 106 kms during the Department’s 2015 summer season.

BID BOND & TENDER FEE ARE WAIVED FOR THIS PROJECT Tender forms may be obtained at the above address. The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

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Employment Opportunity Cultural Support Worker (CSW) DIABETES INTEGRATION PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT - PART -TIME Employment Opportunity in Thompson, MB 0.4 FTE (16 hrs/wk) – 6 Month Term with possibility of extension to March 31, 2016

Keewatin Tribal Council Health Department is currently seeking a Cultural Support Worker to provide direct support services to Indian Residential Schools (IRS) Survivors and their families in Northern Manitoba.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Under the auspices of the Diabetes Integration Project Inc., the administrative support position will work collectively with the Diabetes Integration Project staff in the Thompson office.

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The Administrative Support will be responsible for administrative office duties to support all staff. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating travel arrangements; completing travel claims, communicating with community health care providers, faxing/ mailing correspondence, maintenance of administrative and client files, ordering clinical and office supplies, arranging vehicle maintenance appointments and performing other related duties to support operations.

Communication • Greets the public with courtesy and respect at all times • Communicates and relays messages and inquiries • Maintains effective lines of communications with communities Work Environment • Provision of administrative support to the Diabetes Integration Project staff • Maintains an inventory of office supplies/equipment • Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment

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Administrative Support Certificate or equivalent education/ experience Relevant experience in an office environment Proficiency in computer software programs Must be professional and must maintain confidentiality at all times Must possess excellent verbal/written communication skills Must possess excellent organization and time management skills Must have valid Manitoba Drivers License Knowledge of First Nation customs, values and traditions

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Please submit a resume with three references and a cover letter to the attention of: Ms. Caroline Chartrand Executive Director Diabetes Integration Project 301 - 338 Broadway Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0T2

Liaise/network with Northern Aboriginal communities and other stakeholders in raising awareness about the Indian Residential School Survivor Assessment (IRSSA) process; Conduct information sessions, presentations and workshops on the common experience payments process, Independent Assessment Process, Commemoration events, and Truth and Reconciliation and Commemoration events; Identify Survivor support needs, provide for these needs and refer as necessary to the appropriate resources as well as existing community services and supports; Attend hearings, workshops/conferences and other events related to the IRSSA; Respond to calls from all stakeholders involved in the IRSSA and IRSRHSP; Prepare activity reports and participate in regular IRS program planning activities;

Qualifications:

Qualifications/Education/Experience:

Applied Counselling Certificate or equivalent education and experience; Knowledge & sensitivity of each community’s cultural practices; Knowledge of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (IRSSA) Program Knowledge of the IRS Survivors and intergenerational impacts; Computer skills: Microsoft Office, Word, PP, Excel etc.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset Must have strong Organizational skills and ability to work independently or in a team environment; Knowledge of the Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) geographical communities and demonstrated respect of the Cree and Dene culture and traditions

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Possess valid driver’s licence, own or have access to vehicle; • Willingness and ability to travel extensively; • Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required.

Position will be subject to a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal record Check

Application Deadline: February 25, 2015 We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 35 Station Road 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 AM Service 11:00, PM Service 7:00 Prayer Meeting- Wednesday 7 PM

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Frequent all-star named rural high school athlete of the week

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

R.D Parker Collegiate basketball star Adrianna Proulx was named the Tire Recycle rural high school athlete of the week by the Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association (MHSAA) Feb 10.

A member of the varsity girls’ basketball team since Grade 9, Proulx is now in Grade 11 and has been named an all-star at two tournaments and MVP of two other tournaments this season, all of which the Trojans – who retained their number one ranking among AAA basketball teams in Manitoba in the MHSAA’s Feb. 12 top 10 – have won. “Adrianna is a pleasure to coach,� said RDPC varsity girls’ basketball coach Sara Gillis. “She is an exceptional athlete who still continues to grow in her game every day, bringing with her a

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We can help you settle and connect with your community RDPC Grade 11 student Adrianna Proulx was named the MHSAA’s rural athlete of the week Feb. 10. positive attitude. She is constantly goal-setting and striving to achieve those goals. She is always working to bring her game to the next

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Proulx, who was a member of the varsity girls’ volleyball team earlier in the school year, has an 82 per cent average.

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Maintenance Trades Person 52 Week Non-Seasonal Departmental Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship, Paint Lake, Manitoba Advertisement Number: 29749 Closing Date: March 2, 2015 Salary Range: $45,725.00 - $52,174.00 per year plus remoteness allowance, if applicable The Regional Services and Parks Division of Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship is seeking a qualiďŹ ed individual to ďŹ ll the position of Maintenance Trades Person at Paint Lake Provincial Park. Paint Lake is located approximately 740 kilometers north of Winnipeg.

QualiďŹ cations: Regional Services and Parks Division, Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship is seeking a qualiďŹ ed individual to ďŹ ll the position of Maintenance Trades Person at Paint Lake Provincial Park. Paint Lake is located approximately 32 kilometers south of Thompson and 740 kilometers north of Winnipeg, Manitoba.

The Manitoba government offers you opportunity, diversity and a rewarding career.

Sheriff’s Officer Term/Part-Time Manitoba Justice, Sheriff Services, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 29780 Closing Date: March 6, 2015 Salary Range: $19.94 - $25.82 per hour plus Remoteness allowance and Northern premium where applicable

QualiďŹ cations:

Essential QualiďŹ cations:

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Duties: Reporting to the District Park Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the maintenance, daily testing and operation of the class 2 water treatment, class 1 distribution system of `Ă€ÂˆÂ˜ÂŽÂˆÂ˜}ĂŠĂœ>ĂŒiÀÊ>˜`ĂŠĂŒÂ…iĂŠĂŒiĂƒĂŒÂˆÂ˜}ĂŠ>˜`ĂŠÂœÂŤiĂ€>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂŠÂœvĂŠĂŒÂ…iĂŠÂ?iĂ›iÂ?ĂŠÂŁĂŠVÂœÂ?Â?iVĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜Ă‰Â?iĂ›iÂ?ĂŠÂŁĂŠĂŒĂ€i>ĂŒÂ“iÂ˜ĂŒĂŠ wastewater facility at Paint Lake Provincial Park.

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Your cover letter, rĂŠsumĂŠ and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Find out about other current job opportunities — click on the Jobs button at manitoba.ca.

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IMMEDIATELY REQUIRED Stittco Energy Limited In Thompson, Manitoba Requires 1 Full Time Truck Driver.

The Ideal Candidate Must Possess A Class 1 With Air Brakes Driver’s License. competitive wages and excellent beneďŹ t package offered.

Drop off resume to: 31 Gay Street Thompson Manitoba 204-677-2304

SERVICE ADVISOR

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

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

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

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

Resumes only please.

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

kayla@thompsonford.ca

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Aboriginal applications are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications & resumĂŠs.

Full job descriptions are available upon request. Positions will remain open until filled.

For more information, please contact: Mr. Dion McIvor, RPR, Recruitment Officer 867 Thompson Drive South, Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Fax: (204) 778-1477, Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca

$BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to self-declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

www.nrha.ca

WORK WITH US & GROW A CAREER

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

46,221 – 53,982 4:30pm Wednesday February 18th, 2015

Submit All Applications to: Amanda LeDrew, Director of Human Resources amanda@nh.ncnwellness.ca Family & Community Wellness Centre Nelson House, MB. Phone: 484-2341 Fax: 484-2351

Requirements: • Automotive aftermarket and parts supply background and/or knowledge preferred • Capable of recognizing parts numbers • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines • Strong attention to detail with a knowledge of computers, cataloging • Agility to bend to floor-level shelves and reach upper shelves with use of a stool or ladder when necessary • Clearly speaking and attentive listening skills

Please email your resume to dsigurdson@napacanada.com or drop off at 27 Hayes Rd 204-677-4518

Invites applications for the following

QualiďŹ cations: Two years’ experience in a ďŹ nance support capacity, grade 12 plus a oneyear accounting course is preferred. Intermediate level computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel are required.

Please attach a cover letter with your resume indicating the position of interest.

Duties & Responsibilities • Addressing customer sales/service questions and problems quickly • Helping team members when working with customers or finding auto parts • Navigating computers and paper catalog systems • Working towards continuous improvement with our in store processes and procedures • Building long term relationship with customers • Lifting merchandise over 50lbs for deliveries • Assist with restocking and other shop duties as necessary

www.glaciermedia.ca/careers

Invites applications for the following

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities • Experience in supervising the work of junior accounting clerks or other staff within a ďŹ nancial or accounting environment • Thorough knowledge of accounts payable, child maintenance billing and other general ledger procedures in a computerized environment • Experience performing reconciliations, resolving account discrepancies and generating accounting reports • In depth knowledge of FACTS • Experience interpreting and applying guidelines, policies and procedures. • Experience reviewing ďŹ nancial documents for accuracy, completeness and/or compliance. • Ability to facilitate good working relationships and interact effectively with vendors, internal and external clients and various stakeholders • Ability to work with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment, initiative and independent decision-making • Knowledge of CIC Tracking and Requests • Ability to arrange and Coordinate staff travel • Filing/Pulling • Billing Reconciliation assistance • Admin Purchase Orders/ordering • Simple A/P entry • Accrued Vacation Payable Reconciliation • Petty Cash Reconciliation • Staff travel arrangements • Finance Clerk - Maintenance • Mtce A/P Entry • Billings ( submission & reconciliation) • Maintenance Purchase Orders

Why work with us? • Supportive team mates who are passionate about providing exceptional service • “The Perksâ€? including employee pricing on automotive parts/products, and incentive bonuses • Flexible benefits program including health, medical, dental and life • Access to personal development and technical training programs • Learn and collaborate with the best in the industry

If you are looking to grow your career with a successful, continuously growing company, we want to hear from you!

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTRE INC.

Job Summary As the ideal candidate for this role, you possess knowledge of payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, coding expenses knowledge of FACTS, administrative policy and procedures; have superior organizational skills and an ability to work effectively under deadlines. You possess excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills; are able to work independently, and with a high degree of accuracy, initiative, discretion and good judgment. This position reports to the Director of Finance

Counter Clerk - Full Time Join the Canadian leader in the distribution and marketing of automobile replacement parts and accessories. At NAPA, you will work with committed people in a professional environment with opportunity for career growth.

Glacier Media Group is growing.

Check our job board regularly for the latest openings:

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTRE INC.

Senior Finance Clerk - Thompson OfďŹ ce AK1/F12 Permanent/Full time

SALARY RANGE: CLOSING DATE:

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Designated Intake Worker -Thompson Amalgamated OfďŹ ce (SP4) Job Summary The Intake worker is responsible for gathering and screening information to determine whether Child & Family Services are necessary or appropriate.

The Intake Worker applies procedures when there is a request for services or a report that a child is or might be in need of protection.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities • Assessing complaints of children alleged to be in need of protection as deďŹ ned by the Child & Family Services Act, speciďŹ cally including areas of sexual and physical abuse, neglect and parenting capacity: • Providing protection services to clients, including apprehending children and bringing matters before the court where necessary • Undertaking family and individual assessments • Providing therapeutic intervention to parents and children • Developing partnerships in the community and collaborating with other social services in a community based model of service • Preparing reports, correspondence and documents for internal and external use • Participating in case conferences, staff meetings and professional development opportunities both within and outside the agency

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTRE INC. Invites applications for the following EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Emergency Duty Worker – Thompson 1 FTE Job Summary The After Hours EDW worker is responsible for gathering and screening information to determine whether Child & Family Services are necessary or appropriate. The EDW Worker applies procedures when there is a request for services or a report that a child is or might be in need of protection. This includes assessments, crisis intervention, supportive counseling, assistance with basic needs, advocacy and referral.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities • • • • • •

Providing emergency services to families as part of a family services team Investigating child abuse and neglect referrals Assessing the risk for child safety Determining NCN-CFS involvement and a safety plan for families in crisis Transporting families and supervising access/visits with children Plan and conduct interviews with people who display a broad range of emotions Organize, present and record information in a clear, concise and timely manner which allow others to understand the reason for a decision and need for further action Work independently and participate as a contributing member in a variety of team Recognize risks to safety of clients and take timely actions to respond or de-escalate crisis situations Hours of Work are 4:30 – 8:30 (on call) 7 days on 7 days off

QualiďŹ cations: • Bachelor of Social Work, other combinations of education and experience will be considered • Demonstrated ability to conduct investigations, assess risk and to formulate and carry out service plans in collaboration with the family and other community resources • Willingness to learn skills associated with child protection • Knowledge and experience in applying therapeutic approaches with children and families • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Excellent crisis intervention skills • Basic computer literacy • Proven ability to work as an integral member of a team • Strong time management skills and ability to work effectively under pressure • Demonstrated experience and skills in working with various ethnic/ racial backgrounds with speciďŹ c focus on the aboriginal issues • Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver’s License & be able to provide a clean Child Abuse Registry/Prior Contact & Criminal Record Check upon hire

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SALARY RANGE:

Negotiable

SALARY RANGE: CLOSING DATE:

CLOSING DATE:

4:30pm February 19th, 2015

54,365 – 72,647 Inclusive of NLA 4:30 p.m Wednesday February 18th, 2015

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QualiďŹ cations: •

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The On Call Worker position prefers a Bachelor of Social Work , Bachelor of Indian Social Work or an alternate bachelor level social work degree from an accredited university of a commitment to take provincial training modules.

Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver’s License & complete and pass a Child Abuse Registry Check & Criminal Record Check to successful acceptance standard upon hire.

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Wednesday,February 18, 2015

News NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the matter of the estate of ROBERT WINSTON MACUMBER, late of the City of Thompson, in Manitoba, deceased.

All claims against the above Estate, duly verified by Statutory Declaration, must be filed with the undersigned at their offices, 2nd Floor, 436 Thompson Drive North, Thompson, Manitoba, R8N 0C6, on or before the 31st day of March, 2015.

Dated at Thompson, Manitoba, this 11th day of February, 2015.

LAW NORTH Attention: Joanne Clouston Solicitors for the Executor/Administrator

One Day…

Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby Students at Deerwood School have worked together to create a 25-year time capsule. The time capsule is being hung on the school library wall seen here (inset).

KEEP THOMPSON GREEN!

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Grade 7 class of Leo Landers has created a 25year time capsule, which is being hung in the Deerwood Elementary School library.

Landers says his class asked the other classes to get involved in the capsule, and the whole school agreed to take part. Each class received an envelope, into which students placed letters from themselves, and other items they wished to capture in time.

The letters were based on a series of questions, Landers says. “The letter can contain their thoughts on what their chosen occupation might be when they grow up, where do they think they are going to live, who do they want to be like when they grow up, and why do they want to be like this person.”

The time capsule will stay in the library until Feb. 1, 2040 when it will be opened.

“The important thing is to get their hopes and dreams on paper about how they see the future and themselves in it,” Landers said.

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Since the inception of the city’s Safe Operations program in 2008, the WCB rates it pays have declined from $3.43 per $100 of payroll to $1.31.

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