February 24 2023

Nickel Belt News

Stacy Kennedy first woman appointed as permanent head of Vale Manitoba Operations

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Vale’s Manitoba Operations will be permanently overseen by a woman for the first time come March 1, when Stacy Kennedy takes over the top job in Thompson.

Kennedy, who has previously served as interim general manager of Manitoba Operations and interim mine manager, inherits the role from Gary Annett, who is returning to his home of Sudbury, Ontario, where he will continue to work for the company, said a Feb. 22 Vale Canada press release.

its health, risk and safety manager, a chief mine geologist and an operations superintendent, among other roles. She served as interim general manager of Manitoba Operations briefly in 2021, between the time that Franco Cazzola left the company and Annett took over the job.

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

In early 2019, she was the interim manager of Thompson mines before Gary Eyres was named the head of Manitoba Operations in March of that year.

“I’m really excited to be taking on this role at a time when there’s a real shift happening in the mining industry,” said Kennedy in a press release. “We’re seeing a much greater focus on diversity and inclusion as well as a greater commitment to our Indigenous communities and my goal is to use this opportunity to ensure our Manitoba Operations continue to follow this positive shift.”

A professional geologist and a resident of Thompson and Vale employee since 2007, Kennedy isn’t new to breaking ground for women in this province’s mining industry, having been named the first female president of the Mining Association of Manitoba in June of last year.

Since joining Vale after having previously worked for the government of Newfoundland’s Department of Natural Resources, the Memorial University of Newfoundland graduate has served Manitoba Operations as

Since Mark Scott left the company in 2018 following the permanent shutdown of the smelter and refinery, no one has remained as head of Manitoba Operations for longer than Annett, who was in the role for a little less than two years.

“The company has been changing management personnel on a consistent basis so this move is no surprise to both the union or our membership," said Warren Luky, president of United Steelworkers Local 6166, which represents about 550 hourly employees of Manitoba Operations, acknowledging Kennedy’s long tenure in Thompson.

“We at least have a local manager now that lives here to champion the Manitoba Operations.”

“Stacy’s experience working in a variety of roles in our Manitoba Operations and her knowledge of the community make her a great fit for this role,’ said Alfredo Santana, chief operating officer for Vale’s North Atlantic operations. “We’re excited to have her lead the team.”

David Campbell wins Lynn Lake mayoral byelection

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

For the second time in less than four months, David Campbell has been elected mayor of Lynn Lake and this time he actually got to assume his position as the northwestern Manitoba municipality’s head of council.

responsibilities of mayor and council on Oct. 27 and town administration was tasked with re-running a municipal election as soon as possible.

ness for the town is commissioning its new water treatment plant that is nearing completion.”I know the community is looking forward to the time we can turn on those taps and drink the water again,” Campbell said.

Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles has written a book about her experiences growing up, mostly in Churchill.

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Though she’s now written a book about her experiences growing up in Churchill, Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles said writing wasn’t something she always thought she would do.

Campbell, who served on the town’s council from 2018 to 2022, received 111 votes to defeat fellow candidate Brandon Dulewich, who received 82 votes. The winning candidate received 19 more votes in the Feb. 15 byelection than he did on Oct. 26 of last year, when he beat former mayor and Brandon’s father Audie Dulewich in a 92-65 vote.

That election, however, was essentially a formality and Campbell was never sworn in. Instead, because there was only one candidate for four councillor positions, meaning council had only two members, one shy of the minimum for quorum, an administrator appointed by the provincial government took charge of what would normally be the

“In my youth I never felt good at writing,” she said. “But when I moved to Thompson to get into the school of social work, at that point I had to write for university and realized, ‘Holy, I’m not bad at this, right?’ I certainly developed a lot of skill in university and came out of there with a very strong skill in my writing and confidence in my writing. I write very clear and that’s it. It’s there. Some people say it’s kind of blunt or direct. I don’t tend

Six council candidates registered for the Feb. 15 byelection, with Eugene Shin, Tyler Hunt, Anne Kenny Thompson and Vicki Phillips all receiving over 100 votes apiece to become councillors. Mitch Skomorowski and Ashley Moreau were the unsuccessful candidates.

to write things that you have to figure out. It’s pretty clear when I get through.”

DeMeulles said she wrote her book, titled Whispers in the Wind: Stories from the North - Life in Churchill for a couple of reasons.

Campbell and the winning council candidates were sworn in at the Lynn Lake Arena the day after the election and their first formal council meeting will be held Feb. 28 in council chambers at the town office. The appointment of the administrator would be revoked once Campbell and the councillors are sworn in, a provincial government spokesperson told the Thompson Citizen previously.

‘Oh, I’m just as bad, right?’ I have all these stories and I need to capture them for my grandchildren really because they will be lost if I don’t.”

She also has a reputation as a storyteller herself.

For all the harsh weather and the dangers of polar bears, deMeulles said if it had been viable she would

“I just sort of thought, you know what, this history, this stuff that’s in my head, it’s going to be gone if I don’t write it down,” she said. “My kids are not going to get it if I don’t do it and it’s something I’ve always wanted my mom to do. My mom’s an elder and she’s an artist, she’s got so many wonderful stories because she always tells her stories at Parks Canada in Churchill and I’ve always hounded her, ‘Please, just put it on tape, I will write it for you because your story is going to be lost,’ and she’s never done it and I thought,

“I had such a varied history and I would tell people stories and they would go, ‘That’s not true, is it?’ I’d go, ‘Yeah it’s true.’ They’d go, ‘You didn’t do all that, did you? You’ve got to be really old.’ I was like, ‘No, actually I did all that before I was 27,’ and they went ‘What?’”

since the Hudson Bay Railway suspended operations north of Gillam last spring.

about that so why don’t they have the option to do that?

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Looking back, some of those experiences are things she might not do again.

“I did some pretty bizarre stuff like fuel hauls into the high Arctic at -35,” said deMeulles. “It didn’t dawn on me until after. That was a very dangerous thing to do. Being on a plane full of fuel

“It used to be a really thriving large community and it’s just dwindled down to such a small population now,” deMeulles says.

A 38-year-old man was hospitalized with life-threatening-injuries after being stabbed in Thompson on Feb. 15.

Though she’s not there any longer, her parents and her sister and other family members still are.

The victim, from Pimicikamak Cree Nation at Cross Lake, was

“My cousin owns the hardware store there,” she says.

found by Thompson RCMP officers responding to a report of a stabbing at a Princeton Drive residence around 4:30 a.m. He was transported to hospital, where he remained, in serious

Because of that, deMeulles finds it hard to

I think right now they’re feeling like they’re pawns in a political game and that’s really sad for them because I think the people of Churchill really want to thrive. They’ve built their worlds there. How would we feel if someone came to you and said, ‘I’m sorry, you have to leave your home community and we’re going to displace you somewhere else and all your loved ones and your history is gone?’”

Stabbed man hospitalized, suspect arrested

“I miss the shoreline, I miss the rock, I miss the polar bears even though they’re very dangerous and I really miss the Hudson Bay,” she says. “When I go back home, standing on the Hudson Bay looking out on the bay, it just gives you an incredible sense. You feel so small and you feel great.”

condition, on Feb. 17.

Guiseppe Ross, 31, also from Cross Lake, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and remanded into custody.

Now that she’s got one book under her belt, deMeulles says she may try to produce another.

“I have another book in me,” she says. “It’s a darker story, more about personal growth and struggles. Maybe in the next five years it’s something I’ll focus on doing.”

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Thompson Citizen file photo The Town of Lynn Lake is once again being overseen by a mayor and council after a Feb. 15 byelection. A provincially appointed administrator was in charge since Oct. 27 because there were too few members of council after last fall’s election to form a quorum.

Thompson Citizen file photo

Vale Canada announced Feb. 22 that Stacy Kennedy will take over as head of the company’s Manitoba Operations on March 1.

Grade 12 exams headed back to class in Manitoba

BY MAGGIE MACINTOSH LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

Manitoba’s future Grade 12 students will not be spared from taking highstakes provincial exams after all.

The education department has done a U-turn in its approach to modernizing its assessment schedule and as a result, the Class of 2024, and those that succeed it, will have to complete the systemwide tests that were standard before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Government officials had said a new Grade 10 evaluation would replace

the longstanding examinations in final-year courses, each of which are weighted between 20 and 30 per cent of a student’s overall course grade.

But in an early February letter, Education Minister Wayne Ewasko told superintendents and independent school principals there is room for, and value in, undertaking old and new traditions.

“We believe the introduction of this Grade 10 provincial evaluation will better prepare students for their individual paths beyond Grade 12,” Ewasko wrote in the Feb. 6 notice.

“The Grade 10 provincial evaluation will also provide an important benchmark for every student. In order to gauge the impact of the Grade 10, 11 and 12 interventions, the Grade 12 provincial tests in mathematics and language arts will also be resumed by January 2024.”

The onset of the pandemic led the province to suspend its timed and cumulative Grade 12 tests in March 2020.

The end-of-course exams were cancelled indefinitely the following autumn, owing to a flurry of concerns about student and teacher anxiety, as well as issues related to fairness and validity because of a patchwork of in-person learning disruptions.

Before the current school year got underway, Manitoba Education indicated the exams would not return and cited recommendations by the 2019 commission on K-12 education.

The Tories accepted all of the commission’s calls to action “in spirit and principle.” Recommendation No. 59 of 75 touts the creation of modern curriculum-based tests for mathematics and literacy at Grades 3 or 4, 6 or 7, and 10, and making schoollevel scores available to the public.

A senior government official told the Winnipeg

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Free Press ongoing conversations within the department have led to the recognition that there is “equally important value” in continuing to offer finalyear tests.

“As we emerge out of the pandemic and we see the impact on students, to a varying extent… We want to seize the opportunity to have as much provincial data that we can to inform our decisions,” the official said, adding the Grade 12 results will continue to provide a “rear view” snapshot of a student’s overall education.

A group of Grade 10 teachers is working to define the skills that they and their colleagues will be assessing in 2023-24. The new evaluation is expected to measure how well learners mastered content and competencies from Grade 9 and rather than centre around a one-and-done test, drawn from a series of student works.

ongoing and cumulative activities including oneon-one conversations, oral presentations, research projects, group work and traditional tests.

High school teacher Robbie Scott said the decision to revive the provincial exams came as a pleasant surprise because he sees tests as important tools to instil in learners the importance of preparation and stress management.

“Life is full of stress and so, what we do in school is we set up some seemingly stressful situations — (although) I don’t want to minimize it’s real stress for some people — but then you see the strategies, and students learn through practice, through exposure to some stress and that with preparation, you succeed,” said the Winnipeg-based physics and computer science educator.

well-being. Two Winnipeg divisions have asked their employees to refrain from giving term finals worth more than 10 per cent of a course grade.

“Our position is to respect teacher autonomy, and the teacher in the classroom is the best source of information on how your child is doing in school,” said James Bedford, president of the Manitoba Teachers’ Society.

The union leader acknowledged MTS advocated for an exam hiatus early on in the pandemic, but he said a sense of normalcy has returned to society and teachers have a responsibility to prepare graduates for life after high school — which, in many cases, includes post-secondary education.

Bedford noted Grade 12 provincial tests are developed alongside members and marked by them.

Increased data collection and monitoring will ensure teachers can spot areas that need improvement early in a cohort’s high school career and the province can pinpoint where it needs to strengthen curriculum and instruction implementation, the department said.

Outside the provincial assessment schedule, teachers measure student learning daily with

It makes sense to expose students to exams before they reach Grade 12, Scott said, adding teachers always make accommodations to support learners who are in particularly challenging circumstances.

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There has been a growing shift away from assigning anxiety-inducing tests in light of the pandemic heightening concerns about student

The province is open to discussing the future weight of Grade 12 assessments, a senior department employee said, adding officials encourage teachers to use a variety of assessments, exams included, so students are not overwhelmed in their final year.

Manitoba has yet to determine if and how it will publish school-based data on assessment outcomes.

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‘People would have died:’ Teen’s selfless action saved lives in Split Lake fire

BY DAVE BAXTER LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG SUN

She is being hailed as a hero, but Shenika Chornoby says she was just doing what she thought was right when she ran into a burning building and risked her own life to help get others out before it was too late.

“I didn’t really have time to think, I just saw the fire and went in, because I knew there were people and there were kids in there that probably needed help,” Chornoby said.

“And I know that I did the right thing, because if I didn’t go in there people actually would have died.”

A fire on Feb. 11 destroyed an eight-unit apartment complex in Tataskweyak Cree Nation where 10 families and 49

people were living. The fire left those 49 people homeless in the remote community located more than 950 kilometres north of Winnipeg, but despite the huge and destructive blaze, there were no fatalities.

But some say if 17-year-old Chornoby had not been on the scene that day they believe there would have been lives lost in the fire. Chornoby did not live in the building but was walking by it on her way to work on Feb. 11, when she noticed smoke and saw that the building was on fire.

Chornoby said she ran into the building to alert residents of the fire, and she said she grabbed two children who were in the building and took them to safety.

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BY DAVE BAXTER LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG SUN

Indigenous leaders in Manitoba are calling on the federal government to improve fire department services in First Nations communities after a fire that left two children injured and 49 people without a home as Indigenous people continue to be at greater risk to be killed by fire than non-Indigenous people.

“Our First Nation citizens deserve to feel safe in their homes and in their nations,” Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick said in a media release Feb. 15, just days after fire destroyed an eightunit apartment complex in Tataskweyak Cree Nation.

The fire destroyed the apartment building where 10 families and 49 people lived, leaving those residents homeless and living in temporary shelters in the remote community located more than 900 kilometres north of the city of Winnipeg.

As well, two children, a 17-year-old girl and a twoyear-old boy were hospitalized due to injuries caused by the fire.

Merrick and TCN Chief Taralee Beardy are sounding the alarm about the state of fire and rescue services in TCN, and calling on Indigenous Services Canada to improve those services in the community, and in several other First Nations communities.

“Indigenous Services Canada could have avoided tragedies like this had they provided the necessary fire safety equipment and resources, such as a new fire truck, instead of leaving the First Nation to buy used equipment,” Merrick said.

“The AMC supports Chief Beardy of Tataskweyak Cree Nation in calling for more fire safety resources.”

Merrick said that in Mani-

scared and I grabbed them and helped them out of the building, I covered one with my jacket and another with a blanket and when they were safe I just walked in again, because I wanted to make sure no one else was still in there,” she said.

When she went back into the building the second time, she said it was just moments before firefighters arrived, and she said she helped those emergency workers to find another child that was still in the building, and that child was also taken out of the burning building to safety.

“There was a mom freaking out because she said, ‘My baby is in there’ and then more people showed up and they got the baby safely out the window,” Chornoby said.

When she walked out of the building a second time, Chornoby, who suffers with asthma, collapsed due to smoke inhalation and was administered CPR by a bystander.

“I was in there pretty long the second time,” she said. “I remember it was very smoky, but I didn’t feel scared, but when I got out I remember feeling sick and that’s when I collapsed.”

Chornoby was airlifted to HSC Children's Hospital in Winnipeg, where she was treated for injuries due to smoke inhalation, as well as for a dislocated shoulder and a damaged ribcage caused by the CPR that was administered.

She said she did not wake up until three days after she

arrived at the hospital, and that is when people told her that she had likely saved lives on Feb. 11, and she said that is when some started calling her a “hero.”

Chornoby has now been discharged from hospital and is back in her home in TCN and expected to make a full recovery, although she admits she doesn’t like attention and feels somewhat “overwhelmed” by how much she is now getting from people in her community.

“I know the community wants to hold an event, and I am not much of an attention person and not comfortable in big groups, but I understand why they want to do it,” she said.

“At first I was overwhelmed but I understand

and respect why people are reaching out, because things could have been a lot different if I hadn’t gone in, and people probably would have died.”

While speaking to the Winnipeg Sun last week just days after the fire, TCN band councillor Nathan Neckoway said he and others in the community are certain that lives would have been lost if not for the actions of Chornoby on Feb. 11.

“I believe we would have lost some community members if not for what she did,” Neckoway said.

“She is a hero.”

— Dave Baxter is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Winnipeg Sun. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the government of Canada.

fire protection needed in northern, isolated communities, say leaders

toba there are currently several departments in First Nations communities that are being forced to borrow or buy used equipment from neighbouring departments.

“Multiple First Nations in Manitoba need adequate equipment,” she said. “Some First Nations have had to resort to signing agreements with neighbouring communities, purchasing inadequate equipment in the face of having no equipment at all.”

A 2020 study conducted by the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council Project and funded by ISC showed disturbing trends in the dangers that fires pose to Indigenous people in Canada.

The study said that Indigenous people are five times more likely to die from fire than non-Indigenous people, but that number jumps to 10 times more likely for those who are living on reserve.

“While fire-related deaths occur across Canada, episodes on First Nations communities appear to be more frequent and often seem to include larger numbers of victims,” the study states.

In a statement sent to the Winnipeg Sun , a spokesperson for ISC said that “regional officials were in contact with the Tataskweyak Cree Nation leadership over the weekend, and we are working with the First Nation to ensure that needed supports are in place.”

As well, ISC explained how they currently fund TCN’S fire protection services and said that it is leadership in the community that “prioritizes where these funds are directed to be most effective.”

“As part of its funding for fire protection services on-reserve, Indigenous Services Canada provides approximately $216,000 annually to Tataskweyak Cree Nation for fire protection and other services,” the

spokesperson said. “Tataskweyak Cree Nation’s leadership manages fire protection and prioritizes where these funds are directed to

be most effective, such as equipment, training or public education.” According to ISC, the community of TCN cur-

rently has one fire truck and a fire hall and it relies on volunteer firefighters.

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Norway House Cree Nation is getting $750,000 to build a pavilion for public gatherings while Barren Lands First Nation in Brochet is getting the same amount to renovate the community centre and band hall. $75,000 is going to the Cormorant Community Council to revitalize the Cormorant Community Drop-In Centre and some of $314,000 going to Indigenous Services Canada will be used to support fishing licence transfer strategies for the fishery at Cedar Lake, west of Grand Rapids between Highway 6 and Highway 60.

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‘Bad Kitty Meets the Baby’ by Nick Bruel

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Editor’s Note: In honour of February being I Love to Read Month, the Thompson Public Library is submitting reviews by young patrons of books available on their shelves.

What is the book about?

It was about Bad Kitty when she met the baby. She didn’t like the baby so she tried to mail the baby, but the human said no so kitty tried other things. In the end kitty didn’t mind the baby too much.

What did I like?

Everything.

What did I dislike?

Nothing.

Would you recommend?

Yes. 5/5

‘Barbie: A Fairy Secret’ by Christy Webster

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What is the book about?

Someone ripped Barbie’s dress. Someone fixed Barbie’s dress with magic. The fairies take Ken away. Ken is supposed to marry the fairy princess. The boys fight. They ride the ponies to save Ken. Barbie and Raquelle become friends. Now they have a fairy secret.

What did I like?

Best friends became fairies. I liked Barbie’s fancy dress like the princess.

What did I dislike?

I like all of it.

Would you recommend?

Yep, to all my friends. 5/5

‘Powwow Day’ by Traci Sorell

BY MIA GRADE 3

What is the book about?

This book is about a girl named River and her friend named Dawn and River’s family. River won’t ever like her short hair. River says she can’t dance because she is sick. Amber said River will dance when she feels better.

What did I like?

I liked the part when they sing Eh-yah, Eh-yah, Wey-eh-yah-ah.

What did I dislike?

I didn’t like the part when River complained about her hair being short.

Would you recommend?

River shouldn’t complain about having short hair. 5/5

‘ Pizza and Taco: Who’s the Best?’ by Stephen Shaskan

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What is the book about?

Pizza and Taco are great friends who argue about which one is better

What did I like?

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‘Pinkalicious and the Babysitter’ by Victoria Kann

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Pinkalicious and Peter’s mom and dad went out. A girl named Maya was their babysitter. They played games and had hot chocolate. Peter broke their mom’s special mug. They fixed it by making it into art.

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The University of Manitoba, Northern Social Work Program in 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 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 may be the career for you! The program is especially suitable to those who have been denied a university opportunity due to financial, social, and cultural reasons, lack of formal education or residence in remote areas; we strongly encourage you to apply.

Deadline for applications is March 1, 2023. For information, contact the Faculty of Social Work at 204-677-1450 or christy.watkinson@umanitoba.ca.

‘Never Girls #5: Wedding Wings’ by Kiki Thorp

BY MAIZIE DAVIS GRADE 3

What is the book about?

Mia, Lainey, Kate and Gabby are going to their babysitter Julia’s wedding. An art talent fairy Bess comes along. Gabby is going to be the flower girl. Gabby was going to use fairy dust for the pedals but the veil flies away instead.

What did I like?

I liked when the girls were eating cake with the fairies and when Bess was drawing a picture of the wedding on a napkin.

What did I dislike?

I didn’t like when Bess fell into the bowl of chocolate

Would you recommend?

I would recommend this book for people who like fairies and adventures.

South Indian Lake woman’s Feb. 21 death being investigated as a homicide

Police are investigating the death of a woman in South Indian Lake who succumbed to injuries they believe were sustained in an assault.

South Indian Lake RCMP were notified by the community nursing station on the morning of Feb. 19 that a 47-year-old woman with life-threatening injuries was going to be medevaced to Winnipeg for further treatment.

A family member of the victim told officers who went to the nursing station that she was at a residence on Wasagan Road where they believed she was assaulted.

The woman died of her injuries on Feb. 21 and her death is being investigated as a homicide by South Indian Lake RCMP, RCMP Major Crime Services and RCMP Forensic Identification Services.

Thompson RCMP Drug Tip Line 204-677-6995

The City of Brandon is currently accepting applications for a: Millwright- Journeyperson ICI

To perform a variety of duties related to the Millwright trade as part of a journeyperson team that performs skilled maintenance work within the water and wastewater treatment facilities, lift and booster stations, lagoons, and groundwater wells of Development Services.

Competition # 230016

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on March 6, 2023.

For more detailed information about this opportunity and how to apply, please go to: http://jobbank.brandon.ca/

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE (TCO) 701 THOMPSON DR, THOMPSON, MB

Position: Intake/Data Clerk

One (1) Full Time Permanent position

Summary of Position:

The Statistics (Stats) department works closely with the foster care and finance departments in the agency. The Intake/Data Clerk receives and enters data on all case types, including but not limited to foster care (FCM) files, children in care (CIC) files, protection files (PRT), voluntary family services (VFS), and family enhancement files (FE). The incumbent provides month end reports on case files and supports the work of the Agency with administrative tasks. The Intake Stats Clerk works in a confidential environment and ensures accuracy of data input.

Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent.

• 1-2 years experience in office administration preferred.

• Demonstrated organizational skills.

• Familiarity with Microsoft office (Excel, Word and Office Suite) preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Northern communities.

• Ability to speak Cree/Dene an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced, time sensitive, child welfare working environment.

• Independent work with little direct supervision.

• An environment where maintaining confidentiality is important.

• Repetitive computer and keyboarding work.

• Occasional and remote overnight travel.

• Must provide satisfactory Criminal Record check, Child Abuse check and Prior Contact check prior to beginning work and throughout employment as required.

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

Closing Date: Monday, March 6, 2023

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 2023-016 on your resume/cover letter and in the subject line of your email in confidence to:

Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba

Competition #2023-016 701 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

**Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster

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In this role you will be reporting to the Team Lead and will be responsible to ensure the complete security of this world-class, outdoor aero-engine test site, as well as perform grounds and building maintenance, and facility systems preventative maintenance.

To apply and for more info, visit careers section www.mdsaerotest.ca; We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Thank you for your interest. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Join MDS AeroTest for unique and rewarding experience!

Counselors level one - Nights

Thompson Crisis Centre is hiring:

Full-time Counselor Level one - Nights

We are a 24/7 facility so shifts include days, evenings and nights.

The successful client will have a working understanding of Domestic and/or Family violence and related issues. Have one or more years of counseling experience, preferably in the area of crisis intervention or domestic/family violence, with some professional training i.e. Applied Counseling Certificate and/or relevant post-secondary education (Social work, Nursing or work-related experience).

Have a current CPR and First Aide or willing to obtain and recent Child abuse registry/Criminal record check. Valid Driver’s license or willing to obtain. Must be able to work cross-culturally, the ability to speak a second language is an asset. Have an understanding and respect of LGBTQ1 issues and the vulnerable sectors.

Be willing to work shift work: including days, afternoons, nights, weekends and stat holidays as required.

Be reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual and have a good work ethic.

If you are interested in applying for a position please submit an up to date resume to the Program Manager Christine Fenner/or Executive Director Helen Trudeau at tccprogrammanager@shaw.ca. Applications are due by March 01/23 at 4 pm.

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA

THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE (TCO)

701 THOMPSON DR, THOMPSON, MB

Position: Receptionist

One (1) Full Time Permanent position

Summary of Position:

As a member of the administrative team, the Receptionist is the important first contact for clients, visitors, and the public. The incumbent uses good customer service skills to manage calls, visitors, and admin related requests. The Receptionist is responsible for administrative support to staff and assists with projects and events for the Agency. This includes coordinating and communicating office activities, preparing correspondence, and maintaining office, and equipment supplies. The Receptionist is well organized and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with a variety of people in an environment where confidentiality is required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Experience living/working in northern First Nations communities an asset.

• 1-2 years office experience preferred.

• Demonstrated time-management skills.

• Good understanding of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).

• Dene or Cree language preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Child welfare office environment.

• Highly emotional situations may occur occasionally.

• Provide satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Prior Contact checks prior to starting the position, and throughout employment as required.

• Travel, overtime, and on-call responsibilities may be required occasionally.

• May be located in a remote community office or in an urban office.

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

Closing Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023

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 2023-015 on your resume/cover letter and in the subject line of your email in confidence to:

Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2023-015 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca

We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process

**Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster

Casual Counselors level one

Thompson Crisis Centre is hiring Casual Counselors Level one

We are a 24/7 facility so shifts include days, evenings and nights.

The successful client will have a working understanding of Domestic and/or Family violence and related issues. Have one or more years of counseling experience, preferably in the area of crisis intervention or domestic/family violence, with some professional training i.e. Applied Counseling Certificate and/or relevant post-secondary education (Social work, Nursing or work-related experience).

Have a current CPR and First Aide or willing to obtain and recent Child abuse registry/Criminal record check. Valid Driver’s license or willing to obtain. Must be able to work cross-culturally, the ability to speak a second language is an asset. Have an understanding and respect of LGBTQ1 issues and the vulnerable sectors.

Be willing to work shift work: including days, afternoons, nights, weekends and stat holidays as required.

Be reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual and have a good work ethic.

If you are interested in applying for a position please submit an up to date resume to the Program Manager Christine Fenner/or Executive Director Helen Trudeau at tccprogrammanager@shaw.ca. Applications are due by March 01/23 at 4 pm.

Full-time Day Care Worker

Thompson Crisis Centre is hiring

Full-time Day Care Worker Full-time Term Position

While hours are anticipated to be typically 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., there will be a minimum of one evening per week of programming. Also, please note that in order to meet the needs of clients, flexible shifts are required. This position involves working in close collaboration with other staff in scheduling and providing child-minding services for emergency, transition and the outreach program. This enables the counselors to provide both individual and group sessions.

This includes providing a safe and healthy environment, planning and implementing on-site and off-site activities i.e. crafts/music/baking and play therapy. Must be able to provide nutritious snacks. Other responsibilities include cleaning/sanitizing and inputting stats into HIFIS.

If you are interested in applying for this position or require further information with respect to nature of the position, qualifications, required knowledge, education and skills*, please contact Program Manager Christine Fenner/or Executive Director Helen Trudeau at tccprogrammanager@shaw.ca by Monday, March 01/23 at 4 pm.

Weekend Part-time Counselor - Days

Thompson Crisis Centre is hiring

A sixteen (16) hour/week

(1) Part-time Counselor Level one

We are a 24/7 facility so shifts include days, evenings, and nights The successful client will have a working understanding of Domestic and/or Family violence and related issues. Have one or more years of counseling experience, preferably in the area of crisis intervention or domestic/family violence, with some professional training i.e. Applied Counseling Certificate and/or relevant post-secondary education (Social work, Nursing or work-related experience).

Have a current CPR and First Aide or willing to obtain and recent Child abuse registry/Criminal record check. Valid Driver’s license or willing to obtain. Must be able to work cross-culturally, the ability to speak a second language is an asset. Have an understanding and respect of LGBTQ1 issues and the vulnerable sectors.

Be willing to work shift work (days, afternoons, and nights) on weekends and stat holidays as required.

Be reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual and have a good work ethic.

If you are interested in applying for a position please submit an up to date resume to the Program Manager Christine Fenner/or Executive Director Helen Trudeau at tccprogrammanager@shaw.ca. Applications are due by March 01/23 at 4 pm.

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• Opportunity for career development

• Vehicle, uniforms and tools provided

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PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA

GOD’S LAKE NARROWS SUB-OFFICE GOD’S LAKE NARROWS, MB

Position: Foster Care Worker

One (1) Full-Time Term Position (ASAP to July 2023)

The Foster Care Worker will perform a full range of foster care activities for Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba; this includes recruitment, home assessments, orientation, training, foster home licensing, places of safety and support services to foster homes and foster parents. The Foster Care Worker provides temporary and longterm placements for children as directed by the Child and Family Services Act and the Program Standards. The Foster Care Worker will also ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with the policies, procedures and specific directives of Awasis Agency.

Qualifications:

• BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or combination of education and experience in a related field with the completion of 2 years in the BSW program may be considered

• Strong commitment to community-based service delivery

• Working knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues

• Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS)

• Assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

• Strong work ethic and reliable

• Proven ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

• 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 language would 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

• Satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Prior Contact checks prior to beginning work and throughout employment as requested.

• 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, March 3, 2023

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 2023-017 on your resume/cover letter and in the subject line of your email in confidence to:

Human Resources Department

Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba

Competition #2023-017

315 McGee Street, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7

Fax: 204-790-4455 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

**Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering more than forty academic degree, diploma, and certificate programs.

We commit to offering a safe, welcoming and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits, great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

PAYROLL & BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR

HR/Payroll

Full Time, Permanent Position

The Pas, Manitoba preferred, other Manitoba locations may be considered

Competition No: 23-012

Closing Date: February 27, 2023

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

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MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION

Now Hiring For: MULTIPLE POSITIONS

The MMF seeks to fill multiple positions located at the MMF Thompson Regional Office at 171 Cree Rd in Thompson, MB, including one full-time Métis Community Liaison Worker and one full-time Regional Youth Worker

For a complete list of Skills and Qualifications, please visit: www.mmf.mb.ca.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Thursday, March 2, 2023. Preference will be given to qualified Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter.

MMF Human Resources Department

University College of the North

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY

Training Coordinator – Full Time

Permanent Position

OFFICE: Regional Office

LOCATION: The Pas, Manitoba

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency (CNCFCA) is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. CNCFCA 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 Human Resource Manager, the Training Coordinator will be responsible for designing, organizing, scheduling, and directing a wide range of training activities for the organization. The Training Coordinator will collaborate with the Unit Supervisors and Coordinators to identify training needs for all employees. The overall goal of the Training Coordinator is to provide and have confident and highly trained front line workers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Program Design

§ Program Implementation

§ Monitoring and Documentation

§ Reviews

QUALIFICATIONS

§ Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred)

§ Must have a minimum of five years child welfare working directly with clients

§ Must have supervisory experience

§ Knowledge of Manitoba CFS Act and CFS Standards

§ Comprehensive knowledge of child welfare theory and practice and demonstrated experience in the development and provision of education and training within child welfare environments

§ Experience in providing and leading training or educational sessions, including being comfortable presenting to large groups

§ Computer skills is a definite asset: Microsoft (Teams, Powerpoint, Word, Excel)

§ Experience in curriculum development

§ CFSIS is an asset

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

§ Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse and prior contact check

§ Cannot be active on a protection case

§ Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license

§ Must be willing to travel

§ Other duties related to the position may be assigned

Deadline: March 2, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME 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.

“Please visit our website at https://creenation.ca”

Our office ensures that best practices in COVID-19 are observed. Under Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency’s COVID-19 vaccinations policy, all applicants are required to be fully vaccinated.

300-150 Henry Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7

Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca Fax to (204) 947-1816

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY

Resource Worker –Perm Position

Winnipeg Sub Office

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency (CNCFCA) is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. CNCFCA 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 Family Services Supervisor, the Resource Worker is responsible for developing, maintaining, supporting, educating and licensing foster care resources for children in the care of the Agency. Adheres to the Child and Family Services Act and regulations and ensures that provincial standards are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Resource Pool Development

§ Licensing

§ Support to Foster Care Providers

§ Training

§ Assist with placement

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 registry check and prior contact check.

§ Cannot be active on a protection case.

§ Must maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency requirements.

§ Varied amounts of travel required within this position.

§ 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: February 28, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Submit cover letter & resume 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.

“Please visit our website at https://creenation.ca”

Our office ensures that best practices in COVID-19 are observed. Under Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency’s COVID-19 vaccinations policy, all applicants are required to be fully vaccinated.

Manitoba’s high child poverty rate has First Nations leaders deeply concerned

BY DAVE BAXTER LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG SUN

A study released last week shows that Manitoba is the province with the highest rates of child poverty in Canada, and First Nations leaders in this province say they are concerned because they know a high number of those children living in poverty in this province are First Nations children.

On Feb. 14, the Poverty, Pandemic and the Province report was released which shows troubling levels of child poverty in Manitoba.

According to the report, Manitoba’s child poverty rate sits at 20.68 per cent, the highest childhood poverty rate of any province, and 7.21 per cent higher than the national average. Only the territory of Nunavut has a higher rate of child poverty at 28.09 per cent.

The study also shows troubling numbers related to First Nations children and youth, as currently in Manitoba 41.6 per cent of First Nations children live in poverty, a higher rate than any other demographic group, according to the report.

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick said those numbers “reflect the enduring consequences of coloni-

alism, marginalization, and discrimination,” and said she is now asking the province to do more to include First Nations leaders and representation in discussions and policy decisions surrounding child poverty.

“This is the cost of exclusion, and the continued refusal to engage with First Nations leadership on policy and legislative development that has historically led to devastating impacts on our families,” Merrick said.

“It is extremely disappointing.”

The report also found that children and youth living in poverty are at a higher risk for negative health outcomes including preterm birth, child mortality, and suicide, and are also more likely to experience poor educational outcomes.

“We continue to endure overrepresentation amongst poverty statistics, despite the recognition of the systemic nature of these circumstances and institutional oppression which creates these poor outcomes,” Merrick said.

“The government in this province does little to take accountability nor do they make adequate efforts to challenge the normalization of our suffering and the constant stereotypes our citizens are subjected to as a result of this

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY

Family Enhancement Worker –Permanent Position Thompson Sub Office Thompson & Lynn Lake, MB

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency (CNCFCA) is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. CNCFCA 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 Family Enhancement Worker is responsible for providing and administering CFS Services in accordance with the Child & Family Services Act.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Responsible for gathering information and assessing child and family functioning problems;

§ Responsible for the development of case plans for children and families within program guidelines and provide referrals, support, guidance and problem solving;

§ Responsible for all file documentation, referrals, ensuring services are applied;

§ Case Monitoring, Risk Assessment & Follow up;

§ Provides case management and support for children in care and families.

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;

§ Travel is required to work in Lynn Lake office one week per month;

§ 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: March 2, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Submit cover letter & resume 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.

“Please visit our website at https://creenation.ca”

Our office ensures that best practices in COVID-19 are observed. Under Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency’s COVID-19 vaccinations policy, all applicants are required to be fully vaccinated.

discriminatory treatment.

“It is time to target policies in a manner that reconciles the ongoing discrimination that keeps our families in poverty.”

In a statement to the Winnipeg Sun, a provincial spokesperson said the province wants to work with Indigenous people and organizations to slow those poverty rates among Indigenous children and youth, but also said that poverty reduction in this province is a “shared responsibility.”

“The Manitoba government values conversations with Indigenous rights holders and community partners on how to best support Indigenous children, youth and families,” the spokesperson said.

“Poverty reduction is a shared responsibility. Manitoba is committed to working collaboratively with all levels of government, community partners and other stakeholders in both private and public sectors to ensure that children and families in our province will have a brighter future.”

The spokesperson also claimed the province recognizes the increased risk of poverty among First Nations families is “directly

linked to factors including intergenerational trauma, colonialism, and structural racism,” and said the province has been putting programs and policies in place to try and lower child poverty in Manitoba, and among First Nations children and youth.

“The province has implemented various measures to help Manitobans who are struggling with the high cost of living. These include increasing the minimum wage and rent assist rates, and issuing affordability payments,” the spokesperson said.

“As well, the Manitoba government has already established partnerships with Indigenous organizations to provide culturally-appropriate supports to help Indigenous individuals and families stabilize and thrive. Some examples include the original and expansion sites of Granny’s House, Clan Mothers Healing Village, the Community Helpers Initiative, and N’Dinawemak.”

— Dave Baxter is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Winnipeg Sun. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the government of Canada.

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY

Legal Administrative Assistant –Term Position Winnipeg Sub Office – Unit C Winnipeg, Manitoba

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency (CNCFCA) is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. CNCFCA 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 Service Manager, the Legal Administrative Assistant provides administrative legal and general administrative support services for unit leadership and workers and ensures that all related activities are conducted in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act, applicable Regulations and Standards, as well as CNCFCA policies and procedures. The Legal Administrative Assistant supports and ensures that all legal files, case documents, agreements and related court documentation are accurately prepared, maintained and filed in a timely manner. The Legal Administrative Assistant will maintain strict confidentiality in performing all duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Prepare and maintain legal documents

§ Notification and coordination of expires

§ Prepares for and attends court

§ Serves court documents

§ Order and maintain Birth Certificates

§ Other administrative duties as assigned EDUCATION AND TRAINING

§ Post Secondary Diploma or equivalent

§ Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

§ Ability to use a variety of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and database systems

§ Ability to deal effectively with a variety of visitors and circumstances

§ Knowledge of customer service

§ Good organizational skills and working knowledge of office and administrative procedures and related equipment

§ Excellent oral and effective communication skills

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

§ Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse registry check and prior contact check.

§ Cannot be active on a protection case.

§ Must maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency requirements.

§ May be assigned to provide coverage or support for other office locations from time to time and as required.

§ Other duties related to the position may be assigned.

Deadline: March 2, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Submit cover letter & resume 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.

“Please visit our website at https://creenation.ca” Our office ensures that best practices in COVID-19 are observed. Under Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency’s COVID-19 vaccinations policy, all applicants are required to be fully vaccinated.

Position: Case Aide

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT/OFFICE: WINNIPEG SERVICE DELIVERY

OFFICE (WSDO)

315 MCGEE STREET WINNIPEG, MB

One (1) Full Time Term Position (ASAP to May 2024)

Summary of Position:

Reporting to the Regional Unit Supervisor the Case Aide is responsible for facilitating case-related activities (on behalf of their unit) when working with families and children in the field of child protection and must follow all guidelines related to clients’ safety and privacy. The duties would include, but not limited to assist with case management administration, provide administrative support to case workers/Unit, including developing strong relationships with clients, acting as a liaison for Agency and clients, preparing reports, check progress and reports about cases, conducting interviews, assisting with compiling case particulars for Court, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, assist with developing long/short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education and networking with collateral resources/services.

Qualifications:

• Combination of education and experience in related field

• Previous experience in child welfare is preferred

• Knowledge of CFS legislation, Regulations and Provincial Standards

• Knowledge of Child & Family Services information System (CFSIS) would be an asset

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Excellent assessment skills

• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team setting

• Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values

• Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree or Dene language would be considered an asset

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced environment

• Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information

• Overnight and remote travel approximately 5% 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, March 3, 2023

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 2023-018 on your resume/cover letter and in the subject line of your email in confidence to:

Human Resources Department

Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba

Competition #2023-018

315 McGee Street, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7

Fax: 204-790-4455 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

**Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster

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All interested candidates can submit resume and cover letter through our link on www.indeed.com

Long-time resident authors book about Thompson

After researching dates, stories and information for seven years, Wayne Hall, who has lived in Thompson since 1961, has written a book about the early days of the city from 1955 to 1970 — the year Thompson became a city. It encompasses timelines of when people came and events happened, as well as the advent of many “firsts.” It tells about a lot of the changes that happened during this time period.

The book also includes personal stories given to him by various early pioneers about their experiences in coming to Thompson.

The book’s title — “Where You From?” The Building of a Northern City: Thompson, Manitoba —comes from the early days, Hall says. When you met someone for the first time, you would ask, “Where you from?” as everyone was from somewhere else.

Digital and hard copies can be purchased directly from Wayne Hall by calling 204-679-5740 or by searching the book’s title on Amazon.ca.

TOMLINDSEY

MLA FOR FLIN FLON CONSTITUENCY

REPRESENTING: Black Sturgeon Falls, Brochet, Cold Lake/Sherridon,

Constituency Office: 93 Main Street, Flin Flon, MB. HOURS: Mon–Fri, 9 am – 4 pm

PHONE: 204-687-3246

PHONE: 204-687-3246

FAX: 204-687-5649

FAX: 204-687-5649

EMAIL: tom.lindsey@yourmanitoba.ca

EMAIL: tom.lindsey@yourmanitoba.ca

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Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of Wayne Hall Wayne Hall, a resident of Thompson since 1961, has written a book about the early days of the community, from its founding until 1970, the year it became a city.