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Though students had been attending classes there since Jan. 4, École La Voie du Nord hosted its official grand opening Jan. 11, opening its doors to parents, official representatives and the general public to tour the new facilities. Among those present were Minister of Education James Allum, Thompson MLA and Minister of Transportation Steve Ashton, Churchill Keewatinook-Aski MP Niki Ashton, and Mayor Dennis Fenske. Also present were several representatives from the Division Scolaire Franco-Manitobaine, including DSFM general director Alain Laberge, his predecessor Denis Ferré, north and western region director Bernard Lesage, and the school’s former principal, Roger Gagnon, among others. For many, the presentation was unique in Thompson: mainly, the majority of the presentation was in French. Nonetheless, La Voie de Nord’s principal Daniel Couture offered heartfelt thanks for the English-speaking parents who did choose to attend: “I commend you for being here. If you’re at this opening, and you don’t speak French, it’s a very powerful message for your children; it shows that you really want to support them 100 per cent.” The DFSM’s Lesage thanked local government officials for their efforts in making the project a reality, as well as the School District of Mystery Lake,
Thompson Citizen photo by Kacper Antoszewski École La Voie de Nord principal Daniel Couture stands with government and community representatives after the unveiling of a plaque commemorating the school’s grand opening ceremony Jan. 11. See related story on Page 3. who helped find a place for the school within the Burntwood Elementary School building: “Overthe past few years, the government of the day has really helped with the evolution of the DSFM. To the School Division of Mystery Lake, we truly appreciate you sharing spaces with us over these many years. It was very helpful with us to start off our program in French, and the shared spaces you offered us were truly appreciated.” Allum and Steve Ashton, both of whom raised their children to speak multiple languages, French or otherwise, were present to express their congratulations to the school. Allum
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spoke to the indispensible role French has played in the opportunities his own children have gained from the experience: “All three of my kids were educated in French, by virtue of being able to speak French, the world has opened up to them. They have the ability to do many, many more things by being able to communicate in French. And that, my friends, is the future that awaits all of you children. It’s an honour to be here in a school with such energy, such vibrancy, and such beautiful surroundings, that’s so energy efficient and sustainable for future generations to come, and not just for you folks in
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front of me, but a childcare centre as well. Everyone in the community has a stake here.” Steve Ashton echoed his sentiment, and emphasized the contribution a Frenchlanguage school makes to the cultural diversity within the community: “This is a very important day for Thompson; we have 60 years as a community, and thousands of years of aboriginal history. Today, the message we send with the opening of this school, we send a very clear message: while we don’t have a historically French population in Thompson, the French language is also alive and well in Northern Manitoba.”
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Fenske presented a certificate of appreciation to the school, and emphasized the role La Voie de Nord will play in ensuring the continuing relevance of Thompson as a northern centre for excellence: “We’ve had growth at the University College of the North, with the announcement of the industrial trades centre; with this, we add to the pillar of education in this community, one that we will grow on, as pillars of education, health, government services, and industry, to ensure that our community is sustainable for many years to come, and that all of these kids have a future in the north, as we have had.”
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Ombudsman Charlene Paquin says that Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation (MIT) did not have sufficient reason to try to purchase $5 million worth of Tiger Dams flood-fighting equipment in 2014 without going to tender. Her report into the attempted purchase – which didn’t go through and was then sent to tender in December 2014 but was subsequently not awarded – was released Jan. 7 and also found that MIT did not do enough research and analysis into whether the particular type of flood-fighting equipment that the Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) wanted was the best way to fight flooding. “No MIT staff we interviewed knew of research the department had conducted or considered regarding the flood protection needs for First Nation communities in the Interlake region of the province or for the purchase of $5 million of Tiger Dams, despite the guidance in the PAM [Procurement Administration Manual] to do ‘research and analysis’ in the first stage of the procurement cycle,” Paquin’s report states. “Our understanding is that the department did not conduct this research and analysis because IRTC had already stated to the department that it wanted a specific
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brand of water-filled barriers and because it was directed to prepare a submission accordingly. We are not satisfied that IRTC requesting specific equipment is sufficient justification for the department not to follow the guidance in the PAM that encourages departments to provide research and analysis regarding what goods or services should be purchased.” The department’s submission to the Treasury Board proposed waiving a competitive bidding process because it felt the sole source exception – one of four acceptable circumstances under which untendered purchases for more than $50,000 can be made – applied. “Individuals we spoke with at MIT indicated that departmental staff did not agree with waiving a competitive procurement process,” wrote Paquin. “However, as noted previously, the department was directed by the minister of MIT [Thompson MLA Steve Ashton] to draft a submission that proposed an untendered contract for Tiger Dams. The department indicates that the direction supported IRTC’s request for this equipment because IRTC had this equipment in its inventory and had experience using it.” Paquin also said that MIT had purchased two emergency response trailers equipped with Tiger Dams
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Manitoba Ombudsman Report
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Manitoba ombudsman Charlene Paquin’s report into the attempted purchase of $5 million worth of Tiger Dams flood-fighting through an untendered contract by the Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation department, which started with an announcement in July 2014 and was withdrawn in November of that year, said there wasn’t justification for not going to tender. and the equipment needed for their deployment from International Flood Control for a significantly lower price per trailer on July 4, 2014 than the price the company indicated it could provide them for in a July 30, 2014
document sent to IRTC. “We were not provided with an explanation for the price difference, nor is there any indication that, despite staff having noticed this change in price, the Continued on Page 7
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL INVITATION Proposals will be received by the Purchasing Agent up to 11:00 a.m. local time, Friday, January 22, 2016 at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB. R8N 1S6. RFP #10216 Security System for TRCC.
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The bids submitted cannot be withdrawn for a period of 30 calendar days from schedule date of closing bids. The City shall have the right to disqualify the Contractor from bid process if they have failed to complete their obligations under any prior contract with the City of Thompson or has been involved in litigation with the City. The lowest or any Bid need not be accepted by the City of Thompson. The City shall have the right to evaluate competing bids in accordance with its own criteria for evaluation applied to the specific item or work being Proposed, whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Bidders. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award the Bid which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.
TENDER INVITATION Sealed bids are invited for THE Purchase of Two (2) Mid Size Cars from all eligible bidders on the prescribed bid form as provided in the bid documents. The detailed scope of work and terms and conditions of the contract are given in the Bid Documents and can be downloaded from the City of Thompson website or picked up from the Purchasing Agent’s Office. The bids, completed in all respect must be submitted on or before 11.00 A.M. Central Time February 10, 2016 to Brian Taylor, Acting Purchasing Agent, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson R8N 1S6. The bids submitted cannot be withdrawn for a period of 30 calendar days from schedule date of closing bids. The City shall have the right to disqualify the Contractor from bid process if they have failed to complete their obligations under any prior contract with the City of Thompson or has been involved in litigation with the City. The lowest or any Bid need not be accepted by the City of Thompson. The City shall have the right to evaluate competing bids in accordance with its own criteria for evaluation applied to the specific item or work being Proposed, whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Bidders. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award the Bid which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.
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La Voie du Nord opened doors to students Jan. 4 BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Manitoba took one more step in connecting two solitudes this January as École La Voie du Nord opened its doors for classes Jan. 4. La Voie du Nord, or Voice of the North, is Northern Manitoba’s first francophone community school, currently servicing 75 students through kindergarten to Grade 9, with plans for both physical and program expansion on a yearly basis. With its opening, of course, comes the new school zone, limiting traffic speed to 30 km/h Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. La Voie de Nord principal Daniel Couture notes that the student population is expected to grow every year, with concrete pads for additional classrooms already poured in anticipation: “Its going to be one year at a time; we’re not expecting high school students to suddenly show up. We’re going to work on the students we have now, and every year, as they grow older, we’re going to expand one more grade.” Ideally, Couture says, the school would hold between 15 and 20 students per class from kindergarten to Grade 12 or 200 to 240 in total.
The contemporary architecture features wider classrooms, maximizing interaction between students and instructors, and features a dedicated room for students with special needs to be comfortably taken care of. “Back before the 1930s, there was a law passed in Manitoba that banned education in French, and a lot of French families were essentially assimilated as English-speakers,” said Couture. “The DFSM’s mission is to get back that lost generation. So even if your parents spoke French, and you want your kids to get their culture back, this might be the place to go. We go above and beyond learning in French, and teaching our kids to live in French.” Students from anglophone families are welcome to enroll in the francophone school as well, and the school already has a few such students. However, Couture stresses that parents must be prepared for the additional engagement: “We have to maintain the French environment; reports cards are in French, emails are in French, which might be more difficult for parents. But, of course, there are always tools to help parents with that. If there’s something
important that they’d like to speak about, then we will try to speak in the parent’s language. We’ll always try to accommodate when the situation is more serious.” While the school looks forward to taking on more students in the years to come, filling up classrooms is only one part of the school’s suc-
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Reader thankful for healthcare workers
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got a call last week at the office from someone wanting to talk about healthcare workers and I was prepared to hear a rant about a long emergency room wait or something similar because a lot of people who call up the newspaper do so to complain. This caller, it turned out, was not one of those. Ian Graham A relative of hers had been in a car crash and she wanted to say how pleased she was with the care that was given. The hospital, she said, was sometimes like a war zone, but the nurses, aides and other workers there were providing the best care they could while working long hours and dealing with clients who are sometimes ungrateful, which is understandable, given that they are dealing with their own problems and perhaps not feeling as thankful as they normally would. Overall, as someone who’s had a lot of experience with Manitoba’s health care system lately, I have to agree with the caller. Health care workers are doing difficult and sometimes unpleasant jobs in a system that is often under-staffed. Like every system run by people, it isn’t perfect, but the people who make it go do deserve our thanks sometimes, especially when they’re working through the holiday season, while many of us are spending more time relaxing with family and friends.
Letter to the Editor
In my own words: puzzle of confidence To the Editor: “Puzzle of Confidence.” What does confidence mean to us? Do any of us know? It is the state of being, how our clothes fit, how we speak to others and how we feel about ourselves and more. Keep in mind that there may be moments when that puzzle of confidence is present and sometimes not. Either way, it comes from within. The normal mind works with the connection to the heart and we can feel it in our gut and intuition. By starting today, that puzzle of confidence can lead to any direction. We think positivity, we get relaxed and we try to choose where we can add some of that puzzle of confidence to our daily way of living. We are all worthy of it. Ken Ross Thompson
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Upcoming election keeping Thompson awash in infrastructure projects and other spending
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hompson could be forgiven for thinking that Christmas came a little late this year, given that the city recently received news that the province will be investing in education, new health care facilities and new affordable housing units. And that’s just the past week. Other recent spending has included the announcement of a new trades training facility for use by the School District of Mystery Lake and University College of the North, as well as the facility for youth in mental health crises being constructed at the southern end of Princeton Drive, adjacent to the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba Eaglewood treatment centre. With all these new facilities being completed, built or announced, it’s hard to remember that
the outlook was much grimmer five years ago, when Vale announced its plans to shut down the refinery and smelter, something that’s going to happen about three years from now, give or take, depending upon when the company’s other facilities are ready to accept ore from the Manitoba Operations. Thompson also saw the grand opening École La Voie du Nord this week, one week after students actually began attending the new francophone school on Weir Road near the Norplex Pool. To paraphrase a supporting character from a long-running animated TV series, “Everything’s coming up Thompson.” Unfortunately, the situation may not be as rosy as it appears. At the same time that the provincial government is investing heavily in new infrastructure
in Thompson – which is certainly welcomed by almost every resident – it isn’t difficult to see that the local economy is not as booming as residents would like it to be. There are still empty storefronts in local malls, some fairly recent. In the bigger picture, the Canadian dollar, well, isn’t a dollar in international currency trading and, while that may be welcome news for manufacturers who are exporting their goods to other markets, particularly the United States, it’s not as good for those who are importing products from other countries and selling them here, since it’s usually the consumers who end paying the difference. And, of course, there’s an election coming up, which explains why so much provincial spending is being announced now. It won’t be long be-
fore that well runs dry, at least until the campaign is over. And barring, say, a significant uptick in the worldwide price of nickel, which forecasters don’t seem to think is on its way, at least in the short term, it doesn’t seem likely the local economy will improve dramatically by the end of 2016. The good news is that it isn’t doing as badly as some people feared it might be not that long ago and capital projects spending will be spread out over the course of weeks and months and years, so it probably won’t falter too badly either. As the famous fable of the rabbit and the hare points out, slow and steady can get results. Right now, Thompson can be thankful that, for whatever the reason, the province is in the mood to spend on us. But good things like that don’t usually last forever.
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Mystery Lake getting big provincial funding boost BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The School District of Mystery Lake is the biggest single beneficiary of the province’s recently announced $32.5 million hike in Manitoba’s education budget, receiving more than 10 per cent of the total amount, says Thompson MLA Steve Ashton. “Thompson is receiving a 12.34 per cent increase or $3,428,797,” Ashton said in an email Jan. 5, the day the provincial announcement was made. “This is the highest increase in the province and is absolutely unprecedented.” The reasons for the increase include a small increase in enrolment and also the province devoting targeted funding in specific areas, including $13.9 million provincewide to support literacy and numeracy programming – a 5.9 per cent increase from last year – and $1.8 million to support the Student Achievement Fund to support innovative programs to help individual students succeed – a 124.7 per cent increase – and $200,000 for low-income students in Manitoba to pay for college and university applications. “We’re particularly focusing on some of the
specific needs and I think that’s the most important aspect of this increase,” said Ashton. “It really reflects some of the specific situations we’re facing in the north.” Other programs receiving funding across the province include a website designed to help high school students and young adults learn what education and training they need for their dream job, the incorporation of more paid and unpaid employment and co-operative education placements for high school credits, and resources for indigenous and immigrant students as well as underprivileged youth. “Virtually all of those factors are here in Thompson,” Ashton says. “Other school districts may have one or two or three of those specific focuses but if you look at the list there’s been a real focus on enhancement. That’s one of the reasons why Thompson is doing as well as it is. It’s because we reflect a lot of those specific needs and that’s why the funding announcement’s such a good news announcement for Thompson.” Historically, says Ashton, the School District of Mystery Lake has had
disadvantages including not having a northern allowance factored into funding and having the lowest assessment base, outside of the Frontier School Division, compared to the number of students it serves, as well as the fact that many students from outlying communities come to Thompson for school. “I’ve always argued that it’s not one size fits all in the province when it comes to education,” Ashton says. “We are the youngest region in the province and Thompson’s the youngest city in the province, so those factors create particular programming and funding challenges. That’s the key element here. The overall amount, obvously not every school district in the province is receiving it. We’re the only one with that significant increase.” Ashton says that the increased funding and other recent announcements like the establishment of a trades and training facility for secondary and post-secondary students make this a good time for education in Thompson. “All in all, a very good last few weeks for education in Thompson and the north,” he says.
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Niki Ashton campaign team ďŹ led complaint over conduct of federal election in Fairford BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
NDP MP Niki Ashton’s campaign team ďŹ led a formal complaint with Elections Canada following the Oct. 19 federal election, alleging that a polling station in Fairford reported more people voting than were on the electors’ list and that elections ofďŹ cials made comments that revealed bias and also may have targeted certain people in order to prevent them from voting. A Nov. 19 letter from Ashton’s campaign manager
Blair Hudson to Elections Canada identiďŹ ed ďŹ ve concerns about how the election for the Churchill-Keewatinook Aski riding was conducted at polling station number 90. “1. Our campaign has been told that 558 and 561 voters voted in Fairford, as shown on the copy of statements of the vote for candidates & representatives,â€? said the letter. “Our records indicate this is approximately 300 more people than we identiďŹ ed on the electors’ list. While we recognize many
people living in First Nations are not registered voters we have cause for concern that people voting were ineligible to vote in this poll. 2. Our campaign was also informed that the number 558 includes the advanced poll numbers for Lake St. Martin, Dauphin River and Little Saskatchewan. However this should not be the case as Lake St. Martin and Dauphin River voted in different polls in Winnipeg. Knowing that Little Saskatchewan had a poll #89 on the reserve we
Notice of Public Hearing TO REVIEW MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CHARGES AND FEES FOR PAYDAY LOANS PURSUANT to The Consumer Protection Act (Act) (C.C.S.M.2006 c.2006 c.200) the Manitoba Public Utilities Board (Board) will conduct a public hearing to review charges and fees for payday loans and consider the impacts of possibly reducing the maximum allowable rate from $17 per $100 borrowed to $15 per $100 borrowed. Additionally, the Board will consider the impacts of reducing the proportion of a borrowers net pay, which is used to determine the maximum loan amount, from 30 percent to 25 percent. These considerations, and other related matters, will be included in the Board’s report to the Minister.
SPECIFICALLY SEC. 164 OF THE ACT PROVIDES: 164(2) Within three years after the ďŹ rst regulation under clause 163(1)(f.1) (maximum cost of credit) comes into force, the board must commence a review of (a) the meaning of ÂŤcost of creditÂť for the purposes of this Part; (b) the maximum cost of credit — or any rate, tari or formula for determining the maximum cost of credit — that may be charged, required or accepted in respect of a payday loan; and (c) the maximum amounts, or the rates, taris or formulas for determining the maximum amounts, that may be charged, required or accepted (i) in respect of any component of the cost of credit for a payday loan, (ii) in respect of the extension or renewal of a payday loan, (iii) in respect of a replacement loan, or (iv) in respect of a default by the borrower under a payday loan. Further, the Board will submit its report to the Minister which will include (i) a description of the board’s consultation and the results of the consultation, and (ii) the board’s recommendations about the matters reviewed under subsection (2); and (b) may include any other recommendations about the regulation of payday lenders or payday loans.
HEARING DATES AND LOCATIONS: A Public Hearing will be held on the following days: Date: Tuesday, April 12 to Monday, April 18, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. Location: Board’s Hearing Room – 4th oor, 330 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Interveners must identify their reasons for intervention and be prepared to cooperate with other interveners to avoid duplication of interventions. The Board may determine whether an intervener is entitled to costs for participating in the hearing and may ďŹ x the amount of those costs. Criteria deďŹ ning the award of costs are described in the Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedures which are also available on the website.
have no records to show that there was a poll in Winnipeg, however the numbers from our voters list shows a discrepancy of 50+ on the ďŹ nal tally sheet. 3. Our scrutineer in Fairford overheard an Election Day worker tell the local Returning OfďŹ cer ‘Be careful. The NDP is here watching.’ I am sure you will agree that this statement is cause for concern. 4. We have been notiďŹ ed by at least one person in Fairford that prior to walking to the booth to ďŹ ll in her ballot, they were encouraged to vote Liberal.  The person in turn reported it to our scrutineering ofďŹ cer.  The person who heard this felt it was likely that the same message was given to others too. 5. We have been notiďŹ ed that Elections Canada representatives in Fairford were not consistent in asking for correct ID from people. It is feared that certain people were targeted and were told that they couldn’t vote even though they brought the right ID.â€? Ashton says some of the
allegations are serious ethical and legal breaches, if true. “It really is a question of ethical conduct and obviously there’s also the law in terms of the conduct of federal elections,â€? Ashton told the Thompson Citizen. “That kind of a statement [telling someone to vote Liberal] is entirely inappropriate and would contravene the Elections Act. This was an ofďŹ cial. This wasn’t somebody in the polling station.â€? She also points out that the concerns were brought to her team by people in Fairford. “It’s about a community that expressed real concern about the way the election was conducted in their own community, a federal election that was conducted in their own community,â€? said Ashton. “The kinds of things that we heard happened simply can’t happen again and obviously we hope to ďŹ nd out exactly what is behind this discrepancy in the numbers.â€? Ashton says she know people who worked on the regional elections team in
the riding and knows that they work hard and that Elections Canada could do more to support training for elections workers in the lead-up to a campaign. And while there were other issues like insufďŹ cient ballots reported at some other polling stations in the riding, she says Fairford is the only one she heard allegations like this about. “It’s pretty shocking,â€? Ashton said. “This is not a case where it’s a lack of capacity or lack of awareness. Everybody knows that that kind of conduct is unacceptable when you’re an elections ofďŹ cial. It is unheard of. I’ve never heard of this happening in an election in our region.â€? “We all trust that [the election]’s going to be done properly and people there are obviously very concerned that it wasn’t and are troubled, as are we, by some of the things that took place on that day,â€? Ashton says. “They’re keen to see a comprehensive review and so are we.â€?
The Board will issue a procedural order dealing with scope, process and intervener status following the February 29, 2016 ďŹ ling deadline.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AS A PRESENTER The Public is welcome to provide written submissions to the Board. Written submissions should be received by March 11, 2016. The public may also present their views orally to the Board during the Hearing. Anyone wishing to present oral submissions to the PUB should contact the Board Secretary by March 11, 2016. Persons wishing to address the Hearing in French are required to notify the Board’s Secretary prior to March 11, 2016.
SCOPE OF REVIEW Interveners may also wish to make written submissions regarding the scope of the review and to address any speciďŹ c issues, beyond the mandatory review requirements that they seek to have the Board consider.
FILING OF INFORMATION The Board will set out a timetable for the orderly ďŹ ling of information and conďŹ rm the hearing dates in its Procedural Order. All material ďŹ led by approved Interveners, as well as public presentations, will be provided on the Board’s website.
PROCEDURE The Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure will apply to the conduct of these hearings. All Interveners must familiarize themselves with the Board’s requirements. This document is viewable on the Board’s website or is available upon request to the Secretary of the Board at 400 - 330 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0C4 or by calling (204) 945-2638 or 1-866-854-3698 (toll free). The Board’s email address is publicutilities@gov.mb.ca. The Manitoba Ombudsman has recently issued privacy guidelines for administrative tribunals. The Board is mindful of its obligations under those guidelines. Its decisions in respect of the Application being considered will be sensitive to the guidelines. Personal information will not be disclosed unless it is appropriate and necessary to do so. However, the Board advises participants that these proceedings are public and that as a result personal information protections are reduced. The proceedings before the Board are transcribed and the transcript is posted on the Board’s website. Names of Presenters and their written or oral presentations are included in the publicly available transcripts.
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Boys & Girls Club opens Eastwood satellite location BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Boys & Girls Club of Thompson is hosting the grand opening of its new Eastwood satellite location today and tomorrow, having quietly opened its doors Jan. 6. Regularly scheduled programming will be put on hold for the two-day period as the club opens its doors to the community at large, providing residents with the opportunity to enjoy food and music while meeting the new
staff and asking questions about the facility. Speaking to city council Jan. 4, executive director Regina DaSilva-Gibbons outlined the goals of the new satellite location: “The mission of the Boys & Girls Club is to provide a safe support place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life. What we hope to accomplish in this location
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is to provide that place for kids, as well as community engagement by way of our community events, and continue to try to improve by our mission and core values.” DaSilva-Gibbons says the new club, like the current location, will not only provide a safe place for children to go to after school, but enriching and active programs to keep them busy: “The after-school program we’d like to run there is a Monday to Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; we will have staff there for eight hours a day. All of our programs are very structured; as a matter of fact, when I left the club today, the kids were being dragged away from online learning to engage in some active play, to make sure they move around and get a well-rounded after-school program.” The new location will also offer relief to the current location on Thompson Drive, whose clientele can occasionally exceed the capabilities of staff to effectively control the
space. DaSilva-Gibbons noted one week in November where the club saw a steady stream of 65 kids every night, a stressful situation for the limited and often young staff to handle. With the new location, it’s hoped that number will become the average attendance between the two locations, with the current facility averaging roughly 50 a day. The property isn’t much to look at for the moment; DaSilva-Gibbons assures that while the club plans to bring the new location up to similar standards as that on Thompson Drive, a functioning, essential facility is required to ensure funding will be available in the future: “To be a club in good standing, we do get peer reviews to adhere to national standards for beautification of the property. The Boys & Girls Club relies on positive partnerships, and that area needs some beautification in order for us to bring in the type of activities we’ve been able to do over at
our primary location. But the key here is to first get that club open and prove that it needs to be there, in order for us to ask for grants and continue to get funding for that location.” To help get the Club started, the Thompson Boys and Girls Club has received $92,500 to help support the club’s basic operations for the first year, such as staffing, groceries (the kids are fed five times a week), as well as general program supplies. RBC contributed the bulk of the money, as well as the Manitoba Community Services Council, Thomas Hill, and TD bank. DaSilva-Gibbons admits that the Eastwood area is considered a lessthan-ideal area for children to play. Yet children live and go to school there regardless of the existence of the club, and she stresses that this is exactly why the new location is so critical: “Our main concern is to increase our services as many kids in the community as possible. Our current loca-
tion is too far of a distance for five-year-olds to walk, whether it’s the summer or the middle of the winter. We understand there’s areas in Eastwood that have some unsavoury elements, but it takes a bit of guts and faith to go in there and effect some change.” The new satellite location will have additional security measures, such as reinforced locks and doorbell, in order to keep better track of those moving in and out of the facility. “I’m a resident of the Eastwood area, and if I could, I would take any of those dilapidated old houses and turn it into the Boys & Girls Club. I wouldn’t mind it in the least, having one next door. I would much prefer for kids to have a place to go, rather than meander around the streets with precious little to do, and with little supervision, wandering around the area. We have every confidence in our ability to make sure that the children who cross our threshold will be safe.”
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Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham The Thompson King Miners scored four times in each of the second and third periods to win the final of the Prince-Berscheid peewee hockey tournament 9-4 over the Flin Flon Bombers Jan. 10.
King Miners take down Bombers to capture tournament title BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Thompson King Miners exploded offensively after a slow start to win the final of the Prince-Berscheid peewee hockey tournament 9-4 over the Flin Flon Bombers Jan. 10. The host team scored four times in both of the last two periods to win the game going away after being ahead by only a single goal at the first intermission. The win capped off a nearly perfect tournament for the King Miners, who beat The Pas Huskies 10-3 on Jan. 8 and
then edged Rankin Inlet 3-2 the following day before finishing the round robin with a 3-3 draw against the Bombers. The female Thompson Tigers were runners up on the B-side, losing 5-4 to Split Lake in the B final. The Tigers beat Split Lake 4-3 in their tournament opener and then knocked off the Wabowden Warriors 9-2 on Saturday before beating Norway House 7-3 to finish first in their pool. Ten teams, including squads from Cross Lake and Opaskwayak Cree Nation, competed in the annual tournament.
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Northstars open 2016 with back-to-back losses BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Northstars are off to a rocky start in the second half of the season, suffering dual losses Saturday and Sunday night on their first weekend back after the holidays. While the Northstars failed to notch any goals on Saturday night, it was undoubtedly a good night for the Central Plains Capitals’ Drew Anderson, who not only managed to score a hat trick, but the only three goals on the night. The game got off to a decidedly sleepy start with a single goal from the Capitals, and despite doubling down their efforts in the second period, the Northstars could not prevent the Capitals from sneaking one more goal within 30 seconds of the buzzer. The frustration was palpable by the third period, the penalty score saying it all: while the Central Plains Capitals accumulated only four minutes in the penalty box, the Northstars racked up a whopping 14. The final score was 3-0 for the Capitals, who outshot the home side 37-28. The Northstars did manage to score two goals Sunday afternoon; yet despite the wakeup call, the score in the second game was no less devastating. While Lance Lay-
cock got the Northstars on the board at 12:44, his tally was flanked on either side by a goal from Capitals player Tyler Van Deynze and two from Anderson, leaving the score 3-1 at the end of the period first period. By second period, the teams had become notably more aggressive: two goals from the Capitals’ Brody Moffatt and Jared Hulme, scored 25 seconds apart, outpaced one goal from the Northstars’ Braden Paulic. While the period saw few outright fights, it seemed that the players were always on the verge of one, and the aggressive atmosphere culminated in a particularly nasty blow to Michael Markus of the Northstars, removing him from play shortly into the third period. With the second period ending at 5-2, the third period would see two more goals for Central Plains, scored 30 seconds apart by Brody Moffatt and Marco Mazza, leaving Sunday’s final at 7-2 with shots 33-18 for the Capitals. The Northstars will be travelling south next weekend to challenge Brandon, Southwest, and Yellowhead and will return to the C.A. Nesbitt Arena Jan. 23 to face the Winnipeg Thrashers.
Thompson Citizen photo by Kacper Antoszewski The Norman Northstars’ Ethan Stuckless carries the puck up ice with a defender from the Central Plains Capitals in pursuit.
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Wild win third game of the season on the road BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Norman Wild picked up their third win of the Manitoba Female Midget Hockey League season in their third game of 2016 after starting off the new year with a pair of shutout losses. Thompson’s Kerri Ann Sweeny led the Wild with a pair of goals in a 5-3 win over the Eastman Selects in Ste. Anne Jan. 10 while Kali Cummings, also of Thompson, was another one of the goal-scorers, along with Carlin Hamilton and Jilaina Castel, both of Cross Lake. Cummings and Hamilton each added one assist. Tori Ellers made 31 saves for the win, allowing two goals by Samantha Christensen and one by Robyn Matula. The Wild were goalless in their two previous games on the three-game road trip, losing 4-0 to the Winnipeg Avros Jan. 9 and 3-0 to the Central Plains Capitals Jan. 8. Brooke Anderson, with a pair, and Cara DiMarco and Leah Hibbert, with one tally each, were the goalscorers for the Avros on Saturday. Winnipeg outshot Norman 49-13, with Shayna Moore stopping 45 shots in net for the Wild. Ellers was bombarded with 42 shots the previous evening, making 39 saves and allowing goals by Makaela Fisher, Chelsea Hallson and Emily Upgang. The Wild are seventh in the standings in the eightteam league right now, with a 3-15-1 record for seven points, seven ahead of the last place – and pointless – Interlake Lightning, and eight behind the sixthplace Selects.
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King Miners and Islanders split midget AA matchups BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Thompson King Miners and Cross Lake Islanders 1 split a pair of games in the Norman Minor Hockey Association midget AA league in Cross Lake Jan. 9-10, with Thompson winning the opener 8-6 and the Islanders responding with a 6-3 win on Sunday. Alex Murray led the offence for Thompson with a hat trick Jan. 9, while five of his teammates – Kendall Anderson, Holden Flett, Chase Gurniak, Emerald Spence and Matthew Tretiak – had one goal each. Kruz Mitchell made 37 saves, allowing two goals by Justin Dorion and one apiece by Brenston Dorion, Julien Monias, Theo Osborne and Keenan Thomas. The King Miners
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outshot their opponents 53-43, scoring three goals on Jamie Anderson in 20 minutes and five goals on Trent Halcrow in the other 40 minutes. Durell Rots had two goals for the Islanders Jan. 10 while Justin Dorion, Brenston Dorion, Derian Garrioch and Quinton Scatch had singles. Kenton Brass made 64 saves in the loss as his team was outshot 70-57. Murray, Ethan Nepitabo and Trent North each had a goal for the King Miners. Halcrow made 54 saves to get the win for Cross Lake. The King Miners are still in top spot in the league with an 11-3-2 record for 24 points, four more than Cross Lake 1, which is 10-6 and tied in points with The Pas Huskies, who have a 10-2 record.
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Bantam King Miners lose twice in Norman league action BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The bantam Thompson King Miners are still on top of the Norman Minor Hockey Association league standings after two losses, a win and a tie in four games Jan. 9-10, but they are now only three points ahead of the Split Lake Eagles. Thompson started its weekend with an 8-5 loss to the Norway House North Stars. Drayden Spence had a hat trick for the King Miners, with Armando Evans and Aaron Haase also scoring, while Norway House had three from Richard Ducharme and one apiece from Theorin Folster, Tim Folster, Henry Muchikekwanape, Troy Muswagon and Alex Walker. Shots in the game were 30-30 and Thomas King al-
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If you’re a senior, 65 or older, and pay the school taxes on the home in which you live, you could save up to $470 on your school taxes with Manitoba’s Seniors’ School Tax Rebate.* That’s on top of the $1,100 in property tax credits already in place for seniors.
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Thompson’s sole win of the weekend was a 16-4 thrashing of the Cross Lake Islanders 2. Mayor had four goals and Jacob Enns and Evans each had hat tricks for the King Miners. The weekend finished with a 6-6 tie against the Eagles. Evans had another hat trick, Robert Dudas scored twice and Mayor had the other for the King Miners, while Jaden Osborne scored four times for Split Lake, with Zachery Kitchekeesik and Albert Sinclair each getting one goal. The King Miners are now 8-2-2 for 18 points while the Eagles are 7-4-1 for 15 points, two ahead of Cross Lake 1, who are two points ahead of the North Stars. Cross Lake 2 is last with three points.
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lowed three goals on 13 shots in the King Miners net in 28 minutes, with Skylar Szocs, stopping 12 of 17 shots in 22 minutes of play. Hailey Dixon stopped 12 of 14 shots for the North Stars in 28 minutes, with Edward McLeod making 13 saves on 16 shots in 22 minutes of play. Later that day, it was the Cross Lake Islanders 1 beating Thompson 7-4 on the strength of four goals from Dredyn Robinson and a pair from Julius Scribe with Creighton Sinclair scoring the other. Murphy Krentz, Kale Mayor, Curtis Shymanski and Spence were the scorers for the King Miners, who got 17 saves on 24 shots from King, while Arlo Muskego stopped 21 for the Islanders.
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Tax Clerk Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Aboriginal and Northern Affairs, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 31467 Closing Date: January 25, 2016 Salary Range: $44,975-$51,960 per year, plus remoteness allowance An eligibility list may be established for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an under fill basis
Qualifications and Duties: Reporting to the Municipal Audit and Tax Manager, the incumbent manages the property tax system as per the requirements of applicable legislation and is responsible for providing advice to clients and stakeholders on property tax matters. The ideal candidate will have accounting experience in general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries and bank reconciliations and will possess a strong client service orientation. The successful incumbent will also have strong computer skills including experience using accounting software and/or MS Excel and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of clients and stakeholders. For the full list of required qualifications and conditions of employment, please visit our website at www.manitoba.ca/govjobs/
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Advertisement No. 31467 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 300-305 Broadway Winnipeg MB, R3C 3J7 Phone: 204-948-1271 Fax: 204-948-2193 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca Your cover letter, resumé 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. Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter, resumé and/or application if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability. Find out about other current job opportunities — click on the Jobs button at manitoba.ca.
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301 • HELP WANTED THUMPER AUTO SERVICE is looking for a mechanic/mechanic’s helper. Must have experience. Drop resume off to Derek at 3-33 Severn Cres. 43-TFN-nb LEO’S HOME DECORATING LTD. is looking to hire a full time floor installer/ Trainer. Must be able to install a wide range of floor coverings including Tarkett, sheet vinyl, hardwood, laminate and carpet. Please e-mail resume to leos@ mts.net, or drop off resume at 137 Hayes Rd. Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm or Saturdays between 11:00am and 5:00pm. 21-1-nb FULL TIME IN HOME NANNY for 2 children in Thompson. Evenings, weekends and shift work required. $11.00/hour. First aid, CPR and experience are an asset. Apply by email:gstuckless@hotmail. com. 2-12-d MIHKAN HOLDINGS is looking for full time maintenance for apartment complex. Renovation experience necessary. Plumbing and electrical experience an asset. Duties include regular repairs, suite renovation, and summer/winter yard care. Drop off your resume in person: 59 Fox Bay, Thompson, MB R8N 1E9 2-2 nb
302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Be Your Own Boss & Join a Winning Team GREAT CANADIAN DOLLAR STORE franchise opportunities are available in your area. Explore your future with a dollar store leader. Call today 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229. www.dollarstores.com
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
502 • APT/TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available immediately
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phone 204-677-5758 or fax 204-677-5803 EXECUTIVE HOUSE for rent in the Burntwood area. 3400 square feet, 4 bedroom, 3 and a half bath, $2500 + utilities per month. Please call 204-679-0828. 51-GCD-4-d
505 • HOUSES FOR SALE 64 EIDER BAY completely renovated inside and out. Asking $249,000. Open house every Sunday 12 noon- 2 pm until sold. Text 204-679-6831 for more information. 52-GCD-5-d
510 • RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft available. Cameron/Hoe building 83 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto. 204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306477-5668. 20-tfn-nb
508 • LOT/LAND FOR SALE TEXAS USA BEST BUY we have prime 20 acre parcels w/panoramic mountain views only $395 per acre $99 per month financing available. Call toll free 1-800875-6568. 2-1-d NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the limited partnership known as “TDC Motors LP” intends to dissolve effective February 5, 2016. 1-3-d
Correction In last week’s Nickel Belt News, the Great Canadian Dollar Store ad (left) ran in the wrong section. It should have been under “Business Opportunities. We apologize for the error.
Church Services CHRISTIAN COUNCIL DIRECTORY
ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Sundays also 7 pm 1st & 3rd Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Subhash Joseph and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy Youth Pastor Lawrence Stratton Children’s Pastor Miranda Murphy 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Service at 10:30 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON Congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays. Phone 204677-4495
SECRETARY II Permanent Full-Time Position Eaglewood Addictions Centre Northern Area
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LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm. LIGHT OF THE NORTH CHURCH 32 Nelson Road GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 159 Cree Rd 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 am AM Service at 11, PM Service at 7 Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 7 pm THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS everyone welcome sundays at 10 AM 83 Copper Rd For more information, church tours or home visits call the Missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr. Worship services every Sunday at 11 am 204-677-3658 APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 Goldeye Crescent Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 3:00 pm Sunday School 7:00 pm Evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time. Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003
The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) is a Crown Agency that contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviours. Reporting to the Director, the Secretary is responsible for the provision of secretarial and administrative support to the Northern Area. The Secretary is expected to handle a variety of work assignments in a professional and efficient manner which will include such duties as correspondence, reports, mail duties, compilation of statistics, file systems set up and management, and reception. The incumbent is expected to carry out assignments with limited direction following normal office routines and AFM guidelines and to seek direction on matters that are not of a routine nature. The Secretary may be required to orient and train staff and to serve as ‘back up’ for other administrative support positions. The incumbent will support the designated leadership team, primarily providing administrative support for the Director and will demonstrate the following: • • • • • • •
Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner. Ability to provide a welcoming, safe and supportive atmosphere to all individuals inquiring about our services. Ability to take initiative in handling routine matters and inquiries, demonstrating analysis of information, common sense and use of past experience to develop possible solutions. Ensures that the privacy and confidentiality of staff information and client information and relationships are maintained. Adjusts priorities and work goals as necessary when working under changing or unclear conditions. Is able to balance multiple duties and tasks effectively and efficiently. Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent “One AFM” approach.
Responsibilities: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Provides secretarial and administrative support as assigned in a professional manner. This includes responsibility for the formatting and lay out of work, accuracy, proofreading and editing. Handles assigned area job postings. Compose routine correspondence on own initiative as well as compose non-routine correspondence by direction or within realm of knowledge of work unit. Develop office procedures to provide efficient services to assigned area. Ensures that duties are conducted to reflect good communication to staff, clients and the general public. Be responsible for mail services including the sorting, sending, and maintenance of postage machine. Participate in special projects as assigned. Design and maintain filing systems, database record management. Compile statistics for monthly and annual reports. Provide reception services for staff, clients and general public including scheduling of client appointments. Participates in regular office procedures including photocopying, faxing information, answering information requests. Participate on committees, team or work groups at a local, regional or provincial level. Abides by the AFM’s Code of Professional Practice and maintains professional conduct at all times. Responsible for fully cooperating in efforts to improve client safety and eliminating potential risks. Responsible for supporting and following established Workplace Safety and Health policies and procedures. Responsible for protecting the health and wellbeing of staff, clients, visitors and community by following established infection prevention and control policies and procedures. Ability to attend to multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent “One AFM” approach. Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility. Maintaining Outlook Calendar for meeting room bookings Schedules and sets up for MB Telehealth sessions Collects program fees Monitors and orders offices supplies as needed. Provides secretarial and administrative support services to all program areas in the North. May Keep record of employee attendance. May Be responsible for handling area employees’ leave reports. May Prepare accounts payable information May Maintain Outlook Calendar for Director.
QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of a recognized business or community college course in the secretarial/office administration area and three (3) years experience and/or a suitable combination of education and experience. Ability to handle a varied workload in an organized and efficient manner. Excellent communication skills including ability to prepare written information for reports and projects. Ability to work in a team environment and to work independently with general direction. Ability to handle reception duties and to deal effectively with staff, clients and the general public. Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). Ability to handle confidential material. Demonstrated understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations. Knowledge of addictions and mental health an asset. Fluency in English (French verbal and written an asset). The Competencies for the Administrative Support opportunity are: • Effective communication • Adaptability/Flexibility • Attention to Detail • Analytical Thinking and Decision Making. • Client Service Orientation • Continuous Learning • Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness • Ethical Conduct and Professionalism • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster collaboration and partnership • Planning and Organizing It is AFM practice to request a criminal record check and conduct a child abuse registry check prior to finalizing the appointment of successful candidates Competition #:
2015-063
Salary Range:
$36,994 – $42,498 / annum ($19.56- $22.47/ hour) Under Review
Closing Date:
October 5, 2015
Apply in writing to:
Director, Northern Area 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: 204-677-7328 E-mail: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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Province funding construction of Cambridge Street housing units BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The province announced Jan. 8 that it is spending $8.4 million to build 24 affordable housing units totalling 24,506 square feet on Cambridge Street. There will be ďŹ ve townhouse-style wood-frame buildings with two-, threeand four-bedroom units, including three main-oor units accessible to families with disabled members.
“We know housing costs in the north can make it difďŹ cult for families with lower or moderate incomes to ďŹ nd safe, secure housing,â€? said Housing and Community Development Minister Mohinder Saran in news release. “This investment will make a real difference for families in Thompson, while helping meet our commitment to add new affordable housing units across the
province.� The units will be built to Manitoba Hydro’s Power Smart standard and be operated by Keewatin Housing Association Inc (KHAI), which currently operates 79 rental units in Thompson. Some of the new housing will have rent geared to the income of its residents while some will be rented at market rates. “Through this partner-
ship, the biggest beneďŹ t for our organization is the ability to provide decent, safe and affordable housing to the Indigenous and non-Indigenous population in Thompson and surrounding communities,â€? said Manto SipiFirst Nation Chief Michael Yellowback, chair of KHAI. Construction is expected to be complete as early as this summer.
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Community Service Worker 2 Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Family Services, Rural and Northern Services, Northern Region, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 31485 Closing Date: February 2, 2016 Salary Range: $51,765 to $71,794 per year plus remoteness allowance, if applicable Relocation allowance may be considered. An eligibility list may be created to ďŹ ll similar part-time and full-time, term and regular positions within Thompson, The Pas and Flin Flon and will remain in effect for 12 months.
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Assistant Professor or Instructor II Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba Northern Social Work Program The University of Manitoba Faculty of Social Work invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor OR Instructor II positions (Position Numbers: 21414 and 21512), beginning July 1, 2016. The Northern Social Work Program is a University of Manitoba ACCESS Program designed for mature undergraduate students who face significant social, academic and financial barriers (e.g. Indigenous peoples, newcomers to Canada, others facing significant economic and social challenges). The Program is located in Thompson, Manitoba, a city of 13,000 located in the northern part of the province. Thompson has many outdoor recreational opportunities and good road and air access to Winnipeg and other parts of the country (www.thompson.ca). The city is called the “Hub of the North� and is a centre for health, educational, and government services for Northern Manitoba. For these positions, desirable areas of knowledge and professional experience are social work policy and practice related to Indigenous peoples, northern/rural social work, child welfare, and social work with newcomers. Candidates applying for appointment as an Assistant Professor must have a social work degree and hold or be near completion of a Ph.D. in social work or a cognate discipline. Primary duties include teaching in the B.S.W. Program, conducting research, and other duties may include graduate supervision.
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QualiďŹ cations: Essential: s 0OST SECONDARY DEGREE IN 3OCIAL 3CIENCES PREFERABLY "37 s 2ELATED #ASE -ANAGEMENT %XPERIENCE INCLUDING COUNSELLING PERFORMING ASSESSMENTS PLANNING RISK ASSESSMENT PROTECTIVE SERVICES AND SERVICE COORDINATION IN A SOCIAL SERVICE SETTING /THER COMBINATIONS OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MAY BE CONSIDERED AT A COMMENSURATE OR UNDERlLL CLASSIlCATION AND SALARY LEVEL s !BILITY TO PRIORITIZE AND ORGANIZE WORK DEMANDS s %FFECTIVE INTERPERSONAL SKILLS WITH AN EMPHASIS ON MEDIATION AND CONmICT RESOLUTION s !BILITY TO ASSESS AND MANAGE CRISIS SITUATIONS s %FFECTIVE ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Candidates applying for appointment as an Instructor II position must have at least one social work degree from an accredited program and hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in social work or a cognate discipline. Duties include teaching in the B.S.W. Program and engaging in service to the University and community.
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The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
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Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of “The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act� (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.
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Applications should be submitted to: Chair, Recruitment and Hiring Committee, Faculty of Social Work, University of Manitoba, 521 Tier Building, Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3T 2N2, Email: Jodi.Petch@umanitoba.ca
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Your cover letter, resumĂŠ and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the QUALIFICATIONS 7E THANK ALL WHO APPLY AND ADVISE THAT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED
Applications, referencing position number, must include a curriculum vitae, a letter stating relevant qualifications and expertise, and the names and contact information of three referees. Applications will be considered beginning February 29, 2016 and will be accepted until the position is filled.
%MPLOYMENT %QUITY IS A FACTOR IN SELECTION !PPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO INDICATE IN THEIR covering letter, resumÊ and/or application if they are from any of the following groups: WOMEN !BORIGINAL PEOPLE VISIBLE MINORITIES AND PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY Find out about other current job opportunities — click on the Jobs button at manitoba.ca.
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University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.
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Classification: Accounting Clerk 1 Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 16-009 Closing Date: January 15, 2016
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 First Nations Education Resource Centre Inc., invites qualiϐied candidates to apply for the following position:
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University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR FACULTY OF ARTS, BUSINESS AND SCIENCE Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 16-010 Closing Date: February 8, 2016 or until position is filled.
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.
For complete listing of qualiϐications & job description please refer to our website at www.mfnerc.org
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Thompson (866) 677.6450
THOMPSON NEWCOMER SETTLEMENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
Full-Time Term Position – Ending March 31, 2017 (possible opportunity for extension) JOB DESCRIPTION
The Thompson Newcomer Settlement Services (TNSS) Coordinator will work in the City of Thompson to support refugees and immigrants with the challenges newcomers face as they enter the community. The coordinator will be based out of Community Futures North Central Development and receive direction from the CF North Central Development’s Management and Board of Directors, as well as a community advisory committee.
JOB VACANCY Referral Clerks (Part time/Casuals) Under the general supervision of the Referral Supervisor, the clerk provides patient services for patients in transit by; local transportation, repatriation of patients upon medical clearance; arranging accommodation/boarding, any other special services required while in transit; maintain patient medical records; provide information regarding Non Insured Health Benefits; maintain medical confidentiality at all time and perform other duties. Qualifications: • The incumbent should have completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. • Must be available for shiftwork • Must have knowledge of medical terminology. • Must have current CPR and First Aid Certification. • Should have good communications and organizational skills. • Should have a thorough knowledge of transportation systems within the Province of Manitoba. • Should have a thorough knowledge of health care facilities within the Province of Manitoba. • Should be aware of native culture, lifestyles and spiritual beliefs. • Ability to speak Cree or Dene an asset. • Knowledge and proven proficiency in computers and various software programs (i.e. Database, Wordprocessing, etc.) • work well under pressure – fast pace environment A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Beverly Brightnose Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0L6 Fax No.: 204-677-0258 Email address: bbrightnose@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday January 15, 2016. We would like to thank those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. For further information or a full job description, contact Beverly Brightnose, Referral Supervisor.
Duties include: • Work directly with clients to support newcomer challenges • Provide orientation, information and referral to other community program and services • Assist in proposal and report writing as required • Provide ongoing, culturally sensitive advocacy, outreach and support • Connect with service providers, agencies, schools, and other stakeholders on and ongoing basis to determine current resources, programs, and available services for newcomers • Coordinate culturally sensitive workshops, welcome events in the community on various topics • Promote the Settlement Services Program among newcomers and community service providers • Maintain records, statistics and reports • Participate in organizational staff and TNSS Advisory Committee meetings • Organize, communicate and minute taking of the Advisory Committee • Other duties and specific tasks delegated by the manager or organization Salary Range: $38,827 - $45,115 per year pro-rated, based on 40 hours/week, Term Position. Forward all resumes no later than January 14, 2016 to: Community Futures North Central Development Attn: Tamy Burton, Human Resources PO Box 1208, Thompson MB R8N 1P1 Phone 204-677-1490 Fax: 204-778-5672 Email: tburton@northcentraldevelopment.ca
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Increased taxi rates approved by council BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Council approved Thompson first increases in tax rates since 2007 at its Jan. 4 meeting. The flat rate charged at the beginning of all trips is increasing 10 cents from $4.25 to $4.35, the rate per 100 metres is going up five cents to 20 cents and the rate per 10-second wait time is rising two cents to 17 cents. City licence inspector Frank Sharpe said in an Oct. 30 memo that he and public safety manager Sonya Wiseman had contacted Centrodyne, the company that makes the meters used in Thompson taxis. Under the new rates, the waiting rate applies at speeds below 31.2 km/h and the driving rate at speeds above that. “On Oct. 19, 2015, some estimated taxi fare rides were done,” said Sharpe’s memo. “I broke the seal on the meter, changed the rate from the current rate of $0.15 to $0.20 per 100 metres. On an average trip from [City Centre] Mall to Laval that currently costs $7.55, would now cost $8.45. A trip from the hospital to Wawatay Inn that currently costs $7.70, would now cost $9.20. These are all approximates, depending on wait times such as stopping at stop lights or having to drive slowly through school zones. The cost of a fare from the Westwood area to the airport (with no lights or waiting time), was $22.70.” Those estimated fares may be slightly different from actual fares because
the meters were not adjusted to reflect the 17-cent waiting time rate because that increase wasn’t proposed until after the sample trips were taken. Wiseman said in a Dec. 29 memo that because the amount of waiting time per trip depends on traffic lights, pedestrian crossings and other variable factors, new sample trips with the increased waiting rate were considered unnecessary. A meeting was held with eight taxi owner/operators Oct. 20 to discuss the rates and Sharpe said that they agreed that the most recent suggested increases would be reasonable to them and also to people who rely on taxis for transportation. The taxi industry also requested a freeze on all fees for taxi licences and permits for 2016. The public safety committee was told last February that taxi rates had not been increased since 2007. The average cost to operate a taxi in Thompson, according to owner/ operators, averages $135 per day and drivers need to make about 18 trips a day to break even. Previous proposals included one that would have seen the flat rate stay at $4.25, the cost per 100 metres go up eight cents from 15 to 23 cents and the waiting time rate rise from 15 to 20 cents. Prior to that, council was considering a rate increase that would have seen the flat rate stay the same, the waiting time rate go from 15 to 20 cents and the driving rate go up from 15 to 30 cents per 100 metres.
Faculty of Social Work
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 1, 2016. The program is scheduled to begin September 2016. Students may complete the Northern Social Work 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 1-866-237-5509 or visit http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/ social_work/programs/northern/591.html
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Canadian Cancer Society urges Manitoba homeowners to test for radon BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Health Canada and the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) are encouraging Manitobans, along with the rest of Canadians, to have their homes tested for radon, a radioactive gas found naturally across Canada and much of the rest of the world. Affordable testing devices are at most hardware stores, as well as from CCS community representative Judy Kolada.
Radon is created by the decay of uranium, another element that naturally occurs in stone and soil in trace amounts. In the open air, the concentrations of these elements are typically negligible; this miniscule background radiation has been a part of life on earth since humans first took shelter in caves and animal skins. Yet as homes become increasingly insulated and sealed away from the elements, radon build-up has
become an increasing concern. Radon build-up is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, estimated to be responsible for 14 per cent of cases, and the second leading cause among smokers. Among those who both smoke and suffer longterm exposure from radon, lung cancer rates jump to a staggering one-in-three. In Canada, radon levels are measures in bequerels per cubic meter (Bq/m3), where
one bequerel represents one atomic disintegration per second. Reference levels for radon concentration vary internationally: the World Health Organization recommends a level of 100Bq/m3, with an upper threshold of 300Bq/m3. Health Canada’s guidelines recommend a concentration of 200Bq/ m3 or less, directly between the WHO’s upper and lower limits, while reference levels in the United States indicate
150Bq/m3. While short-term tests are available, airflow and ventilation can vary significantly from one point in time to another, and therefore concentrations of radon. Rather, Health Canada and the CCS recommend a long-term testing kit, which measures concentration across three months. Tests should be conducted on the lowest level of the building (closest to the soil) in the least-used room.
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Judy Kolada, city councillor and community representative for the Canadian Cancer Society, says that the best time to start testing is right now: “We prefer to test in the wintertime, when the home is mostly closed. When we sell these kits, we recommend starting testing in November, but it’s just January, we have three cold months left, and your screen door isn’t going to be open much at the beginning of April.” By testing in the winter, the detector is able to register radon concentration at it’s most severe, when homes are sealed up and ventilation is at a minimum. For the north’s long winters, this is also likely the most frequent level of reading. Once the tests are complete, detectors are sent into a lab for analysis, and the tester will be contacted by phone. Kolada notes that while the onus of home testing rests with the homeowner, the CCS is applying for a grant to test all daycares and home daycares in Thompson. “We still don’t have the packages for the grant applications, but I’m expecting them any day now. We’re expecting that testing to begin in November.” Should your home be affected, radon remediation services are available from contractors certified in radon remediation. Health Canada’s Radon FAQ suggests a remediation can run anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000, though the cost may be lower if passive protection like sealed piping and brickwork are already in place. Is your home affected? Due to the composition of much of Manitoba’s topsoil, the CCA has identified Manitoba as a hotspot for radon presence. While homes constructed after 2011 have incorporated building guidelines for the prevention of radon contamination, many northern homes were constructed throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and cannot be assumed to effectively minimize seepage. But before you start booking contractors and CT scans, Kolada notes that north’s geology offers some comfort, as topsoil in the Canadian Shield can be considerably shallower than southern areas. Granite, too, can contain trace amounts of radon-producing uranium, sparking concern for not only our own bedrock, but granite countertops in bathrooms and kitchens as well. However, the concentrations and radon release are typically much lower than that of soil gas and tests conducted by Health Canada of 33 types of consumer granite commonly available in Canada found that radon emissions were negligible. Preliminary tests conducted by Health Canada have not yielded any homes exceeding recommended levels of radon in Thompson. However, despite these preliminary findings, extensive testing by homeowners is lacking in the area. For more information, or to purchase a radon detector, homeowners may contact Kolada at 204-677-3464.