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Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of NRHA Jayden Xavier Simpson Muminawatum, seen with mother Rachael Simpson and Tobin Muminawatum, both from Norway House, was Thompson General Hospital’s first birth of 2015, delivered by Dr. Kania at 3:44 a.m. on Jan. 1, weighing 7 lbs, 15.4 ounces. Jayden’s arrival was celebrated with the gift of a layette containing handmade outfits, stuffed animals, baby supplies, sleepers and other items for a newborn from the Thompson Health Auxiliary, represented, left to right, by Sue McCartney, June MacTavish, Esther Latchman, Joan Dawson, June Bourguignon and Erica Dawson.

Steve Ashton wants to be your next premier

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

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A familiar face is hoping to be the next premier of Manitoba.

Thompson MLA Steve Ashton resigned as minister of infrastructure and transportation and minister responsible for emergency measures Dec. 22, and announced plans to run for the leadership of the Manitoba NDP the next day. Ashton says he is running for multiple reasons, but the most vocal reason is wanting to reconnect the province. “I think I can play a key role in reconnecting with our party and with the people of Manitoba. I think that’s very important currently given a lot of what’s happened over the last period of time.”

Ashton says he will be putting forward an ambitious agenda for Manitoba.

“What I’m going to be putting forward is a vision for the government and for our party. It’s a vision where we take full advantage of our potential in the province. There are a lot of good things happening. We have the second-best economy in Canada right now. There are certainly a lot of things happening in Northern Manitoba, but I think we can do even more.”

Making sure everyone benefits from the provincial growth is the more Ashton is talking about. “That means dealing with some of the inequality, which means continuing services for people, housing, and

transportation. I want to be a premier for all Manitoba.”

Ashton resigned as minister for this campaign because he said it was the right thing to do. “For me it was straightforward. If you’re going to run for leader by definition it means you have some differences in perspectives and views from the incumbent leader.

The premier appoints the leaders, and I just thought it was the right thing.”

One of the biggest differences between premier Greg Selinger and Ashton is the one per cent hike in provincial sales tax (PST).

During Ashton’s kickoff, he promised a referendum for the PST, something he was for when it came into effect.

“I’ve made it clear when I

Thompson Citizen file photo Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger, left, and Thompson MLA Steve Ashton, right, seen here during an October 2013 tour of the GLACIER jet engine testing facility, are two of the three candidates - along with Theresa Oswald - who are so far seeking the leadership of the NDP. announced that, I feel it was the right thing to do to raise the one cent on the PST and put it into infrastructure, but we have to admit we made a mistake by not involving Manitobans. We have to go to the next level and

give them the opportunity to have their say through a referendum. That’s a different view from the premier’s view and I just felt it was the right thing to do.”

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OBITUARIES LAWRENCE LEONARD WEENUSK November 21, 1944 – December 25, 2014

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Lawrence Leonard Weenusk.

Aged 70 years old, of Thompson, Manitoba.

Lawrence was born in Oxford House, Manitoba on November 21, 1944 to Samuel and Rose Weenusk. He was the oldest of 17 children. As a child growing up in Oxford House he loved swimming, ¿shing, going for boat and canoe rides, playing football and baseball with his cousins Edward Wood, Jimmy Ross Bradburn and Morris Bradburn. He left for Residential School at the tender age of 7, where he stayed until graduation from grade 12 in Portage la Prairie. When he was in High School there he met his sweetheart Mearle Tanner, who later became his wife of 47 years. Lawrence and Mearle have 3 children: Beverly, Leonard and Justin. They have 8 grandchildren.

Continued from Page 1 of people he has talked to through door-to-door visits or casual encounters say they weren’t mad about the PST hike, but were mad the government did not get the opinion of the citizens of Manitoba. Ashton wants to give residents a voice.

“I can’t change what happened in the past, but I can certainly try a very different

Lawrence is survived by his mother Rosie and 15 brothers and sisters, His wife Mearle, 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He lost his father Samuel in December 1990 and his sister Iona in 1972.

Lawrence was a gentle and quiet man. A man of few words, but one who always had a smile on his face. He believed in working hard at every job he did. We will miss you “Chickadee”!

Funeral service was held at St. John’s United Church in Thompson, Manitoba on Friday, January 2nd 2015 at 1 pm.

An online book of memories is available at www.boardmanfh.com .

Boardman Funeral Home in care of arrangements, call 204-778-7982.

course in the future.”

Ashton previously ran for the NDP leadership 2009, losing to Selinger after Andrew Swan dropped out of the race. He says this campaign will be different because this time he has more support. “The reality is coming out of that is you always learn lessons. One of the key things I’ve done, without campaigning, is really

OBITUARIES DEBORAH BERRY The family of Debbie Berry sadly announce her sudden passing at the age of 63, at the Health Science Center in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on December 30, 2014 Debbie was born on November 10, 1951 in Kingston, Ontario, she spent her childhood in Gananoque, Ontario until she met and married her husband Gary Berry on November 20, 1971. Shortly after her marriage to Gary they moved to Thompson, Manitoba where she resided until her death. Debbie enjoyed many years working in retail positions throughout Thompson and loved working with the public. Debbie also enjoyed playing bingo, gardening, attending to her horse Denny and spending time with her grandsons.

The Board of Trustees of the School District of Mystery Lake will be holding the January 13, 2015 board meeting in the library at Deerwood Elementary School.

Debbie is survived by her loving husband Gary Berry and her children Amanda (Billy-Joe) Howell, Rhonda (Corey) Salmon and her grandchildren Zeke Howell, Mackenzie Salmon and Leland Howell, also survived by her father Newmen Burwood and her brothers Walter (Karen) Burwood and Spencer (Kathaleen) Burwood and her sisters Cheryl Burwood, Bonita (Ron) Burwood-O’jaick, Leisa Dwyer and Kerri (Robert) Miller. Debbie leaves behind to mourn her good friends Monica Menard, Coulette Gibson, Dustin Horodecki, Don Soper, Karren Soper, and Charmaine Soper

Meeting time is 7:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome to attend.

Debbie was pre deceased by her mother Vera Burwood, her brother Charles Burwood and her sister Rhonda Burwood

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connect with people more broadly throughout the province. I have a lot of support in Northern Manitoba, and I had some support in rural Manitoba and the city.

That’s one of the key areas you’re going to see in the campaign, a much broader base of support.” Ashton mentioned on Dec. 29 that MLA Dave Gaudreau from suburban Winnipeg is now backing him, which shows citizens his broader support levels.

Currently Ashton is running against Theresa Oswald, former health minister, and Selinger, who filed his nomination papers Jan. 2. The Thompson MLA hopes party members will vote for him to become party leader and premier.

“I think I put forward, and

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I will be putting forward, a more detailed positive agenda for the province. This will balance continuing our economic growth, but also with some very significant focus on many of the other dimensions. Making sure we have more equality and more opportunities. Making sure we’re an inclusive government, connecting with people in the province.”

Quoting late federal NDP leader Jack Layton, Ashton says he will not put forward criticism unless he can offer a positive alternative. Ashton says he has started this with the PST referendum.

Supporters had until Jan. 6 to sell party memberships to help try to get a majority of delegates in the March. 8 leadership vote.

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News

Water rates have increased with the arrival of 2015

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Congratulations Lee! Table courtesy of Public Utilities Board Thompson residents will be paying more this year for their water. A rate table found on the Public Utilities Board website shows the numbers.

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

With the calendar now reading 2015, Thompson residents will be paying more than $100 per quarter, minimum, for water and sewer services, up from about $80 last year, after new rates were approved by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) Dec. 24.

Effective Jan. 1, the quarterly service charge will be increasing. The 2014 rate was $53.01, but in 2015 the cost will be $76.27.

That’s an increase of 43.88 per cent. In 2016, it will rise again by 2.0 per cent, and again by 1.99 per cent in 2017.

If a household’s service line is 15mm, 14 cubic metres of water is included. The customer service charge is $76.27, the commodity water charge is $19.60, and the wastewater charge is $9.80, resulting in a minimum quarterly bill of $105.67. With each increasing size of a water meter, the customer service charge remains the same, but commodity water and wastewater charges increase along with the number of cubic metres of water included in the minimum quarterly charge. A 20mm line will cost a minimum of $132.97 per quarter, and a 25mm line will have a minimum quarterly charge of $191.77.

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cent this year. Previously Thompson residents paid $0.97 per additional cubic metre, and now they’ll be paying $1.40. Sewer charges per cubic metre will, however, go down by 24.73 per cent. Residents will now pay $0.70 instead of $0.93 per cubic metre. But, the decrease won’t stay forever.

In 2016 residents will be paying a sewer charge of $1.64 per cubic metre.

The City of Thompson applied to the PUB for revised water and sewer rates on July 30. A consultant for the city prepared a rate study to determine the new rates.

When an application comes through the Public Utilities Board (PUB), they have several approaches.

A public oral hearing can be held, in which the applicant would present the case, and customers could voice any concerns. It could also be deemed to be in the best interest of the board and the customer to use a paper review process.

Finally the board can also establish interim ex parte rates. These rates are subject to review following a complete process. The PUB received a letter on Dec. 15 from the City of Thompson

requesting approval of the new rates on interim ex parte basis.

PUB order 146/14, available on the agency’s website, states “The board makes this interim rate decision due to the urgent need for revised rates and the risk of a deficit. The city has experienced a 30 per cent reduction in consumption since installing meters in 2010.” The PUB said this indicates that previous rates were set using an overestimated volume of water.

The PUB said the City of Thompson also indicated to the board that this interim rate increase would allow the city to issue capital project tenders earlier this year. “This results in more competitive bidding and potential cost saving for the city.”

Water meter installation will cost $500 for a standard installation of a meter not greater then 22mm. It will cost $250 for the first hour and an extra $125 for testing of water meters, repair of damage, inspection and any other minor service requests.

If a customer is to have a scheduled shut off, they’ll be charged $320. An un-

scheduled shut off charge is $480. Any services that are disconnected due to non-payment will be reconnected at a cost of $320 after all outstanding bills are paid.

PUB decisions can be appealed in accordance with the provisions of Section 58 of the Public Utilities Board Act, or reviewed in accordance with section 36 of the board’s rules of practice and procedure.

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Letter to the Editor

In my own words: Signs of kindness To the Editor: “Signs of Kindness.”

Is it true that in our lives there is someone who sees the mess we are in and the moods we get ourselves into? The way we handle ourselves, the difficulties we struggle through and although we have the kindness to have them in our lives. We may lose the people we love, the material things we have, but no matter what, we “never” lose ourselves

in the mess of much drama. Many of us learn to give, not because we have much but because we know within exactly how it feels to have an empty heart. We learn from yesterday’s mistakes and live for today.

The “Signs of Kindness” are the hope of tomorrow with extra patience, faith and love.

Ken Ross Thompson

Out&About

Heartache reminds us to cherish precious moments It was an exciting day in December waiting for my precious gems to arrive from Newfoundland.

I’m not one that does much online ordering and I believe in shopping local when you can but I promise you these gems could not be found in any jewelry store in Thompson.

My dad’s biggest love is his family and his second love is boats and that is evident in the fact that he always has a boat under construction. We joke about his shipyard which consists of a little hobby table he has built for himself that he wheels around the living room.

As long as I can remember dad is building a boat.

He handcrafts many different types but his most popular are the little yellow dories that family members are gifted with their name written on them. The latest addition to our family, baby Zayne, just received his boat. Our little boats are precious to us not only because of the tedious and great workmanship put in to every single boat but the

Donna Wilson love and time he pours in to every single vessel.

All handmade gifts are special and this year my special gift from dad was a pair of golden earrings.

Dad says look closely at them. They are different.

One is a punt and one is a dory. These earrings are a gift I will always treasure.

Gifts aside, our greatest gift was having my parents here. We shared many good times and they enjoyed all the visits from family and friends.

Like each good visit, they do come to an end and it’s time to return home. The night before they were to leave I was sitting in my rec room listing to the

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Donna Wilson Handmade boat earrings, like moments with loved ones, are a gift to be treasured. goodbyes and sniffles of my youngest daughter having to say farewell again. She had to work and wouldn’t be able to see them off at the airport the next day. I couldn’t even go upstairs. I didn’t want to see them as I couldn’t bear to see them upset. I waited till I knew they were asleep and climbed the stairs dread-

ing the next day. After a sleepless night I got up and had a visit with them and went to work. I came home to a house full of family visiting and waiting to take them to the airport. At the airport there was another round of tearful goodbyes. We all went our separate ways while mom and dad boarded their flight.

I walked in the door of my very empty house while my heart literally ached. Then it struck me. This is why they call it heartache. Your heart really does ache. It’s the worst feeling. I’ve felt it ache before when loved ones leave. It’s amazing how the human body works. How does your heart literally ache? I am

throwing a big pity party here all by myself because really I should be celebrating. I am lucky to be able to see my parents. I cherish every moment I get to spend with them. We should never take precious moments with family for granted because one day these moments could be just memories.

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About Lake Winnipeg Regulation The Manitoba Clean Environment Commission is holding a public hearing and invites groups and individuals to share your experiences at public sessions to be held in various communities around Lake Winnipeg.

Project Overview Manitoba Hydro has applied for a Final Licence for Lake Winnipeg Regulation under The Water Power Act and the Water Power Regulation 25/88R. Under the regulation, the term of a “final” licence is 50 years, calculated from when the project is fully operational, which in this case is 1976. The final licence requested will expire in 2026. Another application must be made to continue operating after that date.

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Peter Frigo The Thompson Kinettes at their annual Kinette Koins for Cystic Fibrosis fundraiser.

Join a service club this new year

BY ROBYN FOLEY SPECIAL TO THE THOMPSON CITIZEN

A new year means a list of New Year’s resolutions.

Each list often includes the goal to volunteer more or to give back to the community.

This is a great resolution because its effects are twofold: you make an impact while improving on some personal and professional skills. Volunteers have reported that they have experienced increase confidence with interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizing skills, fundraising skills, technical or office skills, and they increase their knowledge in different areas outside of their professions, such as health issues, local issues, and environmental concerns.

While volunteerism has seen a slight increase over the years, service clubs have seen a decrease in membership. Whether people feel that they don’t have the time for a longer commitment, would rather give money than time, or they have not been personally asked, service clubs in Thompson have been dwindling, to the point of many groups that we remember in our youth closing down their chapters.

Service clubs provide a

unique opportunity for a more structured environment to get the most out of your volunteering experience. There is history of the club and organization that people can connect to and feel pride in. The Kin Club of Thompson, as with other organizations, often attend conferences, conventions, and other opportunities to meet other local clubs and network. Working together on common local needs and contributing to a national charity brings a sense of family. As well, working with other clubs also brings in socialization and fun.

Myself, I have been a member of the Kin Club of Thompson for almost 10 years. I was a young professional in Thompson when a Kin member announced that I need to “leave my house” and brought me to a meeting. I was hooked. I met a group of lovely ladies outside of my profession that I would not normally socialize with.

I became more confident in my leadership skills, which directly influenced my job.

I introduced my son to volunteerism with the variety of community projects we did. I made friends that I still keep in contact through social media.

With all the good that the years have provided, I have also seen some changes. I have seen many of my fellow members retire or move on to other projects. I’ve seen the male counterpart to our Kin presence, the Thompson Kinsmen, the original founder of our Winterfest and other events that Thompsonites remember, fold their club due to lack of membership. Our club has recently adopted the Kin label, instead of being a “Kinette” club, in hopes of encouraging some male membership in our small club.

If volunteering is on the top of your resolution list, please consider checking out one of the many service clubs that have had a rich history and impact in our community. The Kin Club of Thompson is having a membership night this Friday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m., at the Quality Inn & Suites if you have any questions or would like to get more information.

You can make a difference in Thompson while having fun and building your own sense of community. Consider joining a service club this year. We hope you see you at the Kin membership night on Friday.

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In the last six months, more than 1,000 people have visited the site where new craft ideas, games, and safety tips are updated seasonally and ready for printing. Help kids learn about the dangers of electricity and the importance of playing safely. Visit Louie’s Corner today.

While visiting the children’s education page, click on the Electric Universe. Kids and adults alike can explore Louie’s Space and learn more about electrical safety in the home.

The Minister of Conservation and Water Stewardship requested that the Commission consider the broader public policy rational regarding regulation of the lake; hear evidence regarding the effects and impacts; review the success and failures of the implementation of the broader public policy; and provide advice regarding future monitoring and research.

To access supporting documents regarding the licence application go to www.cecmanitoba.ca.

Public Sessions will take place at locations around the lake and in Winnipeg, as follows: Thompson January 12

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March 23 -26 9:30 am – 4:30 pm RBC Convention Centre 375 York Avenue Additional days may be added as necessary. Schedule changes will be posted at www.cecmanitoba.ca, on the mobile site and announced at appropriate sessions.

Register Today If you, or your group or organization is interested in making a presentation at one of these hearing sessions, please register at least seven (7) days before the session. All presentations will be limited to 15 minutes unless prior arrangements have been made with the Commission office. To register please complete the presenter registration form available at www.cecmanitoba.ca or from the mobile site on your cell phone, and submit to the Commission office or contact them directly.

Written Submissions If you prefer, you may provide a written submission. The deadline for written submissions is NOON February 28, 2015. This can be done directly through the website, by e-mail or by mail.

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Manitoba Clean Environment Commission 305-155 Carlton Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 3H8 Phone: 204-945-7498 or 1-800-597-3556 email: cec@gov.mb.ca www.cecmanitoba.ca

Finally, check out the Manitoba Electrical Museum and Education Centre website at hydro.mb.ca/museum to learn details of this one-ofa-kind venue. Everyone can learn about the development of electricity in Manitoba through interactive displays.

Visitors can produce electricity with a hand crank generator and adults can revisit

the past as they examine appliances with two-pronged plugs and cloth wrapped cords. Along with interactive displays, the Museum has information about transmission lines, transformers, and generating stations. Take time to visit the facility which is located at 680 Harrow Street in Winnipeg.

It has hosted visitors from around the world.

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Blacksmith hammers Blizzard net with five goals for King Miners

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Keith Blacksmith had five goals in two games, including a hat trick Jan. 4, as the midget AA Thompson King Miners recorded a win and a tie against the OCN Blizzard in Norman Regional Minor Hockey Association League play at the C.A. Nesbitt Arena Jan. 3-4.

Blacksmith was one of three players, along with Trent North and Tyler Sylvester, to score a pair of goals in the Jan. 3 contest, a 6-3 King Miners win. Blacksmith had back-to-back goals in the second period, the first giving Thompson its first lead of the game when he beat the last defender and slid the puck through Blizzard goalie Ronald Fidler’s five-hole to make it a 3-2 game. His second goal, five minutes later while Thompson was on a four-minute power play, went down as the game-winner.

Sylvester had the first two goals for Thompson in that game, tying the game 1-1 when he stole the puck and deked around a defender shorthanded in the first period. He then tied the game at two in the second period after OCN retook the lead late in the first period.

Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham Midget AA Thompson King Miners goaltender Cruz Mitchell makes a toe save during a 5-5 tie with the OCN Blizzard at the C.A. Nesbitt Arena Jan. 4.

OCN drew within one with less than three minutes left in the second period when Messier Constant scored his second goal of the game on a slapshot, but Blacksmith got the puck off a centre-ice faceoff with 35 seconds left in the period and skated it into the Blizzard zone before dishing it across the crease to Trent North for

a tap-in. North had the only goal of the game in the third period.

Thompson and OCN switched leads several times on Sunday before ultimately settling for a 5-5 draw. Blacksmith had the final three goals for the King Miners, tying the game 3-3 early in the third period, giving his team the lead a few minutes later by beating

Fidler, who had broken his goal stick, and then putting them ahead once more after Chasin Thompson’s second of the game made the score 4-4. Thompson got his third goal for the Blizzard just before the midway point of the third period to knot the score for the last time and also had the opening goal of the game to give OCN a 1-0

lead before Evan Ritchie tied it up on a rebound.

North had the other goal of the game for the King Miners, getting his own rebound on a shorthanded 2-on-1 with Sylvester about midway through the second period. Derek Dorion and Abel Martin were the other goal-scorers for the Blizzard.

The King Miners are currently tied for second

in the eight-team league with a 7-3-2 record for 16 points, the same record as The Pas Huskies. Cross Lake 1 leads the league with an 8-31 record for 17 points.

The King Miners pay a visit to Split Lake for a pair of games against the Eagles this weekend before playing at home again Jan. 16-17 when they host Cross Lake 2.

Varsity girls perfect at New Year’s tourney in Brandon

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

R.D. Parker Collegiate’s varsity girls’ basketball team won all four games at its second tournament of the season in Brandon last weekend.

The Trojans scored 70-plus points in three of the games and allowed fewer than 40 points in two of them.

RDPC started the New Year’s Classic tournament hosted by Brandon University with a 75-37 victory over the Vincent Massey Vikings of Brandon on Friday, then followed that up with a 78-59 win over the Virden Collegiate Golden Bears in a late afternoon contest.

They then beat the Kildonan East Collegiate Reivers 70-52 in their first game on Jan. 3 before closing with a 58-33 victory over the Crocus Plains Plainsmen.

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The R.D. Parker Collegiate varsity girls’ basketball team, seen during its first tournament of the year in Winnipeg in December, were a perfect 4-0 at the New Year’s Classic tournament at Brandon University Jan. 2-3.

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Dolores Proulx

LET’S GO NORTHSTARS, LET’S GO!!!

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MP discounts rumours of provincial ambitions

THANK YOU! On behalf of the trappers of Manitoba our sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of the 2014 Fur Tables.

Special thanks to our new sponsor, Twin Motors A & W • Acklands Granger • All Seasons Parts • Arctic Trading • Assiniboine Credit Union • Boston Pizza • Calm Air • Canada Safeway • Canadian Tire • Chicken Chef • City Centre Mall • City of Thompson • Co-op Gas Bar • Crazy Pete’s • Custom Helicopters • Giant Tiger • Home Hardware Bldg Centre • KFC • Lac Brochet Antler Carvings • Lakeview Hotels • Manitoba Hydro • McMunn & Yates • Myleen’s Treasures • Mystery Lake Motel • NAFA • Nickel City Motors • Pocket Lake Furs • Quality Inn • Ricks Marine • Sears Canada Inc • Smook Contractors • Spirit Way Inc • Thompson Chamber of Commerce • Thompson Regional Airport Authority • Thompson Unlimited • Tim Hortons • Twin Motors • UCWL (catering) • United Rentals • Wireless Solutions

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Churchill MP Niki Ashton said Dec. 23 she is committed to being on federal NDP leader Tom Mulcair’s 2015 team after a Winnipeg Free Press columnist cited rumours of plans for her to seek the NDP candidacy for the vacant MLA seat in The Pas. A Dec. 23 column entitled “Ashton’s ambition a divisive force” by Dan Lett on MLA Steve Ashton’s run for the provincial NDP leadership noted a growing number of NDP members in The Pas. Lett said, “Although it’s impossible to prove, [Steve] Ashton is believed to be behind many of the new membership sales. At one time it was thought he was trying to create an opportunity for his daughter, NDP MP Niki Ashton, to run in that seat.

What is known is The Pas is going to produce a solid trove of delegates.”

The seat was formerly held by NDP MLA Frank Whitehead, who resigned last May due to health concerns. Premier Greg Selinger has yet to call a byelection. Lett said sources

Donors will be advertised in the Canadian Trapper Magazine.

We look forward to your continued support and participation at the 2015 Fur Table scheduled for December 18th & 19th

Manitoba Trappers Association (204) 345-9107

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 2, 2015. The program is scheduled to begin September 2015. Students may complete the NSW Program as a full-time or part-time student.

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

Relocation to Thompson will be required.

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

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

Thompson Citizen file photo Churchill NDP MP Niki Ashton, left, seen here with federal NDP leader Tom Mulcair, right, during his visit to Thompson in July, denies rumours that she’s interested in running provincially in The Pas. within the NDP say there are between 1,500 and 2,000 new members now in The Pas riding.

Niki Ashton stated in a Dec. 23 press release that the growing numbers are a result of people caring about politics. “Owing to the strength of the nomination candidates in The Pas provincial constituency, many people are getting in-

CALL FOR PROPOSAL ADVERTISEMENT

CALL FOR PROPOSAL ADVERTISEMENT

The City of Thompson – Community Entity is currently accepting applications for the Homelessness Partnering Strategy Funding (Designated Community – Thompson funding stream) to meet the needs of homeless and at-risk people living in Thompson.

Consideration will be given only to projects that meet the objectives of this Call For Proposal and demonstrate they can complete the project by any or all of the following completion dates: 1) Year One – completion date: March 31, 2015 2) Year Two – completion date: March 31, 2016 3) Year Three – completion date: March 31, 2017 Multi-year project may be considered. If the entire project cannot be completed by the above completion dates, consideration will be given to fund a component of the project, however the component funded by HPS must be completed by the applicable deadline.

The deadline for proposals is January 30, 2015 @ 4:30pm local time. In order to be accepted for consideration application must be received in both formats: 1) Electronically on or before deadline, and 2) Through the mail or hand-delivered with appropriate signatures, and post stamped on or before deadline.

Please contact the Community Entity for Applications and program information and criteria. Be advised that only this application will be used by the Community Advisory Board to assess your submission for HPS funding.

Please forward this Call for Proposals to your organization’s contacts.

For more info please: Leanne Grenier City of Thompson – Community Entity c/o Thompson Housing Agency 101 – 55 Selkirk Avenue Thompson, MB R8N 0M5 thompsonhousingagency@tnrc.ca

The City of Thompson – Community Entity is currently accepting applications for the Homelessness Partnering Strategy Funding (from the 2014-2015 Designated Community – Thompson funding stream) for $9,340.00 specifically for Point-In-Time Count in Thompson, Manitoba. Consideration will be given only to projects that meet the objectives of this Call For Proposal and demonstrate they can complete the project by March 31, 2015.

The deadline for proposals is January 15, 2015 @ 4:30pm local time. In order to be accepted for consideration application must be received in both formats: 1) Electronically on or before deadline, and 2) Through the mail or hand-delivered with appropriate signatures, and post stamped (if mailed) on or before deadline.

Please contact the Community Entity for information and application package. Be advised that only this application and ability to demonstrate the organizations capacity to carry out the Point-In-Time Count will be used by the Community Advisory Board to assess your submission for HPS funding.

Please forward this Call for Proposals to your organization’s contacts.

For more info please: Leanne Grenier City of Thompson – Community Entity c/o Thompson Housing Agency 101 – 55 Selkirk Avenue Thompson, MB R8N 0M5 thompsonhousingagency@tnrc.ca

AUTOMATED COLLECTION

The Thompson Recycling Center is inviting applications for its Board of Directors The TRC operates as a northern regional material recovery facility.

The TRC receives a grant from the City of Thompson and will be directed by a volunteer Board.

The Board’s role is to direct/support management in executing the mandate and strategy of the corporation.

Applicants must be residents of Thompson, or surrounding areas and should have knowledge and understanding of Material Recovery Facilities. Past Board experience as well as Financial Literacy are considered assets.

For Further Information call the Manager at 204-677-7991 Interested persons are encouraged to apply by letter or email to Box 424, Thompson, MB, R8N 1N2 trec@mymts.net

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS TO THE THOMPSON RECYCLING CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

• 1 Westwood • 2 Burntwood • 3 Riverside/Deerwood • 4 Eastwood • 5 Juniper/Southwood/BTC The automated carts must be placed along your curb no later than 8 am on the day of scheduled pickup AT LEAST one metre apart from other cart/objects. No Parking on residential streets between the hours of 8 am and 4:30 pm during Garbage/Recycle days for that area. Example: if it is Westwood’s Garbage/Recycle day there is to be no parking on the residential streets in the Westwood Area. This is to aid in the safety for both the residents of Thompson as well as City crews. Vehicles found parked on the streets will be ticketed.

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volve in the process – which is the NDP way.”

Niki Ashton says her focus will remain where it is now. “My focus in 2015 is to fight for the people of the Churchill constituency and to help form the first NDP government in Ottawa.”

Mulcair, the leader of the official Opposition and the federal NDP, visited

Thompson on July 10 during a northern tour to speak about the NDP, the end of postal services, and his party’s vision for Canada.

Mulcair said in the press release that Niki Ashton’s efforts don’t go unnoticed.

“A tireless advocate for a variety of issues, Niki’s commitment to the people of her riding is undeniable.”

DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for consideration: The successful candidate will develop, co-ordinate and implement the City’s Planning and Development Strategy and any amendments thereto in accordance with City policy and with guidance from the Development Review Committee, and reports to the City Manager. The candidate will manage the resources of the development function and utilize external resources to achieve objectives and to market the City as a place to establish and expand business. In addition, they will oversee the coordination of the City’s capital projects and administer and supervise the Building, Inspections and Assets and Infrastructure personnel with the City.

The incumbent shall have a relevant post-secondary education with a minimum of five years of administrative experience in a senior management position in a local government setting. This experience shall include some related aspects of budget control, personnel management, and effective communication skills. The Director shall have the ability to organize personnel and provide leadership in the achievement of goals and objectives and be skillful in finding solutions, solving problems and resolving conflict. The incumbent will have a working knowledge of Land Management, the Planning Act, Municipal Act and Municipal procedures and possess a valid driver’s licence.

The salary starts at $79,872 and the right candidate can expect a salary that reflects their level of experience. The City of Thompson offers an extensive benefits package for this position.

Please send detailed resumes outlining experience, education, qualifications and references by Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. to: Deanna Kondakor HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: dkondakor@thompson.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

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

226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB R8N 1S6

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Salesperson/Management Trainee

CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 112 • CHURCH SERVICES

502 • APT/TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT

LIVING WATER CHURCH

1 & 2 bedroom apartments available immediately

Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm.

Light of the North Church 32 Nelson Road CHRISTIAN COUNCIL DIRECTORY ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH Fr Joseph Subhash and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday School 9:45 am, Church 11:00 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Dr. 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Pastor Ted Goossen 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Ps Peter Elias 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am LUTHERAN-UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays.

Phone 204-677-4495 GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 35 Station Road 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 AM Service 11:00, PM Service 7:00 Prayer Meeting- Wednesday 7 PM 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 APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 GOLDEYE CRESCENT Service Schedule Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 3:00 pm Sunday School 7:00 pm Evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time. Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003

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

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

301 • HELP WANTED DOAK BULK FUELS is seeking a truck driver/yard person. $22.00 per hour plus benefits package. Weekends off. Drop off resume at 250 Station road or call 204-677-2150 for more information. 52-3-d

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

409 • MISC. FOR SALE WILDLIFE MOUNTS personal collection. Call Les at 204-281-5092.

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phone 204-677-5758 or fax 204-677-5803 68 FOX BAY has a one bedroom suite available as of January 1 , 2015 for $ 990 a month. The rent is all inclusive and includes unit hydro, water, cable, and internet. 68 Fox Bay is a non-smoking, quiet building.

Suites have been recently repainted and renovated with new flooring and rug. If you are interested in picking up an application form please phone (204)677-3031 1-1-nb $1500 PER MONTH plus utilities. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fully renovated. Credit check, damage deposit required. No smoking, no pets. Call 204-679-0434. 53-2-d

510 • RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE 55 SELKIRK 280 1st fl & 910 2nd fl, 79 Selkirk: 400 & 2000 storefront, 23 Nelson: 1000 industrial call : 204-778-5511 or 204-679-0915.

37-tfn-nb OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft. available. Cameron/ Hoe building 81 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto.

204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306477-5668. 20-tfn-nb

Seeking a highly motivated, permanent, full-time salesperson for busy expanding retail store.

Full Time Youth Care Practitioner(s) Kisewatisiwin Services – Thompson MB Competition No. 2326.12.14 More than one position will be hired from this posting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Full Time Youth Care Practitioner(s) (YCP) is required for the Kisewatisiwin Service Area in Thompson Manitoba. The successful candidate(s) will be required to work 40 hours per week whose hours will vary depending on location. As part of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a nurturing, caring and safe environment for male and female adolescents in a residential or independent living setting, the YCP must display the ability to understand and support treatment goals and to develop and maintain positive relationships with youth who demonstrate a wide range of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties. Good written and verbal communication skills are required.

Successful applicant will be well groomed, outgoing and personable, and able to keep pace with rapidly changing technology and procedures. Applicants should possess a positive attitude, and be professional in appearance and demeanor.

A high degree of proficiency with new and emerging technologies is required.

Wireless Solutions offers an above industry average performance based compensation package with benefits. Applicants must be available to work during store hours which are from 9 AM to 6 PM weekdays, and 9:30 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Please drop off resume and cover letter in person to: Wireless Solutions/MTS Connect Thompson 16-50 Selkirk Avenue, Thompson, MB R8N0M7 Attention: Vincent W. Shumka

No phone calls please.

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: Valid Driver’s License is mandatory; Current First Aid/CPR/AED certificate or a willingness to obtain as per MYS policy; Minimum 18 years of age; Possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) and Child Abuse Registry Check.

SALARY RANGE: $27,727.49 to $43,622.31 d.o.q. per annum plus 5% Northern Allowance and a competitive benefits plan.

Resumes maybe faxed, 778-7778, emailed, northern.careers@ mys.mb.ca, or delivered 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 p.m. January 31, 2015. MYS is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact check. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted; an ineligibility list will be created. For further information about this or other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit our website www.mys.ca.

603 • TENDERS

FRONTIER SCHOOL DIVISION Invites applications for the following position POSITION: LOCATION: START DATE: FTE: TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Area 4 Superintendent Cranberry Portage, Manitoba August 2015 1.00 FTE Permanent January 21, 2015

Educational services are provided for over 1,100 primarily aboriginal pre-school to Grade 12 students to six schools in the five communities of Cranberry Portage, Cold Lake, Cormorant, Snow Lake and Moose Lake in west central Manitoba. This includes Frontier Collegiate Institute Campus which provides a home for approximately 285 students from First Nation and northern communities while attending high school. In Area 4, the Division employs approximately 275 professional and support staff.

The Division is committed to success for all learners through a focus upon student outcomes, community-based direction for schools, and a partnership approach amongst staff, parents, and the community.

NOTICE OF TENDER

The preferred candidate will meet the following criteria: For other Manitoba government tenders, please visit www.manitoba.ca

TENDER WILL BE AVAILABLE ON January 7, 2015 MANITOBA INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION Separate sealed tenders will be received by: Infrastructure and Transportation Region 5 11 Nelson Road Thompson MB R8N 0B3 (204) 677-6540 on the specified day up to 12:00 noon prevailing local time for the following work: THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2015 C.O. X05928 Clearing on PR 374 Vicinity of Cross Lake The work shall consist of clearing Right of Way on PR 374, from the Junction of Provincial Road 373, North Easterly for 14km in the vicinity of Cross Lake in unorganized territory.

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

606 • NOTICE TALES OF A MAD MINER is a book of mining stories. Use the search words “mad miner, glover” to find kindle ebooks by Bill Glover at www.amazon. com or for hard copies email klglover6@hotmail.com. 1-1-d

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JOB VACANCY BRIGHTER FUTURES/ BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES ADVISOR Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health, the BF/BHC Advisor will assist member First Nations in planning, development, coordination and evaluation of the Brighter Futures Initiative (BFI) and Building Healthy Communities (BHC) community-based programs. The BF/ BHC Advisor shall provide assistance to all KTC member bands as requested by the KTC Chiefs and community-based staff, to ensure programs within the Brighter Futures Initiative and Building Healthy Communities are meeting the needs of its First Nations communities.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Post Secondary education / training in the Social Services field. Should have demonstrated ability with the First Nation’s community development, community health planning, policy development and able to facilitate the transfer of skills to community based resources.

• Knowledgeable of government agencies and various organizations.

• Should have good communication and organizational skills.

• Computer skills are needed for various input of reporting requirements.

• Ability to speak Cree/Dene would be an asset.

• A valid Driver’s license would be an asset.

• Must be prepared to travel extensively.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy – Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No: 204-677-0256 Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, January 9, 2015. 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 John Spence, Director of Health or Lisa Beardy.

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An educational leader with successful and student-focused administrative experience at the nursery to grade 12 levels An accountability-based leader in terms of student results and achievement, assessment and evaluation of programs and strategic planning for growth and development A knowledgeable, experienced leader in the development and implementation of Indigenous focused curricula and language programs Demonstrated success in leading a Divisional program portfolio An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal, conflict resolution and community relations skills A collaborative decision maker committed to a team approach with varied local partners and organizations An administrator with five or more years’ experience (at the school or Division level) in planning, managing and allocating human, financial and material resources An excellent financial manager responsible for an annual budget of approximately $22 million A lifelong learner, with a Master’s degree in education (administration, curriculum, foundations), or in the process of obtaining a Master’s degree Extensive knowledge about the Indigenous languages and cultures of central and northern Manitoba

Applicants must hold or be eligible for a permanent professional Manitoba teaching certificate. Applicants must possess a valid Manitoba driver’s license. A comprehensive benefits program and competitive salary is provided. Extensive travel is required.

Applicants interested in this unique challenge are to submit: • A curriculum vitae / detailed resume with three professional and three character references, including written permission to contact them • A 250 word philosophy of education statement • A 500 word paper on “the role of a leader in providing a quality educational program in Area 4” Forward application package to: Chief Superintendent’s Office Frontier School Division 30 Speers Road Winnipeg, MB R2J 1L9 Phone: (204) 775-9741 Fax: (204) 775-9940 Email: ray.derksen@frontiersd.mb.ca All applicants are thanked for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. employment is contingent upon the provision of clear Criminal record and Child Abuse Registry checks. For further information on the Division, visit the website at www. frontier.mb.ca

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School board gives final verdict on home-schooler’s request CAREER OPPORTUNITY ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER & DUTY MANAGER The Thompson Inn is looking for enthusiastic individuals to work in the hospitality industry.

The positions will entail both day & night shifts.

Experience in the hospitality industry would be a great asset.

Resumes can be dropped off at the Thompson Inn or the Burntwood Hotel or e-mailed to tsollis@burntwoodhotel.com We thank all applicants but only those qualified will be contacted.

146 Selkirk Avenue, Thompson, MB R8N 0N1 Tel: (204) 677- 4551 ext 433 Fax: (204) 677-8247

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Winship family’s quest to get 11-year-old Colin Winship into the school band program is over, for now.

On Nov. 12, the family reiterated their plea to the newly inducted school board trustees. Colin’s mother Caroline Winship spoke during the presentation. “It is our understanding the School District of Mystery Lake does not yet have a policy regarding partial enrol-

Your search is over.

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

Direct Support Provider Casual, 2 Positions in The Pas and 1 Position in Thompson Manitoba Family Services, Community Service Delivery, Northern Region, The Pas and Thompson Advertisement Number: 28971 Closing Date: January 19, 2015 Salary Range: $16.12 - $17.41 per hour plus remoteness allowance, if applicable Regular Assigned Hours: 40 hrs – 60 hours per bi-weekly and 60 – 80 hours per bi-weekly An eligibility list may be created for similar positions in The Pas and Thompson and will remain in effect for 6 months.

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ment of home-schooled children. Past practice has allowed for homeschooled students to be permitted in this district’s programming, including Colin, who was partially enrolled in 2009 in both music and physical education at riverside school.”

Colin, who wanted to be part of the Grade 6 band program, also spoke.

“It is still my dream to someday be in the school band, and I pray about it every night. I would work really hard, and behave the very best I can.

School board of Mystery Lake, please allow me, Colin Winship, to join the Grade 6 band and make my dreams come true.”

School board trustees spoke about the situation in December, and came to a conclusion. “The School District of Mystery Lake Board of Trustees have discussed your request into the Band program and have concluded that the District’s position remains unchanged,” wrote

Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby From left to right, Caroline, Colin and Jason Winship presented their final plea for band enrollment during the Nov. 12 school board meeting. The verdict remains the same and the Winship family isn’t happy.

Leslie Tucker, chairperson of the board, in a letter to the Winships.

The Dec. 11 letter also stated that the issue has been referred to the district’s superintendents for administrative policy and procedure development.

HELP WANTED Are you looking for work? Are you looking for a change?

Juniper Centre is looking for staff to support females in our residential programs.

FULLTIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE If you are looking for a ful¿lling and gratifying career, come join our Juniper Centre Team.

We offer a rewarding work environment with competitive pay and bene¿ts. We are willing to train, so no previous experience is necessary. If you are compassionate and hard working this might be the place for you!

Prior to employment: must have clean criminal record check, positive reference checks and not be on the Child Abuse or Vulnerable Person registry.

Priority will be given to the applicants who have a high school diploma and a class ¿ve driver’s license.

If you are interested please drop off a resume at 108 Nelson Rd. Attn: snjci@mymts.net If you require more information Call Sabrina Norman 677-2970 or drop by the Juniper Centre

Desired: UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`ÊiÝ«iÀ i ViÊ `i }Ê> `É ÀÊÌi>V }Ê viÊà ÃÊÌ Ê ` Û `Õ> ÃÊ> `É ÀÊ groups.

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Duties: The incumbent provides intensive support services to children, families or individuals due to very challenging behaviour, intense physical needs or multiple challenges within Child > `Ê > ÞÊ-iÀÛ ViÃÊ i iÀ> Ê ÕÌ À ÌÞ]Ê `Ài ½ÃÊ` ÃAbility Services and Community Living disAbility Services. Incumbents will participate in needs assessments and meetings regarding case planning, implement and monitor the case plans through skill development and liaison, and provide written and verbal reports to the case management team.

For more information please visit our website at www.manitoba.ca/govjobs

Apply to: Advertisement No. 28971 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 300-305 Broadway Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J7 >Ý\Ê­Óä{®Ê {n Ó£ Î > \Ê} Û LÃJ} Û° L°V>ÊÊÊ 9 ÕÀÊV ÛiÀÊ iÌÌiÀ]ÊÀiÃÕ jÊ> `É ÀÊ>«« V>Ì Ê ÕÃÌÊV i>À ÞÊ ` V>ÌiÊ ÜÊÞ ÕÊ iiÌÊÌ iÊ 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 V ÛiÀ }Ê iÌÌiÀ]ÊÀiÃÕ jÊ> `É ÀÊ>«« V>Ì Ê vÊÌ iÞÊ>ÀiÊvÀ Ê> ÞÊ vÊÌ iÊv Ü }Ê}À Õ«Ã\Ê 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.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS TO THE THOMPSON UNLIMITED BOARD OF DIRECTORS Thompson Unlimited is inviting applications for its Board of Directors.

Thompson Unlimited (TU) is the City of Thompson’s economic development agency. It operates at arm’s length from the City under a contribution agreement, and is directed by a volunteer Board.

Board members meet monthly to direct management in carrying out the mandate of the corporation, as well as to review financial statements and to consider funding requests under any programs operated by TU. Applicants must be residents of Thompson, and should have knowledge and experience in development and local businesses and industry.

For Further Information call the General Manager at 204-677-1903 Interested persons are encouraged to apply by letter to Thompson Unlimited 15 Moak Crescent Thompson, MB R8N 2B8 Or email info@thompsonunlimited.ca Mark correspondence “Attention President – Re Board” Applications need to be made by January 21st

Caroline Winship says since the letter, trying to enter Colin into the program has been put on hold. “The entire situation has been emotionally draining on our family so we are putting it to rest for this school year so that we can focus on our home school and the well-being of our family unit. We hope to explore more options for the fall of 2015, for Colin’s Grade 7 year.”

During the school board election campaign, in which Caroline Winship was a candidate for the board of trustees, she stated during an open forum that eventually the plan was to enroll her children in the public school system. Winship says this still remains a future idea. “The longterm plan is to have our children enrolled in the public education system.

Whether that is here in Thompson on a partial or full-time basis is still to be decided. We have always looked at the education plan for each child on an individual basis, year by year. We strongly support the teachers and programs here in Thompson so to have our children enrolled here at some point would be ideal.”

Colin is still continuing with music, even after being told no once again. “I am kind of sad about the decision, but I will still keep practising. I’m really thankful for the support from people trying to get me in the band. I’ve met all the teachers of the music department and try to get to as many concerts as I can. I want in simply because it’s the best.”

Colin started piano lessons this month, took private drum lessons over the summer, and has been practising the trombone at home. Colin still hopes to play the trombone in the band one day, but for now will continue with the drums to help with his rhythm, and the piano for his all-around musicianship.

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Careers Thompson Senior Citizens Housing Authority Inc. 424 Westwood Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0G9 Job Opportunity – set your own hours Perfect position for someone who just wants a couple hours per day.

Part time Property Manager Responsibilities: • Supervise contractors to ensure jobs are done to standards • Call in maintenance worker when needed • Ensure all maintenance issues are taken care of in a timely manor • Collect Rent from 15 units • Accounts Receivable • Accounts Payable • Meeting Deadlines • Keeping financial books up to date • Reporting to Manitoba Housing

Administrative & Client Service Assistant

Formal administrative training, general office experience, excellent interpersonal skills, mastery of MS Office Suite, and experience in the financial services industry will be distinct advantages to the successful candidate.

Please send your resume to connie.couvier@sunlife.com We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Your search is over.

Deadline to apply is Jan 11, 2015 Please submit Resume to: 424 Westwood Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0G9 Office Hours 3:30 – 5:00 pm Or e-mail: rotaryplace@outlook.com

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

Court Clerk Monitor

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Mines Inspector Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Labour and Immigration; Workplace Safety and Health Branch, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 29565 Closing Date: January 30, 2015 Salary Range: $58,668 - $75,066 per annum (plus remoteness allowance) The Mines Inspector conducts inspections and investigations in mines (and other sectors) related to workplace fatalities, right to refuse situations, discriminatory actions, serious incidents, and related complaints. The successful candidate must have extensive underground mining experience, knowledge of mining industry terminology, processes, equipment and procedures, as well as knowledge of occupational health and safety fundamentals, principles, rights, duties, and responsibilities.

Candidates require strong analytical and problem solving skills, the ability to exercise sound reason, judgment and discretion, the ability to lead others in difficult situations, as well as excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. The position conducts inspections and interviews, prepares reports, issues and determines compliance with improvement orders and stop work orders, certifies the use of diesel equipment underground, monitors air quality and ventilation requirements, inspects shafts, escape ways, mine rescue and fire protection systems, and tests mine hoist operators.

For full details on this opportunity, visit www.manitoba.ca/govjobs/

Apply to: Advertisement No. 29565 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 300 – 305 Broadway Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J7 Phone: 204-948-1271 Fax: 204-948-2193 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

Regular/Full-Time Regional Courts, Manitoba Justice, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 29649 Closing Date: January 23, 2015 Salary Range: $37,921 to $46,753 per year

Qualifications: Essential: UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`ÊÀi >Ìi`ÊV iÀ V> É>` ÃÌÀ>Ì ÛiÊiÝ«iÀ i ViÊ including data entry, handling inquires on the phone/in person and preparing/processing detailed documentation.

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UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`Ê>L ÌÞÊÌ ÊÀià ÛiÊV y VÌÊÕà }ÊivviVÌ ÛiÊ interpersonal skills.

UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`Ê>L ÌÞÊÌ ÊÜ À ÊivviVÌ Ûi ÞÊ Ê>ÊÌi> Ê environment as well as contribute to a respectful environment.

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UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`Ê>L ÌÞÊÌ ÊiÝiÀV ÃiÊÃ Õ `Ê Õ`} i ÌÊ> `Ê independent decision making skills.

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Desired: UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`ÊiÝ«iÀ i ViÊ Ê>ÊV ÕÀÌÊ ÀÊÀi >Ìi`Ê i}> Ê environment which includes courtroom documentation, procedures and processes.

UÊ « iÌ Ê vÊ>ÊÀiV } âi`Ê>` ÃÌÀ>Ì ÛiÊ ÀÊ i}> Ê assistant program.

Please visit our website at www.manitoba.ca/govjobs/ for a complete list of qualifications and duties.

Apply to: Advertisement No. 29649 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 300 - 305 Broadway Winnipeg MB R3C 3J7 Phone: (204) 945-3688 >Ý\Ê­Óä{®Ê {n Ó£ Î > \Ê} Û LðJ} Û° L°V>

Duties: Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for managing the administrative services and functions for the Recreation and Regional Services Branch. Duties include; typing correspondence and various documents; responding to inquiries from members of the public and various government offices; spreadsheet management; handling correspondences and other tracking and bring forward systems; handling filing systems; coordinating meetings; accounts payable and reception duties. A detailed position description is available upon request.

Apply to: Advertisement No. 29269 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 300-305 Broadway Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J7 Phone: 204-945-3308 >Ý\ÊÓä{ {n Ó£ Î > \Ê} Û LÃJ} Û° L°V>Ê 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.

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« Þ i ÌÊ µÕ ÌÞÊ ÃÊ>Êv>VÌ ÀÊ ÊÃi iVÌ °Ê «« V> ÌÃÊ>ÀiÊ requested to indicate in their covering letter, résumé and/ or application if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability.

Keep Thompson Green!

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UÊ Ý«iÀ i ViÊÕÃ }Ê VÀ Ã vÌÊ* ÜiÀ* Ì°Ê UÊ Ý«iÀ i ViÊÜ Ì ÊLÕ`}iÌÊ«Ài«>À>Ì ]ÊV>Ã Êy ÜÊ «À iVÌ Ã]Ê> `Êw > V > ÊÀi« ÀÌÊ«Ài«>À>Ì °

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

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

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Essential: UÊ Ý«iÀ i ViÊ«À Û ` }ÊÃiVÀiÌ>À > ]ÊV iÀ V> Ê> `Ê administrative support, such as; receiving, logging and distributing mail, managing correspondence, responding to inquiries and procurement.

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UÊ - Õ `Ê Õ`} i ÌÊ> `Ê«À L i ÊÃ Û }ÊÃ ÃÊÜ Ì ÊÌ iÊ ability to handle non routine issues.

UÊ i ÃÌÀ>Ìi`Ê>L ÌÞÊÌ ÊÌ> iÊ Ì >Ì ÛiÊ> `ÊÜ À Ê independently with minimum supervision.

UÊ L ÌÞÊÌ Ê«>ÞÊV ÃiÊ>ÌÌi Ì ÊÌ Ê`iÌ> Ê> `Ê > Ì> Ê accuracy.

UÊ -ÌÀ }Ê À}> â>Ì > Ê> `ÊÌ iÊ > >}i i ÌÊÃ ÃÊ V Õ` }ÊÌ iÊ>L ÌÞÊÌ Ê«À À Ì âiÊÜ À Ê> `ÊÜ À ÊÕ `iÀÊ pressure to meet time sensitive deadlines.

UÊ vviVÌ ÛiÊÜÀ ÌÌi ÊV Õ V>Ì Êà ð UÊ -ÌÀ }Ê ÌiÀ«iÀà > Êà ÃÊÜ Ì ÊÌ iÊ>L ÌÞÊÌ ÊÜ À Ê effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff and the general public with courtesy, tact and diplomacy.

UÊ vviVÌ ÛiÊ À> ÊV Õ V>Ì Êà ð UÊ Ý«iÀ i ViÊÕà }ÊV «ÕÌiÀÊ«À }À> ÃÊÃÕV Ê>ÃÊ VÀ à vÌÊ 7 À`]Ê ÝVi ]Ê> `Ê"ÕÌ °

When applying to this advertisement, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and body of your email.

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

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Administrative Secretary Regular/Part-Time Manitoba Children and Youth Opportunities, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 29269 Closing Date: January 16, 2015 Salary Range: $20.09- $22.96 per hour

« Þ i ÌÊ µÕ ÌÞÊ ÃÊ>Êv>VÌ ÀÊ ÊÃi iVÌ °Ê «« V> ÌÃÊ>ÀiÊ 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.

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

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter, résumé and/ or application if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with a disability.

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

Qualifications:

Contract wages to be discussed Training will be provided to successful candidate

Your search is over.

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We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to support the administrative needs of an independent insurance and financial services office. He or she will be a proven self-starter with a high level of professional business practices, strong communication skills (verbal and written), be extremely organized and committed to providing outstanding customer service.

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