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Volume 56 • Issue 26

Brian Woytkiw crowned 2016 King Miner

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With Nickel Days always comes the annual National King Miner Contest, with 18 of Vale’s finest squaring off for the coveted King Miner title. This year’s National King Miner was Brian Woytkiw, who placed in a whopping eight events to win his eighth-straight title. Following Woytkiw are runners-up Tyrell Hall, Josh Forest and Alex Martin, in descending order.

The winners of the team event were Scott Kennedy, Daniel Kennedy, Frank Bushby and Richard Patterson, with the rookie prize awarded to Bruno Forest.

Eleven of the 2016 King Miner competitors pose with their awards. Left to right, rear: Frank Bushby (third in ladder climb and bolting, team award), Jason Stykalo (second in log sawing, third in nail driving), Richard Patterson (second in bolting, fourth in nail driving and ladder climbing, team award), Scott Kennedy (first in steel packing, second in crib building, ladder climbing and pipe fitting, team award) Josh Forest (second runner up, first in bolting and pipefitting, second in stoper drilling, third in jackleg drilling and log sawing), Anthony Crossley (fourth in hand mucking) and Clint Morriseau (first in stoper drilling and crib building, third in hand mucking, fourth in steel packing). Front, left to right: Tyrell Hall (first runner up, first in jackleg drilling, second in hose mending and nail driving, third in pipefitting), Brian Woytkiw (2016 King Miner, first in log sawing, hose mending and ladder climbing, second in jackleg drilling and hand mucking, third in steel packing and stoper drilling, fourth in pipefitting), Daniel Kennedy (second in steel packing, third in crib building, fourth inlog sawing) and Alex Martin (third runner up, fourth in stoper drilling).

Bindle’s edge among Thompson voters got him elected as MLA PURPLE LACES THE SECRET TO SUCCESS SPORTS - PAGE 7

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BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Elections Manitoba voting area results from the April 19 provincial election show that successful candidate Kelly Bindle of the Progressive Conservative party rode to victory by winning all but nine polls in the Thompson area while the NDP’s Steve Ashton won practically every poll in the outlying areas of the district.

Bindle won all four polls at Westwood Elementary School, two of three at

Ecole Riverside School, three of four at Juniper School, five of six at Burntwood Elementary School and all three at Deerwood Elementary School. Ashton was dominant in Eastwood, winning all five of the polls at Wapanohk Community School. The only poll that Bindle won outside of Thompson was at Paint Lake.

Other than the five Wapanohk polls, Ashton only won three other polls in Thompson (one each at Riverside, Juniper and

Burntwood) as well as one mobile poll. Outside the city, he won all three polls in Split Lake and Bunibonibee Cree Nation, both polls in Wabowden, as well as the polls in York Landing, War Lake First Nation and Thicket Portage.

Liberal candidate Inez Vystrcil-Spene won only a single poll, in Pikwitonei, where she received 11 votes to 10 for Ashton and six for Bindle.

Advance polls in Thompson also went Bindle’s way, while Ashton took

all advance polls outside of Thompson with the exception of Paint Lake, which went to Bindle, and Pikwitonei, which went to Vystrcil-Spence.

Almost 85 per cent of Bindle’s 1,712 votes overall were cast in Thompson polling stations, where he received a total of 1,447.

Ashton received 1,047 votes in Thompson, about 70 per cent of his overall total of 1,527.

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Turnout in the Thompson electoral district was 37.36 per cent.

Paint Lake, where 147 out of 247 registered voters cast ballots on election day or in advance polls, was the only poll in the district where more than half of voters turned out, with about 60 per cent of registered voters casting a ballot.

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204-778-7000 OBITUARY LARRY JAMES MORRISSEY It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Larry James Morrissey.

Larry peacefully passed away on June 18, 2016 at the age of 68 years and one day at the Yorkton Regional Hospital surrounded by family. Larry is survived by his loving wife Marlene, son Trevor (Teena) daughter Tracy (Chris) and grandchildren (Kaitlyn, Tia, Tarin and T.J.), brother Wayne (Jenine), sisters Lynda (Mevlin) Doreen (Barry) and numerous nieces and nephews. Larry was pre-deceased by his parents Murrell and Hazel Morrissey; sister Sharon Anderson (Arthur).

Larry was born on June 17, 1948 in Herbert, SK. He attended school and was raised in Chaplin, SK. Larry moved to Thompson, MB in October 1968 with his best friend Eric Burnside to pursue a career with INCO. It was in Thompson where he met the love of his life, Marlene. After a year with the “plant” he changed careers going to work with Rapid Cleaners traveling the north. In 1986 Larry went into partnership with Harry Nakano and purchased Rapid Cleaners.

Larry never lost his sense of family making sure he was always available to help with Barry’s farm or visit Chaplin to see his sisters, and parents. While in Chaplin he could always be found with brother in law Arthur enjoying a beer on the golf course.

Larry’s commitment to his community showed when he joined Thompson Fire and Emergency Services as an auxiliary fire fighter.

Larry spent 18 years with the fire service giving countless hours of volunteer time to his community. After Larry left the fire service he made every effort to stay connected with the new firefighters, and always spoke highly of the fire service as it was always in his heart.

Larry enjoyed golf, bbq’s, gardening, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren, softball and emphatically cheering on the Saskatchewan Roughriders, who he was able to watch in person with his son when they brought the grey cup home in 2013.

Larry will be sadly missed but always remembered for his bright smile, and witty personality.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Yorkton Regional Health Centre, especially Dan for their compassionate and professional care of Larry during his final hours.

Funeral Services will be held at the Memorial Gardens in Yorkton July 2, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Tributes and condolences can be made at www. baileysfuneralhome.com A second service will be held in Thompson July 6. Time and place will be made available in coming days.

Thompson Citizen photo by Kacper Antoszewski From left to right: Oswald Sawh, Vik Hetesh, Dave Moore, Palak Anand, Adrianna Proulx and Shiv Anand.

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The article “Utilities board hears three objections to city’s sewage treatment plant funding plan” and the editorial “Public Utilities Board faces tough decision on sewage treatment plant funding,” which appeared on Page 2 and Page 4, respectively, of the June 22 Thompson Citizen, mistakenly identified the June 16 public hearing held in Thompson as having been conducted by the Public Utilities Board when it was, in fact, the Municipal Board. The Thompson Citizen apologizes for the error.

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Home Routes tour seeks new concert host – and soon

BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Home Routes tour is currently in its summer lull until September for the program’s 1oth Canadawide anniversary. But before the tour can return to Thompson, Home Routes must fi nd a new host, and soon: Home Routes is wrapping up its touring arrangements, and hopes to have their booking published in the second half of July. If you’re interested in the opportunity, do not hesitate.

This year’s concerts were hosted by Linda Toews in her home on Wekusko Street. While plenty of people wanted to help with organizing the events, none of the organizers were able to host this year. Herself a big fan of house concerts, Toews stepped in for the season to keep the program open for another season. “I first heard about the concerts through the library, and

thought, ‘How great is this to have live music from such talented musicians!’

Some just melted my heart with their passions and incredible sounds.”

Hosting a Home Routes season isn’t for everyone. The most obvious requirement is space, for both performers and audiences: Home Routes suggests there should be enough room for a “stage” of roughly four by six feet, as simple as an area rug, or as elaborate as a literal stage.

For the audience, Home Routes recommends enough space for roughly 30 people to comfortably, simply, move around. Of course, this is just a guideline: “The first concert was quite overwhelming with just over 35 guests,” said Toews.

“Then it dropped to 20ish for the other concerts, which is a better number for the size of my home.”

Outdoor venues are not

considered an option, due to weather concerns, as well as acoustics: as most artists carry acoustic instruments with small amplifiers, sound is quickly lost to the outdoors and among the noises of the crowd.

While many of your Home Routes audience members will be friends, family, and friends of friends and family, this will not always be the case, and inviting up to 20-some strangers into one’s home is no doubt one of the more daunting aspects of Home Routes.

But like the artists, Toews assures that guests were as well-behaved as the artists: “The guests were all very respectful of being in another person’s personal space, and helpful in terms of offering to help clean up. And concert attendees also brought delicious snacks.”

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100 per cent of the revenue from that evening, and hosts are expected to provide a bed, dinner and breakfast for their guests. For those that are prepared, however, the experience is a rich one.

Hosts are always sent one of the artist’s CD’s prior to their arrival, but nonetheless, Toews said she was always curious to learn more when her guests arrived. “The musicians were all quite diverse, from a couple with a young child to a man in his late 60s or 70s,” she said. “The chance to be able to converse and share supper with new friends is really quite rewarding,” said Toews.

If you’re interested in taking the torch from Toews, you can reach out to the Home Routes office at 204-480-3380 or toll-free at 1-866-925-6889. For more information you can also visit their website at www.homeroutes.ca.

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Editorial

Welcome, summer

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hile there’s some debate about when summer actually begins - on the date of the solstice or even earlier on the Victoria Day long weekend, depending on the climate wherever in this vast country you live - it’s really, really officially here in Thompson at about 2:30 p.m. tomorrow when school lets out and the students don’t have to return for what everybody hopes will be the warmest two months of the year.

Notwithstanding the fact that some people - inexplicably to those who crave heat - actually say they prefer winter, summer is when many of the memories we hold on to for life, be they of camping expeditions or trips to Disneyland or just spending long, lazy days with friends outside and a looser schedule to adhere to, are formed.

When you’re younger, it can seem almost endless, though as you age it often seems to fly by, especially since most adults don’t have more than a few weeks of July or August off. But that’s part of what makes summer so appealing - knowing that it won’t be around forever and that the days actually start getting shorter the very moment that the calendar tells us it’s arrived.

So get out there and enjoy all that the Northern Manitoba summer has to offer - long hours of daylight, countless lakes and rivers to explore, the always-popular Canada Day fireworks display and more. You have only so long to completely enjoy it before back-to-school ads and overnight temperatures steadily creeping downwards remind you that another autumn and the following winter to endure are on the distant horizon.

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Brexit referendum: the morning after Solihull, England — There are both tears and cries of jubilation this morning across the United Kingdom. More than 17 million Brits (about 52 per cent of voters) have cast ballots in favour of leaving the European Union and charting a whole new path for the country’s future. I can certainly understand why so many Britons have chosen to flee from the sway of Brussels. It would seem that EU governance has evolved into a form of distant “unelected government” that has taken sovereignty away from its member nations. And Britons especially don’t like that; never have – and never will.

Most hate the plethora of rules and regulations imposed by the EU bureaucracy. They believe the U.K. should chart its own destiny and Britons will be the better for it, both economically and socially. They believe that if rules are set, they should be put in place in London, not in far-off Brussels. It is, of course, not all that simple – noble perhaps,

Daniel McSweeney but hardly a goal to be achieved overnight. Britons will now have to maneuver their way out of the EU over the next few years and have accepted there will be some rather dark days ahead.

How it all pans out is anyone’s guess at this stage of the game.

It is by all measure a “courageous decision” one can only hope will eventually be shown to be the right one. But it’s not going to be easy; membership for the past four decades is a complex web of agreements and entanglements that cannot be wished away with the passing of a magic Brexit

wand. There will come times when some Britons will wonder “just what have we won?” Some will believe they made a big mistake; others will urge doubters to consider “the longer game” – and Britain will rise again to its former greatness from this “Independence Day” decision. I hope they are right, but getting there will take time and hard work requiring all U.K. politicians to accept that “the die has been cast” and instead of bickering about the past, they must work together.

And we now know PM David Cameron, the leader of the “remain” campaign, will not carry the torch in negotiations for extraction of Britain from the EU. He is stepping down in October, essentially passing on the job to someone with fire in their belly for leaving. And while that leader is unknown to us, Brexit lead campaigner and former London mayor Boris Johnson might end up taking on this job and sitting in the big chair at 10 Downing Street. (It is a circumstance

that has been the twinkle in his eye from the very first day that he stepped up to lead the Brexit campaign.)

And while this British “political drama” is important, there are even bigger issues at stake arising from Brexit.

Consider that as I write this blog on June 24, 2016, “leavers” in other EU countries are planning their exits with renewed vigour – spurred into action by the U.K. referendum results.

And, while it will not happen overnight, it could result in the break-up of Europe – a return to sovereign, independent nations “doing their own thing” and perhaps stepping on the toes of their neighbours.

The reality is that “little disagreements” amongst sovereign nations can quickly turn into big ones.

And when you are not sitting together at the same table, communications can break down, positions can become “entrenched” and in the name of patriotism and national pride, bad decisions can be made.

That’s the Europe of the

distant past; and we all know the consequences in the 20th century. The dream of a united Europe came after the end of the Second World War, a belief that European countries working co-operatively would give people a chance at a better, more peaceful life.

And while this dream got off to a good start, it seems to have been mucked up by a toxic mixture of politics, lust for power and other “human traits” that eventually destroy noble causes and collapse empires. That’s perhaps what has happened here – and Britons have simply had enough of it. They are doubtful on any chance of meaningful EU reform and have opted to leave the party.

I am not going to write a great deal about Brexit while living in England. I am doing so today because some readers in Canada are asking for my opinion. And in the book that I will assemble from all my blogs, it’s impossible not to reflect on this historic event that I would have viewed quite

differently from my perch in Canada. Yesterday as Sandra and I voted at the hall here in Solihull, we both marvelled at how we are here at this time in our lives – and able to cast our ballots in this historic referendum.

I will admit the outcome surprised us. We knew it could happen, but it seemed unlikely. Once the “leavers” come down from the high of victory and the “remainers” lick their wounds, the challenge will be to accept what has happened – and make the best of the outcome.

The people have spoken: I wish them nothing but success.

Dan McSweeney, a Halifax native, first worked as a reporter at the old Halifax Herald, then got a taste of public relations work at Canadian National Railway in Moncton, before coming to Thompson in 1980 to work for Inco. He retired back home to Bridgewater on Nova Scotia’s south shore in June 2007 after 27½ years with Inco here.

He blogs at mcsweeneysdiversion.wordpress.com.

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or call 1-866-MANITOBA (1-866-626-4862) TTY: 204-945-4796

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BILLET HOMES NEEDED

Thompson hockey player competes with Team Manitoba in Winnipeg

Norman N AAA Northstars require billeting homes for the 2016-2017 season.

Should you be interested or would like further information please contact: Kelly Salamandyk 204.679.6181 nnsbillet@gmail.com

MORTGAGE SALE AD The building and land known as 47 Parkway Crescent, Thompson, MB as described in Certificate of Title No. 2393976/3 will be sold at an auction, by a licensed auctioneer, on Tuesday the 19th day of July 2016 at 10:00 am at 31 Elk Bay, Thompson, MB. The vendor is informed that the property consists of bungalow (built approx 1963), main floor 1160 SF with living room, dining room, kitchen, 1-4 pc bathroom, 3 bedroom, full finished basement with 2 bedrooms, 1-3 pc bathroom, family room, laundry room, lot 50 x 125ft .

Prior Encumbrances: Caveats 33795N/3; 33796N/3; 36851N/3; 37076N/3 Taxes: Paid to December 31, 2015 Deposit of minimum of 20,000.00 in form of bank draft, certified cheque and/or cash and the balance according to conditions to be announced at the sale. Reserve Bid to be announced prior to the auction sale.

Please note the property is sold “as is where is” in accordance with Auction Sale Conditions.

Contact: PITBLADO LLP, Barristers/Solicitors 2500- 360 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4H6 Attn: Donna Riedel for Robert B. Giesbrecht Phone: (204) 956-0560

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Chris Lewis Carter Anderson of Thompson, in white helmet, recorded two goals and two assists with Team Manitoba in the super-elite 2004 division at the North American Hockey Classic tournament in Winnipeg June 16-19.

Carter Anderson of Thompson recorded two goals and two assists in six games with Team Manitoba in the super-elite 2004 division at the North American Hockey Classic tournament in Winnipeg

June 16-19.

Manitoba was 2-2 in the round-robin with a 4-2 win over the Bauer Selects and a 9-5 victory against the Lake Superior Stars alongside a 9-8 loss to the Red Deer Rustlers and and a

PROPOSAL INVITATION

PUBLIC NOTICE

Proposal will be received by the undersigned up to 11:00 am local time, Friday, July 15, 2016 and will be opened in public at that time and date at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB. R8N 1S6.

Proposal #12516 – Painting of GB Arena Ceiling Proposal forms and specifications may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Agent, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB., phone 204-677-7974 between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The City shall have the right to disqualify the Contractor from tender 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 tender 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 tendered, whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Bidders. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award the Tender which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

Adey Adeyemi, Purchasing Agent.

Please be advised that road closures will be starting soon for the City of Thompson’s 2016 Water main Renewal and Road Construction Capital Projects. For the safety of our crews and the public, we will be periodically closing sections along Selkirk Avenue from the Cree Road intersection to the Mystery Lake Road intersection, as well sections along Station Road from Mystery Lake Road intersection to the Princeton Drive intersection will experience periodic road closures. There will also be a section along Cree Road from Deerwood Drive to the north approach to Fox Bay that will be closed for road reconstruction. Water main work will commence on June 21, 2016 and road reconstruction work is tentatively scheduled for mid-July start. These projects will run until the middle of October and will be rolled out in stages starting with the Water main renewal along Selkirk and Station Road. The City of Thompson thanks you for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

Please call the Infrastructure Department at 677-7900 for any further information.

FRIENDLY REMINDERS

Pet Registration The City of Thompson requires that all dogs & cats owned in Thompson be licensed & wear a city tag.

To register, please contact City of Thompson Animal Services at: 226 Mystery Lake Road 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday

Annual Registration Fees Spayed/Neutered $20.00 Non-spayed/Neutered $65.00

For more details, please visit our website at thompson.ca or call 204-677-7903

If you have family/guest/new employees visiting please remind them that there is a parking ban on Residential Streets on Garbage/Recycle Days, to view the schedule, please visit our website.

Does your company travel to Thompson and provide a service to local business?

If so, you are required to have a business license. To obtain one, please contact the License Inspector at 204-677-7901.

9-3 loss to the Vancouver Junior Canucks. They advanced to the semifinals, losing 8-3 to the B.C. Bears, then beat the Saskatchewan Stars 5-3 to capture third place.

Team Manitoba also

included Anderson’s former Thompson teammate Ethan Williment on the roster.

Ten teams from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Minnesota and Chicago competed in the tournament.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL INVITATION

QUOTATION/TENDER INVITATION

Proposals will be received by the Purchasing Agent up to 11:00 a.m. local time, Friday, July 1, 2016 at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB. R8N 1S6.

RFP #12116 - Upgrade Work on the Multi-Use Building at the City of Thompson Landfill RFP #12216 - Replacement of One Unit Air Compressor at City Mechanical Workshop RFP documents may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Agent, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB. Phone (204) 677-7974, email aadeyemi@thompson. ca between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The City shall have the right to disqualify the Proponents from the bidding process if they have failed to complete their obligations under any prior contract with the City of Thompson or have been involved in litigation with the City.

The lowest or any RFP need not be accepted by the City of Thompson. The City shall have the right to evaluate competing RFPs in accordance with its own criteria for evaluation applied to the work being Proposed, whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Proponents. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award the work to the Proponent which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

Quotations/Tenders will be received by the undersigned up to 11:00 am local time, Monday, July 4, 2016 and will be opened in public at that time and date at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB. R8N 1S6.

Quotation #12316 – Supply of Filters Tender #12416 – Supply of Topsoil (approx. 1200 Cubic Yards) Tender/Quotation forms and specifications may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Agent, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB., phone 204-677-7974 between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The City shall have the right to disqualify the Contractor from tender 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 tender 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 tendered, whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Bidders. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award the Tender which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

Adey Adeyemi, Purchasing Agent.

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Former Thompsonite marks milestone in Manitoba Major Soccer League

Alisha Sewell

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

A former R.D. Parker Collegiate soccer team member achieved a milestone in his latest foray into football when he scored his first goal as a member of the Manitoba Major Soccer League’s Division 4 Portage Fusion June 14.

Darion Latchman, who made the Trojans soccer team as a twelfth-grader and then went on to play one season with the Assiniboine Community College Cougars in 2013-154, hadn’t played organized competitive soccer for two years prior to making the Fusion and says his goal - the only one for his team in a 9-1 loss to CCS Sweat Shack - wasn’t anything fancy.

“I still don’t know how I got it in,” Latchman said.

“It was two seconds left and I didn’t know and one of my teammates, he missed the ball and I just saw an opening and I just went and I booted it without thinking and I happened to score.

That was pretty much it.”

Although it didn’t make a difference to the outcome, it was nice to spoil the shutout bid at the very least.

“I was just like, if I could blast one past him I’m going to do it so that’s what I did,” said Latchman.

Most of Latchman’s soccer experience came as a player and referee in the Thompson Junior Soccer Association, as well as helping out on that organization’s board.

Prior to his only season with the Trojans, the quality of the other players dissuaded him from trying out.

“I decided, ‘Hey you know what, I’ll make a game-time decision and try out,’ something new,did it and made the team,” Latchman said.

Playing for the Fusion has been an adjustment for Latchman because he is competing against larger and more experienced players and also playing a new position.

“It was a transition going from high school to college and now college to playing men’s and men’s is like a lot bigger bodies, a lot more experience, so it’s been an awesome ride so far,” Latchman says. “For high school and college I played defensive midfield but now I’m playing a new role. They have me more on the wing because of my speed. It’s been great. It’s just trying to get comfortable with the new position.”

His new teammates, many of whom played together on other teams or in Winnipeg before, have been welcoming to their northern import.

“Since I’ve been here the team has welcomed me with open arms,” he says, though his Thompson roots were a surprise to them.

“They were a little shocked because they thought I was from Winnipeg and then I told them where I was ori-

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Latchman has family in Portage and between playing and coaching his cousin’s soccer team and working at Canad Inns, he’s keeping pretty busy.

Like many athletes, he isn’t immune to superstition and credits a friend from Thompson with giving him good luck to get his first goal.

“I was actually Snapchatting my friend from back in

Thompson and I was kind of wondering what laces I should wear. My boot is all orange and I Snapchatted my friend and I’m like, ‘Should I keep my laces or should I change them to purple?’ My friend’s like, ‘Purple, duh,’ so I think a shout out to Joelinn would be ideal. Purple laces were a good choice. That gave me the luck.”

Latchman says it’s thanks to coaches including Nuno Pereira in Thompson and also his coaches at ACC, as

well as his cousins Klinita and Paul, that he was able to find his way onto a men’s competitive team.

“I’m not going to say I’m the best because I’m far from that,” Latchman says.

“There’s a lot of better soccer players in Thompson or who came out of Thompson that are a lot better than I am. I’m just blessed for the opportunity to be playing soccer.”

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Notice of Public Hearing and Pre-Hearing Conference Applicant: Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation HEARING:

GENERAL INFORMATION:

The Public Utilities Board (Board) anticipates holding a public hearing of an application from Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation (MPI) for approval of rates and premiums for compulsory vehicle and driver insurance as of March 1, 2017. The hearing would take place at the Board’s Hearing Room, 4th Floor, 330 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB (commencing at 9:00 a.m.) on October 13, 2016. A Pre-Hearing Conference is to be convened by the Board in its offices at 9:00 a.m. on June 30, 2016.

Interested parties should take note that the Board does not have jurisdiction over the MPI lines of business denoted as Extension or SRE, or as to MPI’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing operation.

RATE IMPACT:

Persons seeking further information as to MPI’s application, or with respect to the Board’s process, and/or wishing to address the public hearing in French should notify the Board Secretary by August 26, 2016. As well, interested parties may examine MPI’s application and supporting materials, either at the offices of the Corporation or on its website, or the Board’s office.

The Corporation is requesting approval for Basic Autopac vehicle and drivers licence insurance rates and premiums effective March 1, 2017, which, if approved, will result in 2% overall change in MPI’s Basic premium revenue (excluding the impact of vehicle upgrades and an increased overall driver and vehicle population). The Corporation is also requesting an Interest Rate Forecast Risk Factor, also effective March 1, 2017, to be developed collaboratively through the General Rate Application process.

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.

Actual vehicle and driver premiums would vary depending on claim and driving experience, insurance use, territory and vehicle rate group. Full particulars, including the rate impact and application, can be found on the Manitoba Public Insurance website www.mpi.mb.ca.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

PRE-HEARING CONFERENCE: Those seeking Intervener status should notify the Board of their intention by applying to the Board Secretary before the now scheduled Pre-Hearing Conference of June 30, 2016. Interveners may be entitled to financial assistance, and the Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (Rules) provide the related guidelines, which can be seen at the Board’s website www.pub.gov.mb.ca or obtained on request to the Board, by either emailing (publicutilities@gov.mb.ca), writing or calling the Board Secretary (204-945-2638 or 1-866-854-3698, toll free). Parties wishing to submit a brief or to express comments at the hearing should also contact the Board Secretary.

Five days notice required.

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Student-athletes recognized for sports accomplishments

Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of Dolores Proulx From left to right, R.D. Parker Collegiate’s senior girls’ athlete of the year Adrianna Proulx, senior boys’ athlete of the year Jack Kennedy, junior girls’ athlete of the year Hannah Murdy and junior boys’ athlete of the year David King.

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Graduating student-athletes Adrianna Proulx and Jack Kennedy were two of the biggest winners at the R.D. Parker Collegiate Trojans athletics awards ceremony June 20, taking home multiple honours including the female and male varsity athlete of the year awards.

Proulx was also the winner of three ultimate awards - one for winning the gold medal in high jump at track and field provincials, one for being a member of the AAA bannerwinning track and field team and one for helping the senior varsity girls’ basketball team capture its second straight AAA provincial championship this spring. She was also presented with a dedication and commitment award for varsity girls’ basketball and the track team’s field master award.

Kennedy’s other awards included the ultimate award for being a member of the provincial banner-winning track team, an award for being a member of the 2015 United Nations curling team, a provincial recognition award for his performance in badminton with partner Blair Bodie, the senior boys’ volleyball most versatile player award and

the senior boys’ track and field “lead by example” award.

Other multiple award winners included Tressa McDonald (girls’ soccer rookie of the year, junior girls’ volleyball rookie of the year and junior girls’ basketball backbone award) and Gabriel Dy (junior boys’ basketball most improved and junior boys track and field Sonic the Hedgehog award).

Hannah Murdy was the junior girls’ athlete of the year and also won the junior girls’ volleyball coach’s pick award and the junior badminton spunk and spirit award.

The junior boys’ athlete of the year was David King, who also won the junior boys’ basketball most improved award.

Kyle Tomchuk won the spirit of sport award as well as the junior boys’ basketball most improved award.

Jashan Sandhu was the recipient of the boys’ soccer offensive leadership award, the 2015 United Nations curling team award and the senior badminton best adopted son award.

Savannah Szocs was recognized as the senior girls volleyball most improved player and for advancing to badminton provincials with partner Paige Krentz.

Dennita Cameron was the junior girls’ vol-

leyball rookie of the year and the junior girls’ track and field “sky’s the limit” award.

David Saunders won the senior boys’ basketball “we before me” award and the field lacrosse top scorer award.

Other award winners were Paige Johnson (girls’ soccer MVP), Desmond Pearce (boys’ soccer offensive leadership), Parth Patel (boys’ soccer tenacity), Logan Bobesko (junior girls’ volleyball most improved player), Murphy Krentz (junior boys’ volleyball most inspirational), Keaton McKay (junior boys’ volleyball most improved player), Teagan Stokes (junior boys’ volleyball most consistent player), Amnesty Tait (senior girls’ volleyball passion award), Jessica Paulic (senior girls’ volleyball determination award), Matthew Kaspick (senior boys’ volleyball leadership award), Tyler Braun (senior boys’ volleyball sic pack award), Matthew Stewart (boys’ curling leadership award), Jules Cruda (2015 Uniited Nations curling team award), Mitchell Szabo (2015 United Nations curling team award), Mufaro Nyabeze (2015 United Nations curling team award), Brynn Fennell (junior girls’ basketball most valuable player), Ashley Wiliams (junior girls’ basketball most valuable player), Jenna Horvath (junior

girls’ basketball silent leader award), Ahmed Rinawi (junior boys’ basketball most improved), Caitlin Fennell (senior girls’ basketball dedication and commitment), Brianna Bourguignon (senior girls’ basketball dedication and commitment), Dylan Stacey (senior boys’ basketball leadership award), John Del Castillo (senior boys’ basketball leadership award), Gavin Alcock (junior badminton outstanding player), Brandi Jenkins (junior badminton most improved player), Landus Mercredi (senior badminton most dedicated player), Gillian Larocque (senior badminton most improved player), Isaac Babulic (field lacrosse most valuable player), Braden Melsted (field lacrosse most dedicated player), Hayley Jenkins (junior girls’ track and field Energizer bunny award), Jonna McDonald (junior girls’ track and field “chuck-u-la” award), Jarrett Conley (junior boys’ track and field dedication award), Nathan Traverse-Smith (junior boys’ track and field “sky’s the limit” award), Kerri Ann Sweeny (senior girls’ track and field dedication award), Brieanne Bruneau (senior girls’ track and field team player award), Eric Olson (senior boys’ track and field workhorse award) and Gordie Reuther (senior boys’ track and field coach’s award).

Badminton partners were May’s top athletes

BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Grade 12 students and badminton doubles partners Paige Krentz and Savannah Szocs were R. D. Parker Collegiate’s athletes of the month for May, selected for their exceptional performance in their final season at RDPC. Krentz and Szocs have both been playing badminton together since Grade 6, when they first qualified for their elementary teams. Like all long-time friends, they had their falling-outs: for much of their high school years, the two parted ways to compete with different partners. “Once it got really competitive, we started to get mad at each other,” noted Szocs. “But this year, we learned to work together.”

Their co-operation paid off, clearly: the duo finished their year with victories in zones (hosted in Thompson at the end of April), and continued to provincial championships in Winkler on in early May, where they placed fifth.

Szocs and Krentz will both be pursuing bachelor of science degrees at the University of Manitoba next year, though neither are sure that they will continue to play badminton in their university years.

Szocs for one likely won’t have the time: at the end of her schooling, she hopes to be a surgeon. Krentz is less certain, but no less determined.

Paige Krentz (left) and Savannah Szocs (right).

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Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre POSITION AVAILABLE: DAYCARE COORDINATOR

CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 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 BUTTER CHICKEN Express is looking for cooks and kitchen helper. Knowledge of East Indian food and sweets will be an asset. Contact Kal at 204-677-2333.

Or Mob: 204-939-1432. 25-12-36-nb BOARDMAN/NORTHLAND Funeral Home is looking for a full time funeral director’s Assistant/Apprentice. Individual must be a self-motivated team player who possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to assist in creating meaningful services. Ability to multitask, detail orientated, organized and strong time management skills are considered an asset. Computer proficiency is required. Individual must hold a valid Driver’s Licence and be available to work evenings and weekends on an on-call rotation. Please submit resume and cover letter ATTN: Chris Boardman, to 28 Nelson Road in Thompson, or by email at boardmanfuneralhome@outlook.com 23-tfn-nb IN HOME NANNY required for one child in Thompson. We require daytime childcare on a full-time basis of 120 hours per month, occasional evenings and weekends may also be required. Wage: $11.50/hour. Duties include care of child in employer’s residence, light housekeeping and preparation of meals. Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: this is not a condition of employment. Please contact nikata_7@hotmail.com for more information or to submit resume. 24-6-d

302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

9 - 35 Ashberry Place

Job Specifications • Under the direction and supervision of the Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre Executive Director assumes responsibility for the development, organization and implementation of the Ma-Mow-We-Tak Mini Muks Daycare Centre program; Ensure a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for children in accordance with the Provincial Child Care Regulations and M.M.W.T.F.C. policies and procedures; Supervise staff members; Ensure that activities are age appropriate and consistent with meeting the physical, emotional, intellectual, educational, nutritional and social needs of the children in the Day Care Centre; Monitor and report cost of equipment, supplies and other expenses; Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential files; and Provide a safe, welcoming and secure environment for children (and families) to feel comfortable.

phone 204-677-5758 or fax 204-677-5803

The above duties are not designed to be an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. A detailed job description is available at 4 Nelson Road.

LICENSED FAMILY RESTAURANT and lounge, established in 1985. Restaurant seats 92, lounge seats 40. presently has 22 VLTs. Call 204-307-0119.

502 • APT/TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available immediately For applications

505 • HOUSES FOR SALE 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for sale in Westwood area. Call 204-679-2020. All appliances included, 1 1/2 detached garage. Nice, clean and well maintained, close to school.

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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

Qualifications ECE III with three to five years experience in a licensed daycare facility; Other combinations of education and experience may be considered; Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to direct and supervise personnel; Knowledge of leadership and management principles as they relate to non profit organizations; Knowledge of the Aboriginal culture, values and traditions; Must possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License; Experience with Microsoft Office; Experience in program development, implementation and evaluation Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary: Competitive wages dependent on qualifications and experience.

Please submit cover letter and resume to: Natasha Mintenko, Office Manager Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre Inc 4 Nelson Road, Thompson, MB R8N 0B4 Tel: 677-0963 Fax: 677-0970 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

512 • CABINS FOR SALE HUNTING CAMP for sale 6 ½ acres alongside Woody River, located 6 miles east of Birch River Manitoba. Moose, Elk, Deer, Black Bear at your back door.

Good fishing nearby and hundreds of miles of groomed skidoo trails. 20x20 hunting shack, with new shingles, siding, windows included. Asking $10,000 OBO. Contact 204-236-4837. 23-GCD-28-d ll 204-307-0119. 22-gcd-27-d

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11 BAFFIN Frid., July 1, 2-7 pm, Sat., July 2, 9 am - 1 pm Craft supplies, dishes, small appliances, clothes, tools, electronics.

Church Services

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 Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday Service at 11:00 am Sunday School 9:45 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 204-677-4495

The Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre is seeking an energetic, responsible and highly skilled individual for the position of Daycare Coordinator for the Ma-Mow-We-Tak Mini Muks Daycare Centre located at 23 Beaver Crescent, Thompson, Manitoba.

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 204-677-3000 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. - 204-677-3658 Worship services every Sunday at 11 am APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 Goldeye Crescent Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 7:00 pm Evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm prayer time.

Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003

Page 9 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LITTLE SASKATCHEWAN FIRST NATION C/O BDO CANADA LLP ABORIGINAL FINANCIAL SERVICES Seeking a qualified Chief Financial Officer to be located at the Little Saskatchewan First Nation in Manitoba. The successful candidate will enter a training program at BDO Canada LLP, Aboriginal Financial Services prior to being placed at the Little Saskatchewan First Nation.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications: • Completion of a minimum of two years post secondary diploma in accounting; • Experience in preparing budgets, financial statements, accounts payable; accounts receivable and financial reconciliations; • Experience in working with ACC Pac and/or equivalent accounting software programs; • Experience in supervision and/or leading a finance team; • Experience in working with Word; Excel; and other computer programs; • Experience in working with First Nations; • Ability to work in a training/team environment with a team of professionals; • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines; • Excellent inter-personal skills; • Excellent writing skills.

Salary will be commensurate on experience and abilities.

Please submit resumes with a covering letter to either Julie Wallace or Francois Tetrault at the following before end of day, Friday, July 22, 2016: Email: ftetrault@bdo.ca jwallace@bdo.ca Fax: (204) 926-7206 Mailing Address: BDO Canada LLP Aboriginal Financial Services 800 - 200 Graham Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4L5

DIABETES INTEGRATION PROJECT PROFESSIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY DIP NURSE (RN/LPN) – FULL TIME THOMPSON, MANITOBA – (ThompsonTeam)

Pesto Risotto

Apricot-Pistachio Salad

The perfect treat for dinner, this easy dish also makes a great comfort meal. The Parmesan cheese melts right into the risotto, mixing in with the pesto to add a hint of creaminess.

3 cups water 1 can (15-ounce) lower-sodium chicken broth (1 3/4 cups) 1 cup dry white wine 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 2 medium (about 2 ounces) shallots, finely chopped 2 cups arborio rice 1 pound tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons refrigerated pesto, for garnish Basil, for garnish 1. In 3-quart saucepan, cover and heat water, broth and wine to boiling on high.

2. Meanwhile, in 4-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine margarine, shallots and 1/8 teaspoon salt.

Microwave on high 2 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Stir in rice; microwave 30 seconds.

3. Carefully pour boiling liquid into bowl; stir to combine. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on 50 percent power 15 to 18 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

4. To risotto, add tomatoes, Parmesan, pesto, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; gently stir to combine. Divide among serving bowls. Garnish with basil. Makes 6 servings.

Tip: Instead of wine, stir in 1 cup chicken broth and 2 teaspoons lemon juice.

• Each serving: About 450 calories, 8g total fat (2g saturated), 8mg cholesterol, 765mg sodium, 80g total carbs, 4g dietary fiber, 11g protein.

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The mix of pistachio, apricot and snow peas give salad a new spin.

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 lemon 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar Salt Pepper 8 ounces stringless sugar snap peas 2 heads butter lettuce 1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves 1 tablespoon snipped chives 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill leaves 1/4 cup thinly sliced dried apricots (preferably California) 1 cup roasted, salted, shelled pistachios 1. Pour oil into jar with tight-fitting lid. From lemon, finely grate all peel and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice; add to jar, along with vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Cover; shake well. Let stand up to 2 hours or refrigerate up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

2. Fill large bowl with ice and water.

Heat 4-quart saucepan of water to boiling on high. Add snap peas; cook 2 minutes or just until bright green.

Drain and immediately transfer to ice water. When cool, drain again.

Peas can be covered and refrigerated overnight.

3. On serving platter, with hands, gently toss lettuce, herbs, apricots, pistachios and snap peas. Shake dressing and drizzle over salad or serve alongside. Serves 12.

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Under the auspices of the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba, the Mobile Diabetes Health Care Service Delivery Team nurse (Thompson Team) will work collectively with the Diabetes Integration Project staff to implement diabetes care and treatment services in six (6) First Nation Communities in the Thompson Region.

Job Summary: The Diabetes Health Care Team Nurse will provide mobile diabetes care and treatment services to diabetes clients within First Nation communities including the following: • Diabetes Complication and Risk Factor Assessment • Medication Review/Foot Inspection/Footwear Inspection • Assess Emotional Wellness, Nutrition and Physical Activity Screening • Diabetes Education Counselling Services • Capacity Building – Community Health Staff and Clients • Referral Services/Data Entry Work Environment The work involves extensive travel to the First Nation communities in the Keewatin Tribal Council/North Region.

The incumbent must be flexible and be able to travel upon request.

Qualifications/Education/Experience: • Completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse with relevant experience from a recognized educational institution and current registration from their respective College regulatory body.

• Knowledge of 2013 Canadian Diabetes Association Clinical Practice Guidelines • Familiarity with and ability to apply care algorithms • Proficiency in computer software programs • Must be professional and must maintain confidentiality at all times • Must possess excellent verbal/written communication skills • Must have valid Manitoba Drivers License • Knowledge of First Nation customs, values and traditions Salary: based on credentials/experience Please submit a resume with three references and a cover letter to the attention of: Attention: Thompson Team Nurse First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba Suite 1700 – Kensington Building – 275 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3 Fax: (204) 946-9769 Email: jhuson@fnhssm.com Application Deadline: July 12, 2016 4:30 PM

Solution will be published in the Nickel Belt News July 1, 2016

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

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Careers

Joining Thompson Aboriginal Accord the right thing to do Giant Tiger West - General Application JOB LOCATION: Thompson, Manitoba CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Are you looking for professional growth in a career that puts your skills and talents to work? If you answered yes, then you’ve come to the right place.

Giant Tiger is recruiting passionate individuals who want to make a difference in their career and community.

ALL POSITIONS: Full time Supervisors, Full time & Part time sales associates and cashiers, Full time receiver, Full time supervisor - frontend checkout.

Interested applicants can submit their resumes via e-mail or in person at the Giant Tiger store located at: 436 Thompson Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0C6; Attention Store Manager OR Email: store401@gianttiger.com Only those applicants we wish to pursue will be contacted and all other resumes are kept on file. When you find an opportunity that fits your interest, please specify which position you are applying to.

A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. This offer is complimented by an equal opportunity work environment.

MLA Report kelly.bindle@leg.gov.mb.ca

Kelly Bindle It’s important for all Manitobans to share in the rich culture of the province’s Aboriginal peoples, to recognize the role of Indigenous peoples in our history and to strengthen relationships with them.

That’s why our new government officially partnered with the Thompson Aboriginal Accord last week, and appropriately on National Aboriginal Day. This ground-breaking agreement, established on June 21, 2009 with

the involvement of the Thompson Urban Aboriginal Strategy, is founded on the City of Thompson’s acknowledgment of Aboriginal peoples, history and traditions in the way they have enhanced and shaped this community and its surrounding area. First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples have, through the accord, received the recognition and respect they deserve in defining Thompson and this northern region.

I was honoured to attend

Aboriginal Day celebrations at MacLean Park and announce the partnership in the accord on June 21 here in Thompson, officially adding our new Manitoba government as a partner to the impressive and growing list of organizations that have affirmed their commitments to strengthening ties with Aboriginal governments and peoples.

Our government’s Yes! North initiative has put a priority on sustainable natural resource development and tourism, to create quality jobs and a stronger economy in Northern Manitoba.

Becoming a partner in the Thompson Aboriginal Accord is not only a key step in our government’s commitment to improving economic opportunities

for Indigenous peoples throughout the region as part of Yes! North, but it’s the right thing to do.

We’re also speaking with Indigenous leaders to build a framework for meaningful CrownAboriginal consultations, and have adopted the Path to Reconciliation Act as a formal way to advance reconciliation.

We can come together in the spirit of reconciliation by honouring and celebrating the culture and contributions of Aboriginal peoples in northern Manitoba. Our Manitoba government is working in partnership with Indigenous peoples and communities to build respectful relationships that will ensure a bright, inclusive future for us all.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Assante Wealth Management is one of the largest, professional wealth management firms in Canada. A leader in creating wealth and prosperity, Assante provides clients with an integrated and comprehensive approach to wealth planning that incorporates all aspects of their financial lives.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Permanent Position Closing Date: July 4, 2016 Requirements: • Demonstrate exceptional active listening, verbal and communication skills • Attention to detail • Basic computer skills • A minimum of 2 years experience in an administrative role • Experience working within the financial industry will be considered an asset

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA REGIONAL CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES WORKERSHAMATTAWA UNIT LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE, THOMPSON, MB Marymound is presently seeking: Youth Care Practitioner Permanent Full-time 80 hours bi-weekly Marymound North Receiving Home Competition # YCP16-68 (Shift Work) Youth Care Practitioners are part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for supervision and safety of youth through daily interaction and care. Participate in planning, assessing, and implementation of treatment strategies. Experience working with youth; ability to relate positively & therapeutically to youth; and must have excellent physical & emotional health. Education and experience considered.

Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency first aid, valid driver’s license and abstract. Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and beliefs will be considered an asset.

For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound.com

Mail or email cover letter, resume, and references to: Assante Capital Management Ltd. #2-40 Moak Crescent Thompson, MB R8N 2B7 murbanowski@assante.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sandvik Mining is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a leading global supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining industry.

Sandvik Mining Canada is seeking a Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Location: Thompson, MB The Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic is responsible for servicing, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electrical and mechanical mining equipment to original manufacture specifications, including the commissioning of new equipment.

Your Profile: • Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment License • 5 years related experience with mining equipment • Excellent proficiency in reading hydraulic and electrical schematics • Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical/mechanical issues • Valid driver’s license required and must be willing to travel • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada Sandvik offers a comprehensive compensation package including a retirement savings plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits, ongoing development and training.

Please visit www.sandvik.com/careers for complete details.

HOW TO APPLY Qualified candidates can apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to job opening #345538. We thank all applicants. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to: Competition No. YCP16-68 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By 4:00 pm, July 7, 2016 - anything submitted after the deadline will not be considered e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www.marymound.com Marymound is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are encouraged to self-declare.

Norwest Manufacturing Job Posting for Office Manager Norwest Manufacturing is looking for an experienced, careerminded office manager. We require a positive, team-oriented manager to set and meet goals and to ensure that every member of the team is delivering in accordance with our standards and goals.

The Office Manager is responsible for the performance of a variety of duties in support of the administrative and accounting services required for the branch office. Specific duties include production accounting, payroll; employee documentation and maintenance; managing the sales and accounting cycle; customer liaisons as well as supporting the Plant manager, supervisors and the Corporate Office.

This position requires extremely good judgement and decision-making. A high-degree of discretion, flexibility and excellent customer service skills are required for this role in a small, yet dynamic wood-manufacturing office environment.

Interested individuals should be positive and self-directed, possess at least four years of experience working in an office environment with at least 1.5 years of experience processing payroll. Other requirements are good Microsoft office skills and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Applicants may forward their resume outlining their qualifications and experience to nwmjobs@norwestmfg.com or FAX 1 (204) 694-7232

Position:

Regional Child & Family Services Worker Two (2) Full-Time Permanent Positions

Reporting to a Unit Supervisor the Regional Child & Family Services Worker is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of the Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties would include managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education/ networking with collateral resources/services.

The Regional Child & Family Services Worker will be working with the Shamattawa Unit out of the Thompson Central Office and will be required to travel to the community at the request of the supervisor.

Qualifications: • BSW Degree with experience in child welfare • Combination of experience in a related field along with the completion of 2 years in the BSW program may be considered • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must be able to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Open Until Filled A cover letter indicating the position applying for, an updated resume and three references can be sent to: Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees.

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

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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.

The Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre is seeking an interested individual for the position of

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, FACULTY OF EDUCATION AND RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

The Assistant Director shall assist in the administration of operations on a day to day basis. He/She must possess a proďŹ ciency of skills and the ability to assume responsibility and accountability of operations without direct supervision. The successful candidate must possess knowledge in the areas of community/individual needs, staff supervision, evaluation procedures and proposal writing. In addition, he/she be able to make decisions within assigned authority and exercise conďŹ dentiality in all matters.

Classification: Administrative Assistant 3 Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 16-067 Closing Date: July 6, 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.

Job speciďŹ cations: Under the supervision of the Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre Executive Director, the Assistant Director will assist the Executive Director with the administration of operations; Assist in the preparation of proposals on behalf of the Friendship Centre as directed; Supervise and evaluate programs for quality in delivery of programs as directed; Develop ďŹ scal budgets for programs to ensure adequate funds available for implementation of designated programs; Ensure all reporting is forwarded to appropriate funding sources; Assist in preparation of ďŹ scal budgets/cashows as directed; Prepare reports to funding sources as required; Assist the Executive Director in completing assignments/directives as instructed; Participate in community committees as directed.

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.

OFFICE ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR

Classification: Instructor Full-Time Term Position: August 22, 2016 to June 16, 2017 Cross Lake, Manitoba Competition No. 16-066 Closing Date: July 11, 2016; will remain open until 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.

Thompson (866) 677.6450 Thompson (866) 677.6450

QualiďŹ cations: Post-secondary graduate with three years related experience preferred OR Grade XII graduate with a minimum of 5 years’ experience; Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with extensive experience in proposal writing; Possess good managerial and administrative skills; Possess interpersonal skills with the ability to direct and supervise personnel; Possess an understanding of ďŹ nancial management; Ability to develop and organize program activities to related target groups; Computer experience with various software programs; Knowledge of the Aboriginal Culture and the ability to speak an Aboriginal language considered an asset; Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver’s license.

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.

ABORIGINAL AND NORTHERN COUNSELLING SKILLS INSTRUCTORS

Classification: Instructor Part-Time Term Position: August 22, 2016 to March 18, 2018 Swan River, Manitoba Competition No. 16-068 Closing Date: July 11, 2016

Salary: Dependent upon qualiďŹ cations and experience.

Resumes may be submitted to:

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.

Natasha Mintenko, OfďŹ ce Manager Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0R6 Tel: 677-0963 Fax: 677-0970

WORK WITH US & GROW A CAREER Glacier Media Group is growing.

Check our job board regularly for the latest openings:

Thompson (866) 677.6450

www.glaciermedia.ca/careers

Estimator – Rural As an Estimator at the Thompson Service Centre or its sub-ofďŹ ces, you will be responsible for estimating all types of vehicles on road assignments under the general direction of the Service Centre Manager and/or Estimating Supervisor.

Flight Service Specialist Join a team that keeps aircraft moving safely and FGÙDJFOUMZ JO $BOBEJBO BJSTQBDF /"7 $"/"%"mT careers are among the most exciting the aviation JOEVTUSZ IBT UP PGGFS We are currently seeking applicants interested in becoming a Flight Service Specialist JO 5IPNQTPO No aviation experience required - paid training provided.

Basic training will take place beginning September 26th in Winnipeg for approximately four months, after which students will return to Thompson to complete PO UIF KPC USBJOJOH The deadline for applications is July 17th *OUFSWJFXT will be held the week of July 25th "QQMZ POMJOF UPEBZ BU OBWDBOBEB DB DBSFFST

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Responsibilities: • Inspect all vehicles on the road at ofďŹ ce/centre and conďŹ rm damage in accordance with Manitoba Public Insurance guidelines and industry standards. • Prepare estimates using an automated estimating system. • Determine whether vehicles can be repaired or should be written off. • Review supplements as requested by repair ďŹ rms and authorize additional repairs if required. • Provide information and settle disputes involving claimants, shops and claims staff. • Perform some adjusting duties as required. • Organize and attend to road duties to ensure a high level of service is provided to customers and repair shops. • Perform daily administrative duties such as logging information, account payments and completing documentation for the claim ďŹ le. • Road duties vary depending on location and territory.

Education: • High school graduation • Journeyman status in autobody repair • Completion of current I-Car programs Experience: • Five years bench experience in autobody repair.

Special skills: • Good oral and written communication skills. • ProďŹ cient in applicable software. • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. • Strong organizational, decision making and conict resolution skills. • Valid Driver’s licence to attend appointments in our Sub-OfďŹ ces. • Overnight travel required.

Interested?

For a full description and to apply visit http://www.mpi.mb.ca/en/Careers/ Pages/careers.aspx before July 20, 2016. Here at Manitoba Public Insurance we believe diversity strengthens us. As a workplace that reects our communities, we encourage all those qualiďŹ ed to apply. Thank you to all applicants. We will contact those we’re considering for an interview.

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RESOURCE GUIDE W. RICHARD WHIDDEN, Q.C. Barrister and Solicitor

Providing legal services in the North for more than 50 years.

D.R. Knight Law OfÂżce Direct: (204) 948-0406 202-900 Harrow St. E. Bus: (204) 948-0400 Winnipeg, Manitoba Fax: (204) 948-0401 R3M 3Y7 Richard.Whidden@knightlaw.ca

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Brian & Sherrie Kreuger 2 Locations to assist you with all of your Insurance needs.

City Centre Mall - The Insurance Service Ltd.

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Insurance Store Ph: 677-9991 • Fax: 778-5145

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• All Plumbing repairs and Installations 677-3162 • Sewer Cleaning • Repair and On Call 24/7 Maintenance Residential & Commercial Thompson www.paulsplumbing.ca • Straightforward pricing 100% Customer Satisfaction

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10 Pin & 5 Pin Bowling • Glow Bowling Sports Bar • Strikers Lounge Homemade Pizza • VLTs • Video Games Computerized Scoring • Birthday Parties Twoonie Tuesdays • Closed Sundays + Holidays 2nd Floor North Centre Mall - 677-4415 Nick Di Virgilio, Proprietor

Including wolf, polar bear and wildlife related souvenirs.

FIND US... N55 43’38.61 W97 52’18.45. Or ďŹ rst left as you enter, or last right as you leave ompson - 216 Hayes Rd. Pete & Ray are just two old farts with big hearts who will gladly look after you.

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