March 11 2015

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Canadian Icon Ron MacLean broadcasts live from Thompson SPECIAL GUEST PAYS A VISITNEWS - PAGE 3

THOMPSON BORN NHLer RETURNS TO HIS BIRTHPLACENEWS - PAGE 2 Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby Ron MacLean visits the C.A Nesbitt Arena during Hometown Hockey to film with Thompson hockey players on March 8.

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

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Ron MacLean, co-host of Coach’s Corner and host of Hometown Hockey, has visited many places around the world, but never Thompson, until now.

MacLean stopped in Thompson on March 8 to broadcast live from outside the Thompson Regional Community Centre during the pre-game show between the Calgary Flames and the Ottawa Senators. MacLean spoke to the Thompson Citizen before his arrival, saying he was excited to see what Thompson has to offer. “I don’t know Paint Lake and I don’t know a lot about Thompson, but I’ve heard great things about the Burntwood River. The lifestyle would be very much up my alley. You can really truly enjoy winter.”

The Canadian icon started in the media industry when

he was in high school, working at his local radio station.

“I just kind of saw the vibe in the station. There was an AM operation, FM radio and a television. I was so enthused by what I saw. I loved the idea of an AM disc jockey putting on a record, saying to the listener it’s going to be 30 degrees and sunshine, and here’s a great song.”

The work started off as an operator then MacLean was offered a shift as a weekend DJ in charge of the evening show. “It just snowballed from there.”

Hometown Hockey will visit 25 different communities during this year’s NHL season, with three stops in Manitoba. Although MacLean is excited to see the north, he thought they would have chosen Flin Flon over Thompson. “We had Selkirk early on, and Brandon, and I assume to represent the north we have

chosen one. To me, it’s surprising they would choose Thompson over Flin Flon, because of the Bobby Clark legend. For whatever reason they obviously recognized a great program in the midget AAA Northstars, and the work Doug Korman has done there.”

When MacLean was 11 years old, his father bought him a Hockey Night in Canada double LP that featured the history of the show, which would end up being what he is best known for today. “I would absolutely design every Saturday around the show, and it was very important that I sat down and watched the commentators open the telecast.” MacLean says if he could go back and speak with that 11-year-old self about what his life would be one day, he would say “your life is about to get crazy,” but the sportscaster says it

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During this travelling tour MacLean says he’s experienced a lot of exciting things so far like 140 kilometre an hour winds in Newfoundland, eating a seal meat burger in St. John’s, and being in Nova Scotia during one of their many winter storms.

The moment that has stuck in MacLean’s head when it comes to hockey this season is Carey Price. “He’s a guy that I really cheer for, just such a phenomenal story.

His father was a goaltender drafted by the NHL Philadelphia Flyers, his mom was a chief of Ulkatcho First Nation in British Columbia.

They’ve taught him so many things about leadership that is beautiful to watch. His manners, his support of the

opponents, I just love Carey Price.”

MacLean hopes Hometown Hockey will continue on next year. His hope during his four-year contract is to see 100 different hockey communities in the country.

This way it shows children watching what is out there besides their hometowns.

“When I was a boy I liked those kind of shows where you can chart the course, and live along with the 25 tour stops, learn a little bit about each community. I know how excited I am to get to Thompson and to get Prince George, British Columbia, another city I’ve never visited. I just love the learning component of it and I think that’s what makes it.”

Although Saturday night is already taken, a new family tradition will start, MacLean says, on Sunday watching Rogers Hometown Hockey.

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OBITUARY MARIE VICENTE

Thompson-born NHL player returns thanks to Rogers Hometown Hockey

With her family by her bedside, it is with great sorrow and extreme sadness we announce the passing of Marie Vicente of Thompson, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother at the young age of 61 on Friday, February 27, 2015.

Marie was born in St. Rose, Manitoba on February 3, 1954 to Otto and Eleanor (or best known as Laura) Kraska as one of eight children.

With her uncanny wit and sense of humor, Marie especially loved being with family and friends. Her many talents and hobbies included cooking, countless crafts and enjoyed being the computer genius of the family.

Marie is survived by her husband- Frank; children- Vince (Sabrina), Chad (Bobbi) of Thompson and grandchildren- Claudia, Emily and Carson. Marie is also survived by six siblings- Lorraine, Paul (Carol), Anne, Carl (Bella), Armella (Art) and Albert (Hilda) and numerous nieces and nephews, to many to mention. She was predeceased by her parents and sister Charlotte.

Marie will be dearly missed but not forgotten by many of her family and friends.

Arrangements for services will be made at a later date.

Marie’s wishes were that in lieu of Àowers, any friends or family who wish to make a donation in her memory be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Friends may leave condolences in a book of memories for Marie available at www.boardmanfh.com

Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby Curtis Leschyshyn poses for a picture with a tiny Thompsonite during his Mar. 7 meet and greet.

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Curtis Leschyshyn was one of the special guests during Rogers Hometown Hockey in Thompson.

Leschyshyn was drafted by the Quebec Nordiques in the first round during the 1988 NHL entry draft.

He went on to play with the Colorado Avalanche, winning the Stanley Cup in 1996.

“It was in 1996 but it feels it was yesterday.

Those are memories that will be etched in my mind forever. I will never forget being on the ice and hoisting the Stanley Cup up and skating around with it with my teammates. Having family and friends celebrate with you, it’s something you can’t even begin to imagine how it’s going to affect your life, and I can’t even describe it. It’s like the weight of the world just left my shoulders.”

Born in Thompson, Leschyshyn moved away when he was nearly two years old, but was excited to come back to the north for the event. “I was excited when the plane was coming in last night [March 6] and I got to see the northern lights from the plane, which was a cool experience. The people here have been first class so far, so it’s been a real good experience to come back. Thompson is a great example of what you can do when your community comes together and hosts a great event.”

Leschyshyn finished off his hockey career playing four seasons with the Ottawa Senators from 20002004. Thinking back to the four-year-old he used to be when he picked up a stick for the first time, the hockey star says dreams like the NHL can become a reality for anyone who works hard. “Chase your dreams. If you want to do something by all means try.

Give whatever effort and time you have and give it 100 per cent, and you never

know where that will take you. It’s a lot of hard work and dedication and commitment, but I was able to accomplish the goal that was once just a dream.”

On Mar. 8, Leschyshyn took the main stage with Theo Fleury and Jennifer Botterill for a panel discussion, and came back during the live broadcast to speak with Ron MacLean about the experience here in Thompson.

When asked about the future of hockey Leschyshyn says we need to keep doing what we’re doing.

“You look and Scotiabank has done a tremendous job being a part of minor hockey throughout Canada and coming to Thompson shows why we need to continue to grow and develop grassroots hockey from big cities to small towns” All in all, the past Thompsonsite couldn’t

believe the turnout. “I thought the support from the community has been excellent. They’ve come out with numbers I didn’t think could happen.” On Mar. 7 alone over 5,000 people visited the Thompson Regional Community Centre for Hometown Hockey and Winterfest, one of the biggest turnouts so far during this year’s NHL season, said a Rogers spokesperson.

Saturday night’s alight

Thompson Citizen photos by Ian Graham Spectators watch the Winterfest fireworks display behind the Thompson Regional Community Centre March 8.

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Munn Cup champs get special Stanley Cup surprise

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Thompson’s Munn cup champion atom AA King Miners got the chance to spend some time with an even more difficult to capture trophy when they were surprised by a visit from the Stanley Cup before their practice March 4.

The trip to Thompson was arranged by Scotiabank, one of the sponsors of Rogers Hometown Hockey, which stopped in Thompson last weekend as part of a 25-city tour through Canada.

The players had been told they were going to have their team photos redone and came into the dressing room in their black King Miner uniforms only to find something they never expected.

“It’s pretty cool that I get to meet it in person,” said Ethan Williment.

Brady Krentz had seen the Cup before when he was at a hockey school but never expected to find it in his hometown arena.

“I was pretty surprised that the Cup was there,” he said. “I just ran to see it. I didn’t really expect it to be there.”

When they thought they were coming in for photos everybody was eager to get it over and done with, Krentz said, but that soon changed.

“We saw the Cup in there and everybody wants to stay because no one really wants to leave now that the Cup’s here.”

Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham Eyes on the prize: The atom AA Thompson King Miners were told they were getting photos taken before their March 4 practice, but they didn’t know they’d be posing with the Stanley Cup as their guest of honour thanks to a surprise visit arranged by Scotiabank, a Rogers Hometown Hockey tour sponsor.

Carter Bassett, who’d never seen the Stanley Cup in person before, said it was bigger than he expected.

“I’ve heard how big it was,” said Bassett. “I heard it was like 36 pounds.”

Cyrus Parsai, manager of Scotiabank’s Thompson branch, said the visit from the Cup was a thank you to the team, one of many that the bank sponsors across the country, for being excellent ambassadors for Thompson and Scotiabank.

“Hockey matters to Scotiabank because it matters to Canadians,” Parsai said.

“Since 2007, we’ve proudly sponsored kids’ community hockey including your team, the Thompson Atom AA King Miners, through our community hockey sponsorship program. Congratulations for your success in winning the Munn Cup. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you all and we’re thrilled to be a part of it.”

Scotiabank is also donating $15,000 to minor hockey programs in each of the cities that Rogers Hometown Hockey visits during the NHL season.

The Stanley Cup was accompanied to Thompson by Mike Bolt, one of the keepers of the Cup, which spends almost all of its time with him and two other keepers.

“There’s always a handler with it 24-7,” said Bolt. “The only time it’s really out of our hands is when we check

in at the airline and the airlines take responsibility for it and make sure it gets on the plane and gets to the next destination.”

In his 16 years as a keeper, Bolt says he’s accompanied the Cup to innumerable destinations.

“We’re all over the world,” Bolt says. “In the summer we’re with the winning team and a lot of hockey players come from small towns, whether it’s in Canada, U.S. or Europe. Scotiabank again,

when we’re doing our tour, we do about 14 stops across Canada. A lot of them are in small towns across Canada.

We do minor hockey tournaments, charity events, a variety of different things so I literally have been everywhere. And so has Lord Stanley. Lord Stanley’s been more places than I have. It’s a responsibility, a privilege and an honour, all kind of rolled into one.”

What never changes is the reaction the trophy gets.

“Everywhere we go, it doesn’t matter where we are in the world,” said Bolt.

“We don’t get up to Thompson, Manitoba very often but we just come up here for these kids, part of the Scotiabank group, and have a nice little surprise for them.

Not everybody obviously in Thompson’s going to get to see it. This is really just special for this hockey team here. Anytime you can do something like this and surprise a group of kids, it’s an amazing experience and they’ve got their championship trophy here, which is pretty amazing. That’s got a lot of history, it’s 45 years old, I was told.”

Only one thing is probably better than being the keeper, said Bolt.

“It wasn’t something I dreamed of growing up,” he admits. “Like any kid growing up in Canada, I dreamed of winning the Cup, not looking after it, but this is probably the second best.”

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The City of Thompson will be receiving sealed Proposals until 11:00 am, local time Friday, March 20, 2015 to the Attention of the Purchasing Agent, at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB for the following services.

The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for consideration for the part-time position of Facility Attendant for the Thompson Regional Community Centre (TRCC):

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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.

The lowest or any Proposal 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 worked being bid whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Proposal. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award the Proposal which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

The City shall have the right to disqualify the bidder from the Proposal process if they have failed to complete their obligations under any prior contract with the City of Thompson or has entered into a legal dispute.

Proposal documents may be obtained at the office of the Purchasing Agent, Phone (204) 677-7974 or email jkopp@thompson.ca

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This position is responsible for receiving visitors, giving out authorized information, patrolling the change rooms, public areas and entrances, providing assistance to customers and general public by answering questions and providing directions within the facilities and equipment, and performing light cleaning duties. The Facility Attendant will be greeting user groups, ensuring meeting room set-up for meetings and events, relaying messages and recording complaints, handling dressing room keys and assignments.

The right candidate will be enthusiastic and promote a positive image of the TRCC, its facilities and programs. Additional qualifications include: excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, ability to work independently with little supervision, and a general knowledge of the TRCC facility operations and equipment.

The rate of pay for this part-time position is $12.85 per hour.

Resumes outlining education, experience, qualifications and references will be accepted up to and including Friday, March 13, 2015. Those interested may apply in confidence to: Deanna Kondakor HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB R8N 1S6 Fax: 204-677-7981 Email: dkondakor@thompson.ca We thank all interested applicants; however, only those considered for interviews will be contacted.

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.

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Don’t count on quick aid on northern highways To the Editor: Residents of Northern Manitoba, do not rely on CAA Manitoba to come to your aid. Pack your winter gear, have your survival equipment with you, and be prepared to solicit help from other motorists! Recently, on Feb. 17, I was stranded alone just seven to10 minutes north of The Pas, Manitoba, on a bitterly cold winter afternoon en route to Thompson. I had a flat tire and called CAA. After an hour’s wait on the side of the road and another call in to CAA I was told that the tow truck from The Pas was too busy to get to me and that help was at least another two hours away. Seriously? Luckily for me, two Good Samaritan gentlemen stopped to change my tire and thanks to my good friends at Twin Motors, I was good to travel again. Thanks to Ralph and the unnamed man who aided in changing my tire in the bitter cold and on a very busy stretch of road. I am very grateful; God bless your kindness. I ended up safe but no thanks to my CAA membership.

Carolyn Halcrow Thompson

Editorial

No new premier for Manitoba - yet

Highlight our strengths, not our weaknesses

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To the Editor: I find it disheartening that in the Feb. 24 issue of the Thompson Citizen an article that slammed the social issues in Thompson received more page space than an article outlining the success of the social programs that people have worked so hard to develop. It was suggested that social issues such as public intoxication, vandalism and defecation are the main reasons why people are deterred from living in, or moving to Thompson. These visible social issues are most definitely discouraging but the invisible barriers are just as important. I would argue that racism, negativity and lack of affordable housing are more important issues for consideration. If Thompson wants to see growth as a community, we need to start focusing on what we are doing right, and highlight our strengths, not our weaknesses.

Laura Almas Thompson

fter nearly three months of campaigning by three candidates for leader – one of them Thompson MLA Steve Ashton – Manitoba’s NDP party emerged from its annual convention in Winnipeg March 7-8 with incumbent leader Premier Greg Selinger retaining his title, if only by a very slim margin.

Northern Manitobans hoping for a premier to call their own were disappointed for the second time – Ashton also finished behind Selinger in the 2009 leadership contest to replace Gary Doer – though the party did elect a president from the north – former Assembly of First Nations national chief Ovide Mercredi from Misipawistik Cree Nation at

Grand Rapids.

That Ashton didn’t succeed in his bid to become NDP leader – he finished third on the first ballot with 502 votes compared to 575 for Theresa Oswald and 612 for Selinger – should not come as too much of a surprise, despite his running a strong campaign and picking up union endorsements from the United Fire Fighters of Winnipeg and and the Steelworkers. Ashton is an outsider, not only because he comes from outside Winnipeg, but also by virtue of the fact that, while in cabinet, he hasn’t held the high-profile portfolios.

Ashton was fighting an uphill battle, needing to beat not only the current premier, who some party

members felt got a raw deal from members of his cabinet – including Oswald, but not Ashton – who revolted and publicly questioned his leadership, but also one of those revolutionaries, who presumably did not give up her cabinet post without some information to lead her to believe that she or one of her colleagues could beat Selinger in a leadership showdown.

It may have been possible for Ashton to come up the middle and claim victory, but he was never looking at anything like even odds.

After being knocked out of the contest, Ashton declined to endorse either of the two remaining candidates. Selinger took 759 of 1,490 votes on the second ballot, beating Oswald by

33 votes. A few hundred Ashton supporters evidently decided not to stick around, as there were 1,699 ballots cast in the first round.

Disappointing as the result may have been, it could be a blessing in disguise for the unsuccessful challengers. Given that the NDP has been in power for 16 years, there’s a chance they may find themselves on the other side of the house after the next provincial election, or perhaps with a reduced number of seats. If that happens, Selinger’s victory may prove to be pyrhhic and the party may be seeking a new leader again.

Ashton may decide then that that the third time’s a charm. And maybe he could turn out to be right.

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She shoots, she scores

THANK YOU FOR HELPING TO BRING MORE SURVIVORS

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Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby Two Thompsonites, head to toe in Hometown Hockey swag, cheer when their game is finally won.

Thank you to all of the 2015 Heart Month Campaign volunteers and donors.

With your support, we can continue to fund the best medical minds in the world that drive discoveries for a better tomorrow.

Developer forum unites students and businesses together

Together, we create more survivors.

Thank you to our Heart Rally event sponsor:

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Communities Economic Development Fund (CEDF) hosted a developers’ forum at the University College of the North (UCN) on Feb. 25. During the day-long forum different presenters spoke about their businesses in regards to starting up a business and how they can help entrepreneurs. For the first half of the forum presentations were made to UCN students and in the afternoon there were stakeholder presentations.

Oswald Sawh, with CEDF, says they planned this event to get everyone together in one place. “Our main challenge is we find that there’s a lot of developers, and for a lot of them their headquarters are in Winnipeg, and due to resources they don’t come up north often.

I know this day and age people have the Internet and can access information from wherever, but there are also a lot of people that would like to hear face-to-face from an organization, and be able to ask them questions.”

Monica James is the manger of aboriginal banking with the Business Development Bank of Canada, and she was one presenter. 60 per cent of her clientele are from rural settings. James was happy to travel north to show students what they offer. “When you’re speaking to students in the type of audience we had today, being able to make it meaningful to them is what is most important.

Finding that one thing they can come away with, and I believe I provided some information for them when it comes to financing, when it comes to dealing with your banker, and when it comes to business development.”

James suggests if anyone is going to start his or her own business to have a clear vision on what you want to

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Leann Brown, with Community Futures North Central Development, also spoke. “I thought it went well. Everyone seemed to be engaged and were taking notes. It was good to have the students learning some information on different lenders and resources out there when it comes to business.”

Brown says Community Futures wanted to attend the event because it’s always a bonus to speak to business students.

During the afternoon workshop, Brown says it was more about partnership instead of teaching what is out there for people starting a business. “We’re going to be looking at how we can partner together and what each of us are doing, services we’re providing. A lot of the banks that were there aren’t as hands-on and involved with the clients as our lending agencies are, so looking at it that way, and then promoting our businesses as well.”

Along with sharing their

knowledge with students and stakeholders, James says it’s a way to network with other organizations as well. “When we come to events like this, I see these other service providers in the south, we do a lot of business together, there are familiar faces from the other organizations. It’s important not just for the audience but for the presenters as well, it’s another area to do some networking. It’s nice to come up to the north. There’s a big economy here being built.”

Brown agrees. “We have a good relationship with many of the organizations here, and that is through everyone is in this business for a reason, we want to see businesses thriving and successful people.”

Louis Riel Capital Corporation, Metis Economic Development Fund, Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce, Community Futures Manitoba, Manitoba Children and Youth Opportunities, Entrepreneurship Manitoba, and MAFRD, Futurpreneur Canada, Women’s Enterprise Centre all presented as well.

DEADLINE NOTICE With Easter coming up, please note the following changes in our printing schedule:

On Wednesday, April 1 there will be a combined issue of the Thompson Citizen & Nickel Belt News.

The deadline for ads in that issue is 3 pm Friday, March 27.

There will be no Nickel Belt News produced on March 3.

The next issue of the Thompson Citizen will be published on Wednesday, April 8.

The deadline for ads in that issue is 3 pm Wednesday, April 1.

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UCN holding educational forum

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

If you are a PERMANENT RESIDENT or a REFUGEE and need help settling in Thompson or in Northern Manitoba, Contact Thompson Newcomer Settlement Services.

We can help you settle and connect with your community Coordinator

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The Manitoba Education Research Network (MERN) will be holding a forum at the Thompson University College of the North (UCN) on Mar. 13. David Williamson, dean of the faculty of education for UCN, says this forum is happening because of a new initiative called MERN North.

“In 2014, MERN North was initiated at the UCN campus in The Pas. As members of MERN, Dr. Sherry Peden, academic vice-president of UCN, and I proposed an annual event in the north, which MERN was thrilled to support.”

MERN is a collaborative project between Manitoba’s faculties of education and the provincial Department of Education. The goal of the project is to share and create research of educational activities with the province.

Williamson says all major educational partners

in Northern Manitoba will attend the forum. “Including school divisions, all the universities and many local cultural organizations as well as attendees from the south. The benefit is that representatives from these organizations will come together to share ideas and initiatives of programming in the north and have opportunities to connect with other professionals and partners. It will also be attended by Dr. Gerald Farthing, deputy minister of education, who will report on such initiatives to government and funding agencies.”

Attendees will hear from presenters from across the province with the emphasis on education, social and cultural initiatives with northern ties. “Research presentations will include a range of topics covering the spectrum of education from early childhood to post-secondary and uni-

versity graduate studies, conventional Eurowestern approaches and aboriginal perspectives in education, as well as professional and traditional practices in education,” Williamson explained.

Examples include the collaborative research projects involving elders and elementary students in land-based lessons in classes like science, social studies and language arts.

There will be a presentation on two northern parental support programs in early childhood education, aboriginal, Métis and indigenous language and cultural initiatives in the north, and alternative science programs.

For anyone interested in the forum and the presentations that will take place there is a registration process, but the event is free. Potential participants can register online through www. mern.ca.

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Second Notice of Tax Sale Auction

Second Notice of Tax Sale Auction

Pursuant to subsection 367(2) of The Municipal Act (MA), notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs shown below in respect of the hereinafter described property are paid in full or an agreement under Section 369(1)(b) MA to pay the arrears and costs has been made prior to the commencement of the auction, the said property will be sold by public auction at following date, time and place:

Pursuant to subsection 367(2) of The Municipal Act (MA), notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs shown below in respect of the hereinafter described property are paid in full or an agreement under Section 369(1)(b) MA to pay the arrears and costs has been made prior to the commencement of the auction, the said property will be sold by public auction at following date, time and place:

City of Thompson

City of Thompson

Date and Time: Where:

Registered Owner: Wayne Arthur Gamble Roll # Legal Description

371500

Date and Time: Where:

April 22, 2015 at 9:00 AM City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB 2012 Arrears

AT THOMPSON AND BEING LOT 21 BLOCK 6 PLAN 33681 PLTO IN 78-3 WPM EXC ALL MINES MINERALS $353.26 AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT

Costs

$2,541.76

Total

$2,895.02

• The tax arrears amount shown above includes penalties calculated to the day of the sale.

• Costs will continue to be incurred to the tax sale date and added to the amount required to redeem.

• The property may be sold at the auction for less than the amount of the tax arrears and if this is the case, the balance of the arrears and costs owing is deemed to be cancelled.

• Contact the number below for veri¿cation of costs. Any overpayment will be applied to payment of subsequent tax arrears. Payment must be made by cash, certi¿ed cheque, debit card (where available) or any other form of guaranteed payment.

• For any inquiries regarding the tax sale process or auction, contact TAXervice at 204-734-6381.

• IF THE PROPERTY IS SOLD, THE SALE IS FINAL AND ANY INTEREST YOU HAD IN THE PROPERTY BEFORE THE SALE WILL BE EXTINGUISHED. • There will not be an opportunity to redeem this property from tax sale and a property transfer application will proceed immediately after the auction.

Dated this 3rd day of March, 2015

Jenny Krentz Chief Financial Of¿cer (204) 677-7910

This Notice is published for the purpose of effecting substitutional service thereof upon the estate of WAYNE ARTHUR GAMBLE, as set out in the Notice pursuant to Order of the District Registrar dated December 16, 2014.

April 22, 2015 at 9:00 AM City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB

Registered Owner: FLOYD ALBERT DANROTH Roll # Legal Description 2012 Arrears

369150

AT THOMPSON AND BEING LOT 28 BLOCK 5 PLAN 33681 PLTO IN 78-3 WPM EXC ALL MINES MINERALS $432.32 AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT

Costs

$2,837.76

Total

$3,270.08

• The tax arrears amount shown above includes penalties calculated to the day of the sale.

• Costs will continue to be incurred to the tax sale date and added to the amount required to redeem.

• The property may be sold at the auction for less than the amount of the tax arrears and if this is the case, the balance of the arrears and costs owing is deemed to be cancelled.

• Contact the number below for veri¿cation of costs. Any overpayment will be applied to payment of subsequent tax arrears. Payment must be made by cash, certi¿ed cheque, debit card (where available) or any other form of guaranteed payment.

• For any inquiries regarding the tax sale process or auction, contact TAXervice at 204-734-6381.

• IF THE PROPERTY IS SOLD, THE SALE IS FINAL AND ANY INTEREST YOU HAD IN THE PROPERTY BEFORE THE SALE WILL BE EXTINGUISHED. • There will not be an opportunity to redeem this property from tax sale and a property transfer application will proceed immediately after the auction.

Dated this 3rd day of March, 2015

Jenny Krentz Chief Financial Of¿cer (204) 677-7910

This Notice is published for the purpose of effecting substitutional service thereof upon FLOYD ALBERT DANROTH, as set out in the Notice pursuant to Order of the District Registrar dated December 24, 2014.

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CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 112 • CHURCH SERVICES

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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

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.

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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

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

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Trojan girls heading back to hoops provincials

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

R.D. Parker Collegiate’s senior girls’ basketball team went undefeated through the Zone 11 championships at home March 6-7, winning all three of their games by 26 points or more.

The Trojans trailed briefly to begin the final against the Margaret Barbour Collegiate Institute (MBCI) Spartans, who scored the game’s opening basket, but RDPC responded with eight consecutive baskets before the Spartans struck back with three straight and then cut the Trojans’ lead to just five points at the end of the opening quarter. The home team turned it on in the second quarter, outscoring the Spartans 26-6 to

Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham RDPC’s Justice Jackson blocks an MBCI player’s route to the basket during the Zone 11 senior girls’ basketball championship final March 7. lead 44-19 at the half, a trend that continued in the second half as the

game ended 84-36.

The Trojans had beaten the Spartans 58-32 in the

round robin and defeated the Hapnot Collegiate Institute Kopper Kweens from Flin Flon 62-28 in their other match.

The Trojan boys did not qualify for the playoff round, beating the Otter Nelson River School Nikiks from Cross Lake 65-45 for their only round-robin victory, though they nearly upset the Hapnot Kopper Kings, who went on to beat MBCI 48-33 in the final, losing a 45-44 nailbiter. RDPC’s final round-robin game was a 57-43 loss to MBCI, who built up an eight-point lead by the end of the first quarter. The Trojans cut it to as little as four in the second quarter but trailed by seven at the half and by 15 at the end of the third quarter.

Tumblers hold first invitational meet

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Thompson Tumblers hosted their first ever sanctioned invitational meet, called the Northern Lights Invitational on Mar. 7.

Coach Dawn Lundrigan says the meet was a success seeing 55 gymnastics compete from Steinbach, Brandon, Neepawa, Flin Flon and Thompson. Every year Thompson holds a competition but they’re in-house, so having people travel to Thompson was exciting for the Tumblers.

In the morning beginners, advanced and preprovincials showed their moves, and the afternoon saw the intermediate compete. “We actually did really well. We had a couple of firsts today.

Taylor Beavis, it was her first time getting the vault on her own so that was exciting for her. Nadia Wilson also did her vault for the first time on Thursday at class, so getting at the competition was awesome.”

Wilson also placed first overall in her age category, intermediate 7-9 year olds. “I did good.

Second place on the vault and first on beam.”

Wilson has been in gymnastics for three years, and plans to stick with it again next year.

Lundrigan says seeing Wilson place first was one of the highlights of the competition. “I was almost in tears when I

watched her get first.

It was awesome. She’s worked so hard.”

Morgan Johnson also placed first overall in her age group of advanced 10-year-olds, and Kennedy Courvoisier, also from Thompson placed second overall.

In the advanced 13-year-old category, Thompsonite Shailey Toporowsky placed second.

At the end of the day, Lundrigan says it doesn’t matter where the girls place, as long as they’re trying to improve their scores. “All we ask is they compete as hard as they train and they did. How they did, we expected that. We always tell them look at your score, and try to improve your score.

Don’t worry where you placed, worry about your own personal score.”

The Thompson Tumblers hope to hold this event again next year.

“We hope to do it every year. Because we are so far, we travel all the time and are used to it. If you live down south you have competitions that are local all the time. To get this much, I know 55 doesn’t sound like a huge number, but it is when you consider how far they have to come, it’s a lot.” Lundrigan continued by saying she hopes the other clubs enjoyed the facility and word of mouth makes the invitational even bigger for next year.

Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby Gymnasts from all over Manitoba travelled to Thompson on Mar. 7 to show their skills in vault, uneven bars, beam and floor routines.

Minor hockey gets $15K

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Thompson Minor Hockey Association (TMHA) is $15,000 richer thanks to Hometown Hockey and Scotiabank.

Cyrus Parsai, manager of Scotiabank’s Thompson branch, presented a cheque to Brad Williment, president of TMHA on Mar. 7. “Scotiabank recognizes the commitment made to young hockey players in our community, and that is why we’re donating the $15,000 to the association.”

In the past year alone Scotiabank has helped out over 5,000 hockey teams across the country. Scotia-

Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby Cyrus Parsai, right, hands Brad Williment, left, a cheque for $15,000 on Mar. 7 during Rogers Hometown Hockey bank has been donating these cheques to each city Rogers Hometown Hockey visits this year.

Williment couldn’t be more pleased about the donation. “It feels great. It

will be put to great use for all our kids for hockey development and programs that can benefit all kids that participate in minor hockey here in Thompson.”

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The boys – and girl – were back in town

BY IAN GRAHAM Experiences of Foster Parents With Children in the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Hockey players from near and far who grew up playing the game in Thompson were back in the C.A. Nesbitt Arena March 7 for the Wall of Fame game to celebrate the induction of notable Thompson athletes, coaches and builders into the city’s Wall of Fame.

Mike Krentz led the orange team to a 7-5 victory, scoring three goals on a line with Greg Long, who had a pair of tallies, and Phil Cherneski, who had three assists en route to being named his squad’s star of the game.

Jeff English had the other two goals for the orange team, which trailed only once in the game.

Brian Patterson had a pair of goals and was named the blue team’s game star, with Kelly Edwards and Justin Valentino, with a pair, notching the team’s other tallies, while Mayor Dennis Fenske chipped in with two assists.

Corrie Swirsky, who played university hockey at Concordia was the sole female player who skated in the contest.

Prior to the game, Glenn Laycock and Kathy Valentino introduced the first six Thompsonites to be honoured as Wall of Fame inductees – builders Red Sangster and Terry Murray, figure skating coach Sue Sutherland, eight-time Canadian women’s singles racquetball champion Jennifer Saunders and former Flin Flon Bomber and New York Islanders draft pick Kelly Davis.

Proceeds from ticket

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

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

Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham Mike Krentz, who scored three goals for the orange team in a 7-5 victory in the Wall of Fame game at C.A. Nesbitt Arena March 7, watches an attempt slide wide of the net after deking past the blue team’s goaltender. sales to the game will got towards the Wall of Fame project, which will see notable Thompson

sports figures enshrined on the hallway wall of the Thompson Regional Community Centre.

JOB VACANCY Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program (NADAP) ADVISOR Permanent Position Under the supervision and general direction of the Keewatin Tribal Council Director of Health and in collaboration with the Keewatin Tribal Council Mental Health Team, the NADAP Advisor will assist KTC member communities by providing advisory services in the field of alcoholism and/or addictions.

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Completion of post-secondary school training or specialized training in area of chemical dependency.

Experience in activities related to alcohol and addictions and in the development of community based prevention and support programs.

Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

The ability to work as a member of a team or independently.

Knowledge of and experience in Case Management.

Knowledge of prevention resource, FN Community resources and Treatment options.

Previous experience in the NADAP program an asset.

Knowledge of the Cree cultural.

Basic ccomputer skills essential.

Must be willing to travel.

A valid driver’s license would be an asset.

Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy - Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax No.: 204-677-0256 Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm Wednesday, March 11, 2015. We would like to thank those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Northern Spirit Manor receives donation

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Ridgestone Financial Services Ltd. has donated $3,000 to Northern Spirit Manor in Thompson. Corey Murdy, a Ridgestone advisor, says the money is being donated because the manor is a good place to invest in, and the company sees possible improvements for the manor. “There’s a space in the back that could be made into a sitting area for the residents to sit out and enjoy the sun.�

Murdy plans to have Ridgestone Financial Services Ltd continue with donations like these around the community, as well as other initiatives like donating owerbeds, and employees planting them around the city.

Quality Inn & Suites wins Choice Hotels award

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Corey Murdy Ridgestone Financial donates $3,000 to the Northern Spirit Manor. Residents of the manor hold up the extra large cheque.

Thompson’s Quality Inn & Suites was one of 12 Choice Hotels Canada properties to win a 2015 Platinum Hospitality Award, the ďŹ rst such award for the Thompson hotel. “We are absolutely thrilled to be recognized as one of Choice Canada’s top properties,â€? said general manager Donna Wilson in a press release. “I can’t say enough about each and every staff member, whose hard work and dedication is critical to our success.â€?

Platinum Awards are presented to hotels among the top three per cent of the Choice Hotels Chain, which has over 300 properties.

Rankings are based on guest surveys and third-party reviews

assessing the condition of guest rooms and the property. “It’s clear that everyone at the property is passionate about delivering a top-notch, memorable experience to everybody who walks through their doors,â€? said Tim OldďŹ eld, managing director of Choice Hotels Canada. “The team continues to set the bar higher in our increasingly competitive industry.â€?

Choice Hotels Canada’s brands include Comfort, Comfort Suites, quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn, MainStay Suites and Suburban Extended Stay as well as the Ascend Hotel Collection which includes unique, boutique and historic properties.

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An eligibility list may be created to ďŹ ll similar term and/or regular positions within Thompson, The Pas and Flin Flon and will remain in effect for 12 months.

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Careers

Expo North sees another successful year

BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The second-annual Expo North wrapped up Feb. 26 at the Thompson Regional Community Centre and the University College of the North. The convention saw courses for people interested in heavy construction, and different exhibitors speaking about their companies.

Chris Lorenc, president of the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association, says they started a new week-long course all about leadership. “The leadership program was sold out, which is terrific.

It went very well, with a lot of discussions and a good Q & A.” Lorenc says it’s important to have this convention available in the north.

“We have a corporate social responsibility, with one of our primary areas of importance and objective is to reach into the aboriginal communities and engage with the aboriginal communities. We think we have a legitimate interest and career options for people regardless of where they may be in the province.”

One of the heavy construction value statements is providing education and training, not just for the existing workforce, but to also provide an opportunity for those who may be interested in a career in heavy construction. This year they did just that by inviting R.D Parker Collegiate students into Expo North.

Kimberly Willoughby,

a Grade 12 carpentry student, visited the different exhibitors on Feb. 25. Willoughby hopes to move to British Columbia after she receives her red seal, but says Expo North taught her a lot, this year and last year, too. “It was good. I got to see how strong my safety glasses were compared to prescription glasses, as well as other safety glasses.

I got to see the different trades as well.”

Willoughby wants to work in this industry because it’s more hands-on.

“I get to look at what I built, and get to say look at the achievement I have.

It’s a better workforce, and better than sitting in

front of a desk.”

James Hendren, another carpentry student, also attended Expo North. He echoed Willoughby’s comments about the work.

“I’m more of a work with my hands and build stuff type of person. I don’t want to work at a desk.”

Hendren enjoyed seeing the different companies that are from Thompson, and some jobs that may be available in the future.

“I wouldn’t mind staying in Thompson. It’s not that bad and they have some good jobs here.”

For exhibitors this year’s exhibition has been a success too. “It’s been excellent. We’ve had a number of people come

JOB VACANCY

Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) will provide local transportation for registered, eligible and approved First Nations seeking medical services in the City of Thompson, Manitoba on behalf of the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch. Transportation will include referrals for elective, diagnostic and non-urgent medical services.

VEHICLE OPERATOR/DISPATCH 2 Casual Positions JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of clients to and from a variety of First Nations Indian Health Branch (FNIHB) approved destinations in the city of Thompson. Applicants must have a valid class 4 driver’s license.

Qualifications: • Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent; • Must possess a valid class 4 driver’s license and a clean abstract; • Must possess a Manitoba driver’s license for a minimum of five years; • Minimum of two years’ experience in transportation industry or a related field; • Cree or Dene an asset; • Candidate must be willing to be submit to a criminal or child abuse registry check; • Must have CPR and First Aid training; • Must be able to work rotating shifts in a twenty four service, seven days a week; • Ability to work independently, must be friendly, courteous and excellent customer service orientated, high degree of attention while operating vehicles on public road.

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Beverly Brightnose Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 204-677-0258 Email: bbrightnose@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 13, 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 Beverly Brightnose at (204) 677-0311

can open when you look at the big picture of our industry.”

Expo North will be back in Thompson in the future, says Lorenc. “We want to continue a presence in Thompson. We think doing it at the Thompson recreational centre and UCN is an excellent opportunity to showcase what Thompson has to offer. I think Thompson is a great location in terms of encashment for Northern Manitoba. We hope to be better as we go forward.”

FULL TIME POSITION AVAILABLE - AFTER HOURS SUPERVISOR REFERRAL AND MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION DEPT.

JOB VACANCY Health Administrative Assistant Full time Position

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by from young generation of people to older, guy, girl, everyone seemed to take on the new concept of controlling machinery via controls. It’s been well received,” says Dale Rasmussen, who was in charge of the popular simulator. “As Northern Manitoba is the last frontier, so for many people who look for good opportunities, good employment, and good pay, there are some great opportunities to work in a good work environment. There are so many doors that

The KTC Health Department staff works collaboratively with First Nation Health service providers to provide integrated health services and planning assistance to member communities. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Health, the Administrative Assistant will provide secretarial services by taking and transcribing minutes of meetings; typing a variety of materials; making and keeping up to date confidential files. She/ he acts as receptionist to the Health Program staff, actions and screens information requests and greets walk in clients. The Health Administrative Assistant will also be required to provide initiate and provide input into the development and management of information systems, they will also be required to coordinate special events. This is a faced paced and busy role which is central to the coordination of Health Services at the Tribal Council.

Qualifications:

Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Medical Transportation Coordinator and Director of Health, the After Hours Supervisor directs and supervises the activities of the After Hours unit by implementing regulations, policies and guidelines to ensure staff provides client centered service and maintain liaison between the providers of transportation and accommodations and First Nation and Inuit Health.

Activities: • Supervise and coordinate daily activities of the After Hours staff; • Coordinates and recruits according to policy as required; • Ensures Afterhours is adequately staffed at all times; • Ensure adequate, proper and most economical means of transportation is being utilized; • Resolve client and or service conflicts; collects and tracks information;(work order incident report; • Available to staff on an on call basis; • Participates in Health Team Leaders meetings;

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Completion of secondary school Completion of a one- or two-year college or other program in office administration, special events coordination or a combination of experience and education will be considered.

3. Previous experience is required.

4. Possess initiative, judgement and respects confidentiality requirements.

5. Good and accurate note taking, typing and electronic/ paper file management skills.

6. Ability to work with others or independently with minimum supervision.

7. Excellent organizational skills and knowledge of various filing systems is required.

8. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) applications.

9. Must have good communication and writing skills.

10. Respect for the customs, traditions and practises of the local member First Nation communities.

11. Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset.

Qualifications: • Completion of secondary school or recognized post-secondary training in Business Skills that includes communication and written skills and or combination of experience in the related field.

• Experience and Knowledge of the fundamentals of supervision and conflict resolution skills.

• Knowledge and proven proficiency in computers and various software i.e. Word processing, email, client records software.

• Requires a thorough knowledge of the medical facilities in the province of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.

• Requires a thorough knowledge of transportation systems within the province of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.

• Resolving issues concerns referred by service providers, clients/escorts, staff.

• Ability to speak Cree or Dene an asset.

• Medical Terminology an asset.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, and written permission to contact the references and latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to:

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references should be submitted to:

Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. Attention: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 E-Mail: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256

Lisa Beardy - Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax No.: 204-677-0256

Deadline for Applications Friday, March 20, 2015 Late applications will not be considered.

We would like to thank those that apply but only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm Friday, March 13, 2015. We would like to thank those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted

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News 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.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION COORDINATOR “Our Vision: Strong, healthy and sustainable communities where individuals and families thrive.�

Maintenance Coordinator Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Housing – Northern Housing Operations, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 147 Closing Date: March 30, 2015 Salary Range: $46,769 - $53,551 per year plus remoteness allowance An eligibility list may be created and maintained for a period of six (6) months.

Classification: Training Consultant Full-Time Term Position: April 7, 2015 to March 31, 2016 Thompson or The Pas MB; or one of the Regional Centres (Cross Lake or Norway House) Competition No. 15-013 Closing Date: March 20, 2015

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.

204-677-4534

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

Candidates who do not meet the full qualiďŹ cations may be considered for a Developmental/ UnderďŹ ll opportunity.

Manitoba Housing is a crown corporation that provides a continuum of affordable housing services including rental housing, renovation, and homeownership programs. Manitoba Housing promotes independence and self-sufďŹ ciency by providing adequate, safe, and secure housing to people in need. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, this is a great opportunity to join our team.

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Duties: Under the direction of the District Manager, this position is responsible for planning and coordinating the day to day maintenance repair program which includes: responding to tenant maintenance requests; providing technical advice and supervision to ďŹ eld staff; managing maintenance budgets; providing estimates and scopes of work for maintenance repairs; conducting progress inspections on work performed by contractors to ensure quality and control. Manitoba Housing offers an attractive beneďŹ ts package and pension plan.

Apply to: Competition Number: 147 Human Resource Services 300 - 305 Broadway 7ÂˆÂ˜Â˜ÂˆÂŤi}]ĂŠ ]ĂŠ,ĂŽ ĂŠĂŽ ÇÊ Phone: 204-945-3308 Fax: 204-948-2193 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca Your cover letter, resumĂŠ and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

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

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

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JOB POSTING Community Addictions Worker Full Time-Permanent ADDICTIONS FOUNDATION OF MANITOBA Eaglewood Addictions Centre Thompson, MB 90 Princeton Drive The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) is a Crown Agency that contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviors.

Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the Community Addictions Worker provides treatment services to individuals with severe alcohol, drug and/or gambling problems in a community-based environment. The position requires a commitment to a client-centred philosophy and approach to the development, provision and support of AFM programs and services.

The Community Addictions Worker will work as a member of the Community Based team and will demonstrate the following: • Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner. • Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for client-centred care and demonstrates empathy and compassion. • Exhibits the ability to respond to client requests and crises in a responsible, timely and exible manner. • Demonstrates the ability to balance the needs of clients, other staff persons and those of the organization. • Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities, and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors. • Recognizes the importance of regular individual and team supervision meetings. • Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision. • Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent “One AFMâ€? approach. • Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility. • Ability to manage one’s own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure.

Responsibilities: • Demonstrated ability to conduct bio-psychosocial/spiritual assessments and collaborate with clients to design client-centred, strength-based treatment plans that reect evidence-based practices and clinical skill. • Demonstrates knowledge and skill related to individual and group counselling services to adults whose primary concerns are alcohol and drugs. • Ability to match treatment services to client’s unique circumstances. • Demonstrated ability to maintain current and accurate conďŹ dential records of client ďŹ les. • Demonstrates skill and knowledge related to Motivational Interviewing techniques and coaching skills. • Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team within the organization. • Participates on committees, teams or work groups at the local and provincial level as requested by supervisor. • Establishes and maintains professional working relationships and regular communication with community and other related organizations relevant to client’s needs. • Demonstrates the ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications.

QualiďŹ cations: A Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences or related ďŹ eld with a minimum of one year related supervised counselling experience (or volunteer experience) or a Diploma in applied counselling with a minimum of two years supervised counseling experience (or volunteer experience); working in the addictions ďŹ eld an asset. Demonstrated knowledge and skills related to assessment, individual and group counselling; excellent organizational, interpersonal and oral communication and documentation skills; knowledge of the addictions and mental health ďŹ elds and demonstrated ability to work within a complex systems of services are required.

Experience working from a client-centred perspective and training and/or experience in the utilization of Motivational Interviewing techniques is essential. Experience in planning, preparing and presenting educational material is an asset. Demonstrated ability work within and contributing to a positive team environment is required.

Effective communication and problem solving skills are required. An understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations is essential. The ability to communicate in French will be considered an asset.

A valid driver’s license and travel to outlying communities will be required.

The Competencies for the Community Addictions Worker opportunity are: • Adaptability/Flexibility • Teamwork and Cooperation • Client Centred Change • Case Management • Continuous Learning • Counselling • Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness • Crisis Intervention • Effective Communication • Understanding Substance Use, Abuse and • Ethical Conduct and Professionalism Dependency • Planning and Organizing This position may require the ability to work some evenings and varying hours.

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It is AFM practice to request a criminal record check and conduct and child abuse registry check prior to ďŹ nalizing the appointment of successful candidates.

Competition No.: Salary Range:

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2015-012 $51,538 - $61,865 per annum ($27.25 - $32.71/hr) Plus Remoteness allowance if applicable (Potential to move to a maximum of $35.21 per hour with speciďŹ c qualiďŹ cations) (Under Review) Closing Date: March 19, 2015 APPLY IN WRITING TO: Client Services Manager Northern Area Addictions Foundation of Manitoba 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: (204) 677-7328 Email: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Careers The Thrift Store 50 Selkirk Ave. Located in the Plaza, close to the clinic

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• SHIPPER/RECEIVER Valid driver’s licence required. Position includes shipping/ receiving all inventory that goes in and out of the building as well as deliveries on Vale site and other job sites around town.

• OFFICE/ADMINISTRATIVE The role of the office and administrative position here is based on paperwork/deposits as well as handling customer accounts on a day to day basis.

Furniture can be dropped at our back dock.

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We reserve the right to refuse what we cannot use.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES BURNTWOOD HOTEL & THOMPSON INN ARE LOOKING TO HIRE PART TIME POSITIONS

Full time HOUSEKEEPING POSITIONS available.

Candidates must be able to work varied day shifts and should be friendly, efficient, team players. Detail oriented and enjoy a fast paced environment. Please submit resumes with work related references to: 70 Thompson Drive, North Thompson, MB R8N 1Y8 SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

VENDOR BARTENDER LOUNGE SERVER VLT ATTENDANT HOUSEKEEPING SECURITY FRONT DESK RESTAURANT SERVER BAR SERVERS ACCOUNTING COOK Apply in person or drop resumes off at 146 Selkirk Avenue You can also apply by e-mail to tsollis@burntwood hotel.com We thank all applicants in advance who apply, however only those qualified will be contacted.

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Our weekend here may be over, but our support for community hockey is here to stay.

Thank you, Thompson, for making our Rogers™ Hometown Hockey™ stop one for the record books.

This weekend, hockey-loving families came out to celebrate Canada’s game, kids learned the value of team, and smiles were as warm as the hot chocolate. This weekend, you proved that The 5th Season* is about more than just hockey.

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ON NOW AT YOUR PRAIRIE GMC DEALERS. PRAIRIEGMC.COM 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the lease of a new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4WD (1SA/K05/G80/B30), Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4WD (1SA/K05/G80/B30), Acadia AWD (3SA/K05), and purchase of a new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra Double Cab 2WD Kodiak Edition and 2015 GMC Terrain FWD (3SA/K05). Freight ($1,695/$1,650/$1,695/$1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, dealer fees, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Prairie GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * $10,000 is a combined total credit on 2015 Sierra Double Cab 2WD Kodiak Edition consisting of a $4,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive), $1,000 Loyalty Cash (tax inclusive), $2,155 manufacturer to dealer Option ‘Kodiak Edition’ Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive), $250 Kodiak Double Cab 2WD cash credit, and $2,095 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $250 and $2,095 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ‡ Lease based on a purchase price of $31,610/$34,415/$39,531 (including $0/$0/$1,000 lease credit, $4,500/$3,500/$0 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit, $1000/$1,000/$0 manufacturer to dealer Option Package Discount Credit, and $885/$885/$664 Loyalty Cash) for Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4WD (1SA/K05/G80/B30)/ Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4WD (1SA/K05/G80/B30)/Acadia AWD (3SA/K05). Bi-weekly payment is $145/$155/$179 for 24/24/48 months at 0%/0%/0.9% APR, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $2,050/$2,050/$1,750 down payment is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $9,573/$10,110/$20,414, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $22,037/$24,305/$20,186. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. ¥ Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between March 3, 2015 through March 31, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA, Sierra Light Duty and Heavy Duty); $1,000 credit available on all GMC Sierras. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between March 3, 2015 through March 31, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,500 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. † $4,200 is a manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Terrain FWD, which is available for cash purchases only. *† U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ‡* The 2014 GMC Terrain received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2014 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.

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Bubble boy

Quinn Land was one of the lucky volunteers to step inside a bubble, during the Bubbleman show at the TRCC, for Winterfest 2015.

Thompson Citizen photo by Molly Gibson Kirby