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Volume 62 • Issue 12

First reading of bylaw to cut two council positions approved

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

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Thompson took the first legislative step toward potentially reducing the number of councillors by two with approval of first reading of a bylaw March 14.

If it passes second and third reading, the composition of council bylaw would see council trimmed down to six councillors plus a mayor from the current eight in addition to the mayor Two councillors – Les Ellsworth and Earl Colbourne – were adamantly opposed to the possible change and voted against the bylaw.

“I believe we are actually offloading work to administration rather than having enough councillors to represent the city which means, in reality, you’re handing over the powers of council, to some extent, to those who were not elected to represent Thompsonites,” said Ellsworth.

Colbourne said having fewer members would handcuff the next council, as it would make it difficult for them to change back from a committee of the whole structure to one with multiple standing committees, since there wouldn’t be as many of them to serve

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of City of Thompson A bylaw that received first reading at council’s March 14 meeting could see two council positions eliminated for next term if it passes second and third reading by late April. as committee chairs and vice-chairs.

Deputy mayor Brian Lundmark said one year in the current term of council when some councillors either weren’t chosen for or declined committee chair and vice-chair roles showed that fewer councillors could handle the workload of overseeing multiple standing committees.

“We still made decisions,” he said. “We got things done with fewer councillors.”

Losing two members could make council better, said Coun. Duncan Wong, indicating he had seen studies showing that smaller boards can be more productive and better at making decisions than larger ones.

Some who voted in fa-

vour of first reading said this doesn’t necessarily mean they are committed to going ahead with the reduction.

“I’m not fully decided on the issue,” said Coun.

Braden McMurdo. “But I’m going to support it tonight and look forward to more discussion and for the feedback portion from the public to see what they think.”

A public hearing is not required before third reading, councillors were told, but public notice of the proposed changes must be given.

Eliminating two council positions, which was previously discussed prior to 2018 municipal election, would save just under $20,000 in salaries and a few thousand or more in

travel expenses per year.

Council got as far as approving first reading of a bylaw in early 2018 before the idea was shelved, since it would have required the provincial government to make changes to the Thompson Charter Act and they couldn’t be completed in time. Legislation passed in 2020 enables a reduction to really happen this time, provided the bylaw passes by late April, 180 days before the Oct. 26 municipal election.

Historically, Thompson’s council has changed size a few times, consisting of six councillors and a mayor from 1966 to 1969, and seven councillors and a mayor from 1969 to 1972.

It consisted of eight members plus the mayor from 1972 to 2002.

Despite the stipulations outlined in the Thompson Charter Act, which took effect in 1990 and said that city council must have eight councillors and the mayor, council reverted back to seven members plus the mayor from 2002 until 2010, when it expanded back to its current size.

A survey seeking public feedback on the idea of reducing the number of councillors can be completed on the city’s website.

Driver who hit parked car and ran away arrested by Thompson RCMP Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles has written a book about her experiences growing up, mostly in Churchill.

BY IAN GRAHAM

Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham

For all the harsh weather to write things that you have ‘Oh, I’m just as bad, right?’ was not a very safe thing swallow when people say to figure out. It’s pretty clear I have all these stories and to do but I jumped at it. I that Churchill residents and the dangers of polar Though she’s now written when I get through.”

I need to capture them for thought that was exciting should just find somewhere bears, deMeulles said if it a book about her experienDeMeulles said she wrote my grandchildren really until the plane landed and easier to live. had been viable she would ces growing up in Churchill, her book, titled Whispers in because they will be lost if they started throwing the “To say, ‘Those people have moved back to ChurchAddictions Foundation of the Wind: Stories from the I don’t.” fuel off and I realized, ‘Holy choose to live there. They ill in a heartbeat.

Manitoba northern director North - Life in Churchill for She also has a reputation cats, I was probably sitting should just leave,’ is quite “I miss the shoreline, I Gisele deMeulles said writ- a couple of reasons. as a storyteller herself. on a bomb.’” simplistic. It’s quite disre- miss the rock, I miss the ing wasn’t something she “I just sort of thought, “I had such a varied hisAnother thing that spectful. If we were in the polar bears even though always thought she would you know what, this his- tory and I would tell people spurred her on was the same boat in another area they’re very dangerous and do. tory, this stuff that’s in my stories and they would go, hard times facing Churchill I think we would scream I really miss the Hudson “In my youth I never head, it’s going to be gone ‘That’s not true, is it?’ I’d go, since the Hudson Bay Rail- about that so why don’t they Bay,” she says. “When I go felt good at writing,” she if I don’t write it down,” she ‘Yeah it’s true.’ They’d go, way suspended operations have the option to do that? back home, standing on the said. “But when I moved said. “My kids are not go- ‘You didn’t do all that, did north of Gillam last spring. I think right now they’re Hudson Bay looking out on to Thompson to get into ing to get it if I don’t do it you? You’ve got to be really “It used to be a really feeling like they’re pawns the bay, it just gives you an the school of social work, and it’s something I’ve al- old.’ I was like, ‘No, actually thriving large community in a political game and that’s incredible sense. You feel so at that point I had to write ways wanted my mom to I did all that before I was and it’s just dwindled down really sad for them because I small and you feel great.” for university and realized, do. My mom’s an elder and 27,’ and they went ‘What?’” to such a small population think the people of ChurchNow that she’s got RCMP ‘Holy, I’m not bad at this, she’s an artist, she’s got so herphotos belt, Looking back, some of now,” deMeulles says. ill really want to thrive. one book under right?’

I certainly developed many be- those experiences things Though she’s not in there They’ve built their worlds deMeulles says she may try RCMP photos show the aftermath of wonderful a collision stories that occurred March 14 when aare pickup truck hit a parked vehicle front of a house. a lot of skill in university cause of she always tells her sheinto might again. any longer, her parents there. the How would we feel to produce A 30-year-old Thompson man speed when it smashed a not eddo that that the vehicle’s drivmoreand than twice legal limit mischief, carelessanother. driving, failing and came out of there with stories at Parks Canada in “I did some pretty bizarre her sister and other family if someone came to you and “I another in is charged with impaired driving vehicle parked in front of a home er and occupants fled on foot. for blood alcohol content while to report anhave accident andbook unlawa very strong skillafter in my Churchill and9:45 I’ve p.m. always stuff like fuelPolice hauls arrested into the a man said, ‘I’m sorry, you haveful to transportation me,” she says. a darker members still and other offences a pickup around fitting theare. driving. of“It’s alcohol in a writing confidence in 14. houndedMultiple her, ‘Please, justreported high the Arcticdescription at -35,” said “My acousin home community more persontruck hitand a parked car March callers of the driver short owns Thethe man leave also your faces charges motorstory, vehicle.

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Because of that, your loved ones and your it’s something I’ll focus on blunt or direct. I don’t tend never done it and I thought, Being on a plane full of fuel deMeulles finds it hard to history is gone?’” doing.”

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NOTICE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 4033515 Manitoba Association Inc., also known as the Thompson Regional Airport Authority, will be holding an Annual General Meeting via Zoom conference call: Date: Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Time: 12:00PM All attendees must RSVP prior to April 4, 2022 For further information or to RSVP, please contact Melissa Lounsbury at 204-677-0729 or via e-mail at: Melissa.lounsbury@fly-yth.ca

OBITUARY JAMES EDWARD (TED) HINCHLIFFE After spending the day surrounded by his family and with his wife, Margaret, by his side, James Edward (Ted) Hinchliffe of Winnipeg, passed away peacefully at his home in the early morning hours of March 14, 2022. We are saddened to announce his passing, but are comforted in knowing that Ted led a life full of meaning and purpose.

His wife Margaret (Adamson), whom he wed 60 years ago on June 23, 1962, was the love of his life. An equal partner in all things, she was his most trusted advisor and confidante.

Together they were an unstoppable team and were happiest in each other’s company.

Ted deeply loved his three strong, independent daughters, Heather Ragot (Gerald), Aynsley Cockshott (Grant) and Christine Adamson (Patrick) as well as his 7 wonderful grandchildren, Owen Cockshott, Catherine Adamson, Benjamin Cockshott, Vivian Adamson, Eric Ragot, Elliot Ragot and little Margaret (Maggie) Ragot.

Ted also leaves to mourn his passing, his brother Douglas (Angela deceased), his chosen sister Linn Barabash (Lloyd) and his sister-in-law Karen Lee (David deceased), as well as many nieces and nephews.

Ted was born to Eric and Florence (Taylor) Hinchliffe on January 28, 1939, in Swan River, Manitoba. He was an active and somewhat mischievous child who preferred being outside to the classroom. Ted found success early at work. He was clever, ambitious and eager to make his mark.

After marrying Margaret, he saw the chance to satisfy his innate entrepreneurial spirit in the North. In 1968 with Margaret and their growing family, he moved to Thompson, Manitoba to build the Mystery Lake Motor Hotel. This proved to be one of the most important decisions of his life. With little experience, but great intuition, Ted and Margaret created a flourishing business. It was a boom time in Thompson and there was not a detail of the operation that was not given Ted’s undivided attention. Under Ted’s direction, the Mystery Lake Motor Hotel became the place to stay, the Adventurers’ North Dining Room, the place to eat and the Trappers’ Tavern, the place to have fun. Ted was proud of the standards that he set and the hospitality that was offered to his guests. People continue to speak fondly of their memories of the hotel and the relationships forged by Ted in those years.

Ted and Margaret loved to create beautiful spaces. Their immaculate home in Winnipeg and their beloved cottages in Wasagaming, Clear Lake were filled with art, antiques and unique collections of porcelain, sculpture and artifacts. Ted loved trees and planted and cared for them with great dedication. Ted’s attention to detail and his desire to leave things better than he found them were guiding principles throughout his life.

Ted loved to entertain and he and Margaret did so often and with great style. From the perfectly grilled steak to the very driest martini, there was only one way to do things and it was the right way, always.

There was a wonderful formality to times spent with Ted and Margaret.

Sunday dinners were eaten in the dining room using the good china and crystal. But although the setting was formal, there was always laughter and lively conversation.

In retirement years, Ted and Margaret enjoyed trips across Canada, the US and Europe. Hawaii was a particular favourite for Ted and he and Margaret spent many happy times there.

To his friends and family, Ted was admired and will be remembered for his warmth, generosity and hospitality. To his grandchildren, he will be remembered as their beloved Poppa who was so very proud of them.

Ted lived life on his own terms. He had strong views and spoke his mind. He lived with integrity. Ted carried his own water and knew the value of each drop!

The family would like to thank the caring hands of those who watched over Ted during his time of need, namely Dr Pravinsigar Mehta, Edith Mendoza, Ria Santos, Maria Ledda, Concordia Lamsen, Erin Mattson at Palliative Care and the wonderful palliative care nurses, Lisa and Donna.

Flowers are gratefully declined, however, if you wish, we encourage you to donate to The Winnipeg Foundation, in his honour. At Ted’s request, cremation has taken place with a private family gathering to be held at a later date.

Thomson “In the Park” 204-925-1120 Obituary may also be viewed and condolences may be sent to www. thomsoninthepark.com

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Supreme Court dismisses Crown application to appeal former Thompson RCMP officer’s sentence

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a Crown appeal of the light sentence given to a former Thompson RCMP officer convicted of criminal negligence causing bodily harm in 2019.

The application for leave to appeal a Manitoba Court of Appeal ruling to Canada’s highest court was dismissed March 3. As is frequently the case, the court did not give reasons for not hearing the appeal.

The application was filed in September, a couple of months after Manitoba’s appeals court ruled that the sentence given to Abram Letkeman for his actions during a November 2015 police pursuit that ended with him fatally shooting Steven Campbell was not sufficient punishment.

In documents filed with the Supreme Court, prosecutors Chris Vanderhooft and Ashleigh Smith said that sentences like Letkeman’s reinforce the public opinion that there is a separate justice system for police officers, according to a January report by the CBC. Letkeman’s lawyer Josh Weinstein said in his reply that the error by the trial judge was already corrected on appeal and that the ruling that he should have served jail time was sufficient denunciation

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of the Supreme Court of Canada The main courtroom of the Supreme Court of Canada. of his actions. Weinstein argued the issue was not one of national or public importance, according to the CBC. Letkeman received three years probation, 240 hours of community service and a $10,000 fine at a January 2020 sentencing hearing in Thompson.

The conviction stemmed from a Nov. 21, 2015 incident when Letkeman twice hit a Jeep being driven by Campbell with his police cruiser before exiting the vehicle and fatally shooting Campbell as the Jeep came towards him.

Letkeman was found not guilty of manslaughter

and other charges related to Campbell’s shooting death after a trial in Thompson in June 2019.

The former Mountie, who has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder which resulted in his being dismissed from the force, was also prohibited from driving for one year Manitoba’s appeals court said in July that Letkeman should have been sentenced to 10 months in jail for hitting the vehicle Campbell was driving, including ramming it from the side while it was stationary, which caused neck and pelvis injuries to one of the

passengers. However, the court reduced that amount to three months in light of community service already performed and the fine paid and stayed the custodial portion of the sentence, saying it would serve no purpose to have Letkeman go to jail more than a year after his conviction and over five years since the incident took place.

One of the three appeals judges dissented, saying three years in prison, the sentence sought by the Crown at trial, would have been fitting and that it was inappropriate to stay the custodial portion of the new sentence.

Clash of generations

Thompson Citizen photo by Ian Graham Thompson Minor Hockey Association U18 players put a wrap on a season in which they have honed their skills by playing against Thompson RCMP and Thompson Fire & Emergency Services members with their final scrimmage at the Gordon Beard Arena March 14.

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Thompson Chamber of Commerce elects executive members, questions mayor at annual meeting

BY IAN GRAHAM

EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Thompson Chamber of Commerce elected executive members and spoke to the mayor regarding city operations and projects at their annual general meeting, held virtually March 16.

Dennis Green continues as president, with Ethel Timbang elected vice-president, Sandy Hayes as secretary and Volker Beckmann as a director. Raj Thethy also continues to serve on the executive as past president. The treasurer position, vacated by Mike Lawson, currently remains open.

Green said the chamber ended 2021 with 143 members, a decrease of three from the previous year as a result of 11 businesses leaving and eight new ones joining. He also lauded the success of the chamber’s Shop Local program in November, when they used a $20,000 grant to purchase gift cards from 96 local businesses that were given away.

“I know that people are still utilizing those services,” said Green. “I’m very glad to be a part of that.”

The chamber had a net income of about $382 on revenues of about $71,500.

The organization has also withdrawn its membership from the Board of Trade and

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Thompson Chamber of Commerce The Thompson Chamber of Commerce office on Commercial Place. registered as a non-profit able to take some executive corporation. The change decisions that will help us was made because Board this year,” said Thethy. of Trade members are reAfter Mayor Colleen quired to have an external Smook completed the audit done. Lawson ex- swearing in of the execuplained that the move was tive and directors, meeting made not to avoid audits but participants questioned her to prevent the spending of about some recent changes membership fees on the pot- the city has made as well entially expensive service. as ongoing and upcoming Chamber bylaws were projects in Thompson. also amended to lower the Lawson said it was a chalnumber of board members lenge to schedule meetings from 11 to seven, reducing between the city and chamthe number needed to obtain ber last year.

“I hope that the city will quorum from seven to four.

“We desperately do need sit down with the chamber some fresh blood coming and vice-versa and talk in and we are hopeful to be about some of the issues that

have been going on for the past year,” he said.

As a former community representative on the city’s now defunct legislative and finance committee, Lawson said he was disappointed that there is currently no citizen participation in the committee of the whole, which includes all members of council.

“You’re now cramming five or six different committees into two or three hours,” he said. “I sure hope the city goes back to having some sort of community involvement on that committee.”

The mayor said she hopes a way for people other than council members to contribute to committee proceedings can be devised.

“There’s always a learning experience of wherever we can involve the public now and make sure that we keep you involved,” Smook said. “We definitely appreciate all the work that our committees have done in the past and definitely try to keep the people of Thompson committed to helping us.”

Smook said the provincial government’s rehabilitation of the Miles Hart Bridge over the Burntwood River, first announced in 2017, is scheduled to finally begin this year. The process will

see one lane redone this year and the other next year and, when finished, the bridge will be wider and include fencing to prevent people from trying to jump off it.

Council held a budget meeting March 15 with another scheduled for next week.

“We’ve been basically hammering out what we can afford, what we can’t do, recognizing that we haven’t even got final numbers on the RCMP cost,” she said.

“It’s not looking for too

much of a change in the end result this year.”

Asked about possible replacement or renovation of the Norplex Pool, which was permanently shut down in February 2019, Smook said the city is waiting on other levels of government for answers to some questions.

The chamber will continue to hold virtual meetings for members once a month for now, Green said, and hopes to resume in-person meetings soon.

Apply to join our Council We are currently seeking to fill 3 Council (board) vacancies for terms starting August 1, 2022, including 2 public representatives.

The deadline to apply is March 31, 2022.

For more information on how you can contribute to the regulation of the nursing profession, and how to apply, visit https://crnm.mb.ca/ or call 1-800-665-2027 (toll-free)

BID OPPORTUNITIES Tenders will be received by the Purchasing Agent at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB R8N 1S6. Tender details and closing dates are as follow: Friday, Mar. 25, 2022, at 03:00 P.M. (CST) RFP# 10722 – LEASING FOLDER INSERTER FOR MAIL MANAGEMENT TO THE CITY OF THOMPSON Thursday, Mar. 31, 2022 at 03:00 P.M. (CST) RFT # 11022 – SUPPLY OF READY MIX CONCRETE TO THE CITY OF THOMPSON Bid documents may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Agent, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB. Phone (204) 677-7974, email purchasingagent@thompson.ca between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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

The lowest or any submission 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 work being proposed, whether or not such criteria has been expressly related to the Proponents. The City of Thompson reserves the right to award work to the Proponent which it deems to be in the best interest of the City.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The City of Thompson seeks motivated individuals for a variety of exciting clerical opportunities – could one of these be the right fit for you?

RCMP Clerk Community Safety Officer Clerical Substitute (Casual) Utility Clerk (Term) Cashiers (part-time) Visit www.thompson.ca for a full listing of jobs and how to apply!

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

If you require extra assistance with the application process, please contact us at (204) 677-7924.

Alternate formats can be made available for applicants.

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.

PUBLIC NOTICE DECREASING THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL In accordance with subsection 79(4) of The Municipal Act, the City of Thompson will present a proposed by-law providing for a decrease in the number of members of council at the next general election to be held on October 26, 2022 from the Mayor and eight (8) Councillors to the Mayor and six (6) Councillors.

The third reading of the by-law to decrease the number of members on council is scheduled to be given at the next regular meeting of Council to be held in the

Council Chambers of the City of Thompson, on March 28, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

Copies of the proposed by-law can be viewed upon request at the City of Thompson, 226 Mystery Lake Road during regular business hours. Questions and remarks may also be directed by letter to the City Manager or through email at tparobec@thompson.ca Anthony McInnis City Manager

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Things will their ure is for now. Long before In the arena of provincial andcouncillors’ replace many water one current member of council feels like it isn’t any closer to head council last opinions not trustees aren’t really innot salar-and right now, the number and one them headof ofmay their opinions may trusteesaren’t aren’t really incouncillors’ councillors’ right now, the number and one of of them made council their opinions may not trustees really right now, number soon start growing, lake icemade thathead information is council revealedlastlast politics, Thompson will soon sewer pipes.

This summer may hasin previously indicated salarthatsalarbeing resolved inthe reality detime athat Thompsonites benot enough to dissuade a microcosm of the ies per year plus apofthe opinions on council a choice March 13 time that Thompsonites be enough to dissuade a microcosm of ies per year plus apof opinions on council choice March 13 not time that Thompsonites be enough to dissuade a microcosm of the ies per year plus apof opinions on council will eventually start melting however, there are many other have its third new MLA with- seem busy construction-wise they may not seek re-election, spite the existence of a design wenttototo the polls about the majority from for-about School District of Mysproximately half that is generally two –half for shrink its numbers, went to the polls about the majority from forSchool District of Mysproximately half that is generally two – for shrink its numbers, went to the polls the majority from forSchool District of Mysproximately that is generally two – for and evenings will continue to changes to be seen. in the space of just six years, after a couple of quieter years, it’s possible that a thinning of for a new facility. three-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on average, and against. as school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on average, and against. as school board trustthree-and-half years ging ahead, especially tery Lake’s population amount, on average, and against.

The first among these, the after 35 years with the same but these projects will be in the ranks could produce a body Many important decisions get longer and longer, already ago –ees was in favour of against the of as asince whole. you’ve Maybe the low turnees voted ago –number was favour of since thenumber ofannual as a travel whole. you’ve annual travel Maybe the voted 6-16-1 against ago –ofwas in in favour ofone, theIf oftheir asearly a whole. you’ve forfor annual travel Maybe lowlow turnhaving done so considerably as since dropping Manitoba’s indoor as a byelection tonumber chose a for days, withIfand theIf exfor which more compromise isandand lie ahead in thethe remainder of turnreducing the numbers, people who care about been topeople many expenses.

For themany city, out ofexpenses. people with aofresolution trustee reducing numbers, about been For city, outonly with a resolution by by trustee reducing the numbers, people who care about been to tomany school expenses. thethe city, out of of with a result clocks springing formask mandate andthe all other pected completion date notschool a necessity or one For for which the 2022, not forpeople thepeople residents replacement for who theschool latecare Danwith the other seven opone way or health another board meetings which has ameetings budget opinions onhas Ryan Land (theonly only with the other seven opthis way orheld another board meetings (and which ahow budget ofThompson, opinionsbuton on for how Ryan Land (the with the other seven oponeone or(and board (and has a the budget ofof opinions how ward 10 days ago.

Change is this provincial public orders verywhich idea of bridging divide also much further from the of year iellethis Adams isway due to beanother posed.

Although coundoesn’t even reach apart from members around $30 million, many councillors there vote in support) to reposed.

Although coundoesn’t even reach apart from members around $30 million, many councillors there related to the COVID-19 panbefore the calendar switchis essentially pointless.

It might those who currently represent literally in the air, and its pres2030 than we currently are vote in support) to re- posed. Although coun- doesn’t even reach apart from members around $30 million, many councillors there cilence hasn’t yet voted on double digits. of es the media, well, you should be isn’t an exnumber ofcil cil hasn’t voted on double digits. of the media, well, you represents should isn’t already occurred last on to summer.

The date that that from the distant pastprobof 2020. even bethat onerepresents that doesn’t have aprobthem.

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Experifive. bylaw, next stage ofpolls councillors know that they don’t thegiven proverbial bucket, of of pragmatism.

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by Brian Pallister but it ismajority currently aof post-public clerks and workers, but courseover of two years. not going toitsbemembers easy. Many proAscommunity watchers of see council orother wrong over past couple Critics the promajority of their opinion watchers of council a right wrong past couple Critics its members their opinion on on a pro- right As As watchers ofancouncil a the right or or wrong an-anover of thethe past couple Critics of ofthethepromajority of its members change in the coming months, is held, the results tabulated As summer turns to fall, of their city’s bigger accomhealth crisis one and that means it isn’t rare to see people with will posed have noticed, the swer.will On the pro side the ofthe years.

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ButBut they’ve reduction is is right, regardjust as it has over past sev- of faces still covered After made and confirmed, and the former that moreitpolitical changes could less plishments of the the past few dealing with a lot of issues that proposals thatthe make keeping the either. current their decision willtheir prevent of that what most see council shrink from proposals thatmake makeof of keeping the currentmade made their decisionthat itwillwill preventless less of what the most see council shrink from proposals that keeping the current decision it prevent of what the most wearing masks in option public for and premier’s replacement sworn “new be on the way, withbeing council vocal years taxpayers are long-termthink. projects, fell by the wayside while the years, one of which was numbers, it eral toeight the council floor the it numbers, appears there blood” eight councillors toit it to the council floornumbers, theoption optionand andit from itappears appearsthere there“new “new blood” from beingvocal vocal taxpayers think. councillors to to the council floor the blood” from being taxpayers think. a significant decline in its most of the past two years, it in as Manitoba’s newest MLA. and school board elections that like infrastructure upgrades coronavirus was everyone’s havesix, a six, tendency to be the that have allhave but of theto to will bethat seven school elected and, theoreticIf that is the and, case, does including a tendency bethat but the will be seven school elected and, theoreticIfone that is the case, does not including a one tendency be all but oneone of of the will be seven school theoreticIf that is the case, does population –not perhaps.

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Design contract for five years’ worth of road repairs awarded

BY IAN GRAHAM

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Council awarded a contract for designing and tendering five years’ worth of road renewal work at their March 14 meeting.

The contract was awarded to AECOM, one of two companies whose bids met the City of Thompson’s technical requirements, at a cost of $1,567,532 plus taxes.

The other potential bid, from JR Cousin Consulting, had a price tag of $1,804,769.

With the city receiving over $33 million for its five-year road renewal program from the federal and provincial governments through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, the city’s share of the design costs will be about $261,000, or 16.7 per cent.

“This shows that we're actually moving ahead with these projects, we are actually going to pave these roads,” said Coun.

Kathy Valentino. “And it's important that we continue to keep public up to date and notified because this is good news stories that we've got with all this grant funding we have for roads and water.”

The city plans to mill and overlay 3.55 kilometres of roads this year, including all or parts of Nelson Road, Beaver Crescent, Elk Bay, Caribou Road, Lynx Crescent, 21, 2018 Fox Bay, Silver Crescent, Nickel Road, Wolf Street and Coral Crescent.

Over the whole five years that the ICIP grant funding covers, the goal is to fix up 20 km of city roads.

D@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET “Just note that there are some roads that are • RETAIL/ in bad510 shape that may not CES OFFICE be addressed SPACE this year,” said Coun.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES CITY OF THOMPSON Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 7th day of April, 2022, at the hour of 9:00 AM, at City of Thompson, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, MB, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: Roll Number

Assessed Value

Description

Amount of Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale

5808

AT THOMPSON AND BEING PARCEL A PLAN 5562 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS L -$233,000 $85,802.53 AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN 78-3 WPM - 60 B -$49,900 COMMERCIAL PLACE

75500

AT THOMPSON AND BEING LOT 7 BLOCK 58 PLAN 751 PLTO (N DIV) IN 78-3 WPM EXC ALL L -$36,900 $16,200.86 MINES MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS B -$144,000 ACT - 27 GRANITE CRESCENT

215600 AT THOMPSON AND BEING LOT 76 BLOCK 134 PLAN 834 PLTO (N DIV) IN 78-3 WPM EXC L -$32,300 $17,349.55 ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN B -$155,200

LANDS ACT - 73 CENTENNIAL DRIVE EAST

245200 AT THOMPSON AND BEING LOT 3 BLOCK 151 PLAN 849 PLTO (N DIV) IN 78-3 WPM EXC L -$40,400 $33,093.92 Page 1 of 1 ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN B -$137,100

LANDS ACT - 67 BAFFIN CRESCENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION 264050 LOT 2 PLAN 30421 PLTO EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH L -$56,200 $10,741.51 SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN 78-3 WPM - 8 SEVERN CRESCENT TOWN OF SNOW LAKE

313300 L -$88,700 $34,700.22 ATtoTHOMPSON AND BEING 7 BLOCK 2 PLAN PLTO (N DIV)that IN 78-3 WPM ALL for Pursuant subsection 367(7) of TheLOT Municipal Act, notice910 is hereby given unless the EXC tax arrears MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS B -$123,300

the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the ACT - 45 HAYES ROAD Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 11th day of September, 2018, at the hour of 1:00 PM, at Town of Snow Lake,(N113 Elm 320200 AT THOMPSON AND L -$29,400 $18,539.43 BEING LOT 15 BLOCK 3 PLAN 6452 PLTO DIV) IN 4Street 5 ANDSnow 8-78-3Lake, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: WPM EXC ALL MINES MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE B -$84,700 GRASS RIVER DRIVE RollCROWN LANDS ACT - 60 Description Assessed Amount of Arrears & Number Value Costs for Which L -$16,000 $17,380.28 361300 AT THOMPSON AND BEING LOT 27 BLOCK 2 PLAN 33681 PLTO EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS Property May be B -$47,000 AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN 78-3 WPM - 1005 Offered for Sale 2300

WOLF STREET

AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING: LOT 13 BLOCK 3 PLAN 646

L -$12,200

$7,210.89

L -$12,200

$4,176.75

362450 AT THOMPSON BEING LOT 20 BLOCK PLTO (N DIV) AND IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE 3 PLAN 33681 PLTO IN 78-3 WPM EXC ALL L -$21,300 $8,179.50 B -$58,100 RESERVATIONS IN THE CROWNAS LANDS MINES, MINERALSCONTAINED AND OTHER MATTERS SET ACT FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT - B -$31,700

3400

WILLOW CRESCENT 1246148 PIPE ROAD

AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING LOT 5 BLOCK 5 PLAN 646

362500 AT THOMPSON L -$20,300 $20,810.27 PLTO (N DIV) AND IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE 3 PLAN 33681 PLTO IN 78-3 WPM EXC ALL Page BEING LOT 21 BLOCK www.thompsoncitizen.net 12 B -$28,300 RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT -

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15600

1245 PIPE ROAD

AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING PARCEL ONE: THE NWLY 30

L -$12,200

$6,487.01

365250 LOTFEET PERP OF4 ALL THAT PORTION MAPLE 12 BLOCK PLAN 33681 PLTOOF EXC ALLAVENUE MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS L -$19,200 $22,849.90 B -$18,800 (NOW CLOSED) PLANCROWN 646 PLTO LANDS (N DIV) IN 68-17 B -$25,700 AS SET FORTH IN THE ACT INWPM 78-3 WPM - 1316 MID ROAD WHICH LIES BETWEEN THE STRAIGHT PRODUCTIONS

OF THE4NE AND SW LIMITS OFEXC LOT ALL 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN 365600 LOTSELY 19 BLOCK PLAN 33681 PLTO MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS L -$19,900 $9,709.53 646 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS PARCEL B -$12,000 Four men ASfrom SET EasterFORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN 78-3 WPM - 1309 MID ROAD

TWO: THE SWLY 50 FEET PERP OF LOT 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN ville are wanted646 byPLTO police (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC THE NWLY 20 FEET 367100 AT THOMPSON BEING LOT 49 BLOCK 4 PLAN 33681 PLTO IN 78-3 WPM EXC ALL L -$20,300 $16,111.56 in connection with as- AND PERPan SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN B -$28,400 sault that left another man MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS THE CROWN LANDS ACT - 101 ELM STREET AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT with serious injuries.

PIPE ROAD SNOW LAKE AND BEING LOT 24 PLAN 749 PLTO (N DIV) L -$13,700 25900 1279AT $14,161.72 Chemawawin RCMP SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE 371800 LOTaround 27 BLOCK AND OTHER MATTERS AS L -$15,800 $6,338.28 were alerted 11 6 PLAN 33681 PLTO EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS B -$44,800 CROWN LANDS ACT IN 68-17 WPM - 118 BALSAM STREET B -$23,200 a.m. March 11 that a SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN 78-3 WPM - 1098 OSPWAGON DRIVE The tax man sale iswas subject 24-year-old be- to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: ing373900 taken AT to THOMPSON the Easter- AND BEING LOT 11 BLOCK 8 PLAN 33681 PLTO EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS L -$16,300 $15,393.76  AND Thestation purchaser of the property will be responsible for any property taxes not yet due. ville nursing OTHERforMATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT IN 78-3 WPM - 1041 B -$18,400  of The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and treatment serious but OSPWAGON DRIVE non-life-threatening incosts.

387100 juries. de- AND BEING LOT 4 BLOCK 2 PLAN 43392 PLTO IN 10-78-3 WPM EXC ALL L -$141,100 $195,422.65 AT THOMPSON Investigation If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to termined that fourMINERALS men MINES, AND OTHER MATTERS AS SET FORTH IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT - 5 B -$369,900 the start of the auction. entered the victim’s home THOMPSON DRIVE N no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties  The Municipality makes earlier that morning, assaulting him causing being sold.

The tax sale isand subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: extensive damage  purchaser The successful purchaser must, at the of thetaxes sale,not make payment in cash, certified cheque • The ofbefore the property will be responsible for time any property yet due. leaving.

• The Municipality may exercise its right of to set a reserve bidasinfollows: the amount of the arrears and costs. or bank draft to the Town Snow Lake Police are asking for If the purchaser intends bid by proxy, a letter i)assistance The fulltopurchase price if itofisauthorization $10,000 orform less;must ORbe presented prior to the start of the auction. the • public’s The Municipality no representations concerning properties being ii) If makes the purchase price oriswarranties greater whatsoever than $10,000, thethepurchaser mustsold. provide a nonin •finding 29-year-old • The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or draft to the City of Thompson as follows: Mitchell Howard Ledoux, refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the bank purchase price must i) Steven The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR 27-year-old Shane be paid within 20 days of the sale. ii) If the purchase Klyne, 26-year-old Shawnprice is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the  The risk the property lies with theofpurchaser immediately following the auction.

Eric Umpherville and purchase for price must be paid within 20 days the sale; AND  The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

20-year-old Nathan iii) A fee in theWalamount $309.75 ($295 plus GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the ter Umpherville, allof from  Iftransfer the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

Easterville, be- liesprovide • The risk for theare property with the apurchaser immediately following the auction. awho GST registrant, GST Declaration. lieved to have fled is toresponsible Win• The for obtaining vacant possession.  purchaser The face purchaser nipeg. The four num- will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, • If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration. including the registration costs. erous charges including aggravated Dated this 16th daythof March, 2022.

Dated thisassault, 17 day asof August, 2018. sault with a weapon and Managed by: breaking and entering.

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“We’ve got to be the slowest level of government in history,” he said.

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With the 2022 Manitoba municipal elections just over seven months away, Thompson city council began the process of preparing for the day by vot-

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ing on a pair of bylaws at their March 14 meeting.

First reading was approved for a bylaw to enableLicensed the use of vote-countTechnician: ing machines while the • Licensed Heavy Equipment Technician. updated campaign expense • Perform shop and field repairs to all Surface and U/G Epiroc bylaw passed second and Equipment as required. third reading.

• vote-counting Machine audits The ma-as required.

Developing and maintaining a positive relationship with machine chine• bylaw does not mean that theyoperators will be used and in customer representatives.

October’s election, • Daily time simply entry. that •it will beshift an option, Daily reports. city• manager Anthony Other duties as assigned and required to maintain the contract.

McInnis said prior to council voting.

Schedule: “This is the bylaw that • their 5 days a week ,Monday to Friday allows use,” he said.

Thompson Citizen photo by eyecrave/Getty Images “Later on there’ll be a reso- A bylaw that passed first reading at Thompson city council’s Skills and Experience: lution that would come for- March 14 meeting could make it possible for vote-count2-3 years experience. ward• to actually useofthem ing machines to be used in October’s municipal election, or not.”

• Great communication and problem skills. provided it passes solving second and third reading by late April.

All • councillors Proven andvoted motivated self-starter who is able to work with minimal in favoursupervision of first reading, results.

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Strong player. Vote-counting machines bylaw, which limits mayorsaid •there had been issues 100% werecustomer first used satisfaction in Thomp- al candidates to $10,000 in Driven to obtain caused by voting machines son for the 2014 municipal spending and those running in other jurisdictions and election and again in 2018. for council to $5,000, is Country and description countries, which heCity did not An agreement for rental of essentially the same as the Thompson, Manitoba identify. He also asked if the machines, software li- one put in place in 2018, hand counting might be censing and servicing with with the exception of the usedApplication in the event Details: of a dis- Dominion Voting Systems voting date being changed. pute,Recruiting which theManager: city man- Henri from April 1, 2014 to Municipal elections in Beck agerHR confirmed was Nathalie includ- Gaudet Dec. 31, 2018 cost about Manitoba will be held Oct. Manager: ed in the process to resolve $35,000.

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BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET leaving. for the Pelican Crescent long construction delays. ment will be established on Police are for Thompson’s council property.

The asking resolutions Council also approved one of the lots to provide the public’s assistance approved resolutions con- approve their sale at a cost options to purchase on road access to the other. in $2.25 finding cerning the sale of four city- of Council was pleased to per sq.29-year-old ft. each, as two Moak Crescent lots, MitchellbyHoward Ledoux, one of which does not cur- see the land sales movowned vacant lots at their offered Meetah Building 27-year-old Steven Shane March 14 council meeting. Supplies, which intends to rently have road access. The ing forward, with Coun.

Klyne,housing 26-year-old Two of the lots are on build on theShawn sites, buyer, 11500201 Canada Kathy Valentino saying she Eric of Umpherville Moak Crescent adjacent one which is zonedand for Limited, applied for op- couldn’t recall ever pass20-year-old Nathan Walto Safeway and the mall, multiplex housing of up to tions to purchase valued at ing four property purchase ter Umpherville, all from $10,317.51 and $16,075.50, resolutions in one council while another is on Juniper four units. whobeen areempbe- which gives them the right meeting before.

Drive and the fourth is on Easterville, Both lots have lieved to haveAn fled to WinPelican Crescent. ty for years. option to to purchase the property “Moving forward, I think nipeg. The20four face numOnce the purchases are purchase Pelican Cres. for one year with an addi- we try to encourage more erous charges including competed, plans are for was provided as an in-kind tional one-year extension people to invest in those aggravated to assault, as- if required. Money for the city-owned lands so we can three of the four lots to be- contribution Thompson sault with a weapon and second option was already develop better housing and come the site of housing, Neighbourhood Renewal breaking andfor entering. two of which could have Corporation their Our paid to the city for an option stuff like that in ThompAnyone withhousing informamore than one unit.

Home Kikinaw de- to purchase one of the lots son,” said Coun. Duncan tion on any of the sus- that RCMP atapproved 204-329-2004 or Wong.

Tips can also be submitted The first two resolutions velopment project in 2012. was by counpects’ whereabouts is cil Crime Stopper Anonymonline at www. were for agreements with It was intended to be the in July 2020. Options are securely Coun. Les Ellsworth’s asked Chemawawin ouslyatat 1-800-222-8477. manitobacrimestoppers.

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Frontier School Division stands alone on mask requirement

BY MAGGIE MACINTOSH

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

The Frontier School Division, which encompasses classrooms in Grand Rapids, Churchill and elsewhere in Northern Manitoba, is the only one of its kind that continues to mandate masks for K-12 learning.

Thirty-six of the province’s 37 public school divisions ended their requirements for students, staff and school visitors to don face coverings indoors March 15.

The overwhelming majority of school leaders are now recommending the personal protective equipment, to mirror the latest Manitoba-wide loosening of COVID-19 precautions.

Frontier’s chief superintendent said many communities north of the 53rd parallel are not yet ready for such a drastic shift.

“Parents and the community need to know that we as a school division are doing everything that we can to continue to make schools a safe place,” Reg Klassen told the Winnipeg Free Press.

One northern school and its surrounding community was in pandemic-driven lockdown, as of March 15, while another had just resumed face-to-face instruction and three learning facilities continued to operate with alternate-day pro-

gramming to accommodate safety precautions, he said.

The division’s ongoing mask mandate, in addition to physical distancing and cohorting, will remain in place until at least April 21.

Frontier’s board of trustees and senior administration are expected to meet beforehand to determine how to proceed.

“It’s not an easy decision, but it’s about being safe and moving to a place that the government is saying we need to get to at a pace that’s comfortable for us,” Klassen said, adding there have been few complaints about masks in comparison to the “silent majority” satisfied with current measures.

The chief superintendent, who oversees the largest geographical division in Manitoba, listed numerous reasons for the status-quo policy.

Many First Nations have faced severe COVID-19 outbreaks, as a result of having close-knit communities and overcrowding in homes due to limited infrastructure and poverty. During these periods, schools have been shuttered either partially or completely.

Family mistrust in government, which is rooted in intergenerational trauma, has also caused apprehension to send students to school throughout the pandemic. Meantime, remote

learning has been a challenge in communities with poor internet connectivity, and student disengagement has been an issue.

Klassen said a slow reopening is important, so parents and students alike are confident in schools being safe spaces — especially given many Frontier classrooms had to be moved into remote learning again this year.

The trip to get to a hospital from many northern communities is a lengthy one and the travel advisory between the North and Winnipeg was only just dropped after midnight March 15, so many feel the sudden rollback in restrictions is being rushed, he added.

In a prepared statement earlier this week, Education Minister Wayne Ewasko indicated divisions and independent schools were asked to engage with the province before March 15 if they were considering maintaining a mandate.

Only one division (Frontier) did so, Ewasko said.

Citing concerns about the province lifting the indoor mask mandate prematurely before families gather and travel over spring break, MB Students for COVID Safety — a Winnipeg-based collective of high schoolers — organized a walkout and protest on March 21.

Spring break is scheduled for March 28 to April 1.

public schools in order for there to be an equitable and proportionate number of Indigenous teachers for the number of Indigenous students in Winnipeg Those nearly decade-old figures indicate just under 17 per cent of the student population self-identified as Indigenous at the time.

Sheniel Nasekapow, 18, described feeling “isolated” and “unwanted” when she was the only Indigenous student in her early high school career at John Taylor Collegiate.

Nasekapow recalled several uncomfortable situations when classroom discussions about residential schools and Indigenous culture put her on the spot.

The high schooler said there was a shift when she transferred to Children of the Earth High School, which is where she met her first Indigenous teacher — an experience that made her want to become an educator.

“I want to teach younger students … It would mean a lot to me if they saw an Indigenous teacher in the classroom, a young role model to them,” added Nasekapow, who is enrolled in Build From Within, a teacher development program run by the Winnipeg School Division, University of Winnipeg, and Indspire Canada.

Members of WIEC acknow-

ledge there are many initiatives that aim to graduate more Indigenous teachers, but the collective has a concrete proposal to scale up graduation numbers.

The strategy would first involve the creation of a one-year job training program with work placement experience and mentorship opportunities for 100 participants every year for five years to become “community teacher service workers.”

The Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development would oversee this program and target Indigenous parents and adult learning centre participants interested in a career in education.

Community teacher service worker graduates would then be laddered into a new bachelor of education in Indigenous knowledges program operated by the Neeginan College of Applied Technology. WIEC’s pitch is to secure federal funding for living allowances and tuition so participants can study fulltime in the hopes the community college can graduate as many as 125 teachers over nine years.

In addition, Neeginan would launch an educational assistant laddering program to the new bachelor degree so there is a pathway for Indigenous school support staff to become teachers.

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Frontier School Division Frontier School Division chief superintendent Reg Klassen

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LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG FREE PRESS Indigenous leaders in Winnipeg have a pitch to recruit more First Nations, Métis and Inuit people to become teachers.

The Winnipeg Indigenous Executive Circle released a report March 16 that outlines a severe under-representation of Indigenous educators in the city, the limited school division and university demographic data available, and a list of calls to action to address both.

“The current system isn’t working,” said Heather McCormick, of the group’s education committee, who co-authored the State of Equity in Education report.

“On average, the University of Winnipeg and University of Manitoba combined graduate 35 Indigenous students per year.

Based on that, it would take 20 years to develop enough (classroom representation).”

The 32-page report is the second of its kind. The group released the inaugural review — which is not unlike an education equity report card for K-12 and post-secondary learning institutions — in October 2020.

Drawing on 2013-14 provincial survey data, WIEC estimated in its 2020 report that 570 more educators must be hired in

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The boys team fell 73-49 to the Transcona Titans in the consolation quarterfinals.

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 Indigenous learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.

KENANOW FACULTY OF EDUCATION Assistant/Associate Professor or University Instructor Full-Time Regular Positions Various locations in Northern Manitoba Competition No: 22-024 Closing Date: April 19, 2022 Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers”, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY Child Protection Investigator – Permanent Position Designated Intake Office The Pas, Manitoba Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency (CNCFCA) is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. CNCFCA is dedicated to providing comprehensive CFS Services that are community-based and incorporate both protection and prevention services.

Our agency will strive to maintain family unity.

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Child Protection Worker is to provide services by implementing the Child & Family Services Act, Standards and Objectives set by Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES: § Investigating all Child Protection Matters and ensuring good case work through: § Planning and conducting investigations; § Documentation; § Information sharing and training; § Child apprehension.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE § Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred); § Familiar with Child & Family Services Act; § Ability to speak one of the Swampy Cree Dialects is an asset; § Must possess Case Management skills; § Good Oral/Written Communication skills; § Must have strong computer skills and a working knowledge of all MS Office applications; § Applicants subjected to Police Check and Child Abuse Registry Check; § Valid Manitoba Driver’s license; § Travel as required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT § Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse registry check and prior contact check; § Cannot be active on a protection case; § Must maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency requirements; § May be assigned to provide coverage or support for other office locations from time to time and as required; § Other duties related to the position may be assigned.

Deadline: March 31, 2022 @ 4:00 pm Submit cover letter & resume along with three (3) references marked “personal & confidential” to: Human Resource Manager Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Box 10130, Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Our office ensures that best practices in COVID-19 are observed.

Under Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency’s COVID-19 vaccinations policy, all applicants are required to be fully vaccinated.

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

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Anti-pipeline protests at Standing Rock inspired song by duo with Northern Manitoba connection

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Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Spirit Trail Spirit Trail, made up of Destiny Fiddler from Northern Manitoba, left, and Chas Piper from Ontario, right, recently released a song called “Water Protectors,” which was inspired by 2016 anti-pipeline demonstrations at Standing Rock Indian Reservation in North and South Dakota.

A music duo featuring one member from Northern Manitoba recently released a song paying tribute to water protectors at Standing Rock Indian Reservation in North and South Dakota who tried to stop construction of an oil pipeline in 2016.

“Water Protectors” by Spirit Trail is not only about the Dakota Access Pipeline protests but also people’s attitudes towards the environment and natural resources, particularly in the Indigenous worldview.

“Water is our lifeblood and it is our responsibility to care for and protect it before it is too late,” says Destiny Fiddler, one-half of Spirit Trail, who is a member of Mathias Colomb Cree Nation at Pukatawagan and grew up in Thompson and Flin Flon. “There’s no time to take lightly the degradation and poisoning of our sacred waters. Where will we be when there’s nothing clean to drink and the medicine won’t grow?”

Chas Piper, who was born in Windsor, Ont. and met Fiddler in 2019 at a tree

planting camp near Thunder Bay, says “Water Protectors” was written to inspire the revolutionary response displayed at Standing Rock in Canada and elsewhere around the world.

“Right now the Wet’suwet’en are defending their sacred waters from another pipeline,” he said in a press release. “People need to wake up and realize the fight is theirs … whether they are in a city, on the rez or wherever. There are things we all can do where we are and we have to stand together. We must follow the lead of Indigenous people and protect our Mother Earth.”

After they met and fell in love, Fiddler and Piper headed west, writing songs and busking in the Kootenays and Rocky Mountains before travelling northeast to Fiddler’s grandmother’s trapline in Northern Manitoba. They then moved to Saskatoon, where they spent the first part of the COVID-19 pandemic before heading to Kingsville, Ont. Spirit Trail’s first single “Indian Time,” about their

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Requests applications from interested individuals with experience, knowledge and capacity in such disciplines as air transportation, aviation, business finance, engineering or other experience which will assist in the management of the affairs of the Corporation as an on-going, viable, commercial enterprise.

For further information on the role of the Board of Directors please contact: Curtis Ross Acting CEO via email Curtis.ross@fly-yth.ca.

Please send a letter of application to Thompson Airport Authority P.O Box 112 Thompson, Mb R8N 1M9 Email: Melissa.Lounsbury@fly-yth.ca Fax: 204-778-6477 Submission deadline is April 4, 2022

experiences on the trapline, was recorded in September 2020 and released to folk and college radio stations in Canada and the U.S. on Halloween of that year.

“Water Protectors” is available on Spotify, Soundcloud, Apple Music, Amazon and YouTube.

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Human Resource Coordinator MKO Thompson or Winnipeg Sub-Office–Full-Time Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Incorporated is seeking an individual with a wide range of HR experience that would work and perform the functions of HR Coordinator. Under Supervision of the MKO Executive Director, the incumbent will perform administrative functions, coordinate and support all HR activities associated with tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organizations human resource department.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and provide assistance; • Redirect HR related calls or distribute correspondence to the appropriate person of the team; • Work in cooperation with the MKO Payroll Administrator to maintain records of personnel-related data (payroll, personal information, request for leaves, etc.); • Support the recruitment/hiring process by sourcing candidates, performing background checks, assisting in shortlisting, issuing employment contracts etc.; • Assist program managers in performance management procedures & reviews; • Schedule meetings interviews, etc.; • Perform orientations, onboarding and update records with new hires; • Coordinate training sessions; • Maintain and update MKO policy to meet objectives of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak, Inc.; • Other duties as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Human Resource Management diploma and/or combination of training and 5 years’ experience in HR support function as an HR Coordinator; a relevant combination of education and work experience will be considered; • An understanding of First Nations/government policies, procedures, programs and services; • Proof of double vaccination required; • Ability to handle data with confidentiality; • Computer experience, specifically with Outlook, Word and Excel spreadsheets; • Strong organizational and time management skills; • Must have excellent writing, oral, inter-personal skills; • Must be able to meet deadlines within short time lines; • Must be able to travel and have a valid class 5 license; • Ability to speak/understand a First Nation language is a definite asset.

• Clear criminal record, child abuse and vulnerable sector checks are required.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. If this sounds like the right fit for you, please email your cover letter and resume by 4:00PM on March 29, 2022 to: Dorothy Smith at dorothy.smith@mkonorth.com.

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

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PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT: BUNIBONIBEE SUB-OFFICE LOCATION: OXFORD HOUSE, MB Position: Receptionist One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position The Receptionist will be responsible for a variety of clerical office duties in support of office administration. Some of the duties include but are not limited to: answering and referring incoming telephone calls, administering Agency correspondence, typing and formatting, filing, ordering office supplies, coordinating and communicating office activities, greeting visitors and booking boardroom for meetings.

The Receptionist is the first point of contact and is expected to be punctual, professional, self-motivated and exercise initiative in determining work priorities.

Qualifications: • A minimum of 2 years of reception experience • Completion of an administrative office certificate or secretarial course preferred • A combination of education and experience will be considered • Ability to operate a variety of office equipment • Proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel and Outlook • Minimum typing speed of 45 wpm • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Personable and have a positive attitude • Ability to speak and/or understand Cree would be an asset Working Conditions: • Fast-paced environment • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and driver’s abstract (if applicable) Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Closing Date: Monday, April 11, 2022 Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2022-028 on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email, in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2022-028 315 McGee Street, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7 Fax: 204-790-4455 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process **Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster

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by February 2, 2018 to:MB. R0B 2J0 Box 10130, Opaskwayak, Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer Fax:Drive 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca 867 Thompson South Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected Fax: (204) 778-1477 for further consideration will be contacted.

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Northern RHA hasCOVID-19 a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to selfvaccinations policy, all applicants declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all are required to be fully vaccinated. candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY

Human Resource Generalist– Permanent Position LOCATION: Regional Office at 204 -6774534 OFFICE: The Pas, Manitoba

call us orNation email Cree Child &ads@thompsoncitizen.net Family Caring Agency (CNCFCA) is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. CNCFCA is dedicated to providing comprehensive CFS Services that are community-based and incorporate both protection and prevention services.

Our agency will strive to maintain family unity.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Resource Generalist facilitates and provides a full range of HR services to CNCFCA and all employees in various locations.

Provides guidance, support and direction regarding all Human Resources matters to all CNCFCA. RESPONSIBLITIES: § Employee Attendance § Training and Development § Benefits Administration § Compensation § Recruitment and Selection § Employee Communication EDUCATION & TRAINING § Human Resources Management Diploma or related equivalent education (preferred) § Minimum three years human resources management experience is required KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE § Ability to use a variety of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and database systems § Ability to deal effectively with a variety of visitors and circumstances § Knowledge of customer service (preferred) § Good organizational skills and working knowledge of office and administrative procedures and related equipment (preferred) § Excellent oral and effective communication skills (preferred) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT § Must pass a child abuse registry check and prior contact check § Cannot be active on a protection case. § Must maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency requirements. § Varied amounts of travel required § Must have a valid Manitoba’s driver’s license § Must be able to provide own vehicle for work § Other duties related to the position may be assigned Deadline: March 28, 2022 @ 4:00 PM SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME ALONG WITH THREE (3) REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: Human Resource Manager Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Box 10130, Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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

Job Summary Reporting towww.thompsoncitizen.net the Home Care Manager, the Home Care Nurse is responsible for promoting, protecting & preserving the health of Marcel Colomb community members through services directed to home care clients. The Home Care Nurse provides holistic care & practices nursing as defined by the Registered Nurses Act & in compliance with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice & Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics; cares for & directs the overall care of clients; is responsible for advocating, providing information, educating & supporting clients to ensure that the highest possible standard of service is provided; follows Marcel Colomb policies & procedures; works in a multidisciplinary team & may be called Public (Laywithin Bencher) upon toRepresentative assist with other duties the scope of the The Law Society of Manitoba is the independent body department. established under The Legal Profession Act to regulate the practice ofRequirements: law in Manitoba. The Law Society regulates the legal Position profession in the public interest and is looking for candidates to as benchers for the 2022 to 2024 term. The benchers • serve Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical are members of the –board of directors of the Law Society • theCRNM or CLPN Active Registration of and include elected lawyers, appointed lawyers • Manitoba Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License and public representatives.

• Daily access to a vehicle

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The the policy the Law Society, enact rules • benchers Criminalset record & childofabuse registry checks pursuant to The Legal nursing Profession Act, set standards of • 2 years of related experience admission practice, and carryWord, out corporate responsibilities • Profiand ciency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook such as policy-making, business planning and budgeting.

• Immunization record up to date Benchers sit on a number of committees and policy-making task forces whichJanuary have decision-making responsibilities.

Closing Date: 5, 2018 at 4pm.

No late

submissions willhave be accepted.

Benchers must sound judgment, integrity and good analytical and decision-making skills. Desirable skills and attributes for the appointed Applications Must Include: benchers of the Law Society include: •• experience A cover letter that indicates how you meet sitting onclearly committees and/or boards position requirements • anthe interest in professional regulation •• the Resume ability and time to deal with a significant amount of • material Copy of credentials education) in preparing for(licenses, meetingstraining, and hearings •• experience Three references (colleague, or manager) in strategic planningsupervisor and policy development and contact information Lay benchers receive a modest honorarium for their services.

Criminal record in check & child abuse checks If•you have an interest the regulation of theregistry legal profession indication they have been applied for) and in(or serving as a that public representative (lay bencher) for • Law Personal information (phone email) the Societycontact of Manitoba, please email &your resume to pbourbonnais@lawsociety.mb.ca directed to the attention Your will not proceed interview without the of theapplication Chief Executive Officer by noto later than April 14, 2022. above To obtain a complete job description, To learn information. more, visit www.lawsociety.mb.ca for additional information or to apply for this position please contact or submit your application to: Email or drop off only

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Cree Nation Tribal Health OPPORTUNITY Centre 107 Edwards Avenue, The Pas AWASIS AGENCY Noreen Singh, FinanceOF Manager, nsingh@tribalhealth.

NORTHERN MANITOBA ca or UNIT:Lead, BUNIBONIBEE SUB-OFFICE Wilma Cook, TNO/Team wcook@tribalhealth.ca LOCATION: OXFORD HOUSE, MB Please mark all correspondence “CONFIDENTIAL” Position: Administrative Support/Case Aide Please note that only those selected One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position for an interview will be contacted Summary of Position:

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

Qualifications: • Combination of education and experience in related field • Commitment to community-based service delivery • Working knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and issues • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) an asset • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills • A strong work ethic and reliable • Proven ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team setting • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree or Dene language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: • Fast-paced environment • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Closing Date: Monday, April 11, 2022 Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2022-027 on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email, in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2022-027 315 McGee Street, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1M7 Fax: 204-790-4455 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process **Note: Awasis Agency Vaccination policy mandate: fully vaccinated plus booster

Social Work), funded under the Jordan’s Principle- Child First Initiative Project for Marcel Colomb First Nation The purpose of the newly funded Jordan’s Principle Child First Project is to implement a comprehensive and integrated approach of coordinated services to help Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Marcel Colomb First Nation Health to provide support and respond to children with complex and special needs and their families, in partnership with other health and social professionals and agencies. These services should significantly contribute to quality of life ensuring that children and their families are enabled to experience a life that is as full and as normal as possible.

JOB TITLE: Field Service Technician for Maclean Engineering LOCATION: Thompson, MB Position Summary: QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE / DUTIES Case Manager position provides a comprehensive •The Certificate of Qualification as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic community health service conjunction withMillwright, its healthand (HDM) preferred.

HDEM, Truckinand Coach, Aircraft, care team. Journeyman The Case Manager will provide supervision Automotive will also be considered.

3rd and 4th year &Apprenticeships peer support in toheavy the Child Development Workers, duty equipment may also be considered. the Case Manager and Respite Workers, in •Assistant Preferred to Minimum 3 years hands-on experience as Journey each SCTC community to mobile provideequipment a model of service Person, preferably on heavy for children withinterpreting complex needs and their •delivery Proficiency reading and mechanical blueprints, families. which services have a hydraulicProvide assemblyelements drawingsin and electrical wiring take the lead securing •particular Teardown,responsibility re-assemble, to commission/ testinand trouble-shoot effective development, delivery and of services.

MEMCO equipment at customer sitesreview or MEMCO facility, as Recognize required the deficits with service systems and the need protecta valid children through early intervention, sharing •to Possess driver’s license and clean driving abstract information, co-ordination of services and for •of Willing and able effective to travel domestically and/or internationally appropriate training.if required (valid passport will eventually extended durations be required) cations: •Qualifi Proficiency in Microsoft Office products • Willing to work overtime, if or when required • RN or BN preference for someone with a nursing More Details of Duties and Responsibilities can be provided if background in rehab care and must be in good interested. standing with CRNM; or Bachelor of Education or Please contact Stefanie or Anton Bachelor of Social Work for more information at 204-778-1861 • Supervisory and case management experience; Resumes can be handed in at 139 Knife Crescent, • Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle Child First Initiative; or through fax at 204-677-2019 • Child development background or equivalent MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited an equal opportunity • Experience working in First Nationis Communities; employer andand is committed to providing employment accommodation • CPR First Aide Certification; in• accordance the Ontario Excellentwith computer skills Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Actculture; (2005).

• Knowledge of Cree language and • A highly-motivated individual Co. whoLimited is innovative and MacLean Engineering & Marketing will provide has a proven ability to work a very high degree accommodations to job applicants withwith disabilities throughout the of accuracy and detail; recruitment process. If youattention require anto accommodation, please notify • andExcellent time and facilitation skills; us we will work withmanagement you to meet your needs.

• Effective verbal and listening communications skills; • Strong leadership, critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.

• Valid Driver’s License, with ability to travel weekly.

PROFESSIONAL • The position is subject to satisfactory criminal and EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY other checks, and is subject to terms and conditions AWASIS AGENCY in a proposed written agreement.

OF NORTHERN MANITOBA

UNIT:with TADOULE LAKE (SAYISI DENE) Please forward a resume 3 references along with cover letter, in confidence, to: LOCATION: TADOULE LAKE, MANITOBA

Email or drop off only Noreen Singh, Finance Manager, nsingh@tribalhealth.ca Position: Family Enhancement Worker OR One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Wilma Cook, TNO/Team Lead, wcook@tribalhealth.ca Summary of Position: The Family Enhancement provide children Deadline toWorker Apply:will Open until filled.and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection applications system by providing preventative Only successful will be contactedservice opportunities and resources, facilitating awareness and education, for further interview. advocacy and counselling. The overall aim is to engage parents, extended family, and community partners in identifying problems and participating in services and supports that address family needs. The Family Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of resources, develop case plans, coordinate the resources and supports needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources such as day programs, respite services and other culturally appropriate resources. The Family Enhancement Worker will possess and utilize the interpersonal skills to work with children, families, staff, and collaterals.

Qualifications: • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) is an asset • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills • Excellent written and oral communication 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 • BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or combination of education and experience in a related field • Enrolled or interest in the BSW program is ideal • Sensitivity to and understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak the Dene language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: • Fast-paced environment • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information • Overnight and remote travel approximately 5% of the time • Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Closing Date: Friday, April 1, 2022 Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2022-029 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2022-029 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. **Note: Following the Provincial Mandate – all employees must provide proof of full covid-19 vaccination

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Decades Club

The Thompson Teachers Association would like to acknowledge and honour the following teachers for their years of dedicated service with the TTA and to the community of Thompson.

May you continue to inspire others for many years to come.

30 Years of Service

20 Years of Service

Phil Neziol

Dan Audet Kristin Donovan Tracy Hanson Karen McCartney Susannah Mueller Kelly Scallion

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After five decades of work, hockey official Bolton keeps on blowing the whistle

BY ERIC WESTHAVER FLIN FLON REMINDER

Back in 1972, 14-year-old Harvey Bolton stepped onto the ice for his first game as a hockey referee. Fifty years later, Bolton is still working as an official and introducing more people to the stripes.

This hockey season marks five decades of officiating hockey games and tournaments for Bolton. Now serving only in an off-ice capacity, Bolton has seen it all on rinks throughout the north and Manitoba.

Over that time, Bolton has refereed more games than he can count — he reckons the number is somewhere in the two-tothree thousand range. The longtime referee-in-chief of the Norman Regional Minor Hockey Association gained that title in 1980s and maintains it to this day — in fact, he was the lead off-ice official for a youth tournament and a junior B game in OCN earlier this month.

“Usually it’s a thousand kilometres or so a year on the vehicle doing this kind of stuff,” he said.

“It is what I enjoy — working with the younger kids, still enjoying supervising or mentoring junior games. Working with the kids is kind of what keeps me going.”

Bolton started out blowing the whistle for the Tom Thumb rink at the Whitney

Nickel Belt News photo by Eric Westhaver/Flin Flon Reminder Harvey Bolton is in his 50th year of officiating hockey.

Forum — a smaller rink located in the building’s basement. The players were nine- and 10-year-olds — those same players are now nearing retirement age.

Back in the days of line brawls and sucker punches, Bolton was one of the town’s main ice sheriffs, taking after his father, a former Bomber-turned-official who helped inspire him to wear the stripes.

“When I was first reffing, age 15 or 16 at the time, I was reffing at the Forum and at that time, the referees for the Western League would

fly in Saturday morning to do the Saturday night game and fly back out,” Bolton recalled.

“I was on the ice doing a game and when it was over, a fellow came into the referee room — the tractor room behind the skate sharpening booth — and brought me one of Mrs. Hutton’s paper cup Pepsis and a chocolate bar. He came in and said, ‘I just came over here because it’s my first time in Flin Flon and my first time in the Western League. I just wanted to see.’ That referee was [future NHL reffing

legend] Kerry Fraser.”

Continuing on through his teenage years, the Flin Flon native kept officiating games after graduating and moving away, reffing games in Dauphin and later in Thompson. Bolton would stay there through the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, becoming Thompson’s referee-inchief in 1977.

Bolton moved back to his hometown in 1982 and would work SJHL playoff games, ANAVET Cups, MJHL final games and others. Later on, Bolton got more involved with off-ice

officiating — observing other referees and linesmen and holding referee clinics while still travelling hither and yon to officiate games throughout the north. Bolton was on the Hockey Manitoba provincial development committee and was involved with supervising officials on different assignments.

For about the last 20 years, Bolton has spent most of his time in off-ice roles, usually only stepping on the sheet to lead clinics. In that time, Bolton was able to attend (and at times, organize) top-level referee clinics and international events. Bolton was an officiating supervisor for the 2002 World U-17 Hockey Challenge in southern Manitoba, which included future NHL stars like Alex Ovechkin and Zach Parise. Referees Bolton has trained and overseen have gone on to have long NHL careers.

“I haven't given anything up by being off the ice — I've actually had other opportunities that have been pretty exciting,” said Bolton.

Even without stepping on the ice often these days, Bolton said that the urge to go ref a game has tempered with time, adding his main role now is to teach and, at times, protect young refs.

“You know what? I find this so rewarding. We need the guy to be in the room

when, in a minor hockey tournament, somebody is upset and they want to go to the referee, I can get in there and I can say, ‘Hey, tell me what the issue is.' I'll go talk to the official, be that buffer and hopefully make it better for everybody. I think it’s an important job and we need more,” he said.

Running youth officiating clinics and encouraging future officials has been of utmost importance for Bolton over the years.

“For the kids, you're there as a mentor, you're there to maybe correct some mistakes, but give them the confidence to move on,” he said.

“I think it’s an important thing to do, to have that next person or group of people there and ready to go when the time comes.”

After five decades on the job, Bolton has little intention of slowing down. He wants to continue officiating as long as he can. His family has helped keep him motivated to keep on blowing the whistle.

“My family are the ones who made the sacrifice — there were birthdays and everything where I was at the rink when I was not at home. My family deserves the credit, especially my wife for the last long number of years because she has encouraged and supported me to continue,” said Bolton.

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