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Volume 57 • Issue 18

R. D. Parker Collegiate students honour Canada’s fallen soldiers RELAY RAISES MORE CASH THAN LAST YEAR NEWS - PAGE 12

TUMBLERS HOST GYMNASTICS PROVINCIALS SPORTS - PAGE 6

RDPC LACROSSE TEAM HITS FIELD SPORTS - PAGE 9

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Teresa Jenkins

BY TERESA JENKINS SPECIAL TO THE THOMPSON CITIZEN

EIGHT TROJANS HEADED TO BADMINTON PROVINCIALS SPORTS - PAGE 10-11

On April 9, 41 students from R.D. Parker Collegiate represented Thompson at the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge in France. The Battle of Vimy Ridge began on Easter Monday, April 9, 1917. Regiments from across Canada fought side by side in a distinctly Canadian victory that helped coalesce a new and stronger sense of national identity throughout Canada. As part of the Vimy and the Trail to Victory tour facilitated

by Education First (EF) Educational Tours, students travelled to three countries in 10 days. The tour kicked off in Paris, with students

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visiting the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral and climbing to the top of the Arc De Triomphe. The group then travelled to the Palace of Versailles to witness the beauty and grandeur of 17th-century France.

Once in the Vimy region, students were amazed by the Wellington Quarries taken over by our troops in World War I, in preparation for the battles that would help win the Great War. In the lead-up to the trip, each student researched a soldier who had fallen in battle during the First World War. On the day following the Vimy Ridge Commemoration Ceremony, the group travelled to Mont-Saint-Eloi to visit the Ecoivres Military Cemetery. The

graves of our Canadian soldiers make up an overwhelming majority of this cemetery, including those of men who were killed in the capture of Vimy Ridge in 1917. Students and teachers each laid a cross of thanks at the headstone of the fallen soldier they had researched, in recognition of the greatest possible sacrifice made by these soldiers.

From the Vimy region, the trip then continued into the Netherlands. The first stop in this area was Anne Frank’s House. This was an emotional visit that represented why so many Canadians fought to liberate the Netherlands in World War II. While in the Netherlands, students also had the opportunity

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to visit a clog and cheese farm (one of only three nationwide), tour the capital city by bicycle, and visit the Keukenhof, a world renowned tulip festival visited annually by millions of people from around the world who come to witness the stunning beauty of the gardens. After three days in the Netherlands, we made our way by train to Berlin, Germany. Students participated in a tour of the city, which included the opportunity to see the Berlin Wall and to witness the scars of war on monuments, bridges and buildings across the capital. On the last day of the tour, students visited Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp.

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OBITUARY NELS LEONARD ECKSTRAND (1940 - 2017)

Nels Leonard “Len” Eckstrand passed away on the morning of April 25th, 2017 at the Third Crossing Manor care facility in Gladstone, MB after a long battle with progressive supranuclear palsy. Len was 77 years old and had lived in Gladstone since 1993.

Born in Kelliher, Saskatchewan on February 8, 1940, Len lived in both Kelliher and Punnichy before entering the University of Saskatchewan to study engineering. He decided to follow in his brother’s footsteps and pursue geological engineering because Roger’s boots looked so cool. After graduating in 1962, Len moved to Thompson, MB soon afterwards to work at INCO as a geologist. This is where he spent his entire career and where he met his wife Lynda (Adamson) of Gladstone, MB. They married in 1970 and had two children, Karl and Lesley.

Vimy trip memories will last students a lifetime

Len enjoyed many activities including golf, curling, and especially singing.

He was often complimented on his beautiful voice and was a member of the United Church choirs, musicals, the Diminished Miners barbershop quartet, and a noted soloist when asked. Len was an active member of the Canadian Legion, the Masons, and the United Church for many years. After retiring and moving to Gladstone, Len’s gardening and gol¿ng increased substantially and even sat as a councillor on the Gladstone town council.

Upon Len’s diagnosis with PSP in 2011, his health deteriorated and eventually he made his home at Third Crossing Manor until his passing.

Len was predeceased by his father Lars, his mother Elsie, his brother Roger, his sister-in-law Marlene, his father-in-law George, his mother-inlaw Grace, his brothers-in-law Henry and Ken, and his son-in-law Michael.

He is survived by his wife Lynda, his son Karl, his daughter Lesley, his sister Evelyn, his brother Lee (Lorraine), his sister-in-law Helen, his brotherin-law Robert (Cindy), and many cherished nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday May 1st, 2017 at the Gladstone United Church at 2:00 pm.

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Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of Teresa Jenkins Continued from Page 1 This was the headquarters of the German concentration camp system and was later used as a prisoner of war camp by the Soviets after 1945.

Historical trips like these are so powerful for students because these tours provide young people with the rare opportunity to see history come to life. The memories made on the Vimy and the Trail to Victory tour will last these students a lifetime. The group would like to thank the Thompson community for your support in their fundraising efforts over the last two years. A special thank you to the Rotary Club, United Steelworkers Local 6166 and the Legion Ladies for your generous support.

This past year, the Legion Ladies donated $2,500 towards our trip. The Legion Ladies presented their generous cheque to students traveling to Vimy Ridge in January 2017. This extraordinary learning experience would not have been possible without your support.

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Letter to the Editor

Thompson Relay for Life an example of community banding together To the Editor: Cancer changes everything. No one knows this better than Relay For Life supporters in Thompson.

On this, the 15th anniversary of the Thompson Relay For Life, the Canadian Cancer Society honours the community, its supporters and particularly its volunteer committee for leading the cancer fight.

The Thompson Relay For Life is more than an event. It is a community experience where individuals, families and businesses come together to support one another, to honour our neighbours who have beat cancer, and to remember brave cancer fighters like Shelly Carey and Trevor Lowe that we have lost.

Every year, Canada`s Relay For Life season gets started in Thompson, Manitoba and every year, this community sets the pace for the entire country. And what a pace it sets.

Thompson has been an integral part of ensuring the Cancer Society continues to support vital research as well as programs and services that support all cancer patients. Funds raised locally have had significant impact – from supporting about 1,500 Thompson-area families a year through programs and services, to providing $14 million to fund 100 Manitoba research projects and bringing 56 clinical trials to the province so cancer patients can have access to the latest treatments and procedures.

It’s because Thompson Relay participants supported us that the government began covering the cost of cancer treatment and support drugs so northerners could stay at home close to family and friends and fight cancer. Since 2012, over 80 families have received $805,000 in benefits from this program, keeping money in their pockets at a time that incomes are declining and costs are increasing.

We have done so much together, including getting a $1.4 million expansion to the Thompson Chemotherapy Unit and starting a local transportation service in Thompson.

But with 6,800 Manitobans facing a cancer diagnosis this year, there is still much to do. Fortunately, we have outstanding volunteers and communities like Thompson that continue to lead the way.

It is fitting that this Relay takes place on the last day of National Volunteer Week. Thompson’s Relay For Life Committee Thompson is a perfect example of people bringing a community together to help others.

This group of dedicated volunteers focuses its energy throughout the year on making a difference and directing as much money to the cancer fight as possible.

We want to thank the Relay committee for its efforts throughout the year and over time. We particularly want to recognize the extraordinary commitment of Wally Itson, Donna Wilson and Jeff Lindstrom who have been part of this committee since the beginning – for an extraordinary 15 years!

Your dedication is commendable and your legacy will be counted in the lives saved and cancer patients supported in their journey. We all owe you a debt of gratitude.

On behalf of cancer patients, survivors and their families in Thompson, Manitoba and across Canada, we thank and salute the Thompson Relay For Life and we wish you the very best this year.

Cancer changes everything, but so can we.

Lynne Hudson President and CEO Canadian Cancer Society

Editorial

Relay not just about fundraising, but also the fighting spirit

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t is, indeed, as Canadian Cancer Society president Lynne Hudson said in a letter to the Thompson Citizen, fitting that Thompson’s annual Relay for Life, which wrapped up its 15th year on Saturday and early Sunday, took place on the final day of National Volunteer Week. For it is, from the organizing committee on down to the participants and all the sponsors who donate goods and services, as well as the entertainment providers and the people who open their wallets when asked, a veritable tidal wave of generosity despite the fact, unfortunately, that the fruits of the research funded by the money they raise will likely be borne too far down the line to have any effect on the people they know and love who are fighting cancer or may even wind up benefitting people they’ve never met and never will.

Apart from feeling good about what they’re doing, and hopeful that it will reduce the terrible losses so many have suffered because of the many varieties of the deadly disease, no one involved gains anything from taking part.

But they should feel very good this year after having raised about $129,000 to support cancer research and programs that benefit those battling the disease.

That works out to a little less than $10 for every resident of Thompson, which is no small feat.

Much of the time, when people make observations about modern society, they note that it alienates people, makes them feel isolated from each other and even, in the Internet age of endless videos generating cheap laughs at the expense of others’ misfortune, less compassionate. Some of those same feelings afflict people when they or

their loved ones fall prey to sickness and disease, whether it is cancer or any other type. They may feel alone, like they’re going through something that no one else has experienced, and that they have no one to turn to. But as events like the Relay for Life show, unfortunately that is not the case and the suffering caused by cancer is all too common and affects almost everyone.

No amount of money raised for research can ever guarantee that cancer will be eradicated, though the same thing was once thought about other diseases like polio and smallpox. It can, however, ensure that treatments continue to get better and, hopefully, that more and more people can overcome cancer diagnoses and see the disease go into remission and be declared cancer-free.

But apart from all of that, Thompson’s Re-

lay for Life is a special event, not because of the money, or the headshaving, or the entertainment, or even the inspiring spectacle of the Survivors’ Lap and the melancholy one of the Luminary ceremony, when participants pay tribute to those who have not been so fortunate. It is special because of the spirit of fellowship and of defiance that it embodies, the all-toohuman quality of believing, for better and for worse, that we have the ability to shape our own destinies and change what might perhaps be perceived as predetermined outcomes. An old saying goes that it is better to light a single candle than to curse the darkness and the Relay for Life shows how much ordinary people can accomplish when they set their mind on a goal and pursue it wholeheartedly for no greater reason than that they believe it worthwhile.

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Yogifoodipreneur

Cultured foods and how they improve our health

BY KYLIE MATECHUK Inside our body, deep into our intestines is a world of living organisms, the bacteria of our gut.

We are so used to hearing about bad bacteria and how it relates to many diseases and disorders that we face but we forget about the good bacteria, why we need it and what it does to keep our bodies healthy.

Good bacteria protects our body from disease, supplies us with vitamins, breaks down sugars and proteins and then produces short chain fatty acids. This is necessary for us to feel optimal health, full of energy and vitality. Without this process, we are simply not utilizing food the way we are meant to.

Eating foods and beverages that contain this live good bacteria is necessary for colonization and continued health or to improve health. Bacteria helps synthesize hormones and vitamin precursors, and helps the body in producing vitamin B12.

Do you feel sick and sluggish all the time?

Do you have digestion troubles and don’t know what to do anymore? Trying cultured, or fermented foods is necessary to improve your health.

I remember the look on the grocer manager’s face years ago when I begged for the store to start carrying kombucha, a fermented beverage that I call the miracle drink for gut health. One case was ordered and I sent all of my clients to pick up a bottle.

Nowadays they can’t keep them stocked they are so popular. What is kombucha? My daughter and her friend recently did their science fair project on kombucha because it is so simple to make yourself. It is a fermented tea that is fizzy (perfect for people weaning themselves from soda or beer). It comes in many flavours as tea does, and the live bacteria eat the sugars in the tea and what’s left is a bubbly fermented drink that anyone can consume.

Kombucha isn’t the only fermented food to try!

Here is a list of wonderful fermented food

you can buy (or even better, make) that you can consume every day, even multiple times per day. Research online or visit the library for more info and ways to make some of these at home!

• Dairy kefir: like a drinkable yogurt • Water kefir: basically made like kombucha, except you are fermenting water or coconut water instead of a tea. You can use juice, too.

• Yogurt: Full fat, (skim milk anything is not healthy for us!) and free of sugar. You can add your own raw honey to plain full fat organic yogurt and add your own fruit.

You can make yogurt so easily! You can make it out of coconut milk, or nut milks as well. Goat or sheep derived yogurt is the very best if you can find it!

• Sauerkraut: fermented cabbage • Miso: fermented soybeans or brown rice • Tempeh: fermented soy in a cake-like form.

• Kimchi: just like sauerkraut, mixed with yummy Korean spices and seasoning.

Explore with fermented foods. If you have children, include them in the process and show them the science involved with fermentation. It is super exciting and, I promise, is a very tasty process! Make a record about how you feel and what your energy levels are like. It is so important that fermenting becomes a normal household practice again!

Please send me pictures of your creations to kylie@yogifoodipreneur and tell me how it turns out!

As always, check with your doctor or health practitioner for any medical-related questions. This information is to be used as a guide and not to replace medical advice.

Kylie Matechuk is a certified, experienced yoga teacher, registered in gold status with the Canadian Yoga Alliance, and director of teacher training at Mo Tus Nua Wellness, the yoga studio she owns and manages in Northern Manitoba. She is also a registered holistic nutritionist with a passion for pediatric and digestive health.

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Kylie Matechuk Homemade strawberry kombucha

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Sports School District of Mystery Lake Change in Location for Regular Board Meeting on May 9, 2017 The Board of Trustees of the School District of Mystery Lake will be holding the May 9, 2017 board meeting in the library at Ecole Riverside School.

Thompson Tumblers host regional stream provincials

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

Success for All

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Thompson Tumblers From left to right in the front row are Karianne Beardy, Taylor Beavis, Morgan Johnson, Boe Brooks, Kennedy Courvoisier, Kayleigh O’Handley and Nevada Long. From left to right in the second row are Sadie Frost, Michaela Roeckenwagner, Chloe Halcrow and Hannah Ricketts-Slack. Shailey Toporowsky is in the back row.

BY DAWN LUNDRIGAN THOMPSON TUMBLERS SPECIAL TO THE THOMPSON CITIZEN

On April 22-23 the Thompson Tumblers Gymnastics Club had the

privilege of hosting the Edmond Financial Group Regional Stream Provincial Championships for the first time. Thirteen clubs throughout the province competed in levels intermediate through preprovincial. The clubs in attendance were: Brandon Eagles, Flin Flon Flintys, Steinbach Flippers, Grand Prairie Gymcats, Neepawa Novas, Southport Sapphires, Swan Valley Cheetahs, Turtle Mountain Twisters, Beausejour Elites, Springers, Winnipeg Gymnastics Centre, Silhouettes and Thompson Tumblers.

Pre-provincial for all ages as well as advanced ages 13-plus gymnasts started off the competition Saturday morning. For the Thompson Tumblers we had Shailey Toporowsky for advanced 13-plus.

Shailey placed seventh on vault, fourth on bars, sixth on beam, seventh on floor and sixth all-around.

Next to compete were advanced gymnasts aged nine to 12 and the Thompson Tumblers had three gymnasts in these age categories: Taylor Beavis competing in the age 11 category, and Morgan Johnson and Kennedy Courvoisier both for age 12. Taylor Beavis placed second on vault, first on bars, eighth on beam, fourth on floor and found herself on the podium for a third place win all-

around. Morgan Johnson placed first on vault, fourth on bars, eighth on beam, third on floor and fifth allaround. Kennedy Courvoisier placed first on vault, second on bars, second on beam, first on floor and landed herself on the podium for the first place win all-around. It should be mentioned that Kennedy’s all-around score was the highest for the advanced level in all age categories.

Intermediate ages seven to nine, 12 and 13-plus were next to compete.

Thompson Tumblers had five gymnasts in these categories: Boe Brooks for age seven, Sadie Frost for age nine, Hannah RickettsSlack for age 12 and both Karianne Beardy and Nevada Long for the 13-plus category.

Boe Brooks placed first on vault, second on bars, second on beam, third on floor and earned a podium finish of second all-around.. Sadie Frost placed fourth on vault, ninth on bars, ninth on beam, ninth on floor and ninth all-around. Hannah Ricketts-Slack placed fifth on vault, fourth on bars, fi fth on beam, fi fth on floor and fifth all-around.

Karianne Beardy placed fifth on vault, seventh on bars, sixth on beam, fourth on floor and seventh all-around. Nevada Long placed seventh on vault, first on bars, fourth on beam, first on floor and

earned a first place podium win for all-around.

Our last session of the competition was intermediate ages 10 and 11 and we had three gymnasts in these age categories: Michaela Roeckenwagner and Chloe Halcrow for age 10 and Kayleigh O’Handley for age 11. Michaela placed fifth on vault, fifth on bars, fourth on beam, third on floor and had a podium finish of third allaround. Chloe Halcrow placed sixth on vault, ninth on bars, seventh on beam, third on floor and seventh all-around. Kayleigh O’Handley placed seventh on vault, fourth on bars, 11th on beam, fourth on floor and eighth all-around.

It was a very successful event for our club with many positive comments from all clubs that attended. We had approximately 400 spectators over the two-day event, many of whom were local members of the community who brought their children down to watch and support our club. We are sincerely appreciative for the support. I would like to congratulate all of my gymnasts and thank them for their hard work and dedication throughout this season as well as all of our coaches and board members. It was a lot of hard work to host an event such as provincials and I feel we did it well.

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Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Carrie Oke The atom AA Thompson King Miners capped their season off with a parents versus players skate after two tournament victories and three third-place ďŹ nishes over the course of the campaign.

BY GREG LONG HEAD COACH SPECIAL TO THE THOMPSON CITIZEN

The atom AA Thompson King Miners ďŹ nished off the 2016-17 season with a parent versus player skate. The parents edged the young Miners by a couple goals in a hard-fought battle. After two ďŹ rst-place tournament victories and three thirdplace ďŹ nishes, the Miners

hung up their skates for the season.

The atom AA King Miners would like to say thank you for the support from the following sponsors: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (times three), Sasagiu Rapids Campground, Design Trail, York Factory Band, Roadrunners, the McIvors, A1 Financing, Stittco Utilities, Speedy Glass, Holmen Tree Ser-

vices, Doug’s Source for Sports, ET Blades, Tri-Funk Fitness, Nor-Man Electric and the Corner Deli.  Thank you to the Norman Northstars organization, coaching staff, trainer Mike Vallance and the players, in particular Hunter Halcrow, Alex Murray, Drew Tait-Reaume and Charles Monger.

I would also like to extend my gratitude to

my assistant coaches Mike Scaddan and Ryan Stuart, manager Cheryl Snooks, fundraising co-ordinator Carlee Monias and team photographer Carrie Oke. Thank you to the Thompson Citizen for covering the team throughout the season. Also a big thank you to the VRCC arena staff for all they do for these young players!

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CMHA Thompson’s

Annual Mental Health Week In 1951, the Canadian Mental Health Association created Mental Health Week, and has been celebrating Mental Health Week every year since. The week is designed to draw attention to mental health issues, to bring awareness and to educate the public on the effect’s that a mental illness can have on a person’s life.

Mental illness is a serious problem that affects the lives of numerous individuals in our Community and around the World. 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. The remaining 4 will have a friend, family member or colleague that will.

The stigma still remains; approximately 50% of Canadians would tell friends or coworkers that they have a family member with a mental illness, compared to 72% who would discuss diagnoses of cancer. Furthermore, according to the World Health Organization, stigma is the greatest impediment to treatment for people living with a mental illness.

The theme of Mental Health Week this year is “GET LOUD” for mental health! During the week of May 1st to May 7th there will be a full schedule of FREE activities that promote good mental health, supports and resources throughout the Community.

Monday May 1, 2017 KICK OFF BBQ Location: CMHA oɚces at 42 Fox Bay Time: 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM Free food, activities and PRIZES! Tuesday May 2, 2017 BRUNCH and LEARN Topic: Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace Location: Meridian Hotel Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Brunch will be PROVIDED! Wednesday May 3, 2017 MENTAL HEALTH FILM NIGHT Film: “When the Voices Fell Silent” Location: Thompson Public Library Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Refreshments will be provided Thursday May 4, 2017 EXPLORING THE JOURNEY OF RECOVERY WORKSHOP Location: Thompson Pentecostal Assembly Church (126 Goldeye) Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Friday May 5, 2017 COFEE ON US! CMHA staff will be handing out FREE coffee cards and mental health resources in the community– COME FIND US! FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER FOR THE RECOVERY WORKSHOP AND THE BRUNCH AND LEARN PLEASE CONTACT KATHERINE POHJOLAINEN AT CMHA THOMPSON: (204) 677-6051 OR educationtraining@cmhathompson.ca

Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace BRUNCH AND LEARN This Brunch and Learn will focus on the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace and how employers can implement it to ensure psychological safety and mental health in the workplace.

Date: Tuesday May 2nd, 2017 Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Location: Meridian Hotel Cost: FREE Brunch will be provided Please contact Katherine Pohjolainen at CMHA Thompson to register: Phone (204) 677-6051 or e-mail educationtraining@cmhathompson.ca

FILM NIGHT “When the Voices Fell Silent” is the true story of Sean and Doris Miller of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and their struggle with Sean’s diagnosis of schizophrenia and a bleak prognosis. The couple then turn this struggle into their personal road to recovery.

Includes interviews Michael Landsberg (TSN) and Sean’s doctors.

When: Wednesday May 2nd, 2017 Where: Thompson Public Library Cost: FREE Popcorn and other refreshments will be provided

Exploring the Journey of Recovery Workshop An introductory workshop to the concept of recovery in mental health.

Learning objectives for this workshop include: understanding the concept of recovery in a mental health context, the phases and stages of recovery, the stages of change and learning about your unique recovery journey.

Date: Thursday May 4th, 2017 Time: 1:00 to 4:00 PM Location: Thompson Pentecostal Assembly, 126 Goldeye Crescent Cost: FREE Please contact Katherine Pohjolainen at CMHA Thompson to register: Phone (204) 677-6051 or e-mail educationtraining@cmhathompson.ca

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Sports

Saunders snipes 13 goals in four games as RDPC wins once and ties once in first weekend of field lacrosse

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

R.D. Parker Collegiate

earned one win and one tie in the first weekend of the Manitoba High School Field Lacrosse League (MHSFLL) season April 28-30, with David Saunders scoring 13 of the squad’s 15 goals over the course of four games.

The Trojans opened the season with a 7-5 loss to the Westwood Collegiate Warriors of Winnipeg on April 28, with Saunders scoring three goals and Kruz Mitchell adding a pair, then bounced back with a 4-3 win over the Centre scolaire Léo-Rémillard Renards the following day as Saunders outdid his performance in the opener by scoring four times. Their second game that day saw them edged 4-3 by the Portage Collegiate Institute Trojans of Portage la Prairie, with Saunders recording his third hat trick or better in as many games.

Thompson Citizen coutesy RDPC Athletics R.D. Parker Collegiate’s field lacrosse team won once, tied once and lost twice by a single goal in their first weekend of Manitoba High School Field Lacrosse League action in Winnipeg April 28-30.

The opening weekend closed with the Trojans tying the Vin-

cent Massey Collegiate Trojans of Winnipeg as Saunders recorded his

11th, 12th and 13th goals of the season to lead all players in the

league in goals and points, eight ahead of the next highest scor-

ers, three of whom have five points in a tie for second place.

Elementary Teacher-Librarians Shelved!

The government says that improving literacy rates is a top priority.

But its cuts to education funding are forcing the School District of Mystery Lake to cut teacher-librarians.

Thompson’s students need teacherlibrarians to develop the tools they need to succeed, so tell the SDML to restore funding for these positions.

Thompson’s students need more support, not less.

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Eight top-two finishes and team championship banner for RDPC badminton players as hosts of zone championships

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Eight R.D. Parker Collegiate badminton players punched their ticket to the high school badminton provincials by finishing first or second in the senior competition categories at the Zone 11 badminton championships in Thompson April 28-29.

Kerri Allard and Logan Bobesko were the only senior division champions for the Trojans at the zone championships, defeating Kelly Lathlin and Tammy Mitchell of Grand Rapids School in the senior girls’ doubles final.

The Trojans’ two other senior doubles teams took second place, with Murphy Krentz and David King falling in the senior boys’ doubles final to Draven Hayashi and Avery Dick of Grand Rapids School and Kali Cummings and Daksh Vyas losing out to Ashelle Dick and Ashelle Bighetty of Grand Rapids School in the senior mixed doubles championship match.

RDPC took second place in both of the senior singles divisions, with Alyssa Campbell finishing as runner-up to Charisma Ferland of Grand Rapids School in the senior girls’ singles and Gavin Alcock dropping the championship match

RDPC claimed the Zone 11 team championship banner as host of the badminton zone championships April 28-29.

Thompson Citizen photos courtesy of RDPC Athletics More photos on Page 11 against Eugene Kakewash of Grand Rapids School in the senior boys’ singles.

RDPC also claimed the Zone 11 team championship banner.

RDPC also had one firstplace and two second-place finishes in the junior varsity divisions. Charity Bighetty beat Shanae Clarke of Norway House’s Helen Betty Osborne Ininiw Education Resource Centre to win the junior girls’ singles event. Athena O’Callaghan and Jenna MacLean lost the junior girls’ doubles final to Jurnee Bignell and Corale Chapman of Churchill’s Duke of Marlborough School, while Brandi Jenkins and Kale Mayor were the runners-up in the junior mixed doubles event after being bested by Kyla Spruyt and Gregory Carswell of Snow Lake’s Joseph H. Kerr School in the final.

Junior varsity players do not compete at the badminton provincials, which will be hosted this Friday and Saturday in Brandon.

Thompson Minor Hockey Association

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING May 24, 2017 at 7:00pm in the VRCC Gym Daksh Vyas and Kali Cummings

Alyssa Campbell

Kerri Allard and Logan Bobesko

Charity Bighetty

The following positions need to be filled: Vice-President Administration Treasurer Registrar On-Ice Officials Coordinator Hockey Development Coordinator Equipment Manager Fundraising Coordinator Novice Program Director Peewee Program Director Midget/High School Program Director Vice-President Technical Bantam Program Director Munn Cup Coordinator

Norman AAA Northstars Annual General Meeting Monday, May 29, 2017 7:00 pm Mystery Lake Motor Hotel

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Two firsts, six seconds for RDPC badminton players at zones

Murphy Krentz and David King

Brandi Jenkins and Kale Mayor

Gavin Alcock

BID OPPORTUNITIES Tenders/Proposals 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, MAY 12, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. (CST) RFT #12717 – SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF FABRIC STORAGE BUIDING. Friday, MAY 12, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. (CST) RFP #12617 – PROVISION OF BENEFITS CONSULTATION SERVICES. Bid documents may be obtained from the office of the Purchasing Agent, 120 Seal Road, Thompson, MB. Phone (204) 677-7974, email aadeyemi@thompson.ca between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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

The lowest or any 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.

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

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

Annual Registration Fees Spayed/Neutered $20.00 $21.00 Non-spayed/Neutered $66.00 $65.00

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

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

WASTE DISPOSAL GROUNDS WINTER HOURS Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:45 pm Closed Saturdays Please keep your ewaste until May 6, 2017

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Big jump in cash donations for 2017 Relay for Life The Thompson Relay for Life April 29 saw a big increase in the amount of cash raised this year over last, as the total rose to about $129,000, up from about $105,000 in 2016.

Two teams raised more than $10,000 apiece, with WTF topping the list at $13,291 and the Nelson River Fighters bringing in $11,069.

Six teams generated donations totalling between $5,000 and $10,000: TD ($7,988), Scotia ($7,398), Team Puttz ($7,057), Locks for Lyn ($5,845), Cancer Killers ($5,525) and the Jungle Jaguars ($5,476).

Other team totals were $4,898 for the Bedpan Beauties, $4,885 for Thompson Fire, $4,579 for the Daffodil Bunch, $3,561 for Coffee Buddies, $3,520 for Cool Runnings, $3,435

for the Hendren Clan, $2,720 for Zumba for Life, $2,290 for Steelworkers, $1,597 for Rainbow Wa l k e r s , $1,499 for UCN Nursing Students, $1,493 for Diamond Dance, $1,435 for Kreuger, Allen, Law, $1,385 for Team Gallant, $1,350 for Thompson Turkeys, $1,100 for Walkie Talkies and $90 for Ray of Sunshine.

“We want to thank all of our participants, volunteers and sponsors,” said a summary

by Cecile Martin in the Thompson Relay for Life Facebook group.

“Without your support we could not make the event the success it has been. We had a record turnout of volunteers.

An event as large as this cannot run without a huge amount of support. From many individuals to our groups such as the Rotary Club

Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Eclectic Studios Survivors await the Survivors Lap that kicked off the 2017 Thompson relay for Life at the Vale Regional Community Centre April 29. and Kinettes, we could not do it without you.”

Entertainers who per-

formed at this year’s relay included the Thompson Community Band,

Diamond Dance, Aamira Loveigh Wood, Aurora Dance Academy, John

Ham, Northern Dysfunction, Karl Bennett and Zumba for Life.

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

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For Your Personal Interview Email or Call Rick Leger 204-778-7081 rleger@mckaygm.com KITCHEN SUPERVISOR Chicken Shack in Cross Lake, Manitoba is looking for a supervisor. Hourly position- accommodation and meals provided. Please fax resume to 204-676-2274 or email msrawluk@yahoo.ca. 16-4-nb

502 • APT/TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT

Leo’s Home Decorating LTD. has one term position available immediately.

510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE 7 SELKIRK main floor office area 1990 sq ft, will sub-divide. Lower level from 100-1000 sq ft. variety of office areas.

J.B Johnston Ventures Limited, call 204778-5511. 39-TFN-nb OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft available. Cameron/Hoe building 83 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto.

204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306477-5668. 20-tfn-nb COMBO WAREHOUSE/GARAGE/OFFICE Spaces for rent 16- Beren’s Rd., Bay 2, 1380 sq ft. Available Oct. 1/2017 Behind Eric’s Plumbing – garage space with washroom. Commercial sized overhead door in back with man door.

For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516 Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing email: manager@friulirentals.com 48-tfn-nb

Retail Sales personnel and other applicable duties.

Full time, 40 hrs per week.

Please E-mail resume to leos@mts.net, or drop off resume at 137 Hayes Rd. Thompson, MB between the hours of Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

606 • GENERAL NOTICES I AM LOOKING FOR THE GENTLEMAN who witnessed a vehicle backing into my vehicle at the Wal-Mart front entrance on Thursday, March 9, shortly before 6 pm. This gentleman came to my vehicle and told me “If she denies it, I saw everything!” I would greatly appreciated if you would contact me at 204-679-0209 because she denied it! 18-1-d HOPE LOTTERY GROUP When the Lotto Max reaches $60 million, we play! Remember, in this group YOU hang on to your tickets for security. All players must sign the membership agreement. Target group size: 60. $100 per person every $60 million draw, with the option to opt out or quit at any time. Members wanted.

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1 & 2 bedroom apartments available immediately

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Call 778-7270 505 • HOUSES FOR SALE DEERWOOD AREA Three bedroom, one level home. Recently renovated and painted. Yard backs onto ravine. Asking $150,000. Please call 204-778-4271.

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510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE WAREHOUSE--STORAGE SPACE for rent, 73 Hayes Rd., 600 sq. ft. of storage or work space. Available Sept. 1/2017.

Off of main hallway with access to washroom, next door Iron Fitness. Hydro included. Tenant cost shares water. For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516. Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing. Email: manager@friulirentals.com. 28-tfn-nb

ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Shantha Gandamalla and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy Youth Pastor Colton Murphy Children’s Pastor Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday school 9:45 am, Coffee time at 10:40 am Church Service at 11:00 am thompsonchurch.ca ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Pastor: Arnold (Arnie) Pedersen Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON Congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays.

Phone 204-677-4495 LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm.

LIGHT OF THE NORTH CHURCH 32 Nelson Road GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 159 Cree Rd 204-677-3000 Sunday School 10:00 am AM Service at 11, PM Service at 7 Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 7 pm THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS everyone welcome sundays at 10 AM 83 Copper Rd For more information, church tours or home visits call the Missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr. - 204-677-3658 Worship services every Sunday at 11 am APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 Goldeye Crescent Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 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 BURNTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH 39 Beaver Crescent Thompson MB R8N 1C5 204-778-4494 Pastor Lee Pickett Sunday morning service 11:15 a.m Sunday evening service 7:00 p.m Wednesday prayer meeting 7:00 p.m

St Lawrence Roman Catholic Church On Saturday, May 13, 2017 we will celebrate three events: • The 50th Anniversary of the St. Lawrence Church; • Sr. Andrea Dumont will celebrate 25+ years serving in Thompson; • The 100th anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima, when Mary appeared to 3 little shepherd children.

After the Mass, which starts at 6:00 pm, our parish is planning a procession to honour Mary on this occasion.

You are welcome to join us as we celebrate all events.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

JORDAN’S PRINCIPLE – CHILD FIRST INITIATIVE SERVICES COORDINATOR The Keewatin Tribal Council is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong case management skills who will successfully implement the Jordan’s Principle – Child First Initiative (JP-CFI) program. This is a new program focusing on all First Nations children living on-reserve, who have disabilities or complex needs. This program will ensure those children and their families have access to the health and social services they need, when they need them and to ensure that they do not experience denials, delays or disruptions of services due to jurisdictional disputes.

Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health, the JP-CFI Services Coordinator position will be responsible to plan, implement, deliver and evaluate the JP-CFI program at the Tribal Council level, and support the program in each of the area communities.

QUALIFICATIONS: • BN, RN or BSW from a recognized education institution • Current registration and in good standing with respective regulatory body in the province of Manitoba • Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check to be submitted • Knowledge and respect for the culture, traditions and customs of the local First Nation communities.

• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills • Must be computer literate and have experience working with programs (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Knowledge of Federal, Provincial and First Nation Health Care Systems • • Experience working with First Nation organization • Must have a valid class 5 Manitoba Drivers’ License at all times and be willing to travel • Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be considered an asset.

A written application with detailed resume and three (3) work related references from most recent employers including one from latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Closing Date: May 12, 2017 Please Forward Resumes to the Attention of: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256

Thompson Golf Course The Golf Course has employment opportunities for the greens crew and proshop. Submit your cover letter, resume and references to the email below or to Earl at ET Blades, no later than May 12th, 2017.

We are looking for someone or a group, to organize and run the 49th Men’s Open.

To volunteer or for more info email the address below.

The Board is looking to fill the secretary position. If you are interested or would like more information please email. thompsongolfcourse@gmail.com

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, Friday May 12, 2017. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

WELLNESS COORDINATOR Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health, the Wellness Coordinator will assist member First Nations in developing their own Wellness Teams, supporting and participating in current Mental Wellness programming and capacity building, providing guidance and mentorship to community based workers. The Wellness Coordinator will provide assistance to all KTC member bands as requested by the KTC communities and will assist with developing of a cultural appropriate assessment and treatment approaches.

Layered Mexican Casserole A grande Mexican dish!

2 cups (3 ounces) Frito-Lay Baked Tostitos Tortilla Chips 8 ounces extra-lean ground sirloin beef or turkey breast 1 (8-ounce) can whole-kernel corn, rinsed and drained 1½ cups chunky salsa (mild, medium or hot) 6 tablespoons sliced ripe olives 1 cup fat-free cottage cheese 3/4 cup Land O Lakes no-fat sour cream 1½ cups shredded Kraft reducedfat Cheddar cheese 1. Heat oven to 350 F. Spray an 8-by-8-inch baking dish with butter-flavored cooking spray. Layer half of tortilla chips in prepared baking dish.

2. In a large skillet sprayed with cooking spray, brown meat. Add corn, salsa and olives. Mix well to combine.

Continue cooking for 5 minutes or until mixture is heated through, stirring occasionally. Spoon half of meat mixture over tortilla chips in baking dish.

3. In a small bowl, combine cottage cheese, sour cream and 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Drop half of cheese mixture by spoonfuls over meat mixture. Repeat layers. Bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese over top.

4. Continue baking for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and mixture is bubbly. Place baking dish on a wire rack and let set for 5 minutes. Divide into 6 servings.

• Each serving: 290 calories, 10g fat, 21g protein, 29g carbs, 878mg sodium, 307mg calcium, 3g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 1/2 Meat, 1 1/2 Starch/Carbs, 1/2 Vegetable; Carb Choices: 2. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Must possess a Degree/Diploma from a post-secondary institution in a health related or social work field with a demonstrated ability in counseling skills; experience with First Nations, community health planning, policy development and ability to build capacity within the communities; • Additional training or certification an asset i.e.: ASSIST, Critical Incident Stress Management, Mental Health First Aid First Nations and/or Psychological First Aid. Effective interpersonal and critical thinking skills required. Ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants preferred; • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with maturity and poise to interact with executives at the highest levels of government, business, and academia; • Knowledge of government policies related to self-determination of First Nations people and how these policies have affected them; • Ability to work independently and take initiative; • Minimum of 2 years of experience in management and supervision; • Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail and the ability to set priorities; • Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 applications required; • The incumbent must possess effective communication and conflictresolution skills; • Must be willing to travel on short notice to remote fly-in communities; • Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be a definite asset; • A valid Driver’s license required and access to a reliable vehicle; • Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Checks; • Child Abuse Registry Check.

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Closing Date: May 5, 2017 Late applications will not be accepted Please Forward Resumes to the Attention of: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256 Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, May 5, 2017. 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 Lisa Beardy, KTC Office Manager.

LOCAL 6166

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY United Steelworkers, Local 6166 is looking for an energetic Summer Student, who will be continuing his/her post-secondary education in September 2017.

Job will entail a combination of yard work and general office duties. Employment period is estimated to be for 7 weeks beginning Monday, July 4, 2016.

Please drop off your Resume at the United Steelworkers, Local 6166, 19 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, MB. Deadline to apply is Friday, May15th, 2017.

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MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is a privately owned Canadian company that specializes in the design, manufacture and marketing of quality mechanized equipment serving customers worldwide in Underground Mining, Commercial and Municipal Sectors.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and company bonus. We also support continuous learning and professional development.

We are actively recruiting for

FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIANS for our Creighton Saskatchewan and Thompson Manitoba Branches Requirements: • Teardown, re-assemble, commission/ test and trouble-shoot MEMCO equipment at customer sites or MEMCO facility, as required • Provide expert and disciplined analysis of structural, or mechanical, electrical or hydraulic systems • Acquired at Minimum 3 years hands-on experience as Journey Person within the mining industry, preferably on heavy mobile equipment • Possess a Certificate of Qualification as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic (HDM) • Current apprenticeship or Certificate of Qualification from similar trade will be considered • Possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract • Willing to work overtime, off-shift and weekends • Willing and able to travel domestically for extended durations if required

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We are looking for someone who will take an active, hands on approach in service during all operating hours as a server and/ or bartender and a member of the management team. The ideal candidate must have a passion for food and beverage service backed by knowledge and experience in the industry.

Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and a strong ability to multi-task in a high paced, constantly changing environment are necessary. This is a full-time position that requires days, evenings, weekends, holidays and some over time.

Looking for Summer students Must be over 18 years of age, with clear Criminal Record Check and returning to school in fall of 2017.

Pub ͭ​ͭ is actively seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join our dynamic team.

Applicants must possess a Smart Choices Responsible Service CertiƤcate, formerly known as Manitoba Serving It Safe or It’s Good Business and be over ͩͰ years of age with a valid driver’s license.

Please provide your resume in person at ͯͫ Commercial Place after ͩ​ͩam or by email to pubͭ​ͭthompson@gmail.com

CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES SUPERVISOR (Thompson Sub-Office)

If you are interested in being part of an established Canadian company we want to hear from you!

Please submit cover letter and resume no later than May 15, 2017 to: MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited Attention: Human Resources 1067 Kelly Lake Road Sudbury, ON P3E 5P5 Fax: (705) 671-7334 Email: humanresources@macleanengineering.com

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Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. is seeking one (1) full time permanent Child & Family Services Unit Supervisor for our Thompson Office.

A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment.

Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Director, CFS Supervisor manages a case load of children in care and/or Family Services files including protection and voluntary service cases under Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of programs and services. Offer assistance to children and families through basic counseling, advocacy and support as required. Works to empower families to adequately provide for the physical and emotional well-being of their family members.

Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree or a minimum of 3 years work experience related to Child Welfare; • Excellent assessment skills, child behavior’s management skills and sound knowledge of separation and attachment issues; • Excellent communication, grammar, and organizational, problem solving, computer and evaluation skills; • Good working knowledge of Provincial Legislation and Standards; • Must have a working knowledge of the Child & Family Services Act and Regulations; • Ability to take direction and provide appropriate service; • Willing to train; • Team orientated and self-motivated; • Knowledge and understanding of First Nation traditional values and beliefs pertaining to families and children; • Ability to speak and understand Cree considered an asset; • Knowledge of resources and collateral services available in the City of Thompson & Community of Cross Lake; • Must possess a valid driver’s license; Responsibilities: • Implementing the policies & specific directions as approved by the Board and directed by the Executive Director; • Coordinate the planning, development, and implementation and evaluation of programs & services delivered by CFS Unit; • Manages all aspects of service delivery & case management for respective CFS team; • Coordinates all court work related to statutory requirements & serving as Agency’s court representative; • Functions as an effective management team member; • Carry out personnel functions for respective CFS staff & assist in Agency relations; • Identify & assist in implementations of training needs and initiatives; • Providing direct services and other duties as negotiated.

• Ability to enter on an Information Data Base known as Child and Family Services Information System (CFSIS).

• Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please submit three references at time of application.

Salary: Based on qualifications Deadline for Applications: Tues, May 9, 2017 @ 4:00 p.m.

Apply to: Advertisement # NAA91 Attention: Hiring Committee, Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. P.O. Box 388, Cross Lake, MB. R0B 0J0 Or for more information contact: Sonya Kennedy, A/HR Coordinator Fax: 204-676-3251 Email: skennedy@nikanaa.ca Phone: 204-676-3902 “We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.”

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

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Check our job board regularly for the latest openings: www.glaciermedia.ca/careers

Please forward resume to Sabrina Norman (daymanager@junipercentre.org) 108 Nelson Road 204-677-2970 ext#1

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES WORKER (THOMPSON OFFICE) Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. is seeking (1) one full time Child & Family Services Worker in our Thompson OfÀce. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment.

Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor, the CFS Worker manages a case load of children in care and/or Family Services Àles including protection and voluntary service cases under Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. The worker is responsible for case planning, monitoring, referrals, and ongoing assessment and evaluation. Offer assistance to children and families through basic counseling, advocacy and support as required. Works to empower families to adequately provide for the physical and emotional wellbeing of their family members.

QualiÀcations: Bachelor of Social Work Degree or a minimum of 3 years • work experience related to Child Welfare; • Excellent assessment skills, children’s behavior management skills and sound knowledge of separation and attachment issues; • Excellent communication, grammar, and organizational, problem solving, computer and evaluation skills; • Good working knowledge of Provincial Legislation and Standards; • Must have a working knowledge of the Child & Family Services Act and Regulations; • Must be available to work after hours and perform on-call duties; • Ability to take direction; • Willing to train; • Ability to work as a team member; • Self motivated; • Knowledge and understanding of First Nation traditional values and beliefs pertaining to families and children; • Ability to speak and understand Cree considered an asset; • Knowledge of resources and collateral services available in the City of Thompson; • Must have a valid driver’s license; Responsibilities: • Management of case loads as assigned by supervisor; • On-going assessment and evaluation of families serviced; Empowers children and families to develop to their fullest • potential; • Court preparation; • Functions as an effective team member; • Advocate for families and children; • Referrals to other resources as needed; • Network with external/internal collaterals • Ability to enter on an Information Data Base known as Child and Family Services Information System (CFSIS).

Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualiÀcations. Please submit three references at time of application.

Salary: Based on qualiÀcations Deadline for Applications: Thursday, May 11, 2017 @ 4:00 p.m.

Apply to: Advertisement #NAA92 Attention: Hiring Committee, Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. P.O. Box 388, Cross Lake, MB. R0B 0J0 Or for more information contact: Sonya Kennedy, A/HR Coordinator Fax: 204-676-3251 Email: skennedy@nikanaa.ca Phone: 204-676-3902

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

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

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