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TNRC’s 2023 Mural Campaign

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

Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles has written a book about her experiences growing up, mostly in Churchill.

BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Though she’s20 now written A little over years ago, a book about her experienthe Thompson Neighbources growing up Corporation in Churchill, hood Renewal Addictions of (TNRC) wasFoundation created to help Manitoba director communitynorthern development in Gisele said writthe CitydeMeulles of Thompson.

First ing wasn’t something she on the TNRC’s agenda was always sheAt would a muralthought campaign. that do. time, Oswald Sawh was on youth I never of “In the my TNRC’s board and felt good at was writing,” she Jasyn Lucas the young said.

“But when I moved artist engaged to paint to Thompson to get many of the murals weinto see the school of social work, today around Thompson. at that point Ito had to write Fast forward today and for university and realized, Jasyn is now a well-known ‘Holy, I’m not bad at artist this, and well-established right?’

I certainly developed in Manitoba. a lot of skill in the university Oswald, now Execuand came out of there with tive Director of the TNRC, a very strong skill my believes “Murals arein a way writing and confi dence in to not only showcase Northmy writing.

I write very ern culture and our environclear and that’s beautify it. It’s there. ment but helps our Some people say it’s kind of blunt or direct. I don’t tend

to write things that you have to figure out. It’s pretty clear when get through.”

City.” IThis time an area in DeMeulles saidcore she wrote the downtown was her book, titled Whispers in selected for the TNRC’s the Wind: Stories from the beautification project–the North - Life Churchill the for parking lotinbetween a couple of reasons.

Strand Theatre and Prince “I just sort of business thought, Furniture.

Both you know what, this hisowners were onboard, and tory, this stuff that’s in the my they readily accepted head, it’s going to be gone concept drawings presented if don’t writeand it down,” she byI the TNRC Jasyn Lusaid.

“My kids are not cas. Jasyn is thankful to gothe ing to get if I don’ttodothe it TNRC for it “returning and it’s something I’ve alconcept of art enhancing ways wanted mythat mom to our public spaces helps do.

My mom’s an elder and our overall well-being and she’s anofartist, quality life.”she’s got so many wonderful beJaysyn speaksstories candidcause she always tells her ly of his experience as he stories at Parks Canada in was painting, “The mural’s Churchill always location inand theI’ve downtown hounded her, ‘Please, just core really showcased put it on tape, I will write it that medicine for others for you your story and for because me. Many people is going to be lost,’ and she’s never done it and I thought,

‘Oh, I’m just as bad, right?’

I have all these stories and Iwould need to capture them for stop by and bring my grandchildren really me their thoughts, smiles, because they willand be lost if hugs, prayers, storI don’t.” ies.

Some persons were Shesome also has a reputation sad, cried with me, as a storyteller herself. and some of them told me “I had such a varied hisabout their addictions and tory tell people how and theyI would wish they could stories and they go, stop drinking sowould that they ‘That’s not true, is it?’

I’d go, could paint. Some brought ‘Yeah it’s people true.’ They’d us food; broughtgo,a ‘You didn’t do all that,from did little bit of everything you?

You’ve got to be really all over and it was great. old.’ I was like,stressful ‘No, actually Some it was too Ibecause did all of that I was thebefore turmoil that 27,’ and they went ‘What?’” happens in our downtown Looking back, core at times.” some of those experiences things Jasyn gave are careful she might not do again. thought to his design “I did some choice.

Thepretty lynxbizarre was stuff likebecause fuel hauls the chosen ofinto Pisew high Arctic at -35,” said Falls, pisew means lynx in deMeulles.

“It didn’tand dawn local Cree language he on me“Iuntil after.

Thatawas says, want to paint lynxa very dangerous thing to do.

Being on a plane full of fuel

was not a very safe thing to do but I jumped at it. I thought was exciting because that of Pisew Falls, a until the plane landed and place I love to visit.

Often they started throwing the people showcase the bear, fuelwolves off andor I realized, ‘Holy the the raven, but cats, I was I think the probably lynx was sitting really on a bomb.’” suited because of the falls Another thing and how much joy that that spurred wasbring the space andher theonlynx hard times facing Churchill to the area.” since Hudson RailThethe bear and Bay its style way weresuspended chosen, in operations the words north of Gillam spring. of Jasyn, “Thelast bear was “It used to be a really great piece that I enjoyed thriving large community working on and it is cerand it’ssuitable just dwindled tainly to the down area. to small population Thesuch bearawas done in a style now,” deMeulles says. the on purpose that mimics Though there legacy of ashe’s great not friend of any longer, her parents and mine, Irvin Head, who her sister passed and other recently on.family Irvin members Head wasstill an are. amazing in“My cousin owns the dividual and artist in soaphardware store there,” she stone carving. He was also says. a grandfather, great grandBecause of that, deMeulles finds it hard to

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swallow when people say that Churchill residents should just find father, uncle, andsomewhere brother to easier to live. all he met. I remember him “To say, ‘Those people saying to find the lines in choosetotobring live out there.

They forms your art should just leave,’ is quite and to discover those storsimplistic.

It’s quite ies within the art. I disrefound spectful. in the the lines Ifinwe hiswere sculptures same in another area were boat so strong and they Ireally thinkheld we would scream the character about so why don’t they of thethat piece he was workhave theWhen option to do that? ing on.

I painted the Ipolar think right nowsure they’re bear, I made that feeling like they’re those flowing linespawns mimin a political game and icked that style thatthat’s was really sadby forIrvin.” them because I inspired think thealso people of ChurchJasyn wants to send ill really want a big thank you to to thrive.

Nicole They’ve builtand their worlds Brightnose Brandon there.

How for would feel McDonald theirwe hands if someone came to you and on artistic experience with said, ‘I’m sorry, you have to the murals. leave home community It isyour Jasyn’s hope that the and we’re going to displace newly painted murals will you somewhere and all help to start the else discussion your loved ones and your history is gone?’”

For all the harsh weather and the dangers of polar bears, if it and thedeMeulles process said of what had been viable she would needs to be done to help have moved back to Churchbeautify and keep clean ill in downtown a heartbeat.core area our miss the shoreline, for“Ieveryone’s enjoyment.I miss the rock, I miss the He reflected on the amount polar bears even though of garbage that he picked they’re very dangerous and up throughout the process Iand really miss the Hudson what needs to be done Bay,” says. “When I go to helpshe maintain our downback on the town home, public standing spaces. Finally, Hudson Bay looking on he says, “It’s up to theout busithe bay, it just gives you an nesses and the people they incredible Youto feel so serve, for sense. everyone take small and you feel great.” ownership of the downtown Now that she’s got and help maintain and keep one book under her belt, clean the area rather than deMeulles says she may try finger pointing.” to For produce moreanother. information on “I have in the TNRCanother and itsbook mural me,” she says.

“It’s acontact darker campaign, please story, more about persontheir office at 204-677al growth and struggles.

0760 or visit their website Maybe in the next five years at thompsonnrc.ca. it’s something I’ll focus on doing.”

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Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations plan to sue governments

BY KIMIYA SHOKOOHI

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, THE STARPHOENIX

Leaders from First Nations communities across the Canadian Prairies stood in unison on Tuesday, announcing plans to pursue legal action against provincial and federal governments for allegedly breaching treaty agreements.

“They held my hand and said, ‘You’re my friend,’ ” Sweetgrass First Nation Chief Lorie Whitecalf said at a Tuesday news conference in Saskatoon.

“As soon as the pipes were turned on, they forgot my name.”

Gathering under a large wooden teepee outside the offices of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) — with the support of chiefs from Saskatchewan and Alberta — expressed frustrations that have led to this point.

Leaders said they feel that agreements — including the 1930 Natural Resources Transfer Agreement and Treaty Land Entitlement Framework — are being ignored.

“What we are saying is our treaties are of international law. They trump federal and province laws,” FSIN Chief Bobby Cameron said.

“This is our basis. They failed in their duty to con-

sult … This statement of claim has been a long time coming — many, many decades to get to this point.”

Each chief shared stories of frustration and disappointment with provincial and federal leaders surrounding breaches to treaties, some of which were signed before several provinces became legally ratified.

The chiefs and leaders collectively called on governments to recognize promises that were made to First Nations people that have since fallen by the wayside, affecting their communities and putting them in dire straits.

Others cautioned that potential investors looking to Saskatchewan for business and natural resources to stay clear while the lawsuit is impending. Several of the chiefs said First Nations have not received agreed-to shares of profits from natural resources, as provinces and private businesses have reaped benefits in the trillions.

“There is no reason for us to be beggars in our own lands,” said Chief Kelsey Jacko of Cold Lake First Nations in Alberta.

“We talk about equalization payments when my people are in poverty right across Turtle Island, and there’s no need for that.”

Photo by Kimiya Shokoohi / Saskatoon Starpheonix Chiefs from the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) spoke on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 in Saskatoon, when the FSIN announced the organization was suing the provincial and federal governments over alleged treaty breaches.

They spoke of the suffering of the First Nations people. While there are prominent Indigenous

members of the community in Saskatoon, others are seen daily gathering on the streets outside charity

organizations.

“Surrender: there’s no word for that in our languages. We agreed to

share,” Jacko said. “Christopher Columbus didn’t find us. We found him, and we helped him out.”

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Manitoba Election 2023: Promises, promises...

BY BRENDA SAWATZKY

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, THE NIVERVILLE CITIZEN

With just better than four weeks to go before the provincial election on October 3, Manitoba's political parties are winding up for a busy month in which they’ll roll out a range of campaign promises.

Since early August, Wab Kinew and his NDP team have been actively getting out their message, making 15 separate platform announcements over three weeks.

The PCs and Liberals haven’t had as much to say yet, but the announcements are likely to heat up further once the election period officially kicks off on September 3.

A major part of Kinew’s focus so far has been healthcare. This is no surprise, since healthcare workers have been decrying the failing system for some time now.

The NDP have announced an ambitious plan to recruit 300 nurses for Winnipeg and many more to replace shortages in rural and northern areas.

Doctors Manitoba has been promised 400 more physicians. Paramedic, homecare, and personal care home staff will also increase in number. The four-year NDP plan aims

to accomplish this with a $500 million price tag.

“We will fix the staffing crisis in three steps,” Kinew says. “Plugging the hole in the bottom of the boat—retention. Bringing in reinforcements—recruitment and training.

And looking to the future to set clear long-term goals for our health system.”

As well, the NDP plan on reopening three of the emergency rooms that were downgraded to urgent care centres by the PC government in 2017. The new emergency rooms would be located at the Victoria, Seven Oaks, and Concordia hospitals.

Healthcare is also a high-stakes concern for the Manitoba Liberals. Without clearly laying out just how it will be funded, the Liberals promise to work on healthcare retention by improving the way existing healthcare professionals are paid. A long-term strategy will also be created to invest in new Manitoba teaching spaces, including a new University of Manitoba Campus of Rural and Northern Family Health in Brandon.

Making life more affordable is another pledge made by the NDP. According to Kinew, families are paying up to 20 percent more on their

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hydro bills since 2016. The leader says that he intends to freeze the utility rates for one year. He also plans to stand in the way of any plans to privatize Manitoba Hydro, although no such intention has previously been articulated by the governing PCs. With an election win, the NDP also intend to cut the 14 percent provincial gas tax, a fee which is currently being collected at the pumps. And no sales taxes would be increased, they say, as they attempt to balance the budget.

But while the NDP plan to maintain the 50 percent property tax rebate introduced by the PCs, there won’t be a 100 percent rebate like the Tories have promised to provide.

Perhaps one of the most glaring differences between the PC and NDP’s positions, so far, can be seen in the polarity of their responses to the proposed search of the Prairie Green Landfill for the bodies of two slain First Nations women.

To date, Stefanson stands firm on her decision not to fund a search, for reasons primarily relating to staff safety. Kinew takes a more amenable approach, indicating a willingness to fund up to 50 percent of the search.

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CITY OF THOMPSON BY-LAW NO. 2034-2023 Being an amendment to the City of Thompson Zoning By-law 1891-2012, as amended.

CITY OF THOMPSON BY-LAW NO. 2035-2023 Being an amendment to the City of Thompson Zoning By-law 1891-2012, as amended.

DATE & TIME Monday, September 11, 2023 7:00 pm GENERAL INTENT To amend Figure 48 – Permitted/Conditional Uses in the C-DTR Zone, by adding, “Kennel–Boarding” as a Conditional Use, in that specific zone.

AREA AFFECTED C-DTR Zone FOR INFORMATION CONTACT Lyle Safronetz Director Development & Technical Services City of Thompson Ph: (204) 677-7922, Email: lsafronetz@thompson.ca A copy of the above proposed By-law may be inspected at the location noted above during normal office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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HEARING LOCATION City of Thompson Council Chambers 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, MB DATE & TIME Monday, September 11, 2023 7:00 pm GENERAL INTENT To amend Figure 35 – Permitted/Conditional Uses in the C-MU Zone, by removing “Health Services” as a Permitted Accessory Use and adding “Health Services” as a Permitted Principal Use. AREA AFFECTED C-MU Zone FOR INFORMATION CONTACT Lyle Safronetz Director Development & Technical Services City of Thompson Ph: (204) 677-7922, Email: lsafronetz@thompson.ca A copy of the above proposed By-law may be inspected at the location noted above during normal office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Pursuant to Section 41 of the Municipal Assessment Act, NOTICE is hereby given that the 2024 Assessment Rolls for the City of Thompson will be open for inspection starting on September 6, 2023 at City Hall, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, Manitoba during normal office hours Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The public is also advised that the Board of Revision will sit to hear applications for revision on: DATE: October 6, 2023 TIME: 5:00 pm PLACE: Council Chambers, City Hall 2nd Floor, 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under subsection 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to a) liability to taxation; b) amount of assessed value; c) classification of property; or d) refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13 (2).

An application for revision must: a) Be in writing; b) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; c) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; d) Be filed by delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office above or by serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board (By September 20, 2023).

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The next committee of the whole meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. in council chambers at City Hall. The public is welcome to attend.

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councillor Luke inson, who served term on council m 2010 to 2014 bebeing defeated by yor Dennis Fenske he race to become d of council last e that Thompsonites t to the polls about e-and-half years – was in favour of ucing the numbers, h the other seven oped. Although counhasn’t yet voted on ond reading of that aw, the next stage ards it becoming ofal, there’s at least a er than even chance it will be approved. watchers of council have noticed, the posals that make o the council floor e a tendency to be roved by at least -thirds of its mems and, given that

many of the people opposed to the plan are the regular critics of council who attend meetings and ask their elected officials questions week after week, their opinions may not be enough to dissuade the majority from forging ahead, especially since the number of people who care about this one way or another doesn’t even reach double digits.

Whether or not the number of councillors or school board trustees should be reduced is not the sort of question for which there is a right or wrong answer. On the pro side of keeping the current numbers, the option that all but one of the school board members opted for, is the argument that it spreads the

workload around and allows for greater diversity of viewpoints, though Ryan Land was mostly correct in saying that, in terms of class and ethnicity, the trustees aren’t really a microcosm of the School District of Mystery Lake’s population as a whole. If you’ve been to many school board meetings (and apart from members of the media, well, you haven’t), you would know that they don’t often feature nearly as much debate or division as city council meetings, at least not over the past couple of years. But they’ve made their decision and it appears there will be seven school board trustees at least until 2022.

One of the arguments

for reducing members, the citizens of ThompDo you enjoy writing stories? whether they belong son elected more truly Thompson is looking for an individual to the The school board Citizen independent-thinking to join our news team. or council, is that it candidates who aren’t will saveLocal money.

The married tobeen aligning journalism has always a focus for us here at the Citizen amount is not large themselves with any and we want to keep supporting local news. overall – about $20,000 particular side, because in councillors’ salar- like rightto now, the or number If you would apply have any questions, ies per year plus apof opinions on council please contact Noah at 204-677-4534 proximately half that is generally two – for generalmanager@thompsoncitizen.net amount, or onemail average, and against. for annual travel and Maybe the low turnexpenses. For the city, out of people with which has a budget of opinions on how around $30 million, many councillors there that represents prob- should be isn’t an exably less than a drop in pression of apathy but the proverbial bucket, of pragmatism. Experithough it is about a ence has shown quite fifth of the overall cost often that this council of the mayor and coun- – and others before it – cil. is going to do what the Critics of the pro- majority of its members posed reduction say think is right, regardthat it will prevent less of what the most “new blood” from being vocal taxpayers think. elected and, theoretic- If that is the case, does ally, reduce the divers- it really matter how ity of opinions, but that many of them there would only be true if are?

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Vocal minority? Brandon school trustee wants committee to screen books

BY DAVE BAXTER

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE RE­ PORTER, WINNIPEG SUN

Children and teachers will return to Manitoba classrooms next week, and as a new school year is set to begin, an ongoing controversy over banning books at schools continues to cause turmoil in some Manitoba school divisions.

Just days before the new school year begins, Brandon School Division (BSD) trustees held their first board of trustees meeting for the 2023-24 school year on Monday evening, and once again the issue of monitoring and banning books was on the agenda.

BSD Trustee Breanna Sieklicki spoke at Monday’s meeting, and claimed that she believes that BSD has now “lost trust” among some parents and guardians because she said there are books in school libraries with content she claimed contain “sexually explicit acts, vulgar language, and harmful behaviours.”

“The precedent that we should be making is that we hear the concerns of parents and grandparents and we take your concerns seriously,” Sieklicki said. “We cannot dismiss these concerns, because some believe they are only the thoughts of a vocal minority.”

Sieklicki put forward two motions at the meeting, with one requesting that a committee be formed to review books and materials in school libraries and classrooms, and remove books that contain “adult content.”

A similar motion to form a book committee was rejected by BSD back in May, and on Monday no trustees seconded Sieklicki’s motion.

Sieklicki’s second motion on Monday asked that parents now be informed about all activities involving their kids, and about what kids are learning, seeing, and hearing at school.

“We must create a transparent parent policy within our division that will allow parents and guardians to be informed of all activities involving their children,” Sieklicki said.

“This will include classroom curriculum, thirdparty presentations, and personal student information. This will allow parents to have an option to optout if they deem something as inappropriate for their child.”

That motion also received zero support from fellow BSD trustees, and will also not move forward.

Controversy over what books are available in BSD schools and libraries has been brewing for months, after Brandon resident Lorraine Hackenschmidt proposed the idea to BSD trustees of a book committee during a May 8 trustee

meeting, a proposal that was later rejected by BSD trustees.

Hackenschmidt also said during the Aug. 8 meeting that she was concerned about the “LGBTQ ideology,” being taught in schools, while claiming some books on shelves in the division’s schools could lead to “sexual grooming and pedophilia.”

After Sieklicki’s motions received zero support on Monday, BSD chairperson Linda Ross said there are no plans to revisit the issue, because she said it has been decided.

“These matters have been dealt with by the board,” Ross said. “And unless I see some interest in the board on revisiting these matters, than we have made that decision clearly I believe.”

Concerns about books

available to children have also been causing controversy and turmoil in Winnipeg recently, as the Winnipeg-based Louis Riel School Division (LRSD) recently sent letters to 35 people who they say caused a “disturbance” at a June 20 LRSD meeting where book banning was discussed, informing them that they are now permanently banned from all LRSD property, including all division schools and administrative buildings.

“The division has a responsibility to protect students, staff and families from the aggressive and threatening remarks and behaviours that the community experienced at the meeting.” states the letter, which was shared publicly online by Winkler resident Karl Krebs, who is now

banned from all LRSD property.

“As a consequence you are no longer permitted at any of the division’s properties and/or premises.”

Talk of banning books has also been a growing issue in the city of Winkler recently, as during a council meeting on March 14, a delegation asked Winkler city council to stop funding the South Central Regional Library until certain books that touch on issues of sexuality and LGBTQ issues are removed from any areas of the library where they can be viewed or borrowed by children.

— Dave Baxter is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Winnipeg Sun. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.

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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 Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 11th day of the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described September, 2018, at the hour of 1:00 PM, at Town of Snow Lake, 113 Elm Street Snow Lake, properties are paid into fullsell to the prior the commencement the auction, Manitoba, proceed

by Municipality public auction thetofollowing describedofproperties: the Municipality will on the 4th day of October, 2023, at the hour of 11:00 AM, at Town Roll Lake, 113 Elm Street, SnowDescription Assessed Amount of Arrears & of Snow Lake, MB, proceed to sell by public auction the Number Value Costs for Which following described properties: Amount of Arrears & Costs Roll Assessed Description for Which Property May be Number Value AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING: LOT 13 BLOCK 3 PLAN 646Offered for 2300 L -$12,200 Sale PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE B -$58,100 30700 LOT 11 BLOCK 29 CONTAINED PLAN 786 PLTO (N CROWN L -$15,700 6,471.50 RESERVATIONS IN THE LANDS ACT DIV) ALL MINES, MINERALS AND B -$83,200 148EXC WILLOW CRESCENT

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The tax saleTWO: is subject to the50following terms and1 conditions with respect to each THE SWLY FEET PERP OF LOT BLOCK 17 PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC THE NWLY 20 FEET property: PERP SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN • The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any unpaid municipal THE CROWN LANDS ACT - 101 ELM STREET utilitiesAT andSNOW any property taxes not yet due.

LAKE AND BEING LOT 24 PLAN 749 PLTO (N DIV) L -$13,700 25900 $14,161.72 • The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE B -$44,800 CROWN LANDS ACT IN 68-17 WPM - 118 BALSAM STREET the arrears and costs.

The tax is subject to the following and conditions with • If thesale purchaser intends to bid by proxy,terms a letter of authorization formrespect must beto each property: presented prior to the start of the auction.  The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any property taxes not yet due.

Municipality makesmay no representations warranties concerning • TheThe Municipality exercise its or right to set whatsoever a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and thecosts. properties being sold.

• TheIfsuccessful purchaser must, at the of the sale, make payment in cash, the purchaser intends to bid bytime proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to certified cheque bank draft to the Town of Snow Lake as follows: the start of theorauction. i) The full purchase price no if itrepresentations is $10,000 or less;  The Municipality makes or OR warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold. ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide SERVICES  Theasuccessful purchaser the time the sale, payment non-refundable depositmust, in theatamount of of $10,000 andmake the balance of in cash, certified cheque or bank draft toprice the Town Snow Lake20asdays follows: the purchase must beofpaid within of the sale; AND i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR of the transfer of • A fee in the amount $498.75 ($475 plus GST) for preparation ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, purchaser must provide a nontitle documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the the transfer refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs. be paid within 20 days of the sale.

• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the  The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction. auction.  The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

• TheIfpurchaser is responsible for obtaining vacantthe possession. the property is non-residential property, purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if • If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.  The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, including theofregistration costs.

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Norway House Cree Nation – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO)– Asper School of Business sign MOU to promote collaboration, economic development and entrepreneurial pathways for First Nation students Norway House Cree Nation (NHCN), Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) and Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba will enter a strategic partnership through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will have an impact for next generation of First Nation students.

After several months of discussion and strategic planning, Norway House Cree Nation, MKO and the Asper School of Business will sign a MOU outlining several areas of synergy between the respective organizations. The MOU will be signed on August 29th at 1:00 p.m. during the Reclaiming Our Future Through Economic Development Youth Conference hosted in Norway House Cree Nation. The areas outlined below were identified as areas in which the mandates of the three organizations overlap and will provide the framework for discussions of potential future projects. These include: 1. Development of joint programs and initiatives aimed at creating employment opportunities in business, economic development, and entrepreneurship for Northern First Nations learners; and 2. Cooperation on events,

meetings, and other opportunities that will promote collaborative research projects on topics relevant to Northern First Nations between Asper faculty, students, and MKO member First Nations; and 3. Raising awareness of educational opportunities for First Nations citizens and creating pathways and supports for learners from MKO First Nations to attend undergraduate and graduate business programs at Asper, including both those from Northern Nations and MKO citizens living in urban areas; and 4. Enhancing the learning environment for learners from First Nations to better meet their needs and promote their academic and professional success and personal well-being; and 5. Collaborating to integrate greater First Nations-relevant training and topics into Asper programs and courses within Asper and in the broader business community; and.

6. Finding opportunities to connect MKO and signatory Nations with the broader business community, creating learning opportunities around reconciliation and Indigenous business for alumni and friends of the Asper School and the broader business community; and 7. Reporting annually

to all parties on activities undertaken under this MOU. Chief Anderson stated, “After months of discussions and meetings, I am pleased to sign this MOU on behalf of Norway House Cree Nation. This MOU will lay the groundwork for a better path forward for the future of our youth and will provide opportunities that will ensure their

professional and personal success for them and their families.”

Grand Chief Garrison Settee stated, “Being a teacher by trade, I know the importance of providing access and opportunities for MKO First Nation members in all areas of education and in this case, business education. The business sector is key to the realization of self- determination for

our people, and access and opportunities in business education is consistent with reconciliation. The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding between the Asper School of Business, Norway House Cree Nation and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak is a promising step in the right direction.”

“The Asper School of Business is taking historic steps in our ongoing journey

toward Reconciliation by signing this MOU, the first of its kind for our school.

This MOU formalizes our commitment to work closely with Norway House Cree Nation and MKO, supporting the future of First Nations people and business.”

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BY MAGGIE MACINTOSH

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

Winnipeg teachers could temporarily relocate to a First Nation school without losing their permanent job, seniority or benefits if city school boards enter secondment agreements with a charity that helps northern communities staff classrooms.

Teach For Canada — Gakinaamaage has been meeting with local education leaders in recent months to expand the national organization’s outreach and fulfil its mandate to help band council-run schools recruit and retain employees.

“It ultimately impacts the children. They can’t become engaged if they don’t have enough teachers or if there’s a revolving door of teachers throughout the year,” said executive director Ken Sanderson.

Manitoba’s four-year high school graduation rate was 83 per cent in 2021-22.

Among Indigenous teenagers, the graduation rate was just over 50 per cent.

Sanderson, who is currently based in Winnipeg, said he is leading an “allhands-on-deck” approach to bolster staffing levels with a goal of increasing the number of students who obtain a Grade 12 diploma.

The multi-pronged strategy includes partnering with teachers colleges to promote northern practicum placements, tapping Indigenous educational assistants who want to be mentored and certified to deliver lessons,

and searching for candidates at job fairs and by creating secondment opportunities.

Instead of requiring a teacher to take a leave of absence to participate, the charity is seeking school board blessings to come to arrangements that allow a First Nation to reimburse them for borrowing an employee for, ideally, a minimum of two years.

Sanderson wants to set up memorandums of understanding that encompass callouts to teachers interested in working in the north, cultural and preparatory training for successful candidates, and status-quo payments to teachers.

Seven Oaks and Winnipeg administrators are in talks about establishing teacher reassignment frameworks with Gakinaamaage (“one who teaches” in Anishinaabemowin).

“We’re happy to work with them and see if we can work out ways for our teachers to gain some real experience in First Nations,” said Brian O’Leary, superintendent of Seven Oaks.

“We are flexible and so are they.”

Communications officer Radean Carter confirmed the Winnipeg School Division is working on a partnership with the organization and would be able to provide more information at a later date.

Since the charity’s 2015 inception, it has matched more than 400 teachers with classroom openings across Manitoba, northern Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Photo by Mike Deal / Winnipeg Free Press Ken Sanderson, executive director of Teach for Canada — Gakinaamaage, hopes to increase the number of Indigenous students who graduate from high school.

“It’s actually a mutually peer-support networks — database. smoothly,” said Nic Campbeneficial program. It’s a provided to teachers ahead Ahead of the coming bell, who oversees Nisichakind of experience that you of their placement and school year, Nelson House is wayasi Nehetho Culture and just can’t replicate with a throughout it. welcoming five new teach- Education Authority. one- or two-day workshop,” Gakinaamaage’s sev- ers via the recruitment and While acknowledging Sanderson said. en community partners in training program. there can be some culture The executive director Manitoba are God’s Lake About 75 per cent of all shock among newcomers, noted communities gain Narrows, Northlands De- elementary and high school Campbell said a signing talented teachers while nesuline, Red Sucker Lake, employees are from outside bonus and countless outdoor professionals themselves Sagkeeng, Sayisi Dene, St. the community, located activities are selling points learn new skills and how to Theresa Point, and Nelson about 850 kilometres north to move up north, even if better practice reconciliation House. of Winnipeg. Many recruits only on a temporary basis. in the city.

The non-profit saves are new graduates seeking “We pay community The program’s retention school leaders time by find- early career experience. members to take our staff rate ranges from 80 to 100 ing and screening interested “(Students) are used out on the weekend, just to per cent annually. Sander- candidates and compiling to some turnover so your get involved in moose huntson attributed its success to resumés, lesson plans and first year, they have a hard ing, fishing, medicine-pickwraparound support — from other relevant profile in- time trusting you. The next ing, berry picking, going out mental health assistance to formation into an online year, things run a lot more on the water,” he said.

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LRSD moves trustee meeting online to ‘de-escalate tension’

BY MAGGIE MACINTOSH

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG FREE PRESS

The Louis Riel School Division is moving its inaugural board meeting of 2023-24 online in anticipation of conflict between two protests — one of which will demand trustees “stop promoting sexual orientation and gender ideology.”

“We do not discourage anyone from protesting and hope that all involved do so safely, peacefully, and respectfully,” superintendent Christian Michalik and Sandy Nemeth, chairwoman of the board of trustees, said in a joint statement sent to community members Tuesday.

At the same time, the notice announced the board’s decision to host a virtual public meeting Sept. 5 “in an attempt to do our part to de-escalate tension.”

Since the last of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions were lifted, trustees have been inviting members of the public to pre-register to attend any of their meetings in-person or via Microsoft Teams.

Trustees recently relocated the bimonthly events from LRSD’s St. Vital headquarters (900 St Mary’s Rd.) to a Windsor Park boardroom (50 Monterey Rd.) to support the hybrid delivery model.

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penalty.

Many of the attendees, including a number of self-described “freedom fighters,” announced they would be back to defend the rookie trustee in the fall.

Champagne’s three-month suspension ends Sept. 6.

As back-to-school season

gets underway, Action4Canada slips have been dropped off at residences in LRSD to encourage parents and citizens to show up to the upcoming meeting and raise concerns about schools promoting homosexuality and transgender ideology.

The organization organiz-

es letter-writing campaigns, petitions, and, per its website, seeks to “make Canada great again.”

Local teacher Kay Wojnarski is organizing a simultaneous anti-hate rally at LRSD headquarters shortly before the meeting is scheduled to start.

BY DAVE BAXTER

total spending at the department from $23.6 billion in 2022-2023 to $16 billion by 2025-26.

“The estimated drop in spending sends a clear message that First Nations well-being is not a priority,” Merrick said “The proposed cuts, if implemented, will not only hinder the progress toward reconciliation, but also perpetuate the cycle of challenges faced by First Nations.”

During a media conference held in Prince Edward Island last week, Minister of Indigenous Services Patty Hajdu told reporters that any cuts made at ISC would not have an effect on the delivery of services in First Nations communities, but would instead be made to cut down on bureaucracy within the department.

"That's my commitment to First Nations people, en-

suring that service delivery won't be impacted,” Hajdu said.

But Merrick said she and other Indigenous leaders do not believe that the cuts could be made without negatively affecting federal services in First Nations communities.

“The assertion that the proposed cuts will exclusively target bureaucratic inefficiencies and not affect service delivery is a gross mischaracterization of the reality on the ground,” Merrick said.

Cost cutting at ISC is expected as part of a larger effort by the federal Liberal government, as they look to shave approximately $15-billion in existing federal spending.

“It is disheartening that the broader government directive to seek cost savings often comes at the expense of First Nations

people,” Merrick said.

Merrick said AMC would also like to see First Nations leaders have more of a say and more control over how and where money is spent to deliver federal services to Indigenous communities.

“The AMC advocates for granting First Nations governments in Manitoba oversight and direction over the administration of long-term and predictable funding for services,” Merrick said.

“The AMC calls upon the federal government to reconsider these proposed cuts and engage in meaningful and ongoing conversations with First Nations leadership.”

— Dave Baxter is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Winnipeg Sun. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.

Spending cuts to ISC a ‘grave disservice’ to First Nations people: AMC LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG SUN

The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) say they are concerned about proposed spending cuts at Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and about what those cuts could mean for people they say are already struggling to receive adequate and equitable services in First Nations communities.

“Our people are already grappling with chronically underfunded and understaffed service delivery systems,” AMC Grand Chief Cathy Merrick said Monday in a media release.

“Further cutting this funding would be a grave disservice to the very people that need these services to survive.”

Merrick’s comments come in reaction to recent projections that show that ISC is expected to drop

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Wilson’s is a stable family-owned company that has been operating locally for Indigenous Peoples livThe school of Nursing looking for someone with the drive and determination to coordinate the since 1940! We’re looking for an engaged and energetic problem-solver ing within state borders resuccessful delivery of our Practical Nursing (PN) program located in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, who enjoys building relationship and rapport with customers, likes variety mains a tension, especially Manitoba. and multitasking, and values a professional and collaborative team culture. for land management and Be Passionate and Taking Initiative with these Responsibilities: Equipment Service Technician (THOMPSON) fire practices. For example, •By managing the entire lifecycle of the Practical Nursing Education Initiative program, from strain Canada, burns used for Position: We are currently looking for a full time Equipment Service tegic planning initiatives to tactical activities such as allocation of resources, program scheduling, wildfire management must Technician in our Service department at our location in Thompson, Manitoba. documentation, budgeting and factors necessary for success.

As a member of the Wilson’s Service Team, you will be required to repair be approved by provincial •Establish mechanisms for tracking progress and reporting to stakeholders and maintain a wide range of office equipment including photocopiers, ministries, often through facsimiles, printers and mailing equipment within an existing territory.

•Prepare regular reports for funders and stakeholders as per requirements paperwork and under the You must be able to manage and service a full territory with the ability to •Work with stakeholders to monitor program budget and progress supervision of forest firetroubleshoot and repair connected equipment. Service work will involve fighting organizations.

Being able to deliver results by having: both on-site and in-shop servicing.

Without ministerial approv• Degree in a relevant field Qualifications: The successful candidate likes using his/her technical al, an Indigenous person abilities to help others solve their office equipment problems. Training •Experience in post-secondary administration or coordination practising cultural burns can will be provided although education and training in the field of electronics •Experience in Health Care is preferred be held criminally liable.

(A+ or PDI+ certification) or experience servicing office equipment would •Program management experience Ancestral territories of be a definite asset.

•A valid class 5 drivers license to travel within the community Indigenous Peoples also Having a positive attitude with above average communication, customer often overlap with Crown service, and organizational skills would be a direct fit with our relationship This competition will remain open until the position is filled. based sales- and service-oriented approach. Completion of high school (or land, a jurisdiction of possession of a Grade 12 certificate) combined with a clean drivers abstract the provinces, which at Assiniboine Community College is committed to ensuring that its policies, practices, and systems and being able to pass security clearances are particularly important. are free of barriers, emphasize the value of diversity, and promote full participation to ensure digtimes infuses conflict beCompensation will include a guaranteed salary and benefits depending nity, respect, and equal access for all employees. Requests for an accommodation can be made tween Indigenous-driven at any point during the recruitment process by contacting 204.725.8729 or humanresources@ on the qualifications and work experience of the successful candidate. A and market-driven land assiniboine.net. vehicle will also be provided for business use. management.

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Human Resources bating the interwoven bioAssiniboine’s campuses are located on the traditional territories of Treaty No. 1 and Treaty No. 2, Wilson’s Business Solutions diversity and climate crisis. and the shared traditional lands of Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Anishinabek/Ojibwe peoples, Box 3005 In B.C. alone, the average and the homeland of the Métis Nation.

Dryden, Ontario, P8N 2Z6 amount spent fighting forest Email: inquiry@wilson.ca fires is $317 million a year, Fax: (807) 223-3315 eclipsing the $200 million If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and We thank all candidates for applying, however, only those selected for an Canada pledged to the biocover letter with reference to Competition #28-23/24 to: interview will be contacted. diversity framework fund Assiniboine Community College About Us: Wilson’s Business Solutions is the leading office solutions on Thursday. c/o Human Resources provider in Northwestern Ontario and Northern Manitoba. For over 80 1430 Victoria Avenue East, years we have been providing complete sales and service support for all “These extreme events, Brandon, Manitoba R7A 2A9 print document systems, office products, furniture, and computer products in reality, is the language Fax 204.725.8736 or to our customers, with physical locations in seven separate communities. the planet is using to ask for Email careers@assiniboine.net Office Supplies • Furniture • Copier and Computer Sales/Service: help,” Montalvo said.

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Scary and exhausting, but safe

BY STEWART BURNETT LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, KIVALLIQ NEWS

About a month ago, Ruby Nanaout got a notification on her phone that she should be prepared and pack a bag of important items in light of increasing wildfire activity in the Northwest Territories.

She had been living in an apartment in Fort Smith with her husband and son.

A couple of weeks after the first notification, her phone showed a more dire one, alerting her to evacuate.

“Everybody started getting ready,” recalled Nanaout, originally from Chesterfield Inlet.

Her husband and son left first with three students from the college, while Nanaout stayed behind one day as an essential worker as a housekeeper in the hospital. The next day, Sunday Aug. 13, she evacuated with a co-worker at noon, heading on the highway to Hay River.

“Just when we were almost in Hay River, our phone went off and the alert went on and said Hay River was evacuating as well, so

me and my co-worker were like, ‘what?’”

So they fuelled up – luckily finding an open gas station quickly – and the evacuation continued south, heading to High Level.

Nanaout met up with her family in High Level, continuing on to Peace River and arriving at a hotel past midnight. She had been on the road fleeing the fires for 13.5 hours by the time she got to the hotel.

“The highway was long,” recalled Nanaout. “There were probably 10,000 evacuees from Fort Smith and Hay River.”

The next day, she was on the road again and headed to Grande Prairie, where she made it to the evacuation centre. She waited six hours in line but eventually got her number called and went through the process to get accommodations and meals.

“Everyone is tired and stressed because of all this,” recalled Nanaout.

“Like what are we going to do, what’s our plan? I think everybody’s going through that at the moment.”

It was 6 p.m. in this pic-

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL HOME & COMMUNITY CARE NURSES (LPN & RN) FULL TIME POSITION KTC requires casual nurse positions for Home & Community Care (LPN or RN). The Home Care nurse will work under the direction of the Tribal Home and Community Care Coordinator.

The successful candidate(s) will be involved in direct service delivery in the KTC communities, therefore travel to the KTC communities is mandatory. This opportunity is available to those nurses who are interested in gaining additional knowledge and experience in working with First Nation communities in the north.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be a RN/LPN with current practice registration in Manitoba.

• Knowledge and experience in Home and Community care in accordance with the position applying for.

• Knowledge of scope of practice issues, Case Management principles, Chronic Disease Management (Diabetes) and First Nation community wellness programs.

• Previous nursing experience with First Nations • A demonstrated understanding of the health and social issues experienced by First Nation’s community members.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Knowledge of First Nation culture and language will be considered an asset.

• Must have a valid driver license and CPR certificate.

• Must be willing to travel extensively.

A written application with detailed resume, including two references to: Attention: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 204-677-0256 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023. We would like to thank those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted

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ture but looked like it could have been midnight as Ruby Nanaout fled the wildfires.

Photo courtesy of Ruby Nanaout Thankfully, people were very supportive, she said.

“Even people who I don’t know will come up to us and tell us where to go, what to do,” said Nanaout. “There’s a lot of support. Everybody’s supporting each other.”

Since the evacuation, she and her family have been in Grande Prairie, playing the waiting game.

“It was a tough journey,” she said. “It was scary. You could see the fires on the way to High Level, leaving Hay River.”

She had even heard of a car and camper that caught fire on the drive.

Asked if the experience changed her or what she would do if it happened again, Nanaout said, “I have no idea. I don’t know what I would do the next time. But I hope I will never experience it again.”

As of talking to Kivalliq News, Nanaout and her family were being taken care of in Grande Prairie

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KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM ASSISTANT FULL TIME POSITION PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Director of Education & Training, the Training & Employment Program Assistant will be required to maintain accurate financial records and provide support to the Training & Employment Coordinator and Employment & Training Workers in KTC Communities. Provide regular financial reports to the KTC First Nations and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak ISET Program on the Employment & Training budgets for KTC. (Includes Consolidated Revenue Fund & Employment Insurance Programs).

Photo courtesy of Ruby Nanaout Ruby Nanaout, originally from Chesterfield Inlet, had been living in Fort Smith for several years until a fire forced her family to evacuate this summer. as they waited for news of when they could return home.

“All we have to do is wait patiently,” she said.

“We’re safe. That’s all that matters.”

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Thompson, MB Jordan’s Principle Data Entry Clerk Under the direction and supervision of the Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Jordan’s Principle Team Lead, the Jordan’s Principle Data Entry Clerk will continuously update our Jordan’s Principle database. The data entry clerk will capture the data into relevant databases in a timely, accurate manner and will identify and correct errors, and swiftly bring them to the attention of Assistant Coordinator or Case Manager Supervisor where necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES • Attend meetings relevant to Jordan’s Principle • Collect information and capture data promptly to ensure the databases is current to accurately reflect Jordan’s Principle stats.

• Compiling, verifying accuracy and sorting information to prepare source data for computer entry • Gathering invoices, statements, reports, personal details, documents and information from employees and clients.

• Scanning through information to identify pertinent information.

• Research and obtain further information for incomplete documents • Keep information confidential

QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or equivalency to College Diploma/ Certificate relevant to position.

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in Social Services or Health field.

• Must be highly organized, punctual, and reliable.

• Must be sensitive and responsive in all interactions with vulnerable clients • Knowledge of culture, traditions, attitudes and socio-economic conditions of the First Nations communities • Knowledge of KTC programs, services and Communities • Knowledge of health care system along with the Indigenous Services Canada system and their respective roles • Knowledge of the Jordan’s Principle initiative • Proficient in use of Apple Products and Microsoft Office Applications • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills • Requires valid Class 5 Driver’s license.

• Requires access to a reliable vehicle meeting all safety requirements and be able to travel extensively throughout Region.

• Requires a Child Abuse Registry Check; Adult Abuse Registry Check; Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

A written cover letter with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 677-0256 Email: Lbeardy@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until September 1, 2023. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: • Formal training in the area of Business Administration.

• Experience in maintaining financial records, individual files, financial reports (monthly, quarterly and annual).

• Knowledge of the various programs and guidelines under the Indigenous Skills & Employment Training Program (ISET).

• Knowledge of the eligibility and reporting requirements of the ISET. • Ability to work independently.

• Must have experience in working with Excel Programs, ARMS/ PRIME Database and be computer literate.

• Must be able to travel to remote northern communities to work with Training & Employment Workers.

• Valid driver’s license for the Province of Manitoba is an asset.

• Ability to speak either Cree or Dene is an asset.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is provided. A complete job description can be obtained by calling (204) 677-2341 or Aggie Weenusk, Director of Education & Training at (204) 677- 0399.

Interested candidates are invited to submit in confidence a resume with references and a letter of application stating salary expectations before 4:00 p.m., FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0257 We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in employment with Keewatin Tribal Council, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL JOB VACANCY FULL TIME BUILDING MAINTENANCE TERMS OF REFERENCE This position takes from and reports to the Administrative Officer Manager. The primary role includes performing maintenance in and outside the office building. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure the reliability, access and safety of the workplace.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform preventative and pro-active maintenance on buildings and facilities • Conduct routine, non-licensed inspections of facilities including fire equipment • Ensure fire protection equipment is properly maintained and up to date • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings and facilities including carpentry and painting • Coordinate and oversee contractors for major maintenance and repairs as required to mechanical systems • Ensure the safety and protection of buildings including ensuring doorways are not blocked and that buildings and facilities are locked when not in use • Help staff with assemble/move furniture.

• Take part in the Health and Safety Committee • Ability to read and write maintain daily logs • Time management skills

QUALIFICATIONS • Secondary school and/or Training on Basic plumbing, electric and carpentry knowledge or 3years experience are an asset • Knowledge of inspection procedures • Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures • Knowledge of record keeping systems such as inventory and projects • Team building skills • Decision making skills • Effective verbal and listening communication skills • Must have Class 5 valid Driver License and own vehicle A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Fax No.: 204-677-0256 Email: Lbeardy@ktc.ca

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. .Friday, September 8, 2023. We would like to thank all those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Ritchot assesses housing needs

BY BRENDA SAWATZKY

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, THE NIVERVILLE CITIZEN

Following the results of a professional housing needs assessment, Ritchot’s economic development officer, Ryan Faucher, will soon be applying for federal funding in the hopes of filling gaps in the municipality’s housing options.

The Housing Accelerator Fund, available to municipal governments, is there to encourage housing growth to aid in the development of affordable, inclusive, and diverse communities that are low-carbon and climate-resilient.

The fund is a part of the $82-billion National

Housing Strategy, carried out by the federal government through the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). The strategy’s end goal is to strengthen the middle-class sector, cut chronic homelessness in half, and help fuel an ailing economy.

The housing needs assessment is a prerequisite for applying for funding.

Ritchot hired Winnipeg-based consulting firm WSP to complete the study.

Details needed to be compiled on the region’s demographics, income mixes, and current housing supply.

Using 2021 data from Statistics Canada, WSP also looked at the municipality’s

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL Employment Opportunity Thompson, MB Jordan’s Principle Traditional Knowledge Keeper Under the direction and supervision of the Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Jordan’s Principle Team Lead, the Jordan’s Principle Traditional Knowledge Keeper is responsible for providing direct/indirect cultural services and provide support to children and families. The Jordan’s Principle Traditional Knowledge Keeper’s role is to preserve and promote traditional practices to enhance positive and strong cultural identity. Contributes to the achievement of holistic outcomes increasing quality of life for First Nations children living off-reserve. Ensure children receive the services when needed without experiencing any denials, delays, or disruption of services. Substantive equality recognizes that First Nations children may need additional supports because their families may experience disadvantages that other children do not experience, ensure this equality is present during service delivery.

GENERAL DUTIES • Attend meetings relevant to Jordan’s Principle • The Jordan’s Principle Traditional Knowledge Keeper is to create a network of cultural and land-based resources.

Provide elements of cultural and land-based healing through engagement of activity, events, resources and advocacy in a timely manner utilizing the local network of land-based and Cree culture resources. Provide opportunities for the enhancement and development of positive cultural identities of the children and families.

• Priority of the Traditional Knowledge Keeper is to ensure clients experience activities on the land that incorporate holistic teachings, traditions, culture and language.

• Plan cultural activities and events that are comprehensive and culturally responsive. The Jordan’s Principle Knowledge Keeper will model competence in wellness, recovery, and coping.

• Identify and reduce any barriers that may prevent children from accessing cultural and land- based mental health wellness services.

• Ensure cultural and land-based mental wellness services are provided and available in a culturally • Prepare and submit monthly, annual reports and statistics • Other duties as assigned within scope of cultural work.

• Participate in all Jordan’s Principle events and activities.

QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor of Social Work or Native Studies degree is preferred.

Willing to consider a college diploma in Social Services or Native Studies Diploma/Certificate relevant to position.

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in Social Services or Health field • Knowledge of culture, traditions, attitudes and socio-economic conditions of the First Nations communities • Knowledge of KTC programs, services and Communities • Knowledge of health care system along with the Indigenous Services Canada system and their respective roles • Knowledge of the Jordan’s Principle initiative • Proficient in use of Apple Products and Microsoft Office Applications • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills • Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills • Strong ability to independently solve problems • Requires valid Class 5 Driver’s license.

• Requires access to a reliable vehicle meeting all safety requirements and be able to travel extensively throughout Region.

• Requires a Child Abuse Registry Check; Adult Abuse Registry Check; Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

A written cover letter with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 677-0256 Email: Lbeardy@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until September 1, 2023. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

historic growth rate in order to project future growth.

Together, this data allowed WSP to develop a community profile which is helpful in terms of determining where the region is going and the gaps that will need to be filled in order to get there.

“Ritchot has a very high ratio of single-family [homes] verses multifamily,” Faucher says. “The municipality is also having an influx of younger families, so that does change our demographic a little bit, which supports the idea of affordable housing within the RM. And comparing us to the national average, we are below average on multifamily housing. [The report] also identifies the seniors’ living perspective, in that we could use some of that.”

In the first stages, the application for funding approval requires no specifics on what types of housing are being sought.

If approved, the government promises to provide between $20,000 and $51,000 per building complex.

At that point, Faucher will need to provide details on specific projects and submit them to the CMHC. Once received, funds don’t need to go directly to the building itself. They can be put to use on infrastructure which paves the way for that building. This could mean adding water or sewer lines, completing street repairs, or beefing up essential services, such as fire and emergency, which support the growth incurred by an increase in

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - Thompson, MB Jordan’s Principle Child Development Workers Under the direction and supervision of the Keewatin Tribal Council Jordan’s Principle Team Lead, the Child Development Worker will be supported by Mental Health Counsellors, Specialized Therapists and other services providers in creating, planning and implementing age appropriate programs to enhance the child’s social, physical, intellectual, cognitive, and emotional development.

GENERAL DUTIES • The Child Development Worker will ensure the well-being of clients into the program and promotes their development.

A key component of this job is to assist in specialized care: physical, social, emotional and daily life skills development.

This increases their independence and allows them to function appropriately in the community.

• Plans, develops, implements and evaluates recreational, social and/or educational activities for children and their families as directed by Case Manager or Therapist.

• The Child Development Workers will strive to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere in order to encourage client participation in programs.

• The Child Development Worker will ensure a model of service delivery for children with complex needs and their families.

• Therapists and CDW’s will facilitate groups that would focus on education about relevant topics, learning and development of new coping strategies, increased self-esteem, improve social skills, improve mental health, opportunities for positive peer connections, reduced isolation.

• Therapists and CDW’s will facilitate groups that would cover a variety of other important topics including: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-harm, Suicide, managing anger, healthy sexuality, self-esteem, healthy relationships, caregiver self-care, coping with challenging behaviour for caregivers & life skills • Provides formal presentations and education programs as well as informal teaching to communities, families, groups and individuals.

• Incorporate learning experiences designed to meet the individual needs of the children.

• Monitor children to ensure safety during play, by organizing various indoor/outdoor activities that encourage

QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or equivalency College Diploma/Child Development Worker Certificate releavant to position.

• Minimum two 2-3 years work experience in the child care field.

• Must be highly organized, punctual, and reliable.

• Must be sensitive and responsive in all interactions with vulnerable clients • Must be knowledgeable in dealing with child care related issues, including daily interaction with parents.

• Passion for working with children • Knowledge of culture, traditions, attitudes and socio-economic conditions of the First Nations communities • Knowledge of the Jordan’s Principle initiative • Proficient in use of Apple Products and Microsoft Office Applications • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills • Requires valid Class 5 Driver’s license.

• Requires a Child Abuse Registry Check; Adult Abuse Registry Check; Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

A written cover letter with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 677-0256 Email: Lbeardy@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until September 1, 2023. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

population. “[The funding] can also be applied as direct incentives to the developers or the builders,” Faucher says.

“That’s at the discretion of the government body that applies for the fund.”

The catch to receiving the funding, Faucher adds, is the requirement that the land already be zoned for the specific use. As well, a guarantee must be made that the specific projects proposed could be completed in a one- to threeyear window. The quicker the project can be completed, the more funding is guaranteed.

“So if you come with a project that is a ‘green field build’—that is, three or four years in the future—we’re not eligible for that,” says Faucher. “[The proposed site] has to be properly zoned and shovel-ready. We have Tourond Creek and we have Cobblestone in Grande Pointe, so there’s a lot of areas that have already been subdivided and identified for development.”

Faucher says that some of this development may

currently be stalled because of high interest rates and the tough economic times.

In a situation like this, the Housing Accelerator Fund might be exactly what council needs to encourage developers to move ahead.

The fund could also helped the RM better accommodate seniors and keep them in the community.

“In Ritchot, we don’t have any seniors living [options], so that would be a gap within our communities,” says Faucher. “So the government may offer incentives to the municipality in order to add that type of housing to our mix.”

But it’s not just housing complexes that could benefit local seniors. Funding is also available for other seniors’ housing initiatives, such as secondary suites or “granny flats.” “[The government] views that as a way to add capacity to the housing market. It’s a societal benefit because keeping your family groups together provides support to the seniors and they provide support to the other family members.”

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL KTC CHILD DAY CARE COORDINATOR Under the direction of the Director of Education & Training Services the KTC Child Day Care Coordinator will provide technical assistance and support to a KTC First Nations Child Day Care Working Committee. The KTC Child Day Care Coordinator will be responsible to coordinate and facilitate the development and enhancement of quality child day care services and programs in the 8 KTC First Nations communities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide monthly, quarterly and final reports to the Director of Education and Training Services and MKO to ensure community awareness of the day care services in the KTC Region.

• Travel to KTC First Nations Day Care Centers and Family Day Care providers to monitor standards and to license facilities.

• Provide written feedback in the form of evaluation sheets and checklists after each visit and to discuss them with the Day Care Director or family Day Care provider.

• Provide interpretation of the Manitoba First Nations Child Day Care Act and Regulations and Guidelines.

• Consultation with Day Care Directors on day care operation, administration, behavior management, program development, etc..

• Provide resources and technical assistance to KTC First Nations Child Day Care Centers and/or Board of Directors.

• Assist in compiling community assessments, community budget projects, program reports and other applicable information and to ensure the required information is submitted to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.

• Attend Manitoba First Nations community workshops, conferences and other applicable meetings as requested.

• Liaise with other First Nations Child Day Care Coordinators, First Nations Child Day care programs, related agencies and the Manitoba Child Day Care Association.

QUALIFICATIONS • A Certificate or Diploma in Child Day Care or equivalent related work experience.

• Computer experience would be an asset. (ie. Microsoft Word, Excel etc).

• An understanding of the Government of Manitoba policies, procedures, programs and services in the field of Child Care.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Must be a self-starter and capable of working with limited supervision.

• Ability to work as part of a team is essential.

• Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset • Must be able to travel in Northern communities • Valid Manitoba Driver’s License A written application with detailed resume, including at least 2 references with written permission to contact the references and your immediate supervisor, should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., FRIDAY, September 1, 2023. 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 Aggie Weenusk, Director of Education and Training or Lisa Beardy, Office Manager.

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There’s a lot of green ideas working in this big blue house

BY NATASHA BULOWSKI

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, CANADA’S NATIONAL OBSERVER

Perched on the bank of Ottawa’s Rideau River is a special house, designed with climate in mind.

Outfitted with solar panels, an air source heat pump and electric boiler and furnace, Ottawa resident Bruce Fanjoy’s house is about as close to net zero as you can get.

“We’re producing roughly the equivalent amount of energy that the house requires,” Fanjoy told Canada’s National Observer.

“The solar array that we have is basically sized for the house.”

During the bright spring and summer months, the solar setup generates excess energy, which is automatically sold back to the utility company in exchange for credits. Fanjoy and his wife use those credits for winter electricity when solar energy production is low.

They have an air source heat pump — which functions like air conditioning and keeps the house pleasantly cool through Ontario’s humid summers — hooked up to an electric furnace

in the basement. The heat pump “will function effectively to about -20 C, which takes care of most of the winter,” said Fanjoy.

But sometimes Ottawa sees even lower temperatures: last winter, the Ottawa airport recorded seven days that hit -20 C or colder.

Ottawa resident Bruce Fanjoy and his wife built themselves a sustainable home in Manotick, Ont. Their air source heat pump takes care of the vast majority of their heating and cooling needs, but on the few days when temperatures dip below -20 C, their electric furnace kicks in. Photo

by Natasha Bulowski / Canada’s National Observer When the temperature dips below -20 C, the heat pump is no longer efficient “and the electric furnace just takes over,” said Fanjoy.

“It’s automatic and we don’t notice any difference. The house feels the same. It’s always a very comfortable temperature.”

But the house’s energy generation and consumption are only a piece of its nearly non-emitting equation.

Every design element is intentional. The big blue house is positioned to best

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY Filing Clerk – Permanent Position OFFICE: Opaskwayak, MB LOCATION: Opaskwayak, MB 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: Under the general direction of the Executive Assistant, the file clerk maintains all ward files, all agency supply inventory, and performs other tasks as required for Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency.

The successful applicant should possess an Administrative Assistant Certificate/Diploma or Computer Business Applications Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: § The incumbent must also demonstrate the following skills: § Excellent interpersonal skills § Team building skills § Excellent written and verbal skills § Detail oriented; able to multitask and meet deadlines § Very effective organizational skills and working knowledge of office and administrative procedures and related equipment (preferred) § Maintain strict confidentiality § Ability to use a variety of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and database systems RESPONSIBLITIES: § To maintain the ward filing system § To cover for Receptionist as required § To greet the public and provide information as requested or redirect to appropriate personnel § 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.

take advantage of the sun, with the roof angled so the 33 solar panels have maximum exposure. The size and position of the home’s triple-paned windows were selected so the sun’s rays could stream in and passively heat the house during winter.

In November 2019, Fanjoy began construction of the home, dubbed the Millview House, using the internationally recognized Passive House standard as a guide. This sustainable construction concept creates buildings that consume up to 90 per cent less heating and cooling energy than conventional buildings. Although the couple’s home doesn’t have official Passive House certification, Fanjoy abided by the vast majority of its principles. The main exception? A wood stove they wanted for its usefulness in the event of power outages.

Things like how to position a house may seem obvious, but people and companies often don’t take the sun into account when they build homes, said Fanjoy.

There are so many import-

ant details, like ensuring the structure is as airtight as possible so there are no drafts, and trying to make wall insulation wrap around the house continuously for the best heat-retaining results.

Fanjoy wanted a sustainable home years before he actually built one, but said it was his efforts to make a backyard skating rink for his kids that taught him “you’re not going to beat nature, but if you work with nature, you can do beautiful things.”

He is very pleased with the end result and says it is the most comfortable home they have lived in.

“I may be just one person or one family, but … there’s a certain amount of risk aversion in all of us and seeing it done makes it easier for others to make the choice,” said Fanjoy.

He says “a lot of people” have taken the first steps because of the Millview House, describing a variety of community members installing solar panels, heat pumps and buying electric cars. Fanjoy is hoping to be the Liberal candidate

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY Child & Family Services Worker –Permanent Position OFFICE: Shoal River, MB LOCATION: Shoal River, MB 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: Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor(s), the Child & Family Service Worker is responsible for providing and administering CFS Services in accordance with the Child & Family Services Act. RESPONSIBILITIES: § Responsible for gathering information and assessing family functioning problems § Develop and implement intervention plans within program guidelines for families within program guidelines and provide referrals, support, guidance and problem solving § Provides for the placement, case management and ongoing support for children in care § Responsible for all file documentation and ensuring services are applied § Case Monitoring, Risk Assessment & Follow up QUALIFICATIONS § Work experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated knowledge of child development, family centered service, early intervention, family support and community-based services § Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred) § Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred) § Excellent assessment, intervention and writing skills § Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and provincial standards § Ability to use a variety of computer applications including CFSIS and FACTS

for the Carleton riding to run against Pierre Poilievre in the next federal election, and said he met some people who are planning to install their own solar panels during his recent neighbourhood canvassing.

Solar panels are a great place to start: the technology is essentially a power plant, accessible to homeowners, unlike hydroelectric, nuclear or even wind, said Fanjoy.

Heat pumps are also key to the solution, but most people will wait until they have to replace their gas furnace or central air conditioner to make the switch.

All these things require an upfront cost, but it’s important to view it as an investment, said Fanjoy, adding that along with reducing your utility bills, you protect yourself from energy price inflation over the long term.

Of course, not everyone is in the position to build a house, he acknowledged, but those who are, have a unique opportunity before them.

“What I would recom-

mend is if you’re concerned about budget, which most people are, make it smaller,” he said.

“It’s not something you do when you have more money… If you can afford a house, then you can afford a sustainable house.”

All the little things — like high-performance doors and windows, insulation and limiting drafts and gaps — add up, and he says there are many days in the winter when their home heats itself just from the sun coming through the windows, without any mechanical support.

“One of the challenges that we face in moving towards a more sustainable world is I think a lot of people think that we’re going to lose benefits, it’s not going to be as nice, we’re gonna have to live in an austere environment,” said Fanjoy. “I don’t think that’s the case at all. We just do things differently, but it’s going to be better.

“Now’s a very important time to adapt… If you’re in a position to do things a little bit differently, then now’s the time.”

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY Family Enhancement Worker – Term Position OFFICE: Chemawawin Sub Office LOCATION: Easterville, MB 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: Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor(s), the Social Worker is responsible for providing and administering CFS Services in accordance with the Child & Family Services Act. RESPONSIBILITIES: § Responsible for gathering information and assessing child and family functioning problems; § Responsible for the development of case plans for children and families within program guidelines and provide referrals, support, guidance and problem solving; § Responsible for all file documentation, referrals, ensuring services are applied; § Case Monitoring, Risk Assessment & Follow up; § Provides case management and support for children in care and families.

QUALIFICATIONS § Work experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated knowledge of child development, family centered service, early intervention, family support and community-based services; § Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred); § Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred); § Excellent assessment, intervention and writing skills; § Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and provincial standards; § Ability to use a variety of computer applications including CFSIS and FACTS.

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.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT § Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse and prior check § Cannot be active on a protection case § Maintain absolute confidentiality § Varied amounts of travel required § Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license § Must be able to provide own vehicle for work § Other duties related to the position may be assigned

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT § Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse and prior check; § Cannot be active on a protection case; § Maintain absolute confidentiality; § Varied amounts of travel required; § Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license; § Must be able to provide own vehicle for work; § Required to provide on-call services on a rotating basis; § Other duties related to the position may be assigned.

Deadline: September 5, 2023 at 4:00 pm

Deadline: September 5, 2023 @ 4:00 PM

Deadline: September 5, 2023 @ 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

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

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”

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”

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

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

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From the trailer park to national TV: Hot new comic says follow your dream

BY SHARI NARINE

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINDSPEAKER.COM

Dakota Ray Hebert is one of Canada’s hottest new comics and is featured on the fourth season of CBC Gem’s New Wave of Standup.

“It’s very flattering to be considered a ‘rising star’,” said Hebert, another tag that’s connected to her name.

“Any time you have a televised opportunity, it really does add a boost to your career…which can turn into people who book you for shows and just more name recognition as well,” she said.

“These opportunities are really important to comics and it’s awesome to see so many Canadian comics have so many opportunities like this.”

Hebert may be “new to

the comedy spotlight,” as she puts it, but she’s not “super new” to comedy.

She’s been hitting the stage for almost a decade.

Hebert is a member of English River First Nation, born and raised in Meadow Lake, Sask. She is twospirt and, as for pronouns, she says she’s “fine with anything. Just don’t call me late for dinner.”

Hebert, like other comics, writes her own material. On occasion when a new joke is tried out at an open mic, a comic buddy may suggest an add-on.

Open mics are the “comedy gym,” said Hebert.

“That’s where you work out all your material and get used to saying it and figure out what words should go where.”

Still, not every joke lands and, when that happens, she’s learned to ban-

CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY Child & Family Services Worker –Term Position (CFSIS File Closure) OFFICE: Regional Office LOCATION: Opaskwayak, MB 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.

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services Under a provincial mandate, the Agency services the Swampy Cree communities, as well as Flin Flon, Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg and Lynn Lake/Marcel Colomb First Nation.

Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency 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: Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor, the CFS Worker is responsible for providing administrative and service functions within a child welfare service unit. The CFS Worker will assist with a variety of tasks inclusive of support to children in care and services to families.

RESPONSIBILITIES: § Conduct home visit with identified family/child § Review intakes and issue management screens in CFSIS for the family/child § Complete necessary forms § Provide general support to other front line workers QUALIFICATIONS § Work experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated knowledge of child development, family centered service, early intervention, family support and community-based services § Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred) § Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred) § Excellent assessment, intervention and writing skills § Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and provincial standards § Ability to use a variety of computer applications including CFSIS and FACTS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT § Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse and prior check § Cannot be active on a protection case § Maintain absolute confidentiality § Varied amounts of travel required § Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license § Must be able to provide own vehicle for work § Required to provide on-call services on a rotating basis § Other duties related to the position may be assigned Deadline: September 5, 2023 @ 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”

ter with the audience and “make it into something funny.”

“When I first started, it was embarrassing, and it felt bad. But now it’s just part of the flow. It’s part of the roller coaster and it’s lots of fun. Once you’re comfortable with being uncomfortable, comedy gets easier,” she said.

That ease came to her about a year or so into stepping up to the microphone to bring the funny.

“I was touring a kids’ play, and in the evenings I would do open mics.

Around that time I got more and more involved in comedy scenes. Just from doing open mics so often, like almost every night, I was able to get comfortable with that pretty fast,” she said.

Hebert is a writer, an actor, a comic and a visual

artist. All her careers are hard work and rewarding, she says, and each provides its own brand of excitement and challenge.

“With standup it has to be funny all the time. So that’s, I’d say, a bit more challenging, but it’s a huge payoff when it lands. That’s exciting. Instant gratification,” she said.

Many of Hebert’s jokes are informed by her identity and her lived experiences, but that’s not all she writes about. And no topic is off limit.

“I think that there’s room for anything to be tackled through comedy as long as it’s done well and not just for shock value. There has to be comedy in it,” said Hebert.

She admits that, in the early part of her career, she “definitely aimed for more educational. But now

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA GOD’S LAKE NARROWS SUB-OFFICE GOD’S LAKE NARROWS, MB Position: Child & Family Services Worker One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position The Child & Family Services (CFS) Worker implements the policies, procedures and specific directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties include responding to community service requests and carrying a case load of protection and voluntary family files.

Working collaboratively with Family Enhancement, and Foster Care, the CFS Worker conducts interviews and assessments, follows up on allegations of child protection issues, maintains regular visits with clients, ensures accurate and timely documentation, develops case plans, and partners with collateral resources.

Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree with experience in child welfare preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.

• Commitment to community-based service delivery.

• Knowledge of CFS legislation, standards, and issues an asset.

• Experience using Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) preferred.

• A desire to serve the community and work as part of a team to keep children safe.

• Experience of doing assessments, interviews, and counselling an asset.

• Acceptable written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.

• Sensitivity to, and an understanding of First Nations culture and values.

• Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language an asset.

Working Conditions: • Fast-paced office environment.

• Access to sensitive information for which confidentiality is required.

• Overnight and remote travel approximately 30% of the time.

• Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract prior to starting the position and throughout employment as required.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.

Salary: Awasis Agency endeavours to be an employer of choice, and offers a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and an excellent employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Closing Date: Until filled 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 2023-080 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 #2023-080 315 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

I focus on ‘Is it funny’?”

Her first album is called I’ll Give You an Indian Act in which she makes fun of “the racist legislation that is the Indian Act as well as government officials.”

She will be recording her second comedy album in Saskatchewan on Oct. 14.

Hebert will spin more Indigenous jokes or more LGBTQ2-plus jokes with audiences that identify as she does because then “there’s a lot I don’t have to explain.”

She also talks about “chasing your dreams. You know, I’m from the trailer park in Meadow Lake, Sask. And coming from there and doing what I’m doing, it’s stuff I like to chat about and hopefully inspire other people who have similar upbringings to take a chance and pursue their dreams.”

As for personality type, Hebert says, most stand-up comics are “a bit crazy” and have “childhood trauma and stuff like that.”

But she’s also quick to point out that her husband and his twin brother who do standup comedy don’t fit that mould, so “there’s room for everyone in comedy.”

There’s no rest for Hebert as she pursues her comedy routine with a show in Los Angeles in September, having just come off of Just For Laughs New Faces in Montreal a few weeks ago. She’s also hosting her first ever solo exhibit as a painter in September in Saskatchewan.

“I’m trying to do it all,” she said. “There’s that joke that I didn’t want to work 40 hours a week for a boss, so I’m going to work 180 hours a week for myself.”

Hebert encourages people to support their homegrown comedy talent.

“Pick out a few favourite locals that you want to support and help them rise to the top,” she said.

New Wave of Standup season four dropped on CBC Gem Aug. 28.

HELP WANTED Full Time Security Guard For the Thompson Regional Airport Authority

WELCOME TO THE NORTH Are you looking for a new opportunity to build new relationships in a unique and growing industry? Do you have a passion for helping people? At the Thompson Regional Airport Authority, we value teamwork and a work environment where people come to work to help one another.

Our growing airport is now accepting applications for the position of Security Guard.

We offer a competitive wage and benefit package for the right person who demonstrates the required skills and shares the values that the Thompson Regional Airport Authority represents.

Duties: Reporting to the Airport Security Manager, the incumbent is the eyes and ears of the Thompson Airport and an integral part of the team by observing and reporting activities and incidents, providing for the security and safety of our property and our people.

The duties of the Security Guard include but aren’t limited to: • Enforcing regulations to maintain order, resolving conflicts and monitoring establishment activities • Investigating unlawful acts and recommending security protocol • Operate security control room equipment • Patrol assigned areas • Pick up and deliver cash and valuables Qualifications: Ideally, the right candidate will possess a High School degree or GED or a combination of education and direct work experience as a security guard. The right candidate will have experience working with technology and software including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.

This position requires possession of a Security Guard License as well as a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

The right candidate must pass a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check.

Working conditions and physical capabilities for this role include but aren’t limited to: • Attention to detail • Sitting, standing, walking • Fast-paced environment • Physically demanding • Standing for extended periods • Work under pressure The hours for this job are shift work and are subject to change frequently and will occasionally require working overtime.

Benefits: The Thompson Regional Airport Authority offers a flexible work environment and a competitive benefits package, including pension, health and dental benefits for full-time employees.

Wage is $21.00 per hour.

Apply to: Please submit your cover letter and resume to gerald@reframehr.com Only those being considered will be contacted.

Applications are being accepted until the job is filled.

Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 Fax: 204-778-6477

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‘Indefensible’: Amnesty International condemns Premier Stefanson’s anti-landfill search stance

BY DAVE BAXTER

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER, WINNIPEG SUN

Amnesty International has joined a growing list of organizations calling on Premier Heather Stefanson to change course on her decision not to offer assistance to get the Prairie Green Landfill searched for the remains of two Indigenous women, and the human rights organization is calling the province’s current inaction on a search “indefensible” and “appalling.”

“Premier Stefanson’s refusal to search the landfills is indefensible and sends the appalling message that the lives of Indigenous women, girls, Two Spirit and gender-diverse people are not valued in Canada,” Ketty Nivyabandi, the Secretary General of Amnesty International Canada (English) said in a statement sent out jointly on Thursday

by Amnesty International

Canada, and the Families of Sisters in Spirit.

In the statement Nivyabandi said Amnesty International “affirms solidarity” with the families of women who are believed to have been dumped in a Manitoba landfill by an alleged serial killer, and with those who have been calling for months for a search of the landfill for those women’s remains.

Public calls in recent months to search the Prairie Green Landfill have also come from The United Church of Canada, CUPE Local 500, the national Union of Taxation Employees, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, the Provincial Council of Women of Manitoba, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, and several other organizations, officials and politicians across Canada.

Jeremy Skibicki was charged with first-degree

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT: TADOULE LAKE (SAYISI DENE) LOCATION: TADOULE LAKE, MANITOBA Position: Family Enhancement Worker One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Summary of Position: The Family Enhancement Worker will provide children and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system by providing preventative service opportunities and resources, facilitating awareness and education, 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: Monday, September 11, 2023 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 2023-083 on your resume/cover letter in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2023-083 315 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

murder in December in the deaths of four women, including Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran, whose remains are both believed to be at the privately-run Prairie Green Landfill north of Winnipeg.

He has also been charged in the death of Rebecca Contois, whose remains were found last year at the Brady Road Landfill, and an unidentified woman Indigenous leaders are calling Buffalo Woman, whose remains have not been found.

Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson announced on July 6 that the province would not offer assistance to search the Prairie Green

Landfill, saying she came to the decision because of the results of a feasibility study that said there would be safety risks involved in that type of search, and no guarantee the search would be successful.

Amnesty International along with Families of Sisters in Spirit, a national grassroots organization made up of families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit people, said their Thursday statement was a “call to action” for both the province and the federal government to find a way to get a search done.

“No person deserves to

be left in a landfill as a final resting place. Not one,” Families of Sisters in Spirit co-founder Bridget Tolley said.

Amnesty International Canada said they will also participate in a Sept. 18 ‘sit-in’ on Parliament Hill in Ottawa to demand action on a landfill search, one of several demonstrations expected to take place on Sept. 18 across Canada and internationally for what is now being referred to by advocates as International Day of Action to Search the Landfills.

In a statement sent to the Winnipeg Sun on July 20, a spokesperson for the

premier’s office said the premier was firm on her decision and on the reasons behind it.

“Our hearts go out to the families, who are dealing with unimaginable grief, but leadership requires difficult decisions. There is no guarantee of finding remains and immediate and long-term health and safety risks are real and cannot be ignored,” the spokesperson said.

— Dave Baxter is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Winnipeg Sun. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.

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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY

Administrative Assistant – Permanent Position Misipawistik Sub Office Grand Rapids Cree Nation

Administrative Assistant – Permanent Position OFFICE: Swan River Sub Office LOCATION: Swan River, MB

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.

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.

Our agency will strive to maintain family unity.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Service Manager, the Administrative Assistant serves as the first point of contact for Agency clients, guests, visitors or others. The Administrative Assistant serves to receive and direct people, correspondence and contact/calls to the appropriate Agency personnel or department. The Administrative Assistant provides a professional and pleasant point of entry for the Agency and will maintain strict confidentiality in performing all duties.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Service Manager, the Administrative Assistant serves as the first point of contact for Agency clients, guests, visitors, or others. The Administrative Assistant serves to receive and direct people, correspondence and contact/calls to the appropriate Agency personnel or department. The Administrative Assistant provides a professional and pleasant point of entry for the Agency and will maintain strict confidentiality in performing all duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES: § Types, edits, formats and transcribes reports, forms, correspondence, files, recordings, minutes, case planning notes and other material as assigned by the Unit Supervisor. Composes routine correspondence and maintains templates; § Receives, screens, assesses, transfers telephone calls and takes messages; § Maintains daily attendance records, monitors, records, and relays information regarding staff whereabouts; § Assists with photocopying, faxing and other administrative duties as assigned; § Manages incoming and outgoing mail; § Provides information about administrative procedures for all unit staff; § Coordinates meetings and meeting spaces. Takes minutes at meetings as required; § Enters information on CFSIS; § Monitors and operates office equipment; § Provides support to other administrative staff as needed; § Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the agency policy and procedures; § Petition documents; § Apprehension papers; § File court documents; § Attend court when required; § Order birth certificates.

RESPONSIBILITIES: § Types, edits, formats and transcribes reports, forms, correspondence, files, recordings, minutes, case planning notes and other material as assigned by the Unit Supervisor. Composes routine correspondence and maintains templates; § Receives, screens, assesses, transfers telephone calls and takes messages; § Maintains daily attendance records, monitors, records, and relays information regarding staff whereabouts; § Assists with photocopying, faxing and other administrative duties as assigned; § Manages incoming and outgoing mail; § Provides information about administrative procedures for all unit staff; § Coordinates meetings and meeting spaces. Takes minutes at meetings as required; § Enters information on CFSIS; § Monitors and operates office equipment; § Provides support to other administrative staff as needed; § Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the agency policy and procedures; § Petition documents; § Apprehension papers; § File court documents; § Attend court when required; § Order birth certificates.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE § Post Secondary Diploma or equivalent; § Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred); § 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).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE § Post Secondary Diploma or equivalent; § Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred); § 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 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.

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: September 6, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Deadline: September 6, 2023 @ 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

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 https://creenation.ca”

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

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

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THOMPSON CITIZEN: EDITOR/REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER Location: Thompson, Manitoba

DESCRIPTION The Thompson Citizen has an immediate opening for an Editor/Journalist in Thompson, Manitoba.

Thompson, known as the “Hub of the North” in Manitoba, is a vibrant city in the middle of an outdoor paradise. The 15,000 residents of Thompson enjoy an excellent airport, a golf course, a ski hill, numerous boating and fishing areas, two ice arenas, public library, indoor swimming complex, great schools, a university campus, a live theatre, and many more amenities to satisfy any lifestyle.

The Thompson Citizen is part of the Prairie Newspaper Group, which is a division of Glacier Media. This position would be a great starting point for an enthusiastic graduate as well as a great opportunity for an experienced reporter looking for an exciting change from the regular day to day workload.

The successful applicant will be expected to cover a wide range of topics. He or she will find himself or herself reporting on current events, writing Q&A’s, business features, personal interest and taking lots of photos.

QUALIFICATIONS This editorial position requires an organized individual who works well on his or her own as well as with a team. They need to be dedicated and diligent with a strong work ethic. He or she must have a degree or diploma in journalism or have at least five years’ experience in newspaper journalism. Experience in photography is necessary.

Candidates for this position must have a valid driver license and a reliable vehicle. Kilometers are tracked and the journalist will be reimbursed.

Please send resume with cover letter to: Noah Cooke, Publisher Thompson Citizen P.O. Box 887, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1N8 or E-mail: generalmanager@thompsoncitizen.net

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