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Nickel Belt News photo by Kacper Antoszewski Miners from Hudson Bay’s Lalor Mine in Snow Lake broke ground at the 2016 Provincial Mine Rescue Competition in Thompson on May 27-28. Snow Lake’s mine rescue team took home first place in the competition’s firefighting challenge, the first year which the challenge has been designated its own award.

PC campaign promise to eliminate East Side Road Authority fulﬁlled BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Manitoba’s Progressive Conservative government has made good on a promise to do away with the East Side Road Authority (ESRA) that has been overseeing the construction of all-weather roads to First Nations communities that currently only have surface transportation links during the winter road season. Infrastructure Minister Blaine Pedersen announced May 27 that the ESRA’s responsibilities will now be overseen by Manitoba Infrastructure and that that department’s deputy minister

Lance Vigfusson would become the ESRA’s acting CEO effective May 30. “The integration of the East Side Road Authority’s mandate into Manitoba Infrastructure will bring about efﬁciencies while ensuring centralized co-ordination of all provincial infrastructure projects,” said Pedersen. “This move aligns with our government’s commitment to achieving value for money in the delivery of government services. Mr. Vigfusson has a mandate to operate on a ‘business-as-usual’ basis, while establishing an integration plan that will include consultation and regular

communication with all impacted stakeholders.” The government’s move was not appreciated by NDP MLAs who said the move was evidence that Premier Brian Pallister’s government has a hidden agenda to move jobs out of Northern Manitoba. “Their lack of concern for northern jobs and northern roads is obvious,” said Flin Flon NDPMLATomLindsey.“Manitoba made a commitment to the communities that will beneﬁt from Freedom Road that it would involve them, invest in trainingandcreategoodjobsfor NorthernManitobans.Ibelieveit is our duty to ensure infrastruc-

ture projects in the north beneﬁt thenorth,especiallyourindigenous communities.” The Pas NDP MLA Amanda Lathlin asked why the PC government wouldn’t commit to the previously planned upgrade of Highway 384 to Moose Lake. “Let’s call the Conservatives’ efficiencies what they are: cuts,” said Lindsey. “We ask the premier to stop hiding his secret agenda and conﬁrm that the elimination of the East Side Road Authority is really nothing more than the beginning of the shifting of resources out of Northern

Manitoba.” Judy Klassen, Liberal MLA for Keewatinook, who was named her party’s caucus whip and critic for education and training, indigenous and municipal affairs, Crown services, agriculture and housing May 30, criticized the government’s budget, unveiled May 31, for not including speciﬁc economic development initiatives for the north. “It is offensive to people in my community that there was very little mention of ways to improve the life and death situation in the north, and yet, the premier

was able to provide himself with a $22,000 raise,” Klassen said in a press release. The ESRA was created by the NDP government and tasked with building a new, all-weather road alongside the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg, which will ﬁ rst connect Berens River First Nation and its surrounding communities to areas further south, then run north along routes similar to those of existing winter roads, connecting with communities in the Island Lake and Oxford House areas.

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York Factory and Wapusk National Park receiving $2 million worth of upgrades

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About one-third of $6.5 million in funding for national parks in Manitoba this year is going to a pair of parks in the province’s north, the federal government announced May 26. Parks Canada will spend $1.1 million on the York Factory National Historic Site on the shores of Hudson Bay and about $891,000 on buildings in Churchill. “Through investments like this, the government of Canada is protecting and preserving our treasured places, while supporting local economies, contributing to growth in the tourism sector and enhancing the charm and attractiveness of Canada’s

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heritage sites,” said Liberal Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna, the minister responsible for Parks Canada. “These investments give our past a future and will make a signiﬁcant contribution to Parks Canada’s mission to protect and present these national treasures on behalf of all Canadians.” Work at York Factory National Historic Site will include the replacement of bathroom ﬁxtures, carpets, the hot water heaters and siding at the staff house, along with repairs to windows and painting of ceilings and doors. A renovated section of the staff house will replace the uninsulated archeologists’ hut to allow for oc-

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The remainder of the $6.5 million will be spent on the Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site in Winnipeg. A Hudson’s Bay Company fur trading site from 1684 to 1957, York Factory served as the gateway to Canada’s interior and is an adventure travel destination for canoeists and ﬂy-in visitors today. Wapusk National Park covers 11,475 square kilometres where the boreal forest ends and arctic tundra begins and is home to one of the largest polar bear maternity denning areas in the world, as well as being home to wildlife including arctic foxes, arctic hares, wolves, caribou, wolverines and more than 200 bird species.

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casional short-term winter occupancy. The library will also be decommissioned and safety upgrades made to the powder magazine. Other improvements will include replacement of tool and fuel shed, repairs to the dock and boat launch, and repairs and exterior painting of the depot building. The Churchill Heritage Railway Station visitor centre and the Churchill multipurpose building and maintenance garage, part of Wapusk National Park, will have previously deferred work on mechanical and electrical systems, the building envelope, structural elements and interior areas completed. Building envelope repairs will also be done on the Broad River Cabin.

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Police have arrested two teenaged males wanted by Selkirk RCMP in connection with the May 29 robbery and assault of two female staff members at the Behavioural Health Foundation in St. Andrews. Police say two males attacked and robbed the

women using weapons and stole a pickup from from one of the victims, who were transported to hospital suffering from serious injuries and were in stable condition. RCMP used a police dog to search the area where the incident occurred but did not locate the suspects. A 16-year-old was ar-

rested around 9 p.m. May 30 and a 17-year-old taken into custody around 2 a.m. May 31. Both suspects were arrested in Winnipeg and remain in custody. The suspects, who have not yet been charged, can not be named under the terms of the Youth Criminal Justice Act because they are under the age of 18.

MKO action plan seeks to grow northern First Nations’ economies BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Grand Chief Sheila North Wilson wants the federal and provincial governments to work with Northern Manitoba First Nations to create the conditions to allow health local economies to ﬂourish, as outlined in a 10-point economic action plan announced May 26. The plan includes six recommendations aimed at the federal government and four at the provincial government which North Wilson says will improve the lives of people in the 30 First Nations MKO represents. “It is a myth that there are no economic opportunities in our nations,” North Wilson said in a press release. “But we do need to

create the conditions to create and grow successful ventures. I’m conﬁdent our people will step up. We are ready.” The six points involving the federal government touch upon jobs, food, energy and home construction. MKO wants the federal government to conduct an inventory of existing jobs within MKO communities and identify how many are ﬁlled by non-First Nations people, with a focus on the airline industry, justice, health care, education, administration and social services. Once the inventory is complete, a process MKO feels can be accomplished within six months to a year, the First Nations and federal government can work together on a communitybased training strategy to

help members of the First Nations receive the training and education necessary to ﬁll those jobs. The plan also calls upon the federal government to subsidize locally grown or raised healthy food that is ineligible for Nutrition North subsidies and to work with social enterprises to increase their capacity for producing healthy food.Another one of the points suggests that, since most MKO First Nations have no garbage pickup, recycling or hazardous waste disposal, a program that exchanges healthy food for electronics, recycling and garbage can kill two birds with one stone. MKO also wants the federal government to work with MKO First Nations to get derelict cars shipped south and recycled. Continuned on Page 6

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Hoteliers concerned after Churchill approves hotel accommodation tax BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Churchill’s town council passed its proposed accommodation tax May 23, imposing a ﬁve per cent tax on all local accommodations purchases. The community is the latest of several municipalities to implement such a tax, including Winnipeg, Brandon and Thompson. While Churchill’s mayor and council could not be reached for comment, the Winnipeg Free Press said Mayor Mike Spence noted that the town’s infrastructure is supported by a fluctuating tax base: while the city’s permanent population hovers around

800 residents, the town’s infrastructure must have the capacity to service at least 3,500 individuals through the summer tourist season. The tax is expected to bring in roughly an annual $150,000 into Churchill’s coffers. But while few residents, including hoteliers, oppose the tax in principle, some members of the Hotel Owners Association of Churchill have reservations about the phrasing of the bill, for purposes entirely aside from infrastructure. But by far the most signiﬁcant sticking point has been the allocation of rev-

enue raised from the tax: the bylaw states that 40 per cent of tax revenue will be allocated towards tourism development and “community enhancement.” A number of hoteliers have called the phrasing profoundly ambiguous, including Polar Inn owner Dwight Allen: “There’s a lack of detail of what’s devoted to tourism, and what form it will take,” Allen explains. Hoteliers fear that the lion’s share of funds will be diverted towards enhancements like sidewalk renewal and road renewals. “We don’t want the tourism issue to take a backburner

once the tax is in place.” Allen himself believed the two purposes should have been evenly allocated, but separately defined in the bylaw. Allen was also dismayed at what he described as a lack of communication between the mayor and council and community stakeholders, particularly the hoteliers association. While stakeholders were invited to the first reading of the bylaw and to a subsequent closed hearing with town authorities, Allen claimed members had heard no word from the town until the third and final hearing,

where he noted it would be impossible to push for changes. “They engaged us on the ﬁrst reading and the third, but the second was the most crucial for us to hammer out some of the

oversights that we never saw,” he lamented. “We’re supportive of the need, but it’s the honourable thing to do, to work with us right from the beginning to the end.”

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INDIGENOUS & MUNICIPAL RELATIONS - THICKET PORTAGE SEWAGE LAGOON – FILE: 5836.00 A proposal was ¿led by Indigenous and Municipal Relations of Manitoba for the construction of a new wastewater treatment lagoon that is located within NW-10-73-02-W1M directly south of the community of Thicket Portage. The proposed new wastewater lagoon consists of a three-cell lagoon supplemented with an alum treatment and a UV treatment process. Treated wastewater from the UV treatment process will be discharged intermittently between June 16 and October 31 to an existing culvert beneath Government Road, then into an existing swale which drains to an unnamed seasonal creek and then discharges into Wintering Lake northwest of the community. Anyone likely to be affected by the above operation and who wishes to make a representation either for or against the proposal should contact the Department, in writing or by E-mail (barsha.sagan@ gov.mb.ca), not later than JUNE 27, 2016. Further information is available from the Public Registries located at: Legislative Library, 200 Vaughan St., Winnipeg; Millennium Public Library, 4th Floor, 251 Donald St., Winnipeg; Online Registry: http://www. gov.mb.ca/conservation/eal/registries/index.html or by contacting Barsha Sagan, Environmental Engineer at 204-945-5234. Information submitted in response to this proposal is considered public information and will be made available to the proponent and placed on the public registry established in accordance with Section 17 of The Environment Act.

Lower taxes, better services and a stronger economy – that’s the course our new government is setting for Northern Manitoba and the entire province with our first budget. Budget 2016 demonstrates the commitment of our Progressive Conservative government to getting Manitoba back on a responsible fiscal track. To protect and improve services that residents of Thompson and Manitobans across the north depend on, we must correct the reckless, high-debt and high-tax course of the previous NDP administration and move our province back toward balance. The province’s deficit of $1.01 billion left by the NDP is the largest in Manitoba’s history, though our budget will reduce the core deficit by $122 million – a 12 per cent improvement

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kelly.bindle@leg.gov.mb.ca Kelly Bindle over the 2015-16 projection. At the same time, this budget contains no new tax increases and gives Manitoba families a permanent tax break that will keep up with the cost of living by indexing tax brackets to the rate of inﬂation. By doing so, we’ll remove approximately 2,770 low-income Manitobans from the tax rolls in 2017. Under Premier Brian Pallister, our new Manitoba government is investing more than $1.8 billion in strategic infrastructure in 2016-17, including bridg-

es, highways, schools and hospitals. Flood protection is also a priority with our guaranteed and predictable funding. By merging the work done by the East Side Road Authority into the Department of Infrastructure, we’ll spend less money on administration and spend more on building the roads we need in the orth. As well, we have a targeted “Yes! North” plan that will grow our economy in the region by investing in tourism opportunities in the north and removing the barriers that companies

Polite behaviour It seems like etiquette is something of the past or at least that is how it feels. I am not talking about basic manners, but etiquette which is deﬁned as “the rules and conventions governing correct or polite behaviour in society in general or in a speciﬁc social or professional group or situation.” You might be wondering what this has to do with a Spiritual Thoughts column. Well, the Bible is our life book and it doesn’t just speak about our relationship with God, but also with each other. This is one I often think of when it comes to weddings, funerals and special events. Luke 14:8-11 “When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of honour, for a person more distinguished than you may have been invited. (9) If so, the host

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who invited both of you will come and say to you, ‘Give this man your seat.’ Then, humiliated, you will have to take the least important place. (10) But when you are invited, take the lowest place, so that when your host comes, he will say to you, ‘Friend, move up to a better place.’ Then you will be honoured in the presence of all your fellow guests. (11) For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” Now, I am not saying

I am perfect or the most polite individual. I know that there is lots of room for improvement in my life, but I remember how things used to be and believe that those etiquettes are honouring to others. As we approach the summer season and also wedding time, here a just a few things I think we should continue to practise in several situations. • Reply to your wedding invitation and honour your commitment • Remember that the wedding ceremony is

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face when trying to open or expand in Northern Manitoba. Our government is focused, as well, on ensuring seniors and other Northern Manitobans have access to the front-line services they rely on. With Budget 2016, we’re investing signiﬁcantly in health care, reducing ambulance fees and creating a new funding model to fast-track construction of 1,200 personal care home beds. Budget 2016 is one of our first steps toward correcting the course the NDP had taken for far too long with its reckless waste, skyrocketing debt and ever-increasing taxes. With this budget, our new government is beginning to work with Manitobans to put the province back on track and make Manitoba better together.

more important than the social or reception • Be early and seated before the wedding or funeral begin • Leave the more important seat for family or very close friends at weddings and funerals • When leaving from a wedding, funeral or plane you do so from the front to the back • Put your ﬂashers on when in a funeral procession • Pull over regardless of which side of the street you are on out of respect for a funeral procession I am sure that this list could be much more extensive, but I think it is a simple and respectful way to start. Pastor Dan Murphy is the pastor of Thompson Pentecostal Assembly on Goldeye Crescent.

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Looking over our shoulders BY DANIEL MCSWEENEY An Islamic newspaper published a story in January warning ISIS terrorists are planning a “Doomsday” attack in the United Kingdom. The terrorists use an extreme vocabulary claiming the carnage and destruction will “turn children’s hair white.” Now as Brussels reels from attacks a week ago today and Pakistani families mourn the loss of loved ones from Sunday’s violence in Lahore, that threat perhaps looms larger in the minds of Britons from one end of the U.K. to the other. It makes me think how movies and television reinforce such angst; producing cinematic fare that comes all too close to home. Perhaps it makes us more vigilant; and that in my opinion is a good thing. Or perhaps it adds to the climate of fear in an inordinate way that makes us tremble beyond what is necessary. That is neither here nor there. All I know is that such ﬁctional depiction of terror mirrors a sad reality of an increasingly dangerous world that seems to be worsening. Consider the 2016 Hollywood movie London Has Fallen and the 2013 British ﬁlm, How I live Now. In London Has Fallen, terrorists launch multiple attacks; interestingly enough starting with the blowing up of a limousine carrying the Canadian prime minister. One scene from How I Live Now though in particular resonates with me, especially in light of the recent warning about a “Doomsday” attack. It does perhaps because I am a member of the generation who grew up in the 1950s and ‘60s when it seemed we were constantly under the threat of annihilation from “the bomb.”

Daniel McSweeney In the movie, tensions run high across Europe and clearly something bad is about to happen. It does indeed as terrorists explode a nuclear device in London killings tens of thousands. The movie shows a group of young people in an idyllic British countryside suddenly distracted by a burst of light on the distant horizon. The air rumbles like thunder and a tree-bending wind rushes across the countryside. It blows so strongly that their campﬁre is extinguished. And then ﬂakes of “radioactive” snow drift down from a darkened sky, and they know something terrible has happened. As I write, British authorities acknowledge some kind of terrorist attack is likely, not perhaps like the almost apocalyptic one in How I Live Now, but something similar to what has happened elsewhere. In fact, the nation remains on a “severe” terror alert with security beefed up at U.K. airports, railway stations and at other potential targets. Most people therefore

are looking over their shoulders for anything that might seem untoward, especially when caught up in large crowds or while travelling. Certainly this is not the ﬁrst time Britons have experienced such fears. In July 2005, more than 50 people died in bombings on London Transport, both in the tube and on buses. We were in London nine months after that tragedy and its memories were still fresh at that time. I remember travelling on doubledecker buses in central London and I admittedly thought about the carnage of just a few months earlier, wondering how safe it was then to be travelling on public transport. As more detail emerges about Belgium, increased security is in place wherever crowds gather, especially in the transport sector. It will though be a Herculean task to prevent such tragedies. Just as examples, more than 95 million people annually pass through

Waterloo rail station in London. Another 75 million at Victoria station, 56 million at Liverpool Street station – and 25 million in Birmingham. Altogether there are more than 2,500 UK railways stations all crowded with travelers. And airports too handle huge amounts of trafﬁc. Some 75 million pass through Heathrow and another 40 million at Gatwick. The people numbers are staggering while admittedly the solution to protecting people from terror is beyond mind boggling. In our lifetime, we have travelled throughout North America and from Europe to Asia. In 1995, I passed through the Shinjuku railway station in Tokyo not long after the cult Aum Shinrikyo attacked the rail system with sarin gas. And Sandra passed through Bali, Indonesia not long after terrorist bombers killed more than 200 people – devastating the local tourism industry and leaving many locals unemployed. In another month or so, we will pass yet again through Heathrow. And while we have always been vigilant, we will now be even more so in this disturbing climate of fear. We too will be looking over our shoulders. Dan McSweeney, a Halifax native, ﬁrst worked as a reporter at the old Halifax Herald, then got a taste of public relations work at Canadian National Railway in Moncton, before coming to Thompson in 1980 to work for Inco. He retired back home to Bridgewater on Nova Scotia’s south shore in June 2007 after 27½ years with Inco here. He blogs at mcsweeneysdiversion.wordpress.com.

It is time to extend all-weather road access It is time for the federal government to commit to extending all-weather road access in our region. Last week I joined with people living on the east side of Lake Winnipeg to launch a campaign calling on the federal government to live up to its commitment to help fund the east side road. The east side road is a lifeline for First Nations and northern communities. The prime minister committed to funding this vital initiative in the federal election and we’re looking for that commitment now.

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Niki Ashton There are 21 communities in Manitoba that do not have all-weather road access. The province of Manitoba has begun to extend all-weather road access through the east side road initiative. This road is critical to northern and

Indigenous communities because the existing winter road network is threatened by climate change. It is critical to accelerate the construction of all-weather road access into the affected communities. The campaign is centred

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around a petition calling on the government of Canada to live up to its commitment, partner with Manitoba and dedicate the necessary federal funding for the development of the east side road. For copies of the petition please contact my ofﬁce at 1-866-785-0522 or go to my web site at nikiashton. ndp.ca. Let’s send the federal government a message. It is time to extend allweather road access in our region.

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THOMPSON ARCHERS AND BOWHUNTERS 2016 annual 3D shoot Saturday June 5, 2016 Start time: 9:00 a.m. Place: Outdoor archery range (first left turn after the airport cargo road) Registration fee: ABAM members - $20.00 Non ABAM members - $25.00 Children $10.00 50/50 tickets For more information contact: Telena: 204-307-0971 Charles: 204-307-6140 Email: thompsonarchers@gmail.com

School District of Mystery Lake Change in Date and Location for Regular Board Meetings in June The Board of Trustees of the School District of Mystery Lake will be holding the June meetings on the ﬁrst Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at École Riverside School and the third Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at the School Board Ofﬁce. Meeting time is 7:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome to attend.

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Northern Health Region Volunteer Program Survey Public Consultation The Northern Health Region is planning and developing a Regional Volunteer Program. Our main goal for this program is to ensure that our volunteer time is being used where we need it the most. To achieve this, we require input and suggestions of Volunteer activities that would assist service users and community members. You are invited to participate in a webbased online survey to share your suggestions. The survey is open to adults living in the Northern Health Region. Visit: http://bit.do/nrhavolunteersurvey to participate. The survey is open until midnight on June 10, 2016.

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News Many beautiful things cannot be seen or touched, they are felt within the heart. what you’ve done for us is one of them and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your thoughtfulness and kind words during the loss of a dear father, our son, a companion, our brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend.

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FEBRUARY 13, 1995 - MARCH 30, 2016 TGH Emergency Staff MICU staff & the donor team of HSC Bliss & Sylvia Richard for conducting the service & beautiful music they shared. God’s Lake First Nation Keewatin Tribal Council RCMP & Thompson Fire Department Winnipeg Ambulance Department Juniper Centre Inc. MacDonald Youth Services Boardman Funeral Home Staff Royal Canadian Legion The Hub Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Thompson Minor Hockey Association Norman Northstars Hockey Club Lady Islanders Hockey Club & Parents To the people who made a monetary donation to the Hope North Suicide Committee A very special thank you to: Sarah Moore & Mike George; Chris & Danette Amell; Mathew & Avery; Darlene & Chris Tssitos Councilior Kenny Miswaggon of PCN; Jonathan Sarchuk; Rhonda McDonald; Travis Reid; Jim Mcintyre; Kathy Valentino & Family; Wayne & Jeanette Constant; Barb Gillis & Al Pilszek; Anna Mckay & Family; Debbie Fontaine; Jacquie Dram; Phyllis Bignell & Family; Mathew & Hilda Garrick; Clara Castel All our visitors during Taylor’s stay at TGH & HSC; to all of you who donated food & to all who sent flowers, cards & text messages; emails etc. Once again, Thank You Travis Bloomer (Eliza) & Family; Jenna Marie Franche & Edward Jonathan.

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Tablet donation will integrate technology into Split Lake students’ education BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Grade 4 students in Split Lake used new technological tools to create claymation animated stories after receiving a donation of 50 child-friendly tablets designed by One Laptop Per Child (OLPC), an organization that enhances education for aboriginal youth by providing them with devices designed to foster

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creative, innovative and self-empowered learning. The tablets provided to the students at Chief Sam Cooke Mahmuwee Education Centre in Tataskweyak Cree Nation include content highlighting aboriginal cultures and languages as well as pre-installed apps designed to aid the development of literacy, math and science skills. Each tablet is also pre-loaded with more than 100 e-books. “We are proud of what the Grade 4 students of Tataskweyak Cree Nation have been able to accomplish with their new tablets in just a few days’ time,” said OLPC Canada executive director Jennifer Martino, who was in Split Lake to observe the claymation workshop that served as the students’ introduction to the tablets. Chief Sam Cooke Mahmuwee Education Centre principal Thelma Spence said the donation of the tablets was a big boost for the school. “I look forward to seeing how our students use this technology to express their

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individual interests and talents,” said Spence. The tablets were donated by OLPC and Vale, which is a founding sponsor of the One Laptop Per Child initiative and will help connect up to 450 youth to technology this year. “OLPC Canada provides Vale’s Manitoba Operations with the opportunity to directly support the learning of children and youth within the regional communities,” said Ryan Land, Vale Manitoba Operations

manager of corporate affairs and organizational development. “It not only enriches the lives and learning of students in these communities, but it also fosters the further development of workplace essential skills for the future support of our Northern Employment Strategy.” Founded in 2010, OLPC Canada has provided educational technology to more than 10,000 aboriginal youth in nine provinces and two territories.

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Grade 4 students display clay creations ready for animation.

Other points addressed to the federal government include helping First Nations set up heating utilities taking advantage of biomass and geothermal heat generation methods instead of costly and environmentally unfriendly diesel, and making new and existing homes on First Nations more energy-efficient, which costs money up front but saves their occupants money down the road. “Produce grown in our communities receives no incentives while outside retailers are supported, so-

cial assistance won’t pay low utility bills in energyefﬁcient homes but will pay high bills that create no local jobs, and it’s illegal in Manitoba for First Nations to sell electricity, even to ourselves,” said North Wilson. “We’re asking for a nation-to-nation relationship so our people can succeed.” The plan also asks the provincial government to deliver driver training to all communities, including First Nations, to allow First Nations to operate solar and wind-generating projects with feed-in tariffs

paid for excess electricity that can be used by Manitoba Hydro, and to support the growth of more social enterprises in MKO First Nations. “There is a new economy emerging and it is based on our traditional values,” North Wilson says. “These calls to action are modern realization of these values - putting family and community first, focusing on self-reliance and independence, and taking care of mother Earth. The 10-point strategy includes ideas ﬁrmly rooted in what the elders have taught us.”

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Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson Atlas Copco’s Joe Benoit, left, presents a cheque for $1000 to museum board chair Paul Hawman, right. As he did last year, teacher Clarence Fisher kicked off the Snow Lake Mining Museum’s fifth-annual celebration of Manitoba Mining Week by raising his voice several decibels above the clamour of close to 185 patrons. He noted that it was nice to see so many folks out to the museum, checking out what had changed since the previous year. “This is what Snow Lake is about,” said Fisher. “This is the building that brings the community together … the building that represents Snow Lake.” Fisher then handed the floor over to the deputy mayor of Snow Lake, Jodi Wilson. Wilson thanked the museum for the invitation, volunteers for their hard work and the Steelworkers for providing lunch. She then called attention to the new “Rock Room” exhibit, stating, “Our Mining Museum, here in Snow Lake, is truly the gem of the north.” Following Wilson on the program, Fisher asked Richard Trudeau, Hudbay’s manager of Flin Flon and Snow Lake mines, to say a few words. He wished everyone a happy mining week and offered congratulations to the Snow Lake Mining Museum on celebrating their 20-year anniversary. “I’d just like to acknowledge Paul (Hawman – museum board chair), not only for all his hard work here at the museum, but Paul and I worked together for a number of years, and I consider him a mentor of mine, who helped shape my mining career,” said Trudeau. He then gave an overview of the opportunities within the local mining industry. Noting the im-

My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com Marc Jackson portance of mining and the positive outlook for Hudbay in Manitoba, Trudeau mentioned their three mines, two concentrators and zinc plant. In respect to the Lalor Mine, he said they were producing good tonnage with good grades. However, their next goal is to upgrade their gold resource and that by doing so the company could use that information to review the economics of a startup of the mill at the Snow Lake Mine. “This is a very aggressive project, with a lot of diamond drilling,” he said. “We have been going at it for a number of months and should be winding up in July.” Trudeau also mentioned the “paste plant” project, which will mix tailings and concrete for use in backfilling mined out areas at Lalor. He also noted some crushing and transport opportunities, which are rumoured to be moved from a contract basis to in-house operations. He pointed out that they were making these capital investments while also cutting costs during a downturn in the market and should be in a good position once things turn in a few years’ time. In closing, Trudeau provided an interesting fact about the local industry. Since 1960, when the Chisel Lake mine first opened, 27 million tons of ore came out of the ground in the Snow Lake

area. “What’s exciting about Lalor is that we have over half of that tonnage in our reserves right now, with a huge upside potential … so we plan to stick around and be part of the rich mining history of Snow Lake,” he said. After he closed, Trudeau presented a cheque on behalf of Hudbay in the amount of $750 to Hawman. Fisher then called on Joe Benoit, midwest regional service manager for Atlas Copco. Benoit talked about his time in Snow Lake, where he started in 2000 with Hudbay as a mechanical apprentice at Chisel North Mine. He worked with them for 10 years, before moving on to Atlas Copco. “Atlas Copco has had an excellent opportunity to partner with Hudbay in their surrounding mines, in providing equipment and services in those mines, and I’d just like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Town of Snow Lake on their rich mining history,” said Benoit. He also asked Hawman to step forward and presented him with a cheque for $1,000 on behalf of Atlas Copco. Fisher then acknowledged a $500 donation from McLean Engineering, who were unable to be in attendance. To close off the formal part of the day, Fisher asked Paul Hawman to say a few words.

“Although we have been active for almost 23 years, this year marks our 20th anniversary of being open to the public,” said the board chair. “This season also marks our fifth-annual provincial mining week event and I’d like to thank all of our supporters, large and small, past and present, for making this possible.” He also paid tribute to the museum’s corporate sponsors, then acknowledged Stittco who provided the propane to cook lunch, the USW Local #7106 who donated all of the food and drinks, as well as the volunteers who worked to put on the event. “I’d like to mention some of the highlights from the past year,” Hawman continued. “Our Star Attraction project is almost complete. With the arrival of ‘Al the Miner’ (a life size cardboard photo of Al Styba geared up for underground), we have only one more sign to erect to finish this project. The total spent is $15,000. Under construction is our Rock and Mineral Exhibit and our Exploration Exhibit is nearly complete, with only mudding and paint on the exterior walls left to do. The total spent on this project is $8900. Building Improvements funded by Community Places North. This is complete, with new overhead doors, roof repairs and a new entrance deck, on top of new siding the year before. The total spent over the last two years is $41,000.” Following Hawman’s address, patrons enjoyed hot dogs, drinks and coffee and took in the museum’s many exhibits.

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Louisiana Pacific - Swan Valley

Community Safety Oĸcer The City of Thompson invites qualiĮed applicants to submit a resume for consideraƟon for a full-Ɵme posiƟon in the Department of Fire and Public Safety:

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The Community Safety Oĸcer (CSO) is responsible for enforcing the provision of bylaws passed by Council and of appointed statutes. The CSO assists and works cooperaƟvely with the RCMP and other stakeholders, using a collaboraƟve enforcement model. The CSO is responsible for enforcement, prevenƟon, intervenƟon, and educaƟon of applicable legislaƟon, with an emphasis on the Downtown area. DuƟes include conducƟng patrols within the community, invesƟgaƟng and responding to by-law complaints, ensuring resoluƟon either by educaƟon and redirecƟon or ƟckeƟng, explaining and interpreƟng policies and regulaƟons to public and AdministraƟon, maintenance of documents and Įles, preparaƟon of noƟces, summonses, and legal documents, maintaining the conĮdenƟality of all informaƟon. In addiƟon to the minimum qualiĮcaƟons listed on the City of Thompson website, the right candidate will have superior interpersonal skills, with emphasis on eīecƟve communicaƟon and conŇict resoluƟon, excellent oral and wriƩen communicaƟon with a focus on customer service and public relaƟons, demonstrated ability to maintain a professional manner and make sound decisions under stressful public condiƟons, demonstrated knowledge of issues facing hard-to-serve populaƟons, including but not limited to: homelessness, addicƟons, crime prevenƟon, and public safety, demonstrated understanding of the social roots of crime, and knowledge of community resources. The City of Thompson oīers a comprehensive beneĮts program and compeƟƟve salary. Please review the detailed list of qualiĮcaƟons at www.thompson.ca under Employment OpportuniƟes. Detailed resumes outlining educaƟon, experience, qualiĮcaƟons and references will be accepted up to and including Friday, June 3, 2016. Those interested may apply in conĮdence to: Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson - 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: cmaclean@thompson.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Thompson is commiƩed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportuniƟes. We are dedicated to supporƟng healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and faciliƟes.

Plant Safety Manager II Louisiana-Pacific, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry is known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently seeking a permanent Plant Safety Manager II at our Swan Valley SmartSide®, Swan Valley, Minitonas operation. Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications; • Comprehensive knowledge of Federal, State/Provincial and local Industrial Health, Safety, and Fire Prevention Rules, Regulations, and related strategies • Detailed knowledge of safety policies & procedures and fire prevention programs • Knowledge of current supervisory and management techniques • Good written and verbal communication skills • Well-developed interpersonal skills • Supervisory and management skills • Strong organizational skills • Ability to operate a computer and supporting software • Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate and deliver safety education and training • Demonstrated ability to compile and analyze basic data, develop metrics, and perform cost benefit analysis • Demonstrated ability to work independently The successful candidates will join a dynamic team in providing support to the facility located in the beautiful Swan River Valley as it embarks on a new and exciting journey of producing siding for a growing market. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject to successful completion of comprehensive background screening and health checks. Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Shelby Robb, Human Resource Generalist II Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 E-mail: shelby.robb@lpcorp.com

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Scaler Louisiana-Pacific, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry is known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently seeking a Permanent Scaler at our Swan Valley SmartSide®, Swan Valley, Minitonas operation. Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications; • Knowledge of the LP green end log requirements • Knowledge of the forest management and wood fiber utilization • Knowledge of government regulations, logging utilization standards, log scaling regulations and grading rules • Strong math skills • Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Ability to operate small and large equipment as needed • Ability to operate a computer and supporting software • Scaler’s license preferred The successful candidates will join a dynamic team in providing support to the facility located in the beautiful Swan River Valley as it embarks on a new and exciting journey of producing siding for a growing market. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject to successful completion of comprehensive background screening and health checks. Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Shelby Robb, Human Resource Generalist II Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 E-mail: shelby.robb@lpcorp.com

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Plant Quality Supervisor II Louisiana-Pacific, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry is known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently seeking a permanent Plant Quality Supervisor II at our Swan Valley SmartSide®, Swan Valley, Minitonas operation. Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications; • Thorough knowledge of quality system • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment and basic mechanical ability • Knowledge of customer requirements, installation requirements, compliance regulations, quality processes and procedures • Skill in leading, planning, coaching, training, and supervising. Ability to hold people accountable • Skill in data analysis and troubleshooting • Knowledge and understanding of statistical process controls • Proven ability to design experiments to investigate product attributes or qualities/conditions • Strong computer spreadsheet software and software skills • Demonstrated project management skills • Proven ability to operate job related equipment and tools, to manage multiple projects, to operate a computer and supporting software, to communicate effectively in oral and written form, to work independently with minimum supervision, and to document process changes and their effects. The successful candidates will join a dynamic team in providing support to the facility located in the beautiful Swan River Valley as it embarks on a new and exciting journey of producing siding for a growing market. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject to successful completion of comprehensive background screening and health checks. Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Shelby Robb, Human Resource Generalist II Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 E-mail: shelby.robb@lpcorp.com

Scaler (Temporary Position) Louisiana-Pacific, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry is known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently seeking a temporary Scaler at our Swan Valley SmartSide®, Swan Valley, Minitonas operation. Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications; • Knowledge of the LP green end log requirements • Knowledge of the forest management and wood fiber utilization • Knowledge of government regulations, logging utilization standards, log scaling regulations and grading rules • Strong math skills • Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Ability to operate small and large equipment as needed • Ability to operate a computer and supporting software • Scaler’s license preferred We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject to successful completion of comprehensive background screening and health checks. Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Shelby Robb, Human Resource Generalist II Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 E-mail: shelby.robb@lpcorp.com

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University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

ADULT LEARNING CENTRE INSTRUCTOR Classification: Instructor Full-Time Regular Position Thompson, Manitoba Competition No. 16-052 Closing Date: June 13, 2016 Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers”, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

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INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC/ MILLWRIGHT INSTRUCTOR Classification: Instructor Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, Manitoba Competition No. 16-053 Closing Date: June 27, 2016

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Do you want to be a positive role model and make a difference in the lives of youth? Do you have experience working with high needs youth or have a commitment to learn about this population? Are you able to provide support in your own home and accommodate overnight care? Macdonald Youth Services Alternative Parent Home Program (Foster Care) requires Casual Respite Support Workers, in the Thompson area, to work as part of a Treatment Team to provide safe and caring support to high needs female adolescents between the ages of 12 to 17 in and/or out of the home. The successful candidate must be able to develop and maintain positive healthy relationships with children and youth who demonstrate a wide range of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Qualiﬁcations Necessary To Do The Job: Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent; Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification; possess a current (within 3 Months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search); Child Abuse Registry Check; Prior Contact Check; a valid driver’s license is preferred. Resumes may be faxed, 204-778-7778, emailed, northern. careers@mys.mb.ca, or delivered 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB. Visit us at www.mys.ca for other employment opportunities.

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Statistics Clerk One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Programs the Statistics Clerk is responsible for coordinating and recording the receipt of month end statistics reports on Agency case categories. The incumbent must possess excellent computer skills and be adaptable to software applications used by Awasis Agency. There is a requirement for thorough knowledge of policies, procedures and regulations of the Agency. There is also a requirement to demonstrate initiative by offering solutions when problems or discrepancies are identified in the system. Qualiﬁcations: • Grade 12 Certificate in an administrative training program with CFS statistics • experience is preferred or • A combination of education and experience in a similar work setting can be considered • Ability to adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information • Fast and accurate keyboarding skills • Analytical problem solving and conceptual skills • Must have good verbal and written communication skills • Proficient using Microsoft Word and Excel • Knowledge of Child and Family Services Information System (CFSIS)

Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Crisis Team Supervisor Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualiﬁed individual to fulﬁll the role of Crisis Team Supervisor.

Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualiﬁed individual to fulﬁll the role of Family Visitor 2 on a term basis.

Job Summary Reporting to the Mental Health Coordinator, the Crisis Team Supervisor acts as the supervisor for crisis team workers & is responsible for service delivery; planning, organizing & evaluating; staffing & supervision; communication & public relations; carries a caseload consisting of community members & / or their family members for OCN as assigned. The incumbent works in a multidisciplinary team in consultation & collaboration with the Mental Health Coordinator to develop & deliver programming & services that meet the needs of the program area; follows OHA policies & procedures; participates in committees; & may assist with other duties within the scope of the department.

Job Summary Reporting to the Community Health Nurse 4, the Family Visitor is responsible for conducting home visits to families with children aged 0-6 years of age to identify health needs of the family; establishes resource needs & linkages required to support the family’s health requirements; ensures all processes follow OHA policies & strengthening families program standards; works in a multidisciplinary team & may be called upon to assist with other duties within the scope of the department

Position Requirements: • Degree in Social Work • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training • Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License & daily access to a vehicle • 2 years of experience • 2 years of supervisory experience • Proficiency in MS Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook

Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience

Closing Date: : Open until ﬁlled.

Awasis Agency must conduct a Criminal Record Search, Prior Contact and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to finalizing the appointment of the successful candidate.

Applications Must Include: 1. A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements 2. Resume 3. Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) 4. Three professional letters of reference (colleague, supervisor or manager) – or – contact information for same (include position / title, current place of employment, phone number & email 5. Criminal record check (or indication that it has been applied for) 6. Child abuse registry check (or indication that it has been applied for) 7. Personal contact information (phone & email)

Closing Date:: Friday, June 10, 2016 A cover letter indicating position applying for, an updated resume and three reference can be sent to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Family Visitor 2 - Term

Your application will not proceed to interview without the above information. To obtain a complete job description, for additional information or to apply for this position please contact or submit your application to: Carol A. Buchberger, Human Resource Manager Opaskwayak Health Authority Box 10280, 245 Waller Road, Opaskwayak, MB R0B 2J0 Email: carol.buchberger@ocnhealth.com

Position Requirements: • Grade 12 or GED equivalent (required); education related to child development (preferred) • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License & daily access to a vehicle • 1 year of related experience • Satisfactory employment record including attendance at work ( • Proficiency in Windows operating system, Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook Closing Date: : June 16, 2016 at 4pm. No late submissions will be accepted. Applications Must Include: 1. A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements 2. Resume 3. Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) 4. Three professional letters of reference (colleague, supervisor or manager) – or – contact information for same (include position / title, current place of employment, phone number & email 5. Criminal record check (or indication that it has been applied for) 6. Child abuse registry check (or indication that it has been applied for) 7. Personal contact information (phone & email) Your application will not proceed to interview without the above information. To obtain a complete job description, for additional information or to apply for this position please contact or submit your application to: Carol A. Buchberger, Human Resource Manager Opaskwayak Health Authority Box 10280, 245 Waller Road, Opaskwayak, MB R0B 2J0 Email: carol.buchberger@ocnhealth.com Please mark all correspondence “CONFIDENTIAL”

Please mark all correspondence “CONFIDENTIAL”

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Careers

Full-Ć&#x;me Instructor/Guard

Part-Time Guards

The City of Thompson invites qualiÄŽed applicants to submit a resume for consideraĆ&#x;on:

The successful candidates will be 16 years of age or older, and possess Lifesaving Society current NaĆ&#x;onal Lifeguards Service Award and current Standard First Aid/CPR â&#x20AC;&#x153;Câ&#x20AC;?. The candidates must have eÄŤecĆ&#x;ve public relaĆ&#x;on skills and good communicaĆ&#x;on skills which prove an ability to give and receive verbal & wriĆŠen instrucĆ&#x;ons, willingness to parĆ&#x;cipate in ongoing training and courses and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Norplex Pool - IndeÄŽnite Term PosiĆ&#x;on

The successful candidate will be 18 years of age or older and must possess Lifesaving Society current NaĆ&#x;onal Lifeguards Service Award (NLS), Lifesaving Society Instructor (LSI), Standard First Aid and Swim for Life. The candidate must have eÄŤecĆ&#x;ve public relaĆ&#x;on skills and good communicaĆ&#x;on skills which prove an ability to give and receive verbal & wriĆŠen instrucĆ&#x;ons. Preference will be given to those applicants who also possess Instructor Trainer (IT) and NaĆ&#x;onal Lifeguard Service Award Instructor (NLSI). DuĆ&#x;es include preparing, teaching and evaluaĆ&#x;ng lessons and classes; safeguarding and supervising pool patrons; cleaning, disinfecĆ&#x;ng and maintaining the pool deck and miscellaneous equipment. Ability to maintain ÄŽtness level to perform duĆ&#x;es and parĆ&#x;cipate in schedules. EÄŤecĆ&#x;vely communicate with the public, supervisors, part-Ć&#x;me staÄŤ and parĆ&#x;cipates in staÄŤ training sessions. Other related duĆ&#x;es as per the job descripĆ&#x;on. ApplicaĆ&#x;ons will be accepted up to and including Wednesday, June 8, 2016. Those interested may apply in conÄŽdence to: Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: cmaclean@thompson.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

for the Norplex Pool

Some of the duĆ&#x;es include: safeguards and supervises pool patrons, cleans, disinfects and maintains the pool deck and miscellaneous equipment and other related duĆ&#x;es as per job descripĆ&#x;on. ApplicaĆ&#x;ons will be accepted up to and including Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. Those interested may apply in conÄŽdence to: Samantha Scibak, Pool Manager Norplex Pool City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 E-mail: sscibak@thompson.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Thompson is commiĆŠed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportuniĆ&#x;es. We are dedicated to supporĆ&#x;ng healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and faciliĆ&#x;es.

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> Construction Project Officer 'VMM 5JNF '5& t 5IPNQTPO .BOJUPCB The Construction Project Officer (CPO) is responsible for the coordination and supervision of various safety & security and capital projects within the RHA. The CPO will work independently with minimal direction in assisting the primary consultants in their duties to supervise and administer the construction contract. The CPO will also be responsible for the monitoring and inspection of the construction project, ensuring that all required materials, specifications, and testing meet the plans and specifications of the project. Qualifications: t (SBEF FEVDBUJPO BMUFSOBUF DPNCJOBUJPO PG FEVDBUJPO BOE FYQFSJFODF may be considered). t +PVSOFZNBO 5SBEFTNBO t $PNQMFUJPO PG B $FSUJĂśFE &OHJOFFSJOH 5FDIOPMPHZ 1SPHSBN BMUFSOBUF DPNCJOBUJPO PG FEVDBUJPO BOE FYQFSJFODF NBZ CF DPOTJEFSFE t .VTU IBWF B WBMJE .BOJUPCB $MBTT 7 ESJWFS T MJDFOTF BDDFTT UP B WFIJDMF BOE willingness to travel the region year round. t 5XP ZFBST FYQFSJFODF JO EJSFDUMZ SFMBUFE QPTJUJPO QSFGFSSFE t .JOJNVN PG ĂśWF ZFBST JO BMM BTQFDUT PG NBKPS DPOTUSVDUJPO t .JOJNVN PG ĂśWF ZFBST DPNQSFIFOTJWF QSPKFDU QMBOOJOH t .BOBHFNFOU FYQFSJFODF JODMVEJOH FYQFSJFODF XPSLJOH JO GBDJMJUZ TQBDF QMBOOJOH -&&% BOE DPOTUSVDUJPO PG DBQJUBM QSPKFDUT For complete list of qualifications please visit our website www.nrha.ca. Please submit resumĂŠ by June 9, 2016 to: Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer 867 Thompson Drive South, Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Fax: (204) 778-1477, Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca

$BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to selfdeclare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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The City of Thompson is commiĆŠed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportuniĆ&#x;es. We are dedicated to supporĆ&#x;ng healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and faciliĆ&#x;es.

Tataskweyak Cree Nation Home & Community Care Program PO Box 40 Split Lake, Manitoba R0B 1P0 Phone: (204) 342-2792 Fax: (204) 342-2876 Tataskweyak Cree Nation Health Department

Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Home Support Worker Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Home Support Worker Job Summary Reporting to the Home Care Manager, the Home Support Worker (HSW) is responsible for providing assistance & / or support through supervision or direction, to individuals so that they may managing their own care needs. The HSW functions as an integral part of the health care team & performs all duties in accordance with Home Care program as well as mission, vision, values, policies & procedures of OHA; ensures all processes follow OHA policies; works in a multidisciplinary team & may be called upon to assist with other duties within the scope of the department. Position Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘ Grade 12 or GED equivalent â&#x20AC;˘ Home Support Worker Certificate (preferred) â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License â&#x20AC;˘ 1 year related experience â&#x20AC;˘ Satisfactory employment record including attendance at work Closing Date: June 16 , 2016 at 4pm. No late submissions will be accepted. Applications Must Include: 1. A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements 2. Resume 3. Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) 4. Three professional letters of reference (colleague, supervisor or manager) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or â&#x20AC;&#x201C; contact information for same (include position / title, current place of employment, phone number & email 5. Criminal record check (or indication that it has been applied for) 6. Child abuse registry check (or indication that it has been applied for) 7. Personal contact information (phone & email) Your application will not proceed to interview without the above information. To obtain a complete job description, for additional information or to apply for this position please contact or submit your application to: Carol A. Buchberger, Human Resource Manager Opaskwayak Health Authority Box 10280, 245 Waller Road, Opaskwayak, MB R0B 2J0 Email: carol.buchberger@ocnhealth.com Please mark all correspondence â&#x20AC;&#x153;CONFIDENTIALâ&#x20AC;? Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CAREER OPPURTUNITY Full Time Administrative Assistant LOCATION: Nelson House, MB FACILITY: Nisichawayasihk Personal Care Home SUMMARY: The Administrative Assistant provides clerical assistance to the Director of Long Term and Continuing Care and collaborates with all the members of the multi-disciplinary team. The ability to work independently in all aspects of a medical facility including phone inquiries, booking, filing and billing; ability to manage and arrange meetings and travel for management and Board of Directors; ability to assist management in daily activities, coordinate and perform scheduling of employees. In conjunction with the finance comptroller, completes payroll attendance records on a biweekly basis; support the workflow of the Administrative and the Director of Nursing (agendaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, meeting minutes, internal and external correspondence); Have the ability to manage complex data source, learn new programs, design setups, formats and charts. QUALIFICATIONS: â&#x20AC;˘ Grade 12 education or equivalent â&#x20AC;˘ Completion of post-secondary education in office administration through a business school or college (combination of education and experience may be considered) â&#x20AC;˘ Comprehension knowledge of office methods and procedures and office equipment â&#x20AC;˘ Exceptional computer skills including windows, Microsoft Office (all aspects), word processing and email â&#x20AC;˘ Be extremely open minded, loyal, dedicated and have the ability to handle confidential information â&#x20AC;˘ Have a minimum of three years administrative experience â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent English communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. â&#x20AC;˘ Must have a Medical Terminology course or willing to obtain â&#x20AC;˘ Class 5 Drivers License â&#x20AC;˘ Criminal Record Check

DEPARTMENT: JOB STATUS/FTE: TERM (is applicable): WAGE RANGE: UNION AFFILIATION:

Long Term Care 1.0 FTE NA To Be Discussed MGEU

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Aboriginal applicants are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications & resumes. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. For more information, please contact: Bernadette Weber, CEO/DON Box #460 Nelson House, MB R0B 1A0 Email: nhpchome@mymts.net Phone #: 204-484-2350 Fax #: 204-484-2011 CLOSING DATE: June 7, 2016

Tataskweyak Cree Nation is seeking applications for a Home & Community Care Nurse. This is a 1 year term, nursing position within a Northern Community and will require the nurse to live and work in the community. This position will: â&#x20AC;˘ Ensure all components of the National Home & Community Care Program guidelines are established within the Tataskweyak Cree Nation Community. â&#x20AC;˘ Assist the Home & Community Care Program Coordinator to coordinate and provide direct service delivery and program management of the Tataskweyak Cree Nation Home & Community Care Program. â&#x20AC;˘ Establish within the Tataskweyak Cree Nation Community, Case Management protocols in collaboration with Hospital Discharge Coordinators, and other local, regional, provincial and federal programs and services to provide maximum efďŹ ciencies and eliminate duplication of services. â&#x20AC;˘ Promote and establish partnerships with various community resources to ensure continuum of care. â&#x20AC;˘ Provide comprehensive assessments of clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s need for home and community care, based on established eligibility criteria, which include physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual care needs. â&#x20AC;˘ Teach clients, families and direct service providers safe practices and procedures related to care, within the home and also community setting. â&#x20AC;˘ Liaise with Tataskweyak Cree Nation Leadership and community members with the planning, development and implementation for activities of the Home & Community Care Program. â&#x20AC;˘ Establish and maintain cooperation with other Keewatin Tribal Council First Nation Communities, local Home & Community Care Coordinators, Keewatin Tribal Council Resources, in providing the maximum delivery of services of the Home & Community Care Program. QualiďŹ cations â&#x20AC;˘ Baccalaureate Degree or Diploma in Nursing. Active CRNM registration is required. â&#x20AC;˘ Related health administrative training/experience preferred. â&#x20AC;˘ Licensed Practical Nurse, active CLPNM, will be considered based on nursing experience and related administrative training. â&#x20AC;˘ Three or more years in community health, primary care, home & community care and/or long term care experience preferred. â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge and understanding of the National Home & Community Care Program development and implementation requirement preferred. â&#x20AC;˘ Working knowledge and experience with First Nations Communities culture, values and beliefs. â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent Interpersonal skills, written communication, time management, organizational and computer skills. â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to solve problems and deal effectively with conďŹ&#x201A;ict. Salary â&#x20AC;˘ Salary & beneďŹ t packages negotiable with Tataskweyak Cree Nation and will commensurate with qualiďŹ cations and experience. Requirements â&#x20AC;˘ Active practicing nursing experience (CNRM/CLPNM) â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License required â&#x20AC;˘ Subject to criminal record and child abuse registry check â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to speak Cree considered an asset OPEN UNTIL POSITION FILLED Please submit cover letter explaining interest with resume AND three (3) letters of references attached to: Judy Spence Home Care Nurse/Coordinator Tataskweyak Home & Community Care Program PO Box 40 Split Lake, Manitoba R0B 1P0 Phone: (204) 342-2792 Fax: (204) 342-2876 email: jspence.hccp@gmail.com We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted; preference will be given to a QualiďŹ ed First Nation Candidate.

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