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Search for B.C. murder suspects comes to a close after two bodies discovered near Gillam

BY KYLE DARBYSON

KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

After two-and-a-half nerve-racking weeks, Manitoba RCMP finally called off the nationwide manhunt for Kam Mcleod and Bryer Schmegelsky Aug. 7 after officers discovered a pair of corpses near the shoreline of the Nelson River.

During an afternoon press conference in Winnipeg, Assistant Commissioner Jane MacLatchy, commanding officer of the Manitoba RCMP, said they are confident these bodies belong to the two Port Alberni teens connected to three recent homicides in northern B.C. An autopsy is scheduled for sometime this week to confirm the pair’s identity and the cause of their death.

Even though the suspects haven’t been officially seen since July 22, MacLatchy said her officers never gave up in their search by following-up on every lead and using every available resource.

She said the RCMP finally caught a break Aug. 2 when they located items directly

linked to the suspects on the shoreline of the Nelson River near Gillam and Fox Lake Cree Nation.

From there, specialized RCMP officers were able to narrow the search area and scour higher probability areas.

At approximately 10 a.m. on Wednesday, they stumbled upon two corpses in the dense brush one kilometre away from where these items were found.

“To the families of everyone affected by the series of events over the last few weeks, I know it has been so very difficult and I hope today’s announcement can begin to bring some closure,” said MacLatchy.

Even though the active manhunt in that area has been scaling down as of late, Gillam and Fox Lake Cree Nation remained a pivotal part of the ongoing investigation since the suspects’ burned Toyota Rav 4 was discovered near these communities July 22.

The RCMP even deployed a diving team to search the Nelson River over the Au-

ities like Gillam, Fox Lake Cree Nation, War Lake First Nation and York Landing for helping them with this ongoing investigation.

“Your lives have been disrupted, many of you lived with uncertainty and fear,” she said. “But throughout, you were resilient, you came together as communities and you helped our officers get the job done.”

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Grand Chief Garrison Settee also commended the tireless efforts of volunteer community patrol teams like the Bear Clan and offered his support to northern residents who are still reeling from this experience.

“Today’s news is a first step in helping Northern First Nations to feel a renewed sense of safety,” he said in an Aug. 7 press release. “It may take some time for people to recover from the trauma caused by this lengthy manhunt. MKO will continue to support our Northern First Nations with the healing work that needs to be done in the weeks and months to come.”

Book a way to preserve and pass on memories of growing up in Churchill Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of RCMP Manitoba RCMP called off the manhunt for Kam Mcleod and Bryer Schmegelsky after discovering a pair of bodies near the Nelson River Aug. 7. gust long weekend after they found a damaged, aluminum boat on its shores.

While police still aren’t completely sure how all these pieces fit together, they still believe that McLeod and Schmegelsky are responsible for killing University of British Columbia lecturer Leonard Dyck and tourists Lucas Fowler and Chynna Deese.

Fowler and Deese were

found dead on the Alaska Highway in B.C. July 15.

Four days later, Dyck’s body was discovered south of Dease Lake, B.C., two kilometres away from a burntout truck that the suspects were driving.

On Aug. 1, Fowler’s family held a funeral for the homicide victim in his native Australia. Deese, Fowler’s American girlfriend, was buried in her home state of

North Carolina July 27.

Authorities initially began searching for McLeod and Schmegelsky as missing persons but declared the two teens were being investigated as suspects in these deaths after they were spotted in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan July 21.

MacLatchy wrapped up her press conference on Wednesday by thanking various northern commun-

Five northern athletes representing Team Manitoba at Western Canada Summer Games Thompson track star and Cross Lake wrestling team competing in amateur sporting event

BY KYLE DARBYSON

KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Over 1,700 athletes, coaches and officials are gearing up for the 2019 Western Canada Summer Games, which is taking place in Swift Current, Saskatchewan Aug. Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham 9-18.

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

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Friday, August 9, 2019

Thompson RCMP received over 100 calls for service during August long weekend Vacuum theft, impaired driving and youth break-in at Wapanohk School kept local police busy

BY KYLE DARBYSON

KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Throughout Aug. 3-5, Thompson RCMP received 104 calls for service and had to contend with a variety of other complaints and investigations.

On Saturday, local police were on patrol around 1:53 p.m. when they spotted a 32-year-old man running away from Walmart with two robot vacuums that still had their security tags attached. The value of the stolen property is approximately $1,000.

After they arrested the man for shoplifting, the officers eventually determined that he also had a warrant out for his arrest. The suspect was subsequently remanded into custody.

On Sunday, at around 12:38 a.m., the Thompson

RCMP responded to reports of an impaired driver leaving a social at St. Joseph’s Ukrainian Catholic Church.

Police eventually located the 20 year-old female suspect at the Thompson Inn beer vendor and arrested her for impaired driving after she showed signs of inebriation.

Even though she refused to provide a breath sample, the suspect was eventually released from custody to appear in court at a later date.

Finally, Thompson RCMP arrested four youth early Monday morning for breaking into Wapanohk Community School.

The police were dispatched around 2:06 a.m. after the school’s alarm system went off multiple times and eventually discovered four teenagers, ran-

Human remains discovered near UCN campus in The Pas

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Thompson RCMP Thompson RCMP arrested four teens, aged-16-17, Aug. 5 after the suspects broke into Wapanohk Community School through one of the building’s windows.

PUBLIC NOTICE 2020 BOARD OF REVISION

The public is also advised that the Board of Revision will sit to hear applications for revision on September 11, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Town of Gillam Council Chambers, 323 Railway Avenue, Gillam, Manitoba.

Application for revision 42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under section 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) b) c) d)

liability to taxation; amount of an assessed value; classification of property; or a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

Application requirements 43(1) An application for revision must a) be made in writing; b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and d) be filed by (i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or (ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice (by August 26, 2019).

Dated at the Town of Gillam, this 26th day of July, 2019.

Jackie Clayton Board of Revision Secretary Town of Gillam 323 Railway Avenue, P.O. Box 100 Gillam, MB R0B 0L0

son RCMP suspect that these two incidents are connected, but can’t conclusively prove anything yet.

Anyone with information about these recent crimes is asked to contact Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6909 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-2228477, or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Last week, from July 29 to Aug. 4, the Thompson RCMP received 447 calls for service and lodged 175 prisoners.

This recent rate of activity still pales in comparison to this past Nickel Days weekend, where local police responded to 313 calls and lodged 158 people in detachment cells in less than 72 hours (June 20-23).

Your friendly neighbourhood Blessing Box

After receiving a call around 7:50 p.m. on Aug 6, The Pas RCMP discovered human remains near the town’s University College of the North campus.

Police said the identity of the remains is unknown at this point.

The Pas RCMP, along with Major Crime Services, Forensic Identification Services and the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office, continue to investigate.

Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

Pursuant to Section 41 of the Municipal Assessment Act, NOTICE is hereby given that the 2020 Assessment Roll for the Town of Gillam is open for public inspection at the Administration Office, 323 Railway Avenue, Gillam, Manitoba, during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

ging in age from 16 to 17, who had gained entry to the building’s interior through a window.

The teens were eventually released from custody to appear in court in Thompson at a later date.

Police are still trying to determine if anything was stolen from school property.

This was the second time that the RCMP responded to an incident at Wapanohk in 24 hours, since they were also dispatched to the school early Sunday morning after multiple alarms went off.

Although the officers didn’t locate anyone inside the school, they found that a person or persons had splashed a can of paint on the floor in one of the classrooms.

At this point, the Thomp-

Nickel Belt News photo by Kyle Darbyson Thompson’s very own Blessing Box is located at 28 Farrell Drive.

BY KYLE DARBYSON

KYLE@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Since the local food bank is closed for the month of August, the person behind Thompson’s very own public pantry is asking residents to contribute as

many non-perishable food items as they can spare.

“It’s a give-and-take system,” said Joanie Jesso, who established the Blessing Box in Thompson back in May 2017. “If people need something they take

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While this same concept has popped up throughout Canada and the United States over the past couple years, Jesso told the Nickel Belt News she was inspired to set up her own public pantry after volunteering to help feed hungry children overseas.

“I’ve worked with a lot of underprivileged children who really have nothing. It was bad in Peru, but when I volunteered in Africa it was 10 times worse,” she said.

“So when I got back [from Peru] that’s when I decided to do the pantry.”

Jesso originally placed the Blessing Box outside her old home on Queens Bay in Eastwood.

Despite the neighbourhood’s rough reputation, she said the local youth used it pretty regularly and never subjected it to vandalism.

“I noticed a lot of the kids over there kind of relied on it for breakfast,” said Jesso.

“I know a lot of the schools now are doing the breakfast programs and stuff like that, so it’s not as bad. But a lot of the little stragglers that were too late for that program really liked using the box.”

In fact, throughout the last two years, Jesso said

she’s never experienced any major mishap with the Blessing Box, besides one time when someone thought it was appropriate to donate a couple bottles of booze.

The public pantry is stationed outside her new home at 28 Farrell Drive, and Jesso said she receives plenty of support, including big donations from businesses including Family Foods and the Thompson Veterinary Clinic.

However, Jesso also admits there are periods when the box is empty for extended periods of time, which doesn’t bode well for the community now that the food bank has temporarily closed its doors.

“I worry because there’s a lot of people who really rely on the food bank,” she said.

“I don’t know how closing for the whole month of August is going to affect the community, but it would be nice if people knew there’s other resources out there.”

In addition to non-perishable food items, Jesso said this public pantry also accepts toiletries and Tupperware containers. Donations of fresh fruit and raw meat should be held off until the colder winter months.

For more information on Blessing Box Thompson please visit their official Facebook page.

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eland. ate St. ng the educentr.dumont@gmail.com ’s paFriday, August 9, 2019 r praySister Andrea Dumont sached • www.thompsoncitizen.net r and He apperson your own behaviour seph of Toronto Roman Catholic religious order. we got talking, and he listen, love and be And WESTHAVER n, re- ERIC said, ‘The Liberals haven’t FLIN FLON REMINDER She spent 14 years in as well humble. Next reach out got a candidate in your region The Manitoba Liberal Party Guatemala and since to your neighbours. Inspirit has and I think you’d be pretty their candidate returning to Canada viteselected them to come with yet bring for next month’s provincial ideal.’” has lived in Grand you to church on Suners. If election–former A self-described socialist, Lynn Lake Rapids, Easterville day orJames ask them to pray Lindsay was attracted to the Lake Christ, mayor Lindsay. and Thompson.

The with you.

Be joyful in ather party after becoming Lindsay was acclaimed as Liberal atrick main focus of her work your encounters with disillusioned with the Manin the to the Manitoba Liberal Party’s sion in NDP. adult education, others.

Let Christ withrh. has candidate for Flin Flon at an toba For cence which includes train“I’ve been a socialist my 2 meeting his homein you, shinein through t to be Aug. wife entire life.

In the past five or town of Lynn Lake. ing lay presiders for ed the your you. Celebrate St. Patsix years, I found Manitoba’s Raised in Flin Flon, and times when there is no rick and learn from ii,them so party has organstrayed currently a teacher and the socialist priest available, him. ut his town’s stay, the original fundamencurrent fire chief, from izing and instructing in Happy St. Patrick’s how Mus- to Lindsay was first alerted to tals of socialism. Prior to the the various ministries, Day! Enjoy celebraather make the open post the through a for- last election, I kind of started sacramental preparation of his life!

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Thoughts

Nickel Belt News • www.thompsoncitizen.net Friday, March 16, 2018

Manitoba Liberals select former Lynn Lake mayor for election

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MLA Report

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for a temporary leave of absence from his teaching position and his post as fire chief for the campaign.

Originally from Flin Flon, Lindsay worked at several northern Manitoba schools before moving to Lynn Lake 15 years ago.

“I’ve been living the dream at the end of the road ever since,” he joked.

Lindsay has already listed planks of his personal platform, along with the platform of the provincial party.

If elected, Lindsay plans to prioritize some of the North’s most pressing issues, particularly for isolated communities.

“I’m going to be heavily focused on education, health care and more specifically, the social supports that health care provides. We’re seeing that to be an ever increasing problem in northwest Mani-

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Dougald Lamont James Lindsay (right) poses for a photo with Tom Cochrane after successfully renaming a 322-kilometre section of Provincial Road 391, between Lynn Lake and Thompson, after the Canadian musician. on provincial ballots, which list candidates by surname in alphabetical order in all caps.

While it may sound trivial, Lindsay acknowledges the situation is unusual.

“I’ve been thinking about that,” he said.

“I know Tom has his face fairly well known around Flin Flon and the entire constituency.

My face isn’t as well known. We’re just going to have to trust that everybody can read a ballot.”

Keeping our promises

ment in 2016, we have been committed to improving access to quality child care in more communities and reducing wait lists that Kelly Bindle were previously allowed to climb into the thousands. affordable child lion to open a total of 1,600 By March 31, 2020, our at Quality, developing a long-term history. care is important to Mani- new children.

We government will have aseconomic development Asspaces well,forthis year’s are also increasing operattoba families, and our govstrategy for growth and provincial budget increas- sisted in opening 3,195 new ernment is continuing to in- ing grants to es funding forhome-based health care child care spaces in Maniprosperity in Northern vest strategically improve providers by 70 to its care highest level ever in toba. Under the NDP, far Manitoba.

We toare con- child per cent, by 68 per cent for too many families struggled the accessibility to child tinuing this work with Manitoba, further reduces and 60 by with a shortage of quality care spaces across prov- pre-school industry and Firstthe Nations ambulance children fees, creates ince.

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toba and throughout the province,” he said.

“The problem’s been there for years, of course, and it hasn’t gotten any better. From my perspective, the provincial governments and our health care system could have taken a much more active role in addressing these issues.”

Lindsay’s nomination leads to a peculiar issue for next month’s election: it will mean both the incumbent MLA and a challenger will be listed on the same ballot with nearly identical surnames – the NDP’s Tom Lindsey, who currently represents Flin Flon in provincial legislature, and Lindsay himself. Only one letter separates their last names–the incumbent uses an “e”, while Lindsay, the Liberal challenger, uses an “a”–meaning that the Liberal Lindsay will be featured first

we are significantly improving access to the child care they need.

Our government is also continuing to implement the Accessibility for Manitobans Act, and is projecting all standards being in place by 2020–much earlier than the act’s stipulated deadline of 2023.

Compliance has been good, with 80 per cent of provincial government agencies, boards and commissions deemed to have accessibility plans in place.

In addition, 97 per cent of

Manitoba Hydro employees, between 80 and 90 per cent of Winnipeg Regional Health Authority staff and 61 per cent of Manitoba civil servants have received customer service training.

Since taking office in 2016, our government has passed four customer service standards with an average of one per year, and will continue to remove barriers and make Manitoba more inclusive for everyone.

Our government has kept its promises and commitments to Manitobans. We

have reduced the provincial sales tax, saving families hundreds of dollars a year. We have reduced the provincial deficit by more than half, getting us closer to balanced budgets. And we have made investments in community projects, as well as in addictions and mental health services. Our Progressive Conservative government is committed to standing up against the federal government’s carbon tax, and will continue fighting to make life more affordable for Manitobans.

Summer mining news wrap-up

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Jim Parres A stockpile of arsenic-bearing material known locally as ‘Toke Mountain,’ highlighted in red, is located just East of the Snow Lake Mine Mill. lawsuits challenging the U.S. Forest Service’s issuance of the Final Record of Decision (FROD) for the company’s Rosemont project in Arizona.

The Court ruled to vacate and remand the FROD such that Rosemont cannot proceed with construction at this time. The company believes that the Court misinterpreted federal mining laws and Forest Service regulations as they apply to Rosemont and will appeal the Court’s decision to the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

“We are extremely disappointed with the Court’s decision,” said Peter Kuk-

ielski, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer. “We strongly believe that the project conforms to federal laws and regulations that have been in place for decades. We will be appealing the decision as we evaluate next steps for the Rosemont Project.”

Finally, Snow Lake Resources has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tanco Mining Corporation of Canada to fast track their Thompson Brothers Lithium Project.

Under this MOU, Tanco Mining and Snow Lake Resources will work collab-

oratively to explore all possible collaborations, with the view of delivering economic benefits to both parties. The agreement identifies a range of initiatives that may be pursued, including investigating processing of the Thompson Brothers material utilizing the Tanco infrastructure and Tanco supporting financing options for project infrastructure. In addition, other means will be investigated to maximize local employment with added economic benefits for the Town of Snow Lake, Winnipeg and environs, which headquarter each operation.

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Indigenous children living in Manitoba most impoverished in country, study says

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Back in early July, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) and the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) co-authored a report which revealed that almost half of First Nations children (47 per cent) in this country fall below the poverty line.

This study, titled “Towards Justice: Tackling Indigenous Child Poverty in Canada,” showcases a disparity between the conditions that Indigenous children live in and the national child poverty rate of 17.6 per cent.

The gap is even worse in Manitoba, which sports the highest child poverty rate in the country (64 per cent) for Indigenous children living on reserves. The only other province in the country that shares this same poverty rate is Saskatchewan.

Meanwhile, non-Indigenous, non-radicalized children register the lowest rate of child poverty at 12 per

cent, roughly one quarter that of their First Nations counterparts.

“The findings of this report are shameful and underscore the urgent need to invest in First Nations children, families and communities,” said AFN National Chief Perry Bellegarde in a July 9 press release.

The AFN and CCPA came up with these statistics using data from the 2006 census, the 2011 National Household Survey and the 2016 census.

Even though conditions have marginally improved for Métis children and Indigenous kids living in large urban centres like Winnipeg, the study also highlights the fact that these poverty rates have remained largely unchanged throughout this stretch of time.

For example, Manitoba’s poverty rate for Indigenous children living on reserves (65 per cent) is almost identical to what it looked in 2006, although it does

represent a big decline from the 76 per cent poverty rate from 2011.

“Canada has not been tracking poverty on-reserve and that’s one reason the situation is not improving,” said Bellegarde. “We need a combination of political will, action, cooperation among governments and sustainable investments in water, infrastructure, housing and education to help First Nations children succeed and get a fair start in life.”

The study’s authors even point to Quebec as an example of how the country can help bring about positive change.

According to the study, resource-revenue sharing between the provincial government and First Nations groups helped counteract federal underfunding, resulting in the lowest child poverty rate in the country (29 per cent) for Indigenous children living on reserves.

AFN and CCPA wrapped up their report by imploring

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Upstream.

This graph from “Towards Justice: Tackling Child Poverty in Canada” tracks the child poverty rate in the country province-by-province, from 2006 to 2016, for Indigenous children living on reserves. the federal government to annual income surveys, ap- munities both financially adopt a series of strategies plying low-income lines to and jurisdictionally. if they are serious about reserves, committing to a 50 To read the report in closing the quality of life per cent reduction in Market full, please visit the official gap between Indigenous and Basket Measure poverty on website for Upstream, the non-Indigenous children. reserves by 2030 and sup- communications think tank These recommendations porting the self-determin- that published this study on are: including reserves in ation of Indigenous com- July 9.

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Planes, trains, cars and ferries - Wride hits campaign trail CASSIDY DANKOCHIK FLIN FLON REMINDER

Flin Flon Progressive Conservative candidate Teresa Wride knows all about the challenges of campaigning in a northern riding. She’s worked with Elections Manitoba for the past three elections helping people to vote.

She’s still working to help people to vote, but now she’s hoping those people will be marking an “x” beside her name.

Wride has been travelling around the riding, introducing herself as a candidate and fundraising for the provincial election Sept. 10. Wride has set up her office in Flin Flon, which features photographs from around the riding and a giant map of the riding.

“There’s the challenges of getting to the communities,” she said, gesturing to the map on her wall.

“You have to fly, take a train and, there’s a couple communities you have to take a ferry, and of course driving. So that’s pretty cool. Planes, trains, automobiles and ferries.”

The boundaries of the Flin Flon riding have changed for this year’s election. The riding now encompasses communities like Norway House and Cross Lake.

Wride said she has appreciated the opportunity

to travel across the riding.

“It’s a challenge. It’s not a barrier,” she said of the size of the riding.

“Going on these roads that people use - that’s part of their life. That’s our way of commuting.

To be able to experience that, I think is very is a good thing.”

In her early travels across the riding to introduce herself as a candidate, Wride said she’s had many productive conversations with residents and community leaders.

“I spoke with a couple of elders in Norway House and they encouraged me to get to know people and speak from the heart,” she said.

“They mentor me. I seek out elders in our communities. They are knowledge keepers.

They’re the ones who have a lot of experience and can provide direction.”

One conversation Wride mentioned was to encourage people to vote. Under 40 per cent of eligible voters cast a ballot in the last provincial election.

Wride said voting is one way to make politicians pay attention to the challenges Manitoba’s north faces.

“Especially for our youth to be voting,” she said. “Increasing the numbers will be really

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of the Flin Flon Reminder.

PC Party Flin Flon candidate Theresa Wride smiles and waves during this year’s Canada Day parade in Flin Flon. good, especially for our northern area to show the show government that we matter. We want a say.”

Wride said she’s been able to draw in volunteers but is fighting against forces that go beyond politics, dismissing the federal election slated for October as a factor.

“Summer actually,” she explained as her biggest challenge.

“People are away for the summer, out at the lake or with family…

We all we all have our own circles of contacts.

We have our human resources.”

On the campaign trail, introducing herself to the riding, Wride said she has been getting a positive response, drawing in people who say they’ve never voted before.

“This is my first time [running], but it’s not my first time in helping people and helping groups in providing supports, services, ideas, and to implement those ideas as well, for the betterment of the community,” she said. “So I’m right in there.”

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Louisiana-Pacifi c Canada Ltd. self be carried away by sponta­ Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is dedicated to providing decisions that are sure to Must be bondable. Experience with SAGE 300neous (ACCPAC) P.O. Box Minitonas, R0L 1G0 comprehensive CFS 189, Services that areMB community-based and bring you joy. modules, Microsoft Office programs with emphasis in Excel spreadsheets.

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VIRGO qualifi ed individual to fulfi ll the role of Home Care Nurse. provides network and computer support to CNCFCA relating to all Your social life is certainly very active. You’ll be in charge of or­ in house computer hardware and software. The Junior IT Technician ganizing an minimum event that success­ A written application with detailed resume, including Job Summary fully brings people together. You will maintain confidentiality in accordance with Cree Nation Child & two (2) references with written permission tohave contact referto wait the for some people to Family Caring Agency’s policy and procedure manual. catch up. ences and your most recent immediate supervisors should be Reporting to the Home Care Manager, the Home LIBRA RESPONSIBILITIES: submitted to: t $PNQFUJUJWF 4BMBSJFT t 3FMPDBUJPO "TTJTUBODF Either on your own, with a fa­ Care Nurse is responsible for promoting, protecting t $POUJOVJOH &EVDBUJPO t 3FNPUFOFTT "MMPXBODF t &YDFMMFOU #FOFÜUT mily member or a business part­ new/rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, § Install ner, you’ll take the initial steps & preserving the health of Marcel Colomb community Lisa Beardy, Office Manager peripherals, services, directories and storage in in starting a big project.

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Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification § multi-disciplinary team personnel in performing a variety of patient care the overall care clients; iswill responsible for advocating, Late of applications not be accepted activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the SAGITTARIUS preferred Don’t be afraid of change; providing information, educating & supporting clients to in this personal needs and comfort of the patient. This is an integrated position that § Network + certification case, it will only make things bet­ includes coordination and scheduling of dental procedures for the Operating We would like to thank those that apply for the but onlyor an ensure that the highest possible standard ofromantic service is ter. position A getaway § Minimum + require certification adventure with friends will be Room (OR). ThisA will expertise in developing and maintaining excellent those being considered for anColomb interviewpolicies will be provided; follows Marcel & procedures; the contacted. perfect end to a vacation al­ working relationships with a broad range of individuals and organizations. The with great memories.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE works in a multidisciplinary team & mayready be filled called OR Dental Assistant will function within the provisions of the Vision, Mission, § 2 years Windows administration experience CAPRICORN Values, policies and procedures of the Northern Health Region (NHR) and upon to assist with other duties within the scope of the Give yourself a makeover and will NHR coreserver competencies into working (Customer/ § incorporate 2 years Windows 2012 R2, 2016 andpractice 2019 experience don’t spare any expense. New department.

The Thompson Minor Client Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and clothes will look good and be § Knowledge of VPN and DNS basics necessary for your new respon­ Collaboration, Development of Self and Others, and Adaptability).

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Customers will § Troubleshooting/provisioning skills (workstations and servers) impressed byseeking your presence.

Position Requirements: (TMHA) isbecurrently The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT motivated individuals for AQUARIUS Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere You’ll get a promotion that will passHealth a criminal check, child abuse registry check variousPractical coaching • Registered Nurse or Licensed to§ allMust Northern Region records policies and procedures. allow you topositions pay off most of your debts. Working overtime and prior contact check. for the upcoming • CRNM or CLPN – Active Registration Qualifications: will further help your financial situation.Season.

Don’t neglect your t § Grade 12 education Cannot be activeoronequivalent a protection case 2019-2020 • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License health or your partner. t § Successful of a recognized Dental Assistant Program required Must be completion willing to travel • Daily access to a vehicle t Current active practicing registration with Manitoba Dental Association PISCES Season Start-Up 9 September 2019 Provideknowledge on call support Peoplechecks will be impressed with • Criminal record & child- abuse registry t § Excellent of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, your dynamic ideas. You’ll find § Must maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency Outlook, and Internet) • 2 years of related nursing experience yourself on a pedestal and re­ ceive admiration from all si­ t Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a Dental Assistant required requirements. • TMHA Proficiency Word, Excel, Outlook The strivesintoMicrosoft implement a program of excellence des. You’ll accomplish something t Previous experience working with Pediatric cases preferred that people will applaud for a § Other duties related to the position may be assigned. • focuses Immunization up to date that on skill record development, technical skill, hockey t Ability to speak Cree an asset long time. knowledge and good sportsmanship.

Deadline: August 16, 2019 @ 4:00 pm For complete list of qualifications please visit our website www.nrha.ca.

Closing Date: January 5, 2018 at 4pm. No late SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME ALONG WITH THREE (3) submissions will be accepted.

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by February 2, 2018 REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & to: CONFIDENTIALâ€? TO: House League Coaching Positions: Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer 867 Thompson DriveHuman South Resources Manager • Applications Pre-Novice, Novice, Atom, Peewee, Bantam & Midget.

Must Include: Thompson, MB R8NNation 1Z4 Child & Family Caring Agency Cree Contact the Division Director for further information.

Fax: (204) 778-1477 Box 10130, Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 • A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca $BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF the positionTeam requirements Representative Coaching Positions: We thank all who apply, and be advised that only those selected • Resume Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to self• Head Coach/Assistant Coach: Atom A for further consideration will be contacted. • Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all • Head Coach/Assistant Coach: Carroll Aeros “Please visit our website candidates for applying.

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THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY Only SAINTSsuccessful applications will 83 Copper Rd for further interview Everyone welcome Sundays at 10 am For more information, church tours or home visits call the missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr • 677-3658 Worship services 11 am Sunday BURNTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH 39 Beaver • 778-4494 Pastor Lee Pickett Sunday morning service 11:15 am Sunday evening service 7:00 pm Wednesday prayer meeting 7:00 pm

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Federal government needs to do more on InternetGovernment access in Friday, March 2, 2018

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People in Our North need better Internet access. This is the clear message I have received in my visits throughout our region.

The federal government plays a key role as the regulator of telecommunications.

That is why I have called on the federal government and the CRTC to ensure quality Internet access is available

for residents of Northern Manitoba.

In my recent visits I have heard from people who have been adversely impacted by totally inadequate Internet service. People living in communities including Snow Lake, Cross Lake and others have been clear that the lack of Internet access that other Canadian’s take for granted is

a real problem.

Quality Internet is important. Small business owners need it to connect to their customers, students to do research, families to stay connected. The lack of Internet access has both a social and economic cost to the people of Our North.

By denying residents of Northern Manitoba proper Internet access, our region is

Government in

being denied opportunities and that are accessible to other Canadians.

The federal government and the CRTC need to do everything in their power to rectify this situation.

It is 2019. Time for the people and communities in our region to have the Internet access that is important to many Canadians.

MP Report MP Ashton.N@parl.gc.ca Report Ashton.N@parl.gc.ca Niki Ashton Niki Ashton

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA UNIT: SPLIT LAKE (TATASKWEYAK) LOCATION: SPLIT 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 Cree language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: · Must be able to work in a fast paced environment · Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable · Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information · Must be willing to travel · Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract · Must possess 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: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 – Or 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 2019-052 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 #2019-052 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN – TERM POSITION REGIONAL OFFICE 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 strives to maintain family unity.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Quality Assurance Coordinator and supervision of the Service Manager, the Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for assisting in developing a framework that is based on the continual defining, measuring and improving of the quality of services. This framework focuses on services coordination, quality outcomes for children and families, effective and efficient systems and processes, relevant indicators and collaborative teamwork within CNCFCA. RESPONSIBILITIES: § Assist in compliance reviews such children in care, family, foster care, human resources and Child & Family Services Applications (CFSA). § Prepare recommendations and reports as a result of the compliance reviews. § Assist with research within the agency that will improve the overall functioning of the agency and service delivery to clients. § Assist in standards training or other training recommendations with the First Nations of Northern Manitoba Child and Family Services. § Ensure the agency staff complete recommendations as provided

by First Nations of Northern Manitoba Child and Family Services and the Office of the Child’s Advocate. § Assist in program design and implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS: § Post-Secondary Diploma, Degree (BSW, BA) or equivalent § 2-5 years of experience with Child And Family Services § Ability to converse fluently in Cree an asset § Ability to use a variety of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and database systems. Must be proficient in Microsoft excel. § Ability to deal effectively with a variety of visitors and circumstances § Good organizational skills and working knowledge of office and administrative procedures and related equipment § Excellent oral and effective communication skills § Must be familiar with Child & Family Services Information System (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. § May be assigned to provide coverage or support for other office locations from time to time and as required. § Must be willing to travel.

Deadline: August 19, 2019 @ 4:00 pm SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME ALONG WITH THREE (3) REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: Human Resources 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 be advised that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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DUTIES (SUMMARY): • Ensure the collection of appropriately completed permission/ consent forms • Provide dental screenings and surveys to determine the oral health status and preventive treatment needs of each child • Provide pit and fissure sealants for children • Apply as required, fluoride varnish to children • Painless procedures used in cavities to limit further decay • Refer children who require urgent care • Provide one-on-one oral hygiene instruction • Oral health education and promotion activities • Collect, complete and submit data in a timely fashion (ie.

Dental Screening forms and Dental Services Daily Records) • Maintain appropriate records (ie. COHI lists, referral lists, etc.)

• Train and provide indirect supervision of the Dental Worker Aide • Develop, implement, coordinate, evaluate and maintain preventive and health promotion programs • Travel within our Tribal area is essential.

• Others as deemed necessary QUALIFICATIONS: • Knowledgeable of First Nations cultural practices, traditions, and customs would be an asset.

• Experience working in a First Nation community would be an asset.

• Must have excellent oral and written skills.

• Must be computer literate and have experience working with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access Database, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of Federal/Provincial Health Care Systems.

• Must be a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), College of Dental Hygienists of Manitoba • Must be listed on the Registered Dental Hygienists - Extended Practice Roster, College of Dental Hygienists of Manitoba • Current CPR certification • Must have a valid Manitoba Driver’s License at all times.

• Criminal Record check and Child Abuse Registry Check to be submitted.

A written application with a detailed resume, including at least two references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immeditate supervisor, should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba, R8N 0Y4 Fax: (204) 677- 0256 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 23, 2019. We wish to thank those that apply for this position but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Recent R.D. Parker Collegiate graduate Rishwan Dherdi formally received this year’s R.W.F. Hunt Scholarship during the Aug. 7 Thompson Chamber of Commerce meeting. After accepting this award worth $1,000 . from Chamber president Rajinder Thethy, Dherdi told the rest of the meeting attendees that she plans on taking business administration at both the University College of the North and the University of Winnipeg in the coming years.

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