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North of 56 Kin Club established in Leaf Rapids There was a Kin-vention in Leaf Rapids Nov. 19 as presidents and member of Kin, Kinsmen and Kinette clubs from around Manitoba gathered to welcome a new member to their ranks: the North of 56 Kin Club. District 2 governor John DeBeer of the Brandon Kinsmen Club and Zone 1 deputy governor Holllee Babcock of the Flin Flon Kinettes were in attendance along with the presidents of the Thompson Kin Club, The Pas Kinsmen Club, the Boissevain Kinsmen Club and the Neepawa Kin Club, as well as representatives from the Stonewall Kinsmen Club. “In Leaf Rapids, we as a community realized that there needed to be a concerted effort to build a healthy future for our youth and provide them with safe places to gather and play,” said North of 56 Kin Club president Paul Gannon in a news release. “After visiting the Kinsmen Club of The Pas on three separate occasions in the last year, we determined that the
Kin Canada movement gives up the opportunity to organize, plan and develop opportunities in a concerted effort in Leaf Rapids.” The establishment of the club comes after discussions over the past several months with both Kin Canada and The Pas Kinsmen Club. “I cannot tell you how thrilled I was to have the folks in Leaf Rapids call and ask for our help in joining the Kin family,” said The Pas Kinsmen Club president Kevin Carlson. “As someone who has lived and worked in the north for over 20 years and a member of the Kin family previously in Thompson and now in The Pas, I know firsthand the good work our wonderful organization does in each community we are present in. I have spent a lot of time in Leaf Rapids and I am confident that the 19 new members of the North of 56 Kin Club will have an immediate positive impact on the youth and the entire town of Leaf Rapids.”
Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of The Pas Kinsmen Club Representatives of Kin, Kinette and Kinsmen clubs from throughout Manitoba were in Leaf Rapids Nov. 19 to celebrate the establishment of the North of 56 Kin Club.
Water treatment plant transfer agreement nearing completion BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The City of Thompson and Vale will hold an open house Nov. 6 on the transfer of the water treatment plant, which is expected to be finalized by mid-December. Vale Manitoba Operations director of smelter and refinery and production services Don Wood appeared before council at their Nov. 28 meeting to provide an overview of the transfer process. “Dec. 12 will be a council resolution on the various agreements,” Woods said at the conclusion of his presentation. “Vale, we’ve submitted to the board of directors requesting approval for the transfer. That we expect to receive on Dec. 14. Assuming the resolution of council on Dec. 12 and the board of directors approval from Vale , Vale and the city would sign off on the various agreements on Dec. 15. The actual transfer process would commence on Jan. 1, 2017.” Under the terms of the transfer, Vale will continue to operate the water treatment plant in 2017, covering three-quarters of the operations cost with the city responsible for 25 per cent. Training of city operators will also begin next year in preparation for the city taking ownership of the plant in 2018, when the costs will be shared equally. In 2019, the
city and Vale will share costs based on the actual share of treated water each organization uses.” Vale’s right to transfer infrastructure such as the water treatment plant to the city is outlined in the 1956 agreement that laid the ground rules for the establishment of the Thompson townsite. “The ’56 agreement defined the terms of the development of the townsite of Thompson between Inco at the time and now Vale and the province of Manitoba,” said Wood. “It required Inco of the day to construct all the municipal infrastructure that we have here in Thompson. However, it did not require Inco to continue to operate and/or maintain that infrastructure. It also defined under the terms of the agreement that Inco could transfer any of those assets to the city of Thompson and the city was obligated to accept the transfer of those various assets.” The process of transferring the water treatment plant began during grant-in-lieu discussions in 2012 to establish how much Vale would pay the city and school district in lieu of property taxes for the period of 2013 to 2018. “With our operation in transition with the announced closure of the smelter and refinery, our reduced potable water consumption
that’ll result from that closure and the need to ensure the sustainability of our operation we feel that the timing is right for the transfer of the water treatment plant to the City of Thompson,” said Wood. “In light of that in [the fourth quarter] of 2014 a committee was established to start those transfer discussion. The committee’s been meeting approximately every two weeks over the last couple of years and the committee’s been made up of three members of the current sitting council, city administration and at various times up to five members of Vale management.” Vale and the city signed a letter of intent in 2015 to begin negotiations on the development of a transaction agreement, which outlines the roles and responsibilities of the city and Vale and contains provisions for training and a transition period. It also includes ancillary agreements. Among the ancillary agreements are a water and supply services agreement, which defines the allocation of costs of the plant’s operation, and an easement agreement, which allows Vale access to its sulphur dioxide (SO2) environmental monitoring equipment and network hardware. “The SO2 monitoring equipment will only be required until closure of the smelter in 2018 and then that equipment will be re-
moved from the water treatment plant if the city desires,” said Wood. “The network hardware supplies communication on to the river pumphouse so access to that will be required long-term, as long as Vale continues to operate the river pumphouse.” The other ancillary agreements are a licence agreement, which has a provision for a minimal annual fee for allowing Vale access to its equipment in the plant, and a technical services agreement. “[The technical service agreement] is really a provision for interim support for the city in the event that they’re unable to recruit a Class 3 operator in charge,” Wood said. “Vale would provide that support on a short-term basis to the city. As well the water treatment plant is highly automated so it requires instrumentation support and the technical service agreement provides access for the city through Vale to our instrumentation mechanics. Again each one of those would be based on a fee for service. There would be a fee for those services provided by Vale.” The open house regarding the water treatment plant transfer, which will include a presentation as well as an opportunity to ask questions, will take place Dec. 6 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Hall.
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Police still seeking information about man last seen in Thompson a year ago The last Monday of November marked the one-year anniversary of the last time anyone saw Yvon Shawn Guignard in Thompson and RCMP are once again requesting the public’s assistance in determining his whereabouts. Guignard, 35, was reported missing Dec. 9, 2015 after having last been seen at the Thompson General Hospital in the early morning hours of Nov. 28, 2015. Guignard was last seen wearing a light brown winter construction jacket with reflective yellow material and black ski pants. He is 6’1” tall with a slender build, weighs approximately 165 lbs and has blond hair and blue eyes.
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His mother told CBC Manitoba in 2015 that her son, who has schizophrenia, had been visiting a friend at the Thompson hospital before his disappearance and that he had been staying in the Thompson homeless shelter until late November. Prior to that, he had worked at a gas station in Lynn Lake over the summer after earlier travelling to British Columbia. He had been released from St. Catharines General Hospital in the summer after admitting himself for mental health treatment and staying two weeks. Guignard’s mother said she thought he’d been off his schizophrenia medications for several months when he went missing and that he sometimes refers to himself
by his given first name of Yvon when he’s ill, though his friends and family call him Shawn. Anyone who sees Guignard or has information about his whereabouts can call Thompson RCMP at 204-6776909 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. Secure tips can be submitted online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com. Information can also be submitting by texting TIPMAN plus a message to CRIMES (274637). Police say Guignard has a history of not taking his prescription medications and may be in medical distress and anyone who sees him should not approach him but contact police immediately.
Health Canada names leaders of investigation of switched babies at Norway House Hospital A doctor from Ontario and a former health region CEO from Saskatchewan will lead an independent review into how four babies were switched at birth in two incidents at the Norway House Hospital in the 1970s, Health Canada announce Nov. 24. Dr. David Creery, a pediatric intensive care physician and the medical director of patient safety at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario in Ottawa, as well as an investigating coroner for the City of Ottawa, will oversee the review with Maura Davies, former president and CEO of the Saskatoon Health Region. They will be assisted by Dr. Calvin James Bergen, the family doctor
of two of the men who did not leave the hospital with their biological families. The review will include examination of hospital records and contact with people involved in the hospital at the time of the incidents. It is intended to clarify the circumstances of the cases and is expected to be completed by early 2017. “The department is confident that Dr. Creery and Ms. Davies – with the support and collaboration of Dr. Bergen – will conduct this review in a manner that is sensitive to and respectful of the affected individuals, their families and communities,” said Health Canada’s statement announcing the review.
“The results of this review will be made public.” Federal Health Minister Jane Philpott met with three of the four men – Luke Monias, Norman Barkman, Leon Swanson and David Tait Jr. – for three hours in Winnipeg Nov. 21, along with their relatives and indigenous leaders, including former Keewatinook NDP MLA Eric Robinson, who said the federal government should apologize to the men in the House of Commons. “The Department of Health takes this issue very seriously and is committed to supporting the individuals and families affected by these traumatic events,” said Health Can-
ada’s statement. “The minister of health met with the individuals, their families and their representatives to discuss these incidents and to understand the impacts on the men. Health Canada has committed to engaging the services of independent third parties, who will review the circumstances that led to these incidents.” The RCMP announced Oct. 7 that it was initiating an investigation into the two cases of babies being switched. “While the RCMP’s activities are separate from Health Canada’s review, the department will fully cooperate with this investigation,” said Health Canada’s statement.
Debt threatens ability to pay for vital services Our new government believes in hearing directly from northerners on important issues such as the provincial budget, and earlier this fall we launched the most comprehensive pre-budget consultation process in the history of Manitoba. For the past decade, the previous government spent more money than it was earning, and had to borrow hundreds of millions of dollars each year from bankers in Toronto and New York to make up the difference. All that borrowing added up, and the government on Manitoba now makes almost $1 billion in debt servicing payments annu-
MLA Report kelly.bindle@leg.gov.mb.ca Kelly Bindle ally. We cannot continue down the path of increasing debt, because that would increase debt service payments and further threaten the government’s ability to deliver the vital services we all depend on, such as health care and education. To make the deficit smaller and reduce our need to borrow from
banks, we have to make difficult choices. We can raise revenues, we can find efficiencies or we can do both. How should we do that? What revenues should we raise? What efficiencies should we look for? Fixing the finances of our province is our goal, and we want to hear from
you. Tell us what programs and services matter most to you, and make suggestions on where revenues can increase and where savings can be found. Northerners are invited to provide written submissions to my constituency office at Unit 3-40 Moak Cres., Thompson, R8N 2B7 and to call 204677-2066 to arrange a pre-budget consultation meeting, or to use the online budget building tool at www.YourProvineYourPlan.ca to submit suggestions. I look forward to hearing from you, and to presenting your priorities to the minister of finance.
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Liberal leader tours north to discuss child care reform BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
On Oct. 27, the Manitoba legislature unanimously passed a private member’s bill put forward by interim Liberal leader Judy Klassen, affirming the success of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NCN) Health and Wellness’s intermodal model for delivering child and family services. Last week, Klassen was joined by Liberal MLA for River Heights, and former party leader Dr. Jon Gerrard as she toured communities to answer questions about the resolution and its implications. NCN’s multimodal model prioritizes action revolving around the treatment of the parents, rather than simply removing the child from their environment. In fact, quite to the contrary, children remain at home with their closest family member capable of taking care of them. Klassen notes that this helps mitigate the trauma experienced by the child through the experience. “They’re not forever dealing with the feeling that it was their fault that they were taken from the home,” she noted. However, the essence of NCN’s success is in its integrated model of care, that opens lines of communication and fosters teamwork among multiple agencies in the community to help address adult needs, including agencies related to addictions, housing or employment. The model overcomes what Klassen describes as an insular culture among social services agencies in Manitoba,
where departments are wary of joint efforts for fear of “having that bare pocket of money taken away from them.” Klassen hopes the framework will not only produce results in the family services sector, but set a new precedent for interagency relationships in Manitoba. The success of the program has seen a 43 per cent drop in child apprehensions since the program began. But the success of NCN’s program has also exposed a weakness in current provincial funding models. Current funding for child and family sercices programs is based on the number of children typically in care; while this funding model certainly addresses immediate need, it penalizes successful programs in the long term, reducing funding to programs just as their work is beginning to take root. “You need a funding model that rewards good practice.” Gerrard suggested that as the number of kids in care is reduced, funding earmarked for children in care can be reallocated to family enhancement programs, while remaining in the circle of care. Ultimately, Klassen noted that the bill was about seeing funding directed where it can make the greatest impact. “You’re looking at a single mother on a reserve only making so much money, whether by welfare or child tax. When the child is apprehended, suddenly there’s money to pay for all of these extra things. We need to divert that money so that the parent can get the supports they need.”
Nickel Belt News photo by Kacper Antoszewski Keewatinook MLA and interim Manitoba Liberal leader Judy Klassen and River Heights MLA Jon Gerrard.
YWCA hosting REDress and Red Rose exhibits in Thompson BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
YWCA Thompson will be hosting a community exhibit in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women at the Vale Regional Community Centre Dec. 6, in partnership with the University of Manitoba northern social work program and the Thompson Crisis Centre, from noon to 7 p.m. YWCA women’s program co-ordinator Nina Cordell notes that the exhibit is an intersection of two complementary campaigns, the REDress project, and the Red Rose campaign. As part of REDress, family and loved ones write the names of missing and murdered women on red dresses, which are hung as a reminder of their absence. “The REDress will be an opportunity for people to honour and remember the women that they have lost in their lives. We’ll have a wall of remembrance, where they can write their names on a dress, and we’ll pin it on their wall.” Newly adopted by the YWCA this year is the Red Rose campaign, which pairs the dresses with flowers. On the flowers, friends and family write what they believe are meaningful ways to address violence and abuse against indigenous women in Manitoba. “We wanted to incorporate a way of honouring the living, those who have to live without their loved ones,” Cordell explained. “We want to hear back from the community: how do you think we should take action? Maybe there are programs that we can offer, coming out of the suggestions.” The YWCA will also be reintroducing the Red Cloth campaign, where red cloths tied on trees around Thompson are accompanied by the stories of missing and murdered women. Cordell encourages individuals who want to participate to hang their own red cloths in solidarity. National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women was created in memory of the Montreal Massacre in 1989, when 14 women were murdered in an act of violence that was explicitly gender-motivated. “The shooter was clear that he didn’t think women had a place in engineering,” noted Cordell, “and he wanted to make sure that they didn’t.”
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Hey Kids, The Thompson Citizen wants to see your
Christmas Wishlists! Santa is very busy this time of year, so he has asked us to help gather up some wish lists from the children in Thompson! He loves reading letters from children all over the world at Christmas time, so much so that he would like us to print some in our newspaper to share with the people of Thompson!
So we told him any children who send in their letters to Santa (or drawings, he loves getting drawings too!) will get to have them published in the Thompson Citizen for all to see on December 21! We’ll also make sure any children who submit a letter to us will get one back from Santa! Just make sure you include your name and mailing address so he can send his reply to your house before Christmas! You can email them to santa@ thompsoncitizen.net, fax them to 204-677-3681 or you can drop them off at our offices at 141 Commercial place.
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Thank the Lord for the good things in your life During this festive holiday season, we often take moments to reflect on what is truly important to us. It is during these surreal celebrations that we can find time to ponder and look back on the year that has passed, see what we have done with the time given us, and set plans what we want to do in the coming year. It is a time we can use to focus on what we really want to accomplish with the short life we have on this Earth. But what is truly important? Many say family is important. Many travel hundreds of miles to be with their loved ones for
the holidays. Spending these special celebrations with people we love makes these times that much richer. What makes these times together fruitful? What makes it worthwhile and enjoyable and encouraging to see our family and friends at these jubilant occasions? It is the mutual love we share which revitalizes our souls. It is this connection that we long for and crave and makes this season the best it can be. But this is regretfully not always the case. At certain times in my own life, seeing family has been more stressful and hurtful than
Spiritual Thoughts harmst@live.ca Travis Harms helpful. How do we ever get to this point and what can we possibly do to rectify this tragedy in our lives? How can we be restored to community with each other? Jesus told his disciples during his last hours on earth “Love each other as I have loved you. Greater
love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:12 from the Bible) I have been talking about this love that we share. I have talked about how life disappoints us. We all want situations in our lives to improve and we all can find relationships that are not what
The letter in the universal mailbox Do you realize how incredibly powerful the above words are? Dr. Demartini’s quote is one of many included in the awesome book by Rhonda Byrne called The Secret. Of course, if you have read this book you will know that the secret is encapsulated in the phrase “the law of attraction.” The law of attraction has as its foundation the principle that like attracts like. In other words, what we focus on creates the conditions of our life, either positive or negative. American author and speaker, John Assaraf, says: “Here’s the problem. Most people are thinking about what they don’t want, and they’re wondering why it shows up over and over.” Here’s my theory. If we acknowledge that our thoughts are powerful, we really should discipline ourselves to corral them and focus on what we truly want – the stuff of our dreams. To fully actualize the teaching of the law of attraction, it takes focus. American artist Marion Lansky states: “Focus is the most magical tool we have. It’s the most powerful aspect of our minds. It’s the letter in the universal
From the Teacher’s Desk lquilty5@gmail.com Leonard Quilty
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Whatever we think about and thank about we bring about. - Dr. John Demartini
mailbox, the genie in the lamp.” Wow. That’s so true, isn’t it? I just finished reading a great book by Steven Pressfield called Turning Pro. In terms of tapping your inner power and creating your life’s work (as his sub-title states), Mr. Pressfi eld makes a clear distinction between the amateur and the professional. The amateur is someone who lives a shadow life. He knows in his heart of hearts he really should be writing that screenplay, or sculpting that work of art, or giving presentations as an inspirational speaker, but instead he settles for a manner of living and working that, while it at-
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tends to his daily needs, quietly frustrates him. (See Thoreau quote re the mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.) The professional, on the other hand, is someone who is true to herself. She has the same fears and challenges as the amateur, but she has made a decision to focus her energies on what it takes to achieve her dream. And because of that decision, she has ordered her life in such a way whereby discipline is its hallmark. If you are not already there, don’t you want to join the ranks of the pros? If so, what is holding you back? You’ve got this! American author Sara Avant Stover reminds us,
“You already have inside you everything you’ve ever wanted or looked for elsewhere.” All that any of us has to do is develop enough intestinal fortitude to break down the barriers (self-doubt, fear) and put into action the required steps – the plan – to achieve our magnificent obsession. Hold it! Are you thinking you haven’t yet figured out your magnificent obsession? If that’s the case, ask yourself this question. “What is the one thing I could do with my life that would not only bring me a splendid sense of fulfillment, but would also serve an enduring need for my fellow human beings?” We need – the world needs – you to answer that question, and then pursue your response with passion. Steven Pressfield is waiting too. “I will gladly shell out $24.95 or $9.99 or 99 cents on iTunes to read or see or listen to the 24-karat treasure that you have refined from your pain and your vision and your imagination.” And so will I. Leonard Quilty is a guidance counsellor with the Centre for Learning@Home in Okotoks, Alberta. He can be reached by email at lquilty5@gmail.com.
• Try substituting cream cheese for sour cream in your mashed potatoes for a dreamy, creamy alternative. Whip in with a mixer and enjoy. • When crumbs gather in the cracks of your keyboard, turn it upside down and give it a good shake to remove most. Then, use the sticky side of a Post-it note dragged between the keys to clean out the rest. • “Save large platters that come with holiday trays to use when bringing cookies or baked goods to other parties. That way you don’t have to bring home a platter, you can just leave it and pass it on.” -- E.G. in Kansas • “Schedule haircuts and nail appointments to coincide with holiday parties. Then you won’t have to worry about doing your hair. It will still look nice from your beautician appointment.” -- A.I. in Indiana
they once were. The Christmas story is the beginning of the greatest story ever told on earth. God the Father loved Jesus his Son. In turn Jesus loved his disciples and commanded them to love others in return. He demonstrated this love to them by serving them even though He was their teacher. He demonstrated this by taking time for the smallest of children. Jesus loved us through his death on the cross for our sins, taking away our guilt, our shame and our fear. God has initiated a cycle of goodness and love in this world and it began
with Jesus Christ. All good things in this world come from the Father above. This season, thank the Lord for the good things in your life. Thank Him that you have a Father above who loves you and family who love you too. Thank Him that His love can enter your life and change all of your relationships and everything about your life. Thank God if He has already done that for you. As God has first loved us, let us love God and love others. Travis Harms started working at Midway Bible Camp earlier this year and looks forward to what God will do in the coming year.
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WATER TREATMENT PLANT TRANSFER The City of Thompson invites all members of the public to attend an open house to view a presentation regarding the transfer of the Water Treatment Plant from Vale to the City of Thompson. A question and answer period will follow the presentation.
Date: December June 10th &6th June 17th Time: 7:00 - 9:00pm Place: St. Joseph’s Hall
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‘Ladybug Garden’ makers are doers, not doubters Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson The tree in the “Ladybug Garden” tended by Bev Taylor and Dale Mayner.
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THANK YOU We would like to say thank you to all the organizations who generously donated gifts for door prizes and silent auction prizes. Thanks also to the individuals who donated their time and purchased tickets to attend the Celebration of Life Social in memory of Frank & Marie Vicente that was held October 15, 2016. The social was put together to raise money for a donation to the Northern Health Authority to be used locally for the Thompson General Hospital.
The social was a huge success, raising $4,929.00! We’d like to thank the following Organizations & Individuals: • Dayton Barenz, CGA • Perimeter Aviation LTD • Calm Air • Amanda’s Catering • Home Hardware • Ripple Rock Meats • Canvas Beauty by Bronte • Rick’s Marine • Smooks • R.A. Distributing • Crazy Pete’s • Welder’s Supply • Wajax • Samantha Hebner (Tri-funk Fitness) • The Hub • Salon Italia • Thompson Airport Authority • Sapach Trucking • Safeway • InSPAration Day Spa & Staff • Boston Pizza • Crossroad Lanes • Canadian Tire • Perimeter Aviation Medevac Team • All Season Parts • Wilson’s Business Solutions • The Brick • Brad & Eliza Hanke • Aimee Mosionier • Brad McLean
It was amazing to see our community come together to support this cause with their generosity and time, so again:
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There are doers and doubters in every community and in each walk of life. Doers are the people that, rain or shine, are there rallying the troops and rolling up their sleeves to get things done. They don’t do it for the “pats on the back” that inevitably result from their work, but because they see the need, they have the ability and they feel the passion. Doubters on the other hand are snide and sour individuals who pick holes in the work of doers, question their motivation and complain about the results. Many of us have been in both camps at one time or another (I know I have) … it’s called “living in a small town.” Nevertheless, sometimes we see people take on projects where their motivation and the results are beyond reproach. Over the past year, Snow Lake has witnessed the fervour and work of a couple of doers who easily fit the
“beyond reproach” description – Beverly Taylor and Dale Mayner. Beverly Taylor, or Bev, as she’s known, is that smiling face we are greeted by each time we walk into Snow Lake Home Building Centre. She is helpful, intelligent, bubbly and intense at her job … and she brings those things and others to the projects she takes on outside of it. She and Dale Mayner have built upon the work of others (Jim and Wilma Pockett come to mind) and turned the end of Elm (Main) Street into a multi-season mecca of joy. First with this past summer’s “Ladybug Garden” and in the past weeks, she and Dale have transformed it into a “Christmas Garden.” Why do they do it you might ask? Well, I never inquired because it seemed obvious. I stopped and talked to them the other night and I know I had a smile on my face when I did – but they were both beaming. I think that’s the answer: “Because it makes them smile.” And it damn sure makes others join in their delight. Dale Mayner, well, he’s the guy who lives in the house at the base of “Cinder Hill.” I like how my wife described him. “Dale is from Snow Lake; he’s
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left often and always come back … but in these last years he has shown what the town really means to him.” Personally, I see Dale as a good-natured guy. He’s a hard worker, Bev’s biggest cheerleader and not one to sit back and wonder why something isn’t being done … he’s more apt to just do it ’cause it needs doin’… and of course, because it makes him smile. I’ve noticed he smiles a lot lately, and for good reason. Both he and Bev have shown us the limits they will go to for the town they love. I should also mention that when I spoke to them on the street the other night, both were very quick to brush away compliments on what they were doing and bring up their own appreciation of those who helped in the process. There were glowing words of thanks to the Legion for supplying power to the garden and those wonderful folks/businesses that have donated lights and cash towards this ever-changing project. One other thing really amazes me about this very noble enterprise. I asked Bev about vandalism and whether it was a problem. “Not at all,” she said, then explained why. All summer she had kids up in the garden painting and placing “ladybugs” (rocks). This gave the kids a sense that the garden was their space and that they were a part of it. “None of these kids would let anything happen to this place,” she said. This generation of Snow Lake kids will have some amazing memories of the wonderful space at the end of “Main Street.” I know I have memories of that area myself. Although they are a little more PG rated. That was then … this is now. I think I’d trade those memories for the ones the kids of today will recall. One last thing … I want to put it out there right now that I think the Town of Snow Lake or perhaps our Chamber of Commerce should have a once-a-year ceremony to honour people who make us proud. They should be presented with a medallion and their name on a plaque that is situated in a place where people can see it. There are many in this town that bring a sense of honour to Snow Lake – we should come together once a year and show them how much we appreciate it!
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Northern bazaar BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Thompson Regional Community Centre was the scene of the 2016 Artist, Crafter, and Small Business Expo Nov. 6, featuring photographers, artists, knitters, service providers and distributors from Thompson and across Northern Manitoba. Many attendees were veterans of both the expo and their craft: Doreen Asplund has sold her sewn, knitted and baked crafts at the expo since its inception in 2012, but she has been making and selling crafts for the better part of 50 years. A first-time participant was local artist Bronte Hendren, who has been producing art for little more than a year, and was using the expo to jump-start her selling platform, Canvas Beauty by Bronte Rodney Forbes came all the way from The Pas for the third year as Forbes Forest Finds, carrying medicinal plants such as
Nickel Belt News photos by Kacper Antoszewski Harvey Murray signs a copy of his book, “From This Valley” at the Artist, Crafter, and Small Business Expo in Thompson Nov. 6. chaga to natural lip balms and wild rice products harvested from deep in the province’s backcountry. While Forbes mainly sells on the export market, he notes that the expo has been a growing part of his income. “The first couple of years they get to know you,
then they start to come for your product.” A unique participant at the expo was 85-year-old author Murray Harvey from The Pas, who was selling his novel “From This Valley.” The book follows the fictionalized adventures of his great-grandfather, who Harvey described as somewhat of a family enigma. In the book, Harvey’s grandfather begins serving in the U. S. Army under General George Custer, whom he soon deserts, and flees to Manitoba, paving the way for an examination of plains Cree and Métis history, the loss of the buffalo, and how they migrated to the centre of Manitoba. “There’s elements of racism, how people lived back then, what they had to put up with, stuff like that,” Harvey noted. Harvey hopes to write five more books, creating a family chronicle stretching from his grandparents’ generation to his own.
Chamber of Commerce open house BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Thompson Chamber of Commerce hosted an open house to welcome the city to its new location in the Professional Building at 55 Selkirk Dr. Residents had the opportunity to swing by, enjoy coffee and bannock, and ask questions about the services the chamber currently offered, and was planning for the future. Chamber president Oswald Sawh noted it was good to be back in the heart of the city. “It’s great to be back in the downtown area, with a bigger space. We’re doing this to provide more resources to our members, people who want to start a business or expand their business.”
From left to right: Thompson Chamber of Commerce president Oswald Sawh, office manager Paula Yanko, chamber secretary Colleen Smook and chamber director Volker Beckmann. Nickel Belt News photo photo by Kacper Antoszewski
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510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft. available. Cameron/Hoe building 81 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto. 204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306477-5668. 19nb-tfn-nb 2 COMMERCIAL SPACES for rent. One - 1,300 sq ft with storefront location, retail or office Two - 1,600 sq ft, ideal for light industrial or commercial use, easy load & unload & parking access, very reasonable rates. Call 204-677-2957 or 250-491-3946. 19nb-tfn-nb WAREHOUSE--STORAGE SPACE for rent, 73 Hayes Rd., 600 sq. ft. of storage or work space. Available Sept. 1/2016. Off of main hallway with access to washroom, next door Iron Fitness. Hydro included. Tenant cost shares water. For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516. Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing. Email: manager@friulirentals.com. 28-tfn-nb COMBO WAREHOUSE/GARAGE/OFFICE Spaces for rent 16- Beren’s Rd., Bay 2, 1380 sq ft. Available Oct. 1/2016 Behind Eric’s Plumbing – garage space with washroom. Commercial sized overhead door in back with man door. For more info, contact: Carolyn Turpie, 31 Oak St., Ph: 204-677-3516 Friuli Suite Rentals/Bianchini Warehousing email: manager@friulirentals.com. 48-tfn-nb
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Opaskwayak Health Authority Beatrice Wilson Health Centre Behavioural Health Consultant (Crisis Team) Opaskwayak Health Authority is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Behavioural Health Consultant to work in the newly developed crisis team. Job Summary The Behavioural Health Consultant (BHC) is a key member of the crisis team; is assigned key responsibilities; practices organizational & cultural competencies to the highest level; supports crisis team members by picking up tasks as required (within a defined scope) in order to ensure smooth & efficient performance of the crisis team; provides support to the primary care integrated care team(s) as required; and carries a caseload. Position Requirements: • Master’s Degree – Social work • 3-5 years of case management experience • 3-5 years of experience providing care to a First Nations population • 3-5 years of work experience in motivational interviewing • 3-5 years of work experience in social work, counselling or psychology • Child abuse registry & criminal record check • Motivational interviewing training • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook • Registration with the appropriate licensing body • Satisfactory employment record including attendance at work • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License & daily access to a vehicle Closing Date: December 13, 2016 at 4pm. No late submissions will be accepted. Applications Must Include: • A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements • Resume • Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) • Three professional letters of reference (colleague, supervisor or manager) – or – contact information for same (include position / title, current place of employment, phone number & email • Criminal record check & child abuse registry checks (or indication that they have been applied for) • 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 note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Full-Time Youth Care Practitioner Kisewatisiwin Services-Thompson COMPETITION NUMBER: 2616.11.16 Macdonald Youth Services requires a full time Youth Care Practitioner to work within the Kisewatisiwin Services in Northern Manitoba, working with high-needs adolescents with multiple treatment issues. The successful applicant will be required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends. QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: Valid driver’s license is mandatory, willingness to obtain First Aid/ CPR Certification, minimum of 18 years of age, possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Child Abuse Registry Check. SALARY RANGE: $27,727.49 - $43,622.31 d.o.q per annum, plus competitive benefits plan. This position is also entitled to a Northern allowance equal to an additional five percent (5%) of the salary. Resumes maybe faxed, 204-778-7778, emailed, northern. careers@mys.mb.ca, or delivered to 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 noon December 13, 2016. MYS is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact Check. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about our other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit our website www. mys.ca.
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.
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Classification: Instructor Sessional Stipends: December 12, 2016 to March 21, 2017 The Pas, Manitoba Competition No: 16-131 Closing Date: December 7, 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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The Norman Northstars picked up their ďŹ rst road win of the 2016-17 Manitoba AAA Midget Hockey League season – and fourth win overall – Nov. 25 in Beausejour, defeating the Eastman Selects 7-3 in the ďŹ rst game of a three game road trip before dropping their next two contests.
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Facility Manager Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Finance, Leaf Rapids, MB Advertisement Number: 32244 Closing Date: December 12, 2016 Salary range: $48,668 – $63,110 per year, plus applicable remoteness allowance QualiďŹ cations: Must have a Technical CertiďŹ cation with a major trade designation, such as a 5th Class Power Engineering certiďŹ cate or an equivalent combination of knowledge, skill and experience in a facility/property managed environment. Experience in facility/property management, building operations and maintenance (security systems, electrical, plumbing, carpentry) is essential. Experience in the supervision of staff is desired. Preference will be given to Aboriginal persons. Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an under-ďŹ ll basis at a commensurate rate of pay. Please see the website at www.manitoba.ca/govjobs for a full listing of all qualiďŹ cations and conditions of employment. Desired: Under the direction of the District Property Manager in The Pas, the Facility Manager is primarily responsible for the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds owned by Leaf Rapids Town Properties (LRTP). The main property is the highly visible town centre building which is approximately 245,000 sq.ft. Included in the town center is a hotel, school, library, retail properties, town ofďŹ ce, health care centre, and skating/ recreation complex. Buildings and grounds are to be managed so as to provide a safe, clean and comfortable environment in which LRTP’s clients can carry out their business.
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Ethan Stuckless had a pair of goals to lead the Northstars against Eastman, giving his team a 3-2 second period lead with his ďŹ rst tally and stretching the lead to 5-3 in the second less than two minutes after the Selects drew within one on a goal from Drew Daward. Dennis Scatch had what proved to be the game-winner late in the second period, with other goals coming from Tristan Galarneau, Drew Tait-Reaume, Charles Monger and Henry Muchikekwanape. Galarneau’s goal was the ďŹ rst of the game, but the Selects came back with goals by Rylan Hoffman and Matthew Osadick to lead 2-1 after one period. Tait-Reaume’s goal tied the
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game 2-2 early in the second frame. The Northstars went 3-4 on the power play and got 37 saves from goaltender Allan Kohli as they were outshot 40-22. The trip took a serious downhill turn Nov. 26 as the Northstars were hammered 18-0 by the Winnipeg Wild, who outshot the Northstars 69-17. Braedin Melsted gave up 11 goals on 39 shots against in about 35 minutes of play after relieving Kohli, who allowed seven goals on 30 shots. Cedric Chenier, Reece Vitelli and Thomas Hansell had hat tricks for the Wild, who got goals from 10 players in the game. The road trip closed with a 7-2 Northstars loss to the Interlake lightning Nov.
27. Jerome Linklater, who had a goal about midway through the second period to make it a 2-1 Lightning lead, and Derian Garrioch, who scored with about nine minutes left in the third period and his team down 6-1, had the Northstars’ goals. James Maxwell in the ďŹ rst period, and Keenan McPherson, Jack Einarson, Corbin Mariash and Cody Behun in the second period had goals for Interlake, with Mariash and Behun scoring again in the third. Shots in the game were 48-42 for the Lightning, who scored six of their seven goals on Melsted, who was tagged with the loss. Kohli allowed one goal in 20 minutes of play.
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Reporting to the Manager of Public Works, the Solid Waste Facility Supervisor will ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Solid Waste Facility. This position will be involved in developing and modifying long term strategic operating plans with the Manager and Director of Public Works to ensure that the philosophy, mission and vision clearly reflects the City’s overall corporate goals and objectives, and that the Solid Waste Strategic goals and objectives are being met.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Salesperson Seeking a highly motivated permanent, full-time salesperson for busy retail store. Successful applicant will be well groomed, outgoing, personable and able to keep pace with rapidly changing technology. Wireless Solution/MTS Connect offers an above industry average compensation package plus benefits plan. Must be available to work during store hours which are from 9 – 6 weekdays and 9:30 – 5 on Saturdays.
Our full-service garage requires a FULL-TIME MECHANIC Full benefit package & competitive salary. Apply in person or by email: 35 Moak Crescent Thompson, MB R8N 2B8 minutemuffler@mymts.net
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Marymound is presently seeking: Home Support Worker - Babies Best Start - Marymound North - Permanent Parttime, 40 hours bi-weekly, Days, Occasional Weekend - Competition # HSW16-130
Marymound is presently seeking: Program Coordinator – Permanent Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly – Youth At Risk North (YARN) Marymound North - Competition # PC16-135 (Days, Evenings) The YARN program is looking for a dynamic individual with a diverse skill set, who is able to case manage at risk youth within Thompson. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent combination of education and experience, with a familiarity with multiagency initiatives and experience working with at risk youth. Must be a team player with the ability to work independently; strong documentation skills; well spoken; and organized. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced law enforcement security screening before employment commences. Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as valid driver’s license and abstract. Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and beliefs will be considered an asset. For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound.com Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to: Competition No. PC16-135 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By 4:00pm December 6, 2016 - anything submitted after the deadline will not be considered e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www.marymound.com
This position supports prenatal and postnatal participants who require nutrition and lifestyle information related to pregnancy & parenting/breastfeeding infants. Education and/or experience in health, counseling would be an asset (combinations may be considered) with knowledge and/or experience with the benefits of breastfeeding. Experience working with youth; ability to relate positively to youth; excellent physical and emotional health. Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/ Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency first aid, valid driver’s license, and abstract. Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and beliefs will be considered an asset.
Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to: Competition No. HSW16-130 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By December 13, 2016 e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www. marymound.com We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment opportunities are advertised on our website at www.marymound.com
JOB VACANCY E HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Macdonald Youth Services requires full time Youth Care Practitioner to work within the Kisewatisiwin Services in Northern Manitoba, working with high-needs adolescents with multiple treatment issues. Two positions will be hired from this posting – one position is a permanent position, the other is a term position ending June 16, 2017 with the possibility of permanency. QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification, NVCI all all other required training as per MYS policy, possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact check, Ability to carry out all duties and responsibilities within a client centered, strength based, trauma informed framework that promotes MYS’ guiding principles, a valid driver’s license is preferred. SALARY RANGE: $27,727.49 - $43,622.31 d.o.q per annum, plus competitive benefits plan. This position is also entitled to a Northern allowance equal to an additional five percent (5%) of the salary. Resumes maybe faxed, 778-7778, emailed, northern.careers@ mys.mb.ca, or delivered to 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 noon December 5, 2016. MYS is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact Check. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about our other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit our website www. mys.ca.
Youth Outreach Worker - Futures Program - Marymound North - Permanent Fulltime, 80 hours bi-weekly, Days, Evenings, Weekends - Competition # YOW16-134 This position is responsible for outreach services to youth in Thompson who are homeless, detached from family, or in transition. They must maintain good working relationships with partnering agencies such as the Thompson RCMP Detachment (Missing Persons Unit), social workers, family members, and caregivers. Experience working with youth; ability to relate positively to youth; excellent physical and emotional health. Education and experience considered. Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/ Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency first aid, valid driver’s license, and abstract. Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and beliefs will be considered anasset. For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound. com Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to: Competition No. YOW16-134 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By 4:00pm December 13, 2016 e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www.marymound. com We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment opportunities are advertised on our website at www.marymound.com
For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound.com
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment opportunities are advertised on our website at www.marymound.com
Full Time Overnight Youth Care Practitioner Kisewatisiwin Services (Thompson, Manitoba) COMPETITION NUMBER: 2612.11.16
Marymound is presently seeking:
Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health, and the Tribal Nursing Officer, the E Health Technician is a member of the Health Services Team. They will work in collaboration with the KTC Health Team and the KTC Computer Services Technician to provide support, education and computer services to the KTC health services department and member communities. They will represent KTC on the Regional Tele Health, E health, Panorama and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Advisory Committees and ensure KTC management and leadership are informed of Regional and National program developments. E-Health staff provide technological support and operational troubleshooting to the KTC staff and member communities. Qualifications: • Computer technician education and/or an equivalent of education and experience; • Excellent technical knowledge and application experience; • The ability to trouble shoot and resolve technological challenges with minimal assistance; • Experience in facilitation and teaching; • Knowledge and experience of social media and web site applications; • Excellent interpersonal skills, communications skills; • Knowledge of E Health applications is an asset; • The ability to work with others or independently with minimum supervision. • Knowledge and respect for the customs, traditions and practises of the KTC member First Nation communities; • The ability to work flexible hours, be on call and travel; • Ability to speak Cree and or Dene is an asset; • Ability to travel to Winnipeg and the KTC communities if required. A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, and written permission to contact the references and latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. Attention: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 E-Mail: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204-677-0256 Deadline for Applications: Friday, December 2, 2016 Late applications will not be considered. We would like to thank those that apply but only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.
CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY
SOCIAL WORKERS (2 TERM POSITIONS) Various office locations
Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services Under a provincial mandate, the Agency services the Swampy Cree communities, as well as Flin Flon, Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg and Lynn Lake/Marcel Colomb First Nation. Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is dedicated to providing comprehensive CFS Services that are community-based and incorporate both protection and prevention services. Our agency will strive to maintain family unity. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor(s), the Social Worker is responsible for providing and administering CFS Services in accordance with the Child & Family Services Act. This position will be required to travel to various CNCFCA office locations to provide support where it is required. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for gathering information and assessing child and family functioning problems • Responsible for the development of case plans for children and families within program guidelines and provide referrals, support, guidance and problem solving • Responsible for all file documentation, referrals, ensuring services are applied • Case Monitoring, Risk Assessment & Follow up • Provides case management and support for children in care and families QUALIFICATIONS • Work experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated knowledge of child development, family centered service, early intervention, family support and community-based services • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred) • Ability to converse fluently in Cree (is an asset) • Excellent assessment, intervention and writing skills • Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and provincial standards • Ability to use a variety of computer applications including CFSIS and FACTS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT • Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse and prior check • Cannot be active on a protection case • Maintain absolute confidentiality • Floater position – Extensive travel is required • Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license • Must be able to provide own vehicle for work • Required to provide on-call services on a rotating basis • Other duties related to the position may be assigned Deadline: December 12, 2016 @ 4:00 pm SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME ALONG WITH THREE (3) REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: Human Resource Manager Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Box 10130 Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our website at www.creenation.ca
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Friday, December 2, 2016
News
Team spirit at Northern Spirit Manor
Nickel Belt News photo by Kacper Antoszewski Members of the Norman Northstars were at the Northern Spirit Manor Nov. 25 to present residents with season tickets to Northstar games in the C. A. Nesbitt Arena for the 201617 season. The tickets were donated by the Northstars’ first national sponsor, Wayfair.ca. Front, left to right: resident elders Jonathan Redhead, Abby Massan, Norman Kitzul and Winnie Stewart. Rear: manager Kristyn Wickdahl, Northstars players Tristan Galarneau, Ethan Stuckless, Dustin Parker, resident elder Ernie McLaughlin, Northstars player Hunter Halcrow and coach James Buchanan.
‘Tis the season
Nickel Belt News photo by Kacper Antoszewski The sixth-annual Thompson Santa Claus Parade hit the streets Nov. 26.
Atom AA King Miners take tourney in Swan River The atom AA Thompson King Miners were in Swan River on the last weekend of November looking to kick-start their season. They didn’t disappoint in their opening game against the McCreary Mustangs Nov. 25 with a solid 8-3 victory. The next game was a lot to ask as the long road trip and two games within three hours of play proved too much for the Miners as they fell 5-4 with 20 seconds left in the game to The Pas Huskies. After a good night’s rest, Saturday morning the Miners were chomping at the bit ready to hit the ice and redeem themselves. A strong team effort resulted in beating the host team, the Swan River Stampeders, 5-4. Saturday afternoon saw the Miners faceoff against their old rivals the Flin Flon Bombers. The Miners were firing on all cylinders, scoring six goals early and extinguishing a late charge by the Bombers to win 7-2, putting them in a good position to win the tournament. The Miners knew a strong performance Sunday would solidify a championship. The kids didn’t disappoint the huge crowd in attendance and family members cheering on the team. As air horns sounded across the rink that morning, the team exploded onto the ice like John Cena coming off the top rope in a wild cage match, scoring 14 straight goals while the goalies and defence shut the opposing team down, resulting in the only shutout of the entire tournament and cementing the championship. The coaches were extremely proud of the team and how they conducted themselves on and off the ice the entire weekend. Congrats, team! The Miners now get set for a Portage La Prairie tournament in mid-December.
Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Carrie Oker The atom AA Thompson King Miners won the final of a tournament in Swan River by a score of 14-0 Nov. 27.
Ashton asks government to stop catering to billionaires and save the Port of Churchill Churchill-Keewatinook Aski NDP MP Niki Ashton brought up the Port of Churchill during question period in the House of Commons Nov. 23, asking when the Liberal government would put the concerns of ordinary Canadians at the top of their agenda. “We keep seeing how this government puts a priority on their Bay Street friends instead of everyday Canadians,” said Ashton. “We have a minister who won’t stand up to the billionaire to whom the Liberals sold the Port of Churchill and a prime minister who’s busy going to cash-for-access fundraisers and yet hasn’t visited Churchill or the Arctic since the election. Manitoba municipalities are calling for federal action to reopen the port in 2017 so when will the Liberals stop catering to their billionaire friends and stand
up for Canada by saving the Port of Churchill.” Denver-based OmniTrax, which bought the Port of Churchill and the Hudson Bay Railway in Northern Manitoba in 1997 announced in July that no grain would be shipped out of Churchill this shipping season, resulting in layoffs and job losses equivalent to about 10 per cent of the Hudson Bay port town’s population. “When this issue came to fruition, I reached out to her and her office and she was very reluctant to get involved so we took leadership,” replied Liberal Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Navdeep Bains. “I had the opportunity to work with my colleagues from Manitoba who’ve shown leadership on this file. That is why we invested $4.6 million in Churchill. That is why I
personally went to Churchill and met with the Northern Delegation. We’re committed to finding a solution, we’re committed to creating jobs, Mr. Speaker and that funding will help with Arctic research, that funding will help with tourism, that funding will help the community. Mr. Speaker, that’s leadership.” The federal government announced $4.6 million for economic development projects in the Churchill region Sept. 30 but did not commit to nationalizing the community’s port. Bains, whose portfolio includes Western Economic Diversification Canada, said that organization would oversee the funding, and that the federal government would work with the provincial government and the community to explore potential projects to bring good-paying long-term
jobs to Churchill and other Northern Manitoba communities. Part of the economic development funding’s aim will be to find new opportunities that build on local strengths like tourism, Arctic research and delivering services to the region. A Winnipeg Free PressProbe Research poll con-
ducted in September found that 67 per cent of Manitobans supported the federal government taking over the port and railway, with 21 per cent opposed. Winnipeg residents and NDP supporters were even bigger supporters of nationalization, at 71 per cent and 85 per cent re-
spectively, while those least supportive of such a move included rural residents at 25 per cent and those with annual household incomes greater than $100,000, at 27 per cent. The poll found no statistical differences in support between aboriginal and non-aboriginal respondents.
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