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Federal and provincial governments fund new research facility in Churchill BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

A new building will be popping up in Churchill in 2017 and it will bring in even more researchers to the polar bear capital, but to research an entirely different subject. On July 6, Shelly Glover, minister of Canadian heritage and ofﬁcial languages and minister responsible for Manitoba, as well as Premier Greg Selinger, travelled to Churchill to make a funding announcement regarding the new Churchill Marine Observatory. The Manitoba government will be investing nearly $9.7 million over four years to help build the research facility that will be located in the Port of Churchill. The federal Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is also giving $12.4 million. This conservatory is going to bring researchers from the universities of Manitoba, Calgary, Victoria, Laval, Dalhousie and even Washington, as well as government department workers together, where they will research what to do when oil spills happen. C.J. Mundy, co-leader of the project, says it’s happening in Churchill because of the changing climate, and the ice cover being open for longer, which could open a new passageway through the Arctic Ocean and Hudson Bay and the Port of

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Janine Harasymchuk David Barnard, University of Manitoba president and vice-chancellor, left, stands with Premier Greg Selinger, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Ofﬁcial Languages Shelly Glover, and Churchil Mayor Mike Spence in the back row. Seated in front, left to right, are Canada Research Chair Arctic System Science at the University of Manitoba David Barber, University of Manitoba research and international vice-president Digvir Jayas, deputy minister of education Gerald Farthing, and Norman Halden, dean of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth and Resources. The photograph was taken where the new Churchill Marine Observatory will be located. Churchill. Mundy says since there could be more shipping, there could be a greater risk of accidents and pollution. “We have this responsibility, I would think, to try to meet this, by researching if there is a spill, how can we detect it, how can we mitigate the impacts of the spill. That’s basically what we’re going

to be focusing on.” Construction on the new building will begin next year, and should be completed by the end of the 2017 construction season. While different scientists are researching at the new facility, journal reports will be written at the university level to

keep all researchers up to date with new ﬁndings. Mundy says if anything newsworthy is brought up, public outreach will then be made possible. Inside the facility there will be two saltwater subpools that will be able to simultaneously accommodate scenarios of oil spills. Oil can be added to

one pool so researchers see what happens when it’s added to water, and how to handle the situation. There will also be environmental observatories that Mundy is in charge of. These are instruments put on a line, and will lie at the bottom of the ocean using a

weight. The instruments will be about to measure physical, chemical and biological aspects of the water over time. Although it’s a while before it happens, Mundy says he’s completely excited about it, and looking forward to Manitoba growing even more in the science ﬁeld.

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Letter to the Editor

Hydro’s characterization of South Indian Lake issues disputed To the Editor: I wish to clarify and provide further information in regard to the comments made by Manitoba Hydro’s public affairs manager Scott Powell in the Nickel Belt News printed June 19 as to the outstanding issues that remain in South Indian Lake. First, it is apparent to me that Scott Powell has been poorly informed, and perhaps has not read the relevant documentation. In my view, his comments mislead the general public regarding the affairs of the relationship with Manitoba Hydro and South Indian Lake. The statements made by Scott Powell were as follows: “The agreement is being followed. We work with chief and council, the elected ofﬁcials of South Indian Lake, the issues he has raised are in fact being dealt with in a timely manner.” Mr. Powell is incorrect with this statement. The 1992 CASIL (Community Association of South Indian Lake) Agreement is clear. The chief and council are not signatories to this 1992 CASIL agreement. The signatory is the Community Association of South Indian Lake. Further, to suggest that the 1992 CASIL agree-

ment is being followed is in my view misleading to Manitobans. The 1992 agreement requires engagement and consultation and Manitoba Hydro has taken the position since July of 2013 not to engage CASIL in any discussions with regard to this agreement. Hydro may have had discussions with chief and council but to imply that this addresses the CASIL agreement is wrong. The 1992 CASIL agreement signatory is not the chief and council, it is CASIL whose membership is comprised of both treaty and non-status Indians. The same situation prevails in respect of Hydro agreements with the ﬁshers and trappers of South Indian Lake. Each is represented by an entity other than the chief and council and each has entered into an agreement with Hydro that predates the recognition of the band. To imply that non-signatories represent those affected or that their concerns are being fully dealt with by the chief and council and Hydro without meaningful engagement is also incorrect. The ﬁsher and trappers’ agreements actually lists the non-status (non-treaty) members as being among them as per Manitoba Hydro insistence at the time.

Second, in regard to the most recent concern brought forward by the statement made by Manitoba Hydro community relations manager Mark Sweeny, I have attempted to bring forward concerns of the introduction of foreign debris (logs, sticks and markers) into South Indian Lake by the neglect of not removing these markers by Manitoba Hydro. I have brought this concern directly to Mr. Sweeny for over two years with no address. Mr. Powell’s statement that these issues are being dealt with in a timely manner is factually incorrect. The result is that the public is misled. Hydro’s community relations department continues to ignore the concerns raised by CASIL and further cloud the issues with their selective and divisive process. In fact the markers have not been totally removed from the lake since 2007. It has been implied that my concerns are of a personal nature. That is incorrect. My emails are between two corporations and as of the writing this letter I have not received any acknowledgment of my concerns that are part of the CASIL agreement (a legal contract) signed in 1992 with CASIL, Manitoba Hydro and the government of Manitoba.

From 2003 to 2013 Manitoba Hydro did have open and transparent discussion that not only involved chief and council but also included CASIL, fishers, trappers, Manitoba and Canada and openly discussed most issues and worked towards common resolution. However since 2013 Manitoba Hydro has not engaged CASIL, fishers and trappers and also cut the funding by 48 per cent to the community and First Nation. The South Indian Lake Environmental Action Plan items that have been cut included: ICC commercial fishery, fishing net loss, infrastructure community & SILFA, communication, shoreline restoration, community shoreline, youth programs, portage restoration, cataloguing, water quality, monitoring office, mercury, resource education elders, trapping reconstruction, loss of land, impact outboard motor repair, sturgeon research, cabin replacement, and agreements discussion, etc. To add further insult to South Indian Lake, Manitoba Hydro is currently proposing in the Power Development Agreement Supplement #2 to give Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NCN) a “gift” of $50 million. No matter

how much of accounting wizardry one engages in, Manitoba Hydro cannot make the Wuskwatim project look profitable. The amount of this gift would have funded our rebuilding programs for decades. Not addressing our issues in a timely manner in regard to South Indian Lake will allow Hydro to continue its devastating operation of the Churchill River Diversion Project (CRD), (which the Wuskwatim project significantly relies on) and which the CASIL agreement attempts to address. Furthermore Manitoba Hydro is proposing to give NCN a direct benefit in the ongoing destruction of South Indian Lake. When Manitoba Hydro “spills” water out of Missi Falls control structure, NCN will receive a payment as if that water went through Wuskwatim Generating Station. It is a fact that the operation of Missi Falls control structure directly impacts South Indian Lake with no benefit to South Indian Lake’s environment, community or economy and when Hydro “spills” the water they do not generate one cent of revenue anywhere, so not only will the destruction of South Indian Lake continue but now a separate First Na-

tion (NCN) will receive a direct payment and South Indian Lake will continue to be ignored. I can only imagine that the chief and council of South Indian Lake (OPipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation) are not fully aware of these issues or the details of all agreements. If they were, I suspect that the “good relationship” referenced by Scott Powell would be anything but. In my view, Manitoba Hydro has undermined the democratic process in the communities it impacts for over 50 years by its divisive, selective, misleading and undermining tactics. This must stop. In January 2015 Premier Greg Selinger apologized to all aboriginal people impacted by Manitoba Hydro and proposed a new era of reconciliation. How can we have reconciliation when Manitoba Hydro continues to ignore concerns, agreement and moves forward without change? Maybe forcing Manitoba Hydro to stop its divisive tactics and compelling them to honour their contractual commitments to CASIL and others would be a start. Leslie W. Dysart CEO, CASIL Inc. South Indian Lake

Local 6166 The National King Miner Committee, in conjunction with the United Steelworkers, Local 6166, wish to express our sincere appreciation to the following supporters of the 2015 National King Miner Contest: The Honorary King Miner – Marty Sanders The Honorary Driller – Conrad Hykawy Vale, Nickel Days Corporation, City of Thompson, Don Johnson Jewellers, Gardewine North, Multicrete Systems Inc., Wally Itson, R.A. Distributing, Sobeys, Canada Safeway, Arctic Beverages, Waste Management, the Advertisers, Paul Beck, Craig Sharpe, Robert Chuckrey, Mark Sytnyk, Mat Brass, Trevor Landers, Travis Hart, Perry Oxford, Cheryl Lantz, Joanne Klatt, Lindsay Tuttle, Rick Gagnon, T-3 Yard Foreman and Crew; Riggers & Transportation, Central Maintenance Shop, Judges and Scorekeepers. A special thank you to United Rentals for the Skid Steer. MAJOR SPONSORS OF THE NATIONAL KING MINER CONTEST EVENTS • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Stoper Drilling – Thompson Co-op Gas Bar & Manitoba Federation of Labour. Jackleg Drilling – Alex MacIntyre. Crib Building – Burntwood Hotel, Thompson Inn, Marlborough Hotel. Log Sawing – USW Northern Area Council. Ladder Climbing – Smook Brothers (Thompson) Ltd. Hose Mending – Kleysen Group LP & USW 6166. Hand Mucking – Sandvik. Steel Packing – McMunn & Yates & Mystery Lake Motor Hotel. Bolting – Orica. Pipefitting – Moffatt Supply LTD. & Manitoba Government Employees Union. Nail Driving – Oakwood Roofing. Team Event: Sponsored by USW 6166. Rookie: Twin Motors..

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We are all kin Psalm 19 begins: “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of God’s hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard. Their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world.” (NIV) And it is this that guided the development of science and the scientiﬁc method in England in the 1500s and 1600s. “Robert Boyle said that science is a religious task, the disclosure of the admirable workmanship which God displayed in the universe. Newton (the guy with the apple and gravity so the legend goes, developed the theory of universal gravitation, laws of motion, and calculus) believed the universe bespeaks an all-powerful Creator.” (Ian Barbour. Issues in Science and Religion p. 37. The words in the parentheses are my comment.) The mathematician and evolutionary biologist Michael Marshall said in an interview for New Scientist magazine in March 2011: “In my opinion, a purely scientiﬁc interpretation of evolution does not generate an argument in favour of atheism. Science does not disprove God or replace religion. Evolution is not an argument against God anymore than gravity is. Evolution explains the unfolding of life on Earth. The God of Christianity is ‘that without which there would be no evolution at all.’” (p.35). Back in the Middle Ages, scientists and priests spoke of studying the two books of God: the Book of Scripture and the Book of Nature. Somewhere along the way a limited opinion about God took over and some scientists decided that God wasn’t necessary and if not necessary then non-existent. At the same time some religious leaders decided

that they would only accept one Book as valid. They kept Scripture and threw away Nature. This leaves me with two questions. Why would I not want to know what God can reveal to me through my God-given gifts of observation and reasoning? The second question is one I think most people would ask. Why when the world is full of so many problems that need our help, are Christians spending so much time and money on this ridiculous fight between science and religion? The response to our religious feuding is often, “Get real and get a life. Do something worthwhile.” People who know me won’t be surprised when I say that the two questions are related. The problems we face as individuals and throughout human experience can only be helped when we use our God-given gifts of observation and reasoning. Human greed and violence, and everything else including climate change and war can only be changed when we pay attention, figure out what resources we have that can be used, and then act cooperatively. We will only act if we believe that change is possible. Change is evolution. Situations evolve. Human understanding and ability evolves. Our actions will only be useful if they are based on sound information but, more importantly, on the belief that God wills fullness of life for everyone. Whether our understanding of God is the old stereotype of a bearded old white guy sitting on a cloud, the ever present interior companion, the cosmic mystery that keeps the galaxies from flying apart, or the singularity of the big bang, most people agree that there is a deep fundamental pattern in all of creation. Whether it’s the strong nuclear force, the Higgs boson, carbon, or

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Rev. LeslieElizabeth King love, forgiveness and reconciliation, the pattern of creation is a pattern of relationship and it will always exist. We live because of it, we live within it, and we live for it. We are always in relationship with our Creator, with God. This is the message of the Books God has given us: the Book of Nature and the Book of Scripture. Before there was the Bible, there was nature, the creation. Observation of nature, thinking and reasoning about it, led people to knowledge of God and trust in God. God spoke to Moses from the burning bush, came to Elijah in a still small voice in a mountain cave, was revealed to Mary in an unplanned pregnancy, spoke to Jesus from the thundering sky and the presence of a dove, empowered the disciples with wind and tongues of ﬁre, and changed Paul with a blast of light. We too know God through the beauty of a sunrise, the terror of a deadly storm, the silent work of fungus under the ﬂoor of the forest, the immensity of the night sky, the beauty of a mathematical equation, and the reassurance that life will not be destroyed even though an asteroid took out the dinosaurs (except for chickens and a few other beasts). The record of evolution shows us over and over again that no matter what has happened to the living things of this earth, the pattern that produces life has done so time and time again. Many times humanity has been nearly wiped out and many times humanity has come back. Genetic study of populations revealed that 170,000 - 150,000 years ago a woman was born in Africa

who has been nick named “Mitochondrial Eve.” For some reason only her descendants have survived. That means that every human being alive today can trace their maternal lineage back to her. (National Geographic Genographic Project). We are all related! The Bible says God created all people in God’s own image (in other words, related), and scientific research into evolution says we are all related. Most conflict in our world is a result of people identifying exclusively with one group. We do it in many parts of our lives: sports teams, gangs, families, religion, politics, etc. Why do we fight? Why do we withhold the things other people need for their survival? We are all related. We are kin to each other, members of the same group. Why do we fight against our kin? The Bible tells us that Jesus came so people can have life in all its fullness. As a Christian my experience and hence my belief, is that Jesus has shown us a life lived in a fully unified relationship with God, with the Pattern of Life if you will. And Jesus invites us all to share that life. The teaching of the Book of Nature tells us that there is a pattern within each person and everything and that pattern, at this time in the life of the cosmos, is for our well-being. So the work we have to do to help people with the problems they face is the work of God and God’s creation. We are not alone. We live in God’s world. Thanks be to God. Rev. Leslie-Elizabeth King is the retired minister of the Lutheran-United Church of Thompson.

Economy shrinks with fewer middle class jobs The economic statistics tell the story. Canada risks sliding back into recession. While too many Canadian families struggle to make ends meet and household debt rises to record levels, the Canadian economy shrank for the fourth month in a row, according to new economic numbers released recently. Today’s disappointing GDP numbers are the latest sign that we need new economic initiatives.

The economy just isn’t working for middle class families. We need to act to create and protect good jobs and foster growth. Government layoffs and radical budget cuts to programs and services have only made things worse. Last year, the Parliamentary Budget Ofﬁcer projected that government cuts would shave 0.5 per cent off Canada’s GDP and cost our economy more than 46,000 jobs by 2016. Our caucus has put for-

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204-677-3935 TO: Larry Moose TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01120 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $2,263.43 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

TO: Johnny Linklater TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01126 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $2,777.84 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

TO: Henry Dysart TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01115 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $3,222.66 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

TO: Gary A. Bighetty TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01124 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $3,777.37 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

TO: Donald Pronteau Sr. TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01121 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $3,070.14 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

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TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01113 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $2,471.27 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757.

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claim No. 15-15-01122 has been filed against you by Communities Economic Development Fund for $3,010.43 involving a fisheries loan. The hearing of the claim will take place at: the Court Office, Provincial Building, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. If you do not appear to defend this claim, Default Judgment may be given against you. Enquiries may be made to: Small Claims, Thompson Court Office, 59 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1X4, phone no. (204) 677-6757

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Nelson House RCMP seeking missing person BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Nelson House RCMP are asking for the public to help locate a man who has not been seen since June 16 as they are concerned for his wellbeing. Travis Morgan Wood, 28, is an aboriginal male, approximately 5’8” with

a slim build, black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information about Wood’s whereabouts can call Nelson House RCMP at 204-484-2837 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. Tips can also be submitted securely online at www.

manitobacrimestoppers. com or by texting “TIPMAN” plus a message to CRIMES (274637).

Travis Morgan Wood was reported missing to Nelson House RCMP June 16.

OBITUARIES EDWARD ‘SONNY’ BALLANTYNE August 29, 1941 – June 18, 2015

Edward (Sonny) Ballantyne was born August 29, 1941 in Island Falls, SK. He grew up in Sandy Bay, Sherridon and Lynn Lake. Sonny came from a very humble upbringing. He always lived his life with respect, love, and care for others. Sonny had a great sense of humor and shared his joy and laughter with everyone he came into contacts with. Sonny and Marie Met; and together raised 6 children. They also opened their hearts and their homes to many other children who needed love and care. Sonny was an extremely hard worker. He attained his high school diploma and also received his degree in social work. He worked many years as a hard-rock miner and was also a diamond driller. He was an active member of The Manitoba Metis Federation and served as branch chairman in Lynn Lake, Leaf Rapids and Thompson MB. He worked for the Keewatin Tribal Council and for the National Indigenous Development Program. One of his greatest personal accomplishments was how he maintained his sobriety for over forty years. In 1985, Sonny began working with the Correctional Services of Canada; a ¿eld that he had a passion for. He served as an Aboriginal Parole Of¿cer from Northern Manitoba and was also appointed to the National Parole Board in 1992. In 1999, Sonny retired and continued to focus on his family. He spent his days spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He loved all of his grandchildren, and had a special place for each one of them in his heart. Each grandchild was given a special nick-name by their grandfather. He loved pow-wow dancing and was a traditional dancer for many years. He enjoyed ¿shing, but he rarely caught any. He did however, have many ¿shing stories to tell. Sonny always lived life to the fullest and made friends everywhere he went. He was a warm, passionate, kind, loving man who left an imprint on the hearts of those whose lives he touched. He will be greatly missed by many. Sonny passed away peacefully on June 18, 2015 at the Thompson General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Edward is survived by his wife Marie Ballantyne, adopted parents William and Veronica Duquette, children Arnold Merasty and family, Amanda Wallon and family, Gary (Jenny) and family; Deborah and family; Terry (Kristen) and family; Stewart and family; Flora; and Darcy and family; Brothers Henry George Cook (Marcia) and family; Joe Ballantyne and family; James and family; Harvey and family; Glen and family; Emile; Roland Bear; Sisters Bernice Nemeth and family; Sharon Fraser (Arnold) and family; Hilda Ross and family; Joyce Tobar and family; Rose Bighetty and family; Valentina Charles and family; Velma and family; Delia and family; Diane and family; and numerous relatives and friends. All of his grandchildren: Brittany, Ashley, Daphne,Cheyanne, Janelle, Tiffany, Kyle, Taylor, Marissa, Junior, Alicia, Skye, Jonathan, Rochelle, Emerald, Laquishia, Taryn, Alaina, Kailyn, Brooklyn, Donald, Tristen, Asia, Zayden, Dexter, Alicia and Savannah. Edward was predeceased by his mother Jean Petch (Ballantyne) father Moise Bear Sr., Brother: Wally Ballantyne, brother-in-law: Bill Nemeth. Sonny had two very special little friends. He leaves behind his furry little friend Pongo, but he is gone, to meet again with Masnas. We would like to thank the following: Thompson General Hospital staff for the tremendous care, Boardman Funeral Home, Family & Community Wellness Centre, Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation and Nelson House Medicine Lodge. Special thanks to all that sent Àowers and food, Lorne Keeper and family, Sarah Gazan and family, Isabelle & William and the Duquettes that travelled from Saskatchewan. If there is anyone who we forgot to mention, please accept our apologies, it was unintentional. Thank you to everyone who travelled to be with us at this time.

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ALLAN EUGENE LONGMUIR Peacefully at the Eriksdale Personal Care Home our dad, brother, uncle and papa passed away on November 27, 2014 at the age of 84 years. Allan was born on December 18, 1930 in St. Boniface, MB to Allan and Marie Longmuir and lived in many different places while growing up - St. Boniface, Hudson Bay, Morris, The Pas, Wabowden and finally settled in Eriksdale. Allan adopted a daughter, Marcella, in 1985 while living in Wabowden. Allan raised Marcella with assistance from her biological mother Joyce and step-father Arman until she began a family of her own. Allan worked for Mid-West Contracting for a number of years stringing hydro lines from Ontario to British Columbia before settling in Wabowden and establishing his own business as a taxi driver. Allan was a people person and would often help others less fortunate when the opportunity to do so arose. On his retirement from his business he resided in the Friendly Villa in Eriksdale where he tended to the facilities garden and ensured the garden was well cared for and weed free until he was no longer physically able to do so. He then moved to the Eriksdale Personal Care Home for his remaining years. Many vacations over the years were spent with his daughter and her family, his grandchildren were treasured and his great-grandchildren were adored. He is survived by his daughter Marcella (Jamie); his siblings Pauline Lundale, Ralph (Anne) Longmuir, Raymond (Cindy) Longmuir, Dorothy (Paul) Bilodeau and Bob (Pat) Longmuir, along with his brother-in-law Art Forsyth; his grandchildren Shane (Nolita) O’Brien, Kristtin (Dustin) Hatley and Eian; his great-grandchildren Colton O’Brien, Collin O’Brien and Lola Hatley along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends namely, Juliette Wedensky. He is predeceased by his father Allan Longmuir Sr., his mother Marie-Ange Longmuir, his sister Gladys Forsyth, brother-in-law Bob Lundale and nephews Brandon and Gerrie. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed. In keeping with Allan’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 11, 2015 in the Eriksdale Municipal Cemetery with Father Michel Nault officiating. A lunch will follow in the Eriksdale Community Centre. Thanks to all the doctors and staff at E. M. Crowe Memorial Hospital, Eriksdale Personal Care Home, family and friends for all your help and support over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Allan may be made to the Eriksdale Personal Care Home, c/o Sharon Thorgilsson, PO Box 130, Eriksdale MB, R0C 0W0. Arrangements by: ARNASON FUNERAL HOME Ashern - Lundar 1.204.768.2072 1.866.323.3593

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The essence of teaching and learning From the Teacher’s Desk lquilty5@gmail.com Leonard Quilty Strip away the noise. Only two things matter in life: what you’re becoming; and who you’re helping. - Robin Sharma On Friday, June 5, we had the annual graduation ceremony at our school. Students and their families came from all over Alberta to join in the festivities. This year’s ceremonies were similar to previous ones – the ecumenical service at the church, the graduates’ cap toss outside the church, the grand march at the community centre, and the dinner and dance. But there was something a little extra special about this year’s event. That specialness can be summed up in two words – gratitude and community. Throughout the day, there were many parents and students who came up to me to express their thankfulness in being part of such a momentous occasion. They were also very grateful for the hard work that our graduation committee had put in to prepare for the event. On that evening, while sharing the banquet meal with the graduates and their families, and watching them enjoy themselves on the dance ﬂoor, I felt a strong community connection. It was almost like I was a guest at a family get together. On the topic of community, I have just finished reading an excellent book called The Courage to Teach. One of the most interesting parts of the book for me was when the author, Parker J. Palmer, wrote about a community of truth. In a chapter titled “Knowing in Community,” the author gives a beautiful deﬁnition of the craft of teaching. “To teach is to create a space in which the community of truth is practised.” To support his point, Mr. Palmer included a motto from Cowell College in Santa Cruz, California – “The pursuit of truth in the company of friends.” I like that! I believe that’s what the essence of teaching and learning should be.

When I consider the graduating class at our school this year, one of the truths about this community of learners is that they are part of a small minority of students in the province (about one per cent, I’m told) who have received their schooling, or at least part of it, via distributed learning – online education. Essentially, they have been educated in the comfort of their home. During our evening banquet, one of the Grade 12 students gave the customary toast to the teachers. His words were very edifying as he thanked the teachers for playing such a huge role in his, and his fellow graduates’, education. When the student ﬁnished speaking, it was my job to respond to this toast. The gist of my brief speech was that it was very important for the students, as they make their way in the world beyond high school, to ﬁnd their passion and then pursue it with vigour. I like Robin Sharma’s words (quoted above) relative to the two things that matter in life – what you’re becoming and who you’re helping. If I had read those words before my speech to the graduates, I would certainly have referenced them. It’s not only the graduates, but all of us, at whatever life stage we’re currently enjoying, who need to actualize Mr. Sharma’s words. I think Robin Sharma is being very direct in his words. But if he was being a little more pointed I believe he would ask this question as well. Do you have a plan to move you further along the continuum of self-improvement? And for the part about helping others – well, that’s directly tied to your self-development plan. As author Wallace D. Wattles once said, “The very best thing you can do for the whole world is to make the most of yourself.” Leonard Quilty is a guidance counsellor with the Centre for Learning@Home in Okotoks, Alberta. He can be reached by e-mail at lquilty5@gmail.com.

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Snow Lake celebrates Canada Day Public notice is hereby given that Tolko Industries Limited intends to conduct the following Pesticide control program during 2015 and 2016. To control hardwood competition on previously planted or naturally regenerated spruce and pine plantations near the following locations Tolko road, Alberts lake, Imperial road, Three Finger road, Buzz lake winter road, Davidson road, Egg Lake road, Okaw road, Talbot road, East Talbot road, Crossing Bay road, Long Lake road, Payuk, Limestone road, South Jonas road, Buckingham road, Partridge Crop road and Patrick Creek road.

Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson From left to right, Cpl. Jason Schalla, Snow Lake Mayor Kim Stephen, parade marshall René Lamontagne and Const. Tim Gaultois.

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My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com Once again, Snow Lake’s Canada Day celebration began with the community dance on the evening of June 30. Last year’s social was so successful that organizers surely felt there was no need to tamper with a proven commodity; with that in mind, 2014’s anchor act was back for a repeat performance. The folk/rock four piece called “Face to the Sky,” features former Snow Laker Cathy Denby and her niece Rikki Mclean Hampton; they picked up where they left off last year, with outstanding vocals (Mclean Hampton), some exceptional players and a great musical repertoire. The following day, early risers assembled at the Senior Centre for the an-

nual pancake breakfast. Following breakfast, most folks gathered their lawn chairs and set up along the predetermined route in anticipation of the Canada Day parade. As is the case each year, the parade features a myriad of ﬂoats sponsored by local business, industry and government agencies … with emergency vehicles providing the background soundtrack and participants supplying handfuls of candy. The judging of the parade saw the Legion Ladies Auxiliary take best overall designation; best Canada Day theme was given to the Health Auxiliary, and best small motors to Forsyth Agency. The parade concluded at Sunset Bay Beach close to noon, but precisely at 12 p.m., 95-year-old Second World War Veteran Ben Foord raised the Maple Leaf as Zachary Roberts led those assembled in O Canada. Once Zach had ﬁnished, attention was focused on the cutting of the Canada Day cake. Mayor Kim Stephen posed for photos with parade marshall René Lamontagne and two Mounties in red serge, prior to cutting and passing out the cake, while

Moose Lake assault victim not expected to survive injuries BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

A 23-year-old man is charged with aggravated assault on a 62-year-old man in Moose Lake who RCMP said was not expected to survive his injuries. Earl Peter Audi Lathlin was scheduled to appear in court in The Pas on the aggravated assault charge July 6. Moose Lake RCMP responded to a residence in Crossing Bay in the early morning hours of July 3 to ﬁnd the victim with serious injuries. He was transported to hospital and investigation led the police to Lathlin who was arrested without incident. The two men know each other and both are residents of Moose Lake, which is about 700 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg. Winnipeg RCMP major and serious crime units and The Pas RCMP forensic identiﬁcation services are assisting the ongoing investigation.

the United Steelworkers Local 7106 handed out ice cream. Following cake and ice cream, Deva Andrechuk setup for the Gardewine Kid’s Races and they began quickly and played out for a half hour or so; as did the money dig (cash in plastic bags hid in mounds of sand) in another area of Snow Lake’s spacious summer gathering place. Shortly thereafter, face painting, a ﬁsh pond, bouncy house, pie-eating contest, and a tug of war got underway in other areas of the beach. In still another, mini-golf and horse shoes went into full swing. The beer gardens and a food booth (specializing in perogies, pickle on a stick, and cabbage rolls) were both popular spots and a dunk tank kept some entertained; while the beer garden talent show garnered almost everyone’s attention. A couple of family acts were particularly noteworthy: Chad Vinkle and his young daughter and Pete and Zach Roberts. With most activities concluding at around 6 p.m., the beach was blocked off and taken over by Snow

Lake’s Volunteer Fire Department, as they put the finishing touches on the fireworks setup that they worked at all day. With the dry conditions everywhere this year, there was some question whether the annual display would even take place; however, the question was quickly answered when they started setting up for them earlier in the day. As the daylight waned and clocks rolled around to midnight, Fire Chief Cory Anaka and the Snow Lake firefighters put on their much-anticipated yearly spectacle. Every year on July 1, we all sit in awe as the firefighters paint their magic across the midnight sky and each year we all say, “Wow, that was even better than last year!” And ... it usually is! However, this year, due to some technical difficulties, they played out over almost an hour, starting and stopping several times as much of Snow Lake sat and wished that they would never end. We are certainly a lucky community to have this group of dedicated and courageous emergency personnel.

The Boys and Girls Thompson invites you to join us at 365 Thompson Drive North on Wednesday July 15, 2015 at 7:00 PM to discuss the possibility of opening a satellite club in the Eastwood area of Thompson. As we plan for the future, we have identified that our number one strategic goal is to increase accessibility to our programming. The Boys and Girls Club Thompson hopes to achieve this by opening a smaller version of the primary location, it will maintain the same best practices for programming and be completely free of charge for participants. Let us allay any concerns you may have by giving us the opportunity to address them directly. We hope to see you there.

Portions of plantations in these areas will be sprayed with the herbicide glyphosate by aerial or ground application means during the period August 15 to September 30 of 2015 or 2016. The purpose of this treatment is to ensure that the plantations develop into softwood dominated forests in order to maintain the sustainability of the plant and wildlife species that require those forest conditions and to provide both timber and non-timber beneﬁts to society in the future. Any person may, within 15 days of publication of this notice, send written submissions regarding the control program, or register their written objection to the use of pesticide next to their property, to the department below. Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship Pesticide/Fertilizer Section Suite 160, 123 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 1A5

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PUBLIC NOTICE 2016 BOARD OF REVISION Pursuant to Section 41 of the Municipal Assessment Act, NOTICE is hereby given that the 2016 Assessment Roll for the Town of Gillam is open for public inspection at the Administration Office, 323 Railway A venue, Gillam, Manitoba, during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. The public is also advised that the Board of Revision will sit to hear applications for revision on September lOth, 2015 at 7:00p.m. in the Town of Gillam Council Chambers, 323 Railway Avenue, Gillam, Manitoba. A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under subsection 114 ( 1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay back the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to a. liability to taxation; b. amount of assessed value; c. classification of property; or d. a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13 (2). An application for revision must be a. in writing; b. set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; c. set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42 ( 1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; and d. be filed by delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated above or by serving it upon the Secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board (by August 25th, 2015). Dated at the Town of Gillam, this 8th day of July, 2015. Jackie Clayton Board of Revision Secretary Town of Gillam 323 Railway Avenue, P.O. Box 100 Gillam, MB R0B 0L0

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Maintenance Trades Person 52 Week Non-Seasonal Departmental Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship, Paint Lake Provincial Park, MB Advertisement Number: 30417 Closing Date: July 20, 2015 Salary Range: MM1 $45,725.00 - $52,174.00 per year plus remoteness allowance, if applicable

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ADULT LEARNING CENTRE INSTRUCTOR Classification: Instructor Full Time Term: August 17, 2015 to January 29, 2016 (with the possibility of extension) The Pas, MB Competition No. 15-059 Closing Date: July 13, 2015 or until position is filled.

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FuncƟon as recepƟonist and front desk personnel Greet all visitors and answer inquiries in person and over the telephone Transfer calls to the appropriate department, taking accurate messages and providing proper follow-up Schedule appointments and prepare clinics Intake payments and issue receipts Process incoming and outgoing mail Prepare packages for courier service File medical charts and x-rays Maintain oĸce supply inventory including ordering supplies CreaƟng and sending reports Data entry UpdaƟng of Policy and Procedure Manuals

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POSITION AVAILABLE CRISIS RESPONSE ADVISOR Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health and the Wellness Programming Team Leader, the Crisis Response Advisor will assist member First Nations in Crisis Response situations in collaboration with the Crisis Response team and KTC according to Crisis Response protocol. They will respond to requests for assessments, support or consultation regarding community members in crisis due to community trauma/emergent situations, mental health, suicide or addictions concerns. They will provide on-site support to youth, caregivers and community members, provide referrals or linkage to resources and provide informational resources based on a case management model. QUALIFICATIONS: • Post-Secondary education / training / experience in the Social Services ﬁeld. • Demonstrated counseling skills with First Nations and ability to facilitate the transfer of skills to community based resources. • Community Crisis Response experience or suitable amount of experience or education. • Knowledgeable of government agencies and various organizations. • Should have good communication and organizational skills. • Computer skills are needed for various input of reporting requirements. • Ability to work well as a team member. • Ability to speak Cree/Dene would be an asset. • A valid Driver’s license would be an asset. • Must be prepared to travel extensively for Crisis Response and Mental Health training.

Salary will be based on experience and qualiĮcaƟons. A comprehensive beneĮts package is oīered. Resumes together with the names and contact informaƟon of three (3) professional references who will be contacted can be forwarded to:

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to:

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Closing Date: July 20, 2015 Late applications will not be accepted Please Forward Resumes to the Attention of: Lisa Beardy, Ofﬁce Manager 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Fax: 204 677-0256

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2015 We are thankful for your interest, but unfortunately, we can only personally connect with those selected for an interview.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, Monday July 20, 2015. We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Canada Bread Representative (Full-Time)

Arctic Beverages Limited 201 Hayes Road, Thompson, MB - www.arcticbev.com Arctic Beverages services communities in Northern Manitoba, Northern Saskatchewan, Northwest Ontario and Nunavut. Arctic Beverages sells billion dollar brands. Including; Pepsi, 7UP, Gatorade, Lays & Doritos through our exclusive partnership with PepsiCo Canada. We also sell and distribute Jack Links beef jerky, Nestle ice cream, Paramalat dairies and Canada Bread products. Arctic Beverages is currently seeking applicants for the position of Canada Bread Representative. Duties will include, but are not limited to: • Ordering product • Merchandising • Receive/sort Bread • Assisting customers Qualifications: • Minimum Grade 12 education • Class 5 driver’s licence • Working experience will be an asset • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as Internet and email • Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Benefit package available. Position to start immediately. Please send your resume to: mtaylor@arcticbev.com We would like to thank all applicants in advance, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wise customers read the fine print: *, †, Ω, *, § The Trade In Trade Up Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating retailers on or after July 1, 2015. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2015 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. †0% purchase financing available July 1 to July 31, 2015 inclusive on select new 2015 Ram 1500 and Ram Heavy Duty models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Examples: 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A+AGR) with a Purchase Price of $29,495 with a $0 down payment, financed at 0% for 72 months equals 156 bi-weekly payments of $189 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $29,495. Ω$10,000 in total discounts includes $8,500 Consumer Cash and $1,500 Loyalty/ Conquest Bonus Cash. Consumer Cash Discounts are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. $1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest/Skilled Trades Bonus Cash is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2015 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg. Cab), 2014 Ram 2500/3500 or 2015 Ram Cargo Van and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: 1. Current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram Pickup Truck or Large Van or any other manufacturer’s Pickup Truck or Large Van. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before July 1, 2015. Proof of ownership/Lease agreement will be required. 2. Customers who are skilled tradesmen or are acquiring a skilled trade. This includes Licensed Tradesmen, Certified Journeymen or customers who have completed an Apprenticeship Certification. A copy of the Trade Licence/Certification required. 3. Customers who are Baeumler Approved service providers. Proof of membership is required. Limit one $1,500 bonus cash offer per eligible transaction. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. *2.99% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT models through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT with a Purchase Price of $29,495 (including applicable Consumer Cash and Loyalty Conquest Bonus Cash) financed at 2.99% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $160 with a cost of borrowing of $3,685 and a total obligation of $33,180. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. ••With as low as 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway. Based on 2014 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. 10.2 L/100 km (28 MPG) city and 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway on Ram 1500 4x2 model with 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 and 8-speed automatic. Ask your retailer for EnerGuide information. ¥Longevity based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian Vehicles In Operation data as of July 1, 2013, for model years 1994-2013 for all large pickups sold and available in Canada over the last 20 years. )Based on 2500/250 and 3500/350 class pickups. When properly equipped. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.

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