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Volume 56 Number 26
Friday, July 1, 2016
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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Beverly George This photo of a fire near Easterville and Chemawawin First Nation was posted June 23 on Facebook by a resident of the community, which began an evacuation of up to 2,000 people that day. BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
An evacuation of up to 2,000 people from Easterville and Chemawawin First Nation began June 23 after three fires drew to withing a kilometre of the community. About 70 people from Easterville were being evacuated to The Pas and up to 2,000 from Chemawawin First Nation were being evacuated to Winnipeg by
car and by bus. The Canadian Red Cross, which has an agreement with the federal government to assist in the evacuation of any Manitoba First Nation, has a team of volunteers in the community, located about 450 kilometres north of Winnipeg between Cedar Lake and Lake Winnipegosis to the west of Grand Rapids. Chemawawin First Nation members will be put up in
hotels in Winnipeg until they can return to their community. When they will be able to return is unknown at this time. Ground attack crews and two water bombers are fighting the three fires in the area. There had been 131 forest fires in Manitoba this year as of June 27. The average number for this time of year is more than 200.
Charges laid in Pukatawagan homicide A 19-year-old woman from Pukatawagan is charged with second-degree murder and attempted murder in relation to a June 20 incident. RCMP were notified of two injured males at the Pukatawagan nursing station around 4:35 a.m. that day. One of them later died as a result of his injuries. Leah Castel was arrested and charged
later that day and was remanded into custody to await a June 23 court date in The Pas. The second injured man is in hospital in stable condition. Officers from the RCMP’s serious and major crime units and forensic identification services attended the community to assist the investigation.
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Help out those less fortunate than yourself this summer MALL HOURS: Monday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Tuesday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Wednesday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Thursday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Friday 9:30 - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm *Some store hours may vary Mall Office Tel: (204) 677-2113 Fax: (204) 677-4611 www.shopcitycentremall.com
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS requests applications from interested individuals with experience, knowledge and capacity in such disciplines as air transportation, aviation, business finance, engineering or other experience which will assist in the management of the affairs of the Corporation as an on-going, viable, commercial enterprise. For further information on the role of the Board of Directors please contact: Curtis Ross, CEO/President at 677-0723. Please send a letter of application to Thompson Airport Authority Email: Jaclyn.Cook@fly-yth.ca Fax: 204-778-6477 Submission deadline is July 5, 2016
Summer time is a time for holidays, fun in the sun and relaxation, at least for part of the time. Many go to a camp or on a trip. Hopefully God is part of their plans and their companion. However, many persons with disabilities can do none of these things. In Chicago, first graders were each given a dollar and challenged to make it grow as in Luke’s gospel where the king’s servants were rewarded for making their treasure grow. (19:11-27) The students’ goal was to help send deaf and deaf-blind children to Cajun summer camp for two weeks. Students made lemonade, cookies or cupcakes to sell. One student sold her paintings to family and friends. Another sang six songs on a CD and sold them. Two talented sisters gave a musical concert. The various projects were many. Together the first graders raised over $11,000 to help handicapped children have fun at camp. I now challenge you to help an adult or a child have a special time this summer. Do whatever it takes. Show that you care.
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them? How about picking up a handicapped person and bringing them to your house for a barbecue? Maybe a couple of you could lift someone with disabilities into your boat and take them for a cruise, or if the person is a fisherman, to take them fishing. Bring them to see the fireworks display on July 1. If you have your own camp, take one of them with you for a few days. If it is a handicapped child, take the child to a playground and sit them on your lap on the swing or teeter-totter where they will be safe while enjoying the ride. Or you or one of your children could play with them in the sandbox. An outing to Pisew Falls or other scenic area for a picnic is another idea. If you are financially able or
Let them have the same chance that you have. Since we all belong to the family of God, it is our responsibility to care for our handicapped brothers and sisters. We will have to account to God for the gifts we have received in our life and how we have used them. Those who are generous and responsible in using what they have freely received will be rewarded abundantly with blessings. To be gifted by God is an invitation to fulfill a mission. Do not bury your treasure in the ground of the self. God invites each of us to invest what we have received in the service of others. Your qualities of body, mind and heart, gifted to you by God, are meant to be put to use by sharing . How can you serve
decide to undertake a project to raise the necessary money, it would be great to send a handicapped child to a summer camp that is equipped for the handicapped. I’m sure that you can think of many other suggestions. This summer, open your hearts to the handicapped and to refugees who also feel marginalized. Let them experience joy and your embracing love for them. What you have received in life is meant to be shared. On earth, you are God’s hands and feet and warm, welcoming love for others. Sister Andrea Dumont is a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto Roman Catholic religious order. She spent 14 years in Guatemala and since returning to Canada has lived in Grand Rapids, Easterville and Thompson. The main focus of her work in adult education, which includes training lay presiders for times when there is no priest available, organizing and instructing in the various ministries, sacramental preparation and RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults).
Dangerous Waterway Zone Construction of the Keeyask Generating Station is underway near Gull Rapids on the Nelson River. This can cause speed and depth of water in the area to change very quickly and may also result in an increased risk to public safety. Watch for signs, buoys and booms marking the dangerous waterway zone and avoid the area at all times during construction. Be alert, don’t get hurt.
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Nickel Days showcases Thompson’s northern hospitality Happy Canada Day! I hope all residents of Thompson and its surrounding areas take some time today to celebrate Canada’s 149th birthday, and to reflect on the beauty of this great country and all the wonderful things it means to be Canadian. I had a great time in the Thompson Nickel Days parade this past Saturday. There were plenty of floats, plenty of people and plenty of candies throughout the parade route around Thompson Drive. The weather was excellent and everyone, especially the kids, had a great time. Thanks goes to all the hard-working volunteers who managed to stage another successful parade with so much community involvement. Cheers to you. It was very enjoyable.
MLA Report kelly.bindle@leg.gov.mb.ca Kelly Bindle The last time I had the pleasure of walking in the parade, I was on Inco Mine Rescue 20 years ago. It’s nice to see Nickel Days over 40 years old and still going strong. I remember attending the pancake breakfasts when I was a kid, while my dad was serving at them with Rotary Club volunteers. Following this past weekend’s parade, I was also happy to participate in the opening ceremony for the King Miner Contest
at the Nickel Days fairgrounds. This is the main attraction at Nickel Days, and it was made possible through the efforts of the Nickel Days Committee, the City of Thompson, the United Steelworkers, Vale, sponsors, volunteers and of course the contestants. This is a very entertaining competition with various mining skills being tested, timed and judged by volunteers from the United Steelworkers Local 6166, many of whom are familiar faces
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who graciously donate their time year after year. Congratulations to Honorary King Miner Ted Sentner and Honorary Driller Earl Timmons, as well as to all the winners in the King Miner competition and to repeat King Miner champion Brian Woytkiw. There were talent shows, dancers, bands and appearances by Lil’ Nick and Rudy the Raven. This event attracts visitors to the north, showcases our northern hospitality and does not disappoint. It also brings visitors from many surrounding communities for a softball competition. As expected, these events were enjoyed by all who attended. Special thanks to the Nickel Days Committee for its amazing hospitality.
Forty-four Thompsonites compete in Manitoba Marathon events on Father’s Day BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Hash Pereira was the sole Thompsonite to run the full course at the Manitoba Marathon in Winnipeg June 19, covering the 42.2 kilometre route in 4:23:02.8. Pereira was the 295th marathon competitor to cross the finish line - there were 648 runners in all and was 223rd out of 429 male runners and 33rd out of 53 runners in his age category. Thirteen runners from Thompson completed the half-marathon course, with Don Wood the fastest among them at 1:53:57.6, with Crystal Zimmer (2:04:31.1), Michelle Shumka (2:06:34.1), Louise Stuart (2:13:38.9) and Suzanne Bruce (2:16:10.6) rounding out Thompson’s top five, followed by Kristie Taphorn, Carla Fennell, Dennis Fenske, Daniel Pegus, Karen Beaupre, Chelsea Drane, Stephanie Beaupre and Desarae Angus. Twenty-five Thompsonites ran the 10 kilometre race, with Josianne Gou-
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dreau (59:42.7), Carolyn Bue (1:00:49.9), Janice Bonner (1:00:52.9), Sheri Porth (1:01:06.4) and Chad Campbell (1:01:42.8) the five fastest. Other 10K runners from Thompson were Philip Coggan, Kelly Scallion, Janelle Clouston, Miles Stillie, Sarah BonnerProulx, Michelle Weber,
Kathy Pitre, Lorelle Weiss, Nevada Long, Jeff Haney, Alain Huberdeau, Alex Huberdeau, Parker Long, Brian Barton, Faelecia Dubuc, Connor Bellerose, Jenna Bonner-Audet, Anna Holmen, Travis Zimmer and Raymond Beaupre. Colson Coggan, Deklan Coggan, Hana Coggan,
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FATHER of: WAYNE KENNETH CLARENCE SPENCE, Born the 9th day of October, 2013 TAKE NOTICE that the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Family and Community Services has made an application for a Permanent Order of Guardianship under The Child & Family Services Act respecting your children, namely, WAYNE KENNETH CLARENCE SPENCE, born the 9th day of October, 2013. FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that the application will be heard in the Queen’s Bench (Family Division) Winnipeg Centre, on Monday the 20th day of July, 2016 at 10:00 o’clock in the forenoon at the Law Courts, Courtroom 410, 408 York Avenue, in the City of Winnipeg, Manitoba. FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that if you do not appear at the time and place stated, an order respecting the said child may be made in your absence.
Kaleigh McNish and Tracy McNish all competed in the Super Run and all crossed the finish line around the 36-minute mark. Altogether, 7,837 participants competed in the marathon, wheelchair marathon, marathon relay, half-marathon, 10K and Super Run.
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Notice of Public Hearing and Pre-Hearing Conference Applicant: Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation HEARING:
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Public Utilities Board (Board) anticipates holding a public hearing of an application from Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation (MPI) for approval of rates and premiums for compulsory vehicle and driver insurance as of March 1, 2017. The hearing would take place at the Board’s Hearing Room, 4th Floor, 330 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB (commencing at 9:00 a.m.) on October 13, 2016. A Pre-Hearing Conference is to be convened by the Board in its offices at 9:00 a.m. on June 30, 2016.
Interested parties should take note that the Board does not have jurisdiction over the MPI lines of business denoted as Extension or SRE, or as to MPI’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing operation.
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Persons seeking further information as to MPI’s application, or with respect to the Board’s process, and/or wishing to address the public hearing in French should notify the Board Secretary by August 26, 2016. As well, interested parties may examine MPI’s application and supporting materials, either at the offices of the Corporation or on its website, or the Board’s office.
The Corporation is requesting approval for Basic Autopac vehicle and drivers licence insurance rates and premiums effective March 1, 2017, which, if approved, will result in 2% overall change in MPI’s Basic premium revenue (excluding the impact of vehicle upgrades and an increased overall driver and vehicle population). The Corporation is also requesting an Interest Rate Forecast Risk Factor, also effective March 1, 2017, to be developed collaboratively through the General Rate Application process.
The Manitoba Ombudsman has recently issued privacy guidelines for administrative tribunals. The Board is mindful of its obligations under those guidelines. Its decisions in respect of the application being considered will be sensitive to the guidelines. Personal information will not be disclosed unless it is appropriate and necessary to do so. However, the Board advises participants that these proceedings are public and that as a result, personal information protections are reduced.
Actual vehicle and driver premiums would vary depending on claim and driving experience, insurance use, territory and vehicle rate group. Full particulars, including the rate impact and application, can be found on the Manitoba Public Insurance website www.mpi.mb.ca.
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PRE-HEARING CONFERENCE: Those seeking Intervener status should notify the Board of their intention by applying to the Board Secretary before the now scheduled Pre-Hearing Conference of June 30, 2016. Interveners may be entitled to financial assistance, and the Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (Rules) provide the related guidelines, which can be seen at the Board’s website www.pub.gov.mb.ca or obtained on request to the Board, by either emailing (publicutilities@gov.mb.ca), writing or calling the Board Secretary (204-945-2638 or 1-866-854-3698, toll free). Parties wishing to submit a brief or to express comments at the hearing should also contact the Board Secretary.
Five days notice required.
The Public Utilities Board 400 - 330 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3C 0C4 Website: www.pub.gov.mb.ca Telephone: 204-945-2638 Toll-Free: 1-866-854-3698 Email: publicutilities@gov.mb.ca
DATED this 17th day of June, 2016 Jennifer Dubois, CPA, CMA Assistant Associate Secretary The Public Utilities Board
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A few years ago we wandered up a hill on a beautiful summer’s day to explore Oystermouth Castle overlooking Mumbles in South Wales. From the top of the 12th-century battlements, we saw cargo ships anchored in the blue waters of Swansea Bay. I remember the warmth of the sunshine and posing for pictures in front of the castle’s crumbling stone walls joking with Sandra that friends and family would enjoy a few photos of “old ruins,” — all the while referring to us. Our spirits were high as we mused about visiting this place on the Welsh coast that some say got its name from two islands in the bay that French sailors, perhaps a long time at sea away from female companionship, thought looked like breasts. One of the many French words for breasts sounds like “Mumbles” and it seems the name stuck. It’s a delightful resort town famous for “the Mumbles Mile,” actually a two-mile stretch of road that once boasted of a pub crawl of more than 20 drinking establishments. There are now only nine – and even they had no attraction for us, although at least one glass of late afternoon wine beckoned me away from our castle exploration. Our visit to Oystermouth made us realize that ancient castle living was not quite what popular culture has made it to be in books, movies and television. It would certainly not fit into a modern-day definition of “luxury.” In our 21stcentury lives, at least in the richer countries of the world, we are blessed with incredible creature comforts. For instance we live in a house incorporating
state-of-the-art construction techniques that castle builders could not have imagined possible. Our house in Canada has insulated 12-inch thick walls and is heated and cooled by geothermal energy. We even have comfortable “indoor facilities” with conveniences that do not rely on gravity and fireplaces that light up with the flick of a switch. And while living here in England, we enjoy the comforts of a modern flat with all the necessary modern-day creature comforts. If we were living back in medieval times, my genealogical searches of our European roots suggest we would not be living in a castle in England, Ireland, Scotland or Wales. I can’t find even a trace of noble blood or claims to ancestral land. Instead, we would dwell in little thatched-roof wooden framed “cruck” houses reeking of horse manure, infested with fleas and other insects galore. And at night, our livestock would be tethered beside our straw beds. There would be no running water; no refreshing shower in the morning; in fact we might only take two full-body baths in our entire lifetime. We would be dirty and smelly like the rest of the world. And we probably would envy castle dwellers who enjoyed a seemingly better quality of living in their massive homes of fortified stone. While not many people today would long for the peasant style of life, some might like to live in a castle like Oystermouth, clinging to the notion that nobility must have lived much more comfortable lives. Perhaps they did comparatively speaking with those over whom they ruled, but nothing like we enjoy in modern times. From my
observations, nobility too lacked even the most basic creature comforts we take for granted. Their living spaces, however, were huge and that perhaps made coping with deprivation easier. And of course, they were always able to take out their frustrations on the underlings. Certainly they ate better, dressed better, had more possessions and enjoyed more spacious shelter, but life was nasty and brutish for everyone, commoner and noblemen alike. Just as in the peasant’s huts, castles had no central heating, no real bathrooms as such, and there was not even glass in castle windows, at least not until the 12th century. To use the rather poor excuse for indoor castle “facilities,” picture yourself stumbling through darkened castle corridors to a little room equipped with a chute that opened to the moat far below waiting for you to make “a big splash.” And when you made your way back through the darkness, you might trip over a servant or two huddled on the floor wrapped in blankets to try and stave off the never-ending damp and gloom. And if you wanted to bathe, you probably did so in some kind of tub outdoors, kept outside in the summer months so the water could be warmed by the sun. When I was growing up in the 1950s, I thought we had it pretty tough. Our house was a run-down little shack with no central heating and only one washroom without bath or shower. It wasn’t insulated, so we froze in the winters and suffered from stifling heat in the summers. And while we had panes of glass, they frosted up so badly in winter that we picked at the frost with
Daniel McSweeney our fingernails to view the snowy wonderland outside. And more than a few mornings, a skift of ice covered the water in our one and only commode - an overhead cistern and chain “Thomas Crapper” utility dating back to the 1800s. In hindsight, though, we had it super easy compared with medieval times. I perhaps felt deprived because every day it seemed that new gadgets and inventions were being introduced to make our lives easier – and yet we were not able afford many of them. Back in medieval times, such creature comforts were hardly even on the horizon. In reflecting on this harsh life in the distant past, I have had a couple of minor epiphanies: first don’t lean against peasant wooden framed “crucks.” They are probably mushed together with straw and a generous helping of horse manure. And most importantly, it’s perhaps best not to swim in castle moats – especially with your mouth open. Dan McSweeney, a Halifax native, first worked as a reporter at the old Halifax Herald, then got a taste of public relations work at Canadian National Railway in Moncton, before coming to Thompson in 1980 to work for Inco. He retired back home to Bridgewater on Nova Scotia’s south shore in June 2007 after 27½ years with Inco here. He blogs at mcsweeneysdiversion.wordpress.com.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE – GOVERNMENT MAIL
How to obtain your Manitoba cheque To prepare for a possible postal service disruption, the Manitoba government has arranged for government cheques and other essential mail to be available for pick-up at the locations listed below. If you currently receive your payments or benefits by direct deposit, you will not be affected by a postal disruption.
Cheque pick-up information All offices are open Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. Please call 1-866-626-4862 or visit Manitoba.ca before going to pick up your cheque and you will be provided with a number to call to ensure your cheque is ready. Please bring proper identification with you when you pick up your cheque. If you are not sure which location has your cheque, please call 1-866-626-4862 or visit Manitoba.ca.
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Manitoba Infrastructure 43 Railway Avenue
Manitoba Agriculture Carberry GO Centre Hwy #5, North of Hwy #1
Manitoba Indigenous and Municipal Relations 2nd Floor, 62 – 2nd Avenue
Manitoba Families 290 North Railway Street
Manitoba Families Selkirk Provincial Bldg. 101-446 Main Street
Manitoba Families 79 – 3rd Street W.
Beausejour Manitoba Families Beausejour Provincial Building 20 – 1st Street S.
Churchill
Brandon
Manitoba Families Dauphin Provincial Building 27 – 2nd Avenue S.W.
Manitoba Finance Brandon Provincial Building 340 – 9th Street
Carman Manitoba Agriculture Carman GO Office 65 – 3rd Avenue N.E.
Manitoba Families 31 Hudson Square
Dauphin
Flin Flon Manitoba Families Provincial Building 102-143 Main Street
Payments to the following programs can also be dropped off at these locations: Provincial Taxation, Manitoba housing, Provincial Fines, Maintenance Enforcement (MEP).
Killarney Manitoba Families 203 South Railway Street E.
Lac du Bonnet Manitoba Sustainable Development 4 - Hwy #502
Minnedosa Manitoba Agriculture Minnedosa GO Office 36 Armitage Avenue
Morris Manitoba Agriculture 229 Main Street S.
Neepawa Manitoba Sustainable Development 123 Main Street
Portage la Prairie Manitoba Finance Portage Provincial Building 25 Tupper Street N.
Russell
Souris Manitoba Learning and Resource Centre 130 – 1st Avenue W.
Steinbach Manitoba Families 316 – 323 Main Street
Swan River Manitoba Families Provincial Building 201 – Fourth Street S.
Manitoba Education and Training 402 Main Street N.
Thompson Manitoba Families Thompson Provincial 59 Elizabeth Drive
Virden Manitoba Agriculture Virden GO Centre 247 Wellington Street W.
Winkler Manitoba Education and Training Distance Learning Unit 555 Main Street
B. In Winnipeg Cheques available at the Norquay Building – Basement Level 401 York Avenue
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Monday – Friday (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
Manitoba housing cheques (including STAT55 and Portable Housing Benefit) are to be picked up at 200-352 Donald Street.
Note: For Family Services and Employment Income Assistance cheques please see section C below. Payments for the following programs can also be dropped off at this location: Provincial Taxation, Manitoba housing, Provincial Fines and MEP.
Manitoba Health New and replacement Manitoba Health Cards and Temporary Out-of-Province Certificates can be picked up on the main floor of 300 Carlton Street.
C. Employment and Income Assistance Recipients in Winnipeg All Employment and Income Assistance cheques can be picked up at your local community area office.
ACCESS River East
Downtown West
2nd floor, 975 Henderson Highway
ACCESS St. Boniface (Bilingual)
ACCESS Transcona 845 Regent Avenue West
ACCESS Downtown East (R3A / R3B)
755 Portage Avenue
River Heights/ Fort Garry
ACCESS NorWest
The hours for cheque pick-up for all locations are:
Unit 6 – 677 Stafford Street
785 Keewatin Street
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
3rd floor, 170 Goulet Street
Point Douglas/ Centralized Services
Seven Oaks
128 Market Avenue
Unit 3 – 1050 Leila Avenue
Downtown Main
ACCESS Winnipeg West 2nd floor, 280 Booth Drive
Please contact your EIA worker if you have any questions or concerns about mail arrangements.
896 Main Street
2 – 640 Main Street
D. Employment and Income Assistance Recipients outside Winnipeg Pick up your cheque at the following regional office locations.
Morden Regional Office
Beausejour Regional Office
Flin Flon Area Office
Selkirk District Office
290 North Railway Street
20 – First Street S.
102 – 143 Main Street
101 – 446 Main Street
Steinbach Area Office
Thompson Area Office
106-25 Tupper Street N.
242 – 323 Main Street
107– 59 Elizabeth Drive
Swan River Area Office
Brandon Regional Office
Dauphin Regional Office 309 – 27 2nd Avenue S.W.
The Pas Regional Office 3rd St. and Ross Avenue
Portage La Prairie Area Office
201 – 4th Avenue S.
The hours for cheque pick-up are: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. If you have a problem with picking up your cheque, please contact your EIA worker.
2nd Floor, 340 – 9th Street
Employment Manitoba
Public Trustee
For more information visit:
For information about your Employment Manitoba cheque and where you can pick it up please call 204-945-0575 in Winnipeg, or toll-free in Manitoba 1-866-332-5077.
If you regularly receive cheques by mail from The Public Guardian and Trustee, please phone your Adult Services Administrator directly to make alternate arrangements.
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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA)
Maintenance Enforcement Program (MEP)
For information about your DFA cheque and where you can pick it up please call 204-945-3030 in Winnipeg, or toll-free in Manitoba 1-888-267-8298.
Workers Compensation Board (WCB) For information about your WCB cheque and where you can pick it up please call 204-954-4321 in Winnipeg, or toll-free in Manitoba 1-855-954-4321.
For information on how and where to obtain your family support payment, please call 204-945-1761 or email the program at ManitobaMEPInquiries@gov.mb.ca
Provincial Taxation Tax return due dates remain unchanged. Visit www.gov.mb.ca/finance/taxation for more info.
or call 1-866-MANITOBA (1-866-626-4862) TTY: 204-945-4796
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Norwest Manufacturing CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 201 • SERVICES
Tire Sales & Service Passenger - Light Truck - ATV Trailer - RV - Golf Carts - Forestry - Retreads - Section Repairs - Tubes Wheel Balancing - Repairs
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202 • LEGAL ARE YOU STILL PAYING child support for a child over 18? maybe it’s time to stop. Call the office of Mayer, Dearman & Pellizzaro discuss your options. 204677-2393. Visit us at mdplaw.ca. Serving all of northern Manitoba including Flin Flon and The Pas. 24nb-3-nb
301 • HELP WANTED BOARDMAN/NORTHLAND Funeral Home is looking for a full time funeral director’s Assistant/Apprentice. Individual must be a self-motivated team player who possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to assist in creating meaningful services. Ability to multitask, detail orientated, organized and strong time management skills are considered an asset. Computer proficiency is required. Individual must hold a valid Driver’s Licence and be available to work evenings and weekends on an on-call rotation. Please submit resume and cover letter ATTN: Chris Boardman, to 28 Nelson Road in Thompson, or by email at boardmanfuneralhome@outlook. com 23nb-tfn-nb
302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES LICENSED FAMILY RESTAURANT and lounge, established in 1985 restaurant seats 92, lounge seats 40. Presently has 22 VLTs. Call 204307-0119. 22nb-gcd-27-d
505 • HOUSES FOR SALE 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for sale in Westwood area. Call 204-679-2020. All appliances included, 1 1/2 detached garage. Nice, clean and well maintained, close to school.. 25nb-2-nb
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 306-477-5668. 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
512 • CABINS FOR SALE HUNTING CAMP for sale 6 ½ acres alongside Woody River, located 6 miles east of Birch River Manitoba. Moose, Elk, Deer, Black Bear at your back door. Good fishing nearby and hundreds of miles of groomed skidoo trails. 20x20 hunting shack, with new shingles, siding, windows included. Asking $10,000 OBO. Contact 204236-4837. 23nb-GCD-28-d
Job Posting for Office Manager Norwest Manufacturing is looking for an experienced, careerminded office manager. We require a positive, team-oriented manager to set and meet goals and to ensure that every member of the team is delivering in accordance with our standards and goals. The Office Manager is responsible for the performance of a variety of duties in support of the administrative and accounting services required for the branch office. Specific duties include production accounting, payroll; employee documentation and maintenance; managing the sales and accounting cycle; customer liaisons as well as supporting the Plant manager, supervisors and the Corporate Office. This position requires extremely good judgement and decision-making. A high-degree of discretion, flexibility and excellent customer service skills are required for this role in a small, yet dynamic wood-manufacturing office environment. Interested individuals should be positive and self-directed, possess at least four years of experience working in an office environment with at least 1.5 years of experience processing payroll. Other requirements are good Microsoft office skills and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Applicants may forward their resume outlining their qualifications and experience to nwmjobs@norwestmfg.com or FAX 1 (204) 694-7232
at 10:30 am Sundays. Phone 204-677-4495 LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm. LIGHT OF THE NORTH CHURCH 32 Nelson Road GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 159 Cree Rd 204-677-3000 Sunday School 10:00 am AM Service at 11, PM Service at 7 Prayer Meeting - Wednesday 7 pm THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS everyone welcome sundays at 10 AM 83 Copper Rd For more information, church tours or home visits call the Missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr. - 204-677-3658 Worship services every Sunday at 11 am APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 Goldeye Crescent Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 3:00 pm Sunday School 7:00 pm Evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time. Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003
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11 BAFFIN Frid., July 1, 2-7 pm, Sat., July 2, 9 am - 1 pm Craft supplies, dishes, small appliances, clothes, tools, electronics.
Seeking a qualified Chief Financial Officer to be located at the Little Saskatchewan First Nation in Manitoba. The successful candidate will enter a training program at BDO Canada LLP, Aboriginal Financial Services prior to being placed at the Little Saskatchewan First Nation. The successful candidate will have the following qualifications: • Completion of a minimum of two years post secondary diploma in accounting; • Experience in preparing budgets, financial statements, accounts payable; accounts receivable and financial reconciliations; • Experience in working with ACC Pac and/or equivalent accounting software programs; • Experience in supervision and/or leading a finance team; • Experience in working with Word; Excel; and other computer programs; • Experience in working with First Nations; • Ability to work in a training/team environment with a team of professionals; • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines; • Excellent inter-personal skills; • Excellent writing skills. Salary will be commensurate on experience and abilities. Please submit resumes with a covering letter to either Julie Wallace or Francois Tetrault at the following before end of day, Friday, July 22, 2016:
Marymound is presently seeking: Youth Care Practitioner Permanent Full-time 80 hours bi-weekly Marymound North Receiving Home Competition # YCP16-68 (Shift Work) Youth Care Practitioners are part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for supervision and safety of youth through daily interaction and care. Participate in planning, assessing, and implementation of treatment strategies. Experience working with youth; ability to relate positively & therapeutically to youth; and must have excellent physical & 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 an asset. Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to:
ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Sundays also 7 pm 1st & 3rd Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Subhash Joseph and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy Youth Pastor Lawrence Stratton Children’s Pastor Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday Service at 11:00 am Sunday School 9:45 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr. S. Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON Congregations worship at 52 Caribou Rd.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LITTLE SASKATCHEWAN FIRST NATION C/O BDO CANADA LLP ABORIGINAL FINANCIAL SERVICES
Email: ftetrault@bdo.ca jwallace@bdo.ca Fax: (204) 926-7206 Mailing Address: BDO Canada LLP Aboriginal Financial Services 800 - 200 Graham Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4L5
For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound.com
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Competition No. YCP16-68 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By 4:00 pm, July 7, 2016 - anything submitted after the deadline will not be considered e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www.marymound.com Marymound is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare.
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DIABETES INTEGRATION PROJECT PROFESSIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY DIP NURSE (RN/LPN) – FULL TIME THOMPSON, MANITOBA – (ThompsonTeam) Under the auspices of the First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba, the Mobile Diabetes Health Care Service Delivery Team nurse (Thompson Team) will work collectively with the Diabetes Integration Project staff to implement diabetes care and treatment services in six (6) First Nation Communities in the Thompson Region. Job Summary: The Diabetes Health Care Team Nurse will provide mobile diabetes care and treatment services to diabetes clients within First Nation communities including the following: • Diabetes Complication and Risk Factor Assessment • Medication Review/Foot Inspection/Footwear Inspection • Assess Emotional Wellness, Nutrition and Physical Activity Screening • Diabetes Education Counselling Services • Capacity Building – Community Health Staff and Clients • Referral Services/Data Entry Work Environment The work involves extensive travel to the First Nation communities in the Keewatin Tribal Council/North Region. The incumbent must be flexible and be able to travel upon request. Qualifications/Education/Experience: • Completion of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse with relevant experience from a recognized educational institution and current registration from their respective College regulatory body. • Knowledge of 2013 Canadian Diabetes Association Clinical Practice Guidelines • Familiarity with and ability to apply care algorithms • Proficiency in computer software programs • Must be professional and must maintain confidentiality at all times • Must possess excellent verbal/written communication skills • Must have valid Manitoba Drivers License • Knowledge of First Nation customs, values and traditions Salary: based on credentials/experience Please submit a resume with three references and a cover letter to the attention of: Attention: Thompson Team Nurse First Nations Health and Social Secretariat of Manitoba Suite 1700 – Kensington Building – 275 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3 Fax: (204) 946-9769 Email: jhuson@fnhssm.com Application Deadline: July 12, 2016 4:30 PM We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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Snow Lake MMF holds seventh-annual Father’s Day fishing derby
Marc Jackson
My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com As they have for close to a decade, the local Manitoba MĂŠtis Federation held their annual Father’s Day ďŹ sh derby on June 19. As the number of boats on the lake and at docks attested, it was the event to take in and a great way for kids to spend quality time with dear old dad on his day. This year’s event was exceptionally successful, with both attendance and ďŹ sh landed increasing over several past years. The seventhannual tournament saw 174 people take part and in the process catch 166 ďŹ sh. The tournament is hidden length in nature, so its winners are based on the luck of the draw. How the derby works is entrants
catch their ďŹ sh, photograph it with an entry given out at registration. Once any ďŹ sh is caught and released, they return the form and the time of entry is noted. When the lengths are drawn, the person who has caught the ďŹ sh closest to that length wins, and in the event of a tie, the ďŹ sh caught at the earlier time wins. Prior to announcing the derby winners, the Snow Lake Beach Enhancement Committee (SLBEC) held their fundraising draw and those winners were: Shelby Compton, who won the Snow Blower from Erven; Ryan Zollen of Flin Flon who received the LarsWorks designed sign; and Wanda Huff who won a Camo Bag package by Steph Ross. Following the SLBEC draws, members of the local MMF announced that the winner of the derby’s 50/50 Draw was Ernie Guiboche, who took home a cool $250. Subsequent to the 50/50 draw taking place, the initial hidden length of 38.5 cm was drawn for the ďŹ rst prize in the event. There weren’t any entries that size; however, 10 people caught ďŹ sh measuring 38 cm. The earliest time any of these was caught was at
12:41 p.m. Julianne Perret (Amanda’s daughter and Ernie Guiboche’s granddaughter) was the angler and she took home $1,200 for her prowess with rod and reel. Next, the second place hidden length was drawn. It was 55 cm, but with no one entering a ďŹ sh that size, organizers went to their sheets and the closest number, without going over, was 53.5 cm. Calyn Lobert was the earlier of the two ďŹ sh this size that were caught (12:34 p.m.) and she was awarded $500 for her catch. The third place hidden length saw the measurement of 52.5 cm drawn and the closest entered size to this, without going over, was 52 cm. There were four ďŹ sh of this length caught and Greg Foord landed his the earliest at 12:41 p.m. For likely the smallest ďŹ sh Foord caught all year, he was presented a cheque for $200. The fourth place hidden length was 29.5 cm. Again, there were no entries this size and closest size caught to this, without going over, was 29 cm. There were seven of this length caught; however, there ended up being a tie on time and rather than
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Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson From left to right, Snow Lake MMF’s Dawn Roberts, ďŹ rst place $1,200 winner Julianne Perret, fourth place $100 winner Gator Eastman, third place $200 winner Greg Foord and, in front, second place $500 winner Calyn Lobert. settling things with an arm wrestle, sword ďŹ ght or a dance-off, both Gator Eastman and Carson Yoder were presented cheques for $100 each.
Out of the 174 entries, eight people did not catch a ďŹ sh; their names were all placed together, one was drawn, and a consolation prize of $50 was awarded
to Jason Yoder. Once again, it was great to see some young folks take prizes in this event ‌ and always nice to see them out and involved.
Estimator – Rural As an Estimator at the Thompson Service Centre or its sub-ofďŹ ces, you will be responsible for estimating all types of vehicles on road assignments under the general direction of the Service Centre Manager and/or Estimating Supervisor. Responsibilities: • Inspect all vehicles on the road at ofďŹ ce/centre and conďŹ rm damage in accordance with Manitoba Public Insurance guidelines and industry standards. • Prepare estimates using an automated estimating system. • Determine whether vehicles can be repaired or should be written off. • Review supplements as requested by repair ďŹ rms and authorize additional repairs if required. • Provide information and settle disputes involving claimants, shops and claims staff. • Perform some adjusting duties as required. • Organize and attend to road duties to ensure a high level of service is provided to customers and repair shops. • Perform daily administrative duties such as logging information, account payments and completing documentation for the claim ďŹ le. • Road duties vary depending on location and territory. Education: • High school graduation • Journeyman status in autobody repair • Completion of current I-Car programs Experience: • Five years bench experience in autobody repair. Special skills: • Good oral and written communication skills. • ProďŹ cient in applicable software. • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. • Strong organizational, decision making and conict resolution skills. • Valid Driver’s licence to attend appointments in our Sub-OfďŹ ces. • Overnight travel required. Interested? For a full description and to apply visit http://www.mpi.mb.ca/en/Careers/ Pages/careers.aspx before July 20, 2016. Here at Manitoba Public Insurance we believe diversity strengthens us. As a workplace that reects our communities, we encourage all those qualiďŹ ed to apply. Thank you to all applicants. We will contact those we’re considering for an interview.
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