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UCN graduates recognized at traditional pow-wow BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Past and present graduates of the University College of the North (UCN) were honoured in Thompson June 10 at the third-annual Leslie W. Turner Memorial Traditional Pow-Wow held in the C.A. Nesbitt Arena. The afternoon began with a grand entry of dignitaries and included drumming, dancing and recognition of this year’s graduates who were in attendance for their academic accomplishments. “Today we have so many opportunities for attending different post-secondary institutions and we thank you for choosing UCN,” said the university college’s outgoing president and vicechancellor Konrad Jonasson, whose five-year term is ending this month. “We thank you for continuing with your studies with us and we certainly acknowledge and honour your accomplishments and the fact
that you’re here today.” Members of the 2017 graduating class in attendance received blue stoles as keepsakes of their time at UCN. “The stoles have four logos on them,” said Sharon McKay, UCN’s executive director of aboriginal knowledge and culture. “The UCN logo represents the institution. We have an eagle feather that’s there to represent First Nations. We have an inuksuk to represent the Inuit and we have the Métis flag emblem. It’s to acknowledge the indigenous people of our institution and our area and also to be able to give these stoles to our graduates no matter who they are. It’s a small way of acknowledging them and something that they’ll be able to keep and take home.” D’Arcy Linklater welcomed pow-wow attendees on behalf of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, in
whose traditional territory Thompson lies, saying it heartened him to see indigenous people’s resiliency and the resurgence of traditional ways. “I’m so happy to see those young people bounce back because we’ve been through a lot as First Nations people,” he said. “We’ve been through oppression, assimilation, genocide but we’re so resilient. That’s why I’m so happy to see all of you, dancers especially, drummers, elders who continue to provide guidance and direction for everyone. We’ve been inhabiting our land for more than 10,000 years and there’s archeological evidence of that. That’s what we should celebrate instead of 150 years of oppression and assimilation and genocide. Let us celebrate our resiliency.” Also giving greetings were Thompson Mayor Dennis Fenske, who said the culture on display was part
of what made Thompson special and that he hoped that UCN would occupy a central role in Thompson’s identity for years to come. “I hope we’re known as a university college community based on the structure and programming at the University College of the North,” he said. “Let’s make sure that the traditions and the culture continue and I’m looking to the youth to do that.” Keewatin Tribal Council executive director George Neepin said UCN and Thompson are both gathering places for Northern Manitobans. “Thompson here is like a big downtown for all of Northern Manitoba,” Neepin said. “At some point you’re going to see someone from Brochet or Lac Brochet or Oxford House here in downtown Thompson so we’re like one big huge community. I want to wish each and every one of you success.”
Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham Dancing, drumming and recognition of graduates were all on the agenda at the University College of the North’s third-annual Leslie W. Turner Memorial Traditional PowWow at Thompson’s C.A. Nesbitt Arena June 10.
Hudson Bay Railway damage needs to be assessed faster than OmniTrax can do it, says Churchill mayor BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The mayor of Churchill says his community needs an assessment of flood damage to the Hudson Bay Railway completed faster than owner OmniTrax can manage it and that, once rail service is restored, there needs to be a longterm solution to the problems that have plagued the Northern Manitoba port’s only land link to the rest of the province. Mayor Michael Spence says he has asked the federal and provincial governments for their assistance in completing a damage assessment as the first step towards a return to normalcy for Churchill. “OmniTrax has indicated that they don’t have the wherewithal to deal with the state of the rail line,” he said in a media conference call June 14. “We can’t wait four or five weeks like OmniTrax has indicated. That
is not in the cards. We can’t wait that long. That is not acceptable. We’ve asked both the federal and provincial governments to get involved in the assessment of the rail system so this is way beyond OmniTrax.” OmniTrax, which owns the Hudson Bay Railway, announced June 9 that flooding had washed out sections of track and damaged bridges between Gillam and Churchill and that it was suspending rail service along that section of the line indefinitely, with no expectation that service would be restored before winter. Spence said around 400 people – nearly half the town’s population – showed up to a community meeting on June 12. “The community naturally is devastated by this,” he said. “They wanted to make sure that we’re reaching out to the federal government,
the provincial government. They want reassurances that the subsidies are there for food, for supplies.” He said the town has reached out to Calm Air about providing additional air cargo flights at a reduced cost as well as two passenger flights per week from Thompson to Churchill. “A lot of these people naturally they don’t have a lot of funds to take the flight from Churchill to Thompson and a lot of them are users of the rail system, Via Rail passenger service,” he said of Churchillians. Despite the hardships and increased costs posed by the loss of rail service, Spence says life is carrying on. “Nothing has closed,” he said. “Churchill is open for business and it’s important that we state that.” Flin Flon NDP MLA Tom Lindsey said in a June 14 press release that he had
written to both the premier and the prime minster to immediately address the situation facing Churchill. “They can’t wait a year for the rail line to be repaired,” Lindsey said. “It is vital that the province and Ottawa act quickly to help residents and preserve this jewel of the north.” In his letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Lindsey asked the federal government to use the armed forces to help bring food and other essential goods to Churchill and to take ownership of the rail line. “It is clear that the rail line must be nationalized, either totally by the federal government or in partnership with the Manitoba provincial government.” Also weighing in on the suspension of rail service and its effects on those who depend upon it was Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Grand Chief
Sheila North Wilson. “In the town of Churchill alone, up to 200 York Factory First Nation members and members of other First Nations are now facing increased costs of food, supplies and other necessities because of the flooding,” North Wilson said in a June 13 press release. “The communities of War Lake, Tataskweyak Cree Nation and York Factory First Nation are also facing serious issues due to flooding. MKO calls on the province and the federal government to act together, to address the increased cost of necessities and lost employment due to the rail shutdown. The residents are not only being hit by the loss of economic activity and work from tourism but also the higher than normal freight costs for food and supplies that now have to be supplied by air to Churchill and other remote communities.
MKO stands with affected First Nations people in the town of Churchill who have voiced the need for immediate and collaborative plans to repair the rail lines as soon as possible to Churchill and to address the outcomes from the flooded rail lines that has been detrimental to the region. This includes addressing the skyrocketing cost of foods and goods that are hitting the community at the same time they are experiencing loss of revenue and work from the rail closure.” “We have met with our band members in Churchill and they are faced with extreme challenges like other residents of Churchill. We are calling on the province and federal government to deploy their resources in partnership with communities to resolve this emergency situation,” said Chief Ted Bland of York Factory First Nation.
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The 18-ton bucket of the Copco (ST-18) bites into the muck pile, retreats and maneuvers its way down the drift - a common occurrence in any underground environment. However, in this setting, there is no operator on the machine ... or even within the vicinity. He sits 800 metres above, in a small room in the Lalor Mine’s office complex. Technology has come into play in the Lalor Mine and with the incorporation of tele-remote, autonomous mining the future meshes with the past to bring improved and increased ore recovery to the present. Tele-remote rockbreaking isn’t really new technology to the Lalor Mine ... it has been around for years and many new mines open with it. However, Lalor’s setup differs somewhat from Hudbay’s 777 Mine, where
Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson Tele-remote scooptram operator Ron Ouellette. the hoist operator breaks rock during downtime on the hoist. Lalor is a busy mine and as a result the rockbreaker is a designated position within a room in the office complex that houses two rockbreaker stations and one for a tele-
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like work platform with several monitors tuned to the underground work area. Kowalchuk, who is close to seven months pregnant, seems comfortable as she skillfully operates the controls that break rock hundreds of metres below. Rob Carter is Lalor’s mine manager and he easily explains a move to integrate the latest technological advances in mining to the Lalor operation. He says that the aforementioned scoop tram continually scans the walls, building route information into memory, operating the bucket, driving the equipment and dumping into an ore pass or transfer raise. As we watch, the machine once again enters the stope’s “draw point” fills its bucket; then operator Ron (Turbo) Ouellette switches the controller into “auto” and it follows a profile (route) to the dump. He handled seven such trips in the short period we stood and watched him. Carter explains that much of the current underground machinery has been equipped to operate with real-time data that is system-linked. It logs when the machine turns on, throttle levels, idle and under load time, as well as greasing intervals, brake tests, and over speed runs. The Copco ST-18 is currently operating in a longitudinal retreat stope with a 15-metre haul to the dump. Carter says camera placement and lighting are paramount considerations when setting up the stope the machine will operate in. As well, they try to put all of their transfer raises within 100 metres of the stope they are drawing from as it benefits production with a quick load, haul, and dump ... this is a good thing on this day, as truckers underground are calling for ore and hauling waste for backfill until the transfer raise is full. The transfer raise on this level only drops the ore down 15 metres, but saves 4,000 metres of haulage. Ouellette is not new to the concept of tele-remote, having run somewhat the same system at Diavik and Ekati diamond mines. He notes that he and other operators work 12-hour shifts: 6:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. with a hot change in between. They don’t have to wait for blasts to clear and the possibility Continued on Page 8
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Thompson Citizen photo courtesy of Drink Me Pretty All-female band Drink Me Pretty, three of whose members are from Norway House, will be one of the acts in the Friday night stage show at Nickel Days June 23.
All-female band from Northern Manitoba part of Friday night entertainment at Nickel Days 2017 BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
The Friday night stage show at Nickel Days on June 23 will feature a performance by Norway House’s Drink Me Pretty, a four-member female band that’s been rocking out for the past 10 years. Made up of guitarist Sharness Henry, drummer Charnelle Menow, bassist Judy Ducharme and vocalist Kerri McGillivary – who’s from Opaskwayak Cree Nation – Drink Me Pretty formed 10 years ago when they played a two-song set covering “Last Kiss” by Pearl Jam and “Slow Down” by LiveonRelease. “That’s all we knew at the time, like two full songs” says Henry, who also serves as the band’s manager. “The band before us was Highway 373 at the time and then they were really impressed. They were like, ‘It sounds like you girls are playing for a long time,’ and that’s what really got us going. We just kept trying and trying. Eventually we started getting noticed.” Henry and Menow were the two original members of the band. “Charnelle was the one to think about it and at the time I just started playing
guitar,” Henry recalls. “She was playing guitar, too. Her dad is Hector Menow. He’s a musician. That’s who inspired her and she was all, ‘We should start an all-girl band, something that hasn’t been done before,’ and so she got a hold of me and I was like, ‘Yeah, sure, let’s do this.’ I was kind of excited about it because we haven’t seen that around.” Initially, it didn’t seem like the idea would amount to much. “We had several girls come and play with us but for like maybe a year it was troubling, I guess, because we couldn’t get girls to stick to it,” says Henry. “So we kind of just fooled around and jammed and stuff and then finally we got together, we found a singer and pulled through.” Looking back, it’s satisfying to see how far the band has come. “When we first started, a lot of people laughed,” says Henry. “People didn’t really believe. ‘Oh, they’re just, you know, girls.’” But the band has a long list of performances under their belt now, including in Northern Manitoba and beyond. “We’re pretty popular,” says Henry. “We’re
pretty big in Ontario and here in Manitoba. We’re slowly making our way to Saskatchewan and Alberta. We’re actually doing bookings right now for the summer and I just did I a booking in Ontario.” Friends encouraged Henry to seek a spot as one of the entertainers at Nickel Days, which takes place in Thompson June 22-25. “People kept tagging me in this call for action they were doing, calling all musicians so I was like, ‘Yeah, OK, I’ll give it a shot,’ and right away they responded and they were interested. I just gave them our Facebook page and our YouTube and they looked it up and then they said they were really happy to see something different. We’re pretty excited actually because we’ve always wanted to play family-oriented shows.” The band plays a wide variety of covers, mostly rock, but some songs from other genres, too, though they make them their own. “We play like pop songs but we make it sound more rock,” Henry says. “The same with CCR [Creedence Clearwater Revival]. We put a bit of distortion in our songs.”
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Loss of rail service to Churchill a complicated and difficult issue
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University College of the North held its convocation ceremony in Thompson this week, and I want to congratulate all of the graduates and thank retiring UCN president Konrad Jonasson for his years of dedicated service. I wish everyone all the best in their future careers and challenges. The graduates should all be very proud of their accomplishments. Their families, friends, instructors and administrators are proud of them, and their province is proud as well. Severe flood-related damage to the Hudson Bay Railway is a challenge our government is dealing with. I have met with provincial Infrastructure Minister Blaine Pedersen and Churchill Mayor Mike Spence at the legislature to discuss it. As Premier Brian Pallister has said, we’re looking at alternatives with Churchill officials and others to address the town’s immediate and longer-term needs. However, other partners involved in this issue are First Nations, railway line owner OmniTrax and the federal government, the latter of which has a responsibility
MLA Report kelly.bindle.mla.office@gmail.com Kelly Bindle to provide financial support at this time. This is a difficult and complicated issue. We’re focusing immediately on the health and safety of northern residents, and are talking to Mayor Spence about shipments of food and other essentials for everyone affected. The new $7.7-million, 9,000-square- foot Hope North Recovery Centre for Youth has opened in Thompson. Youth in northern Manitoba dealing with mental health issues or addictions can now get access to the care and services they need. This facility will make a significant difference in assisting youth and their families here in Thompson and across our region. Although Vale recently announced, due to low world nickel prices, the closure of its Birchtree Mine
in October 2017, I’m not worried about the future of mining in our province. With the proper policies, agreements and incentives in place, and with plenty of mineral potential in the ground throughout Manitoba, this province is becoming more competitive and more attractive for investment in mineral exploration, tourism and agribusiness. I will continue to support and promote the northern region, and continue to focus on results for northern Manitobans. Finally, I had the pleasure of welcoming Grade 6 students and teachers from Split Lake’s Sam Cook Mahmuwee Education Centre to the legislature this week, and enjoyed visiting with them and answering their questions. I hope they enjoyed the rest of their field trip to Winnipeg.
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Churchill deserves better These are tough times in Churchill. A combination of natural and human-created disasters have had a devastating impact on Churchill. To make matters worse, the federal and provincial governments are standing on the sidelines. Churchill deserves better. It starts with immediate recognition that Churchill is facing a disaster because of the closure of the rail line. This means the federal and provincial governments have to be there to help the people of Churchill. They have to be prepared to do whatever
it takes to help the people, the businesses, the town, the community. It means saying enough is enough with OmniTrax. Last year, they shut down the Port of Churchill. They have no credibility when it comes to the rail line. It is time to take back the rail line from the American billionaire who took it over when it was privatized by the Liberals in 1997. Let’s renationalize it and work with Indigenous and Northern communities to get it working again. These are tough times for Churchill but we can bring hope to the community by
supporting them, by working with them. It means recognizing how important Churchill is to Manitoba and Canada. It means investing in its future. If there is one thing that defines us as Canadians it is the way we are there to help our fellow Canadians in their time of need. The people and community of Churchill need us now. We must not let them down.
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Employment Opportunity - Public Works Maintenance Man/Mechanic Reporting to the Public Works Foreman, the key areas of responsibility will include maintaining the Public Works and Recreation Department equipment and other duties as assigned. This position is a unionized position with The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 2034 at the hourly wage of $31.40.
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE Saturday, June 17, 9 am - 12 pm 291 Riverside Dr., Various items: Household, exercise, beauty, crafting, plus size clothing.
Church Services ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Shantha Gandamalla and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy Youth Pastor Colton Murphy Children’s Pastor Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye 677-3435 thompsonchurch.ca Sunday school 9:45 am, coffee time at 10:40 am Church Service at 11:00 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 Pastor: Arnold (Arnie) Pedersen 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. 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 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 BURNTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH 39 Beaver Crescent Thompson MB R8N 1C5 204-778-4494 Pastor Lee Pickett Sunday morning service 11:15 a.m Sunday evening service 7:00 p.m Wednesday prayer meeting 7:00 p.m
The ideal candidate will have extensive mechanical knowledge and experience and will be highly organized, innovative, and able to handle changing priorities. Duties and Responsibilities: • • • • • • • •
Prioritize and manage all work assignments to ensure efficiency and cost effectiveness Develop short, medium and long-term plans for the maintenance of municipal equipment Knowledge and understanding of equipment typical to a municipal public works operation Knowledge of techniques required in the construction and maintenance of roads, streets, drainage, and ditches. Maintain detailed records on maintenance activities, equipment, and inventories Preparation of various forms and applications as required Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health Act Other duties as assigned
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A minimum 5 years of relevant experience Basic ability with Email, MS Word and MS Excel Possession of a valid Class 5 Manitoba Drivers License. Class 1 Certification in Water Treatment and Distribution would be an asset Suitable combination of education and experience will be considered Hold or willing to obtain equipment safety qualifications
Please submit a cover letter and resume including three references to the following: Town of Snow Lake Box 40, Snow Lake, MB R0B 1M0 snowlake@mymts.net and/or pwgarage@mymts.net Resumes will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DIABETES INTEGRATION PROJECT NURSE (RN/LPN) – 2 FULL TIME THOMPSON, MANITOBA Are you a nurse who would enjoy providing excellent care to Manitoba’s First Nations people? Do you have a desire to support individuals living with Type 2 Diabetes? Then this is the opportunity for you. 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, screening and treatment services in First Nation Communities in the Thompson Region. POSITION SUMMARY: • The Diabetes Health Care Team Nurse will provide mobile diabetes care and treatment services to individuals living with Type 2 Diabetes 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. 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 for overnight travel up to 4 days per week. Travelling alone may be required at times as well as occasional travel to the Southern Region. EDUCATION AND 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; • Excellent verbal/written communication skills; • Must have a valid Manitoba Driver’s License; • Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs of equipment; • Knowledge of First Nation customs, values and traditions. CLOSING DATE: June 21, 2017 AT 4:30 P.M. (CST) Please submit a cover letter and resume identifying your qualifications, salary expectations to the attention of: Deborah Simmons, Human Resources Generalist/Governance Strategist Email: dsimmons@fnhssm.com We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter if they are from any of the following groups: women, aboriginal people, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities
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Marymound is presently seeking: Youth Care Practitioner – Marymound North Receiving Home – Permanent, Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly and Overnights Competition # PC17-66 This position is responsible for supervision and safety of residents in the unit, accomplished through daily interaction, care and supervision. This position reports directly to the Program Coordinator. Experience working with high risk youth and experience in a supervisory position preferred with excellent physical and emotional health. Education and experience considered. Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Child Abuse Registry/Prior Contact checks are requirements of all positions as well as emergency first aid, valid driver’s license, and abstract. Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and beliefs will be considered an asset. For more information about Marymound, visit www.marymound.com Submit cover letter and résumé quoting Competition # to: Competition No. PC17-66 Human Resources 442 Scotia Street Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4 By 4:00pm June 22, 2017 e-mail: careers@marymound.com or online at www.marymound.com We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment opportunities are advertised on our website at www.marymound.com
School District of Mystery Lake R. D. Parker Collegiate Start Date: September 5, 2017 The School District of Mystery Lake is Northern Manitoba’s largest provider of Secondary Vocational Education and R.D. Parker High School has a stellar reputation for providing very strong Automotive and Heavy Duty apprentices. The Position: R. D. Parker requires one Instructor to teach Automotive and Heavy Duty Mechanics, in the Technical Vocational provincially accredited program located in Thompson Manitoba. The teaching assignment is grade 9 Intro to automotive technology (small engines), Grade 10 Intro to Heavy Duty equipment, Grade 10 Automotive systems and service, and one grade 11 Heavy Duty class (Welding processes and fuels). In addition to teaching duties, the instructor will be responsible for classroom management, student supervision and advising, maintenance of student records and grades, maintenance of applicable inventory, daily lesson development and other administrative tasks involving industrial placements. Responsibilities may include some extracurricular events such as the Northern Skills Challenge, and Skills Manitoba. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a Certificate of Qualification to teach in the designated trade with the Interprovincial Red Seal. Candidates with the Heavy duty equipment technician or Automotive service technician red seal will be considered. The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Manitoba teaching certification, which usually involves registering in college courses while performing the duties of this position. Candidates must be knowledgeable in all aspects of industry, as well as be physically capable of demonstrating the duties of the trade. Experience with latest service equipment and diagnostic technology would be an asset. Good communication skills (both oral and written), managing for results, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, thinking, leadership and computer skills are required. Crucial to this position is a commitment to culturally proficient education and a knowledge and sensitivity to the traditions of students with diverse abilities and backgrounds. Previous instructional experience would be an asset. Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter, resume, references, and copies of red seal certification with their application. Wages: Wages include one of the most generous packages in the province, and rate of pay will be determined by our current collective agreement with the Thompson Teachers Association. Inquiries can be directed to Angele Bartlett, Superintendent of Human Resources & Policy at 204-677-6154. Please apply online at www.mysterynet.mb.ca and select Job Connect and/or email employment@mysterynet.mb.ca Deadline for Applications is June 22, 2017. We thank you for your application however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
We are looking for a full-time Satellite and Security Installation Technician. The position requires responsibility for the installing, testing, and related customer training on assigned satellite or security projects; including small to large jobs that vary in complexity involving CCTV Installation and Network and IT Infrastructure. Must have basic working knowledge with hand tools, be able to work independently, and have a valid driver’s license. Successful candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check and undergo a personal credit check. Preference will be given to candidates with background in electrical, IT networks, or general contracting. Prior skills are preferred, but willing to train a suitable candidate. Application deadline is June 30, 2017. Please apply with resume and cover letter to: Wireless Solutions, Thompson 10 – 50 Selkirk Avenue Thompson, MB R8N 0M7
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School District of Mystery Lake Family Outreach Coordinator Out of Scope Term Contract Position Start Date: August 15, 2017 End Date: June 30, 2018 Job Posting# AD053117001100 Major Emphasis of Position The Family Outreach Coordinator would serve a cluster of schools as assigned. The Coordinator would work with the Community Connector, school and divisional staff and community agencies to identify coordinate and establish a menu of resources, learning opportunities and workshops that help build capacity in ways that address family-school-community assets and needs. Facilitate programs and services that would be aligned with school and divisional goals, connect families to teaching and learning goals for students and help them assume greater involvement in their children’s’ healthy development and learning. Develop programs and services that would draw upon natural support systems and existing organizations and resources in our community. Duties and Responsibilities •
Facilitate home visits particularly for those families least connected to the school and whose children are struggling academically, socially and emotionally. Visits are not designed to be assessment of families rather they are relational in nature and specifically designed to be respectful of families’ assets and strengths and to build the home capacity of the family to support the overall well-being and academic and social success of every student.
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Identifying, establishing and coordinating the delivery of workshops, training, academies that support family well-being and capabilities for parental involvement. This can include sessions on child enrichment activities, physical and mental health development, nutrition, supporting school transition, adult learning, foster parent support groups and working with families with children in care.
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Assist school staff, new teachers and guidance counsellor better understands family dynamics and backgrounds to better support student learning as well as help/advocate for families at IEP meetings and making arrangements for speech/ physiotherapy referrals for children in the 0-4 age group.
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The coordinator will maintain a trusting and caring relationship with students, parents and families and support them with school and community based opportunities.
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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY
RESOURCE WORKER – PERMANENT POSITION THOMPSON OFFICE Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and providing for the delivery of Child and Family Services. Under a provincial mandate, the Agency services the Swampy Cree communities, as well as Flin Flon, Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg and Lynn Lake/Marcel Colomb First Nation. Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency is dedicated to providing comprehensive CFS Services that are community-based and incorporate both protection and prevention service. Our agency strives to maintain family unity. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor, the Resource Worker is responsible for developing, maintaining, supporting, educating and licensing foster care resources for children in the care of the Agency. Adheres to the Child and Family Services Act and regulations and ensures that provincial standards are met. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Resource Pool Development • Licensing • Support to Foster Care Providers • Training • Assist with placement QUALIFICATIONS • Work experience in Child and Family Services with demonstrated knowledge of child development, family centered service, early intervention, family support and community-based services • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or related undergraduate degree in Human Services (preferred) • Ability to converse fluently in Cree (preferred) • Excellent assessment, intervention and writing skills Knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act and provincial • standards • Ability to use a variety of computer applications including CFSIS and FACTS, CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT • Must pass a criminal records check, child abuse registry check and prior contact check. • Cannot be active on a protection case. • Must maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency requirements. • Varied amounts of travel required within this position. • Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s license. • Must be able to provide own vehicle for work. • Other duties related to the position may be assigned. Deadline: June 23, 2017 @ 4:00 pm SUBMIT COVER LETTER & RESUME ALONG WITH THREE (3) REFERENCES MARKED “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” TO: Human Resource Manager Cree Nation Child & Family Caring Agency Box 10130 Opaskwayak, MB. R0B 2J0 Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca We thank all who apply, and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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Qualifications: A Bachelor of Social Work Degree, Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent. Term/Salary of Position: This is a term contract position salary will be based upon qualifications and experience. The start date for position is August 15, 2017 with end date of June 30, 2018. For further information please contact Lorie Henderson, Superintendent of Educational Services at 204-677-6 130. Please direct applications stating qualifications, experience and at least 3 references by Friday, June 16, 2017 to: Lorie Henderson, Superintendent of Educational Services & Programming, School District of Mystery Lake, 408 Thompson Drive, North, Thompson, Manitoba R8N OC5 Please apply online at www.mysterynet.ca and select Job Centre and/or email employment@mysterynet.mb.ca We thank you for your application however only applicants shortlisted will be contacted.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: THOMPSON SERVICE DELIVERY OFFICE (TSDO) 55 SELKIRK AVENUE, THOMPSON, MB
Position: Foster Care Resource Worker One Full-Time Position (Term to March 30, 2018)
Under the direction of the Unit Supervisor the Foster Care Worker will perform a full range of foster care activities for Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba, Thompson Service Delivery Office; this includes recruitment, home assessments, orientation, training, foster home licensing, places of safety and support services to foster homes and foster parents. The Foster Care Worker provides temporary and long term placements for children as directed by the Child and Family Services Act and the Program Standards. The Foster Care Worker will also ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with the policies, procedures and specific directives of Awasis Agency.
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BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or Combination of education and experience in a related field with the completion of 2 years in the BSW program may be considered Must be professionally registered or already be in the process of acquiring registration Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values Ability to speak the Cree and/or Dene language would be considered an asset
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Must be able to work in a fast paced environment Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable Must be able to travel Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check Criminal Record Check , and Driver’s Abstract Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle
Starting Salary ranges: education and experience Closing Date:
Salary will commensurate with
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Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: women, indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. A cover letter indicating the position applying for, an updated resume and three references can be sent to: Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
more maintenance, so we are trying to use some of the obvious helpers. How that material is transferred into the back of a truck … we are looking at different loading options also. “
“The primary focus is a successful ramp-up in order to get to a continuous state,” he said. “I think we can do it and I think we can do it faster than people first envisioned.”
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES WORKER (CROSS LAKE OFFICE
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Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. is seeking one (1) full time permanent Child & Family Services Unit Supervisor for our Thompson OfÀce. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are conditions of employment. Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Director, CFS Supervisor manages a case load of children in care and/or Family Services Àles including protection and voluntary service cases under Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc. Team Leader is responsible for coordinating the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of programs and services. Offer assistance to children and families through basic counseling, advocacy and support as required. Works to empower families to adequately provide for the physical and emotional well-being of their family members. QualiÀcations: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree or a minimum of 3 years work experience related to Child Welfare; Excellent assessment skills, child behavior’s management • skills and sound knowledge of separation and attachment issues; • Excellent communication, grammar, and organizational, problem solving, computer and evaluation skills; Good working knowledge of Provincial Legislation and • Standards; Must have a working knowledge of the Child & Family • Services Act and Regulations; • Ability to take direction and provide appropriate service; • Willing to train; • Team orientated and self-motivated; • Knowledge and understanding of First Nation traditional values and beliefs pertaining to families and children; • Ability to speak and understand Cree considered an asset; • Knowledge of resources and collateral services available in the City of Thompson & Community of Cross Lake; • Must possess a valid driver’s license; Responsibilities: • Implementing the policies & speciÀc directions as approved by the Board and directed by the Executive Director; • Coordinate the planning, development, and implementation and evaluation of programs & services delivered by CFS Unit; • Manages all aspects of service delivery & case management for respective CFS team; • Coordinates all court work related to statutory requirements & serving as Agency’s court representative; • Functions as an effective management team member; • Carry out personnel functions for respective CFS staff & assist in Agency relations; • Identify & assist in implementations of training needs and initiatives; • Providing direct services and other duties as negotiated. • Ability to enter on an Information Data Base known as Child and Family Services Information System (CFSIS). Your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualiÀcations. Please submit three references at time of application. Salary: Based on qualiÀcations Deadline for Applications: Monday, June 19, 2017 @ 4:00 p.m. Apply to: Advertisement # NAA94 Attention: Hiring Committee Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc P.O. Box 388 Cross Lake, MB. R0B 0J0 Or for more information contact: Gloria McKay, HR Coordinator Fax: 204-676-3251 Email: gmckay@nikanaa.ca Phone: 204-676-3902 We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Announcer Operator (English Services) Location: Thompson, Manitoba What it’s like working at CBC/Radio-Canada At CBC/Radio-Canada, we’re all about creating content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms and from coast to coast to coast. Want to be part of all this, and think you have the ability and drive to keep pace with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Then we hope you’ll consider this posting, check out our job-listings, and explore the possibilities of working with us. Whether it be in front of the camera, on mic, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making the connections and telling the stories that are important to Canadians. This is your chance to join CBC in Thompson, Manitoba as our next radio host. Are you passionate about everything that makes Northern Manitoba what it is - its people and its communities, its culture and its sports, its politics and its business? Are you deeply connected to Indigenous and diverse communities and their stories? Are you confident and fluent with digital platforms and social media? If you’re nodding your head, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Please note that this is a one year, full time contract. Some of the traits that make you the right person for this role: • You are passionate about Manitoba’s North. • You have a deep understanding of Thompson and Northern Manitoban Communities as well as a strong knowledge of the Indigenous and/or visible minority communities. • Have a proven journalistic track record. • Have a warm and confident on-air presence. • A strong interviewer in a live format. • You’re a critical thinker. • You’re a creative storyteller. • Ability to generate original and innovative material. • Self-motivated and ability to work independently. • Work effectively under pressure and respond to deadlines. • Excellent communication skills. • Strong understanding of the news world, an ability to work a variety of shifts and overtime is critical. • Ideally, these traits are underpinned with a journalism degree (or equivalent) and/or five years of comparable/relevant experience. Please include in your application an online link to your demo. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Talent and Diversity section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca. If this sounds interesting, please apply online! We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. https://cbc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail. ftl?job=THO00011&lang=en https://cbc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail. ftl?job=THO00011&lang=fr
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