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Tyler Duncan hopes to become MKO grand chief BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Tyler Duncan has ofﬁcially stated he will be running for grand chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) in September. Duncan, who is 19 years old, has accomplished a lot so far in his short time on Earth, with three terms as the youth chief of Norway House Cree Nation, a term as youth grand chief for MKO youth council, and a campaign for the presidency of the NDP in Manitoba. All this will help the young man, he says. “I want to run for MKO grand chief because I believe in my leaders to make this necessary and needed change in our MKO organization. I am running because my idea of leadership is not stepping up to run when you want, but when the people call on you to rise into action. I have felt this call loud and clear from some strong leaders in our region, and this is why I’ve decided to move forward with

my campaign for the MKO leadership.” Duncan kicked off his campaign on June 12 and plans to release pamphlets on his platform in the near future. Although the platform hasn’t been announced, he says there is action that needs to happen if he becomes grand chief, especially in restoring the credibility and integrity of the organization. “As grand chief, I will do so with the direct advice from chiefs, councils, and people of the communities on where the organization should go moving forward. Putting in place measures for ﬁnancial accountability and transparency will be key. As well as restoring the strength of the organization by getting back to our purpose – advocacy. With strong advocacy and an accountable and open organization, we will restore its integrity, will restore its credibility by taking its advocacy to strength and heights it hasn’t seen before. We will

do this together, in the spirit of unity, collaboration, and goodwill, for the betterment of our people.” Duncan says he knows he has accomplished something when he feels that he has bettered the lives of his people. He credits his family, mentors, community and his god for making all this possible. The hopeful grand chief is visiting northern communities currently, and meeting with the leadership. “I’ve loved having the opportunity to listen, learn, and take forward the ideas, objectives, and vision from our chiefs and councillors for how our MKO should move forward. Things have been going very well, support has been strong, and our leadership are eager and hopeful to see change, renewal, and hope for MKO and what we can accomplish together, for our people.” MKO represents 30 Northern Manitoba First Nations. The election will take place in Norway House on Sept. 2.

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Tyler Duncan Tyler Duncan, 19, originally from Norway House Cree Nation, is in the running to become grand chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak. Duncan announced his candidacy on June 12.

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Concerns arise regarding Manitoba Hydro and South Indian Lake BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Leslie Dysart, the CEO of the Community Association of South Indian Lake (CASIL), has a problem with Manitoba Hydro and what he calls the lack of work being done in South Indian Lake area. “Hydro is currently taking a position where they don’t address the needs brought up by the people they impact, at least in the community of South Indian Lake, when it comes to the environmental and economical issues we’ve brought up with them.” Dysart says there’s dozen of concerns, but in the past two years it’s been about foreign debris in the lakes, and the 1992 agreement Manitoba Hydro signed

with the community not being followed. But Scott Powell, Manitoba Hydro’s public affairs manager, says Dysart is incorrect. “That simply isn’t true. 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. Does that mean we respond to every single email from this individual? Not necessarily, but every issue being raised is being dealt with.” Dysart brought his concerns forward following the May 29 Nickel Belt News article “Manitoba Hydro celebrates aboriginal awareness week.” What caught the attention was a

quote from Mark Sweeny, manager of the Crown corporation’s community relations department, which said: “One reason I really enjoy working for Manitoba Hydro is our ongoing commitment in strengthening relations with the very people that are affected by our actions.” Dysart says that’s hypocritical since Sweeny doesn’t reply to his personal emails. “Five days before the quote was made and I contacted [Mark Sweeny] directly and he still hasn’t acknowledged me.” Powell says Manitoba Hydro tries to reply to all emails in a timely fashion, but that isn’t always possible. He continued by saying he believes Manitoba Hydro has a great relation-

ship with the community and their leaders. “We work with the elected chief and council of the community to resolve any outstanding issues, and in fact community leadership coordinates many of the programs like debris cleanup and safe ice trails. We think that’s a great step forward for our relationship with South Indian Lake, so we’re actually really pleased, and we think we have a good relationship with the community.” Dysart feels that from 2003-2013 the relationship with Manitoba Hydro was open and transparent, that talks happened with ﬁshers and trappers as well as CASIL, but he says that stopped. “We have a very clear black-and-white con-

tract with them, which they have potentially breached, and they don’t even want to entertain the discussion.” Dysart feels that Manitoba Hydro has been ignoring the issues and their priority is selling electricity to the United States, and wishes the company would fulfill their obligations and agreements, which Powell says they are. The final concern Dysart has involves the fishery in the community and the water levels. “The fishery in the community is in a total collapse because of Manitoba Hydro and their operation. Our fishery used to be the second largest in North America, it’s in total collapse now. Our production has dropped by 95 per cent. We had 163 fisher-

man in 1996, and last year we only had 34.” Dysart says there are trail markers that haven’t been removed from Manitoba Hydro impacted waterways in the South Indian Lake resource area. Dysart worries if these markers are not cleaned up they will – and have already – become ﬂoating debris that damages nets and equipment and can cause damage to motors. Powell says Manitoba Hydro is working on these issues and will complete them in a timely fashion. The Nickel Belt News contacted Chief Chris Baker regarding the relationship between South Indian Lake and Manitoba Hydro but calls were not returned by press time.

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J.H. Kerr does the dance… 8-50 Selkirk Avenue, Thompson, Manitoba

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My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com A dance recital held on the afternoon of Friday, June 5 in J.H. Kerr’s Gordon Doak Gymnasium, started with a display of what schoolkids had learned over a twoweek period and turned into fun for all when the audience left their seats and gleefully joined in. The presentation began with Artist in the School Becky Sawdon, a powwow dance teacher and trainer from the Aboriginal School of Dance, explaining that the youngsters in her classes worked extremely hard during the two weeks of classes. “They will let you know that it’s not easy. It’s very physical, high cardio, it takes a lot of strength,” she said noting the progress in stamina that the students had gained over the program’s two-week run. “The footwork may seem simple, but the endurance to keep going is not.” Sawdon also explained that the classes taught the basics of powwow dancing

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Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson Both young and old took part in the round dance that concluded Becky Sawdon’s dance presentation. and that anyone just starting out in the ﬁeld would have been taught what local children had learned. She also went over the various types of dance within the genre, citing men’s traditional dance, women’s traditional dance, fancy shawl dance, jingle dress dance, grass dance, men’s fancy dance and hoop dance as staples. Sawdon grew up in Alberta, where she trained and danced in ballet for 16 years, before moving to Winnipeg and taking a fouryear professional contemporary dance program. She works as a professional contemporary dancer and gave the audience an overview of some of her struggles in becoming a dancer, her message being, “Put the energy out there … put out there who you want to be, and it will come back to you.” The performance itself began with Sawdon’s Grade

1-2 class, then her Grade 3-4’s, then a group of older youth. She noted that the dances end in a circle intentionally: “We are all in different stages of life. We all come from different places, but we’re all connected as people.” It was clear that many of these kids had picked up a lot of what she’d taught during her stay. Their footwork was in sync and although she had noted that it was basic dance, there was a certain intricacy to it. The great thing about it was the smiles that set on many of the faces … these kids were really enjoying themselves, and it was a pleasure to watch. Sawdon also taught four older girls, in Grade 9. They were unable to appear for the performance, but Sawdon had videoed them and showed their performance on a screen in the gym. They were lithe, light on their feet and moved effort-

lessly through their number; it was apparent that several held real promise in the ﬁeld. Once the children had wrapped up their dances, Sawdon invited people in the audience to step forward and take part in a round dance. Many did and they snaked throughout the gym with Sawdon in the lead, ﬁrst making many small circles inside one another, and then fanning out into one large wheel. From the laughter and calls erupting from the group, it seemed they may have enjoyed this even more than Sawdon’s students. In other news a ribboncutting and tour of Snow Lake’s new Lakefront Suite Complex (Golden Vista Building) will take place on June 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. A number of local folks and those from far away will be interested in seeing what this beauty has to offer.

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Remembering Elijah Harper Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? The SELF-EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (SE)

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On June 21 we celebrate National Aboriginal Day. In addition to National Aboriginal Day, this week also marks the 25th anniversary of the debate over the Meech Lake Accord. In June 1990, Elijah Harper, who was the only Aboriginal MLA in Manitoba, rose in the provincial legislature and blocked support of the accord, which ultimately collapsed. Elijah spoke for all Aboriginal people and for the many non-Aboriginal Canadians that saw the accord as leaving out the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples from the constitution. I was MLA and NDP House Leader during the debate. I spoke on the fateful point of order that Elijah brought in that killed the accord. I witnessed firsthand how with an eagle feather in his hand Elijah said “no” not only to the Meech Lake Accord but to hundreds of years of colonialism and

MLA Report ashton@mts.net Steve Ashton genocide. I witnessed how the courage of one person with the moral authority he represented changed Canadian history. Deputy Premier Eric Robinson said this week, “His actions marked a new era of indigenous leadership. It was soon after that historic moment when First Nation, Inuit, and Métis people took their rightful spot on the national stage of politics.” Twenty-five years later it is clear that there is much more to do too. The release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s report clearly identified the degree to which we as Canadians

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Harper. I am proud to have been part of history in 1990. It is important we recognize that Elijah Harper is probably the most important and well-known figure from Northern Manitoba in our history. It is equally important that we remember that just as Elijah made history, that we too have the opportunity today to make history. It is up to us build on his legacy.

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Qualifications and Duties: The successful incumbent will provide timely and accurate administrative and clerical support to the Director and staff of the Northern Region in Thompson. Duties include but are not limited to: Acting as the first point of contact by providing friendly and professional service to internal and external clients, drafting and editing various correspondence, processing mail, scheduling and coordinating staff travel and meetings, responding to public inquiries, archiving documents, maintaining paper and electronic filing systems, working with confidential information, and performing timekeeper functions. For the full list of required qualifications and conditions of employment, please visit our website at www.manitoba.ca/govjobs/

Apply to: Advertisement No. 30391 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resources Services 300-305 Broadway Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J7 Phone: 204-945-2608 Fax: 204-948-2193 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. 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, resumé and/or application if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability. Find out about other current job opportunities — click on the Jobs button at manitoba.ca.

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Whatever your role on the stage of life, give it your best If God is our Father who loves us very much, why does He allow bad things to happen to us? We are his family. Why doesn’t He protect us from all harm? I am presently reading the autobiography of Jane Poulson. When she was 13 years old, she was diagnosed with diabetes. Her life changed drastically. She was now restricted in many ways. Her brother and sister could eat brownies and date squares which she loved, but she couldn’t have them. After school she could not go with her friends for sodas and junk food. Her brother and sister had no such restrictions, nor did they have to test their blood and urine four times a day and give themselves injections. They were not diabetics. It was true that her grandmother was a Type 2 diabetic, but why had God allowed her to be stricken with the illness, especially at such an early age? Couldn’t he protect her from it if He really loved her? Jane was mad at God and ﬁlled with anger and resentment. Later in life, Jane entered medical school. She wanted passionately to become a doctor. Before graduation she became blind. Why? Yes, it was connected to her diabetes, but most diabetics never go blind. Why her? She learned to cope with

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her blindness and worked as a blind physician after many lessons about orientation and navigation as a blind person. Others helped with the visual assessments of her patients which she could not do. She asked one patient if she had noticed any difference in the colour of her ankles. The nurse assistant pointed out that her patient was black! Her autobiography, “The Doctor Will Not See You Now,” records her many challenges and the fact that she always wished that she could see. Jane relates different images she has of God and asks, “What is your image of God? ” Her image, that I best relate to, is that of a sailboat with God as a constant passenger. She says, “In a sailboat we are subject to storms, currents and adverse weather conditions, and must keep them in mind. We could be calmed or blown off course. With God as a constant companion however, we have the

resources we need to help us if our course or our plans change. I like the windpowered craft image. More challenging to me is ﬁnding a way to nourish my relationship to God in the sailboat of my life.” Jane had had a couple of heart bypass surgeries, breast surgery twice, chemotherapy, radiation and died at the age of 49 of cancer. Why did all these bad things happen to her? The people of the Old Testament also wrestled with this problem and wrote the book of Job - the wisdom literature that attempts to deal with this question. Jane’s story teaches us that we can’t give up our goals when we are challenged by roadblocks, as my classmate Joan said to me. As I write this, I am at Joan’s home in Nova Scotia. As a result of a fall, she ﬁrst had a full-length cast on her leg for six weeks. This was replaced by a fulllength hinged cast which

she will have for another two months. In addition, she has diabetes and, in the past, heart bypasses, a fractured hip, arthritis and limited use of her shoulders. She and others like her are both an inspiration and a role model for us. Her adult son supplies many of her needs both before he goes to work and after he returns. He, too, shows us that we have an important role to play in God’s plan. Whatever your role on the stage of life, give it the very best that you can, cheerfully. If you are handicapped from birth, disease or accident, focus on what you still have, not on what you can’t do. Be positive and resourceful in ways to compensate for your limitations. God and others will love your cheerfulness, so give it all you’ve got! Being a navel gazer with a “poor me” attitude will make you miserable. Others will turn away from you, whereas using a cheerful disposition and doing what you can invites their admiration. Remember, God is with you. If you are the caregiver remember that what you do for others you do for Jesus (Mt. 25:40), and God loves a cheerful giver.

Fixing Nutrition North All Canadians should have access to affordable healthy foods. Unfortunately there are many Canadians in remote Northern communities that don’t have that access. Nutrition North is a federal program that is supposed to address that. Unfortunately it has numerous deﬁciencies and excludes many communities from eligibility, including communities in our region. Our caucus initiated the Respect the North campaign, that led us to present a motion in Parliament aimed at ﬁxing Nutrition North. The motion calls for the immediate inclusion of the 50 communities being left out of Nutrition North, as well as renewed efforts to improve the well-being of Canadians living in isolated

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Niki Ashton communities in Northern Canada. Nutrition North must be more equitable so that funding reﬂects the real circumstances that northerners are facing, Above all, no Canadian should go hungry. The Respect the North campaign comes after our caucus triggered an auditor general report which found that the Nutrition North program had minimal impact on food costs and

lacked transparency or accountability. The AG report also found there are over 50 communities that should be receiving subsidy under the program, but are currently being left out. The motion reads as follows: “That the House call on the government to take immediate action to ﬁx Nutrition North Canada and to improve the well-being of Aboriginal and non-Aborig-

inal Canadians in Northern Canada by: (a) immediately including in the Nutrition North Canada program the 50 isolated Northern communities accessible only by air that are not currently eligible for the full subsidy; (b) initiating a comprehensive review of the Nutrition North program, with Northerners as full partners, to determine ways of directly providing the subsidy to Northern residents and to improve supports for traditional foods; (c) creating equitable program-eligibility criteria for Northern communities based on their real circumstances; (d) providing sufﬁcient funding to meet the needs of all Northern communities; and (e) working with all Northerners to develop a sustainable solution to food insecurity”

School District of Mystery Lake

SENIOR YEARS APPRENTICESHIP FACILITATOR (PART TIME POSITION) START DATE: September 8, 2015 END DATE: June 30, 2016 POSTING: #AD061615002002 Major Emphasis of Position The primary responsibility of the Senior Years Apprenticeship Facilitator is to assist school and district personnel with the promotion of the Senior Years Apprenticeship Option, and to assist in developing and strengthening connections between school/district and local business/ industry. The Senior Years Apprenticeship Facilitator reports to the Superintendent of Educational Services and Programming. Duties and Responsibilities: • Facilitate Senior Years Apprenticeship program awareness, promotion and public relations. • Responsible for coordinating and overseeing student apprenticeship practicum placements. • Act as the primary point of contact for apprenticeship opportunities. • Liaise with secondary, post-secondary education, apprenticeship, government and appropriate district staff. • Assist in the implementation of programs and projects that promote the apprenticeship option. • Facilitate opportunities for school personnel to collaborate with other school divisions in the province to share programming ideas. • Advise schools of funding, program supports and provide assistance with grant proposals. • Serve as a liaison for the high school and be knowledgeable in the needs of our community. • Monitor report and advise on programs; initiate research, track student and business/industry participation. • Partner with organizations and agencies outside of the District to identify and coordinate professional development training. • Develop links with the local community agencies in order to provide consistent and complementary services to students. • Develop close working relationship with parents/guardians. • Conduct relationships with representatives of the Department of Education, Apprenticeship Manitoba and other provincial, federal, municipal, private and community based agencies as are necessary to the accomplishment of his/her function. • Maintain close working relationships with parent/guardians, district staff working at all levels within the organizations as re necessary to the performance of his/her function. • Other duties may be assigned from time to time and are consistent with the role. The successful candidate will have: • Red Seal Certification in a Vocational field (automotive, heavy duty mechanic, industrial/millwright mechanic, carpentry). • Background in economic development will be an asset. • Demonstrated experience and dedication working in the vocational field. • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills and able to work with minimum supervision • Ability to work cooperatively with students, staff and school administration. • Successful experience working with youth. • A valid driver’s license and vehicle. • Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. This position is a one year term commencing on September 8, 2015 through June 30, 2016. The successful candidate’s compensation package will include a competitive salary, office space, cell phone, equipment & supplies and travel allowance/expenses. Please direct applications stating qualifications, experience, at least 3 references and by Monday, June 22, 2015 to: Angele Bartlett Superintendent of Human Resources & Policy School District of Mystery Lake Phone: 204-677-6154 Email: employment@mysterynet.mb.ca Please apply online at www.mysterynet.mb.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.

Success for All

University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

SMALL MOTOR REPAIR INSTRUCTOR

LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES SUPERVISORS

KENANOW ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers”, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

Thompson (866) 677.6450

Classification: Instructor Full Time Term Position: August 17, 2015 to June 30, 2016 Cross Lake, Manitoba Competition No. 15-044 Closing Date: July 3, 2015 or until the position is filled.

Classification: Educational Assistant 3 Full-Time Regular Position The Pas and Thompson, MB Competition No. 15-053 Closing Date: June 26, 2015 or until the position is filled.

Classification: Instructor (2) Full Time Regular Positions The Pas, MB Competition No. 15-054, 15-055 Closing Date: June 29, 2015

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News PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE, THOMPSON, MB Position:

Regional Family Enhancement Worker – Shamattawa Unit, One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

The Regional Family Enhancement Worker is responsible to provide children and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system by creating preventive services, creating awareness and education, advocacy and counseling. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of services, develop service plans, coordinate the services needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with Provincial Legislation, Provincial Standards, Awasis Agency Policies & Procedures and speciﬁc directives. The incumbent is required to have good interpersonal skills to work with children, families, colleagues and community collaterals.

Charges laid in connection with pedestrian death in Norway House BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Multiple charges have been laid against a 41-year-old Norway House resident in connection with a collision that killed a pedestrian in that community on June 1. Cheryl Anderson is charged with impaired driving causing death, driving with a blood alcohol content over the legal limit, driving without a licence and possession

Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity Central/Downtown Plaza in Thompson

Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must be willing to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Thursday, June 25, 2015 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, Manitoba 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.

Administrative Assistant – Legal

Thompson Community Law Centre, an independent office of Legal Aid Manitoba is seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant. This is a contract position with long term potential for the successful candidate.

Qualiícations: Successful completion of a recognized secretarial program or equivalent experience. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Candidate must be personable, demonstrate confidence in responding to public enquiries and work on own initiative under a demanding work load. Good time management skill is essential. The position requires excellent typing skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and skill in working with computers. A valid Manitoba driver’s licence would be an asset.

Duties: This position is to provide administrative support for one or more lawyers, for law students and to all office staff. The candidate will assist the office supervisor with the successful operation of the office. This will include processing legal aid applications, processing and distributing incoming/outgoing mail, maintaining file archives, managing lawyer schedules and files, reception and other duties as assigned. There may be minor accounting and purchasing duties. The candidate should be familiar with different types of office equipment, including computers, digital dictation and transcription devices, phones, copiers, fax and postage meter.

Contact: If you are interested please forward your resume with cover letter and 3 references to Howard Pitts, Supervising Attorney, Thompson Community Law Office, 3 Station Road, Thompson, Manitoba, R8N 0N3.

Tel: 204-677-1211; Fax: 204-677-1220 Deadline: Friday: June 26, 2015

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA REGIONAL CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES WORKER - SHAMATTAWA UNIT LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE, THOMPSON, MB

The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will be working with the Shamattawa Unit out of the Thompson Central Office and will be required to travel to the community at the request of the supervisor. Qualifications: • BSW Degree with experience in child welfare or • Combination of experience in a related field along with the completion of 2 years and working towards a BSW Degree will be considered • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) is an asset • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution 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 and/or understand the Cree language would be considered an asset

of marijuana. A 24-year-old man from Norway House died June 1 after being hit by an SUV on Paupanekis Point Road around 11:30 p.m. Norway House RCMP’s initial investigation determined that the SUV was being driven southbound when it hit the man, who was transported by ambulance to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead. Anderson is due to appear in provincial court in Norway House on July 7.

Position:

THOMPSON PLAZA

Rui Lima, Property Manager 204-677-2868 • thompsonplaza@msn.com 50 Selkirk Ave • Thompson, MB • R8N 0M7

Regional Child & Family Services Worker One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

Reporting to a Unit Supervisor the Regional Child & Family Services Worker is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of the Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties would include managing a case load, conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars for Court, investigating/ follow up on allegations of child protection issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, developing long/ short term case plans, developing/facilitating workshops, community education/networking with collateral resources/services. The Regional Child & Family Services Worker will be working with the Shamattawa Unit out of the Thompson Central Office and will be required to travel to the community at the request of the supervisor.

Position Available

STUDENT FINANCE CLERK Admin/Finance Dept. Under the direction of the Keewatin Tribal Council Director of Finance & Administration, the Student Finance Clerk is responsible for the production of all student payments and record keeping of those payments. Duties include: Timely payments of all student entitlements, maintenance of monthly student expenditures, process travel arrangements for students, maintain an up-to-date filing system, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Experience in Windows Accpac, Accounts Payable, General Ledger. Excellent oral and written communication skills – Ability to speak an Aboriginal language (Cree or Dene) an asset – Experience in a computer based environment, Microsoft Office programs with emphasis on Excel spreadsheets – Positive outgoing personality – Ability to coordinate and work under minimal supervision – Good typing skills. A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references and your recent supervisor should be submitted to:

Lisa Beardy Ofﬁce Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc 23 Nickel Road Thompson, MB R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 204-677-0256 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca Deadline: Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm Friday, June 26, 2015. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted. For further information or a full job description, contact Lisa Beardy at 677-2341.

Qualifications: • BSW Degree with experience in child welfare • Combination of experience in a related field along with the completion of 2 years in the BSW program may be considered • 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 • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution 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 and/or understand the Cree language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must be able to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2015 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, Manitoba 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.

Mayer Dearman & Pellizzaro i iis currently looking i ffor:

Legal Assistant – Family Law

Legal Assistant – Real Estate

Legal Assistant required for law ﬁrm in Thompson. Ideal candidate would be self-motivated, have a positive attitude, excellent attention to detail and work well in a team orientated environment. Excellent spelling, grammar and proofreading is essential.

All candidates must be ﬂuent in English and have basic computer skills including being familiar with Microsoft Word & Excel and able to type 60 wpm. Position to commence immediately.

All candidates must be ﬂuent in English and have basic computer skills including being familiar with Microsoft Word & Excel and able to type 40 wpm. Position to commence immediately.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) permanent position with Beneﬁts. We would prefer a candidate with legal assistant or related experience but we will consider a candidate with exceptional organization skills, great attitude and a willingness to learn.

Competitive salary: will be based on Experience.

Please drop off resumes at 202-7 Selkirk Avenue or e-mail resumes to lucy@mdplaw.ca and please provide 3 references.

The successful candidate will also pass a criminal record and child abuse registry check.

Closing date: June 30, 2015

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Juniper Centre Inc.

COMMUNITY ADDICTIONS WORKER

The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) is a Crown Agency that contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviours. This position requires a commitment to a client-centered philosophy and approach to the development, provision and support of AFM programs and services. The Community Addictions Worker will work as a member of the Youth School and Community-Based team and will demonstrate the following: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and presents self in an approachable and friendly manner. Demonstrates a genuine enthusiasm for client-centered care and demonstrates empathy and compassion. Demonstrates the ability to respond to client requests and crises in a responsible, timely and ﬂexible manner. Demonstrates the ability to balance the needs of clients, other staff persons and those of the organization. Demonstrates enthusiasm for ongoing professional development activities, and engages in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors. Recognizes the importance of regular individual and team supervision meetings. Demonstrates active listening abilities, is coachable and responds positively to supervision. Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent “One AFM” approach. Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility. Ability to manage one’s own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure. Awareness of the unique circumstances and needs of youth in addictions treatment.

Responsibilities: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Demonstrated ability to conduct bio-psychosocial/spiritual assessments and collaborate with clients to design client-centred, strength-based treatment plans that reflect evidence-based practices and clinical skill. Demonstrates knowledge and skill related to individual and group counselling services to adults whose primary concerns are alcohol and drugs. Ability to match treatment services to client’s unique circumstances. Demonstrated ability to maintain current and accurate confidential records of client files. Demonstrates skill and knowledge related to Motivational Interviewing techniques and coaching skills. Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team within the organization. Participates on committees, teams or work groups at the local and provincial level as requested by supervisor. Establishes and maintains professional working relationships and regular communication with community and other related organizations relevant to client’s needs. Demonstrates the ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences or related field with a minimum of one year supervised counseling experience (or volunteer experience); working in the addictions field an asset or a Diploma in applied counseling with a minimum of two years supervised counseling experience (or volunteer experience); working in the addictions field an asset. Demonstrated knowledge and skills related to assessment, individual and group counselling; excellent organizational, interpersonal and oral communication and documentation skills; knowledge of the addictions and mental health fields and demonstrated ability to work within a complex systems of services are required. Experience working from a client-centred perspective and training and/ or experience in the utilization of Motivational Interviewing techniques is essential. Experience in planning, preparing and presenting educational material is an asset. Demonstrated ability working within and contributing to a positive team environment is required. Effective communication and problem solving skills are required. An understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations is essential. The ability to communicate in French will be considered an asset.

SUMMER STUDENTS Looking for 1 Student of Metis descent. Must be over 18 years of age, with clear Criminal Record Check and returning to school in fall of 2015. Please forward resume to Rachel Templeton or Sabrina Norman (snjci@mymts.net) 108 Nelson Road • 204-677-2970

Requires 1 full-time Factory-Certiﬁed Small Engine & Equipment Mechanic to repair, test, and service gas powered small engines and equipment. You offer • 3-5 years of experience in repairing and testing small engines (inboard-outboard) of motor boats, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) snowmobiles, and other equipment. • Must be familiar with Mercury G3, CDS, Polaris digital wrench, Yamaha YDS diagnostics system • Duties include diagnostic, rigging testing & repair of gas-powered units • Factory (Mercury, Yamaha, or Polaris) certification required • Must be willing & able to work on all our product lines • Must have your own tools • Valid driver’s license We offer • Wage starts at $30.00-$40.00 per hour depending experience • Disability, medical & dental benefits.

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Please apply at: 3 Nelson Road, Thompson, MB, R8N 0B3 or call 204-677-2952 for more info.

The Competencies for the Community Addictions Worker opportunity are: • • • • • • •

Adaptability/Flexibility Client Centred Change Continuous Learning Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness Effective Communication Ethical Conduct and Professionalism Planning and Organizing

• • • • •

Teamwork and Cooperation Case Management Counselling Crisis Intervention Understanding Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency

This position may require the ability to work some evenings and varying hours.

LOCAL 6166

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

From this competition a three month eligibility list will be established for term and casual positions within the same program, work location and job classiﬁcation. It is AFM practice to request a criminal record check and conduct and child abuse registry check prior to ﬁnalizing the appointment of successful candidates. Competition No: Salary Range:

2015-030 $51,538 - $61,865 per annum ($27.25 - $32.71/hr) Plus Remoteness allowance if applicable (Potential to move to a maximum of $35.21 per hour with speciﬁc qualiﬁcations) (Under Review)

Closing Date: Apply in writing to:

July 3, 2015 Client Services Manager Northern Area Addictions Foundation of Manitoba 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: (204) 677-7328 Email: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca

United Steelworkers, Local 6166 is looking for an energetic Summer Student, who will be continuing his/her post-secondary education in September 2015. Job will entail a combination of yard work and general ofﬁce duties. Employment period is estimated to be for 7 weeks beginning Thursday, July 2, 2015.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AFM VALUES DIVERSITY AND LIVED EXPERIENCE www.afm.mb.ca

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Please drop off your Resume at the United Steelworkers, Local 6166, 19 Elizabeth Drive, Thompson, MB. Deadline to apply is Friday, June 26, 2015. Cl/cope 342

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