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Friday, June 26, 2020

Thompson, Manitoba

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National Indigenous Peoples Day marked with flagraisings at Thompson City Hall and RCMP detachment

The National Indigenous Peoples Day flag flies at Thompson City Hall June 21. BY IAN GRAHAM

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Flags were raised at Thompson City Hall and the RCMP detachment on National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21 as symbols of organizations working towards a future of partnerships and respect between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. The raising of the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) flag at the Thompson RCMP detachment marked the first time that an Indigenous flag has been raised there. “We’re very honoured to be provided with the flag today to raise in front of our detachment,” said Manitoba north district commander Supt. Kevin Lewis, prior to raising the flag with O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation chief and MKO vice-chief Shirley Ducharme following a drum perfromance. “it’s very important that we maintain communication with the communities we serve and provide the best possible policing service we can.” Ducharme said that Indigenous people have long had conflicts with and suffered mistreatment at the hands of police and government but that she hopes future generations of Indigenous people don’t encounter the same prejudices that hers and others have. “Despite the many difficulties First Nations have encountered in

our relationship with the RCMP, we are focused on building a stronger relationship with the RCMP in MKO territory,” she said. “I hope this will provide a strong signal to the Indigenous community in Northern Manitoba that the RCMP are open to working with us in a supportive way.” The flag-raising was the first of two Ducharme participated in on Sunday, with the second coming at City Hall, where the National Indigenous Peoples Day flag was run up the flagpole for the second straight year. “For Indigenous people, seeing the flag raised helps up feel proud of our identity,” Ducharme said. “Our people have been on this land since time immemorial. It’s important that our contributions are recognized. This event is a positive step towards reconciliation. This is a stepping stone for building more awareness of indigenous cultures in Thompson. I want to encourage everyone to keep working together in a good way, not just today but every day.” That theme of unity was echoed by Thompson Mayor Colleen Smook and Hilda Anderson-Pyrz of MKO during a ceremony that also included singing, drumming and a dance performance. “It’s with great honour that we’re going to fly this flag, last year being the first time it was done,” said Smook.

The Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak flag flying under the Canadian flag at the Thompson RCMP detachment June 21.

A dancer performs after the raising of the National Indigenous Peoples Day flag at Thompson City Hall June 21. “It’s just as special to see that it’s a tradition now, that it’s going to continue and it’s going to bring us together. We have so much farther to go. We’ve just started so we’ve definitely got to keep up the dialogue, keep up the peace.” Anderson-Pyrz said positive relationships like that between MKO and the City of Thompson are the way forward to a more equitable future for everybody. “The path forward is inclusive of all of us going forward together and carrying each other, lifting each other up,” she said.

Drummers from Wapanohk Community School perform before the raising of the National Indigenous Peoples Day flag at Thompson City Hall June 21.

Drummers perform before the raising of the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak flag at the Thompson RCMP detachment June 21.

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We the Board of Director and staff of the Canadian Mental Health Association/Thompson Homeless Shelter (CMHA/THS), would like to take this time to wish our current Executive Director, Paullette Simkins, all the best in her future endeavors. We thank you for your hard work and commitment in building and growing CMHA/THS to what it is today. Over the last 11 years, your stewardship of CMHA/THS has been characterize by innovative ideas, strategic thinking and, most valuable, your tireless efforts to increase the visibility of CMHA/THS in the regional. The relationships you have fostered with our partners and stakeholders will ensure CMHA/THS will prosper for years to come. You will be missed.

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Hydro layoffs, unclear border travel rules and reduced demand for commercial fishers’ harvest impacting Northern Manitoba Over the course of this pandemic, public servants have been at the frontline providing the essential services that Manitoban families depend on during these difficult times. Despite the great work these folks have done for our province, the government

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has continued to impose wage freezes, layoffs and caps on these hard-working people. However, last week’s verdict on Bill 28: The Public Service Sustainability Act validated, what most have already known, the government’s legislation on wage freezes is unconstitutional and a violation of Charter rights. It is time for the Pallister government to show respect for working people in this province. The recent government-ordered layoffs at Manitoba Hydro will hurt many working families and may have a negative impacts on our northern communities. The services provided by Hydro are already stretched thin in the North, and the additional cuts to the workforce will only serve to further diminish the quality of our services. Like all Manitobans, we are greatly concerned about these cuts and the government’s continuous interference into the operation of Crown corporations. Once again we see the

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true disdain this premier has for the hard-working Hydro crews. It seems he has forgotten last fall’s storm and power outages already. As the labour critic, I will continue to urge this government to change course and avoid making more unwarranted cuts to the public sector and Crown services. The government claims the cuts they have made have had no impact on people’s access to services but I hear a very different story from residents in the North who have been impacted by the lack of workers in various departments. The Public Health Orders given by the province on border crossings and northern travel

have been largely unclear. Residing in border communities leaves people heavily reliant on cross-border travel to access the services and goods they require. Restrictions were put in place to help reduce the spread of the virus, but the lack of clarity and information provided by this government on travelling between Flin Flon, Creighton and Denare Beach has created confusion. The rules have been ambiguous at times due to various exempted activities but other restricted activities. Enquiries into these issues has been a frustrating exercise for me and for citizens when the answers were at times just as ambiguous. The pandemic has created much uncertainty for our northern commercial fishers. With restaurant, hotel and hospitality closkelly.bindle.mla.offi ures, therece@gmail.com was a large drop in demand Constituency Office: and in large Crescent drop in fishUnitturn 3-40a Moak TITLE: Foot Care Nurse – FT Permanent – New ers’ sales, leaving them, Thompson, MB R8Nand 2B7their Position LPN RN/BN their families 204-677-2066 JOB SUMMARY communities in financial Kelly Bindle uncertainty. Our northern The FCWC Home and Community Care Department is seeking caucus wrote a letter to a nurse for the recently announced foot care program. This is a new program focusing on providing foot care service directly within the the minister asking for NCN community. At this time we are seeking a self-directed and province to step up and self-motivated person with knowledge and background in Foot provide much-needed Care, with experience in organization, planning, implementation support that was lacking and program evaluation. Experience with presenting workshops and from the federal governpublic speaking is required. This position will work on a full-time basis ment. We have yet to see with community members, collaterals, and the FCWC Health Team. any aid to date. Fishers The Foot Care Nurse will fall under the general direction of Director need the government to of Health step up and meet their QUALIFICATIONS: needs, their very liveli• Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse hood depends on it. • Current registration and in good standing with respective The government to date regulatory body in the province of Manitoba refuses to resume regular • Graduate of a certified foot care course or willing to obtain on commencing employment sitting of the legislature • Current BLS certification and continues to hide • Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check to from accountability for its be submitted actions or sometimes lack • Knowledge and respect for the culture, traditions and customs of actions. However, until of the local First Nation communities. we return, I will continue • Proficient in Microsoft Office–Word, Excel, PowerPoint to advocate for the needs • Must have a valid class 5 Manitoba Drivers’ License at all times of our northern families and be willing to travel • Ability to speak an aboriginal language would be an asset. and communities. While the office is All resumes should be accompanied with a cover letter indicating your expression of interest. closed, we continue to work from home and can SALARY RANGE: 74,476 – 81,698 be reached by email at CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm July 3, 2020 Flinflon1@yourmaniSubmit all toba.ca or Tom.Lindsey@ Applications to: Amanda LeDrew yourmanitoba.ca or by Thompson RCMP Director of Human Resources calling 1-204-687-3246. amanda@ncnwellness.ca

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Police seize gun and cocaine during Norway House residence search RCMP officers executed a search warrant at a residence in Norway House June 19, seizing a small amount of cocaine, a firearm, cash and drug-related paraphernalia. Two 15-year-old males and a 16-year-old male were arrested and remain in police custody. RCMP are also searching for a 49-year-old female in relation to this seizure. Charges that the four suspects face include possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The search warrant was executed by officers from the Norway House and Thompson detachments, alongside the Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team, Police Dog Services

and the Emergency Response Team. “To effectively and safely execute this search warrant, specialized units such as the Emergency Response Team were used to minimize the risk to the police officers, the public and the suspects,” said Manitoba RCMP north district commander Supt.Kevin Lewis. “The result of this investigation is one less illegal firearm on the street and the disruption of a drug trafficking operation. Another great example of the commitment of our officers to remove illicit drugs and illegal guns from the communities we serve in Northern Manitoba.” Norway House RCMP continue to investigate.

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RCMP photos Cocaine, a firearm, cash and other items were seized by police who executed a search warrant at a Norway House residence June 19. Employment Opportunity Chief Executive Officer Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc. Winnipeg or Thompson – Full Time The Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc. invites you to apply for a unique and ground-breaking opportunity to advance the health care of First Nation peoples in northern Manitoba.The successful candidate will employ their superior skills in negotiations with funders, operations and management, finance and problem solving in guiding an innovative team tasked with addressing community identified gaps in health and wellness services for First Nations citizens. The role requires a university degree in business, social, health or public administration (preferably at the master’s level), a minimum of five (5) years of related experience in the management field (preferably in health), a combination of relevant experience and education will be considered. Must have a solid understanding of general finances,human resource and personnel management and advanced computer skills including the MS Office Suite, internet and email. Should also have solid understanding of government, policy, programming and funding models related to the Manitoba health system.

The successful candidate will possess: • Excellent communication (written/oral) skills • Excellent decision-making skills and delegation skills DUTIES • Excellent strategic thinking skills • Provide a high standard of personal care to clients in • Excellent mediation and negotiation skills a respectful and culturally sensitive manner • Excellent problem-solving skills • Work with therapists to ensure rehabilitation goals • Ability to handle both internal and external conflicts and objectives are implemented and reinforced • Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines • Participate fully in the client’s care plan • Excellent political acumen skills • Work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary • Ability to build consensus and relationships team • Ability to inspire confidence and create trust • A current police security clearance and satisfactory criminal QUALIFICATIONS record check required • Ability to work independently and as a team member • A clear child/adultabuse registry check is required • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills • A valid class 5 driver’s license is required • Ability to respect and promote confidentiality • The ability to speak one or more northern First Nations lan• CPR and First Aid Certification guages would be an asset • Reliable and Responsible www.thompsoncitizen.net • Supervision skills an asset Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates who possess the • Knowledge and understanding of the Cree customs necessary qualifications and/or experience.Reasonable accommodaand language will be an asset tions may be made to individuals with disabilities. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule

AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA Unit: Split Lake (Tataskweyak) Location: Thompson, Manitoba Position: Regional Family Enhancement Worker One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Summary of Position: The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will provide children and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system by providing preventative service opportunities and resources, facilitating awareness and education, advocacy and counselling. The overall aim is to engage parents, extended family, and community partners in identifying problems and participating in services and supports that address family needs. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of resources, develop case plans, coordinate the resources and supports needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources such as day programs, respite services and other culturally-appropriate resources. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will possess and utilize the interpersonal skills to work with children, families, staff, and collaterals. Qualifications: • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) is an asset • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution 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 Page 12with experience in child welfare • BSW Degree preferred or combination of education and experience in a related field • Enrolled or interest in the BSW program is ideal • Sensitivity to and understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak the Cree language would be considered an asset

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juries. Investigation determined that four men entered the victim’s home earlier that morning, assaulting him and causing extensive damage before leaving. Police are asking for the public’s assistance in ﬁnding 29-year-old Mitchell Howard Ledoux, 27-year-old Steven Shane Klyne, 26-year-old Shawn Eric Umpherville and 20-year-old Nathan Walter Umpherville, all from Easterville, who are believed to have ﬂed to Winnipeg. The four face numerous charges including aggravated assault, assault with a weapon and breaking and entering. Anyone with information on any of the suspects’ whereabouts is asked to call Chemawawin

If you would like to join our growing team of experts and this sounds like the right fit for you, please email your cover letter and CV/resume by 4:00 pm, Monday, June 29,2020 to:Jean Merasty, Human Resource Generalistjean.merasty@mkonorth.com. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc. was incorporated as the northern First Nations aggregate Health entity December 2019 under the direction of Manitoba KeewatinowiOkimakanak Inc. (MKO). Previous to that, in May 2017, MKO, along with federal support undertook to lead a federally funded initiative - clinical care transformation to benefit the citizens of northern Manitoba First Nations.

Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information • Must be willing 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 Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

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PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE LOCATION: THOMPSON, MB Position: Street Reach Worker Two (2) Full-Time Permanent Positions The Street Reach Worker is a member of a multi-disciplinary team whose purpose is to identify, and work with children who are at risk of, or being sexually exploited. Jointly reporting to the Child Abuse Coordinator at Awasis Agency, and the Street Reach North Coordinator, the Street Reach Worker assists in the location of highrisk children and youth and returns them to safety. Following the initiatives outlined in Tracia’s Trust, the incumbent coordinates multisystems case planning; consults with external collaterals regarding the unique needs of sexually exploited children; and assists police services and Child and Family Services agencies in identifying and investigating suspected child sex offenders. Additional duties include delivering education and training to the Awasis Agency staff on the topic of human trafficking and child sexual exploitation. Qualifications: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree with experience in child welfare preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered • Commitment to community-based service delivery • Experience entering data in Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) an asset • Demonstrated ability to develop positive and productive relationships with youth • Knowledge of CFS legislation, standards, and regulations • Demonstrated assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree and/or Dene language an asset Working Conditions: • Community-based, child welfare environment • Access to highly sensitive and confidential information • Flexible work schedule, including some weekends and evenings • Rotating on-call responsibilities • Satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract • A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Friday, July 3, 2020 – Or Until Filled Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2020-027 on your resume/cover letter and in the subject line of your email in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2020-027 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process

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Prisoner assaults police officer at Chemawawin RCMP detachment A 21-year-old Easterville man is facing charges of disarming and assaulting a police officer after allegedly striking and biting an RCMP officer at the Chemawawin detachment June 12. The man, who was being detained in a detachment cell, began ripping up the cell floor around 3:30 a.m. When officers entered to move him

to another cell, he lunged at them, grabbing an officer’s baton and hitting one of them several times in the leg with it, while also biting the officer’s arm. The officers managed to control the male and handcuff him. The prisoner was not injured during the altercation, police say. The officer who was struck and bitten was treated at the local nursing

station and released. Conrad Walker of Easterville is charged with two counts of disarming a police officer, two counts of resisting arrest, one count of assault with a weapon on a police officer, one count of assault on a police officer and one count of mischief over $5,000. He has been remanded into custody.

JOB POSTING Community Addictions Worker Full Time Term Indefinite ADDICTIONS FOUNDATION OF MANITOBA Eaglewood Addictions Centre, Thompson, MB 90 Princeton Drive This is an exciting time for Manitoba health care. Manitoba’s health system is currently in transition with planning and changes aimed at improving the quality, accessibility and efficiency of health care services throughout Manitoba. AFM contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans across the province by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviours. If you would like to be part of a foundation of excellence in addictions services and support and build a new vision of integrated health services in Manitoba, consider a career with us. Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the Community Addictions Worker provides a wide variety of AFM services for Thompson and the surrounding area. The focus of this position is to provide counselling, education, and support services to individuals, families and the community related to alcohol, drugs and gambling, with the capacity to work in other program areas as required. 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 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-centred care and demonstrates empathy and compassion. • Exhibits 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. 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 related supervised counselling experience (or volunteer experience) or a Diploma in applied counselling 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 work 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. A valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and travel to outlying communities will be required. 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. 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: # 2020-072 Salary Range: $55,813 to $66,990 annually ($29.51 to $35.42 an hour) under review Plus Remoteness allowance if applicable (Potential to move to a maximum of $38.12 per hour with specific qualifications) Closing Date: June 29 2020 Apply in writing to: Director, Northern Area Addictions Foundation of Manitoba 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: (204) 677-7328 Email: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca 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