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Working towards reconciliation is never easy and requires sacrifice by those in power, lawyer tells gathering BY IAN GRAHAM

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Post-secondary institutions need to do more to acknowledge the part they played in Canada’s genocidal policies against Indigenous people and take steps to correct historical imbalances, Pam Palmater told attendees during the opening day of University College of the North’s (UCN) fourth-annual Truth & Reconciliation Gathering in Thompson March 3. Palmater, a Mi’kmaq lawyer, professor, author and social justice activist from Eel River Bar First Nation in New Brunswick, said that righting past wrongs will require genuine apologies and sacrifices on the part of universities and colleges, all of which are on native territory and have a history of being complicit in the miseducation of students regarding how Indigenous peoples have been treated in Canada. “Reconciliation is more than just redress for residential schools,” Palmater said. “It has to be first about exposing the whole truth.” Introducing hiring quotas that ensure that institution employees reflect the diversity of the population at large is not going far enough, said Palmater. “Those are the things that should have been done all

along,” she said. “You don’t get to pat yourself on the back because you stopped discriminating. What does your institution do to make it a friendly place? Do Indigenous faculty feel supported? Have you ever asked?” She also said it requires reaching out beyond the university to the First Nations and Indigenous people in whose traditional territory the school is located and inviting them to take part in running it. “It requires Indigenous people to be represented in the governance structure,” Palmater said. In some cases, pursing true reconciliation may mean making cuts in other areas. “Reconciliation isn’t just doing it if I have enough money,” said Palmater. “Reconciliation requires sacrifice.” UCN, she said, is light years ahead of many other colleges and universities, but that shouldn’t encourage complacency. “This needs to be done urgently but not rushed,” Palmater aid. “We don’t have time to wait 10 or 20 years. There seems to be nothing more urgent than ending genocide in this country.” The requirement for urgency when it comes to rec-

Book a way to preserve and pass on memories of growing up in Churchill

Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham Mi’kmaq lawyer, professor, author and social justice activist Pam Palmater spoke at University College of the North’s fourth-annual Truth & Reconciliation Gathering March 3 about what it means for colleges and universities to acknowledge their past wrongs and work towards a future in which Indigenous people achieve equality in the realm of education. onciliation was also noted by Cree elder Stella Neff from Misipawistik Cree Nation, who spoke before Palmater about using Indigenous storytelling to achieve

reconciliation. “Let’s start tomorrow so we can understand our beliefs as Aboriginal people before Columbus, before Walmart,” Neff said. “We

have to get going with this. It’s moving too slow as far as I’m concerned. We have to teach our language, our culture, our history. Our schools have to

open up to us teaching our spirituality. It was certainly the residential schools that destroyed that. It was also the day schools in our communities.”

Case of Flin Flon health care aide fired for drinking outside of work will be heard by Canada’s Supreme Court rights adjudicator’s decision claiming she was the alcohol at all times – insion was reasonable based victim of discrimination on cluding non-working hours The Supreme Court of on the merits of the disthe basis of her disability – and receive for Nickel Belt News photo treatment by Ian Graham Canada said Feb. 27 that crimination complaint and of alcohol addiction. the alcohol problem she Addictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles has written a book about her experiences growing up, mostly in Churchill. it will hear the Northern the remedies that were Government-appointed admitted she had. Regional Health Author- to ordered. adjudicator Sherri Walsh The complete ban on alBY IAN GRAHAM For all the harsh weather write things that you have ‘Oh, I’m just as bad, right?’ was not a very safe thing swallow when people say ity’s (NRHA) appeal of to The for I have all these stories and to do but I jumped at it. I that ordered in 2015 residents that Hor- and coholthe concerned EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET figureNRHA out. 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Continued success in the south for the Thompson Tumblers

Back row, left to right: coach Kennedy Courvoisier and coach Morgan Johnson. Front row, left to right: Leah Thevenot, Natalia Dudas and Cassidy Bassett.

Back row, left to right: Kyla Saskowski, coach Katianna Polejewski, Kendal Jonasson and Lindy Beirnes. Front row: Kaya Kioeechuk.

Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of Dawn Lundrigan From left to right, Madison Andrews, Michaela Roeckenwagner and Keiryn Robertson.

PARENTS INTERVENTION & SUPPORT PROGRAM PIP is a program for parents, guardians and caregivers designed to provide information and support related to youth involvement with alcohol, other drugs or gambling (AODG). Your young person does not need to be actively involved with AFM for you to attend. The purpose of PIP is to: • Introduce the AFM Youth Services philosophy in working with youth • Strengthen the understanding of how a youth’s AODG involement affects everyone • Introduce parent response strategies that may assist and support adolescents in making healthier choices • Re-introduce principles of self-care to aid parents in maintaining health • Decrease isolation of parents/caregivers by providing information about available community supports and a network or mutual encouragement and support Parents are not responsible for their child’s alcohol and drug use or gambling problems, but they are one of the most important influences in their child’s life. The guidelines offered to you through this program will assist you in supporting your child, while helping you establish a more manageable living environment. Your support and participation are key components of the change process for your child. This program will be offered in Thompson over the course of two evenings on March 23 and 25, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. For further information and to register for this free program, parents and caregivers may call or email: Janey Watkinson, School Based Community Addictions Worker RD Parker Collegiate. Phone: 204-677-6214 E-mail: jdykes@afm.mb.ca or jdykes@mysterynet.mb.ca

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Demi Robertson BY DAWN LUNDRIGAN The Thompson Tumblers Gymnastics Club attended their second invitational Meet of the season Feb. 28-March 1. Twelve gymnasts ranging in age from eight to 16 and levels JO1JO4 competed at the Keystone Kips Classic in Winnipeg. Our first gymnasts to compete on Friday were Kaya Kopeechuk, Kendal Jonasson, Lindy Beirnes and Kyla Saskowski for JO2 capped. Kaya (JO2 capped 2011) placed first on vault, 10th on bars, ninth on beam, second on vault and eighth allaround. Kendal (JO2 capped 2009) placed first on vault, third on both bars and beam, second on floor and second all-around. Lindy (JO2 capped 2006) placed fourth on vault, first on bars, third on both beam and floor and second all-around. Kyla (JO2 capped

2006) placed sixth on all events and all-around. Next up to compete on Saturday morning were our JO1 capped all ages. Competing in this level were Cassidy Bassett, Leah Thevenot and Natalia Dudas. The JO1 level competes against a score for either a gold, silver or bronze on each event. Cassidy received a gold for vault, bronze for bars, silver for both beam and floor and a silver all-around. Leah received gold for vault, beam and floor, a silver for bars and a gold all-around. Natalia received gold for vault, beam and floor, a silver for bars and a gold all-around. Nadia Wilson was up next for JO4 capped 2005 and earlier. Nadia placed second on vault, first on bars, third on beam, fourth on floor and first all-around. Next up Sunday morning was Demi

Nadia Wilson Robertson for JO2 capped 2010. Demi placed eighth on vault, sixth on bars, 12th on beam, ninth on floor and 11th all-around. Last to compete at the competition were Madison Andrews for JO2 capped 2003, Michaela Roeckenwagner and Keiryn Robertson for JO3 capped 2006. Madison placed first on vault, second on bars, beam and floor and second all-around. Michaela placed third on both vault and floor, first on bars, fifth on beam and third all-around. Keiryn placed second on vault, sixth on bars, seventh on both beam and floor and seventh all-around. Thank you to all the gymnasts who competed in this invitational. Your hard work and dedication paid off, great job girls. Dawn Lundrigan is the Thompson Tumblers head coach.

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UCN professor participating in online misinformation workshop in Victoria this summer BY JAMES SNELL

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Dr. Joseph Atoyebi, an assistant professor in the University College of the North (UCN) Faculty of Arts, Business and Science, is taking his linguistics expertise to an online misinformation workshop this August at Royal Roads University in Victoria, B.C. The workshop will provide researchers with an opportunity to explore methods of combatting online misinformation, a problem of extreme consequence in a world that is becoming more polarized through social media, says Atoyebi. “When people don’t know the truth of the story, they begin to form groups,” he said. “People are deceived. That’s the point. And I think in the end, it will not go well with the country, especially a time like this where we have – in my point of view as an immigrant – misinformation that creates suspicion and breaks down what makes us human. It erodes what makes us human. It has potential to break down

the entire nation.” A spokesperson from UCN said the workshop will allow researchers a chance to develop anti-misinformation strategies using their specific field of expertise, “learning from others tackling this topic from different angles and mobilize knowledge about misinformation and information design that can be used by professional, public sector, or educational stakeholders beyond the workshop.” “I am so pleased that Dr. Atoyebi will be representing UCN at this critical workshop, “ said Faculty of Arts, Business and Science dean Harvey Briggs in a news release. “His knowledge in this area is informed by northern and Indigenous philosophies, an essential perspective for this work.” Atoyebi has distilled the complex issue of online misinformation down to a few simple ideas that are accessible to the general public. “People try to control the narrative,” he explained. “The guy with the biggest

microphone can dictate the narrative. In the process of doing that, stereotypes are created and disinformation about particular groups is put out there. It’s sad, that in the digital age, it has become very easy to spread misinformation.” The 2016 U.S. presidential election is a great example of how misinformation manipulated an outcome, explained Atoyebi. “It’s no longer something that is debatable,” he said, noting that he believes the same type of online propaganda influenced that last Canadian federal election. “Even in the middle of that, we saw information that was not exactly true. This is pervasive right now, because we live in a digital world.” The problem of online misinformation isn’t just a concern for academics pondering election outcomes, said Atoyebi. It’s also a problem for young people. “We know that when people don’t know the truth about the story, they divide into groups.”

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Dr. Joseph Atoyebi University College of the North assistant professor Dr. Joseph Atoyebi is heading to Victoria B.C. this summer to participate in an online misinformation workshop.

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Ride for Dad raises $1,200 for cancer research and awareness Spiritual Thoughts

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The sixth-annual Telus Ride for Dad prostate cancer fundraiser, hosted by Nickel City Motors and the Thompson Trailbreakers Snowmobile Club, took off into the Northern Manitoba wilderness on Feb. 29. Members of the club rode around 150 kilometres, raising approximately $1,200 for cancer research and awareness in Thompson. Money raised in a community stay in that community, said Telus in a news release about the Ride for Dad. Nickel City Motors salesperson and Thompson Trailbreakers Snowmobile Club event organizer Dennis Foley said the riders’ destination was Sasagiu Rapids. “It’s a bit of a longer ride,” he explained. “But the trails were just groomed yesterday, and with the little bit of snow we just had, I think it’s going to be a good day. All proceeds get donated to the cancer society to help fight prostate cancer.”

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Nickel Belt News photo by James Snell Thompson snowmobilers prepare to set off on the sixth-annual Telus Ride for Dad prostate cancer fundraiser Feb. 29.

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Nickel Belt News photo by James Snell About 50 Thompson Grade 7 students took part in a Skills Canada Manitoba sled-building workshop at the Thompson Regional Community Centre March 2. BY JAMES SNELL

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Skills Canada Manitoba hosted a sled-building workshop for Thompson seventh-graders at the Thompson Regional Community Centre March 2. Harlie Pruder with Skills Canada Manitoba was excited for the event, which involved approximately 50 students. “Today we have invited seventh graders from all of the schools, so basically they have designed a sled and from that design they have built a sled,” she said. “Teams are in groups

of four to six, and then they are going students to design and engineering, to put their sleds to the test this after- explained Pruder. noon, through an obstacle course.” “The fact that we are considering The sleds are of the expedition var- that there is the issue of needing transiety and not built for speed. portation in this particular situation, “We want them to go quickly, but so we had to consider the particular there is no going downhill or anything facts involved,” she explained. “We like that,” she said. “The point is that are designing a type of vehicle for the there’s going to be two people pulling snow. There are certain factors that Thompson RCMP and two people on the sled. If they they’ll need to consider, for example, want, they might have another person is duct tape on the bottom of the sled push. We are really hoping theyDrug can get Tip goingLine to help them go faster, or will through the obstacle course without it slow them down? We give them the the sleds falling apart.” supplies, and for the most part, they The event was about introducing are allowed to have free rein on it.”

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Gillam and Churchill Canadian Rangers instruct reservists on wilderness survival during winter training exercise A dozen Canadian Rangers from Gillam and Churchill participated in a winter training exercise with 70 Canadian Armed Forces reservists Feb. 14-23. Exercise Arctic Bison is the 38 Canadian Brigade Arctic Response Company Group’s (ACRG) major winter training exercise and this year it started in Gillam and continued via snowmobile to Churchill. Six members of the Gillam Ranger Patrol and six from the Churchill Canadian Ranger Patrol guided the soldier during the snowmobile portion of the exercise and also provided winter survival training. “Since this is where our patrols are we have intimate knowledge of the area and land, and we passed that knowledge on to the 38 CBG soldiers so they can have better success during their exercise,” said Canadian Ranger Sgt. John Watt, patrol commander for the Gillam Canadian Ranger Patrol, in a press release. “As well, we travel fairly extensively by snowmobile as a patrol so we know these trails and routes and of course snowmobile maintenance.

A major portion of what the Canadian Rangers did during these exercises is mentor these soldiers. Whether it is assisting them with snowmobile maintenance or repairs or giving them tips on how to ride better or advice on what to expect on the trail. This was our opportunity to show other units what Canadian Rangers bring to the Canadian Armed Forces.” The Rangers spent Feb. 19 providing wilderness survival training in M’Clintock, instructing the reservists in basic snowmobile maintenance, building austere shelters, using basic field tools like axes and saws, building signals, starting fires and trapping and cleaning wild animals for food. “The survival training was a great opportunity for the Canadian Rangers to pass on their skills and knowledge to the soldiers,” said Watt, adding that this experience was also a great learning opportunity for the Rangers. “This is what Canadian Rangers do: survive in the wilderness. We do not often have the chance to work directly with other units with-

in the Canadian Armed Forces but it is important that we do. This allowed the Canadian Rangers to understand how these units work and when we do support them, whether it is on an exercise or domestic operation, we are better equipped to communicate and liaise with them.” Canadian Rangers are are class A part-time reservists in the Canadian Army Reserve Force. There are about 5,000 of them in five patrol groups covering more than 400 Canadian communities. Their mission is to provide lightly equipped and self-sufficient mobile forces to support the Canadian Armed Forces sovereignty and domestic missions. They often operate in sparsely settled northern, coastal and isolated areas that can’t be covered conveniently or economically by other Canadian Armed Forces subcomponents. As such, operating in remote wilderness areas is second nature to them, and they often take part in search and rescue operations.Western Canada’s Rangers are part of the 4th Canadian Ranger Patrol Group.

Master Cpl. Randall Chuckry and Sgt. John Watt of the Gillam Canadian Ranger Patrol work on a snowmobile in Gillam Feb. 16 during Exercise Arctic Bison 2020.

Brendan McEwan of the Churchill Canadian Ranger Patrol helps a 38 Canadian Brigade Group soldier find twigs to start a fire during the survival training part of Exercise Arctic Bison in M’Clintock Feb. 19.

Claude Daudet of the Churchill Canadian Ranger Patrol, pictured right, instructs 38 Canadian Brigade Group soldiers on the proper maintenance of snowmobiles in M’Clintock Feb. 19 during the survival training part of Exercise Arctic Bison 2020.

Master Cpl. Jill Larkin, pictured left, of the Churchill Canadian Ranger Patrol, teaches how to build shelters in an emergency situation Feb. 19 during Exercise Arctic Bison 2020.

Eddy Lundie of the Churchill Canadian Ranger Patrol demonstrates how to clean and skin a rabbit that was snared for soldiers of 38 Canadian Brigade Group in M’Clintock on Feb. 19 during Exercise Arctic Bison 2020.

Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of Lt. Natasha Tersigni, 4th Canadian Ranger Patrol Group Sgt. John Watt, patrol commander for the Gillam Canadian Ranger Patrol, shows soldiers how to properly and safely use a knife in M’Clintock Feb. 19 during Exercise Arctic Bison 2020.

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Northern tourism operators showcased during Manitoba Outdoors Show BY JAMES SNELL

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As part of its effort to build tourism from a $1.6 billion business in the province now to a $2.2 billion industry by 2023, Travel Manitoba hosted the North MB Showcase during the Manitoba Outdoors Show in Winnipeg Feb. 7-9 to highlight northern tourism operations. Brett Baynton, owner of Bakers Narrows fishing lodge near Flin Flon, said the provincial government’s Look North economic development initiative, which includes increasing northern tourism as one way to achieve regional prosperity, has inspired him to expand his business. “It definitely was Travel Manitoba that spurred us on to pursue the winter market for our business,” Baynton said. “We’ve been doing this now for 18 or 19 years. Summers have been busy, winters not specific to tourism. So they really encouraged us to do this, and that was the

beginning of last winter. So we got on board and gave it a good push, and invested into the market, and we’ve seen an incredible response from the consumer.” Baynton also began began trolling for customers online. “Everything from social media to online marketing,” he said. “Manitoba Tourism has some initiatives that we took advantage of, and we even increased our tradeshows specific to winter-type consumers. You throw a bunch of mud at the wall and you see what sticks.” Bakers Narrows Lodge attracts clients from all over Canada and the United States, including North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin. “I would say the majority of our customers come from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and we are even drawing people from Vancouver and Toronto, and those areas as well,” Baynton says. “I am amazed at how far people

are travelling to come up to Northern Manitoba. Every day surprises me.” Bakers Narrows Lodge is only a few kilometres outside Flin Flon, not far from the airport “We’ve got good clean pavement right to our lodge,” says Baynton. “That combination makes transportation here just excellent. The accessibility is very appealing.” Calm Air CEO Gary Bell, chair of the Northern Tourism Advisory Committee, said that Travel Manitoba’s work has made a significant difference to northern businesses. “Their commitment to ensuring tour operators are well positioned to compete internationally is unrivalled,” said Bell. “Their work with community stakeholders is enormous.” Happy customers haul in a hefty northern pike while ice fishing at Bakers Narrows Lodge near Flin Flon. Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Bakers Narrows Lodge

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ues affecting their community. It was an intends to conduct the following pesticide-control on regarding York Factory’s history, current Friday, Marchin2, 2018 programs and around their housing units during 2017. March 2, 2018 ntial regarding sustainable development. Friday, Columnists 1. To control rodents from January 1, 2017 to pleasure last week to congratulate Laura Columnists December 31, 2017 using the following pesticides: t, Vincent Meredith, Daniel Stevens, Darryl s #HLOROPHACINONE s "ROMADIOLONE nroe and Darien Munroe-Massan for their s :INC 0HOSPHIDE s $IFETHIALONE dication in completing the 50-week Youth s 3ULFUR s $IPHACINONE h the Thompson Boys and Girls Club. I wish s "RODIFACOUM n their current and future job placements. 2. To control insects from January 1, 2017 to ment continues to work in partnership with High-speed internet and December 31, 2017 using the following insecticides: e can makecellular our province better together. services are increas-

undermine its historical Bible teaches that God value. For, another Biblical had no beginning. He is scholar, Davis, states, “Thelife the only person whose historical character of the did not start. The very nasymbol is not lost ture of[cross] God is beyond what when it is thus extended or our minds can understand. God, having no beginning, even transformed. A poetic is the only is the approach urgesone thatwho a Chrissource of his own life. God tian theology of must take needs nothing to sustain full account of the process his life for He Himself is oflife. resymbolization.” Consequently, thisthe process ofof Jesus told people resymbolization allows ushis Jerusalem to believe towords consider the symbolic and they would have significance his said cry on eternal life.of Jesus he is the bread of life,For replacing multiple levels. inthe bread their is forestance, Jesus’sthat sacrifice a fathers ate. To Thompson, symbolic act (on one level) is the bannock of life. forJesus all humanity, but his inHe has true eternal life in dividual death (on another level) shows each one of us that one day — we all will face death—separation, and restoration — if our faith will sustain us. In order to understand the psalms adequately, we most understand the literary nature of them too, otherwise, our neglect is “subversion.” According to another Biblical scholar, Stuart Chalmers, this “subversion” prevails in the church today because an adequate answer is too difficult to accept. For the “image of a testing God will be not be that of a loving Father training his child, but rather a bully who stretches you to see when you will snap.” Hence, we may have rid ourselves of a view of the “bully” God, but in doing so, we have accepted a subversive doctrine of a God who looks away from us when we sin. Bibliography: Chalmers, Stuart P. “‘My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?’ The Christian in the Face of Pain.” Scottish Journal of Healthcare Chaplaincy 3.1 (2000): 3-8. Davis, Ellen F. “Ex-

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Our Corporation is currently looking for an experienced Administrative Coordinator. This position will play an integral role in the customer service and organizational strength of our Team. The Administrative Coordinator will provide administrative support to all projects and programs we offer, greet and direct clients, answer and respond to calls and emails. Qualified candidates will have impeccable verbal and written communication skills, a strong ability to multi-task and a friendly demeanor. QUALIFICATIONS: • 3 years’ experience in office administration • Proficiency in a variety of computer software including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Excellent interpersonal relations skills • Effective time management and organizational skills • Effectively able to work cohesively in a small, team-oriented office environment, work with minimal direct supervision, determine work priorities, exercise initiative and have sound and independent judgement DUTIES • Front line customer service and maintain day to day administrative duties, such as: receive and distribute mail, filing, answering telephone inquires, relaying messages, maintain office supplies and equipment • Compose, edit and assist with correspondence, including letters, meeting package prep, meeting minutes • Coordinate travel, meetings and general office functions. • Provide project coordination support for the Self Employment and Settlement Services Programs including, but not limited to, planning and coordinating workshops and events • Bookkeeping support, including claim forms, filing and bank deposits. Experience with Sage would be an asset • Position will be assigned Community Development tasks such as assisting with programs & projects, including areas such as tourism and housing. • Other related duties as assigned Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm Application Deadline: March 13, 2020 Salary: $18.05–$20.20 per hour Plus Benefit Package We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those applicants that are short listed will be contacted. Community Futures North Central Development PO Box 1208, Thompson, MB, R8N 1P1 Attention: Tamy Burton, Administrative Officer e-mail: tburton@northcentraldevelopment.ca

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The School District of Mystery Lake invites applications for CelebrateDistrict Education Week: April 16-20, 2018 Casual, Clerical/Secretarial

Substitute & Support Positions The Board of Trustees invites you to celebrate

Week 2018 schools. The School Education District of Mystery Lakeinisour looking for energetic Happyfor Education WeekClerical/Secretarial to all of the District staff. individuals Casual, District substitute It takes everyone to support our and Support positions. students in their learning. Preferred qualifications include: Thank you for all that you do to • Grade 12 academic standing enrich the lives of our students. • Demonstrated successful experience in secretarial or administrative positions or combination “You can teach a student a lesson forofaeducation day; and experience. but if you can teach him to learn by creating • Experience Microsoft (Word, Excel, and curiosity,with he will continueOffice the learning process Outlook)as and familiarity withClay accounting applications long as he lives.” P. Bedford is an asset. • Proven organizationalThank skills and you.the ability to work in a fast paced environment. • Excellent oral and written skills. Board ofcommunication Trustees • Strong interpersonal decision makingLake skills. The School and District of Mystery • Ability to provide support for reception/clerical/secretarial/ accounting/print shop and library technician positions as necessary. Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are required. The rate of pay for positions covered is outlined in the 8223-00 Collective Bargaining Agreement located on the district website. For further information, please contact Tami Bodnaryk, District Accountant at the School Board Office at 204677-6113. Please apply on our website at www.mysterynet.mb.ca and select Job Centre. We thank you for your application however only applicants shortlisted will be contacted.

The Town of Lynn Lake is accepting applications for the position of Certified Mechanic. We are looking for a skilled mechanic to assemble, maintain and repair machinery and vehicles. The certified mechanic will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines and mechanical systems. The Town of Lynn Lake is offering a comprehensive benefits package and wages as per stipulated in the union contract. Full job description is available upon request. We’re looking for someone with these skills and qualifications: • High school diploma • Certified Mechanic certificate • Valid driver’s license • Experience repairing and maintaining trucks through inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems. • Knowledge of construction/heavy equipment would be an asset, especially hydraulics, electronics and automation systems. • Ability to lift 60lbs • Knowledge of tools and equipment and skill in the use and care of tools • Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions, etc. • A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines • Very good communication skills • Problem-solving ability • Great attention to detail Deadline for applications is March 20, 2020 at 4:30 pm Applicants are requested to send a resume along with 3 references to: Town of Lynn Lake P.O. Box 100 Lynn Lake, Manitoba, R0B 0W0 Phone – 204-356-2418 Fax – 204-356-8297 cao@lynnlake.ca We wish to thank all of those who apply in advance, however only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Thicket Portage Community Council requires the services of a full-time public works employee for the protection and operation of its public works facilities. The public works employee will be responsible for: • Caretaking in all the buildings and small carpentry repairs as required • Pick up, dispose and maintain garbage at a community waste site • Road clearing and maintenance • Maintain the water supply system to assure its continual operation in providing a safe community water supply • Providing direction and supervision to part-time support staff • Equipment maintenance • Wastewater systems maintenance • Other duties as required (Including Graveyard work/ maintenance) The successful applicant must have the following qualifications: • Grade 12 or GED • Carpentry and mechanical skills • Valid Manitoba driver’s licence • Preference will be given to those who hold current valid Water Level 1 or 2 certification. Applicants who do not already possess this certification must be able to get certification within 6 months of hire • Obtain other certifications as required The starting salary for this position will be commensurate with experience. Please drop off your resume with the Community Administrative Officer or email your resume to thicketportagecc@outlook.com. Deadline for applications to be received at the council office is Friday, March 27, 2020. Council reserves the right to repost for the position where no qualified applications are received.

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HELP WANTED Term/ Full Time (with possible permanent employment) Administrative Assistant For the Thompson Regional Airport Authority

Qualifications: Must have completed a certificate program in business application or an acceptable combination of education and direct work experience in a secretarial/administrative capacity. Hands on experience with productivity applications including word processing, spreadsheets, Outlook, Quick Books etc. Strong typing skills and the ability to draft/ compose and format correspondence, including memos, letters, forms, reports etc. Incumbent must have sound and independent judgment, reasoning and discretion. Must have the ability to interpret and adhere to company policies and procedures. Must have general mathematical and bookkeeping skills. Applicant must have a valid class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. Must be able to manage and prioritize his/ her workload. Effective interpersonal skills, communications skill and proven ability to work co-operatively in a term environment are essential. Duties: Reporting to the Airport Manager/ Financial Officer the incumbent will provide regular administrative and reception support to the management staff. Receive and screen all inbound telephone calls, emails, and visitors to the office. Receive and distribute mail. Prepare and submit bank deposits. Maintain daily appointment calendars. Coordinate office activities, filing, inventory, travel arrangements, Quick Book entries etc. Draft letters, memos, reports, forms, etc. Coordinate the logistical aspects of team programs, such as meetings, workshops, training and events. Maintain inventory and statistical data. Present a positive and professional image to all visitors, inquiries and other interactions. Applicants are requested to indicate in their cover letter or resume how they meeting the qualifications of the position. The Thompson Regional Airport Authority offers a competitive benefits package, Wage is $22.00 per hour. Closing date is March 16, 2020. Apply to: Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 jaclyn.cook@fly-yth.ca Fax: 204-778-6477

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: FAMILY ENHANCEMENT SUB-OFFICE THOMPSON, MANITOBA Position: Receptionist/ Administrative Support Clerk One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position The Receptionist/Administrative Support Clerk will be responsible for a variety of clerical office duties to support the Family Enhancement Program, Staff and projects. Some of the duties include but are not limited to: answering and referring incoming telephone calls, administering Agency correspondence, typing and formatting, filing, ordering office supplies, coordinating and communicating office activities, greeting visitors and booking boardrooms for meetings. The Receptionist is the first point of contact and is expected to be punctual, professional, self-motivated and exercise initiative in determining work priorities. Qualifications: â&#x20AC;˘ A minimum of 2 years of reception/administrative experience; â&#x20AC;˘ Completion of an administrative office certificate or secretarial course; â&#x20AC;˘ A combination of education and experience will be considered; â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to operate a variety of office equipment effectively and efficiently; â&#x20AC;˘ Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office; â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum typing speed of 45 wpm; â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent verbal and written communication skills; â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent organizational and time management skills; â&#x20AC;˘ Pro-active with an ability to work under own initiative with minimal direction, as well as within a team setting; â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be considered an asset Working Conditions: â&#x20AC;˘ Must be able to work in a fast paced environment â&#x20AC;˘ Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable â&#x20AC;˘ Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive information â&#x20AC;˘ Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Abstract â&#x20AC;˘ Must have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and access to vehicle â&#x20AC;˘ Must be willing to travel, when required Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Tuesday, March 10, 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 2020-015 on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email in confidence to: Human Resources Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Competition #2020-015 701 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

Wednesday, January 31, 2018 We have openings for the following positions: Careers WAREHOUSE, 5-TON DRIVER, MERCHANDISER Qualifications: Dependable, energetic, a team worker. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and customers.

Louisiana Pacific For all positions, the following experience will be Swan Valley considered an asset: Forklift, warehouse, customer service and 5-ton driving. Class 5 drivers license with drivers abstract.

General Labourers Arctic Beverages offers a competitive salary with an outstanding comprehensive benefits package.

Louisiana-Pacific, Employer of Choice, a leader in the forest products industry APPLY IN PERSON known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally At 201 Hayes Road, Thompson or email to: friendly building products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently spilon@arctivbev.com seeking Labourers at our Swan Valley SmartSideÂŽ, Swan Valley, Minitonas operation. Please note that only those selected for an interview will Qualifi cations: be contacted. The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications; â&#x20AC;˘ Good written and verbal communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Physically fit to perform all duties PROFESSIONAL â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to multitask and problem solveOPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to operate equipment as required AWASISanAGENCY â&#x20AC;˘ Computer literacy will be considered asset â&#x20AC;˘ Valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license OF NORTHERN MANITOBA â&#x20AC;˘ Shiftwork

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The successful candidates willDELIVERY join a dynamic team in providing OFFICE (TSDO) support to the facility located in the beautiful Swan River LOCATION: THOMPSON, MBValley as it embarks on a new and exciting journey of producing siding Position: Child & Family Services Worker for a growing market. One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Louisiana-Pacific offers a competitive wage and benefit package in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. LouisianaReporting to the Unit Supervisor the Child & Family Services Worker Pacifi c is an equal opportunity employer. is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for working with families and children in the field of child protection. The interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject duties include conducting Intakes and Assessments, responding to to successful completion of comprehensive background community service requests and carrying a case load of protection screening and health checks. and voluntary family files. Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars Lorraine Schneider for Court, investigating/follow up on allegations of child protection Human Resource Generalist I issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. documentation, developing long/short term case plans, developing/ P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 facilitating workshops, community education and networking with Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 collateral resources/services. e-mail : lorraine.schneider@lpcorp.com

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personal needs and comfort of the patient. This is an integrated position that includes coordination and scheduling of dental procedures for the Operating Working Conditions: Room (OR). This will require expertise in developing and maintaining excellent â&#x20AC;˘ Must be able to work in a fast paced environment working relationships with a broad range of individuals and organizations. The Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable ORâ&#x20AC;˘ Dental Assistant will function within the provisions of the Vision, Mission, Values, policies and procedures of the Northern Health Region (NHR) and â&#x20AC;˘ Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive will incorporate NHR core competencies into working practice (Customer/ information Client Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and â&#x20AC;˘ Must be willing to travel within the city Collaboration, Development of Self and Others, and Adaptability).

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The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable Criminal Record Check and Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Abstract Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere â&#x20AC;˘ Must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and have access to a vehicle to all Northern Health Region policies and procedures. Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee Qualifications: t benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and Grade 12 education or equivalent t Successful completion of a recognized Dental Assistant Program required experience t Current active practicing registration with Manitoba Dental Association t Closing Excellent knowledge Windows (Microsoft Date: Friday,ofMarch 13,based 2020programs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Or Until Filled Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet) t Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, Minimum three (3) yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience as a Dental Assistant required t Previous experience working with Pediatric cases preferred preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. t therefore Ability to speak Cree an asset

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UNIT: GODâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAKE NARROWS SUB-OFFICE LOCATION: GODâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAKE NARROWS, MANITOBA Position: ChildNurse& Family Services Worker Home Care External Posting One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position Marcel Colomb First Nation Health Authority is seeking a Reporting to the Unit Supervisor the Child & Family Services Worker qualified individual to fulfill the role of Home Care Nurse. is responsible to implement the policies, procedures and specific

directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when Job Summary working with families and children in the field of child protection. The duties include conducting Intakes and Assessments, responding to Reporting to the Home Care Manager, the Home community service requests and carrying a case load of protection Care Nurse is responsible for promoting, protecting and voluntary family files. & preserving the health of Marcel Colomb community Conducting interviews and assessments, compiling case particulars members through services directed to home care for Court, investigating/follow up on allegations of child protection clients. The Home Care Nurse provides holistic care & issues, maintaining regular visits, ensuring accurate and timely practices nursing as defined by the Registered Nurses documentation, developing long/short term case plans, developing/ Act & in compliance with the College of Registered facilitating workshops, community education and networking with Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice & Canadian collateral resources/services. 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No late â&#x20AC;˘ Must adhere to confidentiality when working with sensitive submissions will be accepted. information â&#x20AC;˘ Must be willing to travel within the city Applications Must Include: â&#x20AC;˘ Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Abstract â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Must possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and have access to a vehicle A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the position requirements Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee â&#x20AC;˘ Resume benefit package. 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under the clouds is something out of a science fiction novel. Thanks to its 50- to 75-kilometre cloud deck, pressures at the surface are 90 times that of earth. That is comparable to being a kilometre under the ocean or in a car crusher. It rains sulphuric acid (battery acid) that never reaches the ground.

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The clouds also produce the greenhouse effect, trapping the solar energy and locking it in. This keeps the day and night side a toasty 400 degrees Celsius and is so hot you could cook a large pizza in nineseconds. It is safe to say human astronauts will never visit the Venusian surface. However, in 1970 the Russians launched Venera 7 and became the first of its kind to land on another planet. The craft only lasted about 50 minutes but opened the door to the planet’s hidden secrets. Today, X-ray images pierce these clouds to reveal its landscape and volcanoes that still seem to be erupting. Venus along with Mercury are termed inferior planets as they reside inside earth’s orbit. It takes only 224 days for Venus to circle the sun and takes on different phases when viewed through a telescope, much like we see with the moon as more or less sunlight illuminates its surface. On March 1, Venus will only be illuminated by 62 per cent. It reaches its farthest point from the sun on March 24 and then begins to move lower to the horizon. Over the next few weeks, the planet will position itself between the sun and earth. Following this progression through a telescope, you will notice the planet growing in size as it moves closer to us but shrinking in illumination. On April 3 it will be located in the Pleiades Cluster and on the night of May 21 and 22, teams up with Mercury low in the northwest sky but will be a thin four per cent lit crescent. Known as “The Backyard Astronomer,” Gary Boyle is an astronomy educator, guest speaker and monthly columnist for the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. He has been interviewed on more than 50 Canadian radio stations and local Ottawa TV. In recognition of his public outreach in astronomy, the International Astronomical Union has honoured him with the naming of Asteroid (22406) Garyboyle. Follow him on Twitter: @astroeducator or his website: www.wondersofastronomy. com.