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Sports THOMPSON ARCHERS AND BOWHUNTERS 2016 annual 3D shoot Saturday June 5, 2016 Start time: 9:00 a.m.
Bronze for both Manitoba teams at National Aboriginal Hockey Championships
Place: Outdoor archery range (first left turn after the airport cargo road) Registration fee: ABAM members - $20.00 Non ABAM members - $25.00 Children $10.00 50/50 tickets For more information contact: Telena: 204-307-0971 Charles: 204-307-6140 Email: thompsonarchers@gmail.com
Norman AAA Northstars Annual General Meeting May 18, 2016 7:30 pm Mystery Lake Motor Hotel
Nickel Belt News photos courtesy of Manitoba Aborginal Sports and Recreation Council Manitoba’s male (above) and female (below) teams both captured bronze medals at the 2016 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships, held in Mississauga, Ont. May 2-7.
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Manitoba’s male and female teams both earned bronze medals at the 2016 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships in Mississauga, Ont. May 2-7. The female team won two of three games in the round robin, opening with a 9-2 win over the North team on the tournament’s first day, beating British Columbia 3-0 on May 3 and falling 6-1 to Ontario on May 4, the final day of round-robin play. The Manitoba squad then beat Eastern Door and the North 7-2 in the playoff quarterfinals before losing to Ontario 3-2 in overtime in the semifinals to end up in the bronze medal game against B.C., where Manitoba regis-
tered a 2-1 overtime win to capture the medal. Manitoba’s male team followed a similar path to its medal, opening the tournament with a 6-5 win over Eastern Door and the North May 2, beating Saskatchewan 6-3 May 3 and falling 7-3 to Ontario in the final game of the round robin. They knocked off Alberta 6-1 in the playoff quarterfinals, fell 3-2 in overtime to B.C. in the semifinals and won the bronze with a 6-1 victory over Ontario. The female team roster included Julie Albert of Norway House Cree Nation, Kennesha Miswagon of Cross Lake First Nation and Thompson’s Shayna Moore, a Cross Lake First Nation member, as well as assist-
ant coach Christina Keeper of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation. Northern Manitobans on the male team roster included Michael Markus of Thompson, Tony Apetagon of Norway House Cree Nation and also Cross Lake First Nation members Vince Gill Scott, Keith Monias, Justin Nachbaur and Allan Kohli, who was named the tournament’s most valuable goaltender. The male North roster included Stephane Nukapiak and Jaden Sigudson of Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, as well as Austin Caza of Iqaluit, Nunavut, who each played a handful of games with the midget AAA Norman Northstars this past season. The North won the silver medal, losing 3-0 to B.C. in the final and Caza was named the championships MVP.
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Northern fire hazard modest – for now BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Amidst a devastating wildfire in Fort McMurray, and concerning conditions that have already resulted in two large blazes in southeastern Manitoba, provincial fire program manager Gary Friesen notes that, for the most part, northern fire conditions are stable. “We did have good soil moisture going into the season: we had slightly below-average snowfall, but we also had good rains from August through the fall and into the winter,” said Friesen. The moisture mitigates the period between the spring thaw and the greening period, when plants are dry and
prone to ignition. Conditions may deteriorate as we move deeper into summer, however: El Nino is expected to bring dry weather to the western parts of the province, and current predictions expect such conditions to hold until roughly July. However, Friesen notes that Manitoba sits on the border of the El Nino’s area of effect, making predictions somewhat unpredictable: While northern weather patterns seem consistent with El Nino, the recent anomalous snow and rain in the southwest is not. Nonetheless, Friesen notes, “If it happens, we’ll have a very busy season until then.”
And a busy season it is. On May 4, the CBC reported that although the province would support Fort McMurray in its disaster response efforts, it would not be volunteering firefighting personnel, due to our own volatile situation in the south. Friesen noted, “Out situation is nowhere near as critical as it is in Western Canada, but we are drying more every day.” The province’s daily fire situation report indicates 14 fires burning throughout the province from 56 fires started as of May 10, including infernos located around Beresford and Caddy lakes, which have forced the evacuation of adjacent cottage country
in both areas. In the northwest and northeastern regions as of May 10, the province has acted on five of six fires throughout the season, with only one active fire currently being actively fought by Manitoba Conservation. Humans currently present the largest danger of ignition. Fire, motorized travel, and camping in backcountry areas is under restriction in the southcentral and southwest regions of the province. Northerners are reminded to exercise caution when travelling by motor in tall grasses, and to ensure all fires are extinguished and not left unattended.
Thompson awoke with several other northern communities to a haze of smoke on May 9.
Third man charged with murder in Nicholas Brophy homicide BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
A third person has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of Nicholas Brophy, whose body was found just outside Thompson April 26. Twenty-year-old Mark Bradley Thomas of South Indian Lake was ar-
rested and charged with first-degree murder May 9 and held in custody pending an appearance in provincial court in Winnipeg May 11. Nineteen-year-old Justin Baker and Zach Linklater, 22, both Thompson residents, were charged with first-degree murder on April 30 in connection
with Brophy’s death. Brophy was 18 when he went missing last Sept. 8 after visiting a friend’s house and there had been no trace of him since, despite extensive search efforts by volunteers and police in the months after he was reported missing Sept. 9.
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SLBEC rallies strongly to stave off collapse After facing the very real possibility that the Snow Lake Beach Enhancement Committee (SLBEC) could fold, their secretary recently put forth a last-ditch plea for new membership. With that ultimatum in the balance, it appears the group may have finally attained the bodies required to put their ambitious plans into action. The SLBEC held a wellattended meeting in the Town of Snow Lake’s council chambers on the evening of April 18. An overview of the project to date and a number of other objectives were on the table for discussion. “My cry for help worked, as there were barely enough chairs at the meeting; with 15 of us there, along with a couple new members who have committed, but could not make the meeting,” said the committee’s secretary, Jill Arpin. “Due to so many new members, the meeting was mostly just a recap of what has happened … so we were all on the same page.” One major decision made at the gathering was to decline a “Canada 150” grant, the reason being they would have to commit all the money they have to secure matching funds from the grant and that money can only be earmarked for things such as fill and a new dock. “All things which we have agreed
My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com Marc Jackson are for the town to take care of, not us,” said Arpin. “We are in a much better position financially just keeping what we have made so far, which is $39,719 ($60,000 short of their initial goal of $100,000) and concentrating on the splash pad solely for now.” One large issue facing the group at present is a $10,000 donation from Cornerview, which had a stipulation that it be put towards a splash park prior to June 18. So that the deadline is met, the committee decided to buy several small features for the park and install them at a later date. “We would like to get the land levelled by the (current) water mushroom and piped in for all the planned features, as well as have the concrete poured this summer – we hope to have everything installed before the 70th [anniversary of Snow Lake],” Arpin explained. “Of course things don’t come cheap … especially things like con-
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Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson Sunset Bay Beach fundraising presence during the Canada Day celebration, the SLBEC will hold two further raffles: one in summer and another in winter and offer up framed photos of the beach area as prizes. And an interesting suggestion that gained traction at the meeting has seen the group set up a GoFundMe account, allowing ex-pat Snow Lakers to help out with the cause. Arpin confides that getting a land survey done (that all work hinges upon) remains a huge issue that the SLBEC is working diligently to
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and tennis nets, sift the larger stones from beach sand and acquire new quotes on a dock. The beach enhancement committee’s next meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on May 16 in the council chambers. Arpin hopes the group continues to generate interest and those who were at the last gathering, as well as new members, show up for it. “With so many more minds and hands, all of our hopes of enhancing the beach are actually attainable,” she said.
Grand Rapids duo third at badminton provincials BY IAN GRAHAM
Brendan Bighetty, left, and Ashelle Dick, right, of Grand Rapids School, seen here in Thompson April 30, finished third in the mixed doubles division at the high school badminton provincials in Winkler May 6-7. Nickel Belt News photo by Ian Graham
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Mixed doubles duo Ashelle Dick and Brendan Bighetty from Grand Rapids School were Northern Manitoba’s most successful competitors at the provincial high school badminton championships in Winkler May 6-7, finishing third overall after being beaten in the playoffs by the teams who went on to finish first and second. Bighetty and Dick went 6-1 in the round robin to finish first in their pool, then opened the playoffs with a 21-9 victory over Nicole Quino and Chad Hiebert of
Vincent Massey Collegiate in Winnipeg. They followed that up with a three-set win over Hiba Raza and Eric Larsen of
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overcome before beginning physical work. “We never realized this would be so difficult to get done, it has been a huge cloud over our head for a year now,” she said. The group hopes to secure the survey within the coming month or so. Nevertheless, residents will see work by the town begin as soon as the frost leaves the ground. They will remove and replace the culvert that runs through the center of the beach, put in a new swingset, purchase and install new volleyball
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Winnipeg’s Fort Richmond Collegiate before falling 1221, 12-21 to Erin Nero and Joel Nichols of Winnipeg’s J.H. Bruns Collegiate in the A-side finals. That set up a match against Cassidy Staerk and Tyler Humeny from Whitemouth School in the B-side final, which saw the Whitemouth duo, who went on to beat Nero and Nichols twice for the championship, eliminate Dick and Bighetty 21-13, 21-11. Summer Thomas of Frontier Collegiate Institute in Cranberry Portage qualified for the consolation playoffs in the girls’ singles competition and was eliminated after two straight losses. She won four of seven round-robin games.
Mindy Pelly and Trina Mitchell of Grand Rapids School won two of their seven round robin games in the girls’ doubles competition, as did Kendall Spence of Duke of Marlborough School in Churchill in the boys’ singles competition and John Ferland and Nigel Nasikapow of Grand Rapids in the boys’ doubles category. Jaiden Moise of Frontier Collegiate Institute won one boys’ singles round-robin game, as did the GormanMurray team from Gillam School in the boys’ doubles competition. Karon Weenusk of 1972 Memorial High school in Oxford House lost all her round-robin games in the girls’ singles division. Grand Rapids School finished tied for fourth in the A/AA school team rankings, collecting nine points.
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Local Angle: Don’t be surprised if Niki Ashton seeks NDP leadership – and wins FLIN FLON REMINDER It comes as no surprise that Niki Ashton is pondering another run at the leadership of the federal NDP. As the Winnipeg Free Press reports, the Churchill-Keewatinook Aski MP is thinking about whether to enter the leadership race when the time comes. “People have been asking me and are encouraging me to consider it,” Ashton told the Free Press last week. “I appreciate it.” It would be utterly shocking if Ashton decides not to run – and at least a little bit remarkable if she does not win. Ashton is one of the more recognizable New Democrat MPs, particularly now that the party has been reduced to 44 seats and many of its past stalwarts are no longer in the House of Commons. It’s not uncommon to read her name and quotes in major news publications. She is also unflinchingly left-wing. As the NDP’s disposal of centrist leader Tom Mulcair demonstrates, the party’s rank
and file is no longer interested in shifting to the right to try and broaden the base. Ashton even has experience running for leader following a failed 2012 bid that was most certainly designed not to win, but to bolster her national profile in preparation for a second, more serious run. For a few years now there has been speculation that Ashton, a Thompson resident, might move to provincial politics. She has always denied those suggestions, and given that her father Steve Ashton just lost his Thompson seat to the Progressive Conservatives, there is no obvious reason for her to make the switch. Just as Steve Ashton’s riding was formerly a “safe” NDP seat, Niki Ashton must wonder whether the Liberals will eventually overtake Churchill-Keewatinook Aski after coming mightily close in 2015. But Ashton is of such prominence in the party that even if she did lose
her Northern Manitoba riding, surely the NDP would find her a safe seat elsewhere – assuming, of course, she would choose to remain in politics. But back to the question of the party leadership. Would the NDP select as leader an MP from a riding as remote as Churchill-Keewatinook Aski? Don’t you have to reside in a major centre such as Toronto or Calgary, or at least live in Quebec, to lead a major party? Not necessarily. Note that Audrey McLaughlin, NDP leader from 1989 to 1995, represented Yukon. It might be a different story if the New Democrats were competing to form government, as they were a scant seven months ago. But this is a rebuilding party in search of a coherent, progressive identity and a leader that will back it up. Whether you prefer or abhor her politics, Niki Ashton could well be that person.
Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Winnie Shlachetka The sun sets over Wabowden Lake May 4.
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130 WEKUSKO FRIDAY, MAY 13 5- 8 PM. A little bit of everything. 28 PARTRIDGE CRES. FRIDAY, MAY, 13 4-7 PM. SATURDAY, MAY 14, 9 AM- 1 PM. Lots of kids stuff and household items. LUTHERAN-UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON. SPRING GARAGE SALE. 52 CARIBOU RD. SATURDAY, MAY 14 FROM 9 AM - 1 PM. Household, garden, camping, furniture, clothes. Donations will be accepted on Friday evening from 5 - 7. 5 RAINBOW CRES. SATURDAY, MAY 14, 8-11 AM.
> Housekeeping Aide As a member of the housekeeping team, the Housekeeping Aide maintains a high standard of housekeeping service to all departments following standards established by the Northern Health Region (NHR) and Aramark. Qualifications: Grade 10 education; previous housekeeping experience preferred. For complete list of qualifications please visit our website www.nrha.ca. Please submit resumĂŠ to: Holly Rousson, RPR, Recruitment Officer Box 240, The Pas MB. R9A 1K4 Fax: (204) 627-6805, Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca
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Looking for Summer students Must be over 18 years of age, with clear criminal record check and returning to school in fall of 2016 Please forward resume to Sabrina Norman (daymanager@junipercentre.org) 108 Nelson Road 204-677-2970
Royal Canadian Legion Burntwood River Branch #244, Thompson, Manitoba
OPERATIONS MANAGER The Royal Canadian Legion is now looking for a Operations Manager who will be responsible for data entry, accounts payable, payroll, managing HR, helping and creating organizational and program budgets in collaboration with the Executive, and other misc. tasks. This position’s primary responsibility is to ensure organizational effectiveness by providing leadership for the Legion’s ¿nancial functions. A job description can be picked up at Royal Canadian Legion Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm or at the bar from Laura until 7 pm Monday to Friday. Your resume addressed to the attention of the hiring Committee/ President can be dropped off at the Royal Canadian Legion, 244 Elizabeth Drive or faxed to (204) 677-1652. Deadline for submission is Friday June 3, 2016. We thank everyone, in advance, for your interest but only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: FOX LAKE SUB-OFFICE FOX LAKE CREE NATION Position:
Family Enhancement Worker One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position
Summary of Position: The Family Enhancement Worker will be responsible for providing supports to families in crisis, in order to address risk and strengthen family functioning. The Family Enhancement Worker undertakes thorough assessments and comprehensive planning with families, and follows a solution focused, strength based approach to making change. The Family Enhancement Worker will utilize services, develop service plans, coordinate the services needed and arrange connections to community resources. The Family Enhancement Worker will ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with provincial legislation and standards and that all programs and services are also in accordance with the policies, procedures and speciďŹ c directions/ directives of Awasis Agency. QualiďŹ cations: • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • ProďŹ ciency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting • BSW Degree preferred with experience in child welfare or combination of education and experience in a related ďŹ eld • Enrolled or interest in the BSW program is ideal • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak 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 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: Until Position is Filled A cover letter indicating the position applying for and updated resume can be sent to: Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great beneďŹ ts package to employees. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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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.
COMPUTER/MULTIMEDIA SERVICES TECHNICIAN Classification: Computer Operator 2 Full-Time Regular Position Thompson, Manitoba Competition No. 16-049 Closing Date: May 24, 2016 or until the position is filled.
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
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA REGIONAL CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES WORKERSHAMATTAWA UNIT LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE, THOMPSON, MB Position: 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 speciďŹ c directions/directives of the Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when working with families and children in the ďŹ eld 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.
Optical Assistant Thompson Eye Care is looking for a hardworking, fashion-forward individual to join our team. The successful candidate will be friendly and have excellent communications skills, in person, in writing and on the phone. We are willing to train, however, office and/or retail experience is an asset. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Competitive wages and some flexibility in hours to the right candidate. Approx. 30hrs/week. Resumes can be dropped off at Thompson Eye Care in the Westwood Mall or emailed to tammie@thompsoneyecare.ca.
The Regional Child & Family Services Worker will be working with the Shamattawa Unit out of the Thompson Central OfďŹ ce and will be required to travel to the community at the request of the supervisor. QualiďŹ cations: • BSW Degree with experience in child welfare • Combination of experience in a related ďŹ eld 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 conict resolution skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • ProďŹ ciency 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: Until position is ďŹ lled 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 701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great beneďŹ ts package to employees. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
THOMPSON REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY
Help Wanted Casual (possibility of leading to Part-Time) Security Guards For the Thompson Regional Airport Authority QualiďŹ cations: Must have valid Manitoba Security Guard Training/License. Must have computer skills and experience working with Microsoft applications including word, excel, outlook and quick books. Incumbent must have sound and independent judgment, reasoning and discretion. Must have the ability to interpret and adhere to company policies and procedures. General mathematical and bookkeeping skills would be an asset. Applicants must have a valid class 5 driver’s license. Must be able to manage and prioritize his/her workload and work in a fast paced environment. Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills and proven ability to work cooperatively in a team environment are essential. Applicants must be bondable, have a clear criminal record and provide a child abuse registry check. Duties: Reporting to the Airport Security Manager or designate the incumbents will carry out all aspects of the security requirements at the Thompson Airport including watchperson, traffic / parking patrols, attending to the ATB as required including cleaning and garbage removal, cash collection and daily reconciliation, assist in emergency situations, as required. Applicants must present a positive and professional image to all customers, inquiries and other interactions. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume how they meet the qualifications of the position. Starting wage is $20.00 per hour. Closing date is May 18, 2016. Apply to:
Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 Melissa.Lounsbury@y-yth.ca Fax: 204-778-6477
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What is justification? Spiritual Thoughts mr.richard.r.sheppard@gmail.com Richard Sheppard Justification is one of the most beautiful truths of salvation—the unworthy sinner is counted as righteous before God because of Jesus’ sinless life and atoning death (Rom. 5:11) being credited to his account, whereby
his death sentence passes over him to Jesus and he is given the gift of everlasting life (John 3:16) because the wages of his sin have been paid on his behalf (Romans 6:23; 1 Peter 3:18). Justification is a legal term meaning
Correction The article “Award-winning Grand Rapids coach has grown program from just one player” that appeared on Page 11 of the May 6 Nickel Belt News said Charles Lahaie had overseen 250 hours of tournament and practices since 2008. It should have said “250 hours of tournaments and practices each year since 2008.” The Nickel Belt News apologizes for the error.
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to be acquitted of charges, but the term can also mean to make just or righteous— both meanings are used in the Bible and both apply to the regenerate Christian. Most Christians, however, in trying to systemize salvation have incorrectly placed the Holy Spirit’s transforming work in the sanctification process and have relegated sanctification to a mere “branch” of the plan of salvation. The Bible, however, presents a much different picture. In Titus 3:4-7, the Bible says, “But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; that being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.” Justification is and is the result of the new birth that takes place at the moment of conversion (cf. John 3:3). The Holy Spirit changes us into new creatures
(2 Cor. 5:17) and, having transformed us, God declares us to be righteous—justified. Yes, justification is a declaration (Rom. 4:1-8) but it is also the new birth transformation which also takes place at the moment of salvation. How is justification obtained? Paul tells us that we are “justified by faith, [and] we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 5:1). Justification comes by faith “without the deeds of the law” (3:28) because “all have sinned” and all are condemned before God, under the law (Romans 3:19-23). Nothing that the condemned sinner can do can alleviate the penalty of the law that hangs over his head because he owes his life for the debt (Rom. 6:23). The Scriptures teach that the author of the divine law that has condemned us, God Himself, took on human flesh (John 1:1-3, 14) in the person of Jesus Christ in order to shed His blood for the forgiveness of sins (Matt. 26:28; Eph. 1:7) and to buy back the human race (1 Tim. 4:10; 2 Cor. 5:19). Through nothing of fallen human merit, God
releases the humble sinner that confesses his guilt before God, cleanses Him of his sin by virtue of the precious blood of the Lamb of God (1 John 1:9), and regenerates the unrighteous sinner into a new creation (2 Cor. 5:17). This new creature now has a new life and now needs to grow as a newborn babe in the process of sanctification, “grow[ing] in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 3:18). Both the Holy Spirit and the blood of Jesus are at work in both processes (1 Peter 1:2). However, the Bible does say, “Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only” (James 2:24). Because of this seeming contradiction to what we have just learned, many people are confused regarding whether or not the Bible teaches justification by faith or by faith and works. The Bible’s teaching is that the person receives God’s grace not as a result of any meritorious works that the person can do but as a result of God’s mercy being accessed by faith (Eph. 2:8, 9; cf. Romans 5:1;
City of Thompson commences annual spring cleanup BY KACPER ANTOSZEWSKI KACPER@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
May is spring cleanup month in the city of Thompson and director of public works Wayne Koversky invites residents to do their part in keeping their city clean with their Clean Com-
munity Challenge. Throughout the month of May, residents, families and community organizations may call public works to reserve a territory through the month, and collect trash within it at a rate of $3 per bag. Earned cash will be paid
out in a cheque at the end of the month. The keystone of the drive is Community Cleanup Day May 14: public works and the Thompson Recycling Centre will be set up at Robin’s Donuts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., handing out
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The City of Thompson invites qualiĮed applicants to submit a resume for consideraƟon: The successful candidate will be 18 years of age or older and must possess Lifesaving Society current NaƟonal Lifeguards Service Award (NLS), Lifesaving Society Instructor (LSI), Standard First Aid and Swim for Life. The candidate must have eīecƟve public relaƟon skills and good communicaƟon skills which prove an ability to give and receive verbal & wriƩen instrucƟons. Preference will be given to those applicants who also possess Instructor Trainer (IT) and NaƟonal Lifeguard Service Award Instructor (NLSI). DuƟes include preparing, teaching and evaluaƟng lessons and classes; safeguarding and supervising pool patrons; cleaning, disinfecƟng and maintaining the pool deck and miscellaneous equipment. Ability to maintain Įtness level to perform duƟes and parƟcipate in schedules. EīecƟvely communicate with the public, supervisors, part-Ɵme staī and parƟcipates in staī training sessions. Other related duƟes as per the job descripƟon. ApplicaƟons will be accepted up to and including Friday, May 20, 2016. Those interested may apply in conĮdence to: Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: cmaclean@thompson.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Thompson is commiƩed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportuniƟes. We are dedicated to supporƟng healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with high quality municipal services and faciliƟes.
3:20, 28). This saving faith is then completed, manifested or perfected in the performance of obedience (Rom. 2:13; James 2:22). The works then that justify are those performed in obedience to God out of faith, as is evidenced by James’ use of Abraham offering Isaac on the altar (cf. vv. 21-22). The works that do not justify are those performed by the unregenerate hearts portrayed in Romans 3:9-20. These people’s works are seen as dirty rags and even sinful because they do not possess the faith necessary to make their works acceptable to God (Heb. 11:6; Rom. 14:23), but thank God that He is standing at the door waiting for us to come to Him in faith! Richard Sheppard has just finished his first year at Burman University in Lacombe, Alberta. He is working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies in the PreProfessional Track program. The Thompson Seventh-day Adventist Church still meets for Sabbath service at the Thompson Multicultural Centre (97 McGill Pl.) on Saturday mornings around 11:30 a.m.
Generating bright futures Boat Patroller (Seasonal) – Gillam We are seeking an experienced Boat Patroller to join the Community Relations Department in the Gillam area. As a Boat Patroller working out of Gillam and area, you will engage in waterways management program activities aimed at making the province’s impacted waterways safe for navigation. You will have a Grade 10 education or equivalent with experience with open water travel conditions in the Gillam area. You will also possess a valid Province of Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence, and the ability to operate chainsaws, boats, and ATVs. To learn more about this position or apply online, visit our website at www.hydro.mb.ca/careers. The deadline for applications is May 19, 2016. We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview. Manitoba Hydro offers a competitive salary and benefits package and working conditions that provide for a balanced approach to work, family life and community, including a nine day work cycle.
Manitoba Hydro is committed to diversity and employment equity.
gloves and bags for community members to make some on-the-spot cash. Unlike the rest of the month, bags dropped off at Robin’s on May 14 will be paid for immediately. There’s another incentive to come out that Saturday: while Public Works will be paying $3 a bag, the recycling centre will be paying $4 for every bag of recycling dropped off. Koversky notes that both the month and the day-long event are great opportunities for organizational fundraising: “We had an individual last year who donated all of his money to the humane society, and the Boys & Girls Club are really hardcore this year: they have two big areas they’re looking at in the community for the month of May.“ Businesses are also invited to take part in the Business Challenge on May 13, where businesses can register to be provided with gloves, bags and bottled water to collect trash their area from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. “That’s where I’d like to see businesses really step up. There’s no money involved, but hey – maybe your boss will let you out for a couple of hours to clean up around your business!” Along with cleanup events, public works reminds residents that the public works yard will be accepting e-waste on Saturdays until Oct. 31, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Koversky also reminds Thompsonites of the city composting program, open at the public works yard from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, contact public works at 204-677-7970.