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Submitted photo Children and adults angered by the Nelson House Education Authority suspending Nisichawayasihk Neyo Ohtinwak Collegiate principal Gail Gossfeld-McDonald after she told students that the authority was planning to send high school students to Thompson for school in September held their third protest – a march – on May 14 in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation at Nelson House. Earlier protests took place May 8 and May 12. A community meeting to discuss the issue was held May 19. Gossfeld-McDonald remains suspended with pay pending completion of an investigation into her actions.

Suspicious man approaches children in Westwood BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Thompson RCMP are investigating separate incidents in which a suspicious male approached children near Westwood Elementary School last Friday and Saturday, in one case trying to grab some children on the school playground before running away. The ﬁrst incident took place May

15 on walking trails near the school, when a man on a bicycle approached two children before their caregiver spoke brieﬂy with the man, who then left the area. The following day, a seemingly intoxicated male approached several school-aged children on the Westwood School playground, grabbing at the children before running away. Police are asking for the public’s

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Brandon police investigating death in Thompson BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Brandon Police Service is involved in the investigation of a death that occurred in Thompson. “Brandon Police Service was asked by Manitoba Justice to attend to Thompson to assist in an investigation of what they were calling an in-custody death,” Brandon Police Service public information ofﬁcer Sgt. Kevin McLean told the Thompson Citizen May 20.

Following an inquiry to the RCMP’s media relations department regarding a report of someone falling off a balcony at Princeton Towers on May 16, the Citizen was informed that the incident was being investigated by Brandon police. Under a protocol established by Manitoba Justice in 2004, which was signed by most police services in the province, police can request that an outside agency review the results of an investigation

or conduct the primary investigation in cases where civilians die or are seriously injured following an interaction with a police ofﬁcer. The protocol can also be applied to other serious potential criminal offences or events involving a police ofﬁcer if there is a public interest in activating it. The decision to request for an external agency to conduct and investigation or review the results of an investigation lies with the

First Nations communities oppose Bipole III BY MOLLY GIBSON KIRBY MOLLY@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Construction is now underway on Manitoba’s $4.6 billion Bipole III transmission line project and one First Nations community is not pleased with the construction. Bipole III will be 1,384 kilometres long, and will start from the Keewatinohk Converter Station near Gillam and end at the Riel Converter station near Springfield. Chief Michael Constant of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) stated in a May 7 press release that his community will be fighting against further construction. “The time has come for us to stand shoulder to shoulder against Manitoba Hydro and the Manitoba government for the failure to fulfill their obligations under law.” Constant continued by declaring stoppage of the related works and negotiations until these issues are addressed. “Our treaties did not relinquish the rights to the waterways. Without water Manitobans and citizens of the United States will not have the benefit of hydroelectricity. This serves as notice that the infringement upon our Aboriginal and Treaty Rights and failure to accommodate these infringements relegates hydroelectricity as a conflict black market commodity.” The proposed route will run through traditional and ancestral territories of many indigenous communities, including OCN. Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) Grand Chief Derek Nepinak said in another May 7 press release that Manitoba Hydro has not done their due diligence “Community engagement in the last few years has not adequately measured the losses that a community of families will

experience in the shifting nature of their relationship with the land brought by industry development.” Nepinak told the Nickel Belt News what needs to happen are contracts, so First Nations community members can be involved in the construction, instead of Manitoba Hydro procuring vendors from abroad. “They want to bring in certainty by bringing in other companies around the world who have successfully built bipoles who have successfully built them, but we don’t need to do that. We can do it right here, with our own hands, with our own people, without outsourcing the Canadian dollar that goes into it, that ends up leaving Manitoba or the country.” Nepinak doesn’t want First Nations communities to be unknown variables in the discussion, and he hopes negotiations can happen so there isn’t great difﬁculty getting this project ﬁnished. Scott Powell of Manitoba Hydro’s public affairs department says First Nations communities have the ability to bid for jobs. “Our hiring preferences both support and encourage participation in business and employment opportunities with aboriginal and northern communities. There have been direct negotiated contracts in some cases, and all communities have had opportunities to submit bids on various aspects of the work, and will continue to have the opportunity for work that’s coming up.” Powell noted Manitoba Hydro has awarded approximately $79 million worth of direct contracts to aboriginal joint venture companies for the clearing component of the line already. The project is scheduled to be operational in 2018.

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A foundation that is helping raise funds for families involved in the missing and murdered indigenous women and girls (MMIWG) crisis has been provincially incorporated. The Families First Foundation started in September 2014 with the help of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) working with the Southern Chiefs’ Organization and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO). The ﬁrst phase focused on ﬁnding a voice, and bringing affected families from the province together to have open and safe discussions about the foundation and what they need to offer. From these sessions four themes came forward. They were tangible actions, education and awareness, addressing the families’ concerns regarding policing, and achieving co-ordination, collaboration, comprehensive and centralized services for the families to help with the grieving process.

Phase two has started and will run until July. During this phase there will be broader community engagement with families, elders, youth and grandmothers to co-ordinate supports and resources. The foundation is a separate legal entity from the AMC. AMC Grand Chief Derek Nepinak says funds raised for and within the foundation are from concerned citizens. “This foundation will allow people to come together for feasts or events, and that will happen because I will put my money, that’s in my personal pocket, into that foundation, just as much as any other caring and concerned citizen can do. We’re looking at raising very signiﬁcant amounts so we can start helping families directly.” Although Nepinak doesn’t want to put a hard number on the table, he says the community-based board might, as they will be the guides for the foundation. However, as of now Nepinak says the foundation has raised a large amount. “I say estab-

lishing the foundation, and all the people to work on it, AMC in-kind donations, lawyers putting in time for paperwork, I’d say that there’s already been a couple thousand dollars that has gone into this.” With the creation of this foundation, AMC hopes to create real change. “I think that the dialogue respecting women and girls that have been murdered or are missing have been between our families and our communities, and the government. The establishment of the foundation, and what we’ve opened the door for, is the opportunity for other participants within Canada to participate, and rather than come out onto the street, and march, what it allows for, is for the citizen to step forward with a dollar from their pocket.” A ﬁnal draft report will be presented at the July 21-23 AMC meeting at Opaskwayak Cree Nation for the chiefs to review, consider, accept and then endorse. Once accepted phase three – the implementation of Families First – will start in August.

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Major funding for new wastewater treatment plant for Thompson I was pleased last week to make a major provincial commitment to building a new wastewater plant in Thompson. I joined with federal minister Shelly Glover and Thompson Mayor Dennis Fenske to announce that the province will be costsharing the construction cost of more than $36 million. The $12 million provincial cost-share is one of the biggest single provincial investments in municipal infrastructure in the province. The total estimated cost of the project is $36.5 million, and the estimated completion date of the new facility is June 2018. The need for a new wastewater facility is clear. The current plant was built in 1958 and the sewage lagoon was built in 1970. A new plant is needed to meet current environment-

MLA Report ashton@mts.net Steve Ashton al standards. This is important to our community. It may not be something you see on a daily basis, but the fact that it will be there says we’re a progressive city, it says we’re a city that cares about the environment and our citizens and neighbouring communities. As Mayor Fenske said, the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant is a vital piece of infrastructure needed to address our aging infrastructure and meet the demands of our growing

community. I would like to commend former Mayor Tim Johnston and council as well as the current Mayor Dennis Fenske and council for their commitment to the project. I would also like to commend the federal government for their commitment. The announcement is good news all the way around. It will improve the environment and at the same time limit the cost to our citizens. A good news story for Thompson and the North.

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Selfless ambition My oldest son just turned two years old. He is a bright young boy and loves to laugh, but he has something engrained in his DNA that every person has. Selfishness. It leaves relationships strained or broken. It leaves people lonely. It discourages teamwork. When you’ve spent time with someone who is nothing but consumed with themselves, you leave not refreshed, but brought down and perhaps frustrated. This is not an irregularity, but rather something we’re born with. We have a desire to think about and look after ourselves first, and others second, if ever. When a two-yearold wants a toy that another kid has, oftentimes I’ve noticed that the first reaction is to take it away from them. Unless they have been taught that sharing is good, and we aren’t supposed to just grab toys, their instinct is to take what they want when they want it. Granted some children are better at playing than others, but if you’ve been around young kids or kids of any

Spiritual Thoughts midwaybiblecamp@gmail.com Cohle Bergen age for that matter, you’ll notice this is often true. Unfortunately, we don’t really learn our lesson when we’re young, but we tend to carry this attitude with us when we grow. Selfishness has crept its way into all aspects of our life. We are late sometimes because of selfish excuses, “I know I’m late for school, but I just wanted a bit more sleep.” If we get into an argument and hurt a relationship with someone else, “If they could just see my point of view!” How often after a fight do you realize that you were not considerate at all of the other’s feelings? Like many other things in life, we have the ability to turn this attitude around. From selfishness to selflessness. I don’t

know if I have ever put someone else’s needs before mine and truly regretted it. Anger itself would almost go away if we only were concerned about the others’ well-being instead of or before our own. The saying “Look out for number one” is an example of what society says we should be doing, but unless “number one” is someone else, we’re headed in the wrong direction. The Apostle Paul was a person who tried to lead by example. He was known as one who was okay with being in prison for being a Christian, just so that he could talk to other people in jail about how Jesus died for them to be free from sin! He is quoted in the second chapter of his letter to the Philippian

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My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com Marc Jackson as well as assistant administrator Sharon Meuse. Coun. Aldon Kowalchuk was absent. The event got underway at 6:30 p.m. After Mayor Stephen opened the meeting, she thanked those present for attending, before handing the floor over to Deputy Mayor Forsyth-Flamand to facilitate the presentation. The deputy mayor then gave a short lesson on the town’s method of taxation; explaining in essence that taxes work on a mathematical formula, starting with a mill rate and multiplying it by the assessment to come up with taxes owing. Before she was a minute into the presentation, the first question hit the floor. It came from Betty Wasny and she asked if Hudbay would be paying money in lieu of taxes for the Snow Lake Mine property or if the land and buildings would be assessed taxes as they had under QMX Gold. The deputy mayor advised nothing had changed and Hudbay would be assessed taxes on the property as the previous owner had. There were several other questions in respect to this and finally Forsyth-Flamand cut them short and stated that the presentation would proceed first and council would attempt to answer questions later. Getting into the presentation, Forsyth-Flamand advised that there will be a modest increase in taxes for 2015 and that the council had contracted former administrator Jeff Precourt to prepare the budget. The mill rate for 2015 will come

in at 59.472 mills, made up of 27.01 mills for education, and 32.462 for municipal. The total budget is 2,495,575.22 in 2015, as compared to 2,412,910.83 in 2014, an increase of 3.3 per cent. In regard to the 2015 education (Frontier School Division and provincial education) levies, they increase from $951,000 to $974,000, or 2.42 per cent. She said that the community’s taxable assessment had increased from $36,895,000 to $37,980,000 (2.94 per cent) in 2015, before moving on to the mining payment in lieu figure. This remained static at $744,420, with only Hudbay contributing. The deputy mayor then stated that for the first time in four years, council would be drawing money from their reserve funds, as a figure of $45,000 will be transferred to make up for a revenue shortfall. In respect to capital purchases for 2015, there are a few: a $105,000 paving program on Copper Road; $25,000 for a public works pickup; $25,000 for a commercial lawnmower; and $12,500 for new chairs at the Lawrie Marsh Hall. Money ($157,192) will also be transferred to reserve; this includes $37,192 to the gas tax fund, $20,000 to the protective vehicle fund, $80,000 to the equipment fund, $10,000 to the building fund and $10,000 to the playground fund. On the utility side of the budget there are also several expenditures during the coming year; they are:

finishing up wastewater treatment plant construction at $101,000; a wastewater treatment plant digester cover at $91,000; the water treatment plant computer/ SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) at $8,000; a water treatment plant solenoid valve at $5,000; and a wastewater treatment plant truck dump access point, coming in at $5,000. In 2014, the utility operated at a deficit of $132,673; however, in 2015 our council is budgeting for a surplus of $42.95. Forsyth-Flamand closed by stating that the key issues in the coming year are: operation of the wastewater treatment plant (which one would assume is almost a necessity); beginning a water/sewer infrastructure renewal program; and commencing a utility rates survey. When the deputy mayor’s overview had finished, she and the rest of council took questions from the gallery; however, on this evening it appeared that those asking the questions were better prepared than the folks answering. In council’s defense, although they did the budgeting, they didn’t prepare the budget document or the PowerPoint used in its presentation. This work was contracted at a cost of $6,500 to former administrator Jeff Precourt. Having said that, if they knew they were lacking on the finer points of the document, they should have had Precourt on hand for the presentation. As luck would have it, one of the first questions asked was by Lillian Haines and she wanted to know why council felt they had to hire Precourt to do up their budget, when they had a new administrator on the payroll (who Haines pointed out was trained under another such contract Continued on page 11

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Drag the Red

Nickel Belt News photo by Molly Gibson Kirby University College of the North (UCN) students are selling bracelets to raise funds for Drag the Red. Volunteers have been committed to dragging the bottom of the Red River in hopes of ďŹ nding missing persons since 2014. Students were at UCN on May 19 and will be at the City Centre Mall on May 29.

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Hard water

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Ann Bowman Paint Lake was still ice-covered when this photo was taken May 9 though the ice had receded from the shoreline by the Victoria Day long weekend.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Police week marked with Cross Lake barbecue

New Post Diploma Certiﬁcate

EARLY LEARNING AND CHILD CARE ADMINISTRATION The post diploma certificate will provide further education for graduates from the University College of The North Early Childhood Education program and other approved programs in the province of Manitoba. Graduates will be eligible to apply for classification level three from Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care office. On-line program

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

This two year diploma is designed to maximize student’s knowledge skills and attitudes required for employment and advancement in the ﬁeld of Early Childhood Education. Thompson campus and running second year in The Pas

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION WORKPLACE PROGRAM In the Early Childhood Education Workplace Program students complete the diploma program by attending classes two full days per week and will return to their place of employment for three days per week. Thompson and The Pas campus

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For more information about all these programs, visit www.ucn.ca or contact Barb Carlson, Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator at bcarlson@ucn.ca and 204-677-6673.

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of RCMP Pimicikamak Cree Nation elected officials and staff, including chief administrative officer Darlene Back, left, financial officer Roseanne Macfagden, second from left, Chief Kathy Merrick, third from right, Vice-Chief Shirley Robinson, second from right, and Coun. William Osborne, who oversees the justice portfolio, right, marked Canadian Police Week at a community barbecue with with Cross Lake RCMP detachment members including Cpl. Joe Duncan, third from right. Canadian Police Week began in 1970 as a way for police to connect with their communities and increase awareness about the services they provide.

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Harper government putting Churchill at risk The Port of Churchill and the Hudson Bay Rail line are important assets for our region and for Canada. That is why it is so concerning to see the Harper government putting its future at risk. In recent years the key to the Port of Churchill has been the Canadian Wheat Board. It has been the major shipper of grain

through the port, year after year. The Harper government put this at risk when it dismantled the single desk structure of the board. It proceeded to put in a temporary subsidy for the shipping of grain with no long-term commitment to the port. If this wasn’t bad enough the government has now sold a majority

MP Report Ashton.N@parl.gc.ca Niki Ashton stake in the former Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) to a partnership between U.S. ﬁrm Bunge and a

subsidiary of the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Co. The CWB built a global

reputation because of the hard work and investments by Canadian farmers. After dismissing a bid from Canadian farmers, the Harper government has handed over majority control of one of Canada’s largest global players on a silver platter to foreign ownership. Details so far indicate that taxpayers will not

be seeing any returns from the sale of this former Crown corporation, and the minority share given to Canadian farmers in the new corporation can be revoked completely in seven years at the sole discretion of the new majority owners. Once again, farmers get no say. Once again the Port of Churchill is being put at risk.

Budget passes despite lack of answers Continued from Page 8 earlier in 2014). ForsythFlamand answered that it was a timing issue and that she would not get into personnel issues. Not leaving it at that, Betty Wasny noted that Mr. Precourt was also paid to produce the 2014 budget document because the new administrator didn’t, then, have the experience to do it. She wondered why council wouldn’t hire a headhunting ﬁrm to pinpoint the proper personnel for the job. Haines chimed in and wanted to know who on council had voted to hire Precourt to do the 2015 budget; Mayor Stephen stated that they all did. Haines replied that she was concerned about the

cost of having the budgets prepared by Precourt. At this Forsyth-Flamand suggested that they move from personnel issues to the reason everyone was in attendance – the budget. The next question was on the budget and it came from Dave Mayer. He pointed to line 1212 in the document and asked why the 2014 actual figure ($215,972) for chief administrative officer and staff salary was so much higher than the budgeted figure ($165,000). The deputy mayor replied that council had to pay out vacation for the retiring assistant administrator and former administrator as well as the salary for the people replacing them. Mayer acknowledged the extraordin-

ary circumstances from the previous year, but then asked why council was budgeting $226,250 in the same line this year. ForsythFlamand admitted that she didn’t know and would get back to Mayer on his query. Mayer continued with more questions in respect to whether rent was factored whenever equipment was used, so that the council had a breakdown of expenses. Assistant administrator Meuse advised that the utility was charged $20,000 rental for use of the excavator and loader last year. Mayer thought this was low. Another member of the gallery, Dawn Roberts stated that there should be a breakdown of all expenses and revenue on the budget

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documents. “We’re asking questions here that we wouldn’t have to, if there was more of a breakdown,” she said. Betty Wasny called attention to a difference of $20,000 budgeted in salaries for two public works employees as compared to the costs for two recreation workers. The deputy mayor couldn’t answer and said that she would get back to her on the difference. Coun. Roberts noted that the difference could lie in the fact that the town is looking to hire another worker for the public works crew. Dawn Roberts said that she would have to question why - with the number of workers that the town already has – no one is mechanically in-

clined. “And you still want to hire someone else?” she added. A question was asked about the garbage service and whether council had considered changing it back to a contract. Forsyth-Flamand said that it was something to consider. A question is relation to why utility administration costs will fall by over $100,000 next year could not be answered. Chris Samborski suggested that future discussions in respect to Hudbay’s payment in lieu focus on money for infrastructure. To which Betty Wasny added, “Yes, we get assessed huge amounts of money every year and they don’t!” At this point, there were

no further questions and Forsyth-Flamand stated that she had written down questions that went without response and would get answers to those who asked them. Later in the regular meeting when second and third readings of the budget bylaw came up, Coun. Roberts asked if council could pass the budget when there were legitimate questions about budget lines that they had no answer for. The suggestion was made that council could get questions answered and then pass the budget later in the week; however, after more discussion, they decided instead to pass the budget and tax levy – unanimously.

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FACILITIES HEALTH TECHNICIAN CARE AIDE In this program, students learn the skills necessary to manage, maintain and operate a variety of facilities such as ofﬁce buildings, arenas and schools. The program is available to those currently employed or seeking employment in the housing, construction or community service industry.

For speciﬁc information about the program, the program contacts may be reached at (204) 627-8514 or toll-free at 1-866-627-8500 ext. 8514 or (204) 677-6859 or toll-free at 1-866-677-6450 ext. 6859.

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The Health Care Aide program is a six-month certiﬁcate program that prepares students to function as a health care team member in institutional and community settings. The program is available in a number of locations. For speciﬁc information, the program contact may be reached at (204) 734-9823 in Swan River.

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505 • HOUSES FOR SALE CLASSIFIED@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET 301 • HELP WANTED

LIVING WATER CHURCH

CHRISTIAN COUNCIL DIRECTORY ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC

NOW HIRING

2nd level plumbers up to red seal plumbers. Requires drivers licence, basic tools, beneﬁt pack available. mrplumb@mts.net 204-677-2013 17nb-tfn-nb

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Fr Subhash Joseph and Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree R. 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy 126 Goldeye 677-3435 Sunday School 9:45 service at 11 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Pastor Ted Goossen 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am

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Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am THOMPSON congregations worship at

183 Cree Rd, Thompson MB, R8N 0C2 Toll free: 1-800-565-2401 PH: 204-778-8387 FAX: 204-677-4087

52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays. Phone 204-677-4495 GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Dave Cook 35 Station Road 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 AM Service 11:00, PM Service 7:00 Prayer Meeting- Wednesday 7 PM

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS EVERYONE WELCOME SUNDAYS AT 10 AM 83 COPPER RD For more information, church tours or home visits call the Missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org

APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH 111 GOLDEYE CRESCENT Service Schedule Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service 3:00 pm Sunday School 7:00 pm Evening service Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time. Contact us at 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003

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DON’S ROOFING & Exteriors re roofs, sofﬁt facia, eavestrough, siding. 20 years in rooﬁng. Thompson and surrounding areas. Free estimates, fully insured. Call 204-679-6503. 15nbgcd-20-d

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft. available. Cameron/ Hoe building 81 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto. 204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306477-5668. 19nb-tfn-nb 2 COMMERCIAL SPACES for Rent One - 1,300 sq ft with storefront location, retail or ofﬁce Two - 1,600 sq ft, ideal for light industrial or commercial use, easy load & unload & parking access, very reasonable rates. Call 204-677-2957 or 250491-3946. 19nb-tfn-nb

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Ps Peter Elias 456 Westwood Dr. S. LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF

REMOTE CABIN at Paint Lake. 1000 sq ft large deck, screened in deck, propane + 115 V fridge. Valley comfort woodstove, southwest exposure, large trees. 204-670-1649. 19nb-6-d

Full/part time front desk for night shift Full time/part time Housekeeping staff.

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BURNTWOOD HOTEL and THOMPSON INN Work with Us – Be Part of Our Team! Employment Opportunities are available for the following positions: Front Desk - part time Server (restaurant) - day shift Head Housekeeper Line Cook - part time Security - part time Bar Servers - part time Housekeeper - part time Front Desk - part time Maintenance – full time Bookkeeper – part time Interested individuals are requested to drop off their resumes at the front desk of either hotel or email: dhorvath@themarlborough.ca TREE SUNS is looking for a class 3 driver with air brakes and is also looking for general labour. You can contact Jason at 204-677-4801 or fax resume to 204778-4168. 20nb-2-nb LIVE-IN CAREGIVER required. Full time for 3 children, ages 7, 5 and 6 months. $11 per hour. Housekeeping, meal prep and completion of highschool. Accommodation is free of charge. Email marcelino.ciara@yahoo.ca to apply. 19nb-4-d MYSTERY SHOPPERS WANTED Nation al Market Research company seeks individuals to evaluate customer experience at local establishments in Thompson, MB. Apply FREE: shop.bestmark. com or call 1-800-969-8477.17nb-5-d

302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY & Dry cleaners. Coveral & mat rental business. 5000 sq ft building (new roof 2013) 145 Hayes Rd. Satellite store at Thompson Plaza. 9nb-tfn-nb

403 • MOTORCYCLES FOR SALE 2011 TRIUMPH speed master- 1714 kms, not a scratch, highway bar, quick release roadster plus summer windshields, cover, rear carry rack, safetied, needs nothing - $6300. Phone: 204307-1101. 19nb-6-d

The Public Health Inspector Student Bursary Program

Apply today and receive as much as $30,000 to help pay for your education. Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) are vital members of the community health system. As a PHI, your primary focus is to safeguard the well being of Manitobans by educating them about public health issues, monitoring facilities and developments and enforcing public health information.

The Public Health Inspector Student Bursary Program Manitoba needs more PHIs in our smaller urban centres. That is why the province is offering bursaries of between $10,000 to $15,000 per year to help students like you obtain your degree in environmental health and become a PHI. The amount of the bursary you receive is dependent on the type of program in which you enrol.

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Pastor Archie McKay Ph: 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00pm. Light of the North Church 32 Nelson Road

HOUSE FOR SALE -R2000 bilevel in Thompson, one of the newest houses in Thompson. Open concept LR/kitchen, oak laminate floors, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2210 sq ft on two levels, fenced yard, central air, HRV. Great price at $289,000! A must see. Call 204-677-8075 for more info or appt to view. Private sale. 19-GCD-24-nb

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In return for your bursary and following your certiﬁcation as a PHI, you must sign a training/funding agreement for work for the Manitoba government for two or three years in a rural or northern community. Closing date for applications is June 8. For more information about this exciting career opportunity, please visit Manitoba.ca/govjobs. Search competition #1314002.

KEEP THOMPSON GREEN & CLEAN!

114 JUNIPER DRIVE Saturday May 23, 8 am to 1 pm 15 DESPINS Saturday May 23, 8 am to 1 pm MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE 36 Yale Ave. Friday, May 22, 2-7 pm. Toys, kids’ clothes, household items, crafts, Guinnea pig/rabbit enclosure, home made baking, hot dogs. RUMMAGE SALE AND BAKE SALE Long forgotten, hidden, garage and attic ﬁnds. St. James the Apostle Anglican Church. Sat, May 30, 8 am - 1 pm. Donations are welcome and can be dropped off at St. James the Apostle

prior to the rummage sale on Wednesday May 27, Thursday, May 28 or Friday, May 29 between 6 and 8 pm. Proceeds to Raise the Roof project. Beverages (coffee, tea) and mufﬁns available for purchase as you browse. 20nb-2house 351 WESTWOOD DR. Saturday May 23, 8 am to 12 pm. No early birds please. 64 PICKEREL CRES. Sat, May 23 811:30 am. Children’s clothing, toys, car top carrier and household items. MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE 31 Eider Bay, Friday, May 22, 5-9 pm, Sat, May 23, 8 am - 2 pm.

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Careers 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.

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.

BUSINESS INSTRUCTOR

ENGLISH LITERATURE INSTRUCTOR

Classification: Instructor Term Position: August 17, 2015 to April 29, 2016 The Pas and Thompson, MB Competition No. 15-029 Closing Date: June 1, 2015 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.

Classification: Instructor Term Position: August 17, 2015 to April 29, 2016 The Pas, Thompson and Norway House, MB Competition No. 15-034 Closing Date: June 1, 2015

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

COMPUTER SERVICES TECHNICIAN

Classification: Computer Operator 2 Full-Time Regular Position The Pas, MB Competition No. 15-046 Closing Date: May 27, 2015

Classification: Computer Operator 2 Full-Time Regular Position Thompson, MB Competition No. 15-047 Closing Date: May 27, 2015

Full Time, Part Time & Term Youth Care Practioners Kisewatisiwin Services-Thompson COMPETITION NUMBER: 2387.05.15 Macdonald Youth Services requires full time, part time and term Youth Care Practitioners to work within the Kisewatisiwin Services, working with high-need adolescents with multiple treatment issues. The successful applicant will be required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and weekends QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a nurturing, caring and safe environment for youth in a residential setting and must display the ability to understand and support treatment goals and to develop and maintain positive relationships with youth who demonstrate a wide range of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties. Good written and verbal communication skills are required. As team members, duties may include, but are not limited to: administrative responsibilities, crisis management, maintaining health standards as directed by residential licensing requirements, budgeting, and contributing to treatment programming. Sound judgment, stress management, and good role modeling skills are required. Valid driver’s license is mandatory, willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification, minimum of 18 years of age, possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), and possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Child Abuse Registry Check. SALARY RANGE: $27,727.49 - $43,622.31 d.o.q per annum, plus competitive benefits plan. This position is also entitled to a Northern allowance equal to an additional five percent (5%) of the salary. Salary will be prorated to the length of the term and part-time position. Interested candidates are requested to submit a resume by 12:00 noon June 5, 2015. Resumes may be faxed, 778-7778, emailed, northern. careers@mys.mb.ca, or delivered to 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 noon April. 30, 2015.

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MYS is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact Check. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about our other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit our website www.mys.ca.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THOMPSON ARE YOU PREGNANT? STRUGGLING WITH USE OF EITHER ALCOHOL OR DRUGS? InSight Mentoring can help. This is a free service available to women that are pregnant or may have given birth in the past year. InSight Mentoring can help you identify your goals and help you achieve them. Please call 204-677-5372 or 204-778-1521 between 8:30-4:30 pm for more information. THE THOMPSON BELL RINGERS invites the community to a musical Spring Fling. Monday, May 25 starting @ 7 pm @ The Northern Spirit Manor. Silver collection at the door with proceeds going towards the Java Music Club starting for residents at the manor. Everyone welcome! IF YOUR LOVED ONE or friend has a problem with alcohol, and you need help, join the Alanon group meeting at 1079 Cree Rd at the Nickel Group trailer, across from Co-op Gas, Wed at 8 pm. Call Wendy at 204-778-7841 for information. ENGLISH CLASSES FOR NEWCOMERS at University College of the North. Registration is every Thursday, at 5:30 second floor room 213 at UCN. Talk to us about our classes. PRENATAL CLASSES are free and held every other month on Wednesday evenings at the Northern Health Region building (next to the Hospital). We welcome all pregnant women and a support person to join us in learning about the birthing process, tour our hospital and discuss breastfeeding. All classes are facilitated by a Public Health Nurse. Please contact Angela, a Public Health Nurse at (204) 778-1550 to register or for more information. SUFFER FROM ANXIETY/DEPRESSION? A support group will be starting again, can you give an hour or two of your time to get some help? Learning and helping each other does work. Let’s join together and get back our health. Phone Barbara at 204-778-6306 at Anxiety Disorders of Manitoba. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 1079 Cree Road (Nickel Group) across from Co-op Gas bar. If you drink that’s your business. If you want to quit that’ our business. We can help. For more info call 204-677-4696 or 204-778-7986. DO YOU HAVE A DISABILITY? Are you looking for employment or work experience and have a disability? The Thompson Supported Employment Program (TSEP) provides a comprehensive variety of quality employment services to persons with disabilities as well as acting as a resource to local progressive employers. For more information or to book an appointment: contact Thompson Supported Employment Program at 204-677-8322.

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Careers PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA MAINTENANCE CLERK LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE

The YWCA Thompson is seeking 3 Summer Students The YWCA Thompson invites applications from students who were registered in school during the past academic year and who are planning to return to school in the next academic year. Women’s Programs Assistant Responsibilities Include: Providing support to the Y’s Women’s Centre drop-in program and leading a girls summer activity program. Qualifications Include: Interest in social studies and/or planning to enroll in a Bachelor of Social Work program, compassionate and nonjudgemental, and administrative experience. Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry check is required. Finance and Administration Assistant Responsibilities Include: Processing accounts payable and receivable and other administrative duties such as archiving and filing. Qualifications Include: Strong aptitude with numbers, organizational and computer skills. Criminal Record check is required. Hostel/Housing Assistant Responsibilities Include: Providing administrative and general support to the YWCA hostel that provides long-term stays to otherwise homeless residents of Thompson. Qualifications Include: Strong interpersonal skills, customer service experience and administrative experience. Criminal Record check is required. Employment Terms: 35 hours per week @ $10.70 per hour. Start date to be determined. Apply by June 3, 2015 to: Executive Director, YWCA Thompson By email ywcaexdir@mymts.net or fax 204.778.5308 or drop off resume at 39 Nickel Road, Thompson, MB R8N OY5

Summer Student Employment The City of Thompson invites applicants for Summer Students for the RecreaƟon, Parks and Culture department for the months of June, July and August. • Summer Student Labourers • Summer Camp Coordinator • Camp Counselors • Wading Pool AƩendants Please specify the job you are applying for and return the applicaƟon to City Hall. ApplicaƟons are available at City Hall or online at www.thompson.ca Resumes outlining educaƟon, experience, qualiĮcaƟons and references will be accepted up to and including Monday, May 25, 2015. Those interested may apply in conĮdence to:

Position:

Maintenance Clerk, Finance Department Full Time Permanent position

HUDSON BAY RAILWAY

Immediate Employment Opportunity Hudson Bay Railway, a division of OmniTRAX, is seeking a full-Ɵme employee for the following posiƟon:

Roadmaster, Thompson, MB For more informaƟon please visit: www.omnitrax.com. Interested applicants should submit their cover leƩer and resume by email to Manitoba@omnitrax.com or by fax to 204-953-3687.

Summary of Position: Reporting to the Director of Finance the Maintenance Clerk performs accounting support functions and is a team player in the Finance Department at Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba. Responsibilities include processing and issuing payments to caregivers, data entry and maintaining an accurate ﬁling system etc., responsible for maintaining conﬁdentiality in accordance with the Agency Policy & Procedure Manual. The incumbent must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and be able to locate inadequacies and discrepancies in the system. Time management skills are essential that will ensure work deadlines are met; payments are administered and job responsibilities are performed in a timely manner.

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Downtown Ambassador Program The City of Thompson in cooperaƟon with the Manitoba Liquor Control Commission and Thompson Neighbourhood Renewal CorporaƟon is accepƟng applicaƟons for the following part-Ɵme posiƟons:

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“In cooperaƟon with local agencies, endeavor to enhance the local downtown area by creaƟng a safe and friendly environment.”

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Downtown Ambassadors must create a safe, friendly environment in the downtown area, be approachable and recepƟve to all inquiries made by ciƟzens and visitors, be aƩenƟve to surroundings and deter any potenƟal crime, be a posiƟve example and inŇuence and work in partnership with fellow team members, RCMP and Fire and Emergency Services. The posiƟon requires a minimum of Grade 12 educaƟon or equivalent; current criminal background and Provincial Child Abuse Registry Checks; Įrst aid and CPR cerƟĮcaƟon, be physically Įt and capable of walking or biking eight hours a day in all weather condiƟons. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to work well with the general public and have an understaƟng and demonstrated knowledge of working with the homeless populaƟon. The ability to speak Cree or Dene is considered an asset.

Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: dkondakor@thompson.ca

Interested candidates are asked to idenƟfy which of the two posiƟons being applied for and to submit their resume by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May 25, 2015. Deanna Kondakor, HR Manager City of Thompson 226 Mystery Lake Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6 FAX: (204) 677-7981 E-Mail: dkondakor@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.

Business Administration Diploma and accounting experience or a related post secondary certificate and accounting experience will be considered Knowledge of Child and Family Services legislation and standards is an asset Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent assessment skills Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team setting Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree or Dene language would be considered an asset

Working Conditions: • • •

Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check Must be able to work in a fast paced environment Minimal travel required

Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience

Closing Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2015

A covering letter indicating the position applying for, updated resume and three references can be sent to:

Human Resource Department Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great beneﬁts package to employees. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please RECYCLE Who offers you a career with... • competitive wages? • work/life balance? • professional development? • the opportunity to make a difference?

Case Manager (Thompson Office) As a member of the Regional Case Management team located in Thompson, Manitoba, you will adjudicate and manage claim files from an assigned employer group, provide primary rehabilitation services to injured workers, promote disability management concepts to stakeholders and coordinate vocational rehabilitation and other professional services. To learn more, visit www.WCBdoes.com. Closing date: June 1, 2015

WCB is committed to providing a respectful and diverse workplace reflective of Manitoba.

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JOB POSTING Community Addictions Worker

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Full Time-Permanent ADDICTIONS FOUNDATION OF MANITOBA Eaglewood Addictions Centre Thompson, MB 90 Princeton Drive

The Manitoba government offers you opportunity, diversity and a rewarding career.

The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) is a Crown Agency that contributes to the health and resilience of Manitobans by providing addictions services and supporting healthy behaviors.

Financial Clerk Regular/Full-Time Manitoba Family Services, Thompson, MB Advertisement Number: 30012 Closing Date: June 1, 2015 Salary Range: $38,072 to $43,670 per year Preference will be given to Aboriginal People, Persons with a Disability and Visible Minorities. Applicants are requested to indicate on their cover letter, resume and/or application if they are Aboriginal, a Person with a Disability or a Visible Minority. An eligibility list may be created to ďŹ ll similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Conditions of Employment: s -UST BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN #ANADA s ! SATISFACTORY #RIMINAL 2ECORDS #HECK !DULT !BUSE 2EGISTRY #HECK AND #HILD !BUSE 2EGISTRY #HECK

Essential: s %XPERIENCE WORKING IN A lNANCE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ROLE INCLUDING REVIEWING ASSESSING coding and processing payments. s %XPERIENCE MAINTAINING CONlDENTIAL lNANCIAL AND CLIENT RECORDS IN ELECTRONIC AND alphabetical format. s !BILITY TO PLAN AND ORGANIZE WORKLOAD IN A HIGH VOLUME FAST PACED ENVIRONMENT IN ORDER to meet established deadlines. s %FFECTIVE VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS s %FFECTIVE WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS s %FFECTIVE INTERPERSONAL SKILLS s 0ROlCIENCY WITH -3 /FlCE APPLICATIONS %XCEL /UTLOOK 7ORD s !BILITY TO PAY ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND MAINTAIN ACCURACY

Desired: s !DMINISTRATIVE OFlCE EXPERIENCE INCLUDING RECEPTION

Duties: The incumbent is responsible for providing a wide range of services within an assigned ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT INCLUDING IN&!#4 ACCOUNTS PROCUREMENT MAINTAIN mEET VEHICLES lLING and administrative duties for multiple programs, telecommunication requests, reception AND BACK UP FOR TRAVEL 4HIS POSITION PROVIDES A CRITICAL ROLE TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM AND SUPPORT DELIVERY WITHIN THE 4HOMPSON OFlCE

Reporting to the Program Supervisor, the Community Addictions Worker provides treatment services to individuals with severe alcohol, drug and/or gambling problems in a community-based environment. The position requires a commitment to a client-centred 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: â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

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 ďŹ&#x201A;exible 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;One AFMâ&#x20AC;? approach. Demonstrates a strong commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility. Ability to manage oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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Demonstrated ability to conduct bio-psychosocial/spiritual assessments and collaborate with clients to design client-centred, strength-based treatment plans that reďŹ&#x201A;ect 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 clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique circumstances. Demonstrated ability to maintain current and accurate conďŹ dential records of client ďŹ les. 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 clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Demonstrates the ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications.

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QualiďŹ cations: A Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in social sciences or related ďŹ eld 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 ďŹ eld 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 ďŹ elds 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 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and travel to outlying communities will be required.

9OUR COVER LETTER RESUMĂ? AND OR APPLICATION MUST CLEARLY INDICATE HOW YOU MEET THE qualifications.

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Apply to: Advertisement No. 30012 Manitoba Civil Service Commission Human Resources Services 300-305 Broadway 7INNIPEG -" 2 # * &AX %MAIL GOVJOBS GOV MB CA

7E THANK ALL WHO APPLY AND ADVISE THAT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION WILL be contacted. %MPLOYMENT %QUITY IS A FACTOR IN SELECTION !PPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO INDICATE IN THEIR COVERING LETTER RESUMĂ? AND OR APPLICATION IF THEY ARE FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability. Find out about other current job opportunities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; click on the Jobs button at manitoba.ca.

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This position may require the ability to work some evenings and varying hours. It is AFM practice to request a criminal record check and conduct and child abuse registry check prior to ďŹ nalizing the appointment of successful candidates. Competition No: Salary Range:

2015-012 $51,538 - $61,865 per annum ($27.25 - $32.71/hr) Plus Remoteness allowance if applicable (Potential to move to a maximum of $35.21 per hour with speciďŹ c qualiďŹ cations) (Under Review)

Closing Date: Apply in writing to:

May 25, 2015 Client Services Manager Northern Area Addictions Foundation of Manitoba 90 Princeton Drive Thompson, MB R8N 0L3 Fax: (204) 677-7328 Email: afmnorth@afm.mb.ca

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. AFM VALUES DIVERSITY AND LIVED EXPERIENCE www.afm.mb.ca

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