Nickel Belt News Volume 60 • Issue 46
Friday, November 13, 2020
Thompson, Manitoba
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41 new cases of COVID-19 reported in north Nov. 10
BY IAN GRAHAM
EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Northern Manitoba reported 33 new cases of COVID-19 Nov. 11, less than 12 hours before the entire province moved to the critical level on the Pandemic Response System effective Nov. 12. There have now been 445 cases of COVID-19 in the north since the pandemic began in March. There were 290 active cases as of 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. The second death of a northern resident from COVID-19 was also reported Nov. 11 – a female in her 60s from The Pas/Opaskwayak Cree Nation/Kelsey health district. That was one of nine deaths announced Wednesday, bringing the total since the pandemic began to 123. Most of the new northern cases announced by the province Nov. 11 were in The Pas/Opaskwayak Cree Nation/Kelsey health district, where there were 18 new cases, bringing the total to 151 active cases and 201 overall. The Cross Lake/Pimicikamak Cree Nation health district had four new cases Nov. 11, though the number of active cases dropped to 69. New cases were also reported among residents of the Grand Rapids/Mosakahiken/Moose Lake/Easterville/Chemawawin health district, which now has 18 active cases, the Norway House health district and the Sayisi Dene/Tadoule/Barren Lands/Brochet/Northlands/ Lac Brochet health district, which now has three active cases. Cases are identified by
the home addresses on the health cards of people who test positive, though some may not currently be living in that health district. Thirteen northern residents were in hospital due to COVID-19 Nov. 11, one of them in intensive care. Another 32 northern residents were isolating in alternative isolation units throughout the region as of Nov. 10, said Manitoba chief nursing officer Lanette Siragusa. The province is increasing the number of intensive care beds available as demand dictates and also increasing the number of medical beds in all regions by converting some beds intended for surgical patients to medical beds. As a result, 449 non-urgent and elective surgeries have al-
ready been postponed and further slowdowns of such surgeries through the province are being considered. Siragusa also reported Nov. 9 that there were 44 positive tests among Manitoba health care workers, including one case in the NRHA. The province has also seen the first death of a health care worker from COVID-19 in Winnipeg. The latest figures from Manitoba Hydro, reported at noon Nov. 10, showed 24 confirmed positive cases among workers at the Keeyask generating station construction site near Split Lake and Gillam, while another eight workers received “not clear” results on their initial tests and tested negative on retests
but continue to self-isolate out of an abundance of caution. There were 29 Keeyask workers isolating on site as of Tuesday. An outbreak was declared at Keeyask Nov. 3. Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO), which represents 26 Northern Manitoba First Nations, including Keeyask partners Tataskweyak Cree Nation, York Factory First Nation, Fox Lake Cree Nation and War Lake First Nation, wrote to Premier Brian Pallister Nov. 2 requesting an immediate meeting after meeting with Manitoba Hydro and public health officials earlier in the day. “The province must recognize that there is an uncontrolled outbreak of COVID-19 at Keeyask,”
said MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee in a Nov. 2 news release. “Failing to address this situation in an urgent manner will have dire consequences for the entire province. Action is needed immediately to protect the health of all Manitoba residents.” York Factory First Nation Chief Leroy Constant said on Facebook Nov. 2 that the Keeyask partner First Nations were working with the federal government’s First Nation and Inuit Health Branch to find possible isolation sites if members of the First Nations are unable to isolate themselves in their own homes. “We have asked Manitoba Hydro to shut down the camp until the virus has been contained,” Constant
wrote. A woman in her 40s from the Island Lake region whose death was announced by the provincial government Nov. 6 is the first resident of the Northern Regional Health Authority area to die as a result of COVID-19. Churchill-Keewatinook Aski MP Niki Ashton sent a letter to Manitoba chief provincial public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin that day asking him to consider increasing public health restrictions in the north. “I am hearing from many communities that there is the real potential for a major outbreak in Northern Manitoba,”Ashton wrote. “We have already seen a number of community outbreaks and there is very real concern that this could spread to other communities very rapidly. I would specifically request consideration be given to designating Northern Manitoba as a red zone with additional consideration put in place to restrict travel between communities in Northern Manitoba to essential purposes only, as evidence shows needs for restrictions. Northern Manitoba requires immediate and decisive action. We cannot sit by as COVID-19 spreads here. We need clear action reflecting the increasingly urgent situation we are facing.” Across the province, there were 431 new cases of COVID-19 reported Nov. 11. There were 218 Manitobans in hospital due to COVID-19, 32 of them in intensive care. The current test positivity rate for the province is 10.7 per cent.
Manitoba ordered many businesses to close Nov. 12 as province moved to critical level on Pandemic Response System BY IAN GRAHAM
EDITOR@THOMPSONICITIZEN.NET
The Manitoba government announced Nov. 10 that the entire province will be moving to the red or critical level on the province’s Pandemic Response System effective 12:01 a.m. Nov. 12. All social gatherings will be forbidden under the new restrictions and critical retail businesses such as pharmacies and groceries stores
will be allowed to continue operating at 25 per cent capacity. All other stores will be limited to providing online sales and curbside service or delivery. Restaurants will be limited to providing take-out and delivery services. Gyms, fitness centres, recreational activities and sports facilities must shut down. Religious gatherings will also be prohibited and casinos, libraries, museums, galleries, concert halls, hair sal-
ons, barbers and businesses providing personal esthetic services such as manicures must shut down. Schools and child care centres will remain open, said chief provincial public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin at a Nov. 10 news conference. "Keeping schools and child care centres open is important for our children,” he said. “We’re not seeing widespread transmission of
the virus at schools.” Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister also announced new support programs for small businesses, including a bridge financing program that will provide up to $5,000 this year and possibly an additional $5,000 in early 2021. The province’s wage subsidy program to support businesses that rehire staff will also be changed so that proof of having spent the funds will not be required
before funding is advanced. Small businesses who received $6,000 conditional loans through the province’s gap funding program will not have to pay it back, Pallister said. “It’s clear that further action is needed and this action is needed now to protect Manitobans,” said Roussin. “We need to turn these [COVID-19 case] numbers around and we need to turn them around
now. We are truly at a crossroads in our fight against this pandemic.” Pallister said 100 per cent of Manitobans need to get on board with restrictions and abide by them to help flatten the COVID-19 curve again. “These measures today are not easy measures to announce and they’re not easy for you to enact,” the premier said. “The next few weeks are not going to be easy.”
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Norway House investigation leads to three arrests and seizure of gun in Winnipeg An RCMP investigation in Norway House led to three arrests and the seizure of a gun, money and gang paraphernalia. After a Nov. 6 investigation, the Manitoba RCMP North District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team provided information to the Winnipeg Police Service that a man would be travelling from Norway House to Winnipeg while in possession of a gun. The Winnipeg police Tactical Support Team and Guns and Gang Unit executed a search warrant at a Winnipeg residence
Nov. 8, seizing an SKS rifle, cash, drug packaging material and score sheets and Bloodz street gang paraphernalia. Wilford Forbister, 28, of Norway House was arrested along with Sterling Owen, 24, of Winnipeg, and Jeanine Berens, 30, of Winnipeg. Forbister is charged with possessing an unauthorized firearm, storing a firearm contrary to regulations, two charges of possessing a firearm in violation of a prohibition order and failing to comply with an undertaking. Owen is charged with pos-
sessing an unauthorized firearm, storing a firearm contrary to regulations and two counts of possessing a firearm in violation of a prohibition order as well as two counts of failing to comply with the conditions of a release order and possessing proceeds of crime worth more than $5,000. Berens is charged with unauthorized possession of a firearm, careless storage of a firearm, storing a firearm contrary to regulations, three counts of failing to comply with a release order and possessing proceeds of crime worth over $5,000.
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RCMP photo Three people were arrested by Winnipeg police executing a search warrant Nov. 8 after Manitoba North District RCMP informed them that someone from Norway House was travelling to Winnipeg while in possession of a gun. An SKS rifle was recovered during the search in Winnipeg.
All Manitobans can now report certain crimes to RCMP online Online crime reporting for non-emergency incidents is available to Manitobans in RCMP jurisdictions as of Nov. 2. The online crime reporting system can be used if you have lost or had stolen from you something worth less than $5,000 or if someone has vandalized your property or vehicle and it will cost less than $5,000 to repair. The system can not be used if there is a witness to or suspect in the crime, the lost or stolen items include personal identity information or firearms, or if a vehicle has lost or
stolen licence plates or decals. These types of crimes must be reported to police in person or by phone. “Two weeks ago, we launched a trial run of the Online Crime Reporting system for the Selkirk, Red River North, and Grand Marais detachment areas. The system worked extremely well and residents quickly took advantage of this new online tool,” said Manitoba RCMP criminal operations officer Chief Supt. Rob Hill in a Nov. 2 news release. “We’re hoping that by expanding the system province-wide, espe-
cially in today’s environment where limiting contact is so critically important, we are giving Manitobans in RCMP jurisdiction a safe, secure and simple way to report crime.” It takes about 15 minutes to complete an online crime report, which requires people to provide their name, address, phone number and email address. The online crime reporting tool can be access through the Manitoba RCMP website at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ mb/ or at https://ocre-sielc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/MANITOBA. kelly.bindle.mla.office@gmail.com Constituency Office: Unit 3-40 Moak Crescent Thompson, MB R8N 2B7 204-677-2066 Kelly Bindle
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Province sending rapid COVID-19 testing devices to northern communities, including Thompson Devices to perform rapid COVID-19 tests will soon be put into service in Thompson, The Pas, Flin Flon, Churchill, Lynn Lake, Gillam and Swan River, the provincial government said Nov. 3. The province has just received 13 Abbott ID Now rapid test devices and enough supplies for more than 4,000 tests. The northern and remote locations that most of the devices will be sent to
were chosen in consultation with public health, based on the likelihood of transportation issues, weather and other factors affecting access to traditional testing, as well as the communities having the existing lab infrastructure needed to process the tests. “Now that our initial shipment of these rapid testing units has arrived, we are taking strategic action to put these resources where they can benefit our public health
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response the most,” said Premier Brian Pallister in a Nov. 3 news release. “This plan will support some of Manitoba’s more vulnerable communities and ensure our province is well positioned to respond to the challenges of this virus.” The devices were being distributed last week and testing will begin once health-care providers and others have received the necessary training. Rapid tests
require a nasal swab and can only be administered by medical professionals or trained operators in a lab or other medical setting. Though only useful on people who are displaying COVID-19 symptoms, rapid tests provide immediate results but are less accurate than traditional tests and
have a higher false negative rate, which means they must be confirmed by a traditional test. Their speed enables them to be used as a tool to identify possible outbreaks as soon as possible. Manitoba has also received 87,000 PanBio antigen tests which could be used to screen people,
rather than diagnose them. Antigen-based screening tests are still being validated by Manitoba labs and other across the country, including the National Microbiology Laboratory, to determine their accuracy. Currently, antigen-based tests can supplement but not replace conventional testing methods.
Flu shot clinics in Thompson running until Dec. 8 Nov. 17 and Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 14, Nov. Flu shots are available at the Thompson 21 and Nov. 28. Hours are from 10 a.m. Regional Community Centre throughout to 5 p.m. Nov. 20, Nov. 27 and Dec. 4 and the month of November and into early 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30 and Dec. 7. December. No appointments are necessary but wait The clinics began Nov. 2 for people with last names beginning with A and times should be expected. Short sleeves B. A clinic for people with last names are recommended and non-medical masks health card are required. beginning with R to Z is being heldThompson Nov. and a Manitoba RCMP People who are feeling sick should not 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Clinics open to anyone wishing to Drug get attend. Tip Line Anyone with questions about flu shots a flu shot are being held Nov. 14, Nov. 16-17, Nov. 20-21, Nov. 23-24, Nov. 27- can call Health Links toll-free at 1-80028, Nov. 30, Dec. 1, Dec. 4 and Dec. 7-8. 315-9257 or Northern Regional Health The shots are available 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Authority public health at 204-677-5350. BY IAN GRAHAM
EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET In loving memory of
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April 27, 1943 - November 10, 2019 Memories grow dearer as time goes on When we long for a face and a voice that’s gone. No words we speak could ever say How much I miss you every day. A tender smile, a loving face, And in my heart a special place. I miss you so much, Love, Lynda
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Thompson Legion marks Remembrance Day 2020 with virtual ceremony
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A virtual Remembrance Day ceremony was held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Thompson Nov. 11. BY IAN GRAHAM
EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET
Thompson’s Royal Canadian Legion Burntwood River Branch #244 commemorated Remembrance Day with a virtual ceremony livestreamed on Facebook Nov. 11 to ensure social distancing amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Coming in the year that marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, the ceremony included in-person speeches by Thompson Mayor Colleen Smook, Thompson MLA Danielle Adams and a video address by Churchill-Keewatinook Aski MP Niki Ashton.
“We remember those who fought for us, who paid the ultimate sacrifice and never came back,” said Ashton, noting that their sacrifice takes on special significance in the context of the current pandemic, when everyone is being asked to make sacrifices for the greater good. “Today and in these challenging times I hope that you can take some times to remember and take inspiration from the way so many worked together and looked out for one another.” Adams and Smook said that commemorating Remembrance Day virtually is important to recognize Canadian veterans. “These veterans made re-
MMF offering $5.5 million to assist businesses during code red closures The Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) is setting aside $5.5 million to assist Métis businesses during code red closures in the Winnipeg area caused by a steep rise of COVID-19 cases. Eligible businesses will be able to receive a non-repayable grant of up to $10,000 if they commit to staying open after code red restrictions are lifted. “Not only has Canada answered the call and offered a wide variety of supports tailored to businesses and entrepreneurs across Canada, but they have also recognized the importance of partnering with Indigenous governments to help address our unique needs,” said MMF president David Chartrand in a Nov. 2 news release. “We have openly praised the Trudeau government and their response and approach to this unprecedented challenge that is COVID-19.” The MMF made the decision to provide funding in recognition of the negative impacts that the mandatory closures will have on all businesses. “During the first wave, the MMF offered $40,000 loans to Métis entrepreneurs. This helped, but is
it enough?” said Chartrand. “Investments made by small and medium businesses are the backbone of our economy. No one hesitates to collect their taxes, but yet some leaders hesitate to offer support in their times of need. But rest assured, our Métis families and businesses can rely on their Métis government to support them in these uncertain times. Our provincial government has failed you; we won’t.” This funding will be available to all Métis citizens including those still in the application process for receiving their citizenship. Noted examples of eligible businesses that can apply include: • restaurants and bars • fitness facilities • retail stores • spas and beauty salons • hotels • many other businesses Métis entrepreneurs who are negatively affected by the recently implemented code red and orange restrictions and closures in Winnipeg and the surrounding areas can contact the Louis Riel Capital Corporation at 1-800-387-6004 for more information and to apply for this new funding.
markable sacrifices to uphold justice freedom and peace,” said Adams. “It’s very important that we acknowledge in light of the pandemic and everything that goes on all around us the importance of being able to gather virtually,” said Smook. “Everybody for the most part has done a remarkable job. Let us remember our veterans today. It’s their today so let’s not
forget them.” The R.D. Parker Collegiate senior band, which usually performs at Thompson Remembrance Day ceremonies, submitted recorded performances of “Along the Beaches of Normandy” and “God Save the Queen” this year. “These future leaders with their teachers in school took time to put together and amazing tribute,” said Royal
Canadian Legion Burntwood America to Europe. River Branch #244 president “We remember in faith all Raylene Jonasson, who also who have served and contook time to recognize the tinue to serve in our armed contributions made to Can- forces, especially those who ada’s military efforts by First died and those wounded in Nations, Métis and Inuit battle,” said Father Guna soldiers, more than 3,000 of Sekhar of St. Lawrence whom fought in the Second Roman Catholic Church, World War, as well as mer- praying for peace and “that chant sailors, more than one day all people will lay 1,600 of whom died trans- down their arms and embrace porting supplies across the each other as brothers and Atlantic Ocean from North Page sisters.” 1 of 1
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES TOWN OF SNOWNOTICE LAKE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
SALE OF FOR TAXES Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is LANDS hereby given thatARREARS unless the taxOF arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described are LAKE paid in full to the TOWNproperties OF LYNN Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 11th day of September, 2018, at the hour ofPursuant 1:00 PM, at Town of of Snow Lake, 113 Snow to subsection 367(7) The Municipal Act,Elm noticeStreet is hereby givenLake, that unless the tax arrears Manitoba, proceed to sell by publicfor auction the following described properties: the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to Roll Number Roll 2300
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the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality Description Assessed Amount of Arrears will & on the 14th day of December, 2020, at the hour of 9:00 AM, at Town of Lynn Lake, 503 Sherritt Value Costs for Which Avenue, Lynn Lake, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following Property describedMay properties: be Offered for Sale
AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING: LOTDescription 13 BLOCK 3 PLAN 646 L -$12,200 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE B -$58,100 RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT AT LAKECRESCENT AND BEING LOT 17 BLOCK 8 PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC 148LYNN WILLOW ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN AT SNOW BEING LOT 5 BLOCK PLAN L -$12,200 LANDS ACTLAKE AS SETAND FORTH IN TRANSFER 965995PLTO (N646 DIV) 274 ELDON AVENUE PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE AT LYNN LAKE ANDCONTAINED BEING LOT 10INBLOCK 12 PLAN 689 PLTOACT (N DIV) RESERVATIONS THE CROWN LANDS - IN 90-23 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN 145 WILLOW CRESCENT LANDS ACTLAKE AS SETAND FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 THE PLTONWLY (N DIV)30395 SHERRITT AVENUE AT SNOW BEING PARCEL ONE:
L -$12,200
Amount of Arrears & Costs Assessed $7,210.89 for Which Property May be Value Offered for Sale
L -$1,000 B -$12,600 L -$1,000 B -$7,900
FEET PERP OFAND ALLBEING THAT LOT PORTION OF27 MAPLE AVENUE LYNN LAKE 5 BLOCK PLAN 689 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES, L -$1,000 30300* AT B -$18,800 (NOW CLOSED) PLANRESERVATIONS 646 PLTO (N DIV) 68-17 WPMIN THE CROWN LANDS ACT B -$6,300 AND OTHER AS ASINCONTAINED See note MINERALS WHICH LIES BETWEEN THE STRAIGHT PRODUCTIONS AND AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM 583 HALSTEAD below SELY OF THE NE AND SW LIMITS OF LOT 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN
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AVENUE 646 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS PARCEL LOT 13THE BLOCK 28 PLAN 689 PERP PLTO OF (N DIV) ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER L -$1,000 $5,392.58 TWO: SWLY 50 FEET LOT EXC 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS 20 ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER B -$2,000 646 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC THE NWLY FEET 96599 (N DIV) 90-23 WPM–596 HALSTEAD AVENUEIN PERPPLTO SUBJECT TOINTHE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED THE CROWN LANDS ACT 101 ELM STREET AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING LOT 4 BLOCK 4 PLAN 733 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC L -$1,000 49300 $10,723.43 ALL MINES LAKE MINERALS OTHER AS CONTAINED THE CROWN B -$20,100$14,161.72 AT SNOW ANDAND BEING LOT RESERVATIONS 24 PLAN 749 PLTO (N DIV) LIN-$13,700 25900 LANDS ACTTO ASTHE SET RESERVATIONS FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTOIN(NTHE DIV) 613 GORDON AVENUE SUBJECT CONTAINED B -$44,800 CROWN LANDS ACT IN 68-17 WPM - 118 BALSAM STREET AT LYNN LAKE AND BEING: LOT 6 BLOCK 6 PLAN 862 PLTO (N DIV) IN 90-23 WPM EXC L -$1,100 61800 $12,853.06 ALL MINERALS AND OTHERterms RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN The tax sale isMINES, subject to the following and conditions with respect to eachBproperty: -$22,200 LANDS ACT AS SET FORTH IN TRANSFER 96599 PLTO (N DIV) 169 MCVEIGH AVENUE
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The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any property taxes not yet due. *Roll incurred significant damageitsinright 2020.toThe value subject to review.of the arrears and 30300 The Municipality may fire exercise setassessed a reserve bidis in the amount The taxcosts. sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: If purchaser the purchaser bidbe byresponsible proxy, a letter of property authorization form • The of theintends propertytowill for any taxes not yetmust due. be presented prior to theMunicipality start of the may auction. • The exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs. Municipality makes representations or warrantiesform whatsoever concerning • If The the purchaser intends to bid no by proxy, a letter of authorization must be presented priorthe to properties the start of the auction. being sold. makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold. • The Municipality • The successful purchaser must,must, at theattime the sale, in cash, certified or bank draft to the Town The successful purchaser theoftime of themake sale,payment make payment in cash,cheque certified cheque of or Lynn Lake as follows: bank draft to the Town of Snow Lake as follows: The purchase if $10,000 it is $10,000 orOR less; OR i) i)The fullfull purchase priceprice if it is or less; If the purchase is than greater thanthe$10,000, provide deposit a non-in the amount of ii)ii)If the purchase price isprice greater $10,000, purchaserthe mustpurchaser provide a must non-refundable refundable $10,000 andpaid thewithin balance of the price must $10,000 and thedeposit balanceinofthe theamount purchaseofprice must be 20 days of purchase the sale; AND be paid 20$309.75 days of($295 the sale. iii) A fee in thewithin amount plus GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction. be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs. • The riskpurchaser for the property lies withfor theobtaining purchaser vacant immediately following the auction. The is responsible possession. • The is responsible for obtaining vacantthe possession. If purchaser the property is non-residential property, purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if • If athe property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration. a GST The Declaration. purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, including costs. Dated this 13th daythe ofregistration November, 2020.
Dated thisby: 17th day of August, 2018. Managed Managed by:
Tom Matus Chief Administrative Officer Ken Jenkins Interim Chief Administrative Officer Town of Lynn Lake Phone: (204) 356-2418 Town of Snow Lake Fax: (204) 356-8297 Phone: (204) 358-2551 Fax: (204) 358-2112
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• We are looking for someone who is dedica develop management skills for long term f • Full time, permanent, 35 + hours per wee able to pass criminal background check, and access to own transportation. • Must have excellent communication/typ with Microsoft Office and basic bookkeep • Preparing bank deposits, able to organize, p reports by deadline dates. • Attention to detail, ability to work indep a team environment applying confidentia • Be open to new ideas and changes that ma in day to day operations. One woman in Cross • Ability to fill in for the manager when req Lake and another one in carry company cell phone in case of eme Norway House were twowork environ • Training provided, flexible of theonthree people fined by experience. Manitoba RCMP for failing Start date: ASAP to comply withEmail provincial resume to Carolyn Tu emergency orders between manager@friulirentals.c Oct. 256 and Nov.or1.fax to: 204-677-3195 or drop off at 31 Oak St. Of A Cross Lake resident Closingpolice date: February 16, 2 received a fine after responded to a the house party We appreciate interest of all applicants individuals selected for interviews wil with more than five people
and Norway House fined for hosting house party, failing to isolate as required under COVID-19 related emergency orders
known for the development of innovative, affordable, environmentally TEN ACRESbuilding with a two bedroom house friendly products and for excellence in Safety and Quality is currently complete six appliances, 10 minseekingwith Labourers at our Swan Valley SmartSideŽ, Swan Valley, Minitonas utes from Swan River. Apple trees, operation. black raspberry bushes, red currants, Qualifi cations: and many haskap bushes for a modThe successful candidate must possess the following est income in July. Lots of trees and qualifications; outbuildings. Immediate possession • Good written and verbal communication skills $160,000. Contact 1-204-236-4376. • Physically fit to perform all duties • Ability to multitask and problem solve • Ability to operate equipment as required PROFESSIONAL • Computer literacy will be considered an asset • Valid driver’s license EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY • Shiftwork AWASIS AGENCY
The successful candidates will a dynamicMANITOBA team in providing OFjoin NORTHERN support to the facility located in the beautiful Swan River Valley UNIT:journey AGENCY WIDE siding as it embarks on a new and exciting of producing for a growing market. LOCATION: TO BE DETERMINED (TBD) Position: Childc off Abuse Louisiana-Pacifi ers aWorker competitive wage and benefit package in One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. LouisianaPacifi c is an equal opportunity employer. Reporting to the Child Abuse Coordinator, the Child Abuse Worker We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for is responsible for implementing policies, procedures and specific interviews will be contacted. Candidates will be subject directions/directives of Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba when to successful completion of comprehensive background working with families and children in the field of child protection. screening and health checks. The duties include screening and assessing referrals to the child abuse program; investigating child abuse allegations; providing crisis Please forward your cover letter and resume to: intervention services; completing all required written documentation Lorraine Schneider and documentation required to CFSA and providing related services Human Resource Generalist I under the mandate of the Child and Family Services Act and Child Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd. Abuse Regulations. P.O. Box 189, Minitonas, MB R0L 1G0 Phone: (204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 Fax: (866) 678-5969 Qualifications: e-mail : lorraine.schneider@lpcorp.com • Bachelor of Social Work Degree with experience in child welfare
preferred or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered • Strong commitment to community based service delivery • Strong commitment and understanding of the trauma-informed practice • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a child welfare environment, as a child protection worker, with experience t $PNQFUJUJWF 4BMBSJFT t 3FMPDBUJPO "TTJTUBODF conducting safety and risk assessments t $POUJOVJOH &EVDBUJPO t 3FNPUFOFTT "MMPXBODF t &YDFMMFOU #FOFÜUT • Previous experience conducting child abuse investigations >Dental • Knowledge of Child and Family Services Application (CFSA) Assistant • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 5IPNQTPO (FOFSBM )PTQJUBM o 0QFSBUJOH 3PPN 1BSU 5JNF '5& • Good organizational and time management skills 5IFSF XJMM CF BO PQQPSUVOJUZ UP XPSL QBSU UJNF GPS UIF %FOUJTU JO • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently BEEJUJPO UP UIJT QBSU UJNF QPTJUJPO as well as in a team setting • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designate, assists and valuesteam personnel in performing a variety of patient care multi-disciplinary activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree and/or Dene personal needs and comfort of the patient. This is an integrated position that language would be an asset
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includes coordination and scheduling of dental procedures for the Operating Room (OR). This will require expertise in developing and maintaining excellent Working Conditions: working relationships with a broad range of individuals and organizations. The • Fast-paced environment OR Dental Assistant will function within the provisions of the Vision, Mission, • Confidentiality environment with access to sensitive information Values, policies and procedures of the Northern Health Region (NHR) and will• incorporate NHRand coreremote/northern competencies into working practice Overnight travel (car, (Customer/ plane, train) Client Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and approximately 30% of the time Collaboration, Development of Self and Others, and Adaptability).
• Maintain a satisfactory Prior Contact check, Child Abuse Registry
The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Abuse Registry check, and adhere • Maintain a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle to all Northern Health Region policies and procedures. Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee Qualifications: t benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and Grade 12 education or equivalent t experience. Successful completion of a recognized Dental Assistant Program required t Current active practicing registration with Manitoba Dental Association t Closing Excellent knowledge of Windows based12, programs Date: Thursday, November 2020 (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet) t Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a Dental Assistant required t therefore Previous experience working cases preferred applicants. preference will with be Pediatric given to Indigenous t Ability to speak Cree an asset
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For complete listNumber of qualifications please visit our www.nrha.ca. letter Competition 2019/20-066RRR onwebsite your resume/cover
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Please submit resume by February 2, 2018 to: Lori Rasmussen, Recruitment Officer Department Human Resources 867 Thompson Drive South Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Fax: (204) 778-1477Competition #2019/20-066RRR 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca $BMM VT UPEBZ -PDBM PS 5PMM 'SFF
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Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to selfonly those selected for an interview will be contacted. declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all Applicants mayOnly request reasonable accommodation candidates for applying. those selected for interview will be contacted. related to
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from outside the household in attendance Oct. 30. That same day, Norway House RCMP officers fined a woman for failing to self-isolate as directed, after she ignored previous warnings to do so. The other person fined Care Nurse- External Posting wasHome an intoxicated woman in Marcel Stonewall who was Colomb First Nation Health Aut ticketed for not wearing qualified individual to fulfilla the role of H mask on Oct. 28. RCMP received 182 calls Job Summary related to COVID-19 from Oct.Reporting 26 to Nov. but ento the1Home Care Manager, Care Nurse responsible forcement wasisnot requiredfor promotin & preserving thethey health of Marcel Colo in most cases as were members through services directed to resolved through education clients. The Home Care Nurse provide or guidance provided by repractices nursing as defi ned by the Re sponding officers. Act & in compliance with the College o Since April 9, Manitoba Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Prac RCMP have issued 77 warnNurses Association Code of Ethics; ca ingsthe and handed finesis responsib overall careout of 42 clients; related to COVID-19 public providing information, educating & sup health orders. ensure that the highest possible stand “The focusfollows of ourMarcel officers provided; Colomb polic since the in very beginning of team & ma works a multidisciplinary to assist with otheron duties within the upon pandemic has been department. providing education and issuing warnings, however, Position Requirements: with the dramatic rise in cases across the province Registered Nurse or Licensed Pra we •recognize that a shift is • CRNM or CLPN – Active Registra now• required,â€? said ManiValid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Li toba• RCMP Daily criminal access to opera vehicle ations • officer CriminalChief record Supt. & child abuse reg Rob• Hill2 years in a Nov. 4 news of related nursing experie release. “While officers will Word, Ex • Profi ciency in Microsoft still•have discretion,record I haveup to date Immunization made it clear that ticketing Closing Date: option Januaryfor 5, 2018 at 4pm is the preferred submissions accepted. individuals whowill arebeblatantly disregarding the public Applications Mustputting Include: health orders and lives at risk. This is about • A cover letter that clearly indicate protecting the health and the position requirements safety of every • Resume Manitoban. We•all need do our part Copy to of credentials (licenses, trai to help reduce and stop(colleague, the • Three references supe spread of this virus.â€? and contact information Manitobans outside of & child abu • Criminal record check (or indication thatcall they have been Winnipeg should not contact information (pho 911• to Personal report COVID-19 related issues, RCMP will not proceed to int say,Your butapplication report non-comabove to information. To obtain a comple pliance the Manitoba for additional information or to apply fo government inquiry line at please contact or submit your applicat 1-866-626-4862.
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