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Human bones found by hunters are archeological, not evidence of a crime, police say

Multiple human bones found Oct. 2 by hunters near Cauchon Lake, about 90 kilometres southeast of Thompson past Pikwitonei, have been determined to be archeological in nature, RCMP say. Thompson rural RCMP attended the location when the bones were discovered two weeks ago and discovered approximately eight human bones. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and the provincial government’s Historic Resources Branch, which is responsible for overseeing the disposition of found human remains of an archeological nature from the moment of discovery, assisted with the investigation. Arrangements between the Historic Resources Branch and area First Nations to repatriate the bones through a proper burial are currently underway.

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Human bones found by hunters Oct. 2 near Cauchon Lake (bottom right) are archeological in nature and not evidence of a crime, RCMP said Oct. 16.

Council raises infrastructure funding request based on study that recommends building a new pool near TRCC to replace Norplex Pool on the city’s website, that grant application to the ICIP important to demonstrate to building a new pool at the was approved in September. the city of Thompson that Thompson city council Thompson Regional Com- At that time, the estimated not all of us agreed with enunanimously approved a munity Centre (TRCC) site cost of a new facility was tering into the requirements resolution to increase the was the better option, given $15 million, meaning the for a new pool,” Fountain amount of grant funding it that it would only cost about city would be responsible said. “I feel that we are is seeking from a federal/ $3 million less to retrofit the for about $4 million, com- putting ourselves in a fisprovincial cost-sharing existing pool, which was pared to approximately $5.2 cal situation or potentially infrastructure program shut down in February due million based on the current putting ourselves in a fiscal based on a more detailed to safety concerns. cost estimate situation that we may not cost estimate for constructIf the city is successful Thompson’s chief finan- be able to dig ourselves out ing a new pool contained in in securing an Investing in cial officer Jenny Krentz of so while I have to supa consultant’s study. Canada Infrastructure Pro- said it can take two to three port the resolution for the The KGS Group, which gram (ICIP) grant, it would months to complete the de- grant application I want to Nickel Belt News file photo was contracted in June to be responsible for 26 per benture process to ensure make it absolutely clear that A consultant has recommended that the city build a new study if the city should cent of the total costs of funding for the city’s por- I had real reservations about pool near the Thompson Regional Community Centre rather retrofit the existing Norplex a new pool, currently es- tion of a new pool’s costs a building that we have as a liability that we have no than spend nearly as much money to retrofit the existing Pool or build an entirely timated to be a bit below will be available. new facility, concluded in $20 million, though this However, this does not answers in terms of what’s Norplex Pool, shut down for safety reasons in February. their report, now available estimate could vary by as mean the city is committed going to happen to it, and much as 25 per cent either to building a new poolNickel at Belt what the photo costs of News by demolition Ian Graham way her once final building TRCC in site yet. or decommissioning or reAddictions Foundation of Manitoba northern director Gisele deMeulles has written a book about experiences growing the up, mostly Churchill. plans are drafted. “This is just getting building or renovating that BY IAN GRAHAM For all the weather to write things that you have ‘Oh, I’m just as bad, right?’ was not a very thing swallow when people say building Council also safe approved everything ready, not comare harsh gong to be.” EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET to ﬁgure out. It’s pretty clear I have all these stories and to do but I jumped at it. I that Churchill residents and the dangers of polar first reading of a bylaw to mitting us to anything,” said “Final decisions on an Though she’s now written when I get through.” I need to capture them for thought was exciting just ﬁnd somewhere bears, said if it start thethat process of bor- should Coun. Brian Lundmark. actual deMeulles build in the future a book about her experienDeMeulles said she wrote my grandchildren really until theneeded plane landed and easier to Jeff live.Fountain sup- had been viable would rowing funds from Coun. would have to she come to Two people, believed toher be book, a 45-year-old man andina five-year-old child, ces growing up in Churchill, titled Whispers because they will were be lost if they started throwing the ported “To say, ‘Those people moved to Churchthe provincial government, the resolution and have council for back another resokilled inFoundation a fire in Norway Oct. Stories 12. Addictions of House the Wind: from the I don’t.” fuel off that and process I realized, ‘Holy to liveofthere. They ill in a heartbeat. though will not choose first reading the bylaw, lution,” said city manager Norway House RCMP responded to house fire onfor MissionShe Island Manitoba northern director North - Lifeain Churchill alsoRoad has aaround reputation cats, was probably sitting should leave,’ quite Anthony “I miss McInnis. the shoreline, beginI until the city knows though just he said he iswasn’t “ThisI 2:30 a.m. Saturday, arrivinga to find aof home completely engulfed in flames. Several Gisele deMeulles said writcouple reasons. as a storyteller herself. on a bomb.’” It’s quite adisrethe on rock, miss apthe sure that pursuing new miss is really theI grant if its grant application was simplistic. people had escaped she the building, but the and the child were unaccounted for. his- successful. ing wasn’t something “I just sortmale of thought, “I had such a varied AnotherThe thing that If we in the polar bears evenand though city said in spectful. pool would bewere the proper plication itself any the fire extinguished, firefighters located bodies. were alwaysAfter thought shewas would you know what, this his-two tory andAutopsies I would tell people spurred her on in another area they’re dangerous and a news release thatwas therethe is same courseboat of action. future very spending towards identities andthat’s the cause of death andand RCMP the go, hard do. scheduled to determine their tory, this stuff in my facing we to would screama Ithat really misshave the to Hudson stories theyand would no settimes deadline forChurchill award- I think “It’s hard not support would come the Fire Commissioner continue “InOffice my of youth I never that so why don’t she says. “When I go head, it’s going to to investigate. be gone ‘That’s not true, is it?’ I’d go, since the Hudson Rail- about ing grants throughBay the ICIP. grant application but atthey the Bay,” to council.” felt good at writing,” she if I don’t write it down,” she ‘Yeah it’s true.’ They’d go, way to it’s do that? suspended to operations A resolution submita have same the timeoption I think very back home, standing on the BY IAN GRAHAM

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said. “But when I moved to Thompson to get into the school of social work, at that point I had to write for university and realized, ‘Holy, I’m not bad at this, right?’ I certainly developed a lot of skill in university and came out of there with a very strong skill in my writing and conﬁdence in my writing. I write very clear and that’s it. It’s there. Some people say it’s kind of blunt or direct. I don’t tend

said. “My kids are not go- ‘You didn’t do all that, did north of Gillam last spring. ing to get it if I don’t do it you? You’ve got to be really “It used to be a really and it’s something I’ve al- old.’ I was like, ‘No, actually thriving large community ways wanted my mom to I did all that before I was and it’s just dwindled down do. My mom’s an elder and 27,’ and they went ‘What?’” to such a small population she’s an artist, she’s got so Looking back, some of now,” deMeulles says. many wonderful stories be- those experiences are things Though she’s not there Contact Nelson 204-307-0281 cause she always tells her atshe might not do again. any longer, her parents and stories at Parks Canada in “I did some pretty bizarre her sister and other family pruderspropertyservices@gmail.com Churchill and I’ve always stuff like fuel hauls into the members still are. hounded her, ‘Please, justproperty high Arctic at -35,” said “My cousin owns the to discuss your needs! put it on tape, I will write it deMeulles. “It didn’t dawn hardware store there,” she for you because your story on me until after. That was a says. is going to be lost,’ and she’s very dangerous thing to do. Because of that, never done it and I thought, Being on a plane full of fuel deMeulles ﬁnds it hard to

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I think right now they’re feeling like they’re pawns in a political game and that’s really sad for them because I think the people of Churchill really want to thrive. They’ve built their worlds there. How would we feel if someone came to you and said, ‘I’m sorry, you have to leave your home community and we’re going to displace you somewhere else and all your loved ones and your history is gone?’”

Hudson Bay looking out on the bay, it just gives you an incredible sense. You feel so small and you feel great.” Now that she’s got one book under her belt, deMeulles says she may try to produce another. “I have another book in me,” she says. “It’s a darker story, more about personal growth and struggles. Maybe in the next ﬁve years it’s something I’ll focus on doing.”

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Churchill-Keewatinook Aski candidate questionnaire: Niki Ashton, New Democratic Party

Nickel Belt News file photo Churchill-Keewatinook Aski NDP candidate Niki Ashton What do you feel are your qualifications for federal office? As someone who is from our North and lives in our North, I know many of the challenges we face. As MP for our region, I have held Stephen Harper and Justin Trudeau to account. I believe strongly that the North has given a lot to Canada, but Canada has not given much back. Whether it’s advocating for good jobs, for healthcare, like reopening the birthing services in Flin Flon, or for northern housing and infrastructure,

I have experience in standing up for our region. What is your plan for the future of the economy? What role will industry/mining play in that plan? We must ensure that good mining and mining related jobs stay in Flin Flon and the surrounding area. We also need to invest in the public services that people need, investments that would also boost the economy. Flin Flon is a hub when it comes to healthcare and that must include reopening the birthing services. Affordable housing, especially for seniors, is also important. The NDP has committed to a bold housing plan which would make a real difference. What have been the main issues you’ve heard from people in this riding? People are disappointed in Trudeau and his broken promises. He promised a real improvement to healthcare, yet kept in place Harper’s funding freeze. I have heard many concerns about the ongoing lack of housing including seniors housing. I have heard from many people about the loss of good jobs in the mining sector

and across our north. What measures to benefit Northern Manitoba would you wish to add to a federal budget? Rather than using the Infrastructure Bank created by the Liberals that hasn’t worked and has fundamentally ignored our North, we would create a public northern infrastructure fund focused on improving northern infrastructure like roads and telecommunications, issues that I’ve repeatedly raised in Parliament. We would also invest in healthcare, investments that will allow to reopen Flin Flon’s birthing services. What is your plan regarding northern health care? What role can the federal government play in health issues? Harper cut health care transfers and then Trudeau maintained those same cuts. We’ll do the opposite. After all, the NDP is the party that brought in medicare. We’ll expand coverage to include mental, dental, pharma and eyes. We’ll also make it easier for northern communities to retain doctors and nurses and work to reopen Flin Flon birthing services.

What are your main concerns regarding environmental conservation? Do you support a carbon tax? Those of us who live in the North are seeing the reality of climate change. We’ll stand up for our environment without leaving people behind. While the carbon tax has a place in our plan, we wouldn’t let big polluters off the hook like the Liberals. We’ll also end the billion dollars Trudeau currently gives oil corporations and invest that money in communities. Where do you stand on immigration to Canada? What impact do you think immigration could have for the north? Immigrants have helped build our North. We want to make the rural and northern immigration pilot a permanent program. We also want to make it easier to recognize accreditation achieved abroad, which would help us attract and retain medical professionals. What is your stance on electoral reform? Would changing Canada’s electoral system be a priority for you? Trudeau promised 2015

would be the last election under first past the post. He lied. The NDP is committed to replacing our electoral system with a mixed member proportional representation system that better represents how people vote. We would also like to see the voting age lowered to 16. But democracy isn’t just about voting. We recognize the need to do a better job of engaging people who don’t feel represented. What measures would you propose to help remote Indigenous communities? Indigenous communities across our region have been let down by Liberal and Conservative governments. We must put an end to the housing crisis. We must also ensure better support for healthcare and education. These investments would benefit our entire North. We must also support and implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. How do you feel about negative campaigning? Would you consider you and/ or your party to be running a clean campaign? What about your opponents?

I believe it is important to put forward our positive vision for our North. While for the most part, the tone locally has been positive, I believe it is important to be upfront about the way our region has been ignored by Liberal and Conservative governments. What policy or practice do you disagree with your party on and why? Would you consider breaking rank with the party on that issue? As a northerner and a New Democrat I have one advantage: the NDP’s policies and principles are in line with our concerns in the North. I have been able to be a strong voice within the NDP and in Parliament for policies that would bring real change in our North. In 30 words or less–what is your elevator pitch for undecided voters? We need a strong voice and a clear choice to fight for our North. From jobs and education, to healthcare, housing and infrastructure, we need an MP that is on our side. What question do you wish we would have asked? Editor’s note: The candidate did not answer this.

Churchill-Keewatinook Aski candidate questionnaire: Cyara Bird, Conservative Party

Nickel Belt News file photo Churchill-Keewatinook Aski Conservative Party candidate Cyara Bird

What do you feel are your qualifications for federal office? I was born in a small town in Manitoba to a single mother. I saw her make difficult decisions to help us get by. I understand the issues that the residents of Churchill-Keewatinook-Aski face because I am one. I am running to champion the residents of Northern Manitoba so they can get ahead, not just get by. What is your plan for the future the economy? What role will industry/mining play in that plan? Canada’s Conservatives will work to attract better, higher-pay-

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ment play in health issues? Under a new Conservative government, Canadians will be able to count on stable and predictable health and social program funding. Andrew Scheer’s health and social program guarantee is a commitment to maintain and increase the Canada Health Transfer and the Canada Social Transfer by at least three per cent per year. What are your main concerns regarding environmental conservation? Do you support a carbon tax? The Liberal carbon tax hits Canadian families the hardest, with higher costs of gasoline, groceries, and home heating. And as an environmental policy, the carbon tax is – by every possible measure and projection – a failure of epic proportions. A Conservative government will scrap the carbon tax. We also To the Thompson Community Foundation have a real plan to help the for your support. environment. Where do you stand on im-The Juniper Centre migration to Canada? What impact do you think immigration could have for the north? Juniper Centre Inc. A Conservative government will immediately work to restore the fairness, order, and compassion of our immigration system. Job Opportunity: CEO/ Executive Director Andrew Scheer has committed to The Executive Director/CEO is the key management leader of The Juniper Centre. The Executive immigration levels conDirector/CEO is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plansetting of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The sistent with what is in Canada’s position reports directly to the Board of Directors. best interests. That number may The Juniper Centre was established in 1975 and is a Non-Profit Organization that supports over change every year to reflect what 40 adults living with developmental disabilities in our day and residential programs. The Juniper Centre employs aprox 100 full time/part-time and summer students. The Juniper Centre has Northern an Manitoba and Canada operating budget of $4 million and oversees over 10 cost centres. needs, and who needs Canada. What is your stance on elecGENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: NOTICE toral reform? Would changing 1) Board Governance: Works with board in order to fulfill the organization mission. Canada’s electoral system be a Responsible for leading The Juniper Centre in a manner that supports and guides the • ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors. priority for you? • Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and Canada’s Conservatives are accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make 4033515 Manitoba Association Inc., also known as the Thompson focused on bringing forward informed decisions. Regional Airport Authority will be holding ansuffi Annual policies that benefit people over 2) Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources cientGeneral to ensure the financial health of the organization. Meeting at the Riverlodge Place: government. Electoral reform Responsible for the fiDate: scal integrity of the Juniper Centre, include submission to the Board • Tuesday, November 19th,to2019 is simply not a high priority of a proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, which accurately reflect for Canadians who are having Time: 6:00PM the financial condition of the organization. • Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the approved a hard time getting ahead. An budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization inAndrew a Scheer-led Conservative All attendees must RSVP prior to November 8th, 2019 positive financial position. government will be focused on • Responsible for fundraising andordeveloping other resources necessary support Juniper For further information to RSVP, please contact Mrs. JaclyntoCook working tirelessly to put more Centre’s mission. at 204-778-1870 or via e-mail at: Jaclyn.Cook@fly-yth.ca 3) Organization Mission and Strategy: Works with board and staff to ensure that the missionmoney is in the pockets of hard fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach. working Canadians. ing jobs to Manitoba and to Canada. Justin Trudeau’s destructive tax-and-spend agenda has made our natural resource sector less competitive. I am proud of our natural resource industry and I want to bring attention to our natural resource sector because it is important. What have been the main issues you’ve heard from people in this riding? The two biggest things I’ve been hearing at the doors are health care and affordability. One thing has remained clear, life has gotten more expensive under Justin Trudeau. We are investing in health care and we have a plan

to help Canadians get ahead, not just get by. What measures to benefit Northern Manitoba would you wish to add to a federal budget? Canada’s Conservatives are the only party fighting for rural Canadians. The Conservative plan to support rural communities will ensure that all cabinet decisions have a rural perspective, and we will ensure that government programs consider the life conditions and unique experiences of Canadians in rural regions. What is your plan regarding northern health care? What role can the federal govern-

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What measures would you propose to help remote Indigenous communities? Conservatives are focused on bringing forward policies that make real and measurable improvements in the lives of Canada’s Indigenous peoples. Conservatives support effective investments in important areas, such as access to housing, health services, and good quality drinking water. It is critical that government spending translates into meaningful results on the ground. How do you feel about negative campaigning? Would you consider you and/or your party to be running a clean campaign? What about your opponents? Over the course of this campaign I have been focusing on sharing a positive message, and sharing Andrew Scheer’s positive vision for Canada. I’m focused more on what I can do to help the people of Churchill-Keewatinook Aski. What policy or practice do you disagree with your party on and why? Would you consider breaking rank with the party on that issue? I believe in Andrew Scheer’s strong, positive, Conservative vision for Canada and that’s why I chose to run with them. In 30 words or less–what is your elevator pitch for undecided voters? I am a young Indigenous woman, a mother of two, and a proud Canadian. I am running because I will work tirelessly to represent the residents of Churchill – Keewatinook – Aski. What question do you wish we would have asked? “How do you plan on being an effective voice for this riding?” I have a strong voice and I don’t take no for an answer. I’m tired of people preaching advocacy for the north with there being no action behind it. I will bring positive attention to the north. We need better up here.

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Churchill-Keewatinook Aski candidate questionnaire: Judy Klassen, Liberal Party What do you feel are your qualifications for federal office? I was the second First Nation woman elected to the Manitoba legislature and I’ve represented communities and advocated for issues that matter: families, housing, healthcare, and clean water. I’m an entrepreneur that created jobs in the North, where few opportunities existed. As a mother I know the importance of making life affordable for families, and creating opportunities for young people. What is your plan for the future of the economy? What role will industry/mining play in that plan? We’re making investments in people, like making post-secondary education more accessible. That’s an important start, but there is more to do. The Liberal government has proven that it’s committed to Northern Manitoba. They invested in the Churchill railway to boost economic development. Through conversation, collaboration and action we can make a plan that is right. What have been the main issues you’ve heard from people in this riding? Everywhere I go, people tell me two things – that they want better access to healthcare in their communities and they want our region to continue to prosper economically. Our platform

Nickel Belt News file photo Churchill-Keewatinook Aski Liberal candidate Judy Klassen and commitments address both of these. We are committed to ensuring more communities get the healthcare they need closer to home, and growing the economy for the North. What measures to benefit Northern Manitoba would you wish to add to a federal budget? The Liberal government is investing in the North and are committed to seeing us continue to succeed. I plan to be vocal about what our communities need. I will ensure that the realities that people face up here in Northern Manitoba are reflected in the policies that the government puts out. That’s the kind of MP I will be. What is your plan regarding northern health care? What role can the federal government play in

health issues? We will invest $6 billion to build a stronger public health system. We will establish the Canada Drug Agency to make prescription drugs more affordable and we will double the child disability benefit to help parents take care of their children, including learning and speech disabilities, psychological disorders and autism spectrum disorder. What are your main concerns regarding environmental conservation? Do you support a carbon tax? Climate change is a huge challenge we face. We are in a climate emergency and putting a price on carbon is one of the things that has been proven to protect the environment. I’ll work hard to build a cleaner, brighter, and more prosperous future that will help Canadians save energy, reduce pollution, and create more jobs of the future. Where do you stand on immigration to Canada? What impact do you think immigration could have for the north? Immigration helps make Canada more diverse and more successful. New Canadians work hard teaching our children, caring for us when we’re sick, starting new businesses and creating good jobs. These contributions are needed now more than ever before. To keep our economy strong and growing,

we will welcome highly skilled people who can help build a stronger Canada. What is your stance on electoral reform? Would changing Canada’s electoral system be a priority for you? Our view has always been clear: major reforms to the electoral system should only be made if they have the broad support of Canadians. We’ve already moved forward with legislation to repeal undemocratic elements of Stephen Harper’s Unfair Elections Act, and we will continue to move forward with measures to strengthen our democracy. What measures would you propose to help remote Indigenous communities? We’ve invested over $800 million for First Nations infrastructure on reserve in Manitoba and lifted nine of 11 long-term water advisories. We established an agreement with the Manitoba Metis Federation to improve the social and economic well-being of the Métis community. Our platform commits to addressing all Indigenous infrastructure needs by 2030, this means roads, housing, schools and the list continues. How do you feel about negative campaigning? Would you consider you and/or your party to be running a clean campaign? What about your

opponents? I am a huge advocate for positive campaigning and positive politics. Negative campaigning doesn’t benefit anyone, collaboration, partnership and positivity does. What policy or practice do you disagree with your party on and why? Would you consider breaking rank with the party on that issue? I believe in partnership and collaboration. That is how I have been successful throughout all points of my career. I will bring this principle and perspective with me if elected MP on Oct. 21. In 30 words or less–what is your elevator pitch for undecided voters? In partnership with the federal Liberals, we have accomplished a lot over the last four years. This progress needs to continue. I am the voice the north deserves. What question do you wish we would have asked? Youth are so important to our communities. It’s important to ask questions that inspire and promote youth to get engaged and vote. As an Indigenous person, we were never taught about politics in school, or why we should vote. Over the last four years I have been educating students about the importance of voting and having their voices heard. Megwetch!

Churchill-Keewationook Aski candidate questionnaire: Ralph McLean, Green Party What do you feel are your qualifications for federal office? I have been involved in billion-dollar capital infrastructure projects for the last 12 years in a supervisory management role where my job was to “fix chaos.” I doubt the government will be much different. Lots of talking heads in the House of Commons, but you can find your fixers in the different government agencies. What is your plan for the future of the economy? What role will industry/mining play in that plan? Greens aren’t against mining; we are against tailings ponds. Especially ones left behind by corporations that declare bankruptcy and then leave for the taxpayer to clean up. We have a shocking amount of lithium in the north, those mining claims could literally be what saves the world. What have been the main issues you’ve heard from people in this riding? Cost of living, reduction of or no government services, no help for seniors, youth, the list goes on. The fact that no one seems to be listening at all to the issues of the north or the people themselves. What measures to benefit Northern Manitoba would you wish to add

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Nickel Belt News file photo Churchill-Keewatinook Aski Green Party candidate Ralph McLean to a federal budget? The biggest thing to boost the local economies of the north would be the universal basic income program. This one program would lift most of the riding out of poverty and give them some breathing room. There are a lot of scared seniors out there so a national pharmacare program would be a boost as well. What is your plan regarding northern health care? What role can the federal government play in health issues? We need major investments to get specialists up north, but we also need the equipment. It’s like no one ever looked at a population growth chart in the last 30 years and asked themselves

“Hey, you know we have all these baby boomers retiring, maybe we should invest in health care?” Is anyone even thinking in Ottawa? What are your main concerns regarding environmental conservation? Do you support a carbon tax? The Greens have the most ambitious plan compared to any other party. It is bold, because it is necessary for the survival of our species. We are subsidizing the oil and gas industry $3.3 billion a year with taxpayer dollars! We need to stop these subsidies, that only benefit rich corporations for polluting. Where do you stand on immigration to Canada? What impact do you think immigration could have for the north? Unless you are Indigenous, the entire north was built on immigration. Canada’s worker to retiree ratio is about four to one, so immigration is very necessary for a healthy economy. In the north, immigration has brought a lot of positive investment with the purchases of businesses which hire local people and filling the gaps in skilled jobs. What is your stance on electoral reform? Would changing Canada’s electoral system be a priority for you?

One hundred per cent behind it. It is insane that the Liberals got 39 per cent of the vote, and thus more than 50 per cent of the seats and 100 per cent of the power. We achieve way more as a country in minority governments than with majority rule. Minority governments encourage collaboration. Every single vote should count towards the percentage of MPs each party gets. What measures would you propose to help remote Indigenous communities? Universal basic income would be the most immediate positive effect to remote Indigenous communities. As an Indigenous person who is related to probably half of Northern Manitoba by now, it was important to me that the Greens had a comprehensive plan to help. Our first platform item isn’t on the climate emergency but rather reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. How do you feel about negative campaigning? Would you consider you and/or your party to be running a clean campaign? What about your opponents? It is hard not to get frustrated, but you take a deep breath and move on. Greens have always been attacked from the other parties, especially now since we are gaining ground, have re-

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cord support and record fundraising. When they fear the support you are getting, the other parties attack you. What policy or practice do you disagree with your party on and why? Would you consider breaking rank with the party on that issue? Greens are responsible to their constituents first, then party. I can argue with Elizabeth May all day long and she’ll ask, “Did you fight for your constituents?” When I say yes, then I did what I was supposed to do as a Green MP. Green votes aren’t whipped. So if I did have issues, I’m allowed to have them. In 30 words or less–What is your elevator pitch for undecided voters? I think we have been ignored for 30 years by our politicians sent to represent us. We need action, not more talk. Your children’s lives depend on it. What question do you wish we would have asked? I would have asked why the other candidates think they are worth $175,000 a year plus expenses. If you don’t do anything, you should be recalled. If you are going to stand for office, you should be able to give a detailed reason why you should be the MP and give the constituents status reports of your efforts.

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Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of McDonald’s Canada Thompson McDonald’s manager Bharat Todankar, right, was recognized in September with an Outstanding Manager of the Year Award, presented to the top 10 per cent of managers from the 1,400 McDonald’s restaurants across Canada. McDonald’s Canada CEO John Betts is pictured with Todankar.

When Bharat Todankar came to Thompson from Mumbai, India in 2012 and started working at McDonald’s, he thought he was starting a job, not necessarily a career. “I never thought that I was going to be staying in McDonald’s for a long time,” he says. But he did, eventually becoming the restaurant’s general manager about four years ago. In September, he was one of the company’s 2019 Outstanding Manager of the Year Award recipients, an honour that only goes to the top 10 per cent of managers from the 1,400 McDonald’s restaurants across the country. “I was surprised [when i found out about the award] and I was so happy,” he told the Nickel Belt News. “This is one of the biggest achievements in my life. Outstanding Manager of the Year for McDonald’s, only a few get those awards which is big for my future career. It’s not only about me, it’s also about my team, what we do here.” Todankar studied hotel management and worked in five-star hotels as a front desk clerk and housekeeping supervisor in India before coming to Thompson. He also spent

a year working at a restau- of how the restaurant manrant in the United States aged to keep most of its as a temporary resident so employees when it shut the food-service industry down whilece@gmail.com a new restaukelly.bindle.mla.offi was not completely for- rant was being built. Office: eign to him when he came Constituency “As a business it’s always 3-40 Moak Crescent to Canada. He started atUnitdifficult finding great emMB R8N 2B7says. McDonald’s as a regularThompson, ployees,” Todankar crew member, then moved “That was my focus and 204-677-2066 Kelly Bindle up to the position of swing I always tell our managemanager. ment team that our focus “Then I’m involved in is, of course, customer the systems, I’m involved service. After that it is our more in the business so people. We have to make I understand how big is sure we keep people happy this company and how the who are working with us.” training goes and every“Bharat is all about thing, so professional so his people,” said former I don’t want to leave,” Thompson McDonald’s Todankar said. “I want to franchisee Brett O’Meara, stick with this.” who has since handed the The Thompson McDon- reins to Ouzzy Traore, in a ald’s is one of the best in Sept. 24 press release about Manitoba in terms of sales Todankar’s achievement. growth and also among the “He leads by example and top restaurants across Can- always puts the guest exada, something Todankar perience at the centre of says is thanks to the people everything we do. Bhaof Thompson and sur- rat’s success is driven by rounding communities. his commitment to our “They understand some- brand and his daily focus times how busy we are but on running a great restaustill they keep coming,” rant. I couldn’t be more he said. “I want to thank proud of his achievement everyone, the whole com- and I know he will share munity. I saw when we this recognition with his were closed [for construc- entire team.” tion] last year there were Todankar sees himself lots of people who were as a McDonald’s employee asking about when we were over the long term. Thompson RCMP going to open. The support “I want to become a we are getting supervisor and probably Drugfrom TiptheLine community is important. one day become an owner/ That helps us to grow and operator for a McDonstand out all over Canada.” ald’s,” he said. “That’s my He also says he is proud future plan.”

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Canada Post Community Foundation donates $25K to Boys & Girls Club The Boys & Girls Club of Thompson received a $25,000 grant Oct. 10 from the Canada Post Community Foundation for Children, which provided more than $1.2 million in grant across the country this year to 118 groups that make a difference in the lives of children. The foundation, which was established in 2012, raises money through sales of an annually issued stamp as well as a five-week instore campaign to solicit customer donations, local employee fundraisers and a year-round employee pay-

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roll donation program. The 2019 Canada Post Community Foundation stamp was designed by Chad Roberts Design Ltd., with illustrations by Joanna Todd that show brightly coloured frozen treats

strolling hand in hand. It is available at Canada Post outlets and at www. canadapost.ca/shop. The foundation has donated more than $8 million top hundreds of initiatives over the past eight years.

15-year-old female last seen in Thompson Oct. 9 A 15-year-old Thompson female who has not been home since Oct. 9 was reported missing Oct. 11. Jersey Zander Moose is described as 5’2” tall and 130 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information about Moose’s whereabouts can call the Thompson RCMP detachment at 204-677-6909 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. Tips can also be submitted online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com. Jersey Moose was reported missing Oct. 11 after last having been home two days earlier. RCMP photo

From restoring rail service to Churchill, to improving infrastructure on reserve, to helping 29,450 kids with the Canada Child Beneﬁt, this Liberal government has delivered for Churchill-Keewaanook Aski.

was remanded into custody pending a court appearance Oct. 15. Flin Flon RCMP responded to a report of a robbery around 8:30 a.m. last Friday. A woman had entered a business with her face covered while holding

a can of bug spray and demanded money from an employee but left empty-handed. She then entered another business and threatened to spray the employee and tried to grab money from the till but was unsuccessful and fled on foot.

Helicopter search finds overdue hunters An Oct. 16 RCMP helicopter search located four overdue hunters from God’s River, including a 16-year-old and a 12-year-old. The hunters were found on the shore of Mosquito

Judy Klassen Churchill-Keewaanook Aski

Woman tries to rob Flin Flon businesses armed with bug spray A 22-year-old woman from Flin Flon is charged with two counts each of robbery and wearing a disguise with the intent of committing an offence after attempted robberies at businesses on Highway10A Oct. 11. Alexis Chung-Saunders

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Lake (also known as Clifford Reid Lake) in good health and are all now back in God’s River. The hunters were dropped off in the area Oct. 8 and were scheduled to be picked up Oct.

11, but poor weather prevented a chartered float plane from landing on the lake. The hunters were reported missing around 7 p.m. Oct. 15.

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AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FIELD SUPERVISOR TERM: FEBRUARY - JUNE 2020 Vision: Healthy Communities, Healthy First Nations Children & Families Mission: To Develop and Provide Culturally Appropriate Child & Family Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba and its communities provide a range of services to children and families that promote health and well-being and facilitate the restoring of harmony and balance to the family unit. Awasis Agency is seeking a Field Supervisor for the 10 cohorts entering their final BSW field placement early in the new year. Four of the 10 cohorts are located in (mostly) remote communities and 6 are located in Thompson. Cohorts will be placed in a position within the agency that is not their usual job. Duties & Related Tasks: · Looking for the contracted Field Supervisor to assist the cohorts in developing their learning contracts · Supervise the field placement work · Meet at minimum weekly with the cohorts to guide them to meet their learning objectives · Read and sign off on the journals · Review the required 2 video interviews that each cohort will create · Complete the mid-term and final evaluations · Do field visits to observe the cohorts in/at their placement · Meet with the BSW Liaison for Awasis and also with the U of M’s Field Liaison person regularly throughout the contract · Provide coaching and assistance to the cohorts so that they finish the requirements for placement Qualifications: · Bachelor of Social Work Degree with many years’ experience in child welfare in Manitoba · Knowledge of CFS legislation, standards and northern & indigenous issues · Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Good organizational and time management skills · Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines · Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting · Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values Working Conditions: · It is anticipated that over the 5-month term, that the hours of work will average to be about 30-35 hours per week · Technical capabilities such as video conferencing, online meeting rooms, etc. will be available to facilitate connectivity with cohorts and/or partners · Must be willing to travel (plane, train, car) · Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract · Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Compensation: Please provide your FINAL cost inclusive of all expenses required for the provision of services as identified excluding any travel expenses, as this will be facilitated by the Agency. Closing Date for receiving submissions: December 2, 2019 – or until filled Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please submit your expression of interest with resume, references and supporting documentation in confidence to: Human Resources Department Attention: Michelle Van Hove, Director of Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 201-274 Smith Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1K1 Fax: (204) 987-9489 Email: mvanhove@awasisagency.ca We thank all who submitted, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

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Hello Thompson! I am honoured to have been elected to be your representative and I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the support I received throughout the campaign. Thank you to all the volunteers who took part in data entry, canvassing and all of the other countless tasks that got us here. I shall be forever grateful to my campaign manager for helping and guiding me throughout this transition period. I would also like to acknowledge my family for supporting me throughout the campaign period and

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encouraging me in my endeavours. As a lifelong resident of Thompson I know the community and surrounding areas on a deep personal level. I am proud to have helped hundreds of northerners in the decade I worked as a constituency

assistant for MP Niki Ashton. I sat on the YWCA board in various capacities, a local daycare board for many years, and volunteered with the Thompson Ski Club – Mystery Mountain – because I saw the north as a vibrant and essential part of Manitoba

SEASONAL FLU 2019 To protect yourself and your friends and family from getting the flu, the Northern Health Region along with Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living are encouraging all Manitobans to get a flu vaccine. For your protection, you should get immunized as soon as possible. For the 2019-20 season, an annual flu vaccine is especially important for those at increased risk of serious illness from the flu, their caregivers and close contacts. These include: • People 65 years of age and older • Residents of personal care homes or long-term care facilities • Children six to 59 months of age • Those with chronic illness • Pregnant women • Health care workers and first responders • Regular caregivers of children up to five years of age • Household contacts of anyone at increased risk of serious illness from the flu including those with infants under six months of age and/ or expecting a newborn • Indigenous peoples Manitobans over the age of 65 may also get a pneumococcal shot at the same time as the seasonal flu shot. Most adults only need one pneumococcal shot in their lifetime. Date

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that I wanted to contribute to. My past experience has given me the privilege to learn about the priorities and concerns of the citizens in this constituency; it has also prepared me for my newly appointed role as the critic for childcare, housing, disability and poverty. During the first sitting in the legislature as your MLA, I pressed the government on reductions in the number of children receiving inclusion support funding. This is critically needed funding to ensure all children have equal access to quality childcare. We know the number of children diagnosed with exceptional needs is increasing, yet the number of children receiving funding is at a 10-year low under the Pallister government. During this critical time in our community, the need for more affordable housing has become more apparent. I raised this issue to the minister of Indigenous and northern relations and will continue to advocate for all my constituents on this matter. I can guarantee you that in my work as a Member of the Legislative Assembly I will always keep the North in the foreground. I look forward to travelling throughout the constituency to meet with more community members, listen to their issues, and represent their concerns at the provincial level. I will also hold the government to account on their cuts and privatization agenda that hurts us here in the North. Stay tuned for the announcement of my constituency office opening and contact information. I look forward to hearing from each and every one of you!

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Requests applications from interested individuals with experience, knowledge and capacity in such disciplines as air transportation, aviation, business finance, engineering or other experience which will assist in the management of the affairs of the Corporation as an on-going, viable, commercial enterprise. For further information on the role of the Board of Directors please contact: Curtis Ross CEO/President at 677-0723. Please send a letter of application to Thompson Airport Authority Email: Jaclyn.Cook@fly-yth.ca Fax: 204-778-6477 Submission deadline is November 8th, 2019

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ST. JAMES ANGLICAN 10 Caribou • 677-4652 11 am Sundays ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC 340 Juniper • 778-7547 ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Fr Shantha Gandamalla Fr Guna Sekhar 114 Cree Rd • 677-0160 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Mel Versluis Associate Youth Pr Colton Murphy Associate Children’s Pr Karen O’Gilvie 126 Goldeye • 677-3435 thompsonchurch.ca Sunday School 9:45 am Coffee Time at 10:30 am Service at 11:00 am ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 249 Thompson Dr • 204-677-2799 Pastor Murat Kuntel 11 am Service

CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Pastor Mario Buscio 328 Thompson Dr N • 677-4457 Sunday school 9:45 am • Service 11 am FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 456 Westwood Dr S • 778-8037 11 am Service LUTHERAN–UNITED CHURCH OF THOMPSON 52 Caribou Rd • 677-4495 10:30 am Sunday service LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay • 677-2469 Sunday services @ 7:00 pm. LIGHT OF THE NORTH CHURCH 32 Nelson Road GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Chris Lowe 159 Cree Rd • 677-3000 Sunday school 10:00 am AM Service at 11, PM Service at 7 Prayer meeting–Wednesday 7 pm

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST 301 • HELP WANTED OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 83 Copper Rd Everyone welcome Sundays at 10 am For more information, church tours or home visits call the missionaries at 204-939-4382 or visit churchofjesuschrist.org THE SALVATION ARMY Thompson Corps (Church) 305 Thompson Dr • 677-3658 Requires licence. Worship services driver’s 11 am Sunday Please send resume: BURNTWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH mrplumb@mts.net 39 Beaver • 778-4494 Pastor Lee Pickett 204-677-2013 2nb-tfn-nb Sunday morning service 11:15 am Sunday evening service 7:00 pm Wednesday prayer meeting 7:00 pm

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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 SPACE FORMERLY RENTED BY INSPARATION DAY SPA, IN SOUTHWOOD PLAZA.CRAFT 3,034 SQ FTSALES FULLY FINISHED. VERY REASONABLE RATES. IDEAL FOR HAIRDRESSING, SPA, GENERAL SPACE CWL ANNUALCRAFT SALE Sat, Nov. OR10 MEDICAL OFFICES. CALL 9, am–3 pm at theTO St.VIEW Lawrence DOUG 204 677 2957 AFTER 4 PM. Hall, 114 Cree Rd. Thompson MB, OR admission 250 - 491 -fee. 3946 05NB-TFN-NB No Crafts, art, raffles, baking, pie auction, come for a chilli and bun lunch! To rent tables call Maureen 204-307-0205. $25.00 a table. 40nb-5-44-d

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water underground, we a few hours â&#x20AC;&#x201C;will a catastrophic interviews be contacted. Candidates will be subject have reducedbackground our potable storm like the one southern to successful completion of comprehensive Manitoba experienced screeningjust and health checks. water consumption by 50 cent to: as well as our overthat knocks out power for andper Please forward your cover letter resume all environmental footprint. an extended periodLorraine could Schneider the eventI of future emermake it difficult to ensure Human ResourceIn Generalist Louisiana-Pacifi Canada Ltd. upon notification an adequate supply of clean cgencies, P.O.for Boxresidents 189, Minitonas, 1G0 fromMB theR0L city, Vale will issue drinking water Phone: Fax: (866) 678-5969 a plant-wide bulletin to limit of the city.(204) 525-2479 Ext. 2104 e-mail : lorraine.schneider@lpcorp.com potable water usage on site When a Manitoba Hydro pole in the Southwood area where possible.â&#x20AC;? 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(NHR) and â&#x20AC;&#x153;We willother incorporate NHR core competencies into working practice (Customer/ have emergency response has potable water reClient Focused, Initiative & Pro-activity, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, and plans and business continuserves, the City of ThompCollaboration, Development of Self and Others, and Adaptability). son said it was gathering that ity plans for water supply The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/Vulnerable issues, water advisand related information for Person, Child Abuse Registry check and Adult Abusedrinking Registry check, and adhere Northern Healthnewsletter Region policies and ories procedures. and sewer system disitsto allupcoming Qualifications: and would provide the in- ruptions to name a few. 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Reporting to the Home Care Manager, the Home AGENCY Care Nurse is responsible forAWASIS promoting, protecting OF NORTHERN MANITOBA & preserving the health of Marcel Colomb community members through services directed to home care MB LOCATION: SHAMATTAWA, clients. The Home Care Nurse provides holistic care & practices nursing as defined by the Registered Nurses Act & in compliance with the College of Registered Position: Security Officer/Custodian Manitoba Standards of Practice & Canadian Nurses ofOne (1) Full Time Permanent Position Nurses Association Code of Ethics; cares for & directs Summary of Position: the overall care of clients; is responsible for advocating, The Security Officer/Custodian is responsible to maintain a safe and providing information, educating & supporting clients to secure environment for staff and clients by patrolling and monitoring ensure that the highest possible standard of service is the premises and personnel and provide office maintenance and provided; follows Marcel Colomb policies & procedures; custodial services for the Unit. The incumbent is expected to exercise works in a multidisciplinary team & may be called initiative and independent judgement in determining work priorities, upon to assist with other duties within the scope of the work methods to be employed, and action to be taken on unusual department. matters.

Qualifications: Position Requirements: Âˇ Minimum of 1 year experience in related field Âˇ A combination of education and experience in a similar work â&#x20AC;˘ Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical setting can be considered â&#x20AC;˘ CRNM or CLPN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Active Registration Âˇ Ability to adhere to confidentiality when working around â&#x20AC;˘ Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License sensitive information â&#x20AC;˘Âˇ Analytical problem solving skills Daily access to a vehicle â&#x20AC;˘Âˇ Must have good verbal and written communication skills Criminal record & child abuse registry checks â&#x20AC;˘ 2 years of related nursing experience Working Conditions: â&#x20AC;˘ Profi ciency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook â&#x20AC;˘Âˇ Must be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable Immunization record up to date Âˇ Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check Closing Date: January 5, 2018 at 4pm. No late submissions will be accepted. Salary: Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. Salary will commensurate with education and experience Applications Must Include:

Closing Date: Thursday, October 24, 2019 or until filled â&#x20AC;˘ A cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, the position requirements therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. â&#x20AC;˘ Resume Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in â&#x20AC;˘ Copy of credentials (licenses, training, education) this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number â&#x20AC;˘ Three references (colleague, supervisor or manager) 2018/19-024R on your resume/cover letter and include it in the and contact information subject line of your email, in confidence to: â&#x20AC;˘ Criminal record check & child abuse registry checks Human Department (or indication thatResources they have been applied for) Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba â&#x20AC;˘ Personal contact information (phone & email) Competition #2018/19-024R 701 Thompson Drive, Thompson, MB R8N 2A2 Your application will not proceed to interview without the Fax: 204-778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca above information. To obtain a complete job description, We thank all applicants apply, for additional information or towho apply for however, this position only those selected for an interview will be contacted please contact or submit your application to: Email or drop off only Cree Nation Tribal Health Centre

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 Indigenous learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.

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CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY CARING AGENCY AGE OF MAJORITY WORKER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; POSITION JOB OPPORTUNITY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ExternalTERM Posting Marcel Colomb First Nation REGIONAL OFFICE JP-CFI Case Manager (Full-Time Term Position)

Cree Child & Family Caring Agency is situated on Opaskwayak CreeNation Nation Tribal Health Center Inc. is seeking Cree Nation and is responsible for administering and Manager providing applications for a full-time term position of Case for the deliveryNurse, of Child and Family Services. Under a provincial (Registered Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of mandate, the Agency services Cree communities, Social Work), funded underthe theSwampy Jordanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PrincipleChildas well Flin Flon,Project Thompson, Swan River, Winnipeg Lynn Lake/ FirstasInitiative for Marcel Colomb Firstand Nation Marcel Colomb First Nation. The purpose of the newly funded Jordanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Principle Cree Nation & Family Agency dedicated to providing Child FirstChild Project is to Caring implement a is comprehensive and comprehensive CFS Services that are services community-based integrated approach of coordinated to help and incorporate both protection andHealth prevention services.support Our agency Marcel Colomb First Nation to provide strives to maintain family unity. and respond to children with complex and special needs and theirSUMMARY: families, in partnership with other health and POSITION socialtheprofessionals agencies. Under direction of theand Service Manager,These the Ageservices of Majorityshould Worker signifi cantly contribute to quality of life ensuring is responsible will provide guidance and leadership in areasthat of youth children their families are enabled to experience a life ageing out and of care. that is as full and as normal as possible. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Â§ Transition planning Position Â§ MaintainSummary: Statistics Â§ Provide guidance and support to front line workers The Casemonthly Manager position provides a comprehensive Â§ Provide reports community health service in conjunction withAge its of health Â§ Assist in the application process for accessing Majority care team. The Case Manager will provide supervision funds & peer support to the Child Development Workers, QUALIFICATIONS: Assistant to the Case Manager and Respite Workers, in Â§ Post-Secondary Diploma, Degree (BSW, BA) or equivalent each SCTCofcommunity to provide modelServices of service Â§ 2-5 years experience with Child Anda Family delivery forconverse childrenfluently with complex Â§ Ability to in Cree anneeds asset and their families. elements in which services have a Ability toProvide use a variety of computer applications such as Microsoft Â§ particular responsibility to take the in securing Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint andlead database systems. Must effective development, be proficient in Microsoftdelivery excel. and review of services. Recognize cits with service the need Â§ Ability to the dealdefi effectively with a systems variety ofand visitors and tocircumstances protect children through early intervention, sharing ofGood information, effective of services and and Â§ organizational skillsco-ordination and working knowledge of office appropriate training. administrative procedures and related equipment Â§ Excellent oral and effective communication skills QualiďŹ cations: Â§ Must be familiar with Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) and FACTS. â&#x20AC;˘ RN or OF BNEMPLOYMENT preference for someone with a nursing CONDITIONS background in records rehab care in good Â§ Must pass a criminal check,and childmust abusebe registry check and standing with CRNM; or Bachelor of Education or Â§ prior contact check. Bachelor of on Social Work case. Â§ Cannot be active a protection â&#x20AC;˘ Must Supervisory and case management experience; Â§ maintain absolute confidentiality in accordance with agency â&#x20AC;˘ requirements. Knowledge of Jordanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Principle Child First Initiative; â&#x20AC;˘ MayChild development background equivalent Â§ be assigned to provide coverage or or support for other office â&#x20AC;˘ locations Experience working in First Nation from time to time and as required.Communities; â&#x20AC;˘ Must CPR and First Aide Certification; Â§ be willing to travel. â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent computer skills Deadline: October 25, 4:00 pm and culture; â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of2019 Cree@language â&#x20AC;˘ A highly-motivated who is innovative and(3) SUBMIT COVER LETTER &individual RESUME ALONG WITH THREE has a proven to work with a very high REFERENCES MARKEDability â&#x20AC;&#x153;PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIALâ&#x20AC;? TO:degree of accuracyHuman and attention toManager detail; Resources â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent time management facilitation Cree Nation Child & Familyand Caring Agency skills; â&#x20AC;˘ Effective listening MB. communications skills; Boxverbal 10130,and Opaskwayak, R0B 2J0 â&#x20AC;˘ Strong leadership, critical thinking, decision making Fax: 204-623-3847 Email: hr@creenation.ca and problem solving skills. thankDriverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all who apply, and advise that only those selected â&#x20AC;˘ WeValid License, with ability to travel weekly. for furtherisconsideration will be contacted. â&#x20AC;˘ The position subject to satisfactory criminal and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Please visit our and website at https://www.creenation.caâ&#x20AC;? other checks, is subject to terms and conditions in a proposed written agreement. Please forward a resume with 3 references along with cover letter, in confidence, to:

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Friday, October 18, 2019

Backyard Astronomy: double stars

INickel Belt News images courtesy of Gary Boyle Image 2

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OBITUARIES DONALD (DUKE) TAYLOR November 25, 1940 to October 15, 2019 Donald (Duke) Bernard Taylor, age 78 passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Thompson General Hospital October 15, 2019. Duke leaves to cherish his memory his wife Lynn, children Colette (Joe), James (Krislyn), Rebecca (Chris), Donann (Kyle), and Barry; his grandchildren Caitlyn (Adam), Tayla, Kathleen (Dradon), Allison (Brandon), Gavin, Lacey, James Jr., Kaden, Nathan, and his great grandson Greyson. Duke will also be missed by Lynn’s siblings, Heather (Harold), Andrea (Bob), Mary-Ellen (Steve), Andrew and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be specially missed by his niece, Trisha who held a special place in his heart. Duke was pre-deceased by his Dad, Sgt. David Donald Taylor, his mother Juanita Dorothy Houlding and step-father, Thomas Preston Houlding. Duke felt that by far his greatest accomplishment was seeing his first great grandson born. He proudly told everyone that he was so fortunate to still be here to experience this joy as this was a first for his side of the family. His love for Lynn was personified with each milestone in life. Each step-in life, each accomplishment of his children and grandchildren brought him great joy. He might not have always said it to their faces, but he loved fiercely and would beam about them to his friends and family for hours. Duke was born November 25, 1940 in Ottawa Ontario. He was known for his quick wit and was always ready with a sarcastic joke to make you smile. His teasing was immeasurable and his laugh was contagious and filled the room. He loved talking about growing up in Ontario and later attending Thompson Academy on Martha’s Vineyard. Duke held various jobs over the years but the time spent working for Manitoba Hydro and later driving semi were above all his most favourite. Another one of what he considered his greatest achievements was serving as President of Branch 244 of the Royal Canadian Legion. His circle of friends at the Legion could be found regularly ensconced at table 9 – these friendships he treasured right up to the last of his days. Duke loved the outdoors and participated in many things like stockcar racing, snowmobiling, curling and fishing. His love for the lake was paramount and the time he and the family spent at the “cabin” were the best – he constantly had a smile on his face when there. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with Duke’s wishes there will be no funeral. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, October 19 from 1 – 3 at the Boardman Funeral Home, and this summer plans are being made for a celebration of life event which will take place at Paint Lake. Further information on this will be advised when arrangements are completed. The family would like to extend their sincere and grateful thanks to the staff of Thompson Fire and Ambulance Service, the Emergency Services Department and the doctors and nurses on the 2nd floor at Thompson General Hospital for the care and compassion given to Duke. Boardman Funeral home in care of arrangements.

AUDREY FLORENCE BEATON Sep. 7, 1926 - Oct. 8, 2019 It is with great sadness that the family of Audrey Beaton announces her passing after a brief illness, on October 8, 2019 at the age of 93 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children June (Don), Doug, Ron (Suzanne) and Sheila (Mark), her 13 grandchildren and 16 greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Albert in October 2012. Audrey was born in Winnipeg MB on September 7, 1926 to Harry Matthew and Patience Mary Gutsell, and spent her childhood with her brother Victor on Sherburn Street. In 1949 she married Eldon Hartshorne, and they soon welcomed June and Doug. They moved to California a few years later, and, due to a car accident they lost their third child Yvonne. Not long after that Eldon passed away. Audrey returned to Winnipeg and worked with Osler, Hammond & Nanton in finance. Then she met Albert Beaton, who convinced her to move to Thompson MB where they were married on January 20, 1962, and soon welcomed Ron and Sheila. They celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary, only nine months before Abe passed away. Audrey contributed her time and talents by crocheting afghans and knitting slippers and mittens for family, community members, and generously donating many items to the Hospital Auxiliary. She served as a board member for the Credit Union, the Manitoba League of Physically Handicapped, the Army and Navy, and as a member of the Hospital Auxiliary, as well as 25 years for the provincial and federal elections. Thanks to the support of Audrey’s friends and neighbors, she was able to continue in her own home for the next 7 years. However, due to a fall in April she was hospitalized, then transferred to The Maples Personal Care Home in Winnipeg, where she was well-cared for until her passing. She was dearly loved, and touched the hearts of many during her 93 years; she loved her home, her friends and the City of Thompson. She was fun, witty and thrifty, but most of all she was a “people” person. Audrey may be gone - but she will never be forgotten! Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service was held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Klassen Funeral Home, Winnipeg MB. Please join in remembering Audrey Florence Beaton by visiting the memorial at www.KlassenFuneralHome.com Through this site, you are invited to share your thoughts and fond memories with the family.

Gary Boyle

Backyard Astronomy garyboyle@wondersofastronomy.com

Seeing double is never a good thing and a sign to seek medical attention; however, double stars can be a thing of beauty. Some stars that appear as a single point of light to the unaided eye are in fact, double when magnified with binoculars or a telescope. Optical doubles are two stars that appear close together only by line of sight with no physical attraction to each other. Visual binaries are two or multiple stars that physical orbits each other taking a few days to years to complete an orbit. If the geometry is just right, one of the binary stars passes in front of the other and we can see a lowering of the overall brightness for a short time period. These are eclipsing binaries such as the star Algol, the Demon Star, located in the constellation Perseus located in the northeast (Image 1). With binoculars and a bit of practice, you can witness the subtle change in brightness every 2.8 days as the main star dims for about 10 hours. Stars come in an array of colours and can be quite evident in some doubles. Their colour is an indication of surface temperature as all stars burn differently. On the left side of the spectrum, we have the hot blue and blue-white stars that burn at more than 30,000

degrees Celsius. The scale then moves down to green, yellow, orange to the far right side where we find the cooler red ones burning around 2,500 degrees Celsius. For reference, our sun is a yellow star with a surface temperature of 6,000 degrees Celsius. One of the best examples of contrasting colours in a double is the star Albireo (Image 2) found at the head of Cygnus the Swan now located in the northwest sky. Using a telescope operating at 60 power, you will see a bright golden-yellow star next to a dimmer blue sun. The two are about 430 light-years from Earth and might take as long as 100,000 years to orbit each other. Since these are points of light and not faint galaxies or gaseous nebula requiring dark observing sites away from light pollution, double stars can be enjoyed from the city or suburb. Sometime the beauty and challenge is to split the close together; high magnification might not even separate them into individual components. And no two doubles appear alike but seeing them with your eyes is a unique experience. Till next time, clear skies. Known as “The Backyard Astronomer,” Gary Boyle is an astronomy educator, guest speaker and monthly columnist for the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. He has been interviewed on more than 50 Canadian radio stations and local Ottawa TV. In recognition of his public outreach in astronomy, the International Astronomical Union has honoured him with the naming of Asteroid (22406) Garyboyle. Follow him on Twitter: @ astroeducator or his website: www.wondersofastronomy.com.