Leaders, family discuss effort to search landfill for women's remains

The Canadian Press WINNIPEG — A search for the remains of two Indigenous women at a landfill north of Winnipeg could begin as early as April, pending the outcome of a feasibility study.

Grand Chief Cathy Merrick of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs said the effort to find the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran will include a visit to the privately owned landfill later this month.

``We are planning a tour of the Prairie Green landfill, which the owner has graciously offered to organize for us to see the area of interest,'' Merrick said at a news conference Friday.

Police believe the remains of Harris and Myran were sent to the landfill last spring. Jeremy Skibicki is accused of killing them, as well as Rebecca Contois, whose partial remains were found in the city-run Brady landfill in south Winnipeg, and an unidentified woman Indigenous leaders have named Mashkode Bizhiki'ikwe, or Buffalo Woman.

Some community members believe Buffalo Woman's remains may also be at Prairie Green. Skibicki faces four counts of first-degree murder. He has not en- tered a plea yet, but his lawyer says Skibicki maintains his innocence.

Police initially rejected the idea of a search of the Prairie Green landfill, citing the passage of time, the lack of a precise location within the landfill and the tonnes of material that were later deposited in the area.

After public pressure, an Indigenous-led committee was put together to examine whether a search is feasible. The federal government announced this week it will commit $500,000 to the feasibility study, which is to include advice from forensics experts.

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The Grand River Post Secondary Education Office is accepting tenders for cleaning and janitorial duties

The Grand River Post Secondary Education Office is accepting tenders for cleaning and janitorial

Frequency: Two times per week

Start Date: April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2025

Experience: Experience an asset

Qualifications: WHMIS Training for Cleaning & Janitorial Companies

Work Setting: Office building

Duties:

• Sweep and mop floors

• Dust furniture/window sills

• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture

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For Grand River Post Secondary Education Office

The Grand River Post Secondary Education Office provides financial as well as other support services to Six Nations post secondary students.

POSITION TITLE: Financial Accounts Manager LOCATION: Ohsweken

DETAILS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time 12 month term contract (37.5 hours weekly) with the possibility of future full time permanent employment.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO) is a very busy office environment that necessitates multi-tasking by all staff and for duties to be carried out in a professional manner consistent with a team approach. The Financial Accounts Manager with the GRPSEO reports to and is directly responsible to the Director of Post Secondary Student Services for:

• The organizational accomplishment of identified Board Ends policies; and

• Operating within established Board and Operational policies and procedures to accomplish these Ends. To do this the Financial Accounts Manager will:

• Be knowledgeable about all Board, Operational policies, and procedures of the Grand River Post Secondary Education Office.

• Provide efficient management, control and coordination of all financial matters regarding the programs and services of Grand River Post Secondary Education Office and the operation of the Post Secondary Board.

• Provide all financial reports to the Director regarding the operation of the programs and services; preparation of the annual budget and estimates of revenues and expenditures; and the annual audit.

• Provide to the Director, all reports and returns required by agreement between Six Nations and sources of funds for the Grand River Post Secondary Education Office

• Ensure organizational compliance with Board policies regarding Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Condition, Asset Protection and Compensation and Benefits.

• Establish and implement financial policies and procedures within established budget and board policy limitations that will ensure efficient, effective and accurate financial operations, which include, but not limited to receiving and accounting for all funds, expenditures and securities; applicable provincial and federal laws and regulations.

• Deposit all monies, securities, and other valuable effects in the name and to the credit of the Grand River Post Secondary Education Office.

• Maintain an accurate computerized student database and accounting system for financial purposes.

• Establish and implement an annual work plan for all financial matters.

• Supervise the Financial/Administration Assistant.

• Complete annual archiving of financial records for each fiscal year.

• Provide guidance for the efficient and effective use of all computerized records and data systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

University Degree or College Diploma education with concentration in the field of Finance and Accounting. CPA designation requirement and evidence through work history of prior achievement of at least five years of related work experience. Must have proven experience and be highly proficient and skilled in computerized accounting systems (i.e SAGE). Must have proven experience in a supervisory role.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to organize tasks and manage time effectively with a high level of attention to detail

• Ability to work efficiently with various software applications. This includes working knowledge and experience of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office programs, Internet/social media and a proven ability to ensure accuracy of work dealing with data entry, editing.

• Demonstrated ability to: communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in written and verbal forms.

• Work collegially with co-workers and clients while maintaining confidentiality, organizational integrity, and responsive to client needs.

• Be dependable, flexible, and take initiative when necessary. (i.e.: work flex hours as required).

DATE: February 24, 2023

Applicants must submit their resume with (3) recent reference letters by: e-mail to Justine Henhawk-Bomberry, Director of Post Secondary Student Services at: justineb@grpseo.org or drop box located at the front entrance of the office located at 2160 Fourth Line Road, Ohsweken Or by mail to the: Attention: Director of Post Secondary Student Services GRAND RIVER POST SECONDARY EDUCATION OFFICE P.O. BOX 339, OHSWEKEN, ON N0A 1M0 know the score.