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Eco-friendly polar bear safari company wins sustainable tourism award BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Churchill Wild, an operator of fly-in polar bear eco-lodges on Manitoba’s Hudson Bay coast, was recognized Oct. 2 with the sustainable tourism award at Travel Manitoba’s 17thannual Manitoba Tourism Awards gala in Winnipeg. The sustainable tourism award recognized Churchill Wild for providing customized adventures in the Arctic ecosystem that promote conservation of native wildlife and vegetation while creating social and economic benefits for local communities. “We’re very honoured to receive this award,” said Churchill Wild co-owner Mike Reimer, who owns the business with his wife Jeanne, in a press release. “We’ve worked very hard over the past 30 years to ensure our remote lodges and polar bear safaris have minimal impact on the pristine Arctic environments we operate in. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished, and it’s wonderful to be appreciated for our efforts.” Churchill Wild operates four lodges – Seal River Lodge, Nanuk Polar Beard Lodge, Dymond Lake EcoLodge and North Knife Lake Lodge – and bills itself as the only provider of polar bear walking safaris which run from mid-July to mid-November and boast of a 100 per cent success rate. Hiking is the main way that Churchill Wild’s guests get around and they use established trails and beach ridges to minimize their environmental impact and allow animals to approach on their own terms rather than pursuing or pressuring them. The lodges are built from recycled materials and sus-

Nickel Belt News photo courtesy of Travel Manitoba Melanie Swenarchuk, senior business director of Churchill Wild, speaks at Travel Manitoba’s 17th-annual Manitoba Tourism Awards in Winnipeg Oct. 2, where the polar bear safari company won a sustainable tourism award. tainably harvested wood from Manitoba and Minnesota and boost the area’s economy by purchasing local goods and services and employing local youth and First Nations people. Food served at the lodges includes local “country foods” – sustainably and humanely harvested fish, game, wild berries and salad greens – to minimize shipping and offer the best flavour and quality. “Our goal is to become 100 per cent self-sufficient using renewable energy sources such as solar power,” said

Mike Reimer. “We’re almost there.” “Our guests notice even the little things we do with regards to the environment and the wildlife,” said Jeanne Reimer. “We really appreciate that. It’s our way of life.” Travel Manitoba tourism awards nominations are submitted by industry peers, with finalists and winners selected by a tourism industry-based judging panel. Winners receive a trophy and can use the Manitoba Tourism Award symbol for advertising and promotion while also being

highlighted on Travel Manitoba’s website. “Manitoba’s success as a tourism destination is linked directly to the achievements of those businesses and individuals who have been recognized by the Manitoba Tourism Awards,” said Colin Ferguson, Travel Manitoba president and CEO. “What all of 56 nominees, 30 finalists and 11 winners have in common is the ability to offer exceptional service and engaging and distinctive experiences that are the core of our province’s tourism industry.”

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Progressive Conservatives announce strategy for northern economic development BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Opposition leader Brian Pallister promised in Churchill Oct. 13 that a Progressive Conservative government would launch a plan to promote economic development and tourism in Manitoba’s north. The initiative, known

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ies, help out entrepreneurs and aid the expansion of existing businesses in the north, which has a 32 per cent unemployment rate, among the country’s highest. Joining partnerships to increase investment in tourism and effectively market unique opportunities in northern communities would be a key component of Yes North. “Manitoba is very much behind other provincial governments in tourism investment,” Pallister

said. “We believe strategic investment is the key to seize opportunities, and the way to explore that is by working with and listening to stakeholders.” Thompson MLA Steve Ashton challenged the credibility of the PC party when it comes to investing in Northern Manitoba. “I find it absolutely amazing that Brian Pallister would bring out a document that even talks about Yes North,” Ashton said at a press briefing in

Winnipeg. “When it comes to the north, people know that the Conservatives are only talking about no. It’s no to hydro development. They said they’d shut it down. It’s no to the East Side Road Authority. They said they’d shut it down. They even said no to [University College of the North] and building UCN campuses. Clearly, when it comes to Brian Pallister and the Conservatives it’s not Yes North, it’s no north.”

Pipe-sized packs of crack seized on Thompson Drive BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Two Thompson men are facing drug trafficking charges after RCMP seized 44 individual packages of crack cocaine during an Oct. 9 traffic

stop on Thompson Drive. Kenneth Paynter and Chuck Spence were arrested and charged with possessing drugs for the purpose of trafficking and possessing proceeds of crime. They appeared in

court in Thompson on Oct. 13. The traffic stop was conducted by the Thompson RCMP, the detachment’s general investigation section and the North District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team.

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The leader of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) said Oct. 8 that Canada’s political parties should explain precisely how they plan to improve the living conditions of indigenous people in Canada, particularly those in the country’s northern reaches. “Although current political platforms address some issues that are specific to First Nations there has been a noted lack of attention by all parties with regard to the pressing needs of indigenous peoples in Canada and specifically, northern communities,” said MKO Grand Chief Sheila North Wilson in a press release. “MKO invites the candidates from each party to meet our leadership with outlined plans that clearly articulate how they propose to lobby for equal living standards for our MKO nations.” MKO is a political advocacy organization that has represented 30 First Nations in Northern Manitoba since 1981. North Wilson said the issues affecting northern First Nations included housing, food security, income levels, high cost of living, implementation of resource revenue sharing and the effect of Child and Family Services (CFS) on families, as well as a national inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women, girls, men and boys. “Our communities face many challenges that are unique to our north,” said North Wilson. “These include housing, policing, CFS, food security and the high cost of living. Further complicating these matters are the environmental impacts that are oc-

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the issues that affect First Nations are interconnected,” North Wilson said. “For example, to utilize the enforcement systems that are available to CFS without also addressing community housing greatly affects the development of all children. This, in turn, affects the social and mental well-being of our families.”

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NDP candidate promises strong voice for the riding in Parliament BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

Her experience working on important regional issues and willingness to be a strong voice for the riding were among the highlights of Niki Ashton’s speech to the Thompson Chamber of Commerce Sept. 30. The NDP’s candidate for the Churchill-Keewatinook Aski riding and twoterm MP for the Churchill riding, Ashton said her roots in the region give her an understanding of its issues. “I’m somewhat surprised that the candidates from the two other major parties don’t live in the north and are based in the city,” said Ashton. “My view as someone who’s proud to have been born and raised here in

the north, to live here in the north, is that that’s a critical starting point.” Ashton said her willingness to fight for her riding has enabled it to weather setbacks and proposed loss of services despite the fact that she doesn’t sit on the government side in the House of Commons. “In the last few years one of the biggest challenges we faced as a community was the threat of closure of our smelter and refinery and it was actually in this year 2015 that we were going to lose those jobs,” Ashton said. “I raised this issue nationally and even worked to get international attention and I pointed out the degree to which the federal government was involved in putting

our jobs in our community at risk. What was not reported was the degree to which many of us worked, yes, in front of the scenes but also behind the scenes to stand up and protect the jobs in our community. I want to give credit to that solution-oriented initiative, to the city, to the Steelworkers, to the local leadership here at Vale and to the provincial government, our MLA, for coming together and saying that our community needed to be protected. I worked behind the scenes with cabinet ministers at the time including Vic Toews, with whom we were able to negotiate an extension. That’s how we do things here in the north. We speak out when the time comes but we work together both

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in front and behind the scenes to find solutions.” Ashton also said she was proud of fighting to save Thompson’s CBC station. “I took the issue directly to parliament and to the CBC president and here in our community many of us worked together to make it clear that we deserve our pubic services and our public broadcaster here in the north and no matter where any Canadian lives,” she said. “We were able to save our radio station and we were able to make sure that our voices were on the map. The same battle continues to save Canada Post, a critical service for our communities. Here in Thompson we’re at threat of losing home delivery as is Flin Flon, but every single community including The Pas and other rural communities have been at threat of losing post office hours, including positions in their post offices.” Ashton said the Liberals’ economic plan numbers don’t add up and that the riding knows from experience that electing a Liberal won’t necessarily be beneficial. “We’ve had other MPs in the past, including Liberal Members of Parliament, including under Liberal governments, who haven’t spent much time in the riding and under whose governments the north actually has lost out when it comes to the federal government,” said Ashton. Ashton also responded to questions from chamber members in attendance. “To your direct question about a tax credit, I’d have to get back to you to ask my colleagues that deal with the tax credit question but we see a direct role for investment in terms of recreation and an important role for the federal government to help seniors live healthy lives and not to be struggling in poverty,” she said when asked if the recreational

activity tax credit for children could be extended to senior citizens, who are now the larger of the two demographic groups. She criticized past governments for policies that hurt the Port of Churchill. “Under the Liberals the port was privatized which made for a more insecure time in terms of in maintenance and investment and it’s been a struggle to see the kind of commitments we need to see in terms of maintenance from the current owners of the port,” said Ashton. “Under the current government, the Conservative government, the elimination of the Canadian Wheat Board had a direct impact on the security of the Port of Churchill and we know that right off the bat it meant a drop in the secure customer base that the Port of Churchill has always had, the agricultural base, the shipping of grain through Churchill.” With the port looking at a dismal shipping season of only about 200,000 tonnes of cargo this year, compared with 600,000 plus in the last few years, Ashton warned that the end of a subsidy for grain producers in 2017 could exacerbate the port’s problems. Ashton said part of the NDP’s plan to address homelessness is rooted in its belief that housing is a right and its pledge to support that right by spending $2.7 billion on affordable housing overall with a commitment of building 10,000 affordable housing units. Ashton told City of Thompson planner Matt Boscariol that the NDP will reach out to younger Canadians to engage them in the political process. “I know we’re connected on Twitter, Matt, and with a number of folks here in this room I’m connected on Facebook or connected through somebody else on Facebook so we share a lot of the work that we do, whether it’s

questions in Parliament or the visits in Tadoule Lake, all of that needs to be communicated and shared and discussed,” she said. “I think that’s the way we engage young folks not just in this election but in a democratic discussion about the future of our communities and our country.” In addition to calling a national inquiry into missing and murdered aboriginal women within 100 days of being elected, an NDP government would also commit to a national action plan to end violence against women, said Ashton. And while the candidate is hopeful that this election will make history with the NDP being elected as the federal government for the first time, she said the party will work with others in Parliament regardless. “The NDP actually is doing extremely well in parts of the country that have many seats,” Ashton said. “In places like Quebec and B.C. and in other parts of the country we’re having a very strong showing.” “All of us in the NDP signed a coalition agreement a few years ago based on a specific agenda so not just a broad coalition for the sake of coalition but one that actually has a work plan attached to it,” Ashton said. “We’ve been very open to that. I know other players have not and rebuffed that option.” Ashton also pointed out that the NDP is committed to investing in infrastructure and employment. “We’ve committed to an investment to help build and repair roads and bridges with an additional $1.5 billion annually over the next four years and by the end of the NDP’s first mandate we’ve committed to creating 54,000 good jobs in construction, manufacturing and transit operation across the country.”

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Liberal infrastructure and tax measures would benefit Northern Manitoba, candidate says BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

A Liberal government would invest in infrastructure and young people while repairing relationships with First Nations, the party’s Churchill-Keewatinook Aski candidate Rebecca Chartrand told the Thompson Chamber of Commerce Oct. 7. “Over the last decade we’ve seen that Canada’s economy has transformed from a robust diverse economy to one that rises and falls with oil prices,” said Chartrand, comparing Canada’s need to diversify economically with the same need on a smaller scale in Thompson. “We know that this economic tunnel vision is not good for Canada and that the Liberals are the only party that has put forward an economic plan that works with provinces and municipalities like Thompson to address the infrastructure deficit.” Chartrand said the Liberals would cut taxes by two per cent for people making $90,000 or less per year and also increase the Canada Child Benefit program, changes that she says would put more money in the pockets of 90 per cent of people in the Northern Manitoba riding. “More money in the pock-

ets of the average northerner to save, to invest and more importantly, to spend in your businesses is good for Thompson,” said Chartrand, characterizing the election as a choice between investment and austerity and saying that historically low interest rates and a stagnant economy make now the right time to run deficits to improve infrastructure. “We want to kickstart the economy. In terms of long-term plans over the next three years, we’re going to invest $125 billion into infrastructure, $20 billion for social infrastructure and this includes housing for the elderly, safe houses for women and affordable housing for all.” She also said that $2.6 billion has been pledged for First Nations education. Although she lives in Winnipeg, Chartrand said she could be relied upon to support the interests of Northern Manitoba and the Interlake. “With family and friends dispersed throughout the riding the future of my family is also directly linked to the success of the north and to the success of Thompson,” she said. “What’s good for Thompson, the Hub of the North, is good for the riding and the rest of Canada as well

as my own family and their future.” Following her speech, Chartrand addressed questions from chamber members. “We have the second-largest youth population here in the Churchill-Keewatinook Aski riding,” she said when asked if she supports a restorative justice facility in Thompson. “There is also a very high unemployment rate here in the north as well, I believe it’s the highest in all of Canada as well, so that’s a recipe for young people who have no jobs to look elsewhere to make money. Unfortunately sometimes that’s in crime. With a restorative justice facility, it’s a great idea because it’s all about relationships. It’s all about building and maintaining good relationships. That’s a very good example of how we move hand-in-hand into the future and seeing relationships as the common denominator, building good relationships and maintaining that between all of us.” She also said improving access to the outside world is key to unlocking Northern Manitoba’s potential. “That is a provincial issue but in terms of access roads from First Nations communities to provincial roads

that is a federal issue,” the Liberal candidate said. “These roads create a lifeline for many communities and in the riding we have 23 fly-in remote communities that are living in deplorable Third World conditions and we need to improve their quality of life.” The Liberals, if elected, will spend $20 billion on social infrastructure, which includes services for people who are mentally ill and homeless, conditions that are often related. “That includes putting money into safe houses as I’d mentioned, affordable housing but also investing money into health care services such as the mental health area,” said Chartrand. “Being an indigenous person I know what the stats are quite well for aboriginal people. One in three aboriginal people will experience mental health issues at some point in their life and if we don’t have the type of essential services that are needed in our communities or they don’t have access to those services that creates a huge problem and it creates a huge problem not only for families and communities but for all of us as well in the long term.” On the question of whether tax credits for parents who enroll their

children in recreational activities should be extended to senior citizens now that there are more people over 65 than under 15 in Canada, Chartrand pointed to Liberal promises for seniors, such as restoring the age of eligibility for Old Age Security to 65, subsidies for senior citizens living below the poverty line and additional funding for women over 65 who are living on their own. Chartrand also said her party would created 40,000 jobs a year to ensure that young people participate in the economy, while also spending $125 million on skills training and waiving Employment Insurance premiums for the first 12 months for employers who hire workers aged 18 to 24 years old. Money to support post-secondary students is also on the table. “We are going to invest $25 million into the postsecondary support services for all students across Canada but $50 million has been set aside for First Nations students as well,” she said. “This is going to help universities provide those types of supports to help youth transition into postsecondary education and we know the barriers are far greater in First Nations communities.”

The candidate also said she sympathized with nonprofit organizations that don’t have enough funding to pay their employees well and struggle with high turnover. “I know what it’s like to try and run a volunteer organization without paying people or paying people what they deserve because we have people who have a good heart and want to see change for the betterment of people and their community,” Chartrand said. “These are the types of areas where we need to make investments because we’re supporting people who are putting efforts into their community to create positive change.” Chartrand said she is also in favour of subsidizing food prices in remote and northern communities. “Those subsidies should definitely be invested in things that are healthy for people to eat and things that are necessary for good nutrition for young people, so milk, fruits and vegetables,” she said. On the question of how a Liberal government could repair relationships with and conditions of First Nations given the failure of past Liberal governments to do so, Chartrand Continued on Page 6

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Survey first step for Sunset Bay beach The Snow Lake Beach Enhancement Committee’s (BEC) chairperson, Jill Arpin and committee member Deva Andrechuk addressed Snow Lake’s town council during their Oct. 6 meeting. Arpin gave them an overview on the organization and touched on their strategies thus far. Stating that the BEC has met on just three or four occasions and that they have yet to put any extravagant plans in place, the chairperson placed a rudimentary outline of the group’s ideas for the community’s Sunset Bay Beach in front of the council. Ms. Arpin stated that the majority of committee’s meetings up to now have involved bouncing ideas off one another, discussing fundraising, and brainstorming. She said that overall, drainage of the beach area is currently their main focus, as well as placement of a new splash pad. She also noted that some preliminary work, such as planting ten trees is now complete; however, the group would

My Take on Snow Lake mjaxon@gillamnet.com Marc Jackson like to place more fill around these trees prior to the snow flying. Arpin then drew attention to a collapsed culvert that runs through the centre of the beach and with technical support from Coun. Peter Roberts explained how it requires immediate attention. She stated that the group has become only too aware that their first task must be contracting a survey. Arpin explained that elevations are needed in respect to drainage; additionally, all work from here on in and much of the funding depends upon having a working survey. The group currently has a number of quotes on equipment, and Community Futures Greenstone has accessed several more

grants; these also rely upon having a survey in place. The BEC’s development plan involves three phases. The first, as mentioned, involves the work on trees, commissioning of a survey, and replacement of the culvert. It also includes backfilling and levelling low-lying areas, as well as securing quotes, settling on a theme for the beach, and budgeting. The second phase will involve reviewing and awarding tenders, scheduling spending to fall within grant deadlines, and preparatory work for phase three. The third phase will be the most labour-intensive portion. It will see the BEC level the area for splash pad, finish up drainage,

Watch out for deer ticks Lyme disease is caused by a bacterial infection that people can get from the bite of an infected blacklegged (deer) tick. Manitobans can reduce contact with deer ticks by avoiding wooded or forested habitat, wearing long pants and a longsleeved shirt, tucking in clothing, using an appropriate repellent (it should state ‘for use against ticks’ on the product label), looking for and removing ticks as soon as possible. For more information about Lyme disease, its symptoms and how to prevent it, visit our website at www.manitoba.ca/health/lyme/

Nickel Belt News photo by Marc Jackson Snow Lake’s Sunset Bay Beach. Inset: Jill Arpin, left, and Deva Andrechuk, right. backfill, and levelling. Installation of sod, grass, and gravel where needed. As well as installation of picnic tables, the splash pad, and upgrading and moving the splash pad’s pumphouse. There has also been discussion around removal/replacement of the current beach house Council had questions

about the beach’s boardwalk and Ms. Andrechuk stated that they would not touch this area or plan anything for it. Andrechuk noted that the walkway is showing signs of deterioration, but said the BEC will leave it as is. However, they would be willing to eventually do repair work on the walkway

Liberal candidate Continued from Page 5 mentioned initiatives that began when Paul Martin was prime minister. “The Indian Residential School settlement agreement was negotiated under the Paul Martin government so that includes the apology that came from the Harper government,” said Chartrand.

“The money that was set aside for the aboriginal healing foundation also came under the Paul Martin government. Those are the types of things that the Liberal party had put in place. They would have put in place the Kelowna Accord as well, which was a commitment to close the gap between aborig-

You can help You can help in the study of Lyme disease in Manitoba by collecting and submitting deer ticks for surveillance purposes. Deer ticks are smaller than the more common wood tick. Unlike wood ticks, they do not have white markings on their bodies. If you find a deer tick, remove it slowly from skin or clothing using tweezers and steady pressure; avoid twisting. Cleanse area with soap and water or a disinfectant. Place the tick in a small, crush-proof container (for example, a pill bottle) with a piece of slightly damp paper towel (to help keep the tick alive). Firmly tape the lid shut. Check the pictures and additional information on the website to determine if your tick might be a deer tick. Hand-deliver or mail the sample to the address below. If mailing, place the container in a sealed plastic bag then in a cardboard box labeled: RESEARCH SPECIMENS – FRAGILE – HANDLE WITH CARE Include your name, telephone number, email address and information about where, when and on whom (ex: a dog, a person) the tick was found. Deliver or mail to: Passive Blacklegged Tick Surveillance Program Cadham Provincial Laboratory P.O. Box 8450 750 William Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Y1

in consultation with the group that installed it. In closing out the delegate’s session, council asked for regular updates. Arpin stated that they would be working closely with the council from this point forward and said Coun.Roberts and his expertise were a welcome addition to the group’s meetings.

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inal people and the rest of Canada, but unfortunately the NDP of the day worked with the Conservatives at the time to get rid of the Paul Martin government, which killed the Kelowna Accord. The Liberals are committed to restoring the principles and objectives of the Kelowna Accord.”

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Columnists

Songs’ expressiveness a notch above mere words Why do we sing songs at church? Why do we love music and singing at all? From the Bible’s book of Psalms, chapter 47, verses 1 to 2a: “Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy. For the LORD Most High is awesome, the great King over all the earth.” There are times when the only way to express one’s self is to belt out what you mean in word, tone and expression like this old song in the public domain called “The Love of God.” The love of God is greater far than tongue or pen can ever tell; It goes beyond the highest star, And reaches to the lowest hell; The guilty pair, bowed down with care, God gave His Son to win; His erring child He reconciled, And pardoned from

his sin. Oh, love of God, how rich and pure! How measureless and strong! It shall forevermore endure—the saints’ and angels’ song. When hoary time shall pass away, And earthly thrones and kingdoms fall, When men who here refuse to pray, On rocks and hills and mountains call, God’s love so sure, shall still endure, All measureless and strong; Redeeming grace to Adam’s race — The saints’ and angels’ song. Could we with ink the ocean fill, And were the skies of parchment made, Were every stalk on earth a quill, And every man a scribe by trade; To write the love of God above Would drain the ocean dry; Nor could the scroll contain the whole, Though stretched from

priest or interpreter there to guide you through the whole thing. If you like music and lyrics then maybe you should just go to the table of congeneraldirector.mcl@gmail.com tents and choose to start reading at Psalms. These are songs, meant to be Morgan Serger sung. Imagine what they sounded like as people When we add these ac- sang them from their sky to sky. There is something tions, sounds and tunes hearts. Starting at the we can express with a to our best attempts books of Genesis or John note or a hum that goes with words we get some in the Bible is great too beyond the words we beautiful moments of but for some starting can speak. With a cheer communication between with a good song might just show you the way to erupting at a hockey ourselves and God. Perhaps you are fam- a new life. game we are united in I believe that the Bible joy or a collective groan iliar with the Bible and expresses our feeling of all it has or perhaps you is the most special book ... ugh. Perhaps some- think of it as something on earth and that for one else could explain less than the inspired those who are willing to it better but there are and protected Word of humble themselves and times when words fail us God. Perhaps you feel ask God to lead them and an action, sound or intimidated by the Bible through it He will help tune just puts it all into and feel like you could every reader to underthe words we cannot say. only understand it with a stand what they need

Spiritual Thoughts

to understand. If you start in Psalms this is what you get with the first three verses “Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper.” I think we all want to be like that tree. Morgan Serger is the general director of MidWay Christian Leadership on Cree Road in Thompson.

Be prepared in the winter: emergency survival kits CANADIAN RED CROSS As we head into winter, everybody should think about being prepared to deal with the cold, especially if your car gets stuck in the snow and you must stay there for a while. If you are stuck, stay calm and don’t wander off – your car is a safe shelter. Also, don’t tire yourself by digging too much. Shovelling in extreme cold could be deadly. You want to keep your clothes warm, as wet clothing can lead to serious body heat loss.

Don’t run your engine continuously because of the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning, especially if your tail pipe is blocked by snow. Make sure fresh air can come in by opening a window on the sheltered side of the car. Don’t forget that staying awake is very important, so move your hands and feet to maintain your circulation. Besides those key tips, you should always carry an emergency survival kit in your car. The kit should

include: • supply of water/juices for up to 72 hours and non-perishable snacks such as bars, nuts, dried fruit, jerky and crackers; • battery-powered flashlight; • flare to get attention because you don’t want to run your headlights and burn out your car battery; • candles with fireproof matches, for light and warmth; • hygiene products;

• extra blankets and clothing; • battery-powered radio; • first aid kit; • tools such as an axe, shovel and a knife. As part of making sure Manitobans are prepared for dangerous situations, the Canadian Red Cross asks you to make a donation when you are in your local Walmart between Oct.1-23. All money raised stays in the province and goes to Red Cross disaster response and pre-

MALL HOURS: Monday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Tuesday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Wednesday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Thursday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Friday 9:30 - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:30 - 6:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm *Some store hours may vary Mall Office Tel: (204) 677-2113 Fax: (204) 677-4611 www.shopcitycentremall.com

paredness efforts.

Three close games for Norman Wild in Morden BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The Norman Wild lost one game by a single goal and two others by a pair of goals during four games on the road in Morden over the Thanksgiving weekend. The four-game weekend started with a 3-2 loss to the Pembina Val-

ley Hawks Oct. 9. Amery Beardy of Split Lake and Thompson’s Kerri-Ann Sweeny had the goals for the Wild, while Tori Ellers made 41 saves in net. The Wild continued their busy weekend against the Eastman Selects on Saturday morning, dropping a 2-0 de-

cision with Shayna Moore of Thompson stopping 31 shots in net. They were on the ice again in the afternoon, falling 6-0 to the Central Plains Capitals, with Ellers recording 45 saves. The weekend ended against the Interlake Lightning Oct. 11, with the final score 5-3 in

favour of the Lightning. Thompson’s Kali Cummings had a pair of goals for the Wild and Beardy got her second tally of the weekend. Moore stopped 26 shots in the loss. The Wild are back on the ice in Thompson Oct. 17-18 when they take on the Capitals.

Cross Lake varsity boys second in cross country team competition BY IAN GRAHAM EDITOR@THOMPSONCITIZEN.NET

The varsity boys’ team from Otter Nelson River School (ONR) in Cross Lake finished second in the A-AAA team event at the high school cross country provincial championships in Spruce Woods Provincial Park Oct. 14. The Cross Lake varsity boys collected 55 points

to finish second overall behind Westgate Mennonite Collegiate, which collected 41 points in the lowesttotal-wins competition. Carman’s Dufferin Christian School was third with 63 points. ONR’s varsity girls’ cross country team was eighth in the team event while the junior varsity boys from St. Theresa Point were seventh in their category in the team competition.

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Candidates running for election in the Churchill-Keewatinook Aski riding and their party policies By Lars Miranda, special to the Nickel Belt News

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IDEA, PROPOSAL, RECOMMENDATION

CONSERVATIVE

LIBERAL

NDP

GREEN

Publicly fund childcare

NO

NEUTRAL

YES

YES

Implement Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommendations

NEUTRAL

YES

YES

YES

National inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women

NO

YES

YES

YES

Balanced budget without deficits

YES

NO

YES

YES

Expand CPP

NEUTRAL

YES

YES

YES

Income splitting for families

YES

NO

NO

NO

Legalize and tax weed

NO

YES

NEUTRAL

YES

Decriminalize weed

NO

YES

YES

YES

Bomb ISIL in Syria, Iraq

YES

NO

NO

NO

Buy prescription drugs in bulk

NO

YES

YES

YES

Trans-Pacific Partnership

YES

YES

NO

NO

302 • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Reduce Old Age Security to 65 years

NO

YES

YES

YES

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

Increase foreign aid spending

NEUTRAL

YES

YES

YES

Don’t increase any individual federal income taxes

YES

NO

YES

YES

Raise corporate taxes

NO

NO

YES

YES

Keystone XL Pipeline

YES

YES

NO

NO

Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Pipeline

YES

NEUTRAL

NEUTRAL

NO

Energy East Pipeline

YES

NEUTRAL

NEUTRAL

NO

Norther Gateway Pipeline

YES

NO

NO

NO

Reduce GHG below 1990 levels by 80% by 2050

NO

NEUTRAL

YES

YES

Carbon Tax

NO

YES

YES

YES

Restore door-to-door mail delivery by Canada Post

NO

YES

YES

YES

201 • SERVICES

Tire Sales & Service Passenger - Light Truck - ATV Trailer - RV - Golf Carts - Forestry - Retreads - Section Repairs - Tubes Wheel Balancing - Repairs

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90 Hayes Rd. Thompson, MB Phone 677-3925 or Toll Free 1-877-677-9955

301 • HELP WANTED

505 • HOUSES FOR SALE KILLARNEY, MB 2 storey, brick, character home. Upgrades include furnace, windows, electrical, flooring and bathroom. Large lot featuring veranda and side deck. Town has lake, beach, championship golf course and all medical amenities. Phone 204-523-7754. 41nb-gcd-46-nb

510 • RETAIL/ OFFICE SPACE

FOR RENT 2000 square foot store front space for rent. Comes with garage bay with 10’ x 10’ overhead door. Electric forced air/AC. mrplumb@mts.net. 204-677-2013. 37nb-TFN-nb

NOW HIRING Second level to red seal plumbers. Benefit package available, requires driver’s licence. mrplumb@mts.net. 204 677-2013 37nb-TFN-nb

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 500-5000 sq ft. available. Cameron/Hoe building 81 Churchill Drive. Contact Joe Aniceto. 204-679-0490 or Neil Cameron 306-477-5668. 19nb-tfn-nb 2 COMMERCIAL SPACES for Rent One - 1,300 sq ft with storefront location, retail or office Two - 1,600 sq ft, ideal for light industrial or commercial use, easy load & unload & parking access, very reasonable rates. Call 204-6772957 or 250-491-3946. 19nb-tfn-nb

BOARDMAN FUNERAL HOME is looking for part time driver/funeral assistant on an “on call” basis. Good for the recently retired. Average 10-15 hours weekly. Come by 28 Nelson Road. 41nb-1-nb RAPID CLEANERS is looking for a driver to start as soon as possible. Will train, valid driver’s licence required. Phone 204-778-8393. 39nb-tfnb

409 • MISC. FOR SALE CHICKENS. YOUNG, FREE RANGE farm grain fed, oven ready 5-8 lbs., also turkeys 13-30 lbs. $2.65 lb. order now 204-677-5553. 40nb-GCD-45-d

Church Services CHRISTIAN COUNCIL DIRECTORY

LIVING WATER CHURCH Pastor Archie McKay ST. JAMES ANGLICAN Ph: 677-2469 Rev. Jean Arthurson-Ouskan Sunday services @ 7:00pm. 10 Caribou 677-4652 11 am Light of the North Church 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month 7 pm 32 Nelson Road ST. JOSEPH UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC GATEWAY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 340 Juniper Drive 778-7547 159 Cree Rd. ST. LAWRENCE ROMAN CATHOLIC Pastor Dave Cook Fr Subhash Joseph and Fr Guna Sekhar 204-679-9000 Sunday School 10:00 114 Cree R. 677-0160 AM Service 11:00, PM Service 7:00 Sat. 6:30 pm & Sun. 10 am Prayer Meeting- Wednesday 7 PM THOMPSON PENTECOSTAL Pastor Dan Murphy THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF Youth Pastor Lawrence Stratton LATTER-DAY SAINTS Children’s Pastor Miranda Murphy EVERYONE WELCOME SUNDAYS AT 10 AM 83 COPPER RD 126 Goldeye 677-3435 For more information, church tours or Service at 10:30 am home visits call the Missionaries at ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN 204-939-4382 or visit Mormon.org 249 Thompson Drive 204-677-2799 THE SALVATION ARMY, Pastor Murat Kuntel Thompson Corps (Church) Regular Hours: 11 am Church Service 305 Thompson Dr. CHRISTIAN CENTRE FELLOWSHIP Worship services every Sunday at 11:00 am Pastor Ted Goossen 204-677-3658 328 Thompson Dr. N. 677-4457 APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH Sun. School 9:45 am • Service 11 am 111 GOLDEYE CRESCENT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Service Schedule 456 Westwood Dr. S. Sunday 11:00 am Worship Service Ph. 778-8037 Service @ 11 am 3:00 pm Sunday School LUTHERAN - UNITED CHURCH OF 7:00 pm Evening service THOMPSON congregations worship at Wednesday: 7:00 pm Bible study followed by prayer time. Contact us at 52 Caribou Rd. at 10:30 am Sundays. 204-679-2693 or 204-677-5003 Phone 204-677-4495

YES means a party either agrees or is interested in supporting a proposal, recommendation, legislation or idea. NEUTRAL means a party has not yet made a decision or is waiting for more information before opposing or agreeing to it. NO means a party either openly disagrees with something or has not demonstrated an interest in legislation proposed in the House of Commons or in the news media.

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Careers

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

MATURE HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA INSTRUCTOR

BUILDING SERVICE WORKER

Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers�, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers�, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

Thompson (866) 677.6450

Thompson (866) 677.6450

Classification: Instructor Full-Time Term Position: January 25, 2016 to June 24, 2016 York Landing, Manitoba Competition No. 15-104 Closing Date: November 6, 2015 or until position is filled.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION INSTRUCTOR Classification: Instructor Full-Time Term Position: January 5, 2016 to July 30, 2017 Churchill, Manitoba Competition No. 15-103 Closing Date: November 2, 2015

Classification: Building Service Worker 1 Full-Time Term Position: A.S.A.P. to March 4, 2016 Thompson, Manitoba Competition No. 15-101 Closing Date: October 19, 2015

Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers�, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

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Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to self-declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Northern RHA has a Representative Workforce Strategy, we encourage all applicants to self-declare. Criminal Record, Child Abuse, & Adult Abuse Registry Checks are required. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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Employment opportunity available at Joy Global, STORE MANAGER 2 – CHURCHILL Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries is seeking a Store Manager 2 in our Churchill Liquor Mart. We are looking for a result-oriented person with demonstrated abilities in achieving retail objectives. Duties include budgeting, staff scheduling/management, sales analysis, inventory management and merchandising. You will also motivate and develop staff to deliver excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have: x Related post-secondary education (Business Administration) including management, sales and marketing courses, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. x A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of supervisory experience (retail capacity preferred). x Strong leadership, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

* Please note: The successful candidate must reside in the Churchill area Please visit us at www.mbll.ca/jobs for more information and how to apply.

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News Society for Manitobans with Disabilities (SMD) is an organization committed to foster independence, participation and empowerment of persons of all abilities as well as develop and deliver relevant services for persons with disabilities. SMD currently has opening for:

Rehabilitation Counsellor– Full-Time Competition # 38-15 The Rehabilitation Counsellor is responsible for delivery of support and case management services to SMD consumers, to facilitate the full participation and equality of persons with disabilities, adhering to SMD’s established practice and written protocols. Case management protocols will include: intake process, needs assessment, goal setting, service plan development, service plan reviews and documentation. Services delivered may include but are not limited to referrals, counselling, information dissemination and advocacy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Social Work or relevant post-secondary education with 3 years of related experience. Has experience managing a caseload, and knowledge of services available to children and adults with disabilities. Possesses a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and must be willing to travel within the northern region based out of the City of Thompson.

University College of the North (UCN) is committed to building a workforce that is representative of the populations we serve. Applications are invited from individuals who have a demonstrated interest and ability to work with Aboriginal learners and mature students. Preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates.

BUILDING SERVICE WORKER Classification: Building Service Worker 1 Full-Time Regular Position Thompson, Manitoba Competition No. 15-100 Closing Date: October 19, 2015

Please visit our website for more detailed information about UCN and this employment opportunity. At http://www.ucn.ca, select “UCN Careers�, and select from the list of positions to view. Thank you for your interest in UCN.

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Closing date for this position is Tuesday, October 27, 2015. To apply, please go to our website at: www.smd.mb.ca/smd/careers

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We thank all interested applicants, however, only those considered for interviews will be contacted.

Dynamic opportunities await you in your new career with Diagnostic Services Manitoba. DSM is the not-for-proďŹ t corporation responsible for all of Manitoba’s public laboratory services and for rural diagnostic imaging services. Our vision is to create a patient-ďŹ rst environment that provides quality laboratory and diagnostic imaging services supporting the health care needs of all Manitobans.

Chief Operating OfďŹ cer DSM is seeking a committed and professional individual to ďŹ ll the leadership role of Chief Operating OfďŹ cer (COO). Reporting to the CEO, as the COO, you will be responsible for directing the operational activities of DSM in a provincially integrated environment which includes ongoing evaluation and redesign to ensure that DSM’s services are timely, accurate and based on solid management structures, processes and practices. You will exercise the sound budgetary and operational stewardship of an essential and inclusive health care service and grow and nurture effective operational relationships with all of DSM’s internal and external health care partners. You will have a track record of effectively coaching middle level staff to manager and develop high-performance teams and develop and implement program strategies. You will be an analytical and decisive decision maker with the ability to prioritize and communicate to staff key objectives and tactics necessary to achieve organization goals. You will have an unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation.

Safeway Operations, Sobeys Inc. is currently seeking a dynamic and motivated individual for the position of PHARMACY ASSISTANT in THOMPSON, MB. If you are seeking a professional, challenging and rewarding career in retail pharmacy, Safeway Pharmacy is looking for you! Candidates wishing to apply must have a pharmacy assistant certificate from a recognized college, or a minimum of 2 years retail pharmacy experience.

TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM ASSISTANT FULL TIME POSITION

Under the supervision of the Director of Education & Training, the Training & Employment Program Assistant will be required to maintain accurate ďŹ nancial records and provide support to the Training & Employment Coordinator and Employment & Training Workers in KTC Communities. Provide regular ďŹ nancial reports to the KTC First Nations and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak ASETS Program on the Employment & Training budgets for KTC. (Includes Consolidated Revenue Fund & Employment Insurance Programs).

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For more information about DSM, go to: www.dsmanitoba. ca DSM values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (Including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained not more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Human Resources Coordinator 1502 – 155 Carlton Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3H8 Tel: (204) 926-7826 Fax: (204) 940-1769 Email: dsm_hr@dsmanitoba.ca

Responsible to the VP Medical Services and Chief Medical Office (CMO), the Manager of the Northern Consultation Centre (NCC) is responsible for the overall leadership of the NCC. He/She shall plan, organize, direct and control all activities of the NCC, including selection, hiring, and performance management of all non-medical staff in NCC within the Region’s policies and procedures and directions from the Director, Primary Care and Clinics. The Manager will ensure that the Values, Vision, and Mission of the Northern Health Region (NHR) are exemplified in the day-to-day operation of the NCC. The incumbent must fulfill the requirements of the Criminal Records/ Vulnerable Person, Child Abuse Registry check, and Adult Abuse Registry check and adhere to all NHR policies and procedures. Qualifications: t .VTU IBWF B #BDIFMPS %FHSFF JO /VSTJOH PUIFS CBDIFMPS EFHSFFT JO DMJOJDBM or science areas may be considered. t .BTUFS T JO )FBMUI #VTJOFTT "ENJOJTUSBUJPO PS SFMBUFE BSFBT JT QSFGFSSFE t 4JHOJÜDBOU FYQFSJFODF JO )FBMUI $BSF .BOBHFNFOU XPVME CF DPOTJEFSFE as alternative to the above. t .VTU IBWF B WBMJE .BOJUPCB $MBTT 7 ESJWFS T MJDFOTF BDDFTT UP B WFIJDMF BOE willingness to travel the Region and province year round. t .JOJNVN PG ÜWF ZFBST QSPHSFTTJWF NBOBHFNFOU FYQFSJFODF QSFGFSBCMZ JO B IFBMUI DBSF TFUUJOH MPDBM FYQFSJFODF JT BO BTTFU t &YQFSJFODFE JO $PNNVOJUZ %FWFMPQNFOU 4QFDJBMUZ )FBMUI $BSF BOE Financial Management. t ,OPXMFEHF PG QBUJFOU TBGFUZ BOE "DDSFEJUBUJPO $BOBEB TUBOEBSET regional/facility/unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines. t 1FSTPOBM )FBMUI *OGPSNBUJPO "DU 1)*" 1SPUFDUJPO PG 1FSTPOT JO $BSF "DU .FOUBM )FBMUI "DU 8PSLQMBDF )B[BSEPVT .BUFSJBM *OGPSNBUJPO 4ZTUFNT 8).*4 BOE PUIFS MFHJTMBUFE BDUT SFMFWBOU UP QSBDUJDF t ,OPXMFEHF PG DPNQVUFS TZTUFNT &.3 &MFDUSPOJD .FEJDBM 3FDPSE XPSE processing, and e-mail applications. Successful applicants may be eligible for: Northern Living Allowance, Relocation "TTJTUBODF *OUFSJN "DDPNNPEBUJPOT *TPMBUJPO 3FUFOUJPO "MMPXBODF BOE Academic Allowance. For complete list of qualifications please visit our website www.nrha.ca. Aboriginal applicants are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications & resumÊs. Full job description is available upon request. Position will remain open until filled. For more information, please contact: Mr. Dion McIvor, RPR, Recruitment Officer 867 Thompson Drive South, Thompson, MB R8N 1Z4 Fax: (204) 778-1477, Email: recruiteast@nrha.ca

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Purpose of Position: In addition to an MBA or MHA, the ideal candidate will have ďŹ ve or more years of senior experience on the leadership team of a dynamic organization, with a proven track record in successfully managing organizational change. You must be a service focused team player able to drive change, deliver results, maintain strategic alignment, demonstrate adaptability, lead courageously and effectively inuence both internal and external stakeholders.

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Formal training in the area of Business Administration. Experience in maintaining ďŹ nancial records, individual ďŹ les, ďŹ nancial reports (monthly, quarterly and annual). Knowledge of the various programs and guidelines under the Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training Strategy (ASETS). Knowledge of the eligibility and reporting requirements of the ASETS. Ability to work independently. Must have experience in working with Excel Programs, KETO and be computer literate. Must be able to travel to remote northern communities to work with Training & Employment Workers. Valid driver’s license for the Province of Manitoba is an asset. Ability to speak either Cree or Dene is an asset.

Salary is dependent upon qualiďŹ cations and experience. A comprehensive beneďŹ ts package is provided. A complete job description can be obtained by calling (204) 677-2341 or Aggie Weenusk, Director of Education & Training at (204) 677-0399. Interested candidates are invited to submit in conďŹ dence a resume with references and a letter of application stating salary expectations before 4:00 p.m., October 16, 2015 to: Lisa Beardy – OfďŹ ce Manager Keewatin Tribal Council 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax: (204) 677-0257 E-mail: lbeardy@ktc.ca We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in employment with Keewatin Tribal Council, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Help Wanted Equipment Operator/Labourer – Temporary Employment For the Thompson Regional Airport Authority QualiďŹ cations: Applicants must have experience operating heavy equipment. Incumbent must have a valid class 3 driver’s license with the ability to obtain airbrakes. Must be able to manage and prioritize his/her workload. Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills and proven ability to work co-operatively in a team environment are essential. Knowledge in the aviation industry would be an asset. Incumbent must have a clean driver’s abstract record for seven years. Duties: Reporting to the Operation Manager the incumbent must be willing to be deemed proficient and operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment will include trucks, front-end loaders, graders, snowblowers, sweepers and other pieces of equipment. Incumbent must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures. The incumbent will also provide regular maintenance of airport grounds, brush cutting, lawn mowing, painting, minor repairs to buildings and fences. Assist in road and runway maintenance and assist maintenance staff in various duties and operating small grounds equipment. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resume how they meet the qualifications of the position. Incumbent will be subjected to shift work including weekends. Salary range is $18.21 to $26.10 and subjected to the terms and conditions outlined in the collective agreement. Closing date will be October 16, 2015. Apply by mail to: Thompson Regional Airport Authority Box 112 Thompson MB R8N 1M9 Fax: 204-778-6477 Melissa.Lounsbury@y-yth.ca

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COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Communities Economic Development Fund (CEDF) is recruiting for the position of Community Economic Development Office (CEDO) in its community programming division. The position is located in Thompson. Responsibilities include: •

Assisting Community Development Corporations with developing economic planning and opportunities. Providing technical assistance to entrepreneurs in northern communities. Developing economic opportunities as identified through community consultation. Pathfinding for communities and individuals to locate resources and assistance in developing economic opportunities.

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The successful candidate will have post secondary education, preferably in Commerce, and some experience with community development, possibly including micro-enterprise development. The candidate must be able to communicate confidently and professionally with a variety of stakeholders. The position requires the ability to travel. CEDF is a Manitoba Crown Corporation. It offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Please submit a resume by Friday, October 23, 2015 to the attention of: Oswald Sawh, CEO CEDF 15 Moak Crescent, Thompson MB R8N 2B8 Fax: 204-778-4313 Email: admin@cedf.mb.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWASIS AGENCY OF NORTHERN MANITOBA LOCATION: THOMPSON CENTRAL OFFICE, THOMPSON, MB Position:

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUCNIL JOB VACANCY PART TIME BUILDING MAINTENANCE Terms of Reference

Youth Care Practitioner (.8 Overnight Awake) Kisewatisiwin Services-Thompson COMPETITION NUMBER: 2458.09.15 Macdonald Youth Services requires a Youth Care Practitioner to work the Overnight Awake shift within the Kisewatisiwin Services in Northern Manitoba, working with high-needs adolescents with multiple treatment issues. QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB: The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a nurturing, caring and safe environment for youth in a residential setting and must display the ability to understand and support treatment goals and to develop and maintain positive relationships with youth who demonstrate a wide range of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties. Good written and verbal communication skills are required. As team members, duties may include, but are not limited to: administrative responsibilities, crisis management, maintaining health standards as directed by residential licensing requirements, budgeting, and contributing to treatment programming. Sound judgment, stress management, and good role modeling skills are required. Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR Certification, minimum of 18 years of age, possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), possess a current (within 3 months) or willingness to obtain a Child Abuse Registry Check. HOURS: 32 hours per week, Friday-Monday, midnight to 8 am SALARY RANGE: $27,727.49 - $43,622.31 d.o.q per annum, plus competitive benefits plan. This position is also entitled to a Northern allowance equal to an additional five percent (5%) of the salary. Resumes may be faxed: 204-778-7778, emailed: northern.careers@mys.mb.ca, or delivered: 102-83 Churchill Drive Thompson, MB quoting competition number before 12:00 noon October 26, 2015. MYS is committed to developing and retaining a diverse workforce. All successful applicants may also be required to apply for a Prior Contact Check. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information about our other employment and volunteer opportunities please visit our website www.mys.ca.

This position takes from and reports to the Senior Administrative Officer. The primary role includes performing maintenance in and outside the office building. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure the reliability, access and safety of the workplace. RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS • • • • • • •

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Perform preventative and pro-active maintenance on buildings and facilities Conduct routine, non-licensed inspections of facilities including fire equipment Ensure fire protection equipment is properly maintained and up to date Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings and facilities including carpentry and painting Basic plumbing and electric knowledge is an asset Coordinate major maintenance and repairs as required to mechanical systems Ensure the safety and protection of buildings including ensuring doorways are not blocked and that buildings and facilities are locked when not in use Help staff with assemble/move furniture. Knowledge of inspection procedures Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures Knowledge of record keeping systems Team building skills Decision making skills Ability to read and write maintain daily logs Time management skills Effective verbal and listening communication skills

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two references, with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to: Lisa Beardy, Office Manager Keewatin Tribal Council Inc. 23 Nickel Road Thompson, Manitoba R8N 0Y4 Fax No.: 204-677-0256 Email: lbeardy@ktc.ca

Regional Family Enhancement Worker – Shamattawa Unit, One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

The Regional Family Enhancement Worker is responsible to provide children and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system by creating preventive services, creating awareness and education, advocacy and counseling. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will utilize a continuum of services, develop service plans, coordinate the services needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will ensure that services are being delivered in accordance with Provincial Legislation, Provincial Standards, Awasis Agency Policies & Procedures and specific directives. The incumbent is required to have good interpersonal skills to work with children, families, colleagues and community collaterals. The Regional Family Enhancement Worker will be working with the Shamattawa Unit out of the Thompson Central Office and will be required to travel to the community at the request of the supervisor. Qualifications: • BSW Degree with experience in child welfare or • Combination of experience in a related field along with the completion of 2 years and working towards a BSW Degree will be considered • Knowledge of CFS legislation, issues and standards • Knowledge of Child & Family Services Information System (CFSIS) is an asset • Excellent assessment, interviewing, and counselling skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Demonstrated crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills • Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills • Demonstrated ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as a team setting • Sensitivity to and an understanding of First Nations culture and values • Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language would be considered an asset Working Conditions: • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment • Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must be willing to travel • Must have satisfactory Prior Contact, Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check • Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience Closing Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 A cover letter indicating the position applying for, an updated resume and three references can be sent to: Human Resources Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba 100-701 Thompson Drive Thompson, Manitoba R8N 2A2 Fax: (204) 778-8428 Email: hr@awasisagency.ca Awasis Agency provides continuous training and a great benefits package to employees. We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., October 28, 2015. We would like to thank all those that apply for the position, but only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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to join our Helical Pier Systems team Under the direct supervision of Surveyor Manager, the Surveyor’s main responsibilities will include: • Completion of various types of surveys including stake outs and topographic surveys • Ensuring Implementation Company safe work policy and quality assurance • Communicating scope and schedule information to team members • Managing the flow of data from field to office and back • Ensuring project tasks are completed on time and accurate • Having field notes that are clear, concise and accurate Qualifications: • Preferably have a technical diploma in geometrics with a minimum of 2 years in the Survey field. A combination of field experience and education would also be acceptable • Excellent writing and communication skills and attention to detail • Competency with computers, total stations, GPS and laser levels • Willingness to learn new methods/field software • A valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract for the past 3 years • Must be self-motivated and able to work under minimal supervision • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced working environment on multiple projects • Must pass a pre-employment Drug, Alcohol and 50lb physical fitness test • Must be willing to travel throughout Canada, work outside and work rotations.

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The successful candidate will be required to work in a team environment in all types of weather conditions. You must be physically fit and able to help move material and large objects. You must have good safety awareness, good communication & competent decision-making skills, and a desire to perform requested duties with a focus on safety and appropriate precautions. HPS offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package. Requirements: • Work well with others or independently • Capable of working within a fast paced environment • Capable of working in all weather conditions • Ability to follow direction, remain alert, and maintain a high level of concentration • Have good judgement and the ability to react quickly • Work for upwards of 21 days away from home • Adaptable to changing shifts • Be able to perform Physical Labour on a daily basis Qualifications: • Must have a current valid drivers licence and provide a drivers abstract (send with resume) • Asset to have Construction/Swamping and equipment operating experience • Experience working with Skid Steer or Loader an asset • Asset to have related certificates (PST, H2S Ground Disturbance, TDG) • CSTS-09 and First Aid are requirements for this position • Training in WHMIS, OSSA is an asset • Must pass a pre-employment Drug, Alcohol, Audio and 50lb physical fitness test • Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

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