newsletter-may 27, 2011
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819-723-2370 819-723-2799
TFN Council Tel: Fax: TFN Administration Tel: Fax:
819-723-2335 819-723-2353
Police Tel: Admin: Fax:
819-723-2323 819-723-2810 819-723-2734
Health Center Reception: Fax: CHR: Med. Tran. N.N.A.D.A.P. Brighter Futures: Mental Health
819-723-2260 819-723-2272 819-723-2487 819-723-2599 819-723-2153 819-723-2381 819-723-2152
Social Services Tel: Fax:
819-723-2955 819-723-2925
Kiwetin School Tel: Fax:
819-723-2533 819-723-2578
A.L.T.C.C. Tel: Fax:
819-723-2225 819-723-2112
Radio Station Tel: Fax:
819-723-2121 819-723-2167
H.R.S.D. Tel: Fax:
819-723-5333 819-723-5211
TFN Newsletter Tel: Fax:
819-723-2260 819-723-2272
Outreach Center New Liskeard, On. Tel:
705-647-4969
Recreation Center Tel: Fax:
819-723-2291 819-723-2353
Seniors/Elders Unit Tel:
819-723-5223
Parajudicial Services Tel:
819-723-2313
Income Security Tel:
819-723-5333 Ext. 232
Economic Development Tel:
819-723-5333 Ext. 226
TFN Newsletter TFN Newsletter Now available online at: www.timiskamingfirstnation.ca/news.html Edition 11 - Issue 129
Wabikone Kizis - Flower Moon - May 27, 2011
TFN Departments and
Health and Awareness Day
The TFN Health Centre
and Administration Office
are hosting a
Health and Program Information Day
Saturday May 28, 2011
10:00am to 3:00pm
This fun filled event will take place at the
Kiwetin School Gym.
Prizes and Lunch
will be available!
Congratulations
Heather graduated from the Social Services
Program at Canadore College on May 25th.
She will be returning to Canadore in the fall
to study in the Mental Health and Addictions
counseling program.
Congratulations Heather, your Mom, Dad
and Family are very proud of you,
Your Community is proud
of your accomplishments!
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You are cordially invited to come
and share this important cultural
celebration with us!
GRAND ENTRY AT 9:30 am
M.C. Kyle Chevrier Elders Marilyn Chevrier-Wills Hank Rodgers Lead Dancers Tyler Paul Stephanie McLeod Lead Drum Little Iron Guest Drums KLDCS Hand Drum
For more information contact Christine Bolger at 647-7336 ext 120.
T.D.S.S. 5th Annual Powwow Friday, June 3, 2011 9:30am – 2:30pm
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Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life gives you and your
community the opportunity to celebrate cancer
survivors, remember and honour loved ones lost to cancer
and fight back against all cancers.
Gather 10-15 friends, family members or your
co-workers and join us in an evening of fun.
RELAY FOR LIFE - RELAIS POUR LA VIE
Date: June 10, 2011 Time: 7:00 pm to 7:00 am
Location: Aréna Frère-Arthur Bergeron Ville-Marie, Québec
For more information call Colleen at the
TFN Health Center at 819-723-2487
Community Notice
It has been brought to our attention that some people want to remove their name from
the petition that is circulating. This petition is not the property of the Leadership of the Timiskaming First Nation, we can only recommend the following option:
1- See the individual responsible for the petition and ask them to remove your name in
your presence.
If for some reason they do not remove your name from the petition your next option is
the following:
1- Send or deliver a written memo stating you want your name remove indicating the date of your request along with your signature and band number to the TFN Lands/
Membership Clerk.
This process will assure that your right has been respected. Chief and Council
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TFN Offices
Summer Hours
Starting: May 2, 2011 Ending: September 2, 2011
Summer Hours are as follows
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 12:15 pm
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Fridays: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friday afternoon: Closed
This includes Band Office, Council Office, Health Center Ni Dakinan (Natural Resources and Heritage Dept.)
Education Update To all Post-Secondary Students.
If you are an aboriginal woman of First Nation Status, a member of a First Nation commu-nity in Canada, and have recently completed one year of full-time studies at a post-
secondary educational or training institution, you can apply for the 2011 Rose Nolan Schol-arship. The full application must be completed with all required documentation and mailed
no later than June 30, 2011. Faxes and e-mails will not be accepted. For more information please contact Joe Tice at [email protected] or Sandra Nolan at [email protected]
or visit the website at www.tednolanfoundation.com or write to Ted Nolan Foundation, 9 Sandhurst CT., Brantford, Ontario, N3R 7G4
We also invite all post-secondary students to visit the site of the National Aboriginal
Achievement Foundation (NAAF): http://www.naaf.ca/download applications for possible
scholarships and bursaries that they can apply for. Hurry because the general post-secondary bursaries deadline is June 1st.
Other news: The post-secondary policy is still under review. It is a long process because a
lot of discussions are taking place to try and meet all possible situations. The committee is doing its best to have the policy completed as soon as possible. We must verify that it also
meets the criteria set forth by Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development.
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Repair damaged steps
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We are inviting everyone form our First Nations Communities
to three fun-filled days of festivities and event to be held at the
Wanaki Centre &
Kitigan Zibi School Pow-Wow Grounds July 15-17, 2011
Food Stands, Craft Stands and Information Kiosks will be available to guests.
“rough camping” services will be available on a first-come, first served basis only available at the Kitagan Zibi Pow-Wow grounds.
Phone: 819-449-7000
Web: wwwlwanakicentre.com
CANOE RACES, LIVE MUSIC SHOWS, HORSE SHOES, HOOP DANCING, WANAKI CENTRE TOURS, RECOVERY & RELAESE WORKSHOPS, SACRED FIRE,
SWEAT LODGE CEREMONY, TRADITIONAL FEAST AND MORE…...
All Activities during our celebration will be drug and alcohol-free.
Track and Field
Our TFN Students represented TDSS very well at the NEOAA (North East Ontario Athletic Associa-tion) championships. The following students competed and these are their results.
Kelly-Ann King 400m...7th with a time of 1:12.7
800m...3rd with a time of 2:49.5 1500m.2nd with a time of 5:53.8
Sarah Thivierge Javelin
Long Jump...7th with a distance of 2.83m
Peter Thivierge 100m Hurdles...2nd with a time of 19.9 400m Hurdles...5th with a time of 1:14.9
200 m…………...10th with a time of 26.6
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Timiskaming First Nation Police Force
Now that we are getting a lot of beautiful weather some people will be heading onto the lakes and
rivers in their boats or pleasure crafts. Staying safe on a boat/pleasure craft is very simple. Follow just a few simple rules, and you will have a great afternoon on the water. But fail to use common sense, and you can put your life in jeopardy.
Always wear a lifejacket or PFD (personal floatation device)
Why? The majority of drowning victims could have been saved if they took the time to wear a life-
jacket. Each person on your boat should wear a PFD that fits them snugly and securely. This simple step really does save lives.
Avoid alcohol
Why? The probability of being injured on the water doubles when alcohol is involved and studies have also shown that the effects of the sun and wind can make you feel as if you've consumed more alcohol than you actually have.
Check the weather forecast before heading out
Why? You need to know what kind of weather you'll be facing. Always check local weather condi-tions for boating safety before departure- TV and radio forecasts are sources of information.
Use common sense and operate responsibly
Why? If you use common sense, you can avoid nearly all boating accidents. Operate your boat at a safe speed at all times, especially in crowded areas. Be courteous of others using the waterways
and obey all boating rules. Be watchful of swimmers and other boaters, and always have a spotter for water-skiers and tube riders. Stay alert, be respectful of buoys, and think before you act.
Never stand up in your small powerboat, canoe, or similar watercraft
Why? Standing up can make a small boat unstable, and can even cause it to capsize.
Take a boating safety course Why? You wouldn't drive a car unless you had taken Driver's Ed...So why would you get on a boat
without learning more about basic boating safety? Boater education requirements vary by province- some require validated completion of at least one boating safety course.
For more information on obtaining your Pleasure Craft Operator Card you can find it at the following website:
www.safeboatingcourse.ca
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Welcome future Headstart students & parents! We are pleased that you have chosen Kiwetin School for your child’s first years of learning experience as he/she enters the Headstart Program in September 2011. If you have not yet officially registered your child, you can come by the school any working day from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and complete the proper forms. You must have the long form of their birth certificate. No child will be able to register without having the parents provide the long form. You must also have their band number and medical card #.
NEW FOR SEPTEMBER 2011:
Headstart will be only ½ day from 8:30-11:30 starting in September. This year was a trial and we found that the full day was too much for the age group. Children were too tired, so Headstart program will be one half day. If you will require daycare services for your child, we recommend that you register
him/her now at Pidaban Child Care Centre as there may be a waiting list.
For more information, please contact us at the number listed below. Once again, we are looking forward to meeting your child in September 2011!
_______________________ Mrs A. Briar Giroux
School Principal _____________________________________________________________________________________
KIWETIN SCHOOL 8 ALGONQUIN AVENUE - NOTRE-DAME DU NORD, QC JOZ 3BO
TEL.: (819) 723-2533 – FAX: (819) 723-2578
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The tour began with a brief 10 minute video and all the students were engaged. It showed how elec-
tricity worked in the household and its connection to the water dam. Afterwards, we were given hard hats
and earphones for security purposes and to hear our guide, who was speaking into a microphone. We then
went to the generating station to see models of the landscape and dams along the Ottawa River. The stu-
dents were asked who the first people to use the Ottawa River were and explained how it was the Algon-
quins and they were good business people (traders) with the Europeans. Afterwards, the guide explained
the use of certain areas and buttons in the generating station. Students did not have many questions but
they behaved well. We arrived back at Kiwetin School for 12:00 p.m. The students enjoyed it as well as the
teachers. Altogether there were 5 adults and 14 students from grades 5&6. From the grades 7&8, 18 stu-
dents were accompanied by 6 adults!
The impact on the environment were said to be minimal and that Hydro-Quebec does everything they
can to prevent harmful effects. They also keep track of all the pollution and negative impacts to the envi-
ronment Hydro-Quebec causes. At this location, the survival rate for fish is 95% and do not have any fish
ladders while other dams in Quebec do. This dam site was built in 1968.
Meegwetch to the Kiwetin school children and staff for their help and participation!
Seen
above are the
Grades 5 & 6 and
below are
The Grades 7 & 8
Ada Chevrier & Lindsay McLaren – Field Technician 28 Algonquin Ave.
Timiskaming First Nation, QC J0Z 3B0 819-723-2019
Or e-mail us at : [email protected]
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Full Moon Ceremony Odehimin Kizis (Strawberry Moon)
Wednesday June 15, 2011
8:30 pm
at Marilyn Chevrier-Wills Lodge (Full Moon Lodge) On Richard’s Road
Appreciation Corner (Thank you for going above and beyond)
Thank You to the following people for their years of service as members of the Seniors and Elders
Committee, Doris McBride, past President, for your many years of dedication to the Seniors/Elders of the TFN.
Linda Saile, past Vice President, for all your help and support and Barbara Polson Lariviere past Secretary-Treasurer for the many volunteer hours spent at the Seniors/Elders Unit. Meegwetch, each of you!!!
A big Meegwetch goes out to Carrie McAnaul who has been so helpful with the snack programs
over the past year, as well as the one before. She has applied for the program and managed it. She goes to the grocery store in New Liskeard and picks up the morning and afternoon snacks for the students. She has also been involved with a lot of fundraising this year to make the grades 5/6
trip possible to Toronto in June. She is a very dedicated teacher who always puts the students first on her list. She is a lady of many talents who shares her knowledge with the kids. It is important
to acknowledge people like Carrie. I say thank you on behalf of all the parents and students from Kiwetin for all the extras you do for the school.
Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer.
TIMISKAMING NATIVE WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP WOMEN’S WELLNESS
ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND
“WOMEN’S SHARING CIRCLE” WHERE: 116 WHITEWOOD AVE NEW LISKEARD, ON NEXT CIRCLE; TIME: STARTING AT 6:30 PM SHARP
Contact: Marilyn C. Wills at 705-647-7877 WOMEN GATHER IN A CIRCLE SMUDGE IF THEY CHOOSE, SING, DRUM, SHARING CIRCLE
TEACHINGS ON THE TOBACCO, WATER AND STRAWBERRIES
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Please bring you own cloth and tobacco
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6:30 pm Sharp Entry Fee – $20
Extra 2 Strips - $5.00
Extra 4 Strips – $10.00 Specials & Jackpots - $1.00 each
New Programs and New Rules..!!
Any student looking for volunteer
school hours can call Dan at 819-723-2335
Dan Lavigne Cultural Coordinator 24 Algonquin Ave
Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec (819)723-2335
Thursday Night
Megwetch, Thank You, Merci
Kiwetin School
Parent Committee
Estelle Wabie for Head Start- Kindergarten
Twyla Wabie for Grades 1 & 2 Robin Chevrier for Grades 3& 4
Christine Chevrier for Grades 5&6 Lynn Simpson for Grades 7&8 Harold McKenzie and Wanda King are the two
members representing the community at large
The two Parent Committee members who are on LEA are: Harold McKenzie and Christine Chevrier
The next Parent Committee Meeting is scheduled for the following date:
Thursday june 9, 2011
All meetings will be in the Kiwetin School Library starting at 4:30 pm
Community Notice
Lands and Membership
I will be out of the office from Monday May 30 to Monday June 6, 2011 (inclusive) I am sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Jessica Chevrier
Lands and Membership Clerk
Senior’s Committee
Meeting
Thursday June 9, 2011
At 1:30
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Reverse Osmosis Residential Water System
Systems sold here at $210.00 compared to other systems that are sold at $350.00
Price D.I.Y. Installation $210.00 Seller installed $260.00
Potential customer usage is one 18 liter per week.
Recommended filter change every 6 months at an annual cost of $120.00 $120.00 / 52 wks. = $2.30 weekly costs
The more bottles you use per week the more the savings. D.I.Y. customers realize further savings on home maintenance. One system on hand. First come first served.
For information or to purchase Call Francis Robinson at 819-723-5173
R.O. water is the best, safest, healthiest drinking water available.
Lawn Cutting Services
Contact
Ralph McKenzie
at
819-723-2838 l
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All are invited to
Join us in worship,
teaching and preaching
of the Word on
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
at Karen Polson’s home
60 Richard’s Rd.
John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlast-ing life." For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved."
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Offer of Employment The TFN is an equal opportunity employer and where members with equal qualifications will be given priority.
All the complete job postings are available at the Administration Office
Applicants should be aware that the TFN has a pre-employment drug testing program.
All Positions have a 6 month probation period,
Anyone interested in the above positions are invited to submit their Resume along with a cover let-ter, all pertinent documentation, and reference list to:
TIMISKAMING FIRST NATION Attn: Nancy McBride
24 Algonquin Avenue (TFN) Notre-Dame du Nord, QC J0Z 3B0
Or e-mail to: [email protected]
Title Radio Station Announcer (Extension)
Department Economic Development
Line of Authority Under the direction of the Director of Economic Development
Summary
To help provide the TFN Community with continuous service from the Community Radio Station
Deadline: Thursday June 7, 2011 at 4:00pm
Community Reminder
If you have not done so
please change the numbers on your house
Darlene (Darlo) Chevrier
Housing Manager
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The sixth moon of Creation is Strawberry Moon. The medicine of the strawberry is reconciliation. It was
during this moon cycle that communities usually held their annual feasts, welcoming everyone home, re-
gardless of their differences over the past year, letting go of judgment and/or self-righteousness.
Manadjitagani-wan
Sun
Metisowini Kijigan
Mon
Anjeni Kijigan
Tue
Sozep Kijigan
Wed
Ishpiniganiwan
Thurs
Chibayatigo Kijigan
Fri
Mini Kijigan
Sat
1 2
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
3 TDSS Pow-Wow
4
5 6
Council Meeting
7
8 9 Senior/Elder
Com Meeting
1:30
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
10
11
12 13 Council Meeting
14
15
Full Moon
Ceremony
16
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
17
18
19 20
Council Meeting
21 Kiwetin and Offices closed
Aboriginal Day
22 23 Kiwetin School’s
Last day of School
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
24 Kiwetin and Offices closed
St. Jean Baptiste
25
25 27
Council Meeting
28
29
30
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
1 2
3 4 5 6 7 Submissions deadline for next Newsletter: Wednesday June 8, 2011 at 12:00 pm. The Newsletter will be circulated on Friday June 10, 2011
TFN Newsletter and
Learning Resource Center
24 Algonquin Ave.
Notre Dame du Nord, QC - J0Z 3B0
Tel: 819-723-2335
Fax: 819-723-2353
e-mail: [email protected]
New Moon: June 1
First Quarter: June 9
Full Moon: June 15
Last Quarter: June 23
If you have dates of up coming community events that you would like to see on the calendar, please contact Dan Lavigne at : 819 -723-2335 or by e-mail: [email protected]
Odehimin Kizis
Strawberry Moon
June
Activity Calendar