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SAGAMOK ANISHINABEK NEWS

Community NotificationsPages 2-5

BiinjiyingCommunity Notices Pages 3, 5, 8, 11

Elder’s Eagle Lodge Page 5Community Justice Page 10

Waa’bagaa Giizis 2015Published Monthly by

Sagamok Anishnawbek

The Sagamok News is available anytime VIA download at Sagamok.ca/newsletters, or read it online at ISSUU.com/sagamok.

Do not forget to SUBSCRIBE TO the “Anish Nabe” Youtube channel for sagamok news interviews with inspirational people and updates from community programs, workshops, forums and announcements.

Local News The traditional ecological Knowledge Elder’s group protest against Aerial Spraying held on Highway 17 outside Mississaugi FN. Page 9 (Photo Credit: Gerry Kingsley)

APS and Sagamok Sign AgreementPage 4

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SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK NEWS

Sagamok Anishnawbek News is a product of the Community Devel-opment and Nation Building Project. A Communications Core Group

formed to respond requesting timely and up to date information of our Administration of Government.

The Sagamok Anishnawbek News first published in June 2004. It will continue monthly information sharing related to Sagamok Anishnawbek

Administration of Government.

PUBLISHING CRITERIA

The Sagamok Anishnawbek News is a monthly publication of the Sag-amok Anishnawbek First Nation. Views expressed are not necessarily the opinion or political position of the First Nation. No portion of this

paper may be reproduced without the written permission of the Sagamok Anishnawbek News Editorial Board.

All contributors will be provided a reply regarding the receiving of their submission. As administrator and editor we reserve the right to edit,

condense, print, reject or delay publication of submissions. Publication of submissions is based upon priority of interest. All contributors must include contact information with their submission. Submissions which include pictures must include information regarding the content of the

photo.

The Sagamok News is offering cash honoraria for article submissions from Community members. All articles must be 250 words or more in

length and relevant to Sagamok Anishnawbek. All articles must be typed or formatted using MS Word and sent to the email address Newsletter@Sagamok.ca or dropped off at the Sagamok Newsletter mailbox in the Band office. The monthly deadline for submissions is the 3rd Friday of each month. A maximum of $100 honoraria per month will be shared

amongst membership contributors. Letters to the editor and all other em-ployee submissions are not applicable to the Community Member news

article Initiative.

Newspaper Working Group: Michelle Toulouse Janet Owl Allen Toulouse Wayne Peltier Laura McMeekin-Clarke Rebecca Toulouse Ezra Owl Amanda Hardisty Lorna Sinobert Veronica Nashkawa

Production: Sagamok Anishnawbek News

Administration: Allen Toulouse

ADVERTISING & NEW DEADLINES

Deadline for the October 2015 issue

Submission Deadline: September 18th, 2015

Scheduled Printing: October 9th, 2015

SUBMISSION INQUIRIES

Telephone (705) 865-2421 ext 270

Toll Free 1-800-567-2896

Email newsletter@sagamok.ca

Donations Payable to: Sagamok Anishnawbek News

P.O. Box 610, Massey, Ontario , P0P 1P0

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The Ontario College of Trades

What is Trade Equivalency Assessment?Do your skills, knowledge, and experience match an Ontario apprenticeship? The ASETS LDM can assist you with applying for the Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA).

If you have work experience and training in a skilled trade from Ontario or another province, territory or country, you may be eligible to have your experience and skills compared to an apprenticeship program in Ontario.

The Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA) process assesses your skills based on one of the over 150 Ontario apprenticeship programs. If you can demonstrate that you meet all the training requirements of that apprenticeship, you will qualify to apply for certification in your trade.

Is the Trade Equivalency Assessment process right for me?

Experienced Workers from within and outside of Ontario with skills, knowledge, and experience that are equivalent to a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Ontario have the option of applying for equivalency. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide all required supporting documents to prove equivalency to the training standards. This proof may include detailed letters from past or present employers, job descriptions, and training credentials. Your proof is attached to your application, and the Ontario College of Trades will assess this to the training standards to determine if you qualify for Trade Equivalency. Some trades require a written exam, while others do not.

Further information on the Trade Equivalency Assessment process can be obtained at http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/trade-assessment

Information on Training Standards for your trade can be obtained at http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/training-standards. If you’d like assistance with reviewing your eligibility, you can contact ASETS staff to book an appointment to pre-assess your TEA prospects, by calling (705) 865-2421.

ADVISORY

Tenants in Rental Housing

Illegal Activities

This message is to inform that the housing office has received numerous complaints from the band membership on the alleged illegal activities by various housing tenant(s). All tenants in Sagamok rental housing have signed a tenant agreement and the agreements basically outline: Acts of Prohibition under section 7 – Illegal Activities shall be criminal acts such as drug trafficking, beer gardens, etc are prohibited. Or any other infraction under the Criminal code of Canada. That the Tenant(s) understand and have agreed that the “Acts” are prohibited under the tenant agreement and the agreements shall become automatically VOID upon contravention. The tenant(s) shall be immediately EVICTED upon notice from the reporting police service. The Sagamok APS have been informed of this serious drug trafficking issue. The police will continue to exercise due caution and shall monitor these individuals and residences, as reported. The housing office continues to promote and advocate a safe and healthy community. Therefore, all tenants are advised of the above noted. Posted – June 30, 2015

Notice to All Tenants in Rental Housing

Yard Maintenance

For some of us, our home and property is key to building a good home environment. It’s where our families spent a lot of time, so keeping it healthy and well tended is important. And again this year, yard maintenance appears to be an issue because the housing office has received numerous complaints from the general public or membership. The housing office is not responsible for the outside maintenance, general upkeep, and the yard and lawn care of your place of residence. For newer tenants, this information has been exchanged at the tenant review process prior to signing of rental agreements. The housing office will continue to cut grass / lawn on the multi units which have a shared driveway. All other units that have a private driveway shall be responsible for their own lawn and yard maintenance (includes duplexes, bungalows, etc). Maintaining your property is just as important as maintaining your home. Yard and lawn maintenance is as important because it provides a sense of pride and personal well being. The community membership will be more receptive to residents of these housing units that continue to practice yard and lawn care. It is not the intent of the housing office to provide a deteriorating rental housing program for its membership. Therefore, all tenants of Sagamok rental housing are advised to provide yard and lawn maintenance. Periodic inspections will be completed and the tenants will be advised. Date posted: June 30, 2015

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By: Renee OwlJune 25, 2015 –The Chief of Sagamok and the Chief of Police for the Anishinabek Policing Service entered into an agreement for the provision of effective, efficient, and culturally sensitive police services in accordance with the needs of the Sagamok Anishnawbek.

The Protocol is a companion agreement to the 2007-2008 Anishinabek Police Service Agreement, a tripartite policing agreement between Canada, Ontario and participating First Nations. The essential purpose of the Protocol is to facilitate the establishment of local policing committee and the development of a community based policing strategy.

“Sagamok looks forward to working with the Anishinabek Police Service, in particular that the Sagamok Detachment Commander work with us to respond appropriately to Sagamok Anishnawbek objectives and priorities for police services,” said Chief Paul Eshkakogan.

The Protocol was signed during the 1st day of a joint Sagamok Anishnawbek Council and Anishinabek Policing Services workshop regarding the development of a Sagamok Community Policing Strategy.

Anishinabek Policing Service Chief of Police John Syrette noted “This is an opportunity that is available to all participating First Nations communities. The Anishinabek Policing Service is pleased to enter into the Protocol and looks forward to working with Sagamok in developing the local policing strategy.”

For further information please contact Alan Ozawanimke at 705-865-2421.

SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK AND ANISHINABEK POLICE SERVICE SIGN POLICING PROTOCOL

APS Police Chief John Syrette(Left) and Sagamok Chief Paul Eshkakogan sign the agreement. (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

ELDER’S EAGLE LODGE WELCOMES NEW CASE COORDINATOR

Desiree Rheault is the Eagle Lodge’s new Case Coordinator.(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

Aanii,

My name is Desiree Rheault and I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as the new Case Coordinator for the Home and Community Care program here in Sagamok Anishnawbek.

I have been working as a Nurse since 2010. During this time I have worked in multiple work settings including Hospital, Long Term Care, Health Clinic and Community. This has allowed me the opportunity to develop strong professional relationships with clients, their families and various community partners in our area.

Having been born and raised in the local area and through my employment experiences I have also acquired an in-depth understanding of the local health care system. You will find that I possess a positive attitude to promote a healthy environment for my clients, community members and co-workers.

I have a strong desire to work for the betterment of this community and really look forward to seeing you all, while I am out and about.

Miigwetch,Desiree RheaultCase CoordinatorSagamok Anishnawbek 821 Wascom DriveP.O. Box 610Massey, ONP0P 1P0Phone: 705-865-2926Fax: 705-865-3244

Email: care_coordinator@sagamok.ca

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NDP MP Carol Highes joins TEK Elder’s group in dispensing fliers (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

Potential MP Laura Wilson of the Liberal party greets Gracy Manitowabi of Sagamok at the Protest in Mississaugi. (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

Sagamok Chief Paul Eshkakogan participates in a smug during a Sunrise ceremony at Victoria Mine.(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

This cat is intense. (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

When Climbing the Naudaway Odjing follow the rock piles to the top.(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

Viewing Owl Lake from Nauday Odjing.(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

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Bizarrely carved rock.(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse) Taking in the scenery(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

Looking out to McBean Harbour (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse) Have not seen this flower before. (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

Tradtional Journey Canoers take some time relax at Sagamok Point Beach. (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

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From the Desk of Economic Development Office

The 15th Annual Bridges to Better Business Conference is an information-packed week that will bring together small to mid-size businesses from the City of Greater Sudbury and leave entrepreneurs feeling rejuvenated and empowered for success! The following seminars, trade fairs and networking opportunities will be taking place throughout the week.

Monday

Press Conference: Mayor to announce Proclamation (FREE) Monday, October 20th 2014 – 9-10am - Days Inn, Worthington Room South I need money, what do I do? (FREE) Monday, October 20th 2014 – 10-1pm- Days Inn, Worthington Room North Agenda: 10:00am – Welcome & Introductions 10:15pm – Panel Discussion 11:30pm – Q&A 1:00pm – Wrap Up

Tuesday Tourism Forum (FREE) Tuesday, October 21st 2014 - 8am-12pm – Days Inn, Worthington Room North

Wednesday

Fraud Prevention for your Retail Business (FREE) Wednesday, October 22nd 2014 – 9:30-11:30am - Days Inn, Worthington Room South

Fraud Prevention for your Business (FREE) Wednesday, October 22nd 2014 – 12-2pm - Days Inn, Worthington Room North

Planning for the Unexpected for the Self Employed (FREE) Wednesday, October 22nd 2014 - 2:30-4:30pm – Days Inn, Worthington Room South Thursday Six Sigma in your Small Business (FREE) Thursday, October 23rd 2014 – 9:30-11:30am - Days Inn, Worthington Room South

Employee Engagement in the Workplace (FREE) Thursday, October 23rd 2014 – 12 - 2pm - Days Inn, Worthington Room North

E-Business : Implementing it in your Small Business (FREE) Thursday, October 23rd 2014 - 2:30-4:30pm – Days Inn, Worthington Room South

Friday

Entrepreneur Panel Luncheon ($30) Friday, October 24th 2014 – 11- 2:30pm - Days Inn, Worthington Room Join us as four local entrepreneurs representing the start-up, growth and succession planning business phases speak about their greatest challenges, accomplishments and experiences within Greater Sudbury and how they’ve gotten through it all. You will have the opportunity to ask your questions and speak to business owners who understand what you may or are currently experiencing. Agenda: 11:00am – Registrations & Networking 11:45am – Welcome & Introductions 12:00pm – Lunch 12:45pm – Panel Speakers 2:00pm – Q&A 2:15pm – Wrap Up

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By: Allen Toulouse

August 28th 2015

As promised the Traditional Ecological Knowledge Elder’s Group held a protest on the Highway 17 outside of Mississaugi First Nation. The demonstration did not halt traffic, but slowed it to facilitate the dispensing of information pamphlets on their opposition to the Ministry of Natural resources practice of administering aerial herbicides. TEK elder’s group was joined by community members of Benny, Mississaugi First Nations, Sagamok and Serpent River.

Aerial spraying is a tool used by the province of Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources to facilitate conifer release. By using glyphosate based herbicides the MNR can provide lucrative species of trees an environment with less competition for resources. It is in this regard that TEK is strongly opposed to the use of aerial spraying as it kills a multitude of plants species which have traditional value in First Nations culture and medicinal practice, contaminates edible plants and poisons wildlife which feed on plants, seeps into water bodies and drinking sources, disturbs natural forestation for pine forests which cannot sustain wildlife, reduces the presence of wildlife and plants vital to lodges, resorts and camps for business and is linked to as a possible carcinogen in some studies.

Willie Pine one of the founding members of TEK elders group stated “We began this two years ago me and Raymond Owl. We have met with the MNR and local peoples, and many people are concerned about this. If no one will do anything, then we must be the ones to act. Animals such as moose are leaving due to the effects of the chemicals. Even the bee are being destroyed, we must let nature take its course. What they (MNR) are trying to do is stop certain trees from growing, but this is not the way to go about that. Why not hire brush cutters to go into the woods and do that?”

Barbara Bronson Mc Nickle from Benny, which is presently embroiled in a dispute over Aerial spraying and wood cutting with the MNR joined the protest with her husband, Clyde who runs a day camp for aboriginal youth. We pick blueberries in the area, they aerial sprayed and now no more blueberries. It is an economic activity that we cannot take part in now. It is about the timber industry and making an environment where only jack pine and spruce can grow. There is no chance for a good healthy way to live, for both us and the animals. We are protesting that they decided to go ahead with the aerial spraying despite our protests and there is now another area where we can no longer pick blue berries.”

Joining the protest were Member of Parliament hopeful Heather Wilson of the Liberal Party and current Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing MP Carol Hughes of the NDP party. Also in attendance were Grand Chief Patrick Madahbee and Deputy Chief Glen Hare of the Union of Ontario Indians, who stated, “We talk about insanity, who would poison their own mother. That is what is happening here, this domino effect, they believe this stuff is acceptable at certain levels, but our animals eat this stuff and we eat the animals, it is scary to eat food from out here. When will they realize that they cannot live without clean water? It is folks like you who spread the word and create awareness. We cannot relent, silence is complacency and if you are silent they will think you do not care!”. Noting the representatives of the Liberal and NDP parties, added, “Let us remember who is absent here today, and who has been absent at all of our other functions, Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women and Truth and Reconciliation.”

The TEK elder’s group was satisfied with its protest on Highway 17, citing a warm reception from drivers passing through. With more aerial spraying to take place in the future, TEK still feels their work is not complete, and have stated that they will not stop until all use of glyphosate in Canada is banned.

TEK Elder’s Group slows traffic to raise Awarness of Aerial Spraying

(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

A Transport approaches the Protest line. (Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

(Photo Credit: Allen Toulouse)

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DUTY TO REPORTKids shouldn’t have to live with abuse. Reporting suspected child abuse and neglect is everyone’s

responsibility. To learn more about child abuse and neglect, how to recognize it and what happens

when you call a children’s aid society, visit www.useyourvoice.ca. Use your voice. Report your

suspicions of child abuse and neglect to your local Children’s Aid Society at 705-566-3113.

COMMUNITY JUSTICE PROGRAMMIWDOODAA MINO MAADIZIWIN DIVERSION PROGRAM

MISSIONThe community Justice Program will support offenders, families and victims to restore balance and harmony in relationships as they work towards healing; assist offenders in reintegration into the community; instill pride in their Anishnawbek identity; create community awareness of justice issues through education; and work together

with other programs and services to improve the quality of life for all community members

Eligibility

• Youth ages 12-17, Adults 18+, member or resident of Sagamok Anishnawbek who normally resides in Sagamok, individual has agreed and consented to voluntary participation in the diversion program, individual has consulted with legal counsel

Justice Committee

Guided by the sacred teachings of the seven grandfathers, the Justice committee consists of Sagamok Anishnawbek community members who promote decision by consensus, equality, balance and unity.

Length of Program

• The length of the program is determined by two factors.

• Case by case basis and the time given to the client to complete conditions as outlined in the Healing and Wellness Plan

• Address causes of the offending behaviour

The needs of the victim(s) will be adequately addressed

• The safety and harmony of the community will be enhanced through the use of a community based approach

• Community ownership and responsibility

• Reduced charge or withdrawal of charge

Receive up to ½ an hour of FREE Summary legal advice

2015 Clinic Dates: Sagamok Anishnawbek

First Nation

Wednesday September 16th, 1-3 p.m. Lawyer: SUSAN M. HARE

To book an appointment please contact the

Community Justice Program at 705-865-2171 ext. 349

All appointments held at the Community Wellness Department

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(Photo Credit: Gerry Kingsley)

Notifications

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SASWIN shines a new light on sharing our AA/NA and Healing journeys.

Presenting:

Biiwaasayaa (Sunriser) Niimgishmaa (Sunsetter)

Biiwaasayaa: Tuesday mornings 7:00 a.m. –9:00 a.m. All present will prepare and clean-up our breakfast gathering.

Niimgishmaa: Thursday evenings 4:30 p.m. - 8:00p.m. Men’s Sharing Circle beginning July 23

All present will prepare and clean-up our dinner gathering.

For more information contact Wayne or Melody at:

SASWIN 51 Kokoko Miikan, Z’gamok

(705) 865-2192

Applying For a Social Insurance Number

The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits. All of the programs offered through the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ASETS) as administered through the Sagamok Anishnawbek Education Unit require the client to have a SIN Number. There is no fee to apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

If you reside in Canada, you should apply in-person at a Service Canada point of service. When applying in-person, you do not have to complete an application form nor do you have to mail your original proof-of-identity documents. Simply gather the documents you need and take them to the nearest Service Canada point of service office. You can obtain your SIN in less than 15 minutes and do not need to part with your original proof of identity documents.

Requirements

You need to provide a primary document to apply for a SIN. A primary document is an official document that proves your identity and status in Canada. Service Canada requires seeing an original of your primary document. If the name on this document is different from the name you currently use, you will also need to provide a supporting document verifying your legal name change. Your supporting document must be an original, written in English or French. REMEMBER: Photocopies are not accepted.

The following are considered to be Primary Canadian Citizen proof-of-identity documents:

A certificate of birth or birth certificate issued by the vital statistics agency in the province or territory where you were born (Note: Quebec proof-of-birth documents issued prior to 1994 are not accepted);

Certificate of Canadian Citizenship issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC); or

Certificate of Registration of Birth Abroad issued by CIC.

Individuals registered with Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC), formerly Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC), need to provide the following original documents if they want their status on the Social Insurance Register indicated as “Status Indian”:

Born in Canada: one of the documents identified in section Canadian Citizens above and a Certificate of Indian Status issued by INAC or AANDC; or

Born outside Canada: birth certificate issued by a state authority from your country of birth and a Certificate of Indian Status issued by INAC or AANDC.

Additional documents are required for representatives, Parents or legal guardians applying on behalf of a minor child.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

ONLINE www.servicecanada.gc.ca,

CALL 1-800-206-7218 (Select option “3”). Agents are available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Canadian Local Time, except on statutory holidays. If you have a hearing or speech impairment and use a teletypewriter (TTY), call 1-800-926-9105.

VISIT a Service Canada Centre. Sagamok Area Local Service Canada Office is located in Espanola at 721 Centre Street, Suite 2, Espanola, Ontario. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. For other office locations, you can find the Centre nearest you by visiting the Service Canada Web site or by calling 1-800-O-Canada (1-800-622-6232).

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TEK Elder’s group member Ray Owl (Photo Credit: Gerry Kingsley)

Protesters gather for a closing prayer(Photo Credit: Gerry Kingsley)

The traditional canoers are on route!(Photo Credit: Laura McMeekin Clarke)

Brief break (Photo Credit: Laura McMeekin Clarke)