June 10 - Timiskaming First Nation

Edition 1– Issues 214
June 10th 2016
TIMISKAMING FIRST NATION
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Community Clean-up
Ni Dakinan Natural Resources and Heritage would like to thank
the following community members for coming out to clean-up:
Vanessa Wabie, Keenan Chief and son Xavier
Courtney Chief-Chevrier, Kevin Jamieson, River
and Eedith, Jade King, Audrey McLaren
(helping to organize too), Allan McLaren and
Georgette Plante (picking up full garbage bags
too)
Chi-miigwetch to Tara Dantouze for cooking
the tasty pickerel!!
Chi-miigwetch to Hank Rodgers and Wilma Wabie for the pan and stove!
Chi-miigwetch to O&M for providing the garbage bags and gloves!
We are encouraging you to keep your yards clean and to clean the ditch
in front of your property. It takes all but a few minutes to do this and
the results are worth it to have a clean community that we can all be
proud of. MIIGWETCH!!
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News in education – June 10th, 2016
PERFECT ATTENDANCE
ST-JOSEPH: Ava King-Tebiscon, Nicholas Laliberté, Xavier King-Paquette-Miljour, Mercedes Laliberté, Avery Polson, Brayden Wabie, Cedrik Kearney, Lydia Simpson-Tasset, Keirah King-Tebiscon, Nolan
Polson.
RDQ: Emma Chevrier
TDSS: Griffin Chief, Tyson Chief – only one late arrival to class: Destiny Henry-Robinson, Marshall
McKenzie.
FINAL DAYS OF SCHOOL – TDSS
There are approximately 8 days of classes left before exams begin on June 17th. We encourage all students to complete missing assignments and to seriously prepare for their exam period. The draw to
skip classes during the nice warm days of spring is strong and could have a detrimental effect on students’ academic success so we ask students to reconsider if temptation strikes. Earning all credits during the school year is a student’s responsibility. Any student who requires help can seek out their teacher, Ms. Brazeau, Ms. Gaudaur, Ms. Bolger or any other person that they are comfortable with. Our students’ success is everyone’s wish.
HONOR WALK
All of our graduates and their families are asked to arrive at the arbour on Wednesday, June 15 th for
4:30 so that we can walk up Algonquin Avenue, down Wilfred and Masinikijek, then left onto Kateri
to reach Algonquin once again and to arrive at the Pow Wow grounds for a brief ceremony, a BBQ
and round dances. Community members with regalia are invited to participate in the walk and round
dances.
GRADUATES
TFN Education Department is proud to announce its graduating students this year:
Grade 8 – Kiwetin School: Karlie Chief-Chevrier, Jonah McLaren, Lana Thivierge and Connor Viau
Secondary V – École Rivière-des-Quinze: Justin Duguay
Grade 12 – TDSS : Victoria Chevrier, Damian Chevrier-Sigouin, Karly Chevrier-Wabie, Tyson Chief
Serena McLaren, Raven Polson, Kurtis Wabie, Vanessa Wabie. Some of these students will be pursuing Post-Secondary studies.
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Congratulations !
What your mind can perceive you have
achieved! Congratulations to Shelby
McBride for finishing your course with
honors! You make us extremely proud!
Love always, Mom, Dad, Hillary, Chelsey & Rhea
We would like to congratulate our daughter
Brittany Wabie for the outstanding work and
determination in completing the Veterinarian Technician Program with honors. We are
so proud of you Brittany!
Love, Mom, Marcel and your brother Kurtis
xo
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We are Proudly Announcing the Graduation of Ivy-Lynn Saile
Ivy-Lynn has competed a 3 year program from Cambrian College
in the Studies of Medical Laboratory Technology. Ivy-Lynn has accepted a full time job
from
Temiskaming District Hospital starting this July.
We are so Proud of her Hard work and Commitment to her studies for the past 3 years.
Ivy-Lynn has determination, willingness and the courage to face
any obstacles that has been put in her path..
Ivy-Lynn’s late Grandmother, Linda (Saile) Chevrier was her biggest supporter and was
sadly missed on this special day.
Ivy-Lynn has been talking about Pre-Med and we are so excited by this news,
We all know that further Education would be a very promising Future for Her.
With all of Our Love and Support, Auntie Tammy & Family.
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News in education – June 10th, 2016
Adult Education: Kristen Chevrier, Kaleigh Simpson, Bryan Wabie Jr.
Post-Secondary: Daphnée Cardinal (C), Alexandra Fortin (U), Christophe Hallée (C),
Philip Haymond-Tepiskon Jr. (C), Naomi Hurtubise (C), Kelly-Ann King (C), Kelly McBride (C),
Liam McKenna (U), Erin McLaren-Polson (C), Jocelyne Robinson (U), Randy Robinson (U),
Ivy-Lynn Saile (C), Katelynn Tebiscon (C), Brittany Wabie (C), Sakia Wabie-Alarie (U). Some of these
students have found employment or are continuing with their post-secondary studies.
TFN education department and community are proud of your accomplishments and wish you all continued success in your chosen careers or field of study.
CONGRATULATIONS!
We would like to take this opportunity
to congratulate and thank all those who
participated in the Janitorial Training
that took place May 17-19, 2016 in
collaboration with Distribution Sogitex
(Ghislain Garneau) here in the community. – Public Works Department
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2015-2016 Student Council Recognized
Kiwetin Kikinamading Student Council celebrated another great school year with
an appreciation dinner and awarding of certificates of achievement on June 1,
2016.
The annual event recognizes the significant contribution and leadership of the 10
councillors including graduating Grade 8’s, President, Lana Thivierge and Vice
President, Karlie Chief Chevrier, Grade 7 reps, Marissa Moore and Logan Babin,
Grade 6, Jersey Chaput, Grade 5, Grace Moore and Brooklyn Polson, Grade 4,
Evan Polson and Janessa Breault and Grade 3 rep, Ryleigh Wahsquonaikezhik.
Congratulations for a job well done! Mrs. McVittie and Ms. Ager would also like to
recognize the contribution of Seth Snider-Chevrier, who moved away in April. Seth
served on council every year from Grade 3-7.
Back Row: Lana Thivierge, Karlie Chief-Chevrier, Marissa Moore, Brooklyn Polson, Evan Polson. Front Row:
Jersey Chaput, Grace Moore, Logan Babin, Ryleigh Wahsquonaikezhik and Janessa Breault.
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Surprise Concert at Kiwetin School
Nelly Furtado takes selfies with Mr. Perry’s Grade 6 class at Kiwetin on May 30, 2016
Kiwetin School students were treated to a private concert with Canadian singer Nelly Furtado on May 30 after the
Grade 6 class made a significant impression on her.
In February, Furtado performed O Canada at the NBA All Star game along with Native American flutist Tony Duncan. Critics panned the unusual arrangement and it quickly got ugly on social media. Grade 6 teacher, Mr. Craig
Perry uses current events as a platform for discussion and writing exercises in his class and after reading about the
story and watching the performance, the grade six students felt Furtado was bullied and unfairly targeted, so they
wrote her letters of support. She got the letters recently and contacted Mr. Perry about coming to visit.
Apache World Champion hoop dancer, Tony Duncan, who is also a children's book author, was also moved to
make the trip from Arizona just to come to our school. He also donated copies of his books to our library. Guitarist
Sean Kelly, who plays in her band and was formerly with Canadian rock band Helix, also backed her up. In an interesting aside, Kelly is from Temiscamingue, QC and is familiar with our area. The singer’s bodyguard and actor
Karl Campbell (Hyena Road), also attended.
Furtado sang a few songs including her hit I’m Like a Bird and she and Tony performed their unique version of O
Canada at the grade 6's request to cheers and applause. Duncan also treated the audience to a display of his hoop
dancing skills in full regalia.
The visit was a complete surprise. Only Mr. Perry and Principal, Briar Giroux knew about it. Staff were asked not to
share on social media until the group left which was respected by everyone, so the focus of the day would be on the
students.
Furtado and her entourage chatted, took pictures, played catch and basketball with the students all afternoon. I
think it’s safe to say there are a few new Nelly Furtado fans at Kiwetin!
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Community Notice
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Community Notice
Thursday July 7th, 2016
Community Hall
Starting @ 10 a.m.
Fundraising Lunch as well @ 12 p.m.
Chili, fried bread, dessert & drink
$7.oo
All profits go to this years Pow Wow August 27th & 28th 2016
Presenting Judge, Ms. Sharon McBride
Come out for some good laughs. Bring your phones and cameras and take pictures of Our Inmates
Contact Tammy or Heather @ 819-723-2260 for more info
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There is weekly mass at 10:30 a.m.
every Wednesday.
June 15th, 2016 at the ALTCC (senior’s home)
June 22th, 2016 at the Chapel
June 29th, 2016 at the ALTCC (senior’s home)
Everyone is welcome.
From the seniors unit.
From the Public Works Department
The Eco Center is going back to its normal hours as of June 4th,
2016.
Open this weekend 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Regular hours will be begin on June 11th, 2016.
Every second Saturday: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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AN - HRSD is Accepting Applications for
Full-Time & Part-Time Students
For the 2016 – 2017 Adult Education Program
Are you 18 years of age or older and interested in completing your high
school diploma?
We are now accepting applications.
To register for the Adult Education program contact:
Annie McKenzie – HRSD Community Coordinator 819-723–5333 ext. 222
Dianna Wabie – Adult Education Support
819–723–5333 ext. 231
You will need your long-form birth certificate, social insurance number,
Quebec Health Card and your high school transcript. If you do not have
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Community Wellness Program
TFN Community Hall
Monday , June 20th , 2016 at 6:30 pm
A few topics that will discussed:
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Wellness Week - T-Shirt Day and School Poster Contest
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Advocacy to the Local, Provincial and Federal Government on issues of
Gender Equity
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We need your ideas and input for this program to be successful
Please come out and support our new community program
For further information please contact Dan at 819-723-2260
or Marsha at 819-723-5223
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2016 RockWalk Park Summer Student TOUR GUIDE
Funded under “Canada Summer Jobs”, the Tour Guide position will run from Monday, July 4, 2016
through Friday, August 26, 2016.
The student employed will work 35 hours per week, for 8 weeks, (total of 280 hours) and will be paid at a
rate of $11.25/hr.
The student must be registered as attending a secondary school or other institution of higher learning in
2015-16, and be returning to a secondary, post-secondary, vocational or technical program, or CEGEP as
of September, 2016.
RockWalk Park and Arboretum is a not-for-profit, incorporated charity, located on the grounds of Northern College at Haileybury (City of Temiskaming Shores) Ontario. Its primary function is to display a collection of about 175 Canadian massive geological exhibits to the general public, as well as a collection of trees
that are zoned to grow in the Haileybury area. The Park also has a wheelchair accessible pathway throughout the 5 acre facility, that is used as an exercise area by local residents.
The student employed will be expected to welcome all visitors to the Park, and to provide private tours of
the Park to all who are interested. (Extensive literature on the exhibits is available for memorization and
reference.) The student must also be aware of other Geological and Earth Science attractions within the
Temiskaming Region, and be capable of promoting them to tourists.
The student will be involved in all daily maintenance of the Park that involves hand management. (The
site is mowed by professional operators.)
As such, the student to be hired MUST be adept at INITIATING conversation with a wide range of tourists, possibly from beyond Canada. The student would ideally have a background or interest in Geology
and the Earth Sciences. Students of Tourism, Museum Management, or Stage Performance might also find
this position attractive.
Employment and Social Development Canada, the agency that operates the “Canada Summer Jobs” program, has identified this position to be “ideally” filled by an ABORIGINAL YOUTH. However, should
such a student not be available, the position would be open to ALL students who are returning to studies
in the fall.
Deadline for application: June 18, 2016
Apply to: Graham Gambles, President, RockWalk Park
Box 586, Haileybury, Ontario, P0J 1K0
E-mail: gamblesgraham@yahoo.ca
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From the Education Department
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From The Education Department
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From The Education Department
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ASP Health and Safety on Construction Sites Certification Course
The ASP Health and Safety on Construction Sites certificate of competence, is mandatory
to work on a construction site in Quebec. The Timiskaming First Nation will be holding
an ASP Construction Certification Course. Anyone interested in taking this course may
contact Hillary McBride or Samantha Babin at the Band Office 819-723-2335. We are taking 25 participants therefore it will be on a first come first serve basis. The dates will be determined once we reach the required number of participants.
Thank you
Social Assistance Department
Income Assistance Recipients:
Please be reminded that the BENEFICIARY CARDS are:
Due between the 1st and 20th of every month.
To be signed in person at the Band Office 24 Algonquin Avenue during working hours
If received later than the 20th of the month, a cheque will be made for the beneficiary the following day after the
regular cheque run and if it falls on the weekend, a cheque will be made the following Monday. Pick up is at
3:30pm.
If further information is required, please do not hesitate to call at 819-723-2335
Thank you,
Samantha Babin
Please note that the Social Assistance Administrator, Samantha Babin and the Workplace integration Coordinator, Hillary McBride will be out of the office starting Monday June 13th, 2016
and will returning June 20th, 2016.
Thank you,
The Social Assistance Department
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Housing Department notice
Housing Loan Program
Housing is the foundation of strong, healthy and vibrant communities. That’s why our aim is the help make
affordable, quality homes a reality for our members.
Whether you want to make individual home ownership easier or provide non-profit housing for those in
need, RBC has a range of financing solutions to help make it happen.
RBC has a history of helping First Nations with housing. They were the first to introduce a home financing
program that did not require a federal government guarantee. The program helps make it easier for you to
obtain a mortgage:
RBC will work closely with your Housing Authority to develop a program specifically designed for your
community. If you do not currently have a Housing Authority in place, we can advise you on setting
one up.
Now that the community has entered the program, you can begin the mortgage application process at
the nearest RBC branch.
Unlike other programs, there are no restrictions on new construction, so you can build the home of your
dreams.
A minimum down payment of 2.5% of the purchase price or build cost will be required.
The maximum amortization period of each loan is 25 years, and fixed interest rates for terms of six
months to five year is now offered.
This program is designed to assist you in accessing loans for single family home properties (private housing).
No ministerial loan guarantee is required. For more information, please contact Darlene (Darlo) at the telephone number below.
24 Algonquin Avenue
Notre-Dame-du-Nord, QC
J0Z 3B0
Tel.: 819-723-2335 • Fax: 819-723-2353
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CALL FOR SEALED BIDS
Purpose: Traditional Christmas Dinner for seniors.
All bids must be supplied on bid form, in a sealed envelope and returned to the Seniors Unit located at 21 Alg. Ave.by August 29TH, 2016 AT NOON SHARP.
Scope of work:
Prepare a Traditional Christmas Meal for Supper Saturday Dec. 3rd, 2016
(to be ready and served at 5 P.M.)
Must provide appropriate personnel.
Ensure Cleanliness
Access to a vehicle.
Access to own cooking equipment and accessories.
Food course would be an asset, but not a requirement.
MENU: turkey, ham, potatoes, stuffing, veggies, Christmas pudding, meat pies,
gravy, cranberry sauce, bread/buns/rolls and desserts.
Approximately 90 people.
BID FORM
TO: 21 Algonquin Avenue
BID: Seniors Christmas dinner
DUE: Aug 29TH, 2016
______________________ (Company/Contractor Name) quotes a firm price, to furnish scope of work as seen on Bid Invitation.
TOTAL BID $ ___________
Payment Terms:
_________________________, agrees to payment schedule of:
50 %: November 28th, 2016
50 %: December 3rd, 2016 (after meal)
I certify that this bid is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection
with any person submitting a bid for the same equipment/materials/service and is in
all respects fair and without collusion or fraud.
Signature: _______________________ Date: _________________________
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From the Police Department
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Spaghetti Lunch
Spaghetti, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread,
Dessert with coffee or tea
8.00$
FUNDRAISER
Thursday, June 23rd, 2016
Community Hall
11:00am
Come out and support the
Seniors Committee
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