Membertou Pays Tribute to Proud Veterans
Land Code FAQ (Part 1) Pg. 2 MEMBERTOU NEWSLETTER Remembrance Day Photo Album Pgs. 12-13 Wellness Home Pg. 15 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 . WWW.MEMBERTOU.CA Membertou Pays Tribute to Proud Veterans INDEX Members of the local 29 Sydney Kiwanis Royal Canadian Air Cadets and the 3060 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps recently joined Membertou community members on a sunny Remembrance Day as tribute was paid to the brave men and women who fought for our nation and our freedoms. Governance - Pg 2 After a warming service at St. Anne’s Church, and the laying of wreaths at Membertou’s cenotaph, the young cadets’ marching band lead a parade to the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre for an afternoon of food and fun. Chief & Council - Pg 3 Community - Pg 4 - 14 Health - Pg 15 Employment - Pg 16 Notices - Pg 17 - 20 Classifieds - Pg 21- 24 (continued on page 12....) ...................................................... NEWSLETTER INFORMATION The next newsletter edition is Friday, December 5, 2014. Deadline is Friday, November 28, 2014. All content must be sent to: [email protected] Newsletter will be available to view online the Friday it is printed. www.membertou.ca INFORMATION ONLY Flyers cannot be published in the newsletter. .................................... MEMBERTOU BAND HOURS Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Annual Donation Cheques can be picked up at the Membertou Entertainment Centre on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26th, 2014, starting at 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. Any cheques not picked up that day will be mailed out the following day by registered mail. Lunch 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. NOTICE: Annual Donation cheques will be distributed on Wednesday, November 26, 2014, from 10-2 at the Membertou Entertainment Centre! GOVERNANCE. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 2 Membertou Governance Governance Committee Events, Activities and Information ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Membertou is one of many First Nations in Canada to sign onto the First Nations Land Management Framework Agreement. The Agreement transfers authority and management of reserve lands from the Federal government to our own control, and removes us from roughly 25% of the Indian Act. But what does this really mean? To provide a better understanding of the Act, we have a compiled of some of the most common questions our members might have. Over the next several issues of the Membertou Aknutmaqn newsletter, the Governance Committee will feature new FAQs on Land Code. Land Code Frequently Asked Questions (Part 1) Q: What is the Framework Agreement? A: An opportunity to take back land governance jurisdiction from Canada over our lands and resources Q: What is a Land Code? A: The basic land law of the First Nation. It will replace 38 land related sections of the Indian Act. Q: What is Land Governance? A: Land Governance is the ability to make, administer and enforce laws as well as the day-to-day management and administration of Membertou lands & resources. Q: Is this part of aboriginal self government? A: Yes, this is one component of self government and deals only with Membertou lands and resources. Q: Will the fiduciary relationship between the Crown & Membertou continue? A: Yes, the federal Crown’s “special relationship” with Membertou will continue. The Minister’s responsibility is less than it would have been under the Indian Act because Membertou will be making its own laws and day-to-day decisions. Q: Is this Bill an amendment to the Indian Act? A: No, Membertou is choosing to opt out of the land management sections of the Indian Act. Q: Is there any continuing federal responsibility for Membertou lands? A: Yes Membertou lands will continue to be reserve lands as defined by the constitution of but will have no management authority over the land. Don’t see your question here or wish to schedule a home visit with a Governance Committee member to learn more about the Membertou Land Code? Feel free to contact Cheryl Knockwood, Membertou Governance Coordinator, for more information at (902) 564-6466 (ext. 2520) or via email at [email protected]. Page 3 CHIEF & COUNCIL. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Chief and Council CHIEF AND COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE UPDATED - Membertou Chief and Council will be meeting on the upcoming dates: NOVEMBER Tuesday, November 25 - Government Deadline for all letters to Chief and Council will be 12:00 p.m. noon on the Monday prior to the council meeting. DECEMBER Tuesday, December 2 - Commercial Tuesday, December 9 - Government Tuesday, December 16 - Commercial Updates from October 20, 2014, Chief and Council meeting: •Discussion about Council portfolios and avoiding conflicts of interest. •The By-Law requiring fences around pools of a certain depth/height was allowed by AANDC but Council will amend the by-law to incorporate changes suggested by AANDC. •Presentation from Gillian Allen of KMK regarding the King’s Road Reserve and the importance of the historical record after the William (Tsilhqot’in Decision). •Dan Christmas presented on our obligations under Workers’ Compensation Board legislation as they relate to contractors working in Membertou •Jennifer Martin and Mike McIntyre presented the Tangible Capital Assets Policy and a plan to gather the information needed under this policy. Updates from October 28, 2014, Chief and Council meeting: •Council reviewed new business that arose over past two (2) weeks. •Council reviewed and approved of two (2) new employee recommendations from HR Director Darlene Collins •Council reviewed and approved a presentation on the Home and Community Care Policy, presented by Jennifer Martin, Policy Coordinator •Richard Paul presented on the clean-up of the gaming buildings. Plans are in place to have buildings cleaned up over next few months. •Council reviewed and approved three (3) salary review recommendations from HR Director Darlene Collins •Council reviewed and awarded various contracts for construction and renovation work to homes in the community. •Council reviewed and discussed of various letters submitted to Chief and Council. Membertou Youth Chief and Council Elections Elections for the 2014-15 Membertou Youth Chief and Council will take place on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2014, during lunch hour at Sydney Academy. Lunch will be provided. Nominees, if they choose, will have a few moments to present to fellow students on why they should be members of the YCC. COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 St. Ann’s Church and Religion Education Notice Grade 2 and 4 Religion Classes Religion Education classes for Grades 2, First Holy Communion, and Grade 4 ,Reconciliation, will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Classes will be held at the Seniors Centre. Grade 9 Religion Classes for the Sacrament of Confirmation will start in the new year. The first class is on Sunday, January 18, 2015, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Seniors Centre. Page 4 Mass: Saturday, November 22, 2014 at 5:30pm Lector : Joan Paul Eucharist Minister: Lance Paul Altar Server : Dean Christmas Mass: Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 5:30pm Lector : Katy MacEwan Eucharist Minister: Edith Christmas Altar Server : Dean Christmas Baptismal Course Will be offered in Membertou on Sunday, November 30th at 7:00 P.M. Please register with Edith Christmas at 902-5646466 ext. 2350 Crime Stoppers Fundraiser A special fundraiser for Crime Stoppers will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2014, at the East Bay Legion. Viewing is 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. followed by an auction from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tickets, in advance are 2 for $15.00, contact Charlotte at 902-564-5334 or $10.00 each at the door and includes a pizza slice and beverage. We have numerous items to auction off from power tools, clothing, certificates for power of attorney/will, Gift certificates, beauty products, car detailing packages, mechanical services and tickets to T’is the Season (Bette MacDonald and Maynard Morrison’s Xmas show) at the Savoy Theatre. Babies & Books Babies & Books is a program offered for babies aged birth-to-18 months and their parents/caregivers. Through picture books, songs, interactive rhymes and activities, parents can learn to stimlate their baby’s language development and growing mind. Location: Ages: For: Times: Dates: Maupeltuewey Kina’matno’kuom, 171 Tupsi Drive (the new school) Birth to 18 months Parents and caregivers and their babies NEW START TIME - 1:30 p.m.. November 26 and December 3, 2014 Please note that the maximimum number of babies that can be registered is 15. Pre-registration is also required. Registration is FREE and lunch is also provided. Please note the new start time of 1:30 p.m.! To register, please contact Rebecca Scirocco-Paul at 902-574-2801 or [email protected]. Bereaved Parents Support Group Cancelled The Membertou Bereaved Parents Support Group, which took place every first Sunday of the month at 10 Bradley St. (Germaine’s House), is cancelled until further notice. Group facilitator, Germaine Gould, is on leave from November until Monday, February 9, 2015. Please contact the Membertou Social Department if you have questions or concerns. COMMUNITY . FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 5 Seniors Fall Fair Saturday November 29th, 2014 Starting at 9:00 A.M. at the Old Gym (Boxing Club) Pancake Breakfast to be held at the Senior’s Center from 9:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. Activities and events to follow include a bake table, lollipop game, straw game, flea market table and bingo. Anyone who wishes to volunteer or make donations should contact Edith Christmas at 902-564-6466 ext. 2350 Carols Under the Dreamcatcher @ MTCC! The Membertou Trade & Convention Centre will be featuring “Carols Under the Dreamcatcher” with music by Flo Sampson on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 -8:00 p.m. Dates: Wednesday evenings - November 26, December 3, 10, and 17, 2014. Admission is FREE! Toll Booth: December 19th, 2014, 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. The Chief and Council wishes to advise those who are involved in organized sports that the toll booth scheduled for Friday, December 19th, 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. will be dedicated to Membertou community members involved in various sports activities. Any community member who is interested in raising funds for their involvement in sports teams are encouraged to send a letter or email to the Chied and Council. Please forward your request to either Lee Gould [email protected] or Chrissy Christmas [email protected] -Chief and Council COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 6 Applications Available for 2015 Store Tobacco Quotas All interested store owners are reminded that applications are now available for the 2015 store tobacco quota. Applications can be picked up at the Tobacco Shop or at the Band Office during regular business hours. To be eligible for a tobacco quota, the following criteria must be met: • Store-owners must be registered Band Members of Membertou; • Store-owners must own and operate a full time business; • Store-owners must conduct their business from either their place of residence or from a separate building for that purpose; • Store-owners must have their business name registered with the NS Registry of Joint Stocks; • Store-owners must have a Tobacco Retail Vendor Permit from the Provincial Tax Commission. All applications must be submitted to the Reception Desk at the Band Office by Friday, December 5, 2014. -Chief and Council Membertou Needy Families Committee We are now taking names of those who will be in need of a food box this Christmas season. Please contact Edith Christmas at 902-564-6466 ext. 2350 to obtain a form. All forms must be submitted in person. The deadline for sign up will be Friday, December 5, 2014 at noon. Youth Advisory Council Opportunity I am looking for Mi’kmaw youth who are interested in submitting an application for appointment to the Youth Advisory Council. The Youth Advisory Council advises the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development on matters dealing with the needs and concerns of youth, the effectiveness of existing programs and the creation of new programs policies and services. The Government wants to hear from youth on a range of issues including bullying, the future of Nova Scotia, and government services to youth. Appointment to the Youth Advisory Council looks great on your resume and is a fun and rewarding opportunity to meet other youth in the province. The Council is made up of 12-15 youth between the ages of 15 and 24. Members are selected on the basis of their personal ability to contribute to the work of the Council; their ability to represent a major ethnic, cultural or other segment of the population; their ability to represent a major youth serving organization; or a combination of the above. Most importantly, members must be interested in youth issues and needs. Members are not paid for serving on the Council, but their travel to meetings and Council events is covered. There are approximately 4-6 meetings or events each year. Chaperones will accompany youth as required. Appointments are for a two year term. The Youth Advisory Council gives young Nova Scotians the opportunity to advise government on the views of youth on issues affecting them today and in the future. Interested youth may send a resume, along with a one-page letter describing their interest and why they would be an asset, to: Executive Council Office One Government Place 5th Floor 1700 Granville Street, P.O. Box 2125 Halifax, NS B3J 3B7 Fax: (902) 424-0667 Email: [email protected] -Wyatt White, Director, Mi’kmaq Services Division, Public Schools Branch (902) 424-8181 COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 7 Free Fit Camp The new Free Fit Camp is held on Saturdays starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Seniors Centre and Membertou Boxing Club. Come learn about: -Full Body Circuit -Nutrition Seminar -Wellness Profiles -Meal Prepping -Shake Sampling For more information, contact Candice Sappier at candicesappier@gmail. com or (902) 577-8465. Don’t Starve Yourself Skinny Lose Weight Now! Ask Me How! MEMBERTOU PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Krista Devoe Mi’kmaw Physical Activity Leadership Coordinator Membertou Tel: (902)564-6466 ext. 2560 Membertou Boxing Club WHEN: Monday - Thursday TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. We are interested in young people born in 20012003 to start a Boxing Team for the 2019 Canada Winter Games, which we have had great success. Candice Sappier Herbalife Independent Distributor [email protected] (902) 577-8465 https://www.goherbalife.com/csappier/en-CA Please let us know if you are interested. Ice Time at the Pier Rink Please respect the age groups’ ice time and stay with your own age group, please. I am asking this for the kids’ safety. Ice time schedule: Thursdays: Fridays: Saturdays: Sundays: Men’s Hockey 13-18 years old 12 years and under Men’s hockey 8:00-9:00 p.m. 9:30-10:30 p.m. 3:45-4:45 p.m. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Any coaches who want to organize some kind of hockey fun for the kids, here is your chance to learn and have fun as well. Dust off your old skates and participate. The kids need your guidance and can teach us all a good lesson at having fun. Thanks for the kids’ sake, Buster. COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 8 Membertou Heritage Park - Aboriginal Protocols From time to time, traditional Aboriginal ceremonies will be taking place at the Heritage Park and Membertou Facilities. The information below describes these activities, their significance and the protocols surrounding them. When participating in these ceremonies park visitors are asked to follow these protocols out of respect for Aboriginal traditions and values. If you have questions about any of these activities please call the Membertou Heritage Park office and/or speak with our Elder during your visit. The following teachings have been shared with me by local Elders and it’s an honour to share teachings to one and all. The following teachings may differ from place to place or family to family. Also I would like to share a teaching that an Elder who once told me “If Respect and Sincerity are followed or demonstrated, that is very important.” The Elder The Elder is given the title and recognition as Elder by other Elders of her/his respective community or nation. They are selected based on their experience as mediators, their spiritual and traditional knowledge and their capacity to pass on these experiences to others. One does not have to be a senior citizen to be an Elder. The gifted individual is given the position of Elder by spiritual and human acceptance, and must commit to fulfill his/her responsibilities to ensure that traditional values, principles and other teachings are passed along, and to provide instruction to help individuals live in the right way. In the performance of these activities, the Elder may be assisted by an Elder’s Helper. During ceremonies, Elders may choose to smudge prior to the others in a group or they may often be offered a place of respect at the head of a line. When food is served, Elders are served before others in attendance. Heritage Park Event Schedule The following is a list of events taking place at the Membertou Heritage Park in the evenings: Mondays: Arts and Crafts 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesdays: LOVE Program (Youth Night) 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesdays: Youth Drumming Senior Mens Drumming 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Thursdays: Elders Night 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Mi’kmaq Rosary will be every second Thursday. Membertou Heritage Park HOURS: Daily 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 902.567.5333 902.539.6076 Petroglyphs Gift Shop Hours at the Membertou Heritage Park are from 9am-4:30pm daily. Monday till Friday and also opened now on the weekends Sale on Sweaters! They were $65 now going for $50. Baskets are all authentic and made from local artisans of Una’maki. We have new earrings in the shop that are made from Delicas and on SALE 10% off all earrings COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 9 COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 10 Membertou Community Member Wins Big in San Francisco! A very special congratulations goes to Glen Gould, who was named Best Actor at the 2014 American Indian Motion Picture Awards Show on November 9, 2014, in San Francisco, California. The awards were part of the 29th Annual American Indian Film Festival. Glen won the best actor award for his portrayal of ‘Joseph’ in the 2013 film Rhymes for Young Ghouls,which was also nominated for Best Film. (Right) Glen Gould poses with his Best Actor award at the American Indian Motion Picture Awards Show. Thank you to the Community of Membertou I would like to extend sincere thanks and gratitude to the community of Membertou for their love and support during the recent passing of my nephew Malcolm MacKenzieHiscock on October 30, 2014. To all of you who sent sympathy cards, offered condolences, attended the wake and funeral – your words of prayer and comfort were very much appreciated by both the Hiscock & MacKenzie families. A very special THANK YOU to all the young people in Membertou who were friends of Malcolm, and the athletes who played hockey and football with him. I know his passing was hard on all of you and I cannot express how comforting your presence was to our families. Thanks for sharing your stories and memories of Malcolm with us all. You are an amazing group of young adults. Stay strong! Introducing Corporal Trent Googoo In September, Trent had entered into his 3rd year with the 29 Sydney Kiwanis Air Cadet Program. Congratulations to Corporal Trent GOOGOO for being promoted to Flight Corporal. We are so very proud of you! Love: Mom & Zacc (Right) Corporal Trent Googoo with his commanding officer, Dodi Hanna. God Bless You All! Joan D. Paul - Membertou on behalf of the Hiscock & MacKenzie Families (Left) Malcolm MacKenzieHiscock. Photo submitted by Joan D. Paul. COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 11 COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 12 Membertou Remembers Veterans continued... Emcee Dan Christmas welcomed everyone to the MTCC before Chief Terry Paul offered his opening remarks. As dinner was served, entertainment was provided by our good friend, Mr. Bernie Francis. Bernie also paid tribute to community members and friends who are no longer with us and was joined by community choir member Gideon Lucas . The two performed a duet of the Louis Armstrong classic “What a Wonderful World.” Remebrance Day Photo Album COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 13 COMMUNITY. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 14 HEALTH. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Membertou Wellness Home Page 15 Clinic Hours Dr. Jeff Power is available five days a week. Call to book an appointment and walk-in service is available. Plaza/Dynasty Only | 902-539-8770 Please contact Maggie, medical secretary, For local medical trips please contact Dynasty/Plaza and allow them enough time for an appointment. She can be reached at to get you to your appointment on time. Please note that we will not accept receipts 564-6466 ext. 2440 from any other taxi company. Dynasty/Plaza is the only cab company that we deal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . with. Important Notice: Needles And Sharps Containers Sharps containers are available at the Membertou Wellness Home free of charge. These containers are disposed of in the proper manner so not to infect anyone. If you need a sharps container, please come to the Wellness Home and pick one up. Please do not throw needles and lancets in your garbage. This is very dangerous to childen who may be playing in your area as well as our garbage collectors. Healthy Cooking Class For Membertou band and community residents. Sign-up sheet at the Membertou Wellness Home. The next sessions are November 24, December 1 and December 10, 6-8 p.m. No transportation is provided. The maximum number of participants is 15. Evening Clnic The Wellness Home will have evening clinics on Thursdays throughout November starting November 6. Appointments will be booked from 1:00-7:00 p.m. This is a pilot program and its success determines if the evening clinics will continue. .......................... Vaccinations If your child requires vaccinations, please do not call Dynasty (Plaza) Taxi to bring you to the Health Center. These trips The First Nations Food Nutrition and Environmental Study are not reimbursed by First Nations & The First Nations Food and Nutrition and Environmental Study (FNFNES) is taking place Inuit Health. It is the parent/guardian’s within Membertou from September to December 2014. The study is on the benefits and responsibility to provide their own means risks of traditional food and water. Participation is completely voluntary, confidential and of transportation. will help our community. .................................... Community Research Assistants will be approaching randomly selected households to Diabetes Foot Care participate in a short questionnaire. Community members will also be collecting samples Diabetic foot care is done by appointment of traditional food. only. Please call 564-6466 Madelaine ext. 2840, Tanya ext. 2750, Jenny ext. 2830.. . . There is a great video explaining the study that can be viewed at http://www. ................................... fnfnes.ca/gallery/videos/another-gallery. FNFNES can also be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/First-Nations-Food-Nutrition-EnvironmentDental Study/286522941358927. Floyd Prosper, Dental Therapist is at the Wellness Home every Tuesday. If you have For more information please contact the Wellness Home @ 564 6466 ext. 2690 or visit www.fnfnes.ca. If you have any traditional foods that you would like to donate to the First any questions for him, please call 564-6466 Nations Food, Nutrition and Environment Study, please contact Craig Christmas ext. 2790. Carol Sylvester is the COHI Aid. She can be reached at 564-6466 ext. 2799. (Traditional Food Collector) @ 304-9950. ..................................... Monthly Schedules - Prenatal and Diabetes Information Sessions The next monthly Prenatal Class is on Monday, November 24, 2014, at 1:15 p.m. at the Seniors Centre. The Prenatal Classes are for Membertou community and band members. The next monthly Diabetes Information Session on Wednesday, November 26, 2014, at 1:15 p.m. at the Seniors Centre. For Membertou community and band members who are diabetics only. Both the Prenatal Class and Diabetes Information Session will feature bingo, refreshments and door prizes. Blood Collection Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Please ensure that you have your health card with you as you cannot have blood collection without it. ..................................... Medical Transportation Contact Louise Paul at 564-6466 ext. 2710 if you require medical transportation. For please contact her ASAP in order for her to receive prior approval from Health Canada. medical trips outside of Cape Breton, EMPLOYMENT. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 16 Employment Potlotek Education Potlotek First Notion 342 Sitmuk Rd., Comp. 588 RR#1, St. Peters, NS BOE 3BO Phone: (902)535-3160 Fax: (902) 535-3164 Job Description for Adult Education Teacher Potlotek Adult Education Program Work Activities: • Responsible for teaching Adult Basic Education, Pre-GED and GED courses using instructional methods geared toward the adult learner in a classroom setting. Plan lessons and curriculum based on the learning needs of culturally diver e and multi-skill level students which prepare students to pass the GED tests and/or enhance basic education skills. • Responsible for teaching the GED test areas (literature, writing, social studies, science and math) or adult basic education skills areas (writing, math, language) • Plan and prepares relevant and practical class lessons and monitors students’ performance. • Implement a variety of instructional delivery methods, that include group or individualized instruction as well as computer programs that help students make learning gains. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. • May lead and direct the work of others. • Responsible for effective classroom management that enhances student learning • Perform other duties as assigned by the director. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of adult learner and alternative educational methods and have the ability to apply these methods. • Ability to teach students of diverse abilities and backgrounds and overcome barriers to success in a multi-level class. • Ability to build a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Ability to relate well to different groups of students of different ages and ability levels. • Must be computer literate. • Ability to use a variety of audio-visual equipment. • Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and through correct written grammar and usage. • Must have good classroom management skills. Must have strong desire to work with people from a broad range of backgrounds. • Team-player who can collaborate with colleagues. • Participate in curriculum development. • Attend staff meetings and training. • Possess excellent communication and organization skills. • Enthusiasm for the subject material that will foster a love of learning by students. Experience Needed • Minimum of one year of teaching Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Education • Mi’kmaq Language considered an asset APPLICATIONS CAN BE SENT TO: POTLOTEK EDUCATION 342 SITMUK RD, RR #1 ST. PETER’S, NS BOT 3BO Or EMAIL: [email protected] NOTICES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Mi’kmaq Family and Children Services All Family & Children’s Services in NS are currently experiencing a shortage of foster homes. To help please contact: Indian Brook - 1-800-263-8686 Eskasoni - 1-800-263-8300 Federation of Foster Families 1-800-565-1884 .......................................................................... The Mi’kmaq Crisis Line Available to First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, 24 hours a day, in their own language, by calling 1-855-379-2099 ............................................................................ Page 17 Thank you very much for your cooperation on this matter. Wela’lioq **Recycling day will remain the same. Garbage & Green Bin Tuesday, November 18, 2014 - 12 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2014 - 12 p.m. Recycling Collection Saturday, November 22, 2014 - 12 p.m. ......................................................................... Time of Day Rate Houses built in Membertou in 2009 to current date qualify for the Time of Day Rate Notice to Clients of Oil Delivery offered by Nova Scotia Power. If you are not Social clients who run out of fuel can contact set up for this rate, please see Deanna Joe, Joan Denny at 578-6040 cell or 567-3071 Tenant Relations Officer for an application. This will save you money on your N.S power home. ........................................................................... bill. ........................................................................... Safety Training Certificates All employees and contractors for the Membertou Band will have to bring in their certificates on any safety training needed for the job. To be put on file at the OH&S office. If these training certificates are not on file your jobs will be held off until they are brought in. If you have any questions please drop in or give Connie Osborne a call. ........................................................................... Housing Applications Membertou Housing & Facilities Membertou Housing and Facilities will make repairs to new Houses for emergency situations only. All other requests will be dealt with on a timely manner. Please call Housing for emergency requests only. ........................................................................... Birthday Greeting Housing applications are now available at the Band Office. If you would like to request To: Carol Metallic new housing or temporary housing please see the Tenant Relations Officer, Deanna Joe. ........................................................................... HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR KIJU, MIKIJU WHO CELEBRATES HER Monthly Housing Payments BIRTHDAY ON NOVEMBER 30, WE To ensure there are no missed housing LOVE YOU SO SO MUCH. From Adam, payments, we are asking home owners/ Jesse, Shylo & Holly, Kujik, Chelsea, Jesse renters with a monthly housing payment to ensure that their rent/mortgage is up to Jon, Lillian, Ainslee and Shanna Bree. date and being paid either by payroll, social, And the rest of the kids and grandkids. So or by coming in to the band office to make numerous and so loved. payments. If you have any questions regarding your -From your Hunny Alexander account please feel free to contact the Tenant Relations Officer, Deanna Joe at 564-6466 ext 2310 or by email [email protected] ........................................................................ Garbage & Recycling Collection NOTICE TO MEMBERTOU RESIDENTS Re: Change in day for residential garbage pick-up and green bin materials. Residential garbage will now be picked up on Tuesdays effective October 7, 2014. This change is necessary because the dump at CBRM Waste Management will not be open on Mondays. Membertou Services Garbage & Recycling Collection ......................................... Garbage & Green Bin Collection Tuesday, November 26, 2014 - 12 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2014 - 12 p.m. ......................................... Recycling Collection Saturday, November 22, 2014 - 12 p.m. ........................................ Alcoholics Anonymous AA meetings in Membertou: Sunday 8 p.m. (HOW Group) Wednesday 8 p.m. (HOW Group) Thursday 8:30 p.m.(Membertou Group) ......................................... Austin Christmas Plumbing and Heating 24 hour plumbing and heating emergency service. New construction, renovation, service work. Mechanical ventilation installation. Call for a second opinion at 902-304-1090 ......................................... Cape Breton Regional Police Services Emergency 911 Non-Emergency 563-5151 (24 hrs) ......................................... E&R Plumbing and Heating Emergency response to all your plumbing and heating needs. 24 Hour emergency service, 7 days a week. Edwin LaPorte: 549-5244 Rodney Christmas: 561-5345 ......................................... Gamblers Anonymous GA meeting in Membertou: 3 Kateri Street Mondays 7:00-8:30 p.m. ......................................... Sir Jarrod Jig Paul Construction - 24 Hour Emergency Service- Heating, Plumbing, Roofing, Siding, Electrical and Drywall. Call 322-8307 (C) or 564-2266 today! NOTICES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 18 NOTICES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 19 Surplus Sale The public works department has declared some equipment surplus to their needs; therefore, Membertou will be accepting bids on the following pieces of equipment: • Item #1 -1994 GMC 66-passenger school bus (most seats have been removed) • Item #2 -1999 Ford F350 Super Duty-Gas Engine To view the vehicles, please contact Darrell Bernard, Director of Public Works, at (902) 5788830 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday only. As per our policy, only Membertou residents will be permitted to submit bids on this equipment. For any information concerning the tender, please contact Glen Neal, Purchasing Agent, at (902) 564-6466, ext. 2250. All vehicles are sold “as is, where is” with the awarded bidder responsible for all removal costs. All sold vehicles must be removed within one week after the bidder is notified of the award. Bids must be dropped-off at the upstairs reception area in the band office in a sealed enveloped that is clearly marked with the tender number “MT2014.22” and identified “Surplus Vehicles” no later than 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 28, 2014. Late bids will NOT be accepted. JOB LINE Currently Human Resources advertises job opportunities in Membertou through the Membertou website, Facebook, newsletter, board at the band office, HRDC and Career Beacon (Management Positions). It has been brought to our attention that our current methods of communicating job postings are still not reaching everyone in the community. Therefore, we have come up with another means of communicating job postings. Recently, we have added a job line. The job line will provide a recording of any current job opportunities and how an applicant can apply for a position with Membertou. If you are currently seeking employment opportunities, please call 902 563-4501 or view the Membertou website, Facebook, newsletter, band office or HRDC. Thank you, Human Resources NOTICES, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 20 CLASSIFIEDS. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 21 CLASSIFIEDS. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 22 CLASSIFIEDS. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 23 CLASSIFIEDS . FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Page 24 Serving the financing needs of Aboriginal businesses for over 25 years Variable and fixed interest rates starting at prime plus 3% (6% and up) Non-repayable contributions available on eligible projects *rates and non-repayable contributions are based on project eligibility and certain criteria To find out more about our products & services call: 1-888-766-2376 or visit our website: www.ulnooweg.ca
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