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Millbrook Community
Newsletter
February 2015
Nova Scotia Community College 8th Annual Mawio'mi
Happy Valentines Day from Chief and Council
Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
Millbrook Band Office
Mailing Address
Business Hours
Phone Numbers
Millbrook Band
Administration
P.O. Box 634
Truro, NS. B2N 5E5
Monday - Thursday
9:00am-12pm 1pm-4:30pm
Friday
9:00am-12pm 1pm-4:00pm
Band Office
1 (902) 897-9199
Toll Free
1 (800) 693-3112
Social Assistance
Social Assistance Cheques are tentatively scheduled for: January 8 & 22, 2015. Applications are available at the
Reception desk at the Band Office.
Newsletter Deadline
The Newsletters deadline is the 26th of each month. You can make a contribution to the Millbrook Community Newsletter just send in your information by e-mail:
[email protected], by Fax: (902) 895-0079, or by the website contact form (link)http://
millbrookfirstnation.net/contact-us/ or submit information to the Reception desk at the Band Office.
First Penance (Confession) and First Communion
In preparation of the sacraments First Penance (Confession) and First Communion, there will be religion classes
that will start in the new year. Children must be in grade two or higher and baptised. Both sacraments are
received in the same year. The children will receive their First Penance (Confession) first, and then their First
Communion.
Parents/Guardians interested in registering their child for religion classes, please contact Colin Bernard at (902)
895-9468 or e-mail [email protected]. The information you will need to provide is your contact
information (phone/cell number/email), the full name of child, date of birth, and baptism location/date.
If you have a child not baptised, but are interested in having your child receive this sacrament, please contact
Colin to make baptism arrangements.
Chief and Council
Chief and Council Meeting
The next Chief and Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2014. The deadline for submissions or requests to see Council is Thursday, February 5, 2014.
Please submit to the Administrative Assistant, Jay Martin, Phone: (902) 897-9199 Ext. 110, Fax: (902) 893-4785 or e-mail: [email protected].
Chief and Council Meetings
February 3 - Economic Development Meeting in Council Chambers.
February 4 - Karen Hayes presentation on benefits/pension in Council Chambers
February 9 - Audit and Finance committee meeting in Chambers.
February 10 - Chief and Council Meeting in Council Chambers.
February 18 - Projects Meeting in Council Chambers.
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Community
The Community page; this may include birthdays messages, recent or historic photos, congratulations to a
person or group, public events, items for sale, availability for odd jobs. To have your information posted on the
newsletter and website send your information to Nigel Gloade by calling the office at (902) 897-9199 extension:
119, iMessage or e-mail: [email protected]
Old Electronics
I am looking old cellphones,
computers, printers, scanners,
webcams, etc…
Contact Shane Stevens via
Facebook and he’ll pick them up
or feel free to drop them off at
905 Willow Street.
Mattie’s Hockey
Gear Swap/Exchange
Hockey season is here once
again and there are some
children in our community in
need of hockey gear. There is still
A LOT of gear borrowed from me
last year and the season before
that hasn’t been returned to me.
Please contact me so I can pick it
up and help dress another child
in need of it.
Thanks, ☺Mattie Martin (902)
899 3640
St. Anne de Beaupre
fund raiser
Christmas Seniors St. Anne de
Beaupre fundraiser collected
$5984.00 and thank to everyone
that worked so hard to make it
happen - Germaine Martin (St.
Anne de Beaupre organizer)
Youth connecting
with Elders workshop
There will be a Millbrook Youth
connecting with Elders workshop
on how to make moccasins with
Diane Pictou on Tuesday
February 24 from 6-9 and
Saturday February 28 from 12-5
pm. Any Millbrook youth 12-19
year olds and elders 55+.
If interested contact Tammy
Bernard via Facebook or call
902-890-4724.
Summer Games
Information Session
We are having a Summer Games
Information Session on February
3rd, 2015 from 6:30-7:30pm at
the Community Hall. Light
refreshments will be served.
Looking forward to seeing you
there!
Please "Like" us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/
2015summergames Or check out
the Summer Games website:
www.nssummergames.com Or
follow us on Twitter: https://
twitter.com/nssummergames for
all updates on the Games and
don't forget to share with your
friends so we can spread the
word!
Following the Information
Session, the list of events, etc.
will be shared/updated on all of
the above links. Should you have
any questions regarding anything
pertaining to the Games, please
contact me at one of the above
links or you can send me an
email at
[email protected]
m or via phone at
902-897-9199.Extention: 125
Happy Birthday
- Happy 21st Birthday to
Michael Abram love from
Mom, G-Ma, Dad, and
Family.. We're so proud of
you!
- Happy Birthday Cal love Mom,
Dad, Nigel and Cooter.
Hockey
Wally B Tournament
Wally B Tournament in Sydney is
only 5 weeks away.... Tell your
friends and/or their parents to
contact me, if they want to play.
(Must be playing minor hockey to
participate in tournament). We
need to decide asap what teams
we r able to send. Text me
902-899-4945 or send message
on FB. Thank you - Sylvia Martin
Ash Wednesday Mass
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
Ash Wednesday Mass 6:30pm at
The Scared Heart Church.
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
Community
Sacred Heart Church
Regular Sunday Mass Time is at 11:30 a.m.
For More information visit the Immaculate Conception
website: www.icc-truro.org
Prayer Group
Prayer Group meets every Monday at 7:00 pm. at the
Senior’s Centre in Millbrook. Agenda includes Rosary
and Prayers, followed by tea, a light lunch and a social.
Come join us – everyone is welcome! The contact
person for group – Jane Abram at (902) 893-7454.
“Understanding the Bible”-Weekly Scripture Study for Adults
Please join us on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm for an evening of fellowship as we learn together the Word and
grow in grace and understanding. Tea and light refreshments to follow. Located at 74 Abenaki Road. Contact:
Kelly Gloade at (902) 890-8307.
Community Hall Bookings
To book the Community Hall please contact Jay Martin at (902) 897-9199 Ext 110. Thank you to those who
continue to keep the hall, clean, neat and tidy. Please try to book your event early, preferably a minimum of 2
weeks in advance.
Compost, Garbage & Recyclables (blue bags)
CLEAR GARBAGE BAGS ARE A MUST.
That means only one black garbage bag (privacy bag) per week, the rest must be in clear bags. Recycle items
(containers and paper) must be in blue bags. If you do not have a compost bin please call Elizabeth Paul at the
Health Centre. There are some of the small kitchen containers available now.
Garbage is picked up every week.
Compost bin dates are Tuesday, February 3 & 17.
Blue Bags dates are Tuesday, February 10 & 24.
All items must be at curb side by 7:00 am.
Millbrook Youth Centre
Millbrook Youth Centre will be closed until February.
Used Battery Bin
If you have old batteries please do not throw them in the garbage, we have a battery
recycle bin located in the Band Office and Health Centre. - WELA’LIN Natasha Bernard
RECC Membership
Millbrook has worked out a corporate rate with the Rath Eastlink Community Centre. Corporate Memberships
apply to yearly membership only. The Civic Centre is not located on the reserve, Taxes are applied to the cost.
The Band Member must purchase the Membership first then submit the receipts to Priscillia Martin. The Tobacco
Store covers $300 per activity(see regulations online at millbrookfirstnation.net).
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Community
Family Swim
Family swim starts this Sunday at the R.E.C.C. Family swim is continuing every Sunday from 1 pm-2pm.
Sunday Morning Ice Time
Sunday morning Ice times at the R.E.C.C. are Sunday, February. 1, 8, 15 & 22 from 8:00 am - 9:00 am.
Millbrook 3-D Shooters
Millbrook Archery Club has target practice every Wednesday night.
Wednesday’s time is 6 pm till close and Sunday 1pm-6pm. Everyone is welcome.
Millbrook Fitness Centre
The Millbrook Fitness Centre is open 1pm-4pm Monday to Friday.
It is open in the evenings from 6pm-10pm Sunday to Thursday.
Exercising a few times a week is a great way to improve your overall health.
Much Music Dance
There will be a Much Music dance on Friday Feb. 13 from 7 to 11pm all ages. Everyone is welcome,
“Be The One”
On Friday, February 13 Much Music will be at the Millbrook Gym at 4pm to put
on a presentation called “Be The One”. This will follow with pizzas & drinks all
youths are welcome to attend. (page 23 more information)
Sober & Drug Free Motivational talk
Savvy Simon will be at the Millbrook Community Hall on Thursday February19 at
6pm to do a Motivational talk about how good life is been staying "Sober & Drug"
free, and what you can achieve in life. This talk is open to all students grade 5 &
up and to all parents. There will be great door prizes to win such as family movie
nights, & lots of gift cards. Also refreshment will be served. She will hoodies For
sale. For more Information contact Peter Gloade at 902 897 -1234
Counselling:
Charles Casselman a Clinical Therapist from the Truro office of Addiction Services. He is available at the Health
Centre every Monday for one on one counselling before and after Addictions Treatment Programs. Follow-up
Counselling after successful completion of a treatment program is highly recommended to deal with the
challenges of RECOVERY. Counselling by this clinical therapist is also provided for family members of the
addict/alcoholic and others affected by addictions. Please call the Health Centre at(902-895-9468) for an
appointment time to talk to Charles Casselman when he is in Millbrook. Or you may choose to see him at his
Truro office. Call (902) 893-5900 for an appointment at the Truro office.
Alanon
There is a Alanon meeting every Monday 10am, and Tuesday 8pm at the Alliance Church on Phillips Street
which is off Robie Street.
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
Health Centre
Mailing Address
Business Hours
Phone Numbers
Millbrook Health
Centre
P.O. Box 634
Truro, NS. B2N 5E5
Monday - Thursday
9:00am-12pm 1pm-4:30pm
Friday
9:00am-12pm 1pm-4:00pm
Health Centre
1 (902) 897-9199
Toll Free
1 (800) 693-3112
The Procedure a client has to follow before
been admitted into a 5 weeks Treatment
program or Detox.
Treatment Centre Schedule
Rising Sun at Eel Ground, NB is Feb,16 2015, 5 week coed program.
Eagles Nest Recovery house Indianbrook
Feb, 23 2015. 5 weeks women program.
(Detox)- Its better if the client comes to my office and we call the
Mikmaw Lodge at Eskasoni, NS is Feb,
detox to do a booking, the detox always has to talk to the client first to
answer questions before a bed is given to them. If for some reason the 16 2015, 4 weeks co-ed program.
client cannot make it into my office, I can ask the detox to call. There
Wolastoqewiyih Tobique Mar, 2 2015, 6
is usually a wait for a bed at detox, it will not be the same day.
weeks Co ed program.
(5weeks Rehab Treatment) – The client has to be clean and sober for at Any Millbrook Youth who would like to go
least 1 week. The client has to meet with the addiction counsellor five a treatment program I have forms for the 3
times, and has to make sure all appointments are taken care of before treatment centres available.
going into treatment.
Walgwan Centre in Quebec - long term
program
Free Spirit AA
Millbrook Free Spirit AA group meets every Tuesday night at 7pm at
the Millbrook Senior’s Centre. Everyone is Welcome
Eskasoni Help Line
Charles J Andrew Youth Centre
Sheshatshiu Labador – long term
Choices in Halifax
Contact the Community Addictions
For any youth who are having a problem such as bullying, peer
Counsellor (Peter Gloade) at 897-1234.
pressure, or any problems and want to talk to someone there is a
number to call; all calls are confidential. Eskasoni help line toll free
1-855-379-2099 or on Facebook Eskasoni Crisis Worker there will be someone there to chat to.
NA meeting
NA meeting in Truro are every Sunday, Tuesday, & Thursday nights at
St Andrew Church 55 King Street at 8pm. For more information call 1
800 205 8402 or www.centralnovaarea.ca
Drug Addictions Counsellor - Peter Gloade
The Drug Addictions Counsellor has a list of AA and NA & Alanon
meetings in the local area or call (902) 895- 5535 for more
information on local groups. Also www.area82aa.org has information.
If anyone has any suggestion regarding workshops or presentation
what they would like to see regarding addictions. Please
contact me at (902) 890-1671 or message me on
facebook. I am open to all suggestions, Peter Gloade.
Medical Drivers
Donna Gloade
Home: (902) 895-9540
Cell: (902) 986-8842
Germaine Martin
Home: (902) 843-0174
Cell: (902) 305-0204
Sunshine Martin
Cell: (902) 324-0907
Sheet Harbour
James Howe Sr.
Home: (902) 885-2249
Cell: (902) 885-5232
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EDUCATION NEWS FEBRUARY 2015
LUNCH ALLOWANCE
Lunch cheques will be issued on Friday, February 6th.
ATTENDANCE
The second Attendance Incentive cheques will be issued Friday, March 6th.
MILLBROOK EARLY EDUCATION CENTRE
TEL: 897-1249 / 897-0445
DIRECTOR’S EMAIL: [email protected]
PLEASE CALL US
by 9:00 am if your child is going to be ABSENT or LATE.
Preschool Bus
DON'T FORGET to please call the bus driver, NOLAN at 890-3608 if your child is sick or not going to
Preschool for any reason. ALSO call Preschool teacher OR text Sylvia with the same info.
PLEASE ensure that A PARENT OR RESPONSIBLE ADULT IS HOME EVERY DAY when your child returns from
preschool between 2-2:30pm!
PARENT WORKSHOPS
We need YOUR IDEAS for future workshops. Please write in the communication folder, text/call or email your
suggestions. Thanks.
Magazines, Catalogues, etc.
We have MORE THAN ENOUGH of these for the time being, so please don’t send any more in for a few
months! You were all too generous, so we’re good for a while.
DAYCARE SEATS
If you are in need of Daycare Services, PLEASE FILL OUT AN APPLICATION FORM ASAP TO GET ON THE
WAITING LIST, and call to inquire about availability from time to time. Note: You may complete an application
early (before your child is 18 months, but your child will not be on the waiting list until s/he is 18 months old).
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
BRRR…..
Please make sure children are dressed for the weather as we do go outside during recess.
DROP OFF / PICK UP ZONE
The school is experiencing problems in the front of the school with speeders driving past the school. The local
policing Liaison Officer will be monitoring the drop off zone. Please be careful when dropping off and picking
up students that you are no blocking the accessible parking spots directly located at the top of the drop off loop.
Also a reminder, this is a drop off zone, not a Parking Zone.
AFTER SCHOOL ARRANGEMENTS
Please try and make all after school arrangements BEFORE school. If you cannot reach the classroom teacher in
the case of an emergency call Shelley at 899-2415 or Lisa at 986-5010.
PRACTICE
Please encourage you child/children to read and write as much as possible. And, remember to practice,
practice, practice those math facts.
MILK / RECESS
Please send a mid-morning snack for your child. There is a four hour wait from 8:00 to the first lunch at 11:50
and second lunch at 12:15. The school offers a Breakfast Program for all students however it is the parent’s
responsibility to send a snack in for Recess Break!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Happy Birthday to the following students who will be celebrating their birthdays in February, Jennifer Augustine,
Kree Bernard, Braelyn Brooks, Brady Googoo, Ameliyah Martin and Sarah Wright-Johnson.
New Head Cook There is a new head cook at Truro Elementary so the Canteen choices have changed slightly.
Menu on the next page. Parents – please practice Math Facts every night The school Basketball teams are in full swing – Go TIGERS!
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
TRURO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
To Educate Our Diverse PopulationTo The Best They Can Be
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, February 16 – Heritage Day (NO SCHOOL)
CONGRATULATIONS
Grade 9 students Jacob Sylliboy and Sophie Bernard both earned "Honours with Distinction" First Term by
having an average of 90% or higher with no mark below 80%. WAY TO GO!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Happy Birthday to Shayla Gloade, Tristen Julien and Aaron Sylliboy who will celebrate birthdays in February.
PowerSchool Parent Portal
Don’t forget to keep a watch on the student information program, it is a great tool to view your child’s progress
in school. Here you can look at your child’s report card format of current marks, assignments, attendance, and
much more. You can go to www.ccrsb.ca site and under the parent tab click PowerSchool Portal Sign-in. Here
you can create an account using the username and password provided last year. If you do not have the
username and password, you can contact the school and they will provide you with one.
FROM THE DESK OF MALI SYLLIBOY
On January 9th, we had special guests come in to visit with our First Nation students. Thank you to Mrs. Googoo
for arranging motivational speaker Savannah Simon (L’nusi It’s that Easy), Nathalie Restoule (Dream Big Star),
and the Dream Big crew come in to our school! Also would like to thank the Samqwan Boys for their wonderful
performance.
On January 20th, we went on a field trip to the 8th Annual NSCC Mawi’omi’. All the grade 6 students as well as
Grade 7, 8, & 9 Mi’kmaq Classes enjoyed the Mawi’omi’ which seems to be growing in popularity each year!
PowerSchool - Are you wondering how your child is doing in math, art or any of the subjects? Is s/he missing
any assignments? Well you can check out PowerSchool! To check your child’s current marks, assignments,
attendance, and much more go to www.ccrsb.ca and under the parent tab click PowerSchool Portal.
TJHS Student Agendas –Are used to communicate with parents, please check your child’s agenda daily.
Academic Up-date:
8 Social Studies – We are starting a new unit on Decades of Change. There are 7 chapters to this unit, in each
chapter the students will take notes, do photo essay, Power Point Presentation and Webquest questions, as well
at end of each unit there will be a chapter test.
8 Science – The students just completed the Cells, Tissues, Organs and Systems unit and have moved on to the
“Fluids Unit.”
6 Math – The students have completed the order of operation section and are now onto graphing.
6 ELA – Ask your child about books they have written and illustrated! They were interesting stories.
6 Science – Students are currently studying the Flight unit.
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Homework:
ELA - Read 20 minutes daily
Math - Problem of Week, Skills Bank work sheets, Weekly Homework Sheet and study multiplication.
(All homework is recorded in their agendas nightly and can also be found on the homework website)
Homework Club Rules are aligned with our TJHS Pride
Participation – I will do my homework
Respect – I will stay on task, use proper language and not distract others
Integrity – I will do my best
Determination – I will get ‘er done
Empathy – I will be “Proud”!
From The Desk Of Leana Kennedy
Dear Students, Parents and Community Members,
This month I want to challenge all our students to practice their math facts with their families. Make it a fun,
family game of cards, check out one of the many online math games or practice writing them out. Students,
knowing your multiplication facts will not only strengthen your skills but make your new math easier to
understand. If any students want help practicing them I would love to help and have the First Nations Learning
Centre open during your lunch.
Wela’lin - Leana Kennedy
From The Desk Of Tom Wilson
Happy Millbrook Winter Carnival!
Parents/Guardians please ask your son/daughter about Power School and or our new updated homework
website which is part of the TJHS website. It is a great way to check what students have for homework on any
given day and it also lists assignments, labs, quizzes, projects and tests.
At the beginning of January, grade 9 students start to consider which courses at CEC they would take in grade
10. Every year I collect the grade 9 Millbrook students grade 10 CEC Course Selection sheets, review them with
the students, help them input their chosen courses into CEC’s Registrar’s program. Students will enter this data
on Thursday February 13, 2015. It is imperative that the students are here on that day to input their choices into
the computer. If they are not here they run the RISK of not getting a few courses they want to take.
By now all parents should have seen a copy of their child’s 3 YEAR PLAN for CEC. If any parents have any
questions about their teenagers Grade 10 course selections, I encourage you to call me at 896-5550.
If any grade 8 or 9 parent(s) have any questions or concerns about their child’s academic achievement please
know that I would be happy to discuss your child’s performance. Please call me at 896-5550 ext. 232 If I am not
there please leave me a message on my answering machine stating your concern with a phone number and time
you can be reached and I will call you back as soon as I can.
See ya on the slopes,
Mr. Wilson
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
CEC NEWS
902 896-5700
FIRST NATIONS PROGRAM
SUPPORT TEACHER
CHERYL HIGGINS
OFFICE NUMBER: 902 896-5728
E-MAIL: [email protected]
We are over half way through Semester 1! Many students are working hard to improve their grades. Homework
Club is available on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday after school! Please encourage your students to stay if
they require extra assistance with their courses.
Also, a reminder the Student Handbook can be found on our website, or by following this link:
http://cec.ccrsb.ca/2014-2015Handbook.pdf
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, Feb. 2 – Second Semester Starts
Wednesday, Feb. 11 – REPORT CARDS & Deadline to add courses
Monday, Feb.16 – Heritage Day (NO SCHOOL)
Here we are! Second semester has already arrived. With that, it’s time for our potential graduates to apply for
post-secondary institutions if they have not already done so. Bryant Vance will continue to be in the Cultural
Centre fours day per week, and I (Cheryl) will be in on Tuesdays. Please feel free to contact him at
[email protected] if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT!!
ATTENDANCE REMINDER
Parents/Guardians are required to call the main office at 902 896-5700 to excuse missed classes. This needs to
be done within 5 school days of the absence. A reason will be requested. Please check PowerSchool weekly to
ensure all absences are excused. For assistance with PowerSchool Parent login please contact the school.
HOMEWORK CLUB
Homework Club is held every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00-4:00. All Millbrook students are
welcome to attend! Snacks will be available to students that attend.
Happy February Birthdays!
Happy Birthday to Jeremy Gloade and Dallas Julien who will celebrate birthdays this month.
Scholarships & Bursaries
There are many scholarships and bursaries available specifically for First Nations students. As the deadlines for
these scholarships are approaching students will be notified. Students are also encouraged to check with
Student Services about other available scholarships.
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Post-Secondary
It’s never too early to start applying! Many universities will provide a conditional acceptance to students in good
standing. NSCC is also encouraging grade 11 students to begin applying because many of their programs are in
high demand. Students planning on going to NSCC should contact Carley Gloade as soon as possible to apply
for funding.
Students planning on attending university in the fall should contact Barry Gloade as soon as possible as well.
CCRSB ATTENDANCE POLICY
The CCRSB Policy states that a high school student may lose credit for a course if they are not present in class for
at least 80% of the course, or they miss 19 classes.
The teacher will phone home after 6 absences, and the Vice Principals will follow up with a letter at 10, 16 and
19 absences.
MILLBROOK SUMMER EMPLOYMENT ATTENDANCE POLICY - SUMMARY
The purpose of the Millbrook Summer Employment Program is for eligible students to gain work experience and
skill development in various areas of employment.
Eligible students will be Millbrook Band Members who live on the Millbrook Reserves, that are in Grade 10 or
above, are over 15 years of age and under 26 years of age, who attended school for the entire school year (unless
more than 20 school days, and can provide
verification from the school you plan to return to FULL TIME in the fall, are eligible to apply.
you graduated in February) without being absent for
Students who are suspended at the end of the school year or have missed
more than 20 school days
are NOT eligible to apply. Medicals must be submitted to the school on the day students return from
being absent, these days still count towards the 20 day absent rule.
There can be no exceptions to these rules.
All applicants MUST have a Social Insurance Number in order to apply for summer employment. NO
EXCEPTIONS will be made.
15th APC Fisheries Workshop and Awards Banquet
Exemplary Conduct and Workplace Safety
The award for Exemplary Conduct and Workplace Safety is not given out every year
but it’s meant to recognize individuals who go above and beyond when it comes to
safety. The award this year goes to a community who spent the year going through
safety and maintenance audits, developing customized maintenance programs and
going through the ‘Safest Catch’ safety management program on each of their
vessels. What stood out to the trainers working the crew was how actively the crew
participated and how they were taking ownership of the safety and maintenance on
board of their vessels.
Winner: Millbrook Fisheries
Fleet Manager of the Year
The winner of this year’s Fleet Manager of the year is known for his many community service activities and
efforts he engages in to support the community outside of his role as fleet manager. His work ethic is in high
demand, he organizes activities ranging from Search and Rescue to Kid’s Camps. He is tireless in his efforts to
support other people, and in his fisheries work insists on the highest standards of safety. His Commitment to
safety and his work advancing his fisheries safety program is part of the reason we’ve already seen him up here
tonight.
Winner Andrew Johnson, Millbrook Fisheries
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Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015
NSCC Pre-Trades Graduation
January 16, 2015, 11 Community Members graduated from NSCC Pre-trade program. This program was brought
to the Community making it easier for students to show up daily. Thanks to Carley Gloade Millbrook’s Native
Employment Officer for getting the program started; KMKNO and Nova Scotia Aboriginal Employment
Partnership for providing the funding to make this program possible. Thanks to Justine Maloney for the Case
Management and NSCC Staff for all their hard work.
Nova Scotia Community College 8th Annual Mawio’mi Photos
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Evolution Motorsports Truro Power Centre Latest Addition
Since 2007, Entrepreneurs' Chad and Chris Felix have built Evolution Motorsports by providing the Maritimes
with quality, affordable off road vehicles for the whole family. Evolution Motorsports has tried and tested
available brands and have secured exclusive dealer distribution rights to brands of ATVs, Dirt Bikes, Dune
Buggies, Electric and Gas Scooters, parts and accessories because they provide the highest quality to price ratio.
In 2007, the Felix brothers began by striking a deal with the Halifax Shopping Centre to sell off road vehicles
from a kiosk in the mall during the last two shopping weeks before Christmas. Having borrowed 10k to
purchase inventory, all inventory sold in little over a week and the decision was made to sell product from their
garage for the next year. The following Christmas, Evolution Motorsports was fortunate enough again to have a
spot in the Halifax Shopping Centre and sales tripled.
In order to better understand product pricing, availability and quality, the Felix brothers travelled to Guangzhou,
China to attend the Canton Fair, the largest exhibition of manufactured products in the world. Out of the many
brands that were represented at the trade show, they selected a core line up that offered both the quality and
affordability the Felix brothers were looking for which was a great alternative to name brand off road vehicles
such as Yamaha, Honda or Kawasaki.
There are a large number of families in the Maritimes that simply cannot afford a $3500 ATV for their child, and
even more so $10,000 plus for adult size. With Evolution Motorsports line up of off road vehicles a family of
four could have two adult size and two youth size ATVs for as little as $5900 complete with a 12 month
warranty. This price range significantly increases the customer demographic for off road sports and is a great
way to get outside and participate in an exciting activity for the whole family.
Evolution Motorsports has grown from a small back yard operation to having the opportunity to construct a new
flagship store located on the Truro Power Centre in Millbrook, Nova Scotia. Our company which is 100 %
Aboriginal owned and operated was created by slowly building a customer base, increasing sales and pinching
every penny to do so.
"It has taken us a lot of work to get to this point and we are really excited for the new facility...we look forward
to serving all our current customers and welcome all potential new customers to stop by and see what we are
all about." Says Chad Felix, who has almost 20 years of sales experience. Our grand opening will be sometime in
March, and will feature new lines of ATV's and Dirt bikes with great deals to be made.
Evolution Motorsports is expanding product lines, growing an already busy parts department and providing
excellent customer service for when maintenance is needed. Also offered is a massive selection of accessories
such as helmets, protective gear, and clothing.
In the coming months Evolution Motors will introduce used cars to our product line and offer a full range of
services. Our new website being developed for Evolution Motorsports will incorporate product videos, repair
guides, online parts department and upcoming events. You can visit the new site soon at www.evolutionmotorsports.ca
and you can also find them on Facebook.
We provide all customers with valid status cards a hassle free tax free shopping experience !!
EVOLUTION MOTORSPORTS 30 TREATY TRAIL
TRURO, NS B2N 5A8
PHONE:1-902-252-3399
TOLL FREE: 1-855-801-3399
[email protected]
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The information provided during the session is for educational or informational
purposes only. The information is not intended to constitute legal advice and should
not be relied upon in that respect.
(Snow date is February 24th, 2015 at 10am)
Presenter: Mary Jane Abram, B.A. LL.B, M.B.A.
Legal Advisor, The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
A Wills and Estates education session for Status Indians
living on reserve will be held at 10am, at the Millbrook
Hall.
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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
Markie Bus Tours
Halifax Casino Runs
On the first Friday of every month we depart from Truro Staples parking
lot, Robie Street at 9:30am. Leaving Halifax Casino at 3:30pm same day.
Please call ahead for seating. $30.00 per person. Also on the first
Sunday & first Friday of every month depart from New Glasgow
Zellers parking lot at 8:00am. Leaving Halifax Casino at 3:00pm
same day. Please call ahead for seating. $30.00 per person.
1. Bus Transportation
2. FREE Non-Alcoholic Beverages on floor
3. One Meal Coupon
Visit: Casino Nova Scotia for more Information.
Contact MARKIE BUS TOURS for more information.
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jipuktuk etli apatua’timk Award
Amount
$4,000
$4,000 to be distributed within the first year of studies:
- $2,000 to be credited to the recipient’s account upon success completion
their first semester of studies and the recipient achieves a minimum average
of 75%;
- $2,000 to be credited to the recipient’s account at the completion of the
second semester of study provided the recipient’s success completion their
first year of studies with a minimum average of 75%;
$4,000 renewable in the second year of studies:
- $2,000 to be credited to the recipient’s account at the commencement of the
second year of study provided the recipient success completion their first
year of studies with a minimum average of 75%;
- $2,000 to be credited to the recipient’s account at the commencement of the
fourth semester of study provided the recipient success completion their
third semester of studies with a minimum average of 75%.
# of Awards
About the Donor
Eligibility
Requirements
1 (one) recipient
Nova Scotia Community College is pleased to offer this award, established through
the generosity of Halifax Water, to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit students
entering the Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology,
and Electronic Engineering Technology Programs at NSCC. jipuktuk etli apatua'timk
is the Mi’kmaq word for harbour or port and has been used to describe Halifax
Harbour by Mi’kmaq people in Nova Scotia.
Full time studies;
Entering;
Aboriginal People (includes First Nations, Métis and Inuit) who reside in
Atlantic Canada
Enrolled in one of the following programs:
Civil Engineering Technology;
Environmental Engineering Technology;
Electronic Engineering Technology.
Additional
Eligibility
Requirements
Your essay should also identify your heritage and connection to your First
Nations, Métis, or Inuit community.
Selection
Criteria
Students must complete their first term of studies and achieve a minimum
average of 75%;
Students must demonstrate a passion for their chosen field;
Financial need.
To Apply for
This Award
A completed online application;
Completed financial information section of the online application;
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Essay 1: Provide us with an overview of: Why you chose your program/field
of study; your career aspirations and educational goals; how an NSCC
education and previous experience has prepared you for this career; and
why you believe you will succeed in your chosen profession upon
graduation;
* The NSCC Student Awards Office will verify the marks of first-year applicants.
What is the
deadline?
All applications must be submitted by:
Other
Information
This award will be in the form of an education credit and applied directly to the
recipient’s NSCC account. If there is no outstanding balance, the recipient may
request a refund through their campus Business Office.
Friday, October 17, 2014.
Included with this award is an opportunity for the recipient to complete their required
work term with Halifax Water as well as an opportunity for summer employment with
Halifax Water. Conditions for employment, such as a Criminal Background Check
and clear Driver’s Abstract, must be met and are at the sole discretion of Halifax
Water.
The Start-Up 100
The Sobey School of Business Development Centre at Saint Mary’s University and the Government of Nova
Scotia are partnering with the Town of Truro to launch a new program called The Start-Up 100. This program
will partner young entrepreneurs with business mentors and focuses on creating 100 new ventures across Nova
Scotia. The project is coordinated and administered by the Sobey School of Business Development Centre in
partnership with Enactus Saint Mary’s and will consist of entrepreneurial youth from 50 communities across the
province.
Youth who participate will be provided with the resources and opportunities to start their own businesses. The
foundation of the project will allow the participants to develop entrepreneurial interests, gain real life
experience, and access resources and information to prepare them for running their own businesses.
As part of this program, youth will be partnered with business mentors in their communities who are able to
provide advice and to share their own real world experiences for what it takes to start a successful business. The
participants will also join a network of 99 other youth participants from across Nova Scotia, learn from wellestablished university curriculum and tools, take part in a flagship program to add to their resume, and
experience personal growth, leadership, business skills advancement, entrepreneurship and leadership. Best part is it’s FREE for participants and a great learning experience for any students who have entrepreneurial
interests!
In order to be eligible to participate, youth must be:
•
A student, or intend to enroll as a student,
•
Be 15-35 years of age (special circumstances may be accepted), and
•
Be a resident of Nova Scotia for 6 months prior to applying.
If you know anyone who may be interested in participating please have them register for The Start-Up 100
simply by following the steps in the link below:
http://fluidsurveys.com/surveys/smubdc/the-startup-100-participant-application-form/
You can also access more information on the Program here, http://smu.ca/startup100/welcome.html
In addition, if you know of any local entrepreneurs who would make great mentors, encourage them to also sign
up here, http://smu.ca/startup100/apply-now.html
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Community)Volunteer)Income)Tax)Program)
Canada)Revenue)Agency)
Attention:)MILLBROOK)BAND)MEMBERS)
Do)you)need)your)income)tax)done?)If)you)would)like)your)Income)Tax)done)at)
the)Millbrook)Band)Office,)please)bring)the)following)information)that)is)
required.)
(Please'Print)'
Name:'
Address:'
SIN#'
Martial'Status:'
Name:'
SIN#'
1.'
2.'
3.'
4.'
5.'
6.'
Applicant)Information)
Phone:'
Postal'Code:'
Date'of'Birth:'
Band'#''
Spousal)Information)
Date'of'Birth:'
Band'#'
Children)Information)
Date'of'Birth:'
Date'of'Birth:'
Date'of'Birth:'
Date'of'Birth:'
Date'of'Birth:'
Date'of'Birth:'
'
Please)note:)We)need)any)T4,)T4E,)T4A),)CPP,OAS,))Universal)slips,)if)you)have)
worked)or)get)Old)age)Pension.))I)cannot)process)incomplete)forms.)So)please)
have)ALL)your)information)together)BEFORE)bringing)it)to)the)Band)Office.))
Canada)Revenue)is)pushing)to)get)everything)through)DIRECT)DEPOSIT,)so)
please)get)a)deposit)form)from)your)bank)with)that)information.)All)information)
you)provide)will)be)returned)back)to)you.)
'
!
Natasha!Bernard!
Welalioq!
!!
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you’re young, it’s often “all about me” every day. This self-serving indulgence leads to many bad
habits and decisions. These days, we have bullying, drug use, texting and driving, violence, and
academic apathy pulling down the lives of so many youth. To generate the most powerful changes
possible, young people will have to lead the way and be empowered to act.
Be The DREAM – The world is in need of new dreamers, creators, pioneers…people who will bolt
off into the unknown and discover the wonders of tomorrow. Dreamers don’t settle for the plain
and ordinary. They push for greatness. Today, many young people are playing it safe, not challenging themselves or going beyond the minimum. Life becomes exciting when you go beyond the
norm, raise your limits, and stretch your capacities. When you ‘overcome the present’ and ‘push
into the future,’ you become inspirational.
Be The CHANGE – The world is in need of some major changes. From too few jobs, too unstable
climates, to too much bullying, drugs, and violence, we need change. But there’s too much talk
and not enough action. There are rallies for awareness but not plans being built to guide the
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a better direction. As the saying goes, “be the change that you want to see in the world.”
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people, it’s “all about me.” You can be someone who puts others first, who puts the whole community first. Think ‘what will move everyone forward?’
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HOCKEY'PREP'STARS-2015'
Dear%Novice/Atom%Parents:%
%
We%are%inviting%players%to%participate%in%our%11th%annual%Spring%Hockey%Camp%
to%be%held%from%April%%6th%–%May%13th%at%the%Colchester%Legion%Stadium%and%the%%Rath%
Eastlink%Community%Centre%in%Truro.%The%Camp%will%cost%$325.00%and%will%include%7%
practices%and%8%games%(5hrs%at%Stadium/10hrs%at%RECCSS15%hours%total).%All%Camp%
participants%will%receive%a%sweater%and%matching%socks.%The%players%will%come%from%
all%over%Northern%Nova%Scotia%and%will%be%coached%by%Steve%Crowell%along%with%a%
host%of%minor%hockey%coaches.%Please%contact%Steve%by%ASAP%to%confirm%or%pass%on%
this%invitation.%Phone%902S890S0259%or%email%at%[email protected]%then%simply%
fill%out%the%form%below%and%mail%it%to:%Steve%Crowell,%58%Falcon%Road,%Valley,%NS%B6L%
2G1%along%with%a%check%for%$325.00%payable%to%Hockey'Prep'
REGISTRATION/RELEASE'FORM'
Players%Name:________________________________________________________________________________%
Address:_______________________________________________________________________________________%
%
Birth%Date:___________________________________MSI:____________________________________________%
Phone:_________________________________Parents%Names:____________________&________________%
Last%Team:___________________________________________Position:_______________________________%
Email:_________________________________________________________________________________________%
Please%enclose%a%check(s)%payable%to:%HOCKEY'PREP''(Can'be'split'into'2'equal'
payments'of'$162.50'–One'with'Registration''and'one'post'dated'for'April'
10/14)'%
CAMP'LIABILITY'RELEASE'
The%Hockey%Prep%Stars%Camp%is%not%under%the%jurisdiction%of%any%Minor%Hockey%
Association%and%thus%there%is%no%Hockey%Canada%insurance%coverage%for%accidents%
that%may%occur%other%than%the%players%MSI%plans%and%private%medical%insurance%
plans%that%individual%parents%may%have.%Therefore,%the%applicant%agrees%that%the%
Hockey%Prep%Coaches,%the%Colchester%Legion%Stadium%and%the%Rath%Eastlink%
Community%Centre%will%not%be%held%responsible%for%any%accident%or%loss,%however%
caused,%or%damages%which%may%arise%as%a%result%of,%or%by%reason%of,%such%accident%or%
loss.'
_______________________________________________%%%%%%%%%%____________________________________________%
Parent/Guardian%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%Date%
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NOTICE'REGARDING'NS'INDIAN'FUEL'TAX'EXEMPTION'PROGRAM'
Individuals*from*other*bands*
!
Any! Individuals! applying! to! the! Nova! Scotia! Indian! Fuel! Tax! Exemption! Program!
must! have! their! application! signed! off! by! the! membership! clerk! for! their! own'
band,! regardless! of! what! band! you! come! from.! The! Membership! Clerks! are! not!
authorized!to!sign!off!on!behalf!of!members!from!other!bands.!
CMM*Members*
!
If! you! are! a! member! from! one! of! the! CMM! member! communities,! you! must!
submit!with!your!application,!a!copy!of!your!driver’s!license,!front!and!back.!You!
may!send!a!text!picture!of!your!driver’s!license!to!my!work!cellular!at!1I902I956I
4339!or!to!my!email:[email protected].!Also!remember!to!sign!page!2!in!
the!two!designated!spots!and!date!it.!We!have!been!receiving!blank!pages!or!the!
second!page!has!not!been!submitted.!
Applying*for*Extra*Litres*
!
If!you!are!already!enrolled!in!the!program!and!would!like!extra!litres!as!you!are!
running! out! each! month,! the! forms! are! available! on! the! Service! Nova! Scotia! &!
Municipal!Relations!Website,!or!at!your!local!band!office.!You!do!not!need!to!send!
them! to! the! membership! Clerk! for! approval,! so! please! send! them! directly! to!
Service!NS!&!Municipal!Relations.!
!
Tricia!J.!Fultz!
Acting!Indian!Registration!Administrator,!CMM!
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Sunday
1
22
15
8
1
Dr Vance K.
Dr Vance K.
Dr Vance K.
Dr Vance K.
Monday
2
23
16
9
2
Compost & Garbage
3
Blue Bags & Garbage
Dr. M Ferguson
C. Casselman
E. Nadalini
24
Compost & Garbage
Dr. M Ferguson
C. Casselman
E. Nadalini
17
Blue Bags & Garbage
Dr. M Ferguson
C. Casselman
E. Nadalini
3
10
Compost & Garbage
Dr. M Ferguson
C. Casselman
Tuesday
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Dr. M. Ferguson
Wednesday
4
25
18
11
4
Foot Clinic
Foot Clinic
Thursday
5
26
19
12
5
Friday
6
27
20
13
6
Saturday
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Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Archery
1:00-6:00pm
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Sunday
1
22
15
8
1
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Adult Basketball
8pm - closing
Monday
2
23
16
9
2
Compost & garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
3
Blue Bags & Garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
24
Compost & garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
17
Blue Bags & Garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
3
10
Compost & garbage
Kids time
6:00-8:00pm
Tuesday
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Archery
6-closing.
Wednesday
4
25
18
11
4
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Volleyball
6:30 - closing
Thursday
5
26
19
12
5
Friday
6
27
20
13
6
Saturday
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