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. Page 1 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. Page 2 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). Page 3 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. Page 4 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 Page 5 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). Page 6 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! Page 7 Page 8 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. Page 9 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 Page 10 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. Page 11 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 Page 12 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 Page 13 Page 14 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] Page 15 Page 16 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. millbrook February 17, 2015 Community SeSSion & Esta tes: rch 20 12 A Gu ide F or N Book ova Sco One: ti How a Mi’ to W kmaq rite a Will Revis ed Ma Mi’km aw Wil ls Mi’kmaw Wills & Estates 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. Page 17 .iCing -e2:Ahy DiAh Di2beAes! 0opi4: A1Cs%% .e2rn 2bouA Dh2A your A1Cs 2n5 Di2beAes Ah 1e5nes52y ,eb. 4 2015 11:452m!1:00pm Senior CenAre To#pre'register#or#for#more#information#please#contact#Sunshine#Bernard#at#the# Millbrook#Health#Center#'902'895'9468.# Page 18 Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015 .iDing -ealC:F wiC: Dia4eCes! 1opi5: Kidney'Disease'&' Diabetes' 1:e Per8e5C 0Corm 2ednesdaF ,e4. 18C: 2015 11:45am!1:00pm 0enior CenCre To#pre'register#or#for#more#information#please#contact#Sunshine#Bernard#at#the# Millbrook#Health#Center#'902'895'9468.# # Page 19 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; Page 20 Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015 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 Page 21 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! !! Page 22 Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015 VIDEOMAX INC. Endorsed by 5 Manitou Drive, Suite 15C KITCHENER, ON. N2C 2J6 1-800-461-6824 Fax 519-748-2699 September ‘14 2014-’15 high school assembly As we look around the world, we need more leaders, and people who are more responsible! When 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 change process. It comes from you leading the charge, demonstrating how society can be led into a better direction. As the saying goes, “be the change that you want to see in the world.” Be The ONE – The world is in need of new thinkers, collaborators and leaders. We need people who know how to work together and produce far greater results. But, to be that kind of person these days, you need an incredible sense of responsibility and character. Too often, for too many 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?’ Now is the time for stepping up and leading the way. Overcome your fear and doubt. Like the saying goes, ‘you miss 100% of the shots you never take.’ So, let’s encourage more involvement and creative change. Make this the greatest generation of youth ever! You can reach out to the lost and lonely, the discouraged and abused, and make their lives better. We need a new kind of leader, one who will champion all people, celebrate all people, and bring out the best in all people. Will you step up and be that kind of person? Bring us hope…BE THE ONE! www.motivationalmediacanada.com 1-800-461-6824 Page 23 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% Page 24 Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015 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! Page 25 Page 26 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 Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015 7 28 21 14 7 Page 27 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 Millbrook First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER February 2015 7 28 21 14 7
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