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Summer FestivalThe Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Family and CommunityWellness Centre held its annual Summer Festival August 1-5.
NISICHAWAYASIHK
CREE NATION
F
CWCNEWSLETTERSeptem
ber2013
FAMILY & COMMUNITYWELLNESS CENTRE
With summer coming to an end the NCN
community was alive with activity during the
annual festival. Its not summer without a kick-off
that included a pancake breakfast, barbeque, family
parade, youth water balloon fight at the baseball
diamond and a family dance.
On the second day of the festival, FCWC staff
organized a youth go-cart competition at the arena
(although, age didnt stop some staff members fromjoining in the fun), a youth sling shot competition,
chilli cook-off, sling-shot competition and scramble.
Youth artists showcased their paintings,
drawings, carvings and other work for display and
sale to start off the third day of the festival.
Presentations were also made to the youth artists
that participated in the showcase.
The fun also turned competitive, with prizes to
be won in several events. Children participated in
races, a bunny hop and balloon race. Another 20
people tested their skills at the horse shoe
competition.
The festival wouldnt be complete if it didnt
bring out the best NCN has to offer at the two-day
youth road hockey tournament. Up for grabs were
gifts cards, skateboards, bikes and helmets.
For a better look at the festival and its events,
have a look inside the newsletter.
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PRESCHOOLIMMUNIZATION
Children
ages 5 & 6
If you have children ages 5-6 and have not yet received their preschool needlesplease schedule an appointment with the Public Health Department at yourearliest convenience. We are looking for all children born in 2008, all children thatwill be entering kindergarten.
If you have any questions please call the Public Health Department.
NISICHAWAYASIHK
CREE NATION
FAMILY & COMMUNITY
WELLNESS CENTRE
Immunizations not only help protect yourchild from vaccine preventable diseases,
they can also help stop the spread ofdisease in your community.
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In Photos:
Right:That's Carl young participating in
the NCN Summer Festival 2013 go-cart
races. Unfortunately, he didn't win but its
proof youre never too old or too big to
live like a kid again!
Top: Glenda Gray, Home and Community Care Coordinator, and N
youth at the go-cart competi
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TOP CHEF:The chilli cook-off had competitors pulling
their best recip
We have a winner:
Our top three chefs
for the cook-off.Congratulations, now
where can I find
some of that chilli.
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The Wicihitowin Project Helping Each Other hosted
another I Am A Kind Man workshop for men only from
August 6-9, 2013.
At a time when violence is invading whole communities "I
Am a Kind Man"reminds us that violence has never been anacceptablepartof Aboriginal culture. This workshop embracesthe Seven Grandfather Teachings which show us how to live inharmony with Creation throughwisdom, love, respect, bravery,honesty, humility and truth.
The workshop was initiated by Aboriginal men from across
Ontario who are very concerned about the problem of mens
violence and abuse against women in Aboriginal
communities.The overall purpose of theinitiative is to engagethe men of our communities to speak out against all forms of
abuse towards Aboriginal women.
1. To provide education for men to address issues of abuse
against women;
2. To re-establish traditional responsibilities by
acknowledging that our teachings have never tolerated violence
and abuse towards women;
3. To inspire men to engage other men to get involved and
stop the abuse;
4. To support Aboriginal men who choose not to use
violence.
Participants from past workshops who shared theirexperience were excited and happy with the content of the
workshop and many northern communities expressed interest
in this workshop to be available within their home community.Aboriginal men (and women in a separate workshop) wanto take part in the I Am A Kind Man/Woman workshops to:
-learn an alternative to violence in a culturally sensitive
and appropriate manner.
-gain an understanding of the historical context of
violence in Aboriginal communities.
-learn and understand the issues involved in Violence
against Aboriginal Women.
Helping Each OtherWecihitowin hosts workshop on traditional view of violence
At a time when violence is invadingwhole communities I Am a KindManreminds us that violence hasnever been an acceptablepartof
Aboriginal culture.
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Sharon Thomas
Hi my name is Sharon Thomas. I
am originally from Chemawawin Cree
Nation. I have lived in Northern
Manitoba for more than 25 years. I
consider the North my home. I
graduated high school from R.D. Parker
Collegiate and earned my Bachelor of
Social Work from University of
Manitoba, Thompson Campus.
I have worked at various capacities
in Northern Manitoba. I have been
employed previously as a Probation
Officer, Post Secondary Counsellor,
Social Development Advisor and Case
Management Coordinator. I enjoy
working and connecting with
communities, families and children. My
favourite place in the world is the
Northern Boreal Forest.
Ben Guay Sr.
Hi, my name is Ben Guay Sr., I am from
The Pas, Manitoba, and a member of the
Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN). I am
grandfather of twelve grandchildren, which I
am very proud of and love so dearly. I have five
years of Native Studies at University College of
The North (UCN) with a Fourth Year Bachelor
of Arts (BA). I also have two Years of College in
Aboriginal Self-Government Administration
(ASGA).
I worked at OCN dental office for 10 years
transporting children safely to the dental office,
which gave me first-hand experience working
with children. What attracted me to work for
the NCN Wellness Centre was that it wasfamily focused and designed for healthy families
and communities.
According to an Elder, Lawrence Tobacco
We are only here for one reason and that is to
help out. So that is why I am here to help out
because I believe in healthy families for healthy
communities.
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New Hires:Welcoming our latest additions to the FCWC
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January,
2012
Staff Appreciation DayTwenty-eight employees attended the NCN FCWC staff appreciation day. Big winnerswere Ron Wood and Alfreda Thorne for longest drive, and Morley Moore and MariaMorris for closest to the pin. It was a beautiful day for great people. The NCN FCWC
appreciates all the hard work that you do.
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FCWCNEWSLETTE
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14 Bay Road Drive Nelson House, MB R0B 1A0 Phone: (204) 484-2341 Fax: (204) 484-2351
About
The Family and Community Wellness
Centre was established to support
holistic wellness by providing different
opportunities to members ofNisichawayasihk Cree Nation. The
Centre provides services in Public
Health, Child and Family Services,
Counselling and other family and
community needs programs. It has sub-
offices in Winnipeg, Brandon,
Thompson and South Indian Lake.
Vision
Nisichawayasihk Mithwayawin
Mission
In unity, we promote community
awareness, empowerment, and a safe
environment towards holistic wellness.
***For more information and resources
on the FCWC visit our website
ncncwellness.ca, or find us on
Facebook and Twitter.
NISICHAWAYASIHK
CREE NATION
FAMILY & COMMUNITY
WELLNESS CENTRE
Congratulations:to Mr and Mrs Kobliski
Married August 10th, 2013
Charlene is a staff member of
the FCWC Counseling Services
Department.