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Transcript of Newsletter-August 5, 2011
Now available online at: www.timiskamingfirstnation.ca/news.html
TFN Council Tel: Fax:
819-723-2370 819-723-2799
TFN Administration Tel: Fax:
819-723-2335 819-723-2353
Ni Dakinan Tel:
Police Tel: Admin: Fax:
819-723-2323 819-723-2810 819-723-2734
Health Center Reception: Fax: CHR: Med. Tran. N.N.A.D.A.P. Brighter Futures
819-723-2260 819-723-2272 819-723-2487 819-723-2599 819-723-2153 819-723-2381
Social Services Tel: Fax:
819-723-2955 819-723-2925
Wedokowin First Line Services Tel: Fax:
819-723-2152 819-723-2272
A.L.T.C.C. Tel: Fax:
819-723-2225 819-723-2112
CHNT Radio Station Tel: Fax:
819-723-2121 819-723-2167
H.R.S.D. Tel: Fax:
819-723-5333 819-723-5211
Kiwetin School Tel: Fax:
819-723-2533 819-723-2578
Recreation Center Tel: Fax:
819-723-2291 819-723-2353
Seniors/Elders Unit Tel:
819-723-5223
Parajudicial Services Tel:
819-723-2313
Income Security Tel:
819-723-5333 Ext. 232
Economic Dev. Tel:
819-723-5333 Ext. 226
Edition 11 - Issue 134
Otatakakomin Kizis – Blackberry Moon - August 5, 2011
TFN Morns the Passing of Grandfather William Commanda
The soul of a Nation has died
The soul and the heart of a nation has died; William Commanda, spiritual
leader of the Algonquin Nation, passed away on August 3 at 4:30 am at
the age of 97.
"A page of our history has closed with William Commanda, but Algonquin
people will have an everlasting memory of a great man dedicated to de-
fending his people and to the protection of the environment," said Vice
Grand Chief of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation Tribal Council, Ms Mar-
lene Jerome.
Born November 11, 1913, William Commanda, whose real name
Ojigkwanong (Morning Star), was the great-grand-son of Pakinawatik, an
Algonquin leader who led his people from Lake of Two Mountains near
Montreal, to the site of the current Reserve of Kitigan Zibi in 1854 (then
known as the River Desert Reserve). William Commanda was Chief of the
community as his illustrious great-grandfather, from 1951 to 1970. He
was also chosen as supreme leader of the only movement for the crea-
tion of Aboriginal self-government, the North American Indian Nation
Government in 1945. The creation of this government was in response to
the government who then refused all rights to indigenous peoples. Sev-
eral leaders who had supported the creation of this government had sub-
sequently been prosecuted by the federal government and were sen-
tenced to prison for conspiracy.
Though humble, he also met most of the major political and spiritual
leaders of the world. He found himself alongside the Dalai Lama in 1990
in Ottawa and later in 1998 Nelson Mandela. In 2008, he received the
Order of Canada from the Governor General, Michael Jean. He made
many moving speeches to the United Nations, for the adoption of the UN
Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
May you Rest in Peace Grandfather Commanda
Congratulations Faith graduated from TDSS in June and will be attending
Algonquin College in Ottawa this fall where she is enrolled in the Culinary
Skills-Chef Training program.
Congratulations and good luck this
fall. Love Mom, Dad, Craig and Hope
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 2
All Chief’s meeting in Niagara and Moncton New Brunswick
The National Chief Atleo called upon the Chiefs of Canada to review a number of issues, one of the main ones was the structure of the A.F.N and how to proceed
which meant developing an action Plan on how to work with the government. It was brought to the Chiefs attention that the Prime Minister Steven Harper is willing to work with the National Chief. According to Chief Atleo we have to
work with a nation to nation approach and the present government has started to be open to this process. Present at the Assembly was Minister Pete Sa-
ganash, The Minister attended the workshops over the past three days to see what were First Nations priorities, he already was aware that education is one
of the main priorities, but there were also many others. The Chiefs in assembly clearly expressed their uncertainty with the Prime Minister, stating that they heard this dialogue in the past and nothing ever became of it. The National
Chief tried to assure the Chiefs that if talks fail, the Chiefs will be notified so that we then can re-
view our approach for the future.
National Chief Atleo is gaining recognition for First Nations at the International table; once again representatives were present from different countries. The one country that seems to be at all our
meetings is China, they make it very clear that they want to not only invest with First Nations but want to work with them at an international level. Even is the meeting was the Annual General As-sembly, it was very clear also that developing new relationships with other countries was part of
the agenda. It is also to be noted that many resolutions were presented and passed at the assem-
bly and they can be seen on the A.F.N website.
In regards to partnership it is clear that the Summit on Mining and Energy that was held in Niagara Falls has played an important role for Timiskaming First Nation. The mining industry is aware that
our traditional territory contains several interesting deposits in mineral and they want to explore it’s feasibility. I met several Chief at both of these meetings and they have given us a lot of infor-
mation on dealing with mining companies because they have the experience. There exists all types of agreements when dealing with this industry. We can create employment and at the same time protect our ancestral territory, but it is important that we act fast and assure that when an agree-
ment is produced that we are well protected. We are not yet at the stage of making these agree-ments but are seeking information in order that we are not caught off guard. Timiskaming First
Nation Leadership is presently in the process of meeting with Chief Sonny Batisse of Matachewan First Nation, Chief David Babin of Wagooshig First Nation and Chief Marie Mathias of Beaver House
First Nation, in order to come to a consensus about the overlapping of our Traditional Territory in Ontario, we all agree that this is Anishanawbe Territory and it is up to First Nations to determine our borders and not the government. The same process is being done on the Quebec side of our
Traditional Territory with Chief Jean Paul Rankin from Pikogan and Chief Leonard Polson from Long
Point First Nation. These are the areas where the main mineral deposits were discovered.
During the all Chiefs meeting, Chief Real McKenzie approach me to see if any of our members would be interested in working in the Northern Quebec area close to the Labrador border. They
signed an agreement with two mines, and predict that they will need around two thousand workers for another project. Because of the location of the mines, they will be building a 600km railroad and will be looking for people for that project. The mines are to hire their community members first and
then other First Nations. He will be sending me more information.
These types of agreements are done by all the First Nations who have mines on their traditional territory, I also spoke with the Human Resources person from Wagooshig and she told me also they have that type of agreement and are presently looking for people interested in working for mines.
They are looking for different kind of workers. Once I receive this information I will forward it to
Cherie Stanger. I will add the rest of my report in the next newsletter.
Chief Arden McBride
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 3
Minister Geoffrey Kelley visits four Algonquin communities
Minister Geoffrey Kelley visits four Algonquin Communities
Québec, July 28, 2011 – On Wednesday July 27 and Thursday July 28, the Minister responsible for Native
Affairs, Geoffrey Kelley, visited the Algonquin communities of Timiskaming, Wolf Lake First Nation, Eagle Vil-
lage First Nation, and Long Point. Member of the National Assembly (MNA) for Rouyn-Noranda and Parlia-
mentary Assistant for Native Affairs, Daniel Bernard accompanied Mr. Kelley on the mini-tour.
“The two days were very instructive,” said Minister Kelley. “We discovered a strong will among these four
communities to advance toward greater prosperity, as much through the various approaches they are taking
as through the projects accomplished in recent years. The Algonquins take a novel approach to developing
their living environment. They can certainly be proud of their progress. The Government of Quebec intends to
continue encouraging them in this regard.”
Timiskaming
Wednesday morning, the Minister and MNA travelled to
Timiskaming to meet Chief Arden McBride and Timiskaming
First Nations members,and to visit the community.
“We are very pleased with the visit from the Minister and Mr.
Bernard,” said Chief Arden McBride. “Our meetings were much
appreciated. An energetic wind is blowing through our commu-
nity, and we will be hiring experts to help define the economic
development orientations we wish to pursue.”
Last May, the Secrétariat aux affaires autochtones provided a
grant of $135 000 to this community from the Aboriginal Initia-
tives Fund to hire an economic development officer and a con-
sultant.
Above Ghislain Picard Minister Kelly
Chief McBride
Daniel Bernard
Minister Kelly meets with TFN Chief, Council, Directors and managers.
Below Minister Kelly and Daniel Bernard arrive in the Community
Minister Kelly and Daniel Benard tour the ALTCC and meet with some of the residents
Continues on page 4
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 4
Custom Electoral Code
When contemplating changes to our custom election code, it is essential that membership be consulted to provide input. Timiskaming First Nation is looking for members interested in being a part of an election com-mittee to update the TFN Election Code. Once a new draft code is completed full community consultation will begin. Those interested in joining this committee can submit their names to Lori Anne Stanger: 819-723-2335 ext. 222
Wolf Lake First Nation
In the afternoon, upon invitation of the Wolf Lake Algonquin First Nation (community of Hunter’s Point),
Messrs. Kelley and Bernard participated in the inauguration of Camp La Lucarne, where they spent the
night. The Minister presented Chief Harry St-Denis with a cheque for $98 750, representing the first instal-
ment of a grant totalling about $200 000 for the band council’s acquisition and renovation of the camp, lo-
cated on the shore of Lake Kipawa. Mr. Kelley also announced funding of $87 500 to support the strategic
development of tourism in Rapides-des-Joachims. The band council will then be able to purchase and devel-
op Air Swisha–Rapides-des-Joachims, a canoe, kayak, and mountain bike rental service.
The next morning, the small delegation left the outfitters and travelled toward Timiskaming to visit the Wolf
Lake First Nation community. Among other stops, it took time to tour the band council office and the Algon-
quin Canoe Company Store.
“We are proud to demonstrate the strength of our community,” said Chief Harry St -Denis. “We were also
able to discuss issues of concern to us with the government representatives. It is important that we keep in
touch to maintain a constructive dialogue.”
Eagle Village First Nation
Minister Kelley and MNA Bernard continued on their tour, visiting Eagle Village First Nation (the community
of Kebaowek), where a meeting was planned with the Eagle Village-Kipawa First Nation council and its newly
elected chief, Madeleine Paul.
“It is a pleasure for me to meet the Minister responsible for Native Affairs and the Member for Rouyn -
Noranda, and to introduce my team to them,” said Chief Madeleine Paul. “It is the start to what I hope will
be an open and frank relationship. I am convinced we will get along well and create useful partnerships for
the well-being of the Eagle Village First Nation.”
Long Point First Nation
The mini-tour in the Algonquin territory finished with a visit to the community of Long Point (Winneway).
The visitors were met by Chief Leonard Polson who introduced the members of the Long Point First Nation
council. They were then shown the main points of interest in the community.
“The Algonquins of Long Point are facing major challenges,” said Chief Leonard Polson. “I have been chief of
this community for only a short time, but I know that together we are driven by a new sense of solidarity
that will enable us to meet our difficulties with success. Discussing our aspirations with the Minister and
MNA Bernard was a very interesting opportunity for us.”
“Algonguin communities are at an important phase of their development, and this foray into Algonquin terri-
tory is very educational. The Abitibi-Témiscamingue region is increasingly enriched by the contributions of
the various aboriginal communities that live there. Thanks to government financial assistance, the commu-
nities may now call on new expertise to structure their economic and social development,” said MNA Ber-
nard.
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 5
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Wedokowin First Line Service
MissionMission
Wedokowin First Line Services will ensure the healthy development of children and fami-lies within the Timiskaming First Nation Community
Main GoalMain Goal Our main goal is to significantly reduce the number of children placed in foster care or entrusted to a third party. These services provided by Wedokowin will allow community members to access the services at their own free will.
SERVICES OFFERED Referrals Support Family/Community Activities Workshops Case Management Budgeting Counseling Confidentiality Home/Community Visits Flexible Hours Peer Support Groups Case Conferences We have been experiencing slight technical difficulties so if you have attempted to access services in the past and have
not received a response please contact Bobbie or Angel at 819-723-2260.
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 6
Nibin Keebeshinnan Nibin Keebeshinnan
Seniors/Elders Spend the Day at Summer Camp The weather couldn't have been better for the picnic at Bullrock on Wednesday August 3 when the seniors
were invited to spend the day with the children who were there at summer camp. The school bus driven by
Arden took about 16 of us up to the lake.
The scenery is awesome! The campsite is situated along the shore of a small lake. There was a campfire for
those who wanted to enjoy time beside the lake and the fire. Clara and Maggie were the adventurers
and canoed around the lake. We enjoyed the fishing stories from Brent and were witnesses to his unbeliev-
able shot with an arrow. He actually made a Robin Hood which is an arrow shot into the end of the previous
arrow shot! His fishing stories are real fish stories. Thanks Brent.
The kids swam almost all day, only taking a break to have lunch of delicious moose stew and bannock and
ending with blueberry cake. Myra and Lisa served a great meal to all. We were entertained by the music of
Hubert along with Mabel and Joyce until the bus picked us up.
It was a great day and enjoyed by all. Gitchi Meegwetch to all especially to the kids who shared their day
with us, Myra, Lisa, Brent, Elijah, the Musicians and our driver Arden. We look forward to doing it again!
Shirley McBride
Secretary/Treasure
Seniors/Elders Committee
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 7
(Summer Camp) Update (Summer Camp) Update
1st Annual
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 8
The Millennium Scoop: native children in care surpass residential
school era
“It's getting harder to be a parent in these communi-
ties.''
Troubled children are increasingly being removed
from their homes, but about half the time, they are
placed in other First Nations homes, says Trocme.
About 90 per cent of them eventually wind up back
home at some point, perhaps as an adult, he says.
So the family ties are not being broken as in the past.
``Families don't disappear when you remove a child,'' he says.
The number of First Nations children in the child wel-
fare system is rising. But slowly funding is also on the
rise and so is discussion and innovation about how to
help them, he said.
In mainstream society, the number of children in care dropped suddenly in the 1970s. That's when child
welfare agencies switched their focus. Instead of re-
moving children from their home as a first resort,
they devoted resources to prevention and help for
troubled families.
The same approach wasn't applied toward First Na-
tions, Trocme says, but that is changing.
The federal government has added a new layer of
child-welfare funding directed toward prevention. It is
also funding a growing number of child welfare agen-
cies run by First Nations themselves.
Many First Nations complain that their other child ser-
vices are so broke that the prevention dollars are
sucked away by other more immediate needs.
But Ottawa points to some success in Alberta, where
it invested $98 million over five years for its new ap-
proach.
The number of children in the care of First Nations
agencies in that province has now stabilized, or even
edged down slightly, federal documents show.
Not every province has such a program quite yet, alt-
hough Ottawa hopes to achieve that by next year.
The federal numbers don't take into account the chil-
dren who are in the hands of provincial agencies. And
there are pervasive reports of widespread disillusion-
ment and despair at the local level, says Beaucage.
But there are signs at senior levels of government of
creative thinking and a willingness to allow First Na-
tions a stronger hand in child welfare, he says.
``There's a fair bit of flexibility and open-mindedness
at the top level,'' he said.
``We're going to have to measure our success in
decades and generations.''
Source: Winnipeg Free Press
John Beaucage uses a particular term for the heart-
break he sees around him: the Millennium Scoop.
The First Nations leader was recently hired by the
Ontario government to look into aboriginal child wel-
fare and what he found, not just in Ontario, but
across the country, was despair.
After decades of wrestling with the impact of the res-
idential school system and then with the ``Sixties
Scoop'' that placed so many aboriginal children in
non-aboriginal homes First Nations are now facing
another tragedy of lost children in the new millenni-
um.
There are more First Nations children in care right
now than at the height of the residential school sys-
tem. That system was a national disgrace that
prompted Prime Minister Stephen Harper to apolo-
gize for its catastrophic impact on natives.
Instead of being at home with their parents, brothers
and sisters, tens of thousands of First Nations chil-
dren are in foster homes, staying with distant rela-
tives or living in institutions.
``It's a culmination of decades worth of social ills,''
Beaucage says.
A disheartening mix of poverty, addiction, history
and politics has conspired to separate First Nations
children from their parents.
Researchers aren't certain how many native kids are
no longer living with their parents. A major study in
2005 pegged the number at 27,500. Since then, pro-
vincial and federal data as well as empirical reports
suggest the numbers have risen.
That's easily double the size of the cohort forced
away from their homes and into residential schools
during the late 1940s and 50s, a brutal period of
Canada's history that still haunts First Nations fami-
lies.
There's no question native children dominate the
child welfare system.
Former auditor general Sheila Fraser estimated First
Nations children were eight times more likely to be in
care than other Canadian kids. She pointed out that
in British Columbia, of all the children in care, about
half are aboriginal even though aboriginals are only
about eight per cent of the population.
Beaucage's report says aboriginal people make up about two per cent of the population, but between 10
to 20 per cent of the children in care.
``Given the data I've had a chance to see, if any-
thing, it's an underestimation,'' said Nico Trocme,
director of McGill University's Centre for Research on
Children and Families.
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 9
Employment Opportunity Pidaban Child Care Centre is currently seeking names for
Replacement Educators Replacement Janitor
Replacement Kitchen Aide Permanent on- call Maintenance worker
For more information or to give your name call at 819-723-2319 ext. 2
COMMUNITY NOTICE
ALTCC Board of Directors Replacement List
We are collecting names of community mem-bers who are interested in sitting on the Board of Directors of the ALTCC when ever a seat be-
comes available. Please submit your name with a short letter ex-
plaining why you want to sit on the Board of Di-rectors to:
Anishnabe Long Term Care Center
Att:
Mary Ann Babin
26 Algonquin Avenue
Notre Dame du Nord, Quebec
J0Z 3B0
Note: letters can also be dropped off at the
ALTCC.
Meegwetch
Mary Ann Babin, Director
Fundraising BBQ and Yard Sale
On Thursday july 21st. The Departments of the Timiskaming First Nation pulled together for a successful fundraising BBQ and Yard
Sale!
To the enjoyment of the new owners, all departments dug into their storage units and sheds for items that simply had not been used for some time.
We are pleased to announce that the Yard Sale raised 1,867.20 dollars. The TFN Social Development allocated the funds to the Nibin Keebeshinnan (Childrens Summer camp at Bullrock)
Community Notice Availability of
Lands and Membership officer
August 8 to 12 (Workshop)
Available from 3:00 to 4:30 pm daily and
August 15 to 26 (Training)
Out of town
Sorry for the inconvenience
Jessica Chevrier
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 10
Public Works - Important Community Notice
Recycling to start in the Community
The Public Works department is STARTING the recycling program
Recycling will be picked up the week of
August 8, (Blue Bins)
Garbage will be picked up the week of
August 15, (Charcoal Bins)
Your usual up day remains the same Tuesdays - King’s Richard’s, Ontario and Business
Wednesdays - Rest of community
This will be an ongoing rotation, one week Recycling (Blue Bins)
the following week Garbage (Charcoal Bins).
MAKE SURE to ONLY have RECYCLABLES in your blue bin, or we will ( NOT) be picking it up.
If you are not sure what is recyclable , please stop
by the Band office, and pick up the flyer on what is recyclable, or check the next page of this issue of the
TFN Newsletter.
If you are unsure schedule check the calendar at the back of the Newsletter
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 11
Timiskaming First Nation
Keep our environment clean!
Non-recyclables
Papers and cardboards
Correspondence and office paper Newsprints and flyers
Catalogues, periodicals and magazines Telephone books Books, notebooks, envelopes,
notepads, writing pads, bills, letters and folders
Brown grocery bags Corrugated cardboards and flattened card-
boards
Milk and juice cartons (waxed cardboard) Cardboard boxes
Egg cartons Cardboard tubes
How to prepare the recyclables Remove the publicity flyers from their plastic
bag Neatly fold the cardboard boxes
Rinse all containers as to avoid unwanted odors or vermin (no need to remove the labels)
Remove all the different lids from your con-tainers (these recyclables can be put loose in
the bin)
Glass
Any kind of bottles: wine, soft drinks, spirits (colored or clear glass)
Any kind of glass utility jars (colored or clear glass)
Plastics Clear or colored plastic bottles (bleach,
shampoo, food products, household mainte-nance, detergent, soft drinks, spring water,
etc.) Clear or colored plastic containers
(yogurt, margarine, etc.)
Plastic lids Plastic shopping bags, garbage bags, bread
bags, sandwich bags, etc. Any kind of rigid plastics coded 1 to 7 or hav-
ing the recycling logo affixed on it
Metal
Aluminium containers (pie plates, mould, etc.)
Aluminum paper Aluminum cans Metal lids
Tin cans
How to recycle soft plastics Place into a single bag all the soft plastics
bags, making sure that they are clean and
empty of their content. Knot this bag and it’s ready for the bin.
Collective waste removal: the DOS and DONT’S of the recycling bin
Wet or solid paper cardboard (soiled by
food, paint, grease, etc.) Diapers, hygienic pads, paper towels, tissue
pa-per, etc. Padded envelopes Photographs, carbon paper, wax paper,
wallpaper Fluorescent tubes (neon), lamp bulbs
Dishes, porcelain, crystal, Pyrex Ceramics and earthenware Window glass, mirrors
Fiberglass Wood and furniture
Clothing and textiles Food Carpets
Lumber, construction or renovation waste (ceiling tiles,
floor tiles, tar paper, etc.)
Garden hose
Toys
Toothpaste tubes or pumps
Plastic food wraps (Saran Wrap style)
All industrial or commercial plastics
Tarps (pool, car, utility, etc.)
Rubber products
Styrofoam
Rope of all kind
Metal junk (nails, screws, radios, wires, faucets, copper
tubes and other products of the kind)
Pressurized aerosol containers or anything under pressure
Domestic appliance: electric stove, refrigerator, washers,
dryer, etc.
Automobile or bicycle parts
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 12
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 13
Giant Hogweed (Please be aware that there is a considerable amount
of Giant Hogweed in the community) Although contact with the sap is not painful in itself, the toxins it con-
tains are activated by light (UV rays), making the skin extremely sen-sitive to sunlight and causing a type of damage to superficial skin
cells called phytophotodermititis. Phytophotodermititis can develop up to 48 hours after exposure to sap. It is characterized by localized rash and edema (red, swollen
skin), blisters, or even burns. Once healed (in approximately a week), brown spots can persist and the affected region can remain sensitive
to sunlight for several months. All parts of the body can be affected, but the back of the hands, arms, legs, and face are the most commonly injured because they are
more likely to be exposed to the poisonous sap and to sunlight.
The risk of exposure is high for the following groups of people:
Children and their parents
Horticulturalists
Farmers
Personnel doing brushing work
Anyone living or spending time in areas where the plant is
found.
What to do in the event of exposure
If your skin has been in contact with sap
Remove the sap as quickly as possible without spreading it. Use a sheet of absorbent paper and
do not rub. Wash the affected area with soap and rinse thoroughly with water. Then wash your
hands.
Change and wash your clothes to avoid contaminating other parts of your body or other people.
Cover affected areas (gloves, long pants, and long sleeves) to avoid exposing them to light
(including artificial light) for at least 48 hours.
If your eyes have come in contact with sap
Rinse your eyes thoroughly with clean water for ten minutes.
Wear dark sunglasses to avoid exposing your eyes to light.
See a doctor as soon as possible.
If you have burns
Avoid any exposure to sunlight for at least a week.
Use sunscreen for six months.
Call the Info-Santé helpline at 8-1-1 for more information on how to treat burns.
If you think you have been in contact with giant hogweed or if you would like more information on what to do in case of burns, contact Centre antipoison du Québec at 1-800-463-5060 or the Info-Santé help line at 8-1-1.
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 14
TFN POLICE FORCE
ATTENTION TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS
The Guardian Angels summer project will be ending on the 19th of August, if you have any valuables that require engraving now
is the time to do so.
The Guardian Angels will be taking appointments from the 15th -19th of August
for engraving. To make an appointment call (819)723-2810 and leave a mes-sage with your name, address and what time would be good for the Guardian Angels to do
the engraving.
The Timiskaming Police would like to take this time to thank those who have taken part in the Guardian Angel project.
911 address change
If you have not already changed your house number, it is best that you do so as soon as
possible. Having the exact number on your house makes it easier for either the police, ambulance and fire department to locate your house when emergencies arise.
Appreciation Corner (Thank you for going above and beyond)
Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer.
Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer.
The Public Security Committee would like to extend its belated appreciation to Harrison
Ball and all the crew for getting our street lights functional. This really adds to the safety of our community.
A BIG thank you foes out to all those who helped organize, set-up and de-
liver the TFN Yard Sale on July 21st. Much appreciation and recognition goes out to all those who helped transport, carry and move all the items
in the scorching heat!! Kudos to Lori Anne, Doug, the Public Works crew, the Summer Students and our fine Auctioneer Marielle Beaulac.
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 15
Full Moon Ceremony Otatakakomin Kizis – Blackberry Moon
Saturday August 13. 2011
at 8:30 pm
at Marilyn Chevrier-Wills Lodge (Full Moon Lodge) On Richard’s Road
TIMISKAMING NATIVE WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP WOMEN’S WELLNESS
ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND “WOMEN’S SHARING CIRCLE”
WHERE: 116 WHITEWOOD AVE NEW LISKEARD, ON NEXT CIRCLE: WEDNESDAY August 17, 2011 TIME: STARTING AT 6:30 PM SHARP
Contact: Marilyn C. Wills at 705-647-7877 WOMEN GATHER IN A CIRCLE SMUDGE IF THEY CHOOSE TO, SING, DRUM,
SHARING CIRCLE TEACHINGS ON THE TOBACCO, WATER AND STRAWBERRIES
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Please bring you own cloth and tobacco
Nibin Keebeshinnan
(Summer Camp at Bullrock) Schedule For early registration please contact the Administration office at 819-723-2335
and ask for Elijah Polson-Groulx
OR
Registration forms can be picked up at the Administration Office front desk
Who When
10-11 yrs. Aug. 8-12
Community Reminder
Just a reminder…….Cheque day is on Thursday’s only; therefore please submit all requests by Wednesday at 12:00 pm in order for processing to be completed.
Please note, Cheques are ready Thursday’s 3:30 pm.
Thank you for your understanding! TFN Finance Department
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 16
6:30 pm Sharp Entry Fee – $20
Extra 2 Strips - $5.00
Extra 4 Strips – $10.00 Specials & Jackpots - $1.00 each
New Programs and New Rules..!!
Any student looking for volunteer
school hours can call Harold at 819-723-2335
Harold McKenzie Social Development Coordinator
24 Algonquin Ave
Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec (819)723-2335
Thursday Night
Megwetch, Thank You, Merci
Kiwetin School
Parent Committee
Estelle Wabie for Head Start- Kindergarten
Twyla Wabie for Grades 1 & 2 Robin Chevrier for Grades 3& 4
Christine Chevrier for Grades 5&6 Lynn Simpson for Grades 7&8 Harold McKenzie and Wanda King are the two
members representing the community at large
The two Parent Committee members who are on LEA are: Harold McKenzie and Christine Chevrier
The next Parent Committee Meeting is scheduled for the following date:
Thursday August 29, 2011
and Tuesday September 20, 2011
All meetings will be in the Kiwetin
School Library starting at 4:30 pm
Important Information
TDSS (Temiskaming District Secondary School)
Parents are invited to visit this site regularly. A lot of information is promoted this way. www.dsb1.edu.on.ca/tdss/
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 17
Reverse Osmosis Residential Water System
Systems sold here at $210.00 compared to other systems that are sold at $350.00
Price D.I.Y. Installation $210.00 Seller installed $260.00
Potential customer usage is one 18 liter per week.
Recommended filter change every 6 months at an annual cost of $120.00 $120.00 / 52 wks. = $2.30 weekly costs
The more bottles you use per week the more the savings. D.I.Y. customers realize further savings on home maintenance. One system on hand. First come first served.
For information or to purchase Call Francis Robinson at 819-723-5173
R.O. water is the best, safest, healthiest drinking water available.
Lawn Cutting Services
Contact
Ralph McKenzie
at
819-723-2838
Summer Festival
2011
(with the Korean Group)
August 2 to 9, 2011 TFN Community Hall
Children Activities starting
at 9:00 am daily Youth Activities in the evenings For more details contact Karen Polson at 819-723-2029
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 18
funsportcanada.abitemis.info / [email protected]
Tuesday August 9th
Tuesday August 16th
Tuesday August 23th
Dodgeball, track and field, street hockey, soccer, softball, football, basketball…
More than 100$ in
participation prices!
SPORTS SUMMER DAY CAMP ON TUESDAYS
From 10 am to 2 pm at Kiwetin School
ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES
Are you be interested in joining or continuing adult academic upgrading this fall?
If you are please come in or call 819-723-2335 and leave your name with Laurette Renaud at the TFN Administration Office
Evening Classes
Are you be interested the following evening classes this fall?
French (second Language) Algonquin
If you are please come in to the TFN Administration Office or call
819-723-2335 and leave your name with Laurette Renaud
Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 19
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Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter Page 20
Otatakakomin Kizis (otata-ko-ka-min key-sis) August - Blackberry Moon The eighth moon of Creation is the Blackberry Moon, when we honor the Blackberry which produces an abundance of fruit every year. It was one of the first plants put on Mother Earth, and its purpose is to protect the Sacred Circle of Life by allowing us to recognize and understand the teachings that come from the Spirit World.
Manadjitagani-wan
Sun
Metisowini Kijigan
Mon
Anjeni Kijigan
Tue
Sozep Kijigan
Wed
Ishpiniganiwan
Thurs
Chibayatigo Kijigan
Fri
Mini Kijigan
Sat
1 2 3 4
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
5
6
7 8
Council Meeting
9
Recycle
(blue bins)
10
Recycle
(blue bins)
11
Bingo 6:30pm
Community Hall
12
13
14 15 Council Meeting
16
Garbage
(charcoal bins)
17
Garbage
(charcoal bins)
18
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
19
Full Moon
Ceremony
20
21 22
Council Meeting
23
Recycle
(blue bins)
27
Recycle
(blue bins)
25
Bingo
6:30pm
Community Hall
26 27
28 29
Council Meeting
30
Garbage
(charcoal bins)
31
Garbage
(charcoal bins)
1 2 3
Submissions deadline for next Newsletter: Wednesday August 17, 2011 at 12:00 pm. The Newsletter will be circulated on Friday August 19 2011
TFN Newsletter
24 Algonquin Ave.
Notre Dame du Nord, QC - J0Z 3B0
Tel: 819-723-2335
Fax: 819-723-2353
e-mail: [email protected]
First Quarter: Aug. 6
Full Moon: Aug. 13
Last Quarter: Aug. 21
New Moon: Aug. 31
If you have dates of up coming community events that you would like to see on the calendar, please contact Dan Lavigne at : 819 -723-2335 or by e-mail: [email protected]
Otatakakomin Kizis
Blackberry Moon
August 2011
Activity Calendar