March 2016 - Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Conklin Newsletter
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
March, 2016
CONKLIN NAKEWIN NEWS
March 2016
www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Conklin Municipal Office
Conklin Municipal Office
245 Northland Drive
Conklin, AB T0P-1H1
Ph: (780) 559-2235
Fax: (780) 559-2277
e-mail: [email protected]
Hours of operation
Monday to Friday
8:30a.m. – 12:00 & 1:00 – 4:30p.m.
Closed
March 25, 2016 – Good Friday
March 28, 2016 – Easter Monday
Municipal Switchboard:
1-800-973-9663
Community Contacts:
Conklin School
Resource office
L.O.C. office
CCA office
Medical van
Health Nurse
Conklin Corner
Gas Bar
Dipper Oilfield
Fehr Quality Cont.
Robwel
RMWB Water & Sewer
780-559-2228
780-559-8900
780-559-2117
780-559-2150
780-742-7717
780-559-2011 or
780-791-6247
780-559-2008
780-559-2623
780-559-2244
780-559-0161
780-559-2966
780-598-6025 or
780-559-2235
RMWB Social Programming 780-714-4724
RCMP Complaints
780-788-4000
780-559-2245
By-Law Complaints
780-788-4200
Animal Control S.P.C.A
780-743-8997
ALL EMERGENCIES
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RMWB NOTICES
Water and Garbage Services:
If you are a new resident and require these services,
you must complete a Utility application at your local
Municipal Office. If you are moving and no longer
require the services it is your responsibility to
complete a Utility Termination form or you will
continue to be billed. If you have any questions
please feel free to contact your local Municipal office
at (780) 559-2235 or you may call the Regional
Municipality of Wood Buffalo at 1-800-973-9663 and
ask for utility billing.
Payment Options:
The RMWB provides billing on a regular basis for
utility services and on an annual basis for Taxes.
Please find below your payment options;
1. In person at 9909 Franklin Avenue in
Fort McMurray or at your local Municipal
office.
2. Mail a cheque payable to:
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
9909 Franklin Avenue
Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H-2K4
3. Pay at your bank or on-line
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Contact Information
RMWB Notices & News
Community Corner
Senior’s Corner
Community Information
Conklin School
Youth Zone & Education
Around the Region
Health & Wellness
Recreation Calendar
Community Calendar
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WARD 4 COUNSELLOR UPDATE FOR MARCH 2016
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which is the basis for their annual assessment. However at the present time with the down turn
these lots are not selling and the owners are left with very high tax bills. While this may
ultimately mean lower market value assessments and taxes, in the meantime the tax bills remain
high.
Mayor and Council have lobbied the provincial government in different ways to seek another
classification for local rural businesses. Members of Council met with the Honorable Minister of
Municipal Affairs on Thursday, February 11th, 2016 in Fort McMurray. The topic of rural taxation
for local businesses was a top priority. In August of 2015 Council passed a motion to have the
provincial Order in Council which created our regional municipality changed to allow for lower
non-residential taxes in the hamlets. The Order in Council is a much quicker way to change the
tax rate. In the discussion this last week it appears that the provincial government is waiting for
the changes in the Municipal Government Act which we feel is not necessary. My concern is that
it might be too late for some of the small businesses. In speaking to one business owner he is
dreading June when the tax bills come out.
Local rural businesses and I have met with MLA Tany Yao in recent weeks discussing the taxes
and asking to lobby in the Legislature. Mayor and a number of Councillors also met with the
Leader of the Wildrose party, Brian Jean to gain support. The Metis groups within Fort McMurray
and the rural hamlets met with the Honorable Minister of Aboriginal Affairs, Kathleen Ganley
citing this concern. The Honorable Finance Minister Joe Ceci and the Honorable Minister David
Eggan have also been made aware.
Council also passed a resolution in October of 2012 which was forwarded to the Alberta
Association of Municipal Districts and Counties (AAMDC). The resolution specifically asked that
the province either amend the Municipal Government Act or create regulations which would
enable the creation of sub-classes within the rural non-residential tax category. At the AAMDC
meeting which is represented by Mayors and Councillors from all over Alberta the resolution
passed with 93% in favour. It appears that it is a rural problem throughout Alberta. Other
provinces such as Saskatchewan and Ontario have flexibility in their taxation classifications
allowing municipalities to decide how their taxes should be distributed amongst taxpayers. We
need to see this happen in Alberta.
For any good deeds or concerns please e-mail [email protected] or telephone 780-334-0516.
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Municipal Updates
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COMMUNITY CORNER
March 6
March 7
March 8
March 10
March 12
March 13
March 14
March 15
March 18
March 22
March 23
March 24
March 26
March 28
March 30
Ilyanna Janvier
Terra Richards
Darren Bone
Hannah Belhumeur
Jessica Adby
Dallas Deranger
Kristen Alook
Vanessa Shephard
Alysha Powder
Kurtis Richards
Aiden Richards
Doyle Quintal
Jayden Cardinal
Sophia Grace Janvier
Verna Quintal-Janvier
Lilly Bone
Vincent Deranger
Elsie Cardinal
Kelsey Monias
Velma Quintal-Nokohoo
Kazia Robillard
Nicholas Callan
Justin Cardinal
Holly Quintal
Kamiya Quintal-Warwawa
Gredda Nater
Ernest Bone
Doris Quintal
Jordon Quintal
MacKenzie Whiteknife
Danielle Powder
Sherry Tremblay
Laura Cardinal
Kylie McKenzie
If you wish to have your birthday published in
the Conklin, Nakewin News Please submit in
writing & deliver to the Municipal Office.
March, 2016
Wishing our Daughter-in-Law Kelsey, a
very happy birthday on Mar 15th!
Love: Wendy, Ernie & Family
Birthday greetings going out to the following;
Doyle Jr. Mar 10
Holly Mar 23
Love Cocom Alvina, Many more to come.
Doris Mar 28
Fr: Your loving Mom, You are getting older
every year my girl.
Happy birthday to our three beautiful nieces;
Hannah on March 6th
Danielle on March 28th
Kylie on March 30th
XOXOXOXO: Wanda & Family
Happy 14th birthday to our beautiful daughter
Alysha on March 8th.
Love: Dad, Mom & Family XOXOXO
Happy birthday “Old Fart” Ernest on March
26th.
Love: Your family
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Happy birthday to my beautiful girls;
Danielle on March 28th and Kylie on March
30th XOXOXOXO.
Love you both to the moon
and back.
Love: Mom
March, 2016
METIS LOCAL #193
Will be holding a regular meeting
on March 9, 2016 at 7:00p.m.
Happy 14th birthday to Alysha
on March 8th XOXOXOXO
Love: Auntie Roxy, Grandma &
Girls
Wishing my Dad, Ernest a very
happy birthday, many more to
+come.
Love Always; Roxy, Olivia & Girls
Dear Vincent,
Wishing you the
best birthday ever
on March 13,
and a year full of
happiness,
awesome health
and prosperity.
Love you always!
xoxoxoxo!
Mom:)
My dear princess
Averey may you have a
funfilled special
birthday on March 13!
Grandma loves you into
the universe and
beyond! Xoxoxoxo !:)
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SENIOR’S CORNER
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Tansi, Hello Senior’s,
Seniors are encouraged to contact the office if
you are going to be away so we order lunches
accordingly. Please be advised that meals will be a
bit late on Tuesdays as this is the day that I take the
Home Care nurses on their home visits. My work
number is (780) 714-1069.
Mary-Jean Quintal
IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS
Senior Enhancement Worker - (780) 714-1069
Canada Pension & O.A.S
1-800-277-9914
Alberta Supports
1-877-644-9992
Health Link 1-866-408-5465
Conklin Municipal Office
(780) 559-2235
Resource Office (780) 559-8900
RMWB Social Programming (780) 714-4724
Blue Cross 1-800-661-6995
Police/Fire/Ambulance: Emergencies only - 911
March, 2016
Happy birthday
March 14
Elsie Cardinal
SENIOR’
March 24
Gredda Nater
CORNER
Seniors
Corner
SENIOR’S DAY
March 3, 2016 @ 12:00p.m.
March 17, 2016 @ 12:00p.m.
Please bring your own bags
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IDENTITY THEFT: COULD IT HAPPEN TO YOU?
Identity Theft Statement PDF
Maybe you never opened that account, or ordered an additional card, but someone else did....someone who used your
name and personal information to commit fraud. When an imposter uses your name, your Social Insurance Number (SIN),
your credit card number, or some other piece of your personal information for their use - in short when someone
appropriates your personal information without your knowledge - it's a crime, pure and simple
Are you a Victim?
A creditor informs you that an application for credit was received with your name and address, which you did not
apply for.
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Telephone calls or letters state that you have been approved or denied by a creditor that you never applied to.
You receive credit card statements or other bills in your name, which you did not apply for.
You no longer receive credit card statements or you notice that not all of your mail is delivered.
A collection agency informs you they are collecting for a defaulted account established with your identity and you
never opened the account.
Identity Theft Statement - What is it?
If you have been a victim of identity theft, the Identity Theft Statement helps you notify financial institutions, credit card
issuers and other companies that the identity theft occurred, tell them that you did not create the debt or charges, and give
them information they need to begin an investigation. Make as many copies of the Statement as you will need to notify all
affected companies. You will need Acrobat Reader to view the statement.
If you suspect that your personal information has been hijacked and misappropriated to commit fraud or theft, take action
immediately and keep a record of your conversations and correspondence. The following basic actions are appropriate in
almost every case.
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Start a log of dates, person(s) that you spoke with and exactly what they said.
Contact the fraud departments of each of the two major credit bureaus.
Equifax: (866) 828-5961
Trans Union: (800) 663-9980 except
Quebec residents (877) 713-3393.
Request that a "Fraud Alert" be placed in your files. At the same time order copies of your credit reports.
Contact the fraud department of creditors for any accounts that have been opened or tampered with fraudulently.
This may include credit card companies, phone companies, banks and other lenders.
File a report with your local Police or the Police in the community where the identity theft took place.
Contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). CAFC is currently central sourcing all pertinent information on
Identity Theft to identity trends and patterns, information is also used to assist law enforcement agencies in
possible investigations.
Remember
There is no reason to be paranoid; there's just reason to be careful. If someone wants desperately to target you, they can
probably get a lot of information about you -- so you just need to minimize the criminal's opportunities to get that
information. You can make yourself a harder target and that is the best defense. If you are a victim, do not panic, in most
cases you will not be out any money. When you've been careful about disclosing your personal information the losses will
likely be attributed to the banks and or companies associated with the fraud.
Minimize The Risk
While you probably can't prevent identity theft entirely, you can minimize your risk. Identity theft is on the rise and it can
happen to anyone. It can happen to you. By managing your personal information wisely, cautiously and with
an awareness of the issue, you can help guard against identity
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Conklin School
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March, 2016
Friday February 26, 2016
Dear Community Members,
Thank You!
Tansi! Thank you to all the parents and community members who attended
our Vision and Mission Statement meeting on Tuesday February 23. Your
input was valuable and appreciated.
Thank you also to those parents who completed the Parent Survey and the
Accountability Pillar Survey. Feedback allows us to improve.
Hello, can you hear me?
At the meeting on Tuesday night, it was mentioned that the school, almost weekly, newsletters
sometimes do not reach the parents at home. To keep up to date with school news and info, please check
out our school website (listed below) or like us on Facebook. Copies of the newsletter can be found
there.
Starting shortly, reminder texts from the school will be sent to all parents and
guardians. Make sure your contact numbers are up to date at the school. Please call
the school if you have any questions or concerns about receiving texts from the
school.
Also attached to the last February school newsletter are Freedom of Information
and Privacy (FOIP) forms. After reviewing the forms on file at school, it was
noticed that a few forms were not filled out correctly and that maybe the forms were confusing for some
people. Therefore, we are asking you to redo the FOIP forms to ensure that you are giving your
permission to use and publish your child’s pictures, videos, school work and other visual or auditory
information in our newsletters, websites, and other mediums.
If you do not understand the FOIP forms, please come to the school and we will assist you with it.
Reminder – Religious Instruction
Reminder, Father Reddy will be visiting the school every Tuesday afternoon and offer religious
instruction. If you do not want your child to participate in this activity, please call the school.
Spring Swimming
Starting in April for six weeks, each homeroom will go to Lac La Biche for swimming lessons. Mrs.
Kaziuk’s class will be Tuesday, Ms. Reck’s on Wednesday, and Mr. Ricketts’ on Thursday. We might
need volunteers to chaperone. More info will be sent home later in March.
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Enjoy Working with Children?
March, 2016
Want to work at the school? We are looking for a part time Educational Assistant for three mornings a
week for the rest of the school year to work with our primary students. Also, we require casual subs for
the teaching staff, janitor and cook. If interested in any position, please drop off your cover letter and
resume at the school.
Attendance Equals Learning
Ninety percent or better attendance does translate into improved learning.
Conklin Community School’s 92% attendance average is paying off. On
Thursday March 3 at 2:45pm, come join us as we celebrate how many
students have made progress in their reading. You will be pleasantly
surprised!
So continue sending your children to school and keep them reading! We will
have academic success!
As always, please feel free to stop in and say hi.
Mahsi!
Mr. Carson, Principal
Important Dates:
Thursday March 3 – School Awards Assembly – 2:45pm – Gym
Thursday March 4 – Local School Board meeting – 3:30pm - Library
Friday March 4 - No Classes – Staff PD
Wednesday March 23 – Parent Teacher Interview (Student Lead Conferences) TBA
Friday March 25 to April 3 – No School – Easter Break
Monday April 4 – School Resumes – 8:30am
“We believe that students have the right to achieve
their full potential within a caring and respectful
environment”
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TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PART-TIME (0.30 FTE) EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT II (PUF)
CONKLIN COMMUNITY SCHOOL - Conklin, Alberta
Conklin Community School is located approximately 150 miles from Fort McMurray, Alberta and
serves a student population of approximately 40 in Grades K-9. The professional staff complement is 4.
The school requires a part-time (0.30 FTE) temporary Educational Assistant II (Puf) to work at the
school effective immediately to June 29th, 2016. This position is conditional based on the student(s)
served remaining enrolled at the school.
Qualifications include:
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Candidates with a Grade 12 education will be given preference
Interest in working with special needs children
Training and/or background in working with special needs children would be an asset.
The successful applicants should possess a strong work ethic, initiative, and the ability to work with
the certificated staff at the school.
The salary range is $7,759.50 to $10,230.30 (with certificate) per annum based on education and
experience. A comprehensive benefit package is also provided.
Please apply to: Christopher Carson, Principal, Conklin Community School, General Delivery, Conklin,
Alberta, T0P 1H0. Phone: (780) 559-2228. Fax: (780) 559-2391. Email: [email protected]
Kindly note that offers of employment will be conditional on receipt of a satisfactory criminal record
check. Applicants successful in securing interviews will be notified of interview date.
Open until suitable candidate is found.
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AROUND THE REGION
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Health & wellness
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March, 2016
Accessing Home Care, Supporting Living and Long Term care in the North Zone
Alberta Health Services- North Zone is providing access to
Continuing Care and Community-based services through a
Continuing Care Access Team.
A toll-free phone number is available for patients and families
and health care providers to call with questions or inquiries
about accessing continuing care services) Home Care,
Supportive Living and Long Term Care in their Community.
The Toll-Free phone line is: 1855-371-4122
The Toll-Free Fax Line is: 1-855-776-3805
The line is open:
Monday - Friday: 8:15 a.m. to 8:15 pm
Saturday- Sunday 9 a.m. to 5:15 pm
Access to services will be based on availability and determination of unmet needs of individual clients.
Conklin Community Hall
A Public Health Nurse is available:
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Walk in
Where: Conklin Community Hall
Public Health Nurse will provide:
o Well Baby Clinic
o Healthy Beginnings: Home Visits
o Childhood Immunizations
o Breastfeeding Support
o Adult Immunizations
o Prenatal Support
o Travel Health Information
Services provided are by appointment or walk in.
For Appointment contact:
Gail Braun, RN
Fort McMurray, Public Health
Tel: 780 791-6271
If you have any health concerns or questions:
- See your family doctor
- Call Health link at 1-866-408-5465
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Conklin Recreation Program & Events
MARCH 2016
Mon
Sun
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
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Youth-Chill
Zone 3:30 –
5:30
Adult night
6 – 8p.m.
Metis Crafts
All ages
6 – 8 p.m.
Tiny tots
10:30 –
11:30am
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Good
Friday
All offices
closed
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Happy
Easter
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Adult night
6 – 8pm
Youth chill
Zone
3:30 – 5:30
Tiny Tots
1 – 2p.m.
Metis Crafts
All ages
3:30 -5p.m.
Tiny Tots
1 – 2p.m.
Easter
Monday
All offices
closed
Youth Chill
Zone
3:30 – 6p.m.
Conklin Metis
Jam session
5 – 8p.m.
All talent
welcome
Youth-Chill
Zone 3:30 –
5:30
Metis dancing
6 – 8p.m.
Tiny tots
1-2pm
Youth Chill
Zone
3:30 – 6p.m.
Youth Chill
Zone
3:30 – 6p.m.
Tiny tots
1 - 2p.m.
Aikido
Ages 12+
6 – 8p.m.
Senior Crafts
1 – 2:30pm
Senior’s Bingo
1 – 3:30p.m.
Planning Day
Tiny tots
10:30 –
11:30am
CFWE Radio
Bingo BAZAAR
5:00p.m.
AIKIDO is Back!!!! Instructor ERIC SANTIAGO will be in Conklin on March 23rd. This is for
individuals ages 12 and older. Consent/waiver forms must be filled out. Look forward to seeing
you all here!!!!
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Mental
Health Visit
11 – 2p.m.
Hub on
Wheels
Ages 0-5
Daylight
Savings
Time
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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11:30 – 12:30
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Hub on
Wheels
11:30 – 12:30
Ages 0 - 5
Hub on
Wheels
11:30 – 12:30
Alberta
Mental
Health Visit
11 – 2p.m.
Metis Local
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meeting @
7:00p.m.
Ages 0 - 5
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Easter
Monday
ALL OFFICES
CLOSED
Alberta
Mental
Health Visit
11 – 2p.m.
Senior’s
Day @
12:00p.m
Senior’s
Day @
12:00p.m
Municipal
Bus will
run @
regular
times.
Good
Friday ALL
OFFICES
CLOSED
NO BUS
RUN
RARA
Awards @
MacDonald
Island
5:00pm
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