December - Kebaowek First Nation
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December - Kebaowek First Nation
Migizy Odenaw Mazinaigan Eagle Village First Nation Community Newsletter www.evfn.ca May the Spirit of Christmas be in your hearts and homes during this Holiday Season. Eagle Village First Nation P.O. Box 756 Temiscaming, QC J0Z 3R0 Tel: (819) 627-3455 Fax: (819) 627-9428 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Chief and Council An Update from the Chief The past month has been eventful with many meetings and I would like to share some of the information that could be of interest to you and some of it will affect you. Eagle Village Health Centre 3 Ogima Street Kipawa, QC J0Z 2H0 Tel: (819) 627-9060 Fax: (819) 627-1885 Eagle Village Police Department P.O. Box 27 Kipawa, QC J0Z 2H0 Tel: (819) 627-9624/8229 Fax: (819) 627-3277 Tax Exemption on Bell Services Since the 13% HST was implemented on July 1st, 2010, First Nation telecommunications customers have been entitled to the HST exemption if they live on reserve, and an exemption of the 8% PST portion of the HST if they live off-reserve. This applies to First Nations that are on the Ontario/Quebec border. After a lot of lobbying from members of the community and the push from the Ontario Chief’s we will benefit from the exemption. Bell Canada will be contacting some members of Eagle Village First Nation, who subscribe to Bell products and services including land lines, TV, internet and cell phones concerning your tax exemption. Once you have been contacted you will have 14 days to send them a copy of your Certificate of Indian Status and the completed Bell Form Tax Exemption Certificate. If you are not an individual that has been contacted, and you are being charged taxes, then call Bell Canada customer services at 310Bell (310-2355). Health Contribution on Income Taxes Another issue related to taxes is the Health Contribution on your income tax forms. The Government of Quebec is saying that it is not a tax but it’s on your income (Page 2) Inside this issue: An Update from the Chief 2 Kipawa Countryfest Announcement and Migizy Gas 3 Local First Nation Human Resources Info and Updates 4 Eagle Village First Nation Employment Opportunities 5 Eagle Village Police Department … Band By-Law for Noise 6 Eagle Village Education Department 7 Community Notes and Information 8 Community Notes and Information 9 Community Wishes for the Months of December and January 10 Community Wishes for the Months of December and January 11 Community Wishes for the Months of December and January 12 Community Wishes for the Months of December and January 13 Community Wishes for the Months of December and January 14 Community Wishes for the Months of December and January 15 An Update from the Health Director / Councillor 16 Employment Opportnity and Medical Transportation 17 Sports and Mentorship and Upcoming Activities 18 Concussion in Winter Sports and Medicine Cabinet Contest 19 The NNADAP Corner … Updates and Information 20 The NNADAP Corner … Alcohol and the Holiday Season 21 Canadian Lung Association … What is Sleep Apnea? 22 Diabetes and the Christmas Holidays 23 Monthly Calendars for December 2011 and January 2012 24 Eagle Village Fire Department P.O. Box 27 Kipawa, QC J0Z 2H0 Tel: (819) 627-9624 Fax: (819) 627-3277 Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Page 1 An Update from the Chief … Continued tax, therefore, it is a tax. As of July 1st, 2010 the Quebec Government implemented the Health Contribution to create a Fund for the funding of the health facilities in the province. This contribution targets all of the adults in Quebec, with the exception of low income clients. In 2010 the fee was $25 per adult, in 2011 it will be $100 per adult, and in 2012 it will be $200 per adult. The Assembly of First Nation of Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL) Regional Chief Picard sent a letter to Minister Kelley requesting an Exemption Order for registered Indians from the health contribution. Even if the Chief of the AFNQL is pursuing an intervention to obtain this Exemption Order, we suggest that all the individuals who received a Notice of Assessment from Revenue Quebec complete a Notice of Objection. You can pick the form up at the Band Office, as well as a letter of relevant facts and reasons for the objection that you may use to file an objection with the Revenue Quebec Agency regarding the payment of a premium to the Quebec Health Contribution. Matrimonial Rights on Reserves Bill S-2 Matrimonial Rights in or to structures and lands situated on reserve addressed issues relating to family real property on reserves by providing that a First Nation has the power to enact laws relating to “the use, occupation and possession of family homes on its reserves and the division of the value of any interests or rights held by spouses or common-law partners in or to structures and lands on its reserve”. Where a First Nation community does not have such laws in force, the federal rules established in the bill will apply. Once I have more information on this I will inform you. First Nation-Crown Gathering As you may have seen on the news recently they talk of having a First Nation – Crown Gathering, I will elaborate more on this issue. Visit with Romeo Saganash Romeo Saganash visited Eagle Village First Nation on November 11th, and I had the opportunity to discuss several issues with him. Romeo Saganash is an NDP Member of Parliament and is responsible for the Constituency of Abitibi- James Bay – Nunavik – Eeyou and he is running for the leadership of the NDP. He is originally from Waswanipi and he studied law which led him to hold many important positions. He was one of the negotiators for the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People. He is a renowned expert on many issues such as the environment, regional development, the constitution, aboriginal rights, international law and human rights. He is looking for support from all First Nation people who support the NDP and Mr. Saganash as Future Prime Minister of Canada. If anyone is interested in supporting him and wants to have say in who the next NDP leader will be, then register as a member of the NDP by going to their website NDP of Canada and join. Mr. Saganash believes that if 25 members from each community in Canada joined, then he would have a very good chance at winning. All members must be registered by February 18th, 2012 in order to vote on March 24th, 2012. I will continue to keep you updated on the current issues we are facing as leadings of First Nation communities. I want to wish all the staff and members of Eagle Village First Nation a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Enjoy the Holidays! Chief Madeleine Paul BAND MEETING Tuesday January 17th at 6:30 pm Eagle Village Community Hall The AFN (Assembly of First Nations) is the National Political Representative of First Nation Governments and their citizens, including those living on and off reserve. The AFN acts in support of First Nations Governments by coordinating, facilitating and advocating for First Nation self-determination, Treaty implementation and the advancement of key interests required to improve the overall socio-economic conditions of First Nation peoples. First Nation Governments themselves by nature of their respective rights and relationships with the Crown, must be an integral part of developing and ultimately affirming any national effort to advance First Nation interests. During the Annual General Assembly held in July 2010, discussions centered on First Nations advancing their rights and jurisdiction as one of the principle suggestions of how to advance overall national advocacy and momentum in support of First Nation Governments, the concept of a First Nations-Crown Gathering emerged. The First Nation – Crown Gathering would represent the first meeting for Prime Minister Stephen Harper with First Nation leadership. Building directly on the historic statement of apology, the endorsement of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as well as the Specific Claims Tribunal and the creation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the First Nation-Crown Gathering creates the opportunity to move the relationship deliberately forward. Page 2 The gift of love, The gift of health, The gift of happiness. May all these be yours at Christmas and in the New Year. From: Neil, Lynn & Zachary Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Kipawa Countryfest MIGIZY GAS HOLIDAY HOURS WINTER HOURS FOR THE RESTAURANT We would like to announce Larry Berrio as headliner for Friday night at the 5th Annual Kipawa Countryfest. Also the following entertainers have been added to the 2012 line-up! Marty Stuart & His Superlatives will be headlining Saturday at the Countryfest. Please watch for more information in the New Year as we complete the line-up! STARTING SUNDAY DECEMBER 4TH, 2011 HOURS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 8:00 am - 9:00 pm 7:00 am - 9:00 pm 7:00 am - 9:00 pm 7:00 am - 9:00 pm 7:00 am - 9:00 pm 7:00 am - 11:00 pm 8:00 am - 11:00 pm The store will still be operating on regularly scheduled hours. Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Saturday August 18, 2012 HOLIDAY HOURS FOR MIGIZY GAS ANNOUNCING ... Larry Berrio Friday August 17, 2012 THERE WILL BE NO GAS ATTENDANT FROM DECEMBER 23RD TO JANUARY 2ND ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ FLY HARD WORKIN’ MEN A Tribute to Dixie Chicks A Tribute to Brooks & Dunn Friday August 17, 2012 Sunday August 19, 2012 December 24th December 25th December 26th December 27th December 28th December 29th December 30th December 31st January 1st 8:00 am - 9:00 pm 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Kitchen Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm 9:00 am - 9:00 pm 9:00 am - 9:00 pm 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Regular Hours Regular Hours 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Kitchen Closed Resuming regular winter hours as of January 2nd, 2012 BUY YOUR WRISTBAND NOW FOR ONLY $45.00 THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR THE MUSIC FANS ON YOUR LIST !! AVAILABLE AT MIGIZY GAS AND THE EVFN BAND OFFICE. Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Merry Christmas to all !! Hope you have a safe and wonderful Holiday Season !! From the Staff at Migizy Gas Page 3 Local First Nation Human Resources Info and Updates Information on Employment Insurance Economic Region 18 (North (North--west of Quebec) Unemployment Rate Stats Can –1996 Unemployment Rate Stats Can –2001 Unemployment Rate Stats Can –2006 Unemployment Rate: October 9th - November 5th, 2011 Min. # of Hours Required Min. # of Weeks Payable 16.9% 21.7% 14.3 8.9 595 23s Unemployment Rate Stats Can –1996 Unemployment Rate Stats Can –2001 Unemployment Rate Stats Can –2006 Unemployment Rate: November 6th - December 3rd, 2011 Min. # of Hours Required Min. # of Weeks Payable 16.9% 21.7% 14.3 9.5 560 25s NOTE: A minimum of 910 hours is the qualifying period may need to qualify; EXAMPLE: If you are in the work force for the first time or if you are re-entering the work force after an absence of two years. If you apply for special benefits, you will need 600 hours of work. It is strongly recommended to check with your local Service Canada Center for the minimum number of hours required to qualify. LFNHR SERVICE REMINDERS YOUTH CENTRE WORKER I am available to file your EI claim application on line, please bring your Record of Employment (R.O.E) to complete it. If you are an active EI client (currently receiving EI benefits) and are experiencing any difficulties with your claim, have questions, or are just looking for general information I am available to assist you, please call, email or drop by the office and I will assist you with your needs and if I cannot I will ensure that the proper telephone calls are placed in order to meet your needs. I am available to help you register with Service Canada (www.servicecanada.qc.ca) as well if you want to access your EI file or any of the other files regarding your pensions etc. that are accessible through Service Canada. If you are interested in working at the Youth Center as a supervisor and you are 15 years old age, visit the Youth Center between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. or you can come to the band office to pick up an application. When completing the application you MUST have a social insurance number. You can visit Service Canada at 107 Shirreff Street in North Bay where you can apply for your social insurance number. Submit your completed application to Roxane McKenzie, receptionist, at the Band Office. I am also available to help with other areas such as SINs, Birth Certificates, C.V.s and cover letters, job searches using the internet. I am here to assist you in your employment and training needs please do not hesitate to contact me for assistance. ASSISTANCE OF ADULT EDUCATION If you are interested in upgrading through adult education in our local vicinity the LFNC must be notified of your intentions and future plans in order to open a file. Without this information there will be no payment of tuition and books. If you have any questions concerning this please contact Glenda Moore at 819-727-1980 or at [email protected]. Glenda Moore Local First Nation Human Resource Manager Phone: 819 819--627 627--1980 Fax: 819 819--627 627--9428 Email Address: [email protected] A message from the Dog Catcher, Rob Joly There is a growing population of cats in the community of Eagle Village and I have been receiving many complaints. I will be on the look out for any stray cats. If you love your cats please take care of them and keep them at home or else you risk losing them. This goes for the dogs as well. If you are having a problem at your place with stray cats call me at 705-499-6603. PUBLIC NOTICE NEW HOURS LOCAL ECOCENTRE GEORGE DUPONT RD. (Old Kipawa Dump) Starting Monday, Nov. 21st, 2011, The Kipawa Ecocentre will be OPEN only on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the winter period. We will continue to monitor the use of the Ecocentre and adjust accordingly next spring. Page 4 Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Employment Opportunity Employment Opportunity EAGLE VILLAGE FIRST NATION JOB OPPORTUNITY EAGLE VILLAGE FIRST NATION JOB OPPORTUNITY SKATING RINK ATTENDANT AND GENERAL LABOUR HOUSING ADMINISTRATOR CONTRACT FULL TIME - PERMANENT Summary: Summary: Under the supervision of the Health Director, and in accordance to the Programs and Policies adopted by the Eagle Village First Nation, the incumbent will ensure that the skating rink facility is maintained and monitored for maximum use and safety throughout the winter months. Under the general direction of the Administration, the Housing Administrator will coordinate all parties, for the development, adoption and planning of housing objectives for the community. Manage the resources, human, material and financial required to implement the programs approved by the Band Council through their policies for the construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of the housing stock on reserve. Inform and advise the Council, Housing Committee and the Community on housing matters, develop and maintain good client relations, collect dues, implement rules and regulations according to the occupancy agreement. Salary: ● ● $11.00 / hr 25 to 35 hrs per week for 10 weeks with possible extension (Depending on weather conditions.) Requirements: ● ● ● ● Salary: Good physical health Good demeanor with youth Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as per schedule that will be developed. Priority will be given to Eagle Village Band Members. Starting Date: ● ● Requirements: ● ● Monday December 19th, 2011 ● Please submit your application in writing, before noon (12:00 pm) on Thursday December 16th, 2011 ● Eagle Village Health Centre c/o: David McLaren 3 Ogima Street Kipawa QC J0Z 2H0 ● Healthy retired individuals welcomed to apply. ● ● ● ● ● ● Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays !! From all the Staff and Children at the Migizy Odenaw Childcare Centre Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 According to the established salary scale. Must be capable of implementing lease agreements and housing policies which includes the collection of rent, mortgage and water and garbage fees. College diploma in Business Administration. Considerable experience may replace formal education requirements. Knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Office and Windows. Solid administration background with good knowledge principals and practices of administration. Significant (minimum 2 years) experience in construction. Knowledge and experience in drafting and construction drawing will be an asset. Selected candidate must be well organized, structured, reliable and service oriented. Good communication skills. Knowledge of our culture and French language would be an asset. Preference will be given to qualified EVFN members. Please submit your Curriculum Vitae, including proof of education and two most recent references before Tuesday December 20th, 2011 at 4:00 pm. Eagle Village First Nation c/o Chief and Council P.O. Box 756 Temiscaming QC J0Z 3R0 Tel: 819-627-3455 Fax: 819-627-9428 Note: Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted and interviewed. Page 5 Eagle Village Police Department As winter is right around the corner, I wish to take this time to remind all snowmobilers, it is important that you follow the rules of the road, you must comply with the regulations as you would if you were driving your truck or car. For safety reasons, you must understand that you are sharing the road with other motorists and some are visitors who are not aware of the privilege that was given to the community members. Therefore, I wish to inform you to keep at your immediate right, as you would drive your personal vehicle in the community or elsewhere. Even though there has not been any recorded accident, there have been numerous complaints received for the illegal driving habits. I doubt we need an accident to occur before we comply with this common rule. The main purpose to drive your snowmobile on the road is due to the lack of snowmobile trails in the community and to facilitate access from your home to the lake, it was not intended to go from door to door. Be careful driving your snowmobile during the freeze up period, respect the speed limit and watch for pedestrians. For some time now, the Police Dept has been receiving numerous noise complaints, Officers gave many warnings but the incidents keep repeating. Therefore, in order to put a stop to this, I urge you to take the time to read the noise by-law as the Patrol Officers have been advised to fine anyone contravening the by-law for repeat offenses. BAND BY-LAW 02 BY-LAW REGULATION CONCERNING NUISANCES AND NOISE IN THE COMMUNITY OF EAGLE VILLAGE AND ENFORCEABLE BY THE EAGLE VILLAGE POLICE. REGULATION #02 WHEREAS THE CHIEF AND Council deems it necessary to adopt a regulation aimed at ensuring peace, order, good government and the general well-being of the residents of Eagle Village; WHEREAS the Chief and Council deems it necessary to adopt a regulation defining what it is to be considered a nuisance and how to eliminate such nuisance by means of fines to those persons causing or allowing such nuisance to persist; WHEREAS the General Assembly has been informed and consulted of the proposed regulation concerning nuisances and noise at a meeting held in the community hall on September 17th, 2001; IT IS THEREFORE moved by Councilor Gail Joly, seconded by Councilor Tony McLaughlin and resolved to adopt the present regulation concerning nuisances and noise in the community of Eagle Village. ARTICLE 1 The preamble is an integral part of this regulation. ARTICLE 2 It is prohibited make, provoke or encourage to make, by whatever means, noise which may disturb the peace and general well-being of the neighborhood. Page 6 ARTICLE 3 It is prohibited to use and operate a lawnmower, a chainsaw, a brush cutter or power tool between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. ARTICLE 4 It is prohibited to cause noise which may disturb the peace, quietness and general well-being of the neighborhood by conducting construction, demolition, maintenance or repairs activities, between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., on a building, vehicle or infrastructures, at the exception of emergency work intended to ensure the protection and security of persons or of property. ARTICLE 5 Inside or outside a building, garage or house, it is prohibited or produces or permits the production of music, entertainment sounds or voices when the sound may be heard outside a radius of 50 meters from the point of transmission or production of the sound. ARTICLE 6 It is prohibited to project a direct light or to permit the projection of a direct light outside a lot from which it is projected if such light is likely to cause a danger to the public or an inconvenience to individuals. ARTICLE 7 It is prohibited to refuse to leave a private area or location when the person is told or summoned to leave by a person who resides in the said area or location, or is the guardian of the area or location, or by a police or public security officer. ARTICLE 8 It is prohibited to anyone, with no reasonable justification, to knock on a door or ring a doorbell or buzzer, to know on windows or other parts of a private property, dwelling or building. ARTICLE 9 Any non-observance of this regulation constitutes a nuisance and is therefore prohibited. ARTICLE 10 The Eagle Village First Nation Council authorizes the Eagle Village Police constables and other duly mandated public security officers to press charges against anyone who contravenes to this regulation, to issue contravention notices for non-observance of any of the provisions of this regulation and therefore to be responsible for its application. ARTICLE 11 Anyone who contravenes to any of the provisions of this regulation commits an infraction and is liable of paying a fine plus the related administrative fees. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS AND PENALTIES ARTICLE 12 1st infraction 2nd infraction 3rd infraction $100.00 $200.00 $300.00 Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 EVPD Cont’d Education Department For each infraction there shall be administration charges of $50.00 payable at the same time as the fine. Aiming Higher Event - November 17th & 18th. 2011 ARTICLE 13 All fines and related administrative charges shall be paid to the Eagle Village First Nation. ARTICLE 14 The Eagle Village First Nation Council may take the appropriate legal actions against an offender who refuses to abide to this regulation, refuses to pay the fine and related charges or to take action to cease or discontinue the nuisance. ARTICLE 15 This present regulation is effective as of September 17th, 2002. Adopted in Eagle Village on the 17th day of the month of September 2002. The Eagle Village Police Department is pleased to announce the addition of a new full time Police Officer to their team. I would like to say Thank You to Nipissing University from all of our Secondary students and myself for the invitation to their Aiming Higher Event. As always Don Burnstick was the highlight of the evening along with Derik Starlight for the entertainment portion of the Conference, both acts were hilarious and had all the students laughing. This was another year of success for the event as well as for the administrators. We had an open discussion about how communities can access the same program, I have requested for the approval to receive the training for the Guiding Circles which is a Leadership Model Program. Should I have the approval for the training, I would be qualified to deliver this leadership model at the school with the secondary students. The overall model of this training will contribute to building a strong sense of cultural and community identity amongst the students and our future. Reminder for Post Secondary Students Mid-term marks are required in order to continue to receive funding. Please send in your mid-termmarks as soon as they are available. Should your mid-term marks not be available please call me and explain or send an email. If you have any other questions please call Jennifer at 1-888-223-3224 or 819-627-9789 or e-mail at [email protected]. Constable Corey Munroe Let me take this time to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and safe New Year from the staff of the Eagle Village Police Department. Georgie McMartin Chief of Police Merry Christmas Wishing you all good health and happiness in the New Year. Niba aiaminaniwin Ni misawenidan kakina mino pimatiziwin ashish minawaziwin oshki pibong From Anicinabe Mikana Joan StSt-Denis, Rod StSt-Denis, Jennifer Paul, Noella Robinson, Madeleine Paul, Virginia McMartin, Genda Moore, Larry Paul Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Page 7 Community Notes and Information RECYCLING AND GARBAGE COLLECTION Your Bin is not a Snowman! The lid of your bin must be clear of snow or ice. Winter Road Conditions and Snow Removal for Eagle Village First Nation The bids were submitted and opened on November 23, 2011 at the Band Office. The results are as follows: Winter Road Conditions - Results Make sure your bin is easily reachable for the automated arm of the collection truck. Rose Jawbone (Keith Duguay) Jason McLaughlin $13,500.00 Place your bin on a flat spot (not on a snow bank). Lawrence D. Robinson $14,000.00 Jason Young $19,000.00 REMINDER Please be advised that to ensure proper snow removal from your driveway, you must move your vehicles when we pass with the plow. It is very difficult to plow around your cars/trucks/snowmobiles etc. $5,000.00 Snow Removal - Results L. Duguay and Son Snowplowing $16,500.00 Rose Jawbone (Keith Duguay) having the lowest bid was given the contract to take care of the roads for Eagle Village First Nation. L. Duguay and Son Snowplowing was the only one to submit a bid for the snow removal of residential and businesses and therefore was given the contract. Both contracts start on November 24, 2011 until April 30, 2012. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the roads or snowplowing please contact me at 819-627-6880. ~ Melvin McKenzie - Public Works ~ Looking forward to providing service to you again this year, L. Duguay and Son Snowplowing 25 Amik Crescent, Eagle Village, Quebec, J0Z 2H0 Robin McKenzie Tel: (819) 627-1918 Page 8 Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Community Notes and Information Tattoo and Piercing Gift Certificate From Northern Custom Tattoo & Piercing - North Bay ( 2 Draws - Each certificate is valued at $270.00 ) Tickets $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00 Draw will take place on December 20th, 2011 Tickets on sale at Migizy Gas, Lake View Store and from Jungo or at Northern Custom in North Bay Proceeds to support Tiana Jalabois in her fight against Cancer Lion’s Club Christmas Basket If you or if you know of someone in need of a Christmas basket, please contact Lisa at the Band Office. Deadline to submit names is Friday December 9th, 2011 before noon. Youth Centre Christmas Draw Win an Apple iPad 2 (16 GB - Valued at $519.00) Tickets $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00 Draw will take place on December 19th, 2011 Tickets on sale at Migizy Gas, Lakeview Store, Band Office and EVFN Youth Centre. Thank you for supporting The Eagle Village Youth Centre Christmas Baskets Will be delivered on Sunday, December 18th Please make sure someone is home at this time as the baskets will be delivered between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Thank you WANTED … Miss Indian World Contestants 29th Annual Gathering of Nations Powwow & Miss Indian World Pageant … Albuquerque, N.M. USA April 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28th, 201 20122 Miss Indian World is truly an ambassador for all Native people and represents Indian Country as she travels around the world. Miss Indian World 2012 will be crowned on April 28th, 2012 (Saturday) at the Gathering of Nations Pow-Wow. For more info … www.gatheringofnations.com Full Time House Cleaner Available If you are looking for help please call Cathy Goulet 819-627-9019 Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 2012 BELL CANADA PHONE BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP AT THE BAND OFFICE Page 9 Community Wishes for the Months of December/January To all my co-workers and community members at Eagle Village First Nation Happy Holidays and best wishes for a Happy New Year !! Roxane McKenzie - EVFN Secretary Wishing all my family and friends A wonderful Christmas and New Year !! From Jennifer Chevrier Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !! Melvin McKenzie Public Works On behalf of the Mental Wellness Department, I would like to wish Everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, may it be filled with joy, happiness and good will to all. Band Councillor / Finance Administrator Virginia McMartin I would like to wish Eagle Village members and their families, a happy and safe holiday and may the new year bring you hope and happiness to all. Glenda Moore LFNHR Manager Thank You to everyone that has helped me out with various activities throughout the year, your help is very much appreciated and needed in making any activity successful. May you all have a Merry Christmas and a healthy, prosperous Happy New Year. I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday this season and a wonderful new year! Gail Jawbone Recreation Jennifer Paul Education Administrator Merry Christmas From Eagle Village Youth Center !! To all my Taxi Drivers and Customers, may you have a wonderful Holiday Season and New Year !! Wishing all Youth and the Community Members a sage and Happy Christmas and New Year !! Diane McKenzie Taxi Tem Inc. Spread Christmas joy with Santa Claus. Fill out a the magical form and Santa will send back a nice personalized video. Visit the Website www.magicsanta.ca The Youth Center will be closed for the Christmas Holidays From December 22, 2011 until January 9th, 2012 See you in the New Year !! Page 10 PLEASE REMEMBER DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE Call a Taxi - 819-627-3331 Holiday Hours: Open 24 hours for December 22-23-24 and 29-30-31 Open from 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. for December 25th-26th-27th-28th and January 1st Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Community Wishes for the Months of December/January Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all our family and friends !! Happy Birthday Billy Mac !! May your holidays be filled with good cheer !! Celebrate in style and enjoy the day !! From Roxane and Billy From Roxane and Billy Happy 21st Birthday Marbles !! (Devon McKenzie) on December 12th Happy 14th Birthday to the Bit !! (Meghan Fleury) Love ya lots Love Uncle Dale, Rhonda and the Girls Mom, Dad, Jamie-Lee and Dylan Happy 11th Birthday to Delyssa !! Happy 12th Birthday to Desiree !! She celebrates her birthday on December 16th !! She celebrates her birthday on January 11th !! Love Dad, Rhonda and Desiree Love Dad, Rhonda and Delyssa Happy Birthday to our Happy Birthday Cliff McKenzie !! Happy Birthday to Harry Down !! Enjoy your day on January 13th !! He celebrates on January 13th!! From: Dale, Rhonda and the Girls Love from Dale, Rhonda and the Girls Kawasikotodj Happy Birthday to our Mom Debbie Miness !! Happy Birthday Debbie !! Wishing you a great day on Dec 26th !! Have a great day !! From Dale and Rhonda Love Desiree and Delyssa Happy Birthday to Billy Mac (Waldo) Have a good day on January 9th !! From: ME (haha) Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Happy Birthday our Uncle Happy Birthday totoBilly Mac Clifford on January 13th !! (Waldo) Have a good day on JanuaryFrom 9th !! Thomas and Agnus From: ME haha Page 11 Community Wishes for the Months of December/January To all my Family & Friends near and far, wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year !! Happy Birthday to our son Bryan who will be turning 19 on December 9th !! Many More !! Love Mom & Dad Gail Jawbone Happy 21st Birthday Jimmy Happy 11th Birthday Delyssa May all your wishes and dream come true !! Love you lots, Mom XOXO Wishing you a fun-filled day on December 16th !! Love Uncle Norman & Auntie Mary Happy 21st Birthday to DVO Happy Birthday Debbie Miness He will be celebrating his birthday on December 12th !! Wishing you an extra special day !! Your Pal … Gail Love from Mom, Dad & Buttons Happy 14th Birthday Meghan on December 9th !! Happy 12th Birthday Desiree Wishing you an awesome day !! Wishing you a fun-filled day on January 11th !! Love Tina Love Uncle Norman & Auntie Mary Happy 21st Birthday Devo !! Happy Birthday to our Grandson Noah !! Hope you have a great birthday !! Hope you have an extra special day on December 6th !! From your friend Jimmy Jr Love Nana and Poppa Wishing everyone from Eagle Village, family and friends from far and wide a very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous Holiday Season and a Happy New Year !! From Jimmy Jr Page 12 Sending my love, prayers and thoughts to my Sister, Tiana and the Jalabois Family Love from Jimmy Jr Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Community Wishes for the Months of December/January Happy Birthday Wishes to Noah !! Hope you have an awesome 13th Birthday on December 6th !! Happy “5?” Birthday to Doris Hunter on January 2nd !! Birthday Wishes from Gail Love from Mom & Jungo Happy Birthday Devon !! Wishing our little brother Noah a very Happy 13th Birthday on December 6th !! December 12th Love Auntie France, Uncle Clifford Jordon & Mat Love from you brothers … Stephen and Adam Happy Birthday Delyssa !! Happy Birthday Desiree !! December 16th January 11th Birthday Wishes from France, Clifford & Jordon Birthday Wishes from France, Clifford & Jordon Happy Birthday Dad (Clifford McKenzie) Wishing you an extra special day on January 13th !! Love you … Jordon & Mat Happy Birthday to Uncle Regis who will be turning 95 on January 21st !! Birthday wishes from Scott & Marlyn, Myles & Karen C. and Roberta Happy Birthday 95th Birthday Grampa Regis Happy Birthday Uncle Regis Enjoy your special day on January 21st !! Wishing you an extra special day when you turn 95 years young on January 21st !! Love Doreen, Shannon, Steven and Family Love from Tweets and Family Happy Birthday Meghan Fleury “Ma Grande” Happy Birthday to my son, Billy McKenzie !! She celebrates her birthday on December 9th Who celebrates his birthday on January 9th !! Bunch of hugs Mémère and Pépère J.P. Lots of Love Mom and J.P. Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Page 13 Community Wishes for the Months of December/January Wishing you a great day !! Congratulations to proud parents, Jasmine McKenzie and Jeremyah Berry and big brother, Nathaniel as they welcome the newest addition to their family !! Love from Jasmine, Nathaniel and Raina Born November 17th, 2011 Weighing 7 lbs 14 oz Happy Birthday to Jeremyah on January 12th !! Raina Maddie Berry Happy to little Arlene on December 3rd!! Happy 15th Birthday Tristan Hope you have great day and may it last the whole year !! Love Uncle Laurier and Auntie Jenn Love Glenda & Victor Happy Birthday to Gregory on January 12th !! Happy Birthday to our brother, Tristan who will be celebrating his birthday on January 29th !! Let the snow fly in the mountains !! Love Brody, Gage, Kieran and Tori Luv Glenda & Victor Wishing Steven Crawford a very Happy Birthday on December 24th !! Happy Birthday to Michael who will be celebrating his big day on January 14th !! Love from Aunty Jen, Uncle Keith, Jonah & Gabrielle Luv Glenda & Victor Happy “11th” Birthday Delyssa Happy Birthday Marvin Wishing you an extra special day on December 16th !! Have a great birthday on December 26th !! Love from Mom & Desiree From Jen Paul Page 14 Happy “12th” Birthday Desiree Happy Birthday to my dear friend Irene Robinson Wishing you an extra special day on January 11th !! Enjoy your special day on December 11th !! Love from Mom & Delyssa From Jen, Jonah & Gabrielle Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Community Wishes for the Months of December/January Happy Birthday Auntie Madeleine !! Happy Birthday Steven !! Hope it’s a good one on December 6th !! Hope you have an extra special day on December 24th From Jonah, Gabrielle, Jen and Keith Love .. Dad & Jessica St. Williams Mission Happy 13th Birthday to Zachary Pariseau on January 25 !! Thank You to everyone who supported our Christmas Bake Sale and Turkey Bingo, You helped make it a great success. Love Mom and Dad. Many Thanks and Happy Holidays We want to wish our family a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year … May health, happiness and good times greet you each day of the New Year !! Congratulations to Trysta Young who won first overall for Public Speaking at G Theberge School. Her speech was about Teen Suicide. Love from: Vicky, Jason, Trent & Evin XO She represented her school in Rouyn on December 2nd, 2011. Wishing all our Family & Friends a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !! Happy 21st Birthday Jimmy !! Have a super “Monster” day !! Happy Anniversary to Ronnie & Tina on December 31st !! Love from your Sister, Tiddalow & Bro-in-Law Jay XO Happy Birthday Uncle Jimmy !! From Robbie, Jackie, Kendra & Trysta Happy Birthday Wishes to Arlene on December 3rd and Lance on December 24th !! Love you !! From your nephews, Trent & Evin XO Love from Mom & Wallace Happy Birthday to our cousin, Doris Hunter, who will be celebrating on January 2nd !! Have a super day !! Wishing all our family and friends a very Merry Christmas and Health and Happiness in the New Year !! From Vicky, Jason, Trent & Evin XO From Marion & Wallace Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Page 15 An Update from the Health Director/Councillor December 2011 Newsletter Files worked on as Councillor: ▪ ▪ ▪ H.R. Policy and Staffing Waste Water Treatment Plant Recycling Winter Snow Removal Cooperation In order to allow us to efficiently remove any accumulation of snow in our streets, we are asking you, our members, for your cooperation. In the event of snowy conditions, please: ▪ Put out your garbage/recycling bins out the morning of the collection so our roads will not be narrowed by our plough dodging bins in the streets early in the morning. ▪ Retrieve your bins as soon as possible after pick up so repeat plough passes will not be hindered. ▪ Make sure that no objects (trailers, boats, vehicles etc...) are next to the road causing road width restrictions from snow accumulations. Please keep your possessions in your yard. We thank you for your collaboration! As Health Director: across this country with populations ranging from 50 to 14000 members. Communities need the flexibility to create programs, participate in more social determinants of health while respecting their fiscal responsibility. It is without a doubt that I would like more First Nation’s representation around our table, but I do understand that it is not always a feasible scenario not to mention, the political challenges involved in regional grassroots level representation. Medical Transportation Coordinator, Priscillia Durocher and I participated in a NIHB Working Group that was mandated to address the results of a regional scan and participate in the development of a Decisional Tree pertaining to the Medical Transportation Framework. Training will ensue this winter from our evaluation and discussions so that all the Quebec Region will be in sync with the framework. We have plans to distribute to all households, a pamphlet containing this decisional diagram and perhaps even posted on our website. Finally, I participated as a Board Member at the initial FNHMA (First Nation Health Manager Association) held this past month in Winnipeg. Once settled from a rocky flight, I was able to network with my peers from all the other regions. Stories of success and of challenges were exchanged and solution pathways were explored. I brought back with me several great initiatives that deal with diabetes which I will share with our Program Workers. Keith Leclair from Kanawake, Doris Bear from Manitoba and Donna Metallic form Listigu were the first 3 recipients of the CAHM (Certified Aboriginal Health Manager) professional designation. I’m hoping that I will be able receive this level of certification before next year’s annual meeting. Please go to the www.fnhma.ca for more information on this association. I want to extend my congratulations to all our members who were successful in bagging their moose this fall. I may also have a few extra beaver carcasses this winter so if you are interested, please let me know. November continued to be a very busy month for Meetings and Working Group Sessions. After spending a rejuvenating week out on the trap line with my son and nephew, I attended a Health Forum hosted by our very own Assembly of First Nations. Key messages from this gathering consisted in the reaffirmation of our own ownership towards our health and that of a shared responsibility for a healthy community amongst all levels of government including at our local level. Words of wisdom also shared at this forum described the resilience of First Nations People who have had to overcome the effects of colonialism, residential schools which contributed to our loss of identity, culture and our language. Another important message retained, is that we should begin to focus on a longer timeframe for our health and community planning. Aboriginal groups from Australia have found it to be more realistic and attainable to use a 30 year plan rather than focussing only on five year increments. From a data collection perspective, it does make some sense to try to effect generational change as opposed to attempting to validate quinquennial (5 year) efforts. Accompanied by a half dozen of other First Nations, I participated in the CDCB (Community Development & Capacity building) Working Group from the National level. Being part of a group that grounds our policy makers of what really occurs at the community level is an important part of my advocating duties as a First Nations Health Manager. Health Canada understands their limitations and challenges with programs and policies that may not respond to all 600 plus First Nation communities Page 16 From all our Staff here at the Health Center, we want to extend to you and your family our best wishes for the upcoming Holiday Season and may the New Year bless you with health, prosperity and community unity. David McLaren Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Job Opportunity Medical Transportation EAGLE VILLAGE FIRST NATION HEALTH CENTER MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION CLAIMS 52 Weeks Term Employment Special Leave Replacement Addictions Worker Under the supervision of the Director - Health and Social Services the incumbent, in conjunction with the other health professionals, acts as the main resource person to promote the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse in the community; to provide education on the danger and problems associated to alcohol and drug dependency; to establish and maintain liaison contact with health professionals, law enforcement, referral agencies, community leaders; to make referrals to treatment centers and provide a continuing support system during post-treatment phase; and to provide support to family members. Salary: ▪ In accordance to EVFN salary scale Requirements: ▪ Must be a registered member of the Eagle Village First Nation. ▪ Good understanding and appreciation of the Eagle Village community needs and social-cultural developmental issues. ▪ University Degree or College Diploma in Human Sciences. Extensive experience may replace formal education requirements. ▪ Experience in a group animation and counseling. ▪ Selected candidate must be a good listener and possess a high degree of confidentiality and discretion. ▪ Good communication skills in English. ▪ Knowledge of the Algonquin language and culture will be an asset. Please submit your application in writing, specifying your education, experience and skills, before 12:00 pm on Friday December 16th, 2011 to: Eagle Village First Nation Health Centre c/o: Director of Health and Social Services 3 Ogima Street Kipawa QC J0Z 3R0 Tel:(819) 627-9060 Fax: (819) 627-1885 Email: [email protected] P.S. There will be a pre-selection process and only the pre-selected candidates will be contacted and interviewed. Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 All Medical Transportation Claims (Mileage Claims) must be submitted for reimbursement by Tuesday December 20th, 2011 before 12:00 pm if you would like to have your cheque before the holidays. Cheques can be picked up at the Health Centre … Wednesday December 21st, 2011 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 12:45 pm - 4:30 pm Thursday December 22nd, 2011 8:00 am - 12:00 pm The office closes at noon for the holidays. MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DURING THE HOLIDAYS If you require Medical Transportation Services during the holidays ... December 23rd, 2011 to January 8th, 2012 you will need to call Taxi Tem 819-627-3331 to make arrangements unless arrangements have been made before then. Please note that there will be “No Prescription Pick-Ups” during the holidays. Taxi Tem drivers have been advised that they are not to pick up prescriptions for Band Members unless the person is willing to pay the fare. It is important to make the necessary arrangements for your medications. The last day for prescription pick-ups before the holidays is Thursday December 22st, 2011. The Health Centre will continue to provide this service in the new year, on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting January 10th, 2012. Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!! Priscillia Durocher Medical Transportation Coordinator Page 17 Sports and Mentorship In last month’s newsletter, I asked everyone to call in if they were interested in Zumba and I had a very good response with lots of people who put their name in. So, I would just like to say we will be starting Zumba, immediately. There will be classes every Tuesday in December till the 22nd starting at 7:30pm at the Dome. In the New Year, we will be starting Zumba on January 15 th every Sunday and Tuesday at 7:30 pm at the Dome. This event is free and all I ask is for everyone to bring some appropriate sneakers and clothing. If there are people who would like some outdoor work done such as shoveling, help taking down decorations, etc. Please call the Health Center as we may have someone available to do so in the New Year. Just call and let me know the type of you work you need and I will try to arrange something for you. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please just contact me at the Health Centre (819) 627-9060. I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year and Merry Christmas. Mitchell McMartin Sports and Mentorship Coordinator HIV - AIDS Aboriginal people continue to be over-represented among the victims of the HIV/Aids epidemic in Canada. In 2008, among Aboriginal Canadians, the estimated proportion of new cases of HIV infection among injection drug users (66%) was much higher than among the Canadian general population (17%). HIV/Aids has a considerable impact on Aboriginal women in particular. Over the course of the period of 1998-2008, women represented 48.8% of all people having obtained a positive result to an HIV screening test among Aboriginal people, compared to 20.6% of the woman among other ethnicities. HIV tends to be diagnosed at a younger age among Aboriginal people than among members of other ethnicities. Between 1998 and the end of 2008, nearly one-third (32.6%) of Aboriginals having obtained a positive result to an HIV test were youth between the ages of 15 to 29 years, compared to 20.5% among those of other ethnicities. Page 18 Holidays and Grief Workshop The holidays are fast approaching, some people may be out shopping, decorating, baking etc. However some may be feeling a sense of loss because a family member is no longer with them. This time of year can be very difficult and confusing for some, therefore we are offering this workshop to help people better understand and cope with grief, come join us with guest speaker Susan Kavanagh Where: Eagle Village Health Centre When: Monday December 12th, 2011 Time: 7:00 pm Refreshments will be served. Please do not hesitate to contact Virginia or Melanie at 819-627-9060 for more information. Upcoming Activities for High School Students Frontline Social Services is happy to announce that I have teamed up with Mitchell McMartin, Sports and Leisure Coordinator, to offer monthly activities to the High School Students in the community. We had a pizza supper on November 23th where the teens brainstormed ideas and voted on what activity they would like to do first. Our first activity will be held on Friday, February 3rd, 2012 since there is no school. Weather permitting; we will be going ice fishing. We will be meeting at the Health Center at 10:30 am and returning at 4:00 pm. A lunch will be served for all the teens attending the activity. The teens are asked to register before January 31st by calling Mitchell McMartin or Melanie Plouffe (6279060). We also welcome anyone who would like to volunteer to contact us as well. I would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season filled with love and joy! Melanie Plouffe, Frontline Social Services Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Centre Jeunesse How Becoming a Foster Family Has Changed Our Lives Medicine Cabinet Clean Up Contest When we first became foster parents, we had no idea what we were committing to. What got us interested in the beginning was the thought of being somewhat useful for the children who were living difficult situations, no matter what their age. We some personal knowledge on different types of abuse and negligence; we thought we could offer a different view on life, even if it could help them just a little it would be worth it. We had a lot of love to give, but we also learned that Love is not everything; loving does not mean giving everything. Part of raising a child, is helping them acquire healthy life habits, physical, moral and behavioral, and we discovered that this was a lot of work. We often felt like giving up, having more freedom and have our weekends. What motivated us to continue was the conviction of having in front of us and with us a person and not an object that we could throw away when we felt like it. Today, some of the kids that were placed in our home years ago stop by the house for whatever reason and this always makes us happy. One of them stops by every year, she introduced us to her 2 children, she comes with her spouse or a friend, and says “come and see my old room” and also says “I wish I could live here again”. Another child that was under our care for being violent and to whom I’ve said “eat natural peanut butter it makes you more intelligent” and at the time of the boy’s departure, I gave him a big jar of peanut butter and told him “use more your head than your arms. Suddenly, 3 years after, he stops by the house asking, <do you have a jar of peanut butter for me?> I rushed to give him one. What will he do with it? It is not important, what is important is the gesture and that he took the time to stop by. This is what rewards us. We could give way more examples. I want to mention that at the beginning we thought of doing this to help others, but over time we discovered that these kids were the ones who helped us discover ourselves and understand other aspects of life, theirs and ours. We realize that we would have missed out on a lot of things in our life had we not became a foster family. Anonymous Foster Family for the Centre Jeunesse. For questions on how to become a foster parent, call Francine Chevrier, Resource worker for the Centre Jeunesse at 819-629-2676 ext 229 Eagle Village Youth singing on the Annual Lions Christmas Telethon. They donated $521.83 which they raised going door-to-door carolling. You clean out your refrigerator and your closet, so why not your medicine cabinet? Bring your expired medication to the Health Center and become eligible to win a prize. This includes any prescription drugs or over the counter medication that you may. (pills, cough syrup, cold remedies, blister packs) For each bottle of medication brought in for disposal you will get a ballot giving you a chance to win a $100.00 Gift Certificate at the Northgate Mall. All medications need to be dropped off before 12:00 pm on Wednesday December 21st, 2011 to be eligible for the draw. Please give your medications to our nurse, Bonnie Down. Cleaning out your medicine cabinets should be done yearly. Over time medicines, both prescribed and over-the-counter can accumulate in homes and pose a risk to the health and safety of family members. Some of these medicines may be long past their expiry dates and are no longer safe. Safe disposal of these medicines is essential. Everyone is encouraged to gather up all their medications (prescription, over-the-counter and herbal remedies) and then take them to the Health Centre for review and safe disposal. Due to safety and environmental concerns medications should not be discarded in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. You can drop them off to a nurse at any time during business hours. If you need help cleaning out your medicine cabinet or if you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the Health Centre for help. Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Page 19 The NNADAP Corner NNADAP Update and Information National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAAW) is an annual event which takes place during the 3rd week of November. Although participation was lacking this year compared to previous years, there were a handful of people in our community who did see the importance of addictions awareness week. They showed their support by participating in one or all of the scheduled events. Adult Dinner & Bowling Night in North Bay On behalf of NNADAP I would like to say a special thanks to those of you who came to check things out! Information displays at the Health Centre Trent making dream catcher and bracelet with Cathy Constant Important Announcement I (Vicky Constant) would like to inform the community that after the Christmas holidays, I will be taking a ‘Leave Of Absence’ for the length of one year to further my studies. Holidays I will be on 2 wks holidays starting Monday December 12th, 2011. Visit with the “Laughing Loons” at the Migizy Odenaw Childcare Centre Page 20 On behalf of NNADAP; may the holidays refresh your spirit and bring you new inspiration and happiness Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 The NNADAP Corner Alcohol-Related Traffic Deaths Jump on New Year's Eve Even When Drinking Stops ... Alcohol's Effects Do Not Some New Year's predictions are, tragically, very reliable. For example, more people are likely to die in alcohol-related traffic crashes on New Year's Eve than on other mid-week winter evenings. Sobering Up … Myths and Facts Just look at the numbers. A recent analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration statistics shows that, by the time our country finished ringing in the year 2008 (the latest year for which data are available), 59 people had died in alcohol-related traffic crashes in the 12hour span between 6:00 p.m. on New Year's Eve and 5:59 a.m. the next morning. Two weeks later, on the same night of the week, the death toll dropped to 13. Myths Persist Myth: You can drive as long as you are not slurring words or acting erratically. Fact: The coordination needed for driving is compromised long before the signs of intoxication are visible. Plus, the sedative effects of alcohol increase the risk of nodding off or losing attention behind the wheel. Myth: Drink coffee. Caffeine will sober you up. Fact: Caffeine may help with drowsiness, but not with the effect of alcohol on decision-making or coordination. The body needs time to metabolize (break down) alcohol and then return to normal. There are no quick cures—only time will help. During a night of drinking, it's also easy to misjudge alcohol's lasting effects. Many revelers believe that they can drive safely once they have stopped drinking and had a cup of coffee. The truth is that alcohol continues to affect the brain and body long after the last drink has been downed. Even after someone stops drinking, alcohol in the stomach and intestine continues to enter the bloodstream, impairing, judgment and coordination for hours Driving home late at night is especially hazardous because natural drowsiness is magnified by the depressant action of alcohol. Driving abilities may even be impaired the next day, when any alcohol remaining in the system--or the headache and disorientation associated with hangovers--contributes to feelings of sluggishness, even though the person no longer feels drunk. Even though many of us are aware of these troubling statistics, myths about drinking and driving persist--myths that, for some, can prove fatal. Scientific studies supported by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) provide important information that challenges these widespread, yet incorrect, beliefs about how quickly alcohol affects the body and how long these effects can last. Alcohol's Effects Begin Quickly Holiday revelers may not recognize that critical driving-related skills and decision-making abilities are diminished long before they show physical signs of intoxication. Initially, alcohol acts as a stimulant and if you drink you may temporarily feel upbeat and excited. But don't be fooled. Inhibitions and judgment are soon affected, leading to reckless decisions behind the wheel. As more alcohol is consumed, reaction time suffers and behavior becomes poorly controlled and sometimes aggressive--further compromising driving abilities. Continued drinking can lead to the slurred speech and loss of balance that we typically associate with being drunk. At higher levels, alcohol acts as a depressant, which causes people to become sleepy and sometimes pass out. Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 Before You Celebrate--Plan Ahead Of course, we don't intend to harm anyone when we get behind the wheel during the holiday season. Yet traffic fatalities persist and myths about drinking live on--even though scientific studies have documented how alcohol affects the brain and body. Because individuals are so different, it is difficult to give specific advice about drinking. But certain facts are clear--there's no way to speed up the brain's recovery from alcohol and no way to make good decisions when you are drinking too much, too fast. So this holiday season, New Year’s Eve do not underestimate the effects of alcohol. Don’t believe you can beat them. If you drink, pace yourself. Know what constitutes a standard drink and have no more than one per hour. Have “drink spacers”—make every other drink a nonalcoholic one. And considering the consequences of an arrest or a potentially fatal crash make plans to get home safely. Remember that a designated driver is someone who hasn't had any alcohol, not simply the person in your group who drank the least. Have a safe holiday season! For more information on celebrating your holidays safely and tips for cutting back, visit: http://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov (Source) Page 21 Canadian Lung Association … Sleep Apnea What is sleep apnea? What can make a person’s airway collapse during sleep? Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious breathing problem that interrupts your sleep. There are a few reasons why a person’s airway can partly or completely collapse during sleep: ▪ your throat muscles are too relaxed to hold your airway open Obstructive sleep apnea means you have short pauses in your breathing when you sleep. These breathing pauses – called apneas or apnea events – last for 10 to 30 seconds, maybe longer. People with obstructive sleep apnea can stop breathing dozens or hundreds of times each night. Obstructive sleep apnea (also called OSA or obstructive sleep apneahypopnea syndrome) stops you from having the restful sleep you need to stay healthy. If it’s not treated, sleep apnea can lead to major health problems, accidents, and early death. Thankfully, there are excellent treatments for obstructive sleep apnea. How obstructive sleep apnea affects your breathing Obstructive sleep apnea stops you from breathing normally at night. If you have obstructive sleep apnea, you probably repeat this cycle while you sleep: ▪ your tongue blocks your airway ▪ fatty tissue blocks your airway ▪ you have a narrow airway. Other types of sleep apnea The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). There are two other types of sleep apnea: central sleep apnea, and sleep-hypoventiation syndrome. Who's most at risk for obstructive sleep apnea? Anyone of any age can get obstructive sleep apnea. Your risk is higher if you have a combination of these risk factors: ▪ You’re obese (very overweight). First, you may sleep quietly and breathe normally. The air in your airway (breathing tube) flows easily to your lungs. ▪ You have a large, thick neck (larger than 17 inches for men; larger than 16 inches for women). ▪ Your family has a history of obstructive sleep apnea. ▪ You’re male. Then, you begin to snore loudly. This is a sign that your airway is partly blocked. A partly blocked airway means less air can get through to your lungs, and your oxygen level drops. (When doctors see this kind of drop in oxygen level in a sleep test, they call it a hypopnea.) ▪ You’re older than 40. ▪ You have large tonsils. ▪ You have a recessed chin (your chin tucks in). Next, your airway closes off completely. No air reaches your lungs. Your brain is telling you to breathe as usual, but you can’t take in a breath because your airway has closed off. This is called apnea. After a pause of 10-30 seconds or more, your brain realizes you haven’t been breathing, so it jolts you awake enough for you to take a breath. You take in a big gasp of air and start breathing again. This cycle can continue through the night: you breathe quietly; you snore; you have a pause in your breathing; you gasp for breath; and you start breathing again. Most people have dozens or hundreds of sleep apnea events a night. This means dozens or hundreds of interruptions of sleep. You can’t get the restful sleep you need to be healthy. The combination of both apnea events (pauses in breathing) and hyponea events (partly blocked breathing) is called obstructive sleep apnea-hyponea syndrome (OSAHS). Page 22 Children are at higher risk of sleep apnea if they have large adenoids and tonsils. Tonsils and adenoids are tissues in the back of the throat. You can see tonsils by looking into the mouth. You can’t see adenoids – they are higher up in the throat. Drivers & Shift Workers If you are a shift worker, night worker, or driver, you should be especially aware of the risks of sleep apnea. If your sleep patterns change often, or if you sleep in the day and work at night, you are at higher risk for sleep apnea. People who work in shifts are more than twice as likely to get sleep apnea as 9to-5 workers. If you work shifts or nights, learn the signs and symptoms of sleep apnea. If you think you might have sleep apnea, see your doctor. Being sleepy on the job can be dangerous. People with untreated sleep apnea have a seven times more risk of traffic or work-related accidents because of daytime sleepiness. People with untreated sleep apnea are at higher risk of motor vehicle collisions (car crashes). If you have sleep apnea, your risk of a car crash is seven times higher than normal. Pidji P ibon Kizis / December 2011 Diabetes and the Christmas Holidays Christmas brings seasonal joy and the comfort of the family. With a wealth of food available though, it can also be a trying time. Keeping discipline to control sugar levels and portions can be particularly difficult. So for those of us for who willpower doesn’t come too easily, here are our tips for enjoying sensible eating at Christmas. Commit yourself to a food plan … It’s very easy to get carried away by what’s on the table. To reduce the chance of this happening plan how much you intend to eat and make a point of sticking to it. If you’re not cooking, find out what will be served in advance. It’s best to make this plan at a time when you’re not hungry as hunger can distort your judgement. Don’t forget to factor in that alcohol contains high calorie content and also causes sugar levels to fluctuate. Plan how much or whether you will drink and stick to this too. Avoid feeling hungry for too long … It’s a well drilled family that gets the Christmas meal to the table on time. If the meal is taking longer to prepare, it can lead to an unusually long period of hunger and anticipation. One way to avoid being so ravenous is to break the delay. Protein and/or non-starchy vegetable based pre-meal snacks are a good choice as they are filling and slowly broken down. Have a glass of water before eating … Having a glass of water before you start your meal is an easy and effective way of reducing your food intake; it makes you feel full earlier on, thus reducing your appetite. Base your meal on non-starchy vegetables … Vegetables are the staple of sensible eating. Make sure that vegetables account for a good 50 percent of your plate. Eat gradually … Eating with the family is a nice occasion but if you’re a fast eater, it can make things more difficult. If others are still eating, you may be tempted to have another helping. Eating slowly will help and will also allow you to savour and better enjoy the food you’re eating. Don’t feel guilty about turning offers down … Any food you eat is going to end up in your blood stream and on your body so don’t feel shy about turning food down. Feeling stuffed can be quite unpleasant by itself and it’s also worth bearing in mind that the body’s natural reaction to having to digest a particularly large meal is to release extra sugar into the bloodstream. After and between meals put foods away or under cover … Remember the classic joke about a ‘sea food’ diet – “I see food and I eat it”? Food left out and exposed grabs the eye, therefore grabbing the attention of the mind and this can all too easily lead to ‘small’ indulgences. Walk away from the craving … If temptation is proving a taxing task and hard to avoid, it can help to literally walk away from the craving. A 20 minute walk in the crisp air should be enough to increase endorphins and serotonin which can help to overcome cravings. Test your blood where possible … If you self test, commit yourself to testing your blood sugar more regularly, over the Christmas period, to catch those blood sugar fluctuations early. Pidji P ibon K izis / December 2011 CHOCOLATE TOFFEE BARS INGREDIENTS Crust: 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (125 ml) SPLENDA® Brand Brown Sugar Blend, firmly packed 1 egg yolk 1 cup (250 ml) all all--purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt Toffee: 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup (250 ml) SPLENDA® Brand Brown Sugar Blend, firmly packed 1/2 cup (125 ml) light corn syrup 1/2 cup (125 ml) evaporated milk 1 1/2 tsp (7 ml) teaspoons vanilla extract Topping: 3 (1 ounce) (84 g) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped 2 tablespoons (30 ml) SPLENDA® Brand Brown Sugar Blend 1 cup (250 ml) chopped pecans, toasted DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan with vegetable cooking spray. Crust Directions: Beat 1/4 cup butter and 1/2 cup SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend at medium speed with an electric mixer until blended. Add egg yolk beating until blended. Add flour and salt; beat on low speed until blended. Press mixture into bottom of prepared pan. Bake crust 12 to 14 minutes or until golden. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Toffee Directions: Combine 1/4 cup butter, SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend, corn syrup, evaporated milk and vanilla in medium saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend dissolves. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat and cook until candy thermometer reaches or 265 degrees (about 10 minutes). Pour mixture over crust and spread evenly. Bake 10 additional minutes. Cool 5 minutes on a wire rack. Topping Directions: Combine chocolate squares and SPLENDA® Brown Sugar Blend in top of a double boiler; bring water to a boil. Cook until chocolate melts and mixture is blended. Drizzle over toffee. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Cool completely on wire rack. When chocolate is firm, cut into bars or diamond shapes. Store in an airtight container. Page 23 Eagle Village First Nation Community Calendars Sun Sunday day Mon Monday day Tue Tuesday sday Wed Wednesday nesday Thu Thursday rsday 1 December 2011 Fri Friday day 2 MINI MONSTER BINGO Dr. Brock is at the Health Centre today. Sat Saturday urday 3 Rodney is in Montreal at a Workshop. (Nov. 29th - Dec. 2nd) RECYCLE PICK UP 4 5 6 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA (By invitation only) 11 12 HOLIDAYS Vicky Constant 18 7 Jen C. is in Quebec is for a Meeting. (Dec. 6th - 8th) 13 19 15 Roxane, Patty, Melvin, Jen P and Priscillia in Val d’Or for Training (Dec. 13th - 15th) 20 9 10 Glenda is in North Bay for Committee Training (Dec. 8th & 9th) 14 Dr. Zivkovic is at the Health Centre today. 8 21 ELDER’S CHRISTAMS SUPPER (By invitation only) 16 17 23 24 Dr. Gurekas is at the Health Centre today. RECYCLE PICK UP 22 HOLIDAYS Vicky Constant Glenda Moore The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. CHRISTMAS EVE GARBAGE PICK UP 25 CHRISTMAS 26 27 28 29 30 31 The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. NEW YEAR’S EVE Fri Friday day Sat Saturday urday RECYCLE PICK UP Sun Sunday day 1 NEW YEAR’S DAY Mon Monday day Tue Tuesday sday Wed Wednesday nesday Thu Thursday rsday 2 3 4 5 6 The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. The Band Office and Health Centre are closed for the Holidays. 7 TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT GARBAGE PICK UP 8 9 10 11 12 13 . 14 RECYCLE PICK UP 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 27 28 BAND MEETING 6:30 PM COMMUNITY HALL GARBAGE PICK UP 22 23 24 Dr. Zivkovic is at the Health Centre today. 25 26 Dr. Gurekas is at the Health Centre today. RECYCLE PICK UP 29 30 31 January 2012