Spring 2012 Sagamok Newsletter

THE
SAGAMOK
ANISHNAWBEK
NEWS
Spring 2012
Published Monthly By
Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation
Photo credit: Brita Brooks
Anishnaabemowin-Teg conference recognizes
local talent. Pg. 10
What to expect from ban on Oxycotins
Page 10
Photo credit: Brita Brooks
INSIDE
Naabdin& Zaabagaa Giizis:
Chief’s Desk: Page 3
Employment Trends: “Careers in Tourism on rise” page 13
Community Column:“Your news, your voice”: pages 3-6
Smelts: little fish with the big impact
Page 12
Language classes:“ Updated schedule”: page 4
Colour Photos: page 8, 9&16
Lands, Resources and Infrastructure: “BEAR ALERT”: page 6
Chuckle: Chevaun Toulouse Yeti tracker!: Page 12
Young Warriors Youth Council: Now in Session: page 6
Read the Sagamok Anishnawbek News ONLINE! Only at: www.sagamok.ca
Health and Wellness: To the top! McBean
mountain!
Page 14
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You may know the face but haven't been able to put a to it. Mr. Colin Granby, a
grade 3 teacher at Biidaaban Kinoomaagegamik. Is active both in the classroom
and out, when not teaching the essential education he is frequently volunteering
as a sports coach for Sagamok’s youth. In his method and conduct Colin is an
all around professional and makes an exceptional role model for our youth. Recognition is well deserved for those in the field of education, Chi-Meegwetch to
Colin Granby for his dedication and positive example.
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For all those involved in last nite’s accident..
"Loving God, thank you for being with all those
involved, including on site aids, such as paramedics, firemen and others. Hold all close in Your loving embrace now as You did then. Free them from
anxiety, and help them to move forward and heal
in body, mind, and spirit. Bless all and those who
care for each other as they journey together on the
path to healing and wholeness, now and always.
Amen."
Cynthia Solomon
P0P 1P0
Corrections
Where to begin? Misspelled Wilhemina Bennett’s name multiple times PAGE 4.
Language schedule on page 12, should have read “April to June”, not “January to
March”.
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Chief’s Desk
I am very pleased to announce that Sagamok and Vale will have an
official signing ceremony on June 22nd in Sagamok to endorse the Sagamok
Vale Impact and Benefits Agreement (IBA) with respect to the Totten Mine
Project. The signing will mark the end of more than six (6) years of negotiations and discussions which began when the company was known as INCO.
Since then INCO was purchased by a Brazilian based company. The agreement contains opportunities around employment, contracting and environmental management and monitoring, I am very hopeful for the future our
young people. Many meetings were held in the community to seek feedback
and opinions on the status of the IBA and much discussion took place. On
January 6th a community forum was held to review the contents of the IBA. At
that meeting the community members present supported the agreement. The
next phase of work will begin immediately which is implementation. Efforts
will be undertaken to complete a business plan that will describe how we will
create an ore haul business. This opportunity alone will provide up to twenty
(20) full time positions. We will also need to development a training strategy
or plan. This plan will describe what kind of training Sagamok members will
need to have an opportunity to work at Totten Mine. There will be another
opportunity to review the IBA at the Community Forum on June 21st.
and potential uses. We expect the building will have many uses beyond a
building to be used for wake and funeral services. The Council understands
the challenges of offering youth activities in the Fort area and we expect the
hall will be very useful in offering activities at the hall for the children in the
community. In the construction phase, we will be utilizing interlock structural
panels. Using the new building technology will provide a rapid construction
process, superior energy efficiency and training opportunities for community
members.
We are in discussions to acquire Ritchie Falls Resort. If we are successful, this
will be the first time Sagamok has acquired real estate and a business. We are
very excited about the prospects of Sagamok owning a resort. The opportunities would be very beneficial to our community. As discussions and negotiations are moving forward so is the development of a business plan. The business plan will describe how the resort will be managed and operated and it will
describe community uses such as; children’s summer camp, Anishnabemowin
language camp, conference centre. The plan will also describe how we will attract new clients to the resort and training programs for community members
to work in guiding and tourism.
We have been very busy since the last time I contributed to our newsletter.
The fiscal year ended on March 31st and new fiscal year began on April 1st.
The Council did approve new budgets and work plans for the upcoming year.
I will high light some of the new and continuing projects and initiatives that
will be implemented this year.
In the fall of 2011, work began to create relationships and partnerships with
Chinese businesses. We started connecting with the Chinese Embassy in Ottawa and the subsequent invitation to Minister Jiang, the minister responsible
for the economy and commerce to attend our Fall Gathering. The objective
was to seek Minister Jiang’s support for Sagamok to undertake business partnerships with companies based in China. It also provided a setting to introYou will see the Language Strategy continue and move into the second year of duce Sagamok culture and traditions to the Chinese. The AFN Trade Mission
delivering language programming in the community. The strategy will conto China was attended by Sagamok in October of 2011. Councillor Nelson
tinue to focus on learning opportunities’ for adults and we are very pleased to Toulouse and President of the Sagamok Development Corporation (SDC)
see the staff attend language learning sessions. Please stop by and visit the ofalong with Mr. Matthew Owl, Director of Corporate Affairs for the Sagamok
fice located at the Multi-Education Centre.
Development Corporation made the long journey to China to establish and
create new business relationships. A number of opportunities did emerge as a
The Community Hall is moving forward to the construction phase. The site
result from the trade mission. The SDC with support from the Sagamok Chief
has been selected and the hall will be located at the south end of Star Road in and Council will be pursuing opportunities in tourism, clothing merchandisthe Fort Lacloche Subdivision area. The site is beautiful and offers a breath
ing and heavy equipment distribution. These are very exciting opportunities
taking view of the North Channel. We are very excited about the new building not only for Sagamok but also for neighbouring First Nations. Please visit or
Biidaaban Kinomaagagmik
Students learn that work in a sugar bush isn’t for saps
Grade 5’s and 4’s went on a trip to Mr. and Mrs. Schmitz sugar bush on
March 26, 2012 to explore sap and many things of syrup. We had a scavenger hunt
to find things in the bush. We had to go on rocks to find pussy willows. We had
to look in the sap cans to find bugs. Then Mr. Schmitz went in the cold water to
get a bird’s nest for our team to win. Then we took a photo of our team with the
bird nest. We had lots of good food for lunch over in the sugar bush like hot dogs,
marshmallows and juice. It was all good. Then we went to the sugar shack and got
to try different types of syrup like crab apple and birch. Two of them tasted good
but the Birch was gross. Then we talked about many different syrups. It was lots of
fun.
Photos provided by Pamela Solomon
By Trent Mandamin, gr. 4
Below: Mr. Schmitz oversees a student drilling for sap.
Bellow: Students pose for a picture with the fabled bird’s nest retrieved by their
host Mr. Schmitz
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Community Column
Birthdays from around the web
I would like to wish my dad Edward (Boissoneau) a happy
birthday on May 22nd From Eva, Steve and Grandkids
Nevada, Jordan, Lansing and Patience.
I would like to wish my grandson Jamal Southwind a happy
4th Birthday on April 25th and my sister April on April
10th & Justine on April 13th. From Family and Friends
We would like to wish Jordan Desjardins a happy 25th
birthday on April 5th and we would also like to wish a
April Francis a happy 13th birthday on April 6th. Love
your family and Friends…..xoxox
We would also like to wish a happy 38th Birthday to Eldon
Toulouse on April 5th and we would also like to wish Evon
Toulouse a happy 41st Birthday on April 8th as well.. Love
your family and friends. xoxoxo
What is Al-Anon?
Al-anon is:
A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who believe their lives have been
affected by someone else’s drinking.
A mutual support recovery program based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics
Anonymous.
A nonprofessional fellowship where members share their experience, strength, and
hope to solve their common problems.
A program with the anonymity of all Al-Anon and AA members protected.
A spiritual program that is compatible with all religious beliefs or none.
A program with the single purpose of helping families and friends of alcoholics,
whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
Al-Anon is for anyone who is affected by someone’s addiction whether its alcohol, drugs, codependency, etc…
Al-Anon’s Twelve Steps
The study of these steps is essential to progress in the Al-Anon program. The principles
they embody are universal, applicable to everyone, whatever his/her personal creed. In
Al-Anon we strive for an ever-deeper understanding of these Steps, and pray for the wisdom to apply them to our lives. Al-Anon Family Groups can help.
I would like to wish my son Wylie Stoneypoint a happy 23rd
birthday on April 17th, Luv You. From Dad
Al-Anon Meetings are held every
Happy Birthday to Regina H. Samuela Toulouse, from her
family
7pm – 8pm
My Father would have been 72 years old today, he is truly
missed in my family’s daily life but will be remembered by
all. -Paulette Savard-Owl
Monday
The Rectory basement beside the St. Raphael’s Spiritual Centre
See you there.
Happy birthday to Julianne Toulouse, Tanner Southwind, Joe
Trudeau and Paula Swift, who all have a May 4th B-day! From
Kelly Trudeau
Happy Birthday to Maddie Cakes Assiniwe on June 13th Happy 20th Birthday to Chase Assiniwe April 12th and Happy 20th Birthday to
from June Assiniwe
Winston Assiniwe on May 26th from June Assiniwe
Happy Birthday to Peggy Abitong, May 5th. Love your kids Happy Birthday to Patty Ann Owl and Dianne Bob! Also happy anniversary to Patty Ann
and grandchildren
and Stanford A happy 14! From Zonk Owl and Family.
PUBLIC NOTICE
PROPOSED ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS INC TELECOMMUNICATIONS SITE
100 METRE GUYED TOWER
SUBJECT:
100m guyed telecommunication tower. Related equipment within a ground compound area of 72.8 sq.m.
The compound will include one (1) walk-in
equipment cabinet and will be fenced
around the base of the tower. Guyed
wire anchors will also be fenced to prevent public access. An anti-climbing
device will be installed at the base of
the tower. The structure will provide
wireless services within Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation and surrounding area.
LOCATION:
46 09 27.3N,
82 06 13.2W.
ANY PERSON may make a written submission to the individual listed below by close of
business May 4, 2012 or attend the public information session on Wednesday, April 18,
2012 at 6pm in the Nishin Center (Ednakamigad Center).
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE as the approval of this site and its design is under the exclusive
jurisdiction of the Government of Canada through Industry Canada. For more information on the federal process pertaining to these installations please contact the local Industry Canada office at [email protected].
PLEASE FORWARD ALL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL:
PROPONENT CONTACT: Rogers Communications Inc c/o Jay Lewis, Summit Telecom
Services Inc., 2645 Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga, Ontario,
L5J 1K9. Tel: (905) 928-9481, Fax: (888) 622-4939, [email protected]
SITE LOCATION MAP
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Community Events
ATTENTION!
SAGAMOK’S FOUR FEATHER’S GROUP OF
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Receive up to ½ an hour of FREE summary legal advice
2012 Clinic Dates:
IS CHANGING LOCATIONS!
Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation
NEW LOCATION:
Wednesday, June 6th 1-3 p.m.
ST. RAPHAEL CHURCH RECTORY (BASEMENT)
SUNDAY EVENINGS 7PM – 8PM
To book an appointment please contact Renée Owl at the
BEGINNING MAY 8, 2012
Community Justice Program at 705-865-2171 ext.249
CONTACT: KELLY T. @ 705-865-2171
“Children & Parent Wellness”
“Are you interested in attending a 6 week Children
Week 2:
& Parent Wellness Program? If so the Children’s
The importance of spirituality & how it plays a role in our life
Week3:
Wellness is offering a program for parents to atPhysical Wellness & Diabetes awareness & prevention
tend with their children!
Week 4:
The program is focusing on the fours aspects of
Healthy
Communication
& Positive Encouragement
wellbeing”
Week
5:
Start date
Bullying
&
how
it
affects
our
mental wellbeing
Wednesday May 9th, 2012
Week 6:
(Every Wednesday until June 13th, 2012)
Program
celebration
Time
THIS
PROGRAM
IS
MANDATORY
FOR PARENTS OR GUARDIANS TO
6:00p.m – 8:00p.m
ATTEND
WITH
THEIR
CHILDREN
Location
Snacks & Refreshments will be provided
Community Wellness Department
If
you
are
interested
in attending please contact Mckenzie Toulouse
(Large Resource Room)
@
Ages for children
6yrs – 12yrs
(705) 865-1966 or through email: mackenzietouWeekly Topics
[email protected]
Week 1:
Understanding emotional impacts
Weekly Schedule for Language Classes
April-June Schedule 2012
Time
Ntam Giizhgat
Niish Giizhgat
Nswi Giizhgat
Niiwo Giizhgat
Nano Giizhgat
Odetoo Giizhgat
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Land, Resource & Infrastructure
(30 min)
Sagamok Development
Corporation
Thursday
Land, Resource & Infrastructure
(30 min)
BK Girls Hand Drum
Group (10:50)
Friday
Curriculum and
Resource
Development
Saturday
Monthly Family Language Day Camps
Location will vary
according to theme
Waawaasnoode
Language Center
Band Staff
Language Centre
Biidaaban Staff
Language Centre
Band Staff
Language Centre
8:30
10:00
Elders Network & Reading
Program
Eagle’s Lodge
EHS Students
Espanola High School
11:15
12:00
1:00
2:00
3:30
Immersion Programming
Biidaaban & SWABG
Band Staff
Language Centre
After School Program
Biidaaban Students
Language Centre
4:00
5:00
6:00
7:00
SWABG Staff
Language Centre
Monthly Committee
Meeting @
Language Centre
Community Members &
Families
Language Centre (1.5 hrs )
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Planning and Technical Services
Why I choose to be the “Lands and Resources Coordinator”
realized I could.
By: Rhea Assinewe
Anywhere and everywhere I go – I am proud to say I’m from Sagamok, some
folks don’t know where that is and I’m quick to offer the “Big Reserve just south
of little ole Massey – bout half way between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie but
closer to Sudbury.
In previous employment, I’ve had great opportunities to learn, travel, meet new
people and make lasting friendships. Opportunities with Union of Ontario Indians - North Bay, Beaufort Delta Self Government-Tuktoyaktuk and here in
Sagamok, I learned the importance of exercising jurisdiction in our traditional
territory; I believe when we exercise self-government we can achieve community
wellness, build our economy and achieve prosperity.
Here in Sagamok, we have achieved much in a slow and steady pace. I am proud
of our community’s accomplishments, I want to learn more and share Sagamok’s More importantly for this newly created position I offer my life experience. I am
a citizen of the land, an active community member; I was raised in our Reservaexperience(s) with others.
tion, taught to practice traditional harvesting techniques and contemporary land
use practices such as gardening, I know our community, the lay of the land, the
As a youth, I was troubled by family and community dysfunction. My life deciwaters, the forests, hillsides & the shorelines. I know the membership; I am
sion to leave the community was based on two things: “to get the hell out Sagamok” and get an education. So to hit two birds with one stone, graduation after knowledgeable of our cultural, of our distinctive traditional & contemporary
land use practices in our territory and by family groups. I know our government,
5 years at Espanola High School, I left Sagamok for the “big smoke” - Toronto.
our community history and our current conditions.
Yes sir, post-secondary education was my ticket out. I soon found out, I wasn’t
prepared in least to live outside of Sagamok. Thanks to established family members living the urban center’s I quickly learned to make the transition but not
quick enough – too much Silver Dollar and dancing in clubs I danced my first
year at college out the door. Finally though, seven years later with a little more
maturity and raising my daughter “Dae Fawn” single-handedly gave me the confidence and motivation to have a second chance and succeed at George Brown
College. Later my motivation increased, so with my young son “Robear” in tote
and lack of money – I decided I would pursue a university education. I never in
my dreams thought that I was capable of attaining a university degree – in 2002 I
As a collective, I’m familiar with our challenges - as an individual I recognize our
potential. I want to learn more and participate in our community’s advancement; I look forward to working with you to conserve, manage and create sustainable & less environmentally damaging forms of development while preserving the natural & historical nature of our traditional territory. Let’s continue to
work together to keep our nation “Strong now and for the future”!!
Police Beat
Motorized Vehicles
Helmets
There have been several occurrences over the past few weeks involving children
under the age of sixteen driving motozied vehicles on Sagamok roads. Anyone under the age of sixteen is NOT allowed to drive in public areas. Children are ONLY
allowed to drive on their own private property with adult supervision. Anyone
who drives on public roads MUST have a driver’s license the vehicle MUST have
plates, and finally ALL vehicles MUST be insured. There are stiff penalties associated for anyone with their children regarding this matter. As well, due to the potential for serious injuries, CAS will be contacted in the event a child is found
driving on public roadways as the child is considered to be “a child in need of protection.”
Children who are riding bicycles under the age of eighteen are required to wear
approved helmets. It is the law and there is a fine associated with it. The fine is
$75.00. Youth who are sixteen and seventeen years of age can be fined directly.
Any children under the age of sixteen, the parents are responsible for the fine.
Studies have shown your child could survive a head injury if wearing a helmet. It is
important to note that if the helmet has been involved in an accident that it
would not be effective and would have to be replaced.
Bear Watch
Again bears are out and are hungry. Police have received a couple of calls already .
We ask that you clear your yard of refuse, bring in the bird feeders and call 911
should you have a bear problem.
2012 Niigaaniin Workshops
Chief’s Desk Cont from Page 3
For more information contact Melissa Boissoneau or Cheryl Bennett at 705-865-2171,
Please visit or contact the Sagamok Development Corporation office if you would
like more information on the opportunities.
Community Wellness Department
Workshops
In closing, I want to extend my deepest
condolences to the family of the late
Wesley (Billy Scone) Bob for your loss. I
did attend the traditional ceremony and
funeral service and it was very beautiful and
helpful in the healing process. My thoughts
and prayers also go out to APS Officer Kim
Lanigan and Lance Solomon. I will continue to support the families and offer
prayer and I encourage each and every Sagamok member to do the same.
Baamaapii.
Date
Time
Goal Setting
May 22nd
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Parenting
June 5th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Root Causes
June 13
th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Budgeting
June 19th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
rd
Goal Setting
July 3
Career Choices
July 17th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
st
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Resume/Cover Letters/Interview
Life Skills
Small Business
Goal Setting
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
July 31
August 14th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
nd
Tentative Date August 22
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
August 28th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Physical Fitness
September 11
th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Service Excellence
September 25th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
th
Parenting
October 9
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Employment
October 17th
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
rd
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Budgeting
October 23
Resume/Cover Letters/Interview
November 6th
Healthy Relationships
Career Choices
Life Skills
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
th
Tentative Date November 20
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
December 4th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
December 18
th
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Peter Cottontail joins Guardian Angels for a fun filled Easter weekend
It goes without saying that face paint- everyone who came out and especially the volunteers who assisted
ing was the in thing at the Family
Dance sponsored by Guardian Anwith set up and clean up.
gels and Addictions on April 5, 2012.
The Core Group are currently workLucky winners of the Guess How
ing on special plans for the End of
Many Jelly Beans in the jar were
School Event and would like to take
Kayla Toulouse, Clarissa Poulson and
this opportunity to thank all the volBethany Southwind. Congratulaunteer angels, the teachers, the supertions gals, remember to brush your
visors,
the principal and reception at
teeth!
the administration office for all your
Peter Cottontail brought joy to the
hard work and growing success for
event as she danced and passed out
this program.
delectable chocolate treats to everyone, even the chaperones. Thanks to
The Easter Bunny ( resident Frank Bob ) certainly made a big hit with the JK & SK classes
during the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Elders
Eagle Lodge April 5, 2012. The tots found
every single egg hidden around the grounds
and then were treated to a delicious spaghetti
meal and strawberry jell-O dessert
Youth Council is in session!
As of April 11th 2012, Sagamok’s youth have voted, for their Young Warriors Youth Council members. Through an online campaign on the popular website “Facebook”, local youth voiced their nominations for the council. The members selected are as follows, Chief– Kelly Trudeau, ViceChief Catrina Owl, secretary– Miranda Root, Project Coordinators– Angel Francis, Taylor Owl and Brooke Eshkakogan. Kelly Trudeau has elaborated that the goals and mission is committed to ensuring that Sagamok
Anishnawbek is a better place to live. The Sagamok Young Warriors
Youth Council will work towards improvement for youth programming
and activities. The Sagamok Young Warriors Youth Council strives to
build a working relationship with adults of the community to foster respect and trust for one another. Sagamok Young Warriors Youth Council
anticipates and responds to the health and social needs of the youth community, cultivates and nurtures the desire to take control of personal
health and social wellbeing; stimulates and enriches the quality of life in
the community by providing holistic education and awareness.
A message from the Young Warriors Youth Council:
Aanii,
Young Warriors Youth council would like to thank all the youth that
came out to nominate their peers and vote. We look forward to representing the youth. We also look forward to becoming very involved in the
community and empowering our peers and other youth of Sagamok to do
the same!
How to build a community
Turn off your TV
Know your neighbours
Look up when you are walking
Greet people
Plant flowers
Recycle
Bake extra and share
Use your library
Play together
Buy from local merchants
Share what you have
Pick up litter
Garden together
Compost
Take children to the park
Listen to the birds
Fix it even if you didn’t break it
Take action to create positive change
Honour elders
Read stories aloud
Have potlucks
Put up a swing
Help carry something heavy
Start a tradition
Ask a question
Hire young people for odd jobs
Organize a family block party
Sing together
Know your political representatives
Ask for help when you need it
Take back the night
Share your skills
Listen before you react to anger
Mediate a conflict
Seek to understand
Know that no one is silent though
many are not heard. Work to change
this.
(Excerpted from Sudbury & District
Health Unit Document)
Enjoy the new season, Shirley
Gregorini, Community Wellness
Worker
On April 22nd we collaborated with the Espanola High School Native Stu- In memoriam
dent Council and hosted a community clean-up. This event was not only
I wanted to write a poem about Billy Bob and my heart falling to pieces after
a one time a year event, we will be continuing to “clean-up” our commuhearing about what happened and this is what I have to Write.
nity and would like to request to have more community involvement.
Currently the Young Warriors network has one vacant position
(TREASURER) and would like to fill the position as soon as possible. If
you are between the ages of 18-24 and would like to become involved
with the Young Warriors Youth Council please contact Kelly Trudeau at
865-1367 (home) or Facebook.
Miigwetch
Young Warriors Youth Council
“I thought of you with love but that is nothing new you are always in my heart. I
still see that loving smile of yours. I now think of you in silence wanting to cry.
All the memories I have of you keeps coming to my mind , as if I have talking
pictures through out my life with you. I will miss the way you smiled , the way
you hugged me and the way we shared our laughter together.
I know we are feeling a bit sad , that we have lost our grandpa , our dad and our
friend. Together we have cried an ocean of tears as we feel so empty and had
many fears. But grandpa would want us to know he's in a good place and that he
is watching us all with a smile on his face. As we have made him proud , as
proud as he can be that he raised such a beautiful family.
Thinking back now I really must say I feel lucky to have known grandpa to this
day . For in my life you have played a special part , the memories I will treasure
and keep close to my heart. Your memory is my keepsake with which I'll never
part .”
-Pricilla Southwind
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Photo: Right:Happy Birthday Wishes to
Martin Assinewe - he will celebrate 86
years on May 10th.
Although Martin is getting up in years, age
hasn't hindered his Spiritual Quest to
learn and share his understandings of the
Anishnaabe Way of Life. Recently, Martin
travelled east of Escanaba, Michigan to
visit with Kenneth Meshigaud Tribal
Chairperson of the Hannahville Indian
Community - home of the Potawatomi
Nation.
Attention
A very Large Black Bear has been spotted in the community, this particular Black Bear
does not seem to be fazed or intimidated be human contact. According to witnesses the
Black Bear is with young (cubs), so do not attempt to approach these animals as the
mother can and will defend its young to its full extent.
Yellow markers indicate sightings of bear
For more Information Please Contact: Arthur Trudeau
T :( 705) 865 2375
TO REPORT BEAR PROBLEMS: contact the
Bear
Reporting
Line
at:
1-866-514-2327
In a life-threatening emergency, call your local
police 705-865-2868 or 911.
Be Bear Wise – What You Can Do
People are reminded to take the necessary steps to help
avoid attracting black bears into populated areas.
Garbage, outdoor grills and bird feed commonly attract
black bears. Minimize your chances of attracting black
bears by:
•
Putting garbage out only on the morning of collection.
•
Storing garbage in waste containers with tight-fitting
lids.
•
Put away bird feeders and offer natural alternatives
like flowers, nesting boxes and fresh water.
•
Clean outdoor grills after each use, including the
grease trap underneath.
•
Store all detergents and soaps in secured area.
•
Take all necessary steps when feeding your pet (s)
and clean up undesirable scraps.
•
Educate children about potential threats and if
there is a bear in the area to take all precautions for
possible contact with bear (s).
“We all have to share the same land with these beautiful
creatures, Education is the key to co-inhabitance and
the threat of confrontation .“
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Sagamok’s Comprehensive Community Planning (CCP) Project
Building on the success of previous
planning initiatives such as Sagamok’s Community Story, our First
Nation is currently developing a
Comprehensive Community Plan
(CCP). The plan is about finding
ways for community members,
band staff and leadership to work
together as effectively and efficiently as possible to improve quality of life for all members. The Plan
will be guided by community member’s shared values and a bold vision for the future, and will contain
strategies for making communitybased decisions and taking action
that works toward our collective
goals.
an all-staff meeting held on March
22, 2012.
Please share your thoughts on this draft Vision Statement with
Mitzi Toulouse (865-2421, [email protected]) or Rhea
Assinewe (insert phone #, [email protected]). The next
community workshop will likely be held in early July. Please
look for more information on upcoming planning activities on
the Sagamok Facebook group and in future issues of the Sagamok News.
Draft Vision Statement
Built on the foundation of
Mino-Bimaadiziwin (Living a
Good Life), enriched by our
culture, and empowered by the
voices of past, present and future generations, Sagamok Anishnawbek will be at the forefront of leadership and selfsufficiency among First Nations.
A good Vision Statement should
simply and clearly describe our
community’s long-term aspirations.
The Vision Statement is meant to
inspire change and will guide future
The following draft Vision Statedecision-making. It is essential that
ment was created from the ideas
generated during the third commu- the community feels ownership of
nity workshop held in Sagamok on the Vision Statement and that it is
meaningful to the membership at
February 6, 2012. This draft also
incorporates further discussion of large.
these vision ideas by participants at
Photo credit: Pamela Solomon
Photo credit: Brita Brookes
Photo credit: Brita Brookes
Ph
Photo credit: Brita Brookes
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Biidaban Kinomaagagmik
Sagamok Youth speak up at 18th Anishnaabemowin Teg language conference
Photos by Brita Brooks, Article by Allen Toulouse and Brita Brooks
Some congratulations are in order for Sagamok’s brightest. Colton Abitong, Grant Stonefish, Faye Solomon, Mitchell Toulouse, Jayden Toulouse and Dallas Abitong attended the Anishnaabemowin-Teg language conference and were recognized for their efforts to keep the language
strong. Colton Abitong received the Dorothy Pitawanakwat-ba memorial scholarship, Grant Stonefish the Mary Lou-Fox memorial scholarship, Faye Solomon the Shirley-Shilling-ba memorial
scholarship, Mitchell Toulouse the Melva- George-ba memorial scholarship and Dallas Abitong
received N. Bertha Trudeau-ba & Lena White Odjig-ba memorial scholarship. The event was
capped off by a speech on residential schools composed and read by Jaydn Toulouse in the language of Anishnaabemowin. A sincere thanks to Brita Brooks for these amazing photos and information.
Above: Colton Abitong preps his script for a
award winning performance.
Right:Anishnaabemowin-Teg Trustee board, featuring Sagamok’s
own Harvey and Delores Trudeau.
OXYCONTIN PULLED FROM PHARMACY SHELVES FEBRUARY 29, 2012
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Pudue Pharma Canada will replace OxyContin with a new formulation
called OxyNEO, which is formulated to make abuse more difficult. As
a result of this, we could potentially have a health crisis looming. Over
half of the clients currently accessing Addictions Services in Sagamok,
are currently using OxyContin and/or Percocet at a dependence level.
In order for chronic users to stop, they will have to replace it with
something else or go into withdrawal; and withdrawal from OxyContin
is a miserable, prolonged illness.
There are two ways to abuse long-acting opioids such as OxyContin –
one way is to take the tablet intact, and these users can continue to use
the new formulation in exactly the same way. But those who have been
crushing the drug, for injection or inhalation, will not be able to use
OxyNEO.
Withdrawal affects people differently, but it typically lasts for several
days.
Withdrawal affects people differently, but it
typically lasts for several days.
Vomiting
Aggression
Explosive, uncontrollable diarrhea
Extreme mood swings
Symptoms of withdrawal:
Fever
Paranoia
Severe “flu-like” symptoms
Debilitating abdominal pain
Intense panic attacks
Sweating
Profuse yawning
Depression and anxiety episodes
Chills – goose-flesh
Aching bones and muscles
Nausea
Irritability
Those who are dependent on OxyContin will begin to experience withdrawal
symptoms 7hours (peaking at 15 – 48 hours) after last use; and it can last up to
15 days. Most individuals, who begin to experience withdrawal, often seek
medical attention, and emergency rooms are prepared for an influx of patients
with these symptoms.
Please Note: Dr. Brian Dressler currently runs the Methadone Maintenance
program in Espanola, Elliot Lake, Little Current, and Sudbury, and has advised
us that clients may call anytime to schedule an apt – he is still accepting patients. We are also looking into funding available for alternative treatment
options (such as Suboxone). NIHB program provides coverage for Methadone
We all must be aware of the effects that this may have on Sagamok. Brainand Suboxone. However, Suboxone will only be covered IF the patient is unstorming sessions are currently scheduled so that we may be better equipped to able to take Methadone because of medical reasons.
assist through the transition periods.
Kelly Tessier
Community Addictions Counsellor, Sagamok
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ONTARIO COURT OF JUSTICE, ESPANOLA ***2012***
May
June
July
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
* First Appearance
F = French
SP = Special Trial Dates
Adult
•
9:30 a.m.
1*,2,16,
29
5*,6,
13,14
15,20
,26
3*,4
22
4*,5,19
,
2*,3,10
,17,23,
24,30
6*,,13,1
4,21,
27
4*,5,11,12
•
All YOA matters commence at 9:30 am
and first appearance courts are shown with an *
beside the date.
•
Youth
Family Court
All FAMILY matters commence at 9:30
am
(1st Appearance)
9:30am
All ADULT matters commence at 9:30 am
and first appearance courts are shown with an *
beside the date.
19*
15*
30
18*
27
29
26
13
17
16*
20*
31
28
18*
19
•
All changes made to schedule are in bold
•
Dated at Espanola April 19, 2012
9:30 a.m.
Provincial Offences
9:30 a.m.
Small Claims Court
10:00 a.m.
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Sagamok Anishnawbek Human Resource: Hiring Practice
By: Marla Toulouse, HR Manager
As a matter of accountability and equality Sagamok Anishnawbek
abides by laws governing hiring practices. The recruitment and selection process is conducted in accordance to the Sagamok Anishnawbek Personnel Policy
and Procedures Manual (Revised 2012) and is bound by the Canadian Human Rights Act and cannot discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual
orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a
pardon has been granted.
From time to time, Sagamok Anishnawbek accesses the services of student
placements and or training placements. It is of great value to give students on
placement from an educational institution and employment trainees the opportunity to participate in a setting where theory and work experience can be
integrated to increase their knowledge and skills in the delivery of services.
Student and trainee placements can make significant contributions to the organization or department they are placed with.
Sagamok Anishnawbek encourages individuals who are interested in upgrading their knowledge and skills to make them marketable in the workforce and,
subsequently, shall accommodate them within reason, by providing opportunities to work within the departments.
The recruitment and selection process includes the establishment of a screening/interview committee. Members of these committees include the direct
supervisor to the position, or a Director, Human Resources Manager, and a
member of Council or Committee when available. At times other professionHuals by association are considered for their knowledge of the position.
Considerations for potential conflict of interest are identified at the onset.
The committee abides by strict guidelines to conduct the screening and interview process. A rigorous screening of applications is conducted and this first
step is to determine who will and will not be considered for the interview
process. This is based on determining complete and incomplete applications,
measuring the applicant’s relevant academic and work experience. It is the
responsibility of applicants who want to be considered for employment, to
ensure that they have a complete application for submission (i.e. a cover letter, resume, 3 references, copied document’s certificates/diploma/degree).
The next step is the interview process and is conducted based on a merit system. This means that interviewees are graded based on their ability to provide relevant academic and work experience during the interview that relates
to the position applied for, and to determine their suitability. Considerations for suitability include such factors as, past work history with Sagamok
Anishnawbek, general character and demeanor and where required the bona
fide occupational requirement, of a First Nations applicant.
Primarily, the performance in the interview is the determining factor in selecting the candidate. This means that applicants must be able to clearly
communicate relevant skills and strengths in relation to the position. Interview questions are developed in areas of academic and work experience,
skills and knowledge of the job and suitability. The interview committee’s
task is to extract and document as much information from the applicant in
relation to the position as possible. This information is used to assess a candidate’s ability to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of the position and results in the successful applicant.
# Applicants
Teachers
8
Educational Assistants
17
Custodian-Band office
4
Nutrition Coordinator
2
Accounts Payable Clerk
4
man Resource Recruitment Statistics,
April 2012
Intergenerational Golf Game
Who:Youth Ages 10 - 24 (children ages 7 9 will be permitted)
When:Saturday, June 2, 2012 , Tee Time
Start at 8:00 am
Sign-up sheet located at Health and Wellness Department
Come out and enjoy a day with family and
friends!
Contact Dwayne Toulouse for more information at 705-865-2375.
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History and Culture
The worst, best plan to improve mother nature, the introduction of Rainbow
smelt to the Great Lakes
Growing up I recall the
season of spring had a lot going for
it. There was the melting of the
snow and ice, trips to the sugar
bush, but there was one thing that I
was not acquainted with and that
was the Smelt run. For those unfamiliar Smelts are small fish, similar
to a baitfish like a minnow, but
occur in vast numbers during the
spring melt to spawn. What is fascinating about smelts is how their
introduction to our lakes and
streams has reshaped our ecosystems and rituals.
streams, smelts quickly expanded their territory to surrounding lakes.
As the smelts spread throughout the Great Lakes, so to did the interest in them
as a food source. Following the spring melt many people descended upon their
local streams with only nets and buckets, which they could fill with smelt in one
swoop. Smelt quickly became a new spring tradition for Ontarians, alongside the
Maple sugarbush. Commercial smelt fishing has become an established industry
in the Great Lakes, with a majority of netted smelt being ground into dog food.
The smelts are a case of good intentions gone wrong. Their introduction to the
Great Lakes has had unintended repercussions upon native fish species. Being a
baitfish it was predicted that the smelts would simply add to the food supply, and
not become competition for the very fish species meant to prey on them. We
have however found some means to benefit from the population surge of Smelt,
with the spring tradition of the “Smelt run”.
Smelts are not a native fish species to the Great Lakes region, but they
certainly have made themselves at home. The original range of the smelt was the
streams that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, between present day New Jersey and
Labrador. It was under the misguided notion that the introduction of smelts into
fresh lands lakes would provide an additional food source for popular game and
commercial fish, such as bass, salmon and trout. Smelts were introduced to Crystal Lake in the year 1923, where the miniature fish made a big splash. Upon first
encounter many native fish species spared smelts for their preferred local foods
sources, facilitating a major population spike amongst Rainbow smelt. The population boom had the opposite effect anglers and fisheries sought, instead of
strengthening the commercial and game fish population, the smelts began to
compete with them for food. Trout, perch and pickerel were particularly affected,
as the smelts not only competed for the same food sources as their larvae but also
fed upon their eggs. Not taking into account that many lakes are connected by
Chuckles
Chevaun Toulouse prepares to go toe to toe with Big Foot.
By: Allen Toulouse
Sasquatches have been a long time hazard to the community of Sagamok. Easily mistaken for the Wendigo, Sasquatches have greater smarts than
even the smarter than average bear, and three times the muscle. Sasquatches
will vandalize homes in search of food and pose an immense physical threat
when they feel threatened, which is constant as they are easily spooked.
Chevaun Toulouse of Sagamok Anishnabek First Nation, has recognize the
threat a Sasquatch poses to our community and is set to graduate from Algoma’s Sasquatch and Yeti control program. When asked what event inspired her to peruse the brutes of the forest Chevaun stated, “Sasquatch
killed my dog and stole my ferrets, I’d say that is what inspired my career
choice. It is vengeance, pure frothy vengeance for Ruffy the Pomeranian
and Denny and Pablo the ferrets.” Of the courses available in Sasquatch control, are tracking, trapping and dining with Sasquatch. With respect to trapping Chevaun was sincere in saying, “It is not a gentle process, you can use
deep pits, but the hard part is immobilizing them for transport. Tranquilizers
for whatever reason just do not work. Some in the field like dropping pianos
or anvils on them, my preference is the oversized wooden mallet, its soft
wood so it shouldn’t hurt them as much.” Joining Chevaun on her journey to
trackerdom, is famed Sasquatch trapper Daniel Wahsquonaikezhik. Daniel
has been tracking and trapping Sasquatches and Yeti’s world wide since the
tender age of twelve. Hopefully with their summer posting coming up we can
rest easy with Chevaun and Daniel patrolling the woodlands for these large
footed, stinky, swamp beasts.
Photo: Chevaun and Daniel on the trail of
a Sagamok Sasquatch
Public Notice
In follow-up to a survey Proposition to Amend the Hours of Operation conducted with
employees on December 5, 2011 Chief and Council passed a motion on May 2, 2012
to accept the survey results and to amend the operational hours to 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
with a half hour (.5 hour) lunch break.
Effective July 3, 2012 employees shall commence work at 9:00 am within the Band
Administration building, Community Wellness Unit, Lands, Resources & Infrastructure
Unit and Elders Eagle Lodge. The exception shall be given to those employees who
provide essential services through adjusted hours, such as Roads staff, Day Care, Biidaaban School or breakfast program.
The change in hours shall not impact access to the public for visiting professional services such as Nurse Practitioners, as they regularly provide services beginning at 9:00
am. For more information you may contact Marla Toulouse, Human Resource Manager at 705-865-2421 ext. 229.
Miigwetch.
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Tourism in Canada: A Summary of Labour Market Reports and Projections
By: Andrea Jacobs, Employment Services Coordinator
beverage services employees worked on a part time basis (the largest proportion
of the 5 tourism industries). Some examples of Food & Beverage Careers inIn 2010, the tourism sector accounted for 1.6 million jobs - 9.2% of all jobs in clude:
Kitchen Staff
Cooks (Line / Short Order)
Canada. In fact, employment in Tourism Industries surpassed employment in
Chefs (Head / Sous)
Kitchen Helpers
Construction, Finance, and Education Services industries.
Food & Beverage Servers Waiters/Waitresses
Room Service Staff
Banquet Servers
Tourism Sector Projections
Bartenders
The tourism sector in Canada is facing a potentially severe labour shortage over
the next 15 years. By 2025, the tourism sector will see a national labour shortRecreation & Entertainment
age equivalent to almost 219,000 full-year jobs.
The largest increase in potential labour demand will occur in the food and bev- This sector is the second largest industry group in the sector (24%). It is proerage services industry, which could support nearly 1.16 million jobs by 2025. jected to be the fastest growing tourism industry by 2015. By 2025, the recreaFood and Beverage Services is projected to face the largest potential shortage at tion and entertainment industry is expected to face a shortfall of 32,000 full142,000 full-year jobs by 2025. Ontario, B.C. and Quebec are the provinces year jobs. Start your training now.
facing the largest shortfall in tourism labour. Tourism is a truly growing industry. Projections show that the main source of new job creation will continue to Careers in the Recreation and Entertainment Industry offers some of the most
be the service industries. It is anticipating more than 300,000 new tourism jobs unique work and career opportunities. Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness were the most common occupation in recreation and
will be created across the country by 2015.
entertainment, with 32,000 jobs.
Over three-quarters of the projected new jobs in the economy will be in the ar- Employers can be zoos, museums, theatres, sports facilities, amusement parks,
casinos, government parks, heritage sites, hunting, fishing or outdoor adventure
eas of
outfitters, etc.
wholesale and retail trade
The majority of employers in the Recreation and Entertainment industry group
accommodation and food
are small businesses; in the last few years, very small businesses have decreased
transportation and warehousing, and
while
mid-sized and large businesses have increased. People who work in this
information, culture and recreation
industry often find a way to combine their love and knowledge of the outdoors
Recreation and Entertainment will have the strongest growth
with special expertise. As with all front line tourism occupations, employees
Restaurant and food service managers will have some of the best prospects
must enjoy working with people and be skilled at understanding and meeting
individual needs and exceeding expectations. Some examples of Recreation &
Tourism Sector Overview
The Tourism Sector is a Service Based Industry. The best way to understand Entertainment Careers include:
Recreational Facilities / Resorts
Ski / Golf Instructors
the Tourism Industry is by examining industry “sub-groups”. Tourism Sector
Apparel
Sales
Fitness
/ Yoga Instructors
can be divided into 5 industry sub groups:
Parks & Attractions
Heritage Interpreters
Accommodations Services
Tour Guides
Gallery Attendants
Food and Beverage Services
Marine Facilities
Canoe/Kayak Instructors
Recreation and Entertainment Services
Marina
Operators
Fishing
Guides
Transportation Services
Travel Services
Employment by Industry 2011
Accommodations Industry
Employers in this group include Hotels, Motels, Resorts, Campgrounds, RV
Facilities, etc. Flexibility is a key reason so many people consider a career in
this area. There is also great potential for good career growth. There is opportunity to move to different regions, countries, and establishments, especially for
those with appropriate training, skills and experience. In the accommodations
industry group, the most prevalent occupation was light duty cleaners with
44,000 jobs. Demand for labour in the Accommodation Industry could support 297,129 full-year jobs by 2025. Start your training now. Some examples of
Accommodations Careers, include:
Front Desk and Guest Services positions
Reservation Sales Agents
Front Desk Clerks
Guest Services Agents
Administration positions
Management
Finance
Human Resources
Marketing
Fitness
Accommodations Specific Fitness Instructors
Maintenance and Housekeeping
Housekeepers / Room Attendants
Janitorial Services
Building Maintenance
Grounds Maintenance
Transportation
Employers in this group include companies that provide transport by air, land
or water. This includes airlines, bus companies, taxi companies, ferry services,
cruise ships, and similar companies. Bus drivers and subway and other transit
operators were the main occupation in other transportation industries, with
47,000 jobs. Start your training now. Some examples of Transportation Careers include:
Road:
Motor Coach / Shuttle Bus Drivers
Vehicle Rental Sales
Taxicab Drivers / Dispatchers
Air:
Pilots
Flight Attendants
Ticket Agents
Rail:
Operating Engineers
Conductors
Rail Traffic Controller
Marine:
Cruise Lines
Ferry Companies
Water Taxis
Travel Services
Employers in this group include retail travel agencies, wholesale tour companies
and corporate offices that have enough business travel to require their own
booking divisions. Travel counsellors were the main occupation in travel services, and accounted for 19,000 jobs. Start your training now.
Some examples of Travel Services Careers include:
Food & Beverage Services
Ticket Agents
Almost half (46%) of the employees in the Tourism Sector work in Food and
Travel Agents
Beverage Services. Employers / Businesses in this group include Restaurants
Travel Counselors
(Dining / Fast Food), Hotel Kitchens, Lounges, bars and nightclubs, Cruise
ships, etc.
For more information on starting your career in the Tourism Industry, conFood-counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related occupations were the sintact Sagamok Development Corporation at (705) 865-1134, or toll free at
gle largest occupation in the tourism sector with 251,000 jobs. In recent years,
(888) 546-9714.
this has been the largest industry group, employing 775,200 people in 2006.
As a major employer of youth, the food and beverage industry serves as a training ground for people who are beginning their careers. Recent years have also
shown an increase in seniors employment within this industry. This could be
due to the flexibility of scheduling, as in 2011, almost half (48%) of food &
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Health and Wellness
To the top! Trek to Naudauy-Odjing, Sagamok’s greatest high!
Photo: Tobacco tie, attached to tree branch atop Naudauy-Odjing.
By: Allen Toulouse
Leroy Bennett of the Health and Wellness Department in cooperation
with Planning and Technical services led a mountain hike to the top of
McBean Mountain, known locally as Naudauy-Odjing. The mountain is the
tallest of the Lachloche Mountain range and has great historical and cultural
significance for Sagamok Anishnawbek. The goal of the trek was to impart its
participants with a greater understanding of the local ecology and traditional
knowledge. Leroy provided the narration for the Traditional knowledge aspects of the hike and Arthur Trudeau lending his vast knowledge on ecology to
the group. Twenty-three Participants were broken up into two groups and
tasked with finding and cataloguing local plant species, for the duration of the
hike. Atop the mountain members took the time for prayers and offerings,
tying tobacco bundles to the branches of trees. The view atop Naudauy-Odjing
is awe inspiring, as landmarks such as the Sudbury smoke stack are visible in
spite of the 80 or so kilometers separating us. The hike down provided a second sweep of the trail where Leroy pointed out various plants of medicinal
value. It was to the trip’s benefit that no one was injured, but stamina was
tested and shoes did get soaked. Sagamok’s tallest mountain top is a trek everyone should embark upon, but be certain to bring company familiar with the
trail. Chi-meegwetch to Leroy Bennet, Arthur Trudeau, Bruce Southwind and
their respective departments for the opportunity to go to the top.
Photo: Leroy spots a medicinal bark.
HOUSING NEWS
Committee Meeting of March 20th, 2012 (excerpts only)
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Orion Southwind at 6:05 p.m.
The meeting commenced thereafter and the following is a brief summary:
The following work has been approved since the last reporting period of February 17, 2012:
General home renovations for 1251 Sagamok Road.
There were no guests at the meeting.
Renovations to rental unit at 629 Ironwood Street based on health and
safety.
There were two housing allocations at this time, one for 604 Ironwood Street
and one for 1153-4 Sagamok Road.
Renovations to private unit at 138 River Road.
Follow up from Housing committee meeting of February 14, 2012:
There was one accepted letter of offer.
There is a new tenant at 1150-2 Sagamok Road.
Housing Applications:
There were three applications received and added to housing waiting list.
Correspondence:
There were two letters that were acknowledged and responded to.
Housing Activities: March 20th, 2012
Committee Meeting of April 10th, 2012 (excerpts only)
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Orion Southwind at 6:04 p.m.
Follow up from Housing committee meeting of March 20th, 2012:
Renovations are completed to private unit at 138 River Road. Unit is available for May 1, 2012.
RRAP applications require confirmation of home ownership with CMHC.
Indian Affairs- contacted and acquired form required for land transfers on Indian Reserves.
SRM/work order consist of servicing furnaces, hot water tanks, pest control, window and door replacements, dog and cat issues, HRV inspections, plumbing
back-ups, change door locks, closet door issues and roof turbines.
Tenant notices a daily, weekly and monthly task to maintain tenant contact for
rent payments. For the reporting period ending of January 1st there has been
nine tenant eviction notices and the monthly rent payments have been addressed
with the housing office.
mittee.
A letter of complaint is required for housing to officially act on a tenant
complaint.
There is a new tenant at 1150 Sagamok Road Unit D.
There is a new tenant at 153 Sagamok Road Unit D.
Annual budgets and work plans have not been approved and will be reviewed by Band Council on April 18th, 2012.
A record of housing committee meetings is attached for review with com-
Continues page 15
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Housing cont…….
Housing Activities: April 10th, 2012
The water main will be upgraded in that area (Archie’s Rd) to accommodate
new housing but to also address the health and safety issues for fire safety on
The following is a summary listing on the activities since the last reporting pethat street.
riod:
Invitation to tender will be used for the construction of 6 new housing units
Renovations – The program is specifically designed for homeowners on limited
according to tendering policy.
or fixed income, single parents, including elders and seniors. A final report for
Home Owner Renovations is completed. The funding allocated by Band Coun- North Shore Tribal Council inspection completed 3 home owner inspections
cil was $250,000.00 and the program has ceased for the fiscal year 2011/2012 on April 5th, 2012.
on March 31, 2012.
SRM/work orders: consist of servicing furnaces, hot water tanks, pest control,
Two RRAP applications have been approved. Contractors have been contacted window and door replacements, dog and cat issues, hrv inspections, plumbing
to provide cost estimates for the proposed work.
backups, change door locks and closet door issues.
Other work orders: SAFD contacted to inspect furnace units, electrical service
calls, scheduled inspections with housing inspector for band members and we
continue to address tenant complaints
A discussion paper on a non-profit housing entity has been drafted.
Budgets and work plans are planned for review and April 18th, 2012.
There are more reported cases of pests.
For the reporting period ending April 10th, 2012 there are no tenant evictions
Dejardins Caisse Populaire needs access to documentation and finalizing agree- recorded from the 135 units.
ments to have Dejardins Caisse Populaire to become a lender under the First
Next meeting- scheduled for May 8th, 2012 at the Community Resource Center
Nation Market Housing Fund for Sagamok residents.
for 6:00 p.m.
Notice to All Tenants in Rental Housing
Housing Issues
The housing office has received numerous call-in complaints from other tenants and the general public regarding dogs, door locks, drugs and alcohol, and noise
level.
The following is for housing tenants and community information:
Satellite Installation – all tenants in rental housing are prohibited from installing “dish” on the roof location. The roof cannot be punctured nor penetrated because it diminishes the integrity of the roof / building which may cause the roof area to leak, rot, etc. Tenants should contact the housing office to advise on location of dish / or they can have the dish installer call the housing office. Any one that installs a dish on the roof location will be instructed to remove or they can
contact the housing office for the removal.
Big Dogs – are strictly prohibited from being housed in any of the housing rental units. Residents are encouraged to report any such occurrence. Housing Committee will address the dog issue in the housing policy, which may prohibit all dogs and cats from being housed.
Door Locks and Keys - with the increasing number of keys and door locks being requested from the tenant(s), the replacement keys shall be at tenant’s costs. The
door lock replacements shall be reviewed as per request and the tenant may pay for the locks depending on the situation. All tenants are advised of this management decision.
Drugs and Alcohol - Anyone found providing alcohol to under age youth or if one is found selling drugs it is an automatic eviction for those tenants. Plus the
police will be informed of the incident. Drugs and alcohol also contribute to the noise and activity level that disturb other tenants.
Therefore, all tenants are advised of the above noted and to submit a complaint using the Occurrence Form located at the Housing Department on the bulletin
board if and when you have a complaint.
Posted – April 2012
REMINDER
For members who wish to apply for Sagamok housing need to complete a housing application form at the Housing office. Also, applications that have been received need to be updated if there is a change in status or the one (1) year is coming to an end. Your application needs to be complete, which consists of a reference letter, a character letter and proof of income.
APPROVED BY HOUSING COMMITTEE
Inspect basement and crawlspace.
Check ground slope.
A simple checklist for monthly maintenance.
Check driveway and walk.
Check caulking/weather stripping.
April: Check eaves troughs and downspouts.
Clean range hood filter.
Check exterior finishes.
Inspect landscaping (soil settlement).
Check windows, screens and doors.
For Your Information
Replace/clean furnace filter.
Clean humidifier and turn off.
May:Inspect fences.
Inspections Required for All Rental Units
SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
An annual inspection is the purpose of evaluating the condition of THROUGH THE SERVICE REQUEST MANAGER
the unit on a yearly basis.
(linked to the Sagamok Website)_
A pre-inspection is the purpose of evaluating the condition of the
unit prior to the tenant moving in.
A post-inspection is the purpose of evaluating the condition of the
unit prior to the tenant moving out.
The Housing Department would like to advise community members
that received service or want to receive service for a home inspection or
environmental inspection are required to follow-up on their request on
their own accord. The Housing Department is not responsible for
making decisions on community member’s behalf regarding inspec-
1.Tenant calls or sends service request to the Housing Department for repairs and/
or maintenance.
2.Housing Department initiates service request that generates a work order number
associated with your request; to Lands, Resources and Infrastructure.
3.Lands, Resources and Infrastructure will send the work order to appropriate staff
for inspection and will advise the Housing Department.
4.It is the responsibility of the tenant to contact the Housing Department on the
status of their request and to use their work order number when they do a service request themselves.
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