Newsletter-May 13, 2011

819-723-2370 819-723-2799

TFN Council Tel: Fax: TFN Administration Tel: Fax:

819-723-2335 819-723-2353

Police Tel: Admin: Fax:

819-723-2323 819-723-2810 819-723-2734

Health Center Reception: Fax: CHR: Med. Tran. N.N.A.D.A.P. Brighter Futures: Mental Health

819-723-2260 819-723-2272 819-723-2487 819-723-2599 819-723-2153 819-723-2381 819-723-2152

Social Services Tel: Fax:

819-723-2955 819-723-2925

Kiwetin School Tel: Fax:

819-723-2533 819-723-2578

A.L.T.C.C. Tel: Fax:

819-723-2225 819-723-2112

Radio Station Tel: Fax:

819-723-2121 819-723-2167

H.R.S.D. Tel: Fax:

819-723-5333 819-723-5211

TFN Newsletter Tel: Fax:

819-723-2260 819-723-2272

Outreach Center New Liskeard, On. Tel:

705-647-4969

Recreation Center Tel: Fax:

819-723-2291 819-723-2353

Seniors/Elders Unit Tel:

819-723-5223

Parajudicial Services Tel:

819-723-2313

Income Security Tel:

819-723-5333 Ext. 232

Economic Development Tel:

819-723-5333 Ext. 226

TFN Newsletter TFN Newsletter Now available online at: www.timiskamingfirstnation.ca/news.html Edition 11 - Issue 128

Wabikone Kizis - Flower Moon - May 13, 2011

Algonquin Mother Earth Water Walk As the snows begin to melt and spring rains fall, our Mother Earth awakens and new life begins. At this time of renewal the

Anishnabe women, men, and youth from all 9 Algonquin Com-munities of Quebec walked to raise awareness for our waters.

The Algonquin Mother Earth Water Walk began May 1, 2011 in

Kitigan-Zibi and continues through all 9 Algonquin Communi-

ties ending in Eagle Village on Sunday May 8, 2011

The walk came to the TFN on Friday May 6 and was a re-sounding success, with over 100 participants.

Special Meegwetch to our Chief and Council, the Kids from grade 5-6-7-8 and all community members who came out.

The purpose of the walk was to call attention to the sacred gift

of water, the source of all life. The walk will also raised aware-ness of the need to take care of the water, and to help our

Mother Earth who is struggling to survive and to provide for all her children.

Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter


COMMUNITY NOTICE

Pickerel spawning season is upon us. Chief and Council re-

spectfully ask community members to please refrain from taking pickerel from the spawning beds in the Remigny ar-ea. We all know we have the right to take fish to help sustain

our families, but with those rights also comes the responsi-bility to preserve and protect our fish population. We have members that are part of the AIHP team

(Aboriginal Inland Habitat Program) who are working diligently to preserve and protect our fish population. Please respect what Mother

Earth Provides. Meegwetch, Chief and Council

Handicraft Course Notice to all individuals who applied for the Handicraft course, I regret to inform

you that the course has been refused at this time. According to HRSD all project

have to be Demand Driven which means that there must be a job at the end of the course. To my understanding there is no component for cultural project unless de-

mand driven. If you require further information please contact the HRSD office for

explanation.

I will continue to try and seek funding from other sources, but cannot guarantee

that this type of course will be available for the next few years.

Therese Renaud

Recreation Facilitator (Job Posting) Notice to all individuals who applied for this position, I regret to inform you that the

project has been refused. If you require further information please contact the

HRSD office for explanation.

I will continue to try and seek funding from other sources, but cannot guarantee

that this position will be available for the seeable future.

Harold McKenzie


TFN Meet and Greet

This past Tuesday the Timiskaming First Nation held a Meet & Greet Session at the Holiday Inn Select/ New Liskeard, Ontario. The session opened with a prayer, drumming and words

of welcome by Chief McBride “We do look forward to establishing mutually acceptable pro-tocols concerning communication and consultation, as well as receiving updates on explo-

ration activities on our traditional territory” were some of the work expressed by the Chief. Guests were greeted with presentations from Mr. Luc Lainé (History of First Nations) which

explained how and why Aboriginal and Treaty rights are protected by the Canadian Consti-tution, -Ms. Susane King and Mr. Randy Polson talks about the TFN history, territory and

Natural Resources projects under way. Any and all activities on our traditional territory are of interest to TFN. -Mr. Gerry Kerr, who spoke about Models of Agreements between First

Nations and industries using the (namely mining cites). There were approximately 60 people in attendance, including Mr. Charlie Angus, NDP PM

for Timmins James Bay, Ms. Christine Moore, NDP PM for Abitibi-Témiscamingue as well as representatives of several mining companies mayors, reeves, and councilors from some of

the Ontario Towns and Townships and community members.

The event concluded with an exceptional social and traditional food tasting, prepared by two local cooks Joan McBride and Rheal Viau.

The session’s objective is to inform these companies and work toward eventual partner-ships.

Luc Lainé Gerry Kerr Chief McBride and members of Council


Results of Seniors and Elders Committee Elections

At a meeting held on May 5, 2011 at the Seniors Unit, the Seniors voted to elect their Ex-

ecutive.

Election results are as follows:

For: President: Rejean Goudreault

Vice-President: Margaret (Maggie) Polson

Sec.-Treasurer: Shirley McBride

The date for the next meeting is MAY 26th at 1:30 pm at the SENIOR'S UNIT.

Planning of activities and fundraisers will be on the agenda. We need your ideas.

Thank you to Dan Lavigne and Harold McKenzie for their help. Meegwetch

Attention All Parents

All Parents to attend a very important meeting at the

Kiwetin School Gym Thursday May 19, 2011

at 6:30.

The meeting is with a team from Nipissing University who is working with

Timiskaming First Nation Education Team to strengthen the learning experi-

ences of the community’s youth attending

Kiwetin School. Parental involvement is critical in this

process to ensure culturally relevant an collaboratively developed curricula for the chil(ren) of Timiskaming First Na-

tion. The project will depend on the

continuous consultation and direct involvement of teachers, staff and

Reminder to Parents

Parents are asked to make sure their child(ren) are ready when the bus picks them

up in the mornings. The bus driver can no longer wait for

the students as this makes him late arriving at school

Thank you for your cooperation.

Briar Giroux Kiwetin School Principal

Meegwetch Meegwetch to all that

came out to the Grades 5

and 6 BBQ at Kiwetin School on

Friday April 29, 2011.

Our BBQ raised $454 towards our year end

Toronto Trip!

We very much appreciate


EDUCATION UPDATE

The POST-SECONDARY policy from TFN is presently under review. The purpose is to update it, make it more user friendly, and to ensure that funding for the approved applicants will be reim-

bursed to the TFN by INAC. The new policy will be available to all students as soon as it is complet-ed. If you wish to apply for next fall for Post-Secondary studies, you need to acquire the necessary

forms from the TFN Education department, fill them in and send them back by May 31st, either by e-mailing them, dropping them off at the Band Office or mailing them to us. Please inquire with Al-lan or come by the office. A review of all applicants will be done by June 10th (at the latest), every-

one will know if they have been approved or not. If the answer is negative, reasons will be given. All those who apply will receive the new policy as soon as it is completed, hopefully no later than

May 20th. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Besides continuing to focus on Literacy and Math skills especially for the current school year, the

Kiwetin School has just started a process with Nipissing University to review and up-date the edu-cational curriculum. We are also working on integrating our culture in the curriculum. New as-

sessment methods and report cards will also be reviewed with Nipissing. It is a team involvement and the parents and community will also be invited to give their opinions on these exciting develop-ments. Representatives from Nipissing wish to meet all parents from Kiwetin on Thurs-

day, May 19th in the school gym at 6:30 p.m. Your voice is important. PLEASE ATTEND. You won’t have many meetings with them, so please, do come and meet with them. We need to

hear from you to make this work and make your school YOURS. It is your child’s education and your involvement in this project is fundamental. Meegwetch! ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Arline Chasle, Director of Education

Social Development Department Update

Good day all, there has been a lot of activity in the Social Development Department with regards to our Seniors, Summer Students, Sports, Bingos, workshops, job postings and volunteer recogni-tion.

Seniors: I would like to begin by congratulating and welcoming the new Seniors/Elders committee

board: Rejean, Maggie and Shirley. Summer Students: All TFN students will need to register at this Department, just drop in at the

band office and see me to register. Proposed starting date for High school students is June 27th and for post secondary students May 30th.

Sports: I would like to start off by announcing that our Sport Coordinator, Sabrina Wabie has moved on to bigger and brighter things, you will be dearly missed by the community. As for

sporting activities, Mr Pierre Trepenier will continue with his gym/outdoor activities on Tuesday evenings.

Kids Baseball: I have contacted the Timiskaming Shores Baseball House League and they will be giving me an answer as to whether we can be part of their league (more details to follow). Be it or

not we will be still playing baseball.

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Workshops update: There was a drumming workshop this past weekend and four boys were pre-

sent. If you are still interested in drumming please contact Danny L. to get more information. There is a “Kind Man Initiative” workshop happening this weekend, which I will be attending and it

is still not too late to register just give Danny a call. Bingos: Bingos will continue to be scheduled for Thursday evenings starting at 6:30 p.m.

Park: Danny and I are looking at renovating the park behind the Police station and realized this

park doesn’t have a name. Therefore we are having a name the park contest. Please submit your ideas and the explanation of the name to our office. We will announce the winner and have a grand opening by the end of June.

Job postings: There are 2 positions open in the Social Development Department, the Summer

Student Coordinator and the Sports Coordinator. These positions hope to be filled within 2 weeks. If you have any questions, comments, ideas or would like to volunteer please don’t hesitate to call

me anytime and I will be happy to sit and talk.

Meegwetch Harold McKenzie

Social Development Coordinator

“Housing Department”

2 bedroom duplex for Rent

Situated at 6 Angus Drive, this 2 bedroom duplex is suitable for a couple or

family with 1 child.

Available June 1st, 2011

Description:

2 bedrooms 1 washroom

Living room Kitchen

Amount of rent will be based on income

Accepting applications immediately and deadline for submitting your application is:

Monday May 13th, 2011 at 12:00 noon

Application forms available at 18 Algonquin Avenue, TFN’s Administration Office. Please submit your applications to Darlene (Darlo) Chevrier - Housing Adminis-

trator.

Please note: all sections of application form must be completed and please

attach all required documents to your application.


Resources for Health and Social Services for Témiscamingue

Equinoxe Help and accommodations for women and their children who are victims of conjugal violence.

819-622-7001

Centre de femmes de Ville Marie Womens Center of Ville Marie

819-622-0111

CSSS du Lac Témiscamingue (Hospital and CLSC) 819-629-2420

CSSS de Témiscaming et de Kipawa (Hospital and CLSC) 819-627-3385

Info santé 811

Service d’aide et de traitement en apprentissage social (SATAS) 819-732-5254

Protection de la jeunessse (Youth Protection) 1-800-567-6405

S.O.S. Violence conjugale ( S.O.S Conjugal Violence) 1-800-363-9010

Ligne resource pour les victims d’agression Sexuelle Resource line for Victims of Sexual Violence

1-888-933-9007

Ligne d’intervention telephonique en prevention du suicide de l’Abtibi-Témiscamingue. Suicide Prevention HOT LINE for Abitibi- Témiscamingue

1-866-277-3553

Police and Justice Resource

Surete du Quebec 819-310-4141

Surete du Quebec (Ville-Marie) 819-629-2356

Surete du Quebec (Temiscaning) 819-627-3378

Timiskaming First Nation Police 819-723-2323

Urgence – Emergencies (Police-Fire Department–Ambulance)

911

Directeur des poursuites criminelles et pénales Porcureur

819-629-6496

Aide juridique (Legal Aid) 819-629-2314

Parajudicial Services (TFN) 819-723-2313

Etablissement de detention (Detention Center) 819-444-5222

Service de probation (Probation Services) (Témiscamingue et Rouyn-Noranda)

Toll Free 1-866-640-3097 819-763-3124

Service correctionnel du Canada Correction Services Canada

1-800-363-4077

Indemnisation des victims d’actes criminels (IVAC) 1-800-561-4822

Center d’aide aux victims d’actes criminels Help Center for victims of criminal acts

Toll Free 1-866-335-5599 819-629-6015

Specific Meeting

Remedial Plan

Wednesday May 18, 2011 6:30 pm

TFN Community Hall

All are encouraged to attend this meeting

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ALGONQUIN NATION TRIBAL COUNCIL

SUMMER HOURS NOTICE

Please be advised that the Tribal Council will be working the following summer schedule until September 2nd:

Monday to Thursday 8am to 12:15pm and 1pm to 4:30pm Friday 8am to Noon

Thank you.

28 Algonquin Avenue, Timiskaming First Nation Notre Dame du Nord, QC J0Z 3R0 T/819-723-2019 F/819-723-2345


“Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin” I am a Kind Man Initiative

Feast 6:00 pm

Community Hall

Key Note Address by: Mr. Richard Dokis

(Nipissing First Nation)

I choose a good

life with her I admire her strength

“Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin” I am a Kind Man Initiative

Workshop

9:00 am Kiwetin School

The Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin

This Workshop is to engage men and boys to speak out

against all forms of violence and abuse against women

This workshop is open to everyone, Men,

Women, Youth (Boys and Girls)

Only 8 places available

Please sign up on or before

Wednesday May 11, 2011

For further information or to sign up contact Dan Lavigne

at the Administration Office at 819-723-2335

Friday May 13, 2011

Saturday May 14, 2011


Public Works - Community Notice The Public Works Department would ask every household to keep there toilet seats down, as a

precautionary measure while we will be carrying out the high pressure cleaning of the sanitary sewer network. There are high pressures and vacuums created during the cleaning process, which could cause some water to enter your toilet, if your trap is not working correctly.

There may be low water pressure at times throughout the day, as they will be filling their tanker

truck from time to time, which may also cause some water discoloration. The work will continue throughout the weekend, and should be finished some time next week if all

goes well.

Thanks for your cooperation, Harrison Ball

Director of Public Works

Wendokowin First Line Services welcomes… Rollie Allaire, Clinical Coordinator/Counsellor

As you may already know, Wedokowin means “helping hands”. Rollie has recently been

hired to provide a “helping hand” to our community members and families in need. Rollie is from North Cobalt and has been married for about 12 years. She has two teenage boys,

ages 14 and 16 attending TDSS. For familiarity purposes, she has prepared a brief back-ground of who she is.

I have been in the Social Work field for about 11 years. I have worked on the crisis line, women’s shelter, and group homes for children with mental illness, foster care, and group

homes for youth in custody, young offender’s facility, mental health and addictions pro-grams, worked with families and children with autism.

I have volunteered for various organizations and held various roles with these organiza-

tions over the years, such as the soccer club, swim club, and school council. I have volun-teered with my children’s classrooms over the years, helping out with different things from

school trips to helping out in the classroom. My family, particularly my children, have al-

ways been my priority.

I still volunteer for the Canadian Red Cross, for Emergency Response and sit on the com-mittee for the Emergency Management Committee for Temiskaming Shores. I have been

fortunate to receive a lot of training with them, in case of an emergency. I also still volun-teer for VCARS (Victims Crisis and Referral Services) for our area. Currently, I am the Co-

ordinator for Critical Incident Stress Management team for the Nipissing area.

I am really excited about this project with Wedokowin First Line Services. It will be nice to

see how the entire program develops with everyone’s input. I have come to realize that I already knew a lot people here. I have met many people here and have enjoyed hearing

about the community. I am looking forward to meeting more people and learning more about the community.

If you would like to reach me, you can call me at 819-723-2152. Rollie


As per the request at the July 13, 2010 General Meeting, all house numbers on the reserve were to

be reviewed to correct conflicting situations such as two (2) houses with the same number. There-fore, new corrected numbers have been allotted to most of the residences. Please be advised that the changes will take effect on May 16, 2011.

To simplify this transition, the Housing Department has prepared “Change of address” cards for

your convenience. Each household received 6 cards (extra cards are available at the band office), which has been deposited in your current mail box. The cards are for you to mail out to whoever you want to notify of the change at no cost to mail, it will also show your new address. We sent

the list of new addresses to Hydro and Télébec. If you did not receive the change of address cards that meant that your address did not change.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at the band office (819-723-2335).

Darlene (Darlo) Chevrier Housing Administrator

IMPORTANT NOTICE

to all

TIMISKAMING FIRST NATION RESIDENTS

TIMISKAMING NATIVE WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP WOMEN’S WELLNESS

ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND “WOMEN’S SHARING CIRCLE”

WHERE: 116 WHITEWOOD AVE

NEW LISKEARD, ON NEXT CIRCLE; WED MAY 25, 2011 TIME: STARTING AT 6:30 PM SHARP

WOMEN GATHER IN A CIRCLE

SMUDGE IF THEY CHOOSE, SING AND DRUM TOBACCO, WATER AND BERRY TEACHINGS

SHARING CIRCLE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!


Track and Field Kiwetin School’s Track Team competed in the Timiskaming District Secondary School Invitational Relay Meet on Tuesday May 10.

Our athletes had a great time participating not only in “serious” relay races but also had the opportunity to run in fun relay where they had to run with

an egg, or do a “bunny-hop” for a portion of the relay race

Our grade 7/8 co-ed team placed 2nd in the 4x800m relay.

Our grade 3/4 boys placed 3rd in the 4x200m relay.

Our grade 3/4 girls placed 3rd in the 4x400m relay, 2nd in the

4x100m relay, and 2nd in the 4x200m relay.

Our grade 5/6 co-ed team placed 1st in the 4x400m relay, 2nd in

the 4x800m relay, 2nd in the 4x100m relay, and 3rd in the 4x200m relay.

Please make sure to congratulate the following team members who were able to participate on an excellent showing and fantastic participation.

Kianna Chevrier

Jonah McLaren Tyson Polson

Amber Saile Lana Thivierge Connor Viau

Brandy Chief Jamie Dekesyer

Shantal Mathias Sunshine Moonias Doreen Moore

Christina Polson Desjardins

Koral Saile

Noah Chief

Marshall McKenzie Andy Millette

Robbie Polson Angelique Roy-Wabie Preston Thivierge

Dominic Renaud

Victoria Chevrier Quinton Polson

Mark Renaud Cody Wabie-Delorme

Monica Thivierge

We would like to thank Karis Côté & Jasmin Chevrier who have been assisting the track team with

attendance and photography duties. We are would also like to thank the parents & TFN community members who came over to the

TDSS track to cheer on our students. We are proud of the effort you are putting forth and are looking forward to the next meet on

Wednesday May 18.

Miigwetch, Your Coaches: Ms. Carrie McAnaul,

Ms. Albina Lavictoire, Ms. Whitney Woods &

Mr. Craig Perry


“We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't

have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.”

I would like everyone to know that I wish to say

thank you to Ms. Briar Giroux, the principal

of Kiwetin School. If you ever noticed the long

hours she puts in at the school, you would

know what I am talking about. She tries con-

tinuously to meet and exceed the needs of the

students and I know for a fact that she has

sleepless nights trying to find solutions. Ms.

Giroux is becoming more and more familiar with

Timiskaming First Nation as time goes on. To

me, her dedication to her job is amazing. It is

evident that she loves what she does and in the

short time she has been with us, she has done

wonders. She is still learning and I extend an

invitation to all to help her continue this. I

know it must have been difficult for her to walk

into a school that was already in progress and

to adapt to a new environment. I support her

and I know that many in the community have

also noticed her dedication. Meegwetch Ms.

Giroux! Thank you so much!

I would like to recognize two youth in the com-

munity who voluntarily cleaned the park last week. These two youths are Trista Polson

and Jordan Polson. The kids who use the park are very greatful.

Special recognition also to Mr. Nelson “Sambo” Wabie for cleaning the excess sand

off the streets. Thank you very much, for your time, services

are greatly appreciated.

Full Moon Ceremony Wabikone Kizis (Flower Moon)

Tuesday May 17, 2011

8:30 pm

at Marilyn Chevrier-Wills Lodge

(Full Moon Lodge)

On Richard’s Road Please bring you own cloth and tobacco

Appreciation Corner (Thank you for going above and beyond)

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A Message from the Timiskaming Police Force

Now that Spring is in the air, this also means that Grassfire season is back. Just be advised that if you decide to burn your grass, do so under extreme supervision as it does not take long for a fire to get out of hand.

A new police vehicle was recently purchased and will be delivered to the Community on May 12th, 2011. The

new vehicle will be replacing the Chevrolet Impala.

This year, Police Week will be held from May 15th to May 21st, 2011 under the theme: « La Sécurité Publique,

Une Responsabilité Partagée » (Public Safety, A Shared Responsibility). An invitation to the Kiwetin School stu-

dents will be given out to come and see the new police vehicle and a special visit from “Makwa” will be on site to

interact with the children.

10 Stanger’s Road, Notre Dame du Nord (Québec) J0Z 3B0 ● Tel: 819.723.2323/Admin. 819.723.2810 ● Fax: 819.723.2734


they can see well in dim light – but their most common prey, yellow perch, cannot. This highly developed night vision allows walleye to do most of their feeding at night. Because walleye eyes are so sensitive to light, they don't like bright sunlight. If the water is clear and there is no shade in the shallows, walleye will go as deep as 40 feet to escape the penetrating rays of the sun. Walleye have been known to live as long as 26 years in cold northern waters, although a walleye over 15 years old is rare. How fast a walleye grows and how big it becomes is largely dependent upon the availability of food and the length of the growing season. In Canadian waters where there is a very short growing season and not much food a seven-year-old walleye may only weigh about two pounds. The spawning period generally lasts from one to two weeks but if the water warms rapidly, spawning can be com-pleted in just a few days. A severe cold snap my interrupt spawning activity for several days. If there are repeated cold periods during the spawn, the females may reabsorb their eggs and not spawn at all. An individual female usually drops all of her eggs on the same night but all walleye do not ripen at the same time and it is common for some walleye to just begin to spawn while others have been finished for a week or more. After spawning the males stay near the spawning area for up to a month and begin to feed heavily. Female generally move out of the spawning area and do not feed for up to two weeks.

ALGONQUIN BOATING CATFISH CONSERVATION FISH FRY FISH HABITAT FISHING GEAR LAKE LIFE JACKET NORTHERN PIKE PICKEREL PROTECTION RIVER SALMON SHORELINE STURGEON SUCKER TROUT WHITEFISH

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Walleye (Pickerel) Ogash - Algonquin

Dore jaune - French

The name, "walleye," comes from the fact that their eyes, like those of cats, reflect light. The walleye is also known as “pickerel”. They are often unpredict-able, are constantly on the move and will bite like mad one day then disap-pear for a week for no apparent reason Walleye have big marble-like eyes which have a layer of reflective pigment in the retina. This gives walleye a built in advantage

Contact us : Ada Chevrier or Lindsay McLaren

28 Algonquin Ave. Timiskaming First Nation, QC J0Z 3B0

819-723-2019 Or e-mail us at : [email protected]


6:30 pm Sharp Entry Fee – $20

Extra 2 Strips - $5.00

Extra 4 Strips – $10.00 Specials & Jackpots - $1.00 each

New Programs and New Rules..!!

Any student looking for volunteer

school hours can call Dan at 819-723-2335

Dan Lavigne Cultural Coordinator 18 Algonquin Ave

Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec (819)723-2335

Thursday Night

Megwetch, Thank You, Merci

Kiwetin School

Parent Committee

Estelle Wabie for Head Start- Kindergarten

Twyla Wabie for Grades 1 & 2 Robin Chevrier for Grades 3& 4

Christine Chevrier for Grades 5&6 Lynn Simpson for Grades 7&8 Harold McKenzie and Wanda King are the two

members representing the community at large

The two Parent Committee members who are on LEA are: Harold McKenzie and Christine Chevrier

The next Parent Committee Meeting is scheduled for the following date:

May 19, 2011

All meetings will be in the Kiwetin School Gym starting at 6:30 pm

Learn a little today

and use it a lot Animwewinan - Conversations

1-Nidanishinâbewinan - I am Anishinâbe

2- _____________nidishinikâz - ____________is

my name.

3-Ân e`shinikâzoyin? - What is your name?

4-Gîn dash, ân e`shinikâzoyin?You then, what is

your name?

5-Ân e`kidonaniwag oho? - How do you say this?

6- Wegonen oho? - What is this?

7- Bekadj animwen - Speak slowly.

8- Ni-gagwe Anishinâbemonan - I`m trying to

speak Anishinâbe.

9- Bangî ninisidotân. - I understand a little

10- Gâwin ninisidotasîn.- I don`t understand

11- Gâwin âbidjî ninisidotasîn - I don`t understand

very much.

12- Ni-nisidotân ajâ - I understand now.

13- Ni gichi biziskitawa - I understand him perfectly.

14- Enabigis, ikidon mînâ. - Please, say it again.

15- Enabigis, gishîwen - Say it louder, please.

16- Ginôdâwan - I hear you.

17- Gâwin gi-nôdâwisinon - I cannot hear you.

18- Ân e`kidoyin? - What are you saying?

19- Ân e`kidodj? - What is he saying?


5 Stage Reverse Osmosis Water System

No more systems held in stock Available on order only

References Available 15 systems installed on the TFN

For information or to purchase Call Francis Robinson at 819-723-5173

Note: With seller installed - an option is to return the unit. If not satisfied for the pur-chase price LESS $5:00 per week usage.

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All are invited to

Join us in worship,

teaching and preaching

of the Word on

Tuesdays at 7:00 pm

at Karen Polson’s home

30 Richard’s Rd.

John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlast-ing life." For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved."

TFN Departments and

Health and Awareness Day

The TFN Health Centre and Administration Office

are hosting a Health and Program Information Day on

Saturday May 28, 2011

10:00am to 3:00pm

This fun filled event will take place at the

Kiwetin School Gym.

Prizes and Lunch will be available!

Come out and see what your

Community has to offer you!!


Offer of Employment The TFN is an equal opportunity employer and where members with equal qualifications will be given priority.

All the complete job postings are available at the Administration Office

Title: Student Summer Employment Program Coordinator (Project)

Department Social Development

Line of Authority Under the direction of the Social Development Coordinator

SUMMARY

Performs all aspects of coordination of students under the Summer Student Employment Program of the Timiskaming First Nation

Deadline: Friday, May 18, 2011 @ 12:00 noon

Title Radio Station Announcer

Department Economic Development

Line of Authority Under the direction of the Director of Economic Development

Summary

To help provide the TFN Community with continuous service from the Community Radio Station

Deadline: Thursday May 19, 2011 at 4:00pm

Applicants should be aware that the TFN has a pre-employment drug testing program.

All Positions have a 6 month probation period,

Anyone interested in the above positions are invited to submit their Resume along with a cover let-ter, all pertinent documentation, and reference list to:

TIMISKAMING FIRST NATION Attn: Nancy McBride

18 Algonquin Avenue (TFN) Notre-Dame du Nord, QC J0Z 3B0

OrEmail to: [email protected]

Title Sports Coordinator (Project)

Department Social Development Coordinator

Line of Authority Under the supervision of the Social Development Coordinator

Summary:

The TFN Sports Coordinator will address the issue of inactivity and boredom amongst the children

and youth (6 – 16 yrs) by organizing and encouraging physical activity that will lead to a healthier

life style.

Deadline: Friday, May 18, 2011 @ 12:00 noon

mailto:[email protected]


We reserve the right to a pre-selection of interested can-didates. Priority will be given to those whom meet the

qualification and are of Al-gonquin and/or First Nation ancestry. Only those re-tained will be contacted for an interview.

Offer of Employment

Title: Human Resources and Sustainable Development Community Coordinator (HRSDCC) Terms of Employment: 6 month probationary period with the possibility of continuous employment

Anticipated Start Date: June 6, 2011 (tentative) Location: Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec Summary Role: The AN-HRSD is seeking an individual who will assist the organization in realizing its’

mission which is to enable our clients to achieve their goals for self-sufficiency through meaningful and sustainable employment by providing the best possible services and

support in career counselling, training, development and access to employment. Description: Under the direct supervision of the AN-HRSD Director the Coordinator’s duties will include, but not limited to, the fol-lowing:

Work with and act as a liaison with the community members of TFN in relation to training and employment opportu-

nities;

To work in close collaboration with the Coordinator of Partnerships and Marketing targeting the private and public

sectors for employment and partnership opportunities;

Work and assist the corporation in meeting its mandate;

Provide adequate reports and follow-ups of projects and participants to the AN-HRSD Corporation and Service Can-

ada by utilizing the software provided;

Keep accurate and current records of projects and clientele;

Meet one-on-one with clients to service their employability needs: employment counselling, funding, proper refer-

rals to other organizations, resume/cover letter writing, applying for E.I. benefits, job searching, etc;

Write proposals in order to access alternative funding;

Prepare project and training requests to be presented to the AN-HRSD decision making body for approval/

disapproval;

Work with off reserve clients through the Urban Strategy Program;

Work in close collaboration with partners and potential partners to offset expenses, serve client needs and to create

a database of employers;

Ensure that all documents that have been approved are signed by the authorized signatories;

Do follow ups on the clients and partnerships with the public and private sector;

Provide a minimum level of service to all First Nation Peoples.

Qualifications:

Must possess a high school diploma and/or diploma in human resources or a related field

Must have a good command of the English Language with Basic French being an asset (or be willing to learn

French)

Must be a team player

Be available for travel as required

Must have good interpersonal skills

Must respect and adhere to confidentiality

Excellent computer skills required

Knowledge and understanding of human resources terminology

Knowledge of the Algonquin Language would be an asset

Deadline for Application: May 25, 2011

Please forward resume and cover letter to: Velma Stanger

Director of ANHRSD

6 Kateri Street Notre Dame du Nord, QC

J0Z 3B0


Wabikone Kizis – Flower Moon – wabi-ko-nee key-sis - May - The fifth moon of Creation is Flower

Moon, where all plants display their Spirit sides for the entire world to see. This life giving energy is one the most powerful healing medicines on Mother Earth. During this moon we are encouraged

Manadjita-ganiwan

Metisowini Kijigan

Anjeni Kijigan

Sozep Kijigan

Ish-piniganiwan

Chibayatigo Kijigan

Mini Kijigan

1

2 3 Council Meeting

4 5 Spaghetti Lunch

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

6 TFN Algonquin Mother Earth Water Walk

10:00 am

7 Spring Bingo Drum

Workshop

8

Mother’s Day

9

10

11

Information

Session on mining

7:00 pm Community Hall

12

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

13

I am a Kind Man Initiative

Feast

14

I am a Kind Man Initiative

Workshop

15 16 Council Meeting

17

Full Moon

Ceremony

18 Remedial Plan Meeting 6:30

Community Hall

19

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

20

21

22 23

24

25 26 Senors/Elders

Com. Meeting

Senior Unit 1:30pm

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

27 28 TFN Departments and Health Awareness Day 10-3 - Gym

29 30

Council Meeting

31

1

2

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

3 4

5 6 7 8 9 Submissions deadline for next Newsletter: Wednesday May 25, 2011 at 12:00 pm. The Newsletter will be circulated on Friday May 27, 2011

TFN Newsletter and

Learning Resource Center

24 Algonquin Ave.

Notre Dame du Nord, QC - J0Z 3B0

Tel: 819-723-2335

Fax: 819-723-2353

e-mail: [email protected]

New Moon: May 3

First Quarter: May 10

Full Moon: May 17

Last Quarter: May 24

If you have dates of up coming community events that you would like to see on the calendar, please contact Dan Lavigne at : 819 -723-2335 or by e-mail: [email protected]

Wabikone Kizis

Flower Moon

May

Activity Calendar

Newsletter-May 13, 2011

Documents

Transcript of Newsletter-May 13, 2011