Captain Rodney Barnaby selected as "Best Captain" at the APC Annual Aboriginal Fisheries Awards Gala

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Several months ago, the Fisheries Sector received nomination forms to nominate deserving individuals involved in fisheries to be recognized at the Annual Aboriginal Fisheries Awards.

We submitted Captain Rodney Barnaby’s name and we are extremely happy to inform you that he was selected as “Best Captain” and will be given this honour at the: APC Annual Aboriginal Fisheries Awards Gala Presentation Reception and Dinner, to be held at Crown Plaza Hotel, Moncton, N.B. on Tuesday evening, February 5, 2013

Specific Claims Webinar

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 Specific Claims Webinar

 

On January 28th, 2013 from 3-6pm there will be a Specific Claims webinar broadcasted live via the internet concerning the Specific Land Claim Settlement.

This webinar will be information based as well as interactive, the team of experts will answer questions that the community submits via Facebook, the Listuguj.ca website, and questions asked at public meetings.

To view the webinar:

  • Go to www.blogtv.com
  • If you wish to register click “sign up” and follow the instructions.
  • In the search field type in “Listugujmigmaqgov” and the link will appear.
  • Finally begin viewing.

Persons are encouraged to submit their questions to Mike Isaac at:

 Please continue to submit questions and feedback to the following sources:

 

Information Collected At The CCP Workshops Held December 10th-12th

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The Cities and Environment Unit team led a community planning workshop and focus group sessions from December 10-12 in Listuguj. On Tuesday, December 11 two sessions were held at the Bingo Hall that was open to the whole community. There were also two focus groups done with elders and high school students at SSHS.

The planning team introduced the Community Plan process and hosted discussions about community strengths, root causes, and issues. Strengths are assets and resources that the community can build on. Issues are things that cause concern and that people would like to see change. Root causes are the things that the community feels are the reasons why things happen the way they do.

Attached is the raw data that was collected from the workshops held from December 10th-12th:

CCP First Workshop Results – Issues

CCP First Workshop Results – Strengths-High School

CCP First Workshop Results – Strengths

CCP First Workshop Results – Root Causes

Information packet for community members

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Information packet for community members

At the community meeting on Tuesday January 15th, 2013 it was requested that information be distributed to the community, therefore enclosed in this information package you will find:

 

Please continue to submit questions and feedback to the following sources:

Henry Vicaire Appointed Chief of Police

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Henry Vicaire Appointed Chief of Police 

On December 19th, 2012 Henry Vicaire was appointed Chief of Police for the Listuguj Police Department.

In a duly convened council meeting it was put forward and was unanimously decided that Henry Vicaire will fill the role of Chief of Police. This motion was moved by Councillor Calvin Barnaby and was seconded by Councillor Serge Gray.

Click Here For Order in Council

Please continue to submit questions and feedback to the following sources:

 

Community Meeting January 15th, 2013

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Community Meeting January 15th, 2013

There will be a community meeting held at the Listuguj Community Center (Bingo Hall), on January 15th, 2013 at 6:30pm.

Members of Chief and Council will be present to:

·        Debrief the community on the events that took place at the meetings in Ottawa.

·        To discuss the “idle No More” Movement.

·        To seek community input and suggestions as to how to proceed in the future.

Please continue to submit questions and feedback to the following sources:

Website: www.listuguj.ca

LMG Facebook:www.facebook.ca/lismiggov

 E-mail: specificclaims@listuguj.ca

Communication Officer michael.isaac@listuguj.ca

Listuguj Mi’gmaq Chief Dean Vicaire to Attend Meeting with the Prime Minister

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 Listuguj Mi’gmaq Chief Dean Vicaire to Attend Meeting with the Prime Minister

 January 10, 2013 (Listuguj, Gespe’gewa’gi) – The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government is pleased to announce that Chief Dean Vicaire has accepted the responsibility to speak on behalf of the Atlantic Policy Congress (APC) of First Nation Chiefs at the working meeting between a delegation of First Nations Leaders and Prime Minister Stephen Harper to be held on Friday January 11, 2013 in Ottawa. Chief Vicaire was unanimously selected to speak by the APC Chiefs in Assembly in Moncton on January 8, 2013.  At the working meeting with the Prime Minister, Chief Vicaire is expected to be alongside Chiefs Candice Paul and Deborah Robinson, and Grand Chief Ben Sylliboy of the Mi’gmaq Grand Council.

 Chief Vicaire emphasized to the Mi’gmaq Chiefs in Assembly at the preparatory meeting that Mi’gmaq Aboriginal and Treaty Rights must be implemented on Mi’gmaq terms. Chief Vicaire stated that the time is now for Mi’gmaq leaders to act and put forth detailed proposals for permanent solutions to political, legal, economic, and social issues.

  At the APC meeting on January 8, 2013 Chief Vicaire stated:

 “The Omnibus Bill C-45, the Indian Act and policies of Indian Affairs, including the mountain of bureaucratic red tape and hoops we are made to jump through for crumbs we get, are unacceptable. Friday’s meeting with Prime Minister Harper will be a step towards dismantling the current governing systems that threaten our way of life,”

 Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn Atleo, in his January 7, 2013 communique, stated:

 “Further to my letter to all Chiefs December 29, 2012, it is absolutely clear that our solutions must be grounded in our homes and in our territories, reflective of our rights and sacred responsibilities. We continue to encourage community and community level engagement of all citizens in order to determine priorities and strategies reflective of the unique challenges and circumstances of each Nation. The regional, Treaty and national organizations continue to stand with you and are prepared to support these strategies and approaches as set by each Nation. This is our role and our way – supporting and backing community-driven solutions that come from our rights, responsibilities and our peoples.”

 National Chief Shawn Atleo will lead the delegation of First Nations leaders in their meeting with the Prime Minister.

 For more information contact:

Mike Isaac, Communication Officer:

michael.isaac@listuguj.ca

Tel: 418-788-2136

Listuguj Community Health Services Public Service Announcement

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The Listuguj Community Health Services, in collaboration with the Listuguj Youth Center, is pleased to announce the launch of out 12 week ‘Gesig’ Challenge.

The purpose of this challenge is to promote healthy eating, physical activity, and emotional wellness, while decreasing health risks amongst our First Nation people.

We are looking for teams of 5 members, and each Team include at least one Elder (60+) and one teenager (13-19 years old). They must also designate a Health and Wellness Champion for the Team.

Teams and individuals are encouraged to register & participate.

Registration will take plan January 21st, 2013 at the Listuguj Youth Center from 9am to 1pm. (Please note that registration will take approximately 15 min to complete).

Individual handbooks will be available to all participants to help you track your own progress. LCHS looks forward to seeing you at our registration on the 21st of January and congratulates you on your commitment towards your health for 2013.