Public Security Announcement

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*** Winter Storm Warning***

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to remind the community that an impending significant snow storm is forecasted for today into tomorrow. Heavy snowfall amount with high winds will diminish visibility that may lead to road closures for travelers.  It is inadvisable for lengthy road travel at this time.

Weather media outlets have issued Winter Storm Warnings for Friday.

LMG would like to remind community members that during periods of heavy snowfall and high winds to minimize pedestrian traffic as Public Works vehicles will be circulating to keep public roadways opened. Also, please remember to park motor vehicles off the roadway.

Make sure provisions such as food and water are available in the event of a power outage. For families with elders and vulnerable persons, please monitor closely and contact the Listuguj Police Department for any emergencies.

Please bring in your pets as they will be vulnerable to the climate and secure movable articles on your property in anticipation of high winds.

Please do not throw snow onto the public roadways or private property.

Head Start Registration

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Head Start registration forms for September students are ready to be picked up at 6B Pacific Drive directly behind the Medical Center. For more information, please contact Tina Martin at 418-788-3041 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Social Media Reminder

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to remind the community that all official communications are released on the LMG website, social media pages and other streams of communication. This same policy applies to the LMG directorates that have their own official websites and social media.

Information that is posted online by any other entity is deemed to not be official LMG communications.

Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

Information Note – Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV)

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INFORMATION NOTE

 

DATE:                      February 3, 2020

TO:                          Health and Social Services Directors

FROM:                    First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Health and Social Services Commission

SUBJECT:               Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV)


Context

A new coronavirus was detected in the city of Wuhan, China. The start of the outbreak caused by this new 2019 coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is strongly associated with exposure to a seafood and live animal market located in this city. The discovery of the first cases was reported on December 31, 2019 and the market was closed on January 1, 2020.

The mode of transmission is not yet well known. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed human-to-human transmission. Research is underway to learn more about the modes of transmission and virulence of 2019-nCoV.

Since January 30, 2020, the WHO has declared the 2019-nCoV outbreak in China to be a public health emergency of international concern.

 

Current situation

  • The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has assessed that the public health risk associated with 2019-nCoV is low for Canada and for Canadian travelers. A risk assessment will be carried out as new information becomes available.
  • The risk of travelers importing the 2019-nCoV is currently considered low but cannot be completely ruled out. If a case were to be confirmed in Quebec, the risk of transmission of the disease in the communities would also remain low.
  • In Quebec, as of January 29, 2020, no probable or confirmed case of the 2019-nCoV has been reported.

 

Recommendations

If you need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact Marie-Noëlle Caron, Public Health Advisor, at 418-842-1540, ext. 2707, or at mncaron@cssspnql.com.

LMCP Spotlight Winner for February

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Donna Metallic, February LMCP Spotlight Winner

Congratulations Donna Metallic, our February 2020 spotlight winner!! Donna does amazing work at highlighting our LMCP’s action areas. She was nominated for empowering Mi’gmaq women by promoting and guiding others through a healthy lifestyle.

Thank you Donna for working towards our vision for future generations .

Reminder that nominations for March 2020 are now being accepted! Fill out a form here and spotlight someone who deserves recognition!

Alexandra Barnaby Willett

Listuguj Mi’gmaq Community Plan Coordinator