COVID-19 Update – December 31, 2020

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Today, as of 2:30 p.m., the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government (LMG) is confirming 6 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total of active cases in our community to 9. One community member remains in the hospital. Two community members have recovered since the beginning of the pandemic. The current active cases are related to close contact with an individual who travelled to our region from an identified ‘Red Zone’ and did not self-isolate.

Listuguj Community Health Services (LCHS) has mobilized and is providing support to all those affected. To get a full picture of our situation, community members are encouraged to get tested if they feel they may have come in contact with the virus (more info below). Please respect the privacy of the families impacted and of those seeking testing. 

Important Notices:

  • The LMG will be closed until January 11, 2020. Critical and essential services will continue. Critical/essential staff will be contacted by their Director.
  • The Unified Command continues to meet and are assessing our evolving situation. Next steps will be determined once all the data becomes available.
  • COVID Testing is available for Listuguj residents at the CLSC in Pointe-à-la-Croix, without an appointment, to get tested from Monday to Friday from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (NB Time). They will be open on New Years’ Day. CLSC requires that you limit one person per vehicle for drive-ins.
  • Alternatively, you can make a COVID Testing appointment by calling 1 (877) 644-4545.
  • Psychosocial support is available.

It’s important to understand that we each play an important role in keeping the virus at bay. Each and everyone one of us has a responsibility to our loved ones and our community to keep each other safe by following the health and safety protocols put in place. Please wash your hands, practice proper cough etiquette, social distance, refrain from social gatherings, and wear a mask in public.

Furthermore, we are stressing again that those people traveling to Listuguj from an identified ‘Red Zone’ must self-isolate upon entry. Listuguj Residents traveling to a ‘Red Zone’ overnight must self-isolate upon return. Listuguj residents traveling for a day trip for essential purposes (i.e. work, school, medical appointments, custody arrangements, and necessities of life) are not required to self-isolate but must follow health and safety measures listed on our website.

COVID-19 Update – Testing Available Without Appointment

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Following yesterday’s announcement, Quebec Public Health has indicated that any Listuguj resident who is worried about COVID-19 may go to the CLSC in Pointe-à-la-Croix without an appointment to get tested.

While contact tracing is completed, we ask that all residents remain vigilant in following our community’s health and safety guidelines. Quebec Public Health will be in contact with those who may have come in close contact with the virus.

Please keep your ‘bubbles’ small, always wear a mask in public, and continue to practice social distancing, wash your hands regularly and clean frequently touched surfaces in your home.

Three Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Listuguj

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government is confirming three (3) new cases of COVID-19 in Listuguj. Since the beginning of the pandemic our community has had a total of five cases, two have since fully recovered. The current active cases are travel related and contact tracing is underway. 

Quebec Public Health will be in contact with those who may have come in close contact with the virus. The three individuals who have tested positive are self-isolating, and their health is being monitored by public health. One person is currently in hospital. Listuguj Community Health Services is available to provide support to those impacted.

If you are worried about COVID-19 or display symptoms, you can call 1 (877) 644-4545 to schedule a test. 

We understand it’s been difficult to not spend the holidays with those you love. Now more than ever, we’re relying on your on-going sacrifice to help us keep our community safe. Please keep your ‘bubbles’ small, organize online/virtual gatherings when possible, and continue to practice social distancing, wash your hands regularly and clean frequently touched surfaces in your home.

Our emergency response team and Unified Command have planned for this. Our protocols have been very successful to date and we are ready for all possibilities. 

Updates will be provided as they become available.

Holiday Gatherings 2020

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to wish you a safe holiday season. Our offices will be closed from December 19th, 2020 to January 3rd, 2020.

As we celebrate with family, please remember to keep your gatherings small. We must all continue our efforts in adhering to our community’s COVID-19 guidelines. Remember to always wear a mask in public, practice social distancing, and wash your hands regularly as well as frequently touched surfaces in your home.

For more information on our travel guidelines, please consult our previous update here.

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LMCP Spotlight Winner for December 2020

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Victoria LaBillois, December LMCP Spotlight Winner

Congratulations Victoria LaBillois – December 2020 Spotlight Winner!

Victoria was nominated for being an award-winning woman! Her dedication to her community, family, and her aspirations for inspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs has earned her many accolades, most recently “Top 100 Most Powerful Women” by Women’s Executive Network in November 2019 and 2020. She supports native women from coast to coast, and especially here in Listuguj. She regularly challenges those around her to seize the day and take the leap into entrepreneurship.
Two of her favourite quotes show how she advocates for the strengths of others and inspires them to be better:

“Step into your power. When you walk into a room, own that room. When you walk up to a podium, own that podium”.

“When the going gets tough, the tough put on lipstick”.

Reminder that I am continuously accepting nominations for the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Community Plan (LMCP) monthly Spotlight. If you know or see anyone making a difference and implementing our 4 actions areas, I encourage you to nominate them and let them be recognized!

The LMCP 4 Action Areas are:

1) Healthy Community

2) Environmental and Natural Resource Stewardship

3) Entrepreneurship and Employment

4) Mi’gmaq Laws and Governance

Forms can be downloaded here and emailed to Felicia.mitchell@listuguj.ca or dropped off at the Band Office.

 

Felicia Mitchell

Interim-LMCP Coordinator

COVID-19 Update for Christmas Holiday

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We understand that community members and residents are seeking clarification on Listuguj’s position following the Premier’s announcement. Our position is that we are not Quebec; and our interpretation of risk differs. It is important to note, that Quebec’s decision to extend restrictions reflects their current position and the situation they are facing. Listuguj is in a different situation and our position reflects that.

Throughout the pandemic, Listuguj has maintained a heightened health and safety plan resulting in only 2 cases in our community. Both have since fully recovered and at the time posed no risk to community spread. Our success is based on the efforts of our community members in following the measures put forth from our government. These measures have proven to be successful, and we will continue to follow the same measures moving forward.

  • After examining the available health information and data, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government and the Alaqsite’w Gitpu School will remain closed from December 19th, 2020 to January 3rd, 2021.
  • Listuguj residents traveling overnight to ‘Red Zones’ for non-essential reasons will be required to self-isolate for 14 days upon return. Listuguj residents traveling for a day trip for essential purposes (i.e. work, school, medical appointments, custody arrangements, and necessities of life) are not required to self-isolate but must follow health and safety measures listed on our website.

Rest assured; we continue to monitor the situation closely. To ensure our continued success, the Unified Command will work throughout the holiday season to ensure that if changes are needed, Listuguj will be ready.

Let’s all continue to do our part in keeping our community safe. Stay local this holiday season and #ShopListuguj.

Partial Closure – Power Outage

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Due to the power outage in the community, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will remain closed until 1:00 p.m.

Community Support Reminder – NB Registration

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This is a reminder that the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government continues to assist community members and residents with their New Brunswick travel registration. If you are experiencing difficulties with your registration and require assistance, please contact Christy Metallic or Kelly Barnaby at 418-788-2136.

Please note that the LMG will be closed from Monday, December 21st, 2020 to Friday, January 1st, 2021. If you need to travel to New Brunswick during the holidays, we ask that you please plan your travel in advance and contact Christy or Kelly this week to pre-register.

Residents can also register online at www.gnb.ca/TravelRegistration or by calling toll free at 1-833-948-2800 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Atlantic time).

Shop Listuguj This Holiday Season

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As part of the Economic Development Unit’s effort to support businesses, we are launching a #ShopListuguj Campaign.

The #ShopListuguj Campaign is the perfect time to explore how our beautiful community contributes to the local economy.  Many of our local businesses offer products from unique Indigenous handcrafted items to decorating ideas, and gift cards. Some also offer gift certificates for their unique services, which you can give to friends and every member of your family.

A majority of our small businesses are locally owned and operated, and supporting our own entrepreneurs in the community is a win-win situation, as it helps our own Mi’gmaq people as well as retaining money in the community.

Look for products made locally, as well as those that are being sold by local Mi’gmaq because we will be drawing a $100 gift certificate for anyone who uses the #ShopListuguj hashtag on either Facebook or Instagram. Please make sure your posts are public.  Since we want to maintain a healthy positive community, excluded purchases such as alcohol, tobacco and cannabis items will not be accepted.

Message from the Health and Safety Team

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Winter time is now upon us. During this frigid season we must remember to take certain precautions to stay safe. When outdoors, wear appropriate footwear for the winter. Winter boots have better traction than summer or indoor footwear, so consider bringing summer/indoor footwear to work and change in the office/workplace.

The use of ice cleats may also help with traction outdoors. However, be careful when travelling indoors on hard surfaces. Cleats will have the reverse effect.

Parking lots and walkways are common places for slips/falls during the winter. Please exercise caution as black ice may be present at entry points/parking lots.

Making sure they are kept clean of ice and snow is very important.  If they are not frequently maintained during the day, have a bucket of salt/sand with a small shovel available where needed. We all can take a few minutes to help by spreading out some salt/sand. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

When walking over an icy patch, try walking like a penguin. Remember, keep your hands out of your pockets to keep your balance.