Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife Program

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The Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife program (GFW) is new to the Natural Resources Directorate. The purpose of the program is to monitor resource use activities on the land and water; to ensure conservation and protection of natural resources; and to protect and exercise our Mi’gmaq aboriginal and treaty rights. The function of the LMG Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife program is to promote and encourage compliance with our Mi’gmaq laws, resource management plans and policies particularly around lobster and moose resources. Key responsibility is to conduct monitor activities on Gespe’gewa’gi lands and waters on behalf of the Listuguj Mi’gmaq nation.

This Sunday GFW monitors will take to the water and lands. Fall lobster fishery begins Sunday and Moose harvest monitoring begins Monday. Natural Resources has been working on a moose harvest policy to address the issue of encroachment on Gespe’gewa’gi lands by hunters from other nations. There is a need to respect protocols between nations. As such, it’s important that “guests” request permission to hunt within our territory. It’s important to monitor activities for safety and conservation purposes. With regards to the lobster fall fishery, GFW will monitor the fishery and work to ensure our fishers are able to exercise our communal aboriginal and treaty rights, and that the fishery is conducted according to the management plan put forth by the community.

LMG Supports Mi’gmaq Communities in Nova Scotia

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The LMG supports the Mi’gmaq communities in Nova Scotia exercising their right to sell lobster under the Peace and Friendship Treaties and conducting fall fisheries governed by their own laws and fishing plans. It has been 260 years since our treaties were signed and 21 years since Marshall. We have waited long enough. If the DFO won’t provide a regulatory framework that allows us to exercise our rights, then we can do that for ourselves. Self-government. Self-determination.

Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife Monitors: upholding Mi’gmaq treaty rights

Capital and Infrastructure Temporary Program

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Capital and Infrastructure would like to announce a temporary program to assist with costs of labour and repairs for applicants who do not currently qualify for the Repairs Policy. This is a one-time extraordinary measure that may be cancelled and is limited by our repairs budget and available resources. The Capital and Infrastructure’s housing department may provide assistance for either materials OR labour for projects of no more than $5,000. Homeowners will be solely responsible for providing oversight for the project and hiring the contractor or workers.

Elders’ repairs will be prioritized. Applicants will be served on a “first-come, first-serve” basis until limited budget is spent.

THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION IS:

September 25th, 2020

To apply to this program, contact REPAIRS at 418-788-3022. You will need to describe the scope of the repairs. This program does NOT cover aesthetic work and is not applicable for applicants with arrears.

Community Announcement

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The Listuguj Migmaq Government takes the health and safety of our residents very seriously. We are closely monitoring the situation in the lower St. Lawrence and Avignon regions.

Chief Darcy Gray has confirmed with the Government of New Brunswick that there will be no changes for Listuguj residents at the Campbellton access point, at this time. Residents may continue to use their single-use and multi-passes and will not be impacted by GNB’s recent announcement to close the access point in Edmundston.

Our government will continue to engage with the Government of New Brunswick and will provide timely updates as they happen.

As cases in surrounding regions become more prevalent it’s important to remember that we all play a part in keeping our community safe. Please continue to practice social distancing, good hygiene, and wearing your masks in public. Try to limit your daily outings to essential travel as our situation may change rapidly. Please visit https://listuguj.ca/covid-19-prevention/ for a list of symptoms to look out for as well as the best ways to prevent the spread of infections.

Community Notice – Additional Health and Safety Measures

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As a proactive measure due to the start of school and increased interaction between community members, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will be implementing additional health and safety measures to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19. Starting tomorrow, September 16th, 2020 and until further notice, all LMG employees will be required to wear masks in the common areas of their buildings (hallways, staff rooms, reception areas, etc.). Visitors are still required to wear masks for the duration of their visit.

Please note that this is a minimum requirement. This new measure will not contravene stricter measures established by a directorate.

The Health and Safety team will begin another round of building inspections starting tomorrow to ensure that all work environments are compliant with LMG standards. Thank you for your cooperation.

Call for Tender – Caplin Road Storm Lift Station

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has released a call for tender for the construction of a new storm lift station on Caplin Road. The deadline to submit a bid is September 28, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. NB time.

Tender documents can be viewed on SEAO or Merx.

Reminder to Wear Masks in Public

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to remind community members and residents that it is mandatory for people aged 10 and over to wear a mask in public indoor spaces, grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, and businesses. We ask that all community members and residents accessing services at LMG buildings wear a mask.

When accessing services at the band office, we also ask that you make an appointment before your visit. Appointments can be made directly with the person you intend to meet. Our staff will provide you with further instruction before your arrival.

The Listuguj Community Health Services have additional measures in place in preparation for the upcoming flu season. Please click here to view all additional measures.

These measures will remain in effect until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation.

Notice of Nomination Meeting

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Notice is hereby given that a meeting for the Listuguj Mi’gmaq First Nation eligible voters will be held at the Listuguj Community Development Centre (Bingo Hall), 42 Dundee Road in Listuguj on Friday, the 25th day of September, 2020, beginning at 1:00 p.m. and lasting for at least three hours. The purpose of this meeting is to nominate candidates for the positions of (1) chief and (12) councillors on the Band Council of the Listuguj Band, for the ensuing term.

This election will be held at the Listuguj Community Development Centre (Bingo Hall), 42 Dundee Road in Listuguj, on Saturday, the 7th day of November, 2020.

If you have moved within the last two years, please update your mailing address with the Deputy Electoral Officer, Christine (Tina) Barnaby, to ensure that you receive your ballot. She can be reached at 418-788-2136 or tinabarnaby@listuguj.ca. In your email, please provide us with your date of birth or previous address to confirm your identity.

Social Assistance Community Notice

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To all Social Assistance recipients,   Please be informed that as of October 1, 2020 the monthly declaration cards will be distributed in the mail. They must be signed and […]

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Community Announcement – 2020 Lobster Fall Fisheries

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The 2020 Lobster Food Fishery will begin September 20, 2020 at 6:00am and end October 4, 2020 at 6:00pm. The effort allocated for this season will be 235 traps for a total of 14 days. The LMG will fish 60 tags, and the remaining 175 tags will be divided amongst the Fishers. Vessels and Fishers must register with the Natural Resource Directorate (NRD). Community members wanting tags can register at the NRD. Please see the attached Schedule.

If you have questions or concerns, do no hesitate to contact the Natural Resources Directorate at (418) 788-3022. Please note, no disrespectful behaviours towards employees will be tolerated, and could result in denial of service.

Vessel Registration and Vessel Safety

If you are a vessel owner, and would like to participate in the fall lobster fishery, you must meet the following conditions:

  • Vessels must be owned by a Listuguj band member (proof of ownership is required).
  • Vessels must be registered with the Natural Resource Directorate (see ‘VESSEL REGISTRATION’ form below).
  • Vessels need to meet the safety and environmental requirements outlined in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program (https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/small-vessel-compliance-program).
  • We encourage vessel owners to register with Transport Canada. The NRD can assist you in your registration.
  • If multiple fishers are sharing one vessel, there cannot be more than three (3) fishers per vessel. There are no limits on deckhands.

Applications were accepted until September 11th at 4:30 p.m.

The Fisheries Coordinator will contact you if your registration was accepted.

Fisher Information

If you are a community member who would like to fish lobster this fall, you must meet the following conditions:

  • Fishers must register with the NRD (see ‘FISHER REGISTRATION’ form below).
  • Fishers have access to a proper lobster-fishing vessel that is registered with the Natural Resource Directorate.
  • All Fishers must be a Listuguj band member.
  • Fishers are required to sign a lessee agreement.
  • Fishers are required to honor individual tag holder agreements.
  • All Fishers must respect the Conservation Harvesting Plan, Order in Councils, and community License Conditions.
  • All traps must be tagged using the Gespe’gewa’gi Fisheries Tag provided by NRD
  • All Fishers must have access to the own fishing and safety gear.
  • If multiple fishers are sharing one vessel, there cannot be more than three (3) fishers per vessel. There are no limits on deckhands.
  • All fishers must be onboard to check their respective trap. Fishers cannot check the traps of another fisher. Special circumstances must be pre-approved with the Fisheries Coordinator if you cannot check your own traps.

Applications were accepted until September 11th at 4:30 p.m.

The Fisheries Coordinator will contact you if your registration was accepted.

Community Tag Distribution Information

If you wish to receive a tag, and have a fisher catch lobster for you, you must register in person at the natural resource building from Monday, September 14, 2020 to Thursday, September 17, 2020 during regular working hours.

  • There are 175 tags available for community members. First come first serve basis.
  • To avoid delays in your application, please be ready to identify your Fisher of choice.
  • There is no guarantee your tag will go to your Fisher of your choice, and may be given to another fisher.
  • The NRD will give your tag to the fisher directly.
  • If you receive a tag, you cannot get lobster from the community line-up or Elder delivery. Your lobster will come from the Fisher.

Lobster Cooking and Distribution

Cooking will occur each day of fishing. All lobster will be cooked at the Natural Resource garage building. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. everyday. Please wear your mask and respect social distancing!

  • Community members must arrive on-site to receive cooked lobster.
  • First come, first serve basis!
  • Lobster availability depends on weather conditions and catches.
  • Listen to CHRQ for schedule changes!

Elder & Disability Delivery

Community elders and disability patients can contact Joanne Martin at (418) 788-3022 to get their name on the delivery list. Delivery days will be on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays until the season ends. To be on the delivery list, you must call Joanne Martin each delivery day.

Click here to download the Fall 2020 lobster fishery schedule.