Update from the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

The Listuguj Chief and Council, in collaboration with senior management, has approved the extended closure of the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government based on the recommendation of the Emergency Response Team. LMG offices will remain closed until Wednesday, April 15, 2020. This decision will be re-assessed before the official return date and communicated to our community members, staff, and public.

 

COVID-19 Updates as of March 24, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.:

  • There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Listuguj.
  • Today, the Premier of New Brunswick briefly discussed inter-provincial border access during the province’s daily public update. The purpose was to reflect that public health remains a top priority and to balance how people need to have access – but to do it safely. The LMG is aware of this need and is working collaboratively with the Government of New Brunswick.
  • The LMG website has been converted to meet the communication demands of COVID-19. Please consult the LMG website or LMG social media pages for up-to-date information regarding the LMG’s response to COVID-19.

 

Chief and Council would like to take this opportunity to thank our essential personnel for their on-going dedication and service to our community. Your efforts do not go unseen. Wela’lieg.

Council Asking Non-Essential Service Providers to Close Business

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The Listuguj Chief and Council and the Emergency Response team are jointly urging businesses who provide non-essential services to close amid the increased risk of spreading COVID-19. 

Council is asking all non-essential service providers to close business by 12 p.m. noon Friday, March 27, 2020. Businesses that can close sooner are strongly encouraged to do so.

Only businesses offering the following essential services can remain open:

  • Convenience stores
  • Cannabis retailers
  • Gas stations
  • Repair services (construction, electrical, plumbing, and heating)

These additional measures were not taken lightly but were deemed necessary to ensure the public health and safety of our community members. We would like to thank you for your cooperation and understanding during these difficult times. 

If you are a business owner with operations within Listuguj Lands and you would like to get up to date information regarding emergency management measures, sign up for our business email list by contacting Natalia Caplin at natalia.caplin@listuguj.ca.

 

Additional Measures Implemented by the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government

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The Listuguj Chief and Council, in collaboration with the COVID-19 Emergency Response Team are advising community members that additional measures have been deemed necessary to help curb the potential spread of COVID-19 in our community.

The following measures have been approved by Council, and take effect immediately:

  • The gas station and convenience stores (selling food and other necessities) are essential and can remain open. All essential businesses operating within Listuguj Lands are required to take the appropriate measures of reducing the risk of transmitting COVID-19, which includes disinfecting frequently touched surfaces and providing stations for customers/staff to wash or sanitize their hands.
  • Non-essential visits to Listuguj (e.g. gambling) increases the risk of exposing our community members to COVID-19. Effective immediately, all gaming operations within Listuguj Lands are directed to cease operations until further notice.
  • Cannabis stores with temporary permits, are required to adjust their hours of operation from 12 noon to 8 p.m. This is in addition to taking the appropriate measures of disinfecting frequently touched surfaces and providing stations for customers/staff to wash or sanitize their hands.
  • All community gathering locations including churches and other such buildings/facilities are directed to be closed to the public.
  • Community members are strongly urged to stay home and practice social distancing. In doing so, it is advised to only leave the house for essential purposes (e.g. groceries, medical, etc.).

These additional measures have been adopted by Council to help minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our community and to protect our most vulnerable populations. It is up to each one of us to do our part to reduce the spread of this virus, and we MUST take these measures seriously. Chief and Council would like to thank our local businesses that voluntarily took appropriate measures to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19.

Other measures will be considered at the next meeting of the COVID-19 Emergency Response Team, schedule for early this week, as well as a review of the questions and concerns being raised and how to best respond going forward. We again thank everyone for their patience, understanding and efforts to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Together we can and will make a difference, just as we always have.

In Peace and Friendship,

 

Chief Darcy Gray

Economic Development Update

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Attention to Listugujewaq youth who have recently turned 18 and would like to make their Per Capita Distribution (PCD) application. Felicia Mitchell will be in office on Wednesday, March 25th, from 9 am to 12 noon. Please contact reception at 418-788-2136 from 9 am to 12 noon March 23-24th to schedule your appointment. If you have any questions, you can contact her by email; Felicia.mitchell@listuguj.ca. Mail in applications will still be accepted up until March 31st, 2020.

For in person applications, you will need to bring (2) valid IDs (examples are Status Card, Birth Certificate, Medicare, Passport, Driver’s License) and a copy of your bank deposit information. You can find the instructions for the PCD at www.listuguj.ca/forms.

 

Lands & Membership Out of Office

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We would like to inform the community that the Lands & Membership department will be out of the office for training the week of June 3rd, 2019.  Services will resume on Monday, June 10th, 2019.

To make an appointment with either Shoshana Isaac or Tina Barnaby, please call 418-788-2136.

Economic Development Unit Calling out to Small Businesses

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The Economic Development Unit is looking to update their business registry which will in turn be used for “shop local” promotion on the LMG website. Contact information may be used for invites to future workshops or events tailored to entrepreneurs.
 
You can contact Felicia Mitchell, Economic Development Admin Assistant, at 418-788-2136 or by email Felicia.mitchell@listuguj.ca to submit or update your information.

Moratorium on Hunting in Listuguj territory

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The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform Kahnawa’kehró:non that it has received notice from the Mi’gmaq community of Listuguj in regard to hunting practices on its territory.

According to a letter sent to Grand Chief Joseph Tokwiro Norton by Listuguj Chief Darcy Gray, respectful hunting practices are not being followed by Kahnawà:ke hunters on Mi’gmaq territory, and that the issue needs to be addressed between the Councils. As a result, the Listuguj Chief and Council has declared a moratorium restricting access to their community’s hunting territory until a protocol is developed.

In addition to the letter, Chief Gray came to Kahnawà:ke last week to meet with Grand Chief Norton to further inform him of his community’s concerns. The issue was discussed at this past Monday’s weekly Council meeting, where Grand Chief Norton and Ietsénhaienhs Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer were given the responsibility on behalf of the MCK to address the issue with the Listuguj Council.

“We have had a long and friendly relationship with the Mi’gmaq people – and Listuguj in particular – for a great many years,” stated Grand Chief Norton. “We will work diligently to find a workable solution for this problem to ensure our great relationship is maintained.”

Introducing Paul Stanley Executive Director

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Paul Stanley is First Nation from New Zealand, a Military Veteran, and has worked with First Nation organisations in Alaska, Australia, Pacific Islands, California and his native country New Zealand. Paul is married with 4 children. His wife Laverna, is a Mi’gmaq woman from Miawpukek First Nation in Newfoundland. Paul, Laverna and their daughter Teresa are currently residing here in Campbellton.

Paul has a Bachelor and Masters degrees from the University of Auckland and has lectured internationally on his work in native communities.  He has significant executive management experience working in native organisations. Having led several large organisations similar to the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government he has been utilized primarily as business re-organiser. He has over 20 years governance experience leading multimillion dollar companies many of which were appointments made by the New Zealand Government.  Paul was recruited for the position of Executive Director while living and working in Beijing, China. He is grateful to join an organisation that is striving to continually professionalize its business practice without losing sight of the needs of the people in the community.

His goals are to stabilize the business of Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government and increase their effectiveness in the current environment. The most impressive issue experienced so far is the stunning youth talent among staff.

 

“My goal is to support the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government, the professional organization the community expects and deserves” – Paul Stanley

Wela’lioq