Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government to Issue Temporary Licences to Cannabis Vendors

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PRESS RELEASE

 

Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government to Issue Temporary Licences to Cannabis Vendors

 

Monday, January 13, 2020 –

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has taken action to address questions surrounding the implementation of the Listuguj Cannabis Law and the creation of the Listuguj Cannabis Control Office.

Effective immediately, Chief and Council have mandated the Cannabis Control Committee the authority to issue temporary licenses based on provisions outlined within OIC #2523 (click here to download).

The OIC empowers the Cannabis Control Committee to authorize cannabis operations within the community until the Cannabis Control Office is operationalized.

Applications for temporary licensing are available for pick-up at the Band Office. If you wish to get an application, please see Janice at reception. She can be reached at 418-788-2136.

 

Special Announcement

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PRESS RELEASE

 

Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government – Special Announcement

 

Sunday, January 12, 2020 –

This evening community members gathered in front of the Listuguj Police Department to question recent arrests made within the community surrounding illegal sales of cannabis. Chief Darcy Gray was in attendance to take questions from community members.

Despite the cold weather, there was a sizeable turnout, coffee was served, and positive exchange ensued. Chief Darcy Gray addressed community member concerns surrounding mistaken information which stemmed from social media suggesting today’s arrests were a result of SQ operations. Both Chief Darcy Gray and Chief of Police Trapper Metallic clarified that this was initiated, planned, organized and conducted entirely by the LPD.

Based on questions from the crowd, it was also mentioned that temporary licensing for cannabis vendors had already been planned to be addressed at the next duly-convened council meeting scheduled for Monday, January 13, 2020. If approved, by Council, temporary licenses will be issued on an interim basis pending the creation of the cannabis control office.

The meeting will start Monday, January 13, at 9:00 AM. Although we would have liked to have the meeting at the Listuguj Community Development Centre (Bingo Hall), the meeting will take place in the Council Chambers due to limited time available to coordinate a change in location. As always, community members are welcomed to join.

Suspension of Bus Transportation on Snow Days

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IMPORTANT COMMUNITY NOTICE:

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to inform the community of a change in the Winter Weather Surveillance Protocol. On days when it is deemed unsafe to transport students by bus, all bus transportation from Listuguj will be suspended. For example, when classes are cancelled for students at the Alaqsite’w Gitpu School, transportation will also be suspended for students attending schools in Campbellton, even if their classes are not cancelled. Parents will then be responsible for transporting their children to school.

For more information, please contact the Listuguj Education Directorate at 418-788-2248.

 

December ‘Nnuisultinej Challenge

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Throughout the month of December, staff in the LMG Administration building took part in another ‘Nnuisultinej – Speak Mi’gmaq challenge. Staff were encouraged to learn and practice speaking something new in the language every day.  Here are the December challenge winners: Bruce Fitzgerald, Hilary Barnaby and Paige Isaac.

Elders Care Facility Request for Proposal

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government (LMG) found that the need for an Elders Care Facility within the community is mandatory to address the health, social and linguistic needs of the ageing Mi’gmaq population, in accordance with Mi’gmaq values and cultural traditions. This facility will provide culturally adapted care for Mi’gmaq Elders from Listuguj and Gesgapegiag.

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has released a request for proposal for the Elders Care Facility Project in Listuguj. The closing date is January 24, 2020 at 10:00 AM Atlantic time. The tender documents are available below to download. To obtain the AutoCAD drawings of the land boundaries / limits, please contact Wessam Toulan at wessam.toulan@listuguj.ca.

 

Tender Documents:

ELDERS CARE FACILITY- RFP 13 DEC

LMG-Tender-Policy

Addendum 1

30 Day ‘Nnuisultinej – Speak Mi’gmaq Challenge

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Throughout the month of November, staff in the LMG Administration building took part in a ‘Nnuisultinej – Speak Mi’gmaq challenge. The goal of this challenge was to bring the language into the workplace through a fun activity. Staff were encouraged to learn and practice speaking something new in the language every day.  Here are the three winners of the challenge with their prizes: Bruce Fitzgerald, Hilary Barnaby and Paige Isaac.

L to R: Erika Gideon Marchand, the Mi’gmaw Language Revitalization Project Coordinator, Paige Isaac, Bruce Fitzgerald and Hilary Barnaby

Early Childhood Education Course

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Teaching at any level is a rewarding career, but Early Childhood Educators have a special opportunity to help children in their earliest stages. Early childhood education programs teach students the skills they need to get children started on a successful journey through the education system.

If you have a keen interest in childhood development and are interested in early childhood education (ECE), this may be the career for you!

Application deadline: December 20, 2019

APPLY NOW!

Delay with Social Assistance Deposits

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Social Assistance encountered an issue with processing this month’s deposits. The issue has since been resolved. Deposits will be made by 5:30 p.m. with most banks.  Deposits with National Bank and Uni Financial Cooperation will be made later this evening. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Call for Tender – Upgrade to Drinking Water Treatment Plan

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will receive bids for the design including specifications, estimates, preliminary drawings, drawings for submission and construction for the upgrade of its drinking water treatment plant located in Listuguj.

Bids must be submitted no later than December 17, 2019, before 10h00 AM (Atlantic time). See link below for full details and to view the tender document:

https://www.seao.ca/OpportunityPublication/avisconsultes.aspx?Itemid=2028704a-88c9-4774-8120-cfb3da5cbb63

Education Complex and Alaqsite’w Gitpu School Closure

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The staff of Listuguj Education, Training and Employment Directorate is saddened by the passing of our colleague and friend, Blanche Metallic. Our work family will miss her greatly. She was a valued member of our community and dedicated to the work in our Mi’gmaq Language. Please keep Blanche’s family in your thoughts as they go through this difficult time.
We will miss her more than words can express, but let’s remember the love and kindness she shared with all of us. Her hard work and commitment to our Mi’gmaq Language will forever be remembered and shared with our students and community.
Out of respect for the loss of our teammate and friend, the Education Complex and the Alaqsite’w Gitpu School will be closed on the day of her service, Tuesday, November 26, 2019.
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Funeral mass will be held on Tuesday (Nov. 26) at 3:00 pm in the Ste. Ann’s Church. She will rest at Savoie Funeral Home, situated at 47 Alexander St., Campbellton, this Monday afternoon from 2 till 4 and evening from 7 till 9 also on Tuesday afternoon from 1:00 till time of funeral.