Economic Development Unit Calling out to Small Businesses
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.
Armed Robbery in Listuguj
Public Service Announcement:
On the evening of May 22nd, 2018, the Listuguj Police were dispatched to an armed robbery call at Mitchell’s convenience store. One male suspect was identified and later apprehended by police in the Campbellton area. This individual is currently in Police custody and waiting for a court appearance where he will appear before a judge facing several criminal charges stemming from this incident.
The Listuguj Police Department would like to remind the public to report any suspicious activities by contacting the emergency telephone number 418 788 2003. All matters reported will be investigated accordingly to ensure the safety of our community.
Listuguj Police Department – Grass Fires
Public Service Announcement:
There was a structural fire in the community that was initially caused by a grass fire that was set nearby.
The Listuguj Police Department is urging community members to not start grass fires. There is a higher risk of these fires spreading due to the dry conditions and high winds.
Listuguj Police Department – Grass Fires
Public Service Announcement:
There was a structural fire in the community that was initially caused by a grass fire that was set nearby.
The Listuguj Police Department is asking that community members please refrain from starting grass fires. There is a higher risk for grass fires to spread due to the dry conditions and high winds.
Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government to Assist with Flood Restoration
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Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government to Assist with Flood Restoration
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to notify community members that the flooding risk is lowered and the LMG will be taking the necessary steps to ensure that all the community members’ homes that flooded on April 27, 2018 through May 4, 2018 will be restored to their pre-flood conditions. If you have flooded during this time and have not notified the LMG, we encourage you do to so as soon as you can so that you can be assisted accordingly.
This means the LMG will be visiting the homes, assessing the damage and choosing the best course of action to ensure that all community members impacted by the recent flooding will have their homes returned to the state that they were prior to any water damage.
The homes that are known to flood more often than this specific incident will be dealt with in a case by case basis to help prevent any future damage to the home.
In the meantime, the LMG is working on a project with Indian Services Canada (ISC), Ministère des Transports Québec (MTQ) and Pointe-à-la-Croix to come to a solution for Caplin Road and other flood-prone areas.
There will be a designated individual who will be going house to house to help assess the home and assist in filling out any paperwork. This type of paperwork may be personal insurance, insurance through the LMG or the claim form with ISC.
The LMG, Chief and Council and Emergency Preparedness Team will be meeting directly with ISC officials to work out the details on how to best support our community members affected by this unique situation.
There will be companies dispatched to visit the homes as soon as possible to help with the remediation for mold and other harmful outcomes of the recent flood.
Updates will be provided regularly and for more information, please contact:
Jill Martin at 418-788-2136 or jill.martin@listuguj.ca
Update on the Flood Emergency
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has been working diligently to assist community members with flooded homes since Saturday, April 28th, 2018. Over 40 homes in Listuguj were affected. We were able to purchase 26 pumps with the help from community members who traveled to get them. We would like to thank the Listuguj Fire Department, Rangers and Public Works for working around the clock to manage the pumps at the Mi’gmaq Star and Beaulieu Turn and to bring pumps to homes.
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will be taking the following action in the next few days. If you require immediate assistance with flooding, please contact the emergency centre at 418-788-2222.
After Mass Assessment (Damage):
- A preliminary assessment will be done with all the houses that were affected by stating the Damage with Pictures if possible, also identifying the vulnerable houses that required to keep the pump in case of more flooding.
- Detailed estimate for house repairs.
- Determining where to proceed next with other forms of prevention. (mold, mildew etc.)
Technical/Flood Monitoring
- Monitor Water level and drainage channels.
- Monitor Pump Performance.
- Purchase additional equipment to ensure that we are more adequately prepared in the future.
- Case Report to include the crisis causes and future action to mitigate the risk of flooding in the future.
Preparations for potential risks:
- Pump Collection and Inventory. If homes require pumps at any time the LMG can assist in a more timely manner.
- Make sure a shelter is ready for anyone who would may need to be displaced.
