Emergency Situation – Micmac Drive and Riverside West
There is an emergency situation in the Micmac Drive and Riverside West area. The police have it under control. The area has been closed off.
All community members, please stay clear of the area.
Call for Tender – Caplin Road Roadway Upgrades
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has released a call for tender to carry out roadway upgrades on Caplin Road including asphalt, concrete sidewalks and curbs, adjustments of manholes, valve boxes and fire hydrants. The deadline for bid submissions is Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time / 3:00 p.m. Atlantic time.
For more information, please visit:
MERX – https://www.merx.com/private/buyer/solicitations/1809932057/preview
Listuguj Fishers Catch Blue Lobster
Our Listuguj lobster fishers caught a blue lobster today, May 13, 2021. The chances of catching a blue lobster are 1 in 2,000,000. After taking a few photos of their catch, the crew of the Desert Storm 1 returned it to the water.
Desert Storm 1 Crew:
Marcus Wysote, Captain
Perley Caplin, Deckhand
Ryan Wysote, Deckhand
Nick James Wysote, Deckhand
Left to right: Ryan Wysote, Marcus Wysote (Captain), Nick James Wysote and Perley Caplin
Vessel Naming Contest
Help us name our new patrol vessel! This new vessel will support the monitoring and enforcement needs of the Listuguj Rangers and Natural Resources Directorate in the salmon and lobster fisheries.
The winning name will be announced at the Migwite’tm Commemoration Event on June 11, 2021. Send in your suggestions by May 31, 2021 to james.metallicsloan@listuguj.ca and use ‘M81’ in the subject line.
Prize for winning name: $250 cash
Each name submission will also be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
Vessel Details:
New Patrol Vessel
Constructed by: Stanley Boats (Coastal 25 Hardtop)
Hull Material: Aluminum
Length: 25 feet 6 inches
Width: 8 feet 6 inches
Maximum Crew: Nine people
Weight Capacity: 2,958 pounds
Horsepower: Twin Engine, 150HP each
Housing Application – Rapid Housing Program
The Capital and Infrastructure department is happy to announce a Rapid Housing program that will allow for community members in a vulnerable situation to have access to new affordable housing unit rentals. The application process starts May 11th, 2021 and will continue until May 21st 2021 at 2:00 pm.
Applicants will be evaluated and given priority according to criteria fixed by the CMHC and the Listuguj Housing Policy. Please note that the submission of an application does not guarantee a rental to an applicant. Sending a letter to Chief & Council is discouraged and doing so will provide no further impact or influence on an application’s priority.
Main Selection Criteria:
- Total household revenue of under $35,000 per year, for the last two years,
- Being in severe housing need, such as but not limited to: experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
To apply to this program or have more information, please contact Jenn Jerome. The attached application should be completed and submitted with all the supporting documents to:
Jenn Jerome at the Natural Resources Building (418-788-3022)
Download Housing Application Here:
Water Interruption
There will be a water interruption tonight, May 10th, starting at 10:00 p.m. while the Capital and Infrastructure team perform maintenance at the pumping station. This water interruption will affect the whole community and should last not long than two hours.
Mother’s Day 2021
This Mother’s Day, we want to hear all the reasons why you love and appreciate your mom. Send us a thoughtful message about your mom and her name will be entered to win a prize. If drawn, your message will be read on air after CHRQ’s Mother’s Day Giant Bingo on Sunday, May 9th, 2021. Prizes can be picked up at the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government Administration Building on Monday.
The deadline to submit your entry is Friday, May 7th, 2021 at noon. For more information and to submit your entry, please email joanne.martin@listuguj.ca. Please make sure to include your mother’s full name and contact information.
Families First Support Services Survey
Families First Support Services have launched a survey to compile information regarding their past and present services. Complete this survey by July 30th for a chance to win a prize.
This survey is open to all Listuguj residents who have accessed our services as well as their significant others. We are a voluntary prevention-based program, striving to meet the needs of ALL our community members.
All responses are CONFIDENTIAL and will only be used by Families First to evaluate and forecast future programming.
Healing Circles – Saint-Anne’s Church Fire
Two healing circles will take place at Etlinpisulti’gw (Healing Grounds) on Tuesday, May 4th, for community members affected by the loss of the Saint-Anne’s Church. The first healing circle will start at around 9:00 a.m. and the second at 1:00 p.m. Thank you to Christine Metallic and elder Rose Ann Martin for performing these ceremonies.
Staff may attend either one of these healing circles but must notify their immediate supervisor beforehand. We understand that not all staff may be able to leave their place of work, such as some essential workers. We will attempt to schedule another healing circle after regular business hours to allow as many people as possible to attend. More details to follow.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics – Second Dose
Listuguj Community Health Services is pleased to inform our residents that, as planned, we will begin the 2nd dose vaccination clinics of the COVID-19 Moderna Vaccine on May 4th, 2021.
All individuals who received their COVID-19 Vaccine at the Listuguj Health Center will be contacted based on priority levels and the date in which they received their 1st dose.
Based on the number of vaccinations we have to administer, we anticipate that our 2nd dose vaccination clinics will be completed by the end of May. Once again, you will be contacted directly by one of our staff members with the date and time of your scheduled appointment.
