LMG Closed Due to Power Outage
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will be closed this afternoon, November 2nd, due to the power outage in the community.
LMG Administration Building Closed to Public
The front entrance of the LMG Administration building is undergoing construction today, October 30, 2020. As a result, the building will be closed to the public for the day. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Changes to NB Essential Travel
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to advise residents of recent changes to the New Brunswick Mandatory Order that will come into effect on Friday, October 30th, 2020 at midnight. These changes include new conditions for travel as well as clarification on the definition of essential services.
Residents of Listuguj First Nation [and Pointe-à-la-Croix, Quebec] must restrict travel to Restigouche County, and travel between hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Atlantic Time. Travel to Restigouche County is restricted to a maximum of twice per week (excluding urgent medical care).
Please note that these changes will not affect residents travelling for work purposes or for dialysis appointments. We urge all Listuguj residents travelling to Restigouche County for essential goods and services to plan each of their trips accordingly. Maximize each trip by getting as many of your essentials as possible.
The definition of essential goods and services now includes:
- Necessities of life (e.g. groceries, clothing, etc.) and supporting services (e.g. butchers for hunted game);
- Health care (e.g. prescriptions, medical equipment & supplies, etc.). Health care travelers may be accompanied by a support person;
- Goods and services required for work or employment;
- Banking and financial institutions;
- Transportation (e.g. automobile repair);
- Animal care; and
- Funerals and visitations of deceased immediate family members.
If you have any questions or require assistance with your travel registration, please contact Christy Metallic, Administrative Support Clerk, at 418-788-2136 or christy.metallic@listuguj.ca.
Capital and Infrastructure Update
Please be informed that a water main has broken on Caplin Road. Public Works is working to repair it. Water in the community will be turned on within 30 minutes, with the exception of the Caplin Road area.
Drive With Caution – First Snowfall
We ask that you please drive with caution today. Our first snowfall has quickly turned to slippery slush. There were a few incidents in LMG parking lots this morning that could have resulted in injury. Please drive slowly when approaching pedestrians, turns and intersections.
Listuguj Veterans Memorial Committee Update
The Listuguj Veterans Memorial Committee (LVMC) has met and decided that due to the community safety risks surrounding COVID-19 there will be no community dinner held this year on November 11, 2020.
Instead, to honor the veterans this year, the committee has decided to develop a 2021 calendar that will feature our veterans.
If you wish to have a family members or friend who is a Listuguj veteran featured in the calendar, please send all pictures to the email listugujveterans@gmail.com. Please include with the picture:
1) the full name of the veteran
2) the name of the war they fought in, and
3) any other information you wish to highlight (ie. Rank, honors, etc.).
Additionally, on November 11, 2020, from 11:00am to 3:00pm, the LVMC will be hosting an event where community members can bring their personal photos of community veterans and have them scanned to be featured in the calendar. The event will take place at the Veterans Memorial Building on Pacific Drive, across from the LMDC building. Please note, only 1 person will be allowed into the building at a time. All COVID-19 protocols, including wearing of masks, hand sanitizing, and social distancing must be respected.
We thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to continuing honoring and memorializing our community veterans in the years to come.
On behalf of the Listuguj Veterans Memorial Committee,
Thank you
Listuguj Halloween 2020
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to thank everyone who took the time to fill out the Halloween survey. Your valuable input helped us determine our current Halloween plans. Please note that our plans are subject to change.
The LMG is committed to providing a safe environment for our children this Halloween. Should you choose to participate this year, we ask that you make a few adjustments to your usual routine (listed below). Please respect the decision of those who decide not to participate.
As an extra precaution, the checkpoints will be restricting entry to the community from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2020. Only community members and residents will be allowed entry during these hours. with the exception of emergency vehicles.
Suggested guidelines for children and parents:
- If you or your child experience symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home and call the Quebec Hotline, available 24/7, at 1(877) 644-4545.
- Try to stay within your neighborhood and/or family bubbles as much as possible.
- Do not enter anyone else’s home.
- Practice good hand hygiene, social distancing, and wear a mask.
- Treats should be quarantined for a period of 24 hours before consuming. Parents can prepare treats for their children to enjoy on Halloween night.
Suggested guidelines for participating houses:
- If anyone in your home experiences symptoms of COVID-19, please refrain from offering treats and call the Quebec Hotline, available 24/7, at 1(877) 644-4545.
- Halloween treats must be pre-packaged and placed where children can serve themselves without coming within two meters of the person offering treats.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling treats.
Social Assistance Food Basket Distribution
The Social Assistance Office will be distributing food baskets to their clients in December. If you are interested in receiving one, please call the office at 418-788-2909 and submit your name. The deadline to submit your name is Monday, November 30, 2020. All baskets will be ready for pick up on December 11, 2020.
Community Notice – House Fire
The Listuguj Fire Department responded to a house fire this morning, October 24, 2020, on Riverside West. The fire was contained. Unfortunately, a casualty was discovered inside the house. Paramedics were called and resuscitation efforts were made. Further details will be provided as they are released by the LFD and LPD.
Second Confirmed Case, One Recovered
Second Confirmed Case, One Recovered
Friday, October 23, 2020 – The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government (LMG) is announcing one (1) new confirmed case and one (1) recovered case of COVID-19. The total number of active cases in Listuguj is one.
The LMG and Quebec Public Health are working collaboratively to monitor the situation closely and to provide on-going support to those affected. At this time, Quebec Public Health has determined that there is no risk to community members and residents, as the individual has been at home self-isolating.
The LMG can confirm, with the consent of the individuals who have tested positive, that the new positive case is directly related to the first and is contained to that single household. Members of the household are currently in isolation and are taking every step to contain the virus. We thank them for their on-going efforts in helping us keep each other safe.
We are pleased to report that the first individual who tested positive for COVID-19 has recovered. At this time, they will continue to self-isolate at home.
This is a reminder to all community members and residents of the importance of following the recommended Public Health advice:
- Monitor for symptoms;
- Stay home when sick;
- Wash hands frequently;
- Practice proper cough etiquette; and
- Wear masks when out in public.
