Community Update

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With the continued rise in COVID-19 cases being reported throughout the region, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to remind you of the following:

  • Please refrain from non-essential travel wherever possible.
  • Continue to practice :
    • Physical distancing
    • The use of face coverings in public
    • Respiratory etiquette
    • Hand washing
    • Alternative greeting practices
  • Prepare for a second wave by maintaining an inventory of food, water and necessary medications at home.

 

Chief and Council are communicating regularly with the New Brunswick, Quebec and municipal governments to ensure that the safety of Listuguj remains a priority.

As of September 10th, the provincial government released the Quebec Public Health Regional Alert System with the four ‘colored’ phases. The Quebec system is based on:

  • Epidemiological situation
  • Transmission control
  • Healthcare system capacity

It is the combination of these three ‘factors’ that move/adjust the Alert Level in any particular Quebec region.

The LMG, through the Listuguj Unified Command and our Health Directorate, is working closely with, and will continue to follow the recommendations of Quebec Public Health, as we move forward with our community’s precautionary/response measures. As of today, our region is at the Green Level (1): Vigilance.

 

Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife Program

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The Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife program (GFW) is new to the Natural Resources Directorate. The purpose of the program is to monitor resource use activities on the land and water; to ensure conservation and protection of natural resources; and to protect and exercise our Mi’gmaq aboriginal and treaty rights. The function of the LMG Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife program is to promote and encourage compliance with our Mi’gmaq laws, resource management plans and policies particularly around lobster and moose resources. Key responsibility is to conduct monitor activities on Gespe’gewa’gi lands and waters on behalf of the Listuguj Mi’gmaq nation.

This Sunday GFW monitors will take to the water and lands. Fall lobster fishery begins Sunday and Moose harvest monitoring begins Monday. Natural Resources has been working on a moose harvest policy to address the issue of encroachment on Gespe’gewa’gi lands by hunters from other nations. There is a need to respect protocols between nations. As such, it’s important that “guests” request permission to hunt within our territory. It’s important to monitor activities for safety and conservation purposes. With regards to the lobster fall fishery, GFW will monitor the fishery and work to ensure our fishers are able to exercise our communal aboriginal and treaty rights, and that the fishery is conducted according to the management plan put forth by the community.

LMG Supports Mi’gmaq Communities in Nova Scotia

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The LMG supports the Mi’gmaq communities in Nova Scotia exercising their right to sell lobster under the Peace and Friendship Treaties and conducting fall fisheries governed by their own laws and fishing plans. It has been 260 years since our treaties were signed and 21 years since Marshall. We have waited long enough. If the DFO won’t provide a regulatory framework that allows us to exercise our rights, then we can do that for ourselves. Self-government. Self-determination.

Gespe’gewa’gi Fish and Wildlife Monitors: upholding Mi’gmaq treaty rights

Capital and Infrastructure Temporary Program

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Capital and Infrastructure would like to announce a temporary program to assist with costs of labour and repairs for applicants who do not currently qualify for the Repairs Policy. This is a one-time extraordinary measure that may be cancelled and is limited by our repairs budget and available resources. The Capital and Infrastructure’s housing department may provide assistance for either materials OR labour for projects of no more than $5,000. Homeowners will be solely responsible for providing oversight for the project and hiring the contractor or workers.

Elders’ repairs will be prioritized. Applicants will be served on a “first-come, first-serve” basis until limited budget is spent.

THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION IS:

September 25th, 2020

To apply to this program, contact REPAIRS at 418-788-3022. You will need to describe the scope of the repairs. This program does NOT cover aesthetic work and is not applicable for applicants with arrears.

Community Announcement

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The Listuguj Migmaq Government takes the health and safety of our residents very seriously. We are closely monitoring the situation in the lower St. Lawrence and Avignon regions.

Chief Darcy Gray has confirmed with the Government of New Brunswick that there will be no changes for Listuguj residents at the Campbellton access point, at this time. Residents may continue to use their single-use and multi-passes and will not be impacted by GNB’s recent announcement to close the access point in Edmundston.

Our government will continue to engage with the Government of New Brunswick and will provide timely updates as they happen.

As cases in surrounding regions become more prevalent it’s important to remember that we all play a part in keeping our community safe. Please continue to practice social distancing, good hygiene, and wearing your masks in public. Try to limit your daily outings to essential travel as our situation may change rapidly. Please visit https://listuguj.ca/covid-19-prevention/ for a list of symptoms to look out for as well as the best ways to prevent the spread of infections.

Community Notice – Additional Health and Safety Measures

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As a proactive measure due to the start of school and increased interaction between community members, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will be implementing additional health and safety measures to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19. Starting tomorrow, September 16th, 2020 and until further notice, all LMG employees will be required to wear masks in the common areas of their buildings (hallways, staff rooms, reception areas, etc.). Visitors are still required to wear masks for the duration of their visit.

Please note that this is a minimum requirement. This new measure will not contravene stricter measures established by a directorate.

The Health and Safety team will begin another round of building inspections starting tomorrow to ensure that all work environments are compliant with LMG standards. Thank you for your cooperation.

Call for Tender – Caplin Road Storm Lift Station

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has released a call for tender for the construction of a new storm lift station on Caplin Road. The deadline to submit a bid is September 28, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. NB time.

Tender documents can be viewed on SEAO or Merx.

Reminder to Wear Masks in Public

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to remind community members and residents that it is mandatory for people aged 10 and over to wear a mask in public indoor spaces, grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, and businesses. We ask that all community members and residents accessing services at LMG buildings wear a mask.

When accessing services at the band office, we also ask that you make an appointment before your visit. Appointments can be made directly with the person you intend to meet. Our staff will provide you with further instruction before your arrival.

The Listuguj Community Health Services have additional measures in place in preparation for the upcoming flu season. Please click here to view all additional measures.

These measures will remain in effect until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation.

Notice of Nomination Meeting

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Notice is hereby given that a meeting for the Listuguj Mi’gmaq First Nation eligible voters will be held at the Listuguj Community Development Centre (Bingo Hall), 42 Dundee Road in Listuguj on Friday, the 25th day of September, 2020, beginning at 1:00 p.m. and lasting for at least three hours. The purpose of this meeting is to nominate candidates for the positions of (1) chief and (12) councillors on the Band Council of the Listuguj Band, for the ensuing term.

This election will be held at the Listuguj Community Development Centre (Bingo Hall), 42 Dundee Road in Listuguj, on Saturday, the 7th day of November, 2020.

If you have moved within the last two years, please update your mailing address with the Deputy Electoral Officer, Christine (Tina) Barnaby, to ensure that you receive your ballot. She can be reached at 418-788-2136 or tinabarnaby@listuguj.ca. In your email, please provide us with your date of birth or previous address to confirm your identity.

Social Assistance Community Notice

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To all Social Assistance recipients,   Please be informed that as of October 1, 2020 the monthly declaration cards will be distributed in the mail. They must be signed and […]

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