Medical Taxi Update
Medical Taxi will not be in service until 11:30 a.m. today. The local driver has an out of town appointment. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for our region. There’s a possibility that we may also experience high winds and damaging hail this afternoon and early this evening.
As a precaution, please consider securing any property that may get damaged.
2020 Band Elections Update
As Coronavirus (Covid-19) continued to evolve, and acting in the best interest of safety and wellbeing of the community, Chief and Council rescinded Order in Council 2531—Band Elections June 2020, postponing the band election originally scheduled for June 2020. With the support of Indigenous Service Canada (ISC) as per the guidelines for cancelling and postponement of elections during Covid-19, it was assured that there would be no Governance-Gap and Chief and Council could continue its mandate, and must specify a new election date within 6 months of the original date of the band election.
On July 29, 2020 Chief and Council approved Order in Council 2563—Listuguj Band Elections 2020. The new date set for the election is November 7th, 2020. Order in Council 2563, also appoints the Michel Poirier as the Electoral Officer and Christine (Tina) Barnaby as Assistant Electoral Officer for Listuguj.
Specific dates identified as per OIC 2563 are:
- Official Nominations for General Band Election will take place Friday, September 25, 2020.
- The General Band Election for Chief and Council will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2020.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Jill Martin
Office of Chief and Council Manager
(418)-788-2136 ext. 2026
Temporary Adjustment to LCHS Prenatal Policy
Starting August 10th, 2020 a temporary adjustment will be made to the Listuguj Community Health Services (LCHS) prenatal policy due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Eligibility for Prenatal Program:
- Expectant mothers and/or biological fathers of the unborn child must be a registered member of the Listuguj First Nation, and must reside on or within a 40 KM radius of the community (Listuguj).
- Expectant mothers or fathers of the unborn child must register with the LCHS Maternal Child Health Nursing program by phone or by Facebook at Listuguj MCH-Immunization. Expectant mothers who do not attend classes or clinics either in person, by phone or messenger cannot apply for the incentives offered through this program.
Alaqsite’w Gitpu School COVID-19 Plan
We are currently in stage yellow. For more information, you can contact Jeff Grass at jeff.grass@listuguj.ca or call the school at 418-788-3100.
Message from the Listuguj Youth and Family Center
The Listuguj Youth and Family Center have followed the proper protocols and will continue to follow provincial guidelines to ensure the safety of youth and staff. The safety of your child(ren) is our priority. The building was closed to the public last week for an extensive deep cleaning including all surfaces and materials. We are certain that there are no positive cases here within our staff and building. We continue to encourage frequent hand washing throughout the day and in between our activities. From the start of camp we’ve modified our activities to follow the local and provincial guidelines and we will continue to strongly implement these guidelines.
Community Notice – Avoid Large Gatherings
Often at this time of year, an impromptu party (“Lake Fest”) is organized at Qospem (Indian Lake). This event is not sanctioned by the LMG and attendance is entirely at one’s own risk. We do not advise community members and residents to attend as a health and safety plan has not been submitted to the LMG nor approved by LMG.
Nonetheless, should you choose to attend, it is each person’s responsibility to adhere to public health recommendations, maintain proper social distancing and exercise good hygiene. Please be aware that the coronavirus is still very much a concern and that the risk of infection is real. The Listuguj Police Department will increase patrols in the area to provide assistance and direction. Finally, normal rules and conduct, especially in regards to drinking and driving, must be followed.
Community Support for New Brunswick Travel Registration
Starting tomorrow, August 1st, 2020, Listuguj residents travelling to New Brunswick for a day trip will be required to pre-register online at www.gnb.ca/TravelRegistration. This can also be accessed by calling toll free 1-833-948-2800 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Atlantic time). This is an easy process that only takes a few minutes.
Starting this afternoon, July 31st, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will be offering its services to community members and residents to facilitate this registration process. If you are experiencing difficulties with your registration and require assistance, please contact Christy Metallic, Administrative Support Clerk, at 418-788-2136.
These services will be offered Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you need to travel to New Brunswick during the weekend, we ask that you please contact Christy Metallic during the week to pre-register.
Chief Darcy Responds to Mini Bubble
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government is encouraged with the outcome of discussions held between Premier Blaine Higgs and Chief Darcy Gray. Effective August 1, 2020, Listuguj community members and residents will once again be able to reunite with their families, access affordable food options, and access our traditional and ancestral lands.
“Regaining access is a positive first step. I’m happy with the outcome of the discussions held between myself, the Premier and his office over the course of the past few weeks. I’m optimistic that moving forward our governments will continue to work collaboratively on issues that adversely impact Listugujewaq, including access to our traditional and ancestral lands,” says Chief Darcy Gray.
From the outset, our government has been committed to doing things differently. Communications, relationship building and open dialogue is our foundation. We look forward to working collaboratively with the rest of the region, and are encouraged by the dialogue and efforts already happening to ensure a safe transition for our students attending Sugarloaf Senior High School in the Fall.
For more details, please contact:
Hilary Barnaby
Communications Manager
hilary.barnaby@listuguj.ca
LETE Sneaker and School Supplies Notice
2020-2021 Sneaker and School Supplies
Reimbursement Program
The Listuguj Education Directorate Sneaker and School Supplies Reimbursement Program will begin on Tuesday, August 4th and will end on Wednesday, September 30, 2020.
Because of Covid 19 and the restrictions put in place, we will be not issuing vouchers, instead reimbursements will be made for purchases. AGS students will be reimbursed for sneakers only. Students in Provincial schools will be reimbursed for both.
The criteria for eligible students remain the same. Students must be enrolled in elementary or secondary schools full time, reside in Listuguj and be listed on the schools Confirmation of Enrollment (Nominal Roll). Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) requires that all students’ files include an updated report card and if required, an updated valid ID (medicare, birth certificate, status card or drivers license). Students attending Provincial schools who have not provided report cards or updated ID’s are still required do so.
The Reimbursement form can be found on the LMG website here and at the Education Complex. You can scan and email your receipts to charlene.ritchie@listuguj.ca. Should you prefer to bring in your receipts, call the front desk to make an appointment.
Once the required receipts and documents are received, cheques will be issued and mailed. Take note that we reserve the right to disallow items that are not considered as school supplies. The chart below shows the maximum amount that will be reimbursed based on child’s grade.
AMENDMENTS:
These procedures shall be reviewed annually and may be amended from time to time.
The amendments shall be approved by the Director of Education.
Reimbursement form:
Click here to download the reimbursement form
