Telus Donates Tablets to Reconnect Patients with their Families

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We would like to thank Telus for their generous donation of tablets and SIM cards.  The direction that we will be taking in utilizing the tablets will be for our elderly patients who are hospitalized in Campbellton and Maria and not able to connect with family as a result of hospital restrictions.  Family connection is so important for First Nations communities. The tablets will bring much comfort to patients and families during these difficult times.

#AllConnectedForGood

On behalf of my team at Listuguj Community Health Services, wela’lin (thank you).

 

DonnaV Metallic

Health Director

Listuguj Community Health Services

 

 

Care Packages – Elders Living in Matapédia

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Adult and Elderly Care Coordinator with her brother

The Adult and Elderly Care Coordinator visited our older community members who now reside in Matapédia to bring them care packages. Everyone says hello to Listuguj and they appreciate the thoughtful gift.

The packages included handmade masks, pouches of tobacco as well as Wellness cards from the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Health and Social Services Commission.

Important Community Notice

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The LMG is taking precautionary measures to ensure the ongoing safety of our staff and clients. All LMG buildings will be closed to visitors until Monday, August 3, 2020. Please note that this will affect the scheduled activities with the Listuguj Youth and Family Centre, including the summer camp due to a reported case in Carleton-sur-mer. At this point in time, there has been no reported cases in Listuguj but those individuals who have been to Carleton are recommended to seek testing. See news article below for more details.

*** Please note that our office hours remain the same. Our staff can be reached by phone or email.

https://ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/1722820/microbrasserie-naufrageur-carleton-sur-mer-covid-19-coronavirus-tourisme-boulangerie

Community Notice – Wear a Mask

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Please note that community members and residents accessing programs and services within LMG buildings must wear a mask. This new measure will be in effect until further notice.

We greatly appreciate your cooperation in following these measures and keeping the disease out of our community.

To help you prepare, we would like to once again share the following resources:

  1. To ensure maximum protection of yourself and others, please take a moment to learn how to properly use a non-medical mask. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to put on a non-medical mask or face covering.
  2. Click here to learn how to make your own cloth face covering, which includes a few options.

Care Packages – Elders Living in Campbellton

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The Adult and Elderly Care Coordinator went over today to bring packages to our older community members who now reside in Campbellton. Please know that all Listugujewaq are thinking of you. Listuguj has community members who live at Danielle Foyer, Foyer Charest and Manoir de la Vallée.

The packages included handmade masks, pouches of tobacco as well as Wellness cards from the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Health and Social Services Commission. The 60 cards are divided into four themes that allow you to reflect on the spheres of the medicine wheel: Emotional, Mental, Physical and Spiritual.

 

Public Notice – Lane Closure on JC Van Horne Bridge

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The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government wishes to advise community members that there will be a lane closure on the JC Van Horne Bridge for repair work during the following period:

  • From Monday July 20, 2020 to Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Note that this does not change the NB Border Access Control Measures currently in place at the Campbellton side of the JC Van Horne Bridge.

During this period, a single lane will remain open with alternative traffic directed by temporary traffic lights or flag-persons.  Motorists should expect short delays. These closures will not affect cyclists or pedestrians, one sidewalk will remain open at all times. The schedule may change depending on weather conditions.

The LMG encourages community members to exercise caution when travelling on the bridge.

Medical Taxi Service Affected by JC Van Horne Bridge Construction

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Due to construction on the JC Van Horne Bridge, wait time on the bridge is approximately 30 minutes. Medical Transportation is requesting that you call in advance at lease 1 hour before any appointments in Campbellton to ensure that you arrive on time.

Mask Reminder to Older Community Members

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Elder, Roger Isaac, wearing a handmade face covering

The Listuguj Adult and Elderly Care program would like to remind our older community members that masks need to be worn in indoor spaces, grocery stores, banks, pharmacies and businesses as of July 18th. Here is our community member Roger Isaac who is wearing a handmade face covering.

To ensure maximum protection of yourself and others, please take a moment to learn how to properly use a non-medical mask. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to put on a non-medical mask or face covering.

Click here to learn how to make your own cloth face covering, which includes a few options.

Chief Darcy Gray’s Response to Recent NB Announcement

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Chief Darcy Gray’s Response to Recent NB Announcement

  

Friday, July 17, 2020 – The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government (LMG) is encouraged by the Premiers’ ongoing discussions surrounding the expansion of the ‘Atlantic Bubble’ and the Government of New Brunswick’s recent announcement of possibly ‘twinning’ with our community. Listuguj community members and residents have been patient and understanding throughout this process. As restrictions begin to lessen, allowing for inter-provincial travel between NB, NS, PEI, and NL, it is time to move on beyond the current restrictions imposed on Listugujewaq and Listuguj residents. We are optimistic that access will be possible as we continue to have no actives cases of COVID-19 within Gespe’gewa’gi. Soon we will be reunited with our families and loved ones once again and be able to access affordable grocery options and essential services across the river.

 

“For each of us, our number one concern has always been the safety of our People. Based on my recent discussions with Premier Higgs, I’m hopeful we can find a way forward. For that to happen, we must be willing to collaborate, have open dialogue and lead with humanity in mind. These are the fundamental principles our ‘new normal’ should be founded on, including recognizing Mi’gmaq inherent rights and rights protected in treaty, as we are the original inhabitants of these lands. Certainly, I’m concerned about the impact these restrictions will have on our relationship with our regional neighbours. Hopefully, from here on, decisions will be made with meaningful consultation, which includes consideration for our needs in accessing our territories. As a region, we cannot afford to turn back the clock on the progress we’ve made together so far,” says Chief Darcy Gray.

 

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For more information, please contact:

Hilary Barnaby, Acting Communications Manager

hilary.barnaby@listuguj.ca

Important Message from Capital & Infrastructure

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Please note that everyone who has an application for a house repair must make an appointment to update their application due to the implementation of the new Repairs Policy. Please contact Repairs at 418-788-3022 to schedule an appointment.

 

THE DEADLINE TO UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION IS:

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29th, 2020

 

To update your application, it is mandatory that you bring:

  1. A proof of income (ex: T4);
  2. Your Notice of Assessment;
  3. The Notice of Assessment of your spouse or common-law partner, if applicable and living at the same address.

 

Your collaboration will greatly contribute to helping Capital and Infrastructure provide efficient and fair repair services for our community. Wela’lieg.