Community Social Services

In 1994, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government took control over its social services. At that time, LMG was in charge of programs such as home care, foster care, and social assistance. Soon after, the Social Services’ department expanded and we assumed control over child and family protective services. Negotiations took place, which resulted in an agreement between Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government and Quebec’s Centre Jeunesse. LCSS has grown over the years, responding to needs in the community of Listuguj.

Mission

We envision an environment that encompasses our Mi’gmaq Traditions coupled with healthy and balanced living. We will strive to meet the needs of our people while acting as a catalyst for positive change. Members of the team will strive to better their skills. We will provide essential services in a non-biased, open-minded and respectful manner.

Objectives

• To provide responsive quality and culturally relevant social services’ programs to the community of Listuguj.
• To establish linkages and strengthen working relationships with various agencies and departments in and around the community.
• To promote programs offered by LCSS.
• To integrate the usage of counseling sessions as a preventative measure in reducing and/or eliminating an existing or potential family crisis and avoiding judicial process.
• To provide information, services and rehabilitative measures to youth in high risk situations and to prevent and intervene in juvenile delinquency.
• To advocate for the revival of a community resource team meeting, including local resources.
• To continue to be actively involved in events, which promote social development and well being of Listuguj Mi’gmaq.
• To advocate for social policy changes at council and management level that promotes the best interest of community members and encourages socials
• growth and improvement.
• Ensure the coordination and delivery of financial resources to clientele services by LCSS.
• To encourage professional staff development.