Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government

National Day of First Nations Fishing Rights
2021-05-24
This year, the National Day of First Nation Fishing Rights falls on May 24th, 2021. This will be the fourth year there is a way to honour the inherent right to fish, to raise awareness of its inter-connectedness to growing sustainable environments, conservation, and water protection.
For those who can, take a photo of yourself or your family exercising your inherent right to fish. To submit your photo to our giveaway contest, please upload to Twitter or Facebook and use the hashtag #FirstNation-FishingRights and #AFNFisheries2021.
We caution that if you are in a region where social distancing and other pandemic related safety measures are in place, please respect those measures in the interest of health and safety.

Full Moon Ceremony - Flower Moon
2021-05-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
Families First Support Services, in collaboration with Ta’n Wetapegsulti’gw, will be hosting a Full Moon Ceremony on Wednesday, May 26th, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Healing Grounds. Everyone is welcome!

Reminder to Youth - Per Capita Distribution
2021-06-01, 2021-07-01
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government wishes to inform Listuguj youth who turn 18 years of age to make an application for their land claim Per Capita Distribution within five years of their 18th birthday. Failure to come forward will result in the monies being forfeited.

For example:

If you turned 18 on June 6, 2016, you have until June 6, 2021 to apply.

If you turned 18 on March 6, 2021, you have until March 6, 2026 to apply.

Note: Your name must appear on the qualifying band membership list made on April 29, 2015.

Contact Felicia Mitchell by email at felicia.mitchell@listuguj.ca or by phone at 418-788-2136 to make your application or confirm if your name appears on the qualifying band membership list made on April 29, 2015. You can also visit https://listuguj.ca/forms/ to download the application and instructions.

See below for the quarterly payment schedule. If your application is not received before each deadline date, it will be paid in the next scheduled quarter.

FFSS Drive-In Movie Night
2021-06-04 21:30 - 23:00 | Families First Support Services, 32 Gaspe Highway, Listuguj, Quebec, G0C 2R0, Canada
Families First Support Services invites you to a drive-in movie night. They will be showing Raya and the Last Dragon this Friday, June 4th, at the WoodPile at 9:30 p.m. Limited spots available. Snacks will be provided by Sweetis.
The rain date is Saturday, June 5th, 2021. For more information, contact Tierra Ritchie at 418-788-2010.

LMG Closed for Migwite'tm
2021-06-11
The LMG will be closed for Migwite’tm which is a holiday designated by Chief and Council.

Migwite'tm '81 - 40 Year Commemoration Event
2021-06-11 10:00 - 15:00
This year marks 40 years since the Salmon Raids of 1981 in Listuguj. The commemoration event will begin with a water ceremony at 10:00 a.m. at the GMRC wharf. We will then march to the powwow grounds at 11:00 a.m. to continue the day’s activities.
Join us on Friday, June 11th, for keynote speakers, games, swag giveaway, boat rides, music and a community feast! For more information, contact Jill Martin at 418-788-2136.

Survey and Research Methods Workshop
2021-06-16 08:30 - 12:00 | Listuguj Community Development Centre, 42 Dundee Road, Listuguj, Quebec, G0C 2R0, Canada
You’re invited to join the Listuguj Economic Development Unit in partnership with Accès Micro-Credit Gaspésie for a business workshop on: “Survey and Research Methods”.
This workshop is for those interested in market research! Learn effective tools to assist your current or future business by collecting information that provides insight into your customers, competitors, market, and pricing.
When: Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Where: Listuguj Community Development Centre at 42 Dundee Road
Time: 8:30 am to noon (Approximately 3 hours)
Registration deadline is June 14! Register by calling FELICIA MITCHELL 418-788-2136 or felicia.mitchell@listuguj.ca
Catered meals and prizes – Limited spaces available!

LMDC Open House
2021-06-17 10:00 - 19:00 | Listuguj Mi’gmaq Development Centre, 2 Pacific Drive, Listuguj, Quebec, G0C 2R0, Canada
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Development Centre (LMDC) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with an open house. Join them on Thursday, June 17th, 2021 to meet their staff and partners. Learn about employment and training and programs for you!
Three time slots for visits:
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

LCHS Earth Day Saturday
2021-06-19 10:00 - 15:00
For Earth Day, the Listuguj Community Health Services will be organizing a trash pick up and prize raffle. Children will be encouraged to collect trash around our community for a chance to receive a prize. Those who receive a ticket can select from a number of prizes.
The event starts at 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Listuguj JRM skating rink near LMG. Public Works will be on hand to help .

LMG Closed for National Indigenous Peoples Day
2021-06-21
The LMG will be closed Monday, June 21st, for National Indigenous Peoples Day.

Father's Day Celebration
2021-06-21 11:00 - 16:00
The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government will be hosting a BBQ, soft ball game and other activities on Father’s Day, June 21ts, 2021. Join the celebration at the ball field from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Prizes to give away!

Postponed - Youth Summer Solstice 2021
2021-06-23 09:00 - 15:00
Hello everyone!

Here’s a friendly notice that The Youth Summer Solstice event planned for today has been moved to tomorrow, June 23rd. It will be held at the same time, 10am-3pm with the Sunrise Ceremony at 9am at Gospem (Indian Lake).
Activities will include a scavenger hunt, archery challenges, to kayaking, paddle boarding, and so much more!

To find out more, contact Douglas Pictou at 418-788-2010

Hope to see you all there!

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Grief - A Part of Life: Sessions
2021-06-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2021-07-07 13:00 - 15:00
Families First Support Services will be hosting a four part series of sessions starting July 7th at Etlinpisulti’gw (The Healing Grounds Arbour) exploring the topic of Grief and the Grieving Process. Information about each session with dates and time are provided below.

Strawberry Moon Ceremony
2021-06-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Etlinpisulti’gw Healing Grounds
Family First Support Services, in collaboration with Ta’n Wetapegsuti’gw, will be hosting a Strawberry Moon Ceremony at Etlinpisulti’gw (Healing Grounds) Thursday, June 24th, 2021 from 7:00pm to 9pm.
For more information please contact:
Christine Metallic 418-788-2010
Paige Isaac 418-788-2136
Roseann Martin 819-664-6356

Zenabis Job Fair
2021-06-26 10:00 - 14:00
Zenabis, a Cannabis Licensed Producer, now powered by HEXO Corp is hosting a job fair to fill cultivation and packaging positions at its Atholville location.
The one-day job fair will take place at the 114 Water Street, Campbellton from 10am and 2pm on June 26th.
As part of the HEXO family, they are now proudly Number One in market share in Canada as well as the four largest markets in Canada (BC, Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec).
Come join their team as they embark on an exciting journey to being one of the Top Three Licensed Producers in the world!
Students are also welcomed to apply.

Per Capita Distribution Deadline for Quarterly Payment
2021-06-30

LMG Closed for Canada Day
2021-07-01
The LMG will be closed to observe Canada Day which is a statutory holiday throughout Canada.

New Date/Ground Breaking Ceremonies
2021-07-08
Due to rainy weather, the two Ground Breaking Ceremonies will be rescheduled. The first Ceremony will be for the Elder’s Facility (Isaac Lane/right off of Dundee Road). This will be taking place tomorrow July 8th, 2021 at 2:30pm.
Our second Ground Breaking Ceremony for the new Social Services building is yet to be determined. We will announce the event as soon as possible.
We apologize for the short notice, but we are confident that this will be a great event and we hope to all you there!

Cancelled - Family First Drive-In Movie Event
2021-07-08 21:30 - 23:30
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Families First Support Services will be postponing the drive-in movie until next week. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Family First will be hosting a Drive-In movie this Friday July 9th, 2021 at the Woodpile. The movie F9: The Fast Saga will start at 9:30pm. Treats will be provided by Northshore Cinema. DJ Floyd of FM Sounds will provide the music.
For further information please contact Tierra Ritchie at 418-788-2010
Hope to see you there!

Listuguj Family Gathering
2021-07-09 13:00 - 16:00
The LCHS Family Gathering scheduled for today will be postponed due to the weather. Stay tuned for the new date!

The Listuguj Community Health Services Directorate will be holding a Family Gathering at the JRM ice rink Friday, July 9th, 2021, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. There will be lots of fun activities including face painting, rock painting, water balloons and more all around the Splash Pad, Playground and Ballfield!
LCHS will have summer swag, and there will be prizes to be won! Refreshments will be provided and music by DJ Floyd.
For more information contact Monica, Wanda or Theresa at 418-788-2155.
We hope to see you there!

Babysitting Course
2021-07-10 09:00 - 16:30
There will be a Babysitting Course held at the Elders Lodge July 10, 2021, at 9am onward. Spots are available. Participants are required to please wear a mask during the course.
For more info contact Wanda at 418-788-2155.

Grief - A Part of Life: Sessions
2021-07-14 13:00 - 15:00
Families First Support Services will be hosting a session starting July 14th at Etlinpisulti’gw (The Healing Grounds Arbour) exploring the topic of Grief and the Grieving Process. Information about the session is provided below.

Listuguj Family Gathering
2021-07-15 13:00 - 16:00
The Listuguj Community Health Services Directorate will be holding a Family Gathering at the JRM ice rink Thursday, July 15th, 2021, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. There will be lots of fun activities including face painting, rock painting, water balloons and more all around the Splash Pad, Playground and Ballfield!
LCHS will have summer swag, and there will be prizes to be won! Refreshments will be provided and music by DJ Floyd.
For more information contact Monica, Wanda or Theresa at 418-788-2155.
We hope to see you there!

Kitchen Table Discussions
2021-07-20, 2021-07-22
Families First Support Services has in operation for 10 Years, and we are looking for families and interested community members to host a Kitchen Table Discussion in their home or porch to gather information on how we have done so far as a prevention program addressing the social issues within the community.
Discussions will take approximately one to two hours in the months of July and August. We have made available Tuesday and Thursday for these discussions.
Beverages and Snacks provided during discussions.
Please contact Sarah Isaac to book your timeslot for these Kitchen Table Discussions at 418-788-2010 or through email at sarahisaac@listuguj.ca
We look forward to meeting with you!

Listuguj Artist Network Meetup
2021-07-20 17:00 - 19:00
The Listuguj Economic Development Unit is building an Artist Network. All Listuguj artisans are welcome to join their meetup at the Isaac Healing Lodge on Tuesday, July 20th, at 5:00 p.m.
RSVP with Paige Isaac at paige.isaac@listuguj.ca.

Grief - A Part of Life: Sessions
2021-07-21 13:00 - 15:00
Families First Support Services will be hosting a session starting July 21st at Etlinpisulti’gw (The Healing Grounds Arbour) exploring the topic of Grief and the Grieving Process. Information about the session is provided below.

Buck Moon Ceremony
2021-07-23 19:00 - 21:00
Family First Support Services, in collaboration with Ta’n Wetapegsuti’gw, will be hosting a Strawberry Moon Ceremony at Etlinpisulti’gw (Healing Grounds) Friday July 23rd, 2021 from 7:00pm to 9pm.
For more information please contact:
Christine Metallic 418-788-2010
Paige Isaac 418-788-2136
Roseann Martin 819-664-6356
