newsletter-august 5, 2011

Now available online at: www.timiskamingfirstnation.ca/news.html

TFN Council Tel: Fax:

819-723-2370 819-723-2799

TFN Administration Tel: Fax:

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819-723-2955 819-723-2925

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819-723-5333 819-723-5211

Kiwetin School Tel: Fax:

819-723-2533 819-723-2578

Recreation Center Tel: Fax:

819-723-2291 819-723-2353

Seniors/Elders Unit Tel:

819-723-5223

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819-723-2313

Income Security Tel:

819-723-5333 Ext. 232

Economic Dev. Tel:

819-723-5333 Ext. 226

Edition 11 - Issue 134

Otatakakomin Kizis – Blackberry Moon - August 5, 2011

TFN Morns the Passing of Grandfather William Commanda

The soul of a Nation has died

The soul and the heart of a nation has died; William Commanda, spiritual

leader of the Algonquin Nation, passed away on August 3 at 4:30 am at

the age of 97.

"A page of our history has closed with William Commanda, but Algonquin

people will have an everlasting memory of a great man dedicated to de-

fending his people and to the protection of the environment," said Vice

Grand Chief of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation Tribal Council, Ms Mar-

lene Jerome.

Born November 11, 1913, William Commanda, whose real name

Ojigkwanong (Morning Star), was the great-grand-son of Pakinawatik, an

Algonquin leader who led his people from Lake of Two Mountains near

Montreal, to the site of the current Reserve of Kitigan Zibi in 1854 (then

known as the River Desert Reserve). William Commanda was Chief of the

community as his illustrious great-grandfather, from 1951 to 1970. He

was also chosen as supreme leader of the only movement for the crea-

tion of Aboriginal self-government, the North American Indian Nation

Government in 1945. The creation of this government was in response to

the government who then refused all rights to indigenous peoples. Sev-

eral leaders who had supported the creation of this government had sub-

sequently been prosecuted by the federal government and were sen-

tenced to prison for conspiracy.

Though humble, he also met most of the major political and spiritual

leaders of the world. He found himself alongside the Dalai Lama in 1990

in Ottawa and later in 1998 Nelson Mandela. In 2008, he received the

Order of Canada from the Governor General, Michael Jean. He made

many moving speeches to the United Nations, for the adoption of the UN

Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

May you Rest in Peace Grandfather Commanda

Congratulations Faith graduated from TDSS in June and will be attending

Algonquin College in Ottawa this fall where she is enrolled in the Culinary

Skills-Chef Training program.

Congratulations and good luck this

fall. Love Mom, Dad, Craig and Hope

Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter

All Chief’s meeting in Niagara and Moncton New Brunswick

The National Chief Atleo called upon the Chiefs of Canada to review a number of issues, one of the main ones was the structure of the A.F.N and how to proceed

which meant developing an action Plan on how to work with the government. It was brought to the Chiefs attention that the Prime Minister Steven Harper is willing to work with the National Chief. According to Chief Atleo we have to

work with a nation to nation approach and the present government has started to be open to this process. Present at the Assembly was Minister Pete Sa-

ganash, The Minister attended the workshops over the past three days to see what were First Nations priorities, he already was aware that education is one

of the main priorities, but there were also many others. The Chiefs in assembly clearly expressed their uncertainty with the Prime Minister, stating that they heard this dialogue in the past and nothing ever became of it. The National

Chief tried to assure the Chiefs that if talks fail, the Chiefs will be notified so that we then can re-

view our approach for the future.

National Chief Atleo is gaining recognition for First Nations at the International table; once again representatives were present from different countries. The one country that seems to be at all our

meetings is China, they make it very clear that they want to not only invest with First Nations but want to work with them at an international level. Even is the meeting was the Annual General As-sembly, it was very clear also that developing new relationships with other countries was part of

the agenda. It is also to be noted that many resolutions were presented and passed at the assem-

bly and they can be seen on the A.F.N website.

In regards to partnership it is clear that the Summit on Mining and Energy that was held in Niagara Falls has played an important role for Timiskaming First Nation. The mining industry is aware that

our traditional territory contains several interesting deposits in mineral and they want to explore it’s feasibility. I met several Chief at both of these meetings and they have given us a lot of infor-

mation on dealing with mining companies because they have the experience. There exists all types of agreements when dealing with this industry. We can create employment and at the same time protect our ancestral territory, but it is important that we act fast and assure that when an agree-

ment is produced that we are well protected. We are not yet at the stage of making these agree-ments but are seeking information in order that we are not caught off guard. Timiskaming First

Nation Leadership is presently in the process of meeting with Chief Sonny Batisse of Matachewan First Nation, Chief David Babin of Wagooshig First Nation and Chief Marie Mathias of Beaver House

First Nation, in order to come to a consensus about the overlapping of our Traditional Territory in Ontario, we all agree that this is Anishanawbe Territory and it is up to First Nations to determine our borders and not the government. The same process is being done on the Quebec side of our

Traditional Territory with Chief Jean Paul Rankin from Pikogan and Chief Leonard Polson from Long

Point First Nation. These are the areas where the main mineral deposits were discovered.

During the all Chiefs meeting, Chief Real McKenzie approach me to see if any of our members would be interested in working in the Northern Quebec area close to the Labrador border. They

signed an agreement with two mines, and predict that they will need around two thousand workers for another project. Because of the location of the mines, they will be building a 600km railroad and will be looking for people for that project. The mines are to hire their community members first and

then other First Nations. He will be sending me more information.

These types of agreements are done by all the First Nations who have mines on their traditional territory, I also spoke with the Human Resources person from Wagooshig and she told me also they have that type of agreement and are presently looking for people interested in working for mines.

They are looking for different kind of workers. Once I receive this information I will forward it to

Cherie Stanger. I will add the rest of my report in the next newsletter.

Chief Arden McBride


Minister Geoffrey Kelley visits four Algonquin communities

Minister Geoffrey Kelley visits four Algonquin Communities

Québec, July 28, 2011 – On Wednesday July 27 and Thursday July 28, the Minister responsible for Native

Affairs, Geoffrey Kelley, visited the Algonquin communities of Timiskaming, Wolf Lake First Nation, Eagle Vil-

lage First Nation, and Long Point. Member of the National Assembly (MNA) for Rouyn-Noranda and Parlia-

mentary Assistant for Native Affairs, Daniel Bernard accompanied Mr. Kelley on the mini-tour.

“The two days were very instructive,” said Minister Kelley. “We discovered a strong will among these four

communities to advance toward greater prosperity, as much through the various approaches they are taking

as through the projects accomplished in recent years. The Algonquins take a novel approach to developing

their living environment. They can certainly be proud of their progress. The Government of Quebec intends to

continue encouraging them in this regard.”

Timiskaming

Wednesday morning, the Minister and MNA travelled to

Timiskaming to meet Chief Arden McBride and Timiskaming

First Nations members,and to visit the community.

“We are very pleased with the visit from the Minister and Mr.

Bernard,” said Chief Arden McBride. “Our meetings were much

appreciated. An energetic wind is blowing through our commu-

nity, and we will be hiring experts to help define the economic

development orientations we wish to pursue.”

Last May, the Secrétariat aux affaires autochtones provided a

grant of $135 000 to this community from the Aboriginal Initia-

tives Fund to hire an economic development officer and a con-

sultant.

Above Ghislain Picard Minister Kelly

Chief McBride

Daniel Bernard

Minister Kelly meets with TFN Chief, Council, Directors and managers.

Below Minister Kelly and Daniel Bernard arrive in the Community

Minister Kelly and Daniel Benard tour the ALTCC and meet with some of the residents

Continues on page 4


Custom Electoral Code

When contemplating changes to our custom election code, it is essential that membership be consulted to provide input. Timiskaming First Nation is looking for members interested in being a part of an election com-mittee to update the TFN Election Code. Once a new draft code is completed full community consultation will begin. Those interested in joining this committee can submit their names to Lori Anne Stanger: 819-723-2335 ext. 222

Wolf Lake First Nation

In the afternoon, upon invitation of the Wolf Lake Algonquin First Nation (community of Hunter’s Point),

Messrs. Kelley and Bernard participated in the inauguration of Camp La Lucarne, where they spent the

night. The Minister presented Chief Harry St-Denis with a cheque for $98 750, representing the first instal-

ment of a grant totalling about $200 000 for the band council’s acquisition and renovation of the camp, lo-

cated on the shore of Lake Kipawa. Mr. Kelley also announced funding of $87 500 to support the strategic

development of tourism in Rapides-des-Joachims. The band council will then be able to purchase and devel-

op Air Swisha–Rapides-des-Joachims, a canoe, kayak, and mountain bike rental service.

The next morning, the small delegation left the outfitters and travelled toward Timiskaming to visit the Wolf

Lake First Nation community. Among other stops, it took time to tour the band council office and the Algon-

quin Canoe Company Store.

“We are proud to demonstrate the strength of our community,” said Chief Harry St -Denis. “We were also

able to discuss issues of concern to us with the government representatives. It is important that we keep in

touch to maintain a constructive dialogue.”

Eagle Village First Nation

Minister Kelley and MNA Bernard continued on their tour, visiting Eagle Village First Nation (the community

of Kebaowek), where a meeting was planned with the Eagle Village-Kipawa First Nation council and its newly

elected chief, Madeleine Paul.

“It is a pleasure for me to meet the Minister responsible for Native Affairs and the Member for Rouyn -

Noranda, and to introduce my team to them,” said Chief Madeleine Paul. “It is the start to what I hope will

be an open and frank relationship. I am convinced we will get along well and create useful partnerships for

the well-being of the Eagle Village First Nation.”

Long Point First Nation

The mini-tour in the Algonquin territory finished with a visit to the community of Long Point (Winneway).

The visitors were met by Chief Leonard Polson who introduced the members of the Long Point First Nation

council. They were then shown the main points of interest in the community.

“The Algonquins of Long Point are facing major challenges,” said Chief Leonard Polson. “I have been chief of

this community for only a short time, but I know that together we are driven by a new sense of solidarity

that will enable us to meet our difficulties with success. Discussing our aspirations with the Minister and

MNA Bernard was a very interesting opportunity for us.”

“Algonguin communities are at an important phase of their development, and this foray into Algonquin terri-

tory is very educational. The Abitibi-Témiscamingue region is increasingly enriched by the contributions of

the various aboriginal communities that live there. Thanks to government financial assistance, the commu-

nities may now call on new expertise to structure their economic and social development,” said MNA Ber-

nard.


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Nibin Keebeshinnan Nibin Keebeshinnan

Seniors/Elders Spend the Day at Summer Camp The weather couldn't have been better for the picnic at Bullrock on Wednesday August 3 when the seniors

were invited to spend the day with the children who were there at summer camp. The school bus driven by

Arden took about 16 of us up to the lake.

The scenery is awesome! The campsite is situated along the shore of a small lake. There was a campfire for

those who wanted to enjoy time beside the lake and the fire. Clara and Maggie were the adventurers

and canoed around the lake. We enjoyed the fishing stories from Brent and were witnesses to his unbeliev-

able shot with an arrow. He actually made a Robin Hood which is an arrow shot into the end of the previous

arrow shot! His fishing stories are real fish stories. Thanks Brent.

The kids swam almost all day, only taking a break to have lunch of delicious moose stew and bannock and

ending with blueberry cake. Myra and Lisa served a great meal to all. We were entertained by the music of

Hubert along with Mabel and Joyce until the bus picked us up.

It was a great day and enjoyed by all. Gitchi Meegwetch to all especially to the kids who shared their day

with us, Myra, Lisa, Brent, Elijah, the Musicians and our driver Arden. We look forward to doing it again!

Shirley McBride

Secretary/Treasure

Seniors/Elders Committee


(Summer Camp) Update (Summer Camp) Update

1st Annual


The Millennium Scoop: native children in care surpass residential

school era

“It's getting harder to be a parent in these communi-

ties.''

Troubled children are increasingly being removed

from their homes, but about half the time, they are

placed in other First Nations homes, says Trocme.

About 90 per cent of them eventually wind up back

home at some point, perhaps as an adult, he says.

So the family ties are not being broken as in the past.

``Families don't disappear when you remove a child,'' he says.

The number of First Nations children in the child wel-

fare system is rising. But slowly funding is also on the

rise and so is discussion and innovation about how to

help them, he said.

In mainstream society, the number of children in care dropped suddenly in the 1970s. That's when child

welfare agencies switched their focus. Instead of re-

moving children from their home as a first resort,

they devoted resources to prevention and help for

troubled families.

The same approach wasn't applied toward First Na-

tions, Trocme says, but that is changing.

The federal government has added a new layer of

child-welfare funding directed toward prevention. It is

also funding a growing number of child welfare agen-

cies run by First Nations themselves.

Many First Nations complain that their other child ser-

vices are so broke that the prevention dollars are

sucked away by other more immediate needs.

But Ottawa points to some success in Alberta, where

it invested $98 million over five years for its new ap-

proach.

The number of children in the care of First Nations

agencies in that province has now stabilized, or even

edged down slightly, federal documents show.

Not every province has such a program quite yet, alt-

hough Ottawa hopes to achieve that by next year.

The federal numbers don't take into account the chil-

dren who are in the hands of provincial agencies. And

there are pervasive reports of widespread disillusion-

ment and despair at the local level, says Beaucage.

But there are signs at senior levels of government of

creative thinking and a willingness to allow First Na-

tions a stronger hand in child welfare, he says.

``There's a fair bit of flexibility and open-mindedness

at the top level,'' he said.

``We're going to have to measure our success in

decades and generations.''

Source: Winnipeg Free Press

John Beaucage uses a particular term for the heart-

break he sees around him: the Millennium Scoop.

The First Nations leader was recently hired by the

Ontario government to look into aboriginal child wel-

fare and what he found, not just in Ontario, but

across the country, was despair.

After decades of wrestling with the impact of the res-

idential school system and then with the ``Sixties

Scoop'' that placed so many aboriginal children in

non-aboriginal homes First Nations are now facing

another tragedy of lost children in the new millenni-

um.

There are more First Nations children in care right

now than at the height of the residential school sys-

tem. That system was a national disgrace that

prompted Prime Minister Stephen Harper to apolo-

gize for its catastrophic impact on natives.

Instead of being at home with their parents, brothers

and sisters, tens of thousands of First Nations chil-

dren are in foster homes, staying with distant rela-

tives or living in institutions.

``It's a culmination of decades worth of social ills,''

Beaucage says.

A disheartening mix of poverty, addiction, history

and politics has conspired to separate First Nations

children from their parents.

Researchers aren't certain how many native kids are

no longer living with their parents. A major study in

2005 pegged the number at 27,500. Since then, pro-

vincial and federal data as well as empirical reports

suggest the numbers have risen.

That's easily double the size of the cohort forced

away from their homes and into residential schools

during the late 1940s and 50s, a brutal period of

Canada's history that still haunts First Nations fami-

lies.

There's no question native children dominate the

child welfare system.

Former auditor general Sheila Fraser estimated First

Nations children were eight times more likely to be in

care than other Canadian kids. She pointed out that

in British Columbia, of all the children in care, about

half are aboriginal even though aboriginals are only

about eight per cent of the population.

Beaucage's report says aboriginal people make up about two per cent of the population, but between 10

to 20 per cent of the children in care.

``Given the data I've had a chance to see, if any-

thing, it's an underestimation,'' said Nico Trocme,

director of McGill University's Centre for Research on

Children and Families.


Employment Opportunity Pidaban Child Care Centre is currently seeking names for

Replacement Educators Replacement Janitor

Replacement Kitchen Aide Permanent on- call Maintenance worker

For more information or to give your name call at 819-723-2319 ext. 2

COMMUNITY NOTICE

ALTCC Board of Directors Replacement List

We are collecting names of community mem-bers who are interested in sitting on the Board of Directors of the ALTCC when ever a seat be-

comes available. Please submit your name with a short letter ex-

plaining why you want to sit on the Board of Di-rectors to:

Anishnabe Long Term Care Center

Att:

Mary Ann Babin

26 Algonquin Avenue

Notre Dame du Nord, Quebec

J0Z 3B0

Note: letters can also be dropped off at the

ALTCC.

Meegwetch

Mary Ann Babin, Director

Fundraising BBQ and Yard Sale

On Thursday july 21st. The Departments of the Timiskaming First Nation pulled together for a successful fundraising BBQ and Yard

Sale!

To the enjoyment of the new owners, all departments dug into their storage units and sheds for items that simply had not been used for some time.

We are pleased to announce that the Yard Sale raised 1,867.20 dollars. The TFN Social Development allocated the funds to the Nibin Keebeshinnan (Childrens Summer camp at Bullrock)

Community Notice Availability of

Lands and Membership officer

August 8 to 12 (Workshop)

Available from 3:00 to 4:30 pm daily and

August 15 to 26 (Training)

Out of town

Sorry for the inconvenience

Jessica Chevrier


Public Works - Important Community Notice

Recycling to start in the Community

The Public Works department is STARTING the recycling program

Recycling will be picked up the week of

August 8, (Blue Bins)

Garbage will be picked up the week of

August 15, (Charcoal Bins)

Your usual up day remains the same Tuesdays - King’s Richard’s, Ontario and Business

Wednesdays - Rest of community

This will be an ongoing rotation, one week Recycling (Blue Bins)

the following week Garbage (Charcoal Bins).

MAKE SURE to ONLY have RECYCLABLES in your blue bin, or we will ( NOT) be picking it up.

If you are not sure what is recyclable , please stop

by the Band office, and pick up the flyer on what is recyclable, or check the next page of this issue of the

TFN Newsletter.

If you are unsure schedule check the calendar at the back of the Newsletter


Timiskaming First Nation

Keep our environment clean!

Non-recyclables

Papers and cardboards

Correspondence and office paper Newsprints and flyers

Catalogues, periodicals and magazines Telephone books Books, notebooks, envelopes,

notepads, writing pads, bills, letters and folders

Brown grocery bags Corrugated cardboards and flattened card-

boards

Milk and juice cartons (waxed cardboard) Cardboard boxes

Egg cartons Cardboard tubes

How to prepare the recyclables Remove the publicity flyers from their plastic

bag Neatly fold the cardboard boxes

Rinse all containers as to avoid unwanted odors or vermin (no need to remove the labels)

Remove all the different lids from your con-tainers (these recyclables can be put loose in

the bin)

Glass

Any kind of bottles: wine, soft drinks, spirits (colored or clear glass)

Any kind of glass utility jars (colored or clear glass)

Plastics Clear or colored plastic bottles (bleach,

shampoo, food products, household mainte-nance, detergent, soft drinks, spring water,

etc.) Clear or colored plastic containers

(yogurt, margarine, etc.)

Plastic lids Plastic shopping bags, garbage bags, bread

bags, sandwich bags, etc. Any kind of rigid plastics coded 1 to 7 or hav-

ing the recycling logo affixed on it

Metal

Aluminium containers (pie plates, mould, etc.)

Aluminum paper Aluminum cans Metal lids

Tin cans

How to recycle soft plastics Place into a single bag all the soft plastics

bags, making sure that they are clean and

empty of their content. Knot this bag and it’s ready for the bin.

Collective waste removal: the DOS and DONT’S of the recycling bin

Wet or solid paper cardboard (soiled by

food, paint, grease, etc.) Diapers, hygienic pads, paper towels, tissue

pa-per, etc. Padded envelopes Photographs, carbon paper, wax paper,

wallpaper Fluorescent tubes (neon), lamp bulbs

Dishes, porcelain, crystal, Pyrex Ceramics and earthenware Window glass, mirrors

Fiberglass Wood and furniture

Clothing and textiles Food Carpets

Lumber, construction or renovation waste (ceiling tiles,

floor tiles, tar paper, etc.)

Garden hose

Toys

Toothpaste tubes or pumps

Plastic food wraps (Saran Wrap style)

All industrial or commercial plastics

Tarps (pool, car, utility, etc.)

Rubber products

Styrofoam

Rope of all kind

Metal junk (nails, screws, radios, wires, faucets, copper

tubes and other products of the kind)

Pressurized aerosol containers or anything under pressure

Domestic appliance: electric stove, refrigerator, washers,

dryer, etc.

Automobile or bicycle parts


Giant Hogweed (Please be aware that there is a considerable amount

of Giant Hogweed in the community) Although contact with the sap is not painful in itself, the toxins it con-

tains are activated by light (UV rays), making the skin extremely sen-sitive to sunlight and causing a type of damage to superficial skin

cells called phytophotodermititis. Phytophotodermititis can develop up to 48 hours after exposure to sap. It is characterized by localized rash and edema (red, swollen

skin), blisters, or even burns. Once healed (in approximately a week), brown spots can persist and the affected region can remain sensitive

to sunlight for several months. All parts of the body can be affected, but the back of the hands, arms, legs, and face are the most commonly injured because they are

more likely to be exposed to the poisonous sap and to sunlight.

The risk of exposure is high for the following groups of people:

Children and their parents

Horticulturalists

Farmers

Personnel doing brushing work

Anyone living or spending time in areas where the plant is

found.

What to do in the event of exposure

If your skin has been in contact with sap

Remove the sap as quickly as possible without spreading it. Use a sheet of absorbent paper and

do not rub. Wash the affected area with soap and rinse thoroughly with water. Then wash your

hands.

Change and wash your clothes to avoid contaminating other parts of your body or other people.

Cover affected areas (gloves, long pants, and long sleeves) to avoid exposing them to light

(including artificial light) for at least 48 hours.

If your eyes have come in contact with sap

Rinse your eyes thoroughly with clean water for ten minutes.

Wear dark sunglasses to avoid exposing your eyes to light.

See a doctor as soon as possible.

If you have burns

Avoid any exposure to sunlight for at least a week.

Use sunscreen for six months.

Call the Info-Santé helpline at 8-1-1 for more information on how to treat burns.

If you think you have been in contact with giant hogweed or if you would like more information on what to do in case of burns, contact Centre antipoison du Québec at 1-800-463-5060 or the Info-Santé help line at 8-1-1.


TFN POLICE FORCE

ATTENTION TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS

The Guardian Angels summer project will be ending on the 19th of August, if you have any valuables that require engraving now

is the time to do so.

The Guardian Angels will be taking appointments from the 15th -19th of August

for engraving. To make an appointment call (819)723-2810 and leave a mes-sage with your name, address and what time would be good for the Guardian Angels to do

the engraving.

The Timiskaming Police would like to take this time to thank those who have taken part in the Guardian Angel project.

911 address change

If you have not already changed your house number, it is best that you do so as soon as

possible. Having the exact number on your house makes it easier for either the police, ambulance and fire department to locate your house when emergencies arise.

Appreciation Corner (Thank you for going above and beyond)

Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer.

Those who can, do. Those who can do more, volunteer.

The Public Security Committee would like to extend its belated appreciation to Harrison

Ball and all the crew for getting our street lights functional. This really adds to the safety of our community.

A BIG thank you foes out to all those who helped organize, set-up and de-

liver the TFN Yard Sale on July 21st. Much appreciation and recognition goes out to all those who helped transport, carry and move all the items

in the scorching heat!! Kudos to Lori Anne, Doug, the Public Works crew, the Summer Students and our fine Auctioneer Marielle Beaulac.


Full Moon Ceremony Otatakakomin Kizis – Blackberry Moon

Saturday August 13. 2011

at 8:30 pm

at Marilyn Chevrier-Wills Lodge (Full Moon Lodge) On Richard’s Road

TIMISKAMING NATIVE WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP WOMEN’S WELLNESS

ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND “WOMEN’S SHARING CIRCLE”

WHERE: 116 WHITEWOOD AVE NEW LISKEARD, ON NEXT CIRCLE: WEDNESDAY August 17, 2011 TIME: STARTING AT 6:30 PM SHARP

Contact: Marilyn C. Wills at 705-647-7877 WOMEN GATHER IN A CIRCLE SMUDGE IF THEY CHOOSE TO, SING, DRUM,

SHARING CIRCLE TEACHINGS ON THE TOBACCO, WATER AND STRAWBERRIES

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Please bring you own cloth and tobacco

Nibin Keebeshinnan

(Summer Camp at Bullrock) Schedule For early registration please contact the Administration office at 819-723-2335

and ask for Elijah Polson-Groulx

OR

Registration forms can be picked up at the Administration Office front desk

Who When

10-11 yrs. Aug. 8-12

Community Reminder

Just a reminder…….Cheque day is on Thursday’s only; therefore please submit all requests by Wednesday at 12:00 pm in order for processing to be completed.

Please note, Cheques are ready Thursday’s 3:30 pm.

Thank you for your understanding! TFN Finance Department


6:30 pm Sharp Entry Fee – $20

Extra 2 Strips - $5.00

Extra 4 Strips – $10.00 Specials & Jackpots - $1.00 each

New Programs and New Rules..!!

Any student looking for volunteer

school hours can call Harold at 819-723-2335

Harold McKenzie Social Development Coordinator

24 Algonquin Ave

Timiskaming First Nation, Quebec (819)723-2335

Thursday Night

Megwetch, Thank You, Merci

Kiwetin School

Parent Committee

Estelle Wabie for Head Start- Kindergarten

Twyla Wabie for Grades 1 & 2 Robin Chevrier for Grades 3& 4

Christine Chevrier for Grades 5&6 Lynn Simpson for Grades 7&8 Harold McKenzie and Wanda King are the two

members representing the community at large

The two Parent Committee members who are on LEA are: Harold McKenzie and Christine Chevrier

The next Parent Committee Meeting is scheduled for the following date:

Thursday August 29, 2011

and Tuesday September 20, 2011

All meetings will be in the Kiwetin

School Library starting at 4:30 pm

Important Information

TDSS (Temiskaming District Secondary School)

Parents are invited to visit this site regularly. A lot of information is promoted this way. www.dsb1.edu.on.ca/tdss/


Reverse Osmosis Residential Water System

Systems sold here at $210.00 compared to other systems that are sold at $350.00

Price D.I.Y. Installation $210.00 Seller installed $260.00

Potential customer usage is one 18 liter per week.

Recommended filter change every 6 months at an annual cost of $120.00 $120.00 / 52 wks. = $2.30 weekly costs

The more bottles you use per week the more the savings. D.I.Y. customers realize further savings on home maintenance. One system on hand. First come first served.

For information or to purchase Call Francis Robinson at 819-723-5173

R.O. water is the best, safest, healthiest drinking water available.

Lawn Cutting Services

Contact

Ralph McKenzie

at

819-723-2838

Summer Festival

2011

(with the Korean Group)

August 2 to 9, 2011 TFN Community Hall

Children Activities starting

at 9:00 am daily Youth Activities in the evenings For more details contact Karen Polson at 819-723-2029


funsportcanada.abitemis.info / [email protected]

Tuesday August 9th

Tuesday August 16th

Tuesday August 23th

Dodgeball, track and field, street hockey, soccer, softball, football, basketball…

More than 100$ in

participation prices!

SPORTS SUMMER DAY CAMP ON TUESDAYS

From 10 am to 2 pm at Kiwetin School

ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES

Are you be interested in joining or continuing adult academic upgrading this fall?

If you are please come in or call 819-723-2335 and leave your name with Laurette Renaud at the TFN Administration Office

Evening Classes

Are you be interested the following evening classes this fall?

French (second Language) Algonquin

If you are please come in to the TFN Administration Office or call

819-723-2335 and leave your name with Laurette Renaud


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Otatakakomin Kizis (otata-ko-ka-min key-sis) August - Blackberry Moon The eighth moon of Creation is the Blackberry Moon, when we honor the Blackberry which produces an abundance of fruit every year. It was one of the first plants put on Mother Earth, and its purpose is to protect the Sacred Circle of Life by allowing us to recognize and understand the teachings that come from the Spirit World.

Manadjitagani-wan

Sun

Metisowini Kijigan

Mon

Anjeni Kijigan

Tue

Sozep Kijigan

Wed

Ishpiniganiwan

Thurs

Chibayatigo Kijigan

Fri

Mini Kijigan

Sat

1 2 3 4

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

5

6

7 8

Council Meeting

9

Recycle

(blue bins)

10

Recycle

(blue bins)

11

Bingo 6:30pm

Community Hall

12

13

14 15 Council Meeting

16

Garbage

(charcoal bins)

17

Garbage

(charcoal bins)

18

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

19

Full Moon

Ceremony

20

21 22

Council Meeting

23

Recycle

(blue bins)

27

Recycle

(blue bins)

25

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

26 27

28 29

Council Meeting

30

Garbage

(charcoal bins)

31

Garbage

(charcoal bins)

1 2 3

Submissions deadline for next Newsletter: Wednesday August 17, 2011 at 12:00 pm. The Newsletter will be circulated on Friday August 19 2011

TFN Newsletter

24 Algonquin Ave.

Notre Dame du Nord, QC - J0Z 3B0

Tel: 819-723-2335

Fax: 819-723-2353

e-mail: [email protected]

First Quarter: Aug. 6

Full Moon: Aug. 13

Last Quarter: Aug. 21

New Moon: Aug. 31

If you have dates of up coming community events that you would like to see on the calendar, please contact Dan Lavigne at : 819 -723-2335 or by e-mail: [email protected]

Otatakakomin Kizis

Blackberry Moon

August 2011

Activity Calendar

newsletter-august 5, 2011

Documents

police tel

tfn council tel

tfn administration tel

line services tel

social services tel

parajudicial services

recreation center tel

ni dakinan tel