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TFN Newsletter TFN Newsletter Now available online at: www.timiskamingfirstnation.ca/news.html Edition 11 - Issue 127

Wabikone Kizis - Flower Moon - May 5, 2011

Special Edition

on

Mining

It is with great pleasure that we bring you this

special edition of the community Newsletter, specifically on mining issues.

You will see that there have been some inter-

esting developments over the past few months that the lead-

ership wish to inform you of. There are very promising perspectives for the fu-

ture of this community; which will lead to further discussion and consultation.

Though TFN must see to protecting and

managing its traditional territory, it also must consider economic development opportunities for sustain-

ability purposes.

The following information is geared to

peak your curiosity and interest in view of having your participation in an up

coming community meeting.

Timiskaming First Nation Newsletter

From the Chief’s Desk

Chief and Council have been working for the past few months with the First Nation com-munities of Pikogan and Long Point. Our objective is to form an understanding to work to-

gether and to develop what is called a " Convention". This convention is basically an agreement in principle recognizing that we want to work together. The purpose of this

document is to address a Mine North of Rouyn Noranda called Aurizon. The area called Lac Joanne is were Aurizon plans on establishing a gold mine. This area is identified as

part of Algonquin Territory. Due to the fact that all the research is not yet completed, we felt the importance to react. The three communities agreed to address this part of the ter-

ritory in the form of a coalition of the three respective communities. We feel that we must assure the protection of the land first and foremost and at the same time create a partner-

ship with the mine in order to benefit First Nation interests and hopefully create employ-ment for our members.

Timiskaming First Nation will be hosting the official signing once all parties have agreed to the convention. However before the convention is signed we will be having an information

session so that you will be well informed. The TFN departments of Natural resources (Randy Polson) and Economic development( Cherie Stanger) will be the main contact peo-

ple on this project . They are working together to assure that the process is followed based on numerous court decisions in favor of First Nations.

Meegwetch

Chief Arden A McBride

BREAKING NEWS: BULLROCK IS PROTECTED! After eight years of effort from its Natural Resources de-

partment (now called Ni Dakinan), TFN has finally received

confirmation from the Quebec environment ministry (MDDEP) that a vast area (320 km2) north of Bullrock cor-

ner is now officially protected from any industrial activities

(mining, forestry, hydro-electric development). Please note that community members will still be able to conduct traditional ac-

tivities (hunting, trapping, fishing, plant harvesting) in this area. Recrea-

tional and tourism projects will also be permitted.

As the main user of the area, TFN will play a major part in the production

of the Bullrock conservation plan in collaboration with the Quebec government.

Ni Dakinan is already working on planning activities in the area such as a

cultural camp, training for traditional activities (trapping) and eventually

an ecotourism project.


TIMISKAMING FIRST NATION 18, Algonquin Ave. Tel : 819) 723-2335 Notre Dame du Nord, QC J0Z 3B0 Fax: (819) 723-2353

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TIMISKAMING FIRST NATION HOLDS FIRST MEET & GREET SESSION FOR COMPANIES WITH INTERESTS WITHIN THEIR TRADITIONAL TERRITORY

Timiskaming First Nation, May 4, 2011 - TFN has invited Mining, Forestry and Hydro companies as well other interested parties to a “Meet & Greet” session Tuesday, May 10th, 1:00 pm, at the Holiday Inn Select / New Lisk-eard, Ontario. The objectives of this session are to share information on the history and impacts for First Na-tions and to initiate healthy working relations based on principles of trust, good faith, mutual respect and mutual benefit. During this session, the sectors’ decision makers magnitude of involvement will demonstrate their sen-sitivity and willingness to create new relations with the First Nations. The TFN acknowledges that Aboriginal and Treaty rights are protected by the Canadian Constitution and also advocates that development companies “respect these rights and minimize the potential for adverse impacts that may result from activities on the land” by working in a spirit of respect, inclusion and meaningful participa-tion. “In this regard, all exploration activities on our traditional territory are of interest to TFN and it is clearly in the in-terest of these companies to both consult and negotiate with TFN. We do look forward to establishing mutually acceptable protocols concerning communication and consultation, as well as receiving updates on exploration activities on our traditional territory” stated Chief McBride. About Timiskaming First Nation In the Algonquin language they are called the Saugeen Anishabeg which means "People of the River mouth." This refers to the broad estuary formed by the Blanche and the Quinze Rivers on the northeast side of Lake Timiskaming. Timiskaming First Nation’s traditional territory straddles the Quebec-Ontario border, with 60% on the Ontario side and 40% in Quebec. The Timiskaming First Nation council consists of a chief and six councilors elected in accordance with the Timiskaming First Nation custom electoral code. For further information please contact: Randy Polson, Socio-economic Coordinator Cell: 819-629-4057 Chief Arden McBride 819-723-2370 Cell: 819-629-7091 Email: [email protected]

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“Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin” I am a Kind Man Initiative

Feast 6:00 pm

Community Hall

Key Note Address by: Mr. Richard Dokis

(Nipissing First Nation)

I choose a good

life with her I admire her strength


Workshop

9:00 am Kiwetin School

The Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin

This Workshop is to engage men and boys to speak out

against all forms of violence and abuse against women

This workshop is open to everyone, Men,

Women, Youth (Boys and Girls)

Only 8 places available

Please sign up on or before

Wednesday May 11, 2011

For further information or to sign up contact Dan Lavigne

at the Administration Office at 819-723-2335

Friday May 13, 2011

Saturday May 14, 2011


A Brief Explanation of the Duty to Consult

The aboriginal and treaty rights of the First Nations people of Canada are protected under Section 35(1) of Canada's Constitution Act, 1982. Courts have held that when there is any possibility that these rights may be infringed upon, the Crown (federal and/or provincial government) has a duty

to consult with the affected First Nations community. The duty to consult is very important in any natural resources development, such as mining exploration, hydro development or logging, that

might have adverse impacts on the environment, on cultural heritage sites or on traditional activi-ties.

Consultation must be carried out in good faith, with the goal of addressing the concerns that affect

First Nations. The scope of this duty, and the extent of consultation required, will depend on the circumstances of each case and the degree of adverse potential impacts.


Purpose: The purpose of the Kizhaay Anishinaabe Niin programme is to engage the men and boys of Aborig-

inal communities to speak out against all forms of violence and abuse against Aboriginal women Goals:

To provide education and support for Aboriginal men and boys to address issues of violence against Aboriginal women

To re-establish traditional responsibilities by acknowledging that our teachings have never toler-

ated violence and abuse towards women

To inspire men to engage other men to get involved and stop the abuse

To support Aboriginal men and boys who choose not to use violence

Kizhaay Workshop Outline

Community Action Plan Community resource person

Organizing a committee Media coverage

Networking Creating a safe environment

Establishing ground rules Addressing challenging questions/statements

Handling disclosures Promoting a safe environment Facilitator role

Seven Grandfather Teachings

Core Topics

Power and control wheel Equality wheel

Pre-contact, contact, post-contact, fu-ture

Group activity example Purpose

Materials Description Group discussion

Participant feedback

Participant plans/ideas


Information Session on Mining

Wednesday May 11th at 7pm

TFN Community Hall.

Mr. Gerald (Gerry) P. Kerr, president of Chignecto Consulting Group, will be making a presentation on the resource agreements between First Nation

communities and the mining industry.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

BIOGRAPHY ________________________________________________________________ Gerry Kerr, Chignecto Consulting Group

Gerry Kerr is president of Chignecto Consulting Group, a company that focuses on com-

munity development and negotiation support for Aboriginal peoples and their institutions.

Gerry has been extremely active in negotiations on behalf of First Nations in a wide range

of land based and resource issues in Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Terri-

tories, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Labrador. He has worked in business, govern-

ment and for First Nations in a varied career that has given him national and international exposure.

Gerry is recognized as one of the most experienced and successful negotiators with respect to concluding

resource agreements between Aboriginal communities and proponent companies. He is a sought after key

speaker and has spoken at many First Nation and industry conferences related to the Duty to Consult and

strategies for resource agreements. He has been involved in more than thirty Exploration and Impact Bene-

fit Agreement negotiations including the Voisey’s Bay Impact Benefit Agreement, the De Beers Victor Dia-

mond Project in the James Bay Lowlands and with Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation in Northwest Territories in

their negotiations on Snap Lake and Gahcho Kue Diamond Mines and with the Innu Nation in their current

negotiations with the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador on the Lower Churchill Hydro Projects. He conti-

nues working with a number of other First Nation communities across Canada on business development and

negotiations related to resource developments in traditional territories.

Prior to beginning his consulting career over fourteen years ago, Gerry enjoyed a productive career with the

Department of Indian Affairs. He served as Regional Director General in two regions responsible for over-

seeing the delivery of the full range of Indian Affairs programs and services to the First Nation, Innu and

Inuit communities of Atlantic Canada and Ontario.

Contact Information:

Gerry Kerr

Partner

Chignecto Consulting Group

14 Weldon Street

Sackville NB E4L 4N2

Ph: 506-536-2378 Ext 1

Fx: 506-364-0194

Cell: 506-536-7150

E-Mail: [email protected]

Website: www.chignectogroup.com


Timiskaming First Nation Algonquin Mother Earth

Water Walk Friday May 6, 2011

9:30 am

TFN Community Hall

Lunch will be served following the walk.

Call for Bids The Timiskaming First Nation is taking bids on a 1996 School Bus, which is currently parked in Gerald Hanbury’s

yard, at 35 Stanger’s Rd. It will be sold as is, with a reserve bid of $900.00. All bids

are to be in writing, placed in a sealed envelope, and dropped off at the Band Office; Attention Harrison Ball. Deadline for bids, May 17, 2011 at 4:00pm.


Mandates:

Protection of the territory and its resources

Development of social projects

Promotion of Algonquin culture and use of the land

Knowing the territory and its potential

Mission: TO PROTECT THE COMMUNITY’S WELLBEING,

LAND, NATURAL RESOURCES AND HERITAGE FOR PRESENT AND FUTURE ALGONQUIN GENERATIONS


Would you like to be the Chief of

Timiskaming First Nation for a day?

Well you can!

If you are in Grade 8, Secondary I

OR in Grade 12 / Secondary 5

All you have to do is enter this contest. There are two prizes,

One for each grade segment.

Your entry must consist of a 200 word essay.

(Typed & double spaced)

In your own words and opinion tell us:

Submissions must be handed into one of the following people by May 13th, 2011

Ms. Carole Furoy; Mrs. Rachele Perreault-Simpson;

Mrs. Briar Giroux


Offer of Employment The TFN is an equal opportunity employer and where members with equal qualifications will be given priority.

Summary

To help provide the TFN Community with continuous service from the Community Radio Station

Duties:

Mentorship will include but not exclusive to:

Select and introduce music according to the CHNT 92.3 FM format;

Write, produce and edit news articles for the Radio

Write, produce and edit advertisements for the Radio.

Research, create, and air entertaining programming.

Download and edit new music.

Air pre-recorded news and weather report of the day.

Broadcast pre-recorded community service announcements.

Attend and report on community events for the Radio.

Routine scheduled programming (such as: birthdays and anniversaries, contests, weather/news, etc.)

Qualifications

High school graduate

Must be dependable, punctual and responsible;

Provide a police back ground check;

Excellent reading and communications skills;

Good computer skills;

Available for training;

Meet HRSD, requirements.

Personal Qualities:

Have positive, friendly and out-going personality.

Be a self-motivated worker.

Applicants should be aware that the TFN has a pre-employment drug testing program

Title Radio Station Announcer

Department Economic Development

Line of Authority Under the direction of the Director of Economic Development

Application deadline: Thursday May 19, 2011 at 4:00 pm

Any person interested in this posting please submit your letter of application and your resume before the

deadline to:

Timiskaming First Nation

Attn: Nancy McBride

18 Algonquin Avenue (TFN)

Notre-Dame du Nord, QC J0Z 3B0

Or email application/resume to: [email protected]

Note: The Timiskaming First Nation reserves the right to a pre-selection of interested candidates.

Only those retained will be contacted for an interview.

mailto:[email protected]


Wabikone Kizis – Flower Moon – wabi-ko-nee key-sis - May - The fifth moon of Creation is Flower

Moon, where all plants display their Spirit sides for the entire world to see. This life giving energy is one the most powerful healing medicines on Mother Earth. During this moon we are encouraged

Manadjita-ganiwan

Metisowini Kijigan

Anjeni Kijigan

Sozep Kijigan

Ish-piniganiwan

Chibayatigo Kijigan

Mini Kijigan

1

2 3 Council Meeting

4 5 Spaghetti Lunch

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

6 TFN Algonquin Mother Earth Water Walk

10:00 am

7 Spring Bingo Drum

Workshop

8

Mother’s Day

9

10

11

Information

Session on mining

7:00 pm Community Hall

12

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

13

I am a Kind Man Initiative

Feast

14

I am a Kind Man Initiative

Workshop

15 16 Council Meeting

17

Full Moon

Ceremony

18 Remedial Plan Meeting

19

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

20

21

22 23

24

25 26

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

27 28

29 30

Council Meeting

31

1

2

Bingo

6:30pm

Community Hall

3 4

5 6 7 8 9 Submissions deadline for next Newsletter: Wednesday May 11, 2011 at 12:00 pm. The Newsletter will be circulated on Friday May 13, 2011

TFN Newsletter and

Learning Resource Center

18 Algonquin Ave.

Notre Dame du Nord, QC - J0Z 3B0

Tel: 819-723-2335

Fax: 819-723-2353

e-mail: [email protected]

New Moon: May 3

First Quarter: May 10

Full Moon: May 17

Last Quarter: May 24

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]

Wabikone Kizis

Flower Moon

May

Activity Calendar

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