KZA_GBFNNOVEMBER 2018

NEWSLETTER

@KZA_GBFN www.gullbayfirstnation.com

In This Issue

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ContentsIn this Issue 2

Community Calendar 3

Community Event Posters 4-9

Employment Opportunities 10-15

Mashkawiziiwin Energy Projects 16

Ontario Works 17

Good Food Box 18

KZA_GBFN Education 19

Mino-Niigaanendmowin 20

Indigenous Services Canada 21-25

Lake Nipigon First Nation’s Collective 26

Our Staff 27

Other Information 28-29

Halloween Haunt Maze & Dance Pictures 30-32

Community Calendar

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November 2018Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1Anger Management

Health Centre – Turtle Room1:00pm-2:30pm

2

5 6 7 8Anger Management

Health Centre – Turtle Room1:00pm-2:30pm

Good Food BoxPayment Due

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12 13Giizis Energy Night

Recreation Centre6pm-8pm

14OW Clients Tour *

Dilico Treatment CentreSquaw Bay, Ontario

Quit Smoking/Snuff UseHealth Centre – Turtle Room

6:30pm-8:00pm

15Anger Management

Health Centre – Turtle Room1:00pm-2:30pm

16Ontario Works

Cheque DistributionGovernment Office

9am

19 20APS Night

Recreation CentreTime: TBD

21Nokiiwin Night

Recreation CentreTime: TBD

Life LabsHealth Centre

9:30am-1:00pm

22Nokiiwin

Entrepreneurship Workshop*

Recreation Centre10am-3:30pm

Anger ManagementHealth Centre – Turtle Room

1:00pm-2:30pm

Good Food BoxDelivery

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26 27Giizis Energy Night

Recreation Centre6pm-8pm

28 29Anger Management

Health Centre – Turtle Room1:00pm-2:30pm

30Ontario Works

Cheque DistributionGovernment Office

9am

* = Ontario Works Workshop

10:00am - 3:30pm

Date(s): November 1, 2018 - Thursdays Open Registration Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Location: KZA Health Centre Turtle Room To Register Contact: Larry 982-2121 or 583-2013 Ext. 207

Requirements: (Participants are expected to be respectful, no alcohol or drugs and motivated to work on personal healing.)

Anger Management

A program to learn by practice and a review of summary core concepts and skills. Medicine

Wheel & 7 Grandfather Teachings Confidentiality assured

CLEAN ENERGY

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 2018RECREATION CENTRE

6:00PM – 8:00PM

THIS IS A FREE EVENT, SO COME ON DOWN WITH THE FAMILY FOR

SOME CLEAN ENERGY FUN!

POPCORN AND JUICE WILL BE AVAILABLE

CLEAN ENERGY

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 2018RECREATION CENTRE

6:00PM – 8:00PM

THIS IS A FREE EVENT, SO COME ON DOWN WITH THE FAMILY FOR

SOME CLEAN ENERGY FUN!

POPCORN AND JUICE WILL BE AVAILABLE

Indigenous Services Canada

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NEEDHELPTOQUITSMOKINGORSNUFFUSE?

AFRAID?

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WednesdayNovember14th

6:30-8pm

TurtleRoom– HealthCentre

ComedownandtalkwithJo-AnnRN

Indigenous Services Canada

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WewillbeofferingMONTHLYservicesattheGullBayHealthCentre:

WednesdayNovember21

Hoursare9:30-1:00OPENDURINGLUNCH

Appointmentsareavailable.

Walk-insWelcome

PleasebringyourlabreqwithyouorhaveDR/NPfaxtoNurses.

COMEOUTANDUSETHISGREATSERVICE

Employment Opportunities

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First Nation AdministratorAccountable to the government of GBFN, being the duly elected chief and council, the roles and responsibilities of the First Nation Administrator include, but are not limited to: the implementation of Council’s decisions in regards to the management , administration and completion of audit/reporting requirements for all programs and services under the jurisdiction of Council; the advisement and provision of information and the identification of programs, opportunities and initiatives that may contribute to sustainable social and economical development of the community; the maintenance of operational requirements which ensure the health, security and well-being of GBFN members; the planning, organization, directions and controls of the operations along with the human, financial and material resources of all the sectors of FN activities; as well as many other tasks involving community and intergovernmental relations.

Desired applicants should possess base core competencies of; thinking capabilities, leadership effectiveness, self-management and social awareness. To be successful in this position, individuals should emote the personal attributes of: knowledge; education; experience; personal suitability; abilities. Skills and aptitudes; occupational and literacy/numeracy proficiency.

The successful candidate should have a relative university degree and a minimum of 5 years of service in a similar position. Compensation will be commiserative with education and experience. Since the FN Administrator must live in the community and work Monday through Friday, Council is prepared to offer staff accommodation to the candidate at no cost during their tenure. In accordance with GBFN equity hiring practices, the Nation will give priority standing to candidates who are members of the community first, then to any person of FN status, and finally to all others expressing interest.

Resumes, along with 3 letters of reference from previous employers and/or business contacts, may be faxed to the GBFN Government Office at (807) 982-0009

Employment Opportunities

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School Bus DriverFor all persons interested in receiving training as a school bus driver OR any licensed and qualified persons interested/available to work as an alternate driver, this information is for your use.

Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek – Gull Bay First Nation requires the services of an alternate school bus driver for the GBFN / Armstrong Public School daily route, as well as for community events such as powwows, children’s activities and other such occasions.

Successful training candidates will be paid during the course of their learning experiences and for scheduled and on-call driving times. GBFN will pay the cost of the associated required checks.

To be considered, please note that you must possess the following: • An unrestricted valid drivers license and current driving abstract• A physician’s medical in accordance with MTO standards• A Criminal record check including a vulnerable sector check (for more info,

please refer to www.thunderbaypolice.ca/service/criminal-records-search)

Any interested person should submit a copy of their resume and drivers license to Herman Lee (in Armstrong) or Chief Wilfred King (in GBFN).

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Employment Opportunities

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Water Treatment Plant/Waste Water OperatorFor all persons interested in receiving training as a Water Treatment Plant/Waste Water Operator, this information is for your use. Upon completion of the construction of the new Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek – Gull Bay First Nation Water Treatment facilities, GBFN will require the services of TWO (2) qualified staff to operate the system. Under the supervision of Marcel Shonias, certified staff will be responsible for conducting the various associated activities. To prepare for this upcoming need, Council has authorized the identification and financial support of interested candidates.

Candidates will have their travel, certification and testing fees paid for by the FN. GBFN would like to send at least 4-6 candidates to the Entry-level course for Drinking Water Operators. This program is delivered over two weeks: 1st week – facilitated self-study with face-to-face instructor support; 2nd week – classroom instruction and a ’hands-on’ training component delivered by two certified instructors.

Only those who are successful in passing the course will be given an interview and offered PRIORITY CONSIDERATION FOR FULLTIME EMPLOYMENT IN GBFN.

To be considered, please note that you must possess the following: • Candidates require a competent level of literacy and numeracy skills (Grade

12)• Candidates should possess a drivers license• Candidates should be prepared to work flexible hours

Any interested person should submit a copy of their resume and drivers license to Marcel Shonias or Chief Wilfred King by fax (807) 982-0009 or in person at the Government Office in GBFN.

Employment Opportunities

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Medical Van DriverFor all persons interested applying as a Medical Van Driver, this information is for your use. Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek – Gull Bay First Nation requires TWO (2) qualified staff to operate the van in accordance with the GBFN Medical Transportation Protocol. In association with GBFN/Health Referral Staff, the driver will be responsible for conducting the various associated activities such as:

1. Report any vehicle malfunctions or needed repairs.2. Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using

telephone or mobile two-way radios.3. Drive gasoline or diesel powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport clients

between the community, the Thunder Bay designated drop spot, and return, AND drive without passengers o other related activities (for example prescription and Health Centre cleaning supply pick ups).

4. Check the condition of a vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.

5. Comply with traffic regulations in order to operate vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.

6. Follow safety rules as clients are boarding and exiting vehicle, and as they cross streets near vehicle stops.

7. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort. 8. Escort clients into and out of vehicle as required.9. Keep vehicle interiors clean for passengers.10.Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.11.Maintain order among clients during trips, in order to ensure safety.12.Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or

trips, hours worker, mileage, fuel consumption, and/or pick up activities etc.

Employment Opportunities

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Medical Van Driver (Continued)

To be considered, please note that you must possess the following: • Candidates require a competent level of literacy and numeracy skills (Grade

12)• Candidates should possess a valid unrestricted drivers license• Candidates must submit to an MTO physicians physical and provide the

report• Candidates must provide a criminal records check (GBFN will support/pay)• Candidates should be prepared to work flexible hours

This is the LAST opportunity to maintain a vital service to community members. GBFN has lost its van drivers due to the failure of certain community members to follow the simple safety protocol and place undue stress and hardship on the drivers.

Any interested person should submit a copy of their resume and drivers license to Chief Wilfred King by fax (807) 982-0009 or in person at the Government Office in GBFN.

Employment Opportunities

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Community Mental Health & Addictions WorkerMental Health & AddictionsCOMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS WORKERDistrict Mental Health Services1-Permanent Full-timeLocation: Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek First Nation (Gull Bay)Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker will provide clinical assessments, planning, treatment and counselling to children and their families, and consultations regarding community behavior assessments and intervention. The primary responsibility is the provision of mental health and addictions counselling services with a holistic approach for children and their families that is consistent with the vision, mission and core values established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.

Hours of Work: 60 hours bi-weekly (2 weeks working rotation – 10 hour days x 6 per week for 2 weeks followed by 2 weeks off)

Qualifications and Requirements: A minimum two-year Social Work diploma and/or five years experience working in a Social Service field in a First Nation Community. A minimum of two or more experience in the provision of counselling services to Anishinabek children, youth or their families with a combination of training and work experience with Anishinabek people, communities, culture, traditions and teachings. Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.

Must have: the ability to work flexible hours, valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate, a valid Class “G” Driver’s License; access to a reliable, personal vehicle; and $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance, medical and up-to-date immunization recommended but not mandatory.

Please forward cover letter, resume and employment application to:

RecruitmentDilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place

Mashkawiziiwin Energy Projects

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Update on the ProjectOctober 4, 2018 – Westfort Productions visited the community for the second time to film helical pile installation for KZA’s micro grid video.

October 22, 2018 – Solar Panel Racking arrives in KZA. Real World Media begins filming for the KZA Micro Grid Video.

October 22, 2018 – Chief King, Councillor Kevin King and Mashkawiziiwin Intern Travis Penagin attend IESO Community Energy Symposium in Toronto. Chief King presents on the KZA Micro Grid Project.

October 24, 2018 – First Solar panel installed at the KZA Micro Grid Site! A milestone for KZA and the project team! Real World Media begins filming for the “Power to the People” featuring KZA Micro Grid Project. Aphrodite Salas from Concordia University begins filming and interviews for KZA Micro Grid Documentary.

October 25, 2018 – Energy Show in the Community facilitated by Cara Sanders from Steenhoff Building Services Group. We welcomed Armstrong Public School grade 5-8 in joining us as we learn about renewable energies.

Whats happening in November & December• Mid November ~ Arrival of Battery Energy Storage Building • End of November/ December ~ Arrival of the E-House that stores the Micro

Grid Computer.• Westfort Productions to come for a 3rd visit to film the arrival of the E-House

building and visuals a completed solar array site.

Ontario Works

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Tour of Dilico Adult Treatment CentreKiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek – Gull Bay First Nation Ontario Works Clients will be touring the Dilico Adult Treatment Centre in Squaw Bay through the NNADAP Program on November 14, 2018.

This is a mandatory for all Ontario Works clients!

KZA_GBFN Ontario Works Clients who participate will be exempt for the next 2 Ontario Works Workshop Sessions (November 22 & December 6).

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Stacey Barry or Kateri Rioux at (807) 982-0006.

Business Schedule ChangeThis is to advise you that effective Friday, October 26 2018 the Ontario Works Administrator and Caseworker will not be seeing clients on Fridays, These days are to assist with the tasks of Administration filing, updates and reviews to program changes etc.

We will continue to see clients Monday-Thursday from 8:30am – 4:30pm.

Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Stacey BarryOntario Works Administrator

Good Food Box

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Individual $15.00 Family Size $25.00

For more information or to order, please contact Stacey Barry at the KZA_GBFN Government Office at (807) 982-0006

Payment Date: Thursday, November 8 2018Delivery Date: Thursday, November 22 2018

CONGRATULATIONSTOTHEFOLLOWINGGBFNSTUDENTS:

THESESTUDENTSACHIEVEDPERFECTATTENDANCEFORTHE

MONTHOFSEPTEMBER2018

KZA_GBFN Education

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Mino-Niigaanendmowin

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Did You Know?

The Mino-Niigaanendmowin program is more than just education…it is an EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM as well!

We can help you obtain your Grade 12 diploma, as well as providing you with 2 weeks of life skills, and…

A 15 Week Paid Employment Placement!!

Drop by the Community Centre and see Chris King or Rob McGinn for details!

Hours:

Teacher – Rob McGinn Facilitator Coordinator – Chris King

Monday 11am-8pm 9am-6pm

Tuesday 9am-6pm 9am-6pm

Wednesday 11am-8pm 9am-6pm

Thursday 9am-5pm 9am-6pm

Friday Not Here 9am-12pm

DO ALL BUGS NEED DRUGS???

NO

NO

NO

Common colds, coughs, sorethroats and earaches usually get better with rest and fluids. NOT ANTIBIOTICS. Talk with your Health Care Provider.

Indigenous Services Canada

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Indigenous Services Canada

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Stopping the Flu GET THE FLU VACCINEThere are some important steps that you can take to prevent getting and spreading the flu: Other tips to avoid getting – and spreading – the virus

Wash your hands oftenevenaftergettingtheflushot,washingwithsoapandwaterforatleast15secondshelpspreventthespreadofthevirus,which canliveonyourhandsforupto3hours

Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze•usea tissue and throwitout ratherthanputting itinyourpocket,onadeskortable•ifyoudon’thaveatissue,coughintoyour uppersleeve

Don’t touch your facethefluvirusspreadswhenpeoplewiththeflucough,sneezeortalkand droplets enteryourbody throughyour eyes, nose or mouth

Stay at home when you're sick•viruses spreadmoreeasilyingroup settings,suchasbusinesses,schoolsandnursinghomes

Clean (and disinfect) surfaces and shared items•viruseslive on hardsurfaces likecountertops,doorhandles

Sorry, but no amount of antibiotics will get rid of your cold.The best way to treat most colds, coughs or sore throats is with plenty of fluids and rest. Talk to your health care provider.

I/we pledge to provide patients with the highest quality of care by avoiding unnecessary antibiotic use.

Signature

Lake Nipigon First Nation’sCollective

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Gull Bay Leads Voice in LNFNCYou may have heard that Gull Bay First Nations has been actively participating in the Lake Nipigon First Nations Collective over the past month. Chief Wilfred King has been assigned spokesperson for the Collective.

King said the government is providing benefits to non-Indigenous individuals or industries such as tourism, mining and forestry because of "regional or provincial priorities" rather than ensuring consultation, access and inclusion by the First Nations "as is legally required.”

According to King, the ministry has reduced First Nations fish quotas over the years, so "why does the ministry do nothing in so far as limiting the access of non-Indigenous individuals and businesses to the resources?”

He added "We find ourselves at a critical point in time, where we...continue to see our inherent Aboriginal and Treaty rights and interests subjugated by the government" through decisions made by ministerial staff in regional offices.

The Goal of the Lake Nipigon First Nation Collective is to regain control and stop the infiltrations of non-First Nation groups while restoring control to the original inhabitants of the land; the six surrounding First Nation Ojibway Communities.

Gull Bay joins the fight alongside Whitesand First Nation, Red Rock Indian Band, Rocky Bay First Nation, Sand Point First Nation and Lake Nipigon Reserve.

We encourage the community to support this fight by following us on social media @lakenipigoncollective on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Our Staff

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Government OfficeCrystal Nowegejick Support ServicesStacey Barry Ontario Works AdministratorKateri Rouix Ontario Works CaseworkerAnthony ”AJ” Esquega Mashkawiziiwin Energy Projects CoordinatorJanice Penagin AdministrationCheryl King-Zewiec Education CounsellorTravis Penagin Web Development Coordinator

Mashkawiziiwin Energy Projects InternMichael Nowegejick JanitorSam King Mail Carrier

Health CentreTrina Wanakamik Referral ClerkBertha Bouchard Health Support ServicesCindy King Janitor

Mino-NiigaanendmowinChris King Jr. Site FacilitatorRob McGinn Teacher

MaintenanceRay McCauley Leonard McCauleyFarrell Bouchard Jr. Lawrence Shonias Jr. Kevin Nowegejick Paul PenaginRyan Kwississens Tim ShoniasBranden Kahgee

KZA_GBFN Haunt MazeTHANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS

KZA_GBFN Kids Halloween Dance

Winners of Spot Dances,Musical Chairs, Hot Potato, & Freeze Dance:- Adalyn- Peyton- Keigan- Carmen- Zander- Conner- Tessa- Animkii- Keira- Neveah

Best 8 & under Costume: RubyFunniest 8 & Under Costume: Monkey Man

Best 9 & up Costume: LanceFunniest 9 & up Costume: Keigan

KZA_GBFN Adult Halloween Dance

Congratulations toall the Winners!

@KZA_GBFNwww.gullbayfirstnation.com