Eaglepress Newsletter
Next Deadline is June 23, 2014 @ 1 p.m.
June
2014
Content
Chief &
Council........................2
Lands/
Membership/
Research......................3
Public Works...............4
Sustainable Ec Dev......5
Employment &
Training ......................6
Community Vision in English
The Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation look to our Anishinabe
roots to guide our vision for the future as a strong, caring, connected
community who respects the earth’s gifts and protects the environment
for future generations. Our identity includes our history, language, culture, beliefs and traditions which we strive to incorporate into the programs and services offered to our community.
New Credit Historical TidbitDedicated on June 27, 1852, the Mission Church
at New Credit was dedicated 162 years ago.
The Rev. Peter Jones preached the sermon of
dedication that day, and later, 500 people enjoyed a celebratory feast to mark the occasion.
Part of the Methodist branch of Christianity, the
church not only served the people of the New
Credit First Nation, but also served the religious
needs of non-reserve individuals seeking services of a Methodist persuasion. The mission church became part of the United
Church of Canada in 1925 and remains part of that denomination today.
Darin P. Wybenga, MNCFN Public Library
Ojibwe.........................7
Classified.....................8
Chief & Council
Meetings
Infrastructure & Dev
elopement, June 2, @
9:00 am.
Education & Social Services, June 9, @ 9:00 am.
Regular Council June 16,
@ 7:00pm.
Executive Finance June
23, @ 9:00 am.
All Band Council meeting
are held downstairs in the
(Administration) Buliding.
MNCFN Chief & Council 2012 - 2013
Administration Building.......................................................... 905 768 1133
Chief Bryan LaForme............................................................. 905 768 3858
Councillor Clynten King.......................................................... 905 768 1696
Councillor Sharon Bonham.................................................... 905 768-4981
Councillor Arland Laforme........................................................519-761-9992
Councillor Cecil Sault............................................................. 905 869 1615
Councillor Erma Ferrell.......................................................... 905 768 3543
Councillor Stacey Laforme..................................................... 905 768 2818
Councillor Larry Sault.............................................................226-387-3364
The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday June 16, 2014
at 7pm in the Administration Building. All band buildings will be closed on
Friday June 20 for Indian Solidarity Day.
Chief & Council
Monthly Activity Report
-Erma Ferrell- May 2014
Aaniin – I see your light – word is used as “hello”
Nanaboozhoo – Is an old Anishinaabek greeting - hearing
the same stories and believing the same things. When
you met someone – self identification
Erma n’dizh nikaas – Erma I am called
Chejauk dodem niin daaw – Crane Clan I belong
Mississaugas of the New Credit n’doonjibaa– I am from
May 03, 2014 – Matrimonial Law –
Community Meeting
A community meeting was held in the Council Chambers
to discuss the proposed Matrimonial Law Policy. Band
members met at May 03, 2014, to discuss what should
be included in our Matrimonial Law.
It is important we create a matrimonial law policy to
govern our First Nation to settle property disputes on reserve. The Provincial Matrimonial Law will take precedent
over our First Nation if we do not have our own policy in
place.
Due to the amount of time required for this document, it
was decided a job posting would be created to advertise
for two contract individuals to complete the policy.
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The afternoon was spent at the home Nancy Rowe in her
round house listening to teachings of our Clan system.
Thank you very much to Nancy and her guests, Gordon
Waindubence, Elder from the Sheguiandah First Nation
on Manitoulin Island and to Larry McLeoad-Shabogesic
from Nipissing First Nation. Their teaching of our clan
system was very educational.
Also, thank you to everyone who contributed to our pot
luck breakfast and to our lunch.
May 15, 2014 – Brant Family Services
Strategic Planning Meeting
During the Brant Family Services monthly meeting Board
members reviewed a new policy format for staff to improve home visits.
May 20, 2014 – Special Council Meeting –
Community Centre
A special meeting was held with the parents and extended family and friends of Makayla Sault and the Brant
Family Services (formerly known as the C.A.S.) , to ensure Makayla the Brant Family Services will not remove
her from her family home.
Condolences
Condolences to Brandon & Jeannette Hill on the recent
passing of Jeannette’s Mother.
Erma Ferrell – ermaferrell@hotmail.ca 905-7681133 or 905-768-3543
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Lands/Research/Membership
Please make sure that Lands/Research/Membership
Department has your current address. If you know any
band members not living in our area, please forward
their addresses to us. This is to ensure that you receive
important information about the Land Claims, Community
Trust and the up coming Band Elections. This information
can be either phoned into our office at 905 768 0100 or
mail to :
Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation
ATTN.: Lands/Research/Membership Department
2789 Mississauga Rd.
Hagersville, ON
N0A 1H0
If you simply mail it to R. R.. #6 Hagersville, without stating the civic address, the Post Office has said they will
return it to the sender. Thank you for your careful consideration when mailing anything to our office.
Why Register
It is important to register your baby within the first year.
During that year or shorter when the baby is not registered, it will be covered for services, under the mother
or fathers number, which ever one is registered. If both
are registered use the number of the primary parent, that
means the parent the baby is to be registered under the
primary parent. Once the baby is registered, a status card
can be issued. We recommend a picture be put on the
card, because it is a picture ID. The picture is to be Current, within the last six months. The minor cards expire
every two years.
Documents Required
-Certified copy of Live Birth, (Long form)
-Parental Consent Form (signed by both parents).
-Custody Orders (if applicable).
Donation Policy
This is a reminder to the New Credit Band Members that
the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Council
has a “Donation Policy” in place. The “Donation Policy”
is for donations but also includes the Registration/lessons fees reimbursement. The “Donation Policy” has
been developed pursuant to the MNCFN Vision Statement. The MNCFN see the need for and is committed to
the advancement of our First Nation through academic
excellence and sportsmanship, under the categories of
education, health and welfare, sports and recreation,
art and culture and the environment. Donations granted
under this policy are normally intended as one time
special event funding to assist band members. The donation funding Does Not cover costs supported by other
programs or funding sources, purchasing of equipment,
tuition, books, travel and accommodations. The Donation
Policy includes registration/lesson fees for any of the eli-
Lands, Research, & Membership
gible categories, on a reimbursement basis with receipts,
up to $250.ºº Per applicant per year
Event Funding
Events funding for any one of the eligible categories
listed
One time a year funding to a maximum of $500. or 50%
of the proposed budget - individual. To a maximum of
$1,000. or 50% of the proposed budget - group (three
plus people)
Exclusions: No donations/reimbursements will be provided for cost associated with licenses, permits, or registration fees related to motorized vehicles.
The Donation policy covers the period April 1–March 31
each year For the eligibility criteria, see the “Donation
Policy”. Donation Policy packages can be picked up at
the Research, Lands and Membership, 468 New Credit
Road Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Applications
need to be in two weeks prior to event.
Registering Births & Deaths
Effective immediately the only documentation that
is acceptable for registering births is the Long Form
Birth Certificate which identifies the parent(s) by name
additional information is also required. Letters from
municipal registrars are NOT acceptable to register
births.
Also, effective immediately the only documentation for
registering deaths is the Vital Statistics Death Record;
Church Death Registration; Coroner’s Report; Funeral
Director’s Statement; Burial Permit; or
Internment Certificate.
Expiry date
Minor children status cards expire every two years and
adult status cards expire every five years,. New cards
maybe obtained at the Lands/Research/Membership
office every Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Buyer Beware
Purchasing land or a house for your protection, check
with the Lands/Research/Membership Department
at 905 768 0100 before purchasing land or house to
ensure that there is no encumbrance or lien against the
land or house such as liability, mortgage, or claim.
Wellness Policy
If you need a community wellness policy and or form
you can find them on the website under the Lands,
Membership, and Research Department page or stop by
the LRM Office and pick a copy up.
For more information on any services provided by
the Lands/Research/Membership Department please
contact us at 905 768 0100 or at the above address.
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Public Works
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Public Works
Household Tips:
For Public Works water, sewer, & roads emergencies
call Brandon Cell# 905-517-7900
Carpets - Deep clean carets and rugs once a year.
Mold spores and dust mites are found deep in the
carpet and are difficult to remove by vacuuming.
Please keep in mind that there are service lines (water/
Sewer, Gas, Hydro, and Phone) that run through the
MNCFN territory (on your property & along the road allowance) and lines need to be located if you plan on digging. To request a locate for one or more of the services,
please take note of the locate service numbers
as follows
Clothes Dryer - Vacuum lint from ducts and areas
surrounding the clothes dryer every 3 months.
Remove lint after each use of the dryer. if your
dryer has a dirty lint tray and dryer vent, it will use
more energy and will cost more. Install bird screen
in the outside dryer vent and kitchen stove vent to
stop birds from building nest. Obstructions like
bird nest stope the fans from working effectively,
and cost more in terms of energy.
Call Before You Dig
Water/Sewer 905-768-1133, Brandon Hill or Matt
Sault
Gas Line 519-445-4213, Six Nations Natural Gas
Hydro Line 1-888-664-9376, Hydro One Network
Inc.
Phone Line 1-800-400-2255, Bell Canada
Paying Your Account
When paying your account in cash at the
Administration Building please have the exact
amount due.
As many of you are aware, the downstairs back door of
the Agimaw Gamig (Admin Building) is locked. Please
enter the building by the front doors and ASK THE
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST to see Public Works Staff
for any payments and/or other business. ALL GUEST
TO THE BAND OFFICE NEED TO SIGN IN and be announced to the department for everyone’s health and
safety.
Also, as of September 1, 2012, the front desk receptionist
will only accept payments if the Public Works Office staff
are unavailable. Supply Staff will not be able to accept
payments at any time.
HOW TO BE A LEAK SEEKER
A Water Meter Can Help
A water meter is the measuring device used to monitor
the volume of water your household uses. However, it
can also play a major role in finding leaks
Most households water meters are designed with a “low
flow indication device” visible on the face of the meter.
Depending on the age, type, and manufacture. This
device can be either red or black and could be either
triangle or diamond in shape. The low flow indicator is
calibrated to register even the smallest amount of water
passing through the meter. This is beneficial in leak seeking.
To check for leaks first ensure there is no water running
anywhere in the house. Locate you water meter. Find
the low flow indicator, as described above, and see if it is
moving. If its spinning, somewhere water is running, most
likely a leak.
Attention
Please Watch for the water service curb stops when you
are cutting the grass within the road allowance and water
main valve boxes when cutting grass in the ditches.
MNCFN PW
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Sustainable Eocnomic Development
Sustainable Economic Development
Community Centre Rental Rates
For Rent
Community Member - $25.00 per hour
The MNCFN Sustainable Economic Development Department has the following rental units available:
Industrial Park – Unit 1 (3,000 sq. ft.) & 3 (20,000 sq. ft.)
Contact the Sustainable Economic Development
Department 905 768 1133 Mon.–Fri. 8:30–4:30 for
more information.
New Credit Variety & Gas Bar
78 Mississauga Rd. Hagersville, On 905-768-8787
Store hours are Sunday thru Saturday 6am till 9 pm.
Country Style
Bistro hours Monday–Friday in store 6 am to 8 pm drive
thru 5 am to 8 pm Sat and Sunday in store 7 am to 8 pm
drive thru 6 am to 8 pm 289-282-1155
- $200
for basic day, - with Kitchen add $40.00 per day. If
you have safe food handling course then kitchen rental
will be $30.00 per day. Youth and Elders room is $15
dollars per hour.
MNCFN Group (i.e. Public Works) - $25.00 per
hour, - $200.00 per basic day - with Kitchen add
$40.00 per day. Youth and Elders room is $20.00 per
day.
Non Profit Rentals -
$30.00 per hour - $240.00
for basic day, - with kitchen add $50.00 per day. Youth
and Elders room is $20.00 per hour.
Profit Groups - $40.00 per hour,
- basic day
$320.00 - with Kitchen add $50.00 per day. Youth and
Elders room is $20.00 per hour.
To rent the Community Centre please call Aimee Sault
@ 905-768-1133 ext. 244.
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Mississaugas of the New Credit
Employment & Training
Attention Students
Resume workshop
June 11, 2014 5:00-7:30
Lower Level - Social & Health Services
Bring in your work, school and volunteer information (or a
resume) so that we can help you update it for the summer jobs deadline on June 12.
Upcoming deadlines for Summer Jobs
June 6, 3:00 pm, Library/historical Assistant – Deliver to the Library by deadline.
June 12, 4:00 pm * Person Friday (repost – funding
pending) *Grounds Maintenance (2 funding pending) * Day Camp Counsellor (2 funding pending)
Complete applications must be submitted – these
are available at Social & Health Services Reception
and online at www.newcreditfirstnation.com under
employment opportunities.
Employment & Training
Self Employment Training Graduates
Congratulations to our 9 entrepreneurs who have successfully completed the first step in building their business or idea into a successful career. Thank you to their
families for having the patience and support while they
attended Friday nights and Saturdays.
Keep your eyes open for these new or re-ignited businesses in the very near future.
Emergency First Aid & CPR for Summer
Students
Wednesday July 2 2014 9 am - 4 pm,
Lower Level of Social & Health Services.
Please book your Intake Appointment at least 1 day in
advance.
Intake Packages are available at the Social & Health
Reception or via www.newcreditfirstnation.com. You will
find a PDF of intake forms under Departments - Social &
Health Services (scroll to just above the ALFDC & Canada logos). Employment & Training Planned Absences:
June 4-9, June 19, June 30, July 11,14, 2014
Mississaugas of the New Credit Employment &
Training
659 New Credit Road, R.R. # 6 Hagersville, Ontario
N0A 1H0 Phone #: (905) 768-1181 x223 Fax #:
(905) 768-0404 Michele.king@newcreditfirstnation.
com
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Ojibwe
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Let’s Speak Ojibwe
It is envisioned that together, we can pratice these common words, phrases, and revive the awareness of our language. As most of us known there are a number of various dialects in the Ojibwe language. What will be presented in
these on-going inserts will be what the writer has been taught.
Birds – Bneshiinhik
Wild Pigeon – Miimii
Blue Jay – Gwiingwiish
Chickadee – Jigjigaaneshiinh
Hummingbird – Naanooshkaan
Robin – Pichi
Swallow – Zhaawnoo-bneshiinh
Woodpecker – Baapaase
Mudhen – Shagi
Snowbird - Waabningziinh
Prepared by Kerri L. King, with the assistance of ‘Kidwenan, an Ojibwe Language Book,’ written by Isadore Toulouse
Bebamikawe.
Vision Statement in Ojibwe:
Ezhi niigaan waabjigaayewaad Mississaugas New Credit endaawaad (the vision of
these people). Ezhip mino maadzijig (living a joyful life), ezhi waamjigaazwaad (their
identity, how people have identified them), ezhi debwedmowaad (their beliefs), ezhi
mimiingaazwaad (what was given to them by Creation, what they always had, their
heritage), niigaabminunkiiwaad Anishinaabek (is how they always lived as Anishinaabek).
Translated by: Nimkew Niinis, N’biising First Nation.
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Land for Sale
2 acres of land for sale 208’ x 416’.
Has access to hydro, natural gas, piped water and
sewer. Culvert is in at road. Survey is done. Call 905768-1547.
Weed Warriors Lawn Care Lawn care, property
maintenance, Sam 519-426-7537
Triple A Sewing
By Andrea M. Sault Specializing
in Adult & Children’s Clothing alterations Special orders
Located 3404 R. R..#6 Hagersville On. andrea_m_45@
yahoo.com 905 768 1259
Secords Crafts Embroidery now available LetteringGraphics-Native designs 3238 Second Line Open:
Mon.–Fri. 9 am–4:30 905 768 9310 myspace.com/
secordsnativecrafts.com Eamil: Secords_Crafts@
hotmail.com or Facebook: “Secords_Crafts”
Free Scrap Removal
Removal of Scrap Metals, Electronics & Recycling
Industrial Materials, Farm & Automotive Machinery,
Cottage & Home Metals, Batteries, Building Materials,
Household Items Tires if Still on their Rims Will Pay Cash
for Automobiles, Machinery & Scrap in Large Quantities
call 905-768-9310
For Rent Inflatable Bounce Castle call
768-9053
Darla 905-
To rent the New Credit Church Hall Contact 905-7685981 or 905-768-5598
House for Sale - House and 1 acre of Land for sale
Serious Inquiries Only Please.
905-768-3684
House for rent
April 1, 2014, 3 bedroom with large
yard on townline. Call 905 961 1624 0r 289 682 8165
For Sale For sale large 3 bedroom home on one acre
lot 1 km from Hagersville on Indian Line Rd. For more
information please call 519-428-2548 or 519-718-4812.
LIL ‘ RASCALS CASTLES
Inflatable Bouncy
Castle Rentals 2980 Mississauga Rd. Hagersville, ON
To Book Your Bouncy Call 519-732-1710 or e-mail;
lil-rascals-castles@hotmail.com
Jay’s Variety
Open 7/days a week
Mon – Fri 6am – 10pm Sat & Sun 7am – 9pm
All Day Breakfast - Restaurant Store - Pool Tables - Gas Bar
*Effective Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Mon thru Thurs 4 pm to 9 pm
Tribal Body Piercing
Body Jewelry and
Accessories by Dee 78 First Line Rd. And Hwy #6 New
Credit Plaza 289-758-3779
Recreation Committee
“If you are interested in renting the ball diamond/grove
area during the upcoming 2014 season, please contact
either Kerri L. King at 289-439-6353 or Evan Sault at
519-770-7371. Please note that weekends fill quickly,
book early to avoid disappointment.”
HONEST ENGINE Automotive Service & Repair
3076-1 Mississauga Rd. Hagersville, ON N0A 1H0
If It’s broken or just wounded, we may be able to fix it.
Just give us a call. Bill LaForme 519-717-5331
J-n-J Roofing & Renovations R. R. #2 Oshweken, ON N0A 1M0 No job too big or too small James
Butler 519-732-1769 Josh Laforme 226-388-8605
Wanted Looking for someone to make moccasins
with a rubber sole as well as regular sole. Please
contact Gwen Johnson 905-359-9293 or gwen.
johnson@cogeco.ca
Carla’s Cakes a’ more ®
Carla Campbell
(King) Get your cake and floral order in one place.
Custom made cakes, cake toppers, edible photo
images, airbrushing, and many more bakery items. In
addition to regular cakes, lowfat & diabetic are also
available. One week notice of order. Order via (519)
774 8334 Check out our FB page, Carla’s Cakes a’
more… Hours 8:30a-4:30pm Mon-Sat” By appointment.
www.carlascakesamore.com
Puppies for sale
Chihuahua/Shih Tzu $350.00 each 3 females. Ready for
middle of May 905-768-9012 please leave message.
Heritage and Cultural Coordinator
(Summer Student)
I am pleased to announce that I, Brittney Sault, will be
taking on the position of Heritage and Cultural Coordinator for the 2014 summer season. I am a graduate of the
University of Western Ontario, with a Bachelors of Arts
degree in Political Science and an Honours Specialization in Criminology. I’m a registered band member and
resident of the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation. I look forward to supporting the Cultural Committee
in all initiatives throughout the upcoming summer months,
as well in assisting to make the 28th Annual Three Fires
Pow Wow & Traditional Gathering a continued success.
Best Regards,
Brittney Sault
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