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SAGAMOK ANISHINABEK NEWS

Community NotificationsPages 3-7

BiinjiyingCommunity Notices Pages 3-5

ASETS Pages 11Community Justice Page 8

Lands Resources and Environment Pages 10

Mnoomni Giizis 2015Published Monthly by

Sagamok Anishnawbek

The Sagamok News is available anytime VIA download at Sagamok.ca/newsletters, or read it online at ISSUU.com/sagamok.

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Sagamok Youth Wellness Golfing Ethan Toulouse lines up his putt under the watch of Ken Toulouse at the Sagamok Youth Wellness Golf Tourney

Saswin: What is in a Name? Page 9

Anishnaabemowin

Enji Gbeshing

Language Camp

Sponsored by

Elders Council of Sagamok Education

Community Wellness Chief and Council

Fort LaCloche

ONE WEEK of ACTIVITIES Starting Monday July 20, 2015 to July 24, 2015

Learn How to…….. Speak the language

Make Scone

Medicines Smoke Fish

Stop by to Visit or Help the Elders!

For more information Contact Jackie @ 705-865-2421

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SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK NEWS

Sagamok Anishnawbek News is a product of the Community Devel-opment and Nation Building Project. A Communications Core Group

formed to respond requesting timely and up to date information of our Administration of Government.

The Sagamok Anishnawbek News first published in June 2004. It will continue monthly information sharing related to Sagamok Anishnawbek

Administration of Government.

PUBLISHING CRITERIA

The Sagamok Anishnawbek News is a monthly publication of the Sag-amok Anishnawbek First Nation. Views expressed are not necessarily the opinion or political position of the First Nation. No portion of this

paper may be reproduced without the written permission of the Sagamok Anishnawbek News Editorial Board.

All contributors will be provided a reply regarding the receiving of their submission. As administrator and editor we reserve the right to edit,

condense, print, reject or delay publication of submissions. Publication of submissions is based upon priority of interest. All contributors must include contact information with their submission. Submissions which include pictures must include information regarding the content of the

photo.

The Sagamok News is offering cash honoraria for article submissions from Community members. All articles must be 250 words or more in

length and relevant to Sagamok Anishnawbek. All articles must be typed or formatted using MS Word and sent to the email address Newsletter@Sagamok.ca or dropped off at the Sagamok Newsletter mailbox in the Band office. The monthly deadline for submissions is the 3rd Friday of each month. A maximum of $100 honoraria per month will be shared

amongst membership contributors. Letters to the editor and all other em-ployee submissions are not applicable to the Community Member news

article Initiative.

Newspaper Working Group: Michelle Toulouse Janet Owl Allen Toulouse Wayne Peltier Laura McMeekin-Clarke Rebecca Toulouse Ezra Owl Amanda Hardisty Lorna Sinobert Veronica Nashkawa

Production: Sagamok Anishnawbek News

Administration: Allen Toulouse

ADVERTISING & NEW DEADLINES

Deadline for the August 2015 issue

Submission Deadline: July 24th, 2015

Scheduled Printing: August 7th, 2015

SUBMISSION INQUIRIES

Telephone (705) 865-2421 ext 270

Toll Free 1-800-567-2896

Email newsletter@sagamok.ca

Donations Payable to: Sagamok Anishnawbek News

P.O. Box 610, Massey, Ontario , P0P 1P0

To apply, please submit the following documents: • Cover letter (indicating why you are interested in taking this program)

• Résumé• ASETS Client Data Form• ASETS Consent to Access and Release Information Form Forms are available at sagamok.ca/aboriginal-skills-and-employment-training-strategy

THINKING ABOUT A CAREER IN SKILLED TRADES?A 30 week, skilled trades program will be offered by Cambrian College in Sagamok beginning August 4, 2015. The program will include 20 weeks of academic upgrading and work readiness training, along with 10 weeks of introductory training in electrical, welding, and carpentry.

For program related information, contact:Andrea Hajt-Jacobs, ASETS Coordinator Sagamok Anishnawbek LDM | (705) 865-2421, extension 262

Judy Proux, Program CoordinatorCambrian College | (705) 368-3194

For funding information, contact:Paulette Carter-Owl, Intake OfficerSagamok Anishnawbek LDM | (705) 865-2421, extension 242

Pictured Left to Right: Roman Manitowabi, Jibreel Boukhobza, Liam Bennett, Ashton Eshkokogan (Back) Peter Toulouse, Andrew Smith (Front middle) Jason Smoke, Logan Corbiere, Carson Abitong Grant Stonefish, Teddy Trudeau, Missing Trent Abitong

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Trade Equivalency Assessment

The Ontario College of Trades

What is Trade Equivalency Assessment?Do your skills, knowledge, and experience match an Ontario apprenticeship? The ASETS LDM can assist you with applying for the Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA).

If you have work experience and training in a skilled trade from Ontario or another province, territory or country, you may be eligible to have your experience and skills compared to an apprenticeship program in Ontario.

The Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA) process assesses your skills based on one of the over 150 Ontario apprenticeship programs. If you can demonstrate that you meet all the training requirements of that apprenticeship, you will qualify to apply for certification in your trade.

Is the Trade Equivalency Assessment process right for me?

Experienced Workers from within and outside of Ontario with skills, knowledge, and experience that are equivalent to a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Ontario have the option of applying for equivalency. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide all required supporting documents to prove equivalency to the training standards. This proof may include detailed letters from past or present employers, job descriptions, and training credentials. Your proof is attached to your application, and the Ontario College of Trades will assess this to the training standards to determine if you qualify for Trade Equivalency. Some trades require a written exam, while others do not.

Further information on the Trade Equivalency Assessment process can be obtained at http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/trade-assessment

Information on Training Standards for your trade can be obtained at http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/training-standards. If you’d like assistance with reviewing your eligibility, you can contact ASETS staff to book an appointment to pre-assess your TEA prospects, by calling (705) 865-2421.

Pictured Left to Right: Ashley Southwind-Holmes, Heidi Eshkakogan, Desirae Southwind, Genesis Eshkakogan ,Faye Solomon, Braxton Owl, Amber Chiblow, Sarah Jacobs, Stephanie Francis, Missing: Simone Recollet

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Ziggy and Corinna Abitong assist with Earth Day cleaning. Chi-meegwetch to all our volunteers. (Photo Credit: Tammy Tremblay)

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Notifications

Anishnaabemowin

Enji Gbeshing

Language Camp

Sponsored by

Elders Council of Sagamok Education

Community Wellness Chief and Council

Fort LaCloche

ONE WEEK of ACTIVITIES Starting Monday July 20, 2015 to July 24, 2015

Learn How to…….. Speak the language

Make Scone

Medicines Smoke Fish

Stop by to Visit or Help the Elders!

For more information Contact Jackie @ 705-865-2421

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SASWIN shines a new light on sharing our AA/NA and Healing journeys.

Presenting:

Biiwaasayaa (Sunriser) Niimgishmaa (Sunsetter)

Biiwaasayaa: Tuesday mornings 7:00 a.m. –9:00 a.m. All present will prepare and clean-up our breakfast gathering.

Niimgishmaa: Thursday evenings 4:30 p.m. - 8:00p.m. Men’s Sharing Circle beginning July 23

All present will prepare and clean-up our dinner gathering.

For more information contact Wayne or Melody at:

SASWIN 51 Kokoko Miikan, Z’gamok

(705) 865-2192

Traditional Healer Jake Pine

Jake Pine from Garden River First Nation – WORKS WITH

Depression,

Traditional Medicine approach to dealing with Methadone Usage,

High Blood Pressure & Various other illnesses.

Coming to Saswin Building (Formally Youth Home)

Monday July 27, 9:00 am – 8:00 pm 2015 Tuesday July 28, 9:00 am- 12:00 pm 2015

To book an appointment – Call Leroy Bennett at 705-865-2192 ext. 201

Please bring your tobacco offering

Do not consume alcohol 4 days before appointment.

Jake Ago Neh

Friday July 17, 2014

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Located at the Saswin building.

Please Bring Your Tobacco.

Call Leroy Bennett for an Appointment @ 705-865-2171 ext. 201

Woman on their moon time cannot be seen at this time.

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COMMUNITY

PICNIC Sunday July 19, 2015

Fort LaCloche 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Everyone Welcome!

FIDDLE Music Entertainment

@

1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Ruby John &

George Trudeau from Kchi Mookmaankiing

USA

Bring Your Own Lawn Chairs

Texas Horse Shoes

Step Dance Contest

Hat Contest

Sponsored by Sagamok Elders Council and Chief and Council– Contact Jackie Toulouse @ 865-2421 for information. Bring your Feast Bag!

Theme: Western &

Hillbilly

PRIZES to be WON!

ADVISORY

Tenants in Rental Housing

Illegal Activities

This message is to inform that the housing office has received numerous complaints from the band membership on the alleged illegal activities by various housing tenant(s). All tenants in Sagamok rental housing have signed a tenant agreement and the agreements basically outline: Acts of Prohibition under section 7 – Illegal Activities shall be criminal acts such as drug trafficking, beer gardens, etc are prohibited. Or any other infraction under the Criminal code of Canada. That the Tenant(s) understand and have agreed that the “Acts” are prohibited under the tenant agreement and the agreements shall become automatically VOID upon contravention. The tenant(s) shall be immediately EVICTED upon notice from the reporting police service. The Sagamok APS have been informed of this serious drug trafficking issue. The police will continue to exercise due caution and shall monitor these individuals and residences, as reported. The housing office continues to promote and advocate a safe and healthy community. Therefore, all tenants are advised of the above noted. Posted – June 30, 2015

Notice to All Tenants in Rental Housing

Yard Maintenance

For some of us, our home and property is key to building a good home environment. It’s where our families spent a lot of time, so keeping it healthy and well tended is important. And again this year, yard maintenance appears to be an issue because the housing office has received numerous complaints from the general public or membership. The housing office is not responsible for the outside maintenance, general upkeep, and the yard and lawn care of your place of residence. For newer tenants, this information has been exchanged at the tenant review process prior to signing of rental agreements. The housing office will continue to cut grass / lawn on the multi units which have a shared driveway. All other units that have a private driveway shall be responsible for their own lawn and yard maintenance (includes duplexes, bungalows, etc). Maintaining your property is just as important as maintaining your home. Yard and lawn maintenance is as important because it provides a sense of pride and personal well being. The community membership will be more receptive to residents of these housing units that continue to practice yard and lawn care. It is not the intent of the housing office to provide a deteriorating rental housing program for its membership. Therefore, all tenants of Sagamok rental housing are advised to provide yard and lawn maintenance. Periodic inspections will be completed and the tenants will be advised. Date posted: June 30, 2015

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DUTY TO REPORTKids shouldn’t have to live with abuse. Reporting suspected child abuse and neglect is everyone’s

responsibility. To learn more about child abuse and neglect, how to recognize it and what happens

when you call a children’s aid society, visit www.useyourvoice.ca. Use your voice. Report your

suspicions of child abuse and neglect to your local Children’s Aid Society at 705-566-3113.

COMMUNITY JUSTICE PROGRAMMIWDOODAA MINO MAADIZIWIN DIVERSION PROGRAM

MISSIONThe community Justice Program will support offenders, families and victims to restore balance and harmony in relationships as they work towards healing; assist offenders in reintegration into the community; instill pride in their Anishnawbek identity; create community awareness of justice issues through education; and work together

with other programs and services to improve the quality of life for all community members

Eligibility

• Youth ages 12-17, Adults 18+, member or resident of Sagamok Anishnawbek who normally resides in Sagamok, individual has agreed and consented to voluntary participation in the diversion program, individual has consulted with legal counsel

Justice Committee

Guided by the sacred teachings of the seven grandfathers, the Justice committee consists of Sagamok Anishnawbek community members who promote decision by consensus, equality, balance and unity.

Length of Program

• The length of the program is determined by two factors.

• Case by case basis and the time given to the client to complete conditions as outlined in the Healing and Wellness Plan

• Address causes of the offending behaviour

The needs of the victim(s) will be adequately addressed

• The safety and harmony of the community will be enhanced through the use of a community based approach

• Community ownership and responsibility

• Reduced charge or withdrawal of charge

Receive up to ½ an hour of FREE summary legal advice

2015 Clinic Dates: Sagamok Anishnawbek

First Nation

Wednesday July 15th, 1-3 p.m. Lawyer: DARREN BERLINGUETTE

To book an appointment please contact the

Community Justice Program at 705-865-2171 ext. 349 and/or Community Wellness Department Reception, Elsa Southwind

All appointments held at the Community Wellness Department

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SASWIN

June 29th 2015

William Shakespeare’s tragic romance, “Romeo and Juliet” said it best, “What is in a name?”. For generations the First Nations people of Canada were dissuaded and denied the right to use their names in their native languages. Canadian Government sponsored Residential Schools scooped up First Nations children and rebranding them with new European names, sought to strip them of all ties to their First Nation Heritage. These children separated from their families, some for years on end, would instead be victims of system which not only stole their names, but their dignity and for many the very will to live. The residential School system was recognized for the barbarity it was and have since 1996 been closed, however the damage had been done. Following the Residential school era, for a child of First Nations descent to have a name in their native language became a rarity. In the time between the opening and closure of Residential schools, a significant gap in age between Native language speakers had formed. Tied to this is the disproportionate number of First Nations Children who are forced into foster care wherein their exposure to First Nations culture and practice drastically diminished. Endurance however has been the defining trait of First Nations people, who despite a concerted government effort to exterminate them as a spiritual, political and cultural identity have survived.

William Assinewe and Mike Bisson of Wikwemikong First Nation have arrived in Sagamok, to perform the naming ceremony on behalf of families with children who are Crown Wards. Sagamok’s Cultural Coordinator Leroy Bennett and Wayne Southwind join them in ritual drum songs and prayer in choosing the names for the youth. William and Mike were available to speak about the naming ceremony and the importance of its revival.

AT: Allen Toulouse

MB: Mike Bisson

WA: William Assinewe

AT: Exactly who were involved and what took place today?

MB: What we are doing here is there are kids in care and are here to get their names. It was sponsored by Nogdawindamin and Sagamok First

Nation.

WA: I am from Wikwemikong Reserve and it was such an honour that I was asked to be a part of this. To try to do what we do, which is to help people. When it comes to children it means the healing they are looking for, that identity so they do not forget where they come from. Everything we do is in spirit, any kind of ceremony is tied to Madziwin, that means “Life”. What we do with Madziwin, our choices influence what we make. This ceremony here is just a small step for the little ones but a large one for us all. There are some things these kids will never forget. In our circles we have our sacred teachings and that is where our answers are.

AT: Being the focus of this ceremony is children, how important is the focus on at risk youth?

MB: The history we have went through with assimilation and Residential school, now with Reconciliation we recognize the genocide that was acted upon us. We are giving back to our children the rights that belong to them, not as an “Indian” but as an Anishnabae. We are taking back responsibility of our children from CAS, we are nurturing our children in our culture, our philosophy and our belief systems. We need to ensure our children are getting our teachings, our colours and clans. We are going on the right path, as for crown wards they do not belong to the government. I will say this right now that responsibility belongs to us and not the federal government, before we allowed that to happen but no more. We want our children to have a good future and be proud of who they are. What we want is to give back to them, what has always belonged to them.

Owing to the status of the children in Crown Ward, no youth or parties involved other then the facilitators could be named in this publication.

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Lands Resources and Environment

What is the Emerald Ash Borer?

(By Mitchell Eshkakogan, Seed & Native Species Technician)

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive (native to China), highly destructive wood-boring beetle that feeds under the bark of ash trees. Since it was first identified in Michigan in 2002, and EAB has killed millions of ash trees in Ontario and in the United States. It poses a major economic and environmental threat to urban and forested areas. Since the insect spends most of its lifecycle under the bark of trees, it can be easily moved with firewood or other tree materials such as logs, brush and larger wood chips. This insect is able to fly, but since its spread has been primarily along major highways it is clear that humans are the main source of spread. All species of ash are susceptible to attack.

What the Emerald Ash Borer does

Emerald Ash Borers normally have a one-year life cycle, but some can take up to two years to mature. EAB lays eggs on tree bark and in bark crevices starting in late May.

In its larva form, which resembles a caterpillar, Emerald Ash Borer feeds just under the bark of ash trees. This feeding disrupts the tree’s circulation of water and nutrients. The presence of even a few insects in a tree can kill it.

Top branches of ash trees usually die off first. Trees can lose half its branches in a single year. Once larvae finish feeding under the bark, they mature into adult beetles that chew their way out of the tree.

What to look for:

S-shaped grooves and D-shaped exit holes 3.5 – 4 mm wide caused by adult beetles

•look for loss of leaves and dead branches in the upper part of ash trees

•typically thin tree crowns

•branch and leaf growth in the lower part of the stem where growth was not present before

•high woodpecker activity

•look for bark splitting, S-shaped grooves beneath the bark caused by larval feeding

• D-shaped exit holes 3.5 – 4 mm wide caused by adult beetles

How to stop the spread:

TreeAzinTM is a systemic insecticide produced from extracts of Neem Tree seeds. It is injected under a tree’s bark, directly into the

conductive tissues, and moves upwards with the flow of water and nutrients. TreeAzinTM can be very effective at controlling EAB infestations but injections are required every two years and treatment does not ensure tree survival. Treatments are expensive and would not ideal to treat all tress.

The best method to stop the spread is to regulate the movement of firewood.

What can you do to help:

•Learn to identify EAB and ash trees

•Report suspected outbreaks

•Do Not move firewood

•Buy firewood local and know where your firewood originates

•Remember, even after an infested tree has been cut down, EAB continues to live in the wood

The human movement of infested materials such as firewood, logs, branches, nursery stock, chips or other ash wood is the most common way EAB has been spread. Adult Emerald Ash Borer can fly, but research indicates adults usually fly a short distance upon emergence.

The Sagamok Land, Resources and Environment Department (LRE) will be setting up green triangular traps that have a sticky glue material that will trap any insect that lands on it. This trap will confirm if emerald ash borer is here in Sagamok.

Along with the EAB monitoring the LRE will be conducting an ash tree inventory and seed collections. The seed collection will occur in late sept early October. The ash tree seeds will be stored for future use/planting after the threat of the EAB has passed. The LRE will be looking for volunteers to help with collecting seeds. If you would like to help contact Mitchell Eshkakogan at 706-865-1134

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11Anishnawbek Skills and Employment Training Strategy

Applying For a Social Insurance Number

The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits. All of the programs offered through the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ASETS) as administered through the Sagamok Anishnawbek Education Unit require the client to have a SIN Number. There is no fee to apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

If you reside in Canada, you should apply in-person at a Service Canada point of service. When applying in-person, you do not have to complete an application form nor do you have to mail your original proof-of-identity documents. Simply gather the documents you need and take them to the nearest Service Canada point of service office. You can obtain your SIN in less than 15 minutes and do not need to part with your original proof of identity documents.

Requirements

You need to provide a primary document to apply for a SIN. A primary document is an official document that proves your identity and status in Canada. Service Canada requires seeing an original of your primary document. If the name on this document is different from the name you currently use, you will also need to provide a supporting document verifying your legal name change. Your supporting document must be an original, written in English or French. REMEMBER: Photocopies are not accepted.

The following are considered to be Primary Canadian Citizen proof-of-identity documents:

A certificate of birth or birth certificate issued by the vital statistics agency in the province or territory where you were born (Note: Quebec proof-of-birth documents issued prior to 1994 are not accepted);

Certificate of Canadian Citizenship issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC); or

Certificate of Registration of Birth Abroad issued by CIC.

Individuals registered with Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC), formerly Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC), need to provide the following original documents if they want their status on the Social Insurance Register indicated as “Status Indian”:

Born in Canada: one of the documents identified in section Canadian Citizens above and a Certificate of Indian Status issued by INAC or AANDC; or

Born outside Canada: birth certificate issued by a state authority from your country of birth and a Certificate of Indian Status issued by INAC or AANDC.

Additional documents are required for representatives, Parents or legal guardians applying on behalf of a minor child.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

ONLINE www.servicecanada.gc.ca,

CALL 1-800-206-7218 (Select option “3”). Agents are available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Canadian Local Time, except on statutory holidays. If you have a hearing or speech impairment and use a teletypewriter (TTY), call 1-800-926-9105.

VISIT a Service Canada Centre. Sagamok Area Local Service Canada Office is located in Espanola at 721 Centre Street, Suite 2, Espanola, Ontario. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. For other office locations, you can find the Centre nearest you by visiting the Service Canada Web site or by calling 1-800-O-Canada (1-800-622-6232).

Amber Sandy and Katie Akney of Turtle ISland Conservation assist the LRE department with roadside cleanup. ( Photo Credit: Tammy Tremblay)

Michelle Toulouse in the trenches on Earth Week. (Photo Cred-it: Tammy Tremblay)

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Winds of Fire Camp Meeting

Come Join UsSagamok Pentecostal Church

July 31, August 1, 2, 2015551 Reserve Road, Massey, ON

All are welcome to our good old fashioned 55th annual tent meeting on the grounds of the

Sagamok Pentecostal Church. Come and join us for an exciting time of

ministry and celebration that will change your life. This 3 day celebration promises to be

filled with sound teaching, a variety of toe-tapping music, high praise to

God and healing services.

Get ready to hear faith building messages from the WORD of God

that will literally transform your life!

Pastor Andre & Becky Levesque

David Callejas is an Evangelist to South America

David Baxter, Bible Teacher

Pastor Norm Stinson

All Are Welcome, Free Admission

Friday July 31, 2015

4:30 PM Spaghetti dinner 7:00 PM Praise & Worship by

Lighthouse7:45 PM Pastor David Callejas

Saturday August 1st

8:30 AM Celebration Breakfast2:00 PM Dave Baxter - Teaching on

Discouragement & Fear

4:30 PM Fish Fry7:00 PM Praise & Worship7:45 PM Pastor David Callejas

Sunday August 2nd

8:30 AM Camp-meeting Breakfast

10:00 AM Sunday Morning Service with Norm Stinson

2:00 PM Women Of Faith Teaching with Danika Gravelle

4:30 PM Turkey Dinner7:00 PM Praise and Worship7:30 PM Pastor Norm Stinson

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