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November 2013Published Monthly by

Sagamok Anishnawbek

Community Profile: Kyla ToulousePage 9

Biidaaban Cross Country Results Page 17

Elder’s Eagle Lodge: Page 14 &15

Fall Walleye Tournament results pages 16

Blake Eshkakogan and Myles Trudeau at the 2013 Fall Harvest.

BiinjiyingBAASHKAAKODIN GIIZIS

Employee of the Month Page: 2Chief’s Desk Page: 3&4

Community Justice Program Pages 6 & 7 Shki Waase-Aaban Binoojiinh Gamik Page 8

Lands, Resources and Infrastructure Page 8Colour Photo Section Pages 10&11

Health and Wellness Department Pages 12&13

GZHIIWENSAGAMOKANISHNAABE

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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 in length

and relevant to Sagamok history and culture. All articles must be typed or formatted using MS Word and sent to the email address Newsletter@Sagamok.ca dropped off at the Sagamok Newsletter mailbox in the Band office. The monthly deadline for submissions is the 1st of each month. A maximum of $100 honoraria per month will be shared amongst member-ship contributors. Letters to the editor and all other employee 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

Mitzi Toulouse

Lorna Sinobert

Production: Sagamok Anishnawbek News

Administration: Allen Toulouse

ADVERTISING & NEW DEADLINES

Deadline for the December 2013 issue

Submission Deadline: November 15th, 2013

Scheduled Printing: December 2nd, 2013

SUBMISSION INQUIRIES

Telephone (705) 865-2421

Toll Free 1-800-567-2896

Email newsletter@sagamok.ca

Donations Payable to: Sagamok Anishnawbek News

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

Employee of the Month

Two of the moose collected during the Sagamok Harvest.

Julie has been working for Sagamok Anishnawbek as the Exec-utive Assistant since 2011. She is a graduate from Algonquin College with a Correctional Worker Diploma in 1993. Before coming to Sagamok Julie was previously the Finance Assistant at Waubetek Business Development Corporation.She is married to Kevin Toulouse since 2005 and is a mother of three beautiful children; Christian, Sarah and Hannah. Julie is currently applying for Band Membership with Sagamok An-ishnawbek, and hopefully will become a Sagamok Member in 2016. Julie is a hard and dedicated worker who is friendly, outgoing and processes excellent organizational skills. She has contin-ued demonstrated positive leadership and support towards her co-workers and community members. She is reliable and can be always be depended upon.Sagamok Anishnawbek Administration office would like to thank Julie for providing quality services to our community members.

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From The Chief’s Desk

By: Chief Paul Eshkakogan

In recent discussions the Chief and Council have establish pri-orities for the next year which includes; Youth Empowerment; Eco-nomic Development priorities; Education System Development and ensuring post-secondary assistance to all qualified applicants; con-trolling and managing our reserve and off-reserve traditional lands; and updating the Sagamok Administration organization for efficiency and effective service delivery. The following highlights our discus-sions.

Youth

Council generated a list of areas of concern affecting youth that in-cluded alcohol and drug abuse, intervention and aftercare. Education and employment opportunities were another area of concern and the issue of youth at home who are not engaged in education or training opportunities. Council affirmed the following:

a. Youth Forum, Chief & Council hosting the event for the pur-pose of direct engagement to determine youth priorities, to discuss youth representation on Council, and the development of Youth Council;

b. Communication, developing and implementing a method of communication that is geared to youth that will foster partic-ipation.

c. Parental Engagement, gaining input and support from parents for youth success in education, training and youth participa-tion in community-based programs and services.

d. Youth Representation on Council, inviting youth representa-tion as part of Chief & Council;

e. Youth Services Unit, propose organizational unit that services our youth population addressing issues affecting youth at the community level, providing support and engagement oppor-tunities for growth and development.

Economic Development

Chief and Council generated areas of priority under economic devel-opment and the following items were prioritized during discussions:

a. Grocery Store, in accordance with the recommendations from

the community members, through the Comprehensive Com-munity Plan process, the identification of options and pursuit of partnerships for a grocery store in Sagamok to retain mon-ey in the community and for potential employment opportu-nities;

b. Tourism, Recreational and Conferencing Facilities, the pur-chasing of Ritchie Falls based on a combination of Sagamok revenues and government funding and other potential prop-erties within our traditional territory enables Sagamok An-ishnawbek to gain some control in the activities and devel-opments in our traditional territory and create employment opportunities for members of Sagamok. It is through the as-sertion of our treaty rights in our traditional territory that we have been able to secure jobs and revenue through our Impact Benefits Agreement with Vale. Vale’s Totten Mine has gen-erated jobs in the form of mining, construction and janitorial work. Furthermore, Sagamok will be receiving annual pay-ments over the next 25 years which will enable us to invest in our other Economic Development initiatives, education and so on. The assertion of our rights in our traditional territory and the pursuit of economic ventures in our traditional terri-tory will ensure that Sagamok Anishnawbek will benefit from the activity and development.

Ritchie Falls Resort purchase is creating employment and generating revenue. On a more optimistic outlook, we are in pursuit of funding from federal and provincial government agencies for expansion of the resort to provide recreational activities such as ATV trails and adventures, building a con-ference centre to attract conference business and the poten-tial for developing an environment centre of excellence for attracting environmental and academic business. The appli-cation for funding the expansion is receiving favourable con-sideration and, if successful, the expansion should result in greater revenues and create more jobs. Council also recently supported a new acquisition. Moosewa Lodge was purchased in September for $75,000. The lodge is valued at approxi-mately $350,000 which in our opinion is a good investment. The lodge is located on Poupore Lake approximately 15 ki-lometres northwest of Ritchie Falls. There are no plans at the moment to operate the lodge this winter. Future plans do in-clude pursuing funding to upgrade the lodge and begin oper-ations in the summer of 2014. The new acquisition will en-hance our tourism strategy and provide more opportunities for employment;

c. Corporate Re-organization, recently Chief and Council ac-tivated a Business Corporation which had been previously created. The Business Corporation will handle all business initiatives such as Ritchie Falls, the bingo operations, the jan-itorial contract and clothing development and sales relating to the FN Beautiful, FN Rugged and FN Tough clothing line. The Business Corporation will be the focal point for business development and management. The Sagamok Development Corporation will continue to exist for accessing non-prof-it business activity such as training opportunities from the government and the IBA partnership sources. The Economic Development Officer position is now part of the Sagamok Ad-ministration structure and the role will continue to focus on assisting small business development for Sagamok members.

Paul speaking at the Sagamok Annual General Assembly, October 18th

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Chief’s Desk

Land

Chief and Council believe that consolidating our reserve and off-re-serve land will ensure that we have environmental and economic tools to ensure that the needs and responsibilities of the Sagamok Anishnawbek regarding our lands are fulfilled. It is through the use and occupancy study in our traditional territory and securing our real reserve boundaries through ensuring that Fort Lacloche and related lands are included as reserve lands that Sagamok Anishnawbek will be able to apply control and governance throughout all of our lands. We are experiencing some pressures and challenges around land al-lotments which need to be addressed:

a. To proceed with Sagamok Anishnawbek Land Code devel-opment and to ensure that our reserve lands are managed and conflicts are dealt with efficiently consistent with our collec-tive ownership of the land and based on the traditional and customary values, principles and practices of our ancestors;

b. To complete the Land Use and Occupancy study currently un-derway regarding our traditional territory;

c. To take initiative to have Fort LaCloche recognized as Sag-amok Anishnawbek reserve land;

d. To develop an industrial park on reserve to enable proper zon-ing, potential economic development and proper environmen-tal management of industrial type projects.

Education

Chief and Council clearly understands the importance of quality ed-

ucation and opportunity for our students to succeed. There are de-velopments nationally such as through proposed legislative measures and the maintenance of the status quo on funding levels that requires Sagamok Anishnawbek to develop our own solutions;

a. To develop a financial policy that will ensure that all qual-ified and interested Sagamok students have the opportunity to attend post-secondary institutions. Sagamok cannot rely on government to increase funding, therefore, Sagamok will have to use own source revenues to achieve this goal.

b. To develop a Sagamok Anishnawbek Education Code to build on our existing policies, rules and capacities to run our school. The development of a Code will address quality, effective governance through some form of a local School Board, prop-er and effective arrangements with local school boards and provincial and federal governments for matters on education standards and funding.

Administrative and Organizational Adjustments

Chief and Council firmly understands that the administrative organi-zation of the Sagamok Anishnawbek exists primarily to ensure good program and service delivery to the Sagamok members. Secondly, the administrative structure must ensure good management and ac-countability. In order to achieve effectiveness, efficiency and ac-countability certain adjustments should be considered:

a. Better integration of the Economic Development function of Sagamok Chief and Council by making the Chief and Council the Board of Directors of the Economic Development corpo-rations and extending the authority and responsibility of the Director of Operations to the corporations;

b. Creating a Youth Division within the Administration to ensure that Youth issues, services and programs are addressed in a priority and specialized manner drawing on the entire capaci-ty of Sagamok Anishnawbek governance and administration.

c. Other potential adjustments as deemed necessary and reason-able.

The initiatives and work I have outlined will be our focus in the com-ing weeks and months. We will continue to seek input and support from the community to reach our goals and objectives.

Baamaapii

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Sagamok’s New Chief Executive Officer is Alan Ozawanimke

By: Alan Ozawanimke

Ahnee Kina weya, Gehtigeh Animiki Beneseh n’dizhnikaaz M’kwa dodem

My name is Alan Ozawanimke, many will refer or acknowledge my former surname, Eshkakagan, but as encouraged by my dad Dominic Eshkakogan who was born as Pitche Ozawanimiki, to reclaim my identity.

Since moving back to the community in November 2010, I continue to say that it is great to be back home. My latest challenge of taking on the role as Chief Executive Officer for the combined duties of the Sagamok Anishnawbek Administration, Sagamok Development Corporation and its subsidiaries further reaffirms my professional journey home. The duties and responsibilities certainly promise to be challenging, one that I look forward to taking on with dedication and to my fullest professional capacity.

It has been a number of years when I began the journey that led me from leaving Sagamok for post-secondary to my path home. My professional career has spanned from Policy Analyst with the Cree Naskapi Commission; Economic Development Manager and Band Administrator for the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan; CEO for Union of Ontario Indians and North Shore Tribal Council organizations, Project Officer with Aboriginal Healing Foundation; Political Advi-sor at Chiefs of Ontario, and serving the Anishnawbek of Sagamok as Councillor. The growth experience and rewards have been phenome-nal and certainly retrospect with no regret.

My daughter Taylor, grandson Madden and son Joey continue to re-side with the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan (Golden Lake) and I con-tinue to travel to spend time with them as often as I can. I can proudly say that they also assume the role of life teacher for me. I take advan-tage of my limited personal time to getting into the outdoors to hunt and fish, take part in sports, and continue to learn as self-proclaimed back yard mechanic.

I have had the opportunity to visit many communities across the country and have always boasted and was proud to say I was from Sagamok. Upon returning, it was very encouraging to see the devel-opment and advancement that successive leadership and administra-tion have established. Sagamok is a progressive community and is in fact viewed as a leader, keeping up with the changes in an ever evolving society. While Sagamok rapidly progresses, it is a commu-nity that continues to embrace its roots, based in family, culture and the language.

It is our families and community that help shape who we are and with thanks for my upbringing and support, I look forward to serving and working for my home, Sagamok Anishnawbek.

Photo: Alan Ozawanimke

October 9, 2013, marks the third anniversary of Agnes Sago passing onto the spirit world. She gave a generous donation and Gift of Life, as well the Gift of Sight. Always in our hearts!!! Love you MOM

The ceremony was held at the Vale Caver, Ramsey Lake Road Sud-bury on Thursday, October 10,2013.

By: Mark Aizenberg

Aanii Sagamok community members,

I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Mark Aizenberg, and I was recently hired as a teacher at Waawaasnoode Learning Centre. In 2011, I completed my Bachelor of Education de-gree in the Intermediate/Senior Division at Nipissing University, and my Bachelor of Arts (Honours) at Laurentian University in 2010. I have taught Grade 8 at Biidaaban Kinoomaagegamik in 2012, and look forward to returning to the community. Last year I worked for Rainbow District School Board, teaching various subjects at the High Schools, as well as occasional teaching at Biidaaban.

I am very excited about this opportunity because it combines my pas-sion for teaching, with my background in First Nations education. I would like to welcome back Waawaasnoode students and look for-ward to the upcoming school year.

I strongly encourage community members to come see if Waawaas-noode is right for you. Whether you want to receive your high school diploma, need to take upgrade courses or are looking to pursue a dif-ferent career path, don’t hesitate to stop by or call us at (705) 865-1475. Our hours are Monday to Friday 9:00am -3:00pm. We can help you set a path towards attaining your goals, and reaching a better future.

Miigwetch

New Waawaasnoode Teacher a familiar face to Biidaban students

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Community JustiCe Program

Aboriginal Legal Aid Advice Lawyer (A.L.A.A.L)

Legal Advice ClinicsWills&Estates, Criminal Law, Family Law and

all Civil Matters

Wednesday November 13th 1-3pm

To book an appointment please contanct the Community Justice Program at 705-865-2171 ext 249

Aboriginal Lawyers Serving

Aboriginal People

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

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

Length of ProgramEligibility• Youth ages 12-17, Adults 18+

• Member or resident of Sagamok Anishnawbek who normally resides in Sagamok

• Individual has agreed and con-sented to voluntary participa-tion in the diversion program

• Individual has consulted with legal counsel

• Address causes of the offending behaviour

• The needs of the victims) will be adequately addressed

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

• Community ownership and re-sponsibility

• Reduced charge or withdrawal of charge

Justice CommitteeGuided by the sacred teachings of the seven grandfathers, the Justice committee consists of Sagamok Anishnawbek com-munity members who promote decision by consensus, equality, balance and unity.

MISSION

ONTARIO COURT OF jUSTICE, ESPANOLA ***2013***

Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Adult 10:00 a.m. Youth (1st Appearance)

10:00am

6*7,14

6*

3*,4, 11,24

10*

1*,2,3 23,29

22*

5,6,12,13,15,

19* 20,22

,26

19*

3*4,10, 11,13,

17*

Family Court 10:00 a.m.

28 25 30 27 18

Provincial Offences 10:00 a.m.

8,22

12,26

10,24F

14,28

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Small Claims Court 10:00 a.m.

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* First Appearance F = French SP = Special Trial Dates

All ADULT matters commence at 10:00 am and first appearance courts are shown with an * beside the date. All YOA matters commence at 10:00 am and first appearance courts are shown with an * beside the date. All FAMILY matters commence at 10:00 am All changes made to schedule are in bold Dated at Espanola Jun 13, 2013

A safe and Secure community with a traditional jus-tice system based on the sacred teachings and holis-tic community values.

The community Justice Program will support of-fenders, 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 iden-tity; 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

VISION

MIWDOODAA MINO MAADIZIWIN DIVERSION PROGRAM

DATE TIME LOCATIONOCTOBER 28, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CWD –

C o u n s e l l i n g Room

NOVEMBER 13, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CWD – Small resource room

NOVEMBER 25, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CWD –C o u n s e l l i n g Room

DECEMBER 9, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CWD –C o u n s e l l i n g Room

SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK COMMUNITY JUSTICE PROGRAM

ADULT PROBATION SERVICES SCHEDULEPlease note:

1. Dates subject to change. Adult Probation Officer will advise clients, Community Justice Program Staff and CWD Receptionist in advance.

2. Community members on Probation must attend their scheduled appointments as given by the Adult Probation Officer. Failure could result in a breach to abide by Probation Order.

3. If for some unforeseen reason or circumstance that you are unable to attend your Probation appointment, please contact the Adult Probation Officer, Vannaleigh Vlahovich at 705-869-2882 or leave a message with the Community Justice Program office at 705-865-2171 ext. 249.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY MEMBERS NEEDS!Revised October 17, 2013

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Duty to ReportThe Child and Family Services Act (CFSA) requires that anyone who has reasonable grounds to suspect that a child is or may be in need of protection must immediately report both the suspicion and information upon which it is based to the Children’s Aid Society (CAS).

Who is a "child in need of protection"?The CFSA defines a child in need of protection as a child who is or who appears to be suffering from abuse and/or neglect. What are "reasonable grounds" to suspect child abuse or neglect?It is not necessary for you to be certain a child is or may be in need of protection to make a report to a CAS. "Reasonable grounds" refers to the information that an average person, using normal and honest judgment, would need in order to decide to report.What is the age of the children to whom the "duty to report" ap-plies?It applies to any child who is, or appears to be, under the age of 16 years.

Can I rely on someone else to report?No. You have to report directly to a CAS. You must not rely on any-one else to report on your behalf.

What happens when I call a CAS?The CAS will investigate the information. The CAS has the re-sponsibility and authority to investigate allegations and to protect children. The CAS may involve the police and other community agencies. All CAS provide emergency service 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All calls are strictly confidential and you don’t have to leave your name.If you have concerns about a child call: 1-705-566-3113

If you think the matter is urgent and you cannot reach the CAS, call for police assistance: 1-888-310-1122

Community JustiCe Program

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 Program Statistics for the month of September 2013:

Adult Youth TOTAL

# of new referrals

Gender:

Male - 1

Female -2

Pre-charge –0 / Post-charge - 3

3 0 3

# of open client files 10 5 15

# of closed client files with evaluation 1 0 1

# of individual(s) referred back to court system

1 0 1

# of community support (PSR report, advocacy)

3 1 4

# of circles completed 3 2 5

# of individuals utilizing Legal Advice Clinic – Sept. 18th ( 1 - wills & estates, 0 - civil, 2 - family law, 1-criminal law, -provincial) Next clinic Oct. 16th

4 0 4

# of SRM requests submitted (referrals to Mental Health & Addictions Services)

2 0 2

Sagamok Anishnawbek Chief & Councilrequests the honour of community member

presenceto attend and participate in an

Open Forumwith

Honourable Justice Leonard S. Mandamin

Tuesday the 12th of November 2013 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sagamok AnishnawbekEdnakamigad Centre, Nishin Centre

610 Sagamok Road

Mr. Mandamin will be sharing his information and experiences regarding the development of Peacemaking and the Tsuu T’ina Court.

Sagamok Anishnawbek please be advised that all disposed flowers, wreaths and other displays will be buried at their respectful cemeteries on All Souls Day

at 12:00pm. A Sacred Fire will be lit so that loved ones can offer a spirit plate on this day of celebra-tion, please contact Leroy Bennett, Cultural Coor-dinator at the Community Wellness Centre or Gary Toulouse, Lands, Resources & Infrastructure Director

at the Administration Office.

Contact Information

Gary Toulouse: 705-865-2421 ext 243

Leroy Bennett: 705-865- 2171

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Shki Waase-Aaban Binoojiinh Gamik

Miigwechwe-Giizhgat

On Wednesday October, 9/2013 the day care staff and children invit-ed family members for our Thanksgiving Luncheon. Turkey, pota-toes, salad, stuffing and pumpkin pies were on the menu. Our Thanks-giving luncheon was a great turn-out. We would like to Thank all families that joined us on a very Thank-full day.

Art is important to ChildrenArt Helps Children Think

As children draw, paint, and make collages, they are learning about the world (colour, shape and size of objects). When they use paints, glues and markers, children are planning, experimenting, and problem solv-ing. As children mix paint, they learn to understand cause and effect. Art gives children chances to make decisions. Children learn from the experience of making both good and poor choices.

Vegetable Painting

Cut a potato or other vegetable into two halves and carve shapes or designs. Dip the vegetable into paint and then press it onto paper to

make prints

Preschool Room Luncheon

Toddler Room Luncheon

Waste Management

Camera’s to be put up!

This is to inform the public that cameras are to be strategically placed along the access road into Sagamok and at the landfill. This is in the hopes of deterring individuals from tossing garbage from moving vehi-cles onto the roadways; this is an illegal act and is punishable by the law. Those persons caught will be charged by the Anishnawbek Police Services and if guilty will be given a fine for littering contrary to the Waste Management By-law. Those persons caught and fined will have their name published in the Sagamok Newsletter along with a briefing of their activity related to the fine.

Sagamok Landfill Gate

There is to be no disposal of garbage at the landfill gate. Anybody caught disposing garbage at the gate or other places other than the designated area (landfill) – the Anishnawbek Police Services will be called and a fine will be issued. In addition, the individual will have to pick-up their waste and dispose of it properly. Also, the name of the person responsible will be published in the Sagamok Newsletter and a description of their activity.

Sagamok Landfill for Residents Residing On-re-serve Only

The Sagamok Landfill is for individuals living on reserve; members living off reserve cannot bring their garbage to the Sagamok Landfill. Band members living off reserve must use the local municipality land-fill where they reside. If you see someone bringing garbage onto the reserve, please call the Anishnawbek Police Services.

On-reserve members who self-haul their waste to the landfill should separate their waste before going to the landfill. There are specific areas at the landfill for the different types of wastes being disposed, such as:

• Household Garbage• Metal – Stove, Refrigerators, Washers

& Dryers, Scrap Metal, etc.,• Used Tires – Rims must be Removed• Construction & Demolition Waste• Bulky Items: Mattresses, Couches,

etc.,• Used Electronics – Please do not

smash Televisions or Computer Mon-itors

Please remember to Recycle! When you recycle, it saves valu-able resources, helps the environment, and extends the life span of the landfill. If your household recycles and you cannot deliver the recyclables to the Recycling Depot because transportation is an issue please call the Waste Management Coordinator at the Lands, Resourc-es, and Infrastructure Unit at 705-865-2421, extension: 284 or by cellu-lar phone at 705-862-2674.

Lands, Resources and Infrastructure Unit

Sagamok Landfill Hours of OperationSunday 1:00pm 5:00pmMonday 9:00am 6:00pmTuesday 9:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday 9:00am 6:00pm

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Community Profile: Kyla Toulouse, Blooming Athlete Promotes A Good Life.

Hockey season is upon us and some are more excited than others. Grade 10 student Kyla Toulouse is amongst those many youth in Sagamok who play Canada’s game. Kyla has acheived great suc-cess as a youth athelete and embodies a increasingly frequently heard expression here in Sagamok, “Mino-Bmaadziwin, living the good life. AT=Allen ToulouseKT=Kyla Toulouse

AT: Would you describe yourself as a competitor or competitive?

KT: I’m not that competitive.

AT: The medal is not the point?

KT: Yes, in a way. I just do not go and rub it in people’s faces because I know what it is to lose.

AT: What sports are you into right now?

KT: Hockey, basically is hnumber one.

AT: What position do you play?

KT: Goalie, I’m the goal tender.

AT: What made you choose to play goal tender? Cause when I was a kid I made the mistake of thinking that I wanted to be a goalie cause that was the safest place to be.

KT: I do not know I just love being in there, the feeling of helping you team win the game and saving all the goals is my favourite part.

AT: Looking back what is the greatest save you ever made in net?

KT: I robbed a kid of a wide open net once.

AT: What!? How did you do it?

KT: Well I slid over too far to the right and the guy was in the slot left handed shot which was perfect for him at that time. I just got my glove out in the middle of the net and that was where he was aiming. If I had not gotten that save our team would not have continued on to the championship.

AT: How did it feel to make that kind of save?

KT: It felt great, to help the team like that.

AT: Are there other sports you are into playing?

KT: Yeah! I play baseball, I recently tried out for NAIG (North Amer-ican Indigenous Games), the under 16 team.

AT: How did that turn out?

KT: There were only four girls from Northern Ontario and nineteen from Southern Ontario, but most of them were pitchers and I play outfield.

AT: You also have a lot of medals from NOSSA Hanging up on the wall there what are your favourite sports in that competition?

KT: I’m a thrower, shot put, discus and javelin

AT: Break any records?

KT: High school yeah, in shot put and discus.

AT: What attracts you to athletics?

KT: I find happiness in it. It beats sitting at home doing nothing, right? Makes me more calm and keeps me sane basically.

AT: Are you going to keep up your pursuit of athletics after High school?KT: Yeah I have a few schools picked out down south, (Laughs)

AT: Is mom not ready for the moving out conversation?KT: No, I do not think either of my parents are just yet.

AT:Do you have any role models you look up to?

KT: Yeah, I have a few. Tessa Bonhomme, she is from Sudbury and played on the Canadian Olympic Women’s team.

AT: Have you ever had the chance to meet her?

KT: No, but that would be awesome.

AT: There are so money great sports programs here in Sagamok that could make that happen. Like “Right to play”

KT: I love “Right To Play”, I love helping kids, I love seeing them having fun at these programs we create.

AT: On the note of Right to Play, does there need to be more support for youth activities and sports in Sagamok?

KT: Yeah, there should be. Not a lot of families can afford it. They can only afford for their kids to play in the league but the gas, tour-nament fees, and travel. I would like to payback supporters by doing community hours or something.

AT: Final note, you have made some very healthy choices in how you live your life, and coincidentally a word that is popping up more and more, “Mino-Bmaadziwin” living the good life. Would you share what is your secret to living the good life?

KT: My Grandfather, : My Grandpa, he passed away but, I always think “What would grandpa do?” Whenever I think about doing something I always think about him and what he would have thought.

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Kain Kokoko finishes one place shy of first at the Biidaban Cross Coun-try run.

Kayla Scott and Marjory Owl provide Biidaan students an indpeth look at the inner workings of a spruce hen.

Biidaban Students make an offering to the Little Lachloche lake on Terry Fox day.

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Lionel and Wayne Toulouse hoping to land the winner, at the Fall Wall-eye Classic.

Sheldon Toulouse and Merril Abitong search for better fishing out on the Spanish River.

Marjory Owl and her Grand son prepare for a day out at Fall Harvest site.

Staff and students offer tobbacco to the flame, in honour of those who battling cancer.

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Prevent the Flu… Protect Yourself.Protect yourself, your family and your community.The flu (influenza) is a common seasonal infection of the airways

and lungs that can spread easily from person to person.When someone with the flu sneezes or coughs, the virus can travel through the air and you can breathe it in. The virus can also land on surfaces like doorknobs, toys and phones. If you touch something with the flu virus on it and then touch your eyes, nose or mouth, you can get the flu.

Recognize the symptoms

Most common

• cough and fever that comes on quickly (not everyone will have a fever)

Common• feeling tired• body aches• sore throat• headache• not being hungry

• runny nose

Sometimes• nausea• vomiting

• diarrheaThe flu is not a cold. A cold is a mild infection of your nose and throat. A cold might linger, but the symptoms will be mild. Symp-toms of a cold include runny nose, sneezing, cough and sore throat. With a cold, you do not usually get a headache, fever, muscle aches

or nausea.

Contact your local health care provider right away if you have:• shortness of breath, rapid breathing or difficulty breathing• chest pain• sudden dizziness or confusion• severe or continued vomiting

• high fever lasting more than 3 days

Contact your local health care provider if you are caring for a child

who has the flu and:

• is not drinking or eating enough

• is not waking up or interacting with others

• is irritable, not wanting to play or be held

Most people will recover from the flu within a week. But others

(like, pregnant women and people with chronic health conditions)

are more at risk for severe complications. If your symptoms don’t

get better, see your healthcare provider.

Stopping the flu virus - you can make a difference

You can prevent the spread of the flu in your community by follow-

ing these tips:

• Get a flu shot (if you can).

• Cough and sneeze into your arm, not your hand.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with your hands.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If hand washing is not possible, use hand sanitizer.

• Keep objects that many people touch clean (like door-knobs and TV remotes).

• If you are sick, stay at home and try to limit contact with others.

• To maintain a strong body, mind and spirit, eat well and be active every day.

• Be a role model for kids and teach them how they can stop the spread of the flu.

In Canada, flu season usually runs from November to April. The flu virus usually changes from year to year, which is why there is a new vaccine each year to protect people. It is important to get a new flu

shot every year.

Talk to your healthcare provider or visit: www.healthycanadians.

gc.ca/flu

Information from Health Canada www.hc-sc.gc.ca First Nations and Inuit Health

Sandra Camillo RN, Community Health Nurse

Flu Shot ClinicsSagamok Community Wellness Department

Small Resource RoomNovember 6 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Contact Medical Reception at the Community Wellness Department

To make your appointment 705-865-2171

Health and Wellness Department

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We are pleased to present the Joint Committee comprised of members of the Education, Community Wellness and Early Child-hood Development Parent Committees. The Committee was estab-lished in February 2012.

Background

The Community Wellness and Education Departments have been working collaboratively on initiatives to address the needs of the Sag-amok Anishnawbek Community. Currently the two departments con-sult on existing initiatives and explore opportunities for future plans.

Purpose

The purpose of this Joint Committee is to stress the importance of the three committees working in collaboration as they service the same population; it is also an opportune time to receive information on what the different units are doing and to provide support to each other.

The committee meets quarterly to:

• Present and discuss ECD Initiatives identified in Sagamok Anishnawbek Early Childhood Education Strategic Plan 2011-2016 to gain support for a plan of action in addressing new Early Learning initiatives in Sagamok Anishnawbek,

• Review each Department’s Strategic Plans for in-formation sharing purposes, to describe current and future plans, and

• Identify and create a communication strategy for CWD and Education Committees to keep abreast of upcoming and new initiatives, to monitor consistency of goals by developing and maintaining collabora-tion, to maximize resources, to eliminate duplication of services and to monitor outcomes.

The Committees agree to: • Attend and participate in quarterly integrated meet-

ings, • Develop a memorandum of understanding under the

ECD strategic plan, • Integrate training initiatives, • Have resource people attend meetings, • Include staff to ensure communication to stakehold-

ers, • Submit quarterly newspaper submissions, • Share committee communications i.e. Minutes, doc-

uments, • Utilize the Sagamok website to share reports, • Utilize task sheets at every meeting, • Utilize the Sagamok Facebook page, • Participate in community forums by setting up an in-

formation booth, • Research the feasibility of an electronic billboard, • Utilize the community calendar, and

• Advertise through posters and community signage.

If you have any questions, please contact the Director of Education or Community Wellness.

Health and Wellness Department VALE TOTTEN MINE PROjECT – OCTOBER 2013 UPDATE

IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEEA meeting was held at Totten Mine on October 10, 2013. Items dis-cussed that are not addressed in sub-committee updates include: Envi-ronmEntal StEwardShip & Sub-CommittEE updatE

• The Elder/Youth environmental site tour was scheduled for Oc-tober 10th but had to be rescheduled for October 29, 2013 due to availability of transportation.

• Closure plan amendments were minimal and a formal response was provided to Vale within the review period.

• Sagamok Anishnawbek will be submitting a proposal to perform the Non-Regulatory Environmental Monitoring contract for Tot-ten Mine. Quarterly water samples will be collected and analyzed from sites upstream and downstream of Totten Mine. Work is set to begin in Spring 2014.

buSinESS Supply and SErviCE opportunitiES / proCurEmEnt Sub-CommittEE updatE

• Sagamok has rescinded its request to have Net 30 day payment terms for the first 24 months of the Ore Haul contract, as opposed to Vale’s standard Net 45 days. The reason being that Sagamok Owner/Operators will not be financially burdened because they are sub-contracted by T.Bell

• Sagamok is looking to provide janitorial supplies as part of the janitorial contract as well as safety supplies. These are both global contracts currently, however, this request is being reviewed by Vale procurement.

human rESourCES Sub CommittEE updatE

Employment Targets• The group agreed on 10 Sagamok Members as an employment tar-

get for the 2013/14 year. This recommendation has been forwarded to the Management Committee for recommendation and approval.

Cultural Awareness Training• The training will be suited for three internal groups (Managers/

Supervisors, Operations/Maintenance and Vale Ontario Operations Employees)

othEr buSinESS

• Science Olympics – On-going agenda item• Totten Mine Opening Celebration

- Plans are being made for an opening celebration to com-memorate the official handover of the mine to operations.

- A video is also currently in the works to show at the open-ing celebration and new employees as part of the orienta-tion process; Chief Paul will be featured in this video.

HR SUB-COMMITTEEMeeting date: SepteMber 10, 2013 at totten Mine

EmploymEnt objECtivES Vale has extended offers to three Sagamok applicants – all have been accepted and are in the back check process. If there are no more qual-ified applicants from Sagamok, Vale will need to move forward with other applicants to ensure a full complement of labour to support the mine. There is a possibility that the company may need and additional 30 or 40 employees with recruiting beginning in early 2014.modifiEd hiring proCESS Vale’s normal hiring procedure to have one interview with an appli-cant. Vale modified their normal processes in their commitment to maximize employment of Sagamok members by having a second in-terview for two Sagamok members that did not fare well on the first interview. The second interview was important to fully review their safety awareness and qualifications. The second interview was suc-cessful and both candidates received offers of employment from Vale. This brings the total offers of employment to Sagamok members up to five. Cultural awarEnESS training

Sagamok has been developing a Cultural Awareness presentation for Totten Mine employees which will educate then on Sagamok An-ishnawbek, cultural history as well as the importance of the Impacts and Benefits Agreement between Sagamok and Vale. The Cultural Resource Worker has been asked to make this presentation to Totten

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Elder’s Eagle Lodge

Pumpkin Contest All of us at Elders Eagle Lodge wish to thank and congratulate every-one who participated in the Pumpkin Growing Contest . The overall goal was to foster physical activity and create a pumpkin buzz through-out the community and that is exactly what happened.

It is unfortunate that we endured a long, cold and wet spring followed by a very short growing season which hampered Pumpkin Potential for everyone.

In the end, those who met the challenge to be involved and give it their best does speak volumes to living a healthy lifestyle. So hats off to everyone!!!

First Prize of $100.00 gift certificate is awarded to John Southwind – Biggest Pumpkin.

Second Prize of $50.00 gift certificate is awarded to Raymond Owl - most uniform shape

of the world’s children. Be more active in the after-school time period. Every step counts!

About National Child Day

Nov 20th National Child Day has been celebrated in Canada since it was officially declared with the Child Day Act in1993 to commemorate the UN Declaration on the Rights of the Child and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The day coincides with Universal Children’s Day, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1954 to encourage all countries to institute a day to promote mutual exchange and understanding among children and to take action to promote the well-being of the world’s children.

Help kids enjoy their way to a healthier lifestyle! One hour of physical activity every day: at home, at school, at play. Every step counts! Be more active in the after-school time period. Every step counts!

"We are the ancestors of our grandchildren's children. We look after them, just as our ancestors look after us. We aren't here for ourselves. We are here for each other and for the children of our grandchildren."

Roy Sesana (Tobee Tcori)

Third prize $50.00 gift certificate is awarded to Sylvester Bennett most unusual shape.

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Can’t make it out but you want ARF to see your dog?

Call Stanford Owl at 705-988-0199 Stanford_owl@hotmail.com

Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation Their Mission is to rescue stray

and abandoned dogs and cats from First Nations and rural areas and place them in loving, permanent homes while providing programs to reduce pet over-population.

2013 Pet Pamper And Wellness Day

Friday, November 8, 2013 Sagamok Community Centre

10:00 am – 6:00 pm Free service: Nail clipping, grooming (clipping and shaving – no bathing), ear cleaning, deworming, pet supplies as needed (collars), kibble, training advice, crafts for kids and answer to your pet care questions!

INTRODUCING! Rabies Vaccination & Anti-Helminthic Treatments

$30.00

Pet Needs a Home? Discuss finding homes for unwanted pets – no charge

Update Your Medical File and Win!!Sagamok Community Wellness Department is moving to an Elec-tronic Medical Record in the very near future, to serve you better. We will begin using the new system in December 2013/January 2014. During the initial stages of this change, there will be a pe-riod of adjustment and learning for our staff. Please bear with us. Appointment times will be longer to accommodate these changes, and there will be fewer appointments available during the day. Wait times may be longer for appointments as well. Walk in appoint-ments will not be available during this transition. Please ensure you always call ahead to make an appointment. If you know you will need an appointment, book it in advance.

We need to ensure our Community members’ information is accurate and up to date before transferring it to the new electronic chart. Complete the following form to update your medical file for a chance to win a $50 Giant Tiger gift card. Each individual requires a separate form. Each form completed will receive a ballot for the draw. All information will remain private and confidential.

Sandra Camillo RN Community Health Nurse

Best Costume award went to the determined construction of this “Candy Crush” Costume. Congratulations!

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Sagamok Fall walleye Classic

By: Jackie Toulouse,

On the weekend of September 27th to 29th, Sagamok hosted the 4th Annual Sagamok Fall Walleye Classic with a full registration of 80 teams. The weekend began with a Rules meeting for tourna-ment participants on Friday evening. Following the rules meeting, “Big” Jim McLaughlin, Tournament Emcee presented Chief Paul Es-hkakogan a donation of fishing rods for the community children from the Shriners. Chief Eshkakogan thanked “Big” Jim and advised that the fishing rods will be brought to the Fall Harvest for the children to use and enjoy.

Saturday morning usually begins with an 8:00 a.m. start but this year Saturday morning’s start was held up until 10:45 a.m. because of fog. And because of the late start on Saturday morning, anglers were al-lowed to fish until 6:00 p.m. and weighed in their daily catch. The day concluded with a steak dinner and delicious salads and desserts prepared by a community caterer Sharon Southwind. Thank you Sharon!

Sunday morning began with the anglers starting on time with an 8:00 a.m. start. Final weigh in began at 3:00 p.m. and all anglers met at the Millennium Centre with the awards presentation to the tourna-ment winners. Robert Mazzuca, Tournament Director and “Big” Jim McLaughlin, Tournament Emcee presented the tournament winners their prizes. Supper was provided on Sunday and the menu included fish, porketta and all the fixings, along with a selection of desserts which was prepared by another community caterer, Martha Toulouse. Another delicious meal and thank you Martha!

Following are results of the tournament:

RankTeam # Captain Home town Partner Home town Day 1

weightsDay 2

Weights

Combined two day weight

1st 44 R u s s e l l Smith Kapuskasing Dean Bliss Kapuskasing 15.57 17.33 32.90

2nd 12 Marc Aubin Hanmer Roc Lariviere Whitefish 13.15 15.73 28.88

3rd 28 Jody Ville-neuve Skead Kevin Cress-

well Hanmer 17.95 9.74 27.69

4th 3 Shane Tur-cotte Goulais River Dave Wagler Massey 14.05 11.13 25.18

5th 26 Joe Giuliani Sault Ste. Marie

Norm Thork-ilson

Sault Ste. Ma-rie 14.93 8.23 23.16

6th 14 Jamie Rob-inson Wawa Terry Ber-

nath Wawa 16.12 6.97 23.09

7th 40 L a r r y Naveau Mattagami Bruce McKay Mattagami 6.90 16.18 23.08

8th 71 Luc Audet Kapuskasing Dan Breault Kapuskasing 9.66 11.17 20.83

9th 34 Denis Martin Hearst Luc Rainville Blezard Valley 12.61 8.20 20.81

10th 1 Chris Rut-land Whitefish Cory Nephin Geraldton 8.97 9.59 18.56

Following are the results for Big Fish on Saturday and Sunday:

Saturday:

1st place with a weight of 7.68 lbs. Team 28 – Jody Villeneuve and Kevin Cresswell

2nd place with a weight of 7.21 lbs. Team 51 – Angus Bennett and Milton Tabobondung

3rd place with a weight of 6.91 lbs. Team 79 – Lionel Toulouse and Wayne Toulouse

Sunday:

1st place with a weight of 7.81 lbs. Team 2 – Michael Cole and Kevin Winn

2nd place with a weight of 7.61 lbs. Team 40 – Larry Naveau and Bruce McKay

3rd place with a weight of 6.64 lbs. Team 44 – Russell Smith and Dean Bliss

The winner of the boat, motor and trailer package was won by Nick Huckson from Sault Ste. Marie. Each angler that was not a top ten winner selected a prize from the prize tables set up in the hall – so no one left empty handed or hungry!

The tournament was a tremendous success again this year and en-joyed by both anglers and volunteers. During the closing ceremonies Robert Mazzuca had asked the volunteers of the event to stand and relayed his “thank you” to them and they were surprised with a stand-ing ovation from the anglers in attendance. Without the assistance of staff and volunteers, events such as this would not be as successful as this one. Again thank you to everyone!

I would like to also to take this opportunity to thank the following staff and volunteers that offered their time to the tournament:

One happy competitor holds his possible prize winning pickerel.

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Biidaban Kinoomaagegamik21 Runners Place in Top Ten at Biidaaban Cross Country Meet

By: Rebecca Toulouse

All the hard work and practice has paid off for a number of Biidaaban students as they were successful in placing in the top 10 in their respective age categories. On Tuesday, October 15th, Biidaaban once again welcomed schools to the community for their annual cross country meet. Local schools including S Geiger, St Marys Massey, A.B. Ellis, Sacred Heart and Webbwood joined schools from Wikwemikong, and Shawanosowe as over 200 students attended the friendly competition. The long running event brings students together to test their endurance. One visiting parent was overheard saying that his son had competed for the last eight years and had come in first every year!!

Grade Two student Aiden Simcoe from Biidaaban was 1st in the 7 Year old Boys category following in the footsteps of his mother Jenna who won many races while she was a Biidaaban student. Grade Three student Sierra Jacobs was 1st in the 8 Year Old Girls Category and also placed 1st in the Wikiwemikong meet several weeks ago. Faye Solomon finished 2nd in the 11 Year Old Girls and Hunter Chiblow finished 2nd in the 12 year old category. Kain Kokoko placed 2nd in the 13 and over boys category.

We would like to extend a big Miigwetch to Tracy Stoneypoint and Tula Jacobs for volunteering at the start/finish line, Jennifer Eshkakogan and Audra Owl for providing First Response support, Colleen Eshkakogan and Charlene Pine for their help at the results table , Grade Eight students for cooking and being spotters on the trail and Grade 7 students and teacher Mr Colin Granby for cleaning up garbage along the race route. Without a team effort this event would not have been a success.

Congratulations all runners!!

7 and Under Boys1st Aiden Simcoe 13th Cameron Bird 24th Hyram Hiebert

7 and Under Girls4th Janica Toulouse14th Vilena Toulouse

8 Year Old Boys6th Heydn Williams10th Landon Ago-neh

8 Year Old Girls1st Sierra Jacobs7th Kelsey Solomon8th Keira Eshkakogan10th Ameerah Eshkakogan

9 Year Old Boys 18th Connor Trudeau

9 Year Old Girls6th Jacinta Eshkakogan

10 Year Old Boys6th Tyson Francis10th Elijah Toulouse

10 Year Old Girls7th Sasheahna Eshkakogan10th Sky Jacobs14th Emillee Sinobert-Kicknosway18th Kara Abitong

11 Year Old Boys4th Gavin Trudeau7th Ethan Eshkakogan

11 Year old Girls2nd Faye Solomon9th Amara Makadebin

12 Year Old Boys2nd Hunter Chiblow

12 Girls6th Natalie Southwind-Trudeau12 Celeste Toulouse13th Trinity Hardisty

13 + Boys2nd Kain Kokoko

13 + Girls12th Asia Eshkakogan13th Sheridan Sinobert

Biidaaban joins ”just Move It” Diabetes Prevention Initiative

On October 21st, Biidaaban students along with their teachers and the physical education and wellness teacher, will track their daily physical activity for an eight week period. Every 10 minutes of activity counts for a point. At the end of each day and week the points are tallied up. Students may be eligible for random draws and prizes but the main focus is to promote fitness and physical activity among children and youth – not only across Ontario but across Canada and the United States.

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LANDS DEPARTMENT

Fall Harvest 2013 Review By: Tammy Tremblay B.Sc.

The 5th Annual Fall Harvest was a great success and has proven to be valuable tool that brings together the community for the purpose of cultural revitalization. This year’s participant’s varied from youth to elders, community employees, Chief and Council, families and mem-bers living both on and off-reserve. We also had members from Ser-pent River First Nation attend on day trips to assist with ceremonies and teachings. The community as a whole can sees how imperative it is to pass on the traditions and teachings that our people have been exercising for millennia. Fall Harvest has not only given us the op-portunity to practice these traditions, but to travel off reserve and explore our “traditional territory”, where our ancestors travelled to hunt and gather.

The overall attendance of people camping appeared to be down from previous years. More families had brought up their camping trailers, rather than using the prospector tents. The number of people that at-tended for day trips either with Biidaaban School, on their own, or in the rented vans to transport the Elders, seemed ordinary.

Although there were fewer hunters this year, the actual harvest itself was the best we have had in the 5 years of operation. A total of six Bull Moose were successfully harvested for the community. A moose meat giveaway took place on October 11 at the Multi Education Cen-tre, where community members were able to come and get some meat for their families. The turnout for the meat giveaway was very excep-tional; at total of 183 individuals came out, which in turn provided meat for over 525 people.

With the evaluation forms that participants had filled out at Fall Har-vest, it can be concluded that people were generally pleased with their

experience during their visit to the site. The evaluation forms also provided us with feedback on ways we can improve the Fall Harvest and the types of activities and teachings people would find fulfilling. With that being said, the Fall Harvest Committee looks forward to implementing these ideas and recommendations for next year’s event.

The Fall Harvest was a great experience overall. It was really nice to see the community come together not only for the planning and implementation component, but during the harvest, where everyone was helping and teaching each other.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank and acknowledge the following people and groups for their generous contributions:

- Miigwetch to the Fall Harvest Committee for all the out-standing work with the planning and implementation to make this year’s event a success.

- Miigwetch to the Lands, Resources & Infrastructure De-partment (LRI) for all the hard work and time spent on site preparation & clean up, delivering items to the site, and for the waste management.

- Miigwetch to all the participating departments; Lands & Environment, Administration, Community Wellness Depart-ment, Biidaaban School, LRI, and the Elder’s Eagle Lodge.

- Miigwetch to all the workers and volunteers that helped with the following; running activities and programs, gathering firewood, tent set-up, driving the Elder’s vans, fuel distri-bution, first aid, moose deliveries, and keeping the grounds clean and safe.

- Miigwetch to the Food Bank and all the volunteers who helped with the moose meat giveaway.

- Miigwetch to Chief & Council for their continuous support

- Miigwetch to KGHMI for their financial contribution.

- Miigwetch to the Caterers for the delicious meals and keep-ing our bellies nice and full.

- Miigwetch to Sonny Toulouse for his generous contribution.

- Chi Miigwetch to everyone who came out to participate in the Fall Harvest! We look forward to hosting the annual Fall Harvest next year. If you are interested in providing your feedback or volunteering please do not hesitate to contact myself or Rhea Assinewe at 705-865-2421.

Biidaban student prepare to try out their canoe skills!

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LANDS DEPARTMENT

Continued from Page 16-Sagamok Fall Walleye tournamentRobert Mazzuca – Tournament DirectorLorey Toulouse – weigh in stationCourtney Leclair – weigh in station and ticket sellerDelma Toulouse – weigh in station and 2014 RegistrationsLaura Assinewe – garment and hat sellerEric Toulouse – weigh in stationDan Owl – weigh in stationJordan Mazzuca – weigh in station Ian Gray – weigh masterWayne Peltier, weigh in station Audra Owl – weigh in stationJennifer Eshkakogan – weigh in station

Danielle Poirier – weigh in station

There are, without a doubt, more people that had offered their time during the tournament and I apologize for not including your names on the list.

* A note to our community participants to this tournament – there are 21 teams already registered for next year’s event!! Don’t be disap-pointed next year and get your registrations in.

Managers and Supervisors. valE intErnal tranSfEr opportunitiES

Currently there are five Sagamok members working at Vale Ontario operations. Two Sagamok members have been awarded transfers to Totten Mine through the Transfer Request process at Vale. Transfer Requests are granted through a competitive bidding process based on seniority and qualifications. Discussions with the USW regarding Sagamok members having transfer rights to Totten Mine outside of CBA provisions are impending.

Meeting date: october 9, 2013 at totten Mine EmploymEnt objECtivES A total of five offers have been extended to date for full time/perma-nent employment. Unfortunately, 1 of the 5 offers has been rescinded due to a lack of response from the successful applicant. The 2nd intake process was discussed, that Vale will post approxi-mately 35-40 jobs in early 2014. This should be an opportunity for any Sagamok members that may be having a second thought about joining the organization to apply. An application has been received from an additional Sagamok mem-ber for Waste Water Treatment. The applicant’s qualifications are currently under review. If the applicant does not meet qualifications, there may be a possibility to be hired on a ‘casual’ basis until qualifi-cations are received.

Cultural awarEnESS training

Feedback and recommendations on the draft presentation was re-viewed. It was recommended that the presentation be made to Vale’s Leadership Group to allow for comments and further recommenda-tions before being delivered to Totten Managers and Supervisors. This presentation has been scheduled for October 23, 2013 in Copper Cliff.Sagamok nEw minEr training partnErShip program - trainEE up-datE

Vale is looking forward to seeing the three trainees from the SN-MTPP starting on October 23, 2013. Paperwork is currently being completed by the 3 trainees. The trainees will be a part of the L6500 union with USW while on their three month placement. ENVIRONMENTAL SUB-COMMITTEENo meetings were held in this period.PROCUREMENT SUB-COMMITTEEMeeting date: Friday, auguSt 23, 2013 at totten Mine

EnvironmEntal monitoring ContraCt

Sagamok was looking into a potential partnership with Gauvreau GeoEnvironmental (G3) to conduct this work with the long term goal of developing a First Nation GeoEnvironmental Company and po-tentially take on other environmental work for Vale and other mining companies in the area. paymEnt tErmS for long tErm orE haulagE

A letter was forwarded to Vale to discuss the possibility of making an arrangement to have Net 30 day payment terms for the first 24 months of the Ore Haul contract, as opposed to Vale’s standard Net 45 days.planning – opErational ContraCtS / futurE paCkagES Vale’s revised Mine Services Snapshot provided more details on con-tracts potentially coming up at Totten Mine. Some contracts of po-tential interest and capacity identified by Sagamok were: delivery of fuel, lumber and potentially offering fabrication services. The updat-ed list of contracts is still pending as the Mine Services Snapshot only offers a one line description of work.

Meeting date: Friday, SepteMber 20, 2013 in SagaMok

EnvironmEntal monitoring ContraCt

Vale has reviewed the G3 proposal and has found that it will not be possible to go forward due to budget constraints. Sagamok Anish-nawbek has reassessed the requirements of this contract and will be submitting a proposal in the upcoming months.paymEnt tErmS for long tErm orE haulagE

Sagamok will confirm whether the request for short payment terms

for Ore Haulage is an exceptional case. Vale needs to assess before a decision on whether to approve Net 30 day payment terms for the first 24 months of the upcoming Ore Haulage contract, as opposed to Vale’s standard Net 45 days.planning – opErational ContraCtS / futurE paCkagES The updating of Scopes of Work is currently the delay in starting the negotiations for a new agreement. A scope writer is starting work at Totten and there should be progress in this area in the coming weeks.

SAGAMOK NEW MINER TRAINING PARTNERSHIP PRO-GRAMintakE 1 updatE:All trainees have begun their three month placements with our part-ners. Three trainees were placed with Sudbury INO (formerly Xstra-ta Nickel) at the Mcreedy Mine in Levack, ON. Three trainees were placed with KGHM International at their operations in Levack, ON. Three trainees were placed with Vale in Copper Cliff, ON. intakE 2 updatE:Postings for intake 2 went up on August 16, 2013 with a closing date of August 30, 2013. The deadline was extended to September 11, 2013 due to a low number of applicants. A total of 21 applications were received. Six applications were screened out due to being in-complete or the applicant(s) were employed full-time. Interviews were conducted by a panel of four representatives from Cementation and Sudbury INO (formerly Xstrata Nickel). Fifteen interviews were scheduled. Two applicants declined their interviews. Eight candi-dates were selected to join three candidates that were deferred from intake 1 for a total of 11 trainees taking part in intake 2 of the SN-MTPP.

In-class training begins on October 28, 2013 at the Gathering Place and will run for three weeks. The underground training portion will begin in November at the MTI underground training facility in Lively, ON. The three month work placement will begin after suc-cessful completion of the training.

Regular updates on the implementation of the Vale Totten Mine Proj-ect Impacts and Benefits Agreement will be provided in the Sagamok News. For more information please contact:

Michelle Toulouse, Interim IBA Implementation Coordinator

4008 Espaniel St, Multi Educational CentrePhone: (705) 865-2421 ext. 228

Email: toulouse_michelle@sagamok.ca

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Did You Know

The following professional services are coordinated

through the Elders Eagle Lodge once a week.

Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy Registered Dietician Nurse Practitioner ( referral process )

For further information please call

Delma Toulouse, Pat Trudeau or Loretta Nootchtai

705 865 2926 Elders Eagle Lodge

A prize winning costume at Sagamok’s Halloween Dance.

Biidaban students take to the dish pit at the Fall Harvest.

LRI department’s award winning Duck Dynasty float at the Fall fun day parade.