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Volume 1, Issue 6 March Message from Chief Paul Syre�e. . .
Aaniin,
Boozhoo,
Gree�ngs,
I’d like to
acknowledge
our band
members who
have gone on
to the spirit
world. Un-
fortunately,
this all to
o#en of late. Please give your family
members a hug and acknowledge
them as life can be too short.
We con�nue to move forward with
the live stream ini�a�ve for our
Council working mee�ngs. We hope
to have it up and running within the
near future. We will be tes�ng the
equipment at our next working
mee�ng. Once we have it up and
running we will communicate to
everyone on the process of how it
will work! Stayed tuned for further
informa�on.
Chief and Council par�cipated at a
Strategic Planning Session on
February 18, 2016. We iden�fied
GRFN Goals and Priori�es based on
community input, managers input and
dra#s from the previous council. Once
the Goals and Priori�es are approved by
Council we will complete the final
document by working with the each
department to iden�fy “how to
accomplish and implement �me frames”
all the goals.
Good luck to all our Lil NHL players. We
have 9 teams going from Garden River
First Na�on. Travel safe, play hard, show
good sportsmanship and most of all
have fun!
An increased police presence has
resulted in a reduc�on in speeding
complaints and other driving related
offenses. Chief and Council would like to
acknowledge the APS for all the hard
work and their goal to keep our
community members safe. Meegwetch
to our Anishinabek Police Services!
On a final note, we would also like to say
Happy Easter to all our community
members and families!
Respec>ully,
Chief Paul Syre?e
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NOLAN, Brandi [email protected]
BELLEAU, Darwin [email protected]
RICKARD, Andy [email protected]
BELL-CHIBLOW, Susan [email protected]
BARRY, Caroline [email protected]
SYRETTE, Paul psyre�[email protected]
ZACK-CARABALLO, Leslie [email protected]
JONES, David [email protected]
SOLOMON, Chris (Sr.) [email protected]
WILLIAMS-JONES, Darryl [email protected]
LESAGE, Gerry [email protected]
LANGILLE, Chester [email protected]
CHIEF AND COUNCIL EMAIL ADDRESSES
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
• March 1st, 2016– Chief and Council Monthly Mee>ng at the
Community Centre
• March 8th, 2016– Chief and Council Working Mee>ng at the Band
Office
• March 29th, 2016– Chief and Council Working Mee>ng at the
Band Office
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday
1
Garbage Day—GRW
Landfill Site Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—7:30 p.m.
Psychologist 8:30 a.m.—10 a.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Cancer Peer Support Group
Sew What Sewing Prg
2
Garbage Day—GRE
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Speech Language 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Physician Clinic 6:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Stand Up Exercises
7
Garbage Day—GRE
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Library Open >ll 7:30 p.m.
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Physio Assistant 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
8
Garbage Day—GRW
Landfill Site Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—7:30 p.m.
Psychologist 8:30 a.m.—10:00 a.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30—12 noon
Foot Care Clinic 9:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Sew What Sewing Prg
Menopause Support Grp
9
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Parent Child Drop In
Prenatal (aJer the birth)
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Speech Language 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
Physician Clinic 6:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
14
Garbage Day—GRE
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
15
Garbage Day—GRW
Landfill Site Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—7:30 p.m.
Psychologist 8:30 a.m.—10 a.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Foot Care Clinic 9 a.m.—4 p.m.
16
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Speech Language 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Physician Clinic 6 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Elders Luncheon
21
Garbage Day—GRE
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Library Open >ll 7:30 p.m.
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
22
Garbage Day—GRW
Landfill Site Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—7:30 p.m.
Psychologist 8:30 a.m.—10 a.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Coffee House
23
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Parent Child Drop In
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Speech Language 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Physician Clinic 6 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
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29
Garbage Day—GRW
Landfill Site Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—7:30 p.m.
Psychologist 8:30 a.m.—10:00 a.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
30
Garbage Day—GRE
Landfill Site Open
Food Bank Open
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Speech Language 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Physio Assistant 8:30
a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Winter Walking Prg
March Break Com. Skate
Women’s Wellness
Physio Assistant 8:30
a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Winter Walking Prg
Community Skate
Healthy Living
Physician Clinic 6 p.m. –
7:30 p.m.
EDS Shopping Van 9 am.
& 1 p.m.
Stand Up Exercises
Community Skate
COHI—Contact Rose
Fit Minds Yoga 1/4
Healthy Living
Winter Walking Prg
Journey of Grief
Journey of Grief Stand Up Exercises
Community Wellness
Session
Fit Minds Yoga 2/4
March Break Com. Skate
Cancer Peer Support Grp
Busy Hands, Crea>ve
Minds—Embroidery
Stand Up Exercises
Fit Minds Yoga 3/4
Sharing Circle
Stand Up Exercises
Parent N Tot prg
Fit Minds Yoga 4/4
Elders Make & Take Prg
Cancer Peer Support Grp
COHI—Contact Rose
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Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
3
Tutoring
Youth Program
Library Open >ll 7:30 p.m.
You & Your Baby Group
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Die>>an 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Tradi>onal Regalia Making 10/10
4
Food Bank Open
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Men’s Wellness Seminar
Walking Program
Tradi>onal Health Services: Harlan Down-
wind
5
GR Swim
6
A.A. 7 p.m.
10
Tutoring
Youth Program
Library Open >ll 7:30 p.m.
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Die>>an 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Drop In Social
Diabetes Educa>on Class
Girls Dove Project 2/4
11
Food Bank Open
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Walking Program
Healthy Habits—Fruits & Vegetables
12
GR Swim
13
A.A. 7 p.m.
17
Tutoring
Youth Program
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Die>>an 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Busy Hands, Crea>ve Minds—Embroidery
Girls Dove Project 3/4
18
Food Bank Open
Newsle�er Submissions DUE
EDS Shopping Van 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Busy Hands, Crea>ve Hands—Embroidery
19
GR Swim
20
Easter Prize Bingo
A.A. 7 p.m.
24
Tutoring
Youth Program
Library Open >ll 7:30 p.m.
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Die>>an 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Girls Dove Project 4/4
25
26
GR Swim
GR Historical Society
Mee>ng
27
31
Tutoring
Youth Program
Library Open >ll 7:30 p.m.
GR Community Trust App DEADLINE
Nurse Prac>>oner 9 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Physiotherapist 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
EDS clients GRWC appt 8:30 a.m.—12 noon
Colour Coding Community Event
Education Unit Program Youth Program
Newsletter Program Food Bank Program
G.R. Community Trust Wellness Centre Program
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Seedy Saturday - Sault
College, Essar Hall, M
Wing, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Die>>an 9 a.m.—3 p.m.
Girls Dove Project 1/4
Feast for Jingle Dress/
Regalia
The Easter Bunny’s feet
go hop, hop, hop,
While his big pink ears
go flop, flop,flop.
He’s rushing on his way
To bring our eggs on
Easter Day,
With a hop, flop, hop,
flop, hop.
Easter Bunny
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Thank you All!!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the en>re
community of Garden River for your love and support
during this difficult >me.
A very special thank you to Keith Boissoneau as the
services were beau>ful, and to all the family/friends that
helped put together not only 1 feast, but 2 days of amazing
food!!
Thank you to all the fire keepers for keeping the sacred fire
ablaze during the wake and services. If we have missed
anyone I am so very sorry.
Love from our family to yours, Mar>n Jones’ family.
MIIGWETCH!!
Their professionalism
and friendly manner
is much appreciated.
Their concern for my
safety prompted me to
phone and request their
assistance in removing
the snow and ice which
was blocking one
entrance to my home.
A few years back my
insurance agent requested that I get be�er steps for my back
entrance or my insurance would not be valid. I went all out and
had a good size porch constructed which I enjoy in the summer
months. Since clearing the roof was becoming a difficult task
for me I had the workers replace my roof with one of steel. This
Kudos to the Garden River Firemen
MIIGWETCH!!
A huge thank you to all for the
support received before and
aJer my mom's - Leona Jacobs
(nee Lesage) passing.
Hugs are s>ll encouraged.
Meegwetch
Deb Belleau-Shawanda
is terrific! No more shoveling! The snow accumulates on the
roof and then "swoosh" it slides off.
In 2015 a fireman paid me a visit to check that my smoke
detectors and carbon monoxide alarm were in working order
and asked if I had a fire ex>nguisher. As he was concerned
about my well being I men>oned to him about the ice and
snow that blocks my back door in the winter months and he
advised me to call the fire department for assistance if
necessary.
The firemen in January cleared two feet of ice and snow that
was blocking my entrance. As a senior I appreciate the fact that
they are concerned about my well being. Chi miigwetch to the
fire department for their prompt efficient service. You are
much appreciated.
Photo and story submi�ed by Margaret Hele
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Miigwetch & Good Luck!!
The 2016 Garden River Li�le NHL Tyke C team would like to thank
Dreamcatcher for sponsorship of their registra>on this year. We look
forward to the first of many great Li�le NHL experiences!
We would like to wish good luck to our fellow GR teams and to all GR kids
playing this year! Have fun!!
Don Cherry, Ron McLean, and Travis
Jones (former star of Ellio� Lake
Vikings) are saying “The biggest
gathering of All Na>ve Hockey stars will
be invading Toronto on March 13-17,
2016 to showcase their talents! Garden
River First Na>on already had the
Memorial Cup on their reserve lands.
The same family, the Nolans, have also
brought the Stanley Cup twice to our
territories.
Don, Ron, and Trav are asking “Who
among today’s stars are going to bring
these trophies once again to Garden
River?”
Wayne Gretzkey, Corinne Young (Jones)
and Fehmeel Akbar have seen the
talents of the Garden River hockey
players and agree wholeheartedly that
a future trophy is most certainly coming
back to Garden River.
This picture was taken right aJer it was
overheard by this future Li�le NHLer
grandson telling his Grampa, “Papa, you
should take me to the Li�le NHL.
There’s going to be lots of kids my age
having lots and lots of fun playing
hockey down there!”
The kid went on to say “My buddies are
all excited about it, some are more
excited to go swimming in the pool!”
He also said “Papa, you should bring
Nanny with you! She can take care of
you.”
To sum it all up, they all ask everyone to
have a lot of fun, first of all. Be a good
sport. Respect everyone. And your
many rewards will surely follow!
Submi�ed by Skip Jones – a proud
hockey dad, Papa, and overall Li�le NHL
fan
Hockey Aspira*ons & Gree*ngs!!
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Education Unit
Garden River Education Unit Telephone Extension List
705-946-3933
Irene M. Gray, Receptionist/ Resource Centre Coordinator
210
Dianne Roach, Education Manager
203
Kerry Boissoneau, Finance Clerk
219
Stephanie Jones Administrative Support Worker
208
Sherri Kitts, Education Support Services Coordinator
217
Anne Marie Jones, Post-Secondary Counselor
202
Phil Jones, Secondary Liaison Worker
209
Leah-Anne Pine, Elementary Liaison Worker
201
Natalie Barry, AIM Teacher/Coordinator
206
Michelle Thibault, AIM Administrative Assistant
205
Joanne Thiessen, AIM Co-op Teacher
211
Bonnie Pregent AIM Teacher
231
AIM Transportation Route
A.M. Route: Begins at 8:30 am
� Corner of Hwy 17B &
Sweetgrass St.
� Corner of Eagle St. & Blue
Jay St
� Corner of Sweetgrass St. &
Sage St.
� Corner of Hwy 17 East and
Gemah
� Band Office
� Big Arrow Variety
� Corner of Whiskey Jack
Drive and Moccasin St.
� Corner of White Birch &
Wolf St.
� Perrault’s Gas Bar
AIM Departure: 12:00 Noon PM Pick –up: Begins @ 12:30 pm
AIM Departure: 3:00 pm
More Winter Breaks are approaching fast
(and so are my remaining vaca>on days)!
For most Universi>es and some Colleges, it
was at the end of February and for others,
in March. I trust that you will thoroughly
enjoy your break as I know I will enjoy
mine.
Want to Con*nue your Studies
in the Summer or Fall?
DO I REALLY NEED TO APPLY AGAIN
FOR FUNDING?
If you are currently enrolled full->me at
college or university, AND you plan on
con>nuing your studies in the Summer, or
September (or both), you must complete
and submit a new GRFN Applica>on for
Post-Secondary Educa>onal Assistance.
Copies are available to download via our
website : www.educa>on.gardenriver.ca in
the Downloads sec>on. Please don't wait
un>l the last day to complete and send
your applica>on.
From the Post-Secondary Counsellor:
REMINDERS:
.....Good luck on your midterm exams.
.....if, at any >me, you had to change your
educa�onal plans by either revising your schedule
or you had to transfer programs or whatever
changes you have made, you must send a copy of
the revised informa>on ASAP.
.......you must maintain full-�me hours (check with
the Registrar’s Office if you are unsure) to be
eligible for your monthly allowance. Please check
your registra>on carefully.
.......if you s>ll haven't figured it out,
ATTENDANCE is very important! Not only for
yourself and your grades but for fulfilling your
GRFN sponsorship responsibili>es. Remember
that even if your instructor does not take
a�endance and/or you do not receive any extra
marks for a�endance, as a sponsored student,
you have agreed to a�end all of your classes and
complete all of your academic responsibili>es
(sound familiar). Besides, if you are physically
siWng in a class you have that much more of a
chance in understanding the lessons being
taught!
.....COLLEGE STUDENTS: “INTENT TO RETURN”
FORMS - these are forms that your school needs
YOU to complete and return or submit via your
online student account to tell them that you are
planning on returning to your studies in either the
summer or Fall 2016 semester. By submiWng this
as requested, the school will hold your seat in the
program and work on your new schedule. IF YOU
DON’T SUBMIT, the school will consider you as
“not returning” and will not send you any new
correspondence and/or will not have anything
ready for you. CHECK WITH YOUR SCHOOL
ABOUT THIS TYPE OF FORM OR REQUIRED
INFORMATION.
GRFN FULLGRFN FULLGRFN FULLGRFN FULL----TIMETIMETIMETIME And PARTAnd PARTAnd PARTAnd PART----TIMETIMETIMETIME
POSTPOSTPOSTPOST----SECONDARY SPONSOR-SECONDARY SPONSOR-SECONDARY SPONSOR-SECONDARY SPONSOR-SHIP APPLICATION DEADLINES:SHIP APPLICATION DEADLINES:SHIP APPLICATION DEADLINES:SHIP APPLICATION DEADLINES:
For Spring/Summer SessionFor Spring/Summer SessionFor Spring/Summer SessionFor Spring/Summer Session::::
NEWNEWNEWNEW –––– March 15March 15March 15March 15
For September EnrolmentFor September EnrolmentFor September EnrolmentFor September Enrolment::::
NEW NEW NEW NEW –––– May 15May 15May 15May 15
For January EnrolmentFor January EnrolmentFor January EnrolmentFor January Enrolment::::
October 15
Deadlines are strictly adhered to!!
Apply early to avoid disappointment.
Applications are available for download from our website.
NOTICE: INCOME TAX NOTICE: INCOME TAX NOTICE: INCOME TAX NOTICE: INCOME TAX
GARDEN RIVER DOES NOT DOES NOT DOES NOT DOES NOT
ISSUE T4'S FOR STUDENTS.
You should receive your T2202A form for your tuition from the school directly.
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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:
C O M M U N I C A T I O N
If I don't know that you are having
problems, I cannot help you. If I am not in
my office or I am on the phone when you
call, please leave me a message on my
voice mail, with the recep>onist or send
me an email. Please don’t think that if I
am not in the office that you can't call
and report problems or share some good
news.
ARE YOU HAVING
ACADEMIC PROBLEMS OR
ARE YOUR PERSONAL PROBLEMS
AFFECTING YOUR ATTENDANCE/
GRADES????
If you are experiencing any difficul>es
with either your academic work or if your
personal life problems are jeopardizing
your academic success, please contact me
at the office, your instructors, or your
academic advisor at the school… there
are many individuals available to help
you.
Assistance is available but you must take
the first step and ask for help. Before that
“snowball” gets too big, call me and I will
help you to access the support services at
your school. If you need academic
tutoring for any course that you are
struggling in, please sign up at the school
and if you don’t know where to go at your
school, ask me and I’ll get you the
informa>on. Just don’t put it off too
long...the school has to find you a tutor
for your subject...so they need some >me
to make your arrangements.
ARE YOU CONSIDERING
GOING TO COLLEGE OR
UNIVERSITY THIS YEAR?
Remember…..you can’t get accepted at a
college or university if you don’t apply
through the Ontario College Applica>on
Service (OCAS) or the Ontario University
Applica>on Service (OUAS)! And you
can’t get sponsored if you don’t complete
the GRFN Applica>on for Educa>onal
Assistance by the deadlines! Don't
delay… complete all of your applica>ons
early!
For High School Students
Gradua*ng this Year and New
Post-Secondary Students:
Remember, if you have sent your
applica>on to the Ontario College
Applica>on Service or the Ontario
University Applica>on Service, you will be
reimbursed for the applica>on fees, once
you bring in your “Acknowledgement
Le�er OR copy of your OCAS/OUAC
receipt” and have completed your
Garden River Applica>on for Post-
Secondary Educa>onal Assistance. For
those of you that sent your OCAS/OUAS
applica>on before February 1st
, you
should start receiving correspondence
from the colleges/universi>es any>me
now.
Please make sure that you read each
le�er carefully....there will be invita>ons
to a�end informa>on sessions, to get a
tour of their facili>es or they will need
more informa>on from you before they
can make their admission
decisions… most importantly though
there will be deadlines to respond by.
Each school will be trying to convince you
that their school is the best.... you will
need to do your homework -- this means
researching your choices to ensure that
your >me at college/university will be
both an enjoyable AND rewarding
experience for you. As I am sure most of
you know, each school has a reputa>on
for certain types of programs - make sure
you check out the program creden>als
along with the school creden>als. Ask
about or look for informa>on on the
availability of things like support services,
campus life/ac>vi>es, student residences
for new students, accessibility by public
transporta>on, etc., etc..... (visit the
school web-sites for e-tours and basic
informa>on).
VISIT YOUR POTENTIAL
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TO HELP
MAKE YOUR FINAL DECISION
When you have received correspond-
ence from all of the schools you
applied to and priori>zed/narrowed
down your choices, you can then
arrange and confirm a date/
appointment for a campus visit or the
orienta>on sessions that most schools
have prepared for “poten�al students”.
This is an excellent opportunity to
“experience” your new school.
Remember that according to the GRFN
Post-Secondary Opera>ng Guidelines
and as a new post-secondary applicant/
student, you are eligible for one trip to
a prospec>ve college or university to
help you finalize your decision. Once
you have decided which school you
would like to visit, you must submit a
copy of the official “Campus Visit”
invita�on and i�nerary. According to
the length of the pre-arranged visit,
you will receive return bus fare,
student rates for meals and accommo-
da>ons. Remember, this is an
excellent opportunity to help you make
an informed decision about your new
school. In order to receive this
assistance, you must complete your
GRFN Applica>on for Educa>onal
Assistance.
Even though you will have a lot of
different opinions/sugges>ons from
your parents, older brothers/sisters,
your friends, your guidance
counsellors, and so on, ul�mately,
this educa>on/career
decision is YOURS to
make and YOU have to
want it to be successful !!
- where to a�end school and what
program is best for you. Do your
homework and make an informed
decision!!!!
Once this process is done, naturally,
each school will be requiring you to
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respond to their “offer of admission” and
make your final decision!
WHEN YOU RECEIVE CORRESPONDENCE,
ALWAYS make sure to check for:
• Are there deadlines to respond by?
• Do they require a “confirma>on fee” to
be paid by a certain date?
• Do you have to send more info?
• Are there any entrance tests to write?
NOTE: I do not receive any documenta>on
from the school directly during the
applica>on process. You are responsible for
making sure I am kept informed at all >mes
by bringing me copies of your informa>on.
IF THERE ARE ANY FEES DUE, PLEASE MAKE
SURE THAT YOU BRING A COPY OF YOUR
INFORMATION TO MY OFFICE IMMEDIATELY
SO THAT WE CAN PROCESS AND MAIL THE
PAYMENT BEFORE THE DEADLINE. Please
be advised that this office is not responsible
for payment of any late fees or loss of seat
due to late payments.
**************************
Remember, if you ever need any assistance,
have concerns about your educa>on, or you
just want to chat, please contact me at the
office, or stop by to visit or email me at
Miigwech
Anne Marie Jones
HOW DOES A DREAM
GET OFF THE GROUND?
You can call them hopes, goals,
or aspira>ons, but we carry a
dream with us wherever we
go. Everyone from the >niest
newborn child to the oldest per-
son alive has one. And, the won-
derful thing about them is that
no one dream is more
important than another.
Big or small,
young or old,
EVERY DREAM
is worth building on. MAKE THE MOST OF
YOUR DREAMS.
Dear Students, this spring we will be offering a
teacher-taught, Visual Arts class star*ng the end of
March, un*l mid-June.
Possible topics: willow furniture
making, film/video crea>on, na-
>ve art, craJ art topics.
Introducing a new na>ve studies independent learn-
ing credit: NBE3C – Contemporary Aboriginal Voices.
Reminder: Students receive an incen>ve for each
course completed. For students comple>ng a grade
9 or 10 course, an incen>ve of $100.00 per complet-
ed credit and $50.00 per completed half credit will
be issued. For students comple>ng a grade 11 or
12 course, an incen>ve of $100.00 along with a 3-
month gym membership from the Garden River Fit-
ness Centre per credit will be issued. (Mo>on #2006
-2007-0104)
If you wish to hear more informa>on on these
courses, or have course sugges>ons, please don’t
hesitate to call, come in, or email.
Bonnie Pregent – Teacher
Adults in Mo>on
48 Syre�e Lake Rd.
Garden River, ON P6A 7A1
(705)946-3933
Adults In Mo*on News
Gardening Course
Spring is just around the corner!!
It’s >me to start thinking about the garden
you’ve always wanted to try. Adults In
Mo>on can help! We offer a Gardening
course that is part Independent Learning
and part Teacher-Taught. That means that
some of it is done on your own at your own
pace and some of it is done with the teach-
er and others that are taking the course.
You will learn all you need to know to get your garden going. You will
grow your own vegetables and herbs in your own garden in the
Community Garden located at the school. You’ll have access to all the
necessary tools and AIM will provide the seeds and plants you need.
Join us to start growing delicious and nutri>ous food for you and your
family!
Call or come in to sign up today.
Co-op
Adults In Mo>on con>nues to offer Co-opera>ve Educa>on as a way for
students to earn credits toward their high school diploma while learning
valuable skills on the job. Co-op is a valuable opportunity to get into the
field you’re interested in. Current jobs may meet the requirements as a
placement. Call or come in to talk to Jo-anne today!
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Hey Everyone,
Here at Adults in Mo>on, we are looking to
get some feedback on our services. If you
could forward this along to your contacts,
that would be awesome!
Also, if you leave your name at the end of
Elementary Liaison Worker News
Elementary Student Photo Highlights for the Month of February
It was an impressive start to the basketball season for DJ and Nathan who made
the Senior Boys A team for the Holy Cross Catholic School Eagles. Even though
they did not win their season opener, both students’ performance was stellar and
we are proud of them. Keep up the good work and Go Eagles Go!!!
Aboriginal Focused Trades & Tech Day
Twelve students from Garden River par>cipated in a one day event on February 18th co-organized by North Shore Tribal Council
and Sault College. The grade 7 , 8 & 9 event provided a hands on opportunity for students to experience trades and tech careers.
The focus was on Plumbing, Fish & Wildlife, Robo>cs and Health.
Brandon
uses a
pipe
wrench to
ensure he
has a
>ght seal
on his
soldering
project.
the survey, you will be entered into a monthly draw!
I hope anyone and everyone will take a second to
help us improve our services for the learners in our
community.
HERE IS THE LINK FOR THE SHORT SURVEY: h�ps://
www.surveymonkey.com/r/JN83T8R
GR students learned how to prevent exposure to dangerous
microbes by properly wearing protec>ve gear
Charlo�e
cranks on
the die
machine
Ethan, Brando, Charlo�e,
Brianna & Sumer iden>fy the
different animal furs Hailee, Katelynn & Chase
handling a red fox fur Robert & Amelia learn how to
operate the robot controller Josey has no problem ligh>ng
the soldering torch
Thank you in advance
Bonnie Pregent
Secondary Teacher – Adults in
Mo>on
48 Syre�e Lake Rd
Garden River, ON P6A 7A1
PH: (705)946-3933 ext.231
FX: (705)946-0410
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Resource Centre News
As Men of Le�ers Legacies, Sam and Dean
Winchester (Supernatural T.V. Series) know the
importance of research.
That's why their own private Library is filled with
quite a bit of informa>on they could need and if
not, they know to look in other Libraries.
Be like Sam and Dean and visit your own public
library to find the knowledge you seek.
Mini Workshops &
Events:
6 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, March 3—Open
• Monday, March 7— Book
Club
• Thursday, March 10—WII
Games
• Monday, March 21— Book
Club
• Thursday, March 24—
Open
• Monday, March 28— Book
Club—final day
• Thursday, March 31—
Open
Tutors Lee Ann W. Pine, Reanne Zack and Kasey Whiskeychan take >me out of their busy schedule to take a picture with their
students at the Educa>on Unit.
Tutoring News
The GRFN Public Library would like to
thank Kaylin Wabano for all her hard
work this past winter as she completed
her Co-op hours in the Library.
Kaylin has been working hard typing in
the >tles and authors of 4 different
sec>ons of the Library.
Thanks to her dedica>on, the library now
has the Na>ve Content books, Children’s
books, Youth/Young Adult and Adult
Fic>on books listed for easier look up. If
you would like any of the lists sent to
you, let me know and I can email you
a .pdf version to see what books we have
that you may be looking for. Email me
at : [email protected]
Kaylin has been instrumental in the deco-
ra>on of the main hallway, the library for
the Christmas season, Valen>ne’s and
Easter.
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Sun Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28 29 30 31 Finish each day and be done
with it. You have done what you
could. Some blunders and
absurdi>es have crept in; forget
them as soon as you can.
Tomorrow is a new day. You
shall begin it serenely and with
too high a spirit to be
encumbered with your old
nonsense.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Colleen Crowley, Youth Wellness Coordinator Phone: 705-946-4006 ext. 3 Email: [email protected]
Garden River First Nation YOUTH PROGRAM MONTHLY CALENDAR Garden River Education/Recreation Centre
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Wellness News Children’s Oral Health Ini*a*ve Program
(COHI)
WHAT IS COHI?
COHI is designed to help prevent and control
tooth decay in young children and set the
stage for a life>me of healthy teeth.
WHO BENEFITS FROM COHI?
• Children aged 0 to 7 years old
• Parents & caregivers of children aged 0
to 7 years
• Pregnant women
WHAT ARE COHI SERVICES?
⇒ COHI Screening - During a screening a
Dental Professional will check your child’s
teeth for signs of tooth decay.
⇒ Fluoride Varnish Applica*ons - may be
painted on all visible surfaces of the teeth
to protect and strengthen the teeth, mak-
ing it more difficult for tooth decay to
begin.
⇒ Sealants - are thin, clear or white, plas>c
coa>ngs placed on the surfaces of teeth
to help prevent tooth decay. Sealants
prevent acids which cause tooth decay
from geWng into the grooves and pits of
the tooth.
⇒ Oral Health Informa*on Sessions - are
provided to parents, caregivers and ex-
pectant parents to learn how to care for
their own teeth as well as their children’s
teeth.
Healthy Teeth, Happy Child
TIPS:
➼ Clean your children’s teeth.
➼ Brush teeth twice a day.
➼ Floss teeth once a day.
➼ Give children healthy drinks & snacks.
➼ Use only milk & water in baby’s bo;le.
➼ Have the whole family visit the den*st
regularly including mom & dad.
For more INFORMATION or
to book an
APPOINTMENT
Call Rose Sayers –
Children’s Oral Health Aide
(705) 946-5710
Flu vaccines have arrived at the
Wellness Centre!
Call the Health Records Department at
705 946 -5710 ext 226 or 242 to make
an appointment.
There is a new Flu Vaccine called
‘FLUMIST’ which is a non injectable
vaccine (no needle) and is administered
through the nasal passage. It is publicly
funded ONLY FOR AGES 2 – 17 years of
age. Available last week of November—
call now to be on the wai>ng list.
For more informa>on, please call Health
Records Department of the Wellness
Centre at 705-946-5710 ext. 226 or 242.
Submi�ed by Maxine Lesage, Health Supervisor
COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY
SWIM NIGHTS SWIM NIGHTS SWIM NIGHTS SWIM NIGHTS
ARE HERE ARE HERE ARE HERE ARE HERE
AGAIN!!!AGAIN!!!AGAIN!!!AGAIN!!!
COME OUT AND
LET’S GET PHYSICAL
Where: John Rhodes Pool
When: Saturdays 8 –9 p.m.
March 5, 12, 19, 26,
2016
Ra>os have to be met:
Children under 7, have to
have adult with them, direct-
ly supervised, and within
arms reach. Ra*o: 1 adult—2
children
Children 7 –9 years must pass
swim test, if they do not
pass—must be supervised by
adult (within arms reach).
Ra*o: 1 adult—4 children
Any ques>ons, please call
Arnelda at Health Centre
705-946-5710 ext. 224
Parent Child Drop In Clinics Wednesdays: 1:30 p.m—4:00 p.m.
Wellness Centre
July 6 & 20
Aug. 10 & 24
Mar. 9 & 23 Sept. 7 & 21
April 6 & 20 Oct. 5 & 19
May 4 & 18 Nov. 2, 16 & 30
June 8 & 22 Dec. 14
A public health nurse can answer ques>ons about breasaeeding,
baby care, growth and development and much more. For more
informa>on, call Rose Sayers at 705-946-5710
You & Your Baby Groups Thursdays: 1:30—3:00 p.m.
Wellness Centre
Mar. 3
May 26 June 2, 9, 16
Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29
Parents and babies under 6 months of age come together once a
week to talk, share and gather informa>on about nutri>on, safety,
sleep, growth and development and much more. For more
informa>on call Rose Sayers at 705-946-5710
Prenatal Classes Wednesdays: 2 p.m.—3:30 p.m.
Wellness Centre
Breasaeeding Labour & Delivery AJer the Birth
Mar. 9
April 6 May 18 June 9
July 6 Aug. 10 Sept. 7
Oct. 5 Nov. 9 Dec. 14
Classes are facilitated by Algoma Public Health Nurses. Register by
calling Rose Sayers at 705-946-5710.
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Garden River Wellness Centre Staff Directory
705-946-5710
Clinic Appointments/Medical Records: Press 1
Transporta>on Van: Press 2
Recep>on Area: Press 0
Staff Name Title Ext.
Belleau, Janice Recep>on 201
Belleau, Karen Community Support Worker 215
Belleau, Natalie RPN, Clinical & Clerical Care 226
Boissoneau, Vicki NIHB Clerk 202
Duguay, Kim Early Learning & Literacy 273
Hermiston, Carol EDS Coordinator/Nurse 225
Jones, Marissa EDS Clerk/Office Administra>on 209
Lesage, Maxine Health Supervisor 207
Lesage, Robin Transporta>on Coordinator 221
Mitchell, Lisa RPN/OTN (Tele Medicine) 242
Nolan, Pam Health & Social Services Manager 216
Pelle>er, Nicole Visi>ng Homecare Nurse/RPN 250
Pine, Arnelda EDS Ac>vi>es Worker 224
Pine, Marie Community Health Rep 203
Pine, Marie T. Addic>ons Mental Health 214
Pine, Marlene Community & Family Cultural Worker 213
Povey, Luanne Social Services Supervisor 210
Roach, Tina Personnel/ Finance 212
Sayers, Rose HBHC Early Childhood Development 223
Solomon, Kelly Community Outreach Supervisor 208
Addi>onal Health Staff
Cynthia Morriseau Health Educator/ Promoter
Drivers Tyler Pine, Morley Pine, Gail Souliere
Replacement Drivers Lore�a Wagner, Nadine Belleau
Visi>ng Health Care Providers
Rhonda Angeconeb Nurse Prac>>oner
Malcolm McCormick Nurse Prac>>oner
Debby Roach Nurse Prac>>oner
Nisha Thomas Physiotherapist
Ramona Weldishofer Physiotherapist Assistant
Dr. Alan Gelmych Psychologist
Bill Mansfield Speech Pathologist
Dr. David Quon Physician
Beverly Humphrys Registered Die>>an
Karolee Gair RPN Foot Care
Wendy Steele Occupa>onal Therapist
Algoma Public Health Maternal Child Health & Dental
Personal Support Workers
Suicide Help Card If someone you know:
threatens suicide, talks about wan>ng to die,
shows changes in behaviour, appearance,
mood, abuses drugs, alcohol, deliberately
injures themselves, appears depressed, sad,
withdrawn...
You can help:
stay calm and listen, let them talk about their
feelings, be accep>ng; do not judge; ask if they
have suicidal thoughts, take threats seriously,
don't swear secrecy - tell someone.
Get help: You can't do it alone.
Contact: Family, friends, rela>ves, clergy,
teachers, counselors, doctors, crisis lines,
mental health services or hospital emergency
departments.
Call Sault Area Hospital:
Crisis Services 705-942-1872 or
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Submitted by: Marie T. Pine
By 18 months, your child should be able to:
• Say 20 words or more?
• Pretend to play with toys?
• Point to show you something they are interested in?
• Look at books and show you something?
• Use gestures e.g. wave, reach up?
• Walk on their own?
• Look at you when you are talking?
• Stack three or more blocks?
If you answer NO to any of these skills, call the Parent Child
informa>on line to talk about your child’s development
705-541-7101 or 1-888-892-0172
Would you like to have a be;er understanding of your
feelings and emo*ons and how you express them to others?
Would you like to increase your skills and confidence in how to be
asser*ve and be a great communicator when it comes to talking
about feelings?
Would you like to learn solu*ons to address anger
and other feelings?
If you answered YES to any of these ques>ons, then Anger Solu*ons
may be a really helpful group for you to par>cipate in. If you’re
interested in learning more about our Anger Solu>ons group, or
would like to sign up for a group, please join Sarah Jackson and
Marie T. Pine for informa>on & sign-ups on:
Tuesday, March 29/2016 from 1-3pm
at the Garden River Wellness Centre
(Educa*on Room)
Snacks will be provided!
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Garden River Community Trust
It's that >me of year again for the GRFN Community Trust to accept proposals from Garden River First
Na>on. The deadline to apply is MARCH 31, 2016 for Fall 2016 vote. Garden River departments wan>ng to
submit a proposal(s) can submit their wri�en proposal with a detailed budget by the deadline date.
Please email Alanna at [email protected] to have the applica�ons sent to you. It was requested to post
them in the newsle?er, but due to size issues, it is not feasible to do so. Please email Alanna to get the
correctly sized applica�ons sent to you. ~ Irene
DID YOU KNOW about
Sacagawea?
She has more statues raised in her
honor than any other American
women. She lived in 1805 and traveled
west from North Dakota to the Pacific
Ocean as a guide and interpreter for
Lewis & Clark; a 16 month journey and
some 5000 miles.
In the past few decades Sacagawea has
become a reminder of the extent
which the Lewis & Clark story is also a
Na>ve American story. This expedi>on
was not a tour ‘through an empty
west’, but went through lands and lives
of other communi>es. Amy Mosse�, a
Mandan-Hidatsa from North Dakota is
an expert of Sacagawea’s life. Her
story has been told by novelists and
Hollywood. An image of her and her
son appears on a 21st
century U.S.
dollar coin, and she has appeared on
the cover of the Na>onal Geographic.
You can check out Google for movies,
books and statues on this famous
Na>ve woman.
Submi�ed by Alice Corbiere
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Regular Hours
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9—12 & 1—4
Closed during Lunch
Please note:
Food Bank access is limited to one visit per month. Thank you
Miijim Gaamig Food Bank
Important Food Bank Dates:
Prize Bingos—Sundays @ Community Centre
Mar. 20, Easter Bingo
May 1, Mother’s Day Bingo
June 12, Father’s Day Bingo
Aug. 28, Back to School Bingo
Oct. 23, Halloween Bingo
Dec. 11, Christmas Bingo
2016 Christmas Cheer
Wednesday, Dec. 21, sor>ng &
bagging
Thursday, Dec. 22, delivery
A;en*on High School Students
The Miijim Gaamig Food Bank is always willing to help students achieve their community hours required for gradua>on
through numerous volunteer opportuni>es throughout the year. Please contact Brenda at 705-946-6300 to enquire
when and where the next opportunity will be!
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ERCD
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Congratula*ons to the Garden River First
Na*on Housing Team!
2016 Housing Recogni*on
Award Recipients
2016 FMNOP NQPMRSO NRNPTUNS
HRVOMSW CRSXUNUSYU
The Garden River First Na>on Housing Team
a�ended the 2016 First Na>ons Housing
Conference the week of February 8th to
February 11th and were honoured in
receiving the “2016 Housing Recogni1on
Award”.
This Award is inspiring to all, as the Housing
Innova>on Showcase is an opportunity to
recognize innova>ons and achievements in
housing ini>a>ves at a Community level.
The North Shore Tribal Council has
recognized the GRFN Housing Department
for their dedica>on, hard work and
excep>onal service to the Ci>zens of our
First Na>on. GRFN Housing Department
provides adequate housing for 1000
members and can be a challenging task
without an effec>ve policy in place and so, in
2015, Chief and Council implemented a new,
comprehensive housing policy.
The new policy and dedicated staff
implemen>ng it have been successful and
the innova>on and commitment of GRFN in
providing adequate housing for all of its
members is to be admired, commended and
held up as an example of how effec>ve a
housing policy can be. Chief Paul Syre�e,
Carrie Zeppa, Tenant Rela>ons Officer and
Greg Solomon, Housing Maintenance
Coordinator were in a�endance to receive
the award on behalf of the Housing
Team. Other Housing Team members
include Anne Headrick, Housing
Supervisor and Charlo�e Boissoneau,
Housing Assistant.
If you would like to view the video of the
GRFN Housing Team and footage of the
First Na>on, that was presented at the
Awards Dinner, please go to: h�ps://
www.youtube.com/user/FNNHC
Garden River Fire Department
The Garden River Fire Department
will be selling >ckets for two $500
Cash Draws, to raise funds to
purchase wood for sacred fires.
GRFN FD Personnel will be selling the
$10/>ckets un>l Friday, April 8, 2016
when the draw will be made at the
Band Office.
For more informa>on, please contact
the Garden River First Na>on Fire
Department at 705-253-1870.
Have you heard about inven*ons
cooler than Science Fic*on?
SOLAR ENERGY is advancing so fast
it’s hard to keep up. Researchers at
Michigan State University have
created transparent solar panels.
This means the possibility of every
window in your house could become
a power sta>on. Idaho engineers
have devised an impact resistant
glass solar >le strong enough to pave
roads. Self-powered streets and
parking lots could light up at night
with build in LEDs , warm up to clear
snow and ice and power recharging
sta>ons for electric cars.
POWER TILES have been created by a
29 year old inventor. These are
indoor-outdoor floor >le that
generates electricity when people
walk on it. There is a soccer field in
Rio De Janeiro that now features 200
of these Kemball-Cook >les, topped
with ar>ficial turf. The ponding feet
of players generates enough power,
stored in ba�eries, to run the
stadium’s floodlights for night games.
Submi�ed by Alice Corbiere
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GR Recreation Centre
1 year $290.00
6 months $202.00
3 months $108.00
Adult (18+)
Day pass $5.00
1 year $248.00
6 months $170.00
3 months $92.00
Elders (55+)
Day pass $3.00
1 year $262.00
6 months $180.00
3 months $98.00
Juniors (14—17)
Day pass $3.00
Family (up to 4)
1 year $550.00
6 months $378.00
3 months $220.00
Sun. 10 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Mon. 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tues. 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Wed. 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Thurs. 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Fri. 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Banana Peels: using banana peels to polish
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jewelry and cutlery. Can also be used to
polish leather bags and shoes.
Oranges & Lemons: slice fruit in quarters, dip
in salt and start scrubbing cuWng boards and
sinks.
Milk: consider using milk where you might
usually choose water—oatmeal, pancake mix
& hot chocolate. Freeze what you dont use
before the expiry date—use ice trays for use
in smoothies, shakes or individual servings
for tea & coffee.
Yogurt: if past its expira>on date, use for
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Nuts: use up stray almonds, cashews or mac-
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Silver Creek Golf Course
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Transcrip>on and Comments
by Karl S. Hele
Following the death of Chief Shingwaukonse in
1854 the posi>on of Head Chief at Garden
River became subject to debate, a�empted
manipula>on, and contesta>on. Various
individuals sought to place or have their
favourite candidate officially recognized by the
Bri>sh-Canadian government. This led to two
inquiries concerning the suitability of various
leaders to act as Head Chief sponsored by the
Anglican mission, Reverend James Chance,
Crown Lands Agent Joseph Wilson, and Judge
John Prince, among others in the 1860s. In the
1870s and 1880s contesta>on of the
leadership con>nued, albeit without an official
inves>ga>on. In an effort to calm and end the
interference with the legi>macy of the
leadership, specifically Augus>n ac>ng as Head
Chief, a compromise was a�empted. Augus>n
and several other band members, along with
the Indian Agent William Van Abbo�, proposed
a hybrid system. The proposal, found in the
documents below, would have allowed
Augus>n to con>nue as Head Chief with all its
a�endant powers and responsibili>es
alongside several elected chiefs and councillors
ac>ng as advisors. In a manner of speaking the
proposal would mimic the Canadian
government structure in a very limited
manner, the Life Chief being comparable to a
Governor General while the elected Head Chief
and council would be the Cabinet. Such a
proposal, however, ran counter to the Indian
Act. The Superintendent of Indian Affairs
rejected the proposal on the grounds that a
‘Life Chief’ (hereditary) could not retain power
if a Band had adopted the elected system. The
‘Life Chief’ would be allowed to retain the >tle
but have no say whatsoever in Band affairs.
With the rejec>on of this compromise by
Indian Affairs, Augus>n remained the Life Chief
and Head Chief un>l his death in December
1890. An order-in-council dated 14 February
1891 declared the posi>on of Head Chief
vacant and imposed an elected Band
government. Our first elec>on took place on
10 March 1891. As we all know, the elected
system of government has not ended
ques>ons of legi>macy.
__________________________________
Source: Garden River Agency - Correspondence
Regarding the Elec�on of Chiefs by the Garden
River Band. Indian Affairs, RG 10, Vol. 2296,
File 59,090.
The Indian Act, Petitions and the Head Chief
Sault Ste. Marie
17th
April 1885
Sir
I have the honor to inform you that I yesterday
held a Council of the Garden River Indians on
their Reserve at which nineteen members1
were present including Chief Augus>n when
the following resolu>on was carried by 18 to 1.
Resolved by Chief Augus>n and the members
of the Band present, that the Indian Agent
be _____________________________________
1 Names of the members are not given
requested to ask the Honble
The Superinten-
dent General of Indian Affairs to grant us
permiʃsion to elect the number of new Chiefs
to which we are en>tled by sec>on 72, Chap.
28, 45 Victoria,2 Chief Augus>n s>ll retaining
his present post.3
I would respecaully recommend that the
above be complied with as it will se�le all the
difficul>es4 at present exis>ng in the Band and
also if allowed to inform me how the elec>on
is to be held, by ballot or otherwise.
The Honble
I have
the honor to be
The Superintendent General Sir
of Indian Affairs Your most obd
Sevt
O�awa Wm
V Abbot
Indian Land
Agent
____________________________________
2 This is the sec>on of the Indian Act passed in 1880
that outlines various provisions surrounding
elec>ons and the number of allowable Chiefs.
Specifically, sec>on 72 states:
Whenever the Governor in Council deems it advisable
for the good government of a band to introduce the
elec�on system of chiefs, he may by Order in Council
provide that the chiefs of any band of Indians shall
be elected, as hereina#er provided, at such �me and
place as the Superintendent-General may direct; and
they shall, in such case be elected for a period of
three years, unless deposed by the Governor for
dishonesty, intemperance, immorality or
incompetency; and they may be in the propor�on of
one head chief and two second chiefs or councillors
for every two hundred Indians: Provided, that no
band shall have more than six head chiefs and twelve
second chiefs, but any band composed of thirty
Indians may have one chief: Provided always, that all
life chiefs now living shall con�nue to hold the rank
of chief un�l death or resigna�on, or un�l their
removal by the Governor for dishonesty,
intemperance, immorality or incompetency:
Provided also, that in the event of His Excellency
ordering that the chiefs of a band shall be elected,
then and in such case the life chiefs shall not
exercise the powers of chief unless elected under
such order to the exercise of such powers.
3 This is the only copy of the resolu�on. The le?er
is not signed by Augus�n or any other Band
members.
4 In 1885 there were issues surrounding Augus�n
based on his advanced age and other unnamed
specula�ons. I have not been able to locate any
specific accusa�ons beyond his age, as evidenced
by a pe��on from younger band members
reques�ng elec�ons in January 1885. In the 1860s
the debate centred around whether
Bugujjewenene and Augus�n were co-Head Chiefs
or if their father really intended only one to be a
Head Chief. Previous issues in the 1860s and
1870s also appear to have rested on whether or
not the aging Chief deserved a pension as well as
the purchase of and use of agricultural equipment
(debate over who and how long people used it).
[on side of le�er, in a different hand] Mr
McGin what is the popula>on of the
Augus>n Band of Garden River?
[in a different hand] Deputy Minister
Pop. of above Band is 384
J McGin[?]
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
[The Response]
Indian Lands Agent
Sault Ste
Marie, Ont
April 30 1885
Sir
In reply to your le�er of the 17th
Instant
communica>ng a resolu>on passed by Chief
Augus>n and the other members of the
Garden River Band at a Council that the
Indian Agent be requested to ask the Hon-
orable the Superintendent of Indian Affairs
to grant permission to elect the number of
new Chiefs to which they are en>tled by
sec>on 72 Cap 28 43 43 Vic. Cap 28 __ Chief
Augus>n s>ll retaining his present posi>on
& which resolu>on you recommended for
favourable considera>on, as you state it will
se�le all the difficul>es at present exis>ng
in the Band & you ask for instruc>ons in
respect to the manner in which the elec>on
is to be held. I beg to inform you that there
is no provision in the law for allowing a life
Chief to retain his powers as Chief in the
event of the Band adop>ng the system of
elec>on in the appointment of the Chiefs.
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Happy Birthday Tracy
Solomon
Have a terrific Day!
Happy Birthday to Megs
in Toronto
March 17
Can’t wait to celebrate at
Li�le NHL
From Aun>e Joe and the
gang
Cedar Clothesline poles Various lengths and prices.
Call 705-759-7937
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Happy 11th Birthday to
Livy
March 28
From Mom, Dad, Lys, Ave
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370 Lake Street, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario P6B 3L1
705-943-3230
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And so much more . . .
New Clients Welcome
Accept All Insurances, Visa and MAstercard
Same Week Appointments Available
If you can’t come to Lake Street, I can come to you with
Portable Equipment.
You will observe our reference
to the sec>on of the Act
quoted by you that the life
Chiefs although s>ll retaining
their rank as such Chiefs are
not allowed to exercise the
powers of Chief if the system
of elec>ng Chiefs be adopted
unless they have been elected
indeed to the exercise of such
powers in the manner
provided by the Act. You will
therefore perceive that it is
impossible to allow Chief
Augus>n, if the other Chiefs
are elected, to con>nue to
exercise his powers as Chief
unless he shall have presented
himself for elec>on and have
been acclaimed with the
provisions of the law.
I am &
[no name present]
F.L. Eagle Construction
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Garden River Child Care Center
GARDENRIVERCHILDCARECENTRE
APPLICATIONFORENROLMENT
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Lovingly sewn byLovingly sewn byLovingly sewn byLovingly sewn by
Barbara Burns, GRFNBarbara Burns, GRFNBarbara Burns, GRFNBarbara Burns, GRFN
705705705705----946946946946----2207220722072207 Welding/ Fabrication/ Design & Repair snow plows, sanders, buckets, blades. Aluminum
welding and fabrication. Nothing too big or too small. Hydraulic and machining services
available. Fully mobile, for on site welding. Mechanical repairs and service.
Computer Repair
For fast, reliable and affordable computer
repair service,
Call Mike Cress: 226-582-0703
Computer and Laptop repair, Virus and
Malware Removal/Preven>on, Computer
or Printer Setup, Home Security Cameras,
System Tune Up and cleaning, computer
updates, defragging, basic soJware train-
ing/advice.
Secretary Services
Hello everyone, my
name is Jennifer
Jewell. I am from
the Loon Clan and
recently moved to
this area from
London, Ontario. My partner is Mike
Cress from Garden River First Na>on. If
you need assistance with any of the
items listed below or a similar project,
please let me know. No project too big
or too small.
“Service at an affordable price.”
• Large typing projects
• Flyers, brochures, set up chairs, help
cook, etc.
• Resume and cover le�ers
• Professional le�ers
• Sending in your receipts for a refund
of the 8% por>on of HST
• Preparing invita>ons for special
events, decora>ng
• Event planning, family reunions,
birthdays, weddings, photography,
etc.
• Christmas shopping or grocery
shopping
226-582-0703 (mobile)
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Irene M. Gray Resource Centre Coordinator Garden River Education/ Recreation Centre 48 Syrette Lake Road Garden River, ON P6A 7A1
APS 705-946-2539
APS (Garden Detachment) 705-946-4196
ASSETS / AITC 705-256-5413
Band Office 705-946-6300
Big Arrow Variety & Gas Bar 705-942-2071
Clip & Snip 705-946-1025
Community Centre 705-946-2614
Dan Pine Healing Lodge 705-248-2231
DarMax Service 705-575-3356
Darwin Belleau Contacting 705-254-8676
Education Centre 705-946-3933
Family Tree—Native Crafts 705-949-6777
G.R. Bingo Hall 705-253-8718
G.R. Child Care Centre 705-256-5400
G.R. Fire Dept. 705-253-1870
G.R. Public Works 705-946-6300 x.222
G.R. Community Trust 705-942-1103
Hidden Hills Horse Ranch 1-705-471-0195
Medical Bus 705-946-5710
Quick Stop 705-942-0616
Recreation Centre 705-946-4006
Rick’s Tree Service 705-946-4265
Silver Creek Golf Course 705-942-2080
The Massage Gallery 705-971-5155
Wellness Centre 705-946-5710
Garden River First Nation Mission Statement
In the spirit of our ancestors and our Treaty, we endeavour
to conduct ourselves in a manner that is consistent with the
Seven Grandfather Teachings given to us by the Creator. We envision a
harmonious community that is built on mutual respect that maintains a
healthy balance through prosperity and well-being. Through these
ac>ons we intend to create a self-sustaining community that fulfills the
emo>onal, physical, mental and spiritual well-being of all members.
Garden River First Nation Community Newsletter Contact Information
Phone: 705-946-3933 ext. 210 Fax: 705-946-0413 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gardenriver.org/newsletter
N’bwaakaawin—Wisdom Zaagidwin—Love
Mnaadendmowin—Respect Aakdehewin– Bravery
Gwekwadziwin—Honesty Dbaadendizin—Humility
Debwewin—Truth
CRVSYM\\RN PRNPXR\MR—XV\\ \MOP RS ]]].WQN^USNM_UN.RNW Brandi Nolan Administra>on, Finance and Educa>on, Governance
Darwin Belleau Community Services and Development, Economic
Resources and Community Development
Andy Rickard Governance, Natural Resources and Lands
Susan Bell-Chiblow Economic Resources and Community Development,
Natural Resources and Lands
Caroline Barry Economic Resources and Community Development,
Governance
Leslie Zack-Caraballo Administra>on, Finance and Educa>on, Business
En>>es
David Jones Community Services and Development, Economic
Resources and Community Development
Chris Solomon Sr Administra>on, Finance and Educa>on, Natural
Resources and Lands
Darryl Williams-Jones Business En>>es, Community Services and
Development
Gerry Lesage Business En>>es, Natural Resources and Lands
Chester Langille