Listuguj Education, Training and Employment

On September 30, we encourage everyone to wear an orange t-shirt to remember the residential school experience and honour the healing journey of the survivors and their families, and to commit to the ongoing process of reconciliation. It is an opportunity to create meaningful discussion about the effects of Residential Schools and the legacy they have left behind. A discussion all Canadians can tune into and create bridges with each other for reconciliation. A day for survivors to be reaffirmed that they matter, and so do those that have been affected. Every Child Matters, even if they are an adult. On this day of September 30th, we call upon everyone to listen with open ears to the stories of survivors and their families, and to remember those that didn’t make it.

Good Evening Parents and Guardians, We apologize in advance for the late notice. But we regret to inform you, due to the growing number of COVID-19 cases within... the province of Québec, our region has entered into an Orange Level. This means that the Alaqsite’w Gitpu School, starting tomorrow, will only be open on a part-time basis until further notice. September 29, 2020 - The School will be closed to all students to provide our staff with the proper guidance and information on how to move forward. We would like to thank you for your cooperation in advance and we will provide you with more detailed information tomorrow. Wela’lioq

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government (LMG) is committed to the health and safety of our community. Due to the rising number of COVID cases, all governments are takin...g proactive steps to restrict and limit travel to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19. At this time, our governments share common concerns on the rising number of confirmed cases in the MRC Avignon. The LMG is monitoring the growing number of COVID cases closely and is working with the Government of New Brunswick and our neighbouring communities to find solutions to accommodate our regions unique relationship. Chief Darcy Gray spoke directly with Premier Blaine Higgs on Wednesday, September 23, and confirmed that Listuguj residents will not be adversely impacted by any changes made to the ‘twinning bubble.’ Listuguj residents will continue to have access to family and loved ones and essential goods and services on both sides of the River. Beginning Friday, September 25, 2020, at noon, access across the River, and into the ‘twinning bubble’ for day travel, will be limited to Listuguj, Point-à-la-Croix, and New Brunswick residents ONLY. Changes will be made to the online registration process, including, the reintroduction of single-use passes. Multi-passes will no longer be valid with the exception of students travelling for school. Childcare/custody, medical and work passes, will not be impacted at this time. Unless otherwise exempt, New Brunswick residents seeking to travel outside the ‘twinning bubble’ will be required to self-isolate for 14-days upon return; and residents of Listuguj and Point-à-la-Croix who travel outside the twinning bubble and wish to enter New Brunswick will be required to self-isolate for 14 days. The LMG would like to thank our residents for their ongoing efforts in keep our community, families and loved ones safe. Please continue to wear your masks, practice social distancing, proper cough etiquette and good hygiene practices. We are also asking that all Listuguj residents stay within the ‘twinning bubble’ and avoid areas with rising numbers of cases. Our government will continue to provide accurate information and updates as they happen. For all the latest, please consult the Listuguj webpage and social media feeds. Wela’lioq https://listuguj.ca/changes-to-twinning-bubble/

Call Out for Mi'gmaw Language Revitalizers: Don't forget to nominate a language revitalizer by September 28th, 2020 by contacting Erika Marchand. She can be reached at 418-788-2136 or [email protected].

Had the opportunity to observe Ronnie teach a couple of enthusiastic youth about how he practices his traditional bow hunt to harvest Moose for his family. The ...patience and skill that he shared is something I aspire to be as an educator for my community! P.s: The youth and Ronnie were filmed the entire time while sharing the language through experiential learning Thank you

With the continued rise in COVID-19 cases being reported throughout the region, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government would like to remind you of the following: Pleas...e refrain from non-essential travel wherever possible. Continue to practice : Physical distancing The use of face coverings in public Respiratory etiquette Hand washing Alternative greeting practices Prepare for a second wave by maintaining an inventory of food, water and necessary medications at home. Chief and Council are communicating regularly with the New Brunswick, Quebec and municipal governments to ensure that the safety of Listuguj remains a priority. As of September 10th, the provincial government released the Quebec Public Health Regional Alert System with the four ‘colored’ phases. The Quebec system is based on: - Epidemiological situation - Transmission control - Healthcare system capacity It is the combination of these three ‘factors’ that move/adjust the Alert Level in any particular Quebec region. The LMG, through the Listuguj Unified Command and our Health Directorate, is working closely with, and will continue to follow the recommendations of Quebec Public Health, as we move forward with our community’s precautionary/response measures. As of today, our region is at the Green Level (1): Vigilance. https://listuguj.ca/community-update/

JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH FNEC!

Physical Distancing Directions

COVID-19 Checklist Before Leaving Home

Help the Listuguj Mi'gmaq Government create a community calendar!! Ge’apoqonmuinen eltueg ‘nnue’gati tepgunsetewei! The Mi’gmaq Language Revitalization Coordinator and Ta’n Wetapegsulti’gw are collaborating to create a 2021 calendar. We want you to be a part of it and help us in the creation. The themes are:... - ‘Nsitun / Language - Ta’n Telmimajultimg / Culture - Maqamigew / Land - Nepitegemg / Healing We are inviting everyone in the community to share the following: - Photos - Artwork - Short Text (poems, stories, recipes, teachings, etc.) - Events/Activities/Ceremonies with specific dates - Example of traditional Roles/Responsibilities of our people - based on the seasons - We are open to other ideas! Be as creative as you’d like as long as they are connected to the themes above. Each submission chosen for the calendar will receive a $25 local gift card. Deadline to submit is September 25th, 2020. Email your submission to Paige Isaac, [email protected] Printed calendars will be ready for distribution in December 2020. Feel free to share widely!

Notice to all AGS Parents and Guardians:

As the first week of school passes, here is a reminder to keep washing our hands regularly.

Transportation notice for all SSHS students Group A will be starting tomorrow (Thursday) and busses will start their run at 7:45. Students are asked to be early on the road.

The Listuguj Outdoor Education Program Needs a New Logo! Open to all AGS students only. Be creative and design our new logo that represents our school and our c...ommunity! Due Date: October 31st, 2020 Submit to Mr. Jonathan at [email protected]

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government is looking for an Academic Behavior Interventionist to join the team at Sugarloaf Senior High School. See link below for more details. https://listuguj.ca//academic-behavior-interventionist-ss/

The First Nations Regional Adult Education Center (FNRAEC) is currently looking for a Janitor-Building Maintenance to join their team. See link below for more details. https://listuguj.ca/job/janitor-building-maintenance-3/

Our full Operational Plan will be posted on the SSHS website at sugarloaf.nbed.nb.ca, under the school documents section, but we have also created this document... that will outline the main elements of our plan and answer many of your questions. The document below especially focuses on the parts of the plan that impact the student experience at SSHS. Please remember that the Operational Plan is a living document, and will be updated as necessary as we move throughout the year and could be changed based on direction from public health, in consultation with PSSC, as we get ideas from other schools, etc. Our students may also have great suggestions that we can implement as the year goes on, and we would be happy to hear them. Please know that your SSHS staff is working very hard to make sure that the 2020-2021 school year is a safe and positive experience for everyone. We know when you arrive next week you will work with us to make that happen.

Back to School Quebec Twinning Multiple Use Listuguj students attending school across the bridge are required to register for the ‘Quebec Twinning Multiple Use’ pass before the beginning of classes. Daily registration is not required. The multiple use passes are valid for 60 days from the date of registration. The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government has dedicated personnel to assist in the online registration process. However, students and parents may also register themselves onlin...e. For help with registration or more information, please call the LMG Administration Building at 418-788-2136 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. https://listuguj.ca//listuguj-educatio/provincial-schools/

Welcome to the Listuguj Education, Training and Employment Radio Show! Today we have Jeff, Jarrett and Chris here to talk all about the 2020 AGS opening and transportation. If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a question here and we will do our best to answer.