Six Nations of the Grand River

During the Holidays be up to the task and wear your Mask!

If you have feelings of needing to reach out or just wanting to talk with someone during the Holidays, do not be afraid to ask, help and support is available

City of Brantford Notice of Virtual Public Information Centre Regarding Downtown Streetscaping Class Environmental Assessment Virtual Public Information Centre Details: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is hosting the Public Information Centre (PIC) virtually. The virtual PIC will include a video providing information about the EA, findings from the stakeholder workshops, potential cross sections for feedback, and evaluation criteria. All content and instructions on how ...to submit questions or comments will be available on the project webpage, www.brantford.ca/NewDowntown. If you have any questions or comments regarding the EA or wish to be added to the EA mailing list, please contact either of the project team members: Gagan Batra City Project Manager City of Brantford 100 Wellington Square Brantford, ON N3T 5R7 T: 519-759-4150 Ext. 5426 Email: [email protected] OR Vince Pugliese, P.Eng., MBA, PMP Consultant Project Manager MTE Consultants Inc. 520 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 T: 519-743-6500 Ext. 1347 Email: [email protected]

Wear a mask all throughout this Holiday Season!

Even during this time of Covid-19, Lets all Help Ogwadeni:deo and keep the Magic of the Holiday Season alive for each child on Six Nations and support their Gift Card Donation Drive. Lets keep every child's smile shining a little bit wider when waking up that magical morning.

Six Nations Internet Towers Project is a direct response to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic. Many community members are trying to adapt to different learning and work environments, many having to work and learn from home. The current Wi-Fi Coverage in Six Nations is 68%....Continue reading

Heading outside, remember to wear your Coat, Hat, Mitts & Mask!!!

For Immediate Release: November 23 2020 ‘COVID Fatigue’ Is Real, Community Must Remain Cautious Six Nations of the Grand River (SNGR) community went over a week without the report of any new active cases of COVID-19 until Saturday November 21 with two new cases, currently there are three active cases in the community.... Having conquered over 9 months of this COVID pandemic, it is fair to acknowledge that SNGR community members are becoming tired of it all. Maybe you are in the health care or front line side of things, working non-stop. Or maybe you are longing to gather with friends and family to celebrate milestones, and other social gatherings. You are not alone. We thank the community for doing their part to flatten the previous September-October outbreak and continue to do their part throughout this pandemic to Protect our People. Wearing face coverings, keeping alert to physical distancing, constant hand washing and cleaning, and reporting mild symptoms seem more challenging to commit to than before, but we must not let our ‘COVID fatigue’ take over. I know we are all tired of COVID, believe me I am right there with the community on that. But now is not the time to let our guards down. We must remain vigilant in our response to this ongoing pandemic. Said Lori Davis Hill, Director of Health Services, Think of summer 2021 as your motivation to continue to remain observant of these measures. A brighter future can happen much sooner if each community member continues to do their part to fight this pandemic battle, this invisible enemy. As Haudenosaunee, we are resilient warriors, and now more than ever we all need to pull on those traits, asking our ancestors for strength to remain vigilant as we battle through the second wave of COVID. Avoiding any type of social gathering is vital in slowing the spread. COVID-19 cannot seek a new host unless transmission or travelling happens from person to person. During these times of isolation the community are reminded of ceremonies where solitude must happen, such as fasting. Turning our mindset in a positive light and consider 2020 as the year we all fasted as a community, not necessarily from food but social gatherings, and we can come out of this pandemic with minimal losses. The numbers in the province are predicted to increase to 2500 to 6500 new cases per day by the beginning of December with lack of strict public health measures. Said Director of Health Services, Lori Davis Hill. Each individual has to do their part in stopping the spread of the virus. -30- Media Contact: Six Nations of the Grand River Communications Officer [email protected] | 519-445-2205 extension 3238 | 1695 Chiefswood Road, P.O. Box 5000, Ohsweken Ontario N0A1M0

Elected Chief Mark Hill’s Community Update As at November 20th 2020 With CKRZ 100.3 FM

Wear a mask when giving or receiving 2020 Holiday Hugs

Tune in this afternoon at 3PM with CKRZ 100.3 FM to hear Elected Chief Mark Hill's update to the community. If you missed the 3PM show, don't worry you can always tune in with Jukasa Radio 93.5 FM at 4PM to hear the same update! Video recordings of both updates will be posted after the shows. ... No Live Stream will take place today. See more

Elected Chief Mark Hill’s Community Update As at November 20th 2020 With Jukasa Radio 93.5 FM

Safest way to visit this Holiday Season is use your phone to Stay Connected Virtually

From: Healthy 6Nay: Update Re: Indoor/Outdoor Visitation at Iroquois Lodge Date: October 13, 2020... Due to the increased number of cases in the community, Iroquois Lodge has stopped all indoor and outdoor general visits. Essential Visitors will still be permitted as long as they have a negative COVID-19 test in the past two weeks and pass the screening upon entry to the building. We understand that this will be challenging for families and residents. This is a preventative step to continue to keep the home COVID-free. Essential Visitors include: a person performing an essential support service within the Long-Term Care home (i.e. government inspector, contractor, lab technician) or a person visiting a palliative or critically ill resident. This also includes a Designated Caregiver, someone designated by the resident to provide direct care to the resident. In addition, we will increase COVID-19 testing in staff. We have been testing every two weeks since the spring. We will start testing every week effective today. We commit to using virtual methods to support ongoing connections between families and residents. If you wish to book a virtual visit with one of the residents please contact Iroquois Lodge at 519-445-2224. Nya:weh for your support and cooperation! Iroquois Lodge Leadership Team -30- Media Contact: Six Nations of the Grand River Communications Officer [email protected] 519 445 2205 extension 3238 1695 Chiefswood Road, P.O. Box 5000, Ohsweken Ontario N0A1M0

NOTE: The current Ogwadeni:deo Gift Card donation drive is Separate from the Gift Drive Social Services, Ontario Works and Health Services are doing for the XMAS Baskets and Toy Drive for the community Even during this time of Covid-19, Lets all Help Ogwadeni:deo and keep the Magic of the Holiday Season alive for each child on Six Nations and support their Gift Card Donation Drive. Lets keep every child's smile shining a little bit wider when waking up that magical morning.

From Healthy 6Nay: Expanded Emergency Food Support Hours Emergency Food Support will be open Monday, Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00am-3:00pm starting Oct 19, 2020. Please call: 519-717-3402 for more info.

The Holiday Season is coming, Six Nations Child & Family Services wants everyone to help and support the Christmas Baskets Program through their Virtual Yard Sale running from November 19-26, 2020. Your support helps someone have a warmer Christmas. Browse whats to offer at: https://www.facebook.com/Six-Nations-Child-Family-Services-825497527512720

Six Nations Community Member and Mental Health and Addictions Manager Brody Thomas Interview on his COVID-19 Experience

Healthy 6Nay is making available the following resource: Pathfinder Series an information listing about Covid-19 and cancer resources available on the internet that are well researched, reliable and will provide patients and their families with the most accurate and up-to-date information. Websites Cancer and Covid-19 webinar series... https://www.cancer.ca//resources/cancer-and-covid19-webi/ Available from the Canadian Cancer Society, these webinars are presented by expert speakers and include topics such as staying safe, coping, caring for a loved one, and living with added uncertainty and isolation. Cancer Treatment During a Pandemic: How to Stay Safe https://www.mayoclinic.org//covid-19-and-canc/art-20489810 The Mayo Clinic website offers advice on how to prepare for treatment while protecting against infection as well as taking steps to stay healthy. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) People at Increased Risk https://www.cdc.gov//201/need-extra-precautions/index.html This information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides tips on how to stay healthy and reduce your risk. Coronavirus: What People With Cancer Should Know https://www.cancer.gov//coronavirus-cancer-patient-informa The National Cancer Institute answers some frequently asked questions including am I at higher risk?’ and how do I cope? COVID-19 and Cancer Care: Your Safety Matters https://www.cancercareontario.ca//cancer-tr/covid19-cancer This two-page handout from Ontario Health (formerly Cancer Care Ontario) provides advice about tests and treatments, safety measures in hospitals, support, and links to more information. COVID-19 Cancer Patient Support Hub https://covid19oncologyresources.ca/ This website was created by a task force made up of Canadian patient organizations. It offers information and resources about mental health & wellness as well as practical support. Find Support During COVID-19 https://www.ocsa.on.ca/covid-19 The Ontario Community Support Association (OCSA) helps individuals with chronic medical conditions get meals, groceries, medicine and other essentials. They work with Meals on Wheels as well as other partners across the province. How to Support Someone Facing Cancer During COVID-19 https://sarahcannon.com//how-to-support-someone-facing-can This blog post from the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute addresses how cancer patients are being impacted by the pandemic and offers helpful suggestions on how to comfort someone who is facing cancer during this time. Vulnerable Populations and COVID-19 https://www.canada.ca//vulnerable-populations-covid-19.html This Public Health Agency of Canada information outlines who is at high risk and provides suggestions on how organizations can support vulnerable populations.

From Healthy 6Nay: If you are curious about seeking out a Covid-19 Test, please consider taking this self-assessment if you’re worried you were exposed to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) or have symptoms.... You will get a recommendation on what to do next. You can also take it on behalf of someone else. https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/

From Healthy 6Nay here is a NIHB (Non-Insured Health Benefits) Questions and Answers

Message from Six Nations of the Grand River Social Services: If you are in need of support please contact the Six Nations Mobile Crisis Services at 519-445-2204 or toll free at 866-445-2204. Texting support is available Monday Friday from 8:30am 4:00pm. Students and parents are encouraged to reach out to your school social worker or the Youth Life Promotion program at 226-227-9271. Mental Health and Addictions is available to provide support Monday Friday from 8:30am 4:30pm and can be reached at 519-445-2143.

#CFCF Cloth Face Covering Friday’s is back while quantities last at Veteran’s Park Please respect community honour system and only take what you need!... Please also respect physical distancing and wear your face coverings while at the park! Special shout out for the continued donations! Our donators keep this initiative going and for that we thank you Nya:weh To make donations please contact Public Works at 519-445-4242 Stay safe. Stay home. Continue to follow public health guidance

Today Join both Tim Bomberry & Brody Thomas who are both going to share their first hand recollections of contracting then recovering from Covid-19, as we present this series of Covid Recovery Stories. Tim Starts things off on CKRZ 100.3 fm at 11 am and will do so again at 11:30am on Jukasa Radio 93.5fm. Brody will follow at 12pm on Jukasa Radio 93.5fm and wind things up back at CKRZ 100.3 fm at 12:30pm

Confused with the COVID-19 terminology? Check out these case definitions to help clarify when Public Health are reporting updates on COVID-19 stats

For Immediate Release: October 15, 2020 Reminders for Patients of the Healthy 6Nay Six Nations Family Health Team within the Recent Surge of COVID-19 Cases in the Community Ohsweken, ON October 15, 2020: Due to the recent surge of cases in the community during this second wave of COVID-19 and in order to continue to provide primary care to our patients, our operations will further be limited for those able to enter the clinic. ...Continue reading

Mobile Screening Coach will be postponing their visits for October 14th and 21st Community members with booked appointments will be contacted by the Mobile Screening Coach Healthy 6Nay

***SN Assessment Centre Notice*** Road is closed in front of GPA. Main entrance to GPA will not be accessible. Members with appointments for the ... assessment centre are to enter via Lawrence Jonathan Lane. Appointments begin at 9 am. See more

SNGREC Emergency Covid-19 Community Crisis Bulletin - Oct 14, 2020 with Chief Mark B. Hill & Health Director Lori Davis Hill Transcript:...Continue reading