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By Rodney Nahwegahbow,
Chief of Police
UCCM ANISHNAABE POLICE IS A pro-
gressive First Nation Police
Service established in 1995,
which provides policing
services to six member
First Nations Communi-
ties of the U.C.C.M.M.
Tribal Council on Manito-
ulin Island. With a total of
18 sworn ofcers, 4 Peace-
keepers and 5 civilian staf,
the UCCM Anishnaabe
Police delivers a proactive
and culturally sensitive
policing service.
Guided by the UCCM
Police Service Commission,
a governing body which is
represented by the member
First Nations, the UCCM
An i s h n a a b e
Police delivers
effective and
efcient policing
while protecting
the communities
they serve in a
culturally sensi-
tive manner.
I n 2010
UCCM Anish-
naabe Police
reclassified the
duties of the
UCCM Police
Ofender Trans-
port Ofcers and
it became known
as the UCCM
An i s h n a a b e
Pe a c e k e e p e r
Unit. Tis was
in response to
the increased
demands for
community services, justice integration
and other community programs. Te need
for inmate escort duties continues, but the
UCCM Police pur-
sued the long term
objective of benefts
of proactive policing.
Although proactive
policing is not a new
concept, UCCM
Police believe it
comes naturally for
members of its new
Peacekeeper Unit.
Pe a c e k e e p e r ,
Victor Pitawanak-
wat, the longest
standing member of
the UCCM Anish-
naabe Peacekeeper
Unit, joined the
service in January 2005
under a program
initiated for the
Manitoulin Joint
Forces Ofender
Transport Agree-
ment. Tat part-
nership is still in
place today and
is an agreement
between the
Manitoulin OPP,
Wikwemikong
Tribal Police
and the UCCM
Police Services.
Te mandate of
the Manitoulin
Ofender Trans-
port Unit is the
safe escort of
inmates to and
from District Jail
in Sudbury to
court on Mani-
toulin Island.
During a recent visit with Peacekeep-
er Pitawanakwat he explained his prior-
ities is being a grandfather and spending
time with his
grandchildren.
Other passions
include learning
traditional cere-
monies, dancing
as a traditional
dancer and now
to be attending
his third Sun
Dance teaching
this summer
i n Ot t awa.
Being a tradi-
tional dancer
has hel ped
Pe ac e ke e pe r
Pitawanakwat
represent the
UCCM Police
at the local
pow-wows in a
more effective
and cultural way
and thats some-
thing he takes pride in.
Peacekeeper Pitawanakwat has witnessed
frsthand the impacts that addictions and
violence has on the First Nations people
and readily admitted his desire to help.
His career moved naturally in the direc-
tion of Community Programs and cultural
awareness as a means of reaching the youth.
Since additional Peacekeepers were hired,
Peacekeeper Pitawanakwat has shared drug
awareness education with other Peacekeep-
ers in programs such as Walking the Path
Program and Drug and Alcohol Resistance
Education Program (D.A.R.E).
When Peacekeeper Pitawanakwat was
asked how he was infuenced in a posi-
tive way by the people in confict with the
law he said, Im not one to judge anybody
because I didnt walk in their shoes. I
would rather listen and it feels good to hear
from them how my listening helped break
the stereo-types often placed on police.
Pe a c e ke e pe r
Pitawanakwat
also feels there
is a need in his
role to help
guide the youth
through cultural
ceremonies such
as sweats and
other cultural
events. He also
expressed his
gratitude for
the partnerships
and opportuni-
ties arranged
through the
U C C M M
Co mmu n i t y
Justi ce Pro-
gram which has
allowed him to
work with youth
who have been
in confict with
the law.
Te UCCM Anishnaabe Peacekeeper
Unit has helped address the lack of police
and community programming but the lack
of specifc funding in the existing police
agreements continues to place First Nation
Police at a disadvantage.
Te work for the Peacekeepers has only
begun; the impact of teaching the youth
today is a way of reaching the future.
Although the primary responsibilities of
Ofender Transport continue today, the
UCCM Anishnaabe Peacekeeper Unit
has dedicated their eforts to better serve
their communities in the new innovative
way that promotes culture, community and
restorative justice.
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United Chiefs
Councils
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Peacekeeper Victor Pitawanakwat in his
traditional outft
Special Constable Pitawanakwat engaging
youth in traditional flleting of fsh.
Peacekeeper Victor
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CONCERNS FOR PEOPLE who are challenged by mental
health and addictions issues and the access they have to
local services are what drive this project forward. It is not
so much that community members do not know what
services exist, but for reasons that are all their own, they
do not access them. Sometimes, this can be frustrating for
those ofering services; however, it is not about a particular
agency or service provider. What it is about is creating
services that will be used by those who need them most.
Tis is a Systems Change approach. Tis approach dictates
that Systemic changes (or more simply - the way we do
things) are the focus of change in order to meet the needs
of the people versus expecting people to change in order
to ft the system! We are doing this in a couple of ways
Inclusion of youth and young adult voices (ages 16-24)
and Elders and traditional knowledge keepers in the
planning and development of programs and services
in an advisory capacity for Maamwi Naadamadaa.
Youth Rep postings were put out at the beginning of
May 2014 with an application deadline of May 28/14.
Planning and delivery of services from a Cul-
turally restorative perspective holistic approaches
that encompass a proactive approach to offering
and providing services to those who need it most
(identified as acute and/or elevated risk) through
the implementation of a Hub of Services. The
Hub service providers and resources will come from
UCCMM affiliate services such as:
Education Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute
Child and Family Services Kina Gbezhgomi
Child and Family Services
Health Noojmowin Teg, Mnaamodzawin,
MChigeeng
Policing UCCM Police Service
Justice UCCM Justice
Culture UCCMM Lands and Resources, Te
Elders Council and Te Ojibway Cultural Founda-
tion
Mnidoo Mnising Employment and Training
Community and Provider focus group discussions
will be held over the summer. Please watch for more
information so you can learn more about this and
ofer your input.
Cross-Sectorial Capacity Building Initiative We
know that often, by the time someone is ready to get
help for mental health and addictions issues, they have
been sufering for a long time. Tis is due in large part
to the stigma around mental health issues. However,
sometimes people have reached out but they were not
helped in the way they needed. Tat is why we have
established the Mnidoo Mnising Child and Youth
Services Providers Network. Tis network includes
people who work in our communities in health, rec-
reation, child and family services, housing, justice
and youth services as administrators, managers, youth
workers, mental health clinicians, probation ofcers,
case managers, elders, school counselors, nurses etc.,
so that regardless of where people go for services,
they will be helped and guided to the right path for
the right services.
For more information or to discuss your ideas, please feel
free to give me a call or send me an email.
Miigwech.
Daughness Migwans, Gwekwaadziwin Project Coor-
dinator
UCCMM Tribal Council Ofce,
MChigeeng, ON
P0P 1G0
PH # 705-377-5307
Email: dmigwans@uccmm.ca
Check out our website at www.uccmm.ca
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IM GUESSING THAT air to air heat recovery maintenance
may not be on your to-do list for the season, but it probably
should be.
Your furnace flters need to be changed or cleaned every
month. You clean your dryer lint trap regularly, those dust
bunnies in your refrigerator and freezer coils need regular
control--every appliance that moves air can get plugged with
dust, lint, animal hair, and all manner of other airborne goo.
Your HRV, is not an excep-
tion to this rule of appliance
maintenance.
HRV EXCHANGER
FUNCTION
Heat Recovery Ventilator
(HRV) act as heat exchang-
ers to pull stale air out of your
home and bring fresh air back
into your home, all while
moving the thermal energy
from the outgoing air stream
and depositing that energy
into the incoming stream.
Te HRV allow us to have
fresh air in our homes eco-
nomically.
Te positive efects of a working HRV will address window
moisture issues to vanish, cooking smells lingering in homes
for a couple of hours rather than for days, and the whole house
will feel more comfortable and less drafty.
In order for your HRV to run smoothly it will
require a little TLC.
CLEANING AND HEAT RECOVERY VENTI-
LATOR (HRV)
Cleaning our HRV air exchange core was pretty
simple. Following the manual that came with our
unit, but you can easily vacuum the inside of the
cabinet and remove the
heat exchanger core and
air flters.
Te core and air fl-
ters are cleaned in a tub
of warm water, and then
get a rinse with fresh
water and a few hours
in the sun to dry. Te
two outside intake and
exhaust vents must also
be cleaned to ensure the
units runs in balance.
Reassembling the
whole takes less than a
minute.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
Be sure to follow the manufacturer cleaning instructions
for your make and model.
Some heat exchange cores may not be approved for water
submersion and will need to be cleaned another way.
HRVs drain lines and desiccant wheel must be cleaned
and be free of debris as recommended by your specifc man-
ufacturer.
KTEI Annual General Meeting July 30, 2014
Youth Service Providers from Mnidoo Mnising and neighbouring communities who participated in training
Self-Injury Behaviour in Youth Issues and Strategies on May 5 and 6th, 2014 in MChigeeng. Partners include
Noojmowin Teg Health Centre and Raising the Spirit Mental Wellness Team.
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The United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising in partnership with
Raising the Spirit Mental Wellness Team and Noojmowin Teg Health
Centre is pleased to present 2 training and capacity building events for
Summer 2014!
SERVICE PROVIDER TRAINING TOPICS:
June 24
th
, 2014 Substance Abuse and Youth Creating
opportunities for Change (1 day)
June 25
th
, 2014 Gender and Sexual dentity in Youth (1
day)
LOCATION: Mnidoo Mnising (Specifics to be determined)
Training materials and luncheon provided.
There is no cost to individual workers/service providers within the
appropriate catchment area.
For more information please contact: Daughness Migwans, UCCMM Gwekwaadziwin
Project Coordinator at 705-377-5307 or dmigwans@uccmm.ca
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 15, 2014
Seating is limited. Please register as soon as possible.
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Tere has been a growing need for train-
ing under the OSPSA (Ontario Society for
the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), with
increased calls and public awareness.
In early May 2014, OSPCA provided
training to the frontline police constables
to enhance their training to help identify
animals in distress. Growing needs for this
issue have increased and this important
training will assist ofcers in utilizing cer-
tain statutes as they pertain to the preven-
tion of cruelty to animals. OSPCA always
stresses education before enforcement.
It was a great opportunity to build a rela-
tionship with the OSPCA.
NEW OPERATIONAL SERGEANT
Te UCCM Police is proud to announce
a newly appointed Operational Sergeant.
Operational Sergeant Brad Mack started
on his new role on May 1st, 2014. Tis
will mean that UCCM Police will now
have three Sergeants, which will include
Operational Sergeant, Brad Mack, Sergeant
Heather Debassige and Sergeant Kelly
Endanawas (frontline supervisors).
Sergeant Mack will work to address
improved supervision and operational
capacities of our police service. He will
supervise and coordinate activities of
frontline ofcers and personnel engaged in
providing services within the police service.
Tis position will also allow Sergeant Mack
to engage in more community policing;
foster public and media relations and to
manage and investigate public complaints.
Be sure to stop in and congratulate Ser-
geant Brad Mack on his new position!
SYSTEMS COORDINATOR
Also, in our efort to provide addition-
al support to the frontline police ofcers,
UCCM Police are implementing a new
data entry position. Tis position will
involve transcribing notes to the Police
Records Management System (RMS), as
well as continuing with the completion of
Criminal Reference and Vulnerable Sector
Screening Checks.
Robin George will move into the data
entry position. She is very familiar with the
RMS system and we are confdent she will
assist the frontline ofcers greatly, while
allowing them to have more patrolling time
in the communities.
RECEPTIONIST
To allow Robin to move into this new
role, UCCM Police Service has hired a new
Receptionist. Ms. Ann Ziegler will be
starting her new position on June 2, 2014.
Ann is a very positive person who comes
highly recommended! She brings a great
deal of administrative experience. Be sure
to welcome her as well.
ANDREW DEBASSIGE, A member of
the MChigeeng First Nation was recent-
ly hired as a Community Student Con-
stable. Andrew started his employment
with the UCCM Police Service on May
12, 2014 through the Targeted Wage
Subsidy Program with
the MChigeeng First
Nation Local Delivery
Mechanism.
Te Targeted Wage
Subsidy Program is
designed to provide
on-the-job training for
members who encoun-
ter employment barriers
and to provide opportu-
nities for these individ-
uals to enter their pre-
ferred labour force. Te
MChigeng L.D.M.
provides a subsidy to
create employment and
enhance employability
by providing fnancial
assistance up to 75%
of wage rates, benefts,
and/or training costs.
Andrews duties will include, assisting
the police organization in successfully
meeting its vision of community wellness
through creating partnerships, linkages.
As well as working closely with the Peace-
keeper Unit, building relationships with
community partners and building trust
with both ofenders and victims within
a cultural context. Lastly, is to encourage
and support the use of
available service pro-
viders and use of cul-
tural resources to help
build healthier and
safer communities for
the long term.
Andrew is a recent
graduate of the Police
Foundations Program
through Canadore
College and also
attended the Canadian
Armed Forces Black
Bear Program. He is
looking forward to the
experience with UCCM
Anishnaabe Police as
this is his desired career
choice. With his energy
and positivity, he will
defnitely be an asset to the UCCM Police
Service Team!
Anishinabemowin Immersion Program - Fall 2014
KTEI
GRADUATION
JUNE 26th!
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Andrew Debassige, UCCM
Anishinaabe Police's newest
member: Communty Student
Constable
Brad Mack, UCCM Anishinaabe Police
Service's new Operational Sergeant.
Robin George, UCCM Anishinaabe
Police Service's new Systems
Coordinator.
Ann Ziegler, UCCM Anishinaabe Police
Service's new Receptionist.
Operations Sergeant Brad Mack (left), and Chief of Police Rodney Nahwegahbow
(right), thank OSPCA Representative for recent training on prevention of cruelty to
animals.
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BOY, IT WAS A LONG cold winter, Im
sure that we are all glad to put behind us.
Te seniors
are looking
forward to
the warm
s u m m e r
m o n t h s .
Our pro-
gram has
been busy
p l a n n i n g
socials for
the seniors for the upcoming months. Each
community will be hosting a social, which
provides an opportunity for the seniors to
socialize and interact
with their neighbour-
ing communities.
We had 2 socials
already for this year. On
April 17th, the PSWs
put together a colour-
ful, Hawaiian Social at
Aundeck Omni Kaning
Elders Centre. Te
hall was nicely decorat-
ed with Hawaiian fare: palm trees, torch-
es, colourful fruits and cocktails flled the
room. Everyone in attendance (27 in total)
was in Hawaiian attire with leis, straw hats
and grass
skirts that
swayed to
the music.
They had
so much
fun playing
the relay
type games.
The first
station was
a Hawaiian word search, and the 2 teams
that found the most words, got to move
to the next station, which was the fip fop
toss (this game really
brought on lots of
laughter). After this
station was complet-
ed, they moved on to
the Hula Hoops (you
cannot have a Hawai-
ian party without hula
hoops). Tis was a
little tricky for them,
but they did attempt to
try and shake their hips to keep the hula
hoops from falling. Te fnal station was
the scavenger hunt they really got into
this as they looked like little kids search-
ing for candy. Te seniors
showed great sportsman-
ship. After the games they
were ready to sit down and
dine, to satisfy their taste
buds with a meal prepared
by the PSWs. Tis was a
wonderful and colourful
event to welcome spring.
Te second social was
hosted by Sheguiandah,
on May 13, 2014. It was
an extra special day because
we were Honouring the
Moms from each com-
munity. Even the weather, a big downpour
of rain, couldnt keep the seniors away. We
had 32 seniors who were ready to party and
socialize. Tey played bingo, however not
your usual style of bingo, this game had a
twist to it, as they used a deck of cards to
play. Eleanor Debassige, Diabetes Educa-
tor, was also on hand to demonstrate simple
ball exercises that were geared for seniors,
such as: proper sitting posture, and ankle
and hand exercises. Te fnal game played
was a memory game which is a good exer-
cise for the brain (mental aerobics). Te
object of the game is to memorize items
that were put on a tray (we
had 21 items) and write down
as many of the items as pos-
sible. Tis is a great memory
exercise that can be played
anytime with your grand-
children. After the games,
everyone was ready for a deli-
cious meal that was prepared
by the PSWs. Once again, the
PSWs did an awesome job in
preparing the meal to satisfy
everyones appetite. In the
end, the Moms were pre-
sented with colourful carna-
tions to take home with them. Te smiles
on their faces, was evidence that this was
another successful social.
Keep an eye out for posters of our upcom-
ing events! Te next social will be hosted by
Whitefsh River on June 17th. Other dates
to remember are: July 17th - the Annual
Elders Picnic at Serpent River, and then
on August 20th, we will be celebrating our
5th Soaring Trough the Years Symposium.
Now that the Canada-wide Measles
Outbreak has spread very close to home, it
is very important that everyone ensures that
they and their families are fully vaccinated
against this very contagious and potentially
serious illness.
If you have had Measles disease, or were
born before 1970, (i.e. prior to the measles
vaccine being widely available) it is pre-
sumed that you were exposed to the measles
virus, also known as wild measles, either
from getting ill yourself with the measles,
or having contact with someone else who
had the measles. Both of these scenari-
os would have stimulated your immune
system to develop antibodies against the
illness, which should give you protection
if you were in contact with the virus again.
For those born after 1970, it is recom-
mended that you
receive 2 MMR
injections (which
contain all 3 Mea-
sles, Mumps &
Rubella antigens in
one small injection).
Normal practice is
that the frst MMR
not be given until a
baby is 12 months
old, however if a
baby is believed to
have been exposed to Measles, or at risk of
being exposed the shot can be given as early
as 9 months. Prior to August of 2011, the
second MMR was given at 18 months, but
since Aug. 2011 it is
now routinely given
at 4-6 years. It is
advised strongly that
these shots be given
as close to the 4 year
birthday as possible
to get these young
children protected
as early as possible.
If you are unsure
whether or not
you have had your
2 MMRs, please contact a Community
Health Nurse at your health centre or
other Health Care Provider, and review
your immunization history with them. If
your immunization history is not known,
and you were born after 1970, then it is
advised to begin the MMR series as soon
as possible.
For more information on Measles, please
see Public Health Agency of Canada web-
site: www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/im/vpd-mev/
measles-rougeole-eng.php
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Helen Risteen
Community Health Nurse
Mnaamodzawin Health Services
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Te dandelion might
be the most plentiful and
easily found edible plant
in our area, if you can be
assured that they are free
from pesticide. Young
leaves, fowers, and the
unopened fower buds of
dandelions are excellent
for cooking. Soy sauce
compliments the natural
taste of dandelion leaves quite well. Te fower buds and fowers are much less bitter
than the leaves, and are well suited for stir frying. Roots are best when collected in
spring/autumn, peeled, sliced and cooked in 2 changes of water with a pinch of baking
soda. Roots can be roasted as a cofee substitute.
Te best part of cooking with dandelions is having a seemingly endless supply in
the back yard. A serving of dandelion greens contains the same amount of calcium
as half a cup of milk. Tey are also rich in vitamin A, C, E, and B-complex, as well
as iron, calcium and potassium.
DANDELION FRITTERS RECIPE
4 cups of fresh picked (washed) dandelion fowers
2 cups four
2 eggs
2 cups milk
Mix the milk, four and eggs and beat until blended well.
Warm some olive oil in a skillet on the stove (keep at
medium heat).
Holding the underneath of the fowers, dip into the batter
until totally covered in the fritter batter then place into
skillet, fower side down. (you can keep part of the stem
on for the kids to enjoy as a holding stick)
Once they are brown, fip and brown the other side. If need
be, continue fipping until the batter coating is light brown.
Remove from oil and allow excess oil to soak onto a towel
or paper towel.
Eat plain or drizzle
with maple syrup, honey,
or even roll them in icing
sugar while they are still
warm.
Be creative add your
favourite spices or herbs to
the fritter batter!
By Kelly Crawford
MCHIGEENG FIRST NATION - Kenjgewin
Teg Educational Institute celebrated their
20th anniversary on May 29, 2014.
Our vision is to inspire students
to fnd their gifts to succeed in the
world. Today we train upwards of
150 students a year whether it is
full-time or part-time, post-sec-
ondary or training opportunities,
explained Stephanie Roy, Kenjgewin
Teg Educational Institute Executive
Director. We are dedicated to life-
long learning by providing Anishi-
naabe community-based approach
to education, training and business
support services and opportunities.
Our student success means not only
our communities success, not only
Manitoulin Islands success but our
Nations success. We believe our
children will be continuing on and
holding the torch to the realization
of nationhood.
Master of Ceremonies, Chris
Pheasant, entertained the over 135
participants by facilitating a gath-
ering full of laughter and emotion.
During the celebration, current and past
students shared some of their experiences
at KTEI.
Ive been a successful student for 4 years
and for that I would to say Chi-Miigwetch to
all the staf and my mentors along the way!
Tese were words from Cyndil Corbiere.
who has successfully graduated from the
high school program, Native Early Child-
hood Education program, and the pilot frst
year university Transitions program.
I am not even from this community and
I felt as home when coming into KTEI.
Anytime I have needed to talk to anyone,
KTEI Elder Josh Eshkawkogan was always
there for me, said Dante Danville, of
Sheshegwaning First Nation.
I am proud to say I am a student at
KTEI. To me KTEI stands for kindness.
Tey treat everyone involved with kindness,
said Kristan Panamick.
Before I wasnt able to live and be who I
wanted to be. I found out that life is a beauti-
ful journey, commented Sheldon Migwans.
We are celebrating the 20th anniversa-
ry of KTEI but the work to establish this
organization started much earlier, maybe as
early as 1980 or 1970. Te frst band oper-
ated school in Ontario was MChigeeng,
explained one of KTEI founding members,
Lewis Debassige. Debassige shared his con-
tribution to the development and nurturing
of a system based on best practices. We have
people good enough and qualifed enough to
teach our own people our way.
Debassige was one of seven original
founders that were recognized. Founders
included: Mr. Herman Green, Mrs. Jean
McGregor-Andrews, Mr. Donald Cada,
Mrs. Carlene Assinewai, Ms. Marie
Eshkibok, Mr. Lewis Debassige and
the late Ms. Beatrice George.
We have to shape our own edu-
cation. Te kind of education that
our young people need, said Chief
Joe Hare, MChigeeng First Nation.
We saw young people here today
that are taking anishinaabemowin
immersion. I am so glad to be here.
To the youth, utilize thisuse
our education places. I support
anything and everything you are
doing, said Deputy Grand Chief
Glen Hare.
In addition to the recognition of
founding members, acknowledge-
ment of the dedicated current Board
of Directors and sharing of student
success stories took place. The
KTEI current Board of Directors
includes: Chairperson Anna-Ma-
rie Abitong (Sagamok Anishnaw-
bek), Carlene Assinewai (Aundek
Omni Kaning First Nation), Kevin
Mossip (Zhiibaahaasing First Nation),
Carol Aguonie (Shequiandah First Nation),
Charles Shawanda (Whitefsh River First
Nation), Ken Neegan (Constance Lake First
Nation), Tammy Hardwick (Sheshegwan-
ing First Nation) and Charlene Corbiere
(MChigeeng First Nation).
Additional 20th anniversary celebration
activities included raising the Anishinabek
Nation fag, creation of KTEI family tree,
KTEI Tour and a celebratory round dance.
Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute is gov-
erned by a Board of Directors consisting
of eight First Nation community repre-
sentatives in the Manitoulin-North shore
area and is centrally located in MChigeeng
First Nation on Manitoulin Island Mnidoo
Mnising. In the Ojibwe language, Kenjge-
win Teg means a place of knowledge.
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William Antoine (Zhiibaahaasing First Nation), Jean McGregor-Andrews (Whitefsh River First Nation),
Don Cada (Sheshegwaning First Nation), Anna Marie Abitong (Sagamok Anishnawbek), Chief Joe Hare
(MChigeeng First Nation) and Lewis Debassige (MChigeeng First Nation).
KTEI Round Circle and the raising of the Anishinabek Nation fag.
MMAK Students listen attentively to the speakers. Front: Brian Bisson & Giiwednong
Fox Back: Niomi Tomaselli, Sara Marie Wassegijig & Preston Riberdy
Kristan Panamick, KTEI student alumni,
addresses the audience, thanking KTEI
staf for supporting her.
Chief Joe Hare addresses the crowd.
Chris Pheasant did a wonderful job as MC
for the event.
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By Kelly Crawford
MCHIGEENG FIRST NATION - Kenjge-
win Teg Educational Institute hosted an
Earth Day Teach-in on April 22, 2014.
Use teachings every day to protect
resources. We as people have to be vocal
about the importance of water, explained
Josh Eshkawkogan, KTEI Elder in Resi-
dence.
Shkagamikwe Gbasen Miginaa Wii
Naadmaagaasad Mother Earth Needs Our
Help! was the focus for the teach-in that
opened a dialogue on the importance of
our relationship with Mother Earth, myths
and truths about fracking, and our spiritual
connection to land.
Guest Speakers included Josh Esh-
kawkogan (KTEI Elder in Residence),
Gordon Waindubence (KTEI Traditional
Knowledge Faculty Member) Art Jacko
(UCCMM Lands and Resource Manag-
er), Mike Wilton (President Algonquin
Eco Watch Group), and Shirley Cheechoo
(Internationally Acclaimed Filmmaker and
Artist). Te free open event brought in just
over 70 participants to discuss the poten-
tially devastating impacts of industry on
Mother Earth.
Lets not frack around with it! Water is
our most precious heritage, explained Mike
Wilton, Algonquin ECO Watch Group.
Te whole island is potential as far as
fracking is concerned. Dont let anyone tell
you that Manitoulin Island is at no risk for
fracking. Wilton explained that fracking
damages ground water, If we damage the
ground water, we have nothing.
Lakeview Grade 8 Teacher Connie Free-
man asked, Is there a safe way to frack?
Wilton responded, I dont believe there is.
I would have to be convinced of this so
in a word, no.
Teach-In participant and Lakeview stu-
dent Cassandra Bisson commented, Te
whole of Manitoulin Island is basical-
ly frackable. Bisson feels it is important
for students to learn about these issues so
they can help to make change. If we have
knowledge we can share with our parents. If
we know a lot about it we can do something
about it.
Shirley Cheechoo shared a screening of
her flm, Pikutiskwaau (Mother Earth)
Te flm inspired and connected with all
participants. I am so impressed. It is a mes-
sage that needs to be heard, commented
Jeannette Corbiere Lavell.
Cheechoo spoke to the crowd in a ques-
tion and answer period leaving a clear mes-
sage of the flm, If only we would love this
earth like we love our mothers healing
would begin. In the documentary flm
Pikutiskwaau, Cree Elders share stories
from their ancestors for future generations.
Te flm teaches us that lessons should all
come under the guidance of Mother Earth.
In the flm, Mother Earth is appreciated for
taking care of us. She feeds us and gives
us medicine. She warms us, and gives us
strength, both physically and spiritually,
(Pikutiskwaau, Shirley Cheechoo).
Shirley Cheechoo's presentation was so
awesome! Straight from the heart, I just
loved it! said Roxanne Corbiere, MChi-
geeng First Nation.
Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute is
governed by a Board of Directors consisting
of eight First Nation community represen-
tatives in the Manitoulin-North shore area
and is centrally located in MChigeeng First
Nation on Manitoulin Island Mnidoo
Mnising. In the Ojibwe language, Ken-
jgewin Teg means a place of knowledge.
For more information please visit us at
www.ktei.net.
By Kelly Crawford
MCHIGEENG FIRST NATION - Students
from Lakeview School (MChigeeng First
Nation), Shawanosowe School (Whitefsh
River First Nation), St. Josephs Anishnabek
School (Sheshegwan-
ing First Nation) and
Biidaaban Kinoomagega-
mik (Sagamok Anishnaw-
bek) proudly displayed
over 30 exhibits/ booths at
the KTEI Regional Her-
itage Fair on May 5, 2014
at Lakeview School in
MChigeeng First Nation.
I dance for my grandpar-
ents, my health and my
ftness, explained Avery
Sutherland, Shawanosowe
School, Whitefsh River
First Nation. Sutherland
along with classmates Ava
Owl and Carter McGre-
gor were winners of the
Founder Award for their project on tradi-
tional dance.
I am really impressed with the quality of
projects and how knowledgeable the stu-
dents are, explained Wayne Hugli, Ontario
Heritage Fair Association Ontario Coordi-
nator. When they are looking for a topic
they often choose something close to home.
Hugli believes that connection to self and
topic is key. Tey learn about themselves.
Tis is an opportunity to share their story.
Connection to family and community
inspire topics but the sharing of this knowl-
edge empowers the students to have a better
understanding of self.
Also Winner of the Founders Award,
Dallas Corbiere and Caleb Blackbird
(Lakeview School in MChigeeng First
Nation) decided to share their knowledge
on Maple Syrup. We knew a lot about it.
It is in our heritage. I have my own sugar
bush so I could use my knowledge. Cor-
biere and Blackbird developed a yakit video
describing the process of maple syrup as an
addition to their project.
Multicultural History Society Award win-
ners, Sarah Migwans-Bayer and Caiylee
Ense (Lakeview School, MChigeeng First
Nation) focussed their project on the res-
idential school system, It is intergenera-
tional. It is still afecting us. If we werent
sent to residential schools we wouldnt be
speaking English.
Topics ranged from personal connection
to the students connection to knowledge.
Jenna Visitor, Whitefsh River First Nation,
focussed her project on Ancient Egypt. I
decided to choose Ancient Egypt because
I wanted to learn about hieroglyphics and
inventions.
Te following were award recipients
Best Overall Exhibit Tara Hoppe, Lakev-
iew School
Ontario Womens History Network Julian
Trudeau, Biidaaban School
Archives of Ontario Award Oha Cada &
Niihge McLeod, Lakeview School
Genealogical Society Award Trinity
Simon & Josephine Sagon
Multicultural History Society Award Cai-
ylee Ense & Sarah Migwans-Bayer, Lakev-
iew School
Historical Thinking Award Leanne
McGregor, Shawanosowe School
Library Association Award Jenna Visitor,
Shawanosowe School
Reading and Remembrance Award
Nathan Bush & Joel Trudeau, Lakeview
School
Historical Society Award Sterling
McGregor, Shawanosowe School
Founders Award Tori Toulouse, Sha-
wanosowe School
Founders Award Caleb Blackbird &
Dallas Corbiere, Lakeview School
Founders Award Ava
Owl, Avery Sutherland &
Carter McGregor, Sha-
wanosowe School
Te Heritage Fairs Pro-
gram is a multi-media
initiative developed to
increase public awareness
and interest in Canadian
history. Across the prov-
ince of Ontario there are
16 fairs taking place. Te
KTEI Fair at Lakeview
School in MChigeeng
First Nation was the only
one on Manitoulin Island.
Coordinated by the First
Nation Student Success
Program through KTEI,
this Regional Fair provides an opportunity
to showcase student success.
Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute is
governed by a Board of Directors consisting
of eight First Nation community represen-
tatives in the Manitoulin-North shore area
and is centrally located in MChigeeng First
Nation on Manitoulin Island Mnidoo
Mnising. In the Ojibwe language, Ken-
jgewin Teg means a place of knowledge.
For more information on the KTEI
Regional Heritage Fair please contact Evan
Farquhar, FNSSP Data Management and
Logistics Coordinator at FNSSPData@
ktei.net
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Dr. Shirley Cheechoo, Internationally Acclaimed Filmmaker and Artist, answers
questions about her flm, Pikutiskwaau (Mother Earth during the Q & A at KTEI's
Spring Teach-In.
Ava Owl, Carter McGregor & Avery Sutherland,
(Shawanosowe School, Whitefsh River First Nation) -
winners of the Founder Award.
Multicultural History Society Award winners, - Caiylee
Ense & Sarah Migwans-Bayer (Lakeview School,
MChigeeng First Nation).
By Evan Farquhar
SAGAMOK Over 110 students from Sha-
wanosowe School (Whitefsh River First
Nation), St. Josephs School (Sheshegwan-
ing First Nation) and Biidaaban Kinoom-
agegamik (Sagamok Anishnawbek) proud-
ly displayed over 60 exhibits/ booths at the
KTEI FNSSP Science Fair on May 15,
2014 at Biidaaban School in Sagamok First
Nation.
It was easy to see that students were
excited to share their projects with students,
teachers and judges, explained numeracy
resource teacher Christine Hodgins. It was
evident that students were learning from
each other and becoming more invested
in their own learning. Tis event allowed
students to research science projects while
inspiring students to apply their own cre-
ative twists to really make the projects their
own. Te students were very excited to
display their projects.
Te exhibits were judged on the follow-
ing criteria; initial visual appeal, demon-
stration of science knowledge and skills,
originality and approach, explanation of
project and efort. Te exhibits covered a
wide range of scientifc topics such as: the
forces of nature, plants and wildlife, elec-
tricity, gravity, object density, bacteria and
states of matter.
I felt the Biidaabiin Science Fair was
a great success claims Ms. Beth Linder,
Special Education Resource Teacher from
Shawanosowe School. Our students spoke
about all the interesting projects they were
exposed to and the other pleasant students
they met during the day! Te atmosphere
was orderly and spacious for touring the
complex and for asking exhibitors to
explain their projects. I encouraged my
students to branch out, introduce them-
selves and ask questions so they can start
thinking about what they might do next
year. I tried to plant the seed of enthusiasm.
It was rewarding to see our students show-
ing their research and hard work to others
with pride! To top it of, the students were
served hot pizza and drinks for lunchit
was two thumbs up from Shawanosowe
School!
Each participant received a custom cer-
tifcate of participation as well as a white
pine tree seedling from the Manitoulin
Stewardship Council. Te students were
excited to bring these trees home and to
plant them and seemed to align well with
the theme of the day.
Te following were award recipients for
best overall science exhibits:
Primary Division (Kindergarten to grade
three)
Grade two Shawanosowe student
Ira Paibomsai for his Ironman Ira-Man
exhibit
Grade three Biidaaban students
Ameerah Eshkakogan and Preston Bennett
for their Balloon Magic exhibit
Junior Division (Grade four to grade six)
Grade four Shawanosowe stu-
dents Ava Owl and Avery Sutherland for
their Solids into Liquids
exhibit
Grade f our
Biidaaban students Jacin-
ta Eshkakogan and Cebar
Chiblow for their Is it
true? exhibit
Intermediate Division
(Grades seven and eight)
Grade eight
Biidaaban student Cecile
Eshkawkogan for her
McDonalds Cheese-
burger exhibit
Grade seven
Biidaaban student Grant
Stonefsh for his Cutting
down landslides exhibit
Grade seven
Biidaaban students Roman Manitowabi
and Jibreel Boukhobza for their Sim
exhibit
Tis is the third year that the FNSSP
program through Kenjgewin Teg Educa-
tional Institute has organized the Science
Fair. It has grown in popularity as the ini-
tial years had roughly only 30 participants
to 113 from three diferent First Nation
schools.
Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institute
is governed by a Board of Directors con-
sisting of eight First Nation community
representatives in the Manitoulin-North
shore area and is centrally located in
MChigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin
Island Mnidoo Mnising. In the Ojibwe
language, Kenjgewin Teg means a place
of knowledge.
For more information on the KTEI Sci-
ence Fair please contact Evan Farquhar,
FNSSP Data Management and Logistics
Coordinator at FNSSPData@ktei.net
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Hi! My name is Dante, former AIMS
Graduate and soon to be, GED
Graduate, as well!
I've always regretted not getting my
high school diploma, but, in order to
get a high school
diploma, you must
actually attend
high school!! It
also involves
hard work,
perseverance,
learning, studying,
and sacrifce.
Having a strong
support team is
important as well;
something that I
felt was missing
and ultimately
caused me to
rebel against the
system.
As the story goes, I lost focus early on;
grade seven to be precise. I had pretty
much given up on learning, and with
very little guidance to help me get back
on track, I decided that maybe, school
wasn't for me. Instead, I thought that
going west at the age of sixteen to
work on the oil rigs was a better ft. I'd
make lots of money and I'd be set for
life. I wouldn't have to worry about my
education. However, when that didn't
pan out, I found myself going from job
to dead-end job, all the while feeling
I was going down the wrong path.
Something was missing. I was at "the
crossroads." I needed to re-evaluate my
life without an education.
The turning point in my life came
about on a day like any other day.
I was dropping a student of at the
O.C.F., which, at the time, was hosting
a new program through KTEI which
was dubbed "The AIMS Program." At
the time, I really had no idea what the
program was all about, but with time
on my hands, I felt that I should at least
investigate what was being ofered. The
moment I walked through the door I
felt a real sense of belonging. I felt that
I had just arrived home. The staf gave
me such a warm welcome! All around
me were the smiling faces of others,
like myself, who were also looking
to fnd their way. At that moment, I
decided that this was the program for
me.
I followed through with the AIMS
program and was feeling really good
about myself and my accomplishments.
Once the program ended I jumped into
another course. It wasn't really a ft but I
felt I could build up a skill set for future
employment. It wasn't long before I
fell into my old pattern of giving up
and making excuses. I quit that course
before I fnished it, leaving me at
another crossroads. I said to
Myself, "Now where do I go?" Then
one day, as I was driving past KTEI on
my bus run to
Lakeview
School, I noticed
a message board
that advertised,
"Get Your GED in
6 Weeks!" After
dropping of the
students, I came
back to look into
it further. I came
out a registered
GED student!
I have to admit
that at frst I found
the course a bit
overwhelming
as it was a short time to cover so much
material. I hadn't touched a workload
like that since 1979 and some of it I
hadn't even seen before! I wanted to
quit. It was what I did. It was what I
learned to do early on. I didn't believe
in myself. But, what made all the
diference was that the elders, the
staf, and my fellow students believed
in me. They said, "You can do it! Don't
quit!" Thankfully, KTEI is an institution
that wants to see you succeed and the
staf will do everything in their power
to make sure you have all the tools
required to help you fnd success in
whatever feld you choose to pursue.
At this point, I am one step away from
my goal of obtaining my GED! What has
this journey taught me that I can share
with you? Dont give up; the beginning
is always the hardest! You have to
focus! If you can conceive in your mind
what you want to achieve, all you have
to do is believe in yourself, and that
really is the key to achieving success. Of
course, there is a certain amount of fear
involved. Now, how do we conquer that
fear? Well, I found the answer to that
on Facebook. Fear has two meanings:
"Forget Everything And Run!" or "Face
Everything And Rise!"
Now, the choice is really up to you! If
ever there was a time to follow your
passion and do something that matters
to you, NOW is certainly that time!
Dont hesitateyour future awaits!
Good luck in your journey!
Miigwetch!
Dante
Primary Division Science Fair award winner Ira Paibomsai
demonstrating his Ironman Ira-Man pully system with
teachers Delma Toulouse (left), and Beth Linder (right).
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Manitoulin Secondary School's Annual pow wow. Pictured above are a jingle dress
dancer and a shawl dancer.
By Jennifer Holub
SPLIT-GRADES. MULTI-GRADES. Com-
bined classes. Each of these terms refer to
teaching more than one consecutive grade
in a classroom. For (most of ) our teachers
in First Nations schools, that is the reality.
Tis past month, I asked teachers to share
their experiences of combined class teach-
ing their successes and non-successes to
spread awareness of its unique opportuni-
ties for students and teachers.
WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS
Te Ontario Ministry of Education
[OMoE] acknowledges that research on
the impact of specifc strategies for com-
bined classroom teaching is limited. We
are far from having a body of professional
data that has been tested, understood, and
implemented widely, says the OMoEs
Research Monograph on the subject. How-
ever, the OMoE says that with efective
teaching strategies, students in combined
grade classrooms achieve comparable
academic results as those in single grade
classrooms.
PAINTING THE PICTURE
Not all multi-grade classes are the same.
Class sizes in our schools range from 4-31
students. Some classes have educational
assistants, others do not. Some classes com-
bine two grades while others combine three
or four grades. All classes have students on
Individual Education Plans (IEPs) (this is
also the case in provincial schools) which
could mean that some students are work-
ing at a diferent grade level from their
classmates. Terra Shillington, a Grade 1/2
teacher in Wasauksing First Nation with
eight years of experience explains, If you
have a triple grade, usually the diference
between the highest and lowest [levels of
student abilities] can be up to six years
functioning level. Tese combined factors
mean teachers must be creative in their
classroom teaching to reach all students at
the appropriate level of instruction.
STARTING THE YEAR
Teachers of combined classes need a
plan. It is important to have clear rules
and expectations defned early in the year,
says Shillington. Students need to be as
independent as possible in a multi-grade
room as there is a lot going on. Setting up
the classroom so that materials are easily
accessible, organized, and ready allows for
student independence. Fostering an envi-
ronment of independence makes a signif-
cant diference.
DISTILLING THE CURRICULUM
It is rare for
teachers in general
to make it through
the entire curricu-
lum. It can often
become difficult
trying to cover all
the necessary min-
istry expectations
for the combined
grades, says Shil-
lington. Terefore,
teachers often need
to find creative
solutions to max-
imize the years
learning potential.
Nathan Moore, a Grade 2/3/4 teacher in
Dokis First Nation, fnds ways to com-
bine the science curriculum to allow for
whole class learning. Melanie Blanchard,
a Grade JK/SK/1 teacher in Dokis First
Nation, explains: I try to fnd opportunities
for whole group instruction so that I can
have all students learning together. Many
teachers report focussing on the main
ideas indicated in the curriculum instead
of focussing on covering the sub-strands for
each of the main ideas.
STRATEGIC GROUPING
One of the strategies that teachers of
combined classes use is strategic grouping.
Teachers use both heterogeneous (vary-
ing levels) and homogeneous (same level)
groupings to maximize instruction. Leslie
Ramsay, a teacher of eight years, teach-
es Grades 2/3/4/5 in Shawanaga First
Nation. She relies on strategic grouping so
that students can work independently and
help one another. Ramsay also uses tutor-
ing as a creative grouping strategy. I fnd
that getting the older students to help the
younger students is efective, says Ramsey,
It helps the younger students, but the older
students are helped by having to explain
the concept. Teachers also make use of
the learning centre
model to rotate
groups of students
to diferent learn-
ing activities. I fnd
that centres have
really helped me,
says Diana Malig,
a Grade JK/SK/1
teacher in Shawa-
naga First Nation.
I can use homoge-
neous grouping to
have students focus
on specifc tasks at
their level. In order
to have efective-
ness with grouping, teachers unanimously
agree that knowing the students is para-
mount.
THE IMPORTANCE OF ASSESSMENTS
What kind of knowledge do teachers
require in order to efectively manage the
education of their students? Moore relies
on ongoing assessments throughout the
year. He administers the Developmental
Reading Assessment [DRA] at the begin-
ning and end of the school year, but does
additional DRA assessments if he suspects
there has been growth in the reading abil-
ities of the students. Moore, who has four
students, says the advantage of a small
classroom is that you can really see where
the students are at academically. Malig
speaks to the importance of anecdotal
assessments for her age group. For my
students, observational assessment is key,
Malig says. Rubrics just dont help me.
Teachers must wade through the deluge
of assessment methods, recording devices,
evaluation tools-- and a plethora of other
resources--to fnd what works best for them
based on the needs of their learners.
Building a Community
All teachers agree about the importance
of getting to know the students in order
to build a community of learners. I fnd
it helpful to gauge students interest, says
Ramsay, who fnds opportunities for her
students to participate in outdoor activities
as a group. Shillington agrees, I think it's
very important to get to know your group
before setting in stone teaching methods
and plans.
ADVANTAGEOUS OR NOT?
While there are mixed feelings among
teachers about the advantages and disad-
vantages of combined classes, they are a
reality in our schools due to comparatively
small enrollment numbers. Within the nine
elementary schools afliated with our insti-
tute, six schools are comprised of entirely
combined grade classrooms. Said another
way, of 43 classes, 19 contain more than
one grade. Even in single-grade classes,
teachers must diferentiate their instruction
due to varying levels of academic abilities.
Almost every teacher interviewed spoke
of their feelings of doubt with respect to
their approach. I dont know if Im using
the most efective methods, one teach-
er admitted. Im just doing what I think
makes the most sense. Certainly, with
more conclusive research upon which to
draw, teachers of combined classes will
share the benefts of meaningful, everyday
classroom strategies with even more suc-
cessful students.
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By Christine Hodgins
OVER THE LAST FEW months at Lakev-
iew School and Biidaaban Kinomaagega-
mig, teachers have focused on developing
inquiry based teaching through a variety of
strategies some of which include teacher
modeling and co-teaching. Tis strategy is
at varying degrees at each school, and in
diferent classrooms. Te response to this
strategy has been received positively by
teachers, as it allows them to take initiatives
towards professional growth and building
capacity. To support teachers in better
understanding the benefts of co-teaching
and collaboration, flming of co-lessons at
Biidaaban School will take place during
the month of May. In addition, a model
classroom has been established at Lakev-
iew School with a goal to include teacher
moderation and capacity building sessions
within the flming.
Te current emphasis in numeracy is
focused on inquiry based and relevant
mathematics instruction that students fnd
engaging. With the current focus and the
use of one or two rich questions, it allows
for independent or collaborative expression
and deeper thinking. Students are being
encouraged to work within groups or with
math buddies to solve challenges, with
independent assessment still taking place.
Studies have shown that students who are
engaged in inquiry learning tend to retain
information through level of engagement
and peer collaboration.
An intervention program has been imple-
mented at both schools (Lakeview School
and Biidaaban Kinomaagegamig) which
align with Key Math 3 Assessment; results
of the program have been recorded and
tracked to determine its success. To date,
the results received are positive and show
at-risk students making sufcient gains in
mathematics. Tese gains have been mea-
sured and tracked through baseline Key
Math assessment.
Recently, at Lakeview School, parents
and students participated in a very suc-
cessful Primary Math Night. Tis event
was planned by teachers and supported
by the NRT. During the evening, par-
ents had the opportunity to participate
in centre based and inquiry learning to
better understand the changing face of
mathematics. Te NRT and teachers at
Biidaaban Kinomaagegamig are currently
in the planning stages for a parent engage-
ment afternoon; this workshop is tentative-
ly scheduled for mid-May.
Teachers, students and the NRT have
been preparing for grade 3 and 6 EQAO
Assessments, which are scheduled to take
place during May 26 to June 6, 2014 across
the province. To prepare for these provincial
assessments, teachers have used EQAO
material and incorporated it into numeracy
inquiry questions and/or assessments. By
doing so, this provides the opportunity for
students to become familiar with the style
of questions early on to support student
success; teachers are supporting students in
preparing for the test, but NOT teaching
to the test. Students feel very comfortable
with this style of question and even evaluate
their own work using EQAO rubrics.
IT WAS WITH GREAT PRIDE that Melanie
Manitowabi, Student Success Leader with
Kenjgewin Teg Educational Institutes First
Nation Student Success Program, shared
her enthusiasm of hosting Parent Literacy
Engagement sessions in the communities
of Whitefsh River and Sheshegwaning
First Nation.
Each session was well attended and the
parents were engaged in centre style ses-
sions with their children. Tese sessions
provided parents with a snapshot of how
they could incorporate 15 minutes of liter-
acy activities at home.
Following recipes and reading aloud
quickly captured the childrens attention
and created dialogue between the parents
and children Board games were also fea-
tured and families enjoyed choosing from
a variety of games which incorporated the
use of oral language, problem solving, word
work, and procedural reading, and most
importantly how to have fun! Families
also participated in a book swap and art
activity that encouraged children to share
their previously read books and time was
spent discussing how to use technology to
support student learning at home.
To top the evening of, students went
home with book bags, recipes, and quality
time spent with their family.
Adan Mtche||
Hi! My name is Aidan Mitchell
and I am completing my 3rd
year placement for social work at
Noojmowin Teg Health Centre. I
grew up on Manitoulin Island, but
have been living in Sudbury for the
past 10 years. I am a Child and Youth
Worker and I am currently in the
process of completing a Bachelor of
Social work and a B.A in Psychology
at Laurentian University.
While at Noojmowin Teg Health
Center, I will be working closely
with Dr. Barbara Erskine and the
Mental Health team to learn the
strategies used at this health
center, utilizing a multi-disciplinary
team and a holistic approach to
health care for Anishinabek and
Aboriginal individuals within the
district of Manitoulin Island. I look
forward to working with the staf at
Noojmowin Teg and the community
members for the next few months.
Pose-Mare 0o|nar
Noojmowin Teg Health Centre
was pleased to secure the locum
services of Rose-Marie Dolinar, an
experienced and familiar Nurse
Practitioner, for the months of
April and May. Rose-Marie had
been delivering NP services
to community members at
MChigeeng, Wikwemikong and
Sheshegwaning Health Centres.
Rose-Marie was very happy to
be back with Noojmowing Teg; "I
was an NP student and worked
with Noojmowin Teg 14 years
ago. It is great to return and work
with the outstanding community
health centre staf and wonderful
communities. Rose-Marie lives with
her family in Deep River, Ontario
in the Ottawa valley and was born
and raised in Sudbury. Rose-Marie
enjoys the outdoors and music. "I
would like to thank Noojomwin Teg
and the communities for your warm
welcome which made my stay with
you so enjoyable. Miigwetch!
Peggy Wasseg[g
Ahnii! My name is Peggy Wassegijig,
a member of Wikwemikong
Unceded Reserve with roots in
M'Chigeeng where I will reside
with my mother and close to my
nephews and nieces. I am very
excited to be joining the team at
Noojmowin Teg Health Centre
as the new Finance Ofcer. I
have been away from Manitoulin
Island for a number of years for
employment and education
reasons. My education background
includes a College Diploma in
Business Management (Aboriginal
Organizations) and a Bachelor of
Arts Degree in Native Studies and
Business Administration. For the
past nine years I have been working
as Finance Director for a non-proft
Aboriginal Education Institute in
Thunder Bay. I am looking forward
to embarking on a new journey
and working with the community
members of Manitoulin Island.
Miigwech!sweat and tears!
Uhar|ene Uorbere
Aanii! My name is Charlene Corbiere
and I am excited to begin a new
journey in my life with Noojmowin
Teg as the New Beginnings (FASD)
Program Coordinator. I have always
been involved in the health and
education felds, as the CHR for
my community of M'Chigeeng, as
the Resource Consultant for the
licensed First Nation childcare
centers within UCCMM & Sagamok,
and most recently as the Resource
Teacher at the M'Chigeeng daycare.
I have resided on Manitoulin Island
since I was 5 years of age. I have two
sons, Nchiiwat & Niihge; Alvin (Ted)
Corbiere is my Father and the late
Angie Corbiere was my Mother. I
look forward to working with my
colleagues, providing services to
our Anishinabek population on &
of the First Nations of Manitoulin.
Please be patient as I will be
learning new pathways and please
do make contact with me at 705-
368-2182 if you have a question or
well wishes.
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THE GOOD FOOD BOX PROGRAM
is organized in communities throughout
Canada, to encourage more consumption
of fresh fruits and vegetables, using collec-
tive volume ordering to make it possible for
families to purchase boxes
of fresh produce once
per month at especially
affordable prices. The
GFB pilot project locally
is an initiative of the Man-
itoulin Child Poverty Task
Force (CPTF), under the
auspices of Noojmow-
in Teg Health Centre,
together with the 7 First
Nations Health Centres,
and other partner groups
across Manitoulin. One
year ago in May 2013, the
pilot Good Food Box program began on
Manitoulin, with 65 boxes of fresh produce
going to homes across Manitoulin, includ-
ing in each of the communities served by
Noojmowin Teg. During the frst year,
with the help of the initial Manitoulin GFB
Coordinator Brenda Playter, and the larger
GFB program in Sudbury, the ordering
and packing of the produce all happened
in Sudbury, and Manitoulin community
volunteers and staf transported the boxes of
fresh fruits and vegetables from Sudbury to
Manitoulin one day per month, delivering
to a space here on the Island donated by the
Little Current United Church.
Last month, in April 2014, the Manitoulin
Good Food Box program entered a new
phase of its development! We now are
operating directly from Manitoulin, with
new GFB coordinator Margot Bickell,
coordinating volunteers and arranging pur-
chasing the produce from Orrs ValuMart
and GGs Foodland in Little Current. In
May 115 boxes were packed and enjoyed by
families across the island. Volunteers will
be needed to pack and distribute the fresh
foods, for 1-2 hours one day per month. We
hope to purchase items from local Manitou-
lin farmers to add to the GFB this summer
and fall. Donations of backyard garden
produce will be welcome as well, through
a Grow a Row initiative, coordinated by
Wendy Gauthier. GFB prices are 17$ for a
large box and 8$ for a small box, and can be
ordered through several diferent commu-
nity organizations. During the pilot phase,
we arent yet able to take orders directly from
individuals.
For more information
regarding the Good
Food Box pilot program,
please contact coordinator
Margot Bickell at 705-
859-3120, or dietician
Julie Rochefort at Noo-
jmowin Teg 705-368-
2919, or Child Poverty
Task Force Coordinator
Heather Toma at 705-
368-0460.
More information is also
available on the Child
Poverty Task Force web-
page at www.childpov-
ertytaskforce.com. Te Task Force meets
monthly and all are welcome to come to
the meetings and help out with a variety
of projects.
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