Through the Education and Training Department, Qalipu First Nation will be launching a new
project: “Kiskajei wjit Espi-kina’muaqn – I am Ready for Higher Studies”. This project is aimed to increase awareness of the Canada Learning Bond (CLB) and Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) to assist our members plan and financially prepare for Post-Secondary.

The Canadian Learning Bond (CLB) is available for children of low-income families up to and including their 15th birthday. Additionally, students transitioning to Post-Secondary between the ages of 18-20 can open an RESP and apply for the Canada Learning Project on their own.

There is no cost associated with opening an RESP, and regular contributions are not necessary to receive the Canada Learning Bond. However, financial limitations apply.

As part of the project, we are pleased to announce that we have a limited number of $500.00 participation bonuses.  The bonuses will be available to the first 1000 members of Qalipu First Nation who open an RESP within the program constraints and qualify for the CLB.  The participation bonus will be deposited directly into the RESP.

The Project Coordinator will be identifying opportunities for outreach within the 9 Electoral Wards of QFN and focus on supporting families through the process of opening an RESP.  Virtual outreach will be scheduled for members who live outside of the wards.

For more information regarding the eligibility requirements, visit:

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/learning-bond/eligibility

Or reach out to our CLB Project Coordinator:

Miranda Targett
mtargett@qalipu.ca
1-709-643-3191

Qalipu First Nation is pleased to offer a drum-making workshop for Campbell’s Creek and Vicinity on February 18th., at 1 pm. (Priority will be given to Campbell’s Creek Qalipu First Nation members).
To register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MQKHSNK

For more information, please contact Paul Pike at ppike@qalipu.ca or call 709-647-3050

The next regular meeting of the Council is Saturday, February 11th, 2023 starting at 9:30 am. For those unable to join in person, you can watch the meeting on a live stream through your ginu membership profile. Login here:

https://mala.qalipu.ca/ginu/login.aspx

Does Indigenous Services Canada have your correct mailing address? As a call-out to those impacted by the Service Members Agreement, some 18,000 letters will be mailed out to the address currently associated with your file. If you’ve moved or changed your address and did not receive your letter, contact Indigenous Services Canada at 1-800-561-2266 to provide your new address and request your letter be resent to the new address.

For more information about the Service Members Agreement please visit https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1319805325971/1572459825339

This land-based camp will take place March 3-5 at Max Simms Camp.

Youth will have the opportunity to rediscover what being Mi’kmaw means for them as well as earn the ceremonies and their cultural importance. Youth can also participate in sustainable land-based practices.

Registration for youth aged 12-16 is now open and can be accessed by contacting Paul Pike or Terri Humphries.

Paul Pike
ppike@qalipu.ca
647-3050

Terri Humphries
thumphries@qalipu.ca
651-7668

The Indigenous Labour Market Information (ILMI) project began in 2018 and is scheduled to continue through 2023. Currently, the ILMI project is being carried out in First Nation communities across Canada, including Qalipu First Nation. The project is funded by Employment & Service Development Canada (ESDC) and is maintained and supported by Aboriginal Employment Services Inc. (AES).

The purpose of the ILMI Survey Project is to provide a snapshot of the current labour force in our communities to assist with planning, program development, and identifying issues that need to be addressed. Through Qalipu First Nation, the Education and Training department is attempting to fill this gap by collecting this vital information, with an overall goal of matching community members to meaningful jobs.

Please see below for a link to the survey, the survey is open to all registered Qalipu First Nation members, 15 years and older, regardless of their current employment status or location.

All registered members of Qalipu First Nation aged fifteen and older who complete this survey will receive a $25.00 gift card.

To complete the ILMI Survey, click here: https://secure.indigenouslmi.ca/survey/startsurvey.aspx?s=1192004

Qalipu First Nation is seeking applications from organizations that are interested in our Youth Summer Employment Program (YSEP).

This program has been successful in improving the employability skills of Indigenous youth which will assist them to succeed in the workforce. Additionally, students are provided with tools that will help them advance their education.

Please apply as soon as possible but no later than 12:00 P.M. on April 7, 2023. To apply, you must fill out the YSEP Employer Application. You must also include a letter about how a summer student would be beneficial to your organization and the community.

Please note that funds are limited. Employers are encouraged to seek other avenues for student hiring this summer as well.

For more information and the application, click here: https://qalipu.ca/youth-programs/