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Council Meeting Minutes – May 29, 2022
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Open in new tab Council Meeting – July 28, 2022
The next regular meeting of Council is scheduled for Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 12:30 pm NDT.
This will be a in-person meeting and will also be live-streamed for members.
You can access the live stream by logging into your GINU Membership Profile at:
Ginu login: qalipu.ca/login-options
To register (for in-person attendance) call 709-634-5111 or email council@qalipu.ca
To offer comments or ask a question for Chief and Council at the upcoming meeting, email
council@qalipu.ca or visit our website form at https://qalipu.ca/leave-a-message-for-chief-and-council/
Message from the Chief – July 14, 2022
Our new Qalipu Council took office in November and during the past several months there has been extensive engagement by our Councillors within Council and within our communities. Our Standing Committees have been working eagerly to further our programs on behalf of Qalipu, our membership and communities. I thank all on Council for their contributions to date.
The Summer period is an extremely busy time at Qalipu First Nation.
Our staffing usually increases during Summer as we have introduced 104 student job placements in local businesses and have our twelve River Guardians engaged in river monitoring and conservation services. Additional students are participating in a summer program with the RCMP. Further, we have four Qalipu members participating in the Black Bear Program at Camp Gagetown, NB as part of another summer employment initiative.
As I write this message, I reflect on the regional powwows just concluded at Conne River and at Flat Bay, NL. The reintroduction of these powwow events following a two-year hiatus, was welcomed by Indigenous and Non-Indigenous People alike. In conversation with Chief Mi’sel Joe, he indicated that the event at Miawpukek First Nation was a huge success with good attendance. I wish to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank the Bay St. George Cultural Revival Circle and the Flat Bay Band for their work in returning the powwow to the Flat Bay powwow grounds. Despite some rain and lower than usual temperatures, many people turned out to enjoy the singing, dancing, and other events that were scheduled. The community of Flat Bay was welcoming in fostering a strong sense of kinship and friendship. I also extend sincere congratulations to the ten recipients of the Aboriginal Veterans Millennium Medallion. These medals were presented at a special ceremony held on Saturday July 9 conducted by Lieutenant Commander (Retired), Todd LaSaga
Other upcoming events include St. Anne’s Day on July 26, the Burgeo Mawio’mi on August 5-6, the Elmastukwek Mawio’mi scheduled for August 14, the Memorial University Grenfell Campus Mini Powwow planned for September and celebrations surrounding the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30. I ask everyone to mark these dates on your calendars and I encourage all to participate in as many events as possible.
I continue to receive inquiries related to enrolment in Qalipu First Nation. The overall process has been ongoing for the past twelve years and I can appreciate that applicants are losing patience with this process. The much-anticipated Agreement for Military Personnel, RCMP and Veterans of both, is now in final draft. We hope to have the Agreement available for review with Qalipu members in preparation for a ratification vote in the coming weeks. I am disappointed to report that Indigenous Services Canada remains unwilling to address the situation for former members of the Federation of Newfoundland Indians until such time as the outstanding court cases related to enrolment are finalized. We continue to exert pressure on the Minister of Indigenous Services Canada to change Canada’s position on this situation.
The past several years, facing a global pandemic have been challenging for everyone. We have been happy to alleviate some of these challenges for our members through our COVID Support Programs including our Home Repair and Accessibility Programs, Residential Home Heat and Energy Rebate program, Senior’s Essential Travel Subsidy, and our Food Relief Fund. These programs have been invaluable for our members to face the challenges of recent years and I am hopeful that we are moving forward to better days ahead.
This Summer, our Province is celebrating Come Home Year 2022. Many events are planned for communities in Newfoundland and Labrador. Many people will be visiting our communities. While I encourage everyone to actively participate in Come Home Year festivities, I also remind everyone of the need to be vigilant regarding Covid and new variants.
I wish everyone an enjoyable and safe Summer.
Chief Brendan Mitchell
Council Meeting Minutes – March 26, 2022
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Indigenous Labour Market Initiative
The Indigenous Labour Market Initiative (ILMI) Project began in 2018 and is scheduled to continue through to 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. Qalipu First Nation, Employment and Training is attempting to fill this gap by collecting this vital information, with an overall goal of matching community members to meaningful jobs.
To participate in the survey, click here: https://secure.indigenouslmi.ca/survey/startsurvey.aspx?s=1192004
If you have questions about the ILMI Project, or you would like to complete the survey over the phone, please contact Patrick:
Patrick Davis
ILMI COORDINATOR
Tel. 709-634-5045
Email: pdavis@qalipu.ca
Education & Training Summer Camp 2022 For Kids (St. George’s)
Registration for the Education & Training Summer Camps is now open for Grand Falls-Windsor and St. George’s locations! Please note that space is very limited. Approvals will be made on a first come, first serve basis and preference will be given to Qalipu First Nation members. Those who are successful will be contacted in the coming weeks via email.
If interested, please complete the application in its entirety in order to be considered.
All slots for the Grand Falls-Windsor camps are filled and applicants will be waitlisted.
Application can be found here: Qalipu Summer Camp – Qalipu
Request for Proposals – Enterprise Resource Planning System
Through this Request for Proposals (RFP), The Qalipu First Nation (QFN) invites interested and qualified consultants to submit a proposal for the development and supply of an accounting and ERP system.
Proposals should be submitted by Wednesday, June 29, 2022 by 12:30 p.m.
CONTACT:
Andrew Simmons
3 Church St.
Corner Brook, NL A2H 2Z4
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Education & Training Summer Camp 2022 For Kids
Registration for the Education & Training Summer Camps is now open for the Corner Brook and St. George’s locations! Please note that space is very limited. Approvals will be made on a first come, first serve basis and preference will be given to Qalipu First Nation members. Those who are successful will be contacted in the coming weeks via email.
If interested, please complete the application in its entirety in order to be considered.
Application can be found here: Qalipu Summer Camp – Qalipu
Covid-19 Residential Home Heat & Energy Rebate Program (CLOSED)
Update: June 2, 2022- The deadline to submit applications under the Covid-19 Residential Home Heat & Energy Rebate Program has been reached. Individuals whose applications were successful will be notified by our COVID Support Team.
Description:
Due to the overwhelming success of the first random draw in the Fall of 2021, QFN is pleased to offer the Residential Home Heat & Energy Rebate Program for a second time. As a direct result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and multiple stay at home orders, Qalipu First Nation recognizes that its members have endured and continue to experience financial hardship due to the unexpected rise in the cost of heating and running their homes. To support its membership through these unprecedented times, Qalipu First Nation is pleased to host a random draw to disperse a one-time payment of up to $350 to each successful applicant toward their incurred Home Heat & Energy costs. While all applications will be accepted, priority will be given to those who were not selected during the first random draw in the Fall of 2021. Limited funds are available, the draw will extend until funds are exhausted.
Program Eligibility:
- Applicant must be a registered member of Qalipu First Nation.
- Applicants are required to be a resident of Canada for a minimum of (12) consecutive months prior to date of application.
- Applicants are required to provide proof of Home Heat and/or Energy costs incurred in the form of receipts or invoices from a Registered Home Heat and/or Energy Provider displaying the following:
- Applicant’s name and full address. Address on application must match service address listed on receipts/invoices provided.
- The business # or HST # of registered business or show member’s account #.
- Receipt/invoice(s) total must show a minimum of $350 in Home Heat or Energy charges.
- Eligible receipt/invoices are required to be dated from the period of January 1st, 2022 – May 1st, 2022.
*Please Note: If the residential heat or energy account is in the name of a non-member spouse or partner, you may still submit your application with that document. However, it will be necessary to provide further documentation to support that you are a resident of that same household. Acceptable verification sources can include but are not limited to: property tax invoices, poll tax invoices, online shopping receipt or shipping confirmations, pay stubs etc. The secondary sources of proof must state the members/applicants name and an address that matches the home heat or energy receipt/invoice submitted. They must be from a registered business.
Application Process:
- Online Submissions are Required. Click here for the application
- If unable to access a computer or internet service, QFN encourages members to have a family member or friend apply on their behalf. Phone support will be provided at 709-634-4577 or 709-393-6777.
- Online application collection will be open for four (4) weeks: May 4th– June 1st, 2022 @ 4:00 pm.
- Limit of one application per member. Duplicate applications will be removed from draw. In the event duplicate applications are received, QFN will consider the first application received as the valid submission.
- All applications will require: Name, Accurate Shipping/Mailing address, Street Address (if different from mailing address), Band #, Phone Number and/or email address. Incomplete applications will be removed from draw.
- While all member applications will be accepted, only one successful applicant per household is permitted. If additional applications are subsequently drawn from the same household, they will be considered ineligible.
- Direct deposit is the quickest method of reimbursement. Please upload accurate banking information with your application if possible. A mailed cheque is an option but may cause additional delays.
Draw Date & Successful Applicant Contact Process
- A Random Draw will take place on: June 6th, 2022.
- Priority will be given to QFN members who were not selected from the previous random draw.
- Due to privacy concerns a list of winners will not be posted and only successful applicants will be contacted.
- Reimbursements will be processed after all eligibility requirements have been met.
- Please allow up to 8 weeks from draw date to receive your reimbursement.
- It is the responsibility of the successful applicant to report any benefits received under this program to Canada Revenue Agency. Please refer any tax related questions to CRA.
For inquiries contact the COVID support team by telephone:
Melissa – 709-393-6777
George – 709-634-4577
Or by email: covidsupport@qalipu.ca
Home Accessibility Support Program (CLOSED)
Update: June 1, 2022- The deadline to submit applications under the Home Accessibility Support Program has been reached. Individuals whose applications were successful will be notified by our Housing Development Team.
Qalipu First Nation (QFN) Housing Division is pleased to launch the Home Accessibility Support Program Monday, April 4, 2022. The Home Accessibility Support Program (HASP) serves to provide financial support opportunities for QFN band members who reside in Newfoundland and Labrador and living with disabilities. While funding for HASP is limited at this time, the collection of data and need for similar programs will be thoroughly assessed during this first launch.
HASP is intended to provide such financial supports toward housing retrofits and modifications to increase accessibility, functionality, sustainability, and longevity, that will ensure a safe and sound standard of living specific to the members needs . Applicants must submit all required documentation by May 31, 2022 and successful applicants that may be eligible to receive up to a maximum of $2,500.00 in assistance will be notified before June 30, 2022.
For full details, applications, and assistance for QFN Home Accessibility Support Program Click Here: Home Accessibility Support Program