As received by Electoral Officer Carol Lahey at 4:00PM on November 9, 2021 following the closing of Qalipu First Nation Byelection Call for Nominations – The Official list of Candidates for Exploits Ward Councillor are as follows:
Notice to Stephenville Members
We would like to thank members during this time while we continue to redirect NIHB Support for the Stephenville Area to the previous listed Specialist contacts below. Qalipu Health and Wellness Department continues to retrieve members NIHB drop offs from the Stephenville Office.
Members are encouraged to send their drops offs by postage if possible, to 3 Church Street, Corner Brook, NL A2H 2Z4 until an announcement of its Support Specialist Office reopening.
Qalipu First Nation would like to notify its members of the Stephenville area that there will be a temporary closure of Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Support Specialist office beginning Monday, October 25 through to Friday, November 5, 2021. We would like to apologize for this inconvenience and let you know that you can reach the following NIHB Support Specialist for assistance during this time:
NIHB SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Natasha Lavers
709-634-5078
844-207-9718 (Medical Transportation Inquires Only)
nlavers@qalipu.ca
NIHB SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Jennifer Dufour
709-634-5069
jdufour@qalipu.ca
NIHB SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Bonnie White
709-634-5042
bwhite@qalipu.ca
NIHB SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Susan Bryan
709-679-2238
sbryan@qalipu.ca
NIHB NAVIGATOR
Howard Thistle
709-679-5743
855-675-5743 (NIHB Inquiries)
hthistle@qalipu.ca
Byelection – Call for Nominations Exploits Ward Councilor
In accordance with the Custom Rules Governing Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band Elections and at the request of Electoral Officer, Carol Lahey, nominations are invited for the position of Councilor in the Electoral Ward of Exploits for the byelection to be held December 2, 2021.
Nomination forms are available for download beginning 9:00am on Monday, November 1st at www.qalipu.ca<http://www.qalipu.ca/> or pick-up at Grand Falls-Windsor Office at 28 Hardy Avenue. Nominations will close at 4:00pm Tuesday, November 9th.
Completed nomination forms must be returned to the Corner Brook office, 3 Church Street, A2H 2Z4 either by postage mail or hand delivered. A non-refundable fee of $25.00 shall be submitted with the nomination papers in the form of money order, bank draft, certified cheque, or cash. Nominations are to be received no later than 4:00PM on November 9, 2021 and will be considered as filed with the Electoral Officer for the purpose of the Band byelection to be held on December 2, 2021.
Click here to view the application
The byelection voting period will begin November 24th and end December 2nd.
Members of the Exploits Ward are encouraged to call 709-634-5163 or email elections@qalipu.ca<mailto:elections@qalipu.ca> to ensure they receive their voter information package by confirming their home address and/or email on file at Qalipu First Nation. Please ensure to leave your name and number if you go to voicemail.
Carol Lahey
Electoral Officer
clahey@qalipu.ca
709-630-7678
Notice: Wait Times on Medical Reimbursements
We would like to notify our members that wait times for medical/transportation claims for reimbursement have increased from 8 to 12 weeks. To avoid unnecessary delays, please submit your reimbursement forms directly to any of our Qalipu Offices (Corner Brook, Gander, Grand Falls-Windsor, St. Georges, and Stephenville).
Calling one of our support specialists to inquire about your claim repayment will not change the previous stated process wait time of 8 to 12 weeks. Further updates will be released and communicated as soon as they are available! Claims and payments are continuously being issued and we are making every effort to keep wait times from rising further for you, our membership.
We would like to thank members for their continued support, patience, and understanding as our department of Health and Wellness processing a higher-than-normal volumes of medical transportation claims at this time
RCMP Summer Student Program Opportunity 2022
Qalipu First Nation Band and the RCMP are continuing their work together to provide work experiences for Indigenous youth who are interested in a career in policing and/or justice. This employment opportunity will give you an insightful view of the RCMP and may help you decide if this is a career opportunity you wish to pursue. This youth opportunity is an eight (8) week duration, paid program from June-August 2022 at your local RCMP detachment. Successful applicants will attend a one-week training session at the RCMP Headquarters in St. John’s, (all expenses paid) prior to being placed at the RCMP detachment closest to their location. This program is a great steppingstone for individuals interested in pursuing a career with the RCMP.
Location of Position: For the Summer of 2022, successful applicants are placed in locations near their hometown within the RCMP jurisdictions of Grand Falls, Stephenville, Deer Lake, Corner Brook, Gander, Bay Roberts, and Harbour Grace.
Eligibility Criteria: Interested applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Have completed high school
- Be a member of the Qalipu First Nation Band or Self-Identified Person (students are asked to indicate on their cover letter their Indigenous Ancestry)
- Be between the ages of 19-29 as of June 30, 2022
- Not have a criminal record
- Currently registered as a full-time student
- Be planning to attend full-time studies in September 2022
- Valid drivers’ licence
Salary Scale: $ 16.00 per hour which includes 4% vacation pay @ 40 hours per week for 9 weeks.
Deadline to Apply: January 21, 2022 – Please apply with:
- Resume
- Covering letter
- A completed RCMP/Qalipu First Nation Summer Student Program Employment Application
- Confirmation of Enrollment into full-time studies and a current Certificate of Conduct by mail or email:
Education & Training RCMP Summer Student Program
Attention: Yvonne MacDonald
PO Box 460, St. George’s, NL A0N 1Z0
Or email to ymacdonald@qalipu.ca
Please click here to view RCMP/Qalipu First Nation Summer Student Program Application
Election Results for Qalipu Chief and Council 2021-2024
With the largest voter participation turn-out to date, 8,384 members of the Qalipu First Nation Mi’kmaq Band signed in to the electronic voting system via online or telephone access to cast their ballots. Welcome your Chief and Council 2021-2024.
Click here to view the 2021 Election End of Polls – Signed by Electoral Officer
Click here to view the 2021 Election End of Polls
Click here to view the 2021 Election End of Polls – Detailed Vote Count
Quick Summary of Chief and Council 2021-2024:
Chief – Brendan Mitchell
Western Vice Chief – Jennifer (Jenny) Brake
Benoit’s Cove Ward – Terri V. Greene
Exploits – No Nominations [ By-election Date TBD ]
Flat Bay – Robert (Bobby) White
Port au Port – Jasen Benwah
Stephenville – Hayward George Young
St. George’s – Ivan J. White
Won by Acclamation:
Central Vice Chief – Andrew (Andy) Barker
Corner Brook Ward – Sharren (Sherry) Dean
Gander Bay Ward – Calvin Francis
Glenwood Ward – Francis (Frank) Skeard
Referendum: Yes
The majority vote is “yes,” to change to a four-year term. These changes will come into effect during the next election in 2024. Which we will then see the 2024 Chief and Council hold a term until 2028.
Following a 30-day appeal period, per the Custom Rules governing Qalipu elections, the new Chief and Council will be sworn in and take office.
Electoral Officer, Carol Lahey 709-630-7678 or clahey@qalipu.ca
Election Day Qalipu First Nation
Qalipu First Nation has neared the end of their voting window for the upcoming Chief and Council. Today, Friday, October 22, 2021, at 8:00pm NL Standard Time the voting window will officially close. Members who need assistance or are looking to retrieve their voters PIN can still call into the Election Helpdesk up until 8:00pm at 1-888-281-8683. Results of the 2021 Qalipu Election, under the direction of Electoral Officer, Carol Lahey, will be posted 8:30pm NL Standard Time on October 22, 2021, at www.qalipu.ca, Qalipu First Nation Facebook Page, and @Qalipu2011 Twitter Feed.
We are Hiring an Office Administrator
Qalipu First Nation is seeking an Office Administrator for a Term Position up to September 30, 2022. Deadline to apply is November 4, 2021 at 4:00pm. For full details on this employment opportunity please click here: https://qalipu.bamboohr.com/jobs/
Request for Proposals QDC Snow Clearing
Request for Proposals – Snow Clearing
Qalipu Development Corporation (QDC) is seeking proposals for snow clearing from November 15 to April 15, 2021 at the following areas:
- Corner Brook at 1 & 3 Church Street
- Grand-Falls Windsor at 28 Hardy Avenue
- Stephenville at 90 Main Street
Please ensure to confirm your preferred property location in your submission to be received by Friday, October 29, 2021 at 12:30pm NL Standard Time.
Hunting and Trapping Application Extensions Gander + New Location Corner Brook!
In partnership with College of the North Atlantic, Qalipu First Nation is pleased to announce that we will adding another session of the Hunting and Trapping Guide Training to occur in Corner Brook (November 12-17). Hunting and Trapping Application
The session which was scheduled for Gander (October 17-21) has been rescheduled to a later date (TBD) and applications are still being accepted. This opportunity is designed for Qalipu Members or self-identifying Indigenous individuals who are interested in becoming Hunting and Trapping Guides in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Application Form can be found here: https://qalipu.ca/hunting-and-trapping-guide-certification/ Applications are extended until October27th @ 4:00PM NDT and can be submitted either via email to ymacdonald@qalipu.ca, or hand-delivered/mailed to the St. George’s Office. All spots for the Stephenville session in November have been filled.
