From August 6-10, 2018, the Qalipu First Nation and Miawpukek First Nation are partnering with the Operating Engineering College, UA Local 740 Training Center, Bricklayers College, Iron Workers Training Center and the Carpenter Millwright College. Participants will have the opportunity to take part in a week-long camp in St. John’s that will expose them to a variety of industry driven trades such as Heavy Equipment, plumbing/pipefitting, bricklayers, ironworkers, carpentry, and millwright. The camp is for students attending Grades 10-12 in the Fall of 2018. For youth who attend the Camp, transportation, accommodations and meals will be provided.

Qalipu First Nations and the various partners are inviting interested Indigenous youth from all wards to submit application forms by Wednesday, July 18, 2018.

Applications to be submitted to and for additional detals:

Yvonne MacDonald, Administrative Assistant
Qalipu First Nation
183 Main Street, P.O. Box 460
St. George’s, NL
A0N 1Z0
Email: ymacdonald@qalipu.ca
Phone: (709) 647-3514
Fax: (709) 647-3068

The province of Newfoundland and Labrador has a rich history of mining and mineral exploration. What most people
do not realize is that historically, prospectors have been the first boots on the ground and have actually discovered
most mineral deposits. The Newfoundland and Labrador Prospectors Association in partnership with the College of
the North Atlantic is offering a series of one – day Career Awareness Workshops on Mineral Prospecting. Funding for
these workshops is provided by the Government of NL’s Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour.
Do you like working in the outdoors? Do you enjoy camping and hiking? Have you ever wanted to find a gold nugget,
or a gold mine? This one –day workshop will introduce you to the world of mineral prospecting, as a career choice.
High school students in Levels 1, 2 and 3, along with other adults are eligible to register and take part in the workshop
in their region.

Topics include:
• Introduction to Prospecting • Job of a Prospector • Self Employment
• Option Agreements • Working with Mineral Exploration Companies
• Other Resources and Supports • Further Education Opportunities!

Upcoming Dates & Locations

Workshops will be offered at College of the North Atlantic’s campuses at the following locations from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

St. Anthony, July 7, 2018
Baie Verte, July 14, 2018
Labrador City, Fall 2018
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Fall 2018

Registration cost is $20.00, payable at the start of the workshop. This fee will provide participants with a one-year
membership in the NL Prospectors Association.
Pre-registration is required 5 days in advance of the workshop.
For further information, or to register for the workshop, please contact:

Registration Deadline August 31, 2018

Facilitated by Dr. Bernie Francis and Mr. Curtis Michaels
The whole family is welcome, and encouraged, to learn the basics of our precious Mi’kmaq language.
Participants must pre-register and attend all course days. Cost of the camp is FREE

Camp Dates 2018
October 11th to 15th
6:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. (Thurs. & Fri.) * snack provided; pre-registrants only
9:30 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. (Sat. & Sun.) * lunch, snack and supper provided; pre-registrants only
7:30 P.M.-9:30 P.M. (Sat. & Sun.) *evenings of teachings, music and conversation; open to the general public
9:30 A.M – 3:30 P.M. (Mon.) * lunch, snack, and course certificate; pre-registrants only

Shining the light on French and Mi’kmaq Craftspeople

Are you a French or Mi’kmaq craftsperson?

If so, this symposium is for you!

This day will include craft demonstrations, networking opportunities & cultural presentations

Saturday August 11, 2018, 9:00AM- 4:00PM

Located at the French Centre in Cape St. George

Registration Deadline: July 23, 2018. To register, contact Wendy at 642-5155 or by email ouest@rdeetnl.ca  or Tara at 634-5972 or by email tsaunders@qalipu.ca

From August 7-10, the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and Qalipu First Nation are partnering to host the Junior Police Academy at Killdevil Camp.  This camp is designed to create stronger relationships with youth (ages 9-12 years old) and police as well as with other community partners.

Participants will have an opportunity to take part in this fun filled and educational camping experience, where the RNC and partner organizations will foster stronger and healthier relationships between the participants and the police by breaking down historical barriers.  The Junior Police Academy will enhance participant learning on a variety of topics by providing a healthy, active and unplugged environment where they will be educated on the benefits of healthy, responsible decision making. Youth at the camp will receive education on a variety of topics including (but not limited to) healthy eating, decision making and lifestyle choices, bicycle safety, fire safety, environmental sustainability and Mi’kmaq culture as well as police investigative techniques.

For youth who attend the camp, transportation will be provided from Corner Brook to Killdevil and return (transportation to Corner Brook is the participants responsibility).  While at the camp, all accommodations and meals will be provided. Participants will be asked to bring their own sleeping bag, or bedding, and their own clothing.

Qalipu First Nation and The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary are inviting interested youth members from all Wards to submit application forms by July 20, 2018 to:

Megan Newman
Administrative Assistant | Community Development
3 Church Street
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 2Z4
Email mnewman@qalipu.ca
Fax: 709-634-3997

Click here for the Camper Application Form and Waiver

Click here for the Volunteer Application Form

For additional details please contact Megan Newman at the email above or call (709) 634-5479

The Ktaqmkuk Mi’kmaq Museum And craft shop in St. George’s is now open daily from 10-5 , seven days a week. Come in and enjoy the various exhibits including Spruceroot baskets, Mi’kmaq Language table, Medicine Wheel teachings, the Waltes Game and a youth craft table .

The story of our people, is showcased in an exhibit titled , Across the Water”.

The craft shop showcases many beautiful Aboriginal crafts made by local artisans. Mi’kmaq flags, and pins, are available. Our student tour guides are waiting to share our museum with you.