Expression of Interest Member at Large for Health & Housing Committee

Posted by Qalipu on March 3, 2022

Qalipu First Nation is currently seeking a Member-at-Large to join their Health and Housing Standing Committee (HHSC). This unique opportunity will give hands-on access and input into the current operational plans of our Health and Wellness Department. The Department of Health and Wellness is responsible for the identification, development, advancement of the health and social wellness of members, families, and the community. The Department has four operational pillars: Non-Insured Health Benefits, Mental Wellness, Child Youth and Family Services, and Housing

If you are committed and want to contribute your knowledge as a volunteer on this committee, please see below for an Expression of Interest.

Application deadline for interest Friday, April 1, 2022 at 12:00pm NST.

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Food & Essential Supplies Relief Fund

Posted by Qalipu on February 11, 2022

Update February 11, 2022
Please click here for announcement of Local Service Groups Providing Food & Essential Supplies

Update February 9, 2022
Action Required from Local Service Groups who put forward Proposals for Qalipu Food & Essential Supplies Relief Fund – Please check your email or voicemails, (as listed in your proposal contact information) if you have not already done so – some Local Service Groups still have not returned correspondence to accept funds being offered by Qalipu First Nation.

Update February 4, 2022
Proposals from local service groups ended January 31, 2022 for Qalipu First Nation (QFN) Food & Essential Supplies Relief Fund. The fund of $135,000 granted through Indigenous Services Canada is to provide a mechanism for grassroots Indigenous organizations and local service groups who are on the ground in their communities to support QFN Members by aiding in local needs of first priority food security and following essential cleaning and preventative protection supplies.

With an evident need across our communities, eighteen (18) proposals were put forward, covering all nine (9) wards of QFN (Stephenville, St. George’s, Port au Port, Flat bay, Corner Brook, Benoit’s Cove, Gander Bay, Glenwood, Exploits). We apologize to our members for a slight delay in the announcement of successful local service groups – the groups must formally confirm their acceptance before their information can be provided publicly.

An announcement of all local service groups will be made next week, where members can then reach out to the service group closest to them and place requests for food and/or essential supply need.

The Qalipu Department of Health and Wellness is pleased to announce a Food & Essential Supplies Relief Fund (FESRF)and invite proposals from local service groups. These local service groups will be amongst the nine (9) wards of Qalipu First Nation (QFN) to address food security and essential supply needs for QFN Members:

Food Security and Food Care Baskets (Priority One)
Cleaning and Sanitation Supplies (Secondary & Compliment Service)
Protective and Preventative Supplies (Secondary & Compliment Service)

Application deadline date is Jan 31, 2022, for grant funding from the Qalipu Food and Essential Supplies Relief Fund program. All services, support, and reports are required to be completed and summited by March 31, 2022. Funding is limited so interested groups are encouraged to apply early.

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Expression of Interest for Member-at-Large

Posted by Qalipu on February 2, 2022

Qalipu First Nation is currently seeking a Member-at-Large to join their Environment and Natural Resources Standing Committee (ENRSC). This unique opportunity will give hands-on access and input into the current operational plans of our Environment and Natural Resources Department and their continues reach to preserve our Natural Ecosystem for future generations. The ideal candidate is a Band member living in the province with a background in Environment and Natural resource or related fields of experience. If you are committed and want to contribute your knowledge as a volunteer on this committee, please see below for an Expression of Interest.

Application deadline for interest Friday, February 18, 2022 at 12:00pm NST.

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Youth Summer Employment Program 2022

Posted by Qalipu on January 31, 2022

Qalipu First Nation (QFN) Department of Education and Training have reopened employer application for their 2022 Youth Summer Employment Program (YSEP)!

Program Objective
The Youth Summer Employment Program is a partnership between the Government of Canada and QFN that provides Indigenous Youth with an opportunity to gain employment with local employers during the summer months. The aim of this program is to improve employability skills and provide tools that help youth advance their education.

Eligible Employers (Applicants)
QFN accepts proposals/ applications from community organizations who are interested in providing meaningful summer employment to Indigenous Youth. Interested employers must submit a completed YSEP application and attach any required supporting documentation by April 1, 2022. Notification will be sent from Education and Training by the end of April for successful employers.

Join the growing list of employers who are supporting Indigenous students on their journey! Business owners and organizations are invited to apply for a summer student by 4:00pm NDT on Friday, April 1, 2022.

Click here to apply for the Youth Student Employment Program

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Virtual Invitation Current Qalipu Post-Secondary Students [Winter Semester 2022 Reimbursements]

Posted by Qalipu on January 13, 2022

The Qalipu Education and Training Department will be hosting a webinar for all current Qalipu funded students to provide them with an opportunity to speak with staff virtually to receive tips for their Winter 2022 reimbursement!

[This webinar is for students who are currently receiving funding support. A session for aspiring students or those who will plan to submit funding applications will follow in the future.]

Participants who register and attend the webinar will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card.

Session will take place via Microsoft Teams on January 19th from 6:30-8:00pm NL time. The link to register is: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S7W5KB9

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EXPIRY OF SCIS CARDS 2022

Posted by Qalipu on December 8, 2021

To apply for your card renewal:

Click Here for Instructions for SCIS Application
Click Here for Adult and Child Application
Click here for Guarantor Declaration

Video: Adult SCIS Card Renewals
Video: Child SCIS Card Renewals

As listed on the Instructions for SCIS Application – All completed applications must be sent to:

National SCIS Processing Unit
10 Wellington Street
Gatineau, QC K1A 0H4

For assistance with your form applications or to set an appointment for guidance please contact (ensure to leave your phone number if you are sent to voicemail or send a request for help by email):

SCIS CLERK
Betty Lou Hynes
709-634-8675
bhynes@qalipu.ca

INDIAN REGISTRATION ADMINISTRATOR
Nancy O’Connell
709-634-4010
noconnell@qalipu.ca

Expression of Interest for Member-at-Large

Posted by Qalipu on December 1, 2021

Qalipu First Nation is currently seeking a Member-at-Large to join their Education and Training Committee. This unique opportunity will give hands-on access and input into the current structure of our Education and Training Department and future outreach to help guide the work for our Post-Secondary Students through programs, training, and engagements.

The ideal candidate is a Band member living in the province with a background in an education related field and teaching of five years’ experience. If you are committed and want to contribute your knowledge as a volunteer on this committee, please see below for an Expression of Interest.

Application deadline for interest Friday, December 3, 2021 at 12:00pm NST.

Click here for details

Byelection – Call for Nominations Exploits Ward Councilor

Posted by Qalipu on November 1, 2021

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

RCMP Summer Student Program Opportunity 2022

Posted by Qalipu on October 27, 2021

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

Workplace Safety Training Initiative

Posted by Qalipu on October 13, 2021

In partnership with College of the North Atlantic (CNA), Qalipu First Nation is pleased to announce we will be conducting a Workplace Safety Training Initiative at CAN Grand Falls-Windsor Campus from November 1st – November 15th. This opportunity is designed for Qalipu Members or self-identifying Indigenous individuals who are interested in completing workplace safety training courses.

The application form can be found here:Workplace Safety Training Initiative Application

Applications are due October 22nd, 2021 @ 4:00PM and can be submitted either via email to ymacdonald@qalipu.ca, or hand-delivered/mailed to the St. George’s Office.