What’s New at Waqatasg Elders Home?

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On July 19th, a staff orientation meeting was held at the Waqatasg Elders Home for all new staff: Management, Nursing, Personal Support Workers, Administrative, Kitchen, Maintenance, and Custodial. The following week, Waqatasg opened its…

Maternal & Child Health Program

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The Maternal and Child Health program provides prenatal care, including monthly prenatal follow up assessments, assistance with finding a doctor to follow you through your pregnancy in collaboration with CLSC, referrals to Midwifery services,…

Local Business Spotlight – Wasueg 3D Printing

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Wasueg 3D Printing was established roughly two years ago. Interest in this business began shortly after 12-year-old Aliyah Wasueg Bernard received a 3D printer for her Birthday. Her siblings, 10-year-old Anthony Bernard Savoie and 8-year-old…

20 Years of Service Celebration

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At the end of May, the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government held a celebration to recognize employees celebrating 20+ years of service with the organization.Congratulations to the following employees:Darla CaplinChristopher MetallicBruce MitchellDenise…

Alaqsite’w Gitpu Sports Banquet 2023-2024 Winners

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SoccerCoaches – Felix Atencio-Gonzales & Omar Louafi Rookie of the Year – Henry GibsonMost Improved – Emily BarnabyTop Defensive – Grace CondoGolden Foot Award – Alexis MetallicMost Valuable Player – Alexis MetallicGitpugji’jg…

Gathering of the Mi’gmawei Mawiomi – May 28-29, 2024

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Strategic planning is a valuable management tool that provides strength in alignment while supporting change. The MMS Executive initiated the need for such work with the firm MNP last fall with the MMS staff and subsequently with the MM leadership…

Listuguj Community Health Services – Medical Transportation

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The Listuguj Community Health Services Directorate offers several different programs and resources to Listuguj community members, including Medical Transportation. Keetha Metallic has recently taken on the role of Medical Transportation…

Coffee with a Cop

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Coffee with a Cop is a Nationwide event that brings Police Officers and the community members they serve together over a cup of coffee and good conversation. This event was held on May 15th at the Elder’s Lodge!

Turtle Lodge – A Place for Healing

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One of the newest developments in the community of Listuguj is the Turtle Lodge. The Turtle Lodge was created as a place for practicing healing in the ways of Mi’gmaq ancestors. The idea for the project began a couple of years ago, and…

Lobster Distribution

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Earlier this month, The Scientific Team and helpers distributed lobster and crab to all homes in the community. Thank you for organizing and distributing the lobster and crab. Your hard work is appreciated! Thank you to the fishermen and…