Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – November 2023

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November has been a big month for the Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government. A few weeks ago, we unveiled our exciting new initiative, the Listuguj Wellness Renewal Initiative. This initiative was created to help promote the overall well-being and…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – October 2023

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October is Mi’gmaw History Month, and it is a great time to reflect on what it means to be Mi’gmaq. As we are wrapping up our fall lobster season and moving into hunting season, I’d like to remind community members of the importance of…

CHIEF’S CORNER WITH CHIEF SCOTT MARTIN – September 2023

Summer is officially over, and we have moved into the Fall months. I’d like to thank the garden staff for their harvests, and for working hard this season to supply Listuguj with healthy and fresh vegetables. I’d also like to thank the…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – August 2023

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At the end of July, I was presented with a traditional headdress made by Claudia Gray, Pernell Wysote, and Oakley Rain Wysote Gray. I would like to thank them for this kind gesture, and for all the hard work that went into making it. With Summer…

CHIEF’S CORNER WITH CHIEF SCOTT MARTIN – JULY 2023

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Summer is in full swing, and we’ve had many great events and celebrations in the community! Indigenous People’s Day, the Listuguj Graduation Banquet, the Bike Rodeo, the NAIG athlete parade, and more! On behalf of the administration, we…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – June 2023

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On June 11th, we honored and acknowledged the events that took place in 1981 that strengthened our community. It was great to see so many people out for our Migwite’tm 81 Commemoration event. Thank you to all the sponsors and volunteers who…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – May 2023

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We are six months into the term, and I am optimistic about how we have moved forward with Chief and Council’s commitment to supporting the community. Earlier this month we held a Staff Appreciation Dinner for employees celebrating 20 years…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – April 2023

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Spring has sprung in Listuguj! Even though we had a tame winter, we welcome the warm weather and sunshine. This month, our fishers departed for the 2023 crab fishery season. The Fisheries Send-Off Ceremony was a special event that allowed community…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – March 2023

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It’s been four months since the new administration has come into effect, and we’ve had the opportunity to attend various events in and out of Listuguj. It’s important for us to bring information and knowledge back to share with the community.…

Chief’s Corner with Chief Scott Martin – February 2023

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2023 is off to a great start! We are seeing the community come together and taking care of one another in our coldest month yet. With our fiscal year dwindling down and coming to an end, I am happy to say that the staff at Listuguj Mi’gmaq…