Magnetawan First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER JULY 2015

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1 Magnetawan First Nation MONTHLY NEWSLETTER JULY Hwy 529, Britt, Ontario P0G 1A0 Phone: Fax: Web Site: Youth and Elder Water Gathering Held in Sault Ste. Marie. Attended by Chief Diabo and Terry Jones and hosted by Chiefs of Ontario. To see the video that was published about the event, visit: node/398 IN THIS ISSUE JUNE 2015 National Aboriginal Day Celebration Madahbee Wins I ve never forgotten who I serve, Madahbee wins thirdinconsecutive term says Madahbee his speech prior to the election... Deputy Grand Council Chief Glen Hare, Northern Superior Regional Chief Pierre Pelletier, Lake Huron Chief Paul Eshkakogan, Southwestern Regional Chief Joe Miskokomon, Southeastern Regional Chief Jim Bob Marsden and Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee. CURVE LAKE FN Patrick Wedaseh Madahbee won his third consecutive term as Grand Council Chief of the Anishinabek Nation. Candidates Chief Lyle Sayers of Garden River First Nation and Madahbee of Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation participated in a stand-up election on June 3 at Grand Council Assembly in Curve Lake. Madahbee had 32 votes to Say- ers 10. It s actually Madahbee s fourth term as Grand Council Chief he served the position in the 1980s as well. I ve never forgotten who I serve, says Madahbee in his speech prior to the election. Madahbee s priorities continue moving the Anishinabek Education Agreement forward, along with the Anishinabek Nation Child Well-Being Law. I think we are coming upon an exciting time, says Madahbee. We have a meeting set up with Premier Wynne at the end of August, we re advancing our priorities and exercising our inherent jurisdiction. Deputy Grand Council Chief Glen Hare was acclaimed for a fourth term. Candidates Chief Lyle Sayers and Patrick Madahbee participate in a stand-up election where their supporters stand behind them. Land Code Press Release...

2 Magnetawan First Nation Ratifies Land Code Through a Historical Vote, Magnetawan First Nation approves its Land Code, Community to Govern Reserve Lands and Resources Magnetawan First Nation (June 22, 2015) On June 20, 2015 Magnetawan First Nation voters cast their ballots to ratify their Land Code, becoming the 56 th First Nation in Canada and the 11 th First Nation in Ontario to ratify the Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management (Framework Agreement). In the region, Nipissing, Dokis, Henvey Inlet and Shawanaga First Nations have enacted Land Codes. Without a Land Code, the province and Canada may seek to expropriate reserve land for the Highway 69 expansion. Currently, the First Nation reserve lands along Highway 69 under the protection of a Land Code, Henvey Inlet, Shawanaga and now Magnetawan, are permanently immune from expropriation for any provincial purpose and no provincial government or agency can have First Nation land expropriated by Canada. The Land Code puts Magnetawan in the driver s seat for the negotiation of the expansion of Highway 69 to four lanes. 52% of all voting age members participated. With a vote result of 96 yes votes and 14 no votes, an overwhelming majority (86%) of the members who cast a ballot gave a clear message that the authority over land governance will be returned to Magnetawan First Nation. The Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management was the first real recognition that First Nations have an inherent right to govern their own reserve lands and resources. This First Nation-conceived Framework Agreement with Canada has expanded from the original 14 First Nation signatories in 1996, to 118 First Nations signatories in With the overwhelming support and participation, it is strong message to the leadership and to Canada. Magnetawan will now implement land governance, assume jurisdiction over their reserve lands and resources, and opt out of 34 land-related sections of the Indian Act. It is one of the most significant historical events to take place at Magnetawan. Land management will now reflect the unique needs and traditions of the community, provide environmental protection for the reserve land and resources, and accelerate progress in areas such as economic development.

3 Chief William Diabo stated: "The Magnetawan First Nation citizens have come forward as a whole and have delivered a clear message that we, as an Anishinabek Nation do envision that First Nation land management are an important step in moving forward in the direction of self government. The restoration of our inherent right to self determination in the management of our lands and resources in a more effective and efficient manner than under the Indian Act will provide our First Nation with greater opportunities to be more competitive on a number of important economic development initiatives which will lead to prosperity and economic growth and ultimately to self sufficiency." Magnetawan First Nation is located approximately 1 hour south of Sudbury, Ontario and has approximately 249 band members. For more information please visit: For further information please contact: Chief William Diabo Magnetawan First Nation (705)

4 MAGNETAWAN FIRST NATION JULY 2015 Message from Chief & Council CHIEFS OF ONTARIO ELECT ISADORE DAY AS NEW REGIONAL CHIEF AT THE 41ST ANNUAL ALL ONTARIO CHIEFS CONFERENCE (June 17, 2015) --- A new Ontario Regional Chief was elected in a traditional ceremony at the 41st Annual All Ontario Chiefs Conference today hosted by Anishinabe of Wauzhushk Onigum First Nation (Rat Portage) Treaty #3 Territory. As Regional Chief, Isadore Day is a member of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Executive and the Chair of the Political Confederacy for the Chiefs of Ontario. In this capacity, he is mandated to deal with the federal and provincial governments on certain issues relevant to First Nations within Ontario. The Chiefs of Ontario is a political forum and secretariat for collective decisionmaking, action, and advocacy for the 133 First Nations communities located within the boundaries of the province of Ontario. The Regional Chief s activities are guided by our Chiefs-in-Assembly who represent the Anishinabek, Mushkegowuk, Onkwehonwe, and Lenape Peoples. With their guidance and direction, the Regional Chief s primary role is to actively advocate our Indigenous Nations inherent and Treaty rights are protected, respected and implemented. Much effort is allocated to reminding and pressing the federal and provincial governments of their obligations and responsibilities in implementing Treaties and to ensure they respect our Peoples inherent and Treaty rights.

5 KATHLEEN WYNNE CALLS FEDERAL RESPONSE TO TRC STUDY 'DISAPPOINTING' CP June 6, 2015 Wynne began her speech to the Ontario Liberal annual general meeting on Saturday by acknowledging the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, saying her party must work to build a better relationship with First Nations, Métis and Inuit people. "There never really was, but there is now no possible excuse for any government to ignore the abuses of our past relationship," she said. o/kathleen-wynne-calls-federal- response-to-trc-study-disappointing AFN ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY NOTICE The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) 36th Annual General Assembly (AGA) will take place on the Mohawks of Kahnawá:ke traditional territory, Montréal, Quebec July 7-9, The AGA will be held in two venues, the Hotel Bonaventure Montréal (previously the Hilton Bonaventure) and the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel. / _aga_notice_2.pdf NEWS RELEASE ONTARIO REGIONAL CHIEF CALLS ON INDIAN AND NORTHERN AFFAIRS CANADA TO EXPEDITE FIRST NATIONS FUNDING TORONTO, ON (June 9, 2015) --- Ontario Regional Chief Stan Beardy is calling on Indian and Northern Affairs Canada to improve its funding policies after CBC News reported on $1 billion in lapsed funding over five years. While First Nations communities across Ontario lack basic infrastructure and services, with many under 10 plus years of boil water advisories and having to use outhouses, the Government of Canada is holding up direly needed funding in Ottawa with red tape and administrative barriers, said Ontario Regional Chief Beardy. First Nations attempts to partner with INAC are continually frustrated by delays. The Department needs to reform its funding procedures so we can make changes on the ground quicker and more effectively. CBC obtained an analysis of INAC funds from the Privy Council Office last week through an Access to Information request. The report showed that the Department had lapsed close to $1 billion in funding since Most of that funding was reprofiled by the Department and spent in future years. There are real opportunity costs to delaying agreements and reprofiling funding, said Regional Chief Beardy. First Nations rely on INAC to be predictable and timely so that they can provide essential services to their citizens. The Department must be a better job to meet the Crown s fiduciary obligations to First Nations. INAC administers funding to First Nations for programs, services, infrastructure, and housing. Additionally, INAC supports special projects and initiatives from First Nations organizations. Funding from INAC also support First Nations entrepreneurship, education, and strategic partnerships. A series of changes to funding programs over the last several years have slowed down the funding process for many First Nations groups. ONTARIO REGIONAL CHIEF DAY A DAY TO REMEMBER THAT WE ARE ALL TREATY PARTNERS NetnewsLedger June 22, 2015 National Aboriginal Day is an opportunity to celebrate the amazing contributions that Indigenous peoples have made to Canada and that young Indigenous women and men are continuing to make today, said Regional Chief Day. Following the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, today is also an occasion to reflect on how we move forward to create a new era of social justice and hope for Indigenous peoples.

6 CAREY PRICE'S NHL AWARDS SPEECH ENCOURAGES ABORIGINAL YOUTH CBC June 25, 2015 Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price encouraged First Nations youth to be leaders in their communities as he accepted one of four trophies he won at last night's NHL Awards in Las Vegas. "I would like to take a moment to encourage First Nations youth," said Price, who was raised in the largely aboriginal community of Anahim Lake, B.C. eal/carey-price-s-nhl-awards-speech- encourages-aboriginal-youth ONTARIO LAUNCHES ABORIGINAL PROCUREMENT PROGRAM Nationtalk June 26, 2015 The Aboriginal Procurement Program supports First Nations entrepreneurs and business owners. Across Ontario, First Nations are seeking greater access to Ontario s economy and are ready to move forward in the spirit and intent of our Treaties. I encourage initiatives such as this that create hope, opportunity and capacity for First Nations and our citizens. Isadore Day, Ontario Regional Chief, Chiefs of Ontario NATION 2 NATION SPEAKS WITH REGIONAL CHIEF ISADORE DAY APTN June 26, 2015 For years, Isadore Day has been the outspoken chief of the Serpent River First Nation in Ontario. Now, after being elected as grand chief of the Chiefs of Ontario, Day is representing Ontario at the Assembly of First Nation. He joined host Nigel Newlove to talk about his agenda. GAS STATIONS ON FIRST NATIONS RESERVES IN CANADA RezGas June 26, 2015 Native service stations provide regular employment for many First Nations communities across Canada. Band members who fuel their vehicles at these gas stations or purchase products are, upon presentation of their Indian Status Cards, tax exempt. As you travel though First Nation communities, please support their businesses. ABORIGINAL KIDS IN CARE: 4 APPROACHES TO IMPROVE CANADA'S TRACK RECORD CBC June 27, 2015 The consensus among experts in social services is this: Canada's current child-in-care system is deeply flawed. There were nearly 30,000 children in care across the country in 2011, according to Statistics Canada, and nearly 50 per cent of those were aboriginal approaches-to-improve-canada-s-track-record THE ABORIGINAL VOTE: CAN INDIGENOUS CANADIANS SWING THE ELECTION? Ottawa Citizen June 28, 2015 The Assembly of First Nations has argued in recent weeks that if indigenous voters turn out en masse in October, they could influence the results in as many as 51 federal ridings. If so, amid early predictions of a minority government, those voters could play a significant role in deciding which party takes power.

7 FIRST NATIONS ARE LEADING THE CHARGE TO PROTECT THE GREAT LAKES ECOSYSTEM CHIEF DAY Netnews Ledger June 29, 2015 First Nations are leading the charge to protect the Great Lakes Ecosystem. We created a Declaration to guide the restoration of the waters in our ancestral lands based on our traditional knowledge, inherent rights, sacred responsibilities, and the wisdom of our Elders, said Ontario Regional Chief Day. FIRST NATIONS RECOGNIZED AT GRAND COUNCIL 2015 FOR MOVING FORWARD ON ANISHINABEK CONTROL OF EDUCATION Anishinabek News July 3, 2015 At the June 2015 Grand Council Assembly, each of the 17 First Nations that passed a Band Council Resolution in support of initialling the Anishinabek Nation Education Agreement was presented with a certificate by Chief James Marsden, Education Portfolio, Anishinabek Nation Leadership Council, and Lloyd Myke, Vice-Chairperson of the Kinomaadswin Education Body Board of Directors. JUNE 2015 Printed copies of Anishinabek News are available on request for community members by contacting Magnetawan First Nation Administration, (705)

8 NEWS RELEASE ONTARIO REGIONAL CHIEF DAY CALLS ON CANADA AND ONTARIO TO IMPLEMENT WATER DECLARATION TORONTO, ON (June 25, 2015) Ontario Regional Chief Isadore Day is calling on Canada and Ontario to work with First Nation leaders to implement the Water Declaration of the Anishinaabek, Mushkegowuk, and Onkwehone to protect the Great Lakes. Ontario and Canada concluded meetings today with representatives from the United States on activities to protect the Great Lakes region. First Nations are leading the charge to protect the Great Lakes Ecosystem. We created a Declaration to guide the restoration of the waters in our ancestral lands based on our traditional knowledge, inherent rights, sacred responsibilities, and the wisdom of our Elders, said Ontario Regional Chief Day. We will continue to bring the Water Declaration forward to make sure that Indigenous values guide Great Lakes initiatives. The Declaration was written in 2008 during a First Nations summit on water in Garden River First Nation. It captures key First Nations perspectives and priorities related to water quality, water quantity, drinking water, and environmental integrity. The Declaration provides a framework to support First Nations environmental aspirations through collaboration, Indigenous leadership, and First Nations ceremonies. The Declaration also highlights the integral role of women and youth in protecting the water. Regional Chief Day has consistently called on Ontario and Canada to support women as protectors of the water. The Regional Chief s call to implement the Water Declaration comes following the conclusion of semi-annual meetings of the Great Lakes Executive Committee, a body that coordinates activities between the United States and Canada under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. The Great Lakes Executive Committee includes representatives from First Nations and Tribal Governments in the United States. The Declaration should guide bi-national tables to ensure Great Lakes activities respect First Nations' rights and sovereignty," said Ontario Regional Chief Day. "I am encouraged that Chiefs of Ontario is working with the Ontario Ministry of Environment and Climate Change to advance the Declaration. I look forward to advancing dialogue with Ontario and Canada to improve their coordination with First Nations on Great Lakes efforts, and a commitment to clearly define our mutual efforts to recognizing shared jurisdiction as it relates to the Water Declaration." The Water Declaration of the Anishinaabek, Muskegowuk and Onkwehone can be found online The Chiefs of Ontario is a political forum and a secretariat for collective decision making, action, and advocacy for the 133 First Nation communities located within the boundaries of the province of Ontario, Canada. Follow Chiefs of Ontario on Facebook or For more information, please contact: Jamie Monastyrski, Communications Phone: jamie.monastyrski@coo.org

9 On-Reserve Housing and Infrastructure: Recommendations for Change Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples The Honourable Dennis Glen Patterson, Chair The Honourable Lillian Eva Dyck, Deputy Chair June 2015

10 Appendix A: Recommendations A. Overarching recommendation RECOMMENDATION 1 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada remove the 2% cap on annual increases on funding, effective Budget B. Recommendations relating to housing RECOMMENDATION 2 That the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation allocate sufficient funds to the On-Reserve Non-Profit Housing Program, also known as the Section 95 program, in order to address the growing shortage of housing on reserve; and That CMHC explore options to ensure greater flexibility in the way that funding is allocated for the On-Reserve Non-Profit Housing Program, in particular, to allow for multi-year commitments which would give communities adequate time to organize construction. RECOMMENDATION 3 That the Annual Band Support Program at Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada provide funding for the hiring of a qualified housing manager on reserve, if necessary. 54 On-Reserve Housing and Infrastructure: Recommendations for Change

11 RECOMMENDATION 4 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada Consult with First Nations organizations to identify concerns related to the jurisdictional authority for implementing and enforcing building codes and to assess the capacity issues which would be required to adopt and then enforce building codes; Put in place the necessary measures to address the capacity of First Nations (and organizations which provide support to First Nations) to comply with legislated standards as a precondition of a new legislative framework for the application of building codes on reserve; and Develop such legislation, in consultation with affected First Nations. RECOMMENDATION 5 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada review the shelter allowance component of the Income Assistance Program to: Assess whether the level of shelter allowance is adequate to cover the housing costs of recipients, including rent and heating, and to ensure that it is applied in a consistent manner across regions and reflects the provincial comparability principle; and That the results of this review be tabled in Parliament no later than June 30, RECOMMENDATION 6 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation collaborate in the development of a housing strategy for remote and isolated First Nations communities; that this strategy address the specific challenges and costs of building in remote communities; and that AANDC review the adequacy of the remote and isolation index to ensure that it reflects actual costs. On-Reserve Housing and Infrastructure: Recommendations for Change 55

12 RECOMMENDATION 7 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, in consultation with First Nations, take immediate steps to improve the efficiency of the Ministerial Loan Guarantee (MLG) approval process and the operational guidelines of the MLG program to ensure that they provide First Nations with the required flexibility to manage risks associated with mortgages backed by MLGs. Also, the government expand the MLG program to grant First Nations governments access to the program, rather than just individual First Nations members; and the government increase the guarantee authority limit to $3.2 billion with consideration for future increases. RECOMMENDATION 8 That the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation commission a value for money evaluation of the First Nations Market Housing Fund, and develop a series of proposals for expanding the possible uses of the Fund, including the possibility of securitizing the Fund to finance innovative housing projects; and That the proportion of the First Nations Market Housing Fund allocated to the Capacity Development Program component be increased and eligibility for this program component be extended to First Nations who are at the first stages of applying for the FNMHF. C. Recommendations related to infrastructure and financing RECOMMENDATION 9 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada take the necessary steps to extend the application of the First Nations Land Management Act (FNLMA) with a focus on: Ensuring that First Nations currently operating under the Indian Act land management regime are provided with the training necessary to transition to the FNLMA in a timely manner; Ensuring that the current signatory First Nations to the FNLMA regime are provided with the support necessary to become fully operational and to meet the increased requirements of the regime, including developing their land codes; and 56 On-Reserve Housing and Infrastructure: Recommendations for Change

13 Addressing, on an urgent basis, the backlog of applicants currently awaiting entry to the FNLMA regime, and exploring, in collaboration with the First Nations Lands Advisory Board, financing options to allow for greater First Nations participation in the regime. RECOMMENDATION 10 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada explore the possibility of opt-in legislation, in consultation with First Nations, which would make Section 89 of the Indian Act inapplicable. Such opt-in legislation could facilitate private property ownership for First Nations members living on reserve. RECOMMENDATION 11 Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada explore, in consultation with First Nations, the creation of a ministerial loan guarantee program for First Nations infrastructure on reserve. RECOMMENDATION 12 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada take immediate steps to convene a national roundtable with the National Aboriginal Economic Development Board and other First Nations organizations to explore ways to facilitate First Nations access to Indian moneys, whether through amendments to the First Nations Oil and Gas and Moneys Management Act or through other appropriate legislative or policy measures. RECOMMENDATION 13 That Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada ensure that adequate funding be provided to First Nations for the development of comprehensive community plans; that such plans reflect both community infrastructure and economic development needs; and that they cover a period of longer than 5 years. On-Reserve Housing and Infrastructure: Recommendations for Change 57

14 Magnetawan First Nation EDUCATION JULY 2015 Support young filmmaker Marina Byrne Parry Sound North Star Jun 26, 2015 PARRY SOUND - Marina Byrne is following in the footsteps of other Indigenous youth filmmakers from the Parry Sound area. Her film Closure made the short list and is now up on the ImagineNATIVE website for voting. Marina participated in the ImagineNATIVE Youth Film Making workshop at Parry Sound High School in April along with six other students. With her film on the voting short list Marina could win the opportunity for her film to be shown at the ImagineNATIVE Film Festival in Toronto in October. Students who have won this prestigious opportunity before include Myesha Collins, Shania Tabobandung, and Keelan Keshig. Carol Stevens Education Counselor education@magnetawanfirstnation.com

15 Magnetawan First Nation EDUCATION JULY 2015 July 6, 2015 I would like to say CONGRATULATIONS to all of this year s graduates!! All students received an incentive for completing Grade 8 and Grade 12, as well as, Post Secondary programs! Elementary: Jerome Noganosh Meera Noganosh Jerome received an award from the M.F.N. administration for the Most Academic student at Britt Public School. Meera received an incentive from M.F.N administration for graduation! Secondary: Marina Brynes Melissa Dominic Gabriel Trodd Daniella Smith Thunder Noganosh Sarah Van Ryswk Marina received the Catholic Woman s League award for Leadership from the Britt community for her great work at Parry Sound High School. Melissa received an incentive from M.F.N. administration for graduation! Gabriel received the English award from the Parry Sound High School. Daniella received an incentive from M.F.N. administration for graduation! Thunder received an incentive from M.F.N. administration for graduation! Sarah received an incentive from M.F.N. administration for graduation! Post Secondary Lisa Paul Native Community Worker-Traditional Aboriginal Healing Method Class St Clair College ON-LINE PROGRAM Misty Noganosh 1. Web Page Designer (2014) 2. Adobe Photoshop Certificate (2014) Kim Bisonette 1. Administration Assistant Diploma Carol Stevens, Education Counselor Carol Stevens Education Counselor education@magnetawanfirstnation.com

16 Lands & Resources Workshop June 11, 2015 Magnetawan First Nation Lands & Resources Department provided a workshop on June 11, 2015, at the MFN Community Hall. It started with a feast at 12:00 pm. Topics included: Water Quality Characterization (Year 1 results - Bev Clark, Biologist) Bev Clark provided a presentation on the Lab results of our water testing from 2014, which I am happy to share, are excellent. This project is targeting the Total Phosphorous (TP) levels in Byng Inlet/Magnetawan River and where this may be entering the water flow. The entire Byng Inlet and the river are in a healthy state at this time, but we also have 2 years remaining on this important study. Byng Inlet Land Use Characterization (Randy/Marg French) Randy & Marg French shared the information from their research into the Land Use Characterization of Byng Inlet and Magnetawan River. This presentation was accompanied by a map of the Byng Inlet and Magnetawan River, which illustrated all water testing locations, tributaries, septic systems, full time/seasonal dwellings and any other potential source for Phosphorous. This was well received from the small group that participated, which included MFN Councillor Lana Noganosh. (Pictured sitting below)

17 Species at Risk Summer 2015 (Ryan Morin & Terry Jones) Ryan Morin provided an excellent session again, as he went over some of the amazing reptiles and critters that they have come across this year, so far. One of the newest critters was a Grey Tree Frog that was located near the band office. This frog is an amazing creature, as it is able to change colours, to match its surroundings and also to protect itself from predators. (Ryan Morin pictured below) Ryan also talked about the concerning decline in our Massassauga Rattlesnake population this spring. The participants, along with Ryan created some dialogue, as to the potential causes of this potential catastrophic event. The crowd was informed how our turtle protection and data recovery has been utilized this year. The crowd heard that there was a very bad day in late May for our critters, as there was a significant amount of turtles injured or killed in a 24 hour period, which was very disheartening. Chi-Miigwetch Anthony Laforge Lands & Resources

18 Feathers of Hope Aboriginal Youth Welfare Forum 2015 From Tuesday May 19 th Friday May 22 nd I attended the Feathers of Hope youth Forum regarding Aboriginal Youth in Children s aid. We participated in four main group discussions on the children s aid systems. The first discussion was regarding what Aboriginal youth thought about the unacceptably high number of Native children in foster care, and what can be done about it. The second topic was a discussion about how it feels to grow up in a non-aboriginal family and be neglected of traditional teachings. The third topic was about traditional and cultural practices involved in foster care. This could involve cultural education or exposure by attending cultural events such as pow-wows. While all child welfare systems in Canada face challenges, the added complexities of aboriginal child welfare bring a seemingly unbearable quandary. About 15% of kids in care in Canada are aboriginal, despite natives comprising only 3% of the population; children on reserves are close to eight times more likely than other children to be taken into care. Since Magnetawan First Nation has children who were raised in foster care, we can provide further insight and suggestions to these forums which seek to provide a better future for our children. Terry Jones Magnetawan First Nation

19 Turtle Island Conservation Summer 2015 Our partners from Turtle Island Cnservation provided funds to create a flower garden at the MFN health Center. The flowers planted are beneficial to the life cycle of the Monarch Butterfly, which has had a rough time surviving in our area, over the last 5 years. A good crowd of MFN citizens volunteered their time to assist in the planting. Please come out and have a look at the garden that was completed. A big thank you to our great friends from Turtle Island Conservation (Katie & Amber) for their hard work and the great partners they are. Magnetawan First Nation thanks you very much and keep up the great work.

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22 911 When calling 911 be PrePared to answer these questions: What is your emergency? What is the location of the emergency? [including your Civic Address, Town/Municipality, Apartment/Access Code Information, Closest Major Intersection] Provide the phone number you are calling from. (in case we need to call you back for more information) Ambulance Communication Service **Be prepared to stay on the line to answer questions and follow the direction/advice/ information being provided to you by the Communications Officer. Help is being dispatched simultaneously as more information is being collected.** did You Know The OPP are mandated to respond to every 911 call they receive West Parry Sound OPP responded to 135 calls to 911 between Jan-Mar of % of these calls were unfounded, which means they were misdials/pocket dials/ children playing on the phone how to avoid accidently calling 911 Lock or place your mobile phone in stand-by mode Disable the 911 auto feature Do not place your mobile phone in a position such as in a pocket, where the keys can be accidentally pressed Use a case or holster designed for your mobile device Do not let children play with your old mobile phone. If it has a battery in it, it is still capable of calling 911 did You Know Homeowners are responsible to: Identify your home or cottage with an easily visible Civic Address Number Make sure your Civic Number or House Number is correct and that family members and guests know the number; especially important for cell phone callers Place the number where it is easily seen from the road, or if you are water access, place the number on the end of your dock Ensure vegetation or snow does not obscure the sign visibility

23 Court Is Now In Session The Ministry of the Attorney General, Court Services Division has sent a request to our First Nation. This request pertains to the 2016 Jury Roll Process. Juries are used for criminal and civil trials, as well as for coroner s inquests. Do you wish to provide your information for provincial jury participation? Yes NO If YES, any band member on reserve, (18yrs of age and older), who would like to be added for consideration to the 2016 Jury Roll Process please stop by the Band Office to provide your name and mailing address by end of day JULY 15, MFN will submit only the names and addresses of the members who provide their information. Once the list is added to the Court Services Division in Parry Sound, a MFN Band member will receive a jury questionnaire. After completing the jury questionnaire, eligible people will be put on the jury roll and may be summoned sometime later next year for jury duty. Not everyone who completes a jury questionnaire will be called for jury duty.

24 Magnetawan First Nation COMMUNITY MONTHLY EVENTS JULY 2015 The Community Monthly Events is a publication for Community Members to announce, advertise and inspire our people/community. BIRTHDAYS in JULY On Behalf of Our First Nation, Chief and Council wish everyone celebrating a birthday in the month of July a, Happy Birthday! July 1st David Noganosh July 16th Sean Smith July 4th Rita Noganosh July 19th Peter Cooper July 5th Brenda Noganosh July 22nd George Jacklin Jarrett Leaman July 25th Kaiden Tabobadung July 9th Clinton McQuabbie July 28th Christopher Raymond July 10th Norman Martin July 30th Leslie Noganosh Heidi Schoutens July 31st Keith Hutchinson July 15th Keith Schmidt Lola Noganosh Duck Race Winner: Cathy Maloney. Lil Nhl Hockey kids from Magnetawan First Nation thank you all for your generous support. All money goes towards LIL NHL 2016.