Annual Report 2018-2019 NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

Vision Nipissing First Nation will be a well-balanced, healthy, politically and economically independent, culturally strong and self-governing nation. Mission Our mission is to continue to protect our Nation’s inherent rights and to empower the membership of Nipissing First Nation to work together in a positive, progressive manner to improve well-being and quality of life, to be socially and economically independent, culturally strong, and self-governing.

Values We will be guided by our seven grandfather/grandmother teachings.

Respect- Minaadendamowin: “To honour all creation is to have respect.”

Wisdom- Nibwaakaawin: “To cherish knowledge is to know wisdom.”

Love- Zaagi’idiwin “To know love is to know peace.”

Humility- Dabaadendiziwin “Humility is to know yourself as a sacred part of creation.”

Bravery- Aakode’ewin “Bravery is to face the foe with integrity.”

Honesty- Gwayakwaadiziwin “Honesty in facing a situation is to be brave.”

Truth- Debwewin “Truth is to know all of these things.” NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

Table of Contents

Message from Chief Scott McLeod...... 2

Council & Committees...... 2

Chief Executive Officer’s Update...... 3

Pre-Amble to Gichi-Naaknigewin (Constitution)...... 4

Medicine Wheel of Goals...... 6

Goal #1 - Communication/Transparency...... 7 Administration, Communications & Finance

Financial Management & Audited Financial Statements 2018-2019...... 12

Goal #2 - Governance/Capacity (Leadership & Government)...... 16 Programs & Services, Milestones & Economic Development

Goal #3 - Education/Lifelong Learning...... 20 Education, Employment & Training & Kendaaswin (Library)

Goal #4 - Infrastructure/Community Resources...... 35 Facilities Management, Housing, Fire & Emergency Services

Goal #5 - Stewardship & Protection (Land, Water, Natural Resources)...... 38 Lands, Archaeology & Natural Resources

Goal #6 - Culture and Language...... 41 Anishinaabemwin, Culture & Heritage

Goal #7 - Health & Well-Being...... 45 Health Services & Social Services

Staff Directory TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE

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Message from Chief Scott McLeod Aanin Nbisiing Debendaagziwaad, On behalf of Council, I would like to commend our staff for their continued hard work on the priorities that we put in front of them. Being one of the most progressive First Nation communities - not only in our territory, but throughout the country - does not happen by chance. It takes the commitment of a hard-working team of both political and administrative branches to achieve such status, as well as an engaged and supportive community. Nipissing prides itself on being a progressive nation that emphasizes fairness, accountability, balance, and consideration of future generations in all decision making. We strive to make sound decisions and investments in the areas that are most important to our nation now, and for the future. Our Council will continue to work hard to move our nation forward by focusing on the priorities that our debendaagziwaad have identified, and by maintaining an open and ongoing dialogue to ensure we are on the right path. We look forward to your continued input as we develop and implement plans to enhance the quality of life of our debendaagziwaad. I am humbled by the support of our citizens and staff, and am honoured to serve as Gimaa of the Nbisiing Anishinaabeg. Gichi-Miigwech.

Council & Committees Our committees bring the voices of the membership to current issues and priorities, and provide valuable context for our decision-making processes. Committee recommendations also assist Chief and Council in meeting the Governance Strategic Plan goals of Nipissing First Nation.

NFN Committees - 2018 - 2021 Term: Anishinaabemwin...... Chair: June Commanda Culture & Pow Wow ...... Chair: Corey Goulais Economic Development ...... Chair: Jane Commanda Education...... Chair: Muriel Sawyer Housing & Planning...... Chair: Michael Sawyer Lands & Bylaw...... Chair: Brian Couchie Natural Resources...... Chair: Corey Goulais

Social & Wellness...... Chair: Rick Stevens

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Chief Executive Officer’s Update

Aanii Kina Weya, I am honoured to offer some opening thoughts as my contribution to the annual report for NFN. Once again, our programs and services have exceeded expectations as we move forward with our strategic plan. We continually strive to present information from our broad range of programs and services in ways that make it accessible and easy to access for all debendaagziwaad of NFN, regardless of where they live. We have continued a strong growth trend at NFN, with a clear-eyed vision of the future and a strong commitment by the staff to make that vision a reality. Of course, that also involves the many volunteers and citizens that engage and participate throughout the year. Your voice and feedback is a central element of all NFN planning and decision-making. NFN has continued to make investments that will improve the quality of life for debendaagziwaad for generations to come. A few examples include the new community centre and daycare in Duchesnay, the securing of the bridge replacement contract for Duchesnay Creek, a new land based withdrawal management program for those battling addictions, and numerous other projects. As always, culture and language are central elements of the work we do. We are continue to review our culture and language strategic plan, and will begin to implement it more fully in the year ahead. We will also update the NFN strategic plan to ensure new opportunities and projects and considered in the plan. This report highlights the amazing progress made in a broad array of areas across this nation. I am so pleased and proud to have played a small part in some of this success. I look forward to working with everyone on the new opportunities that are on the horizon as well. As always, I welcome your questions and comments, and invite you to contact me to discuss the contents of this report.

Miigwech,

“Miskaankwaad” Dwayne Nashkawa Emyaa’wsed (Chief Executive Officer)Emyaa’wsed (Chief Executive Officer)

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E-ntambiigaadeg (Preamble)

Niinwin, omaa enjibaajig Nbisiing Nitam the Nipissings is well documented, expressing the Anishinaabeg, ezhi-kenjgaazjig Nbisiing, iw strong inherent values and principles cherished by its zhichigan minwa maajiishkaag iw Gichi-Naaknigewin Debendaagziwaad. This Gichi-Naaknigewin reflects niinwin ndi-gchi-gimaa- kidaagewinan bekish nji- those strong inherent values and principles. e-piitendmaang geye ezhi-ginawendizyaang nji- anishinaabe- eyaawyaang minik edko-yaayaang omaa kiing. Jibwaa bezhaakibiigaadek iw gichi-mzinigan We, the people of the Nipissing First Nation, known Robinson Huron Treaty 1850, Nbisiing ezhnikaazjig as the Nipissings, ordain and establish this Gichi- anishinaabeg aazhgo gii-yaawag minwa gii-mino- Naaknigewin as our supreme law in accordance with yaawag kiing giiwtaaying Nbisiing Zaagigning the values and principles upon which our heritage has gii-ganwendizwaad geye wii-bimaadiziwaad existed. pii-moonigewaad geye nooj-gegoo wii- zgakinmowaad. Prior to the signing of the Robinson Huron Treaty of Iw dash nji-Gichi-Naaknigewin, ndoo-dibaajmomin 1850, the Nipissings had occupied and enjoyed the minwa ndoo-nsidodwinaanaan aw sa gizheminidoo lands surrounding the Lake Nipissing watershed for kina gegoo miigwewin nji-sa mtkakmi-kwe, ezhi- their sustenance and survival through harvesting and dibendizyaang ji- ogimaakeyaang minwa nji-sa ezhi- other means. anishinaabe naadziyaang. By this Gichi-Naaknigewin, we declare and acknowledge the Creator for the gifts of Mother Earth, sovereign rights Pii-gii-beshaakibiigaadeg iw Robinson Huron to govern ourselves and for our cultural heritage. Treaty iw-pii 1850, Ogimaa Shabogesic gii- kido wi-sa-nji aki ji-shkongaadeg giiwedinong nakeyiing Nbisiing Zaagigning wiinwaa sa nji doo-anishinaabemwan ji-nakaazwaad Chi gyat ga-bi-zhiwebak omaa Nbisiing geye ji-gnowendimigowaad. Niinwin dash gwekwendaagziwag omaa anishinaabeg gaa-zhi- Nb Ntam Anishinaabeg ndebwe’endaamin minowaadizwaad, gaa-zhi-ntaa-nokiiwaad minwa niinwin dibenmaang iw pane gii-biyaa’aang gaa-zhi-gizhkweziwaad penmondmowaad kina ezhi- debwewendaagwak pii-giibi-yaamgak gegoo giiwtaaying edigo akiing. Chi gyat ga-bi- iw-sa Robinson Huron Treaty 1850 gaawin zhi-webak omaa Nbisiing gwek zhibiigaademgad, gii- ngoshkaamgozinoon debendang. Ndoo- e-zhi-mshkawziimgak dibendiziwinwaa geye ezhi- mshkawendmaanaanig giw aazhigo gaa-maajaajig debwendmowaad nji-sa iw Debendaagziwaad. Iw gii-daapnamwaad geye gii-zigaakinaanaawaa wi Gichi-Naaknigewin bekish zhi-aasgaabwitaagemgad aki minwa waa-bi-yaajig geyaaba anishinaabeg. ezhi- mshkawziimgak minwa ezhi-debwemgak. At the signing of the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850, The history of the Nipissings confirms the people as a Chief Shabogesic agreed to set aside lands on peaceful, productive and thriving people who have relied the north shore of Lake Nipissing for his people’s on the abundance of natural resources. The history of exclusive use and protection. We the Nipissing First

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Nation people affirm that we have absolute ownership of our traditional territory based on the belief that participation in the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 did not extinguish ownership. We assert that our ancestors simply selected and reserved designated lands and resources for their people.

Iw Gichi-Naaknigewin gyak wiindimaagemgad, ezhindowendaagwak geye ji- gnawendizwaad Ntam Anishinaabeg Debendaagziwaad, wiinwaa ezhi- gimaakidaadizowaad geye gimaakewgamgong nji-sa debenjigaadeg ezhibiigaadeg omaa Gichi- Naaknigewin mziniganing ezhi-giizhendimong pii-omaa mina ezhi- zhaapshkamowaad Debendaagziwaad; This Gichi-Naaknigewin confirms the rights, responsibilities and freedoms of Nipissing First Nation’s Debendaagziwaad, its government and its governing institutions in relation to the jurisdictions set out in this Gichi-Naaknigewin as confirmed by ratification by its Debendaagziwaad. Read the complete Nipissing First Nation Gichi- Naaknigewin (Constitution or Big Law) on our website: https://www.nfn.ca/gichi-naaknigewin-3/

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Our Strategic Plan is reflected in the Medicine Wheel of Goals below. Each department develops an annual work plan that identifies the strategies, actions and tactics they will use to accomplish the goals that are represented within one (or more) of the four main quadrants. The outer rings illustrate the four key pillars that drive the work we do: Debendaagziwaad (our nation members), Community Development, Economic Development and Social Development.

Our goals are centered on the principle that we work for the community, and always in its best interests.

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GOAL #1 Communication/Transparency – (Centre)

Communication/transparency is Goal #1 of our Improving communication is an ongoing process that strategic plan because it’s central to the work we do to requires listening, understanding and being able to serve our nation and debendaagziwaad. see a situation from another person’s point of view. We continue to monitor, evaluate and adjust our It’s easy to take communication for granted because communication strategies based on your feedback. we do it every day, in many ways, without always Miigwech! recognizing its importance. Yet, communication is essential to our ability to engage with each other and what matters to us, on everything from political issues Connect with Us! to community events. @NipissingFN @Nipissing_FN @NipissingFN Effective communication is the foundation for planning, implementing and ultimately achieving our shared Web: www.nfn.ca goals. Collaboration and consultation are critical Contact: Geneviève Couchie, Wiinmaaged building blocks as we work together to create a Ezhwebak (Communications Officer) stronger nation. Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 1270 | Cell: 705-498-2507 While our staff work across many disciplines to deliver Email: [email protected] various programs and services, solid communication with each other and the community is key to the success of these efforts. We strive to be accountable to our debendaagziwaad about what we are working on and how we plan to accomplish our goals by using various tools to get our messages across. We encourage you to read our COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY – (CENTRE) COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY monthly newsletter Enkamgak and visit our website often as new information is added daily. Following our social media feeds is also a great way to stay on top of timely updates. We welcome community feedback to help us continually improve and better meet the needs of the community. GOAL #1 –

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Our Administration supports the day-to-day business Reception Services, Specials Events Coordination, functions of Nipissing First Nation and works to deliver Special Projects Management, and provide guidance to the mandate established by our Chief and Council. other departments across the organization. Administrative staff provide guidance and support to the organization; prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, notices and announcements; coordinate Contacts: events; and address inquiries from community Freda Martel, Director of Administration

COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY – (CENTRE) COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY members, external partners, funders and agencies, as Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 1223

well as the general public and media. Email: [email protected]

Our Chief Executive Officer and Director of Kimberly Salvaneschi, Executive Assistant Administration oversee the following administrative Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 1229 functions: Communications, Emergency Services,

GOAL #1 – Email: [email protected] Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology,

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Our workforce totals 125 full-time employees, and grows to nearly 200 staff members when we include seasonal contracts and student workers (secondary & post-secondary). For the 2018-2019 fiscal year, the Human Resources department recorded 90 hires consisting of 22 salaried positions and 68 contract positions (including the seasonal beautification & maintenance crew, secondary and post-secondary workers, and short-term contracts). Of those 90 job postings, 8 were newly created positions, and were awarded as follows: • 63 positions were filled in the first round (open to NFN members only), • 17 positions were filled in the second round (open to Contacts: members of other First Nations and spouses of NFN members), and Jennifer Lalonde, Human Resources Manager Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 1253 • 5 positions went to a third round (open to everyone: Email: [email protected] status & non-status). Dennis Goulais Jr., Human Resources Clerk Our department serves the dual function of providing Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 1229 advice and support to both individual employees Email: [email protected] and the NFN management team with respect to employee-related matters. We also provide training opportunities and promote employee wellness through support programs and team-building events that are coordinated throughout the year. All employment opportunities are available on our website at https://www.nfn.ca/jobs/ and are also posted to our dedicated NFN Jobs & Training Facebook page. Applications should be emailed to

[email protected], faxed to 705-753-0207 or dropped – (CENTRE) COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY off to the Administration Office.

GOAL #1 –

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FMS certification is essential in laying the roadmap that drives a First Nation community forward on a progressive path to self-governance. We’ve strengthened our governance and financial procedures and policies, which helped build up our fiscal capacity. Ultimately, the FMS Certification and our Gichi- Naaknigewin puts Nipissing in the driver’s seat when it comes to asserting jurisdiction hence supporting our overall goal to become more economically prosperous and independent. Our complete financial audit for the last fiscal year (April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019) is available on our website at: https://www.nfn.ca/finance/audits/ along with previous audits. You can also request a copy in person or call 705-753-2050 to request a copy by email, mail or fax. Nipissing works diligently to advance our nation to become more economically prosperous and The Consolidated Financial Statements are provided in independent. Good governance and Financial the following pages. Management Systems (FMS) certification are essential to the Nation-building path Nipissing is on. Should you have any questions about the contents of these financial statements, please contact: Achieving FMS Certification (in 2016) provided Nipissing the framework and tools needed to drive Tamara (Tammy) Saulis, Chief Financial Officer improvements and achieve goals to benefit our nation 705-753-2050 ext. 1281 | [email protected] and debendaagziwaad. Benefits of having an effective Financial Management System in place include: • increased transparency and accountability to community members; • expanded economic development and community infrastructure initiatives through increased capacity

COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY – (CENTRE) COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY and access to capital; and

• greater confidence recognized by financial institutions, business partners and other stakeholders (including government funding sources). GOAL #1 –

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DID YOU KNOW? • NFN was the 2nd community in Ontario to enact a FAL and achieve Financial Performance certification • NFN was the 1st community in Ontario to participate in the FNFA debenture (to re-finance RBC loans such as the Nipissing Ojibway Daycare/Education Centre and cut the loan payments in half!) • NFN was the 1st community in Ontario and the 4th community in ALL of Canada to become FMS Certified The Financial Administration Law (FAL) is a commitment that we live by and contains four (4) key sections that translate into NFN’s financial policies and Explanatory Notes: procedures. The Financial Management System (FMS) is the internal control designed to ensure ongoing • 2012-2013 is the fiscal year where Tangible Capital compliance with NFN’s Financial Administration Law. Assets were recognized and NFN enacted its NFN can be proud of our reputation of having strong Financial Administration Law. financial administration, governance & management. • 2013-2014 is the fiscal year where NFN received its Financial Performance Certificate (the first of two FMA certificates that a community can get) • 2016-2017 is the fiscal year where NFN received its FMS Certification (this is the second of two FMA certificates that a community can get) • NFN has seen an increase in revenue of $6 million since 2012-2013 as a result of new Health program funding, construction grants and fundraising.

Milestone Date of Achievement Financial Administration Law (FAL) Enacted by NFN...... September 3, 2013

Received the Financial Performance Certificate...... October 1, 2013 – (CENTRE) COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY

NFN accepted as borrowing member of First Nations Finance Authority...... November 4, 2013 Participated in First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA) debenture...... June 19, 2014

Received Financial Management Systems (FMS) Certification...... December 21, 2016 GOAL #1 –

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NIPISSING FIRST NATION Exhibit A - Consolidated Statement of Financial Position

March 31, 2019, with comparative information for 2018

2019 2018

Financial assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 15,962,346 $ 11,193,830 Short-term investments (note 3) 3,579,442 3,534,957 Accounts and grants receivable (note 4) 3,017,301 2,707,641 Housing mortgages and other long-term receivables (note 5) 7,214,281 6,385,298 Restricted assets - Nipissing 2013 Boundary Claim Trust (note 6) 84,258,425 82,385,807 Funds held in trust by the Government of Canada (note 7) 290,779 290,779 114,322,574 106,498,312 Financial liabilities Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (note 8) 5,267,292 3,351,950 Prepaid leases 185,489 218,589 Deferred program revenue (note 9) 3,199,051 1,464,999 Long-term debt (note 10) 6,726,664 5,552,317 15,378,496 10,587,855

Net financial assets 98,944,078 95,910,457

Non-financial assets Tangible capital assets (note 11) 46,230,602 43,166,520 Prepaid expenses 65,690 144,791 46,296,292 43,311,311

Commitments and contingent liabilities (notes 12)

Accumulated surplus (note 13) $ 145,240,370 $ 139,221,768

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

Approved:

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1 See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. Accumulated surplus, endofyear Accumulated surplus,beginning of year Annual surplus The Nipissing2013BoundaryClaimTrust: Vacation expense Gain (loss)onsaleoftangiblecapitalassets Excess ofrevenueoverexpensesbeforetheundernoted Expenses: Revenue: Year endedMarch31,2019,withcomparativeinformationfor201 Exhibit B-ConsolidatedStatementofOperationsandAccumulate NIPISSING FIRSTNATION Other expenses Nipissing FirstNationexpenditures Per capitadistributions Investment income Housing First NationEnterprises Capital Social Services Health Services Community Operations Other Education Canada MortgageandHousingCorporation Union ofOntarioIndians(note15) Kinoomaadziwin EducationBod Other provincial Ministry ofEducation Ontario FirstNationsLimitedPartnership Ministry ofCommunityandSocialService Health Canada Other Indigenous ServicesCanada(note14) NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT y s 8 d Surplus 145,240,370 $ 3,709,253 $

139,221,768 27,443,870 29,256,871 6,018,602 5,865,744 1,813,001 4,226,614 1,791,988 1,518,766 3,325,602 6,617,407 4,600,819 6,519,641 3,605,960 1,656,273 2,016,687 3,670,037 5,289,965 1,903,414 9,175,219 (387,568) (515,107) (736,455) 251,311 987,696 576,613 614,985 661,093 (18,059) (2,954) 2019 139,221,768 $ 9,070,715 $

134,530,207 22,135,615 23,212,704 4,691,561 3,640,164 5,361,629 1,051,397 1,077,089 1,666,156 2,735,378 2,773,917 4,168,653 3,213,326 6,492,999 1,319,126 1,308,467 1,808,433 1,572,883 6,150,272 (521,754) (524,898) (674,813) 480,125 605,061 401,907 900,332 680,569 (29,408) 3,716 2018 2 - 13 GOAL #1 – COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY – (CENTRE) NIPISSING FIRST NATION • ANNUAL NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

NIPISSING FIRST NATION Exhibit C - Consolidated Statement of Changes in Net Financial Assets

Year ended March 31, 2019, with comparative information for 2018

2019 2018

Annual surplus $ 6,018,602 4,691,561

Acquisition of tangible capital assets (5,175,770) (5,201,014) Amortization of tangible capital assets 2,108,734 1,843,357 Loss (gain) on sale of tangible capital assets 2,954 (3,716) Proceeds on sale of tangible capital assets - 10,000 2,954,520 1,340,188

Change in prepaid expenses 79,101 82,251

Change in net financial assets 3,033,621 1,422,439

Net financial assets, beginning of year 95,910,457 94,488,018

Net financial assets, end of year $ 98,944,078 $ 95,910,457

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY – (CENTRE) COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY

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3 Cash andcashequivalents,beginning ofyear See accompanying notestoconsolidatedfinancial statements. Cash andcashequivalents,end ofyear Increase incash Investing activities: Capital activities: Financing activities: Operating activities: Year endedMarch31,2019,withcomparativeinformationfor2018 Exhibit D-ConsolidatedStatementofCashFlows NIPISSING FIRSTNATION nraei osn otae n te ogtr eevbe (828,983) Decrease (increase)inshort-terminvestments Increase inhousingmortgagesandotherlong-termreceivables Decrease inrestrictedinvestments Proceeds onsaleoftangiblecapitalassets Acquisition oftangiblecapitalassets Proceeds onissuanceoflong-termdebt Changes innon-cashworkingcapital: Principal paymentsonlong-termdebt Adjustments fornon-cashitems: Annual surplus Decrease inprepaidexpenses Increase indeferredprogramrevenue Increase (decrease)inprepaidleases accruedliabilities Increase inaccountspayableand Increase inaccountsandgrantsreceivable Gain (loss)onsaleoftangiblecapitalassets Amortization oftangiblecapitalassets NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT 15,962,346 $ 6,018,602 $

11,193,830 11,516,025 (5,175,770) (1,872,618) (2,746,086) (5,175,770) 1,734,052 4,768,516 1,466,000 1,915,342 2,108,734 1,174,347 8,130,290 (309,660) (291,653) (44,485) (33,100) 79,101 2,954 2019

- 11,193,830 $ 4,691,561 $

(5,201,014) (5,191,014) 6,615,472 4,578,358 2,561,105 2,622,834 7,475,397 6,531,202 1,843,357 (141,206) (267,130) (267,130) 774,475 (73,452) 79,477 82,251 90,272 70,649 10,000 (3,716) 2018 4

- 15 GOAL #1 – COMMUNICATION/TRANSPARENCY – (CENTRE) 16 GOAL #2 – GOVERNANCE / CAPACITY (EAST) Administration officeandatwww.nfn.ca. Council agendasandminutesare postedatthe of eachmonthandare opentothemembership. Council meetingsare heldonthe1stand3rd Tuesday on andoff reserve. 3-year termbyregistered Debendaagziwaadlivingboth Chief, andsix(6)Councillorswhoare electedfora byaChief,Deputy Nipissing FirstNationisgoverned GOAL #2–Governance/Capacity(East) NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT • services forourcommunity: We are proud toprovide extensiveprograms and Programs &Services program managersandsupervisors. Please seetheinsideback coverforalistingof • • • • • • • • • • • • • Education • Culture & Heritage,includingAnishinaabemwin Water &Waste Water Treatment Recycling &Waste Diversion Public Works &Roads Social Services-includingNativeChildWelfare Natural Resources Membership Services Land Management Housing (on-reserve rental andownershipprograms Health Services-includingacomprehensive Facilities &Infrastructure Employment &Training Emergency Services Economic Development classes Debwewendizwin Employment&Training Program office, Ojibway Women’s Lodgeand True Self Prevention Program, FoodBank, OntarioWorks through NFN,RBC&CaissePopulaire) Management Program. new Culturally-DefinedCommunityWithdrawal and Prevention Services,whichincludesa and GiyakMoseng(TheRightPath)Counselling Community HealthProgram, Traditional Healing NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT government. self-determination andself- a progressive pathtoward that helpsuscontinueon Good planninglaysaroadmap are stillaheadofus. challenges andopportunitiesthat made, andbyidentifyingthe reflecting ontheprogress we’ve successes everyyearby We seektobuildonour NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT 17 GOAL #2 – GOVERNANCE / CAPACITY (EAST) 18 GOAL #2 – GOVERNANCE / CAPACITY (EAST) Lincluden and Mawer. by twoseparateinvestment managementfirms: onthetrustcapital)areearned professionally managed Our investmentportfolios(for theinterest income Trust CorporateTrustee. McLeod andTimLaronde, aswell as aPeaceHills three NipissingmemberTrustees: MerizaGeorge, Matt Chief MurielSawyer, CouncillorRickStevens,and of Trustees thatincludes:ChiefScottMcLeod,Deputy The 2013BoundaryClaimTrust ismanagedbyaBoard wealth forfuture generations. development initiatives,whilealsopreserving the revenues toinvestincommunity, socialandeconomic current generationbyallowingNipissingto use interest nation citizens.Thetrustisdesignedtobenefitthe trust tomaximizethebenefitcurrent and future 2014, butthemajorityoffundswere placedin An initialPerCapitaDistribution(PCD)occurred in resulting inasmallerreserve thanagreed upon. surveyed afterthe1850RobinsonHuron Treaty, research thatthereserve boundarywasincorrectly settlement thatreflected thevalidityofNipissing’s million fromnegotiationsasalandclaim government In 2013,Nipissingvotedtoacceptanoffer of$124 & Trust Update Boundary ClaimSettlement NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

Bineshii Commercial /LightIndustrial Economic Development questions. documents withcommunitymembersandanswer Hills Trust alsoattendourAnnualMeetingtoreview posted towww.nfn.ca. Representatives from Peace Quarterly newslettersissuedbyPeaceHillsTrust are year powerpurchase agreement endsin2036. translates toapproximately $100,000annually. The20- to generateelectricityatarateof$0.548/kWh,which underway andexpectedtobecompleteinearly2020. can beprovided inGarden Village iscurrently A feasibilitystudytodetermineifnaturalgasservices Natural GasServices estimated tobethefallof2020. the infrastructure required, withproject completion Engineering studieswilldeterminethefinaldesignof building newroads andupgradingtheexistingroad. and naturalgas.Thedevelopmentalsorequires services including3phaseelectricity, water, sewer, to develop30commercial /lightindustriallotswith Anishinabek Nationheadoffice.Theproject scopeis 17 westbetweenYoung Forestry Servicesandthe This newdevelopmentislocatedalonghighway Business Park

Systems Operator(ieso) Independent Electricity under contractwiththe capacity of166kWare projects, withatotal The 4-rooftop solar NFN SolarProjects

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NFN Greenhouse Planning began in in March 2018 for NFN to build a production scale, cold climate greenhouse. The greenhouse will be self-sustaining, provide NFN an additional revenue stream, create employment and training opportunities, build capacity, and provide a healthy, sustainable food source for NFN members and surrounding areas. Funding for the project is currently being negotiated with multiple funding partners. Duchesnay Bridge Shuttle Construction will begin in the spring of 2020. As part of the Duchesnay Bridge replacement project, Nipissing First Nation is providing a shuttle service between Couchie Memorial Drive and the Oak Street Bineshii Small bus terminal. Four NFN band members were hired as Business Centre drivers to operate the service, which will run until the and KEB Head Office new bridge is open in the fall of 2020. Completion of this multi- tenant commercial and office complex met its targeted date of fall 2018 with the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body (KEB) celebrating their grand opening on October 2, 2018. Supplies for the Soul - Craft Supplies & Gifts and Lovely Creations Photography are commercial tenants in the building. We continue to look for additional tenants to fill the building. Duchesnay Daycare and Community Hall Construction of the Duchesnay Daycare and Nipissing Miller Community Hall will be complete in the fall of 2019. Partnership This $2.1 million project benefited NFN members through employment opportunities while six NFN The MTO contract to replace businesses were contracted to provide services the Duchesnay Bridge and amounting to $450K, which is approximately 22% of remove the overpass was the total project value. sole sourced to the Nipissing- Miller Partnership. This limited partnership is structured using Miller’s expertise and local NFN labour and other GOVERNANCE / CAPACITY (EAST) GOVERNANCE / CAPACITY

construction services (sub-contractors, etc.). NFN Contacts: owns 51% of the limited partnership with Miller acting Michael Harney, Economic Development Manager as our partner to ensure all MTO standards and project Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 1264 | [email protected] requirements are met. Thomas Lambert, Economic Development Officer Phone: 705-753-2050 ext. 6985 | [email protected] GOAL #2 –

19 20 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) Support Worker) -Tracy Hanzlik Waadookaaged (Elementary/SecondaryEducation Kinoomaadiwgamgoon /Kinoomaagewin Worker) -GeraldeanaGoulais Waadookaaged (Post-SecondaryEducationSupport Gchi-Kinoomaajiwgamik Gchi-Kinoomaagewin Education) –NancyAllaire Kinoomaagewin Niigaanzi-E-naakniged(Director of Our dedicatedstaff consistsof: Anishinaabe Pane! education forall.AnishinaabeKinoomaadziwinNongo, aswellavisionofAnishinabek lifelong learning GOAL #3–Education/LifelongLearning(East) capacity foreducationand We shallendeavortodevelop and cost-efficienttransportation. for studentsandtoprovide safe education programs andservices and efficientadministrationof Our goalistoprovide effective (Education Centre) Kinoomaagsiwaad Binoojiiyag Enji- NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Couillard andVice-Principal: LacyFarrell Nbisiing SecondarySchool Charlene Bellefeuille Niigaanzid (OfficeAdministrator/BussingCoordinator) - Kinoomaagewin Ezhbiiged/Boozwin and tutoringsupport. awards, elementary/secondaryawards, schoolstartup and culture, post-secondarybursaries,graduation mental health,youthlife promotions, nutrition, language We are alsoimplementingprogramming supportfor agencies todeliverpositiveeducationalexperiences. partnering withcommunityprograms andexternal requirements ofvariousfundingagencies,and needs,meetingthereportingspecial learning with thefourlocalprovincial schoolboards, addressing establishing adequateeducationserviceagreements providing safeandreliable dailybusservices, Administrative responsibilities are variedandinclude Nbisiing BusLines –8fulltimedrivers - Principal:Carole NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

Education Representatives

NFN Education Committee Chairperson: Deputy Chief Muriel Sawyer Resource: Nancy Allaire, Director of Education Members: Phyllis Anderson, Fran Couchie, Judy Couchie, Marianna Couchie, Virginia Goulais, Judy Manitowabi and Cindy Peltier.

Nipissing University • Nipissing Aboriginal Council on Education (NUACE) & Indigenization committee – Nancy Allaire • Nipissing Board of Governors – Fran Couchie (appointed by Chief) July 31, 2021

Canadore College • Indigenous Circle on Education (ICE) – Nancy Allaire / Geraldeana Goulais

Special Education Advisory Committee • Near North District School Board – Lacey Farrell/Tracy Hanzlik • Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board – Tracy Hanzlik

Native Trustees • Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board – Judy Manitowabi • Near North District School Board – Nichole King ( Moose Deer Point)

First Nations Advisory Committee • Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board – Nancy Allaire • Near North District School Board – Nancy Allaire • Conseil scolaire public du Nord-Est de l’Ontario – Dan Stevens • Conseil scolaire catholique Franco Nord – Tracy Hanzlik

Anishinabek Nation Education System – Kinoomaadziwin Education Body • Regional Education Council Representative (REC): Muriel Sawyer, Fran Couchie • Resource: Nancy Allaire

Anishinabek Nation Education System – Kinoomaadziwin Education Body • Board of Directors – Marianna Couchie (1 term until 2020) & Phyllis Anderson (3 year term until 2021) EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG (Each PFN submits names from the region and voted by REC # 3 Chiefs at annual general meeting)

Native Student Trustee • Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board – Kile George

• Near North District School Board – Elections Fall 2019 GOAL #3 –

21 22 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) • • • • our keyprioritiesthisyearincluded: make budgetandpolicyrecommendations. Someof make recommendations onourpriorities,aswell Education committeememberscontinuetoadviseand partnerships. TheEducationDepartmentandthe Canadore College,andNipissingUniversity School initiatives,Board partnerships, Anishinabek EducationSystem,NbisiingSecondary Many ofourefforts thisyearfocusedonthe Priorities offset tuition,booksandlivingcosts. secondary levelstudents(fullandparttime)tohelp Funding alsosupportsourapproximately 126post- for our444elementaryandsecondarylevelstudents. services (tuitionfeestothefourlocalschoolboards) levels. Themajorityoffundingpaysfordirect education and supportsfrom thepre-school topost-secondary budgets atNFNandadministerseducationprograms The EducationDepartmenthasoneofthelargest Budget Increasing mentalhealth supports–Graduation Using datatosupportstudentachievement: School /Board /Canadore CollegeandNipissing The AnishinabekEducationSystemand Coach andYouth LifePromotions workeratNbisiing. achievement andsuccess. communication onprogress related tostudent collaborate, engagewithcommunity andincrease and engagementawareness buildingto culture, histories,traditionsandperspectives; to increase knowledge andawareness of supporting educatorswithProfessional Development supporting studentswithincreased opportunities; University growth plans. agreement. Coach positionattheSecondarylevel,datasharing Nbisiing SecondarySchool,PilotGraduation implementing datasystems–PowerSchoolat the MultiyearActionprojects whichinclude NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT • • • • • • Our Students • • • First Nation,MetisandInuitEducationPolicy First NationAdvisorycommitteereports thathonour 13 onreserve studentsattendingNbisiingSecondary 63 off reserve studentsattendingNbisiingSecondary 273 off reserve students 171 onreserve students Delivering adulteducationandpursuingnew Increasing studentvoiceandleadership–2 Increasing languageteachersinProvincial schools. culture programs andsupports. Increasing useofeldersinschools,languageand Framework projects withintheschools.• Reconciliation. School Boards andcallstoAction:Truth and the EducationServiceAgreements withProvincial School School (reverse tuition) Fund Proposal through AES. partnership projects suchastheNiigaanGdizhaami District SchoolBoard). School Board andNipissing-ParrySoundCatholic Indigenous studenttrustees(NearNorthDistrict NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

Graduation Rates We were fortunate to receive additional funds from Chief and Council as a result of interest earned on We are proud of our student graduation rates and can the 2013 Boundary Claim Settlement Trust Fund. celebrate the academic success of our students. The These ‘new dollars’ were directed towards increased chart below compares the numbers of on reserve book costs, increased tuition costs and our increase students at key transition times in their educational in Priority 1, 2, 3 & 4s for this year. This assistance journeys as well as our post-secondary students. is not intended to cover all costs but it does provide We had a total of 126 post-secondary applications for significant support for students. Students are September 2018 (103 full-time & 23 part-time students) encouraged to apply for Ontario Student Assistance and no wait list. We congratulate the 17 students who program, which is a mix of grants and loans provided graduated with Diplomas, Degrees and Certificates by both the provincial and federal governments and in the following areas: Video Design and Production, will subsidize costs received by Nipissing First Nation Practical Nursing, BA Science, Creative and Visual Arts education. Diploma, Automotive Motive Power, Heavy Equipment Adult Education: With the support of enhancement Technician, Plumbing Diploma, BA Linguistics, BA funds, the Education Department has continued Social Services Worker, Child and Youth Care Worker to work with NFN Ontario Works, Employment and Diploma, BA Arts and Training and the Library around our Adult Education Science, Environmental Partnership with the Near North District School Board. Protection and Compliance We have had a First Nation teacher on site in Garden Technician, Developmental Village at the Library and at Nbisiing Secondary Service Worker, Community School once a week to support individuals seeking to Justice Services Diploma, complete their Ontario Secondary School Diploma in a BA Health Science and ECE timely manner. Adult students were awarded “maturity” diploma. and PLAR (prior learning assessment and recognition) credits towards achieving an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This year, we have had two successful graduates from this partnership and 11 registered adult learners continuing on their learning journey.

Staff Training In education, we continually strive to provide opportunity to our members to learn and grow throughout their educational journey, to support and Post-Secondary Programs: Over the past year, nurture the mental health and well-being and continue to embed the 21st century learning competencies

Nipissing First Nation students were enrolled in 16 LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG Colleges and 19 Universities, mainly in Ontario and two (such as critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, in the USA. Nipissing University and Canadore College and self-directed learning) to reduce the achievement have the highest enrolment of our students. Students gap for students. We work closely to continue to build are choosing broad ranges of fields of study, and we on the Indigenous education strategy through cultural and pedagogical activities for students and staff as well

have many part time students completing their Masters GOAL #3 – degrees. as consultations with community partners and groups.

23 24 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) communities andourdedicated bussingcoordinator. and relief driversfrom our community, neighbouring not operatewithoutthecommitted crew ofregular around Nipissing FirstNation.Thisprogram could charters forvariousprograms andfunctionsin 250 studentsdaily. NbisiingBusLinesalsoprovides Nbisiing SecondarySchool,servingapproximately Sturgeon FallsandNorthBayarea aswellto We transport studentsto15different schoolsin passengers andwheelchairaccommodation). to our72passengerbusesaswellpara-bus(48 vehicles ranginginsizefrom ourtwo7-passenger vans reliable studenttransportation.Ourfleetconsists often with ourmainresponsibility beingtoprovide safeand and operatesaspartoftheEducationdepartment, Nbisiing BusLinescontinuestooffer excellentservice Nbisiing BusLines hostedbyKEB. “Making CentsofSelf-Government” - “Strivingforward/supporting studentsuccess”and training, ChiefsofOntarioSpecialEducationtraining through HolisticEducation”,busdriversFirstAid Directors ofEducationforum“EmbracingourVoice Anishinabek EducationSystemforum,FirstNations Resilience, AnishinaabemowinLanguageconference, Counselling Association-PostSecondary:Honouring training, SpecialEducation,OntarioNativeEducation First NationOntariostudentregister, PowerSchool data better supportourstudentsandcommunity: Our teamattendedtraininginthefollowingareas to NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT separate retention bonusesofupto$1,000eachbased Nbisiing schoolbusdriverscanreceive uptothree more reliable forstudentsandfamilies.Eligible school yearandmakestudenttransportationservices rewarding driverswhostayonthejobthroughout the address theongoingschoolbusdrivershortagesby Program (DRP).Thisnewinitiativeishelpingto from theMinistryofEducation’s DriverRetention Nbisiing BusLinesalsoreceived additionalsupport knowing, celebratingabright future forourpeople. pathusingAnishinabek waysof A holisticlearning Anishinaabe Aadziwin. Bimaadziwin. VISION years. the organization willstrivetoachieveover thecoming the newvisionandmissionstatementsidentifywhat for theworkplansofKEBstaff for2018-2019,while new strategicdirection thatwillprovide thefoundation The KinoomaadziwinEducationBody(KEB)hasseta dedication! Miigwech NbisiingBusLinesdriversforyour on continuousemployment. Nations andSchoolBoards. Boards, unlessotherwiseamendedbytheFirst remain inforce betweenFirstNationsandSchool Agreements. Thearrangementsandagreements will through ReverseEducationServices(Tuition) or attendFirstNation-operatedschools Education Services(Tuition) Agreements provincially-funded schoolsthrough Nation schoolson-reserve, attend students willcontinuetoattendFirst System isanewsystem,Anishinabek While theAnishinabekEducation Update ontheAESEducationInitiatives

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MISSION What we heard from the Niigaan Embracing Our Past – Empowering Our Future Gdizhaami Youth Forum is that well-being KEB WORK PLANS for Indigenous The Multi-Year Action Plan (MYAP) has been signed by students is about the KEB and Ontario parties. This document sets out language, access the implementation of the Master Education Agreement to culture and between the Anishinabek Nation and the province, and traditional practices, views of the land, and self-care. through a detailed work plan, it identifies key activities Self-advocacy and determination also arose as key and projects that will take place over the next three themes, along with feeling welcome in our schools. years. Staff members of the KEB will develop individual work plans that encompass the MYAP, the Education Implementation Plan, Regional Educational Council priorities, and the KEB’s strategic direction. Canada has confirmed that it is willing to negotiate education major capital for the 23 AES First Nations at this time, not the 40 Anishinabek First Nations. The KEB is finalizing its major capital proposal based on First Nation identified needs. After the proposal is submitted, the KEB will set up a meeting with Canada to review the proposal and begin negotiations on the education major capital. REGIONAL PRIORITIES AND FIRST NATION PRIORITIES Nipissing First Nation was successful in two proposals submitted under the Niigaan Gdizhaami Fund. We The Kinoomaadziwin Education Body (KEB) hosts a implemented two days of professional development series of fall meetings every year, which bring together for Nbisiing Secondary School on culture, sensitivity Regional Education Councils (RECs) and Ontario training, First Nation awareness training and Indigenous District School Boards (ODSBs). The purpose of the education, school planning and including perspectives meetings is to provide a networking platform and to into the curriculum. We also partnered with Near North foster relationships. District School Board and other First Nations in region #3 on a second project entitled “Language and Cultural Regional and First Nation priorities were presented by Knowledge Keepers Initiative.” This initiative strived Lisa Wabegijig, REC #3 Coordinator and Nancy Allaire, NFN Director of Education, along with Bryon Brisard,

to collect, create, archive and share resources to LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG

support Indigenous education and to enhance learning Indigenous Education Officer for the Ministry of opportunities and resources. For both projects, the Education (Sudbury branch). Some of the action items goal is to achieve enriched and supported language that emerged included aligning school board action revitalization and acquisition, collective community plans with MYAP, sharing resources, assessment tools and language teachers (wages, recognition).

voices and promote the use of local and authentically GOAL #3 – created resources.

25 26 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) planning, where FNs are concerned. by increasing involvementofPFNsinschoolboard geographical locationanduniqueneedsofPFNs; Indigenous Leads;bycreating anunderstandingofthe a betterunderstandingoftherole ofTrustees and plans withtheMulti-Year ActionPlan;bycreating that there isalignmentofschoolboard action between thePFNsandODSBsbyensuring The KEBandEDUwillstrivetoimprove the relationship School Board Relationships continuum oflearning. per year. Culturalcompetencytrainingisanongoing communities andthattrainingoccuruptofourtimes recommended thatthistrainingtakeplaceinthePFN a greater awareness ofIndigenousculture. Itis The goalofculturalcompetencytrainingistocreate Cultural CompetencyTraining and theKEBspecialeducationscan. behaviour, parental-school collaboration,mentalhealth, such as,butnotlimitedto,assessments,high-risk Special Educationtoaddress specialeducationissues The KEBwillcoordinate aone-dayworkshopon Special Education practices. qualifications, immersionprogramming andcultural Nation languages,andtoaddress languageteacher the strategyistorestore literacyandfluencyintheFirst development ofaKEBLanguageStrategy. Thegoalof First Nationlanguagesandculture through the First Nations(PFNs)topreserve, revitalize andrestore The KEBwillworkinpartnershipwiththeParticipating Language andCulture RECOMMENDATIONS NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT reserve and25%foroff reserve. Studentsandparents have successfullyreceived 75%ofconsentsforon and theuseofAESstudentinformationdata.We information explainingthepurposeforconsents on reserve andoff reserve. Thepackagescontain packages toallAESstudentsandparents, living The educationdepartmentdistributedconsentform CONSENT FORDATA SHARING • • • • • • • • • • purposes: AES studentinformationmaybeusedforthefollowing Education Agreement (MEA).Underthisagreement, will onlybeusedtofurthertheobjectivesofMaster and Ontarioindicatesthatstudentdatainformation between theKinoomaadziwinEducationBody(KEB) The DataandInformationSharingAgreement signed theformstoeducationoffice. return are encouragedcompletetheconsentforms,andto to assistinidentifyingneeds andprioritiesofoff- to supportactivitiesunder the Multi-Year Action to meetmulti-levelreporting requirements underthe to informthedevelopmentofMulti-Year Action to supportevaluationandmonitoringactivities; to supportresearch, asdescribed intheMaster to prepare publicreports inaccordance withthe to informongoingsystemandschool-levelplanning; to supportcontinuousimprovement ineducation to supportAnishinabekstudentsuccessandwell- system. reserve AESstudentsintheprovincial school Parties. Plan; andotherpurposesagreed toinwritingbythe MEA; described intheMEA; Plan andtheTransfer PaymentAgreement, as Education Agreement; Master EducationAgreement; to informprioritiesforprofessional learning; effectiveness; being; NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

PROVINCIAL SCHOOL BOARD There are increased Native language programs INITIATIVES dedicated to reflecting and teaching local language, culture and history in local schools: Our Lady of The Board Action Plans outline four areas to support Sorrows, Mother St. Bride, Our Lady of Fatima, St. the First Nation, Métis & Inuit Education Board Action Alexander, St. Joseph Scollard Hall, Whitewoods, Plan: Woodlands, Chippewa, Widdifield, West Ferris, and Northern. 1. Data and Data Analysis 2. Supporting Students School communities are working with Elders in Residence on an ongoing basis to support 3. Supporting Staff learning in a variety of areas, such as historical 4. Community Engagement and contemporary realities; local, provincial and national perspectives and concepts such as culturally Overall, the action plans commit to supporting youth, responsive approaches; cultural competence; their strong positive identity and self-esteem by appropriation and cultural safety. creating environments that foster the appreciation Some of the various projects reflect hands-on for Anishinaabe language, culture, history and experiences with Elders and Artists in schools, while perspectives for all staff and students. ​There is others connected to performances celebrations or commitment to supporting all educators and students showcases. Each school has unique opportunities to to learn about Treaties, the legacy of colonialism, further enhance language and culture, academic and including Residential Schools and the rights and well-being experiences. responsibilities we all have to each other as reflected in the Calls to Action #62 and #63. EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG

GOAL #3 –

27 28 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) Source: MasterEducation Agreement definitions Board toattend schoolsoperatedbyFirst Nations.” students livingwithinthejurisdiction oftheSchool toFirstNationstudents;orpay afeefor services toprovideeducation Agreements Education Services the EducationAct: agreement made pursuanttosections185or188of Education ServicesAgreement (ESA)meansan Education Services(Tuition) Agreement oraReverse- wait fortheguidelinestobecompleted. Education ServicesAgreement isournextstep aswe Agreements withpartnerBoards andaReverse- We havesigned allfourEducationServices(Tuition) Education ServicesAgreements Equity ActionPlanandcross-curriculum connections. revised SocialStudies,theWell-Being Strategy, the Truth &Reconciliationcallstoactionnumber6263, resources tofurthersupportourgoalsinalignmentwith District. TEMPalsoallowedforthecreation oflocal understanding ofTreaty Education intheNipissing Sessionsupporteddeeperknowledgeand Learning Treaty Educationforourcommunity. Thisthree-day tobeknowledgekeepersin journey join alearning TEMP offered theopportunityfor25educatorsto focusing onTreaty EducationandReconciliation. the intentionofsupportingIndigenousEducationby Program) isthecreative designofMauriceSwitzerwith University. TEMP(Treaty EducationMentorship with NFNEducation,NearNorthBoard andNipissing attended workshopsandtraininghostedinpartnership Local teachersandsupportworkersfrom ourschools NFN /NearNorthBoard /NipissingUniversity HIGHLIGHTS EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP “School boardsmayenter into NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

curriculum. tailored toteachaboutlocalIndigenousknowledgeand cultural activities/lessons,music,videosandgames Anishinaabemwin, literacyandnumeracyactivities, high-quality educationaltextbooks,localknowledge, has provided free tabletsthatwehavepreloaded with We are gratefulforthepartnershipwithRUMIEwhich NFN /RUMIE Community and Pathways. Goals. Ourfour pillarsare: Literacy, Numeracy, goals thatalign withNipissingFirstNation’s Strategic Our schoolimprovement planincludesoverarching • • • • body andspiritto: mno-bmaadziwin, thatisthedevelopmentofmind, that inspire andnurture eachlearner’s uniquepathto grounded educationtoreach highlevelsofeducation Mission: Pride Vision: NBISIING SECONDARYSCHOOL knowledge andskills. with fluencyandtosupportafoundationoflanguage classroom twiceayeartoassistLanguageTeachers Fluent ElderNishinaabemwinSpeakersvisitthe Supporting LanguageTeachers whenever theywant. to usewherever and portable libraryforstudents making eachtableta content canbeusedoffline, information. Alllearning updated regularly withnew All Rumietabletsare Be aresponsible memberofsociety Live therichnessofculture andlanguage Embrace lifelonglearning Reach theirfullpotential appreciate ourNishinaabemwin SoaringtoExcellence,EmbracingNishinaabe To through empowerourlearners culturally NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

Engagement at Nbisiing Secondary School We completed our 4th year of data collection with OurSchool Survey which focuses on gathering information about student’s Nbisiing Secondary School has graduated 333 experiences of: students since it opened in 1996! • School safety • Acceptance SCHOOL YEAR NUMBER OF GRADUATES GRADUATION RATE • Engagement 2018-2019 21 74% • Inclusion 2017-2018 16 76% 2016-2017 11 73% Nbisiing focuses on the whole student - the intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and cultural/spiritual. 2015-2016 14 75% Our goal is to create a safe and welcoming school environment where students can build a strong self- 2014-2015 17 71% identity and academic skills base that will allow them to 2013-2014 5 56% be successful in their post-secondary pathways. EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG

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Graduation Class of 2019 Photo by: Les Couchie 29 30 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) expand theirskills andknowledgeinthe workplace environments, allowing themtoexplore careers and with opportunitiestoexperience real lifework Cooperative Educationplacements provide students and OYAP Programming Cooperative Education, DualCredit, sit andvisitwiththeelderseachmonth. great timeforstaff andstudents to serving andcleaningup.Itisalsoa volunteer overlunchtoassistwith December 2018.Staff andstudents the Eastendofcommunityin Diners’ clubfortheseniorsat class beganhostingamonthly Community Care, ourHospitality Nipissing FirstNation’s Homeand Working inpartnershipwith Diners’ ClubatNbisiing factor onaten-pointscale. Nbisiing SecondarySchooltonationalnormsforeach to studentengagement;thefigure belowcompares Four school-levelfactorswere consistentlyrelated success. areas inneedofimprovement aswellareas of The datafrom thesurveysprovide a‘bigpicture’ of NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT at thesametime specific courseswhile basis tocomplete college onapart-time students toattend Program allows The DualCredit credits whiletheywork. school while earning Pathways. to transitiontheirpostsecondaryWork orCollege opportunityforstudentstobegin experiential learning programming atNbisiingandoffer afantastic, These programs are vitaltotheeducational credits. apprenticeship whilestillcompletingtheirhighschool as anApprentice andcompletetheirlevelone affords qualifyingstudentstheopportunitytoregister The OntarioYouth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) OSSD. credits towards their highschool earning (Winter Semesteronly) 2018 2016 2012 2017 2015 2014 2013 2011 2019 Year

Credits Students Earned Enrolled 16 822 10 17 812 19 816 10 14 4 7 6 38 6 3 3 Dual Credits 5 5 4 Cooperative Education 16 4 6 Students Enrolled 11 10 4 3 6 7 2 3 2

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Summer School Relevant Pedagogy, Nbisiing offers one full credit in Native Studies and dedicated Credit Recovery each summer to all Nbisiing and NFN space for students from Grades 9 to 12. We offer in-class, online programming and blended learning opportunities to accommodate and additional student schedules and transportation barriers as part supports such of our Summer School programming. as a Graduate Couchie and Summer Number of Students Number of Credits Mental Well- School Year Enrolled Recovered or Earned Being supports. 2019 22 55 2018 21 45 EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING 2017 16 39 Our Employment & Training Unit works alongside our member clients to offer guidance and training to 2016 19 28 develop the skills needed to reach their goals and career aspirations. Our program is federally-funded 2015 7 22 through Employment and Social Development Canada, and provides tools and resources to assist our members, both locally and across the country. Summary We collaborate with other NFN departments, as well as There has been an increase in enrolment at Nbisiing local community colleges, organizations and Secondary School with approximately 76 students registered (20 on-reserve students and 56 off-reserve businesses to develop training programs that prepare students). We continue to work on the comprehensive our clients for the demands of current and future labour school evaluation, which includes the following markets. components and incorporates the six critical factors for Services Offered excellence (organization and administration, teaching staff, community, students, parents, and support • Resumé and cover letter writing and job search services). techniques Nbisiing Secondary School has many identified • Sponsorship and linkages to academic, practical and strengths. Among them are the strong focus on the pre-apprenticeship programs ‘whole student’– the intellectual, emotional, physical, • Targeted wage subsidies for on-the-job training social, and cultural/spiritual; the strong, effective programs and caring administration and teacher-leaders; and • Guidance on self-employment and small business EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG

the strong infusion of language and culture into the management curriculum. • Workshops & Career Fairs Some of the ongoing focused work at Nbisiing Secondary School includes ongoing School • Assistance with EI applications (regular or special Improvement Plan implementation, use of Knowledge benefits) and CPP applications (disability, early GOAL #3 – Keepers and Elders, Culturally Responsive and retirement, survivors, old age)

31 32 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) [email protected] Tom Lambert,Manager 705-753-2050 orsendanemailto: Contact ourofficetofindouthowwecanhelp! Call resources forfuture generations. to protecting andsustainingourprecious natural wildlife andeco-systems.Theseskillsare applied knowledge abouttheirenvironment, includingfish, program acquire valuableskillsand The youthwhoparticipateinthis school studentsandateamleader. and employsateamoffour(4)high Resources andForestry (MNRF) with theMinistryofNatural This program isoffered inpartnership Stewardship Youth Rangers/Junior Rangers employment andtrainingneeds: fair. Intotal,ourofficeassisted167peoplewiththeir and 110peopleattendedourworkshopscareer people toobtainseasonalandfull-timeemployment, employment referrals/applications, whichassisted17 In the2018-2019fiscalyear, weprovided 52 Ontario andYouth EmploymentServices. Human Resource DevelopmentCanada,Employment by third partiesinthemainstream likeServiceCanada/ The programs wedeliverare similartothosedelivered 5 Females 30+ Years of Age 21 Females OnReserve 3 Females OffReserve 1 Female Affiliate 1 18 Female Youth NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT 52 Males30+ Years of Age 44 MalesOnReserve 8 MalesOffReserve 15 Male Youth

with the tools and knowledge needed to reduce with thetoolsandknowledgeneededtoreduce Employment &Training True SelfDebwewendizwin • • • Committed • Delivered • Delivered • Delivered • Facilitated • Stats for2018-2019 toeconomicindependence. the journey higher levelsoftraining,education,oremploymenton responsibility toconsider, explore, pursueandachieve wellness, individualempowermentandpersonal supports. Ourenvironment promotes completemental approach tohealing,employmentandtraining who are atriskofexperiencingviolence,awholistic We offer menandwomenwhohaveexperienced,or vulnerability topovertyandabuse. Education. 17 40 Centre andGoodFoodBoxprogram community 8 35 individuals (Teaching/Healing) program 443 - - menengagedinsupportstotransitionfrom jailto ParticipantswentontoPost-Secondary Participantsfoundemployment individuals 36 Graduates 58 startedABC’s toHealYour Lifeworkshopsor individual serviceplans individualsreceived supportthrough the 8 16 22 41 workshopsontheinside 160 workshopsinSturgeon Fallsengaging workshopsinMattawaengaging Men’s and hourstotheNorthBayWarming This approachprovidesindividuals and one-on-onepeersupport. workshops, talking/healingcircles holistic healingapproachin True SelfadoptsanIndigenous 48 Women’s Circles

22 womenand 71

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True Self Debwewendizwin Christmas Feast On December 20, 2018, our staff hosted a Christmas Feast through donations from the community and the hard work of a Nipissing University Student. 65 adults and 46 children were able to enjoy a traditional dinner and receive a gift from Santa. EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) EDUCATION/LIFELONG

For more information about our programs, please call 705-474-4058 or visit https://www.nfn.ca/true-self/. GOAL #3 –

33 34 GOAL #3 – EDUCATION/LIFELONG LEARNING (EAST) and boostsconfidence and independentthinking. exchange ofideas,enriches familyrelationships, Establishing acultureoflearningencouragesan recreational opportunities. to engageinliterary, culturally-safe,educationaland goals toprovide safe,culturalspacesforour youth Our partnershipsare formedtosupporteachother’s • • • • departments tooffer variousprograms, including: Our KendaaswincontinuestopartnerwithotherNFN Programs &Partnerships access allofourmaterials. howtogetalibrarycard ofyourownand to learn phone app.CallorcomeintoourKendaaswintoday We canalsoprovide onlineaccessthrough asmart the NFNKendaaswinandNipissingUniversity. Our librarycards provide accesstomaterialsfrom both Library Cards Kendaaswin (Library) - offered from SeptembertoJuneinpartnershipwith - MondaytoWednesday from 3:30p.m.to5:30p.m. Homework AssistanceCentre forKids Education DepartmentandOntarioWorks Adult Education groups: 6-12yearoldsand13-17 including craft,movieandthemenightsfortwoage provide funexcursionsandactivitiesevery month, the NativeChildWelfare Program andRecreation, we Child &Youth Programming the NativeChildWelfare Program from 3:30p.m.to5:30p.m. Integrated Children’s Program (ICP) the EducationandRecreation departments - offered from SeptembertoJuneinpartnershipwith -inpartnershipwithNFN NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

-inpartnershipwith -Thursdays ( H.A.C.K).

• • • • • • Services &Collections: 705-753-6997 |[email protected] 24 SemoRoad,Garden Village Randy Penasse,Librarian/LiteracyWorker Contact: • • • • Novels, Magazines&InstructionalMaterials Children’s Books,Videos &Toy Room Printing &Faxing(forasmallfee) 7 iPads+collectionofDVDs&Blu-Rays 6 DesktopPCs&4Applecomputers Wireless (WiFi) Internet In-House MovieShowings Ancestry, Family Trees &Community Pics Photo Digitization Driving Training Manuals

NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT GOAL #4 – Infrastructure/Community Resources (South)

Facilities Management / • Triennial Asset Conditions Reporting System (ACRS) Gimaagamgoon Project Annual Report Facilities Management encompasses Public Works, • Capital Projects Report and Facilities & Maintenance Infrastructure, Roads, Water & Waste Water as Program Special Initiatives Report well as the upkeep of 13 administrative properties • Health/Water Programs and Audit and recreation spaces. We also oversee seniors’ snowplowing and grass cutting services, which serve Working in partnership with Human Resources and approximately 72 member seniors. Nbisiing Secondary School, Facilities completed the proposal for FNIYES for summer work, mentored Our team of 40 full-time staff delivers programming placements, science and technology events, career and services as outlined in Capital Plan, Chief and promotion and awareness, and cooperative education. Council recommendations as well as annual, 5 and NFN received $53,603.00, for the hiring of 30 students, 10+ year work plans, while managing multiple budgets. and for completion of the requested student events. We employ an additional 11 workers for the seasonal Beautification Program, which has created over 50 jobs since 2015. NFN Public Works / Gwajiing Nokiiwin Our staff maintains over 55km of roads on NFN and are responsible for bridges, street lights, signage, docks, culverts, and other community infrastructure. We are installing more 4 way stops to control speed and we installed 39 streetlights in 2018-2019, with more to come next year. An automotive Truck and Coach Mechanic, and a third year apprentice service our fleet of 20+ vehicles, trailers, equipment and steamer. During the 2018-2019 fiscal year, we completed the Some highlights from the past fiscal year include: following projects: • Switching the Administration Building to a keyless FOB program Ted Commanda Drive Guard Rails completion Yellek Phase III - service extension 1km • Designing and posting new interior office signage Highway 17B Prep site for future road to Yellek/MTO entrance with Anishinaabemwin translations. INFRASTRUCTURE/COMMUNITY RESOURCES (SOUTH)

• Asset Management Pilot Project with Waabnoong Nova Beaucage Shoulders widened Bemjiwang Association of First Nations (WBAFN) Serenity Lane Brushing, culverts, gravel lift, reinforced garbage shed. $35,000 • FN Infrastructure Investment Plan (FNIIP) Gravel Lifts Various roads

• Community Infrastructure & Housing Annual Report GOAL #4 – (ICMS) Jocko Point & Beaucage Over 500hrs of road work and maintenance

35 36 GOAL #4 – INFRASTRUCTURE/COMMUNITY RESOURCES (SOUTH) • • existing unitsthatmeetthe BuildingCode. with constructingnewhomes, ortopurchase orrepair Housing LoanPrograms Housing Ontario (AWWAO) inJanuary2019. Water andWastewater Association of South region from theAboriginal Operator oftheYear Award Aaron Beaucagereceived the • • • • • Water &Wastewater Management at thelandfill. week, communitygoodsexchangeandre-use centre waste diversioninitiativessuchasourannualclean-up about theweightof20elephants.We continue tooffer material wasdivertedfrom thelandfilllastyear, or Landfill Site.Approximately 136tonnesof recyclable electronics, tires, andmetalsare acceptedatthe weekly anddualstream recycling bi-weekly. Used We completeresidential curbsidegarbagepickup Aapichitooyang Waste Management/Aanji- We havetwoLevel1operatorsandhired an We havebeenmeetingandexceedingfederal Received $25,000from FNWWAP foradditional Source Water Protection Plan(SWPP)draft Increased ISCfundingtoenhanceoperationsand Lending Program sinceitstarted in2005 $9,237,725 Loan program sinceitwasamended in2005 $5,717,319 Operator inTraining (OIT). reportinggovernment requirements since2013. Water Protection Plan. contract employeeforcompletionofaDraftSource water testing,educationalprograms andhiringa completed bySpecialProjects Coordinator maintained fundingforWater/Wastewater systems borrowed through theRBC On-Reserve borrowed through theNFN Housing –toassistNFNmembers forthe NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

program is$1,701,388.89since1995. The totalamountoffundsapproved through this homes tobringtheunitsuptoday’s codestandards. assisted FirstNationMemberswithrepairs totheir Corporation’s RRAP, theHousingDepartmenthas Through theCanadianMortgageandHousing (RRAP Grants) Residential RehabilitationAssistanceProgram at 705-753-6973 [email protected]. For more information, contacttheHousingdepartment ofproperties • Beautification • Rentcollection • Address environmentalissues • Improvetenantrelations • Regularscheduledinspections • Ensurelongevityofunits Inspections coming years. rental unitsandhavemore projects planned overthe completed manyprojects thisyeartoupgradetheNFN assist inbeautifyingtheapartmentproperties. We for tenantstofeelsecure, enjoytheirlivingspace, and Nipissing Nation.Ourgoalistoimprove our services The HousingDepartmentmanages77rental unitson Apartment RentalUnits program wasimplemented2008. A totalof63grantshavebeenapproved sincethe of $5,000.00tomakenecessaryrepairs totheirhome. than $42,500.00.Thisisaonetimegranttomaximum years ofageandhaveatotalhouseholdincomeless This program willallowsseniorswhoare oversixty Seniors’ MinorRepairGrantProgram repairs. qualified andutilizedtheprogram tocompletevarious for emergency purposes.Thisyear, fivemembers members withfundstocompleterepairs totheirhomes This program wasdevelopedtoassistFirstNation Repair Loan • Planned • Predictive • Preventive • Proactive Preventive Maintenance NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT any fires getoutofcontrol. we are abletohaveaquickerresponse timeshould to beaware ofany fires withinourboundariessothat communities. ThisBylawwill allowtheFire Department Fire Bylawtobettercontrol theuseoffires withinour the LandsandBylawCommittee todevelopanNFN event affect ourFirst Nation.We are alsoworkingwith Communities tohelpkeephomessafeshouldawildfire We are facilitating theFire SmartProgram forour from area fire departments. agreements. We alsooffer supportandreceive support agreements, trainingdocumentationandautomatic aid oversees administrativefunctionssuchasfire Nipissing FirstNationFire andEmergency Services offer more assistancetoourmembers. our Firefighters tofurthertheirskillsandbeable extrications, interiorfire attack,andmedicaltrainingfor maintenance. Future trainingwillincludevehicle tactical fire suppression exercises andequipment We provide varioustypesoftraining,including twice permonthateachstation. Firefighters servicingthethree Fire Stationsandtrain and Duchesnay).TheNFNFire Departmenthas34 fire hallswithinNFN(Garden Village, JockoPoint recruitment andretention offire fightersforallthree Fire Protection - Team. Community Control Group andEmergency Response training thatmayberequired formembersofthe of theEmergency ResponseTeam, aswellobtain maintain updatedinformationforidentifiedmembers functions ofthePlanandanalyzeourresponses, our preparedness plan,weare workingtotestcertain Emergency Planningmeetingsandregular updatesto Emergency Preparedness - our ninesettlements. protect infrastructure andcommunityresources across Protection andHealth&Safety, withamandateto Our scopecoversEmergency Preparedness, Fire Fire &EmergencyServices Responsibilitiesincludethe NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Beyondmonthly the boundariesofNFNfor3StructuralFires, 1 Emergency Servicesresponded to18callswithin For the2018-2019fiscalyear, NFNFire and updates andanytrainingthatisrequired. its employeesbyproviding Health&Safetyawareness, work. We worktosupportNipissingFirstNationand requirements andensuringthatNFNisasafeplaceto documenting incidents,adheringtomandatorymeeting Health &Safety- Forest Fire callsand6FalseAlarms. Hydro Line,3CarbonMonoxide/Fire AlarmCalls,2 Brush/Grass Fire, 2MotorVehicle Fires, 1Downed Responsibilitiesconsistof 37 GOAL #4 – INFRASTRUCTURE/COMMUNITY RESOURCES (SOUTH) 38 GOAL #5 – STEWARDSHIP & PROTECTION (SOUTH) reasons. There may besomethatare notknownto Camps onamap forNipissingNation safety GIS: dates are finalized. More detailswill be provided oncetheproject start in thespringof2020andbe completedinfallof2020. former NovaBeaucageMine siteisscheduledtostart project. ThismeansworkattheMTOlands and Transportation, NipissingFirstNationSoilRemediation funding approval letterfortheOntarioMinistry of September 2019,NipissingNationreceived thesigned Yellek andMTOLandCleanupProject: laws asrequired. regarding thenewlawsandamendments tothecurrent notification andconsultationwiththemembership and finalizingourZoningLaw. Fundingincludesthe well asLandUsePlanning,MatrimonialLawupdates, estate transactionsandcreate newlotsforhousing,as 2003 LandCode,surveyinglotsinorder tofinalize $300,000. Thisproject involvesrevisiting thecurrent and NipissingFirstNationisforanamountupto The fundingAgreement betweentheResource Centre in theresolution ofothers. these issuesandpotentiallycreate aprocess toassist hopeful thatthisproject willassistinresolving someof to thepersistentoutstandinglegacyissues.We are in implementingourLandCodeandrelated laws,due outlined thedifficultyfacedbyNipissingFirstNation that theResource Centre received. Ourproposal Issues Project the Identification,ReviewandResolutionofLegacy The NipissingFirstNationLandOfficeproposal for that are ongoingandsomethatare new: opportunity toinformthemembershipofsomeprojects Nipissing NationLandOfficewouldliketotakethis those whobelongtoNipissing) Aanin BoozhooDebendaagziwaad(thePeople, Land Office NFNLandOffice isplottingallknown Hunt GOAL #5–Stewardship &Protection (South) wasselectedfrom over30proposals NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT In will alsoassistshouldtheneedariseforEmergency reading ofthelocationyourcamp.Thisinformation Application. You willbeaskedto provide aGPS by wayofcompletingaHuntCampLandUsePermit GIS Technician, inourofficeto register yourcamp us andweaskthatyoucontactJoanneGibouleau, Juliette McLeod,[email protected] Joanne Gibouleau,LandsGISTechnician [email protected] Leda McLeod,LandsRegistrationCoordinator at [email protected] Cathy McLeod,[email protected] 705-753-2922 orbyemail: Nipissing LandOfficeStaff maybecontactedby telephoneat Contacts: status. which isfirstprovided tonewmembers receiving Temporary confirmationof registration document, also knownastheCertificateofIndianStatus)or secure status card orthepaperlaminatedstatuscard version ofthestatuscard youcurrently have(thenew First Nationindividualswillbeabletousewhichever entitlement topurchase gasonreserve. will beabletousetheirStatuscard asproof of Instead oftheOntarioGasCards, FirstNationpeople discontinued Effective January1,2020 Membership: OntarioGasCards willbe Medical Servicestofindyou.

NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Council onvariousresource issues. by NFNandtoprovide recommendations toChief& harvesting, toraiseawareness ofissuesbeingfaced resources. Ourstaff workstopromote sustainable to thesustainablemanagement oftheNation’s The NaturalResources Department remains committed Natural Resources valuable program. Funds forthisongoingand Council andtheEnhancement would liketothankChiefand that NipissingNationholds.We understanding oftherichhistory valuable knowledgeandabetter and hisassistant,studentsgain of Archeologist KenSwayze Under theguidanceandexpertise can beviewedinourLandOfficeyear-round. house eventheldinAugust,andmanyoftheartifacts are displayedforthecommunityeachyearatanopen predate European settlementintheNipissingterritory. completed, includingtheremains ofakilnwhichmay survey studyoftheLittleManitouislandwasalso grounds bothonandoff NipissingNationland.A cemetery, oneof 12knowncemeteriesorburial Garden Village lakefront (beach) In 2017,theschoolsearched the Archaeological SummerSchool year ofoperationforthe The summerof2019markedthe6th Archaeology Bay, SandyIslandandthenortheast on DokisPoint,MooseBay, Franks Village. In2019,theschoolfocused Yellek, DuchesnayandGarden Sturgeon River, MosquitoCreek, In 2018,theschoolstudiedLittle corner ofCommandaTwp.corner Findings

Nipissing NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT . continue toseepositivesignsofrecovery. of theLakeNipissingwalleyepopulationandwe (MNRF). TheultimategoaloftheMOUisrecovery with theMinistryofNaturalResources andForestry through ourMemorandumofUnderstanding(MOU) management activitieswiththeresources provided We continuetomakepositivestridesinourfisheries Memorandum ofUnderstanding(MOU) enforcement staff monitorfor fisheriescompliance. and Anishinabek PoliceServicesforhelping our like tothankthe MNRFConservationOfficers The NFNNaturalResources Departmentwould continued support. NFN membersandcompliant fishermenforyour Lake Nipissingwalleyepopulation. the reasons forthepositivesignsofrecovery ofthe to improve witheachpassingyear, andisoneof Compliance withtheNFNFisheriesLawcontinues out theirdutiessafely. ensure theyhavetheessentialskillsnecessarytocarry members. Bothofficers receive ongoingtraining to and RegulationswiththegeneralpublicNFN resources andraiseawareness ofourFisheries Law Our Enforcement Officersworktoprotect ournatural Compliance • • • • Support forNFNFisheriesstaff forthefull Technical supporttoassistwithfisheries Financial supportfortraining,employmentand Recognition ofNFN’s Gichi-Naaknigewin&Fisheries implementation theNFNFisheriesLaw&Regulations management assessment needs reflected intheGichi-Naaknigewin our valuesandprinciplesofsustainabilityas ofOntariowhileupholding Law bytheGovernment benefits NFNinclude: highlights ofhowtheMOU the MNRFin2019,andsome our workingrelationship with We entered thefourthyearof Chi-Miigwech to 39 GOAL #5 – INFRASTRUCTURE/COMMUNITY RESOURCES (SOUTH) 40 GOAL #5 – STEWARDSHIP & PROTECTION (SOUTH) the NFNFood Bank. recorded. Alledible fishwere filleted anddonatedto were collected,andthesex maturityoffishwere total length,forkand weight.Agestructures brought backto NFN andbiologicallysampledfor With bothprojects, netswere setandlifted;fishwere summer whenwatertemperature isatitshighest. are foraperiodof16hoursduringthe setovernight the lake. for aperiodof24hoursindeepandshallowareas of nets consistingofdifferent meshsizesare setovernight population. Aminimumof48 assess thehealthofwalleye partnership withtheMNRFto assessment methodin completed thisstandardized Every yearsince1998,NFNhas Fisheries Assessments this informationispresented toChief&Council. along withpredicted estimatesforeachmonth,and biologist provides anestimateofthetotalharvest, During thefishingseason,NaturalResources limits. for theseasonandensure itstayswithinsustainable calculate thetotalwalleyeharvest data iscollectedtomonitorand Regulations, harvestandbiological as partofNFN’s FisheriesLawand fishery inLakeNipissing.Eachyear, towards asustainablewalleye One ofourmaingoalsistowork Commercial Fishery both large andsmallfish. Nets different meshsizesthattarget BsM assessmentnetsconsistof community. SimilartoFWIN, data from LakeNipissing’s fish worked withtheMNRFtocollect biologist andfisheriestechnicians project wasalsocompleted.NFN’s A Broad-scale Monitoring(BsM) NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT of permitsistoguaranteethat water withinNFN.Thepurpose when workinginoraround (members andnon-members) to beissuedallresidents Shoreline permitscontinue Permits Shoreline Assessments& 705-753-2050 ext.1224|[email protected] Tyler Couchie,Enforcement Officer 705-753-2050 ext.1251|[email protected] Nikki Commanda,Biologist 705-753-2050 ext.1236|[email protected] Clayton Goulais,Enforcement Officer 705-753-2050 ext.1325|[email protected] Jeff McLeod, NaturalResources Manager Contacts: their families. populations thatmeettheneedsofNFNmembersand Territory. Ourgoalistoensure sustainablewildlife Treaty requests toharvestwithinourTraditional Resources Departmentreviews andprocesses Inter- As partoftheNFNHuntingPolicy, theNatural Hunting information. Resources Departmentorcall705-753-6991formore habitat. Applicationsare availableattheNatural harm tofishandotherwildlife to shorelines astheycause no harmfulalterationsare made

NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT GOAL #6 – Culture & Language Our focus is to work towards reclaiming our Nbisiing language, culture and heritage.

Nbisiing Nishnaabemwin nishnaabemwin fluency at the same time. Again, we are grateful to have our fluent speakers come to share Weekly Nishnaabemwin Classes: We host 30 weekly their nishnaabemwin knowledge and fluent stories for classes in the communities of Ktigaaning (Garden students to record. Village) and Neyaaba’aakwaang (Duchesnay) annually from September to June, using a local Nishnaabemwin Translations: Our fluent speakers work together with teacher. Classes are well-attended throughout the our staff language worker translating materials for year, and we are very fortunate to be able to offer our learning. This past year, they spent a lot of time these classes in our communities. In Ktigaaning, we in translating curriculum word lists to Nbisiing dialect are blessed to have 3 fluent speakers who volunteer from Lakeview Public Immersion School created by their time every week to help community students, Mchigeeng First Nation. These resources are made and they also participate in learning to read and write available to our teachers. nishnaabemwin. Anishinaabemowin Teg Language Conference: Nishnaabemwin Teacher Mentorship: Once per This past spring, we brought a group of our month, our fluent speakers meet with us to help the Nishnaabemwin Teachers, Nishnaabemwin language teachers with their lessons and to build their language committee members, Culture staff as well as two skills. Teachers share their language every day in students from our weekly community classes to this classrooms and still need to find time to build their own conference where we participate in a wide variety of CULTURE & LANGUAGE (WEST) CULTURE

GOAL #6 –

41 42 GOAL #6 – CULTURE & LANGUAGE (WEST) • • Annual Events: • • • Monthly Events: Culture https://www.nfn.ca/culture-heritage/anishinaabemwin/ available onourwebsite: consistently updateresources availableandmakethem Nishnaabemwin Resources: schools, organizations andFirstNations. Nishnaabemwin languagerevival initiativesfrom other Resources. ceremony offered in partnershipwithNFNNatural water life,forwhattheybring toourlives.Aspecial grandfather drum.Offerings are madetoNbii andall Nbisiing SecondarySchool andgatheraround our spawn, plantbudsandrenewal. We celebrate with honoring theseasonofflowing watersandsaps,fish or Waabgowaan Giizis,we celebrate Ziigwanby Spring Ceremony: departments. NFN andCanadianHeritage.Partnershipwith entry withouryouthanddaycare. Sponsored by on andit’s alwaysafunday. Ourhighlightisgrand hosting traditionalactivitiesforcommunitytojoinin arrival ofniibin,oursummerseason.We celebrateby together annuallyonJune21sttocelebratethe Summer Solstice: facilitator. modality. GookmisIsabelleMeawasigewasour people inCedarBathtrainingasatraditionalhealing we spentthispastyearteachingandcertifying10 Gookmisag Circle: Council well-attended. Sponsored byNFNandOntarioArts variety ofculturalartsprojects. Theseare always monthly workshopsintwocommunitiestoteacha Cultural Arts: songs anddancing.Ahealthyfamilysocial. where traditionaldrum families cometogethertolearn Drum Socials:

Usingcommunityfacilitators,wehost We hostmonthlyfamilydrumsocials Asacommunitywecome InthemonthofNmeGiizis Withourstaff elderaslead,

NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT We are workingto

• • • • Management Program. draws. Partnership withNFNCommunity Withdrawal provided andthere were prizesforspotdancesand friendly socialforourcommunity. Afeastwas during theholidaystooffer ahealthyandfamily- social ofhanddrummingand grandfatherdrum Holiday DrumSocial: to thisfuncommunitysocialeveryyear. couple ofhundred peopleattended.We lookforward round danceatNbisiingSecondarySchoolin whicha Bay RegionalHealthCentre, wehostedahand drum Annual RoundDance: seeding. also taughtusaboutprotecting plantsandhelping in and veryknowledgeableintraditionalmedicines.He Joseph Pitawanikwatwhoisfrom Wiikwemkoong and acoupleofotherblends.Ourfacilitatorwas bath, anarthritisandpainsalve,awomen’s medicine when harvesting.Thispastyear, wecreated abark how tosustainablyharvest,andculturalprotocols NFN landstoseehabitats,where medicinesgrow, Traditional Medicines: and OntarioArtsCouncil. great nishnaabemusic.Thiswassponsored byNFN fun dayofvisitingnishnaabeartistsandlisteningto needed publicexposure forallofourartists.Itwasa our nishnaabeartistsandmusiciansprovide Art Show: InFebruary, we spent timetocelebrate We hostedaholidaydrum InpartnershipwiththeNorth We hadthree (3)outingson NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

• Remembrance Day: Every year, we provide the cultural component for this important celebration as well as other events requiring cultural protocols. • Chiefs of Ontario Meeting: Our center provided the cultural component of this major event. • 30th Anniversary Annual Traditional Pow Wow: In 2018, we welcomed approximately 5,000 people at the Jocko Point Cultural Grounds over the weekend, including 6 drums, 185 dancers, 30 visitors, and plenty of visitors. Our community looks forward to this annual event as Nbisiing’s largest gathering for families and to welcome home our members who live in urban centers. Sponsored by NFN and Canadian Heritage, corporate donations, fundraising, NFN Education and Lawrence Commanda Health Centre.

Special Projects: • Culture Strategic Plan: Our team is reviewing all of the input provided by our membership at the 8 community forums held last year to determine the priorities for NFN culture and language. The top 10 community recommendations were listed and we are now working on how to roll these out into our community under four components: History/Heritage, Nishnaabemwin, Culture and Spirituality/Ceremonial life. These are exciting times as we create a solid foundation for returning our culture, language, history and knowledge. We did not lose these; they were stolen from our people, and we will return our cultural ways for the better health of our Nbisiing nation. • 13 Moons Governance & Natural Law: We were successful in our bid for a 2-year project from the Ontario Arts Council to provide monthly events/ activities/workshops regarding natural law and CULTURE & LANGUAGE (WEST) CULTURE sustainable harvest of creator’s gifts that become available to us, in our area, under the 13 moons governance system. These were the laws that governed us prior to contact, and prior to any treaty. These are creator’s laws, superseding the treaty and any new policies. This is an exciting project and we GOAL #6 – have Brady Penasse as coordinator.

43 44 GOAL #6 – CULTURE & LANGUAGE (WEST) • • • History/Heritage https://www.nfn.ca/culture-heritage/ documents andresources: section oftheNFNwebsite,alongwithotherhistorical with copiesoftheoriginalminutes,underCulture can viewourfirstpublicationofthegroup, along empowering andsupportingourNFNpeople.You Nbisiing nishnaabekwewagwhoworkedtirelessly have begunourresearch onthisgroup ofstrong The NipissingIndianHomemakersClub: now-playing-nipissing-warriors-documentary documentary: https://www.nipissingu.ca/news/2017/ plan aviewinginthenearfuture. To viewtheoriginal Nishnaabemwin dialectisnearcompletion.We will translation ofthisdocumentaryintoNbisiing The NipissingWarriors Documentary: published copy. story istold.We willkeepyouinformedaboutthe been here sincetimeimmemorialandit’s timeour We were erasedfrom thelocalhistory, yetwehave our impactbackontolakeandtraditionallands. Nbisiing traditionalterritoryandourgoalistorestore maps, andhistoricalreports. Thestoryisabout gathering storiesfrom theelders,archival documents, Glenna BeaucageandDr. KatrinaSrigleyhavebeen The People,andFuture) since2019.Co-authors E-Niigaanwang (ThestoriesofNbisiing,TheLand, bi KidwaadMaaNbisiing:A-kii,Bemaadzijik, We havebeenworkingonabook,entitledGaa- NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

This We We Indigenous Culture Project, OntarioArtsCouncil Brady Penassezhinkaaso,Wabizhashi doodeman, /Waadookaazod, Clerk Gail McLeodzhinkaazo,shagidoodeman,E-niigaanzid Kendaaswin enkiid,Library/LiteracyWorker Randy Penassezhinkaazo,Beshkdoodeman, Naangaanzid EnkamgakCulture EventsCoordinator Mindy Martelzhinkaazo,waabizeshidoodeman, Enweyang Enkiid/LanguageWorker Evelyn McLeodzhinkaazo,BineshiiDoodeman, Enaagdawenjiged/Manager Glenna Beaucagendoonzhinkaaz,Shaagindoodem, (Nbisiing AnishinabekCulture Centre) Staff Nbisiing AnishinaabeGaabi-NaadzwaadGamig NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

GOAL #7 – HEALTH SERVICES

INTRODUCTION Together Ontario’s Commitment to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples funding. Primary health care will The team at Nipissing First Nation Health Services offer a wide range of services including traditional works to strengthen the health and wellness of the healing, primary care, health promotion, chronic Nbisiing Debendaaziwaad mindful of building and disease management, family-focused maternal/child sustaining quality services. During this reporting health care, mental wellness care, diabetes care, and period, enhancements occurred with the addition a culturally integrated licensed day care facility. There of Culturally Defined Community Withdrawal will be 87 spots available for infants and children in Management; with the launch of the North Bay the EarlyON and daycare programs. The NBIH will be Indigenous Hub; with a switch from paper to electronic incorporated and establish its identity as an Indigenous records; through advocacy with the addition of service provider offering culturally safe care to the local Jordan’s Principle; and policy revisions to the Medical urban Indigenous population, Nipissing, Temagami Health Fund. and Dokis First Nations. The main site at 1040 Brooke Digital Health - In April 2018, NFN Health Services Street North Bay is undergoing major renovations with activated Mustimuhw an electronic medical record an anticipated grand opening in early 2020. In the system that securely manages client information and interim an Executive Director has been hired to lead will eventually provide clients with direct access to further recruitment and establish a temporary office. their own records. In the Fall of 2018 nursing staff and the Registered Dietitian were granted access to the Connecting Ontario Clinical Viewer, another digital COMMUNITY health tool for view only access to client records from HEALTH the hospital system which has greatly reduced the PROGRAM amount of wait time to initiate services. Testing is underway to integrate immunization data within the Carole Lafantaisie provincial repository in order for clients to have access was hired in August to one record. This positions Nipissing First Nation 2018 as the new to be a leader in the First Nations digital health world Community Health which is now a necessity when providing or receiving Nurse (CHN). health care. She successfully completed the immunization certification required by the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch and commenced programming and providing client services. HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) HEALTH

Throughout the year, the CHN sees clients by North Bay Indigenous Hub - Nipissing First Nation appointment or walk in for various concerns including: is launching the North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH) immunizations, wellness checks, diabetes concerns, that will provide primary health care, EarlyON and injections, blood pressure monitoring and other health daycare services made possible by the 2017 Journey concerns individuals might have. GOAL #7 –

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Immunization Program - Sixteen influenza a range of prevention and early intervention services immunization clinics ran October to December with to give children a better start in life. It is to link families 196 individuals immunized. This is much higher than with children requiring assistance to appropriate last years at 111 individuals immunized. Influenza supports and services in the community and to offer clinics were held equally between Garden Village screening to identify those at risk. Participation in this and Duchesnay, one clinic in Jocko point as well in program is voluntary. coordination with other events, such as Diners’ Club, and the Annual Community Meeting to provide access Support and Linkage services include information of to as many people as possible. Members reported possible community resources needed to meet needs: seeing their family doctors, Nurse Practitioners and CPNP, Breastfeeding Peer Support, Breastfeeding pharmacies for vaccines including influenza. support by Maternal Child Health Nurse, Postnatal Home Visits, Immunizations, Milk Coupon Program, All students at Nbisiing Secondary School were audited links with a Family Physician and Midwife was done for for their school based immunization status beginning a few clients. in September 2018. Two clinics were held at Nbisiing Secondary School in November 2018. A total of 11 Postpartum Support services are offered to those who students were immunized for a total of 14 vaccine have given consent to the local Public Health Unit to preventable diseases prevented. Students that enroll be contacted by the Maternal Child Health Nurse and at Nbisiing will continue to be assessed and follow home visit shortly after hospital discharge is offered. up clinics will be continued with the collaboration of 12 new born babies from NFN and other First Nations Nbisiing Secondary School staff. were visited and each received a Welcome Home Baby Bag containing several baby items along with some The Community Health program administered vaccines information. Infant feeding support was provided on to a total of 215 people this past year. request. The Maternal Child Health Nurse continued to participate on the Nipissing Postpartum Mood Health Promotion and Other Services - As part Disorders Network. of the NFN pandemic planning efforts 54 staff were fitted for N95 masks. Information materials on health Milk Coupon Program - A total of 646 milk coupons were submitted to the NFN newsletter, posted on were distributed during 2018-2019. Facebook and sent via email throughout the year. These materials included information on outbreaks, Prenatal Classes - two series during the 2018-2019 sharps, memorandums of food and health product period. recalls, influenza virus and adult immunizations. The CHN managed 14 cases of sexually transmitted Infant Massage - two series consisting of 5 weeks disease and communicable disease. For these cases with 8 families benefiting from this course that focuses counselling and education was the main priority along on nurturing touch and bonding. with protecting the community. Annual Baby Calendar - This year’s articles in the Environmental Health - The Community Health calendar were revised and there will be a new process for the distribution in 2019. HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) HEALTH program followed up with a total of three incidents

involving animal bites/scratches, to ensure the victims Calendars were distributed had sought medical advice pertaining to the wound, to ten families that had rabies and also to offer a tetanus booster. submitted a review and a few extra were on hand The Maternal Child Health Nurse ensures families from if community members GOAL #7 – the prenatal period to children age six have access to requested a calendar.

46 NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT solids. World Breastfeeding Week wasalsocelebrated topics: Isyour ChildSafe,BabySigning Time, intro to CPNP program held drop insessionswithvarious Childhood DevelopmentProgram inJune2018.The offered aCarSeatClinicinpartnershipwiththeEarly Car SeatClinic- teaching tothenewbabies. Grandmother comeinanddothewaterberry to thehanddrummingbyelder. We alsohada all thebabiesbecamequietandwere very attentive to dosometraditionalteachingsanddrumming items andinformation.We hadamaleelderwhocame some giveaway display tableshad Health Display. The Children’s Oral their babies,and change andfeed mothers could was placedintheQuietRoom(HealthOffice)where Display, including theBabyFriendlyInitiative10Steps tables: PostpartumMoodDisorders, Breastfeeding ChildHealthProgramThe Maternal hadthree display baby blanket. will findapicture ofthisyear’s group andthebeautiful well asaneducationalageappropriate toy. Aboveyou blanket thatwasmadebyourhomemaker’s clubas included aCulturalbook,traditionalcoppercup,baby and grandparents, andelders.Theseyear’s gifts in2018andwaswellattendedbyparentsbabies born event, washeldinGarden Village thisyear, honouring or committees.Welcome BabyCelebration,anannual partnership withapproximately 10otherNFNPrograms Health Program tooktheleadinplanningthisevent Welcome BabyCelebration- The Maternal ChildHealthProgram TheMaternal NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT The Maternal Child TheMaternal BFI CommunityWorking Group. Rounds, Breastfeeding CoursesLevelIandII,the and March. Thisgroup isresponsible forBreastfeeding the BFIClinical(Nurses)Working Group, inOctober attended theBFINipissingannualmeetinginApriland Baby FriendlyInitiative(BFI)- breastfeeding experience. in October2018withfourspeakerssharingtheir centre. supervisor and onecook/cleaneremployed ateach are twopreschool teachers,onetoddlerteacher, on has spaceforfivetoddlers and16preschoolers. There Child Care andEarlyYears Act.Eachchildcare centre First Nationandlicensedby theMinistryofEducation’s non-profit organizations thatare operatedbyNipissing activities.Both centresand land-basedlearning are support ourCulture andLanguagethrough play-based and intellectually. Thechildcare centres alsooffer and the children togrow socially, emotionally, physically Educators provide opportunitiesfor excellentlearning throughlearn play. OurRegistered EarlyChildhood for children aged18monthstofiveyearsofage Programs offer qualitychildcare andopportunities Childcare Children’s Program (after-school) andJordan’s Principle. Daycares, SummerChildren’s Program, Integrated Programs operatingunderthisumbrella include:NFN’s CHILDREN’S SERVICES programs asneeded. fiscal year. ShehasalsoassistedtheCHNandHCC Kindergarten andtheSchoolReadinessprogram this Child HealthNursehasassistedwithWelcome to Supports withotherprograms -TheMaternal provided. and InfluenzaClinicswhere immunizationswere based immunizationclinicsheldatNbisiingSecondary ChildHealthNurseassistedwithoneschool Maternal the agesoftwomonthstosixyearsage.The Nurse provided 39immunizationstochildren between Immunization Program - -NipissingFirstNation’s ChildCare The Maternal ChildHealth The Maternal TheMCHNurse 47 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 48 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) • • • • • • • • Program Highlights Fundraising events Community Celebrations Ojibway languageandculturalcomponents andafternoon Nutritious hotlunches,plusmorning Healthy andageappropriate socialskills,spiritual, Field trips,specialactivitiesandcommunityvisitors All staff are trainedwithFirstAid/CPRCLevel Professionally-trained Registered ECE(Early snacks physical andemotionaldevelopment Childhood Education)staff NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT surrounding behaviourswithintheclassroom. Couchie able toaddress challengesorspecialcircumstances Behavioural Interactionstoassiststaff inbeingbetter Several staff havealsoreceived trainingforIntensive when itcomestotheirchildren’s through learning play. while alsoengagingparents toknowwhatthismeans Happen”intotheirprogramsLearning atahigherlevel focusing onincorporatingthepedagogyof“HowDoes The NipissingFirstNationChildcare Centres havebeen Registration andconfirmation ofspaceis required. while alsohavingtimetoplan onanotherhalfday. within theprogram foronedaythroughout theweek based activities.ALanguage Teacher ishired to work Welfare programs whichoffer craftsandsome land Heritage Department,Recreation andtheNativeChild Program welcomesthepartnershipsof Culture and outings with60spotsavailable.TheSummerChildren’s special communityvisitors,guests/activities, time forphysicalactivity, group play, sciencecamps, Program isasix-weekprogram that offers ample Summer Children’s Program - activities. Registrationisrequired forchildren toattend. or mathandliteracyenjoyingsomephysical and are each givenequaltimeworkingonhomework The groups swapmidwaythrough theprogram time while theotherattendsgymforphysicalactivity. split intotwogroups. Onegroup worksonhomework The children are offered anutritioussnackandthen picked upbyparents at5:30pmthesamelocation. dropped off attheHolySpiritChurch locationand 5:30pm forchildren aged6–12years.Children are Program isoffered Monday–Thursdaysfrom 3:30– Bi-gzhaadge binoonjiiyak– increasing documentationwithinHiMama. and focuswillbeplacedonparent engagementand the centre, withease.Lookingforward, more emphasis and staff tobeablefunctionandmovethroughout space willbemore suitableforthefamilies,children when theyare abletomoveintothenewcentre. This Memorial Daycare Centre isexcitedlywaitingthetime IntegratedChildren’s The Summer Children’s

NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT • • Orthodontics • • • • • • • • • • funds havebeenaccessedtosupport: To date,inNipissingFirstNation,Jordan’s Principle therapy, medical equipmentandphysiotherapy. special education,dental,physicaltherapy, speech not limited services tothem.Forexample,itcanaddress, butis reserve byensuringthere are nogapsingovernment the needsofFirstNationschildren residing onoroff Jordan’s Principle- had 9children completetheprogram. in JulyatOurLadyofSorrows schoolfor3weeksand In Julyofthe2018/2019year, theprogram washosted both children andparents/caregivers forthetransition. bus routines andrules. Theprogram aimstoprepare when theybeginschool.Children becomefamiliarwith children toensure thattheyare prepared forlearning and reasoning /cognitivefunctionsare provided tothe areas ofsocialdevelopment,languageskills,self-help experiencesinthe ineducation.Learning their journey program istoprepare children forthebeststarton - School Readiness/ReadytoLearn Assistive Devices Sensory-based Therapy Specialized school/education Educational Assistantsupport Transportation Services Educational Devices Medical devices Dental Surgeons Respite Care Psycho EducationalAssessments Speech Services to,gapsinsuchservicesasmentalhealth, Jordan’s Principleaddresses NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Thegoalofthe management andprevention ofdiabetes. This communityinitiativeassists intheearlydetection, over theyearwiththree requiring furtherfollow-up. Blood GlucoseScreenings - managing theirdiabetes/healthafterthesession. something newand73%feltmore confident in Dietitian. Ofthoseparticipating,80%saidtheylearned how theyaffect cholesterol from ourCommunity aboutthedifferentlearned typesoffatsinfoodand was DietaryFatsandYour Health.The15participants A LoveforYourself - shared inthisday, includingtheDaycare Binoojiinyag. to prevent diabetes.There were 57participantswho share howsheencourageshealthylivingwithherfamily was ‘DiabetesandtheFamily”wehadaspeaker 2018 witha5 community. overall awareness inthe diabetes andraise to prevent andmanage how their familiestolearn community membersand aims tosupportNFN The DiabetesProgram DIABETES World DiabetesDaywascelebratedonNovember9 diabetes. day, 71%felttheyknewmore abouthow to prevent There were 7youthinattendanceandattheendof harvest. Nexttheyendedthedaycanoeingonlake. shared amealcookedoutdoorsincludingfishandtheir vegetables from thecommunitygarden andthen teachings from elderDanCommanda,theyharvested and diabetesprevention. Youth listenedtotraditional 3 Love Your Selfie(Youth Retreat) - rd annualretreat foryouthpromoting healthyliving th annualhealthybreakfast. Thetheme The topicforthisannualevent 40 adultswere screened Thiswasthe th , 49 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 50 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) members. 468 GoodFoodBoxeswere provided tocommunity members wantingtopurchase one.Overthispastyear, eligible clientsoftheFoodBankandtoanycommunity Each monthboxesare provided toCPNPparticipants, monthly newsletterwithrecipes andhealthylivingtips. more homesinourcommunity. Everyboxincludesa promote healthyeatingandbringfresh foodinto Good FoodBoxProgram - families toeattogetherthroughout NutritionMonth! Label Readingsessionandacontestencouraging discussed. SomeotheractivitiesincludedaNutrition vegetables, usingwholegrainsandmealplanningwere meals, where topicssuchasincreasing fruitsand with afocusonbudgetfriendlymeals,andfasthealthy There were three Health’s Kitchensthroughout theyear Master ChefCompetitionandstrawberryjammaking. plate. FortheSummerChildren’s Program there wasa include vegetablesandwhatisahealthybalanced for theyouthcookinggroup withafocusonwaysto There was asessionledbytheRegistered Dietitian andimproveages tolearn onfoodandnutritionskills. nutrition program offered severalopportunitiesforall Food SkillsProgramming - NUTRITION Community Garden NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Thisprogram aimsto Through theyear this program toprovide Health Nurseworkwith Child and Maternal Community Nutritionist with CPNPthisyear. The women whoregistered (CPNP) - Nutrition Program Canada Prenatal additional garden workerwithexpertiseinhorticulture. for ourcommunity. Thisyearthegarden acquired an to provide fresh healthyfoodgrown byourcommunity of theGtigewinCommunityGarden anditcontinues Gtigewin CommunityGarden - pregnant womenandtheirsupportpersons. Prenatal Classeswere alsooffered twicethisyearfor stages shared theirexperiencewithbreastfeeding. Breastfeeding Week where 4womenofdifferent life was invitedtoattendacelebrationhonourWorld solid foodstobabies.InOctober, thecommunity language, safetyofchildproducts, andintroducing with atotalof33attendeesontopicsbabysign prenatal education.There were three drop-in sessions sessions onvarioustopics,breastfeeding supportand This includesGoodFoodBox,MilkCoupons,drop-in pregnant women,newmothers/caregivers andbabies. healthy livingsupportsto There were 31 Thiswasthethird year NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Jam MakingandMasterChef Summer Children’s Program zucchinis! yellow beans,nearly2,000cucumbers,and223 Fun fact:Ourgarden produced 100kgofgreen and and benefitingfrom thegarden. members are aware ofthegarden, enjoyingthegarden These numbersmakeitclearthatmore community own produce 198times,a96%increase from lastyear! community membersaccessedthegarden topicktheir produce eitheratagarden standoranevent,and There was onceagainover500visitstopickup Program MasterChef! the DiabetesYouth Retreat andSummerChildren’s Cook-Off, CommunityFeast,a How to Garden Session, this year, includingPick-Your-Own day, theGarden The garden wasincorporatedintoseveralprograms garden, andtheplantingoftwoappletrees! sign thatpromotes theuseofAnishinaabemwinin It alsocontinuedtodevelopstructurally, includinga NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

continue tobegrounded from aframeworkofculture and addictions.Clinicalserviceshealthpromotion Indigenous knowledgeinthearea ofmentalhealth culturally safe,traumainformedservicesguidedby Prevention Servicesstrivestoprovide professional, Giyak Moseng~TheRightPathCounsellingand SERVICES COUNSELLING &PREVENTION GIYAK MOSENG—RIGHTPATH replacement therapyclinicfor NipissingFirstNation. the designofprogram andestablishing anopioid specialist hasledtoacommitment forsupporting Initial collaborationwiththe addictionsmedicine services onthemedicinewheel andseasonalactivities. Continuum Framework,which includesbasingthe the program designontheFirstNation MentalWellness advocacy. Concertedefforts havebeenmadetobase their community, andreceive appropriate supportand reduction approach forclientstosafelydetoxwithin land basedprogram thataimstoprovide aharm the community. Thisisdesignedasaculturallysafe that willenhancethecontinuumofcare available to based communitywithdrawalmanagementprogram NFNHS proposed thedevelopmentofaculturally- landscape regarding withdrawalmanagement, Management - Culturally BasedCommunityWithdrawal wellness, coupletherapyandplaytherapy. Indigenous knowledgerelated toaddictionsandmental training related tocannabis,trauma,harmreduction, Behavioral Therapy. Theteamalsoupdatedtheir offered staff trainingopportunitiesspecifictoCognitive program. Inaddition,ourconsultingPsychiatristhas consultation andtreatment collaborationtoour Psychiatrist whoattendsmonthlytooffer assessment, this pastyearwebuiltapartnershipwithconsulting youth services.To supportthedemand forservices, of cliniciansforbothadultservicesandchild for clinicalservicesinthepastyear. We haveateam Highlights - as treatment. GiyakMosenghasseenasteadydemand Inresponse tochangesinthelocal 51 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 52 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 15 participants aboutcrisisresponse andthenewly Kimewon co-facilitated aninformationsession with Health Centre, Dr. Brenda RestouleandCrystal - Niwiidooktaadmin –NFN’s CriticalResponseTeam people attend. to enjoyandvisiteachother. We had atotalof308 barbeques thatbrought communitymemberstogether sessions. Thisfundingalsosupportedthree community of 63communitymembersattendedthe client withfamilyandcommunitysupports.Atotal program. Allservicesare integrated intohelpingthe and economicwellbeing,iftheychoosetoenterthe lens toaddress mental,emotional,spiritual, social met usingaculturalfoundationandholistic approach toaccessingassistance,allclientsare their needs.Theprogram usesa“nowrong door” together withindividualsandfamiliestobettermeet mandate: forNFNservicesandprograms towork information onWiidooktaadyang’s purposeand - Wiidooktaadyang— “We are HelpingOneAnother” fiscal year. to address opioidandsubstancemisuseinthenew community membersandtheirfamilieswillbeoffered that anumberofnewprograms andservicesfor recruitment occurringinthenewfiscal.Itisanticipated Coordinator willleadthisworkwithotherkeystaff Cultural Coordinator andtheWithdrawalManagement been theprimaryoutcomesforthisprogram. A program developmentandstaff recruitment have In thesecondhalfoffiscalyear, planning, development oftheprogram. committed theirknowledgeofculturalpracticestothe working group ofIndigenoushelpers,whomhave in theirownrecovery. We havealsoestablisheda and consultationswithindividualsactivelyengaged as theCultural,Lands,andEducationDepartments); serviceproviders,meetings withvariousinternal (such phase, whichinvolvedthree communitypresentations; is recently wrappedupthecommunityengagement The communitywithdrawalmanagementprogram OnSeptember26,2018at theLawrence Commanda Two communitysessionswere offered toprovide NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT additional FirstNationcommunities.Oursatelliteoffice to 24yearsforNipissingFirstNationandincluding8 with servicesextendedtotransitionalageyouthup provide supporttochildren andyouthuptoage18 Health andAddictionsCounsellorscontinueto Child &Youth Services- NFN isservedby. formed Highway69/400mentalwellnessteamthat drug equipment aswellthedistribution ofsterile include thesafe disposalofsharpsand other injection Other harmreduction initiativesthatare underway distributed tostaff andcommunitymembers. In thefinal3quartersof fiscalyear, 70kitswere as beingopioidusersorfamily/friends ofopioidusers. staff ofNFNaswellcommunity membersidentifying introduced andisbeingoffered onanongoingbasisto training, includingadministrationofNaloxone,was to effectively managetherisks.Overdose prevention reduction servicesandincrease communitycapacity need foradditionalprogram planningtoenhanceharm use andassociatedoverdose riskhasresulted inthe Harm Reduction- Nation membersattendtrainingforASIST. staff September18-19,2018.We had14NipissingFirst Health FirstAidTraining (MHFA-FN) forcommunity and Suicide InterventionSkillsTraining (ASIST)&Mental Strategy (NAYSPS) - National AboriginalYouth SuicidePrevention cope withanxiety. and theirparents/caregivers hands-onskillsto tolearn anxiety; andatwo-partworkshopforchildren, youth strategies onsupportingchildren andyouthwith a workshopforparents andcaregivers toprovide enhance awareness andsupportonLGBTQ2Sissues; at NbisiingSecondarySchoolforstaff andstudentsto additional highlightsincludeoffering: aworkshopseries addition tomanaging full caseloads over theyear, a few traditional applicationofsocialworkservices.In 8 communitiesandwhocontinuestooffer significant Health andAddictionsCounsellortoservice5ofthe in ParrySoundhostsone(1)ChildandYouth Mental Increased withopioid concerns WithNAYSPS funding Applied TheChild&Youth Mental NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Couchie. This sessionwasfacilitated byArtTherapistEmily positive impactonoverallwellness andrelationships. building andmindfulnessawareness aimedtohavea of 2019.Thesesessionsfoster opportunitiesforskill and adultswere again madeavailableinthespring Art therapysessionsforyouth,parents andchildren safe handlingoffire arms. Jeff Stewart,theRecreation Activator, taughtskillson you needtosurviveandlivinginbalancewithCreation. who provided ateachingonhunting,takingonlywhat was facilitatedbyRodneyBeaucage,alocalhunter, hunting andharvestinginOctober2018.Thisevent Programs, youthwere about takenonthelandtolearn In partnershipwithRecreation andNativeChild Welfare the activitiesoffered thisyearare describedbelow. healthy attitudestowards livinga‘goodlife’.Someof values andteachingwiththeultimateaimoffostering and culturalidentitythatfostersstrong Indigenous skills tosupporthealthyindividual,family, community on helpingchildren, youthandtheirfamiliesdeveloplife Youth LifePromotion Funding- Health andNutrition. anticipated through apartnershipbetweenMental development ofanewyouthcookingprogram is was celebratedinAugust2018asplanningand cooking program, KidsCanCookwithConfidence, the community. Finally, along-standingchildren’s with specificagegroups across thelifespanwithin and trainingfocusedonwellnesshavetakenplace Health Promotion - quality healthcare toallmembersofthecommunity. addiction-based servicestoensure equalaccessto members astheintentionistooffer afullrangeof Moseng willbesetuptooffer theservicetocommunity In thecomingfiscalyear, itisanticipatedthatGiyak discard usedsharpsandotherdruguseequipment. disposal kioskinstalledwithinthecommunitytosafely was draftedandefforts are underwaytohavea drug injectionequipmentandinhalationkits.Apolicy Program activities,events NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Thisfundingfocuses The secondannual land. sustainable harvestingandlivinginbalancewiththe family relationshipsabouttheimportanceof andlearn of allagesattendedthiseventtopromote healthy of snowshoeingandicefishing.Atotal51individuals Cultural Program inthewinterof2019todoafullday The RightPathpartnered withRecreation Program and WALK AGAINSTIMPAIRED DRIVING ORANGE DAY nurturing thewellbeingofourchildren. ‘Every ChildMatters’toraiseconsciousnessof Survivors wascelebratedinOctoberwiththetheme honours theresiliency ofIndianResidentialSchool EVENT—EVERY CHILDMATTERS Orange ShirtDay eventthat 53 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 54 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) ambulance. appropriate help,whether itbeaneighbor, relative or will respond, assessthesituationand contactthe (pendant orwristband)and acertifiedHelplinemonitor hours adaytheclientjustpresses thehelpbutton home togetquickassistance wheneveritisneeded—24 ensures ourmemberclientswhoare living intheirown setting upapersonalresponse service.Thisservice Help Line- meet themedicalandhealthneedsofourclients. identifies whatisneededinacare plan,in order forusto safely. OurHCCNursesprovide assessments,which duties forthosewhoare notabletodosoon theirown with ourHomemakerswillalsoprovide homemaking personal care forourmemberclients.OurPSWsalong preparation, bathing,monitoringofmedicationsandother Workers (PSWs)are trainedtoassistinhealthymeal Home SupportServices- and referrals. nursingincludingassessment,casemanagement care medicationmanagement,bathingandhome preparation, assistancewithdailymeal while othersmayneedmore include transportationforgroceriesormedications client’s abilitiestofunction independently. may Service dependingonthemember vary scope ofwork.Services withinour to theneedsofourmemberclientsthatare We caterourservices oftheservices. with oneormore Over thepastyear, HCCassisted101member clients loved onesaslongpossible. independence intheirownhomeandtobeclose the community. We helpthosewhowanttokeeptheir themselves withtheassistanceoftheirfamily, friendsand for clients’effortstocare but doesnotreplace Programsupplements The HomeandCommunityCare *8,514 hoursofhomesupportservices The HCCProgram canassistclientsin were provided in2018-2019. HOME &COMMUNITYCARE Our PersonalSupport NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT

Clients are required tobooktrips24hoursinadvance to NorthBayandSturgeon Fallsonschedulesdays. transportation three daysaweekwhichincludestrips are abletoperformtheirweeklyerrands.We offer offers transportationservicestoourclientssothey Transportation Services- their homeswhile reducing oravoiding unnecessary high riskseniors sotheyare abletoremain safely in living servicesare intendedtoaddress theneedsof them tocontinuesafely reside athome.Assisted medication monitoringand securitycheckstoallow who needdailypersonalcare, mealpreparation, This addresses theneedsofhigh risk seniors support servicesona24hours’ basisasneeded. member seniorclientswithafullrangeofpersonal Assisted Living- the caregivers. alone wheninneedandprovides somedowntimefor care. Thisensures thememberclientsare notleft from thehomeforappointments,workorpersonal caregiver livingwiththembutisrequired tobeaway services forthosememberclientsthathavea Respite - cutting, andseasonalhousingcleaning. do itthemselves.Thisincludessnowremoval, grass home formemberclientswhoare unabletosafely provides assistancewithseasonalhelparound the Seasonal Services- to ensure weare abletoaccommodatethem. TheHCCprogram provides respite *521 hoursofseasonalservices *10 hoursofrespite services were provided in2018-2019 were provided in2018-2019 were provided in2018-2019 *1,313 transportationtrips AssistedLivingServicesprovide TheHCCprogram also TheHCCProgram

NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT prescription pick-ups. there were 275 ‘noshows’,288cancellations and42 and Sudburytrips,203trips were recorded. Overall, and appointmenttime.For boththeAfterHours means clientsare scheduledaccording todestination manner whilecontinuingto provide qualityservice Falls. Coordinating bookingsinacost-effective local medicaltransportationtoNorthBayandSturgeon fiscal year, there were 1,463bookingsbyclientsfor Local MedicalTransportation - NON-INSURED HEALTH BENEFITS students. allowed fortheelderstovisitandsocializewithour provided amealontheeastendofourcommunity and hosting luncheswithNbisiingSecondarySchoolwhich were alsoabletoincrease ourcongregate diningby a numberofmedicalsuppliesandequipment.We of ausedvehicleforourtransportationservicesand funding assistedwithadditionalnursingstaff, purchase us toenhanceanumberofourcurrent services.This funding overthepasttwoyearsthathaveenabled – Ontario FirstNationsHomeandCommunityCare to remain safelyintheirhomes. chairs thatare required inorder forthememberclient such aswalkers,handrails,commodes,andwheel need onashorttermbasis.We loanoutequipment number ofmedicaldevicesthatmemberclientsmay Medical EquipmentLoan- safe intheirhomes. check infrom thePSWatasettimetoensure theyare home. Thisserviceprovides thememberclientwitha checks forthosememberclientswhoare aloneinthe Security Checks- to LongTerm Care Homes. hospitalizations, emergency room visitsandadmission TheHCCdepartmentreceived additionalannual *2,253 hoursofassistedlivingservices

were provided in2018-2019 TheHCCprogram offers security NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT The HCCProgram hasa Inthe2018-2019

the FirstNationsandInuitHealthBranch.Forthis services providers (Pharmacies,physicians,etc.)and Coordinator oftenactsasliaisonbetweenclients, any remaining disbursementstoclients.TheNIHB finalize detailed reporting foreachtripandissue arrangements where required, calculateadvances, to facilitatepriorapprovals, makeaccommodation Insured HealthBenefitsCoordinator is responsible Long DistanceMedicalTransportation - up to April 1–March 31tocoverrecreation registration costs $52,000. Thefundcanbeaccessed fortheperiodof the Recreation Reimbursement Fund totaling more than 2018-2019, 135NFNchildren were served/accessed Reimbursement andtheYouth WhoExcel Funds.In fitness centre, gym nights,aswelltheRecreation Recreation overseesthegeneraloperationsof toSkate,andBaseballskills. Outings, Learn Walks, lacrosse, hockey, icefishing,SnowShoe Walk AgainstDrinkingandDriving,LunchHourPoker community events:HalloweenParty, fitnesschallenges, Recreation collaboratedand/oroffered the following enhance communityhealthandwellbeing.”Thisyear, that reflect upon“Developingaholisticstrategyto Plan, Recreation strivestooffer programs andactivities In accordance withtheNipissingFirstNation Strategic RECREATION for thesecondhalfoffiscalyear. fiscal end;however, THSwasabletoincrease activity reason, there wasanoticeablesurplusinfundingat to assistwiththehealervisitsasrequired. Forthis the fiscalyearduetoinabilitysecure helpers internal significant decrease inhealervisitsforthefirsthalfof 14 healervisits.Inthisfiscalyear, THSshowed a Services wasabletoprovide 240appointmentsfor During the2018-2019fiscalyear, Traditional Healing TRADITIONAL HEALING facilitated bytheNIHBCoordinator. report 248longdistancemedicalreferral tripswere $500/year for eachchild. Thisistoassistfamilies TheNon 55 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 56 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 3. 2. 1. custodial functionsofthehealthfacilities. To undertakeproper maintenance,operationsand OPERATIONS ANDMAINTENANCE activity componentofthisprogram. providing anutritioussnackandfacilitatingthephysical three nightsperweek.Thisresponsibility includes gzhaadge binoonjiiyak–IntegratedChildren’s Program The Recreation Activatorcontinuedtoco-leadtheBi- members, regardless ofwhere theylive. fund isavailabletochildren whoare registered band and encourageahealthyactivelifestyle.This Safety andsecurityactivities. Minor maintenanceactivities. General cleaningandsanitaryservices(daily, both indoorandoutdoor). • • • • • • • • • Garbage pickedup;sidewalks andparkinglot Regular checkofheating\coolingsystems Monitored temperature settingsthroughout Hallways, stairwellsandexitlightschecked Daily fire alarmchecksdoneand recorded filter Routine maintenancesuchasfurnace Maintained regular facilityinspectionsandkept Kept aninventoryofsuppliestoorder. Conducted routine dutiesonadailybasis, checked forlighting building replaced asrequired replacement done. log ofrepairs required\done. including cleaningtolaundry. NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT 4. 6. 5. Seasonal Duties Maintenance Projects Maintain andtestsafety, emergency, fire detection andprotection equipment. • • • • • Summer—ensured alldownspoutsandsplash Winter—ensured snowremoved from all The 2ndmaintenanceitemwasthereplacement During thisreporting periodthere were two Tested fire alarms,portableextinguishes, water where mosquitoescouldhatch. from foundationareas; and,ensured nostanding trimmed andcut,asrequired; removed allweeds pads directed awayfrom buildings;grass free forplowtodobiggercleanup. entrances; buildingclearoficebuildup;and,area reports ofwater leaks havebeennoted. with newheatingcablesin the valleys.Nofurther the drywall.Anewsteelroof wasinstalledalong with oneoftheoffices requiring replacement of of thebuildingwasexperiencing waterdamage it couldnotbedelayed.Thenortheastcorner and withthewinterof2019itbecameclearthat This wasflaggedasdueintheprevious year of theroof onthenorthsideofhealthcentre. or fall. new floorthere hasnotbeenone report ofaslip wax theoriginalfloor. Sincetheinstallationof and topurchase andstore chemicals tostripand to thiswasthetime(27hours)andon-goingcost the originalfloorwasnotslip resistant. Secondary several documentedreports forslipsandfallsas was madetodosoforsafetyreasons after common areas ofthehealthcentre. Adecision One wasthereplacement offlooringwithinthe significant maintenanceprojects completed. maintenance schedule. emergency lightingandgeneratorbasedon

NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT August August 31 August 30 August 30 August 30 August 28 August August 21 August 21 August 16 August 15 August 14 August 13 August 12 August 8 August 3 June June June 20 June 17 June 13 June 6 June 5 ...... April April April 22 April 19 April 11 ...... Kids CanCookOpenHouse/Celebration(7) NFN HealthServicesActivitySummaryfor2018-2019 August 2018 June 2018 Garden Village CommunityBBQ(143) April 2018 Naloxone Training Garden Village [22] Walk AgainstImpaired Driving(60) Naloxone Training Duchesnay[16] NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Love Your Selfie-Youth Retreat (7) Garden StandGarden Village (49) Garden PickYour OwnDay(10) Garden StandDuchesnay(31) Garden StandDuchesnay(21) CPNP MilkCoupons(17) CPNP MilkCoupons(18) Garden StandYellek (28) CPN MilkCoupons (17) Welcoming Babies(53) Garden Cook-Off (11) Good FoodBox(40) Good FoodBox(55) Good FoodBox(67) OLS Student(127) Prenatal Class(1) Diners’ Club(58) Diners’ Club(62) Diners’ Club(60) Master Chef(29) Foot Care Foot Care Foot Care May September 30 September 7 September 12 September September September 20 July September 27 May 24 July 11 July 19 September 4 September 13 May 20 July 6 September 6 July 16 May 9 September 12 September 18-19 July 31 May 17 July May September 24 ...... Summer Children’s Program/ JamMaking(43) CPNP Drop-In SessiononSignLanguage(13) Walk AgainstImpaired DrivingPosterDay[13] ...... Orange ShirtDay–84-Nbisiing 48- GV-36) ARGS Youth ResponsibleGambling(13) Gtigewin Garden OpeningCeremony (9) September 2018 May 2018 July 2018 Duchesnay CommunityBBQ(123) Garden StandGarden Village (21) Yellek CommunityBBQ(141) Blood GlucoseTesting –(22) CPNP MilkCoupons(19) CPNP MilkCoupons(17) CPNP MilkCoupons(17) Garden StandYellek (21) Cooking withYouth (9) Good FoodBox(68) Good FoodBox(41) Good FoodBox(36) Health’s Kitchen (6) ASIST Training (12) Diners’ Club(69) Diners’ Club(57) Diners’ Club(75) Foot Care Foot Care Foot Care 57 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 58 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) ...... December –FootCare December December 12 December 12 December 7 ...... October October October 29 October 22-24 October 23 October 19 October 18 October 18 October 16 October 16 October 12 October 10 October 10

...... Is Your ChildSafeHealthCanadaSession(4) Mental HealthFirstAidforNations(23) ...... December 2018 October 2018 NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Garden Social–HowtoGarden (5) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(16) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(11) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(32) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(8) Breastfeeding Celebration(13) January 9–Diners’Club(58) Blood SugarScreening (4) CPNP MilkCoupons(18) Senior ChristmasDiner Good FoodBox(37) Naloxone Training Diners’ Club(104) Garden Feast(53) Diners’ Club(59) Foot Care January November November November 13 November 15 November 9 November 6 November 9 November 14 November 15 November 14 January 29 November 8 November 28 November 24 November 22 November 20 November 17 January 28 November 7 January 23 November 5 November 9 January January 17 November 15 ...... Strategies forAnxietyParents &Caregivers (6) November 2018 January 2019 School BasedImmunizationClinic(10) Child &Caregiver ArtTherapy(12) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(27) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(10) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(10) Senior PokerWalk forHealth(10) NFN Staff NaloxoneTraining (16) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(2) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(5) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(3) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(4) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(2) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(3) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(1) Influenza ImmunizationClinic(4) Blood GlucoseTesting –(12) CPNP MilkCoupons(17) CPNP MilkCoupons(18) World DiabetesDay(57) Good FoodBox(42) Good FoodBox(44) Prenatal Class(2) Diners’ Club(58) Foot Care Foot Care NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT ...... February February 27 February February February 26 February 24 February 8 February 21 February 13 ...... February 2019 ARGS PokerWalk forHealth(17) NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Blood SugarScreening (2) Senior MovieMatinee(34) CPNP MilkCoupons(16) A LoveforYourself (15) Good FoodBox(34) Health’s Kitchen (9) Diners’ Club(39) Foot Care

March 19 March 26 March 4,5 March 7 March 21 March 30 March 27 March 26 March 13 March March March March ...... Coping withAnxiety#1Parents &Children (18) Eating withtheFamilyCompetition(4) March 2019 Label Reading Lunch n Learn (12) Label ReadingLunchnLearn Stars &Strollers Matinee(29) Naloxone trainingforPSW’s Coping withAnxiety#2(15) Art TherapyforAdults(70) CPNP MilkCoupons(18) Feeding Your Baby(16) Good FoodBox(39) Health’s Kitchen (8) Diners’ Club(41) Foot Care 59 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) 60 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) contributing members withinourcommunity, and to that supports ouryouthtodevelopintoactive, healthy also provides aprofessional developmentopportunity Nipissing FirstNation.The Youth Prevention Retreat youth culturalretreat thatconsistedoffemaleyouth community. Theapproach taken wasintheformofa in endingorpreventing thecycleofviolenceinour Educating youthonviolence affecting familiesisstrategic Annual Youth CulturalRetreat youth utilizingaholisticapproach. emotional andspiritualwellbeingofourchildren and with programs inthecommunitytoenhancephysical, The Prevention Program provides children andyouth community. keeping Nipissingmemberchildren withintheir home care withinthecommunityasanimportantstepin recruitment ofnewfosterparents, kinandcustomary member. ChildWelfare continuestoassistinthe attending thehomeofaNipissingFirstNationcommunity members. Thisincludescontactingourofficepriorto complete aProtocol fortheirworkwithourcommunity Niijaansinaanik andCASare workingwithNipissingto families bothonandoff reserve. culturally-sensitive approach toworkingwithNipissing with theCAS;however, Niijaansinaanikwilloffer amore First NationsalongwithNipissingandiscomparable Services). Thisneworganization servessix(6)otherlocal Services (Waabnoong BemjiwangChildandFamily the neworganization NiijaansinaanikChildandFamily The ChildWelfare Program hasalsobeenworkingwith community work. the program through anadministrativerole, aswell to ourgrowing team.Thispositionprovides supportto year, wehavewelcomedanadditionalSupportWorker working withChildren’s AidSociety(CAS).Duringthe and courtattendanceinourdistrictwhilefamiliesare on andoff reserve withhomevisiting,officevisits, support aswelladvocacytothecommunitymembers he ChildWelfare Program provides familyandchild Native ChildWelfare & Prevention Services NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT This annualprogram provides anopportunityfor “I Saw, IShallSpeak” FamilyRetreat Our goalistooffer tworetreats eachyear. This yearwewere abletohostanadditionalretreat. encourage youthtomakehealthylife-stylechoices. programming withintheprevention services. on theland.Ourhopeistocontinueland-based as icefishing,drum-makingandculturalteachings have attendedanumberofSurvivalCamps,aswell community withyouthandfamilyprogramming. Youth The twoyearfundedproject hasprovided the Cultural Land-basedActivities explore theircommunity, culture andfriendships. setting thatoffers developand opportunitiestolearn, chance tosocializewithothercommunitychildren ina place forchildren toattend.Children willhavethe year onceaweek,providing asafeandeducational ASKS isaprogram thatrunsthroughout theschool After SchoolKidsSocial(ASKS) participants. Travel, accommodationsandfoodare provided forthe partnership withtheCommunityCounsellingCentre. need. Thevoluntaryprogram isfree andoffered in cultural, andtherapeuticopportunitiesforfamiliesin This culturallybasedprogram supportstraditional, unhealthy relationships intheirhomeorcommunity. challenging relationships experiencedorexposure to behaviours, andphysiologicalresponses to children andparents toexplore theirthoughts, NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT • • • • • activities throughout theyear. with othercommunityprograms onvariouseducational to facilitateanddevelopspecialprojects whileworking The NativeChildWelfare Prevention Program continues • • • • • Other Programming: Community HalloweenParty Partnership activitieswiththeLibraryandRecreation Movie NightswithNFNFoodBank; National IndigenousPeoplesDayCelebration; Welcoming BabieswithLawrence Commanda Health Family Programming: Moccasinmaking,Shaker& Children’s programming: monthlysocials,craft Youth Programming: Youth Socials,NerfWars, Girls March Break activities; Babysitting Course; programs; Centre (LCHC); Rattle making nights, movienights; Night In,Cooking; NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT 61 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

events such as this one comes from donations from community throughout the year. October 4, 2018 marked Ojibway Women’s Lodge’s 4th Annual Sisters in Spirit The Ojibway Women’s Lodge (OWL) provides women Candlelight Vigil to honour the and their dependents with a safe, secure and confidential lives of Missing and Murdered shelter stay. Services include: 24 hour crisis line, Indigenous women and girls. counselling, support groups, safety planning, women’s This nationally held event circles, ceremonies, access to traditional healers, court is supported by the Native support/accompaniment, childcare, transportation to Women’s Association of access services, advocacy, and assistance in securing Canada. safe housing. The Ojibway Women’s Lodge is committed to raising Visit our website www.ojibwaywomenslodge.ca for more awareness about the continued injustices that information. Indigenous women and girls face in this country. Community members were invited to come out and The Ojibway Women’s participate in a walk through Duchesnay, a sacred fire Lodge has been housed was lit, prayers and offerings were sent up in honour in the same building for of these women and girls we do not forget. the past 34 years. There are ongoing upgrades Light refreshments and giveaways were also provided. and renovations Our 8th annual completed each year. International Women’s This past year included Day celebration new shingles, replacement of front porch, re-insulated was held on March attic, new gable ends, repairs inside included updates to 8, 2019 in Garden existing laundry room with a wall of storage, painting of Village. This event walls in recreation and laundry rooms. Upgrades to the continues to grow, with security system were also completed. approximately 75 people in attendance this year. On August 17, 2018 We appreciated the we celebrated our 6th men that volunteered Annual Family BBQ. to serve tea. A In attendance were 12 smudge went around women and 20 children the circle while who came out to enjoy the Director spoke the day with face about the eighth

HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) HEALTH painting, minnow races, grandmother teaching crafts, special guest Ken the Balloon Dude, followed ‘Life’ and how women carry the gift of being life givers. by BBQ lunch, cake and prizes. All the children left We served David’s Tea and Jean Marc Bakery desserts with a Back Pack full of school supplies. Once again a along with finger sandwiches. The gifts of appreciation special Miigwech to Donna McLeod and co-workers at were flowers from Jackman’s Flowers and fudge from

GOAL #7 – the Ministry of Correctional Services for their generous Suzanne’s Fudge Favours. donation to this event each year. Other monies to run

62 NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Radio Ad) the solutiontoend violenceagainstallwomen”. (Ongoinglocal been broughttoyouby theOjibway Women’s Lodge. Be part of as cultural carriers, lifegiversofournations. This messagehas peace andharmony, besecure andrespected, andbehonoured of anykindiswrong. Aboriginal Women have therightto livein emotional, psychological, sexual, verbalorelderabuse. Abuse shouldbeabletolivewithoutfearofphysical,“Everyone across theprovince. high qualityservicestowomenandtheirdependents support emergency shelters inproviding consistent, – Emergency ShelterStandards withtheintentto Services implementedViolence AgainstWomen (VAW) In April2018,theMinistryofCommunityandSocial future culturalevents. each staff memberhadmadearibbonskirt tousefor social workpractice.Oncewecompletedtheretreat, throughengaged inlearning culture toenhanceour in January2019atSpiritPointLodge.Incircle, we Full timestaff participatedinaTeam BuildingRetreat the lodge. Women’s Wellness onceamonthforwomenresiding at the GatheringPlaceSoupsOneventsandwealsorun committee meetingstable. Representative attheVAW CommunityandtheDVCC3 the NBIFCandGatheringPlaceSoupsOnevents. up aboothattheWomen’s Wellness Dayhostedby through theCommunityCounsellingCentre. We set Groupthe lodgeandfacilitatingaChangingPatterns Edu-Therapy GriefandWomen’s Wellness Groups at providing servicestoWomen ontheInside,conducting The Outreach/Crisis SupportProgram hasbeenbusy Centre. We setupaboothat Community Counselling Group offered through the by aChangingPatterns The program isco-facilitated Homelessness Partnership. the DNSSABHousing& committee memberof Support Program isa The Transitional Housing NIPISSING FIRSTNATION •2018–2019ANNUALREPORT Our mostimportantobjectiveishelpingeveryonewho HELPING OURCOMMUNITY 9am to4pm. We are openthe1stand3rd monthfrom Wednesday ofevery community membersinneed. productsto Our FoodBankgathersandprovides grocery Food Bank and isdelivered toallotherareas ofthecommunity. Commanda HealthCentre forGarden Village residents, and canbepickeduponce permonthattheLawrence provides healthy choicestoourcommunitymembers Good FoodBox,valuedat$10.TheBox Our clientsalsoreceive amonthlyvoucherforthe GOOD FOODBOXPROGRAM members. and wipes,whichare provided free ofcharge toNFN we alsohavebabyfood,infantcereal, formula, diapers provided foraweek.Withthehelpofourdonations, frozen foods.Children’s breakfasts andlunchesare We provide families withavarietyofcanned,fresh and PROVIDE HEALTHY MEALS children inourcommunityonaverageeachmonth. each month,andassisted74adults,3babies19 an averageof$3,126worthfoodandbabyitems For the2018-2019fiscalyear, theFoodBankprovided STATISTICS make arrangementsifyouare inneed. Garden Village onaccessdays.Pleasecontactusto need accessbuthavenomeansoftransportationto deliver tothoseinotherpartsofthecommunitywho the 1stand3rd Wednesday ofeverymonth.We also days ofmeals.We are opentohelpourcommunityon provided withfoodthatwillhelpthemthrough acouple walks through ourdoors.Individualsandfamiliesare 63 GOAL #7 – HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) NIPISSING FIRST NATION • 2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT

FUNDRAISING & DONATIONS Other Programs & Services In 2018-2019, the Food Bank continued to raise funds We offer a financial/income assistance program that and collect non-perishable food through our annual helps individuals by providing basic needs, shelter golf tournament, which raised over $11,000 and a costs, emergency assistance, transitional support, as donation from the Rock ‘n’ Ribs festival of $2,000, as well as earnings exemptions for OW recipients. well as many individual donations from community members, local companies, and the fundraising events We also assist individuals with preparing for and finding we hosted, such as: employment by offering training, education, upgrading, referrals and assistance with securing employment. • Staff Food Challenges Through the Employment Service Delivery Profile, we • Scratch Ticket Moose offer workshops on a range of topics, including healing • National Indigenous Day Penny Sale & wellness/self-care, employment supports, and health & safety. • Donation Bins at various events • Food Bank/Little NHL Charity Golf Successful Transitions Tournament Statistics show that Ontario Works has helped • Thanksgiving Basket community members exit the program by achieving • NFN Pow Wow Refreshment Booth employment and educational goals. Below are some stats from the last fiscal year:

Ontario Works April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019 NFN’s Ontario Works office follows the directives of the • 9 Employed Ontario Works Act to provide financial and employment assistance. The program is designed to address the • 4 Returned to Post Secondary needs of community members both status and non- • 5 Clients secured employment through the NFN status, who are facing hardships of financial and Beautification and Maintenance employment employment barriers. program, which was subsidized through the INAC Employment Experience funding program. Application for Ontario Works Assistance Ontario Works performs intakes on Mondays and Our Transitional Support Fund assisted 50 Ontario Wednesdays to ensure suitable and accurate Works & Ontario Disability Support Program clients and 4 clients not on Social Services. Our highest average processing time of the application. The satellite office months for requests for assistance were October to at Nbisiing Secondary School is available for intakes December 2018. and updates every second Wednesday by appointment only. HEALTH & WELL-BEING (NORTH) HEALTH

On average, an intake takes 1 hour to complete and it is necessary for applicants to provide the following information: personal identification (driver’s license, status or health card), banking information, shelter costs (rent, mortgage, utilities), earnings and income

GOAL #7 – verification, 12-month employment and address history and the previous year’s income tax return.

64 Department Contact Position Phone Number

Dwayne Nashkawa Chief Executive Officer (705) 753-2050 ext. 1222 Administration Freda Martel Director of Administration (705) 753-2050 ext. 1223

Bingo Patricia Fisher Supervisor (705) 753-2180 Building Maintenance Brian Stevens Supervisor (705) 753-2050 ext. 1252 Child Welfare Wendy Lariviere Supervisor (705) 753-2050 ext. 1322 Children’s Services Brandie Fong Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 3001 Communications Geneviève Couchie Communications Officer (705) 753-2050 ext. 1270 Couchie Memorial Daycare Jill Beaucage Supervisor (705) 474-9860 Culture & Heritage Glenna Beaucage Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1232 Economic Development Michael Harney Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1264 Education Nancy Allaire Director of Education (705) 753-2050 ext. 3013 Employment & Training Thomas Lambert Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 6985 Facilities Patrick Stevens Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1220

Family Resource Centre Suzanne Director (705) 472-3312 (emergency) Ojibway Women’s Lodge Goulais-Deering (705) 472-7828 (crisis support) Tamara (Tammy) Saulis Chief Financial Officer (705) 753-2050 ext. 1281 Finance Renée Commanda Finance Officer (705) 753-2050 ext. 1280 Fire & Emergency Services Melvin McLeod Manager (705) 753-4319 Food Bank Rebecca Commanda Coordinator (705) 753-2050 ext.6972 Health Services Kimberly Lalonde Director of Health Services (705) 753-3312 ext. 2223 Housing Shawn Anderson Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1246 Human Resources Jennifer Lalonde Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1253 Lands Cathy McLeod Acting Manager (705) 753-2922 ext. 1225 Library/Literacy Randy Penasse Librarian (705) 753-2050 ext. 1231 Natural Resources Jeff McLeod Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1325 Nbisiing Secondary School Carole Couillard Principal (705) 497-9938 Nipissing Ojibway Daycare Kelsey McNeill Supervisor (705) 753-4052 Ontario Works Ginger Penasse Administrator (705) 753-2058 Public Works Terry Lariviere Supervisor (705) 753-2050 ext. 4001 Social Services Debbie McLeod Manager (705) 753-2050 ext. 1230 True Self Debwewendizwin Donna Forget Manager (705) 474-4058 Annual Report 2015-2016

Thank you for reading our Annual Report 2018-2019. We hope you enjoyed hearing about the great work we have been able to do with the help of our community members, and thanks to our dedicated staff, partners and volunteers. Miigwech