CLFN 2019 Annual Report
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Cold Lake 2019 Annual First Nations Report Cold Lake 2019 Annual First Nations Report Executive Summary A Message from Chief & Council This is the second Annual Report the Nation has released as we continue to prioritize We would like to first thank CLFN members for putting their trust increased transparency and accountability to our members. We hope this document in us as your elected Chief and Council. We are very thankful and demonstrates the important work that CLFN staff have undertaken to provide essential honoured for this opportunity to be leaders within our community. services aimed at improving the livelihood of our community members. Although we are happy to celebrate the work that is reflected in this This Annual Report focuses on activities completed from April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020, with report, we know this information is being received within the context a sneak peek into some programming and activities to look for in the 2020/2021 fiscal year. It of a “new normal.” We want to acknowledge the resiliency our Nation is important to note that the year-end coincided with the onset of COVID-19 so the impact of has demonstrated through these difficult, unprecedented times. As the pandemic will not be reflected in this report. Roger Marten Chief of the date of this message, our Nation has not had a single positive case of COVID-19. This not only speaks volumes to the crucial Members can contact the Band Office to inquire about any information that is shared. support we received from the Emergency Operations Committee, but also speaks to the commitment each resident has taken to help keep our community safe. We extend our sincerest gratitude to the front-line health officials and essential service workers who Table of Contents maintained operations through the initial lock-down to ensure our members needs were being met. We also want to recognize the invaluable service contributions of Primco Dene (food hampers and perimeter security) and financial contributions from industry Deion Blackman Gina Russell 5 7 11 15 Councilor Councilor partners Husky Energy, Enbridge and TC Energy. Council Message Membership Social Administration This report is the culmination of the hard work that CLFN staff put Health Development into delivering core programming and services to Nation members. As we look forward to the coming years, we are excited about 21 24 26 29 numerous initiatives that align with our Nation’s long-term strategic objectives. One such initiative is the development of our own CLFN Housing Education Employment Tips Lands Membership Code. This project will be led by community members & Infrastructure & Training & Resources for the benefit of our current and future generations. We are excited George Machatis Bernice Martial Councilor Councilor about this important project as we work towards implementing our 30 32 33 inherent right to self-governance and self-determination. Economic Who is Who Casino Dene Thank you once again and we look forward to the year ahead. Development Revenue Masi Chok! Kelsey Jacko Travis Matchatis Councilor Councilor Cold Lake First Nations 2019 Annual Report 5 Membership Health Medical Subsidy Use General Elders Tota l Optical 42,576.20 5,423.73 47,999.93 Dental 24,216.19 6,543.75 30,759.94 Prescription 57,266.89 40,254.09 97,520.98 Service Fees 19,342.43 7,007.55 26,349.98 Required Aides 926.34 625.30 1,551.64 to Living Orthodontic 29,208.39 — 29,208.39 Oxygen — 4,344.00 4,344.00 Dentures 2,926.04 2,971.06 5,897.10 Forms 400.00 — 400.00 Total Overall $ 244,031.96 This year, our integrated services building is undergoing some minor renovations to make room for some new positions. These upgrades will include a new consult office and immunization room updates. 6 Cold Lake First Nations 2019 Annual Report 7 Community Health Programming Health Spending $170,074 Administration Fees/Recoveries $6,514 Allowances $104,444 Amortization Integrated Services Integrated $26,213 Honoraria Immunizations Prenatal Class Empowering Rhymes That Bind 541 Members 3-4 expecting Women’s Group 2 parents and $17,515 Insurance Immunized mothers per 11 women per class 4 children $198 Interest 6 classes per 5 classes Expenses $356,939 Materials & Supplies $510 Professional Fees & Consultants $97,888 Repairs & Maintenance $1,653,796 Salaries & Benefits $291,748 Subcontractors Jordan’s Principle Heart Health Doctor’s Clinics Dietitian’s Clinic $28,899 Telephone & Utilities 26 school-aged Awareness Day 17 clinics 10 clinics $59,806 Travel kids accessed 15-20 patients seen 369 patients seen 45 patients seen $354,631 Other Program Delivery funding $802,692 Contributions Carried to Next Year Telehealth Mobile Paradigm Births/deaths in Health Revenue 7 clinics Mammogram Esteem/ Speak the community 66 patients seen Clinic Up Workshop 22 births/ $125,000 ISC 67 women seen 3-day program, 13 deaths 8 community Funding Streams members attended $3,065,165 FNHIB $245,979 Dene Ts’edi Society $102,734 Program Transfers $370,170 Other Cold Lake First Nations 2019 Annual Report 9 Social Development Social Development has been busy providing income support services and basic training and support programming to improve the livelihood of CLFN members. This year some highlights included: • Employment Readiness and Foundational Skills Training • “Anxiety” workshop for clients with transportation provided • “Depression” workshop for clients with transportation provided • Wildland Firefighter Training This year, we are excited to partner with Portage College in Cold Lake to provide a Health Care Aide Program. The Social Development Department is excited to continue to administer funding and support community members with individual funding applications: • Administration of Income Support from Indigenous Services Canada to members who live on reserve and require support to meet their basic needs • Pre-Employment Support for members from 18-24 who require support for child-care, rent or transportation in order to access training • Assisted Living services for the elderly or people with disabilities. • Livelihood for Livelihood Program for members which includes GED, personal development, drivers training and other supports to prepare members for employment • Income Tax Support for members who are filing income taxes • FASD Assessments for members who may have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder • AISH Applications for members who need support in filling out their Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped Applications • Child out of Parent Home for members who are taking care of children for a family member Cold Lake First Nations 2019 Annual Report 11 Family & Community Support Services Social Development Revenue Family and Community Support Services has had approximately 223 adults and 189 children $193,950 Program Transfers partake in our workshops, events and community programming this year. $287,766 Other Funding Streams Some of our workshops include: Integrated Services Integrated $699,443 Dene Ts’edi Society • Traditional Parenting • Suicide Prevention $490,137 Other Government Grants • National FASD Day • Traditional Healing Workshop Grief & Loss support Group $1,200 Donations • Some of our family events include: $2,498,649 ISC Family Swim Back to School BBQ Social Development Spending Movie Night Halloween Party $472,135 Contributions Carried to Next Year Family Bowling $351,420 Other Program Delivery Valentine’s Day Dance $55,563 Travel $14,952 Telephone & Utilities Mother’s Day/ Father’s Day Breakfast Funding Streams $26,288 Subcontractors $890,542 Salaries & Benefits We also have been working with Le Goff School to support children and families within our community. $10,579 Repairs & Maintenance $34,331 Materials & Supplies In next year’s annual report, we will be able to report the supports our department has provided for families in need through COVID-19. These supports include gift cards to promote $164,960 Interest food security throughout the pandemic for community members on and off Reserve. $7,682 Insurance $21,334 Amortization $1,392,548 Allowances $134,202 Administration Fees/Recoveries Cold Lake First Nations 2019 Annual Report 13 Administration Administrative Financials This year Chief and Council developed new strategic priorities to guide the work of Administration and Support Community Development: These priorities include: Dene Identity, Culture & Language • Identify with Knowledge Holders while supporting an inclusive community • Reinvigorate Dene cultural principals and Dene language • Celebrate Dene culture Community Well-being & Resiliency • Find solutions by looking inward • Create new programs and facilities that will help community members pursue healthier lives • Institute programs to help members pursue a better life for themselves and their families Economic Endeavours & Business Portfolio • Diversify CLFN business portfolio • Support existing CLFN enterprises • Increase efficiency, transparency and effectiveness across the entire economic development portfolio Sustainability • Financial sustainability • Administrative sustainability • Sustainable community infrastructure 14 Cold Lake First Nations 2019 Annual Report 15 Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Consolidated Statement of Operations & Accumulated Surplus 2020 2019 2020 Budget 2020 2019 Financial Assets Revenues Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) $14,441,578 $5,127,805 $10,639,859 Cash $7,247,633 $3,267,614 Donations $4,994,365 — $5,005,508 Temporary Investments $495,636 $488,655 First Nations Development Fund (FNDF) $4,381,694 $3,580,000