Hiawatha First Nation COVID – 19 Information Package February 2021 February 2021 Aaniin Citizens, We wanted to update the COVID-19 information booklet that was sent out last April, to provide you with new information and re-send information that still proves vital today. Our COVID – 19 Task Teams (see table below) continue to talk and meet twice weekly to keep updated on local, regional and national changes and we will make the necessary changes at the Community level as required. Department Team Council Laurie Carr, Cynthia Gray, Jeff Loucks, Katie Wilson, Kirk Edwards, Kayla Howard Administration/Finance/Communications Trisha Shearer, Amy Bickmore, Nikki Paudash, Eugene Bagagem Health Tina Howard, Lori Webster ORRS JD Monette Fire/First Responders Ted Bryan, Robin Adamson Loomex Amelia Valenti, Pandemic Coordinator As you are aware Ontario has declared a State of Emergency and Province wide shut down until at least February 9, 2021. Part of this declaration/shutdown is a Stay-at-Home Order, which means everyone is to remain at their own home except for essential purposes, such as, grocery shopping, pharmacy or accessing health care. This also means, you cannot have visitors inside your home, unless it is for emergency purposes or child care services. In response to Ontario’s Orders and in continuing with the shutdown guidelines we have already put into place, Hiawatha First Nation guidelines includes: Stay-At-Home Order in place Remain closed to seasonal lessee’s/visitors/general public Do not bring guests or their vehicles into the community for visits, gas or otherwise All non-essential businesses will remain closed until further notice Unorganized indoor gatherings are not permitted Outdoor gatherings will be limited to 5 people, and masks must be worn Our Administration and Health Offices will remain closed until further notice All payments to Hiawatha First Nation must be sent by mail The Youth Centre will remain closed until further notice No programming will occur in the month of January, and online programming is being planned for February Community Surveillance will continue until further notice Home renovations should remain on hold, excepting emergency situations (in the case of emergency repair - ensure masks are worn by yourself and the repair person) and physical distancing of 6 feet ORRS will remain open with continued safety measures/precautions in place Our gym has been, and will remain open, following the existing restrictions and safety measure/precautions in place, this is in recognition of the mental health aspect of accessing the facility Child Care Centre has been deemed essential and re-opened under the strict regulations of the Ministry We have asked that Citizens who live off-territory to only come for essential services, such as gas, or to drop off essential items to family members. Please limit your stay and follow the health and safety guidelines in place. We would like to note that that there are still NO confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Hiawatha. We give thanks and appreciate the Business Owners for closing, and to the all efforts made by our Citizens to remain safe and healthy. These efforts have made a difference and continue to carry forward in helping to keep all our Citizens and entire Community safe. Planning has started for the COVID-19 Vaccine roll-out, and this includes the preparation for a vaccine clinic here in Hiawatha when the time arrives. In this package we have included a survey to determine interest of Citizens and Residents who want to receive the vaccine. We hope you find this information helpful and if you have any comments of questions please do not hesitate to contact any member of Council, or any member of Staff (see attached contact list). Miigwetch, Chief Laurie Carr On Behalf of HFN Council, Staff and COVID-19 Task Team Council and Staff Contact List COUNCIL: Chief Laurie Carr Office: 705-295-4421 Cell: 705-927-7012 Email: [email protected] Councillor Jeff Loucks Phone: 705-755-0765 Email: [email protected] Councillor Kathryn Wilson Phone: 705-313-0132 Email: [email protected] Councillor Kirk Edwards Phone: 705-740-3936 Email: [email protected] Councillor Cynthia Gray Email: [email protected] Councillor Kayla Howard Email: [email protected] ADMINISTRATION: Trisha Shearer First Nation Administrator Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Amy Bickmore Executive Assistant Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Loni Thomson Administrative Assistant to Council & Public Works Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Eugene Bagagem IT / Communications Coordinator Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Nikki Paudash Finance Manager Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Cindy Groen Finance Clerk Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Mary Beth Hogan Membership/Reception/IT Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Lisa Cowie Housing Coordinator Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Wanda McGonigle Lands Officer Hiawatha Administration Office Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Kelly Dickinson Lands Assistant/Clerk Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Karrie MacMurray Education Counselor Hiawatha Administration Office Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Zach Friar Human Resources Officer Phone: (705) 295-4421 Ext 15 Email: [email protected] Kristopher DeClemente Employment & Training Services Officer Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Jill Stevens Economic Development Officer Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Hayley Vogler Capital Projects Manager Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Debra Kimball Secretariat CORDA Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Tom Cowie Lands Resource Consultation Liaison Phone: (705) 295-7773 Email: [email protected] Sean Davison Lands Resource Consultation Liaison Phone: (705) 295-7771 Email: [email protected] HEALTH & SOCIAL: Tina Howard Health & Social Services Manager Phone: 705-295-4421 E Email: [email protected] Phyllis Williams Assistant Health & Social Services Manager Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Donna Paudash Main Receptionist Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Olivene Villapando Social Services Administrator Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Rachel Paudash Child Wellness Prevention Worker Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Kelli Lackey Community Support Worker Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Ashley Carl Healthy Lifestyle Worker Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Lynn Wilford Community Health Representative Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Lori Webster Registered Nurse Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Debbie Howard Wholistic Health Coordinator Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Sherry Dracup Outreach Worker Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Krista Knerr Family Enchancement Worker Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Tracy Vandenberg Family Wellbeing Phone: 705-295-4421 Email: [email protected] Patricia Hogan Child Care Supervisor Phone: (705) 295-7158 Email: [email protected] Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services Phone: 705-295-7135 Email: [email protected] Website: www.binnoojiiyag.ca PUBLIC WORKS: Ron Howard Infrastructure Manager Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] Clem Carr Public Works Lead Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] WATER: John Tourangeau Water Operator Phone: (705) 295-4421 Email: [email protected] SOCIAL DISTANCING Together, we can slow the spread of COVID-19 by making a conscious effort to keep a physical distance between each other. Social distancing is proven to be one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of illness during an outbreak. With patience and cooperation, we can all do our part. What does Social Distancing mean? This means making changes in your everyday routines in order to minimize close contact with others, including: f avoiding crowded places and non-essential gatherings f avoiding common greetings, such as handshakes f limiting contact with people at higher risk (e.g. older adults and those in poor health) f keeping a distance of at least 2 arms lengths (approximately 2 metres) from others, as much as possible Here’s how you can practice social distancing: f greet with a wave instead of a handshake, a kiss or a hug f stay home as much as possible, including for meals and entertainment f shop or take public transportation during off-peak hours f conduct virtual meetings f host virtual playdates for your kids f use technology to keep in touch with friends and family If possible, f use food delivery services or online shopping f exercise at home or outside f work from home Remember to: f wash your hands often for at least 20 seconds and avoid touching your face f cough or sneeze into the bend of your arm f avoid touching surfaces people touch often If you’re concerned you may have COVID-19: f separate yourself from others as soon as you have symptoms f if you are outside the home when a symptom develops, go home immediately and avoid taking public transit f stay home and follow the advice of your Public Health Authority, who may recommend self-isolation f call ahead to a health care provider if you are ill and seeking medical attention FOR MORE INFORMATION: canada.ca/coronavirus 1-833-784-4397 REDUCE THE SPREAD OF COVID-19. WASH YOUR HANDS. 20 1 2 3 4 5 6 Wet hands with Apply soap For at least 20 Rinse well Dry hands well Turn off tap using warm water seconds, make with paper towel paper towel sure to wash: palm and back between fingers under nails thumbs of each hand 1-833-784-4397 canada.ca/coronavirus [email protected] Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) How to self-monitor Follow the advice that you have received from your health care provider.