Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council

Annual Report

2008 - 2009

Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council

Annual Report

2008 - 2009

VOL. 3 ISSUE DECEMBER 2012

D O T CLong Plain First Nation

Swan Lake First Nation

Birdtail Sioux First Nation

Waywayseecappo First Nation

Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation

Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation

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Room 230 - 5010 Crescent Rd. West, P.O. Box 338, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba R1N 3B7 | PH: 204-239-8650 | Email: admin@dotc.mb.ca | www.dotc.mb.ca

Chairman’s Message Message from the CEOChief David Meeches

Chair / DOTC Council of ChiefsRobert Daniels

CEO/Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council

As a result of the elections recently held in Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation, the position of the Chair/DOTC Council of Chiefs was rendered vacant. I am honoured to have been elected by the Chiefs to be Chair of DOTC Council Chiefs for the remainder of the year leading to the next Annual Meeting. The other officers of the corporation are Chief Ken Henry Jr. as Vice Chair and, Chief Francine Meeches as Secretary-Treasurer.

We all congratulate Chief Russell Beaulieu and his council members in Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation. DOTC looks forward to working with the newly elected Chief and Council.

On behalf of Birdtail Sioux First Nation, Chief Kenneth Chalmers and Veteran Hilliard Benn attended the War of 1812 National Recognition Ceremony for 48 First Nations and Metis communities. The Governor General His Excellency Rt. Hon. David Johnston and Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Stephen Harper presented to Birdtail Sioux First Nation the Commemorative War of 1812 medal and banner.

DOTC was the first Tribal Council established in Canada. Since its establishment in 1972, it has been seen as an innovative and trail-blazing organization. Our founders and leaders were individuals with a vision and sense of commitment. One example is their effort to establish the two housing programs- DOTCHAI and DOFNHAI. This effort along with other initiatives were driven by the firm belief of ‘Indian control of Indian Development’- community and economic development is best undertaken at the source closest to the people. Here, the Tribal Council has been a facilitator and promoter.

Considering the above, DOTC is amidst a major initiative of transferring of matured housing units to the similarly organized non-profit housing authorities in each of eligible member First Nations. To date a total 347 houses valued at approximately $38.6 million have been or are in process of being transferred to the DOTC First Nations. Each of the current 6 DOTC members, once requirements have been fulfilled, will receive between $5.4-$6.7 million in housing assets.

On another issue, starting in 2013-14, Tribal Councils will be undergoing major changes. Funding cuts have been announced by Canada that will affect delivery of services and programs. The five advisory services -band governance, economic development, financial management, community planning and technical services- will no longer be provided.

A strategic planning exercise has been undertaken and awaits final approval from the DOTC Council of Chiefs. It is nonetheless clear that education, employment and economic development will be the three main priorities. It will also mean that the Tribal Council will focus on effectiveness and efficiency and, be geared to outcomes. This means that terms of reference for the programs and services will be reviewed and, appropriate changes made in line with the current needs and expectations of our First Nations and people.

In closing, on behalf of the DOTC Leadership, Management and Staff, best wishes for the holiday season. As the year comes to a close, the Leadership thanks the staff at DOTC for the work they undertake with commitment and dedication.

First and foremost, I thank Constable Devon LeBlanc for taking the time on his own to initiate in Roseau River, the Roseau River/DOPS Hockey Academy that will certainly be of benefit to both the youth and the community. I hope this will inspire us all to undertake similar initiatives that help give back to the community.

I am pleased to provide some highlights of activities undertaken by DOTC Administration during October-December 2012. These are in addition to normal and routine administrative responsibilities falling under the main areas of the executive, finance and operations.

The DOTC 2012-2022 Strategic Plan- first presented to the DOTC Council of DOTC Council of Chiefs at the Annual General Meeting is now complete and awaits approval. The plan is required by Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada. However, it is also needed given the pending cuts beginning in 2013-14 to funding and services. The strategic plan will help to realize the priorities- education, employment and economic development.

Political participation is an important component of education. As mentioned elsewhere in the newsletter, DOTC-Elections Manitoba convened the political participation workshop in Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation. 120 students and teachers from the Isaac Beaulieu Memorial School participated in the workshop- and, it was seen as major success by all.

In support of economic development, the DOTC-Long Plain project is underway. With respect to employment for youth (18-24 years), DOTC Administration has submitted an Active Measures Proposal- “Realization of Regionally-based Economic and Employment Opportunities” to Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada under auspices of the Community Support Services Program. If approved, it will involve DOTC First Nations and relevant stakeholders of Portage la Prairie to address the anticipated labour shortages and the high unemployment that we face in First Nation communities.

As the year comes to an end, I too want to express my appreciation and thank you to the Leadership and all staff-members for their efforts on behalf of the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council. The Tribal Council is strong because of your commitment and dedication.

Season’s Greetings to all. For all, I hope 2013 is one of good health, peace, joy and contentment. Our offices close on December 19, 2012 at 3:00 PM and will reopen on January 2, 2013.

We look forward to serving you again.

DAKOTA OJIBWAY TRIBAL COUNCIL“Indian control of Indian Development”

Wishing you all Merry Christmas and Season’s Greetings

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DOTC-ELECTIONS MANITOBA PROjECTSTUDENTS IN SANDy BAy OjIBWAy FIRST NATION TAkE PART IN POLITICAL PARTICIPATION PROjECT

DOTC and Elections Manitoba have worked together to deliver a project on political participation that was proposed by Sandy Bay First Ojibway Nation and enthusiastically supported by DOTC Council of Chiefs.

On November 28, 2012, approximately 120 grade 9-12 students of the Issac Beaulieu Memorial School gathered under the guidance of their teachers to participate in a workshop on political participation. The workshop lasted for approximately 3 hours. The workshop was delivered by facilitators from Elections Manitoba.

The workshop began with a warm welcome from Councillor Lance Roulette. He stressed the importance for citizens to take part and participate in the political process. Such participation ultimately determines well-being and future of a community and its members. Speaking on behalf of Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council, Anupam Sharma reiterated the need for political participation at all levels- First Nation, Provincial and Federal. He also commented that political participation is an important component of education. Shipra Verma, Deputy Electoral Officer/Elections Manitoba, explained the mandate and responsibilities of Elections Manitoba.

Ryan Young, Manager, AANDC/ Manager, Estates, Revenues and Band Governance, provided pertinent information to electoral process under the Indian Act.

This was then followed by the bulk of the workshop delivered by Elections Manitoba. Pedagogical and “hands-on” in approach, the facilitators retained the attention and interest of the participants, a no easy task, considering the range. Focusing on history and process, through a quiz and interactive conversation, the hands-on aspect of the workshop engaged the students in a “mock election” involving all aspects of process and outcome. The candidates were asked to develop their election platform on the issue of stopping bullying in schools.

Overall, the teachers were surprised that the students were attentive and interested throughout the entire process. Principal Colleen West saw merit in the project and that we consider future initiatives that build and impress the need and importance of political participation. Both, Shipra Verma and Anupam Sharma agreed with this assessment.

DOTC will undertake to convene a post-workshop briefing in January and consider future possibilities.

by Anupam Sharma 1-204-871-6479

D.O.T.C. EDUCATION & COUNSELINg SERVICESGreetings to everyone! D.O.T.C. Education has been through changes since April 2012 and is adapting well to the changes. Instead of being responsible for sponsoring students from 3 member First Nations, the program is now responsible for sponsorship to one community- Birdtail Sioux First Nation.

On October 16, 2012, education had a meeting with the Chief & Council of Birdtail Sioux First Nation and the Aboriginal Affairs and Development Canada to get more clarification of the 2012-2013 budget and to ask questions or raise any concerns in regards to the budget. The meeting was a success as all details of the above were discussed and clarified fully to all in attendance.

Over the past few months, Bev Bunn, DOTC education Counselor had the opportunity to attend local meetings and workshops. She has attended the following to get more insight on the changes at local institutions and also to get further material that can help students:

• Creating A New Legacy October 24 & 25, 2012 Mental Health & Wellness Conference Brandon Friendship Centre, Brandon• BU Aboriginal Students Group November 6, 2012• BU Guidance Counsellor Day November 7, 2012• ACC Counsellors Day November 8, 2012

Bev also receives new information that can help students while they attend school. One of the things that she is informing students about is Bursaries and Scholarships. These Bursaries and Scholarships are available to new or continuing students; if you are interested in applying for one of the above, you can contact Bev at 204-729-3614 to enquire about how to get information or to apply for them.

During the holiday season, the office will be closed at 3:00 pm on December 19, 2012 and will open January 2nd, 2013 at 8:30 am. Our office will also be open from 9:00 am on December 28, 2012 for students to pick up their January 1-15, 2013 student allowance cheques.

D.O.T.C. Education would like to take this opportunity at this time to send out Christmas and New Year’s greetings to our students and to everyone one else!!!

Irene Graveson - Director of Education 1-204-729-3615

On October 1st and 2nd DOHS presented at the National Case Management Network of Canada Conference. The theme of the conference was Providing Accountability in Case Management Through Core Competencies and was held at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute in Toronto.

The title of the DOHS presentation was, “Core Competencies: Medicine Bundles of Inherent & Acquired Gifts: Indigenous Perspectives on Case Management & Core Competency Development within and across First Nations Environments”. The presentation provided an opportunity to validate the quality work being accomplished within the DOTC region, as well as created space within a National clinical context for honouring First Nations health and social service providers, our history, and inherent competence in caring for our families and communities despite the unique challenges First Nations grapple with at the community levels.

The presentation highlighted the contributions of the DOHS AHTF, CMI, NAYSPS, and Tribal Nursing Home and Community Care Programs and culminated in recognition for the intensive developmental work of Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation in setting up and implementing case management processes within their Health Centre. The result of this collective effort has been to raise awareness and capacity in DOTC’s ability to deliver quality service to its members.

We have recently posted for 2 positions with DOHS with our “Blurring the Lines” project in partnership with Southern-RHA. The ultimate goal of the project is to improve Aboriginal health outcomes by enabling opportunities for innovation and strategic ‘formalized’ partnership agreement between Southern-RHA and the DOTC communities within the Southern Region. To improve health outcomes the project will explore how we can reduce or eliminate the jurisdictional boundaries and challenges that currently exist in delivering health programs and services.

On behalf of Dakota Ojibway Health Services we wish you and your families all a Wonderful Holiday Season and a very Happy, Healthy New Year!

DAkOTA OjIBWAy HEALTH SERVICES

Litonya Desjarlais -Director of Health 1-204-988 5379

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DOFNHAI has been very busy over the past few months. With the abundant amount of snowfall, we would kindly like to remind DOFNHAI tenants to put their shovels to good use by clearing their walkways and making sure that the Winnipeg garbage and recycling bins are easily accessible for emptying. DOFNHAI would also like to remind their tenants regarding:

• SMOKE DETECTORS: All smoke detectors are to remain connected at all times. DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERIES.

• WINDOW INSULATION KITS: DOFNHAI will provide tenants with window insulations kits. Call the office during business hours @ 988-5375 for a kit to be delivered to your unit.

• FURNACE FILTERS: To ensure that your furnace is working properly, filters should be changed at least 3-4 months. We do not provide filters for your furnace as it is the tenant’s responsibility.

Please note: DOFNHAI’S old address at Unit 3-4820 Portage Avenue, Headingley Manitoba, R4H 1C8 has expired.

Please submit all mail to: Dakota Ojibway First Nation Housing Authority Inc. 100-11 Arden Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 2J7From Our House to Yours, Seasons Greetings from all the staff at Dakota Ojibway First Nation Housing Authority Inc. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday

DAkOTA OjIBWAy FIRST NATION HOUSINg AUTHORITy INC. (DOFNHAI)

Val Whitford, Manager 1-204-988 5375

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DAkOTA OjIBWAy POLICE SERVICE Season’s Greetings! The holiday season is a time for giving thanks and renewal!

D.O.P.S. has commenced the renewal and update of its Strategic Plan. Organizations need to reflect upon their accomplishments and challenges and, then set the direction for the future. This is exactly what the Police Service did on October 17-19, 2012 during the Strategic Planning Session. Members of the Police Commission, representatives from DOTC, several members of the Council of Chiefs and Police Service staff gathered to develop new goals and set the direction of the Service for 2012-2015. In future editions of the newsletter, the goals and related activities listed below will be highlighted for updates.

These goals include:

• Actively pursue expansion to DOTC communities and partner with non-participating DOTC communities.• Enhance cultural sensitivity and communicate effectively with the communities.• Enhance Crime Prevention and community initiatives.• Enhance feeling of safety for community members and heighten preventative measures.• Ensure DOPS is accountable to the member communities. • Provide effective policing.

With respect to the crime prevention and community enhancement initiatives, the DOPS Cadet Program in Sioux Valley and Sandy Bay is into its fourth year and third year respectively. For this winter, Cst. Devon LeBlanc has taken the initiative to establish in Roseau River, the Roseau River/DOPS Hockey Academy which runs 4:00 – 6:00 pm every Sunday in Dominion City. All Roseau River young people ages 8-17 are welcomed. We thank Cst. Devon LeBlanc for his proactive initiative that will benefit both the youth and community in Roseau River.

On behalf of all the members and staff of the Dakota Ojibway Police Service, we wish you a joyous and safe holiday season and all the best in the New Year.

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DAKOTA OJIBWAY POLICE SERVICES

Annual Report

April 1, 2009 – March 31, 2010

D.A. (Doug) Palson, Chief of Police| Dakota Ojibway Police Service , 1-204-856 5370

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DOTC Council of Chiefs &

DOTC Staff Wishes everyone

a safe and enjoyable Christmas Holidays

Please note our offices will be closed on

December 19, 2012 (Wednesday),

3:00 pm&

Reopens on january 2, 2013, 8:30 am

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Kim Bullard, General Manager Ph: 1-204-988 5372

DAkOTA OjIBWAy COMMUNITy FUTURES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (DOCFDC)

The following are some activities undertaken by DOCFDC and, also listed below is information pertaining to two major initiatives.

Board & Staff Professional Development

The Community Futures Leadership Institute offers professional development opportunities for Community Futures board and staff members. Professional Development if offered through a series of 12 modules packed with useful information, tools and tips on a variety of topics.

As part of our on-going strategy to enhance organizational capacity, the Board and Staff participated in a two-day training session on October 23 & 24, at South Beach Resort. The following training modules were delivered: Operations: Board & Staff, Legal Responsibilities of Boards and Board Leadership. All participants who completed the training modules received a certificate.

Manito Ahbee Festival 2012

The Community Futures staff participated in the Indigenous Marketplace and Trade Show on November 3 & 4th, at the MTS Centre. The main objective of attending this trade show was to promote the Community Futures program as well as Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show. The event was very well attended and over the course of two-days we had over 300 people visit our booth. The winners of the prize draw, a pow-wow CD by High Noon, were Michael Flett and Ben Arthurson. Congratulations to High Noon, who won an Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Aware in their category!

Business Advisory Services

The Community Futures staff has been very busy providing business advisory services to existing and new clients. Advisory services include, loan applications, loan monitoring and counselling and business plan assistance. Over the past few months, we provided 214 advisory services to 26 clients. We also provided 3,772 website information services.

Dragon’s Quest

This year marks the 9th Annual Business Plan Competition, as part of a new initiative the Aboriginal Business Service Network (ABSN) BSN is partnering with Vision Quest Conferences Inc. to present “Dragon’s Quest”. This is in line with Business-plan competitions over the past years to promote and encourage the spirit of entrepreneurship amongst Aboriginal entrepreneurs across Manitoba. Winners of the competition receive a cash prize of $5,000 to put towards the start of their business.

The three top finalists in each category of the 9th Annual Business Plan Competition will have the opportunity to present their business plans to a panel of distinguished judges and conference delegates live at Vision Quest 2013. Business plans must be received by Friday, January 25, 2013 at 4:00pm to be eligible for the contest. For more information, or to download entry form please visit www.cfmanitoba.ca and click on the Aboriginal Business Plan icon or contact:

ABSN Coordinator

Community Futures Manitoba559-167 Lombard Ave.Winnipeg, MB R3B 0V3Fax: (204) 956-9363Email: dsmith@cfmanitoba.caWebsite: www.cfmanitoba.ca

SCHOOL MAINTENANCE TRAININg PROgRAM (SMTP)

Stewart Meeches, Acting Manager 1-204-871-8344

I have been officially been appointed in the Program Managers position for the DOTC School Maintenance Training Program as of October 1, 2012. I look forward to working for both the program and DOTC to the best of my ability. As of October 1, 2012, Garnet Meeches has been hired for the position of SMTP Trainer. His work experience will be an asset to the SMTP program. He is already giving us new ideas and insights to help further improve the program for benefit of the school maintenance personnel. In further expand his knowledge-base, Garnett will in the very near future will be taking a training program related to Mold Remediation Training. Although Mold is a minor issue in some schools, it should nonetheless be addressed immediately as it can and does have implications for health.

SMTP has continued to fulfill the programs mandate that involves visiting and working with the schools Maintenance personnel. We visit 54 schools in 46 First Nation communities across Manitoba. Since Garnet’s arrival to the program, we have collectively visited 18 second schools visits in 16 communities. We are back on schedule to have all second school visits completed and may possibly visit a few schools for a third time this fiscal year. Weather was an issue when trying to visit Pukatawagan. The SMTP program has contacted several companies to explore possibilities of providing training to the janitorial staff in the schools. Of the two companies, one is based in Saskatoon, a company making use of a Training-Van (mobile) unit to provide training at no cost at a central location. The other company provides training at a central location (in this instance Saskatoon) related to WHIMS training and symposium for March 2013. While such an initiative is not part of the mandate of the SMTP program, such a training and awareness can only further help the school staff to maintain the facilities. For further information, please contact us at the number listed below.

DOTC-SMTP staff would like everyone to take care and wish everyone a safe Christmas Season and a Happy New Year. SMTP will be available and can be contacted throughout the holiday season to school maintenance personnel for assistance if the need arises.

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Tim Wasicuna, Director, Social Development1-204-855 2921

Doreen Beauchamp, Director/Yellow Quill College

1-204-953-2800

Income Assistance Reform through Active Measures

Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) is enhancing policy authority to undertake reforms to the on-reserve Income Assistance Program. Income Assistance is a shared responsibility among governments, First Nations and other stakeholders. Proposed changes will be undertaken to ensure that First Nations recipients maximize their employability.

Active Measures is a program strategy to increase program integration with other government departments, invest in welfare-to-work initiatives to decrease income support dependency and to increase the employability of eligible income assistance clients. The Government of Canada recognizes the contribution that Aboriginal peoples can make to the labour force as the youngest and fastest-growing segment of the nation’s population.

A key component of the reform will be the continued use of active measures by First Nations. In the Manitoba region, the Social Development Advisors Technical Group has purposefully moved forward through strategic investment in areas of enhanced service delivery using various models and methods such as: aggregate approaches, block funded approaches and community approaches to enhanced service delivery. The methods of delivery to name a few may include use of Stages of Change and Motivational Interviewing, Case Management, Case Plans, Employability Assessments and Referral Agreements.

Reforms to AANDC’s Income Assistance program will help and encourage those who can work to access training that will improve their prospects for employment.

AANDC will continue to engage other federal departments, First Nations, provincial and other partners to improve the lives of First Nations people by increasing economic opportunities and labour market participation.

DOTC SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROgRAM

A new school year has started at Yellowquill College. This is our first new school year in our new building at 480 Madison Street. We are happy to have our CFS worker program with us at our new location. The extra full-time students and modular students make for an appreciated influx of students in our new facility. We also now have the opportunity to have our modular programs with us under one roof. We began the school year with over 220 full-time and modular students. We accept students during each of the four terms of Mature Grade 12 and, also have a second intake for the Business Certificate program. Students wishing to enroll in CAFM (modular) may apply at any time. We continue to manage programs in Long Plain First Nation (Mature 12) and Brandon (CFS Work and Learn).

Melvin Bercier has joined us as an instructor in our Mature Grade 12 program. He has experience in accounting, art and technology. We look forward to working with him this school year.

Yellowquill College is also able to provide meeting room services in our well-appointed boardroom or for larger groups, in our multi-purpose room that contains a separate kitchen area. Our boardroom can comfortably hold twelve people and our multipurpose room seats 100+.

Come visit us at our new location and see our wonderful building just one block west of Polo Park between Silver Avenue and St. Matthews.

On behalf of everyone at the college, have a safe and happy winter season!

yELLOWqUILL COLLEgE

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DOTC ON RESERVE HOUSING TECHNICAL SERVICES UNIT

The DOTC ORH Tec Services have been very busy to date helping member First Nations to meetthe October 31st deadlines for Sec 95 Band Owned rental housing projects submissions, and also RRAP submissions. Pertaining to Section 95 and RRAP programs offered from CMHC, briefly listed below are activities in the six DOTC member First Nations:

Birdtail Sioux First Nation: 1 – Sec 95. An open letter for surplus units if available in the region.

Long Plain First Nation: 9 – Sec 95 and 1 – RRAP

Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation: 1 – Regular RRAP and 1 – Disabled RRAP

Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation: 8 – Sec 95, 7 – RRAP and 9 – Surplus submissions

Swan Lake First Nation: 1 – Sec 95 and 1 – RRAP

Waywayseecappo First Nation: 3 – Sec 95 and 7 – RRAP

ON-RESERVE HOUSINg INFRASTRUCTURE

John Meechas, Manager1-204-239 8652

DOTC FIRE PREVENTION PROgRAM

DOTC HOUSINg AUTHORITy INC. (DOTCHAI)

The fire prevention program is now underway in all the DOTC schools. We started with the nursery and kindergarten in Birdtail in October as well as Swan Lake. We’ll be in Sandy Bay from November 13-15 for the nursery and kindergarten. Long Plain, Roseau River and Waywayseecappo are scheduled for November and December.

We are continuing our daycare school inspections along with other band buildings requested by Chief and Council.

CPR & First Aid and fire extinguisher training are still available to all DOTC communities.

With winter here and Christmas coming upon us, please keep in mind some safety reminders. Do not cover baseboard heaters at all times and, check extension cords for breaks or frays. If you can avoid, try not to use extension cords.

If using real Christmas trees make sure they are watered regularly, check all lighting that goes on the trees regularly.

Have a good safe Christmas, and have a Happy New Year and don’t hesitate to give me a call at (204) 871-5253.

DOTC Housing staff has been working closely with our Board to make improvements to services provided. The intent remains to better serve our tenants and First Nations.

There have been some changes in our staffing. Georgina Brass has been appointed Interim Program Manager and Ralph Francis is the new Tenant Relations Officer for Winnipeg/Altona/Portage la Prairie Region. Cindy Johnston from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation facilitated a workshop on November 28, 2012 for all DOTCHAI Board Members on the role and responsibility of Board Members.

Over the next several months DOTCHAI will be undergoing reorganization to streamline the organization so it operates more efficiently and effectively. A new organizational structure will be announced in the New Year as a first step in the reorganization. DOTC Finance has been appointed to manage the financial affairs of the organization. We will be working closely with them to ensure stronger accountability, reporting processes and transparency practices are in place.

For the convenience of our tenants, DOTCHAI is looking into investing in a portable Interact so rent can be paid through use of bank card. On-line banking is also being investigated so tenants can pay their rent via on line banking. We hope these added features of our housing program make it much easier for tenants to pay their rent.

The DOTCHAI Board is comprised of the following members:

Councillor Heath Bunn Birdtail Sioux First NationCouncillor George Assiniboine Long Plain First NationCouncillor Angela Black Swan Lake First NationCouncillor Ed Hayden Roseau River First NationCouncillor Chris Racette Sandy Bay First Nation

DOTCHAI offices will be closed for the holiday season break starting December 20, 2012 and reopening January 2, 2013 at 8:30AM. On behalf of the DOTCHAI staff and the Board of Directors we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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Stacy Pratt – Fire Prevention(204) 871-5253

Georgina Brass, Interim Manager 1-204-856-5550

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HAPPENINgS AROUND DOTC

Yellowquill College Elders: George Munroe & Flora Zaharia recieving community senior recognition awards at the Caribean Cultural Centre

Aboriginal Veterans Day in Long Plain First Nation

DOTC - Elections Manitoba Project: Students from Issac Beaulieu Memorial School, Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation

25 October, 2012, Rideau Hall, Ottawa, CanadaBirdtail Sioux First Nation

His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, presides over the War of 1812 National Recognition Ceremony for 48 First Nations and Métis communities with a heritage link to the War of 1812, on Thursday, October 25, 2012, in the Rideau Hall Ballroom. On this occasion, His Excellency,

accompanied by the Right Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, present each community with a Commemorative War of 1812 medal and banner.

Credit: MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall, OSGG-BSGG