Moosomin First Nation
NEWSLETTER
“Honoring Our Past, Present & Future Generations”
32st Edition September 2016
Chief Bradley Swiftwolfe
Councillor Iver Swiftwolfe
Councillor Quenton Swiftwolfe
Councillor Philip LaPlante
Councillor Lloyd Moosomin
Councillor Jamie Mooswa
Councillor Hilliard
Kahpeaysewat
“Moosomin First Nation: Promoting and protecting cultural values, language
and traditions while ensuring Treaty Rights are respected and upheld“
Hello we would like to welcome the teachers,
students, daycare staff and parents back to another
year of school and we hope everyone had a good
rest during the summer
(Paul)
Councillor Bernice Moosomin
PROGRAM UPDATES:
Councillor Gage Bird
SPORTS AND RECREATION
The month of August was a super busy month with a lot going on. We had FSIN soccer for
youth, which we had thirty two kids participating @ Atahkakoop First Nation for the 2016 FSIN
Youth Championships. I would like to take this opportunity to commend all our athletes for
trying hard, and hope you had fun! Thanks to all the Coaches, Organizers, and Chaperones for
entertaining our youth and bringing them home safely. Hiy hiy!
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Moosomin Youth FSIN Soccer 2016
Moosomin First Nation, Box 98, Cochin, Sask. SOM OLO
Contact Us: 306-386-2206
Moosomin First Nation
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In July, Moosomin Muddguzzlers hosted their Annual Quad Rally. Over 100 riders came out to
participate during this outdoor recreational event. Would like to thank all the visitors that came
from near and far to support this event. A big thanks to Preston Weenie and the Volunteers for
putting on this years’ Annual Quad Rally.
MUDDGUZZLER’S ANNUAL QUAD RALLY
MOOSOMIN WOMEN’S SOCCER TEAM
MOOSOMIN MEN’S SOCCER TEAM
We also wrapped up this summer’s youth soccer league which was big success. Five First
Nations participated in the league Moosomin, Little Pine, Poundmaker, Mosquito and
Sweetgrass. Age categories targeted were ages 13 & under, 10& under, and 8 under. Each
reserve had chance to host each week. Four sets of jerseys for all age categories were
purchased thru grant applications written on behalf of Moosomin First Nation.
A family day @ Blue Mountain was sponsored by kanaweyimik, which turned out highly
successful. Moosomin Youth and Adults also got jerseys and ball equipment for the ball teams.
Adult social nights will be added in the program starting in late September, among other
programs for the fall and winter.
Moosomin First Nation, along with Sports & Recreation continue to assist our band youth and
adults as they strive to succeed in the field of Sports.
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Thank you,
Moosomin First Nation, Box 98, Cochin, Sask. SOM OLO
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Ian Osecap
Contact Us: 306-386-2206
Moosomin First Nation
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LANDS
Sept 13th 2016
Lands Report for September 2016
Greetings from the lands department,
Just an up-date from the projects the lands department was working on for 2016, in August the lands
department started on a haying project, due to the shortage of hay lands the department cut and baled
on a share bases with band members that had access to hay fields.
The lands department was to start a farming project but due to the equipment being damaged by some
band members that had no experience with heavy equipment, the project came to a complete halt.
So far the Lands Department had purchased the following equipment
2006 Massey Ferguson 7485- Front Wheel assist Tractor.
2004 MacDon Mower Conditioner (Haybine)
2006 New Holland Round baler.
2014 Heavy Hitter post Pounder.
1985 2290 case tractor with duels. (Purchased through Treaty Land Entitlement)
2000 case 4WD tractor (Acquired from Public Works)
16ft John Deere Disc.
2014 John Deere track loader skid steer
32 foot Model 322 trailer
There was some fields that were reverted back to the Moosomin First Nation that the lands Department
was going to break and sow to Alfalfa , due to the equipment being damaged this project was put on
hold till 2017.
We still have a lot of concerns with loose livestock, one suggestion is if they are not claimed or put in
proper areas of confinement then the first Nation will have all stray animals that are a hazard to the
community impounded, as the First Nation is not liable for injuries caused by stray animals.
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Please note no band member will be allowed use of the band equipment due to some equipment being
damaged and not repaired, As the Band policy states only the Bands personnel will be allowed to use
the equipment.
Moosomin First Nation, Box 98, Cochin, Sask. SOM OLO
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Lands Department.
Contact Us: 306-386-2206
Moosomin First Nation
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DAYCARE REPORT
Moosomin Daycare News and Update
Sept. 2016
Tansi!
Everything is good at the Daycare. We reached our capacity of 13 children, and we have some on the wait
list. We are looking forward to another fun and interesting year.
We will be having a Taco sale on Friday, September 23, 2016. We can take pre-orders, for more
information call us at: 306-386-3113
Akosi pitama!
Valerie Osecap
HEALTH
Moosomin Health news for September 2016
Adult wellness counsellor will be in on the 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 26th, 27th, and the 28th
Workshop on the 27th – Live well with chronic pain
Community Nutritionist will also be in on the 27th
Head start will have a Welcome day camp on the 28th
Medical Transportation has converted to the van based modules and is up and running,
We welcome our newest drivers Miranda Martell and Lillian Mooswa as our full time and two casual
drivers whom are Melvin Mooswa and Noreen Swiftwolfe into the transportation program.
My Thanks
Denise Kahpeaysewat - MTC
ARENA UPDATE
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Arena will be open and operating for the season on November 1 this year. We are under-going major
renovation, new lighting, safety protective netting, furnaces, flooring, Skate sharpener, score clock,
arena kick plates, concrete padding and signage.
Moosomin First Nation, Box 98, Cochin, Sask. SOM OLO
Contact Us: 306-386-2206
Moosomin First Nation
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EDUCATION
The deadline for the Director of Education job has been extended to Friday, October 7, 2016. Please
contact band office for more information or look at the Jobs section on the Moosomin First Nation
website: <Moosomin.ca>
Reminder that the deadline to apply for the winter session (January Enrolment) is October 31 for postsecondary
Moosomin funded 39 people for post-secondary education
-9 SITAG students
-10 Own Source Revenue/Advancement of Education funded students
-30 INAC funded students
Tenders for the renovation of Moosomin School will be out by next week
HOUSING / INFRASTRUCTURE/CAPITAL PROJECTS
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Dire Emergency Repairs Only Due To Lack Of Funding
2015-2016 Allocated CMHC Program. 10 New Rental Units
Proposal for 10 More CMHC Rental Units Pending
New Sewage Lift Station To Be Completed In 2 Months - Cost is 1.8 Million
New Sewage Lagoon Project Approved For Construction – Joint Venture For
Moosomin/Saulteaux At a Cost of 9 Million
Thank You
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Steven Whitecap, Project Manager/Housing Coordinator
Moosomin First Nation, Box 98, Cochin, Sask. SOM OLO
Contact Us: 306-386-2206
Moosomin First Nation
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
The new date for the Moosomin/Saulteaux Canine Project will be on
October 14, 15, and 16 at the Moosomin Arena. There will be an
informative poster by Battle River Health displayed throughout the
community
Band Members are asked to attend two Band Meetings at the
Moosomin Band Hall:
BAND INFORMATION MEETING ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
Agenda will be:
 First Nations Financial Management Act
 Band Membership Application
 Husky Oil Update
BAND INFORMATION MEETING ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2016
Agenda will be:
Land Use Plan/Policies Review
TLE Report
Enbridge Presentation
Urban Systems Update
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Moosomin First Nation, Box 98, Cochin, Sask. SOM OLO
Contact Us: 306-386-2206