Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre

January Newsletter 2019

The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre Board & Staff would like to wish your family

a safe, warm, and happy New Year.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre is a gathering place for fellowship, services and opportu-

nities for Aboriginal & Non-Aboriginal people. To encourage and promote social fellowship be-

tween Aboriginal & Non-Aboriginal people; and to strive to maintain equality of rights, programs

and opportunities for all people regardless of ethnicity. To promote progress in the educational,

social, economic, well-being and cultural life of both Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal people.

Memberships Expire December 31st of

Each Year.

Memberships entitle you to our various pro-

grams and gives you the opportunity to vote at

our Annual General Meeting. You must have a

membership 14 days prior to the Annual Gen-

eral Meeting in order to vote.

Memberships are available to adults 18 years

and older. The cost of a membership is $1.00

per adult.

Membership Includes:

Invite to our Annual General Meeting

Friendship Centre Programming

Children’s Student Awards (June)

Being apart of an organization that has

serviced our community since 1969.

And of course much, much more

Our Friendship Centre is continually welcoming new members and we would also

like to inform and encourage all to purchase a membership for the new year!

Condensation forming on the windows is a prob-

lem in many homes. But the condensation alone

isn't the only issue, because this type of mois-

ture buildup can lead to mold, wood rot, and

other problems in the house too. The keys to

preventing condensation are controlling the hu-

midity and moisture levels in the house, manag-

ing the temperature and air flow inside, and

keeping cold air away from your house.

Use exhaust fans and vents throughout the

house. One of the best ways to get humidity out

of your house is to vent it outside through ex-

haust fans.

Use bathroom vents and fans when you're bath-

ing. Run them for at least 20 minutes after your

shower.

Use kitchen and stove fans when you're cooking.

Run them for about 15 minutes after you finish

cooking.

Make sure your dryer vents to the outside for

when you're doing laundry.

Keep your house at the right temperature. Man-

aging the temperature inside your house is an

important part of controlling condensation. Con-

densation can only form if there's a cold surface

where the moisture can pool, so keeping win-

dows and walls warm is essential. Ensure all

heat sources such as baseboards and vents are

unobstructed.

Open the drapes. Opening drapes and curtains

will allow air to circulate against the windows,

and this will dry out moisture on the windows

and stop condensation from forming. Any con-

densation formed on window sills should be

wiped off regularly to prevent damage and mold-

ing.

The best time to open the windows and drapes is

on sunny days, when the warmth and light from

the sun will dry out moisture.

Use fans to move air around. Stand-up, oscillat-

ing, and ceiling fans are all great for circulating

the air in your home. Not only will they help to

reduce moisture, but they’ll also distribute hot

air more evenly in the winter, and provide a cool-

ing breeze in summer.

In summer, ceiling fans should rotate in a coun-

ter clockwise direction. In winter, switch the fans

so they rotate in a clockwise direction, and cir-

culate heat more efficiently.

Tips from your friends at the Swan River Friendship Centre Housing Corp.

Beading for January 2019 Tuesday January 8, 2019

Tuesday January 15, 2019

Tuesday January 22, 2019

Tuesday January 29, 2019

All Classes start at 6:00 PM Come on down to the ECFC and bring a friend or two. We

offer free lessons with Life Time member Sarah Sutherland.

She will be there to assist and guide you in making your

own pair of gloves or slippers.

Quick and Easy Brownies

Ingredients

2 cups white sugar

1 cup butter

1/2 cup cocoa powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

4 eggs

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup walnut halves

Directions

Melt the butter or margarine and mix all ingredients in the order given.

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes in a 9 x 13 inch greased pan.

Children for the Future Program

“Aboriginal Headstart” We had a very exciting month in December. We

held our Christmas Party on December 14, 2018.

It was a great turn out and everyone got to meet

Santa.

AHS classes will resume Monday January 7,

2019. January is Culture month in our AHS. The

children will learn about different cultures and

different languages during this time.

AHS January Birthdays

Rosie-Lynn

Karsen

Jacob

Anthony

Mya

The Aboriginal Headstart would like to thank

our Community and community members for

their continuous support of our Children for

the Future Program. We had an amazing year

in 2018 and cant wait to see what 2019 has in

store for us! Thank you everyone for every-

thing you have done to support out program.

E.C.F.C Programs Partners for Careers

Partners for Careers Program can help you with things like cover letters, interview skills, job skills, job

search, training information, university and collage applications, and resumes.

For more information call Emma-Leigh at (204) 734-9301

MMF Outreach Program

The MMF Outreach Program assists with training and education referrals.

For any more information please call Virginia Church at (204) 734-9301.

Adult Education

The SRFC Adult Education is funded by the Province of Manitoba and is managed by a volunteer Board

of Directors. We are a community-based program with individualized instruction for adults 19 years of

age and older. It is a relaxed and informational learning environment located right in the Elbert Char-

trand Friendship Centre. For applications or any inquiries you may contact Donna Fagnan or Janet

White-Riddell at (204) 734-9301. Students who complete the program graduate with a Mature High

School Diploma.

Light House Program

Our Light House youth had a very busy and exciting month. We attended glow bowling, Stampeders

Game, gym night, and a evening out at the Star City Cinema. This program is for youth aged 6-17 please

check out the calendar on the back for up coming activities. For more information please call Emma-

Leigh Rusk at (204) 734-9301.

Are you Aboriginal and seeking an exciting and rewarding ca-

reer in health care?

Prairie Mountain Health delivers quality health services that

are responsive to the needs of the population. We are seeking

exceptional people to join our team in areas including, but not

limited to, acute care hospitals, long term care facilities, com-

munity programs and emergency medical services.

If you are of aboriginal descent, and you have the necessary

qualifications, Prairie Mountain Health Aboriginal Human Re-

sources wants to hear from you. If you or someone you know is

interested, please call or visit:

Ken McIvor– PMH Aboriginal Liaison

Dauphin Friendship Centre– Dauphin, MB

(204) 638-5707

Or

Shawn Charlebois– Manager– Aboriginal HR

Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre

(204) 734-6642

www.prairiemountainhealth.ca

Programs/Services

MMF Outreach

Adult Education Site 2

Recreation

Head Start Program

Parent/ Child Program

Light House

Partners for Careers

S.U.C.C.E.E.D. Connections

W.E.S.T Centre

Prairie Mountain Health

Housing

Training/ Skill Development

Housing First

Children’s After School Activities

Sunday

Jan 13- Teen Skating from 5:00-

6:00 PM

Monday

Jan 7 - Gym Night 6:00-7:30 PM

@ Taylor School

Jan 14 - Gym Night 6:00-7:30 PM

@ Taylor School

Jan 21 - Gym Night 6:00-7:30 PM

@ Taylor School

Jan 28 - Gym Night 6:00-7:30 PM

@ Taylor School

Wednesday

Jan 9 - Swimming 6:00-8:00 @

Richardson Wellness Centre

Jan 9 - Teen Basketball 6:00-7:00

@ Ecole South Gym

Jan 16 - Swimming 6:00-8:00 @

Richardson Wellness Centre

Jan 16 - Teen Basketball 6:00-

7:00 @ Ecole South Gym

Jan 23 - Swimming 6:00-8:00 @

Richardson Wellness Centre

Jan 23 - Teen Basketball 6:00-

7:00 @ Ecole South Gym

Jan 30 - Swimming 6:00-8:00 @

Richardson Wellness Centre

Jan 30 - Teen Basketball 6:00-

7:00 @ Ecole South Gym

Friday

Jan 11 - Stampeders Game 7:30

PM @ The Swan River Arena

Jan 18 - Bowling 6:00-7:45 ( First

24 kids to sign up)

Saturday

Jan 12 - Swimming Party 5:00-

6:00 @Richardson Wellness Cen-

tre

For any questions or concerns please contact Emma-Leigh Rusk at (204) 734-9301.

December is always a little bit different for us with Gym Nights being put on hold our youth

were able to enjoy a few new activities such as Sliding, Gingerbread House Competition, and

baking. Pictured is our competition under way as well as the winners sporting their Tim

Horton Gift Cards! Our youth would like to thank our local bingo players for taking the time

to vote on our Gingerbread Houses.

January Activities

Swan River MMF Local Meeting

Thursday, January 17, 2019

5:00 PM

ECFC Hall

Everyone is welcome to attend. Coffee House

Friday, January 25, 2019

7:00 PM

ECFC Hall

$3.00 Admission | 50/50 | Late Night Snack

Come on out for a great time of visiting and dancing! If

you can bring a snack for our late night snack to share

with our friends in attendance.

Elyza Katherine Church Born: November 16, 2018

Time: 2:39 PM Weight 7Ibs 7oz

Daughter of

Breanne Filuk & Clyde Church

Sibling of

Annika Church

Granddaughter of

Virginia & Clinton Church Swan River, MB

Kathleen Filuk & The Late Ken Filuk Swan River, MB

Special Announcements

Maverick Ross Morgan Born: January 7, 2019

Time: 5:41 AM Weight: 7Ibs 15oz

Son of

Andrea Kalechyn & Jeremy Morgan

Grandson of

Murray & Suzette Kalechyn Swan River, MB

Tiffany Morgan & Llewelyn Rowe Fogo Island, Newfoundland

Jan 2– Happy Birthday Charles Campbell– From the Staff

Jan 2– Happy Birthday Ken Treasure– Love Lorri-Ann & Family

Jan 4– Happy Birthday Justin Genaille– Love your Family

Jan 5– Happy Birthday Audrey Chartrand– Love your Family

Jan 6– Happy Birthday Angie Ferland– From your Floor Hockey Team

Jan 6– Happy Birthday Parker Spence– Love your Family

Jan 10- Happy Birthday Jason Genaille– Love your Family

Jan 14- Happy Birthday Frankie Genaille– Love you Family

Jan 16– Happy Birthday Tiffany Chartrand– Love Auntie Cindy

Jan 19– Happy Birthday Natasha Simpson– Love Auntie Cindy

Jan 20– Happy Birthday Clyde– Love Your Family

Jan 22– Happy Birthday to Mr. Anthony Rain– Love Auntie, Uncle & Sierra

Jan 22– Happy Birthday Clinton– Love Your Family

Jan 22– Happy birthday Mom– Love Brooklyn

Jan 23– Happy Birthday Chloe– Love Mom & Family

Jan 25– Happy Birthday Madison Lamb– From Skim & Family

Jan 26– Happy Birthday Dusty Rose– Love your Family

January Birthday Announcements

Compassion - Non-judgemental empathy and understanding for others. Caring of how others feel.

Friendship - A friend is someone who believes in you, and by being a friend one believes in the other with encourage-

ment, love, and trust.

Respect - An attitude of caring about people and treating them with dignity. Respect is valuing others and ourselves. We

speak, act, and show respect.

Honesty - Being truthful in your words and actions. Never listen to gossip or predice.

Responsibility - Means that others can depend on you. You are willing to be accountable for your actions.

Spirituality - Having the concern with one’s inner being and how one deals with truth, love, and courage. Able to feel

love, courageous enough to act, and is able to effect the external world in a moral fashion

Humility - Perceiving one’s place in the world, not according to one’s accomplishments, but according to the intrinsic

value of all individuals. (all living things are equal and their value cannot be judged.

Courage - The ability to stand firm in the face of adversity or external pressure and to act, even when such action could

cause the seeker negative consequences. Actions in the world only have worth if backed up by meaningful conviction.

Aboriginal Horoscopes

Falcon

March 21 – April 19

It is a new year. Observe the distant horizon and its many beautiful colors. Just like the colors in a rain-

bow are cyclical and appear like phases, your life has phases. This is a new phase. Embrace it and enjoy

the gifts provided to you in this phase by the Creator. Share it with your loved ones and encourage every-

one to do the same.

Beaver

April 20 – May 20

You like building things. Build some new relationships in this continuing festive season. The Creator gave

you the gift of communication. Communicate your warm and healthy cheer! Now is not the time to do your

personal bean counting. There is still plenty left in your inventory so don’t start fretting about empty cup-

boards. Share what you have and your gifts will be replenished.

Deer

May 21 – June 20

You are a gentle creature of habits. Today, leave your routine and take some risks. Do not risk jumping off

buildings and be a little realistic. Expand your horizons by going out with your loved one and spending a

bit of your savings on this special person. Don’t do the ordinary safe thing by going to a quiet restaurant

and hiding with your loved one in the corner. Take a sleigh ride in the crisp, cool, winter air. Enjoy.

Woodpecker

June 21 – July 21

You like to work and accomplish progress? So what! It’s time to play. The calendar has a new page and

you need to explore some new ideas that have been developing in your head this past year. It is more fun

to explore with a friend or a group of friends, so get on the honker and call some of your buddies out to

play. Head out to the distant horizons and see what’s out there with your friends and don’t forget to count

your blessings as you accomplished so much last year.

Salmon

July 22 – August 21

Why is direction and purpose so important to you? It’s like an obsession. Stop it. Close your eyes, turn

around a couple of times, open your eyes and head in that direction you are facing. Without any plans or

compasses in your pocket. You need to exercise your freedom of choice and not be bound by direction and

purpose every single second in your life. Have some fun and smile a bit. You never know who may be in-

terested in spending some time with you. No more humbug!

Brown Bear

August 22 – September 21

Oh great one with a big heart and protecting smile. Take the time to rest and enjoy your family’s company.

Just your presence is comfort enough. Your patience while listening to others tell their story is very, very

important. Keep on being yourself and helping others the way you do. Your greatest personal reward is

seeing others finding help for themselves and living a safer, happier, and healthy life.

Crow

September 22 – October 22

You are a sentinel in life. Watch out for the safety of others in your family and community. Call out in

that shrill voice of yours if you see danger to your family members or community. Others respect your

protective gift of communication. Use it wisely and never forget that the Creator gave you this gift of com-

munication for you, your family, and your community. Share it.

Snake

October 23 – November 22

You enjoy the limelight once in awhile. So get out and seek to be the center of attention in your crowd.

Your friends will be delighted. Use that gift of humor that the Creator gave to you and have some fun.

Lurking in the shadows is not your only style. You have an inner sense of sociability and sharing. So

share your humor.

Owl

November 23 – Dec 21

Oh wise one, stop being foolish in your solitude. Your friends are eagerly awaiting your company and gift

of the gab so move it! Spread those rickety old wings and shake a leg. Fly, fly, fly cause you do not have

any time to lay around and cry, cry, cry. Your partner loves you and your family adores you. Your com-

munity looks up to you so get out there and share yourself.

Goose

December 22 – January 19

You are so loud! But that is good! Everyone party needs a spark plug! Keep on sparking and don’t wait for

that molasses in January that is so slow and boring. Dance your booty off and get the party started. You

know how. Keep your eyes peeled as a new friend is waiting for you to notice him or her. A new year

brings new beginnings in friendship and love.

Otter

January 20 – February 18

One year older and none the wiser. You are happy-go-lucky and you leave your tail where it will lay. You

do not care to be serious all the time. As a teacher, you teach your younger ones to play safe and also to

have fun. Being the best is less important than sharing your fun in playing games. Also, as a teacher, you

learn respect and teach it to others. You will fare well this new year.

Wolf

February 19 – March 20

As the leader of the pack, you must show restraint when it is due. Well, it is not due at the moment so let

loose a bit. Pull back your fangs as the danger is gone. Have some fun. Show others that too much tense

or strain or stress is bad on your health. Could create bad habits like eating all the time when things

don’t go your way. Show your wisdom in the other gifts that the Creator gave you like smiling, humor, and

sharing compliments. Be of good cheer today. Tomorrow is another day.

Aboriginal Horoscopes

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2

Bingo 6:00pm

3 4 5

6

Bingo 6:00pm

7

Bingo 6:00pm

AHS Class’s

Resume

Gym Night

6:00 - 7:30PM

8

Beading 6PM

9

Bingo 6:00pm

Swimming

6-8 PM

10

Fiddling 4PM

11

Stamps Game

7:30 PM

12

Swimming

Party 5:00-6:00

13

Bingo 6:00pm

14

Bingo 6:00pm

Gym Night

6:00 - 7:30PM

15

Beading 6PM

16

Bingo 6:00pm

Swimming

6-8 PM

17

Fiddling 4PM

MMF Local

Meeting

5:00 PM

18

Bowling 6-7:45

(First 24 kids to

sign up)

19

20

Bingo 6:00pm

21

Bingo 6:00pm

Gym Night

6:00 - 7:30PM

22

Beading 6PM

23

Bingo 6:00pm

Swimming

6-8 PM

24

Fiddling 4PM

25

Coffee House

7:00 PM

26

27

Bingo 6:00pm

28

Bingo 6:00pm

Gym Night

6:00 - 7:30PM

29

Beading 6PM

30

Bingo 6:00pm

Swimming

6-8 PM

31

Fiddling 4PM

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