For more information, please contact the Kitigan Zibi Biologist at 819-441-2323 ext. 22

SAVE OURLAKE STURGEON

A Threatened Species

Once plentiful througout North America, severe overfishingin the late 1800s and early 1900s decimated sturgeonpopulations—current estimates put modern populations atless than 1% of their historical size.

Factors impacting Lake Sturgeon populations: Overfishing — taking large fish removes breeders Poaching — illegal harvesting of meat/eggs (caviar) Habitat destruction — dams impact spawning grounds Slow growth — 15-25 years to breeding age Low fertility — females breed only once every 4-6 years

Our local sturgeon population is small, and in danger.Help us make a difference!

Please do not fish for Lake Sturgeon on the Gatineau-Désert-Eagle River system

Other populations on KZA traditional territory are less vulnerable: Lac St-Louis orLac des Deux-Montagnes

If you do catch a Lake Sturgeon, keep only juvenile fish (under 106 cm long) to giveadult fish a better chance at breeding successfully

Report any illegal harvesting activities (fishing on spawning grounds, poaching)

Our Local Sturgeon Population

Sturgeon located in the Kitigan Zibi area are unique among Lake Sturgeon in North America becausethey spend most of their time in rivers (Gatineau-Désert-Eagle River system) rather than in lakes.

We know this through the Kitigan Zibi Natural Resources and Wildlife Department (NRWD), whichhas been studying our sturgeon population for almost 10 years. Tagging, radio telemetry and spawningstudies help us learn more about how many fish there are, where they go at different times of year, andwhere they breed.

Kitigan Zibi Natural Resource and Wildlife DepartmentFor more information call 819-441-2323 ext. 22

Head’s up! Spring is in the air and the turtles are on the roads!

From May to September it’s common to see turtles near roadways, hangingaround on the sandy shoulders or trying to cross to the other side. All kinds ofturtles will be roaming around, looking for mates and for places to lay their eggs.

Keep an eye out for these turtle crossing signs around the rez, and when you seethem, watch out! You might find a turtle on the road nearby.

The Turtles of Kitigan ZibiAnishinabeg

Did you know?There are 9 different turtle species in Quebec. Most of these are freshwater turtles, but we haveone sea turtle species as well! Freshwater turtles spend most of their time in the water, but youmight see them on land as well in the spring and summer. If you see them on land, it usuallymeans they are just passing through as they search for mates and places to lay eggs.

3 turtle species are present in the Kitigan Zibi area:

If you find a turtle, please leave it where it is and do not try to pick it upor move it anywhere. Let it go on its way and it won’t bother anyone!

Kitigan Zibi Natural Resource and Wildlife DepartmentFor more information call 819-441-2323 ext. 22

Wood Turtle (Glyptemys insculpta)

14-20 cm long Rough brown or grey-brown shell, each scale with

concentric rings (like tree rings) Black head, orange or yellow neck and legs Yellow underbelly with black squares THREATENED—Federally protected under SARA

Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta)

11.5-14 cm long Smooth dark brown or black shell Black head, neck and legs, with yellow orange

or red lines Yellow underbelly with browish center

Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina)

20-36 cm long Shell colour ranges from pale brown to black Thick shell, large head, legs and feet Yellowish underbelly Careful! Long neck with powerful jaws can

deliver a painful bite. Do not attempt to pick up!

Kitigan Zibi Whip-poor-will Project

Head’s up!

Researchers and field technicians from KitiganZibi Natural Resource and Wildlife Departmentwill be conducting Roadside Listening Surveysat night, in the area from Grand-Remous toGracefield, from May 25th to June 2nd 2015.We’ll be driving around after dark, stoppingonce every kilometer along our listening routesto look for whip-poor-wills.

What is a whip-poor-will?

Whip-poor-wills are small nocturnal birds that feedon flying insects. They chant their loud, namesakewhip-poor-will song continuously on spring andsummer evenings. During the day, whip-poor-willsroost on the ground or on a tree limb and are verydifficult to spot.

Why are they being studied?

Regular surveys such as the Breeding Bird Atlasindicate that populations have been reduced bymore than 30% over the last 10 years (i.e. 3 whip-poor-will generations). In order to help stop thisdecline and possibly reverse it, we need to learnmore about where the whip-poor-wills are, howmany there are, and what state their habitat is in.

What are Roadside Listening Surveys?

Researchers and field technicians from Kitigan Zibiare listening for whip-poor-will calls to get a betteridea of their population size and location. This isvaluable information for the recovery effort of thisspecies, which is a Threatened species with federalprotection through the Species at Risk Act. Unlikemost birds, whip-poor-wills call most often at nightwhen the moon is out. Since they’re so good at hidingduring the day, it’s best to look for them after dark.

You may sometimes see researchers and field techni-cians driving around secondary roads at night. Restassured that we will always stay on the road, and offof private property. We only listen for the birds, andwe won’t impact the birds or their habitat in any way.

What can I do to help?

If you hear a whip-poor-will calling at night, pleaselet us know! Give us a call at the Kitigan Zibi NaturalResource and Wildlife Department with your name,location, and approximately where you heard the birdcalling. This will help us plan new routes to expandour project and possibly find more whip-poor-wills.

You can also call us if you find anything noteworthy,i.e. dead whip-poor-wills or other animals, or if you’djust like to learn more about the whip-poor-willproject and other Species at Risk.

Kitigan Zibi Natural Resource and Wildlife DepartmentFor more information call 819-441-2323 ext. 22

AWBEN

Presents

POW WOW Pitch 2015 website: www.powwowpitch.com

What is Pow Wow Pitch?

30 entrepreneurs get 1 minute to “pitch” their business idea in front of a panel of celebrity judges.

The judges will chose 10 finalists to continue to the final round

The 10 finalists will work with a business mentor for 3 hours to perfect their pitch

The 10 finalists will get 3 minutes to pitch for a 2nd time to the panel of

celebrity judges

3 winners will be chosen

RULES FOR PITCHER'S REGISTRATION ARE AS FOLLOWS:

✦ Contestants must be able to demonstrate their Aboriginal heritage (status and

non-status) First Nations, Métis and Inuit are all encouraged to apply.

✦ Contestants must be emerging entrepreneurs.

✦ Adult competition is open to everyone who is 16 and over.

Contestants under 18 must be accompanied by parent or their legal guardian.

✦ Pitches must be family friendly!

No profane language, swearing or suggestive products or actions not suitable for a family audience as determined by the Programming Coordinator or the Judge

✦ Contestants can be affiliated with any of the organizing committee groups BUT

not be related to the judges ✦ Deadline for registration and entrance fee of $10.00 is: Monday June 17,

2015 by 5 pm

✦ Following this date, if contestant spots are still available, they will be filled on a

first come/ first serve basis.

The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business is calling for self-nominations for the National Youth Aboriginal Entrepreneur Award. This award recognizes an up-and-coming Aboriginal Entrepreneur under the age of 35. All you have to do is fill out a simple on-line application form and upload a 30 to 60 second video about yourself and your business. The deadline is 5:00 p.m. EST Monday August 25, 2015. The winner will receive a $10,000 financial award and be recognized at CCAB's 2016 Toronto Gala. For more information contact Andre Morriseau Senior Manager Awards and Communications by telephone 416.961.8663 ext. 240 or by email amorriseau@ccab.com

Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business

250 The Esplanade, Suite 204

Toronto, Ontario M5A 1J2

Telephone: 416-961-8663

Fax: 416-961-3995 Website: https://www.ccab.com/national-youth-award

Ap p l y f o r th e N a t i o n a l Ab o r i g i n a l En t r ep r en eu r Aw a rd

a n d W I N $ 1 0 , 0 00 . 0 0

Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business

National Youth Aboriginal Entrepreneur Award

TUESDAY, JUNE 210:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

LITTLE RAY’S REPTILE ZOO: This activity will take place at the Pakinawatik School and is open to all children 6 years old and under. (Parents and children at home are welcome to come to the show.)

6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

T-Ball: This activity will take place at the Ball field behind the Youth Center, for 4 - 6 year olds and their parents. (If it rains the activity will be held at the KZ School Gym)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 39:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

BIKE RODEO: This activity takes place at the Pakinawatik School and is open to all children 3 years old & Jr./Sr. Kindergarten levels. Parents please bring your child’s bike & helmet to school this day! (If it rains the activity will be cancelled until the following day. Same place, same time.)

THURSDAY, JUNE 46:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

SWIMMING: This activity takes place at the Williamson Pool. Parents please call Laurie at Odekan 819-449-2702 to reserve your spot! A light snack of cheese, crackers, grapes & juice will be provided.

FRIDAY, JUNE 59:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

CULTURAL ACTIVITY- READING CIRCLE: This activity takes place at the Pakinawatik School and is open to all children 6 years old and under. Parents and children at home are welcome to come and participate in the Reading Circle. A snack of bannock and blueberry jam will be provided and the children can make a bracelet or necklace.

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

BEACH PARTY DANCE: This activity will be held at the Community Hall and is for all children 6 years old and under. Parents and their child can come dressed in their beach wear. There will be music & dancing along with snacks and drinks and activities, face painting, etc ...

15TH ANNUAL Child Wellness Week Activities

JUNE 2 - 5, 2015Please note that these activities are for children 6 years old and under with parental supervision.

See you there!!

Laurie Commando @ Odekan

819-449-2702

These activities are sponsored by

ODEKAN