Tansi

The Driftpile Band is situated 30 kms. west of Swan River (or 3 hours and 15 minutes northwest of Edmonton)

The Driftpile Reserve itself is over 15,000 acres in size and sprawls along 10 kms of sandy shoreline on the south side of Lesser Slave Lake.

Highway #2 runs directly through the reserve and provides good access to the lake.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESAT DRIFTPILE CREE NATION CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION

The Driftpile Band also enjoys a stable political environment and welcomes
the prospect of developing tourism on the reserve.
With relatively high unemployment, the project represents
badly needed jobs and economic opportunity for the
future growth and development of the band.

NEWS & EVENTS

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF CHIEF AND COUNCIL

Driftpile Cree Nation Chief and Council are pleased to announce a new Industrial Park Infrastructure project. Click to read the announcement.

Valentine's Sweetheart 2nd Annual Sober Dance

(18+) - Saturday Feb 15th

Dance the night away to the music of Midnight Thunder!
$10 advance tickets, $12 at the door
Doors at 6pm, Dance from 7pm - midnight

Click for details.

Attention All Driftpile Cree Nation Community Members:

Looking For: Caterers for the month of March, 2020 for our proposed Community Workshop Events. Click for details.

Family Skate

Every Sunday 1PM to 4PM

Put on your skates and join us! Hot cocoa & hot dogs available.
*All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian & dressed appropriate for the weather conditions*
Click for details.

Consultation & Lands Office Move

We are updating our band members on the office move. We are now located next to the Regional Police Building. Our new office phone number is 587-749-0490 (local calling number). Click for more info.

Introduction to Cree

First Tuesday of Every Month

The sessions will be once a week every Wednesday of each month from 5PM to 7PM. Click for more info.

Having Trouble Hearing Those Around You?

On Wednesday February 19th Hear In Edmonton will be providing free Hearing Tests as well as Hearing Aid Assessments and Fittings to the residents of Driftpile Cree Nation. Click for more info.

Arts & Crafts Gala

The Reclaiming Our Youth Program and Youth Council is hosting a Arts & Crafts Gala. Come out to showcase your talent on February 20, 2020 from 5 - 7 pm. Click for more info.

Users Fee Policy Repeal

September 5th 2019

Please be advised that effective immediately, the User Fee Policy will no longer be in effect. Click for more info.

Valentine's Sweetheart 2nd Annual Sober Dance

Saturday Feb 15th
$10 advance tickets, $12 at the door
Doors at 6pm
Dance from 7pm - midnight
(18+)

Dance the night away to the music of Midnight Thunder! Make it an evening to remember and show her she's special.

For advance ticket purchases:
Shirley (306) 874-7088
Gloria (780) 710-0459
Teresa (780) 523-7127
NLC Driftpile Campus (780) 355-3550

Attention All Driftpile Cree Nation Community Members:

Looking For: Caterers for the month of March, 2020 for our proposed Community Workshop Events.

Please submit your interest to:
Family Violence Prevention Office, Social Development Building
c/o Renee Chalifoux, Box 30
Driftpile, Alberta T0G 0V0
Office: (780) 355-3866
Cell: (587) 800-3210

Family Skate

HAVING TROUBLE HEARING THOSE AROUND YOU?

On Wednesday February 19th Hear In Edmonton will be providing free Hearing Tests as well as Hearing Aid Assessments and Fittings to the residents of Driftpile Cree Nation. Available to residents 18 years and older.

Wednesday February 19th @ Maggie Willier Wellness Centre. 9am to 3pm.

Please call the Maggie Willier Wellness Centre @ 780-355-3931 to book your appointment.

ARTS & CRAFTS GALA

The Reclaiming Our Youth Program and Youth Council is hosting a Arts & Crafts Gala. Come out to showcase your talent on February 20, 2020 from 5 - 7 pm. Take it or leave it table will also be available.

If interested, please contact Lloyd Collins for more information at 780-355-3931

CONSULTATION & LANDS OFFICE MOVE

Tansi, we have moved!

Dear DCN Band Members,

We are updating our band members on the office move. We are now located next to the Regional Police Building. Our new office phone number is 587-749-0490 (local calling number).
*Note* If you would like to sign up for site assessment visits; please visit us at the office, or call us during work hours from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm or email your contact info to: cons.research@dpcn.ca.

Sincerely, Danielle Thunder

R.O.Y.H.P. Healing & Hope Conference 2020

YOUTH PRESENTATION - REGGIE LEACH

Date: November 26th 2019
Time: 7PM to 9:30PM
Place: Mihtatakaw Sipiy School Gym

Reggie is a proud member of the Berens River First Nation in Manitoba and grew up in the small town of Riverton. He is an NHL legend, a coach, an inspirational speaker and a supporter of youth initiatives.

Reggie travels across Canada and encourages the youth to make positive and healthy lifestyle choices and he helps them to see the benefits of hard work, commitment and a good attitude.

Come listen to him talk about issues of bullying, poverty, alcohol and drugs, and promote education and the 7 Grandfather Teachings.

2017 - 2018 AUDIT PRESENTATION - CROWE MACKAY LLP

Date: November 27th 2019
Time: 5PM to 7PM
Place: Driftpile Community Hall

Driftpile Cree Nation Chief and Council have scheduled a community Audit Presentation at the Community Hall on November 27th from 5 - 7PM.

Light Refreshments will be provided.

Thank you,
Chief Dwayne Laboucan

INTRODUCTION TO CREE

Start Date: December 4th 2019
Time: 5PM to 7PM
Place: Driftpile Community Hall
Instructor: Angeline Bellerose

OPEN TO ALL COMMUNITY

Anyone interested in learning the Cree language please contact Mike Ward @ 780-335-3931. The sessions will be once a week every Wednesday of each month from 5PM to 7PM. Light refreshments will be provided.

band app now available for ios & android

up to the minute news and events • submit application forms • gain access to important documents • communicate directly with the band office

DIABETES RETINOPATHY CLINIC

When: October 22nd & 23rd 2019
Where: Driftpile Health Center

IF YOU ARE LIVING WITH DIABETES YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR EYES CHECKED ONCE A YEAR

Book Your Appointment with Theresa
(Please Let us know if you need transportation)
780-355-3931

Any questions about Diabetic Retinopathy or the clinic, please contact Robin Giroux @ 780-507-2458

Karaoke Night!

COME ENJOY THE FUN

Date: November 28th, 2019
Time: 5PM - 8PM
Place: Driftpile Hall

Canteen will be run by the Youth Coucil. All proceeds go towards the group for future trips and conferences.

3 age categories:

13 - 17
18 - 27
28 and up

Prizes:

1st - $300
2nd - $200
3rd - $100

Call Lloyd for more information @ 780-355-3931

MACLEAN DAY SCHOOL SETTLEMENT

The day school settlement was approved by the courts in Ottawa.

There will be a 90-day opt-out period and 120-day appeal period fo rthose not happy with the settlement.

After the 210 days, the applications will then be available to everyone who attended the day school in Driftpile.

Currently, this is the only information we have available.

We will inform everyone when the applications become available and will make appointments to assist with filling them out.

Thank you kindly,

Lynn Bellerose - Social Development

USERS FEE POLICY REPEAL

Please be advised that effective immediately, the User Fee Policy will no longer be in effect. In an effort to provide fair and equal services to all members, the decision will not impact the services that have been provided to the community members previous to this notice.

Moving forward, there will be no refunds and all outstanding balances will be waived. In addition, any serivces that have been suspended for lack of payment will be restored as of today.

It is the intention of leadership to always ensure that the safety and quality of services meets the needs of each and every community member.

Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please feel free to contact Darlene McLean, CAO at 780-355-3868 or 780-516-4927.

In the spirit of community and wellness,

Darlene McLean, CAO
Driftpile Cree Nation

ORANGE T SHIRT DAY

When: September 29th 2019 from 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Driftpile Community Hall

Join us for brunch at the Community Hall.

Opening Prayer
Greetings from Leadership
Honor Song/Drum Group

Honoring Residential School Survivors and those we have lost.

CONTACT
Avis Giroux or Nancy Chalifoux at 780-355-3931 for more info.

DRY MEAT-MAKING WORKSHOP

Please arrive at the Church Addition at 10:00AM on September 3rd.

An apron is recommended. Also, if possible bring your own knives and a knife sharpener.

Come and enjoy a cultural tradition and learn the teachings and skills of making dry meat so that you too can pass this skill onto your family members.

IRS Program
Nancy Chalifoux/Avis Giroux
Maggie Willier Wellness Centre
780-355-3931

BACK TO SCHOOL FAIR

Date: August 29th

Time: 5:00PM - 8:00PM

Location: Driftpile Community Hall

Open to students living on-reserve from Head Start to Grade 12, to provide supportive networks for students. Only students in attendance will be given a backpack.

Barbecue at 6:00PM

If you have any questions please call:
Robin or Shawna at the Health Centre
(780) 355-3931