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If you want your news/articles to be promoted on this page, send your information to the Communications Department at communications@millbrookfn.ca.
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Mental Health and Therapy - Resources Available Now

Seasons are changing and with the colder weather approaching let’s be gentle with ourselves while  reflecting on the previous seasons. If you are in need of a listening ear reach out to Millbrook Health Centre to book an appointment. We have Counsellors that range in different therapeutic approaches for both children and adults. 

902-895-9468

Radon Testing: Info Session Video on Millbrook Project

In case you missed the info sessions that were held, you can watch the presentation on the Millbrook Radon Home Testing Project now below. Limited quantities of free home testing kits are still available if you were not home for the initial visit or are interested in having your home tested now.

You can contact

Chantel Langille - Housing Project Officer

902-897-9199 or clangille@millbrookfn.ca

Radon Testing Program

Millbrook First Nation in partnership with Health Canada will be testing all our homes for radon over the next two years. The streets that will be taking part in this years test kit challenge include:

  • Church Rd

  • Gerald Ave

  • Willow St

  • Rachael Lane

  • Marshall Lane

  • Julien Lane

  • Brooks Lane

  • Martin Crescent

  • Abenaki Rd

  • Fern Dr

  • Spruce Ave

  • Autumn Dr

  • Townsview Dr

  • James St

  • Tower Rd

 

The test kit challenge will take place next year too, so any homes that are not included this year will be included next year.

 To view the letter going out to selected homes with information on what to expect see below, along with a video explaining what radon is, the dangers of exposure, and how testing and mitigation work.

For more information please contact the Housing Department:

(902) 897-9199 lpaul@millbrookfn.ca clangille@millbrookfn.ca

Millbrook Digital Newsletter - September-October 2024

Millbrook Newsletter Goes Digital! 

We’re excited to share that the Millbrook First Nation Newsletter for September-October is now available! We've officially transitioned to a completely online format. The newsletter will now be available on our website only, with the exception of printed copies that will be delivered to seniors. This change is part of our ongoing efforts to be more environmentally conscious while staying on top of current tools to make information sharing more efficient.

We kindly ask for your patience as the Millbrook communications team works through any bumps in the road during this transition. We believe this will make news in our community more accessible and shareable to all our members, as well as their families and friends near and far. Please note that the look and format newsletter may evolve as we refine this new online version.

 If you would like to receive an email copy of the monthly newsletter, please email communications@millbrookfn.ca, and we will register you for November’s issue. For newsletter submissions, please send them to the same email by the 20th of each month.

If you have any questions or feedback, send us an email, and we’ll do our best to address any concerns.

Please spread the word about this new and exciting change. We look forward to continuing to share news and celebrating our community together. Wela'lioq!

Carolanne Corbin
Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project - Impact Report (2023)

2023 marked the sixth year of the Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project (MHEEP), a transformative initiative working with 13 Mi'kmaw communities across Nova Scotia, including Millbrook First Nation.

Through this program, over 1,000 band-owned homes have received energy efficiency upgrades such as insulation, heat pumps, and draft-proofing. These enhancements have saved more than 68,500 GJ of energy and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by over 6,200 tonnes. The upgrades have not only contributed to environmental sustainability but also provided significant financial savings for residents, averaging $1,500 annually in energy bills. Millbrook First Nation has successfully enrolled over 100 homes in the project and encourages more members to participate to enjoy these benefits. Click below to read the full MHEEP annual report in English and Mi’kmaw.

Are you a Millbrook First Nation member looking to apply for MHEEP? Contact the Millbrook Housing and Public Works Department. Chantel Langille, Housing Project Officer - clangille@millbrookfn.ca.