The First Nations are assisted and advised in the delivery of their Social Assistance programs.  Advisory services are also provided in the areas of Child care and Adult Care program development. The team leads and implements research and analysis on new initiatives and announcements of policy changes by the various levels of government.

The Social Development team monitors the income assistance program, including its primary components: Basic Needs, In-Home Care, Special Needs, Burials and the Work Opportunity Program.  The Social Development team assists with reporting requirements and administering funding.  In addition, the team can advocate on behalf of the First Nations and clients with ISC and other agencies.

Social Development Staff

Terry McKellep, Manager of Social Development  Gene Bercier, Social Dev. Advisor

Shannon Dionne, Administrative Assistant

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (PESP)

Vacant, PESP Coordinator                                Jonathon Sayese, Support Worker

Brenda Ladouceur, Support Worker            Lorenda Villeneuve, Support Worker

Kirk Moore, Data Clerk                                      Olivia McLeod, Data Clerk