Chippewa Culture and Customs

Welcome to the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Reservation website. The Reservation lies in Northeastern Minnesota adjacent to the city of Cloquet, MN, approximately 20 miles west of Duluth, MN. The Fond du Lac Reservation, established by the LaPointe Treaty of 1854, is one of six Reservations inhabited by members of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Fond du Lac Reservation 1720 Big Lake Rd. Cloquet, MN 55720 call: (218) 879-4593

The National Archives holds information about American Indians who maintained their ties to Federally-recognized Tribes (1830-1970). Most records are arranged by tribe.

comprised of the Bois Forte, Fond du Lac, Grand Portage, Leech Lake, Mille Lacs, and White Earth reservations, is a federally recognized tribal government that, through unified leadership, promotes and protects the member Bands while providing quality services and technical assistance to the reservation governments and tribal people. The Minnesota Chippewa Tribe PO Box 217 Cass Lake, MN 56633 (218) 335-8581 Voice (218) 335-8496 Fax

Bois Forte Tribal Government - Nett Lake 5344 Lakeshore Drive, PO Box 16 Nett Lake, MN 55772 Phone: 218-757-3261 or 1-877-528-8519 Fax: 218-757-3312 Bois Forte Tribal Government - Vermilion 1610 Farm Road South Tower, MN 55790 Phone: 218-753-4905 Fax: 218-753-4055 The Bois Forte Urban Office is located at 1308 East Franklin Ave. Suite 112, in Minneapolis. Jacque Wilson is the Urban Office Coordinator. You can reach the office at 612-871-6618 or [email protected]

6530 US Highway 2 NW Cass Lake, MN 56633 Telephone (218) 335-8200 Toll-free (800) 442-3909 Fax (218) 335-8309

HRC-67 Box 194 Onamia, MN 56359

Red Lake Nation Headquarters P. O. Box 550 Red Lake, MN 56671 218-679-3341 Toll Free 866-311-9758

PO Box 428 Grand Portage, MN 55605 Phone: (218) 475-2277 Fax: (218) 475-2284 Email: [email protected] Website: www.grandportage.com

The goals and objectives of the Minnesota American Indian Chamber of Commerce are to: Provide entrepreneurial support to its members and other American Indian-owned businesses; Assist Indian communities to develop resources and capacities to foster the business climate; Facilitate coordination within the American Indian community, between the American Indian and broader communities, and assist with special projects that strengthen all communities; Provide education, training, and technical assistance opportunities that will allow American Indians to compete effectively in a global economy; Continuously promote a philosophy based on business partnerships between Indian owned businesses, Tribal governments, Tribal businesses, and non-Indian businesses that are supportive of Indian business development; Support economic and business development that helps strengthen and build our communities, our people, and our economy.

Charles Hanks, Jr. - Chairperson 25974 7th Ave. North Ogema, MN 56569 (218) 983-4159

The Lower Sioux Indian Community is a federally recognized Indian tribe located in south central Minnesota in Redwood County, approximately two miles south of Morton. The Community Center is located on the southern bluffs of the Minnesota River valley. Approximately 145 families live on 1,743 acres of tribal land. A total tribal population of 982 resides throughout a 10-mile service area and beyond. While â??Lower Siouxâ?? was the name given to our band and our homeland after treaties with the United States in 1851, members of the Lower Sioux Indian Community are part of the Mdewakanton Band of Dakota. The Dakota, which translates closely to â??friendâ?? or â??allyâ?? in our language, referred to our traditional Minnesota River Valley homeland as Cansaâ??yapi (where they marked the trees red). Pride in our history and our culture are the heart and spirit of everything we do. Today, the Lower Sioux Community has almost 930 enrolled members, more than half of who reside on Tribal lands.

5636 Sturgeon Lake Road Welch MN 55089 1-800-554-5473 PH 651-385-2554 FX 651-385-4180

Upper Sioux Community Tribal Court Honorable Judge Treuer Cindy Samora, Clerk of Court P.O. Box 155�?� 2499 564th Street Phone: 320-564-6317 Fax: 320-564-4915

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The faculty and staff at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College have one thing in mind â?? the student. Whether it's putting in extra time with students on a one-on-one basis or developing new ways of thinking to help our students apply their knowledge to the real world, our goal is to help students focus on their education and achieve their life goals.

Welcome to Anishinaabemowin where our overriding goal is to make available the opportunity to learn the Anishinaabe language no matter what school you attend, program you are a part of, or city or country you live in. We hope this website will serve as the official resource for the Ojibwe language creating a unique and reputable location that people throughout the world can access for learning the language, and the various dialects spoken throughout our region. This revitalization project will serve as a library of resources, including the archiving of not only our language, but also our elders through the audio and video segments throughout the site.

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The Black Bear Golf Course is an 18-hole championship par-72 course set in the beautiful woodlands of Northern Minnesota. The course features a driving range and two practice greens, a GPS system on all electric golf carts. Our clubhouse includes a Pro Shop for your accessories and apparel needs and a full service snack bar complemented by a spacious deck overlooking the course. Lessons from our PGA professional are available by appointment

UIDA Business Services (UBS) is operated through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency. The goal of this program is to provide Native American owned businesses with: an understanding of the requirements of government contracting, and the know-how to obtain and successfully perform Federal, state and local government contracts. Are you a Native American owned business located in our service area? Do you want to sell to the government? Overwhelmed by registrations, certifications and solicitations? Need help making contacts? Call UBS - We can help!

The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development finished the preliminarily development of a web portal called NativeEDGE. This is an extension of the National Center and its services. The NativeEDGE site is an on-line database of Indian-owned or tribally owned businesses and resources. The site will continue to be updated as they become available.

Founded in 1969, the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) is the first national non-profit 501 (c) 3 corporation created and directed by American Indians, solely dedicated to developing American Indian economic self-sufficiency through business ownership. NCAIED supplies technical assistance and consulting services in all areas of business development to American Indian owned small businesses and tribal enterprise operations. NCAIED also works with federal government agencies, corporations and foundations to facilitate a business relationship between American Indian enterprises and private industry. NCAIED envisions the birth of more businesses established by and employing American Indians while positively impacting all Indian Nations. "We Mean Business for American Indians"

We have over 2,000 of the newest and best slot machines, slot and blackjack high limit areas, poker and bingo. Black Bear features a modern new 12-story hotel tower designed with your comfort in mind. Enjoy a little live music or a comedy act at the Cobalt Cabaret, or experience an exquisite meal at our Seven Fires Steakhouse. We're conveniently located on I-35 at the Carlton Exit #235. Check out our contact page for complete directions.

Economic Benefits of Indian Gaming Vital Statistics Tribal casino-resort workforce economic benefits in 2005 Statewide Minnesota economic benefits totaled $429 million, including: $251 million in take-home pay, counting $24 million in paid time off $90 million in employment taxes $66 million in medical and dental healthcare benefits $15 million in 401k retirement savings $7 million plus in life/disability insurance and other benefits

Total statewide workforce of 12,900 jobs, including 11,100 full-time positions. Average full-time tribal casino job cost $39,700, including: $21,700 in take-home pay, counting $2,200 in paid time off $8,500 in employment taxes $7,500 in medical and dental healthcare benefits $1,400 in retirement savings $600 plus in life/disability insurance and other benefits

Average tribal casino full-time employee W2 income was $29,900 Rural Minnesota economic benefits totaled $285 million, including: $159 million in take-home pay, counting $14 million in paid time off $65 million in employment taxes $48 million in medical and dental healthcare benefits $10 million in 401k retirement savings $4 million plus in life/disability insurance and other benefits Total rural workforce of 9,100 jobs, including 7,900 full-time positions

Employment Taxes Paid in 2005 Tribal casino workforce (state and federal) employment taxes were $90.3 million in 2005. Employees paid $40.8 million in income taxes, including $28.5 million in federal income tax withholdings and $12.3 million in Minnesota state income tax withholdings. Employees and employers shared (nearly equally) $45.5 million in FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) taxes, including $38.5 million in Social Security (federal old age survivor's disability insurance) and $7.0 million in Medicare (federal Medicare employee employment tax). Employers paid $4.0 million in other employment taxes, including $2.3 million in unemployment insurance claims and $1.6 million in worker compensation insurance claims. The average full-time tribal casino job paid $8,500 in employment taxes. The (weighted) average full-time tribal casino job contributed $8,500 in state and federal taxes counting both employee and employer shares. Tribal casino employment taxes in rural Minnesota totaled $65 million. State and federal employment taxes on tribal casino jobs outside the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area totaled $65.4 million in 2005. Excerpts from the January 2007 report; "The Workforce Economic Benefits of Minnesota Indian Gaming Association Member Tribes Casino-Resorts" provided courtesy of the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association.

Tribal Gaming and Employment Tribal gaming is among Minnesota's top twelve employers. Twelve of Minnesota's eighteen tribal casinos are the largest employer in their communities. Statewide, here's the ranking: MINNESOTA'S TOP 12 EMPLOYERS State of Minnesota 54,471 U.S. Government 34,000 Mayo Foundation 33,700 University of Minnesota System 30,000 Target Corporation 25,734 Allina Health System 22,105 Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota 20,175 Fairview Health Services 18,500 Northwest Airlines 21,395 Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 18,380 3M Company 15,760 TRIBAL CASINOS 12,900

From CityBusiness "Book of Lists" 2006 Casinos Currently, the eleven Minnesota tribes operate 18 casinos in the State of Minnesota. The Minnesota American Indian Chamber of Commerce is proud to represent 16 of those casinos through Tribal and Casino membership with the Chamber. In Minnesota, all tribal gaming casinos are managed by tribal governments or tribal gaming commissions as specified under tribal ordinances and federal law. The Chamber takes a non-political role in promoting these tribal enterprises as Indian owned and operated businesses. Casino gaming has generated needed revenue for tribal governments, resulting in significant improvement in the quality of life on most Reservations In Minnesota, all tribal gaming casinos are managed by tribal governments or tribal gaming commissions as specified under tribal ordinances and federal law. The Chamber takes a non-political role in promoting these tribal enterprises as Indian owned and operated businesses.

The Butch and Julie Sievert family invite you to experience The Inn on Gitche Gumee on Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive. Surround yourself with year-round hospitality. We guarantee the beauty and mystique of "Gitche Gumee," the Native American name for Lake Superior, will refresh your spirit. Unwind in themed stress-free suites or in a private cottage - all creatively decorated with handcrafted woodwork, nature accents and hand-pieced quilts.

Seven Clans Casino & Hotel Tribal Gaming and Tourism Tribal casinos have proven to be a major tourist attraction in Minnesota, second only to the Mall of America. In 2000, Minnesota's tribal casinos attracted more than 20.7 million patrons, about 17% (almost 3.7million) from outside the state. Those visitors spent an estimated $191.2 million on lodging, food, gas and other purchases on and off the reservation. Tribal Gaming and Rural Development Rural Minnesota benefits the most from tribal casino employment. The rural (non-metro) tribal casino workforce had 9,100 jobs, including 7,900 full-time positions. The rural tribal casino payroll was $211 million, or 0.6% of all wages paid in rural Minnesota ($34 billion) in 2005. Tribal casino jobs brought $285 million in direct economic benefits to rural Minnesota, including $159 million in take-home pay, $65 million in employment taxes, $48 million in healthcare, $10 million in retirement savings, and $4 million in other employee benefits.

Tribal casino-resorts are leaders in the leisure and hospitality industry. Rural (non-metro) tribal casino workers represent 9% of rural Minnesota's leisure and hospitality workforce and 18% of the rural industry payroll. Statewide, tribal casino workers are more likely than other leisure and hospitality workers to have healthcare or retirement benefits, paid time off, life or disability insurance or other benefits such as flexible savings accounts and tuition assistance. Tribal casino workers are also more likely to be full-time employees and have higher starting wages than other leisure and hospitality workers. Tribal casino-resorts brought 9,100 jobs to rural Minnesota. TRIBAL CASINO casino-resorts outside the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area employed 7,900 full-time and 1,200 part-time positions in 2005. Seventy-two percent of TRIBAL CASINO (full-time) employees work in rural Minnesota. Excerpts from the January 2007 report; "The Workforce Economic Benefits of Minnesota Indian Gaming Association Member Tribes Casino-Resorts" provided courtesy of the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association

Tribal Gaming and Government Assistance Tribal gaming has eased the burden on state and county public assistance programs by providing gainful employment for rural communities. AFDC payments have decreased 17.8% in casino counties, according to state records. And the number of Native Americans receiving general assistance has decreased by more than 58%, remarkable testimony to the impact of tribal gaming in moving Minnesota Indians toward economic self-sufficiency. Nearly 6% of casino employees were receiving some form of general assistance prior to casino employment. An estimated 11.5% of persons employed at tribal casinos were receiving unemployment assistance prior to employment at a casino. Nearly 22% had been out of work at least three months, and over 15% had been out of work more than six months prior to casino employment. This information provided courtesy of the Minnesota Indian Gaming Association