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She presented the plan at the November 17 Six Nations Elected Council\u2019s (SNEC) General Finance meeting and outlined plans for a full sit-down celebration. The event is scheduled for Monday, December 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mont Hill Golf and Country Club. Jonathan told council the initiative is a coordinated effort among SNEC programs after feedback showed seniors struggled last year with applying for Christmas baskets, arranging pickup, storing frozen turkeys and preparing large meals. 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