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Call out list Hello G-N Community! I am happy to say I Bernadine Clayton will now be taking over the call out list. How it works Go the GN office to fill out the Form. The GN office passes the information to the interested member in the Port Hardy area who are on the call out list. This is for Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw members only. Friendly reminder you do not have to contact me in any way because I have all you information all you have to do is wait for a call. First on, first served in rotation The job call-out list works on a first come, first served basis. When job notices arrive at the office, we match the job to people interested in that type of work. You will be called in order your name was added to the call out list. Once you’ve been called out, the next job posting goes to the next interested person on the list. When we reach the bottom of the list we start at the top again and your turn will come around again. So it is a rotating list, everyone on the list will be called in turn.
February 13, 2015 3- Housing Office New/Report 4- 6 Recycling Depot
7- Community planning meeting 8 Thank you community
9 Honour Your Health Challenge 10 Family Fun Day
11 Helping struggling children and teens 12-13 Job Trainings 14-15 Bingo
16-19 Local Job Postings
20-22 Birthday Wishes/ Requests 23 Voting
We keep track of when and how many times we try to contact you. If we cannot contact you using the information you provided or you do not respond in a reasonable time, we need to move onto the next person because the employer will go elsewhere to fill the position.
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Keep your information up to date especially if your contact information changes. If we can’t contact you we have to move onto the next person on the list as employer will look elsewhere for workers. If you receive notice of work and do not want to or unable to work, please let me know and we will move onto the next person. Tell me if you are no longer interested in more, it will save calling you, your name can be put back on the list at a later time. GWA’SALA-’NAKWAXDA’XW NATIONS YO! NEWS
Out Job Interest? Camp job??
List Experiences? Trained in?
Come fill one out Please come to the GN Band office to do another form with your accurate information and new phone number.
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Yo! News is prepared by Bernadine Clayton Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw Receptionist
Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Band Office
This newsletter is delivered to all houses on the Tsulquate Reserve every second week and posted to the Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw website. If you have questions or comments about this newsletter, contact Bernadine at (250) 949-8343 or e-mail bandreception@gwanak.info The purpose of this newsletter is to keep Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw community members informed about what is happening in the Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Band Office and the surrounding community. Anybody is welcome to make submissions to the newsletter, including announcements, lost-and-found, photographs, bakwam’kwala words, stories, legends, drawings, etc. etc. etc. Other ways to stay connected to the Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw community are: Website (www.gwanak.info) Facebook (User: Gwasala Nakwaxdaxw) Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Nations Band Office
PO Box 998, 154 Tsulquate Reserve Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0
COUNCIL Chief Paddy Walkus: (250) 949-1486
Sits on all committees / paddywalkus@gmail.com
Ernie Henderson: (250) 230-3404
Health & Social Development, Housing, Fisheries, Education, Ec. Dev., Treaty, Personnel and Finance Portfolios
Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852
Health & Social Development & Ec. Dev. Portfolios
Victor Walkus: (250) 230-3855
Health & Social Development, Housing, Forestry, Ec. Dev., and Recreation Portfolios
Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034 Dodie Rufus: (250) 230-4642 Darryl Coon: (250) 230-0360
Housing Portfolio
Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459
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Phone: (250) 949-8343 / Fax: (250) 949-7402 Dylan Thomas, Band Manager Manager@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2307 Les Taylor, Native court worker
(250) 949-8343
Margaret Bernard, Finance
finance@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2308 Conrad Browne, Economic Development
ecdev@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2301
Pat Dawson-Hunt, Social Development
patriciad@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2309 Colleen Hemphill, Treaty
chemphil@telus.net / (250) 949-8424 Linda Paul, Treaty Administrative Assistant
kasalas4859@hotmail.com / (250) 949-8994 Lucy Scow, Finance/ council secretary
lucyscow@gmail.com/ (250) 902-2300 Lorna Henderson, Housing
l.d.henderson7@live.ca / (250) 902-2304 Leo Lawson/ Capital Specialist officer lhanslawson@msn.com / (250) 949-2306 Grace Smith, Education
grace.smith176@gmail.com / (250) 902-2320 Bob Swain, Public Works
bswain4@telus.net / Cell: (250) 230-0087 David Schmidt, Natural Resource manager david.schmidt@snrc.ca / (250)902-2310 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Elders Centre Silena George Elders’ Coordinator
Silena1314@gmail.com / (250) 949-7406 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Health & Family Services
Front Desk: (250) 949-8131 / Fax: (250) 949-6811 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School
Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca Eke Me-Xi School
(250) 949 - 8332
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Housing Office News/Report February 11, 2015 Housing Committee - The housing office is still working on getting the Housing Committee up and running again. I have a meeting with Chief & Council on the 12th to get the committee ratified! once this is done we can start having regular meetings again :) Housing Policies and Housing Rental Agreements - Once the newly formed housing committee is ratified by C&C we will begin to look at a universal Housing Policy, Housing Rental Policy, and Terms of Reference for the housing committee. We are hoping to apply these policies to all band rental properties, not just Social Housing Units. The housing office is still doing the necessary call outs for maintenance and other services, rents are being collected by most, not all, but MOST :) which is a great improvement. One of the top priorities for the new committee, once they are established, will also be dealing with the non-payment of rents. Invoices and bank deposits are being done every month. Entries for rent charged and rent paid are being entered into the computer and printouts are given to the band manager so that they are brought to the attention of C&C for review as well. CMHC Plan to Improve Operations - The housing office has been working in partnership with CMHC to address CMHC Housing operations since 2013. It was held off for the year that I was away but is now underway again. Mostly dealing with CMHC units under our operating agreement. Lot-in-fills - As you may have noticed there has been a lot of work being done around the reserve, old units that were condemned were burnt down and the Lots that they were on, cleaned up and ready for new buildings. Once the committee is in place we will begin meeting to determine the next process of building new homes on those potential lots. Housing Conference - I will be attending a Housing Conference in Vancouver along with Dodie Rufus and Leslie Walkus on February 20th. Hopefully they will have new information on building, renovation, and new tech materials. Leo Lawson will also be attending this conference. CMHC annual Client Visit is this year, which means our representative will be here in July to inspect the Social housing units again to be sure we are complying with our operating agreement. Look for notices as to the exact date once it is confirmed. So, be prepared for an inspection in April and in July CMHC rental units. Thank you, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me directly at 250-902-2304 or email me lornah@gwanak.info anytime! You can also message me on FB
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G&N RECYCLING DEPOT Hello everyone, hope everyone is having a happy new year. I’ve included another list of acceptable and unacceptable items for the recycling depot.
The hours are 1-5pm -Monday -Wednesday -Friday
I’d like to ask people not to drop things off after hours. Dogs and birds have been making a mess of garbage been left behind and other Items such as beds, couches, boxes’ has been getting wet and makes it difficult to deal with once I’m back to work. So please wait until the facility is open and I will be happy to assist you. Please remind children not to climb the fences while depot is closed would hate for someone to get hurt if there is no one around. Thanks Brandon Walkus
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Emergency planning meeting: Our next scheduled meeting is on March 5, 10-11 am at Wakas Hall. Please feel free to drop by and see what we are doing. Culverts: It has been noticed that children have been putting blocks of wood and other debris into the culverts when it's raining. It cost the Band over $3,000.00 to get one culvert cleaned out and have it replaced because it was plugged with old wood. Please watch your children and get them to stop doing this. Together we can have a safe and clean community. Bob Swain Public Works/Emergency Coordinator Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations
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The families of late Audrey Cadwallader Johnny would like to thank the community for their love and support, Gilakinatl'kas'la!
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****Call for Interest**** - ON-RESERVE JOB TRAINING For Gwa'sala-Nakwaxda'xw members (see poster below) Starts March/April, part-time FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT THE BAND OFFICE:
ERIN (250) 902-0550 OR CONRAD (250) 902-2301
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LOCAL JOB POSTING Cook-Seasonal Company: Malcolm Island Inn Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: $15/hr Expiry Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8am Details: Experienced cook for restaurant/pub style meals. Manage and operate Oceanside kitchen 3-4 days per week- afternoon shifts. Could commute from Port McNeill or accommodations can be available. Flexible hours and basic menu. If you are looking for work for the next few months, or until the fall, please send your resume: Qualifications & Experience: We are an oceanfront hotel/restaurant. Perks to living in Sointula include hiking fabulous beaches and trails, kayaking, storm watching and meeting great people! How to apply: Email resume to: info@islandrooms.ca Website: http://www.malcolmislandinn.ca Band Administrator-Full-Time Company: Quatsino Band Council Industry: Management/ Administration Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8am Details: The Band Administrator, under the general direction of the Band Council and subject to its policies and procedures, administers the affairs and programs of the Quatsino First Nation. The Quatsino First Nation is located near Coal Harbour on the north end of Vancouver Island. Job Description: The Quatsino First Nation Band Administrator will be responsible for the administering and overseeing of all band programs and will ensure programs are administered within budget. The Band Administrator will ensure that band policies and procedures are adhered to; and, supervise all band program managers, coordinators, employees and contractors. Job Duties
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• Strong Human Resource skills and an ability to manage, supervise and provide support to staff in meeting program requirements/mandates. • Ensuring proper maintenance, use, occupancy and control of buildings, equipment, and works controlled by the Band. • Advisor to Chief and Council on all areas of band management. • Knowledge working with provincial and federal funding agencies including: programs, regulations, procedures of AANDC and other funding agencies. • Acts as a liaison and public relations officer for the Council in matters of administration. • Good knowledge of financial accounting principles for budget planning and monitoring of expenditures. • Ability to write funding proposals, preparation of reports and correspondence. • Attend Council Meetings and Committee meetings when required. • Provide the council with monthly reports on band programs and operations. • Strong administrative and computer skills. • Ability to communicate effectively – verbally and written. • Experience working in First Nations communities and culturally sensitive. Qualifications & Experience: • A degree & solid educational background in Business Administration or Management • Demonstrated proposal writing skills • Financial experience & education (accounting skills) • Successful management in a First Nations operation (4-5 years) • Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills How to apply: Please direct any questions and/or your cover letter, resume complete with three references, and a criminal record check to: Quatsino Band Council Attn: Tara Nelson, Executive Assistant 305 Quattishe Rd V0N1K0 Tel: 250.949.6245 Fax: 250.949.6249
Email: taranelson097@gmail.com Mechanic-Full-Time Company: Triport Marine Industry: Construction/ Trades Wage: $18-30/Hr DOE Expiry Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8am Details: Other Requirements: Class 5 or 3 driver's licence, steel toe boots and raingear. Able to start immediately. Qualifications & Experience: Mechanic duties, general maintenance and repair of boats, trailers ect. Experience with hand tools, forklift operation, class 4, class 3 licence would be an asset. Must be physically fit. How to apply: Pleae apply in personto 8000 B Goodspeed Rd. or email resumes to triportmarine@cablerocket.com Attn: Jim Support Worker-Casual Company: Supported Child Development Program Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 - 8am Details: This is a substitute on call position for a Support Workers It has flexible hours and competitive pay. The job entails working with children with extra support needs in the Port Hardy and Port McNeill area. How to apply: Fax : 250.949.8344 Email : sheilaw@nicccs.org Support Worker-Contract Company: North Island Crisis and Counselling Centre Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 - 8am Details: The Supported Child Development Program is seeking a Support Worker(s) to work within a multi-age daycare with 4 children requiring some extra support Pay rate and hours will be based on the developmental needs of each individual child.
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To start as soon as appropriate person(s) are found. Qualifications & Experience: • Understanding of developmental milestones in children • Caring and nurturing • Physically able to keep up to children in a busy environment How to apply: Fax resume to 250 949 8344 or email to sheilaw@nicccs.org Certified Dental Assistant-Casual Company: 'Namgis Dental Clinic Industry: Health Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 - 8am Details: This is an call casual position to cover for our 2 full-time CDA's time off. Some work could be scheduled in advance but some would be short notice. Qualifications & Experience: BC Certified Dental Assistant How to apply: email debbiea@namgis.bc.ca Red Seal Automotive Technician-Full-Time Company: EJ Klassen Industry: Construction/ Trades Wage: Excellent Wage/Benefits Expiry Date: Friday, February 20, 2015 - 8am Details: Full time permanent position at busy GM dealership. Qualifications & Experience: Must be Red Seal Certified Automotive Technician How to apply: Apply in person to Brent Mitchell or Cory Klassen: 9045 Granville St. Port Hardy BC or Phone: 250.949.7442 Experienced Grade Hoe Operator-Full-Time Company: RSD Road Building Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Thursday, February 19, 2015 - 8am Details: Rate of pay to be negotiated based on experience. Camp work, shift 14-7. Fly into camp, boat to work site. Qualifications & Experience: Forestry road construction company requires a skilled grade hoe operator. Experience with building coastal
logging roads mandatory. Level 1 first aid required or course taken within 3 months of hire date. Must have a valid Class 5 drivers license. This position will entail shift work in remote areas (Camp) and work outside in all types of weather. How to apply: Email resume with references to rsdroads@shaw.ca Residential Program Worker-Casual Company: North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society Industry: Social Services Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - 8am Details: The North Island Crisis and Counselling Centre is looking for caring, responsible individuals interested in working with adults in a residential setting. The main responsibilities include providing a supportive home environment for people experiencing mental health and addiction concerns. Day, afternoon and night shifts available. Wanting to add to a wonderful staff team, already in place. Qualifications & Experience: Caring, responsible, likes to cook. Experience working with vulnerable individuals an asset. How to apply: Send resume to Admin. Manager fax to 250 949-8344 email: reception@nicccs.org Deadline for applications is February 16th, 2015 Only those short-listed will be contacted Fishing Guide-Seasonal Company: Leisure Suit Charters Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: Salary+100% of tips Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 - 8am Details: Must know how to fish anchovies for salmon and how to catch and land halibut. We are looking for a long term employee that has a passion for sport fishing. We operate on out of Port McNeill and Port Hardy. At Leisure Suit Charters we are committed to creating a spirit of employee comradeship and providing the best the industry has to offer through competitive wages, land based accommodations, quality uniforms, and top of the line fishing equipment.
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Qualifications & Experience: • SVOP • RCOC • Level I First Aid with the marine endorsement • Marine Emergency Duties 003 • C-tag Certification (preferred but not required) How to apply: Please send resume and cover letter to larry@leisuresuitcharters.com Website: http://leisuresuitcharters.com/ Relief Cook-Full-Time Company: Lewis Point Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Monday, February 16, 2015 - 8am Details: *Preparing, seasoning and cooking of all meals *Maintain high levels of food safety through strong culinary techniques *Ensure cleanliness standards are met throughout the kitchen *Assist the main shift cook in menu planning and grocery order submission Qualifications & Experience: *Red Seal Journeyman Chef Certification an asset *Previous camp experience and asset *Food Safe Certificate *Be able to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift *Be able to work comfortably and maintain high levels of performance during work shift *Level 3 First Aid and asset How to apply: Please forward Cover Letter and Resume, email: office@lemare.ca or fax 250-9564888 BoomMan-Full-Time Company: Lemare Group Industry: Forestry Wage: Union Expiry Date: Monday, February 16, 2015 - 8am Details: Accomodations Provided Qualifications & Experience: *Experienced Coastal Boom man *Minimum 5 years’ experience *Ability to work independently
*Stowing and towing with Dozer and Sidewinder Boats *Boom stick drilling with auger *Sorting Export and Domestic *Valid MED3 Ticket *Valid Drivers’ Licence How to apply: Please fax: 250-956-4888 or email: office@lemare.ca Youth Coordinator-Part-Time Company: Quatsino Band Council Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Monday, February 16, 2015 - 8am Details: Responsible for creating positive programming for youth. The Youth Coordinator is tasked with creating and encouraging relationship building and enhancement of relationships between Quatsino Youth and the Quatsino community. Qualifications & Experience: Current First Aid,Current FoodSafe,Current Driver's licence Excellent communication skills - both verbal and writing Strong Organization skills and excellent time management skills How to apply: Please direct cover letter, resume complete with 3 references and a criminal record check by Wednesday February 11, 2015 4pm to: Quatsino Band Council Attn: G. Elaine Shorty - Band Administrator 305 Quattishe Rd. V0N 1K0 Fax: 250-949-6249 Email: manager@quatsinofn.ca Elder Coodinator-Part-Time Company: Quatsino Band Council Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Monday, February 16, 2015 - 8am Details: Responsible for creating positive programming and workshops for Elders. Successful applicant will create and encourage relationship building and enhancement of relationships between Quatsino Elders, Youth and the Quatsino community. Qualifications & Experience: Current First Aid, Current FoodSafe, Current Driver's licence
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Excellent communication skills - both verbal and writing Strong Organization skills and excellent time management skills For further job details please see attachment. How to apply: Please direct cover letter, resume complete with 3 references and a criminal record check by Wednesday February 11, 2015 4pm to: Quatsino Band Council Attn: G. Elaine Shorty - Band Administrator 305 Quattishe Rd. V0N 1K0 Fax: 250-949-6249 Email: manager@quatsinofn.ca Only those chosen for interviews will be contacted. Robson Bight Marine Warden (Vessel Operator/ Research Observer)-Seasonal Company: Cetus Research & Conservation Society Industry: Other Wage: $15.00/hr Expiry Date: Monday, February 16, 2015 - 8am How to apply: Email: robsonbight@cetussociety.org Website: http://www.ProtectOurWhales.com
BIRTHDAY WISHES/ REQUEST Happy 2nd Birthday to my niece Lacey... Feb 11th and Happy Birthday Valena Feb 17th... Much loves from Jenna Jeffrey Jordan and Vanessa... Thank you ____________________________________________ Happy birthday aunty Mary and Tyrone February 15th Happy birthday Brihanna Jacobson February 13th Happy Birthday David George February 23rd Happy Birthday boots (Lucy George) February 27th. Hope You all enjoy your day love you all from Joanna, Rolando, Tynisha, Mckayla, Tomika and Mitchell _____________________________________________ Birthday wishes to sista Angie Feb 13th bro Derrick Feb 14th brother Vincent and Raiyden on feb 17th Brody Diago & Terrance Jr on feb 24th fr: kevin Val and kids. _____________________________________________ Happy Birthday to Janella Johnny & Gran Kathy Walkus Feb-28th! from Janine and the kids. _____________________________________________ Happy Birthday to Late Bunny, also Happy Birthday to Gran Kathy and Terrance Brown from Janella Johnny ____________________________________________ Special birthday wishes to my oldest grandson Raiyden Walkus Feb 17th, My beautiful baby Angela (Fancy- Face) Wiks Feb 13th, my handsome nephew Darrick Johnny Feb 14th, my great nephews Terrance Brown Jr & Brody carpenter Feb 24th and whoever else is celebrating their birthday in the month of February, this coming out from Lenny & Ethyl Joseph and they're house , hope you all have a good and safe weekend _____________________________________________ Happy Birthday Nevaeh! Feb 15 Love Nan & Eileen _____________________________________________ Happy birthday Aunty Mary George Feb 15th and to my Elder Lucy George Feb 27th ____________________________________________ HBD to Travis Feb 4th, Faya FEB 15th, Brandi, Clarence (Link) & Eleanor FEB 20th, mom Marion FEB 27th, and Aunty Kathy FEB 28th. PAGE 21
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Also, sending Bday wishes heaven bound for our dear cuz Freddy Hanuse on the 20th as well! gone but never forgotten _____________________________________________ Happy 10th birthday nevaeh! Love mom, dad, Tom, & dodie Happy birthday Berbie! Feb.20th Love auntie dodie, Ang, James & family Happiest 1st birthday baby k ! auntie Ang & family _____________________________________________ Happy 72nd Birthday Granny Marion Wamiss We love you granny best wishes ♡ Happy Birthday Aunty Tiffany Henderson Wallace love you Aunty Happy Birthday sis Lucy George love you Happy Birthday Aunty Maggie Joe love you Wishing Aunty Dora Charlie Happy Birthday up in Heaven miss and Love you Aunty. Happy Birthday to my nephew Clarence Charlie love you Feb 20th Special Birthday wish to my Brother Andrew Moses Dawson we love you brother Love from Priscilla Diana Luis Baby Rj Happy Birthday to Susan Hanuse Feb 23rd Happy birthday to my beautiful niece Annie-lee Charlie I love you babe From Aunty Priscilla Diana Luis Baby Rj Feb 27th Wishing you all nothing but the best in the Yrs to come February 27th ♡☆♡☆♡☆ From Priscilla Diana Luis Baby Rj _____________________________________________ Happy birthday to sis Ele Wilson on February 20th. Happy birthday to my birthday pal Shayla Dick, Mom Marion Wamiss, my niece Annie-Lee, Aunty Maggie Joe & cuz Lucy on February 27th. Happy 1st birthday to thee most handsome baby boy Kenneth & Aunty Hot stuff aka Kathy Walkus on February 28th Lots of love Tiffany Charlie & family ____________________________________________ A very Happy Birthday going out to my beautiful mother Betty Walkus February 19th . May you have a wonderful day from all of us in Wuikinuxv! _____________________________________________
_______________________________________________________ Happy 30th Birthday To A Great Father/Bf Andrew Moses We Love You Have A Fantastic Day(: Love Your Kids Tyrese,Neshaun,JohnJon,Starlit-Skye,Harmony,Storm& I Feb 23rd _____________________________________________
WOULD LVE TO SAY TO MY DEAR DAUGHTER RAVENAONCE AGAIN đ&#x;Ž‚ HAPPY đ&#x;Ž‚ BIRTHDAY WISHING YOU A VERY đ&#x;˜‹HAPPY 2015đ&#x;˜‹ AND VERY BEST IN THIS NEW YEAR LOVE YOU MY DEAR AND AS WELL TO MY OTHER BLESSED DAUGHTER ELEANOR ENDA-ANNMAY U HAVE A GREAT DAY đ&#x;Ž‚ LOVE YOU MY DEAR ELEANOR đ&#x;Ž‚ YOUR BOTH GREATEST "GALS" I LOVE DEARLY HAVE A GREAT DAY đ&#x;˜‹RAVENA /ELEANOR
Birthday Wishes from Lou and Elizabeth Walkus Family to the following: Ravena Coon, Lano Walkus, Jenelle Walkus, Loni Anderson, Raymond Bleaney-Walkus, Perrys Charlie, Daniel Charlie Jr., Dominic Walkus, Shayla Walkus-Dick, and Tiffany Charlie. We wish you a very happy birthday and many more. Lots of love from all of us ♼
đ&#x;˜‹WOULD LOVE TO "WISH" MY SIS TIFF AND AUNTY KATHYđ&#x;Ž‚ A VERY SPECIAL HAPPY B/DAY LOVE TO U SPECIAL LADIES HAVE A GREAT BLESS YEAR 2015 AS BEEN SHARED WITH THIS MONTH OF FEB AWESOME HEARTSAS I"D SHARE ANOTHER SPECIAL "WISH" WOULD TAKE THIS MOMENT TO SAY đ&#x;Ž‚ HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR BEAUITFUL NIECE đ&#x;Ž‚ ANGELA đ&#x;Ž‚ WE LOVE U DEAR NIECE HAVE A GREAT DAY !!! GOOD DAY FAMILY/FRIENDS đ&#x;˜‹ WOULD LOVE TO WISH MY DEAR NEPHEW DARRICK .J HAPPY BIRTHDAY đ&#x;Ž‚ N MAY UR DAY BE AS SPECIAL AS U GIVE YOUR GREATEST LOVE TO ALL THAT NEED AS U SHARE THIS SPECIAL DAY HEART FULL OF HAPPY VALENTINE TO ALL HEART LOVE U NEPHEW DARRICK đ&#x;˜‹đ&#x;˜‹
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A wonderful thing to honor my friend and brother (Doug Johnny) ___________________________________________ Special birthday wish to my one nd only son Andrew Moses Dawson love from mama cat also to my beautiful mommy Wamiss love u lots _____________________________________________ Special birthday wish to my one nd only son Andrew Moses Dawson love from mama cat also to my beautiful mommy Wamiss love u lots Feb 17th. ____________________________________________ Happy birthday neveah 15th. Happy birthday to my babiest neph curt on 17th and neph nick 17th happy birthday to Dom on 18th sis heather johnny on 20th happy birthday sis tiff on 27th and happy birthday to the wisest one I know aunty Kathy on 28th. Happy biRthDay toWe sis boots Lee and aunty Marion too. We love you all and pray you all have a blessed day. Loads of love from Andi n me ♥ PAGE 22
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Also: I would like to wish my husband Chris Andrew a very happy Valentine's Day. I don't need jewellery because I know our love is priceless. I don't need flowers because they die - our love won't. And I don't need chocolates to know our love is sweet. All I need is you because you complete me. Love Andrea _________________________________________
Heavenly Birthday wishes to our beautiful mother Darlene A. Walkus Feb. 25th. Miss you mama. ____________________________________________ Special heavenly birthday wishes going up in heaven for my handsome son Victor. Henry . Robert .Walkus Jr aka (Jun-Jun ) February 23rd Gone but never forgotten till we meet again SonShine ,Go rest high ,I truly love and miss you very much _____________________________________________ Happy 14th Anniversary to my Handsome Husband Buddy Lloyd! Love you babe! February 24th. _____________________________________________
FEBRUARY 14,2015 Time 10:00am There will be a Walk to Honour All Woman Past Present & Missing I will start at the Port Hardy welcome sign out of Port Hardy on the highway walking to the one at the water front dress accordingly to the weather ware comfortable foot ware carry water ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN IN CARRY OR WARE SOMETHING TO HONOUR THE SPECIAL WOMAN IN YOUR LIFE XOXOXOX Invite From Richard George
February 13th, 2015 VOTING ON FEB. 23, 2015 – 10:00 – 6:00 AT WAKAS HALL According to the Gwa’sala – ’Nakwaxda’xw Band Trust Agreement, Section 12 (c), “Council shall initially appoint one or two Trustees who are Band Members but not at the time a Councillor of the Band, known as Community Trustees, for a two (2) year appointment. Thereafter, they shall be elected for two (2) year terms by Band Members eligible to vote at General Band Meetings.” The two positions have now ended for the two trustees, Robert Walkus (Gwa’sala) and Lucy Scow (Nakwaxda’xw). The Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Trust Committee have set the dates for nominations and for the vote. Those nominated will decide for whatever position that they are agreeing to run for, either Gwa’sala or Nakwaxda’xw. As per Gwa’sala‘Nakwaxda’xw Election guidelines, you must be a member of the band and you must be 18 years of age to nominate, or to run for a position. Voting will occur on February 23rd, 2015, from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Wakas Hall THE UP-DATED VOTERS’ LIST IS POSTED AT THE BAND OFFICE.
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