YO! News
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Oct 23, 2014
October 24, 2014
Emergency Planning Committee: On Oct. 16, we conducted our first tsunami/exercise drill for our community. It started at 10:16 am with our emergency warning system activated. Emergency committee members (Band, Health staff and community members) went to the Emergency Operations Centre (Band school) or to the Reception Centre (Wakas Hall). Community members who live in the tsunami zone went to the Reception Centre. There were also other community members who don’t live in the tsunami zone in attendance.
3-4 Good Food Box Update
Eke Me Ki School students and staff had also checked into the Reception Centre. The Band School also carried out their drill at the same time.
Job training AD: Technician Training
5-7 Elders update / Marathon run done by Silena George 8-10 Housing Administration update, energy saving! 11-12 Indigenous food system & international food system
13 G-n Bake Sale
14 Girl Guides of Canada 15 Bingo Wakas Hall
16 The FNHA present Winter Wellness Challenge 17 Work BC Women trades day
18 position available: Mental Health outreach worker 20-21 Local Job Posting
22 Birthday Wishes / Requests
Participants were: Community members - 15
North Island college students
Band School - 170 Eke Me Ki School - 26
Reminder:
Elected leaders - 3
Math and FSK 100 Classes are starting at the Ault Education Centre
Band staff - 28 Reporter - 1
Homes in tsunami zone - 6 (some residents were at work or out of town)
Math: Monday and Wednesday 1-4
I met briefly with the EOC staff and explained about the process that was taking place. I then invited them to join me at the Reception Centre, where I gave a brief description on what it would look like in the event of a real disaster. Well done Tsulquate !!!!
FSK 100: Tuesday and Thursday 1-4 Please see Danita at the adult education Centre if you have not had your assessment done yet.
For more information contact Bob 250-230-0087
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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)
Phone: (250) 949-8343 / Fax: (250) 949-7402 Dillan 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
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
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
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
Bob Swain, Public Works
bswain4@telus.net / Cell: (250) 230-0087 Michelle Beaulieu, Food security & Nutrition coordinator michellehelenbeaulieu@hotmail.com / (250) 949-0144 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
Darryl Coon: (250) 230-0360
Housing Portfolio
Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459
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Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca Eke Me-Xi School
(250) 949 - 8332
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Elders update: Yo wiksas! This month has been very busy. So busy I almost wish there were two of me! Could you imagine?? Here is what the Elder's Program looked like for the last little while: We had Thanksgiving lunch with some of the Quatsno Elders. This was a nice get together for everyone. We had about 25 Elders all together. Thank you so much to Tammy Hunt, Liz Cadwallader, Chelsey Walkus & Richard George (helped with the turkey). These lovely people helped make this day happen. We all pitched in and made a wonderful Thanksgiving meal for everyone to share.
The Elder`s Council has been meeting every Friday as per usual. Thank you to for your hard work and commitment to your Elders! You are doing awesome.
As you all may already know, I drove granny Sarah & Richard down to Courtney for her cataracts removed. We left Sunday Oct. 19 and returned Tuesday evening of Oct. 21. I must say she did very well with the whole thing. From travelling to the procedure itself. We are all glad she was finally able to have the procedure done as she had missed several attempts in the last year. i will be taking her back down Tuesday Oct. 28 for a check up appointment and other matters. We will then return Wednesday Oct. 29. Speaking of Oct. 29, there is a FNHA workshop in Fort Rupert that day. I am more than happy to bring any Elders out to attend once I return home with granny Sarah. I will send a notice out when I know a little more.
While I was away that Monday, I arranged for Chelsey & Liz to take charge of Elder's Fun Day. They did an amazing job with the meal they had provided. It was a shame to see only 4 of our 50 some odd Elders show up. What can we do to make you Elders be more involved? What do you like? What don't you like? PAGE 5
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This being asked, the Elder's Council will be forming a policy to where if you wish to participate in any sort of field trips or Christmas activities, attendance will be mandatory. So just a heads up for all of you that haven't been making any activities lately. So I hope to be seeing a lot more of you with in the next month.
The Quatsino Elders invited our Elders out to their community for lunch on Wed. Oct. 22. We only had 6 of our Elders come and join us. Thank you to those of you that have continued to attend activities on a regular basis. If it wasn't for you all, we would not have a program
Please come G&N Elders to our Halloween Party Oct. 31 starting @ 12pm with great food, games, costumes & prizes! You get a little something extra if you make sure one of your Elder friends come too! The more the merrier right! Quatsino Elders have been invited as well. This is going to be huge! Volunteers are most welcome. Well that's the Elder's Program update.... in a nutshell. Have a great weekend! Silena George, Elder`s Coordinator
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Hey everyone! I am not sure if you all have heard... but you know all those days you see me running? Well, it turns out I am not only a runner, but a 1/2 marathoner! Yes I ran a 1/2 marathon, 21km, in Victoria Thanksgiving weekend (Oct. 12/14) along with my friend, Ferrin Willie. We also had Kaleb Child & Dianne Harris do the full marathon, which is 42km! Way to go everyone! Weowwwwwww! I have never ran 21km in my life. I had doubts about being ready and going. Thankfully my running buddy pushed me to just go for it. I did and well.... I DID IT! I ran the entire course without stopping in 2hrs & 19mins! 11mins faster than I had estimated! :D Here are some photos
I would like to thank the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Elders for sponsoring me some gas to drive all the way to Victoria! That was super generous of you guys! I am pleased to announce I will be attending another run this Sunday Oct. 26 in Vancouver! I have yet to register but i will be leaving tomorrow and will return Monday evening! Wish me loads of luck. Have a fantastic weekend everyone! Silena
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Calling for Donations!!
Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw School
DO YOU LIKE TO BAKE? PLEASE SUPPORT THE GRADE 2/3 TRIP TO CAMP HOMEWOOD!!! WE ARE HAVING A BAKE SALE ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28TH DONATIONS WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!! THIS WILL BE OUR FIRST FUNRAISER. WE ARE WORKING TOWARDS RAISING ENOUGH MONEY TO GO TO CAMP HOMEWOODE. GILAKASLA!!
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Girl Guides of Canada Accepting grade 2-3 & 4. If there are a couple girls interested. Girl Guids is for one hour every Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm at the Port Hardy Secondary school. Applications For registrsation forms, leader + Volunteer forms will be at the Band office you can fill them out and bring them with the girls on Wednesday evening. Thank you
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Position Available: Mental Health Outreach Worker Department/Program: Supervisor (s): Employment Status:
Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Child & Family Services Case Manager, Director of Child & Family Services Part-time, Permanent
Job Function/Purpose: The Mental Health Outreach Worker is responsible for connecting with high risk community members to assist them to access support services, as well as coordinating suicide responses for community members of all ages, and other community crises, and arranging for follow up supports. Duties:
Maintain a caseload of high risk individuals to be in close contact with. Monitor well-being and assist to access services as appropriate. Coordinate responses to suicide concerns, using approved intervention and assessment methods; Ensure immediate responses to high risk crises; Coordinate follow up services to individuals and families experiencing suicide concerns or other crises; Assist community members experiencing mental health issues to access appropriate mental health services; Provide referrals to support services for community members experiencing mental health crises (including suicide concerns); Organize Prevention and Promotion activities, such as workshops; Provide mental health counselling services in an effective, professional and courteous manner; Promote community awareness of mental health programs and services; Liaise with other agencies/services to provide mental health services (e.g. VIHA Mental Health/Addictions, CYMH, Probation, etc.) Advocate for community members around mental health issues with agencies and organizations such as MCFD, RCMP, Schools, Probation, etc.; Act as a strong team member in intake, case management and crisis intervention systems; Complete accurate and confidential records of all activities; Adhere to all approved standards, policies and procedures; Complete accurate and timely reports on all activities; Ensure services are delivered in a culturally appropriate and safe manner;
3. Job Qualifications/Employment Requirements:
Degree, certificate, or diploma from a recognized post-secondary training program in counselling (e.g. Certification as a level II Counsellor and/or Family and Youth Counselling Certificate) - please provide copy with resume Completed training in Suicide Intervention (Prefer ASCIRT or ASIST) - Please provide copy with resume Valid Driver's Licence & reliable transportation Ability to exercise sound judgement in setting priorities and dealing with confidential and sensitive issues; Demonstrated problem solving skills; Excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism and integrity; Excellent verbal and written communication skills (minimum Grade 12 English skills); Excellent Microsoft Office computer skills. Knowledge of mental health, substance abuse and skills in prevention Knowledge of positive family systems and cultural practices Experience with the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw community and surrounding communities; Three years experience in community based health/social service programs; Experience living healthy lifestyle as a role model.
Submit resumes to: Dean Wilson, Director of Child & Family Services At: Health & Family Services Building, by fax: (250) 949-6811, or email: deanwilson@telus.net Written resumes & cover letters MUST be submitted no later than 4:30 pm on October 30, 2014
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YO! JOB TRAINING AD GIS Technician Training Natural Resources Department Band Office Wage:
$12/hr to start
Deadline to Apply:
November 20th, 2014
Schedule:
35 hrs/week, one-year term (part-time hours may be considered)
Description: Training will be provided on a one-on-one basis to an individual interested in learning Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial data management. We aim to mentor a Band member in building the skills necessary to support staff in the Natural Resources office and elsewhere in spatial data management, map-making, and data/information queries. Projects are likely to involve managing and collecting data for traditional use studies (TUS) and general mapping of data in the Territory. The majority of the work will be office-based. Experience: Experience in PC computers and basic Windows software programs and commands (eg. Opening and closing windows, cut/copy/paste, etc). Ability to trouble-shoot computer problems and a working knowledge of spreadsheets are key assets, but will train the right person. HOW TO APPLY: Bring cover letter and resume to Erin Latham in the Natural Resources Dept of the Band office. Feel free to come in and ask questions before applying if interested. Applicants will be contacted for interviews. Introduction to Erin Hi everyone! My name is Erin Latham and I have just started in the Natural Resources department at the Band office! I’m a PhD candidate from the Geography department at the University of Victoria. I just moved this spring from Alert Bay, and before that was Victoria. I’ve moved around a fair bit, but I’m very happy to be in Port Hardy, and my dog Bodhi seems to love it too! My research involves learning about aquaculture and the various influences that effect its development, and how these effect First Nation’s opportunities to engage both in the industry and its management institutions. Quite a mouthful, I know! The research goals harmonize well with the research goals of the community, and the GNN has outlined specific community-based objectives and outcomes that will involve us talking to community members and other local people about aquaculture. I am fortunate to bring my own research funding, and so you might consider me as an ‘unofficial’ Staff Member at the Band office. Also while I’m here, and when I’m not reading about aquaculture or discussing aquaculture, I will be providing staff support to the Natural Resources department primarily through my geographic information systems (GIS) skills. I will be developing a GIS mentoring program specifically for the GNN which I consider to be more fun than work! I’m looking forward to working with community members of all ages and finding opportunities to teach and learn about the exciting world of GIS and maps! I want to thank you all for welcoming me into your community. I’m grateful to be working here and I look forward to meeting everyone! I am in the Natural Resource office. Feel free to drop by anytime. You can also reach me by email or phone: els.latham@gmail.com, and (250) 902-0550.
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LOCAL JOB POSTING
passengers/cargo from airport to float dock. Fuelling Pacific Coastal and other retail aircrafts.
Night Shift Production Assistant-Seasonal Company: The Hive Mediaworks Wage: $125/day + Expiry Date: Monday, November 3, 2014 - 8am Details: Seeking a diligent and responsible individual to work with a television production crew locally in the Port Hardy / Coal Harbor region. Individual will be responsible for covering night shift of safety monitoring and alert response for individuals working in the field, including facilitating response protocol in the case of emergency.
The Ramp / Cargo/Fuel attendant is responsible for ensuring that all customer interactions are treated with a high degree of customer service. In addition, those customer possessions are handled with care and concern, while ensuring a professional and safe work environment for all customers and personnel. Qualifications & Experience: Experience in customer service, warehousing and shipping/receiving Must have effective customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle stressful situations. Also, must ensure paperwork is in order and submitted on time. Must have minimum Class 5 driver licence Able to provide driver's abstract Effective oral and written communication skills Basic math skills Work well without supervision Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and able to assist passengers on and off aircraft Able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions How to apply: Email resume to: claudia@pacificcoastal.com
Supplemental interest and ability in digital media management and post production may allow for additional growth of responsibilities to include organizing and logging of shot footage and related tasks. Compensation commensurate with experience. Job duration TBD, with initial trial period of 1-2 weeks. Qualifications & Experience: Valid drivers license with clean driving record and own transportation to/from shift required. Minimum basic computer skills also required. 21+ strongly preferred. Night shift experience, digital media skills, and/or dispatch, security, or emergency response experience also helpful, though not required. How to apply: Email Gina with cover letter and resume at regina.scott@leftfieldpictures.com, or call 778-838-4369 Automotive Sales Consultant-Full-Time Company: Dave Landon Motors Ltd Wage: Commission plus Salary Expiry Date: Monday, November 3, 2014 - 8am How to apply: By email to dlsales@telus.net Ramp / Cargo / Fuel Attendant-Full-Time Company: Pacific Coastal Airlines Wage: $12.98hr Expiry Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014 - 9am Details: This is a permanent part time position. The Ramp / Cargo/Fuel attendant attends to all activities associated with the ramp, cargo, baggage, fuelling and operation of company ground equipment. This includes but is not limited to shipping/receiving of cargo, baggage loading/unloading, marshaling of aircraft, towing of aircraft, aircraft grooming and operation of ground equipment.Transporting
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Member Service Representative-Part-Time Company: Coastal Community Credit Union Wage: Excellent Wage Expiry Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014 - 9am Details: Coastal Community Credit Union, with 23 branches and 15 insurance agencies, is a progressive organization dedicated to providing unsurpassed service to our members, clients, and communities. Coastal Community Credit Union, the largest credit union based on Vancouver Island, delivers a wide range of innovative financial products and services. Serving approximately 80,000 members and clients, our vibrant and fast-growing organization is a Top Employer in Canada and is seeking to fill the position of Member Service Representative. This position will provide support to the Port McNeill branch when required. Primary Responsibility / Basic Purpose:Under direct supervision, process a variety of financial and nonfinancial transactions for members within the guidelines established. Coastal Community Credit Union strives “to be the leaders in building relationships that improve financial health, enrich
people’s lives and build healthier communities". It is the responsibility of the Member Service Representative to carry our vision forward in order to build, maintain, attract, and expand the members' relationship with the Credit Union. Representative Duties: 1.Accurately process a variety of transactions to meet the needs of our members 2.Inform members of new services and changes to existing services and encourage members to utilize same 3.Answer telephone inquiries 4.Provide members access into safety deposit boxes 5.End of day processing and balancing to be completed in a timely manner as per established procedures 6.Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience: Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: - Required: Typing 40 wpm, computer terminology, familiarity with Windows (including Word and Excel spreadsheet applications). - The incumbent must enjoy dealing with the public, have good communication skills and the ability to articulate in a clear, concise manner, and be professional in appearance. Qualifications :This is an entry level position requiring a secondary school diploma with academic emphasis plus one year post secondary education with up to one year of work experience in a sales and service environment. How to apply: If you have demonstrated customer service experience and a strong desire to work for a local community co-operative, we invite you to apply online at https://www.cccu.ca/Personal/AboutUs/Careers/ Log Scaler-Full-Time Company: Laurand Ent. Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 - 9am Details: A Licenced Coastal Log Scaler is needed for a camp job working 14/7 Qualifications & Experience: Metric and Scribner experience is required. How to apply: Email resume to p.getz@hotmail.com with current references Driller/Blaster-Full-Time Company: RSD Road Building Wage: TBD
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Expiry Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 - 9am 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 driller/blaster. Must have experience operating hoe drills and tank drills. Must have valid WorkSafe BC blasting ticket. Level 1 first aid required or course taken within 3 months of hire date. Must have a valid Class 5 drivers licence. 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 Front Desk Agent-Part-Time Company: Quarterdeck Inn Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 - 9am Details: This position is primarily weekends, and some on call shifts as needed. Qualifications & Experience: Superior customer service skills are mandatory. Must be able to multitask, and have basic computer knowledge. You are a team-player with a positive attitude, organized, reliable, able to work a range of shifts, including nights and weekends. How to apply: In person with resume and cover letter 6555 Hardy Bay Rd, Port Hardy, BC, email info@quarterdeckresort.net or fax 250.902.0454 No phone calls please. RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER (Houseparent)Casual Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 - 9am Details: The main responsibilities include providing a supportive home environment for people experiencing mental health and addiction concerns. Day, afternoon and night shifts available. Qualifications & Experience: Looking for caring compassionate individuals wanting to work with adults in a residential setting This is presently a casual position filling in for staff holiday relief etc. but will possibly work into a permanent part-time position in the near future. Wanting to add to a wonderful staff team, already in place. How to apply: In person at NICCCS email:reception@nicccs.org FAX: 250 949-8333
BIRTHDAY/ REQUESTS
Wishing my mother Sadie Clayton & sister Rena Clayton a Very Happy Belated Birthday!! I hope you both had a wonderful day. We all love you <3 From: Bernadine & Brandon and the kids ====================================
Dr. Clayton Reynolds will be at the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Health and Family Services building Tuesday, November 4, 2014 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Diabetes
I work on Computers & Repair at my home for more. For more info phone or text me at (250) 902 – 7857 John Wallace. _______________________________________
Please call Andrea at 250-902-2275 to book an appointment with him. He can answer your questions about diabetes. _____________________________________
Lou and Elizabeth Walkus' Family would like to wish the following a very happy birthday: Maddison Walkus, Colleen Walkus, Darryl Coon Jr., Caroline J. Walkus, Geoffrey Anderson, and Harvey Dick. Love you all! Have a great day. Also Happy Birthday Ezra Walkus Andrea Walkus ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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November 2, 2014- 2:00 am Clocks are turned backwards 1 hour.