BIG HOUSE UPDATE
On February 21st a Big House Committee meeting took place at the Elders Centre to review the Big House update provided by Colleen with assistance from Conrad. In addition, the group met to select a master carver to oversee the carving of the house posts and beams for our future Big House. Three parties had submitted an expression of interest (EOI) and interviewed for the project. After much consideration, master carver Bill Henderson was selected.
Bill comes to our community with much experience; he has carved upwards of 50 totem poles, and was trained by his father, the late Sam Henderson. In addition, Bill’s assistant, Jr. Henderson, (son of late Dan Henderson) will work closely with carvers of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw, Gwa’sala ‘Nakwaxda’xw, including youth, to provide an opportunity for each ch to utilize their skills and contribute to the completion of our Big House.
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Over the past number of months Chief and Council, together with the Economic Development and Treaty Team met with various sources and succeeded in acquiring funds to cover all of the necessary house post and beam carving costs. Ongoing efforts are in place to secure full funding to cover costs of the actual construction of the Big House including lot prep, construction materials and crew. It is hoped all necessary funds will be secured and full construction will begin by early this coming summer.
In the coming months our construction crew will ready the net shed for the carvers to carve in. The foundation will be reinforced; lighting will be improved along with flooring and heating. The house posts to be replicated are already in the net loft and the new logs to be carved will be brought in from the log storage based at Pt. McNeill. Those large timbers were blessed at a special ceremony led by Hereditary Chief Tom Henderson on the hillside where they grew in our homelands of Seymour Inlet. They will be blessed again prior to actual debarking and carving. There will also be a blessing of the land where the Big House will be located.
It is with great excitement and relief that we will finally fulfill our long held dream of a Gwa’sala‘Nakwaxda’xw Big House. All of the carving will begin soon; April is targeted for the start date. Blessings will take place.
Community members: Please watch for notifications to be posted for carvers, construction crew and caterers for feasts associated with the blessings.
Gila’kasla to all who have worked and united to get us this far!
Article prepared by Colleen Hemphill, Chief Negotiator, GN Treaty. March 9, 2017
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TREATY NEGOTIATORCOMMENTS
A goal of our negotiations isself-determination.We will not continue to live and continued poverty under the Indian Act.
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Currently, the Indian Act is the law that governs us. It and all the restrictive provisions within were developed and implemented almost 150 years ago by a new Canadian government who had never even seen the GN Nations. These people wanted full control of our lands and all of the rich resources therein. They saw our nations people as enemies that needed to be controlled. The Indian Act,(laws formedunder the British North American act, which controlled all of Canada), was used to outlaw our language and culture.The Indian Act created residential schools used to remove our children from their families and try to reform them into ‘good little’ citizens who only spoke english and did things the english way. Freedom to access our own fishery, forests, clams, animals for food, ducks, etc. was outlawed and replaced with restrictive licenses and imposed fishing areas. Imprisonment was in place for those who disobeyed the Indian Act. The potlatch, the core of our government, our culture and traditions was outlawed and replaced by laws of the Indian Act. Band Councils were formed to replace our traditional decision makers in the Big House.
Control and systematic poverty continues today as we fight governments that continually support systems that remove our children from our homes through MFCD. We continue to be restricted with imposed laws in our lands. As often stated by Hitlamas, “ We can’t even go catch a fish without having to get a license to operate the boat, a license to fish our own fish, and the list goes on.”
Our leadershiptries to find ways to regain control of our lives through methodsthat respect families, elders, youth, culture and traditions.Slowly, we are making progress. We have our own schools, economic development initiatives, and housing projects. We are regaining access to the homelands through our natural resources initiatives, water taxis and negotiations. Capacity building is happening as community members train and gain new skills in new trades and other areas of expertise.
In addition to the above, at the treaty table we continue to push for access to our traditional lands with boats to take us to our village and fishing sites. We negotiateto reclaim our own lifeways toteach our young how to harvest foods, live off the land/seas and to speak to each other using our own languages. Through treaty negotiations we seek to repatriate/re-matriate our villageswith houses, buildings, walkways, and infrastructure to provide for alife in our homelands for those interested.
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We have been at the negotiation table with governments for a very long time – more than 20 years to get to the end of the fourth of the six-stage process. In 2015 we received a first ‘land and cash offer’ from the government of Canada and BC. You, our community at that treaty meeting found this offer unacceptable and said so. The treaty negotiations team responded with strong demands for another offer that will address our needs. In addition to the above, for the next government ‘offer’ wedemand an apology for wrongs that were committed by governments in the years gone by. We express the urgent need for adequate housing, health and social development processes, as well as full access to our fish, wildlife, and forests. We want adequate infrastructure and transportation to our homelands, revival of our language, culture and heritage, our own laws, education and training, economic development and resource revenue sharing. We want management in our lands, as well as expansion of Tsulquate to meet our growing community needs.
Canadians celebrate this countries 150th birthday, for the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw, it has been a long struggle and effort to remain a whole and strong people through the many atrocities. There are new laws resulting from court cases and successful international efforts achieved by our regional and national indigenous leaders. Here at home, our leaders have made choices and decisions that have been a benefit to all of us. Our elders and families have suffered and continue their struggle to get through a day. We need to remember and acknowledge the suffering and the strength.
Maybe we do not feel strongly about the 150th Canada birthday, but we should be thankful for our peoples’ resilience that sees us through each day as we seek a brighter future for our children. This is the path to self-determination.
Written by Colleen Hemphill, Chief Negotiator, Gwa’sala -‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations March 10, 2017
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Celebrating 150 Years of What?
Self-determination is a central goal of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw treaty negotiations. The Indian Act the law that governs every aspect of our lives – keeps us in poverty. That law, and all the restrictive provisions within it, were developed and implemented almost 150 years ago by a Canadian government which knew nothing about our Nations and cared even less. The colonizers wanted full control of our lands and all the rich resources therein and this was the tool they used. They saw our people as enemies who needed to be controlled or eliminated. Created under the British North American act which controlled all of Canada, the Indian Act outlawed our language and culture. It created the residential schools to remove our children from their families and reform them into “good little citizens” who only spoke English and did things the English way. It was designed to render us powerless. Selfdetermination will move us out from under that repressive law. Currently, the freedom to access the resources that sustained us for thousands of years - fish, forests, clams, animals, ducks, and more - has been replaced by restrictive licensing and regulated access to harvesting. As often stated by Hitlamas, “We can't even go fishing without having a license to operate the boat, without having a license to catch our own fish, and the list goes on.” Imprisonment has been the outcome for anyone who disobeyed the Indian Act. The potlatch - the core of our government, our beliefs, our culture and traditions - was outlawed and replaced by laws meant to diminish us. Elected “Band Councils” replaced our traditional leadership in the Big House. Inadequate funding and poorly administered social programs replaced our rich independence. Systematic poverty continues today as we fight governments that still support the routine removal of our children from our homes through MFCD. Our leadership works hard to regain control of our lives in ways that respect our culture, and traditions, our families, elders, and youth. Slowly, we are making progress. We have our own schools, our own economic development initiatives, our own housing projects. We are regaining access to the homelands through our natural resource initiatives, water taxis and negotiations. Community members train and gain new skills in industrial trades and other areas of expertise, helping regain the capacity to govern ourselves. Soon we will have our own Bighouse here in Tsulquate to once again practice our ancient traditions in a sacred place. The treaty team seeks ways to support those who want to live again in our villages and rebuild the homes, walkways, and infrastructure we once enjoyed. We push for access to our traditional lands, the boats to take us to our villages and fishing sites. We negotiate to reclaim our way of life, to teach our young how to harvest food, to live off the lands and seas, and to speak to each other in our own language. We have been at the negotiation table for more than twenty years, and have only now reached the end of the fourth of the six-stage process. While Canada and BC have made it a painfully slow process in 2015 we finally received the first ‘land and cash offer.’ You, the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw community, found their offer insulting and unacceptable and we told the governments so. We responded with a
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renewed demand for a better offer, one that properly and respectfully addresses our needs. In addition we are demanding an apology for the wrongs committed by government – wrongs that continue to this day. We stress the urgent need for adequate housing, for health and social development processes, for full access to our fish, our wildlife, and our forests. We demand adequate infrastructure and transportation to our homelands, revival of our language, culture and heritage, our own laws, education and training, economic development and resource revenue sharing. We want management over our lands, as well as expansion of Tsulquate to meet the growing needs of our vibrant community. This year, while other Canadians enjoy Canada's 150th birthday party, the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw will remember the many atrocities and the long struggle to survive. But we have indeed survived there has been progress. We have won court cases and international support and recognition achieved by regional and national indigenous leaders. Here at home, our own leaders have made choices and decisions that have benefited all of us. Still, our elders and families have suffered, and many continue their struggle to get through each day. We need to remember them and acknowledge their suffering and their strength. While we may not feel like celebrating the 150th birthday of Canada we can gratefully acknowledge the profound resilience of our people as we seek a brighter future for our children. This is the path to self-determination.
Written March 10, 2017 by Colleen Hemphill, Chief Negotiator, Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations Treaty Office
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Yo wiksas? I hope that everyone is well. We missed one event in the last newsletter: The paramedics from the ambulance centre came and did a neat presentation for the Elders at their luncheon. The elders really enjoyed it. The paramedics did a role play and gave everyone a tour of the ambulance. This presentation helped the elders understand that is it ok to call 911 and not to be afraid. Thank you Nat & Salla for collaborating with myself in setting this up. The Elder's Program has been steadily catering and keeping busy. Luncheons every week have been going very well. We have had an average of 25 coming every Wednesday. That is fantastic. I was fortunate to have been given the opportunity to attend 2 training workshops March 6-10 in Campbell River on Restorative Justice & Peacemaking cirlce training. What is Restorative Justice? a system of criminal justice that focuses on the rehabilitation of offenders through reconciliation with victims and the community at large. Meaning: this is an alternate to going to court for some cases that qualify. It also involves the community when it comes to consequences and deciding what would be appropriate. Peacemaking circles are a way to debrief after a traumatic event, or heal from a crime, celebrate, repair relationships, share, and it is a safe place to do all of the above. Once I have completed today, I will be certified in both Restorative Justice & Peacemaking cirlce facilitating. I am excited to bring this back to our community and implement it at home and at work. We have 2 other members taking the training as well: Agnes Wallace (elder) & Richard George. Congratulations to the both of you! I hope you have enjoy the weekend. We will have notice of what is planned for next week. Stay warm. Gilakasla Silena George Elder's Program Administrator (250) 949 7406 Silena1314@gmail.com
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LOCAL JOB POSTING Retail Purchasing/ Merchandising/ Marketing Full-Time Company:Cafe Guido Industry:Retail & Wholesale Wage:DOE Expiry Date:Wednesday, March 22, 2017 - 9am Details:Duties include research, communication, order follow-up, pricing, promotions, etc. Qualifications & Experience:Experience with retail purchasing, merchandising and marketing Looking for an enthusiastic & competent individual who is flexible and adaptable How to apply:e-mail: davidakhudson@yahoo.ca Website:http://cafeguido.com Play Group Facilitator - Part-Time Industry:Education Wage:$18.00-19.57\hr Expiry Date:Tuesday, March 21, 2017 - 9am Qualifications & Experience:Experience working with Infants/Toddler and families. Understanding of developmental stages. Experience with group facilitation. How to apply:Please send resume with references to Leighann Ruel, Infant Development Program Coordinator at: leighannr@nicccs.org Office/Finance Administrator - Full-Time Industry:Social Services Expiry Date:Monday, March 20, 2017 - 9am Details:Under the supervision of the Executive Director, Office/Finance Administrator will be responsible for warm greetings and supportive guidance and ensuring effective administration of office systems and financial systems of Sacred Wolf Friendship Centre on a full-time basis. For a complete list of duties please see the attached PDF. Qualifications & Experience: -Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Certificate with significant experience in financial administration and/or book keeping management and strong references -Experience in public communication to complete financial presentations at Annual General Meetings -Ability to understand and communicate effectively and efficiently with staff and auditing firms -Knowledge and understanding of the local First Nations and indigenous culture -Warm, nonjudgmental, patient, self sufficient, assertive and adaptable and reliable -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
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How to apply: Please submit resume by March 17, 2017 at 4:30pm to: Janet Hanuse Executive Director PO Box 2041 Email: edswfc@telus.net Noon Hour Supervisor I - Contract Company:School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North) Industry:Education Wage:$21.67/ hr Expiry Date:Monday, March 20, 2017 - 9am Qualifications & Experience:Further information regarding job scope, duties and responsibilities, and qualifications, please go to our website at link below: How to apply: Interested applicants should submit a résumé, transcripts, and an CUPE Application form by copy and pasting the following: http://sd85-websrv2012.sd85.bc.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2015/05/ApplicationFormCUPESept08.pdf and quote the appropriate posting number(s). Please direct your resume and application form to: John Martin, Secretary Treasurer, School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North), 6975 Rupert Street, PO Box 90, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0, Or faxed to: 250.949.8792, or emailed to: jmartin@sd85.bc.ca School District No. 85 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Website:http://www.sd85.bc.ca/?page_id=2046 Education Assistant I - Contract Company:School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North) Industry:Education Wage:$25.96 /hr Expiry Date:Monday, March 20, 2017 - 9am Qualifications & Experience:Major Duties and requirements are in the attached job description in the PDF file below How to apply:Further information regarding job scope, duties and responsibilities, and qualifications, please go to our website at this link: http://www.sd85.bc.ca/?page_id=2046 Interested applicants should submit a résumé, transcripts, and an CUPE Application form located by copying and pasting the following http://sd85websrv2012.sd85.bc.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2015/05/ApplicationFormCUPESept08.pdf and quote the appropriate posting number(s).
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Please direct your resume and application form to: John Martin, Secretary Treasurer, School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North), 6975 Rupert Street, PO Box 90, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0, Or faxed to: 250.949.8792, or emailed to: jmartin@sd85.bc.ca Education Assistant I - CUPE Posting #13 School District No. 85 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Website:http://www.sd85.bc.ca/?page_id=2046 Truck Driver/Crane Operator - Seasonal Company:West Coast Marine Bio-Processing Industry:Manufacturing & Utilities Wage:Negotiable Expiry Date:Monday, March 20, 2017 - 9am Details: Driving a Ford F750 flatdeck truck, operating crane to offload kelp from our harvest vessels and delivering to our processing plant in the Tacan Industrial Site. Preparing and loading totes at our processing facility Transporting goods and equipment to and from our other warehouse Transportation to and from the plant required. Safety toed footwear and raingear required Posting opened until March 17. Employment for successful candidate to start in late March-early April Qualifications & Experience: Requires a Class 5 driver's licence with a clean abstract Requires a Level A Fulford Certification for folding boom crane under 10 tonnes Forkift operator's ticket and/or experience would be an asset How to apply: E-mail cover letter and resume to production@marinebioprocessing.com or drop off at the Port Hardy NIEFS office Website:http://www.marinebioprocessing.com Supervisor - Full-Time Company:Sporty Bar & Grill Industry:Tourism/ Hospitality Wage:DOE Expiry Date:Monday, March 20, 2017 - 9am Details: Front of House Supervisor This is a hands-on working position. The Supervisor must be able to represent the manager on his days off. Qualifications & Experience: Successful applicant must have many years of experience in a busy environment. Must be able to train and supervise servers and bartenders and help on the kitchen-pass. Must be able to provide excellent customer service, and to work on weekends and evenings. We expect
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good knowledge of POS systems (Squirrel or Micros), Microsoft Office and social media. Only short listed candidates with a few years of experience will be contacted. How to apply: per email: sportybar@telus.net per mail: 8700 Hastings St., Box 113, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 or drop off resume at the Pub Website: http://www.sportybar.ca Refrigeration Operator - Seasonal Company:Keltic Seafoods Ltd Industry:Aquaculture Wage:TBD Expiry Date:Friday, March 17, 2017 - 9am Details: Performance expectations include but are not limited to: • Maintenance of refrigeration compressors and all auxiliary equipment according to manufacturer, regulatory act, and CSA B51 & 52 requirements. • Compliance to the Safety Standards, and other acts guiding the operation of refrigeration systems • Compliance to WorkSafe BC regulations including daily workplace hazard identification and correction, and wearing of mandated PPE • General maintenance of other equipment as required by the Company • Daily log book documentation meeting BC Safety Authority, and Insurance Underwriter standards, • Precise and specific maintenance activity documentation • Professional & respectful communications in all forms • Attendance to monthly engineering meetings when called Qualifications & Experience: • BC Certification as a Refrigeration Plant Operator or equivalent • Self-starter and able to work independently • Experience in anhydrous Ammonia refrigeration systems How to apply: Those interested in this position please send resume and wage expectations to Keltic Seafoods Human Resource Department at the address below by 4.00 PM, March 14th 2016 Human Resource Manager Keltic Seafoods PO Box 1559, Port Hardy, BC, Canada V0N 2P0 Phone: 250-949-2973 Fax: 250-949-8825 Email: HR@kelticseafoods.com Website:http://www.kelticseafoods.com
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Shipper Receiver - Seasonal Company:Keltic Seafoods Ltd Industry:Aquaculture Wage:TBD Expiry Date:Tuesday, March 14, 2017 - 9am Details: • Safe forklift operation to load and offload trucks and tractor trailers • Safe forklift operation moving pallets and totes around the process plant • Safe operation of hand hydraulic pallet/tote movers • Accurate tally accounting and labeling of received shipments • Accurate tally accounting and labeling of shipped product • Timely filing of shipping and receiving reports • Coordinated and efficient transferring of product within the workplace • Assignment to other duties as required by the Company Qualifications & Experience: • Valid Class 5 driver's licence • Experience operating a forklift in a wharehouse environment • Inventory control experience • Refrigeration safety awareness course • Occupational First Aid certification an asset but not necessary
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies • Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues • Perform receptionist duties when needed Qualifications & Experience: • Proven experience as an office assistant • Working knowledge of office equipment • Thorough understanding of office management procedures • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency in MS Office including Excel. How to apply: Those interested in this position please send resume and wage expectations to Keltic Seafoods Human Resource Department at the address below Human Resource Manager Keltic Seafoods PO Box 1559, Port Hardy, BC, Canada V0N 2P0 Phone: 250.949.2973 Fax: 250.949.8825 Email: HR@kelticseafoods.com Website:http://www.kelticseafoods.com
How to apply: Those interested in this position may apply to Keltic Seafoods Human Resource Department at the address below. Preference will be given to qualified internal applicants. Human Resource Manager Keltic Seafoods PO Box 1559, Port Hardy, BC, Canada V0N 2P0 Phone: 250.949.8088 Fax: 250.949.8825 Email: hr@kelticseafoods.com Website:http://www.kelticseafoods.com Office Assistant - Seasonal Company:Keltic Seafoods Ltd Industry:Aquaculture Wage:DOE Expiry Date:Tuesday, March 14, 2017 - 9am Details: • Organization of office processes and assist staff associates in ways that optimize procedures • Sorting and distribution of communications in a timely manner • Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information • Schedule and plan meetings and appointments • Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages • Assist in the resolve of computer malfunctions
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Birthday Wishes and Quests Donna A. Williams Wishing my Mr. Wilfred Williams a very Happy 16 anniversary. love you so much babe. March 10. ❤ _____________________________________________ Cara Nellie Louis Happy 1ST Birthday to baby Rita Anderson-Nelson Nelson on march 9th love from Aunty Cara, Uncle Johnny, your brothers Daniel, Levi and Jacob _____________________________________________ Charlotte Dubitski Happy birthday to my beautiful sister Kathleen dubitski Williams I love u so much sis ❤ ❤ ❤ march . 29 th
Melanie Cassanda wishing my godson gf a very happy belated ed birthday . love you much gf and wishing my other bigboy haiden a very happy birthday.. love you always.. love mommy mel and wishing the big baby a very happy birthday march 25th.. and a happy birthday to harvey _____________________________________________ Daisy Coon Good Day F/F.. Would Love To Say ... As The Weather Is Coming Dwn With ❄ SNOW ❄ .. As I See On FB.. We Complain About How the Weather Is ?? as We go through Life In So So Many Different Moods ...As we see The Sun ☀ As it Shines N makes us feel So Good ... ..The warmth of the Weather .. As we Feel the Sun Shines From Within Our Hearts ... And The Rain .. its wet n cold .. n sometimes "Warm" Jst as we share our .. The feeling from within.. The tears are warm.. N releasing from within.. n we Feel Great .. The Storm .. We struggle from the Storm ..Not Known the Unknown??
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tho In Life .. We struggle through Life .. Storms come n Go..!! n it's Hard at Times .. gods with our STORM of Life !! Fog.. Which rarely comes our Way!! Tho In Our Eyes..We Get Foggy.. which we Can't See At Times.. As we Look N See Our Lord Is Very Good To Us .. As we see the Weather is For a Reason on N Purpose N Plan.. We may not know what it is .. Tho In Life .. We Don't Know as well... THROUGH Life In General.. Lets Just Thank God For His Blessings N His Grace.. Gods Good . we Pray for the Ones that Have It the Most Dwn Island.. We Thank God N we Love him for his Dazs To come . we learn to Pray n ask for Guidance N Hopes as we go through Our Life n our Daily Journey. And We Pray .. love n hugs To U All .. Gods Good N His MANNER .. ❤ ... Prayers With Ur Days to Come & Family n Friends That's Traveling n stay warm N be Safe ...!!! ❤ ❄ _____________________________________________ Gary Walkus Happy bday Haiden Scow this month also Clayton Walkus march 25th from all of us here and Happy birthday neph Harvey Walkus ____________________________________________ _________________________________________ Darcy Walkus Happy 15th birthday to Harvey Walkus March 31st, love from his dad ____________________________________________ Kathleen V Williams Happy birthday Speck'walkus Leslie'ameila and Dux Walkus March 18th & 19th ? If so have a wonderful day Crystal Violet Congratulations to my Bryce!! Being goalie is a feat in itself, elf, but you sir are second on all of Vancouver Island!! For that me and your whole famoly included are so very proud of you, not to mention your nation too! Wtg kiddo! Get em next year! _____________________________________________ Paula Walkus Wishing our daughter Paula (P.j.) a very Happy 14th Birthday, March 13th. We love you hope u enjoy ur day. March 10th, A very Happy 19th Birthday to my niece/grand daughter Cherilynn Summer Walkus.. Hope u have a great day sweetie we love you. Love always baba, aunty Paula n family. ❤ _____________________________________________ Marion Wamiss Like to thank people who supported us for my daughter Pu dli dis Christine skookum walkus death thank you all especially Trudy Humchitt and Sally M Walkus who was with since day one March 13/2017
Angel Isabelle Walkus Happy 13th Birthday to our daughter Merissa on March 22/17 love you... love from Mom & your brothers & Sisters & family
_____________________________________________ Chelle Belle Happy birthday to my sister kathleen on march 29th, with love from michelle, millie, and aj thanks for being such an amazing sister and aunty _____________________________________________ Gord Pankratz Gord Pankratz would like to say hello and I miss you all and long to come visit! It has been far too long! My stay in Alberta is drawing to a close and moviong back to BC Very soon! _____________________________________________ Tiffany Wallace Charlie Birthday wishes: Happy 11th birthday to my nephew Haiden Scow on the 10th. Happy birthday to my niece Merissa Wallace on March 22nd. Happy 11th birthday to my son, my gentle giant, my Theo Bear ~ William Theodore Wallace on March 24th. We love you son and am very proud of the young youn man that you are! Happy birthday to my bro Clayton on the 25th. And to everyone celebrating this month. From Tiff and family. _____________________________________________ Joanna King Happy appy birthday to aunty Sarah Lancaster and Shandi march 17th happy birthday to my brother thomas jack and Chasity walkus and also happy anniversary to sis trish and bro wes march 24th love you all from Joanna, Rolando and family _____________________________________________ __________________ Maggie Jack March 17th 2017 Wishing my sister Sarah Lancaster & Shandi Wa'mis a very Happy St. day & also a very to both of them.
____________________________________________ Peggy Wilson March 31 Happy Birthday To The Best Man Ever Have A Good Day Babe Love You To The Moon An Back Love Always B ___________________________ ____________________________________________ Alice George-Wamiss March 17 - Happy birthday to sister Sarah and also happy sweet 16th birthday to my baby Shandi!!! March 24 - Happy birthday to neph Thomas Jack. Hope you all have a great day. Lots of love and hugs from my lil tribe and I. _____________________________________________ Jolene Jack March 24th. Happy birthday Dad Thomas. Love from Denise and Linden. We love you so much. Lucille Walkus Happy 14th b-day day to sister Paula pj love family and friends March 13 _____________________________________________ Mabel James Yo loved ones. What trials and tribulations we have all weathered. Some doesn't seem to have hàppened.. That's probably my bit of denial. Part of grieving process. Oh but think of where they've gone! La ka eka awinagwisa. As I heal more each day I ask prayers for my husband Harry and I. Please. He is here with me as moral support. And a big squishy thank yyou for all your prayers and support. I ask our Almighty creator to. Give comfort to my Mudder marion and family. I love you all so much! Creator, for my Niece Joyce's family remember the teàchings of our Joyce, a God fearing Matriarch. She told my honey an and I to get married again. We did. And when I gave her the news she clasped her hands together with a loud clap. Añd she said, "Yah! Praise the Lord." Wisdom and support. Let's learn from this. We love you family and friends. God. Bless.
March 24,2017 Wishing my oldest son Thomas Jack a very and God keep you safe in his loving arms son & keep the faith & power in prayers. Hugs & my
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STAFF 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. 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: GwasalaNakwaxdaxw) Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Nations Band Office PO Box 998, 154 Tsulquate Reserve Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0
Phone: (250) 949-8343 / Fax: (250) 949-7402 Roger Nopper,Band Manager manager@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2309 Margaret Bernard/ Lorna Henderson, Finance margaretb@gwanak.info/ (250) 902-2308 Conrad Browne, Economic Development ecdev@gwanak.info Lucy Scow, Social Development lucyscow@gmail.com/ (250) 902-2307 Colleen Hemphill, Treaty collenh@gntreaty.org/ (250) 949-8424 Linda Paul, Administrative Assistance Kasalas4859/ (250) 949-8994 Leo Lawson, Capital Specialist Officer lhanslawson@msn.com/(250) 902-2306 Katrina Johnny/Wade Charlie, Communications (250) 902-2301 Chelsey Walkus, Food Security & Nutrition Coordinator chelseywalkus@gmail.com/ (250) 949-7406 David Schmit, Natural Resource Manager David.schmidt@snrc.ca / (250) 902-2310 Grace Smith, Education grace.smith176@gmail.com / (250) 902-2320
COUNCIL Chief Paddy Walkus: (250) 949-1486 Sits on all committee / paddywalkus@gmail.com Ernie Henderson: (250) 230-3404 Lucy Scow: (250) 230-4275 Grace Smith (250) 230-5001
Bob Swain, Public Works bswain4@telus.net / Cell: (250) 230-0087 Bernadine Clayton, Receptionist/Membership Clerk (250) 949-8343 Native Courtworker Office (250) 902-2223 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Elders Centre Silena George, Elders Program Administrator (250) 949-7406
Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Health & Family Services
Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852 Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459
Front Desk: (250) 949-8131 / Fax: (250) 949-6811 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School
Victor Walkus: (250) 230-1030
Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca
Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-9251
Eke Me-Xi School (250) 949-8332
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Yo! News
March 13/2017