YO!
First Steps Back to Our Homelands
News
July 11, 2014
3-4 TREATY UPDATE 5 ELDERS UPDATE 6-9GFB UPDATE (GOOD FOOD BOX) 10 PUBLIC WORKS 11GEOGRAPHIC RESPONSE PLANNING WORKSHOP 12-13 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE, EDUCATION COURSES 14-20 ANDREA WALKUS SHARES (HEALTHY KIDNEY-KIDNEY DISEASE) 21-22 AIDS VANCOUVER ISLAND JOB DISCPRITION 23 FISHERIES TECHNICIAN JOB OPPORTUNITY 24-30 LOCAL JOB POSTING/ BIRTHDAY WISHES
Dock Installation at Giga’ak Back in February the idea of putting in docks at Ba’as and Takush was presented as the first step in returning to the Homelands. Refurbished docks were available in Campbell River from DK Industries and discussions showed that substantial savings could be obtained if both docks were done at the same time. Camping gear, food, and tools for 12 people was purchased by the Treaty Office with funding coming from a Treaty Related Measure. This federal grant money is separate from treaty funding. It is available only because we are in the treaty process – and it doesn't need to be repaid.
Message from the Band Manager (Dylan.W.Thomas) A motion was passed at the weekly council meeting on July 10,2014 that comes in effective immediately: “ moved that council will no longer pay for BC Hydro bills for the Gwa’sala‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations members”
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Yo! News is prepared by Bernadine Clayton Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw Receptionist 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
STAFF Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Band Office
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 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 Michelle Beaulieu, Food security & Nutrition coordinator michellehelenbeaulieu@hotmail.com / (250) 902-2311 David Schmidt, Natural Resource manager david.schmidt@snrc.ca / (250)902-2310 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Elders Centre
Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-9251
Housing Portfolio
Sandra Charlie: (250) 230-4677
Housing Portfolio
Darryl Coon: (250) 230-0360
Housing Portfolio
Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459
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) 949-83
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Treaty Update (continued from front page)
Dock Installation at Giga’ak Wade Charlie was hired to help prepare for the installation and lead the crew of volunteers who were: Blanche Walkus Carol Walkus Thelma George David George Moses Walkus
Clyde Walkus Walter George Kelly Anderson Eli Charlie Solomon Munn
BLESSING CEREMONY: Gwa’sala Elders and Chiefs requested a blessing ceremony be held prior to the dock installation to mark this important milestone in our return to the homeland, as well as to heal some of the hurt from our removal. The Naiad took a mix of Elders, Chiefs, and youth to Giga’ak on the 2nd.. For some it was their first time back since being taken away. The ceremony was very powerful. Shortly after, our water taxi arrived with the crew of volunteers eager to help prepare for the dock installation. It was great that the youth were able to come and be part of the ceremony and see and learn about this extraordinary place. They will be able to tell future generations living in Giga’ak that they were there the day the first steps were taken to return to our homelands. Our crew of volunteers started the laborious process of carrying all the food and gear 10 metres up the bank from the landing to the top of the village site. Areas were cleared, tents were raised, and with a food preparation area set up with our new threeburner cook stove a nourishing dinner was prepared for 12 hungry campers!
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DOCK LOCATION: The next day more of the village site was cleared and potential dock locations were studied. Everyone kept an eye out for the barge with the dock and materials for a covered cooking/eating building, tent platforms and outhouses. But the barge didn’t arrive and we weren’t able to contact anyone in Tsulquate to find out why. So the next day a number of crew left for home, but as they were leaving the barge arrived! The group was happy to welcome the barge crew onto the site and at high tide the building materials were offloaded. Over the next few days building materials were packed by hand up the steep slope by our dedicated (and strong!) crew. The best location for the dock was where the old school dock used to be, about 100 metres from the village. But the area where the dock ramp would go ashore was found to be too uneven and heavy equipment was needed to prepare it. Also, the old trail was in rough
shape and would take a lot of work to make it useable for an all terrain vehicle.The barge crew advised that the only suitable location that could be prepared with the materials and equipment available was on the southeast side of Boone Island. The island is only accessible for about half of the tide so a causeway to the village will be built.
Our crew got the landing site leveled, ready for the next high tide when the barge could get in close enough to lift the heavy 10 foot X 16 ft. landing in place. The landing needs to be well placed because the ramp is bolted to it. While the barge crew offloaded the floats into the water and placed the anchors, our crew was back preparing the camp site. The 16 ft. X 16 ft. cooking/eating building was the highest priority so we started on that.
further stabilized with concrete. We'll put a roof on the cooking/eating house and shingle it, build at least two tent platforms, dig and build an outhouse, and build the causeway to Boone Island. The dock for Ba’as was delayed because of weather and is now scheduled for the end of July. We hope that everyone has an exciting time! Gila’Kasla,
The barge crew were very experienced. By Day 2 they had the landing installed, the floats anchored and bolted together, and the ramp bolted to the landing. Before they left, we asked the barge crew if they could use their crane to lift the building materials up onto the village site. In no time they'd rigged a block onto a cedar and winched up about 10 loads. Everyone was happy not carrying these sheets of plywood up the hill! The crew left late on the 7th so we could be home for the canoe journey. The spirit house crew was still hard at it when we left. In August when the survey crew is staying at Giga’ak the landing site for the ramp will be
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Colleen Hemphill Chief Negotiator
YO WIKSAS I hope everyone has been enjoying the weather and the company of the Canoe Journey folks. What a great pleasure it was to have visitors in our community. The Elders will be leaving for Kamloops on Friday August 1st at 8am and will return Tuesday August 5th in the evening sometime. We only have room for 30 elders on this trip. These are who I have signed up: Mary V Bird Betty Mary Henderson Ernie Hanuse Mary J. Terry Clara Lily Vivian Janet Mable Willie Charlotte Emma Sally David We have room for 13 more to sign up. I need those that wish to come to contact me directly. If you wish to come you also need to help with the next catering jobs coming up. Catering jobs are: July 17 & 18 starting at 10am both days July 24 & 25 starting at 10am both days If you can not get up to the Elder's Center on these days, then you MUST send another helper on your behalf. Be sure they state who they are volunteering for. I would like to thank all my helpers that helped all through the night on Tuesday cooking for the Canoe hosting up in Takush. It is unfortunate they didn't end up going there. We were here from 10pm-8am cooking to make sure there was food to be sent up on the boat the next morning. The weather was against us all. Kristen Walkus, Adam, Granny Mary Johnson, Dodie, Eileen, Mable & Richard. If it wasn't for all of you, I don't know what we would
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have done. Thank you very much from the Elders. Please remember to come and lend your helping and with the cater jobs next week! Elder's fun Days have been continuing and going very well. We will be going on a fishing trip very soon! So make sure you start attending in order to be able to come along, ok? :) Lastly, we send our sincere condolences to granny Lil and family on the loss of Al. Love and prayers for you all ♡ Have a great weekend everyone Silena
June 4th, 2014
Michelle, Food Security & Nutrition Coordinator
Good Food Bag Recipes
michellehelenebeaulieu@hotmail.com
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phone (txt): 250-949-0144
Good Food Bags are scheduled for every other Friday (see schedule) and they are to be picked up at the Elders Building between 1:00 and 3:00pm.
Main Dish: Beef Stir-fry
The office closes at 4:00pm and there is no storage for the food therefore it can’t be saved over the weekend as it will go bad if not picked up on the Friday. Please check periodically to see if you are on the Good Food Bag List to make sure you are still on it and/or that you don’t accidently miss that you are on the list (List is located at the Band Office). If you would like a reminder please text your name and number to 250-949-0144 or leave your number at the front at the Band Office. Thanks for everyone’s cooperation – Let’s keep this program going strong!
---------Reminder---------Hello everyone, Yes, it is that time again; the Good Food Bag has arrived! This week we’ll focus on using up those vegetables that may be lingering in the fridge and healthy choices for salad dressings. One of the best ways I’ve been able to create a dinner that is quick and packed full of nutritious ingredients is to make a stir-fry. Stir-fries’ are amazing because you can make it with whatever vegetables you want (or have) and it will typically come out tasting pretty great. Hope you enjoy! Remember I am always open for feedback and would love to hear from you
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A stir-fry for dinner can be beneficial in many ways; it’s a quick meal, healthy in that it is made from whole foods and fun to make The benefit we get from whole foods is the whole part of the food, it hasn’t been broken down (refined) into something less or separate parts, it contains all it’s nutrients. Pair it with brown rice (or quinoa) instead of white rice (which is refined). Ingredients for the stir-fry:
1 yam, chopped very small 1 green pepper, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 6-8 mushrooms, chopped 1 cup bean sprouts Add any other vegetable (broccoli, peas, corn, carrots, zucchini, onions etc). 1 tbsp olive oil (substitute: 1 tbsp grape seed oil or coconut oil) Beef, cooked and thinly sliced. 1-2 cloves Garlic, chopped 1 inch piece of fresh ginger chopped finely or grated.
1 cup brown rice (Cook with 2 cups water)
Ingredients for the stir-fry sauce:
3/4 cup orange juice 1 Tbsp Cornstarch 2 Tbsp low salt soya sauce (or Hoisin sauce) 1 Tbsp Oyster sauce 1 Tbsp Rice vinegar 2 tsp brown sugar 1 tsp Finely grated orange zest (use the fine side of the cheese grater to get the zest/skin from the orange into fine pieces).
The nice thing about a salad is that is usually complements any dish. You can make this a full meal by topping the salad with meat like chicken or fish. There are many benefits to making your own salad dressing such as it contains much less preservatives, no artificial flavors and oils that are healthier choices. This helps you to increase the nutritional benefits of the foods you eat. Try making the homemade salad dressing and see how simple ingredients can make amazing flavors. Ingredients for the salad:
To prepare: 1. Cut the beef into small strips and cook. 2. Put the rice on to cook. 3. Mix all ingredients for the sauce together in a bowl and set aside. 4. Cut the vegetables into bite size pieces. Leave the bean sprouts out until the stirfry is almost done cooking. Cut the yams smaller or else they won’t cook through. 5. Add olive oil, garlic, ginger and vegetables to pan and cook on medium until vegetables are almost done. 6. Add sauce and bean sprouts to the vegetables. Stir frequently until vegetables are cooked. 7. Serve over rice.
Side Dish: Citrus Beet Salad
1-2 medium size beets cooked and sliced. ½ red onion, thinly sliced ¼ cup pumpkin seeds Lettuce Crumbled cheese (goat, feta, parmesan) 1-2 oranges peeled and broken apart. Ingredients for the dressing:
2 tbsp orange juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp brown sugar or 1 tbsp honey 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
To prepare: 1. Wash beets and cook until soft, let cool and cut into bite size pieces 2. Mix the ingredients for the salad dressing into a small bowl, set aside. 3. Place lettuce in a large bowl and top with onions, oranges, seeds and cheese. 4. Drizzle with citrus vinaigrette dressing.
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1. Wash celery and cut into long pieces. 2. Spread peanut butter, nut butter or hummus into the center. 3. Sprinkle raisins, currants or dried berries on top. 4. Bite into the crunchy snack and enjoy!
Wild Flower Tea
Healthy Snack: Celery Bites
Lets create a healthy snack that’s good on the run, can be packed for picnics or to have at home. Celery is a good snack when filled with healthy options such as peanut butter, nut butters or hummus, which adds protein to the meal. Kids love it because it’s like a mini boat with a crunch!
Ingredients:
Celery, cut into long pieces Peanut butter, nut butter or hummus Raisins, currants, blueberries or cranberries (optional).
To prepare:
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I wanted to share something that I enjoy both when I am at home and out on the west coast camping. Sipping on a wild flower tea seems to make the world of difference with how I feel, picking me up when I am sick, soothing when a need to relax or providing energy when I am down. No matter how I feel, I can’t help but smile when I take my first sip of the tea. ~Things to remember~ 1. Always know your plants! Picking the wrong plant that is not edible is never worth it. Some plants are poisonous and can make you very sick or worse could cause death. If anyone is interested I am willing to teach people michellehelenebeaulieu@hotmail.com 2. Choose your locations to pick the plants. Pick in areas free of pollutants and off areas where people walk their dogs to avoid dog pee. 3. Pick only what you need. Make sure to not pick everything in sight, leave some for other people and the animals that depend on the plants.
4. Collecting and storing so the plants won’t go bad before you get home. Collect plants that are dry, not wet from the morning dew or rain. Collect in a breathable bag or basket so if it’s hot out they won’t wilt as fast. If you would like to save the flowers for later, hang to dry in a cool dark spot or use right away. ~Examples of Plants that are great in a tea~ Each plant has different nutritional and medicinal properties, try combinations that complement each other medicinally and/or make up your own flavor. There are lots of plants that can make a beneficial tea but here are a few to get you started.
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Berries (salmonberry, huckleberry, blackberry, currants, thimbleberry, blueberry etc). Red Clover (flower and leaves) Wild Rose (flowers, leaves, hips)
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Yarrow (flowers and leaves) Labrador Tea (leaves) Wild Mint (flowers and leaves) Licorice Fern (root) Fireweed (flowers and leaves)
~How do I make a Wild Flower Tea~ It’s easy and rewarding! Collect the plants, place in water, heat to a simmer (never boil), let steep for 10-20 minutes. Poor in your favorite cup and savor the experience. If anyone has a favorite wild flower tea or other knowledge they would like to share with me, please send me an email, call, or come find me at the Band Office/Community Garden.
--Have fun! Michelle
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What are signs of liver damage?
What
o JaundiceYellowing of the skin, whites of the eyes, and mucous membranes (moist areas around eyes and mouth) due to high levels of bilirubin in the extracellular fluid (all body fluids outside of cells) Severe fatigue Fever Abdominal pain, severe nausea, vomiting Bleeding that doesn’t stop after a few minutes Any unusual swelling in your feet or legs Weight gain of 3 to 5 lbs in a week There is a disease called hepatic encephalopathy which occurs when toxins and ammonia builds up because the liver is too damaged to filter them out. o Those with advance liver disease may have their brains affected by toxins o Symptoms of HE: Forgetfulness and confusion Inverted sleep-wake pattern – sleeping in the day, awake at night Marked irritability Tremors Coordination difficulties, trouble writing Lethargy then coma (if untreated) is treatment for liver damage?
There is no treatment once liver damage occurs. The main approach is to stop any medications that are processed through the liver. The doctor may prescribe a diuretic to reduce fluid accumulation and medications to reduce the symptoms of liver damage Things to avoid if you have liver damage: Alcohol Acetaminophen (some forms of acetaminophen are Tylenol, Nyquil, Excedrin, Darvocet, and Vicodin) Any medications that caused liver dysfunction previously High blood pressure medications such as o Atorvastatin (Lipitor) o Simvastatin (Zocor) These facts came from www.cancerconnect.com
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LOCAL JOB POSTING xperienced Labourers-Full-Time Company: Wacor Holdings Ltd. Industry: Construction/ Trades Expiry Date: Thursday, July 24, 2014 - 9am Qualifications & Experience: Experienced Labourers in underground pipe laying and utility installation for site service. How to apply: Fax to: 250-287-9634 or email to: wacor1@telus.net Front Desk Agent-Full-Time Company: Port Hardy Hotel Resort Ltd Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Thursday, July 24, 2014 - 9am Details: Quarterdeck Inn is looking for another team member! Position is P/T to start. You are energetic, have superior customer service skills and are able to work under pressure. Must be available evenings, weekends and holidays, and have transportation to and from the Hotel. Must be able to take direction and be a team player. Qualifications & Experience: Hospitality industry knowledge an asset but not required. Basic computer and office equipment knowledge necessary. How to apply: Apply in person between the hours of 7am-3pm Monday-Friday at 6555 Hardy Bay Road, or email info@quarterdeckresort.net Bull Cook-Part-Time Company: Mill & Timber Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 - 9am Details: Bull Cook required imediately! Qualifications & Experience: Experience required. How to apply: Send resume to barbaramcbride@apgroup.ca
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Client Services/Harm Reduction Worker-FullTime Company: Aids Vancouver Island Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Responsible for provision and delivery of direct services to persons living in Port Hardy and Mt. Waddington region. Includes harm reduction supplies & education; advocate with ministries on behalf of clients; provide counselling, group sessions, drop-in program, maintain confidentiality of files. Download full details attached. There is 1 FT position and 1 casual on-call position available Qualifications & Experience: Degree in health or social services or equivalent combination of education & experience. How to apply: Submit cover letter, resume and references to Kristin Kvakic, Director of Programs: kristen.kvakic@avi.org by Friday July 11 at 4 pm. Counter Person-Full-Time Company: Port Hardy Auto Parts Industry: Retail & Wholesale Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 - 9am Details: Service walk-in and phone orders. Enter incoming parts into computer. Order parts from suppliers. Qualifications & Experience: Must have computer skills and good customer service relations. Require steel toe boots. Start ASAP. How to apply: Apply to Ray Stokes: Fax: 250.245.4430 Phone: 250.713.7305 or email rdstokes@shaw.ca Customer Service Clerk-Full-Time Company: Jim Hardy Sports Industry: Retail & Wholesale
Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 - 9am Details: Some weekend shifts required. Full time and part time positions available. Qualifications & Experience: Knowledge on fishing, hunting and sports equipment, previous customer service experience preferred, positive and friendly attitude, excellent communication skills, and time management skills. How to apply: Please apply in person with resume. Please include references. Clerical Support-Part-Time Company: Gwa'sala-'Nakwasda'xw Nations Industry: Social Services Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Monday, July 21, 2014 - 9am Details: The North Island Building Blocks Program believes that the health of a community is directly reflected in the economic, physical and social health of the individuals within that community. Building Blocks' vision is to create a community that honours the role of families in building a healthy society, a community that collaborates in providing the best circumstances for children to grow to their full potential, and a community rich in resources that honour the critical work of parenting and caring for children. The Clerical Support Worker plays an important role in ensuring families and community members feel welcome in the North Island Building Blocks facility. Duties include, but are not limited to: Receive and greet visitors, sign them in, and conduct an initial facility awareness briefing. Maintain sign-in log and other reception support documents. Operate a multi-line switchboard, transferring calls, paging staff and taking and delivering accurate messages. Receive and distribute all incoming mail, packages, and correspondence and ensures that outgoing mail is successfully picked up by the appropriate delivery agencies.
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Arrange for courier services to deliver packages and other important documents. Distribute mail using the distribution boxes. Provide clerical support as needed to include filing, scanning, data entry, copying, and sorting. Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent Two year's of administrative experience Ability to type 50 words per minute Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills Possess excellent computer skills including being proficient in Microsoft Office programs Telephone system knowledge An unrestricted Class 5 driver's license, clean driver's abstract and a dependable vehicle Knowledge of the resources available in the Mount Waddington Regional District How to apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to Michele Dorsey, Program Coordinator at michele_dorsey@telus.net For more information about the position, please contact Michele Dorsey at 250-230-1132. Child & Family Outreach Worker-Part-Time Company: Gwa'sala-'Nakwasda'xw Nations Industry: Social Services Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Monday, July 21, 2014 - 9am Details: The North Island Building Blocks Program believes that the health of a community is directly reflected in the economic, physical, and social health of the individuals within that community. Building Blocks' vision is to create a community that honours the role of families in building a healthy society, a community that collaborates in providing the best circumstances for children to grow to their full potential, and a community rich in resources that honour the critical work of parenting and caring for children. The North Island Building Blocks Program is seeking individuals who are dedicated to making a difference for families. Child & Family Outreach Workers are an integral part of a team of service providers who assist children, youth
and families to identify, express, prioritize and achieve their personal goals in a positive way. Child & Family Outreach Workers will provide services through outreach, group sessions and community engagement. Child & Family Outreach Workers will be a part of a team of regional support services who work collaboratively to ensure that families and communities receive the support and advocacy required for positive change. Qualifications & Experience: Minimum of a successful completion of a 2 year Child & Youth Care Program, Human Service Diploma or Family Support Training and one year's recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience -Current Standard First Aid with CPR Level "C" -Valid, unrestricted Class 5 license with clean driver's abstract -A dependable, maintained vehicle -Excellent oral and written communication skills, minimum Grade 12 English -Excellent computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office programs -The ability to function in high stress situations with demonstrated interpersonal skills, professionalism and integrity -Demonstrated ability to teach information regarding prenatal health, child management and parenting strategies -Ability to set priorities, respect confidentiality and handle sensitive issues -Experience providing culturally based communication and care to diverse populations How to apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to michele_dorsey@telus.net
Process Operator/Shift Supervisor-Seasonal Company: Keltic Seafoods Ltd Industry: Aquaculture Wage: $18.00hr Expiry Date: Monday, July 21, 2014 - 9am
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Details: Keltic Seafoods is a growing full service off-loading, fish processing, and colds storage facility having immediate openings in Mince and Rendering. Work hours include a variable shift pattern: including afternoons, graveyards, weekends, and holidays. The right person will possess skill and aptitude for mechanical maintenance and must be an excellent communicator with proven supervisor capacity. The successful candidate will be scheduled to other Keltic departments as required; however primary work area will be in Mince or Rendering processes. Download attachment for full job description. Qualifications & Experience: • Must be an excellent communicator with supervisor experience • Mechanical maintenance experience and aptitude • Fork lift or similar equipment experience • WHMIS Certification • Occupational First Aid certification • Valid driver’s license • Able to work independently How to apply: Email Resume to: HR@kelticseafoods.com Fax Resume to: 250.949.8825 Grade Hoe Operator-Full-Time Company: RSD Road Building Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 18, 2014 - 9am Details: Rate of pay to be negotiated based on experience. Camp work, shift 14-7. Fly into camp, boat to worksite. Qualifications & Experience: Grade Hoe operator with experience building coastal logging roads.Level 1 first aid required or course taken within 3 months of hire date. How to apply: Email resume with references to rsdroads@shaw.ca Driller/Blaster-Full-Time Company: RSD Road Building
Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 18, 2014 - 9am Details: Rate of pay to be negotiated based on experience. Camp work, shift 14-7. Fly to camp, boat to worksite. Qualifications & Experience: Diller/Blaster with experience building coastal logging roads, operating hoe drills & tank drills. Must have valid Worksafe BC blasting certificate. Level 1 first aid required or course taken within 3 months of hire date. How to apply: Email resume with references to rsdroads@shaw.ca Dishwasher-Full-Time Company: Quarterdeck Inn& Marina Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 18, 2014 - 9am Details: Duties include:Washing dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand. Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas. Maintaining kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition. Cleaning or preparing various foods for cooking or serving. Stocking supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars. Sweep or scrub floors. Clean garbage cans with water or steam. Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas. Transfer supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks. Qualifications & Experience: n/a How to apply: Email: admin@dhiholdings.com Phone 250.902.0455 Hotel Maintanence Person-Full-Time Company: Port Hardy Hotel Resort Ltd Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD
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Expiry Date: Friday, July 18, 2014 - 9am Details: A hotel maintenance person has to perform various tasks like general maintenance, preventive and emergency maintenance of the hotel. There are various kinds of maintenance employees deployed for different kind types of maintenance and repairs work. Generally, hotel maintenance is done in restaurants, front desk, rooms, parking, lobbies, restrooms and elevators of a hotel. Main task of a hotel maintenance manager is to perform general, preventive and emergency maintenance. Detailed lists of duties are as follows: •Must perform task like repairing of various equipment and materials, replacement of electronics, painting, cleaning or wiring work •Also maintenance of electronics like refrigerators, television sets, air conditioners etc. must be done regularly. •Solving guest complains in time. •To keep a check that safety equipment like fire alarm, fire extinguisher etc. are in place and are in working condition. •Refurbishing of chairs, tables, doors, windows and counters in order to keep it maintained for a long time. •Ground maintenance like cleaning and maintenance of parking lot, garden or landscaping, swimming pool etc. •Must be on call 24/7 for emergency to know if guest have any grievances. •Training the junior staff. Qualifications & Experience: Skills required by hotel maintenance personnel are as follows: •Operational skills: High amount operational skills are required to know all types of maintenance jobs like repairing, working of equipments, engineering work etc. •Customer service skills: Hotel maintenance is all about providing high amount of quality to its customers. •Interpersonal skills: A hotel maintenance person should have good interpersonal skills as he/she deals with superiors, collogues and different kinds of customers.
•Management skills: Few maintenance persons also have to perform job of a supervisor or a manger thus requiring management skills. •Scheduling and planning skills: A maintenance person has to perform a number of jobs at a time thus planning and scheduling is a must. How to apply: by email :admin@dhiholdings.com by phone: 250-902-0455 hand in resume to hotel : 6555 Hardy Way Rd., Port Hardy, B.C., v0n 2p0 Housekeeper-Part-Time Company: Bear Cove Cottages Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: 12.00/ hr Expiry Date: Thursday, July 17, 2014 - 9am Details: Must have reliable transportation as the location is out of town by ferry terminal.Looking for housekeeper for Saturday and Sundays.And possible on-call work.Starts at 9am,approximately 12 hours or more per week.Need to be meticulous and caring about the quality of cleaning. Qualifications & Experience: Experience not necessary ,but preferred. How to apply: Drop off a resume in person at 6715 Bear Cove Rd., we would like to meet you. Cafe Supervisor-Full-Time Company: SeaGate Landing Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Thursday, July 17, 2014 - 9am Details: Part time to start, full time in the next 30-60 days. Lots of opportunity to advance! Supervise other staff, take charge when Manager is not on site. Light, easy cooking, cash handling, count money, take orders, cook orders, stocking, prep etc. Qualifications & Experience: Cooking experience an asset, Food Safe, Excellent Customer Service Skills, must have transportation to airport. How to apply: Drop off resume in person to The SeaGate Landing at the Port HardyAirport, or by email jessica@seagateinc.ca
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Excavator, Dozer operators and Rock/Water Truck Drivers-Full-Time Company: Wacor Industry: Construction/ Trades Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2014 - 9am Details: Looking for Excavator, Dozer operators and a Rock/Water Truck Drivers positions. Job is on the Fort Rupert School Site and will be getting started Mid July. Lasting for 2-3 months Qualifications & Experience: Must have previous experience operating. How to apply: email wacor1@telus.net or fax 250 287 9634 Barista-Full-Time Company: Cafe Guido Industry: Other Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Monday, July 14, 2014 - 9am Details: Cafe Guido is looking for a customer service star to join our team. Must love coffee, be energetic and positive, and a great team player. Full time, part time, and casual/student positions available, working evenings and weekends are likely for most positions. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize, work in a fast paced environment, have memory for detail, and create friendly relationship with customers. Qualifications & Experience: Start immediately. Must have or be willing to obtain Foodsafe level 1. Experience in a cafe or similar environment an asset, exceptional customer service a must. Includes making drinks and food to order, using a cash register, dishes and other cleaning. How to apply: Apply in person with cover letter and resume at Cafe Guido or email teamguido@yahoo.com Chambermaid/Housekeeper-Part-Time Company: Glen Lyon Inn Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: $11/Hour to start Expiry Date: Monday, July 14, 2014 - 9am
Details: Duties include: Clean rooms, wash walls, vacuum. PT position 20-26 Hours/week Qualifications & Experience: Must be in good physical condition for cleaning duties; able to work on call, weekends and weekdays. How to apply: Apply in person with resume to Ann Gray at Front Desk of Glen Lyon Inn, 6435 Hardy Bay Road, Port Hardy
Qualifications & Experience: Duties include: Taking reservations, check in & assist guests, answering phones, some computer work, filing, keeping work area tidy, and check guest's room conditions. Willing to train but must be responsible & reliable. Start ASAP. How to apply: In person with resume to 7370 Market Street
Line-Cook-Seasonal Company: Sporty Bar & Grill Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Monday, July 14, 2014 - 9am Details: Must be able to work evenings and weekends, work independently or in a team and under stress. Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in busy restaurant/bar How to apply: per email: sportybar@telus.net mail: box 113, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 or drop off in restaurant, 8700 Hasting street, Port Hardy
Baker/Server-Full-Time Company: Mo's Restaurant Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: $11.50/Hour & Tips Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Bake sweets, take cash, serve customers and general cleaning.. Start ASAP. Qualifications & Experience: Must be flexible, willing to multitask and doing all duties as required. How to apply: In person with resume to Moe: 7070 Market Street
Server-Seasonal Company: Sporty Bar & Grill Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: $10.25hr + tips Expiry Date: Monday, July 14, 2014 - 9am Details: Must be able to work in a busy environment, and work evenings and some weekends. Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 3 years experience of serving food in a professional manner How to apply: Per email: sportybar@telus.net, per Mail: Box 113, 8700 Hastings St., V0N 2P0, or drop off in Pub Front Desk Clerk-Full-Time Company: North Shore Inn Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Looking for a Front Desk Clerk.
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Weekend Driver/Cleaner-Part-Time Company: Mo's Restaurant Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: $10.50/Hour & Tips Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Deliver food, wash dishes and do general cleaning Qualifications & Experience: Require Class 5 DL. Must be flexible, willing to multitask, and do all duties as required. How to apply: In Person with Resume to Moe: 7070 Market Street Line Cook-Full-Time Company: Mo's Restaurant Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Line cook needed who has FoodSafe. Experience is preferred. Start ASAP. Qualifications & Experience: Must be flexible, willing to multitask and able to do all duties as required.
How to apply: In person with resume to Moe: 7070 Market Street Deckhand/Boomman-Full-Time Company: Croman Corp Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Heli-logging camp job. Deckhand duties on tugboat and crew boat; build water drop zone; complete camp maintenance & service equipment. Start ASAP Qualifications & Experience: Must have experience working on boom sticks. Applicant myst be mechanically inclined with a positive attitude and willing to take on responsibilities. How to apply: email resume to mikeghis@telus.net Process Line Workers-Seasonal Company: Keltic Seafooods Industry: Commercial Fishing Wage: $12hr Expiry Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 - 9am Details: Opening for 35 Fish Processors! This position is full time during July to November Duties include: ? Grading, cutting and/or and separating fish ? Directing fish to cutting machines ? Rotation between various line positions ? Packaging and/or boxing fish ? Lifting boxed fish ? Maintenance of a safe work space within the employee’s control ? Assignment to other duties as required by the Company Require WSBC approved safety toe rubber boots with tread. Qualifications & Experience: Good clean “food safe” hygienic work habits Able to comply with Occupational Health and Safety Program regulations Occupational First Aid certification an asset but not necessary How to apply:
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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
BIRTHDAY WISHES July 14th We like to wish Bernice Mackayla a Happy 8th Birthday. We Love you, love your brothers Mac, Casey, mommy, Cameron and Harlee ____________________________________________ For July 25th Happy birthday sweety Tynisha from uncle Thomas , Jolene , Denise an Linden we love you lots enjoy your day to the fullest. _____________________________________________ July 20th Happy 21st birthday Allie we love you hope you enjoy your day. Love Mac, Bernice, Casey, Harlee, Cameron and Melissa ____________________________________________ Birthday wishes to my sister Ella Alice Henderson, July 12; Delaney Walkus, July 12; Gloria Ann, July 14; Cuz (Dee-ah) Simon Paul Sr, July 15; Allison Henderson, July 20; Bea Walkus, July 24; Albert Charlie, July 28; & Lisa Walkus, July 28. Hope you all have a joyous day fill with fun, laughter and love! _____________________________________________ Happy Birthday to my mom Ella July 12 Michael July 25. Aunty Lorna July 28. from my family and I