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Yo Wiksas! The summer has come to an end. It is time to start preparing for the colder months ahead. Do you need your chimney cleaned? Please call me at the office and we can arrange to have it cleaned. Why does your chimney get so dirty so quickly? Because the wood you are burning is still green (fresh). When you burn firewood, you need to let it season (dry out) so that the ash doesn’t clog your chimney pipes and become a fire hazard. So be sure to ask where ever you are getting your wood from, that it is seasoned (dry). Western Family Pineapple products with the expiration date August 18, 2017 have been declared contaminated with Hepatitis A. So please make sure to check your pineapple products for the expiration date if they contain any pineapple at all. Elder’s Luncheon- we had a great turn out last week. We had about 30 people show up for lunch. Let’s keep the numbers up. Please feel free to invite any of your elderly friends. We want to make this environment a fun and friendly place for any Elders to come and hang out and enjoy a nice meal together. Fish processing a success! As some of you may have seen, there were a bunch of us processing fish a couple of weeks ago. Brian and I were showing some of our youth and staff how to jar fish. We worked on 50 pink salmon the first day and then the adults did 25 sockeye for the Elder’s Program. Some of the jars from the first day did not seal, so they had to be thrown away. But it is ok. We still have 7 cases from that batch. Constable Starr and Ernie Henderson donated a bunch of pinks they jarred as well. We were able to save 4 cases from the bunch they donated. So we have some fish stored away for future community events. The Elder’s Program is well stocked for the winter as well. Parking: We have been having a lot of people parking in front of the Elder’s Building lately. This is just a friendly reminder that parking in from of the building is for Elders and staff that work in the office. We want to keep the front area clear for when we have Elder’s Luncheons or meetings. It is harder for them to park further away and walk over to the front door than it is for the rest of us. So please remember that before you park your vehicle outside the GNN Elder’s Centre. Thank you. Hydro: Hydro has a new set up now. I have a feeling a lot of people are going to experience some great difficulties with their bills. Here are some pointers on saving some energy and money:
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Unplug your appliances when you are not using them: microwave, tv, cell phone charger, hair dryer, toaster. Turn the lights off when you are not in the room. Have your thermostat set to 15 at night. Try not to leave your oven on too long. Do laundry after 7pm Don’t let people plug extension cords to your house if they are in a mobile trailer in your yard. This can cause your breaker to trip. Maternity Leave: Please keep note that my last day of work will be Friday November 3, 2017. I will be off for a year. Stay tuned for the plans as I am off. Elder’s Council meetings: The Elder’s Council has been very busy this past week. They have been very productive in their meetings. Catering: Catering jobs have slowed down a little bit. We still have our regular catering for Trust. Elder’s Health & Safety: If you have a Doctor’s appointment down island, I need a note (the same one you give to Christy) for records. If you could please get these in as soon as you get it, that would be great. If you have an eye doctor appointment, you need to let the receptionist at the front desk of Dr. Eng’s office know that you are an Elder from Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations. If you have a prescription that is not covered by FNHA, we need your invoice brought into the office so we can process payment. Please note that Leslie will contact you, via letter, if you are close to your funding cap for the Health & Safety Program. The Health & Safety Program is for all Elders aged 60& up that is on the GNN up to date Elder’s List. It is run on a daily basis by myself & Leslie Walkus. If you need to access funding for things like: home safety equipment (toilet seat, hand rails, pole for beside your bed to help you up), doctor’s appointment down island, emergency medical, eye doctor appointment, dentures. This is when you call myself at the office 949-7406. I will then see if you are eligible to have your request covered by checking with Leslie if you have used up your funding. Please remember that you only get a certain amount that we are hoping to last for another 2 more years. Our Health & Safety Committee members are: Leslie Walkus (Chair), Silena George, Willie Walkus, Leo Lawson & Dean Wilson. That’s it for now, Gilakasla,
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Mount Waddington Housing First Announces Professional Development Opportunity for Community Partners, Band Staff, and others working with people struggling with housing insecurity & homelessness Ready To Rent BC Train Dates: Time: Place:
the Trainers
September 26-29th 9:00am – 4pm (lunch provided) North Island College Community Room
Train the Trainer (TTT) is a four day professional development course that covers:
Prevention of homelessness and increasing housing stability Best practices in housing stability and homelessness prevention Organizing and delivering RentSmart and RentReady to your clients and community members Curriculum for RentSmart and RentReady Engaging landlords Organizing and delivering RentSmart and RentReady to your clients and community members
Community Partners and Educators receive the following benefits:
License to deliver a program proven to help youth, individuals and families achieve housing stability Regularly updated curriculum focused on building the knowledge, skills and confidence to help people find and keep their housing Helping your community or agency staff develop the skills and knowledge to better serve their clients Stronger connection to a growing Mt Waddington network of community partners Bi-monthly Community Educator newsletters and webinars Regularly updated data that can be shared with funders and community Being Part of a growing movement for the prevention of homelessness
For more information, or to inquire about available training spots, contact Don Kattler hfswfc@telus.net or Janet Hanuse edswfc@telus.net or Brenda Roberts 250-902-0552 We gratefully acknowledge: The Government of Canada’s HPS Rural and Remote Funding Program, (through the Nechako Aboriginal Training Society), which made this training possible and North Island College Mount Waddington Campus for their generosity in donating the space for us to hold the training
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Community Paramedicine will be conducting a community presentation on Tuesday, September 12th from 11:00-12:00 at the GN Health and Family Services Big Room. The Community Paramedicine is a pilot program under BC Ambulance in Port Hardy, and its geared towards people with chronic illnesses; and they can conduct fall risk assessments, wellness check ins, and public education. So if you have a loved one who has a chronic illness, or needing any of the above mentioned service; please come to this presentation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Study Hall with Angela Clair:
Adult Education Centre Mondays from 7-9 pm Wednesdays from 7-9 pm
PHSS - Room 665 Tuesdays from 12:15-1:15 pm 10
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LOCAL JOB POSTING Education Assistant- Contract Company: School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North) Industry: Education Wage: $26.44/hr Expiry Date: Monday, September 18, 2017 12pm Qualifications & Experience: Education Assistant I, CUPE Posting #21 Please see attached job description for more details 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 at this link: http://sd85websrv2012.sd85.bc.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2015/05/ApplicationFormCUPESept08.pdf and quote the appropriate posting number(s). Closing date for applications is 12:00 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017. 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 Website: http://www.sd85.bc.ca Child & Youth Care Worker – Contract Company: School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North) Industry: Education Wage: $26.44/hr Expiry Date: Monday, September 18, 2017 12pm Qualifications & Experience: Child & Youth Care Worker I, CUPE Posting #20
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Please see attached job description for more details 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 at this link: http://sd85websrv2012.sd85.bc.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2015/05/ApplicationFormCUPESept08.pdf and quote the appropriate posting number(s). Closing date for applications is 12:00 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017. 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 Website: http://www.sd85.bc.ca Noon Hour Supervisor- Contract Company: School District No. 85 (Vancouver Island North) Industry: Education Wage: $20.60/hr Expiry Date: Monday, September 18, 2017 12pm Qualifications & Experience: Noon Hour Supervisor II, CUPE Posting #15A Please see attached job description for more details 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 at this link: http://sd85websrv2012.sd85.bc.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2015/05/ApplicationFormSeptember 11 / 2017
CUPESept08.pdf and quote the appropriate posting number(s). Closing date for applications is 12:00 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017. 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 Website: http://www.sd85.bc.ca ECE- Full-Time Company: Stepping Stones Childcare Centre Industry: Education Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, September 22, 2017 9am Details: We are looking for someone to come in at 1:00pm to cover a break and prep then go to the afterschool program until 5:005:30pm. There will be an opportunity for full days when staff are away and this position has the opportunity to eventually turn into full time employment. Must be a fun and motivated individual willing to plan and implement a wide range of activities and be responsible for the health and safety of the children in your care. Must work well as a team member. Qualifications & Experience: Must be ECE, ECE assistant or have Responsible adult hours. How to apply: Please send resume to Christina Cheetham at steppingstonesdaycare@hotmail.ca or apply in person to Stepping Stones Childcare Centre located at the old Robert Scott School. Sous-Chef- Full-Time Company: Sporty Bar & Grill Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD
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Expiry Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2017 - 9am Details: This is a working position. Successful Applicant must be able to represent to head chef on his days off and help on the line, preparation, making stocks, soups and desserts, ordering food, make inventory, overseeing and training the staff and be able to help with food & labor costs. This is a full time position with excellent pay and social benefits. Only short listed candidates with enough experience will be contacted. If you like the outdoors and affordable housing, and like to work where other people come for vacation, you should join our team on the beautiful Vancouver Island North. Qualifications & Experience: Applicant must have many years of experience in a busy environment. Red Seal is preferred, but we also consider experience. 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 Shelter Worker – Casual Company: The Salvation Army Lighthouse Resource Centre Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, September 22, 2017 9am Details: The successful candidate will: Monitor the activities of guests and be available for personal, practical and moral support Accurately record day-to-day happenings/incidents using established methods Assisting guests to access clean/dry clothing and laundry services Coordinate guest care as it relates to security issues Carry out inspections Prepare and serve meals/snacks/beverages September 11 / 2017
Perform janitorial duties of the facility as required Perform other duties as assigned. Consent to work a flexible schedule Please Note: Due to the nature of a lowbarrier shelter, applications should be aware that they will be working with intoxicated individuals. QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent, valid WHMIS, Food Safe 1, First Aid Certificate, and Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification. Qualifications & Experience: Shelter Worker - Sobering & Assessment Program and Extremem Weather Shelter Casual/On-Call (hours from 5:30 pm to 7:30 am only ; Monday –Sunday ) - starting immediately. Successful candidate needs to be readily available at all times to be accessed via cell phone, have a reliable means of transport to be on work premises on short notice, and must be available on an on call basis for all weekend shifts (Fri,Sat,Sun), all evening shifts (5:30pm12:30am), and all graveyard shifts (12:30am-7:30am). How to apply: Please see attachment for more job detail description regarding this position Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to: EMAIL: Michael_Winter@can.salvationarmy.org Or drop off cover letter & resume in person Mon-Friday 9:30am-4:00pm at: Lighthouse Resource Centre - 8635 Granville Street, Port Hardy, BC We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS Administrative Assistant- Full-Time Company: The Salvation Army Lighthouse Resource Centre Industry: Social Services Wage: TBD
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Expiry Date: Friday, September 22, 2017 9am Details: The Administrative Assistant position is for 28 hours a week. SALARY/GRADE: Rate to be determined based on experience. Start date; as soon as possible. Full benefits after probation (medical, dental and RRSP) Qualifications & Experience: The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Perform general office duties such as answer and screen telephone calls and direct and or answer enquires; greets guests and visitors; files documents electronically or manually; photocopies and distributes materials as requested; and sends and receives fax/ email material as requested; resolves routine enquires. * Greets public in office and on phone politely and warmly, ensuring everyone is treated in a professional and sensitive manner. *Builds and maintains databases (e.g. Employee/volunteer information, contact lists, inventory, hours worked) maintain input for SAMIS. Other TSA databases may be used such as CMS, SAMIS and Family Services Vouchers maintenance. * May drafts & prepares presentations, brochures, fliers, advertisements, invitations and certificates subject to supervisory approvals (e.g. Power Point presentations) * Opens and distributes in-coming mail (with one other person) and processes out-going mail including material of a confidential nature; receives parcel(s) and distributes to the appropriate person(s) *Responsible for maintaining supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt and distribution of requested items. (Stationary, janitorial, postage meter supplies, photocopier supplies, etc.) *Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Prepares and receives paperwork for September 11 / 2017
various projects and processes them. * Assists with the preparation and paperwork for annual review, Accreditation reviews& Strategic Plan. *Provides administrative support for Supervisor and Community Ministries Worker and minor support to agencies using the buildings (e.g. messages) * May schedule or keep track of Supervisor’s calendar, make travel arrangements: change travel arrangements and provide reminders including support documentation. * Receive and track incoming donations for receipting, issuing interim receipts if requested. May assist with bank deposits and banking. * Maintain confidentiality with all client and donor records. Assist and thank all donors as well as assist with thank you cards and or letters for donations as appropriate. * Makes decisions on routine and urgent administrative matters in the absence of the supervisor. * Participate in a holistic approach to ministry which recognizes the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs of each person. *Ensure general cleanliness and upkeep of the general office area. * performs other positions related duties as assigned. * Able to work within the Mission of The Salvation Army Pleas see detailed job description in attachment for more details How to apply: Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to: EMAIL: Michael_Winter@can.salvationarmy.org Or drop off cover letter & resume in person Mon-Friday 9:30am-4:00pm at: Lighthouse Resource Centre - 8635 Granville Street, Port Hardy, BC We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS
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Server- Full-Time Company: Sporty Bar & Grill Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 - 9am Details: We are looking for a team player able to work day shifts, but some weekends and evenings as well. We expect our staff to serve our patrons friendly and efficiently, and be able to survive a whole shift without cell phone use or texting. We are open from noon to midnight and provide a restaurant, a patio, a pub and a pool room. Qualifications & Experience: Our Servers should have a minimum of 3 years experience, and a “Serving it Right” certificate, but we are willing to train the right person. 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 Bookkeeper- Part-Time Company: Mitchell & Spencer Accountants Industry: Finance & Banking Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 9am Details: This is a permanent Part Time position - Preparation of payroll, monthly data entry and bank reconciliations - Preparation and filing of GST, PST, Payroll Deduction, and WorkSafe BC reports - Manage client relationships with professional attitude - Independent worker responsible for multiple client files who can manage their time and workload - Flexible work schedule - Competitive wage Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 2 years bookkeeping and payroll experience using Simply Accounting September 11 / 2017
How to apply: Forward resume to: brad6255@telus.net
Prep / Line Cook- Full-Time Company: Quarterdeck Pub Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 9am Details: Responsibilities include: - Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies - Prepare food for service - Cook menu items in cooperation with rest of the staff - Stock inventory appropriately - Comply with sanitation and nutrition regulations and safety standards - Maintain a positive and professional approach with co workers and customers Qualifications & Experience: - Proven cooking experience - Excellent understanding of the various cooking methods, ingredients and equipment - Accuracy and speed in executing the assigned tasks - Familiar with industry's best practices How to apply: Email : admin@quarterdeckresort.net Website: http://www.quarterdeckresort.net
Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2017 9am Details: -Prepare quality, consistent and wellpresented food items, ensure all guidelines and recipes outlined from the head-chef are met and adhered. -Prepare and stock for daily operation. -Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of the work-space and equipment. -Must be able to work in a fast paced environment, as part of a team or independent, on evenings and some weekends. -All shifts available, part time and full time. Qualifications & Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience as a cook is required. Red seal is an asset but not required. *We are able to train the right candidate for red seal certification. How to apply: email: sportybar@telus.net mail: 8700 Hastings St., Box 113, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 or drop off resume in person at the Pub Website: http://www.sportybar.ca
Cook / Chef- Full-Time Company: Sporty Bar & Grill Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality
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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. 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: Gwanak Nations) Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Nations Band Office PO Box 998, 154 Tsulquate Reserve Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0
STAFF Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Band Office Phone: (250) 949-8343 / Fax: (250) 949-7402 Roger Nopper,Band Manager manager@gwanaknations.ca / (250) 902-2309 Margaret Bernard, Finance margaretb@gwanaknations.ca (250) 902-2308 Lorna Henderson, Finace lornah@gwanaknations.ca/ (250) 902-2308 Conrad Browne, Economic Development ecdev@gwanak.info Lucy Scow, Social Development lscow@gwanaknations.ca/ (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 Communications (250) 902-2301 Chelsey Walkus, Food Security & Nutrition Coordinator chelseywalkus@gmail.com/ (250) 949-7406
COUNCIL Chief Paddy Walkus: (250) 949-1486 Sits on all committee / paddywalkus@gmail.com Ernie Henderson: (250) 230-4525 Darryl Coon: (250) 230-0866 Dodie Rufus: (250) 230-0295 Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034 Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852 Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459 Victor Walkus: (250) 230-1030 Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-4212
David Schmit, Natural Resource Manager David.schmidt@snrc.ca / (250) 902-2310 Grace Smith, Education grace.smith176@gmail.com / (250) 902-2320 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
Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Health & Family Services Front Desk: (250) 949-8131 / Fax: (250) 949-6811 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca Eke Me-Xi School (250) 949-8332
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