Dootilh - March 2017

Dootilh March 2017

”BUILDING A POWERFUL, PROSPEROUS AND PROUD COMMUNITY, HEALTHY IN MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT.”

KITAMAAT OPEN Get ready for number 13 /Page 4

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Kitamaat Open tournament marking 13 years with 2017 event /Kitamaat Open committee Plans are well underway for this years event. Once again we would like to acknowledge all the recreation staff from the District of Kitimat who make this event possible in its current form. They put in countless hours to help us plan everything and are there all weekend to make sure everything goes smoothly.

This year once again the Kitimat Chamber of Commerce is a partner in our event. Big shout out to Trish and Jill for handling the registrations and entry fees, working on our program and gathering all the local sponsorship. This is a huge help and keeps our event fair and transparent to all the outside teams.

Prescott Bolton is our lead official and head of the Rules Committee. He has his team ready to go.

The canteen and door will once again be run by the Haisla Jr Girls and Senior Women. Big thanks to Bernice Gardiner for her efforts to organize that.

We have tried to keep the event as affordable as possible. Elders are free, children 5 and under are free. We no longer do the gym clear for the Saturday evening games so the ticket price is $5 Friday, $5 all day Saturday and $5 all day Sunday (You get a hand stamp good for both venues at Mount Elizabeth Secondary and at the Haisla Recreation Centre.)

Thanks to Marcy with the District of Kitimat for securing our grand prize this year. Compliments of Central Mountain Air some lucky person will win two return tickets Terrace to Vancouver. One draw ticket per paid admission, so if you go all three days you will have 3 tickets in the draw. You must be present to win (draw will be at the awards ceremony after the ladies final on Sunday evening) and must be 19 years or older to win.

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Once again the Ladies and Mens final will be broadcast live on CFNR. Great to have this each year.

Once again we will be awarding the Cultural Spirit Award to someone who has overcome some difficulty to be a part of our event. Past winners include: Deanna Smith (Gray), Lance Nunes, Crystal Smith, Adelia Paul. Lawrence Shanoss, Mitch Woods and last year Kierra Stevens.

This is a guaranteed prize money event, which helps to draw in teams from all over the province.

This would not be possible without the generous support of our many sponsors. We will acknowledge all our sponsors properly in the days and weeks ahead.

We hope to have the maximum 12 Mens and 8 Ladies teams.

The theme of our event is "cultural warming" a chance for everyone to come together for a weekend of fun and high calibre basketball. The rosters are wide open, any combination of players is possible, to a maximum of 12 per team.

The rosters are final at the tip off of each team’s first game.

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Adrian Mercer delivers fitness and health Stepping into the role of Haisla Nation Councils Fitness and Recreation Centre Coordinator is Adrian Mercer, who recently took on the task on delivering healthy lifestyles to people in the Haisla community.

He says his journey in the world of health and fitness began in 2010 when he began working out with a group called Nisga’a Fitness.

“That’s where I got the love for working out,” he said. “Sure I played sports, but I found out later that wasn’t enough so I Had to add weight training in.”

It’s the ability to share his knowledge and work with different age groups which gives him the

every weekday at 5 pm. He said he’s looking to start individual bootcamps as well.

“Also, setting up walking programs for the

greatest joy in his work, he says.

However he also ads, “But I enjoy sharing a meal

elders and teach some Thai Chi to the younger elders.

with the elders and hearing their stories.”

Already he’s started the boot camp workout

“I know this is basketball town but I would like

program at the Recreation Centre, which runs at

to see other sports being played, like volleyball or

noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and

soccer,” he added.

Whitecaps hosting northern academy The Vancouver Whitecaps FC will be holding their Northern Academy events in Terrace and Kitimat. From their news release:

the main Northern Academy Centre in Prince George, as well as the Cariboo.

Participation in the Northwest BC Prospects

Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced that the

Academy is by invite only. All players must go

club’s Northern Academy Centre network has

through an evaluation process to be selected. The

expanded west to include programs in Prince

inaugural evaluations will take place between April

Rupert, Terrace, and Kitimat. The new programs are 18 to 23, with programs starting in May. in partnership with the Prince Rupert Youth Soccer

Information on registration and locations will be

Association (PRYSA), the Terrace Youth Soccer

posted at a later date at

Association (TYSA), and the Kitimat Youth Soccer

whitecapsfc.com/princerupert and

Association (KYSA). They join current programs at

whitecapsfc.com/terracekitimat.

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Master of environmental sciences: Candice Wilson takes education to next level The Bachelor’s life just wasn’t enough for Candice Wilson.

Wilson is an Environmental Biologist for Haisla Nation Council’s Lands and Resources department, using her Bachelor of Science with a major in Environmental Science.

Today, however, she boasts a Master’s degree in Environmental Science.

Wilson says she took herself by surprise when she found she had the motivation to pursue the Master’s degree. She describes herself feeling “in the clear” as provided resources to get her through the program.

When her Master’s arrived in the mail not long far as doing any more schooling, but in 2012 she spotted an ad for a Master’s degree that could be

ago, that’s when it hit her that she had truly accom-

done online. She went for it.

plished this achievement.

Now, she will continue to work with HNC, while

She said she’s grateful for so much support, nota-

running a small side-business out of her home.

bly her family as she managed parenthood with her

But now, armed with a Masters, she has great am-

full-time work responsibilities.

bitions for the future, with an eye to eventually take

She also received funding support through Haisla

on managerial roles.

Nation Council’s post-secondary program, which

Students from Haisla Community School and the high schools participated in Pink Shirt Day on February 22 in the Haisla Recreation Centre, with games, lunch and dancing. The day is part of the national campaign to stop bullying.

You can learn more about Pink Shirt Day online at pinkshirtday.ca.

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Need some help? Call these numbers for support When it comes to mental health support, there are resources both within Haisla Nation Council and in the province at large that can provide assistance.

Within HNC, the organization has just taken on a full-time social worker and mental health counsellor.

Susan Viveiros, 250-615-7532 In order to get fully funded by FNHA to go the above counsellors is to cite a relative who went to Residential school. They would need the relative's legal name, birthdate and the name of the residential

Jennifer Lagace has a Masters’ degree in Social Work. school he or she attended.

You can reach Jennifer by phone at 250-639-9361 Ext. 350.

For members who want to attend drug and addictions treatment and healing centres the list is: Note:

Away from the Haisla community itself, there is

FNHA will only fund treatments received at accredited centres.

also the provincially and federally funded 24/7 First

KITIMAT - Gya Wa'Tlaab Healing Centre, 250-

Nations Health Authority (FNHA) sponsored KUUUS Crisis line at 1-800-588-8717 or 1-800-KUU US17, that provides mental health counselling across the province.

639-9817 VANDERHOOF - Carrier Sekani Family services, 250-567-2900 VANCOUVER- Hey-Way-Nogu Healing Circle

Between Terrace and Smithers, the FNHA has also For Addictions Society, 604-874-1831 listed accredited mental health counsellors that members can consult.

ROUND LAKE - Interior Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Society, 250-546-3077

These are:

PORT ALBERNI - Kackaamin Family Develop-

SMITHERS

ment Centre, 250-723-7789

Kirsten Morgan (Jukes-Huges), 250-877-0794 Ruth Murdoch, 250-847-4989

ALERT BAY - Namgis Treatment Centre, 250 974-5522

Jessican Williams, 250-643-0096

WILLIAMS LAKE - Nengayni Wellness Centre,

SOUTH HAZELTON

250-989-0301

Elizabeth Larson, 778-202-1670

DAWSON CREEK - North Wind Healing Centre Society, 250-843-6977

TERRACE

CRESTON - Three Voices of Healing Society,

Dr. Ted Altar, 250-635-3888

778-526-2501

Deborah McCooey, 250-615-6548 Joelle McKiernan, 250-635-6707

VICTORIA - Tsow - Tun Le Lum, 250-390-3123

Devin Thomas Pollitt, 250-635-0980

KITWANGA - Wilp Si Satwx ( House of Purification), 250-849-5211

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Notes on healthy living from Eric Bottah, Health Manager Living with diabetes is all about managing your blood sugar levels. This is a chronic illness, but you can live well with it if you manage it. A huge part of that management is diet.

Several lifestyle factors can affect your well-being as a diabetic and your blood sugar levels, but what you eat on a daily basis is one of the most important.

but your body has developed a resistance to it and it no longer adequately lowers blood glucose levels.

Eating healthful, balanced meals can help maintain a steady blood sugar level and smoothies can be a part of this balance.

Type 2 diabetes is sometimes called adult-onset, as it is rare to develop in children. In adults type 2 is the most common kind of diabetes, accounting for around 90 percent of all cases.

There are even some recommended “superfoods� that are particularly good for controlling blood sugar and they all work well in smoothies.

It develops in stages and can be prevented or even reversed with proper lifestyle changes, including diet, weight loss, and exercise.

Of course, it is important that you discuss any lifestyle changes, such as your diet, with your doctor.

Type 2 diabetes is strongly associated with obesity.

DIABETES: TYPE 1 AND TYPE 2 MANAGING BLOOD SUGAR WITH DIET Diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases characterized by high blood sugar, or glucose.

Eating right is a huge part of managing both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Most common are type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is sometimes called juvenile diabetes because it is usually first diagnosed during childhood.

If you have either you should work with your doctor or a nutritionist to come up with a proper diet and to make sure you are eating the right foods and avoiding the wrong ones.

If you have type 1 diabetes, your pancreas doesn’t make insulin, the hormone that regulates glucose.

Because diabetes is all about blood sugar levels, what you eat is crucial. The foods you eat, when you eat them, and how much you eat, all contribute to your blood sugar. A meal plan that keeps that level steady and normal is ideal.

In a healthy person, the pancreas releases insulin when blood sugar levels get too high.

The insulin goes to work lowering the amount of glucose in the blood.

Nutritionists and dieticians use several different techniques for helping diabetics plan their eating.

Type 1 diabetics need to inject insulin regularly to maintain a normal blood sugar level.

There is the plate method, which involves dividing your meal plates into sections containing appropri-

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ate foods: half of the plate is for nonstarchy vegetables, one quarter is for grains and starches, and the other quarter is for protein.

Another strategy is carb counting. Carbohydrates are a source of glucose in your diet, so by keeping track of and limiting how many you consume each day, you can control your blood sugar.

A general rule is to stick to 45 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per meal, but the correct number for you may be different depending on your personal needs.

With the carb counting method, you are also encouraged to include healthy fats and lean proteins in every meal.

Diabetic-friendly smoothies

As a general rule for living with diabetes, all nutritionists and doctors agree that balancing healthful foods is important.

Aim to eat a balance of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins at every meal.

Avoid foods that are high in sugar, processed foods, and those made with refined, white grains, instead of whole grains. These foods can cause a dangerous spike your blood sugar.

OTHER IMPORTANT LIFESTYLE HABITS

Another way to avoid foods that will cause your blood sugar to spike is to consider the glycemic index.

First and foremost is simply making the commitment to manage your chronic disease. Those who are careful about diabetes management are much less likely to develop complications.

This is a rating that describes the effect a food has on blood sugar. The higher the rating, the more that food raises your blood glucose level.

Managing the disease means making healthy lifestyle choices, but also seeing your doctor regularly.

You don’t need to avoid high-glycemic index foods altogether, but you should limit them and eat them with foods that are rated lower to balance them out.

While diet is the most important lifestyle factor for managing diabetes, there are others.

For lifestyle habits, in addition to a healthy diet, you should also be getting regular exercise.

Exercise and losing weight can prevent and even reverse type 2 diabetes and helps manage type 1.

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Experts also recommend that diabetics avoid smoking and drink only moderately, keep cholesterol and blood pressure levels low, and manage stress.

Use natural nut butters, like almond or peanut butter, or whole raw nuts in your smoothies for creaminess and flavour.

Healthy Smoothies for Diabetics:

Dairy:

If you plan them well; smoothies can be a healthy part of a diabetic diet.

Yogurt and milk are good choices for a diabetic smoothie. They provide a good source of protein, vitamin D, and calcium.

In fact, there are certain foods that are great for regulating blood sugar levels and smoothies are a fun and easy way to make sure you eat them every day.

Whole grains: Whole grains are packed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and protein and they are low on the glycemic index scale.

According to the American Diabetes Association, superfoods for diabetics are those that have a lowglycemic index rating and that contain important nutrients including fibre, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, and E.

They may not be your first choice in a smoothie recipe, but you can blend them in to add nutrition, a smooth texture, and minimal extra flavour. Whole, rolled oats work particularly well.

Green, leafy vegetables:

There are a few other superfoods recommended by the American Diabetic Association, which you may or may not want to try in a smoothie recipe.

These are a superfood for everyone, not just diabetics and the darker the green colour, the better.

Choose Spinach or kale for your smoothie, as they have a mild flavour that you can cover up with other ingredients.

Beans are great for providing fibre, vitamins, and protein and for filling you up for a long period of time.

Berries:

White beans have a particularly mild flavour, so you can add a quarter to a half a cup to a smoothie to give it a creamy texture.

Any type of berry, including strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and more, are great for diabetics because although they taste sweet, they rate low on the glycemic index.

Balance it with something flavourful, like cacao or coconut milk.

They are also high in fibre, vitamins, and other nutrients.

Sweet potatoes are also recommended for their lowglycemic index rating, high fibre, and high levels of vitamin A. With their sweet flavours, you can make a smoothie with cooked sweet potato that actually tastes good.

Citrus: Another great ingredient for smoothies, citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, are rich in vitamins. Use whole fruits rather than juices to get the benefits of the high fibre content.

Here are a couple of smoothie recipes to get you started. Each one contains one or more of the diabetic superfoods and is low in sugar.

Nuts and natural nut butters. Nuts are high in fibre, magnesium, and healthy fats.

They are also a good source of protein and can help you feel fuller longer if you are trying to lose weight.

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Remember when making your smoothies for a diabetic diet that you should avoid added sugar. Let the natural sugars in these ingredients be the sweeteners.

Harvest Time Sweet Potato Smoothie: This recipe is perfect for fall and will get you in the mood for cider mills, cool and crisp days, and Thanksgiving.

1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 small orange, peeled but with much of the pith left (pith is high in fibre) 1 cup spinach, baby kale, or a mix of the two

Blend the following ingredients until you get a creamy, smooth consistency: 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

1/2 cup frozen berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, etc.) 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (Greek yogurt is high in protein)

1/2 banana, frozen if you want a chilled smoothie Living with diabetes isn’t always easy, but if you are careful to manage your chronic disease, you can live a normal life with minimal complications.

1/2 cup of sweet potato, cooked and peeled 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter

Diet is an integral part of that management and smoothies can help you fit in more of those superfoods that will help regulate your blood sugar.

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon to taste Green Diabetic Smoothie: Green smoothies are for everyone, but this one includes some diabetic superfoods and no added sugar.

Blend the ingredients until you get the consistency you like:

For more information and another take on this topic check out Tracy Russell’s (of Incredible Smoothies) article on Green Smoothie Recipes for Type 2 Diabetes. There are a number of smoothie recipes that diabetics have submitted that are working for them.

Sadie Omejc along with her family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Haisla Nation for their love, prayers and support during her recent illness.

Special thanks also to the Haisla Health Centre in their quick response in arranging transportation, accommodations and meal money for Sadie to have family support at her side while in Terrace and then in Vancouver for her extended stay.

For every person that did not hesitate to offer their support to our family, we give you thanks and please know that your thoughtfulness will not be forgotten.

Sincerely Sadie Omejc and Family

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Learn about summer jobs, and OFA3 coming in April - Need a summer job? The Education & Train-

students returning to post-secondary next year.

ing Department will help you find a position that

Please email Tanya Rexin (trexin@haisla.ca) for

matches your interests and training. Opportunities

more info.

are available across the province, including Kitamaat Village, Vancouver and Victoria. Travel assistance

- OFA3 will be available at KVI on April 18. Contact a job coach for more information.

may be available to assist you to travel to the job lo-

- HNC is considering sponsoring Welding Foun-

cation. E-mail Deanna Gray at dgray@haisla.ca if

dations and Electrical Foundations. If you are inter-

you are interested.

ested in either of these trades, please notify Deanna

- Apply Now for summer jobs at Rio Tinto for

Gray (dgray@haisla.ca) to be added to the list.

Learning experiences

The HNC Education & Training department visited Haisla students at a select few postsecondary campuses in March, in order to connect with and receive feedback from the students about their experiences with post-secondary and with the HNC department itself. Shown here are the Haisla students meeting with some HNC Education and Training staff at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops.

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Deadline to register is April 3, 2017

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Combating invasive plant species Yeowtz Haisla,

the problem. Some cannot be eradicated and only

Over the years there have been several different

contained to specific areas in BC.

reports of invasive species' within our territory.

There are also other categories of invasive species:

Over the next few months I will be submitting a

Animal, Fish, and Insects and Fungi.

write-up on each.

The list of Invasive Animals can be found at:

Most, if not all, invasive plants have been sold at

bcinvasives.ca/invasive-species/identify/invasive-

plant nurseries as "easy to grow" plants. Basically

plants. These can be released intentionally or acci-

weeds, since once planted these can outgrow many

dentally; the animals spread new diseases' or out

of the local plants. Once the plant is in the estab-

compete local species.

lished it can be difficult to eradicate. If the area

The list of Invasive Fish can be found at:

looks like it was farmed (along the highway edges),

bcinvasives.ca/invasive-species/identify/invasive-

then it is most likely an invasive plant. If you are

fish. These species listed are freshwater species only.

unsure of which plants to avoid, you can go to the

The list of Invasive Insects and Fungi can be

Invasive Species of BC website:

found at: bcinvasives.ca/invasive-

bcinvasives.ca/commitments/commit-to-be-plantwise species/identify/invasive-insects-fungi. These can There are several species that listed as invasive or

be spread by improper disposal of plants and soils.

noxious weed. Some of the ones around here are:

Or the movement of turf and soils or gravel.

Japanese Knotweed, Himalayan Balsam, Oxeye Dai-

The Invasive Species found in Oceans or Federal

sy and Common Tansy. A list of Invasive Plants are

lands are covered under the Federal Initiatives;

at this webpage: http://bcinvasives.ca/invasive-

found at: canadainvasives.ca.

species/identify/invasive-plants/ There are different weed control options for each

DFO also has initiatives in different areas, including the European Green Crab. Learn more at

of the invasive plants. These range from mechanical www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/science/environmental(weed pull or cutting plant down) to covering (with

environnement/ais-eae/index-eng.htm.

either a full light blocking tarp or clear plastic) to

Different classes of Invasive Species are at:

biocontrol (introducing plant specific insects or fun- www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/science/environmentalgus) to chemical (herbicide spray). It must be noted environnement/ais-eae/identify-eng.html that not all control options will work for all plants.

From the desk of Chris Wilson

Improper selection of control options will worsen

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Rangers Captain Scott MacDonald, left, and WO Dan Hryhoryshen visited Haisla Community School last month to teach the students about the Junior Canadian Rangers program. There was a lot of interest for the exciting program, and it’s hoped there could be a Ranger program as soon as this summer.

Helping a Vulnerable Adult Get Support Information from: www.trustee.bc.ca/services/services-toadults/pages/assessment-and-investigation-services.aspx An adult who cannot manage their own financial, legal and personal care matters are vulnerable in our society. They may find routine banking and legal matters difficult or even impossible, lose track of bank accounts, forget to pay bills or be persuaded to turn property over to strangers. It can sometimes be difficult to know if or when to step in. Sometimes adults cannot seek the help they need because of a physical restraint, a physical disability, an illness, disease, injury or other condition that affects their ability to make decisions.

Each year many people call the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) to find out what they can do to help a friend or relative who is not able to manage finances, legal matters and health and personal decisions on their own or to report possible abuse, neglect or self neglect of an adult who may not be able to manage independently. British Columbia’s laws give the PGT and designated agencies (health authorities and Community Living BC) the ability to respond to concerns about a vulnerable adult.

Making a Report to PGT When there are Financial and Legal Concerns If you have concerns about the financial and 16

legal affairs of a vulnerable adult, use the referral form to make a report to the PGT. Please fill in the referral form as much as possible. If you use the manual version, you can print it out and mail or fax the completed form to the PGT. If you use the electronic form, you can fill it in online and submit via email. (Referral forms available at the website listed at the beginning of this article.)

The PGT is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of all information provided, including the identity of persons making a report. The collection, use and disclosure of personal information must comply with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and other BC legislation.

How the PGT Responds to Concerns about Vulnerable Adults When the PGT receives reports or allegations of financial abuse, neglect or self neglect, our staff will gather information and determine if further investigation is required.

The PGT can provide initial support by: • providing information on options available to help the adult; •consulting on problems related to complex risk situations involving abuse, neglect or self neglect; or initiating an investigation, if required.

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Alcohol and brain injury don’t mix Alcohol and brain injury recovery

Alcohol may affect brain injury survivors more than it did before their injury.

Recovery from brain injury continues for much longer than we used to think possible. Many people notice improvements for many years after injury.

Alcohol slows down or stops brain injury recovery.

Not drinking is one way to give the brain the best chance to heal.

People's lives often continue to improve many years after brain injury. Not drinking will increase the chance of improvement.

The negative mental effects of alcohol can last from days to weeks after drinking stops.

Not drinking is one way to keep your mental abilities at their best and stay sharp and focused.

Alcohol and mood Depression is about 8 times more common in the first year after TBI than in the general population.

Alcohol is a "depressant" drug, and using alcohol can cause or worsen depression.

Alcohol, brain injury and seizures Traumatic brain injury puts survivors at risk for developing seizures (epilepsy).

Alcohol lowers the seizure threshold and may trigger seizures.

Not drinking can reduce the risk of developing seizures.

Alcohol can reduce the effectiveness of anti-depressant medications. People who are taking antidepressants should not drink alcohol.

One way to improve problems with sadness or depression after TBI is to stop or cut down on the use of alcohol.

How much alcohol is "safe" after TBI?

Alcohol and the risk of having another brain injury After a brain injury, survivors are at higher risk (3 to 8 times higher) of having another brain injury.

Drinking alcohol puts survivors at an even higher risk of having a second brain injury. This may be because both brain injury and alcohol can affect coordination and balance.

Not drinking can reduce the risk of having another brain injury.

Alcohol and mental functioning Alcohol and brain injury have similar negative effects on mental abilities like memory and thinking flexibility.

Alcohol magnifies some of the cognitive problems caused by brain injury.

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After TBI the brain is more sensitive to alcohol.

This means that even one or two drinks may not be safe, especially when you need to do things that require balance, coordination and quick reactions, such as walking on uneven surfaces, riding a bicycle or driving a car. The fact is, there is no safe level of alcohol use after TBI. Alcohol and medications Alcohol is especially dangerous after TBI if you are taking certain prescription medications. Alcohol can make some medicines less effective and can greatly increase the effects of others, potentially leading to overdose and death. Using alcohol along with antianxiety medications or pain medications can be highly dangerous because of the possible multiplying effect.

What about using other drugs?

Alcohol is a drug. Almost everything mentioned above about alcohol applies equally to other drugs.

If your drug of choice is something other than alcohol-such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine or prescription drugs, anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines such as Ativan, Valium, or Xanax), or pain medication (opioids like Percocet, Oxycodone or Oxycontin)-many of the same principles apply.

Plan your transportation so you don't drink and drive: have a non-drinking designated driver; plan to spend the night where you are doing your drinking; or drink only at home.

To avoid dangerous peaks in blood alcohol concentrations, drink beer rather than hard liquor, or mix hard liquor with water instead of with sweet, carbonated beverages.

What should you do?

The stakes are higher when people choose to use alcohol after having a TBI. Some people continue drinking after a TBI and don't have any desire to change that behavior. Others know they probably should stop or reduce alcohol use, but don't know how or have tried in the past and not been successful.

Sip your drinks slowly (no more than one per hour). Drinking too fast can make the pleasant feelings of alcohol go away.

Drinking in bars slows some people down because of the expense. However, be sure you do not drive after drinking.

Take vitamins B1 (thiamine), B12 and folate to reThere are many ways to stop using alcohol or other duce the chances of alcohol-related brain damage. drugs and many ways to reduce the potential for Keep your drinking to no more than two drinks per harm. The great majority of people who have day.

Or cut back on certain days of the week, such stopped having alcohol problems did it on their as weeknights. own. They got no professional help or counseling and did not use Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Don't Take a drinking "holiday" (days or weeks when you underestimate your ability to change if you want to. decide not to drink at all). This can remind you of There are many ways to change, cut down or stop some of the benefits of being sober. drinking: The key ingredients to changing your drinking are: (1) find people who will support your efforts to change your drinking; (2) set a specific goal; (3) make clear how you will meet your goal; (4) identify situations or emotions that can trigger drinking, and figure out ways to cope with those triggers ahead of time; and (5) find ways to reward yourself for sticking to your plan and meeting your goals.

Community Resources North West Counselling Tel: 1-888-638-8311 Alcoholics Anonymous Tel: 250-639-4130 Gya'wa'tlaab Healing Centre Society Tel: 250-6399817 Northern Health Addictions Services: Tel: 250-6323181 Ext 2

Reduce the harm from drinking All community members be mindful that a person For those who don't want to stop drinking, it is still suffering from a traumatic brain injury is vulnerable possible to reduce some harm from drinking: when consuming alcohol and this may have negative consequences on their health.

Eat food and drink water before you drink alcohol.

This will help reduce the sharp spike in blood alcoThank you for your cooperation in not enabling hol level that can cause nausea, vomiting, falls, this behavior and for your understanding. blackouts and alcohol poisoning.

- Haisla Health Centre.

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Many fans for Haisla author Eden Robinson Haisla author Eden Robinson's new book Son of a Trickster was part of a book launch at the Vancouver Public Library, February 22. Although there were two other authors at this writer's event, it was clear from the audience (at least 200+ people attended) questions and the lineup for author book signing that the majority came for the Haisla author!

AYE-CUE (good) for Eden as she's a fine example for what following one's dreams and educational path can lead to!

At least 12 Haisla Vancouver Urban GAH-U-CALOOT book lovers showed up to buy, listen and lend our support to our very own famous Haisla author and we all enjoyed the event - shown here near the end of a very long line-up (about 30

people) to get the Eden to sign their books are fellow GAH-U-CA-LOOT book lovers: Fran Bolton, Missy and her son Marcus Wilson.

(Picture and article submitted by Lyle Wilson)

Job Opportunities

Dinner in Village to mark end of Gateway project

Always remember to check out Haisla.ca (Jobs are under the ‘Council’ tab) or capacitydevelopment.haisla.ca for current job opportunities either within Haisla Nation Council or outside the organization.

In November 2016, the Canadian Federal government rejected the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline project, ending the possibility of the project.Haisla Nation Council will host a celebration dinner to mark this decision which protects our territory, and to recognize the people whose hard work helped ensure this success for the Nation. Haisla members are welcome to join this celebration.

For HNC there is a Document Control Date: Monday, March 27, 2017 Clerk position open, which closes on Time: 5:30 pm, at the Haisla Recreation Centre March 27.

Listed on the Capacity Development page, KVI is looking for two Excavator Operators for a client dismantling potlines at Rio Tinto.

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