Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxd’xw ‘Nakwaxd’xw Band Staff & Chief and Council We would like to wish wish you all a Merry Christmas & Happy New Years Years.
The Gwasala-‘Nakwaxda’xw ‘Nakwaxda’xw Elders would like to wish you all a Happy Holiday with your families and loved ones. The last week of work have approached us. We will be winding down for the holidays. The Elder’s Centre will be closed during the Holidays. Meli Kismis & Happy New Year to you all <3 With much love & respect, Silena George Elder’s Program Admin (250) 949-7406
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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: GwasalaNakwaxdaxw) 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@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2309 Margaret Bernard/ Lorna Henderson, Finance margaretb@gwanak.info/ (250) 902-2308 Conrad Browne, Economic Development ecdev@gwanak.info Lucy Scow, Social Development lucyscow@gmail.com/ (250) 902-2307 Colleen Hemphill, Treaty collenh@gntreaty.org/ (250) 949-8424 Linda Paul, Administrative Assistance Kasalas4859/ (250) 949-8994 Leo Lawson, Capital Specialist Officer lhanslawson@msn.com/(250) 902-2306 Katrina Johnny/Wade Charlie, Communications (250) 902-2301 Chelsey Walkus, Food Security & Nutrition Coordinator chelseywalkus@gmail.com/ (250) 949-7406 David Schmit, Natural Resource Manager David.schmidt@snrc.ca / (250) 902-2310
COUNCIL Chief Paddy Walkus: (250) 949-1486 Sits on all committee / paddywalkus@gmail.com Ernie Henderson: (250) 230-3404 Lucy Scow: (250) 230-4275
Grace Smith, 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
Grace Smith (250) 230-5001 Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034 Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852 Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459
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
Victor Walkus: (250) 230-1030 Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-9251
Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca Eke Me-Xi School (250) 949-8332
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Membership Clerk Update: Hello Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation! I am very happy to say I am now doing status cards! I have been making appointments, my days and hours of working in the Membership office is every Tuesdays and Thursdays From 8:00am-4:00pm. Call on those days for Membership work only. I am now all booked up for this month of December for status cards, I will now be making appointments for January 2017! I work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday as the Receptionist. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask, I am happy to answer any questions. Again if you are inquiring about the Newest Status cards that last for 10 years, you can get the forms online at www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca or if you need help you can come here to the office and I can help you. I have attached another form of what is required to get a status card, please have a look at it. Thank you and Merry Christmas to you all! Bernadine Clayton Receptionist/Membership Clerk (250)949-8343
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Job Posting: Customer Relationship Representative Contract Company: Scotiabank Industry: Finance & Banking .Wage: $16/hour .Expiry Date: Thursday, December 29, 2016 - 8am .Details: This job is a Monday to Friday position. Guaranteed 22.5 hours/week with the opportunity for more, to manage operations and cover absences. Business dress code is expected. .Qualifications & Experience: Looking for an energetic, customer oriented, self driven and reliable individual. Would like to see the applicant have customer service experience, telephone and communication skills as well as be very familiar/confident with computers. Must be a team player. .How to apply: Please come to the branch with your resume and fill out our job application. Scotia Bank in Port Hardy Grader Operator - Full-Time Company: Lemare Group .Industry: Forestry .Wage: Union .Expiry Date: Thursday, December 29, 2016 8am .Details: *Must able to start ASAP .Qualifications & Experience: *Experienced Grader Operator on BC Coastal Logging Roads *Must Possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License *Experience operating G14 Cat a must *Mechanically inclined *Ability to work independently *Follow company processes and company safe work procedures and practices. .How to apply: Please forward resume to: Jennifer Ravai: email: office@lemare.ca or fax: 250-956-4888 Insurance Agent - Level 2 General - FullTime Company: Coastal Community Credit Union .Industry: Finance & Banking
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.Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Thursday, December 29, 2016 8am .Details: Coastal Community Insurance Services (2007) Ltd, a subsidiary of Coastal Community Credit Union, is seeking an experienced Level 2 Insurance Representative to support the Port McNeill and Port Hardy Insurance Agencies. Coastal Community Credit Union is the largest financial services organization based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands and serves over 110,000 members and clients through its 23 branches, 16 insurance offices and 4 business centres. Coastal Community is committed to improving financial health, enriching lives and building healthier communities. Reporting to the Regional Insurance Manager, North, the successful candidate provides support to clients in the promotion of all insurance products and services and in the processing of insurance related transactions for personal lines, automobile insurance, and some commercial insurance. The successful candidate will also respond to client reports concerning loss or damage to facilitate the processing of claims. .Qualifications & Experience: To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must have applicable licensing, advanced knowledge of personal lines insurance, a working knowledge of commercial insurance, the ability to take over a book of renewals, and advanced ICBC experience. In addition, candidates must have a minimum of one year customer service experience, preferably in a retail environment, excellent communication skills and a willingness to pursue continuous learning opportunities. How to apply: To apply for this opportunity, please visit the Coastal Careers site listed just below. .Website: http://www.cccu.ca/careers Front Desk & Handyman - Full-Time Company: Glen Lyon Inn .Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Thursday, December 29, 2016 - 8am .Details:
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Your duties will include but are not limited to: Working night shift, Front Desk, cleaning lobby, changing light bulbs, small jobs, painting. .Qualifications & Experience: Job Requirements: Must be in good physical health, knowledgeable in basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other maintenance skills. Start date: January 2017 .How to apply: Please apply in person with resume to 6435 Hardy Bay Road, email resume to: info@glenlyoninn.com Fax to 250-949-7415 or Mail resume to: Glen Lyon Inn Box103, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Attn: Ann Grey
Early Childhood Educator - Full-Time Company: Kwigwis Daycare .Industry: Education .Wage: DOE .Expiry Date: Monday, December 26, 2016 - 8am .Details: Reporting to the Manager the Early Childhood Educator will work within the early childhood program providing high quality care and creative, culturally appropriate programming for children. Applicant should work effectively as a team member, be self motivated, and have the ability to work independently.The applicant should also maintain professional standards and maintain confidentiality with respect to families and work. .Qualifications & Experience: Early Chilhood Educator certificate or Diploma, Valid licence to practice Criminal record clearance to work with children Valid first aid/CPR certificate Provide a doctors note attesting your good physical and psychological health .How to apply: In person at 99a Tsakis Way, email kwigwis@kwakiutl.bc.ca or mail Apply to Manager Donna Adlington Box 1440 Port Hardy BC V0N 2P0 Boom Man - Full-Time Company: Lemare Group .Industry: Forestry
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.Wage: Union .Expiry Date: Friday, December 23, 2016 - 8am .Details: This position is based out of Port McNeill .Qualifications & Experience: *Experienced Coastal Boom Man *Minimum 5 years experience *Stowing and towing of log booms with Dozer or Sidewinders *Boom stick drilling *Sorting Export and Domestic Time *Valid MED3 Ticket *Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence *Strong approach to safety *Ability to work independently *Strong communications skills How to apply: Please send resume attention: Jennifer Ravai, email: office@lemare.ca or fax: 250-956-4888 .Family Consultant, Community Poverty Reduction Initiative - Part-Time Company: BC Ministry of Children and Family Development .Industry: Social Services .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Friday, December 23, 2016 - 8am .Details: BC Public Service Ministry of Children and Family Development Port Hardy, British Columbia Family Consultant, Community Poverty Reduction Initiative Permanent Part-Time (0.5 FTE) 35 hours biweekly Hourly Wage: $29.64 to $33.80, plus isolation allowance Do you want to make a difference for families with children living in poverty in the community you live and work in? This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social services professional who has an interest in community development and assisting families living on a low income to identify, navigate and access services and supports.
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Through the Community Poverty Reduction Initiative, the Ministry of Children and Family Development is working collaboratively with local government, community stakeholders, the business sector and other ministries to support or develop meaningful community based solutions to poverty and address the specific challenges that families are facing. A Family Consultant is needed in the community of Port Hardy to work in partnership with local government and other community stakeholders to develop, implement and enhance local poverty reduction approaches, strategies and plans. The position will also work in partnership with families living on a low income to develop individualized plans that that will assist them in navigating systems and connecting them with programs, supports and services. With your extensive experience in the social services field, you will work collaboratively with the community to address the impacts of poverty by developing strategies that will not only mitigating the effects of poverty but also reducing poverty. We are seeking someone who is motivated and excited about change and innovation, have the ability to successfully bring people together for a common goal and are open to new and innovative ways to provide assistance to families. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we look forward to your application. .Qualifications & Experience: Qualifications for this role include: • Bachelor’s degree in humanities, social sciences, public administration, community development, education or related fields; AND • A minimum of three years social services related experience; OR • An equivalent combination for education and experience may be considered (i.e. related diploma and 5 years of social services related experience) • Social services related experience must include: • Experience delivering services to a diverse range of clients. • Experiencing working with a diverse group of stakeholders.
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How to apply: For more information and to apply by January 6, 2017, please go to: https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgibin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=37954 Attention: only applications submitted through the BC Public Service’s employment website (see link above) will be accepted. Website:https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgibin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=37954 Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant - FullTime Company: North Island Veterinary Clinic .Industry: Health .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Friday, December 23, 2016 - 8am .Details: We are currently looking for a receptionist/veterinary assistant for the Port McNeill Veterinary Clinic. Hours are 9:30 - 4:30 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. How to apply: Please submit a resume with three references to nivh@cablerocket.com Library Page - Part-Time Company: Vancouver Island Regional Library Industry: Public Works & Services .Wage: $10.85/hr. .Expiry Date: Wednesday, December 21, 2016 8am .Details: Library Page - Sointula Job Description: The Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) is seeking a part time Library Page employee to work in the Sointula branch. The scheduled shift will appeal to high school, home schooled and university students: Saturday 12:00 - 2:00. The successful candidate will be an outgoing individual who takes pride in organization and accuracy. Duties include shelving materials and routine library tasks. Characteristics include: - good communication skills - completing tasks in a timely and accurate manner - the proven ability to work with people of all ages - demonstrated commitment to the highest quality library service December 19/ 2016
- enthusiasm for innovation .Qualifications & Experience: 15 years of age or older. A full time high school student or college student registered for at least 3 credit courses. Reliably reports for scheduled shifts. Demonstrated abilities to work cooperatively in a team environment and be well organized and efficient. Ability to deal competently with routine problems. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to lift and carry cartons of supplies and library materials. .How to apply: Interested candidates should submit a single pdf document including a cover letter and resume to hr@virl.bc.ca clearly identifying the skills and knowledge that would make them successfull in this position. This posting closes at 4 pm on 20 December 2016. .Website: http://virl.bc.ca/job/library-pagesointula Senior Accounting Clerk - Full-Time Company: Kwakiutl Band Council .Industry: Other .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Monday, December 19, 2016 - 3pm .Details: Located on the northern tip of Vancouver Island, the Kwakiutl Indian Band is a rural community located in Fort Rupert (approximately 10 minutes away from Port Hardy). The Kwakiutl Band Council offers a variety of programs, supports and services, including education, social development, housing, economics, fisheries, accounting, treaty negotiation, language, child and youth, and administrative management. The nation employs approximately 70 staff members. The senior accounting clerk reports to the Band Manager and works closely with program managers and directors. The accounting department consists of a senior accounting clerk and two junior accounting clerks Qualifications & Experience: For Complete details see the attached PDF .How to apply: Submit your resume with covering letter, certification documents and transcripts, along
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with salary expectations and three references by December 18th, 2016 to: Lavina Hunt Acting Band Manager PO Box 2767 Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Email: social-dev@kwakiutl.bc.ca Fax: 250.949.6066 Instructor, Adult Basic Education - English Company: North Island College .Industry: Education .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Friday, December 16, 2016 - 8am .Details: North Island College is seeking a sessional faculty member to instruct English for the Adult Basic Education Program at the College's Mt Waddington Regional Campus. .Qualifications & Experience: Complete details on this position and how to apply are available in the link below. The posting ID number is 101357. .How to apply: careers.nic.bc.ca/applicants/Central?quickFind=5 2967 .Website:http://careers.nic.bc.ca/applicants/Centr al?quickFind=52967
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Birthday & Requests Melanie Cassanda wishing my princess Kadence pie a very Happy Birthday.. love you always from Mommy Mel and bubba Chubs ❤ dec 15th
Lloyd Charlie December 25th and January 1st wishing everyone merry Christmas and a happy new year from my family to yours
Janine Henderson Happy 9th birthday to our queen Leanne on Dec 22nd <3 love mommy and your brothers Daisy Coon Would "Love" To "Wish" ALL ❤ HEARTS ❤ A Very Happy MERRY CHRISTMAS And Happy New Year .. Best In The New Year Hugs & Love To U All.. FROM MY FAMILY TO UR'S..
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Gladys Dawson Happy bday sis prissy luv you with all my heart Happy bday to sis Lisa luv you sis I hope you both have a good day both Dec 18th. I would like to wish a good friend Paula Walkus a happy bday have a good day luv you Dec 18th Pamela Charlie Happy Birthday Kadence on Dec. 15th ❤ Dora Speck on Dec. 26th. Jodie on Dec. 31st . ☺ Hope everyone has a safe fun Christmas and Happy New year Jean Ann Walkus Happy birthday to my Son Clarence Shawn Henry Baker. December 14. Lots of Love Mom Bro's & Sis' s
Mable Rufus Munn Happy Birthday to my baby sister, M.Dodie, have a blessed day, you deserve it! Love from Mable, Geno, Mable Rufus MunnonGeno MunnmuSolomon Munnah ahSamuel MunnmaKinah Munn And Emanuel. Scooby Charlie Happy birthday to my brother bud for the 24 of December love brother Daniel and Britt and kids Melanie Cassanda and i'd like to wish Lloyd Charlie a very happy unbirthday.. have a great unbirthday neph
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