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Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Elder’s & Youth Fundraiser Event Yo fellow Community members & supporters! The Elder’s Program & Youth Program are happy to announce that we will be working together on hosting a fundraiser that will take place at the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Elder’s Centre on Friday March 3, 2017 starting at 11:30am- 3pm. The youth will be doing the hot lunch: BBQ fish with your 2 choices of Green salad, pasta salad or potato salad for just $10
The Elders will have a loonie auction, bake sale, & a garage sale in the Big Room. Any help would be greatly appreciated. This is a great way to raise funds for both Programs for their future activities they have planned. For more information, please call Silena George or Vanessa Walkus at (250) 9497406. The address is 150 Ba’as Road Gilakasla, Silena George, Elder’s Program Administrator & Vanessa Walkus, Youth Sports & Recreation Coordinator
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Yo Wiksas! This month has been very busy. We have had numerous info sessions for the Hi'li'gam (Trust) and our chairman, Leslie Walkus. For those of you that did not get the notice with all the info session dates, the next one will be next Thursday Feb.16 @ 4:30pm. Please keep in mind that the same information is shared at the 5 information sessions. There are multiple sessions so that as many people can attend which ever session best suites their schedule. Don't forget, the more times you show up for an information session, your name is entered each time for a chance to win the $500 gift card for Save On Foods. FREE GROCERIES! WAHOO! The Elders have been keeping active these last two weeks. On Friday Feb. 3 they attend a traditional foods lunch up at the G&N School with the grade 7s. There was such a great turn out, that K'odi, Reed and I decided to make this a monthly occurrence. So the Elders will get an extra lunch each month and share it with the Grade 7 students. The next one will be a language revitalizing setting, where everyone will be encouraged to only speak kwak'wala/bakwamgala. This is exciting! Weekly luncheons have been taking place. That is where I have asked the Elders what they would like to do in light of Valentines Day, Tuesday Feb 14 @ 12pm The Elders will be having a Valentines day lunch. There will be a very nice spread of food and a little gift for each Elder (over 60) to take home with them. We will also watch a romantic film of your choice. There will still be the regular Elder's luncheon the next day, Wednesday Feb.15 at 12pm as well. Door prizes to be won here this day as well. As many of you may know, Caribou Legs came to our community. This was such a great celebration for us to
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experience. There were at least 15 Elders that made it up to the school, where the children put on a dance performance and Caribou Legs made a speech about what he was running for. There was a luncheon held by the community for him as well. The Elder's Program has been very steady with catering and rentals of the meeting space. Reports are due soon for the Hi'li'gam and the Program will receive funds for the second portion of last year's grant. We will also be able to submit a new proposal for the second half of 2017. With there being 60 Elders the age of 60 and up, we need to make some adjustments to these proposals. That is amazing! 60 aged 60 years plus. Friday Feb. 10 Wade & Carly will be hosting the Elder's Winter Wellness Day at the Wakas hall. We are excited to see what the day has brought. Over the last month there have been some great teamwork and relationship building with other staff and the Elders. This is fantastic! Let's keep this up, shall we? If you have any ideas that you or your program would like to coordinate with the Elders, please do not hesitate to call me at (250) 949-7406, or email me at silena1314@gmail.com. I would love to work together for our Elders/community. Remember: If you have any yard work or safety fixtures (railings in your bathroom or by your bed side) that you need at home, please contact me. I sit on the Elder's Health & Safety committee as well. We will work together and make this happen for you. Gilakasla, Silena George Elder's Program Administrator (250) 949 7406 silena1314@gmail.com
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Membership Clerk UPDATE:
Hello Gwa’sala-“Nakwaxda’xw Nation! I am very happy to say working as the membership clerk has been successful! I know I still have a lot to learn, getting more in to the job I have managed to get babies registered and I have gotten in status cards for the community, always great to see everyone happy to receive a status card, I hope to keep them coming in for our community. Please remember once I have phoned you about your status card being done to pick up right away. No one can pick up the status card for you. Why?? Because I need your signature on the card before I laminate it, then once all cards are picked up I can send out all my paper work to get more. It cost $5.00 for G-N Members and $20 for non Band Members. Again I have attached what is needed to get status cards on the next page. I will let the community know when more status cards have come in, also I make appointments only there is no list to be put on, I work in the membership office Tuesday’s and Thursday’s, Some days my schedule will change. If you are looking into getting the newest SCIS Card that last for 10years, you can get the forms online www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca , if you would like any help with filling out the forms you can give me a call and I will be glad to help you. To register your baby please make sure mom and dad’s name are on the Birth certificate, I need the original birth certificate to send off with the registry forms. Any questions you can give me a call Thank you Bernadine Clayton Receptionist/ IRA (250) 949-8343
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ACCEPTABLE IDENTIFICATION FOR STATUS CARD ISSUANCE (CERTIFICATE OF INDIAN STATUS- CIS) CLIENTS MUST PROVIDE 2 PIECES OF THE FOLLOWING I.D WHEN APPLYING FOR A STATUS CARD (ONCE PIECE OF PRIMARY I.D. OR TWO PIECES OF SECONDARY I.D.(ONE OF WHICH MUST HAVE A DIGITIZED PHOTO)OR ONE PIECE OF SECONDARY I.D. WITH A GUARANTOR’S FORM): CATEGORY 1 PRIMARY I.D - VALID CANADIAN PASSPORT - NEW PLASTIC CIS ISSUED AFTER APRIL 2002
CATEGORY 2 SECONDARY I.D -CERTIFICATE OF BIRTH -MARRIAGE OR DIVORCE CERTIFICATE - PROVINCIAL HEALTH CARD -PROVINCIAL IDENTIFICATION CARD -DRIVER’S LICENSE -EMLOYEE I.D WITH DIGITIZED PHOTO -FIRE ARMS LICENSE -OLD CIS CARD
CATEGORY 3 OTHER I.D -GUARANTOR’S FORM
*ABSOLUTELY NO PHOTOCOPIED I.D. OR SIN CARDS ACCEPTED (NOR CERTIFIED PHOTOCOPIES) *I.D. MUST BE INTACT AND MUST NOT BE EXPIRED * IRA MUST RECIEVE THE ORIGINAL GUARANTOR’S FORM WITH SIGNATURE (NOT A FAXED VERSION) & CLIENTS PICTURE MUST BE SIGNED BY GUARANTOR
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Jan 25, 2017 To Gwas'sala Nakwaxdax Band members My name is Bonnie Bernard and I have a condition known as AnkylosingSpondilytis, which is an arthritic condition that fuses the vertebrae together in my spine. The arthritis has spread to my hips and shoulders. The medications and the rub help but I am still finding everyday tasks are becoming a struggle. I would like to have a fundraiser to raise enough money to get a walk in tub. Just letting you know there is a fundraiser at the kwakiutl hall on Feb 25th at 10 am - 3pm. Also spaghetti, Caesar salad will be there as well for $ 10.00 We also will have dessert and pop at extra cost We look forward to seeing you and you support Galakas'la Bonnie Bernard
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Attention GNN Members and All First Nations: Job (Re)Posting for Forestry TechnicianTraining Positions The Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw 'Nakwaxda'xw Nation Land and Resource Office is looking for 3 highly motivated people to start their careers in the Forest Industry as technicians. The Land and Resource office is ramping up operations operations of which will include workers to staff the forestry arm. These will be technical positions and not logging positions. Workers will be trained in cut cut-block layout, road design and layout, GPS use and as much of the work that goes into planning and d developing cut-blocks blocks as possible. There are potential opportunities for post-secondary post secondary education through this program for those interested and showing aptitude for the work. The successful applicants will be highly motivated people, able to work well with h others and on their own own. Work will be camp based so you must be willing and able to work out of camp. You will be in good physical condition as there is a lot of walking in dense bush and steep terrain. Work will continue in ALL weather conditions so you need to be comfortable in the rain, snow and wind. There will be significant amounts of training involved with this position, position both classroom training and hand-on on mentoring mentoring, so while training and experience is not required, any additional training will be an asset. Requirements: Must be in good physical condition; Be highly motivated – able to work in ALL weather conditions outdoors in rough terrain; Must be able to work in camp as camp is a requirement of the job – up to 10 day shifts including weekends; Assets: Previous forestry training and experience; Outdoor and bush experience; Past camp experience; Good computer skills – Word, Excel, email This will be a challenging and rewarding job that will may include future post-secondary post secondary schooling options. ns. If you think you have what it takes, please submit a cover letter and resume to to: David Schmidt, Land and Resource Manager By email: david@kedc.ca or drop it off to reception at the band office. Please indicate clearly rly in your cover letter that you are applying for the “Forestry “Forestry Technician Technician” position. This posting will close on Friday, February 17, 2017 at 4:00 pm. No late submissions will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Message from the Lands and Resources Office We would like to give a sincere thank you to everyone who applied to the LRO positions for this year! We shortlisted a great selection of candidates, and we were impressed by the calibre and professionalism of GNN members.You all should feel proud of yourselves! Unfortunately, there were too few positions for everyone applying, but we will keep resumes on file.Do not be deterred from re-applying in the future!
Here are some tips for future positions, in GNN or elsewhere: 1) Once you have your resume completed, take the time to ask for feedback from others – there is always room for polishing! NIEFS and NVIATS are great resources. 2) If you get a call back for an interview – it is important toshow the employer that you take the interview seriously!: ***Rule #1: DON’T MISS THE INTERVIEW!If you have a valid reason, the important thing is to communicate the issue ASAP to the employer – before your interview is scheduled.It will not look good if you do not respect the employer’s time. Arrive at least five minutes early, and wear your best clothes! Show that you can be on-time and that you know how to dress appropriately for an occasion. And most importantly, prepare! Prepare for common interview questions – you need to impress your employer. Show that you want the job, that you’re excited for it, that you’ve learned what it is and what you will be doing!, and that you have developed and learned from past jobs and work experience…(Google ‘preparing for interviews’ – or try https://careerservices.princeton.edu/undergraduate-students/interviews-offers/preparing-interviews) o For example: When you’re asked to explain why you want a certain job, don’t say – “Because I need a money.” It’s better to say, “My short term goals are to find employment, which will provide me with some valuable work experience and skills, as well assome stability and security. This will then help my long-term goals of finding a career that I enjoy.” Find volunteer experience that may help you transition to a job Focus your job and career interests – talk with professionals about how to make your dreams a reality! Find free or cheap online courses. Figure out what it takes! Look to NVIATS or NIEFS at Thunderbird Mall or elsewhere, and take your training and work experience to the next level.
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NEW INFO regarding AIDP NVI
Aboriginal Infant Development Program North Vancouver Island has MOVED!!! We are now located in the downstairs (old Resource Library) of the School District #85 Main Office, located on Rupert Street. Our Numbers have remained the same just our location has changed. Office: 250-949-7005 Fax:
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Office Hours are 8:30 t0 4:30 Monday to Friday. Please call ahead to ensure that there is someone in the office. We do home and program visits and there is always a chance that we may miss you. You can find us by entering the driveway to the right of the Napa Parts Ltd. storefront. We would love for you to drop by and see our new space.
Thank You Yvonne Wilson
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Job Posting: Industry: Social Services .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 8am .Details: Maintain a caseload of a maximum of 6 clients/families Act as a liaison between participants and other agencies as required Coordinate meetings Work in one on one and/or group settings Provide support and education around Child Protection Process and Ministry of Children and Family Development Work as part of the team for larger community events Develop reports and maintain statistics Attend training as required- some travel may be expected Adhere to Sacred Wolf Friendship Centre Policy and Procedures .Qualifications & Experience: Minimum undergraduate degree in related field or an equivalent experience with a diploma or certificate in social work or social science field Class 5 drivers’ licence, Own transportation Familiarity with Microsoft Office: word, excel and publisher Strong ability to develop service plans (with client participation) and work plans Abundance of experience working with aboriginal families and aboriginal communities and MCFD Ability to maintain confidentiality Good understanding of the Friendship Centre Movement Willing to complete a criminal records check through the Ministry of Justice How to apply: Submit Resume and Cover letter to:edswfc@telus.net Company: Lemare Group .Industry: Forestry .Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 - 8am .Details: The Lemare Group is seeking a Fulltime Payroll Clerk for their Port McNeill Office. The individual will be an energetic, positive and wellrounded person with the ability to think quickly
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on their feet. The position is full-time and operates Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, for 40 hours per week, plus a Full Benefit package available. .Qualifications & Experience: *Experience in payroll processing an asset *Basic accounting knowledge, *Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, *Must work well in a team atmosphere, *Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure, *Superior work ethic with attention to detail *Valid Class 5 drivers License. How to apply: Please forward your cover letter with resume: Attention: Theresa Beddows ; email: tbeddows@lemare.ca or fax: 250-956-4888 Lemare thanks all interested, however only those short listed will be contacted, please no phone calls, thank you. Company: The Salvation Army Lighthouse Resource Centre .Industry: Management/ Administration .Wage: $14.50 Per Hour .Expiry Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 - 8am .Details: Shelter Workers for Sobering and Assessment and Extreme Weather Shelter The Sobering Assessment Center is a year round program with 6 beds ( low barrier ) During November through April ,The extreme weather shelter; a seasonal low-barrier 6 bed emergency facility open to street involved individuals on nights of extreme cold and/or wet weather in Port Hardy will run alongside the Sobering & Assessment Center. 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. Assist guests to access clean/dry clothing and laundry services. Coordinate guest care as outlined in program policies and procedure. Carry out inspections. May assist in the preparation of meals and serve meals/snacks/beverages. Perform janitorial duties of the facility as required. Due to the nature of low-barrier policies, applications should be aware that they will be working with intoxicated individuals. December 19/ 2016
.Qualifications & Experience: QUALIFICATIONS - Applicants must have grade 12 education or equivalent, current WHIMIS, Food Safe, and First-Aid certification. Wage rate: $14.50 per hour, Hours per week: shifts available for full time, part time and casual with various shifts. This is a contract position some benefits may apply. Please see attachment to this job posting for more details. .How to apply: Interested applicants can drop off a resume by February 21st, 2017 to: Salvation Army Lighthouse Resource Centre, 8635 Granville Street, Port Hardy BC, Attention: Michael Winter OR Email: Michael_Winter@can.salvationarmy.org We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS
operation located at Kendrick Arm on Nootka Island (West Coast of Vancouver Island) offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefit package and operating on a 14 days on and 7 days off shift. .Qualifications & Experience: Shop Foreman HD Logging Mechanic .How to apply: nootkasoundtimber@gmail.com Fax: 778-441-1191 Company: Town Taxi Transportation .Industry: Public Works & Services .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Friday, February 17, 2017 - 8am .Qualifications & Experience: Must have a class four driver's licence .How to apply: Please call: 250.949.7877 or 1.778.223.5153 Or send resume to: P.O.box 2691 Port Hardy BC V0N 2P0
Company: Nootka Sound Timber Co Ltd .Industry: Forestry .Wage: Union Rate .Expiry Date: Monday, February 20, 2017 - 8am .Details: Nootka Sound Timber requires a certified Heavy Duty Mechanic with extensive West Coast logging experience (Off-road Logging Trucks, Hydraulic Log Loaders, and Grapple Yarders) required. Welding experience is an Asset. The Company is a full-phase logging operation located at Kendrick Arm on Nootka Island (West Coast of Vancouver Island) operating on a 14 days on and 7 days off shift. .Qualifications & Experience: HD Mechanic .How to apply: nootkasoundtimber@gmail.com Fax: 778-441-1191
Company: Topknot Timber/WD Moore Logging .Industry: Forestry Wage: Union + .Expiry Date: Friday, February 17, 2017 - 8am .Details: HD Mechanic, possibly working Master Mechanic for suitable applicant. . .Qualifications & Experience: Fully experienced HD mechanic Journeyman with extensive logging and roadbuilding experience. .How to apply: Resume' and references required. Please email to: graham@wdmoore.ca .Website: http://www.wdmoore.ca
Company: Nootka Sound Timber Co Ltd .Industry: Forestry .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Monday, February 20, 2017 - 8am .Details: Nootka Sound Timber requires a Shop Foreman with Shop Management experience primarily in West Coast logging. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills, good people and communication qualities and a keen understanding of safety and regulations. The Company is a significant, full-phase logging
Company: Lewis Point .Industry: Forestry .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Thursday, February 16, 2017 - 8am .Details: *Camp is based out of Zeballos *Working a 7 day off shift Qualifications & Experience: *Red Seal Journeyman Chef Certification an asset *Previous camp experience an asset
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*Must have a Food Safe Certificate *Level 3 First Aid an asset .How to apply: Please forward resume Attention: Jennifer Ravai, email: jravai@lemare.ca or fax: 250.956.4888 Company: Cetus Research & Conservation Society .Industry: Other .Wage: TBD .Expiry Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 - 8am .Qualifications & Experience: Responsibilities include: • Educating boaters, kayakers and park visitors about the boundaries of the Robson Bight Michael Bigg Ecological Reserve, the marine mammal viewing guidelines, marine species at risk and the conservation issues they face • Collecting and entering data on marine mammals and vessel activity • Public presentations: either as informal, individual interpretations or scheduled, formal community presentations • Supervising volunteers and involving them within the daily responsibilities of the programs while ensuring a safe, productive and memorable work environment Knowledge, skill and ability required: • The ability to safely operate small rigid hull inflatable vessels in coastal waters, including rough waters with limited visibility • Knowledge of boat/motor maintenance and repair (preferred) • The aptitude to multi-task and work in a fast paced, quickly changing environment • The ability to work for 8-11 hour shifts in all weather conditions
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• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays • Effective communications skills and the ability to stay calm in tense situations • The aptitude to be observant and timely with an ardent attention to detail • The ability to live & work comfortably in a remote coastal wilderness camp setting with coworkers & volunteers • Demonstrate background knowledge of the marine mammal species in the area and current marine conservation issues • The physical ability to carry 20lbs of gear to and from the vessel to base camps (this varies from across the street to down a rocky slippery shoreline). In addition to this the Robson Bight Marine Warden is required to hike, 3km (each way), from the base camp to the observation site on alternate days, while there is minimal gear to carry the hike takes approximately 1 hour Required Certifications: • A current BC drivers license • A current first aid and CPR ticket • A Marine Radio Operators license • A Marine Emergency Duties A3 certificate • A Small Commercial Vessel Operators Proficiency Certificate How to apply: Please forward your cover letter, resume and two references via email by February 28th 2017. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Contact: Marie Fournier, Cetus Research & Conservation Society, Email: robsonbight@cetussociety.org Website: http://www.cetussociety.org
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Birthday & Requests Margaret Skookum Joe We Would Like To Wish My Son Tyrell Joe A Happy 10th Birthday On FebFeb 10th, 0th, We Love You Son Love Mom,Dad & Jaiden ❤ Also Birthday Wishes To My Loving Grandmother Marion Wamiss For The 27th, Maggie Joe On The 27th We Love You Both So Much, Love From The Joe Family ________________________________________ __________________________________________ ___ Paula Walkus A very Happy 61st Birthday to my loving partner Simon Lefty Wa Lkus February 11th. May your day be blessed in all you do. I love you, from Paula n all our children. _________________________________________ Priscilla Charlie Happy Birthday to my beautiful niece Annie- Lee Charlie harlie I love you babe. Feb 27 Love from aunty Priscilla Charlie and family Happy Anniversary to aunty Joanne Brotchie and uncle Norman Brotchie Feb 14th Happy Birthday Granny Marion Wamiss Happy Birthday aunty Maggie Joe Happy Birthday Tiffany Charlie Happy Birthday sister Lucy George Happy Birthday sister Samantha Nelson Sr. Feb 27th Happy Birthday to my beautiful niece AnnieAnnie Lee Charlie I love you babe. Feb 27 Love from Priscilla Charlie and family Happy Birthday to my brother Andrew Moses Dawson Happy Birthday Susan Hanuse Feb 23rd Priscilla and family Happy Birthday my nephew Brody Diago Feb 24th Love aunty Priscilla __________________________________________ Duane Nelson February 17th - Happy 7th birthday to my handsome son, Curtis Nelson I love you son. From dad _________________________________________ __________________________________________ Maggie Joe Happy birthday thday aunty love you very much __________________________________________ ______________________________
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Maggie Coon Happy birthday to my handsomee boy BRODY DIAGO DIAGO-12 years old Feb 24th
Maggie Coon Happy birthday to my beautiful sister Eleanor Edna Feb 20th ♡ ________________________________________________________ Violet Walkus Happy 27th birthday wishes sent to heaven to my handsome brother on February 23rd. I hope you havee a good day up there bro with the rest of our loved ones. We miss and Love you xoxo
Would also like to wish my sister Angela Katrina a very happy birthday on Feb 13th, and my handsome nephew Raiyden Ivan and my brother Vincent whose birthdays on Feb 17th love ya all and hope ya have a great day xoxo _________________________________________ __________________________________________ Gloria Walkus-Brotchie Wishing myself a very Happy Birthday tomorrow ! Thanks to my mom for giving birth to me Oh Lordy Lordy, watch out I'm 40! __________________________________________ Lorna D Henderson Wishing our daughter Brandi Rufus a happy birthday Feb 20 love mom and dad ❤ To our aunty Kathy a happy birthday Feb 28 , we love u aunty ❤ from Lorna and family _________________________________________ Rose Melinda Dick · Wishing my doaghter Mabel Louisa James Happy birthday i love her a lot _________________________________________ Priscilla Charlie Happy Birthday to my niece Mabel Louisa James Feb 6th December 19/ 2016
Happy Birthday sister Rose Melinda Dick Feb 10th Love you both so much. JC MEMORIAL CHURCH HAS SERVICES SUNDAYS AND FRIDAY NIGHTS STARTS AT 7PM _________________________________________ Cara Nellie Louis Happy 13th birthday to Daniel Charlie on feb 16 we love you and hope you have a great day. Love fr mom Johnny and your brothers Happy birthday to Loni Anderson on feb 11th we love and miss you we hope you have a great day much love fr Cara Johnny and your nephews __________________________________________ ____________ Tiffany Wallace Feb.20th Happy 28th birthday to my elder sis Ele ❤ February 24th happy anniversary to Mr & Mrs Buddy & Vanessa Walkus and also to Don & Linda Felkley ❤ February 26th Happy y Anniversary to my parents Tom & Anne Wallace! February 27th Happy birthday to my beautiful niece Shayla Dick, Mom Marion, Cuz Lucy George, Niece Annie-Lee, Annie My sister Arlene, and Samantha. All my beautiful birthday buddies ❤ Feb.28th Happy birthday to my beautiful Aunty, and kids auda Kathy! We love you so much! Much love from Tiff & Family _______________________________________ Daisy Coon HELLO F/F ... DROPPING INTO THIS BEAUTIFUL PAGE .... TO SAY TO MY BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER RAVENA WOULD TO WISH HER A VERY SPECIAL DAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY N MAY U HAVE S GREAT N AWESOME DAY ! LOVE U MY DEAR .. ❤ .... CHEERS FOR YR LOVELY DAY ... FOR HER SWEET DAY ON FEB 8/17 ... Love u Tons Hon!!!!! HVE A BLESS DAY ... _________________________________________ Paula Walkus Missing my beautiful mama in heaven it would have been her bday on the 25th.
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_________________________________________ __________________________________________ Kianna Williams Would like to wish my older brother David A. Charlie a happy 18th birthday, love from all of his siblings and parents Happy 13th birthday Annie-Lee Lee Mavis, hop hope you enjoy your day ❤ on the 27th also would like to wish my beautiful great grandmother Marion a happy birthday on the 27th as well __________________________________________ Stephanie S. N Walkus HAPPY 15TH BIRTH BIRTHDAY DOM ON FEB 18TH LOVE MOM __________________________________________ Lacey Yaxid Valena Happy Birthday to my baby girl Lacey Warren the big 4 years old on Feb.11 Feb.11\17 __________________________________________ ____________________________________ Vanessa Elizabeth Would like to wish my God daughter Lacey Warren a Happy 4th Birthday and that we love her and hope she has an awesome Birthday!!! thday!!! Tons of loves from her cousins Jenna Jeffrey and Jordan ❤ ❤ ❤ February 11 As well as a Happy Birthday to my sister/ Aunty Valena we love you too and wish you and Lacey all the best and hope you enjoy your birthday to its fullest ❤ ❤ ❤ tons of loves from Jenna Jeffrey Jordan and me oxoxo February 17th __________________________________________ Missy Walkus Happy birthday to our godson Dominic Michael on February 18th we love you godson Love your godparents and cousins February 27th happy birthday to niece Shayla we love you babe ❤ love aunty Missy uncle Perry and cousins Hey everyone February is 10% almost everything in our catalogue. Diffusers are also 10% off and include three free selected oils! That's $60+ savings!! Great time to stock up on your favourite products especially the discontinued scents, warmers, etc. I'll be placing an order on the 20th and again at the end of the month. Spring/Summer catalog will be out March 1st! Lots of exciting new products & scents! Contact me for more info! Check out my new and improved December 19/ 2016
personal rsonal website at tiffanycharlie.scentsy.ca Thank you all for your continued support we appreciate it! Tiffany Charlie Independent Scentsy Consultant (250)230-9413 Email: tiff_79@outlook.com __________________________________________ _____________________________ Peggy Wilson Feb 27th Like 2 Wish My Sister Lucy George A Happy Birthday Love You With All Our Heart Wish You Nothing But The Best <3 From Sister Peggy Wilson & David Brotchie __________________________________________ _______________________ Carrol Ellingson Happy Birthday to my dad Harry James ~ Feb 15 ...I LOVE YOU SOOOO MUCH!
Happy Birthday to my Neph Darrell Walkus...loads Walkus of L ❤VE from aunty Carol __________________________________________ ____________________________ Vanessa Eve Walkus It's a go for soccer!!!! Yay!!!! Ok so update is you HAVE to register with me before the 24th of February. Thatt is the last day. If you don't you will have to pay yourself, the fees in your childs division along with late fees of $25 . You will get reimbursed but the reasoning is so Sports and Rec can pay the Port Hardy Youth Soccer Association all in one lump sum on the 24th. I will be in my office daily from 1-6 6 if you would like to come in and fill out. You need care card numbers for the forms. Thank you all! I have soccer registration forms at my office in the Elders Building. I will be there daily from 1-6. 1 To give people time who work to come by. Thanks Vanessa Walkus-Youth Youth Sports and Rec Worker
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Yo! News is prepared by Joanna King and Bernadine Clayton, Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Receptionist
STAFF Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Band Office
This newsletter is delivered to all houses on the Tsulquate Reserve every second week and posted to the Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw website. If you have questions or comments about this newsletter, contact Bernadine at (250) 949-8343. The purpose of this newsletter is to keep Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw community members informed about what is happening in the Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Band Office and the surrounding community. Anybody is welcome to make submissions to the newsletter, including announcements, lost-and-found, photographs, bakwam’kwala words, stories, legends, drawings, etc. etc. etc. Other ways to stay connected to the Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw community are: Website (www.gwanak.info) Facebook (User: GwasalaNakwaxdaxw) Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Nations Band Office PO Box 998, 154 Tsulquate Reserve Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0
Phone: (250) 949-8343 / Fax: (250) 949-7402 Roger Nopper,Band Manager manager@gwanak.info / (250) 902-2309 Margaret Bernard/ Lorna Henderson, Finance margaretb@gwanak.info/ (250) 902-2308 Conrad Browne, Economic Development ecdev@gwanak.info Lucy Scow, Social Development lucyscow@gmail.com/ (250) 902-2307 Colleen Hemphill, Treaty collenh@gntreaty.org/ (250) 949-8424 Linda Paul, Administrative Assistance Kasalas4859/ (250) 949-8994 Leo Lawson, Capital Specialist Officer lhanslawson@msn.com/(250) 902-2306 Katrina Johnny/Wade Charlie, Communications (250) 902-2301 Chelsey Walkus, Food Security & Nutrition Coordinator chelseywalkus@gmail.com/ (250) 949-7406 David Schmit, Natural Resource Manager David.schmidt@snrc.ca / (250) 902-2310 Grace Smith, Education grace.smith176@gmail.com / (250) 902-2320
COUNCIL Chief Paddy Walkus: (250) 949-1486 Sits on all committee / paddywalkus@gmail.com Ernie Henderson: (250) 230-3404 Lucy Scow: (250) 230-4275 Grace Smith (250) 230-5001
Bob Swain, Public Works bswain4@telus.net / Cell: (250) 230-0087 Bernadine Clayton, Receptionist/Membership Clerk (250) 949-8343 Native Courtworker Office (250) 902-2223 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Elders Centre Silena George, Elders Program Administrator (250) 949-7406
Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Health & Family Services
Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852 Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459
Front Desk: (250) 949-8131 / Fax: (250) 949-6811 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School
Victor Walkus: (250) 230-1030
Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca
Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-9251
Eke Me-Xi School (250) 949-8332
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