Important Social Assistance News/update! I have included our policy and procedure for Rent and Bill payment and collection; I have also included some information about Special Needs.
Social Assistance News STUBS ARE DUE ON THE 26TH AT NOON! PLEASE BRING IN SO I CAN PROCESS AS I WILL BE AWAY FROM THE 29THSEPT 7/16 ON HOLIDAYS! IF YOU DO NOT HAVE YOUR STUB IN YOU WILL NOT GET A CHEQUE UNTIL THE 7TH OF SEPTEMBER. NO ONE ELSE IN THE BAND OFFICE CAN ISSUE A CHEQUE FOR YOU. NO EXCEPTIONS AFTER THE 26TH UNTIL MY RETURN.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES DO WE ALLOW FOR ANYONE TO SIGN STUBS FOR SOMEONE ELSE! IF THEY DO NOT OR CANNOT SIGN WE HAVE THE RIGHT TO BELIEVE THEY ARE NOT HERE OR HAVEN’T BEEN LIVING HERE FOR THE MONTH AS THEY DO HAVE A MONTH TO SIGN THE STUBS! False Address: If you do not live on reserve but are collecting income assistance on reserve, this is a fraudulent act! We can legally charge you for giving us false information. You will need to repay the monies that you have received dated to the day you started collecting. It will not be just the person that claimed that they were living somewhere they weren’t but also the person that didn’t report it or simply wrote in a letter supporting false information. Bank statements: I NEED BANK STATEMENTS FOR ALL CLIENTS/RECIPTIANTS ON SOCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR YOU AND YOUR SPOUSE, IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THIS MONTHS CHEQUE.
Social Assistance Rates: PWD We have charts that are followed by any and all Social Development programs in all of BC/Canada. These rates have not changed in the last 10 years; I cannot up the rate by any means or circumstances.
PWD rates have gone up in September so do not be surprised or worried about a higher amount, it is yours to spend Rates are determined through how many are in your unit, you are given according to the rates provided.
Canada Child Tax Benefit Forms: I also need your Canada Child tax benefit statements in before the 26th so I can issue your cheque, if these aren’t handed I cannot issue a cheque for you.
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BC HYDRO BILLS
Wood Orders:
I NEED YOUR HYDRO BILLS HANDED IN SO I CAN PAY THESE, I CANNOT PAY OTHERWISE. THIS WILL RESULT IN OVERDUE CHARGES AND OR DISCONNECTION. I CAN’T PAY THE SECURITY DEPOSIT IF ANY PAYMENTS WERE FAULTY.
We have 4 men doing wood for us and have the go ahead to start orders again, if you wish to order wood we haveJeff Field, Albert Charlie, Patrick Walkus & Brian David you may request what kind of wood you want and how many loads up to 2 loads per month, depending on what you are eligible for, you cannot receive wood if you do not have a wood stove. Elders are always eligible for up to 2 loads per month. The process to order wood: you need to call the band office to talk to Bernadine she will take your name and type of wood and how many loads, that is all you do, please do not contact any of the cutters, we cannot process this way.
Breakfast Club/Snack Program: It is with great sadness that we will not be continuing the breakfast club at the hall effective this September.We do not have the budget for the program, for the amount of kids that were attending, however there will still be a snack program at the school for GNN elementary school students. Dodie will move there to help prepare healthy snacks with the teachers and other volunteer help.
Assisted Living/Homemaking: If you have someone doing your homemaking or you are a homemaker, it is up to the clients to hire someone they are comfortable with. I cannot hire anyone for you, I would like for you to be as comfortable as possible, I will be making appointments with each person receiving homemaking to ensure that you are getting the best service you deserve. This is also known as an evaluation for the homemaker, I will be doing an evaluation with the homemakers as well to make sure that things are good for you. Timesheets are due on the Friday before or after payday weeks, the latest Monday after, if you do not have your timesheet in by then you will not receive your cheque until the next payday. You are not eligible to receive sick days or holidays on contract work.
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Appointments: Reminder that I cannot accept any walk ins, you need to make an appointment with Bernadine if you need to see me and think it is just for a small thing or just have a question Bernadine knows pretty much everything of my program, she may be able to provide an answer. I also ask that you let Bernadine know when you are making an appointment what it is for so we can be prepared instead having to use some time preparing while you are in with me. This makes it easier for Bernadine, you and me.
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GWA’SALA - ‘NAKWAXDA’ XW NATION Social Development Administrator BOX 998 ● 154 TSULQUATE RESERVE ● PORT HARDY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA ● V0N 2P0 PHONE: (250) 902-2307 ● FAX: (250) 949-7402 949 ● email: lucyscow@gmail.com
PROCESS FOR PAYING BILLS AND RENT& RENT SPECIAL NEEDS
BC Hydro Bills - Source documents are always required in order to pay a hydro bill, without a current bill, Hydro cannot be paid. - Amounts paid on Hydro are based on the amount you’re eligible for in the shelter portion. - BC Hydro is more than happy to set up installments for each month, but can only continue if amount is paid each month on time. - Hydro is sent in at beginning beginnin of each month by cheque. Rent/Shelter - Rent is also not paid without source documents, document renewed each year will allow the process to go smoothly. - Rent cannot be back dated due to each month being closed off for reporting purposes. - If you wish to help with arrears you may request an amount to be deducted from your basic needs cheque. - Shelter portion is used for present bills such as rent and Hydro. - There is no exceptions for bill payment if your bill is not in! - If you are in a shared accommodation,your accommodation shelter ter portion will be divided into what is allowable for the unit. - Each unit is allowed up to a certain amount allocated by INAC, for instance 1 person would be $375, even if you aren’t an immediate family member, you would be added on as an extra head.This head doesn’t mean that you can add people to your file that are in the home. home Iff someone in your home is working working, your bill and rent will be divided accordingly and that means that they will have to pay a certain amount that is divided.
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Special Needs - Special needs is not allowed to be used for any personal purchases, meaning we cannot pay another individual by a cheque in their name, it can only be used in stores. - Special needs cannot be used for food, clothing, tobacco, shoes etc. - Special needs can be used for Appliances, house hold items, furniture, cleaning supplies, vacuums etc. - Each unit/s is entitled to a specified amount, you cannot receive any more then what you are eligible for. - Single unit- $150 - One parent 3 or less unit- $200.00 - 2 parents with 2 or more kids unit- $250.00 - In order to receive your special needs you must let me know what you are in need of, so I can submit to INAC for eligibility.This takes up to 24 hours to process, please call Bernadine ahead of time so that we can have your purchase order made out for you. - Absolutely no cheques will be issued for any businesses, we have 3 stores in town that you may use your purchase order for these are: Bargain Shop, Ace Hardware, and Dunlop’s Home Hardware. - We can also issue purchase orders for Masterman appliances with an invoice or quote from them.
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Yo wiksas? As many of you know I have been on holidays this month, which is why there hasn't been any luncheons or other activities. A reminder about the Tri Band Elder's picnic Friday August 26 at 12pm out at Stories Beach. Please call me by Thursday if you need a ride out there. Help is greatly appreciated with this wonderful event. We will be having BBQ sockeye, smoked chum, pasta salad and potato salad. There will be fresh cut watermelon for dessert and some nice cold water to wash it all down with. If you have any questions or would like to help, please call 9497406 and leave a message. I will be back in the office Tuesday August 23rd. Gilakasla Silena George Elder's Program Administrator 250 949 7406 Silena1314@gmail.com
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LOCAL JOB POSTING Hairstylists, Barbers and Estheticians Full-Time Company: Shear Insanity Salon & Spa Industry: Other Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, September 2, 2016 - 9am Details: Shear Insanity Salon & Spa is currently looking for Hairstylists, Barbers, Nail Techs and Estheticians. How to apply: If you would like to arrange an interview or any further information, please contact Susan Emerson @1-250-949-0783. All conversations will be kept confidential. We look forward to hearing from you Maintenance Electrician - Full-Time Company: Marine Harvest Industry: Aquaculture Wage:TBA Expiry Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2016 - 1pm Details: Marine Harvest is the world’s leading producer of farmed salmon. Our Port Hardy Processing Plant is the most technically advanced fresh salmon processor in BC. Our Northern Vancouver Island location offers great outdoor and marine recreational activities, as well as excellent sports facilities and cultural, social and commercial amenities. Our processing plant operates year-round. We are currently looking for a team oriented, dynamic individual to join our team at the Port Hardy Processing Plant. Qualifications & Experience: The responsibilities of the successful applicant will include: • Repair, troubleshooting and installation of machinery including electrical and electronic equipment, control systems and automation • Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, electrical code specifications and schematics in order to effectively troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment. • Optimize equipment safely, efficiently and reliably participating in continuous improvement projects and completing work orders according to PM schedules • Install or rework data/comm. and security wiring.
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• Preventative maintenance and servicing highspeed packaging and processing equipment • Work on other electrical projects as required. • Be self-starting and reliable dealing with a wide range of people in all levels of the building/sub-contracting industry. • Exercise flexible work practices to complete light mechanical repairs as needed. The successful candidate will possess: • Hold Red Seal Certification as Electrician (preferably Industrial) – 3rd or 4th year apprentice may be considered. • Strong troubleshooting skills • Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and robotic control systems • Ability to read electrical schematics • Experience with networking • Strong computer skills • Experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment, preferably in the food industry, would be an asset • Experience with dynamic and static weighing units would be an asset • Be committed and self-motivated, with very good organizational skills • Good working knowledge of current electrical standards and regulations The successful applicant will enjoy working to deadlines, be focused, be passionate about their work and have the ability to work under pressure when needed. Marine Harvest Port Hardy How to apply: To be considered for this opportunity with a progressive, growth-oriented company, please submit your resume and cover letter to: Shylo Loock HR Coordinator Email: Shylo.Loock@marineharvest.com or Fax: Fax (250) 949-8910 We value and appreciate submissions from all applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Website: http://www.marineharvest.ca/people/employment -postings/
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Driller/Blaster - Full-Time Company: RSD Road Building Ltd Industry: Forestry Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2016 - 9am Details: Forestry road construction company requires a driller/blaster. Rate of pay to be negotiated based on experience. Camp work, shift 14/7. Fly into camp. Qualifications & Experience: Must have experience operating hoe drills and tank drills. Must have a valid WorkSafe BC blasting ticket. Level 1 first aid required or course taken within 1 month of hire. Must have a valid Class 5 drivers licence and reliable transportation. This position will entail shift work in remote locations (Camp) and work outside in all types of weather. How to apply: Email resume with references to: rsdroads@shaw.ca
or email directly to: northisland@chevronretail.ca Housekeeper - Part-Time Company: Port Hardy RV Resort & Cabins Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: DOE Expiry Date: Monday, August 29, 2016 - 9am Details: Must be available weekdays,weekends and holidays. 9am-5pm. Must be available short notice. Hours will very from part to full time. Must be physically fit, reliable and have an eye for detail. Must be able to work alone or as a team. Must have excellent time management skills. Job Description - Laundry - Clean 12 guest cabins - Clean Campground Washrooms/laundry area - Keeping Housekeeping area organized
Cashier - Part-Time Company: Chervron Industry: Retail & Wholesale Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Tuesday, August 30, 2016 - 9am Details: This position is for the Graveyard Shift.
Qualifications & Experience: Experience asset but willing to train How to apply: Apply in Person or email with resume and references . No phone calls please.
Qualifications & Experience: Responsibilities: Provide prompt, efficient and courteous customer service. Ring sales on a cash register and handle customer cash and change including credit/debt cards. Daily inventory at start and end of shift. Maintain a clean customer friendly environment in the store. Light paperwork as assigned. Perform regular housekeeping duties.
Traffic Control Person (Flagger) - Seasonal Industry: Other Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Monday, August 29, 2016 - 9am Qualifications & Experience: Must have a valid TCP and drivers licence. Experience not necessary, but is helpful. How to apply: Email lindaackroyd54@gmail.com
Must be able to work independently. Excellent customer service, neat appearance. Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instructions. Must be able to successfully do inventory at the beginning and end of each shift, reconciling the sales. Must have a positive attitude, be friendly, good team player, must have basic math skills. How to apply: Please apply in person with resume to: 8905 Granville Street
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BIRTHDAY / REQUESTS
I would like to take this time to thank everyone who has been supporting my business. I've been selling Scentsy since May and have had some good months. I appreciate those who have ordered off of me and referred me to their friends and family. If you'd like to place an order at anytime please don't hesitate to give me a shout on Facebook or text me. I have testers you can check out, catalogues you can browse or you can go online and check out my personal website to see what we offer. Tiffany Charlie Independent Scentsy Consultant Call or text: 250-230-9413 My personal website: Https://tiffanycharlie.scentsy.ca/ Email: tiff_79@outlook.com
Violet Shannon: On September 1st 2016 this handsome little gent will be 5 years old. Happy birthday my loving sonshine. I hope you have the best day ever. Mommy adores you and will make sure you have the most amazing day ever. Xoxo- mommy ❤
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dorothy Henderson: Happy Birthday to mom Janet we love you Dorothy Ernie and family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Maxine Walkus: Would like to wish my baby boy Troy Charlie a Happy 10th Birthday may your day be filled with loads of love lots of laughter! His birthday is August 30th! Love fr mom Daniel and siblings! We love you son with all out hearts ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Val Walkus: Special Birthday wishes going out to my handsome little Nephew Victor Henry Robert Walkus on September 1st who will be turning 5 years old lots of love aunty Val uncle Kev and cousins We love you babe hope you have an amazing day ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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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 Native Courtworker Office (250) 902-2223 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Elders Centre Silena George, Elders’ Coordinator (250) 949-7406
Grace Smith (250) 230-5001 Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034
Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Health & Family Services Front Desk: (250) 949-8131 / Fax: (250) 949-6811
Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852 Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459 Victor Walkus: (250) 230-1030 Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-9251
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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