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TUTORING AT THE ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE
MONDAYS : 7-9 TUESDAYS: 12:15-1:15 (AT PHSS)
WEDNESDAYS: 7-9 **SEE ANGELA CLAIR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS
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Jeff Field School Trustee
I am writing today at the suggestion of a community member to connect with the community in my role as a school trustee. Many people may know me as a former teacher at PHSS or as the “ wood guy’’, but not as a school trustee. I am one of seven trustees for School District # 85, Vancouver Island North. As well I am one of three trustees who represent zone one which includes Port Hardy, the Tri-Bands, Coal Harbour and other small communities such as Holberg. We have four schools in this zone; namely, Eagleview, Eke Mi-Li, Fort Rupert, and PHSS. You can access information about the school district on our website at www.sd85.bc.ca. The website also contains links to all the schools. Last year the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the former provincial government’s action in stripping the teachers’ collective agreement was unconstitutional, and the stripped language regarding class size and composition has been restored. This means that we have hired fourteen additional teachers. If you have a child in one of our schools I hope that this will help to improve the quality of education they will be receiving this school year.
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Dylan Mazur from BC Civil Liberal Association from Vancouver, will be at Wakas Hall on October 6th from 123. Lunch to be served at 12. Dylan would like to talk to you about what to do when RCMP are involved in your lives, and what your rights are when being stopped or interviewed by the RCMP. Please come and join us!! 13
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Birthday wishes/Requests Special happy 2nd birthday to our princess kamaya Kinsley walkus September 24th love dad and mom Philena Mable Walkus and siblings sibli _____________________________________________
September 28th very special birthday wishes to Miss Fai-Fai Fai hope you have a fabulous day babe lots of love aunty Val and kids _____________________________________________ ________________________________ Happy 19th birthday Eilee we love you! love from your favourite sister, mom and household lol ❤
Birthday Wishes To, My Nephew Jimmy Vrinder Charlie For The 15th, And Also Congratulations To My Daughter Maryanne Marlena Walkus & Reginald Jack On Their Beautiful Baby Boy Ryker Lucas Who Was Born Sept 14-2017, 2017, And Birthday Wishes To My Nephew Jayree Joe For The 27th Of Sept, And Birthday Wishes To My Nephew Thomas Scow For The 28th Of Sept, And Bday Wishes To My Nephew Tony Scow Jr The 3rd, For Sept 29th We Love You All & Wishing You All Nothing But The Best, Love From The Joe Family ______________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ___________ ____________ ____________ ___________ ______ _______ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________ __________ ________ ____________ ____________ ____________ __
Happy belated birthday to Niece Shania, Happy birthday Baby girl Kamaya for the 24th, 24t Happy anniversary Bro Darryl and sis Rave for the 26th Happy Birthday neph Thomas Scow for the 28th and happy Birthday Baby Tony for the 29th and happy anniversary to my honey for the 29th we celebrate 17 years love you all love Ern, Lu and the kids <3
____________________________________________ Happy birthday to my mom Stacey Paul-Wamiss Paul on sept 26. Congrats to you and Coug Wa'mis on your wedding day on the same day love you guys. And Happy Birthday to my big bro Richard PaulPaul Blizzard on Sept 22. Love you three from Rome Connie David Skookum Charlie And Me
_____________________________________________ Happy birthday Oct 8, Missy Walkus have a great good one. Love Auntt Rita and Uncle Bobby Happy Birthday to our son Elvis Oct.9 We love you and hope that you have an awesome day, love mom and dad. Happy birthday to our gal Fara Have a great day love always mom and dad. Happy birthday Perry, Addrien, Annie, Lisa and missy From our Family. We love you. _____________________________________________ Wishing my son Romeo a very Happy 13th!! Birthday September 23/2017. Love mom, dad Brother xavian and sister evette. We love you so much. Wishing my sister Nataleen Clayton a happy birthday September 27th I hope you have a very wonderful day. Love sis bern, brandon and kids. Wishing my sister Rena Clayton a very happy Birthday October 4/2017. I hope you have a very wonderful day. Love sis bern, Brandon and the kids. _____________________________________________
_____________________________________________ September 28th, we would like to wish Miss Faith Lola a happy birthday! We love you babe. Love always mom ry destiny and rollind. _____________________________________________
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LOCAL JOB POSTING Sous-Chef- Full-Time Company: Sporty Bar & Grill Industry: Tourism/ Hospitality Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Friday, October 6, 2017 - 9am Details: This is a working position. Successful Applicant must be able to represent the head chef on his days off and help on the line, preparation, making stocks, soups and desserts, ordering food, make inventory, overseeing and training the staff and be able to help with food & labour costs. Proposed start date is January 2018, but can be earlier if required. If you like the outdoors and affordable housing, and like to work where other people come for vacation, you should join our team on the beautiful Vancouver Island North. This is a full time position with excellent pay and social benefits. Qualifications & Experience: Applicant must have many years of experience in a busy environment. Red Seal is preferred, but we also consider experience. How to apply: Email: sportybar@telus.net Mail: 8700 Hastings St., Box 113, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 or drop off resume at the Pub Only short listed candidates with enough experience will be contacted. Website: http://www.sportybar.ca Home Support Worker- Part-Time Company: Cotter's Home Inspiration Society Industry: Health Wage: $18.00/Hr Expiry Date: Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 9am Details: Looking for a home support worker for 2 mentally challenged adults. This is a P/T, F/T position that could lead to permanent work. Qualifications & Experience: Applicants must be female. How to apply: Please apply to: Box 1175, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 or by calling 250-902-1014
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Duties include providing counselling and emotional support to women, developing and delivering public awareness/information sessions and educational support materials; maintaining positive relationships with other service providers and agency team. It is critical that this person be able to demonstrate ethical thinking, respecting the diversity of our North Island community. A valid driver’s license and own vehicle, as well as a successful completion of a criminal record check are required. Winter tires are required October 1 – March 31. As a member of our team you will work in a supportive, flexible environment. Wage is $26 $28/hr, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualifications & Experience: A degree, preferably a Master’s, in Counselling or related field, or an appropriate combination of education and training. Should have sound knowledge and understanding in the area of violence against women and children. Preferred background should include direct counselling experience with women who have experienced abuse. Other assets would be analysis, knowledge and training in trauma counselling; knowledge of First Nations culture; experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. How to apply: Please email resume and covering letter to: (Subject Line must read: STV Resume) Sandy Tamburini Administrative Manager Email: reception@nicccs.org Closing Date: October 6th @ 5pm Website: http://nicccs.org Women's Counsellor - Full-Time Company: North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society
Women's Counsellor / Part-Time - Part-Time
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Company: North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society Industry: Social Services Wage: $26-$28/hr Expiry Date: Friday, October 6, 2017 - 5pm Details: This 13.5 hour per-week position (with a possibility of more hours in the future) provides individual or group counselling for women who have experienced sexual assault, violence/abuse in their relationships, or childhood abuse. The Women’s Counsellor assists women in identifying, understanding, and overcoming the effects of violence in their lives. The position works closely with the Women’s Safe Shelter program and Women’s Outreach.
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Industry: Social Services Wage: $26-$28/hr Expiry Date: Friday, October 6, 2017 - 5pm Details: This 35hr. per week position provides individual or group counselling for women who have experienced sexual assault, violence/abuse in their relationships, or childhood abuse. The Women’s Counsellor assists women in identifying, understanding, and overcoming the effects of violence in their lives. The position works closely with the Women’s Safe Shelter program. Duties include providing counselling and emotional support to women, developing and delivering public awareness/information sessions and educational support materials; maintaining positive relationships with other service providers and agency team. It is critical that this person be able to demonstrate ethical thinking, respecting the diversity of our North Island community. Qualifications & Experience: A degree, preferably a Master’s, in Counselling or related field, or an appropriate combination of education and training. Should have sound knowledge and understanding in the area of violence against women and children. Preferred background should include direct counselling experience with women who have experienced abuse. Other assets would be analysis, knowledge and training in trauma counselling; knowledge of First Nations culture; experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. How to apply: Please email resume and covering letter to: (Subject Line must read: STV Resume)
at our after-school program. In this position, you will work collaboratively with clients, other support workers and the Family Support Coordinator to provide a safe and fun play environment for children and teens with special needs. Qualifications & Experience: High School Diploma and current First Aid required. A driver’s licence and vehicle would be an advantage, but are not required. A moderate level of physical fitness is necessary, due to the nature of participating in active pursuits with children. Recent experience working with children and youth with special needs would be an asset. How to apply: Please send a resume and cover letter with 2 references to: Erin Davies Family Support Program Coordinator NICCCS, PO Box 2446, Port Hardy V0N 2P0 Office: (250) 949-7591 Cell: (250) 902-7073 Email: erind@nicccs.org Website: http://nicccs.org
Early Childhood Educator - Full-Time Company: Kwigwis Daycare Industry: Education Wage: TBD Expiry Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 9am Details: We have an openings for a fully qualified Early Childhood Educator.
Sandy Tamburini Administrative Manager Email: reception@nicccs.org
This position is a permanent full time position, 35 hours per week. The Kwakiutl Band offers a benefits package to
Closing Date: October 6th @ 5pm Website: http://nicccs.org
employees after a probationary period. Wages based on education and experience.
Family Support Worker - Part-Time Company: North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society Industry: Social Services Wage: $20.00 hr. Expiry Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 9am Details: Hours for this position are daily after-school and during school holidays at 13 hours per week. This position reports to the Family Support Coordinator. The Family Support Program is seeking a caring and energetic individual to work with children and teens
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Qualifications & Experience: See the attached file for complete details. How to apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter attention to: Donna Adlington, Manager Kwigwis Daycare Box 1440/99 Tsakis Way, Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0Fax # 250 949 9015 Email: kwigwis@kwakiutl.bc.ca
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Yo! News is prepared by 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: Gwanak Nations) 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@gwanaknations.ca / (250) 902-2309 Margaret Bernard, Finance margaretb@gwanaknations.ca (250) 902-2308 Lorna Henderson, Finace lornah@gwanaknations.ca/ (250) 902-2308 Conrad Browne, Economic Development ecdev@gwanak.info Lucy Scow, Social Development lscow@gwanaknations.ca/ (250) 902-2307 Colleen Hemphill, Treaty collenh@gntreaty.org/ (250) 949-8424 Linda Paul, Administrative Assistance Kasalas4859/ (250) 949-8994 Leo Lawson, Capital Specialist Officer lhanslawson@msn.com/(250) 902-2306 Communications (250) 902-2301 Chelsey Walkus, Food Security & Nutrition Coordinator chelseywalkus@gmail.com/ (250) 949-7406 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) 230-4525
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
Darryl Coon: (250) 230-0866
Native Courtworker Office (250) 902-2223
Dodie Rufus: (250) 230-0295
Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Elders Centre
Leslie Walkus: (250) 230-0034
Silena George, Elders Program Administrator (250) 949-7406
Gary Walkus: (250) 230-3852 Terry Walkus: (250) 230-2459 Victor Walkus: (250) 230-1030
Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Health & Family Services Front Desk: (250) 949-8131 / Fax: (250) 949-6811 Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School Front Desk: (250) 949-7743 / Fax: (250) 949-7422 www.gwanak.bc.ca
Eddie Charlie: (250) 230-4212 Eke Me-Xi School (250) 949-8332
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