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Annual Report
Chief Dominic Frederick
“Lheidli T’enneh; a community built on the strength of its people” Councillor Louella Nome
TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from Chief Dominic Frederick................................................02 Chief & Council Report.....................................................................02 Executive Director Report................................................................03 Department Reports Reception/Sales.......................................................................04 Membership.............................................................................04 Health......................................................................................05 Education & Social Development...........................................06 Family Development...............................................................08 Community Engagement........................................................08 Governance..............................................................................09 Lands.......................................................................................10 Forestry....................................................................................11 Fisheries...................................................................................13 Economic Development...........................................................15 37th Annual Elders Gathering...........................................................22 Financial Statements.........................................................................23 Aboriginal Day photos.......................................................................32
Councillor Jennifer Pighin
Councillor Clarence John
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Letter from Chief Dominic Frederick At this time, I would also like to take this opportunity to thank my team, for their time, eɣorts and contributions to the Nation in their role as Council:
Dominic Frederick
Councillor Louella Nome Councillor Clarence John Councillor Jennifer Pighin
Chief
Furthermore, to acknowledge Dear Lheidli T’enneh Citizens, the public service and commitment of two former CounFor Lheidli T’enneh, cillors: 2012/2013 was another year of delivering strong results. Councillor Shirley Wiltermuth Even as the provincial and Councillor Joshua Seymour federal socio-political climate challenges persisted, we con- We have a responsibility to tinued building the founda- uphold our values as Lheidli tion for sustained growth in T’enneh People We de¿ne our operations and gover- ourselves and we have the renance. Our goal is to continue sponsibility to direct our own to move forward for the ben- future. We also need to take a e¿t of our community. step back and see all the posi-
tive milestones we achieved and celebrate our successes from time to time. I would like to acknowledge the good work that our Administration, Staɣ, and Contractors had completed! At the same time, recognize that we still have a lot more work to do for the upcoming year. 2013 is also a signi¿cant year for Lheidli T’enneh. We had the honour and privilege in hosting the 37th Annual BC Elders Gathering on July 9-11, 2013. The theme, “Honour Your Journey,” was appropriate and ¿tting that recognized the 100th anniversary of Lheidli T’enneh being forced from our village in what is now downtown Prince George, to our current reserve. The Gathering allowed us to tell our story, welcome everybody across the Province of British
Columbia and across Canada to our beautiful territory. The resiliency of our People is a testament to itself, and I believe we are even stronger moving forward as an independent Nation. Please ¿nd enclosed our Annual Report for 2012/2013. We have a lot to be proud of with all the progress and initiatives we have undertaken. “Our traditions and cultural beliefs are the driving force of our success and destiny.” LHEIDLI T’ENNEH NATION
DOMINIC FREDERICK Chief
Chief & Council Report thority of the Lheidli T’enneh and to safeguard the reputation, assets and identity of the Nation and its citizens.
Councillor Clarence John, Chief Dominic Frederick, Councillor Jennifer Pighin & Councillor Louella Nome Our Community Vision Lheidli T’enneh is a selfsuɤcient, sustainable, independent community with an educated and professional workforce able to compete in local, regional, national and international markets. Our people have excellent spiritual, emotional, mental and
physical wellness and the traditional family unit is a source of strength. Our Nation is protected from external government intervention and all citizens are active members of the community. Our Mission To advance the sovereign au-
Our Vision The Lheidli T’enneh Government and oɤcials will be accountable to their citizens through adherence to the Constitution of Lheidli T’enneh. Leadership will promote the unity and well-being of the people through providing eɣective and accountable government. Leadership will cooperate with one another in mutual trust and good faith, consult and inform one another, and coordinate their actions with one another. Our Fundamental Values a) equality of all peoples under the law;
b) fairness; c) trust; and d) respect for individual dignity and independence within the collectivity. Progress Report: As part of our strategic planning, a concentrated eɣort and progress has been achieved with completion of our Draft Custom Election Code. This document will also serve as a governance handbook that will set out the roles and responsibilities of the Lheidli T’enneh Chief and Council. In our day to day operations, Lheidli T’enneh Chief and Council set the strategic direction and ensure that business is conducted in a responsible manner. Upon the inaugural “Sworn In-Cer-
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It was agreed upon that Chief and Council will be politically accountable in carrying out their duties, by reporting attendance from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013 of all duly convened Chief and Council meetings. Below is a table showing attendance
Lheidli T’enneh strives to provide responsible government practices. It means that more emphasis of community engagement meetings of the various portfolios; consistent annual reporting out of our Audited Financial Statements to the membership; and strengthened communications to all Lheidli T’enneh Citizens.
Executive Director’s Report too many to list… As an Administration, we aspire to the following principles that form part of our service delivery and commitments to you: a. Equality of all Peoples under the law (Constitution of Lheidli T’enneh); Jason Morgan Dolleen Logan b. Fairness; Executive Director Administrative Assistant c. Trust; and Welcome to all and thank rector. In the last year, I have d. Respect for individual you for attending the Lheidli witnessed Lheidli T’enneh dignity and independence T’enneh Nation’s Annual continue to be a leader among within the collectivity. General Meeting on Sunday, First Nations in Northern August 11, 2013. This Annual British Columbia. We have an Our team has been moving General Meeting is signi¿cant excellent working relationship forward in policy developas we present a summary of with our partners like that of ment, and building upon a our journey commencing with the City of Prince George and critical piece of strengthened the welcoming by Chief Domi- the Regional District of Fras- internal and external communic Frederick and respected er-Fort George; our education nication strategies. With the Council, to our Audited Fi- partners like College of New implementation of our Stranancial Statements, and Staɣ Caledonia and University of tegic Plan and our Program Reports. Northern British Columbia, Logic Models, we have more and all our community and clearer and de¿ned roles and It is an honour and a privi- private-sector partners who responsibilities to strive for lege to be working for Lheidli continue to lend their support that will assist us as an AdT’enneh as your Executive Di- for Lheidli T’enneh! There are ministration to keep moving
forward. I have a lot to be thankful for! At this time, I would like to acknowledge our leadership, Chief Dominic Frederick, Councillor Louella Nome, Councillor Clarence John, and Councillor Jennifer Pighin. As well, the past commitment of former Councillors Shirley Wiltermuth and Joshua Seymour. With your dedication and public service, it is for the betterment of Lheidli T’enneh. I am proud to be part of the Lheidli T’enneh team, and I look forward to another exciting and rewarding year ahead! I wish you all the best and hope you enjoy our Annual Report! Respectfully, Am Bax Gxan Executive Director
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Reception/Sales Department Report Projects / Initiatives Completed To Date
Candace Godwin Receptionist Reception, tobacco sales, community information/ support (faxing, coping, job openings, meetings/events etc..)
Dealing with the public in person and on the phone ¿rst before they talN to anyone else. Maintaining a good standing with the Ministry of Finance tobacco tax (our license/permit) Tobacco Sales Keeping track of incoming and outgoing inventory /nightly inventory / deposits, status cards to be shown with every pur-
chase. Supplies for $// oɤces / band oɤce kitchen +elping people ¿ll out %ill C-3 forms/ applications/ government forms Mail / Faxes incoming and outgoing, parcel pick up, distributing among staɣ/ members. Fax and Mail station repairs/ troubleshooting Type/print letters as per request Answering calls ,directing callers to the right department/ giving infor-
mation (events, meetings etc..) taking messages for members that don’t have phones Incoming emails from the website as well as reception address Booking elders/ council for openings/ prayers Handing out Cheques on regular cheque days (Thursday & Friday) + SA days along with monthly renewals and any other paper work involved with distribution of cheques.
Membership Department Report
Shirley Wiltermuth Membership This past year has been very busy and hectic in the Registry Department due to ¿nancial cut-backs. The Indian Registry Administrator‘s duties encompass a wide variety of duties which are time sensitive. Registering events (births, deaths, marriages, divorces) which aɣect the Indian Register. Preparing monthly reports of all reported events. Posting Band Change Reports when applicable. Reviewing applications and appropriate documentation for registration and forwarding to the appropriate registration authority. Providing information to members of the band and
the general public. Issuing status cards to registered Lheidli T’enneh band members and to members of other bands. To issue a status card to non-Lheidli T’enneh member’s information must be gathered and veri¿ed before a status card can be issued. (PLEASE NOTE: In order to issue a status card band members MUST have 2 pieces of current identi¿cation one must be picture identi¿cation Recording the certi¿cate of the status cards issued in the CIS register and providing a copy of that register to Regional 2ɤce on a monthly basis.
for entitlement based on the INDIAN ACT amendment. 1. Did your grandmother lose her status as a result of marrying a non-Indian? 2. Is one of your parents registered, or entitled to be
registered under sub-section 6(2) of the INDIAN ACT. 3. Were you, or one of your siblings, born on or after September 4, 1951.
New Secure Certificate of Indian Status
The new SCIS features sevAn amendment was made to eral security improvements the INDIAN ACT in January such as: 2011 (Bill C-3) when eligible grandchildren of women who Laser engraving which lost status as a result of marburns information directrying a non-Indian could bely into the card; come entitled to registration Touch data that uses (Indian Status) raised letters and numIn general, applicants who bers on the card surface; can answer yes to the follow- patterns of e[tremely ¿ne ing three criteria will qualify
lines that cannot easily be scanned or copied; An ultra-violet image and printing that is visible using specialized equipment; and A window, appearing as a clear area in the card that allows a secondary photo image of the cardholder to be visible from both sides.
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Health Department Report partners such as Northern Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, Central Interior Native Health Services Society, to name a few, to be able to provide direct service delivery to our community.
vide education and prevention Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative- increase awareness of diabetes
My day to day activities are as follows: Filing/oɤce administration duties Another priority will be to Assist with clients going Louella Nome research the development of into treatment Councillor/Health Worker a new Health Station, and to Getting clients to councilOn behalf of Lheidli T’enneh develop a health committee. ling sessions Nation, I would like to person Overseeing the homemakally thank my colleagues and If there are any questions and ers the community members for or concerns please call, email Assist clients with court ismaking this an exciting year or come see me or I can come sues for the Health Department. see you. Attend court on family A number of initiatives have court days when needed been undertaken with the Thank you for your time and Attend court on criminal common goal of raising the cooperation. court days when needed quality of life for our Lheidli Assist clients with doctor peoples. This includes health The Lheidli T’enneh Health appointments education, advocacy, informa- programs are as follows: Hospital visits if clients tion awareness, health cam- Brighter Futures- this proare there paigns, prevention, and direct gram is to bring awareness to Assisting with medications client services support. the community around Menfor clients tal Health, Child Develop- Weekly team meeting with As a community, we face many ment, Healthy Babies, Injury family support and social challenges as it relates to ac- Prevention, Parenting Skills, development workers cess and services. It is also ex- improvement of my skills to Working with the family citing to see on the provincial assist the community support oɤce level a collective movement Mental Health Crisis- to ad- Working with the social on health administration from dress the mental health issues development oɤce Health Canada transitioning within the community Hospital with moms to asto a new First Nations Health Solvent Abuse Program- to sist with delivery Authority. I have been a part address the solvent abuse is- Home visits with families of these provincial meetings, sues within the community with new babies and we will continue to advo- Canada Prenatal Nutrition- to Meet one-on-one with clicate for the best interests of improve maternal and infant ents to assist with everyLheidli T’enneh Nation! nutritional health day issues Community Health Preven- Assist clients with parentWith the strategic approach tion- to promote healthy life ing issues taking by Chief and Council choices around infant health, Refer clients to organizaand the delegated responsi- child health, school health, tions in the city e.g. Inbilities to the Administration adolescent health, adult fant development center, and the Health Department, health, elder health PGNFC, food banks, Nawe are moving forward, and Environmental Health Protive court workers, healing through combined eɣorts I gram- to ensure the commucenter believe we can make a diɣer- nity has safe drinking water Discussions with Aborigience with our community as it First Nations Home Communal education workers rerelates to health and wellness. nity Care- provides service for garding clients There is optimism for positive families to stay in their homes Attend the First Nations changes, and we will be posi- throughout their illness. Health Council meetings tioned to plan and respond. National Native Alcohol/Drug Attend the First Nations Abuse- assists clients with alHealth Authority meeting One of our priorities will be cohol/drug addiction Weekly water samples to collaborate with our health HIV/AIDS Strategy- to pro- Monthly water samples to
the lab in Prince George Assist with any other duties as they come up Attend Dakelh Ne Hub meetings Ongoing meetings with MCFD- Ministry of Children and Families Ongoing home visits Set up workshops Meetings with Northern First Nations Child Welfare Governance
The Health oɤce works very closely with the Family Support Worker and the Social Development oɤce as we all have shared clients that overlap into these three programs.
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Education & Social Development Department Report
Niki Lindstrom
Phyllis Seymour
Shirley Wiltermuth
Rose Paul
Program Coordinator
Program Facilitator
Elder Mentor, CNC Program
Bus Driver, CNC Program
students. This is still to be accomplished. This department needs to be able to source out additional resources for the manpower of this initiative or we require more time to dedicate to this objective.
well as keep that employment. We are currently accepting enrollment for the start up at the end of August!
Another goal of this department is to create internal Education Policy for Lheidli T’enneh. We had one session in Vancouver as a beginning. We need to have an equitable distribution of Lheidli T’enneh members. We would like to have an Elder, a Youth and representatives from both sides of the reserve, as well as members living oɣ reserve. It’s very important to have an approved policy in place by the end of this ¿scal, prior to next year’s education requests.
This department helps members to access training that will help them to pursue gainful employment A number of members were sent on training directly related to the employment they are pursuing. This training ranged from general re-certi¿cation to equipment operation to UNBC courses.
The departments I manage are Education, Training, Employment and Social Development The staɣ Zho ZorN in these departments are as follows:
vide more opportunities by stretching the dollars, as well as partnerships set up with post-secondary institutions (ie. UNBC.) We also had a goal to provide tutoring for on-reserve stuPhyllis Seymour – Program dents K-12. This was achieved Facilitator, Education Trailers by having an Agreement Shirley Wiltermuth – Elder signed and implemented in Mentor, CNC Program November 2012. Tutoring Rose Paul – Bus Driver, CNC has been taking place on the Program North and South sides. The Dalainey Bozoki – Youth As- old Treaty Trailer was desigsistant, Education nated by Chief and Council as the Education Trailer. These Projects / Initiatives Com- programs have proved to be pleted To Date very successful. Due to the progress made, we’ve been Education: granted another year of tutorOne of the objectives of the ing. This program has been in Education department is an partnership with UNBC. increased number of Lheidli Active Minds was a bonus to T’enneh youth and adults to the tutoring as it was set up afgraduate with their Dogwood. ter the tutoring was set to be in This year there were three stu- place. Science students from dents who returned to school UNBC came out to teach sciand received their Dogwood ence to the North and South Diploma. I’m hoping there sides once a week. One of the will be even more returning Lheidli T’enneh students was student diplomas as we now awarded “Excellence in Scihave the CNC program in ence” this year. The students place. enjoyed this very much and Another objective was an in- some will be going into the creased number of Lheidli Science Camp at UNBC in AuT’enneh youth and adults to gust. pursue some form of postsecondary education. This Another objective was to have year, there are several more a Local Education Agreement post-secondary students than in place with School District last year being covered under 57. An LEA with the school post-secondary dollars. The district will help Lheidli AANDC Post-Secondary and T’enneh students speci¿cally LTN funding are being fully by having more decision-makutilized. We were able to pro- ing in the funds going these
A special initiative that had not been done before is having signed an agreement with the College of New Caledonia. This was a proposal submitted to the Ministry of Advanced Education. This initiative was to have workplace oriented training as well as the opportunity for students to attain their Dogwood. This program began on the Northside at the beginning of May and went to the beginning of July. The program will resume at the end of August. The goal of this program is not only to give students basic education, but to give them skills to obtain gainful employment as
Training ment:
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Employ-
A primary objective of this deparment is to create internal Training Policy. We need to do this by putting in place an equitable Training Committee. We need to have an approved policy in place as soon as possible. This department has also aimed to increase member access to employment opportunities. When job postings come up, they are posted on both sides of the reserve and also now at the Economic Development Oɤce. When companies have been looking for employees, we made sure we found a member to be employed with them, whether it was short or long term. Members have also needed help with their resumes or to do a job search and have been as-
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Education & Social Development Department Report established with MHSD and information is readily accessible at all times.
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Since its establishment in 1992, FNESC has worked to communicate the priorities of BC First Nations to the federal What’s New and provincial governments and to support First Nations We need to recruit a key com- communities in working tomittee for the Education and gether to advance education Training Committee. It needs issues. Communications, reto be equitable by having a search, partnership-building Dalainey Bozoki representative from each side and advocacy are all central to Youth Assistant of the reserve, an elder, a FNESC’s activities. youth and a few members liv- I’ve been a member of FNESC sisted with that. ing oɣ reserve. since November 2012. FNESC both champions and spearSocial Development We will be creating forms, in heads issues adversely aɣectpartnership with the School ing First Nations students in One of the objective in this de- District, so we can readily at- BC. There are a number of partment is to support mem- tain report card information things I’ve brought up and bers when they require assis- for the purposes of the Awards would like to see in the near tance. Day celebration. We would future. Having a designated Members are currently be- like to have this information seat for a First Nations School ing supported when they re- sooner than later. Consent Trustee, a First Nations PAC quire assistance from this to Release Information forms in every community, and the department in a timely man- will go home to the parents of history of First Nations taught ner. However, documenta- Lheidli T’enneh students. early on in school to name tion is something we require a few. Currently, the only when asked. We need to have Some of the Boards and structured education for First all the required documenta- Committees Nations history is First Nation in place prior to releastions 12 and this is only taught ing a cheque. Some examples AEB – This is the Aboriginal in some districts throughout of such documentation are a Education Board for School the province. I believe it’s virental agreement with the SA District 57. We have been tally important to teach sturecipient’s name on it, ROE’s, working on a Terms of Refer- dents early on, so First Nabank statements, ID and other ence for this board. We will tions students know some of signed documents. be meeting with SD57 to dis- their history and challenges cuss the Terms of Reference. faced by older ones and also We also want to ensure all SD Our goal is to have more re- so other students gain some policies are upheld. Social sults-oriented conversations. knowledge and insight as well. Development policies have Members of the board will I look forward to continuing been upheld by approving be volunteering to be a rep- to serve on this committee only what’s allowable under resentative on each commit- and help to make change happolicy guidelines. tee in school district 57. The pen for our students. ultimate goal is to see actual A continuing objective is to improvements in graduation PGNAETA – The Prince get members receiving assis- rates and further success for George Nechako Aboriginal tance back to work. One of our aboriginal children. As Training and Employment the ways we will do this is by the Lheidli representative, I Agency was established to requiring clients to show they not only represent aboriginal serve aboriginal populations are searching for work, if they children in general, but spe- in today’s shifting labour are employable. ci¿cally our Lheidli T’enneh market and economy. There students. are aboriginal employment The last objective we had was and training agencies in each to work with the Ministry of FNESC – The First Nations urban area around the provHousing and Social Develop- Education Steering Commit- ince. The small amount of ment for greater eɤciency in tee is committed to improv- dollars we receive is for on information sharing. A solid ing aboriginal education for reserve; and therefore, other working relationship has been all aboriginal students in BC. training requests are directed
to the urban centres, such as PGNAETA. Any training approved must meet a labour demand and be a current labour requirement. All training requests need to be done in writing. Important Dates School Start-up Allowance (gift cards) will be distributed by August 26th, 2013. If you can bring the child in to pick it up with you, that would be preferable. Awards Day will be held Saturday, July 12, 2014 next year. Please mark that date on your calendar.
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Aboriginal Family Development Department Report or salad, to cook. Once they have cooked the meal, they sit together and enjoy it.
Tasheena Seymour Assistant Family Development Worker As the Assistant Family Development worker my job is to plan events for the families of Lheidli T’enneh. For the last year I have been holding community kitchens every second week for the youth at the Northside Community Kitchen. The kids are given recipes for a main dish and a dessert
We have held many more events including movie nights, 8th Fire showings, Noah’s Ark, sleepover at the Northside Trailers, family skate, community clean-up, and girls night. Another part of my job is to transport members to doctor’s appointments, and bring them to the food bank if needed. It has been an amazing year working with families and the youth in the community. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at tseymour@lheidli.ca
Community Kitchen at the Northside Trailers
Community Engagement Department Report
Kevin Brown Contract Community Engagement Coordinator The past year has been both busy and productive for members of the Community Engagement Committee (CEC). After hosting a very positive and successful Community Open House in May 2012, committee members moved forward on two-tracks based on feedback and direction from community members. House Calls/Interviews Since last year’s CEC Open House committee members have been trying to con-
tact and speak to every adult Lheidli member in and out of town. Several elders and community members made it clear during the 2012 Open House that they would prefer to discuss the proposed treaty and share their views in person with committee members. The House Calls/ Interviews process has been moving forward but it could be going better. There are many Band members the CEC has yet to contact and meet. Others have been contacted but have not yet indicated whether or not they wish to participate in a con¿dential interview. It is so important the CEC meet with as many people as possible to hear their input. The voice of Lheidli needs to be heard. Please ensure the CEC has your contact information so we can schedule a House Call/ Interview with you as soon as possible!
This is our future. This is your future. So please be a part of it. The information the CEC collects from the interviews is very important because Chief and Council need to submit a report with recommendations
to BC Treaty Commission on where the community stands on a 2nd rati¿cation. The CEC is planning to complete the House Calls/Interviews process by the end of October. Feedback received from community members will be reÀected in a report to Chief
Round Table disscussions at the open house July 19, 2013
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Community Engagement Department Report continued... companies? What are the costs to our community of voting not to support the proposed treaty with BC and Canada? The third path would be a path of self-determination. What could our community gain by moving to a process of proactive selfdetermination and partnerships with BC and Canada and the many companies wishing to do business on our traditional territory? What would our community need to do to pursue a model of self-determination and partnerships? What are the costs and challenges associated with this model?
comed the participation of over 30 community members. Participants discussed each of the 3 Paths and oɣered feedback and suggestions that will help the CEC plan and prepare for the workshops. Community members also had the opportunity to provide feedback on other topics and issues of importance and interest to the Lheidli T’enneh Nation.
rick with Governance Consultant Jody Stuart. Information gathered in the ¿rst community survey was also included.
and the next step is to begin hosting community consultation sessions to revise the code and prepare it for rati¿cation in the 2013-2014 ¿scal year.
Chief and Council thank current committee members Elizabeth Bjorklund, LenoLheidli T’enneh youth Dalhia, Rhia and Rayne ra White, Frank Frederick, Shirley Gustason, and Felicia and Council by the end of No- Is our community ready Nome for their work over the vember. to implement a treaty and past year. The CEC would how would this be done? like to welcome back Dolleen 3 Paths Project The agreement-in-princiLogan to our group and welThe newest initiative of the ple is almost 7 years old, come Kevin Brown who is the CEC is the 3 Paths Project. what are the lands and new CEC Coordinator. NorThe committee began thinkother bene¿ts worth in toman Dale is no longer with us ing about this initiative folday’s values versus when lowing the 2012 Community our community voted the The CEC will be seeking feed- but the CEC acknowledges his back and input from commu- hard work and the many conOpen House and through the ¿rst time? initial House Calls/Interviews The second path would be nity members on each of the 3 tributions he made to the prowhere people stated they continuing as is or Status paths as the House Calls/In- cess and our community. The terviews are completed. The committee would also like to would like more information Quo. and to better understand the What does our future look CEC will also plan to host a acknowledge Barry Seymour, options for our community. like if things stay the same series of three workshops, one Josh Seymour and Rena Zaon each of the 3 Paths. These torski for their past services as they are today? The ¿rst path would be an im- What support does our are likely to take place in early and Chief and Council for plemented treaty. community receive from 2014 so look for more infor- their support and guidance. British Columbia and Can- mation later this year. What are the PROs and ada today? CONs of voting to sign a What community ben- 2013 CEC Open House treaty with British Colume¿ts are generated today The CEC hosted its 2013 Open bia and Canada? through our band-owned House on July 19 and wel-
Governance Report
Jody Stewart Governance Consultant
The governance activities for this ¿scal year focussed on the creation of the Lheidli T’enneh Custom Election Code. This involved consultation and drafting of the ¿rst version with the Governance Code Working Group which included Lenora White, Elizabeth Bjorklund, Felicia Nome, Rena Zatorski, Frank Fred-
Projects / Initiatives Completed To Date The ¿rst draft has been completed and presented to Chief and Council for their review
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Lands & Natural Resources Department Report
Barry Seymour
Nicole Wiltermuth
Wendy Jael
Lands Manager
Lands Clerk/Communications
Housing Coordinator
Property Taxation: The Lheidli T’enneh have been accepted into the First Nation’s Fiscal Management Act (FMA). The new process provides for the Lheidli government the jurisdiction through the First Nations Tax Commission (FNTC) to manage our own property tax system.
The new housing policy (HP) provides all parties with the required components to operate a credible and eɣective management regime. The HP includes a chapter on home ownership, this will enable members to purchase their current homes or for others to build their own homes on Lheidli lands.
purposes. Also, over this same period of time all the housing units and Band assets will be appraised to determine a value. These two initiatives will provide necessary baseline data that can be utilized in the establishment of market value.
Property Tax payers contributed $78,045 to the Lheidli government in the 2012 tax year which is January 01, 2012 to December 31st, 2012. These monies are utilized to support government activities that are speci¿ed in an expenditure plan.
The Band currently owns thirty-six units. There are nine DIA section 10 houses built in the 1960’s and 70’s; nine CMHC section 56(1) units built in the mid 1980’s; ¿fteen CMHC section 95 built in 1998/99 and a Band mortgaged triplex built in 2000. There is also one member owned unit.
This department is responsible for maintaining the infrastructure; the roads, water system and community facilities. The goal is to provide quality services to the members; the roads have been maintained through an agreement with Falcon Construction Ltd., this company grades the roads a minimum of four times annually and applies the dust control. The winter roads are maintained primarily by the Community Maintenance Technician (CMT) with the backhoe. The water system is monitored BK Woods. The wa-
Last year a portion of the tax monies was utilized to upgrade 1.5 kilometers of the road on I.R. #2 north side. This year there is a handicap access ramp with a roof and a renovation to the foundation and the building is getting a new roof.
Over the next several months all units will be thoroughly inspected and the required repairs will be documented and priced out for proposal development or negotiation
Public Works
ter system will be Àushed the last week of August. There are on-going water quality tests conducted by the health representative. The maintenance of the exterior grounds of the community facilities includes lawn maintenance, removal of bee hives, weed control and repair of buildings. This summer two students were hired to assist the CMT. Lands The Lands Authority (LA) had met six times over the past year. They have dealt primarily with the environmental management and assessment regime with consultant Richard Krehbiel. The paper produced is intended to advance implementation of Lheidli T’enneh Environmental Management and Environmental Assessment Regimes under the authority of the Lheidli T’enneh Land Code. Other initiatives is the review of the Land Use Plan (LUP); over the next year the LUP will be revised to include a zoning law to meet current and future needs of the members. Shirley Wiltermuth has been hired on a part time basis to create a database of the members, the demographic information gathered will be utilized for primarily planning purposes.
Housing: The housing strategy contains a new governance structure, there is a housing committee (HC). The HC is mandated by Chief and Council and operates under a terms of reference to advise Council and assist the housing department implement the housing strategy and policy.
Band Office renovation of the handicap access ramp
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Forestry Department Report
Jackie Brown, RFT
Prepares regular progress/ monthly reports on the process to management and political (internal) representatives. Support management in strategic planning and program implementation. To assist as a key point of contact for contracting and employment related opportunities. Assistance in negotiating and developing partnerships or protocol agreements.
CF K1N Table
Harvested volume must come from Lheidli T’enneh tradi tional territory and cut volThere is a variety of core valume attributed to this licence ues and program objectives must be from timber types that the forestry coordinacontaining coniferous stands tor must utilize, to assist in of Lodgepole Pine, Spruce and the overall administration, for the community of Lheidli There were a number of busi- Balsam. ness opportunities within the The overall plan is to attribute T’enneh. 509,440m3 The key functions of the for- last year that bene¿ted the approximately Lheidli T’enneh community. of harvestable volume to this estry coordinator are: licence until April 1, 2018 to To assist in identi¿cation and location of potential A new 5-year Non-Replace- fully complete the licence. harvesting or silviculture able Forest Licence(NRFL), Please refer to Tano T’enneh activities for the purpose A90812, was awarded to Tano LP Map area. of generating working cap- T’enneh Limited Partnership Community Forest (CF) Liital and revenue opportu- in April 2013, which is owned cence, K1N, has a business nities with on-and-oɣ re- by Lheidli T’enneh First Na- partnership between Tano tion, which has renewed a T’enneh Limited Partnership serve lands. To assist in the adminis- management agreement with and Ainsworth Lumber Comtration of forest licences Canadian Forest Products pany. Ainsworth will manage for the purpose of generat- (Canfor). Canfor will admin- this licence, on behalf of Tano ing revenue and working ister the planning and opera- T’enneh LP, which would intions for the NRFL, on behalf volve all levels of planning and capital. harvesting operations. LTN Provision of capacity build- of Tano T’enneh LP. Contracting Ltd. will be given ing supports to Lands Au Annual Allowable Cut of opportunity to help manage thority Membership and 101,888m3/yr over 5 years this licence, in regards to harLands 2ɤce 6taɣ Memfor a total of 509,440m3 vesting the wood. bers to support knowledge for the term of license AAC for 2010 is pro-rated (by transfer required for en Revenue is generated by month) and calculates to be gagement and inclusion the sale of logs from Tano 19,167 m³. This is 10/12th at in development of Lheidli to Canfor. 15,000 and 2/12ths at 40,000. T’enneh forestry-related The remaining four years are activities. 40 000m³ per year for a ¿ve Review of data for forestry Year Harvest year total of 179,167 m³ availreferrals including maps, Volume able for harvest. impact assessments, reve- Year 1 101,888m3 The uplifted AAC is dividnue potential and partner- (2013-14) ed between deciduous and ship opportunities. MPB damaged pine leading 101,888m3 Administration of various Year 2 stands, 10,000m3 (25%) and forestry related contracts (2014-15) 30,000m3 (75%) respectively. including budget review, Year 3 101,888m3 ,n the ¿rst year of the cut con¿nancial planning and (2015-16) trol (under the original AAC), contract negotiation. Year 4 101,888m3 5837.5 m3 were allocated to Working with various gov- (2016-17) the deciduous, and 6662.5 ernment bodies and their Year 5 101,888m3 m3 were allocated to coniferappointed representatives. (2017-18) ous. This is calculated over
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the ¿rst 10 months of 2010. For the remaining 2 months of 2010, under the AAC uplift, 1666.75m3 are allocated to deciduous, and 5000.25m3 to MPB damaged pine leading stands. This totals to 7,504.25 m3 deciduous and 11,662.75 m3 coniferous for 2010. The AAC for the remaining 4 years is 10,000 m3 deciduous and 30,000 m3 pine leading coniferous for a 5 year total of 179,167 m3. The following table provides cumulative volumes for the 5 year Cut Control over the next 4 years. Please refer to CF K1N Table. As a license holder, one of the main objectives we have as a business, such as Tano T’enneh LP, we must meet our silviculture obligations with the older licenses, such as Non-Replaceable Forest Licenses(NRFLs), A56313 (1998) and A72190 (2004). We contracted Van Dolah Enterprises Inc. to survey these re-planted blocks, last year in May 2012. Those surveys determined that brushing work would be needed to lower the level of competition species, such as Trembling Aspen and Red Alder from the crop tree species of Lodgepole Pine and White Spruce, that were planted within Tano T’enneh LP NRFLs, A56313 (1998) and A72190 (2004). Tano T’enneh LP has contracted Spectrum Resource Group, an experienced silviculture company from Prince
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George. Spectrum is hoping to have interested, hard working community members to be a part of the brushing team to complete the work needed to meet our silviculture obligations for these 2 licenses, NRFLA56313 and NRFLA72190, to achieve Free To Grow status. Tano T’enneh LP hopes to achieve that status within 2 or 3 seasons from this year, with a Free To Grow survey in that timeframe. Once Free To Grow status has been con¿rmed, Tano T’enneh LP will then recoup silviculture deposits that are being held by the Prince George Forest District, as per license agreements. Lheidli T’enneh First Nation and its community members, were a key silviculture contractor a number of years ago and would like to develop into that again, as we move forward in working with businesses, such
as Spectrum Resource Group, to achieve that goal. Please refer to Tano T’enneh LP – 2013 Brushing Summary Chart for more details.
loading. Kim Forest Management Ltd., a forestry consultant, worked in conjunction with Jackie Brown, RFT – Forestry Coordinator and the BC Ministry of Forests, Lands Another initiative that was and Natural Resource Operacompleted within the last tions – Fire Protection Branch year was a Lheidli T’enneh to complete the report. Community :ild¿re Protec- Lheidli T’enneh First Nation tion Plan(CWPP). This CWPP is committed to its commuutilized crown land that is nity in developing various immediately adjacent to on- opportunities for revenue reserve lands. The ¿re haz- generation and capacity deard rating within these crown velopment for its members. It lands is low. The communi- is with these various organizaties that were surveyed are tions within the forest indusLheidli T’enneh IR #2, north try and government, that this and southside, also Lhezba- can be achieved. These initiaonichek IR #3. tives would not be done withThere were various ways that out the collaboration of key data was collected and utilized administration staɣ of Lheidli for determining a ¿re hazard T’enneh First Nation, such as: rating. The use of ground Jason Morgan, Executive Diplots and GPS units helped rector locate areas that showed for- Judith Gauthier, Finance Coest timber type characteristics ordinator and their potential for fuel Niki Lindstrom, Education,
Training & Employment Coordinator/Social Development Worker Keith Henry, Economic Development Coordinator Barb Allan, Special Projects Coordinator/Job Coach Barry Seymour, Lands Manager Gord Haines, GIS Technician Chief Dominic Frederick, Lheidli T’enneh First Nation Lowell Johnson, RPF, Forestry Consultant
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Fisheries Department Report Fisheries program staɣ also apply for funding through other programs and sources to support project-based objectives. Funding received in 2012 included an Aboriginal Funds for Species at Risk grant to support sturgeon research in the upper Fraser.
Brian Toth Contract Fisheries Manager /KHLGOL 7¶HQQHK¶V ¿VKHUies program receives its core funding from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) via the Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS). The purpose of the funding agreement relates to the Department’s consultative responsibilities regarding the management of salmon
Carl Frederick
Lheidli T’enneh’s ¿sheries program strives to ensure it and /heidli’s ¿shing rights. meets its obligations under The AFS agreement funds any contribution agreement or the monitoring of Lheidli’s contract it enters into, doing salmon ¿shery and a num- so in a ¿nancially responsible ber of technical projects. The manner. The program has a AFS agreement terminated long history of successfully on March 31, 2013, and a new undertaking and completing 3-year agreement was execut- high priority and complex technical endeavours, and ed. working cooperatively with
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both Provincial and Federal agencies to redress common management concerns and objectives. It attempts to balance the pursuit of program growth, the maintenance of technical strength/soundness, and community member employment and capacity development. Fisheries personnel include two contract ¿sheries biologist (Brian Toth and Chris Pharness) and Carl Frederick (Asst. Program Manager); and various staɣ are hired for seasonal positions including Konrad Frederick, Trent Seymour, Chelsie Auger and Alec Paul.
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Projects / Initiatives Completed To Date 2012 was another busy year Ior /heidli¶s ¿sheries program, with the focus of activities including the following: 1. Management of the food, social and ceremonial (FSC) ¿shery /heidli¶s salmon food ¿shery in 2012 resulted in the harvest of 6489 sockeye and 183 chinook. The relatively low catch ¿gure was a reÀection of a return of fewer than 140,000 Stellako sockeye and around 93,000 Late Stuart sockeye through Lheidli¶s ¿shing area. It’s important to monitor harvest for a number of reasons. In 2012 Lheidli’s catch monitoring crew circulated a small number of ³¿sher log books´. The intent is to have ¿shers write down their catch every time they check their net. We’ll be circulating more of these in 2013. Please refer to Table 1.
ers continued to decline and reached a low not seen since Lheidli began monitoring these stocks in 2004. Fisheries harvesting the Upper Fraser Spring 52 chinook stocks will continue to be cut-back in 2013, including marine and Fraser ¿sheries. Please refer to Table 2. 3. Continuing research and assessment eɣorts in relation to the Upper Fraser white sturgeon population
Konrad Frederick, Chris Pharness and Carl Frederick continued white sturgeon research activities in the upper Fraser including radio telemetry, sturgeon capture, assessment and tagging. Two Lheidli students-youth (Trent Seymour and Chelsie Auger) were employed to gain experience on the project. In 2012, twenty-¿ve (25) telemetry surveys were conducted by boat on the upper Fraser. Twenty-three (23) tagged individuals were detected a total 2. Conducting Chinook enu- of 89 times with a range of 1 to meration in the upper Fraser 12 detections per individual. The tags on 6 individuals were Chris Pharness and Konrad replaced; 5 of these were of Frederick counted spawning upper Fraser origin (originally chinook in 8 streams (East radio tagged in the upper Fraand West Twin, Swift, Small, ser). Seven ( ) new ¿sh were Horsey, Holiday, Nevin, Mck- radio tagged and one previale) in the Robson Valley ously radio tagged individual three times during August. had a tag removed, which was Numbers of returning spawn- not replaced. Of the original
22 ¿sh radio tagged in the study area from 2007-09, only 13 were located in 2012. Of these 5 were ¿tted with new tags and one had its tag removed, as previously mentioned. Four (4) radio tagged individuals were detected that were not originally tagged in the study area.
the spring of 2013. Staɣ will be working in 2013 to continue work to identify a suitable water source, site and/or facility for the incubation program envisioned, and work through the necessary processes to have the required testing and permitting completed for September 2014.
4. Implementing the recovery-rebuilding plan for the Bowron sockeye stock
5. Cultural camp event
In 2012 fewer than 60 Bowron sockeye spawners were observed. Lheidli continued to work towards implementing key aspects of the rebuilding plan for the stock. The primary focus was on identifying a suitable site to incubate Bowron sockeye eggs to support unfed fry releases. Two site visits were undertaken to Bowron Lake to identify potentially suitable water sources and sites. Data loggers were deployed at one local resident’s water source. Discussions were also initiated with the Spruce City Wildlife Association to determine their interest in utilizing their hatchery for the purposes of incubating sockeye eggs. The SCWA was receptive to the idea and data loggers were deployed in their well system in
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A ¿sheries-oriented cultural event was held on Sept 23, 2012 in Clesboenichek-Miworth on the Nechako River. The event was facilitated by Elder Edith Frederick, assisted by Elder Robert Frederick. There were approximately 20 participants, including 10 adults/elders and 10 youth. The event was a day-camp/picnic style setting with a camp¿re and smoke and drying houses operating, and active ¿shing very nearby. Activities undertaken by participants included preparing the smoking facility, cutting up and prepping ¿sh for smoking and canning, story-telling, and a group picnic. Edith Frederick coordinated the elder/youth volunteers. Fisheries staɣ and other Lheidli program staɣ assisted with planning and coordinating matters prior to the function, and with par-
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Summer Student Trent Seymour ticipant transportation on the day of the function. Plans for next year (2013) are to coordinate this event in September with Rivers Day at Ft. George Park IR#1.
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Summer Student Chelsie Auger Carl participates in all Fraser Conservation & Harvest Planning Forums, Fraser Salmon Roadmap process meetings, and is a Board of Director for the Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance (UFFCA) and a Director-alternate for the First Nation Fisheries Council (FNFC). All of these forums are used to convey the ¿sheries-related interests
of Lheidli T’enneh, and learn about the challenges and interests of other First Nations and regions. 2013 Fishing Opportunities In 2009 the Fraser sockeye run returned at about 10% of what was forecast. That year (2009) was the brood/parent year for 2013 returns, so it is quite likely that there will
be low numbers of sockeye returning through Lheidli’s territory. We will do our best to keep Lheidli’s ¿shers informed of openings and closures that may occur. Also, we’ll be circulating log books for ¿shers to report their catch in.
Economic Development Department Report Gord Haines GIS Technician Barb Allan Special Projects & Job Coach Coordinator
Keith Henry
Gord Haines
Barb Allan
Community Economic Development Manager
GIS Technician
Special Projects & Job Coach Coordinator
I’d like to take a moment to introduce myself, my name is Keith Henry and I am the Community Economic Development Manager. I started work with Lheidli T’enneh Nation on December 5, 2012. I am from the Ochapowace First Nation in Saskatchewan and have lived and worked
within Lheidli T’enneh Territory for the past 18 years. My past work experience includes working with the Aboriginal Business Development Centre, the Prince George Nechako Aboriginal Employment & Training Association and the Prince George Native Friendship Centre. I look forward
to working for the Lheidli T’enneh Nation. The Economic Development Department is made up of the following key positions: Keith Henry C o m m u n i t y Economic Development Manager
Unfortunately, Gord Haines has submitted his resignation and will be leaving in September 2013. He was given an exceptional oɣer by the Doig River First Nation, where he worked for 6 years previously. The Economic Development oɤce will be looking for someone to ful¿ll the position as soon as possible. We wish Gord all the best with his new endeavors. Barb Allan has provided a paragraph with some background information to introduce herself. I am a member of the Stellat’en First Nation. I have worked at PGNAETA
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Economic Development Department Report continued... for past ten (10) years utilizing many opportunities, but the latest one being the Workforce Promoter – Aboriginal Employment Gateway Department. While attending the College of New Caledonia in 2006, Business management diploma program, Algebra is my favorite area of study. I also avidly participate in the annual Sun Run, and enjoyed being the Team Leader for the Sole Survivor’s Team (PGNAETA). I was the lead creator with our logo and name for the team! I look forward to creating a working relationship between Industry and Lheidli T’enneh First Nation.
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6. Implement community based economic developLheidli T’enneh Economment priorities. ic Development Mission 7. Enhance Lheidli T’enneh’s Statement participation and role as To generate and expand the Oɤcial +ost First Nasources of Nation owned revetion of the 2015 Canada nue to be used to support long Winter Games. term ¿nancial independence 8. Build the pro¿le of the and self suɤciency for the NaLheidli T’enneh Nation. tion and it’s Citizens. The economic development Lheidli T’enneh Econom- priorities are: Expand Busiic Development Vision ness and Economic DevelStatement opment Capacity; Develop Lheidli T’enneh Nation is Business and Project Partnerself suɤcient Nation with ships/Joint Ventures; Attract the technical expertise to ad- Investment; Support capacity vance larger scale economic development of the Lheidli ventures, ensure sustainable T’enneh workforce; and Exemployment, support the en- pand our business network trepreneurial spirit of its Citi- with Governments, Industry Lheidli T’enneh hosted the zens and sustain a strong, rec- and other First Nations Grand Opening for the new ognizable presence within the Community Economic Devel- Lheidli T’enneh Traditional The following Industries presopment Oɤce on December Territory. Activities under- ent economic development 6th, 2012. The oɤce is located taken by the Nation will be opportunities within the Traat #100 - 215 George St. based on principles of open ditional Territory: Mining; information sharing and en- Pipelines; Alternative Energy; The Economic Development gagement with it’s Citizens. Forestry; Land Development Department has been created & Management; Construction, to engage in economic devel- Benchmarks for Econom- Fabricating & Manufacturopment opportunities for the ic Development ing; Transportation; EnvironLheildi T’enneh Nation that mental Services; Innovation, continue to generate and ex- 1. Finalization of the Eco- Research and Technology; pand sources of Nation owned nomic Diversi¿cation Plan and the 2015 Canada Winter revenue to support long-term for Lheidli T’enneh Na- Games. ¿nancial independence and tion. self-suɤciency for the Nation. 2. Creation of an Economic New Business Structure Speci¿cally the Economic DeDevelopment Oɤce and The Lheidli T’enneh Nation velopment Oɤce will focus on Community Economic De- has established a new business the development of local cavelopment Manager. structure, the Tano T’enneh pacity to eɣectively develop, 3. Established the Tano Limited Liability Partnership manage and govern economic T’enneh Limited Liability (LLP). The LLP will act as the development initiatives as Partnership. umbrella business structure recommended in the Lheidli 4. Development of a commu- for future business developT’enneh Economic Diversinity consultation and en- ment and joint ventures. The ¿cation Plan, the 2012-201 gagement strategy speci¿c LLP was created to separate Strategic Plan and the Comto economic development. the business operations from prehensive Community Plan. 5. Initiate and strengthen the governance objectives of The Economic Development a working collaboration Lheidli T’enneh Nation; to enOɤce will also work in partwith the City of Prince sure the assets of the LTN are nership with community and George, Regional District protected from the liabilities regional economic developof Fraser Fort George, Ini- of the forestry operation; to ment stakeholders to develop, tiative Prince George, In- minimize income and other communicate and capitalize dustry, Government, First taxes in connection with the on economic development opNations and other com- forestry operations, and other portunities relevant to Lheidli munity stakeholders. future economic development
opportunities; to allow for accumulation of income and capital for economic opportunities. :hat are the Eene¿ts of the LLP? 7D[DWLRQ EHQH¿WV LTB holds 99.99% interest in the LLP. Income is taxed at the partnership level, resulting in 99.99% of the Forestry Operations taxed within LTB. Indian Act S. 87 and Federal Income Tax Act S.149 have taxable income exemptions for First Nations /LDELOLW\ EHQH¿WV Provides limited liability to the limited partners. Tano T’enneh General Partner Corporation is established to act as “managing partner” and is the directorship of the LLP. Lheidli T’enneh Nation is the limited partner. The values by which the LLP operates are: To act for the community; Respect for First Nation values; Sustainable growth for the community; Accountable to the community; Transparency in all respects and Integrity Aboriginal Interest & Use Studies During the 2013 ¿eld seasons, a number of environmental and engineering ¿eld programs are planned for the proposed pipeline projects. These programs will take place throughout the Traditional Territory of Lheildi T’enneh. The participation of Lheidli T’enneh members is a very important component in many of these studies. In general, environmental surveys are completed to assess existing environmental conditions and types of land use in the proposed project corridor.
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Gas Link Pipeline Project (CGL) 3. Graymont – Giscome Lime Plant & Quarry Project
Thompson Rivers, so obvious areas of concern are the river crossings and spawning habitat. The TUS will be submitted to TEC by the end of August; the study will recommend more ¿eld work in areas that we couldn’t access due to road conditions.
There are opportunities with some of the contractors for the Geotechnical ¿eld work with both the TransCanada We’ve been meeting to dis- CGL and Enbridge -Northcuss and ¿nali]e the Workern Gateway Pipeline. This plans for the Traditional Land preliminary work is required Use Studies for three separate to provide additional inforproponents. TERA Environmation for the construction mental Consultants (TEC) is Environmental Dynamics Inc. phase of the pipelines. Some Studies of particular interest the lead contractor for com- (EDI) will be working with of the companies include include: pleting the Environmental Lheidli on the TransCanada Worley Parsons and AMEC. Assessments for both the CGL CGL TLUS and the GrayTraditional Knowledge Stud- and TMEP Pipeline Projects. mont – Giscome Lime Plant If any Lheidli members are ies (TKS): These studies in- Lheidli T’enneh will be doing & Quarry Project. EDI will be interested in any of these emvolve the collection of tra- the work for the TLUS and working with the community ployment opportunities, the ditional knowledge from have Lheidli T’enneh mem- members to complete inter- can contact out Special Projpotentially aɣected Aboriginal bers assist in the ¿le for the views, have a site visit of the ects & Job Coach Coordinator, communities through their TKS. The timelines are short; proposed areas of work within Barb Allan at the Economic participation in the biophysi- it is going to be challenging to the Territory and complete Development 2ɤce. Barb can cal ¿eld programs for the meet the deadlines that are set the ¿nal report for TEC’s envi- be reached at (250) 562-0847. 3roMect. :hile in the ¿eld Ab- as we have three (3) studies to ronmental assessment. original participants will pro- complete. GIS / Consultation & Revide traditional knowledge to In addition we will be con- ferrals inform baseline environmen- For the Kinder Morgan – tracting with ARCHER CRM We are currently in the develtal and socio-economic condi- TMEP we are contracting Partnership for the Archaeo- opment stages of a community tions; to document the nature with the Chignecto Consult- logical Impact Assessment consultation and engagement and location of trails, habita- ing Group, Karl Sturmanis is with the Graymont – Giscome strategy speci¿c to economic tion sites, medicinal and food the consultant that Lheidli is Lime Plant & Quarry Project. development. In addition to source plants, hunting, ¿sh- working with for this TLUS. We hope to start the work in Karl Sturmanis assisting with ing and trapping areas, gath- Karl will be responsible for August pending the permit the Kinder Morgan TLUS, he ering places and sacred areas; assisting with the activities of application is approved by the will also be facilitating the creation of an eɣective land and to identify mitigation op- the TLUS and completing the BC Archaeological 2ɤce. and resource referral/conportunities that contribute to ¿nal report for TEC’s enviProject design. ronmental assessment appli- Special Initiatives: Em- sultation process for Lheidli cation. In addition Karl will ployment Related Activi- T’enneh. We hope to have a draft document for referrals Traditional Land Use Studies help facilitate the creation of ties (TLUS): These studies will be an eɣective land and resource The prime contractor, TERA and consultation process by proposed with each potential- referral/consultation process Environmental Consultants the fall of 2013. ly aɣected Aboriginal commu- for Lheidli T’enneh. (TEC) is conducting the Ennity based on interest, proxvironmental and Engineer- Lheidli T’enneh Community imity and/or their assertion Kinder Morgan has proposed ing Field Studies for both Information Meetings of traditional and cultural use to twin the existing oil pipe- the Kinder Morgan – Trans of the land. Each Traditional line that runs from Edmonton Mountain Expansion Project May 9, 2013 Land and Resource Use study to Burnaby and goes through and the Trans Canada - Coast- Kinder Morgan – TMEP June 24, 2013 is developed under the direc- Lheidli T’enneh Territory in al Gas Link Pipeline Project. Graymont – Giscome Quarry tion of the participating Ab- the Mount Robson and Valeoriginal community. mount areas. We completed TEC has provided opportu- and Lime Plant Project a ¿eld trip to Valemount from nities for Lheidi T’enneh to July 31, 2013 The Economic Development July 22nd to 24th as part of participate in the ¿eld stud- Trans Canada - GGLPP Department has taken the the TLUS. The TUS results ies and have provided short August 8, 2013 lead for the following Tradi- were released at the meeting term employment opportu- Kinder Morgan – TMEP Trational Land Use Studies: on August 8th, but were not nities. Lheidli Members are ditional Land Use Study 1. Kinder Morgan – Trans available at the time of sub- recruited for diɣerent studies Mountain Expansion Proj- mission for this report. The such as wildlife, soils, wet- Upcoming Lheidli T’enneh Information ect (TMEP) pipeline is at the headwaters lands, aquatics, archaeology Community Meetings 2. TransCanada - Coastal of the Fraser, Columbia, and and vegetation.
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linked to the signing of the Treaty. Janet wishes to proceed with these names regardGraymont – Giscome Quarry less of Treaty, and is interand Lime Plant Project ested in ¿nding more Lheidli Paci¿c 1ortKern Gas – P1G T’enneh place names. As the Looping Project Dillon Peak proposal was to TransCanada – CGLPP Tradi- name a mountain after sometional Land Use Study one who has passed away, the Elders suggested naming Stone Creek Highway Ex- more places after Elders who pansion Project have passed on. The Ministry of Transportation wants to expand High- 2015 Canada Winter way 97 south into 4 lanes. In Games the area just north of Stone From February 13 - March Creek and the Great Canadian 1, 2015, Prince George and Campground, they want to Northern British Columbia install a kilometre of rip-rap will play host to 2,350 athalong the eastern bank of the letes, 950 coaches and oɤFraser River. This is just up- cials, up to 4,500 volunteers, stream of the modern ¿shing hundreds of media and medisite, and may aɣect the Àow cal professionals, and thouof the river, as well as histori- sands of visitors. This event cal ¿shing and camping sites. will be the largest multi-sportWork is scheduled to begin in ing and cultural event to ever 2014. We need to have a com- be held in Prince George and munity meeting with the Min- Northern British Columbia istry of Transportation to dis- and is forecasted to generate cuss this project. A meeting an economic impact of $70 date has not been determined. - $90 million while building champions and inspiring Place Names dreams amongst Canadian A recent referral that has youth. The games are to take raised some old issues is a place on the Traditional Terriproposal to name a mountain tory of the Lheidli T’enneh. south-east of the conÀuence of the Bowron River and Hag- On December 18, the Lheidli gen Creek to “Dillon Peak”. T’enneh Nation and 2015 No one raised any concerns Canada Winter Games Host with this particular location, Society signed a Memobut the question of Lheidli randum of Understanding. T’enneh place names has been Lheidli T’enneh Nation will raised once again. The Min- be acknowledged as the Oɤistry of Forests, Lands, and cial Host First Nation and will Natural Resource Operation’s participate in a formal partcontact for this ¿le is -anet nership with the 2015 Canada Mason, with whom the Elders Winter Games Host Society. discussed place names dur- The Carrier Syllabics and ing Treaty negotiations. She translation will be incorporatis very keen on getting more ed and used in various marplace names from the com- keting, pre-event and Games munity and would like to get signage to honor the Lheidli audio recordings as well. Two T’enneh Nation. (2) sites that had been agreed upon previously are Ts’un As the Oɤce Host First Nadusai and Dzulhyazchun, but tion, The Lheidli T’enneh their adoption by BC had been First Nation Chief and Coun-
2015 Canada Winter Games Official Host First Nation logo cil on behalf of their community wish to establish a positive and mutually bene¿cial partnership with 2015 Canada Winter Games Organizing Committee and its partners to participate meaningfully in the planning, staging and hosting of the Games.
companies and organizations.
The Department has engaged with Tewanee Joseph of the Tewanee Consulting Group (TCG) to assist in establishing a Host First Nation Secretariat (HFN).
TCG worked with both the Four Host First Nations Secretariat (FHFN) and the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The centerpiece of the FHFN participating was the 2010 Aboriginal Pavilion and the 2010 Aboriginal Artisan Village and Business Showcase which provided a unique showcase of the diversity of Aboriginal artistic, business and cultural expression across Canada.
Canadian Dehua – Coal Mining Kinder Morgan - Pipeline TransCanada – Pipeline Enbridge – Pipeline Environmental Dynamics Inc. – Environmental Consultants Graymont – Mining LNG Direct Rail – LNG by rail ABC Modular – Construction/Training Britco – Workforce Camps Paci¿c Northern Gas Pipeline Xstrata – Exploration for Mining Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources Initiatives PG Regional District of Fraser-Fort George 2015 Canada Winter Games Aboriginal Tourism Association of BC
Enbridge – Northern Gateway Pipeline The Enbridge – Northern We are currently in the pro- Gateway Pipeline (NGP) is cess of trying to secure some proposing to construct a pipefunding so that a coordinator line from Edmonton to Kitican be hire and start the plan- mat. The Project involves the ning for enhancing Lheidli construction and operation T’enneh’s participation and of approximately 1,177 km role as the Oɤcial Host First of 36 inch diameter pipeline Nation of the 2015 Canada and will carry and average of Winter Games. 525,000 barrels of petroleum per day. Construction of the Business / Corporate Re- pipeline is subject to approval lationships by the National Energy Board Our oɤce has been engaged (NEB) and the Canadian Enviin meetings with the following ronmental Assessment Agen-
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Projects within Lheidli T’enneh Traditional Territory cy (CEAA) otherwise known as the Joint Review Panel (JRP). The NEB regulates the construction and operation of interprovincial pipelines to ensure their safety, security and econoPic eɤciency. ,nterprovincial pipelines transporting petroleum products or natural gas require approval from the NEB before they can be built. In addition, the NEB will regulate the pipeline for its lifetime. The NEB and CEAA-led panel will hold public hearings along the route for Aboriginal groups, stakeholders and individuals to express their views and opinions on the pipeline directly to the government.
west tip of Eaglet Lake. The Quarry will be located on BC Crown Land. Graymont holds claims on a high quality limestone deposit adjacent to a rail line for shipping products to customers throughout Western Canada and the North. The limestone reserves are estimated at a 50 year supply. The proposed Quarry is about seven (7) kilometres southeast and one hundred forty-eight (148) metres upslope form the Lime Plant. Phase 1 of the project will commence with small quarry and one (1) lime kiln. Depending on the market demands in future years, there is potential to expand the project to include two (2) additional lime kilns.
has funding for individuals to access training programs that lead to employment opportu- To date we have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement nities. to establish a relationship This project is currently be- with Lheidli T’enneh Nation ing reviewed by the JRP. Al- and to dialogue on issues rethough the Geotechnical ¿eld lating to the project includwork has started. This prelim- ing a framework for negotiainary work is required to pro- tion of an Economic Bene¿ts vide additional information Agreement. We have recently for the construction phase of engaged in discussions with the Graymont representatives the pipelines. to start the process of negoGraymont – Giscome tiating an Economic Bene¿ts Lime Plant & Quarry Proj- Agreement.
ect Since early January 2013, we’ve been meeting with Graymont, they are a mining company that is interested in establishing operations Ongoing meetings with En- in Giscome. The Project will bridge - NGP to discuss what include a Lime Plant, a limethe business and contract stone Quarry and a haul road opportunities are with the to move crushed limestone Northern Gateway project. It from the Quarry to the Lime was identi¿ed that there will Plant. The major activities be opportunities in clearing at the Lime Plant will be the the right of way, road build- production of lime by heating ing, camp services, equipment crushed limestone in a lime storage yards, safety and se- kiln and the transportation of curity, trucking, line locat- lime by rail. The Lime Plant ing, surveying, suppliers for site is owned by Graymont sand, gravel, skids, mats and and located adjacent to the signs. In addition, Enbridge CN rail line near the south-
In comparison to other mining projects this project is small in terms of jobs, but there is opportunity for other economic bene¿ts such as joint venture opportunities and contracting opportunities. The construction for Phase 1 will require a labor force of forty (40) to ¿fty (50) people. The operations of both the plant site and quarry will require approximately twenty (20) permanent positions.
southeast of Tumbler Ridge. It covers 15000 hectares with estimated amount of 7.0 billion tons of coking coal in the area. The coal license was submitted in January 2010 and the review of the coal license is in progressing to date. In the region of the topography, the project area is situated within the Peace River Coal¿eld and eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The Lower Cretaceous coals of Gates and Gething formations are the two main coal-bearing units occurring through the property. The Gates formation contains 12 coal seams, of which, the maximum thickness from single seams is approximately 11.5 meters. The Gething formation contains 5 coal seams that the single seam thickness is approximately up to 8 meters. The underground coal mine will be planned in the Wapiti River property. The long wall with room/pillar mining methods will be applied in this with a potential capacity of 6 million tons clean coal production. The geological exploration of the Wapiti River coal property will be planned to commence in September 2011. The environmental baseline study will be started at the same time with the coal exploration.
The testing and analysis for bulk sample proposes to collect 200,000 tonne of coal to test quality and processing feasibility, using two declines and one shaft (3 portals). Planned surface facilities include portals, waste rock storage, settling pond, raw coal storage, warehouse, and temCanadian Dehua – Wapiti porary site structures. River Coal Mine Drilling & Bulk Sampling To date we have has an introThe Wapiti River Coal Proper- ductory and project informaty is located at 45 kilometers tional meeting with Canadian
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Economic Development Department Report continued... Dehua representatives, we will be engaging in discussions for a Memorandum of Agreement to establish a relationship and to dialogue on concerns and issues relating to the project including a framework for negotiation of an Economic Bene¿ts Agreement Kinder Morgan – Trans Mountain Expansion Project Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP) is proposing an expansion of its current 1,150-kilometre pipeline between Edmonton, Alberta and Burnaby, BC. The proposed expansion, if approved, would create a twinned pipeline that would increase the nominal capacity of the system from 300,000 barrels per day, to 890,000 barrels per day. There will be 11 new pump stations built and the existing stations along the route are to be expanded. This is not the ¿rst time the Trans Mountain line has been expanded. In fact, since operation began in 1953, the capacity of the pipeline system has been increased numerous times, with the initial expansion in 1957. The most recent expansion project took place between 2006 and 2008 with the construction of 13 new pump stations and modi¿cations to existing stations along the route. Also during this time, the Anchor Loop project added 160 kilometres of new pipe through Jasper National Park and Mount Robson Provincial Park between Hinton, Alberta and Hargreaves, BC. To date we have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement to establish a relationship with Lheidli T’enneh Nation and to dialogue on issues relating to the project including a framework for negotia-
tion of an Economic Bene¿ts Agreement.
with landowners, Aboriginal communities and other stakeholders across its pipeline Paci¿c 1ortKern *as – system. PNG is committed to PNG Looping designing, constructing and Paci¿c Northern *as Ltd. operating the project in a sage (PNG) is proposing to up- and environmentally respongrade its transmission pipe- sible manner that respects the line capacity by looping its communities within which it existing natural gas transmis- operates. sion system between Summit Lake and Kitimat in order to To date we have has an introserve new small scale Lique- ductory and project informa¿ed Natural Gas (LNG) Proj- tional meeting with Canadian ects proposed for construc- PNG representatives, we will tion in Kitimat. The project be engaging in discussions for is referred to as the PNG a Memorandum of Agreement Looping Project and involves to establish a relationship and construction and operation to dialogue on concerns and of approximately 525 km of issues relating to the project 24 inch diameter pipe. The including a framework for neProject also includes upgrad- gotiation of an Economic Bening of four (4) existing PNG e¿ts Agreement. compressor stations. One (1) new compressor station site TransCanada – Coastal is expected to be required due GasLink Pipeline Project to the space limitations while Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd. the remaining three (3) exist- (CGL) is proposing to coning compressor stations sites struct and operate a natural are expected to be adequate gas pipeline from approxifor the upgrades although mately 40 km west of Dawson it is possible that additional Creek to the proposed LNG land may need to be acquired export facility near Kitimat. adjacent to existing sites to The Coastal GasLink Pipeaccommodate the proposed line Project involves the conproject. The new pipeline will struction and operation of operate in parallel with the approximately 650 km of 48 existing pipeline to increase inch diameter pipeline, methe overall pipeline capacity tering facilities at the receipt of the PNG Transmission Sys- and delivery points, and one tem in order to meet the re- compressor station with proquirements of its existing cus- vision for up to an additional tomers and the proposed LNG ¿ve compressor station sites facilities. The Project would to allow for future expansion. require temporary infrastruc- The Project will have an initure during construction, such tial capacity of approximateas access roads, temporary ly 1.7billion cubic feet (bcf)/ bridges, stock sites, borrow day (48 million cubic metres sites, contractor yards and (mmcm/d)) with the potential construction camps. PNMG for expansion. The expansion has been providing natural scenarios do not involve the gas to residential, commer- construction of any additional cial and industrial customers pipeline; only the number and in this area of BC for over 45 locations of potential future years. PNG has an established compressor stations would track record for operational change. The conceptual pipeexcellence and has developed line route passes through four and maintained relationships regional districts and numer-
ous First Nation territories, with a combined population of about a quarter of a million people. Construction is projected to begin in 2015, with Project completion before the end of the decade. Construction of the pipeline is subject to approval by the BC Environmental Assessment Oɤce (BCEAO), the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) and the BC Oil and Gas Commission (BCOGC). A Project Description was provided to the CEAA and to the BCEAO on October 30, 2012. The Project Description was accepted by these agencies, which has the eɣect of starting the environmental assessment process for the Project. Coastal GasLink is currently targeting January 2014 for submission of an environmental assessment to the BCEAO and CEAA. CGL also expects to ¿le an application to the BCOGC in 2014. Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of TransCanada Pipelines Limited (TransCanada). The Project might also involve the construction and operation of a natural gas liquid injection facility or a hydrocarbon dew point control facility (or both). In addition to these facilities, the Project would require temporary infrastructure during construction, such as access roads, temporary bridges, stockpile sites, borrow sites, contractor yards and construction camps. A wide range of economic bene¿ts will emerge in relation to the Project, including employment, gross domestic product, labour income, and government revenues, as well as the enhancement of workforce and business ca-
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Economic Development Department Report continued... pacity. The Project will create ViJQi¿caQt Vhort terP ePployment and contracting opportunities during planning and construction, and a limited number of long-term jobs during Project operations. The Project will also provide fair bidding opportunities for local contracting work. To date we have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement to establish a relationship and to dialogue on concerns and issues relating to the project including a framework for negotiation of an Economic Bene¿ts Agreement. :e have recently engaged in discussions with the CGL representatives to start the process of nego-
tiating an Economic Bene¿ts Agreement
Aboriginal Business Match I attended the Aboriginal Environmental Dynamics Business Match (ABN). The ,nc ABM provides an opportuLheidli T’enneh and Envi- nity for First Nations to conronmental Dynamics Inc. nect with the broader busi(EDI) have had discussion in ness community to develop regards to working togeth- economic opportunities. The er. Both Parties anticipate event employs a unique trade that the implementation of a show format of pre-scheduled teaming agreement will pro- appointments to discuss opvide the framework required portunities between pre-qualfor a more formal business i¿ed business matches. First relationship such as a joint Nations and Tribal Councils venture or corporate entity in are one sided of the match, all the natural resource/environ- other delegates participate on mental ¿eld, where Lheidli the exhibitor side, which inT’enneh would hold a major- clude First Nations and Métis ity of shares and EDI a minor- business looking for procureity. Ongoing discussions are ment opportunities; industry planned. sharing information and discussing procurement oppor-
tunities; consulting ¿rms offering expertise; construction companies ready to build and looking for partners; manufactures with employment opportunities; associations oɣering programs to develop and grow industry sectors; government agencies oɣering programs to support economic indicatives; ¿nancial institutions with tailor made packages for business and partnership development. We attended 29 meetings/ matches with various exhibitors to discuss economic development opportunities. Lheidli has met with a couple of the exhibitors to further discuss potential business relationships with Lheidli T’enneh.
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37th Annual BC Elders Gathering
Rena Zatorski
Brett Lowley
Project Manager Red Earth Management
Event Coordinator
This year Lheidli T’enneh was given the honor to host the 37th Annual BC Elders Gathering. The gathering took place July 9th at CN Center and July 10th and 11th at the Northern Sports Center and UNBC campus. It was a great success with over 2400 in attendance! The purpose of the yearly Elders Gathering is to bring together all First Nation elders in BC and celebrate their life, experiences, and to honor them as our ‘knowledge keepers’. Elders are fundamental to First Nations as they teach our traditions, culture and language. Today, some of these aspects are on the verge of being lost & forgotten so the Annual Elders Gathering is vital as it helps to keep this knowledge alive and Àourishing. The theme of this year’s Elders Gathering is “Honor Your Journey”. Moreover, this year also marks the 100th anniversary of Lheidli being forcibly relocated from our village which was located in downtown Prince George to our current reserve. One of the many highlights of the event was the slide-show illustrating our 100 year journey in conjunction with a narration explaining important events that have occurred. The Khast’an Drummers in collaboration with the Prince George Symphony Orchestra
put on a magni¿cent performance by combing two very diɣerent musical genres, and creating musical pieces that have never been heard before. The Planning Committee for this event wanted to ensure that there were ample things to see and do during the 3 days. We had approximately 100 information booths and vendor tables, 20 diɣerent workshops, free manicurists, 20 healers that worked on over 200 elders, various speeches from dignitaries and leaders, a traditional salmon dinner with bannock, and a dance featuring Rick Stavely and Renee Gervais, and much more! Another highlight of the event was the tour to Exploration Place. Exploration Place along with Lheidli T’enneh Nation created a Lheidli T’enneh Exhibit. This exhibit illustrates and showcases the amazing journey of the Lheidli people from past to present. Elders were given the opportunity to gain deep knowledge of the people via our historical timeline, including major events that have shaped and continue to inÀuence the journey of our people today. Also, on display are beautiful cultural artifacts of the Dakelh, Sekani and Nanai (Russian Aboriginal) Peoples. Elders especially enjoyed the mini-train ride! At the end of the three day event a new Host Nation was announced. We are pleased to
announce that Penticton Indian Band will be hosting the 38th Annual BC Elders Gathering in July of 2014! Thank you to outgoing King Duncan Gouchie and Queen Mary Gouchie. This event could not have been the success it was if it wasn’t for the many volunteers and especially our Lheidli people! Moreover, a very special thank you to Judith Gauthier who put in over 600 hours of her own time to help ensure this event stayed on track. Also, Brad Boyes the Director of the Elders Gathering Society, who was a very big help raising money from various Sponsors. Without our Sponsors this event could not have happened. Jason Morgan - Project Champion Nicole Wiltermuth - Media & Communications Brett Lowley - Event Coordinator Barry Seymour - Research & Narration Mike Bozoki - Project Writer Darlene McIntosh - Healer Coordinator Bannock Makers Violet Bozoki, Anne Bozoki, Josh Seymour, Phyllis Seymour, Tasheena Seymour, John Bozoki, Kenora Stewart, Dolleen Logan, Candace Godwin 50/50 Sellers Dolleen Logan, Candace Godwin, Phyllis Seymour, Tasheena Seymour, Nicole Wiltermuth, Tabatha Flynn, Kenora Stewart, Jackie Brown, Lenora White, Barb Allan, Niki Lindstrom Lheidli Production Chief Dominic Frederick, Councillor Louella Nome, Barry Seymour, Nicole Wiltermuth, Marcel Gagnon Elder Prayers Mary Gouchie, Violet Bozoki, Minnie Bjorklund, Jeannette
Kozak Khast’an Drummers Jennifer Pighin, Merle Seymour, Curtis Seymour, Deryl Seymour, Helen Seymour, Samantha Seymour, Nathan Seymour, Marcel Gagnon Art, Regalia, Gifts Kiom - Activators, Jennifer Pighin Exploration Place Tours Josh Seymour, John Bozoki Dug-out Canoe Robert Frederick, Edith Frederick, Jennifer Pighin Entertainers Kym Gouchie, Buddy Gouchie, Jason Frederick, Merle & Curtis Seymour MC’s Leo Hebert, Paul Michel Organizations Kikino, Fire Pit, Positive Living North, Prince George Native Friendship Centre, Carrier Sekani Tribal Council, Carrier Sekani Family Services, The Exploration Place There are many, many, more people that put it endless hours of their time as well, that are not listed but we are very grateful for their help. I personally want to say thank you to Lheidli Chief and Council and Jason Morgan for giving my company Red Earth Management to opportunity to manage and coordinate the 37th BC Elders Gathering. It was a privilege to be part of such an amazing event. A HUGE THANK YOU to ALL those involved in helping in any and every way imaginable. It was amazing to see how everyone came together to create an event for our beloved Elders. They are the ones who began to break down barriers so the next generation could thrive and strive. The truly deserve to be honored and celebrated!!!
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Staff Email Contact List Chief & Council Dominic Frederick
Jennifer Pighin
CHIEF
COUNCILLOR
dominic@lheidli.ca
jpighin@lheidli.ca
Louella Nome
Clarence John
COUNCILLOR
COUNCILLOR
louellan@lheidli.ca
cjohn@lheidli.ca
Band Office
Natural Resource Office
(250-963-5632)
(250-963-5632)
Jason Morgan
Barry Seymour
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LANDS MANAGER
jmorgan@lheidli.ca
bseymour@lheidli.ca
Dolleen Logan
Nicole Wiltermuth
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
LANDS CLERK/COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
dlogan@lheidli.ca
nwiltermuth@lheidli.ca
Candace Godwin
Wendy Jael
RECEPTION/SALES
HOUSING COORDINATOR TRAINEE
cgodwin@lheidli.ca
wjael@lheidli.ca
Judith Gauthier
Jackie Brown RFT
FINANCE
FORESTRY COORDINATOR
jgauthier@lheidli.ca
jbrown@lheidli.ca
Shirley Wiltermuth
Carl Frederick
MEMBERSHIP CLERK
FISHERIES MANAGER TRAINEE
swiltermuth@lheidli.ca
cfrederick@lheidli.ca
Louella Nome HEALTH CARE WORKER
louellan@lheidli.ca Phyllis Seymour
Economic Development Office (250-562-0847)
phyllisseymour@msn.com
Keith Henry COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MANAGER khenry@lheidli.ca
Tasheena Seymour
Gord Haines
ASSISTANT FAMILY DEVELOPMENT WORKER
GIS TECHNICIAN
tseymour@lheidli.ca
ghaines@lheidli.ca
Niki Lindstrom
Barb Allen
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR/ SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT WORKER
SPECIAL PROJECTS & JOB COACH COORDINATOR
PROGRAM COORDINATOR/HOMEMAKER
nlindstrom@lheidli.ca
cfrederick@lheidli.ca