Quw'utsun Newsletter - February 2023

Message from Lydia Hwitsum, Chief

‘Uy’skweyul Quw’utsun Mustimuhw, 2023 has started off with several important issues being front and centre.

First and foremost, I encourage our citizens to see if you qualify for the First Nations Drinking Water Settlement and submit your claim for compensation. A high percentage of our on-reserve residents have lived under drinking water advisories during the timeframe covered by the Settlement (2001-2021) and compensation is based on the type of water advisory you experienced, the location of our community, and the number of years you lived in the community. There is assistance available to complete a claim form before the March 7, 2023 deadline. Our special project clerk Kwut hwum qun (Matthew Louie) is available at: 250‐748‐3196 Ext. 1013 or email: matthew.louie@cowichantribes.com. You can submit your claim online by visiting www.firstnationsdrinkingwater.ca or calling toll‐free: 1‐833‐252‐4220.

I have been advocating with Jodee Dick, CEO of Khowutzun Development Corporation (KDC) for many months to secure economic opportunities for Cowichan Citizen-owned companies as part of the Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project. However, the Community Benefit Agreement that governs the project excludes consideration of Cowichan economic interests. In January, we met again with BC Infrastructure Benefits (BCIB) and the Allied Infrastructure and Related Construction Council (AIRCC) to try to find a solution and remove the barriers preventing KDC and Cowichan companies from participating on the project. We also submitted a second work permit proposal. In the meantime, the scope of work that can be performed by our citizen-owned companies continues to dwindle each week. Learn more in our media statement here.

I also want to promote the work that our Education Jurisdiction Working Group is doing to develop Education Law for our nation. We meet monthly and we will provide updates on this work in the Quw’utsun Newsletter and on our website. This month’s update provides information about the Working Group, Education Law, and the Community Education Authority that will be created under the Education Law. You will have an opportunity to review the proposed law once it is ready and there will be a community ratification process.

Lastly, I am also pleased to report that we hosted a productive Cowichan Watershed Board workshop in January. This was an excellent session to bring together the Board membership, as we have several new representatives from the CVRD, to create a vision for how we work together over the next few years to protect the health of our water‐shed.

I wish everyone a happy Family Day on February 20th .

Chief Lydia Hwitsum

Message from Cindy Daniels, A/ Chief Administrative Officer

I would like to echo Chief Hwitsum’s words about how important it is for eligible Quw’utun residents to submit their claims for the First Nations Drinking Water Settlement. If you lived on any the following reserves: Cowichan IR No. 1, Est-Patrolas IR No. 4, and Tzart-Lam IR No.5, between 2001 and 2021, you will likely qualify for compensation. The compensation is $1300 per person, per year that they lived there. We hosted two events on January 26th to raise awareness about the First Nations Drinking Water Settlement, a claim form clinic and a community meeting. If you have already submitted your claim, please encourage others that you know lived on Cowichan IR No. 1, Est-Patrolas IR No. 4, or Tzart-Lam IR No.5 between 2001 and 2021 to submit their claims as well. We have also created a video with all of the key information you should know. You can complete the claim form online at this website: https://firstnationsdrinkingwater.ca and there are videos and guides to walk you through the process. We have assistance available and are hiring more staff to support this work. Please contact our special project clerk Kwut hwum qun (Matthew Louie) at: 250‐748‐3196 Ext. 1013 or email: matthew.louie@cowichantribes.com. All claims must be submitted by March 7, 2023.

Huy tseep q’u to everyone that participated in our community services and programs survey in December. Your input is very important to us and we are working with Boreala Management, the external consulting firm that received the information you provided, to help make improvements to our organization’s effectiveness. We will provide updates about the progress of this work.

I raise my hands to Chief Hwitsum and Khowutzun Development Corporation CEO, Jodee Dick, for their tireless advocacy for greater inclusivity and economic opportunities for our citizen-owned companies on the Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project. They have spent dozens of hours in meetings and issuing statements to media to try to make progress for our people. Huy tseep q’u!

I hope you have all seen our Election Code billboard located at the corner of Government Street and River Road. We are creating our own custom election code to replace what was imposed on us through the Indian Act. We need our citizens to provide their input about how to select our leadership table. We are asking Quw'utsun Mustimuwh to please take our survey: https://bit.ly/CowichanTribesElectionCode

We have also hired Keisha Sampson and Dominique August to go door to door and assist you with the survey. You can contact them with questions or to schedule a time to go through the survey with you.

 email: election.code@cowichantribes.com

phone: (236) 800-4088

As a token of our appreciation for taking the time to share your ideas, we invite you to submit your name at the end of the survey for our February draw for a $200 VISA gift card! To learn more visit https://cowichantribes.com/ election-code.

Huy tseep q’u, Cindy Daniels

Chances Cowichan Employment Opportunities

DUNCAN DABBER BINGO SOCIETY

436 Cowichan Way

Duncan, BC V9L 0B2 Telephone: 250.746.6300

Fax: 250.746.6362

If you have superior customer service skills and want to join a unique, entertaining industry, we want to talk to you. We are on the lookout for new faces in all areas of our Chances Cowichan team. This is a great opportunity for those who want to learn from the floor up or even for those who only want to work a few days a week.

Slot Attendants assist patrons with the games and pay-outs. They can easily and quickly count large sums of cash and learn minor machine troubleshooting. Slot Attendants can also cross-train as Bingo Floor Walkers.

Bingo Floor Walkers sell games during the sessions and help players when they win. Bingo staff can crosstrain on the slot floor or bingo calling.

Cashiers in our Cage have experience with large cash transactions and are comfortable with computers. They have been Slot Attendants or Bingo Floor Walkers so they understand procedures and policies. They are always smiling and happy to see patrons collecting their winnings.

Supervisors oversee cashiers, Slot Attendants and Bingo Floor Walkers. They make sure paperwork is filled out for various reporting purposes. Supervisors also assist patrons with large pay outs or other concerns. Each Supervisor also has shared responsibility for other day-to-day activities of the gaming centre.

Shift Managers have worked in all areas of the facility and are familiar with all the staff in all departments. They supervise staff, assist patrons, cover breaks, and have at least one other area of expertise assigned to them. This means they could be responsible for bingo reporting and promotions, slots promotions, marketing or maintenance. Shift Managers are those who are always making sure the players are enjoying their time at Chances Cowichan. They are happy to help out and know just what to do in any situation. Our Security staff are the first ones to great our patrons. They may be trained and specialized in casino security but they gladly assist and direct players to the right people if they have questions.

Chances Cowichan’s food and beverage department provides a large menu for those who want to stop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Our Servers use the Squirrel system to take orders and payments. They deliver food to tables and pitch in washing up when needed. Our Cooks prep and follow the menu recipes. They may also come up with some new ideas for specials. Red Seal certification could lead to a kitchen supervisor position.

Chances Cowichan Employment Opportunities

Maintenance/Janitorial team members have the whole facility to keep clean and keep the building in top shape. This department helps out with minor maintenance of the building and equipment (or even help decorate a Christmas tree). They may occasionally interact with patrons so customer service is also one of the skills we look for. Cross-training for slot or bingo floor is also a possibility.

If you would like to join our little family, have customer service experience, worked in the gaming industry or if you are willing to learn and grow into a supervisory role, send us your resume outlining what skills you can bring to Chances Cowichan. You must be at least 19 years of age to be in any Casino in BC, have finished high school, and be able to pass a criminal record check.

The hiring process starts with a well thought out resume. These can be emailed to finance@chancescowichan.ca, or can be brought to our location in person. First impressions are important so if you are coming in person, it is great to be organized and dressed appropriately. We may have time to interview you on the spot.

Once we receive resumes, we review your experience and skill set to determine where you may fit in. You will receive a phone call or message on your Indeed profile. We will have a chat and schedule a formal interview. There will be two interviewers and we try to keep it like a nice conversation to get to know you.

If we choose to hire candidates, we explain the next steps. You will receive an email with links to get a Serving It Right certificate and a Gaming Worker Licence. It is very important to follow-up and get these started right away. If there is a delay, just let us know. We also have a dress code and that will be explained to you at this time. When we receive both certificates from you, we will call and arrange for you to come in for orientation.

Orientation entails a tour and time to fill out paperwork. Then we set you up to do some online training that is required by BCLC. It involves reading or listening and a quiz for each module. You will be given our Chances Cowichan shirts and a schedule for your first week. Depending upon time we may have you shadow a co-worker.

You will shadow a co-worker for the first week or more and learn the basics. A Supervisor or Shift Manager will check in on you and help with anything more you need to learn. Our Human Resources person will also check on you during the first month or two, just to see how you are doing and answer any questions you might have about working at Chances.

DID

YOU

EVER SUFFER FROM UNSAFE DRINKING WATER?

You may qualify to receive funds

FIRST NATIONS DRINKING WATER SETTLEMENT CLAIMS PROCESS NOW OPEN.

Deadline to submit is March 7, 2023

You might be eligible if you:

 Were born before November 20, 1995 and lived on Cowichan Tribes land under a drinking water advisory that lasted for a year or longer, between November 20, 2013 and June 20, 2021; or

 Were born on or after November 20, 1995 and lived on Cowichan Tribes land that was under a drinking water advisory that lasted for a year or longer, between November 20, 1995, and June 20, 2021

The settlement also includes children, those under disabilities (someone who is unable to manage their affairs due to mental incapacity) and loved ones who passed away on or after November 20, 2017 (if they also meet the criteria above).

Additional compensation may be available for those who followed long-term drinking water advisories but still suffered specified Injuries. https://firstnationsdrinkingwater.ca/index.php/claims-assessmenttool/

SupportAvailable:

Matthew Louie - Kwut hwum qun

Can help the claims process, including questions about the Claim Form and can be reached at Phone: 250-748-3196 ext.1013

Email: matthew.louie@cowichantribes.com

In person: 5764 Allenby Road (Sul’hween/Elders Building)

Message from Matthew

Claim Forms Options

 Claim Form for Individuals

 Representative Claim Form Ways to File

 Option 1: Complete the Claim Form online;

 Option 2: Complete a Fillable PDF or;

 Option 3: Download the Claim Form and complete it on paper.

Enthu Kwut hwum qun tuni’ tsun ‘utl Thi’q. I am Kwut hwum qun from Thi’q. I am also known as Matthew Louie. My parents are Renee Louie and Doug August Sr. My Grandparents are the late Evelyn and Rennie Louie Sr. and Dorothy August and the late Cicero August. My role here at Cowichan Tribes is to help our people with completing and submitting their Claim Forms. You can find my work station in the Elder’s Building.

For

more Information  https://firstnationsdrinkingwater.ca/ index.php/interactive-

First Nations Drinking Water Settlement

Family Wellness Cooking & Family Wellness Parents Group

Join Ts’ewulhtun Health Centre Family

Wellness Facebook page.

Let us know if:

 you are joining us

 you need a ride

 and/or how many including yourself

When: Every Friday

Time: 10:00—1:30 PM

Where: New Life Church

Cut Off: 12:00 noon on the Wednesday of the same week.

Dates: February 3—August 18, 2023 (no cooking April 7/23)

Please contact via Facebook page either Caroline Modeste or Selena Peter for Cooking Group and Nilak Ironhawk-Tommy for the Parents Group.

RespiratoryVirus Season: MakingHealthy Decisions

Protecting yourself and others is important when respiratory viruses are circulating.

Somemaygetsickerthanothers

Contactahealthcareproviderif:

babies pregnant women

difficulty breathing

chest pain

elders medical conditions

signs of dehydration worsening symptoms

If you or a loved one are at greater risk of severe illness due to age or health condition, talk with a health care provider about a possible treatment plan. If you don’t have a health care provider you can access the First Nations Health Authority Virtual Doctor of the Day at

1-855-344-3800 seven days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Honouring Grief Weekly Zoom Circle

We invite you to join Kwun’atsustul Counselling & the Hospice Society for a weekly connection to honour our grief. Losses can sit heavy in our hearts and can add to lingering pain and sadness. This is a drop-in opportunity to connect via Zoom with counsellors and hospice workers.

Topic: Kwun'atsustul Honouring Grief Circle

MONDAYS 12PM – 1:30PM

Meeting ID: Meeting ID: 880 5548 1517 Passcode: healing

Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88055481517?

pwd=emhZM3l4WHFHRStzVWZGYXkvTndjdz09

Join by phone: 778-907-2071 Meeting ID: 880 5548 1517 Passcode: healing

Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/actESnmPxW

More Info: https://www.facebook.com/kwunatsustul

Kwun’atsustul Counselling

 Individual, couples, and family counselling available for children, youth & adults

 Honouring Grief Circle. Mondays at 12:00pm on Zoom. See attached poster

 Daily on-call counsellor Monday Friday 8:30am 12:00pm, 1:00pm 4:30pm

 Our Treatment Coordinator is available to support members seeking admission to residential addictions treatment programs. 250-732-6055.

 Sa’qw’thut Culturally-Grounded Treatment Program runs Tuesday Friday 11am 3pm. Sa’qw’thut is an ongoing therapeutic community to support members seeking to heal from sub‐stance misuse and addictions. See attached poster for more info. 250-732-3487

 FNHA mental health providers are available for individual counselling. Please see the attached list for local available counsellors.

Crisis Counselling Services

 Kuu-us Crisis Line Society (https://kuu-uscrisisline.com/) (Coast Salish)

1-800-588-8717

 Vancouver Island Crisis Line Society (https://www.vicrisis.ca/) (Island)

1-888-494-3888

 1800SUICIDE (https://crisiscentre.bc.ca/distress-services/) (Provincial)

1-800-784-2433

 310Mental Health Support (https://cmha.bc.ca/mental-health/find-help/)

(Provincial) 310-6789

 Kids Help Phone (https://kidshelpphone.ca/urgent-help) (National)

1-800-668-6868

 First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness (https://www.hopeforwellness.ca/)

(National) 1-855-242-3310

Ts’ewulhtun Health

First Nations Health Authority Mental Health Coverage

FNHA covers counselling. Through the FNHA Mental Health Benefit you can pick your own counsellor who is a good fit for you and your needs. The counsellor must be registered with FNHA and will bill directly to FNHA. Your plan covers counselling services from a qualified mental health provider for as many hours of counselling as you and your provider determine you need. The list below includes all FNHA registered providers in the Duncan area. For other areas visit FNHA-First-Nations-Health-Benefits-Mental-Health-Provider-List.pdf

1. Tell your provider that you have coverage through the Health Benefits Program when scheduling your first appointment.

2. Your first appointment is about determining if the provider is the right fit for you. You can change to another registered provider at any time.

3. Cancel your appointment ahead of time if you can no longer make it. Health Benefits does not pay for missed appointments and your provider may charge you for the cost of your appointment if you do not show up.

Duncan FNHA Covered Counsellors

Slhexun sun’ts’a’ Clinic located at 291 Cowichan Way (inside Superstore)

Regular Office Hours

Monday-Friday 9:00 AM—8:30 PM

Phones are answered beginning at 9 AM. We are closed for lunch daily from 12-1 Slhexun sun’ts’a’ Clinic is closed for all statutory holidays

Services available to all community members:

Chiropractor: Julian Wynne-Smith is available by appointment on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:45 4:30.

Respiratory Therapist: Ann Brown is available by appointment Monday afternoons and Friday mornings.

All appointments can be made by calling the office at (250) 715-3322.

Online bookings: https://onlineappointmentbooking.medikazam.com/medical/#1016/clinicInformation

Please join us in welcoming Kelly to our team!

‘Uy skweyul

My name is Kelly August. I grew up within the Cowichan Territory and Halalt Community.

I am honored, as I am Haisla First Nation, to be a part of this amazing community that I have called home for the majority of my life!

I love everything we have in our culture. I enjoy Hiking, lounging on the sofa and traveling, even if it is just to Vancouver to visit my friends and family.

I like to take the time to thank Slhexun Sun’ts’a’ Clinic for opening their doors to me and embracing me with this wonderful job, in which I get to see and greet our wonderful community as the new MOA (Medical Office Assistant).

To this I raise my hands to the community and Cowichan Tribes. Huy’ch’qu’

Kelly August

Why Home Support?

Quw’utsun Sul-hween (Elders) Home Support Services

Home support helps people live safely in their own home for as long as possible. We provide care and support for you in your home if you are:

 recovering from illness or surgery,

 have a chronic condition,  are disabled, or  are needing care at the end of your life.

Home support is intended to enhance your care. Our services are not meant to replace your efforts to care for yourself, with the help of your family, friends, and community.

Who Are We?

Program Manager: Anna Martin

Elders’ Nurses:

Cara, Angie & Danna

Reception/Activity Aide: Benecia

Personal Care Workers

Donna

Freda

Lucy

Marcie

Rob

Rose

Rachel

Loretta (Welcome!)

Elders Bus Drivers: Dean & Fabian

Meal Delivery Drivers: Doug, Dorothy, Robert, Perry

Elders’ Kitchen: Arnie, Victoria, Julie, Marion

Elders’ Nursing & Staff, What Do We Do?

Elders’ team members have been working on-site & in-community at clients’ homes throughout the pandemic and continue to support Elders through:

 Providing in home visits by Personal Care Workers (PCW) for meal prep, personal care i.e. dressing & bathing, medication reminders and light housekeeping.

 Supporting Elders by submitting Special Need Requests for eye glasses, dentures, special medications, foot care.

 Referring to Occupational Therapy, Island Health, Dietitian, Respiratory Therapy, communicating with doctors and community partners.

 Elders’ nurses are doing home visits to update or create Home Care Services.

 Referrals accepted by telephone call to an Elders’ nurse at 250-715-3303

 Nurses continue to work both in-office and from home

 Providing bus transport for our bathing program & activities

 Hospital Liaison: Danny is our Aboriginal Liaison Nurse at Cowichan District Hospital. Danny works Monday to Friday.

Who can Receive Home Support?

Cowichan Tribes’ Home support program is available to First Nations people who reside on the Cowichan Reserve and who meet requirements. Your Elders’ Nurse will work with you to identify your personal care needs and explore other options to meet those needs prior to starting home support. They will help you link to other services in your area if needed. If home support services are needed, the nurse will develop a plan of care with you.

Call 250-715-3303 with request to speak to an Elders’ team member for inquiries and support.

What services are not included in Home Support?

Home care nursing services are separate from Home Support. Our team does not provide the following services and would refer to Island Health for those who require:

 Wound care, dressing changes

 Intravenous (IV) therapy

 Respite care/extended relief visits

 Over-night or weekend care

 Palliative care

Other items not covered by the Elders’ department include:

 Supplies otherwise covered by benefits

 Wound supplies such as bandages, wraps

 New beds

 Reimbursements for medications

Quw’utsun Sul-hween (Elders)

Back in Action!

Our kitchen hit the ground running in January as we are now offering lunches from Monday to Friday. Thank you for our delicious meals, deserts and service, team!

Image left: Victoria, Arnie, Marion and Julie.

Luncheons: Monday - Friday 12:00-1:00 pm

Meals on Wheels: Meals are delivered to community members who qualify and who are in our Home Support program.

Elders/Youth Social

In January we began our Elders/Youth Social, which will continue in February. Please see our Activity calendar for dates and times (also published on Facebook and the Cowichan Tribes website. Images bottom left: First Elders/ Youth Social night.

Hul’q’umi’num Classes: Huy ch q’u Mena for beginning Hul’q’umi’num classes every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30-11:30 am. We are looking forward to learning more in February. Images bottom right: Elders first Hul’q’umi’num class.

Mim'me (February)2023

The time of the "baby moon" the short month

If you have any questions, comments or would like to sign up for Elders programs, please connect with our Elders' team at 250-715-3303

Foot Care:

Provided by Foot Care Nurse Lynda Bealing at the Elders’ building on Wednesdays.

Ears To You:

Ears To You is a mobile hearing clinic and is now offering its services at Elders.

We want to hear from you!

Book your appointment: (250) 715-3303

Have an idea for an activity in March? Please contact Benecia, Activity aide at (250) 715-3303

Bringing Healthy Birth Back to Quw’utsun

Project Update: Feb 2023

What’s next? We will be reaching out to mom participants in the next 4 weeks to check in.

Huy tseep q’u for your support!

Project Updates

Winter 2022: we hosted a Fathers’ Sharing Circle to hear about father’s experiences as parents and partners. Huy tseep q’u to all who helped prepare the food and to the participants for their open hearts and for sharing.

Meet the team!

We welcome anyone interested to come meet and chat with us about the project.

Our office hours are: Ts’ewulhtun Health

Centre, Tuesdays and Wednesdays

9:00am-4:00pm (closed for lunch, 12:00pm-1:00pm)

Winter 2023: the team is currently reviewing all the stories shared from mom participants, Elders’ sharing circles, and Fathers’ sharing circles.

Email: Brenda.yuen@cowichantribes.com

Text or call: 306-717-7289

The Quw’utsun Tribes Preterm Birth Study Team

Lydia Seymour (Elder), Doreen Peter (Elder), Liz Spry (Project Lead), Brenda Yuen (Research Advisor), Jen Murray (Student)

Research Advisory Committee: Maia Thomas, Eugenia Tinoco, Lynsey Johnny, Barb Webster, Joban Dhanoa, Ashley Simpson, Dr. Diane Sawchuck, Dr. Shannon Waters

Membership & Tobacco Tax

Membership Department & Tobacco Tax

JenCharlie IndianRegistry Administrator PaulineThorne Membership Assistant EvangelinePaige Membership IntakeWorker

The Membership Department would like to raise our hands in thanks to Colette Alphonse, Wilhelmina Harris, Courtney Modeste, Roseanna George, Veronica Smith, and Anola Johnny for their outstanding work and dedication to this year’s Tobacco Tax distribution. They were a dedicated and successful team. Their last day was January 29th, 2023.

Tobacco Tax 2022 Update

If you missed the distribution date of December 07, 2022; you can submit your Tobacco tax forms on or before the following dates:

 April 07, 2023

—Distribution April 14, 2023

Secure Certificate of Indian Status Cards

(SCIS— New Secure status cards)

 We are going back to Mondays only for applications

 Please call to book appointment (Tues-Fri)

 Application takes up to 16 weeks

July 07, 2023

Distribution July 14, 2023  Sept 08, 2023

Distribution Sept 15, 2023

Amount $347.15 per member

 If your application is returned come see us

 Valid - for Adults 10 years, for 15 year olds & under 5 years

 Can assist non-members but need valid ID and the laminated card

 Easier to use to cross the border

Reminder:

Sending birthday wishes to the 419 registered Cowichan’s born in February!

Contact Information:

Membership Department & Tobacco Tax

Phone: 236-800-4023 or 250-748-3196

Fax: 250-715-3323

Email: Membership@cowichantribes.com

 A pile of Birth Certificates, Legal Change of Name Certificates and Marriage Certificates on file that need to be picked up. Email or call to confirm if one or more belongs to you.

 It’s a new year, don’t forget to update your home address, mailing address and contact information.

CAPITAL PROJECTS

CONTACT US

BY PHONE (250-715-3302)

Call us Monday through Friday

8:30 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00 PM-4:30 PM

BY EMAIL

Send us a message at shd.maintenance@cowichantribes.com

LEAVE US A MESSAGE ON OUR WEBSITE

Ask us a question or share some feedback at www.cowichantribes.com/housing

PAY RENT

Send an e-Transfer to directdeposit@cowichantribes.com

Remember to include your rental address and tenant name(s) when sending your payment.

CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK

www.facebook.com/cowichantribeshousing

PROJECTS UPDATE

Low Pressure Sewer

Construction is continuing for the Low Pressure Sewer Project (Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5-2) with the remainder of January focusing within the Boys Road area (Zone 4).

Please be advised that intermittent traffic disruption are to be expected in the Boys Road area. Individual low pressure sewer systems are continuing to be installed within the this area from Mission Road to Modeste Road.

31 of 46 tanks have been installed so far. Once a tank is installed it can be expected that access risers will be installed and an electrician will be on site in the weeks following to connect the pumps within the septic tank to your home electrical panel. Please be advised that an electrician will request access to the electrical panel within your home.

The Shmaqwuthut Road area (Zone 1) is now connected to municipal sewer. Zone 5 (Trans Canada highway) and Zone 2 (Glenora Road) are expected to start early February. All areas are expected to be completed by April and individual property restoration and paving will be weather dependent during this time. We appreciate your patience as we continue to work towards providing municipal sewer to our community.

Please contact James Ouellette in the Capital Projects Department at (250) 715-3302 for more information on this project.

CAPITAL PROJECTS

PROJECTS UPDATE

32 Unit Modular Housing

We are now in the final stages of completion for the 32 unit modular housing project. Construction is complete, the sport court, playground and washroom are all complete and landscaping is finishing up.

We are working on all the finishing touches and addressing deficiencies so that we can obtain a final occupancy permits, which we anticipate will happen at the beginning of February.

Our focus will then move to tenant selection throughout the remainder of February. We are tentatively planning to move tenants into their units in March. Please ensure your Housing Application is up to date if you would like to be considered for one of these units.

Huy tseep q’u to the community for your patience throughout the construction process. We are very excited to see this new housing for our community completed and its upcoming occupancy.

Please contact Lauren Miller in the Capital Projects Department at (250) 715-3302 for more information on this project.

What is an Emergency Repair?

LANDLORD RESPONSIBILTIES

 Landlords must maintain proper health and safety standards by ensuring your rental is a safe living environment.

 Your landlord must make sure you have a contact in case of an emergency. If we aren't in the office, you can contact our 24-hour emergency line.

 Your landlord is responsible for normal wear and tear to the rental unit.

Types of Emergency Repairs

A gas leak, or major leaks in pipes or the roof

The loss of essential services, such as water, electricity or heat Major damage to 24 HOUR HOUSING EMERGENCY LINE 250-715-3302

the structure of your home

problem,

SUSTAINABLE HOUSING

Did you know…..?

The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug is a pest that was introduced to North America from Asia in 2001. It is a very serious pest that feeds on more than 100 different plant species and was first detected in British Columbia in 2015.

The stink bug is an excellent hitchhiker and can be brought in on shipping containers, wood and wood packing materials, cargo and vehicles.

Adult Marmorated stink bugs are shield shaped, 13-17 mm long and have a brown marbled appearance with alternating brown and white markings on the outer edge of their abdomen. Their eggs are round, white or pale green clusters of 20-30 that are found on the underside of leaves.

Marmorated stink bugs feed on tree fruits, berries, grapes, vegetables and other plants by inserting their mouths into the flesh of fruits and vegetables causing small dead areas.

If you see a Marmorated stink bug in your home remove it by either sweeping it up or vacuuming with a shop vac, then dump it in a container of soapy water to kill it. DO NOT squish them as they release unpleasant odours when crushed or threatened.

CONSERVATION CORNER: Sthixum

Crofton

Quw’utsun and Sthixum

Sthixum approximately translates to “little spring of water place” and refers to Osborn Bay/Crofton. Traditionally, Sthixum was utilized as a harvest site for beach and seafood resources. The modern context for Sthixum, e.g., the mill operation and other human activity, means pollution and other ecosystem impacts affect the cultural values held by Quw’utsun for this place.

S-hwuhwa’us Thi’lut Kw’atl’kwa at Sthixum

The Crew regularly monitor Sthixum, through observation, recording and reporting of human impacts. Debris is a prominent‐ly recurrent issue encountered at Sthixum. Many tires (pictured left) may be found on the beach of Sthixum. Marine birds, like buffleheads (pictured below) and cormorants are frequently observed at Sthixum.

Sources: Place-names of the Island Halkomelem Indian People by David Rozen, Hul’qumi’num’ Trea‐ty Group Interim Strategic Land Plan for the Hul’qumi’num’ Core Territory 2005.

Wikimedia Commons

Crofton Beach at high tide, courtesy of S-hwuhwa’us Thi’lut Kw’atl’kwa Crew

Debris observed at Sthixum

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ENVIRONMENTAL OPPORTUNITIES

S-hwuhwa’us Thi’lut Kw’atl’kwa Opportunities

Youth outreach: S-hwuhwa’us Thi’lut Kw’atl’kwa is working with local schools to bring Cowichan youth into the marine territory in winter and spring 2023. This will include trips to beach sites and ride-along trips with the crew aboard the vessel Smuqw’a’, with environmental, cultural, and language education. Invitations have gone out to educators in SD 79 as well as Quw’utsun Hu-yi’xwule’, and Quw’utsun Smuneem. Please contact Kim Lagimodiere for more information (Kimberly.lagimodiere@cowichantribes.com).

Training

Oil spill response: Interested in volunteering to protect Cowichan marine territory from oil spills?

Please contact Sarah von der Weid for more information (svonderweid@cowichantribes.com), including FREE Incident Command System 100-Level certification.

Employment

Crew position: Stay tuned for a S-hwuhwa’us Thi’lut Kw’atl’kwa crew position posting...

Other Events

Feb 6 2023: Georgia Strait Alliance’s Festival of Ocean Films: Festival of Ocean Films • Georgia

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Social Development and Quw’utsun Employment & Training

Cowichan Tribes

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

5760 Allenby Road • Duncan, BC V9L 5J1

Telephone 778-422-2255

Fax: 778-422-1303

Website: www.cowichantribes.com

Cheque Issue Day is February 21, 2023 (for March 2023)

Effective February 1, 2023 all Social Development clients are required to attend Social Development to complete monthly renewal declarations (also known as “stubs”). Please note, if you have a spouse, your spouse is required to sign the stub as well. Stubs will be available from the 1st to the 10th of each month; failure to complete during this time will mean that you have to come back to Social Development on cheque issue day—in this case February 21, 2023.

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS & SERVICES:

 Quw’utsun Employment and Training—continues to work with members on an individual basis; please keep QET in mind for employment and training services.

 Two BSDWs are following up with ‘Employable’ clients where it is mandatory participation in Pre-Employment Supports Program please follow through as directed.

 In mid-February 2023 Social Development hopes to implement a life skills program for clients referred to PES please connect with PES workers Samantha Wilson or Ramona George.

 T5—Social Development hopes to have these by cheque issue day so 2022 income tax returns can be completed. It is mandatory for all Social Development clients to complete an annual tax return. Please complete to avoid interruption in child tax and GST rebates.

 Johnny Crocker is available to complete previous year tax returns; please call ahead. Johnny plans on completing 2022 tax returns for Social Development clients.

Social Development and Quw’utsun Employment & Training

Cowichan Tribes

Social Development Department

Quw’utsun Employment and Training

5760 Allenby Road Duncan, BC V9L 5J1

Telephone (778) 422 Telephone (778) 422--2255 Fax (778) 422 2255 Fax (778) 422--1303 1303

Website: Website: www.cowichantribes.com www.cowichantribes.com

QET PROVIDES HELP WITH:

 BC Driver’s License (for education/employment only)

 Certificate courses under one year

 Employment assisted services

 Employment Insurance (EI) top up

 Post-Secondary courses

 Transportation supports (bus pass)

 Work gear

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY

 15 years and older of age at time of application

 Cowichan Tribes Status

 Possess current identification

 Possess a current and updated resume

 Seeking full-time employment which is at least 30 (thirty) hours per week as per the Canada Labour Code, or working towards full-time post-secondary education;

 Have a valid Social Insurance Number

 Permanently live in the area of East Central Vancouver Island

All applications are reviewed and subject to approval as per policy and guidelines

Approved by Chief and Council on October 8, 2019.

For organizations looking to Partner: Bill Viksush, QET Coordinator

William.Viksush@cowichantribes.com

For individuals looking for Sponsorship: Lucy Shaw, QET Intake Worker

Lucy.Shaw@cowichantribes.com

Fundamentals of Manufacturing and Production

Are you interested in working in a wood processing mill or related production facility? QET has partnered with Vancouver Island University and Western Forest Products to support you with training, certifications and site visits of a Western Forest Products Mill.

Receive certificate training for: First Aid Level 1, WHIMIS, Fall Protection etc.

You will also participate in site tours, simulations and more!

5 weeks of training with final week of support for transitioning into employment. Lunch will be provided daily.

Start Date: February 21, 2023

End Date: March 24, 2023

To register contact Bill Viksush, QET Coordinator at: William.Viksush@cowichantribes.com

Applicants complete our QET application process for referral into the program. Limited seats available. Register today!

Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem—Child & Family Services

FEBRUARY 2023

5838 Trans Canada Highway Unit 1 Duncan, BC

LUM-STAM'SH

"Show me so I can show my children"

Prevention Community Safety Programs

February 2023

Healthy Relationships ~ will be held on Mondays

Facilitators: Sandra Karlson Amber Severinson

Personal skill building: learning about healthy relationship tools.

If you would like to register contact Angela Underwood to register

Google Doc: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpCwsi_LZSJmgKxYYUSrHCBOEwM3WJ_5OWR1hIP6uFKkaFA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Tuesdays: Drumming for Medicine Program

Dates: February 7th. 14th, 21st, 28th

Facilitators: Robert George, Jacob Clark, Ernest Rice

Time: 5 pm—7 pm

Location: on Zoom

Register Here

Drumming for Medicine

Google Doc Registration:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRkmpCGTH9AbLAQAWW19T4WQOwlkI1eo1eF9VK4Xt-HKksQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

For more information Contact: Angela Underwood, Community Safety

PH: 250-732-2723

Email: Angela.Underwood@cowichantribes.com

Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem

Learn How to Make a Ribbon Skirt

LUM -STAM'SH "Show me so I can show my children"

In one session jin us to learn how to make a Ribbon Skirt. Choose one date from the list to register.

Dates are:

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February 8, 2023

February 1, 2023 

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February 15, 2023

February 22, 2023

Time: 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Location: Prevention Lum-stam’sh

5838 Trans Canada Hwy Unit 1

Facilitated by: Crystal Brune

Register with: Angela Underwood, Community Safety

Ph: 250-732-2723

Email: Angela.Underwood@cowichantribes.com

Google Doc Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/ e/1FAIpQLSeNkSaHvnjNt67PPnrzxkLJkhryam25u7IhU3zprSEAG9a8Kw/ viewform?usp=sf_link

Prevention Lum-stam'sh

Lalum'utul' Smun'eem

5838 Trans Canada Hwy Unit 1 Duncan, BC

Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem - Child & Family Services

Lalum'utul'Smun'eemPreventionLum-stam'sh

“Show me So I Can Show My Children”

ProgramsandWorkshopwithFamilyConnections

Swim Passes for Cowichan Tribes Members

Swim Passes Available for Cowichan Tribes

Members:

February 6, 9, 13, 16 & 27

Youth Life Skills

This program is for youth and will be hosted weekly every Wednesday in February and March.

Open to Youth ages: 13-18

Time: 3:30 - 6:30 pm

Paint Night

Learn how to do traditional painting. If you are interested we will have a google doc to register or you can register with Karrighan Mitchell.

Dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24 (Fridays)

Time: 5-7 pm

Location: Prevention Building

Location to Pick Up:

5838 Trans Canada Highway Unit 1, Duncan BC

For More Information Contact:

Karrighan Mitchell: 250-732-6133 or Adele Joe: 250-732-4750

For More Information Contact:

Karrighan Mitchell cell: 250-732-6133

Adele Joe cell: 250-732-4750

Google Registration:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/ e/1FAIpQLScDwTHtI32Xh6BdyjyKfGg_zMWUOXZbX2mjM3w_iJvF4wPUg/viewform? usp=sf_link

For more information contact:

Karrighan Mitchell cell: 250-732-6133

Location:

5838 Trans Canada Highway Unit 1, Duncan, BC

Goggle Doc Registration:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeokGL1I24jju_kUitAHOO-QL9CFZuoghrkHiWsQIizhL4Qw/ viewform?usp=sf_link

No Transportation is provided for the programs.

Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem - Child & Family Services

FamilyNightProgram

Lalum'utul' Smun'eem Prevention

Lum-stam'sh (“Show Me So I Can Show My Children”)

Please join us for Family Night and we will provide a light meal and have cultural stations for participants. Learn how to sew, weave, bead ~ Crafting with Family members.

We will have cultural facilitators join and lead us through the sessions and if you are interested to join register with Molly Paige and the Google registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLbaNM3Hn2HGJZ_WXoO2cn-bm3gphoNP088cWpOKKMz_Q23w/ viewform?usp=sf_link

Date: February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2023 (Thursdays)

Time: 5– 7 pm

Location: Prevention Building 5831 Trans Canada Highway

No Transportation is provided

Contact for the Program: Molly Paige

PH: 250-732-8645

Email: Molly.Paige@cowichantribes.com

LUM-STAM'SH "Show me so I can show my children"

Family Day

Monday, February 20, 2023

This year we’ve partnered with the CVRD REC to host a number of family and cultural activities at the Community Centre. Activities include:

 Family Skating ~FREE Admission

 Drumming & Story Telling

 Cedar Roses

 Cultural Medicine

 Face Painting

 Cultural Painting

Any Questions? Please Call:

Adele Joe 250.732.4750

Angela Underwood: 250.732.2723

Karrighan Mitchell 250.732.6133

 Spear-Making Demonstration

 Wool: Knitting & Spinning

 KinderGym

 Salish Hockey

 St John Ambulance: Therapy Dog & CPR/AED Demonstrations

WHERE: COWICHAN COMMUNITY CENTRE

TIME: NOON TO 3:00 PM

Molly Paige 250.732.8645

Kim George: 250.746.1002—your call will be transferred

Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem

Child & Family Services

5766 Allenby Road, Duncan, BC V9L 5J1 Telephone: 250.746.1002 Fax: 250.746.7745

Effective January 24, 2023

Intake Calls regarding our Quw’utsun Members living off our “Traditional Quw’utsun Lands,” please call Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem: 250.746.1002 during regular business hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.

After Hours: 1.800.663.9122 (child abuse reporting)

The “Intake Call” Process

if you have a child protection concern regarding a Quw’utsun child, on or off our Tribal Lands within our * Traditional Quw’utsun Territory, call Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem and Karlee, our Screener will assess your call.

If a response is required, one of our Intake Social Workers will attend.

The Intake Team:

Karlee ~ Screener

Roberta ~ Intake Social Worker

Whitney ~ Intake Social Worker

Amber ~ Intake Team Manager

If you would like more information on the new “Intake Call” process, please contact Kimberlee George: 250.746.1002, Ext #5020.

* Traditional Quw’utsun Territory: Ladysmith to Lake Cowichan to Malahat and includes Gabriola Island.

Grievers

For ages 19+

Facilitated by:

Lyla Harman RSW MSW

Victor Nowoselski BSW, ICADC

This workshop takes a heartfelt look at grief and loss, the effect it has on our lives and how it is directly related to our well being

• Registration is First come First Serve

• Wait List available for potential future workshops

2.5 Day Workshop

Dates: March 8-10, 2023

5 WAYS TO H ELP SOMEONE WHO IS SUICIDAL ANDADDICTED SOS MAGAIZE

Addiction and suicide are no laughing matters. The situation of a person who is abusing substances and showing signs of suicidal behavior must be handled immediately and appropriately. As the loved one of a suicidal addict, you have the ability to improve the situation.

PAY ATTENTION TO SUICIDE WARNING SIGNS.

Most of the time, people will not outright say they are suicidal. The suicide warning signs are found in a person’s thoughts, behavior, and actions. However, the way they treat themselves and talk about their shortcomings speaks volume. They will criticize their self-worth in every way possible, whether that be seriously or through self-deprecating humor. The future is always said to be hope‐less, or that their aspirations ultimately mean nothing in the end. This negative self-talk is destruc‐tive to a person’s self-esteem and well-being. In regards to behavior, you will notice something off about the way they act. Have they started to hint that your future will not include them? What about suddenly being offered their personal belongings, or watching them sell sentimental ob‐jects? Look out for an alarmingly calm demeanor, their tendency to withdraw from social situations they once enjoyed, and the act of isolating themselves from friends and family. The act of isolation and separation from meaningful objects and people encourages the development of more suicidal thoughts. Lastly, there can also be evidence of self-harm on their body. If you recognize these warning signs, don’t hesitate to ask them outright if they feel safe with themselves or suicidal.

TELL

THEM THEY CAN TRUST AND OPEN UP TO YOU.

Telling a person that you will listen to whatever is on their mind can encourage them to open up to you. When one is suicidal, they feel trapped in their own thoughts. It becomes harder to pull them back to reality or make them understand that there is always something to look forward to in the future. The person expressing all or most of their thoughts can get their feelings out on the table and even lead you to make better choices in how to help them. You cannot exactly give a suicidal person advice, but you can say that you are a trusted individual they can rely on, you care about their life and future, and you are willing to help them. Their life is worth more than they believe, and they need to be consistently reminded of that fact.

TAKE INITIATIVE TO HELP THEM CONTACT PROFESSIONAL HELP – OR CONTACT THE PROFESSIONALS YOURSELF, IF NEEDED.

Encourage them to contact professional help and seek psychiatric treatment. This means the person can undergo therapy, psychiatric appointments, rehabilitation programs, attend group sessions, and contact 24-hour hotlines. Unsurprisingly, a suicidal addict can outright refuse help for multiple reasons – whether that be because of guilt, denial, or embarrassment. However, through your best judgment call, you can tell when they truly need a professional intervention through their suicide warning signs. The most important thing to consider here is knowing they feel safe and will not hurt themselves. If they are incapable of contacting professional help themselves life, you should take the initiative to call for them.

INFORM THE PERSON’S LOVED ONES.

Awareness is vital for the people who love a suicidal addict. In some cases, some will never even know their loved one is suicidal or addicted in the first place. Therefore, contact friends, family, and significant figures in the person’s life and inform them of them all about the situation at hand, things you have noticed, and actions you think should be taken. The community of a support system is powerful, and together they can help bring someone out of a dark place.

ACCOMPANY THE PERSON TO THEIR GROUP THERAPY SESSIONS OR SIMPLE OUTINGS.

Make them feel that they are never alone in this world. When recovering from addiction, the process of rehabilitation is excruciating and difficult for anyone who undergoes it. As the loved one of an addict, you can help make the process easier by accompanying them to group therapy ses‐sions, participating in their hobbies with them, or keep them company while doing mundane tasks such as grocery shopping. With this action, you are establishing yourself to be a source of strength when the suicidal addict needs you. While it’s vital to handle the dangerous scenarios, such as their suicidal behavior and psychiatric treatment through professional help, sometimes what they need is to be treated like a normal, functioning human being in society, because they are one. To make an outing even better, encourage a group outing with more loved ones in addition to yourself.

REACH OUT TO EMBRACING LIFE

The Cowichan Tribes Embracing Life Department promotes suicide awareness. Our goal as a community is to reduce by sharing strengths as Cowichan people. Working collaboratively with: members, traditions and surroundings mental health providers to promote health, suicide preven‐tion, intervention and post-vention. We want members to know that if they are in crisis, they have options available and they are never alone. Reaching out is the upmost importance, Embracing Life can be reached through Facebook Embracing Life and Community Safety Page or 250-732-2168.

Trevor McDonald, SOS Safety Magazine https://sossafetymagazine.com

PORTRAYALS OF ANIXIETY ON TELEVISION: WHY IT MATTERS

BY SOS MAGAIZE

Anxiety, like many other mental illnesses, is a daily struggle for those that suffer from it. It can manifest in a number of ways, including excessive worry, seeking constant reassurance, cautious behavior, and so on. And while these are common manifestations of anxiety, everyone experiences it a bit differently.

When you finally realize anxiety is the culprit of your symptoms, you may wonder – “Am I normal?”, “Is this what other people experience?”, “Why does my anxiety feel different than what others describe?”. These are all valid things to think and feel, no matter how “common” your anxiety symptoms are.

Even though millions around the world are affected by anxiety, it’s still something that many feel ashamed to talk about with others. As an anxiety sufferer myself, I know all too well how it feels to keep my struggles to myself and not share how hard it can be to get through everyday tasks

It wasn’t until I was in my late teens that I fully realized how many people around me were going through similar mental health struggles. Part of my realization came through seeing anxiety portrayed more openly (and accurately) on television and in the media in general.

One show in particular that has explored this topic is the NBC hit drama, This Is Us. The show, which focuses on an American family throughout different stages of their lives, isn’t afraid to touch on serious topics (their most recent season has even incorporated the Black Lives Matter movement).

Randall (played by Sterling K. Brown), who is one of the main characters, deals with anxiety, and the portrayal of how it affects his life is one of the most accurate i’ve seen on modern scripted television. It’s the nuances – the subtle things that the writers incorporate into the script and how well Brown brings them to life on screen that make me feel (and i’m sure many other anxiety sufferers) like I'm truly not alone in this difficult struggle.

Sometimes when I watch the show and notice small things related to Randall’s anxiety, I wonder if they are too small and detailed for people who don’t have anxiety to even notice. One episode, however, it was clear. Randall had a panic attack (something those with anxiety are quite familiar with), and after a carefully filmed scenario leading up it, he ended up on the floor in his office as he slowly felt himself losing control.

The scene is powerful, and when I watched it the night it aired, it made me emotional to see something that I know millions of people deal with, usually in secret or only with their close family. I remember tweeting after watching, expressing how much it meant to see a part of myself and a common mental health struggle shown on a television show that has a very large viewership. Through social media I was able to engage in conversations with people who also found a sense of assurance after watching the episode.

This Is Us is just one example of many shows that are becoming more open to having such real, relatable issues depicted by their characters. It’s important for people to see themselves to know that we are not alone. We are all going through different things and fighting battles that we rarely share.

I hope that this is a trend that continues for television and film (and other forms of media) where everyone, no matter who they are or what they are going through, can see themselves represented. Even when it’s hard to watch, or when there are issues that are hard to confront, we need to remember that it will always be important.

Heather Gunn, SOS Safety Magazine Portrayals of Anxiety on Television: Why it Matters - SOS Safety Magazine

The Education and Culture Committee has recommended that Cowichan Tribes establish a new legal entity, a Community Education Authority (CEA), to operate, administer, and manage its education system. An Education Jurisdiction Working Group has been established to develop Education Law for Cowichan Tribes.

The Working Group is comprised of:

 Chief Lydia Hwitsum

 Councillors Dora Wilson and Stephanie Atleo

 Quw’utsun Smuneem Elementary Principal

 Acting Associate Director of Education

 Acting CAO Cindy Daniels (ad-hoc member).

The Education Jurisdiction Manager and Administrative Assistant will support the Working Group to liaise with legal counsel on the development of the draft law.

The Education Law will describe:

 the source of authority

 delegation of accountability to a Community Education Authority (CEA)

 the qualifications, duties, and powers of CEA governors

 the scope of the CEA mandate, and

 the CEA’s accountabilities to community members and to Cowichan Tribes leadership.

Developing an Education Governance Model for Cowichan Tribes

Quw’utsun Syuw’entst Lelum - Culture & Education

The Education Law puts in place a foundation for a quality and effective Cowichan Tribes education system. The manner in which the governance of the Community Education Authority operates is informed by effective education governance practice. It ensures alignment between the governance function of the CEA, system operations, and the goals and aspirations of the community to foster children and youth who are grounded in their language, culture, and commu‐nity practice, while having the foundational skills and knowledge to achieve their dreams and to fully participate in society at home and away.

Our community will have an opportunity to review the proposed law and there will be a community ratifica‐tion process.

The Working Group will meet monthly and regular updates will be provided in the Cowichan Tribes newsletter and on our website.

If you have any questions regarding Cowichan Tribes Education Jurisdiction, the creation of a Community Education Authority, or our Education Law, please contact us: Phone: (250) 715-1022

Email: Education.Jurisdiction@cowichantribes.com Website: https://cowichantribes.com/educationjurisdiction

Quw’utsun Smuneem

2023-2024 Registration is Open!

We welcome you to the 2023-2024 school year!

Accepting registrations for Kindergarten to Grade 4.

New Enrollment Requirement:

 Kindergarten enrollment children need to be born between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018.

 Birth Certificate

 Custody or Guardianship Documents (If applicable)

 Care Card Number

What advantages do you receive when choosing Quw’utsun Smuneem School?

 Hul’qumi’num’ OR English Kindergarten to Grade 4 Program

 Daily Hul’q’umi’num’ classes in the English Program

 Outdoor Learning

 Educational Assistants in each classroom

 Small class sizes

 Hot Lunch Program for all students everyday

 Annual school wide Tzinquaw Performance

 Free field trips

 Highly effective teaching environment

 Provide small group work or 1-1 support

 School Counsellor

 Speech and Language Pathologist

 No School catchment, everyone welcome! Need more

Indian Dance List 2023 - 2027

Fri. Feb 3/23 Qwulshemut Ray Peter Memorial S’amuna

Sat. Feb4/23 Deloris George Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Sat. Feb 4/23 Adeline & Esther Morris Memorial Tsartlip

Sat. Feb 4/23 Mabel Point (Mopsie) Memorial ***FAMILY REQUEST NO CHILDREN*** Sts’ailes BH

Sat. Feb 4/23 Qwi-lod Christopher “Fuzz” Heath Memorial & Naming Lummi Comm Bldg

Fri. Feb 10/23 Tyrell Kensworthy (6pm Table) Shxwhay Village (Skway)

Sat. Feb 11/23 Anne, Irvin, Walter(Ken) & Augie(Ken) Jimmy Memorial Tsawout

Sat. Feb 11/23 George Family Memorial ***POSTPONED*** Lummi, WA

Sat. Feb 11/23 Raymond Jerry Jr & Berlinda Adaire Memorial Elk House, Muckleshoot

Sat. Feb 18/23 Ida (Anna) Sam Memorial Malahat

Sat. Feb 18/23 Ben Paul Musqueam

Sat. Feb 25/23 Peter & Francis George Jr & Tavis Harris Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Sat. Feb 25/23 Rick & Donia Edwards Naming & Memorial Wexlium Bldg, Lummi WA

Sat. Mar 4/23 Joe Family Memorial S’amuna

Fri. Mar 10/23 Gerry Charlie Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Sat. Mar 11/23 Clyde E. Johnnie Memorial S’amuna

Sun. Mar 12/23

Fri. Mar 17/23

Sat. Mar 18/23

Sat. Mar 18/23

Fri. Mar 24/23

Sat. Mar 25/23

Sun. Mar 26/23

Willie Seymour, Janice Page & Noreen Seymour Memorial Snuneymuxw

Darren Jacobs Naming Stz’uminus

Benedict Alphonse Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Roseanna & Glen Lewis Memorial Capilano

Thomas Family ***POSTPONED*** Malahat

Gail Jack Memorial S’amuna

Cooper Paul Memorial Esquimalt

Fri. Mar 31/23 Diane & Jerry Jimmy Memorial Snuneymuxw

Fri. Mar 31/23 Daniels & Charlie Family Memorial Malahat

Sat. Apr 1/23

Sat. Apr 22/23

Sat. June 17/23

Sat. June 24/23

Thurs. July 13/23

Sat. Sept 23/23

Sat. Sept 30/23

Sat. Oct 14/23

David & Seymour Families Snuneymuxw

Rice Memorial S’amuna

Ken Thomas/ Marlo Thomas ***POSTPONED*** Siem Lelum –Cowichan

Nolan Johnny & Adrianne “Lila” Williams (Thomas) Memorial Siem Lelum

Rella Sylvester/Francis & Bertha James Memorial Penelakut Gym

Norris/Prescott Work Kilgard

Norris Family Memorial Halalt First Nation Gym

Maureen Martin Memorial S’amuna

Sat. Nov 11/23 Tom & Pat Peters (Norris) Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Sat. Nov 11/23

Chris Elliott ***CANCELLED***

Stz’uminus

Indian Dance List 2023—2027

Sat. Nov 18/23

Michelle L George Memorial (12pm Table)

S’amuna

Fri. Nov 24/23 Williams Family Tsartlip

Sat. Nov 25/23 Sampson Memorial Stz’uminus

Sat. Nov 25/23 Jean & Gary Millette Memorial Scianew-Beecher Bay

Sat. Nov 25/23

Fri. Dec 1/23

Fri. Dec 1/23

Geraldine Paul (Seymour) Memorial Kilgard

Virginia (Teh) Jones Memorial Lekwammen (Songhees)

Antone Family Memorial Sts’ailes Bighouse

Sat. Dec 2/23 Daniels Family Malahat

Sat. Dec 2/23

Sat. Dec 9/23

Winifred (Susie) McHalsie(Williams) Memorial Shxwhay Village

Eileen Thomas/ Louise Paul Memorial Sts’ailes Bighouse (Chehalis)

Sat. Dec 9/23 Marcel Charlie Memorial TBA

Sat. Dec 9/23

Fri. Dec 15/23

Rita Leon Memorial ***POSTPONED*** Sts’ailes (Chehalis)

Martha Seymour Memorial Tsartlip

Sat. Dec 16/23 Campbell/ Point Family Memorial ***POSTPONED*** Musqueam

Sat. Dec 16/23

Sat. Dec 23/23

Sat. Dec 30/23

George Bailey Jr Memorial Nooksack

Velma Cooper (Suh) Memorial Nooksack Comm. Bldg

Fergie Gibson Memorial S’amuna

Sat. Dec 30/23 Lois Washington (nee Joe) & Travis George Sr Memorial (12pm Table) Lummi Wexliem Bldg

Sun. Dec 31/23 Edythe (Honey), Nadine & Christy Clark & Cheryl Edwards Memorial Lummi, WA

Fri. Jan 5/24 Lillian Jimmy-Harry Memorial Malahat

Sat. Jan 6/24 Gab Bob & Family (3pm Table & 6pm Work) Lekwammen

Sat. Jan 13/24

Sat. Jan 13/24

Sat. Jan 20/24

Sat. Jan 20/24

Fri. Jan 26/24

Baldy & Cassius Smith Memorial Snuneymuxw

Kelly Chapman Memorial Cheam

Sam Henry Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Henry Charles Memorial Thiyothel (Chehalis)

George Jones Sr Memorial Tsartlip

Sat. Jan 27/24 M. Joe S’amuna

Fri. Feb 2/24 Naming Swinomish

Sat. Feb 3/24

Sat. Feb 3/24

Sat. Feb 3/24

Sat. Feb 10/24

Sat. Feb 10/24

Sat. Feb 17/24

Sat. Feb 24/24

Agnes Padilla (nee Wyse) Memorial Snuneymuxw

Marlon Edwards Sr & Emma Penn Memorial Swinomish

Leonard George Memorial Tseil-Waututh Nation Gym

Camie Jones Memorial ***FAMILY REQUEST NO CHILDREN*** Tsartlip

Charlene Swanaset Memorial Nooksack Community Bldg

Peter Gray Jr Memorial S’amuna

Cooper Memorial Tsawout

Indian Dance List 2023 - 2027

Sat. Feb 24/24

Sat. Mar 2/24

Fri. Mar 15/24

Sat. Mar 30/24

Sat. Apr 6/24

Sat. July 13/24

Sat. Oct 26/24

Fri. Nov 1/24

Sat. Nov 2/24

Sat. Nov 9/24

Fri. Nov 15/24

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Elizabeth Dan / Eunice Dan Memorial Musqueam

Kimberly & Gabrial George Memorial (3pm Table) ***NO CHILDREN** Lummi, WA

Sheila M Charlie (nee Peter) Memorial S’amuna

Jimmy Family Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Hubert Henry & Billy Joseph Memorial TBA

Fairlie Johnny Memorial Siem Lelum

Edwards Family Malahat

Ronald Peter Jr Memorial Quamutsun

Yvonne Sampson Memorial Stz’uminus

Irene Sam & Gary Timothy Memorial Penelakut

Darryl Alphonse Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Les Tom Memorial Tsartlip

Dennis Charlie Memorial TBA

Perry (BamBam) Lafortune Jr TBA

Jensen Paul Memorial Thiyothel Longhouse, Sts’ailes

Florence Claxton Memorial Tsawout

Denise Irene Sam-Morris Memorial Lekwammen

Johnny Williams Sr & Allen Williams Memorial Sts’ailes (Chehalis)

Jason Sylvester & Margaret Seymour-Cayou Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Campbell/ Point Family Memorial Musqueam

Irvin Williams Memorial Squiala

Gilbert Sam Joe Memorial TBA

Johnny Family Memorial S’amuna

Sat. Jan 11/25 Point Family Memorial (2pm Table) *FAMILY REQUEST NO CHILDREN* Sts’ailes BH (Chehalis)

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Francis Family Memorial Charlie Longhouse

Alex & Geraldine Paul Memorial Keetchla House-Sts’ailes

Cori/Pamela/James & Wayne (Rocky) Norris Jr Memorial Tseycum

Richard Parker Memorial Thiyothel Longhouse

Laura Sylvester Memorial Penelakut

Theresa Rice/Jack Memorial (TBD)Malahat/Stz’uminus

Terence Patrick Point Musqueam

May, Andrew & Cinderella Jack Memorial **POSTPONED TO 2027** S’amuna

James Memorial TBA

Cody Charlie/ Billy Jack & Ancil Thomas Sr Memorial S’amuna

Doreen Pelkey Memorial Tsawout

Indian Dance List 2023 - 2027

Sat. Mar 29/25 John Harry Sr Memorial Malahat

Sat. Nov 8/25 Charlie Tom Memorial Tsartlip

Fri. Nov 14/25 Norman Underwood Sr Memorial Tsawout

Sat. Nov 15/25 Seymour & Elliott Family Stz’uminus

Sat. Nov 15/25 Carolyn Moses Memorial (12pm Table & 3pm Work) Tulalip

Sat. Nov 22/25 Edwards/Sampson & Frenchie Memorial Stz’uminus

Sat. Nov 29/25 Rhonda Lynne Seward (nee Harris) Memorial Snuneymuxw

Sat. Nov 29/25 Edward Pally Dick, G. Charles, T.Dick & C.Frank Memorial TBD

Sat. Nov 29/25 Peter Brian Charlie Tha’latquin Memorial Charlie Longhouse

Fri. Dec 5/25 Diane May Harris (Yetsa) (4pm Table) Stz’uminus

Sat. Dec 6/25 Amber Good Memorial Penelakut

Sat. Dec 6/25 Rita (Mahalothelwet) Leon Memorial Sts’ailes (Chehalis)

Sat. Dec 13/25 Shaun Crocker Memorial Stz’uminus

Sat. Jan 17/26 TBA TBD

Sat. Jan 24/26 Douglas Memorial (12pm Table) Tzeachten Longhouse

Sat. Jan 31/26 William & Chrissy Horne Memorial Tsartlip

Mon. Feb 2/26 Glen Louie Memorial Quamichan

Sat. Feb 21/26 Starla Tommy (Seward) Memorial Snuneymuxw

Sat. Nov 21/26 Gail Gibbs Memorial Esquimalt

Sat. Dec 12/26 Marshall & April Frenchy Memorial Stz’uminus

Fri. Jan 29/27 May, Andrew & Cinderella Jack Memorial S’amuna

Khowutzun Development Corporation

U PDATES FROM OUR TEAM

The new National Centre for Indigenous Laws (NCIL) at UVic will be a place to share Indigenous legal tradi‐tions. It will also be home to the Faculty of Law’s JD/JID program – the first law program in the world to combine the study of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous laws. Our civil crew is completing the duct bank with Houle Electric, and they have started the ground works for the foundation.

A big thank-you to Grant Williams, Fran Williams, Lemo Smith, Howie George, Dan Williams, Jon Coleman, Jody Bob, Harold Joe, and their teams for the excellent work at the Cowichan Hospital Replacement Project site. Your dedication to community and to the construction industry is exemplary. Thank you KFS for partici‐pating in the falling of this site as well. Thank-you Matt Thomas for supporting Houle Electric with ground‐works scope for the installation of EV Charging Stations in Nanaimo and Parksville. Thank -you Dan Williams and your crew for taking on the groundworks scope for the Courtenay, Comox, and Cumberland EV Charging Stations.

Clearing and Grubbing for the new student housing project at the North Island College in Courtenay will begin late January or early February. Renée Olson and Jon Coleman will be working with Urban One’s design team to provide value engineering to the Building Permit process.

FOREST SERVICES

Happy New Year from the staff and crews at KFS. It was a very successful 2022 for KFS employees and we are looking forward to an even better 2023. As General Manager, I would like to thank the KFS workers for their hard work and dedica‐tion to the company.

I would like to give thanks to Mosaic Forest Management for supporting the KFS firewood program for Cowichan Tribes elders. They supplied the majority of wood to KFS, and our crew members cut, split and delivered firewood to the elders free of charge.

Our team is always expanding and growing with the demand of our Freegro Tree Shelter units. We are currently working on a 105,000-unit order for April 2023.

We want the Cowichan Tribes community members to know that KFS supports you and that supplying firewood to the elders is only a small example of how KFS intends to help the community in 2023.

We have positions for Seamstress and Production Workers. If you are interested in learning more about what Khowutzun Freegro Tree Shelters has to offer for job opportunities, please drop by in person, email Joseph.Sam@khowutzun.com or visit our website at www.khowutzun.com

We are willing to train the right candidate.

New Voices is our career-building arm of KDC. Our mission is to create career opportunities with our Partner Companies through on the job training, union training programs and through placement opportunities. We will work with and support our members to get them confident, trained, and ready to start their careers.

Through the Construction Foundation, our Partners and our KDC team, we have successfully trained members to be Electricians, working with Houle Electric through the WATT program. In December, KDC worked with the Ironworkers Union 97 and put on a two-week training program to be an ironworker. I want to congratulate William Martin, Brady Williams, Jeff Javier and Cameron Wallace for successfully completing this training. We will be working with these members to ensure they obtain employment opportunities with our partner companies, Harris Rebar and Namdor. We will be looking to schedule another Ironworkers training in the next couple months and working with the Construction Foundation.

Indigenous partnerships: Costa Canna is actively supporting and negoti‐ating a partnership with another BC First Nation which holds strategic retail land holdings on the lower mainland. We anticipate later this month, the executive team will visit our Duncan stores and finalize a go forward partnership with Costa Canna and the Cowichan Tribes.

Open job Postings: As Costa Canna continues to grow its sales, more and more opportunities for job placement are becoming evident. We currently have job postings for both Bud Tenders and Key Holders at all of our Costa Canna locations. If interested, please email careers@costcanna.ca to submit a resume.

United Greeneries:

United Greeneries LED Lighting: Since the implementation of our LED lighting system in A3 we have recorded lower environment control usage and an increase in the vigor of our plants. The transition to LED lights will provide an increase of yield output by more than 30%. This increase yield will reduce our operational expenses significantly. Follow‐ing this scaled first run, we intend to advance the conversion of both A1 & A2 with LED lighting systems as well.

United Greeneries & Australia GMP: UGL continues to advance interna‐tional partnerships and is in the midst of securing another international distribution agreement with MC Thera in Australia. The agreement requires 50kg of finished premium flower every 3 months. We view this a starting position and intend to increase this requirement over the balance of 2023. Our path to becoming an international brand is well underway but will take a significant amount of continued focus and business development initiatives. Establishing the international market represents our greatest opportunity for growth as the Canadian market has been compressing for the past 12 months due to the continued issuance of Licenses and the oversupply to the domestic market.

Dan Williams of Ravenstone and Jon Coleman of JonCo at the National Centre for Indigenous Law, University of Victoria.

Students huddled around Al Billing the instructor from Iron‐workers Union 97