Quw'utsun Newsletter - September 2023

World Suicide Prevention

Message from A/ Chief Administrative Officer

‘Uy’ skweyul, Acting Chief Administrative Officer Cindy Daniels continues take leave at the direction of her health professional. I have been asked to continue to fulfill the responsibilities of A/CAO. Melissa Bellamy has also agreed to continue to provide support as Acting Director of Administration, in addition to her role as Treaty Manager.

It is an exciting time with many important initiatives that I want to highlight for our citizens. The first is a reminder about the ratification vote for the Custom Election Code. Online voting opened on August 30th and our in person vote is taking place on Friday, September 15th. Be sure to learn about the proposed changes, including eligibility requirements to run for Council. The link to the full document is here, as well as the link to vote online. A summary of the changes are in the pages that follow. This is an exciting move away from an election process that was imposed through the Indian Act. If you are aged 18 and older, be sure to exercise your right to vote on these important changes to how we select our leaders.

You will have noticed that this month we are providing two publications: the Cowichan Tribes Department Guide and the Quw’utsun newsletter. We will publish the Department Guide twice annually (Fall and Spring) to provide information about each department and their regular, ongoing programs and services. It can be kept as a handy reference guide until the next edition. This move will address community feedback and make the monthly Quw’utsun Newsletter a shorter, more compelling read, featuring updates regarding key initiatives and new information regarding events and workshops. We hope you enjoy these improvements. If you wish to provide any feedback, please contact Communications@cowichantribes.com.

On behalf of our Pandemic Response Team, I want to remind our community that COVID-19 continues to circulate and transmission rates are increasing. As we head into fall and begin to spend more time indoors, I encourage everyone to take care of their health, monitor for symptoms, and get tested if you are feeling unwell. Please also stay tuned for information regarding COVID-19 and Flu vaccine clinics in the coming months.

Finally, I am recognizing our Emergency Management Department for their work in August to address both extreme heat in Cowichan and the wildfires in the Okanagan. The Emergency Team was able to quickly activate a Cooling Centre for our community members from August 14-17, with the support of our Si’em Lelum Gym staff and several other departments. They were also quick to send a team member to provide assistance with structural coordination efforts to protect homes and businesses in Westbank First Nation territory, West Kelowna, and Kelowna. Our hearts and prayers are with the nations and communities across the province that were evacuated and lost homes and buildings. We raise our hands to all of the emergency responders, including Khowutsun Forest Services who have been fighting these devastating fires.

Huy tseep q’u, Dana (Sunaxwumaat) Thorne

Honouring Our Athletes

Honouring Our Athletes

On August 17, 2023, Cowichan youth who competed at the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) in Halifax were honoured at a special dinner and ceremony hosted by our Youth Services Department. Athletes were recognized by the speaker, Chief Hwitsum, and witnesses for representing our community at this international competition, their commitment to their sports, and their exceptional athletic and leadership skills. We are so proud of you!

Athletes in attendance:

 Shiloh Louie U16 Girls Soccer, Gold

 Ava Jack U16 Girls Soccer, Gold

 Lucetta Wilson—U16 Girls Soccer, Gold

 Ethan Wilson, U16 Boys Soccer, Gold

 Noah Gray—U19 Boys Canoe/Kayak, 1 Gold, 3 Silver, 1 Bronze

 Kaitlyn Atleo U19 Girls Soccer, Bronze

 Myles Paige, U19 Boys Soccer, Gold

 Kiona Williams, U14, Girls Basketball

 Olivia Johnny, U19 Girls Soccer, Bronze

Honouring Our Athletes

Athletes not in attendance:

 James Sullivan U16 Boys Soccer, Gold

 Miranda Beatsen U16 Girls Soccer (Team Manitoba)

 Ethyn Williams U19 Boys Basketball, Bronze

 Ellashani George U19 Girls Canoe/ Kayak 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze

Each athlete was gifted a customized jacket with their name and sport. It was also announced that the Team BC program for the NAIG is approved for secondary school credits towards graduation as part of the External Sport Credentials Program. Students in high school received letters to their school administration urging them to recognize their accomplishments

Symptoms include:

 Fever or chills

 Cough

 Loss of sense of smell or taste

 Difficulty breathing

 Sore throat

If You Test Positive

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COVID-19 & Summer Travel

We are reminding our citizens and staff that COVID-19 continues to circulate in our community and elsewhere. An increase in transmission rates has been noted in recent weeks.

If you are feeling unwell, please test for COVID-19 ASAP. Rapid tests kits are available for free at Ts'ewulhtun Health Centre and local pharmacies.

If you have travelled, taken a plane or used another mode of transportation with confined spaces, attended a large event indoors, or been in close contact with anyone that has COVID-19, please monitor yourself closely for symptoms for up to 10 days. Elders, those with pre-existing health conditions, and those whose vaccines are not up-to-date are at higher risk.

 Loss of appetite

 Runny nose

Sneezing

 Extreme fatigue or tiredness

 Headache

 Body aches

 Nausea or vomiting

 Diarrhea

Treatments are available for people at high risk from COVID-19 who tested positive for COVID-19 by PCR or rapid antigen test. To find out if you may benefit from treatment and how to get the treatment, please call 1-888-268-4319 (Monday-Friday 7am-7pm) or visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/ treatments Treatments are only effective within a few days of symptoms starting. Please test early

 Stay home and away from others until your fever is gone (without the use of medicines that reduce fever, like Tylenol) and you feel well enough to participate in daily activities.

 Avoid close contact with others, especially people at higher risk of severe illness or complications from COVID-19.

 If you cannot avoid close contact with others, take preventative measures, including wearing a mask and washing your hands regularly.

Fall Vaccine Clinics

Ts’ewulhtun Health Centre will host COVID-19 and Flu vaccine clinics this fall. Please stay tuned for details to be announced

JOIN US FOR SOME BURGERS AND TO VOTE ONLINE FOR THE

Wednesday, Sept. 6TH 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Thursday, Sept. 14TH 5:00 -7:00 pm

AT SIEM LELUM GYM

Custom Election Code

Ratification Vote: ONLINE VOTING available 9:00 AM on August 30 - September 15th

IN PERSON VOTING available 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM on September 15th at Si’em Lelum Gym

Welcome of OneFeather – to get start visit the link below and click the RED button to get started.

https://onefeather.ca/nations/cowichan

Activating your profile is easy and quick. You will require a current personal email address, and when a voting or engagement event becomes activated, you will be required to enter your registry number and date of birth. OneFeather protects your personal and confidential information using the latest encryption technologies and data protection systems and architecture. To learn more about how we protect your data and personal information please visit: https://support.onefeather.ca

Below are the sign-up screens – each will guide your though the activation process and get you to electronic/ digital voting is just a few minutes.

From this point – click “Vote Now” option and if a voting event or ballot is available to you, you will then be guided through the voting process.

Remember, a ballot will only present if a voting event is active and you are an eligible voter for that voting event.

If you require any assistance, please contact OneFeather at:

support@onefeather.ca

250-384-8200 (direct)

1-855-923-3006 (TF)

https://onefeather.ca/nations/cowichan

Cowichan Tribes

Cowichan Tribes is changing how we choose our leaders. We have been working on this community-led project since 2006. Here are some important issues we reviewed as a community through open houses, surveys, face-to-face discussions and with a citizen working group. All changes are documented in our Cowichan Tribes Election Code (available at cowichantribes.com/election-code, election.code@cowichantribes.com, or paper copies available at the front desk of Administration Office).

In general our Council will look the same as before, with some important recommended changes.

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COUNCIL WILL:

 Still have 12 Councilors and one Chief (Section 3.1).

NO CHANGE

 Serve for four years opposed to two years (Section 3.9).

 Still include Youth and Elders on committees where appropriate (Cowichan Declaration).

NO CHANGE

TO BE COUNCIL, YOU:

 Must still be Quw’utsun Mustimuhw and 18 years or older. (Section 5.21). NO CHANGE

 Cannot be an employee of Cowichan Tribes or have another job with Cowichan Tribes (Section 5.21(c), Section 5.22).

 Must not have done a serious crime in the last 10 years, or a minor crime in the last 2 years before the election (Section 5.21(c), Section 5.22).

 Cannot have been removed from their seat on Council before, unless Council gives specific approval.

TO RUN FOR COUNCIL, you will be required to pay a small non-refundable fee of $100 to run for Chief, or $50 to run for Councillor (Section 5.16(b)). These fees can be helpful because they:

 Encourage only serious candidates to run

 Show support for candidates (e.g. many people can make small contributions to the fee).

 Can be used to benefit Cowichan Tribes (e.g. to pay for election expenses).

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IF THE CHIEF CANNOT FINISH THEIR TERM, Council will choose a Deputy Chief to do the job of Chief

IF A COUNCILLOR CANNOT FINISH THEIR TERM, Council may choose not to replace them if it won’t affect quorum (the minimum number of councilors needed to make an official decision) (Section 3.21). If Council decides to fill the vacant position, the person who got the most votes in the last election (but did not win) will be asked (Section 3.23).

Are there any important changes to our Council (who can be on Council, how long they will serve)?

Are there any changes to what the election process looks like?

In general the election process will look the same as before, with some important recommended changes.

AN ELECTORAL OFFICER

(the neutral person who runs elections by preparing materials, making sure everything is fair, helping people vote, and counting the votes) will still run elections. NO CHANGE

THE COWICHAN TRIBES COMPLAINTS AND APPEALS

BOARD will now handle problems with the election process and with Council members not doing their job right. (Note: The Minister of Indigenous Services Canada used to handle these problems, if they arose). The Complaints and Appeals Board will have:

 A Cowichan Tribes Elder.

 A Cowichan Tribes member (18+).

 Someone (18+) who isn’t a member, but knows about law, conflict resolution, and/or elections. They can’t work for Cowichan Tribes or be part of the election.

 The Complaints and Appeals Board will ask for help from lawyers or other professionals if they need it.

WE DECIDED THE ELECTORAL OFFICER must be 18 years or older and cannot be Quw’utsun Mustimuhw, work for Cowichan Tribes or have personal or business relationships with Cowichan Tribes members. They must be fair and knowledgeable about elections (Section 4.3).

COUNCIL CAN DECIDE whether to have advance polls (so members can vote before the election day) (Section 14/6(d)) and/or electronic voting (Section 6.2, Section 6.16-23).

IF YOU THINK A CHIEF OR COUNCILLOR SHOULD BE REMOVED

, you must write a complaint with proof to the Complaints and Appeals Board, submit a petition signed by at least 25% of all voters (or 2/3+ of Council can submit a signed resolution) and pay a non-refundable fee of $100 within 3 months of when the problem happened (Section 11.5).

Reasons for the removal of a Chief or Councillor include (Section 11.2):

 Cannot do the work because they are sick or not able to for 6 months.

 Do not come to 3 Council meetings in a year without saying why.

 Should not have been chosen in the first place, e.g. if they are under 18, not a Quw’utsun Mustimuhw, an employee of Cowichan Tribes, or have committed a criminal offence (Section 5.21).

 Do not do their job right, according to the Chief and Council Oath of Office (Appendix “B”).

 Are bribed, cheat, lie or act dishonestly while doing their job.

For questions or more information about the election code process please contact election.code@cowichantribes.com or Keisha Sampson at (250) 748-3196 ext 1511

IF YOU THINK THE ELECTION WAS NOT FAIR

, you must write a complaint with proof to the Complaints and Appeals Board and pay a nonrefundable fee of $100 within 30 days of the election (a signed petition is not required) (Section 12.4).

Reasons to challenge election results include (Section 12.3):

 Someone who won was not allowed to be a candidate.

 The election rules were not followed, and it may have changed who won.

 Someone did things that are dishonest and unfair and there is proof.

First Nations Drinking Water Settlement

FIRST NATIONS DRINKING WATER SETTLEMENT

The claim period has been extended to March.7th, 2024

Claim Support: If you have not submitted a claim we recommend getting your paperwork in as soon as possible. Josephine can assist you with completing and submitting your form. Be sure to bring your ID, your child’s birth certificate (if applying for a minor) and a Direct Deposit information. It takes up to 12 weeks for your application to be processed by the government. Once they have reviewed your application, a letter will be sent to you by Deloitte with next steps.

Josephine Charlie is available to answer any questions by phone, or email and can be reached at.

Phone: (250)748-3196 Ext.1013

Email: safe.water@cowichantribes.com or in person at the Cowichan Tribes Administration Building (5760 Allenby Road).

Cowichan Tribes is not managing the payments for the “First Nations Drinking Water Settlement”

For questions about your application, please call the toll free number at 1-833-252-4220 or email your questions to firstnationswater@deloitte.ca

Emergency Management

Emergency Management

Extreme Fire Risk

BC is witnessing one of the worst wildfire seasons in history, with more than 1.4 million of land lost to the fires across the province. WeareraisingawarenessregardingtheEXTREMEFIRERISKinourregion andacrosstheprovince.TheBCGovernmenthasdeclaredaprovince-widestateofemergencyin responsetoextreme,fast-movingwildfireactivity.

Quw’utsunMustimuhw,pleasekeepfirepreventionmeasurestopofmindfortheprotectionofour lands,homes,andpeople.Ifyouseeawildfireoractivitiesthatcouldstartawildfire,pleasecall 9-1-1toreportit.

FireSmart

The work to develop a fuel management prescription is in the final stages for our highest hazard area: Georgetown. This area was identified to be of highest priority because of its location and volume of vegetation. We will be looking at the management methods that could be implemented to reduce potential fire behavior and decrease the risk of a wildland urban interface (WUI) fire.

Huy tseep q’u, thank you to the residents for allowing our contractor B.A Blackwell and Associates onto your property to obtain the information necessary to develop a plan to reduce the potential impacts of wildfire on your home, neighbourhood, and community.

Additional wildfire risk reduction and vegetation management work within Cowichan Tribes’ Lands is in the planning stages. Please reach out or give us a call if you would like to discuss how to FireSmart your home. Or visit: https://firesmartbc.ca.

Get FireSmart

Emergency Management

Cooling Centre

From August 14th-17th, Cowichan Tribes Emergency Management team opened our first Cooling Centres of the summer, due to a heat warning. Open from 10 am to 8pm at the Si’em Lelum Gymnasium, and offering water, Gatorade, fruit and snacks, the Cooling Centre was greatly appreciated by approximately 120 families, elders, youth and more. Film and construction crews from nearby projects were especially grateful to have a cool spot to take a break while working outdoors. Our hands are raised and we truly are thankful to the Si’em Lelum Gym staff for accommodating and welcoming the Cooling Centre on short notice. We also want to recognize staff from Capital Projects, Human Resources and Communications for taking shifts to staff the centre and welcome everyone who came through the door. The Emergency Management Team is working daily to ensure there is a plan in place during any disaster and we were pleased to contribute to the prevention of adverse health during these extreme heat weather conditions.

Tribal Journeys 2023

Cowichan Tribes

‘Uy’ skweyul (good day),

We are raising our hands to our Tribal Journey volunteers from the community and our staff. Huy tseep q’u (thank you) for generously sharing your time, energy, and enthusiasm. These contributions were essential for us to host the paddlers in a good way. We respect your spirit of volunteerism immensely.

We are grateful to all of the community volunteers who helped with distributing and filling water bottles, handing out fruit, and holding and carrying the heavy canoes ashore. Special recognition goes to:

 Bus drivers: Bill Thorne and Perry George,

 Speaker Wayne Charlie at Tl’ulpalus Beach, Cowichan Bay and at the Si’em Lelum Gym,

 Albie Charlie, who graciously greeted the canoes and welcome the paddlers ashore

 Cooks: Laurine Charlie, Mabel Antoine, Rhonda Sam and Pearl Smith, who all who helped serve dinner and breakfast

 Willa Kunkel, who performed Reiki on the pullers

 Pam Malt for smudging, and

 The North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP for offering their support and services to monitor the fields, keeping our paddlers and their belongings safe.

In addition, our Administration team helped collect volunteer information with the help of our communications team that got the word out and kept the community informed leading up to and throughout the event. Lulumexun, Lalum’utul Smun’eem, and Ts’wulhtun Health Centre for donating food and drink for the paddlers. Thank you to the Si’em Lelum Gymnasium staff. A special shout out goes to our Operations and Maintenance team, especially to Wendy Seymour for stepping up to organize the event for her first time. She embraced the event from start, tirelessly striving to make this a special experience for all involved. Rick Wilson as well, for helping organize, supplying all the garbage bins, for pulling every single canoe ashore, and staying at Cowichan Bay until the overnight canoe watchers came to take over.

We really appreciate your efforts in this very special journey. Once again, thank you for your time, dedication, and perseverance. We hope to see you all out next year for Tribal Journeys 2024.

Huy ch tseep q’u, Cowichan Tribes

Ts’ewulhtun Health - Youth Services

Cowichan Tribes Youth Services and Kwun’atsustal Counselling

Quw’utsun Youth

Skateboarding Event

This Fall...

Date: Sept 11th and 25th

Time: 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location: Duncan Skate Park

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/ forms/d/1EaOMl8WUImD1oFRVPneOgOxiIfnb0E2f -Izk4s8woFs/edit

Lessons

Riding and safety

Food and more!

Last Sunday of every month @ 5:00 pm.

Community Skate Jam

Hosted by: Cowichan AMBASSADORKS

https://www.facebook.com/ groups/710965127448802/

Next date: September 24, 2023

Shout out to Steve

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@Influence Boardshop Sponser

For supporting us with skateboards, swag, insurance, and great sense of community. https://www.facebook.com/

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If you have any questions or would like more information contact:

E: Angelina.Rice@cowichantribes.com

P: (604) 997-1913

Bringing Healthy Birth Back to Quw’utsun Project Update: Sep 2023

Save the Date!

When: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 5:00pm - 7:00 pm

What: Quw’utsun Preterm Birth Study Knowledge Sharing Event

We invite Quw’utusun Mustimuhw to discuss the results of the Preterm Birth Study and share ideas and stories about maternal health.

Location: Si’em Lelum Gym

More details to come on the Ts’ewulhtun Health Centre Facebook page!

The Quw’utsun Preterm Birth Study Team

CONTACT

Email:

brenda.yuen@cowichantribes.com

Phone: 306-717-7289

Office: 5768 Allenby Rd, Duncan BC

V9L 5J1 (Ts’ewulhtun Health)

Sul-hween Lydia Seymour, Sul-hween Doreen Peter, Liz Spry, Brenda Yuen, Jen Murray

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

Ts’ewulhtun Health - Sul-hween (Elders)

GET TO KNOW YOUR SMARTPHONE COWICHAN

TRIBES ELDERS

SKYNET and KINETIC WIRELESS (Exclusive Fido and Rogers

Authorized Dealer)

Invite you to an hour of fun and learning!

Class: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MOBILE DEVICE

Where: Cowichan Tribes Elders Building

When: Wednesday, September 13th

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM

CONTACT YOUR NEARBY SKYNET/KINETIC STORE

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

180 Central Road

Duncan

Phone: (250) 748-6388

Email: kinetic.duncan@kineticwireless.com

* Valid for Quw’utsun Elders Only

Ts’ewulhtun Health - Sul-hween (Elders)

P’uq’ulenuhw ׀ September 2023

The time when the leaves turn colour

We want to hear from you!

Have an idea for an activity in October?

Please contact Benecia, Activity Coordinator at (250) 715-3303

Please call us at (250) 715-3303 to book in advance for your Elders

Footcare appointment. Footcare is every Wednesday from 9:00 - 4:00 PM. Ears To You hearing clinic September date to be announced. Call us to book your hearing appointment.

Capital Projects & Sustainable Housing CAPITAL PROJECTS

Low Pressure Sewer STEP System

Construction is near completion for the Low Pressure Sewer Project – Zones 1,2,3,4,5-2 with the remaining of the works being surface restoration and deficiencies.

Zone 1 (Shmaqwathut Road), Zone 2 (Glenora Road), Zones 3 (Koksilah Road), and Zone 4 (Boys Road Area) have all been successfully connected to municipal sewer and are operational.

Due to lack of precipitation and the instances of extreme heat, lawn restoration will need to be completed at the end September 2023. We appreciate your patience as we look to complete this project.

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

Interested in learning more about the Capital Projects Department?

Check out our website at www.cowichantribes.com/housing/ capital-projects

Are you a Certificate of Possession (CP) holder who may be interested in selling all or a portion of your CP land to Cowichan Tribes for the purposes of building community projects? If this is something you would consider please contact Lauren Miller in the Capital Projects Department at (250) 715-3302.

Capital Projects & Sustainable Housing

CAPITAL PROJECTS

YuThuyThut Replacement Project

The replacement of YuThuyThut Adult Education Center has completed and school is in session. Although some of the surrounding work has not fully we are moving quickly to get it done.

All 6 new modular units were lifted into place at the beginning of August and after that it was all hands on deck to get the school ready for the new school year. Most of the work such as cabinets and washroom installations were installed prior to the units being transported and lifted into place at their current location.

Work continues on the hydro service upgrade and on the watermain replacement and should be completed by the end of September. We want to thank Chatwin Engineering, Nexus Modular Solutions, Four Point Exteriors, FBM Plumbing, Westisle Heating and Cooling, Leukowich Engineering, Porlier Pass Construction, R&H Williams Trucking, Knightway Modular Transportation & Installation, Sasco Contractors, New Power Electric, Gordon ‘N’ Gordon Interiors, Kebouw Cranes, ICON Sheet Metal, Diamond Quality Coating, Trilar Fire Protection and the many others who made this project happen.

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

SUSTAINABLE HOUSING

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

Why do I need to clean my chimney?

Fireplaces and wood stoves are designed to safely contain wood-fuel fires, while providing heat for a home.

The chimneys that serve them have the job of expelling the byproducts of combustion – the substances produced when wood burns.

These include smoke, water vapor, gases, unburned wood particles, hydrocarbon volatile oil, tar fog and assorted minerals.

As these substances exit the fireplace or wood stove, and flow up into the relatively cooler chimney, condensation occurs. The resulting residue that sticks to the inner walls of the chimney is called creosote.

Creosote is black or brown in appearance. It can be crusty and flaky…tar-like, drippy and sticky…or shiny and hardened. Often, all forms will occur in one chimney system. Whatever form it takes, creosote is highly combustible.

If it builds up in sufficient quantities – and catches fire inside the chimney flue instead of the firebox of the fireplace or wood stove – the result will be a chimney fire.

SUSTAINABLE HOUSING

Fall Maintenance

Cold weather is coming soon, prepare your home now.

When the temperature outside cools down, stop and think what effect the colder weather could have on your house. There are steps you need to take inside and outside your home to help it through the cooler days. Follow this checklist and you will be safe and comfortable during the upcoming cooler months.

Safety First

 Make sure your smoke detectors are working properly.

 Change or replace the furnace and HRV filters and don’t forget to clean the vent grills.

 Have the woodstove chimney cleaned before lighting the first log.

 Natural gas furnaces and hot water tanks may require servicing.

 Baseboard heaters need cleaning. Give them an inch...they’ll take over the yard!

 Give the yard a complete cleaning and move debris away from the perimeter of the house (don’t give mice the chance to build nests).

 Trim back the branches of shrubs and trees that are touching the house, squirrels may use them to break into your attic.

 Keep up on your leaf raking so leaves don’t smother your lawn.

In through the outdoors

 Detach garden hoses from the hose-bibs, drain them and put them in storage.

 Protect your outdoor furniture from fall/winter weather too. Cover up or store items like seat cushions or umbrellas, larger furniture and BBQ’s will need a strong waterproof cover.

 Protect your roof by replacing any shingles that are loose or missing.

 To keep the weather from finding other ways inside your home, be sure to caulk any gaps around window or door frames.

Quw’utsun Syuw’entst Lelum - Culture & Education

Quw’utsun Syuw’entst Lelum

Cowichan House of Learning

5744 Allenby Road, Duncan B.C. V9L 5J1

T: 250-715-1022 F: 250-715-1023

ATTENTION– ALL PARENTS/ GUARDIANS

In preparation for the 2023 2024 school year, please register for:

Cowichan Tribes Bus Transportation. A registration form must be submitted each year.

COWICHAN TRIBES PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS

To request a Transportation Registration form phone the office or email one of the following: Darin.George@cowichantribes.com or Transportation.clerk@cowichantribes.com or you can visit the Student Transportation subpage on the Cowichan Tribes website: https:// cowichantribes.com/member-services/culture-and-education/student-transportation

Bus Registration Form: https://cowichantribes.com/application/files/9416/8236/6578/2023__2024_Cowichan_Tribes_School_Bus_Registration_Form___Transportation_Regulations.pdf

Bus Schedule Link: https://cowichantribes.com/member-services/culture-and-education/studenttransportation

You can also fax your form to 250-715-1023 or submit via email to the contacts above.

3 bag limit

For recycling you must break down boxes

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

Community Information Sessions

We’ve hosted a number of Community Information Sessions at Siem Lelum, the Coast Bastion in Nanaimo and the Songhees Wellness Centre in Victoria and we’ve had a common theme at all Sessions.

We would like to clarify how our agency will respond to “intake calls” once our Quw’utsun Law comes into effect and there are members from other Nations residing in our service delivery area (jurisdiction) or our Quw’utsun territory.

Children from another Nation without their own Child & Family Services Law

Where there is a child(ren) registered from a Nation that does not have their own Law yet, for example: Ladysmith, or Lake Cowichan or Malahat, we will consult with Kwumut Lelum as Kwumut Lelum is the Delegated Aboriginal Agency (DAA) servicing these First Nations children and families.

Children from another Nation with their own Child & Family Services Law

Where we have children residing in our jurisdiction where that Nation has their own Child and Family Services Law, we will consult with that Nation.

Children from another Nation with AND without their own Child & Family Services Law

Where we are servicing families with children registered with other Nations with and without their own Child & Family Services Law, we will consult accordingly with the Nation or agency. We will also consult with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), as necessary, where there are non-First Nations children involved.

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

We will also sign “Protocol Agreements” (a document between agencies explaining ‘how’ we will work together) with other Nations and agencies, as needed. For example, if we have a child registered with a Nuu-Chah-Nulth tribe, we will sign a Protocol Agreement with “USMA” ~ the Port Alberni DAA.

Phased-in Approach in Servicing Citizens “On” and “Off” our Quw’utsun Territory

In January, 2023, we expanded our jurisdiction from “on-Reserve only” to: Lake Cowichan to Malahat to Ladysmith AND the Golf Islands. With our phased in approach, once our Law comes into effect, we will likely expand to all Vancouver Island, then the Mainland, across the Province of BC and across Canada.

We will be providing training to our staff, to Judges, to MCFD staff, etc. and signing Protocol Agreements, as necessary, with other service providers (hospitals, RCMP, Friendship Centre, etc.).

This process is very new and complex with different DAAs, MCFD Offices and Nations with and without their own Child Welfare Laws. We will take careful consideration regarding any call that comes in.

Please check our Cowichan Tribes Newsletters; Facebook Pages (Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem, Cowichan Tribes and Cowichan Tribes Prevention); or our website: ourchildlaw.cowichantribes.com for all updates. Check out our short videos from Quw’utsun Citizens speaking on our project, proposed draft Law, etc. If you have an email address, “STAY CONNECTED” and “Sign Up” for email updates (bottom of our Home Page). Huy tseep q’u siiem.

Lalum’utul’

Smun’eem - Child & Family Services

Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem

CULTURAL PROGRAM “TEACHINGS OF WEAVING”

Dates: September 13, 20, 27, 2023 (Wednesdays)

Facilitators: Stella Johnny

Time: 10 AM—2:30 PM

Location:

Prevention Building 5838 Trans Canada Highway

PREVENTION LUM-STAM’SH Community Safety Program

Invitation for community members to take your weaving skills to the next level. Learning how to prepare cedar and how to apply a design to a cedar basket.

Register Here

Cultural Program: Teachings of Weaving

Scan the QR Code to the left here.

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DRUMMING FOR MEDICINE PROGRAM

Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26, 2023 (Tuesdays)

Facilitators: Jacob Clark, Ernest Rice

Time: 3:30 - 5:30 pm

Location:

Prevention Building 5838 Trans Canada Highway

Invitation for community members to join the Drumming for Medicine Program. The program is open to Cowichan Community Members who reside on reserve and off reserve.

Register Here

Drumming for Medicine

Scan the QR Code to the left here.

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For more information contact: Angela Underwood, Community Safety

P: 250-732-2723 ׀ Email: Angela.Underwood@cowichantribes.com

Updates

SHORLINE CLEAN UP COMING TO COWICHAN BAY AND AREA

In partnership with Cowichan Tribes, Rugged Coast Research Society will be conducting a shoreline clean up of 32Km of shoreline from Octopus Point to Arbutus Ridge (see map on next page). The clean up is targeting non-hazardous marine debris, such as tires, fishing gear, plastics and metals.

The S-hwuhwa’us Thi’lut Kw’atl’kwa team, and other available marine staff of the Lulumexun department, will be taking part in the work. Rugged Coast Research Society will be providing employment opportunity for interested Cowichan citizens with four paid positions for five days of work. Dates to be announced. Hopefully future works will include clean up of hazardous items such as any creosote treated pilings no longer in use. You can also learn more about Rugged Coast here: www.ruggedcoastresearchsociety.com/

For more information please contact :

Kw’atl’kwa (Ocean)

Updates

This shoreline clean-up hosted by Rugged Coast Research Society is one of the ways that the Lulumexun marine team can directly contribute to restoring the health of our beaches from the impacts of marine debris. We are also planning other clean up efforts, so please stayed tuned for more information!

COWICHAN BAY SHORELINE CLEAN UP

https://www.estuaryresilience.ca/cowichan-estuaryrestoration-project

 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/ stories/3fe2a2c09cd84baeb9c60cb6cd9feee8

 info@naturetrust.bc.ca

The Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project

The Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project will restore 70 hectares of salt marsh habitat and support estuary health by removing human-made barriers and reconnecting freshwater channels to the tidal areas. Without this project, 60% of the marsh habitat in the estuary will be lost by 2100, resulting in significant negative impacts for fish, wildlife, and local communities.

The project design is based on the results of an in-depth monitoring program to assess the resilience of the Cowichan/Koksilah estuary to sea level rise, as well as extensive modeling and assessments of the impacts of the historic dike and river training within the estuary.

Restoration Project Components:

 Removal of 1.3 km of remnant agricultural berms (barriers) at Koksilah Marsh

 The removal of the 1.6 km dike at Dinsdale Farm

 The creation of intertidal channels and salt marsh habitat that are essential for the survival of juvenile salmonids, crabs, shellfish, breeding and migratory birds

 The restoration of marine riparian and flood fringe forests

 The reconnection of areas that have historically been cut off from tidal influence

 Flood mitigation works

PROJECT WEBSITE : https://www.estuaryresilience.ca/cowichan-estuary-restoration-project

The Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project

Project Benefits

Once complete, the restoration project will re-establish of over 70 hectares of natural tidal marsh. The restored marshland will help conserve biodiversity by increasing habitat for juvenile salmonids, birds, and other wildlife species.

The project is intended to revitalize the south Cowichan Estuary and increase its resiliency to sea-level rise in our changing climate. Maximum flood levels will be reduced and the estuary's ability to dissipate storm surge will improve, benefiting local communities now and into the future. Specifically, modeling has shown that the removal of the dyke will not increase seasonal flooding of Cowichan lands.

Historic Impacts

As Quw’utsun Mustimuhw experienced first-hand, since the arrival of settlers in the 1800s, the Cowichan Estuary and River have been significantly altered by river training, diking of marshland for agriculture, and use by forestry companies for log storage and shipping. In the 1950s, the construction of the Westcan Terminal Causeway divided the estuary, changing tidal processes and cut off the southern half of the estuary from the Cowichan River.

Project Timeline

2023

 Preparations for the removal of the Dinsdale Farm dike will be completed, including raising Lochmanetz Road and the farm access road, construction of distributary channels, and preliminary work on the flood fringe forest.

 The remnant agricultural dike will be removed at Koksilah Marsh.

2024

 The Dinsdale Farm dike will be removed.

 The flood fringe forest restoration area along Cowichan Bay Road and sediment augmentation works at Koksilah Marsh will also be completed.

The Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project

Long-term Monitoring

The project partners will continue to monitor the estuary to assess the immediate and long-term results of the restoration.

Partners

The Nature Trust of British Columbia, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), Cowichan Tribes, BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, BC Ministry of Forests, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, and Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation.

The restoration work is being completed as part of The Nature Trust of British Columbia's Estuary Resilience Program, which monitors the resilience of British Columbia's estuaries to sea-level rise.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Whose land is this?

The restoration project is taking place on property held by The Nature Trust of British Columbia and Ducks Unlimited Canada.

What about flooding?

Extensive engineering and hydraulic reviews of flood conditions and modeling for different flood events were conducted for this project. The data showed that the project will improve flood water conveyance to the estuary from Koksilah River flood waters.

The project has been reviewed and approved by the Deputy Inspector of Dikes and presented to Cowichan Tribes Lands Committee and Chief and Council.

Will there be access to the estuary?

2023 – Some access may be restricted temporarily based on the construction schedule to ensure safety.

2024 – The Dinsdale Farm dike trail will be closed and will no longer be accessible. Access to the estuary interpretative trail and parking will still be available along Westcan Terminal Road. Potential for alternate trail connections in the conservation area are being explored.

Citizenship & Tobacco Tax

Citizenship Department & Tobacco Tax

Citizenship Committee

Elder Representatives

Diane Modeste

Vacant

Youth Representatives

Louie Johnnie

Thomas Charlie

Community Representatives

Philomena Williams

Diana Elliott

Lisa Daniels

Johnny Crocker

Chief and Council Representatives

Chief Lydia Hwitsum

Council, Stuart

Pagaduan

Council, Dora Wilson Technicians

Indian Registry Administrator, Jen Charlie

Secretary, Pauline Thorne

Citizenship committee meets October 5, 2023

Applicants please submit by September 28, 2023 this is the last meeting to be approved for the 2023 tobacco tax qualifications.

Tobacco Tax 2022

The deadline is Sept. 7, 2023 and distribution will be Sept 14, 2023.

Certificates for Pick Up

Please call to confirm and pick up if you have registered your baby recently. There are over 100 birth, marriage and name change certificates in our office.

Contact Information

Please call or email to update your contact info or mailing address.

Status Cards

There is a wait list for the CIS (laminated cards). We will continue to take names. Cards will be done by appointment only. SCIS (New secure cards) applications are being done in our office. Please call to make an appointment. There is no fee for this service.

Photos

Photos can be done in the Citizenship department for the SCIS (Secured Status Card) at no cost and the CIS (laminated Status Card) for only $10.

Payments can be made in the Finance Department prior to your appointment.

September Birthdays

Citizenship Department 5760 Allenby Rd

Duncan, BC V9L 5J1

P: 236-800-4023

E: membership@cowichantribes.com

Recently Have a Baby?

To register your baby for a Status Number parents/ guardian can come in with the long form birth certificate and parents/ guardians ID.

Reminder to register your baby ASAP as baby’s medical is only covered under the Cowichan parent for the first 18 months.

Once baby is registered the next step is to apply for citizenship. The parent/ guardian applies when there is one Cowichan parent and one non Cowichan parent.

Happy Birthday to our Cowichan citizens born in September

Citizenship Manager Jen Charlie

Citizenship Assistant—Pauline Thorne

Citizenship Intake worker Alana Joe

Social Development

September 26, 2023 cheque issue for October 2023

Cowichan Tribes Social Development office will be closed Friday, September 22, 2023 for monthly staff meeting. We will be back in office Monday, September 25, 2023. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.

Reminders:

 Monthly renewal declarations are due September 1 8, 2023; late stubs will be accepted on cheque day.

 BC Hydro disconnection notice and most recent BC Hydro bill required.

 Change reports required when someone moves in or out of home to avoid interruption in payments (rent, BC Hydro, Fortis).

 2022 Income Tax returns—”Notice of Assessment” and copy of 2023 CCB required for client file. You would have received in July 2023.

 Congratulations to the 2023 summer students employed by Cowichan Tribes! Good luck in your upcoming school year.

Pre-Employment Supports Program:

Some of you have been referred to PES by your Band Social Development Worker, please be available to connect with Sebastian Cassorla or Samantha Wilson. Intakes and assessments are required for all PES clients. Thank you for your cooperation.

Congratulations to the “Mel Shun Um” Program students that participated in the PES program from May 9/2023 – August 17/2023. It was good to see the participants complete the program. Good luck in continuing on your journey of achievements!

Summer Literacy & Cultural Camp:

Summer Literacy & Cultural Camp has come to an end as of August 15, 2023! Thank you to students who attended every day! Good luck in the upcoming school year! Thank you Summer Literacy and Cultural Camp staff for committing part of your summer to working with students.

Little Ravens Pow Wow at Cowichan Exhibition

August 4, 5, 6, 2023

Formerly known as Q’uwutsun Warmland Intertribal Pow Wow, we started hosting the pow wow in the valley 25 years ago. My children’s late father LJ started this pow wow and he stood by this every year to get it to where it is today. It was a great honour what my children did for their late father for a Men’s Traditional Special on Friday night. I am glad my son Edward Joe was involved as he wants this pow wow to continue, because he knows how much his dad loved the pow wow. Edward and Tasa, myself Dorothy Joe (Dee) and brother Joe Thorne are keeping this going as we all love the pow wow trail. We have such a big family and we all are happy to be doing this together as a family.

We would like to thank everyone for their ongoing guidance in making sure this event a success. We fundraised for this event to happen. I thank the Little Ravens Committee for doing this. We would like to make this a bigger and better event for 2024. Thank you to our many volunteers for security and car parkers. Thank you to the many dancers and drum groups who participated. Thank you to our elders and youth for your presence.

The committee would also like to thank the sponsors of Cowichan Tribes; Lalum’utul’ Smun’eem, and Youth and Recreation Committee. Your kind donations are recognized and we are forever grateful.

From the Little Ravens Committee (Joe/Thorne Families)

Indian Dance List 2023

Sat Sept 2/23

For the latest visit: Smokehouse Dance List 2023-26 on Facebook

Ida Page Memorial Siem Lelum

Sat Sept 9/23 Vern Baker Memorial (12pm Table) Chief Joe Mathias Centre

Sat Sept 9/23

Tom & Barb Charlie (12pm Table) Siem Lelum

Sat Sept 23/23 Norris/Prescott Work Kilgard

Sat Sept 30/23

Sat Oct 7/23

Sat Oct 14/23

Sat Oct 14/23

Norris Family Memorial Halalt Gym

Selena Jones Memorial (12 pm Table) Lummi, WA

Maureen Martin Memorial S’amuna

Peters & McHalsie Families Chawathil Te Lamletset Complex

Sun Oct 22/23 Nick Seward & Vivian (11am Table) Snuneymuxw

Fri Oct 27/23 Sampson, Williams & Wadsworth Families S’amuna

Fri Nov 3/23 BH Opening Chehalis (Sts’ailes)

Sat Nov 11/23

Tom & Pat Peters (Norris) Memorial Lhumlhumuluts

Sat Nov 11/23 Chris Elliott ***CANCELLED*** Stz’uminus

Sat Nov 18/23

Michelle L George Memorial (12pm Table) S’amuna

Fri Nov 24/23 Williams Family ***POSTPONED*** Tsartlip

Sat Nov 25/23 Sampson Memorial Stz’uminus

Sat Nov 25/23

Jean & Gary Millette Memorial Scianew-Beecher Bay

Sat Nov 25/23 Geraldine Paul (Seymour) Memorial Kilgard

Fri Dec 1/23

Fri Dec 1/23

Sat Dec 2/23

Sat Dec 2/23

Sat Dec 9/23

Sat Dec 9/23

Virginia (Teh) Jones Memorial Lekwammen

Antone Family Sts’ailes

Daniels Family Malahat

Winifred (Susie) McHalsie (Williams) Memorial Shxwhay Village

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

Marcel Charlie Memorial Tsawout

Sat Dec 9/23 Rita Leon Memorial ***POSTPONED*** Sts’ailes (Chehalis)

Fri Dec 15/23

Sat Dec 16/23

Sat Dec 16/23

Martha Seymour Memorial Tsartlip

Campbell/ Point Family Memorial ***POSTPONED*** Musqueam

George Bailey Jr Memorial Nooksack

Sat Dec 23/23 Velma Cooper (Suh) Memorial Nooksack Comm. Bldg

Sat Dec 30/23 Fergie Gibson Memorial S’amuna

Sat Dec 30/23 Lois Washington (nee Joe) & Travis George Sr Memorial Lummi, WA

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

UPDATES FROM OUR TEAM

KDCRoundtable: MakingStridesinInfrastructureConstruction: KDCRoundtablesharesexcitingnewsontransformative projectsinearthworksandinfrastructure construction, shapingtheVancouverIslandlandscape and contributing to community growth.

ContinuingExcellenceatCowichanRegionalHospitalReplacementProject:

TheKDCRoundtableisplayingavitalroleintheCowichanRegionalHospitalReplacement Project,achievingsignificant milestones. Weextendour gratitude to Jon Coleman, Howie George, and Dan Williams for theiraccomplishments.Lemo Smith and five Cowichan Tribes members are also contributing.Our collaborative effortshows our commitment tothe community'svoice.

NationalCentreforIndigenousLaw:

TheNationalCentreforIndigenousLawCivil Worksisdrawing toaclose,marking anothersignificant achievement fortheKDCRoundtable. Weextend our sinceregratitude to all the contractors involvedin thisproject for theirprofessionalism and dedication. This initiative aligns seamlessly with our ethos of fostering growth and engagement within the community while creating opportunities for the future.

NewBusiness:

Great news! We won the Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project Phase 1and will finishin August. We also got the excavation contract for North Island College'sStudent Housing Projectwhich willstartinSeptember.Weareexcitedtomakeadifference. TheKDCRoundtableremainscommittedtoimprovingour community. We've madestrides inthe CowichanRegional Hospital Replacement Project, promoted Indigenous involvement, and embarked on new endeavors thanks to our team's dedication and expertise.

FOREST SERVICES

This is the worst fire season in history and it is getting worse. There is no end in sight for the hot and dry weather and the forest is tinder dry.

Kelowna and the Shuswap areas have had catastrophic fires with many homes destroyed by wildfires. KFS continues to have the Warrior fire crews deployed throughout the province including Fort St John, Dawson Creek, Burns Lake, Quesnel, Boston Bar, and Mission plus several locations on Vancouver Island.

Our highly trained specialty Type II 8-pack crew is currently on an out of control fire in the Fraser Canyon near Boston Bar. The fire is so extreme that highway 1 from Hope to Lytton has been closed to traffic at times.

The highly trained and experienced KFS firefighters are being deployed to some of the most severe fires in the Province. Just think when it is so hot here in Duncan, what it must be like in the interior of BC fighting fires in that heat. The KFS firefighters are truly Warriors.

TREE SHELTERS

KHOWUTZUNFREEGRO.CA

Khowutzun Freegro Tree shelter is pleased to welcome Dante Seymour, who has recently joined our KFT team. He has been a wonderful addition to the team.

For those who have been keeping up with Khowutzun Freegro Treeshelter projects we are pleased to announce that we have successfully completed our largest order to date. The Down to Earth 100,000-unit order will be shipped to Quebec to protect their sugar maple trees.

Our next order will be for Mosaic who are purchasing 30,000-units of tree shelters.

If you or anyone you know is looking for employment, please drop by at Quw’utsun Cultural and Conference Centre. Or call the office at 250-746-8350.

Khowutzun Development Corporation

NEW VOICES

We are looking to initiate a labourer’s training program in early fall and will be offering another ironworkers training program as well. If you are interested in participating in training, please reach out to Braeden George: Braeden.George@khowutzun.com. You can also go on our website as well. New Voices will be coming out to the community to provide information and potential career opportunities through our partnerships.

KDC is offering sponsorship for two Cowichan Tribes youths aged 18-35 to attend the Indigenous Youth Forum and Job Fair. The event will take place from October 16th to 19th at the River Rock Casino in Richmond, British Columbia, and is tailored for enthusiastic young people. The forum aims to equip young individuals with essential entrepreneurship, negotiation, and leadership skills that will enable them to prosper and succeed. The program involves three days of immersive learning, followed by a day dedicated to pitching in a format similar to our TV show. If you are interested in attending, please contact Braeden at Braeden.george@khowutzun.com.

Darren Cooper: A Rising Star in Construction Progressing his Career with MR Crane

Darren Cooper is a dedicated and skilled member of the construction industry, who has achieved remarkable growth in his career despite facing challenges. He is an inspiration to those who strive for career growth through perseverance and a desire to learn.

Darren’s career took a significant leap when he joined WestUrban for a purpose-built rental project in Victoria. Over the span of four years with WestUrban, Darren amassed a wealth of experience and garnered an impressive list of credentials, including certifications as a SelfErect Crane Operator, Safety Supervisor, OFA First Aid Level 2, and fall arrest. These qualifications not only showcased his commitment to safety and proficiency but also positioned him as an asset within the company.

FEATURE

Retail expansion Opportunities:

CostaCanna has established a dominant brand presence within our geographic operating areas over the past4 years.The retailsector has also proved tobe quiteprofitablefor the partnership and as such, we are exploring expansion opportunities both on Vancouver Island and the mainland.The competitive landscape has grown. Our focus isstrategic tonewemergingmunicipalitiesthathistoricallyhave not allowed retail cannabis.

Job opportunities:We are hiring! Positions areavailable in ourDuncan VillageandCowichanCommonslocations.Pleasesubmitresume to info@costacanna.ca

UnitedGreenerieshasongoingshipmentstoGermany&Australia: With subsequent shipments to Germany and our firstmajor shipment to Australiaon Friday August 18th, we are moving forward with our transitional plan tocapitalize on our GACP certification and the internationalmedical markets. Our two and three year contractsprovide a solid foundation to expand our presence inthese markets long term with afocus toincrease our certification from GACP to EUGMP through a new Joint Venture partnership we are currently exploring.

MedicalGeneticadvancements:Overthepastsixmonthsthegrowteam at United Greeneries have been pheno hunting several new exciting genetics thatwill make abig splashin our international markets.We have since advanced six new strains that have unique properties thathave an exclusive position in the market. We anticipatehaving these cultivars scaled and ready for distribution in the next three months.These products willalso allow us to advance new products into our Direct Delivery program to gain more market sharethroughout BC.

Darrenispursuingacareerchangebybecominganoperatorfor MRCrane.He'sworkingtowardsobtaininghis Class1 license andisdedicatedtoperfecting hiscraft.Darren isdetermined to obtainhis mobilecranecertificateandbecomeasupervisorat MRCrane.Hisambitionisinspiring.

Darren'sstoryemphasizestheimportanceofamix of skills, education,anddeterminationinachievingsuccess,notjustin construction, but in any field.

MRCrane,the companyDarrencurrentlycalls home, is awell -establishedVictoria basedcompany renownedforitsdiverse fleetofcranesandskilledteamstailored tovarious jobtypes. MRCranecontinuestodemonstratetheirvaluesonsiteand withtheir partnership to KDC.

EVERY CHILD MATTERS MARCH

Please join us for our 3rd Annual Every Child Matters March!

Date: October 2, 2023

Time: Arrival time 9:00 am, Walk at 9:30 am

Start/End Location: Cowichan Tribes, Si’em Lelum Soccer Fields on River Road (5574 River Rd)

Rosale, Volunteer Organizer:

Phone: (250) 701-3134

Audrey, Organizer:

Phone: (250) 732-1708

Email: ageorge@makola.bc.ca

Please wear your orange shirt, bring your drums and sing with us as we walk in memory of the children that did not make it home.

There will be:

 Guest Speakers

 Tzinquaw Performance

 Youth Show Case

 Food Trucks & Vendors

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