Dootilh - February 2018

Dootilh February 2018

Crystal Smith speaks up for LNG, as HNC takes to Ottawa to speak for Aboriginal interests. /Page 2

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”BUILDING A POWERFUL, PROSPEROUS AND PROUD COMMUNITY, HEALTHY IN MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT.”

Town hall encourages action on LNG support A local issues town hall held at the Kitimat

the event with remarks

Riverlodge was a great opportunity to hear

supporting LNG.

from industrial leaders, plus a keynote from

The core message of the

Skeena MLA Ellis Ross (at right) talking about

town hall, hosted January

the crucial moment the region and the country 27, was to write to governis in to take advantage of LNG projects.

ment representatives and

Chief Councillor Crystal Smith also opened 2

newspapers to vocalize support of LNG.

Responding to the Sierra Club of BC’s take on LNG’s future in the province Just recently the Sierra Club of BC wrote in

concerns, and in the process, will operate with

the Times Colonist newspaper in Victoria that

the lowest GHG emissions of any large-scale

the government should not be pursuing an

LNG project in the world today.

LNG industry and that other industries, for

The Haisla Nation sees a different future

example tourism, can provide benefits for the

with LNG than the Sierra Club; we see

province.

significant employment for our members,

The op-ed, however, fails to address any of

access to educational opportunities, and a way

the issues faced by First Nations in northern

forward for a truly independent nation.

British Columbia. Of the $4.5 billion in wages

Environmental groups should remember to

cited as what the tourism sector generated in

take into account Aboriginal rights and title,

BC in 2015, referred to by the Sierra Club, very

the relationship we have to the land and water

little is received by members of the Haisla

resources, and our interest in building a future

Nation.

for our people.

Before the Sierra Club writes any more about

We know exactly what we need - the ability to

LNG in BC, I invite them to spend time with the govern ourselves, take care of our families, many First Nations who support LNG

and ensure our young people have the kind of

development. The Haisla have worked closely

opportunities that allow them to remain in our

with LNG Canada, a proposed LNG export

community and become self supporting. What

project that would be located in our traditional we need is well paying jobs and economic territory. We have spent a significant amount

development opportunities, so we can

of time participating in an Environmental

dramatically reduce unemployment.

Assessment review process to ensure our

LNG development has offered that path for

concerns about the land we live on and the

the Haisla Nation.

waters that surround our Village would be protected. We are satisfied that LNG Canada

Crystal Smith Chief Councillor Haisla Nation Council

has designed its project to address our 3

Haisla Sr. Ladies undefeated champions /Submitted In a gathering that brings together culture and sport under the banner of basketball the 2018 All Native Basketball Tournament opened with a burst of competition this year. With four divisions including Intermediates, Sr. Men, Masters and Sr. Women, the Haisla Sr. Ladies blazed their path through the women's division of 14 teams to become the undefeated 2018 All Native Basketball Tournament Champions.

Playing a total of four games to reach the top spot the team was first matched up against Vancouver, winning 46-28. They advanced to play Bella Bella for their second game, winning 62-45 and moved on to play Prince Rupert Rain, winning 65-41. Remaining in the winner's bracket gave the team a one-day rest on Friday as they waited to see who their opponent would be in the finals on Saturday.

After being knocked into the loser's bracket by Haisla, Prince Rupert Rain battled their way

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through the lower bracket to meet up with Haisla again in the finals. In their final game Haisla maintained their steam and led through each quarter winning 69-58.

The top scorers for the Haisla team in each game were: Kailee Gardiner 9 points; Jennifer Nyce 18 points; Kailee Gardiner 18 points and Jennifer Nyce 14 points.

Ridsdale cited that "execution" was the word of the week in both defensive and offensive strategies. During the course of the tournament it was of noticeable merit that Coach Mike Ridsdale utilized his entire bench that was a mix of veterans and younger players. This strategy paid off in the end.

At the awards presentation Kailee Gardiner and Adelia Paul received All Stars, Mary-Anne Amos received Ms. Hustle and Jennifer Nyce received the Most Valuable Player award.

Ridsdale added that this Championship title was a great team effort but more importantly it was won representing the Haisla Nation.

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Haisla Nation Council reserves the right to accept or decline to publish submissions.

February 25, 5 pm Haisla Rec Centre Celebrate our Haisla Nation 2018 All Native Tournament Championship team!

Catered

WEAR YOUR HAISL A BLUE!

Women’s Championship Division, Haisla Ladies

Support our Junior teams!

The Spirit of the Kitlope dance group will provide a ‘Blanket Dance’ for the junior teams, and the Haisla Jr. Boys and Haisla Jr. Girls will be fundraising at this event.

Hosted by

HAISLA NATION COUNCIL 5

DINNER AND DOOR PRIZES

JUNIOR CANADIAN RANGERS Learn about the Junior Canadian Rangers program and how to get involved in the Kitimat / Kitamaat area MARCH 2, 5 PM HAISLA RECREATION CENTRE KITAMAAT VILLAGE FOR YOUTH AGES 12-18 AND THEIR PARENTS 6

Haislakala Learner’s Group Tuesday, February 27 HNC Large Boardroom 6:30 pm

Learn to speak the Haisla language in a fun, educational setting. We’ll be recording our words as we go.

LIGHT REFRESHMENTS TRANSPORTATION FOR ELDERS Call Teresa Windsor, 250-639-7044

HAISLA NATION COUNCIL 7

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Anti-Violence Support Worker Training Program EXTENSION APPLY BY

FEBRUARY 28

Must be a First Nations woman and/or identify as a woman Must be 19+ Grade 12 preferred or equivalent life experience Sponsorship available for all Aboriginal applicants

This one month program prepares you for part-time and full-time employment.

Successful completion will guarantee a work placement at Tamitik Status of Women’s Dunmore Place emergency women’s shelter in Kitimat.

Training includes Microsoft Office, Occupational First Aid, WHMIS, and FoodSafe.

HOW TO APPLY Request and submit an application form with resume to Tanya Rexin at trexin@haisla.ca

Application forms also available at the Haisla Nation band office, the Haisla Education and Employment Office, and Kitimat Valley Institute

Applicants required to complete criminal record check and in-person interview Funding provided by:

HAISLA NATION COUNCIL In partnership with

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SNOW CLEARING RULES leave vehicles, trailers, or boats on the road, and DO NOT park or store anything by the boat launch as this makes it difficult to clean the bay area properly. All personal vehicles, boats, trailers, etc has to be moved onto your own property. vehicles, trailers, or boats left on the road slow down snow clearing and present danger to residents and snow removal crew. From the edge of the pavement, there must be a 6 - 10 foot clearance on both sides of the street, to ensure proper snow removal.

If any damages occur it is the responsibility of vehicle, trailer or boat owner. do not blow the snow back onto the street. Any damage to vehicles, as a result of this is the responsibility of the home owner. to play safe and stay away from equipment and snow banks on the sides of the road. in general and especially at critical times is the roads. Please be patient. We have a schedule for snow clearing.

The snowplow has to make about 2-4 passes in front of a driveway to clear the roads. You will notice snow build up on driveways; this will be removed when time allows.

Charge out rates for plowing of driveways: Single driveway = $10.00 Double driveway = $20.00

Contact during regular work hours: Andy Bolton, Public Works Supervisor 250-639-9361 ext. 210 Elaine Stewart, Community Development Coordinator 250-639-9361 ext. 214 Sherry Smith, Community Development Manager 250-639-9361 ext. 215 For

regular work hours:

Andy Bolton - 250-639-3741

HAISLA NATION COUNCIL 10

Sign up for eye exams in the village Dr. Ahmed, Optometrist, would like to come with your: to the community in June 2018. He will only

Status card

come if he has enough clients to see.

- Care card

If you would like to put your name down for

- Date of birth

prior approval please call (250)639-9631 x 310

A thanks

- Contact number

On request we are sharing a

books and reading materials for

message of thanks to Ashlyn De-

c’imo’ca and Haisla Community

melo for a generous donation of

School. Thank you for the donation!

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As part of the ThriveNorth initiative, the ThriveNorth Business Planning Workshops provide an opportunity for young entrepreneurs to help, support, and learn from each other, while developing skills to start and grow their own business.

ThriveNorth mentors will provide guidance on effectively building and communicating a business plan, improving a launch, and

ThriveNorth Business Planning Workshop March 1 Kitimat Chamber of Commerce

leveraging networks of people to further a

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrivenorthbusiness. The sessions are hosted in an open business-planning-workshop-kitimat march-1-tickets-41871499783 and encouraging environment designed to set participants up for a successful career.

Would Haisla members like a business workshop of their own?

Haisla members interested in a business planning workshop either in Kitamaat Village or in Kitimat can also contact ThriveNorth to show their interest. You can reach Katy Carr at 250-639-4633 or e-mail kcarr@futurpreneur.ca.

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Measuring up The Active Measures life skills program marked the graduation of their first round of participants.

We’re proud to acknowledge our graduates: Richard Maitland Michael W. Wilson Kevin Paul Charles (Alex) Robinson Dixon Grant

Jordan’s Principle can help Jordan’s Principle is a support line to connect First Nations children and youth with services to fill unmet needs.

Make the call to

and you’ll be re-

ferred or connected with any needed services.

You can learn more online as well at jordansprinciple.ca.

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SAVE THE DATE - MARCH 28 Balancing our Minds Youth Summit Connecting for Wellness Reach for a Sunbeam (Kitimat CDC), Mental Health and Addiction Services (Northern Health), Mount Elizabeth Middle and Secondary School (CMSD #82)

Haisla Nation, Ministry for Children and Family Development, RCMP, BC Responsible & Problem Gambling Program, and District of Kitimat

RIVERLODGE RECREATION CENTRE A Balancing Our Minds Youth Summit is a one-day event for youth, focused on mental health and substance use, achieving the following goals: 1. Increase knowledge and build awareness about mental health and substance use and available resources and

services 2. Decrease stigma towards individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges 3. Generate ideas on how to promote mental health and wellness in your school community

Contact Luiza - 250-632-3144 ext. 211, Sandy 250-632-3181 ext. 2, or Geraldine 250-632-6174

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: If a Haisla band member passes on, a family member can contact me to request a Bereavement Assistance Cheque.

Once again, Aboriginal Affairs cannot make changes to the registry list without proper documents, so please hand in a copy of the Death Certificate to me for submitting.

Status Card Info I take appointments for Wednesdays to Fridays. Please have two pieces of valid ID (one being a valid picture ID) before making appointments. I cannot issue a status card without ID. I can use your old or current status card as picture ID as long it has not been expired for more than six months. For children 12 and under I need the child’s birth certificate as well as 2 valid pieces of ID for the parent.

For children 12 and over that are renewing their status card I do require 2 valid pieces of ID as they can now sign for themselves.

If you have married and your spouse wishes to transfer from their band to the Haisla Nation you will first need to report your marriage to Aboriginal Affairs. You will need to bring in your marriage certificate to me to do the paperwork required.

Once your marriage has been reported you can then request transfer papers from me.

Registering your child is not mandatory, but is the sole responsibility of the parents to do so. First you must apply for the long form birth certificate.

Then you can request registration papers from me. If both parents are listed in the birth certificate then both parents need to sign the registration forms. The original birth certificate does get sent away but will be sent back once Aboriginal Affairs makes their copy. The registrations can take six or more months, so it is up to you to have your child registered as soon as possible. Your child is only covered by your medical for up to one year. I cannot send registration forms to INAC without a birth certificate.

If you wish to report your marriage and/or change your family name you must bring in your marriage certificate. Aboriginal Affairs cannot change anything on the registry list without proper documents. If your marriage has ended and you wish to revert back to your maiden name, your Certificate of Divorce will need to be submitted along with a form stating that you wish to revert back to your maiden name.

If you are calling for your status number (for example) I can only give this information to you as you will need to verify your identity with some questions. I can only give status information to parents if the child is under 18 years of age.

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Active Measures Program

Applications Language and Culture Health and Well-being Learning and working styles

The Active Measures Program is a

16-week

program designed for self-exploration, identifying strengths, and assisting you in your journey towards health, wellness, and full time employment

Success in finding a job or establishing a career requires us to be balanced in all of these areas.

If you’re

committedto a hands-on learning program,

consider participating in Active Measures.

March 5 to June 29 Participants must be committed and willing to engage in the following program courses: Gentle fitness program | Iron Chef Cooking Competition | Short term certificate training in OFA Level 1, Food Safe, WHMIS, Serving it Right, Microsoft Word and Excel | Career Assessments | Computer basics | Two-weeks of Job training | Forklift and underground safety

Application forms can be picked-up from the HNC front desk, Kitimat Valley Institute or the Haisla Health Centre and dropped off at HNC’s reception. For more information contact Elizabeth Robinson 250-639-5984

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