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Okanagan Indian Band to Access 911 for Fire Emergencies Vernon Fire Rescue Ser- The Vernon Fire Res- vices and cue Services Fire Dis- Indian Band Sign Fire patch Centre utilizes Dispatch Agreement Sep- contemporary Comput- tember 3, 2013 er Assisted Dispatching A signing ceremony will (CAD) software, radio take place on Septem- communications and ber 3, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. voice recording software at the Okanagan Indian to provide clients with Band Council Chambers state-of-the-art fire dis- (adjacent to the Band patch services. When office) 12420 Westside the 911 calls are trans- Road, to formalize the ferred, professional fire Agreement between the dispatchers will process City of Vernon and the and initiate the response , and provide on-going for Fire Emergency Dis- dispatch support for the patch services. duration of the emer- gency. With the signing of the Agreement, all emergency fire incidents requiring attendance by At the signing ceremony, Deputy Fire Chief Jack Blair will repre- the Okanagan Indian Band Fire Department will be dispatched sent Vernon Fire Rescue and Councillor Mary-Jo O’Keefe will rep- from the Vernon Fire Rescue Fire Dispatch Centre in Station 1 resent Mayor and Council and the City of Vernon. Chief Louis will Downtown. Upon completion of technical upgrades, citizens and represent the Okanagan Indian Band. visitors to Okanagan Indian Band lands will be able to report fire Councillor Mary-Jo O’Keefe said, “On behalf of Mayor and Council, emergencies through 911. we are pleased to enter into this agreement with the Okanagan Chief Byron Louis states that “we at the Okanagan Indian Band Indian Band. This agreement is another example of our continued are very pleased with this new agreement with the City of Vernon commitment to implement inter-agen- and the Vernon Fire Rescue Services and the enhanced safety and cy objectives. Our fire dispatch centre protection that will come from it for our Band Members and com- was designed to provide modern ser- munity residents.” vice within the City and to clients in the area. This agreement reflects the City’s Chief Keith Green of Vernon Fire Rescue Services said, “We’re interest to support common regional very pleased to enter into this Agreement with the Okanagan communications during emergencies.” Indian Band. We will be providing operational support through dispatching, and we’re confident there will be improved safety for The transition to the new service is responders and those in need during fire emergencies”. expected to take place in the fall, following implementation and testing of equipment and radio systems. Notice of Quarterly Report Meeting To: Okanagan Indian Band Membership Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2013 Time: 6:00pm Location: Head of the Lake Hall The Chief and Council invite the OKIB membership to a meeting for a presentation on the audited financial statements. AGENDA: 2012-2013 Audited Financial Statements Statements will be available a week prior to the meeting. Contact the Administrative Office Receptionist -250-542-4328 Light Refreshments to be served. Sherry Louis, Executive Assistant to the Chief and Council Okanagan Indian Band, 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC. V1H2A4 “Ensuring the Future through Cultural, Social and Economic Development.” Senk’lip News Chief: Byron Louis Editor: Sharmaine Gregoire Councillors: Ph: (250) 542-4328 ext. 215 Homer Alexis, Lyle Fx: (250) 542-4990 Brewer, Barbra (June) Cole, Tim [email protected] Isaac, Allan Louis, Coola Louis, Diane Mail: 12420 Westside Rd., Vernon, Louis, Raymond Marchand, Russell BC, V1H 2A4 Williams and Leland Wilson FALL 2013 OUR COMMUNITY

OKIB MEMBER APPOINTED JUDGE BC TOTEMS BRING HOME SILVER LEONARD S. MARCHAND JR. Torino 2013 World Masters Games – Turin, Italy Okanagan Indian Band member, Len Marchand Jr., was recently appointed as Kamloops newest Provincial Court Judge. Len obtained a Bachelor of Ap- plied Science in Chemical Engi- neering from UBC in 1986 and a Bachelor of Laws in 1994 from UVic. He was called to the Bar of in 1995 and to the Bars in the Yukon and Northwest Territories in 2006. (L-R) Sharmaine Gregoire, Patricia Wilson, Sherry Louis Len also practiced in Nunuvit and Coralie Gregoire-Egan) and across Western Canada. We (OKIB Members: Coralie Gregoire-Egan, Sharmaine Gregoire, Len has spent his entire law ca- Sherry Louis and Pa¬tricia Wilson) had the opportunity to par- reer with Fulton & Company LLP ticipate in the Torino 2013 World Master in Kamloops, becoming a part- Games, Turin Italy in the softball division ner in the firm in 1999. with a Vancouver based team BC Totems Initially Len had a general litiga- and proud to claim the Silver medal for the tion practice but for the last 8 years has focused strictly on Resi- team efforts. dential School cases. Len was a key negotiator of the historic It was an amazing and memorable experi- Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, the largest ence that was made possible from all the class action settlement in Canadian history. He served on the support and encouragement we received oversight Committee for the Independent Assessment Process from our Community, Family and Friends and also on the Selection Committee which made recommenda- of whom we have utmost gratitude and tions on the appointment of the Commissioners for the Truth and thanks – kukooxst (spelling I do not know Reconciliation Commission. but thank you) Len will be sworn in as a Provincial Court Judge on Sept 3, 2013 Lim Limpt, Coralie, Sherry, Patricia & Sharmaine Josephine Saddleman 36 Years of Dedication Congratulations and best wishes to Josephine (Josie) Saddleman on her retirement on Friday, September 6, 2013. Josie was the receptionist for the Okanagan Indian Band for 36 years in which she showed generosity, devotion, helpful, humor and friendship (the list could go on) to the administration and community. She will be dearly missed by all; Josie had a special way of making everyone feel welcome when coming to the office be it seeking services or joining the OKIB administrative team and for this we are truly grateful. Regargless of the task Josie was always willing to give a helping hand. It will take some adjustment not seeing you when entering the office or hearing you on the other end of the phone when call- ing. Have a wonderful retirement Josie, you deserve it!

Allan Donovan has recently climbed Kilimanjaro Mtn., Africa to raise funds for his foundation to help the children of Nicaragua. Allan raised the Okanagan Indian Band flag at the top of the mountain after a long plight to the top of the mountain, altitude You Will Be Missed of 19,354 feet. We are honored to see our flag raised and acknowledge the feat by All! to raise awareness for this worthwhile foundation. Lim Limpt Okanagan Indian Band Page 2 | www.okib.ca SNC’C’AMALA?TN NEWS FALL 2013

From the Director/Principal We had a nice visit from two young ladies, We visited Davison Orchard and learned Lorraine Ladan Giselle Torres and Rylie Marchand. They about different kinds of apples, how to pick Welcome Back took the time out of the free day (Pro-D apples “eye to the sky” and how they make Day) from their school to come and play apple juice. It is great to have all of the staff and chil- with the children here at Snc'c'amala?tn. dren back at Snc’c’amala?tn and staff and Mona Tronson took us for a cultural fieldtrip Both of these young ladies went to this day- to Six Mile to see the Kikinee. Thank you students at nkmaplqs i snmamayatn i kl care over 7 years ago. It was really nice sqilxwtet Cultural Immersion School. Wel- to Keith Louis for showing the children the to see them read stories and play with the Kikinee spawning. come to all of the new and returning fami- children! Thank you for the visit, Rylie and lies. If you have questions about any of the Giselle. In October the children will be learning programs you may contact me or any of the about colours and shapes, fall time, fire staff at 250-545-3800. We went on our first fieldtrip to pick plums. safety and Thanksgiving. Thank you to Virginia Gregoire for allowing Staff Changes us to pick the plums on her property…they Please dress your child appropriately for the Nicole Chillihitzia has left us to further pur- were delicious. weather; it’s getting cooler. Put your shorts and flip flops away! sue her education. We miss her and wish We are starting our sewing nights from her well with her studies. 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the Head Start room. Reminder, parents are invited to our Four Autumn Marchand has moved over from The dates are: Sept. 25, Oct. 23 and Nov. Foods Feast, October 11, 2013 at 11:00 Head Start to the Infant/Toddler program 20. These are Wednesday evenings. Hope am. It is a pot luck, so bring your favorite and is doing an amazing job working with to see you there! dish to share! the babies and toddlers. Way to go, Au- We still have a few spaces open in Head Thank you - Karla and Donna tumn. Start and Daycare. If you have questions Kindergarten We welcome Jordyn Alexis and Theresa please call Denise at 250-545-3800. Wi from the P’qel qin room, Clark to the Head Start program. We are Lim Limpt pleased to have them as staff. It’s the start of another year in the kinder- Denise, Jordy, Theresa, Mona and Our Tupa garten room and we are very excited to Brittany Linford, Secretary/Receptionist, (Virginia) welcome the new boys and girls to has moved to Fort St. John over the sum- kindergarten. This year we have mer. Enstarie Phelan is now in this posi- 16 boys and girls in total, and tion and has been very helpful and a quick would like to give a special wel- learner. come to Tanner, Calder, Kendra, Closures Rowyn, Zaley, Zayden, Anthony, Taylor Lalonde, Kimmimela, Mat- • Thursday, October 14 – all school and tias, Eva, Robert, Taylor Louis, Ja- daycare programs closed for Thanks- son , Yesenia and Koenn. giving A special welcome back as well • Friday, October 25 – all school and to our hardworking and dedicated daycare programs closed for staff PD staff. Trish is our Certified Edu- day cation Assistant. The Okanagan • Friday, November 8 – all school and Language program is taught by daycare programs closed for staff PD Virginia Gregoire. Mona Tronson day delivers our Okanagan Cultural Infant/Toddler Preschool program and this year Nancy Eustache will spend some time in our room. Exploration and scientific testing is as im- Way! From the Speplina Room. We have been busy getting used to our portant to a baby as it is for a scientist. In September Donna and I welcomed: classroom routines, learning about print- How? All senses are on alert as the baby/ Devon Cohen, Cordell Gregoire-Bear, Ka- ing our numbers 0-9, graphing, sorting and scientist checks out their environment. A nan Klassen, Maxson McMillian, Asia Moss, making patterns in math as well as learning scientist may not taste an item for identifi- Hayden Phelan-Houle, Lucas Rempel, Ary- about the letters P, U, O and M in Language cation, but a baby will. That is why we wash anna Wilson, Kayden Marchand and Kea- Arts. our toys everyday in the baby room. Even gan-Luc Fortune. if something tastes terrible a child is bound We went on two field trips in September. The to put it in their mouth. We take great care first was to Davison Orchard to learn about to ensure our environment is safe and we apples and the apple harvest and then we offer many opportunities for the children to went to see the Kikinee at Esquesis Creek use all their senses during the day. (Six Mile Creek) with Keith Louis. Happy Birthday wishes to Leanna who will Mrs. Alexis and Trish Johnson be one year old and Happy Birthday wishes Kindergarten Teacher and Assistant to Mary!!!! Ramona Wilson, Mary Marchand, Nancy Eu- stache & Autumn Marchand Mother Goose Program Head Start and 3 to 5 Year Old Day- Children (0-4 years) and their Caregivers care Come and share songs, stories, snack I would like to welcome Jordyn and Theresa and lots of fun! to my team in the Head Start classroom! Nicole has decided to further her education Thursday afternoons from and go back to school. We will miss her. Au- October 24 to December 12, 2013 tumn has moved over to the baby’s room; Where: Snc’c amala?tn enjoy your new adventures ladies! When: 4:00 – 5:00 pm We would like to welcome 12 children Please RSVP by calling Snc’c’amala?tn in Head Start this year so far. It will be a Daycare 250-545-3800 fun year of learning and playing with our friends. Page 3 | www.okib.ca FALL 2013 EDUCATION

Huckleberry Mountain By Sienna Belanger-Lee Snc’c’amala?tn and Immersion School Calendar September 16, 2013 2013-2014 School Year (REVISED September 4, 2013) • Thanksgiving Day, no school, daycare or Head Start - Monday, October 14, 2013 • PD Day for staff, no school, daycare or Head Start - Friday, October 25, 2013 • PD Day for staff, no school, daycare or Head Start - Friday, November 8, 2013 • Remembrance Day, no school, daycare or Head Start - Monday, November 11, 2013 • Last Day of school before Christmas Break - Friday, December 20, 2013 It was noisy and loud on the bus on the way to Huckleberry Moun- • Last day of daycare and Head Start before Christmas tain. Huckleberry mountain is located at what is now Sliver star, we were just up in the Sovereign Lake ski resort. Everyone was excit- Break - Tues., December 24, 2013 Noon Closure ed about the nkmaplqs isnmamayatn klsqilxwtet School’s first field • Daycare and Head Start reopen after Christmas Break trip of the year. We were told not to wander off and to stay close to - Thursday, January 2, 2014 a teacher. When we got there we ate snack and then started going • School reopens after Christmas vacation - Monday, in the forest to pick. Everyone had fun chatting with each other. January 6, 2014 At lunch I ate my wrap and hung out with my best friend Jewel and • PD Day for staff, no school, daycare or Head Start - two other friends of mine named Ayub and Sapien. They are all my Friday, January 17, 2014 cousins. After lunch we got to choose if we wanted to go for a walk with Keith or pick more purple huckleberries. I chose a walk and so • BC Family Day, no school, daycare or Head Start - did Sapien and Morgan. We walked around for a bit and then went Monday, February 10, 2014 to the flattest area. I told Morgan to catch me a butterfly it was • PD Day for staff, no school, daycare or Head Start - funny watching him running around chasing butterflies. Then we Friday, February 21, 2014 started skipping around like flower girls… and guys. After that we sat down and talked and laughed. When we went back it was time • School closed for Spring Break - Monday, March 24, to leave the mountain and go back home. It is important for us to 2014 to Friday, March 28, 2014 go out on the land to know what to eat and what not to and to stay • Good Friday, no school, daycare or Head Start - Friday, in tradition with the land. April 18, 2014 • Easter Monday, no school, daycare or Head Start - Monday, April 21, 2014 • PD Day for staff, no school, daycare or Head Start - Friday, May 16, 2014 • Victoria Day, no school, daycare or Head Start - Mon- day, May 19, 2014 • Aboriginal Day, no school, daycare or Head Start - Monday, June 23, 2014 • Last day of school, students leave at noon - Thursday, June 26, 2014 • Last day of Head Start - Thursday, June 26, 2014 • Canada Day, daycare closed - Tuesday, July 1, 2014 • BC Day, daycare closed - Friday, August 1, 2014 • Early Dismissal Days - NOON • School Parent Teacher Interviews - Wednesday, De- cember 4, 2013 • School Parent Teacher Interviews - Thursday, Decem- ber 5, 2013 • Student Led Conferences - Tuesday, April 29, 2014 • Student Led Conferences - Wednesday, April 30, 2014 Report cards Term 1 – Tuesday, December 3, 2013 Term 2 – Monday, March 10, 2014 Term 3 – Thursday, June 26, 2014

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Employment & Training It is important to note that all of the above In the last year the short term training dol- Department EAS Coordinators and program are funded lars have assisted many individuals in ob- by OTDC, and we work in a co-ordinate ef- taining the necessary tickets and training The Employment Assistance Services (EAS) fort to encourage self-sufficiency and ad- required for employment. These individuals Coordinator is funded on a year to year dress locally defined needs and priorities of have found in Fort St. John, Fort McMurray, funding application to the Okanagan Train- our communities through employment pro- and Grande Prairie working in various em- ing Development Council (OTDC). There grams and services. ployment industries. are EAS Coordinators’’ s located in the Okanagan Nation: If you require assistance in career decision Highlight Feature making, skill enhancements, job search, • Glenda Louis, Okanagan Indian Band resume development or short training, • Coreen Bernier, Okanagan Band Member Garry Marchand please call me at 250.542.4328 ext. 214 or • Cheryl Dekock, Indian Band accessed OTDC funding for the Alberta by email [email protected] to set • Jarrah Feist, Indian Band Gateway to the Gas & Oil field to further up an appointment. • Veronica Terbasket, Lower Similkameen develop his marketable skills. Garry suc- Indian Band cessfully completed the program and was • Charlene Allison, Upper Similkameen hired on with HSE Integrated LTD. HSE In- Indian Band tegrated LTD, is Canada’s largest national Other Agencies providing Employment As- industrial safety services company with sistance Services also funded on a year to operations across the country and into the year funding application to the Okanagan United States. HSE provides a comprehen- Training Development Council (OTDC) sive and integrated suite of health, safety and environment monitoring services to • Donna Durand & Deborah Baker, First protect workers, assets and the commu- Nations Employment Services nity. Garry started as doing security with • Sherida Crane, Ki Low Na Friendship HSE LTD at entry level and is now a “High Centre Angle Rescue, H2S Supervisor & Air Tech- • Rhonda Terbasket, Ooknakane Friend- nician” within 1 years’ time. Garry’s main ship Centre objective as a H2S Safety Supervisor is to • Rhonda Terbasket (Interim), West Koo- ensure that workers in hazardous or dan- tenay gerous areas are provided with the nec- The roles of the EAS can include assisting essary service and equipment required to clients in career planning, resume devel- maintain a safe work environment. Garry’s opment or enhancements’, skill enhance- hard work, perseverance and determina- ments, job search strategies, employment tion have allowed him to become self-suffi- action plans, employment maintenance, cient and the owner of a F350 Super Duty OTDC funding applications, course seat 4X4 truck. purchases, employment start supports, When asked about working in the oil& gas youth development and or referrals to oth- fields, Garry has said that HSE Integrated er services to assist in the development is a great start for anyone who is not sure and pathway of employment readiness and as what the oil patch is, and they have hir- opportunities. ing spurts every spring and fall for plant Who is eligible? turnarounds and lastly “thank you for help- Individuals who are 15 years of age or ing me reach my goals!!” older, Status, Non-Status, Inuit, On/Off Based on limited funding, I encourage all Reserve regardless of your place of origin eligible individuals to start the planning now within Canada who reside in the OTDC Ser- in order to have the application complete vice Area. before the next fiscal year 2014-2015. Okanagan Band Member - Garry Marchand

Post Secondary Applications The 6Mile Education Centre http://sixmile.sd22.bc.ca/ Planning to apply for Post-Secondary? School District #22 Applications can be picked up from the Band Office Alternate Programs 2013/14 or printed from the Band’s website www.okib.ca and • Are you a student that wants to complete their Grade 12? are to be submitted Kevin Ned, Education Director • Do you need prerequisites for a Post-Secondary Program? ([email protected]). Application Deadlines: REGISTER TODAY - SIX MILE EDUCATION CENTRE The Six-Mile Education Centre is an innovative, student centered For September enrolment - deadline April 30 educational centre which enables youth and adults to complete their For January Enrolment - deadline September 30 schooling in an alternative setting to regular secondary school. Locat- ed at Six- Mile Creek on Bonneau Road off Westside Road in Vernon, For May Enrolment - deadline January 30 the Centre provides to the needs of the local community, offering Eligibility for Post-Secondary Funds can be re- individualized programs covering the spectrum of the BC Secondary viewed in the Post-Secondary Policies on the OKIB School core curriculum. Web-Site and Funding is based on Funds Avail- able For more information on programs that are offered through the Six If you have any question about the application form Mile Education Centre please contact Anna Marchand, Student Liai- or programs that are funded please contact Kevin son or Larry Hemmingson, on site teacher @ 250-542-9379. Or by Ned by phone 250-542-4328 Ext 211 or email. email [email protected]

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Land Use Planning (LUP) — Launched at Last! Last year the Operations, Lands and Hous- and information under development! ing (OLH) De-partment hosted fireside chats Joe Johnson, Dewey Smith, Karen Babiuk to help us prepare for land use planning. We and Debbie Clarke will be the OLH team to learned from community mem-bers that OKIB facilitate the Land Use Planning project. cares deeply about the future of our lands, A Steering Committee of OKIB Department our community, and future generations. This Heads, and Council members Coola Louis pas-sion and commitment from community and Lyle Brewer, will pro-vide strategic proj- is exactly what is needed to develop a land ect guidance. At the first meeting, the Steer- use plan that uniquely repre-sents the val- ing Committee highlighted key principles: ues, needs, and priorities of OKIB! “The LUP will be community-driven.” “It can We have now assembled a team for the work be a turning point for OKIB” of tech-nical analysis, and to facilitate a pro- cess of community engagement. “We will use this process to move forward from what was done in the past” Urban Systems will provide professional plan- ning and design services for land use plan- “The LUP will embrace a multi-generational ning. The company has provided extensive and sustainability focus, with holistic inte- planning and engineering assistance to OKIB gration of OKIB values” (Much like the image in past years, and we welcome their on-go- below) ing expertise! Debbie Clarke has been hired as our Commu- nications Officer. Debbie is a long time resi- dent of the Vernon area, and has extensive experience in land use planning, communi- cations, and community engagement. Deb- bie will join the team working in the OLH of- fice, and encour-ages community members to drop in to view land use planning displays

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We Need You! Land Use Planning Community Advisory Committee Community engagement is a driving element of OKIB Land Use Planning. The voice of the community will determine how the pro- cess unfolds, and the shape and future of the land use plan. We want to establish a community-based Ad-visory Committee for regular, focused discussions on specific land use topics, like ag- riculture, residential development, tourism, environmental pro- tection, culture and social interests. The Advisory Committee will meet regularly with the LUP Working Group, and will help to in- tegrate these topics into a land use plan that provides for overall OKIB community well- being. Do you care passionately about the future of the land and community of OKIB? Can you represent an inter-est or perspective from the community, and help us to learn about future land use from that perspective? Could you participate in a process with open heart and open minds to share your knowledge and learn from others? Could you spare a couple of days per month (until early 2014) to attend meetings and workshops, brainstorm and problem- solve, help with communications, all while having fun and learning? We are look-ing for a cross section of volunteers including: • Youth, elders, men, women, family heads; People who are community-minded; Visionar- ies! • People who use the land in different ways, like: Agricultural, Residential, Commercial, In- dustrial, Tour-ism Development, Recreational, Institutional, Land Owners and non-own- ers • People who are passionate about the environment, culture, arts, resource harvesting, etc. Please contact Debbie Clarke or Karen Babiuk if you would like to participate on the Advi- sory Committee, or if you would like to have your name added to our contact list! (Ph: 250 542 3444)

Communications and Engagement

Land use planning will follow a phased process, with regular committee involvement, and community input. The pro-ject will conclude with a process to seek community endorsement of the final land use plan. A variety of tools will be used to keep the community informed, and to solicit feedback. Please check the OLH Face-book Page, or contact us for updates, like: • A community event to launch land use planning! • OKIB Land Use Planning Website (under development) • Community meetings and workshops; and...

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Health & Social Development COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT The Department of Health and Social lowing: draft surveys, conduct the com- this work. The goal of the planning pro- Development and the Health and Social munity consultation process and prepare cess is to provide a means for the com- Development Committee of Council are the Draft Plan for community review at munity to set the direction for health and pleased to announce the start of a com- the first Quarterly Chief & Council meet- social development programs and services munity planning process initiated by Chief ing in 2014. The Department of Health over the next several years. The outcomes and Council’s Strategic Plan. This is a and Social Development will work closely of this planning will directly structure the community driven process to ensure we with the Department of Operations, Lands health and social departments work plans, gather information that is current and re- and Housing to coordinate efforts with the budgets and will aide OKIB to gain access flects the needs of the members. Land Use planning process. to increased funding for programs and The Okanagan Indian Band Department The Department of Health and Social De- services. of Health and Social Development applied velopment has retained the following Band Watch the bulletin boards and Sen’Klip for and received Health Canada funding to members on a contract basis to coordinate for more details on the community fo- conduct community forums - between Oct and facilitate the planning and the com- rums 1, 2013 and January 30, 2014 - for the munity engagement processes: Community forums will occur in Duck purpose of gathering community input for • Cathy Gottfriedsen Lake, Whiteman’s Creek, Six Mile, the development of an updated Commu- • Jami Tonasket Head of the Lake, and Salmon River/ nity Health and Social Development Plan. • Vanessa Mitchell Round Lake The funding will be used to host commu- nity forums, other community engage- These members bring a variety of experi- For more information please contact the ment activities, and to retain the services ence in community engagement involving OKIB Health Centre 250-542-5094 of 3 contractors who will perform the fol- planning and asset mapping necessary for

Land Use Planning – News Vernon Public Art Gallery cally on the West Coast of British Columbia. We are now on the web! Gallery Opens Two First Nations The main focus of Foster’s exhibition is the discourse and critique surrounding Edward Exhibitions Check out the Land Use Planning pages on Sheriff Curtis’ representation of the West the revamped OKIB web site! Coast Culture as portrayed in his film titled New Exhibitions Opening to Public In the Land of the Head Hunters produced in Vernon Public Art Gallery, 3228 31st Ave. 1914. The exhibition will consist of an inter- Members of the Vernon Public Art Gallery active video and audio installation. and the public are invited to celebrate con- Kama? Creative Aboriginal Arts Collective: temporary artwork by eleven Canadian First Transformations, October 17 – December Nations artists at the opening reception of 23, 2013 two new exhibitions. This newly formed arts collective brings to- “The Okanagan is home to many First Na- gether ten emerging and established First tions artists and we are excited to showcase Nations artists who are the members of the the work of a mid-career Canadian artist Okanagan Indian Band (Suknaqinx). The (Foster) with a newly formed arts collective exhibition titled Transformations brings to- based out of Vernon. We wish to thank Ste- gether traditional and contemporary works phen Foster, Vernon’s Friendship Centre and of art that contribute to the understanding the participating artists for their dedication of cultural values, identity, history, and con- to First Nations art in a contemporary for- temporary issues of Okanagan First Nations. The artworks in the exhibition are in format • Welcome Page: http://okib.ca/depart- mat. We are also delighted to have received financial support from the Canada Council of drawing, painting, photography, metal ments/land-use-planning/ sculpture and buckskin art. Participat- • Page 2: http://okib.ca/departments/ for the Arts to assist us in presenting Ste- phen Fosters’ exhibition. This federal funding ing artists: Mariel Belanger, Val Chiba, land-use-planning/what-is-it-get-in- Dean Louis, Sheldon Louis, Pierre Rich- volved/ is a first for the Vernon Public Art Gallery and I commend our staff for producing the type ard, Abby Marchand, Barbara Marchand, • Page 3: http://okib.ca/departments/ David Wilson, Vern Tronson, and Mona land-use-planning/planning-work-feed- of work that has enabled us to access these funds.” said Dauna Kennedy Grant, Execu- Tronson. back/ tive Director. The opening reception takes place at the Stephen Foster: Re-Mediating Curtis: Re- Vernon Public Art Gallery, 3228 31st Ave, We are doing limited promotion of the web- mix, October 24 – December 23, 2013 Vernon BC, on Thursday, October 24 from site so that we have a chance to incorpo- Stephen Foster is a , BC based artist 6-8pm and it is open to the public. The event rate any initial feedback: and Associate Professor at the UBC Okana- is sponsored by OkanaganLife Magazine. The • Does the website answer key questions gan. Foster is a video and electronic media exhibitions will run from October 24 to De- for this initial stage? artist of mixed Haida and European back- cember 23, 2013. Admission to the Gallery • Is it easy to read and navigate? ground. His work focuses on issues of indig- is by donation. • Does it make you want to learn more? enous representation in popular culture and the politics of identity. The main focus of the For more information about the Vernon Pub- lic Art Gallery contact: 250-545-3173, @ Feedback is welcome! exhibition Re-Mediating Curtis: Remix is the deconstruction of perceived stereotypes of VernonAGallery info@vernonpublicartgallery. the First Nations people in Canada, specifi- com , www.vernonpublicartgallery.com

We are very pleased to announce the launch of our new website, along with a new look we have included some features that we hope will make visiting the site a quick- er, easier and more interactive experience. To make sure you get the most of the new website we have included a few new features soon to include a ‘OKIB Members Only’ section. We hope you enjoy the new website and would appreciate any feedback. There will still be a few tweaks being made within the next few weeks, please let me know if you have any technical difficulties with the site. Page 8 | www.okib.ca DEPARTMENT INFORMATION FALL 2013

ATTENTION: EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Part Time Elementary Teacher

OKANAGAN INDIAN Minimum 20 hours/week, up to 37.5 hours/week BAND MEMBERS OKANAGAN INDIAN BAND Cultural Immersion School Under the supervision of the Principal and Head Teacher, the Teacher is responsible for the planning and delivery of RE: USE OF ALL BAND RANGE LANDS the program including: • Curriculum development and delivery following the Inte- ALL LIVESTOCK TO BE REMOVED from all OKIB Range land by grated Resource Packages (IRP’s) to meet BC academic November 15, 2013. standards • Classroom supervision and management 1. The Chief and Council of the Okanagan Indian Band, hereby con- • Term report cards and student evaluations firm that the Range Management Process currently in effect for • Attendance and recording systems use of any Range land requires ALL LIVESTOCK TO BE REMOVED • Preparing and implementing independent education from all OKIB Range land by November 15, 2013. plans (IEP’s) and independent behaviour plans (IBP’s), 2. The Range Management Process requires all Livestock to remain off the Range land until April 15, 2014. maintaining records and progress reports 3. The Chief and Council requires that any livestock using the Band • Maintaining the classroom ranges must be owned by a Band member with a brand regis- • Parent communications and interaction tered in the Band members name. Any unauthorized livestock • Supervision of students during recess and lunch as re- will be removed from the Band ranges immediately. quired 4. The Chief and Council, the Range Users and any stock owners • Other responsibilities assigned by the Principal and Head are to monitor this process and each other’s activities regarding Teacher the use of the Range Land. Qualifications and Experience: 5. The removal of all LIVESTOCK from the Range lands is impera- • Valid BC teaching certificate issued by the BC College of tive to the continued productivity of the Range land to produce Teachers the natural grass range for the livestock. • Demonstrated ability to teach at the elementary level 6. The Chief and Council expect all Range Users to abide by the above stated terms and conditions of the Range Management • Ability and willingness to teach split classes grades 4/5 Process. and team teach other primary grades • Willingness to work in cooperation with the other mem- bers of the teaching team • Knowledge of the Okanagan community and First Na- tions culture and language • Willing to become an Okanagan speaking Teacher Preference may be given to those having knowledge of the Okanagan Indian Band community. A Criminal Record Check, and three References are required. Term: December 4th, 2013 - June 28, 2014 Rate of Pay: $28.00/hr Deadline for Applications: October 31, 2013 at 12:00 noon Please submit resume and cover letter to: Okanagan Indian Band Yancy Ochoa 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC VIH 2A4 Phone 250-542-4328, Ext. 209 - Fax: 250-542-4990 Email: [email protected] We thank those submitting resumes, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted

Sen'klip Submissions Deadline: 1st of each month with distribution by the 15th Please send submissions to: [email protected] Documents: in word format Photos: jpeg format

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Assembly of First Nations Congratulates the B.C. First Nations Health Authority on its Historic First Day October 2, 2013 and responsibilities currently handled by • Mental Health and Addictions Program- (Ottawa, ON) – Assembly of First Nations Health Canada’s First Nations Inuit Health ming, National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and Branch – Pacific Region. The FNHA’s vision • Health Infrastructure, BC Regional Chief Jody Wilson-Raybould is to transform the health and well-being of BC’s First Nations and Indigenous people • Environmental Health and Research, congratulated the First Nations Health Au- and thority (FNHA) who assumed authority yes- by dramatically changing healthcare for the terday on the management of health ser- better. • Non-Insured Health Benefits. vices to all First Nations citizens living on BC Regional Chief Jody Wilson-Raybould First Nations leaders have been calling for reserve in British Columbia. stated, “October 1st marked an historic a more comprehensive approach to health “The First Nations Health Authority is a milestone for healthcare delivery in Brit- service delivery that is driven and con- great example of First Nations taking con- ish Columbia with our Nations having em- trolled by First Nations. This movement to trol and designing and implementing our barked upon the most ambitious Aborigi- the FNHA is significant and historic because own health plans and services,” said Na- nal health transfer initiative in the country. it symbolizes an approach that is open to tional Chief Atleo. “Health care for all First While there has never been any doubt that First Nations ownership and control of re- Nations continues to be a complex and di- we have the potential to deliver a more ef- sources to better meet the needs of First verse issue. The constitutional responsibil- ficient and culturally appropriate service Nations. ity and Treaty obligation for First Nations than Health Canada, we now have the re- sponsibility to ensure that the resources The Assembly of First Nations is the nation- health still resides with the federal govern- al organization representing First Nations ment, but provinces and territories play an are in place to provide the programs and services that our citizens expect and de- citizens in Canada. Follow AFN on Twitter integral role in the health outcomes of First @AFN_Comms, @AFN_Updates. Nations people both on and off reserve. serve. These are, nevertheless, decisions This is an approach that respects those re- and challenges that our Nations, through -30- the work of the FNHA, are best suited to lationships, brings together all jurisdictions Contact information: and results in First Nations control and de- make and take on as we chart a course for livery of health services. I extend personal a better future for our citizens.” Alain Garon, AFN Bilingual Communica- tion Officer congratulations to all members of the First The First Nations Health Authority will plan, Nations Health Council and to FNHC Chair 613-241-6789 ext. 382 or cell: 613- design, manage, and fund the delivery of 292-0857 or e-mail [email protected] Grand Chief Doug Kelly for this remarkable First Nations health programs and services achievement.” in BC. These community-based services Jenna Young, AFN Communications Of- ficer The FNHA is the first province-wide health are largely focused on health promotion and disease prevention, including: 613-241-6789, ext. 401 or cell: 613- authority of its kind in Canada. Today, the 314-8157 or [email protected] FNHA assumes the programs, services, • Primary Care Services, Page 10 | www.okib.ca GENERAL INFORMATION FALL 2013

​ First Nations Health Authority Transfer Day FAQs ties. 501-100 Park Royal South, Frequently asked questions Trans- West Vancouver, BC, V7T1A2 fer Day Included with the first cheque from the 604.913.2080 On October 1st BC First Nations, through FNHA, is a direct deposit application Toll Free: 1.866.913.0033 the FNHA, assume responsibility for all of form. The advantages of being on di- • Health Services 540-757 West the resources, people and facilitiesof the rect deposit is that the payments will Hastings St. Vancouver, BC, V6C First Nations and Inuit Health (FNIH) BC be automatically deposited into your 3E6 604.666.0737 Region. We are anticipating a seamless bank account on the due date therefore Non-Insured Health Benefits transfer for First Nations Health Service less hassle and less chances of delays In person: 1166 Alberni Street Providers and want to bring a number of in the mail system. Room 701 Mailing Address: 540- operational changes to your attention. 757 West Hastings St., Vancou- Any questions on payments can be di- ver, BC, V6C 3E6 What should I expect on October rected to: BC Region (toll free) 1.800.317. 1st? Finance at 604-913-2080 or email 7878 [email protected] Staffing Changes Vancouver 1.888.321.5003 There have been a few staffing changes What is the FNHA organizational at the regional office, please refer to the Where do I mail my reports? updated program staff contact list The structure? people finder function on our new FNHA Reports and correspondence regarding website: http://www.fnha.ca/con- • Chief Executive Officer: Joe Gallagher health services should be mailed to: tact-us/employee-directory will be • Vice-President, Health Services: First Nations Health Authority updated as we bring staff onboard. Yousuf Ali 540-757 West Hastings St New Email Addresses • Chief Financial Officer: Tally Bains Vancouver, BC On October 1st all FNHA employees will • Vice-President, Policy, Planning and V6C 3E6 be using new email addresses: first- Strategic Services: Richard Jock [email protected]. It is impor- • Vice-President, Health Benefits: John Who do I talk to about Programs? tant to note that on October 1st all Health Mah Canada email addresses will expire and Programs will be managed as they have emails will not be forwarded to the above • Vice-President, Innovation and Infor- been in the past. There have been a few new addresses. mation Management: Joseph Mendez staffing changes at the regional office, • Vice-President, Corporate Services please refer to the updated program Phone Numbers and Transition: Greg Shea staff contact list The people finder func- On October 1st current Health Canada • Vice-President, Human Resources and tion on our new FNHA website: http:// phone numbers (666-XXXX) will remain Organizational Development: Elaine www.fnha.ca/contact-us/employee-di- the same. However, phone numbers will Wass rectory will be updated​ as we bring staff be changing within this calendar year as onboard. FNHA adopts its new phone system. The First Nations Health Authority functional organizational structure on Are there plans to celebrate and Who is the point of contact for my October 1st can be found on the FNHA commemorate the transfer? contribution agreement? website here: http://www.fnha.ca/ about/governance-and-account- October 1st will be a busy day for the The position of Project Officer is being re- ability/organization.​​​ current and future staff of the FNHA; designed within the FNHA in order to ac- it is also our first day of service deliv- commodate the development of regional The FNHA is pleased to announce that ery. We plan to celebrate with Chiefs structures. For questions related to your Yousuf Ali will be joining the FNHA on and Health Directors at the Gathering contribution agreements after October 1 October 1st as Vice-President Health Wisdom for a Shared Journey Forum on please contact the following: Services; Yousuf joins the FNHA se- October 22nd. Capital: nior executive team listed here​ .​ Additional questions about Trans- Mark Fitz-Morris 604-666-8673 To learn more about our senior execu- fer Day? [email protected] tive team and how the FNHA is build- Contribution Agreements (Non-transfer) ing an organization to serve BC First Find the latest updates and information Ali Davidson 604-666-0022 Nations we encourage you to attend on our website at www.fnha.ca or sign [email protected] Gathering Wisdom and take in the VP up to our bi-weekly eblast by emailing presentations.​ [email protected]. If you have additional Contribution Agreements (Transfer) questions, ask your Health Director, Karen Forshaw 604-666-1738 Where are the FNHA offices? or email your questions to info@ [email protected] fnha.ca or call 1-866-913-0033. On October 1st FNHA takes over a How and when will contribution number of Health Canada leases in agreement payments take place? the BC region. For your information, some key physical addresses, and the The first payment issued by FNHA for functions hosted are listed below: novated contribution agreements will take place October 1st. Cheques dat- • CEO office, Policy, Planning and ed for October 1st have already been Strategic Services, Human Re- mailed out to all agreement holders to sources, Corporate Services, allow for sufficient time in the Canada Finance Post mail system to reach communi- Page 11 | www.okib.ca GRADUATION 2012 March 2013

KidSport™ (a Sport BC pro- Jack Cole gram) provides assistance July 8, 1941 – ($150 to $400 in grants) to families of children in need August 1, 2013 to help kids participate in lo- At 4:30am on Thursday, cal activities they otherwise August 1, 2013, exactly 50 could not afford to partici- years to the minute from pate in. the date and time of his For information about how dad’s passing, Jack Cole to apply, see the KidSport™ slipped peacefully from section of the Sport BC web- this life with his wife and site (http://www.kidsport- children at his side. canada.ca/index.php?page=british_columbia_wel- Jack believed in hard work, come ). If your community does not have a local honesty and laughter, chapter, applications would go to the KidSport BC which was evident in the number of good friends office (can be contacted through the website link he made throughout his life, but his priority was noted). always his family. This sense of family commitment was a factor when Jack completed his electrical ap- prenticeship and joined the workforce. From 1969 to 1992 Jack worked with his brother Marv at Gate- way Electric. After moving to Vernon, he started JC Electric with his son, Bob in 1992. They worked hard to make JC Electric the success it is today. Jack and June opened Westside Pro Hardware in 1997, which they ran together until it closed in 2011 when Jack retired at the age of 70. The hardware store was one Canadian Tire of Jack’s great adventures. He had a true apprecia- Jump Start tion of his customers and was often heard saying how great they were. Jack was happiest spending This funding is open to all time with his family boating, fishing, playing cards youth aged 4-18 years. or enjoying some time at the casino. His kind, gen- Grants will not exceed a erous spirit showed in his ability to make everyone maximum of $300 per ap- plication. in his presence feel welcome and appreciated. Funds are awarded for reg- Jack will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 48 istration fees and equip- years, June, his daughter Lorrie-Rae (Mike) Flynn ment. and his son Bob (Nicky) Cole. Jack is further sur- vived by his sister Dorothy Turick and his brother Funding should be for a sustained program that lasts a Jim (Sharman) Cole. He was predeceased by his season for a minimum 1X/week for a minimum dura- mother and father, Jim and Annie Cole and his broth- tion of 5 weeks. ers, Norman and Marvin Cole. Applications for assistance can be submitted from Jan- Prayers will be held on Friday, August 9, 2013 at uary 15 to June 1 for spring/summer programs, and 7:00pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, from July 1 to November 1 for fall/winter programs. August 10, 2013 at 11:30am, both at the Pleasant http://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca/en/what-we-do#hta Valley Funeral Home (4303 Pleasant Valley Road). Following the service, the Cole family invite Jack’s friends and family to join them for refreshments in the reception room. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ver- non Jubilee Hospital Foundation in Jack’s memory.

Council Meetings Scheduled & Process All requests to be added to the Councils agenda must be sub- Regular Schedule: mitted to Executive Director by Thursday noon preceding each council meeting. Agenda items are reviewed and approved by the 1st Tuesday of month 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Executive Director and Chief Thursday afternoon. 2nd Tuesday of month 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 If you have any further questions or clarification please contact 3rd Tuesday of month 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sherry Louis, Executive Assistant to the Council, 250-542-4328 Changes will be circulated via email and www.okib.ca ext. 210 or email [email protected] Page 12 | www.okib.ca