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mim' ne F.N. February tzuminusSincé Nuts’uamaat Shqwaluwun 2013 1997 One Heart, One mind Swww.stzuminus.com “We are working as one” Pink Shirt Day at SFN Community School 2013

On Feb 27th SFN Community School WHAT IS BULLYING? wears pinks shirts to stop bullying. Many children have a good idea of what We all have been a victim of bullying in some bullying is because they see it every day! form whether it’s at home, school or work. Whether Bullying happens when someone hurts or the bullying is verbal, physical or social, it all has scares another person on purpose and the the same damaging consequences. People who person being bullied has a hard time defend- are victims of bullying often experience lower ing themselves. So, everyone needs to get self-esteem, poor academic performance, shyness involved to help stop it. Bullying is wrong! or discomfort in social situations and even more serious physical and psychological problems. It is behaviour that makes the person being The negative impact of bullying extends to the bullied feel afraid or uncomfortable. There are bully as well. Those who bully are more likely to go many ways that young people bully each other, on to display other anti-social, aggressive behav- even if they don’t realize it at the time. iors such as physical and sexual aggression and criminal behavior. If you or someone you know is a victim of BULLYING. Tell your Parents, Teacher or an Adult.. u > CHIEF AND COUNCIL - RESULTS FROM MEETINGS > SALISH SEA COLLAGE Inside u > S'ULXEN:N LELUM HEALTH CENTRE > COMMUNITY CENTRE u > JOB OPPORTUNITIES ANDMORE...... stz’uminus first nation

Chief and Council continue to focus on the Health and Wellness of Stz’uminus First Nation Community FOLLOWING ARE RESULTS FROM FEBRUARY 13TH CHIEF AND COUNCIL MEETING:

· Chief and Council have directed an initiative to increase communication. A new web site is being developed and will be up and running within 3 months, our newsletter will be re-designed, and we will be looking at a social media strategy. A communications team will be going door-to-door to deliver information and to gather feedback which will help in future decision-making.

· Chief and Council had discussion around actions needed to promote safety within the community.

· Chief and Council had discussed the need for roads improvement, and had directed Administration to inquire about potential funding.

· Chief and Council had discussed a media announcement being arranged at the Community Centre on Feb 20 for the funding being received from the Federal government towards the refurbishment of the Centre.

Chief and Council continue to focus on the Health and Wellness of Stz’uminus First Nation Community

RESULTS FROM FEBRUARY 28TH CHIEF AND COUNCIL MEETING:

· Stz’uminus Chief and Council had invited Halalt Chief and Council to attend the meeting last night where there was discussion around building a relationship and partnering on important initiatives which would include Language, Education, Economic Development, Incremental Treaty, Herring, and Geoduck. Chief and Council are working to build these types of partnerships to benefit the futures of our children.

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ing goals and objectives will be produced in March 2013. Chemainus Native College Anticipated Outcomes: Salish Site Location: 5091 Jones Road, Ladysmith BC Sea College will be open to all Mailing Address: 12611 Trans Canada Highway, Ladysmith BC, V9G 1M5 Aboriginals wanting to attend Tel: 250-‐245-‐3522 Fax: 250-‐245-‐8263 programs in community where

CNC continues to strive to improve Post-Secondary Training needs for all our Learners. they will receive the prereq- uisites and post- secondary SALISH SEA COLLEGE credits to transition to any College or University. ln addition, This initiative is in collaboration with Central Island First Nation students will gain confidence and skills required for post- Communities. Chemainus Native College (CNC) has a part- secondary success through a cultural empowerment process nership with Vancouver Island University (VIU). CNC working that utilizes cultural teachers and uses local elders to support with VIU were successful in receiving a funding to pursue the individuals to gain confidence to achieve academic goals. Sal- development of a new First Nation College here in the Central ish Sea College will offer holistic education, training and sup- Vancouver Island area. port services to First Nation (Aboriginal) learners to achieve This year it was very busy, CNC contracted the services of employment or transition to further post-secondary education. Toro Marketing to assist us to ensure the objective of the fund- A Project Plan was developed by VIU, CNC and Toro Market- ing agreement were delivered. The Salish Sea College ing Contractor, defining the who, what, when and timelines for Project Plan is to develop a strategic plan that supports the outcomes to be completed. Hul’qumi’num First Nations to work together as one to develop Communication Materials; Develop a communication “piece” the Salish Sea College model. which overviews the Salish Sea vision (including conceptual Description: To continue to address goals identified in VIU drawings) for use as a speaking tool to gain Hul’qumi’num and CNC's reciprocal partnership project to secure and sustain support community based educational programs. In addition, CNC and Draft FTE / Governance Models: Meets with VIU to review VIU wish to advance their partnership and the current services the process, project plan and timing and obtain input into the delivery model by jointly developing an integrated education process, and obtain learning’s from other current FTE models and training centre, Salish Sea College, with a learning-centric (i.e. En’owkin & NVIT, NEC & VCC, etc). Obtain learning’s from approach for delivery. other current governance models (En’owkin & NVIT, NEC & Rationale: An education needs assessment was conducted VCC, other post-secondary models). Develop FTE and Gov- in 2010 to review the Hul'qumi'num community's needs and ernance model options for review by Salish Sea Stakehold- goals compared to labour demand across Vancouver lsland. ers. Review current MAVED strategic direction that includes Various education gaps were identified as well as the impor- Aboriginal Policy Framework. Meet with VIU to develop model tance of delivering programming at the community level to to support “institution within an institution” while ensuring First support students to gain skills and confidence to transition to Nations autonomy, intellectual property and maintaining quality public postsecondary institutions. The importance of delivering assurance. Review affiliation agreement, develop new agree- academic courses that have an indigenous ment workable for all parties involved, discuss where funding content was also articulated. come from for new Salish Sea College will. Logistics: A consultant will be hired in July 2012 to lead an Gain Educational Stakeholders Support and host meetings interactive process through a series of community engagement with Hul’qumi’num Educational Stakeholder team to share sessions to further articulate the vision outlined to date for the the Salish Sea Vision and obtain input and support. Monthly Salish Sea College. Eight community engagement sessions meetings will be held with the stakeholder team as follows: are planned with the following communities: Share Vision for Salish Sea College. Form a working group to Stz’uminus First Nation, Cowichan Tribes, Snuneymuxw First develop a joint Salish Sea College educational model, and to Nation, Halalt First Nation, Lake Cowichan First Nation and develop draft Mission and Vision for proposed Salish Sea Col- Lyackson First Nation, Penelakut First Nation. Coast Salish lege; develop Terms of Reference for the Stakeholders Work- Employment & Training Society, and local School Districts ing Group; develop draft Governance Model for review to First (August 2012 - January 2013). Nation Communities members of Salish Sea College. Confirm Anticipated Outputs: Research identifying existing program Stakeholder Working Group membership and obtain BCR’s providers to enhance partnerships as well as recommenda- tions for establishing a governance model for the guiding and Letters of Support from Hul’qumi’num communities. partners will be Completed. A final development plan articulat-

2 stz’uminus first nation Development of Phase 2 for Salish Sea College: Develop the project plan of what needs to be done, who will Chemainus Native College be doing it, develop project plan deliverables and timelines Site Location: 5091 Jones Road, Ladysmith BC Mailing Address: 12611 Trans Canada Highway, Ladysmith BC, V9G 1M5 for Phase 2 – Transitional Phase. Tel: 250-‐245-‐3522 Fax: 250-‐245-‐8263

First Nation Communities who signed a BCR to be part of CNC continues to strive to improve Post-Secondary Training needs for all our Learners.

Salish Sea developed are: Cowichan Tribes, Halalt First Nation, Penelakut Tribe, Stz’uminus First Nation, Nanaimo First Nation and Nanoose First Nation, Chief and Council of these nations are very support of a new Salish Sea College. There is much work to be done for Phase 2 Project Plan: Develop financial model for Salish Sea College, communication Plan for sharing the vision with Hul’qumi’num leadership, various First Nations organizations and potential Salish Sea partners, Implementation plan for communications, Hul’qumi’num Educational Stakeholders to meet and discuss hiring of Interim Manager to complete work, such as Society Pa- pers, Proposal and Application for start-up costs, finalize the governance model and secure site location for the new Salish Sea College. Phase 2 will complete the development of policies and procedures for Salish Sea Administration Department and seek additional partnerships with government agencies. Phase 2 is very intense work needs to be completed, and the ultimate goal is to have Salish Sea Col- lege opening their doors September 2014; the Salish Sea Stakeholders, working with VIU a independent contractor and a interim manager will be working very hard on Facility Location and Operational Plan. Develop facility options including pros, cons and pricing, for the develop of a operational plan. Funding Strategy, we will identify funding strategy and communication package including list of potential funders: Phase 3 - Development Plan goal is to draft a Develop- ment Plan for the Salish Sea College: this will include a report on work completed in Phase 1, include: CNC completed community process in Phase 1 and Phase 2. The hire of a new manager will be posted, in collaboration with the Salish Sea BOD’s. Final report will be developed that outlines the learning’s gathered throughout the process that impacted / changed the process as we moved ahead. The report will outline the sense of complexity of the overall planning process in the development plan (governance, funding, facility, program, support services, etc) to demonstrate that we understand what is involved in this scope of work that we will be furthering in Final Development Plan articulating goals and objectives submitted to MAVED (Ministry of Advanced Education Department). CNC Manager, Josie Louie 3 stz’uminus first nation S'ulxe:en Lelum - Home of Community Care what we are experiencing grieve and let go. For this we Grief and Suicide have started a Suicide Bereavement Group. The goal of As I have mentioned in our letter to the community that this group is to provide a safe place for those who have has recently been sent out I would like to talk plainly about experienced loss due to a death by suicide to share the suicide. With all respect to those who have lost loved ones inner struggle they have with a group who understands. By to suicide and those who are grieving I will try to approach sharing our grief with another and allowing them to share this topic with care and concern. their grief with us we find the strength to allow our bodies, Suicide is a difficult topic to discuss because it holds so mind and spirit to heal. We become able to live our lives many difficult emotions and death by suicide is a tragedy. without overwhelming burden. The pain of loss tells us People have many questions about suicide, questions like that we have loved, and a small measure of that pain may why? Could I have done anything? What can I say? What always remain; but we can live, we can remember, and we can I do? Should I visit or leave those who are grieving can honor those we lost without the overwhelming pain. alone? We may find the pain of grief too much or we find The support group will be held on the third Thursday of that our pain is uncomfortable for others so we ignore it. It every month at 1:30 pm and will be two hours in length. soon becomes a silent agreement that no one talks about Rides will be provided if needed. suicide or the ones we have lost to suicide. We ignore our feelings, our grief, and our pain and hope that in time it will If you would like more information about this group pass. We become so alone in our loss, our pain and our please feel free to contact me at 250-245-8551 ext. 234 grief even though we may be surrounded by people who or on my cell at 250-618-8435. love and care about us. With the Highest Regards What do we do with all the pain and grief that we have Peter Pederson bottled up inside? One option that many have found helpful Mental Health Counselor is attending support groups where we are able to share

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3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Living Well Prenatal 12pm-‐2pm Elders’ Lunch Parent Break 10am-‐2pm (Diabetes) AA Meeting 2pm-‐3pm Men’s Group Nurse Practitioner 12pm-‐2pm Boys & Girls 3:15-‐5:15 6pm-‐8pm 1pm-‐5pm Women’s Group Happy Couples Dinner 3pm-‐7pm 6pm Diabetic Swim FJCC 8-‐9pm 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Dr. Bartleman Prenatal 12pm-‐2pm Dr. Steeves 9:30am-‐12pm Parent Break 10am-‐2pm Community (Pediatrician) AA Meeting 2pm-‐3pm Elders’ Lunch Diabetic Swim FJCC Swim FJCC Living Well Boys & Girls 3:15-‐5:15 Men’s Group 8-‐9pm 2pm-‐3pm 12pm-‐2pm Diabetic Swim FJCC 6pm-‐8pm Women’s Group 8-‐9pm 3pm-‐7pm 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Living Well Prenatal 12pm-‐2pm Elders’ Lunch Parent Break 10am-‐2pm 12pm-‐2pm Sobriety Lunch Men’s Group Nurse Pratitioner Women’s Group Boys & Girls 3:15-‐5:15 6pm-‐8pm 1pm-‐5pm 3pm-‐7pm Diabetic Swim FJCC 8-‐9pm 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Living Well Prenatal 12pm-‐2pm Dr. Steeves 9:30am-‐12pm Parent Break 10am-‐2pm 12pm-‐2pm AA Meeting 2pm-‐3pm Elders’ Lunch Diabetic Swim FJCC Women’s Group Boys & Girls 3:15-‐5:15 Men’s Group 8-‐9pm 31 3pm-‐7pm 6pm-‐8pm

4 stz’uminus first nation Firewood until we find one, members will need to contact a private Elders or single moms seller or obtain a permit for cutting firewood off reserve. TimberWest issues permits which allow you to cut your If you are an elder or single mom in need of firewood, own wood at various locations. Permits are not available please contact Teoni Jameson (250-245-7155 ext 282) or until March 1st and can be obtained through Walker Saw Peter Aleck (250-245-7155 ext 248) to arrange for a load of Shop for $25 - $30/load. wood to be delivered to your house. For all other community members: Please contact Walker Saw Shop at 250-753-8309 for Unfortunately, we have not been able to find any more more information wood for the community. We are looking for sources but

COMMUNITY CENTRE March 2013 Calendar

5 stz’uminus first nation Job Opportunity Community Support Worker for Community Centre

Part time: April 1, 2013 – March 31, 2014 subject to funding approval Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Fridays 1pm to 8pm (35 hours per week) however hours may be varied depending upon program needs.

Stz’uminus First Nation is looking for two Community Support Workers that will assist with the planning and operations of the Stz’uminus First Nation Community Centre. The workers will be actively involved in providing and leading a variety of recreation and community programs to people for all ages.

DUTIES include but are not limited to the following: Assist in the planning, organizing and implementing of the Community Centre programs; • Assist in the development and delivery of (or arrange for delivery of) training programs based on the needs in the community; • Promotion of community events • Responsible for keeping the job board up to date including all upcoming employment and training opportunities and other clerical duties as assigned; • Supervision of the daily After School Program and other program activities; • Ensure that the physical environment is warm, safe and welcoming for the program participants; • Maintain regular contact with parents to ensure that staff/children/youth/parent interactions are supportive and create learning opportunities; • Participate in organizing of group activities and assist in fundraising activities; • Ensure all policies and procedures are followed; • Performs other duties as directed

REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum Grade 12 education. Preferably should have post secondary education and have an interest in pursuing a career in Child and Youth Care or Recreation Management OR equivalent experience and education; • Experience working with children and youth; • Positive Role Model in the community; • Able to take direction and work as a team player; • This position involves weekends and flexible work hours for Community Centre functions; • Recreational or Leisure service background; • Must be able to plan and lead programs; • Must be able to motivate people • Must successfully pass a Criminal Record check.

Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume by March 15, 2013 to: Stz’uminus First Nation Band Office Attention: Recreation Coordinator 12611 Trans Canada Highway, Ladysmith BC V9G 1M5 Fax: 250-245-3012 email: [email protected]

Deadline for applications: March 15, 2013 at 4pm

6 stz’uminus first nation community school STZ’UMINUS FIRST NATION HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR/ASSISTANT The Stz’uminus First Nation, located just north of Ladysmith, BC is seeking the services of a qualified and experienced Human Re- sources Advisor/Assistant. The successful applicant will provide HR support and general assistance to the Administrator and as well as provide HR support through ongoing tasks and initiatives to directors and managers.

Core responsibilities of the position include: • Responsibilities for all recruitment, hiring, and exiting administrative duties including: o Assisting with determining hiring needs o Preparing and placing hiring advertisements o Monitoring hiring practices and ensuring policies and procedures are followed o Prepare offer letters, new hire packages, and new hire announcements o Attend all new hire and exit interviews o Validate and maintain all administration and HR forms, documents, and files o Set up systems and processes for efficient and effective HR management o Coach and advise management on a variety of HR issues, both in a union and non-union environment • Provide advice and support managers on performance management, including improvement notices and action plans, as well as termination procedures and requirements. • Facilitation, tracking, and monitoring the completion of all performance evaluations • Research HR best practices and stay up to date on federal legislation • Provide HR reports and statistics to management • Design and develop internal information systems, presentations, forms, and templates to support HR management processes and procedures. • Seeking out funding opportunities and completing and submitting funding applications • General office-related administrative functions as directed by theAdministrator • Attending meetings, taking and transcribing meeting minutes

Education, Skills and Qualifications • A minimum of 2 years experience in a significant HR generalist role • Post secondary degree with concentration in Human Resources or CHRP designation and equivalent work experience required • Problem solving and conflict resolution skills • Excellent written and verbal communications skills • Excellent organizational and office management skills • Ability to co-ordinate multiple tasks in a busy work environment • Computer literacy (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) • Strong interpersonal skills • Dependability and reliability • Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances. • Strong work ethic, and a high respect for confidentiality • Creativity and innovation • Positive attitude and great initiative • Valid driver's licence and a satisfactory criminal records check

Interested applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, detailed resume, and three references by mail, email, or fax to: Ronda Jordan SFN Administrator 12611A Trans Canada Highway Ladysmith, BC V9G 1M5 Fax: 250-245-3012 E-mail [email protected] Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. CLOSING DATE: Thursday, March 14, 2013

7 stz’uminus first nation STZ’UMINUS FIRST NATION Education Department 12611A Trans Canada Highway Ladysmith, BC V9G 1M5 Tel: (250) 245-7155 Fax: (250) 245-3012

Stz’uminus Education Department is seeking an Early Childhood Educator with Infant and Toddler License For Maternity leave (term )

Stz’uminus First Nation is seeking an experienced teacher of young children to work in our Child Care Programs. The responsibilities include:

• Working within a team of educators to provide the best possible education and care experience in a stimulating Early Learning environment. • Developing trusting relationships with children, families and fellow staff, so to promote parental involvement and participation. • Providing curriculum based on the Coast Salish Culture

Qualifications: • Early Childhood Education License with a Infant Toddler license • First Aid Certificate • Criminal Record Check Clearance • Letter from a physician stating mental and physical good health • Warm, caring personality • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Works well with others

Application: Please submit resume a and cover letter to:

Charlotte Elliott, Education Director Stz’uminus First Nation 12611A Trans Canada Hwy. Ladysmith, B.C., V9G 1M5 Email: [email protected]

Closing date for Applications: March 15,2013 4pm.

***This position is open to all qualified applicants & only those shortlisted will be notified.

stz’uminus first nation TO ALL DOG OWNERS Please keep dogs tied up at home. We have had several dogs here in the community that are running lose and may harm one of our children. SFN was informed to call animal control to have them removed, according to the Stz’uminus First Nation dog by-law policy. Huy ch ‘ya

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OUR COMMUNITY CELEBRATED FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT

Stz'uminus First Nation leadership are working hard towards improving our community

On February 20, 2013 our community gathered for the funding announcement in which SFN received $88,852 that will go towards drastic improvements to your community centre. Watch for these improvements as they progress in the next few months.

Hay ce:p qa Stz'uminus First Nation

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ISLAND CHAMPS COWICHAN VALLEY CAPITLAS

Darian Harris and the Caps are the island champs. He plays Bantam Tier 1 with Cowichan Valley Capitals. He played for the caps system since he was 4 going onto 5. Also has played Rep since Novice. He then played Atom AAA and finally now is a Bantam AAA player. Provincials is on the March 16th weekend at the Cowichan Valley arena.

Stźuminus Greetings It’s newsletter… Meet Annie Cossey YOUR Annie is the Office/Finance every month! Coordinator.

Stźuminus is always about YOU… articles about our Elders, personalities and high A CLEAN COMMUNITY achievers from throughout our community. IS A HEALTHY COMMUNITY YOU are the reason chief and council publishes Stz’uminus every month and we We need the communities help to ensure our love to hear from YOU. roads and yards stay clear of scattered gar- Send us your photos, articles, letters, bage. Unfortunately, dogs and wild animals greetings, For Sale, Help wanted and other can’t resist the temptation of a garbage bag ads. filled with garbage. So in order to avoid an unsightly mess, t. 250.245.8551 ext. 235 f. 250.245.1449 please ensure your garbage bags are set out e. [email protected] in a container or put in a bin on garbage day. w. www.stzuminus.com We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in this fb. http://www.facebook.com/stzuminus matter. Only working together as a community, will Stźuminus Health Centre 3945 Shell Bech Road this problem stop. Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1K6