April 1, 2021 Weekly Newsletter

Squamish Valley April 1, 2021 Weekly Newsletter

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for K - 12! Join other Indigenous people in being a #VaxChamp. Share your photo and tell us why you are getting vaccinated against COVID-19!

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Income Assistance Dec Day Monday, April 19, 2021 Squamish Valley Weekly

Distribution 3-4

Tax and Benefits 5-6

Community Operations 7-9

Health and Wellness 10-11

Education 12-18

Recreation 19-26

Income Assitance 27-29

Employment and Training 30-32

SN Employment Opportunities 33-36

Other 37-40

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APRIL 2021 SQUAMISH NATION TRUST & DISTRIBUTION Thursday April 8 8:30am – 4:00 pm open during lunch hour

Friday April 9 8:30am – 4:00 pm open during lunch hour Cheques can be picked up at: Elders Center Totem Hall 100 Mathias Rd 1380 Stawamus Drive North Vancouver, BC Squamish, BC

Please call Member Services at 604-982-7610 for revisions or update:  Mailing address  Name Change  Direct deposit  Pick up location  Change payee  Birth additions

SIGN UP or UPDATE direct deposit by March 5, 2021 TEST Direct deposit $0.01 will go in by March 12, 2021 UPDATE mailing address/pick up location by March 19, 2021

NO CHANGES AFTER FRIDAY MARCH 19, 2021

Squamish Nation Council Monica Jacobs

Page 1 of 1 Date received: SQUAMISH NATION DISTRIBUTION ADMINISTRATION POLICIES (one form per Member)

PICK UP AUTHORIZATION (for office use only) P.O. Box 86131  320 Seymour Blvd  North Vancouver, B. C. V7L 4J5  Tel. (604) 982-8607  Fax (604) 980-6818

A. MEMBER INFORMATION

Full Name of Member:

Member No.: Date of Birth:

B. MINOR’S INFORMATION MINOR’S MEMBER NO.

I authorize the Squamish Nation and Registrar this one time to give my, and the above listed Minor’s for whom I am Guardian, Distribution Share(s) payable on the Distribution Date noted below to the person named below.

C. DISTRIBUTION DATE AND RECEIVING PERSON INFORMATION

Distribution Date: ______

Full Name of Receiving Person: Date of Birth:

I certify that the information provided in this Pick Up Authorization is to the best of my knowledge, true, correct and complete and that I have freely given the authorization made above.

Signature of Member Date signed: ____

Signature of Registrar Date signed: ____

Note to Member: a Pick Up Authorization is valid for one Distribution Date only. This Pick Up Authorization must be filed with the Registrar on or before the Distribution Date specified above.

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TAXES AND BENEFITS FOR MEMBERS

Understanding Your Taxes and Benefits This will be a tax season like no other, which is why we’re pleased to see that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has set up a webpage to provide information: https://tinyurl.com/wbscj5zw This site will:

 Help members to understand the benefits and credits to which they are entitled;  Offer guidance on how to access these benefits and credits; and  Clarify the taxability of those benefits related to Canada’s COVID-19 response, for those with tax exempt income.

As a reminder, members must follow the same tax rules as any other resident in Canada, unless all or part of their income is eligible for the tax exemption under section 87 of the Indian Act. Members also have access to the same benefits and credits as other Canadians as long as they file a tax return. If individuals don't file a tax return, they will not get certain benefits and credits.

Besides providing information for those with income exempt under the Indian Act, the webpage also includes answers to specific COVID-19-related tax questions about exempt income. Sections of the page include:

 Getting benefits and credits  Get help doing your tax return  If your circumstances change  If you receive a letter from the CRA  Documents to confirm your details  If you received COVID-19-related benefits (CERB, CRB, CRSB, CRCB or CESB)

Personal Income Tax Service - Elders & Members on Income Assistance The Nation is continuing to work with PwC to assist Elders and members on Income Assistance to complete income tax returns. Elders and members on Income Assistance, if you had your return prepared in a prior year by PwC you do not need sign up again. PwC will have sent a consent letter, either by email or mail, to have your return prepared again this year.

Page 1 of 2 If you haven’t signed up previously the preferred option is to fill out the intake form at www.squamish.net/taxreturnsupport. We’re conscious that not all members will have reliable access to Wi-Fi or a computer, sign up sheets are available at the main office. Otherwise reach out to any of the following:

• Please call Lori Cummings at PwC at 604 495 8966 ext. 4465 • For members in and around North Vancouver they can sign up with Monica Jacobs or Lucie Neliba. • For those in the Squamish Valley they can sign up with Patricia Brown.

PwC sends a courier Wednesdays and Fridays to pick up signed forms so they can be processed. Get Your Taxes Done at a Free Tax Clinic If you are not covered by the Nation’s personal income tax service you may be eligible for help at a free tax clinic run by the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program. Tax clinic volunteers complete tax and benefit returns for members who have a modest income and a simple tax situation. To find the full list of eligibility criteria, see About free tax clinics: https://tinyurl.com/y2ajdsb4 There are different types of free tax clinics. Walk-in Show up during advertised hours and a volunteer will do your tax return for you on a first-come, first-served basis. Drop-off and Show up during advertised hours and drop off your documents. pick-up A volunteer will do your return, and you will pick it up at a later time.

By appointment  In-person: Make an appointment and a volunteer will do your tax return at that time following local public health advice and measures.

 Virtual: Make an appointment and a volunteer will do your tax return by videoconference, by email, or by phone.

Find a free tax clinic in the CVITP clinic directory: https://tinyurl.com/2rw8ymuf

Page 2 of 2 Annual Spring Clean Up – Request for Proposal of Contractors March 10, 2021

March 10,2021

Request for Proposals: 2021 Annual Spring Clean Up

As spring is approaching, we would like to ask for contractor proposals for our Spring Clean Up mid to late April 2021.

Guidelines: - Ten day clean up, including supplying labour and transportation of garbage/recycling - Six Squamish Valley Reserves - Pick up and disposal of household garbage left out for pick up, as well as pick up of garbage/recycling along the roadsides

Please include: - Daily costs for labour - Daily costs for transportation: ie. truck(s), trailer(s), etc.

Deadline for proposals: Monday April 5, 2021, 4:00pm

Submit Proposals to: In sealed envelopes to Tami Buck at Totem Hall labeled with Spring Clean Up Proposal

If you require further information, please contact Tami Buck at Totem Hall, 604-892-5166.

Chen kw'enman-túmi (I thank you) Austin Chandler Manager - SV Community Operations Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw - Squamish Nation Office: 604-892-5166 Email: [email protected]

Grass Cutting – Request for Proposal of Contractors Grass Cutting 2021 Page 1 of 1 March 10, 2021

March 10, 2021

Call for Proposals: Grass Cutting 2021

As spring has arrived, we would like to ask for contractor proposals for our Grass Cutting 2021.

Grass cutting would include elders and persons on disability yards and some public areas. If interested, please contact Totem Hall receptionist for list to submit proposal.

Deadline for proposals: Monday April 5, 2021 at 4:00 pm

Submit Proposals to: In sealed envelopes to Tami Buck Titled “Grass Cutting” at Totem Hall

If you require further information, please contact Tami Buck at Totem Hall, 604-892-5166.

Chen kw'enman-túmi (I thank you) Austin Chandler Manager – SV Community Operations Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw - Squamish Nation Office: 604-892-5166 Fax: 604-892-3486 [email protected]

Work Order Updates

To keep better track of your work orders, we have changed how we are recording them. If you require any work to be completed at your home can you please email to the below address with the following information.

Email: [email protected]

Subject: Type of work requested, eg: plumbing, carpentry, other repairs or concerns that need to be completed

Please include Name Address Contact number

Or: You can still phone work request to Totem Hall. Please ask reception to fill out a WORK ORDER.

We also ask that you report any minor water leaks and other problems right away before they become major repairs.

Evening and Weekend Emergency cell phone number: 604-815-7116

If you have any questions please contact Austin Chandler, Manager, SV Community Operations 604-892-5166 or 604-892-5553

Chen kw'enman-túmi ( I thank you) for your cooperation.

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New province-wide COVID-19 public health orders

March 31, 2021

BC has seen rapid growth of COVID-19 cases in the last week. New and amended public health orders have been put in place until Monday, April 19, 2021 to stop the worrying trend of transmission throughout the province.

New orders mean: ❌ Indoor dining at restaurants and pubs is suspended  Restaurant patios, take-out, and delivery are OK ❌ All adult group fitness classes are suspended (Note: currently, there is no change to the Squamish Nation Recreation programs)  Individual fitness activities or one-on-one activities only ❌ Indoor religious services are on hold  Outdoor religious services are OK ❌ Whistler Blackcomb is closed  Stay home. Essential travel only  Work from home when possible

Doing your part to keep our community safe

There are still active cases of COVID-19 both in the Squamish Nation community and the wider community. Everyone must continue to follow the general COVID-19 safety guidelines, even after getting the first COVID-19 vaccine. That’s because we don’t know how long the vaccine will last or how well it prevents us from transmitting COVID-19 to others, even if we don’t have symptoms.

Keeping our community safe means:  Staying home and not gathering with anyone if you are told by Public Health to isolate or quarantine.  Not gathering indoors, and following public health guidelines for outdoor gatherings: o Only gathering outside at a park, at the beach or in the backyard of someone’s house. o Keeping outdoor groups to the same 10 people or fewer. Groups of more than 10 people are not allowed, even outdoors. Stick to the same 10 people.

We must all do our part to keep each other safe. Learn more: www.gov.bc.ca/covid19restrictions

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Medical Transportation Update

The Squamish Nation Health Benefits Team welcomes, Desmand King, who will provide transportation for medical appointments for local travel within a 30km radius from clients residences in both the Squamish Valley and the North Shore areas. To book an appointment and determine eligibility please contact:

Squamish Valley

Clare Robinson, 604-849-5355 or email [email protected]

Transportation day: Wednesdays from 9:30am – 3:00pm (Lunch from 12pm-1pm)

North Vancouver

Nadeen Reginald, 604-982-0332 or email [email protected]

Transportation days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays from 9:00am - 4:00pm (Lunch from 12pm-1pm)

*Due to COVID-19 Safety measures, masks will be mandatory at all times while in the vehicle. COVID-19 screening questions will be asked while booking appointments and prior to each client boarding the vehicle.

Indigenous Immunization Clinics The following sites are confirmed. Dates and times are as follows and are subject to change:

City/Township Location Dates Appointment Times Public Health Unit Hope March 17, 24, 30 9:45am – 3:30pm 444 Park St., Hope Public Health Unit Agassiz March 23, 31 9:45am – 3:30pm 7243 Pioneer Ave, Agassiz Tzeachten Commuity Hall Chilliwack 45855 Promontory Road, March 18, 23, 25, 27, 31 9:45am – 3:30pm Chilliwack Mam’ele’awt Indigenous March 16, 20, 22, 24, 25, Community Centre 27, 31 Abbotsford 9:45am – 3:30pm 3277 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford April 1 Mission Friendship Centre Mission March 23, 26, 29 9:45am – 3:30pm 33150A 1st Ave., Mission FRAFCA March 15, 18, 20, 22, 23, Surrey A101-10095 Whalley Blvd., 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31 9:45am – 3:30pm Surrey April 1 Golden Ears United Church Saturdays 4pm – 8pm Maple Ridge/ Community Centre March 20, 21, 27, 28 Pitt Meadows 22165 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Sunday 9:45 -3:30pm Maple Ridge Douglas College Coquitlam, March 24, 25, 26, 27, 31 Tri-Cities 1250 Pinetree Way, 9:45am – 3:30 pm Coquitlam April 1 Douglas College New West. Burnaby/New 700 Royal Ave., March 22, 23, 27, 29, 30 9:45am – 3:30pm Westminster New Westminster

This information will be listed on Fraser Health websites Monday March 8. How to book vaccine appointments:

 Call Fraser Health’s COVID-19 Immunization Booking phone line: 1-855-755-2455  Book online starting March 8: Fraserhealth.ca/vaccinebooking

Squamish Valley Education Department March 2021 - Tem lhawt’ Herring time

Inside this issue: Skwxwú7mesh Snichim translated to English

Na wa tem lhawt’ - It’s time of the herring Sḵw wú7mesh Sníchim/ 1 School Support Forms Ha7lhshn kwins ímesh na7 ta stséḵtseḵ- I like to walk in the forest Time to harvest 2

Ha7lhshn ta tem ḵw’eỷús- I like springtime Dates to remember 3

Ha7lhshn kwins tkwaya7n lulums tl’a seḵw’eḵw’í7nexw - I like 4 Contact List to hear the birds sing

An nexwspepehí ta tem lhawt’ - It is very windy in March

URGENT! URGENT! URGENT! Time to do school support forms NO School support form = No school supplies, NO travel allowance, NO student allowance Please complete your child/ren’s with the form attached or at the Totem Hall. DUE by MAY 31st, 2021

March 2021 This is time for harvesting

Devils Club: Devils club is a very important medicinal and ceremonial plant. It is good for diabetes. Also effective against rheumatism and pneumonia when used in a medicinal steam bath. Inner stem was chewed to keep the throat clear. Oregon Grape: Food-The berries are edible and were eaten. Medicine-Good for Asthma; roots were boiled and then drunk. Also roots could be steeped in hot water and drunk as a general tonic. Plant Dye-to dye wool for weaving.

Plantain: Food-The young leaves can be eaten as a green in a salad or cooked. Medicine-Plantain leaves can be brewed into a tea to treat stomach aches or used as a poultice to treat insect bites or prevent infection in small cuts. Can also be used to treat pimples, sores and rashes. Gather fresh leaves and place on affected area.

Yellow & Red Cedar Cones: are harvested for medicinal tea to treat Diabetes

Bears: come out of hibernation in March Good time to be weaving

Devils Club Oregon Grape

Plantain

Red Cedar Cones Yellow Cedar Cones

DATES TO REMEMBER MARCH 2021

Skwetkàlhyes Stsàmyes Schànxwyes Sxàautsens Stsiyàchis Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 PRO-D Day-School 2 HSS-Gr.12 Assem- 3 BR-Purdy’s Orders 4 HSS-Jr. Boys Basket- 5 HSS-Sr. Boys Basketball not in session bly/Sr. Boys Basketball Due ball 5:30-7pm/Sr. Boys 3:30-5pm 5:30-7pm HSS-Gr.11 Course se- Basketball 5:30-7pm lection assembly/Jr. Boys Basketball 5:30- 7pm

8 DR-Report Cards 9 HSS-Sr. Boys Basket- 10 CJ-AB Leadership 11 BR-Neufeld Farms 12 HSS-Sr. Boys Basket- Published in MyEd ball 5:30-7pm/PAC Mtg Meeting 3-4:15pm/PAC order pickup 5:30-6pm ball 3:30-5pm HSS-Jr. & Sr. Girls Bas- 7-8:30pm Mtg 6-7pm CJ-Neufeld Farms Or- ketball 5-6:30pm DR-Early Dismissal 2pm der pickup 4-5pm HSS-Valedictorian HSS-Q3 Parent/Teacher Vote/Jr. Boys Basket- Interviews 4-6pm/ Jr. ball 5:30-7pm & Sr. Boys Basketball Public Board Meeting 5:30-7pm 6PM

15 HSS-Jr. & Sr. Girls 16 CJ-Learning Expedi- 17 BR-Report Cards 18 BR-Black & White 19 BR-Purdy’s Order Basketball 5-6:30pm tions Open House home Day Pickup Zoom DR-PAC Mtg 6:30-8pm HSS– Jr. & Sr. Boys CJ-CJ & LeX Report Cards HSS-Sr. Boys Basketball ZOOM Basketball 5:30-7pm published in MyEd 5:30-7pm HSS-Scholarship appli- HSS-Sr. Boys Basketball cation deadline 4pm/Jr. 3:30-5pm Boys Basketball 5:30- 7pm

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SPRING BREAK-CULTURE CAMP

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SPRING BREAK-CULTURE CAMP

BR-Brackendale El VC-Valleycliffe GH-Garibaldi CJ-Cultural Journeys M-Mamquam DR-Don Ross Sq-Squamish El HSS-Howe Sound

SCHOOL SUPPORT FORM K5 – GRADE 12 *** ALL SCHOOL SUPPORT FORMS DUE MAY 31ST *** STUDENT 1 INFORMATION Legal Last Name, First Name: Birth Date(mm/dd/yyyy) Age:

Student Address (include postal code): Gender: □ Male □ Female First Nation’s Band Name: Band # □ On Reserve □ Off Reserve

What grade will your child be entering: □ K-5 □ 1 □ 2 □ 3 □ 4 □ 5 □ 6 □ 7 □ 8 □ 9 □ 10 □ 11 □ 12 Type of school: MSP Number: □ Public School □ Special Needs Private School □ Private School School Name: School Mailing Address: School Street Address:

STUDENT 2 INFORMATION Legal Last Name, First Name: Birth Date(mm/dd/yyyy) Age:

Student Address (include postal code): Gender: □ Male □ Female First Nation’s Band Name: Band # □ On Reserve □ Off Reserve

STUDENT 3 INFORMATION Legal Last Name, First Name: Birth Date(mm/dd/yyyy) Age:

Student Address (include postal code): Gender: □ Male □ Female First Nation’s Band Name: Band # □ On Reserve □ Off Reserve

Mailing Address (include postal code):

Street Address:

Home Phone: Other Phone: Email:

Caregiver/Foster Parent (if applicable): Address (include postal code):

Phone: Other Phone: Email:

CUSTODY: (Please let us know if there are any custody issues. If you are separated please let us know the custody arrangement and who the school support payments go to. This will eliminate any hold up of funding.) □ Sole Custody □ Joint Custody □ In Care (foster care) □ Other: ______POLICY:

1. All service and supports provided will be in accordance with the 2. Students living more than 1.6 KM (1 mile) from school or if there Education Department’s K4, Elementary and High School Student is NO bus service provided by the school district qualify for Support & Services Policies Revised May 2018. travel incentives. 3. Please complete this form in full – if you have more than 3 children, please use a second form.

CONSENT I hereby consent to the disclosure of my minor child’s, ______, ______, and ______, student records to the Squamish Nation Education, Employment and Training department for the purpose of advocacy, counseling and determining education financial supports. Students records include: attendance, registration information, school fees, academic transcripts, teacher progress reports, special needs evaluations/Assessment Testing, behavioral concerns, expulsions, suspensions, special needs services and professional referrals. By typing my name in the provided area below, I confirm that all information provided is accurate and that I consent that the Squamish Nation Education Department and their agent’s access to these records, and that this is considered a legal signature for these purposes.

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY □ TRAVEL ( 1.6km or more) □ ALLOWANCE □ SUPPLIES Date Received Student JDE Address No# Payee JDE Address No # Date Entered:

Print Email Reset 2020-2021 School Contact Information

Sea to Sky Learning Connections Brackendale Elementary (Sea to Sky Online, Sea to Sky Alternative, Cultural Principal: Karen Saenger Journeys, and Learning Expeditions) Clerical Assistant: Muff Hackett Acting Principal: Coleen DeVeyrac Street Address: 42000 Government Road Vice Principal: Alysa Patching Mailing Address: PO Box 280, Brackendale, BC V0N 1H0 Clerical Assistants: Gayle Laurie Phone: 604-898-3651 Fax: 604-898-4674 Street Address: 38030 Clarke Drive Website: http://sd48brackendale.org/ Mailing Address: PO Box 640, Squamish, BC V8B 0A5 Phone: 604-892-5904 Fax: 604-892-5510 website: http://www.seatoskylearningconnections.com Garibaldi Highlands Elementary Mamquam Elementary Principal: Erin Boisvert Acting Principal: Kelsey Birch Vice-Principal: Danielle Verge Clerical Assistant: Chrissy MacDonald Clerical Assistant: Sue Sweeney, Mandi Morris Street Address: 40266 Government Road Street Address: 2590 Portree Way Mailing Address: PO Box 160, Garibaldi Highlands, BC Mailing Address: PO Box 280, Garibaldi Highlands, V0N 1T0 BC V0N 1T0 Phone: 604-898-3601 Fax: 604-898-4092 Phone: 604-898-3688 Fax: 604-898-4706 Website: http://sd48mamquam.org/ Website: http://sd48garibaldihighlands.org Squamish Elementary Valleycliffe Elementary Dual track: English and French Immersion Principal: Sara Hain Principal: Ji Ai Cho Clerical: Shawna Robertson Vice Principal: Barb Busalacchi Street Address: 38430 Westway Avenue Clerical Assistant: Christine Lindsay Mailing Address: PO Box 2240 Squamish, BC Street Address: 38370 Buckley Avenue V8B 0W4 Mailing Address: PO Box 1040, Squamish, BC Phone: 604-892-9394 Fax: 604-892-3664 V8B 0A7 Website: http://sd48valleycliffe.org Phone: 604-892-9307 Fax: 604-892-5512

Website: http://sd48squamish.org/

Don Ross Middle School Howe Sound Secondary Dual Track: English and French Immersion Dual Track: English and French Immersion Principal: Cory Hartling Principal: Nick Pascuzzi Vice Principals: Jenelle Kresak, Shaun Jakob Vice Principal: Antony Blaikie, Tami Jazic Clerical Assistants: Sally Paquette, Melanie Hurl- Clerical Assistants: Lisa Makitalo, Michelle Watson, bert Holly Scramstad Street Address: 42091 Ross Road Street Address: 38430 Buckley Avenue Mailing Address: PO Box 299, Brackendale, BC Mailing Address: PO Box 99, Squamish, BC V8B V0N 1H0 0A1 Phone: 604-898-3671 Fax: 604-898-4672 Phone: 604-892-5261 Fax: 604-892-5618 Website: http://sd48donross.org/ Website: http://sd48howesound.org/ Distributed Learning: Outreach & Sea to Sky Sea to Sky Alternative School Online Vice Principle: Keith Gallant Principle: Nolan Cox Clerical Assistants: Lisa, Michelle, Holly Clerical Assistant: Elise Lambert Street Address: 38478 Carson Place, Squamish, BC Street Address: 38030 Clark Drive, Squamish, BC Phone: 604-892-5261 Fax: 604-892-5618 Phone: 604-892-59047 Fax: 604-892-5510 Spring 2021 | March; April; May

If anyone requires to cancel in participation of our special events and/or programs, please provide Michael with 24 to 48 hours notice so we can provide an opportunity to someone else on our waitlist. Michael Nahanee Jr. Admin Coordinator Direct: 604-848-2225 Cell: 604-849-0750 Office: 604-892-5166 Email: [email protected]

Submit Family Easter Scavenger Hunt List to: Michael Nahanee Jr. Admin Coordinator Email: [email protected] Direct: 604-848-2225 | Cell: 604-815-0750 | Office: 604-892-5166

` SOCIAL ASSISTANCE MONTHLY RENEWAL DECLARATION FOR: MAY 2021 >>555 Cheque issue date is Wednesday, April 28th , 2021 – for May issue.

PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT Provision of the information requested on this document is voluntary and is being collected in order to make a fair decision. The information will be stored in personal information bank INAI.P-PU-020 and is protected under the provisions of the Privacy Act. If you require continued Social Assistance, please complete this form and return to your local administering Authority at least 2 weeks before the next cheque issue.

1. Are you still in need of Social Assistance? Yes No

2. Has your marital or employment situation changed? Yes No

If YES, explain change

3. List any changes in your living situation (e.g. address, rent, etc.). Submit new receipts.

If you do not hand in your Declaration on…Mon, April 19th, 2021 You will NOT receive your Cheque on Wed, April 28th, 2021. Late Declaration means, late cheque / No, Work Plan, No cheque.Wait 3-5 business days

4. Have you had any earned or unearned Yes No 5. Has there been any change in your assets? Yes No income this month? If yes, complete Bank Account $ If yes, completed Earnings $ Property $ Family Allowance $ Other (specify) $ Maintenance $ $ Unemployment Insurance $ TOTAL $ Other (specify) $ GST ______$ TOTAL $

6. Is there any change in your number of dependents or their school status? Yes No

If Yes, explain the change(s)

I declare that this is a true statement concerning my monthly income, assets, marital, employment, and family status. I give permission for this information to be verified and I consent to a report being obtained from any reporting agency for that purpose.

Band Name Family No. Signature of Applicant ______Date

Signature of Spouse ______(If there is a spouse listed on your file)

PRINT YOUR NAME/S HERE BSDW Initial______Please remember that you cannot drop off your declaration early, unless there is an emergency. If your Declaration/ Job Search is late, then so is your cheque. Declare all Earnings, Family Allow, Pensions, DB, GST, Maintenance and other monies received. Also any changes to address and family unit size. Share info with your worker.

INCOME ASSISTANCE CLIENTS March 2021

T5 Notices

Your T5 notices are ready for pick up at the office.

All IA clients have to file their taxes each year. Please do this as soon as you can. Call me at the office for direction on this years tax clinic if you are filing through the Squamish Nation.

You are required to bring me a copy of your Income Tax Notices once you receive them. You will receive the notice in the mail after you have filed your taxes. A copy goes in your file. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at the office – 604-892-5166.

Thank you

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Services available for:

 Indigenous People, Status/Non-Status Aboriginals, Metis or Inuit  Unemployed or working part time and/or on-call  Employment readiness & skill enhancement services  Funding for training, programs, or safety certifications?

WE WOULD LIKE TO HELP YOU!

SERVICES WE OFFER: Examples of Courses We can provide: Job Readiness Services: Skills Training: Funded: ~ Travel Support for ~ Career Counselling ~ Essential Skills Training ~ First Aid Confirmed employment ~ Resumes &Cover Letters ~ Funding for Trades / ~ Food Safe ~ Work Gear Job Start Supports required to start a Apprecnticeship Programs ~ Interview Preparation ~ Security License new job ~ Funding for College or ~ Job Development ~ Traffic Control Person University Certificates up to ~ Job Search such as PPE & safety shoes 1 year upon approval ~ Admin Training or Professional Wear.

Make an appointment with our Counselors at one of our two locations.

North Vancouver Services- Eslha7an Squamish Valley Services

345 West 5th St, North Vancouver, BC 1 221 Chief Billy Drive, Squamish, BC P: 604-985-7711 P: 604 - 848 - 2202 Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30pm Hours of Operation: 8:30 – 4:30 PM

SQUAMISH VALLEY JOB POSTING FLYER March 29, 2021 to April 2, 2021

POSITION

Dishwasher White Spot

Paint Sales Associate, FT Garden Sales Associate, FT Cashier, Home Depot PT Cashier, Service Desk Associate FT, Lot Associate PT and www.homedepot.ca/careers Sales Associate

Concrete Finisher – Plant Worker, Manufacturing Plant NEXII Associate, Labourer FT, Production Team Member, General https://www.nexii.com/careers Labourer-Plant Worker, and Painter Food Counter Attendant and Assistant Restaurant Manager Freshslice Pizza Yard Team Member Lowe’s Canada Program Coordinator – Full Time Summer Student and Festival Squamish Arts Council & Events Coordinator – Full Time Summer Student and Festival Corporate Administrative Sea to Sky Community Services Clerk 1 / Greeter – Municipal Hall District of Squamish General Construction Labourer Surface Exteriors Ltd. Shift Supervisor and Barista Starbucks Guest Service Agent and Housekeeping Sandman Hotel Chances Casino – Gateway Casinos & Bartender and Server Entertainment Ltd. Customer Service Technician 2 Fortis BC Crew Member, Restaurant Manager and General Manager Wendy’s Part Time Delivery Uber Eats Security Guard – OFA 1 Certified Paladin Security Entry Level Customer Service Squamish Savings

Our Counselor Devan Williams at the Stitsma Career Centre may have further opportunities available in Squamish. For assistance with job applications or finding employment, please call 604-892-5975 or email [email protected] to make an appointment.

Squamish Nation Education, Employment & Training www.squamishnation.net 345 West 5th Street 1221 Chief Billy Drive, North Vancouver: 604-985-7711 North Vancouver, BC Squamish, BC V8B 0B8 Squamish: 604-892-5166 V7M1K2

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CURRENT SQUAMISH NATION JOB POSTINGS on March 31, 2021

Property Management and Taxation Manager Finance Administrator Permanent Full-Time Permanent Full-Time Estx̱ wáy̓ usem Finance Estx̱ wáy̓ usem Finance North Vancouver, BC North Vancouver, BC Posting Closes: April 22, 2021 Posting Closes: April 22, 2021

Bus Driver Mental Health and Addictions Clinician Permanent Part-time (School Term) Term Full Time (2years) Ta7lnew̓ ás Education, Employment & Training Yúustway Health and Wellness North Vancouver, BC West Vancouver/Squamish, BC Posting Closes: April 22, 2021 Posting Closes: April 15, 2021

K-12 School Advocate Executive Assistant Permanent Full-time (School Term ) Permanent Full-time Ta7lnew̓ ás Education, Employment & Training Ta na wa Chen̓ tm Council Advisory & Support North Vancouver, BC North Vancouver, BC Posting Closes: April 15, 2021 Posting Closes: April 15, 2021

Field Repair Worker Program Liaison Term Full-time Term Full-time (One Year) Community Operations Ta na wa Shéway i7x̱ w ta Úxwumixw Squamish Valley Operations North Vancouver, BC Squamish, BC Posting Closes: April 8, 2021 Posting Closes: April 8, 2021

Senior Admin Officer Program Navigator Permanent Full-time (School Term) Term Full-time (One Year) Ta7lnew̓ ás Education, Employment & Training Ta na wa Shéway i7x̱ w ta Úxwumixw Squamish Valley Operations North Vancouver, BC Squamish, BC Posting Closes: April 8, 2021 Posting Closes: April 8, 2021

Program Coordinator Special Education Assistant Permanent Full-time (Funding based) Casual Ta7lnew̓ ás Education, Employment & Training Ta7lnew̓ ás Education, Employment & Training North Vancouver, BC North Vancouver, BC Posting Closes: April 8, 2021 Posting Closes: April 8, 2021

Policy Analyst Early Childhood Educator Permanent Full-time Positions: On Call/Temporary Nation Services Ayás Mén̓ men Child & Family Services North Vancouver, BC West Vancouver, BC Closes: ongoing Closes: ongoing

Home Care Nurse Assessor Teacher (on going recruitment) Permanent Full-time On-Call Ta7lnew̓ ás Education, Employment & Training Yúustway Health and Wellness North Vancouver, BC Squamish, BC Closes: ongoing Closes: ongoing

CURRENT SQUAMISH NATION JOB POSTINGS on March 31, 2021

On-call / Temporary opportunities for: Receptionist / Administration support If interested, please apply online at: https://applynow.net.au/jobs/SN71-receptionist-administration-support

For all other On-call / Temporary opportunities , please apply online at: https://squamish.applynow.net.au/jobs/SN84-general-applications

To view all current job postings and to apply, go to: http://www.squamish.net/jobs/ ALL applications must be submitted using the on-line application Any questions, please contact: [email protected] OR Chén̓ chenstway Human Resources 604-985-8335 3-380-Welch Street, West Vancouver, B.C. V7P 0A7

UPDATE FROM THE NCH’KAỶ BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Board of Directors of Nch’kaỷ are pleased to announce to the members of the Squamish Nation that we are expanding the Executive team at Nch’kaỷ so that we can effectively ensure the economic interests of the members are at the front and centre of the organization’s priorities and mandate as we get up and running.

We are pleased to announce that Toby Baker is going to be taking on the important job as Executive Vice President of Real Estate Development. In this role he will be actively overseeing the biggest project ever undertaken by the Squamish Nation, Senakw, as well as moving forward other real estate opportunities on behalf of the Squamish Nation.

We are starting a nation wide search for a new CEO, the job post is linked to this mesage. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply! We are committed to finding the best and the brightest for this role and ideally someone with experience working with or in the Indigenous environment.

We think it will take us some time to find the right CEO and so Toby has graciously agreed to continue as the acting CEO while we do the search. We look forward to introducing the new CEO to the Squamish Nation community when we have concluded the search. Nch’kaỷ is excited to expand our team! If you are interested please apply to [email protected].

Nch’kaỷ was established in 2018 as the economic development arm of the Squamish Nation. Its mandate is to develop, man- age and own the active businesses of the Nation, and was created to allow for the separation of business and politics within the Squamish Nation. The name Nch’kaỷ was chosen as a reference to the Great Flood – the flood that forced Squamish Nation ancestors to tie their canoes to the highest mountain in the territory, Mount Garibaldi, in order to survive.

BOOKKEEPER To work with the Finance team to execute full cycle bookkeeping, including appropriate and timely processing and collection of accounts receivable, processing and payment of invoices, monthly payroll, orders and vouchers and expense reports for the Vancouver office.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE: • High School diploma • Completion of certificate or diploma in accounting and/or business would be considered an asset • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role • Indigenous experience will be an asset, but not required

MARINA MANAGER Reporting to the Department Head, CEO of Nch’kay Development; this position oversees the operational, financial workflow and budget management associated with the Lynnwood Marina, Mosquito Creek Marina, and New Brighton Dock. The incumbent is responsible for four (4) main areas: the overall operations of the Marinas, management of Marina staff, assessing new opportunities at the Marinas to increase profitability and the undertaking of new project work as directed by the defined in annual project goals and the Department Head.

Education • Bachelors Degree specializing in Business Management, Property Management, Finance or Operations Management from a recognized post- secondary institution. • As career progresses, will be required to successfully complete job required, short-term upgrading, training and courses relating to marina management, workplace safety, first aid and staff supervision.

Level of Experience • Ten (10) years of directly-related experience in the majority of specialities listed in job description including marina management, staff supervision, customer service, training and budgetary responsibilities, etc. • Experience with estimating costs of mid-large scale projects is desirable. • Strong Financial and performance monitoring. • Experience managing a team of 5+ employees. • Demonstrating commitment to developing long-term relationships with customers and vendors. • Experience as an intermediate user of the Internet and Microsoft Office Applications – Outlook (Email), Word, Excel, etc. • Previous experience working in a First Nations business revenue environment/community (particularly Squamish) is preferred.

NCH’KAỶ DEVELOPMENT CORP. APPLY TO: [email protected]

Are you a youth, age 16-21 looking for support to build independence, create connections in your community and gain important life-skills?

The Sheway̓ ántsut (‘growing up’) program is a 10-week group offered through Ayás Mén̓ men Child & Family Services. This program is for Squamish Nation youth who want to build independence, create connections in their community and gain essential life-skills to help support in their transition to adulthood, grounded in Squamish cultural teachings.

Am I eligible?

 Squamish Nation youth, age 16-21 years living on or off-reserve across the Squamish Valley & lower mainland  Desire to participate, learn and meet regularly with support team & other youth  Have goals around learning more about building independence, growing connection to your community and cultural teachings Date: April 7 2021 – June 9 2021 (fall 2021 session will also be offered)

Location: This program will be offered on zoom & in-person (following all covid-19 protocols) Topics to be covered during the program:

 Squamish Nation cultural & traditional teachings  Health & well-being, self-care, medicine wheel  Cooking & nutrition  Finances & budgeting  Employment & post-secondary school  Healthy relationships and communication  An overview of what Squamish Nation departments can offer to support you in your transition to adulthood and community supports  Incentive program for regular attendance is a part of the program

If this is something that interests you please contact Ayás Mén̓ men to register 604-985-4111.

Election Date Referendum Q&A March 26, 2021

1) Why are we holding a referendum on Council election dates?

In 2016 and 2017, the Electoral Commission held more than 30 community and family meetings, as well as online engagement sessions, to hear from membership what changes they wanted for Squamish Nation governance, including changes to Council and the voting process. This feedback was included in a new Election and Referendum Law that was approved by membership on December 6, 2018. One of the changes suggested by membership during the Electoral Commission engagement was to the timing of Council elections. The Electoral Commission decided further engagement with membership was needed, which is why we are holding a second referendum.

2) How can I vote in this referendum?

Squamish Nation members 18 years of age and older have the choice to vote online, in-person, or by mail in this referendum:

Vote online

Members can vote online from March 26, 2021 to April 10, 2021 at 8:00 p.m.

To register to vote online, visit: www.onefeather.ca/nations/squamish

You will be required to provide your status number, date of birth, email address, and phone number.

If you have any issues or require support with voting online, please contact:

Phone: 1-250-384-8200 or 1-855-923-3006 (Toll-free) Email: [email protected]

Vote in-person

Members can vote in-person on April 10th from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Page 1 of 3 Locations: Totem Hall and Chief Joe Mathias Centre

All in-person voting will be conducted in accordance with current COVID-19 personal health and safety guidelines issued by the British Columbia Provincial Health Officer, including requirements for physical distancing and wearing masks that cover the nose and mouth. Your cooperation to ensure the safety of our voting staff, voters, and Elders is appreciated.

Vote by mail

All members 18 years of age and older who live off-reserve should have received their mail-in ballot package in the mail to their address on file.

On-reserve members and those who haven’t received their package can request a mail-in ballot by contacting OneFeather Support:

Phone: 1-250-384-8200 or 1-855-923-3006 (Toll-free) Email: [email protected]

Please state that your enquiry is regarding the Squamish Nation’s referendum and be prepared to provide your name, status number or birth date, and contact information.

3) How were the two dates being voted on in the referendum chosen?

Earlier this year, the Electoral Commission asked members to complete an online survey to choose two dates for future Council elections that should be voted on in the referendum. Based on the survey results, the two election dates that members are voting on are:

 September 26, 2021, and on the last Sunday of September every four years after that; and  April 24, 2022, and on the last Sunday of April every four years after that.

Page 2 of 3 4) How many votes are needed to choose the date for upcoming and future elections?

The date for upcoming and future elections must be approved by 60 per cent of eligible voters who vote in the referendum.

For example, if 4,000 members voted in the referendum, the option with at least 2,400 votes would win.

If neither option gets the 60 per cent approval threshold, then the first Sunday in December every four years will remain the general voting day for Council elections.

5) Will choosing a new election date shorten or lengthen the current Council’s term?

Yes, the term of the current Council may change, if that is what the eligible voters decide:

 If eligible voters select September 26, 2021 as the next Council election date, the current Council’s term would end in early October 2021, rather than January 2022.

 If eligible voters select April 24, 2022, as the next Council election date, the current Council’s term would end in early May 2022, rather than January 2022.

If neither option gets the 60 per cent approval threshold, then the current Council’s term will end in early January 2022.

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