MUSQUEAM NEWSLETTER Thursday May 30, 2019 Tel: 604-263-3261, Toll Free: 1-866-282-3261, Fax: 604-263-4212

Inside this issue: Community Mtg. 2

Fisheries Nominations 3 Multi-Family Housing news 4-6 HR/ MIB Job Postings 7

Every Tuesday for 6 weeks Musqueam Recreation and UBC Education 8-17 Aquatics Emp.&Trg. 18-19 will be hosting a family swim night at UBC. Housing Dept. 20-21 Next Swim Night June 4, 2019 Remaining News 22-42 Bus leaves @ 6:30 pm from Community Centre

Activities for May 28th, 2019 include:

 Safety orientation (7:15 in the lobby)

 Aqua Zumba

 Lifejacket fittings for children

 Diving for treasure kids activity

 Water basketball Hydroboard sample (kids and adults test out your balance ST. MICHAELS’ CHURCH Please come join us for Sun- day Mass @12:45 PM @ our St. Michaels’ Church… For safety reasons parents must attend with their children or Every Sunday we gather. in a small group with an adult. Thank you, Jeannie Camp- For more information email [email protected] or bell (C: 604-781-5641)

SAFETY & SECURITY PATROL ~ 604-968-8058 Community Meeting Notice: Iona Island Wastewater Treatment Plant

Metro Vancouver is planning to build a new wastewater treatment plant to replace the existing facility on Iona Island. The project site is located across the Fraser River from the Musqueam community. In this first session, Metro Vancouver will present plans for the project and outline early work planned for the site. Metro Vancouver staff will be there to answer questions and collect feedback from Musqueam community members.

Wednesday June 5, 2019 Musqueam Community Centre Classrooms #1 & #2 Dinner served at 5:30pm Presentation and Dialogue at 6:00pm

First session of three

To share additional questions or concerns, please contact: Chris Raftis, Project Analyst [email protected] / 604-269-3388 The Longhouse Dialogues

We Welcome Your Participation from May 31 - June 5th, 2019 The Longhouse Dialogues is a Women Deliver Mobilization-satellite event, hosted and installed with the permission of the Squamish, Musqueam & Tsleil-Waututh Nations within their shared territories at Harbour Green Park nearby the Vancouver Convention Centre. Ideally situated to capitalize on the momentum and energy of this unique global gathering, The Longhouse Dialogues complements the conference while taking a grassroots approach and emphasizing the inclusion of local, young, and Indigenous women’s voices.

Four non-permanent, traditional Longhouses (in the style of the Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka’wakw and Pacific Island peoples) will be erected to create a village-like setting. These Longhouses will provide a backdrop to a series of timely and exciting BC-focused, Canadian-centric events and dialogues that will explore pertinent issues to women and girls. The Longhouse Dialogues will honour Indigenous ways of communicating and offer the general public the opportunity to engage in important dialogues in a safe, inclusive, and non-partisan manner.

The Longhouse Dialogues affords thousands of members of the general public, Indigenous peoples, and conference attendees from around the world – including leaders from various levels of government – the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with one another in authentic and intimate gathering spaces.

We are pleased to invite your communities to engage in this project and help us host these Longhouses! Programs take place daily from 9:30 am - 9:00 pm. Light refreshments will be available, but do bring your own comfort gear and camping chair.

Key dates: May 31 (Friday) Opening of the Longhouses (11 am – 1:30 pm) June 1 (Saturday) Youth Day (9:30 am – 9:00 pm) June 2 (Sunday) We Deliver (11:30 am – 9:00 pm) A major ceremonial gathering is set to take place at approximately 4 pm. June 3 (Monday) BC Women Deliver (9:30 am – 9:00 pm) On this date, the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women National Report is expected to be released. A ceremony to symbolically uphold women will also take place. Everyone is welcome to join the procession which will start at the Vancouver Convention centre beginning at noon. June 5 (Wednesday) Closing of the Longhouses (5:30 pm)

We have opportunities for watchmen/watchwomen, artists, cultural presenters, speakers, volunteers and more.

For more information, visit: www.longhousedialogues.com or contact Sheryl Rivers, Cultural Coordinator 778-686-5585 and by email at [email protected]

The Longhouse Dialogues are brought to you by:

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CALL FOR ARTISANS & CRAFTSPEOPLE

Musqueam’s National Aboriginal Day celebration will be held on Friday, June 21, 2019 between 11am and 3pm. Musqueam Administration is seeking Musqueam artisans and craftspeople to demonstrate their skills and Musqueam traditions at our celebration. This may include weavers, carvers, beaders, painters, sewers, knitters, drum-makers, etc. Each artisan will receive an honorarium of $100. Please submit your name, a few words about the skill/craft you will demonstrate, and your contact information to Christina Nahanee (Executive Assistant) at [email protected] by June 14, 2019. The tables will be set-up in the lot outside the Cultural Centre from 11am to 3pm.

CALL FOR VENDORS

We invite all vendors who wish to display their products or merchandise at the Aboriginal Day celebration on Friday, June 21, 2019 to book a table for the event. All vendors please contact Lindsay Gibson (Job Coach) at (604) 269-3355 or [email protected] by June 14, 2019. Please note: this year’s celebration will be held outdoors (rain or shine). The tables will be set-up along Musqueam Avenue, outside the Community Centre. Please provide your own shelter, tent, or umbrella for protection from the sun or rain.

CALL FOR BANNOCK

We are seeking four (4) Musqueam members to make bannock for our National Aboriginal Day lunch. Successful bidders will make 200 pieces of bannock each. Ingredients will not be provided by Musqueam. The bannock must be pan fried (not deep fried or baked), cooked the day of the event, and at least 4 inches wide. Please submit your bid, including your name, contact information, and proof of current Food Safe certification, to Karen Grant at [email protected] by June 14, 2019.

CALL FOR ENTERTAINERS

We are seeking performers for this year’s National Aboriginal Day celebration on Friday, June 21, 2019. Individual and group entertainers are welcome to apply. The celebration will take place and performances will occur between 1pm and 3pm in the Gymnasium. Each performance will consist of 2 songs and each individual performer will receive an honorarium of $100. Please submit the name of the act, type of performance, number of performers, and your contact info to Noreen Point (Facilities Coordinator) at the Musqueam Community Centre or by e-mail at [email protected] by June 14, 2019.

For general information about Musqueam’s Aboriginal Day celebration, please contact Karen Grant at 604.263.3261

NOMINATIONS

MUSQUEAM FISHERIES COMMISSION FOUR (4) CANDIDATES TO BE ELECTED FOR A THREE (3) YEAR TERM

Notice is hereby given to the ON RESERVE electors of the Musqueam Indian Band that a Nomination Meeting will be held to nominate FOUR (4) candidates for the Fisheries Commission of the Musqueam Indian Band consisting of 4 being elected for a THREE (3) year term, and that such nominations will be open from 4:30PM until 7:30PM at the Musqueam Administration Office in the Chief & Council Board Room, on TUESDAY JUNE 18, 2019

NOTE: THIS ELECTION PROCESS IS INTERNAL AS PER THE TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE MUSQUEAM FISHERIES COMMISSION, PLEASE INFORM YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS OFF RESERVE AS THERE WILL NOT BE AN OFF RESERVE MAIL OUT.

______Jocelyn Campbell-Axson Electoral Officer

Multi‐Family Affordable Rental Housing Community Update Housing & Lands Departments

The multi-family housing development we’re working on will create about 74 new affordable rental homes for up to 200 Musqueam members. This is one of the first multi-family housing developments on-reserve that will receive funding from BC Housing. This development presents us with a historic opportunity to welcome home Musqueam members who have been separated from our community for far too long. It’s also a chance for us to address the significant overcrowding for some families currently living on and off-reserve.

To date, two information sessions have been held— the first information session took place on April 24th, followed by a session on May 22nd. Some of the feedback we have heard so far includes questions, comments, and concerns regarding:

‐ Excitement about the opportunity for members to move back to community ‐ Urgent housing needs ‐ By-law enforcement, tenancy rules and regulations ‐ Tenant eligibility, and the application process ‐ The development site

… and much more! Thank you to all who have attended these sessions and/or have given feedback.

How to help ensure you stay informed? • register on the members‐only portal of MIB website (information on following pages) • email [email protected] to be added to the contact list • watch for updates on the MIB Bulletins Facebook page • complete and submit the general member contact and consent form (attached) • attend information sessions (June 26th Information Session has been rescheduled. New date to be determined)

Questions? Email: [email protected] Call Administration: 604‐263‐3261

Keeping Musqueam Members Informed

We encourage Band members to update your contact information with Administration regularly. This helps to ensure that we can reach you to provide information about programs, services, and initiatives in a timely manner. We’re also working to expand our digital outreach to membership this year. We hope that you’ll check back and engage often. a) If you haven’t recently done so, please complete and submit the member contact form attached. (Scan or photo of a completed, signed form can be emailed to Membership.) b) We also encourage you to register for the members‐only portal on the MIB website.

Here’s how: go to www.musqueam.bc.ca 1) Click on “Members Area” in the top right

2) Enter basic information so that we can verify your identity and establish a user account.

Once you’ve submitted this info, the Membership Registrar will review to affirm you’re a registered Band member and authorize access.

3) Within 2‐3 business days, you should receive a confirmation email advising that you are registered, and you can login in to view members‐only content.

Note: content in the members‐only portal is currently limited. We will be adding new information as it becomes available. Please check back regularly. c) Use facebook? Search for the MIB Bulletins page and request to be added to the group!

Questions or feedback re: communications with members? Email: [email protected]

Musqueam Indian Band Administration

Updating Band Member Contact Information – Spring 2019 In order to ensure that we can inform members about initiatives in a timely manner and effectively provide services to our community, it is very important for Administration to maintain accurate contact information for our membership. We encourage you to provide us with your current information, so we can ensure that our contact list is up to date. Please know that we respect your privacy and understand the importance of protecting your personal information, and are committed to compliance with federal Personal Information Protection legislation (PIPEDA). We will only collect, use, and disclose your contact information for the following purposes: ‐ to enable Administration/Chief & Council to send mail to you, when necessary for service delivery to our community, including correspondence relating to membership, distributions, and dividends; ‐ to provide you with emergency, safety, election, fisheries, meeting, or other such notices; invitations to community events; and newsletters; and other important information about current MIB initiatives ‐ to enable MIB to establish and maintain reasonable contact with you via e‐mail or telephone in the course of service delivery, related to various programming and initiatives of service groups of MIB Administration. By providing your information below, you are providing informed consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information within MIB Administration, for the purposes listed above. We will not share or use your information for any other purpose without your approval. If you have any questions or would like further information about our records and privacy policies, please do not hesitate to contact our Records Specialist, Kevin Owen, at [email protected]. hay čxʷ q̓ə ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐

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Please return this completed form to Jocelyn Campbell‐Axson, Membership Registrar. Signed copies can be dropped off or mailed to the Admin office, or emailed to [email protected] (scanned copies or photos of original signed form) MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND 6735 SALISH DRIVE VANCOUVER, B.C. CANADA V6N 4C4 TELEPHONE: 604 263-3261 FAX: 604 263-4212

The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional territory once occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name Musqueam relates back to the flowering plant, məθkʷəy,̓ which grows in the Fraser River estuary. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) – People of the məθkʷəy ̓ plant. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community maintains strong cultural and traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a strong community of over 1,300 members. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca. At Musqueam we strive to create a progressive workplace.

Musqueam Indian Band is currently hiring for the following positions Title & Rights Manager In-House Counsel Finance Manager Council Clerk Project Analyst Traditional Wellness Worker National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADP) Worker Medical Officer Assistant (MOA) Part-time Home Care Attendants (1 Permanent Part-time; 1 Casual) Health Administrative Generalist Mental Wellness Clinician Brighter Futures Breakfast Club Part-time Assistant, Health Mentors: Employment & Training Data Entry Clerk, Full-time, Employment & Training Tenant Relations Clerk, Full-time, Housing

Please apply on line at https://www.musqueam.bc.ca/jobs If you have any question or would like a detailed job description, please contact

Human Resources at [email protected]

*** If you require any help in accessing a computer, resume writing, job interview coaching or anything related to the job application process the Employement and Training Departments and the Human Resources would be more than happy to help. ** Musqueam Education Notice Friday May 30, 2019 Answer to last weeks riddle: a stamp

This week: Some months have 30 days, and some months have 31 days. How many have 28?

Musqueam Graduation Catering and Information If you are interested in catering for the Musqueam Grad Celebration, please submit a sample menu including prices to Debbie Point by email: [email protected]; or in person. Additional details– menu should serve 300, and include fish. Deadline: June 7th at 4:00pm

The Musqueam Graduation Celebration will be on Thursday, June 27, 2019 from 4:30pm—7:00pm at the Musqueam Gymnasium. We hope to see you there!!

If you know of any band members who are graduating from pre-school, grade 7, grade 12, or post-secondary please let the Education department know so we can include them in the graduation celebration.

Important Reminder for Parents:

Please make sure your children are registered for school this September, it is important to register early to ensure students get priority placement; grade 1-12 priority registration closes June (Second Friday) and spaces fill quickly.

Education Department: Faye Mitchell, Education Coordinator,

Quote of the day: Debbie Point, Education Assistant, ʺKnowledge will bring you the opportunity to make a difference.” Cary Campbell, School Bus Driver, – Claire Fagan Ph. # 604 - 263 - 3261 Fax # 604 - 263– 4212 Toll free: 1-866-282-3261 Graduation 2018-2019: Student List

Below is the list of grade 7, 12, and Post-Secondary students to be included in the Graduation Celebration. Please look through the list and let the education department know if you notice anyone missing or any spelling mistakes. Thank

GRADE 7 Chantelle Grant Sierra Cote Richard Palmer-Thomas Persels Paul Leela Scarff-Sparrow Tabetha Adams Summer Cannell Sebastian Grant Tamara Hall Kate Harkey Aleia Robson-Johnny Alexander Sydorko GRADE 12 Jan Phillips Wilson Mearns Graeme Taylor Marcus Rice La-Fortune Sandra Cortez-Dan Robert Stogan Carrie Sparrow Jonah McMillan Amber Cornick Hannah Grant Phebe Speck Ethan Pavlic Nivana Edwards-Point Taylor Paul Kamryn Sparrow Gary Connor Louis Eric Dan Makala Louis POST SECONDARY Lauren Mitchell Eryk Zabicki Brett Sparrow Mark Guerin Karii Point Corrina Sparrow Andrew Phillips Kelly Louis Jr. Monica Sparrow Linae Point MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND

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Graduates of the Health Care Assistant Program at Langara College (2017): Tracy Sparrow, Evangeline Guerin, Julie Sparrow, Paige Baker, Laura Paul UPGRADE YOUR FUTURE

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upgrade math, Learn Musqueam Get guaranteed Get access to science, and sn9wey94 from acceptance at more jobs and English skills. Jim Kew and Langara College. opportunities! others. Continue on to university. start here. A Musqueam high school upgrading opportunity. Made with you, for you, to help you reach your goals. A partnership of Musqueam Indian Band and snaweya4 lelarh Langara College

TMt COUEGt OP HIGHSt UAtNING. THI COLUCi Of HIQIEt igARMINC. Doesn't suit your schedule? We can find something that works for you!

o ^ How long will it take me to finish? To start you will take an assessment for MON-FRI 9AM-4PM ^ math and English. After this, we can estimate a timeline for completion.

Lunch break - 12pm-lpm What is the cost? This course is offered tuition-free. All that is needed is Wednesday mornings - free your motivation and commitment. Friday afternoons - special ^ Can I receive financial support while in the program? A living stipend or cultural workshops ^ completion bonus may be available. MIB Employment and Training can discuss options with you once you have done an assessment.

CULTURE + CONTEXT SN3WEY31 MUSQUEAM KNOWLEDGE Program Coordinator 3im Kew and other knowledge keepers will guide the program and share snawey34(traditional Musqueam teaching). Learn about your culture and the current opportunities for Musqueam people.

PROGRAM PERSONALIZED TO MEET YOUR NEEDS No matter where you are at now, you can learn these skills up to BC high school graduation level and beyond. /ENGLISH:Upgrade your reading and writing skills to Grade 12 level using Indigenous texts, Musqueam stories, and interesting current OMATH:Band projects.Make connections between numbers. Learn to use math in life: solve practical problems, manage finances, use statistics and data, understand graphs, and more.

SCIENCE: Make connections between scientific principles and Indigenous knowledge and ways of life. p n y 11 n i Finishing this program gets you guaranteed acceptance to study at D U li U U > snaweya4 lelam Langara College. Upgrading high school is your first step!

To register or get more information, please contact: Point, Education Assistant Faye Mitcheil. Education Manager 604-263-3261 604-263-3261 [email protected] [email protected] CANADA POST AWARDS FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS

This $2000 award is for any indigenous student who has been out of school for over 12 months, and returns to complete a year of secondary, or post secondary school.

If you have a student that has returned to school after an absence, please have them apply I httD://aboriginalstudents.ca/site-sponsors/canada-post/

2019 Canada Post Awards for Indigenous Students Apply by August 31, 2019

Who can apply?

You're eligible to apply if you: Are a Canadian and a member of a First Nation, Metis or Inuit community Have been out of school for 1 year or more and are returning Have already returned to school and completed 1 full year of studies Have never received this award in the past (you can apply as many times as you want, but you can only receive the award once)

Get more information on the Canada Post Awards for indigenous Students

contact us or contact Indigenous Link directly at 866-225-9067. ^ Native Education College Where Learners Become Leaders

April 15,2019

Dear Parents/Guardians,

The NEC Native Education College in partnership with "Tagfes of 'Tomorrow XcCucation Society", a registered Canadian Charity, will be ofTering a 2019 Summer Mathematics Program for Aboriginal students currently in Grades 7-11 who are transitioning into Grades 8 -12 in September 2019.

rd like to invite your child to apply to participate in The Summer Mathematics Program to be held at NEC Native Education College (located at 285 East Ave. Vancouver) from Wednesday, July 3 to Tuesday, July 30 , 2019.

The weekly schedule will be:(Changes may he made when necessary) Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 1:00pm Mathematics / Youth Empowerment /Elders Teachings

Children will receive refreshments each day as well as a scholarship of $50 per week for having perfect attendance and strona work habits. The scholarship will be awarded based on attendance and upon successful completion of the work assigned each week.

We believe that successful completion of the program will give students an opportunity to build a solid foundation in mathematics which will enable them to graduate from High School with Regular Academic Mathematics.

AN APPLICATION FORM IS ATTACHED. PLEASE SUBMIT ONE APPLICATION PER CHILD AVAILABLE FOR PROGRAM DATES NOTED ABOVE, AND MEETING GIL\DE REQUIREMENTS BY JUNE 14,2019 TO: Admissions Office by email: [email protected] or by fax: 604-873-1440 NOTE; Photographs of participants taken at The Summer Mathematics Program and written materials by students may be published in NEC brochures and other publications.

Sincerely,

Dan Guinan President

285 East 5th Ave., Vancouver B.C.. V5n H2| P. 604.873,3772 F. 604.873.9152 E. [email protected] j necvanCOUVer.org 2019 Summer Mathematics Program—APPLICATION FORM — NEC Native Education College

To submit an application for your child to attend the 2019 Summer Mathematics Program, please complete the following:

Student:(Name in Capitals) Phone Number

School Name Current Grade

Guardian Name (Capitals) Phone Number

Address

EXPECTATIONS,GUIDELINES, POLICIES AND RULES We want to make sure that participants in The Summer Mathematics Program are safe, and that students make the most of their time at NEC within the program. Students are expected to abide by the guidelines, policies and rules outlined below. Please note that as a condition for participating in this program, you agree to the following: • Respect all students, teachers, supervisors and NEC property. • Listen to the teachers, supervisors, tutors, elders, and other students. • Maintain a positive attitude throughout the program! • Be on time and attend every day. • Cell phones and other electronic devices must be "switched off in class. • Complete and hand in assigned homework as and when required. • Students who come late will lose all or part of the daily scholarship. Those who arrive later than 10:00 am will be considered absent for the day. • Students with more than three absences will be required to discontinue from the program. • Students with more than four late arrivals will be required to discontinue from the program. Physical violence, bullying, harassment, teasing, possession of weapons (including materials as weapons), or behaviors that threaten the safety of any member of the program will not be tolerated. Summer Mathematics Program teachers and staff will determine what is considered to be appropriate behavior and attendance record, and their decision will be final. By signing below you agree to the above guidelines and policies.

Guardian Signature Student Signature

Date: Five Week Emerging Indigenous Scholars Summer camp; The Emerging Indigenous Scholars is a Langara-UBC Program designed for Indigenous students currently in grades 9 tol2. Each year 30 Aboriginal students are selected to participate in the summer program. Students attend 5 days a week to take courses in math and English in the morning,three afternoons a week they work with a member of the University community in an area of their choice, and on Thursdays they meet in a circle with various members of the Aboriginal community to learn about Indigenous cultures, and discuss career possibilities among other things. Students get breakfast, lunch and up to $500 for their Internship job at the University. This year the program will run from July 2 to August 2. For more information contact Dr. Melania Alvarez at Melania(5)math.ubc.ca or call 604 603-7625.

INDIGENOUS STUDENT SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITY University of British Columbia -Summer Science Program (Applications are now open)

What is the Summer Science Program? A one-week cultural, health and science program for Indigenous students in grades 8-11. Students will have the opportunity to stay in dorms at the University of British Columbia and be immersed in a university experience.

Who can apply? Must be of First Nations, Inuit, or Metis Ancestry, Must be entering grades 9-12 in Fall 2019

When is it? Session 1: Grades 10 & 11 - June 30- July 6'^ 2019

Session 2: Grades 8 & 9- July 7*** -July 13*^ 2019

• What is the cost? Upon acceptance, a $200 fee must be provided. This will cover all costs while students are at UBC • Travel to and from Vancouver is not included in the fee. • Students are encouraged to apply for funding from their band or school district • Bursaries to cover the program fee of $200 can be available upon acceptance and as per request More Questions? Contact us or connect with us on social media summer.sclence(g)ubc.ca

Tel. 604-827-1444 Become an intern In Peru through CWY's Pathways to indigenous Youth Leadership Program!

Are you between 18 and 26 years old and Interested in improving your professional, communication & leadership skills? Are you open to an experience in Peru that will be both challenging and rewarding? Are you interested in engaging in a dynamic, multicultural environment? If this sounds like the direction you would like to take, the Pathways to Indigenous Youth Leadership Program may be right for you.

Canada World Youth is launching its fourth edition of Pathways to Indigenous Youth Leadership Program, a 6-month international development internship, including 4 months in Peru. Through participation in overseas development projects, and access to training and mentorship, you will increase your capacity to address international development issues overseas and in your own communities while exploring educational and employment opportunities.

The following costs are covered by the program:

• Travel, food and accommodation costs related to the internship • Out of country emergency medical insurance for the duration of the volunteer agreements • Pre-departure orientation • Vaccinations • Local project-related transportation • Monthly pocket money allowance • Spanish language classes

For the 2019-20 edition, CWY is recruiting 34 Canadian Indigenous Youth between 18 to 26 years old who have completed high school but have not completed post-secondary studies and are available for six months between July and December 2019. For more information about the program call 1-800-605-3526, ext. 350

Canada World Youth's Pathways to Indigenous Youth Leadership Program is funded by Global Affairs Canada's International Aboriginal Youth Internship Initiative.

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July 8-12 (1st week) Basic Hand Tools Table and Jig Saw Operation

July 15- Aug 23 (Optional 6 weeks) Annacis Island Carpet Installation Hardwood Floors Resilient Flooring Laminate Cork Floors Bamboo Level 1 First Aid Forklift Certification

Contact: Contact: Lindsay Gibson Terry Sparrow Job Coach Job Coach Tel: 604-269-3355 Tel: 604-269-3376 [email protected] [email protected]

COMPANY There is No Pre-requisite for this Course All Tools and Materials will be Provided

Musqueam Indian Band 6735 Salish Drive Vancouver, BC V6N 4C4 604-269-3461 Like our page on Facebook: MIB Employment and Training Department UBC SAUDER CH'NOOK PRESENTS ACCELERATED BUSINESS PROGRAM

Interested in learning the basics of business, becoming an entrepreneur or want to take your business to the next level? Join us and develop valuable skills!

Program Description Ch'nook's Accelerated Business Program aims to help individuals build confidence to advance in their current position, create their own business, or change career paths.

Skills Training In: Idea development, business plan, marketing, finance, daily operations, and more!

Ju ne 18th - July 25th Tu esday & Thursday with Dinner at 5:15 PM then Class from 6:00-8:00 PM M usqueam Community Centre: 6777 Salish Drive Vancouver

Interested? Contact the Musqueam Employment & Training Department at [email protected]

Musqueam Health Department Newsletter May 30, 2019

Home & Community Care Program Home Care Nurse: Romeo Cosio, RN The Home Care Program is available to our community members to assist with hospital discharges, home care aides, and all medical supplies & equipment. Home care services & medical equipment require a note from your doctor with your needs specified. Home Care Office Phone: 604-263-6539

Romeo’s Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday Thursday & Friday from 8:30-5:30 Tuesdays - Off Phone: 604-269-3463 or email: [email protected] or [email protected]

The Arjo Tub Program: Is available at the Elder’s Centre between 7-9am Mon.-Fri. Please provide a doctor’s order for the use of the Arjo tub; describing your condition, and how often you are advised to use the tub per week. Please call the Nurse Assistant for a Tub appointment @ 604 655 0580.

Home Care Clients: If you will not be home during your scheduled hours - please contact the Nurse Assistant, Arlene Haldane – 604 269 3354 or 604 655 0580.

**Please note, the home care nurse may be on a house call so please leave a message. *For Emergencies Call 911 right away! *

Community Health Program Crystal Point, RN, CHN

Musqueam Pre- and Post-Natal Group

Are you pregnant or have you recently had a baby? Pre- and Post-Natal Group: Tuesdays noon-2 PM, Youth Centre Please join us for an informal drop-in group (partners welcome!). Lunch is provided. Please call ARLENE to pick up your vouchers. The Musqueam Health Department offers some valuable incentives to pre-natal and post-natal Mothers who live on reserve: From the onset of pregnancy, until 3 months postpartum we offer weekly $25.00 Save on Foods Gift cards for nutritious foods such as – milk, eggs, cheese, fruits & vegetables. Nursing pads, one box per week as needed A one-time gift of an Electric Breast pump. One per family Welcome gift for your new baby To register for the Program, call the Community Health Nurse Crystal Point, in the Health Dept.

Crystal Point, RN, CHN Hours: 9-3 | Tuesdays 9-3 Email: Crystal Point ([email protected]) Ph: 604-269-3313 Arlene Haldane, Assistant. Hours: 8:30-4:30 | Tuesdays 8:30-3:30 Ph: 604-269-3354

Musqueam Health Department Newsletter May 30, 2019

Many hay čxʷ q̓ə’s to those that made it out to our Diabetes Social last week!

Next Event: Diabetes Cooking Session When: June 26th 2019, 4pm—6pm

Where: Musqueam Club House (at the Soccer Field)

**REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Please phone Arlene, Nurses Assistant, to register!

604 269 3354 or [email protected]

*Spaces Limited*

First Nations Health Authority is looking for Children and Parent Model’s needed for a Dental Photoshoot.

The BC Dental Association is seeking 2 First Nations Children (ideally one boy and one girl) between the ages of 3—5 years old to model for a photoshoot they are organizing. The photoshoot will take place on Saturday June 8th at the UBC Dental Clinic.

The shots will feature each child in the dental chair; parent and child interacting with the dentist and/or certified dental assistant. The images will be used on their public site, yourdentalhealth.ca, and in various educational resources produced by the BCDA.

If you and your child are interested in volunteering for this project please contact Tonya Hyde, Production Coordinator at the BCDA at 604 714 2383 ASAP. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Participants will also receive digital images of their photos. The photoshoot may take up to 3 hours, there will be a cartoon/show to help entertain the children while not in front of the camera.

Musqueam Health Department Newsletter May 30, 2019

YOUTH CENTRE

June 3—7 təm sθəqəy ̓ Abigail Speck at the Youth Centre, 604-269-3465 Cell Phone 604-360-9171 Email: [email protected]

Monday June 3rd Tuesday June 4th Wednesday June 5th Thursday June 6th Friday June 7th syəl̕ewəɬnet sθəmənts sɬixʷs sχəʔaθəns sɬq̓ecəss

Scattergories Teens Night Pool Tournament Movie Night & Cooking Night Card Games

The Youth Centre will be open from 2:00 pm—9:00 pm Monday—Friday and open @9:00 am on professional days.

Children under 7 years old will be sent home; unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, who is at least 15 years or older

Safe Drinking Water Monitoring Program Charlene Campbell-Wood FACTS ON DRINKING WATER

Coliform Bacteria – Total Coliforms & E.Coli

 Total coliforms are a group of bacteria commonly found in the environment, for example in soil or vegetation, as well as the intestines of mammals, including humans.  Total coliform bacteria are not likely to cause illness, but their presence indicates that your water supply may be vulnerable to contamination by more harmful microorganisms.  Escherichia coli (E.coli) is the only member of the total coliform group of bacteria that is found only in the intestines of mammals, including humans.  The presence of E.coli in water indicates recent fecal contamination and may indicate the possible presence of disease-causing pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites.  Although most strains of E.coli bacteria are harmless, certain strains, such as E.coli 0157:H7, may cause illness. For more information click on www.hc-sg.ca click on Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines

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Chronic Disease Management Program Merv Kelly, Coordinator

Do you want to exercise but don’t know what’s best for you? I am available to assist all ages and levels of fitness for all community members, call me or drop by my office. We also assist with health information about Diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, etc., and how to help manage these.

Strength Training for clients who wish to do Strength Training, please provide a doctor’s note for clearance to workout with Merv.

Hours: Monday -Thursday: 8:30am - 2:30 pm / 5:00-6:00pm | Fridays: 8:30am – 3:30pm

**IF YOU ARE IN NEED of a glucometer, supplies, assistance with testing please see Crystal or Merv in the health department.

Merv Kelly | Chronic Disease Management Facilitator |604-263-3261 – Extension 3455 |Email: [email protected] Elder’s Wellness Chair Exercise session: Thursdays Time: 10:00 –12:00, lunch 12-1pm

Musqueam Elder’s Centre Brenda Campbell, Elder’s Coordinator

Elder’s Wellness Chair Exercise session: Thursdays Time: 10:00 –12:00, lunch 12-1pm For more information, call Merv Kelly, CDMP, Health Department Ph.: 604-263-3261

Elder’s Ladies’ Night: Tuesday Evenings 6:00-8:00pm Join us for arts & crafts, or just to visit. Held at the Elder’s Centre. Please respect that this is for Elders Only.

Elder’s Drop-in Wednesday afternoon: 1: 00 – 4:00 pm Elder’s wanting to drop by the elder’s center to Play cards, puzzle’s, crafting, etc.

Brenda Campbell, Elder’s Coordinator | Ph.: 604-263-6312 | Email: [email protected]

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MUSQUEAM PRIMARY CARE CLINIC

Location: Musqueam Elders Centre, 4010 Si Lu Drive, Vancouver BC V6N 4K7

Clinic Hours are as follows: Clinic closed 12:00 – 1:00pm for lunch

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday June 3 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 Karen Chandra, NP Dr.Dumont, GP Karen Chandra, NP Karen Chandra, NP Karen Chandra, NP Clinic hours Clinic hours: Clinic hours Clinic hours Clinic hours 9:30-3:30 9:30-4:30 9:30-3:30 9:30-3:30 9:30-3:30

Please call into make an appointment, unfortunately we cannot accommodate drop in appointments

PRIMARY CARE FAMILY PHYSICIAN – Tuesday 9:30am – 4:00pm

Welcoming all Musqueam Community members; including infants and children; pregnant women; youth; adults and elders. Come and join our wonderful Musqueam Primary Care clinic and become a regular patient! Our team meets the highest standards necessary to provide you with safe and confidential health care. PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER – Monday, Wednesday - Friday 9:30am – 3:30pm

Services available:

 Check-ups (PAP, STI, Baby growth checks) and assessments  diagnosis and prescriptions

 testing (X-rays, ultrasounds and blood work)  birth control options  chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, C.O.P.D and lung disease)  immunizations, tetanus shots, etc., MEASLES VACCINE AVAILABLE

For an appointment please contact 604. 266. 0043

MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT Mackenzie Gomez- Monday, Wednesday – Friday 9:30am – 3:30pm and Tueday 9:30am-4pm (closed 12:00 – 1:00pm for lunch)

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Musqueam National Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program

Brad Morin

Brad is our NNADAP worker and he offers one to one counselling, treatment referrals, outpatient resources, information and support in relation to drug and alcohol use.

DROP-IN at the NNADAP Office 2nd floor of community centre or CALL to make an appointment: 604-269-3454

Program Hours Brad Morin’s hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday evenings 6:00 - 9:00 pm Saturdays & Sundays 1 - 5pm Brad’s Cell: 604 652 1368 Email: Brad Morin [email protected]

Coffee Time with Brad Coffee with Brad: Fridays, 6:00-7:00pm in the Café. Come enjoy coffee and chats about interests in recovery, healthy changes and other related stories and questions. Drop by to chat, share stories, questions & info and about substance abuse.

Art Therapy for Children, Youth & Adults Janice Carroll,

Adult Counselling sessions are available on Monday’s from 9am-2pm. The sessions are one hour, once a week, for Musqueam community members. Call or email Janice to make an appointment. Counselling for children & youth Tuesday to Friday.

My office is located in the Health Department at the community centre.

Quote of the week: Don’t be ashamed of your story. It will inspire others.

For more information, or to make an appointment call Janice Carroll Ph: 604-269-3453 | Email: [email protected]

MUSQUEAM HOUSING DEPARTMENT

The Musqueam Housing Department would like to remind our Social Housing and Section 95 Tenants that should you have Tenants move in and/or move out that you are to advise the Housing Department per the signed Rental Agreement. Each Tenant is responsible for contributing towards the monthly rent to the Musqueam Indian Band. Rent is due on the first of each month. The acceptable forms of payment are as follows:

- Cash, money order or cheque - Pre-authorized debit (PAD) or payroll deduction for Musqueam Indian Band Employees

We would also like to send out a reminder that the Housing Department requires that each Homeowner/Tenant contact Housing Department to Sign the New Rental Agreement for 2019.

Please keep in mind you need to continue to keep in contact/communicate with Housing Department to update us on NEW Telephone number or Email Address.

Thank you

The Musqueam Housing Department Housing Manager: Lorna Stewart

Housing Executive Assistant: Kerri Timothy Housing Admin Assistant: Brittany Point Maintenance: Mike Point

604-269-3381 Responsibility and Maintenance of Dwelling Surroundings

Bone Games

WE’VE ADDED MORE PRACTICES! Every Tuesday night—all welcome

ALL MUSQUEAM TEAMS CASH & TRADITIONAL TOURNAMENT MOVED TO JUNE 25th Go and register on a team now or you’ll miss out!

WHEN: 6:00pm...until it ends. WHERE: Musqueam Bighouse

Corrina Sparrow: 604‐269‐3319 The 3 F’s Girls Group

FEEL SUPPORTED AND HEARD IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT LET’S BUILD OURSELVES UP AND DEVELOP OUR STRENGTHS!

ARTS BASED FUN

• Open to All Self-Identifying Girls aged 11 to 16 (some exceptions to age limit can be made) • Next Session June 6th 2019 • Thursday’s 4:30 to 7pm • Dinner provided • Location: The Library Room in the Community Center

Please contact Meghan at 604.671.1258 or email: [email protected] Join Kiana - a heart-centered Arkaya Yoga Teacher and Healer STRESS TO SUCCESS CLASSES AT MIB IN THE YOGA ROOM Everyone welcome! Free P L E A S E D R O P I N

Enjoy a relaxed space to stretch, breathe and release away the days tensions and build practices towards an even more joyful life! Snacks & chats 7 - 7:30pm.

**Tuesdays 5:30pm to 7:30pm**

Next Class June 4th 2019

QUESTIONS? [email protected] OR 604 263 3269 IRSI SPEAKER SERIES JUNE EVENT

“Bringing Higher Education Home”

The Indigenous Research Support Initiative presents Deanna Nyce, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Wilp Wilxo’oskwhl Nisga’a Institute (WWNI). Deanna will tell the Nisga’a Nation’s success story of bringing Nisga’a education and research home, grounded in ancestral laws, teachings and wisdom. Deanna will describe the WWNI’s founding in 1983, leading up to and in preparation for the signing of the Nation’s historic treaty, as well as the Institute’s current status and impact on the community. Deanna will also speak about the Nisga’a Research Protocol and the Nation’s 25 years of governance of Nisga’a research. Friday, June 28, 2019 Location: BC Hydro Theatre, CIRS Building, 2260 West Mall, UBC 12 – 1:30 PM (lunch provided)

REGISTER: http://bit.ly/IRSISpeakerSeriesJune SEEKING ABORIGINAL WOMAN FOR COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY

KATHLEEN MAYRS CASTING IS WORKING ON A COMMERCIAL FOR AIR CANADA. WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN ABORIGINAL WOMAN BETWEEN THE AGES OF 55 – 70YRS YOUNG. SHE HAS A SMALLER STATURE.

AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY MAY 29TH, AND FRIDAY MAY 31ST AT OUR STUDIO NEAR OLYMPIC VILLAGE. AUDITIONS WILL TAKE APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES AND WILL BE BETWEEN 10:00am – 5:00pm (WHATEVER TIME IS CONVENIENT FOR YOU). IF YOU MAKE THE FIRST CUT YOU WILL BE NEEDED AGAIN FOR A CALLBACK ON TUESDAY, JUNE 4TH FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES. (THIS IS WHERE THE DIRECTOR WILL BE IN TOWN AND HE WILL MEET WITH THE SHORT LIST)

FINALLY, IF YOU ARE TO BOOK THE JOB, YOU WILL BE NEEDED FOR 1 OR 2 DAYS BETWEEN JUNE 17TH TO 19TH. THIS WILL SHOOT IN THE GREATER VANCOUVER AREA.

WHOEVER IS HIRED FOR THE JOB WILL OF COURSE BE PAID FOR THEIR TIME.

IF YOU OR ANYONE YOU KNOW ARE INTERESTED IN AUDITIONING, PLEASE SEND A PHOTO ALONG WITH YOUR EMAIL TO: [email protected] AND WE WILL SET UP AN APPOINTMENT WITH YOU.

PLEASE HELP US GET THE WORD OUT AND SHARE THIS WITH ANYONE YOU KNOW THAT MIGHT BE INTERESTED. MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND JUNE 1, 2019

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP NEWSLETTER

VOLUME 2, ISSUE 4 VISION c̓ɬhi:yɑy̓əstəl̕ ct tə ɬniməɬ xʷməθkʷəy̓əm k̓ʷ s xɑʔɬəmət ct tə sʔɑ:nɬ təməxʷ. stəʔe ʔə tθeʔ wə ɬəq̓əlləxʷəs ʔɑl̕ kʷθə m̓is yəʔey̓əqtɑl̕xʷ wə scəkʷəlɑməxəs kʷθə nəxʷskʷəyχθət. nəʔeməstəxʷ ct ceʔ kʷθə sʔɑ:nɬ syəθ ʔiʔ ƛ̓əw hɑʔkʷəx tə snəw̓eyəɬ k̓ʷ s xɑʔɬəmət ct kʷθə mək̓ʷ wet ʔiʔ kʷθə mək̓ʷ stem.

“We, the Musqueam, will work together to take care of our territory so the following generations will know how to be self-reliant. We will remember our own history and as well, use our traditional teachings to take care of everyone and everything on this earth”.

IN THIS ISSUE… From the Editor Page 2 Ecosystem Destruction Pages 2-3 Surviving the Summer Air Pages 4-5 Throw-away Society Pages 5-6 Summer Events Around Vancouver Pages 6-7 Contact Us Page 8

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FROM THE EDITOR

Hi everyone! On behalf of the Environmental Stewardship Department, I would like to wish everyone a happy June and a wholesome summer. As the Environmental Stewardship Coordinator, I have had a great time working with the Musqueam administration and Environmental Stewardship team over this past year. I have learned so much from both my coworkers and my community and cannot express my gratitude deeply enough.

Unfortunately, I am leaving the Environmental Stewardship Department to pursue my goal of working in human rights. I have applied to join the Elders, Youth and Environment Advisory group so that I can continue to be involved in decisions regarding Musqueam’s environment and I strongly encourage all youth and elders in our community to do the same. Friendly reminder to email [email protected] with a letter of intent if you are interested in joining. Also, with my leave, the position of Environmental Stewardship Coordinator will be posted shortly. If you think that you or someone you know would be a good fit, please apply!

A huge thank you to our team, Yeganeh, Ruthie, Mark, James and Jon for being so welcoming and supportive during my time with you.

Many thanks and have a great summer,

Zoë Craig-Sparrow

ECOSYSTEM DESTRUCTION

First, it’s important that we understand what an ecosystem is. An ecosystem is the combination of a community of living organisms (individual living creatures like plants or animals) with their non-living physical environment or habitat. In an ecosystem, plants, animals and other living organisms share the benefits of their particular space or environment such as air, food, water and soil. Ecosystems can be

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MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND JUNE 1, 2019 different sizes and can include different physical environmental traits, like being cold or hot or aquatic or terrestrial.

In ecosystems, all the organisms rely on each other as each organism has a specific role and purpose. Disturbing the balance of an ecosystem Ecosystems that have higher biodiversity, meaning more diverse of organisms and environments, are more stable and have greater resistance and resilience in the face of disturbances and destructive events. When an ecosystem is healthy and stable, we consider it to be a sustainable ecosystem which is capable of sustaining life and reproducing.

Ecosystem destruction is already happening throughout the world due to environmental destruction, extinction of species crucial to their respective ecosystems, and changing physical environments that are unsuitable for organisms. Coral reefs can be considered as a small underwater ecosystem, but the earth as a whole could also be considered an ecosystem on a large scale. With our earth, we can see that the ecosystem gets thrown out of balance by external factors such as too much carbon dioxide or methane, destroying the balance of the ecosystem. This unbalance can have devastating impacts on the ecosystem, including humans, through global warming, water shortage, and extinction of species. The impact of ecosystem destruction is eventually felt by every organism in an ecosystem in one or another due to the symbiotic, interdependent nature of the relationship.

In terms of coral reefs, 25% of our coral reefs have now disappeared due to ocean acidification, water pollution and illegal fishing, which poses a devastating threat to all of our marine life. In the past 60 years, approximately 60% of the Earth’s ecosystems have been degraded. This is largely due to us humans destroying ecosystems, with our lifestyle dependent on overusing our natural resources and creating pollution. Every aspect of ecosystems is important and when one disappears or is threatened, it creates a domino effect that can lead to the destruction of the entire ecosystem and devastating impacts on organisms.

Some of the impacts of ecosystem destruction include:  Increased flooding due to the erosion of soil and lack of trees  Rising of the sea levels due to the melting of the glaciers, caused by Global Warming  Disruption of the food chain when apex predators become extinct  Water shortage–we only have a finite supply of fresh drinking water  Food shortage as the lands become barren and the oceans become fishless  Loss of biodiversity as whole species of living things disappear due to deforestation  Pollution will eventually become unmanageable and affect our health.  Rising temperatures may be too much for all living things on the planet  Socio-economic consequences of depletion of resources

Ecosystems are important on any scale, and it is important for us to do what we can as Musqueam people to be stewards of the environment. Our local creek is considered an ecosystem and is endangered as the last salmon-bearing stream in the city! Working to promote sustainability on both small, local scales as well as large, global scales is extremely important. Contact Environmental Stewardship to inquire about ways to get more involved in local stewardship!

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SURVIVING THE SUMMER AIR

As high summer begins, the topic of air quality in Vancouver becomes a popular one as repeats of previous years become more likely. With dry summers and high-risk fire conditions continuing and worsening along the West Coast, the air quality levels during the summer will show increased pollution and health risks for residents. The effects of last summer’s smoke levels, for example, were comparable to smoking one-third of a pack of cigarettes every day. Over the past few summers, Vancouver has had worse air quality than notoriously hazy cities like Mexico City and Shanghai.

Wildfires in B.C., Washington, and Oregon contributed to the smoke haze that covered the lower mainland last year. The smoke was comprised of carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, volatile organic compounds (VOC’s), and traces of heavy metals; all of which are toxic and/or dangerous and when in very fine particulates or gaseous form it is easy for them to infiltrate the lining of the lungs or to even enter directly into the bloodstream. While the summer forest fire season is the primary source for the increase of fine particulates in the air, there are additional sources of air pollution that combine to create the overall conditions. Motor vehicles, industrial waste, and even emissions from agricultural activities contribute to the poor air quality. All together, these pollutants create chemical compounds like smog and ground-level ozone that further affect human health.

These effects include:  Lungs having difficulty getting oxygen into the bloodstream,  Lungs can become irritated, which could mean that there is inflammation in other parts of your body as well,  Eye irritation, runny nose, sore throat, coughing, wet or phlegmy lungs, wheezy breathing or headaches are common.  More serious effects include shortness of breath, severe cough, dizziness, asthma, chest pain or heart palpitations. (NOTE: If you experience any of these, you should visit your doctor).

How to deal with smoke conditions: Infants, small children, expectant mothers, elders, and people with chronic health conditions are at the most risk. Additionally, regular smokers also will encounter heavier than normal pressure on their lungs.

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 Limit exposure to the smoke. Try to stay in air-conditioned or sheltered areas, such as community centres, libraries or malls, as much as possible. If you have to stay outside for extended periods, such as work, get breathing protection such as a respirator. Instead of exercising outside, try to use a gym. Try to breathe slowly, it allows your lungs to limit intake of larger particulates.  Drink lots of water in order to flush out inhaled pollutants.  If driving, keep the windows up and set the air conditioner to recirculate so as to prevent outside air from coming in. Also: your vehicle’s air filter may need changing sooner than normal.  Forced heaters/air conditioners in the home can be fitted with filters to remove and clean the air in the home, and portable air conditioners with HEPA filters can be used to control particulates in bedrooms.

Long-Term Suggestions: The long-term effects of months-long exposures have not been studied well; however, it can be understood that such exposures on an annual basis will have real health consequences. Given that changes to our normal climate seem to be part of a dangerous spiral what we can do becomes more important. So, what can an individual or family do?

 Reduce your carbon footprint by driving less, combining trips, and using public transit or walking more, year-round. It will benefit the climate and yourself through exercise and financial savings.  Be careful of using fires, especially during the summer months. Many wildfires get their start through human causes, such as sparks from campfires and cigarette butts.  Plant a tree, or a garden, or a lawn… and let it grow. Plants can “fix” CO2 and some smoke components into the soil through photosynthesis. One quarter-acre of grass equals the amount exhaled by one person per year. The most efficient grassy areas are either uncut or at least cut longer than usual, about 1-1 ½ inches (which also stay green longer when under water restrictions).

THROW-AWAY SOCIETY

In this day and age some people refer to the modern generation as the “throw-away society”. That being said, have you stopped to consider the impacts of over-consumption? It affects the planet and we must remember that natural resources are finite and are being destroyed by our current consumption patterns. According to a scientific study, global supply chains are threatening species in many biodiversity hotspots. Moreover, 50-80% of resource use is dictated by household consumption. News of single-use plastic waste being found in bodies of water, along shorelines, and found within the

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MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND JUNE 1, 2019 stomachs of helpless animals are constantly in the headlines. However, the media seems to breeze over the fact that aside from single-use plastics, we as humans also purchase more than our fair share of clothes, electronics, health and beauty products, and even food in order to keep up with the ever changing social trends that we are led to believe are important to follow. Our purchasing keeps jobs alive but it also contributes to a huge waste problem around the world.

The system is broken and mass consumerism depletes the finite resources that we have on planet earth. For the health of this planet, for our generation and future generations, it is important to be educated and to make choices that support outstanding conditions on our planet and help us live well. Landfills containing all of the items we purchase and throw away do not support the welfare of our planet. The United States of America makes up five percent of the world’s population and produces 30 percent of the world’s waste. We need to start taking action now to reduce the amount of waste that each of us produces.

Here are five ways to reduce the amount of waste that we send to landfill and reduce what we each consume on a daily basis:

1. Use solar power 2. Travel green 3. Buy sustainable, eco-friendly materials 4. Donate clothing 5. Buy less, and if you must purchase things then consider shopping consignment

SUMMER EVENTS AROUND VANCOUVER

 Strawberry Festival, June 22nd The annual Strawberry Festival is lots of fun for the whole family! This event takes place at Barclay Heritage Square, 1433 Barclay Street, Vancouver from 1-4pm. There will be musical performances, a bouncy castle, horse-drawn carriage rides, activities for all ages, vendors and they will be selling delicious strawberry shortcakes. Admission is also free!

 West End Urban Garden Club Community Potluck, Seed, & Plant Swap Workshop, June 23rd The West End Urban Garden club has a monthly potluck lunch at the West End Community Centre. It is open to anybody that would like to attend and is completely free and runs from 1-2:30pm. The discussion topic changes monthly, this month it is Eating on the Wild Side: Growing Vegetable Varieties that Maximize Nutrition. Please register on the West End Community Centre website or at the front desk of the community centre (if possible, before the event is preferred). The event is free but please consider bringing some food to share at the potluck.

 Honda Celebration of Light Fireworks, July 27th, 31st, & August 3rd Enjoy three nights of Vancouver’s annual fireworks show. The fireworks blast off at 10:00 pm each night, but there is also live music and other fun stuff starting in the early afternoon on all three days. Each year the fireworks take off from the water by English Bay Beach. The main daytime festivities, however, are at the festival’s relatively new location at Second Beach in Stanley Park.

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 Theatre Under the Stars at the Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park, July 5th-August 17th Theatre Under the Stars is an outdoor theatre which in 2019 features the musicals Mamma Mia! and Disney’s ‘Newsies’ in Vancouver’s Stanley Park. Malkin Bowl is located in the middle of Stanley Park at 610 Pipeline Road. It’s within sight of the Stanley Park Pavilion and just a short walk south of the park’s main bus terminal near the Miniature Train. For tickets and more information visit www.tuts.ca

War Canoe Schedule 2019

MONTH DAYS RACE LOCATION

1-2 Cultus Lake Water Sports Cultus Lake, BC Tulalip Days Tulalip, WA 8-9 Cowichan Days Cowichan Bay, BC JUNE 15-16 Sasquatch Days Harrison Hot Springs, BC 21-23 Stommish Water Festival Lummi, WA 28-30 Whey-a-wichen Cates Park, BC 6-7 North Van Canoe Races Ambleside, BC 7 Nin’wu Bday Race (Youth Races) Wjolep, BC JULY 13-14 Tsawout Canoe Races East Saanich, BC 20-21 Stz’uminus Chemainus, BC 27-28 Penelekut Canoe Races Penelakut, BC 3-4 Geronimo CC Water Festival West Saanich, BC 10-11 Swinomish Days Swinomish, WA AUGUST 17-18 Chief Seattle Days Suquamish, WA 23-25 Makah Days Neah Bay, WA

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CONTACT US

Yeganeh Asadian, M.Sc., P.Ag. Environmental Stewardship Manager [email protected]

Zoë Craig-Sparrow Environmental Stewardship Coordinator [email protected]

Mark K. Guerin Environmental Stewardship Analyst [email protected]

Ruthie Speck Environmental Stewardship Technician [email protected]

Office: 604.263.3261 Website: https://www.musqueam.bc.ca/departments/iga/environment/

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CANOE NEWS !!!

We are looking for warriors who want to learn how to paddle on a race canoe and bring back Musqueam into the world of war canoe racing and it’s proud heritage that is here in our Musqueam Territory. Let’s bring it back, all ages are more than welcome! First meeting will be:

Date: Monday June 3, 2019 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Musqueam Community Gymnasium ~ in the Cafeteria Look forward to seeing you ! Martin Louis, (C: 604-369-1932).