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Volume 6 Issue 12, June 15, 2012
Snuneymuxw News is published bi-weekly. We welcome your submissions: send to
[email protected] or telephone (250) 740.2300.
Breakfast Club
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SFN Breakfast Club OPEN TO ALL SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN
When: Monday—Friday
Time: 7:45—8:40 am
Place: Health Centre
Kitchen
QQS Star Student Allen Wyse is this month's Star Student. Allen is eight years old and in grade 2. He is very athletic and loves to participate with his First Nation's dance group. Allen works very hard in class and is a great friend to others. Great work Allen!
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National Aboriginal Day
Please join the Celebration
Traditional food, entertainment, educational booths, sports, and so much more.
Where: Swy-a-lana Lagoon #2 Cliff Street Nanaimo, BC
When: Thursday June 21, 2012
Time: Noon– 5:30pm
We are looking for Volunteers:
Setting up/ Take down
Elders
Assisting the Public
Sports/Booths
If you are interested in volunteering for Aboriginal Day please fill out the volunteer application on the next page. Once completed the form can be return to Tara White at the SFN office.
If you would like to have a craft table set up or require transportation please contact Tara White at 250-740-2300.
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Volunteer Application Aboriginal Day
2012 Snuneymuxw First Nation
C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O N
Name
Street Address
City Province Postal Code
Home Phone
Work Phone and Cell
W H E R E W O U L D Y O U L I K E T O V O L U N T E E R ?
Elders Other
Food Station Kids events
Welcome Booth Set up / take down/ Clean up
P E R S O N T O N O T I F Y I N C A S E O F E M E R G E N C Y
Name
Street Address
City Province Postal Code
Home Phone
Work Phone
A G R E E M E N T A N D S I G N A T U R E
Name (printed)
Signature
Date
O U R P O L I C Y
It is the policy of this organization to provide equal opportunities. For more information please contact Tara White at 250-740-2300 or [email protected]
Thank you for completing this application form and for your interest in volunteering with us. Please return the form to Tara White at the SFN office.
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Elders Loonie Twoonie Auction
June 22, 2012
Time: 5PM
Supper Plate: $6.00—Shepard's Pie with salad
Pre-sales begin at noon
Come enjoy time bidding for great items!
We are still taking donations for this event. Please drop off items at the
Band Office. Thank you.
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On June 1, the grade 5/6 girls from Bayview Elementary School joined the Fisheries Department for the Girl Power Program at the Estuary.
Bayview School Fishing Trip
What is that?
Flounders Not quit legal
Dave Clough & crew
Nice Catch
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On June 8, the grade 5/6 from Bayview Elementary School joined the Fisheries Department for a Program at the Nanaimo River.
Bayview School Fishing Trip
Logan & Douglas
Get over here
Nanaimo River assessment
Oh—look
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Qwam Qwum Stuwixwulh Activities
Council members Michael Wyse and Paul Wyse-Seward gave Qwam Qwum kids la-crosse gear and shirts on June 11, 2012
Joel Good - local Snuneymuxw artist showed all Qwam Qwum kids his artwork.
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Prayer Gatherings
Greetings to my friends at Snuneymuxw,
Four months ago I received a call from Geraldine Manson and I met with her and two Elders to talk
about prayer gathering at The Centre. It was agreed that we would meet on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of
each month at 2 pm for one hour. We held our first gathering for prayer two months ago.
Before beginning these prayer gatherings I was invited to one of the monthly gatherings for the Elders.
This was followed by my attending the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Hearings in Port
Alberni and Victoria. Each of these gatherings has assisted me in understanding how we can share in
our prayer gatherings our needs together.
Now that we have started these gatherings, it is time to give them some formal direction and shape. I
look forward to sharing in the words of prayer in both of our languages and in our sacred
music.
I look forward to listening to prayer and music as we listen for The Creator and find direction in our
shared times together.
Fr. Brian Evans,
St. Paul’s Anglican Church.
Join Us
When: 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month (June 21)
Where: 2pm in Chief & Council Chambers
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Greetings in Jesus Name John 1:1-2, 2
We declare to you what was from the beginning--
What we have heard
What we have seen with our eyes
What we have looked at and touched with our hands--concerning the Word of Life.
This life was revealed, and we have seen it and testify to it, and declare to you, the
Eternal Life that was with the Father and was revealed to us. We declare to you
what we have heard and seen so that you also may have fellowship with us; and
truly our fellowship is with the Father and with the Son Jesus Christ.
This message we have heard and proclaim to you, that God is light and in Him
there is no darkness at all.
Our term in this church has come to an end---we would like to say:
Thank You. Thank You all for the many ways you all have showed your love to us.
A big thank You to every homes in the 4 Reserves of the Snuneymuxw band.
Thank you for our friends and families, for the opportunities to have a good
relationship with all of you.
To the Chief Douglas White III and all the Councilors, the Staff's of the Band
Office and not forgetting the Elders of the Snuneymuxw Community.
We Your Pastors love you all.
We give many thanks for the many hands and hearts that served NNVC during
our term of 3 yrs here. Our prayers that God will bless all of you and strengthen those
who are seeking a place to serve Him---Good Bye to all our beloved friends and all members
of our community, all our beloved people in Christ and May God Bless us All.
Blessings from.
Pastor Jone & Mere
Pastor Mesake & Leba
June 2012.
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SFN Pest Control
It is that time of year when various types of pests become more active. Please help SFN administra-
tion in combatting the problem!
Mice/rats –Cleaning the yard and house of open food sources (Dog/cat food, left over foods, deer car-
casses and skins) and also cutting grass and clearing all possible nesting areas (junk piles, burn piles,
old couches or beds, tires) in the yard will help control mice and rats.
Ants- pop/juice containers attract ants (any sweet foods or drinks). If these are left in the house or out-
side the house. Ants will be attracted to your home.
Bed bugs – are highly transferable and can move from home to home very quickly. Unfortunately
many travel through USED furniture. They can also travel through luggage and clothing. This bug is by
far the hardest to get rid of. Full cooperation from the tenant/home owner with our professional service
provider will be the only way to get rid of this bug.
If you have a problem with pests please give our maintenance department a call
(Richard White) 250-668-2696
Thank You For your Cooperation!
Snuneymuxw First Nation
668 Centre Street
Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4Z4
Telephone: 250/740-2300
Fax: 250/753-3492
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What goes inside your recycling box / clear bag?
Plastic household containers including: • Plastic beverage containers (may be returned for refund) • Plastic condiment bottles – such as ketchup, relish, mayonnaise etc. • Plastic cosmetic bottles – such as shampoo, hair rinses etc. • Plastic dish soap / laundry soap • Plastic food containers – such as margarine, yogurt, peanut butter etc. • Plastic milk jugs • Plastic vitamin bottles, pill bottles, mouth wash etc. PLEASE CHECK – - Containers are rinsed – NO food or other residue - NO foam plastic Styrofoam - NO containers that held chlorine / bleach / ammonia – based products - NO metal bottle lids or caps, spray nozzle heads and metal attachments Household Paper including: • Boxboard packaging (cereal, detergent soap boxes, shoe boxes etc.) • Catalogues • Envelopes • Fiber egg cartons • Magazines • Office paper • Paper bags • Telephone directories PLEASE CHECK – PAPER IS CLEAN AND DRY - NO hardcover books, soiled paper, drink boxes or paper with waxed coatings, plastic or foil lamina-
tion - NO tissues, used paper towels, waxed paper, baking / parchment or soiled pizza boxes Metal Containers: • Food and beverage cans and lids • Foil containers and trays PLEASE CHECK – - CLEAN (NO food or other residue) - Labels removed - NO metal pots, plastic or paper laminated with foil such as chip bags or foil yogurt covers What goes beside your Blue Bin / Recycling Bag? • Cardboard – must be broken down, flattened and tied in a bundle – max. size is 30” x 30” x 8” • NO – waxed, coated or non-corrugate
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Attention all SFN Members
Fire Safety Issue
It has been noted by SFN Administrative personnel that there are a number of shared driveways being blocked by either vehicles and / or other debris whereby emergency response crews do not have di-rect access to homes in behind other homes.
This would significantly increase the emergency response time of fire safety personnel!!
Please keep driveways clear for emergency response vehicles at all times!
Thank you for your cooperation!
What Days are Garbage / Recycling Picked Up?
Garbage is picked up every Thursday
Recycling is picked up every Wednesday
PLEASE: Have your garbage and recycling out to curbside no sooner than 5:00am and no later than 8:00am on the day of that service.
Thank you,
If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact James Wesley, SFN Maintenance Coordinator at 250-713-7402 or Richard White at 250-668-2696
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Website on Bullying for Aboriginal Youth, Parents and Teachers The National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) has created a web site on bullying for Aboriginal youth, parents and teachers.
The site contains the following.
Three fact sheets: one for youth, one for parents and one for teachers.
Three lesson plans for middle school teachers to help start discussions on bullying with their stu-dents, as well as suggestions on strategies to deal with and prevent it in their schools.
A PowerPoint presentation on Aboriginal bullying and lateral violence.
A video message by National Aboriginal Role Model Caitlin Tolley
A poster that can be displayed in schools and community centres.
A link to the Stop Aboriginal Bullying Facebook group which contains information about bullying supports and programs, as well as providing members an opportunity to discuss this issue.
The fact sheets were created with the support of Kids Help Phone, who has been a partner throughout the development of the project.
To visit the site, go to www.naho.ca/aboriginalbullying
The SFN Maintenance Department will be Checking Septic Tanks
During the Summer Months
Reminder-if what you flush down the pot doesn’t rot- don’t do it!
Some items that will not rot & will eventually cause complete failure of your septic system
Placing any kind of fat/grease down your kitchen sink / toilet
Cleaning paint brushes in your laundry tub sink / rinsing out paint related items / using solvents to clean brushes in your sink
Reminder – septic systems are not garbage disposals:
Please do not place – disposable diapers, condoms, dental floss and tampons down your toilet
Remember – if what you flush down the pot doesn’t rot- don’t do it!
Thank you!
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CMHC Home Assessment Visits
CMHC Home Assessment visits will begin June 2012. Anna Wyse will be sending out an information letter shortly.
If you have any questions please contact Anna Wyse:
250-740-2300 [email protected]
SFN Men’s Support Group
Men are welcome to attend when they can or join the program at anytime. No registration needed.
Come join this group of men who have been gathering together for a while. This is a program designed
especially for men that focuses on creating a safe place to:
explore their concerns and challenges
learn about themselves
gain a greater understanding of healthy relationships
understand anger
Group members are asked to maintain confidentiality (What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas).
When: Monday evenings
Time: 6:00 to 8:00
Where: SFN Health Centre Kitchen
Rides: If you need a ride, please call the Health Centre by noon on Monday.
For Information call April de Voy Phone: 250-740-2337
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SFN Recreation Donations and Repayment Stipulations
Attention:
It is a requirement that the donation you receive be compensated back to the Snuneymuxw First
Nation in the manner of community service hours. You will be called upon at any given time within the
fiscal year to contribute your hours by way of:
Maintenance related items – i.e. general community clean-up
Special events – i.e. kitchen / food clean-up / preparation assistance / set-up for special events
Elders assistance – i.e. general housing maintenance or interior homemaking assistance
Other
If the donation is for a young child / children and this child is unable to perform any of the tasks as per
the above-mentioned listing, then it is the parent’s responsibility to perform the required community
service hours.
If, after being called upon to pay-back the donation by way of community hours and you have not ful-
filled your community service hours; you will become ineligible for future donations.
Please note the following:
Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent request funding for them and eligibility for dona-
tions are for SFN members only.
This is a one time / one sport donation per fiscal year; example – a child is not eligible for a dona-
tion in both soccer and lacrosse within a fiscal year.
If you are part of a large sporting club that requires your signature, it is your responsibility to sign
that form. SFN will only process cheques for SFN members that have signed the donation applica-
tion.
The donation versus the volunteer community hours works per the following example:
Example: Lacrosse registration donation for four (4) children - $75.00 x 4 = $300.00
$300.00 divided by $15.00 per hour = 20 community service hours
I, ________________________________ agree to the above-mentioned sport donation requirements
Date: ____________________________________2012
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Snuneymuxw First Nation
668 Centre Street Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4Z4
Telephone: 250/740-2300
Fax: 250/753-3492
Attention to all tenants and members of SFN
The SFN housing department would like to remind SFN tenants and the SFN community of the
Party and Noise clause in SFN tenancy agreements. According to section 9.6 and 11.6 of our
tenancy agreements:
9.6 The Tenant shall not disturb the peace through acts either in or around the Premis-es, or within the community in general. Where Housing determines, in its sole discre-tion, acting reasonably, that the Tenant has disturbed the peace, the Tenant shall be in material default under this agreement.
11.6 Proceedings – Disturbing the Peace
Where Housing has a reasonable belief that the Tenant was disturbing the peace in and around the Premises; the Tenant shall be notified (Notice of Default) that they are in de-fault.
If the Tenant receives three (3) Notices of Default for disturbing the peace within any 12 consecutive month period this agreement shall be terminated and an Eviction Notice is-sued, requiring the Tenant to remove his or her belongings and vacate the Premises within five days of delivery of the Eviction Notice or by the last day of the month in which the Eviction Notice is issued, whichever is later to occur (the “Eviction Date”).
On the Eviction Date, the locks on the Premises will be changed at 3:00 p.m. Any personal effects will be put into storage. The Tenant is responsible for the payment of moving and storage charges. The Tenant will peacefully surrender the Premises.
If there are case(s) of disturbing the peace, please
Call the police to make a report. They will check on the incident. 250-754-2345
Call the housing department to also make a complaint. 250-740-2300
SFN would like to keep our community safe for everyone.
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New Wood Lot Near Gogo’s Tree Farm
Snuneymuxw has recently completed a timber harvesting contract and there is an opportunity for com-
munity members over the next week to get firewood from the site. Firewood will not be available after
one week as it will be removed from the site.
The site is located near Mike Gogo's tree farm. There is firewood located at the southern end of the
clearing right along South Forks Road and there is firewood at northern access near (Berkley Creek
Rd). There are two excavators operating along the Berkley Creek Rd and they are willing to put the
wood right on the road for community members. Please notify John Gregson at 250-616-9145 if ac-
cessing the Berkley Creek Rd so he can notify the machine operators.
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Status Card Update
When issuing status cards we are required to ask for two pieces of valid ID for an adult's application.
For a child’s application we are required to ask for two pieces of valid ID for the parent and one piece
for the child.
The ID must NOT be expired and one must be government issued digital ID
(Passport/Driver’s licence/BC ID/Government issues work ID)
ONLY the enhanced Driver’s license or Canadian Passport are valid for both pieces of ID.
There are NO exceptions!
The new Secure Certificate of Indian Status Cards (SCIS) will not be available for another year or
two. The paper laminate cards are still being issued at the Snuneymuxw First Nation Office.
If you need to renew your status card, please phone Vanessa at 250-740-2359 to make an appoint-
ment. Please bring two pieces of identification (ID), your own picture and $5.00 (band members). The
ID that are acceptable are, Passport, Driver License, BC ID, Birth Certificate, Status Card, Care card.
(one of your ID has to be photo ID)
To obtain most ID contact Service Canada Center 250-741-3636
Birth Certificates take 2-3 weeks cost $27.00
No ID required but you must know your birth information and your parent's birth information
Care Cards take 2-3 weeks are usually free
No ID is required
BCID cost $35.00 new or $15.00 replacement
Must have primary and secondary ID with full legal name– if married bring in marriage certificate
Drivers Licence usually cost $75.00 to renew
To obtain a passport contact Service Canada 250-754-0222
A passport usually cost $90.00 and takes around 20 business days
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Social Assistance and Food Card Calendar
Effective immediately dollar amount on food cards will be limited. This is so we can serve more
people.
The limits are:
Family with Children maximum of $100
Single Person maximum of $60
Cheque for the Month of Cheque Issue Day Food Cards Distributed
July 2012 June 27, 2012 July 9-13, 2012
August 2012 July 25, 2012 August 7-10, 2012
September 2012 August 29, 2012 September 10-14, 2012
October 2012 September 26, 2012 October 9-12, 2012
November 2012 October 24, 2012 November 12-16, 2012
December 2012 November 21, 2012
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Urgent Notice Social Development News
In order to AVOID delay in receiving your next Social Assistance Cheque on JUNE 27, 2012 please ensure you have met with SA department and completed the following.
1 year or more of declaration renewals April 2011- July 2012
New Application Forms Fully completed and signed on both sides of applica-tion.
Signed Consent forms completed by all adults.
Current Hydro Bill showing the equal installment amount on the bill.
We need Everyone’s Notice of Assessment from filing for your taxes.
ID 2 pieces for adults, Care Cards and Birth Certificates for all children.
All SA clients have current tenancy agreements, maintenance agreements, or private rental agreements for their files.
Your SA cheque will not be released until you have completed these forms please see Karen Ahenakew or Jennifer Delorme before JUNE 27, 2012 to avoid delays in receiv-ing your income assistance cheques.
If you don’t come in before SA day you will be required to complete your application and Declarations at the band office before receiving your cheque on JUNE 27/12
New: Employment Councilor
Billie Ann Mitchell will be working with Social Development and their clients as an Em-
ployment Assistant.
All employable Income Assistant clients will be required to make an appointment with
Billie Ann to develop an updated employment or education plan.
If you have any questions please contact:
Billie Ann Mitchell at 250-740-2300 [email protected]
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Acupuncture Clinic
With: Bibi Bennekou R.Ac.
When: Mondays 2:30 to 4:30
Where: Health Centre Kitchen
Bibi is a registered acupuncturist in Nanaimo who offers clinics throughout the
city and also works at Chinawest-Traditional Chinese Medicine Centre.
TREATMENT
The treatment will use the acupuncture points of the ear. This will allow people to receive their treatment in a group setting
Each treatment takes 30 to 45 minutes
APPOINTMENT
No appointments are needed Please arrive sometime between 2:30 and 4:00 The last appointment will be at 4:00pm
COST
The cost of the treatment is $25.00
If you have extended health benefits it will be covered through most plans
It is covered through SFN extended health benefits
If you receive Social Assistance or Disability benefits it will be covered through
your Medical Service Plan by using your Care Card. Please bring your Care
Card with you
If you have a low income, you might qualify for treatments through the Medical
Service Plan. Please bring your Care Card and Bibi will check for you.
Rides are not provided
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S N U N E Y M U X W F I R S T N AT I O N
HST Exemption
The following businesses are HST Exempt for on reserve residential
homes.
BC HYDRO
SHAW CABLE
TELEPHONE
Take a look at your bill and check if you are being charged HST.
If you are paying HST, you will need to fill out the Tax Exempt form
and fax it to the appropriate business/service.
Always ask the business/service if they accept the Tax Exemption.
Most businesses will not tell you that they accept it.
If you have any further questions please call:
Jackie Good at 250-740-2300.
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Spirit of Aloha
2nd Annual “Hands Across the Water…Healing Hula Workshop”
An indigenous cultural exchange and celebration sharing the sacred Hula, Heart Dance of the
Hawaiian people.
“All that you do now must be done in a sacred manner and in celebration”
Join us and experience the healing power and exquisite dance of poetry in motion, prayer in motion
with sacred hula dancer Leilani “Lani” Petranek from the sacred island of Kauai Hawaii.
E komo mai…come and hula to your heart’s delight!!
Where: Quw'utsun Cultural Conference Centre- 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan, B.C.
When: Saturday June 23rd, 2012, 1 to 4pm
Cost: $40 At the Door $30 Advance Tickets $20 Group Rate (10+ People)
Contact: Christopher Pegg - 250-246-5275 [email protected]
All proceeds after expenses to promote Indigenous Cultural Exchanges
Sponsor: Coast Salish Insurance/Christopher Pegg
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What days are garbage &
recycling picked up?
Recycling is picked up every Wednesday. Garbage is picked up every Thursday. PLEASE: Have your garbage and recycling out to the curbside NO later than 8:00am on the day of that service
Firearms Courses 250-740-2300
Prayer Meeting and Bible Class
Prayer Meeting will begin on
Tuesday 25th October in the
Church from 6pm.
Any prayer request please call
250 754 7866. ALL welcome to
attend at the church.
Bible Class begins on Thursday
from 6pm also at the Church. All
Welcome
Here is your chance to learn
more of the Holy Bible.
Blessings
Pastor Jone & Mere
Unsecured Dogs
Please remember to chain and
secure you dogs. The newsletter
can not be delivered to houses
where the dog may pose a risk.
Your cooperation is appreciated.
Prayer Group
With Brother Mark
Saturdays 7 pm
614 Centre Street
Website Updates
Please login to the Nations New
website for daily updates to
News, Press and Blog.
www.snuneymuxw.ca
Send your stories to
Red Road to Recovery
N.A. Meeting
When: Saturdays 7:30 pm
Where: 668 Centre St. in
Chambers
Who: Open to all
Narcotics Anonymous
The message is that an addict,
any addict, can stop using, lose
the desire to use, and find a
new way of life.
Our message is hope and the
promise of freedom.
Have you got Mould in
your Home?
Any mould can be reported
to the housing department.
Housing will contact Health
Canada (Karen Larson) to
come into the home to do a
Health Canada Assessment
of the home.
Please call Anna Wyse or
Jackie Good for more
information on Health
Assessments 250-740-2300
Are you using
electric portable
heaters in your
home?
Electric portable heaters are
normally 1500 watts. If a heater
operates continuously this could
increase your bill as much as
70% or an additional $75.00 to
$85.00 dollars per month.
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