le'qa:mel first nation newsletter - june 2009

While we encourage members to be a part of the newsletter and submit ideas and stories, we reserve the right to edit any submissions for grammar and sensitivity.

There will be snacks and refresh-

ments available.

The Last LYC Meeting was held

on Sunday May 17, 2009.

The Leq’a:mel Youth Council has

not established any “set” days at

this point. They are currently de-

veloping their rules of conducts,

and rules for participating in ac-

tivities.

For more information regarding

the Leq’a:mel Youth Council,

please contact:

Jason Thompson

(604) 615-8779

Tasheena Styran

(604) 768-8829

The Leq’a:mel Youth Council is a

new addition to our community.

Thanks to Jason Thompson and

Tasheena Styran and all the youth

participants.

The first Leq’a:mel Youth Council

meeting was held at the band of-

fice on Thursday April 30th, 2009.

The topics of the night included

discussing future youth nights,

events, and activities such as ca-

noeing, camping, and dance

groups.

Participating in the Leq’a:mel

Youth Council is a great way to

connect with other youth from

the community, and exercise the

youths’ voice in the community.

Everyone is welcome to the

Youth Council meetings, however

if there are young children pre-

sent, parents must be in attend-

ance.

Leq’a:mel Youth Council

Inside this issue:

Notice From INAC,

Border Crossing Info

3

Status Card Appoint-

ments, FSTF

4

Letter from the Chief 5

Social Development,

Education

6

Housing Department 7

Employment Assistance

FoodSafe/First Aid

8

National Health

Survey

9

Aboriginal Day 10

Summer Student Job Opportunities

11

Aboriginals at SFU 12

SCIS 2

New Fines for Second

Hand Smoke in

Vehicles

13

Prevent Spreading the Illness!

14

Sto:lo Nation Doctors 15

Keeping Seniors Safe 16

Loonie Auction 17

May Birthdays 18

June Birthdays 19

June Calendar 20

Leq’a:mel First Nation Leq’a:mel First Nation Leq’a:mel First Nation Leq’a:mel First Nation May/June 2009

For more info regarding the SCIS, please visit http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/br/is/scs/index-eng.asp

Secure Certificate of Indian status (SCIS)Secure Certificate of Indian status (SCIS)Secure Certificate of Indian status (SCIS)Secure Certificate of Indian status (SCIS)

Please note that at this time the Se-cure Certificate of Indian Status mobile units have been delayed. This is a decision made by Indian and Northern Affairs Canada to ensure that the new status cards’ technical infrastructure is at it’s highest quality. FAQ’S Q: When will the new Secure Certificates of Indian Status be-come available? A: At this time, there is no set date for the new status cards, as they are under review for quality assurance. Q: Will the new Secure Certifi-cate of Indian Status be accepted for border crossing? A: We have received notification from the United States that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection has approved the business plan for the SCIS and is in the process of desig-nating the card as a WHTI-compliant document to enter the U.S. by land or water. Q: If I have already applied for the SCIS, will I have to reapply? A: No, applicant’s who have already applied for the SCIS will not have to reapply. The information collect-ed by the Mobile Application Cen-tre sites will be held with confi-dence, until the project is rolled out nationally.

Q: What are the acceptable forms of identification required

to apply for the SCIS?

A:

Ages 16 and Older:

- Your Old Status Card

- Your original Birth Certificate

- A valid passport/other form of identification

Ages 65 and Older:

- Your old status card

- One other piece of valid identification

OR two pieces of valid identification

Ages 15 and Under:

- Accompanied with a parent/legal guardian

- Valid photo identification

- Original birth certificate

VALID IDENTIFACTION ACCEPTED:

- Driver’s Licence (provincial/territorial)

- Student ID (digitized photo) - Federal/Provincial/Territorial ID Card

- Gov’t Issued employee ID card

Please note that Leona Sam’s Indian Registration days have changed at Sto:lo Nation from Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays to Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

She can be contacted at: Building #1 - 7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5 Telephone: (604) 824-3268 Toll Free: 1-800-565-6004 Email: [email protected]

Leq’a:mel First Nation

This notice was posted on the Indian and Northern Affairs Canada website, at: http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/br/is/scs/index-eng.asp

Information Update:

The Government of Canada received notification from the United States that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection has approved the business plan for the Secure Certifi-

cate of Indian Status and is in the process of designating the card as a Western Hemi-

sphere Travel Initiative-compliant document to enter the U.S. by land or water.

The United States has indicated that the implementation of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative will be applied with a practical and common sense approach, which in-

cludes a period of flexibility. During this period of flexibility the current Certifi-cate of Indian Status (laminated paper version and pilot cards) will be an ac-

ceptable document to present when visiting the United States by land and wa-ter.

The Government of Canada cautions individuals that the period and extent of this flexibility is entirely at the discretion of U.S. officials and reminds travelers

that when entering the U.S. via air that valid passport or NEXUS card is required.

For further information on documentation requirements for visiting the United States after June 1, 2009 please visit CBSA's website.

For more information on the project itself, please visit the Secure Certificate of Indian Status FAQ's

May 8, 2009

Border CrossingBorder CrossingBorder CrossingBorder Crossing————Notice From INACNotice From INACNotice From INACNotice From INAC


The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative commenced as of June 1, 2009. This initiative is a security measure taken by the United States of America. The only universally accepted piece of identification is a passport. Please see chart below for acceptable identifi-cation.

Air (adults and children) Land Water Children (by land and water)

Passport Passport Passport Proof of Citizenship

NEXUS Card at Canadian air-ports, or at all US airports return-ing to Canada

NEXUS Card NEXUS Card 15 years and under: Birth Certificate, or Citizenship Card

Free and Secure Trade Card (FAST)

Free and Secure Trade Card (FAST)

Enhanced Driver’s License or Enhanced Identification Card

Enhanced Driver’s License or Enhanced Identification Card

Secure Certificate of Indian Status (laminated ones accepted in meantime)

Secure Certificate of Indian Status (laminated ones accepted in meantime)

16 to 18 years, travelling with a school/religious group/sports team, with adult supervision: Birth Certificate or Citizenship Card

First Step to Fitness is the ideal program tailored specifically for those returning to fitness.

If you want to get active and feel welcomed in a comfortable environment, then this is a

wonderful place to get started! We start slowly and build on each week’s progress gradually.

No problem is worth doing unless you enjoy doing it and feel comfortably challenged, so

the total body workouts will include a variety of exercises for multiple muscle groups (all low

impact exercises). Bring a yoga mat*, 5 lb dumb bells, water, and wear comfortable clothing

and good running shoes. That’s it!

Come join us and get active, build confidence, and take your first step back to fit-

ness!

Classes are Monday and Wednesday Evenings,

7:30 - 8:20 pm

Starting May 11, 2009

There will be a waiver and health questionnaire required upon sign-up.

*Some yoga mats will be provided.

Status Card Appointments for LFNStatus Card Appointments for LFNStatus Card Appointments for LFNStatus Card Appointments for LFN


To put your name on the time sheet to get a Status Card on this date,

please contact the Leq’a:mel band office at (604) 826-7976

or email [email protected]

Cost is FREE to

Leq’a:mel band

members,

Or $35 for non-

members

First Step to FitnessFirst Step to FitnessFirst Step to FitnessFirst Step to Fitness

Due to the delay in the rollout of the new Secure Certificate of Indian Status, Leona

Sam, Indian Registry Administrator for Sto:lo Nation, will be in our office taking ap-

pointments for laminated status cards. To make this process more efficient, she would

like Leq’a:mel Band Members to insert their name and children’s name on the Time Sheet. The

sign up/time sheet will be at front desk at the Band Office. Parents or guardians must

be present with children ages 12 and under, as she will require their signature on the

card.

Identification is REQUIRED for all Leq’a:mel Band Members, including parents

and children. Please provide either and old status card/driver’s license/BCID, or two

other pieces of ID such as a birth certificate and a care card.

Status Card Appointments:

Monday June 29, 2009

Leq’a:mel Band Office

2:30 - 6:00 pm

Ey Swayel Leq'á:mel mestiyexw. I want to thank everyone who turned out to vote in the recent election for Chief and Council. It definitely was an interesting time for everyone and I wanted to thank all of those who let their names stand for the positions on Council and also take this oppor-tunity to thank both Barb Leggat and Rene Paterson for their past service on Council for Leq'á:mel. It is a big step for anyone who allows their name to stand. If you end up getting elected you will feel that the hardest part is over but you soon find out that your work is just beginning. This new Council has been settling into defining what our roles are, what our portfolios would look like and also identified three key/priority areas that we are going to be working on in these first few months and beyond. The first is of course the Land Code Implementation, the second is the work to be done on the Family Advisory, getting that established, and finally the Election Code, working on getting some changes made so that we have a mail in ballot option for this important process. Our new larger Council have identified what our main portfolios are and what our shared or smaller portfolios include. These are not written in stone as of yet, but will provide you with a preliminary of what we have decided on. Alice Thompson (Chief) Community Development (lead), Finance (lead), Governance, Intergovernmental Affairs (lead), Education (alternate), Health and Social Development (sharing/alternate). Darrel McKamey (Councillor/ Re-Elected) Lands and Environment-Includes Fisheries (lead), Economic Development. Peter McDonald (Councillor/Re-Elected) Housing (Lead), Infrastructure (alternate). Mike Kelly (Councillor) Infrastructure (includes Public Works), Housing (alternate). Lawrence de Vos (Councillor) Youth and Elders, Economic Development, Housing (alternate), Lands and Environment (include Fisheries as alternate). Barb Blanchard (Councillor) Health and Social Development (lead), Youth and Elders, Community Development (alternate), Finance (alternate), Intergovernmental Affairs (alternate). Debbie Kelly (Councillor) Education (lead), Economic Development, Community Development (alternate), Health and Social Development (sharing/alternate). There are some portfolios that are shared above, some are being mentored to better understand the programs, but the following are portfolios that we all are required to be involved in: Administration, Emergency Preparedness, Governance, Lands Management, Specific Claims, Trea-ty. We don’t expect that there will be any changes to these, but if there are they will be very slight shifts or sharing. Respectfully, Mae’xe

Chief Alice Thompson

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Chief

Alice Thompson


Hello to all. I hope this message finds you well and enjoying those sun-ny days that are getting more frequent. Soon the young people will be out of elementary and sec-ondary school and look-ing forward to a wonder-ful summer of 2009. Many Post Secondary students finished their Winter 2009 semester at the end of April. In a few programs students are expected to attend the Summer session of classes. These requests are considered on an in-dividual basis. There are many opportu-nities for people to ad-vance their education and training. This year our local University College became a full University offering many First Nation options to study. Membership can attend any campus of the Uni-versity of the Fraser Val-ley (UFV) including Hope, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission. If you are a recent High School graduate or a ma-

ture student there are courses and programs that you may be interest-ed in. The Mission campus of UFV will be closed for the summer starting on May 15, 2009. There are several opportunities to write placement tests over the summer. Please contact me if you are in-terested in attending Post Secondary education in the Fall and need these assessment dates. In Social Development I am happy to report that we will be having month-ly workshops for all So-cial Assistance clients. The first one will be on Friday, May 15th in the gym of the Leq’a:mel Band Office. I am happy to say we have invited Sheryl Stanton to facili-tate our Stress Work-shop. Sheryl is well known around Mission for the work she does regarding stress and how to manage it on a daily basis. Sheryl has been invited because of a rec-ommendation from one

of our community mem-bers. Please let me know if you have seen or work with someone you think might want to present a workshop here at Leq’a:mel. As well, there are several great door prizes including a $100 gift certificate from Save On Foods. I also recently heard from Kevin, the Chinese Traditional Medicine doctor who had a great day in his workshop with the men, here at Leq’a:mel. Kevin will be returning to do a workshop with the la-dies in June and will also be available for in-dividual appointments. Please let me know if you are interested in seeing Kevin on an individual basis.

Take care,

Theresa Neel

Post Secondary Coordinator

Social Develop-ment Worker

Social Development & Education Social Development & Education Social Development & Education Social Development & Education

Theresa Neel

This is a reminder that Theresa Neel is available by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays only

from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

She does not be take calls or appointments during cheque run week.



Housing DepartmentHousing DepartmentHousing DepartmentHousing Department

Helen McElroy

June 2009 The hard-wire installation of the new smoke alarms in social housing has been completed. Tenants should be aware that the alarms are their first line of defence in a fire situation. If an alarm has been disconnected by a tenant, it is your family’s lives you are endangering. New and re-charged fire extin-guishers have been delivered as well. If you have not received 2 fire extin-guishers, please contact myself at the office. There are a number of un-insured vehicles being driven around the trailer parks and reserve. Please be aware that this is in contravention of the Nui-

sance By-law which states that “Nuisance means any activity that impairs the public health, safety or welfare of the communi-ty.” Should there be an accident in an un-insured vehicle, there are major consequences to the driver of the vehicle. With the beautiful weather, there are more people walking their dogs in the park. Please ensure you pick up your dog waste. Dog waste contaminates the ground and can contain intestinal parasites which can be a problem for not only your dog but also for young children. Some dog owners have been using the children’s play areas by the band office for a dog dump and not cleaning up after their dog. Picking up after your dog is just part of being a responsible pet owner. Take pride in your community by maintaining a clean environment for all to enjoy! Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC) and Indian and North-ern Affairs Canada (INAC) have funding available for on-reserve housing across Canada. Leq'á:mel First Nation submitted a proposal for renovations and upgrades to the social housing units. These proposals would see renova-tions for 2009–2010 as well as 2010-2011. It is hoped that LFN will be suc-cessful in the application process and should hear back the CMHC & INAC later this summer. Respectully submitted Helen McElroy

Employment Assistance ServicesEmployment Assistance ServicesEmployment Assistance ServicesEmployment Assistance Services

This is a reminder of the Employment Assistance Services Provided by Chehalis

Employment Assistance Services.

Robin Chapman is the Career Development Practitioner for Chehalis Employment

Assistance Services. She is able to assist with resumes, cover letters, job searching

techniques, vocational and apprenticeship training, internship applications, and re-

ferrals to Federal job training or employment.

She is available by appointment or drop-in on Wednesday afternoons, from 1:00 to

3:30 pm.

She has also provided a job posting binder, which is updated every Wednesday with

• Jobs in the Fraser Valley area

• Aboriginal job postings

• Training opportunities

• Career opportunities

If you would like to book an appointment with Robin, please call either Leq’a:mel First Nation

reception at (604) 826-7976, or Chehalis Employment Assistance Services at (604) 796-5536.

Robin Chapman

First Aid and Food Safe TrainingFirst Aid and Food Safe TrainingFirst Aid and Food Safe TrainingFirst Aid and Food Safe Training

Robin is currently seeking people who are interested in taking first aid training or food safe training here at the band office. There are a few requirements before signing up for the courses:

• You MUST be unemployed or under-employed • Aboriginal • Living in Leq’a:mel First Nation, or Scowlitz First Nation Once we have at least twelve people interested in each course, we will arrange a date for the training, and post the date accordingly.

If you are interested in taking either course and would like to put your name on the waitlist,

please call the Leq’a:mel First Nation receptionist at (604) 826-7976.


The First Nations Health Council has been preparing for a National Health Survey. The purpose of the survey is to get a true snap shot of First Nations, across Canada. The survey itself is quite in depth. Leq'a:mel First Nation was randomly chosen to participate in this survey. Debbie Kelly responded to the posting for the Field Worker's position. Herself and Nicole McLellan will be conducting the survey in your community. The survey will be done on a computer provided by the FNHC and is connected to Ottawa. The information will be utilized by the First Nations Health Council to learn the needs of FN across Canada and to improve the health care services of first nations. The information will then be sent back to the respective First Nation for use and benefit within our own community. Having this kind of data at our fingertips will be most helpful in future for possibly our own Health Centre or other health services that our community needs. A random selection process is being used. If you are chosen for an interview, it will take approxi-mately one hour and less time for the youth and children surveys. A thank you gift will be offered for your time and attention. Leq'a:mel has certain age groups that are too small to do the random selection exercise. This means that each member in that age group will need to be interviewed. For example, every one of our elders will definitely be interviewed. We have very few elders in our community and will want data from everyone. Interviewees, may chose either Debbie or Nicole to interview them if desired. Otherwise, the interviews will be divided between Debbie and Nicole. If you have any further questions or concerns regarding the interview process, please feel free to call Debbie at (604) 820-8741. I also may be reached at (604) 217-1757 for any band issues that may arise. Looking forward to the interviews with our community. I would like to thank the community of Leq’a:mel for allowing me to be a part of the team of newly and re-elected council. Congratulations to the rest of new council also. We have been busy and are having to learn fairly quickly. Past council have been busy and we’ve definitely needed to try keep up with the pace. I’d like to thank the past council for all of your hard work and the good direction. As the members may have noticed, the running shoes have been removed from the lines around Moq’wem and other areas. I want to encourage parents to get their children to see how much better it looks and not to keep throwing the runners up on the lines. We want our young people to take pride in our community. I’d also like to congratulate all of our students who have completed another school term. Thave a great summer all! Councillor Debbie Kelly

National Health SurveyNational Health SurveyNational Health SurveyNational Health Survey


Submission from

Debbie Kelly

Councillor

Contact:

(604) 820-8741

or

(604) 217-1757

Please see inserted brochure for more information regarding the National Health Survey

prepared by the First Nation Health Council.



Invites you to come out and celebrate

Sunday June 21st, 2009 Doors open 2:00 pmDoors open 2:00 pmDoors open 2:00 pmDoors open 2:00 pm Dinner at 5:00 pmDinner at 5:00 pmDinner at 5:00 pmDinner at 5:00 pm

43101 Leq’a:mel Way, Deroche, BC43101 Leq’a:mel Way, Deroche, BC43101 Leq’a:mel Way, Deroche, BC43101 Leq’a:mel Way, Deroche, BC

• Make a mini-drum • Make a cedar bracelet • Make a beaded keychain • Drumming & Singing • Indian Ice Cream Whipping

• NDN Musical Chairs • 3 Legged Races • Water Balloon Toss • Slahal

50/50 & Raffle Draws, Face Painting, Father’s Day Contests & Father’s Day Door Prizes

Arts & Crafts for sale. Bring your Drums and Slahal sets! Local rides may be provided.

** Applicants will be expected to dress appropriately for the position, be responsible for getting to and from work punctually every day, and abide by the Band’s zero tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol use. **

YOUTH PROGRAM LEADER - POST SECONDARY Leq'á:mel First Nation is seeking a Post Secondary Student to act as team leader / daily supervisor for the Leq'á:mel Summer Youth Program. This student will spend the month of June researching and developing ideas for a summer youth program. During the months of July and August the team leader will be working with three secondary students to implement this program. Activities • The Summer Youth Program Leader (Post Sec) is a temporary position. The successful applicant may be required to work

some evenings and weekend days in addition to their week day hours. The position will end the first week of September. • The Summer Youth Program Leader (post sec), working with Leq'á:mel administration staff and Council, will develop, design

and implement a recreation program aimed at three broad age groups of Leq'á:mel youth. (3-8, 9-12 and 13-17). • Design and budgeting will be the primary focus of this position for the month of June, when three secondary students will join

the team to run the program through July and August. • The Youth Program Leader (Post Sec) will be responsible for day to day supervision of the three secondary students; for

developing daily work plans, ensuring program requirements such as weekly journaling are met, and reporting any issues or difficulties to the Band Manager.

• The Summer Youth Program team will meet with the identified age groups to develop a list of priorities and codes of conduct. • The Summer Youth Program Leader will then develop a schedule of events and activities incorporating the youth’s own priori-

ties as much as possible. This schedule to be accompanied by an anticipated list of associated costs and submitted to the Band Manager for approval.

Requirements • Post-Secondary Student • Must be no older than 30 years of age; • Must be of First Nations Ancestry; • Must possess a Social Insurance Number; • Must be re-enrolling (which includes Grade 12 graduates) into full time post-secondary studies in September 2009. • Must be prepared to submit to a Criminal Records Check (a usual requirement for working with children and youth)

Summer Student Job OpportunitiesSummer Student Job OpportunitiesSummer Student Job OpportunitiesSummer Student Job Opportunities


HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM LEADER - POST SECONDARY Leq'á:mel First Nation is seeking a Post Secondary Student to act as team leader / daily supervisor for our Health and Environmental Education Program. This student will spend the month of June researching and developing ideas for a community based summer program. During the months of July and August the team leader will be working with three secondary students to implement this program. Activities • The Health and Environmental Education Program Leader (Post Sec) is a temporary position. The position will end the first

week of September. • The Health and Environmental Education Program Leader (post sec), working with Leq'á:mel administration staff and Coun-

cil, will develop, design and implement an education program aimed at integrating sustainability into the daily lives of the com-munity.

• Design and budgeting will be the primary focus of this position for the month of June, when three secondary students will join the team to run the program through July and August.

• The Health and Environmental Education Leader (Post Sec) will be responsible for day to day supervision of the three sec-ondary students; for developing daily work plans, ensuring program requirements such as weekly journaling are met, and re-porting any issues or difficulties to the Band Manager.

Requirements • Post-Secondary Student • Must be no older than 30 years of age; • Must be of First Nations Ancestry; • Must possess a Social Insurance Number; • Must be re-enrolling (which includes Grade 12 graduates) into full time post-secondary studies in September 2009. • Must be prepared to submit to a Criminal Records Check (a usual requirement for working with children and youth)

Application Deadline (both positions): 4:00 pm, Friday, June 12th, 2009. Interviews: Monday June 15.

Interested candidates should submit a resume complete with a covering letter stating the position he / she is interested in, in confidence to: Summer Careers Placement Program ♦ Leq'á:mel First Nation ♦ 43101 Leq'á:mel Way ♦ Deroche, British Columbia ♦ V0M 1G0

**Please see band office for full version of job postings.

Secondary Student Application Deadline (both positions): Friday June 26th


INDIGENOUS FIRST NATIONS AT SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY Simon Fraser University has more than 100 programs in 8 faculties where you can create your own degree that meets your academic goals. If you are graduating from high school and plan to attend SFU in the Fall 2009 term, apply online by June 30, 2009. Indicate that you are of First Nations, Métis or Inuit ancestry when you apply. For general admission requirements for high schools, colleges and universities, and mature students and those who want to apply under Diverse Qualifications, see www.sfu.ca/prospectiveundergrads. If you are a Canadian First Nations student with an admission average between 80 and 89%, you qualify for the $2,500 Aboriginal Student Entrance Award. Deadline to apply is May 31, 2009, at students.sfu.ca/forms/AboriginalAwardApp.pdf. ONLINE APPLICATION DEADLINES (check for extended dates) • Fall Term 2009 (September to December)

June 30, 2009 • Apply for the Aboriginal Entrance Award:

students.sfu.ca/forms/AboriginalAwardApp.pdf June 30, 2009

• Spring Term 2010 (January to April) October 31, 2009

• Summer Term 2010 (May to August) February 2, 2010

SFU CALENDAR Available as a searchable PDF at students.sfu.ca/calendar.

SPRING 2009 BULLETIN how to apply STEP 1 CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM • You may apply for both a first-choice program and a sec-ondchoice program. STEP 2 CHECK THE REQUIREMENTS • Review the admission requirements for the degree programs you identified in STEP 1 • You’ll find specific requirements for each faculty or program at students.sfu.ca/admission. STEP 3 APPLY ONLINE All applicants • Apply online at www.sfu.ca/prospectiveundergrads. • Apply by the applicable deadline for the term that you want to begin your studies. (You do not need to have completed your high school or college coursework before applying.) • Pay the $45 application fee online when invited to do so. Once you have applied, we will send you an email explaining what to do next. If you have attended any postsecondary institutions, you must send official transcripts directly to SFU. BC/Yukon Grade 12 students • Self-report your grade 11 and 12 interim or final course grades. • Include your Personal Education Number (PEN) on your application to authorize the Ministry of Education to send your interim/final grades directly to SFU. STEP 4 READ YOUR EMAIL • After you apply, we will email you important information regarding your application. • Review your “To Do” list on sis.sfu.ca for any required documents we need to evaluate your application for admission. STEP 5 APPLY FOR RESIDENCE • If you plan to live in residence at SFU, apply online at students.sfu.ca/residences at the same time that you apply for admission. STEP 6 EDUCATION SPONSORSHIP

See your First Nations Band Education Co-ordinator or Sponsoring Agent for an application. STEP 7 ACADEMIC ADVICE

Make an appointment with an academic advisor at students.sfu.ca/advising/academic. Choose from more than 100 programs across 8 faculties. Create your own degree. For admission assistance, band funding and general inquiries, contact: Jennie Blankinship, BA (S Fraser) MA (Vic, BC) First Nations Recruitment Co-ordinator Email: [email protected] Telephone: 778.782.6891 / Fax: 778.782.5399

FIRST NATION STUDENTS AT SFU Programs offered Archaeology Field School • First Nations Language Proficiency Certificate • Social Research Skills • Aboriginal Pre-Health • Teacher Certification For information on our Kamloops programs contact: Larissa Blank, Undergraduate Assistant 365 Yellowhead Highway Kamloops V2H 1H1 Toll-free 1.800.399.5565 / Telephone 1.250.828.9799 Fax 250.828.9864

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For more information on government services or to subscribe to the Province’s news feeds using RSS, visit the

Province’s website at www.gov.bc.ca.

Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General

B.C. SETS FINE AMOUNT FOR SECOND-HAND SMOKE IN VEHICLES VICTORIA – Children under the age of 16 will be protected from second-hand smoke in all motor vehi-cles when new regulations come into effect April 7, World Health Day, announced Public Safety Minister John van Dongen and Healthy Living and Sport Minister Mary Polak.

Individuals found to be in violation of the law will be subject to a $109 ticket, which is the same as a booster seat fine. Failure to pay will result in a refusal to issue both a driver’s licence and insurance. Police will have the authority to stop any vehicle when they suspect someone is smoking in the presence of a child under the age of 16.

B.C. joins other jurisdictions that have banned smoking in cars when children are present, including Nova

Scotia, Ontario and the Yukon. “We congratulate the B.C. government for taking this significant step to protect chil-

dren and youth from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke,” said Barbara Kaminsky, CEO of the Canadian Cancer Society, BC and Yukon division. “The dangers of second-hand smoke are more pronounced in the enclosed space of a vehicle, and children – who are more susceptible to its harmful effects – have no choice but to breathe it in. These regulations, which raise the health outcomes of children, and are supported by the public, make sense.”

The regulations follow legislation that was passed in the spring of 2008 under the

Motor Vehicle Act. The laws support the Province’s larger tobacco control strategy, which aims to further reduce the provincial smoking rates and also protect children from second-hand smoke. B.C.’s recent initiatives include a province wide policy in October 2008 that saw all health authority facilities throughout the province go smoke-free.

In March 2008, government implemented legislation that banned smoking in indoor public spaces and

workplaces and restricted the way tobacco is displayed and sold. As well, in September 2007, legislation was imple-mented that banned tobacco use in schools and on school grounds.

B.C. has the lowest provincial smoking rate in the country at 14.4 per cent. For more information on to-

bacco control in B.C., visit the Tobacco Control Program’s website at www.health.gov.bc.ca/tobacco.

Media Contact:

Anne McKinnon Communications

Director Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport

250 952-2387

250 812-4012 (cell)

Prevent Spreading the Illness!Prevent Spreading the Illness!Prevent Spreading the Illness!Prevent Spreading the Illness!


The Swine Flu, also known as the H1N1 Virus, is a respiratory disease caused by type A influenza most com-

monly found in pigs. Natural changes to this flu virus has allowed the disease to cross over to humans. As of

May 26, there have been 921 cases of Swine Flu reported in Canada, 115 of which are in British Columbia

(over forty cases are reportedly in the Fraser Valley area); one death related to the H1N1 virus took place in

Alberta, and one death took place in Ontario.

The symptoms of the Swine Flu are similar to the Seasonal Flu. This can include:

Body aches Sore Throat Vomiting

Cough Loss of appetite Diarrhea

Fever Headache

Chills Fatigue

The H1N1 Virus is contagious, and enters the body through the eyes, nose, or mouth. A person can pass on

the virus up to one day before showing any symptoms that they are ill.

If you are showing symptoms of the H1N1 Virus, you are urged to stay home, drink plenty of fluids, cover

sneezes/coughs, wash hands frequently, and limit contact with others in order to prevent spreading the flu.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the H1N1 Virus, please call HealthLink BC at 811 any time.

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To book an

appointment with one

of the doctors/nurse

practitioner, please

contact Sto:lo Nation

Health front desk at:

(604) 824-3200

or toll-free at

1-877-411-3200

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Wednesdays - Pediatrician

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dr. Ebash & Dr. Harries specialize in children's health from ages 0-18 years of

age. This is a drop-in clinic generally on a first come first serve basis, but does

accept appointments.

Thursdays - family doctor

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dr. Fox is a family physician available for people who do not have a family doc-

tor, or are unable to see their family doctor. His clinic is by appointment only.

Fridays - Nurse Practitioner

9:00 am –12:00 pm (times may vary)

Anjie Gibson is a nurse practitioner with a Masters Degree of Science in Nurs-

ing, specializing in men and women’s health. Nurse Practitioners can diagnose,

prescribe medication, order tests, and manage illnesses and pregnancies. She is

accepting new patients, and is available by appointment only.

**Anjie will be away from June 26– August 14.

All three clinics are located at:

Building #7 - Floor 1, 7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5


Keeping Seniors SafeKeeping Seniors SafeKeeping Seniors SafeKeeping Seniors Safe

Posted on http://bc.rcmp.ca

Chilliwack, BC: In support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and in relation to recent frauds reported

in Chilliwack there will be a presentation funded by The Chilliwack Lions Club and presented by Chilli-

wack Community Response Network and the Chilliwack RCMP later this month.

The presentation, "Keeping Seniors and Vulnerable Adults Safe" will be held in the Slesse Room at Ever-

green Hall (9291 Corbould St., Chilliwack) on Tuesday June 17, 2008 from 1-3 pm. Area of topics which

will be covered by Jeremy Sibley (Manager, Bank of Montreal) and Cpl. Wayne Baier (Chilliwack RCMP)

will include fraud, con artists, scams and banking.

Refreshments will be served and the presentation is free of charge. For further information or if trans-

portation is needed to the event please contact Beverly at 604-793-7211.

Cst. Tara Harrington

Upper Fraser Valley RCMP

Chilliwack

Released by

Cst. Lea-Anne Dunlop

Communications Officer

Upper Fraser Valley RCMP

46326 Airport Road, Chilliwack BC V2P 1A5

Office: (604) 702-4017

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day takes place on June 15, 2009 around the world. In support of the awareness day, RCMP Cst. Len Van Niewenhuizen and Jeremy Sibley, Manger of the Bank of Montral, are hosting a presentation to seniors and vulnerable adults to help protect them from frauds, scams, and teach them banking practices and abuse prevention.

This presentation takes place on:

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 At Chilliwack City Hall

8550 Young Road, Chilliwack From 10 am - 2 pm

A light lunch will be provided, and admission is free. This event is sponsored by Sto:lo Nation Health and the Chilliwack Community Police Office. For further information or if in need of transportation to the event, please contact Community Policing Officer at 604-393-3000.

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LOONIE AUCTION

JUNE 28TH

Loonie Auc�on/Car Wash

Leq’a:mel First Na�on

Band Office/Gym

June 28th

, 12 noon

Come and support

Calvin Douglas & Lisa Tereposky’s

wedding fundraiser!

~50/50 Draws~

~Door Prizes~

~Burgers & Hot Dogs by Dona%on~

~Lots of great Items!~

~Lemonade Stand~


May BirthdaysMay BirthdaysMay BirthdaysMay Birthdays

Mieke Stobbart

Aron Johnson

Miranda Fortune

Zachary Gabriel

Zebulon Gabriel

Jennifer Seymour

Robert Thompson

Cheyenne Brown

Anika Haerter

Rene Paterson

Louise Jasper

Wyatt Field

Brenda Martin

Christopher Dudley

Jennifer McArthur

Sheri Seymour

Jaye Galler

Clinton Solomon

Jessica Rollins

Susan Lewis

Ruby Proksa

Victoria Kelly

Joel Williams-Still

Jaida Laslo

Jerry Phillips

Jayde Edwards

Samuel Kelly

Angela Jefferson

Alice Thompson

Terrence Brown

Happy Belated!Happy Belated!Happy Belated!Happy Belated!


June BirthdaysJune BirthdaysJune BirthdaysJune Birthdays

Leslie Diablo

Charlize McKamey

Christina Noddin

Ronald Thompson

Andrew Clark

Douglas Bob

Paul Simmons

Jason Fell

Laloni Diablo

Margaret Hopkins

Arlene Proksa

Raphael Solomon

Derick Thompson

Gary Paul

Marlaneh Jefferson

Bonnie Leggat

Barbara Blanchard

Rita McArthur

Kianna Roberts

Tracy Phillips

Jacob Clark

Tracy Kelly

Carla Dupperon

Tracy Kelly

Eastin Hill

Shaina Thompson

Robert Morris

Corina Seymour

Shelby Field

Rhea Laslo

Brian Fitzgerald

Nasya Moore

Shelley Gabriel

Virginia Jack

William Kelly

Allen Gabriel

Jeremy Koehle

Rose Ann Still

Kathy Phillips

Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday!


June 2009June 2009June 2009June 2009 SunSunSunSun MonMonMonMon TueTueTueTue WedWedWedWed ThuThuThuThu FriFriFriFri SatSatSatSat

1

Craft Night (Brdrm)

5:30-7:30 pm

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

Council Mtg 6 pm

2

Language (Brdrm)

5:30 –8:30 pm

3

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

Traditional Council

Swearing In 6 pm

4

5

6 Deroche Totems

Narcotics Anonymous

mtg from 7-8pm LFN

Boardroom

7 8

Craft Night (Brdrm)

5:30-7:30 pm

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

9

Language (Brdrm)

5:30 –8:30 pm

10

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

11 12

SA - Women’s

Wellness Work-

shop (Gym)

9am-3pm

13 Deroche Totems

Narcotics Anonymous

mtg from 7-8pm LFN

Boardroom

14

Council Mtg

9am - 1pm

15

Craft Night (Brdrm)

5:30-7:30 pm

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

16

Language (Brdrm)

5:30 –8:30 pm

17

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

Membership Mtg

6 pm

18 19 20 Deroche Totems

Narcotics Anonymous

mtg from 7-8pm LFN

Boardroom

21

Aboriginal Day

Celebration (gym)

Doors open 2 pm

Dinner 5 pm

22

Craft Night (Brdrm)

5:30-7:30 pm

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

23

Language (Brdrm)

5:30 –8:30 pm

Mission Aboriginal

Family Place Fami-

ly Night

24 First Step to

Fitness 7:30-8:20

pm(Gym)

Children’s Oral

Health 2-4 pm

Boardroom

25 26 27 Deroche Totems

Narcotics Anonymous

mtg from 7-8pm LFN

Boardroom

28

Loonie Auction/

Car Wash (Gym)

12-4 pm

29

Craft Night (Brdrm)

5:30-7:30 pm

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm

(Gym)

30

Language (Brdrm)

5:30 –8:30 pm

31

First Step to Fit-

ness 7:30-8:20 pm


le'qa:mel first nation newsletter - june 2009

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