senklip - june 2014

JUNE 2014

Senk’lip NewsEditor: Sulinek SaddlemanPh: (250) 542-4328 ext. 200Fx: (250) [email protected]: 12420 Westside Rd., Vernon,BC, V1H 2A4

Chief: Byron LouisCouncillors:Homer Alexis, LyleBrewer, Barbra (June) Cole, Tim Isaac, Allan Louis, Coola Louis, Diane Louis, Raymond Marchand, Russell Williams and Leland Wilson

Okanagan Indian Band, 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC. V1H2A4“Ensuring the Future through Cultural, Social and Economic Development.”

The Vancouver Board of Trade has hon-oured Constable Dave Marchand as the 2013 Vancouver Police Officer of the Year at a lun-cheon held today.

Throughout his 21-year policing career, Con-stable Marchand has consistently performed to the highest standards demonstrating lead-ership, excellence, and outstanding service to the community. He is an inspirational leader, motivator and mentor.

While working in District Three, Constable Marchand identified the need to coordinate patrol containment efforts during in-progress calls. He set up and delivered training, invit-ing members of the Dog Squad to participate. The impact on arrests was immediate and his training rippled out to all districts. To this day, Constable Marchand’s tactics remain the standard for dealing with priority and in-progress calls.

Drawing on his automotive background, Constable Marchand devised a plan to dis-able stolen vehicles and set up surveillance to nab returning car thieves. From the mo-ment it was implemented this tactic caught suspects, and provided evidence, while mini-mizing risk to the public.

While seconded to CFSEU he became an ac-complished “road boss” and surveillance trainer and was tasked with organizing many complicated logistical investigations. While seconded to the 2010 Integrated Security Unit, he managed the Aboriginal Liaison portfolio and was instrumental in fostering

open and effective discussions and develop-ing strong relationships between the Four Host First Nations and the ISU.

Since returning to District Two, where he is currently assigned, Constable Marchand has had an immediate positive impact on the neighbourhood crime issues by tackling the root causes of many long-festering problems and building trust and relationships with vulnerable people.

In 2011, Constable Marchand was present-ed with the Lieutenant Governor’s Award of Valour for his brave and prodigious efforts to keep a suicidal woman alive. More recently, Constable Marchand and his partner re-

ceived a Chief Constable’s Commendation for saving a man’s life who was trying to commit “suicide by cop.”

In his 21 years with the Vancouver Police De-partment, Constable Marchand has received three separate Chief Constable’s Commen-dations and two Chief Constable’s Unit Cita-tions.

Constable Marchand brings his best game to work, day after day, winning the respect of citizens, local business owners and anyone who works alongside him.

--Media Release from The Vancouver Police Department

2013 Police Officer of the Year: Constable Dave Marchand

CONSTABLE DAVE MARCHAND

NOTICE OF GENERAL BAND MEETINGDATE: JUNE 25/2014TIME: 5:00 PM

LOCATION: HEAD OF THE LAKE HALLAGENDA TO BE FINALIZED AND DISTRIBUTED.

Okanagan Indian BandDog Control By-law No. 2012-XXBeing a By-law Respecting the Care and Control of Dogs on the Reserves of the

Band.Enacted on the ___ day of __________ 2012.

WHEREAS:A. Subsection 81(1), paragraph (a) of the Indian Act empowers the Council of a Band to pass bylaws to provide for the health of residents on the Reserve and to prevent the spreading of contagious and infectious dis-eases;B. Subsection 81(1), paragraph (d) of the Indian Act empowers the Council of a Band to pass bylaws to provide for the prevention of disorderly conduct and nuisances;C. Subsection 81(1), paragraph (e) of the Indian Act empowers the Council of a Band to pass bylaws to provide for the protection against and prevention of trespass by cattle and other domestic animals, the establish-ment of pounds, the appointment of pound-keepers, the regulation of their duties and the provision for fees and charges for their services;D. Subsection 81(1), paragraph (q) of the Indian Act empowers the Council of an In-dian Band to pass bylaws with respect to any matter arising out of or ancillary to the exer-cise of powers under this Section 81;E. Subsection 81(1), paragraph (r) of the Indian Act empowers the Council of an In-dian Band to pass bylaws to provide for the imposition on summary conviction of a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars or im-prisonment for a term not exceeding thirty days, or both, for violation of a by-law made under this section.

F. The Council of the Band is of the opin-ion that the uncontrolled ownership, breed-ing, and running at large of animals may be detrimental to the health of the residents on the Reserve, and a nuisance to such resi-dents;THEREFORE, the Council of the Okanagan Band enacts this Okanagan Indian Band Dog Control Bylaw, No. 2012-XX as follows:1. GENERAL1.1. This by-law may be cited as the “Okanagan Indian Band Dog Control By-law No. 2012-XX”.1.2. In this by-lawa. “at large” or “running at large” means off the premises of the owner and not muz-zled or under the control of any person;b. “band” means the Okanagan Band, a Band within the meaning of Section 2 of the Indian Act;c. “Council” means the duly elected Council of the Band from time to time;d. “dog” means any dog, male or female and includes an animal that is a cross be-tween a dog and a wolf;e. “Dog Control Officer” means a Dog Control Officer, appointed pursuant to sec-tion 2.1, or any by-law enforcement officer, including a police officer or a person em-ployed by the Council for the purpose of en-forcing the provisions of this by-law.f. “dog register” means the register kept by the Dog Control Officer for the purpose of the registration of all dogs on the Reserve.g. “dwelling” means each single unit home being a fully or semi-detached build-ing, a multiple unit dwelling, an apartment home or any building used or intended to be used for human habitation and in which nor-

mal domestic functions may be carried on.h. “Medical Health Officer” means the Medical Health Officer employed by Health Canada with jurisdiction over health mat-ters within the Reserve or a Medical Health Officer appointed by resolution from time to time;i. “muzzle” means to secure a dog’s mouth in such a fashion that it cannot bite anything;j. “owner” of a dog includes a person who possesses or harbours a dog, and the terms “owns” and “owned” have a corresponding meaning;k. “pound” means a place designated by Council resolution pursuant to section 2.2 for the holding of dogs impounded pursuant to this bylaw;l. “provoke” means to intentionally do some act to a dog with the knowledge that the action will or is likely to illicit a ferocious, vicious or aggressive response from the dog;m. “public notice” means a notice posted in the Band Office, in the Band’s Senk’l’ip Newspaper, on the Band’s website (www.okib.ca) and at such other locations and publications as directed by the Council;n. “Reserve” includes each and every part of Okanagan Reserve No. 1, Otter Lake Reserve No. 2, Harris Reserve No. 3, Swan Lake Reserve No. 4, Priests Valley Reserve No. 6, Duck Lake Reserve No. 7 and any oth-er lands that may be set apart as reserves of the Band from time to time;o. “resolution” means a resolution ap-proved by the Council in accordance with the procedures governing meetings of the Coun-cil from time to time;p. “vicious dog” includes

JUNE 2014 DRAFT DOG BY-LAW

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Application for Status Cards

Application will not be accepted unless you have the followingMandatory Valid Picture ID:

1. Passport2. Driver’s License3. Provincial ID4. Student Card5. Firearm License6. Employee Card (which can-not be expired for more than 6 months)

A secondary piece of ID is also re-quired such as:

1. Birth Certificate2. Provincial Health Care Card

When applying for a status card for a minor, only the legal guard-ian can apply and sign and must present their picture ID along with the child’s birth certificate.

You are also required to bring your own picture either passport or status card size.

Status Card Fees:Okanagan Indian Band members FreeNon-Band members $25.00

Registration of Birth/Marriage/Death/Amendments Fees:Okanagan Indian Band members FreeNon-Band members $10.00

*These Fees are due to supplies and courier fees.

The Okanagan Indian Band is in the process stage and developed for first (1st) reading of the DRAFT Dog Control Bylaw to make sure we meet the community’s needs for regulating domestic dogs on Okanagan Reserve Lands.

Send us your comments:Email: [email protected]

Fax: 250-542-4990Mail: 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC, V1H 2A4.

Or Attend the General Band Meeting to share your concerns and ask questions on June 25th, 2014.All Community input and feedback will be included in a report provided to the Band Council and will assist the staff on the

suggested changes for Council’s consideration.

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i. any dog that demonstrates any fero-cious, vicious, or aggressive behaviour;ii. any dog that a Dog Control Officer, upon reasonable and probable grounds, be-lieves to be a vicious dog;iii. any dog which has been the cause of a prosecution under this by-law within the pre-vious six months where a conviction against anybody had been entered concerning that specific dog;iv. any dog which has bitten another ani-mal or human without provocation.1.3. This by-law applies to all owners of domestic animals residing on or visiting on the Reserve.2. ADMINISTRATION2.1. The Council may, by resolution, ap-point a Dog Control Officer to provide for:a. the administration and enforcement of this by-law; andb. to receive registrations and to issue identification tags under this by-law.2.2. The Council may, by resolution, estab-lish a pound and/or appoint a pound keeper to provide for:a. the quarantine and impounding of dogs pursuant to this by-law; andb. to receive payment for the costs as-sociated with capturing, quarantining or im-pounding dogs under this by-law.2.3. The Council may, in the resolution appointing a Dog Control Officer or pound keeper:a. provide for reasonable remuneration to be paid to the Dog Control Officer or pound keeper;b. limit the exercise of a Dog Control Of-ficer’s powers to one or more of the Reserves.2.4. The Council shall give public notice of all Dog Control Officers, dog pounds and pound keepers immediately upon their ap-pointment.2.5. A Dog Control Officer, pound service provider or pound keeper may be an inde-pendent contractor and is not required to be an employee of the Band.2.6. All complaints related to offences made under this bylaw shall be directed to the Dog Control Officer.3. REGISTRATION AND IDENTIFICA-TION OF ANIMALS3.1. Every person keeping one or more dogs on the Reserve shall register and have an identification tag placed around the neck of each dog.3.2. The application for registration shall be filed with the Dog Control Officer and it will include:a. the applicant’s name;b. the applicant’s civic address and/or lot number;c. a description of the dog or other ani-mal sought to be registered, including age, sex, name and breed if known;d. the number of dogs in the household;e. a record that the dog is immunized against rabies, noting the date of such immu-nization, the name of the person immuniz-ing the animal, including the manufacturer’s name of the vaccine and its batch number;f. the number of the identification tag is-sued to the owner in respect of the dog;g. any other information deemed by the Dog

Control Officer to be necessary for the proper administration of the bylaw.3.3. The charge for registration and identi-fication tags shall be as set out in Schedule A to this bylaw.3.4. The Dog Control Officer shall issue an identification tag bearing a unique identifica-tion number to a dog owner upon registra-tion of the dog and payment of the annual fee and, if necessary, proof that the animal has been immunized against rabies.3.5. The licence tag shall be securely at-tached to the collar or harness of the animal at all times.3.6. The registration and identification tag will be valid for one full year from the date of issuance.4. IMMUNIZATION OF ANIMALS4.1. All animals on the Reserve must be immunized in accordance with generally ac-cepted veterinary standards.4.2. The owner of any dog exposed to ra-bies shall, on demand by the Dog Control Officer, surrender such animal to the Dog Control Officer to be held by the Dog Control Officer in quarantine for a period of 14 days and such animal shall not be released from such quarantine without the written permis-sion of the Medical Health Officer.4.3. Upon demand of the Dog Control Of-ficer, the owner of any animal shall forth-with surrender to the Dog Control Officer any animal which has bitten any person or which has been exposed to rabies to be held in quarantine at the discretion of the Medical Health Officer.4.4. Any dog found to be infected with ra-bies shall be destroyed by its owner or by the

Dog Control Officer at the owner’s expense.5. LIMITATION ON DOGS PER DWELL-ING5.1. No more than three (3) dogs shall be kept, harboured or possessed in any dwell-ing;5.2. The provisions of section 5.1 shall not apply to dog litters, whereby the pups are under four (4) months of age.6. GENERAL PROHIBITIONS6.1. Subject to section 6.2, every owner of a dog shall keep the dog safely tethered or penned up at all times.6.2. A dog need not be tethered or penned up as provided in subsection 6.1 if the dog:a. is held on a leash by a person capable of restraining the dog’s movements;b. is being used by a person for the pur-pose of hunting;c. is being used by a person to work in a lawful manner with sheep or cattle; ord. is used by a visually impaired person as a guide dog.6.3. No owner shall allow a female dog in heat to remain in any public place unless the animal is attached to a leash and is accom-panied by and is under the observation and control of the owner or his agent.6.4. The owner of a dog who fails to take all necessary measures to ensure that a dog owned by them is under control or super-vision or in the possession of the owner or his agent at all times while on the Reserve is guilty of an offence.6.5. The owner of a dog which causes damage to any property including moveable property, lawns, flower gardens, flower beds, bushes or plants, or other parts of property,

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is guilty of an offence.6.6. The owner of a dog shall, when the dog is on public property or private property be-longing to another person, immediately pick up and thereafter lawfully dispose of, any fe-ces, vomit, or any other waste left by the dog on the said property.6.7. No owner shall allow his dog to re-main unfed or without water whereby it ei-ther amounts to cruelty or causes the dog to become a nuisance.6.8. No person shall punish or abuse a dog in a manner which is cruel or unnecessary.6.9. No owner shall permit a dog to bark, yelp, growl or otherwise annoy or disturb the peace of residents on the Reserve.7. PROHIBITIONS WITHIN SPECIFIC AREAS OF THE RESERVE7.1. The Council may at any time prohibit the keeping of animals within any area of the Reserve.7.2. Notice of any prohibition made by Council pursuant to subsection 7.1 shall be posted in the band office and after the date of the posting of such notice, no person shall keep or have an animal within the prohibited area.7.3. No person may establish, own or oper-ate an establishment or facility for the board-ing or treatment of dogs within the Reserve, without express written authorization to that effect from the Council, by way of Council resolution or a business licence.8. VICIOUS DOGS8.1. Anyone owning a vicious dog or ag-gressive dog must post a clearly visible sign at the entrance of their property to notify the public.8.2. At all times, a vicious dog must be muzzled and kept on a leash whenever it is in a public place.8.3. On private property, a vicious dog shall be kept on a secure leash or in a re-stricted area which shall be constructed so as to prevent any escape by the dog and to prevent the entry of children.8.4. If a dog is apprehended because it has allegedly inflicted an unprovoked attack upon an animal or human person, the Dog Control Officer shall impound the dog and conduct an investigation to determine the validity of the allegation.8.5. If the Dog Control Officer conducts an investigation pursuant to section 8.4 and de-termines that the allegations are true, then the Dog Control Officer may humanely de-stroy the dog after giving five (5) days notice

to the owner, otherwise the Dog Control Of-ficer shall return the dog to the owner.8.6. A person or Dog Control Officer may kill, if necessary, a vicious dog which is run-ning at large and is in the act of pursuing, attacking, injuring, damaging, killing or de-stroying:a. a person;b. another dog that is tethered;c. a food cache, harness or other equip-ment; ord. domestic livestock.8.7. A person or Dog Control Officer who must kill a vicious dog, pursuant to section 8.6, shall immediately report the incident to the Dog Control Officer and notify the dogs’ owner.8.8. No damages or compensation may be recovered as a result of killing a dog by a per-son or Dog Control Officer who is required to do so pursuant to section 8.69. IMPOUNDING AND SEIZURE9.1. No owner shall permit his dog to be at large on the Reserve;9.2. An animal found at large on the Re-serve may be impounded for not less than five (5) days and, after notifying the owner, may thereafter be humanely destroyed or other-wise disposed of, unless in the meantime such animal has been claimed by its owner and the costs incurred for the impounding of the animal have been paid.9.3. A Dog Control Officer may seize a dog from any person whom he has reasonable cause to believe is violating or has violated or is about to violate any of the provisions of this bylaw.9.4. Subject to section 9.7, a Dog Control Officer who has seized a dog pursuant to sec-tion 9.2 shall release the dog to its owner where:a. the owner claims possession of the dog within five (5) days after the date of seizure, and;b. the owner pays to the Dog Control Of-ficer all expenses incurred in securing, caring for and feeding the dog as listed in Schedule “A” hereto attached;c. the owner has obtained the necessary registration identification tag from the Dog Control Officer before the dog is released.9.5. Where a dog has not been reclaimed within five (5) days after seizure, pursuant to section 9.4 and notification has been given to the owner, the Dog Control Officer may hu-manely destroy or dispose of the dog where a veterinary surgeon so directs and no dam-

ages or compensation may be recovered as a result of the destruction or disposal of such an animal.9.6. The Dog Control Officer shall seek vet-erinary attention for an animal found to be diseased, whereby the owner has declined, failed or neglected to do so; in addition, any fee arising from the provision of such veteri-nary care shall be a charge against the owner of the animal.9.7. Whereby, a dog is seized which is in-jured or should be destroyed without delay for humane reasons or for reasons of health or safety to persons or animals, the Dog Con-trol Officer shall destroy the dog as soon after the seizure as the officer thinks fit without permitting any person to reclaim the animals and no damages or compensation may be re-covered on account of such action.9.8. The Council shall forthwith make ev-ery reasonable effort to notify the owner of an animal which has been impounded.9.9. A written report of each such incident, as described in this section, shall be filed with the Council by the Dog Control Officer.10. ANIMAL DESTROYED IF UNABLE TO SEIZE10.1. Where the Dog Control Officer, after reasonable effort, is unable to seize a dog that is running at large, contrary to the pro-visions of this by-law, the officer may destroy the dog.10.2. No damages or compensation may be recovered as a result of the destruction of a dog by the Dog Control Officer pursuant to subsection 10.1.11. PENALTIES11.1. Every person who contravenes any of the provisions of this by-law is guilty of an offence and is liable on summary convic-tion to a fine of not more than one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or to imprisonment for a term of not more than thirty (30) days, or to both a fine and imprisonment.(continued on next page)(continued)11.2. Should a court determine that a provi-sion of this by-law is invalid for any reason, the provision shall be severed from the by-law and the validity of the rest of the by-law shall not be affected.11.3. This by-law comes into force 40 days after the date of mailing to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development as required pursuant to section 82 of the Indian Act.

Council Meetings Scheduled & Process

Regular Schedule: 1st Tuesday of month 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.2nd Tuesday of month 5:30 p.m. - 9:303rd Tuesday of month 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Changes will be circulated via email and www.okib.ca

All requests to be added to the Councils agenda must be submit-ted to Executive Director by Wednesday 4:30pm preceding each council meeting. Agenda items are reviewed and approved by the Executive Director and Chief Thursday afternoon. If you have any further questions or clarification please contact Sherry Louis, Executive Assistant to the Council, 250-542-4328 ext. 210 or email [email protected]

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Sen'klip SubmissionsDeadline: 15th of each month with distribution by the 1st

Please send submissions to: [email protected]

Documents: in word format Photos: jpeg format

ELDERS FUNDRAISERSJune 13 Fri- Bake Sale & Taco

Dinner5:30-830pmRaffle $1000 tickets

$20/eachAug 14 Thurs- Loonie Auction- Supper

5:30pmSept 14 SundayBingo12:30 pm

Contact Peggy Brewer 250-542-2745250-549-0439

EDUCATION JUNE 2014

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JUNE 2014 SNC’C’AMALA?TN NEWS

Snc’c’amala?tn News

From the Director/PrincipalLorraine Ladan

Dental Health Day

The next Dental Health Day at Snc’c’amala?tn will be on Monday, June 9 starting at 9:00 am. This is carried out by dental health staff from Interior Health and OKIB Nurse, Sharon Cullen. If you have any questions about the Dental Health Day or the Fluoride Varnish Pro-gram to protect children’s teeth, you may contact Sharon Cullen at 250-542-5094.

Mother Goose – Free Program

The Mother Goose program started in May and is continuing through until June 25. If you would like to join in this fun caregiver and child program, you can still do so. June sessions are:

Wednesday, June 4 -5:30 to 6:30 pmWednesday, June 11 -5:30 to 6:30 pmWednesday, June 18 -5:30 to 6:30 pmWednesday, June 25 -5:30 to 6:30 pm

Moms and/or Dads or caregivers are wel-come with children up to age 4. Come and share in the songs, rhymes, stories and a snack. All sessions are held at Snc’c’amala?tn Early Childhood Educa-tion Centre. If you would like more in-formation you can call Nancy or Mona at 250-545-3800.

Closures

All child care and school programs will be closed:

Monday, June 23 – ABORIGINAL DAY

Tuesday, July 1 – CANADA DAY

June Special Events

Preschool and K i n d e r g a r t e n Sports DayThursday, June 12

Donuts for DadInfant Toddler Daycare and Head StartDads, have a do-nut for Father’s Day when you drop off your child!

Kindergarten Family DayFriday, June 1310:00 am Parents to meet in Kindergarten class-room for a fun morning. We will walk to Komasket Park and a picnic lunch will be provided by the school.Preschool Father’s Day LunchFriday, June 1311:00 amAt the Preschool

Snc’c’amala?tn Mini Pow WowFriday, June 209:30 to 11:15 amKomasket ParkEveryone is welcome to attend.

Snc’c’amala?tn Year-End Parent Events

Wednesday, June 25 Preschool Gradua-tion 11:00 am Preschool ClassroomWednesday, June 25 Head Start Year-End Dinner 5:00 pm

Head Start RoomThursday, June 26 Kindergarten Graduation 10:30 am At Komasket Park

Last Day of SchoolThe last day of school is Thursday, June 26. School will end at NOON on the last day.

SUMMER DAY CAMP AT SNC’C’AMALA?TN

For Children Ages 6-10

Crafts, Sports, Outdoor Activities, Cul-tural Activities, Games, One Outing Weekly, Pizza Party and More

AVAILABLE SESSIONS:Session 1: July 7 – July 24, 2013Session 2: July 28 – August 14, 2014

Each session is 14 daysMonday to Friday, 5 days a week9:00 am to 4:00 pm

STATUS: $84.00 per child per sessionNON STATUS: $140.00 per child per sessionFees must be prepaid before child can participateChildren must bring own lunchChildren must wear hats and sunscreenSmall morning and afternoon snack provided

For more information:Call 250-545-3800 REGISTRATION FOR BOTH SESSIONS DUE JULY 3

If yOu CHILD wAS BORN IN 2011 THEy ARE ELIgI-BLE fOR HEAD START IN SEpTEMBER 2014. If yOu wOuLD LIkE TO pRE-REgISTER pLEASE gIVE DENISE ALExIS A CALL AT 250-545-3800 OR COME TO THE DAyCARE AND ASk fOR A REgISTRATION fORM fROM THE fRONT

DESk.

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Infant/Toddler

Happy Birthday to Olivia and Luke in June, and we say “welcome” to Sophia.

Thank you to Jessie Lacroix for finding a playhouse for our yard, the children love it! We are spending as much time outdoors as possible, before the weather gets too hot for our little ones. We are en-couraging the children to be empathetic

and to share with their friends, lessons that are best learned at an early age. We show them how to be respectful in their actions and language and we encourage the older children to help out with the babies. Thank you to the parents for let-ting us know when their schedules are changing so we can adjust their child’s daily activities to best suit their needs. Some days we have only five children, al-though as I’m writing this note we have a dozen babies and toddlers playing in our room today. A very busy bunch!

Limlimpt Autumn Marchand, Mary Marchand and Ramona Wilson.

Head Start and 3 to 5 Year Old Daycare

Happy Birthday to Eric and Denise. Also we welcome to Kimora to Head Start.

Wow another year coming to an end for our Head Start children. They have grown so much and are all doing really well with learning the language. Thank you, Virginia

Gregoire (our Tupa) for your continued support with our staff and helping us with learning the language. The children really love you.

We will be having our year end dinner Wednesday June 25, 2014 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Parents of Head Start please come out and enjoy a meal be-cause it was an honour to teach your

children this year!

LimlimptDenise, Jordyn, The-resa, Ashley, Mona and our TUPA (Vir-ginia)

Preschool

Wi, From the Spep-lina Room:

In May we had a field trip to see the turtles at Brewers Pond.

Thank you Jan and Barry! The children saw about 6 or 7 turtles. They were nice and quiet so the turtles were not scared away.

The Mother’s Day Tea was awesome! Thank you to all the Mothers and Grand-ma’s that could attend. At the end of the month we will be going to visit O’Keefe Ranch and to Mona Tronson’s to see the beaver dam. This year has been a pleasure to have worked with the children.

Happy Graduation to:

Also thank you Tupa for your time, lan-guage and knowledge. I love learning from you! Thanks Mona for culture, Mur-ray for your musical talents, Walline for drumming and Nancy who brings Moe (the mouse) for language development.

Limlimpt: Karla Louis Donna Lewis

Kindergarten

Wi from the P’qel qin room,

The school year is going by quickly and the kindergarten class has been working hard learning their letters and sounds. They have been learning to read some words including ‘Sight Words’ such as; is, in, to and ‘the’ and some simple word families such as the ‘at’ family (bat, cat, fat, hat, mat, pat, etc.), the ‘op’ family and the ‘an’ family and to spell some simple words. In math the children are counting by 5’s and 10’s, learning about measure-ment and using terms such as tall/short, long/short, heavy/light, big/small.

On May 21st we are going to the Allan Brooks Nature Centre where we will have a guided tour of the trail and pond and then we will get to explore the hands on exhibits inside the centre. We are also looking forward to a fieldtrip to Farmer Val’s in Coldstream on May 28 where the children will get to feed a llama, sheep and goats, brush the ponies, help collect eggs and taste fresh churned butter on crackers.

Congratulations to Jason, Koenn, Robert and Taylor Louis for completing their 2nd home reading sheets by reading a total of 60 books so far this year, and to Zaley and Calder for completing their 3rd home reading sheet and having read 90 books so far this school year. Way to go! Happy 6th birthday to Robert and Taylor Louis, Calder, Tanner and Taylor Lalonde.

Mrs. Alexis and Trish JohnsonKindergarten Teacher and Certified Edu-cation Assistant

-Olivia Apssasin - Leeila Marchand-Devon Cohen - Maxson McMillan-Cordell Gre-goire-Bear - Asia Moss

-Kanan Klassen - Hayden Phelan-Houle-Dalton Lawrence - Lucas Rempel-Kayden Marchand - Aryanna Wilson

OKIB Preschool Class

OKIB Headstart

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JUNE 2014 IMMERSION SCHOOL

Thank you to all the parent volunteers who helped make our field trip to the Nk’mip Desert Cultural Centre and the 10th Annual Track Meet and Tradi-

tional Games hosted by Sen Pok Chin School in Oliver a success!

We would also like extend a big Thank You to our Food

Coordinator, Tiffany Wilson, for taking on the job of making sure that our school and staff were well fed. Also a thank you to Bill Yampolsky for not only driv-

ing the bus, but helping chaperone and being a group leader as well.

From the Immersion School Staff

• John Wilky Louie•Danielle

Saddleman•Shane Miller• Keona Joe

• May Marchand

• Natalie Chambers

•Tim Jensen• Coola Louis•Justin Joe

10th Annual Track Meet and Traditional Games Awards May 23, 2014 at Sen Pok Chin

Reed Wilson 1st in 50m and 100m 2nd in 200mLandon Daponte 2nd in ArcheryKacey Miller 2nd in Spear Throw 3rd in 50mNeven Vincent 1st in Archery 3rd in 100m, 200m and

Spear ThrowPwalxken Joe 1st in 50m, 100m & 200m 2nd in 300mKara Marchand 2nd in Archery 3rd in GaffingDylan Wright 1st in Gaffing 2nd in 100m & 200m 3rd

in 50m

Nahko Magpie 1st in 200m & 300m 3rd in 100mMackenzie Miller 1st in 50m, 100m, 200m & 300m,

Spear Throw & Rope Throw 2nd in Gaffing

Isabella Wright 2nd in 50m, 100m, 200m & 300m 3rd in Archery

Timara Jensen 3rd in Archery, Rope Throw and GaffingMorgan Martens 3rd in Rope ThrowShelby Richard 1st in Gaffing 3rd in 200m & 300m

Ayub Jack 1st in Gaffing & Spear Throw 3rd in 100m & Rope Throw

Jewel Jensen 1st in Rope Throw 3rd in 50m, 100m & 200m

Sapien Joe 1st in 50m, 100m, 200m & 300m 3rd in Archery

Keanu Louie 2nd in 200m & 300mSienna Belanger-

Lee1st in Spear Throw & 50m, 2nd in

100m & 200m, 3rd in 300mWilly Cohen 2nd in Archery

Primary

Intermediate

JUNE 2014

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The Immersion School Students on a field trip

to pick SPITLEM.

The NUTIRITIONAL BENEFITS OF SPITLEM (Bitter Root)

70 g of fresh spitlem (bitter root)

•A good source of iron, providing 3.4mg (50% more than a 3-4 ounce serving of

beef• It is a source of vitamin C- 19mg

( we need 60-75 mg per day)•Provides a small amount of calcium-

27mg ( we need 600+ depending on our gender and stage of life)

•It is an energy source, providing 15 g of carbohydrate, however, it is slow di-gesting, so is not likely to impact blood

sugars to strongly

IMMERSION SCHOOL

JUNE 2014

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EDUCATION

Post Secondary Applications

Planning to apply for Post-Sec-ondary?

Applications can be picked up from the Band Office or printed from the Band’s website www.okib.ca and are to be submitted to Lacey Gregoire

([email protected])

Application Deadlines:

For September enrolment - dead-line April 30 For January Enrolment - deadline September 30 For May Enrolment - deadline January 30

Eligibility for Post-Secondary Funds can be reviewed in the Post-Secondary Policies on the OKIB Web-Site and Funding is based on Funds Available

If you have any question about the application form or programs that are funded please contact Lacey Gregoire by phone 250-542-4328 Ext 209 or email.

RECREATION PROGRAM AT SNC’C’AMALA?TN

For Children 6-10 Crafts, Sports, Outdoor Activities, Cultural Activities,

Games, One outing Weekly, Pizza Party & More AVAILABLE SESSIONS: Session 1: July 7-24, 2014

Session 2: July 28-August 14, 3014 Each Session is 14 days Monday to Friday, 5 days a

week. 9:00 am-4:oo pm STATUS: $84.00 per child per session

NON-STATUS $140.00 per child per session fees must be prepaid before child can participate

Children must bring own lunch. Children must wear hats & sunscreen

Small Morning & Afternoon Snack provided. For More information call 250-545-3800 REGISTRATION FOR BOTH SESSIONS

DUE BY JULY 3 , 2014

Roll Call for Okanagan Indian Band

Members

If you are graduating Grade 12 Student or Post-Secondary Graduate for the school year of 2013-2014, we would like to know about it.

Details to include in your response:Full Legal NameParental InformationSecondary School/Academic InstituteGraduation Photo (jpeg)(optional)Accomplishments/Awards/Scholarships (optional)Brief inspirational message-up to 50 words (optional)

Please contact the Education Department either by telephone 250-542-4328or toll free 1.866-542.4328 or email: [email protected]

CLASS OF

2014

JUNE 2014

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COMMUNITY

DID YOU KNOW...

Kindergarten ShotsDid you know that there are some changes to the Immunization Sched-ule for children? We now offer Hepatitis A for First Nations children as well as a second booster for Vari-cella (Chicken Pox). Rotavirus has also been added for infants. The best protection against vaccine preventable diseases is to have your child vaccinated on time. If you have any questions about your childs schedule please call.Is your child due for their kindergarten shots? Call Sharon and book an appoint-ment. 250 542-5094.

Dental Varnish ProgramThis is a program in partnership with Interior Health Dental Team and offered in the Sn c’c’amala?tn Daycare. This is a program that aims

to prevent decay in young childrens teeth. Fluoride varnish has been used in Europe since the 60’s and is now used in Canada. It has been found to reduce decay by 40-56%. It is very safe to use as it uses only 2 drops on an infantor toddlers teeth. The beginning stages of decay appear as white spots on the teeth. If varnish is applied to white spots it will strengthen the tooth and prevent cavities from developing.Preventing tooth decay begins with the parents brushing or cleaning the teeth when they first appear. Sippy cups should only be used for water and no bottles given in bed or while sleeping. Give healthy snacks and regular brushing (twice a day) is recommended.If you would like your child or toddler checked please give us a call at the Health Department 250 542-5094 and ask for Sharon.

Our next date at Snc’c’amala?tn is scheduled for June 9 2014 @ 9:30 to 12:00. New parents need to sign consent form and be present to be trained by our Awesome Dental Team.

Advertising Rates For The Sen’klip Full page: (10” x 14”)

¾ Page (10” x 10 ½”)½ Page (10” x 7” or 5” x 14”)

¼ Page (10” x 3 ½” or 5” x 7”)1/8 Page (5” x 3 ½”)

1/16 page (2 ½ x 1 ¾” size of business card)

Size OKIB Members Public/Business Plus HST

Full Page $150 $300¾ Page $100 $200½ Page $75 $150¼ Page $ 40 $801/8 Page $ 30 $601/16 Page $25 $50

JUNE 2014

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SEABREEZE POWER CORP.

Background: Pothole Creek met towerinstalled in October 2013

W i n d I n v e s t i g a t i o n U p d a t e f r o m S e a B r e e z e P o w e r C o r p .We would like to thank the Okanagan Indian Band Chief & Council, and Sta� for their continuing e�orts in working with Sea Breeze! We are pleased to inform you that our �eld crew successfully installed meteorological towers (met towers) at the "Bouleau Mountain" site this fall. Over the coming months, these met towers will be collecting wind data to determine whether the sites have the necessary wind resources to become viable wind farm projects. Okanagan members were included in our �eld crews for the met tower install and Okanagan Archaeological Monitors were on site during the ground disturbance for the anchoring of the met towers. We hope to install two additional towers when the weather improves.

Sea Breeze believes in ongoing engagement and transparent dialogue with communities regarding our proposed wind sites. Sea Breeze looks forward to holding a community meeting in the coming months. If you have any questions or concerns in the meantime, we invite you to contact our Manager of Wind Development, James Gri�ths at: 604-689-2991 x233 or JamesGri�[email protected]. We look forward to seeing you in the near future!The Sea Breeze Team

WIND SITES UNDER INVESTIGATION

Kelowna

Bouleau Mountain

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Hwy 5

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Hwy 6

Hwy 97A

Chapperon Lake

Douglas Lake

Pennask Lake

Vernon

Merrit

Nicola Lake

Stump Lake

Kalamalka Lake

Wood Lake

Swan Lake

Okanagan Lake

Above: Bouleau Mountain met tower

installation in December 2013

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JUNE 2014JOB POSTING

JOB TITLE: PRINCIPAL/DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: EDUCATION

Hours of work: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week)

Start date: August 2014

Deadline for Applications: Position will remain open until filledInterviews will begin mid June 2014

CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCALECommensurate with experience and education

Please send resume, cover letter and references in any one of three ways:Email: [email protected]: (250) 542-4990Mail: 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC V1H 2A4

A Criminal Record Check and 3 References are required.ONLY THE APPLICANTS WHO ARE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

JOB SUMMARYThe Principal/Director of Education will manage the operational needs of the Cultural Immersion School and play a key role in the develop-ment of strategic plans for the school and education vision of the Okanagan Indian Band.

As Principal for nkmaplqs i snmamayatn i kl sqilxwtet Cultural Immer-sion School Grades 1-7 the incumbent is responsible for all adminis-trative and planning functions related to the School and maintaining language immersion and culture as a key focus of the school. REPORTING STRUCTURE Reports to the Executive Director

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Management and Teaching •Implement a strategic educational plan aimed at achieving academic excellence •Apply the strategic school plan for responding systemically when students are not learning•Work collaboratively with staff, parents, the Okanagan Indian Band Education Committee, the School Authority, the Early Childhood Education Centre and other stakeholders•Work with schools in the Provincial system in this area and with the School Board(s) on the Local Education Agreements•Curriculum Development: work with teachers and community on incorporating the Okanagan language and culture into the overall curriculum•Work with the Parent Advisory Council or other administrative body in long term planning and outcomes•Prepare annual work plan, monthly report and briefing notes as required•School Administration, reporting and operations •Teaching a multi-grade class, as needed

Strategic Planning and Vision Implementation •Support the organization’s work in establishing mission, vision, and values, engaging constituents as appropriate toward the development of an Education Framework to guide the future of Education Development for the OKIB•Development of the OKIB Education Strategic Plan and manage the implementation process•Provide information to the organization on long-term impacts of issues, decisions and activities•Research and recommend the organization’s response to Education policy changes or emerging initiatives at the Federal level•Foster openness, understanding and suitable representation of com-munity values and interest in all undertakings

Inter-agency Collaboration and Leadership •Provide educational leadership to ensure a student-centered approach in all OKIB Education department affairs•Ensure that all students in the OKIB community have the opportunity to meet the outcomes set by the organization, the Minister or their own educational plan goals•Develop and maintain effective relationships with Nation schools and governmental departments, universities and other stakeholders•Oversee Post-Secondary funding process and ensure students are aware of all avenues for education, skills training and development•Create a communications strategy engaging the community in the development of the vision and values related to Education for Okana-gan members and educational outcomes

Financial and Human Resource Management •Develop and manage an annual budget to support strategic goals•Manage and evaluate staff through continuous consultation, coaching and professional development plans•As required, conduct orientation for staff, board/education authority committee members•Participate in the annual self-evaluation process of internal or external governing bodies•Ensure that all external reporting required for the various programs is submitted to funding, regional or legislative bodies in a timely manner•Ensure expenditures are made according to the budget and prepare required internal reporting required•Prepare and present quarterly reports for OKIB Chief and Council and for the community as directed by Chief and Council as well other reporting as required•Manage all fiduciary responsibilities as assigned through a delegated authority process•Act in accordance with all statutory requirements to implement provincial education standards and policies

QUALIFICATIONSEducation•MA in Education Administration•Business Administration Degree or Diploma•Excellent computer skills, knowledge of D.R.U.M.S. (Data Records and User Management System) an assetExperience•Five years working with schools, boards, and other inter-agency collaboration•Five years working with First Nations schools and communities•Experience teaching elementary school children•Excellent classroom management skills and ability utilize the strategies of positive classroom management

Competencies (KSAs & Desired Attributes)•Knowledge of the BC Curriculum and IRP’s for Grades 1 to 7•Knowledge and practical experience with Read Well, Saxon Math, and DIBELS•Knowledge of current assessment strategies and practices•Knowledge of special education and current teaching strategies and programs to support learning assistance and special education students•Knowledge of Professional Learning Communities, possessing strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaborative-decision making•Knowledge of AANDC programs and funding•Knowledge of the Okanagan Band community•Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills•Ability to influence and use judgment in decision-making•Ability to synthesize multiple perspectives into an achievable strategic or work plan•Excellent time management and problem solving skills•Excellent organizational skills•Effective verbal and written communication •Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity•Strong financial management and human resource management skillsmaking it difficult for the Principal/Education Director to concentrate.

DIRECT REPORTSDaycare Manager, Head Teacher, Okanagan Language Teacher, Language Nest Staff, Education Administrative Assistant.

JOB POSTINGJUNE 2014

JOB TITLE:YOUTH PROGRAMS COORDINATORDEPARTMENT: HEALTH AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Hours of work:Monday to Friday, some weekends (37.5 hours per week)

Start date:June 2014

Deadline for Applications: June 13, 2014

CLASSIFICATION/PAY SCALE Commensurate with education and experience

Please send resume, cover letter and references in any one of three ways:

Email: [email protected]: (250) 542-4990Mail: 12420 Westside Road, Vernon, BC V1H 2A4

A Criminal Record Check and 3 References are required.

ONLY THE APPLICANTS WHO ARE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

PURPOSE AND KEY FOCUSOKIB’s Youth Programs Coordinator will promote the personal, ed-ucational and social development of young people, in our community. Programs aim to engage young people, redress inequalities, value opinions and empower individuals to take action on issues affecting their lives, including health, education, unemployment and the environment, by developing positive skills and attitudes.Our Youth worker responds to the needs and interests of our young people and works collaboratively with a wide range of service providers, e.g. schools, and colleges, Mental Health & Addictions, Child & Family Services, Youth Justice and the RCMP. Methods include supporting recreational activities, providing advice and counseling, sometimes in an outreach setting.

JOB SUMMARYThe Youth Programs Coordinator will assist the Youth in achieving their goals through mentorship, support, referral, skill development and education with cultural emphasis. REPORTING STRUCTURE Reports to the Social Worker

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Children/Youth: •assessing the needs of young people, and planning & delivering programs related to areas such as health, fitness, smoking, drugs, relationships and bullying•running arts-based activities, community/cultural/environmental projects, residential activities, outdoor education and sporting activities•befriending and supporting individuals in various settings•mentoring & supporting individuals to encourage social inclusion•referrals to counseling services •maintaining and/or attending regularly scheduled recreational programs •other related duties are required

Community Responsibilities: •managing and administering youth and community projects and resources•recruiting, training and managing volunteers•working with parents and community groups to gain support for improved provision of services •acting as an advocate for young people’s interests•creating a Parent Advisory Committee •identifying and utilizing appropriate community/nation resources and programs as part of a goal oriented plan•developing positive and supportive relationships with children and youth, their families and other significant figures in thechild/youth’s life

Administrative Responsibilities: •identifying and pursuing sources of funding for projects to im-prove services and/or resources for young people•undertaking administrative tasks, verifying information and responding to queries

•meeting, liaising and networking with police, educational establishments, social services, Youth Justice and other agencies to address issues and promote opportunities for young people•drawing up business plans, writing reports and making formal presentations to funding bodies•maintaining accurate, confidential case notes•other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONSEducation•Two years of post-secondary education or training in child/youth care •Human Service Worker Diploma, or equivalent,

Requirements: •Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License •Reliable transportation•Ability to meet security clearance requirements (Criminal Record Check) •Must be willing to work flexible hours

Experience•Will have a minimum of two years of Youth Programs Coordinator or social services experience •Experience working with First Nations communities•Demonstrated ability to work with hard to reach children, youth and their families•Ability to identify health and safety issues for children and youth•Knowledge of child and adolescent social, emotional and cognitive development

Competencies (KSAs & Desired Attributes)•Role model - a balanced lifestyle that is drug and alcohol free•Empathetic and client centered leadership approach•Ability listen and demonstrate empathy•Ability to work within a team and individually•Ability to work on a number of tasks and meet deadlines•Excellent organizational skills•Honest and trustworthy•Respectful

WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical DemandsThe Youth Programs Coordinator will have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. The Youth Worker may also have to do some light lifting of supplies and materials from time to time. Environmental ConditionsThe Youth Programs Coordinator may have to manage a number of projects at one time. Sensory DemandsSensory demands include use of the computer, which may cause eyestrain and occasional headaches. Mental DemandsThe Youth Programs Coordinator deals with a diverse group of youth and needs to be available to meet with them to communi-cate available resources to them based on their needs.

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COMMUNITY JUNE 2014

I would like to thank everyone for your support and understanding concerning the death of my husband on March 25. I recently read the guest book from the Celebration of Life on April 5 and was moved by how many of you were present that day. The numerous cards, flow-

ers and messages of condolences overwhelmed me. The personal visits while I was off work brought me comfort. I am aware and sorry that I missed some visits because I was out. Thank you to Chief and Coun-cil, OKIB Managers, co-workers past and present, friends and com-

munity members for your thoughtfulness and kindness. This has been the most difficult time of my life. I loved my husband dearly. We were

together for 36 years and I miss having him to share the joys in life like our grandchildren. From the bottom of my heart, I thank all of you for reaching out to me and making me feel a part of this community. While

my heart continues to ache, I feel blessed for all of you.Sincerely,

Lorraine Ladan

CONGRATULATIONSSCOTT BREWER

& RHEANNA LINDLEY

ON THE BIRTH OF

FAORAROSE BREWER

BORN MAY 9, 2014

William and Judy WilsonJoyfully announce the birth

of their grandson.

Quinn Ellery Thomas-Wilson

April 15th 2014

Born to their daughter Maria & Brandon

Congratulations

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JUNE 2014 BIRTHDAYS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARTIE!!!

LOVE SULINEK & ZACH

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNCLE WILL

“BIG PAPPY”

LOVE YOUR FAVOURITESSULI &ZACK

She is the Best Catch, Friend and Sister...so many memories, with

many more to come.from Sherry & Glenda.

To the best little sister, wishing you a Happy Birthday and many more to come.

from sherry & glenda

Happy Birthday Justinthe best brother/uncle/son/husband/father

Our Family Could ask for !