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2 VanAsep Training Society2

Vancouver Aboriginal Skills

& Employment Partnerships. On the cover:

Leonard George, former co-chair and founding member of the VanAsep Training Society carries the Olympic Torch in North Vancouver, British Columbia.

The 2010 Winter Olympics were the original catalyst for creating the Vancouver Aboriginal Skills & Employment Partnerships Society and it is appropriate to remember where we began. From 2005-2008 VanAsep trained construction workers for infrastructure associated with the Olympics and in 2008 we began training for the Independent Power Plant Careers.

This is the 2010 Annual Report for the Society. Committed to training for long term careers.

The Vancouver Aboriginal Skills & Employment Partnership (VanAsep) Training Society is a value added organization lending expertise and training to both First Nations and Industry.

In particular, First Nations and Industry who have signed impact benefit agreements to support the nascent Run of the River Hydro Generation projects. Over 50 First Nations have been impacted by proposed developments with many already in the construction phase when VanAsep and HRSDC signed an agreement (2008-2012) to provide added value to independent power projects. These projects are increasing in British Columbia with over 200 proposals for new energy generation including run of the river, wind energy and alternate energy projects. New jobs are being created within and near Aboriginal communities in all aspects of the projects including the environmental review, construction, and operational phases.

Message from the Executive Director.

Table of Contents. Message from the Executive Director ........................... 2Results Reporting: Client Services ............................... 4New Careers as Power Plant Operators ......................... 6Success with Heavy Equipment Operators .................... 8Success with Carpentry and Trades Training ............... 10Success Continues ................................................... 12Audited Financial Statements .................................... 16New Opportunities for 2010-2011 ............................ 18A Guide for the New Economy / Partnerships .............. 19

Board of Directors:• VicDonaldson(ScottConstruction)• MikePritchard(FraserRiverPile&Dredge)• PaulSchincariol(CloudworksEnergyInc.)• ChiefKimBaird(TsawwassenFirstNation)• JulieBaker (Spo7ezCommunityCenter&CulturalSociety)• LeonardGeorge(TWNEconomicDevelopment)• ClaireMarshall• DanaGoedbloed(KwantlenPolytechnicUniversity)• DuncanWilson(VancouverPortAuthority)• JayYule(SchoolDistrict47)

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Message from the Executive Director. HRSDC National Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program provides resources and assistance to train and employ Aboriginal people.

A National matrix for employability is provided by HRSDC which includes assessment, skills development, job search and job maintenance. Assistance within each of these areas combine to create a return-to-work action plan for clients seeking sustainable jobs. Client records and documentation are forwarded to HRSDC through the learning management system - Accountability Resources Management System (ARMS). HRSDC has committed $10 million to support VanAsep Training Society in the areas of assessments, skills development, and job maintenance.

The jobs exist through the many impact benefit agreements. VanAsep will provide $14 million in additional resources through a combination of cash and in kind, including provincial training resources.

The 2008-2012 IPP project, now underway, is essentially a multi-party training agreement to assist Aboriginal people gain long term sustainable jobs in the power plant industry. The key to this project is partnerships and working collectively with both Aboriginal workers and Industry focusing resources on the areas of need.

All clients must have an assessment to participate in the VanAsep programming and clients are tracked for the life of the project through skills development, employment and job maintenance. Assessments for all clients requires VanAsep to work with other Aboriginal agencies, communities and resources. An example would be the Douglas Lake Run of the River project where two agencies, the First Nations Employment Society, and Stoilo Nation AHRDA provide resources to impact communities either directly or through the Lower Statlimx Tribal Council (LSTC). Douglas Lake First Nation is an LSTC member.

Today, the IPP is operational and individuals have gained valuable skills and job experience.

VanAsep provides added value to these and other existing agreements without duplicating services. Participants are registered with either service agency and a Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES) is completed. Skills development needs are identified and additional partners are brought together to ensure quality training is provided on-site or in close proximity to the worksite. For example, the Industry

Training Authority (ITA) of British Columbia provided resources to VanAsep to match Federal ASEP funds and provide needed skills development through the

Millwright Preparation program, Carpentry Level 1 courses, and Heavy Equipment Operator training. Workers received advanced training and additional skills development through Kwantlen Polytechnic Trades Centre in Cloverdale, B.C.

There are many other multi-party agreements being supported by VanAsep, generating new innovative approaches to training that is provincially recognized and certified. This Annual Report will profile some of the partnership and worker successes. I hope you take the time to review this report and contact the Society.

Regards,

Linden Pinay Executive Director.


Results Reporting:Client Services.The Vancouver Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (VanAsep)isanon-profitpartnershipprojectto encourage Aboriginal employment into high-paying trades careers.

The society proudly collaborates with First Nation communities and theMétis Provincial Council along with industry and training institutions.

Through the successful development of key industry partnerships, VanAsep Training Society is able to meet and exceed the requirements of industry demands. Our training is demand driven, ensuring that skill levels are not only at an employable level but that the skills and training themselves are in the areas of trades where there is the greatest need. VanAsep trains Aboriginals in areas of trades where they will find employment and careers.

VanAsep was initially set up to support Aboriginal participation in Construction Career programs. Since 2005 over 1,200 people have participated in our Construction Careers program and today there are over 300 Aboriginal people registered in trade apprenticeships. More recently, VanAsep has adapted and expanded our proven training model into the Independent Power Production and the Supply Chain Sectors. These advances enable us to bring a new wealth of options and opportunity into First Nations communities while maintaining the singular focus and persistent results that has made VanAsep, our partners and communities successful. We focus on what we are good at; ‘Getting Proven Results’.

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success storiesVanAsep, in partnership with First Nations and Industry, are proud of our client successes.

Youth in Trades – FNES/NEC

Jonathon Vance: Jonathon Vance is 20 years old and is of Métis descent. Jonathon registered with VanAsep on February 23, 2009. He enrolled in our Youth in Trades program (in partnership with FNES) in hopes of pursuing a career as a certified plumber. Jonathon excelled in the Youth in Trades program and received multiple certificates including Construction Safety and Traffic Control. On October 16, 2009, he completed Plumbing Level 1 at the Plumbing Industry Apprenticeship Board School. Jonathon is well on his way to becoming a certified plumber.

James Massie: When James registered with VanAsep on January 15th, 2007, he had just completed a custom home building and renovation job with Schmidt Ventures. Now, three years later, at the age of 25, James has obtained his Red Seal Carpentry certification. James attributes his education and training successes to on-site experience, determination, and the assistance provided by VanAsep. James recently started his own contracting company, Massie Contracting, specializing in custom home building, concrete finishing and general renovations.


New careers at power plant operations. VanAsep takes training to First Nation communities impacted by Independent Power Plant projects. The Mobile Tool Crib assists in the provincial certification of community based training. The Industry Training Authority (ITA) recognized VanAsep training initiatives and co-funds the career training.

We are ensuring that Aboriginal workers are well-situated to benefit from new opportunities. First Nations and industry have ratified local impact benefit agreements in many areas open for clean energy production from the North Island to the Sunshine Coast and along the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley Coastal Mountain ranges. Teaming up with Regional Power, Cloudworks Energy and the BC Transmission Corporation, VanAsep and Sechelt First Nation are able to offer a complete, industry-recognized high-demand entry-level primer to prepare Aboriginals for careers in power plant operations and maintenance.

We have teamed up with Industry to offer the Power Plant Operator Training Program to provide entry-level workers with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to become safe and effective Power Plant Operators on run-of-river projects. Continued learning is implemented, and students’ knowledge will be cemented and put into practice with applicable practicums and apprenticeships, ensuring students have the necessary experience they need to succeed.

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Power Plant

Human Resources andSkills Development CanadaRessources humaines etDéveloppement des compétences Canada

Our Power Plant Operator Training Program prepares individuals for careers in independent hydro power plant operations and maintenance.

The three-part, 18 week course provides entry level workers with the necessary foundation, technical and hands-on experience to become safe and effective power plant operators.

This program was designed by industry with over 20 years experience operating small independent power plants, and partners with Sechelt Indian Band, Regional Power OPCO Inc., and VanAsep.

Power up your future.

Jarrett Newman, VanAsep Aboriginal Training Advisor


Success with heavy equipment

operators.

Heavy Equipment Operator – ITA/Musqueam

Matthew Mathison: Matthew is 26 years old and is a member of the Musqueam First Nation, located at the mouth of the Fraser River. Matthew registered with VanAsep on Oct. 13, 2009. Matthew experimented in many facets of the workforce and education before deciding on becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator. Matthew was in the Canadian Armed Forces, had worked as a construction labourer, a gardenstone manufacturer and as a 1st year plumbing apprentice. Matthew benefitted from each experience but was not truly satisfied. After completing the ITA Heavy Equipment Operator program, Matthew was hired by Davis Trading, a metal recycling company in Vancouver. He attended 5-weeks of additional on-site training in Calgary, Alberta, where he become familiar with Davis Trading’s operating procedures. Matthew currently works at Davis Trading Vancouver as a Rutter Tire Excavator. The company has been very impressed with his work.

Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Training ProgramOur ITA designated 6-week Heavy Equipment Operator Foundation program will teach you the skills that employers are looking for. Youwill learn how the heavy equipmentindustry works, and get an inside perspective of what’s expected, what you can offer, and what it takes to make itandgetagoodpayingjob.Youcanalsobecomesafetycertified, making you even more attractive to employersand increasing your wages. Learn how to connect with employersthroughjobsearchers,placementandreferrals.We provide the initial assessments, screening, safety and essential skills training as well as gear to get you into an apprenticeship program as soon as possible.

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Howard Grant Jr. Howard is 32 years old and is a member of the Musqueam First Nation. Howard has been in the construction industry for all of his adult life. After realizing he would always be one of the first to be laid off from a job site due to a lack of certification, Howard decided it was time to obtain his credentials. Howard registered with VanAsep on October 13, 2009 and enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operator training program in November. Howard successfully completed the training in February 2010 and is currently working for Peter Kiewit & Sons on Gateway Construction.


Success with carpentry training and trades training. Construction Training ProgramOur 6-week foundation will teach you the construction skills that employers want.Youwill learnhowtheconstruction industryworks,andgetan insideperspective of what’s expected, what you can offer, and what it takes to make it andgetagoodpayingjob.Weprovidetheinitialassessments,screening,safetyand essential skills training as well as gear to get you into an apprenticeship as soon as possible.

Carpentry Foundation – NVIATS/Campbell River

Lou Johnston: At age 44, Lou Johnston decided it was time to become certified in the trade that he had been immersed in for his entire life. Lou registered with VanAsep on April 7, 2009 and eagerly anticipated the commencement of the foundation program that would officially start his carpentry career. While enrolled in the program, Lou earned and received multiple certificates including Construction Workplace Safety Officer, as well as Transportation of Dangerous Goods. Lou successfully completed the Carpentry Foundation program and has since started a small family business building residential housing in his home community of Comox First Nation.

Ronald Mitchell: Ronald Mitchell is 54 years old and is a member of the Comox First Nation, located on Vancouver Island, between Nanaimo and Campbell River. Ronald registered with VanAsep on February 24, 2009 in Heavy Equipment Operation but quickly reverted back to his “roots” as a carpenter. After completing the Carpentry Foundation program, Ronald was hired by a local construction company to assist in framework for housing in his home community of Comox.

Carpentry Level 1 – School District 47/Powell River

Mario Paul: Mario Paul is 37 years old and is a member of the Sliammon First Nation, located along the Sunshine Coast near Powell River, BC. Mario enrolled with VanAsep on December 1st. 2008, interested in pursuing a career in carpentry. Mario attended the Carpentry Level 1 program developed and administered by VanAsep, in partnership with School District #47. While in the program, Mario excelled and received a final test result of 98%. For the last 4 months, Mario has been employed with John Spick Construction and is continuing his journey to becoming a Red Seal Carpenter.

Byron Harry: Byron Harry is also a member of the Sliammon First Nation. At age 19, Byron Harry enrolled with VanAsep aspiring for a career as a Heavy Equipment Operator. However, Byron quickly realized that carpentry was the trade that suited him best. On December 1st, 2008, Byron re-enrolled with VanAsep and successfully completed Carpentry Level 1. Since then he has established himself as a valuable employee with Peter Kiewit & Sons. Byron has been working on the Toba Valley hydro-electric run of the river project for the last 6 months.

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Welding Level C – School District 47/Powell River

Jacky Harry: Jacky Harry is 21 years old and is a member of the Sliammon First Nation. Jacky registered with VanAsep hoping to be a carpenter or a welder. He was ecstatic to find that VanAsep, in partnership with School District #47, was administering a Welding Level C course near his community. Jacky successfully finished the Welding Level C course and is currently employed with Peter Kiewit & Sons. He has been working for the past 4 months on the Toba Valley hydro-electric run of the river project.

William Adams: William Adams is 21 years old and a proud member of the aforementioned Sliammon First Nation. William registered with VanAsep on December 11, 2008 and successfully completed the Welding Level C program. He was immediately employed by Peter Kiewit & Sons to work on the Toba Valley hydro-electric run of the river project. Growing up near the water, William has developed a passion for boating and plans on attending courses in aluminum boat fabrication.

Joanne Allison

Red Seal Electrician and VanAsep Job Coach


success continues...

Anthony Alfred: Anthony is 29 years old and a member of the Namgis First Nation. He enrolled with VanAsep in November 2009; and took the Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Program in AlertBayfromJanuary–March2010.Anthony is currently working as a Rock Track Operator for Lamare Logging.

Gerard Alfred: Gerard is 39 years old and a member of the Namgis First Nation. He enrolled with VanAsep in November 2009 and took the Heavy EquipmentOperator (HEO)PrograminAlertBayfromJanuary–March2010.Gerardiscurrentlyseeking employment in Victoria.

Marvin Jones: is42yearsoldanda member of the Namgis First Nation. He enrolled with VanAsep in November 2009, and took the Heavy EquipmentOperator (HEO)PrograminAlertBayfromJanuary– March 2010. Marvin works atLamare Logging and also performs maintenance work at Orca. He is doing well at the both jobs andgetting great reviews from his employers.

Ian Elliot: Ian is 29 years old and amemberoftheMooseCreeFirstNation. He enrolled with VanAsep in October 2009, and has successfully completed our HEO Program. Ian is currently working as a forklift operator at YankTransport; a warehouse located in Richmond, B.C.

Sean Campbell: 26 years old, Sean enrolled with VanAsep in October 2009 and obtained his entry level certificateinconcrete/rebar.Seanis currently working as a Rigger withPeterKiewitandSons.

Jason Long: Jasonis29yearsoldandisfromtheNisga’aNation.Jasonhasalways been focused on becoming a journeyman carpenter, but stillwanted to experiment in others facets of the construction industry, and for that reason he first registered withVanAsep on September 5th, 2007.Jason completed a constructionrigging course that was co-delivered by VanAsep and the CLAC union. He then went on to undertake the educationandtrainingforPileDriverand Bridge Worker (co-deliveredby VanAsep and Squamish Nation Trades Centre). After successfullycompleting those courses, Jasonwas ready to return to his “focus”. Jason has since completed hisCarpentry Apprenticeship with JasperContractorsLTD.

Buddy Cardinal: is 30 years old and a member of the Cree Nation. Adding to his Red Seal Certificatein Carpentry, Buddy enrolled with VanAsep in September 2009 and successfully completed our Heavy EquipmentOperator (HEO)Program.He is currently working as a Carpenter withPeterKiewitandSons.

Conor Patrick: Conor is 26 years old. He enrolled with VanAsep in October 2009and inDecembersuccessfullycompleted our Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Program. Conor iscurrently interviewing for work with PeterKiewitandSons.

David Hall: Davidis45yearsoldandamemberoftheKwikwetlemFirstNation. He registered with VanAsep inAugust 2009, and inDecembersuccessfully completed the Heavy EquipmentOperator(HEO)Program.DavidiscurrentlyworkingforPeterKiewitandSonsinAbbotsford.Hissupervisors and foreman are very impressed with his work ethic and say he is outperforming those who have been on the job for years. David never has any excuses and is always on time for work. He loveshis job,which isapparent inhisworkhabits.Davidhasrecentlycompleted his Level 3 First Aid; and is now the First Aid Attendant at his jobsite.HisBandisveryimpressedand proud of him for setting such a good example for his people.

Michael Point: Michael is36yearsoldandamemberoftheMusqueamFirst Nation. He registered with VanAsep in October 2009 and enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Program. Duringhis training, Michael excelled andin December became an HEOApprentice. He is actively seeking employment with the Gateway HighwayConstructionProject.

9 Trainees completed HEO Training in Alert Bay.

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Dominic Ieraci: Dominicis35yearsoldandisofMetisdescent.Dominicwas a self-employed carpenter when he registered with VanAsep, doing small renovations, decks, fences, finish carpentry, framing etc.Prior to self-employment, Dominicpursued a variety of employment in anattempttofindacareerthathewould enjoy andbe successful at.Because of his varied background (electrical, plumbing, roofing,carpentry,computersolutionsetc.),Dominic was a perfect fit for theMillwright trade. With thehelpofVanAsep, Dominic enrolled in theKwantlen Polytechnic UniversityMillwrightFoundationProgramanduponcompletionwasofferedajobassisting current clients enrolled in theMillwrightFoundationprogram.

Waylon Isaac: is 21 years old and a member of the Namgis First Nation. He enrolled with VanAsep in November2009,andfromJanuary– March 2010 participated in theHeavy Equipment Operator (HEO)Program held in Alert Bay. He is currently seeking employment in Victoria.

Joe Wilson: is 44 years old anda member of the Nimpkish First Nation. He registered with VanAsep in November 2009, and participated in the Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Program held in Alert BayfromJanuary–March2010. ThisJuly, Joe enrolled in our 6-week,Class I, Level III Truck Course.

John Sherwod: John passed hisHEO with 79% and is currentlyworking on a barge operating a crane. John is hoping to get roadbuildingworkwithafirmlocatedontheIsland.MarvinJonesishelpinghimgetadditionalworkwithafirmas well.

Alvin Peters: completed the Framing Technicians program and worked forafewdifferentcompaniesjustasthe industry was starting to boom. Alvin gained the required work base training hours and enrolled in the 2nd year Carpentry program offered by Stitsma. Alvin was so determined to further his education he travelled every day from Squamish to North Vancouver. Alvin now works full timeinthecarpentryfield.

Robert McGarvie: is 25 years old and a member of the Tsawwassen First Nation and enrolled with VanAsep in February 2010. Robert is currently working at Dave PhalTrucking; and is also working with hisfamilyontheirfillsite.

Rodney Hearl: is 38 years old and a member of the Tsawwassen First Nation. He registered with VanAsepinJanuary2010;andhassince taken the Heavy Equipment Operator(HEO)ProgramheldattheTsawwassen Gateway Skills Centre. Rodney successfully completed the program on April 23, 2010 and has alsoobtainedhislicenseforTrafficControl Person. Rodney is currently working for both Raven Contracting andVancouverPileDrivingLtd.

Sam Jimmie: is 46 years old anda member of the Squiala First Nation. Registered with VanAsep in January2010;SamtooktheHeavyEquipmentOperator(HEO)PrograminMarch held at the TsawwassenGateway Skills Centre. He is currently working on a contract with Matcon Hauling; and earningvaluable seat time on both the DozerandExcavator.

Left–JayMearns (AboriginalTrainingAdvisor –VanAsepTrainingSociety)

Right–DominicIeraci (Millwrightclient andgraduate)


Jerry Williams: comes from Morristown BC. Jerry’s old jobback home was running front end loaders and wheel loaders in the local gravel pit. Jerry inquiredabout the VanAsep HEO program; enrolled and successfully completed the 1-week theory program. Jerryis now working with Ponte Bros. Construction running machinery such as the CAT Excavator, Front EndLoader,andBulldozer.

George Thomas: before George enrolled in 1st year Carpentry with Stitsma, he was supporting his family on Income Assistance. After completing the 1st year program George was hired on with the C.A.S.T Union, building thepre-cast moulds for the Canada Line. He stopped collecting Income Assistance and merged into the main stream work force. After working out in the field for oneyear, Stitsma offered him 2nd year Carpentry Training. George enrolled, successfully completed training and continues to work with C.A.S.T making a better living not only for himself but also his family.

William Peters:37yearsoldWilliamis a member of the Lac De MilleLacs First Nation; located west of Thunder Bay, Ontario in the Upsalaarea,wherehespentmuchof his time working as a labourer. William enrolled with VanAsep in November 2009 and joined ourHeavy Equipment Operator (HEO)Program. William successfully completed it, and received his HEO apprenticeship in December. Hismain career objective is to obtainfull-time permanent employment as a Heavy Equipment Operator.

Dennis George:Dennis is59yearsold, and a member of the Ohamil First Nation. He enrolled with VanAsep in January2010.Currently,Dennisisseeking employment; and hoping to get hired for work on a large WalMartconstructionsite.

AmandaWalls(Level2Carpenter)

George Walker: entered the 1st year Carpentry program with justenough work based training hours. George did well in the program, and was hired by PCL. George has been working on the North Vancouver Library, and the Lions Gate Hospital renovations. PCL is very happy with George’s performance and attendance. The company has offered him work in HAWAII. George very much likes his job and looksforward to his future employment with PCL.

Lyle Williams: in the early stages of trades training - Stitsma Employment /TrainingCentreofferedaFramingTechnicians program. Lyle was one of the first students whosuccessfully completed the program and has been employed with the same company for the past 3 years. Lyle wanted to continue his education in Carpentry which led him to the 2nd year of training offered through Stitsma. Lyle successfully completed the training and is back working with his company.

Stan Lester: is from Lil’wat Nation. He took the Road Builders Foundation Program offered at Lil’wat Employment Agency. He successfully completed the program and found employment with Creekside Resources Inc. Heisapart-timeRockTruckDriverand part-time Excavator Operator. At the age of 47 he is enjoyingthe career change. He had been a plumberandpipefitterbutcouldn’ttake the physical labour anymore.

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Ben Lewis: also completed the Squamish Valley CORE program. Ben inquired about working on the Sea to Sky University project andwas hired by Nova Reinforcing. Two years later Nova moved Ben totheSeatoSkyhighwayproject.Ben is happy working with Nova on vatiousjobsites.

Russell Jacobs Jr.: successfully completed the Squamish Valley CORE program and was hired by Nova Reinforcing, the company in charge of the rebar for the foundations of the new Sea To Sky University project. After roughly2 years working onsite at the University, Russel was moved tothe Sea to Sky highway project.Russelllikesdoinghisjobandisstillworkingonthejobtodate.

Ambie Wallace: is 28 years old and from Lil’wat Nation. He completed the Road Builders Foundation program in May 2006. Seekingemployment he found opportunities in welding training. He transferred his career trade to steel fabrication and welding and has been employed with Whistler Welding for the past year. Whistler Welding is ready to indenture him and are waiting on further training opportunities. They feel he has what it takes to succeed in this trade.

Targets for EntirePeriod of Agreement

Results to Dateout of 1,082 Registered Clients

Clients Assessed

Client Interventions

Clients Employed

# of Clients tocomplete theirAction Plan(completed Interventions)

2,500

1,000

800

900

1,368

478

1,474

747

Jack Wilson: is 29 years old and a member of the Cape Mudge FirstNation. He enrolled with VanAsep in January2010.HehashisCarpentryLevel I; and his Traffic ControlPerson license. Jack is currentlyworkingforPeterKiewitandSons.

Maury Bikadi: is a Lil’wat Nation member.Maury has beenworkingat the Lil’wat Concrete and Aggregates plant for the past two years. He has recently taken the Concrete Finishing course and wants to further his training and possibly obtain his trade certification.Thoughheiscurrentlyin a training position he is a foreman ofafifteenmancrew.Hehopesinthe future his training will lead to running the batch plant.

Daniel Gagne: is ofMetis descentand is 34 years old. Danielregistered with VanAsep on July31st,2007.Hecame toVanAsepwith big aspirations and after toiling through the construction industry, not knowing his “calling”, Danielfound that he had a real passion for the power behind the tools, and not the tools themselves. Danielexcelled in his newfound passion, completing Electrical Levels 1, 2, and 3 at BCIT. Daniel nowworksforMDEElectricalinVancouver.

Fabian Peters: was one of our students in the Framing Technicians program. After completing the program Fabian found work with a couple of companies in the Squamish and upper Squamish area. When it was announced that Stitsma was holding a 2nd year Carpentry program, Fabian enrolled as quickly as possible and travelled back and forth each day from Squamish Valley to the training center in North Vancouver. Through his dedication Fabian successfully completed his 2nd year training and has returned to work with the company of choice at a decent wage.

Dylan Cassidy: is 22 years old and a member of the Tsawwassen First Nation. He enrolled with VanAsep in January 2010; and has beenassigned to work with Raven Contracting.

Richard Doucet: successfully completed Stitsma’s 1st year Carpentry Program, and one week later was hired on by C.A.S.T, building the pre-cast moulds for the Canada Line. Richard plans to return to take the 2nd year Carpentry program.


Audited Financial Statements VanAsep Training Society

STATEMENT OF OPERATIONSFor the year ended March 31, 2010 2010 2009 (Schedule)

REVENUEHuman Resources and Skills Development Canada $ 3,000,001 $ 2,536,785Partners’ contributions – in-kind 98,085 143,754Partners’ contributions – cash 229,260 -Tuition 20,710 178,594Province of B.C. 458,346 195,537Administration 13,571 3,115Interest - 12,480 3,819,973 3,070,265

PROGRAM ASSISTANCE EXPENSESApprenticeship training 1,610,980 1,001,704Ready to work 385,541 377,083Job coach program 910,769 681,588Work based training 390,660 -Construction trades 283,506 -Core training - 1,129Project management - 25,480Skills training program - 602,887 3,581,456 2,689,871

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION EXPENSESAdvertising 42,116 58,145Amortization of capital assets 74,918 41,199Bad debts 20,955 4,070Consulting fees 51,458 27,784Insurance 6,173 10,056Office and administration 117,645 73,290Office rental 54,817 41,810Professional fees 37,054 72,677Salaries and benefits 356,961 218,195Telephone 17,175 15,124Travel 61,493 47,816 840,765 610,166

EXCESS (DEFICIENCY) OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES $ (602,248) $ (229,772)

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Audited Financial Statements VanAsep Training Society

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITIONMarch 31, 2010 2010 2009

ASSETSCURRENT ASSETS

Cash $ 327,650 $ 442,844Amounts receivable - 419,801GST receivable 24,911 65,590Prepaids and advances 23,538 11,430 376,099 939,665CAPITAL ASSETS 203,708 98,006 $ 579,807 $ 1,037,671

LIABILITIESCURRENT LIABILITIES

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 233,245 $ 78,011Wages and benefits payable 12,968 23,818 246,213 101,829

COMMITMENTS

FUND BALANCESRESTRICTED (17,919) 352,841UNRESTRICTED 147,805 484,995INVESTED IN CAPITAL ASSETS 203,708 98,006 333,594 935,842

$ 579,807 $ 1,037,671


new opportunities 2010 - 2011

VanAsep Training Society has produced informational brochures with brief descriptions of the diverse courses that VanAsep provides.

Supply Chain Careers – VanAsep, along with Tsawwassen First Nation has created and opened the Gateway Skills Centre. At this centre, VanAsep provides Supply Chain training, the intermodal transportation of goods.

Power Plant Careers – As the economy turns increasingly towards green energy, Aboriginal workers are perfectly situated to benefit from these new opportunities.

First Nations and Industry have ratified local impact benefit agreements in many areas open for clean energy production.

Heavy Equipment Operation – VanAsep’s HEO training offers ground breaking opportunities for Aboriginal workers. The skills obtained are fully transferable, opening up paths to civil projects, forestry, oil production, demolition, construction and more.

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a guide for the new economyA ground-breaking project in Vancouver, BC was developed in 2004 to address the growing demand for skilled workers in the construction industry. Our definition of a Job Coach refers to providing support to both the worker and the employer, to foster a fit into skilled careers. The Job Coach is responsible for establishing and continuing the relationship between the client, VanAsep, technical training institutions, unions, industry associations, First Nation communities and their representatives. The VanAsep job coach model has been adopted in most provinces of Canada where Aboriginal communities are working with industry. This publication will define the role of a job coach and their importance to success. This publication was developed with the support of the HRSDC National Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership program (ASEP).

partnershipsVanAsep Training Society relies immensely on strong, viable partnerships. In order for a partnership to be successful, the partnership must be understood, properly developed and well maintained. Skills, knowledge, and experience are required when we bring people together to form useful and productive partnerships. The objectives of this publication are to assist people in learning more about partnerships as well as offering suggestions about how to be more effective in them. It provides tools and tips to enhance partnerships, and outlines what is needed to move forward together. This publication was developed with the support of the HRSDC National Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership program (ASEP).

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