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Welcome ………………………………………………………………………………………………….………2
Economic Development Update………………………………………………………………………4-5
Lands Department Update………………………………………………………………………………..5
Natural Resource Update……….………………………………………………….………….………..5-6
Forthcoming Events …………………………………………………………………………………..…….6
November 2016
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Welcome
Hadi!
Dear Reader,
This is our seventh edition of our monthly
newsletter. The goal of this newsletter is to keep
our members informed about economic opportunities
and endeavors, activities on the reserve land, and
updates on natural resource development in the
territory. Please let us know if you have any
suggestions about the contents of this newsletter.
You can reach us on 250-562-0847 or email us at
[email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected];
[email protected] [email protected];
[email protected]; [email protected];
Our Economic Development Vision Statement
Lheidli T’enneh Nation is self sufficient Nation with
the technical expertise to advance larger scale
economic ventures, ensure sustainable employment,
support the entrepreneurial spirit of its Citizens
and sustain a strong, recognizable presence within
the Lheidli T’enneh Traditional Territory.
What do we do?
• Expand Business and Economic Development
Capacity
• Develop Business and Project Partnerships
• Attract Investment
• Support capacity development of our workforce
• Expand our business network with Governments,
Industry and other First Nations
Musi!
Zishan Shah, Community Economic Development
Manager
Capacity Development and Training objectives
• Individual course purchase: To provide
community members with access to training
interventions leading to employment
• Mobility: Assist with cost associated for
relocation of permanent employment
• Safety works gears: industry required
safety gears itemized by Worksafe BC
• Targeted wage subsidy: To provide
employers support that provides training
and work experience that leads to
recruitment and retention
• Supplementary allowances: the combination
of training and supplementary costs as a
result of entry to training
Capacity Development and Training office funding
initiatives
• Individual course purchase
• Mobility
• Safety works gears
• Targeted wage subsidy
• Supplementary allowances
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Non-Funded Services
• Employment counselling
• Resume and cover letter writing
• Job search
Musi!
Barbara Allan, Capacity Development and Training
officer
Clay Pountney, Workforce Promoter
I hope your all well and enjoying the crisp air headed
in to winter.
In the last few months I have been working with
many members and industry trying to make
connections for long term employment and it has
been looking very positive.
My door has always been open and glad more people
are using it for resume writing 1 on 1, cover letter 1
on 1, career exploration and an ear to bounce off
future goals for members. I will try to help in any
way I can.
In the last while I have been kept very busy
coordinating, organizing and recruiting members for
a 16 week Employment Readiness Program! The
Program started October 24th and is all about self-
awareness, English, Math and computer skills
upgrading, career exploration and job finding skills.
This course has my full attention now, but I can still
be reached via email ([email protected]) or the
Lheidli T’enneh Band office and can set up
appointments when necessary.
Musi!
Clay Pountney, Workforce Promoter
Lands Department
The Lheidli T'enneh First Nation has been operating under the First Nations Land Management Act since the ratification of their Land Code and Individual Transfer Agreement in 2000. As a signatory to the First Nations Land Management Act the Lheidli T'enneh have opted to take over the management and control of their land and resources, coming out from under the land and resource sections of the Indian Act. This includes the protection and management of the Reserve land environment. When an Environmental Management Agreement has been negotiated between the First Nation and the Federal Government the Lheidli T'enneh will be able to enact environmental protection laws on their lands. This Environmental Management Framework will outline the operating procedures for the protection and management of the Lheidli T'enneh Reserve land environment
Musi!
Ibraheem Ali, Lands Manager
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Natural Resources Referrals Office
• To review, track, monitor crown and industry
referrals, follow-up on referrals and draft
responses within designated deadlines
• Liaise with government, industry proponents,
consultants and third party interest groups
regarding information requests and referrals on
Natural Resources
• Coordination, development and facilitation of
Traditional Knowledge & Land Use Studies
• Collect, analyzes and stores geospatial mapping
data from government, business and other
resources referral processes
• Coordinate and participate in field work and site
visits as required
Musi!
Chus Natlo Sam, Referrals officer
Economic Development
Update
Lheidli T’enneh Gas Station Project Lheidli T’enneh has officially broke ground on October 12, 2016 on their first Gas Bar and Convenience Store on Lheidli T’enneh I.R.#2 – Southside across from Administration building. The station will sell exempt gas and tobacco, and the convenience will sell groceries and staple products. The new gas station will not only provide access to exempt gas and tobacco to over 6,000 Status First Nation peoples in Prince George, but also a
convenience store for the people living on the reserve. This will also provide employment opportunities for the people living on the reserve. The construction is expected to be completed by early next year and the grand opening will take place in the spring of 2017. This project is supported by funding received from All Nation Trust Company, they provided a grant to complete feasibility study and business plan. They are also providing a considerable contribution towards construction of this project. “This is a welcome addition to our reserve and the services we offer to our band members and Prince George community. This is another step to further diversify our economy and modernize our reserve.” stated Chief Dominic Frederick. “Lheidli T’enneh community is proud and excited to own a gas station and convenience store. We have come a long way in the process of diversifying our economy and will continue to strive towards strengthening our community.”
Traditional Land Use Study – Lheidli T’enneh
Workplan
Economic Development office in partnership with
Natural Resource Office developed a standard
traditional use study workplan that will be used to
conduct any future study. This was accomplished by
consulting with Lheidli Elders, experts in the field,
and chief and council. This document will provide a
guideline for industry in conducting traditional use
study and knowledge planning.
The workplan is available on our website under
Natural Resources ---Projects.
http://www.lheidli.ca/Natural_Resources/index.php#
projects
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State of BC Economy September 2016
According to the recent report released by Royal Bank of Canada, British Columbia projected economic growth to be at 3.0 per cent or greater for the third consecutive year in 2016 at 3.0%, primarily due to growth in domestic demand coupled with external sources playing an increasing role as the year progresses. It is projected that the real gross domestic product (GDP) to grow by 1.9% in 2017 instead of the 2.3% rate that RBC previously forecasted.
Source: RBC Economic Update September 2016
Lands Department
Update
The Lands department is working towards finalizing
the following matters:
a. Dog licensing
b. Zoning Law
- Lands department has organized three Lunch and
Learn events to learn from different organizations
about their involvement within Lheidli T’enneh
community.
- Lands Department has worked extensively on
Taxation, Tax Rates Law, and Tax Annual Expenditure
law and the laws are now endorsed by Chief and
Council.
- ACRS report has been received, one funding
application has been submitted for water treatment
and UV System. Planning to get approval for more
projects and funding opportunities.
Natural Resources
Update
Driving on resource Roads ‘Down’ or ’Loaded’ traffic has the right of way. It is good practice to yield to all industrial vehicles. Pull into a designated pullout when possible or as far over to the right (STOP!) and give them enough space to pass. Resource roads are the primary method of transporting raw logs to mills and are heavily used by large industrial vehicles. A loaded log truck can weigh 10 times more than a regular pick-up truck, has limited maneuverability and can take up to 300 feet to stop.
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2-way radios are recommended for safe travel on Resource Roads. If you do not own a radio, one can be rented at radio communication shops in many small and large centers. Designated radio channels are posted at the beginning of all resource roads. Note that in 2016 re-source road radio channels throughout BC changed to RR channels. If you have a radio, it may need to be reprogrammed. Most Resource Roads have the posted speed limit at the beginning of the road (generally 60-80km/hr). Reduce speed depending on the road conditions, traffic levels and road maintenance crews. Wait until you can see clearly. Do not drive in the dust of the vehicle ahead of you, and if pulled over, wait for the dust to settle if a vehicle has passed you in the opposite direction. Travel with your headlights on at all times. If you need to stop or pull over do so at a designated pull-out or on a straight stretch of road with good visibility. Never pass a vehicle unless it pulls over and indicates that it is safe to do so — even when indicated it is safe, pass cautiously. Generally as kilometer markings go up (increase), you are travelling further from town. Pack extra emergency supplies, e.g. first aid equipment, water, food and blankets. Let someone know where you are going and when you are expected back.
Forthcoming events
Open House Friday, November 18, 2016 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Southside Education Trailer (beside band office) The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure invites members of the Lheidli T’enneh community to attend an information session to review projects that are currently underway or recently completed within the traditional territory. The projects that will be showcased include: • Highway 16 West - Cluculz Hill Climbing Lane • Highway 16 West - Bunce to Blackwater Four-Laning • Highway 97 North - Salmon River Bridge Replacement • Highway 97 South -Stone Creek to Williams Road Four-Laning • Highway 16 East - Ancient Forest Access Upgrades Ministry staff will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.
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Get to know us
Barbara Allan Capacity Development & Training officer Phone: 250-963-8451 | Fax: 250-963-6954 | [email protected]
Brian Toth Contract Fisheries Manager Phone: 250-963-5632 | [email protected] Carl Frederick
Fisheries Program Manager – Trainee Phone: 250-963-8451 | [email protected]
Chus Natlo Sam Natural Resources Referrals Officer Phone: 250.562-0847 ext. 201| Fax: 250.562-2198 | [email protected]
Clay Pountney Workforce Promoter Phone: 250.963-8451 | Fax: 250.963.6954 | [email protected]
Ibraheem Ali Lands Manager Phone: 250.562-0847 | [email protected]
Janice Shannon
Lands Clerk Phone: 250.562-0847 | [email protected]
Zishan Shah Economic Development Manager Phone: 250-562-0847 ext. 202 | [email protected]
