Volume 5 Issue 10, May 20th, 2011

Snuneymuxw News is published bi-weekly. We welcome your submissions: send to news@snuneymuxw.ca or telephone (250) 713-9987.

Girl power: Our girls rallied to compete hard for the Mother’s Day Soccer Tournament in Cowichan Traditional Territory (City of Duncan). Back row, left to right: Tara, Stephanie, Alex, Chyanne, Tenisha, Josie, Casey, Ian. Middle row: Christine, Isabella, Ainsley, Kaitlyn, Ceceila Front row: Maliasha , Allyson.

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SNUNEYMUXW JOB POSTINGS Newcastle Island

2011 Seasonal (June-September)

Newcastle Island Coordinator Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Economic Development Coordinator, the Newcastle Island Coordinator will oversee all operational aspects of the Park Facility Operator contract and the Pavilion concession, catering and event services.

Hours: This is a four month full-time seasonal contract position. Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Interested applicants are required to have:

Good public relations skills. Strong work ethic based on daily production schedule Ability to excel in a stressful fast paced work environment Excellent interpersonal and management skills. Ability to maintain good relations with external partners and/or stakeholders.

Also it is beneficial (but not necessary) for applicant to have:

• A post-secondary degree/diploma in Management, Tourism/Recreation Management, Resource Management or Business Management or 3 years equivalent and relevant experience.

• Strong understanding/background in finance control/accounting.

• Strong computer skills – Word/Excel/Outlook

• Pleasure Craft Operators Certificate, VHG Marine Radio, Advanced First Aid (OFA Level III or equivalent) preferred. Current and valid BC Drivers Licence.

Please submit your current resume and cover letter to: Wanda Good

Snuneymuxw First Nation 668 Centre Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4Z4.

Deadline May 27, 2011 at 4.30 pm For more information contact Gary Wilson at 250.740.2313

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SNUNEYMUXW JOB POSTING Newcastle Island

2011 Seasonal (June-September) Pavilion Concession & Catering Crew

4 - Full-time summer positions 2 – On-call summer positions

Summary: Under the direction of Newcastle Island Coordinator, perform all duties related to both de-livering food services for the daily concession, and for the catering contracts on Newcastle Island.

Responsibilities: 1. Prepares menu items to a professional and consistent standard. 2. Communicates with public in an appropriate manner when necessary. 3. Ensures that Pavilion manager is notified of any equipment irregularities, food shortages, or em-ployee issues promptly. 4. Performs duties in a safe manner. 5. Taking orders and collecting payments from customers. 6. Performs all cleaning duties associated with Pavilion and kitchen upkeep. Assists in ensuring kitchen is run as effectively and profitably as possible.

Qualifications: • Experience working with food is essential.

• Experience working with public is an asset.

• Experience handling money is an asset.

• Level 1 First Aid & CPR ‘C’, Super/world host, and Foodsafe Level 1 are all desired certifications. Current and valid BC Drivers License is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required • Ability to excel in a stressful, busy work environment.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Excellent food preparation skills. Ability to maintain good relations with co-workers and supervisors.

Please submit a covering letter and resume to: Wanda Good Snuneymuxw First Nation 668 Centre Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4Z4 Deadline: Friday, May 27, 2011 at 4:30pm For more information contact Gary Wilson at 250.740.2313

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SNUNEYMUXW JOB POSTINGS Newcastle Island

2011 Seasonal (June-September) Park Facility Maintenance Crew

3 – Full time summer positions 2 – On-call summer positions

Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Newcastle Island Coordinator, perform general camp-ground maintenance including cleaning of campsites, washroom facilities, beaches and day use areas and basic landscaping (weed whacking, mowing and brush trimming).

Hours: Full time, five days a week on rotating schedule (will include weekend work). Interested applicants are required to have:

Good public relations skills Strong work ethic based on daily production schedule The ability to work well in a team and individually Strong self motivation Grade 12

Also it is beneficial (but not necessary) for applicant to: • Have experience in the service/hospitality industry • Have certification in First Aid, SuperHost and WHMIS • Be able to use chainsaws, lawn mowers, weed whackers Successful applicants will be expected to work independently and to act as ambassadors for Snuney-muxw in meeting visitors to the park. Please note preference may be given to Snuneymuxw First Na-tion members. A criminal record check may also be requested.

Please submit your current resume and cover letter to: Wanda Good Snuneymuxw First Nation

668 Centre Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 4Z4. Deadline May 27, 2011 at 4.30 pm

For more information contact Gary Wilson at 250.740.2313

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Happy Birthday to Hannah White, surrounded by flowers from family, friends, and the many admirers who trace their educational success to her work in primary school. Her 78th birthday was May 11th; the SFN community made it a day of joy for her as well-wishers phoned and visited with hugs and flowers.

First photo right: Grandmother Joyce White with the twins; Chief’s wife, Anisa, with her mom, Shelah Boyle — and the boys!

Mother’s Day Photos

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SFN Grad Ceremony

May 26th, 2011 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Beban Park

Snuneymuxw First Nation is having a celebration to honor our Snuneymuxw Secondary and Post Sec-ondary Students. Please join us as we honor our SFN Students.

Transportation will be provided for community members. Bus will be leaving the 12 plex at 4:15 pm and then leaving the band off ice at 4:30 pm. Please do not bring buggies on to the bus.

All SFN Grads need to be there at 4:30 pm. Contact Sandra or Tara if any questions at 250-740-2300

Ceremony Agenda

Grad students enter in with Snuneymuxqun xwsquwutum

Opening works from Chief Douglas White, Jr.

Education Committee will address Grads

Dinner and Slide Show

Grad Awards

Entertainment:

Pow wow Dancing

Snuneymuxwqun xwsquwutum “I” qw’uyulush

Closing Remarks

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University Degree a Dream Come True for

Wanda

While she waits to receive her Bachelor’s Degree in Child & Youth Care at VIU Spring Convo-cation Ceremonies June 6th , Wanda Good works at SFN Admin as part of the employment and education team. She is also look-ing forward to a future made more secure.

She soaks up the joy that comes from achieving a goal that took years of work and focus. She’s so happy she can hardly believe it.

It’s not been easy to earn a degree while dealing with life’s chal-lenges like work, family and so-

briety, but she’s done it, and now looks forward to June Convocation at the Port Theatre when VIU gives her the parchment to reward her efforts.

In 2003 Wanda began the final push for the Degree. When she got sober almost 4 years ago she real-ized she could actually get there. “I could not have done it without being in recovery,” she says.

She also graduates with lifelong companions Debbie Good and Cher White and took comfort from the shared experience with them. “For the three of us to finish the same Degree together was really special,” she says.

Wanda’s inspiration is her mom, Sandra, holder of a BSW and Manager of the Nation’s Health Services. “My mother and I both finished our degrees at the same time in our lives. I look to her as role model.”

She also enjoyed the support of her community who know her strug-gles and cheer her on.

Most of all, she worked hard for Kyle, to set an example for him and help make sure he has both love and security. Asked for ad-vice on success Wanda offers this: “My first mistake early on was not asking for help. It’s important to

get help from your teachers and peers.”

Another early worry for Wanda was her own sense of worth. She always liked school but was in-timidated by the attitudes of some non-First Nations. “There was sometimes a sense that First Na-tions people didn’t belong and couldn’t do the work, and some of that affected me. I didn’t think I was smart enough.”

Not only is Wanda smart enough, she discovered she enjoys research and analysis. She rose to the chal-lenge of a VIU Methods course that involved statistics and was successful. It is a course with which many students struggle.

She also enjoyed the challenges of her practicum and realized her goals upon graduation would in-volve improving opportunities for children and adults. Her prior ex-perience as an aboriginal teaching assistant and her Degree studies helped her find the areas that inter-est her most.

There is a sense of security from finishing a professional degree. Many doors are open for her. For example agencies like Kwumut Lelum Child and Family are look-ing for workers with exactly Wanda’s degree, with a good sal-ary and benefits. “I’m more able

Congratulations from Kwumut Lelum Executive Director Bill Yoachim It wasn’t so long ago that Bill Yoachim earned his BA (VIU)and BSW (UVic). As Executive Director of Kwu-mut Lelum Child and Family Services Bill is proudly com-mitted to working with Coast Salish people and families. “I’m very proud of the commit-ment that Wanda, Debbie and Cher have put toward their education. Our elders always tell us to stay balanced in both our Cast Salish world and the western world. We are encouraged to con-tinue learning through life in both worlds. With a Professional Degree like a Bachelor’s of Social Work or Child& Youth Care, all children and families will benefit.”

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to support my son more com-fortably. This degree has pro-vided that. I’m really grateful that I have this job – this just adds options.”

It can be intimidating for mem-bers to journey up the hill to VIU for study. Wanda feels VIU has worked hard to enlist aboriginal voices in its programs and make sure there are supports in place to increase comfort lev-els.

“VIU has really made it a good place for First Nations people to attend.” The Nation’s own House of Learning is a recent support for students thinking of returning to school.

“If you need upgrading, House of Learning is there for you. It’s hard to leave the community for VIU and other places but the House of Learning is an essen-tial first step for many.”

Wanda’s example shows the value of patience and discipline. She took night courses and one or two courses at a time. “You don’t have to do it all at once. Every step counts and eventually you will get there.”

For now, as Spring Convocation awaits, Wanda is content to work hard at her job and take a

break from the studies, happy that the challenges of sobriety, self es-teem, time management, and even a serious labour strike at VIU did not stop her.

“If I have a message for members it’s to have faith in yourself. You are smart enough and with faith and a willingness to accept sup-ports when you need them, you can realize your dreams.”

Wanda offers thanks to all who helped and the many people who are sending her high regards. When a student finishes a course or graduates everyone shares the good news.

“I don’t think it’s sunk in yet,” Wanda says. “That will really come true when I have the cap and gown at the recognition cere-mony.”

Congratulations Wanda, your Na-tion is proud of you. Congratula-tions also to Deb Good and Cher White. Your success is ours.

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Eli fights for a title shot May 28th Family and friends who come out for Battlefield Fight League 8 will see Eli Wyse fight for a title shot when he faces Chris Day at the May 28th event at Frank Crane Arena.

While Eli and Chris are friends, Eli has no problem fighting him in the Cage. “He’s a buddy but if I can take his name I will,” said Eli about facing a training partner in competition.

What’s on the line for both men is a chance for the winner to fight for the vacant Amateur Battlefield Fight League Lightweight Cham-pionship.

For Eli it’s abut the glory and the chance to move forward in his chosen career path.

MMA includes as its base the tra-ditions of boxing, karate, wrestling and jujitsu. The better versed you are in these styles the better pre-pared you are.

The main event features Jesse Taylor from TUF fame versus Dennis Kang who helped build the MMA industry in Vancouver.

Several Nanaimo fighters out of John Punt’s Impact MMA are on the card as well.

Eli, Nanaimo Martial Arts Supply Martial Artist Mike Tremblay and Eli’s Trainer Ole Frederiksen

Photo by Reign Full Contact’s Jay Cullen. Jay is proud to be able tyo sponsor fighters like Eli: “When we sponsor fighters we are able to repay our gratitude for the life lessons martial arts has taught us! It is amazing to be able to support local fighters,. We have sponsored several high pro-file Pros throughout N. America, but there is nothing more rewarding than to support the fighters in our own backyard here on Vancouver Island!”

Battlefield 8 will consist of 12 MMA Fights. Tickets are on sale at www.yayatickets.com ($24.99-$99.99)

Doors open at 4:30pm, first bout 5pm Jesse Taylor (18-6-0-Team Quest) vs. Denis Kang (33-12-2 -Tristar) Pro MMA ...Graham Spencer (6-1-1-Impact MMA) vs. Bruno Capdeville (3-1-0-Revolution) Pro MMA Matt Baker (5-2-0-Revolution) vs. Ryan Ballingall (4-5-0-Impact MMA) Pro MMA Jacen Brooks (0-0-0- WCBJJ) vs. Levi Alford (0-1 SikJitsu) Pro MMA Ryan Chiappe (7-6-0-Revolution) vs. Bill Fraser (2-3-0-Commox Valley Boxing) Pro MMA Gary Mangat (0-0-0-Mamba MMA) vs. Mark Delgado (0-3-0-Champions Choice MMA) Pro MMA Micha Brakefield (2-1-0-WCBJJ) vs. Jer Kornelson (2-1-0-Impact MMA) Amateur Bout (#1 contenders bout for Amateur Middleweight title) Mike Jorgensen (6-2-1-Crusher Combat) vs. Jordan Beecroft (2-0-0-Champions Choice) Pro MMA Marcus Vinicios (4-6-1-Axe Capoeira) vs. Tim Skidmore (3-18-0-Independant) Pro MMA Chris Day (6-4-0-Team Havoc) vs. Eli Wyse (4-1-0-Impact MMA) Amateur Bout Brett Deacon (0-0-0- South Island BJJ) vs. Nik Ramsay (1-0-0-German Jujitsu Systems) Amateur Bout Joe Boldo (1-0-0-Crusher Combat) vs. Johny Wilson (0-0-0- Island Warri-ors) Amateur Bout Ray Wilkinson (1-0-0-Island Warriors) vs. TBA

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Donna Moon, Aboriginal Commu-nity Legal Worker Donna assists families to • Understand court processes • With legal information • With legal applications • Attend appointments with social

workers, lawyers and;

• Liase with social workers, law-yers, legal aid

Where: Snuneymuxw Health Cen-tre

When: Tuesday May 31st 10 am to 2 pm.

What: Assist with legal matters such as:

• Custody and access

• Child protection

• FMEP child/spousal support

• Divorce (uncontested/sole ap-plications

Call Donna 250.741.5529 or drop in Tuesday to the Health Centre.

Tom Jones is a global artist The creative energy of Tom Jones come not only from his world class singing voice but also from his tra-ditional carving.

He learned from the “guys up north” in Haida Traditional Terri-tory where part of his family comes from.

These days he’s carving steady to keep his hands from cramping up and keep his mind busy.

When he’s not carving he’s usu-ally recording or off jamming with musicians of all stripes. He can sing lead or harmonies with anyone, and often brings along three drum sticks to suit the tunes. He has a portable sound system and is available for hire.

Hi current carvings include a

Haida War Club paddle (above) made of hard pine and fully armed.

Eagles and hummingbirds, sock-eye salmon and more are for sale.

Contact news@snuneymuxw for

more information and access to

his music and art work.

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Spring Lacrosse You can’t miss the Snuney-muxw presence on the lacrosse courts or their fan base in the stands. For some players this is their first season playing the game and for others, like Paddy Brown it’s a chance to compete hard and lead by ex-ample.

Left: Andy and Mandy

Right: Bart Jones is injured but looking for-ward to his next game.

Timbermen

Gord and Veronica

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Orca Canuck by Joel Good

A Coast Salish original, concept and carving by Snuneymuxw artist Joel Good. Each custom Canucks carving is hand made. Demand is high, so please contact Joel at : joelgoodsart on Facebook to place your order. Just in time for the Conference Finals versus San Jose.

Advertise your Snuneymuxw Art:

Snuneymuxw Art is in demand: there is growing interest in Coast Salish Art as the tourism industry grows.

Advertise your work here: if you are an artisan, writer, photography, artist, please contact news@snuneymuxw.ca by email or phone 250.713.9987 to get your work featured on line.

We can help with photos and captions.

Annual General Assembly Tsow-tun Le Lum Society Gymnasium

699 Capillano Road

Lantzville, BC

V0R 2H0

(250)390.3123

Saturday June 25th, 2011

12:00 Noon

Lunch Provided

All Welcome

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Mother’s Day Soccer in Cowichan Traditional Territory

The give and go of the U-12s above is a joy to watch on the pitch. From set plays to thrilling shot placement the team roared to another first place finish to the delight of fans. They’ve been coached by Mike and Bill for a few seasons and thrive on the soccer field. They run like the wind and pass like the champi-ons they are. Best of all, they’ve learned the value of team sport and the good things it brings to all.

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Top: Under 10s

Below: Under 7s

Community Letters

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Left: Trey launches to block during shootout.

SFN All Stars — All Girls!

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Special Invitation

Time: 11:30—2:00 pm

Date: June 9th, 2011

Location: Community Kitchen

You are invited to a

Special Luncheon. This is a

celebration for all parents

( Moms & Dads) to come

and celebrate a day in

honor of all parents. There

will be door prizes, games

and Drumming & Dancing

performance.

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Mrs. Sokoloski’s Star Student is;

Mrs. Sokoloski’s star student this week is Bruce Stewart. Bruce is 8 years old and a grade 2 student. Bruce is a very tal-ented artist. He puts so much care and effort into everything he draws. He can often be seen drawing Native Design Ani-mals. Bruce is a very caring student. He makes sure that eve-ryone around him is happy. He loves gym and going to the park with our class. He loves Hulquminum and the singing and drumming that we do in our class.

Thank you Bruce for always working so hard!

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Play Group Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 1130 to 230

Place Health Centre

Play Group continues to meet every Wednesday for anyone with children under the age of 6 years old.

-Singing

-Crafts

-Elder Visit

-Hot lunch-parents cook

- lots of fun

transportation provided

(call before 10:00 for a ride)

Building Beautiful Babies

Program (BBB)

Date: Every Monday

Time: 12.00 to 2:30

Place : Health Kitchen

Pregnancy Pre-natal with

children up to 1 years old May 9

Craft with Marg Thomas

May 15

Women’s Health

May 23 No BBB (Victoria Day)May 30

High blood pressure

Attention Residential School Survivors:

If you received the CEP (Common Experience Pay-ment), you may be eligible for additional CASH compensa-tion. To see if you qualify, call NOW! Toll Free: 1.877.988.1145. Mention Poster #222 when you call.

Greetings from the Pastors.

Whether you realize it or not, eve-rything you are experiencing in your life today is a direct result of the seeds you've sown in your past. Today, you are planting seeds for the harvest in your future. Just as the farmer expects a crop from the seeds he sows, we can expect a harvest from the seeds we've sown, good or bad.

That's why we have to be deliber-ate about the seeds we are sowing. We have to wake up every day and set our minds on God's Word and choose to speak His truth over our lives.

We have to constantly evaluate our actions to make sure we are depos-iting good seeds so we can reap a good harvest in the future.

Why don't you take some time right now to ask the Holy Spirit to search your heart and mind?.See if there are any negative seeds that

you've sown in the past that need

to be uprooted. Be deliberate about planting the Word of God in the soil of your heart. Sow good seeds into your future so you can reap the harvest of blessing God has designed for you.!

Your Prayer for today:

Almighty God,thank you for the system of sowing and reap-ing.Thank You for giving me

good seed to sow! I ask that You search my heart and mind and show me where to sow

my seed so I can reap the abun-dant harvest You have for me. In Jesus Name..AMEN.

Blessings

Pastor Jone & Mere

NNVC

Squpels Mustimuxw Qwulutum—Salmon Casserole

Serves 4

1 cup uncooked macaroni 1 cup broccoli, cut into small pieces 1 cup mushrooms, or celery or carrots sliced ¼ onion, diced 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can salmon, drained 1 cup milk 1 cup grated cheese (optional) 1 can cream of mushroom soup—reduced sodium if possible 1 tsp dry mustard 1 tsp dill

salt and pepper to taste onion to taste

How to Make: 1. Cook the macaroni in a pot of boiling water until just soft. Drain off water.

2. In a large skillet heat 1 Tbs. oil. Add onion, garlic, broccoli and mushrooms, cook until soft. 3. Into a large casserole dish add macaroni, vegetables, salmon, milk, cheese, soup and season-

ing. Mix together well.

4. Bake at 350F for 25-30 minutes.

5. During the last 5 minutes of baking you may sprinkle the top with 2 Tbs. of dry bread crumbs mixed with 1 Tbs. melted margarine.

Note:

• Leave out the dry mustard if you do not have it or add 2 tsp wet mustard.

• Use tuna instead of salmon.

• Use 1 cup frozen vegetables in place of fresh.

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Did anyone ever tell you that the main problem in relationships is, the lack of communica-tion. Have you found yourself saying “ He doesn’t understand me” “Why doesn’t she just listen to me?” These and many other issues arise out of non-communication between peo-ple. Emotional demands rather than emotional support, can get you into hot water. Learn-ing key positive points will be helpful in our first workshop in communication skills that will help in relationship building. We can’t be all things to all people. We look forward to being you at the workshop.

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Kw’umut Lelum

Phone: 250 591-0933 E-mail: jwhite@kwumut.org

544 Center Street Nanaimo BC V9R 4Z3

KW'UMUT LELUM CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES

H I G H L I G H T S

• Learn how to view relationships from a different point of view.

• There are many types of relationships peer, parental, grandparent, sister, brother, father , mother, co-worker, sport buddies.

Register with

Wanda @ 250

740-2300

Lunch

Provided

Chief & Council Chambers

D A T E : F R I D A Y

M A Y 2 7 , 2 0 1 1

T I M E : 9 : 0 0 — 1 2 : 3 0

C O N T A CT P E R S O N : N A N C Y S E W A R D @ 7 4 0 -2 3 0 0 O R J O Y C E W H I T E 5 9 1 - 0 9 3 3 .

R E S P E C T I N G C H I L D R E N ' S R I G H T T O L I V E W I T H D I G N I T Y !

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Hip Hop Sunday The kids are all right Big thanks to MDK and Shadow, two young rappers reaching young minds with hip hop and a message about leadership, honesty, and addictions-free lifestyles.

Based out of Vancouver and now Winnipeg, MDK and Shadow turned their own young lives around through the power of music and a desire to help others make changes in their lifestyle.

“ We need leaders—and that’s you guys!” MDK told the group of youth and kids gathered in C&C Chambers Sunday night .

We hope you can tell from these photos what a great time it was as our kids got down, jumped around, raised their hands and busted some moves.

Thanks to the parents and staff who let the kids enjoy themselves long into Sun-day evening. We were all delighted to see everyone having such a good time.

Thanks to Wands, Nancy and Tara for putting in the hours and solving the chal-lenges that led to the very good night.

Special thanks to Emmy M who lent her technical smarts to a faulty sound system and got it going.

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