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April 2016, ISSUE 60
SPLATSIN COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
Easter Coloring contest 2016
Some of the winners
10 smaller prizes courtesy of
Dennis Trucking LLC
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Announcements ...................................................................................................................................... 3
BAND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT WORKER, (CHARLENE WILLIAM) SCHEDULE ........................................ 3
Dates to Remember ............................................................................................................................ 4
Indian Registry Administrator Hours of Operation.............................................................................. 5
Alternate days..................................................................................................................................... 5
Indian Registry Administrator Hours of Operation Cont’d .................................................................. 6
Summer Child Care Survey – Splatsin Tsm7aksaltn (Splatsin Teaching Centre) Society ...................... 7
Health & Wellness fund for 2015-2016 ............................................................................................... 8
Free Legal Advocacy Program ............................................................................................................. 9
Communication survey .......................................................................................................................... 10 SPLATSIN STET’XAM .............................................................................................................................. 11 Elders Meeting Report ........................................................................................................................... 12 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ................................................................................................................ 13
Social Worker .................................................................................................................................... 14
Maintenance Worker ........................................................................................................................ 15
Education .............................................................................................................................................. 16 Early Registration .............................................................................................................................. 16
Registration Form ............................................................................................................................. 17
Health ................................................................................................................................................... 18 The Red Road to Wellbriety Meetings .............................................................................................. 18
Foot Care Clinic ................................................................................................................................. 18
Splatsin prenatal Program ................................................................................................................ 18
Social Housing ....................................................................................................................................... 19 BE BEAR AWARE ............................................................................................................................... 19
!!SPRING CLEANING!! ........................................................................................................................ 19
The Housing Policy States ................................................................................................................. 19
Mother’s day May 8, 2016 ..................................................................................................................... 20 Secwepemc Prayer ................................................................................................................................ 21 How to access Medical Patient Transportation ...................................................................................... 22
FOR ON RESERVE PERSONS WITH VALID STATUS ONLY .................................................................... 22
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
BAND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT WORKER, (CHARLENE WILLIAM) SCHEDULE
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
9:00 AM
INTAKE/CLIENT
APPOINTMENTS
11:30 AM
9:00 AM
INTAKE/CLIENT
APPOINTMENTS
11:30 AM
9:00 AM
INTAKE/CLIENT
APPOINTMENTS
11:30
9:00 AM
INTAKE/CLIENT
APPOINTMENTS
AND OFFICE
WORK ALL DAY
4:00 PM
9:00 AM
INTAKE/CLIENT
APPOINTMENTS
11:30
OFFICE WORK
OFFICE WORK
OFFICE WORK
OFFICE WORK
My weekly schedule, unless there’s an emergency, I will be sticking to this
schedule.
The week before cheque day, I will not be seeing clients as I’ll be preparing the
next month’s cheque run.
Thanks for your co-operation.
Charlene William
Band Social Development Worker
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DATES TO REMEMBER All meetings are scheduled but due to unforeseen circumstances they may be changed
Month Information
Sessions Community Assembly
Newsletter Deadline
Income Assistance
Cheque Issue
January 27 19
February 10 24 15 1
March 9 30 22 1
April 13 27 19 1
May 11 25 24 April 29
June 8 29 20 1
July 13 27 19 June 30
August No
Session No Meeting 24 1
September 14 28 20 1
October 12 26 18 Sep 30
November 9 30 22 1
December No
Session No Meeting 13 1
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INDIAN REGISTRY ADMINISTRATOR HOURS OF OPERATION
As of April 1, 2013 the office of the Indian Registry Administrator will be open
Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The office closes for lunch from
12:00 PM and reopens at 1:00 PM. The last client will be seen at 3:00 PM
In order to renew your status card you will need valid picture identification as well
as a secondary piece of identification. This policy came into effect October 1,
2009.
As of April 1, 2011 the fee to renew your status card is $10.00 if you are a Splatsin
Band member, if you are not a Splatsin band member the fee is $45.00
ALTERNATE DAYS
EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2016 THE INDIAN REGISTRY ADMINISTRATOR
WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE FOLLOWING DATE TO ISSUE STATUS CARDS AND
RECORD LIFE EVENTS:
Third Wednesday in the MORNING Last Thursday in the AFTERNOON Last Friday ALL DAY **Away May 4 & May 5, resume regular hours May 11
***All dates are scheduled but due to unforeseen circumstances they may be changed
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INDIAN REGISTRY ADMINISTRATOR HOURS OF OPERATION CONT’D
The Indian Registry Administrator will be in office on the following days
For the Month of May:
Wednesday May 11
Thursday May 12
Wednesday May 18 AM
Thursday May 19
Wednesday May 25
Thursday May 26 PM
Friday May 27
For the Month of June:
Wednesday June 1
Thursday June 2
Wednesday June 8
Thursday June 9
Wednesday June 15 AM
Thursday June 16
Wednesday June 22
Thursday June 23
Friday June 24
Wednesday June 29
Thursday June 30 PM
The following is a list of
Accepted Identification to
obtain a Status Card:
Primary I.D.
Valid Canadian Passport
Secondary I.D.:
*Certificate of Birth
*Certificate of Marriage or
Divorce
*Provincial Health Card
*Provincial Identification
Card
*Driver’s License
*Employee I.D with
digitized photo
*Student I.D. with
digitized photo
*Firearms License
*Current Status card
(Status card cannot be
expired more than 6
months)
Expired I.D., S.I.N. cards, photocopied I.D. or
certified I.D. WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
I.D. must be intact and readable
Your previously issued Status card (even if
expired) must be returned to the issuing officer
upon receipt of your replacement/renewal
Status card
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SUMMER CHILD CARE SURVEY – SPLATSIN TSM7AKSALTN (SPLATSIN TEACHING CENTRE)
SOCIETY
Please share this information in the band newsletter, website, communication with parents/foster parents. We are doing a survey to see if there is a need for summer care this year (July/August 2016). The survey only takes a few moments to fill out. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NQKQ67H Thanks in advance Deanna Cook Executive Director Splatsin Tsm7aksaltn (Splatsin Teaching Centre) Society 2730 Canyon Rd Enderby, BC V0E 1V3 Phone: (250) 838-6404 e.1 Fax: (250) 838-6429 [email protected]
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HEALTH & WELLNESS FUND FOR 2015-2016
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FREE LEGAL ADVOCACY PROGRAM
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COMMUNICATION SURVEY
Hello Everyone,
Thank you to all 106 of you
who took the time to
participate in the
Communications Survey!
And congratulations to our
$20 Tim Horton's gift
certificate winners:
Niki Nicholas
Jeri Piliati
Diane Antoine
Romeo Willard
Victoir Barbara Stillman
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SPLATSIN STET’XAM
Splatsin Stet’xam
ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
DATE: MAY 5, 2016
TIME: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
PLACE: SPLATSIN HEALTH CENTRE
AGENDA SUMMARY:
NOMINATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSTIONS:
PRESIDENT
VICE
PRESIDENT
TREASURER
SECRETARY
DRIVER
COMMUNICATI
ON OFFICER
FUNDRAISER
PLANNER
PROPOSAL
WRITER
LIST OF CURRENT OFFICERS:
TITLE: PRESIDENT, ETHEL THOMAS
TITLE: VICE PRESIDENT, SHIRLEY BIRD
THERE WILL BE SNACKS AND LUNCH PROVIDED
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ELDERS MEETING REPORT
(submitted by Julianna Alexander)
ESKETEMC SECWWEPEMC TERRITORY MARCH 31 / 2016
1. PRAYER: JULIANNA FROM ESKET
DRUM&SONG BY: FRED JOHNSON AND CHILDREN –UNITY SONG
ATTENDENCE: PAPER PASSED OUT TO SIGN
MEETING STARTED AT 10 AM—2PM
< WELCOME TO ESK’ETEMCUL`UCW—CHIEF CHARLENE BELLEAU
<GIFTS FROM ESKEET’EETEMC TO OUR GUESTS
2. ESK’ ETEMC TRADITIONAL MEDICINE PROJECT—ELDERS FRED
JOHNSON AND MARILY BELLEAU& ADAIRELEANDER
< TEK’LE’KSTEN (STICK SONG) AND DANCE (WEAR TRADITIONAL DRESS)
GROUP
3.BONNIE LEONARD: BUDGET FOR SNTC REPORT
BREAK FOR LUNCH
MEETING RE-STARTED AT 1PM
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ASSERTED SECWEPEMC RIGHTS ON THE LAND: 1.
< FRED &ARTHUR DICK TO PLAN TROUT FISHING NOW.
CALL SNTC FOR DATES & TIMES
2. HUCKLE BERRIES AND SOUPALLIE
< ADAMS LAKE CALL: 1-250-679-7726
3. HUNTING CAMP—WESTSIDE OF FRASER RIVER
<FRANCIS JOHNSON JR 1-250-440-5819 / 1-250-
440-5870
4. HOT SPRINGS CERMONY: SEPT. 17-18
< CALL SNTC FOR DATES & TIME
5. ESKET IS HAVING A SACRED FIRE ON JUNE 21,/2016
< EVERY ONE WELCOME
6. THERES A AA-ROUND-UP JULY 15/2016
7. JUNE 11712 SUGAR CANE-MULTY GATHERING.
8. THE NEXT ELDERS COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE
SPONSORED BY: NESKAINLITH BAND AT 10 AM – 2 PM.
LUNCH WILL BE SERVED.
MEETING ENDED AT 2 P.M
CHAIR PERSON: JULIANNA ALEXANDER
(submitted by Julianna Alexander)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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SOCIAL WORKER
Position Purpose
Anticipated Start Date: May 30, 2016 Closing Date: April 29, 2016
The purpose of this position is to support Splatsin families and children
while providing a broad range of social services, such as: ensuring the
safety and providing guardianship services to Splatsin children,
developing individual and customized child and youth plans, conducting
investigations and providing emergency services, integrating
Secwepemc/Splatsin culture and values in day-to-day practice and
maintaining caseload and all necessary paperwork.
Position requirements:
Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work, Child & Youth Care, related degree, or equivalent. At least 2 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of First Nation issues, including communities, family structure, customs and traditions
Previous experience working within a First Nations community or organization is considered an asset
Valid driver’ license
Clear driver’s abstract
Criminal record check
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills
Excellent listening skills
Strong ability to build relationships and rapport
High ethical standards
Able to work with minimum supervision
Discretion & respect for confidentiality
If you are interested, please submit an updated resume and cover letter
to:
Human Resources Splatsin P.O. Box 460 Enderby B.C. V0E 1V0
Email: [email protected] Or fax application to 250-838-2131 Attention: Human Resources DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: April 29, 2016
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MAINTENANCE WORKER
Position Purpose
The purpose of this position is to ensure band housing is safe,
secure, in good repair and well maintained.
Position requirements:
Grade 12
At least 2 years education in a trade (equivalent experience is an asset)
Previous experience working within a First Nations community or organization is considered an asset.
Knowledge of the Splatsin Community is valued
Strong hands on skills, particularly in carpentry, plumbing and building maintenance
Effective oral and written communication skills
Able to build rapport with residents and colleagues
Good ability to problem solve
Able to use a computer
A reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance for work related purposes
Preference to those who have their own hand and power tools
If you are interested, please submit an updated resume and cover
letter to:
Human Resources Splatsin P.O. Box 460 Enderby B.C. V0E 1V0
Email: [email protected] Or fax application to 250-838-2131 Attention: Human Resources DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: May 2, 2016
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EDUCATION
EARLY REGISTRATION
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REGISTRATION FORM
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Health
THE RED ROAD TO WELLBRIETY MEETINGS
Every Wednesday night from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm At the Health Centre meeting room
For more information Contact Stewart Johnston at 250 838 9538 Ext. 306
FOOT CARE CLINIC
The Second Thursday of the month
Open to all diabetics and elders in the community. Call Splatsin Health to book appointments with Adeline Simpson. Splatsin Health Centre 250-838-9538
SPLATSIN PRENATAL PROGRAM
Are you Pregnant? Or know someone who is Pregnant? Come & Register for the prenatal Program!
Prenatal nutrition
Prenatal Classed Available
Topics Include
Growth & Development
Nutrition
Labor and Delivery
Breastfeeding
Infant Care
(Lessons can be taught individually or in group sessions
depending on need) Infant car seats available
Breastfeeding Support, Breast Pump Loans, Prenatal
Support, Information, Books, Resources and More! Contact Melanie
Marchand at the health center (250) 838-9538
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SOCIAL HOUSING
BE BEAR AWARE
Spring is here and so are the bears. In order to minimize garbage
foraging make sure you have your garbage taken on time to your
curb on garbage day, lids secured, and seal your food waste as
best as possible. Notify Housing ASAP if there is a bear sighted in
your area.
!!SPRING CLEANING!!
All Splatsin Status Band Members are able to take
garbage and debris to the Armstrong Dump (3449
Powerhouse Rd RR 8, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B8)
on dump without charge. This includes all
household garbage, cardboard, glass recycling, metal and appliances.
THE HOUSING POLICY STATES:
Routine maintenance including “day to day up-keep on the house such as cleaning, and keeping the house tidy, washing the windows, maintaining the area surrounding the house so it is in a clean and sanitary condition and free of weeds and debris. No abandoned vehicle or vehicles not in working condition or any miscellaneous vehicle parts are to be left in the yard.”
Housing will be working towards ensuring that yards are free of debris and maintained in order to build community pride and continue to improve Housing here at Splatsin! Proper communication with housing is necessary. If you have any questions or concerns don’t hesitate to contact me directly at
Gabriele Visser, Housing Supervisor at (250) 838-6496, ext 224 or
ONLY TOGETHER CAN WE IMPROVE THE STANDARD OF LIVING HERE AT SPLATSIN!
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MOTHER’S DAY MAY 8, 2016
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SECWEPEMC PRAYER
Tqaltkukwpi7 Kukstamc kuc te skectac te tmicws kuc
We thank you creator for giving us this earth
Yucwminta xwexwayt re stam ne7elya ne tmicw
Take care of everything on this earth.
Yucwminta re qlmuc.re mesmescan.re spipyuya, re
sawllkwa, all re stillness kuc
Take care of the people, the animals, the birds, and
our food.
Knucwata kuc es yegwegwt.s kuc
Help us to be strong
Kukwstac kuc Tklaqtkukwpi7 te skectac kuc te
xwexweyt te stam
We thank you Creator for giving us everything that we need
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HOW TO ACCESS MEDICAL PATIENT TRANSPORTATION
FOR ON RESERVE PERSONS WITH VALID STATUS ONLY
Judy Thomas (Medical Patient Transportation
Coordinator)
PO Box 460 Enderby BC V0E 1V0
5771 Old Vernon Road Tel: 250-838-9538
Fax: 250-838-9548 www.splatsin.ca
Here are the steps to take:
Local Transportation (Salmon Arm, Armstrong, Vernon, Kelowna)
1. Minimum Three (3) days’ notice to book local Medical
Transportation requests.
2. Call Judy Thomas (MPT Coordinator) at Splatsin Health
Services 250-838-9538 to check availability with your
appointment time and date.
3. Physician or Receptionist will need to sign or stamp the
bottom of the confirmation form. (It is your
responsibility to fully complete the form before
returning it to the Medical Driver or Medical
Transportation Coordinator).
Long Distance Transportation
1. Minimum 10 days’ notice to book travel arrangements.
2. Confirmation from your physician/specialist is required.
3. Call Judy Thomas (MPT Coordinator) with the time and date
of your appointment
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4. The Medical Transportation Coordinator will make
arrangements based on the urgency of your situation. If the
doctor/Specialist has requested an escort, I will need to
receive prior approval from First Nations Health Authority.
Purchase Orders for Local Transportation only
(Salmon Arm, Armstrong, Vernon, Winfield, Kelowna, Kamloops and
surrounding)
1. Pick up a confirmation of attendance form from Splatsin
Health
2. Contact Judy Thomas if you are requesting a Purchase
Order to get to your medical appointment Purchase
Orders can take up to 24 hours to process.
3. Get your physician/specialist or receptionist to
sign/stamp the form and return to Judy Thomas for
reimbursement.
