Yearly Archives: 2022

This Time 52 Years Ago – November 1970

2022-11-23T22:32:06+00:00

A WHITE PLOY SAYS CHIEF Integration Plans Hit    Federal government plans to integrate Indians within the white school system is really an attempt at assimilation, Tsartlip Chief Philip Paul said here Saturday.    Speaking to a South Vancouver Island Tribal Federation conference, Paul said the reason federal Indian schools had failed was that they had white curriculums.    What is needed is programs to make Indian people feel they are worthwhile, to enable them to make their own contributions to society, and to let them determine how much they wish to remain Indian.    Paul predicted Indians would get control of their education, [...]

This Time 52 Years Ago – November 19702022-11-23T22:32:06+00:00

SJELCASEN – The Moon of putting your paddle away in the bush (Nov.-Dec.)

2022-11-28T19:21:03+00:00

This time of year, around what is now called November and December , is traditionally known as SJELCASEN- The Moon of putting your paddle away in the bush. This moon is the season of strong winds. The weather is unpredictable, making it unsafe to travel. It is time to put the big sea canoes and paddles away. It is time to honour the paddle for carrying one safely all season long. Snow is possible at this time of year. The long house activities start. WEATHER Strong and sudden winds are now common on the open sea and it [...]

SJELCASEN – The Moon of putting your paddle away in the bush (Nov.-Dec.)2022-11-28T19:21:03+00:00

The W̱LC invites you to attend an upcoming Urban Forests and Biodiversity workshop

2022-11-22T22:19:17+00:00

The W̱LC invites you to attend an upcoming Urban Forests and Biodiversity workshop. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 29th, 2022 from 9 am to 1 pm in the Tsawout First Nation Auditorium. Those interested in attending are asked to please register by filling out the form below: Click here to register! RECENT POSTS Leave Us Your Feedback Here

The W̱LC invites you to attend an upcoming Urban Forests and Biodiversity workshop2022-11-22T22:19:17+00:00

The W̱LC invites you to attend the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation Hunters Meeting

2022-11-17T19:37:20+00:00

The W̱LC invites you to attend the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation Hunters Meeting on Tuesday, November 29th. The meeting is being held at the Saanich Fairgrounds Poplar room (upper level) and will run from 5 pm - 8 pm. Dinner will be served. RECENT POSTS Leave Us Your Feedback Here

The W̱LC invites you to attend the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation Hunters Meeting2022-11-17T19:37:20+00:00

CRD is Hiring a First Nations Relations Advisor

2022-11-16T20:56:24+00:00

CRD is Hiring a First Nations Relations Advisor The First Nations Relations Advisor supports and advises CRD staff in respectful and reciprocal intergovernmental relations with First Nations, including communication, relationship building, collaboration and referrals. Reporting to the Manager of First Nations Relations, the Advisor builds and maintains working relationships with First Nations and with CRD staff and collaborates with all parties to identify and implement operational approaches to integrating First Nations’ interests and the CRD’s Statement of Reconciliation into CRD works. Click here to apply. View the full job posting RECENT POSTS Leave Us Your Feedback [...]

CRD is Hiring a First Nations Relations Advisor2022-11-16T20:56:24+00:00

Indigenous Perspectives Society (IPS) is Seeking a Caregiver Support

2022-11-10T22:38:44+00:00

Indigenous Perspectives Society (IPS) is Seeking a .5 FTE Caregiver Support (Previously Called Foster Parent Support) Are you eager to work in a positive and welcoming environment where the results of your efforts translate into healthy, happy Indigenous families and communities? IPS is a not for profit organization dedicated to strengthening the lives and voices of Indigenous people, and they are looking for a Caregiver Support (previously called Foster Parent Support) person to join their compassionate, respectful, and caring staff team. If you’re an expert communicator, phenomenal relationship-builder and empathetic problem-solver with a passion for working in partnership with Indigenous [...]

Indigenous Perspectives Society (IPS) is Seeking a Caregiver Support2022-11-10T22:38:44+00:00

Remembering W̱SÁNEĆ War Vets

2022-11-08T17:36:35+00:00

A few of the community members that served in World War Two are remembered by their families. Mary Bartleman: Mary Bartleman was a private who served in the Canadian Women’s Army Corp from 1939-1945. Stationed in Victoria, BC, Mary did not have to kill anyone. She received the Canadian Volunteer Service Meda for her 5 years of service. Her niece Pat, holds her Canadian Army Discharge Certificate which shows her war service badge number #293612 and her discharge date in August 1945. Mary Bartleman had enrolled at 18 years old. “She was a beautiful young lady who lived [...]

Remembering W̱SÁNEĆ War Vets2022-11-08T17:36:35+00:00

Meet Dan Baker

2022-11-04T23:34:54+00:00

Meet Dan Baker, the QENTOL, YEN / W̱SÁNEĆ Marine Guardians' new SRKW data analyst Learn more about Dan and the work he'll be doing with the Marine Guardians to help save the KELL̵OLEMEĆEN. Click play to view the short video, or read the transcript below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2aA8UuvwFM Interviewer: Can you tell us a bit about who you are and where you’re from? My name's Dan Baker. I'm working as the SRKW data analyst, and I just started looking at the killer whale interactions with vessel traffic in the Salish sea. I was born in Comox, British Columbia, and I've been living [...]

Meet Dan Baker2022-11-04T23:34:54+00:00

Photos taken of KELȽOLEMEĆEN (Killer Whales) in the Salish Sea

2022-12-14T22:16:44+00:00

The past week, the QENTOL, YEN / W̱SÁNEĆ Marine Guardians team has been monitoring the Salish Sea for the KELȽOLEMEĆEN (Killer Whales). They spotted a pod of Transient/Bigg’s Killer Whales, possibly teaching their young to hunt. Other sightings included pods of Dall’s Porpoises, seals, sea lions, and an abundance of Salmon. RECENT POSTS How are we doing? Leave Us Your Feedback Here

Photos taken of KELȽOLEMEĆEN (Killer Whales) in the Salish Sea2022-12-14T22:16:44+00:00

W̱LC Helps to Establish New Pollinator Garden at Victoria International Airport (YYJ)

2022-10-26T17:34:03+00:00

W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council Helps to Establish New Pollinator Garden at Victoria International Airport (YYJ) W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council is pleased to announce the Victoria Airport Authority (VAA), in partnership with Pollinator Partnership Canada has built a native species plant pollinator garden at YYJ. The garden is located along Willingdon Road next to the roadside digital billboard, in W̱SÁNEĆ territory.  The area was originally a thriving Garry oak meadow that supported a rich and diverse ecosystem, featuring grasslands, woodlands, and abundant camas wildflower fields in the spring.  This land holds high significance to the W̱SÁNEĆ People’s culture and history.  The new [...]

W̱LC Helps to Establish New Pollinator Garden at Victoria International Airport (YYJ)2022-10-26T17:34:03+00:00
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