Monthly Archives: March 2024

District of Central Saanich is Hiring a Fleet Mechanic

2024-03-28T21:29:50+00:00

District of Central Saanich is Hiring a Fleet Mechanic CLICK TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Fleet Supervisor, this position performs a variety of mechanical work related to the maintenance, servicing and repairs of a wide variety of municipal vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate will possess the completion of grade 12 or equivalent, a BC Trade Qualification or Red Seal Ticket as a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Commercial Transport Mechanic, or Automotive Mechanic. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have two (2) years of vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of training [...]

District of Central Saanich is Hiring a Fleet Mechanic2024-03-28T21:29:50+00:00

WLC Hosts Another Successful Open House

2024-03-29T00:36:08+00:00

On February 8th from 12 PM to 6 PM, the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council (WLC) opened the doors of its offices for its second annual Open House. The Open House provided community members with an opportunity to meet the WLC team in person and to learn more about how the WLC is working to advance the interests and rights of W̱SÁNEĆ with the entities that operate in W̱SÁNEĆ territory. WLC staff members provided attendees with in-depth presentations regarding their work on behalf of the W̱SÁNEĆ. Each WLC team member shared vibrant, detailed poster boards covered in photos and engaged [...]

WLC Hosts Another Successful Open House2024-03-29T00:36:08+00:00

Women’s Conference: Workshop Facilitators Expression of Interest

2024-03-22T23:29:18+00:00

Women's Conference: Workshop Facilitators Expression of Interest The W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council is hosting a Women's Conference on April 13th and 14th, 2024 at the W̱SÁNEĆ Cultural Building. We are seeking facilitators for the W̱SÁNEĆ Women’s Conference! If you, or someone you know, is a Coast Salish workshop facilitator, please take a moment to apply to guide a workshop on April 13th or 14th. Cedar weavers, knitters, women’s teachers, and self-care teachers are all welcome. This conference is a space for women, non-binary, trans and 2 Spirit to explore traditional healing practices in a safe space. 🙋🏽‍♀️ WHO: Coast Salish [...]

Women’s Conference: Workshop Facilitators Expression of Interest2024-03-22T23:29:18+00:00

Women’s Conference: Childminders Needed (paid)

2024-03-22T23:25:18+00:00

Women's Conference: Childminders Expression of Interest The W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council is hosting a Women's Conference on April 13th and 14th, 2024 at the W̱SÁNEĆ Cultural Building. We are seeking childminders for the W̱SÁNEĆ Women’s Conference! If you, or someone you know, is a Coast Salish childminder, please take a moment to apply to help out on April 13th or 14th. Must be 16+, preference will be given to W̱SÁNEĆ members and those with training. This is a paid position. This conference is a space for women, non-binary, trans and 2 Spirit to explore traditional healing practices in a safe [...]

Women’s Conference: Childminders Needed (paid)2024-03-22T23:25:18+00:00

This Time 15 Years Ago – March 2009

2024-03-04T21:49:06+00:00

Chief threatens suit over road Tseycum leader wants money and land for paved-over gravesites on scenic route in North Saanich. It's all about respect, he says. JUDITH LAVOIE Times Colonist The Tseycum First Nation is asking for money and land in exchange for allowing West Saanich Road traffic to continue running unimpeded through the North Saanich reserve.    West Saanich Road was built over Tseycum gravesites and the band hasn't been properly compensated, said Tseycum Chief Vern Jacks.    The band is talking about suing the provincial government, or even digging up the road to rebury ancestors, he said.    Jacks has a [...]

This Time 15 Years Ago – March 20092024-03-04T21:49:06+00:00

Interested in becoming a bow hunting instructor?

2024-03-20T21:40:45+00:00

Interested in becoming a bow hunting instructor? Sign up for the waitlist now! We are starting Bow Hunting Courses again this April. ​ Interested in becoming a Bow Hunting Instructor? Please fill out the survey form below to sign up for the waitlist: Click here to register for the waitlist! RECENT POSTS Leave Us Your Feedback Here

Interested in becoming a bow hunting instructor?2024-03-20T21:40:45+00:00

Cowichan Tribes is Hiring a Knowledge Weaver – Sea Gardens Restoration Coordinator

2024-03-14T16:48:54+00:00

Cowichan Tribes is Hiring a Knowledge Weaver – Sea Gardens Restoration Coordinator CLICK TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Knowledge Weaver – Sea Gardens Restoration Coordinator Reports to: The Parks Canada Operations Engagement Advisor Salary: Depending on experience, the position starts at $33.42 - $35.45 per hour ($$60,815.66 - $ $64,512.30 annually). Job type: A Full-Time Term position ending on or about March 31, 2025. Job location: Primarily in the office with a moderate amount of local and regional travel, including marine travel throughout the Southern Gulf Islands. Closing Date: Friday, March 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM HOW TO [...]

Cowichan Tribes is Hiring a Knowledge Weaver – Sea Gardens Restoration Coordinator2024-03-14T16:48:54+00:00

The Pauquachin Marine Department is Hiring an Ecological Restoration Technician

2024-03-14T16:48:16+00:00

The Pauquachin Marine Department is Hiring an Ecological Restoration Technician CLICK TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Ecological Restoration Technician Reports to: Marine Manager Salary: $68,000 - $72,000 Job type: Permanent full-time Job location: 9010 West Saanich Road, North Saanich BC. Process: Email cover letter and resume to Lori Fitzgerald, CPHR at lori@pauquachin.com Closing Date: 4:00PM March 27, 2024 Preference may be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry and/or having knowledge of the Hul’q’umi’num’ culture and traditions. Click below to learn more about this position. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION RECENT POSTS Leave Us Your Feedback Here [...]

The Pauquachin Marine Department is Hiring an Ecological Restoration Technician2024-03-14T16:48:16+00:00

WEXES – MOON OF THE FROG

2024-03-09T00:43:48+00:00

This time of year is traditionally known as WEXES-Moon of the Frog. The frog on the face of the moon represents DOLUANW – the Keeper of the Sacred Season. It is time to gather food & medicine. The W̱SÁNEĆ People place cedar boughs at the shore so herring will lay roe on them. CONNECTIONS AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION  The W̱SÁNEĆ People designated this month to sacredness and purification. For the W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples, this moon, in particular, is significant because the frog acts as a witness and a messenger. The frog announced the Sacred Season of Plenty. Because the frog [...]

WEXES – MOON OF THE FROG2024-03-09T00:43:48+00:00
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