Yearly Archives: 2024

This Time 53 Years Ago – August 1971

2024-08-09T21:53:57+00:00

Times Colonist: Aug 6, 1971    A walkathon sponsored by the Tsartlip Indians council in Brentwood on Aug. 21 will give Indians and their “white brothers” a chance to demonstrate active concern for improvement of reserve conditions.    Dave Bartleman, new chief of the Tsartlip band, announced walkathon plans at a council meeting Thursday.  He said the money collected will probably be spent on a community headquarters, the building of which will provide employment and a place to display Indian handicraft.    Young people from other reserves have already shown support for the 20-mile walk which will start from Tsartlip campsite and wind [...]

This Time 53 Years Ago – August 19712024-08-09T21:53:57+00:00

Job Posting: Local Government Program Manager – W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council

2024-08-12T18:38:45+00:00

Job Posting: Local Government Program Manager Job Posting: Local Government Program Manager Job Overview Reporting to the WLC Board of Directors and contributing First Nations, the Program Manager will coordinate and support the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council (WLC) to develop and implement agreements with local governments. The Program Manager will work closely with the WLC Technical Committees and will be directly supported by WLC policy and referrals staff to review, analyze, and recommend changes to local government documents to better reflect W̱SÁNEĆ values. The WLC is an organization that aids the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation, specifically the Tsartlip and Tseycum First Nations, [...]

Job Posting: Local Government Program Manager – W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council2024-08-12T18:38:45+00:00

Podcast Episode 3: Reef Net Fishing with Eric Pelkey

2024-08-09T20:30:07+00:00

New Episode Alert! Listen now at the link below! Join us for an insightful conversation with Eric, exploring the history of reef net fishing within the W̱SÁNEĆ community on the W̱SÁNEĆ SQTO Podcast. Reef nets are a system given to us by XÁLS to fish in a way where we only take what we need. They also represent familial ties and connections to many family reef net sites, not just from Saanich but also in cousin nations like Lummi. Today, Eric Pelkey hopes the passing on of knowledge to the next generation will keep the practice alive and well. Listen [...]

Podcast Episode 3: Reef Net Fishing with Eric Pelkey2024-08-09T20:30:07+00:00

CBC Indigenous Music Residency

2024-08-08T00:14:48+00:00

CBC and SOCAN Music are launching the CBC Indigenous Music Residency, a new songwriting program for six Indigenous musicians that supports their growth and artistry. Eligible Indigenous artists can submit their songs for consideration until Aug. 29. 🎼 Six participants — two First Nations, two Inuit and two Métis artists — will be selected. They will have costs and accommodation covered for four weeks in Toronto, where they will work on two new songs. While completing the residency, they will receive mentorship, access to CBC video and production facilities, and networking opportunities with music industry experts. The program will end with [...]

CBC Indigenous Music Residency2024-08-08T00:14:48+00:00

This time of year is known as ĆENHENEN

2024-08-07T19:21:14+00:00

This time of year is traditionally known as ĆENHENEN.  ĆENHENEN NIȽ ŚW̱TÁĆELS TŦE HENEN HIȽ ŚW̱DÁLETEṈs E TŦE ÍY QÁLES X̱EṈ OL Ȼs XÁĆEṈs. TOW̱OL U ṈEN TŦE SĆÁNEW̱E TIÁ ȽḴÁLJ. MEQ EXIN ŚW̱OX̱s TŦEN QEȽ W̱ILṈEW̱LÁE EṮ ĆELȽTENEM, TEMTEM AXEN, SMO₭EĆ, SDÁYES, ḰENNES. NIȽ SU ĆḴEĆEs TŦEN QEȽ W̱ILṈEW̱. SU ṮÁNEḴs KPETTEs TŦE SĆÁLEĆES ḰEL ḰEL E TŦE SYESEs TŦE ṈENṈENEs E TŦE SȻÁs ĆELÁṈENs. SU MEQs SÁN XĆIT ȻE NIȽ Es SÁN TŦE ṈENṈENEs ȻE ĆTOLES Es SE ȻE NÁTEṈ Es. HO ȻENNES TŦE ṈEN S,IȽEN TŦE EȽTÁLṈEW̱SU HIMETs TŦE SĆÁLEĆEs ṈÁTW̱E TŦE ŚW̱SIÁMs EṈOTEs TŦE [...]

This time of year is known as ĆENHENEN2024-08-07T19:21:14+00:00

IMB Job Opportunity: Research and Marine Planning Analyst

2024-08-02T22:19:38+00:00

IMB is seeking a Research and Marine Planning Analyst Job Summary The Indigenous Management Board (IMB) is seeking a Research and Marine Planning Analyst to support a collaborative effort among eleven First Nations in British Columbia. The Analyst will contribute to research, analysis, writing, and strategic recommendations related to IMB’s priority topics and the Feasibility Assessment for the proposed National Marine Conservation Area Reserve (NMCAR) in the southern Strait of Georgia. Responsibilities include researching priority topics, documenting and organizing research materials, synthesizing existing marine plans, preparing reports and presentations, and representing IMB interests in meetings with government agencies. The [...]

IMB Job Opportunity: Research and Marine Planning Analyst2024-08-02T22:19:38+00:00

IMB is seeking an Elders Committee Coordinator

2024-08-02T18:48:48+00:00

IMB is seeking an Elders Committee Coordinator Job Summary The Indigenous Management Board (IMB) is seeking an Elders Committee Coordinator. The Coordinator will establish and manage the IMB Elders Committee, coordinating six meetings annually, including travel and cultural arrangements. Key responsibilities include hosting meetings, facilitating discussions, coordinating with technical committees, and ensuring honorariums and expenses are managed. The ideal candidate will have experience with First Nations Elders, event coordination, and proficiency in Microsoft applications. The role requires knowledge of SENĆOŦEN and Hul’q’umi’num cultures, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently with tact and confidentiality. This one-year part-time [...]

IMB is seeking an Elders Committee Coordinator2024-08-02T18:48:48+00:00

Carl Olsen featured in Watershed Sentinel’s Article: Standing with Salmon and WSÁNEĆ

2024-07-31T22:32:06+00:00

Carl Olsen featured in Watershed Sentinel's Article: Standing With Salmon and WSÁNEĆ “If you take a look at the treaty, the treaty says that we have a right to look after what feeds us and what looks after us.” — W̱SÁNEĆ Elder Carl Olsen Read the Article on Watershed Sentinels Website Download the Article It’s a cold morning and I shiver as I walk over to the line of people holding placards by the concrete barrier at the side of the road. It snowed on the Malahat last night but now the sun has come out and large drops [...]

Carl Olsen featured in Watershed Sentinel’s Article: Standing with Salmon and WSÁNEĆ2024-07-31T22:32:06+00:00

Job Posting: Marine and Land Use Planner I

2024-07-29T23:16:57+00:00

Employer: WSANEC Leadership Council Supervised by: Shauna Johnson Start Date: August 5, 2024 (4-year term) Job Posting Open Date: July 12, 2024 Job Posting Closing Date: Aug 9, 2024 Salary Range: $75,000 dependent upon experience Location: W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council office – a hybrid with a rotating office time two days per week, three days working remotely. Must be a Saanich Peninsula, Victoria, or local community resident. The WLC will provide in-office equipment (desk, chairs, etc.) and a portable laptop. Candidates should have a stable internet connection and access to MS Teams or Zoom when working from home. Position Overview The [...]

Job Posting: Marine and Land Use Planner I2024-07-29T23:16:57+00:00

Call to Artists: Public Art Opportunity for Fire Station No. 2

2024-07-24T16:47:33+00:00

Call to Artists: Public Art Opportunity for Fire Station No. 2 Learn more about the project, eligibility, application requirements and how to apply at the link below. The deadline for applying is August 28, 2024, 4pm. Individuals who may require assistance with submitting their application can contact Brenda Weatherston, Public Art Coordinator at 250-475-5557 or brenda.weatherston@saanich.ca. More Information RECENT POSTS How are we doing? Leave Us Your Feedback Here

Call to Artists: Public Art Opportunity for Fire Station No. 22024-07-24T16:47:33+00:00
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