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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

Meet Priscilla Omulo

2024-03-08T16:49:40+00:00

Meet Priscilla Omulo, the new Women's Coordinator at the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council Read the transcript below to learn more about Priscilla and the work she’ll be doing with the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council. Interviewer: Can you tell me a bit about who you are and where you’re from? My name is Priscilla Omulo. My maiden name is Bartleman, I’m from Tsartlip First Nation. I recently moved back home to the island after being on the lower Mainland for just over 10 years. I did my schooling and a lot of nonprofit work there. I moved back to attend the University [...]

Meet Priscilla Omulo2024-03-08T16:49:40+00:00

The Cowichan Sweater Film, Women’s Day Screening

2024-03-08T18:52:54+00:00

This International Women's Day, let's give a big shout-out to the women who made "The Cowichan Sweater: Our Knitted History" film possible! We raise our hands to Mary Galloway and Tiffany Joseph the executive producers and to the hardworking all-Indigenous crew, these women poured their hearts into sharing this important story. The film explores the history of the sweaters in the Cowichan and Saanich territories on Vancouver Island and the traditional knitters from these communities. We congratulate their dedication to preserving our cultural heritage and showcasing the beauty of Cowichan Sweaters. Join us for a virtual screening tonight to honour [...]

The Cowichan Sweater Film, Women’s Day Screening2024-03-08T18:52:54+00:00

This Time 54 Years Ago – March 1970

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

Four Chiefs To Sit On Board    Four Saanich Peninsula band chiefs will sit on Canada's first Indian school board, it was announced Thursday at a meeting in the East Saanich Reserve community hall.    The new board will run Tsartlip day school on West Saanich Road.    The chiefs - Phil Paul (Tsartlip), Gabriel Pelkey (Tsawout), Don Williams (Pauquachin), and Sandy Jones (Teycum) - will make up an interim board along with Victor Underwood Jr., Gus Bill, Marie Cooper and Tom Sampson.    The four bands formed the Saanich Indian Education Association two years ago when they learned the federal government planned to [...]

This Time 54 Years Ago – March 19702024-03-04T21:49:49+00:00

Chainsaw Operator Training: $250 Honoraria Available

2024-02-27T21:57:08+00:00

Chainsaw Operator Training: $250 Honoraria Available Gulf Islands National Park Reserve is hosting a two-day chainsaw training course on March 6th and 7th, 2024. There are six spots available for W̱SÁNEĆ community members. Details: • Location: SMONEĆTEN Campground • Dates: Wed March 6th and Thurs March 7th, 8am-4pm • Participants must commit to both days • 6 spots available for W̱SÁNEĆ community members ages 18+ • Honoraria of $250 per day available • No previous training required • Steel-toe or similar footwear required. All other safety gear will be provided. Participants will receive Type 3 - Basic Chainsaw Operator [...]

Chainsaw Operator Training: $250 Honoraria Available2024-02-27T21:57:08+00:00

Share your thoughts on Goldstream!

2024-02-22T19:21:07+00:00

Share your thoughts on Goldstream! At this time we are seeking feedback from W̱SÁNEĆ Community Members only. Fill out the survey W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership are seeking input on whether or not to support the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (MOTI) project to conduct roadwork on the Malahat Highway where it passes through Goldstream Park. We have developed this survey for W̱SÁNEĆ members to provide input on whether or not the proposed MOTI Highway 1 project is acceptable for Goldstream. At this time we are seeking feedback from W̱SÁNEĆ Community Members only. Fill out the survey RECENT POSTS [...]

Share your thoughts on Goldstream!2024-02-22T19:21:07+00:00

DAO is Hiring a Human Resources Business Partner

2024-02-17T00:28:33+00:00

Dominion Astrophysical Observatory is Hiring a Human Resource Business Partner CLICK TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. City: Preference: Victoria, Boucherville. Other NRC locations may be considered. Organizational Unit: Human Resources Branch Classification: PE-4 Tenure: Term Duration: 2 years Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC Notes: The intent of this staffing action is to fill one vacancy, preferably in Victoria or Boucherville, and create a list of prequalified candidates for positions in various locations as [...]

DAO is Hiring a Human Resources Business Partner2024-02-17T00:28:33+00:00

VAA is Hiring an Electrician

2024-02-17T00:20:04+00:00

Victoria Airport Authority is Hiring an Electrician CLICK TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Electrician Reporting To: Electrical Supervisor Key Relationships: Internal – All VAA Staff; External – Third Party Contractors, Airport Security, Vendors Supervisory Responsibilities: None   Role Summary: The Electrician is responsible for performing electrical inspections, maintenance, and repair related to airfield lighting and building electrical systems at the Airport. Electricians must be available to be ‘on-call’ to respond to after-hour lighting, signage, electrical emergencies and winter operations. The Electrician is a union position reporting to the Electrical Supervisor and will normally work a 40-hour [...]

VAA is Hiring an Electrician2024-02-17T00:20:04+00:00

TLC is Hiring a Communication Officer

2024-02-14T22:55:43+00:00

The Land Conservancy (TLC) is Hiring a Communication Officer CLICK TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION TLC The Land Conservancy of BC is a charitable, membership-based land trust working to protect British Columbia's biological diversity. We are currently seeking a Communication Intern to provide support while gaining experience working in the non-profit sector to promote events, fundraising initiatives, and the organization in general. Position Overview: The Communication Intern will work with TLC’s team to implement comprehensive communication strategies for TLC projects. This will include contributing to TLCs website, social media accounts, and designing/producing promotional material (print and digital). The [...]

TLC is Hiring a Communication Officer2024-02-14T22:55:43+00:00
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