Le'qa:mel First Nation Newsletter - January 2011

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Leq’Leq’Leq’Leq’á:mel First Nation :mel First Nation :mel First Nation :mel First Nation January 2011January 2011January 2011January 2011

Housing Update 2

Post Secondary and Social

Assistance Update

3

Post Secondary and Social

Assistance Update; Sto:lo

Xwexwilmexw Outreach

4

35th Annual Elders

Gathering

5

Winter Emergency Kit 6

Winter Emergency Kit;

Health Care Assistant Pro-

gram

7

Hearing Clinic 8

Mission Community Library 9

Food Skills for Families 10

Food Skills for Families 11

Estates Workshop 12

Aboriginal Career Fair 13

Health Fair –Fraser Health 14

January Birthdays 15

January 2011 Calendar 16

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Healthy Lifestyle Events 2011Healthy Lifestyle Events 2011Healthy Lifestyle Events 2011Healthy Lifestyle Events 2011

Leq’a:mel First Na�on, partnered with Fraser Health, Sto:lo

Health, and Mission Health will be hos�ng a series of health

workshops throughout 2011. Keep your eyes peeled for

posters for these events in the near future.

The following is a list of dates for the workshops and its ac-

companying theme:

February 21, 2011 Healthy Hearts

May 20, 2011 Self Care

August 29, 2011 Back to School BBQ, Families and

Career Development

November 18, 2011 Mental Health and Addic(ons

All four of these workshops will be taking place at Leq’á:mel

First Na�on. The workshops are currently in the planning

phase. More details will be provided as soon as they be-

come available.

Reminders

Remember to winterize your home by cleaning your gu.ers, replacing the furnace filters, removing

your garden hose from your outside tap, and making sure your property line is clear of your pos-

sessions for snow ploughing purposes.

Renova(ons

The final inspec�on for the renova�ons done by Na�ons First and Lacey Developments has been

done by Harold Kelly. Minor deficiencies that were iden�fied have been completed. A further re-

quest for renova�on funding has been submi.ed to Canada Mortgage and Housing and we await

approval early in January 2011. LFN has been fortunate that our submissions have been complete,

on �me and the contractors have finished their work in a �mely manner and therefore we are able

to ask for more money for the social housing renova�ons.

When the inspec�ons were being done, there were some “housekeeping issues” that were iden�-

fied. Tenants should ensure that flammable items such as laundry and toys should be kept clear

from around the furnace, hot water tank and fireplaces. Please ensure that smoke detectors are

not de-ac�vated as they are the first line of defense for the home owner in case of fire. As well for

those with wood burning stoves, please use seasoned wood only. Using green wood causes creo-

sote build-up in the chimney and this can be iden�fied as wilful damage and the charges for clean-

ing the chimney can be charged back to the tenant.

Mee(ngs / training

Helen a.ended the Storage Tank Conference in Vancouver on December 1, 2010. The conference

focused on the responsibili�es of the tank owners in regards to spill containment. As LFN owns a

diesel tank and oil waste tank it is per�nent that we know what our due diligence is.

Chlorina�on of the water system has started. Peter McDonald, Al McDonald and Gary Paul suc-

cessfully completed the hypo-chlorina�on course at the beginning of December.

Arrears

Current rental account is $122,848 and the Member Loan account of past rent is $247,990 for a

total owing to LFN of $370,838. Some members have been paying on their arrear account. Please

be aware that new housing applica�ons should be submi.ed for the new year. To be eligible for

considera�on of a unit, you must not owe any money to LFN.

Sara Malloway researched a housing subsidy thru BC Housing. I have forwarded the applica�ons to

those tenants that this may apply to. Thanks Sara for the research.

Miscellaneous

A new maintenance vehicle has been purchased for the band. Now having 2 maintenance vehicles

means the mileage expenses that were being incurred by the staff has been reduced.

RespecEully submi.ed RespecEully submi.ed

Helen McElroy Peter McDonald

Residen�al Property Administrator Housing Councillor

Leq’á:mel First Nation

Update from the Property administratorUpdate from the Property administratorUpdate from the Property administratorUpdate from the Property administrator

Helen McElroy

Property Ad-

ministrator


Post Secondary and Social AssistancePost Secondary and Social AssistancePost Secondary and Social AssistancePost Secondary and Social Assistance

Kathleen MacKillop

Social Development Worker and Post Secondary Education Coordinator

ReminderReminderReminderReminder….

Submit your household shelter costs (bills) to this office before the 8th of the month. This is also a good time

to bring in your social assistance renewal form.

VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Friday, February 4Friday, February 4Friday, February 4Friday, February 4thththth 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. is the Aboriginal Employment & Career 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. is the Aboriginal Employment & Career 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. is the Aboriginal Employment & Career 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. is the Aboriginal Employment & Career Fair at the Landing Sports Centre located at 45530 Spadina Avenue in Chilliwack. Please see Fair at the Landing Sports Centre located at 45530 Spadina Avenue in Chilliwack. Please see Fair at the Landing Sports Centre located at 45530 Spadina Avenue in Chilliwack. Please see Fair at the Landing Sports Centre located at 45530 Spadina Avenue in Chilliwack. Please see the enclosed insert on page 13 of this newsletter. Please call Kathleen if you wish to attend, we the enclosed insert on page 13 of this newsletter. Please call Kathleen if you wish to attend, we the enclosed insert on page 13 of this newsletter. Please call Kathleen if you wish to attend, we the enclosed insert on page 13 of this newsletter. Please call Kathleen if you wish to attend, we may be arranging to take a group from Leq'á:mel.may be arranging to take a group from Leq'á:mel.may be arranging to take a group from Leq'á:mel.may be arranging to take a group from Leq'á:mel. Annual Reviews: Social Assistant clients, some of you may be receiving le.ers in the next couple of months

for the annual review. This is a normal prac�ce and one that must be adhered to in order to con�nue with

INAC funding for the Leq'á:mel First Na�on band office.

Employment:

The Chehalis Employment Councillor, Robin Chapman will be in the Leq'á:mel office every Thursday. Robin

is here for the whole community and not just for those persons receiving social assistance. This is an oppor-

tunity for anyone seeking employment or looking at schooling for the trades to make an appointment to meet

with Robin.

WHO WOULD LIKE A TUTOR TO GET THEIR LEARNERS LICENCE FOR DRIV-

ING?

Are you ready to obtain your learners licence for driving? Would you like some tutoring to pass the learners licence. We would like to begin a session here at Leq'á:mel First Nation Office with the Literacy in Motion “Big Green Bus.” Edgar who drives the bus is educated in oral tutoring for people to get their driver’s licence, the course would be at the Leq'á:mel Office for Tuesday mornings, it would take approximately 5 – one hour sessions. As we would need to secure the board room for this course, I am asking any one who wishes to pursue this to contact me. We will not wait on a full class, even one person can get this program going. Interested? Please let me know.


Post Secondary and Social Assistance ContinuedPost Secondary and Social Assistance ContinuedPost Secondary and Social Assistance ContinuedPost Secondary and Social Assistance Continued

Please read the enclosed insert on Page 7 from Seabird Island Indian Band:Please read the enclosed insert on Page 7 from Seabird Island Indian Band:Please read the enclosed insert on Page 7 from Seabird Island Indian Band:Please read the enclosed insert on Page 7 from Seabird Island Indian Band:

They are in partnership with Nicola Valley Institute of Technology offering a Health Care Assis-They are in partnership with Nicola Valley Institute of Technology offering a Health Care Assis-They are in partnership with Nicola Valley Institute of Technology offering a Health Care Assis-They are in partnership with Nicola Valley Institute of Technology offering a Health Care Assis-tant Progarm for 2011. This program begins February 1, 2011 and ends December 31, 2011.tant Progarm for 2011. This program begins February 1, 2011 and ends December 31, 2011.tant Progarm for 2011. This program begins February 1, 2011 and ends December 31, 2011.tant Progarm for 2011. This program begins February 1, 2011 and ends December 31, 2011. Have you considered a career in the Health Care Profession? Does helping people appeal to Have you considered a career in the Health Care Profession? Does helping people appeal to Have you considered a career in the Health Care Profession? Does helping people appeal to Have you considered a career in the Health Care Profession? Does helping people appeal to you? Leq'á:mel is hoping to have their own Home Care Worker here in Leq'á:mel, we would you? Leq'á:mel is hoping to have their own Home Care Worker here in Leq'á:mel, we would you? Leq'á:mel is hoping to have their own Home Care Worker here in Leq'á:mel, we would you? Leq'á:mel is hoping to have their own Home Care Worker here in Leq'á:mel, we would be willing to assist with the costs to attend this program to the right candidate.be willing to assist with the costs to attend this program to the right candidate.be willing to assist with the costs to attend this program to the right candidate.be willing to assist with the costs to attend this program to the right candidate. Are you this candidate? Please contact Kathleen MacKillop 604.826Are you this candidate? Please contact Kathleen MacKillop 604.826Are you this candidate? Please contact Kathleen MacKillop 604.826Are you this candidate? Please contact Kathleen MacKillop 604.826----7976, we’d like to discuss 7976, we’d like to discuss 7976, we’d like to discuss 7976, we’d like to discuss this possibility with you..this possibility with you..this possibility with you..this possibility with you..

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TUESDAY, MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TUESDAY, MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TUESDAY, MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011, SERVICE CANADA MARCH 8, 2011, SERVICE CANADA MARCH 8, 2011, SERVICE CANADA MARCH 8, 2011, SERVICE CANADA WILL BE COMING TO THE COMMUNITY OF LEQ'Á:MEL TO PRESENT THE FOL-WILL BE COMING TO THE COMMUNITY OF LEQ'Á:MEL TO PRESENT THE FOL-WILL BE COMING TO THE COMMUNITY OF LEQ'Á:MEL TO PRESENT THE FOL-WILL BE COMING TO THE COMMUNITY OF LEQ'Á:MEL TO PRESENT THE FOL-LOWING WORKSHOP: LOWING WORKSHOP: LOWING WORKSHOP: LOWING WORKSHOP: CCTB/GST/HST AND TAXESCCTB/GST/HST AND TAXESCCTB/GST/HST AND TAXESCCTB/GST/HST AND TAXES!!!! THE TIME AND FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS WORKSHOP WILL FOLLOW IN THE TIME AND FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS WORKSHOP WILL FOLLOW IN THE TIME AND FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS WORKSHOP WILL FOLLOW IN THE TIME AND FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS WORKSHOP WILL FOLLOW IN THE NEW YEAR, BUT THIS IS A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO GET A JUMP THE NEW YEAR, BUT THIS IS A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO GET A JUMP THE NEW YEAR, BUT THIS IS A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO GET A JUMP THE NEW YEAR, BUT THIS IS A WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO GET A JUMP START ON TAX RETURNS FOR 2010!START ON TAX RETURNS FOR 2010!START ON TAX RETURNS FOR 2010!START ON TAX RETURNS FOR 2010!

Kathleen MacKillop

Social Development Worker and Post Secondary Education Coordinator

Sto:lo Xwexwilmexw OutreachSto:lo Xwexwilmexw OutreachSto:lo Xwexwilmexw OutreachSto:lo Xwexwilmexw Outreach

Hello! It’s Vicki once again of the Stó:lō Xwexwilmexw Treaty Associa�on Outreach Team. I

wanted to inform you of a couple of upcoming mee�ngs; January 11th

and February 1st

from

9am – 1pm are the SXTA mee�ngs where all members of Treaty are welcome. Lunch and

transporta�on to the mee�ng will be provided. Also, on March 1st,

the first public forum on

Treaty issues to be held in Leq’á:mel Territory will take place at our Hall from 6:30pm – 9pm.

In closing, you can reach me by telephone at (604)824-5315 or 1-800- 565-6004 or by email

at Vicki.kelly@stolona�on.bc.ca. We also have a website where you can find informa�on:

www.sxta.bc.ca. Please keep in mind that I am available at any�me to partake in a one on one

interview for which you will receive a $25.00 giU cer�ficate. We can also meet KTG style with

your family, in which case, dinner will be provided.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Vicki Kelly


35th Annual Elders gathering35th Annual Elders gathering35th Annual Elders gathering35th Annual Elders gathering


Preparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your CarPreparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your CarPreparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your CarPreparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your Car

Preparing an Emergency Kit for Your Car

Slippery or snow-covered roads, reduced visibility and bi.er cold: these are all condi�ons that can make driving difficult

and even dangerous during cold weather months. Winter also brings an increased risk of geVng stuck in your car, so

dress warmly before heading out.

Follow these �ps to learn about winter driving risks and prepare an emergency kit for your car.

Exercise extra cau�on when driving in these winter road condi�ons:

• Blizzards: The most dangerous of winter storms, combining falling, blowing and driUing snow, winds of at least

40 km/h, visibility less than one kilometre and temperatures below -10°C. They can last from a few hours to several

days. • Heavy snowfall: Refers to snowfalls of at least 10 cen�metres in 12 hours, or at least 15 cen�metres in 24 hours;

accumula�on may be lower in temperate climates. • Freezing rain or drizzle: This can lead to ice storms, with ice covering roads, trees, power lines, etc. • Cold snap: Refers to temperatures that fall rapidly over a very short period of �me, causing very icy condi�ons. • Winds: They create the condi�ons associated with blizzards, and cause blowing and driUing snow, reducing visibil-

ity and causing wind chill. • Black ice: Refers to a thin layer of ice on the road that can be difficult to see or can make the road look black and

shiny. The road freezes more quickly in shaded areas, on bridges and on overpasses when it is cold. These areas remain

frozen long aUer the sun has risen. • Slush: Wet snow can make for slushy roads. Heavy slush can build up in the wheel wells of your vehicle and can

affect your ability to steer. Large trucks and buses can blow slush and snow onto your windshield, leading to a sudden

loss of visibility.

Follow these (ps if you are stuck in the snow:

• Try to stay calm and don’t go out in the cold. Stay in your car: you will avoid geVng lost and your car is a safe shel-

ter. • Don’t �re yourself out. Shovelling in the intense cold can be deadly. • Let in fresh air by opening a window on the side sheltered from the wind. • Keep the engine off as much as possible. Be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning and make sure the exhaust pipe

is not obstructed by snow. • If possible, use a candle placed inside a deep can instead of the car heater to warm up. • Turn on warning lights or set up road flares to make your car visible. • Turn on the ceiling light; leaving your headlights or hazard lights on for too long will drain the ba.ery. • Move your hands, feet and arms to maintain circula�on. Stay awake. Keep an eye out for other cars and emergency responders. Try to keep clothing dry since wet clothing can lead to a

dangerous loss of body heat.

Prepare an emergency car kit

Always have winter safety and emergency equipment in your car. A basic car kit should contain the following:

• Food that won’t spoil, such as energy bars

• Water—plas�c bo.les that won’t break if the water freezes (replace them every six months)


Preparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your Car Preparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your Car Preparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your Car Preparing a Winter Emergency Kit For Your Car

Prepare an emergency car kit con(nued

• blanket

• Extra clothing and shoes or boots

• First aid kit with seatbelt cu.er

• Small shovel, scraper and snowbrush

• Candle in a deep can and matches

• WindZ up flashlight

• Whistle—in case you need to a.ract a.en�on

• Roadmaps

• Copy of your emergency plan

Items to keep in your trunk: I t e m s t o k e e p i n y o u r t r u n k :

• Sand, salt or cat li.er (non-clumping)

• An�freeze and windshield washer fluid

• Tow rope

• Jumper cables

• Fire ex�nguisher

Warning light or road flares

Print or download the Emergency Car Kit list. Cross items off the list

as you put them in your car.

Health Care Assistant ProgramHealth Care Assistant ProgramHealth Care Assistant ProgramHealth Care Assistant Program————Seabird Indian BandSeabird Indian BandSeabird Indian BandSeabird Indian Band


Hearing ClinicHearing ClinicHearing ClinicHearing Clinic


Mission Community LibraryMission Community LibraryMission Community LibraryMission Community Library

Family Storytimes Tuesdays, January 25 to March 8, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Fun for all ages and stages! Drop in for some stories, songs, puppets and more. Tropical Punch! Family Storytime Saturday, January 22, 11 a.m. to noon Tired of winter? Need a vacation somewhere warm? Stories, songs, and a puppet show with a tropical twist! Manga Village Saturday, January 22, 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. Watch anime, eat Japanese snacks, and chat with other teens. Anime with a TV14 rat-ing will be shown. For ages 12–18. Computer Basics: Beginners Series Saturday, January 15, 10:15 a.m. It’s a new year! Learn a new skill. One topic per week. Basic lessons in the mouse, keyboard, Internet, and email.

For more information, please call 604-826-6610.

Mission Community Library

33247 Second Avenue

Cora Kollin

Library Services Assistant

Mission Community Library


Food Skills for familiesFood Skills for familiesFood Skills for familiesFood Skills for families


Estates WorkshopEstates WorkshopEstates WorkshopEstates Workshop

JANUARY 27. 2011

2 PM

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada will be at the Leq’a:mel First Nation Gymnasium to conduct an Estates Workshop. We are asking members to RSVP to this event, by calling front desk or coming in to the office to sign up.

Contact Leq’a:mel First Nation to RSVP Telephone: (604) 826-7976

Email: [email protected]

Toll-Free: 1-866-626-7976 (within Canada)

An RSVP list is provided at front desk.


Aboriginal employment and Career FairAboriginal employment and Career FairAboriginal employment and Career FairAboriginal employment and Career Fair


Health FairHealth FairHealth FairHealth Fair————Fraser HealthFraser HealthFraser HealthFraser Health

Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday! Leq’á:mel First Nation

Laurie Baxter

Henry Blakeborough

Russel Bob

Cheyenne-Marryn Brezina

Cody Brown

Roxanne Coombes

Joslyn Diablo

Hunter Edwards

Janelle Hayward

Kenneth Jasper

Chelsea Johnson

Chelsea Kelly

Darlene Kelly

Gerri Kelly

Jaimie W Kelly

Victoria L’Hirondelle

Lashyla Louis

Susan McKamey

Cyril Morris

Lily Morris

Ronald Morris

Leona Munroe

Lynn Ortloff

Mikhalia Paul

Sophia Proksa

Laura Rhodes

Nicklaus Riopel

Loralee Solomon

Tammy Stowell

Cheryl Swanaset

Henry Thompson

Patrick Thompson

Terry Thompson

Renee Ulmer

Kilby Zeeb

Tanya Zeeb


JANUARY 2011

S UNS UNS UNS UN MONMONMONMON T U ETU ETU ETU E W EDW EDW EDW ED T HUTHUTHUTHU F R IF R IF R IF R I S A TS A TS A TS A T

1

Volleyball

Drop-In 6 pm

Deroche Totems

NA 7-8 pm

2 3

CraU Night

5:30-7:30 pm

4

Youth Night

4-6 pm

5

6 7 8

Volleyball

Drop-In 6 pm

Deroche Totems

NA 7-8 pm

9 10

Family Place

Drop-In

10-noon

CraU Night

5:30-7:30 pm

11

Youth Night

4-6 pm

Youth/Parents

Mee�ng 6-7 pm (RE: Deroche

School)

12

Language Night

5-7:30 pm

13 14 15

Volleyball

Drop-In 6 pm

Deroche Totems

NA 7-8 pm

16 17

Family Place

Drop-In

10-noon

CraU Night

5:30-7:30 pm

18

Youth Night

4-6 pm

19

Hearing Clinic

10 am—3:30 pm

Language Night

5-7:30 pm

SA Cheque Day

20 21 22

Volleyball

Drop-In 6 pm

Deroche Totems

NA 7-8 pm

23 24Family Place

Drop-In, 10-noon__

Diabetes Clinic

8 am-3 pm

CraU Night

5:30-7:30 pm_____

Deroche School

Mtg 6 pm

25

Youth Night

4-6 pm

26 Language Night

5-7:30 pm________

Environmental

Monitoring Info/

Recruitment 5-6 pm

Matrimonial Prop-

erty Law Presenta-

�on 6-9 pm

27

INAC Estates

Workshop 2 pm

28 29

Volleyball

Drop-In 6 pm

Deroche Totems

NA 7-8 pm

30 31

Family Place

Drop-In

10-noon

CraU Night

5:30-7:30 pm

Gym Booking

Boardroom Booking

Office Closed

General

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