MUSQUEAM NEWSLETTER · MUSQUEAM NEWSLETTER Friday November 30, 2018 Tel: 604-263-3261, Toll Free: 1-866-282-3261, Fax: 604-263-4212 Arbutus Greenway 2 MIB Job Postings 3-22 Education

MUSQUEAM NEWSLETTER Friday November 30, 2018

Tel: 604-263-3261, Toll Free: 1-866-282-3261, Fax: 604-263-4212

Arbutus Greenway 2

MIB Job Postings 3-22

Education 23-25

Health Dept. 26-32

Youth Pgm. 33

Knitting Gala Dinner 34

Remaining News 35-43

Inside this issue:

St. Michael’s Church

Please join us for Sunday Mass @12:45 PM.

Any questions, please call

(Jeannie Campbell ….604-781-5641)

SAFETY & SECURITY PATROL ~ 604-968-8058

DIVIDEND & DISTRIBUTION DAY

Monday, Dec 3rd

Administration Office 9am – 7pm

Pick up your cheque

Cast your ballot in Fisheries Commission Elections

Community Centre 10am – 4:30pm

Hot beverage station & Christmas tunes Pick up the CCP Update

Discuss the Arbutus Greenway & proposed extension to the Fraser River, on the southern end of cəsnaʔəm

Info on products & services, tips on financial planning, benefits of RESPs for children, &

more! Door Prizes!

ARBUTUS GREENWAY FRASER EXTENSION

The City of Vancouver is also collaborating with the Musqueam Indian Band alongside Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh, on other aspects of the Arbutus Greenway, including:

• Naming of the overall greenway and/or specific sections• Wayfinding signage in hǝnqǝminǝm and Sḵwxwú7mesh• Ethnobotany — use of native plants• Public art

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ARBUTUS GREENWAY FRASER RIVER EXTENSION - DRAFT DECEMBER 2018

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The Arbutus Greenway is a north-south transportation corridor that will connect people, parks and places from False Creek to the Fraser River. In July 2018, Vancouver City Council approved the Design Vision and Implementation Strategy for the future greenway, which included the goal of extending the greenway to the Fraser River.

The Fraser River Extension is a proposed asphalt path that will allow people to walk, bike or roll from the Arbutus Greenway’s current end at Milton Street to the Fraser River. The City of Vancouver has been working closely with the Musqueam Indian Band to complete this ‘missing link’.

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CONSTRUCTING THE PATH

Since the extension is located close to cəsnaʔəm, the Musqueam Indian Band and the City of Vancouver have been working together to ensure minimal impacts on cəsnaʔəm and the surrounding environment. Safety and accessibility for all users is also a top priority when developing the construction methodology.

The following construction methods will be used to achieve our goals:

Protect & Preserve cəsnaʔəm

Î Using stacked boulders and concrete blocks to retain slopes rather than concrete walls that require significant digging

Î Placing the asphalt path and its gravel base on top of existing soil, and leaving existing rail ties in the ground

Î Locating the majority of the path to the southern edge of the property, further away from cəsnaʔəm

Î Ensuring that all construction activities will be monitored by Musqueam staff and an archeologist to provide construction oversight and be able to respond if archaeological deposits and features are discovered

Î Retaining existing trees wherever possible

Build a Safe and Accessible Path

Î Constructing a path with a gradual slope to ensure it is accessible for people of all abilities

Î Installing a new crosswalk at Milton Street

Î Connecting pedestrians to the Fraser River Trail using the existing Hudson Street sidewalk

Î Adding pavement stencils designating on-street bike connection to Fraser River Trail

TIMELINE

LEARN MORE: vancouver.ca/arbutusgreenway CONTACT US: [email protected]

#arbutusgreenway

MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND 6735 Salish Drive Vancouver, B.C. V6N 4C4 Telephone: 604 263-3261

Job Posting

Associate Self-Government Coordinator 1-year term, Full-Time

(potential extension upon program funding approval) The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional territory once occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Grass, the name of the grass is məθkʷəy. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam) - People of the River Grass. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community maintains strong cultural and traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a strong community of over thousand members. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca Musqueam Indian Band is seeking an Associate Self-Government Coordinator. The Associate Coordinator will report to the Associate Director of Title & Rights Service Group and will serve as an integral part of the Title & Rights Service group and negotiation team for the Self-Government Agreement with Canada. The A/Coordinator will seek and provide advice, and will develop and maintain relationships across government and Musqueam administration. The A/Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, and reviewing information related to recognition and reconciliation and provide support, internally and externally, on administrative issues related to work related to the Self-Government Agreement. The Assistant Coordinator is responsible for developing and engaging the community on Musqueam’s Self-Government Agreement and will facilitate the negotiation related to the Agreement by disseminating information and acting as an alternative points of contact, and will take on other duties as required. Responsibilities

• Provide support services to the self-government negotiating team and political representatives on:

o Determine and understand departmental requirements and issues and trends in relation to self-governing Indigenous nations

• Work alongside the Self-Governance Community Coordinator to provide support and assistance where needed.

• Assist and coordinate community engagement sessions with Elders, Knowledge Holders, and various other demographics in the community.

• Develop, in accordance with the SGA, the community ‘Constitution’ with the Self-Governance Community Coordinator.

• Undertake planning, and identify priorities related to Self-governance:

http://www.musqueam.bc.ca/

o Identify key team members within Musqueam, and ensure that all information is received as disseminated and that timelines are clearly indicated

o Organize meetings, agendas, and meeting minutes • Support negotiations as part of the Musqueam negotiation team on key aspects of

recognition, reconciliation, consultation and accommodation in working groups and side-table working groups with federal, and other agency negotiators:

o Document the interests and expectations of Canada; o Respond to community and third party consultation issues; and o Work with Self-Governance Community Coordinator in engagement and

development of materials for all self-government related meetings. • Identify the range of issues to be negotiated by:

o Assisting the negotiators to identify the range of issues to be negotiated o Participating in working groups with senior management

and/or political representatives concerning issues that will be negotiated by Musqueam

• Establish and maintain positive communication and relationships within Musqueam First Nation, government departments, various organizations, and First Nation partners to ensure interests and expectations of these groups are identified and responded to

• Participate in projects as required and/or delegated –coordinating resources, ensuring appropriate consultation, and ongoing and final reporting

• Participate in sub-meetings related to large projects in order to coordinate information for multiple departments across the organization. Follow up, develop responses, collect, and disseminate information.

• Engage in research, analysis, policy development, and implementation of Musqueam Self-Governance policies, as delegated by Associate Director.

• Prepare or coordinate preparation of administrative reports, including reviewing and analyzing statistics, financial data, and management planning data for predicting resource needs and developing long-range plans

Qualifications & Education:

• Skills and knowledge attained by successful completion of a post-secondary degree in Political Science, First Nations studies, or a related field and/or equivalent level of experience.

• A good understanding of Indigenous politics and law • A minimum of two years’ experience in a closely related field or an equivalent

combination of education, training and experience. Technical Skills:

• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; • Exceptional communicator with excellent writing skills; • Detail oriented; • Ability to work in a group as well as independently; • Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/project in accordance with

stated deadlines;

• Ability to be discreet, and use tact and good judgement; • Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/project in accordance with

stated deadlines; • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment.

Please email cover letter and resume to: [email protected] and reference “Associate Self Government Coordinator” on the subject line

Applicants of Musqueam and/or Aboriginal ancestry are encouraged to apply.

Position will remain open until filled.

* We thank all those who apply, however, only those short-listed will be contacted.

mailto:[email protected]

Musqueam Indian Band

6735 Salish Drive

Vancouver, B.C. V6N 4C4

Telephone: 604 263-3261

Job Posting

Child Care Floor Supervisor Regular Full-time

The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional territory once

occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name Musqueam relates back to the River

Grass, the name of the grass is məθkʷəy. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation

that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam) – People of the River Grass. Although a

metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community maintains strong cultural and

traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a strong community of over thousand members.

To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca.

Musqueam Indian Band (Musqueam) is seeking a Child Care Floor Supervisor. The Child Care Floor

Supervisor is responsible for the successful implementation and coordination of a safe, stimulating environment

for young children of the Musqueam Child Care Centre Program. This position role is to help to operate the

Program in accordance to licensing and other regulatory provisions. Reporting to the Child Care Centre

Supervisor, responsibilities include the overall floor supervision of the Centre’s programs and its operation, and

help to facilitate, plan and coordinate the children’s educational programs and activities (both individual and

group) to encourage learning and develop social interaction skills within a safe environment for young children

Key Responsibilities Implement the plan and direction of the operations regarding the Child Care Centre in accordance with

licensing and other regulations regarding:

staff/child ratio

health and safety precautions

training of staff and supervision

record-keeping

educational materials

space utilization

food preparation

Plan, develop, schedule, train, supervise and evaluate Child Care staff, including casual employees, as

needed.

Develop and maintain positive relationships and regular communication with parents and caregivers.

Ensure problems encountered by staff are resolved

Develop and plan curriculum and lesson plans

coordinate Child Care Centre activities

Oversee, and participate in, group and individual teaching and child care activities

Help to conduct program registration of children and orientation of parents

Help coordinate special events, guest programs and trips

Evaluate child progress and conducts parent conferences

Arrange for appropriate child assessments and brings in necessary supports, when possible.

Refer families to outside services as needed

Provide coverage for absent Child Care staff, as needed from time to time

Perform other duties as required


Qualification and Skills

Skill and knowledge usually attained by successful completion of High School and a Certificate in Early

Childhood Education and at least two years floor supervisory experience in an ECE setting. Teaching

Certificate and/or Infant Toddler Certificate is an asset.

Knowledge of child development, program administration and budgeting, regulations affecting the

provision of childcare

Proven ability to establish supportive relationships with children and parents, plan and administer

curriculum appropriate to development needs of children, and supervise child care staff

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and establish cooperative working relationships

with staff and peers

Current First Aid certificate

Must be able to lift and carry children as required

Knowledge and experience of similar program delivery in the context of Musqueam or First Nations

culture and history

Ability to use tact and good judgement in dealing with sensitive and complex issues

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Licenses/Certificates: Early Childhood Educator’s Certificate & License (Teaching Certificate and Infant/Toddler certificate

preferred)

First Aid Certificate

Food Safe Certificate asset

Successful Criminal Records Check required by Musqueam and Licensing

Working Conditions Work is mostly performed Program Centre, within a child care setting

Attendance is required at Community Services Meetings and off site weekend quarterly retreats

Please email cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

and reference “Child Care Floor Supervisor” in the subject line.






6735 Salish Drive


Telephone: 604 263-3261

Job Posting

Emergency Response Coordinator Full-time 1-Year Term

(Dependent on Funding)




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Musqueam Indian Band (Musqueam) is seeking an Emergency Response Coordinator. This position supports

the preparation, development and maintenance of emergency preparedness documents and programs that have

been established by Musqueam to respond to incidents affecting the operations of the organization and the

Musqueam community. The Emergency Response Coordinator reports to the Fisheries Manager.

Key Responsibilities Collaborate with various departments and external agencies/institutions to provide emergency management

support to the organization and the Musqueam community

Develop and implement plans, procedures and protocols to maintain community awareness regarding

emergency preparedness

Assist in the development and implementation of plans and strategic and operational procedures and protocols

for emergency management functions

Identify, coordinate and prepare emergency management staff for responder roles including staffing teams

Conduct quality assurance, data analysis and develop applicable maps in support of daily and response

operations

Review incident action plans and provide input and ongoing evaluation on emergency management goals and

objectives

Support development and implementation of emergency management systems and ensure that they comply to

applicable government and Musqueam regulations

Create incident management reports, including organizational charts and job action sheets

Coordinate the logistics of disaster response or crises management activities including evacuations, and

implement special needs programs and plans

Develop and maintain effective liaison with federal, provincial and municipal departments to facilitate

emergency plan development and response effort coordination

Perform tests and evaluations on currently implemented emergency management plans in accordance to

applicable regulations

Inspect facilities and equipment used in emergency management operations to ensure that they are working

properly

Develop and circulate instructional materials to educate and inform Musqueam staff and the community about

potential threats and ways of dealing with them

Other related duties as required


Qualifications and Skills Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management and/or minimum 2-3 years of relevant work

experience

Excellent technical written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate well with a wide

variety of audiences

Organizational skills with the ability to coordinate with multiple departments and agencies

Background in developing and implementing plans, operational procedures and protocols to enact emergency

management procedures

Demonstrated ability to judge response capability limitations and propose tactics for coordinated response

activities

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and

complex issues

Proven ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment as well independently with limited supervision

Highly detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/projects in accordance

with stated deadlines

Knowledge and experience of similar program delivery in the context of Musqueam or First Nations culture

and history is preferred

Cultural competency and knowledge of First Nation cultural traditions

Advanced skills in MS Office software, Adobe Acrobat; STATA, R or similar statistics/data analysis software

A valid driver’s license & vehicle.

Working Conditions Work is generally performed in an office environment

Some evenings and weekends may be required

Successful criminal background check


and reference “Emergency Response Coordinator” in the subject line.





MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND 6735 Salish Drive


Telephone: 604 263-3261

Job Posting

Finance Manager Regular Full-Time

The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional

territory once occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name

Musqueam relates back to the River Grass, the name of the grass is məθkʷəy. There is a story that

has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the

xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam) - People of the River Grass.

Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community

maintains strong cultural and traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a

strong community of over thousand members. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit

www.musqueam.bc.ca

Musqueam Indian Band is seeking a Finance Manager. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer,

this position is responsible for the overall management of the Musqueam’s accounting functions.

This includes supervision of the Finance Department. This role also plans, manages, monitors and

controls all financial management functions and provides professional oversight to the Finance

Department. In addition, this role participates in various Band committees and advises the CFO

and committees of financial issues that impact decision making.

Responsibilities

Oversees the following accounting functions and provides support as required:

o Full cycle accounting including maintaining accurate books and records and

accounting for all financial items on a daily basis

o Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, month-end and year-end close and audit

processes

o All financial reporting and ensuring that financial statements are prepared in

accordance with Canadian public sector accounting standards

o Day to day banking and cash management operations

Ensures all financial reporting is completed in full and within specified time frames to meet

obligations specified within funding agreements

Participates in the development and support of Musqueam’ strategic plans

Oversees the payroll and benefit processing, payroll reporting and filings

Assists with and provides information for external audit preparations

Manages day-to-day supervision of finance team

Recommends, implements and controls all policies and procedures related to financial and

general administrative functions


Provides support as required to:

o IT support functions

o Negotiating, purchase, and disposal of office equipment, supplies and service

contracts

o Project management for special projects (i.e. dividend and distribution, RFP

processes)

Job Knowledge

Professional accounting designation with minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role

Advanced skills in MS Office and AccPac/Sage 300 and other related accounting software

Working knowledge of public sector accounting standards

First Nations administration and/or accounting experience is an asset

Cultural competency and knowledge of the cultural traditions and practices of the Musqueam

Nation is an asset

High level of business acumen and strong analytical and decision making skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and deliver on timelines

Ability to build and maintain strong cross-functional working relationships and liaise with

diverse stakeholder groups

Effective leadership skills with ability to develop teams and build team capabilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills


and reference “Finance Manager” on the subject line






Job Posting

Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst Regular Full-Time

The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional territory once occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Grass, the name of the grass is məθkʷəy. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam) - People of the River Grass. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community maintains strong cultural and traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a strong community of over thousand members. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca Musqueam Indian Band is seeking a Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst. The GIS Analyst provides technical, management, and personnel skills to participate in the organization, production of GIS services, and provide technical support for the Musqueam Indian Band (MIB) Administration. This includes working with various departments within the administrative structure to coordinate and support research, manage and implement GIS IT infrastructure, and develop digital cartographic resources. The GIS Analyst, will be responsible for the coordination of staff and ongoing activities within the GIS Section and will work with Title and Rights, external contractors, and GIS staff to document, and create attribute data to be utilized in GIS applications, while working collaboratively with staff on all MIB mapping projects. Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Director of Title and Rights, the GIS Analyst, will participate in the management, design, and research for digital information management infrastructure and cartographic projects for stewardship agreements, rights and title negotiation, planning, traditional use mapping, and infrastructure mapping for MIB.

• Manage projects, finances, and the day-to-day activities of the GIS Section. • Prepare IT acquisition budgets and apply for funding opportunities that relates

directly to GIS Section functions. • Manage, update, and customize Rights and Title IT infrastructure (e.g.:

Stewardship Portal, Mukurtu Instances, and Musqueam Place Names Map). This includes software and server-system level management.

• Coordinate with external IT contractors, engineering contractors, municipal, provincial, and federal governments regarding MIB infrastructure and spatial data matters.


• Develop GIS applications, GIS IT infrastructure, and software acquisition for Rights and Title and other MIB departments.

• Provide support for MIB IT regarding server development, operations, and ad-hoc technical requests.

• Create cartographic products using GIS software while maintaining a high level of map consistency and attention to detail.

• Using best practices, and GIS standards, to refine, manage, and continuously develop the central GIS data repository.

• Perform spatial analysis (e.g. 3d modelling, data aggregation, statistical analysis). • Coordinate and respond to MIB administration wide requests for digital and paper

mapping products and provide end-user support on spatial and technical matters. • Coordinate the tasks of the GIS Technician, including ad-hoc map requests and

geographic data editing, and capture. • Research, acquire, and interpret historical maps and aerial photos to support TLR

and other MIB related functions. • Coordinate job tasks of the Geographic Historical Researcher, including research

direction, data entry, and provide infrastructure to store and access research products.

• Remain current on job specific knowledge by attending training courses and professional organizational meetings and reading job-related professional journals/publications.

• Maintain equipment used in creating and revising of data and maps such as a large format scanner/plotter, GPS handheld, and other GIS related equipment. Provides support as required to: o IT support functions o Negotiating, purchase, and disposal of office equipment, supplies and service

contracts o Project management for special projects (i.e. dividend and distribution, RFP

processes) Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography or Natural Resource Sciences, or a degree in another field with a Technical College Certificate in Geographic Information Systems. A Master’s degree is an asset.

• 2 – 4 years’ experience; preference given to candidates with senior level GIS experience in management, application development, and delivery of training sessions.

• Experience in GIS programming, modeling, and relational database is required. • Experience managing and deploying IT / web infrastructure. • Experience and proficiency with GIS, GPS, and database software and concepts. • Experience managing Linux (LAMP) systems and using a Windows server environment. • Preference given to candidates with experience in Open Source technologies, image

processing, GPS field inventory, database creation and maintenance, cartographic design, graphic design, and production.

Technical Skills: • Extensive knowledge of a variety of vendor specific GIS software programs, particularly

open source applications (e.g. QGIS, PostGIS, MapGuide, TileMill, Mapnik) and ESRI software (ArcGIS Basic, Spatial Analyst).

• Experience reading and programming with one or more of the following for GIS and/or web applications: PHP, Python, XML, HTML/CSS, Java, and Javascript

• Experience working with the following databases: PostgreSQL/PostGIS and MySQL. • Experience managing and developing in Linux (LAMP) and Windows Server IT

environments. • Experience working with a variety of spatial data formats, projection systems and

metadata, and an ability to QA/QC the integrity of GIS datasets and metadata. • Knowledge and skills working with raster data (scanned documents, aerial imagery and

Digital Elevation Models).

Personal Skills: • Experience working in a First Nations community is strong asset; an understanding of

First Nations issues in BC, including resource access, social justice, and current First Nations legal issues is preferred.

• Experience managing in a goal oriented, team environment. • The ability to communicate complex ideas to a variety of individuals with differing

technical backgrounds. • Strong analytical and problem solving skills. • Ability to take direction, interpret instructions, and work independently. • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. • Organized, detail-oriented, and innovative problem solver.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment. • Valid Driver’s License • Successful Criminal Record Check

Please email cover letter and resume to: [email protected] and reference “GIS Analyst_last name, first name” on the subject line






Job Posting

Infant/Toddler Childcare Worker Regular Full-Time permanent

(potential extension upon program funding approval) The Musqueam people have lived in our present location for thousands of years. Our traditional territory once occupied much of what is now Vancouver and surrounding areas. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Grass, the name of the grass is məθkʷəy. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam) - People of the River Grass. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of Musqueam territory, our community maintains strong cultural and traditional beliefs. Today our population flourishes and we are a strong community of over thousand members. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca The Infant/Toddler Child Care Worker provides a safe, stimulating environment for young children, and conducts individual and group activities to encourage learning and develop social interaction skills. Prepares and/or serves children's meals. Maintains appropriate records of attendance and activities. Ensures the children’s hygiene, welfare and safety. As part of the Child Care Centre team, works with the other staff to develop and plan the program activities. Maintains a positive work environment and attitude with children, parents and other Child Care staff. Responsibilities

• Program planning and preparation work prior to daily activities (e.g. Field trips and themes of the month)

• Plans and organizes traditional First Nations activities • Plans, organizes and leads daily activities designed to stimulate the intellectual,

physical and emotional growth of the children • Encourages cooperation and participation of all children; strives to create a happy,

caring, creative and respectful environment • Encourages open communication with parents concerning the needs, progress and

problems of their children • Maintains constant supervision of all indoor and outdoor activities • Prepares snacks that meet the standards of the Canada Food Guide, and cleans up

after meals • Changes diapers, as needed • Maintains children’s attendance records • Implements proper safety and hygiene practices, reports any unsafe or faulty

equipment to the Child Care Supervisor


• Participates in training and development sessions, attends staff meetings • Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications & Education:

• Skill and knowledge usually attained by successful completion of Secondary School, an Early Childhood Educator certificate, and Infant/Toddler certificate (as needed), preferred 1-2 years’ experience in a Child Care setting; or an equivalent combination of skill, knowledge and experience

• Good interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to build strong, positive relationship with parents, children and other staff • Punctual and reliable • Flexible, committed and enthusiastic •

Licenses & Certificates: • Early Childhood Education license • Infant/Toddler license (preferred) • Special Needs license is an asset • Valid Basic First Aid Ticket • Food Safe certificate is an asset (or is willing to take) • Must have a clean Criminal Records Check • Must undergo regular physical and TB medical examinations

Working Conditions:

• Work is mostly performed in a child care setting • Attendance for off-site field trips will be required

Please email cover letter and resume to: [email protected] and reference “Infant/Toddler Childcare Worker” on the subject line






6735 Salish Drive


Telephone: 604 263-3261

Job Posting

Learning Facilitator Full Time Temporary (13-month Term) Position

35 hours/week




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Musqueam Indian Band (Musqueam) is seeking a Learning Facilitator. This position will be responsible for

facilitating the success of Aboriginal learners. The Learning Facilitator will establish networks of support with

learners, parents and Elders to provide students with a sense of purpose, place and identity. This position also

enhances, plans and provides students with direct support services. The role is a full-time temporary position to

fill a Leave of Absence position with a 13-month duration.

Key Responsibilities Coordinate and participate in Committee network planning with Elders, parents, student leaders and post-

secondary institution Aboriginal Coordinators

Plan extra-curricular activities and social inclusion learning projects that support student learning Work in partnership with Aboriginal Coordinators to develop Learning Facilitator resources and increase

Aboriginal student support Network with schools and communities through site visits and presentations Propose and implement recommendations on funding partnerships, training and opportunities to leverage

community support Develop handbooks for learners and parents Conducts research on career path planning and occupational market trends Inform Committee Elders of Aboriginal learner career plans Create Learner Recognition motivation program to encourage student engagement and career path planning Liaise with faculty and staff to enhance teacher relations with Aboriginal learners Tutor and provide basic support to students in the MIB Adult Basic Education Program Performs related duties as required


Qualification and Skills Bachelor’s Degree in Education or an equivalent combination of education and learning facilitator experience

is preferred

Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Exemplary oral and written communication skills

Excellent administrative and organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and independently

Self-motivated individual with strong attention to detail

Proven ability to meet deadlines and complete deliverables

Familiarity and knowledge MS Office software

Ability to work flexible hours as required

Knowledge and experience of Musqueam or First Nations culture and history is a strong asset

Working Conditions Work is performed in an office environment and occasionally in the community

Valid Driver’s License is required

Successful Criminal Record Check


and reference “Learning Facilitator” in the subject line.





MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND 6735 Salish Drive Vancouver, B.C. V6N 4C4 Telephone: 604 263-3261 Fax: 604 263-4212

JOB POSTING Mentors

(Employment & Training Program) Employment & Training is undertaking an exciting new project – the Skills Partnership Fund – and is hiring Mentors to support the project activities. These positions will be on-call, working from 5 – 25 hours/week, and may be up to 40 hours per week, depending on program/client activities and demands. Position Summary: Mentors are vital to the Musqueam Skills Partnership Fund (SPF) project and will serve as advisors, educators, role models and leaders giving back to participants in the Musqueam community, and contributing knowledge and skills through the sharing their professional and personal experiences (e.g. carpentry, piping, electrical, office administration, tourism/hospitality, archaeology, environmental monitoring) with multi-barrier client group. Our mentors are to build strong and stable mentoring relationships through trusting, respectful, honest and genuine relationships. These relationships are created to support the personal and professional growth and development of achieving individuals and assisting them to achieve their career goals. The primary functions of our mentors are to build a strong mentor relationship through listening, guidance, advice, teaching, and professional support. Duties:

1. Provide one-on-one mentoring to clients via face-to-face, telephone and email meetings.

2. Meet with the client on a regular basis as per an agreed schedule, to review program progress and plan future activities, including areas for improvement.

3. Assist the client in setting developmental goals and plans to achieve them 4. Discuss work related concerns impeding performance or career growth 5. Share organizational knowledge gained from personal experience 6. Provide objective honest feedback 7. Attend mentor training program to learn mentoring and communication standards. 8. Work with the Mentor Coordinator and the Job Coach to ensure the participants are

working on Development Plan activities and goals and what they can expect on the job. Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the English language with verbal and written skills at a level usually associated with Secondary School completion, and a business program certificate, counseling degree or economic development training; or an equivalent combination of skill, knowledge, and experience.

• Foster Care and Big Brother experience

• Knowledge and understanding of Residential School Syndrome • Able to demonstrate a clear and solid understanding of a specific topic, subject, or area

that can assist the personal and professional growth and development of the project participants.

• Able to work independently, with minimal direction and oversight. Strong organizational skills and punctuality to scheduled meetings with project participants. Proficiency required using Microsoft products, the Internet, and email.

• Superior communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with individuals and groups. Demonstrates a high level of ease and professionalism to work with a diverse group of management-level and executive-level business professionals.

• Previous experience with First Nations organizations preferred. • Cultural competency and knowledge of the MIB’s cultural traditions is preferred • Knowledge of the local labour market, resource agencies, education and training

institutions that may be accessible to project participants • Ability to maintain confidentiality. • Ability to drive and provide a licensed vehicle for work purposes.

Licenses:

• Valid BC Driver’s License • Successful criminal background check

Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Mentor Coordinator

Please apply by emailing a cover letter and resume to Musqueam Indian Band to [email protected]

Please write “Mentors” on the subject line.

Applicants of Musqueam and/or Aboriginal ancestry are encouraged to apply. Posting will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those short-listed will be contacted.


Education Department:

Faye Mitchell, Education Manager,

Debbie Point, Education Assistant,

Cary Campbell, School Bus Driver,

Sydney Peters, School Bus Supervisor

Ph. # 604 - 263 - 3261 Fax # 604 - 263– 4212

Musqueam Education Notice Friday November 30, 2018 Answer to last weeks riddle: Johnny

This week:

Some months have 30 days, and some months have 31 days.

How many have 28?

UBC Scholarships

Key Date

Dec. 1/18 Early Application deadline & Presidential Scholars

Award (PSA) - Apply for admission by Dec. 1 to be automatically

considered for a first round offer of admission and a Presidential

Scholars Award. 18 Aboriginal students received a PSA for Septem-

ber 2018.

Dec. 1/18 Centennial Scholars Entrance Award (CSEA) For students

with financial need. Apply for admission and this award (separate

application required) by Dec. 1st. A minimum of $ 100,000 is avail-

able for Aboriginal students ($25,000 renewable over 4 years). For

2018, 17 Aboriginal students received renewable awards in this

category.

Quote of the day: ―“In learning you will teach, and in teaching you will learn.” ― Phil Collins

Featured Career: Education Assistant

An Educational Assistant, or, EA for short, is someone who assists students

and the teacher in a classroom.

Broken down further, this group can be separated into Teacher Assistant and

Special Education Assistant.

Teacher Assistant

A Teacher Assistant will provide general assistance to the classroom teacher,

program, or students. Their duties can vary greatly.

Roles and titles within this group can include: Teacher Assistant, Supervision

Aide, Library Aide, Science Aide, Aboriginal Aide, Youth Care Worker, etc.

Certification and Qualifications: Each School District varies, but high school

graduation and additional specialized training may be required.

Salary depends on the exact title/role of a TA, but the average is: $21.99/hr

The Elementary

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on Tuesday’s 3:30-

5:30 in the Library

Space. Bring your

homework and join

us for snacks and

fun!!

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are

25 days

until Christmas

2018!

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Please review the Application Guidelines Document for each Program to confirm

your eligibility.

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Musqueam Health Department Newsletter November 30, 2018

Community Health Program Crystal Point, RN, CHN

Pre- and Post-Natal Group Are you pregnant or have you recently had a baby? The Musqueam Health Department offers some valuable incentives to pre-natal and post-natal Mothers who live on reserve:

From the onset of pregnancy until 3 months postpartum we offer weekly $25.00 Save on Foods Gift cards for nutritious foods such as – milk, eggs, cheese, fruits & vegetables. Nursing pads, one box per week as needed A one-time gift of an Electric Breast pump. One per family Welcome gift for your new baby If you are pregnant, please sign up by calling Crystal Point, in the Health Dept.

Pre- and Post-Natal Group: Tuesdays noon-2 PM, Youth Centre Please join us Tuesdays at 12 noon in the Youth Centre for an informal drop-in group (partners welcome!). Lunch is provided. Please call ARLENE to pick up your vouchers. Crystal Point, RN, CHN Hours: 9-4 | Tuesdays 9-3 Email: Crystal Point ([email protected]) Ph: 604-269-3313

Your New Baby and First Nations Health Benefits Coverage For information on how to register your baby with First Nations Health please call Ashlee or Candice in the Health Department, we can assist with the online registration. You’ll need to bring in baby’s status card and birth certificate.

UBC Active Kids Multi-Sport Active Kids Multisport/Playtime/Mini-Sports & Games (1.5 – 5 YRS) Date & Times: Mondays, 4:30pm-5:30pm from October 15 - December 3

LOCATION: the back half of the Gymnasium floor with the divider down.

1.5-3yrs class. This fun and high energy class, will introduce your child to agility, balance, coordination, and basic movement skills including running, jumping, kicking, throwing, and catching through a variety of sports and games. *A parent or guardian is required to participate if child is between 1.5 – 3 years.

4-5yrs class will introduce your preschooler to basic sport specific skills and reinforce movement skills including running, jumping, kicking, throwing, and catching. Trained instructors will use a variety of sports and games. *Parents do not participate in this class.

For regular attendance: o Snacks will be provided at 4:30pm, with classes to start w the coaches at 4:45pm o Each week your child will have his/her name entered into our Draw (Toy Store Gift Card) o Parents also have a chance to win ($100 Gift Card for groceries) o The more you & your child attend, the better chances you have at winning each prize!

Crystal Point, CHN, [email protected]; Phone: 604.269.3313 or Arlene Haldane, Nurse Assist, [email protected]; 604-269-3354

This program has been developed in collaboration with Musqueam Recreation, Musqueam Health Department and UBC Active Kids.





Musqueam Home & Community Care Program Home Care Nurse: Romeo Cosio, RN

The Home Care Program is available to our community members to assist with hospital discharges, home care aides, and all medical supplies & equipment. Home care services & medical equipment require a note from your doctor with your needs specified. Home Care Office Phone: 604-263-6539

Home Care Clients: If you will not be home during your scheduled hours - please contact the Nurse Assistant, Arlene Haldane – 604 269 3354 or 604 655 0580.

Romeo’s Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday Thursday & Friday from 8:30-5:30 Tuesdays - Off Phone: 604-269-3463 or email: [email protected] or [email protected]

The Arjo Tub Program: Is available at the Elder’s Centre between 7-9am Mon.-Fri. Please provide a doctor’s order for the use of the Arjo tub; describing your condition, and how often you are advised to use the tub per week. Please call the Nurse Assistant for an appointment @ 604 655 0580.

**Please note, the home care nurse may be on a house call so please leave a message.

*For Emergencies Call 911 right away! *

Chronic Disease Management Program (CDMP) Merv Kelly

Do you want to exercise but don’t know what’s best for you? I am available to assist all ages and levels of fitness for all

community members, call me or drop by my office. We also offer assistance with health information about Diabetes,

high blood pressure, arthritis, etc., and how to help manage these.

Please provide a doctor’s note for clearance to workout with Merv for strength training.

Hours – Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Merv Kelly | Chronic Disease Management Facilitator |604-263-3261 – Extension 3455 |Email: [email protected]





Musqueam National Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program Brad Morin & Chrystal Sparrow

Program Hours Brad & Chrystal are our NNADAP workers and here to offer one to one counselling, treatment referrals, outpatient resources, information and support in relation to drug and alcohol use. Chrystal offers Focusing-Oriented Therapy and currently practicing Expressive Art Therapy as a practicum. If you have questions or interested please contact Chrystal Sparrow, NNADAP counsellor.

DROP-IN at the NNADAP Office 2nd floor of community centre or CALL to make an appointment: 604-269-3454

Brad’s hours are: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday evenings 6:00 - 9:00 pm & Saturdays & Sundays 1:00 - 5:00 pm Brad’s Cell: 604 652 1368 Email: Brad Morin [email protected]

Coffee with Brad, NNADAP Counsellor, in cafeteria, Friday’s, 6:00-7:00pm info and chat about substance abuse

Chrystal’s hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:30 – 4:30 and Thursdays & Fridays from 10 – 6 pm

Phone: 604-269-3454 email: [email protected]

*Please note: Cyndi Bell our NNADAP worker is away until further notice.

Art Therapy for Children, Youth & Adults Janice Carroll

I am available for Counselling Adults, on Monday’s from 9am-2pm. The sessions are one hour, once a week, for Musqueam community members. Counselling for children & youth Tuesday to Friday. For more information, please call Janice Carroll. My office is located in the Health Department at the community centre. Ph: 604-269-3453, | Email: [email protected] .





Clinic Hours are as follows:

Monday Dec.3

Tuesday Dec.4

Wednesday Dec.5

Thursday Dec.6

Friday Dec.7

Karen Chandra, NP Clinic hours 9:30-3:30

Dr.Dumont, GP Clinic hours:

9:30-4pm




Clinic closed 12:00 – 1:00pm for lunch

Due to the success of the clinic, we can no longer accommodate drop in appointments. However, we will do our best adding you onto a cancellation list daily with a phone call. Call to book an appointment 604.266.0043 or email [email protected]

MUSQUEAM PRIMARY CARE CLINIC

PRIMARY CARE FAMILY PHYSICIAN – Tuesday 9:30am – 4:00pm

Welcoming all Musqueam Community members; including infants and children; pregnant women; youth; adults and elders. Come and join our wonderful Musqueam Primary Care clinic and become a regular patient! Our team meets the highest standards necessary to provide you with safe and confidential health care.

PRIMARY CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER – Monday, Wednesday - Friday 9:30am – 3:30pm

Services provided daily are:

• Check-ups (PAP, STI, Baby growth checks) and assessments • diagnosis and prescriptions • testing (X-rays, ultrasounds and blood work) • birth control options • chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, C.O.P.D and lung disease) • immunizations, tetanus shots,

For an appointment please contact 604. 266. 0043

MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT Mackenzie Gomez-

Monday, Wednesday – Friday 9:30am – 3:30pm and Tueday 9:30am-4pm

(closed 12:00 – 1:00pm for lunch)

Location: Musqueam Elders Centre, 4010 Si Lu Drive, Vancouver BC V6N 4K7



Safe Drinking Water Monitoring Program Charlene Campbell-Wood

SAFE DRINKING WATER

OUR MISSION

We will educate the leaders of today and tomorrow about drinking water quality issues to realize our goal of safe drinking water being available to every Canadian.

OUR PROGRAMS

Operation Water Drop, Operation Water Pollution, and Operation Water Biology kits enable students to conduct authentic water quality analyses on their own local drinking water and other water samples. Students then compare their results to Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. Additionally, students are supported and encouraged in taking action in order to share information with others and to alleviate drinking water quality issues. Our Operation Water Flow, Operation Water Health, Operation Community Water Footprint and Operation Water Spirit programs are all available free of charge on this website.

Elder’s Centre Brenda Campbell Ph: 604-263-6312

The next Elder’s Christmas Dinner is

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Time: 12noon at the Elder’s Centre



Fitst Nations House of Learning RECREATION

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Upcoming activities include: ice skating

climbing, Christmas crafting & more.

Join us every Wednesday from

6-8pm for dinner and fun

MYP is open to all community members over 13 and meets in the Youth Centre

Upcoming dates:

Dec. 5 Dec. 19

Dec. 12

Knitting Beginner Class

Addie Dan

Karen Dan

Raelynn Dan

Sandra Dan

Dona Grant

Debbie Grant

Raylene Louis

Victoria Louise

Deanna Point

Lisa Point

Mavis Sam

Kim Stogan

Advance Knitting Class

Lenora August

Lorne August

Brenda Campbell

Helen Callbreath

Cecilia Grant

Joyce Lindred

Louise Point

Ruth Point

Ronette Stogan

Wanda Stogan

Denise Brown

Sandra Guerin

Gail Point

Nora Stogan

Monday December 10, 2018 Place: Cultural Centre

MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND

Knitting Workshops

Parenting Information

Parenting Skills

Life Skills

Safety Planning Sup-

port

Self-care & Wellness

Planning

Finding child care and

filling out subsidy appli-cations

Housing Search &

applications

Supervised Visits

Attend Meeting were

support is needed

Helping fill out Old age

Pension forms

Support Letter’s

Community is invited to witness

the knitting class Gala Dinner

Fami ly Out reach Offer ’s Help In

Calling on all family and friends to

attend the Knitting Gala

Dinner

See you all there!

Gala Dinner Monday Dec 10,

2018

Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Place : Cultural Centre

COMMUNITY SERVICES GROUP Cultural Services

November 22, 2018 JOB OPPORTUNITY Musqueam Community Engagement Coordinator for the Creative City Strategy The City of Vancouver is developing a Creative City Strategy (CCS) – a new, comprehensive plan for arts, culture and creativity that will guide future priorities, efforts and investments. As part of engagement with Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, the City would like to work with a Community Engagement Coordinator from each First Nation. The Community Engagement Coordinator will work with Kamala Todd, Indigenous Arts and Culture Planner, and with other City staff to help build relationships and generate meaningful Musqueam input and involvement in the CCS. While this work is specific to the CCS process, it is part of the larger goals of building relationships between the host Nations and Cultural Services more generally, and finding ways for the host Nations to be more directly involved in arts and culture decision-making and place-making in their territories. Key areas of work: —learn the basic context/background of the Creative City Strategy (background reading, meetings with CCS staff, etc.) —create an engagement approach/plan for the CCS that works for the Nation —reach out to artists and cultural practitioners of various ages with diverse skills and experience levels to get their input —arrange meetings, interviews, info sessions, etc. as appropriate for their community to generate input and ideas/concerns/aspirations from their community around: —how their community likes to approach arts, culture and creative work —including personal/community art practises + arts administration —guiding principles, teachings, etc. around how arts and culture should be done in their territories —strategies, priorities, and major projects in relation to arts, culture and creative industries —feedback and ideas for the Creative City Strategy

—artists’ own practise and concerns with arts and culture in Vancouver —summarize key issues + ideas around the CSS and working with the City on arts + culture —present findings back to their community for feedback/approvals —summarize key recommendations for the CCS and key priority areas, which Kamala can put together with all of the Nations’ engagement findings for inclusion in the plan —assist with planning the MST plenary for the CCS Symposium in Jan/Feb and their community’s involvement with welcoming and guiding shape/format of the day Budget: $8500 flat rate from December 2018 – July 2019. Estimated number of hours: 300 total (40/month). $1500 for food and honoraria for Elders/knowledge holders at gatherings. Please send resume and cover letter to: Kamala Todd [email protected] by December 7. Questions can be directed to Kamala at this email.


Aboriginal Crafts,

Gifts, handmade

jewelry, & more

Musqueam

Community Centre

6777 Salish Drive,

Vancouver

Join us

For the

3rd Annual

Musqueam

Holiday

Craft

Fair

Saturday Dec. 8th &

Sunday Dec. 9th, 2019

10:00 am—4:00 pm

To register please contact Shevonne

[email protected] or 604-366-8030

Entry by donation: partial event proceeds will go to Musqueam Youth Group

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MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND DECEMBER 1, 2018

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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP NEWSLETTER

VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2

VISION cɬhi:yɑyəstəl ct tə ɬniməɬ xʷməθkʷəyəm k s xɑʔɬəmət ct tə sʔɑ:nɬ təməxʷ. stəʔe ʔə tθeʔ wə ɬəqəlləxʷəs ʔɑl kʷθə mis yəʔeyəqtɑlxʷ wə scəkʷəlɑməxəs kʷθə nəxʷskʷəyχθət. nəʔeməstəxʷ ct ceʔ kʷθə sʔɑ:nɬ syəθ ʔiʔ ƛəw hɑʔkʷəx tə snəweyəɬ k s xɑʔɬəmət ct kʷθə mək wet ʔiʔ kʷθə məkʷ stem. “We, the Musqueam, will work together to take care of our territory so the following generations will know how to be self-reliant. We will remember our own history and as well, use our traditional teachings to take care of everyone and everything on this earth”.

IN THIS ISSUE… Department Updates Pages 2-3 Traditional Harvest: Out of the Bog - Cranberries Pages 3-5 Winter Safety Tips Pages 5-6 Winter Events Around Vancouver Pages 6-7 Contact Us Page 8


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DEPARTMENT UPDATES

The Environmental Stewardship Department has been busy lately! We’d like to take this opportunity to share some of our recent accomplishments with you and to give you a quick update on our department. First and foremost, we would like to express our heartfelt congratulations to our Environmental Analysts Mark Guerin and Zoë Craig-Sparrow on receiving their Bachelor Degrees from the University of British Columbia. As of September 1st, there was a restructuring in the Administration and the Fisheries and the Environmental Stewardship Department are now combined into one Service Group: The Natural Resources Service Group. We are excited and honoured to be joining forces to best serve the needs of the land, waters and fish of the Musqueam people. As you know from our last issue, we recently acquired a new landing craft for the Natural Resources Service Group now named qʷənəs. qʷənəs is a hənqəminəm word meaning ‘whale’ that we have borrowed for our vessel. qʷənəs will help keep our Environmental Monitors and Aboriginal Fisheries Officers safe while patrolling, performing testing and research, responding to emergencies, conducting cumulative effects monitoring, and overall environmental protection. qʷənəs will be moored at Deckside Marina, but is currently located in the Fisheries Compound until registration is complete if you want to check it out. Another exciting addition is our department truck that we purchased in October which will ensure we are able to transport monitors not only by water on qʷənəs but also on land!

We are also working on expanding our capacity as a department and have hired a Manager and are in the process of hiring a Coordinator and Technician. Yeganeh Asadian started the department in April 2017 as the Coordinator and has since evolved to secure the role of Manager. We are honoured and excited to have her leading our team. We are continuing to expand our department and are looking to hire more Environmental Monitors and Analysts in the future – so keep an eye on Musqueam job postings if you are interested. Also keep an eye out for our upcoming Elders, Youth and the Environment (EYE) Committee which we are in the process of developing. We will be putting a call out for members to join in the next few weeks! Also in the next coming days we will be releasing a video that showcases the work that is done in the Natural Resources Service Group, keep a look out on our social media pages (Facebook: Enviro Stewardship and Instagram: @envirostew) for a sneak-peak before it’s available on the Musqueam website. Looking forward, the Environmental Stewardship Department is working on various research projects and ventures that will help Musqueam expand our knowledge base and inform us both on the conditions


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of the Fraser River Transition Area and about the best ways to mitigate and remediate negative environmental impacts.

TRADITIONAL HARVEST: OUT OF THE BOG - CRANBERRIES

“The old people spoke of a small lake called xʷməmqʷe:m (Camosun Bog) where the sʔi:ɬqəy (double-headed serpent) originated. They were warned as youth to be cautious and not go near or they would surely die. This sʔi:ɬqəy was so massive its winding path from the lake to the stɑləw (river) became the creek flowing through Musqueam to this day. Everything the serpent passed over died and from its droppings bloomed a new plant, the məθkʷəy. For this reason, the people of long ago named that place xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam – place of the məθkʷəy)”

Brent Sparrow Jr. - dedication of sʔi:ɬqəy qeqən (double-headed serpent post) at UBC Vancouver Campus, April 6, 2018.

One of the other residents of xʷməmqʷe:m proved a valued resource for Musqueam’s traditional harvesters - the bog cranberry, qʷəmcɑ s (Vaccinium oxycoccos). While the small pinkish berries were somewhat sour, they were stored and used to mix with other foods to add a unique flavour to the winter diet.


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Bog Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos) “Crane Berry” The English name “cranberry” comes from the phrase “Crane Berry” comparing the flower and developing berry to the head and neck of a crane. A cousin of the blueberry, the cranberry followed a different evolutionary path during the Ice Ages, adapting to acidic watery conditions like those of peat bogs. Where the blueberry became sweet to attract birds to disperse its seeds, the cranberry developed a little air pocket that allowed the ripe berries to float away and spread the plant over a wider range. It was this little air pocket that allowed the domestic cranberry to become such a major crop. Flooding the fields, the berries are easily harvested by skimming the water. 800 million pounds of cranberries are commercially harvested each year in North America for the commercial market using this technique. Traditionally, most cranberries were harvested either by hand picking or skimming local areas, like Camosun, when the heavy winter rains caused it to start flooding. Although there are very few recorded uses by Coast Salish peoples of the fruit outside the Fraser valley, it was known to be frequently used and liked by many Lower Mainland and Island peoples, as well as neighboring groups, such as the Nuu-chah-nulth. The berries were stored dried, mixed with grease or sealed in water-filled bentwood boxes. One particularly loved dish was cranberries cooked and mixed or mushed in seal grease. Cranberries were also traded with the Interior Salish, who used them in making pemmican. Cranberries are high in Vitamin C and aided in preventing vitamin deficiency diseases (e.g. scurvy) and thus in early times, they became a valued trade good with colonizers. In addition to the Bog Cranberry, other local species share the name, including the native Highbush Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum), an unrelated shrub with edible fruit that grows in well-drained soil along forest and stream edges, and the introduced species, the American Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) brought from the Eastern US and Canada as an industrially cultivated species. Another introduced and farmed species is the closely-related Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) found in the arctic throughout Eurasia and North America. At present, local harvest of bog cranberries is not possible, due to the destruction of local peat bogs through development and drainage projects. However, it’s close cousin, the American Cranberry is available in stores and the similar tasting Highbush Cranberry are common plants for those who wish to gather their own berries, which can be used the same as true cranberries.


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Important! Always make sure of your identification of any wild plant before eating it! Also, traditional practice was only to harvest ¼ or less of a wild stand of plant, in order to allow it to reproduce successfully and keep growing.

Cranberry Harvest Relish

2 ¼ Cups fresh (or frozen) cranberries or Highbush Cranberries, rinsed and drained

1 cup diced Pacific Crabapple or Granny Smith Apples

1 cup sugar or honey

Peel of 1 small organic orange, grated

Peel of 1 small organic lemon, grated

½ teaspoon Pumpkin Pie spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, mace, cloves) Optional:

¼ cup raisins

¼ teaspoon ginger

1 handful of walnut pieces

Bring 1-cup of water to a boil, adding in a small pinch of salt. If you want, the juice from both the orange and lemon may be included with the water measure. When the water begins to boil, add the cranberries, sugar/honey, raisins, spices, apples, grated peels, and walnuts. Bring cranberries to a full boil until they begin to pop, then reduce to a simmer, stirring frequently to make sure it does not scorch. Simmer until berries have ceased popping (approx. 6-10 minutes). Be sure not to splash yourself as the sticky hot fluid can burn! Makes 3-4 cups, depending on add-ins. Pour into a large serving dish to cool or can in sterilized hot jars immediately.

WINTER SAFETY TIPS

With winter quickly approaching and the weather taking a turn, please take some time to review the safety tips we have put together for this season! 1. Check the weather conditions

The winter weather in BC can be unpredictable, so make sure that you check the weather forecast before you leave the house to check for any storms, snow or cold weather. This is especially important before a road trip! You can also check out the Drive BC website to see live footage of highways and roads around the province at http://images.drivebc.ca/bchighwaycam/.

2. Drive safely in the winter

Remember to warm up your vehicle before driving to ensure that there is no ice or condensation blocking your sight. This can take 5-10 minutes on cold days so plan accordingly! It is also helpful to have a snow brush and ice scraper in your trunk for those days where it’s extra icy or snowy.

3. Safely shovel your sidewalk and/or driveway

It is important to shovel your driveway and sidewalk to ensure it is clear of snow so that you, your family, and your community can walk and drive safely. Before you shovel, make sure that you are

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wearing good footwear and are dressed warmly. It is also a good idea to stretch before going out to prevent back and muscle injuries. Please check in with any elders in your family or elders who may live nearby to see if they need help shoveling or salting.

4. Stock up on salt and sand or cat litter

In the case that we have a cold winter, it is a good idea to have some salt and sand or cat litter to make any ice less slippery. This is important to help prevent people from slipping and falling on ice and to give your car more traction. Stores can run out of these supplies quickly so it’s a good idea to get them in advance.

5. Keep your hands out and ready

Keeping your hands out of your pockets and free while you walk can help prevent injury in case you fall. Icy sidewalks are very slippery and your hands can help break your fall -- so try to keep your hands free and ready in the case of an accident. Having your hands out actually also helps you keep your balance and can help you avoid falling in the first place.

6. Keep an emergency kit in your car

It’s a good idea to keep an emergency safety kit in the car with you when you travel in the winter as poor road conditions and accidents can arise and leave you isolated. This is important to have all year round, but especially in the winter. You should keep it stocked with essentials like food, water, blankets, a flashlight, cat litter or sand, a first aid kit, a battery operated radio, and matches.

We hope you have a safe and healthy winter!

WINTER EVENTS AROUND VANCOUVER

Vancouver Christmas Tree Lighting, November 30th From 6 to 7 pm outside the Vancouver Art Gallery at 750 Hornby Street. This year’s giant tree towers 76-feet tall. Vancouver’s tree will be lit on Friday, November 30th at Robson Square. There will also be live entertainment, music, free cookies and hot chocolate. And of course, Santa and his elves will be there too. Christmas at Steveston Cannery, December 1st - 31st The Steveston Festival of Trees is a Christmas event at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site in Richmond‘s Steveston Village in December. The Steveston Festival of Trees isn’t an attraction all on its own; rather, it’s a nice bonus when visiting the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Historic Site. The event runs from December 1st to 31st every day except for Christmas Day and Boxing Day from 10 am to 5 pm (although until just 2 pm on December 24th and 31st). Wesbrook Village Winter Festival, December 1st & 2nd For the first time ever, the Wesbrook Village Winter Festival will span two days for double the festivities. This year, they’re partnering with Etsy Vancouver to bring their Winter Craft Market to the Wesbrook Community Centre. Don’t miss all you can do, see, and sing. The Wesbrook Village Winter Festival is as


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packed as the goodies on Santa’s sleigh - AND it’s all free! For a detailed list of events visit: http://www.discoverwesbrook.com/posts/wesbrook-village-holiday-celebration-2018#.W7UFnmhKi70 Visualizing Your Narrative: Storyboarding Workshop at the MOA, December 8th Express yourself, your history and your connection to the land through storyboarding in this hands-on workshop, led by Haida artist SGidGang.xaal, Shoshannah Greene. This is a unique opportunity to storyboard your own life story while considering diverse examples of visualization practices featured in MOA’s current exhibitions. Learn firsthand about Shoshannah’s artistic practice and gain new skills in storytelling through visualization. This event does require you to register in advance, seats are $25 for Indigenous Peoples, Members, UBC Students, Staff, and Faculty ($40 for anyone not falling into one of these categories). Register here: https://tickets.ubc.ca/online/seatSelect.asp?BOset::WSmap::seatmap::performance_ids=85F1E3ED-E89E-4C8D-BA8F-CB5BD1007B96 Kids Wreath Workshop at the UBC Botanical Garden, December 8th 9:30am - 12 pm *Note: if this workshop reaches capacity a second workshop will be offered from 1:00 - 3:30 pm. This festive workshop is designed for children ages 6-12 to learn how to make their own festive wreaths using plant materials from the Garden. The 2.5-hour workshop will guide children to build a wreath for your door or table. Also included in the workshop is a walking tour in the Garden, highlighting the plants featured in our wreaths. Additional wreaths are for sale at our Shop in the Garden during the holiday season. Registration is required and is $40 per child. To register and for information please go to the UBC Botanical Website: https://botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/news-events/events-activities/kids-wreath-workshop-2018-morning/ Vancouver New Year’s Fireworks On New Year’s Eve each year there are two sets of firework displays taking off from a barge in the water off Canada Place and the Vancouver Convention Centre. A 5-minute mini-version suitable for families with young folk and early bedtimes blasts off at 9 pm. The main pyrotechnics light up the sky at midnight and last for about 12 minutes. Robson Square Skating December 1st - February 14th Free ice skating takes place from December until February on the outdoor ice rink at Vancouver’s Robson Square at the corner of Robson and Howe Street. The skating is free when you use your own skates or you can rent a pair for a reasonable fee ($5 per pair), payment is cash only. Bill Reid Gallery, January 4th Free admission at the Bill Reid First Nation’s art gallery between 2 & 5pm. Family Day, February 18th

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