November 2016, ISSUE 67

SPLATSIN COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS New Staff Introductions ................................................................................................................................ 4

Education .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Shihiya School ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Splatsin Stsmamlt Services ........................................................................................................................ 4

Employment Coordinator ......................................................................................................................... 5

Royal Canadian Mounted Police – New Constable Introduction .............................................................. 6

Announcements ............................................................................................................................................ 6 Happy Birthday Wishes ............................................................................................................................. 6

Emergency Contact for Staff ..................................................................................................................... 7

Congratulations To Ethan Joe ................................................................................................................... 8

Winter Holiday Closure ............................................................................................................................. 9

Medical Patient Transportation Christmas Closure ................................................................................ 10

Health Related Emergency Numbers ...................................................................................................... 11

Willie Thomas’ Family Grave Marker Raffle ........................................................................................... 12

Events .......................................................................................................................................................... 13 City of Enderby Christmas Party ............................................................................................................. 13

Pancakes and Politics .............................................................................................................................. 14

Workshop – How to Skin a Beaver .......................................................................................................... 15

Turkey Voucher ....................................................................................................................................... 16

Splatsin Teaching Centre Fundraiser ...................................................................................................... 17

Employment Opportunity – Splatsin Teaching Centre ............................................................................... 18 Health .......................................................................................................................................................... 19

The Red Road to Wellbriety Meetings .................................................................................................... 19

Foot Care Clinic ....................................................................................................................................... 19

Splatsin Prenatal Program ...................................................................................................................... 19

Girl Power Group ........................................................................................................................................ 20 Traditional Parenting .................................................................................................................................. 21 Childrens Oral Health Iniative (COHI) ......................................................................................................... 22

Science of Tooth Decay ........................................................................................................................... 22

How to Remove Bacteria ........................................................................................................................ 23

Public Works ............................................................................................................................................... 24 Administration Business ............................................................................................................................. 26

Dates to Remember ................................................................................................................................ 26

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Membership Hours ................................................................................................................................. 27

Meeting Notice ........................................................................................................................................... 28 Thank you .................................................................................................................................................... 29 Make a Complaint Against the RCMP ......................................................................................................... 30

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NEW STAFF INTRODUCTIONS

EDUCATION

My name is Lisa Geary and I am the Education Assistant at

Splatsin. I am currently covering for Nerissa Joseph. I was

born in New Westminster BC, and raised in Kamloops. I

have one younger brother named Derek and two wonderful

parents. I love the outdoors, nature, traveling, meeting

people, and sports. I play on a women’s hockey in Vernon,

and enjoy going to the ski hill in the winter time. My education includes: Sport

and Recreation Diploma, Medical Office Assistant, and a Certified Lifeguard and

Swim instructor. I enjoy working with the community and building a healthy

future for the kids.

SHIHIYA SCHOOL

My name is Selena Fletcher. I am excited to begin this new

chapter of my life as the Shihiya School Secretary. Originally

from Ontario, my family and I moved to the beautiful

Okanagan in 2009. I am the lucky mom to three incredible

children and our German Shepherd puppy. Before I started

my family, I attended the University of Guelph where I

studied Humanities. I’ve always loved working with children

and I am so pleased to be a part of this wonderful staff and to be able to serve

your great community in this role.

SPLATSIN STSMAMLT SERVICES

My name is Joel, as a Family and Youth support worker, I

strive to provide strength and abutment for our community.

A young Black Foot and Dene/Cree male, I have always had a

passion to help those around me. After some time spent with

Drug and Alcohol abuse prevention, I am proud to take on

this new roll with Splatsin Stsmamlt Services.

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My Name is Haley I am a Social Worker for Splatsin

Stsmamlt Services, I was born and raised in Williams Lake,

BC, a small town in the Central Cariboo region of British

Columbia. I graduated Williams Lake Secondary School in

2007 and headed to the big city of Edmonton, Alberta.

After a few years of living the big city life, I ventured back to

BC and completed her Human Service Work (HSW) diploma

at Okanagan College (OC). Before completing my HSW

diploma, I have already decided that I would continue my

education and entered the Bachelor of Social Work program at Thompson Rivers

University in Kamloops, BC. I graduated with my Bachelor of Social Work Degree,

Aboriginal Studies Certificate, and Child Welfare Specialization in June 2016.

I currently live with my partner in a small community outside of Kamloops, BC. I

spend much of my time enjoying the outdoors while hunting and fishing. I also

enjoys family time and playing my late grandfather’s favorite card games.

I look forward to working with the Splatsin community.

EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR

MJ Berezan recently began her job as the new Employment

Counsellor for Splatsin. She is looking forward to meeting Band

members and offering them support and assistance on their

training, employment and career journeys. She will also have

information on the most current job postings available for those

looking for new work. Community members can reach her by

calling 250-838-6496, ext. 214 or e-mailing her at

mj_berezan@splatsin.ca. They are also welcome to stop by her office in the

Education building on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1pm to 4pm. MJ is available

at other times between Monday and Thursday by appointment. She will be away

from her office from November 23rd to December 2nd but will be available again

beginning on December 5th!

MJ enjoys yoga, walking, swimming, spending time with friends and family, reading, scrapbooking, cross stitching, sewing and travelling.

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ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE – NEW CONSTABLE INTRODUCTION

For anyone that I have not had the opportunity to me, I

would like to introduce myself. My name is Cst. Karla Ivany.

I have been provided with the opportunity to work as the

First Nation Policing Officer for the Splatsin Band.

This is my 11th year working with the RCMP. I have been

posted to Williams Lake and Burns Lake prior to arriving in

the North Okanagan 3 years ago.

I will be working out of the Enderby RCMP detachment and can be reached by

calling the detachment directly at 250-838-6818.

Please feel free to stop me and introduce yourself if you see me. I am looking

forward to working with you and your community.

Sincerely,

Cst. Karla Ivany

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES

Happy Birthday To:

Belated Birthday wishes to Samantha L. Thomas November 12 Sarah Thomas November24

Neva Maxime Dec 6 Millie Thomas Dec 7 Loretta Eustache ~ Dec 17 Sabrina Vergata ~ Dec 25

Stuart Lee ~ Dec 27 Justine Beaudette ~ Dec 30 Chanelle Celesta ~ Dec 30

From Elizabeth Brown

May you all have a wonderful day!

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EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR STAFF

Staff will still be available to provide emergency services for Band Members during the closure.

Emergency Contact during Office Closure:

Department Name Number

Splatsin Stsmamlt Services

Cindy Monkman 250-306-9311

Social Housing; Public Works

Michele Niles 250-540-4049

Income Assistance Charlene William 250-540-4061

Title & Rights Ray Cormier 250-540-8106

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ETHAN JOE

We would like to take this

opportunity to recognize and

congratulate Ethan Joe.

Ethan has been selected as a

recipient of the 2016 Premier’s

Awards for Aboriginal Youth

Excellence in Sport – Interior

Region. This award is given in

recognition of his outstanding

sport achievements,

commitment and dedication to

his education, culture,

leadership and community. He

will be presented his award at

an Awards Celebration Banquet

Dinner on November 29, 2016 in

Kamloops BC.

Way to be Ethan!! Submitted by: Peggy Joe

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WINTER HOLIDAY CLOSURE

The Splatsin Administration Office

will be closed from December 16,

2016 4:30 PM and will re-open on

January 3, 2017 at 8:30 AM.

**Deadline for December is now

December 6, 2016, to reflect the

Office closure.

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MEDICAL PATIENT TRANSPORTATION CHRISTMAS CLOSURE

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HEALTH RELATED EMERGENCY NUMBERS

All Emergencies: 911

KUU-US 24 hour First

Nations Crisis Line:

1-800-588-8717

24-hour Crisis Line: 1-

888-353-2273

Shuswap Lake General

Hospital (Salmon Arm):

250-833-3600

Vernon Jubilee Hospital:

250-545-2211

Health Link BC 24-hour

Nurse Line: 811

24-hour Pharmacy Line:

811 (after hours)

24-hour Health and

Seniors Information Line:

1-800-465-4911

Hospice Society North

Okanagan: 250-503-1800

Mental Health Information

Line: 1-800-611-2121

24-hour Detox (Phoenix

Centre – Kamloops):

1-877-318-1177

Alcohol & Drug Referral

Services: 1-800-663-1441

Shuswap Family

Emergency Society

(Salmon Arm):

250-832-9615

Women’s Shelter

(Vernon): 250-542-1122

Women’s Shelter (Salmon

Arm): 250-832-9616

Community Victims

Services: 250-832-0005

Interior Health Services:

Enderby Public Health

Centre: 250-838-2450

Mental Health Centre

(Enderby): 250-838-2450

Mental Health Centre

(Vernon): 250-549-5737

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WILLIE THOMAS’ FAMILY GRAVE MARKER RAFFLE

RAFFLE TICKETS 1 for $5.00 or 3 for $10.00

Draw will happen when all cards are sold

Proceeds going towards Grave markers for Willie Thomas Family

For more information, contact Jean Brown

h: (250) 838-7144

c: (250) 309-3384

e-transfer to babee_brown@yahoo.com, leave a note on how many

cards you wish.

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EVENTS

CITY OF ENDERBY CHRISTMAS PARTY

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PANCAKES AND POLITICS

Next date: January 5, 2017

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WORKSHOP – HOW TO SKIN A BEAVER

ATTENTION SPLATSIN COMMUNITY MEMBERS

On Tuesday, December 6th, 2016, Colin Brookes will be

demonstrating how to skin a beaver. The demonstration

will take place from 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the

Splatsin Community Centre parking lot by the firepit.

Colin is a long-time resident of the Mabel Lake/Kingfisher

area and he has been trapping his 400-square km. trap

line for some 30 years. Not only is Colin a trapper, he is

an avid hunter, gardener and artist.

Young and old will appreciate his knowledge so bring

your curiosity and join us for the afternoon.

For more information contact Sue Brookes @ 250-838-6496 ext. 228

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TURKEY VOUCHER

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SPLATSIN TEACHING CENTRE FUNDRAISER

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – SPLATSIN TEACHING CENTRE

Seeking and Early Childhood Educator or Infant Toddler Educator to

start ASAP with Splatsin Tsm7aksaltn (Splatsin Teaching Centre)

Society

Position reports to: Infant / Toddler Supervisor, Executive Director,

Board of Directors

Job Summary

The Infant / Toddler Early Childhood Educator will provide a quality

caring and supportive childcare program that addresses the unique

child care needs of the community, and meets all regulatory standards.

The Infant / Toddler Early Childhood Educator is responsible for

assisting in developing and implementing programming to achieve

service delivery excellence. The Infant / Toddler Early Childhood

Educator is expected to operate within the Child Care Practitioner

Occupational Standards and Code of Ethics as defined by the Canadian

Child Care Federation. This position reports to the Executive Director

and to the Board of Directors. Position is a contract position for 40

hours per week from September to June of each year (with the

exception of two weeks at Christmas and Spring break when our centre

is closed). Wages commensurate with experience.

For more information please contact:

Deanna Cook Executive Director Splatsin Tsm7aksaltn (Splatsin Teaching Centre) Society 2730 Canyon Rd Enderby, BC V0E 1V3 Phone: (250) 838-6404 ext.1

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HEALTH

THE RED ROAD TO WELLBRIETY

MEETINGS

Every Wednesday night from

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

At the Health Centre meeting

room

For more information contact

Stewart Johnston, at

250 838 9538 Ext. 306

FOOT CARE CLINIC

Second Thursday of the month.

Open to all people living with

diabetes and elders in the

community. Call Splatsin Health

to book appointments with

Adeline Simpson.

Splatsin Health Center

5571 Old Vernon RD

Enderby BC V0E1V0

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SPLATSIN PRENATAL PROGRAM

Are You Pregnant? Or know someone pregnant?

Come & Register for our Prenatal Program!!

Prenatal Nutrition

Program

Prenatal Classes

Available.

Topics include: growth &

development, nutrition,

labor & delivery,

breastfeeding, infant care.

(Lessons can be taught

individually or in group

depending on need)

Infant Car seats available

Breastfeeding Support,

Breast pump loans

Prenatal Support,

Information, Books,

resources and more!

Contact Melanie Marchand at the

Splatsin Health Centre 250-838-9538

GIRL POWER GROUP

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TRADITIONAL PARENTING

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CHILDRENS ORAL HEALTH INIATIVE (COHI)

SCIENCE OF TOOTH DECAY

For more Information

Contact the COHI Team

Andree Rhodes or Salena Webb

(250) 838-9538 ext. 307

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HOW TO REMOVE BACTERIA

COHI Team

(250) 838-9538 ext. 307

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PUBLIC WORKS

Housing December 2016 Emergency Number for Housing over the Christmas Holiday’s is Michele Niles at 250-540-4049. Emergencies such as floods, fires, furnace and hot water concerns are an example. NEW EMPLOYEES Currently we have two Youth interns working with Housing. We are looking to expand the program, keep in touch with Michele Niles to see about future work. The program offers a position to youth between the ages of 18-31, to work under the Housing program on various projects, renovations, and gives administration experience. DUNWOODIE RETROFIT The Dunwoodie Elders Lodge will be undergoing massive change. All the siding, roof, fascia, gutters and many windows will be completely revamped! Starting December 2016. We will have our Youth workers on site to learn with the contractors on this job position. CMHC Emergency Repair Program (ERP) Splatsin Submitted requests for 16 ERP’s this year. We have received 7 project returns which will be starting Dec 2017!! RRAP 2016 Splatsin is working on 2 RRAP locations! Projects Underway! If you want more details on what a RRAP, ERP or any other funding program is, please set up an appointment to come and see Michele Niles. New Applications for CMHC programs will be coming in April 2017

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PUBLIC WORKS Emergency Contact is Michele Niles 250-540-4049 Road Grading has been completed. With the increase in water this year via all the rain, some roads are under constant monitor. Please notify Public Works with any concerns you have in writing. Auctions are opening on; 93 Dodge Extended Cab 4X4 Diesel-Not Road Worthy School Bus All bids must be submitted to Bryce Jones, with your name and contact information and bid price. In a sealed envelope. All bids must be received on or before December 9 2017. The winning bid will be notified. Payment will be required before vehicle is released to winning bid. If you require viewing of the vehicles, please contact Bryce Jones to coordinate a time at (250) 838-6496 ext. 211

Michele Niles

Director of Splatsin Housing and Public Works

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ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS

DATES TO REMEMBER

All meetings are scheduled but due to unforeseen circumstances they may be changed

Month Community Assembly

Newsletter Deadline

Income Assistance

Cheque Issue

December 2016 No meeting 6 1

2017 January 24 Dec 30

February 21 1

March 21 1

April To be 18 March 31

May Announced 23 1

June For 20 1

July The 18 June 30

August 2017 22 1

September Year 19 1

October 24 Sep 29

November 21 1

December 5 1

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MEMBERSHIP HOURS

The Indian Registry Administrator will be in office on the following days

For the Month of

December:

Thursday Dec 1

Wednesday Dec 7

Thursday Dec 8

Wednesday Dec 14

Thursday Dec 15

CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Wednesday Dec 21

Thursday Dec 22

Wednesday Dec 28

Thursday Dec 29

For the Month of

January 2017:

Wednesday Jan 4

Thursday Jan 5

Wednesday Jan 11

Thursday Jan 12

Wednesday Jan 18

Thursday Jan 19

Wednesday Jan 25

Thursday Jan 26

The following is a list of

Accepted Identification to

obtain a Status Card:

Primary I.D.:

Valid Canadian Passport

Secondary I.D.:

*Certificate of Birth

*Certificate of Marriage or

Divorce

*Provincial Health Card

*Provincial Identification

Card

*Driver’s License

*Employee I.D with

digitized photo

*Student I.D. with

digitized photo

*Firearms License

*Current Status card

(Status card cannot be

expired more than 6

months)

Expired I.D., S.I.N. cards, photocopied I.D. or

certified I.D. WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

I.D. must be intact and readable

Your previously issued Status card (even if

expired) must be returned to the issuing officer

upon receipt of your replacement/renewal

Status card

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MEETING NOTICE

November 30, 2016

Community General Assembly

Held at: Splatsin Community Centre

Agenda topic:

Supper served at 5:00 PM

Meeting begins 6:00 PM

Meeting Adjourns 8:00 PM

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THANK YOU

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MAKE A COMPLAINT AGAINST THE RCMP

With the coming into force of the Enhancing Royal Canadian Mounted Police Accountability

Act on December 1, 2014, complaints must be made within one year of the alleged conduct

occurring.

The Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the RCMP is an independent agency that

reviews complaints made by the public about the on-duty conduct of RCMP members.

The Commission is not part of the RCMP.

Anyone with concerns about the conduct of an RCMP member may call the Commission at 1-

800-665-6878 and talk about these concerns.

A member of the Commission staff will describe our role to you and help you decide whether

you want to lodge a formal complaint or take advantage of other options that may be available to

you, such as alternate dispute resolution.

Complaints can be made:

Online

Complete and submit the online complaint form (This online form cannot be e-mailed.)

By Telephone or Fax:

Call from anywhere in Canada: 1-800-665-6878

TTY: 1-866-432-5837

Print and complete the complaint form in PDF [303Kb] and fax the completed form ( 613-960-

6147).

By Mail:

Print and complete the complaint form in PDF [303Kb] and mail the completed form to:

Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the RCMP

National Intake Office

P.O. Box 1722, Station B

Ottawa, ON K1P 0B3

Submitted by Jody Leon