COMMUNITY BULLETIN
January 21, 2024
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GBM January 31
We invite Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc band members to join us at the General Band Meeting, 5pm, January 31 at Moccasin Square Garden. This is your opportunity to engage directly with Chief and Council, fostering a connection that serves as a catalyst for positive change within our community. Featured presentations include:
- Human Resource Update
- RCMP Presentation
- Motion brought forward member
- Community Service Update
- Education Update
Download The Agenda →
Your voice matters, and this meeting is the platform where it can resonate the most. Come together, share ideas, and collectively shape a brighter future for Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc!
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Security Training
Security Training Starts tomorrow (Monday, January 22) 8:30am at the Red Brick Building Dining Hall. Contact:
Terri, Trades & Training Coordinator
(250) 819-0428
terri.mindel@ttes.ca
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First Aid
First Aid Courses coming to TteS! For those people who need to renew or need first aid for work. Spaces are limited. Lunch is provided.
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Vote February 15
VOTE AT A SPECIAL BAND MEETING TO BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Members are invited to participate in discussions on proposed amendments to the Rules Governing Band Meetings By-Law #1996-2, which will be held at a Special Band Meeting (SBM) scheduled for February 15, 2024.
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Climbing Night
TteS teens, join us on Wednesday, January 24, as The Full Circle Youth Centre presents Teen Night at Cliffside Climbing Gym! Open to ages 12-18. For more information, contact Myron Thomas at myron.thomas@ttes.ca or 778-694-1119. Snacks will be provided.
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Archery Workshop
Explore, Learn, and Lead with Full Circle Youth Centre's Teen Leadership Program! Calling all motivated teens aged 12 to 18 to learn archery. Date: January 28, 2024. Meet us at 9:30 am at Full Circle Youth Centre (1105 Kamloopa Road). Ready to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, cultural exploration, and leadership development? Limited spots available, so secure your place today!
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Blazers Indigenous Night
Join us for a night of hockey as the Kamloops Blazers host the Seattle Thunderbirds for their Indigenous Night on February 7th! Puck drop is 7pm at the Sandman Centre.
FREE tickets are available for Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) members... Grab your tickets now at the link below!
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Tim Bit Player of the Night
The Tim Hortons TimBit Player of the Night is a local hockey player from the age of 6-9 who is chosen to join the Blazers on the ice for the game opening! The kid who is chosen will be the honorary Blazer for the night, skating out with the team at the start of the game and standing on the blue line with the big kids for the game opening!
Little fans can let us know that they’d like to be chosen as the TimBit Player of the Night for Indigenous Night on February 7, 2024 by filling out the application (link below). Please note the application is due on January 22, 2024 by 4pm. The successful applicant will be notified on January 24, 2024. Completed applications must be emailed to events@ttes.ca.
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Members Portal Updated
We have updated the Members-Only Portal on the TteS website. The new password was sent to all band members who are signed up for email from the band. If you didn't receive it, please contact communications@ttes.ca
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Skiing and Snowboarding
TteS youth...get ready to hit the slopes! Join us for a day of skiing at Sun Peaks on January 27. We'll be departing from Full Circle Youth Centre (1105 Kamloopa) at 9 am sharp. Everything you need – lunch, rentals, lift passes, and lessons – is on us. Dress appropriately and register by January 20. Free for Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc members and TteS community residents aged 12-18. For more information, contact us at youthcentre@ttes.ca or (250) 320-8625.
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Learning to Lead
NatureKids BC, with BC Hydro funding, presents "Learning to Lead in the Environmental Sector" at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops on April 26, 2024. The one-day workshop for youth aged 18-25 is free, and participants will receive a $100 honorarium. Register today... you will gain insights from young environmental professionals, develop career skills, visit local environmental organizations, make new connections and leave inspired!
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Archaeological Training
The Archaeological Training For Crew Members course is scheduled for February 12-16 and will prepare individuals for cultural resource management projects in their traditional territory. This intensive program will be held at the Chief Louis Centre Assembly Hall in Kamloops and offers technical skills with an emphasis on the practice of respectful archaeology. The sessions run from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, combining classroom instruction with hands-on experience. Participants must be physically fit and ready for outdoor work.
The deadline to apply is February 2nd, with only 10 spots available. For more information and application, interested individuals can contact Heleana Moore in the TteS Natural Resources Department (NRD) at heleana.moore@ttes.ca or 236-597-1605. The course is open to everyone, however band members will be given priority, especially if they are interested in working for NRD.
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SSN Title Case
On February 5th, 2024, the SSN Title Case Workshops will provide a crucial update to SSN community members regarding the SSN Title Case. The workshops will take place at two locations, offering flexibility for attendees (SSN members may attend either one). The first session will be held at the Skeetchestn gym from 12 noon to 3pm, with lunch provided. The second session will take place in Kamloops (Tk̓emlúps) at the Coast Canadian Hotel in the Columbia Room from 5pm to 8pm, featuring a buffet supper. Robert Simon will serve as the Chairperson for the workshops, and the presentation will be conducted by Sarah Hanson of Miller Thomson.
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Coffee with a Cop
Please note NEW location: Community Services, 300 Chilcotin Road
On Wednesday, February 7 at 10:00 am, Community Services (300 Chilcotin Road) will host our monthly Coffee with a Cop. This gathering aims to foster a better understanding between Tk̓emlúps RCMP and community members. The casual setting of the event will offer a chance to engage in conversations over coffee and tea. The organizers hope that this initiative will further strengthen the relationship between the police and the community. Everyone is welcome to attend, and we look forward to seeing you there!
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RCMP Newsletter
Where The Rivers Meet is the Community Newsletter provided by Tk̓emlúps Indigenous Policing which services the Indigenous communities of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc, Skeetchestn Indian Band and Whispering Pines/Clinton Indian Band. The January 2024 Edition is now available. Click or tap the image below to download and read the newsletter.
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Pink Shirt Day
Join the anti-bullying movement by participating in Pink Shirt Day on February 28th. Exclusive shirts designed by TteS band member Kelsey Jules are available. The design symbolizes unconditional love, responsibility, and community support, with the deer representing sacrifice for the greater good. Leaders are likened to hunters, emphasizing responsibility for community well-being. Balsamroot and fireweed plants in the design signify healing and highlight the importance of unity. Order your shirt by January 26th for delivery in time to support the message of unity, support, and anti-bullying.
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Rules Are Changing!
Mark your calendars for February 15, 2024, as we're updating the Rules Governing General Band Meetings (GBMs). Your participation is crucial in shaping the future of our community!
Voting packages, including vital information on 20+ proposed amendments, were mailed to all band members on January 9, 2024. For your convenience, downloadable digital versions are available in the members-only portal.
This is your chance to make a difference! When you receive the documents, please review the proposed amendments covering areas such as scheduling, agenda, procedures, quorum, and protocol. Your voice matters, so don't miss the opportunity to cast your vote on February 15 and contribute to the growth of our community.
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Winter Powwow
Join Secwépemc Child and Family Services for their Annual Winter Gathering Traditional Powwow 2024 on February 3 & 4 at the Sandman Centre. For info or vendor registration, contact squwey.gottfriedsen@secwepemcfamilies.org. Special $115+tax daily rate at Accent Inns, Kamloops – call 250.374.8877, mention SCFSA Winter Powwow or Group No. 6439263.
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Chief Louis Crossing Lease Opportunities
New Commercial Build – 302 Yellowhead Highway. Chief Louis Crossing is a brand-new commercial development with +/- 35,000 SF of flexible space available for lease for a variety of retail and office services. Owned and operated by, and within Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc lands, it offers unique benefits to Indigenous entrepreneurs and shoppers alike. It is an opportunity not to miss.
Tenant applications are now being accepted with a priority focus on Building B with an anticipated opening in Winter 2024. Go online to www.chieflouiscrossing.ca for more information.
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Teen Night
Join us at Full Circle Youth Centre for Teen Night every Wednesday from 4pm to 8pm! Open to ages 12-18, we provide transportation to and from the Youth Centre. For more information, contact Myron Thomas at 778-694-1119 or myron.thomas@ttes.ca. See you there!
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Snow Removal Update
The snow continues to fall, with no signs of slowing. Rest assured, Tk̓emlúps crews are out there working hard! Their first priority is to keep the arterial roads open so that traffic and emergency vehicles can move as needed. Please report all road maintenance concerns for any provincial routes (including East Shuswap Road and Paul Lake Road) to Argo Road Maintenance (Kamloops Service Area).
Telephone: 1-800-661-2025
Email: argokam@argoroads.ca
Facebook: @ArgoRoadsThompson
Website: https://www.argoroads.ca/service-areas/thompson
Twitter: @Argo_Thompson
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Be More than a Bystander
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Be More Than A Bystander training scheduled for Monday, February 5, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Moccasin Square Garden. This event is open to all Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Band Members. The Be More Than a Bystander presentations, led by former BC Lion JR LaRose, have been successfully conducted in various Indigenous communities across BC. JR LaRose, a 2011 Grey Cup champion and proud member of One Arrow First Nation, is a highly respected and engaging speaker with a wealth of experience. He has facilitated over 400 presentations in Canada and the United States since 2008, and has been a key spokesperson for the Be More Than A Bystander program since its inception in 2011.
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CER Vote
TteS Members are invited to attend a Special Band Meeting (SBM) to VOTE on proposed amendments to the TteS Custom Election Regulations (CER), to be held on February 28, 2024. A 2nd SBM will be held on March 27, 2024 if required to finalize VOTING on remaining CER proposed amendment resolutions not voted on at the Feb. 28th SBM.
Need a copy of the voting package?
- Pick-up at Tk̓emlúps Administration Office
- Have it mailed to you by contacting Communications at communications@ttes.ca or call (250) 828-9736
- Read in the DOCUMENTS tab of the TteS Communications App
- Download a PDF version from the Members-Only portal on the Tk̓emlúps website.
- Email communications@ttes.ca to have it sent directly to your Inbox
For more information, please contact:
Sheila Schmidt, Policy Analyst
Email: sheila.schmidt@tes.ca
Cell: (250) 819-4589
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CER Q&A Session
Questions about the upcoming TteS Custom Election Regulations (CER) vote? A Q&A Session for Members will be held on February 12th @ 5:00pm at MSG.
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Elkstwécw Workshop
Secwépemc Child & Family Secwepemc Child & Family Services presents an elkstwécw workshop for a Beaded Pink Shirt Pins! Join us on February 13 for an exclusive workshop focused on creating Beaded Pink Shirt Pins in support of Anti-Bullying Day (February 28). Please note that participation is limited, and spots are filling up fast, so make sure to secure your spot early. This workshop is for TteS band members only. Due to limited spots, early registration is encouraged. To sign up or for any questions, please contact Squwey Gottfriedsen at squwey.gottfriedsen@secwepemcfamilies.org.
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Artist Call
Bringing the Salmon Home: The Columbia River Salmon Reintroduction Initiative extends an invitation to submit examples of your work. This artist call is open to accomplished Indigenous artists who are members of the Secwépemc Nation, Syilx Okanagan Nation, or Ktunaxa Nation. All artistic mediums are welcomed. You are invited to share some portfolio examples of your creative work, for reference for potential commissions going forward.
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Athletics Development Camp
I∙SPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council) is pleased to present the 2024 BC Indigenous Athletics Development Camp camp in partnership with Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and the Kamloops Track & Field Club. This event is being held on the weekend of February 3-4, 2024 at the Tournament Capital Centre (TCC) in Kamloops. All Indigenous youth (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), ages 10-18 are invited to participate. Please register before 4pm, Tuesday, January 30.
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Secwépemc Language Courses
Two online courses will be starting January 22nd, 2024. Sign up now to learn language via Zoom. $100 per course. Contact Melpetkwe at atahm.research@gmail.com for registration and more information.
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