COMMUNITY BULLETIN
May 3, 2024
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Red Dress Day
Join us as we come together to honor and raise awareness for a cause close to our hearts. On May 5th, we will host a special event to shed light on the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people (MMIWG2S).
This event is more than just a gathering—it's a moment to stand in solidarity, to remember those who have been taken from us too soon, and to demand justice and change. Together, we can amplify the voices of those who have been silenced and work towards a future where every member of our community feels safe and valued.
Date: Sunday, May 5th
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Location: Moccasin Square Gardens
For more information contact events@ttes.ca or (250) 828-9775
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Kangaroo Creek Farm Trip
Join us on Saturday, May 11, for an unforgettable adventure at Kangaroo Creek Farm! Get ready to explore the wonders of nature, encounter adorable kangaroos, and create lasting memories with friends. This event is open for free to Tk̓emlúps community youth, ages 9-12.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 11
⏰ Time: Departure at 8:30 am (Please arrive by 8:15 am)
📍 Location: Kangaroo Creek Farm, Kelowna
🥪 Lunch and snacks will be provided
👟 Please wear comfortable sport shoes for the day’s activities
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot now! Don’t miss out on this incredible experience. Register today!
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Medical & Dental
TteS community services department is very excited to announce the following changes for medical & dental to membership! Please submit your eligible medical/dental receipts and form to Janet at janet.gale@ttes.ca or online at https://tkemlups.ca/community-services/medical-dental/
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Water Restrictions
Effective May 1st: Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc water use restrictions are now year-round and no longer seasonal. For the default water restriction during normal conditions and during early drought levels, watering is permitted on alternating days based on your address.
- No irrigation (sprinkling) permitted on any day between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm.
- Even numbered addresses may irrigate only on even numbered days, before 11am and after 7pm
- Odd numbered addresses may irrigate only on odd numbered days, before 11am and after 7pm
- The required time for automated irrigation is 12am to 7am on the appropriate day (see above)
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Teen Leadership News
Check out this month's Teen Leadership newsletter. Highlights include the Teen Leadership Program weekend on April 20, Go-Kart Racing & Arcade Games at Castle Fun Park. Registration is now open for our next events... Young men Sweat lodge and paintball game on weekend of June 1-2. Young women Sweat Lodge and mountain biking at Sun Peaks on weekend of June 15 - 16. This program is FREE for community teens between the ages of 12 and 18. Save your spot today!
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Speedwatch
Are you passionate about our community's safety? Volunteer with TTes RCMP Community Speed Watch! A Rural RCMP member will provide proper training. Open to TTes members only. To register, contact Geoff Morris, Community Services Justice Worker, at 250-828-9757. Training dates to be determined.
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Volunteers Needed
Le Estcwicwéy̓ is hosting the very first Survivors Gathering and we need your help at this special event. We need volunteers on the weekend of May 3-5, 2024. Please contact Lucinda at (250) 319-5970 or Laurel-leigh at (250) 318-9738 for more information.
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Mental Health Week
This years Mental Health Week, which runs from May 6 to 12, focuses on the healing power of compassion. In a world often marked by suffering, the campaign emphasizes that kindness is an intrinsic part of our humanity. It encourages people to explore how compassion can connect us all and contribute to better mental health. If you or someone you know is in crisis, the Canadian Mental Health Association has a crisis line. Call Call or text 9-8-8, toll-free, anytime, for support.
For more information about Mental Health Week, visit the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Compassion connects us all and is a reminder to be kind to one another.
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Indigenous Business Excellence Award
Celebrate Indigenous excellence! Nominate a business for the 'Indigenous Business Excellence Award', sponsored by Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc, at the 2024 Business Excellence Awards, presented by MNP! Let's celebrate the outstanding achievements of Indigenous businesses in our community. Last year's winner was Sun Ridge Contracting Ltd — who will be next? Submit your nomination today
Hurry before the nomination window closes May 31, 2024!
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Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registrations for 2024-25 at Sk'elep School of Excellence are currently being accepted via email. Please call the school at 250-828-9777 to arrange for a registration package to be emailed to you. Copies of supporting documents, including birth certificate, proof of residence, personal health number/Care Card, and Status Card, will need to be submitted with the registration package. Registration will not be considered until all documents are received.
Preference for registrations will be given to TteS band members. Please have registration in by June 30th. We will contact parents in the summer to confirm registration.
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Roast Chicken Dinner (and Vote!)
All band members are invited to an Roast Chicken Dinner (and Vote!) on Wednesday, May 29 (rescheduled from May1) starting at 5pm at Moccasin Square Garden.
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Raffle
TteS band member Satinka Manuel has one year left for her bachelor of social work and also extra class this summer. The class is international field studies which involves an amazing opportunity to go to Nepal for two weeks, leaving May 21! As you can imagine, this is a costly trip so she is looking for some help with funds including flights, accommodation, food, supplies, travel vaccine, international-visa, and tuition. We are doing raffle for the following items:
- Pendleton Blanket (Meeting of the Waters)
- $100 Costco Card
- Wolf Coming Out II by late Opie Oppenheim (25x13.5")
- 4 passes to Mt Paul golf course
- Canned goods donated by Joyce Fraser
- Grouse Silver Pendant donated by Joan Findlay
- Grouse Dance by late Opie Oppenheim (14x11")
- HarDi Car Detail gift certificate
- $100 scratch & wins
- Mother of Pearl Necklace donate by Joan Findlay
Draw will be on May 15th at 4pm. Cost of the tickets are $5 for 1 ticket or $20 for 5 tickets. Please e-transfer: satinka.manuel@hotmail.com
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Customer Service Training
Customer Service Training coming to TteS in May. This program included a weekly stipend and is connected to employment. Great training for a summer job! Contact Jordann Hazelwood at jhazelwood@stkemlupsemc.ca or (250) 819-6144.
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Construction
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) will be conducting a concrete median barrier project on Hwy 5N between Halston Ave and CN Junction Rd commencing early next week (May 5-9). These will be night works (7 PM to 6 AM) with fast lane closures in either direction to limit traffic disruption. The purpose of this safety project is to restrict the illegal U-turns that are occurring on Hwy 5N, continuing the extent of the median barrier that is already in place from Shuswap Rd to Halston Ave on Hwy 5N.
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CCP Survey
We kindly ask TteS members to participate in our Comprehensive Community Plan (CCP) Survey, tailored specifically for you. Your feedback will help shape the future of our community. The survey should take approximately 25 minutes, and those that complete can be entered into a prize draw!
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Elkstwécw Workshop
Secwépemc Child & Family Secwepemc Child & Family Services presents a Keychain Rattle workshop on Tuesday, May 14 starting at 5:30pm. 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. To sign up or for any questions, please contact SCFSA Cultural Integration team at cit.registration@secwepemcfamilies.org
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Be More than a Bystander
Be More Than A Bystander (BMTAB) is hosting an event at the Chief Louis Centre Assembly Hall on May 14, exclusively for TteS Community Members. The initiative, led by former BC Lion JR LaRose, focuses on organizational and cultural transformations to create welcoming, healthy, safe, and respectful workplaces. JR LaRose, known for his success on the football field and commitment to Native heritage, will be the featured speaker. His story of redemption, recognized by awards for community service and sportsmanship, transcends racial and generational barriers. JR, a spokesperson for BC's BMTAB campaign, aims to raise awareness about violence against women and inspire others on their journeys of redemption. The event emphasizes the theme that everyone has an opportunity to redeem themselves, regardless of their past.
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Band Meeting Vote May 29
Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Members are invited to participate in the vote for the Rules Governing Band Meetings By-Law #1996-2, which will be held at a Special Band Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 5pm at Moccasin Square Garden. This is the same meeting and vote originally scheduled for May 1. A new simplified Voting Package, including vital information all amendments, was mailed to all band members on March 8, 2024.
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QHS Newsletter
The Q’wemtsín Health Society (QHS) newsletter for April is now available. Click or tap the image below to download and read the newsletter.
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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 May 2024 Edition is now available. Click or tap the image below to download and read the newsletter.
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Need ID?
Struggling to obtain important identification documents? We've got you covered! Lisa Machell, our Family Support Administration Assistant at Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Community Services, is here to assist registered Band Members in acquiring the essential ID. Book an appointment for your convenience on Monday (afternoon), Tuesday, Wednesday (morning). Contact Lisa Machell today to schedule your appointment:
📞 Phone: 778-765-4120
📧 Email: lisa.machell@ttes.ca
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ATEC Security Training
The Aboriginal Training & Employment Centre (ATEC) is pleased to announce the upcoming Basic Security Training program in Kamloops. This training will be held from May 27 to 31, 2024, at ATEC located at 144 Briar Avenue. To secure your seat, please contact ATEC at 250-554-4556 to schedule an appointment with an ATEC Employment Counsellor. Seats are limited, so we encourage you to book your spot soon. Take a step towards a rewarding career in security!
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