COMMUNITY BULLETIN

Friday, May 19, 2023

Weekend Contact Numbers

4pm, May 19 - 8am, May 23

Tk̓emlúps has established WEEKEND emergency contact phone number for each department. These phone numbers may change each weekend, depending who is on-call. The current numbers for each weekend can be accessed online using the button below.

Kukwstsétsemc for Greenhouse

Memorial Cup Newsletter

Have you read our Special Edition Memorial Cup newsletter? Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc is proud to sponsor the Blazing Trail Leadership Series for the Memorial Cup presented by Kia. This sponsorship creates opportunities for band members to celebrate, learn, and be involved from May 25 – June 4. See below for more details.

Arrival Of The Cup

Join us at 3:30pm on Thursday, May 25 at the Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Powwow Arbour, 345 Powwow Trail, for the 2023 Arrival of the Cup ceremony.

Admission is free and everyone is invited to join in the excitement of the arrival ceremony. The event will feature a welcome and prayer by Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc, followed by opening remarks and introductions of the Kamloops Blazers and the three Regional League Champions. Plus, you'll get an exclusive first look at the Blazers' theme jersey for the tournament's opening night.

This event is free, but you can pick up your collector's ticket from the front door at either administration building from 8am to 4pm.

Trades and Training

The TteS Education Department offers a Trades and Training program, providing our membership with the opportunity to acquire practical training and employment skills with the objective of increasing participation in the labour market and providing employers with skilled workers.

TteS Contact List

Do you need to get in touch with someone at Tk̓emlúps? You can now download and print our handy contact list, making it easier than ever to find the right person you need to reach. Use the button below to download a PDF file containing all the necessary contact information.

The contact lists are also available for pickup at the band office. Just swing by during office hours, and our friendly front door staff will gladly provide you with a printed copy.

Stay connected and informed by having our contact list at your fingertips. Whether you have questions, concerns, or simply want to connect with someone from TteS, this list will be your go-to resource.

Reclaiming My Language

Did you grow up up hearing and understanding Secwepemctsin but don’t speak it? This 10-week course if for you! Registration deadline is May 24, 2023. For more information contact ethan.pincott@ttes.ca

Click/Tap poster for more details.

CONSTRUCTION AT CLC

The construction of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Chief Louis Centre Road Realignment and Roundabout project has started. The project is expected to take 7 months to complete. Traffic through the site will be impacted by a temporary detour that may require lane closures at times. Visitors to the CLC complex are asked to be patient with any traffic delays, and exercise additional caution for the safety of the public and construction workers. Construction signage and flaggers will be employed to maintain traffic flow. Access to CLC businesses will be maintained.

Note:

• Vehicle traffic will continue to be able to maneuver through the site 24 hrs a day.
• Chief Eli Larue Way will be maintained by controlled single lane alternating road closures as needed.

LFN Registration

Little Fawn Nursery School is registering students for 2023/2024 starting May 1st. Full details in the poster below. Please call Little Fawn Nursery to Register.

Debra McNeil
Little Fawn Administrator
(250) 828-9734

LFN Round-Up

Little Fawn Nursery Preschool Round-up for the 2023/2024 school year is now open. We are currently taking registrations for the September Nominal Roll Preschool program. Preschool runs from September to June.

Nominal Roll Eligibility:

• A student who turns 4 years of age by December 31st. (need a copy of birth certificate)
• A student with a TteS Status Card (Copy of status card)
• A student living On-reserve (parent must provide current utility bill)
• A student “in care” who would normally reside On-Reserve
• A student enrolled by September 30th (Parent must fill out Nominal Roll Form)

If you have any questions about the Program or registration process, please email Debra Mcneil at debra.mcneil@ttes.ca or call (250)828-9734.

Annual Awards and Grad

Come join us as we celebrate the achievements of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Students in nursery, kindergarten to grade 12, post-secondary and trades on Wednesday, June 28 from 5pm - 8pm at the TteS Powwow Arbour. Let's come together as a community to support and honor our hardworking students. We hope to see you all there!

For more information please contact: bailie.stewart@ttes.ca or call (250) 828-9721

Le Estcwicwéy̓ Memorial

Following Secwépemc protocols and custom traditions, we will not be hosting a subsequent Memorial event. Le Estcwicwéy̓ Department hosted the one year memorial event in May 2022. On June 21st and September 30th, 2023 we will have an honour song and a moment of silence in recognition of the children. Details to follow.

For any questions, please contact Le Estcwicwéy̓ Managers: Jeanette Jules (jeanette.jules@ttes.ca) or Fred Seymour (fred.seymour@ttes.ca)

P&E Update

John ter Borg, Planning & Engineering manager provided the following update:

• TteS is applying to the BC Hydro streetlight program to add more streetlighting to Salish Road, the Halston Connector, and at the Youth Centre.
• Route #18 bus shelters will be included in a regular cleaning program, starting next week.
• Graffiti removal will take place at Tyee Ball Park by the second week of June.

Land Based Thursdays

Looking to connect with nature and learn traditional land-based skills? Join us every Thursday afternoon for Land-Based Thursdays! We will be exploring different activities and teachings on the land, meeting at 1pm each Thursday at Moccasin Square Garden. Transportation will be provided from MSG, so all you need to do is show up and be ready to learn!

If you have any questions about each week's activity or what to bring, please call Community Services at 250-828-9810. We can't wait to see you there!

Supports

The PHSA Mobile Response Team has compiled a valuable document containing a variety of Wellness and Mental Health Resources. It's crucial to spread this information far and wide to support children, youth, students, and families. Let's work together to ensure everyone can access the resources they need for their well-being.

Gym Night

TteS Open Gym Night started May 2! Hope to see all our Tk̓emlúps families from 5pm - 7pm at Sk'elep School. Children are to be accompanied by a parent or guardian and must bring indoor shoes. Open to Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc families. For more information please contact:

Jade Seymour, K-12 Coordinator
(250) 314-1578
jade.seymour@ttes.ca

Justice Forum

The Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Community Justice Forum is happening on Wednesday May 31st from 5pm to 8pm at Moccasin Square Garden (MSG).

This is your chance to join us for a delicious meal and have your voice heard! We want to know what "justice" means to you, your views on policing in the community, your experiences, your safety concerns, and what you think is needed in the community. We want to hear your vision for the community and how we can work together to achieve it. Contact Tayler Perry, Justice Worker/Assistant Manager Community Services at (250) 320-2614 or tayler.perry@ttes.ca for more information.

Please come out and join us, and let's work towards a better future for our community together!

Powwow Volunteers!

Powwow Volunteers The 42nd Annual Kamloopa Powwow is only a few months away... and we need VOLUNTEERS! We have openings for: Concession, Janitorial, Gates/Parking, Maintenance, Security (Mandatory criminal record check for last 12 months). Ages 15 and up. Honourarium $12.50/hour. Email powwow@kib.ca or call Harmony Firingstoney, Powwow Coordinator at (250) 828-9782.

Bulletin Archive

Have you missed a recent Community Bulletin? Introducing our website's brand-new feature—an archive of the last several issues of the Community Bulletin. Now you can catch up on all the important updates, announcements, and events you may have missed. Stay informed and connected with your community!

Summer Employment Program

Looking for an awesome summer job opportunity? We've got you covered! Our Summer Employment Program is back, and we're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team. Check out the requirements below:

• Must be a TteS band member
• Age range: 15-30 years old
• Planning to return to school in the Fall
• Program dates: July 4 - August 25, 2023
• Limited spots available: Only 6 positions!
• Competitive pay: $18.50 per hour

Ready to apply? Contact our Youth Coordinator, Lacey, to kick-start your summer journey:

Lacey Gottfriedson
lacey.gottfriedson@ttes.ca
(250) 828-9738

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Spread the word and tag your friends who might be interested.

GPR Work Continues

Notice to Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Community:

• GPR specialist will be on-site to continue GPR work on Le Estcwicwéy̓
• GPR will begin on May 14, 2023
• Should you experience distress during this time, please reach out to available Mental Health and Wellness resources. For more information on MH&W, please contact our Wellness worker (250) 319-8937

For any questions please contact Le Estcwicwéy̓ Managers: Jeanette Jules (jeanette.jules@ttes.ca) or Fred Seymour (fred.seymour@ttes.ca)

Community Yard Sale

Natika Shore is organizing a TTeS community yard sale for Sunday May 28 from 9am - 3pm in the subdivision! If you would like to participate email natikabaseball@hotmail.com or send a Facebook message

Graffiti

Spray paint vandalism, — graffiti— refers to the unauthorized marking of public or private property through etching, painting, or placing of a mark. While some view graffiti as an art form or a means of self-expression, it is, in fact, vandalism that incurs costs for removal or covering by the authorities. The most common form of graffiti in Kamloops is "tagging," which involves writing or painting identifiable symbolic characters or personal "tags." These tags serve as signatures for vandals, who may derive a sense of pride and gain recognition among fellow taggers.

The Band is working towards creating a Grffiti Task Force to:

• remove illegal graffiti as quickly as possible
• encouraging the use of prevention techniques

Report a Tag or Graffiti on Public Property

We ask for your help to report any graffiti on Band property by reporting the specific location and providing a photo if possible.

• use the Bylaw complaint form on Tkemlups website
• email bylaw@ttes.ca
• phone Bylaw at 250-828-9708
• contact the RCMP at 250-828-3000 only if you see a vandal in the process of tagging.

Indigenous Day

Come on down to the 2023 National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration, live in person at the Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Powwow Arbour. It's happening on Wednesday, June 21st from 12:00 pm till 6:00 pm. There will be arts and crafts, traditional songs, live music, vendors and much more!

Need Paper Copies?

To minimize our ecological footprint, we will only be sending hard copies of our GBM minutes, presentations, annual reports, etc. to band members who specifically ask for them. To request paper copies to be mailed to you, please use the link below to fill out the form. As usual, digital copies will still be sent via email and accessible for download in the members-only section of our website.

Please be aware that you will only need to complete the HARD COPY sign-up process once. Once you have signed up, you will receive them via mail until you decide to cancel.

Indigenous Public Health Program

The Indigenous Public Health Program offers an intensive weeklong institute for two courses focused on Indigenous Public Health twice a year. The Summer Institute is up and coming and applications are currently open. The courses being offered are: Interdisciplinary Approach to Understanding the Health of Indigenous Peoples and Environmental Health and Indigenous Communities.

When: August 14th -18th, 2023
Where: UBC Vancouver Campus
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2023

Musical Ride

Get ready, Tk̓emlúps! The family event of the summer isn't online or on TV. The RCMP Musical Ride is coming June 22, 2023! Shows are at 3:00 PM and 6:30 PM at the Kamloops Agri-Centre (Old KXA) Get tickets now before they sell out!

Calling all Indigenous Businesses

The nominations are open for the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Indigenous Business Excellence Award, sponsored by Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Business and Economic Development. We want to see as many nominations as possible, so don't miss your chance to shine a spotlight on your favourite Indigenous business by nominating them!

QHS Survey

5-Year Evaluation Survey of Q’wemtsin Health Society (QHS) — The purpose of this survey is to gather information on how Q’wemtsin Health Society is contributing to your health and how their programs and services could evolve and grow. To participate you must be a member of Skeetchestn, Tk’emlups te Secwépemc or Whispering Pines / Clinton.

The choice to participate in the survey is up to you. All responses are confidential. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered to win an Apple watch.

If you have any questions or concerns about the survey, you can contact the evaluation consultant: James Pratt, (250) 920-7826 or james@prattconsulting.ca (working on contract for Q’wemtsin).

Chief and Council Highlights

May 2, 2023 & May 9, 2023

Chief and Council are committed to continuous improvement in communications between Chief and Council, staff, and membership. Chief and Council will be releasing regular updates to ensure staff and members are aware of the work of Council. This is not intended as a comprehensive update, but rather a high-level overview of Council discussions. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to any Council members.

Chief & Council Weekly Meeting

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Chief & Council Meeting every Tuesday starting at 8:30am. 

Link:https://vimeo.com/event/10049
Email communications@ttes.ca or CouncilSupportTeam@ttes.ca for password.