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This Time 16 Years Ago – March 2009

2025-03-14T19:04:51+00:00

Chief threatens suit over road Tseycum leader wants money and land for paved-over gravesites on scenic route in North Saanich. It's all about respect, he says. JUDITH LAVOIE Times Colonist The Tseycum First Nation is asking for money and land in exchange for allowing West Saanich Road traffic to continue running unimpeded through the North Saanich reserve.    West Saanich Road was built over Tseycum gravesites and the band hasn't been properly compensated, said Tseycum Chief Vern Jacks.    The band is talking about suing the provincial government, or even digging up the road to rebury ancestors, he said.    Jacks has a [...]

This Time 16 Years Ago – March 20092025-03-14T19:04:51+00:00

This Time 55 Years Ago – March 1970

2025-03-14T18:40:34+00:00

Four Chiefs To Sit On Board    Four Saanich Peninsula band chiefs will sit on Canada's first Indian school board, it was announced Thursday at a meeting in the East Saanich Reserve community hall.    The new board will run Tsartlip day school on West Saanich Road.    The chiefs - Phil Paul (Tsartlip), Gabriel Pelkey (Tsawout), Don Williams (Pauquachin), and Sandy Jones (Teycum) - will make up an interim board along with Victor Underwood Jr., Gus Bill, Marie Cooper and Tom Sampson.    The four bands formed the Saanich Indian Education Association two years ago when they learned the federal government planned to [...]

This Time 55 Years Ago – March 19702025-03-14T18:40:34+00:00

UNDRIP Provides Opportunity for W̱SÁNEĆ to Collaborate with Local Governments

2025-04-07T18:30:38+00:00

UNDRIP and Local Governments The everyday decisions and actions of local governments – ranging from regulating significant natural areas and hunting grounds to creating regulations that directly affect the health of the land and water – have profound, often harmful impacts on the rights of W̱SÁNEĆ. In fact, there are so many cumulative impacts from these decisions, there is no longer a place in W̱SÁNEĆ territory where W̱SÁNEĆ can practice inherent or treaty rights without watchful judgment. XPȺ¸ (Western Redcedar) - W̱SÁNEĆ Territory Yet, any local government body has very little obligation to consult with or consider W̱SÁNEĆ Rights. [...]

UNDRIP Provides Opportunity for W̱SÁNEĆ to Collaborate with Local Governments2025-04-07T18:30:38+00:00

External Job Posting: TLC The Land Conservancy of BC Communication Officer

2025-03-11T19:38:27+00:00

TLC The Land Conservancy of BC is a charitable, membership-based land trust working to protect British Columbia's biological diversity. We are currently seeking a Communication Intern to provide support while gaining experience working in the non-profit sector to promote events, fundraising initiatives, and the organization in general. Position Overview: The Communication Intern will work with TLC’s team to implement comprehensive communication strategies for TLC projects. This will include contributing to TLCs website, social media accounts, and designing/producing promotional material (print and digital). The Communication Officer will also participate in covenant monitoring, restoration initiatives, special events and fundraising activities. Desired skills [...]

External Job Posting: TLC The Land Conservancy of BC Communication Officer2025-03-11T19:38:27+00:00

External Job Posting: TLC The Land Conservancy of BC Conservation and Restoration Technician

2025-03-11T19:37:07+00:00

TLC The Land Conservancy of BC is a charitable, membership-based land trust working to protect British Columbia's biological diversity. We are currently seeking a Conservation and Restoration Technician to provide support while gaining experience working in the non-profit sector. Position Overview: The Conservation and Restoration Technician will participate in TLC’s field and remote covenant monitoring, assist with reporting and landowner correspondence administration, and help plan and attend restoration initiatives and special events. Desired skills Verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Understanding and experience with GIS software (ArcGIS Pro & Lens) Experience working/volunteering in environmental or conservation Ability [...]

External Job Posting: TLC The Land Conservancy of BC Conservation and Restoration Technician2025-03-11T19:37:07+00:00

Amplifying Youth Sports: Greater Victoria Athletic Award – Thuyquletse’ (Patrick Elliott)

2025-03-11T18:52:46+00:00

Meet Patrick Elliott (Traditional Name: Thuyquletse’) From the W̱SÁNEĆ and Stz'uminus territories, Patrick is a rising star recently honoured with the Greater Victoria Athletic Award! Overcoming challenges with resilience, he’s now focused on mentoring young athletes and giving back to his community. Patrick has overcome injuries and self-doubt, building mental toughness and discipline. Now, he’s giving back by coaching, mentoring, and inspiring First Nation communities. What’s next? University soccer and chasing greatness! Go to https://wsanec.com/ to learn more about Patrick’s inspiring journey! Who are you, and where are you from ÍY SȻÁĆEL HÁLE XÍXELÁȾE TŦE NE SNÁ ĆSE LÁ,E [...]

Amplifying Youth Sports: Greater Victoria Athletic Award – Thuyquletse’ (Patrick Elliott)2025-03-11T18:52:46+00:00

External Job Posting: CRD First Nations Engagement Coordinator

2025-03-04T19:07:35+00:00

Summary The First Nations Engagement Coordinator supports Capital Regional District (CRD) staff to deliver respectful and reciprocal First Nations engagement across a wide range of CRD operations including parks, environmental protection, recreation, watershed protection, planning, emergency services, solid waste management, wastewater management and climate action. This position also coordinates educational events for CRD staff and supports the Manager to organize relationship-building events with First Nations and CRD Board Directors. You are a self-motivated professional dedicated to anti-racism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, who enjoys working in a results-oriented team environment. Success in this role requires adaptability amidst the evolving landscape [...]

External Job Posting: CRD First Nations Engagement Coordinator2025-03-04T19:07:35+00:00

Amplifying Youth Sports: W̱SÁNEĆ Islanders U16 girls soccer team with Katia Olsen

2025-02-27T19:05:10+00:00

⚽ Meet Katia Olsen! ⚽ As the manager, organizer, and proud auntie of the W̱SÁNEĆ Islanders U16 girls' soccer team, Katia is helping young athletes stay motivated, build community, and chase big dreams! 🌟 From training hard in the gym to fundraising for the Hawaii International Tournament 🌴, Katia is making sure these girls have every opportunity to grow, compete, and create lifelong memories. 💙🏆 Support the team as they gear up for their next big challenge! 🙌🏽 Who are you to the team? My name is Katia Olsen, and I manage the W̱SÁNEĆ Islanders U16 girls' soccer team. [...]

Amplifying Youth Sports: W̱SÁNEĆ Islanders U16 girls soccer team with Katia Olsen2025-02-27T19:05:10+00:00

WEXWS – MOON OF THE FROG

2025-03-17T16:56:16+00:00

This time of year is traditionally known as WEXWS-Moon of the Frog. The frog on the face of the moon represents DOLUANW – the Keeper of the Sacred Season. It is time to gather food & medicine. The W̱SÁNEĆ People place cedar boughs at the shore so herring will lay roe on them. CONNECTIONS AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION  The W̱SÁNEĆ People designated this month to sacredness and purification. For the W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples, this moon, in particular, is significant because the frog acts as a witness and a messenger. The frog announced the Sacred Season of Plenty. Because the frog [...]

WEXWS – MOON OF THE FROG2025-03-17T16:56:16+00:00

External Job Posting: Victoria International Airport IT Support Specialist

2025-02-26T19:43:24+00:00

Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) manages and operates Victoria International Airport (YYJ), which is located on the homelands of the W̱ SÁNEĆ People whose historical relationship to the land continues to this day. YYJ is the 11th busiest airport in Canada with 1.5 million passengers in 2022. YYJ was rated among one of the top ten most loved airports by CNN Travel and was named best regional airport in North America in 2012, 2014 and 2020 and received the award for Best Hygiene Measures in North America in 2020 and 2021 by Airports Council International. VAA has also been named one [...]

External Job Posting: Victoria International Airport IT Support Specialist2025-02-26T19:43:24+00:00
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