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Table of Contents
Background Information 6
Impacts of the SSCPP on Students and Communities 7
Creation of Career-Related Summer Employment 7
Summary 7
Ahousaht Administration Council 10
Alexis Creek Indian Band 11
Ashcroft Indian Band 12
Blueberry River First Nation 13
Boothroyd Indian Band 15
Boston Bar First Nation 16
Bridge River Band 17
Burns Lake Band 18
Campbell River Indian Band 19
Canim Lake Indian Band 20
Canoe Creek Indian Band 21
Cape Mudge First Nation 22
Cayoose Creek Band 23
Chawathil First Nation 24
Cheam Indian Band 25
Chehalis First Nation 26
Chemainus First Nation 27
Cheslatta Carrier Nation 28
Coldwater Indian Band 29
Columbia Lake Band 30
Comox Indian Band 31
Cook’s Ferry Indian Band 32
Cowichan Tribes 33
Doig River First Nation 35
Douglas First Nation Band 36
Ehattesaht Band 37
Esketemc Band 38
Esquimalt First Nation 39
Fort Nelson First Nation 40
Gingolx Village Government 41
Gitanmaax Band Council 42
Gitanyow Band Council 43
Gitsegukla Band Council 44
Gitwangak Band Council 45
Gitwinksihlkw Village Government 46
Gwawaenuk Tribe 47
Hagwilget Village 48
Halalt Band 49
Heiltsuk Nation 50
Hesquiaht Band 51
High Bar First Nation 52
Homalco Indian Band 53
Hupacasath First Nation 54
Iskut First Nation 55
Ka:’yu:k’t’h’/Che:k:tles7et’h First Nation 56
Kamloops Indian Band 57
Kanaka Bar Band 58
Katzie First Nation 59
Kispiox Band 60
Kitamaat Village Council 61
Kitasoo Band Council 62
Kitkatla Band Council 63
Kitsumkalum Band Council 64
Klahoose First Nation 65
Kwadacha Band 66
Kwakiutl Band Council 67
Kwantlen First Nation 68
Kwikwetlem First Nation 69
Lakahahmen First Nation 70
Lake Babine Nation 71
Laxgalt’sap Village Government 72
Lax-kw’alaams Band 73
Little Shuswap Lake Band 74
Lower Kootenay Indian Band 75
Lower Nicola Indian Band 76
Lower Simikameen Indian Band 77
Lyackson First Nation 78
Lytton First Nation 79
Mamalilikulla-Qwe’Qwa’Sot’Enox Band 80
Matsqui First Nation 81
McLeod Lake Indian Band 82
Metlakatla Band Council 83
Moricetown Band Administration 84
Mount Currie Band 85
Mowachaht/Muchalaht Band 86
Musqueam Indian Band 87
Nadleh Whuten Indian Band 88
Namgis First Nation 89
Nanoose First Nation 90
Neskonlith Indian Band 92
Nicomen Band 93
New Aiyansh Village Government 94
N’Quatqua Indian Band 95
Nuchatlaht Tribe 96
Nuxalk Nation 97
Okanagan Indian Band 98
Old Massett Village Council 99
Oregon Jack Creek Band 100
Osoyoos Indian Band 101
Oweekeno Nation 102
Pacheedaht First Nation 103
Pauquachin First Nation 104
Penelakut Tribe 105
Penticton Indian Band 106
Prophet River 107
Qualicum First Nation 108
Quatsino First Nation 109
Saik’uz First Nation 110
Samahquam Band 111
Saulteau First Nations 112
Seabird Island Band 113
Semiahmoo First Nation 114
Seton Lake Band 115
Shakan Indian Band 116
Shuswap Indian Band 117
Shxw’ow’hamel First Nation 118
Siska Indian Band 119
Skeetchestn Indian Band 120
Skidegate Band Council 121
Skin Tyee Band 122
Skatin Nation 123
Skowkale First Nation 124
Skuppah Indian Band 125
Skwah First Nation 126
Skway First Nation 127
Sliammon First Nation 128
Snuneymuxw First Nations 129
Soda Creek First Nation 130
Songhees First Nation 131
Soowahlie Band Administration 132
Spallumcheen Indian Band 133
Squamish Nation 134
Squiala First Nation 135
St. Mary’s Band Administration 136
Stellat’en First Nation 137
Sumas First Nation 138
Tahltan Band 139
Takla Lake First Nation 140
T’it’kit Administration 141
Tl’azt’en Nation 142
Tl’etinqox-t’in Government Office 143
Tlowitsis Tribe 144
Tobacco Plains Indian Band 145
Toosey Indian Band 146
Toquaht Nation 147
Tsartlip First Nation 148
Tsawataineuk Band Council 149
Tsawout First Nation 150
Tsawwassen First Nation 151
Tsay Kay Dene Band 152
Tseil-Waututh First Nation 153
Tseycum First Nation 154
Ts’kw’aylaxw (Pavillion) First Nation 155
T’Sou-ke First Nation 156
Uchucklesaht People’s Government 158
Ucluelet First Nation 159
Ulkatcho First Nations 160
Upper Nicola Indian Band 161
Upper Simikameen Band 162
Wet’suwet’en First Nation 163
Whispering Pines/Clinton 164
Williams Lake Indian Band 165
Xaxli’p First Nation 166
Xeni Gwet’in First Nations Government 167
Yekooche First Nation 168
Background Information
In 2001/2002, the First Nations School Association (FNSA) and the First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) continued to administer the First Nations Summer Student Career Placement Program (SSCPP) that is funded by the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (DIAND). This program is intended to support communities for career-related work experience and training to in-school First Nations youth living on-reserve during the summer months. Funding available for the summer of 2001 was $887,429.00, which was allocated to all bands through a base plus per captia formula (see appendix one). To access funding, communities were asked to submit a letter of intent, indicating their planned activities for the summer, as well as a final report detailing their summer program. This report presents a summary of the final reports submitted.
The SSCPP supported opportunities for career-related work experience and training for First Nations students living on-reserve during the summer months. The summer employment opportunities provided students with meaningful experiences that will help them to determine their career goals and support them in their education goals and support them in their education paths. The summer employment opportunities also assisted students in preparing their future entry into the labour market by giving them an opportunity to acquire work experience and job skills.
This final report provides a summary of the activities undertaken and the results achieved with the available funding. It also highlights many of the successes achieved through the SSCPP funding.
Appendix three outlines the numbers of communities and students who participated in the 2001 SSCPP, which includes the following totals:
➢ 694 students benefited from the program; and
➢ 162 communities designed and implemented a summer employment program.
The program was viewed by all stakeholders as a success, FNESC and the FNSA would like to thank the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Canada for providing funding for this very worthwhile initative.
Impacts of the SSCPP on Students and Communities
The final reports submitted by the communities identified many significant impacts on the First Nations communities and students who participated in the SSCPP. The youth found placements in a variety of job sectors, were able to acquire basic job skills, participated in discussions groups and training programs, and learned job preparation skills, all of which was useful to them when they apply for future employment in the future. Communities also benefited from having students participate in meaningful employment.
Creation of Career-Related Summer Employment
Six hundred and ninety-four students participated in the SSCPP. Students worked an average of four to eight weeks throughout the summer months. The majority worked for 8 weeks. Reports received from the communities indicate there was a wide range of job placements created for the students. The following sectors were identified most often:
➢ Education;
➢ Recreation;
➢ Band Office and Tribal Council Administration;
➢ Construction and Mechanical;
➢ Maintenance;
➢ Service Industry (i.e., retail, restaurant, gas bars etc);
➢ Health
➢ Social Services; and
➢ Economic Development Organizations
Summary
The Summer Student Career Placement Program clearly provided BC’s First Nations communities with an opportunity to invest in the future of the youth. The results were extremely positive from both the students and the communities.
The SSCPP has had a positive personal influence on the youth participants, there has been attestations that the youth’s self-esteem, self-confidence has increased as well as a sense of responsibility, more commitment to stay-in-school, enhanced interest in their studies, improved knowledge of the job market, a better ability to relate to the school experience to employment, and improved knowledge of the types of jobs that exist, especially in their communities.
In spite of the modest level of funding for some of the First Nations communities, there were overwhelmingly positive responses to the 2001 Summer Student Career Placement Program. The work placements were meaningful, and said to be very beneficial to all students, their employers, and the First Nations communities at large.
The final reports submitted for the 2001/2002 SSCPP clearly demonstrates the success of the programs.
Adams Lake Band
Chase, BC
Program Activities
The program provided high school, college and post secondary students with work experience and job skills in the areas of maintenance, housing, daycare, youth camp counselors, computer data entry for curriculum development and tourism.
Participant Learned Skills
The students had an opportunity to learn computer skills, video production, interviewing, office management, leadership, inventory, word processing, resume writing, career planning and reporting writing.
|Total number of students hired |20 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |10 |
| |10 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |8-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 4-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$12,659.46 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,659.46 |
Program Evaluation
The students gained a wide variety of valuable work experience and job skills by participating in the Summer Student Career Placement Program.
Ahousaht Administration Council
Ahousaht, BC
Program Activities
The students were given an orientation that included personnel policy, start and end dates, schedules and assigned supervisors. Each student had roles and responsibilities for their positions in cashier/management assistant, administrative and communication worker, coordinator assistant and janitorial assistant.
Participant Learned Skills
Each student learned that being punctual was a primary source of working and the importance of reporting on time daily. They also learned to communicate with their supervisors and co-workers to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. They learned that schedules could be changed to meet the requirements of the organization they are working with. Two students learned computer processing, data input and handling customer accounts. One student learned the use of cleaning equipment, machines and the purpose of using cleaning chemicals. Another student worked in the Ahousaht Fisheries office and performed administrative and reception duties and learned about other forms of communication skills.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$12,442.52 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$12,442.52 |
Program Evaluation
Each student most importantly learned what being part of a working team is all about. All learned how to work independently and as a team, and how to work with the public.
Alexis Creek Indian Band
Chilanko, BC
Program Activities
Students worked in their choice of occupations such as a health clinic clerk, store clerk and gas bar attendant. Skills performed were supervising staff, ordering supplies, financial record keeping, record keeping, answering telephones, scheduling, team work with nurses, doctor, psychologist and dental therapist, filing, incoming and outgoing mail and other skills related to computers and communication.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned computer skills, communication and understanding about medical terminology and gained experience working with health professionals. Another student learned how to operate a cash register, office equipment, fuel pumps and propane service. A student learned about the reconciliation of financial records, inventory, ordering and maintaining supplies as well as scheduling staff hours of work.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |17 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |22 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$7,185.28 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,775.05 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student and Career Placement Program provided the participating students with valuable work experience and job skills in the occupation of their choice and gained knowledge about working in that position.
Ashcroft Indian Band
Ashcroft, BC
Program Activities
One student was hired as an Office Assistant and was trained to perform office duties such as compiling information, received and record telephone calls, communication skills, used a filing system to record incoming mail, produced notices and posters on upcoming events for distribution to youth and adults in the local community. Three students assisted with Band maintenance and performed minor building and painting projects, including the safe use of small hand held equipment.
Participant Learned Skills
Each student was responsible for their own tasks and once completed were praised on a job well done. The students learned communication skills that helped them daily in their work.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |2 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,263.25 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,463.25 |
Program Evaluation
The students worked independently and in a team setting. They completed their assigned projects together was a great accomplishment. This in turn gave them a sense of achievement, built self-esteem and self worth, thus reinforced the importance of setting a goal and attaining it.
Blueberry River First Nation
Buick Creek, BC
Program Activities
The students were involved with preliminary forest inventory and performed tasks such as reading maps and identifying site locations and trees. They also wrote reports on reserve timber and plot placements, used a measuring device to determine the height of trees.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned how to read maps and identify site locations. They also acquired skills in tree identification, measurement and counting practices. Students learned how to prepare reports on the reserve timber. As part of the learning process, the students used a team approach during all site projects.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |3 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |12-14 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 7-9 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,200.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,965.92 |
Program Evaluation
The program was very successful and the students were very pleased with the valuable work experience they gained and showed real interest in their work performance.
Bonaparte Band
Cache Creek, BC
Program Activities
The Bonaparte Indian Band provided two students with work experience as a Receptionist and an Administrator Assistant. The Receptionist activities included working in reception, answered telephones, recorded messages, sent and received faxes, word processing, mail and filing. The Administrator activities consisted of assisting the Band Administrator in the daily operations of the Band, correspondence follow-up, word processing and maintained a filing system.
Participant Learned Skills
The participants learned communication skills while working at the Band office and gained a deeper appreciation for the work of the regular daily staff. The experiences of working in a Band office was easy to adapt to and the participants learned very quickly.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-24 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade12 |
| |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,227.36 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,468.59 |
Program Evaluation
One student had just finished a course in office administration, so it was a great opportunity to put some of the knowledge learned in class to work. Both students left with a little more knowledge of how an office operates on a daily basis.
Boothroyd Indian Band
Boston Bar, BC
Program Activities
The Boothroyd Indian Band provided two youth with work within the local community. The summer employment consisted of working outside on a Pit House project and assisted the Maintenance division with various tasks. Other program activities included painting, yard work, cleaning facilities, peeled logs, chaperoned field trips, fundraised, and homemaking work for the Elders of the community.
Participant Learned Skills
The youth learned skills in native culture, reported to work on time and took direction on assigned tasks. The youth also learned by working with others in the community. Other skills gained were organizational, communication and leadership skills.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |12 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,327.33 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,118.26 |
Program Evaluation
The youth found their summer employment enjoyable and both were very hard workers. Program activities included a wide range of tasks that provided the youth with important and valuable skills and knowledge about employment.
Boston Bar First Nation
Boston Bar, BC
Program Activities
A position of Assistant Groundskeeper was shared between three students and each student worked on a rotating schedule. The location was at a Band operated campground and the students exercised their responsibilities by acting as liaisons for the local community and tourists. Their ground maintenance duties consisted of mowing grass, tree trimming, and weeding. The cleaning and maintenance of the public bathrooms and showers were also part of their responsibility. Two students worked in the Band office and performed word processing, prepared information packages for the band membership and assisted in administrative duties.
Participant Learned Skills
The two students that worked in the Band office learned how their computer skills was an asset for them, they set up different programs for the regular office staff, prepared reports, and processed payroll and produced cheques. The students gained valuable experience in communication by answering telephones and acquired faxing, photocopying and filing skills.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,696.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,925.61 |
Program Evaluation
The project was a success and students gained valuable experience and so did the Band. The projects demonstrated the importance of appropriate supervision and orientation for the student employees.
Bridge River Band
Lillooet, BC
Program Activities
Students gained employment for the summer with the community and gain experience with being with the community as a whole; they helped cleanup the reserve and help Elders around their homes. They also worked at the Bear Foot Grill concession stand. Other program activities included maintenance of buildings and assisted a maintenance crew, garbage collection and water repairs.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned how to handled maintenance equipment such as tools, saws, weed wackers and performed vehicle maintenance. They also learned communication skills and how to work with others in the workplace. The students learned how to handle food and its preparation and how to handle money by working at a concession stand. The students learned about other communities in the tribal territory by working at the concession stand.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,200.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,888.86 |
Program Evaluation
The program allowed the students to gain meaningful employment valuable work experience within their own community, but also to become actively involved.
Burns Lake Band
Burns Lake, BC
Program Activities
Two students assisted the staff at the Burns Lake Band office and the Turtle Island Land Management Ltd. The students assisted with running errands, mail pickup and distribution, banking, word processing, supplies, answering telephones and filing duties. The two remaining students worked outside the office and performed yard work and maintenance of the reserve holdings. The students also attended a one-day workshop on self-esteem and public speaking.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned typing, vocabulary, organizational, self-motivation and communication skills. They also earned about responsibilities and accountability for their projects and assigned tasks. The students learned how to work both as a team and individually.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |5 |
| |3 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |11-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 5-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,000.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,923.83 |
Program Evaluation
The Burns Lake Band provided a variety of program activities and continues to offer employment opportunities for students throughout the year.
Campbell River Indian Band
Campbell River, BC
Program Activities
The students worked in various businesses that the Band owns. A student worked at the Weiwaikum House of Treasures and two students worked at the Thunderbird campsite. The students dealt with the public interpreting the Northwest Coast Culture to the customers.
Participant Learned Skills
The employment opportunity at the Thunderbird campsite was a very good working and learning experience. Students practiced communication and interpersonal skills, punctuality, dressing appropriately, and how to interact in a professional setting. The students gained self-confidence and valuable work experience as team players and worked in a public environment.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,681.60 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,158.57 |
Program Evaluation
The students work experiences and training helped form an important part of a young person’s life. They learned the importance of communication, and how to be part of team and a team player in an employment situation. Work experiences helped the youth gain confidence and the proper work ethic to help them succeed in their future endeavors.
Canim Lake Indian Band
100 Mile House, BC
Program Activities
There were two positions offered for two students at the Canim Lake Indian Band. A supervisor/coordinator and office assistant worked with other summer students hired through other funding sources. These included workers in the forestry, recreation, early childhood education and operations and maintenance departments.
Participant Learned Skills
The students found the work to be very challenging and difficult understanding the tasks and working with other students. Some of the learned skills included leadership, organizational, communication and public relations.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,395.38 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,505.34 |
Program Evaluation
Overall, while the program was very challenging this year it nevertheless proved to be useful in that the students learned from working in an employment situation with the Band. The program was a very valuable learning and teaching tool for the students and supervisors of the program.
Canoe Creek Indian Band
Dog Creek, BC
Program Activities
A Community Learning Centre provided a Recreation worker that worked with students and was able to provide sport activities utilizing gymnasiums, movie nights, baking and pizza nights, craft days and a large community campout. All of these activities involved planning, organizing, promoting, advertising and note keeping. Students worked in a Daycare Centre.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned organizational, time management, and presentation skills. All of the students learned to be reliable, prompt, professional and practiced safety awareness when working with children. Students acquired recreation worker and daycare experience on a daily basis.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |4 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,353.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,353.00 |
Program Evaluation
The students learned to be responsible and to function in a team environment. The work experiences enabled the students to identify whether they had the personalities to enjoy this specific area of study/work when they completed High school.
Cape Mudge First Nation
Quathiaski Cove, BC
Program Activities
One student was hired as a Daycare Worker and educated and cared for children. The children read books, grammar and mathematics, and participated in field trips. Another student was hired as a Grounds Keeper and was responsible for ground keeping, equipment and fixtures. There was also an Elder’s Worker position who was responsible for care-taking of the Elder’s yard in the community. This included lawn mowing, weed eating, pruning bushes, and garbage disposal.
Participant Learned Skills
The students became reliable by completing a set amount of daily tasks and learned to take directions well. They also became time efficient and became self-motivated. Communication skills were learned in the workplace and how to work for the Elders in the community. Students learned teamwork and passed a two-day First Aid Certification Training course.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,046.54 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,046.54 |
Program Evaluation
The students learned how to work with others. It also helped students to become a valuable part of the social economics of community living.
Cayoose Creek Band
Lillooet, BC
Program Activities
The summer students enrolled in Emergency First Aid and were part of a Summer Day Camp. Activities included swimming, camping, crafts and participated in kayaking lessons.
Participant Learned Skills
The summer students learned how to work in a team environment and gained skills in scheduling and arranging field trips.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |5 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,570.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,270.60 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Day Camp has been in operation for over three years and this year children were turned away as there were not enough Camp leaders. Overall, the program has been very successful in the community.
Chawathil First Nation
Hope, BC
Program Activities
A Youth Justice Worker was hired to set-up an office, phone lines, go to court to introduce a student to the clients and probation officer. The position also involved setting up a on-reserve women’s self defense in Hope, BC. Other program activities included attendance to community workshops, worked with youth clients, cultural training and interacted with community members.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned first aid, computer skills, security training, medicine wheel and women’s self defense. Other learned skills included oral and written communication skills, scheduling and time management.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,543.87 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,543.87 |
Program Evaluation
The students gained valuable work experience by networking with organizations and agencies. The students gained self-esteem and self-confidence during their program.
Cheam Indian Band
Rosedale, BC
Program Activities
The students participated in an Elders Fish Camp and worked a Spud Hut. One student assisted a housing inspector and handed out notices to the community. There were opportunities to work in an office environment and sharpened office skills. Maintenance work was also provided for students to learn about external maintenance.
Participant Learned Skills
Students learned general office skills such as how to operate a switchboard, fax and copy machine. One student learned about culinary equipment and prepared food for a Spud Hut. Communication, organizational and self-motivational skills were learned by all students.
|Total number of students hired |10 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |11 |
| |4 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-27 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 -12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$41,125.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,197.10 |
Program Evaluation
The program was a huge success for the community and the students as it instilled a great sense of pride and accomplishment.
Chehalis First Nation
Agassiz, BC
Program Activities
The Chehalis Community School Summer Recreation Program provided activities for students to design a program brochure, set-up a library and resource area. The indoor activities included painting, coloring cut and paste art, computers, balance board program, reading and talking circles. The students of the community attended field trips to the Harrison Festival of Arts Children’s Day.
Participant Learned Skills
The students developed supervisory, organizational, conflict resolution and mechanical skills during the program. They learned how to work within a group and in the community.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |3 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary and Post |
| |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$9,620.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,200.66 |
Program Evaluation
The school community had a great time providing the students with valuable work experience. All of the activities benefited the students and the community.
Chemainus First Nation
Ladysmith, BC
Program Activities
The program employed six students, a coordinator and five supervisors. All the students participated in First Aid Referee Training, Food Safe and Guided Reading Practices. Although the focus of the program was on the 3 R’s, language, family and fun was an integral part of the program facilitation. Many of the other activities occurred in a new community centre or on a sports field.
Participant Learned Skills
The students gained experience that goes with any job, such as being on time each day, and being prepared to work. Working as a team was also stressed considering the amount of staff involved and being respectful of the existing staff of the childcare centre. Responsibility was a strong virtue to learn and abide by this summer for the students.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |3 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-45 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$24,416.39 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,971.26 |
Program Evaluation
Overall, the summer was a complete success and everyone had a great time. One student who was a student worker was looking at becoming a teacher.
Cheslatta Carrier Nation
Burns Lake, BC
Program Activities
The students worked in the community performing activities for the Elders, restoring a “trail” in the traditional territory. Students worked in an Administration office and participated in secretarial training.
Participant Learned Skills
Many of the students learned about punctuality, cooperation and work ethics. Students also learned how to work daily with the activities of the General Manager. Other students learned organizational skills and learned how education was important.
|Total number of students hired |9 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |5 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,887.08 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,887.08 |
Program Evaluation
The program provided was very successful for the students and the community. The students were provided with a wide variety of work experience and had a better understanding about working in an office environment.
Coldwater Indian Band
Merritt, BC
Program Activities
The majority of the summer workers time was spent on the reserve supervising and planning activities such camping trips, computers and basic wilderness first aid training.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about trip planning, navigation, menu planning and preparation. The students acquired standard wilderness backcountry leadership, hazard awareness, communication skills and teamwork. Computer skills, time-management and problem solving was gained by all the students.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-26 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
| |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,198.88 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,198.88 |
Program Evaluation
The program proved to be a learning and challenging experience for the Summer Recreation Worker. The summer activities were well attended by the youth.
Columbia Lake Band
Windermere, BC
Program Activities
A Student Campground Attendant worked as a Groundskeeper and performed a wide variety of maintenance duties such as repaired picnic tables, painted pump houses, cleaned washrooms and restocked supplies. Other activities included mowing lawns, raked leaves and cleaned fire pits.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned communication skills, time management, and problem solved. The student learned about work safety, worked independently and maintained a positive attitude and behavior while learning new tasks.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,845.44 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,848.55 |
Program Evaluation
The student was evaluated and found to be a quick learner and understood the nature of the summer job.
Comox Indian Band
Courtenay, BC
Program Activities
The summer student worked for a local photography company and was able to work in areas of the company for example, selling equipment, darkroom training, black and white photography, computer photo manipulation and studio lighting.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned many skills working in the photography industry.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |25 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$1,818.54 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,424.72 |
Program Evaluation
The student was able to gain valuable work experience and completed her classroom work in order to receive a certificate in a Professional Development Photography Program.
Cook’s Ferry Indian Band
Spences Bridge, BC
Program Activities
One student worked the whole summer at a campsite doing maintenance work as well as taking money for camping fees. This student also was able to participate in the Creel Census taken during the summer.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about handling cash, counting steelhead catch, general maintenance and repair work. This student learned about independence and accountability.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,925.61 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,925.61 |
Program Evaluation
The student gained valuable work experience and operated the campground over the summer months that it was in operation.
Cowichan Tribes
Duncan, BC
Program Activities
The goal of Camp Cowichan was to provide a fun and safe environment for the children. The summer student received training in First Aid, Water Safety, Health and Safety and Conflict Resolution.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned gained a wide variety of valuable skills and tools from the training, which they utilized through the summer months.
|Total number of students hired |11 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |10 |
| |6 |
| |5 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$21,266.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$21,265.89 |
Program Evaluation
The program was very successful and the students addressed problems, anger, boundaries and feelings. The Camp Cowichan was successful because of the enthusiasm and commitment to the work, and the children was deeply valued.
Ditidaht First Nation
Port Alberni, BC
Program Activities
Three student workers organized a Kids Day Camp for children between the ages of 5-12 within the Ditidaht community. Daily physical and artistic activities included a hosted bake sales, field trips and visits to a local beach.
Participant Learned Skills
Three students learned about working with children in their community. They learned about communication, organizational and planning skills while they provided a Kids Day Camp for the community.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |3 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 – Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,120.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,967.70 |
Program Evaluation
The Kids Day Camp was very successful and provided the three students with valuable work experience, especially working with young children in their community.
Doig River First Nation
Rose Prairie, BC
Program Activities
The students were hired to Community Service Workers and worked alongside Maintenance people and performed assigned work tasks. The youth worked hard at their maintenance tasks and enjoyed the experience of working in an employment environment that lead to earning some income.
Participant Learned Skills
Students gained valuable work experience and learned the importance of being punctual and their assigned work responsibilities. They learned how to work as a team, time management and planning skills.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |3 |
| |0 |
| |5 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,617.74 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,964.14 |
Program Evaluation
The youth were very proud of the work they performed in the community and admitted feeling good after finishing a day’s work. It is hoped to be able to expand the program next summer.
Douglas First Nation Band
Mission, BC
Program Activities
The Office Assistant performed switchboard, recorded incoming mail and distributed throughout the office, maintained a log record of long distance calls and ensured staff sign in and sign out was maintained. The Maintenance Assistant assisted the Maintenance Worker on daily inspections, weekly road checks, home garbage pickups and yard work. The Community Health Representative Assistant made home visits to community members and provided good health care and preventative practices.
Participant Learned Skills
The Office Assistant learned how to perform filing, mail and fax log, bank deposits and how to respond to incoming phone calls for the office. The Maintenance Worker learned to use and maintain equipment, performed maintenance work and how to service generators such as changing the oil and filters. The Community Health Representative Assistant learned how to work closely with the CHR while monitoring the blood sugar level of a diabetic and how to make home visits.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$7,226.36 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The supervisors of the program expressed their pleasure in having students that were willing to work and learn all that they could while they worked.
Ehattesaht Band
Zeballos, BC
Program Activities
The students helped with the Northern Regional Games by coordinated activities and worked with and supervised volunteers. A campout was organized by the students and also assisted with a canoe quest.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about organizing a schedule, planning and taking directions. The students also learned how to supervise volunteers at the Northern Region Games and gained some office skills such as photocopying and word processing.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,871.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,347.66 |
Program Evaluation
The two students were punctual and the extra help to bring about the success of the Northern Region Games was really appreciated.
Esketemc Band
Williams Lake, BC
Program Activities
A few of the program activities of the summer students included a Assistant Secretary in a Band Administration office and performed a wide variety of office tasks such as switchboard, faxing and word processing. The Summer Student Placement Coordinator helping the students fit into their work environment. The Summer Day Camp Coordinator made sure the children activities were fun such as camping, swimming trips and horseback riding. The Assistant Receptionist opened and distributed mail, word processing and used fax machines. There were several other positions in the summer program.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about the office environment, working with children, agriculture, fisheries, daycare and catch monitoring.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |? |
| |3 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-23 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$12,512.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,237.41 |
Program Evaluation
The students wrote in the local newsletter about their work experiences during the summer months. The work opportunities provided the students with experiences that will help them in future life and careers.
Esquimalt First Nation
Esquimalt, BC
Program Activities
The student program activities varied from maintenance to volunteering at a local First Peoples Festival in Victoria, BC. The goal of the program was to provide exposure to how an office operates and to help them understand their responsibilities of First Nations governance.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about teamwork, maintenance, and public relations. They also learned about discipline, life skills and upgraded their computer skills.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,810.02 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,810.02 |
Program Evaluation
The program was a great success this year for the students and the community. The students did learn a wide variety of skills and were given valuable work experience.
Fort Nelson First Nation
Fort Nelson, BC
Program Activities
One student assisted a receptionist with general office work such as answering telephones, handled incoming and outgoing correspondence for the office. Another student was an Assistant to a Youth and Recreation Program and worked on planned and developed new programs for youth groups in the community. Two students assisted a Headstart Coordinator in the delivery of a Headstart Program.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about safety in the workplace, accountability, responsibility and time management skills. They also learned how to deal with children and adults and had the opportunity to be creativity and used critical thinking skills. All of the students learned how to be a team player and supported each other in the workplace.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |4 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,392.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,391.53 |
Program Evaluation
The students gained knowledge of administrative duties and how to be front-line workers. They gained employability skills, which they will utilize in their future career choices.
Gingolx Village Government
Gingolx, BC
Program Activities
The students work activities included letter writing, filing, telephones and computer room monitoring. They also worked on newsletter development work and community survey interviews. A Basketball and Soccer Camp was initiated and there was a Mad Science week with activities that involve experiments, crafts, games, sports and having fun through science.
Participant Learned Skills
The student job placements goals and objectives were to build self-confidence and self-esteem and develop responsibility and self-respect. The students learned with others and developed social skills while working and playing games.
|Total number of students hired |12 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |3 |
| |6 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$20,523.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,593.08 |
Program Evaluation
The students gained excellent job experience in many different areas and they will become the future leaders in the community.
Gitanmaax Band Council
Hazelton, BC
Program Activities
The summer students participated in Cultural and Pioneer Days. The students were enrolled in First Aid and Transportation Endorsement courses. Three students worked the operation of maintenance and performed landscaping. Another student helped out with reception in an office and one student worked at the Gitanmaax Health Centre.
Participant Learned Skills
Students learned about the requirements of working in an employment scenario, punctuality, communication and conflict resolutions. The students also learned about all other avenues for summer employment.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |5 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-22 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
| |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,361.90 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,361.90 |
Program Evaluation
This year the summer program was very challenging, but a journey for student to learn about the responsibilities of being an employee in a workplace that can be stressful and challenging at times.
Gitanyow Band Council
Kitwanga, BC
Program Activities
The students took the role of Youth Worker Assistants and hosted a Summer Day Camp for 7-16 year old children. They chaperoned the children on bowling, swimming, and movie trips to Terrace, BC. The students also participated in craft days and outdoor activities such as hiking to lava beds, soccer and fun days. In the second month of the program the students were assigned to various positions in an office. Activities consisted of switchboard, preparation for meetings, maintained files, photocopied, faxed, and other general office tasks. The students also helped elders, community yard work, cleaning and renovation work.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned to work in an office environment, worked with children, and basic carpentry skills.
|Total number of students hired |12 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |6 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |8-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$14,447.37 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,661.24 |
Program Evaluation
The students gained numerous skills and knowledge of working with children in the community. The students enjoyed their work experience, especially with the younger students and hope to have the chance to do it again next year.
Gitsegukla Band Council
South Hazelton, BC
Program Activities
The students worked in the area of Economic Development and included project work such as home based business, silva culture, watershed restoration and revamped program files. A Summer Student Coordinator was responsible to place students in career related jobs that included working in local stores, home support, water treatment plant, schools and gyms, day camps and various business offices.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about proposal writing, how to prepare basic business plans, designed templates for accounting spreadsheets and home based business proposals. The Coordinator of the program learned supervisory and organizational skills and basic bookkeeping skills.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |15 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |25-30 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$8,855.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,123.60 |
Program Evaluation
The program was a complete success and all the students were provided with valuable work experience. Economic development was a priority in the community so the students had the opportunity to work for fifteen weeks in identified key areas.
Gitwangak Band Council
Kitwanga, BC
Program Activities
The students performed general office tasks such as word processing, letter writing, transposing minutes from meetings, and answered telephones. Other activities included data input onto spreadsheets, housing budgets and routine filing, photocopied and faxed documents. One student was responsible for supervising the operation of a youth centre and ensured its cleanliness and also assisted the youth workers.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about the interview process, hiring practices, and applied for positions. One student gained knowledge about working with budgets and performed routine office activities. Another student learned about working with youth and developed good communication skills.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |20-28 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$7,086.02 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$7,549.21 |
Program Evaluation
The program was a huge success and the students really enjoyed their work experiences and working for the benefit of others.
Gitwinksihlkw Village Government
Gitwinksihlkw, BC
Program Activities
The summer program focused on recreation, community development, life skills and education. In recreation the students worked on improving an outdoor basketball court and a local hiking trail. They also assisted in the Summer Science Camp, which included a hike to the Volcano Cone. The Community Development dealt with environmental clean-up in the community. Students also performed some landscaping. Students worked with the elders that linked with their culture. A few students had job shadowing which included working in a local business fast food outlet, as a receptionist, filing clerk, postal assistant and secretary within the Village Government and working with the local Physical Plant Director. The students had map reading, report writing and learned about the Village Charter and the new laws.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about the areas of recreation, community development, life skills and education. They learned about their culture through the traditional teachings and wisdom of the Elders in the community. They learned about the Village Charter and the new laws, which now govern due to treaty.
|Total number of students hired |11 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |5 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
| |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$11,064.78 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,965.92 |
Program Evaluation
It was a learning experience for all and it was a very successful program, especially for the students, youth, elders and community.
Gwawaenuk Tribe
Port McNeill, BC
Program Activities
The program goals and objectives were to maximize prevention of alcohol and drugs through sport activities. The summer student performed administrative activities such as prepared a soccer tournament packages, photocopied, faxed, and hand delivery them. Other program activities included networking and researching with local youth workers at a Youth Centre. The student also placed orders from suppliers for the tournament.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about the work involved in hosting a soccer tournament and acquired administrative skills and received cultural teachings. The student also learned about using good communication and organizational skills.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |10 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$1,615.59 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,615.59 |
Program Evaluation
The soccer tournament was a huge success and had a total attendance of 2,000+ throughout the entire weekend. The student was an exceptional student who performed the duties required in planning a soccer tournament.
Hagwilget Village
New Hazelton, BC
Program Activities
The students were involved in a wide variety of programs, activities, and events. The Day Program involved planned, organized, and coordinated activities. Students experienced communication skills in contacted businesses, ordered supplies, developed a calendar of events, and coordinated activities for various age groups. In the program, students also participated in first aid and food safe training. The key components of the Health Career Festival were that the students had to contact the guest speakers, businesses, and community members.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned time-management, interpersonal skills, effective communication, planning, organizing and coordinating skills. Students learned how to operate a switchboard, deal with enquires, communicating with the administration business partners, and operating office and maintenance equipment. The students also learned how to dress accordingly to their assigned tasks, researched other communities’ services and programs, and how to have fun and behave in a safe and mature manner.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |3 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$14,451.93 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,428.28 |
Program Evaluation
The highlight was the successful Health Career Festival the students planned, coordinated, and organized. This was a third successful event planned by the students in the community.
Halalt Band
Chemainus, BC
Program Activities
The summer students planned the entire summer program for children aged 5 to 14 years old. They ran a program two-days per week and went on numerous field trips as well as had sport activities and crafts. The students had fundraising activities and were successful in raising over $1,200.00, which they used for their field trips. The remaining time was spent helping out community members, doing chores for the Elders, and planning activities and training. The five students completed their St. John’s Ambulance First Aid training and received certificates.
Participant Learned Skills
The students had a Life Skills Coach in the workplace to help them learn how to deal with on the job conflicts as well as give them some skills they could use both in school and the workplace. The students did learn about communication and if conflicts did arise, they knew how to deal with them.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |3 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,617.37 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The summer workers produced a booklet at the end of the program and they did an excellent job. All the children had a wonderful time and had excellent feedback from the community. The workers pulled together and made this a memorable summer for all.
Heiltsuk Nation
Waglisla, BC
Program Activities
One youth did very well working in the Maintenance department and performed his duties to the best of his ability. The Office Assistant spent time in job shadowing and performed many office tasks that were common in an administrative setting. A Koeye Camp Child Care Worker position was very rewarding for a summer student. The student worked in camp activities such as a Science Camp, inventory of wildlife on shore, in the salt water and in the fresh water.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned leadership skills, monitored young people in safety with the canoe groups. The students learned to be punctual to the workplace, earned a living, and paid for their own school clothing and school supplies.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8-10 |
| |3 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-27 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$22,000.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$12,519.58 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program was a huge success. All the students did a good job and performed their duties to the best of their ability.
Hesquiaht Band
Tofino, BC
Program Activities
Two students worked with children and organized age-specific activities. In addition, students kept up their own physical attributes in swimming, surfing and running. Both of these Community Workers attended camp with the youth for two weeks and planned exciting games for the children.
Participant Learned Skills
The students applied skills and coached children and helped to train the children for games. They also learned first aid to address any children’s minor injuries. Both learned to prepare a meal for fifteen children at the camp.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |19-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,400.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,085.07 |
Program Evaluation
Both of the university students were in their first-year Arts program and planned careers in teaching children. This was a great opportunity to practice with the children in a camp environment. The children had two super role models and being Hesquiaht First Nations added a great cultural component to the summer camp.
High Bar First Nation
Clinton, BC
Program Activities
The High Bar First Nations provided their summer students with an opportunity to work in an office environment. The students performed general routine office activities such as answered telephones, word processing, in and outgoing mail, faxed, filed and created a community newsletter.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned oral and written communication skills and produced a newsletter as a communication link to the local community. Other learned skills were organized and prioritized work, and being punctual to the workplace.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |2 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$1,692.65 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,692.65 |
Program Evaluation
The summer program was very successful and the students gained valuable work experience and produced a well-received newsletter for the community.
Homalco Indian Band
Campbell River, BC
Program Activities
The students participated in a two-day Career Exploration and Employment Readiness workshop. During the workshops the students had an opportunity to explore different employment options and opportunities to determine what kind of career(s) most interested them. The students did some research about the work environment, job descriptions, wage scales and education requirements. This was follow-up by a two-week work experience placements. For some of the students who had not participated in any work experiences/career placements, the purpose was simply to expose them to the workplace environment.
Participant Learned Skills
The students gained skills in job search, application and interview processes, resume preparation, goal setting, personal time-management, accountability to employers, and very valuable on-the-job work experience and exposure to the workplace environment.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |1 |
| |5 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,732.96 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,732.96 |
Program Evaluation
The skills developed by the students ranged from environmental awareness to career opportunities in forestry and fisheries management. General fitness was also gained through the various hiking and physical activities incorporated into the program.
Hupacasath First Nation
Port Alberni, BC
Program Activities
One post-secondary student was employed as a Research Assistant from July to September 2001. The scope of the work this student managed to complete during this period including transcribed audiotapes of interviews taken from Elders and other relevant community members during a recent Traditional Use Study. The student then conducted an analysis of the interviews and checked for inconsistencies and gaps.
Participant Learned Skills
The student found the information he learned and processed was very educational, useful and important as a First Nations person. One of the most important skills was how to deal with the public, communicating with them in a respectful and organized manner. The student also used a complex Band database. Other learned skills acquired were about the organization and how this position helped to achieve future job opportunities.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |22 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,619.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,655.90 |
Program Evaluation
After the student completed his analysis of the interviews he was able to compile into a historical document for use by the Hupacasath First Nations Treaty department.
Iskut First Nation
Iskut, BC
Program Activities
A program was developed for two post-secondary students and coordinated a High School Summer Employment Program. One position was a Youth Employment Coordinator and the other student worked as a Finance Assistant. Some of the program activities included an implemented culture and identity into programs. The student also performed payroll, record keeping and general business administration.
Participant Learned Skills
Both of the post-secondary students gained valuable work experience in business practices. Other acquired skills included organizational, communication, conflict resolution, budgets, and cultural and traditional skills.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |28-33 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,083.29 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,083.29 |
Program Evaluation
Both of these students gained various skills in the Summer Student Career Program and were very beneficial for them and the community.
Ka:’yu:k’t’h’/Che:k:tles7et’h First Nation
Kyuquot, BC
Program Activities
Two student workers helped with the Northern Region Summer Games. The games involved the youth, children and adults from Kyuquot, Oclecje, Ehattis and Gold River. The summer games wee held July 3-5, 2001. Recreational activities were organized for the young of all ages within the community of Kyuquot, BC. Five students helped with three Rediscovery Camps for youth from ages 5-16 years old.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned organizational, planning, teamwork skills while participating in the Northern Region Summer Games. The students also networked and coordinated activities with other organizations.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,066.64 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,428.28 |
Program Evaluation
The student workers completed a report on their activities, which will be of a benefit to improve the summer program for the workers as well as for the community.
Kamloops Indian Band
Kamloops, BC
Program Activities
The students successfully lead historical tours through a local church. They also researched and studied the history. They had an opportunity to meet tourists of different nationalities. Finally, they were in charge of setting up a computer, hooked up to the Internet where they conducted more research of the history on the local church in the community.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned research methods, computer installation, and responsibilities. They also worked with minimum supervision.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,083.96 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,083.96 |
Program Evaluation
The students were provided with valuable learning experiences through their research work on the history of the local church in the community.
Kanaka Bar Band
Lytton, BC
Program Activities
The students from the Kanaka Bar Band were involved with working an office and also had the opportunity to work in a Maintenance department. The staff welcomed the extra support and the students were very eager to learn.
Participant Learned Skills
The students acquired time-management skills, allowed enough time to perform all tasks. They also learned the importance of punctuality to the workplace. General office skills acquired were telephone, faxing, photocopying, filing and computers. In the maintenance area the students used outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, weed wacking and cleaning reservoirs and chlorinators.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,568.49 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The students were given the opportunity to work in an office environment and gained some skills in the maintenance operations.
Katzie First Nation
Pitt Meadows, BC
Program Activities
The program activities that took place were community based and one event in particular was a grand opening of a Katzie Park in honor of Jeanine Erickson, a community member who had battled cancer. The park was opened in her honor for her dedication to the Katzie children, she never forgot the children. When the park was completed a grand opening included a bench with a gold plate was mounted in honor of Jeanine Erickson. A community feast followed. A task undertaken was prepared salmon and barbeque for great traditional teaching for the students.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about fundraising and organizing for events at the Katzie First Nation. Other skills learned were teamwork, trusting others, and office procedures.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |8-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,004.45 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,004.45 |
Program Evaluation
The summer program was successful and the Band wants to definitely hire another student for next year’s program. The skills learned by the students will go a long way for them.
Kispiox Band
Hazelton, BC
Program Activities
The students were placed in various positions throughout the community. Activities were for the youth and Elders, office procedures, greeted customers, promoted sales, village maintenance, and on-air radio announcements. Other students worked in a Cultural Centre, maintenance, and a Rediscovery Camp for youth.
Participant Learned Skills
The students were given the opportunity to learn knowledge and skills in a variety of positions. Skills learned consisted of office procedures, communication, inventory, ordered supplies, answered telephones, scheduled appointments and traditional and cultural teachings.
|Total number of students hired |10 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |3 |
| |6 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$9,862.52 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$8,550.99 |
Program Evaluation
The program funds enabled the Kispiox Band Council to provide an annual service as well as an opportunity for youth to learn various skills, especially working with the Elders, trained counselors and the young children in the community.
Kitamaat Village Council
Kitamaat Village, BC
Program Activities
The main activities for the students was under the direction of a Human Resource Administrator and assisted in receptionist duties such as answered telephones, inventory control, filed brochures, filed correspondence, airline reports/interface, inventory control of transportation documents, daily mail, documented delivery to corporate accounts, set up a client database, email database/Internet and programmed a fax machine.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned various software programs such as Word Perfect, Microsoft Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint. They also learned about strengthening their communication and interpersonal skills and also enhanced their teamwork skills.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |20 |
| |3 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |26-39 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$9,051.60 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$7,395.09 |
Program Evaluation
The students were provided with training and the outcome was successful with students developing unique research techniques and databases.
Kitasoo Band Council
Klemtu, BC
Program Activities
The students were hired as Cultural Host and Interpreter leading guests on cultural and historical tours of Klemtu and accompanied a Lead Guide on the Ecotours. The students provided information that included, but not limited to, important dates and significant events in the development of Klemtu, social customs, ethnobotany, economic issues, resource issues the importance of fish and fishing to the community, local art, Tsimshian and Heiltsuk language and issues around the regaining the Kitasoo/Xaixais cultural heritage.
Participant Learned Skills
The project was successful and the students gained and/or enhanced many skills that included front-line public relations, interpretation and customer services skills. Computer, office administration and research skills were learned and included participation in a First Host training workshop.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |12 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |23-27 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$7,875.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,465.03 |
Program Evaluation
The students were an integral part of the Klemtu tourism team and knowledge brought from their research was a major part of the tourism program in Klemtu. This program gave the students and opportunity to gain some great work experience.
Kitkatla Band Council
Kitkatla, BC
Program Activities
The students performed clerical work in the Kitkatla Band office, Resource office and recreational/educational activities for the youth, and community maintenance work. Resume and Interview Skills workshops were organized for the students as well as a Career workshop.
Participant Learned Skills
Most of the skills the students gained came from office work. Organizational skills were one of the major skills the students improved on. Filing systems were also learned for organizing a file cabinet of office documents. Computer skills were improved and some of the students learned about software programs. The students learned how to prepare a resume and mock interviews. Students learned in the Career workshop about what kind of career they want to go into when they complete their education. Students also learned about maintenance work.
|Total number of students hired |12 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |6 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$12,580.75 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,053.66 |
Program Evaluation
The program was a wonderful learning experience not only for the students but also for the supervisors. The students learned about the importance of being responsible and reliable.
Kitsumkalum Band Council
Terrace, BC
Program Activities
The two students hired for the summer worked with a Forest Renewal crew and participated in mapped creeks and analyzed stream channel noting stable and unstable sections. They assisted in recommending strategies for correcting instabilities and used findings from stream channel studies for developed community-based watershed restoration plans. The students also examined all impediments to fish access to upper creeks, assessed drainage, terrain stability and developed deactivation work plans for roads. They also worked with a Watershed Biologist to do assessments and feasibility studies.
Participant Learned Skills
Both students were in their second and third year of a National Resources Program at the Northwest Community College. They both felt the summer jobs helped them understand what they had learned in books.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |22-30 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,704.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,582.40 |
Program Evaluation
The work of both these students enabled them to use their formal education knowledge with practical work knowledge.
Klahoose First Nation
Cortes Island, BC
Program Activities
A student helped organize and deliver a Summer Science and Technology Camp for students in the community. This student organized and coordinated the Klahoose Learning Centre and worked closely with youth and adults on various computer and multimedia equipment and helped supervise field trips. Some of the work included reports, newsletters, reception and video productions.
Participant Learned Skills
The skills acquired included word processing and writing reports. Computer skills were learned on the Internet, computer troubleshooting with printers, monitors, scanners, web cams, CD burners, hardware and software. In the multi-media area the student learned about using a Sony digital camera, Sony digital Maciva camera and Macintosh movie software for producing movies, production of posters and newsletters.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,964.14 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,964.14 |
Program Evaluation
Both the student and the Klahoose Learning Centre staff enjoyed working with the youth and the community through the activities of this program.
Kwadacha Band
Prince George, BC
Program Activities
The main student activities were under direct supervision, care and maintenance of the school grounds. One of the students worked in village maintenance and the other student worked as a School Maintenance Assistant. The students hauled soil, gravel, weeded and watered plants, constructed and maintained garden beds, and watered and mowed lawns. The students were also involved in greenhouse operations cared for seedlings, transplanted, fertilized and cared for plants.
Participant Learned Skills
The students acquired precise and practical information related to the growth cycle of various plants and vegetables. Attendance to work was learned and the importance of assuming responsibility for work duties. Students learned about basic carpentry tools, tracked temperature and humidity in an enclosed space, monitored water levels, soil testing, shrub and tree pruning as well as the joys of hard work and gardening.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$7,200.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,811.80 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program was very successful because of the guidance the students received from the Kwadacha Band employees.
Kwakiutl Band Council
Port Hardy, BC
Program Activities
Two students were hired for summer positions as a Promotional Career Coordinator and Visitor Information Counselor. A 2002 “Role Model” Career Calendar was developed for promoting career options to youth and children. The Coordinator’s main aspects of the project included potential role models recruitment, interviewed role models, arranged photo sets, liasioned with printing company, and selected final products. The Counselor received Super Host Fundamentals and Visitor Information Counselor certification. In addition, the student received extensive training in verbal and written communication skills. The student also received extensive training in a multitude of office procedures.
Participant Learned Skills
The Coordinator acquired employable skills such as communication skills, responsibility, adaptability and importantly working with others. Additional skills included role model interviews, developed terms of reference, created consent forms, coordinated times for interviews, and recorded interviews into a profile form. The Counselor learned a variety of skills and abilities in office procedures such as capturing statistics, word processing, and compiled research for reports and made reservations.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9 |
|Total funding spent on program |$9,081.51 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,081.51 |
Program Evaluation
Both projects were extremely successful and both students learned from being in the program. Recommendations were given to improve future projects.
Kwantlen First Nation
Fort Langley, BC
Program Activities
The students assisted a teacher and helped young children in reading, writing, and story telling. The students also assisted a Recreation Worker’s with external trips such as Science World, Planetarium, Fish Farms and the Vancouver Aquarium. Other activities included general office work such as word processing, membership updates, filed, and office inventory.
Participant Learned Skills
The students acquired the necessary skills to work well with people of all ages and job types. Students learned how interview parents and children, researched recreation information on the Internet, and designed recreation plans. Students also learned intervention and mediation skills such conflict resolution for children, and designed and wrote daily activity reports.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,308.13 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,386.19 |
Program Evaluation
The students developed their leadership skills and took an active position within their community.
Kwikwetlem First Nation
Coquitlam, BC
Program Activities
The student worked at landscaping such as weed eating, brush clearing and trails down to the water. This student also performed general office tasks that included answered phones, faxed and photocopied. Additional work included building benches and preparation for an annual feast for about 600 guests.
Participant Learned Skills
This was the first time this student had used equipment while performing landscaping activities. The student learned about safety and worked with proper tools and kept them clean and put them away when finished. Office skills learned were to effectively use a switchboard and respond to incoming calls in a professional, business manner. The student also learned how to organize work groups for the annual feast and clean-up.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,115.59 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,615.59 |
Program Evaluation
This has been a great summer for all students and the summer student worked very hard, and he enjoyed working as a team player for the community.
Lakahahmen First Nation
Deroche, BC
Program Activities
A student researched and documented all file information pertaining to the Lakahahmen First Nation. The student collated and organized all records within the past 30 years, in chronological order. Other activities included archives, filed records, data entry and worked in a front reception area. The student also assisted in planned youth activities, youth camp, PNE trip, video dance and a summer picnic.
Participant Learned Skills
The student gained skills in research methods, archives, data entry and filed records. Other skills acquired were in an office, overseeing a front reception area utilizing communication skills, and used tact and diplomacy. The student learned planning and organizational skills while working with the youth.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,410.80 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,410.80 |
Program Evaluation
The student was found to quite versatile and a very valuable employee. We were close in the creation of a database and will be completed and used by employees for easy file retrieval and management.
Lake Babine Nation
Burns Lake, BC
Program Activities
The student worked as a Camp Director and Camp Coordinator and assisted the activities of a Rediscovery Camp such as assisting campers, and all aspects of camp experiences. There were Administrative Assistants in various areas and some of the activities were of general office tasks such as filing, word processing, recording minutes, meeting clients, and receptionist duties.
Participant Learned Skills
Students learned wilderness survival, interpersonal skills, and many traditional skills. There were many office skills learned that included telephone etiquette, typing, filing documents, and organizational skills.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |4 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-22 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$14,525.80 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$13.868.13 |
Program Evaluation
The program was successful as the Lake Babine Nation was able to provide valuable work experience to the youth in the Nation.
Laxgalt’sap Village Government
Greeenville, BC
Program Activities
Three crews worked during the summer in small groups with a supervisor. The student’s main tasks were to improve the appearance of the community. The tasks were painting a Recreation Centre, landscaping a ball field, cemetery and property. Other activities included students completed a door-to-door survey, resume workshop and minor renovations to homes.
Participant Learned Skills
Students learned about an employee policy manual and how to adhere to the requirements of an employee. The students learned about landscaping, painting, and about compiling a resume.
|Total number of students hired |19 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4-11 |
| |5 |
| |14 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-29 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$33,079.31 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$9,976.60 |
Program Evaluation
A variety of ideas were brought to the work site everyday and students learned about working in a crew environment that involved teamwork and being a team player.
Lax-kw’alaams Band
Port Simpson, BC
Program Activities
The students in the program were provided with work learning experience where students took responsibility for being punctual to the workplace. The students worked efficiently, cooperatively and safely. The students were Recreational Assistants who develop a Summer Recreation Program under the direction of the Band youth workers and also supervised the recreation activities.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about work rules and working cooperatively as an important step towards success of work goals.
|Total number of students hired |8 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |3 |
| |5 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$14,857.56 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$14,857.56 |
Program Evaluation
One issue that remains was a funding concern and the lack of funding for supervision and the purchase of additional required equipment for student programming.
Little Shuswap Lake Band
Chase, BC
Program Activities
An Office Assistant worked in an Accounting department. Some of the office tasks included sorting and organizing files, and front desk receptionist duties for at least one day a week.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned time-management, organizational and interpersonal skills. Other skills learned were filing systems, telephone manners and maintained confidentiality when handled Band documents.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,156.79 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,156.79 |
Program Evaluation
This was a very important position for all Band offices to create job opportunities for their students. The students gained a better understanding of different departments and resources that were available.
Lower Kootenay Indian Band
Creston, BC
Program Activities
A Receptionist Assistant and Maintenance Assistant were hired for the summer to work at the Lower Kootenay Indian Band. Some of the activities included for the Receptionist Assistant were to answer telephones, record incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail, photocopied and faxed. The Maintenance Assistant performed landscaping, painting, park maintenance and cleaning downspouts and eave troughs.
Participant Learned Skills
The Receptionist Assistant learned telephone skills, how to record and track ingoing and outgoing mail, photocopied, general office procedures and the ability to converse with clients. The Maintenance Assistant learned how to properly care for grass and plants, preparatory work for painting and general garden maintenance.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4-5 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,727.47 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,540.31 |
Program Evaluation
The students became acquainted with an office environment and achieved an understanding of the overall workplace. Both students had an exposure to two career choices for consideration.
Lower Nicola Indian Band
Merritt, BC
Program Activities
The summer student researched old files at the Tribal Council and photocopied all related materials. The student was sent to Victoria Archives and worked with one of the Band research companies. Another visit was made to Vancouver’s Archives and the student had an opportunity to look at original surveys, maps and materials. A final trip was made to the local Nicola Tribal Association to research and copy any relevant Lower Nicola Band files.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about professional research and about her own Band and community. The student returned with a wealth of research material and experience from her program activities.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |29 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,853.89 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,853.89 |
Program Evaluation
The opportunity to provide this program has helped the Lower Nicola Indian Band become more aware of its history and too maintain historical records.
Lower Simikameen Indian Band
Keremeos, BC
Program Activities
Both work placements consisted of job shadowing a Cultural Worker, Community Health Representative, Infant Development, Diabetes and Youth Workers. One student was required to put on her own workshop for the youth on HIV/AIDS.
Participant Learned Skills
The students started the summer by reviewing band employee policies, recognized the importance of why they were there and also to understand how the line of authority runs an organization. Their main focus was the importance of accountability for their positions. These included: filled out proper timesheets, and requests for leaves and overtime forms. Throughout the summer they learned and developed their own work ethics. They learned communication skills by working with other staff and having to organize their own work placements.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,500.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,542.09 |
Program Evaluation
Both students have excelled in teamwork and leadership skills by participating in staff meetings and team building activities, as well as choosing certain staff members to job shadow. The students were provided with a wide area of opportunities to increase their career interests, and also providing their own capabilities in being future role models.
Lyackson First Nation
Chemainus, BC
Program Activities
Two students assisted a Program Coordinator with summer activities such as participating with children on trips to a swimming pool, playing soccer and football, and craft making. At the end of the summer they had a campout for two nights with the children.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned to be attentive, supportive, and involved in the programs that were conducted during a short period of time. The students supervised children under the direction of the Program Coordinator.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |10 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,424.72 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,424.72 |
Program Evaluation
The summer students were at all times, with the presence of the Program Coordinator, minding the children, ensuring their safety, participation, and above all their involvement with the program.
Lytton First Nation
Lytton, BC
Program Activities
The Lytton First Nation hired five students to work in the following positions as a Culture Resource Librarian, Office Support Worker, Recreation Workers and Lands Researcher. Some of the program activities included scheduling interviews with any elders or community members. The information shared was then transcribed. Regular office duties such as answering telephones, filing and word processing was done at the Band Administration office. Two students assisted a Healing Gathering and fundraising and one adult student conducted research, recorded and filed information on lands issues for the Band.
Participant Learned Skills
A student encountered real life challenges while interviewing elders and helped to understand some of the reasons why some people behave the way they do. Another student experienced working on his own, and also working with a group.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |3 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-25 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,670.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,169.29 |
Program Evaluation
All the summer students attended an Anger Management workshop, helped at fundraisers, helped at a Healing Gathering and participated in many community activities. It was a good learning experience for all of them.
Mamalilikulla-Qwe’Qwa’Sot’Enox Band
Campbell River, BC
Program Activities
Four trainees worked in Public Works and received a safety orientation for their first two days of work. The trainees were divided into two groups and worked with a public works crew. The program activities selected highest priorities for grass cutting in the community. Three times during the summer, 61 on-reserve homes had their grass mowed and also had power washing done on the elders home that included the exterior windows as part of the project. A young student worked in an Elders Support Program in a Mentorship Program. One trainee attended an Elders Conference with 23 elders and two other volunteers.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about safety 100% of the time and encouraged each of them to learn about what their responsibility was to prevent accidents. A student in the Elders Program learned to prepare nutritious meals for the elders.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,683.95 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,696.21 |
Program Evaluation\
It proved to be a great learning experience for the young trainee and of assistance to our regular staff members.
Matsqui First Nation
Matsqui, BC
Program Activities
The summer students were encouraged to search for employment in other fields during their work experience at the beginning of the school year. The positions were Receptionist, Store Clerk, General File Clerk and Cook. Program tasks included answered telephones, faxed, filed, word processing, food preparation, shopping, inventory, and cashiered.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about phone skills, time management, punctuality, responsibility, and teamwork. Many of the students learned and came to respect the office workers due to onsite work regarding the responsibilities to the general band membership.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,732.96 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,732.96 |
Program Evaluation
The students walked away with a great pride of completion of summer work experience and they look forward to next summer.
McLeod Lake Indian Band
McLeod Lake, BC
Program Activities
The McLeod Lake Indian Band Health department had the opportunity to have students work with the Community Health and the Executive Assistant. The students had individual tasks that included documenting reports on training ventures, and filled out forms.
Participant Learned Skills
These summer positions allowed the young people to learn more about a work environment, team players, and some of the issues that affect their people living in semi-remote community in the areas of health, social, politics and culture.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |3 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,773.27 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,773.27 |
Program Evaluation
This initiative gave the students an opportunity to be employed rather than idle. Keeping them busy and having some sort of schedule to live by deters them from getting more involved with drugs and/or alcohol and to encourage a positive lifestyle. This program was an asset for First Nations communities.
Metlakatla Band Council
Prince Rupert, BC
Program Activities
Three students were placed with the Laxspa’aws Pike Island Guided Tours and the Metlakatla Ferry Service Ltd. There was a concentration on tours and alternated as Assistant Tour Guides and then deckhands for a ferry service. Students delivered oral presentations of the tour, preparation of lunch and facility maintenance.
Participant Learned Skills
The skills acquired by the students were learned by the delivery and oral presentation of Laspa’asws Pike Island Tours, assisted the passengers on an off the ferry, collected tickets and fares from passengers, secured and untied vessel from dock, answered and directed incoming calls, basic cleaning and maintenance of all vessels.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4-7 |
| |3 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-34 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,584.58 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,582.40 |
Program Evaluation
The job results were accurate, timely, and safe charters and passenger service as well as friendly, informative and respectful dealings with the public.
Moricetown Band Administration
Moricetown, BC
Program Activities
The program incorporated career planning for the four students and focused on each of their career goals to be a lawyer, artist, business and teacher. The students took a course to assist with Internet and basic computers. The types of summer positions provided were Campground Assistant, Reception Clerk, Operation and Maintenance Worker.
Participant Learned Skills
The Campground Assistant developed skills in customer service, communication and by the end of program was able to answer tourist’s questions. The student also learned how to perform cash reconciliation. The Reception Clerk was able to develop a skill in switchboard operation, filing, and public relations. The student also developed organizational skills by assisting other students in enrolling in computer training. The Operations and Maintenance Worker learned about a water treatment plant, sewer lines and carpentry related skills in the construction of a concession stand and recreation park.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,207.78 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,207.78 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program went well, and the students developed job related skills as well as experience in a career related field.
Mount Currie Band
Mount Currie, BC
Program Activities
For the interest and needs of the children in the community it was decided that a Daycamp was a first priority. Each worker was scheduled with different age groups each day with scheduled breaks in order to have someone supervising the children at all times. The activities provided for the children were painting, writing, English, Mathematics and Poetry tutoring for those interested. Outdoor activities included soccer, dodge ball, Indian baseball, and swimming at a pool, community nature hikes and outdoor swimming at a local lake.
Participant Learned Skills
The Daycamp workers experienced all levels of the cycle and achieved an overall balance of accomplishment and enhanced all areas of their employment. All workers were challenged physically, emotionally and found a higher level of independence, accountability as well as work performance on how to successfully stay employed.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7-8 |
| |3 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,519.60 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,477.49 |
Program Evaluation
The Daycamp overall achievement for the summer was a fulfillment, experience and educational for all involved, especially for the children. New talent and confidence was built into each worker at their own pace, all workers were thankful for the opportunity for summer work.
Mowachaht/Muchalaht Band
Gold River, BC
Program Activities
The students hired in the program participated in the following activities that consisted of designing and developing a web site for the community, collecting information, pictures and preparing text. A catalogue was prepared for a Lending Library, a temporary retail operation include stock form a gift shop inventory. The students also assisted with a coordinated annual community campout and hosted an annual summer celebration. All the students took First Host Tourism Hospitality training course and a First Nations Entrepreneurial Training session.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned how to make a web page, how to get a task done, to be punctual, to work with others, and to take responsibility. Communication skills were learned when using the telephone.
|Total number of students hired |9 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |2 |
| |7 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,468.80 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,158.57 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program was a success and the students had valuable learning experiences.
Musqueam Indian Band
Vancouver, BC
Program Activities
Students work placements consisted of clerical administrative support, visual and performing arts and junior youth worker. Clerical administrative tasks included transcribed oral history tapes, computer scanning, filed, photocopied and faxed documents. The visual and performing arts activities included developed arts and cultural programs for youth, costume design and stage set-up, process of casting and auditioning, painting, drawing, molding, casting and carving. The Junior Youth Worker developed educational programs, conducted workshops and worked with recreational leaders regarding field trips.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned good work habits, communication and interpersonal skills. They also learned about team building, personal awareness, self-esteem building, and leadership skills, as well as cultural identity.
|Total number of students hired |20 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |15 |
| |5 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
| |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$35,133.28 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,085.07 |
Program Evaluation
The Musqueam Indian Band career placements for youth were in administrative support, summer recreation, visual and performing arts and community health fields. It allowed the youth to experience and explore potential career fields and assisted them in developing a sense of their future education and employment goals.
Nadleh Whuten Indian Band
Fort Fraser, BC
Program Activities
The summer students worked on the beautification of the local reserve. Students mowed lawns around the community schools and Band office. The roadsides were kept mowed and raked to improve the look of the community. New trees were planted throughout the community. Students planted and watered the trees. Some of the older students did some brush thinning in areas where visibility was poor on the local roads. Other program activities included students working in a local community store, the Band office, and some students were assigned to work at Elder’s homes that required painting and general upkeep.
Participant Learned Skills
Students obtained experience working with the public. They also learned how to pump gas and do gas dips, operated a cash register, restocked shelves, conducted inventory and purchased orders. Students learned the importance of punctuality to the workplace, included their work experience in their resume for future job opportunities and were also able to use work experience hours towards their graduation credits.
|Total number of students hired |12 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |6 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$12,000.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,811.80 |
Program Evaluation
The students were given the work experience that gave them an opportunity to work in employment positions and gain valuable employment skills.
Namgis First Nation
Alert Bay, BC
Program Activities
Summer students were hired to work in a Youth and Teen Centre Program for eight weeks per participant. Since the summer students were going to be working with children and the youth and provided them with two days of training. All of the participants received their St. John’s Ambulance certificates. The students also participated in a Life Skills and Skills Development course and Self-Esteem workshop before starting to work with the children. An orientation was provided for the students who listened to employment policies and procedures. Some program activities were arts and crafts, nature walks, biking, baking program, World Cup Soccer Camp and campground and trail upgrading.
Participant Learned Skills
The students developed and implemented activity schedules, wrote reports and maintained daily statistics, worked with parents and caregivers and planned camping and outdoor activities. Other learned skills were kayaking and canoeing, safety in the water, cedar bark stripping, weaving and many other fun-filled summer activities.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |3 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-10 |
| |Post- Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$20,000.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$8,782.17 |
Program Evaluation
The summer program was successful and the students worked hard and gained some very good skills. By giving the students an opportunity to work and gain skills will help mold them into good sound careers when they have to make that decision.
Nanoose First Nation
Lantzville, BC
Program Activities
The summer student assisted with taking youth the Coast Salish Summer Games held in Chemainus, BC. The student was an instrumental player and helped organize and ensure each youth ate and was accounted for a bus ride home. The student also helped organize recreation events such as summer picnics, games, gym nights, field trips and youth conferences.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned organizational and leadership skills and worked with youth in the community. Other skills were demonstrated by the student role model qualities, respect and dependability.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,501.78 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,501.78 |
Program Evaluation
Many Coast Salish communities were represented at the Summer Games and the summer student contributed to making this year’s games a huge success.
Nee-Tahi-Buhn First Nation
Burns Lake, BC
Program Activities
The summer students provided youth culturally related activities throughout the summer months. Program activities included hiking in the local territory, picking berries and visiting local traditional sites. The students were trained in several areas of the Band office daily activities such as receptionist duties, bookkeeping, proposal writing, word processing, filing and faxing, and dealing with Band membership.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned leadership, teambuilding, communication and motivation skills. They also increased their knowledge on their traditional culture. Students learned how to create a newsletter to distribute to the Band membership. Other skills learned were basic bookkeeping, community planning and research skills.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |3 |
| |3 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |8-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 7-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$8,485.89 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,923.83 |
Program Evaluation
The program was very successful and without the funds the Band would never been able to complete the jobs for our students or able to even hire them.
Neskonlith Indian Band
Chase, BC
Program Activities
The Neskonlith Indian Band hired a summer student to work as a Receptionist and received training in front office-general office procedures. The work duties included telephone/reception, recorded and distributed incoming and outgoing mail and faxes, photocopied and word-processed documents.
Participant Learned Skills
Based on the student’s training at Neskonlith the student obtained enough skills to further her career. The student learned good oral and written communication skills, computer skills and knowledge of office equipment. Time management and organizational skills were achieved as well as gaining reception experience.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,876.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,351.22 |
Program Evaluation
The summer student was presented with an opportunity to work for the Chief Atahm School.
Nicomen Band
Lytton, BC
Program Activities
The summer student worked directly with a Facilitator/Administrative Assistant in preparing life skills presentations. Activities included word processing, photocopying and helping the other staff in the office. The student also assisted with a Healing and Elders Gatherings and worked with other summer students as required.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about punctuality, time management, and scheduling. Other skills gained included oral and written communication, took direction, accepted criticism and received positive feedback. The student also worked independently and learned how to organize community events.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
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|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,485.00 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,30913 |
Program Evaluation
The student grew a lot during the summer and has more confidence and looks forward to her academic year at a college.
New Aiyansh Village Government
New Aiyansh, BC
Program Activities
The New Aiyansh Village Government hired post-secondary students as a Project Manager and Recreational and Sports Supervisor. Both of these positions were to support the career goals of the students as a teacher and a physical education teacher.
Participant Learned Skills
The Project Manager firstly learned about the interview process to obtain employment. Skills acquired included advertising, supervision, scheduling, and conflict resolution. The student also learned about counseling techniques, budgeting and letter writing. The Recreational and Sports Supervisor learned how to work with children and enhanced their present skills, knowledge and training. The student learned about proposal writing for seeking funds, supervising children, and communication and coordinating various sports events.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
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|Total number of male participants | |
| |6-7 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |25-28 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,516.02 |
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|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,516.02 |
Program Evaluation
The two post-secondary students did an excellent job and the program assisted them in continuing with their career goals and enhanced what they had already learned and empowered them to continue on with their education.
N’Quatqua Indian Band
D’arcy, BC
Program Activities
Two students were hired in positions that reflect possible occupation realities in the rural area. One student worked as a Fisheries Technician Assistant and one student worked as an Office and Health Centre Receptionist.
Participant Learned Skills
The Fisheries Technician Assistant prepared a spawning channel at D’arcy for returning sockeye salmon, counts and tagging fish. The student also examined fish for disease and cleaned the channel regularly. The Office and Health Centre Receptionist answered the telephones, performed word processing documents such as memos and letters. The student also attended staff meetings and training sessions, and learned how to facilitate Elders and children’s meetings.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,318.08 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,694.43 |
Program Evaluation
The Band was very pleased with the level of help provided and the level of training provided for the summer students.
Nuchatlaht Tribe
Zebballos, BC
Program Activities
Three summer students worked in positions as Child and Youth, Secretarial and Filing Clerk. The student in Child and Youth covered all aspects of recreational play, art and education. The Secretarial student worked in an office environment and performed general office duties. The Filing Clerk used a Dewy Filing System and was taught how to date file information.
Participant Learned Skills
The Child and Youth student learned about daily planning, types of recreational play, art and education. The Secretarial student learned how to answer a switchboard call, transfer and log incoming and outgoing calls and faxes. The student learned how to use proper telephone etiquette and messaging system. The Filing Clerk learned basic secretarial skills similar to the secretarial position.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,101.14 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,347.66 |
Program Evaluation
The program focused on individual career interests and created meaningfulness behind the summer positions and hopefully, assisted the students with choices for future career planning and educational goals. The activities related to the program evaluation enabled to measure each area of success.
Nuxalk Nation
Bella Coola, BC
Program Activities
Four students worked as an Office Assistant, Junior Youth Camp Guide, Student Supervisor/Office Assistant and Gas Bar Attendant. The Office Assistant worked in different areas of administration and social development. This involved reception work, writing letters, computer data entry, filing, and answering telephones and photocopying.
The Junior Youth Camp Guide was responsible for enforcing health and safety, camp chores, cultural activities and enforcing isolated wilderness setting-up of camp. The Supervisor/Office Assistant monitored student employees; assigned work is completed, and also wrote letters, computer data entry and other basic office duties. The Gas Bar Attendant worked as a cashier, the gas pump, stocked shelves and performed general clean-up needed at the gas bar.
Participant Learned Skills
Skills learned consisted of reception, communication, work ethics computer and organizational skills. There was leadership, wilderness, parenting teamwork, planning and organizational skills achieved by the students. Many of the students also learned about administrative, report writing, using a cash register, debt cards and credit cards as well as balancing cash at the end of the day.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
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|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |2 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$15,500.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$8,242.75 |
Program Evaluation
These types of work experiences helped the students discover their full potential and their future career goals.
Okanagan Indian Band
Vernon, BC
Program Activities
The Okanagan Band provided youth attending the Alexis Park Elementary School with activities for the summer months. A Summer Youth Recreation Program included activities such as arts and crafts, Slahal games, paintball, field trips, literacy testing, and First Aid workshops.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about program planning, first aid and literacy testing. They also worked independently and learned to work in a team environment. Skills were learned in administrative duties and working with a variety of youth from different age groups.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$9,321.59 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$9,321.59 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Youth Recreation Program was an overall success and was a valuable program for the children in the community. Children remarked on how they enjoyed attending the program.
Old Massett Village Council
Massett Haida Gwaii, BC
Program Activities
The Old Massett Village Council hired summer student for the positions of Janitor Assistant, Maintenance Assistants and Office Assistants. Activities included maintenance work such as painting, cleaning walls, floors and windows, vacuuming and shampooing rugs. The outdoor maintenance assistants maintained the grounds, landscaped, pressure washing buildings and external painting. The Office Assistant performed office tasks such as telephone reception, word processing, survey development and implementation and compiling the results and summarizing responses.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned quality work ethics, punctuality, workplace expectations, interview skills, communication skills, motivation and confidence building.
|Total number of students hired |8 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |5 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$11,980.16 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$11,980.16 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program was very successful and would welcome the opportunity to deliver another program in the future.
Oregon Jack Creek Band
Ashcroft, BC
Program Activities
Two summer students performed a variety of tasks in administration that included attending meetings, assisting a researcher and helped organize an annual Nllaka’oamux Healing Gathering for four days at Pasalko Lake, BC.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned how to present themselves in a mature and professional manner. They learned a variety of jobs in the tribal office such as recorded minutes, catalogued for a researcher, and typed documents using a variety of software programs.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,442.50 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,962.36 |
Program Evaluation
The program allowed the students to become more familiar with the different aspects of the Nation. It also gave the student an opportunity to work outside of the community and meet many new people. The students received encouragement to pursue a career upon completion of the program. Two students have grown in maturity and self-confidence.
Osoyoos Indian Band
Oliver, BC
Program Activities
The Osoyoos Indian Band provided two students with opportunities that supported and assisted them in understanding their future challenges. The students attended workshops to produce letters and resumes, interview techniques and job research strategies. The students worked in the Band Administration office and job shadow all support staff and program managers to better understand the resources needed to sustain an administration office in the community.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned supervision, management, and teamwork principles. Both students learned about office procedures, report and evaluation writing and community planning. They also learned about health and safety issues, to be responsible, and acquired cultural knowledge during their program.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,524.34 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,850.33 |
Program Evaluation
The Osoyoos Indian Band helped the students make choices in their education and help them understand what it is they need to achieve while still in school. They also will know what to look for when applying for employment and how to receive the most out of their career choices.
Oweekeno Nation
Port Hardy, BC
Program Activities
The summer students worked as an Office Receptionist for the Oweekeno Nation. Some of the office duty expectations included working with payroll in finance, administration of incoming and outgoing mail and practicing professional experience in phone and VHF communications.
Participant Learned Skills
These students showed interest in their work and they were pleased to be able to learn a variety of work activities. The different skills learned included communication, organizational skills and good practice in delivering professional services to the public. The students worked independently and as a team, and did well in these areas. The students also respected policy and protocol, advanced computer skills and managed federal mail.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |2-6 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,925.61 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,925.61 |
Program Evaluation
The different things the students had benefited them and will surely help them in their future search of employment, as they were both interested in office work.
Pacheedaht First Nation
Port Renfrew, BC
Program Activities
A summer student position was a Community Youth Leader who facilitated an existing youth community program that involved activities such as a canoe journey, kids program, and science camp. The student developed and implemented programs for youth not serviced by the existing program. The student also was responsible for leading the youth in planned and fundraised special events.
Participant Learned Skills
The summer student learned to network, organize and develop skills in program development. Program scheduling and delivery further refined the student skills for the youth. The student also took the initiative to enhance existing administration skills including program management and finances.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |22 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,925.61 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,925.61 |
Program Evaluation
The Community Youth Leader (CYL) assumed the responsibilities with confidence and competency. During the program the CYL acted as a liaison between the programs and the community, ensuring that the programs were always geared to the youth.
Pauquachin First Nation
Sidney, BC
Program Activities
The summer student was a young woman who was trying to determine her professional goals in life. The student worked along with an Alcohol and Drug Counselor, but with a focus on the youth. Although the position had a high level of confidentiality to protect clients, the student was able to participate in most aspects of the job. The focus for the student was to show the youth a life without alcohol and drugs.
Participant Learned Skills
The summer student was exposed to many new skills and learned about arranging appointments, coordinating activities and supervising programs. The student also learned about using communication skills with the youth. Reporting to work each day was a learned skill as the student was aware that people relied on you, and the gratification when a job was well done.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |10 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,965.05 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,964.14 |
Program Evaluation
The summer student learned many new skills and focused on the youth and the importance of being without alcohol and drugs. The student was kept very busy working with the youth
Penelakut Tribe
Chemainus, BC
Program Activities
The four summer students held positions as Elder’s Helper’s, Office Clerk and a Janitor at the Penelakut Tribe. Two of the trainees worked very well as full-time caretakers and their love for the Elders. The Office Clerk was provided with training and hands-on experiences in every aspect of office duties. This included routine office tasks as well as becoming familiar with a filing system of a Social Development department and an Invoicing department. The Janitorial student performed grounds keeping chores.
Participant Learned Skills
The students acquired skills in the importance of handled chemicals, answered multi-line business telephone, and learned how to send email. They also learned about Coast Salish dialects and worked in the helping field of the elderly.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |3 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-46 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,199.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,198.88 |
Program Evaluation
A student made a comment that her will make that he attends a post-secondary institution after he graduates. The students received valuable work experiences this past summer.
Penticton Indian Band
Penticton, BC
Program Activities
A Sun Fun Summer Recreation Program provided children’s activities throughout the summer. Students worked in an office and were hired for front-desk positions that already had a tremendous knowledge of computer skills. A Maintenance Worker performed overall maintenance within the community. Some of the duties included weekly garbage pick-up, yard maintenance, painting, and fixing fences.
Participant Learned Skills
The skills the students learned were on career related goals being met in terms of their education. Students learned about communication skills such as taking direction, instructions, scheduling activities, knowing how to talk to children and learned about body language. Other learned skills were computer, office, planning and organizing skills. The students also learned about public relation and budgeting skills, and health and safety issues.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6-8 |
| |4 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-27 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
| |Post Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$13,429.50 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,123.60 |
Program Evaluation
The students who worked with the children acquired further experience in dealing with children of different ages and culture. This helped them in relating this to their career goals of either becoming a teacher or Early Childhood Educator.
Prophet River
Fort Nelson, BC
Program Activities
Two secondary students were hired in positions as Secretary and the other as a Store Clerk. The secretary performed general office duties such as mail distribution, recorded minutes at meetings, and word processing. The Store Clerk was responsible for restocked shelves, janitorial duties, inventory, customer service and operated a cash register.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about working as a team, taking orders, organizational and computer skills. The students also learned how to record messages and minutes of meetings and taking inventory.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |5 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,617.37 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The work of the two students in the program was of great benefit for the office at Prophet River Band. The Band was very pleased to have the extra help during the summer period.
Qualicum First Nation
Qualicum Beach, BC
Program Activities
The Qualicum First Nation had a student who was assigned a position of Campsite Attendant. The student performed customer service, general clean-up, provided tourist information and cash management while on shift.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned how to deal with the public and provided customer service in a professional manner. The student also learned how to do cash management and machine operation and good cleaning skills.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,088.72 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,731.18 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Program was a great success and the student consistently improved his skills and had ended the summer confident of his abilities.
Quatsino First Nation
Coal Harbour, BC
Program Activities
Two students were placed with a local business in Port Hardy, BC, a restaurant, and a kayaking company. Students had to submit their resumes and set up their interview time with the employers. One student assisted the public and tourists with directions, answered telephones and arranged accommodations. The students participated in Super Host training.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about punctuality, communication, and phone etiquette. The students received a Super Host certificate. Both students gained skills working with customers and service delivery. The students learned about responsibilities when it comes to being in the workforce.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,170.91 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,850.33 |
Program Evaluation
Overall, the summer students did well with their sponsoring employers. One student was offered part-time work on weekends. This shows that that this opportunity for students to gain work experience does work and students and employers do benefit. We had a good response form the employers that were willing to do this again next year.
Saik’uz First Nation
Vanderhoof, BC
Program Activities
There were three summer students who worked as Village Maintenance Assistants. The students performed landscaping around the local schools, Learning Centres, Fire Hall, and Community Centre.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned to maintain and handle equipment such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, roto-tiller, power saw, and brush saw. The students also learned about safety procedures, team and leadership skills, quotas, proper loading and handling and quantities in a cord of wood. Other skills were budgeting, opening savings accounts at a local bank and completing forms.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |0 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,083.29 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,083.29 |
Program Evaluation
The students from the community learned what Village Maintenance Assistants job entails. The student experiences had an eye-opener to hard labor and the importance of higher education.
Samahquam Band
Mount Currie, BC
Program Activities
A post-secondary student was hired to work as an Office Assistant at the Samahquam Band office. The work tasks included using a two-way radiophone, a satellite phone, and photocopied documents. In addition, the student received training in accounts payable procedures, coded invoices and requisitions from a chart of accounts listing, to posted a batch for cheque issuance.
Participant Learned Skills
The student’s practical experience in accounts payable, under the supervision of the accountant, was introduced to different program budgets under administration. The student learned the importance of timely distribution of incoming mail to an intended recipient.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,964.14 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,964.14 |
Program Evaluation
The student was pleased having the opportunity to receive practical Band office experience and left to go back to school with added incentive to complete her diploma in Administration.
Saulteau First Nations
Moberly Lake, BC
Program Activities
The summer students assisted with the ongoing development of the Salteau First Nations Traditional Cultural Camp. The students worked under the direct leadership of the Muskoti Learning Centre for the purposes of landscaping and developing a traditional cultural camp. Students painted, mowed and raked grass, and assisted with the set-up of new equipment and some light carpentry work.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned the values of teamwork, workmanship, and cooperation through this initiative. The students practiced proper maintenance and leadership skills while developing the cultural camp. In addition, the students planned, coordinated, instruction and monitored groups and/or individuals in various traditional and recreational activities, arts and crafts, and athletic program for the youth in the community.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |0 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,011.20 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,353.00 |
Program Evaluation
The students worked in cooperation with the Saulteau First Nations Sunblasters and received daily guidance form an Education Administrator. This was especially important during the learning period, but was also crucial to the success of the program.
Seabird Island Band
Agassiz, BC
Program Activities
Two secondary students were hired at the Seabird Island Band. One student worked in the Seabird Island Health department and the other student was assigned to the Seabird Island Education department. The student who worked in Health was assigned to an Out-Of-School Program supervised children, crafts, field trips and games. In addition, the student provided one-on-one care for a child that had physical difficulties. The student who worked in education was assigned as a Program Assistant and performed filing, photocopying, running errands, faxing and answering phone calls.
Participant Learned Skills
The student who worked in Health learned the requirements of working in a child care setting and learned about the licensing process. In addition, the student learned that daycare is not just baby-sitting and there was more to the program then she initially thought. The student who worked in education learned how to file correspondence in chronological order. Other skills acquired were how to use the office equipment, a computer, and what types of education programs and services were coordinated.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,085.81 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,121.82 |
Program Evaluation
A student comment was that she enjoyed working in the Education department that allowed her to learn new skills such as writing newsletters and basic correspondence.
Semiahmoo First Nation
Surrey, BC
Program Activities
A student was hired to work as an Outreach Employment Worker with White Rock Beach Adventures. The student assisted other staff with maintenance and the operation of the Beach Adventure Rentals and Sales. In addition, the student provided instructional information to groups wanting to learn how to skim board, kayak and canoeing.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about responsibility on rentals and sales equipment. The student also learned to deal with the public, recorded information and learned how to use the equipment. Other skills acquired were instructional techniques, time management and organizational skills.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$ |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,923.83 |
Program Evaluation
The owner/operator was very pleased with the student’s enthusiasm, outgoing personality and professionalism. This was a win/win situation for the employer, student and Semiahmoo First Nation.
Seton Lake Band
Shalalth, BC
Program Activities
The summer program was successful in that six students were provided with work experience in a number of areas in Band operations. The students were quite busy as staff had time to organize their tasks. The tasks performed by the students included office work such as filing, word processing, newsletters and receptionist duties. Students working in Village Maintenance performed garbage collection, painting, carpentry, and grounds maintenance.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about office tasks such as answering telephones, recorded messages, prepared newsletters, posters and notices. In Village Maintenance the students learned how water samples were taken and how to use garden equipment. The students gained knowledge in punctuality, office behavior, work expectations and opening a bank account.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |1-5 |
| |2 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,755.20 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,505.34 |
Program Evaluation
The summer program was successful in that students were provided with work experience in a number of areas of Band operations. All the students performed well, attendance was perfect, and no remedial action was required.
Shakan Indian Band
Merritt, BC
Program Activities
A summer student worked as a log builder trainee and he took the logs, marked them, set them, and grinded them before he cleaned them up and adjusted the logs. The student also cleaned a deck, moved the scaffolds and greased a loader.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned how to work with little, or no supervision and how to get along with all other age groups. The student also learned how to keep a record of daily activities, log selection, log peeling, operated a power saw, and used loaders and truck cranes.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,077.95 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,077.95 |
Program Evaluation
The native owned business liked the student’s work so much that they had him work longer hours over and above his original contract as a summer student. The Shackan Band greatly benefited from the experience of having one of their very own Band members explore a log building occupation.
Shuswap Indian Band
Invermere, BC
Program Activities
The Shuswap Indian Band hired summer students to work as Maintenance Workers. The maintain activities included fixing lights, patched fences, helped with maintenance work bids and ensured assigned contracts were completed to code specifications. The students also performed water line checks and updated database on maintenance records
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about using carpentry tools, inventory skills, budgets and computer databases. The students also learned about how a business is operated on a daily basis.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |0 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,732.96 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,732.96 |
Program Evaluation
The students accomplished skills to supervise and the ability to work independently and complete the tasks that were assigned to them. For all these students the skills they learned will help them through school.
Shxw’ow’hamel First Nation
Hope, BC
Program Activities
All of the students attended an annual Elders conference as workers and as volunteers. One student attended a Personal Development workshop. A student crew repaired a baseball field, assisted an Elders Fish Camp, and kept the general upkeep of a community playground.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned employer/employee related skills, used of landscaping tools, and managed time and money. For one student it was their very first employment position. By interacting with the Band staff, the student employees gained some knowledge of the operations of a Band. The students also felt some ownership for the equipment they were using because the equipment was Band owned.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-34 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,155.01 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,155.01 |
Program Evaluation
These employment opportunities provided the students work experiences in contributing to their community and their Nation, and the satisfaction of receiving wages for work performed.
Siska Indian Band
Lytton, BC
Program Activities
A student worked as an Assistant for a Non-Timber Forest Program. The student activities included ordered supplies, opened and distributed mail and word processing. In addition, the student helped maintain a clean office area and some filing. The student also worked with lye, mixed ingredients, cut soap and wrapped. The student made jellies and tea labels, worked at craft shows and gatherings.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned the art of soap-making by utilizing traditional products such as rose petals and juniper. Soaps and other products were produced and sold in a gallery. The student also acquired skills and knowledge in general office procedures such as customer service, communication skills and maintained a clean work area.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,617.37 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The student gained valuable experience and knowledge in soap making and retail sales in a Band gallery.
Skeetchestn Indian Band
Savona, BC
Program Activities
One of the main objectives was for a summer student to train in a position as a student researcher and document various types of cultural heritage sources of the Skeetchestn Indian Band. The student developed a database for a Cultural Heritage Overview Program administered by the Natural Resource Department of the Skeetchestn Indian band. The student also developed an archive photo database. Historical photographs from family collections were scanned and described according to their era, subject and personal identification.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned many valuable skills of archival and literature research. The importance of inventory systems became evident in the TUS database referencing exercise. A certificate in First Aid-level one was achieved by participation in a one-day training session. In addition, to technical skills, cultural knowledge was acquired that could only be gained through involvement in community events and relationships.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |12 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |34 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,027.42 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,580.62 |
Program Evaluation
No recommendation was made to improve the summer student work experience and it was more than adequate and a great opportunity for any future summer student placements.
Skidegate Band Council
Skidegate, BC
Program Activities
The Skidegate Band Council combined their funding sources to employ thirteen students. Students worked in the Skidegate Day Centre and were students who enjoyed the summer employment.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned several extremely important lessons included making sure they got to work on time, customer courtesy, listening to your boss, and no work, no pay policy.
|Total number of students hired |13 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |7 |
| |6 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$20,349.76 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,969.48 |
Program Evaluation
Hopefully, the students will continue their education and become Early Childhood Educators for the Skidegate Band community.
Skin Tyee Band
Southbank, BC
Program Activities
A student developed a template for different documents geared towards an education policy.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about Windows 98 and included courseware versus hardware, introductions to Windows 98, running programs, managed files and folders, and customized Win 98 and accessories.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,223.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,155.01 |
Program Evaluation
After the student finished a 200-page text he helped other summer students to learn about the Internet, E-Mail and retrieving and saving documents. There was such an interest in showing members and students the Internet. It was felt this was more than enough to prove the program was a success.
Skatin Nation
Mount Currie, BC
Program Activities
Summer recreation activities were provided for the local children and youth. Samahquam First Nation and Coast Mountain Society for Community Healing were to cooperate in hosting a summer camp for Aboriginal youth in the valley. An Activity Coordinator was hired to perform a variety of tasks such as camp set-up, registration, nature walks, swimming, sand castle competition and rock painting. Junior Camp Leaders assisted in all activities and focused on all the children in games and activities.
Participant Learned Skills
This was the first outdoor youth camp experience for the Activity Coordinator. The student learned all the routines and expectations. The student also learned to assign duties to campers for clean-up, helped prepare meals and organized a daily schedule. One junior camp leader learned how to build a kitchen shelter.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |1 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-34 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,911.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,773.27 |
Program Evaluation
The community and the school students benefited from the outdoor camping experience and all the campers were eager to return, and many of the 12/13 year old students were looking forward to when they can become junior camp leaders in future years.
Skowkale First Nation
Sardis, BC
Program Activities
A Youth Coordinator was hired to work with youth of all ages. The Coordinator ensured that recreation activities were available during the summer in the community. The tasks included developed calendars and work plans, a number of day and overnight camps were offered by outside organizations. A Soccer Day Camp and Culturally Based Teen Camp was available due to the work of the Youth Coordinator. Field trips to a Game Farm, Aquarium, and Science World were also opportunities for the Coordinator to provide information and exercises to the youth.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned program development, planning, scheduling, organizing and fundraising skills.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |10 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |31 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,461.15 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,655.90 |
Program Evaluation
Funding for this summer recreation was supplemented by several fund-raising activities and the financial support allowed additional activities to be added to an already plentiful recreational schedule.
Skuppah Indian Band
Lytton, BC
Program Activities
A summer student worked at the Band office in different departments. The student answered telephones, filed, faxed, and a small amount of cleaning, errands and checking mail.
Participant Learned Skills
The student acquired telephone techniques, time management and office skills such as filing, faxing and photocopying.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,380.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,731.18 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program went well, and the staff welcomed the extra support. The student was eager to learn new skills in an office environment.
Skwah First Nation
Chilliwack, BC
Program Activities
The two students were employed for the summer and took a class in Worker’s Compensation Branch (WCB) Occupational First Aid Level One. The students received on-site safety training with small machinery such as weed eater, lawnmower and other maintenance equipment.
Participant Learned Skills
The students were very helpful in working and learning about Band Maintenance. Both students acquired a WCB Occupational First Aid Level One certificate. They also learned about safety training with small machinery and maintenance equipment.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |10 |
| |0 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |33-35 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,120.04 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,120.04 |
Program Evaluation
Both students were very helpful in assisting in the Band with summer work for the benefit of the student and community.
Skway First Nation
Chilliwack, BC
Program Activities
A student was hired to work as a Youth Recreation Director for the Skway First Nation. The student helped organize activities and supervised youth on field trips such as swimming, craft days, Sumas Children’s Festival, Chehalis Family Camp and a Sto:lo Elders Conference. Additional responsibilities included training in office procedures such as typing reports, answered phones, computer training, filed, faxed and photocopied documents.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned basic office procedures, organizational and communication skills. Additional skills included supervised field trips for the youth.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,633.53 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,578.84 |
Program Evaluation
The program was operated in conjunction with other employment programs. A great deal of activities was done with the youth on the reserve and neighboring communities.
Sliammon First Nation
Powell River, BC
Program Activities
A Day Camp Assistant and Administrative Assistant were hired for a summer program. The Day Camp Assistants planned, organized activities for children ages 6-12 years of age. Duties included assisting with organizing of games and outings according to the parent’s instruction. Children were provided with amusement and exercise. The Administrative Assistants answered telephones, recorded messages, filed and sorted ingoing and outgoing mail. Students also job shadowed a Mechanism Manager to research various career options. The position entailed customer service, resume preparation, Internet research and alpha filing system.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned skills included learning interpersonal skills, communication and computer skills. In addition, they learned decision-making, handling complaints, trouble shooting, operating equipment and filing systems.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |5 |
| |3 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$17,299.99 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,738.30 |
Program Evaluation
The students acquired work experience, knowledge and skills in working with children and by performing general office work.
Snuneymuxw First Nations
Nanaimo, BC
Program Activities
Two students were hired as Recreation Workers for the Snuneymuxw First Nations. The workers were under the direction of the Recreation Director to aid in the implementation of the program. They participated in training that included Emergency First Aid, lifesaving skills, life skills and child behavior management. The workers helped chaperone children and youth on field trips and intervention and prevention workshops.
Participant Learned Skills
The students received an Emergency First Aid certificate, Royal Lifesaving Skills certificate and Super Host. They learned oral and written communication skills, child behavior management skills, and conflict resolution skills. Both students also learned about FAS/FAE children, team building skills, as well as setting goals and boundaries.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$8,353.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$7,857.45 |
Program Evaluation
It was a great learning experience for these students to work together with a team to implement a great Summer Recreation Program for the community.
Soda Creek First Nation
Williams Lake, BC
Program Activities
A summer student was hired to work in an Education Centre and performed a variety of job activities. The student answered telephones, produced cheque requisitions, photocopied documents and filed. The student also assisted with the preparation of a Graduation dinner. Additional activities included accompanying youth to a Water Park, train ride and trip to a lake.
Participant Learned Skills
The summer student learned more in-depth Public Relations and left with an in-depth understanding of the working world, as apposed to student versus teacher life.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,926.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,925.61 |
Program Evaluation
The student was very adaptable to all working situations, especially co-workers versus youth. This was a big part of the student’s area this summer and an eye-opener too; the student had the ability to wear several hats in one day proved phenomenal.
Songhees First Nation
Victoria, BC
Program Activities
Both students were hired as Coordinators to plan and administer a Children’s Summer Day camp for up to 40 children ages 5-12, and supervised three young assistants. This also included planned and managed successful fundraising activities, which provided several field trips for children. The Information Gathering developed a comprehensive questionnaire, oversee two younger student assistants in gathering statistical data from community members and created a database form the information collected.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned a variety of skills in dealing with various people both positive and negative. They also learned some background in Band policies and procedures. One student learned about interviewing skills and protocol from an Elder.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7-9 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |25-29 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,773.27 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,773.27 |
Program Evaluation
The students hired more than lived up to the expectations of the program. They came up against several obstacles, but rose to each occasion. The students gained many new perspectives from their work.
Soowahlie Band Administration
Cultus Lake, BC
Program Activities
The Soowahlie Band hired two Youth Office Clerk trainees for summer work. The trainees filed, answered phones, processed faxes and mail, photocopied documents and archived the past year’s files. The trainees also arranged some youth activities and helped build a community garden.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned administrative work such as word processing, computers, editing newsletters and filing systems.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-24 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,002.67 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,002.67 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program went very well and the students produced some exceptional work during the summer. We look forward to carrying out the same programs next year.
Spallumcheen Indian Band
Enderby, BC
Program Activities
The summer students were hired to be Maintenance Workers and performed work activities that consisted of painting fences, mowing lawns, and weeding flowerbeds. The students also assisted with the set-up of a Shuswap Cultural three-day event and ground maintenance for a Shuswap Gathering.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned supervisory, organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills. They also learned about basic yard maintenance and painting techniques.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8-11 |
| |1 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-38 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$8,175.30 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,044.76 |
Program Evaluation
The program this year was very well organized and found that having a student supervisor was very helpful. None of the existing staff were taken away from their regular job duties.
Squamish Nation
North Vancouver, BC
Program Activities
The Squamish Nation summer students were hired as an Office Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Cultural Events Worker, Youth Worker, Cultural Events Worker and Cultural Assistant. The students prepared and organized a cultural event, inventory, and distributed documents. General office tasks included answering incoming telephone calls, recorded messages, filed and mail distribution. The students also did public maintenance, weed eating, racking, and cleaned the Elders yard and cemetery.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about punctuality, communication skills, and opened to new learning. In addition, the students learned about cultural events, planning and organizational skills. The students also learned about general office tasks.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8-13 |
| |3 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$18,993.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$18,992.62 |
Program Evaluation
The students acquired skills to assist them in their education and professional endeavors. The positive work environment created many inspiring memories that will be with the youth through their professional lives.
Squiala First Nation
Chilliwack, BC
Program Activities
The Squiala First Nation endeavored to provide a variety of projects for the students to participate in. These included organizing a baseball tournament, assisted with a traditional Elder’s fish camp, attended a youth camp, swimming lessons, fundraised, computer training, operation and basic administrative support services.
Participant Learned Skills
The students were given the opportunity to learn valuable interpersonal, organizational and communication skills though oral and written reporting. In addition, they learned general office skills such as computers, photocopying and faxing. The students also learned to respect authority, accountability, and taking personal responsibility for their actions. They learned to work together cooperatively and the value of planning projects. The students were also exposed to many traditional and cultural activities such as active participation in an Elders Traditional Fish Camp, where they learned how to clean, cook, can and wind dry salmon. Through the participation of the Elders, they learned many of the traditional teachings of their culture.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |1 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-14 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 7-8 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,525.19 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,424.72 |
Program Evaluation
As in past years, the program was a great success and produced outstanding results for the students and the community.
St. Mary’s Band Administration
Cranbrook, BC
Program Activities
Two students were hired by the St. Mary’s band Administration to work in Daycare as well as a Summer Day Camp Program. They worked hands-on with the children under the direct supervision form certified Early Childhood workers.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned how to plan day-to-day activities as well as deal with minor disciplinary issues. The students also learned how to assist in a group play as well as individual activities.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,646.45 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The program was very successful and the students enjoyed working in the Summer Student Career Placement Program.
Stellat’en First Nation
Fraser Lake, BC
Program Activities
Three students were hired to work for the Stellat’en First Nation during the summer. One student worked in an office and worked on a computer. This student also worked with Maintenance and assigned landscaping tasks such as cutting and raking grass, planted grass seed, and performed routine janitorial chores. The second student worked in the Slenyah Store as a store clerk and operated a cash register, Interact operation, stocked inventory and handled cash. The third student also trained in a store learning the duties of a store clerk, which included cash register operation, Interac operation, and stocked inventory. This student also worked as a Receptionist.
Participant Learned Skills
Some of the students learned skills included how to prepare a resume and covering letter. They also learned telephone etiquette and how to use office equipment. In addition, a student learned about landscaping and janitorial tasks.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,156.79 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,156.79 |
Program Evaluation
The students found their work to be a great learning experience and enjoyed working in the store and working for the community.
Sumas First Nation
Abbotsford, BC
Program Activities
The summer students for Sumas First Nation participated in a wide variety of community enhancement projects for two weeks. These projects also included working in an Ethnobotanical Gardens at Sto:lo Nation in preparation for an Elders conference. The student’s cut grass in the community soccer field as well as assisted various Elders in the community with their yard maintenance. In addition, the students participated in work placements in the Abbotsford community as well as going to a traditional fish camp in Yale, BC.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned how to act appropriately in a business environment. They also learned the responsibility of providing customers with good service and the importance of showing respect and courtesy to their employers. The students also learned how to can wind dry fish, how to use machines, and soil sampling.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6-7 |
| |3 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,855.68 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,848.55 |
Program Evaluation
Student comments about the program included that they thought the Summer Student Placement Program was great and really enjoyed working learning new skills.
Tahltan Band
Telegraph Creek, BC
Program Activities
A summer student performed general office tasks such as answering telephones, sorted and distributed mail, and helped organize a Culture Camp. Another student was replaced due to scheduled holidays.
Participant Learned Skills
This Business Administration student learned how to do the books from the general ledger to bank reconciliation.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |2-14 |
| |2 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-23 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,079.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$8,281.28 |
Program Evaluation
The Tahltan Band was pleased with the employee’s performance and would like to rehire the student next year.
Takla Lake First Nation
Takla Landing, BC
Program Activities
Students participated in a variety of activities that included house cleaning for Elders, berry picking and fish preparation, assisted with janitorial duties at the Band office, school, station and a Sacred Heart Church. In addition, the students had cashier orientation, stocked shelves at a Trading Post store, and chamber maiding and maintenance tasks around the community.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about teamwork, job sharing, time management, and health and safety on the job. In addition, they learned to take direction and responsibility as well as having to report to a supervisor.
|Total number of students hired |35 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |2 |
| |18 |
| |17 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$17,632.73 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,507.12 |
Program Evaluation
The parents were pleased to see their children working and having a cleaner, healthier community. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) were pleased to report that the property damage was reduced by 50% and credit it to students being involved constructively in youth initiatives programs as a major contributing factor.
T’it’kit Administration
Lillooet, BC
Program Activities
The T’it’q’et Administration hired a post-secondary student to be a Housing Manager. The student defined a better plan for renovations, repairs and maintenance. The student also developed a daily task list for a Housing Coordinator. In addition, the student developed a draft certificate for home ownership and created general conditions for minor works contracts. The student also revised the Housing Coordinator’s and Housing Coordinator trainee’s work descriptions.
Participant Learned Skills
The student has learned to maintain a professional attitude and learned how to develop goals and work plans. In addition, the student learned about effective oral and written communication and learned how to keep the staff informed to be more effective and motivated.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |24 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |24 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$15,479.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,079.73 |
Program Evaluation
The Housing Manager was a tough position, but the student maintained a goal in reorganizing the staff and finding ways to get staff to communicate together to increase overall productivity.
Tl’azt’en Nation
Fort St. James, BC
Program Activities
Six summer students were hired to participate in a program aimed at providing children and youth with various activities throughout the summer including Summer Camps and Day Camps. Students worked as supervisors and chaperones and were instrumental in planning and implementing activities. The program provided various excursions of camping for various age groups and numerous community day activities such as swimming, hot dog roasts, hiking, movies, and floor hockey.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned the importance of recreation for the community children and youth and gained invaluable skills in planning and coordination. The issue of being a good employee included time-management, supervisory skills, safety, and working as a team player.
|Total number of students hired |24 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |2 |
| |7 |
| |17 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$10,955.40 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$10,323.37 |
Program Evaluation
Each group was unique and provided a dynamic contribution to the program that was challenging and rewarding. It was necessary to treat individuals according to their ability and level of maturity and when working with youth it was important to be very patient.
Tl’etinqox-t’in Government Office
Alexis Creek, BC
Program Activities
Four summer students were hired to work at the Tl’etinqox-tin Government office. One student assisted a Band Secretary by answering the telephones, handled incoming and outgoing mail, filed, and word processed documents. The second student was involved with a Medical department and assisted a Community Health Representative with patient travel, filed, booked members doctor appointments and organized paperwork and files. The last two students assisted the Band’s Finance department and Gas Bar. The students were also responsible for cheque issuance, filed, updated files, and data entry for a gas bar. In addition, the students coded invoices and assisted in payroll/accounts payable.
Participant Learned Skills
The students gained a great knowledge of communication skills in dealing with the public and staff members. They have built their confidence with hands-on experiences and gained a wealth of knowledge.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |4 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18-22 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$9,629.83 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$9,629.83 |
Program Evaluation
The only disadvantage was not being able to hire all our students because our number of applications was growing tremendously every summer and had to turn away applicants.
Tlowitsis Tribe
Campbell River, BC
Program Activities
A summer student was hired to work as a Grounds Maintenance Person at the Tlowitsis Tribe. The student performed inventory and maintenance of a tool shed, painted and sealed patio privacy screens, painted, filled holes and sealed the interior of one unit had had a recent fire. In addition, the student rebuilt a fallen down cement-retaining wall, cleaned out cave troughs and cut and maintained Elders lawns.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about inventory and maintenance tasks and painting techniques.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |45 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,503.56 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,503.56 |
Program Evaluation
The student enjoyed his work at the Social Housing complex and received compliments from various people who have seen a big improvement.
Tobacco Plains Indian Band
Grasemere, BC
Program Activities
Two of the summer students worked at the Tobacco Plains Band office as office assistants. The duties were general clerical office work, which included the maintenance and recording archive files into a database. They were also introduced to the day-to-day administrative procedures such as answering telephones, recorded and distributed incoming and outgoing faxes. The remaining students were responsible for maintenance of the Rooseville Cemetery. The maintenance duties for the cemetery landscape included mowing the lawn, planting flowers, shrubs and fencing. In addition, they were responsible for creating a computer program for the purpose of storing information pertaining to the cemetery records and created a map of the cemetery that can be updated as necessary.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about punctuality, motivation and initiative as well as learning valuable skills in order to work as part of a team. Students learned about interpersonal skills and developed business letter writing. Students who worked in the maintenance area learned to develop horticultural skills, developed computer-programming skills, mapping and record keeping skills.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |1 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-16 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$7,387.20 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,309.13 |
Program Evaluation
The students completed the tasks as requested and overall the program was a success.
Toosey Indian Band
Riske Creek, BC
Program Activities
The Band hired two students to work and supervise other students throughout the summer. The students were busy organizing different events. They organized a First Annual Tlesqox Gathering Honoring the youth and Elders.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned valuable skills that included how to be organized, teamwork, delegated tasks and responsibilities. They also worked at two offices and learned the daily responsibilities of answering telephones, faxing, photocopying and filing.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2887.08 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,887.08 |
Program Evaluation
The summer students gained valuable work experience, knowledge and training in a Band office and event organizing.
Toquaht Nation
Ucluelet, BC
Program Activities
A summer student entered data into a computer and was building the history of the Toquaht Nation. The student was in the process of recording the stories and history of families of the Toquaht Nation.
Participant Learned Skills
The summer student learned how to interview the Elders telling their own historical events. In addition, the student gained much historical knowledge, as well as technical knowledge of video camera and computer operations.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,039.42 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,039.42 |
Program Evaluation
Language classes provided once a week for half-a-day helped the student with place names for mapping purposes.
Tsartlip First Nation
Brentwood Bay, BC
Program Activities
The students were placed in job placements for the majority of the program. The employer’s who had student placements were Smitty’s Restaurant, Athlete’s World, Just Joey’s Restaurant, Co-op and Pharmasave. Workshops were provided for the students in basic first aid, computer basics, youth empowerment and true colors. The remaining students who did not go to work outside the community were involved in the Tsartlip community and performed tasks such as canoe building, helping in the Band office and meeting youth activities.
Participant Learned Skills
The students gained organizational, team building, maintenance and cooperation. In addition, they learned planning, child minding, supervisory, coaching and how to take instructions.
|Total number of students hired |20 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |16 |
| |9 |
| |11 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$34,744.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,584.18 |
Program Evaluation
The students gained useful skills from the workshops and can be useful in a job, schools, as well as their own lives.
Tsawataineuk Band Council
Kingcome Inlet, BC
Program Activities
Two summer students were hired as a Community Cultural Worker (CCW) and a Community Internet Access Worker. Program activities included Internet access available for community members, burning music CD’s, Mavis Beacon typing skills and making assorted cards. The CCW conducted research on the history of the Kingcome Wolves Athletic team, interviewed Elder and received pictures for filing.
Participant Learned Skills
Both students gained skills in archival research, oral interview skills and computer skills. In addition, the students learned how to organize and coordinate meetings. The students also learned personal interaction skills and general professionalism in the office.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |0 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,620.93 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,620.93 |
Program Evaluation
The students were able to learn various skills on the job and actively participated in community meetings and gatherings as well as Life Skills workshops throughout the duration of the program.
Tsawout First Nation
Saanichton, BC
Program Activities
Six summer students were placed in Tsawout On-Reserve Program, Maintenance, Chief Cornerstore Service and Employment Services. The monitoring of the program included the Tsawout Administration staff visited students at their job placements weekly followed by telephone monitoring to supervisors of students. Students performed data entry, receptionist and secretarial tasks. Students were also involved in general maintenance, janitorial, painting and landscaping tasks. A student arranged a Youth Summer Camp and coordinated activities, fundraised and held a youth drop-in centre.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned managerial, accountability and computer data entry skills. In addition, they learned about equipment operations, building maintenance and First Aid training. Students also learned how to use ACCPAC Accounting, report and proposal writing.
|Total number of students hired |6 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |3 |
| |4 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-21 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,160.35 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,160.35 |
Program Evaluation
The students enjoyed the program by gaining work experience and knowledge of various responsibilities within their placements.
Tsawwassen First Nation
Delta, BC
Program Activities
Two students were hired as Youth Workers, one student as a Day Care Helper and the third student was a Cultural Worker Assistant. Program activities included cultural workshops, training in a daycare, and drumming and singing workshops. The students also assisted with a Canoe Journey project.
Participant Learned Skills
The students were trained in organizing cultural events and gained experience to enable to seek work off reserve. Students in the daycare training learned to work with children between the ages of one month to six years of age. They also gained experience in running a day care facility.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,729.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,426.50 |
Program Evaluation
Without this funding we would not have been able to provide the Summer Student Career Placement Program that not only benefited the participants, but also the children and members of the Tsawwassen First Nations.
Tsay Kay Dene Band
Prince George, BC
Program Activities
The summer students of Tsay Kay Dene Band worked as Janitors, Heritage Trail Cleaners and Silviculture trainees. The janitor’s tasks included many different tasks. They vacuumed, mopped, waxed and stripped floors and garbage removal. In addition, they ordered supplies and kept track of the entire cleaning inventory. The silviculture tasks included clearing undergrowth, cleared trails and cut, split and stacked wood for the community Elders. The Heritage Trail Cleaners removed refuge from a heritage trail and around a village.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned a variety of janitorial work and how to handle an everyday job. It showed them skills of punctuality and responsibility. They also learned the concept of trust and honesty by having a key to the Band office. The Silviculture trainee acquired brushing, spacing, power saw and axe skills. The students also learned teamwork and developed a community spirit. The Heritage Trail Cleaners learned about community pride and a sense of given something back to the community.
|Total number of students hired |9 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |1-5 |
| |5 |
| |4 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 7-9 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,076.47 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,619.15 |
Program Evaluation
The students did enjoy themselves and learned valuable skills. The program was modified to include janitorial positions.
Tseil-Waututh First Nation
North Vancouver, BC
Program Activities
A Day Drop-In Camp was provided for the children of the Burrard Band. This summer, for the first time, the camp included special needs children of the community. The Day camp had the summer students who assisted in swimming, golfing. bowling, and hiking activities. In addition, the students attended movies, Science World and a trip to Cultus Lake, BC.
Participant Learned Skills
The summer positions gave the students an incentive to stay-in-school and promoted good attendance to the program. The students learned about punctuality, responsibility and helped to prepare for the next school year.
|Total number of students hired |8 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |9 |
| |6 |
| |2 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,349.44 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,349.44 |
Program Evaluation
The Day camp was a huge responsibility for the students and it gave them experiences in life as well as an insight look as to what they may like to do in the future. One returning student was now starting college ton be an Elementary school teacher.
Tseycum First Nation
North Saanich, BC
Program Activities
The students focused on career goals through scheduled workshops, library and Internet searches. The student chose topics that were of importance to them and their future. The students presented “First Nations History and Culture” to a group of 30-35 multicultural youth in Victoria, BC. The Youth Leaders also attended on a 5th Annual Qualicum First Nations Youth Conference.” The students received training from a community member on forest ecology. In Community Maintenance students handled garbage disposal for different community locations such as Band office, graveyard and yards.
Participant Learned Skills
The Multicultural presentation served as a tool to improve the student’s presentation and speaking skills. The experiences were positive team-building encounters. Organizing the events instilled the students with a good sense of self-esteem, pride and accomplishment.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |1-8 |
| |4 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-24 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$12,625.48 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,116.48 |
Program Evaluation
The students were exposed to a variety of personal and group challenges. The students quickly realized that a team effort was required. The objectives and activities that were implemented enable the students to explore options in their career planning and personal lives. Basing the core of the program on instilling self-esteem and self-reliant confident youth will assist the Tseycum youth in the many decisions they will encounter.
Ts’kw’aylaxw (Pavillion) First Nation
Cache Creek, BC
Program Activities
A summer student was hired to be an Administrator Assistant at the Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation. The student helped better define policy while providing the service to work in an office that provided a variety of services to its Band members.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about the different departments at Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation. In addition, the student learned to use communication skills and organizational skills.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |12 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |20 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,500.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,466.81 |
Program Evaluation
The student found that working in a Band Administration office was an eye-opener and was informative, especially learning Band policy, rules and guidelines.
T’Sou-ke First Nation
Sooke, BC
Program Activities
The two summer students hired were put through a program orientation. The student had to prepare resumes, and use practical interview skills and contacted employers to arrange for interviews. The students worked in customer service and performed cashiering duties.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned cashiering and money handling skills. In addition, the students learned customer services and inventory management skills.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,617.37 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,617.37 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program was a success as the students showed enhanced self-confidence and self-esteem.
Tzeachten First Nation
Chilliwack, BC
Program Activities
A summer student worked at the Tzeatchen Band office and performed word processing, letters, recorded incoming and outgoing mail, answered telephones and handled money and cheques from the Band members.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned about computers and a variety of office equipment. In addition, the student learned how to answer the telephone, documented mail, prepared files. The student also strengthened communication skills in dealing with the Band members.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |39 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,578.84 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,578.84 |
Program Evaluation
The Summer Student Career Placement Program provided a variety of general practical office skills and allowed an opportunity for the student to learn many new skills during the program.
Uchucklesaht People’s Government
Port Alberni, BC
Program Activities
The summer student actively recruited the participation from membership in the following areas: community meetings, annual Band campout and picnic, Nuu-chah-nulth Games, NCN Games Youth Role Model Pageant and a BC Elders Conference. The student performed word processing, filing, Band newsletters and mail-outs to the community.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned good communication to co-workers and the membership. In addition, the student acquired general office skills including office protocol, teamwork, and safety in the work environment, phone etiquette and punctuality.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,190.15 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,155.01 |
Program Evaluation
Having an extra staff member made all the community events increased by the membership and Elders participation. The summer student position was a huge success and the student enjoyed her summer job at the Band office.
Ucluelet First Nation
Anahim Lake, BC
Program Activities
Youth workers were hired and received Level One First Aid and Water Safety training. A Mad Science Program was held for one week and the youth workers really enjoyed working with the two women from the program and performed scientific experiments. The students went to Strathcona Park Outdoor Educational Centre and had trained professional teaching on leadership training skills and a Zip Line course. In addition, a Bullying, Peer Pressure, Virtues workshops were held in the community and the youth workers participated in these activities.
Participant Learned Skills
The students learned about first aid and how to deal with shock, car accidents, heart attacks and victims. They received their infant CPR ticket to perform CPR on infants under the age of two years old. In the Leadership training the students learned basic outdoor survival skills, rock climbing, kayaking, rope training and a Zip Line course.
|Total number of students hired |3 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |2 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |16-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,813.50 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$4,813.58 |
Program Evaluation
The students that participated in the summer program were exceptional role models for the children that were involved in the summer program.
Ulkatcho First Nations
Anahim Lake, BC
Program Activities
The male summer students preferred to work outdoors and these individuals were assigned to work on construction. This activity involved dismantling an old dorm in order to make way for a new community hall. The female summer students generally preferred to work in an office. Most of these students worked very well and the office staff grew to depend on their assistance. The administrative activities included filing, copying documents, and computer work. The reception activities included answering phones, taking messages, sending and receiving fax messages.
Participant Learned Skills
The male students learned about construction skills and the female students learned about general office administrative skills.
|Total number of students hired |5 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |2 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 10-12 |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,431.84 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,431.84 |
Program Evaluation
For most part of the program this program was a success and it was recognized that most of the students never held a job.
Upper Nicola Indian Band
Merritt, BC
Program Activities
The Summer Career Placement Program was intended to support career-related work experience and training to in-school First Nations youth on-reserve during the summer months. The two students were place in a Finance department and an Education department. The student worked in Finance performed filing, computer data input, and cheque deposits. In addition, the student handled incoming and outgoing mail and other duties as required. The Education department performed filing, incoming and outgoing mails, correspondence and oral and written communication.
Participant Learned Skills
Students learned the importance of punctuality, timelines, communication, telephone etiquette, and how to work unsupervised. They also learn to be adaptable when they were placed in situations where they were required to assist with community functions.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |15 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |33-38 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$5,314.47 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$5,314.47 |
Program Evaluation
The Education department ensured that the program would help develop skills and the program objectives clearly described the skills and established the degree to which these skills must be mastered at a business level.
Upper Simikameen Band
Keremeos, BC
Program Activities
The Upper Simikameen band hired a summer student for a Children and Youth’s Summer Recreation Program. The student helped organize recreational and cultural activities for children and youth in the community. In addition, the student assisted with all planned field trips, weekend and day camps. The student also attended meetings with parents and assisted to sign-up children for the summer program.
Participant Learned Skills
The student learned to plan field trips, distribute notices to parents and obtained signed permission forms. The student learned to create student and parent lists, budgeting skills and learned leadership skills in handling children.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |7.8 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |25 |
|Education level of student(s) |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,243.20 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,846.77 |
Program Evaluation
The program provided healthy and educational activities for the community children. The program also provided a positive attitude, sharing and teamwork amongst the children. The summer student provided positive role modeling for the young boys and girls.
Wet’suwet’en First Nation
Burns Lake, BC
Program Activities
The Wet’suwet’en First Nation (WFN) hired a First Nation Youth Language Coordinator who worked in the WFN language program and completed the filing and research for the project. The student also attended various workshops and conferences about Careers and what kind of jobs available.
Participant Learned Skills
The student became familiar with the initiatives completed in the Language Program and was able to share experiences with the youth in the community. The workshops that the student attended allowed the youth to gain experience and knowledge of their First Nations culture.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |0 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$2,655.90 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$2,655.90 |
Program Evaluation
The student worked in conjunction with the Elders of the community and became knowledgeable with the Language Program and First Nations culture of the community.
Whispering Pines/Clinton
Kamloops, BC
Program Activities
The summer students participated in a Summer Employment Program and developed or improved their existing skills. They had training sessions in life skills, WCB Occupational First Aid Level One, Wilderness Survival Skills, Bear Awareness, Food Safe and Traditional Fishing.
Participant Learned Skills
The work allowed the students the opportunity to gain experience in basic office work, landscaping, painting and fencing. In addition, they learned how to work together and developed a better sense of what this community means to them. Most importantly, this work experience was beneficial to their self-esteem and self worth.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |6 |
| |2 |
| |5 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |14-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$13,803.00 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$1,962.36 |
Program Evaluation
Beside skills the students were taught the importance of punctuality, responsibility and cooperating. The program definitely provided the youth with experience to develop skills and work ethics for future employment.
Williams Lake Indian Band
Williams Lake, BC
Program Activities
The Williams Lake Indian Band hired two students in the positions of Receptionist and Maintenance Worker Assistant. The receptionist performed general receptionist duties that included collection, logged and distributed incoming mail and faxes for an office. In addition, the receptionist handled cash and issued receipts for rental payments, ensured all office forms were copied and available for staff. The Maintenance Worker Assistant worked with a maintenance person and performed power washing of buildings, mowed grass, inventory of buildings contents, painted and other general maintenance tasks.
Participant Learned Skills
The receptionist learned about faxing procedures and how to handle and distribute mail in an office. In addition, the receptionist learned how to answer telephones and recorded business messages. The Maintenance Worker Assistant gained skills in painting techniques, recorded inventory, and general maintenance safety rules and procedures.
|Total number of students hired |2 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8 |
| |1 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17-18 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 11 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,542.09 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,542.09 |
Program Evaluation
Both of the summer students gained valuable work experience, knowledge and useful employment skills while working in their summer positions.
Xaxli’p First Nation
Lillie, BC
Program Activities
A summer students were hired as an Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA) to work in the Fountain Daycare Centre. The main activities were to sort, update, and create more for Arts and Science files. The student also assisted with basic cleaning such as toys, dishes, and floors and different play areas. In addition, the student participated in cultural activities including arts and crafts and set-up free play activities areas, supervised and had circle time where stories were read and written.
Participant Learned Skills
The student had hands-on experiences in an Early Childhood Education environment. In addition, the student communicated and participated in various activities including children, co-workers, parents, Elders, visitors and other community members. The student gained experience in set-up and organized different activities for the children. The student also learned more about culture and language, education, health promotion, nutrition, social support programs, and parental and family involvement.
|Total number of students hired |1 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |8-12 |
| |0 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Secondary |
| |Post-Secondary |
|Total funding spent on program |$6,547.43 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$6,547.43 |
Program Evaluation
During the twelve weeks of summer employment the student learned a great deal about Early Childhood Education and benefited from the training during the student’s post-secondary studies. This student will be an asset in any childcare environment.
Xeni Gwet’in First Nations Government
Nemiah Valley, BC
Program Activities
Four summer students were hired as a Youth Work Assistant, Secretary/Receptionist & Office Assistant, Council Job Shadower and a Water-Line Survey Assistant. Students assisted a youth group, supervised field trips, and performed general office tasks such as word processing, handling mail and answered telephones. In addition, a student job shadow as a Council member and attended staff meetings, assisted the Council and Administrator with filing, answering student enquires, reports and completed timesheets. The Water-Line Survey Assistant assisted surveyors making areas for water-lines and coordinated time schedules to meet required hours for a project.
Participant Learned Skills
The students were able to plan and coordinate activities through actual work assistance. In addition, the students were able to work effectively with others and therefore teamwork was applied. General office skills were learned and all the students were able to apply good work ethics and time-management skills. The students were able to learn how to use good communication skills during their employment.
|Total number of students hired |4 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |4 |
| |3 |
| |1 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |13-17 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 8-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$3,507.14 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,465.03 |
Program Evaluation
With the enormous amount of students applying for summer jobs, and few available funds to work with, job sharing was applied for the program.
Yekooche First Nation
Prince George, BC
Program Activities
The students participated in a Community First Aid Program or in Occupational First Aid, Level One with a Transportation Endorsement course. The students worked as “Infrastructure Workers” worked with Band employees in maintaining community facilities, performing janitorial and maintenance duties. In addition, students were Receptionists and Clerks and provided administrative support. Students worked as Recreation Leaders and Assistant Researchers and performed tasks such as assisted in design, implemented and conducted summer recreational activities and conducted surveys and provided information for the community.
Participant Learned Skills
Through a series of meetings and exercises, the students participated in workplace foundation skills that included communication, motivation, team building, team leading, problem solving and decision making.
|Total number of students hired |7 |
| | |
|Length of employment in weeks | |
| | |
|Total number of female participants | |
| | |
|Total number of male participants | |
| |2 |
| |4 |
| |3 |
|Age(s) of student(s) |15-19 |
|Education level of student(s) |Grade 9-12 |
|Total funding spent on program |$4,653.75 |
| | |
|Total contribution from DIAND | |
| |$3,002.67 |
Program Evaluation
The students had an opportunity to acquire the job related skills associated with the various activities offered during the summer. The Program Coordinator and the Yekooche First Nation Council and Management Team believed the students were provided with meaningful, relevant, and practical experience designed to motivate, instill a sense of teamwork, and emphasized the importance of their contribution to their respective placements
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