leftcoastevents

- Wednesday, August 24, 2011: from Council of Canadian's - Participate in a community meeting
- Any events for the September EcoNews Green Diary? & Mail out party
- Saturday, August 27, 2011: You are invited by the Victoria FMLN to this annual event!
- Tuesday, August 30, 2011: Dr. Kendall Presentation Info for Opening of School of PHSP at UVic
- Monday, August 29, 2011: Movie Monday schedule
- Tuesday, September 6, 2011: Public Hearing: Juan de Fuca Park vs. huge development
- September September 17 & 18: Cowichan Wine & Culinary: Insight Into GMO's Symposium at O.U.R. ECOVILLAGE
- Saturday, September 17, 2011: Annual Women's Housing March in Vancouver
- Friday, September 23- 25, 2011: Nanaimo River Symposium Weekend - Preliminary outline

Job Postings and opportunities

- Community Managers (2), f/t, ethicalDeal, Victoria BC & Toronto ON
- LifeCycles is hiring
- 5 job postings with SONGHEES Band office
- Applications are now being accepted for Next Up 2011/12

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Begin forwarded message:

From: Freda Knott <fpknott@gmail.com>
Date: August 22, 2011 10:29:27 AM PDT (CA)
To: fpknott@gmail.com
Subject: Council of Canadians Announcement

Wednesday, August 24 - 7:00 pm
Scout Hall, 459 Chester Ave. in Fairfield area

Participate In a Community Meeting
You are invited to an open public forum to facilitate discussion and
creative input in developing a proactive approach to healthy democratic
communities.
Open Mic-Voice Your Concerns!

Organized by a group of concerned citizens.

Council of Canadians Victoria Chapter
100 - 180 Wilson St.
PO Box 45015
Victoria,BC V9A 0C3
info@victoriacouncilofcanadians.ca
www.victoriacouncilofcanadians.ca

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Begin forwarded message:

From: Guy Dauncey <guydauncey@EARTHFUTURE.COM>
Date: August 17, 2011 12:16:05 PM PDT (CA)
Subject: Any events for the September EcoNews Green Diary?

Hi folks,

September is approaching, so if you have any Green events that you'd like to see in the EcoNews Green Diary, or stories you'd like me to cover, send 'em over!

I need them by next Tuesday, August 23rd.

best wishes,

Guy Dauncey www.earthfuture.com
250-881-1304

Can I invite you to join the BC Sustainable Energy Association? Click here

President, BC Sustainable Energy Association
Author of The Climate Challenge: 101 Solutions to Global Warming
Author of Cancer: 101 Solutions to a Preventable Epidemic
Read EcoNews every month
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395 Conway Rd, Victoria V9E 2B9, Canada 250-881-1304

I'd put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power! I hope we don't have to wait 'til oil and coal run out before we tackle that.
Thomas Edison (1847–1931)

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Begin forwarded message:

From: "BBCF/ Wolfwood/Weih" <bbcf@islandnet.com>
Date: August 23, 2011 10:31:11 AM PDT (CA)
To: <casc@lists.riseup.net>, <evoz@lists.riseup.net>
Subject: [evoz] An invitation from Victoria FMLN
Reply-To: evoz@lists.riseup.net,"BBCF/ Wolfwood/Weih" <bbcf@islandnet.com>

Dear Friends in Solidarity -
You are invited by the Victoria FMLN to this annual event!

The Pupusas Festival will be: Saturday 27th, from 4:30 to 8:00 at ( the Housing Co-op) 1241 Balmoral St.
$7:00 plate; There will be also deep fried plantains and tamales.

REMINDER: this is a moderated list for announcements and promotion of events

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Begin forwarded message:

From: Wanda Martin <wmartin@uvic.ca>
Date: August 5, 2011 11:00:17 AM AKDT
To: "healthpromotionnetwork@lists.uvic.ca" <healthpromotionnetwork@lists.uvic.ca>
Subject: [Healthpromotionnetwork] Dr. Kendall Presentation Info for Opening of School of PHSP at UVic

Sent on behalf of Dr. Laurene Sheilds, Interim Director, School of Public Health and Social Policy:

Attached you will find a poster for our upcoming event to celebrate the opening of the new School of Public Health and Social Policy at the University of Victoria. This event is being held Tuesday, August 30 and will begin with a special public presentation by Dr. Perry Kendall, Provincial Health Officer, at 4:30 PM in the Human and Social Development building, room A240. The title of Dr. Kendall’s presentation is “Key Lessons I’ve Learned in Public Health”. Dr. Kendall will share some of the key lessons he has learned over his years of service and will reflect on the implications for the current and future practice of public health. The presentation will be followed by a reception at the University Club, which will begin at 6:00 PM.

We ask that you please circulate the attached poster to your friends and colleagues that may also be interested in attending the presentation and reception to celebrate the opening of the School of Public Health and Social Policy.

Thank you for your assistance and we look forward to seeing you at the opening!

RSVPs can be sent to Claire Abanto, cabanto@uvic.ca.


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Movie Monday

6:30 pm Monday 29 Aug 2011: Singing In The Shadow: The Children of Rock Royalty, 2003, 90 min

When you're the child of a rock music legend, pursuing a music career of your own would seem like a no-win situation. You will always be judged against an impossible standard. Simply making a decent living - the goal of most musicians - will be seen as failure. And being good is never enough when your parent is great. Pg Trailer

In a candid and revealing film, nine children of music legends bare their souls: Julian Lennon, son of John Lennon; Louis Osbourne, son of Ozzy; Simon Collins, son of Phil; Sally Taylor, daughter of James Taylor and Carly Simon; James Raymond - the previously unknown son of David Crosby; Sarah Lee Guthrie and Abe Guthrie, children of Arlo, grandchildren of the legendary Woody Guthrie; Jason Everly, son of Phil; Teddy Richards, son of Aretha Franklin; A.J. Croce, son of Jim; we also hear from David Crosby, Carly Simon, Phil Everly, Phil Collins, Arlo Guthrie and Aretha Franklin.

Plus: DOTS event presentation

Jean Oliver will speak briefly about her plans to have the community demonstrate Sept 10 for improvements to our mental health services. Here is Jean's website. Sign up. Show support for a local mental health initiative. View: Promotion Videoand website

Here's the Dec 2010 NB experience of a concerned parent which led to improvement to the system there. Connect the Dots story or read an article about the event.

5 September 2010, Labour Day
Movie Monday's Traditional Day of Rest

If you don't have anything to do this Monday why not read:

about Movie Monday, the writings of Bruce Saunders, about Movie Monday special events, view the photo gallery, orplay with the Movie Monday puzzles

6:30 pm Monday 12 Sep 2011
Phil Ochs: There But For Fortune, 2010, 96 min
Here's a documentary about an icon of the 60's. Phil's songs became part of the sound track of my tumultuous year in Fine Arts at UVic in '68. Phil Ochs rose to fame in the early 1960's during the height of the folk and protest song movement. His songs, with lyrics ripped straight from the daily news, spoke to those emboldened by the hopeful idealism of the day.... Ochs himself believed to his core that he and his music could change the world for the better. Phil Ochs: There But For Fortune is buoyed by [his] anthems and melodies - from humorous to haunting - and throughout the film play the role of narrator, giving contextual depth to the unfolding saga of Ochs' complex political and personal life. Pg13 (some scenes of Vietnam war) official site

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Begin forwarded message:

From: Zoe Blunt <zoeblunt@gmail.com>
Date: August 23, 2011 11:10:33 PM PDT (CA)
To: forestaction <forestaction@lists.riseup.net>
Subject: [forestaction] Public hearing: Juan de Fuca Park vs. huge development
Reply-To: forestaction@lists.riseup.net

Happy summer! Quick update.

Bad resort plan goes to public hearing. A 17 km wide resort complex with hundreds of vacation homes, roads, septic fields, and helipads is planned for Juan de Fuca Provincial Park between China Beach and Sombrio Beach. The area is home to sea lions, otters, elk, mink, bears, and cougars.

Everyone with a heartbeat wants to stop this plan in its tracks. First, we're getting together at the final public meeting two weeks from today for a barbecue, music, and to get our views on the official record before we take the bad guys to court. Over 300 people are expected, and you can be sure we'll be putting our heads together about the next steps if this plan goes through. (Third reading is expected September 14, and the final vote for approval on October 12.)

Your views are needed at the official public hearing!
Tuesday, Sept 6, Edward Milne School theatre, 6218 West Coast Road.
Get on the bus and go in style! Bring your friends. Two charter buses leave from Victoria at 3 pm, arrive in Sooke at 4 for a barbecue and tailgate-style picnic with songs and speakers. The hall opens at 5 so decision-makers can hear your opinion. Are you for or against this proposal? Childcare provided. No cost (donations are gratefully accepted.) Please RSVP online here.

Our group (Forest Action Network) mounted a court challenge in Langford over a year ago. We didn't win, but Bear Mountain Resort went bankrupt on the fourth day of the hearing, so we didn't exactly lose either. In this case, the developer and his supporters on CRD Land Use Committee A are trying to exploit a legal loophole that they think allows them build hundreds of homes where they're not permitted.

Our support comes from West Coast Environmental Law and from individuals who want to invest in a better land-use vision for our (formerly public) forestlands. Forest Action Network is non-profit and home-grown. We have no paid staff or fancy offices. For more about us, and to view photos and development plans, please visit http://WildCoast.ca.

Thank you for supporting forests and wildlife in Juan de Fuca. Stay in touch and please RSVP for the public hearing.

Big cheers!

Zoe Blunt
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Hotline: 250-813-3569
Email: Zoe@WildCoast.ca
Web: www.WildCoast.ca

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From: OUR marketing [mailto:marketing@ourecovillage.org]
Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 2:43 PM
To: makingfoodmatter@gmail.com
Subject: Event - Insight Into GMOs Symposium

O.U.R. ECOVILLAGE
Sustainable Community.... for a Change!
Check out our Blog here!

Cowichan Wine & Culinary: Insight Into GMO's Symposium at O.U.R. ECOVILLAGE

This year we are pairing up with the 2011 Cowichan Valley Wine & Culinary Festival to celebrate the food we eat on Vancouver Island! The Insight Into GMOs Symposium will be September 17 & 18 with Dr. D Huber, researcher and scientist, and Jon Steinman of Deconstructing Dinner and GE Free Kootenays. Come join us for a delicious GMO free locavore lunch Saturday 12-1pm, followed by an afternoon of inspired talks, expert knowledge, and information on GMOs 1-5:30pm. A locavore feast from OUR Zero Mile Meal Eatery will be from 6-7pm, and then a Q&A Panel to follow at 7:30. Sunday, Jon will be continuing with a presentation titled, Deconstructing Dinner for Resilient Food Secure Communities over another delicious fresh locavore feast. The 2011 Insight into GMOs Symposium is to give all an opportunity to learn more about the current food system and become informed foodies! A portion of the proceeds and all donations from the weekend will go toward creating a covenant on the land and protecting this community resource forever through The Land Conservancy of BC.

Whole Day Saturday Package includes: Locavore Lunch, Insight into GMOs Symposium, and FUNdraiser Locavore Sit down Dinner and Q&A panel for $70.(Early Birdpackage available until August 31st. Whole Day Saturday Package available for $55)

Whole Weekend - $95 - Saturday's Locavore Lunch, Insight into GMOs Symposium, FUNdraiser Locavore Sit down Dinner & Q&A Panel and 'Deconstructing Lunch' - Resilient Food Secure Communities talk with Jon Steinman.

Site Tours available throughout the weekend, local vendors, delicious food and inspired talks. It is a Symposium not to be missed. Camping and B&B available on site. For full event schedule, further information, individual symposium event & accommodation pricing, please visit http://bit.ly/noiwcs...Looking forward to meeting you all!

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Begin forwarded message:

From: "Harsha W." <harsha@resist.ca>
Date: August 21, 2011 8:39:30 AM PDT (CA)
To: rtrc-bc@povnet.org
Subject: [rtrc-bc] Sat Sep 17: Womens Housing March and DTES Block Party to Block Condos!
Reply-To: rtrc-bc@povnet.org

- mark the date and do read below on ways to support -

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17 2011:

ANNUAL WOMEN’S HOUSING MARCH
immediately followed by a
DTES BLOCK PARTY TO BLOCK CONDOS

Spread the word! Poster and leaflet available here:
http://dtesnotfordevelopers.wordpress.com/2011/08/14/womens-housing-march-block-party/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=272871019394832

 

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5th ANNUAL WOMEN’S HOUSING MARCH
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Sat. Sep 17 @ 1:30 pm
Starts at Cordova and Columbia, just west of Main St.
Unceded Coast Salish Territories

On Saturday Sep 17 at 1:30 pm, join the Downtown Eastside Women Centre
Power of Women Group* in the 5th Annual March for Women’s Housing and
March Against Poverty.

We invite groups to bring their banners and anything else for our festive
march and ‘GentriFucation Tour’. All genders are welcome and celebrated.
Please bring your drums and regalia. This march is child-friendly and
there will be a rest-vehicle for elders. Spread the word!

This year, we celebrate the recent victory that has forced the provincial
government to commit funding to a 24-hour low barrier shelter for women as
a result of our collective efforts. We also continue to march for: -
Social Housing, Childcare, and Healthcare for all!
- No more Evictions and No more Gentrification in the Downtown Eastside! -
Stop Criminalizing the Poor!

Email: project@dewc.ca or Phone: 778 885 0040

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Immediately followed by A DTES BLOCK PARTY!
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BLOCK PARTY TO BLOCK CONDOS ON THE 100 BLOCK
Sat. Sep 17 at around 4 pm
Music, food, and the last bit of summer sun!

Marc Williams wants to build condos at the old Pantages Site in the
Downtown Eastside. Condos in the heart of the neighbourhood will cause
higher property values, higher rents in single-room occupancies,
displacement of current residents, increased policing, and low-income
residents feeling unwelcome in their own neighbourhood.

We are getting the neighbourhood and all our allies together to protect
the site for 100% social housing for low-income residents. The DTES is not
for developers to make millions, it is for our vibrant and vital
low-income community!

HOW TO SUPPORT:

* If you are a group, endorse the DTES Community Resolution:
http://dtesnotfordeveloper?s.wordpress.com/savepantag?es/

* If you are an individual, sign the online petition:
http://www.petitiononline.?com/nocondos/petition.html

* If you work in the DTES, sign the Boycott Statement:
http://dtesnotfordeveloper?s.wordpress.com/dtes-worke?rs-boycott/

* If you are a social housing provider, don’t collaborate with Sequel 138:
http://dtesnotfordeveloper?s.wordpress.com/social-hou?sing-provider-boycott/

Organized by Stop Pantages Condos Coalition: Aboriginal Front Door,
Carnegie Community Action Project, Citywide Housing Coalition, DTES
Neighbourhood Council, DTES Power of Women Group, Gallery Gachet, Streams
of Justice, Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users.

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* About the DTES Power of Women Group organizing the Annual Women’s
Housing March:

The DTES Power of Women Group on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/??sk=group_95044879752

Stories from “In Our Own Voices” Power of Women Writing Project on
Vancouver Media Co-op:
http://vancouver.mediacoop?.ca/author/dtes-power-wome?n-group

Watch a short film Survival, Strength, Sisterhood: Power of Women in the
Downtown Eastside: http://vimeo.com/19877895

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Harsha Walia

https://twitter.com/HarshaWalia
https://www.facebook.com/nooneisillegal
http://vancouver.mediacoop.ca/author/dtes-power-women-group

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Begin forwarded message:

From: janine bandcroft <eternity@islandnet.com>
Date: August 22, 2011 12:24:19 PM PDT (CA)
To: Recipient List Suppressed:;
Subject: Nanaimo River Symposium Weekend

NALT - Nanaimo & Area Land Trust

NANAIMO RIVER SYMPOSIUM WEEKEND: PRELIMINARY OUTLINE ~ Friday-Sunday, September 23-25

At Nanaimo River and Vancouver Island University

Friday, September 23:

Daytime: Activities on and around the river, including guided walks, river rafting, open house at the hatchery

Evening: Meet and Greet Social for registered Symposium participants at the VIU Theatre - will include appies, no-host bar, launch of the video Voices of the River, artwork and stories

Saturday, September 24:

Morning: Keynote Speakers, Panel Presentation about theBaseline Report, first meeting of Break-out Working Groups

Afternoon: Working Group Sessions, Optional site visits

Sunday, September 25:

Morning: Final Working Group, Report Back to Plenary, Symposium Closure

Afternoon: Rivers Day Celebrations at Maffeo Sutton Park - Family-friendly activities, vendors and information display, live music

Evening: 4-hour Concert at Beban Auditorium; Fundraiser for The River
Contact Information

NALT Stewardship Center Email: admin@nalt.bc.ca

Website: www.nalt.bc.ca

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Job Postings and Opportunities

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Begin forwarded message:

From: "GoodWork Green Jobs" <p2@planetfriendly.net>
Date: August 23, 2011 11:20:52 AM PDT (CA)
To: goodworkcanada@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [goodwork] Community Managers (2), f/t, ethicalDeal, Victoria BC & Toronto ON
Reply-To: goodworkcanada-owner@yahoogroups.com

[from Canada's Green Job Site, http://GoodWorkCanada.ca ]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position: Community Managers
Organization: ethicalDeal http://ethicaldeal.com
Location: Victoria BC and Toronto ON

Company Profile

ethicalDeal was born out of a mission of making green mainstream. We use the group-buying model to introduce people to green alternatives - making it easy and fun for people to discover their green city!

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver, ethicalDeal is growing and needs some talented people to help make it happen. In general, we're looking for people who know and love their green city! ethicalDeal is a fast-paced and fluid startup -- so you should be able to think on your feet, be hardworking, passionate and excited to join a growing, mission-based start-up that has a vision of advancing the green movement on a city-by-city basis across North America.

ethicalDeal is Hiring Community Managers for Victoria and Toronto (Full-Time Position)

We're looking for a full-time Community Manager to grow and engage our community of ethicalShoppers through events, social media, promotions, online content and sponsorships. Community Managers play an integral part in supporting activities designed to rally the ethicalDeal community both online and off.

Do you love your green city? Are you the go-to person when it comes to the green scene? Are you the hub of your social world --a connector that knows everyone and everyone knows you? As a local Community Manager, you'll be based in our head office and be at the helm of a vibrant, buzzing community of locals who love to discover their green city through daily deals from local green companies. Community Managers are driven, self-motivated, charismatic, great communicators and organized as they're tasked with wrangling a slew of to-dos both on and offline.

Every week, you'll plan, negotiate and execute cool, fun and buzz-worthy events and campaigns. You'll meet with ethicalShoppers, attend community events, see and be seen. You'll do sponsorship outreach, connecting with local organizations and finding ways that they can engage with ethicalDeal. You'll co-manage the local Twitter and Facebook accounts and brainstorm and execute social media promotions that engage our community in our mission of making green mainstream. You'll write blog posts, take pictures and manage interns. Above all you should enjoy cultivating, growing and nurturing a community. You represent our brand in your city!

General Responsibilities

• Social Media: Create and share engaging content on Facebook, Twitter (Hootsuite), Youtube and Wordpress. Brainstorm and execute online promotions, promote the daily deals, and grow our online community.
• Event Management: Develop, organize and execute marketing events and guerilla marketing programs (street teams, etc). Attend community events on evenings and weekends.
• Content Production: Write fun and informative content for our blog.
• Sponsorship: Find and negotiate sponsorship opportunities and partnerships with local non-profits and like-minded community groups.

Requirements

• College/university degree
• Experience with social media, community marketing, sponsorships, event planning
• Strong attention to detail and extremely organized
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable
• Able to work with minimal supervision while maintaining focus and productivity to meet deadlines
• Ability to work on some evenings and weekends
• Strategically and creatively think in a fast-paced environment
• A valid drivers license
• A love for your green city!

Ready to apply? Submit the following (all required):

1. Cover letter/note showcasing your writing skills, general personality and style
2. Resume showcasing your relevant experience
3. Links to your public social media accounts (Twitter, blog, writing samples etc.)

How to Apply
Please send your cover letter outlining why you are the best candidate for this role, along with your resume to careers@ethicaldeal.com, subject line Community Manager for ethicalDeal (Your City). Only successful candidates will be contacted, no phone calls please.

Application Deadline: September 9, 2011

When applying, please indicate that you saw this posting at GoodWorkCanada.ca.

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GOODWORK GREEN JOBS
http://GoodWorkCanada.ca

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Begin forwarded message:

From: Urban Agriculture Hub <uahub@lifecyclesproject.ca>
Date: August 11, 2011 11:20:51 AM PDT
To: LifeCycles Project <info@lifecyclesproject.ca>
Subject: LifeCycles is hiring

Hello Friends of LifeCycles,

LifeCycles has 2 part-time positions available starting in September: an Urban Agriculture Coordinator to coordinate our community urban agriculture work, and an Education Coordinator to coordinate Growing Schools and our community education programs. See attached postings for more information. Please submit your cover letter and resume by August 31st.

Please forward widely!

All the best,

the LifeCycles team

ps- don't miss out on our Vegetable Fermentation workshop this Sunday, 3-7pm at Nourish Cafe (at Glendale Gardens- 505 Quayle Road). Check on your ferments and enjoy a delicious follow-up dinner on Wednesday, Aug 17th from 6-8pm. Find out more at www.lifecyclesproject.ca.
RSVP to uahub@lifecyclesproject.ca or call 250-383-5800.
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Begin forwarded message:

Job postings with SONGHEES Band

*For further information please contact the SONGHEES Band Office :) 250-386-1043 or email -
Lori Fitzgerald hr@songheesnation.com *

There are 5 job posting for the Songhees First Nation, Victoria, BC

1) Accountant
Interested applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter, including salaray expectations , to Lori Fitzgerald hr@songheesnation.com
For Further information about this position and about the Songhees First Nation please visit http://www.songheesnation.com/

2) Director of Lands and Real Estate Operations
Interested applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter, including salaray expectations , to Lori Fitzgerald hr@songheesnation.com
For Further information about this position and about the Songhees First Nation please visit http://www.songheesnation.com/

3) Community Wellness Counsellor
Interested applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter, including salaray expectations , to Lori Fitzgerald hr@songheesnation.com

4) Director of Health Services
Interested applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter, including salaray expectations , to Lori Fitzgerald hr@songheesnation.com
For Further information about this position and about the Songhees First Nation please visit http://www.songheesnation.com/

5) Infant Toddler (IT) Educator
Interested applicants are invited to email their resume and cover letter, including salaray expectations , to Lori Fitzgerald hr@songheesnation.com
For Further information about this position and about the Songhees First Nation please visit http://www.songheesnation.com/

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Subject: Applications are now being accepted for Next Up 2011/12

Dear CCPA-BC board members, staff and research associates,

Applications are now open for Next Up, the youth leadership program we co-host. This is an amazing and transformative experience for young people ages 18-32. A notice with links to the application form follows below. I’d be grateful if you would circulate this to your networks, and to any youth/student lists you have access to. And in particular, take a few minutes to think about young people you know for whom this would be a great experience, and send them the notice. I’ve also attached the BC application instructions and form, in case you want to sent that to folks directly.

Thanks for your help spreading the word (note that the application deadline is Sept 16).

All the best,
Seth
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Applications are now being accepted for Next Up:
A Leadership Program for Young People Committed to Social and Environmental Justice

The application process is now underway for all four Next Up programs. This is an amazing, intensive and transformative program for young social change activists between the ages of 18 and 32. The program is offered in four cities across three provinces: Next Up BC in Vancouver, Next Up Edmonton, Next Up Calgary, and Next Up Saskatchewan in Saskatoon - so please forward this call to your friends and colleagues in those regions.

In each province, an amazing group of young people will be selected for an intense seven-month program. Participants will develop life-long relationships, explore different leadership styles, meet some of the province’s leading change-makers, learn new leadership and organizing skills, and be exposed to current and topical social justice issues and progressive governance.

The application deadline for Next Up BC is Friday, Sept 16, 2011 (deadlines vary for each province). The program runs between October 2011 and April 2012.

Please forward this call far and wide -- to individuals, organizations, institutions and your progressive networks. Thank you in advance for helping us find the fabulous young leaders for Next Up 2011/12 -- you'll be thankful you did years from now!

Application forms and more information can be found at: http://www.nextup.ca/index.php/how-to-apply/

Next Up is a project of genius (the global youth education network society), in partnership with the Columbia Institute Centre for Civic Governance, The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, and the Parkland Institute.
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Seth Klein
Director, BC Office
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
seth@policyalternatives.ca
tel. (604) 801-5121 x227 1400 – 207 West Hastings St.
fax. (604) 801-5122 Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7
CCPA webpage: http://www.policyalternatives.ca

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