Happy Holidays from the Tsawwassen Government! We’d like to wish everyone a joyous holiday season for 2024!
Our offices will be closed beginning at noon on December 20th, 2024, and reopening on Monday, January 06th at 8:30 AM.
If there is an emergency situation during the closure, the following contacts will be available:
Health & Family Services: Urgent support only, on call
Emergency on Call 604-834-5431
Facilities (government facilities, offices, rental homes, social assistance homes):
24/7 Emergency line 604-948-6059
Property Management (TFN-Owned Rental Units Only): 604.816.3127
Public Works (Roads, street flooding, etc):
Cliff Gurniak: 604-834-6358 (December 21st)
Shane Richard: 604-690-5354 (December 22nd to December 28th)
Scott Werseen: 778-873-0354 (December 29th to January 4th)
Shane Richard: 604-690-5354 (January 5th)
Utilities (water, sewer, storm pipes):
Cody Proteau: 604-862-5461 (December 20th to December 21st)
Gord Mielke: 604-828-8204 (December 22nd to December 28th)
Kayla Giles: 604-312-5296 (December 29th to January 4th)
Cody Proteau: 604-862-5461 (January 5th)
Bylaw Compliance
Bylaw Concerns please call Delta Police: 604-946-4411
Animal Concerns please call: 604-940-7111
Delta Police Department non-emergency: 604-946-4411
Winter Break Member Events at Tsawwassen First Nation
As we head into the holiday season, we have a range of exciting events and important updates to share with you. Whether you’re looking for fun activities, health services, or opportunities to connect with the community, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check out our Christmas Break Open House at the Youth Centre and take advantage of the various health and wellness resources available throughout the break. We look forward to seeing you at these events!
Christmas Break Open House @ Youth Centre
Everyone Welcome!
Dates & Times:
- Dec 23: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Dec 27: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Dec 30: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Dec 31: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Jan 2: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Jan 3: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Activities:
- Live Music & Open Gym (Kids 5+ drop off)
- Arts and Crafts
- Trivia
- Bingo
- Board Games
Note:
- Kids under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Open gym days: Kids 5+ can be dropped off.
Health Updates for Winter Break
Dr. Shelly Jetzer’s will only see patients at her
Clinic in Ladner
South Delta Family Practice
Location: #206-4515 Harvest Drive, Delta, BC
Contact: 604-946-7211
- Dec 20: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Dec 23: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Dec 24: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Dec 26: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Dec 27: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Dec 30: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Dec 31: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Jan 3: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Closed: Dec 25, 28, 29, and Jan 1.
TFN Nursing Staff:
- Available Dec 21 to Jan 6, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- To reach a nurse, call Brandi at 604-202-3784.
Additional Resources:
- FNHA Virtual Doctor of the Day: Call 1-855-344-3800 to book.
- Call 811: For health advice from a nurse, dietitian, or pharmacist.
- Crisis Help Lines:
- KUU-US Crisis Line: 1-800-588-8717
- Indian Residential School Survivors Society: 1-800-721-0066
- VictimLink: 1-800-563-0808 (for victims of violence)
- Kid’s Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Expression of Interest: Wellness Days with the Elders
Seeking wellness service providers for the new TFN Elders Centre. Services could include:
- Haircuts
- Manicures & Pedicures
- Facials & Upper Body Massage
- Spiritual Healing
- Reflexology
- Art Classes (painting, drawing, etc.)
How to apply: Send your expression of interest, including details of services, education, and experience to Dawn Williams at dwilliams@tsawwassenfirstnation.com or drop it off at the TFN Administration Office.