Tsawwassen First Nation

Elders Harvest Lunch
2023-10-17 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Vancouver) | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Members and their families are invited to an Oktoberfest-style celebration with our Elders! Food, music, and prizes!

Housing Advisory Committee Meeting
2023-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Lands Office – Large Boardroom, 2460 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen, BC
This meeting will be hybrid, we will gather in person at the Lands office (2460 Falcon Way) and attendees will also have the option to join virtually via MS Teams. Dinner items will be provided at the Lands office.
Please be advised that HAC will be meeting on MS Teams from now on, not using the Zoom platform. MS Teams may need to be downloaded on your device prior to the meeting.

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scəw̓aθən t̓θelə (Tsawwassen Heart) Drum Group
2023-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Youth Centre, 2300 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen, BC, Canada
Open to TFN Members and families: EVERY MONDAY BEGINNING OCTOBER 16TH AT THE YOUTH CENTRE FROM 5:00-7:00PM
What to bring: a drum + drum stick, listening ears and singing voice (If you do not have a drum + drum stick there will be spares available for your use).
We have some exciting things planned:

1st meet up (Oct 16th) – DOOR PRIZES will be available!
2nd meet up (Oct 23rd) – Drum making workshop *please note* all drums that are made, will be given back to the drum group for all to use.

Advisory Council Meeting
2023-10-10 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
Meetings of the Advisory Council are open to all TFN Members, and non-elected Members receive an honorarium for their time and contributions. Members can join the meeting in person or via Teams (see link below). For those joining in person, dinner will be available at 5:00 pm. Please note: to join the meeting using an iPhone or iPad, you will need to download the Teams app. For other devices, you can click on “Join on the web” to join the meeting using your internet browser (Chrome, MS Edge, etc.).
Agenda:

Review of proposed amendments to the Consolidated Public Lands Availability Regulation

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Šxʷkʷecxənəm xʷkʷecxənəm sceɬtən Gathering
2023-10-06 12:00 - 18:00
Members and their families are invited to celebrate the Fall Equinox and TFN’s Season of Abundance! As the Salmon People, TFN embraces the fall equinox and the traditional season of səwə́n̓ tən (Last of the Sockeye), also known as September. This time holds great significance for us as we honor our sceɬtən (salmon) harvesting traditions.
October 6th, 2023 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Event will be at TFN Rec Centre.
For more information, contact the Šxʷkʷecxənəm Natural Resources Department.

Salmon Gathering pdf

Walk for Truth and Reconciliation
2023-09-30 09:45 - 12:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Every Child Matters
Everyone is welcome to join us in a Walk for National Day of Truth & Reconciliation. We encourage you to bring your drum/rattle/clappers and your powerful strong voices. Walk will proceed rain or shine so please dress accordingly for the weather. Walkers will meet in the TFN Rec Centre Parking lot 9:45am
If you are an Indian Residential School Survivor, or have been affected by the residential school system and need help, you can contact the 24-hour I.R.S. Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419

RBT2 Habitat Offsetting Community Meeting #1
2023-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
TFN is holding 3 meetings with TFN Members to discuss and receive feedback on the proposed projects for Roberts Bank Terminal 2 (RBT2). TFN Biologist, Kelly Scott, will be conducting these meetings along with representatives from the Port to provide additional information. This first meeting will provide an overview of the current habitat offsetting plan and information on the non-conventional offsetting projects (NCOP) for bivalves and herring.
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Advisory Council Meeting
2023-09-27 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
Meetings of the Advisory Council are open to all TFN Members, and non-elected Members receive an honorarium for their time and contributions. Members can join the meeting in person or via Teams (see link below). For those joining in person, dinner will be available at 5:00 pm. Please note: to join the meeting using an iPhone or iPad, you will need to download the Teams app. For other devices, you can click on “Join on the web” to join the meeting using your internet browser (Chrome, MS Edge, etc.).
Agenda:

Review of proposed Investment Policy
Review of proposed Security Camera Policy

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2023 Members Gathering
2023-09-21 - 2023-09-23 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Rd, Richmond, BC, V6X 3P8, Canada
SAVE THE DATE!
The 2023 Members Gathering will take place September 21-24, 2023!

Out-of-town Members can arrive on Thursday September 21st
There will be events taking place on Tsawwassen Lands on Friday September 22nd
The AGM, consultation sessions, and other activities will take place at the River Rock Resort Saturday September 23 and Sunday September 24

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Truth and Reconciliation Workshop
2023-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 | TFN Longhouse, 2148 Tsawwassen Dive, Tsawwassen, BC, Canada
Open to TFN Members and Tsawwassen Government Staff. This workshop will feature guest speaker Samantha Jack from Len Pierre Consulting. Lunch will be provided after the workshop.
hə̓k̓ʷnəs mə̓kʷ tə steʔəxʷəłct Remember all our children

Advisory Council Meeting
2023-09-11 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
Meetings of the Advisory Council are open to all TFN Members, and non-elected Members receive an honorarium for their time and contributions. Members can join the meeting in person or via Teams (see link below). For those joining in person, dinner will be available at 5:00 pm. Please note: to join the meeting using an iPhone or iPad, you will need to download the Teams app. For other devices, you can click on “Join on the web” to join the meeting using your internet browser (Chrome, MS Edge, etc.).
Agenda:

Review of proposed amendments to Security Camera Policy (tentative)

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Canning Workshop
2023-09-07 18:00 - 21:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Open to TFN Members: KPU is holding a canning workshop on September 7th from 6:00-9:00 in the Rec Centre Kitchen. There are only 15 spots available. If you are interested, please contact Nikki Lorenz (nlorenz@tsawwassenfirstnation.com or 604-619-3062) by Monday September 4th so we can ensure we have enough supplies. We are planning to can some pickles & beans from the TFN Community Farm!!!

Vaccination Clinic
2023-09-05 14:00 - 18:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Are your vaccinations up to date? Members and their families are welcome to come to the Rec Centre 2:00-6:00 pm to have a public health nurse look up your records and get you up to date! Snacks will be provided. For more information contact Serena (604-831-7970)

International Overdose Awareness Day
2023-08-31 17:00 - 20:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Members and their families are invited to join the circle for a stigma-free evening of sharing and healing while discussing and learning about topics that matter.
Feel free to contact Serena Dhami (604-831-7970) with any questions or concerns you may have.

Housing Advisory Committee meeting
2023-08-28 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Lands Office – Large Boardroom, 2460 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen, BC
This meeting will be hybrid, we will gather in person at the Lands office (2460 Falcon Way) and attendees will also have the option to join virtually via MS Teams. Dinner items will be provided at the Lands office.
Please RSVP your attendance to rsandhu@tsawwassenfirstnation.com. Please be advised that HAC will be meeting on MS Teams from now on, not using the Zoom platform. MS Teams may need to be downloaded on your device prior to the meeting.
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Information Session for Residents on RBT2
2023-08-26 10:00 - 12:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Join us for a meeting to learn more about the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project!
This meeting is an opportunity for leasehold residents to learn more about the project, what it means for Tsawwassen and to ask questions of Tsawwassen government staff. TFN Members are welcome to attend.

Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting
2023-08-24 17:00 - 19:00 | cə̓lisələm – TFN Community Farm, 4926 28 Ave, Delta, BC, V4M 4G7, Canada
This will be an in-person event, and there will be no online option available. Due to the nature of the location, we advise all participants to wear boots, as the site may be muddy.

TFN Community Clean-up Event - All Residents Welcome!
2023-08-23 16:00 - 18:00 | TFN Sports Field, 2331 Tsawwassen Drive north, Tsawwassen, BC, Canada
The Housing Advisory Committee is hosting a TFN Community Lands Clean-up Day! Members and leasehold residents are invited to join us in celebrating our community, and participate in a neighborhood clean-up. The event will kick off at the TFN Sports Field (close to the Field house). Participants will be assigned zones to focus on for the clean-up. A staff member will be present at the sports field throughout the event (4-6PM) to provide participants with instructions and answer any questions. Snacks and refreshments will be provided to all participants. There will be door prizes, including $400 worth of gift cards to be won and lots of fun to be had at this outdoor event! We look forward to seeing you there. The event will proceed rain or shine, please dress accordingly.

2023 August 23 Community clean up Day Flyer

For more information about the event please reach out to the Housing Planner, Rajan Sandhu, phone-604 329 1552; email- rsandhu@tsawwassenfirstnation.com

Community Safety Strategy Housing Workshop
2023-08-21 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
The Community Safety Strategy Panel is hosting a housing workshop to engage with TFN Members. The workshop will feature a short presentation from housing expert Janice Abbott, who has significant experience in housing clients on the downtown east side. Come out and have your say on TFN’s housing needs!
Please note that there will be Childcare and children’s activities provided!
Please contact the Health and Social Services Department directly with any questions at: 604-833-2507 or communitysafety@tsawwassenfirstnation.com

Breakfast with Executive Council
2023-08-19 09:00 - 11:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
TFN Members are invited to join Executive Council for breakfast! One of Executive Council’s goals is to promote strong communication between Executive Council and Members. Please Join Executive Council for the opportunity to visit and ask questions in an informal setting over a delicious hot breakfast. We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact Maryanne Adams at 604-834-7484 or madams@tsawwassenfirstnation.com

Advisory Council Meeting
2023-08-14 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
Meetings of the Advisory Council are open to all TFN Members, and non-elected Members receive an honorarium for their time and contributions. Members can join the meeting in person or via Teams (see link below). For those joining in person, dinner will be available at 5:00 pm. Please note: to join the meeting using an iPhone or iPad, you will need to download the Teams app. For other devices, you can click on “Join on the web” to join the meeting using your internet browser (Chrome, MS Edge, etc.).
Agenda:

Review of proposed amendments to Offsite Levies (OSL) Regulation

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Virtual Community Meeting on RBT2 *New Date*
2023-08-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Teams meeting – online, Tsawwassen, British Columbia, Canada
Members are invited to join us for a virtual meeting to learn more about the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project, what it means for Tsawwassen, and to ask questions to TFN staff. This meeting is a follow-up for those Members who were unable to attend in-person information session that was held on June 27th.
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Agricultural Advisory Committee Meeting
2023-07-26 17:00 - 19:00 | cə̓lisələm – TFN Community Farm, 4926 28 Ave, Delta, BC, V4M 4G7, Canada
This AAC meeting will take place at c̓əlisələm (TFN Community Farm). Dinner will be available 5:00-5:30pm onsite. This will be an in-person event, and there will be no online option available. Due to the nature of the location, we advise all participants to wear boots, as the site may be muddy.

Culture and Craft Night
2023-07-26 16:30 - 18:30, 2023-07-19 16:30 - 18:30 | TFN Youth Centre, 2300 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen, BC, Canada
TFN Members and their families are invited to join us on Wednesdays at the Youth Centre kitchen.

Tribal Journey - Welcoming the Canoes
2023-07-21 18:00 - 22:00 | TFN Members Beachfront Park
Members and their families are invited to join us in welcoming the Tribal Journey canoes to Tsawwassen Beach. Protocol at the Longhouse will follow.

Housing Advisory Committee Meeting
2023-07-20 17:30 - 19:00 | TFN Lands Office – Large Boardroom, 2460 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen, BC
This meeting will be hybrid, we will gather in person at the Lands office (2460 Falcon Way) and attendees will also have the option to join virtually via Zoom. Dinner items will be provided at the Lands office.
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Advisory Council Meeting
2023-07-10 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
Meetings of the Advisory Council are open to all TFN Members, and non-elected Members receive an honorarium for their time and contributions. Members can join the meeting in person or via Teams (see link below). For those joining in person, dinner will be available at 5:00 pm. Please note: to join the meeting using an iPhone or iPad, you will need to download the Teams app. For other devices, you can click on “Join on the web” to join the meeting using your internet browser (Chrome, MS Edge, etc.).
Agenda:

Review of proposed Indemnity Policy
Review of proposed Environmental Assessment Opportunities Policy
Updates to Advisory Council and Committee Honoraria
Final review/approval of Advisory Council Code of Conduct
Round Table

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Natural Resources Advisory Committee Meeting
2023-07-06 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Administration Office – North Boardroom, 1926 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, V4M 4G2, Canada
Meetings of the NRAC are open to all Members. Dinner will be served, and honorariums will be provided. Meetings are hybrid format – Members can attend in person at the main Administration Office, or online via Teams. To get the Teams link via email please contact Krystal Lockert, Manager of Natural Resources.

TFN Canoe Blessing
2023-06-28 10:30 - 12:00 | TFN Members Beachfront Park
Postponed until further notice
łex̌en̓t tə snexʷəł ƛ̓ scew̓aθən məsteyexʷ
Member Services, TFN Youth Centre, and the Language and Culture Department would like to invite Members and their families to witness the canoe blessing.
Rain or Shine please dress accordingly. Lunch will be provided
