Tsawwassen First Nation

CANCELLED - Family Tree Workshop
2022-09-01 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Unfortunately these workshops are cancelled until further notice
Tsawwassen First Nation’ Cultural Department will be hosting a beginners Family Tree Workshop (TFN Members only). We have invited Serena Peters-Splockton from Seabird Island to help our Members to get started on their own family tree.

Beginning Genealogy Tips & Tricks
Learn New Apps & Websites
The last day we will look through photos

Items you will need to bring

Please bring your own laptop/iPad or any device
Familysearch.com account set up (www.familysearch.org)
Paper
Pen or Pencil

TFN General Election - Nomination Meeting
2022-09-02 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
NOTICE OF NOMINATION MEETING

2ND OF SEPTEMBER 2022
5:00PM – 7:00PM
TSAWWASSEN FIRST NATION OFFICE, 1926 Tsawwassen Dr. N., Tsawwassen, BC
Tsawwassen 22 Notice of Nomination

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Nominating Candidates:
A candidate must be eligible for the office for which they wish to be a candidate and must be nominated at the nomination meeting:

(a) verbally, by two eligible voters, or
(b) by a mail-in nomination in the prescribed form, supported by two eligible voters, that is received by the Election Officer before the close of the nomination meeting.

To stand as a Candidate, a Nominee must complete an Acceptance of Nomination Form and provide it to the Election Officer before the close of the Nomination Meeting.

https://www.onefeather.ca/nations/tsawwassen

Advisory Council Meeting
2022-09-12 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 Zoom.
Agenda items include:

Lot A and B RM1 Duplex Rezoning – Lands
Review of Amendments to Instructional Support Services Regulation and proposed nəwəy̓əł Kindergarten to Grade 12 Education Policy (2022) – Director of Member Services

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Housing Advisory Committee meeting
2022-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | BC
The next HAC meeting for 2022 is scheduled on Monday, September 19, 2022, from 5:00-7:00 pm.
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 will be provided at the Lands office. To RSVP, please email or call Lands Manager, Priyanka Roy: Cell: 604 785 3856, email: proy@tsawwassenfirstnation.com
In-Person Location:
Lands Large Boardroom, Lands Office
2460 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen BC V4M 4G4
You can use the Zoom link below to attend the meeting if you can’t attend in person.
Online:
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THANK YOU!
Click the following link for a printable pdf with the above information: 2022- Sep 7 TFN HAC Meeting Information

scəw̓aθən məsteyəxʷ Craft Corner
2022-09-22 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
The Language and Culture Department invites all Members to our monthly craft night where we will provide supplies. If you have project(s) that you are working on, you are more than welcome to work on at our craft night. Dinner will be provided.

Advisory Council Meeting
2022-09-26 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 Zoom. Agenda items include:

RZ000001 Rezoning – Lands
Amendments to Payment of Servicing and Pre-Construction Costs Policy – Lands
Review of proposed Events Regulation – Lands

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TFN General Election - All-Candidates Meeting
2022-09-27 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
This will be an opportunity for Eligible Voters to hear from the candidates for the TFN 2022 General Election.

Reconciliation Walk
2022-09-30 10:00 - 13:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Opening Ceremony and song
5km walk around Tsawwassen Mills
Closing ceremony in the parking lot at the corner of Blue Heron Way and Salish Sea Drive

Advisory Council meeting
2022-10-11 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 Zoom. Agenda items include:

Review of proposed Disqualifying Conduct Regulation – General Counsel

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Delta School Trustee Election - Voting Location
2022-10-15 08:00 - 20:00 | TFN Youth Centre, 2300 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen, BC, Canada
As Tsawwassen First Nation is within the boundaries of School District #37 (Delta), TFN Residents and Non-Resident Property Electors are eligible to vote in the 2022 General Local Elections for the Office of School Trustee for the Delta Board of Education. Tsawwassen First Nation Lands are not within the boundaries of the City of Delta; therefore, TFN Residents and Non-Resident Property Electors are not eligible to vote for the Offices of Mayor and Councillor for the City of Delta.
General Voting Day:
8 am to 8 pm October 15, 2022
Tsawwassen First Nation Youth Centre
2287 Tsawwassen Drive
Tsawwassen First Nation, BC
For more information click here

TFN General Election - Voting Day
2022-10-15 09:00 - 20:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
NOTICE OF ELECTION

15th OF OCTOBER 2022
9:00AM – 8:00PM
TSAWWASSEN FIRST NATION RECREATION CENTRE, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC

NOTE THAT Electors may vote in person at a polling station and all voting-age Members will receive mail-in ballot packages. If your mailing address has changed, please notify support@onefeather.ca by providing your Nation name, personal name, postal address, and date of birth.

For more information or assistance please contact:

Patrick Marshall, Electoral Officer Support at OneFeather
Email: support@onefeather.ca
Office: 250-384-8200 | Toll Free: 1855-923-3006 | Fax: 250-384-5416
209-852 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C., V8W 1H8

https://www.onefeather.ca/nations/tsawwassen

Dental Health Event
2022-10-21 16:30 - 18:30 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Health and Social Services (HSS) would like to invite all TFN Members to come out to participate in an open forum where Members can ask questions regarding their dental health! Opening Prayers begin at 4:30PM with dinner to follow.

The purpose of this evening event is to provide a safe space for all TFN Members to voice their concerns and fears around dental hygiene. Healthcare professionals will be present to answer questions and there will be a designated private room for anyone who wishes to have a private conversation. A representative from Pacific Blue Cross will also be present to answer all questions surrounding Member benefits and coverage!

A catered dinner along with refreshments will be included. Look out for various raffles and the chance to win gifts with values up to $200 and gift cards for the taking! There will also be an opportunity for a brushing off for those who need it. Please join us for a fun and informative evening!

Advisory Council meeting
2022-10-24 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. Agenda items include:

Review of Legislator Code of Conduct – PIGA

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Members Gathering 2022
2022-11-04 - 2022-11-06 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Rd, Richmond, BC, V6X 3P8, Canada
Save the Date! November 4-6 2022
Our next Tsawwassen First Nation Members Gathering will take place Friday Nov 4th – Sunday Nov 6th at the River Rock Resort in Richmond BC! We are so happy to once again welcome Members from near and far to come together for this important event.
Registration packages will be mailed out soon so please keep an eye on your mailboxes!

Legislature Swearing-In for 2022-2026 Term
2022-11-15 17:30 - 19:30 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
This event is being streamed via Vimeo (https://livestream.com/tfn/leg-swearing-in-2022)

Legislative Assembly Fall 2022 Session - Day 1
2022-11-17 17:30 - 20:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Swearing-in of Legislator Chemkwaat (Valerie Cross)
Selection of squiqel for 2022-2026 Term
Opening Remarks
New Employee Affirmation Ceremony
Overview of Legislature Code of Conduct
Introduction of Bill 002-2022, the FIPPA Amendment Act

All Legislative Assembly meetings are open to the public and can be viewed online at https://livestream.com/tfn

Advisory Council meeting
2022-11-21 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. Agenda items include:

Review of Bill 002-2022, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Amendment Act

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Covid/Flu Vaccine Mini Clinic
2022-11-22 14:30 - 16:30 | BC
This is a small-scale clinic for community members and staff who couldn’t make it to the last clinic we had.
To book or for any questions please contact: HSS MOA Hiral (604) 908-3015

Legislative Assembly Fall 2022 Session - Day 2
2022-11-22 17:30 - 20:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
[Agenda to follow]
All Legislative Assembly meetings are open to the public and can be viewed online at https://livestream.com/tfn

Legislative Assembly Fall 2022 Session - Day 3
2022-11-24 17:30 - 20:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Agenda

Third Reading of Bill 002-2022, the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Amendment Act
Report of Previous Resolutions
Report on Budget Amendments
Motion to adopt the Legislature Code of Conduct
Resolution R.006-2022 to Request Amendments to the Election Act
Closing Remarks

Winter Craft Fair
2022-12-03 11:00 - 17:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Local Crafts
Baking
Raffle
50/50 Draw
Concession

AND MUCH MORE! Vendor tables are available for $15, please contact Pam Rowat for the application form.

Community Safety Strategy Workshop
2022-12-04 11:00 - 13:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Members and their families are invited to come and engage with our Community Safety Strategy team on what a safe and healthy TFN community looks like to you. Lunch will be provided and there are door prizes to be won!

Advisory Council Meeting
2022-12-05 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. 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 Public Art Policy

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Community Christmas Dinner for TFN Member Families
2022-12-07 16:30 - 19:30 | Tsawwassen Springs, 5133 Springs Blvd, Tsawwassen, V4M 0A6
Come and enjoy Christmas dinner, visit with Santa, and family fun activities!
Please note: you must complete a registration form to attend, as there is limited capacity at the venue. Deadline to register is Wednesday Nov 23. For more information or to get a form please contact Michelle Baker, Events Coordinator, at 778-868-3210.

TFN By-Election - Nomination Meeting
2022-12-15 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the eligible voters of the Tsawwassen First Nation will be held in the Tsawwassen First Nation Recreation Centre, located at 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, B.C. on the 15th day of December, 2022, beginning at 5:00 o’clock P.M. and lasting for at least two hours, for the purpose of nominating candidates for the position of one (1)Legislator of the said First Nation for the remainder of the term. One (1) Legislator position is available. The By-election will be held at the Tsawwassen First Nation Recreation Centre, located at 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, B.C. on January 25, 2023
Notice of Nomination Meeting
For more information, please contact Fred Schiffner, Election Officer
Phone number: 604-786-2512
Toll Free: 1-800-813-2173
Email: fschiffner90@gmail.com

TFN 2022 By-Election - All Candidates Meeting
2023-01-07 17:00 - 19:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
This will be an opportunity for Eligible Voters to hear from the candidates for the TFN 2023 By-Election.

Advisory Council Meeting
2023-01-16 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. 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 Animal Control Regulation
Review of proposed Lease Income Policy

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TFN By-Election - Voting Day
2023-01-25 09:00 - 20:00 | TFN Recreation Centre, 1929 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2, Canada
Notice is hereby given that the Tsawwassen First Nation Executive Council has called a By-Election in accordance with the Tsawwassen First Nation Election Act (2009) and
Regulations for the purpose of electing one (1) Legislator to fill one (1) vacancy in the Legislature for the balance of the current term.
First Notice of By Election
Questions or inquiries regarding the Eligible Voters List or the By- Election should be directed to the Election Officer:
FRED SCHIFFNER, ELECTION OFFICER
Phone: 604-786-2512
Toll Free: 1-800-813-2173
Email: fschiffner90@gmail.com
P.O. Box 18007, 1215C – 56 Street, Delta, BC V4L 2M4

Advisory Council Meeting
2023-01-30 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. 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:

Discussion on events for 2023 – Treaty Day, Indigenous People’s Day, and Members Gathering

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Craft Night
2023-02-02 16:30 - 18:30 | TFN Elders Centre, 1908 Tsawwassen Drive, Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G4, Canada
Open to TFN Members – we will be making beaded Pink Shirt pins, supplies will be provided. Please RSVP by Jan 27.
Dinner will be provided, and babysitting will be available.
