May 26, 2020 Medical Transport UpdateYuustway Health and Wellness Medical Transportation Benefits Coverage The Squamish Nation Health Benefits team administers the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) Medical Transportation Policy Framework (MTPF) on behalf of the FNHA. This program is fully funded through FNHA, NOT funded by Squamish Nation own source revenue or any other funded […]
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Dear Families, As a precautionary measure in context of COVID-19, the Ministry of Education, on the advice of the Provincial Health Officer, suspended in-person instruction in public and independent K-12 Schools effective March 17th, 2020. In response Xwemélch’stn Etsimxwawtxw closed the school to in-class instruction for students, and moved forward with a continuity of learning […]
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COVID-19 Care Packages Prawns, Chicken, Pasta, Alfredo Sauce, Napkins & Disinfectant Spray Provided for Members collaboratively through Member Services and Squamish Nation Council Prawns were harvested May 9-19, 2020 in Howe SoundFor our Food, Social & Ceremonial Use(Processed and frozen in sea water immediately on boat) On-Reserve Delivery:Locations: Squamish ValleyNorth VancouverDate: Wednesday, May 27, 2020Time: […]
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Frequently Asked Questions BC’s Restart Plan: K to 12 Return to School Background. As a precautionary measure in the context of COVID-19, the Ministry of Education, on the advice of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), suspended in-person instruction in public and independent K-12 schools effective March 17, 2020. Public and independent K-12 schools were asked […]
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Do you need assistance with preparing your taxes? The income tax filing deadline is quickly approaching. Submit your information and authorization to the Nation by Wednesday, May 27th to ensure you meet the deadline. • The Nation and our tax firm, PWC, are able to assist with non-complex “slip based” returns (i.e., no rental income, […]
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Message from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: “As COVID-19 continues to spread globally, protect yourself and beware of associated scams. Fraudsters want to profit from consumers’ fears, uncertainties and misinformation. Turn to trusted resources and advice for health, financial and security resources.” Additional information: https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedette/2020/covid-19-eng.htm
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Huy chexw a (thank you) to everyone who completed the Yúustway Health & Wellness Department Communications and Engagement survey. Over 200 members provided their input, and this is what we heard: • Members would like communications that are respectful, timely, consistent, open, and transparent.• More information about the Yúustway Health & Wellness team members, how […]
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Advisory Communication from Health Canada: “The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the use of household cleaning products, bleaches, disinfectants, and hand sanitizers. Between February and March, poison centres received 58% more reports of exposure to these products, compared with the same period last year. To keep your home and family safe, read and follow the directions […]
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May 6, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Staff, Earlier today, Premier John Horgan held a news conference to share details of B.C.’s Restart Plan, a four-phase plan to ease restrictions currently in place due to COVID-19. You may have had an opportunity to watch the news conference. For those who did not, here is a summary […]
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DO YOU NEED HELP PREPARING YOUR INCOME TAXES? The Nation and our tax firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), are able to assist with non-complex “slip based” returns (i.e., no rental income, business income or complicated estate taxes) All services will be provided remotely (telephone and/or online) by the Finance Department, with support from PwC, due to COVID-19 […]
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