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Youth Environmental Network - BC E-NEWSLETTER
The Week of January 16th, 2006
Index
- HAPPENINGS
- JOIN!
- FUNDING and OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
- JOBS/VOLUNTEERING
- RESOURCES
**SPECIAL NOTE: If you have any news, events, announcements, job, volunteer or
funding opportunities that you would like to spread the word about, please send
us the info and well be sure to include it in the next edition of the YEN-BC
E-NEWSLETTER! Send your contributions to: bc-cb (at) yen-rej.org**
Visit the Youth Environmental Network (YEN) at http://www.yen-rej.org/!
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HAPPENINGS
B.C. YEN YOUTH CLIMATE CHANGE PROJECTS UNDERWAY!
Our YEN youth climate change projects are well on their way here in B.C..
Currently weve got projects happening in Vancouver, Nelson and Victoria if
you live in any of these cities, keep your eyes peeled for YEN events! If you
would like to learn more about our groups, please contact the BC Regional
Coordinator Sarah Loveday at bc-cb (at) yen-rej.org.
Ever feel like its all adults who are making the big decisions and no one wants
to listen to your opinion?
Lets do something to change that!
VICTORIA YOUTH MEET N GREET
The City of Victoria Youth Council (CVYC) would like to invite you to a special
Youth Hub meet n greet. This event will bring together diverse youth groups
and individuals. We hope to provide a venue for youth to connect and share
ideas. Whatever issues youre passionate about, you are sure to find others who
share that passion at the Hub!
Well have some munchies, do some schmoozing and activities, and talk about how
we can work together to support each other and Victorias youth. If you want
help getting a project off the ground or are concerned about issues that affect
you or your community, this is the place to be.
The Youth Hub meet n greet will be:
Sunday, January 29 at 12:30
Victoria City Hall
Enjoy munchies and refreshments while meeting other youth who are interested in
anything from environmental and social justice activism, to community skate
parks, to creating space for youth to participate in municipal politics.
If you plan on attending or if your group would like to send representatives,
please RSVP to us by Monday, January 23rd so we know how much food to order.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact our Coordinator, Chelsea at
361-0360 ext 9688 or by email at victoriayouthcouncil (at) shaw.ca
In the meantime, check out our website:
http://members.shaw.ca/victoriayouthcouncil/
Come add your voice to the mix!
YOUTH PARTICIPATION OPEN FORUMS: When will Ayla be in your city?
Mark your calendars! Ayla from TakingITGlobal will be visiting cities across
Canada to host OPEN FORUMS on youth participation on Canada, coming to a city
near you...
The open forum is the second phase of the Cross-Canada Mapping of Youth-Led
Initiatives project.
While the Vancouver event has come and gone, there are a number of other dates
nationwide
Tell your friends!
Cities:
- Saskatoon: January 12, 2006
- Winnipeg: January 16, 2006
- Toronto: January 19, 2006
- Ottawa: January 23, 2006
- Montreal: January 26, 2006
- Quebec: January 30, 2006
- Saint John: February 2, 2006
- Halifax: February 6, 2006
Details to be confirmed, for more information on the project and open forums
please visit: http://projects.takingitglobal.org/mapping or contact:
mapping (at) takingitglobal.org
Check out the flyer here:
English:
http://takingitglobal.org/action/projects/download.html/5354/Flyer-En.pdf
French:
http://takingitglobal.org/action/projects/download.html/5355/Flyer-Fr.pdf
Student Leadership Conference (at) UBC
SHIFT: January 14, 2006
http://www.ams.ubc.ca/slc/index.cfm
A venue for 750 student leaders to gather, share and learn, the SLC is where the
student leaders are. SHIFT, this year's conference theme, reflects the growth
that each of us can achieve when we challenge ourselves and one another to new
ideas and new approaches. Whether you are a seasoned leader at UBC, or just
looking for a way to get involved, you'll find what you're looking for at the
SLC. Everyone can shift. Join us in January and see for yourself.
BUILDING CAPACITY FOR TDM IN CANADA
Victoria Workshop
Thursday, February 2, 2006
Local Host: South Vancouver Island TDM Forum
Register Now for this FREE workshop in the cross Canada series
"Building Capacity for TDM in Canada" at www.ACTCanada.com
Limited Spaces Available
Why should you attend?
* Share information about transportation demand management (TDM)
* Explain why TDM is a vital complement to infrastructure in creating an
effective and efficient transportation system
* Discuss the inclusion of TDM in land use and transportation planning,
and in initiatives to improve air quality and public health
* Gather information on local and regional TDM needs - what needs to
happen, who should do it, and when?
With funding from Transport Canada, this free workshop is by invitation
only. Your attendance will help us better understand TDM needs in
Canada.
Who should attend?
This workshop is for those senior professionals who have an interest in
sustainable transportation. It will help you to better understand how
to integrate TDM strategies into your work in building better
communities, and to appreciate the links among related disciplines.
* Transportation engineers: Learn how TDM supports a wide range
of transportation strategies.
* Urban planners: Learn how land use is fundamental to TDM and
how small changes to land use plans can yield significant
transportation benefits.
* Health professionals: Learn how physical activity, air quality
and public health are linked to sustainable transportation
infrastructure
* Elected officials: Learn how TDM can help reach voters who are
growing more aware of the economic, environmental and health impacts of
transportation systems.
* Municipal government staff: Learn about the links among
disciplines, and how teamwork can improve results with increased
stakeholder buy-in
* Provincial and federal government staff: Learn how TDM
strategies can help meet the needs of individuals and local governments
who are calling for more sustainable transportation systems.
Register now for the workshop at the following location
Details:
Thursday, February 2, 2006
8:00 to 4:00 pm
Union Club (805 Gordon Street in the Begbie Room)
Victoria, BC
To register...
Simply visit www.ACTCanada.com and choose
the workshop you wish to attend:
Registration options...
Your time is valuable. We are offering three registration options, so
you can pick the one that works best for you:
Option 1: Morning session: Hear a comprehensive overview of TDM in your
community and across Canada.
OR
Option 2: Morning session and keynote luncheon. Take in the morning
session, then stay for lunch to network and enjoy our keynote speaker
OR
Option 3: Full Day: Morning session + keynote luncheon + afternoon
session. Enjoy the morning and lunch, then roll up your sleeves for a
working session with other TDM stakeholders to discuss TDM issues and
identify local needs. The results of the afternoon session will guide
ACT Canada's national TDM needs assessment.
ACT Canada gratefully acknowledges the support of our Advisory Team:
Transport Canada
Environment Canada
Natural Resources Canada
Public Health Agency of Canada
One-Tonne Challenge
Canadian Parking Association
Pollution Probe
Canadian Urban Transit Association
Transportation Association of Canada
Canadian Institute of Transportation Engineers
Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Canadian Institute of Planners
Go for Green
Green Communities
Victoria Transport Policy Institute,
City of Ottawa
Town of Markham
Region of Peel
The City of Calgary
Halifax Regional Municipality
Regional Municipality of Waterloo
And our local sponsors and event coordinators:
Smart Commute
BA Group
Calgary Chamber of Commerce
Canadian Petroleum Products Institute
Alberta Infrastructure and Transportation
Region of Waterloo - TravelWise
CRD - Roundtable on the Environment
Ministry of the Environment
Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) - Victoria Chapter
And if you know anyone out East, tell them to look out for these Sierra Youth
Coalition events
Ontario Sustainable Campuses Conference, January 13th/14th at Trent
University Peterborough
http://syc-cjs.org/sustainable/Ontario+Sustainable+Campuses+Conference
Contact: ryansisson (at) trentu.ca
Atlantic Sustainable Campuses Conference, Mount Allison February 3/4/5th
2006 http://syc-cjs.org/sustainable/atlantic
MIDWEST STUDENT CLEAN ENERGY SUMMIT
University of Wisconsin-Madison
March 3rd - 5th, 2006
GATHERING OUR VOICES 2006
Aboriginal Youth Conference in the Traditional Territory of the Secwepemc People
in Kamloops, BC.
March 12-15, 2006
We invite Aboriginal youth (13-24) to gather in Kamloops at Thompson Rivers
University and take part in a dynamic and educational conference over spring
break. Gathering our Voices 2006 will focus on Aboriginal Health and Justice
Issues. The
gathering will feature interactive and informative workshops, career and
education fair, cultural teachings, group activities, and Youth Talent
Showcase! Registration and workshop information will be posted soon at
www.bcaafc.com For further information, contact Dianne Biin, Youth
Conference Coordinator.
World Urban Forum 2006 (WUF 3)
Vancouver, British Columbia
Starting June 19th, 2006
On June 19 - 23, 2006 the World will focus its attention on Vancouver for the
third World Urban Forum (WUF 3) and 30th anniversary of the first UN conference
on Human Settlements. During this five-day event, non-governmental
organizations, community-based organizations, urban professionals, educators,
politicians, academics, engineers, artists and journalists, among many others,
will focus their attentions on one common topic: the city.
For more information, contact:
Brad Foster
Telephone: 604.827.3006
E-mail: brad.foster (at) ubc.ca
Website: http://www.wuf3.ubc.ca/
World Peace Forum 2006
Vancouver, BC
June 23 28, 2006
The World Peace Forum 2006 is an international gathering of individuals, groups
and civic governments from cities and communities to envision a living culture
of peace and sustainability in our lifetimes.
http://www.worldpeaceforum.ca/
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JOIN!
Calling all Victoria area YOUth!
VIDEA
http://www.videa.ca
MINDS IN MOTION YOUTH GROUP
VIDEA is starting up a discussion group entitled Minds in Motion for youth
aged 13 to 18 this coming January. We will be putting up posters throughout
Victoria and at local high schools and are also hoping to go into the schools
to talk to the youth about Minds in Motion. Youth will be invited to meet
once every 2 weeks at a coffee shop in Victoria in order to engage in casual
discussion on a wide variety of global issues, ranging from sweatshops to fair
trade to the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Africa. Volunteers from the community will
act as group leaders, beginning the meeting with a reading designed to get the
youth thinking and talking about a specific global topic for the evening. It
is VIDEAs belief that by providing youth with a forum to share their ideas
regarding local and global events, we will tap into their power to enact change
and action in the world around them. Ultimately, VIDEA hopes that the group will
become youth-driven, and serve as a platform to help young people carry out
projects and activities that are important to them. These initiatives could
take the form of anything from inviting a particular guest speaker to the
evening meetings to seeing a fundraising activity unfold successfully. If you
feel you might wish to volunteer as a meeting coordinator or perhaps know of
any youth that might be interested in joining Minds in Motion, please feel
free to contact Michelle at mwright (at) videa.ca or Bronwen at b.magrath (at) videa.ca
or phone (250) 385-2333.
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
The next deadline for the ECOACTION COMMUNITY FUNDING PROGRAM is approaching
you must submit your application by FEBRUARY 1st to be considered for funding.
Check out the funding guidelines at:
http://www.ec.gc.ca/ecoaction/applicants_guide_e.html
Once youve read over the guidelines document, contact Environment Canada to see
if you would be eligible for funding.
Description:
EcoAction is an Environment Canada funding program that helps groups carry out
projects that protect or improve the environment and/or increase environmental
awareness and capacity in their community.
Who Can Apply:
Non-profit, non-government groups
Types of Projects Funded:
Funding is available for projects that: 1) address Environment Canada's priority
issues of climate change, clean air, clean water, and/or nature; 2) have
positive, measurable impacts on the natural environment, build the capacity of
communities to take action on environmental issues, or a combination of both
objectives; 3) provide opportunities for Canadians to take positive action at
the community level; and 4) encourage people to be more environmentally
responsible. The One-Tonne Challenge is a Government of Canada initiative
designed to encourage Canadians to reduce their personal greenhouse gas
emissions (GHG) emissions by one tonne per year (or 20 percent of the GHG
emissions of an average Canadian). As a supporting partner of the One-Tonne
Challenge, half of EcoAction's annual budget is directed to projects that
involve GHG reductions (under the climate change priority). The other half of
the budget supports the other three priorities mentioned above.
Range of Funding Available:
$25,000 - $100,000
Description of Funding:
Funding is available up to a maximum of $100,000 for a period of up to 2 years.
However, the average amount is about $30,000. At least half of total funds must
come from sponsors other than the federal government.
For more information call 604-664-9093 (or 1-800-667-7779).
If your project is directly concerning climate change, read over the guidelines
document (link above) and then contact Graham Van Der Slagt in Vancouver at
(604) 664-9088.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
COMMUNITY YOUTH PROJECT FUNDING SUPPORT
Community Futures Association of BC (CFDA)
880 335 Burrard Street
Vancouver BC V6C 2G8
Contact Person: Peter MacDonald, Project Manager
Closing Date for receipt of proposals: Tuesday January 24, 2006
Submissions: It is preferred that submissions be formatted as MS Word documents
and that they be forwarded by e-mail to: INFO (at) COMMUNITYFUTURES.CA. Should you
decide to submit your proposals by regular mail or by courier, please send six
(6) copies, of the proposal to the above address.
BACKGROUND:
On March 18th and 19th 2005, the Community Futures Development Association of BC
(CFDA) hosted Lead Out Loud (LOL): The BC Youth Community Leadership Summit,
2005. Approximately 100 young people from communities across BC attended and
had the opportunity to:
· Network and build relationships and alliances with other young community
leaders.
· Learn different approaches to community engagement, leadership,
entrepreneurship, and development.
· Become inspired, motivated, and better equipped to be effectively involved
with initiatives in their own communities.
· Acquire a diverse range of information and tools to share with other young
people and stakeholders in their own communities.
A copy of the final report of the Lead Out Loud Summit can be accessed at:
http://www.communityfutures.ca/provincial/bc/news/lead-out-loud.html
Although another Summit will not be delivered this fiscal (i.e. prior to March
31, 2006), another opportunity now exists for those youth participants who
attended the Summit (and/or youth they are working with in their community) to
respond to this Request For Proposals (RFP) and access between $1,000 - $5,000
for youth projects in their communities that are to be delivered before March
31, 2006.
WHO CAN APPLY:
All youth (and the youth councils/groups they belong to and work with) that
attended the Lead Out Loud conference can respond to this RFP. There is also an
opportunity for other youth to apply as long as they currently work with, or are
involved in some way with youth who attended the Lead Out Loud conference.
PROJECT BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1) The proposal template below (attached to this RFP) must be used when applying
2) Youth applicants will be required to partner with an existing organization in
their community (i.e. a non-profit) that will manage the project funds and pay
project expenses as indicated within the youth proposal submitted and approved.
3) All project funds must be spent by March 31st 2006.
4) An estimated project budget must accompany the proposal
5) All project proposals must be submitted to the CFDA by January 24, 2006.
6) As a condition of the Public Health Agency of Canadas sponsorship, all
projects must in some way support the Population Health Approach.
Information on this approach is available at:
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ph-sp/phdd/approach/. (Please note that this
approach is very broad, inclusive, and holistic, so in essence, most youth
projects that contribute in some way to the betterment of the youth situation
in a community would qualify; the projects dont have to concentrate on the
traditional concept of what many think of by the term health). The
population health approach recognizes that health is a capacity or resource
rather than a state, a definition, which corresponds more to the notion of
being able to pursue one's goals, to acquire skills and education, and to grow.
This broader notion of health recognizes the range of social, economic and
physical environmental factors that contribute to health. The best articulation
of this concept of health is "the capacity of people to adapt to, respond to, or
control life's challenges and changes" (Frankish et al., 1996).
Please note that applications will be judged and evaluated by a Youth Advisory
Committee established by the CFDA.
For further information, please contact Peter MacDonald, CFDA Project Manager,
at 604-685-2332 (ext 227) or email info (at) communityfutures.ca.
Go check out the BC CLIMATE EXCHANGEs Funding Opportunities web page its a
great jumping off point for finding funding.
http://www.bcclimateexchange.ca/index.php?p=funding_opportunities
See the GREEN HOUSE GAS ACTION GUIDE for various greenhouse gas/climate change
related funding opportunities:
http://www.ghgactionguide.ca/actions/search.php?type=2&textfield=&Submit=Go&id=3
Two of BC HYRDOs funding areas include environment and education. Check out
their funding opportunities at:
http://www.bchydro.com/community/outreach/outreach2335.html#funding
Volunteer Scholarships: The TOYOTA EARTHDAY SCHOLARSHIPS program rewards
graduating high school students and Québec junior college students who have
achieved academic excellence and have distinguished themselves in
environmental community service. Fifteen scholarships of $5000 each will be
awarded across Canada this year. Applications due: 31 January 2006. For more
information: http://www.earthday.ca/scholarship/
OTHER
The Canadian Rural Partnership is seeking nominations of young rural
Canadians (18 - 29 years old) who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and
contributions to rural, remote and/or northern Canada, in 2004 or 2005, for the
third Young Leaders in Rural Canada Awards (YLRCA). A commemorative Award will
be presented in each of the following categories: INNOVATION, LEADERSHIP and
PARTNERSHIP. Deadline: To be considered, submissions must be
received/post-marked no later than MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 2006.
http://www.rural.gc.ca/dialogue/youth/callfornom3_e.phtml
International Young Eco Hero Awards
Do you know any YOUNG ECO-HEROES aged 8 to 16 years? Please let them know
about Action For Natures 2006 International Young Eco-Hero awards program.
Winners receive a cash prize and recognition for their environmental
accomplishments. The award promotes individual action concerning
environmental protection and advocacy, environmental health projects and the
education of others. February 28, 2006 is the award deadline. More details
at www.actionfornature.org
Volvo Adventure Awards
Volvo Car Corporation in partnership with United
Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) are rewarding environmental projects
undertaken by young people to improve their local environment. The projects
are published on the Volvo Adventure website and the best projects will be
selected for an all expenses paid trip to Sweden. Open to young people
around the world aged between 10 and 16 years. 1st prize: 10000 USD; 2nd
prize: 6000 USD; 3rd prize: 4000 USD. Go to:
http://www.volvoadventure.org/
Deadline: Jan 31, 2006
ECO Canada Student Award
** For post-secondary youth enrolled in an environmental-related program**
Deadline for application: January 30, 2006
Enter for a chance to win the ECO Canada Student Award worth $1,000 and attend
the GLOBE 2006 conference in Vancouver, BC.
To Apply for the ECO Canada Student Award 2006:
Become one of 5 post-secondary students selected from across Canada to
join ECO Canada's booth during the GLOBE 2006 conference and trade show,
to be held in Vancouver BC, March 29-31, 2006.
As a winner, you will:
* Receive the title of Student Ambassador 2006
* Present a poster outlining your environmental research during the
3-day conference
* Receive $1,000 in cash to cover all, or part of your travel and
accommodation expenses
* Gain access to some of the speakers' sessions
Conditions of Award
Participants are responsible for organizing and paying for their own
travel and accommodation expenses.
How to apply?
Complete an application form on-line at www.eco.ca ("Students" section).
You will be required to submit a 250-word description of your poster and
arrange for a reference letter to be sent to ECO Canada no later than
January 30, 2006.
Successful candidates will be notified of their acceptance by February 3,
2006.
If you have any questions or concerns about this program, please do not
hesitate to contact Kitt Chanthaboune at (403) 233-0748 ext. 244 or by
emailing kchant (at) eco.ca.
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JOBS/VOLUNTEERING
JOBS
DAVID SUZUKI FOUNDATION JOB POSTING
Climate Change Campaigner
The Campaigner reports to the Director, Climate Change Program
The responsibility of the climate change campaigner is
to build public support for the goals of the carbon offsets program; this
will include: developing relationships with key government officials,
developing and implementing strategies with the climate change team,
developing networks among ENGOs and opinion leader groups in support of
the climate change program, and contributing to the policy documents and
briefing notes in support of the climate change program. The Campaigner
will have special responsibility for the development of a carbon neutral
network in the Greater Vancouver Regional District by engaging local
businesses and assisting them with the implementation of carbon neutral
programs.
This is a temporary, full time 1-year contract to start as soon as
possible. The Foundation offers a competitive salary, a 4-day workweek as
well as an extensive benefits package. This position is based in our
Vancouver office. Occasional travel may be required.
Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning and Campaigning:
Develop and implement activities that build support for the
Carbon Neutral Network and to ensure that the goals, strategies and
tactics of the Carbon Neutral Network are fully integrated into the goals
of the Carbon Neutral Program and climate change program.
Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated
strategies and tactics for research, communications, campaigning, and the
development and the promotion of Carbon Neutral Network, the Carbon
Neutral Program and Climate Change Program goals and objectives.
Initiate, scope, plan, and deliver the Carbon Neutral Network
including specific outreach projects, events and initiatives, including
project schedules, proposals and budgets.
Identify opportunities for earned media and public education.
2. Network Building
Build and maintain networks among ENGOs and other opinion leader
groups who will
support the goals and objectives of the carbon offset and climate
change program.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with other DSF staff on
networking. Initiate and develop working relationships with
potential partners in the Carbon Neutral Network. Attend meetings and
maintain ongoing contact with other organizations active on carbon
offsets, climate change and energy policy. Integrate information and
assess the significance and implications of policy positions and
strategies. Feed communications loops within DSF with relevant
information on events, discussions and meetings.
3. Writing and Research
Monitor and analyze emerging policies and researching trends in
carbon offsets, emerging carbon markets and climate change and energy
policy.
Contribute to discussion papers, technical reports, briefing
notes, presentations, correspondence, and communication backgrounders.
Organize and maintain related files.
4. Policy development:
Contribute to the development of climate change and energy
policy through research and analysis.
Participate in briefings for decision-makers, media and others,
and work effectively in meetings and committees both internally and
externally.
5. Other related duties, as required.
Skills & Qualifications:
* A minimum of an undergraduate degree
* At least four years of previous successful campaign experience or
equivalent
* Knowledge of current debate on climate change and energy policy in
the private and public sector, as well as an understanding of the
global carbon market
* Superior strategic planning abilities; results-oriented
* Demonstrated written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with
technical writing and ability to interpret technical material for
general audiences. Confident and motivating communicator.
* Strong project management skills-can balance reactive daily tasks
with planning and stewarding longer-term projects
* Well-developed influencing, negotiating and sales skills; the ability
to empower and motivate the public, volunteers and others in carrying
out campaign tactics
* Able to manage own workload without close supervision and work
independently, making decisions and solving problems on routine and
complex problems
* Able to work effectively in a dynamic team environment, in a flexible
office environment with periods of high pressure activity
* Excellent networking skills, alliance-building experience
* Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively is
essential
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS / COMMENTS:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria above.
Initial screening of applicants will be done solely on the information
submitted by the candidates. Failure to fully explain your education and
experience may result in your being screened out of this process.
APPLICATION PROCESS & CLOSING DATE:
As this is an immediate opening, please submit a cover letter (1 page
maximum); resume (2 page maximum) ASAP. Please note in your application
where you saw this add. The job posting closing date is January 29, 2006.
There are three ways you can submit your application:
1. By email: jobs (at) davidsuzuki.org
2. By mail: Attn: Human Resources
David Suzuki Foundation
219-2211 West 4th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6K 4S2
3. By fax: 604-732-0752;
NATIVE WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION OF CANADA
The Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC) launched the national
Sisters in Spirit Campaign in March 2004 to raise public awareness of the
alarmingly high rates of violence against Aboriginal women in Canada. NWAC
knows there is an urgent state of affairs with regards to the safety of
Aboriginal women in Canada. It is estimated that over 500 Aboriginal women are
missing
and/or murdered in this country. To this end, and after more than a year of
negotiations, NWAC is pleased to announce that from 2005-2010 the federal
government has provided $5 million to the Sisters in Spirit initiative.
The Sisters in Spirit initiative provides:
- A national research initiative
- Public awareness and education
- Policy analysis and comprehensive recommendations
- Capacity development
What do they need?
The Native Women's Association of Canada now needs people to head up this
vitally important initiative. NWAC is looking across Canada for skilled and
dedicated people to apply for these critical roles.
Team Lead Communication & Education
- M.A. in communications or education
- 3 years work experience in communications and/or education field
- Experience working with Aboriginal Organizations
Team Lead Research and Policy
- M.A. or Honours B.A. weighted in social science, research and methodology
- 5 years of research and/or evaluation experience and project management
- Practical experience working on Aboriginal Women's issues
Sisters in Spirit Policy Coordinator
- Must have B.A. heavily weighted in social science or political science
- 1 year of dedicated policy experience
Research and Evaluation Coordinator(s)
- Must possess B.A. heavily weighted in social science research and methodology
- 2 years of research and/or evaluation experience
Media Coordinator
- B.A. or diploma in education or communications
- 1 year practical experience in plain language writing, editing technical
documents and working with media
Community Development Coordinator(s)
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in social services or education
- 3 years practical experience in plain language writing, communicating with
diverse stakeholders
- Editing and presenting information and working with community groups
A more comprehensive and detailed description of these jobs is available at
www.arlynreid.net under the "Jobs" section. All successful candidates must
relocate to and reside in Ottawa, Ontario.
What is the challenge?
Finding qualified applicants to fill these challenging roles in such a short
period of time is a important task. We are searching across Canada for just the
right people for this great cause. Media exposure is critical to attracting the
best possible candidates for these positions.
When is the deadline for submissions?
- The Native Women's Association of Canada needs to have all applicants in by
January 13th 2006.
Where and how can they apply?
Interested applicants need to send their resume to Arlyn Reid by email at
apply (at) ... or by fax at 604-681-4418, or they can mail their resume to Arlyn Reid
at 1160-625 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2T6.
VANCOUVER AQUARIUM MARINE SCIENCE CENTRE
Western Coordinator - TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Position
Type: Contract - Full Time
Location(s): Vancouver
Application Deadline: January 24, 2006
DEPARTMENT: Conservation Outreach
REPORTS TO: National Manager
The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre is seeking a qualified individual
to coordinate the 2006 TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup in
northern and western Canada. The TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline
Cleanup is a major conservation initiative that takes place each year in the
third week of September. It reduces aquatic debris through direct action,
education and changed attitudes about shoreline litter. This exciting and
challenging position requires an individual with vision, planning, computer and
leadership skills.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate the TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
efforts for western Canada; recruit new groups, establish new sites, collect
and organize data, obtain permits, coordinate debris collection, assist with
marketing of the program, organize and promote special events, and act as the
point person for groups in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the northern
territories;
Seek donations for cleanup materials;
Distribute cleanup packages to participants;
Manage the program database;
Oversee and direct the Western Assistant;
Participate in team meetings and workshops;
Submit progress reports, as requested, to the TD Canada Trust Great
Canadian Shoreline Cleanup National Manager;
Represent the TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup at
community festivals and special events;
Attend select cleanups in the lower mainland; and
Other related program tasks, as assigned by the National Manager.
Qualifications:
A Post Secondary Degree, with an emphasis on Marine/Fresh Water
biology, Environmental Science or Conservation Biology or experience in a
related field;
Strong communication skills and demonstrated writing skills;
Experience implementing education or conservation programs;
Strong project management skills;
Possess a valid drivers license;
Must be organized, creative, flexible and enthusiastic;
Good understanding of the issues surrounding aquatic debris and
environmental conservation; and
Strong problem solving and decision making skills.Please submit cover
letter and resume by January 24, 2006 to:
Desmond Rodenbour, National Manager
TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
P.O Box 3232, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3X8
EMAIL: desmond.rodenbour (at) vanaqua.org
No phone calls please. Although we thank all potential candidates for their
interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Compensation Type: Hourly Contact by: Email, Mail Job Contact Information
Desmond Rodenbour National Manager TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline
Cleanup Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre PO Box 3232 Vancouver, British
Columbia V6B 3X8 Email: desmond.rodenbour (at) vanaqua.org For more information
visit: http://www.vanaqua.org
1000 Friends of Oregon
Announcement of Public Interest
Paul Gerhardt, Jr. Internship
Summer 2006, Portland, Oregon
http://www.friends.org/about/gerhardt.html
-- Good Work: An excellent resource for finding jobs
www.planetfriendly.net/goodwork.html
-- Great resources for jobs, experience and volunteers: www.Idealist.org
http://www.idealist.org/
-- A great resource for jobs, volunteering and info on NGOs:
www.charityvillage.com
VOLUNTEERING
City of Victoria Youth Council
In December, The City of Victoria Youth Council created a survey for
Victoria's youth. We wanted to hear their opinions about a variety of
issues. We would now like to invite your organization to help us
review the returned surveys.
We are setting up a Survey Review Committee. We would like to bring
together a diverse group with different experiences and
points-of-view. This group will review the surveys and write
recommendations that will be sent to the City. The point of the
recommendations is to tell the municipal government how they can
better serve diverse youth. The recommendations will be presented to
City Hall at a press conference in late February.
Participation involves attending 2 3 meetings between January and
February, reading the returned surveys, and most importantly, writing
recommendations to give to the City. There will be snacks and/or
meals at the meetings.
The first committee meeting will be on Tuesday January 17th at 7pm at
the Blanshard Community Centre, 901 Kings Rd. Winnie Chow from
Anti-dote, a network of racialized minority and aboriginal girls, will
facilitate this meeting.
If you would like to send representatives to help create these
important recommendations, please reply to Chelsea Peddle at
victoriayouthcouncil (at) shaw.ca by Monday, January 16th.
Please join us so the voices of youth are accurately represented!
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RESOURCES
Dream Now! Action Plans, Mentorship and Support!
Dream Now is an ever-growing network of youth and adults who, regardless of
age experience or location, are committed to working together to change the
world for a different tomorrow. They offer:
Guides-2-Action: free guides to steer individuals step-by-step through the
process of starting and running a project, from getting media attention to
finding the funding. One-2-One Mentorship Program: The One-2-One mentorship
program places a renewed focus on people by
matching individuals with a member who has successfully run a project. Dream
Now fosters an interpersonal connection helping to guide youth experientially
to community change.
Workshops: Dream Now also provides workshops to schools, conferences and
organizations assisting them in becoming involved in the community with
passion. Check out www.dreamnow.ca
Check out TakingITGlobal.org TakingITGlobal is an online community that
connects youth to find inspiration, access information, get involved, and take
action in their local and global communities. It is now the world's most
popular online community for young people interested in making a difference,
with hundreds of thousands of unique visitors each month. TIG's highly
interactive website provides a platform for expression, connection to
opportunities, and support for action.
Energy Action has set up a website, where youth are postings blogs, video and
pictures from the Beyond Kyoto - It's us! International Youth Summit in
Montreal. Check it out: http://www.itsgettinghotinhere.org/
Climate Change Videos, Environment Canada Government of Canada
http://www.climatechange.gc.ca/english/videos/
Hilarious Climate Change Video
http://www.climatemash.org/campusclimatechallenge/
The Canadian Environmental Networks E-bulletin
English: http://www.cen-rce.org/eng/bulletins/archive/cen_wk_current.htm
French: http://www.cen-rce.org/fre/bulletins/archive/cen_wk_current.htm
Community Energy Planning. Natural Resources Canadas Sustainable Buildings and
Communities (http://www.sbc.nrcan.gc.ca/) branch has produced a three volume
Guide for Community Energy Planning Methodology, now available online and on
CD. For details, email Ken Church at kchurch (at) nrcan.gc.ca. Also see the Canadian
District Energy Associations website http://www.cdea.ca/.
The Sustainability Network AMAZING resource newsletter
The Sustainability Network is a support centre for environmental non-profit
organizations. Among its features is a monthly newsletter that highlights
electronic articles and print books that can be sent to you free of charge,
and great skill building workshops. To give you a taste, one of this
months feature articles is 10 Mistakes Nonprofits Organizations Make When
Creating Communications Materials. To sign up:
http://sustain.web.ca/signup.htm
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