FRAUD ALERT!

We have seen MANY cheque fraud attempts in the past week (January 2016) at the Alert Bay Vancity Branch.

Individuals are receiving cheques in the mail along with a letter.  These are not your average fraudulent cheques: They look really legitimate.  They have the individual’s full name, they have a watermark on the back, the eagle that you see is embossed in high quality Gold ink. 

 Please pass this on and warn anyone who may be at risk to these scams especially elders/seniors.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

 Miranda Beall-Account Manager-Vancity Alert Bay

Cormorant Island Emergency Preparedness Information Session #2 "HRVA"

KNOW THE HAZARDS, RISKS AND VULNERABILITIES TO AFFECT OUR COMMUNITY.

 When:  January 18th, 2016

Where:  Community Hall

Time:  7 pm – 8 pm

Many #2 Door prizes to be won, if you missed Session #1 in December materials will made available at the sign in table.

 Note: 

  • If you participated in Session #1, please bring your form back to receive a sticker (if you have misplaced it - no problem staff will be on hand to issue you another one). 

  • Participate in all 4 Emergency Preparedness Community Information Session’s and you can enter you form for an opportunity to win the super door prize (TBA).

    Any questions or concerns that you may have in regards to Emergency Preparedness, please feel free to contact Shannon Alfred, Cormorant Island Emergency Program Coordinator at (250) 974-5522 from Mon – Fri 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Pickle Ball Nights for January 2016 Community Hall

Wednesday, January 13, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Thursday, January 14, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Tuesday, January 19, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Wednesday, January 20, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Thursday, January 21, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Monday, January 25, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Wednesday, January 27, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Thursday, January 28, 2016 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Job Posting: Administrative Office Clerk

The Village of Alert Bay is seeking an experienced Administrative Office Clerk.

As an essential member of the Village staff, the Administrative Clerk reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and Deputy Chief Administrative Officer. Responsibilities of the Village’s primary front counter representative include, but are not limited to: responding to enquiries from the public, acting as an ICBC Autoplan specialist and Driver Licensing agent, performing bank reconciliations, receiving payments made to the municipality, and assisting customers with tax and utility searches, property information, or bylaws.

This is a full time position Monday through Friday (9AM – 5PM) and includes a competitive benefit package.

Desired qualifications include:

  • Strong customer service and organizational skills
  • Ability to tactfully and professionally deal with various levels of government officials, members of the public, and fellow employees
  • Superior oral and written communication skills
  • Experience consulting the public and working with councils, boards, committees, commissions and the community
  • ‘Power User’ of Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to learn and adjust to regulatory requirements quickly and apply them practically
  • Experience in Municipal Information Systems (MuniWare) an asset or similar information/accounting systems
  • A background in bookkeeping and accounting functions will serve the candidate well
  • Public sector or corporate administration, preferably in the Municipal sector, is desirable. Experience operating within other strict regulatory frameworks may be considered.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, forward your resume with a minimum of three (3) related references and a brief cover letter by 4:00pm January 25, 2016 to:

Justin Beadle, Chief Administrative Officer
The Village of Alert Bay
Bag Service 2800
Alert Bay, BC
V0N1A0
Email: cao@alertbay.ca

Calling All Entrepreneurs!

Under the Tides of Change Economic Development Strategy, Cormorant Island is collaborating with Reconciliation Canada to bring an Entrepreneur Support Program to the island. Extensive training, coaching, and support over 12 months will help you create a new business or grow an existing business.

Join us for the kick-off information event featuring guest speaker Massey Whiteknife on Thursday January 7 from 6-8 PM at the Council Hall.

Click here to view the kick-off event poster.

2016 Regular Council Meeting Schedule

In accordance with section 127 of the Community Charter, notice of council meetings, Council must prepare annually on or before December 31st, of the year prior, a schedule of the dates, times and places of regular Council meetings and must make the schedule available to the public by posting it at the Public Notice Posting Place.

The regular Council meeting schedule for 2016 is:

The 2nd and 4th Monday of each month unless that say falls on the observance of a municipal statutory holiday.

January 11th
January 25th
February 22nd
March 14th
April 11th
April 25th
May 9th
June 13th
June 27th
July 11th
July 25th
August 8th
August 22th
September 12th
September 26th
October 24th
November 14th
November 28th
December 12th

In accordance with section 94 (4) of the Community Charter, this notice (posted in the lobby of the municipal office and on alertbay.ca) is satisfactory because the Village of Alert Bay does not have a local newspaper published on a weekly basis.

Holiday Garbage and Recycling Collection Schedule

Friday December 25: Closed
Saturday December 26: Transfer Station Closed
Tuesday December 29: Residential Garbage Pickup
Wednesday December 30: Residential Recycling (blue box) Pickup
Thursday December 31: Commercial Cardboard Pickup
Friday January 1: Closed
Saturday January 2: Transfer Station Open

Have a happy and safe holiday season!

Free Bowling on January 2nd and 3rd

The Village of Alert Bay is hosting free bowling at the Community Hall on January 2nd and 3rd from 4PM - 9PM. Lanes, shoes, and scorecards are available on a first come, first served basis. The canteen will be open so that bowlers can purchase beverages.

See you on the lanes!

Wheels for Wellness Pilot Project

In recognition of the difficulties faced by those who need to access medical appointments down island, Wheels for Wellness is providing a second van to the Mount Waddington region.

This added service will ensure that all MW residents – including Malcolm and Cormorant Island residents - will be able to travel using Wheels for down island medical appointments.

This is a PILOT PROJECT –
Available only from January 01 – March 31 2016

To access the service please call Wheels for Wellness:
1-250-338-0196

For further information or if you have questions please call:
Chris (MW Health Network Coordinator): 250-956-3161

Shirley (Chair, MW Transit Committee)
at the Port McNeill town office: 250-956-3111

Village Office Holiday Hours

All Village of Alert Bay facilities will close at 12:30 PM on Thursday, December 24th. We will re-open with regular business hours on Tuesday, December 29th.

All Village of Alert Bay facilities will close at 12:30 PM on Thursday, December 31st. ICBC and Driver Licensing will not be available on December 31st. We will re-open with regular business hours on Monday, January 4th.

Water Conservation Request Monday Dec 7 - Wednesday Dec 9

Village of Alert Bay Public Works is replacing the water pump that feeds our community reservoir. The existing pump has provided us with 25 years of service so it is time for a replacement. The new pump will use less energy and has the potential to move more water.

The Public Works department requests that residents conserve water where possible during the pump installation from Monday December 7 to Wednesday December 9. The water reservoir is full so no service interruptions are anticipated.

We thank everyone for being prudent with this important resource.  

RCMP news release

On October 31st of this year the Alert Bay RCMP began an investigation into a break and enter into a residence on Cormorant Island.  During the break in a number of unique items were stolen that included a full sized stuffed black bear on all fours (this bear has what appears to be a "chewed" ear), a cougar pelt with paws and head attached, as well as a 7x7 point elk head mount.

All the animal trophies were valuable to the owner in terms of the taxidermy work as well as the sentimental value.  Sgt Brett SINDEN of the Alert Bay RCMP stated "Its likely that if this property is in Alert Bay, someone has seen the items and once made are aware that they arestolen property we hope they will do the right thing to help return the items to the rightful owner by contacting the police."

It's believed by the Alert Bay RCMP that this theft was targeted and the suspect(s) had planned this theft prior to entering the home.  Any information regarding this theft or location of the property would be appreciated at this time.

The community is asked to please help police locate this property so it can be returned to the owner.  People are asked to contact the local Detachment at 250-974-5544 or they can phone in a tip anonymously to Crimestoppers at 1800-222-TIPS.  Crimestoppers offers a reward to those who help police solve crimes without asking people to go to court.

Sgt Brett SINDEN

Alert Bay RCMP Detachment
(P) 250-974-5544 main line

Our Voices, Our Stories

Our Voices, Our Stories, a new film from director Barbara Cranmer that exposes Canada’s brutal residential school history, has garnered the award for Best Documentary Short at the 40th Annual American Indian Film Festival in San Francisco.  Congratulations Barb, and thank you and everyone else involved for sharing this important history. 

Media release

Poster

Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Position

The Village of Alert Bay is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (Deputy CAO).

The Village of Alert Bay, located on Cormorant Island in Upper Johnstone Strait, is the gateway to the Broughton Archipelago.  The Village is the oldest municipality in the Northern Vancouver Island Region and boasts a rich Pioneer and First Nation cultural heritage.  The Village works closely with the ‘Namgis First Nation through the ‘Historic Alert Bay Accord’ in the governance of and delivery of services to Cormorant Island. The 1,300 residents of Cormorant Island enjoy services including a hospital, medical and dental clinics, boat harbour, paved airport, extensive trail network, and BC Ferries service.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer as a key member of the senior management team, the Deputy CAO responsibilities include, but are not limited to: performing the statutory role of corporate officer as set out in the Community Charter including the preparation of agendas, minutes, correspondence and research for all meetings of Council;  archivingminutes of other meetings, bylaws and other records of the business of the local government; providing access to records, certifying bylaws and other documents; administering oaths and affirmations, declarations and affidavits. You will have a good understanding of municipal accounting including accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable and reconciliation of General Ledger accounts. Experience with parliamentary procedures, and BC Municipal Legislation including but not limited to the Community Charter, Local Government Act, Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act and Robert’s Rules of Order is an asset.  In addition, this position will involve ICBC auto insurance and Driver Licensing.

Desired qualifications include:

  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Problem Solving Skills
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills- must tactfully and professionally deal with various levels of government officials,  members of the public, and fellow employees
  • Superior oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Experience consulting the public, working with councils, boards, committees, commissions and the community
  • Experience working with Budgets, spreadsheets and municipal accounting
  • Proficient computer skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Being able to meet the pressures of deadlines as required
  • Experience in Municipal Information Systems (Muniware) an asset
  • Experience in public sector corporate administration, preferably in the Municipal sector, is desirable.

The successful candidate will have the equivalent of a certificate in Local Government Administration or a minimum of three (3) years experience at the corporate officer level.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding leadership role, forward your resume with a minimum of three (3) related references and a brief cover letter by 4:00pm on Tuesday, December 1st to:

Justin Beadle, CAO
The Village of Alert Bay
Bag Service 2800
Alert Bay, BC
V0N1A0
Email: cao@alertbay.ca

DEADLINE: 4:00 PM December 1, 2015.
Only those candidates who are short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Business Workshops

Attention business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and artists!  Vancity, 'Namgis First Nation, Community Futures and the Village of Alert Bay present four workshops to help you start or improve your own business.  Check out this poster for more information.  Hope to see you there!

Workshop #1: Getting started
October 27, 6-8pm, Learning Centre

Workshop #2: Business planning
November 3, 6-8pm, Learning Centre

Workshop #3: Financials
November 17, 6-8pm, Learning Centre

Workshop #4: Making it Happen
November 24, 6-8pm, Learning Centre
 

Request for Tender

The Village of Alert Bay requests contractors to submit a tender for a municipal solar hot water upgrade.  The RFT document can be found here.  The submission deadline is 4:00pm Friday October 23.

Learn about running your own business!

Are you interested in starting your own business?  Want to expand or improve your existing business?  Are you an artist of any kind?  Come to our business information session Tuesday October 20, 6-8pm at the Cormorant Island Learning Centre .  Refreshments and door prizes!  For more information call 250-974-5728.

This is a 'Namgis First Nation, Vancity, Community Futures and Village of Alert Bay event.

Public Works Foreman Position

The Village of Alert Bay is seeking applicants for the position of Public Works (Working) Foreman.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the Village of Alert Bay, the selected individual will work with regular and seasonal public works staff to ensure that all related services are provided to Village residents and that Village infrastructure is maintained.

The individual joining our team will have demonstrated capacity in:

  • Municipal Solid Waste and Recycling services delivery;
  • Small Water/Wastewater (EOCP) Systems certification will be required;
  • Management and maintenance of Municipal Properties, Capital Assets and Equipment;
  • Assisting with preparation of RFP’s for contracted services and contractor oversight;
  • Being fully conversant with the applicable  rules and regulations as set forth by the governing agencies of BC and Canada including, but not limited to: WorkSafe BC, Ministry of Environment, and other applicable Local Government Regulations;
  • Preparing timely, monthly and annual maintenance work plans and supplementary budgets for the efficient operation of the Village’s Public Works functions;
  • Acting as the principal contact and intermediary between the municipality and the public in matters pertaining to Public Works, including liaison with the Public Works Supervisor of the adjacent ‘Namgis First Nation;
  • Ensuring a safe and efficient work environment;
  • Hiring casual labour as required and as limited by the approved financial plan;
  • Supervising all Public Works Staff whether full-time or temporary employees;
  • Identifying staff training requirements to Council;
  • Planning and preparation for job succession;
  • Ensuring that evaluative reports on all staff under his/her direct supervision are undertaken on an annual basis;
  • Using basic computer programs (MS WordExcel) for budget and job-tracking as well as preparing regular reports to the Village CAO and Council.

The Village of Alert Bay will offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and prior experience.  The Community of Cormorant Island and the surrounding natural environment will present an opportunity to live and work in one of the island jewels of the Inner West Coast of BC. (www.alertbay.ca)

Qualified individuals are requested to send their resume and covering letter to:

Pete Nelson-Smith
Corporation of the Village of Alert Bay
Bag Service 2800, Alert Bay, BC.  V0N 1A0
Email: Pete Nelson-Smith pnelson-smith@alertbay.ca
 

DEADLINE: 4:00 PM October 23, 2015. 
Only those candidates who are short-listed for interview will be contacted.