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Culture & Heritage The Klahoose First Nation has a rich culture and heritage, full of traditions which its people are proud to continue to observe and honor. Our Songs Welcome song The canoe is deeply rooted in the Klahoose way of life and cultural identity as both a sophisticated form of travel on the water and a unique art form. Klahoose participates in the 'Tribal Canoe Journeys' each year to celebrate and revitalize canoe culture. Tribal Journeys have been bringing coastal peoples together to paddle ancestral travel routes for over 30 years. Klahoose also holds the 'Awaken the Canoes' event each year, in preparation for the annual Tribal Journeys. Awaken the Canoes nuxʷɛɬ Language revitaliization is an important priority to the Klahoose First Nation. Teaching and speaking Ayajuthem to younger generations is a crucial part of maintaining the culture which is why the Klahoose are developing a Language Revitalization Strategy Learn More Here Come Learn Our Language qʷaga tɛwšim ʔəms qʷaytɩn

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What's New!? On this page, you can see more recent updates from our Community and operations throughout Klahoose! Weekly Newsletters, staff introductions, community updates and blog posts of events and band member achievments. Cortes Island Transportation Schedule to BC Ferries Water Taxi UPDATED! View Schedule - PDF General Advisory Notices Klahoose Multipurpose Building: Power Outage - January 30th, 2026. Please be advised, due to the Culture Center gaining hydro the Klahoose Multipurpose Building will be without power all day. ʔimot (Thank You) for your understanding. Emergency Sanitary Upgrade: September to November 2025 - Posted for August 14th, 2025. The Klahoose First Nation has received approval to replace the aging sewage system with a new state-of-the-art treatment plant. While construction of the new plant will take a few years to begin, we are moving ahead with important short-term improvements to address urgent issues. What to Expect: Tork Road Waterfront Homes : The old, leaky sewage pipes along the water side will be removed and upgraded. This work may temporarily impact yards and possibly decks, but everything will be restored to its original state once completed. Manholes & Inground Pipes : Several manholes around the reserve will be dug up and resealed to prevent groundwater infiltration. Broken inground pipes will also be repaired or replaced. Lift Station Upgrades : Electrical upgrades will take place, and a new temporary large septic tank will be installed to help alleviate ongoing issues at the site. Temporary Road Detour from Tork Road : Resident only traffic. Timeline: Work will begin in September and is expected to be completed by the end of November 2025. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Rob, Infrastructure & Development Manager: 📞 1-778-717-7827 📧 robertdinning@klahoose.org Thank you for your patience and understanding as we take these important steps toward improving our community’s infrastructure. Letter to Klahoose - Posted for August 14th, 2025. Email Rob - here! Email Rob - here! IMG_5073 IMG_5076 IMG_5088 IMG_5073 1/4 Culture Center Totem Pole arrival Early Warning Signs: Shellfish Toxins - Notice & Links here! Julie Hanuse's Retirement from School District 72! Darryl Louie - Work BC Success Story! Klahoose Band Member Wins Kellogg' Frosted Flakes NHL Contest and trip to Las Vegas, Nevada! New Art project by renowned Carver Ernest Puglas, available to view by guests during our 2023 season KFN Podcast Episode #2: Meet Paul Muskee, QXMC's Operations Manager - Learn about Shellfish Klahoose First Nation's Podcast: Episode #1 - Interview with Jason Johnson Cortes Currents Article: SUMMER 2022 HAS BEEN VERY BUSY FOR QXMC Julie Hanuse's Retirement from School District 72! Aug 8, 2024 Darryl Louie - Work BC Success Story! Aug 8, 2024 Klahoose Band Member Wins Kellogg' Frosted Flakes NHL Contest and trip to Las Vegas, Nevada! Aug 8, 2024

Language qʷaytən “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” Nelson Mandela About the Language Department The Klahoose language department is a grant-funded department to revitalize Ayajuthem for all Ayajuthem speaking communities Klahoose, Homalco, Tla’amin, and Comox. Klahoose is dedicated to working with our sister nations to support each other in the revitalization of Ayajuthem in our communities. Current grants include a partnership with the University of Victoria. Klahoose research assistant linguist Sue Urbanzewick is working with the Klahoose community to develop a five-year language revitalization plan. In 2022, when the project is complete, the Klahoose Language team will have a strategic plan that will guide the department's structure and provide clear evidence to the elected leadership of the community’s desire to prioritize language revitalization. The Territory Wide Land Use Plan is currently being developed. Event Notice: Tla'amin Language Gathering & Coastal Jam Invitation: Klahoose Community. For those who are interested in attending, please contact Duane Hanson. There will be transportation VIA Water Taxi available for October 24th & 25th, 2025. P: 250-935-6536 ext. 326 C: 250-201-4981 E: duanehanson@klahoose.org Email Duane Hanson - here! Klahoose Events Calendar Klahoose Events Calendar Klahoose Events Calendar Language Resources First Voices Portal Ayajuthem Dictionary App Berkley Library Orthography class Monday 4:30-6:30 pm Links emailed weekly Oral language class with Dawna Pnallan Wednesday 5:00-6:00 pm Zoom links emailed weekly

Klahoose Education Jump to Education Department Notices! Klahoose First Nation (KFN) supports the lifelong learning of our Members and assists all those pursuing education. The Klahoose First Nation Education Department strives to remove barriers and create equal access to quality education for all members, opening doors to meaningful employment opportunities. The Education Coordinator provides administrative support and manages financial assistance to support students engaging in various educational programs. Post Secondary Support Program One of the most significant KFN Education Department mandates is the Post-Secondary Student Support Program. Through this program the Education Coordinator manages applications, provides administrative support, and organizes funding for students entering or returning to a post-secondary degree, certificate program, or a University College Entrance Preparation Program (UCEPP) at a recognized institution. Post-Secondary sponsorship is constrained by available funds and limitations are set to ensure fair and equitable distribution of resources to all prospective Klahoose First Nation students. Total annual sponsorship is limited to $53 000 per applicant. Each eligible post-secondary program has differing sponsorship limitations based on expectations of reasonable program completion. The post-secondary support program is formed by federal and KFN policy and guided by Klahoose practices and values. For more information on the program explore the Klahoose First Nation Post-Secondary Student Support Policy. For any additional questions or assistance with applications contact the Education Coordinator. Read the Policy Post-Secondary Application Download Records Release Form BC Scholarship Society Info Sheet 2025 BCSS Indigenous Student Awards Information 2025 Returning Students Application Package: Transcripts from previous semester Final program progress report from the last semester of studies Records release form Post Secondary Application Package: Application Letter of acceptance from the academic institution Copy of official transcripts from the most recent secondary school or post-secondary school attended (when available) UCEPP applications require a letter stating that the applicant will be eligible for acceptance into a regular college or university credit program upon successful program completion. Educational Support Programs Vocational Training Support Program The Vocational Training Support Program is a newly developing program to provide limited funding support to Klahoose Members participating in Provincially or Federally accredited vocational training. Support is contingent on funding availability and may provide eligible applicants up to $5500 annually. Eligible Klahoose Members, currently accepted to a vocational training program can contact the Education Department to learn more. Student Summer Work Experience Program Each summer up to seven short term work experience opportunities with Klahoose First Nation are available for secondary or post-secondary students between the ages of 15 and 30. Applicants to the summer employment opportunities must be legally entitled to work in Canada and be registered as full-time students during the preceding academic year with the intention of returning to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year. Job postings will be available on the Klahoose First Nation website each Spring. Applicants will be required to submit a resume and cover letter to the primary contact for the employment opportunity of their choice. Primary & Secondary Education Support The Education Coordinator works with Cortes Island Elementary/ Junior Secondary School to provide classroom support to Klahoose students three days a week, and aids families in transitioning students off Cortes Island for Secondary education. Additionally, the Education Coordinator provides support to students and families with navigating learning support and tutoring. To learn more about any of these support programs for primary and secondary school children contact the Education Coordinator. Education Department Notices January & February ED. Calendar - PDF Email NIC Contact - here! NIC Careers Page - Website Email Marilyn - here! Post Secondary Notice - PDF Email Marilyn - here! Email Marilyn - here! Skills Enhansment Program Through the Skills Enhansment Program, the Education Department were able to do hands on land learning with some of the Klahoose Community Youth! On October 22nd, 2025, Harvey Barnes and Michael James went up to Toba Inlet to work with Earnie Puglas in learning how to fun for deer. Earnie shared with the youth, this included the cultural component on how to hun, clean and prepare a deer. This was a great opportunity for the youth to learn these cultural techniques for future hunting! ?imot (thank you) to Earnie Puglas for sharing! The late Flavian Harry, who spoke highly of the importance of teaching our youth to hunt so they can provide for their now and future family. This is something Flavian wanted to continue year after year and we will honor his wishes! On October 24th, 2025, we had our youth participate with some community knowledge keepers on how to clean, hang, smoke and BBQ Chum Salmon. We encourage and have high hopes that the youth will continue to utilize their newly learned skills for years to come! Klahoose Children Funding 2025 Each year, the Klahoose First Nation Education Department provides funding to support Klahoose Band Member Families with school supplies for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. DocuSign: Klahoose School Supply Application - here! Apply here! Notices

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FORMS/FILES This page is here to help you connect with all the forms and files you may need, as a Klahoose Community member, Cortes Community Member or just general public. Gym-use agreement This is a form in agreement to Klahoose's standards of use of the gym facility. These are to be given to the front desk at the Multipurpose Building or emailed to info@klahoose.org PDF file Gym-use release and waiver of liability form This is a form in agreement to Klahoose's standards of release and waiver terms in use of our gym facilities. This is to be given to the front desk at the Multipurpose Building or emailed to info@klahoose.org PDF file

Medical Travel: NOW AVAILABLE PROVINCE WIDE Starting February 3rd, 2025, the Klahoose Nation will manage our entire Medical Travel Program, continuing to do so for Klahoose Band Members living in the community, and delivering service to members off reserve in B.C. This program provides support to all members in B.C. with eligible travel expenses to access health and wellness services that are not available in the community where they live. Klahoose Medical Travel Program Letter - Steven Brown. Meet your Medical Travel Team! Klahoose Medical Travel Program Info Flyer COMING SOON Online Form Submission Klahoose Health Page Health Centre Services Childrens' Oral Health Initiative A First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) initiative aimed at reducing early childhood tooth decay in children ages 0 to 7. Online Booking Website Registered Massage Therapy Email: sean/lymworth@gmail.com Phone: 250 935 0064 Online Booking Website Ongoing & Crisis Counselling Lisa Marie Gruger, MA Registered Clinical Counsellorlmg@lmgruger.ca OR 1 250 287 5974 Updated Hours Online Booking Website Weekly Medical Doctor Visits Medical doctor visits will be posted on the website and community newsletters. 1 250 935 0251 Oral Health Dental Hygenist Services Mobile Dental Hygienist visits will be posted on the website and community newsletters. 1 250 935 0251 Additional Services Provided: - Chronic Disease Prevention & Management - Lab sample collection for analysis at Campbell River Hospital - Onsite ECG, A1C and Hemoglobin lab testing - Pre and Post Natal Care - Nutrition Support & Information - Custom Orthotics - Hearing Screening/ Hearing Aid provision - Child Development Services in Kids Space Rooms in Community - Speech Language/Occupational Therapy services for children - Home and Community Care programs including personal care workers in the home - Addictions Prevention and Health Promotion including supportive counselling pre and post treatment - Drug and Alcohol recovery Groups Mental Health Emergency Services Community Bus Services Klahoose First Nation Community Bus Service The Klahoose Community Bus is a transportation service from Cortes Island to Campbell River, connecting people to amenities and essential services, such as, medical appointments, government offices, banks, and grocery stores. The Bus makes scheduled runs to Campbell River twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Reservations are taken on a first-come-first-serve basis and should be made no later than 8:00 AM the day of departure. Please click the button below to see how to book and our departure times! Download Community Bus Schedule Medical Travel Team Medical Travel Team Medical Travel Coordinator Anita Noble No Current Bio. Medical Travel Clerk Tiffany Jamieson Hello! My name is Tiffany Jamieson (Francis), and I am very excited and honored to join the Klahoose First Nations team as their new medical clerk. I was raised on Klahoose and am very proud to be from our beautiful nation. I currently live in Powell River with my husband and son. I have a home-based business in the beauty industry that I have run on the side for the last five and a half years. I have spent 16 years in the industry. I am looking forward to starting this new journey with you all. It has finally been an honor to be able to work for my nation. I will be working mainly remotely, but you will see my face occasionally in the community. I look forward to seeing all your lovely faces again! And if we haven’t met yet, please stop in and say hi! Contact Information Telephone: 1-506-717-7988 during business hours (Monday - Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm PST) Email: medicaltravel@klahoose.org ONLINE FORM SUBMISSION COMING SOON HEALTH NOTICES Noitce - PDF Email Kari Hackett - here! Noitce - PDF Email Kari Hackett - here! Noitce - PDF Contact to make an appointment! Email Gina Hallihan - here! Email Natalie Pielle - here!

Job Board The Klahoose First Nation, Klahoose Wilderness Resort, and Gorge Harbour Marina Resort are currently hiring for multiple positions! If you're interested in joining our team or working at either of the resorts, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities available. Check out the positions listed below for details and instructions on how to apply. Klahoose First Nation Open Positions Housing Maintenance Associate - Full-time We are currently seeking a full-time Housing Maintenance Associate responsible for providing as-needed general maintenance and repairs for all Band-owned housing. See full job description for more information. To apply, please send your cover letter with resume to Melinda Biddle. E: melindabiddle@klahoose.org . Full Job Description - PDF Email Melinda - here! Work Opportunity: IWC Employment (Klahoose Band Members) Klahoose will be having Waste Management System upgrades, some happening in August/September/October 2025 & more serious upgrades happening 1.5 to 2 years in the future. The Infrastructure and Development Department is currently seeking expressions of interest from Klahoose Community Members who have experience in the following areas for employment, as soon as possible: Flagger (Sewage repair work) Biologist Assistant (Working one day a week with the biologist, 10 Hours a week.) Radio Operator (For emergency communications) For more information on these job postings, please contact Rob Dinning. P: 250-935-6536 ext. 241 or E: robertdinning@klahoose.org Email Rob - here! Open Positions Resort Assistant Manager - Full-Time/Seasonal The Klahoose Wilderness Resort is looking for a Resort Assistant Manager who will assist in leading the incredible team at KWR and be an ambassador for hospitality and the overall guest experience. Please see the full job description for more information. To apply, please send a letter and resume to team@klahooseresort.com . Full Job Description - PDF Email KWR - here! Cook - Full-Time/Seasonal The Klahoose Wilderness Resort is looking for a cook who ensures consistent food preparation and the highest caliber of food presentation, a resort kitchen culture champion fostering the cohesiveness of the team & thrives in a “visitor focused and driven” culinary department! Please see the full job description for more information. To apply, please send a letter and resume to team@klahooseresort.com . Full Job Description - PDF Email KWR - here! Open Positions Store Clerk - Full/Part Time The Gorge Harbour Marina Resort is looking for an energetic and friendly clerk for the Gorge Store to help maintain their inventory of all items and products while providing exceptional customer service. See full job description for more information . To apply, please send resumes and cover letters to team@gorgeharbour.com Full Job Description - PDF Email GHMR - here! Klahoose First Nation Health Center Open Positions Social Worker - Full-time We are currently seeking a full-time experienced Registered Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team. See full job description for more information. To apply, please send your cover letter with resume to Kari Hakett. E: karihackett@klahoose.org Full Job Description - PDF Email Kari Hackett - here! Sawmill Open Positions There is currently no job positions available but return for updates!

Emergency Services Sometimes life gets hard, but you are never alone. Check out the resources below for help. Suicide Help • 1-800-SUICIDE If you are in distress or are worried about someone in distress who may hurt themselves, call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) 24 hours a day to connect to a BC crisis line, without a wait or busy signal. Mental Health Information Line • 310-6789 (no area code needed) Mental Health Information Line Answered 24/7/365 it provides empowering emotional support, information on appropriate referral options and a wide range of support relating to mental health concerns. KUU-US Crisis Line • KUU-US Crisis Line Society First Nations and Aboriginal specific 24/7 crisis line based in Port Alberni and serving the entire province. Toll-free: 1-800-588-8717 - Youth Line: 250-723-2040 - Adult Line: 250-723-4050. Kids Help Phone Available 24 hours a day to Canadians aged 5 to 29 who want confidential and anonymous care from professional counsellors. Now, Indigenous people can connect with an Indigenous volunteer crisis responder, when available, by messaging FIRST NATIONS, INUIT or METIS to 686868 for young people and 741741 for adults or through Facebook Messenger. Youth in BC • Youth in BC Visit www.youthinbc.com for youth resources or chat with a counselor online. You can also call 1-866-661-3311 (toll-free in BC) 24 hours a day. Battered Women's Support Service Hours are Mon – Fri: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. & Wed, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Indigenous Women’s Program BWSS offers cultural services by Indigenous women for Indigenous women. 1-855-687-1868

Klahoose First Nation Land Code Read More A Brief History of Land Code How did land code start? Land Code started in the mid 1990’s when 14 First Nations officially signed on to the Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management. The Framework Agreement is an initiative by the original signatory First Nations to opt out of the land management sections of the Indian Act and take over the management and control of their reserve lands and resources. The Framework Agreement sets out the principal components of this new land management process. Who is the Lands Advisory Board? Under the Framework Agreement, the First Nations have established a Lands Advisory Board and a Resource Centre to assist them in implementing their own land management regimes. The Resource Centre is the technical body intended to support First Nations in the developmental and operational phases implementing the Framework Agreement. The Resource Centre assists Klahoose in all facets during the developmental process, and if Land Code passes they will continue to help ensure Klahoose’s success during the operational phase. How does a Land Code become official? A Land Code becomes official once the Draft Land Code and the Individual Agreement have been voted on by the eligible voters (18+ years old) in the community. Want to learn more about Land Code history? Click below! Framework Agreement Summary First Nation Land Management Act Summary First Nations Land Management Act About Klahoose Land Code The Land Code will be drafted by Klahoose First Nation (with assistance from the Land Advisory Board Resource Centre) and will make provisions for the following matters: Identifying the reserve lands to be managed by Klahoose The general rules and procedures for the use and occupation of these lands by Klahoose members and others Financial accountability for revenues from the lands (except oil and gas revenues, which continue under federal law) The making and publishing of Klahoose land laws A community process to develop rules and procedures applicable to land on the breakdown of a marriage A dispute resolution process Procedures by which the Klahoose can grant interests in land or acquire lands for community purposes The delegation of land management responsibilities, and – The procedure for amending the Land Code Land Code Blog Julie Hanuse's Retirement from School District 72! Julie Hanuse has been a dedicated Education Coordinator for School District 72 for many, many, years. Her endless amount of love,... Darryl Louie - Work BC Success Story! We recognize one of our Band Member's Success and milestones through his dedication to complete the Heavy-Duty Machine Operators Program... Klahoose Band Member Wins Kellogg' Frosted Flakes NHL Contest and trip to Las Vegas, Nevada! June 20,2023 Game #2 of the NHL Playoffs I brought thee friends with me on the most exhilarating trip of a lifetime that I had won... Learning Land Code Handouts Why Land Code is the Right Choice for Klahoose How Land Code Benefits Members Individual Agreements in Land Code Land Development in Land Code Membership Participation in Land Code Funding for Land Code Frequently Asked Questions 1 Frequently Asked Questions 2 Potential Risks in Land Code If you have any questions about Land Code, please contact one of the members of our Land Code Team OR, fill out our Land Code 'Get in Touch' form below! Bonnie Hill – First Nation Land Management Resource Centre Technician Email: Bonnie.hill@labrc.com Steven Brown – Chief Email: Landcode@klahoose.org Get in Touch with the Land Code Team Submit Thanks for submitting!

Chief & Council Chief Kevin Peacey Councillor Arlene Brown Councillor Sharon Francis No current photo available Councillor Helen Hanson Councillor Laurier Louie Mathieu