Lethbridge Family Services would like to invite nominations for the 1st Immigrant Achievement Awards, which will be celebrated on March 20, 2010.
This event, one of the first of its kind in Southern Alberta, will celebrate the success of First Generation Canadians and their contributions to our community. It will also recognize organizations that strive to make diversity and inclusion a priority in their workplace.Nominations are open to outstanding immigrants in the following fields:
• Arts and Culture
• Business
• Community Services
• Distinguished Professional
• Outstanding Youth
• Sports
• Organization that promotes diversity in the workplace.
For more information or to request a nomination package please contact Aurora Bello, Education and Outreach Coordinator, Lethbridge Family Services– Immigrant Services at 403-320-1589 or by email: abello@lfsimmigrantservices.ca
The deadline for nominations is January 31, 2010.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Amnesty International Lethbridge to Join Global Write-a-thon
Lethbridge – Amnesty International Lethbridge will host a community event on International Human Rights Day, encouraging people to come out and write letters to promote human rights. Highlights of the event include local musicians, a raffle, delicious refreshments, and Christmas gifts for sale. They will be joining people from 30 countries around the world who will host their own events.
Amnesty International's write-a-thon is catching the spirit of people everywhere. Last year, thousands of Canadians wrote over 36,000 letters at nearly 1,000 events in schools, community centres, faith institutions, cafes, and living rooms across the country. Participation is free and open to everyone.
Amnesty International's Write-a-thon offers our community a unique opportunity to make a difference in upholding human rights. Members of the media are invited to report on the Write-a-thon.
WHO: Amnesty International Lethbridge
WHAT: Amnesty International Lethbridge hosts write-a-thon
WHEN: Thursday, December 10 at 7:00 pm
WHERE: The Round Street Cafe
For more information, or to schedule an interview, contact Amnesty International Lethbridge at 403-327-8196.
Find out more at www.amnesty.ca/Write-a-thon.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
News from Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle
Dialogue on Racism Potluck - November 23, 2009
Thank you to everyone who attended the potluck on Monday. We had 45 dinner guests, including Mayor Bob Tarleck and Chief of Police Tom McKenzie. We will be publishing the recommendations in a second report, which you should receive in the coming weeks.
We will be presenting recommendations from both potlucks to the Public School Board in January.
Upcoming events of interest:
FNMI Days: Celebrating our Pride, History and Knowledge
Thursday, November 26 at Lethbridge College
10:00 am: Drum protocol
11:30 am: Taste of culture: Berry soup and fry bread
11:30 am: Mini powwow
Noon: Naming ceremony
2:00 pm: First Nations connection to the land
Heritage Through My Hands at Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump
Saturday, November 28
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
A full day of activities where local artisans, crafters and entertainers gather to kick start the festive season. Includes aboriginal art and craft fair, sweet grass ceremony, hoop dancer, silent auction and door prize draws.
Thank you to everyone who attended the potluck on Monday. We had 45 dinner guests, including Mayor Bob Tarleck and Chief of Police Tom McKenzie. We will be publishing the recommendations in a second report, which you should receive in the coming weeks.
We will be presenting recommendations from both potlucks to the Public School Board in January.
Upcoming events of interest:
FNMI Days: Celebrating our Pride, History and Knowledge
Thursday, November 26 at Lethbridge College
10:00 am: Drum protocol
11:30 am: Taste of culture: Berry soup and fry bread
11:30 am: Mini powwow
Noon: Naming ceremony
2:00 pm: First Nations connection to the land
Heritage Through My Hands at Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump
Saturday, November 28
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
A full day of activities where local artisans, crafters and entertainers gather to kick start the festive season. Includes aboriginal art and craft fair, sweet grass ceremony, hoop dancer, silent auction and door prize draws.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Dialogue on Racism and Discrimination Potluck - November 23, 2009
This is an open invitation to the second DIALOGUE ON RACISM AND DISCRIMINATION sponsored by the Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle.
The Dialogue on Racism and Discrimination is a potluck at which you have the chance to meet new people and share a meal, and make recommendations for positive action on the issues of racism and discrimination in our community. Children are welcome to attend with their parents.
The potluck will be held on:
Monday, November 23 from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
at:
Lethbridge Mennonite Church (4303 3rd Avenue South)
IF YOU CAN ATTEND, please RSVP to Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle (lethbridgearc@gmail.com)
This is the second potluck we have held. The recommendations from people who attended our first potluck were published in a report which has been presented to City Council, the Holy Spirit School Board, and the City of Lethbridge Community and Social Development Committee. The report has also been widely distributed across Canada.
This is your opportunity to effect positive change in our community. Your recommendations and ideas will be presented to decision making bodies such as the University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge School Division, Lethbridge College, and other institutions in the coming year.
The Dialogue on Racism and Discrimination is a potluck at which you have the chance to meet new people and share a meal, and make recommendations for positive action on the issues of racism and discrimination in our community. Children are welcome to attend with their parents.
The potluck will be held on:
Monday, November 23 from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
at:
Lethbridge Mennonite Church (4303 3rd Avenue South)
IF YOU CAN ATTEND, please RSVP to Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle (lethbridgearc@gmail.com)
This is the second potluck we have held. The recommendations from people who attended our first potluck were published in a report which has been presented to City Council, the Holy Spirit School Board, and the City of Lethbridge Community and Social Development Committee. The report has also been widely distributed across Canada.
This is your opportunity to effect positive change in our community. Your recommendations and ideas will be presented to decision making bodies such as the University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge School Division, Lethbridge College, and other institutions in the coming year.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Sisters in Spirit Vigil 2009
The 2009 Sisters in Spirit Vigil will be held in Lethbridge, Alberta on MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 at 7:00 pm at GALT GARDENS.
Please come out and help us remember missing and murdered aboriginal women in Canada, and stop this racialized violence.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL 2009 - Friday, August 14
Amnesty International & Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Presents:
FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL 2009
"Bringing Community Together"
Friday, August 14, 2009
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Galt Gardens
Performances by: Floyd Sillito with West Wind; Miss Blackfoot Canada Meghan Shouting; Trevor Kiitokii; Richard Doerksen; Lance Tailfeathers; Pow Navarro; Russell Red Crow; Ammena Dance Compay; and Planet Telex.
Also: Facepainting, Henna Art, Ethnic and Western Food.
Everyone welcome - free public event!
FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL 2009
"Bringing Community Together"
Friday, August 14, 2009
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Galt Gardens
Performances by: Floyd Sillito with West Wind; Miss Blackfoot Canada Meghan Shouting; Trevor Kiitokii; Richard Doerksen; Lance Tailfeathers; Pow Navarro; Russell Red Crow; Ammena Dance Compay; and Planet Telex.
Also: Facepainting, Henna Art, Ethnic and Western Food.
Everyone welcome - free public event!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Lethbridge City Council Motion - June 1, 2009
At the regular meeting of City Council held on Monday, June 1, 2009 the following resolution was passed:
"BE IT RESOLVED THAT the communication from Jacinda Weiss, Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge, Ruth Preston Schilk, Lethbridge Mennonite Church, Sara Sweet Grass and Mary Kosta, Amnesty International Lethbridge, requesting to present the "Dialogue on Racism" booklet and the plan for action by the Lethbridge Action Circle on Racism addressing issues of racism and discrimination in our community, be received as information and filed
AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED THAT they be encouraged to present their report to the Standing Committee on Community and Social Development
AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that Mary Kosta and Ruth Preston Schilk be thanked for their presentation."
"BE IT RESOLVED THAT the communication from Jacinda Weiss, Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge, Ruth Preston Schilk, Lethbridge Mennonite Church, Sara Sweet Grass and Mary Kosta, Amnesty International Lethbridge, requesting to present the "Dialogue on Racism" booklet and the plan for action by the Lethbridge Action Circle on Racism addressing issues of racism and discrimination in our community, be received as information and filed
AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED THAT they be encouraged to present their report to the Standing Committee on Community and Social Development
AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that Mary Kosta and Ruth Preston Schilk be thanked for their presentation."
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
First Annual Urban Aboriginal Awards 2009
Wednesday June 17, 2009
Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre
6:00 pm
A celebration of Aboriginal people presented by:
The Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge
Nominate Your Role Model
Do you know an Aboriginal person who deserves to be recognized for their contribution to the community? If you do, you could nominate him or her for an Urban Aboriginal Award.
You are invited to nominate Aboriginal Elders, adults, and youth who you think make Lethbridge better for Aboriginal people. They are role models, exceptional leaders, and excel at what they do while maintaining their values and beliefs. Most important, they inspire. These people make us proud to be Aboriginal.
On June 17, 2009 at the Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre, the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge will honour seven of these deserving community leaders as well as one Lifetime Achievement recipient at the First Annual Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Urban Aboriginal Awards Celebration.
Nominations are open to any Aboriginal person residing in the City of Lethbridge.
NOMINATION FORMS
• Available at the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Office – 305-5th Street South.
• You may also request the forms by email to a.scout@acleth.ca
SUBMIT NOMINATIONS BY: JUNE 12, 2009 to
The Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge
305-5th Street South
Lethbridge, AB
T1J-2B4
Fax: 403317-7716
Or Email: j.weiss@acleth.ca
AWARD CATEGORIES
Community Leadership – 2 Awards
Making a positive difference in the Aboriginal Community is top priority to this individual. This person has demonstrated commitment to promoting health, culture and/or economic realities within the Urban Aboriginal Community.
Knowledge Keepers – 2 Awards
This person actively participates in upholding Aboriginal Cultural Practices. He or she promotes the need to maintain Aboriginal Language(s), Aboriginal protocols, ceremonies and traditions and shares them.
Youth – 2 Awards
It is amazing what this young person has done to create a sense of community. This young person is a well-balanced individual who exhibits good cultural values and beliefs, leads a healthy life, is a great role model to other youth and may excel in sports. Nominees must be individuals 30 years or younger as of June 17, 2009.
Community Organization Award
This community organization has been a leader in the development of services to Urban Aboriginal Citizens of the City of Lethbridge. They have shown leadership in Community Development and Building Positive Relationships both within the Aboriginal Community and the City of Lethbridge.
Lifetime Achievement Award
A special award recognizing Lifetime Achievement will be awarded by the committee.
NOMINATION CRITERIA – WHO CAN BE NOMINATED?
The person you nominate must:
• Be of Aboriginal, Inuit or Metis Heritage
• Be a resident of the City of Lethbridge
• Be inspirational, a consistent role model
• Be a contributor the Urban Aboriginal Community
• Consent in writing to the nomination
WHO CAN NOMINATE?
Anyone who knows of a worthy candidate can nominate. You do not have to live in Lethbridge. Nominate as many people as you like.
HOW IS A NOMINATION MADE?
1) Ensure the person you plan to nominate agrees to the nomination.
2) You may select more than one category for the nomination.
3) Attach a story of 250 to 1000 words telling why you feel this person is an excellent candidate and describe their accomplishments. You may attach additional information to the nomination – such as a biography and profile of the individual, news stories, letters of support. This is not required, but it can help the selection committee with the decision.
4) List two referrals providing their name and telephone number.
5) Have the nominee sign the form. The Nominee’s signature authorizes the Selection Committee to review the nomination. It also provides for photo and publication consent if the nominee is selected.
6) Submit the nomination before the deadline – send it by fax, email or mail, and ensure the original is delivered to the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Office.
WHAT HAPPENS TO THE NOMINATIONS?
The Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge will contact the successful nominees to let them know they were selected. Successful nominees will receive their award at the award celebration banquet on June 17, 2009. Award recipients can be nominated for additional awards in different categories 5 years after receiving their award. Past award recipients cannot be nominated to the same category.
Nominees not selected for an award are held for three consecutive years from the date of the first submission. Each year, the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Awards Committee will contact the nominator to confirm that the nomination is valid for that year. Following the nominators approval, the nominee will be contacted to confirm their interest in allowing their name to stand.
Any materials submitted to the Urban Aboriginal Awards become the property of the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge and will not be returned. Please submit copies if possible. Emails can be sent as text files or as MSWord documents.
Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre
6:00 pm
A celebration of Aboriginal people presented by:
The Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge
Nominate Your Role Model
Do you know an Aboriginal person who deserves to be recognized for their contribution to the community? If you do, you could nominate him or her for an Urban Aboriginal Award.
You are invited to nominate Aboriginal Elders, adults, and youth who you think make Lethbridge better for Aboriginal people. They are role models, exceptional leaders, and excel at what they do while maintaining their values and beliefs. Most important, they inspire. These people make us proud to be Aboriginal.
On June 17, 2009 at the Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre, the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge will honour seven of these deserving community leaders as well as one Lifetime Achievement recipient at the First Annual Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Urban Aboriginal Awards Celebration.
Nominations are open to any Aboriginal person residing in the City of Lethbridge.
NOMINATION FORMS
• Available at the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Office – 305-5th Street South.
• You may also request the forms by email to a.scout@acleth.ca
SUBMIT NOMINATIONS BY: JUNE 12, 2009 to
The Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge
305-5th Street South
Lethbridge, AB
T1J-2B4
Fax: 403317-7716
Or Email: j.weiss@acleth.ca
AWARD CATEGORIES
Community Leadership – 2 Awards
Making a positive difference in the Aboriginal Community is top priority to this individual. This person has demonstrated commitment to promoting health, culture and/or economic realities within the Urban Aboriginal Community.
Knowledge Keepers – 2 Awards
This person actively participates in upholding Aboriginal Cultural Practices. He or she promotes the need to maintain Aboriginal Language(s), Aboriginal protocols, ceremonies and traditions and shares them.
Youth – 2 Awards
It is amazing what this young person has done to create a sense of community. This young person is a well-balanced individual who exhibits good cultural values and beliefs, leads a healthy life, is a great role model to other youth and may excel in sports. Nominees must be individuals 30 years or younger as of June 17, 2009.
Community Organization Award
This community organization has been a leader in the development of services to Urban Aboriginal Citizens of the City of Lethbridge. They have shown leadership in Community Development and Building Positive Relationships both within the Aboriginal Community and the City of Lethbridge.
Lifetime Achievement Award
A special award recognizing Lifetime Achievement will be awarded by the committee.
NOMINATION CRITERIA – WHO CAN BE NOMINATED?
The person you nominate must:
• Be of Aboriginal, Inuit or Metis Heritage
• Be a resident of the City of Lethbridge
• Be inspirational, a consistent role model
• Be a contributor the Urban Aboriginal Community
• Consent in writing to the nomination
WHO CAN NOMINATE?
Anyone who knows of a worthy candidate can nominate. You do not have to live in Lethbridge. Nominate as many people as you like.
HOW IS A NOMINATION MADE?
1) Ensure the person you plan to nominate agrees to the nomination.
2) You may select more than one category for the nomination.
3) Attach a story of 250 to 1000 words telling why you feel this person is an excellent candidate and describe their accomplishments. You may attach additional information to the nomination – such as a biography and profile of the individual, news stories, letters of support. This is not required, but it can help the selection committee with the decision.
4) List two referrals providing their name and telephone number.
5) Have the nominee sign the form. The Nominee’s signature authorizes the Selection Committee to review the nomination. It also provides for photo and publication consent if the nominee is selected.
6) Submit the nomination before the deadline – send it by fax, email or mail, and ensure the original is delivered to the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Office.
WHAT HAPPENS TO THE NOMINATIONS?
The Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge will contact the successful nominees to let them know they were selected. Successful nominees will receive their award at the award celebration banquet on June 17, 2009. Award recipients can be nominated for additional awards in different categories 5 years after receiving their award. Past award recipients cannot be nominated to the same category.
Nominees not selected for an award are held for three consecutive years from the date of the first submission. Each year, the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge Awards Committee will contact the nominator to confirm that the nomination is valid for that year. Following the nominators approval, the nominee will be contacted to confirm their interest in allowing their name to stand.
Any materials submitted to the Urban Aboriginal Awards become the property of the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge and will not be returned. Please submit copies if possible. Emails can be sent as text files or as MSWord documents.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Racism in Lethbridge
As one of the moderators for this Blog, I just want to see some feedback on the issue of Racism. Does anyone have any stories they would like to share? Does anyone have any issues they want to explore through this blog? Please give some feedback on anything that you would like to see or have addressed. This is the perfect place to allow your voice to be heard! Hope to hear from you soon. Take Care
Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle
Lethbridge Action on Racism Circle
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Dialogue on Racism Potluck Supper March 5, 2009
Amnesty International Lethbridge, the Lethbridge Mennonite Church, and the Aboriginal Council of Lethbridge co-organized the Dialogue on Racism potluck dinner on March 5, 2009. We invited religious organizations, civic society groups, First Nations organizations, Lethbridge City Council, the Lethbridge City police, and extended an open invitation via the Lethbridge Herald to members of the public.
We gave each attendee a number when they arrived, so that people would be sitting with people they did not already know. We wanted everyone to meet new people and break out of their familiar circles. Each table had a facilitator who helped their fellow dinner guests answer the set of three questions which were posed. We had simple ground rules: everyone's ideas were equally important, everyone must show respect, and everyone was worthy. We began to eat at 6:00 pm, and at 7:30 pm the facilitator from each table presented the results of their discussions to the whole room. Notes were taken on flip chart paper, and posted around the room as we progressed. By 8:00 pm, we had enough ideas for a booklet!
This booklet, Dialogue on Racism - Sharing Salt: A Grassroots Gathering, is available by e-mailing LARC at lethbridgearc@gmail.com.
We gave each attendee a number when they arrived, so that people would be sitting with people they did not already know. We wanted everyone to meet new people and break out of their familiar circles. Each table had a facilitator who helped their fellow dinner guests answer the set of three questions which were posed. We had simple ground rules: everyone's ideas were equally important, everyone must show respect, and everyone was worthy. We began to eat at 6:00 pm, and at 7:30 pm the facilitator from each table presented the results of their discussions to the whole room. Notes were taken on flip chart paper, and posted around the room as we progressed. By 8:00 pm, we had enough ideas for a booklet!
This booklet, Dialogue on Racism - Sharing Salt: A Grassroots Gathering, is available by e-mailing LARC at lethbridgearc@gmail.com.
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