Geography students - check out our GEOGPLAN 2009 (login as guest, password guest): http://www.geog.uvic.ca/moodle/login/
- SOGS MEETING NOTES 2 FEB
- CANADA CENTRE FOR REMOTE SENSING - NEW WEBSITE
- EVENTS
- OTESHA: CYCLING FOR SUSTAINABILITY
- JOBS
SOGS Meeting Notes 2 Feb
Thanks to Cail for the meeting notes!
Career Night: Feb 4 @ 6pm in the University Club
The UVic Geography Department and SOGS are organizing a career night so
Soggies can learn more about future opportunities with a Geography
degree. Five geography graduates will speak about what they did after
graduation.
And there will be FREE BEER, if you're swayed by that type of thing.
If you have any questions you'd like asked of alumni please email James
(jcoccola@uvic.ca) or Jen Comer (jcomer@uvic.ca). There will also be a
free question period at the event.
Map: ( http://www.uvic.ca/buildings/ucl.html)
Ecobrew Pub Crawl: Feb 6
This pubcrawl will feature three pubs (Spinnakers, Swans, Canoe Club)
and awesome shirts ("Geographers Get Around") This is a smaller crawl,
so get your tickets now from Cail, Erin, James, or John Newcomb. There
are only 50 tickets, so don't wait to buy your ticket.
The crawl starts at 4:30 at Spinnakers.
Celebrating BC Parks - Introducing commemerative videos by Dr. Phil
Dearden and Rick Searle.
Feb 12 @3pm in the David Lam Auditorium
Board Game Night - Feb 10 @4-7pm.
Meet in the SOGS room (likely move to a class room) for games night.
Galloping Goose Ride at the end of Feb.
Theresa will be organizing a bike ride from downtown to Mattick's Farm
at the end of February. Stay tuned on facebook for event details.
Ideas and Organizers needed for WDCAG fundraising.
If you're going to WDCAG or just excited about fundraising, SOGS needs
ideas for fund raising and people interested in organizing the
fundraisers. If you're interested, email Cail Smith (smithc@uvic.ca).
SOGS facebook group: Society of Geography Students (SOGS)
SOGS HOMEPAGE: http://www.geog.uvic.ca/dept2/undergrad/sogs/sogshome.html
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CANADA CENTRE FOR REMOTE SENSING - NEW WEBSITE
The Canada Centre for Remote Sensing (CCRS), a part of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), has released a new website.
The new site focuses on CCRS' research and development (R&D) work, undertaken to extract value from highly complex remotely-sensed data obtained over Canada, from both Canadian and foreign-owned earth observation satellites. Such work leverages the billions of dollars Canada invests in space infrastructure, generating value-added information that facilitates government decision-making and operations.
New content is presented and the site is organized to highlight CCRS' different R&D areas, including radar, optical and hyperspectral methods and applications, and emergency management. The new site also enables users to access CCRS' sister sites, which feature the Earth Observation Data Service and the Canadian Spatial Reference System.
The websites improved design complements other NRCan websites. It retains popular features from CCRS' previous site, such as the remote sensing glossary and tutorials. The site will be updated periodically to present CCRS' ongoing activities, in remote sensing R&D, as well as in geodesy and satellite data ground reception, archiving and access.
Visit the new CCRS website at the following address:
http://ccrs.nrcan.gc.ca/index_e.php
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UVIC GEOGRAPHERS IN THE NEWS - KEN JOSEPHSON
What’s in a place?
Vivian Moreau
Oak Bay News
January 27, 2010
Community maps chart much more than how to get where you’re going
The salmon was buried in the cook pit that had been dug on the beach at Tod Inlet.
As guests at the outdoor feast gathered, an elderly woman walked by. When she stopped and looked over curiously, Ken Josephson told her how the group was there to share stories about the area.
Although she’d lived all her life in the neighbourhood, the senior said she had no stories to share.
“But then she told us how she remembered riding a horse as a young girl along the road. And that on the hills where there were now houses, there used to be Chinese farmers’ fields,” Josephson said.
Those are the kinds of details that can be included in a community map, he said.
Not just a guide to the geography of an area, it pinpoints cultural, historic and personal landmarks important to residents.
In Oak Bay that could mean Bowker Creek, but it could also mean the 300-year-old Chestnut tree on Victoria Avenue.
A cartographer with the University of Victoria’s geography department, Josephson is part of a plan by the school to help engage communities in the mapping process.
Next week the Oak Bay Community Association, with UVic’s geography department and the UVic office of community-based research, host an open house on community mapping.
Maps from areas such as the Highlands, which recently completed one, will be on display. Josephson will also be there to answer questions about the importance of the work that goes into pulling together the maps.
“Some people think of maps as something you turn on the computer to take a look at. But this is something completely different. It’s a collective view of what we value and cherish in a community.”
He points out that although Highlands group members had polar opposite views on developments such as Bear Mountain, they nevertheless found common ground. “How fragile the water aquifer is in Highlands was a really key story for them.”
For Jill Croft, taking note of Oak Bay’s lanes and alleys is an important aspect of the community map.
She and her husband, Tom, who also founded the community association, cycled and walked as many of the 15 kilometres of lanes in the municipality as they could.
From a neighbourhood standpoint, the community association took over the mapping project from an ad hoc group that started it two years ago.
Coun. Pam Copley, a member of the original group, said a community map can be a useful tool for future planning and also helps build relationships between neighbours. She added that securing municipal funding to support the project has been tough, however.
Josephson has helped create three maps in the Victoria area for communities that have found funding. He agreed with Copley that such a map has reverberating importance.
“The finished map is not necessarily the most significant part of the process. It is about those connections that are made,” he said.
The senior who stopped by the cook pit was invited to attend further meetings in the neighbourhood and even supplied some rare 1940s photos from when Saanich Inlet froze over.
“The idea of maps like these is giving voices to the unheard stories,” Josephson said.
The open house, entitled ‘A Work in Progress,’ takes place Thursday, Feb. 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. in room B209 at UVic’s Social Sciences and Mathematics building (across from the Centennial stadium parking lot). Admission is free, but please RSVP to Jill Croft, 250-595-6284.
http://www.bclocalnews.com/vancouver_island_south/oakbaynews/community/82701012.html
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EVENTS
The Community Association of Oak Bay and UVic’s Faculty of Social Science,
Department of Geography
and Office of Community Based Research invite you to view the Oak Bay Green/Asset
Map
– a work in progress -
Thursday, February 4, 2010
7-9pm
SS&M B215.
Community mapping is a tool for engaging communities and mobilizing community
assets, values and visions. Our Oak Bay Community Green Mapping Project is one
of hundreds of other map-making and planning projects going on around the world
as part of the Green Map System. Over 400 maps have been made throughout the
world using the common Green Map icons. The Green Map System is coordinated
by Green Map ( www.greenmap.org <http://www.greenmap.org/> ), a non-governmental
organization. Locally the Common Ground Community Mapping Project ( www.commongroundproject.ca
and mapping.uvic.ca ) is our facilitator.
Please RSVP
jillcroft@telus.net
250-595-6284
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Department of Geography Colloquium
"Risks and Vulnerabilities of Co-op Recycling"
Dr. Jutta Gutberlet
Department of Geography, University of Victoria
Refreshments at 2:45 pm, seminar at 3:00 pm
Friday, February 5, 2010
SSM B215, University of Victoria
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Thur 4, 5:30pm Regional Growth Strategy Five Year Review Public. The Capital
Regional District wants to know what you think makes a livable and vibrant region!
Participate in the Regional Growth Strategy (RGS). Laurel Point Inn, 680 Montreal
St. 6-7pm Open House, 7pm: MetroQuest Presentation. www.crd.bc.ca/regionalplanning
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UVic Indigenous and Diversity Research Forum, 11-12 Feb, SUB.
FREE & open to Uvic faculty, students, staff, and the wider community.
We would like to invite you to join us at this year’s forum, with the
purpose of the forum being to bring together UVic faculty and students to
share research on diversity, explore opportunities for dialogue and
collaboration, recognize research achievements and share critical
pedagogy.
We have lined up an array of diverse and dynamic plenary speakers and
presentations from faculty, students and community members, including
keynotes from Budd Hall, Lorna Williams and Christine O’Bonsawin. The
themes and formats of the presentations range from photovoice and
performance theatre to video clips, dialogue and experiences to engage you.
Main Diversity Forum website: http://web.uvic.ca/vpac/diversity/forum2010/
Register online: https://confreg.uvcs.uvic.ca/?cid=1641
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Community-Based Health Research with Maps -
By the People, for Healthy Communities
A Research Training Workshop with Charles Burnett and Fiona Lawson
Host: Vancouver Island Health Authority
Facilitator: Charles Burnett, PhD (UVic/Geomemes)
Contact: Fiona Lawson (Fiona.Lawson@viha.ca)
Date: Monday 15 March 2010
Venue: North Island College, Port Hardy BC
Cost: Free
Maximum number of participants: 36
More information & registration: http://mapping4health.eventbrite.com
Workshop Objective: In this hands-on skills development
workshop, we will teach facilitation techniques and
health research tools that focus on
making/using maps.
sponsored by the BC Rural & Remote Health Research Network
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CLIMATE CHANGE TEACH-IN
Why is the Teach-In Important?
Climate change is more than an environmental issue. It spans the disciplines from engineering to psychology, from commerce to creative writing, and everything in between. Now, with the failure of Copenhagen to produce a fair, ambitious and binding treaty, and with the outcome of the Waxman-Markey Bill in the US very much in question, it is becoming increasingly obvious that bottom-up action on climate change is extremely important.
The Teach-In creates a much-needed opportunity for students (and teachers) to become involved in meaningful discussion about climate justice. Climate justice examines how the groups that stand to be most affected by climate change (e.g. the global south), are often also the groups that have done the least to contribute to the problem in the first place. Thinking about climate change is the first step towards strengthening public consensus on the issue, and allows everyday people to begin considering solutions.
How Can You Get Involved?
The most effective way to sign up faculty for the teach-in is to approach them
face-to-face. This strategy works even better when the recruiter is one of the
instructor's students. If you think the teach-in sounds valuable, GoBeyond and
Common Energy are asking you to approach your profs and ask them to take part.
You just need their department, faculty, and e-mail to sign them up online here.
Please read on to find out what the teach-in is all about. It's fine if you don't remember all of what's below, because once faculty are signed up they will receive an e-mail with all of the resources they need to direct a teach-in in their classroom.
What is the Teach-In?
Who: 200 faculty members and 10,000 students will participate in this initiative
through the youth-led goBEYOND Project, Sierra Youth Coalition, and a number
of international organizations.
What: Teachers from across the province leading discussions with their students,
this year on the topic of climate justice, and how their discipline can contribute
to solutions. Depending on their class, faculty can decide if they prefer to
lead a 15 minute discussion, a full-class discussion, or integrate the Teach-In
into an assignment for their students. Suggested discussion questions are provided.
Want more info? Check out the Teach-In Guide for Students on GoBeyond's website.
Where: British Columbia, Canada and the World! Over 17 universities and colleges
all across British Columbia engaged 20 000 students last year. This year, we
will be partnering with schools across Canada through the Sierra Youth Coalition,
and in Africa and India through international partners to help deliver the Teach-In
and underscore the international scope of the issue.
When: From March 1-12, 2010.
Contact: Any questions? Feel free to e-mail info@campusclimtatenetwork.org for
help.
______________________________________________
syc-sustainable_campuses mailing list
syc-sustainable_campuses@list.sierraclub.ca
http://www.sierraclub.ca/mailman/listinfo/syc-sustainable_campuses
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OTESHA: CYCLING FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Are you young, and yearning for a great adventure that will help change the
world? The Otesha Project is a youth led charitable organization that mobilizes
and equips Canadians to create local and global change through individual and
collective choices. Their vision is to see sustainable consumption and lifestyle
choices enter the mainstream of Canadian culture.
They do it by undertaking major long-distance cycling tours and presenting educational
programs in the communities they visit using theatre, experiential activities,
and storytelling. To date, they have reached over 100,000 people and trained
over 300 sustainability advocates.
This year they have three tours: A Farm Tour Ottawa to Toronto (May/June); Vancouver to Ottawa (June/Oct); and Fredericton to Halifax (Sept/Nov). If your heart says “Why not?†the time to apply is now. See www.otesha.ca
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FREE ONLINE GEOGRAPHY JOURNAL ARTICLES: ACME
Soggie Laurence edits ACME:
ACME: An International E-Journal for Critical Geographies
Volume 9, issue 2, 2010
http://www.acme-journal.org/Volume9-2.htm
‘The Anti-Imperialism of Fools’: A Cautionary Story on the Revolutionary
Socialist Vanguard of England’s Post-9/11 Anti-War Movement, 113-137.
Camila Bassi
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/Bassi10.pdf
Unternehmerische Stadtentwicklung zwischen interkommunalem Wettbewerb und lokaler
Regulation: Untersucht am Beispiel der Stadt Münster, 138-163
Sebastian Schipper
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/Schipper10.pdf
El Espacio Público de la Ciudad de Mendoza (Argentina), Espacio de Disputa
y Expresión Ciudadana, 164-190 (English abstract, p. 165)
Pablo A. Rizzo
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/Rizzo10.pdf
Places, people and perpetuity: Community capacities in ecologies of catastrophe,
191-220
James Lewis and Ilan Kelman
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/LewisKelman10.pdf
(Re)Scaling Gender and Globalization: Livelihood Strategies in Accra, Ghana,
221-244
Ann M. Oberhauser
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/Oberhauser10.pdf
Beyond Scholar Activism: Making Strategic Interventions Inside and Outside the
Neoliberal University, 245-275
Autonomous Geographies Collective
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/AGC10.pdf
Intervention:
My Taxi Driver Spoke Swahili: American Dreams and Las Vegas Nightmares, 275-281
Ben Wisner
http://www.acme-journal.org/vol9/Wisner10.pdf
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JOBS
The Mountain Legacy Project
Field Assistants
May - August 2010
The Mountain Legacy Project ( http://www.mountainlegacy.ca/) is looking for summer field assistants. Working with historical mountain survey photographs we locate the original camera locations and repeat the images. The paired photographs, many of which show dramatic changes, are being used to analyze the cultural and ecological history of protected and working landscapes – changing vegetation patterns, water channels, human activities, etc.
The work is hard: although many of the survey stations are easy day-trips,
some of them will be accessed well off the beaten path. Few of the mountains
require technical climbing skills, but all of them involve serious scrambling
(Class III-IV). We are using a medium-format digital camera which, together
with associated equipment, adds 25
pounds to our well-loaded packs. Days start early and are long. We work when
the sun shines, and sleep when it rains. And we never have fun!
We are looking for several assistants to help with all aspects of field support, which requires
-strong outdoor skills, including mountain scrambling (mountaineering skills
desirable) and comfort with exposed alpine environments, backcountry camping,
bushwhacking, off-trail route finding, and trip planning
-ability to carry 25-40 lb packs in exposed alpine environments
-wilderness first aid certification
-flexibility, and the ability to deal with unusual or unforeseen occurrences
-experience with or ability to work in and around helicopters
-working well with others in general, and in potentially difficult situations
-experience in bear country (black and grizzly)
-ability to laugh in the pouring rain….
-interest in interdisciplinary approaches to restoration and management of protected
areas, experience with digital photography, and culinary skills would be an
asset
-preference given to UVic students and those who have an interest in incorporating
this fieldwork into undergraduate or graduate projects
We expect team members to also provide digital and logistical support (post-processing of digital images, managing workflow, maintaining the base camp, providing logistical support to the photographic crews) on a rotating basis.
Specifically you:
-are highly organized and disciplined
-enjoy logistics and trouble-shooting unexpected challenges
-have strong computer skills with preference for Mac OS skills
-are happy to provide general support for photographic teams, including meal
planning, shopping and occasional cooking
Two positions will be available from May 3 through August 31, up to four positions will be available from June 21 through August 31. Field work could be extended into mid-September depending on weather.
Applications will be accepted until 4:30 pm Feb 26, 2010, however we will begin reviewing applications Feb 12, 2010.
Please drop off a resume and brief cover letter to:
Alina C. Fisher
alinaf@uvic.ca
School of Environmental Studies
B243 SSM Building
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Thanks to Kim for these:
Job Number:SSENG753-E
Job Title:ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE ASSISTANT, ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated at $17.86 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14% in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation to $20.36 per hour. This position is available for a period of 16 weeks commencing on May 3, 2010 and continuing until August 20, 2010. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Recycling and Waste Management Division, Engineering and Environmental Services
Department of the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD), is seeking an Environmental
Resource Assistant. Reporting to the Manager, Recycling and Waste Management,
this position assists the Engineering and Environment Department staff with:
developing and implementing solid waste management bylaws and waste diversion
programs; providing support for expansion of and increased participation in
curbside collection programs; and, researching short-term and long-term waste
disposal options, as well as air quality initiatives, and related environmental
sampling, monitoring and data compilation for the CVRD.
Closing Date/Time:
3/12/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
The CVRD is a provincial leader in waste reduction, therefore preferred candidates
will be enrolled in an Environmental Studies or related technical program, and
have demonstrated interest, involvement or experience in environmental initiatives.
Possess a sound working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC drivers' license, a First Aid Level
I Certificate, and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate
will demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills; and, proficiency
with Microsoft Office Suite.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSENG753-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 12, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=79
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Job Number:SSENG754-E
Job Title:ENGINEERING ASSISTANT, ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENT DEPARTMENT
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated at $17.86 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14% in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays, and vacation, bringing the compensation to $20.36 per hour. This position is available for a period of 16 weeks commencing on May 3, 2010 and continuing until August 20, 2010. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Water Management Division, Engineering and Environment Department of the
Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking an Engineering Assistant.
Reporting to the Manager, Water Management, this position assists the Engineering
and Environment Department staff with: developing site specific preventative
maintenance programs for small water and sanitary sewer systems; developing
a water quality assurance program for small community water systems; developing
site specific emergency response plans for community water systems; implementing
small capital works projects, field surveying and data gathering for various
projects; and, preparing technical reports.
Closing Date/Time:
3/12/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will be enrolled in a Civil Engineering Technology or Environmental
Program or related field. Possess a sound working knowledge and experience with
AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite. Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC
drivers' license, a First Aid Level I Certificate, and a satisfactory Criminal
Record Check. The successful candidate will possess: effective verbal and written
communication skills; the ability to multi-task and work independently with
minimal supervision; effective interpersonal skills including working well with
customers and the general public; and, proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft
Office Suite.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSENG754-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 12, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=96
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Job Number:SSCS755-E
Job Title:GIS STUDENT, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated at $19.50 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14% in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation to $21.48 per hour. This position is available for a period of 16 weeks commencing on May 3, 2010 and continuing until August 20, 2010, subject to funding. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Information Technology Division, Corporate Services Department of the Cowichan
Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking a GIS Student. Working under the
supervision of the GIS Supervisor and as an integral part of the GIS Team, the
GIS Student performs a variety of routine technical assignments, works on special
projects and gains relevant GIS experience.
Closing Date/Time:
3/12/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will be in the 3rd or 4th year of a Geography degree program,
with at least one completed course in GIS, or enrolled in a GIS program at a
post secondary institution. Possess knowledge and hands-on experience with ESRI
ArcGIS Desktop, with some development/customization experience preferred. Possess
and maintain a First Aid Level I Certificate, and a satisfactory Criminal Record
Check. The successful candidate will possess: proficient computer operations
skills with a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite;
the ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions, to produce accurate
work in a timely manner; effective verbal and written communication skills;
and effective interpersonal skills with the ability to respond courteously,
tactfully and diplomatically to other employees and the general public.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
a post secondary institution and planning to return to school in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSCS755-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 12, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=80
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Job Number:SSPRC757-E
Job Title:PARKS CREW SUPERVISOR, PARKS & TRAILS DIVISION
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated at $19.50 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14% in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation to $22.23 per hour. This position is available for a period of 17 weeks commencing in May 2010 and continuing through August 2010, subject to funding. Hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Parks & Trails Division, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department of
the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking a Parks Crew Supervisor.
Working under the supervision of the Parks Planning Coordinator, the Parks Crew
Supervisor supervises projects pertaining to the development and maintenance
of parks and outdoor recreation areas.
Closing Date/Time:
3/12/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates are enrolled in related post secondary studies. Possess
and maintain a valid Class 5 BC drivers' license, a First Aid Level I Certificate
and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. Possess supervisory experience. Knowledge
of the safe use of hand held equipment used in painting, construction and landscaping.
Knowledge of rough construction, landscape installation and maintenance techniques.
Knowledge of motorized equipment and the ability to learn the safe and competent
operation of small ride-on construction equipment. The successful candidate
will possess: effective supervisory skills including the ability to follow and
schedule a program of work, and the ability to supervise the work of a crew
in a team setting.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSPRC757-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 12, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=82
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Job Number:SSPRC756-E
Job Title:PARKS SUMMER STUDENT, PARKS & TRAILS DIVISION
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated at $17.86 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14% in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation to $20.36 per hour. This position is available for a period of 17 weeks commencing May 3, 2010 and continuing to August 27, 2010, subject to funding. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Parks & Trails Division, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department of
the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking a Parks Summer Student.
Working under the supervision of the Manager, Parks & Trails Division, this
position is involved in specific projects and tasks related to park inventorying
and research, and site mapping/gps work. The Parks Summer Student assists the
Parts & Trails Division with preparing park site planning, master planning
and public information display materials. The Parks & Trails Division manages
more than one hundred community parks.
Closing Date/Time:
3/12/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will be enrolled in a related discipline such as landscape
architecture, geography, parks and recreation administration, or forest recreation.
Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC drivers' license, a First Aid Level
I Certificate and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate
will possess: effective verbal and written communication skills; effective interpersonal
skills, including the ability to respond tactfully to customers and the general
public; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; and the ability to multi-task
and work independently with minimal supervision. A reliable vehicle for use
at work would be an asset. Mileage reimbursement for vehicle use is available
as per CVRD policy.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSPRC756-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 12, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=81
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Job Number:SSREC759-E - see miscellaneous
Job Title:SUMMER CAMP ACTIVITY LEADER/LIFEGUARD, SHAWNIGAN LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT – TWO TEMPORARY POSITIONS
Salary:These temporary positions are non-union, and are compensated at $16.82
per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, these positions will receive 12% in lieu
of benefits and vacation, bringing the compensation to $19.17 per hour. These
positions are available for a period of 11 weeks commencing June 21, 2010 and
continuing to September 3, 2010, subject to enrolment and funding. Hours of
work vary between 35 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department,
of the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking two Summer Camp Activity
Leader/Lifeguards. Working under the supervision of the Childcare Coordinator,
the Summer Camp Activity Leader/Lifeguard supervises and leads licensed day
camp care for children ages 5-8 including before and after care. This position
also guards the waterfront when summer camp children are swimming.
Publication Date/Time:
1/26/2010 12:00 AM
Closing Date/Time:
3/19/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates are enrolled in post secondary education in a related field.
Possession of a current First Aid Level I with CPR certificate and NLS certificate,
and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. Possession of theoretical or practical
experience developing and promoting recreation programs, and experience in dealing
with children ages 5-8. The successful candidate is enthusiastic, energetic,
enjoys working with children, possesses effective organization skills and the
ability to: maintain a position of authority with children; and, apply effective
verbal and written communication skills, when communicating with children, parents
and supervisors.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSREC759-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 19, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522. If you are applying
for a recreation position, Competition SSREC759-E, please submit one (1) application
only and indicate the positions that are of interest to you.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=84
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Job Number:SSREC759-E - see miscellaneous
Job Title:SUMMER COORDINATOR, KERRY PARK RECREATION CENTRE
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT – TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated
at $17.86 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14%
in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation
to $20.36 per hour. This position is available for a period of 9½ weeks
commencing June 25, 2010 and continuing until August 31, 2010, subject to enrolment
and funding. Hours of work are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Kerry Park Recreation Centre, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department,
of the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking a Summer Coordinator.
Working under the supervision of the Recreation Programmer II, the Summer Coordinator
coordinates the adventure camps and playground programs.
Publication Date/Time:
1/26/2010 12:00 AM
Closing Date/Time:
3/19/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates are enrolled in post secondary education in a related field.
Possess and maintain a First Aid Level I with Child CPR, a valid Class 4 BC
drivers' license with access to a vehicle daily, and a satisfactory Criminal
Record Check. Possession of Lifeguard Certificate is an asset. Knowledge of
programming for summer camps. Knowledge of public relations and marketing is
an asset. Theoretical and/or practical experience developing, promoting and
leading recreation programs and experience dealing with children ages 5-12.
The successful candidate is enthusiastic and energetic and enjoys working with
children, possesses effective organizational skills and the ability to: establish
and maintain respectful, fun relationships with children; establish and maintain
working relationships with other staff, managers, and the general public; communicate
effectively both verbally and in writing; lead and give direction; and, work
independently as well as a member of a team.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSREC759-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 19, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522. If you are applying
for a recreation position, Competition SSREC759-E, please submit one (1) application
only and indicate the positions that are of interest to you.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=88
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Job Number:SSREC759-E - see miscellaneous
Job Title:SUMMER RECREATION & SPORTS COORDINATOR. ISLAND SAVINGS CENTRE
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated
at $17.86 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14%
in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation
to $20.36 per hour. This position is available for a period of 10 weeks commencing
June 28, 2010 and continuing until September 3, 2010, subject to camp enrolment
and funding. Hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Island Savings Centre within the Parks, Recreation and Culture Department
of the Cowichan Valley Regional District is seeking a Summer Recreation &
Sports Coordinator. Working under the supervision of the Recreation Programmer
this position assists with the development, promotion, and implementation of
our Summer Recreation and Sport day camps. Summer Recreation & Sports Coordinator
works independently, exercises independent judgment and works effectively as
a team member. The first week (June 28 - July 2) will be focused on the development
and scheduling of the daily camp activities for nine (9) weeks (July 5 –
Sept 3) including creating posters, flyers, handouts, networking with local
schools and local businesses etc. Hands-on experience involving research of
the Cowichan Valley’s resources is one of the key components of this position.
The remaining nine (9) weeks will be focused on implementing the Summer Recreation
and Sports camps; including creating and fostering a positive and safe camp
environment conducive to child learning and development, maintaining regular
communication with co-workers and parents, and managing supplies and related
equipment.
Publication Date/Time:
1/26/2010 12:00 AM
Closing Date/Time:
3/19/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates are enrolled in post secondary education in a related field.
Theoretical or practical experience developing and promoting recreation programs,
and experience in dealing with children ages 5- 12. Possess and maintain a First
Aid Level I with CPR Certificate, a valid Class 4 BC drivers' license, and a
satisfactory Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate is enthusiastic,
energetic, enjoys working with children, possesses effective organization skills
and the ability to: maintain a position of authority with children; and, apply
effective verbal and written communication skills, when communicating with children,
parents and supervisors.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSREC759-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 19, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522. If you are applying
for a recreation position, Competition SSREC759-E, please submit one (1) application
only and indicate the positions that are of interest to you.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=91
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Job Number:SSREC759-E - see miscellaneous
Job Title:SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT, SALTAIR SUMMER DAYCAMP PROGRAM
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is unionized (CUPE Local 358), and is compensated
at $16.21 per hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 14%
in lieu of benefits, statutory holidays and vacation, bringing the compensation
to $18.48 per hour. This position is available for a period of 9 weeks commencing
July 5, 2010 and continuing until September 3, 2010, subject to funding. Hours
of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Parks & Trails Division, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department of
the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking a Summer Recreation
Program Assistant for the Saltair Summer Daycamp Program. Working under the
supervision of Parks, Recreation and Culture staff, the Summer Recreation Program
Assistant assists with creating and organizing exciting, positive and educational
recreational activities for children ages 5-12. The Summer Recreation Program
Assistant assists with creating the program of planned activities for distribution
to parents; supervises the activities of the children at all times; maintains
a controlled, safe environment; ensures that appropriate use of play and activity
equipment is being made; encourages and enforces safe play; manages and maintains
equipment; and maintains effective communication with supervisors and parents.
Publication Date/Time:
1/26/2010 12:00 AM
Closing Date/Time:
3/19/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates are enrolled in post secondary education in a related field.
Theoretical or practical experience developing and promoting recreation programs,
and experience in dealing with children ages 5-12. Possess a First Aid Level
I Certificate and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate
is enthusiastic, energetic, enjoys working with children, possesses effective
organization skills and the ability to: maintain a position of authority with
children; and, apply effective verbal and written communication skills, when
communicating with children, parents and supervisors. Preference will be given
to applicants from the Saltair/Chemainus/Ladysmith area.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSREC759-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 19, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522. If you are applying
for a recreation position, Competition SSREC759-E, please submit one (1) application
only and indicate the positions that are of interest to you.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=89
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Job Number:SSREC759-E - see miscellaneous
Job Title:SWIM INSTRUCTOR/LIFEGUARD, SHAWNIGAN LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Category:Summer Students
Status:Open
Additional Status Information:SUMMER STUDENT - TEMPORARY POSITION
Salary:This temporary position is non-union, and is compensated at $16.82 per
hour (2010 rates). Additionally, this position will receive 12% in lieu of benefits
and vacation, bringing the compensation to $19.17 per hour. This position is
available for a period of 7 weeks commencing July 5, 2010 continuing to August
20, 2010, subject to enrolment and funding. Hours of work are 35 hours per week,
Monday to Friday.
Description:
The Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department,
of the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking a Swim Instructor/Lifeguard.
Under the supervision of the Recreation Programmer II, the Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
assists with coordinating and instructing the Red Cross Swim Program. This position
also guards the waterfront when summer camp children are swimming.
Publication Date/Time:
1/26/2010 12:00 AM
Closing Date/Time:
3/19/2010 4:30 PM
Qualifications:
Preferred candidates are enrolled in post secondary education in a related recreation
field. Possession of a current First Aid Level I with CPR certificate, NLS certificate,
and a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certificate, and a satisfactory Criminal
Record Check. The successful candidate is enthusiastic, energetic, enjoys working
with children, possesses effective organization skills and the ability to: maintain
a position of authority with children; and, apply effective verbal and written
communication skills, when communicating with children, parents and supervisors.
Special Requirements:
To qualify for this position candidates must be a student currently attending
High School, Community College or University and planning to return to school
in the fall.
Miscellaneous:
Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application
and resume, in confidence, clearly quoting Competition SSREC759-E by 4:30 p.m.
on March 19, 2010 to the Human Resources Division at hr@cvrd.bc.ca, or to 175
Ingram Street, DUNCAN BC V9L 1N8, or by fax to 746-2522. If you are applying
for a recreation position, Competition SSREC759-E, please submit one (1) application
only and indicate the positions that are of interest to you.
http://www.cvrd.bc.ca/jobs.aspx?jobID=85
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we are looking for dynamic people to help engage community members as part of the City of Victoria's development of a new Official Community Plan (OCP). The primary role will be staffing electronic kiosks, engaging people to complete a survey and explaining about the OCP project.
People will be needed between February 10 and March 10. We anticipate needing six people over this time frame to staff the kiosks in a variety of locations from coffee shops to community events. The work will be remunerated at a rate of $15/hour and will likely involve 10-15 half days. Further details are provided in the attachment. Replies are needed quickly, as we hope set up training sessions February 8th, 9th or 10th.
closing date 8 feb.
Please contact me if you are interested.
Thanks,
Cameron Scott
Senior Planner, Community Planning
City of Victoria
phone: 250-361-0534
fax: 250-361-0557
cscott@victoria.ca
www.victoria.ca
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