https://www.pauquachin.ca/news daily 0.75 2023-12-03 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/message-from-chief-amp-council monthly 0.5 2023-12-03 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/2022-financial-audit monthly 0.5 2022-10-07 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/chief-and-council-candidates monthly 0.5 2022-09-20 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/chief-allan-tom-funeral-service-information monthly 0.5 2022-08-09 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/counselling-support-august-4-amp-5-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-08-04 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/pfn-announcement monthly 0.5 2022-08-04 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/pauquachin-election-information-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-29 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/temporary-financial-support-is-available-for-community-members monthly 0.5 2021-01-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1611607428030-WA671L70KNWEOS0E4ZH5/Pauquachin+Reaching+Home+Flyer_.jpg News - Temporary Financial Support is Available For Community Members https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/common-property-search-registery monthly 0.5 2021-01-22 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/pauquachin-first-nation-year-end-audit-presentation monthly 0.5 2020-12-08 https://www.pauquachin.ca/news/a-message-to-the-community-covid-19 monthly 0.5 2020-05-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1588888174212-WWFU4XA3HSQKNFPO4HW9/Capture.jpg News - A message to the community from leadership - COVID-19 https://www.pauquachin.ca/language daily 0.75 2020-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582667021130-5CTF80EVQ14U1YXSRM54/Elliott.jpg Language - Development of the Language The revival of the SENĆOŦEN language was spearheaded by Dave Elliott, who is a member of Tsartlip. In the 1970s, Elliott worked towards developing a SENĆOŦEN alphabet system in order to have a tool to record the language. In 1984 the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board adopted the Dave Elliott Alphabet to help preserve the SENĆOŦEN language and history (W̱SÁNEĆ School Board, 2015). There are existing programs in the surrounding First Nations communities that help teach traditional languages to local residents. The LÁU, WELEW tribal school offers an adult language class and immersion program in SENĆOŦEN. In Pauquachin, the band office hired a Culture and Language Worker from 2011 to 2013. This staff member provided language training in HUL’Q’UMI’NUM’ for band office staff and community members. https://www.pauquachin.ca/publicnurse daily 0.75 2023-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582911408020-AHMZ7QB8RL9OZ5BMR9IK/hyttalo-souza-a1p0Z7RSkL8-unsplash.jpg Public Nurse - Communicable Disease Control TB Testing Routine immunizations for the whole family Seasonal influenza immunizations immunizations for populations at risk Follow-up on reportable Communicable Disease Outbreaks and infestations Education and counseling on vaccine preventable diseases https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582911354774-U8O9YDBM2YQ61186ZMFA/marcelo-leal-k7ll1hpdhFA-unsplash.jpg Public Nurse - Public Health Nurses Pauquachin First Nation has Registered Nurses providing Public Health Nursing services through the Pauquachin Health Office. Public Health Nurses provide health promotion, intervention and support to women, children and families. All services are free and confidential. We work with Speech Language Pathologists, Hearing (Audiologists), Public Health Nutritionists, and Dental Health Educators. Phone: (250)656-0191 Please contact reception for hours and information. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582911870902-DUEBXC6GLBAZHLTM214E/aditya-romansa-5zp0jym2w9M-unsplash.jpg Public Nurse - Infant and Preschooler Caregiver Services Individual screening, assessment of child’s development and social-emotional progress. Child Health Conferences for basic childhood immunizations, assessment, and counselling on weights and measurements, parenting issues, oral/dental health, safety, nutrition, tobacco reduction. Providing health information, support and discussion groups for parents and their babies, toddlers and preschoolers and the community on various health and safety issues such as injury and communicable disease prevention, nutrition, and parenting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582912278992-22X8SUZ184ZYNEBSXVQH/kelly-sikkema-DPmevL6jcHo-unsplash.jpg Public Nurse - Pre and Post Natal Care Pregnancy and Prenatal Counselling. Prenatal teaching. Identification and support for women experiencing difficulties with post-partum adjustment or depression. Telephone call and home visit with all new mothers. Breastfeeding support for mothers/families requiring assistance and information or experiencing difficulties. Pamphlets, brochures, books, videos and other resources on pregnancy and parenting including safety, healthy choices, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Prevention, Shaken Baby Prevention, infant care and supports. https://www.pauquachin.ca/home daily 1.0 2022-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582692558701-EH3XC7QKWBKXFV8PPMCX/12555235073_ec6a0713f8_c.jpg Home - Pauquachin First Nation As in many First Nations reserves, the Band Office in Pauquachin has long served as an important foundation for the development of the community. https://www.pauquachin.ca/ourhistory daily 0.75 2020-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583849414844-0V1W7JYQ6ISP96A8VFKA/pauqhachin-boat-ramp-aqulina-james-min.jpg Our History - Our History The community of Pauquachin, a name generally meaning “the land of cliffs and bluffs”, is historically a First Nations community that is located on Southern Vancouver Island. Pauquachin was originally part of the WSANEC (Saanich) Nation, which also includes Tsawout, Tsartlip and Tseycum. These bands share a common history and territory. The Saanich Nation belongs to a broader cultural group known as Central Coast Salish. Saanich First Nation settlements have been mostly concentrated on the western side of the Saanich Peninsula. the population in Pauquachin began as a small group of 14 families and many of these families are still present today. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582582441079-E4OXP07RJSUVY5YO94VQ/history.jpg Our History - Economy Historically, Pauquachin’s economic life has been based on salt-water adaptation due to the community’s position on the Saanich Peninsula. Saanich people developed a reef-netting technology to gather their food, which was unique to their cultural area. Fishing and hunting sites were organized into areas that were “owned” by certain families and ares that were “open” to everyone. historians found that the majority of sites were open resource areas. The material culture and residential pattern of the Saanich people were oriented around the seasonal availability of ocean foods within their traditional lands. Some historians believe that Point Roberts was the summer fishery for the Saanich people while Goldstream was the winter fishery (Ministry of Justice, 2013). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582582464997-69IVGAVQGHD0XFIY21EE/housing.jpg Our History - Housing According to historical records, traditional Saanich housing comprised of 100 foot long cedar longhouses and they would house multiple families (Wonders, 2008). In 1932, artist Arthur Pitts created a painting of a 100 foot cedar longhouse on the Pauquachin reserve, which he referred to as “Llalam”. “Llalam” may be a variation of the Hul’qumi’num word for home, “lelum”. Cedar trees were an important resource for the Saanich people, as both their longhouses and dugout canoes were made from cedar. Saanich warriors defended this resource, as they fought against early colonial settlers who were cutting down cedars for milling at the nearby sawmill (Wonders, 2008). The Pauquachin people continue to this day to be a resilient community who seek to build a healthy, self reliant and economically strong community. https://www.pauquachin.ca/culture daily 0.75 2020-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583534590091-OMDP80185LMSVFAU0TCL/pauquachin-kids-in-canoes-carine-charlie-1-min.jpg Culture - A Way of Life Culture and traditions are the roots of the Pauquachin community, with community members practicing their culture in many different ways. Involvement in cultural activities and abilities in traditional skills are a source of pride for many residents. More importantly, cultural ties bring a sense of balance, healing, and happiness. Pauquachin recognizes that it is critical to pass on these cultural traditions to younger generations. Stories are the traditional way of teaching, and they are orally passed on from elders to youth. Stories Stories contain lessons, histories, and teachings for all aspects of life. Significant themes in stories include respecting the land, sea and animals. Creatures from nature such as the raven, crow, whale, and eagle are believed to have special powers. Different Nations may have variations of stories to fit a specific situation or to teach a child a particular lesson. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583534703378-JJQLQV5SDRNL5BDCS0VG/pauquachin-hilltop-02-christina-ruby-8-min.jpg Culture - ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱ The Saanich people hold a deep relationship with the land and the forest is especially significant as a spiritual place. The Saanich Nation, including Pauquachin, shares the sacred mountain of ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱, which translates to “place of refuge”. This sacred mountain, which is otherwise known as Mount Newton, has held cultural significance for 10,000 years (Weiss, 2008). ȽÁU, WELṈEW̱ is understood as the place where people go to feel connected to the Great Spirit . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583534813187-BWVLK16UQ65ZEDX05U5V/longhouse-min.jpg Culture - Longhouse The Longhouse plays an important role in the Pauquachin community, as a place for people to participate in cultural ceremonies. In 1885, the colonial government banned these ceremonies, but the official suppression ended in 1951 (Manzella, 2010). The Saanich people began participating in the cultural ceremonies immediately, and a re-awakening followed. Although there is currently no Longhouse on Pauquachin lands, community members are able to participate through Longhouses at nearby Nations. Being active in the ceremonial dancing, singing, drumming, and sacred rituals during the Longhouse season from October to May remains a very significant part of the Pauquachin community. https://www.pauquachin.ca/leadership daily 0.75 2023-11-16 https://www.pauquachin.ca/traditional-territories daily 0.75 2020-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1582581678959-0IH11H0EYESQ3HXM63U9/Capture7.JPG Lands - Traditional Territories Pauquachin First Nation holds existing title on three Indian Reserves in the Saanich Inlet basin on Southern Vancouver Island, with Coles Bay (Indian Reserve #3), Hatch Point (Indian Reserve #12), and Goldstream (Indian Reserve #13) (AANDC, 2015). For the Goldstream reserve, Pauquachin holds a shared claim along with the Malahat, Tsartlip, Tsawout and Tseycum First Nations for traditional fishing purposes. Indian reservations were established as part of the 14 Douglas Treaties on Southern Vancouver Island, which were a colonial policy that recognized aboriginal possession of land. All on-reserve Pauquachin members reside in Coles Bay IR #3, where existing land use is largely residential with some cultural and administrative amenities found primarily in the western reaches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583534340181-Z45WCLLJPNGDQGK6BD72/land-mountain-view-1200-min.jpg Lands - Geography In the centre of the reserve, there is a 3.5 hectare gravel pit that is surrounded by forested lands. The Coles Bay reserve is bound to the south and east by John Dean Provincial Park. The western reaches of the reserve is where the land is relatively flat and there is good access to the Saanich Inlet. Towards the east of the reserve, the forested lands steepen considerably as the reserve backs onto the western slopes of Mount Newton. Topography is an important consideration when assessing opportunities for land development. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583534155617-PA3JDJ3RIWWX84W6WL0H/beach-10-1200px-min.jpg Lands - Land Management Act Pauquachin First Nation is not under the First Nations Land Management Act and is not Land Code operational. The Band is in the process of confirming funding for a Land Code and will be working on a Land Use Plan in the upcoming year. Currently, land jurisdiction, management and development approvals are under the Indian Act. Addressing gaps in land use management frameworks will be critical in moving forward in development on Pauquachin land. https://www.pauquachin.ca/contact-us daily 0.75 2020-03-16 https://www.pauquachin.ca/education daily 0.75 2020-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583535667405-WPXRVS82UMRILTDTE646/Capture28.jpg Education https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583535687191-5KXRTKW9GPYNFXGSE9UI/Capture27.jpg Education https://www.pauquachin.ca/healthservices daily 0.75 2020-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583363333035-YSEJS836WZDZFF7PT30A/henry-xu-0XHo26Jb8dk-unsplash.jpg Health Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583363417625-4W51O2MIPPHYNOD47LUS/pauqhachin-days-kyle-williams-4_mini.jpg Health Services - Brighter Futures Program The Brighter Futures Program provides a brighter future for the community in many different ways: Pauquachin Day in the summer Christmas Community Dinner Haircuts Good Food Box https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583363557556-5BHEVQ5WNOPG4H8E10R8/Childrens-Oral-Health-Initiative-min.jpg Health Services - COHI The Children's Oral Health Initiative (COHI) is an early childhood tooth decay prevention program designed to improve the oral health of First Nations children. The client group includes children aged 0-7, their parents and caregivers and pregnant women. COHI Services include annual screening, fluoride varnish applications, sealants, and temporary fillings. A dental professional, either a dental therapist or dental hygienist delivers the program in a community, with the assistance of a COHI Aide. (Source FNHA) https://www.pauquachin.ca/membership-status-cards-social-assistance daily 0.75 2022-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583859885322-CDWRT5N31VCMKQEBIDG7/Pauquachin-logo.+JPG+%28002%29.jpg Membership, Status Cards, Social Assistance https://www.pauquachin.ca/employment daily 0.75 2020-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c5a514d65019f01a2cb2be5/1562687024353-YI2JTTGZH5NEL2JDX35X/20140301_Trade-151_0124-copy.jpg Employment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c5a514d65019f01a2cb2be5/1562687042835-DITPZLPAZ9VB5SVD9Y3U/20140301_Trade-151_0124-copy.jpg Employment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583850317631-WMO06WWTSAV049ISEV62/narrene-williams.jpg Employment - A Note From Our Employment Coach “It’s another amazing year ahead of us to set some goals. It doesn’t matter if the goals are big or small, what matters is we continue to evolve, improve ourselves and move forward. There are many great things to be involved in happening in our world, in our community, and in our families. All we need to do is take a step forward! The area of my work is continuing to improve as I learn what resources and opportunities are available within the local area, and how I can try and link community members with those opportunities. I look forward to developing plans to help our community members, young and old alike.Looking for employment opportunities for members is ongoing, and I have been posting on my facebook page, and the job board in the main hallway is still updated regularly. There is many online job search avenues as well. I will help you with your employment goals. Please contact me to set up a time!” - Narrene Williams https://www.pauquachin.ca/housing daily 0.75 2020-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1583532411575-XPFSINO5XQC47AO7CLK1/Capture26.jpg Housing - Paquachin Housing Department The provision of housing provides a strong physiological need that all humans have for shelter, yet at the same time supports additional human needs for safety, love, belonging, and providing for one’s family. when managed appropriately, housing can also be a financial asset for the owner and/or a resource for a community. Addressing Needs Addressing the housing needs of Pauquachin Nation is a critical step forward for the future development and capacity building within the Nation. Without housing it is considerably challenging for one to contribute to the community and society at large as they are in constant pursuit of attaining their own basic needs of shelter. A community visioning workshop was held with the Pauquachin Nation members in 2013 to identify the goals and priorities of the community. housing was recognized as the largest priority by community. in addition to house being recognized as on e of the greats concerns among Pauquachin members, the theme of housing has also bee identified as a ‘pillar’ within the Pauquachin Comprehensive Community Plan (CPP) which was developed in conjunction with our housing plan. https://www.pauquachin.ca/social-assistance-1 daily 0.75 2021-02-26 https://www.pauquachin.ca/new-page-1 daily 0.75 2020-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/1584034146242-4HNFVCQWC1OCVU5M4AA8/band-office-contact.jpg Facility Rentals - Pauquachin Hall Pauquachin First Nation is pleased to offer our facilities to rent to both Pauquachin Community Members, and the general public. Our facilities are located at: Pauquachin Community Hall 8980 West Saanich Road Sidney BCV8L 5W4 Facilities Rentals include Hall Cultural Room Training Room https://www.pauquachin.ca/careers daily 0.75 2025-10-08 https://www.pauquachin.ca/nil-tuo daily 0.75 2023-05-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/bc67d5ed-0a7e-419e-ae26-771f79f0e70a/Picture1.png https://www.pauquachin.ca/marine-department-reports daily 0.75 2025-12-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e5401ebf9becf12d06ff6d9/6888c2fc-e037-4fd8-9d33-a477b1aa9da5/Ecostar-Winner-2025-Aqua-h-lrg.png https://www.pauquachin.ca/early-childhood-educator daily 0.75 2025-12-10 https://www.pauquachin.ca/social-worker daily 0.75 2026-02-23 https://www.pauquachin.ca/one-to-one-child-support-worker daily 0.75 2026-03-09 https://www.pauquachin.ca/store daily 0.75 57912-12-18