Future Leaders Wanted: Join the NmTC Youth Council

At Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council (NmTC), we believe in the potential of young people to make a real difference in their communities. That’s why we’re excited to offer an opportunity for Member Nation youth to join the Youth Council—a program that encourages growth, builds confidence, and helps shape the next generation of leaders.

If you know a young person who cares deeply about their community and is eager to grow as a leader, this could be the perfect fit for them.

What is the Youth Council?

The Youth Council provides a space where Member Nation youth can:

• Build practical leadership skills and grow their confidence

• Strengthen their communication abilities to share ideas effectively

• Deepen their connection to culture and language

• Form meaningful relationships with peers and mentors

This program isn’t just about learning—it’s about creating a supportive environment where youth can explore their potential, honor cultural traditions, and take steps toward becoming the leaders their communities need.

Why Join?

Being part of the Youth Council opens doors to experiences that will help youth succeed both now and in the future. This is a fantastic opportunity for any young person looking to grow, connect, and make a difference.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for enthusiastic, community-minded youth who are ready to embrace new opportunities and grow as individuals. If you are eager to learn, share your voice, and contribute to something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Get Involved

If you know someone who would thrive in this program, we encourage you to nominate them! For an application form or more information, please reach out to:

Debbie MintonEmail: debbiem@nautsamawt.com

Together, we can help the next generation build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to lead with purpose. The future is full of possibilities, and it starts here.

Compost Workshop at Malahat Community Garden

The Community Food Network organized and funded a compost workshop at the Malahat Community Garden on Friday, September 23, 2022. It was taught by Kayla Siefried from the Compost Education Center and was a hands-on demo of making outdoor compost and general tips and tricks and uses for compost. The gardeners received kudos from Kayla for having a very pollinator friendly garden.

Attending was Sandy Joe (lead gardener), Shane Sylvester (seasonal gardener) and Darren James (assistant gardener).

Please reach out to seannaj@nautsamawt.com if you would like to host a compost workshop in your community or if you'd like the notes from this workshop.

Youth Opportunity - Introduction to Podcasting Training Program

Good Influence Films is offering Indigenous Youth an opportunity to take a hands-on, 15-week training program in podcasting and digital storytelling.

The program is online and open to Indigenous youth residing in Canada, with a priority to youth living in rural and remote areas. If you are a young changemaker between 20 and 35 with a desire to share stories from your community and host cross-cultural conversations, apply today!

Participants will graduate from the Introduction to Podcasting Training Program with 3 completed episodes which will be released on the Indigenous 150+ podcast platform. The participants will also be provided with a professional microphone or $100 towards additional gear if they already have a suitable microphone.

Twelve (12) individuals will be invited to participate in the Introduction to Podcasting Training Program.

Program dates: Week of March 21st, 2022 – July 16th, 2022

Deadline to apply: March 6, 2022

For more information:

https://goodinfluencefilms.com/training