Acknowledgement

The Good Neighbours Committee created this Acknowledgement that shows our awareness of the Indigenous land rights that we live and work within. Creating your own acknowledgement can be very personal, and can take time and research. Here are some resources to websites that provide more background and knowledge behind why we have land acknowledgements, asContinue reading “Acknowledgement”

Vanderhoof is a welcoming and inclusive community…

The Good Neighbours Committee at work …. Check out the District of Vanderhoof website  for a slideshow of photos and a welcome to our community. “Vanderhoof is a welcoming and inclusive community. We are known for our friendly residents and we have a reputation for being a great place to live, raise a family andContinue reading “Vanderhoof is a welcoming and inclusive community…”

Community Members Dedicated to Diversity

Charlyne Smilinski Former Diversity Coordinator, Access Facilitor, CNC Nechako “Let’s build some bridges… We’re very excited about the project, the community and the change that we can see happen.” Gerry Thiessen Mayor, District of Vanderhoof “The whole community is enriched when you can reach out and embrace other people, bring them in and work togetherContinue reading “Community Members Dedicated to Diversity”

Good Neighbours Committee (GNC)

The GNC’s mission statement is to have a society where racist behaviour is unacceptable and mutual respect between individuals is honoured. The Community Accord is the culmination of ten years of work towards an inclusive and welcoming community. Some of the projects the GNC initiated: Legacy of Lights Respect . . . Accept Youth ProjectContinue reading “Good Neighbours Committee (GNC)”