Career & Education

Qwuy'um'aat's Overdue Book List for 2022

In the era of information and as a person who enjoys reading, check out my top reads of 2023 along with my reflections and ratings (in no...

Qwuy'um'aat's Book List for 2021

What works inform my practice? Take a peak at my top reads.

Labour Shortage or Dated Recruitment and Retention Practices?

The regional unemployment rate for Vancouver Island is about 5.0%. The outlook for the BC Labour Market for 2019-2029 is comprised of:...

Job Searching as a Grad Student

In my opinion and experience, one's job hunting experience is greatly shaped by one's current network and supports. Many people rely on...

Graduate Research Road Map: Redefining First Nations Housing and/or Municipal Relations

I am currently completing my first year of my Masters of Community Planning program at Vancouver Island University. I am opting to...

Reconciliation of the municipal-Indigenous relationship and gender inequity

When will Canada be ready to foster and encourage the inclusion of Indigenous woman in municipal governance, in order to successfully...

Lessons Learned: First Semester as a Grad Student

I currently work 20 hours a week, which usually ends up being almost 25 hours a week at a minimum, depending on the week. I'm also...