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Message Bummer Flats Wetland Restoration Knowledge Holder and Cultural Advisor Application deadline extension of August 15, 2025. Please submit your expression of interest by 4 pm MST. Contracting Opportunity: ʔaq̓am, Ducks Unlimited Canada, The Nature Trust of British Columbia, and the Ministry of Water, Lands and Resource Stewardship are seeking a cultural advisor to advise on the restoration of North Bummers Marsh at Bummers Flats Conservation Complex, approximately 14 km north of Forte Steele. The successful candidate will work as a contractor for Ducks Unlimited Canada. Contract length and time commitment: The contract will last approximately 1.5 months between the end of September and October 31, 2025. Time commitment will involve a two to three-week construction period in the fall of 2025 performing on-site supervision for several hours per day during the work week. Specific dates of construction will be provided after hiring but the contract is expected to start either the last week of September or first week of October. Hours are flexible and can be negotiated. Contracting fees: The contractor will be paid $75/hour, inclusive of additional expenses. The successful contractor will be responsible for paying for their own expenses related to travel, phone bills, food, personal protective equipment, etc. Role: As the cultural advisor, you will perform cultural and environmental oversight to ensure design processes and outcomes are meeting Ktunaxa values and on-site construction recognizes ʔaq̓amnik̓ values and stewardship principles. You will work with the team to integrate Indigenous Knowledge and values into the project and provide guidance during construction based on your knowledge of the land and species that use the areas. During construction, you will be expected to provide input on decisions and activities, including protecting culturally and environmentally sensitive areas. You may also be required to attend several construction planning meetings online. The number of hours worked can be flexible and negotiated with the successful candidate.

Requirements: Must have a vehicle and driver’s license. Must be familiar with Bummers Flats and familiar with the Bummers Flats Restoration project and engagement thus far with the community. Contractors will be responsible for bringing their own PPE. Work Conditions: This position will work extensively outside, and work will continue in all safe weather conditions. The successful applicant must be comfortable working outdoors, with heavy equipment and in various weather conditions. Applicants: This job is open to ʔaq̓amnik̓ Knowledge Holders. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an email to m_wilson@ducks.ca. Please provide your name and a brief expression of interest relating to why you are interested in the position and your experience and knowledge. The application deadline is Friday, August 15th, 2025 at 4 pm MST.