IFNU - Integrated First Nations Unit

11/09/2020

01/29/2020

Old School Carson buddies! Sgt Peri Mainwaring tagged long with IFNU today and bumped into an old school mate, Mary Jacobs at Seymour Band Office. Looking good ladies!

01/15/2020

Today our IFNU Constables were in the community interacting with different partners. We proudly serve The Squamish and Tsleil Waututh Nation and look forward to a great 2020.

12/20/2019

And that’s a wrap folks!

Sgt Mike Ashcroft, served his last day as boss of IFNU today.

We wish Mike the best of luck as he heads back across the river to West Vancouver. Mike will be taking over as boss of The Major Investigation Team at West Vancouver Police Department.

“Mike is a hard worker and leads by example, day in, day out,” said A/Sgt Jeff Wood, who will be taking over as interim boss, “It’s a loss to our unit, to lose an asset like Mike and no doubt the communities he serves, will miss him. We wish him the best in his next endeavour.”

‘I’m proud of my accomplishments at IFNU. Four years has gone so quickly. I will miss the people I work with and will cherish these friendships forever,” said Sgt Ashcroft, “I raise my hands in thanks to those that have guided me along the way. Huy chexw.”

As depicted in the photos, Sgt Ashcroft is a highly decorated within both communities and throughout the province.

Good bye and good luck Mike

12/13/2019

December 13, 2019: Today is Cst. Eugenio PASQUARELLI's last day with the unit. Sgt. ASHCROFT would like to thank Eugenio for his unwaivering commitment to serve the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh communities. Eugenio was instrumental at re-connecting IFNU with the Squamish Valley, where he worked closely with several community members. Good luck in your future endevours Pasta, we will miss you!

12/04/2019

“Today marks the passing of the torch,” said Squamish Nation Councillor Chris Lewis.

After 4 years of working with the people of The Squamish and Tsleil Waututh Nations, Sgt Mike Ashcroft is headed back to West Vancouver Police Department.

Sgt Ashcroft is handing over the unit, into the very capable hands of A/Sgt Jeff Wood (Caretaker of Sema7maka).

“I came into this unit and was able to accomplish many of my goals, while meeting some amazing people along the way. I am truly grateful, to have had the opportunity to work with this fantastic group during my tenure at IFNU,” said an emotional Sgt. Ashcroft.

Both Sgt Ashcroft and A/Sgt Wood were stood up and “blanketed” today.

Sgt. Ashcroft was blanketed for his dedication to IFNU and his efforts to build bridges within the community.

A/Sgt Wood was blanketed for his continual efforts in youth engagement, within both Ch’ich’iyuy and Sema7maka canoe families.

“It is an absolute honour to be recognized by The Squamish Nation,” said A/Sgt Wood, “I look forward to carrying on from the success that Mike had.”

12/01/2019

A few of the Sema7maka Canoe family gathered this weekend at The Squamish Nation Canoe Club to weave cedar hats. Under the watchful eye of Uncle Buck (Alroy Baker), the young canoe family will make hats for next year’s Pulling Together Canoe Journey. Thanks to everyone that has supported our family along the way!

08/06/2019

What a blast it was to es**rt the Squamish Nation Pride Parade float around X̱wemelch'stn. It felt good to see all of the cheers and waves of support from community members, including some great dance moves on the street. Kwitelut ran a mini-marathon: running to each house in the community to hand out invites to the Pride Parade. Thanks again for letting IFNU be part of the Squamish Nation family!🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧

08/02/2019

Another year of Project Escape, held at Camp Jubilee, is in the books. The project is a partnership between Camp Jubilee and IFNU to help provide the "camp experience" to indigenous youth, primarily from the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. Project Escape first started in 2005 with the Mission RCMP, with IFNU taking over in 2009. Long-time Camp Jubilee partners, Tracy Kiefer and Dave Duckworth, were honored this year for their years of support for Project Escape. This year's camp was opened and closed by Nick George, of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation.

07/07/2019

This summer, IFNU members will be stepping up patrols of the Capilano River fishing area, which was designated as a drug and alcohol free zone. IFNU will be supporting the Fish Guardians by trying to keep that area safe and inviting for families. IFNU will also be supporting the Fish Guardians in the Squamish Valley. The Liquor Control and Licensing Act is enforceable on Nation Land.

06/30/2019

IFNU (aka RCMP Boat) was on the water to assist with the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Whey-ah-wichen Canoe Races. A great day on the water, made even more special with a visit from a pod of orcas.

06/26/2019

Thank you to TLR for inviting IFNU to assist with a patrol of the Indian River and estuary. Not a bad day at the office?