Central Coast Regional District – Casual Recycling Attendant/Labourer

Title: Recycling Attendant/Labourer-Casual
Department: Solid Waste Management
Status: Casual
Salary: $24.00/HR
Reports to: Operations Manager

The CCRD is looking for a casual employee to work at the Thorsen Creek Recycle Depot as Recycling Attendant on an as needed basis.  The Attendant would typically be covering on a Wednesday or Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Additional casual work may be available at other CCRD facilities.

Must have valid class 5 drivers licence and the ability to undertake physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy items.

Rate of pay is $24.00/hr.

Please submit a cover letter and resume by email pwm@ccrd.ca or dropping off at the CCRD office located at 626 Cliff Street, Bella Coola, BC.

Central Coast Regional District – Economic Development Coordinator

Position Summary:
The Central Coast Regional District (CCRD) is seeking a full-time Economic Development Coordinator (EDC). Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the EDC will provide economic planning, marketing and promotion, project management, hiring support and oversight of contractors for special projects, relationship building, business retention and expansion activities, and administrative support to the upcoming Economic Development Committee / Commission.

The EDC is engaged by the Central Coast Regional District to develop and define strategies focusing on sustainable growth matched to opportunities specific to the needs of healthy rural and remote communities. There are a range of special projects under the CCRD community economic development function and the EDC is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and promoting these projects.

The EDC will work as part of a small and dedicated team. The EDC reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for staff direction and works with community organizations, industry groups, and the Economic Development Advisory Committee (or other governance structure) to implement the economic development strategy and Board priorities. This position will involve working outside of regular office hours and periodic out-of-town travel.

Key Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Providing support and recommendations to the CAO on sound economic development strategies and programs.
  • Conducting research and analysis to support the development of business support, business attraction, workforce development, and marketing and communication projects and programs.
  • Preparing correspondence, written reports, sector profiles, proposals, data summaries and presentations regarding key findings on target industries, markets, key messages, and partners, including content development and production of materials.
  • Developing and delivering various projects and programs to support economic development activities within established program delivery budgets.
  • Providing economic and business development information to existing and prospective businesses and investors, business development proponents, government, and other private and public sector stakeholders, including relevant expertise and support for community economic development initiatives.
  • Maintaining an awareness of current economic issues and opportunities important to the development of CCRD’s economy.
  • Establishing and building relationships with local and regional businesses, major employers, potential investors, industry associations, entrepreneurs, post-secondary institutions, and financial institutions to facilitate economic growth and diversification.
  • Liaising with investors, government agencies, the business community and educational and financial institutions to implement initiatives and strategies that define both short- and long-term economic development goals and monitoring progress toward well-defined deliverables.
  • Supporting and/or making presentations to the general public, community stakeholders, other CCRD staff, and the Board as required.
  • Coordinating and/or participating in conferences and trade shows to represent and promote the CCRD.
  • Monitoring, maintaining, and producing content for use on platforms including but not limited to: social media platforms, websites, videos, marketing materials, advertisements, op-eds, and advertorials.
  • Applying for or providing referrals to available funding programs; and
  • Performing other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Considerable knowledge of workforce planning, business planning and investment decision-making.
  • Ability to conduct economic and market research.
  • Ability to effectively manage economic development and other related planning processes.
  • Demonstrated business sales experience.
  • Proven ability to build relationships with Community Stakeholders.
  • Ability to create annual work plans that identify short and long-term goals, define work objectives, key performance indicators, and performance metrics; demonstrated project management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of research and statistical processes.
  • Exceptional ability to self-motivate and to function with minimum direction and supervision.
  • Advanced skills in facilitation, presentations, and public speaking.
  • Strong research, grant and report writing skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other CCRD employees.
  • Ability to deal courteously, tactfully, and diplomatically with members of the general public, community and special interest groups, and internal and external customers.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work within, and contribute to, a proactive team environment.
  • Ability to display independent initiative, judgment, creativity, and innovation in developing future solutions. Ability to facilitate problem resolution.
  • Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
  • Strong organizational, time management and project management skills.
  • Ability to manage social media platforms, engage and increase followers.
  • Demonstrated competence with various computer programs pertaining to the work.
  • Knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations, occupational hazards and safe work procedures as it relates to the position, including but not limited to bullying and harassment, working alone and other significant hazards.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education: A related bachelor’s degree or two-year diploma from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution.

Experience: A minimum of one year of related experience in an economic development role which includes the preparation and implementation of business, workforce development, and marketing plans.

  • Consideration may be given to an equivalent amount of education and experience.
  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license.
  • Eligible to work in Canada.

What the CCRD Offers:

  • Competitive salary, benefits, sick days, and pension.
  • Professional Development opportunities and training.
  • A compressed 4-day work week for 2024 (longer workdays with every Monday off).

Please apply for this opportunity by emailing a resume and cover letter to cao@ccrd.ca. The post will remain active until the role is filled.

Full-time Fingerjoint Production Workers

Division: Parallel Wood Products Ltd., Williams Lake, BC

 

FULL-TIME Positions: FINGERJOINT PRODUCTION WORKERS

 

Previous experience is not a requirement.

We provide COMPREHENSIVE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING

 

If you have always wanted to work in a mill but you did not apply because you thought previous experience was needed, please contact us by phone or drop off a resume. Previous experience is not a requirement. Selected applicants must be available for an in-person interview and legally able to work full-time in Canada. Regretfully, we do not cover re-location, or travel costs.

 

If you enjoy working as a production team member in a year-round indoor environment, and you pride yourself on producing a quality product in a safe and efficient manner, fingerjoint production positions at our Williams Lake finger joint mill may be for you. We are a COR Safe Certified Company, and our shift schedule provides a good balance between work and home life.

 

Starting Wage is $21.64/hr – with opportunities to quickly advance to a line position paying $22.62/hr. Once employees meet training & other requirements of the job, there are opportunities for positions with higher pay up to $27.09/hr.

 

Experience:  We will train you on the job. Experience is an asset but not a requirement.

Language Skills: Ability to work safely using the English Language.

Benefits: Eligible for extended health, dental, life insurance & other after probationary period

 

Job Overview

Responsibilities include production work such as handling and sorting trim blocks to separate and/or direct usable and unusable pieces, and general clean-up.

 

Successful applicants will have strong people skills, be safety and quality oriented and have good eye/hand co-ordination. The position involves lengthy periods of hand/arm/wrist use and standing, using conveyors, monitors, scanners, and ripsaws. Candidates will be physically able to complete the duties of production line work.

 

Resumes may be emailed to Lana by Email: lshields@p55group.com or dropped off at 250 Hodgson Road, Williams Lake, BC.

School District #49 – Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School Temporary Education Assistant

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School
Temporary Education Assistant 1 – 35 hours/week
February 19, 2025 to June 30, 2025
Internal/External

An individual is required to perform duties as an Education Assistant 1 at Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School. The daily schedule will be determined by the principal and may be varied if necessary to meet the needs of the school and students. Assignment may change depending on enrolment. A summary of the duties is available at the District Office.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
•Grade 12 Graduation
•Post-secondary training in education, special education, or in a related, helping profession field equal or equivalent to a one-year certificate and preferably Vancouver Island University Education Assistant and Community Support Certificate
•Proven success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with parents, teachers, coworkers and special needs students
•Ability to operate various types of special technologies and work with minimal supervision
•Valid B.C. Driver’s licence
•Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments
•Good organizational, interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
•Some knowledge of standard office equipment including personal computers for instructional use
OR an equivalent combination of training and experience

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
•Basic Emergency First Aid Certificate
•Keyboarding skills

This position is included in the Central Coast Non-Teaching Staff Association with a starting wage of $28.18 per hour. Please note that a starting wage of $25.81 will apply if the successful candidate does not have Education Assistant 1 qualifications. A successful Criminal Record Check must be completed prior to acceptance of employment.

Applications containing details of education, relevant experience and references are being accepted until 4PM on February 18, 2025 and should be submitted to: tmoren@sd49.ca

Mr. Barry Squires
Principal, Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary School
PO Bag 130
Hagensborg, BC V0T 1H0
Phone: (250) 982-2691 Fax: (250) 982-2319
Email: tmoren@sd49.ca

Only applicants Shortlisted will be contacted.

Foreman/Assistant Site Superintendent

We are looking for a local hard working, motivated and experienced individual to help us manage the Boitanio Mall renovation.

This is a full-time position and intended for someone with 5+ experience in construction. Supervisory experience is preferred. This is an expansive, complex project which requires careful coordination with various trades and agencies. We require someone to work with the Site Superintendent, the Project Manager, the CSO, and various trades on site to execute a plan that moves the project forward.

Required Skills:

  • 5+ years Construction Experience
  • Strong listening and communication skills
  • Ability to read and decipher Blueprints
  • Supervisory Experience- ability to manage a team
  • Strong attention to detail and information retention
  • Temperament to represent our company to trades and local businesses
  • Improvisation skills to finish a job despite unforeseen obstacles
  • Computer Skills are a bonus

Salary:

$70K-90K annually depending on experience

To apply, please email:

elvis@blackmapleconstruction.com

Community Health Nurse

Job Purpose:

The Community Health Nurse fulfills the responsibilities of the Community Health Nursing Program, providing educational and preventative services to the Saulteau First Nations (SFN) community. This position provides the community with effective services that contribute to and enhance the health and well-being of the SFN’s children, elders, and families.

Qualifications and Certifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
  • Licensed RN with 3-5 years health care experience in a hospital or clinic.
  • First Aid, CPR-C.
  • Experience nursing in a First Nations and rural community is an asset.
  • Emergency and triage training.
  • Diabetes and Management training.
  • Valid BC Driver’s License.
  • Experience in maternity and long-term care; pre/post natal certification is an asset.
  • Honest, trustworthy, respectful, and compassionate.
  • Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Ability to build trust, serve as a positive role model and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check.

Nuxalk Nation Nuslhiixwta Place of Treasures – Permanent Full Time Family Support Worker

Nuxalk Nation Nuslhiixwta Place of Treasures – Permanent Full Time Family Support Worker

Assets:

Experience working with families and children

Team player, take initiative, and self-reliant

Dedicated to taking a strength-based approach in servicing families and children

Open and Willing to learn on the job and receive feedback

Must work with others, in service of others

Position Summary:

The successful applicant will take a strengths-based approach to supporting families and children in growth, development and sense of belonging through home visits. The Worker will provide pregnant mothers and families with pre and post-natal care, promoting parent-child attachments, living a healthy lifestyle and increase families’ problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

  1. Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Nuxalk Nation’s Nuslhiixwta policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by Nuslhiixwta Program Manager.
  2. Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the administration of Nuslhiixwta’s Programs.
  3. Works under the direct supervision and reports to the Nuslhiixwta’s Program Manager

Duties:

1. Establishes trusting and nurturing relationships with families to enhance family functionality by providing regular supportive contact through home visits.

  1. Home visits to be family centered, including a strengths-based approach to strengthening families.
  2. Promotes and models positive parent-child interactions and increases families’ support system using community resources so they can see that they are advocates for themselves and their children, improving the family support system.
  3. Provides Prenatal information and guidance through knowledge about structure and function of the human body including diet and nutrition, fetal development, coping with discomforts, danger signals, signs of labor, labor support, and preparation for baby.
  4. Refers expectant mothers to understand the supports available including the Public Health Nurse, family physician, nutrition and lactation consultant, healthy lifestyles and community resources including providing referrals.
  5. Applies working knowledge secure parent/infant attachment strategies, healthy parent-child interactions, and child development to help client families develop positive parenting skills and reduce family stress.
  6. Establishes a plan with client families outlining goals, objectives, and activities to meet individual client family needs.
  7. Meets with the program manager regularly for supervision, discussion and planning how best to support client families in achieving their goals.
  8. Develops and maintains familiarity and knowledge of community resources and uses these appropriately to meet client family needs.
  9. Completes all necessary forms and reports accurately and in a timely fashion. Maintains client family records as per agency standards.
  10. Performs basic child development screens as per program requirements.
  11. Functions as an advocate with client family as needed, e.g. Attend community/ agency meetings with client, ensuring the client understands process and content of meetings, assists families with filling out necessary forms.
  12. Provides transportation to client families e.g. to and from Doctor’s appointments to community agency appointments and other events, if appropriate.
  13. Attending job-related training sessions and/or professional development, inter-agency case conferencing etc.
  14. Refers clients to appropriate service provider for help as defined by client including health care, D/A counselling, Nutrition, AIDP, ASCD, S/L, Breast feeding, and MCFD.
  15. Leads the following events/activities: luncheons, good food box.
  16. Participates and assists in Playtime, Baby and Me, community events including the Literacy Fair, Preschool Circus, Teddy Bear Picnic, Aboriginal Day, and other holiday events.
  17. Performs other duties as assigned by Program Manager.

Education/Training/Certification/Experience

  1. Grade 12 or equivalent
  2. Experience working with, or assisting, at risk children and families.
  3. An asset to have a degree in related human/social service field, Early Childhood Education or an equivalent combination of certifications, training and experience.

Personal Qualifications and Other Skills and Knowledge

  • Knowledge of Nuxalk Nation culture, values, customs, language and spirituality
  • Knowledge of health care needs of fetus/infant and mother, child development, healthy parent/guardian-child attachment and bonding, early intervention and assessment Highly ethical with strong confidentiality skills
  • Clean Criminal Record check
  • Valid Driver’s License

Please submit a cover letter and resume including references to Antoinette Hans, Nuslhiixwta Program

Manager or email to nuslhiixwta.pm@nuxalknation.ca or drop off at the office. Deadline: February 14, 2025

NUXALK NATION ELECTRIFICATION COORDINATOR

The Nuxalk Nation is seeking a dynamic, independent individual to assist us with an electrification/System Impact study for the Nation. This important position will oversee consultants to develop a comprehensive study tailored to understand the effects of heating electrification on the Bella Coola NIA. The coordinator will be expected to work closely with BC Hydro. The coordinator will work with the team and external bodies to create a study that will ensure that we understand where our grids vulnerabilities are and how to ensure safe, uninterrupted power to valley residents.

Competencies and Skills

-Must possess oral and written communication abilities

-High-functioning people skills

-Quality decision-making ability

-Analytical and critical thinking proficiency

-Problem solving acumen -Resilience

Educational Requirements

-Minimum grade 12 but post-secondary experience preferred particularly in a technical area -Strong preference for an individual who has experience with electricity and has working knowledge about how electricity works

What You Get

-Initially, this will be a one-year position as a contractor

-Hours of work will be 17.5 hours per week

-Wage will be $25-$30 per hour depending on qualifications and experience

-The position will primarily be remote in nature with necessary in-person meetings as required

Note: You must have a vehicle in good condition and a Class 5 driver’s licence.

To Apply and for Inquiries:

-Mr. Elijah Mechan, Interim Clean Energy Director

Nuxalk Nation

PO Box 65

817 Snuqaax Mnmnta,

Bella Coola, BC VOT 1 CO

Email: eliiah@nuxalknation.ca

Phone: 1 (236) 719-2063

This job posting will expire on 21st February at 12:00.

Nuxalk Nation Director of Health & Wellness

Director of Health & Wellness

Good Day! Come live, work and play in the beautiful Bella Coola Valley, one of the most gorgeous places on Earth. If you are an adventurous soul, this is an opportunity for you. Embrace the rich culture of the welcoming Nuxalk people. Hiking, fishing, rafting, exploring, photography, wildlife – we have it all.

Discover why the “Freedom Road” and the “Hill” have an exceptional story to tell. Our Valley has many cultural landmarks and storied areas of importance. This pristine Valley welcomes you to a place where great waterfalls abound and mighty rivers are home to all the Salmon species plus Steelhead, trout, and char. Come see a Grizzly. Make a home in a place where the mountains touch the sky.

This role delivers innovative, high-quality health and wellness services while being responsible for the strategic planning, development, and overall leadership of the Nuxalk Nation’s Department of Health & Wellness. This multi-faceted service area provides residential, in-community, and in-home support and one-on-one or group coaching, servicing the community in primary healthcare, home and community care, maternal/child health, health promotion, child and family services, mental health and wellness, family development, addictions, counselling, early childhood development, traditional medicines, youth services, complex care housing, and restorative justice.

Key roles and responsibilities

The duties listed are provided as examples of the area of responsibility and are not intended to create responsibility limits but to help understand the scope of the position.

Leadership

  • Strategically plan, organize, implement, maintain and evaluate Health & Wellness department services so that they are culturally relevant, safe and effective.
  • Provide hands-on involvement at all levels of service delivery; connect with the community and staff to be aware of service barriers, challenges, and successes.
  • Promote Nuxalk Nation concepts and traditions regarding wellness and healthy ways of being
  • Advocate for the health and wellness needs of the community
  • Coordinate intervention, directly or indirectly, in emergencies, trauma and crises
  • Promote a healthy lifestyle grounded in cultural traditions to health & wellness staff and community members
  • Act as a mentor and positive role model for staff and support the development of annual work plans

Compliance

  • Ensure programs and services comply with relevant regional and national legislation and organizational policy, processes and procedures.
  • Ensure reporting standards meet the requirements of funding bodies
  • Ensure reporting to CAO, Chief and Council is adequate and concise

Operations

  • Work and negotiate with local and regional partners to identify gaps in health & wellness services and develop, implement and evaluate new services designed to meet gaps.
  • Lead and provide day-to-day supervision of health & wellness staff, contractors and consultants
  • Foster a cooperative and collaborative working environment through team activities, personal leadership, including the management/resolution of conflicts and promoting lateral kindness.
  • Act as the staff and community’s “go-to person” for complex and unresolved health and wellness issues
  • Ensure Health & Wellness Emergency Management, preparedness planning and pandemic planning are in place and well communicated for the community served.
  • Identify and act on current and emerging community health and wellness priorities
  • Serve as a liaison, connector and convener between the community and its health & wellness system partners

Administration

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate culturally relevant and safe policies, processes, and procedures, including amendments as needed.
  • Ensure financial management of programs and services, including compliance with all financial accountabilities and funding requirements.
  • Manage the budget and financial reports of Health & Wellness programs and services, including efficient utilization of the funding.
  • Access and apply research and innovation to community health and wellness policies/programs.
  • Proactively build and nurture collaborative and respectful working relationships with First Nations in BC, health and wellness partners, and government agencies.
  • Utilize these relationships to assist Nuxalk in achieving its health and wellness goals and objectives
  • Ensure the CAO, Chief and Council have a base knowledge of community health and wellness issues; demonstrate and illuminate the value of health and wellness programs and services.
  • Create, implement, evaluate and monitor Nation-based community health and wellness plans, incorporating input from the community and other health system stakeholders.
  • Write official correspondence on behalf of Nuxalk as required
  • Acts as a signing officer and oversight for approval of all Health & Wellness expenditures
  • Proactively seek diverse funding sources to sustain health and wellness programs, including grants and funding opportunities.

Education

  • master’s degree in human services, Health Sciences or a related field
  • Willingness to complete the First Nations Health Directors Association Certification Program

Key Skills & abilities

  • Minimum five (5) years of recent and relevant leadership experience working in a First Nations health setting, including developing, implementing, delivering, monitoring, and evaluating health and wellness programs and services OR an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Demonstrate a true understanding of Nuxalk ways of knowing and being, the political, cultural, and spiritual protocols of the Nuxalk community.
  • In-depth knowledge of health/wellness challenges, relevant historical factors and trauma, e.g., residential schools, intergenerational trauma, colonization, , and opportunities specific to the communities served.
  • Demonstrate fluency, or willingness to learn, local Nuxalk language
  • Eagerness to develop solid and cooperative relationships with internal and external partners to foster understanding, collaboration and partnership.
  • Current knowledge of the First Nations health system in BC and the tripartite relationships between Canada, BC and the FNHA.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the Privacy Act and legislation applicable to the First Nations Health Departments, British Columbia’s Employment Standards Act, and other legislation.
  • Robust experience developing and maintaining departmental budgets by analyzing data, recognizing trends and patterns, and synthesizing financial data into meaningful terms.
  • Strong ability to contribute to the organization’s strategic performance, linking long-range vision and mission to daily work
  • A solid leader interested in developing individual and group goals, aligning goals with organizational objectives and building commitment from staff to this direction.
  • Knowledge of the services, structures, legislation, regulations and processes regarding First Nations health and wellness in BC, including on- and off-reserve jurisdiction issues and decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Travel to other related locations will be required
  • Respond to after-hours and emergency calls
  • Required to work some non-standard hours to attend meetings or events; extended hours are required
  • Operates under minimal supervision with limited direction and feedback

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Clean criminal records
  • Valid class 5 BC Driver’s
  • Own a vehicle in good operating condition and with appropriate vehicle insurance

WHAT YOU GET

  • A 35-hour work week; Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with a lunch Salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 per annum.
  • A generous benefit
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Closing Date: Open until position
  • For further information, please contact Hannah Jones se.assistant@nuxalknation.ca

School District #49 (Central Coast) Temporary Computer Technician 2 (8 hours/week) October 28, 2024 to June 30, 2025 Internal/External

Temporary Computer Technician 2 (8 hours/week)
October 28, 2024 to June 30, 2025
Internal/External

The Computer Technician 2 is responsible for the general maintenance and upgrading of the computers and servers at all facilities in
the School District as directed by the Computer Technician 1. Both the Computer Technician 1 and Computer Technician 2 are under
the supervision of the Secretary Treasurer/Designate.

Duties
• Repairs, maintains and configures School District computers and related equipment including the installation hardware and
software as a team or isolated worker
• Performs on-site repairs and preventative maintenance in the District schools and offices
• Notifies the Computer Technician 1 of any hardware and software problems that could require maintenance and or other
attention
• Maintains the Computer Technology Workshop area as a safe work environment
• Advises the Computer Technician 1 as to the status of the supplies of computer hardware, software and other relevant
materials in the workshop
• Maintains and records the work of this position in the School District work order system
• Contributes to maintaining an equipment and software inventory system and work order structure
• Performs all duties with a level of interpersonal skills appropriate to the position
• Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard
• Conducts all activities in compliance with District policies and workplace ethical standards
• May be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Computer Technician 1.

Required Qualifications
• Grade 12 education or the equivalent.
• Successful post secondary training in computer technology up to six months or equivalent.
• Proven certification in Microsoft products that meet or exceed the requirements of the job.
• Up to one year experience working with desktop and server computers in business, industry or a school district setting.
• Proven skills related to computer hardware, knowledge of all Windows based operating systems and knowledge of Microsoft
Office applications.
• Appropriate problem solving skills related to computer and software applications and the ability to understand and carry out
verbal and written instructions, including the interpretation of technical manuals.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and ability to use judgment when providing information.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communications skills.
• Valid BC drivers license in good standing.
• WHMIS certification.
• Willingness to upgrade skills on the job and be prepared to attend in-service training related to software or equipment when
so directed.
• Physically capable of performing the duties of the position.

This position is included in the Central Coast Non-Teaching Staff Association with a starting wage of $25.81 per hour. A successful
Criminal Record Check must be completed prior to acceptance of employment. This position will remain open until filled. Please
forward your resume to:
Jeanne Saulnier
Secretary Treasurer
PO Bag 130, Hagensborg, BC V0T 1H0
Phone: (250) 982-2691 Fax: (250) 982-2319
Email: tmoren@sd49.ca