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es A ( I + h I __1% The British Columbia Treaty Commission and negotiators from the Provincial and Federal Governments were traditionally Photo by Diane Morrison ,Alberni Valley Times welcomed by the Ditidaht Nation. HISTORIC FIRST MEETINGS TAKE PLACE BETWEEN TREATY COMMISSION AND NUU- CHAH -NULTH FIRST NATIONS -nulth Tribal Representatives Ditidaht Nation on Janu- the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal one to get to know each the Nuu -ci rah received 38 statements Council are a part of the of to negotiate from of the British Columbia ary 20th at the Opetch- Council at the Somass other. of intent Present from the Nuu- chah -nulth Nation First Nations in the prov- Treaty Commision were esaht Hall. They were Hall.This meeting were and were parties to the The Commission in Port Alberni on Janu- given a traditional wel- opened with a song by Treaty Commission ince. Barbara Land and Sea Declara- has a duty to convene an ary 20 & 21, where they come by the Ditidaht peo- the Tseshaht and Commissioners Lorne filed with the govern- initial of the par- met with representatives ple upon theirarrival.The Opetchesaht singers Fisher and tion meeting Also in 1979. 45 working of the federal and provin- Ditidaht gave the Treaty which was followed by the Greenaway. ment ties within To date the B.C. a state- cial governments ,and Commission a drum as a singing of the "Nuu -chah- present were the Chief days of receiving have with representatives from symbol of dignity and nulth" song. Negotiators for the gov- Treaty Commission ment of intent. First Nations who have respect and asked that The visitors were ernments -Mark Krasnick Continued on page 3 filed their statements of the Commission place it then welcomed by from the Province and fed- intent to negotiate trea- on the table during their Robert Thomas and Tom Molloy from the POSTAGE PAID IN PORT ALBERNI,B.C. Also ties. meetings. elder and hereditary eral government. RETURN POSTAGE GUARANTEED Three separate Later that day the chief from Tseshaht, and present were a number Second Class Mail Reg.No.3381 of support staff. meetings were held, in- Commission and govern- by Chief Councillor If undeliverable please return to: Chiefs and Coun- S1 historic first - ment representatives met Danny Watts from Ha- Shllth- Sa,P.O.Box 1383, cluding the 7 ever meeting between with representatives from Opetchesaht. cillors from the Nuu -chah- Port Albernl,B.C.,V9Y 7M2 were also the Treaty Commission the Kyuquot Nation who The purpose of nulth Nations filed their state- these initial meetings is present including two and the government rep- have also NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPERS DIVISION to provide the parties and representaives from resentatives with the Diti- ment of intention to nego- 395 ¡j Roy Jack WELLINGTON STREET daht Nation. tiate a treaty with the gov- the Commission with an Pacheenaht, Marvin McClurg. The OTTAWA ONTARIO The Treaty Com- ernments. opportunity to exchange and Tribe, al- K1A ON4 mission and government The following day information and also as Pacheenaht though not affiliated with 1 negotiators met with the a meeting was held with an opportunity for every- I) 2 Ha-Shllth -Sa. January 271994 Hashllth4.- January 27 1994 3 PAUL & JULIA Jack, Eleanor Charlie, Lion et the Nlmkish Treat- ing knowing I worked ra Ha-Shilth-Sa SMITH MaryCharlie,andGirelan ment Centre.Woros can- hard for It and it was well TREATY COMMISSION (Lillian Michael). and one not express how we felt worth It. This year my -CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Pu blip hed by the N uu- chah -nu lth Tdbal Cou n- MOM & DAD brother Henry Smith. that day Wesay the once daughter Allison also re- cit for distribution to the members of the 14 Nuu Mom was born to they felt within them- calved a scholarship, you for el- chah -nuhh First Natrons and to other Interested Thank Thomas andny Josephine selves and to us it was and we are very proud of ways being there for me The Treaty Com. as the Nuu -chan -nigh groups and individuals. Information and original John, December GREAT. They are excel- her. and my family. Thankyou mission's role in the ne. Nations move towards work contained in this newspaper may not be 19,1932. Shehadtwosis- lent role models and I On January for raising my oldest son got(ations is to be the treaty negotiations. reproduced without written permission from the tens, Mable John andono hope many follow their 12, 1994weinvited54fam- keeper of the process. There will have to be Nuu- Allan and giving him the chah -nulth Tribal Council, P.O. Box 1383,Port Cached Tom, and two example. fly and friends to help us They are neutral ,inde- consultation rigs,^ stability 01 family Alberni,B.C.,VOY 7M2. Phone (604)724 -5757. Fax a and brothers, (Simon) Vincent Jeff Mina celebrate our children's pendent facilitators in the thecommunitiesto inform letting him call you "Mom John (604)723 -0463. Printed aline Alberni Valley Times. and Michael Tom. success In school, to tell process. Thank you for To my brother the NUU Chah -nulth peo- Editor: Bob Soderlund. Subscriptions: $15.00 and Dad. Morn and Dad how we were, per Edgar, who is in the them proud The Chief Com- pie about the process being a great set January year. were married and to encourage them missioner. is parents to Allison and Nlmkish Treatment Can Charles J. and to determinewhat 8,1949, and had 13 chit- to also keep on doingg Connaghan,and Paul Jr. tre, Way to Boll Take it p Com. theyare looking for intheir Oran, B boys and 5 their best. missioners are for one dayat a time. Wear° Carole T. treaty negotiations. LETTERS Thank you our girlS.Oi youngest- On thisday, Allison halo always here if you need Corcoran, Douglas Prior to the actual when wecelebrated Henry, Gideon Doreen, received another name l C. Kelly, Dr. Lome treaty The Ha.Shilth -Sa will reprint letters from its Allison's Its -tulle. us. E. negotiations .First Tom, Vince, Willie, from JerryJack, Ho- palth- Greenaway, -t readers. All letters must be signed by the writer and And for all the and Nations will likely be ne. Audrey, Velma, If I had of your have the writer's address or phone number on it. Edgar, half he- ah- took, which means Barbara L. Fisher. weeding interim meas- s happy times I have of my We reserve the right to edit letters Clarence, Eddie, Jessie, strength, I would be one the universe. ÿ for There is a six urea agreements to pro - The Kyuquot First Nation met with the B.C. Treaty Commission in growing up years. woman. After eve- gramatical reasons ,clarity, brevity, and good taste. & Karen. They have 36 tough Encouragement stage negoat!ation prop- tact land and resources Pod Alberni on January 21aí for preliminary discussions odour We will not print letters But most of all for have been dealing with tribal or grandchildren and 11 rything you for our children Is very ass in place: in their traditional tereto- the treaty -making process. Seated (from left to right) ere Tom personal disputes. All opinions expressed In letters accepting me as me and great grandchildren. through, I'm so glad you Molloy,Chief Negotiator for the government of Canada, Matthew important, especially for 1) Filing a Statement of rids. This process has to the editor are those the and not (letting me learn from my of writer moss- Mom and Dad decided to ga. education, and every day Jack, GIS training- researcher for Kyuquet,Martha sadly Intent to negotiate a begun in the Clayoquot those of the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council or mistakes. Thank you made many sacrifices, Once again, "Way Tyreman,Kyuquot Councillor, Richard Leo, Kyuquot Chief Coun- It's member Nations. I remind them of this. treaty, Sound area and the pro- Mom and Dad. Hove you throughouttheir lives, and to golf" cillor, and Ron Frank, Kyuquot Forestry Advisor. Thank you to 2) Preparing for regatta- Uncial government has both. we fully appreciate all of To the NTC- Jerry, Beaulan, Kelly and lions and assessing been served notice that Re:Negotiation your wisdom. Now let me tell you what they did for us. Thank you ter acknowl- Janice for Your Words of readiness, the First Nations in the For me it was an about my Mom and Dad, On December edging my accomplish - encouragement for the Central Region 3) Negotiating a Frame - Barkley Soudareawant experience) probably will Dad was born to 9,1993 many friendsand moms in school. On No- Team(Nuu -chah- children, and to every- work Agreement, to proceed with interim witness again ever. This Francis and Jessie relatives went toAlenBay vember 28,1993 I ac- one who came to cel- nulth) 4) Negotiating an Agree- measures agreements is just a regaling, and II Smith, June 15,1928. He to help Mom and Dad cepted a $500.00 schol- ebrate their success with ment in Principle, immediately. knowweall will make Mal had 4 sisters, Agnes celebrate their comple- arship for my 2nd year In u5. 5) Negotiating a Final To date there has Firstly how fortu- first move with the right NITEP. 1: was agreatfeel- Valine Vincent Treaty, been no funding re- natecanaguyget ?!offer foot. LETTER OF THANKS 6) Implementing atreety. leased to do all the work a really special thanks to Thanks to all the acre It 15 the Treaty Hopefully this issue will Louie Frank Sr. &Council Government for your Before I begin, l'd thenkstc Chr!sJUles and the veggie peelers, Kleco -kleco tome Commission's job to de- be addressed soon. having the faith inmeand openness and having that like to our condo- servers and those I give Victor Hanson, Virginia. cooks; Kyuquot -Chick) esaht e dewhether or not a First Several of the First Na- trusttobepartoftheteam. bonding trust with each ences to the Lucas, Cathy, Cheryl and kids. whohelpedsetandclean Tribes for accepting me Nation and the other par- bons leaders also ad- And again on be- Other. I know our tribe Charleson, and Thomas To my Auntie Marion and up. as a member. ties have reached a dressed the concern that half of all the Chiefs) offer (Ahousat( will endevour families. Elmer Thompson, Kleco to the Sincerely, stage of readiness to mere be a level playing thanks, a million thanks, to work positively and get We would like to BerneeCtules.0oa Sam Ahousat singers and Della John andGllbert negotiate. field for all parties in- to Cliff Abed and Francis our New Begininglnproc- thank those people who your superb Chester. To the Kyuquot dancers for John Jr.,Gllbert John At the meeting at voiced in the negotia- Frank (Clayoquot) and ess. travelled from far and Tribe for making Items.. performances. Sr. ,Katar! John. with the NOOChah -nulth tons. our Central Region Co- Thanks to you all. near, on December 29th de for some people to Tribal Council the three The period of Chairman Mr. Nelson Edger Charlie & 30th,1993. Special come to Ahousat. eei44-4414a..4.414 aVeurga4reetee 4444 parties agreed that they treaty negotiations is Ott Kedah and your wife for Chief of Kelamaht Tribe thanks to Mr. & Mrs. To Lori Campbell would Ilea report of their ing to be an exciting time Gilbert John Sr. ,Clotiltla Also to the on to walk better roads. ht Tribe, welcomed the for helping us set up and state of readiness by for Nuu -chah -nulth peo- Robert Thomas, elder from the Teethe Gus, Nona & Eric Hesqulat people. Myy Thanks to Francis 6.C.Treaty Commission to it's meeting with the Nuu -chah -nuith clean up the gym. To all Marcel St. pie, butwill requ!rea lot of Rundquist, Mr. Mrs. heart goes alto all your a Margaret Amos. Kleco. Tribal Council on January 21st. 8 The Commission hard work,commitfinent, kids, membership in regard to Thankseverso much. I'm Dennis John and will then look at these re- and unity. Thank You loss of your people. really fortunate to have Mr.& Mrs. William Oscar, A ports and determine ItisatimethatNuu- HOUSE OF My heartfelt feel- relations like you two. Irvin, Mr. & Mrs. Paul Vin- where more work has chah -nulth people have I to l IMWITSA To ings thank the Hesqulat Hesquiahts, I pray Deadline Extended until February 24th, in or- qui- ahtFirstNationssays live people say that they cent Mr. & Mrs. Sam all my relations be done to reach a state lOOkedlorwad to forayer people (Amos Family), that all will have an Johnson, Tony Hanson, again with your support you a hundred years. The for Si going of der to give the parties a that they have been get- would support some log - Manor Am my families relatives. of readiness. Maggie Miller, Gideon wedidhaveagoodparty. excellent prosperous time has come! chance to go over the fi- ting a lot of cans and hay- Bing ln the area. Lucas- There Is a great Cayoqua Interim Mary Thanks to the Kyuquot Charlie yéarfor1994.HappyNew Hal draft andc00 for the First ing meetings with repro- Greenpeace is rte* Smith, Judy Lucas, Of Hey Partner! my knowing deal work to do Meant Hayes. Very special especially. Year to you all. I never Nations to consult with sentatives of the forest also campaigning for a II SPECIALIZING IN yaurbrother,areallywon- forget that I have roots, The tentative their membership on the industry and with the en- boycott of B.C. forest 1toowlllm es agreement that was NATIVE WEST dental man. Simon Lucas, your wife agreement. viro mental groups. products In Europe. COAST ART styles, In general, do not reached lead- THANK YOU him but all we can do is Julia and your Mom and between First NatonSlead. n He said that "the Premier Harcourt go unnoticed. Kleco! hang in there. We are left all your children. l ers 01 the Clayoquot ers have expressed a strategy of some of the is now ln Europe tocom- like My thanks also go (would to thank to encounter sufferings, Sound First Nation and concern that the legal environmental groups Is bat the campaign for a the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal out to family and friends Choo.Kleco. the Provicial Govern- limited editions * pottery problems, while our drafting is reducing their not the same as the post boycott. He is a erne - who helped me cel- WANTED Chief Edgar Charlie ' Councllforpresenting me loved ones have gone ment has now gone be- role from one of having ton of the Fist Noboru." vied by George Watts, with a Certificate of Ap. ebrate my 10th year of fore, for tech- basketry & masks silver & gold jewelry sawyers veto power lo one of an Some of the encl. former Chairman of the sobriety on Jan.7 /'94. It preclation and special The Kous Crisis Line new drafting. advisory role. nmental groups want to Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal was awonderful evening the two recognition for complet- When The First Nations preserve certain areas Council, Paul Pashnik, ,Tollno,B.C. ing enjoyed by all who at- is completed their 346 Campbell St. treatment at Kakawis If you're looking for Board sides negotiators were back In on their terms," said from the Ministry of For - tended. Thank you Paul In Decent- Next to Loft Restaurant Family Development negotiations Victoria onJanuary 26 to Frank. ests and Gerry Stoney, for putting forth the invite- not wearing a seat belt, Members & Volunteers. , hoped that an Centre in Dec. /93. ber it was m he government Greenpeace for President of the LWA Plane 725-2017 I feel it is really im- tens and setting up such what's stopping you? be agreement could about their concerns. example is still trying to Fax: 7252361' portant tor o arts to know a special dinner and Road Fl Please contact Mona Fournier signed in d- January. In the meantime ush the federal govern- their efforts to improve party. Setae Now the signing at 723 -8131. ,J Francis Frank,one of the I foraparklnClayo- family structures and life Peggy Keltlah Little Ikk date has been extended negotiators for the Tia-o- quoi Sound while the na- January 271994 1 Ha-ShIlih-Sa. He-Shilth-Sa, January 27 1994 5 NUU- CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL MEETING HESQUIAHT DELEGATION OFF ONE'S HEALING PROCESS The Nuu-chah- problems ln protocol be- person to their lives from the Tsow -tun- happen in the home, 'We Council: Both of their re- Recently a work- to me and new outlook on nulth Tribal Council met tween the NPC and one committee. Mr.Hillton le -rum Treatment Centre are too far rote the white quests were granted. Forgiveness TO NEW ZEALAND shop was held here at life. Does It give you for two days at the of the hosting First Na- promised togivethe NTC werepresentatthe meet- system-. fear of disclo- More information means the shedding of Mohr Mobs man for personal dons in Victoria. ing as dealing with the burdens that have roam Somass Hall , hosted by more information about at the request of the sure some abusers about the Business As- A delegation 01 seethi5 correction made. Lucas,as a representa- strained,tIa our insides to development? Does it one anger.Tle Meditator was the Tseshaht Tribe. The NTC decided the Foundation as it be Tseshaht Tribe. have post of power- sociation Is contained in Chiefs and Elders from The Hesquiahts rive of their tribe, Band oral Anendancewas the stress levels that have a placei In the Thefirstday of the toanangea meeting with comes available. Making a prosee- ie. Chlefs,elders, cultural. a separate article in this the Hesquiaht Tribe are will be bringing othergifts Manager Victor Amos, nominal. During mybreak have caused the ulcers process of the healing meeting was spent with the Commonwealth Willard Gallic, Moon about their sexual Another - paper. and the cancers that of our ation? Think embarking on a journey that are not sacred with who will coordinate the Idropped in to listen, par- thet B.C. Treaty Commis- Games organizers to Chairman of the NTC abuse treatment pro- ton was madetotheNTC. The meeting con- have torn our otoea about rIL.' to New Zealand to meet them to exchange. trip, and Tim Paul, as a Impale, and of course decide the Tribal Cour- Regionalized Task gram were by Dr. Jay Powell, a con. apart and them- sionandnegotiatorstrom Charles tinued unbinearly6:copm, with the Maori people. The Hesquiaht representative of the Roy Helvuole 2/90 offer m two bits worth. I cil's participation in the Force made a request McLaughlin, sultant to the NTC Lan - Y Mrs of the Provincial and Fed- Yvonne when the Council de- In 1990 the people that are going on NTC. Monica Paul ana spoke about the healing this world ay from eral Governments. Games. The NTC is , in thatthe NTC hostawork- Rigsby, and JohnJones. guage Program and Pled to call it a day. Hesquiahts went to New the trip have been meet- Iris Thompson will ac- process and staled that love, snaring, caring The above article on liesttond day noway, oylrgloreslndpr shops plan and prepare John,acounsellor Caroline Little, who has Among the Zealand to take part Ie ing every week to make company their spouses part of my healing Iel and healing- to levels certainly puts a perma- the Tribal Council re- Stopany Nuu- chah -nulth for the future treaty nego- at the Centre, said that in worked on transcribing agenda items that will be the opening and closing preparations for their re- and Bob Coder und from eluded the forgiving of of apathy, deapalr and none stamp of approval turned toitsreguler busi- individuals in Nations. The NTC set a their program they have Nuu- chah -nu lan- carried Centime. It over until the next ceremonies of the Com- turn to New Zealand. Ha- Shilth -Secant bethero my perpetrator, Iretantut lack of dignity to and- on the approachitook to ness, but because of ingintheCommonwealth date of February 25 026 elders and other re- guage. meeting were: Education, state of monwealth Games. At They have also to report on the proceed - the facilitator bulled out cone depend- completely heal myself. some lengthydiscussion Games, but will be mak- fora meeting to discuss source people like ppe Dr. Powell asked mental health planning, epee instead of inter. this Orne a totem pole met with several other ings. The group also that she disagreed with However, l also stated at ing onsomeof only a decision on the treaty- making issues. carriers and psycholo- theNTCtoreaffirmcon- Economic Develop- dependency that can meeting you carved by Tim Paul and Nuu- chah-nullh Chiefs asked Nelson Kedah to me. It has always been that each part of the agenda was NTCS participation,par- Chief Maquinna from gists come in to their nation of part 2 of the ment- Forgivable Loans, for three other carvers, Art andedorsand they have jointhemasarepresenta- my understanding (thee take you covered. ticipetion, particularly in Mowachaht offered to sessions.They work on program. The money a possible purchase of ine Forgiven has Tho m p so n , P at heel is beat for you but rick received a lot of advice five of the NTC but unfor- sayatthebegining ine the power to release, Tne that the opening and closing host the meeting in Gold denial and they offer cul- in place todo more work Nuu -chah- nuith baskets, Amos and Kevin from hcemochOwhe workshop) e, always respecting but tunately he had prior tjud ore to soothe to heal, to ¡ was discussed was the cermonieo. River. tural and spiritual A motion of support for Personnel Committee Cramner,wasraiseddur - arty conduct the ea- containments. not there to judge, con- reuniteento and to mere- other in how she has dealt Nuu -chah -nulth tribal Mr. Tare Hilltop The Hesquiaht wellnesstotheolfenders. the language program Report,Tra!ning for As- ing the closing ceremo- change of gifts. The Hesquiaht gems, point fingers, or ate, with her healing process. made a presentation to The program runs for Infant Develop- Council's participation in Tribe requested support 18 was passed along with scent nies of the games. The Hesquiaht delegation received the gossip disclosure we nave the strengths My 1994 wish for .the 94 Commonwealth the NTC on the Alberni for their trip to New lea. weeks and they wear.- authority to compete the mentWorkersAbariginal The pole was later people want to put this moral and financial sup - moments made to the from our grendiethera all Nuu- chahmulth Sis- Games. Valley Community Foun- land to recover endyin their third 18 week langauge program. Health Copuncil, Com- some of raised at It's permanent unfortunate incident be- portoftheNuuchah -nulth group. We share, feel, of the peat in their fers Is that you take the not Baton. Tnenewrytormed their Chiefs' regalia program. munityand Human Serv- rig of tergive- The NTC has that The Nuu -chah- site at the Awataha hind them. Although they Tribal Council attheir re- Cry, have compassion, necessary steps to re- foundation supports ac- was given There was a ices Board, possible pur- oust been taking crank meet- to the Maoris ninth Business Associa- Marae, a Maori meeting went to New Zealand in cent meeting, as well as end gain an understand- gain your dignity, self in Albami chase of with' nue. aorta Val- , ings with the Common- tivities the in 1990. They received lengthydiscussion on the fion , a 'group of busi- translating place,and the pole was 1990 esteem, go and achieve with nothing but some generous support ing of each other within your hurts won t you- It wealth Games and Na- ley and outlying commu- both moral and finacial 90orabautsexualabuse. nessesonthewestcoast, equipement,Wit Wog intentions. presented to the Maori good to cre- from several of the Nuu - the group. Many of you enacts others. B la not those goals you have miss. through moral and supportfromtheNTCand Some of the concerns Cultural Association, rive Participation made a request to use people as a gift from the ate goodwill and under- chah -nulth tribes. leave the meetingmeelrng feel- yours to be judgeman- ION WtO&. Each of us is financial support They expressed included not Kakawa funding request, Committee(NPC) for the from the Nuu-hah -nulth the name "NUU -chah- Nuu -ohah -nulth people standing between the They would like to ing better about yourself tal. The laws of the an asset to our family, are requesting that the enough programs for the and Life Skills budget. last several months as Tribes. nulth"andtogetaletterof and the people of British Nuu- chah -nulth and the thank the NTC, and certainly have a *meter are Imprinted community and our na- Nuuchah- nulthappenta represent.- victims, changes must there has been some Three support from the Tribal' Columbia. Maoris, the result has Ahousat,Tla- o-qui-uht, brighter outlook on your on our heeds. Forgive- lions and we have the H Is time. The Hesquiahts been e lot of finger- point- Ditidaht, Ehattesaht, life. r strengthandpowortonOt Anger, reeemmant, ba ing and for in only overcome D..: :. ee, fed the Maori grief those Mowachaht, Nuchatlaht, Tne Task Force al. oreser Because my trnhsys My Is volved. and their fi- I teed. other dream Urban Task Force Reports Back to Nuu -chah -nulth People meMberS reCOm- people with some of their Ucluelet for memory iS very keen nose will subside Heel, y to have an All Nuu -chah- mended theta workshop Chiefs' headdresses, AslherNTC Con. nancial support. Also recalled an article in the ing and and accept- ninth Women's Confer- The NTC Region- has scheduled meetings February 9 8 10 at the Mood Task Force and January 18th Willard Gal- be held in the near future masks, and ladles. Later tral Co-chairman Nelson thanks to the Chiefs and Ha- SsI11h -Se which ante will follow for - anteence (Mother-Daughter- allied Task Force has in Nana mo and Part Friendship Center.. NTC Land & Sea Claims lictoldthe Nuuchah -ninth to deal with all issues in- they found out that they Keaahsad atone°, their elders for their encour- spoke on forgiving. Yes! arcane" to be the Granddaughter- Sisters. been conducting meet Alberni. The Task Force Researchers Darrel in attendance that the cludingthetreaty- making had made a mistake In meetings, "thiswesdone agement and advice. IfourditintheMarch1990 channel and moans end of new Aunts -Nieces -Cousins) legsinJanuarywithNuu- The Nanaimo met with Nuu- chah -ninth Ross, Jerry Jack and NTC accepted their nec- process and self govern- presenting these items in good faith, there was The delegation edition, written by our rieheaa Ilse. Forgive -It Is our for three days, here at chah- nulth people in the meetings are tentatively people in Victoria on JeckLittle.Also in attend- ommendatlone. ment, so that all Nuu - as gifts to the Maoris nobadintentonanyone's will be returning home on eder Roy Heaps jver teaching. Bahr -Mahe Interested? urban centers. scheduled for February January ITS 18. ance was the NTC mem- chah- nulthpeoplegetthe The reason for the part." February 11th with their batim). One of the recom- It is time to forget the Let's go for it i Lets get In 1993 the Task 78 Bat the Tilldum Haus. Attending from the bership clerk Rosie Lit- mendations was opportunity to have input return trip is to recover The delegation Chiefs' regalia. FORGIVENESS that the shadows of the past, the In our Force ie The Pon Alberni meet- their ceremonial leaves Vancouver on Sometime after wheels going held hearings NTC were Willard Gallic, tie. Nuu- chah- into these processes. Chiefs' "Today, I am wonder on the nulthpeoplein and rather lows and We Will to ings are scheduled for and to 28th. Going on their return the cOmmu jas the urban centers find Chairman of the Region- At the meeting on urban centres form a " Without your in- headdresses January Ing if fans enefo can sunshine of the future home. They the trip are Hesquiahts will be host - be the answer for the Be Successful! out the concerns of the Communication Council, put nothing could hap - bring them In pour children and panof their ills of our nation and Nuu- chah nuith regard to work together with the pen," Willard said at the are doing this with the eareditaryChiefs Mike Meanest as grandchildren. Today, ing the treaty- making blessing of the Maori Tom and Pat Chanson, healing process and to the healing of our Nuu a need to conserve Yaanoex Nuu -shah -ninth Tribal meeting. "When its di- 1.17.94 process, NTC for their chah -ninth Nation, all our energies for the programs Council. Each urban testy from the people it peopleand they are sup- elders FrancisAmosand thank everyone I feel that only In the struggles of our nation and other concerns. has more ported by the Nuu -ohah- Charlie Lucas, Chief hatpin getting back their Communication Council meaning" completion of healing to make Ills better for A set of recom- Councillor Richard Chiefs' belongings. could then elect a repro- Some of the con- nulth Tribes who want to can sm find the all. Think about the endations was drafted sanative to attend NTC terns expressed bypeo strengths for ovary place of forgiveness In from these concerns and meetings and to act as a pie at the meeting in from the ills we have your life, Will a shape presented to the Nuu. y`w lesson. The Urban Com- eluded tack ofgeedrolls Speaking Out About Abuse suffered in the past, new attitudes for you fo Annual As- coud cat ion Councils ing, economic develop- amble for Tribal Dear Sher ingpeopleoutthere, Your IT. the `J could also invite NTC ment and loss of culture. All JYl' I am a mother of children don't have to be Let these people Council's approval. of -- Program At the end of the staff to their the recommendations! four girls and two years afraid Theyshould know know that you will not meetings to deal with meeting Jack Little a way to help batherel«Inem and mat ago our lives changed, thatyouwllhelpthem and stand for it don't let this Areminderthatt's goatee were approved by the 1 concerns such as Social thanked the volunteers normal your feeling to yourself and your chit' this marl will never have NTC. we found out that three of understand that 28ntther abuse rayee. l know Ms 1 ' Programs. who prepared Me meal unn help. with them my girls my girls were fault and that things get hard, God Wow its tam. want revenge to harm the Oren wttk..- anything to do Then In 1994 the Willard Charleson and says that -Verna really hard, It abuser. Remember selling for you and your ever. Task Force went on the molested by a family better once you get help. but can be "you could call it an ex- Rose Chester. these are lust feelings, children. Be strong, be They are very road again to update the member. Things will never be the stopped. We all like to tension of all our our NTC On behalf of the very very song fewags. loving, strong and now carry on Nuu -chah-ninth people I'm writing this let- same but get better, you Mink no, not our kids, no Programs to include all Nuu- chah- nulihpeople in way. inarswnal iIhosgnl Believe melwentthrough beheld, make aclange very normal lives. They about the recommends- ter inhopes to help any will become stronger, as condo., Nuu- I for the better, chah -nulth people, attendance, Phillip I a change more l_I I even thought it was my that even thought was are just tons and about recent other mothers out there, I have. on -reserve George thanked Rosie it and yes, I'm very,very and in the I know it going crazy butfound out you're worth thanothers. in to tell them its ok to talk There is a lot of fault but now developments the The Nuu -ohah -nulth Urban Task Force Is continuing with their urban centres. Little for attending and handle it % proud They are wasn't my fault. The I wasn't, Ins normal. you can of them. treaty- making process. meetings In Victoria and other urban centres to keep Nuu -chah- Moult There is a lot of very sick people out " It doesn't matter thanked the Task Force should That's the differ- My girls and I are the best. The Task Force nulth people informed about the treaty making process. Follow- help out there;eg. Wom- thereandmostofthetime abuser takes and where we're living, members" for all the in- take all of the blame, so once between me and a doing well. They still talk has held meetings in ing the meeting the people had a meal together, including Jack en's Centre, Health Can. theabuserisn'tastranger Willard formation, which was at theyre Thanks for listening. Little, NTC Land 8 sea Claims told the people in don't blame yourself. criminal. I won't carry about and sure, I Researcher and Hudson and acs, churches, or anyone butsomeoneyouknow.lf Campbell River, Van - Hope it helps, Janet Webster and Victoria, "we're Nuu - greatly needed." These people will pay for these feelings out, they still scared. I always re- family. who listen . There Louver and Victoria and will are you even suspect of any Gloria Fred Chah- nuithflrst. will. Use these feelings In' mind them I will always caring and understand- this gong on REPORT their crime, January 1994 6 He- Shllth -Se, 27 rye -Shllth -5a January 27 tags 7 body fluids and a very healthy but others will hugging,hendshaking, or quick death. There are crease. y` contagious.. When these become Infected asexual sneezing. Infection ¡spr¡- many more infections (B) women are nearly ELK HARVEST DISTRIBUTED TO KYUQUOT FAMILIES fluids enter the blood- contact is made without manly from sexual can- which are also deadly. eighteen times more While the media some pens of nine elk Richard Leoandthe B.C. quot Traditional Territory "The Band's elk and provincial govern. stream of a healthy per- protection., . tact and drug users who The only way to prevent likely to be Infected by a hunters the banks Wildlife officials the Kyu on a rotating basis." management strategies meets, there will be elk son also enters. The use contaminated male partner than and nonnative were found on Meet. Only way to nee AIDS is to actively pro- sexual left to hunt and observe are lumping all over re- dine knish River. Wild- quot/CheckleeahtNation Wewonttake elk were presented to Dan There is a popuar The virus is passed into know If there is an infer- dies. tact yourself by using we a versa ports of the killing of pan life officials have now has Issued a press re- fromtheArltshforanother Dwyer and Doug Jane of no inure genea...1W misconception that Only the blood of a healthy lion a to fake the AIDS HIV ( human condomsand learn more Larry Fells elk herdintheArtlish confirmed that eight elk lease outlining some of 4 to 5 years,, longer If the B.C. Environment at said. high -risk groups such as person through tiny rips, antibody test Some peo- Immunodeficiency virus) about sale sex. of an in the were killed and that all the reasons for the hunt. necessary. The meat the meeting. " We are Richard Leo told gay people get AIDS. tears, abrasions, and who feel they nave ea slow acting virus that In a series of 4 River Watershed roe Do not be fooled i from the to have the the Ha- ShilthSathatthe¡r on sexuallyII tranamklea beginning of January, the edible portions of the In the release, huntwasdishib- prepared The fact is everyone Hat punctures H the healthy been Infected by an HIV is believed to be the main about what your partner from Richard Leo says tiled among 25 families wildlife service cooper. people haven't hunted way to person's skin. Once you diseases. B.C. Wildlife officials animals were taken Chief risk and the only Poetica partner the night Cause of AIDS (acquired - says about their sex life, have met with the Kyu- the scene. that "an annual elk hunt ie of our village. With the ate with us in managing very hard In the last few prevent infection is to get the virus it is there for before go for testing lm- immune deficiency syn- researchshowsthatmost Author. Larry Fallé is the it meleare sufficient economic situation the the wildlife in our Terri- years because they had individual be. Iife,thereisnocure.Once (frome). quot Band to discuss Following a meet- held consider medately and tnetestw¡II With full blown P eo P le lie when It comes certified rate STO....ca. situation. ing on January 23rd be- numbers to sustain the way it is, traditional food tory; Loosed." Our peo- a high employment and to practice in the body the virus may show up negative. That AIDS a form ofhich to talking about their sex- tor and doctorate Early reportsofthe (wean the Kyuquot nerds. The hunt is held in sources are especially ple have generations of in their community. 'But safe sex techniques, attack the immune sys- is because it takes time nia develops which will ual history. abate In Human sale. that Band's Chief Councillor different pans or the Kyu- important," he said knowledge about the elk last year was a bad year AIDSisavirusthatat - tem right away or it may for the virus to show itself destroy alley. Incident stated eventually the The more part herds and spend much for fishing and we have tacks and weakens the live in the body for years in the immune system At lungs and the person ners, the the risk Address: greater moreomenMe area Mall only 50% employed right immune system so that before the symptoms takes approximately six dies In some cases a of getting STDS and P.D.BO5 2414, Vancouver,B.C. NUU- CHAH -NULTH BUSINESS the B.C.. Wildlife Service, now compared to 90% a the body can no longer appear. When a virus is months after sexual con- patient will develop a AIDS. V6B 3W7 with its limited sarong.. year ago.' flghfofl infectious germs present with no symp- tact before the virus can end olcancer on the skin Important facts: Pegem1-e]8 -5]09 able to do." He says tat un- Infected people Positive) the be detected. You can not which well work ASSOCIATION BASED IN TOFINO toms (HIV itself in- (A) heterosexual trans- Leo said that re- employmenthasgoneup person carry the virus in their can remain getAlDSfromtoiletseets, side the body ending In a mission is on the In ices, advert¡singand pro- Whaler- JOe,Carl,& Ron A number of Nuu- Banks , the NBA's Coon- source management a because of the cutback Martin, Cougar Island- chah -nulth businesses dlnator, and Director motional benefits, busi- very high on the Band's ingovernmentprograms. Thomas,John have recently formed an Thomas Curley. ness advice and save on Felix agenda for Treaty nego- "Our social assist- Taxi -John association to assist They explained expenses through cost- Tom's Water OBbons and win be the once has gone up tom. Tom,UCluthCorpora0On- them in operating suc- the goals and objectives sharing. focus of interim meal pared to the last couple En- WITH LOVE which So far the bust Vi Mundy, Maccan s agreements. " We of years and a lot more DISCIPLINE were allowed to make excellent story tellers These stories and cessfully, of the association nasses that have joined terprises -Bert Mack, and are prepared to discuss people by Men. lareca taughttheirchildrenbyliv- Nuu- chah -nulth belief. other lessons told Members of the Meknes' to establish a are hunting deer mistakes. The parents, and they knew that chit were Lillian senior Imam Development ing met with the business service center the asociaron are all lo- Du Our Gallery- an interim measure with and elk ," he sad what they preached, Children act as their par. uncles,aunts, and elders dren loved stories. It was over, and over again. association Worker in Mack. Service to using logical cone. eats act, not as their par. Repetition was very im- Nuu -chah -nulth tribal that will offer accessible dated the Tofino- the Wildlife Another factor to I was able to gate would talk to a child after a positive way to teach has 22nd, day today support to the Del uelet area Including Ursa, Banka ensure thatwhenwehuea consider for theincrease peek at the book being quences, telling stories, ants say If parents vela he madea mistake. They children. portanttoNuu- ohah -nulth Council onJanuary outlying communities of been hired to coordinate settled our Land and Sea isolation and and repeating lessons lot at each other and to history. The Nuu -chah- tO Seek a letter of support Nuuchah -nulth business in huntng Is developed by Wilma would discuss this with In today's worlds. day the use of membersinalltheir Initia- AhousatOpitsat, and Hot the day to operations Treaty with the federal the high cost of store- Ke¡tlah,Alithesavingsot overandaveraga¡n.This their children, then the him. Point out why things children don't often sit. nulthhadamazing memo - and to request Springs Cove, however of the association. In the In Kyuquot. - lives , to establish and bought food our First People. This is a demonstrated love and children will yell a lot at happened tratway.They still for long stories. They ries. Speakers would in- the name "Nuu -chah maintainsueeesstulbusi- the Association's goals future a Nuu -Chah -nulth respect for children by eachother, nomatterwhat would repeat- nulth" for their associa- b00keb0utrhe teachings then repeat this are used to TV or troduceguests by will be trained to being firm and gentle. nasses, and offer em- are to cater to all Nuu- person of NUU -chah -ninth Elders. the parents say. If par. lessontothechildatother Nintendo, with ing all the names of their tien, lots of ac- opportunities chah- nulthbusinesseson take over this position. To Esther& Wayne It has Many valuable le5- Tier showed how ants. talk gently to each times, especially during ancestors. from The representa- ployment ,you're an ton andcolorfulpre s ten gen. the coast. The 'association Robinson &family Wayne rn toad by doing what they successful in WthntheNuu Ohah -nulth - son, itendlwilfdsvuss. other and their children, meals In today's woad It Thisiswhere eratonsback Nuuchah- tees were excellent cook no matter 5torybCtu0oks community. The founding has received funding ofAhousat what they said aboutdis- Preached. They be- their kdswilldothesame be difficult to do the nulth tldnotdevelopwrit- both of their requests and what you cook it's always can help Research The association members of the through an NEDC elySee. !laved that modelling Logical conse- because so much e ing never they will now be formally A thank you will a really good meal. showsthatwhen children because they are loan ABDP grant and wasa powerful tool for quences knawnesthe "Nuuchah- was incorporated as a ton proud of Discipline was were atradi- pacing and families are are read needed it. They remem- to °Stab. never be enough in the l'm really to, they become non -prof it society in De- Hot Stings Adventures CEIC subsidy seen as a way to teach learning. Modern sci- t ¡anal way of teaching not always around for bared. This memory was nulth Business Assoc'. way you reseed rne.Jun what your mother (my better listeners and de- camber 1993. -Hesqu¡aht Band, House lishandmaintainaserv- enceconflrmsthisancient responsibility. tion." I cousin) has taught you to children to be respond- Children support veep an interest in read- developed through rep - and to hire me about everytime come Making a pesen The members of Himwitsa -Cathy 8 .centre I so he The Nuuchah -nulth The modern way ing. There are a lot of etitoe Children often ton- coordinator. home a dinner is ready. be generous talion on behalf of the pay aloe to join the Lewis George, Day- of using the traditional good story books in the getwha:meyaretold, and In the beginnirgd really really appreciate Choo.Kieco association at the NTC cation and in return they break Charters- Thomas Chief Edger Charlie consequences is to: t) local library and parents raedfebenMnirdad. The March t e Nuuc -chah- y0urthoughtlulness.se meeting were Ursala receive booking serv- C u r I ey , CI a y oq u ot explain to the child what can find ones about car- Nuu -chah- nuith knew TVs nulth Baroness Associa- It almost seems Happy New Year RESIDENTIAL you expect, 2) give one tain lessons they want to and were very patent with bon will move into the new I've stepped in my dads SCHOOL warning, 3) to my relative Corby and follow teach their children. their Children. They re- Himwitsa Complex , lo- shoes in theway you had and your through. Tell your child Books also make great minded their children of cated by the main gov- respect for my dad. George &Linda families. Have a goad CONFERENCE what you want him to do, gifts at birthdays and lessons learned and al- emment wharf In Torino. For the rest of my one Corby. Thanks for this is the time for expla- Christmas. The more you ways told their children T eyhavea North life I will always remem- support March 15,16,17,&18,1994 nations. If he doesn't lis- read to your children the what they expected from American toll -free tel ber you of knowing who I your Ch00, Kleco. Edgar ten to you, give him a more they will listen. them. This way children ephone umber which is am. l really loveyour kids. ten,ni ng." If ygydan't lis- Whenohildrenleamtolis- knew how to act. It was 1 First United Church L, 1 -800 -665 -9425. ten. you will go to your ten they become inter - part of their daily life. Church St. room." This is where the ested in oral stories. Tra- It always gives me responsibility Ta- -sim & Anadtokwis Port Alberni ¡sputonthe Mona' Nuu- chah -nulth great pleasure to 'ream wini child by using the words stories are wonderful for about traditional Nuu Ron & Judy Martin "you. " Ifthechildstill does teaching because they chah -nulth beliefs. I am not listen, then put him in The committee is looking for input towards play onto means im- amazed at how knowl- an invitation to his room for 5 minutes. agination. edgeable the Nuuchah- are extending a Provincial and National Conference and a No more warnings orex- Children love to eulihwereeboutchildren. our friends and relatives to the, Nuuchah -nulth direction on where to go. plenatons. It isme child's pretend. It is a valuable They were respectful of i naming ceremony for our daughter choice to go to his room way for them to learn, children and disciplined It anyone has photos they'd like to because he decided not Children use their Image them withlove.Theseere share, the !r' committee would like to have to listen. nation to learn and look thingsthatthe Mah -Maht- Courteney Gabrielle Martha Martin copies as soon as possible, tora collage. Stories were used at the world in a different Ly had to research to find to stress the points family The -nulth way. Childrenlovetohear out Nuuchah The Nuu -chah -nulth Business Association met with the Nuu on SATURDAY, MARCH 5,1994 Further details and the agenda will be forthcoming members wanted to hadalwayswatchedthe¡r Some of the mem- stories about animals. cheh-nulth Tribal Council on January 22nd. 12 Noon make. This was one of Traditional stones used childrentolearnwhatwas of the NBA one from loll to right: Joe Martin (Clayyoquot Contact people: Dab Foecroet, Ron bers the most beautiful tech- this love for fantasy by natural, and then taught Whaler), Felix Thomas and Eileen Sulherlend(Couger Island MAHT MARS GYMNASIUM e.multeu, parlay setta, eda Tom Mills, Charlie piques the Nuu -chah- teaChinglessonalhr0ugh the children what they Water T.alb. sit y Lucas (Hot Springs Adventures) Thompson, Simon Read, Charlie Corporation), and PORT ALBERNI,B.C. Coot.. ninth used in discipline. series of inereven. mink, knew. This was the way Curley(Daybreak Chertera),VI Mundy(Ualuth TheNUU- Chah- nulthwene and other creatures. of the Nuuchah- nulth. Ornate Banke,NBA Coordinator.) a H &-Shilth -Sa. January 27.1994 rya- shllth -Se. January 07 lag 9 Ten Complete Life Skills Training LUCY'S STORY her children. After Lucys Belated grandmother shared this Birthday Wishes The Department grew up in a variety of intormabenwith Lucy, eh¢ On December and learned included the guest speaker. Wewoukl llkatowish of Jets FamilyandCmn- different foster homes began looking for her 16th a graduation cel- attentive behaviours, Eileen Tatoosh Nissan happy birthday undo Justice Services and lived in an orphan - mother but with no luck. e ebration was held for 10 role playing (job inter- gave the student's re- Dec. 4th. Inc. of the Mess Society age for ten years. During Recently, Lucy's step- people who competed views). doing spouse and Jean Happy birthday to of lo- had contact mother told her that Lena the Life Skills Training in resumes,conironting and Thomas was the Saskatchewan, thistimethey gaggle Gus Dec 6. cared in Saskatoon. with'heirfalherand even - had called her father two Happy Iran binhday Pon Alberni. confiding. and building valedictorian. Thank s Sask. began a program wally left the orphanage years ago looking 'or to Richard Samar Dec. 7. The graduates self esteem. you's and ecknowledg- called Mobs Family Con- to live with him and his Ken, Ron and Lucy but Happy laic birthday were Regina Amos, Au- " You stop the meets were made by to Hank Gus on Dec 21. gust Dick. Tim George, neaten last March. The new wife. Lucy and her That he had refused toter' world and look at your. Judy Joseph ., Jean Happy birthday to Lisa goal of this program ini- step -mother did not have Lena where they were. Margaret Jacob, sell and your belay. Thomas and Margaret James Mary Dec 15. tally was 10 reconnect a good relationship, so This information again Jame', . Robinson. Eileen tours,- Tat said Jacob. Happy binhday to carton, permanent wares Lucy returned to live in Imtateda search by Lucy Tatoosh, Jean Thomas, He explains That EtC The Life Skills of the Minister of Social foster care until she was for her mother Lena. NeeswrdBradkyCharbng and Karen Webster. people eon be any one MHappy anniversary coaches and students eighteen. When Lucy The group started Services with family came locO B Doug Robinson n of three types of beta- monk the following peo- Nessie Vissia from the OpetohesahtBand and Bradley with 16 people but 6 members and/or with Over the years, to us, she was desperate Dec, 20. Icurs...tI selfish deter- pie and organizations Charting from Campbellton, New Brunswick, ex- for various their home communities. Lucy leftávadehy of emir- LorelpinhersearChfor Happy anniversary w dropped out mined, who are very who helped make this changed wedding vows on December 27,1993. Terry reasons. Throughout the past sec- tons and feelings about Lucy shared onto tha Cody &Auntie tiler- eggresive people, ma- program Stephen officiated the double -tin g ceremony at the possible: months we her mother. She experi- us what information the Dec. 21. The co- coaches putative Oral lave and a Tseshaht Band Council, her From Duck/ Oaken edam- Oat earl Band Hall. The MOB'S sister Coleeg . for the 16 weeks Plan- meto real. there are anted emotionsolanner, she knew about olamer who will step on Opetgheseht Band Coun- eaone iIy Vissia was the maid- of-honour and her brother, Greg ing were Bill Farley and many adults who also hate, rejection and purl. mother. Aftertem, anyone's toes tO -chah -ninth Tribal Vissia was me best man. Three year old Chelsea genie& cil,Nuu want to be reconnected Lacy at times fantasized calls and letters, we lo- Edward "Tar Tatoosh. own way. 2) other deter- CeunciiMinisiryotSOdal Special 43rd arm Vissia was the dug -bearer. Approximately sixty family with their families These about her mother won toted Lena in Alberta_ rsary Tat says that "this mined, who are very low to our grandpa, members and friends attended this noway wedding. Services. ea-ho -payuk during what she looked Lena was overwhelmed group was really,really adults were at one time ants. Reg & Phyllis Gus a in self esteem and who School,POrt Alberni and relief including number of guests from out of town. each other permanent wads of the like, where she was and with happiness Dec 1/113. Love grandchil- supportive of Brad's family, being far away. were unable to - concedes a lot, and 3) Friendship Center, Un- when she realized we Siena se at from one." Minister of Social Serv- that She loved Lucy. rdchidays: Lite Skills Training in Port Alberni saw nine graduates complete day balanced sell deter- of Victoria. however their generosity is greatly appreciated. versify ices and as adults, they Shortly before were telling her that her Happy birthdays: their training in December. They ware, In front, Margaret Jacob They got a lot out mined,whosays "till help The Huck dinner for the reception was a great Maraud.^^ College, Mu- Lucy's paternal grand- Children were looking for Val Jules 25th, Keen Gus and Eileen Tetooah, and from left to right, Judy Joseph, Tim of it," he says. 'They re- want to be reconnected you rightnewbutnotlater, scum of Anthropology- her Lucy was also over- Amos o. 5th; Ashley success. George, Edward Tatoosh( coach), Regina Amos,Blll ally worked together and with their parents and lot mother died, she shared e and who will reach his en UBC, Native Studies Amos fits, l 4th, Nesste and Brad thank everyone for bringing some re Thomas, Dick, and siblings. Others are par- with Lucy her beliefs whelmed with emotion OO esom Ferley(coach),Jean Karen Webater,Auguat they were fast learners." Keenan Jules 2nd, Dec. fuig ivOrire recipes,ial thanks' hergoalsandw!ll accom- Centre -UBC. Vancouver Lucy's mother when we told ter Mat we Y Lisa Robinson. Some of the ant and /or siblings who atour any Dec. things in (le. Centre. 18th;JackJUle 24th, for giPS. Special thanks to Bob (Suds) Soderlund for Pion a lot Science are coking 'or their chil- left. She told Lucy that had located her mother. that the group discussed Health Clinic, 27th agape Wads, being Ike official photographer. Life Skill 515 group Tseshaht Lena and Ken's marriage Her years of searching dren ardor Siblings who 20th,) ; Kim Gus yU Tat and it United ALL OF you WHO ATTENDED this occasion made a therapy says Jean's Catering, was one She are now over. With the sharing I hopefully will be taking were at one rime perma- a difficult 12th. Delores Gus, includesa loi of counsel- Native Nations, Wom- ila very special day for Ness and Brad. The bride and also told Lucy that Lena Lena, Lucy, Ken. 26th,J an. 191 ; Rob LIFE did it seemed a great - the Core Training Pro- vent wards of the Minis- groom and their daughter Lily Nicole are presently ling. in row to deal with erYSResourceCentre, St Ron and each of their Korelskí, 3o °mauling weight was taken on my xi gram this January until ter. Asa resue of this rec- experienced a great deal residm Lan drug and alcohol, pugs,- Andrew's United Church. families will meet again Jan.27. Love ayla. gin g le Y,B. C. shoulders. I gained self r , (ignition we have ex- of racism from Ken's fam- June. Takingthiswillbring SKILLS cal, mental and sexual Lite Skills Working clear Iinure. We wish confidence, Confidence ^ me another step doser tended our services to ily, as she was Mobs and Mine abuse. Group- Jeannette was not. them all the best. I Ken's family Lifeskllls, when I to lakeflsks. lobe ailed to my Social Work de- thosewho are looking for ' F our members Of Watts , G e r t i e was say what's on my mind They did not accept her. If you or anyone first approached gree that I want to :Pain their pronto. oaddtctl. this LifeSkillsgrouphave P r a nz, M a rl ene finally told Lucy that you know for a about the Llteskllls Pro- and WISPS to what oth- the future. dren or sidings. She OWNS Indicated that they are Mortensen , B i l lost family member, , gram in August of '92, I errs might have to say to Two months ago Lena was not thewoman ,,,ya.. e aF lam grateful for all E interested in taking up Farley,Denny Durecher, please contact usat (306) 4N had de- M 4 that her father t to myself what is me.mbrlgwral they have - Lucy Matechuck ap- moue ¡' the people I have met training. coaches Mona Fournier, Jan her. finally 242 -6886. Ask for Arden [ it? What is this Lifeskllls? to say to me as informa- ça s way, poached us hoping we SOWN She LIGHTN TRUCK ACCESSORIES ! along the people One of the Green, Darlene Watts, e or Heather. Needless to say icon and not as criticism ((( could help her locate her told LucythutLenawae like myself who wanted coaches, Bill Farley, will Donna Fitzpatrick. Barry OFF -ROAD curiosity got the best of or judgement. which is mother. Lucy had not loyal wife who truly loved 1C, something now In their be moving on to other Gus. Edward Tatoosh. SPORT me, what have I got to what lahvaysow ., seen her mother In over belle- life. people who are una- employment in the area And a special lose is what I was think- hand, always taking thirty- seyeam, not since UTILITY had to take risks. Peo- olpipacemens and he thanks to :Joan Dick, ing. lwenttolhe interview things people said the Mark Joseph she was eleven days old. VAN pie Ike Dan Jack who willalsehetakingabride. Chief Ruby William, and was told alerts that wrong way. 27tiv'931wenttomeethim, On August' ;I 957, went in for his coaches Many people who have Sandy McKenzie, Joy I I was accepted into the learned other meeting my dad and Luoysiamily was spend- training. Congratulations benefited from Rill's Hanlin, Daniel Jack, program. things the 16 weeks we other Dawson family ing a day at the lake. Dan. coaching wish him all the Wilma DoxtdelOr, cSet) & c5CZQ) What l didn't real- were together. I feel that members (brother sster when Lucy's lamer Ken Iwoudliketothenk best In his future Sandra Sweeney, Edna 9 ze going into the pro each one of us left the auntsuncles)was one Of broke his neck while B.C. Bill Farley. Denny endevours! JaOob,Marilyn 4544 Adelaide Street, Port Alberni I LOCATION gram is that I had a lot to group a new and more the best days of my life. Durocher, Flossie Marlin, swimming. He was I.- The graduation Woodward, and Willie FABRICS PATTERNS NOTIONS CRAFTS LESSORS lose, there was a tit Of confident person. A lot Of ifs right up there with my Rose Ambrose, Chief rushed to the hospital, Ceremonies were held at Tatoosh. non -sat I 30 -5:30 things I carried around changes happened in Journey here to after many months of re- Port Danny Watts, and Band the Tseshaht Cultural had nega- Lucy's with me that a people in 16 weeks. each Alberni July 7th,' g86. Shelagh hebilitatlon, father BORDS TRAILER HITCHES Council, Centre. A delicious din- NELTON FOR RUNNING live impact in my life. looking in newdirections. was healed and experi- BLACK BUTTON BLANKETS 817.99 /N 'nave done a lot Bontronandmyhamiiyfor ner was served to the Things that happened 'e reaching for goals enced no major physical WINCHES LEER 8 GEM TOP CANOPIES that since my first LitesIdlls supporting me in every- grads and their guests. mypastthatIl never dealt were thought to I effects from the experi- be unat- course, nave taken a thing leu done this past The MC for the ROOF RACKS BOX LINERS with. Things I never mined° before Weskit's. peer counselling work- ence. On the day of the year andtoall the friends eveningwas August Dick TOOL BOXES TONNEAU COVERS shared because of the taking risks. shop with Jeanette lining in The accident, shortly after & I've made Jr. Tseshaht elder Bob Thank You Davis Company I felt Trust One I father was MUCH MORE distrust that thing I talked Callahan, took my sec iaoLlfeskillscirclesiwes Lucy's admit- STEP BUMPERS AND Thomas did the opening !would like torrank BARRISTERS AND SOLICITORS was never a thing II had about the group was to and Lifeski lis course for ted to the hospital, Lena, in,.l encourage anybody' prayer. my all of their much of.Butsittinginthat trytoflnd outwhomyded 12 weeks, went family and Lucy's mother left and CANADA'S to TSOw out there who wants e After dinner there pet!etncewhile I took the l was ableto was. returned. Lucy circle slowly With the help of Tun Le Lem Treatment their lives to never and NATIVE LAW change it were O0Bningremamsüy It was TRUCK IMPROVEMENT learn to trust people and Denny Llteskllls course. her brothers, Ken and Durecher and my Centre tor eweeksPool join a Lifeskllls course Company's native law practicer/Herr a wide range Daniel Jack, who has re- was ...tin Plus thanks Davis & SPECIALISTS share with them. letting Band Office l was able to spent my summer vaca- Ron, never heard from afren ncludiog economic development, litigation, land when one comes up. sentry completed his Life to you al who attended them gel t0 know me a find out who he was and ton)_ their mother again. calms. lauded and membership. For more Information What nave you got to Skills Coaches Training. my graduation ceremo- Ilalebetterintheprecebs, track him down. For me Iam presently go- Lucy. Ken and Ron contas. accessory 1. 800.667.6779 lose? A member of a nies. You made my Debra Hanuse 604/643 -2991 S. I was able to let go 01 this was a big risk. the ing to school to get my became permanent 138 Terminal Mark Jwph previous Life Skills evening very special. centres somegfinehunmaHheld uncertainty, nervousness grade 12 (finally after a epetehesehr Band wards of the Minister of Established lend NANAIMO group, Connie Sam, was Love Karen Webster. onto terse long. andlhewhatifs ?January few false starts) and Social Services. They Ha- shllth -sa. Jansen 27 10 Ha-ShIlth-Sa. January 27 -1999 lese 11 ARTS & CRAFTS HOME LIGHTING My Musical Background SHOW MR.MARTIN THE MAGICIAN BRIGHT IDEAS FOR MARCH 24,25,5251'94 High- owswitches AT THE ALBERNI MALL Think of your Some screw right into Edward ^Tat "Tatoosh Blue Angels - ANYONE INTERESTED IN HAVING A '1111111 tune shows. He Is also home energy cost as existing incandescent offer twobrighteness set- P.D.B. Port AlbrrnkR.C. What started out 11/14111Ril Nanaimo,and Twee- TABLE PLEASE PHONE ME. NELLIE hoping to hire some other pie.Lighting accounts for sockets, while others tings and can replace Ola wert Coast General as a hobby has now be- dos -Pert Alberni. DAWSON AT 723 -2031 Nuu- chah -nulth perform- aboutone -tenth ofthepie. need an adapter. ordinary wall switches. Hospital, Sept.11M, 1935 cornea rather unique line "NM" After a new years -r-41 ers to work with him. Than notavery big slice. If you are renovat- Timers and pro- rave I of Work for a member of received my first of music I dropped out Mr. Martin the Ma- but can get more ing, adding on or building grammable controllers you guitar at the age of 11 of the scene. I got back the Tla- o- qui -aht First turn off auto- gician lives in Victoria but value for your energy a new home, you can llghtsonand Nations, years old, which cost my into the music scene NEW travel for dollars- by'swiIchl ng to build the efficiency of medley at preset times. COMPANY FORMED AS JOINT Evans Marlin, !wow he is willing to step father $11.00 My againen1988 Paying with He asks Power Smart lighting compact flourescent They can be timed to turn whose professional -..e performances. parents can still remem- a band called "Lost VENTURE TO MARKET MUSIC BY products. Have your pie lighting right in with on outdoor lighting when Martin the that people book in ad- WIN first song !learned. Tribe." The other three name is "Mr. "hardwire "fixluresmatare you return at night, and vance as he works on a and salt loon Read on,, and sang: It was a coun- guys were from Alert Bay. FIRST NATIONS ARTISTS Magician ", is pursuing a connected directly into can turn amps on and off contract basis and has Then in career as a magician. try song entitled " My 19901gotanother A new record company has been formed to market and promote Compact your home's wiring sys- when ve dates scheduled in the nouressents Buckets Got a Hole In if ", together called "La Mad L For the last five e , i tern. Ask your lighting your home a lived' in recordings by the First Nations artists of Canada. -tae future which was written and Band" years Mr. Martin the Ma- t You coni have to contractor for details. look Partners in the venture -First Nations Music Inc: are Wawatay sacrifice lighting quality sung by Luke the Drifter, In 1991 I won 25 gician has been prates- , .5 Switches YM eentro15 Occupancy sen- Communications, a multi -media organization based in Sioux Lookout {=1 NOTICE who was later recognized hours of recording studio ing his bag Omsk, and ea', to get savings. Compact sorsautomatically turnoff and V a C Consultants, a company headed by Vic Wilson, former co- Today's lech- time Played with re- adding to his collection All Tla -o- qui -eht flourescent bulbs use 75 as Hank Williams. or manager of the rock band Rush and co- founder of Anthem Records Magician nologies provide state- lighting In unoccupied Mr. Martin the Nations In 1959 I got corded with: Side Walk of props and equipment. First percent less energy than to- Thecompany hasalready formed a record Wawaay of- the -art control of your areas of your home and He was greatly and his fellow trickster Members Ogler male group of lo- .Blues Band and Harris comparable incandes- turnonwhen you re -enter Recordings, signed its first artist, and completed a distribution agree-- in reaching his Erik the Rabbit ate ready Weare requesting lighting system, boosting cal guys. And we named and the Hot Heads. assisted , cent bulbs , yet provide the area ment with EMI Music Canada, a major multi -national record company and willing to entertain your savings and offer- By 19931 decided Edward "Tat" Tatoosh as a professional an update of BILTFN approximately the same our band as 'The with major interests in audio recordings, film and video. You. ing conveniece and se- Chansons" to do my first album with goalagician when ne took members addresses light. One 15 watt com- The first album on the Wawatay label titled "Wapislan s Law- Curdy. Price fles - lessons horn Tony Erg. Please write to our office: pact flourescent Wayne -lead Johnny Shut In pro- Formoreinformatwn Angeles,Callfornio. rence Manin` was recorded Nashville; the performer (and writer of from Victoria. got there. -aht First Three- way guitar,vocals Bass,slide guitar a magician Tla- o- qui duces the same amount Me songs) isihe executivedirectorof WawatayCommunicahons-which Evanssaysthat he switches usually in- For more lnforma- Tony -drums John Kernachan -Drums However if and Mr. Martin the Ma- Nations of lighti as a 60 watt incan- SVudwi6k owns radio, television and newspapers serving more than 30 commu- stalled at entrances to tion, see your local light - when I do go my first stop gician says that he does really enjoys entertaining P.O.Bax 18, descent bulb. Andy Lavasser- Derek Walsh -Har- nities in Northern Ontario. Martinis also the mayor of Sioux Lookout; he magic. rooms, stairways, and ing retailer or contractor, will be Vancouver B.C. a lot of "close -up" rou -. people with no Tofino,B.C. Colours look simi- Bass,vocals Monica was the first native Canadian to be elected mayor of an Ontario town. He is available for VOR hallways, let you switch contact your local Hydro Gerry Lajeunesse- Cliff Reid- Trumpet Vancouuer,B.C: Calgary tines such as card tricks 2Z0 lar, creating a warmand The record tights on and Off ham Alberta Edmonton -Alb- company began when Martin visited Nashville IO cut and heisconsantly add- bookings for all occa- appealing office or call the Power Rythym guitar The title of the cas- atmosphere. some demo tapes; he met producer John Stewart, who, in turn, was 1 more than one location. ing his routines and sons and says that his Smart Lines: f -806 -663- Ken Hacltvell -Sax & pi. sane Is "Pack My Suit - erta-TOronto,Ontario- to The initial cost of com- intrigued by Native legends and stories, and was raveling back and rates are very reason - Dimmer switches 0431 or 540.8883 in the case." USA. perfecting his sleight of ACCOMODATION pact flourescent lamps ano. forth to Northern Ontario. vary the light level. Both !do have my heart Stewart advised Martin to write and record hand. able. Are you on adored Lower Mainland. Tat- Guitar,vocals I will be going into and fixtures !c higher, but material relating specifically to his experiences -the album, which uses He has recently He recently gave lamp socket and well We played in Pon the studio sometime in set on going on the road budget? in addition to using less Martin's Cree name as part of its tine -s the result. varieties are available. 1994.1 trip. I will be keepng in been joined in his per- performances In Do you want the electricity, they last up to Alberni, Nana mo, April have written touch with everyone. Stewart introduced Martin to Vic Wilson, who had been living : his partner, Anousat, Opitsat, and some songs I may even formandesby best accomodation 10 times longer. The are Victoria, Campbell River, quietly outside Toronto since giving up his stress -filled career as co- Pon Alberni at the Port be gong to Chicago cuu Erik the Rabbit. One value for your dollar? mosteff'sientwhen turned Powell River,Vancouver. manager of Canada's most successful rock band, Rush, and Anthem hopefully in the middle of Edward "Tat" Tatoosh never knows where Erik Alberni Friendship Contact: on for four hours or more After that/: organ- Records, which he helped found to market their albums. was July and Los Indian name- 11-7l -sent mghtsnowup. What Center. Port Alberni Friend- per day. lied two other bends: Martin Is one of the most visible members of Canada's First an empty box seconds He works hard on ship Lodge Most lighting, TO Natonscommunitles;Wawaay Communications. wtdNwhasheaded perfecting his routines AN INTRODUCATION ago will suddenly be oc- 3978 Eighth Avenue building and hardware for some five years, is a co- operative venture which Is the main by Erik. Only Mr. and hopes to be able to LIFESKILLS aped Port Alberni,B.C. stores now carry com- a, r unicalions fink to IndiancommunitiesthroughoutI much of northem Martin the Magician and purchase more props Ph. 723-8511 pact flourescent bulbs. Canada The organization originates radio and television broadcasts maybe Erik know how he and livestock for hs fu- Special rates for pen- ONE AND TWO DAY WORKSHOPS and publishes newspapers in three languages, Cree, Oplaway and sioners & groups 8200.00 per day rg English. Plus travel The mandate of the First Nations Music Is to develop new artists AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNITIES whose work covers a wide spectrum of native culture," said Marlin." We AND ALL INTERESTED PEOPLE will undertake recordings of pop, rock and country -based material by Aboriginal Canadian artists -as well as traditional artists music, chants Kakawin Charters Daniel Jack Sr. i 4 .r and spoken word projects. Records, lapes and videos will be pro 724.0937 " APPRECIATION TO CHIEF OF KELSMAHT' duced in native languages, as well as English and French. Salmon & Ground Fishing RR#1,Site 101,C -26 " Music is the most powerful way of speeding messages; this is

Whale Watching, Sightseeing Port Alberni,B.C. I would like to thank my father, Chief of Kelsmaht, Edgar Chang, a way to Continue the process of re- building ourCOnfidence and our self - 19'', ft: Dolphin Vessel V9Y 7L5 for recognizing my marriage to Gilbert John Jr. on December 30,1993 imageasapnoudnation. We want to communicate with everyone, both in Ahousat,B.C., in the traditional way. knCanadaandaroundiheword- our music isaccessible, andouranists - REASONABLE RATES ARE YOU INVOLVED WITH YOUR It was wonderful Potlatch that you gave. enjoyed it as much as are talented." the others you've had in the past. "Working Ed Johnson Pachena Bay COMMUNITY? with EMI Music Canada is the firststep to bringing this Dad, I am very grateful that my grandpa passed his PHONE 1604) 728 -1267 ARE YOUR PARENTS INVOLVED Chester musicto wideraudiences;"said W ilson, who will be taking the Wawatay WITH THEIR CHILDREN? Chieftanship to you. Reasons being that you know our Mere and albums to MIDEM, the International music industry conference held in ARE COMMUNITY MEMBERS FEEL- history, traditional songs and dances. I enjoy seeing you Ilsten to and France, In January. not be ashamed to ask for knowledge from Our elders. ING ISOLATED,ALONE,AFRAID? " I am convinced that there 15 going to be a very positive IS CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY A From what Iva seen you have learned a lot from Nan Peter and international interest in what we are doing," he added. "Our first alum - REAL ISSUE TO YOU? Jessie Webster, Grandpa Francis Charlie, Teddy George, John Keit- by Lawrence himself- is going to surprise people who are going to FAMILY HEALTH CENTRE lah Sr., James Adams, Pom Pom, John Jacobson, Stanley Sam and wonder how talent like this has gone unheard for so long' DROP -IN If these questions are of concern to Alfred Vegan Sr. A second album from the label will be introduced early In 1994, my workshops will be of interest to you. As your daughter learning from you of who our relatives are and Martin are actively working with other artists for future SPECIAL EVENTS WEEKLY DROP -IN you, and Wilson and I weeks how were related, the most enjoyable part is how far back you went In EVERYONE WELCOME have completed 23 of Llfeekills releases. Training, plus 12 weeks of Lifeskills Coaches generations.

I honour you Number Father please contact: Now Available WHERE' 3435 -4th Ave ,Pon Alberni Training, and an intense Relationship appreciate and as One and Chief For further information T-shlris Sweatshinsgray a white of Kelsmaht. Keep the work! Stay in good health!! Love You Lawrence Martin, Wawatay Communications (807) 737 -2951 FAX:737.3224 WHEN: EVERY THURSDAY Marring. I am capable of sharing my skills up good Adult slaw Vk Consultantsuwea0) 6gó906 FAX: 6104906 and communication techniques with each Dad! i inerylVerylMuch! FAX:S.4236 Contact Ida Mills at Maas, TIME: 11:30 -2:00 mehecd FI , chard Flail & s... (416)335.2239 FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 723 -1391 and every one of my people. Love always your daughter Ph. 745 -3333 or 745 -0151 Della John -12 Ha- Skink -Sa. January 271994 HA- SHILTH -SA SPORTS

17TH ANNUAL HESQUTAHT BRAVES TOURNAMENT Nanaimo, Vancouver & Ahousat Take Home Championship Trophies .ea The 17th Annual when they lost to Siksika Port Alberni's Hesquiat Braves Nation .91 to 89 on Satur Hornets Arrows and Invitational Basketball day. Wickaninnish. Tournament was held on Siksika then went Althe awards pros- \ n January 21 to 23 in Port on to the championship ti- °matrons following the IS Alberni, attheAlberni Ath- nalwithavictoryoverBella tournament trophies were late Hall and Mani Mahs Bella, while Nanaimo Oven to the top players Gym. chaulked up victories and teams. r( a. e ~ r This is the longest against the hosting The first place tro- h running native basketball Hesquiat Braves Victoria Phyand prize moneywent The Vancouver Breakers- Lady's Champions at the 17th Annual T-Birds and Bella Bela in to Nanaimo, second place Heaqulat Braves Tournament. toumamenton Vancouver Breves Tournament -final to Siksika Nation and Island and italwaysdraws the semi game. third r continued from pg.19 players and fans from In the champion- place to Bella Bella. The rJ w:rL5) throughout British Colum- ship game, Nanaimo also most sportsmanlike team F ESQUTAT B8 YEA Con Charleson biaasweliasfrom outside had to come back,as they award went to the Port was presented with a Dallas the province. fell behind early in the Alberni Hornets. The hosting teem Hesquiat Breves battlefor pos. Cowboys Jacket There were three game and were trailing by The first allstars session of the ball In a game against Bella Bella 17th ANNUAL from his brother PatJr. at part this six points at half time. wereAbe Brown andGary e during the Hesquiat Braves 17th Annual Tourna. g the end of the day, in ap- divisions taking year -senior mens,senior Nanaimo turned it Edgars from Nanaimo, ment. ALLeNA predation for all the work on mine second half how- and best defensive player IYE he has done in organiz- ladies and intermediate Lawrence McMaster lestions were Lisa ship game the Wolfpack mans. ever to runaway with a 93 Lyle Bruno from Siksika Montgomery and Ali led at half time by a score award was presented to ing this tournament over Elanenleams cons- to77victoryandfirstplace Nation,and DarrenMoody Muldoe from Vancouver, of 561053. John Erickson from Fort TOUR v9NT the years. peted in the senior men's Tome tournament from Bella Bella. Louisa Housty and Tanya Fort St. James may St. James. In closing, the Some of the action in the intermediate men's tournament. Nanaimowon The game could The cond Colllnson from Nanaimo, have had a slight height Campbell River d Ve p:w Hesquiat Braves would finals between the Ahousat Wolf pack and the the championship game almost be described as a allstars were Se Daryl and Connie Charleson advantage but Ahousat was named the most L like to thank the /g Fort Sr James Wolverines. Ahousat won the game Hesquiaht, following businesses for byasoure of 93to77 over threepointcontestasboth Charleson, from Hesquiat: scored on numerous fast sportsmanlike team of and the championship. the Siksika Nation from teamswerehittinghom the Cliff Starr,Nanaimo,Dave Second allstars breaks and played with ihetournament. their donations: Calgary, Alberta. outside with regularity. Griffin,Victoria,Harlon were Rochelle Charleson, discipline and teamwork Following the tro- Lace It lassie- Gate,Clock In the lady's divi- Nanaimo was led McMaster,Slksika, and Hesquiat and Melanie throughout the game. phy presentations, tour - -kJ evmverGalle ualcurspom, r.;t siontheVancouverBreak- bynnlpslaoterClih Starr Darren Moody,Bella Ritzdale, Vancouver. Their leading scot- nament organizer Con Bull Pen Spone HarbourGUay, DAL Ceramics, Ante Shop,. cop ers went undefeated and with 23pointsincludingsix Bella. Ali was Charleson thanked the L1': Muldoe the ersminegamewere Deal re Ralph's Mens Wear. Moms a1% werewinnersbya three -pointers, while Nanaimo players MVP for the second con- Robinson with 24 points, teems,thevolunteersand Mt.en,Beanforttiotel,Swale score over the Nanaimo teammates Dave won three of the individual secutive year, Louisa Evan Touchie with 23 the fans foraliorthanslp Rock Cafe, Tsesheht Market, with Edgars ArrisGlohesGbselDfe &Only Islanders in the champi- Marshall added 21 points awards Gary Housty was the most points and Albert Frank Port . The games were Restaurant. Moot Sh o pe1 and Gary Edgers scored being named MVP, Mike attended as was the onship game. sportsmanlike player and with16points.TerryJulian well Swamies o In 21 The intermediate Ia. Wyse was the most Jodie Marshall from Nan- of Fort St. James led all dan0eattheltalianCenter wning Glory men's tourney saw the For Siksika Law- sportsmanlike player and aims, was the most inspi- scorers erne 36 points. on Saturday night onUeep.A.Fde en o. Shown,Shone King Edward defending champs ence McMaster scored Dave Marshall taking the rational player. Other teams in the COn tOld the teams Hotel, united tabs . William Ahousat Wolverines de- 23 points, with 15 of them most inspirational payer intermediatedivisionwere that next year they were Team hophieswent Tense. captured the5enlor Mana Champion- BeckingM1am Barrister e teat the Fort St. James coming from three -point honours. to insist that all saamnraiw,ayTaxl. to the Vancouver Break- third place finisher going ship at the 17th Annual Hesqulat Braves Tourna- range and Kurt Kelly The best defen- have Wolverines by a score of ersforfirstplace, Nanaimo Saanich, and teams proper uni- ment 1031092. chipped in with 20 points. sive player award went to for second place, Hesquiat,Campbell River forms with numbers to Tne men'sCnarrp Theentrantsforthe Kurt Kelly from Siksika Hesquiat for third place and the Port Alberni War- reduce the confusion for

ohs, Nanaimo, had to men's tournament were Nation. and the Vancouver AB hors . the scorekeepers. make a comeback in or- Nanaimo, Siksika Nation, The ladys tourna- Centre was chosen the The first allstars He also said that der to win. They were Bella Bella, Hesquiat merle had six entries -Van- most sportsmanlike team were Albert Frank and they wanted to get back bumped into the loser's Braves, Vancouver AB couver Breakers, Nan- The intermediate Devin Robinson from to having"village "teams, bracket of the tournament Centre, Clayoquot, and amo Islanders, Hesquiat men'sgamesfeatured the Ahousat, Terry Julian and to avoid the stacking of lady Braves, Vancouver fastest end to end action Randy Martinhom For Si teams. THUNDERBIRDS ABCentre, Gold River,and of the weekend, and James, and Mike The tournament Ahousat. Ahousats Wolfpack were Ironstand from Saanich. was a great success, BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT In the champion- the champs, for the sec- Second glisters said Con, and he added ship game the Vancouver and year in a row. were Bill Morris from the that there will probably Breakers built up an early MARCH 4,5,6,1994 The Wolfpack de- Warriors and Bill be more Prize money lead and coasted to a 70 mated Fort St. available next year The MAAQTUSIIS GYM ' the James Gladstone from Saanich. to 49 victory against Nan- Wolverines 109tos2inthe The most valu- hosts would also like to SENIOR MEN'S S WOMEN'S alma. championship game. able player was Albert expand the number of Tournament MVP entries FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: Ahousat went Frank of the Wolfpack. next year in the Ali MuToB led all MVP through the tournament Devin Robinson was the Senior and intermediate SENA SWAN- 670 -9678 Ali ul rind. For Nan- undefeated as they had most sportsmanlike men's divisions JEAN COLLEEN- 670 -9563 (WORK) aims, Ramona rN n- au an earlier win against Ft. player and another Continued pg.15 Jackie Williams of the Nanaimo Islanders breaks anti) Milian% each Hesqulat St. James (112 to 84) and Ahousat player, Paul The Ahousat Wollpack- Intermediate Champions at the 17th Annual through the Vancouver defenders in the champi- scored DEADLINE:FEBRDARY 11,1994 9 points. against saaniee(e I063í. Hayes, was the most in- Breves Tournament. onship game of the Hesquiat Tournament. The first alistar se- In the champion- spirational player.The tr-

14 He.sht1th -5a. January 27 1994 Ha-Shl Ith-Sa January 27 1994 15 Team storm, has a good time Happy birthday's LL Most Congenial endures for January: Lavigne HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEEMS TO hIE, NO , NOTICE Jack- 2nd,Janet Jules - CLASSIFIED ON owes laR Beer Wolves Howl in Baja California Happy birthday to 5th,TonyJohn- 71h,Adene our son Ryan Joseph Smith -sty, Stevie John - ti Ga RAINBOW GARDENS AUXILIARY IS LOOKING FOR SALE Edward Frank on Januaryry 12th, Henry$ meth -15th, Renees OU, FOR DOWN. FOR MORE MEMBERS TO ASSIST IN: Port Alberni got Carvings, from 29th of '94. Love Mom & Jessie Smith -25th, Jewellery noticed in Mexico. The Dad. mammoth 8 mastadon Chumus -fundraising fora new bus and miscellaneous James Peter- 30th,Sonya local mixed slo -pitch ho- - Happy birthday tusks, ivory, whale teeth Catering supplies, the Smith -31st. -help tel league team, ''46. - q also to George A. on Janu- and claws, etc. Looking with operation of gilt shop, Arlington Beer Wolves, ary 29th of '94! And to In Februa 'Keren Smith- and much more to come. for mammoth & received Most Congen- ` Ta ` Stanley Boo on January 10th, Tom Smith -13th, Lunches Jules -14th, Gina mastadon tusks at a rea- ial Team and received a v 7 ) Y 27th Dennisis Martin on Patrick da '" Please contact or leave a message for mw sonable price. Contact vv°YEaa`Vme01`w°rc'K 11 ` Jan. 27íh;94. Hope its John -22nd. the Mexican Silver Cup I Dinners DRINKING DRIVER, Brenda Seltss.r.a urinary President or Karen 1 Rose a ' Karen yea alios° Happy 45th A i- Elsie John WOULD YOU, ". Morgan,Auxiliary Vice for 1993. 723 -2843 President at the Karen &Cl Webster versa), to MomMpy andAth Dad 4141 -720 Sixth St New The letter they re- Rainbow Gardens. Phone724.5655. & Nelson. on January 8th. Westin nster,e.C. V31 ceived reads as follows; 6.Yr Congrats to Earl 305 .PO(604)572-9756 Road Pi ae "Decker Holidays would T.S.G. TRUCKING M and Mary Smith on De- Fax: (604)572 -9756 Sense like to congratulate Happy birthday SERVICES Renee Newman and the Feb. 12 to Leah Morgan. cember 21193. From Velina FOR SALE CALENDAR OF EVENTS Beer Wolves for exem- Love Mom & bro.Peul Moving, hauling, truck- Happy anniversary Event plifying true sportsman- Happy 3b bnnday Drums 13 -,15', 5T, 20" ing. Reasonable rates. Place Date Feb 14 to AI and Marilyn. ship. In appreciation to my precious niece Ph. 724 -1925. Ph. 724 -3975. Ask for Nuu- chah -nulth Native Love Peg & Paul will Amanda C.R.TOmon Ja Tom, Decker Holidays Happy birthday v Language transcribing Nuu-chah -nulth Tribal Gold River February25,DO 8,1994. Love you al - award the Beer Wolves Nov. 24 Uncle Richard ery in phoenetics- for meet- Council Meeting ways Auntie Carol. with airee entry fee ($:375) Peena O From Marvin Si F.'S'''. ROBERT ANDREW ings, research projects, Happy 15th birth- for a future Mexican Sil- Pean a kids. Original native prints. Ph, PHOTOGRAPHY personal use. Hourly day to Brendan Tam on ver Cup Tournament or Jan. 0194- Michael,- Bough at 723 -0847. Specializing in portrays. rate. Ph. Harry Lucas Residential School First United Church March15 -18 January 17íh,1994, From at 9 years. Lova MOm,Dad 724 Conference Church St Pon Costa Rica Slo -pitch cousin Card. Phone 724 -5848. -5807. Alberni Lisa, Marvin. Your Classic." The Arlington Baer Wolves: Back row (I to r): Sid Lonna, Jack Happy 5th birthday Feb. 16/'94 -Elsa This was signed Reiben, Peter Little, Craig Geddes, Jeff Gallic, Middle 'mail to to David and Ashley Tom to r): °years. Love Dad, Mom, by Marco Hernadez, the n: James Gallic, Jan Gallic, Leanne Baffle. Front row (I on January 26,1994. Love Native Arts 8 Crafts Alberni Mall March 24,2526 Darlene Amos. Michael,ael, Marvin. WORK WANTED Director of Operations. Trlcle Little, Renee Newman, Erma Robinson, from Auntie Carol. Show & Sale Happy 76th birth- Qualified carpenters for t The team went to Missing from photo: Nicole Bowl. Happy bidhday to erree day Sam Johnson Sr. on contract home -building. Sonya adnkwetsrAlaeml V lime.. Laverne O -sand, Willie- Los Cabos on Novem- Photo n story January271h.Frem Shirty PUBLIC Also plumbing. Contact 24th ,Roberta 0. -2314 Nuuohah -ninth Annual Thunderbird Hall ber 13,butdueto the hur- member of the Happy & grandchildren. H.Lucas at 724.5807. November 12,3 Arlene A. -19th. By Assembly ricane , had to move to La Lohnes, left field, Nicole The games had Campbell River to Campers team from Happy Veronica,Tom 8 family. Paz for Boyd, Walter 6 Nora Michael. INFORMATION the tournament centre hold; be payed& the evening Calgary. The longest hit Happy January to From Shirley 8 children. They came back on No- Patricia Little, right field under lights, as the heat by a woman was 199 ft. Julie Gus on January u- vember29th. and Erma Robinson, was too intense to pay and this was by a mom. T( my Me brother Valentino Gomez on Jams. SESSION 1 There were 11 lo- centre, right and second during the day. Not delft ber of Me Black Jacks Squeak (RyanJ.E.Frank). ary 12,ary Nicolas4. Kim Gus o TOTEM POLES, MASKS, PLAQUES, cal team members and base. was tremendously B January's, Kimberly Gus cool team from Edmonton. A happy 15th -Day .0 Jones Road to North Boundary STUEF POTTERY I TALKING STICKS. they were: Renee in on January 19, "Winks' The opening then, itwasstill the 80's. Each team r Jan.2s. 94.HOpeyouhave Reserve 812 Delores Baker (GUS) eron of Indian Newman, coach; Jack game was four Innings Team members carved a medal and the L good day. always Lyse F. January 19, Tina Sam on Stoneware I Authentic West Coast Reiben, first base; Jeff and was to determine are from ages 20 -60, team received a large Love Porcelain Raku January 26.1 hope there Vancouver Island Gallic, shortstop; James which division each team James Gallic, the eldest silver cup. The cup is a Happy birthday As part of the created on the was nobody I lags abord. potter's wheel by Donald Stuei Native Carvings Gallic,pitoher; Darlene would be playing &.They member of the team, and so Feb. 12 to Lean Morgan. Highway Project, the Ministry of perpetual trophy if so Happy B rthday! ,troue designs by Epzabeth Rue/ I Amos, catcher; Leanne then Love Mom & teo Paul proceeded to play pitchedeverygamewith- they were green a keeper Love from Elizabeth Gus Transportation and Highways will I by Ed Johnson, General Delivery, Buffie, third base; Sid six games out a relief pitcher Happy anniversary aa .aor and trophy as well. 1 want io wish Val - the TransCanada 728 -1267 Barefietd, B.C. be upgrading 9.23.! didagrsatjob. They won The first week, Feb. 14 to Al 8 Marilyn, seine and Nick a happy _C. Ges skin. 723-661e Highway from Jones Road to the 1 wes abri eG am se am -ss. Youth Sports Festival five of the six games. were playing ball Love Peg a Paul belated birthday for Mew they of I.R, #12 from There two Jan.12th and lath I also North Boundary were and the second was for daughters J To my want to rash Char a happy four Aboriginal Sports and Recreation Association grand slams hit by Jack, sightseeing. The money the existing two lanes to StephanieSte ph and Candace 23rd birthday tor aM.9n of B.C. will be hosting the 2nd Annual Aboriginal Pro- one by Jeff and one by was raised by the indi- lanes with a concrete barrier Charlio -happy birthday to and my son Julian a happy vincial Youth Sports Festival., The Festival will be held Sid. Erma hit a home run viduals of this team for the median improve you both. Times really fly- . 5th birthday for Feo25th. down to In Victoria,B.C.Merch 22- 24,1994. and along with Fade. Next they 'f their trip, year ing by now. Love Tina safety and efficiency. aler VAC SHO The scheduled sports activities will include was named a member of hope to go to Costa Rica. Love Mom & Dad & family A 3058- 3rd Avenue basketball, floor hockey, Indoor soccer, volleyball, the all -star game. They Renee said that" WRSa" Sales Service 8 Repairs swimming, and Lehal (bone game). Mona win but had a great You are invited to review the This is the first time that a To all Bends' - To All makes Of Festival workshops that have been scheduled time. The men's antler preliminary design of this fullteam from PortAlberni Whale Watching &Nature Tours VACUUMS include suicide prevention, alcoholand drug aware- team had team member with the design has brought back a tro- ANNOUNCEMENT & INVITATION improvement Also Available A Large Line ness, careers, role models, and traditional healing. Jeff playing. This team -in Vacuums phy. "She also said 'Eve- team on Wednesday, February 2, ISO. see 4S, Of Built There will be feasts and a closing banquet on beat the local all Stat ryone was so friendly and 1994 and Thursday, February 3, -none. e,c. von 220 t6o41725-3195 Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, March 22 -241 team which is no small RAIDERS 724 -3251 treated us royally.Our trip 35 & Men's 1994 from 3:00 p m to 8:00 p.m. '94. The popular Much Music video dance will be the feat, considering the lo- was even better than we 3RD Annual over finale to the Provincial Youth Sports Festival. cats have a catcher who Basketball Tournament at the Shaker Church on Church thought it would be;' R.D. Dick Degmchy C.G.A. Pre -registration fee is $25.00 until February plays in the National Street on I.R. 912, north of Jack Woodward Thank You Jay R. Norton C.G.A. 18,1994. After February 18, the registration fee will be League in the majors. February 4,5, &6 /'94 Ladysmith Barrister & Solicitor $30.00 per person. There were also The Beer Wolves would lT et their For further info contact: contests to see who Native Law Ahousat BC NORTON 8 CO. Maaqtuslis Gym, DEGRUCHY, Aboriginal sports sea Recreation Association W B.C. could hit the ball the fur - appreciation to the Project Managed Woodward 8 Company CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANTS 45- 2475MLNewtoe X Rd. these. Erma and Jeff en- Tseshaht Band and give by the Ministry of Saanichton,e.C. a great big 'Thank You" Contact: Eddie Sam at 670.9637 Transportation 27 3rd floor, 825 Fort St. tared this and although Campbell at 670.9563 or 670- 2MFIOOn44e5Gerea]eSt. Bus.7240185 vas IMO they did not place, they to them for the support Joe and Highways Building Victoria,B.C. V8W 1H6 Fax: 652-3 604 9646 after 5:00 PM gave it their best. The they've given us." Pon Alherni,B,C. a... Ma-Man Telephone: 652 4150 at 670.9668 Our Future Ph.(604)383 -2356 Fax (604)380 -6560 longest fatly a man was Kleeo,Kleeo. Louie Frank Jr. 282 6. and this was by a The Beer Wolves Or leave meuau for Toe at We rlandOmeg, i- .t. 16 Ha- Shilth -Sa. January 27.1994

w.:,, .."41-40 L' pray that you will all be A THANK YOU , r rewarded greatly for that. A very special There were so = -lf $1 thank you to Uncle Al for many people that helped . \ ` for us in mnany ways during always being there a most difficult time in our mom. Uncle Al moved over to Vancouver to be lives and I would like to say thank you to all of you with mom and look after her. for everything you have 1 done to make it a little Kleco to Uncle Francis for the prayer easier for our fam ily to put 13-.. ' our mother Sarah song. Charleson to rest. Thank you Louie Our family would Frank Sr. for that beautiful like to say a special thank song you sang for our family. you to the doctors at the - IN MEMORY OF EUGENE GUS cancer clinic, Dr. Bryce Thank you Father (PASSED AWAY JANUARY 17,1993) and Dr. Davies, and also Salmon for officiating the to our family doctor, Dr. services. Cline for all you had done Kleco Pat "OUR BROTHER" for our mother during the Charleson for speaking 1 MY BROTHER, YOUR BROTHER, OUR BROTHER WHO time she was treated for on behalf of the family a TOUCHED OUR LIVES IN A WAY WE CANT DESCRIBE. the cancer. and Richard Lucas for Thank you also to Thank you to Un- the Hesquiat people and speaking on behalf of ALL WE KNOW IS HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS the people who kept sup- cle Bernard for coordi- the band office for your mom's family. AND OUR MINDS. support. plying mother with Indian nating the lunch after the If we missed any- Kleco to Richard HIS SPIRIT LEFT US WITH HEARTFELT FEELINGS AND medicine -kleco,kleco. funeral, and to all his help- one itwas not intentional. Iris Thomp- HEARTFELT MEMORIES. Caroline Mickey (CB) ers, and to all the people Lucas and From the Charleson ,Rita Lucas, Mark Atleo, who donated food. son for doing the eulogy. family - EACH AND EVERY ONE OF US HAS A SPECIAL MEMORY Kleco to all the pall late Paul (Frisco) Lucas Thank you to the Felix,Mary,Ketchkie, WE'LL ALWAYS TREASURE FOREVER. honourary April, Marla, Felicia, also gave mom Indian people who comforted bearers and Walker,and also from medicine. mother when she pall bearers. THOSE MEMORIES ARE SPECIAL TO OUR GROWING - our Gloria Patrick & family, Kleco to the peo- Thank you to all LIVES BECAUSE THEY'LL ALWAYS BE THERE. needed it, listening to her Jacqueline Sabbas & ple who would come and the people who came by about her fears of leav- family and James George my house to sit with the WE ARE FOREVER SCARRED FOR WHAT WE HAD visit our mother in Van- ing the family, or the pains & family. TO DEAL WITH IN THE PAST YEAR, AND YEARS TO couver and in the hospi- from her cancer. family during this difficult The sup- COME. tal here in Port Alberni. A special thanks time in our lives. rbAr**** Thank you to the port we received was to Bella Campbell, WHEN WE LOST EUGENE WE LOST A PART OF OUR- priests ,Father greatly appreciated and Charles Jeanie Sutherland, SELVES. and Father Maco for com- did not go by unnoticed. I Maggie Sutherland, 7 ing over to my house to Verna Hanson, and Chantel, our grandchild HE TOOK SOMETHING FROM US, BUT HE LEFT, say prayers with our fam- Jenny Hanson. US! ily, for our mother. Thank you to all One year has already gone by WE PULLED THROUGH A VERY TOUGH PART OF OUR * * 41 since you left us. LIVES AND WE DID IT TOGETHER AND ALWAYS FOR- * Victoria w But you will always be remembered EVER. Yy i Legislative Buildings w in our hearts. WE'RE DEALING Victoria, B.C. + Now you're in heaven in God's hands IT STILL IS TOUGH AND ROUGH BUT -0967 -Nr'°`+ Telephone 387 WITH IT AMONGST ONE ANOTHER FOR OUR BELOVED * ' and your relations. Office: BROTHER EUGENE GUS. * Constituency a. The five months God has let you be 4859 Johnston Rd. M.L.A. here with us on earth. Gerard Janssen, Port Alberni,B.C. V9Y 5M2 Respectfully Family & Friends Alberni It will always be cherished within Phone 724 -4454 -9314 all our hearts. -**** *** Office Hours - Fax: 724 - s We will all miss you ,Chantel 10 -1 & 2 -5 s Home telephone: 752 -1212 Mon. -Frl. Thanks to the man upstairs,we IN REMEMBRANCE OF: s + were fortunate to have you FRISCO LUCAS * **Jo * ** *tes *, ** ** these last few months with you. GEORGE AMOS SARAH CHARLESON 1 I Missed so by your grandpa Mike & grandma Lenny JULIA (SMITH) GEORGE Hugh M.G. B ra ke r (Aunties,Uncles, & other grandparents) (Passed away January 25,1993) Our family circle has been broken, A link gone from Barrister and Solicitor our chain; Sr But though we're parted for a while, We know we'll meet again. 5223 Hector Rd. C- Cherished the day you were born Some day, we know not when, P.O. Box 1178 H- Happy when we heard the news of the ultrasound We shall meet in a better land, Port Alberni, B.C. A- Agonized when you left us And never part again. V9Y 7M1 N- Nice to have spent the few months with you. We shall meet with many a loved one Phone: 723 -1993 Fax: 723 -1994 T- Thank God for letting you stay this long with us. That was torn from our embrace, E- Excited for the future years of seeing you grow up, We shall listen to their voices, which will never be. And behold them face to face. Personal injury litigation L- Loved, the day you were born and today. including motor vehicle Sunshine passes, shadows fall, Love's REMEMBRANCE outlasts ALL., accident injury claims. Remembered, missed so by grandpa Mike,grandma Lenny, aunties, uncles, other grandparents, great grandparents . Love Verna is I sa R.Jack

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