NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA Bib iothèque nationale du Canada Ms, pC2,NA' I II II HI 1111 3 3286 52981014 1 ti. í,e .I a-ShiIth-Sa Canada's Oldest First Nations Newspaper - Serving Nuu -chah- nulth -aht since 1974 Canadian Publications Mail Product Vol. 32 - No. 18 - September 8, 2005 haa`sitsa "Interesting News" Sales Agreement No. 40647776 Ahousaht hosts Arts Festival t ' Ahousaht Council members Anne Atleo T, By Denise August, and Rod Sam welcomed their guests to Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter Maaqtusiis on behalf of the Chief and Council and the Ha'wiih of Ahousaht. Ahousaht - Community members were She told the people that times have been invited August 24, by the Indigenous hard lately in Ahousaht and she hopes s r Arts Service Organization to take part in the workshops will allow the people to workshops designed to allow First build on the work Chief and Council Nations people to tell their stories have been doing to make things better. through film, writing or song. The mentors were introduced as filmmaker, Richard Story; cedar weaver, Community members were Ramona Mark; musician, Sandy A invited by the Indigenous Arts t Scofield; and writer, Jordan Wheeler. NW Service Organization to take The mentors briefly described their part in workshops designed to backgrounds and invited community _ (right) Jordan Wheeler and Richard Story (left) offer guidance allow First Nations people to tell members to partake in workshops that to Ahousaht members (middle) interested in the arts. their stories through film, will allow each participant to showcase Environmental Film Festival. Richard traditional territory. writing or song. their individual talents. In their media, Release "Echoes of has taught filmmaking course at Ontario She was a key player in the growth of Ancient Art" is described as an exciting college of Art & Design and George the tourism industry of Ahousaht that In a press release from the Indigenous Aboriginal Arts festival series to be Brown College and is author of the book began over the years ago. She acted as a Arts Service Organization, Echoes of presented by the Indigenous Arts Service the Portable Film School. bridge between the Aboriginal and non - Ancient Art is described as an exciting Organization (IASO), in partnership with Visual Arts Mentor: Ramona Mark is Aboriginal community by sharing the Aboriginal Arts Festival. Provincial Ahousaht First Nations people of the from the Ahousaht First Nation. She has traditional knowledge of her people and Coordinator Kym Gouchie said it was Coastal Region of British Columbia. been basket weaving professionally for the land. the third and final festival of 2005. "The `Echoes of Ancient Art is a vibrant arts five years now. She is the former Ramona is offering to share the art of Arts help us as Aboriginal people tell festival that will bring together manager of the Ahousaht `Walk the Wild traditional cedar weaving to other local our stories," she said, adding, "We hope traditional Indigenous arts explorations Side' where she ran the arts and crafts artists. Ramona learned the art of cedar you will come and participate; this is and fundamental arts study towards self - store promoting local artisans. Ramona weaving from her mother's family of our gift to you." identity, movement, solo and group played a big role in marketing the Hesquiaht Nation and wishes to pass Gouchie introduced Regional performances...Programming with focus traditional foods worldwide from her Coordinator Melody Charlie of Continued on page 5 on youth and community participation, Ahousaht. Gouchie and Charlie have will also present four high profile been working together for the past three Election results to be ratified at AGM aboriginal professional artists working in months to put the festival together. The diverse artistic multi -disciplines across By David Wiwchar coordinators thanked the people for t( ,tixhVN Canada.' Ha- -Sa Reporter taking part in the three -day festival Shilth The mentors were: before sitting down to a community Performing Arts Mentor: Juno dinner. NTC Electoral Officer, Maggie Paquet nominee Sandy Scofield, a Metis of Following dinner Gouchie introduced read out the marks on the ballots as Saulteaux and Cree Descent, white - four professional First Nations arts Tawny Lem marked votes on a artist/composer based in Vancouver. She in the NTC main boardroom: mentors. She explained it would be the board has been performing professionally since mentors that would lead workshops; "Hugh Braker...Yes. Francis Frank...No." 1986 and hails from four generations of allowing participants to express It sounded cryptic until you remembered fiddlers and singers. Among her three themselves through film, song, the that the ballots were in two parts. recording to date, she has won four Hugh written word or cedar weaving. The election was not just between Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards, Braker (Tseshaht) and Francis Frank received two consecutive Juno (Tla- o- qui -aht) for NTC President, but nominations and took home the 2003 was also a vote on whether to elect lone Western Canadian Music Award for Vice President candidate Gloria Jean ? - p Ketwam, her most recent CD that Frank (Ahousaht) by acclamation, which h features songs by Sandy, Lisa Sazama is optional under the NTC by -laws. 4aß I, and Shakti Hayes. Paquet started reading ballots in front NTC President -elect Francis Filmmaking /Media Arts Mentor: of five witnesses on the afternoon of Frank, at the Esowista Richard Story is a writer, producer, September 1st. Seventy-three ballots expansion rally, 2000. director and educator of Coast Salish and were received; 7 were spoiled, leaving Kanaka -Hawaiian descent and is based 66 valid ballots. Of these, Francis Frank A total of 86 ballots were mailed out to in Toronto. the past 25 years, he Nuu -chah -nulth Nations based on their .l Over received 37 votes for NTC President, t1 has written and directed over seventy edging out Braker, who received 29 populations. All Nations participated in shorts and two feature- length movies. votes, by eight. Nations representatives the election, but a few had not submitted x x`X f Richard's work has at film had also voted (38 -25) against all their ballots. world and The results of the election ti festivals around the has been acclaiming Gloria Jean Frank as NTC unofficial sold to numerous broadcasters. He has Vice -President, setting the stage for will be presented at the upcoming NTC served as artistic director for the imagine another election process to be Annual General Meeting, where Nations Native Film & Media Arts Festival and determined by the NTC Directors at a will vote on whether to accept and ratify Lena Jumbo shows her creations programmer for Planet in Focus future date. the results. at the Ahousaht Arts Festival If undeliverable, please return to: Ha- Shilth -Sa Hamilton celebrates 30 years with ICBC Page 2 P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Cancer survivor celebrates life Page 3 Nations net Alberni Chinook Page 4 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPER COLLECTION (17) Newsstand Ahousaht hosts Art Fest workshops Page 5 395 WELLINGTON ST. OTTAWA, ONTARIO K1A ON4 Price Tootall to premiere in T.O. Page 6 $1 NEDC Business News Page 16 ICi A. Page 2 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa - September R, 2005 - Page 3 HaShilth -Sa newspaper is Cancer survivor published by the Nuu- chah -nu!N LETTERS and KLECO'S celebrates life Major study to examine treaty to will letters received its readers. By Denise August The Social Humanities Tribal Council for distribution HaSbilfoSe Include from All letters MUST be mall purse woven by four year -old Sciences and being decided in Athena has already signed by the writer and base the name, address and phone on Ha- ShilthSa Reporter Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) the members of the twelve NTC - writer's number Keondra. Group facilitator Ramona taken 365 toil days and has included a ember First Nations as well as It. Names can be withheld by request. Anonymous submissions will not be Mark presented a woven cedar basket announced University of British huge cast of historians, anthropologists Ahousaht. Family and friends joined a Columbia history professor Arthur Ray other interested groups and accepted. that she made to Margo Frank before and other experts." young Ahousaht woman We the right to edit submitted brevity, who survived leaving the floor. has been awarded the 2005 Bora Laskin individuals. Information and resent material for clarity, Such cases also make unrealistic cancer an Saturday, August 27 to take Fellowship grammar and good raste. We will definitely aal publish letters dealing with The singer /songwriter group delivered a to examine what he calls demands on trial judges, who must original work contained in this part in a 'Celebration of Life' party. Canada's biggest tribal or personal disputes or Issues that are critical of Nuu -shah -north variety of songs, which were written and unresolved human develop a Chit level of knowledge on newspaper is copyright and may Mann' Frank; a young mother, has rights issue: individuals or groups. bravely performed by cash participant. Aboriginal land claims. the subject almost overnight, and son not be reproduced without written snuggled with the devastating disease All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the Doris Robinson started the show with th ugh yd'ff s po o f view permission from: for several years. With the support of her song The SSHRC announced IIRC to make decisions writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the Nuu - of worship set to contemporary about new historical her spouse, parents and extended family, Nuu -chah -north Tribal Council shah -north Tribal Council or Its member First Nations. music. There were children's and history professor Arthur Ray has facts. she underwent treatment in California P.O. Boa 1383, religious songs performed in traditional been awarded the 2009 Beira Because these decisions often have that forced her to leave home for three Port Alberni, B.C. style and a hip hop song written and Laskin Fellowship to examine historical as well s legal implications, months. The treatment was a success performed will V9Y 7M2. by Nicole Frank. Rene Link what Ray use this fellowship to compare Hamilton celebrates 30 years with ICBC and Margo returned home to her family he calls Canada's biggest wrapped up the show by leading different approaches to land claim Telephone: (250) 724-5757 recently. unresolved human rights issue: everyone in a few- settlements in By David Whacker verses of Will the Canada, the United Fear (250) 723 -0463 The Seitcher and Frank family served a Circle be Aboriginal land claims. States, New Zealand and Ila -Sa Reporter Unbroken'. Australia over -Shilth feast to their guests then cleared the Web page: wino. nuuchobnuhh.org T Participants in the writing group shared th p sl 50 years. Ile hopes his research CL0.1'71 Boor for the celebration. Margo stood their short stories and poetry. Colleen Granted annually by SSHRC, the Bora will pave the way for more balanced- tor, Alberni -A self-described 'car- . . proudly Laskin 2005 rates: in canoe. streaming Charleson wrote a dream National Fellowship in Human and leas expensive -solutions to Subscription Buddy Hamilton haunting, -like disputes t', (Takewlichis) ha, Fi- down her cheeks, as male Rights $35.00 per year in Canada and 540. r - members of piece about seeking strength from was established in 1985 to honour over Aboriginal rights in Canada and been in the automotive Said for more - her family paddled, /year symbolically ancestors. She later explained that she the late chief justice of the Supreme the world. U.S.A, and $45. /year foreign than three decades, and just celebrated Ir bringing her back home and promising Court of Canada. The prestigious 12- á roaround countries. Payable to the Nun -chafe !4 knows first -hand what Margo has gone "These decisions have real his 300 anniversary as an Material s _ to look alter her. month, 855,000 fellowship is awarded to sold: Tribal Council. Wy .k through because she too, is a survivor of consequences: for the rights of I lamage Appraiser with the Insurance t Speaking on behalf the a in o 1 of family; Eddie cancer. leading Canadian researcher the Aboriginal people, for governments ( 'orporation of British Columbia (ICBC) Frank welcomed Margo back home and field of human rights. Manager t ... The filmmaking groups shot scenes of who sometimes pay millions of dollars !Editor. told her struggle on .September 2nd of lifelong with illness. Ahousaht or basketry, which were set to "Land claims are based, more and more, in compensation, and for our Southern Region Reporter - la recognition of his many years of L He praised Margo's partner, John music mostly courtesy of Sandy on historical research," explains Ray, understanding of Canadian history," David Wiwchar for always dedicated work, ICBC preserved Manson. standing by her side Scofield. All groups thanked Margo and who has served as an expert witness in says SSHRC president Marc Renaud. (250) 724 -5757 and never wavering in his I lamiltan with an engraved gold watch. love for his her family for allowing them to several landmark Canadian court cases "The work of Professor Ray will help Fax: (250) 723 -0463 wife and child. and a diamond- studded tie clip. celebrate together. Festival organizers on Aboriginal rights. -And how the us learn how we can reduce the u avehnr66muidoknulth-org He thanked the community on courts evidence I lamilton started in the industry at Margo's had net intended to schedule the festival treat this is creating an potential costs of land claim disputes, behalf for their continued Glen' Superservice, a Chrysler wga support and the same time as a family party and they uneven type of justice." both in terms of money and human Administration Assistant o contributions and he asked for prayers For example, Aboriginal communities dealership in Pon Alberni where he were thankful for the graciousness of the dignity." 1 Mrs. Annie Watts routinely worked on high performance - for Margo's continued good health. She host family. located close to major fur trading routes (250) 724-5757 received a name from her father's may cars ow look upon as classics. side Community members were invited to have a wealth of historical evidence According to Ray, land claims Fax: (250) 723 -0463 of the family that once belonged to her to draw from when arguing their claims- (Urgers.harpers, Challengers. and the now rare enter a contest where their art, not negotiations are becoming so e great, teat, great havhitthsarean uehahnuhh.org Super -Bees' were common projects for `-_ grandmother. Bated at the festival, would be judged. documents like personal diaries or expensive only the wealthiest The was open to presentations business NEW E5141f ADDRESS lamilton to hone his bodywork and floor The winners were Russell Taylor in third records that mention their following communities can afford to pining skills. Chief Billy Keitlah's place for his carved paddle; Trevor community and way of life. Yet, says Welcome Song. The hosts Ray, participate. Central Region Reporter "My hair was a different colour every graciously Titian in second place for his carving of more isolated groups do not. These allowed participants of the Aboriginal groups must often fund new research to Denise August day, dep.ding on what colour car 1 was J and Sammy Adams took first 725 ,,.eking Arts Festival to make their individual prove their claims, or lose the right to SSHRC is an independent federal (250) -2120 - Fax: (2501 725 -2110 on," Hamilton remembered.. ante for his an work. Buddy Hamilton (Takswifchis), ICBC Material Damage Appraiser presentations at the party. live government agency that funds Stew/ donise(áaaneuduémutthcrs surd come home for dinner reeking of In an Regional Coordinator Melody Charlie on and use the natural resources of muter.. t:, research dint and thinner and bail,,, from organizations. Ile has been the Vice keeper. expression of respect and gratitude, the ended the show by presenting Margo their ancestral lands. festival participants agreed to dedicate The result, says Ray, is that land claims and graduate ning through national Northern Region: for event the fumes, and I worked seven days a President of the Alberni Cooperative Over the years, Hamilton has seem with is gift basket from the festival peer Association for more a their presentations in honour of Margo are becoming so expensive only the -review competitions. SSHRC also coverage contact David Wiwchar at week," he said. When he received a call than decade, is many changes in the automotive field. organizers. and in celebration of her life. can to partners with public and private sector flan ICBC to take a position as an the longest serving member of the North "Who would have thought 30 years ago The Seitcher family took the Boor wealthiest communities afford the main office (250)I 724 -5757 - Island College Board, The first to make pres were participate. organizations to Giros research and aid Fax: (250)723 -0463, his mother Soar: Watts was member of the there would be airbags and computer singing a woman's warrior song in Alberni Valley Museum the cedar weavers. Highlightse of the "Expert testimony is taking up more the development abaft, policies and niarhanarruaehahnalth.erg quick to urge him out of the paint booth and Heritage chips in cars, and steel bumpers and honour of Margo. Throughout the night show were weaving by non time in possum in key areas of Canada's and into a safer job. "I wouldn't have Commission, was an auxiliary RCMP hood would be replaced by fiberglass, -Native gifts were presented and people danced the courtroom," says Ray. "For ial, cultural and economic life. taken the job if it wasn't for my dear officer for more than a decade, and a plastic and rubber? Vehicles have a cedar hat woven by the only and sang until four in the morning. example, the Sampson Cree case still Audio / Video Technician mother," he said. Hupacasath council member for two almost become he male of the group, Pat Johnson; and a Mike Watts disposable," 'Since then, Hamilton has never missed tors. He remains the official weigh - lamented. -People laughed at the (250) 724-5757 day of work at ICBC and has never aster for the annual RCMP fishing imports, and now they're one of the top Fax, (250) 723 -0463 Irren late for work. "1 like how they treat derby, and was featured in an ICBC choices for most people," he said Upcoming Meetings mwatta Gnu rchahnulth nag ad campaign me here, I like the hours, and 1 like the poster in 1997. Although Hamilton welcomed the computer era fact that I have weekends free,' he said. offered other positions within ICBC with open arms despite the challenges B m his weekends and weeknights were send the province, Hamilton chose to of teaming early computer systems. `It Treaty Planning Sept. 14-15 Traveller's Inn, DEADLINE: rely free. remain in his hometohometown of Port Alberni. was a good thing because body shops Victoria, 'lease Hamilton has been active n the lton also restores old cars in his could never read my writing," laughed note that the deadline for 9 am each spare lime, is currently day submissions for next issue is communities of Pon Alberni and working on a the ever -cheerful and energetic out Treaty Update Sept. 14 Traveller's I lap dedicating a 1950 Plymouth, and Is hunting for a Inn, September lath After that date. casch, countless Hamilton. 1949 Ford of 1953 Cher a Victoria, 6 - 8 pm material submitted and judged :mount of energy to various as restoration Now 58 years old, and a few years Rome Little, Membership clerk in appropriate cannot he guaranteed from retirement, Hamilton and partner will be attendance Sept. 14th Itlafsnnoaf but,if still relevant will be Shelagh enjoy spending time with sons 4:30 - 8 pm included in the following issue. Randy and Aaron, and grandchildren In ai ideal Kristen, Destiny, lardon, Jordan and world, submissions would he ":tU: If you have any questions please contact Michelle Corfield or Gail type, rather than hand -corium. Emma-Louise. We in Gus at 724-5757 or toll free 1- 877 -677 -1131 or email: Articles can be sent by email to join congratulating Buddy on his many years mcorfieldnenuuchahnulth.org or hashilthsa(rdnuuchahnullh.org (Windows y of hard work, not only ns a gailgusiRnsaachahnulth.org. PC), Material Damage Appraiser with ICBC, NOTICE OF NUU- CHAH -NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL but as Submitted pictures must Include a brief also a dedicated community Nuu- chah -north DAC Ilealt ability Fair, Sept. 20-21, Mahl Mohs Há=Shilth volunteer, description fSa father, and Nuu - of subiect(s) and a return grandfather, ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING tla- Shilth -Sa belongs to every Nuu -shah -nulth person including chah -nulih role model. address. 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Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 - Page 5 Page 4 - Ha- Shilth Sa - September 8, 2005 Ahousaht Arts Festival whatever knowledge we have to the net Chinook in Alberni Inlet Ahousaht takes part in next generation. Our stories will carry Nations continued from page 1 Fisheries - c -d -tuk on as long as we have storytellers to slips, which are then handed off to the By David WeWChar her knowledge along to others. carry them. It is every storytellers' fishers who rush to buyers to settle their Ila- Shilih -Sa Reporter Arts Festival Literary Arts Mentor: Jordan Wheeler responsibility to seek our and find accounts. Workshops of Cree, Ojibwa, Assttiebome and emerging talent. The Hupacasath /Tombola gillnet The IASO was founded Port Alberni - I arye halogen lights By Denise August teature length films then joined the film European descent, Wheeler was horn in in 1995 by a fishery opened at 8 pm, and by 11 pm shine across the Fisherman's Wharf and Ila -Shilth -5a Reporter festival circuit. He says he teaches Victoria and is a member of the Gordon group of senior Aboriginal artists that the first boatloads of 20 to 50 lb. over the water beside the Alberni Quay filmmaking workshops when he's not First Nation in Saskatchewan. He's recognized Aboriginal ans were their way to the Chinook started making undencpresonted within the provincial as hundreds of Tsesbahl and Ahousaht - Four Aboriginal Arts taking pan in Aboriginal Film Festivals. wrttten fiction, children's lit', poetry, docks, fetching a price of $1.30 lb. As Hupacaeah fishers sell their late -night Mentors and their hosts greeted eager Story said it is important that First journalism and drama over the course of an and culture industry of British the fishery wound down at I a.m., Chinook catches to waiting buyers. students on Thursday morning; the first Nations people start preserving their a Ting career that began in 1982. In Columbia. Initially IASO undertook a buyers in gillnet packer boats were service agreement The wharf is a constant frenzy of official day of workshops and projects. stories through the arts; not only to 1984, to help support his writing, with the BC Festival swarmed by the small runabouts when it activity as fishers empty their catches educate other, but also to save the stories Wheeler began working in the film and of the Arts to provide an Aboriginal fish at The students, ranging in age from was announced they were buying venue and increase into steel Mailers. which are then. preschoolers to elders, were informed and teach our younger generations, television industry in a variety of Aboriginal $1.50 lb. hoisted 20-feet up onto the dock by a mentor "Look to the Jews and the holocaust," he positions. Ile combined the two in 1989 participation within the multi- have been that they would select a and Commercial gillnetters disciplinary festival. Because the ruck crane and dumped into large create a short film, story, song or cedar said, "there were so many films made by co- ring his first dramatic script for of receiving upwards of $3/Ib.. for their core review in 2002, plastic totes. When the brasier door is product. They would have three days to about that and it serves not only to tell television, a half hour drama called the Province cut etch, and according to one buyer who hundreds of of large, their stories but also to begin the healing Home funding for British Columbia Festival opened, pounds for learn their craft and make presentations Welcome Hero. For the past did not want to be named, the reason the Arts, Canada's largest Western slippery Chinook slide out, slapping to the community on Saturday evening. fifteen years, Wheeler's focus has been of the drastic price difference is that against each other as the drop into the Jordan Wheeler, of Cree descent, writing and story editing for dramatic multi -disciplinary festival. IASO commercial fishermen are well lose. Small forklifts noisily push the currently lives in Winnipeg. Ile and his television. Some of his credits include continued with its own festival series organized and can force a higher price Four Aboriginal Arts Mentors filled totes across the rough asphalt family once lived at Great Central Lake renegadepress.com, Tipi Tales, The The regional provincial program as from competing buyers. First Nations and their hosts greeted eager dock surface and load them into waiting : during the 1960's where his mother Longhouse Tales, lust A Walk, Brothers made possible through the Department fishers he said are not organized in a . 17u y students on Thursday morning; transport trucks which then rush the fish wrote a column for the AV Times and In Arms, The Rene. the Adventures of of Canadian Heritage, Canada Council cooperative or unionized manner, and ` the first official day of for the Ans. National Aboriginal to plants in Parkwille, Nanaimo, and worked in radio in other places. Ile Shirley Holmes and Norm of 60. accept lower prices. Vancouver for processing. workshops and projects. wrote his first children's book in 1983 Wheeler says, "Anytime you get to Achievement Foundation, Spirit of BC There has long been suspicion on the Workers clad in glowing orange and d d't f F'rst N [' work with youth interested in writing it's 2010, National Film Board of Canada, pan of First Nations fishers that buyers Bonnie Clus and Stephen Tatoosh bring their catch to waiting buyers National Professional Artists yellow high- visibility vests scurry Pros initial Coordinator limn Gouchie newspaper by the early 1990's a great opportunity. The story- telling Aboriginal organize amongst themselves toter low prices, but the buyer we spoke with sales fishery, commercial, and Training Program at the En'owkin across the dock as they fillI out fish of Penticton, said the festival was Later on, he took up screen writing and traditions have take on many forms. Be recreational user groups have each been claimed such allegations are untrue, and originally going to take place in Infirm spent four seasons writing scripts for they traditional stories, he they poetry, Centre, Clayoquot Biosphere Trust, allocated 35,000 fish. buyers arc actively competing with each but plans fell through and she said she North of 60. When he first got into fiction, dramatic film and television, Pacific Rim Arts Society, Eagle Rock The Hupacsath / Tkeahaht fleet has 7th Annual International FASD Awareness Day other to get the most fish at the lowest was glad the venue was moved to screen writing, he said there were only theatre or any fort of creative narrative Materials Ltd., Du Quale Gallery, and already caught close to 12,000 Chinook, price, Ahousaht. She reintroduced the four five First Nations screenwriters across it is as important as ever to pass along the House of Holm Ito. 145,000 and has openings every third night, September 9, 2005 It is estimated more than mentors: Sandy Scofield, musician; Canada. "Commercially, now is a good staggered commercial openings Chinook will be returning to the Somass with Richard Story, filmmaker; Jordan time to get into the business," he TO REMEMBER ABOUT the annual IMPORTANT MESSAGES / Robertson Creek system, and the except for a break duringg Wheeler, author /writer and Ramona advised, "There are people all around the 7- Attention all Kyuquot/Checleseht Band Members Derby. FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER Tseshaht and Hupacasa[h First Nations Labour Day Pon Alberni Salmon Mark, cedar weaver. world wanting to hear our stories:' SCHOOL SUPPLY FUNDING! Respect and care for individuals who have Foal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, it is The mentors are all of First Nations Smgedsongwriter Sandy Scofield lives not their fault they have FASD. descent and would share their expertise in Vancouver and said much of her If you have not received your school supply funding for your 1 with the people of Ahousaht. They was about her Embrace mothers of FASD children, they need support and unconditional one earlier songwriting children please contact Jennifer Hanson at the Band Office 1 -888- would encourage their students to straggle with alcohol addiction and 817 -8716. drinking you are thinking of becoming pregnant. express themselves artistically and share healing. Songwrating, she said, is simply Stop if I will need the following information to process the funds: Stop drinking if you are pregnant. [heir works with the larger community. putting poetry to music and she would Parent(s), children, age, grade, school, and home address. If you cannot stop, drink less and seek professional help. Gouchie mid an important component be there to help put her students writing Whatever the mother drinks, to does the unborn baby. to the festival is to promote and to the type of musk they are most J Alcohol harms unborn babies who will need special care all melt lives because preserve original art forme from the host comfortable with, whether it be they could suffer from physical defects, abnormal facial features and be mentally community, For that reason, Ramona contemporary, traditional or even hip challenged. Mark was selected from the community hop. Babies will not develop Fetal Alcohol Syndrome of the mother does not drink to lead cedar- weaving seminars assisted Festival -goers broke into four groups to Aboriginal Relations alcohol. by Kelchkie Charleson of Hesquinht. begin work on their artistic offerings, If you drink alcohol do not become pregnant, use contraceptives correctly. Filmmaker Richard Story said he which would be presented at a started in the industry making community gathering the following Contracting in Nanaimo Delegates discuss wildlife policy make commercials. He went on to Saturday evening. Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) In Recognition of International Fetal Wildlife Group meets to discuss management By David W'wchar positive way and talk about issues that Alcohol Syndrome Day, "Walk- Along" are us," he said. Deadline for submission: September 23, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter common to all of Our Homes Are Bleeding/ with the Saset's Tsow Tun Support Circle "We have a responsibility as First Nanaimo - The Vancouver Island Nations to protect the wildlife and use it Nos foyers saignent and To remind everyone that kids with FASD will need someone to walk with them for Regional Wildlife Management Society responsibly," said John Henderson of 4- BC Hydro's Aboriginal Relations the rest of their lives, because they are at risk of failing if they ny to go through life ( VIRWMS) met in Nanaimo last week the Kwaguith Treaty Commission. "Our Negotiations Department provides services on their to discuss the future of the organization, population is growing, and we're to venous business units within BC Hydra. Date: Friday, September 9, 2005 and how it can fit into the provincial already planning our needs for the A new muni -media digital collection about calf lands and With varying work requirements, and future," he said, before the participants Place: Swy -a -lana Lagoon wildlife management process and Aboriginal Tide and Rights. With online tools for teachers, the need for specific disciplines and broke into smaller groups to discuss Time: 9:09 am practices. researchers and students! experience, we invite your submissions VIRWMS was started by Nuu chah- issues and future processes. in How FAS Awareness Day began: for contract pre- qualification the nulth treaty negotiators as of a On September 9th, 1999 bells around the world marked the "magic minute at 9:09 pan following disciplines: treaty-related measure (TRM) to VIRWMS was started by Nuu - www.ubcic.buca/Resources/onrhomesare am and they named the ringing bells "The FAS Bell Concordance." resources, determine Nuu 'chah -nulth involvement Education and human Bells ranged from the historic 56 -bell carillon in Cape Town, South Africa, to tiny thah -nulth treaty negotiators as in wildlife management in a poet -treaty We acknowledge rile support oFrh.. newnownt ofCanadianH.,i.ag.rh.nugECanadianCWtn.. bells rung by school children in Toledo, Ohio and wind chimes and rain sticks in part of a treaty- related measure Training to respond to/contract ens n. Given the transient nature Onave. Sioux Lockout in Ontario. (TRM) to determine Nuu -chah- opportunities, of wildlife populations, the group soon Planning began in February 1999 as a group of parents who had been in wildlife expanded to include other Vancouver nulth involvement Business and economic development, communicating internationally on -line thought.. Island First Nations, and non -Native management in a post -treaty "What if, on the ninth minute of the ninth hour of the ninth month we asked the Policy development, user groups such as the BC Wildlife environment. world to remember that during the nine months of pregnancy, alcohol is dangerous to FREE Problem Gambling Counselling Federation. Wildlife Tourism n Negotiations and/or consultation, the baby? What if we also asked the world to remember those millions of people Association, and other guides, trappers, Participants spoke of the need for good and Educational Presentations who struggle all of their lives, because of prenatal alcohol? At this magic minute we anthropology, and and outfitters. information to be shared amongst user Archaeology, could begin to change the world?" More than two -dozen people gathered groups so good decisions could be made Also Counselling Services engineering. The FAS Knot providing for: at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in and implemented by government Issues, Transition Personal Growth This piece of knotted cord was designed in memory of Abel Donis (1968 -1991), Emotional & The RFEI can be viewed on the BC Bid Nanaimo to discuss the future of the officials. whose brief and poignant life resulted in the groundbreaking book about Fetal ktrib Academic & Employment Issues website: www.bcbid.govbcca organization. "The process should be science based, Alcohol Syndrome, "The Broken Cord" (1989) written by his father Michael Dorris "Wildlife as so important to ere many but also flexible, timely, and open," said (1945 -1997). The broken cord may refer to the umbilical cord, the spinal cord, the sectors of society, not just First Ann Marie Livingstone of Pacheedaht. Call: 720.5306 nervous system, and the cord between the generations. 'Kiya Nations," said facilitator Ron Frank. -VIRWMS Society must survive the r 'e The circle of the FAS Knot symbolizes the womb, a baby's head, them human brain, Toll Free: 1.800.720.5306 "We're here to exchange know ledge treaty process and make sound, the earth. We, a planet -size network of people who care about people living with t" E -mail: klyaservices @shaw.ca and information," added Tseshaht's inclusive recommendations to all three FAS, are the knot that will make the whole. Our long -range goal is to rename this www.ktyaservices. cum Willard Gallic. "We want to mend levels of government and be funded small piece of cord, "The FAS Not!" Korn Sins lik aa5.1m fences between all our groups. We're appropriately," she said. BC hydro w For further information contact the Tallicum Islam Health Centre ask for Mary Ndeapma Fnoakdb ihr annlOeyesJ attempting to move forward in a Martin at 753 -6578. C unwlH. I'sOdk SuJVr d Solkaor G+ssol September 8, 2005 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 7 Page 6 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 7:77- - ,(, .reanmamrix Crossing the border: Sports - ?ira- cap mis Tournaments 1:t_ T.F.N. ,h Youth Hockey Tournament Vince Mysters First Nations' rights }¡) September 24 & 25 @ Mahl Mahs Gym, Port Alberni Ft' P I9 & under entry fee $200.00, 16 & under entry fee $150.00 infommuen which can be done at any ! By David Wiwchar 10 border crossing," she said. "Its not & under entry fee $75.00 11.- Shilth -Sa Reporter required, butt does make things easier Contact Janice Thomas 725 -2175 or 726 -8660 for your employer if you have a (U.S.) 1aLXt 725-2175 Wearing a shin proclaiming, floe didn't , Or Francis Frank or 725 -3233 social insurance number" cross the border, the border crossed us' Fee Native American wanting to work may be a powerful political statement, in Canada, the process is much more - but it won't put you any further ahead Ucluelet wins Choo -Kwa Challenge Maaqtusiis Lady Storm Hawaii Bound difficult. in this post 9/11 era of border security. By David The Canadian government, in contrast, Wiwchar for 13th Annual Palama Settlement Classic are supposed to in Toronto First Nations people Tootall to premiere Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter never truly incorporated the Jay Treaty Maagtus is Lady Storm Senior Girls School Tram are planning for a tournament in "all times be free... on either side of into permanent statutory law. Instead, Wiwchar Hawaii in December. We will be fundraising to take 12 players the said boundary line, freely to pass By David and 4 chaperones on Canadian courts have been sustaining Ahaswinis - The annual Choo -Kwa Ila- Shilth -Se Reporter this trip of a lifetime.. If there is any way you can help us we would appreciate it. and repass by lands inland navigation" Challenge canoe races were held on the Jay Treaty provisions through You can contact Rebecca at the school 670 -9589 or at home 670 -2390. according to the John Jay Treaty, Attu common law treatment, typically under Saturday, August 271h and ended with negotiated in 1794 by the governments The long- awaited premiere of Johnny the "aboriginal rights" doctrine. In the the Ucluelet Canoe taking top spat of England (representing Canada) and Tootall will happen next month at the last ten years especially, there have been Although warm and sunny.. strong the United States of America. The treaty 6th Annual imaginoNATIVE Film and Attention Interested Youth!! decisions from Canadian courts that Media Ans Festival in Toronto. wind whipped up the Alberni Canal and provided a whitecaps along the Iris agreed that it shall at all times be free .. to the Indians Based on a traditional Ahousaht story. f This is to advise you that the Aboriginal For more information you can contact Somass River where five canoes and a dwelling on either side of the said boundary line, freely to pass and and transformed into a modem context Sports and Recreation Association will ASRA at (250) 544 -8172, fax (250) 544- in association with A- in -chut (Shawn dragon boat had come to race. repass by land or inland navigation, into the respective territories and be hosting the Basketball ID Camp here 8173 and speak with Karen Henry. The Ucluelet crew was quick to figure America and freely Alleo), the movie was filmed in and in Pon Alberni. on September 24th, Please remember, the NAIL (North countries of the two parties, on the continent of ... out the path of lead resistance, and around Ahousaht, and in Brentwood 2005 at ADSS gym. American Indigenous Games) 2006 are to carry on trade and commerce with each other.... (NJar shall the consistently paddled close to the fin Bay. Past participants are asked to call ASRA quickly approaching and we would love passing or repassing with their own proper goods and effect of shore of the river where trees sheltered Indians "Johnny Tootall tells the story of a to confirm attendance, or fax to your to see many Nuu -chah -nulth athletes any impost duty whatever. But the canoe from strong winds. The whatever nature, pay for the same or young Nuu chah nulth Chiefs spiritual registration to their number. If you are a excel and show your skills and ability. strategy worked as Ucluelet beat out the goods in bales, or other large packages, unusual among Indians, shall homecoming to the west coast of Ii past participant, there is no registration If you require any information, you may Hopacasath, Tle -o-qui -alit, Batstar not be considered as goods belonging bona fide to Indians - Vancouver Island, the legendary land of Ditidahl's Randi Knighton plays fee. if you are a new participant the rate also contact Gina Pearson - Recreation Adventures, and NTC canoe teams, as Wewmeesh takes care of the Jay Treaty (1794) myth and legends," writes Director Tiffany, the niece of Johnny will be S50 for early registration, $60 if Director at (250) 724 -1225, or fax (250) well as the dragon boat, which held Choc -Kwa shop on race day Shirley Cheechoo in a press release Tootall (Adam Beach). ou pay the day of, along with a $25.00 724 -4385. not threaten to appear to undermine, if announcing release the film. "It is in more than double the number of pullers cognized the Canada - US border of true self. The film stars an elite cast of commentary and play -by -play during the membership tee. completely eliminate, the free passage unity that the wolf is than any of the canoes. intersected many traditional territories this magicalw Canadian and international actors rights of Indians guaranteed under the Almost 100 people lined the shoreline including that of Nuu-chah -nulth and sacred and a guide in a young matis rite including Nathaniel (Ginger Between races, most people took time to Treaty. Arad INSURANCE REQUIREMENT lay of passage. The ceremonies depicted in and walkway between Clots, Haven the and Coast Salish Nations.. As a result, First sit new whaler's monument person (aka Snaps 3, Black Cloud, North ideal. An American -born Native the film are sacred and while Marina and the Tsu -muss Park at Nations people are supposed to be able Alex Rice (On the Corner, welcoming poles, or visit the Choo-Kwa OUT OF PROVINCE AND COUNTRY American Indian) has to demonstrate a authenticity was paramount, privacy was Victoria Quay. Hupacasath's Buddy shop and artisan stands selling to move back and forth across the Thunderbird) and Sheila louse, (Law gift Recent situations have been embarrassing to some people who Depart Canada cultural or historical "nexus" to the revered Politically, Johnny Tootall is Hamilton fanned the fires of the border at will. But with Canada refusing and Order, Ravenous). An award- everything from callings to upsquee. without acquiring any type of medical coverage insurance. Non- Insured Health specific area in Canada he wishes to The cheering crowd with his pre -race colour to recognize the Jay Treaty, and the fiction paralleling reality. actress and test even has winning director, producer, Benefits Program through Health Canada does not cover anyone who departs visit. In fact, this "nexus" Roadblock, while a metaphor for the United States tightening border security writer, Cheechoo has received Canada, nor does your BC Medical Plan unless you have written authority from been applied to Canadian Indians terrorist attacks such conflicts of our Native peoples, minors after the of 2001. internatMnal acclaim for previous films than stating that they will cover you, and what they will cover. (Remember the reentering Canada, disallowing Jay curreM situations underway in native movementamen has become increasingly such as Bearwalker. price is much higher in US than here - I suggest you check it out to protect yourself Treaty privileges where Canadian territories throughout British Columbia. difficult- The film also marks the launch of a and your family). Ensure you get coverage by contacting your local [ravel agency Indian did not cross in an area his tribal The struggle for our Native peoples to For Canadian -ban, Nuu- chah- nulih -aht future Hollywood star. Randi Knighton , - they can and will help you! It is also understood that once you have departed group did not historically transverse. maintain their culture, language and living in the United States, the problems of the Ditidaht First Nation. . Canada and you change your mind and decide you wish to have coverage - - it is This means that Nuu- chah -nulth -alit ... are their land has been an ongoing for ' common. Knighton plays Tiffany, the niece of 0o Iata..Travel policy insurance will not cover you outside the country if you try could have difficulty returning to she "I'm taking a big chance every time I centuries," wrote. and f , a to after you have left. Protect yourself and your family! Johnny Tootall (Adam Beach), her obtain insurance Canada at any crossing other than via + d 'magineNATIVE Film Media Ans cross the border," said Parker Mack. a girl Questions on this matter are encouraged and welcomed through the Non -Insured water from Neah Bay to the west coast principal role is that of young _ was needed a Festival will host the world premiere of "I told I green card but going through a coming of age Health Benefits Program Coordinator ( Roben Clues) 1- 888407 -0888 or 251 -724- of Vancouver Island. Shirley Cheechoo s newest Johnny bent have to stay here for a year and a film, ceremony 5757. U.S. immigration authorities are bound Tootall at the opening gala on October half," added Dwayne Martin, both of The imagine NATIVE Film +Media by law to admit any Canadian Man . whom are Nuu- chah- ninth -alit living in 19th, kicking off this year's Festival. Aboriginal, regardless of where in Arts Festival is celebrating its sixth . Seattle. Developed through CHUM Ltd.'s new year bringing the best of Canada the tribal group is located. of tardier Although Customs officers are trained VI Drama Initiative and executive around Conversely, Canadian courts restrict the Aboriginal creativity from the McIntosh, Norton Williams. CUs in legislation dealing with First Nations produced by Brightlight Pictures, the right of entry by U.S. Indians to those world. Building upon loo year's Corti« / Native Americans, there still seems to film features Adam Beach (IFindtolkers, groundbreaking success, the 2005 'J groups that can demonstrate a historical hxnexal be confusion amongst officers. Smoke Signals) as Johnny Tootall, a Festival promises to be bigger and right and practice to do so, thereby f `Specializing in First Nations Currently, a status card is all that is young man who returns from service in 0 ACCIIIWantS implicitly excluding vast numbers of better than ever before. From October needed to cross the border, but those the Bosnian War to find his people at U.S. Indians whose tribes were not 19 -23, 2005, this year's festival will -1 & wanting to the country V taxation, auditing work onside of war for their sacred land. Forced to deal feature over 100 of the finest Ile did it again! Kyle ( infield is the 12yr old BMX Provincial Champion. V traditionally located near the present FCG0. CAFM birth may have to go through with the ghosts of his past and the Kyle raced to victory in Kamloops on August 28111. lay R Norton. U.S- Canadian border. Indigenous produced film, new media, strategic management processes. realities of the present Johnny Tootall is Way to go Kyle! Cary McIntosh. OGg CAN. CFP Under the Western Hemisphere Travel radio and an installations from all errThe U.S. government cannot exclude a a right -of- passage story about Michelle Corfield, Nuu -chah -ninth Treaty Process Manager planning." Initiate passed by the US Congress, all corners of the world. Mile K M5lhams, CGA, BipIT First Nations person from entry, or deny homecoming and the search for one's 250- 724-5757 Americans and Canadians crossing the services to the Canadian Native. The 2nd Flour, 4445 Gertrude St border will have to carry a passport by Iapp MOWS United States government cannot Canadian common law once fairly on the same level as any other entering rz{15qr14-1774 V999 December 31, 2007. Whether this law generous its the Jay despite his Suuma -cu -is Junior Warriors say thanks Port Menu. B.C. 617 impound or search sacred objects in in construction of alien, group's occupation of ra l;Q (aetq rssOnS applies to First Nation / Native possession by the Canadian Native Treaty free passage right, now requires a the same borderlands for thousands of A tanks to ALL that made donations to lunches, suppers and catering. Bonnie Americans is still to be determined. which have religious significance to rather strict "nexus" test, rejecting any years preceding Great Britain's Sima cu is Warriors (Hot Springs). Ch.- Van, Blair's car & Rick T - Van, Canadian courts readily reject the Jay him/her as a Native American. And sort of `international mobility right' establishment of the Canadian To start with SORRY it took so long to Lou & Lisa's car. Marceau E. Johnson, Treaty free passage of goods right, but RESIDENTIAL employers cannot deny hinder claimed by an applicant Indian. territories, he wrote. "R is clear that write in. But on our way to Terrace Are, Beverly Sabras, Geraldine Tom, have interpreted the free movement employment for lack of a "green card" Because the Jay Treaty does not have a U.S and Canadian laws will have to be 99% of our team was in a freak car Peter Dockland. Pat Chari. Se, SCHOOL concept in a somewhat erratic light, or "alien registration card'. single Indian signatory, as the Canadian rectified. If tribal sovereignty is to accident. Which look our team captain, Creative Western Adventures from sometimes narrowing interpretation of COMPENSATION For Canadian First Nations people court decision in Vincent noted, non - mean anything, it must at least mean Brian Lucas Jr. who was hurt and not Calgary, Alberta, NTC -Simon Read, the free passage right to almost non- AND wanting to work in the US, they must signatories to a treaty cannot claim that members of the sovereign are able to play in the Tourney. Although it NTC Administration, Clayoquot existence. be at least 50% Native ancestry, have a protected privileges under that treaty. empowered to travel within and though was a tough decision to say our boys Biosphere, Interior and /keys alit Band. HEALING According to a paper written by Brian "The restrictive Canadian treatment, traditional lands without letter from their Nation or a recognized their opted to stay. The boys played with Also thanks to people that donated To your rights if you attended Nickels, Editor for the Boston College learn more about First Nations organization (UNN, etc) balanced against the liberal American interference from other sovereigns. The heavy hearts. But without all the masks, weaved hats, paddles, bought hot International and Comparative Law residential school phone supposing this claim, and a long form treatment, potentially exposes interested realignment of U.S. and Canadian donations, our team would not have lunches and suppers, donated bottles for Review, "the need to realign American birth certificate. Although a green card individuals (members of native groups treatment of the Indian free passage been able to go up to Terrace to a bottle drive. Also thanks to Ketchkie, SCOTT HALL and Canadian law regarding the foe isn't necessary. Immigration and attempting to cross the U.S- Canadian right needs to occur in order to preserve compete. SO THANK YOU TO ALL Kitty & Lisa for cooking up in Terrace. LAWYER passage right under the lay Treaty is wild Cil rneship Chief of Passenger border) to disparities in the law," a right not only guaranteed in the post- THAT MADE DONATIONS. I put the So thanks to all of you that believed in apparent. The law VICTORIA Jan Pete in the United Stales, wrote Nickels. "Movement into the U.S. Revolutionary War lay t Treaty, but also for the Jr Boys. Kleco. Processing recommends donations in the order that they came in.. the cause Klee as buttressed by both statute and Canadian First Nations people wanting is highly deferential, and Indians enjoy a right, by the Canadian corms' own Ang. G Gail W. Joan L. and Chuck L. Coo way- 1 -800- 435 -6625 decisions from the federal coons and the to work in the U.S. get a green card. great respect for prehistoric rights; admission, that is older than European gave up their time to do cooking for ha On behalf of Scums Cu is Warriors FREE ANYTIME immigration administrative body, is CALL "Tou can get a green card, and it only however, movement into Canada occupation of North America" Ralph T. Lucas fairly well established. However, takes about 40 minutes to process the essentially places the Indian individual Page 8 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 - Page 9 Are you or a family member a patient ELEMENTARY hospital? in the vi. SECONDARY ACTIVITY, Ifyou would like 10 .see one alms remember you have to ask for us and J we can list you with the following: COURSE & MATERIAL FEES `r! f,. Assist with discharge planning itiPLIPS Work with our community for clear communication and ease of discharge A reminder to parents as the new school year begins, that the public schools - bL Be an advocate on your behalf should not be asking you to pay for regular education activities. You have NUU-C LAH-NULT RSI NG PROGRAM Vision Explain health care issues already paid for your children's education through the taxes you pay. Statement: Provide support to you and your family during your hospital stay The Nuu- chah -nulth Nursing Program partners with Nuu- chah- nulth -aht to deliver professional, Secondary schools usually charge an activity fee for a scheduler and a ethical, culturally sensitive, and Access N.I.H.B. as needed combination lock. It is optional to pay this fee. responsible care. Nurses shall maintain discipline in self and profession, as well as balance in approach. Available Monday -Friday lam - 3:30pm Secondary schools may also want to charge students a textbook fee. A slut... stew . PR Port Alberni, BC Vancouver, BC Nt ass textbook fee or deposit can only be charged if a student did not return all PlIONE Ina Settcher, First Nation David Clellamin the last year's textbooks. If the student returned all books last June, there Coping with Grief Advocate Nurse First Nation Advocate -lUs,s=1...16 TX, Ph: 723 -2135 ext.1109 Ph: (604) 875 -3440 should be no textbook charge. Ina .Snider RN BScN She will have people tell their story. Campbell River, BC Napkin, BC Schools and/or teachers may want to charge fees for course materials or ask First Nations Advocate Nurse Other suggestions to help people is don't Sandy Miller, Santana Rose students to bring materials from home. ask -Cant do something?" Instead do Aboriginal Liaison Nurse Aboriginal Liaison Nurse Only if a student wishes to make a project with better than basic materials something. One might say "I can -6578 Often we are faced with the challenge Ph: (250) 830 -6961 1- 250 753 can there be any material fees charged. The basic materials should be grocery shop for you" A person going a 4001 of helping family or friends through the Victoria, BC pager 716 through the grieving process to usually provided by the school. griming process In our culture, we Christine Atkins, Port Hardy BC very low on energy and might not even There should also be no charges for activities that are pan of a course such visit the grieving families and listen, Aboriginal Liaison Nurse Beth Scow think of what needs to be done Also you a field trip or activities away from the school such as swimming or share their grief in the immediate time Ph (250) 370 8847 Aboriginal Liaison Nurse are letting them know how important gymnastics following death. We bring food, offer Pager: 413-6124 1 -250 949 3440 they are to you you have any questions, please call Eileen Haggard at the NTC office, monies to help with expenses We pick Pager# (250) 949 -5219 If Do not tell a grieving person things like up family members and numerous other t*C411111101111=111-_ 1 877 677 1131 or 250.724.5757. she /he isn't hurting anymore Or time things we do very well But grieving will heal or I know how you feel. We do can go on for a long time and that is of know how the grieving person is when we might feel helpless . . feeling Trove your instincts to say the n.n Sometimes the grieving person may healing words. Speak from your heart need to tell you the story of the death hearts work Allow them the time to talk about their ram This is ok as by telling the story, the loved ones We maybe afraid to speak Back toscno01 person is letting go. Roselyn Crichton of the deceased afraid of hurting a who wrote "How to Help Grieving 1111111=11.1 Hiisteaak Shilth -iis Teech -Maa person more. But people need to talk People" says "It is therapeutic for B I D Z W G about their loved ones. Ask the person if P I A S K T P S F X people to repeat sad stories: it helps (Coming from the Heart) it is ok to share a story, a remembrance X R N O E R R G U N F E O R R them grasp the reality of death.' She you have of the one who has died Allow say she has met people who have not Are you at risk for Heart Disease? H B E C T O T L S B I R A I J the person the time Ashy crying coped well with a death is usually the May. Q X N A W I U M K Q N U L E B we are on the healing journey. Risk Factors people who have not told their story.. Age Gender R A L E K N N S P B H T S N S Family History High Blood Pressure D O M A C F J O W N D C E D E To All Tribes - Please return any medical equipment that you may have Diabetes Tiic('agc (Mental Health) Contact Numbers High Blood Cholesterol D O U H P A O C M E X T T S I borrowed from the Tseshaht First Nation Loan Cupboard, our medical equipment is Obesity and Overweight Smoking people in need of this service or if you have any H C E T L I L R B C F P T T L laming low and there are many Louise Tatoosh Kim Rai Physical Inactivity Stress medical equipment you would like to donate to the loan cupboard this would be Teechuktl (Mental Health) Supervisor Central Region Huupiistulth K S R W I O C G M J N L I R E Would you like to know if you are at risk? Want to get tested? greatly appreciated. Thanks. 5011 Mission Road (Prevention) Worker Tseshaht Health & Social Services Department local Health Nurse. G L A K T N M N M O B O N O P Tracy Robinson, P.O. Box 1280 151 First Street Call your Nuu -chah -nulth Community P.O. Box 1218, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M1, 7241225 X G M H J G E P I Q M O G P U Pon Alberni. BC V9Y 7M2 P.O. Box 278 Telephone: 250.724 -5757 Tofino, BC VOR IZ0 I T E A C H H R S R D H U S S Upcoming Events in the Nuu -chah -nulth Southern Region: Toll Free: I -888 -407 -4888 Telephone: 250 -725 -3367 Non -Insured Health Benefits S S A L C D N A B O P C I G N For more details call J'net August Huupiistulth Worker 720 -1325 Fax: 250- 723 -0463 Toll Free: 1- 866 -901 -3367 250 -726 -5370 E M I T D E B R E C E S S M P It's not too late to join the Tuesday weekly free family sign- Confidential Fax: 251Y724 -6678 Cellular: E -mail: [email protected] Fax: 250- 725 -2158 Program -NIHB P I N E W B E G I N N I N G S language class @ Tseshaht Treaty Office 6:30-7:30 E -mail: kfmmi @nuuchahnulth.org Medical Supplies and Equipment Program Weekly Hupacasath Kuunita (Backbone) Women's Circle Janet August ART NEW- BEGINNINGS /Specific Medical Supplies and Equipment are available to registered First Nations & on Wednesday's @ new Hupacasath House of Gathering, Noon - southern Region Huupastulth Anita Charleson Inuit for personal use when all of the following criteria are met: BAND -CLASS NEW -CLOTHES West Coast First Nations'Counsellor 3 pm. Everyone Welcome toys for kids. Recruiting interest in (Prevention) Worker The item is on & List: - the NIHB Medical Supplies Equipment BEDTIME PRINCIPAL 5001 Mission Road 151 First Street Prior approval, if required, o granted by NIHB; forming teams for upcoming TFN canoe challenge May long - BREAK -FOR -MOM RECESS P.O. Box 1280 P.O. Box 278 The item is not available to clients through other federal, provincial or other DANCES ROUTINE weekend. Tseshaht, Huu- ay -aht, Uchucklesaht. & Hupacasath Pon Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2 Tofino, BC VOR 2Z0 third party plan; and Telephone: 250- 725-4470 FRIENDS SCHOOL- PICUTRES members call Filet August @ 720-1325 if you want to organize Telephone : 250 -724 -5757 the benefit is supplied by a recognized pharmacy or medical supply & Toll Free: 1- 888-407 -4888 Cellular: 250 -726 -5422 equipment provider. GOAL- SETTING SPORTS a team and fundraise $500 entry fee. Cellular: 250 -720 -1325 Fax: 250- 725 -2158 The following process for obtaining Prior Approval is currently in place: HOMEWORK SUPPLIES Fax 250- 721-0463 E -mail: achadeson @nuuchahnulth.org - Client received prescription from authorized prescriber LUNCHES TEACHERS Confidential Fax: 250 -724 -6678 Client is assessed for medical equipment candies by health professional N.T.C. Nursing Updates /Schedules: MONITOR E-mail: jaugust @nuuchahnulth.org Bella Fred Health professional prepares assessment results and recommends supplies & CENTRAL REGION: NIHB equipment L Mary McKeogh - Ilot Springs Cove every Tuesday, otherwise at the Ucluelet Clerk - Client takes assessment to provider and selects products Health Clinic. Andrew Kerr Non -Insured Health Benefits for - Medical Supplies & Equipment provider completes paperwork (outlining client The Nuu -chah -nulth Research Ethics Committee Chris Corky - Tla-o- qui -aht plus one day per week focus on Sex Education and Northern Region Huupiistulth Psychological Counselling and info, benefits requested & costs) & faxes request, assessment and prescription was formed in December 2002 to deal with the Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases for all Nuu- chah -nulth communities. (Prevention) Worker Substance Abuse Treatment to NIHB for Prior Approval NTC Northern Region Office return of the blood samples obtained from the Lynne West is currently filling in for the Ahousaht nursing services. 5001 Mission Road Firm Nations and Inuit Health Branch- (FNIHB) reviews request and determines SOUTHERN REGION: 100 Ouwatin Road P.O. Box 1280 eligibility based on program guidelines Dr. Ward arthritis shady. Penny Cowan - Penny is at the Bread of Life on Monday and Wednesday mornings. Tanana. BC Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2 If necessary, Box 428 NIHB refers request to Medical Consultant for professional As pan of their terms of reference, they are responsible for the ethical review of Penny is at Hupacasath Tuesdays. P.O. Telephone: 250 -724 -5757 opinion on medical requirements requests to conduct research in more than one Nuu- chuh -nulth community. Upon Annet Muller Home Care Nurse for the Southern Region and Community Nurse for Gold River, BC VOP Toll Free: 1- 888 .407 -4818 283 -2012 - NIHB faxes letter confirming benefits approved to Medical Supplies and request, the Research Ethics Committee can also review request to conduct Uchucklesaht will be making community visits as needed for client assessment and Telephone: 250- Confidential Fax: 250- 724 -6678 Equipment provider research in an individual community. sen Fax: 250- 283 -2122 E -mail: [email protected] - Client receives supplies/equipment and signs form confirming receipt of The members of the Research Ethics Committee are: Larry Baud, thirteen Watts, Jody Vos continues to provide services to Tseshaht and Huu- ay-aht (Thursdays). email: [email protected] product Matthew Lucas, Karla Point and Helen Dick. Liz Thomsen continues to provide services to Ditidaht and Knee -Was. - Provider completes claims form & mails to claims payer for payment Nuu -shah -nulth members interested in entering into the If you are interested in conducting research, please note the following deadlines for Ina Softener - First Nation Advocate Nurse- Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm @ West Coast Questions or queries may be addressed through your community health centre submitting an application: General Hospital. Phone: 723 -2135 ext. 1109 (Community Health Representative- CHR), First Nations and Inuit Health Branch Practical Nursing Program Application Deadline Application Review NORTHERN REGION: Albemi @ 1- 800 -317 -7878 or NTC CHS NIHB Program Department @ 1 -888- 407 -4888 - starting in January 2006 at the North Island College Port Moira hard W - is providing nursing services in the community of !sumo every locally @724 -5757. November 15, 2005 December 12, 2005 at 724 -5757 Tuesday and Thursday, otherwise she can be reached at the Gold River Clink. This campus, please contact Lynette Barbosa Any denials may be addressed by an appeal process, contact the above offices for Applications can be obtained by submitting request to Lynette Barbosa is subject to change according to meetings, workshops etc. or through e-mail at [email protected]. further (REC resource person) (250) -5757 e-mail information at 724 or through at Pre-requisites for entry include: English 12, Math 10, and Biology 12, Submitted by R. Clon - CIl - NTC CHS NIHB Department Coordinator Ibarbosa @nuuchahnulth.org. Page 10 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 - Page 11 Birthdays and Congratulations _ poets nook In Memoriam - tatakwap whispering BEACH DAY CALLS MY NAME and guiding me today In Loving Memory of Rose Charleson oar I love this beach and 1 am thankful a,) September 2, 2005 for it, there is lot of stories . =1, As I walk the beach, I hear the birds sing TODAY... would have been your birthday the waves are going back and fourth behind this beach today i I know that you are in our hearts today... When l walk the beach it calls my name I met so many people on it too. I know' that you were very good cousin for me and my family saws I got a lot of friends on this beach a I can sit and hear the echoes TODAY.,.! am missing your smile and your presence Happy 28th Birthday to David Allan the that I hold on to in my heart, of people around me I know that you are in my heart today my dear cousin Watts on Sept 21st. From Mom & Dad, This beach is so beautiful to me As I pick the shells today You are gone, but not forgotten boo Nathan, sis lest & Dan & the Ross' I'd like to say to my son Richard Sam Jr They shine in my eyes and bright Written by Carol Mancrsdorfer I would like to wish my Wonderful I'm very proud of your 41i The wind is on my shoulders Carol Mattersdorfer Husband of mine Joseph Curley Jr. a accomplishments. You've came along _ % ae ways from being a student working at August I would wish very Happy I I Ih Anniversary do On 271h, like to a In loving memory PETER We would like to welcome our son of SAMPSON WEBSTER September 17Th, You are the world to the Tseshaht Market all those years. very Happy. Birthday to Linda Charlie. 'Qwaya Hugh Gordon Sam me my Dear I Love You with All My You needed a change and this one was Enjoy your big day there agent Lynn. "Ill Hutch" into our Nuuchalmulth OCT. 3 - SEPT 9 - 1993 Heart. And many more to come my very rewarding for you. You are now And have many, many more years to family. Dear. Love always your wife Hazel Assistant Ile was bom Sales & Catering Manager at come. From Anne and Hank. Nan, Peter I miss you Dearly, I realìor all the things you said and made time to teach We would like to wish our parents Aug 18th at West Coast General the Best Western 'Gnosis Resort. I me our songs and dances, and going to the potlatches Dart. Hospital at 5:06 am weighing in at 7lbs daunt up and down the Joe and Hazel Curley Happy 11th probably don't say this enough but I Sept. to Island. the Cedar bark trips, and Camping at Keltsmaht as a young girl, now it is all I8- Special Happy Birthday I lox. His proud are Nadine Anniversary an September 17th Have a Love you more than words can ever say. parents granddaughter Natasha Ann John. Luv me back to me now that my children are grown up. I regret not listening the first great day mom and dad love always Lots of love from your mom Catherine McGee and Hutch Sam. Ibis roots you baby! time, but 1 guess I did once in a while hear what you had to say because it is here and , , are Tla- from your kids Joseph III Carol Ten.- T. Watts. Ahousaht Hesquiaht o-qui- Sept. 19 -Real Special Happy I say it today to my children... I'm proud to say that you and Nanny Jessie are my Lynn, Dee -Dee, Crystal , And Your little aht Makah Sliammon and Klahoose. Birthday to auntie Vi Clark, you wishing Grandparents. l love you Nan Peter Rest in peace ! Miracle Boy Baby "Handsome" Happy 6th birthday to my world of ('humpy and Klakoo too our friends a n awesome day! From Dad. Lawrence. happiness... SHAUNTAY Kadaijah and family for your help and support Also to Rebecca Atleo, hope you love always your granddaughter, Gena Swan Mom & Dad they be strong and Krstm Thomas on Sept 1st 2005. I love ,especially army daughter Fran. ah enjoy your day Spuds. A friend Dad. CONGRATS on IAN Month of Sobriety. you babe, you growing very arc up Sept 20 - Happy Birthday sister Frank We know it may not seem long time but quickly. Still make me feel old doesn't Gail Hayes, where are u? Kidding, to us it's the world to us seeing our though ;) jk, it does. Enjoy your special missing you, hope you have a good day. Happy Birthday to my birthday parents sober. Stay Strong Dad you can day my princess. Love always, your Dart. buddy James Adams on Sept. 15. From do it. Just stay on the right side of the queen Mommy :1 Ilappy Birthday to Paul Hayes. Earl George. road and don't fall off; we know you can Happy 6th Birthday to my sister Sept 2, 2005 - Happy Sept. 21 -Happy Birthday to 15th Birthday .Love you always Dad & Mom. Love Ashley Latisha Thomas in Ahousat. to Johnson Richard John. From the Campbell & Charleson, proud son for my Always Joe Joe, Handsome, Carol, team.- Have a good day on Sept 2u1/05. we Dick & Hayes family. dear cousin Maureen Atleo and Moe Lynn, Ike -Ike and Crystal love you with our whole heart-_ love Sept. 30 - Happy Birthday to our Sutherland Jr. and Warren Alleo been For my Special Sista, "TOOT" sisterwrst Shauntay & auntie taro) for sunshine Richie Jae Thomas Jr. Luv there him. Well there Nephew, I Claudia Webster Toot I miss ya real Happy ahem birthday to Miss from grandpa Alec and grandma Dad. know that you had a good birthday your n.. lots!!!! I miss visits, our daily whether it Victoria Marsha Campbell) still a mom plan for you. So hope you had a Sept. 27 - Happy Anniversary to ' was at my office oral my house. I miss Campbell bud? jk... have a good day good one. Many more to come from 'f ri Floyd & Marion Campbell. those ohh ron tees hmmm... good bud... fr Jane n Tay /r Thank you Navy for sending us an auntie Carol, Don, Nick Fred Jessica cups ofjava, and our special chats. Toot Congratulations to Kim & Craig angel, on August 18th 2005. and baby Dawn Mattersdorfer. I Br.; D y4 aunt I just wanted you to know that you mean Mather on their healthy baby boy on Congratulations to Hutch Sam and Congratulations to my nephew Kyuquot Days compote "future generation." Submitted by Troia Bob a lot to me..and also that I'm so Aug 30th/05. Mr Clinton Mitchell James Nadine McGee on the birth of your son Carson Chester John and Tabitha (above) Dr. PROUD of you, and your Mather. 7lbs. cougrals to big brother 0 the miracle baby gwaya Hugh Gordon Thomas they share a beautiful baby girl. Dan Hall accomplishments today, your good JOB. Markus Mather. Sam Jr. We wish you the very best and The proud grandparents arc RoseAnne tows kids on Toot you are the world to me, I love ya Happy Birthday to James Gallic for 11744' love you lots. The gang in NY. John and my friend Vivian and Charles and I do miss ya, but keep up the good Sept. 6. From the Newnham family and tubes around Happy belated birthday to my sister Thomas of Ahousat, B.C. From auntie work. lust remember on your days off, I Savanah. Sprout Lake Mary Duncan on august 201h. thank you Carol Mattersdorfer. still live in the same place n' that Sept. 2 -Special Happy Birthday to and for everything during my stay in SECURITY GUARD STICKS OUT _ (below) hmmmmmmm... so good cup of lava Dad, Alm. Luv from your tribe. Also to AT THEPNE! Hey look commix being with you and mom was a out there to Wendy Gallic will be on for us. Love always your uncle Glen Walls, hope you have a good my dear sister Beverly McLean. she twin Sista Gana. blast . I love you very much love the ny checks Simon uncle. From Ina, Curtis, Molina & I witch. as the security watch lady at the PNE Read's BBQ 9P _\ Happy Belated birthday to our Tanaka Dick. this summer. Way to go sister.] know Grandmother /mom Ilappy belated birthday to Nadine Mar Webster on Sept 6 - Special Happy Birthday that you were so happy to share the skills at the McGee on August 22. thank you for On Sept. 5th, l would like to wish a August 15/05 love ya mom, and many tour grandson Alec Bob Thomas. Luv news annual NTC carrying my nephew for 9 months and good and good luck with your many more to come. Love always your from grandma Dart and very, very Happy 34d Birthday to On Sept. 12th I would like to wish a grandpa Alec, giving him life. we love honey that treats you so nice also. Well Picnic held daughter Gena, Larry, /alga. Ranch. you the gang Joe Jr. sister, I am proud of you and always Marlon (Waskeen) Mckinley. Hey, my very Happy Birthday to the special Warren, Kelli, Larry Jr Swan. in ny. last month at ñ laidyn Special Happy Birthday hour baby I hope you have lots of fun person in my life Hank Francis Charlie. To all! know that have to share with everyone little big guy, Happy Birthday to a friend Maureen my relations who's birthdays Sprout Lake Lmisha in Victoria, hope you enjoy your 1 on day. Your Anne's Whole, year has come in September. hope you have a good too okay (smile) and love you so much your big grama crows, another Att. on August 29/05, have a Moe day. Pros. Park. day babe! Luv from mom & dad, Joe Jr, and thanks for lolling me have your cutest most adorable munchkin. II can't and gone already. Where our earth does day. we miss you and love you . the From your friend GSwan Alec Bob, Marque] & Krysten, Jeriamah gang in ny. children too this summer. From your wait to see you.ou.. So much love always the time go. Hey, we boner live it up Happy Birthday to our nieces, Louie. I would like to wish my oldest sister Carol Mattersdorfer. from gram Anne and Hank. 1 can't 're getting up there, way. Cuff Shauntay Thomas September 1/05 - son Tommy Sept. 9 & 13 - nappy Birthday to Happy Birthday Barb & Guy believe you're a big boy now. always from your other half, Anne. Ashley Thomas September 2/05 Paul Jr and my husband Johnny John and our Ike & Francis Louie, hope you guys Sept. 5. Happy Birthday Linda Sept. nephew "big boy" Clifford Lucas my cousin Rebecca Aden and Violet Jr who have a good day. 10. Sept. 12 Clark a Happy Birthday on Sept 19111. Happy Anniversary uncle is gain to he 13, September 9/05, to Sept. 17 -Spacial Happy Birthday Also to my nephew Paul Hayes, friend Earl and Ann. Sept 13 Ilappy Birthday Beverly McEwan a great Friend on to our handsome grandson Gregory Gail Campbell, Ben Thomas and Bev Doug. SNSept. It Happy Birthday Joey. , September 20/05 many many more to Dick. Luv Grandpa Alec & grandma ,,,,, McKeown Ilappy on Sept. 20. Happy Birthday Sharon Sept. 20. Love / i a come hope ya all !! Birthday ,0) , have a nice day Marvin, Pearl and the kid. i From Gena, Larry, Swan and Family. To my sister Vicki Hayes and auntie , ., Evelyn All. Happy Birthday on Sept. N F I Oth. And to my Sweetie my husband a A COMIC BY RANDY BABICHUR O5 m - Johnny "Happy 2nd Anniversary on 4/0 11j..s Sept. 20th, I love you honey. Your sweetie Noreen. LET'S SEE .TREATY TREATY... AAAH -HERE IT 15' And Happy Birthday to Tom Paul Sr OH BOY! THE NEW 0.4M 7e POETRY- BIRTHDAYS... 4 on Sept 3 from your children Tmdee- OF -THE comics! Lyn& Tommy and your grandson Edwin. ISSUE THE We would like to say Happy y y HA- 5HILTH-5A! - Birthday to our little brother Earl HA Alexander Robert Levi George HA (Maaquiniis) on Sept. 15. Have a great HA HA Oh hinhday Earl. We love you always and forever. Form sister Ilene, Virgil, Corby Frank and Wayne Jr, Man Jane. Happy 6th birthday Jimmy Arthur Thompson, son to my world of Polly Jameson & Mom. Deban I happiness... SHAUNTAY Kadaijah and the late Art Thompson (ln August 26, I1 would like to a oh I happy Birthday to Jolene Frank wish Kristen Thomas on Sept 1st 2005.1 graduated from Federal Law (Keitlah) on Sept. 26. Enjoy your day very happy 80 Birthday to our mother glo 4,NL love you babe, you Enforcement 'hairdos are growing up very Center (July sis. From Virgil, Ilene & Corby Frank. Edith Joseph. Hope you enjoy your quickly. Still 15/05) at the Indian Police WHO Go S ' ' IGHT doesn't make me feel old Academy in Also to Mac Charlie Junior Happy special day Mom. Thinking of you and TO THOSE READERS though ;) jk, it does. Enjoy your special Artesia, New Mexico. After 4 months ,day, Birthday on Scot. 10. Happy 8th missing you from over here in Ahousaht. TO THE Comics. You KNOW WHO day my princess. Lave always, your of training he is now a law enforcement enjoy your day love Ilene, Virgil, Corby Lots and lots of love always from Anne, TASTE. queen;) Mommy. officer in Near Bay, Washington. Frank, Wayne You ARE-AND YOU HAVE GREAT Jr, Maryjave, Jim, Earl. I lank and family.

I -Sa - 8, 2005 Page 12 - Ha- Shilth September Ha- Shilth -Sa - September 8, 2005 - Page 13 Treaty Information ... Building Coordinator Nuu -chah -nulth Registry and Uu- a- thluk: Capacity Career Opportunities - q "i- core -tor -mis CLAYOQUOT BIOSPHERE TRUST SOCIETY - Registering events are very important! Nuu- chah -nulth First Nations have launched an exciting new approach to manage as Uu- a- think, aNuu- chah -nulth Resource ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT(S) Birth Registrations: It is important to get baby registered as soon their fisheries and ocean resound - Ucluelet First Nation - Housing and Property Manager consent for Registration/Statement Management Organization. One of the goals of Uu- a -thluk is to increase Huchah- Salary Commensurate with Experience possible. You must complete the parental Terms of Employment: Full time contract, day LARGE form birth certificate, these nulth participation in the management and harvesting of sea resources. The Uu -a- One full -time or two pan time positions available of Band Affiliation form and provide the Salary: To be negotiated Band or at the NTC thluk Capacity Building Coordinator will work with Nuu -chat -nulth communities, The Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Society (CBT) is seeking one full -time or two part- consent forms can be obtained through your Office Anticipated Mart Date: As soon as possible youth, and area schools to raise awareness and seize opportunities for employment time Administrative Assistants for its Torino and Ucluelet offices. Repining tome Office. Registration takes 6 - 8 weeks. Location: Ucluelet' British Columbia in fisheries management, harvesting, and related support industries. Executive Director and Community Coordinator, the CBT Administrative Assistant Transfers: Are you wishing to transfer to another Band? Write to the Band Description: Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a keen interest to increase Nuuchah- would be responsible for you want to transfer into. Once accepted you will need to complete a consent Preference will be given to those that have extensive experience with funding nulth participation in the management and harvesting of aquatic resources. The Tracking office expenditures and maintaining financial records; to transfer form, also, notify the Band you are currently in and let them know applications such as INAC (Indian and Northern Affairs Canada) and CMHC candidate will understand the importance of sea resources to Nuu- chah- nulth: Maintaining program information and CRT's files and filing systems; your intentions. (Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation). culturally and economically. Excellent communication skills (verbal and computer- Word processing and data input; and Marriages, divorces, Dame change, deaths: Please provide appropriatepp op riate Working with the UFN Chief & Council and UFN Housing Committee, the Housing based written skills) are required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, Arranging meetings including booking rooms for CBT Board and Committee certificates to up date the Indian Registry Lists. A consent form needs to be and Properly Manager will negotiate or approve rental or lease of properties on and advanced education desirable. Quantitative computer skills will be an asset, as meetings, preparing meeting agendas, assembling and distributing meeting materials completed for any name changes. behalf of the First Nation; ensure terms of lease agreements are well prepare and will good people skills and knowledge of fisheries issues. and taking meeting minutes. 18 soon? you would like your own registration number administer contracts for services, such as maintenance and renovation; Are you turning If Selected Duties: The full time Capacity Building Coordinator will be responsible property Candidates should have a Grade 12 education and related courses in secretarial a letter request Process also takes 6 - 8 weeks (no monitor progress and cost of work for the First Nation housing programs; compile then you have to submit of for. training business or office administration. Two years recent related experience is and maintain records on operating expenses and income; prepare expense and longer automatic). Placing Nuu -chat -nulth in work and training opportunities related to managing, required, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. income reports; ensure response lo trouble calls from clients or tenants. All documents are to be submitted to Rosie Little - Indian Registry harvesting, and other aquatic resource related industries Candidates should possess exceptional computer and software skills. Requirements: Administrator at the NTC Office, with the exception of Ditidaht, Hesquiaht, Work with NTC Education Department staff and external organisations to increase Flexible working hours will be required for this position as the CDT Administrative tirade 12 diploma and AScT, completion of college/CEGEP /vocational or technical Huu- ay -aht and Tla-o qui -aht Contact these First Nations directly. To have a Nuu -chah -nulth conte Vpmicipion existing education material and programs Assistant will be expected to attend CBT Board and Committee meetings during the training, Certified Administration/management skills, good interpersonal skills with status card issued through NTC froth these four First Nations please have your Develop partnerships with external organizations to improve delivery of existing evenings and weekends. Own transportation is required. conflict resolution ability, oral and written communication/reporting and proposal Indian Registry Administrator fax approval and your information prior to programs Candidates are asked to send their CV a letter of interest and references by preparation, organizational skills and excellent business acumen, proven experience coming into the office if possible. Research and obtain funding for a student travel bursary program September 19, 2005 to: David Fraser, Community Coordinator, Clayogont in developing and implementing housing policies, including collection and arrears, e Does your First Nation have their membership code in place? If so, and Develop partnerships between existing departments including First Nation Fisheries Biosphere Tart, PO Our 67,'Innen, British Columbia, Canada, VOR 2Z0 familiarity with contracts and Human Resource Management, excellent financial and you would like the above events recorded for "BAND MEMBERSHIP" then it programs, NTC Fisheries and local schools, designed to encourage career awareness Mold frame e ebbsoouotbinsohmo ore (250) 726-2086 budget management skills, proven database skills. is EQUALLY AS IMPORTANT that you contact them as well. and job placements How to apply: needs your current address and phone number so they Develop and secure funding for a student internship program, recruit and supervise Your First Nation By Mail: Ucluelet First Nation Personnel Committee, P.O. Box 699, Ucluelet, Uu- a- thluk: Program Manager in Training Treaty developments, letters and bulletins, interns can contact you regarding BC. VOR 3A0. By Fax: (250) 726 -7552 Nuu -chah -nulth First Nations have launched an exciting new approach to manage and addresses arc listed below for your Other Information: The preferred hase for the position will be Port Alberni. A First Nation phone numbers By Email: munager@ufn,ca (Michael A. lamellas, Administrative Manager) their fisheries and ocean resources Eu -a- think, a Nuu -chah -nulth Resource driving license and personal vehicle will be required. Occasional overnight travel - Closing Date: Friday, September 16, 2005 @, 4:30 p.m. Management Organization. One of the goals of Uu- a-thluk is to increase Nuu -chah- will occur. This position is fully funded through March 31 2006, and funded at half- nulth participation in the management of sea resources. The Uu- a -thluk Program me through March 2009, with the expectation that additional funding can be Ahousaht Manager in Training position is designed to develop the skills of an enthusiastic cured to create a full time position through March 2009. Salary: The starting (250) 670 -9563 - Fax: (250) 67ff 9696 Interested Caterers Nuu -chah -nulth member for a senior management position. ly salary will be about $50,000 per year, plus full -time benefits. have a keen interest to increase Nuu -chah- General Delivery Ahousaht, B.C. VOR IAO The "NTC Annual I IealhMability Gathering 2005" is scheduled for: Qualifications: The ideal candidate will The deadline for internal applications is 4:30 pm September 9th, 2005. Original Dare: Tuesday, September 20 & Wednesday, September 21, 2005. nulth participation in the management and harvesting of aquatic resources. The documents, MS Word, or pdf email attachments are preferred Faxed applications First Nation Place: Maht Mahs Gymnasium, Port Alberni candidate will understand the importance of sea resources to Nuu- chah- nulth: Ditidaht will be accepted at 250 724 -2172, Only candidates selected for interviews will be Lunch: Provided on Both days - Soup & Sandwich (60 persons ) culturally and economically. Excellent communication skills (verbal and computer - 1- 888 -745- 3366 - Fax: (250) 745 -3332 contacted. Dinner: Provided on Tuesday (100 persons) based written skills) are required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, .Étf, PO Box 340 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M8 For additional information contact Dr. Don Hall at (250) 724 -5757 or and advanced education desirable. Quantitative computer skills will be an asset, as Na NTC IS LOOKING FOR CATERING SERVICES FOR THIS MEETING dhall PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF FOOD SAFE CERTIFICATES IS will good peoplr skills and knowledge of fisheries management issues. be sent to: Ehattesaht Applications (your resume with a cover letter) should REQUIRED FOR THOSE SUBMITTING BIDS, Selected Duties: The full time Program Manager in training will be responsible for: Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council, PO Box 1383, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7MI 1-888- 761 -4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 Caterers will be expected to: Reporting to the Uu- a -thluk Program Manager on the progress of issues and LxIC-Y % Attn.: Human Resource Manager, needs for PO Box 59 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Prepare and serve above mentioned meals initiatives, assessing, summarizing and reporting on challenges. Fax: (250) 723 -0463 Email: [email protected] Provide coffee, tea, unsweetened juice & water throughout each day improvement, and successes attained (Word and pdf attachments accepted) Liaising with ether Uu-a -think staff members and contractors to maintain effective Hesquiaht First Nation Provide a healthy snack at each coffee break, i,e. muffins & fruit for each day Caterers will also be expected to dean up after each meal. communications between Uu- a -thluk programs and initiatives (e.g.. capacity New Toe Free 1- 866670 -1181 - Fax: (250) 670 -1102 building, fundraising, and outreach coordinators) . Quu'as West Coast Trail Society is putting on two seminars, Please note:: :. PO Box 2000 Tofino, B.C. VOR 2Z0 Scheduling and organizing Uu- a -Ihluk related meetings Coffee, tea, juice and water at start of each day one on financial management and one on the roles and wiih and Joint Coffee, tea, juice, water and chumas for approx. 60 people served at mid Preparing relevant information and material for Council of Hti Hupacasath First Nation responsibilities of the Directors or Council and the staff. morning & mid afternoon Tuesday AND midmorning on Wednesday. Technical Working Group Maintaining records of meeting (minutes, action items, and deliverables) (250) 724 -4041 - Fax: (250) 724 -1232 Seminars will be presented by Tom Abbott of Association Management Also note the following motion was passed at last year's AGM: Maintaining communications with individuals and staff's to ensure the completion of PO Box 211 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 Consultants Inc. "To advise the caterers (providing healthy snobs support healthy lifestyles. " ett The seminar on financial management will include: If you are interested please submit your bid and sample menu to: action items and deliverables I. Planning and Financial Budgeting Hand Deliver to NTC Office, Attention: Arlene Bill Administering budgets and writing compiling reports for hinders Ke:'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k'tles7erh' The position will he based in icon Alberni. A driving license ,may 2, Good Financial Management Practices At 5001 Mission Road, Pon Alberni, BC Other Information: (250) 332 -5259 - Fax: (250) 332 -5210 and personal vehicle will be required. Occasional overnight travel will occur. Initial 3. Financial Reporting to the Board of Directors or Council Or by fax: (250) 723 0463 elw General Delivery Kyuquot, B.C. VOP 120 THE DEADLINE FOR ALL CATERING BIDS IS NO LATER THAN 4:]4PM government feuding to support Uu- a -thluk is for 3', years, through March 2009, 4. Government Reporting Salary: The starting salary will be about $40,000 per year, plus full -time benefits. 5. The Role of the Audit Committee Friday. September ARUM. Only the successful caterer will be contacted. 9th, 2005. Original Mowachaht / Muchalaht These are all important topics and all volunteer directors or council should know The deadline for internal applications is 4:30 pm September Faxed applications (250) 283 -2015 - Fax: (250) 283 -2335 this information. documents, MS Wad or pdf email attachments are preferred. Only candidates selected for interviews will be Toll free - (800) 238 - 2933 The seminar on governance will include: Interested Caterers will be accepted at (250) 724-2172. contacted. PO Box 459 Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO I. Legal responsibilities of the Directors or Council. for: 4 The NTC Annual Assembly is scheduled For additional information contact Dr. Don Hall at (250) 724 -5757 or 2. A description of the role of the Directors or Council in governing the Thursday, September 22, 2005 & Friday, September 23, 2005. Date: dhall @nuachahnultb,org. organization Place: Mali, MohssO Gymnasium, those , Port Alberni Nuchatlaht First Nation Applications (your resume with a cover letter) should be sent to: 3. A description of the role of the Managing Director /CEO/ Band Manager in Time: 9:00am each day (250) 332 -5908 - Fax: (250) 332 -5907 Nuu chah -ninth Tribal Council, PO Box 1383, Part Alberni, BC V9Y 7MI managing the operations of the organization Provided on Thursday & Friday (100 persons) PO Box 40 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Breakfast: Attn.: Human Resource Manager 4. A review of the Director's and or Council responsibility to act in the best Lunch: Provided on Thursday & Friday (200 persons) Fax: (250) 723 -0463 Email: hr @nuuchahmulth.org interests of the Society or Organization. Dinner: Provided on Thursday & Friday (400 persons) Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations (Word and pdf attachments accepted) sa 5. A description of the differences between ex- officio, appointed and elected NTC IS LOOKING FOR CATERING SERVICES FOR THIS MEETING (250) 725 -3233 - Fax: (250) 725 -4233 Directors PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF FOOD SAFE CERTIFICATES IS FAMILY TIES HEALTHY BABIES PROGRAM PO Box 18 Tom o, BC. VOR 2Z0 6. A description of the legal and financial exposure of ex- officio appointed and REQUIRED FOR THOSE SUBMITTING BIDS. Ties is a program that offers information and support to help you Caterers will be expected to: Family elected Directors and Council. provide topics and serve above mentioned meals have the healthiest baby possible. Weekly drop -in sessions Tseshaht First Nation 7. A review and discussion of Codes of Conduct for Directors or Council and Prepare Provide coffee, tea. unsweetened juice & water throughout each day and guest speakers of interest to families. Everything from nutrition to Toll Free: 1- 888 -724 -1225 - Fax: (250) 724 -4385 the Managing Director/CEO or Band Manager. Provide a healthy snack at each coffee break, i.e. chumas and fruit for each day childbirth to adjusting to parenthood to infant massage. We are open to PO Box 1218 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7MI 8. A review and discussion of Conflict of Interest Guidelines. will also be expected to clean up after each meal. c Deliverables Caterers your ideas too! Please note: At the conclusion of this work, the attendees will have a clear understanding of In Ucluelet: Coffee, tea and water at start of each day their role and responsibilities as Directors in a not -for -profit society or Council Where, Family Ties, Davison's Plaza, #44620 Peninsula Road Uchucklesaht Tribe Coffee, lea, juice, water and chumas for approx. 175 people twice daily.) mid of an organization. When? Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (250) 724 -1832 - Fax: (250) 724 -1806 morning & mid afternoon) Attendance is recommended for board of directors and hand council members. How? Drop in or call: PO Box 1118 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 Also note: the following motion was passed at last year's AGM: Date: September 12, 726 or 2005 To advise the caterers of providing healthy snacks to support healthy lifestyles." Margaret Morrison, Outreach Counselor @ -2224 Time: 9 AM you arc interested please submit your bid and sample menu to: Kelly (habit. Public Health Nurse @ 725 -2172 Ucluelet First Nation If Location: Hanson Hall, 3940 Johnston Road, Port Alberni, B.C. Hand Deliver to NTC Office, Attention: Arlene Bill In Tofino: (250) 726 -7342 - Registration fee: $250.00 includes 2 sessions and lunch and snack. At 5001 Mission Road, Pon Alberni, BC Where? Coastal Family Place, 265 First Street, Tofino Fax: (250) 726 -7552 Please make cheques payable to: Quai a West Coast Trail Society. Or by fax: (250) 723 -0463 When? Thursdays from 1 1:30 am to 1:00 pm PO Box 699 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 To register please call 250- 723 -4393 and lease name or fax in name to 25ff 723- THE DEADLINE FOR ALL CATERING BIDS IS NO LATER THAN 4:30PM How? Drop in or call: Laurie Hannah, Outreach Counsellor, 725- 4399. Friday. Seutember 911 2, 005 Only the successful caterer will be contacted. 2172 Local 2 8, 2005 Page 14 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - September Ha- Shilth -Sa - September S, 2005 - Page 15 Arts OILMEN': A non -profit organization - Community Events has rooms to rent, by the day, week Klecko's ieekoo FOR SALE: or gentlemen mMnara,ala++ month. Very reasonable rates for Room These Eyes tell a lot yesterdays gate indctl clan, and very nice ADAM FRED MEMORIAL POTLATCH Weal Coat CLASSIFIED and Board. Also, there is a Boardmnm to fellow class- oinionnoos 1 in my eyes. Thanks my as to remember our young - may never be mine. So friends and ask that each of you join Shopping and tomorrow Akan for our family, available for rent. For more information out there mates Patty Titian, Kim Mack, Maureen 171k, 2005 at the Mehl Malts Gym, want to share with all readers man for who we all knew him. On September Baskets. .-111111/ Automotive phone 723-6511. so supportive and all the our opening ceremonies; we Employment Wanted/ shout my summer. II had a conversation Atleo, for being beginning at 10:00 a.m. We will close the doors to hold Made by' D &M ALTOCLEAN: -Well do your R, FRED & ASSOCIATES - media my friend. She told way to the end. will then serve lunch at 12:00 noon. If you have any further questions regarding this Frank. Services Offered with Lila Charlton Lavern dirty cleaning and spec!alisls. Professional quality publishing members: Gina Pearson work" Automobile her job. Tremendous job that We mad out what we wrote and feast, please feel free to contact one of the following family To an , me about make renewal. CARS - TRUCKS - RV'S - ed d chit dedicated to Margo Frank, and that was (mom) at 723 -4727, or Darken Watts (grandma) 724.4873, or loess Watts (auntie) you all did. Special thanks to my cousin order call 25,726- 2604(h), 250-725 - BOATS. 7429 Pacific Rim Highway. development accessibility for disabilities, cool, was loving the 724 -4987, Alfred Fred (father) at 723 -2042, Marie Johnny (Duncan) 746 -8445 Esther, Terri and all the ones that helped, pretty I nervous, but or 3367(w)_ mon -fri Sam -0:30pm. Phone 720 1/110CCASS1015 contract writing & business development. aunt, -2211. I can off of other grandma, granny Floe (Alert Bay) 974 -2485, or Deane Wadhams, 974-5472. telk'411li CALL Call Randy Fred take my daughter Jessica m Victoria, fact that still learn PROFESSIONAL BODYWORK. at (250)741.153. it's free. Renee Little my FOR SAI E: Native designed PROFESSIONAL available for B.C. for the Waterslides, movies, golf, people and Will do professional bodywork and dertn, for you jewellery; silver, capper, gold k1KINUlt Workshops/ Conferences. Healing and on the outing she shared with me friend, my hands are applauding Rocky Kano -pit Titian painting. 14 years experience. Experienced, too, you done a good job with your 1st. 2005 at Third Hall in Ahousaht. engraving, none setting. Contact Circles/Retreat, Cane Journeys. that she had so much fun. Without you invites you to a feast on October the certified welder on -sio. Marcel toms d.. that Gorton Dick by phone 723 -9401. Contract or full -time position. Holistic guys doing and excellent job. I must words of wisdom, and the power Following dinner Rocky will give names to the great grandchildren of his 723 -1033. I C-.(7.I2,(3AI . IONS massage and aromatherapy with essential you to the the gym that WANTED' I am looking for someone send you many thanks. I really took crowd in late parents, Ambrose and Margaret Titian. FOR S.I.P.: 1989 Ford Econoline 17 atr.erwoeven to make Abalone buttons. Call 723- *mg, oils by Raven Touch. Please contact appreciate that you guys were looking night also. You have an excellent voice passenger bus. Auto, runs great. $5500 oho w rNalH 7134. Eileen Tache 0250 -726 -1369 or 726- the children. Lila said that and it does wonders, she was in the 723 -2308. out for all Jack Family Potlatch FOR SALE: Carvings such as coffee 111L 5505, music program and man she sang her FOR SALE: 1990 Ford 2 wd I ton crew they got a lot of donations from various FFOR RENT: Equipment for Newman will hosting a Potlatch on October 8, table tops, clacks, plaques, 6' totems, power point heart out the whole audience Den lack Sr. and Claret. be Family cab on propane. $2500. 735 -0833. places, That they made an excellent turn and got and DOD presentations. Projector and The potlatch is in the name of Christopher lack. We canoes made by Charlie Mickey 731 - with her. Way to go 2005 starting 10 a,m, sharp. 1993 Honda Del Sol Si. yrA,cmekw a..r PliN16114111 out for our children. Special thanks to going and singing PO FORE: Screen. By the how or Or. Deposit to and join us. We will be doing Cleansing Ceremonies for 4176. Place an order my mail Box To all the ones that participated, invite you come 165,000 kens, 5 sod., body kit, blue, Telephone: 750- my dear cousin Melody Charlie She bud! 73, Zeballos, BC, VOP 2A0. required. 724 -5290. numerous embers of the family. We will be giving Indian names to the newest motegi white rims, removable top, partial was an awesome worker and very way to go always know that we all have WANTED: NCN women enjoin my please call Claire Newman a FOR SALE' Genuine Authentic basket power that members of the family. If you have any inquires turbo kit, and more. $9,000. 735 -2225. Slaty Kay team. outgoing at the Gym for Margo's party some talent, knowledge and weaving grass. Linda Edgar, phone fantastic. Perfect way to (250) 957 -2487 or Ben lack Sr. (250) 283 -7337 or email Claire Newman at Willard. on Aug 27th, NIn5. You have so much is hiding within our heart and souls. 250-741 -1622. invest i n a home based business. clareltajoan@hotmaiLcom. Thank you. Ben Jack Sr and Owens Newman FOR SALE - 1997 Ford Amino Van. Call me for more information Rasalco u offer to our community. You have in Thanks to the Basketball Team BASKET WEAVING FOR SALE: Ven good condition, lus been cared for TS.k TRUCKING SERVICE Moving Brawn Cu385 -9906 or and talent that just slicks Rebecca's girls, done the luncheons and . mail lot of ambition Grad Hat Regalia, Baskets, Weaving and used sparingly. Call I- 360-635-2019 And Hailing. Reasonable Rates. Tom Gus, 61C$eMciteeom a even serving POTLATCH rnsalecb Ill Way to go 1 send you a lot of they were doing good job, DAVID FAMILY MEMORIAL material, specializing in Maquina Hat evenings aller 6:30 pst. Elizabeth Lime 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, B.C. IIS III, Il II, FOR RENT: At the applause. Melody really encouraged me s. Good waitresses in the near future. The David family will be hosting a memorial potlatch for the Tate Dan David, Earrings. Available to leach at Parker. Phone: (210 724 -3975. Tseshahl Adminis ve Buildings, Pon to take the literature, writing and poem Kleco. Kleco to all my friends and Saturday 15, 2005 at the Tofino Community Hall starting at non. conferencesracers and workshops. Call Julie October FOR SALE: 318. 44 (lodge, 17 ft 10", FOR HI ,Pickup truck and driver. Need Alberni. For more information call the program. f met this guy his name was family for encouraging me to go to this invites you to join us to remember our late husband, father, Josephs (250) 729 -9819. The family cordially electric hookup, rebuilt trente, good something trammeled or towed'! ',smirk First Nations 01tice at (2501724- whale teeth, whalebone,, Jordan Wheeler and he was awesome 1 program for the weekend. the end. WANTED: brother, uncle and grandfather. running order, propane stove, double bed, Trmspon/move tombac. Midges 1225 or toll free 1 -880- 724 -1225. mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt sure learnt a lot of what he made of Carol Mattersdorfer If you have any questions please feel five to contact Debbie David at (250) 725 -3735 micoave, fridge, closet/bathroom, dining outboard moms. Sam bat canoe or travel Ha vine a Sttle trouble keaoine tints trade beads. Lv, msg. For Steve and himself today. Ile was pretty open- Ahousaht First Nation office or (250) 725 -2723 home after 4:30pm or Ernest David at (250) 725 -2792. table. storage. Moving must sell. 52500. trailer towed or moved_ Ily the km and by ur lawn growth and vard Elsie John 1604- 833 -3645 or c/o ? by Aug. 7111. Phone Gideon Smith 751- the hour. Call 250.724s200. dlwrr are pal Orris & Darryl or 4141.7206 St, New Westminster BC Annual Eiders Raffle .112. Swath, Advisory tar Histori,s. Governance, leave a message et lay home. Reasonable V3L3C5. Draw Date Deadline: All Ticket Stubs and Proceed. must arrive in Campbell To of Tla -o- qui -aht and Constitutions (filming governments). rates for mowing and and ramie' !mark Communities FOR SALE: Native painting, Call Marine by 15th 2005, To View Prigs go to: www.bcelders.coee contact Harry at 724- 2313. until IRO p.m! eery day and home by River noon Sept a Lau Celebration of Life- You are cordially invited to dinner to help me Bruce Naokemus (250) 728 -2397 BOAT FAIR SolI7 - 25 foot Raider. Or Call About Tickets: 1- 877 -738 -7288 (in BC) 1992 NI: U-O'HAH -NULTH NATIVE 2:30. Leave a message at Darryl loans celebrate the life of my son, Simon, at the Tofino Community Hall. The date WHOPULTHEEATUK- Sandra Aluminum cabin, open lore and all deck, Please make sure that your Elders are not leg out of this draw for any reason and that LANGUASJE: Transcribing in phonetics - 1730 -2880. P.M. Please Howard, Mustache's, Cedar Weaver. adjustable rowboat bracket, tandem you have your own tickets purchased fora chance to win I of the 50 prizes available. and Omen set for September 18th, 2005 at 3:00 mark this for meetings. research ',mice., personal me. Has, Caps, Pouches, Baskets, Mats, galvanized trailer. $19.900 without engine, Some Chiefs and Councils/Groups/Leaders have pledged to purchase tickets and gift down on your calendar as there are people. who were there for me and my limed rates. Phone liar, Loom at 724- Mlsceliaoeous and Roses for Sale. Price Negotiable. $79,900 with 2001 - 225 Mere Optima. them to their elders or staff. family during my son's crisis, that I would like to acknowledge I would be 2313. Ilan, or Trade. Ph: 250-283-7628. Call Roger Franco 723-0005 FR FF LAYGIIAGE /'I ASSES: at WANTED: A comfortable sofa or futon in 2 1 share going to this office and t presence and to seeing you there. Klee. Raffle Profits will be split -ways, with (BCECCS) honoured with your look forward mai ho0mek condition (no @hotmail.con. BOAT FOR 391 Pt MV Ropes - no license. Ilupcawh hall. language Instructor - Tat excellent rips, marks or share being won by an Elder's Group who has donated to this draw and. sold kleco. Howard Tom, Sr. Ila -wilt h Nash -qua BOSE AMBROSF: Basket weaving, 40' fiberglass. Ex -freezer yeller, Fully Tame&. Monday and Wednesday Nights. 7 stains), reasonably priced. Pon Alberni tickets to help with its success. shawl,, node, headbands, roses, etc equipped. Freezer system only 2 years old. out to 9 pst. (tiring your own pen and 723 -9706 after 4:30 p.m. cheques out lo the BC Elders Center (Please make /money orders Communication Also teach 723 -2106. Harold Little (250) 670 -2477. paper). Parenting Skills for Parents and 4 -SAI E 4Pc pn. Sz bedroom set in good Society and mail the Raffle stubs to 1420 C 16th Avenue, Campbell River. LES SAM WITH Classifieds RUCTION FOR SALE -40' Ex- troller and Song nets Tots. Fridays from 3 -4 pst. EVERYONE cone., headboard iv/mirror, 4 drawer no one ('ONNi BC, V9W 2E3. Please factor in the postage times when your shipping Ill that NOOTKA ART COLD & SILVER: made to order. Call Robert Johnson Sr. IS WELCOME. mu Mee°. Edward dresser w /mirror, night stand, Asking bmeetefs, and stone is late for the Annual Elders Draw- on Sept. 15th 2005). continued ring, pendants, (250) 724 -0799. Tomb Certified Linguist. $150.0D Call 720-0302 Thank you for your help stub this annual fundraiser, settings by Gideon Smith. Sales this FOR SALE: Area "G" Al Troll License TUUS SHARE YOUR WESTCOAST TRANSITION yearr till year -end spend 5150 on sab er Gilatasla, Donna Stirling, BCECCS Coordinator 37.5 R. Coined Louie Prank Sr. at 250- TALENTS WITH YOUR ELDERS: HOUSE EMERGENCY SHELTER: jewel, and get 50% off on next hein. mums, 670 -9573 or leave a message at she volunteers required for the following: For Abused women and their Children on O rders over $150 can be delivered as far Ahousaht Administration mOffice al 250- ,Give demonstrations ilaaVm teach basket call 24 hours toll free. I -877 -726 -2020. A Nuu- chah -nullh family of three lost everything in an apartment Gold as Port Alberni to Victoria and *-" 670 -9563. ving, carvintsOa,painting, lac. Ode also PORT ALBERNI TRANSITION fire in Port Alberni on Wednesday, August 24, 2005. Donations arc Campbell River with a $15 delivery FOR SALE: New and Used Barclay Sound charge. Phone 2507519412, need cultural entertainment Contact HOUSE: Call 724 -2223 or call the Sockeye Nets. (250) 923 -9864. urgently needed for the following: I t/u year old baby boy: clothes, Missing/misplaced: Precious shawl. Darlene Erickson at 724 -5655, nearest local shelter or crisis center. WANTED: 18' - 19' Fiberglass Deep V toys, any other baby items clothing size 3, shoe size 6, women's Please return call 250 -724-5290. No /'INST AID TRAINING: Canadian Red R..P 1ly FOR CNILD FN: House of Win -Cl'ee Fishing Boat, Son Top, (Double Engle. questions asked. Kleco. Cross Certified First Aid Instructors Lavern 310 -1234. clothing size L or 16, Men's clothing size XXL, pants XL or 42. Deaym, First Nations Aboriginal Houston, tack Call Dale or Barb @ 250 - Reprez.el 'Fashion and Ales Frank are available to teach First WANTED: Medical Equipment such as Specializing in Native Vinyl -7149, Household items: bed and bath linen, kitchen ware, furniture, small MISSING: Graphics. .3 Aid to your group, office, or community. wheelchairs etc. Can be dropped off at the Made/All Sizes). All OBWw CANOE BUILDING: Will build canoe, or appliances, etc. Please Steven or Lorrain Mack @ 723 -4016 or One 18" x 18" clear, plexiglas display Deals. (Custom Classes can have up to 24 students. Phone Tseshaht Band Office. 5000 Mission Road, mum B.C. vow SW Call Harry Lucas basket (circa types of Native Graphics. Call Now! leach how to build canoe. (2501725 -3367 or (250) 726 -2604 for more at box with woven cedar rE_555 e.n m= Yee -79]5 Port Alberni. Contact Gail K. Gm 724- 724-1494. drop off @ 3895 11th Avenue, Pon Alberni, Monetary donations early 1900's) was discoveredd missing Celeste lacko. Ph: 604 -928 -2157 or Ewa, wwf,eenp«altcr

16 Ha- Shilth -Sa September 8, 2005 N.E.D.C. BUSINESS NEWS ,,. ...,.r Summer Student Youth Business & Jack Marsden -4F Communications

Age + Coordinator s 21 talk Tamara Fritzsche Tribal Affiliation Age 30 + Tribal Affiliation a Ahousaht Occupation Ahousaht N.E.D.C. Summer Student / 4. Occupation "fros-.- . . N.E.D.C. Youth Business & Bachelor , _ Entrepreneur / Of ,"J.f'6 Business Administration !'., ;i; Communications Student Coordinator i; ' : ,.. t. . like the conflict resolution, and team building. I With summer 2005 coming to an end that kept me bound to the office. This N.E.D.C. would to introduce newest member of their team, Tamara see the potential in all human beings, N.E.D.C. says "Good Luck" to their year I got to appreciate what goes on Fritzsche Rampanen) who began on whether their strengths are academic or student, Jack Marsden, who is returning "behind the scenes" and all of the work (nee 2005. Tamara shares her life- taught. I feel comfortable working to complete his studies at Malaspina that is required for a project. August 24, with large groups, as well as one -on- University - College. Jack had these Have you learnt / experienced thoughts and goals in this recent one, and feel that I am an easy, thoughts to share about his experience at anything at NEDC that you will take interview: informative person to talk to. As the N.E.D.C. and his future: away with you? Tell us a little about yourself? I am a mother of two beautiful children Communications Coordinator for NEDC What has motivated your education / I have experienced the importance of I feel my writing and presentation skills career decisions? teamwork and good management. Most - Joel who will be 15 soon, and Mercedes who is 12. I am married to a will be an asset; and as the Youth I'm at a point in my life where I am of NEDC's staff has been here for years wonderful and inspirational man - Business Coordinator I feel that my beginning to be able to choose what I and there is a reason for that. NEDC's Robert. I the only to easy -going approach will be successful want to do. NEDC has opened so many management is very knowledgeable, am daughter in acquiring and motivating youth doors for me personally and understanding, and have created a Charlotte and John Rampanen Sr., and Jr. I am the favourite interest. professionally. Here were so many comfortable environment to work in. Sister to John also aunty to many. I take pride in being Have you learnt anything from your networking opportunities so I had a This is extremely important in terms of from is no previous experiences that continue to chance to get my name out there. The creating motivation and a sense of Ahousaht, to me there place more warm and loving and so full of impact you today? experience and contacts that I've gained importance and belonging. I've learnt to always believe in myself here has opened many doors for me. Do you have any advice to other life! What has motivated your education / and that it is just as important to love i When making a career choice now I can youth, something that you may know career decisions? and respect myself as it is others. I look choose something that I want to do, so a now that you wished you knew back My family. As a wife and mother I am within to find happiness, and from there position that makes me feel like I can then? extremely motivated by what is best for share it with those around me. make a difference in. For example, Be willing to learn from the people my family, and ensuring that I continue Do you have any advice to offer your NEDC is open to any suggestions I around you. There is nothing more a role model to the many peers, is there a `motto' to your life? have. valuable than learning from your peers to be good family The most important woman to me is my What are your long -term educational and supervisors. Education can only young people in my life. My comes first, and the love I feel for them Mother. I often have said that when I / career plans? Where do you see take you so far; it opens many doors. is reciprocated in their unconditional grow up I want to be just like her. It is yourself in 10 years? The rest is up to you. Take pride in what support they shower on me. important to have role models. My My educational goal is to obtain my you do because a little hard work can go What are your long term educational motto for life would be `when one door Bachelor of Business Administration a long way. / plans? Where do you see closes, another is quick to open'. I try with a major in Finance within a year What is your best memory of NEDC career yourself in ten years? not let minor setbacks discourage me. and a half and with at least a B average. Summer 2005? What is an ordeal today will be After that there are a few designations Going on various client visits with the I completed 1st Year Law in 2000, and forgotten tomorrow. Sometimes I need I would be interested in obtaining development officers and creating, "You one day would like to complete my Law that my Mom to remind me of this advice. or maybe going back for my MBA. and Money Personal Financial Degree, with a focus on International - As you look forward what do you see has Management ". Observing the Law. I also aspire to become involved in Career wise, NEDC expressed yourself doing at N.E.D.C? interest in me being an Intern upon developmental officers interaction with the Assembly of First Nations and plan I hope to meet the youth in our completion my education. After that clients and watching the proposed on running for Grand Chief when I am of communities and express to them the I would in developmental business idea(s) become a reality for that 50. In ten years, I see myself a be interested importance of following their dreams. lending and/or becoming a financial individual, organization or band, is an successful and healthy Gramma. Each one of us are unique, we each planner. amazing thing to see. It is a momentous You have a diverse education and have a wealth of skills to provide. We You've two at occasion to know that you have created career background, how do you see worked summers each have ideals, just make sure your NEDC, have the two experiences been employment for yourself and or others your skills as beneficial to your living out your own, not someone else's. different, and how so? and have control over your future. current position? Last summer (2004) was very much a N.E.D.C. would like to take this I have a Bachelors Degree in learning experience for me: the opportunity to thank Jack for all his Psychology, completed the Legal Studies SPIRIT OF BC - 2010 orientation process, learning NEDC's hard work and dedication. For a man for Native People Program at University is hosting informational meetings and programs, and getting my name out of his age Jack certainly has of Saskatoon, and also was a fully workshops: there and travelling to some of the accomplished a lot, and has a very delegated Child Protection Social "Are you thinking out of the box? communities. This summer I had bright and successful future ahead of Worker. Over the past few years I have Games opportunities and You!" specific tasks that were time sensitive him. We wish him the best. focused on self-development and have September 14, 2005 @ the Barclay facilitated workshops in self-esteem, Hotel Nuu- chah -nulth Economic Development Corporation 12:00 pm - 1:30 (250) 724 -3131 "Exploring Sport Tourism www.nedc.info Opportunities in our Community" to promote and assist the development, establishment and "Understanding and identifying opportunities for our community" expansion of the September 14, 2005 @ Echo Centre business enterprises of Nuu- chah -nulth Tribes and 3:00 - 4:00 pm Tribal members Contact Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce at 724 -6535 or the NEDC ea!uttatiag 21 raVed - t9t4 -20105 Office for more information!

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