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Keitlahs' commitment rpc- celebrated at feast a d By Denise Ambrose that the Central Region is hosting this Central Region Reporter celebration in our community because we are equally proud of Nelson as he has always acknowledged his roots from Tsahaheh - Hundreds gathered at Maht here. He leaves a great legacy and we ät 4 Mahs to honour former Central Region are honoured to have you here in our / Co Chair, Nelson Keitlah and his family community," said Watts. on Saturday, June 14th. The singing of Nuu -chah -nulth song Tom Curley of Tla- o- qui -aht First led by Keitlah officially marked the Nation acknowledged families of those beginning of the celebration of his long v- that recently lost loved ones after the and fruitful career in politics. introduction of emcees, Dave Jacobson Richard Lucas presented gifts on behalf and Darlene Watts. of the Central Region to former Southern Region Co Chair, Richard Watts and his kIof r/jr In his own language, Cliff Atleo wife Faith. In his remarks, Lucas said r Sr. spoke on Keitlah's progres- Watts fought for the rights of not only t a . sion from Ahousaht Chief Tseshaht but also all NCN nations. "He cy,_ fights hard and he sticks to his principles Councillor to Secretary N... a a - no matter how Treasurer of the Native unpopular they may be," Nelson Keitlah (standing) and wife Ruby (seated) were saluted by all said Lucas. Brotherhood of BC to NTC Nuu- chah -nulth for their many years of service to Nuu- nulth The Central Region leadership went on chah- -aht. Central Region Co- chair. to present gifts to Nelson and Ruby Both Nelson and Ruby thanked the sequences of political "He is a master diplomat and decisions and that Keitlah on behalf of the region's people. Ruby said it has been hard over is testament to his foresight," he said. master negotiator," said Atleo. Ha'wiih. the years and she spent a lot of time NTC Executive Director Florence In his own language, Cliff Atleo Sr. praying for her husband. She thanked Wylie thanked Tseshaht Ha'wiih and Those that arrived to honour Nelson described the various roles Keitlah has the people of the region for their kind- community members for allowing oth- included Nuu -chah -nulth (NCN) fulfilled over the years on behalf of ness and the show of love and respect ers to share in this Central Region cele- Ha'wiih, other leaders, muschim as well NCN people. From Chief Councillor in for her husband. "I ask all of you who bration in their territory. She also as prominent people from the non -native Ahousaht during the 1960's to Secretary are married to a leader pray for them and thanked the Central Region Ha'wiih for community including: Denny Grisdale, Treasurer of the Native Brotherhood of support them," she concluded. acknowledging a wonderful human former Treaty Chairman; Gillian B.C. to Central Region Co- chair, Atleo Many more gift presentations, stories being. "Many of the staff at NTC Trumper, MLA; Bill Cafferata and told of the many accomplishments of of Keitlah's involvement in politics and appreciate the work and dedication Linda Coady former executive of Keitlah's political career. "He is a mas- words of praise and gratitude followed. Nelson and Richard have put in for us. MacMillan Bloedel /Weyerhaueser; ter diplomat and master negotiator," said Mayor Ken McRae said he knew and He (Nelson) gave encouragement, Heinz Dyck, Provincial Treaty Atleo, alluding to Keitlah's role in the interacted with many NCN leaders from advice, a shoulder to lean on and Negotiator; and Ken McRae, Port negotiation of the Clayoquot Sound grade school days. He congratulated prayers for strength. He is appreciated Alberni Mayor. Interim Measures Agreement. Nelson and presented a gift on behalf of for empowering the staff and standing Tseshaht Elder Bob Thomas and Chief Nelson and Ruby were presented with Port Alberni. up for NCN issues. I will be relying on Councillor Dave Watts offered words of cedar bark woven capes, hats and a Northern Region Co -chair Archie Little the lessons from Nelson and Richard in welcome to the people gathered in their beautifully carved cedar box made by thanked Tseshaht, the Ha'wiih, all NCN my work in the days to come," said traditional territory. "We are honoured artists of the region. and all non -NCN that answered the call Wylie. to come and pay respects to a great man. He thanked Keitlah for guiding and Ruby thanked the people of the r assisting him when he first started as region for their kindness and the Northern Region Co-chair. "He was show of love and respect for her there in the beginning when we first started to wrestle power away from DIA husband. "I ask all of you who $ and prove to them that we can manage are married to a leader pray for and today we have one of the strongest them and support them," she n tribal councils, one that Nelson helped to said. build," said Little "Thank you to Nelson and his family Speaking on behalf of newly elected for all that he's accomplished in serving Central Region Co- chair, Shawn Atleo, NCN citizens. He has been a crutch to Dr. Richard Atleo acknowledged Keitlah lean on, someone with seniority in the and thanked people for coming to pay organization to guide the new ones honour to him. Shawn was unable to r along," said Southern Region Co -chair attend due to prior commitments. David Dennis. "There are many young "His contributions," said Dr. Atleo, "are ones here to rise up to the challenge of not only to the people of Ahousaht or to a. taking over leadership, and Nelson said it is them who Ahousaht's Tim Sutherland leads the singing of a dinner song. have to live with the con- continued on page 2

If undeliverable, please return to: Ha- Shilth -Sa Away- from -home meeting in Victoria Page 3 P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Scientists focus blame on everyone Page. 4 Huu- ay -aht hosts World Salmon Summit Page 5 NATIONAL . LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPER 395 COLLECTION (17) Newstand Seagull egg harvesting. Page 6 WELLINGTON ST. .. 11 OTTAWA, ' Price Nuu- chah -nulth celebrates grads Page 7 ONTARIO K1A ON4 . $1 Tyee Ha'with gets Coast Guard award Page. 11 NEDC Business News Page 20 1JJ1NV,_.._, - _ _- Page 2 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Su - June 19, 2003 - Page 3 Ha- Shilth-Sa newspaper is - LETTERS and KLECO'S published by the Nuu- chah -nulth Away- from -home meetings 1 Tribal Council for distribution to Ha ShihhSa mill include letters renewed from its readers. All letters MUST be ) the members of the fourteen M.. signed by the writer and have the writer's naive, address & phone number on it. Names can be by request. net chah-nuisis First Nations as well .it withheld tInnnrmeas submissions xl it be accept- begin in Victoria other interested groups and indicid- rd. b r ! Rs 1.111,111111, /so sub -group caned Ma- ninth -aht and they wort. We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, gram- uals. Information & original have initialled an mar and good taste. We will definitely ant publish letters dealing with tribal or Southern Region Reporter AIP," she said. "What 1 contained in this newspaper i, does this mean personal disputes or issues that are critical of Nuu -shah -nabh individuals or for NCN? Well at this copyright and may not be repro- moment NCN are working hard to find a. groups. Victoria - Nuu-chah -nulth Tribal duced without written permission out if any conflicts exist in the Ma- nulth- a w All opinions expressed In letters to the editor are purely those of the Council treaty table representatives aht AIP and if there are any concerns for from: writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the Now- spoke to more than two Moen Nuu- NCN. Once this comparative analysis is Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council chah!nuhh Tribal Council or Its member First Nations. chah- nulth-aht at the first in a series of done we then can either offer our sup- s P.O. Box 1383, treaty update meetings for those living J port or express our eoncems. What we Port Alberni, B.C. away from home. are doing is being very cautious," she Keitlah celebration An overview of the entire treaty process Michelle Corfield, Willard Gallic, Archie Little, Cliff Mien Jr. and V9V 7M2. e continued. "What is the difference 1 was explained through The BC Treaty David Dennis lead a discussion on treaty issues al the New Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 continued from page /° between the two groups? One NCN is Horizons Commission video "What's the deal with Centre in Victoria. Fax: (250) 723 -0463 made up of First Nations that had con- the region but to all NTC and even all treaties ". The video offers basic under - cerns with the first agreement and want- es, NTC Treaty Manager Cliff Moo Jr. Little Welt page: men now-halo:WM fox BC and Canadian First Nations." .trading of the forces driving the treaty also spoke of the recent Supreme iy }* ed to negotiate a different deal address- spoke on the current issues facing the Court challenge Darlene Watts who introduced NCN (} negotiation process and the issues being Mat ruled against 'M ing those eoncems. Big eoncems were Nuu- chah -nulth in treaty negotiations, 2003 Subscription rates: political pillars' said, These are our negotiated. Ahousaht's Tom Paul, and pens the \ fisheries, governance, land, taxation and including the Mn -nulth Nation. door for the provincial government political warriors that were there when to $30.00 per year in Canada & $35. 100alnty Ma- nulih -aht was ready "The troubling thing the pros we made the decision that we wanted Nuu- chah -ninth Tribal Council and is that tn. dictate Aboriginal rights. /year U.S.A. and $40. !year foreign willing to negotiate our own government n behalf of our based on the old sial government is saying the Ma- nulth, CoKeld then spoke on governance countries. Payable to the Nuu -chah- treaty table representatives spoke AIP, so they -muxw chiefs: Nelson Rental, Simon Lucas have," she said, before Inu-ney and Sliammon AIP is the issues, before Michael McCarthy from nulth 3 to more than two dozen Nuu - introducing height their Tribal Council. and George Watts. What we have today the two NTC co-chairs in of mandate," said Aden. the NCN Residential School Healing chah- nulth-aht at the in a attendance. "Self government s the direct result of what these men did I.1 first agreements am being Project gave a presentation on the "1 spent most negotiated Manager / Editor, for us. -"Political pillars" Nelson Keitlah, Simon Lucas and George Watts series of treaty update meetings of my life living off' outside the treaty so are not things available for NCN living in the Southern Region Reporter were introduced by Darlene Watts who said, "these are our political for those living away from home. resene. way from home, in Vancouver constitutionally protected as the nations Victoria area. and elsewhere," said at the NTC table want," as David WIwchar It seemed not enough could be warriors that were there when we made the decision that we wanted Southern Region he said, he Co -chair David Dennis, explaining how gave an overview of the politics Mat led (250) 724 -5757 said not only about Nelson's our own government on behalf of our chiefs. What we have Imlay is Aller the video ended, Michelle With more than 60% of Nuu - he understands the feeling of disconnect- to the division of the nations Fax: (250) 723 -0463 Comfeld facilitated a question and NTC rhah -nullh member, living in political contributions, but also the direct result of what these men did for us," she said. edness many people involved in wovrhar ouuchahnulth.otg answer described. "This treaty negotiations.. his strong to his cul- urban centres such as Victoria, commitment deserve it Let the young ones take over Colombians; MLA Gillian Tramper video shows process is about our children and grand David Denis led a discussion on oil that the general pub. Vancouver, Campbell River, tural lies and his kindness in his and retirement Nelson;" he read a from children,' future, and their children and gas issues, which he will be the Administration Assistant enjoy you letter Premier Gordon lic in BC doesn't have a clue what we're and mid said. who grandchildren," he said. next large issue facing Nuu -chah- nulth. Nanaimo, and Pon Alberni, Annie Watts personal relationships. Campbell, was unable to attend; doing," said Corfield. "We've been in G Re gro ame forward to Edward 'Tat' and Judy Experts say the Tofino basin off the NTC treaty leaders host update (250) 724-5757 p p Tatoosh Sayers this process for ten years and we're still "Instead great speeches funerals shower gift and accolades upon Keitlah. on behalf of Hupacasath: Ernie Chester "I spent most life west coast holds billions of barrels of meetings in these centres so Fax: (250) 723 -0463 of at not finished, but this process has been a of my living we should be doing what we are doing There were presentations from Ruby and Amour Shaw on behalf of Duddy, crude oil, which until now has been too everyone hashilth(a';nuuchahnulth.org long time coming no it will take a while off-reserve, away fromfro home, in can learn about issues family from Kwaguilm; hard for the companies to get saying great things about our peo- Keitlah's Alec Each presentation was accompanied t o settle," she said. Vancouver and elsewhere,' said lo: said being negotiated on their behalf. ple while they are still here. Thank you and Sarah Short on behalf of by words of admiration for and apple. Dennis. "Now that the technology is Central Region Reporter "NCN have been working extremely Southern Region Ca -chair David The meetings are also an oppor- Nelson and Ruby for all that you have Ky,uot Check lesahl. Earl Smith on Marion of Keitlah and his family. available, the moratorium on offshore oil Denise hard these past few months to re -group Dennis, bring Nuu- Ambrose explaining how he under- and gas exploration could tunity lo chah- nulth- given to the people," said George Watts. behalf of Ehattesaht, Alban Michael on Gumts enjoyed a late dinner followed and m- build. These months have been be lifted by (250) 725-2120 - Fax: (250) 725 -2110 stands the feeling of disconnect- the an aht together to share a meal as is "As Tommy Douglas said, you cannot behalf of Nuchatlabts; Minister of by more speeches and presentations extremely long and the accomplishments province drilling could begin ,moMeno on. &Amid, lIbo edness many people soon," he said. need to unite on this the traditional way of bringing go around telling the young to get Sustainable Resource Management; Stan late into the night. are great in the sense that Me NCN table described. "we issue to protect fisheries, people involved then hang onto the power. We Hagan delivered a gift on behalf of the It seemed not enough could he said has taken the time to incorporate all the "This process is about our chil- our our rights, together to discuss Northern Region Reporter tide, and our need time to enjoy our lives because we provincial Liberals and all Which nnt only about Nelson's political contri- concerns that were expressed in the first dren and grandchildren.' future, children's children." important issues. Brian Tate Dennis also spoke on the development butions, but also his strong commit - Agreement -in- principle IA.I.P.1. It is no and their children and grandchil- (250) 283 -2012 - Fax (250) 283 -7339 ant to his cultural ties and his kind- of the War Council, recognition of rights Aden, secret that the NCN table is different dren," he said. Garfield and other NTC treaty hbtate@nuuchahnulth. arg and title, Maa- ninth, and many other ness in his personal relationships. than it Initially was as we now have a representatives are traveling to Ruby was alsos praised repeatedly for MUM Nan o, Seattle, Vancouver. Campbell Northern Region co-chair Archie Little Archie spoke Audio I Video Technician her sacrifice of her husband's time on Little then on fisheries Rive and Po Alberni over the next spoke on the political structure of the Mike Watts hehalf of all NCN as well as her spiri- negotiations and the importance of a week, and invite all tribal council and the treaty table. Nuu-chah- ninth -aht healthy fishery (250) 724-5757 tual and moral support of Nelson. The to Nuu -chah- nulth -aht. living in the out, share a "Our Chiefs own their and area mamie hahoulthee "We have traded our fish and Fax: (250) 723-0463 vast numbers that turned out is a testa- always meal, and discuss the future of treaty they have the rights and jurisdiction on ment to the many lives Nelson has other resources with Nations from up negotiations. [email protected] , those lands, but that has gone unrecog- touched. and down the coast of this continent," NTC Membership Clerk Rosie Little nized over the past 150 years," said said Little. -We have a right to sell fish will al. be traveling to the update 1r+"rY' Little. "Treaty is about wrestling power and we are still fighting for that and meetings, updating status cards for DEADLINE: back, to we can be part of management many, many other rights that we know Nuu- chah- nulih -aht with expired status once again," he said. Please note Mat the deadline for submis- we have," he said. With more than 60% of Nuu -chah -ninth sions for our next issue is 4:30 pm on Southern Region Co-chair David Dennis offers a tribute to Nelson embers Thurs, June 27, loon. After that date, living in urban centres such as Keitlah, as Dave Jacobson, NTC Northern Region Co -chair Archie serial submitted & judged appropri- Victoria, Vancouver, Campbell ]fiver, and NTC Executive Director Florence Wylie listen. and Pon are, cannot be guaranteed placement Little Namur, Alberni, NTC treaty Nuu- chah -nulth -aht but. if still relevant, will be included in leaders host update meetings in these the following issue. centres so everyone can learn about Living Away From issues being negotiated on their Home In an ideal world, submissions would he behalf. typed, rather than hand- wrinn. O NTC Office Closure The meetings are also an opportunity to Scheduled Urban Update Meetings - June, 2003 Articles can be sent by owls to bring Nuu -shah- nulth -aht together to hashiltha hhhhh Wore share a meal as is the traditional way of The Nuu -nullh Tribal (Windows PC). -chap bringing people together to discuss Please be informed that the next set of Urban Update Archie Little speaks about recent Submitted pictures must meted,. Council will Inc closed on important issues. meeting dates have been finalized as per following: court decisions. After a brief description of subject(s) and a Friday, June 20, in celebra- meal of chowder and sand.... h- return address. Pictures with no return Ha=Shilth=-Sa Ha- Shilth -Sa belongs to every Nuu -shah -uulth person including those tion of National Location Date Time Venue address will remain on file. Allow 2 - 4 Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council weeks for return. Photocopied or faxed who have passed on, and those who are not yet horn. 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We look forward to your continued input and support. will re -open for regular 411"r", A light dinner will be provided at each location. - Reporters availability at the time of established a toll free number to the event. Kleool Kano! David Wievrhur, l- ditor/ business on Wednesday, t If you have any questions, please contact Gail Gus Manager '1l assist membership with any ques- - Editorial space available in the paper. July 2nd at 8 a.m. at 1 -877- 677-1131 or email: gailgus0rtuuchahnulth.org. - Editorial deadlines being adhered to tions they may have regarding treaty mieai ara D1.74ins,mn caiia-a.=.= Chuuc by contributors. - related business. 19, Page 4 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 - Page 5 Huu- ay -aht hosts World Summit on Salmon Maa 3.. m By David lwcßar -nulth MELEMISIEM -- ° - Scientists focus blame on everyone a.i _ì Southern Region Reporter _' a x..f ._=-'ti! counters Bamfield - The second leg of the World By David Hi'o har we've a damned thing. If we Summit on Salmon was in Bamfield, Region Reporter faced the truth we would have to change Southern t s --_ where many of the Vancouver secrecy and we don't want to change," he said to confer. cane panicipanls came to see the issues Vancouver - Scintisu from around the toed audience. t ` r they discussed in action. globe gathered with BC First Nations Over the next three days, numerous sci- 21 scientists and researchers traveled to claim leaders, and representatives from the enlists and industry representatives Scientists from around the globe gathered with BC First Nations Pon Alberni then on to Bamfield aboard commercialvial and recreational fishing added to Rees sentiments,, taking the leaders, and representatives from the commercial and recreational By David IViwchar the MV Lady Rose packet freighter. \a industries for the World Summit on fisheries blame game to a new, fishing industries for the World Summit on Salmon last week. Southern Region During the voyage, guests about Reporter Salmon lass week. unprecedented level. learned of Roma and technological marvels that is demand issues. "What the hell is going local fisheries issues during a talk from Hoping to find the reason for dwindling The Summit, pan the "Speaking for Port Alberni the cause of our plants ills. And on when a report shows 90% of the fish Andrew Day, Executive Director of the -The Maa -nulth First world salmon stocks, participants Salmon" series, examines the current Nations although Summit participants were not are gone and it rates only a few hours West Coast Vancouver Island Aquatic jetted allegations made in discussed everything from the value of status of global fisheries, the recent col- sZ.k prepared to offer any solutions to of public attention?' he Management Board (WCVI AMB). the Victoria Times- Colonist and wild salmon, to aquaculture. and lapse of costal ecosystems, and the human said. overpopulation, they were prepared to "Despite the occasional newspaper Using the NTC / WCVI AMB Aquatic Vancouver Province that negotiations everything in between. future prospects of endangered and debate the benefits and inefficiencies of headline trumpeting 'largest ran in Resource map as a basis for further IFF toward their Agreement -in- principle depleted fish stocks, and apply the les- ^ m fisheries management models history', the fact is that discussion on salmon, halibut and shell- (AIP) were conducted in secret. Scientists from Canada, U.S.. sons learned to improve the prognosis for salmon are ono the world. 150 downward trajectory," said fish issues, Day answered questions "The Maa -nulth have had an Scotland, Russia, Japan, Ireland wild salmon in the Atlantic and Pacific. year on open around"The coat of limited or poor information Robert Lackey, Chief of the Watershed a variety of loyal issues. Using the NTC / door ever since our negotiations and Norway compared lessons "Wire no close to the edge of losing all WCVI AMB Aquatic Resources map as a basis for is greater than the cost of acquiring Ecology Branch of the Environmental Mamma fisherman Errol Sam, a Nuu - began over a year wild stocks right now, and we keep further discussion on salmon, halibut and shellfish issues, Andrew Day ago," said Chief learned in their countries with adequate information," said Brian Protection Agency. chah -nulth AMB representative spoke of Negotiator Robert Dennis. doing things to make the situation worse answered questions on a variety local that of others as everyone Riddell, to the the changes in the commercial of salmon issues. fights instead of better," said Alaska Science science advisor Pacific fishing "Observers from three Nuu -chah- Resource industry, and his Bamfield or Alameda?" asked Wilf The next day of the World Summit on to save their salmon. Center fisheries supervisor and research Conservation Council. "In this We have the data but we are plksi connection to nulth First Notions have come to our f Caron age of cost cutting, this the industry. "I'm afraid I might be the from the Area G Troller's Salmon Satellite Conference started biologist Jennifer Nielsen. "We think we is a significant not paying attention to what is with table at various times, and in addi- he said. last generation of my Association "We went lobe able to a trip chord a troller to see how Held in Simon Fraser University's ele- can roil nature and the issue," family to work in the troll tion, Mao'nulth put environment going on in the big picture," said make togetherc dnrr infra. Nook "We've got the money and anyone who the commercial fishing industry," said recommendations m the federal fisherman catch salmon in avis gant Monist Centre for but the truth is, we can't," she sad. Rees, who called for an interna- tion binders containing detailed infor- says otherwise has been ill- informed by Sam. "We've been salmon fisherman fisheries minister in the hopes we can manner. Delegates from Japan were pzr- Dialogue, people from Canada, U.S., According to Nielsen, the entire salmon mation about their negotiating tional meeting of fisheries since the have a voice in making our lives bettor," malady impressed as they have only a Scotland, Russia, Japan, Ireland and fishery is nothing than departmental bean -counters" Fraser shoo beginning of time, and 1 don't more ocean he said. process and goals," he said. back. "The is that we do ministers to address salmon sup- want to see that end with me," he said. "This is not a pilot project any- set -net fishery in Asian countries. Norway compared lessons learned in ranching as 6 billion salmon smogs are problem not most more," added The comments were attributed to ply and demand issues. "What Maureen Sager from the The afternoon was then spent pursuing a their counters with that Mothers as raised in hatcheries and dumped into Hupacasath Alberni Environmental and Chief Councilor Judy everyone fights save their salmon_ the hell is going on when a "I'm afraid I might he the last Coalition wide variety of local recreational activi- the Pacific annually, which account for Sayers, who said her WCVI AMB, "This is forever now." ties such as kayaking, whale watching, Nation was not According to a recentl report, the n more than half of the total salmon report shows 90% of the fish are generation of my family to work Huu- ay -aht Fisheries Manager Stefan consulted about overlapping interests world's oceans hold only 10% of the life fishing, or hiking along the Bamfield biomass. "We arc subsidizing fishermen gone and it rates only a few in the commercial fishing indus- as land, Lehman then took the delegates on a boardwalk and Brady's Beach. such fish, and timber. "Ellis it supported a century ago, and the and the fishing culture," she said. hours try," said Errol Sam, "We've of publicublt attention?" he tour of Huu-ay -aht fisheries restoration The satellite conference then shifted to agreement has been reached contrary blame has been put on every imaginable Government departments did not escape said. been salmon fisherman since the projects including the Sana River side the Future Sea closed -containment fish to BC Treaty Commission roles human group and natural force. the wrath usually brought upon them at beginning of time, and I don't channel. In the evening, the Huu- ay -ah[ farm experimental site al the Pacific which stipulate other bands must be T, Fishermen, First Nations, fish farmers, such fisheries conferences. but this timee According to numerous speakers, the ant to see that end with me," he Nation hosted a seafood feast and colter- Biological Station in Nanaimo on informed and consulted because there politician, seals, bureaucrats, El Nino, the sharpest accusations came from key issues driving all fisheries today It display at their longhouse community Monday before delegates returned to are huge issues of overlap of lands hatcheries, cities, loggers, climate their former boss. f% a said. are the odes of commerce (supply and centre. Vancouver to board their fights back to and of course in fisheries the sans change, oil rigs, miners, ranchers; it "Where is the leadership in DF0 ?" - demand), Conference delegates seerns as if everyone and everything has human population increases, Sam then spoke on the collective share- marvelled at the their comers of the world. fish swim past all our territories and asked former Fisheries Minister, Member huge and individual and collective lifestyle holder groups who beams of the /louse of Huu -ay -stir WCVI Satellite Conference organizer can't be allocated to one group over been blamed for the collapse of salmon of Parliament and Speaker of the Home belong to the WCVI choices. "No solution is possible until while they feasted on salmon, halibut, Cathy Borkowski was congratulated for another," she said. stocks at one time or another. John Fraser, "The public service in AMB and the consensus -based approach we acknowledge these mot causes. our crabs and clams, listening to and watch- pulling the event together, and thanked "Every person in this mom, and every Canada militates against decision making based on the Nuu -chah -nulth belief of "ono Mn -nulih negotiation process genetic predisposition to consume ing Roams Dennis Jr. leading a group of for organizing the many activities dele- person out there walking the planet has and when something goes wrong no one Hishuk pits :nook (everything is one) has been open to observers from "Every person in this room, and everything, and learn to collectively and young Huu- ay -aht singers and dancers. gated had to choose from. to take the blame for what's happened," is actable," he said. "People score iisaak (respect). other First Nations on the west coast very person out there over ride them collectively," said Rees. -m said UBC professor Bill Rees. "The more professional points by saving pen- walking Fisheries and Oceans Canada Sours Are of Vancouver' Island," said Dennis. The 176 delegates at the sold -out con- Coast area simple fact of the matter is that there arc nies than by providing answers. We have the planet has to take the blame director Ron Kadowaki "The door is still open," he said. too people this ference agreed the conference encour- added to presentation many on planet got to find a way to wake them up." for what's happened," said UBC Sam's at the Mn -nulth negotiators are currently right aged a global perspective to fisheries Bamfield now," he said. "Them are so many levels professor Bill Rees, "The simple Manne Sciences Centre, say- involved in a community consultation of bureaux. science end management as opposed to ing the WCVI AMB is about making y, added Gerald Amos of the Haisla fact of the matter is that there are the campaign as they seek Moir members the salmon- centric' views that fishery 1 "There are so many levels of First Nation. "So many graphs and charts and the fisheries economy sus- approval to too many people on this planet plagued in the continue negotiations the induslly past. tamable for decades to come. bureaucracy," added Gerald that the simple things get lost is a sea of ta # towards a final agreement and signed right now," he said. "You can't manage the Pacific salmon "The Aquatic Management Amos the Haisla paperwork," he said. Board is e f treaty based on the outline of First Nation. fishery from behind* desk in Ottawa, of the AIP. "The Department is not to blame; we all way of doing business. It's a way "So many graphs and charts Thal have a single senior DR) member here and you understand the Negotiating teams from Maa -nulth can't science of of including a much broader range of r rAPI)1 sad Terry Glavin from the Sierra at this important conference, and they a member nations Huu-ay the simple things get lost is a sea if the fishery by staring through a micro- 4a -aht, views in managementn process," said y D ub "Who were the environmentalists don't know what were talking about Ka:'yu:'k't'h' /Chak'tleslet'h, of paperwork," he said. scope in a lab," said Fraser. Kadowaki. when all these problems started? -We're"n going to have to look V they're not going to do anything," he The conference then moved from the f Toquaht, Uehucklesaht and UcluelcI We at managing our fishery from a local - are all partially at fault," he said. said. "The probability is that the to Rees, deputy discussion center in Vancouver to the will be meeting with their members According humans have "a cause perspective with all user groups ..°*- The of Oho collapse of wild minister doesn't know anything about rate. in areas natural predisposition to expand into west coast fishing village of Bamfield at Conference delegates feasted on salmon, urban as well as in their salmon stocks is the same force that tailed the table," he said. halibut, crabs and clams, fish, and unless we're able to get our where scientists, First Nations leaders home unities seeking every logical space available" and Does anyone in New York or listening to and watching Robert Dennis Jr. leading a group of young common caused the crash of the eastern cod messages ono top people it's shrugged Tom. then destroy it. Unlike any other species, and commercial and recreational fish- approval of the AIP. stocks, prairie buffalo herds, and the care about the things happening in Huu- ay -aht singers and dancers. humane will knowingly destroy their cry representative continued their dis- decrease in every other animal and plant "We have the data but we are not paying can habitat cmsions ' h "the real world" where the species on earth except for one. 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Northem Region Reporter Good evening ladies and gentlemen One highlight of the afternoon was Bonsoir Mesdames ET messieurs when Henderson discovered a baby seal On the evening of June I1 Near Ahousaht - Harvesting seagull the (French) wedged tightly in a crevice, separated Mowachaht/Mcehalaht celebrated their Senoras y caballeros eggs is a practice several families in de la Buena tarde from his mother. In an attempt to help student that have completed Ahousaht have engaged in for genera- or (Spanish). Which actually the seal, Titian managed to move the achieved, goal for the past school year. Translates into "ladies and horsemen in hos. On a warm June I Ith afternoon, pup, its umbilical cord still fresh, to a Students from kindergarten, elementary Me good afternoon". Never use a luring skiff bounces over the ocean tidal pool closer to its mother. The seal school, secondary school and adult edu- Computer translators! waves carrying its eight occupants o moved in closer but would not collect cation were all recognized. Not to be left - Buena sera signore c signori (Malin) Bare Island. her pup until the group left, which we nut, the Teachers, Teacher Assistants and - Galen abend demon and Wren Located about halfway between did. 1. Native Education Workers were also (German) A housaht and Torino- Rare Island is one After collecting eggs, the girls Melissa by the students themselves. - Note boa senhoras a homers of the western most islets off of Vargas Dick, Adrienne Dick. Chrissy Dick and ..[ recognizedThe evening started out with freshly (Portuguese) Island. Barren of trees, Bare Island is 1 I Inez feats about collecting small sea barbequed and fried Sockeye salmon, - Klee, Deco (Local First Nations) mostly rock jutting ont of the ocean urchins and chitin. coleslaw, fresh veggies and home made - Hyena lima (Finnish) capped with tufts of grass, weeds and 1aJ - The group loaded the eggs onto the bread for the supper and the Well, enough of that!! Our past few shrubs. A favoured nesting site, seag- skiff for the trip home. Stops were made Mowae hat Nl,ehalaht singers provided years here at Gold River Secondary tills swirl around the island, while wash- along the way to collect more tutsup and some dinner songs and entertainment School have been very memorable, to ing the black rock with their excrement. ha -ishtup and to pull up a couple of crab songs while everyone ate. Chris [seen, and grade twelve Jordan say the least. When we first started five The skiff noses toward a barnacle traps. The girls pounded ha- ishtup on "The awards started in 1993 for James. The Top Junior female student or n years ago in grade eight, we were encrusted rock as everyone takes rums the way on n Stephanie home, happily munching Mowachaht/Muchalaht Tribe, and this as Wilson; Top Senior o s cared, and excited all at the leaping to the island_ Barrie Titian their fresh seafood. was to each andd every First Female student was Pricilla Paul The same time. Back then we were the little along with his teenaged grand nieces 1 Upon arrival at Ahousaht, the eggs Adrienne Dick, Barrie Titian, Inez Paul, Melissa Dick, Nation modem at GRSS and EWES: Top Junior Male student was Dwight guys dodging our ways through the halls and nephews scramble up the rocks car- went carried through the village and Henderson Paul and Chrissy Dick show off seagull eggs. said Marge Amos.' They arc honoured Dick, The Top Senior Male student, with in order to avoid the tenor of being lock- ryins cooking pots and buckets in their 1.4 offered to anyone who wanted some. for their effort, achievements, attitude, beat attendance all year round, and Class er- shoved by the huge and menacing search of seagull eggs. GRSS Valedictorians The eggs are large, probably twice the to athletics, and improvement in one or all Valedictorian was Jordan lames. grade twelves. But by grade nine we Lydia e of a chicken egg. The yolks are Open letter Minister of Fisheries of their classes. Each teacher decides as Marge Amos and Marilyn Brown are started to go into the "groove" of the Skilton and Jordan James The skiff noses toward a barna- deep orange, almost red. Most stumble the Native RE: Practicing Rights another area without asking or consult. to who will receive an award, and this Education Workers for Gold school, since we were no longer the teachers, you have been great to work cle encrusted rock as everyone and fry them but some have been used in our River and each were given ing disregarding our policy and recent year we have thirty -four students at a basket of "young'ns," but had a whole other with. And out of everyone you've had to takes leaping to the island. cooking and baking anywhere a chicken in our waters and denial of GRSS flowers from the turns court decisions. and filly -six students at R WES.- Mowachaht/Muchalaht younger grade to wreak havoc upon. tolerate us die most! Thank you Mr. egg would he used. Scrambled seagull Education Barrie Titian along with his reasonable access This year, we are now told that using The following students were chosen as Department in appreciation of Then in grade ten we were moving on rip Prong, our prestigious principal, Mr. eggs are orange, not yellow and look their work teenaged grand nieces and figures that they have known fora years top student in their grade class: grade throughout the year. In turn, in the "pecking' order," not quite seniors Lake, our extremely busy councilor; and like a cheese omelet. the Education Department nephews scramble up the rocks Dear Mr. Minister; to be wrong, we will have now access eight - Stephanie Wilson, grade nine - received a yet, but positioned somewhere along the the mat of the high school staff, espe- As forfor the taste, Bob Titian, who loves Pricilla Paul, grade basket of flowers from the Chief and pots and buck- The majority of our Nuu -chah -nulth to Barclay Sound Sockeye or other ten - Wayne middle line. Finally, In grade eleven we cially Mrs. Mann for all the hard work carrying cooking seagull eggs, says 'it's an egg, it tastes Council. fishermen have caught their fishery and passing runs! At the same time large Berequist grade eleven - Shane made the big transition from "junior- she has done for us. How many late slips ets in search of seagull eggs. like an egg'. Its admits it has a slightly selectively "one at a time" by hook and seiners will allowed in to catch lams hood" to "senior-hood", anxiously await- have you handed out in the past year? different flavor from chicken eggs but line. We taught this skill to our early ¡beds of thousands of our ash and for- ing our final year to arrive. Now, here Here's a rough estimate brought to you It is not long before the pails start fill- the difference. he says, is something he "guests" in our land These "guests" own will be allowed to catch fosse we in made twelve, at the top, Me by Dave Bakker, (Dave releases notes) ing with the wart, dark green and black cannot put his finger on All he can say have welcomed and purchased our cont- Ilah-a-dag with no boat limits This so- majorrole models for our school. the recipient of many of these pink slips! speckled eggs; they arc everywhere. is that he likes seagull eggs. mercial harvest since "¢p gC We, the locker shoved have become the Without all of your help and educational Eggs were being found almost mined, Captain Cook and called is estimated to lake more we have never given up our tight to sell than the fish last year. lust cut- shone.. Or not, since I'd like to hope efforts, we would not have made it here stet. above the high water mark Most 60,000 that a our fish. ting this back a we have not only gained top-notch today. Also, we would like to give a spe- are in nests thinly fined with grasses and i to reasonable one fish Our Beet, only fifty years ago, which slay would free up tens of thousands of Edumtinn at this institution, but also a cial thank you to Mrs. Krueger who has leaves with one to three eggs per nest. sense j numbered over 200 proud, skilled fisher - fish to make a living for our small Beet of self and a little bit of maturity helped us so much this year, not only by Some are lying on bare rock and on the rs as well on our journey. Now that helping us in men has now been eroded down to 1 fi and still treat' wire get organized our fundrais- crushed mussel shell beach, as trough a a allow sport. boats by resource While we almost our of high school, I hope our ing and events, but for being our number seagull just laid its egg as an after- destruction and being watch your officials lobbied ' selectively denied fish allocations. WE by outside lobby groups to change the memories atoll plagued by the thoughts one motivator as well as a friend_ Last, thought. A few are broken and empty, have been overlooked millions of mica and bend that push us of an educational prison, but rather we but definitely not least on our list, we evidence that minks visited recently. while the numbers ponds of fish quota has been handed off our oceans info all remember the good limes that we've would like to thank our families, espe- The proper way to harvest eggs is and unemployment, shared with one -another. For example, cially our parents. Now, we all know debatable, depending on who you ask. over to the rich investors that sit in we are being told to `accept this sys- Vancouver and don't fish. They now a basis who could ever forget Mr. Kellinglon s that without you, we would definitely Some say always leave at teal one egg tem as for a fair and honor- offer to 'rent us our own fish, at tow system incessant rambling as we led him off- not be here today, but as well; we would in the nest, others are leave one egg in able for blare Butyl Are thirds its value, like fools? topic o avoid doing work for the majori- net be who we are right now- who you the nests that contain three, and still oth- of feudal lords. we IY ty of our classes. Or, Mr. Mole, who so have stood by and watched the. . as we grew ers say take them all, seagulls are good Unemployment now exceeds where Mn Minister, this is the last straw. We Nuu- obviously favors the grade twelves! into these past years. You have always only a few decades ago all worked with are waiting for chah -nulth at replacing them. you to correct this sys- fish. Almost all of this fish tem that keeps And, how many limes have we walked been there for us, and we thank you for It seems the seagulls at Bare Island are is processed is from fishing in our of our area now. own waters rich have down the halls towards English class lis- that Yet, now it is the time for you to let highly efficient at laying eggs. It was while outsiders ping tonic familiar sound of Ms. go. We are no longer kids, but have only two days earlier that the eggs were Your Government, after Inking access to [seluvhr tweet. If no change takes Scholarships Folkins bellowing for to hand in our grown into young adults, all ready to try harvested there and yet, more than an all other fisheries told us (against our place I will ask my fellow Chiefs to join s will) we could not leave our area or net me in harvesting our fish and to take Once again the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council paragraphs and essays. Those were all and conquer the world on our own. This 'mated 700 eggs were collected in s - will be offering fish in traditional steps great (and sometimes scary) times, but hanot only a major step in our lives, but this days harvest. our areas, which used whatever necessary to ensure my Scholarships to Nuu -chah -nulth students in Grades one - twelve. The to give us fall income. We were told this grandchildren they will remain wonderful memories for great accomplishment as well. The kids had a great time scurrying do not have to beg to do scholarship selection is based on high academic achievement and over- was for "conservation" and as the Beet what we have always doer.., long us to cherish for the rest of our lives. Through all of our hard work these past over the rocks to fill their pails, trying Wearing white won't hide the all participation in school activities. At least two scholarships will be got smaller we would be more "econom- before we shared rivers Now, we would like to thank everyone twelve or so years, we have finally to avoid 'whitewashing. About half mess as Adrienne nick found out our and ocean per grade. The ically viable when we 2003 Scholarship application forms can be for being here an this special occasion. reached our goal- GRADUATION- and the group were soiled along the way. after being unable to dodge a ", but selected our with newcomers. area your creative officials decided to Yours truly, awardedobtained from the Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council Office at 5000 Next, we would like to give a great big now it is time to celebrate our moving Henderson Charlie, who forgot to bring dive -bombing seagull. simply transfer our sockeye access to Yaa -Thluu (Andy Amos) Mission Road, Pon Alberni or by contacting the office at 724 -5757 to thank -you to all of our dignitaries. on. Sn," So Long To Yesterday". Hello request that a form be faxed to you. You can also download the appli- Especially since the majority of them are tomorrow! Congratulations Class of providing bur- cation form off the NTC website at www.nuuchahaulth oeg For suc- us with scholarships and 2003! Gillian Trumper NTC Disability Access Awareness Committee sans tonight! Thank you to all of our cessful applicants the NTC Scholarships will be presented on Friday, invites NCN Members to attend the MLA Alberni - Qualicum July I S, 2003 at the Maht Mats Gym, Port Albemi. Presentations and 2003 Health Ability Fair speeches will begin at 6:0Opm followed Community Constituency by a light snack and closing. -191'N-'f .. t Isaak'miis - Respecting, Loving and Caring for Oneself Office The deadline for applications in June 24 -25 at Maht Mahs Gymnasium (9 a.m. start) 3075 - 30d Avenue Special NCN Guest Speakers Noon July 4, 2003 - 4:30pm. Learn more about the Importance of Self Care -- Port Albemi, BC V9Y 2A4 Find out more about various Resources All applications punt be complete when submitted or they will be 250 -720 -4515 Network in Me Information Resource Area placed in a rejection file. (It is the responsibility of the parents to . Door sure the application is complete and that it is email: gillian.trumper.mla @leg.bc.ca Prizes Daily delivered to the NTC by the deadline). For further information please do not hesitate to TOLL FREE: 1- 866-8704190 Banquet - 00 night with Keynote Speaker - Nelson Keitlah, Former Co -chair and enjoy Performance of Animal Kingdom by Ha -ho- call Blair Thompson or Eileen Haggard at 724 -5757. FAX: 250- 720 -4511 pay -uk Students Page 8 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 We "D.A.R.E." FNGA fight continues Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 - Page 9 By Ruth Ogilvie toils fiduciary and financial obligations other people cancer. The smell and look By Bran Tate Ha- Shilth-Sa Reporter to Indigenous peoples. of smoke is gross it's all sticky and stuff Northern Region Reporter Nault claims the FNGA will improve and it's all from smoking. Then once the economic conditions of Indigenous you smoke you can't play sports. It's The First Nations Governance Act On Thursday June 12 the Ray peoples on and off reserve. "Yet this really dumb once you start to smoke. (FNGA) continues to stir controvert, and 9_ Watkins Elementary School in Gold corporate- based, municipal style of gov- It's hard when ladies are when motions, as shown at protests and lec- River celebrated its grade -five student pregnant may opposite," retorts scree throughout BC and Canada. ern ment do the completion the Drug Abuse they smoke, because of the side effects of Halle Bruce, University of British Ardith, "especially for small communi- Resistance Education Program that can bane the baby. The mother student ties." For example, under the FNGA could give birth to a premature baby, Columbia psychology originally (D.A.R.E). there will be third party agreements in Helijet from the Namgis Nation and Ardith 11 offers new service: was led by Constable unhealthy, and under weight. Also it is This program Walkem, lawyer formerly of the which third party, other than the band tough to stop smoking! Some people can -J Swain and grade -five teacher Ms. or federal and provincial government, stop smoking easily because they don't UBCIC presented an educational work- Wiseman, with thirty students participar Nations will step in and have the power m say Campbell River to Seattle really like to smoke or just don't smoke shop, Deconstructing the First lag. Of these thirty students there were how monies are administered. This will Governance Ac't. Il Nanaimo, Victoria twelve First Nations students participat- that much as other people do. If you By David asti h,n and the San Juan Malaspina University's (MALU) be particularly troublesome for the were in the hospital because of smoking Southern Region islands at 20,000 feet, and after only 50t ing. All the students had to write an smaller bands. Reporter you never Student Union invited Ardith and Halle minutes land in Seattle. essay on how to say "No" to Drugs and probably would wish you Helijet offers a to illuminate the reasons for Indigenous Halle and ANith are pan of the newly I shuttle service to Sea -Tac, Alcohol and four of the top essays were started. I'm happy chose to stay smoke Campbell River - A new travel option and it's a $20 peoples opposition to the new legisla- formed Indigenous Peoples Gmsssraata Seven Graduate from free no I can be outside playing sports Maagtusiis is available to people cab fare to downtown Seattle. chosen to be read at the ceremonies. Movement (IPGM), This group was on Northern tion. For reservations Kathleen Ambrose (Mowachaht and having fun," said Kathleen. By Denise Ambrose school staff, parents and graduation corn. Vancouver Island as Helijet International or more information, "It is legislation that is imposed without created as a result of vehemently oppos- call Helljet at 1 -800- 665 -4354, /Muchalaht and Ahousaht), daughter of "If you didn't smoke you would be Central mince He congratulated the grads and has launched thrice daily flights from or surf Indigenous people's consent," said ing the Prime Minister Choetien s lega- Region Reporter stronger and healthy and have lots of Campbell to Seattle to www.hehjekcom. Lance and Ruby Ambrose, had her story cy of termination that is being imposed encouraged them to go after their River and back. be happy you Ardith. She differentiates between what chosen to be read at the ceremonies. friends. You would didn't dreams; "it's up to you!" Imagine, only an hour after leaving Robert Nault, Minister for the through the FNGA. This legacy is Ahousaht- Seven Ahousaht students Her story goes like this: start smoking, you would be happy you The graduates were the guests of hon- Campbell River you could be slurping a Department of Indian and Northern Chretìen's White Paper. Indigenous took to the stage at the Maagtusiis have a long lifetime and you would still cup Seattle's Best "My name is Kathleen Ambrose, I'm a Peoples rose and defeated our at a community dinner later that of at the Pike Plane Affairs, considers consultation and what together this Gymnasium to receive their well- D.A.R.E student. My D.A.R.E teacher is be with your family, friends, and kids." evening where family speeches and gills Public Market or watching a Mariners, Indigenous peoples consider 'informed piece of legislation in 1969, deserved high school diplomas on June "If I had a choice I would choose to Smiles or Scahawks game. Seattle has Constable Swain, I learned the eight The White Paper is similar to the were delivered. the things consent'. Nault claims he consulted with 13th. Wally Thomas, Mark 'Tubby' ways to say no and they are "No stay drug free because of all A screen dance, paid for by the grad never been so close. And with the cur- IO, Ant First Nation people across FNGA in its attempt to legalize the that could happen to you You could lose lack, Melissa Charlie, Kyle Adams, rent s sale, Seattle has never thanks," give a reason or excuse, repeat- extinguishment title and ates due to their fundraising success, Canada about the FNGA. The consulta- ...mains! Amy Jack, Scott Frank and Daniel John ed refusal or keep saying rot. walk away, friends, because smoking and taking marked the grand finale on their day of been asa either as flights from tion sessions were not designed to gauge rights to the land These rights flow drugs can cause all kinds of diseases. I donned their royal blue graduation Campbell River to Seattle are only changing the subject, avoiding the situa- from the laud and are lived out by the celebration. $93 whether those that attended were in gowns and listened to wards praise tion, cold shoulder and strength in num- have made a choice to stay drug free all of each nay (plus taxes and fees) lion June the not. Indigenous peoples who occupy and illy life." Kathleen concluded. agreement with FNGA or from their families and teachers. 27th to September 14th. hers." Kathleen read. utilize it. Equally grievous and problematic to Louie Frank Senior offered the open- "You can die from drugs and get horri- The Royal Canadian Legion Ladies As a large American center, Seattle ìs a people who this legislation is Two weeks ago, the IPGM and their ing prayer Auxiliary and the Village of Gold River oppose followed by the grand world -class tourist destination, and Sea- ^- ble things, like some kind of diseases supporters led a rally and march Canada's lack of recognition of entrance of the graduates t Victory and cancer Some that have can- sponsored the thirteen -week D.A.R.E Tact airport is a regional center offering people Indigenous poples as through downtown Vancouver to protest Program were thanked by the Mayor of nark.. Song sung by Marshall Thomas. The flights to every world center and direct cer can lose their hair and get gray ones the FNGA. What had originally started Gold River along with the Constable Once implemented, the ENGA will .students were each presented their Flights to all American metropolis', coo. You can get ugly teeth, your breath out as a mall group 100 impose Canada's municipal style of gov- of quickly diplomas by the Ahousaht Education will stink like smoke and you can give Swain. In the past North Island residents would ernance, based in a corporate structure. grew to 350 people marching from Authority Board of Directors and princi- have to drive four hours to Victoria to fly The government Grandview Park to Commercial Drive. Canadian created the pal Greg Louie presented the Honour to Seattle, «drive the whole way to J Another anti -FNGA rally and march is T. term salt government, implying inde- Stole to Amy lack, the student who Seattle, which would take more than 8 . in being planned in Nanaimo by the L. a471 pendence through adopting Cared'. achieved the highest marks. hours. Now, through Helijet, Campbell corporate MALU Student Union representative municipal, style of govern- Parents and family of each of the grad- River offers convenient connections to I ment. does Lee Wittman. The date, time and loca- 'Self- government' not recog- hake were called forward, each saying. every major US city and a world of tion of this event are yet to be nize traditional forms of governance and heartfelt thank you to all that played a international destinations. announced. The Bight between Campbell requires that Indigenous peoples recog- role in their child's educational achieve- Plights leave Campbell River at 8:40 Ardith and Belie will support the nize Canada's sovereignty without ment. They also offered words aeon. am, 11:50 ant and 3:20 pm and fly to River and Seattle is a scenic trip i'.4 é 1r Nanaimo rally, "We believe with this , .4 Canada recognizing Indigenous peoples' A+'.. gratulations and encouragement to fur- Boeing Field just south of downtown over the Gulf Island and San kind of momentum we can demonstrate sovereignty. ther education to the graduates. Seattle and just north of Sea -Tac airport. Juan Islands with great pilots explained the the to Clued. we are vehemently and In l Ardith Intent of FNGA her Valedictorian address, Amy Jack Flying aboard a Beachcraft 1900D dual. such as Capt. Kris Elliot (left) adamantly opposed to the FNGA" is to alter the Indian Act, the main piece congratulated her fellow students and prop plane, you fly over Courtenay, and For more inform on you can contact First Officer Brad MacBride a l fig it brad' g t In Canadian encouraged them to follow their dreams, the government website: Nuu- chah -nulth student Brasil bound govemmem. The Indian Act states that "Dream big and the name goes for the Canada has a legal and moral www.fng.gpngc.ca 8/4` obligation younger generations too." For more info the Nanaimo I am Annette Samuel, I am Nuu -chah- agreed to assist me with putting together to uphold their fiduciary and financial on rally and Ahousaht Tyee 1Iá width, Corbett march mane at: u1th from the Ditidabt First Nation, my a brochure or pamphlet, and work at responsibility to Indigenous peoples. contact Lee Witt (250) George expressed his pride in the 2003 '1\ 753 -3245. father is Ahousaht and I have been trade- translating it into Portuguese, which I The FNGA will no longer bind Canada graduates. Ile thanked the teachers, C 4, ' orally adopted into Hesquiaht Nation, I will hand out - have Salish roots in both Cowìchan and 1 would also like to hand out on garage sales, clew -ups and dinners. auction, or garage sales. Further, while 41 Nanaimo, and throughout Nuu -chah- behalf of each nation who have intend Some of my family members have I ant away, I do commit to keeping my Crest Creek Review nulth. I am seventeen years old in grade web address for the Brazilians, so may already made cash donations to my family and Nuu -chah -ninth updated on 11 attending Alberni District Secondary see pictures of our people. account that I have setup as fundraising my trip at least four times during the By Brian Tate highway several meters to avoid flood- School in Port Alberni. My parents are I would also like to bring with k My parents have committed and year. If you have any questions please Northern Region Reporter ing and erosion. In creating a dam or Iris & Richard Lucas, Denny and Desiree me some pins, magnets or 1-shins that I will continue to assist me with my call me at 250-723 -5503 or send me an weir there would be the added cost of Samuel as a family we working with arc may exchange other Brazilians to expenses while away for the entire year mail at . Thank you, on behalf of any 'Damns -The plan to restore the natural operation and maintenance and constant together fundraising for my upcoming show friendship of Nuu -chah -nulth. I am specifically asking for assistance parents Iris and Richard Lucas, Danny flow of Crest Creek is dead after engi- monitoring of the habitat surrounding the student exchange. My Grandparents are This is both exciting and scary for me; I return water (donations) ideally a cash donation, small and Desiree Samuel and myself. P.S. neers calculated the huge cost of such a of flow from Crest Lake Jack & Nona Thompson from Ditidaht, will be away from my home, my family gibs that I can exchange, items so that I We are planning a l °orne Too. for project. to the Heber River. Ray Samuel (late Myrtle), Charlie and and my friends for one year. I feel that may use in either a raffle or tunic wank July 8 at the PALI'... The creek which originally flowed into With Fisheries and Parks being able to Gen Lucas. the experience will only bring me closer the Heber River, which fed into the Gold commit some dollars with the amount to

About one I 1 year ago, began the pram to who am, closer to my culture and r River and drained into Nootka Sound, be determined later all supported the Sate of researching and applying to various people. especially closer to my family. Cla, currently runs into the Elk River and restoration of the Lower Elk River. The student exchange programs, and about 1 While am away I still plan on taking SCOTT HALL drains into Johnstone Strait on the east Lower Elk has been impacted with the three weeks ago 1 have received some courses through correspondence so added water flow from r astir coast of Vancouver Island. the Crest Lake Chatwin Engineering Ltd. =ikon that I have been accepted into that when 1 return finishing my education and the outflow from the Heber Dam, C After two days of meetings at Trauma, L Helping To Make Your Communities A Better Place To Live "Student Travel LAWYER Schools'. And will Sc will not seem overwhelming. 1 know that ersion process proves to be too costly, in which is to be decommissioned by the leaving I Specializing for Brazil in July 2003. want smite of my courses can be done through the neighborhood of four million dollars year 2010. in. to experience what teenagers my ago do, the'otcmet, which will be very helpful. Five recommendations rem made to WORKS FOR PEOPLE WHO WERE STUDENTS to divert the lake and raise highway. Inb walrus.. Land Use Plans experience their culture. I am excited I have been very serious at wanting to help restore the Lower Elk System: (I) AT During two days of meetings between Housing Economic Studies about learning their language, which at travel, that ever since! sent RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL, define goals a my first BC Hydro, DFO, Parks Canada, Gold and objectives (2) form Physical Development Plans Funding Applications ties will also include Spanish. application out, I have risen on my own IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO TALK River Council, Campbell River WUP, committee to locate funding for remora. It is my goal to share what I have learned $2400 as a commitment to This tion (3) Water Use Planning studies in my goal. TO SCOTT, PHONE FREE NTC Biologist and the Mowachaht/ Croton er ne was voted the Seal Professional Company on Vancouver Island by Ne throughout my life, not only about wham trip will cost $9050 therefore; I have, Muchalaht First Nation held at Tsaxau, and around the Heber Dam decommis- 9uvnessExcel...Awards.E I am, and my experiences I- 800. 435 -6625 with my cul- along with my family committed to raise it was revealed that a diversion would sion, Thum ('rent Md Lakes (4) ture, but what I know chalmin Enpneenng is a proud sponsor of Ne Nuu -chah -nu. Tribal Conn. post secondary about Nuu -chah- together 56650 (As of June 16 - h the ANY TIME cost more than S4 Million and put homes Monitor fish population in the three education underarms ulth people. fair has been raised). Together we will and at risk. lakes Drum, Crest and Mud (5) A Clip Be Save- J highways I would like to gather as much have various fundraising events like Traditional Use study of the Elk River, - To slivers the creek, a dam or weir Isla Mover Road, elenwhro, BEV.S IP Eh (260) 7649171 For (260) 7644469 information as I can, and my family has loonie tone auctions, raffles, 50/50, would have to be constructed which licher River, Crest River and the three Ttll Free: 1496762-9171 lakes. C-mee 9009402) sr9ww 99609re: awmandn07-coo 4nw 0994)09 would then create the need to raise the J Page 10 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 - Page 11 Tseshaht Beautification Sports - Vim -<ç -mis Memorial Bike Ride Tyee Ha'wilth receives Coalition ry By Brian Tate she had one internal organ failure after A Province -wide First Nations Northern Region Reporter mother before she lost her battle. My Coast Guard Award daughter lived with Type 1 Diabetes for 35 years later, Charles is now one Port Hardy -This journey was to star twenty years before losing her life," she basketball league? said. of the two Officers in charge at at 9 am on the morning of Saturday, June the Bamfield Coast Guard Station A province -wide First Nations with the various tournaments "The young ones were up at 7 this 7 from Port Hardy. But due to various and is receiving his longtime serv- Basketball league may be coming to a throughout B.C. especially the March morning; too excited to sleep and anx- hosts of emotions the cyclists for this ice award at the Hyatt Regency in town near you. Peter Wortman of Mt. ALL -NATIVE in Prince Rotten". ious to get going, so we left earlier than tourney waned earlier than expected. The Vancouver. Currie, Oust north of Whistler/ Wortman scheduled," Phyllis Shaw said. cyclists left their camping site at Quatre "The Canadian Government has Pemberton) is currently laying the foun- respectfully declares. -they are an inte- The Haipee Family would like to thank (pronounced- Kate-seel River started recognizing people for dations for the 36 team, six zone provin- gral pan of First Nations all the sponsors, all the individuals who Campground on the outer edge of Port work don said Charles in his cial league that will compete for 55000 basketball in B.C" donated equipment, first aid packages, Hardy at 7:30 in the morning, so upon calm, quiet manner, making it { and bragging rights for the title of the The league mandate is to provide a fun and to those who donated their vehicles my arrival al 8:15 thinking I was early, sound for the to on for as if his 35 years saving best First Nations team in British filled, family atmosphere, where they had already traveled eighteen kilo- support crews be hand lives on the high was was lima If you have seen a tremendous to Columbia. First Nations peoples of all ages can meters. the cyclists. change the look of the Tseshaht The cyclists will be selling raffle tickets quiet desk job. "When 1 started I "The BCFNBL will provide an cheer on their team. Tickets are $5 During their first fifteen -minute rest I First Nation's reserve, this is the crew that is responsible for it. decided that I opportunity for First fora 24 speed, 17" adult Hard Rock wanted to be a unparalleled and there will be door prizes, contests, a to talk to Molly I Over the past 3 months, the Tseshaht had chance lain= Captain before Imbed. and I Beautification Coalition; a Nations Men's basketball players to raffles and meet the player mountain bike. Al the end of the journey about this journey she and her family attained that," he said. group of twelve youth, have been working on a variety of projects pursue their hoop dreams, by playing in sessions. where the kids can go their Maureen Dennis will raffle off her have undertaken. "In the beginning, most of the throughout the Tseshaht reserve. These young people have a highly competitive league, against favourite players autographs. "We ladies mountain bike, which was Minn. been "I feel very sad because this is some- calls we'd receive were from dis- building a all -star calibre talent, on a weekly are thinking down the road, and by start- ed by the Hu- ay -aht First Nation. All community garden, landscaping a variety of areas, mak- thingmy daughter (Darlene Klotz) want- abled commercial fishing vessels, basis", says Wortman, Father of 4, and ing the BCFNBL now, we will be proceeds from these raffles will go ing improvements to the Youth Centre, fundraising, proposal writ- ed t do for hilt and due to the com- and now the calls mostly come a !former National amateur soccer and giving youth something to aim for, and plications with having diabetes she never towards the Canadian Diabetes Research ing, building job and life skills, and having lots of fun in the Fund. Donations can be given to them from pleasure boats," said baseball champion. With progress role models to emulate". Wortman had the chance to do it," Molly said. "It process. To celebrate the mid -point of their 6 month project, the on their journey or mailed to: Molly Charles. "We do a lot of medivacs already ahead of schedule, the only states, "This league is a starting point, is very hard to watch your daughter die PO. Box Tseshaht community picnic was held at Papermill Dam off Hector problem Wortman foresees is who to and by improving itself every slowly. In the last four months her life Haipee, 264, Ucluelet, B.C. 35 -year Coast Guard (medical evacuations), towing disabled of Road on Saturday, June 7, 2003 from 11:00am to 2pm. This pick year, we will provide an opportunity for VOR 3A0. veteran Clifford Charles boats, searching for overdue vessels. and event maintaining navigational was for team among all the talented First any First Nations basketball player aids," he said. organized by, and run by this group of young folks, included Nations players in BC. " Here in Mt. to excel, and grow, both as an athlete, By David Wiwchar One of the missions of high drama with- were games, food and a loonie / toonie auction. Currie, we have at least 50 decent play- and as a human being." Southern Region Reporter in the past few years was the rescue of a ers to choose from, but that's a good They are also putting out the call to all stolen sailboat. Taken from a marina in thing, it will motivate a lot of people." First Nations carvers and artists, Bamfield - Uchucklaaht Tyco Ha'wilth Vancouver, thieve sailed the 40' boat MARK YOUR The BCFNBL is taking a professional hoping they will donate a piece of their Clifford Charles (Toatapooth) was hon- out into the open Pacific but got into CALENDARS FOR June 21, 2003 approach, and franchises will be sold work for a silent auction, planned oured in Vancouver this past Monday trouble off Cape Beale. When the call for $500. League requirements include in late June. As well, any company or for his 35 years of service to the came in from the disabled "Caton£', NATIONAL ABORIGINAL having a gymnasium capable of holding individual, willing to help them out Canadian Coast Guard. Charles and otters recognized the boat DAY! at least 75 fans, concession facilities and with a donation of a service or goods, Charles, whose father Martin was in the from a Coast Guard bulletin issued days Pacific Rim Natoa ci Paso Re4vrve proper uniforms. Starting on would be greatly appreciated. Coast Guard for 32 years, said he did before. Chales captained the Coast October 17th, 2003, teams will play a 20 Wortman closes by saying, "every little not follow his father's footsteps but Guard vessel Cape Calvert out to the Rain OR Shine: Wkfu ninnish shah & Glare game interzone league schedule, piece of the puzzle helps, every instead got into the Coast Guard by Calanì, where they rescued the crew and with teams playing doubleheader week- brought them into Bamfield, where they hole phone call, 1 can't wait tilt next accident; literally and figuratively. ends, rotating between home and away. April so we can apply the were prompt), arrested by the RCMP. GALA DINNER & LOONIE TOONIE AUCTION The top four tams in each zone will finishing touches. Thank you all that Charles, whose father Martin "We've had rough calls but it's just pan JUNE 20, 2003 playoff to determine a zone champion, of the job," said Charles. "Others might Tin sais Resort and Lodge, Toftno have helped, and thank you all that was in the Coast Guard for 32 who will then travel to the Provincial and will help. All my Relations." sex it as harrowing or whatever, but rile $40.00 per ticket The Haipee family poses for a photo during their fundraising trip years, said he did not follow his Championships, which will be held in cFor more information phone Peter just everyday work' he said. father's footsteps but instead got wife 4 April of 2004 at a site TBA. "We arc Wortman err 604 -894-6715 ono 604 905- Clifford and Rose have daugh- taking six months to play our league into the Coast Guard by acci- ters, and also operate "Rose's B &B" in 9175, arc -ma I [email protected] 2003 Nuu- chah -nulth Tlu -piich Games schedule, as we don't want to interfere dent; literally and figuratively. Bamfield, where guest accommodations in an a interest Volunteer ado ed with p etire of Charles' (tail Hi there I am April Charleson, the Tlu of hours 416. 0 0 O. 1 - CLAY 0 Slow Pitch Tournament hosted by TFN Days piich Games Coordinator. I em from the can be used for course requirements, such "I was fresh out of high school and all I Coast Guard ship. Given the Officer-in -charge ranking four Hesquiaht nation. 1 have recently tin- as. PE and CAPP. mis can he a very anted to do was to have fun and Ucluelet Central Region 20th 22nd idled my second year of business at rewarding experience :you get to work party," Charles recalls. "But you have to years ago (a title he shares with Clay First Nation language group 41140 Iisaak June - Malaspina University College. I will teal Nuu -shah -nulth people of all ages. have money to party, so I thought log- Evans) Charms is looking to retire to ging and fishing were my only options, 2007 after 37 years of service. Deadline for Registration June 18, 2003 @ 4:00pm obtain my Business Diploma, in Sign up at the Games office. Toquaht Parks Parcs Management by this December and I plan Nuu- chah -nulth Princess Pageant and since I didn't know unto wanted to do $100 Deposit is required @ Deadline of Registration First Nation to continue my education and acquire a Youth Role Model Event. The Nuu - career. tome." he laughed. ' ' Canada Canada 3 Ladies on Field al all Times Degree in Business Management. I am chah -ninth Princess Pageant and Youth 'Then ono day I heard one of the Coast Cash Place $1000, 2nd Prizes: Pt Place $500, 3rd Place $250 pleased to be hack fora second time to Role Model retreat are .scheduled ¡ere' Guard crewmen had fallen down, break- For more ormation contact: Anne e250-728-4230, ing his leg in three places. So I phoned B or Sandra e 2.66.726,721 Also Trophies for Sportsmanlike, 1st 2nd & 3rd organize the Games. Saturday, Jule 19 to Thursday. July 24, Maureen 250-728.2414. Nadine Games Committee Reps. The venue to he announced Interested candi- up the Officer-in-charge and was hired Home Run Derby: Standard Bats to use for Derby. Games committee held their first meeting dates can pick up a registration package on as a temporary replacement,- he said. Contact Jan or Francis @725 725 -2175 or -3233 Monday, June 9. The main agenda was at the NTC office or from your band rep. The 61 -year old injured crewman's leg discussing the calendar of event and the *Please note that the age requirement is didn't heal properly. so he took an early Haahuupayak School Ice Hockey Players Wanted dates of the Games. Nations represented the age you were as of December 31, retirement, and at the young age of 18, at the meeting were as follows: Ahousaht 2002. Charles' temporary job became a pema- I am looking for individuals for coaching, tamers, volunteers to help put We are now accepting Registration Forms for Wally Samuel SR., Hesquiaht - Stanley Hall of Fame. The Games Committee together a ice hockey team in each of these levels if possible mites /pee Lucas SR., Hupaasath - Carolina are accepting nominations for the "Hall September 2003 classes wee /atom /bantam /midget for a All Native Hockey Tournament that is held in Lahal. Stanley Lucas will be your host confirmed. Tatoosh, Huu -ay -alit - Jane Peters, of Fame". Do you know someone that 6. Prince George every year. I would like to hear from you if you are interested this year at Lahal. Lahal will be in the Cultural Nights. Wally Samuel Sr. and Spaces are limited for Kindergarten - Grade Tseshaht - Gina Pearson and Karli Van was a remarkable athlete in his or her for nett year's tournament. evenings starting on Friday, July 25 to Stanley Lucas SR. will be your hosts. Register early if you would like Your child /ren to attend vliet, Uchucklesaht -Pam Watts. day'? if so, please submit ate with a Any Nuu -shah -nulth Ice Hockey players between the ages of 6- 17 years of Sunday July 27. Venue to be confirmed. Bring your drams and shawls and join us Omer contacts for the nations a o : sports biography and a picture. Ball of 2003 /2004 School Year at Haahuupayuk age that participate in a Minor Hockey program in your town please contact Junior Ball Hockey. This event is for some songs and dances Doe Dìtidaht -Kelly Edgar and Theo Thome, Fame inductions will be done at a Bocci. Brian Tate, 45 - 3737 Bruce St., Part Alberni, B.C., F951 8E1, Phone I -250. scheduled for Monday, July 28 and groups interested in performing please Mowachaht/Muchalaht - Lance fied Cultural night to be announced at a 2003 Tlu -piich Games - Schedule of Events 203 -2012 (work), I- 250 -731 -9207 (cell) Tuesday, July 29. If you plan on regis- contact us to confirm you attendance. Ambrose, Tla -o- qui -aht - Agnes Brown, later date. Completed nominations can email: Ihi.ughau tac hahnu It hors ling a team please confirm with us the More tefome -on to follow. July 25 Cultural Night Ucluelet - Gloria Valentine be submitted to April Charleson. at the age growls) so that we accommo-- Tack and Field. At the Bob Dailey Opening Ceremonies July 29 The Nuu -chah -nulth Tlu -piich Games NTC office It's that easy. Deadline for date with the venues. If interested in Stadium, Track and Field will be by Senor Men's Fast-pitch Junior Ball -hockey will be a gathering of seven days for nominations is 4:30 pm Friday,, July 4. helping coordinate this event please con- "Participation" there is no registration Lahal in the evening Slo -pitch Challenge (early evening) All Native Slo -pitch Tournament sporting and traditional events in Port Opening Ceremonies. Opening cere- tact April at the games office. required, just show up with your runner July 26 Alberni. The games start Friday, July 25 monies will begin at 2:00 pm at Cultural Night Soccer and Slo-pitch Challenge. These and water.. Fast -pitch July 18th, 19th & 20th, 2003 and end Thursday. July 31. Recreation Stadium on Friday, July 25. Senior Men's July 30 will he fun games in the late Closing ceremonies and Picnic. Closing Tseshaht First Nation, Port Alberni, BC The games are early this year and have Senior Mens Fast- pitch. Chris Watts Lahal in the evening Track and Field at Bob Dailey ;animism early evening starting will be on Thursday after- Prize Money to be determined by # of Teams. (Sfax. 9 Teams) been condensed out of consideration of and Wally Samuel Sr. will be your hosts i July 27 Soccer or SID -peel challenge Monday, July 28 to Wednesday, July 30. noon at the picnic. Sponsorship and Men's Fast -pitch 6 Men 4 variety of other Nuu- chah -nulth events this year in coordinating this event at the Senior Cultural Nights and Ladies, All Players Must be h/. Native, Please contact the Games once and Track and Field presentations will be happening. Recreation Stadium. For more info con- Lahal in the evening July 31 leave a message with April if you need done then. More information to follow. $300 Entry Fee to Be Paid in Full by July 12th, 2003 Volunteers. Volunteers play a very tact the Games office. July 28 Track and Field (AM only) Picnic more info or want your team to mend - Venue to be confirmed. Contact Ron Dick Sr. (250) 723 -8340 Evenings or important role for the Games to be well Junior Ball- hockey and Closing Ceremonies pate in one of these events. Venues to he Sherri Cook/Thomas Dick (250) 720 -0923 organized and successful, please sign up continued on next page Soccer challenge (early evening) *Venues to be confirmed` Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 - Page 13 Page 12 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 Nuu- Bring an instrument orlon your voice. chah -nulth women enjoy retreat Between now and the end of the month, PAFC News By Ruth Ogilvie there is just one mom family night on It is time to celebrate with the Part Ha- Shilth-Sa Reporter Juno 28th, from 8 -10pm where they will Alberni Friendship Center! On Friday, be doing some beadwork. June 20th, the Center will celebrate Nuuchah -ninth women experienced A reminder that tutoring will be can- National Aboriginal Day! As has hap- everything from belly dancing to cedar celled on Wednesday, June 25th. pened in previous years, there will be a bark weaving at this year's Urban The Elders will be holding a fundraising traditional feast, complete with seafood, Women's Retreat Sponsored by the dinner on Thursday, June 26th from 5:30 bannock and lots of other goodies. NCN Healing Project, the theme of the - 8:30 p.m. It will be a roast beef dinner, Joyce Little will also be providing a retreat "empowerment through self- and will be followed by a fashion show Nuu -chah -nulth Healing Project fashion show, with clothes modeled by care" and was held at the Seven Springs ( and Lonnie Auction, with lots of great some of the Center's friendly faces. tO!4 Retreat in Nanoose. prizes to bid on. Mary thanks to all of Also performing will be dancers from Workshops included: manicures and the local businesses who have donated 4th Annual Conference haahuupayak, as well as a special guest, 1 pedicures, massage, natural healing, prizes and items to be auctioned off. actr and musician Swil Kamm. Real. NCN crafts and angel card read- Tickets for this event are just $15 in kiNuu -chah -nulth Nursing Program Swill Kanim is a talented violinist who fines The angel card readings were very 1 advance ($17 at the door), and include has appeared on the television show "Huu ?acink silk" popular amongst the women, as was the the fashion show and the right tribal at North of 60 and is featured in the film Information About West Nile Virus (WNV) cedar bark weaving. Elder Elsie 1 the Loonie Auction. For ticket inferno. "The Business of Fancy Doming". Robinson was available to participants bon, please phone Mike White or Cheryl (Reuniting Families) What is West Nile Virus? In 2012 it became apparent that the West Winner of the 2000 Bellingham for talks and teachings. Brennan at 723 -8281. West Nile Virus (WNV) is a v ms that Nile virus could be spread in other ways, Mayor's An Award, Kanim is a classi- Tuesday night was performance night, Conference Elder Elsie Robinson Also, don't forget to get your ticket for July 2, 3, 4, Kakawis, Tofino, B.C. causes a mild febril Memo (with fever, such as blood transfusions and organ tally trained violinist, who is known for wrapping up the )day event. the raffle that the Elders are having. headache, body aches) in most person transplants. There is also evidence that teachings she received from her grand- "his original solos and technical dash" An & Crafts tables, Singing and Dancing, Lahal, Mini -workshops, Participants got to share newly acquired First prize is Sun Mask, handcrafted who acquire the virus. Some individu- pregnant women can on the vims to mother when stripping trees for cedar You won't want to miss this celebration Camping, Story telling, Hiking, Cedar Bark crafts, Traditional Foods, pass talents. The belly-dancing troupe led by from Alder wood by Elder /Artist Ben als, however, particularly the elderly, their unborn babies and that the virus bark. " I was always taught to be grate- of our culture and heritage, so come on Traditional cleansing, Information Booth, Family Games, Self-Care, and Taìssìa Sinclair anda performed by retreat David. Second prize is a beautifully may develop permanent neurological can be passed through breast milk. fol for cedar and the things it can do for out and bring the whole family. Also, much, much more... participants gave a hip shaking perform- handcrafted Cedar bark and grass woven damage due to encephalitis (inflamma- Healthcare workers can get West Nile us," she said. "Today I aie grateful for check out the Center's June newsletter ance. Participants modeled End basket, with a canoe design, created by tion of the brain), possibly resulting in Virus via needlesticks or cuts. West each and everyone of you." for more info on other events happening We hope to see you there! August's recycled and refurbished cloth- Josephine Thompson. death. Nile virus is not spread by casual co She also spoke of what she hoped the around the Island on Saturday, June For more information and to Register, olease contact: ing. Following the fashion show there Thud prize is a superbly handcrafted West Nile virus was first isolated in the tact or by the resp atory mute. Iris not women would leave the retreat with 21st. Ray Benched, Acting Coordinator, phone: (250) 724 -3233. was a staged reading of one part of drum, with a First Nations Octopus West Nile District in Uganda in 1937. airborne. There is no personttoperson "strength and hope. ludo what you The youth have other activities happen- Drew Hayden Taylor's play Only design, again created by Elder /Artist Vina Robinson, Urban Outreach Worker, phone: (250) 753 -8567 Or the Since then it has spread through Africa, spread, or animal -to -person spread. want when you leave here ing in June, like Nights Alive on June Drunks and Children Tell the Truth. Ben David Tickets are only $5, and are Healing Project staff member working in your region. Southern Europe, the Middle East, Asia, There is no evidence of anyone getting Vina Robinson, acting coordinator for 21st at the Center, from 9:30pm to mid- (The full version of the play will be pro available by contacting Mike White or Oceania and most. recently, North WNV from handling the NCN Healing Project closed the night. Then, tune 27th is the monthly Registration Deadline: June 13. 2003 infected carcasses, formed during the Nuu- chah -nulth Cheryl Brennan at with a 723 -8281. America. It propagates in temperate however it is always recommended that aping 'shank you' to the cooks Youth Dance from 4 Open to midnight. (For planning purposes) Coming Home Project) The evening Tickets are limited, so act now! zones of the world and new evidence gloves be worn to handle any dead bird and everyone else for an entertaining Tickets are just $4 and are available at ended with a comedic skit called Proceeds from both the dinner and the suggests that it may over -winter in or animal remains, to prevent evening. The Urban Women's Retreat is the door. There will be no drop -ins on acquisition Gossiping Gals, written and performed raffle will go to Elders attending the Nuu -chah -nulth Healing Project - 4th Annual Conference northern climates in birds and animals. an annual event aimed at nurturing the June 20th (due to National Aboriginal of other types of infection. Special by participants. Elders' Gathering in Coquitlam this The disease is fatal in domestic wild precautions are not required for health and well being of our Nuuchah- Day celebrations) or June 26th (due to "Huu ?stink silt" (Reuniting Families) Julie Joseph and Geraldine Tom taught August. birds. WNV occurred in New Your City patients who have WNV encephalitis. nulth women. the fundraising dinner). There is a Jam cedar bark weaving and the talented par- So, that's all for now! Have a great 2, 4, For further information please cont. Session with Jason Titian scheduled on July 3, 2003 @ Kakawis, Tofino, B.C. resulting in 62 cases of encephalitis, Symptoms of WNV and iiipants made baskets, pouches, cedar week enjoy the sunshine. including 7 deaths. II has sine spread Vina Robinson at the NCN Healing Saturday June 28th from 4pm to 8pm. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Most infections are mild and symptoms noes and decorations. inexorably west and south through the include the sudden onset of fever, Project 724 -3233 Boats to Kakawis: Geraldine told everyone about the There will be scheduled boats leaving from the Method Marine Gas dock in US and, more recently into Canada. headache and body aches, nausea andror Torino to Kakawis. After we confirm times, schedules will be forwarded to all During 2002, more than 4,000 people in vomiting, occasionally a skin rash on the PAFC Elder's Fundraiser became after Nuu- chah -nulth First Nations, and will also be available through Healing Project North America ill heal. trunk of the body and swollen lymph Port Alberni Friendship Center, Thursday June 26, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ing infected with WNV. This is the glands. These symptoms generally last staff. If you do not catch a scheduled boat to Kakawis, the foe will be your per- largest outbreak of West Nile virus 3 to 6 days. More severe infection may Roast Beef Dinner, Fashion Show & Loonie Auction sonal responsibility unit reimbursements). infection ever recorded. high fever, neck Tickets are $15.00 in advance ($17.00 at the door). Transportation for Urban Nuu- chah -nulth living away from home: be marked by headache, Current Case Count (cumulative stiffness, stupor, disorientation, coma, Transportation will be provided, if needed, from: For ticket information call Cheryl at 723 -8281. cases since August, 2001) .. avulsions, muscle weakness, Campbell River & Nanaimo: call (250) 753 -8567 All proceeds raised from this event will he put towards the Elders attending The first human case of WNV in Canada paralysis and, rarely, death. The incu- Port Alberni: call (250) 724 -3233 the 2003 Elders' Gathering in Carinthia] in August. occurred in August, 2002. As of Aril 23, bation period of West Nile virus Vancouver call (604) 254 -9972 or (604) 312 -6539 2003 human test results in Canada have encephalitis is usually 3 to 14 days. Victoria/Duncan: (250) 413 -7303 confirmed WNV in ()nano (307, cases, Treatment of WNV Infection (Kcal Vina Robinson at (250) 731 -6271 17 deaths), Quebec (16 cases, 1 death) The best way to protect against WNV is NCN Healing Project Transportation for Nuu -chah -ninth living on- reserve: and Alberta (2 cases, no deaths). to avoid mosquitoes: The belly -dancing troupe led by Taissia Sinclair and performed by Please contact your band office if you require assistance with transportation to Horse teat results show WNV In Consider staying indoors at retreat participants gave a hip shaking performance. Upcoming Events and from the Conference. Manitoba (236 cases), Ontario (107 dawn, dusk and in the early evening. Accommodations during the Conference: cases), Saskatchewan (10 eases) and Install or repair window and EVENT 946aTE LOCATION There will be limited shared accommodations available at the Conference. As Quebec (3 cases). door screens so that mosquitoes cannot Nuu- chah -nulth Vancouver Support Group 2 & last Monday Vancouver AFC accommodations are limited, priority will go to Elders and physically disabled Dead Bird testing shows the presence get indoors. Meeting 6 -9 pm 1607 E. Hastings St Tersons. of WNV in birds in all provinces except Place mosquito netting over Healing Project aA Women's Support Group 2 & Last Thunutmonth nth VAFC Tent camp sites will be available for other participants. Newfoundland. the largest numbers are infant carriers when you are outdoors in Ontario (6323 emus) and Manitoba with infants. Meeting 6didrt - 9 pm 1607 E. Hastings St. Don't forget to bring the following; (2624 cases). When possible, wear long. Nuu- chah -nulth Healing Project Support Group Mtg 2 & last Tues. of each month Bath towels, bathing suit, toiletries (Le. toothbrush, soap, shampoo etc.) Etiologic Agent sleeved shirts and long pants whenever Si. Peter's Anglican Church, 228 S. Dogwood St, Campbell River Sleeping bag, pillow, hiking shoes, tent & tarp, mosquito repellent, lawn chair Shawls, West Nile vitas belongs to a family of you are outdoors. Cultural Night Last Thum of ea. loom Naoimo, 204 - 96 Cavan St drums, lahal sticks, etc. Prescription medication if you are taking any; Allergy medication viruses called H :ni inday. his spread Apply insect repellent sparingly Storytelling, Language, 7 pet Single Dancing, Civils, etc. List by mosquitoes that have fed on the to exposed skin. Choose a repellent that Contact Support Group Meeting Every 2 & Last Monday, 6 -8 pm Craft supplies blood of infected birds West Nile virus provides protection for the amount of Victoria, 853 Fisgard St. Please bring your own chumus, and if possible, 1 or 2 jars of canned fish, and/or Nanaimo Urban Office: is closely related to the viruses that time that you will be outdoors. Maie Office (Southern Reams Support Group Mtg second last Thursday of each month, 6 any other food donation. St. pm cause Dengur fever, Yellow fever and St. To avoid helping mosquitoes 5120 Argyle Street, PO Box 1383 204-96 oran are Dtonvn Native Friendship Center, 205 - 5462 Trans Canada Highway Volunteers needed!!! VOY 7M2 Nanaimo, B.C. VOR 2V1 Louis encephalitis. breed in youm environm mt drain stand- Port Alberni, B.C. For more information contact Nuu We are looking for volunteers for Kitchen help, Security, First Aid, setup clean -chah -nulth Healing Project Staff: Vina West Nile virus primarily infects birds ing water. Routinely empty water form Ph, (250) 724-3233 Ph: (250) 753 -8567 Robinson tir 250.731,271. up, etc. If you are interested please contact a Healing Project worker in your area Michael McCarthy tir 250 -413 -7303 or 604 -312- (particularly crows, ravens, blue jays flower pots, pet bowls, clogged rain gut- Fax: (250) 723 -6010 Fax: (250) 753 -8933 6539, Shawn or call our Main office: (250) 724 -3233. Sinclair @ 250ó16 -3674. and magpies), although it has been ten, swimming pool covers. discarded Shawl- Making: found in other mammals such as horses no, backers. hands, cans and other Tofino Office (Central Ronald Victoria Urban Office: If you are interested in making a shawl at the Conference, please bring the fol- and bears. Human cases are still very items that collect water in which mos- 151 First Street, PO Box 279 853 Fisgard St. lowing materials: -Mask quitoes can lay eggs. Tofino B.C. VOR 2Z0 Victoria, B.C. VSW' ISI Chaa -Sap Family Trauma Program 1.5 meters of black broad cloth Transmission of WNV Canada's Initiatives for the 2003 Ph: (250) 725 -3367 Ph: (250) 413 -73(13 fringe for 3 comer of the shawl (optional) 2003 Session Dates Most people get West Nile virus form Season Toll -free: 1- 866 -901 -3367 Fax (250) 388 -5120 scissors the bite of an infected mosquito. Health Canada is currently waiting for Fax: (250) 725 -2158 Kakawis Trauma Program 1 Ilarge spool of each thread black and white or red Mosquitoes become infected form feed- the submission of a screening test to Vancouver Urban Office: June 2 to June 13, 2003 - of an infected bird. Two virus in donated Couples Program Everyone Welcome! No Registration fee. ing on blood cheek for West Nile Gold River Office (Northern Region) 455 East Hastings Street June 22 to July 25, 2003 - Five week Program for families weeks later the mosquito is capable of blood, which is being developed by B.C. 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Page 14 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 - Page 15 Happy 13th Happy 1st Birthday to Birthdays, Anniversaries, Birthday to more From C. Mattersdorfer. Frank on June 25th. Happy birthday to Baby of the Week - Faith Samantha Jennifer Mack an June 28th Love Chancellor Quentin Isaiah from In Memoriam - tatarap Daytona Jack- Rose fibs 14ozs, born June 12, 2003 at 3:00 Shadowy & Jane Thom.. Alexander lack. 1 and Congratulations ant. at Victoria Hospital. Proud grand.. Congratulations to my mom/ grandma would like to wish Little ents are Greta John and Jackson Frank. Webster on her sobriety In loving memory Robert Watts For My Son Lil of 16 years on of Jr (Bobby) our Man of the 1 would like no J Wow she is a proud grandmother alright. June 21st 2003. We love you, keep up the House a happy Quentin August 23, 1976 - to June 22, 2001 . congratulate Heathers a girl is a gift of drug free, alcohol good work in everything you do. Thank you U'hen I seen you come into this world 13th Michael Birthday for free, and smoke tree! Way to go my god- for being here for us, Love always Shammy To all 1 Bobby... MacDonald on his did was cry, July 5, 2003, daughter Heather Ashley Carol Debbie & boy Thomas. It hearts to lose you il LookingI into your eyes that glow like broke our Many More to a a cent graduation Frank and Skylar Robinson. You will enjoy June 24 - Happy Birthday to Larry Ile stars in the sky. But you did not go alone. me Son. Stay Healthy and Safe; from the Building your girl so much, when you held your girls Mitchell Jr. June 28 Happy Birthday too just one and you son, - A pan of us went with you you've come so far we are very proud Envelope keno hand you won't lei go you will bond for Granny Louisa Watts; lone 29 - Happy Listening to your laugh I know we'll The day God took you home, of you Son. Have an awesome day and 1Y 1 Technical Assistant the rest of your life. Love always your god- Birthday to Arnold Thomas. Love Marvin, have a lot of fun. On Angels wings Yyou left us n. Love Always: Mom, Your Program (BETA mother Carol Mattemdarbot, uncle Don, Pearl and lads. =.: -- p .g.N summer 9 ,,`3 We will team from each other every day, To watch us from above. Fa and NI Program). Mike your proud sis Samantha, Nick, Fred, Happy 15th to sister Melissa your anniversary my wife, Though we're filled with sadness graduated with near perfect attendance, , You know I love you in every way. Jessica and baby Dawn Mattersdorfer. Nephew Quentin. Congmtulatiuns Jack & lantme! '1 hey liana Swan, on June 10th. Hall god day. We feel your endless love. missing only one day, and double con- I sit up and watch you sleep late at Happy 19th Birthday to a very spe- recently attended the Western Canadian With love, your husband, Laity Swan. The memories we cling too night, cial nephew Peter. C. loon June 11 and 1 would like to take this opportunity to gratulations on landing his first con- John Taekwon -do Invitational tournament in Wedding AnnommcmaL Joe, (late) Help us get through the day. say Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful stratum job. Yeah Mike! Your face brightens the room better that to Rachel on the same day 18I years old Kelowna, BC. lack won two .silver Cheryl Swan and Anita Campbell would Sometime the tears start flowing lathes in the World!! also, this goes to a light. Happy Birthday. From the Man rwbfers. an to nnocunce the wedding of their medals one for sparring like Because we wanted you to stay - my Dar Father Leo Anthony Jack, you the Wedding took place in front of appro., and the other I love running my fingers through your Fifteen Years of looking at each other, F It daughter a Sandra Carnal' to Stanley Sam, V mean so very much to me, and l want you to merely thirty -Flue immediate family stem or patterns. Jasmine won a bronze soft hair, and waking up to each other... Mr and Mrs Our circle is now broken son of Edward and Ruth Sam. The wedding know that you are always in my heart, No bers, with the reception following in the medal in sporting. Thank you gramma I would do anything for you I'd give Lawrence Swan, June ISth, 2003 they will A link is gone from the chain. or your support. Love always, mom. date is set for November 8th, 2003 in But although we are parted molter where I ga. You're always giving, dining area of the Timberlodge who also you my last breathe of min. celebrate their emery. Ahousaht All family and friends welcome. always there to help in any way; the loving provided the Catering services, Once again Watching you smile fills my heart with Congratulations.. ah ... ah . stutter.. giggle Forever in our hearts. hop you also have a great day Love form rd like to wish my sister Mouse -Anne things you've done for me, I never could congra ladons to Mr. andamt Mrs. Wayne Tate ah Larry, see I didn't forget. Love you both We know we'll meet again. Love from your Dad. Mom Cica, Dad Mike, Brothers: Mike Jo, (or, you make a perfect couple. Your repay. 1 can't imagine what I'd do without from the Tate Family. Dick a happy 301 birthday on Inns 2110. Joseph, Sisters Ellen, Carla, Michelle, Erica No matter what you will always be my the love you give. I'll treasure your sweet Happy Fathers Day to Bob and Happy cousin Carol Mattersdorfer. No more d- thirty!! Have to behave and your other Mom & Dad. little boy. "Bobby" - August 23, 1976 to June 22, 2001 heart of gold As long as shall live. Happy Birthday to Keifer Samuel on June 5 love Congratulations to my darling sis- now enjoy your day sista-love...from To our only brother Fathers Day Dad, I Love You!U'r daughter Grampa Bob, Pauline, uncles Jody and A Happy 6th Birthday to our son, ter Rose -Anne John she delivered a Fibs Molina Rose and Children Love Always Mom Although you are gone Mahn! And to My Handsome Brother's Ricky and your aunties Evelyn, Marlene brother Mike Anthony Titian Jr. on rune Sou baby boy on June 11, 2003 at Happy sweet 16th birthday to my Our love for you is everlasting, and 30,m 2003. Love you forever son, bro. Nanaìmo, B C. Lì1' Cecil George Jr. proud Henry, Leroy, lasso,,,. Rick, JR.and All latish.. Mike, Cica and Children. cousin, Courtney Louie. Enjoy your day Hope you enjoy you special day. Love from grandparents are Julia George and Lorraine And we thought you should know you were our only brother... my Handsome Nephews Chance, John Happy Fathers Day to Ernest, love Happy Father's Day to all my col ..from Molina. Moon and children Mom, Dad, Ellen, Carla Joseph, Darien. From the John family and George Now we're hurting so we can't believe you're Gone Matt, Johnny, Sammy, Wayne, Danny, your daughter Pauline. uncles and Grandpa, Cousins, Friends you John. Michelle, and Erica. family. Happy 23rd birthday to Sheila Dick on We will always Have that happiness and joy in our Hearts forever. Charles, Aaron, Alex, Rudy D, numemu. Happy Birthday to my beautiful niece know who you all are Choo. From Cica family, oops and Mattersdorfer A very Happy Birthday to our Farewell to all the Ahousat June 14th and Justin Dick on June 18th way We will really min you, snore- The most Important thing a Father Shannon Daphne on June 17th. Hope your John & Family p can do for his children is to Love Grandma, Great Grandpa Carl Grant Jumbo Teachers that will be leaving the MaagMsiis over in Port Albenn from Molina, Moon I and Mille. -ann thou day is as wonderful as you Give !alarm. Happy Birthday to my sister in . Mother! on June 3, 2003. We love you Grandpa Elementary High School. You will be sadly and children All the angels in heaven will take Good care of you a big hug and kiss from us! We Love You! Zeballos, Lorrainera Julia John on June 17, On the Tate Carl. Hope you enjoy your special day. missed. Hope your forum looks brighter for Happy birthday to cousin Daisy George Until we meet again our brother behalf of family, we wad Love, Anita, Darryl and Trevor. 2001 Miss you, love you. From your sis- like to congratulate Lot. love from your Grandchildren Mike you all and good luck in ahead of on June 18...from you little cousin lleisha Lots of love and kisses from the Newly Weds of Mr. Happy Birthday to my cur Liz Hansen ter in Ahousaht, Cica John. your jobs Titian, Cica John, Great Grandchildren Tom and Molina and Mrs Wayne date, They were married Jennifer you. especially to my Brenda Patrice. (Tare) on hone 17th! I hope you get everything John, Tim John Mike Jr., Ellen, Carla, Joe, Darlene, Dick - you were a excellent teacher and on the evening of May 30, 2003 at iii, on 6 weeks up Happy belated 25th birthday to one of Your Sisters Marsha and Mila -Ann you wand Love ya! Love, Anita J. Congratulations completing Timberlodge Hotel in Port Alberni, BC Michell & Erica. friend for my daughter Jessica and to Bev my favorite cousins, Denise Michelle Sam Congratulations to my brother Leo in Esperatza, give Jeff a great big hug & Melissa is the youngest daughter of Cheryl Happy 10th Anniversary to Nelson thanks for been there for Fred you (Cha {lee) for June 12 _Lose you cal. and customer service. I would like to thank to wish my Mom a very Happy belated 40? Jack In and Tracy G on thew upcoming kiss faro. From you Lil sis Ciao John Amos (Fred) and the Late Tony (Chappy Suzanne and Roman Frank Sr. on tune 12, were awesome. I will miss the bah of you. From Molina, Moon and girls Trish MdCool and Adrienne for their hard Birthday. Love and miss you Mom!! Love WEDDING in Kyuquot, July 20031 May and Family. Write to me sometime, Cica Fred of the 'Mesh. First Nation. Wayne i 2003, hope your day goes will for the bah From a parent Carol Mattersdorfer on behalf work and patience with as all. I'm sure it your daughter Jolene, granddaughter God Bless you both for the rest of your life! John, PO Box 132 Ahousaht, BC, VOR Happy 25th anniversary to my mommy the one of David and Francis Tare of the of you. We all love you from Mike, Cica, IAO. of my children. was worth n. Also to the rest of the staff, Jolene, granddaughter McKayla and Bon- I am wry proud of you bah for making this and daddy, Darlene and Alec Dick on June Dilidaht First Nation. Maid o June 3, 2003 to Kyle Adams, Happy Melba's f Michelle, Erica, Mike Jr., Ellen, Carla, Joe, We would like send a very happy birth- thank you. Good Luck to you in the future. In -new Mike Joseph. awesomea decision. Love you sis. Slim. 17th. Many. many, many more to come. 1 Honour 18th Birthday! I know you had a good one. was her twin sister Renee, and the Dart come. day shout out to Kelvin Charlie holy moly From Kathy Mark. June Ilk 2003: I'm sending this spe- I 1ppy Birthday Marilyn Lucas on June both much. Love Molina. Best Man Wayne his brother Darryl Many more to come. From your relatives love you so for as Happy Birthday to Steven Michael a big 14 on June 14th. Also we June 23 - Happy Birthday to my kid cial birthday wish out to my Bro Les AKA 2nd Hope you have the beat day ever would espe- Kaitlynn, Marsha and Joseph Jr. Ambrose Titian on June 15, 2003, from the Mattersdorfer's. brother Alex Mark Sr. and to my handsome Marilyn. Thank you very much in all that Molly like to ammoniate him for his con. Pester Happy 241h Bro. Love always your Uncle Mike Auntie Cica, Little Brothers, Congratulations to all the grad's of Happy 8th anniversary to Curtis and nephew Alex In you do. Love son Jessie, tinual efforts in his academic achievements Sis Jolene and family, miss you lots, mom. your Man, Jr and (same day as and Sisters. Ahousat Maagtnsiis Elementary High Margaret Dick on mom June 16 Happy Birthday to my other Rakaylyn. along with his sports achievements. keep - B-day to my School. June 21: Happy 13th Happy Birthday to my niece Sunshine up the hard dad) June 17th. Wish you the best. We love brother Dwayne "Mickey" Ambrose. "(I Happy Birthday Pat Charles. III work "sal" we are soomm Baby Sis Anna Lynn Love your Bro Mike, Sorry on June 26, 2003. Miss you, love Gramme's Little Angel turned One you both so much. Love Molina, Kaitlynn, guess it doesn't matter what kind of cake, (men) on lane 22nd. Hope you enjoy your proud of you! luv mom, dad & Shanny niece McKala and Jolene. you always niece. From AunlieCica and years old on May 14. Happy Birthday lleisha and Joseph Jr. he? Cause Mickey eats anything!) Have a day! We love you lots! From Jessie, Damn We would also like send our "fathers day" June 25: We would liken wish our Family Joanne rollover! We love you so much! PI like to say hello to tow very special good day Luv you both. Your Sis Kathy. and Rakaylyn. shout out to Chief Hanaquiì, hope you have long lost sis from the Sates a very happy Gramme Crystal, Uncle lack, Uncle Roman Sr. Happy Birthday lo our baby Margaret a great one! Love Freda, Daniel, Kelvin & ladies way over in the capital city, Auntie Ilappy Birthday to G Frank Happy 25d Birthday Mauricio Mom,- Matthew and Aunty Cam -Mia. 22nd B -Day, we love and miss you guys Titian on June 20. 2003. Love you Baby, Shanny. Oh yeah Rod, Sam, Parker, Rose Charlie and Auntie Lee Louie. I think on June 301h. You have a wonderful Lopez, my sweet Li] baby is a toddler, as we Happy Birthday to my cousin Roman G lots. lake Care. From Jolene and Mike and hop you enjoy your special day. getting up none, Muskie, Nathan, Steve Tom, Rase of you two often. Hope yore doing well, Father's Day loo! You deserve ill From know it the iambic two's. Mommy & Frank who will be 37 on June 30th. Wish all McKayla. there hey baby, give Abigail great big hug Jr, Bear Cliff I wish you gentlemen a you're bothbomb in my prayers everyday. Come M & Thomas. Kathy Delores Daddy Love you Mauricio. and kiss from all of us, do the best for you cousin. Love always, ...from your niece Happy Birthday Sister it every day "Happy Fathers Day" Rod - I am so ecstatic home and visit Happy Father's Day to Lyle Williams. Congratulations to Special Happy Birthday to our Baby Robyn M. Frank. Touchie on July 6. From Sister Lavern. myL son Frederick John please. Love from Uncle Mike, Auntie name Molina R. Dick when you'd your boy after me. thank you Thank you for being there for one Mattersdorfer (picture right). Ile cele- Molina Rose Dick, June 12, hope you have Happy Father's Day to all my niece Lillian & her mom. Cica, Mike Jr., Ellen, Carla, Joe and Give high regards take care for Happy berated birthday on June 12th to need. Many more years to come. From brated Grad' 2003 from Elememary to an awesome day, love Mom & Dad & uncle's (Archie, Danny, Russell, Wayne, Happy Birthday Brother Lyle Touchie Darienne. now peace! PS givei Beaver a call ASAP. Arlene Paul. With love, from your kids Thomas. C. M. Mark High school June 4, 2003 with his class- Joseph Jr.. Bishop, Paul Sr) Hope you have a wonder- on July 26. From Lawn. Mom, & niece Happy Father's Day to a very spe- This is for my wonderful husband Ron Angel, John, Carlene, your grand children Happy Father's Day to my dearest Lyle. mates of 20 students. I would like to June 12: Special Happy Birthday to ful day. You guys deserve it Love always Lillian. cial man in my life Mike Titian Sr., hope M. Johnson- through all the changes life and your great grandchildren. We capehope you I love you so much - you've been so won- share with all readers that the picture you "Babes" Denise Sam, enjoy your day girl. Robyn, Allen and family. Happy Birthday Winston Curley on you have a very special day. Love you for- and love have brought We are so lucky to us, one thing had fun on your day! derful to me and my son. mom & see of my two gorgeous boys Nicholas Love from Auntie Dart. lots love Happy Father, Day, Allen SR! I July 23. From Lavern, My lid, a, from your wife, girlfriend remains the same- you are my everything Happy Birthday Arl.. Denise was have a guy like you in our lives. From Kathy and Frederick Matterudorfer proud sons To Uncle Angus: You deserve the best, Cica John. love you with all my heart and all my soul. Larry. and you mean the world to met Happy on June 12 ; M Uncle, well thinking about you for Mr and Mrs Donald Maoarsdorfer. we love you, Happy Birthday!! Happy Father's Day to my one and forever and forever. I hope you have a joy - Happy Anniversary to my husband Fathers Day Honey ! Love always & 4- Happy birthday to Gregory Chad.. Happy 401h Birthday to John Barry Fred is the 3rd child, and a very thought- Also to Sophie Hannah, Arlene Paul, Simon us day on June 15th. Love always, Robyn I love you only Dad Lloyd Billy Sr_ Love you too ever your lovely wife April J. June 28. Love Grandma Arl, mom Carlene, Larry Swan, on June 18th, ful, caring, smart, intelligent, loving, Frank and (marine Hainan. Hope you all Dad. From M. Frank. Watts for June 20th. Love from Mom & forever, you'll never know how your daughter in Ahousaht BC. June 12 - A quarter century hey girl! Henderson, Inez and Germaine. always and thoughtful. Fathers Peter Frank Sr! Walla Ile was very much amour - have a good day June 14th: Happy Happy Father's Day to all my brothers Happy lay much what a and happiness you have Well Denise your never to old, but "happy Happy Birthday Quentin For July joy aged, by his big brother Nicholas tor go to And A lot more to come. I just want to say Id Happy Birthday to June Billy for June you Birthday to Sheila Babes Dick, hop you Joseph, Thomas, Tim, Simon, Russell, birthday my friend! Hope you had good made in my life, and what a treasure school and he always looks up to his big I love you. Dad and hope you have fanon 8th. Love Grandma & Uncle Soo. me. I LOVE YOU, love have a good day. June 18th: Happy Richard, Steve John, Lloyd Sr., Eric John, one. From your friend and neighbour Carol 17th. From Auntie Anita & monist. will always be to Mahn Nick, never goes a day where he June 15th. I wish we could have bean there Happy Birthday to Molina Rose Dick Birthday Justin Dick, Luv from Auntie Christopher, Douglas Sr.. From your Sister Mattersdorfer and family John B Watts, Han June 20, 1963, Age always your wife Gena leaves him behind. I am so proud of you with you Love always, Robyn, Allen, on Jove 12. (Trust me... its ok to cat the to a very special nacre Dart. Cica John and Family. To Moe Dick - Tom June 12, 40 Years Today. We are so happy to see that Happy birthday Nick, for helping your Jr., Jordan and Queen. little brother out. To my long lost fiend, cousin Kathy Carmen, Krystal Allen king. Lays! Cur you are doing an much better. So here you pie Gladys Swan. June 12th, love a niece June Happy 29th Birthday to you! and may I would like to recognize, my aunt 2lal: Happy Birthday to Margaret Dianna. Betty Mark, miss you bud, you better come home June 19 - Happy 11th Birthday to are turning 40 Yrs over the Hill (hat ha! hope you enjoyed your day!! love always Rattail for Ann Dick, Enjoy your day! Love from Day to special man been there for the past two and visit me sometime real soon. Take Care. Happy Father's the hope you have ha!). Hope you have Great Day John. your uncle Larry Auntie Gene and Family. Io 13th Beano. AK (All way)! years for native language, Dart, Happy Wesley Thomas Sr, We love he talked high- Alm & Tribe lane 22nd: Happy Happy Father's Day Lyle Williams, From in ow lives, Mr the most wonderful day. You deserve h Happy Birthday to you! With all our Love, Happy birthday to Parker Mack, ly about values, Birthday Ryan Thank you being here your beliefs and teach- Birthday to Courtenay Columba Louie and you dad/ Grampa fa because you're the best! Love you forever, Sis Rita, lay. Marla. Lome, Darryl, Jolene, Francine Frank on June 18th, My cousin ings. Thank you Leonard M., I and enjoy your day!! Love and to Dave Miller P.E. Ms. Anne June 25th: Happy Anniversary for us always from Mom, Thomas, and Lyle. Tamara & Toady XOXOXO. arse, Frank in Victoria June 25th, teacher, for been pretty active with Happy Birthday to hope you have a always, loony and Shammy. my to Sal & Louie Frank It (lots of years eh?) Congratulations to Jessica Tam and Happy Birthday to our big sis Tasheena Jennifer Mack on June 28th, hope you all boy! To Bev Nelson, always on top of Ryan and Mauricio Special Day. I Happy Fathers Day to my Uncles Wes deserve it. From lieu. We would like to wish our Daughter, l' her classmates for graduating Grade 7. 1 (Georgina) Livingstone on June 21 Take it have a great day you things and very structured .'-Lopez my two know it was a spe- Richard M Thomas, well teacher Sister Ellen Rose Joanne Irene Delilah Llamas), in Victoria, wish you all the best in the future. Love easy on your bwhoay sis! Have fun and win Larry and family you are. Thank you and cial day me the Man Eddie Smith, to the rest of the !boys, Daddy loves for Luke Swan, Charles., some big S on your b-day. Happy Birthday Congratulations to my Sister Bahia Titian a Happy 51h Birthday on June 3, Mom & Thou.& Lyk. staff that played a role, Sammy, to Ginger Frank You both. Ryan day you were Geno, Parker, Wally, grampus; Speaking were 19 Charlesoo, who Graduated from UBC, Way 2003. Hope you enjoy you special day. /Grad -there to niece Erin Ross on June 2150. From especially, for coaching and guiding my My big son, and born, June 25, Hudson, Oye, Felix, Robert, Ants. lemon. to there Sisa, We are so Proud 01 all your Love you forever from Mon, Dad, of us that graduated the Cross Roads Annie and Dave. into education. Brothers Dad Stan, Grampa Stan, From the bottom of Mauricio my baby 1990. I want you Zany. Qaamina, It was a great Accomplishments in your life, now Mike Jr. Joseph, sisters Carl, Darinne, Program at Horizon Management. Happy Belated Birthday to John my heart thank you klem Moo. Grade 8 to know Rich love from Shammy. remember Nat we boy have a Great you're very special Ryan. My wonderful 12 -week course involving OPA 13/01 We you go girl and always Michelle and Erica. Gomez, who turned 30 on June. mw hey son! Love from mom, dad, Also a very Happy 25d Happy birthday to Gladys Swan on for as well as are for us. Day both of you. Ryan 13, on June 25 L'ì1 boy is growing up lobe a young Level I Traffic Control, WHIMS, Computer love you lots and forever. From all your are here you you Samantha,. Nick, Birthday to our baby, sister Daienne Joyce Jessica, and baby Dawn 2 man! Lots a love June 12th. Happy birthday to Francine Love always your Sister Gene, Larry and and Mauricio on June 20. Lots of love from your Mother, Training and money management. As for family and friends. Elephant Jolla . Mattersdorfer. Titian on June 29, 20003 Love you 8 mite, Frank & Mr Parker "Spark" Mack in Seattle family. form Dad Hector. LeonaL & Dad Hector and Mauricio. me, I am continuing training in Food Safe June 4: Mc and my family would like on June 18th /03. 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Attention Nuu -chah -nulth membership... I would like to say a big thank CANDLELIGHT VIGIL FOR you to all those who have Career Opportunities - q "i- cah- to -mis Please notify your First Nation if you have any events that happen in our life such as Marriage, Divorce, Birth, Death, Name Change and LISA MARIE YOUNG helped me with my upcoming soccer trip to Spain and especially *Transfers-. Job Posting: Counsellor . Submitting these documents to the Nou -chah -nulth Tribal Council office It has been one year since Lisa's disappear- Portugal this summer. Thank you to my parents lack and is just as important as submitting these documents to your First Nation. ance. The Young Family invites you to I 'rS Contract to end of February 2004 join Deb for their constant support. Being on the D.I.A. list does not mean you are on your First Nation's The project "Sharing My Story: Indian Residential School" requires a them in keeping their daughter's name Also to my Brother Dan Registry Band List, you must apply for Band Membership. ry x . Counsellor to deliver services and reside in Nltinaht Lake. The Counsellor will Your First Nation needs your current address and phone number so they (Herble) and sister Susan for be responsible to work with individuals, small groups, families and the comma. can contact you regarding Treaty developments, letters and bulletins. alive: June 29th, 2003 their support. Thanks to my oily on issues specific to residential lead = 1 ). school trauma that will to haling and First Nation phone numbers and addresses are listed below for your mm- Swyalana, Waterfront Park in Nanaimo aunty Laverne, uncle Jeff, reconciliation.. A flexible schedule is required to meet the needs of the clients. venienec. cousins Sherri and Thomas, The successful applicant will assist in the planning, implementation and evalua- Ahousaht Arrive at Dusk. and friend Evelyn Steinbach wo tion of the project and report to the Sharing My Story Committee. Candles will be provided. Qualifications: - 670 -9696 for their help with my fundraising. I'd also like to thank my best friend Amanda (250) 670 -9563 Fax: (250) On June 30th it will be a year since our loved one Lisa Marie Young has Diploma or degree in counseling or equivalent and time with my and A General Delivery Ahousaht, B.C. VOR IAO been missing. Lisa is member of the Tla- o-qui -ahi First Nations. Words cannot Allen for her support fundraising training sessions. big Minimum 5 years experience Nation describe the pain we feel inside, since the day you went missing from our lives. thank you to Mike Matilpi for his generous donations of the beautiful silver jewellery Proven experience in facilitating groups Ditidaht First Remembering you is the easy pan - the memories and the love we have for you is auctioned off at my fundraisers and to Ben Nookemus for his donation of a cedar Must have knowledge of and experience in working with survivors and us is A to 1- 888 -745 -3366 - Fax: (250) 745 -3332 what keep going. This what gives us the strength to carry on and keep your box which donned a design by Ron Hamilton. big thanks also goes out uncle An later generations impacted A story alive. Even though we still have no answers we will never give up till we do. for his donation of a cedar bear mask, which was also auctioned at one of my Effective in dealing with stresses z PO Box 340 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M8 Our lave and prayers is with you always our sweet girl. We love you so much! You fundraisers. I also thank uncle Ron for his many hours of working on designs in sup- Ability to organize and implement programs and workshops are forever in our thoughts and prayers. Love Ehattesaht your Auntie Carol Martin. port of my trip. Also, I thank all those who had attended any of my fundraising Strong written and oral communication skills On Monday, June 30th (at dusk) my sister loe -ann Young is having a candle vents. Thank you so much for your help. If there is anyone I have forgotten to men- Recent RCMP Criminal Record Check 1- 888 -761 -4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 light vigil in Naaaimo. It will be held at the Swy -a -Iona Lagoon, It is located behind tion, I thank you kindly for your support. Valid BC Driver Licence the Nanaimo Civic Arena on the waterfront. (Near downtown) Everyone is welcome! PO Box 59 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Please reply to: Ditidaht First Nation, Ann: Sharing My Story Counsellor Posting , - Hesquiaht First Nation Nuu- chah -nulth Education Worker Kuu -us Crisis Line C.A.R.E. Workshop Box 340 Pon Alberni, BC VOY 7M8 Nuu -chah -nulth Community and Human Services (CHS) is seeking a Nuu-chah- or by fax (250) 745 -3332, or by e-mail: administration @ditidaht.ca I- 877 -232 -1100 -Fax (250) 670 -1102 Critical incident Stress Management/Debriefing for Front -Line Workers nulth Education Worker for the A.W. Neill Middle School. This is a full -time Deadline: Noon Friday, June 27, 2003 PO Box 2000 Tofino, B.C. VOR 2Z0 June 25/03, loam - 3pm position, which is under the direction of the NTC Education/Cultural Supervisor Hupacasath First Nation NTC Heating Project Boardroom 5120 Argyle St. and general supervision of the principal in the school. Facilitator: Kuu -us Crisis Line E.D. Elia Nicholson -Nave Responsibilities will include: Make Children First (250) 724 -4041 - Fax: (250) 724 -1232 To liaison with parents and community agencies; To act as a role model, and to provide emotional and academic support to West Coast Aboriginal Community Facilitator PO Box 211 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 The June workshop will be Critical Find Nations' students; Incident Stress Ucluelet - Tofino To assist in the instruction of Nuu -chah -nulth culture to all students; Huu-ay-aht First Nation To provide support, information and assistance to Make Children First Network Management/Debriefing for To work with teaching staff and administration to provide Nuu- chah -nulth as a First Nations Community Consultant The position a one year contract 1-888-644-4555 - Fax (250) 728 -1222 FRONT -LINE WORKERS, June perspective on educational tools, teaching methods and cultural differences. (work for up to 15 hour per week) with the Port Albenmi Friendship Centre, PO Box 70 Bamfield, B.C. VOR 1130 25/03 form l0am -3pm at the Nuu - Qualifications: under the direction of the Make Children First Aboriginal Committee. chah nuhh Healing Project Grade 12 plus a strong desire to work with elementary /secondary students, Please submit covering letter, resume and the names of three references by June Ka:'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k'tles7et'h' Boardroom 5120 Argyle St. An understanding of Nuu -chah -nullh language and culture; Facilitator will Good communication and problem-solving skills; 9th, 2003 to: (250) 332 -5259 - Fax' (250) 332 -5210 ' . be KUU -US Crisis /'stilt Executive Director, Port Albomi Friendship Center Line: Elia Nicholson -Nave. The Must have a car and valid drivers licence; Stevens, General Delivery Kyuquoy B.C. VOP 1J0 stw references and criminal record check. theme is to team techniques on Provide acceptable 3555 -4th Avenue, Port Alberni, BC, VOY 4H3 For further infommtion contact Blair Thompson at (250) 724 -5757. further information on qualifications and responsibilities, please contact Jeff Mowachaht / Muchalaht handling stress management as For at (250) 723-8281. well as debriefing process when Send applications by June 23MI 2, Doi to: (250) 283 -2015 - Fax: (250) 283 -2335 dealing with historical and trau- Nuuchah -ninth Tribal Council 4 PO Box 459 Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO matic in incidents their role as PO Box 1383 Attention: Caterers Front -Line Workers. For more Nuchatlaht First Nation Port Albomi, BC V9Y 7M2 The Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council will once again be accepting bids from cater- information or to register call the Fax: (250) 723 -0463 ers to provide Chumas, coffee, tea and juice for the NTC Scholarship (250) 332-5908 - Fax: (250) 332 -5907 business office 723 -2323 or voice Email: [email protected] Presentations on July 18, 2003 beginning at 6:00pm, Maht Mahn Gym. PO Box 40 7 hallo, B.C. VOP 2A0 mail 731 -3206. (Word97 accepted) Caterers will be expected to provide the following: Tla- o- qui -aht First Chums (Cakes, Fresh Fruit etc): Coffee, Tea, Juices (Cups, sugar, cream, stir Nations sticks. Water Napkins and plates; Serving the above; Rental of the Kitchen Lit (250) 725 -3233 - Fax: (250) 725 -4233 Tsu -ma -as Transformation Society Facility; Clean up as related to above Important notice to all Mowachaht/Muchalaht members Please send in your bid to the NTC office PO Box 18 Tofino, BC. VOR 2Z0 We are in recruit of our members to participate in a Band Meeting scheduled for Port Alberni, BC c/o Eileen Haggard, Fax: 723 -0463 Telephone:724 -5757 Toquaht Nation Friday, June 27, 2003 0110:00 am in the Wahmcesh Centre, Tsaxana. The Ph. (250) 724 -4041 Deadline for Bids - July, 4 2003 Mowachaht/Muchalaht members are asked to vote: 'Reminder - Scholarship Applications must be in by Friday, July 4,. 2003, 4:30 (250) 726 -4230 - Fax: (250) Fax (250) 724 -1232 726 -4403 I) To remain in the Hereditary System or inn PO Box 759 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 2) To return to the Election System and begin the election process. trevor @hupacasath.ca Centre If you have any further questions, please contact Sandy Howard at 1- 250 -283- REQUEST FOR SUBMISSIONS OF INTEREST Kakawis Family Development VOR 2Z0 Tseshaht First Nation 7628 or e -mail: or contact Margarita James at the Band Office 1- 250 -283 -2015 FROM NUU -CHAH -NULTH CARVERS Box 17, Tofino, BC or e -mail: mjames @yuquotca Phone: (250) 725-3951, Toll Free: 1-888 -724 -1225 - Fax: (250) 724 -4385 The Tsu -ma -as Transformation Society is seeking submissions of interest from qual- 0. Itlaidgettaniq (250) 775 -4285 ified Nuu -shah -nolth artists for the carving of two welcome figures that will be nan Fax: PO Box 1218 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 711,11 ATTENTION ALL UCHUCKLESAHT MEMBERSHIP located al a new waterfront development in Port Alberni. E -mail - [email protected] Uchucklesaht Tribe We need names, addresses & phone numbers of all Uchucklesahl Decedents. Project Overview: Kakawis Family Development Centre is accepting applications fora self The Tribe has now initialled an Agreement in Principle with BC Canada. Caning two welcome figures, approximately 20 -25 R. all each motivated/experienced Youth Worker fora 7 week period beginning approximately (250) 724 -1832 - Fax: (250) 724 -1806 Now we need to hear from you! Work to he completed at a site determined by the Society, with work June 30, 2003. Please contact the office at anticipated to start in July 2003 Location: Mara Island PO Box 1118 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 hour /week/5 day Phone (250) 724 -1832 Fax: (250) 724 -8106 - Carving design will include the artist's interpretation, guided by an Hours: Average of 35 /week Address: PO Box Ills, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 7L9 Elder's panel Wages: $101,0 Ucluelet First Nation Typed Submissions Must Include: Basic Requirements: To be considered, all applicants must: outlaw returning to school 726 Cost of carver's services I. be (250) -7342 - working with ,hildren youth Ucluelet First Nation Members Provisions for training assistant carvers 2. have a minimum of at least two years experience Fax: (250) 726-7552 The will be a General Band Meeting on Summary of artist's design style 3. by physically active 4. be willing to have criminal record check PO Box 699 Ucluelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 Examples of relevant work . Monday, July 7, 2003 All applicants must: Statement of availability Skills & Abilities: excellent and interpersonal skills Dinner @ 5:00 pm, Meeting @ 6:00pm The Successful Proponent Will Be Responsible For: have have conflict resolution skillss There will be door prizes, for those are in full attendance Providing all necessary tools Treaty Planning Meeting be responsible Congratulations to the following people for winning June 2 door prizes Own accommodations and peso expenses it have the ability to cooperate with team members This request for submissions does not constitute an offer of contract or employment 1st -Darns Williams - Gift Certificate for Number One Market To be considered, applications must be received no later that 12pm, Thursday, lune July 2nd - 3rd, Victoria The Society retains the right to follow -up on any or none of the submissions as it god - Gordon Taylor Sr. - Dinner for two Mountain Boy 26th, 2003. Interviews will be offered to eligible, qualified applicants on Friday, June Traveller's Inn City Center, 1961 Douglas St. sees appropriate. 3rd - Yani Barney - Gift Certificate for Crow's Nest Submissions of interest must be received by Friday, June 27, 2003 at 2pm local 27th, 2003. at -1232, or (email) Development Centre, Attention: Melody Charlie 4th -Anita Charlie - Fruit Basket time. Send submissions to Trevor Jones (fax) 250- 724 Kakawis Family [email protected] PO Box 17, Tofino, BC, Fax: 725 -4285

a Ha- -Sa - Page 18 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - June 19, 2003 Shilth June 19, 2003 - Page 19 Community Events Ans Miscellaneous Klecko's - kekoo FOR SALE: Native designed jewellery; Priced to set. 14 H. X 70 ft. Princeton silver, copper, gold engraving, stone set- 1993 Mobile Homc. 2 Bedroom, plus 12 This is more than "THANK VOID" to welcomed the SABBAS FAMILIES into CLASSIFIEDS and Celebrations ting. Contact Gordon Dick by phone H. X 18 tt. addition, Located at Sprout our Chief Mike Tom and his wife your family. It was the food that fed 723 -9401. Lake Mobile Home Park. Shiela... your people to make sure that we were Aolonlouve Employment Wanted/ Can be moved, Sitting of Kelthsmaht Chieftainship and House FOR SALE: Carvings for sale. If you relocated. By appointment only. This is like the royal red carpet rolled full through evening. Nuuchah -nulth are cordially invited to witness in traditionally are interested in native carvings such as: D &M AUTOCLEAN Services Offered NO AGENTS! Phone: 724 -5290 out to your presence for giving the most Mike, it shows that this had to come All coffee table tops, clocks, plaques, 6" "WE'LL DO YOUR DIRTY WORK" COU -US CASH - Need Cash between fabulous dinner on Soudan May 17, from your heart and not from your seat sitting of the head Chief of the Kelthsmaht Nation at Ahousaht on DOUSE FOR SAI F 3-bdtm house totems, canoes, leave message for Charlie Automobile cleaning and renewal. paydays. We loan $100, $200, up to 2003 to give thanks to the singers and in f71ief whop. J know that cause you June 28, 2003 starting at noon. Chief Haauquii with 3 bdrm basement suite. Close to all Mickey al 724 -8609 or c/o Box 40, CARS - TRUCKS - RV'S - BOATS. $500 dollars. 100% owned and operated dancers who performed for Chief Mike took the time to see if I was ok before amenities. Fruit trees. 3909 -9th Ave., loo, B.C. VOP 7429 Pacific Rim Highway. way inside the hall. On June 29, 2003 the decedents and the families of, Mary (Smith) and Alec Zabel 2A0 by First Nations. Phone (250) 390.9225. Port Alberni. $95,000. Call 723 -0308. Tor at Neah Bay . !have to tell you you made your Amos, Joseph and Esther Smith, Moses Smith, and WANTED. Hide for school projects. Phone 72&2211.. Or (250) 741 -6070 eel 401 Harvey Mike & Sheila that you both honoured Mike, I could not let this go by without Clara Willy Tyler, Julia HOUSE FOR SALESAI to TEN member Call Julia Landry . @724 -0512 (8 -4pm R Bay. B.C. yourselves m well... letting the whole world know of what Anne Lucas; are invited to family get together. The location .111 he at the d,N on Esowista Reserve. Good condition, in @ weekdays). FOR SALE: 1989 Honda Civic Si, sun- ANITA'S Al Th Sewing Chief Mike, you brought tears of happi- kind of hear and respect you have for Hanson Hall Port Alberni 5 pm. We are looking forward to this family get RATIONS: views of ocean & forest. Quiet area together. This dinner Is few reasons, one is we relative who Is NATIVE BASKET WEAVING made roof, red, 5- speed. $4500 abo. 7244383. hems, etc., etc. Ph. 723- 8890. ness, love & a lot of respect from me US! So, again thank you from my heart fora that base $110,000 Call for more info: (250) 725- we by Kathy Edgar. Show case of all gizmo( FOR SALE: 1 1999 Safari Van - 7 pas- TS.G TRUCKING SERVICE: Moving and my family as well from the commu- to yours for the wonderful dinner you ruing up front Yakima for a visit and would like her and her family ta 3482. - baskets. Weaving classes - are held sager. excellent condition $12,000 And I puling Reasonable Rates. Tom nity because of the way you took care put on. meet the rest of the family. We will also be honoring ne of our granddaugh- WANTED: Medical Equipment such as fax throughout the year. For more informa- (000). Contact (259) 726 -7144 or Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, wheelchairs etc. be of your people. It was not the gifts you WE LOVE YOU BOTH, ALWAYS0 t t t t ters for her recent graduation from Uric. Josephine and Earl George Can dropped off at tion phone 416- 0529,. Address box 863 - .(250)726 -2188. BC. Phone: (250).724-3975. gave away that pleased us, it was your Love & Prayers Nom, Kayla & Edward the Tsesha& Band Once. 5000 Mission The Mickey Family would like to invite you to their Memorial 8140 York Ave. Crofton, B.C. VOR IRO. heart and your wide open arms which Lucas. FOR SALE: MotoMaster ramp OumtES Advisory for Histories, Road, Port Alberni. Contact Gail K. FOR SALE' Genuine Authentic basket Dinner for their late parents Charlie and Caroline Mickey on Carrier. Good Condition. Offers, call Governance, and Constitutions (forming Gas at 724 -1225. A letter of Thanks to all of you who sup- & phone calls, everything you guys have ii weaving grass. Linda Edgar, phone 754. BREAD FOR SAI: F' or made August 16th at the Athletic Hall, starting at noon. 723 -3880 governments). contact Harry Lucas, at FRESH ported us on our new healing journey. done means so much to m. Thank you to 4462. 0 order, also buns & pies. Pick up or WANTED: Digital speedometer for 724-1494. I would t,':e to express our gratitude to Val & Bìshop,Dauny & Eliza & family, BASKET WEAVING FOR SALE: delivery in P.A. 723-6983. Q "aaq"inakois - taaktuuta - Joey Dennis'- Memorial 1988 Olds Cutlass Supreme. Call 723- FREE LANGUAGE CLASSES: at alot of special people in our life, we will & Karen & Corey for coming up to Grad liar Regalia, Baskets, Weaving FOR SALE' Beautiful Native Design 9706,or731 -6222 Hupacasath Hall. Language Instructor - never be able to thank you enough for all The family of q-aaq'inakeisit - late They Dennis will be having a taakluuta (mown- material, specializing in Maquina Flat Esperanza for our Grad it meant slot to Tat Tatoosh. Monday and Wednesday Dress. New condition. Size 5 -7. 724- al feast) to put to rent our mourning and you have done for our family. First, I all us. To my cousin Maggie & celebrate the life he lived! We the Earrings. Available to teach at confer- Will do professional bodywork and 3049. of Miller Nights. 7 pm to 9 pm. (Bring your own would like to thank the Esperanza staff Ikons I tepee Family invite you all to witness the ,ereinoines molts we have ences and workshops. Call Julie Joseph painting. Over 10 years experience. Uncle Sam, thank you for fixing our car pen & paper). Parenting Skills for FOR SALE: Custom built food cart for all the work you have done to help us making sure we made it home. planned for this special day. Date: October 18 tool. This is an announcement of the (250)729-9819. Marcel Durward (250) 720-0155 with grill, deep fryer, sink, water pump, and hack Parents & TON. Fridays from 3 -4 pm. be ill our journey to a better Iife,Tim & date only we will going around to various First Nations to formally invite in a tra- FOR SALE: carved whale teeth, whale I To Sharon & Dean Johnson, thank you EVERYONE IS WELCOME. cue kleco. and lots of storage. owner. $6500, oho. Cindy, Kevin Carol, Julie, Art, Ralph ditional manner. If you would like to suggest a good day for our family to visit your hones and bear teeth. & for retrieving our our keys and every- Employment Wanted Edward Tatoosh, Certified Linguist. 724 -0383 teeth, & Wendy, we already miss all the laugh- thing else you did for us Also to Mom - Community during the summer, contact nut -sii (Rob Inman() Cultural coordinator WANTED: whale whalebones, /Services Offered 2$AWAAYUUS SII ARE YOUR TA - Hand tied flies. ter and joy you brought into our lives Winnie,Aontie Rome Huu-ay -ah[ First Nation @ Work (250) 728 -3414 or Toll Free 1- 888 -644 -4555, mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt For Sale; Flyfishen!I & Greta, and NEED A PHONE? ENTS WITH YOUR ELDERS: Wendy, you are one special lady. To trade beads Le.. msg. For Steve & Elsie All Native American made (TSeshaht). Uncle Oye thank you for the fresh Mead Home (250) 724-0169. Or Email cc huuayaht first_ nattoahounail cam BEEN DISCONNECTED? Volunteers required for the following: Steve Y thank you for everything you and the finacial support.To Rick John at 604- 833 -3645 or c/a #141 -720 6'° Many styles and sizes available. Eau keekoo - uutsii- cultural coordinator HEN. No Deposit? re Give demonstrations ,and/0r teach ha, taught us, allowing God Into our hearts St, New Westminster BC V3L3C5. INSTAPHONE) James S Rush 6717024, C.B.C.C., Lidholm .Sal Frank, & our new friend No Credit? ket weaving, carving, painting, etc. ,We FOR $AI.F: Native painting. Call Bruce 1` 1830 Eagle Crest Way, Clallam Bay, only made our life better. Also to Robin, Darlene Dick thank you for believing in No Problem! RECONNECT also need cultural entertainment Contact There has been a change of date Nookemus (250) 728 -2397 you brought laughter into our life that us and giving us a chance. If I missed Darlene Erickson at 724 -5655. WA, U.S.A., 98326 -9723 CALL 1 -866- 334 -6782 we will always remember. A heartfelt anyone, I am Sony it was not intention- for Barry Wayne McCarthy (Bear) Memorial Potlatch CENA SWAN CEDAR ARTS AND WESTCOAST TRANSITION 1101ISF STARTING. AT 530.95 Employment Wtd/Semites Offered thanks to my sister Valerie & tiro Mark al. from October 25 to November 29, 2003 CRAM& floral arrangements for wed - EMERGENCY SHELTER: For 723 -8819 Jack, thank you for making the long trip In closing I would just like to let every- dings/grads etc. Call 250- or Abused Women and their Children on Elegant Advantage Decorating at the Alberni Athletic Hall, starting at 12:00 noon. lady_sky_58 @honail.cam. ensue to drop off& pick up our stuff, we will one know that Esperanza was a wonder- email: N4p call 24 hours toll free 1- 877 -726 -2020. and Catering Services We would like to acknowledge the people that came close to us in the time of need. ar9 never be able to express in weds how ful, peaceful,life giving experience that FORT AI BERM TRANSITION Tracey Robinson (Mort.: 723 -8571 Hosts: Laura McCarthy and Johnny McCarthy Sr. James swan - Wtpaysgo much we appreciate everything you did really made a change in our lives for the i saOaaaaeoa HOUSE: Call 7242223 or call the nears Margaret Robinson Home: 723 -0789 11-editions' Artist for us. Also thank you to Alice & bank was an experience we will est local shelter or crisis center. We do all occasions: Weddings, Original paintings, carvings (small Murrey John Jr. for the support you never forget. Congratulations to our new Mack Family Reunion August 30th 2003! & Bring Your Drums! DFI P LINE FOR CHILDREN: Showers, Graduations, Banque totems and plaques). Watssitnis' prints showed us, I missed you so much -Had- family Karen & Fred Adams & Family, The T gosh. Mack family is planning a ';`R,11 3101234. Brunches, Dinners. ***Super Host & a available. Ph: (250) To my mom Irene thank you for coming John & Margo, Bruno & Rose, Darl & and few t-shirts WANTED: Nuu- shah -nulth women that Food Safe Certified * *. reunion on the weekend of August 30th, (i Cc!: (250) 735 -0790 up and staying with us during our last Joe, and Tim 670-2438, -^ would like to join my exciting team of & tom John, (We will be 2003 it Ucluetet It's Men too long since LES SAM TOOUAm BAY CONVENIENCE e earn week, you came at a time when I really our keep Or -mail thus:ma,. yell, Mary Kay Independent Saks. not pyra- waiting for lnvitationhwe will we all got together. The date is now set CONSTRII('f ioN STORE: Open Year round! Located on needed you," I LOVE YOU MOM ",you you all in our prayers. mid. For more information please phone and would like people to bring their Macoah Reserve. Status Gigs available. really nude my mothers day special and Love from Chris& me, Rosalre Brown @ (250) 385 -9906. Gen, Chris drums, bring your songs and of course (250) 726 -8306. Shaky Mack Proprietor. you made the kids so happy. To my AID TRAINING' Canadian Red Jr,Cynthia,Beadley, Tammy & Baby bring the dancers! Volunteers for food 4 Bett cDautd FIRST MOUNTAIN BOY (20001- FAST- Family, thank you for all you support miau- eón -nattk First Aid Instructors Shanique. and cooking urgently required. Cross Certified FOOD TAKF/4UT: 1627C Peninsula oAea/kw farm( vKatwo uArlrst Alex Frank are available to Suggestions and input greatly t Laverne and Road, Ucluelel, B.C. Pirra, Chicken, appreciate The family of the late Tommy N. 11111 McCarthy & Nancy Gallic, Anita & Tom teach First Aid to your group, office, or ed. Let's make this an event to remember! Jesse Mack please contact via email. or sodo. aatlmraa. man -ECCR MONS Ribs & Ice Cream. Open 7 days a week would like to thank the following: The Hickey Frank & Laveme Hillier, Janice community. Classes can have up to 24 We also require S10.00 donation towards or you can mail me at Gloria Mack, 65- .Nwasowmrtaroa from 11:30am - I opm. Deliveries after Dr. Peter Aids Foundation for providing & Dave Gray, Doug Fong, Shen & wwr.m4-r. Moo students. Phone (250) 725 -3367 or (250) the cost of the event. 4061 Larehwood Dr, Victoria, BC, VON. 10103,1calop Undo 5:30pm. Tel: 726 -2221. Gwnero Vi & a caring home for Tommy for the last bonny Wong, Darryl Gretchen & Inn 726-2604 for more Information. We would like to gather and renew fami- 4P1. Joe Martin pöerrepnekrynon Crystal Mundy. three years. The Chapel of Memories for Cheryl, Dave Merry & Jan & Family, PortAbmtl,BC TRADITIONAL DUGOUT CANOES NUE- CHAR -NULTH NATIVE LAN - FOR RENT: Anon-profit otganiration your care and ly ties and new family members. We need Hope to hear from you soon! Check out compassion during this Pam Neuwirth, Diane Peters & Barbara, Transcribing in phonetics - for to sect! 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I 20 Ha-Shilth-Sa June 19, 2003 N E.D.C. BUSINESS NEWS I Aboriginal Taxation Workshop answers questions for Nuu- chah -nulth business people

On June 06, 2003 NEDC hosted a one- Parliament of Canada or any Act of day taxation workshop at the Barclay the legislature of a province, but Hotel in Port Alberni. subject to section 83. the following The five workshop sessions were facili- property is exempt from taxation, tated by Nuu- chah -nulth lawyer, Hugh namely: Braker, QC and Peter Ranson, B.A., (a) the interest of an Indian or C.A of KPMG. a band in reserve or surrendered lands: and NEDC hosted a one -day taxation (b) the personal property of workshop facilitated by Nuu - an Indian or band situated on a chah -nulth lawyer, Hugh Braker, reserve. (2) Idem - No Indian or band is subject to taxation in respect QC and Peter Ranson, B.A., C.A Peter Ranson, KPMG's National Director of Aboriginal Services is of the ownership, occupation, pos- recognized as one of Canada's leading- experts in of KPMG session or use of any property men- Aboriginal Taxation. tioned in paragraph (1)(a) or (b) or is Called to the bar in 1984, Hugh otherwise subject to taxation in respect Braker, QC was the staff lawyer for the of any such property. NEDC PRESENTS NTC until 1989, when he began his pri- (3) Idem - No succession duty, inheri- vate practice. Hugh has in specialized tance tax or estate duty is payable on the Aboriginal law and legal issues THE NUU- CHAH -NULTH empha- death of any Indian In respect of any sizing these beliefs by volunteering for such property mentioned in paragraphs many Aboriginal and Multicultural (1)(a) or (b) or the succession thereto if LANGUAGE AND Associations. Hugh has extensive expe- the property passes to an Indian, nor rience lecturing both Nationally and shall any such property be taken into Internationally. CULTURAL PROGRAM This is the third NEDC account in determining the duty payable Taxation workshop that he has facilitat- under the Dominion Succession Duty sponsored by Primates World Relief Development Fund ed. Act, chapter 89 of the Revised Statutes Peter Ranson, B.A., C.A. is KPMG's of Canada, 1952, or the tax payable NEDC in partnership with the 25% of the total project funding National Director of Aboriginal Services under the Estate Tax Act, chapter E -9 of Primates World Relief Development will be secured from sources other and recognized as one of Canada's lead- the Revised Statutes of Canada, 1970, on Fund is pleased to be able to offer that the Nuu -chah -nulth Language ing experts in Aboriginal Taxation. He or in respect of other property passing to The Nuu -chah -nulth Language and and Cultural Fund. has authored a book for KPMG entitled an Indian. Cultural Program. Timeline: First Nations and Canadian Taxation, Historically Aboriginal taxation issues now in its second edition. Peter This program is designed to assist All projects must be by has also were linked directly to the Indian Act, complete lectured in the transfer and taught extensively; this is however more recently courts have been and preservation of March 31, 2004. the third time he has participated in an applying other Canadian Acts to the Nuu -chah -nulth language and Results and/or Impacts: NEDC taxation workshop. Aboriginal taxation and making deci- culture as follows: Projects will result and/or assist in The underlying message from both sions based on these. Objectives: the transfer and preservation of Hugh and Peter is that there is a steady Also the application of Aboriginal To support short-term projects Nuu -chah -nulth language cul- deteriorization of First Nation tax income and transaction tax exemptions and exemptions. aimed at revitalizing and maintain- are subject to constant review by tax ture. Community impacts may Aboriginal tax exemptions arose out of authorities and the narrowing scope ing the Nuu -chah -nulth language include enhanced access to lan- historical factors and the Canadian tax available to Aboriginals is becoming and culture. guage and authority (CCRA) has departed from a culture resources. more evident in light of recent caselaw Participant Eligibility: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS strict application of Section 87 (of the examples and the emerging impact asso- This fund is available to all Nuu - Indian Act) in their interpretations. ciated with modern treaties. To be considered for the first Section 87 of the Indian Act reads: chah -nulth tribes, individuals and Peter emphasized that, 'taxation is not a request for proposals your project 87. (1) Property exempt from taxation companies owned by Nuu -chah- matter of fairness and appetite of the tax must be in the NEDC main office - Notwithstanding any other Act of the authorities for increasing tax revenues nulth tribes and individuals. no later than July 15, 2003 at 4:30 appears insatiable.' Criteria: The projects must demonstrate pm. strategies that promote intergenera- Submit to: Mail: PO Box 1384, tional transmission of language Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2 Fax: n S. z..: t' and/or build upon previous lan- (250) 724-9967 ) guage and culture initiatives. Email: nedc @island.net

b . 111. - Y, 5, Priority will be given to projects Hand deliver: 7563 Pacific Rim timor ' . It - that demonstrate a reasonable Highway, Port Alberni r potential for achieving tangible For further information contact r results or targeted goals. Caledonia Fred at Each project will be required to (250) 724-3131. demonstrate that a minimum of

q, - Nuu -chah -nulth Economic Development Corporation 7563 Pacific Rim Highway, (next door to Tseshaht Market) Office Hours: MON - FRI: 8 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4:30 pm, SAT, SUN, & HOLIDAYS: CLOSED The purpose of NEDC is promote and assist the development, establishment and expansion of the business enterprises of the Tribes and Tribal members of the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council.