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Vol. 30 - No. 4 - February 27, 2003 Canadian Publications Mail Product haasitsa "Interesting News " Sales Agreement No. 467510 Nations reaffirm _ : . . NTC mandate -ILn Q`, By Denise Ambrose Motion #8 dealt with shellfish tenure Central Region Reporter applications for NCN First Nations. The i provincial government requires security Maht Mahs- The 14 member Nations of bonds for shellfish aquaculture tenures the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council they grant. The NTC agreed to make a (NTC) reaffirmed their support for the collective payment of the bond in order organization by endorsing a new funding to reduce financial burden to the indi- a agreement mandate. vidual NCN First Nations. The bond is T The issue was important as the Nations held in trust at a bank and documenta- who are no longer part tion has been submitted to BCAL. of the NTC i ..r It was agreed in a separate motion that Treaty Table showed their support for Hupacasath Chief Councillor Judy Sayers speaks to North Island Col- the NTC through this motion, which the Nuu -chah -nulth Shellfish Develop- lege Students about the problems with the proposed Bill C -7, First was moved by Charlie Cootes Jr. ment Corporation be created. The legal Nations Governance Act. Full story on page 15. (Uchucklesaht) and seconded by Joe documents are being prepared and board Thorne (Ditidaht). member interviews are being held. The meeting began with all 126 NTC Wylie went on to report that the newly NTC speaks against staff members were introduced to the amended NTC Post Secondary Appeal leaders assembled at Maht Mahs. Process is in place and is being imple- mented. "We have a group of staff that are It was confirmed in the Executive Indian Act amendments Director's Report that Hupacasath Chief dedicated and we have a very By David Wiwchar Members of Parliament from the Judith Sayers will serve as the NTC committed, strong management Southern Region Reporter Liberals, Canadian Alliance, Progressive representative on the Alberni -Clayoquot Conservative, Bloc Quebecois, and New team," said NTC Executive Regional District Board for a three -year Nanaimo - The parliamentary committee Democratic parties. They will be Director Florence Wylie. term. Chief Moses Martin on Tla- o -qui- studying responses to the government's traveling over the next month, visiting 19 aht was appointed as alternate. proposed First Nations Governance Act cities from Nanaimo to New Brunswick. Nelson Keitlah, Central Region Co- chair, Haahuupayak School received support rolled into Nanaimo last week with little Among the 35 Native and Non -Native ï led the singing of the Nuu -chah -nulth from the NTC in their quest to see that notice or fanfare. people who made presentations to the song to start two days of meetings on School District #70 set funds aside to The First Nations Governance Act (Bill committee were Hupacasath Chief February 20/21. Tseshaht Elder, Bob reinstate NCN language programs in the C -7) is an attempt by Robert Nault, Councilor Judy Sayers, Central Region Thomas offered the opening prayer and school district. Aboriginal Education Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Co -chair Nelson Keitlah, and NTC Chief Councillor Dave Watts officially Funding has been secured for the 2003/ Development, to revise and update the Treaty Manager CliffAtleo Jr. who made welcomed delegates to Tseshaht tradi- 04 school year for language develop- Indian Act with a focus on First Nations' presentations of behalf of Nuu -chah- tional territory. ment. financial and electoral accountability. nulth. Florence Wylie reviewed the Executive Wylie introduced the NTC staff as "In 1973, when then Prime Minister ` Director's Follow -Up Report, which requested by the Chiefs at the NTC "The Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Pierre Trudeau and Indian Affairs describes progress to date on each of meeting in Campbell River (see story on Council has grave concerns that Minister Jean Chretien withdrew the the motions from the last NTC meeting. page 8). NTC staff attended the meeting 1969 White Paper, they said their in order to be introduced to the Chiefs. the Governance Act is nothing government would never again attempt "We have a group of staff that are more than the federal to impose unwanted change on the dedicated and we have a very commit- government's attempt to absolve Indian people of this country," said ted, strong management team," said itself of legal liabilities and Atleo. "It seems that what Jean Chretien 1 Wylie, adding that NTC staff are not fiduciary obligations under the was unable to achieve then, his new acknowledged often enough. "Often we guise of `doing what's right for the Minister of Indian Affairs, Robert Nault only hear the negative comments. I Indians said CliffAtleo Jr. is attempting to achieve now with the would like to make the staff aware of ', First Nations Governance Act," he said. the purpose for your being here; it is to "The Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal Council has A crowd averaging 30 people attended ;r show our appreciation and to acknowl- grave concerns that the Governance Act the one -and -a -half day session at Beban w edge you," she said. is nothing more than the federal í:S Park Recreation Centre, with most of Archie Little, Northern Region Co- government's attempt to absolve itself of , those people being either speakers or chair, thanked NTC staff for their legal liabilities and fiduciary obligations Executive supporters of a speaker. NTC Director Florence dedication. He noted that there are more under the guise of doing what's right for NTC The committee was made up of 16 Wylie introduces Managers continued on pagepag 2 ' Continued on page 3 Traditional practices settle differences Page 4 If undeliverable, please return to: Ha- Shilth -Sa, Native journalists lash out at Province Page 5 P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 BC gives forest training dollars Page 6 Royal BC Museum cut from government Page 7 wtlS7il. Maa- nulth -aht leaves NTC Treaty Table Page 8 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPER Dentists prevented from fixing FN teeth Page 11 COLLECTION (17) 395 WELLINGTON ST. OTTAWA, N.E.D.C. Business News Page 20 ONTARIO K1A ON4

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newspaper is NTC No- Shilth -Se published LETTERS KLECO'S makes presentations by the Nuu- chah -nuirh Tribal Council and HerShilth -S'a will include letters received from its readers. All letters MUST be for distribution te the members of the to parliamentary committee fourteen Nao- chah -eulth Fist Notion.: signed by the writer and have the writer's name, address & phone number on it. Names not he interested can be withheld by request. Soma moos submissions will accented. page I as well as other groups and continued from }' d individuals. We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity, grammar and the Indians. The (iovernanee Act is not long as two solitudes and Mat where work good taste. We will definitely publish letters dealing with tribal or personal disputes ií ' Information & original contained _ really about governance; at least not as the root of the is," he said. or issues that are crated of Nuu- chah -nulth individuals or groups. problem -*J in this newspaper is copyright and ma the Nuu -chap -nulth Ih'wiih (Hereditary Canadian governments typically operate All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the writer and Ro be reproduced without writteno Chief) see it. If the govemment of within accountability guidelines found in t\ (r will not n eerily coincide with the views or policies of the Noo mirk Tribal permission from Canada was serious about governance it legisla inn, regulation. and policy. Councilor li. member First Nations. Non.eh.h -nosh Tribal Council would meaningfully address the issue of The Indian Act does not provide far our inherent right to self-determination in financial accountability of hand govem- - P.O. Box 1383, `tIfft true, gov ant ms , for which accountability require- rf Port Alberni, B.C. NTC - Meeting negotiationsm that result in a fair. .last rdnts are found either in their own V9Y 7M2. treaty that not the international continued from page 1 sloes- odes, policies or by -laws or in federal Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 duds of such agreements," said Alleo. policy, such as the current intervention Nuu -chah -ninth faces amongst the staff policy authorized ie funding agreements Nor, Fax: (250) 723 -0463 than there were a few years ago. q.A "For 25 years we've kept our between bands and NTC Department Managers were DIAND. books in healthy shape, but we The requirements of other federal -1 r a 2002 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: called forward and introduced. They in departments funding to bands 530.00 per year in Canada & 533.i tom Introduced their respective staff don't gamy recognition for that," providing Central Region (rehab Nelson Kerr and NTC Treaty Manager Cliff are inconsistent. jr. year U.S.A. and sail year foreign embers. The exercise took over an said Central Region Co -chair Allen take NTC's message to the committee on Bill C -7 According to a recent government countries. Payable to the hour and it seedry to put faces to the Nelson Keitlah, "Unfortunately, it Nations communities arising largely report. "the capacities of bands, both C -7 is "badly" flawed, as is the pari.. s 126 in -ochah-nulth Tribal Council. or employees academe doesn't news, a deficient Indian Act regime. Bill make the but it organizational and fins cial,toimple- from maim committee tasked with making that work fm each and every NCN First is Ihua intended to remedy signifi- speaks volumes about the high enhanced accountability measures C-7 recommendations doit Nation. cant gaps in that regime that have Manager / Editor, quality management we have here will need to be assessed and considered, "The consultation, tour, and implemen- NCN delegates expressed their apple. prevented First Nations communities and Southern Region Reporter at NTC," be said. and it seemed reasonable that legislation talon for Bill C-7 will cost taxpayers cation of the NTC staff with a standing governments from managing their own 5130 million, people David Wiwchar NTC Director of Community and Human Services Simon Read intro- Id p 'de the basis for establishing for something ovation. Hesquiaht Abater. Tereda, affairs effectively and responsibly, by consistent and comprehensive band didn't want in the first plate," said (250) 724 -5757 Hupacasath, and Mownhaht /Much aht duced his supervisors and staff with entire NTC staff In background. According to the Federal Government, providing tools that will enable First Martin. "But the Prime Minister and Bill C -7, the First Nations Governance financial m nageme t and accountability Fax: (2.511) 721-1463 Ha'wiih and Chief Councillors stood to and Opportunities in Forestry for NCN Haul issue, similar to what is being Nations communities to develop eco- Minister is regimes". of Indian Affairs are going to express their gratitude to the NTC staff Nations'. There will be guest speakers Act (FNGA) a legislated Act respect- . ,ohar4'blaof art done with fisheries. The motion passed. normally and to exercise autonomous m this bill through parliament, so I'm ing leadership selection, administration The FNGA sets out minimum standards for the work they do. and working group sessions. Copes Simon Read said there are two items in for "financial decision- making power with reduced here to fight for amendments in coop- The Maa- nulth-aht motion workshop and accountability of 'Indian bands. The any management and in regards to says the will provide an the Community & Human Services government involvement with the Assembly of First Administration Assistant FNGA would apply to more than 600 accomability" code adopted by any anion BCTC funding which was tabled at the opportunity to assess each Nation's department that need to be dealt with, For the government, the FNGA is also band They include rules for preparation Nations," he said. Annie Watts last NTC meeting, was reintroduced. capacity a forestry. "We Indian Act First Nations communities or are all opera- one being the takeover of Child and a pivotal component of a broader reform "We're suspicious of many of bands, and sets out and adoption of an annal budget; naturally (250) 724 -5757 The St aa-nulm -aht representing Huu-ay- ing at different levels it Indian requirements of capacity and Family Services (CHS) in the Alberni plan to modern First Nations gown the m shat appear to contribute related to "governance codes in matters ntrolled expenditure of and signing Fax: (250) 723 -0463 aht 1 Muckier.. Hamlet, Umiak and would be nice to see that levelled out," tea. The CHS may lave contract nance systems that includes the 1999 to authority for band forms; internal mic development but at the seek to resume of leadership selection, administration of has hfllhfialand.nrr heard. treaty march. said. with the ministry within a month that First Nations Land Management Act as same time open First Nations up to other government, and financial aoountability. controls for deposits and asset manage- time mailer, separate negotiatingti ing h He invites all NCN interested ie would allow Usma service provision in well as anticipated fiscal legislation. liahilitiaç"said Alloy Corn must either adopt codes ment, various I o- related matters: table. tThey expressed their desire to forestry to attend the workshop. "1 the Alberni area, which covers the west It is not intended to replace the histori- "This the Central Region Reporter salaries council band is first time in 50 years the remain the larger containing rcribed rules n these oleo mas members and pan of Tribal Council would love to see a forestry department coast from Point to Brooks cal treaties, undermine Indian Act has been opened up Denise Ambrose Crier employees: debt and debt management ongoing for table but they wish to resume at me said a. should any of the odes not be stolen NCN level," Comes. Peninsula. The services will be taken and self- govem t processes, or amendments and this is missed Fux: (250) 725 as well as deficit management; and a (250) 725 -2121. -2110 ated AIP tree negotiations the "The NCN Forestry developed, become subject to a default with Council represents ova from the Ministry starting in the affect the government's fiduciary, opportunity to make meaa ningful regulatory regime in relation to that procedures for amending the code. aeasreenCerblead.ner provincial and federal governments. a political lobbying group that would be new fiscal year. Nations For more than century, the responsibilities toward First changes." said Marlin. "I'd love to Speaking on subject matter. 'pacer behalf of Mae nulth -ohms acting on our behalf," observed Robert Dena is prepared to take ova Continu- People support a bill that makes meaningful Bill G7 also defines bends' legal Nuu -chah -ninth Tribal Council has Northern Region Reponer Charlie Contes In explained that their Dennis. Ho-ay -alts. ing Care Cases and Family Support. According Inner Mill. Manin, Bill changes to the Indian Act, but this isn't capacity; redefines their lawmaking received unqualified audits, meaning all Brian Tate group wants to proceed with treaty In his Treaty Report. Cliff MIN Junior, The ministry is willing to provide Llama authority; repeals legislation exempting Moir financial records in perfect order, negotiations unhindered by the progress NTC Treaty Manager, said he has been with 'fair share resources needed to (250) 283-2012 - Fax (2511) 283-7339 Indian Am provisions from the Canadian and funds are managed responsibly, and of the other NCN Nations looking Into the technical and legal issues carry out the work There will be four the purposes they were targeted fo, [email protected] Human Rights Am and makes cope. for _ Judy Sayers, Hupacasath Chief around Mnulthaa- -aht embarking on an saga he hired to dal with an 11.111111111111111rawa amendments to the Indian Act. "For 25 years we've kept our books in Webpage: wwwnuuchahnulth.org Councillor, said she is concerned about accelerated AIP negotiation apart from estimated 45 new eases. modal The of the Committee is to healthy shape, but we don't get any legal liability for BCTC funds and sought the remaining seven NCN Nations. MIN Temporary care and child protection purpose study 'on for that," said Cobol Region DEADLINE assurances Mat if Maa- nulth proposed a undertake broader once bill, given -ahl goes March meeting to forma will hopefully ensue in the followingmg its principle has not yet been Co-chairco Nelson Kedah "Unfortunately, fr" Please note that the deadline for off on their own. the remaining NCN collective approach with enoughNis flexibil- fiscal year. It is estimated that seven the approved, and to entertain a wider range it doesn't make news, but it speaks submissions for our next issue is 4:30 Nations are not held liable fafor the BCTC ity to accommodate all NCN Nations. new workers would need to be hired be of amendments, including proposals to volumes about the high quality mama pm on Friday, March 7, 2003. After funds. The quarterly BCTC funds have been hired to deal with the added caseload. modify the hill's scope. Frxwe have here at NTC," he said. that date, material submitted &judged Huu-ay .aht Chief Councillor Roben aived minus ai NIT w. The account- Additionally, the remaining Family "I know you are doing what you can the viewpoint, he to be appropriate nanas be Dennis, said heal, envision an umbrella ing department at NTC was instructed to Support and Other Contract Services î ir± for people and you are to be legislation reflects commitments tto guaranteed placement e but, If still agreement for all NCN, "that's the way send the monies out to the NationsWtiams u will turned over to Usma in 2005/ you 1:7=p be strengthen First Nations -"` mended;" Nanaimo MP Reed Elley governance relevant, will be included in the we would see it happen and we have no soon as possible. 2006. made in the from /towing issue. legal c aid to Keith. and /oleo (Alley has an January 2001 Speech problem assuming liability for our There had been a delay in Culture and Fisheries Manager Or. Don Hall pro- selection of new and used vehicles available adopted on won is an Ahousaht mem- the Throne, and is essential to address Wohave great In an ideal world, submissions portion of BCTC funds" Heritage Treaty Related Measure (TOM), Idol updates on the Nuu -chah -ninth would ber). "We've lived in this country for too an ana rentable situation affecting First be typed, rather than hand - Maa -ninth -ant's bottom line is they Allan reported. The government of fisheries case andlMuneeoientOf uacul. GENERAL MOTORS - PRODUCTS tides can be sent by e- nee resources 10 rhumeresume their treaty Canada was waiting for a report, which ture initiative. Announcement of the manto basbamaisland.net negotiations. Them ion passed in was sent to them two asks ago, and it Nuuchah- nulth Shellfish Development (Windows PC). vote of cam to far. satisfied bah the federal government Corporation Board of Directors is Upcoming Meetings 0 Honest and Fair Deals Submitted pictures must include A motion to accept the resignation of and BC. Around S12,000 will be expected in late February. The NSDC brief description of abated and Southern Region Co- Chair, Richard forwarded to the Nationsilo.,. for this was created by the First Nations to Customer Satisfaction return address. Pictures with no Watts, which was tabled at the lam purpose when it arrives. further their business interests in Meeting Schedule o' return address will remain on file meeting, was posed at this meeting The forestry TRM that was being shellfish equaculture. Andrew Day Respect Before, During and After Your Purchase Allow 2 - 4 Meeting Date Place weeks for r The table accepts the resignation with an worked on is not forthcoming due to the provided brief update of the VCVI Photocopied or faxed photographs expression of gratitude and appreciation torrent instability at the NTC table, Allen Aquatic Management Board activities. cannot be accepted. for the work carried out by Watts over reported. Ehanesaht and Nuchatlaht Ha'wiih Treaty Planning Meeting Feb 27-28 Saatass Hall. anon Alberni the years on behalf of NCN. Robert Dennis Call suggested that it would sought a motion of support from the NTC Budget Meeting Mar 27.28 Hupacasath Community Ctr. ro COVERAGE: The Southern Region will embark on a be helpful if there were an amendment to NTC Ha'wiih and Chiefs that would process to fill the Co-chair position, the Framework Agreement that would allow the two nations to deal with Edd Samuel Although we would like to be able The NTC executive will be accepting allow NCN to gof and in treaty proposed Ands,. farms in their masc. Fast Rations Sobs and Leadng to cover all stories and events we NUU-CHAH-NULTH TRIBAL COUNCIL nominations from the member Southern negotiations. He said he is open to the tive territories. Toll Free will only do so Io: waked Region First Nations. idea of parallel negotiations that could They are concerned mat the massive Sufficient advance notice Forestry Council Report: recognize our diversity. The nations dump of dead Atomics offshore by the 1- 888- 901 -5263 addressed specifically to TOLL FREE NUMBER Charlie Comes Junior says members of could then meet to work together on industry Iasi year may disrupt wild '- Cellular DBMS 030 Ha- Shilth -Set. the Forestry Council have been meeting issues that mere 1s agreement on. species and other wildlife in the area Email: [email protected] Reporter's availability at the monthly. Their focus has been to The issue will be discussed further at They are seeking to keep their Há holthi 1-877-677-1131 WHEATON BUICK GMC time of the event improve communication and increase the NTC Treaty Planning meeting on free of fish farms but feel they are not PONTIAC Editorial capacity in forestry amongst February (NANAIMO) LTC. space available in NCN First 2728 where all NCN First being taken seriously as a small Nation. Nuu- -nulth Leadership have now chah 2375 Hayes Road. Nanaimo Be the paper Nations. Nations will be invited to participate. Support was .stud by motion. established a toll free number to assist membership with any Phone 250.758 -1514 Editorial deadlines There will be workshop at Somass Charlie Comes Jr. moved that NTC being The next NTC meeting volt be the www nanatmnerhaamnnm torn on March The adhered to by contributors Hall O. topic is 'Issues make forestry a substantive organize- March 27 -28 Budget Mating at the new questions they may have regarding treaty related business. Hupacasath Community Centre. Page 4 - Ha-Shilth-Ss - February 27. 2003 Ha-Sh *h-Sa - February 27. 2003 - Page 5 INI=ICEED Watts explains resignation Native Journalists lash out at The To the Southern Region Nations and Province all By David Wiwahar Asper. Editorialrvls David Frunn other N.-chah-nuire Nations (Notre. olro,al word a one nor would it be Couard, which soya 'Newspapers Traditional Post), Liz Practices Southern Nickerson Region Reporter (National Post), Ric appropriate to =minent should one be should defend their had -won Dolphin right to (Calgary Herald, and Susan forthcoming." exercise First of all 1 taoatIolhOlkyOt for the the widen possible latitude in Vancouver. First Nations Martin. (Vancouver Province) have all honour and opportunity to serve as one Oum.. "Freelance writer Ms. Martinuk's expressing opinions, no mater how across been accused of writing ankles Differences 1989. Canada are livid over a coluren inciting opinions as published in The controversial or unpopular, Settle your co-chairs since Province of and to give hand against because i t nets tense, but 1 am glad that printed in the Vancouver Province by First Nations people over are entirely columnists, By Boon Tate 1 have always made my platform very her own, as are the opinions editorial cartoonists and we are all here and it is refreshing to see. writer Susan the past year Northern Region Reporter clear at election times. That is to arrive Martin. entitled "Notices of the many authors of M'Ors to the ahem the same latitude in expressing "Last summer, I hope we can set soma ilig p for long need freedom from both government we experienced the same editor and persona! for the boat land claims deal 1 could for of guest columnists," said opinions. However, newspapers tttttt Instead up can of and band council ". hate from CanWest Ric Dolphin of the ormjr A,

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BC gives forest training dollars RBCM cut from government ' life," said Minister By David Whether their quality of By David Wehchor will comm... it has il the put taw for Treaty Negotiations Souther, Region Reporter Responsible Southern Region Reporter years," said Sharon Henwood, Corporate measures are Geoff Plante. "Economic *e.. Communications Manager for the part of our New Em commitment to help DUNCAN - The Ditidaht and Pacheedaht VICTORIA -the provincial golem' RBCM. "The museum will continuo to moralize the provincial economy by r First Nations will receive $257,850 over M n * nt has released the Royal British work with the treaty negotiations office, bringing more certainty to the land base three years through the Economic Columbia Museum (RBCM) from First Nations, and other stakeholders as and building between First Measures Fund to establish a forest partnerships ministerial control and has tamed it into it has In the past," she said. B.C. Nations, local businesses and -a2Y a crown corporation. According to Henwood, training program and pursue economic P The BC Liberals there have been opportunities fora timber sale license. hope the museum can cam more money policies in place for many 'sera prevent- min May 2002, introduced The funding will be used lo do. clop a govemment if it is released from direct government ing the museum from selling or divesting roc/ legislation enablingthe Minister of management agreement, produce control as it can pursue private sponsor- itself of any of its First Nations colla. directly invite First Nations to business plans, explore partnerships with Forests to Mips it was unable to attract before. tion unless those pieces are given to the apply for forest tenures without comer - al local forest companies and establish a appropriate Pint Notion.... remain boon to etheir participation in training and mentoring program for band The change has some people a mined to developing and maintaining SY the forest sector On Ian 28, Ditidaht embers. The two First Nations will worried that the museum may put excellent relationships with the First and Pacheedaht were invited to apply for Nations she weak a partnership to share any benefits -Bet- profits before purpose, said. a timber sale license for 300,000 cubic Ka. and could mullinging from their economic ventures The Royal British Columbia Museum Jerry Jack, Sr and Jerry Jack, Jr. recognized the work of Moira Howell, is ; sell off some of its holdings, metres over 10 years. The Inane Ditidaht noel Councilor Jack Thompson and Pacheedaht Chief contains detailed information on the Community Health Nurse lot Mowachaht on February 12, 2003 at non-replaceable and comprises timber including First Nations artifacts. The Ditidaht and Pacheedaht First Councilor leff Jones accept congratulations from Geoff Plante, Attorney province's natural and human history the First Nations to Inuit Health Branch annual from Tree Farm Limns¢ 46 that was not nursing conference. will receive $257,850 over General and Minister Responsible for Seat' Negotiations. and houses a collection of over 10 Moira was recognized especially Nations "Legislation introduced today will enable fora new diabetes prevention and determine whether their ideas and million objects and specimens values at Ihreeyears through the Economic ógga. able," said lack Thompson,Thom Chief education program that she initiated. ferry Jack Jr. This gets us involved in the forestry Me Royal WC. Museum to create a new Shoe million. was especially Councilor for Ditidaht. "The secure projects align with strategic priorities. appreciative Measures Fund to establish a and bill benefit as economically ' d o d t et ha will allow il to for the work about diabetes and spoke of his own per- timber supply will feed our mill, keep The Treaty Negotiations Office admin. forest training program and pursue and socially," said 'trounce. Chief operate more efficiently and improve sonal experience our workers employed, and help our esters the fund. The deputy ministers "We remain committed to economic opportunities fora Councilor for Pacheedaht. "The eco- " said George Abbot, minister people mo., toward financial stability." committee on coral resources and the developing and maintaining nomic our and direct award shows responsible for the museum- "This step timber sale license. `The invitation to the Ditidaht and econemy reviews projects and recom- excellent progress at the Pacheedaht/Diddaht is meshing the museum first requested relationships with the first roc mends those suitable for funding. eery table and for our First Nations Pacheedaht is one of the 10 years ago, and this legislation First Nations," said spokesperson -Over the next three years the Ditidaht will tender under the direct award Zees . Types of projects eligible for economic membership." ensure the long-ass viability of the 511:.ron Hennaed, and Pacheedaht will participate more measures funding: long.' Forests Minister Michael de The government has given as a great saki museum and will guarantee that British fully in B C.'s economy and build "The limos¢ will allow First Partnerships between aboriginal opportunity by making the fund avail- Colombians remain invested in the The archival holdings, valued at $100 capacity mat will materially improve Nations to more expertise and communities and industry. gain safekeeping of the museum's 10 million million, include government documents capacity in the forest industry, benefiting Partnerships between aboriginal v. specimens and historical Measures," he and records; private historical manu- teem and the region through increased communities and local government. said. scripts and papers; maps, charts and economic opportunities and stability." First Nation access to -, WANTS YOUR But the change has some people architectural plans; photographs; (WTERFOR) The Economic Measures Fond,. resource Mary McKeogh was recognized for her work as a Community worried the museum may put profits paintings, drawings and prints; audio and Health need in Aped 2002, provides $m Measures that address specific land Nurse on the West Coast by Ruth Charleson during the annual nurs- INPUT before purpose, and could sell off some vida tapes; film; newspapers; and an million per year for three years in hopes and resource issues, including First ing conference of its holdings, including First Nations extensive library of publications with a put on by First Nations A Inuit Health Branch. Ruth of creating new Opportunities for First Nations' involvement in strategic land - This is your chance to be heard. artifacts. rang emphasis on the social and had heard from several community members that spoke of Marys Nations participation in the economy, use planning. "The repatriation of cultural material political history of British Columbia and helpfulness, commitment Measures that increase First Nation and dedication in her role as a nurse. What are your visions for including activities related moil and gas, the Pacific Northwest. forestry, aquaculture and the capacity to engage in the economy Clayoquot Sound and 201r0Olympiemm, bid. The fund is managed Modena are assessed according to by the govemment's Treaty Negotiations specific criteria to determine whether Barkley Sound? Office, and projects may include federal they; - Promote economic growth and further i and local govemment and private Please S'il vous plait. sector partners as participants. To date, provincial economic where do you camp; where do you fish; what areas are 812.8 million has been awarder to First Provide strong business l.case relative Don't Smoke ne fumez pas en important for mushroom and salai harvesting? Nations in 48 projects throughout B.C. to the goals of the Economic Measures ECONOMIC MEASURES FUND Pond. Around Those présence de ceux should there be more boat launches, campgrounds, and/ In April 2002, the British Columbia Facilitate First Nation participation In or hiking trails; what level of research is needed? government approved an Economic the economy. You Love. que vous aimez. Measures Fund that will provide $10 Secure federal participation and If the warning labels that you which roads should be maintained; do specific areas hold milli. per year for three years to funding. Si las avertissements que vous Secure industry support and contribu- support economic development projects find on cigarette packs suddenly voyez sur les paquets de cigarettes involving First Nations. tions. The Central Westcoast Forest appeared in places you never RORI Inerude sortable certainty and. or BABIE'mS epparaheaient wunl vernal dans ¡ The Economic Measures Fund re- BABIES Society is gathering information for mutually beneficial provisions to meet expected, would you stop and \l \ sponds to the govemment's New Em des endroits inattendus, penseriez - International Products Ltd. commitments to: halite the economy, project- specific gods. think twice belon lighting up Forest 11031 vous deux kilt avant d'allumer awe access to lands and Include accountability measures. NOT AU ineresse Crown around Avoid overlap issues that might impede others, You should, cigarette roc présence des amen resources, and expedite interim- mea- with First Nations. implementation of the Economic Mea- because second -hand smoke Vous trauma puce que la fumée s The funds are for projects with indi- sures Fund agreement. is harmful to all who come in .ware est tés rams quiconque vidual and groups of First Nations, in Respond to economic development i archaeological, historic, cultural, or scenic importance? contact with it even an and out of the British Columbia Treaty and land -use Issues and opportunities. - entre en contact awe cita - mémo a process, to meet the strategic priorities Avoid transferring a treaty benefit or unborn child. un enfant qui n'est pas encore fié. of the province and individual ministries. uplicating a program already used by First Nations, industry and other non - Nations. With public opinions on past, current, and potential future Please think Mies before you S'il vous plan, pensez -y deux Ion govemment group will work directly iratAvoid overlap with ministry base smoke with provincial government staff to budget funding for existing programs. around others. a. avant de hmor en présence des ones Public input is crucial. Everyone welcome. Thais the goad that you can do. Cost ce que vous pouvez take de mieux. Drop by the CWFS office at the Davison Plaza in LUNCH SPECIALS Ucluelet during regular business hours call to set /f, COLLAR HOUSE .,)\ or Served from I I :30am - 2:30pm up an after -hours appointment. Canadian Style $3.99 A second-hand060 smala diseases 000 Businesses and organizations may also schedule a rNerine Hong Kong Style s4.99 presentation for their group. lit ours.CUISINE ft Dairy Speclals $5.25 CWFS Galle lads. taunt lad smoke. Call'. 1800 0 -Canada ll 800655 -6292) TO O00. 1500 165 -7T95 Viol cot maw GWnakehm co 250- 726 -2424 or trim clayoquot. org PILA up sash off -ALL naivete CHINESE Scheduled Open House Session in Port Alberni: (City LImlts) Rensednez -vous sur la fumée secondaire de cigaratra Appelez MIND 0 -Canada ll 800so -mas) iéléscripleur /ATME.1800 lati -PE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEER SMORGASBORD Echo Community Centre Denti notre aile Web ennEgveNensFurnee.cs Tues -Sat: I Ian - 10 pm Served from 4:30 - 8:00 pen Dogwood Room Sun, Monk Holidays: Open- loom 4255 Wallace, Port Alberni 3981 - 10. Avenue, Port Alberni $8.88 14,1 Heahb rasos 724-1124 or 724 -3898 CeneM Cenatle Saturday, March 8 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Canada CHIMIE A CANADIAN eU /f /NF FirserVsaO n b owned and Operated t nRIIII Page 8 - Ha-S /r!/thSB - February 27. 2003 After the question of Ha- Shi/th -5a - February 27, 2003 - Page 9 Maa -nulth -aht leaves NTC Treaty table "Who stands with the First Nations spoke and said they are in accept the fact that a group called Ma- First Nations benefit from By Brian Tate Education - ha-ho-pa Budget favour of Maa-nulth -aht going ahead nulth-aht has left the treaty table. The Nuu- chah -nulth i By David Watcher Northern Region Reporter and employment opportunities on major with their own treaty but asked that they remaining tribes need to decide if they Southern Region Reporter ?" projects across Canada. follow due process in doing so. do or do not support the collective Nuu - Treaty Process Campbell River - Five Nuu- cheh -nulth $600 million over five leas to upgrade, hale Ilh treaty process. We do not Ottawa- Finance Minister John First Nations ceiling themselves the This list shows where maintain and monitor weer and waste Five Nao- chah -nulth First Nations need to debate any longer," Simon said. Manley celebrated the savings made Mae -north -ant Group pulled away from by water systems on reserves; calling themselves the Mae- nulth- Wickeninnish (Cliff Ada Sr.) of each NCN tribe stands former Finance Minister Paul Martin the NTC Treaty Table in order to speed $12- million endowment for the National Ahousaht spoke on the Maa- nulth -aht by breaking out the cheque up their own treaty negotiations. aht Group pulled away from the in treaty: -book and Aboriginal Achievement "Our Oro with encouraged us to Foundation to nutter, announcing a spending The Maa -ninth -aht group consists of NTC Treaty Table in order to spree. The expand its scholarships for Aboriginal stay tr:as one and 1 ant disappointed in the 20032004 federal budget will see the Hull- ..ant. Uchucklesaht, Deluelet, up their own treats students, and a speed decision Maa -ninth -aht has made, Nuu -chah -nulth Tribal public commendation Toquaht, and Kyuquo lesaht, and creation of a number of new initiatives forts President, negotiations. although I respect and appreciate the John Kim Bell, for his the name means 'people along the Council Treaty Table: for First Nations, and an increase to The Maa- nulth -aht group Consists rationale," he said. "Like Hesquiaht we markable work. Hesquiaht if some existing programs. of lino -ay -e ht, Uchucklesaht, would like to know which remaining 25- per -cent increase to the highly At the February 10th NTC Meeting at Ahousaht Here are the highlights. Ueluelet,Toquaht, and Kyuquoti First Nations are committed to re- successful Aboriginal Business Canada the Thunderbird Hall in Campbell River 000 a l 51.3 billion over five years to support program engaging in negotiations We also Tla -o- qui -aht 1 means Maa- nulth -aht announced their intention Checkleseht, and the name health programs for First Nations and acknowledge the concerns raised by Mowachaht /Muchahlaht -"en, , - raj But many remain critical of the budget, move forward towards a Final `people along the coast'. Inuit Robert Dennis of the nature of 1 -way or Tseshaht teacher Dennis Bill serves as Master of Ceremonies at the vying the Liberals didn't go far enough Agreement with BC and Canada. $935 million over the next five years 2 -way communications between the Professional Development Day opening ceremonies. y a to to help Canadian First Nations. Iluu- ay.aht Chief Negotiator Robert Hesquiaht's Simon Lucas asked when Maa-nuhh-aht Treaty assist provinces )uuw'hal -with Tribal Council and Maa - and territories and First "The military gets speaking for Klishin said they $14.5 Billion over Dennis St the rest of the Nuu -chah -ninth Nations in increasing access to quality ,' he said. Group Nations t the next 3 years which affects feel Is a strong resistance against 50,000 "there rand and could they please let the table 7iisaaKst`at 7ah ?aa7ak child care and early laming 1la said they are at the NTC Huu-ay-aht hupiictat opponuni- people," said NDP MP Pat Manin Maa -ninth -aht and therefore we will know, "so we have an understanding of Treaty table, and Elmer Frank supported ties. especially for low -income and (Winnipeg reeve to Final Agreement negotiations on where everyone is in regards to treaty. Uduelet Centre). "Bra only $5 Billion Hesquiahes suggestion, adding he would single -parent families aver their own ". Our chief Mulattos (Dominic Andrews) UchucMesaht Respect and help 5 years for the Department of like to move forward. "The treaty each other $172.5 million over eleven years to In response to this statement several still supports this process. We should Togoaht Indian Affairs and Northern Develop - process Framework Agreement) and By David !Devi , supmrt Aboriginal languages and Kyugout/Checklesaht before Ed 'Tat' Tatoosh offered the ment to assist more than million matters such as the IMP.A need to Southern Region other Reponer opening prayer, and students Rebecca cul.4°,14'ARh$IS million will be people in 630Aboriginal communities," be dealt with. said Elmer, expressing invested - 71411-cap Williams Nohucklesaht), Julianne in the next two years; he said. Sports -mis concern overr the fact that the Treaties Pon Alberni - High School teachers million Individual Hamilton (Hupacasath) and Melissa Ross $42 over the nest two years to And despite the federal government's government's cote that they are negoti- from around the province and through- renew and Ditidaht /Pacheedaht (Tseshaht) along with their parents expand the First Nations statements on improving First Nations ating with Nuu- cheh-nulth when they out School District 070 gathered at A.W. welcomed the Policing Program: Co Ed Basketball Tournament Hupacasaht teachers into their and Health Programs, the valuable First are negotiating with Mae- ninth -aht. "We Neill fora professional development day Nation tories. $17 million over the next two years Place: Tsaxana Gym, Gold River Tseshaht to Nations Chiefs Health Committee has have fought with each other too much that focussed on First Nations cultures. Lan Williams, the Director work with partners of 0bongi. to explore new been completely closed because of Date: March in 2"a, 2003 and need to focus our attentions on the Close to 400 teachers spent St. nal Education for the BC Ministry 8 of ways to better meet the needs of federal cuts. govemmenta. TFN is anxious to move Other Valentine's Day studying First Nations Education was the keynote speaker, Cost: $10.00 per player, Maximum 7 players per team and Aboriginal people living in urban The British Columbia Government ahead and explore all options," he said. Ehattesaht -are generally issues, attending seminars on: FN she said she was encouraged by the I girl on floor at all times. centres. announced the The Nuu -char -ninth Treaty table History and Culture, FN Technology, Art provincial budget on the in favour of the collective NCN umber of teachers in attendance at the $72 million to improve educational Concession available. the forming of and Design, Aboriginal same day, with First Nations programs m debate over treaty but they needed to consult Education professional development day event. All proceeds will go towards Park for our children at Mown-'hahtMuchalaht outcomes for Aboriginal people and suffering decreased funding. Maa,nulth -aht, asking if they speak for Enhancement, Legends /Storytelling, "it's great to see so many with their membership in re- people ensure they are provided with training Contact Tracy Amos @ 1 -250- 283 -2668 all Nuu- chah -nulth, and vying that if Learning styles of FN students, drum interested in Aboriginal Education, said gards to their Involvement In Adrienne Amos@ 1- 250- 283 -2067 they are on their own they need to making, cedar, and Poverty as a Class- Williams, who is from the Mt Currie follow d process fkI OCdaht d treaty negotiations. room Issue. First Nations. "Learning is a journey that Hupacasath has done, and they need to Nuchatlaht - would like to Tseshaht's Dennis Bill, who is a leacher Lady Aces 3RD Annual Women /Men's can take many forms and many paths. Youth Employment Strategy provide a framework to the Nuu -chah- think the matter over in greater at A.W. Neill served as MC for the Me conference themes of 'Respect' and Ball hockey Tournament opening addresses and keynote nuhh table. detail. 'Helping Each Other' is so very appro- Summer Jobs Date: March 21st -23rd 2003 Robert Dennis said a parallel treaty speeches. Angie Miller gave gifts to priate because learning takes place by Joe Thane clarifies that Ditidaht have those who have lost loved ones recently, Place: Glenwood centre Port Alberni process would not hinder or interfere helping one another," she said. with Ditidaht Hupacasath, Tseshaht, or been negotiating on their own but still - $250.00 Nuu- cheh -nulth Entry Fee; Men's $300.00 Ladies the Nuu -chap -ninth treaty process. support the overall IMPORTANT NOTICE NTC Fisheries Olga. If you would like any more information you can contact "The door is open for any Nation to join and the Blueprint for the future spoke up and said "even Thomas George - 250- 725 -4435 our process. The Nuu -chat -ninth have et Ehanesaht To Employers though we have hen gone from the Aboriginal Youth Career Fair - Feb. 3, 4, 5, 2003 Patti Jones- 250- 724 -4506 setup many barriers for the Slv -nuhh- table for four years we still support the - aht that was never there for Hupacasath Just to Ann Barker 250- 724 -5133 we By M. Amos give you an outline, 1800 or Tseshaht. No one has said that we are NTC treaty process, and are dealing students participated from as far Summer Career Placements is a wage to patiay.iones(dshaw.ca (no bugs please) at our level for Ha- Shilth-Se as email leaving the Nuo -chah -myth Tribal with the issues community the Treaty issue Nisga'a to schools on Vancouver Island. subsidy program that enables employers Council; we only want to get to Final first. We have to bring It was so back to our people to find whether or Every two years, I apply to the National exciting just to see so many to hire students during the summer for Agreement as soon as possible. The 1 it or against so Achievement Foundation to participate in youth together, and to feel the excite- 6 16 weeks. Private, e INVITATIONAL ALL NATIVE Nuu -chat- nulthpolitirol organization non they will be for it a period of to public ment. j until then we cannot make a full cons this career fair. The registration is in and not -for -profit employers are invited to n BALL HOCKEY TOURNAMENT should not have the power to stop Ma- I The students were very respectful and mitment but we still support the NTC" September and it comes on first-come- nary h.ahi he said. submit their application by: ' March 28 ", 29', Si 300, 2003 first-served basis for theregistration. obeyed the behaviour contract that they Mehl Moths Gym, Port Alberni As we are a remote school, we fit in the had to all sign and we had no problems. March 28. 2003 We had minor conflicts but the students B Meal Teams - 6 Women's Teams HELP! criteria of extra privileges and a compli- Men's Entry Fee: $300.00 - Women's entry Fee: $250.00 mentary Hotel room for two nights at worked it out and this is a teaching tool The objective of the program is to provide have into for them to learn so that they can work Deposit required to secure place in draw: Men must a $150.00 deposit My Granddaughter, Lisa Young Crown° Plaza Hotel Georgia Vancouver, students with work experience related Thunder by Mar 21st. Women must have a $100.00 deposit in to Thunder by Mar on conflicts before it becomes too big. has been missing from as well as breakfast and lunch provided. to their field of study. Applications will be 21st. Nanaimo since June 29th, 2002. r This year we took 20 students to We were assigned to certain seminars Prize Money as follows: throughout the day and we were able to evaluated based on the quality of the We are extremely worded! participate and Bruce Mark was invited Men's: Women's Division: to chaperone the young men. go to a trade booth area experience offered, local and regional M1 o ,¡ 1° Place: $1000.00 1° Place: $600.00 At first we were having a difficult time There was so much information! priorities as well as available budgets. 29 Place: $500.00 If you have any Information Ì 29 Place: $300.00 trying to get a driver and a relief There were delegates such as elders 3" Place: $25000 please call me (250) 725 -2765 or 3°' Place: $150.00 thanks" to Craig Anderson he was our from the area, CIBC, RBC Financial Employers are eligible to receive up to her parents Don & Joanne Young Group, Mayor of Vancouver, Province based on eight team draw. based on 6 team draw. driver and this was his first trip. Well 100% of the provincial /territorial minimum at (250) 758 -2037 or her Uncle done tool of BC, Evan Adams, Le-La -La Dancers Contacts: Phone: Les Sam at 250 -723 -8950 - Phone: Richard Sun at 250 -723- wage if they hire a student with a disability RCMP Constable Alike Martin We also had to have a teacher in charge from the island and the founder of the 8503 (home), 250 -724 -5757 (work), E -mail Richard Sam Sr. at mamma shave ca through the Summer Career Placements at (250) 838-0703 or the Nanaimo and "thanks" to Diane Sibley we were organization John Kim Bell. They gave program. out prizes at the end of the day. But we RCMP at (250) 7M -2345. able to go. We would like to introduce the Hhansoo Sa -don. When applying fora field didn't w Thank You, Chief Councillor trip there are To apply or to find out more about this We area 14 & under girls basketball team (the majority 10 -12 yrs just so many things that need to be done and So for the parents, students, chaper- Moses Martin, Tla -o- qui -aht program, please contact your nearest beginning) interested in playing other 14 & under girls teams. I just making sure that all the paper work ones, financial supporter, teachers this First Nations. u a good trip. Human Resources Development Canada If your team Is willing to travel to our area, we will be more than is in place BACKGROUND INFORMATION Now it's time to catch up to work you office or call 1 800 935 -5555. willing to travel to your area. We would like to acknowledge the Lisa is 21 years old and was last seen in Nanaimo June 29th about 2:00m Mowachahn'Molhalaht Band, School song daughter missed while Mey were As coaches, we are dedicated to making a difference for our children, leaving the Jungle Cabaret. Board and Mr. Prong for all your away. They will need to see their Internet: www.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca youth, families. and our communities. She is a member of Tla- o- quiaht First Nations and dearly missed by her support. teachers and make time at lunch or after If are the and a fun you open to challenge game please contact Anita family! We are afraid someone has taken her with dangerous intentions. Without everyone's support this school. Charleson or Tyson Touchie O 250 726-2409. Choo! PLEASE HELP! wouldn't have been possible. I,. a Cana. =70 Canada' Thank you! (Iron,

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Ha- Sh//th -Sa - February 27, 2003 - Page I I Public Forum & Open House Dentists prevented from fixing teeth - -.._._ . . a . in First Nations patients occlusion By David Wiuchoe include the first molars." and look into records 1 What this manses that if you need a Southern Region Reporter that are supposed to he and your demist doesn't protected. Only the think you bash and Ross teeth Port Alberni - Dentists have been your College of Dental enough, your $1000 root canal advised by Health Canada that the Non- operation Surgeons is mandated will not be covered by insured Health Benefits (NIHH) Program the NUB Pro- to perform indepth gram for First Nations people will no longer evaluations of patient "HI, its a dentist, decided on such a cover root nett or wisdom teeth cords, and any concerns, objections, program independently, I'd be sued for provided that don't really lake into operations or any dental treatment on the or audit requests go through shat malpractice," said Pon Alberni consideration whether the client is able pond or third molars. dentist professional organization. to care and maintain the work that is Aeording Dr. H. Sperber. tote NIIIB Dental Bulletin be' g "HI announced to my licensing body pro fee by the dentist," he said. from December 2002, Health Canada is "If I, as a that I was adopting a shortened arch dentist, decided on such According to the Indian Health Policy adopting 'Mourne dental arch' philosophy, I'd be up in from of a program independently, I'd he (19,9) that created NIHB: "The Federal program where they will only cover the hearing." he said. "It's philosophy sued for malpractice," Indian Health policy is based on the frontal teeth, and ...lino longer cover that said Part is very difficult for me to adhere special relationship tithe Indian people the Mien problematic back teeth. 10 Alberni dentist Dr. H. Sperber. o the Federal Government. It r cognizes because Mucking under that philosophy 'If I announced to my licensing really goes against our principles." the circumstances under which emmany According to the NIHB Dental body that I was adopting a Indian "It's a principle that's been around for a communities exist, which have Bulletin from December 2002, shortened arch philosophy, I'd be placed Indian while," said Mary Knowles, head of the people etagere disadvan- up in front ofa Cage compared Health Canada is adopting a NIBS', Pacific Region Benefit Program hearing," he said. to most other Canadians 'shortened dental arch' program 'Meanly have limed funds available, an fhe Ith as' whet y In most third -party Policy federal w hen they will only cover the and in a mouth where a tooth is broken dental insurance for programs for Indian programs, you are entitled to a tooth people, (of which the health policy is an frontal teeth, and w ill no longer down, how far do you go in putting 4TH saving root canal procedure whether you aspect), Bows from constitutional and TUESDAY, MARCH money towards it ?" she said. `Before I cover the often problematic back take great care of your teeth or not. For statutory provisions, treaties and teeth, first started here I didn't think it was that great ofa plan, but its terrific to be denied because a person customary practice- The Federal ` doesn't Floss as much Government its program that looks at each individual and as they should is recognize legal and Italian Canadian Centre "£ndodontic will treatment be consid- too subjective, many traditional responsibilities where they are in terms of taking parents argue. to Indians, and erd only for patients that display a You can function with lees than 32 seeks to promote Ne ability of Indian 4065 -6th Avenue, Port Alberni e responsibility for their own dental , commitment improving their oral health" Beth in your mouth and maintain form communities m pursue their aspirations health as evidenced by.., a pat history and said Dental within framework Canadian "It's an extremely frustrating plan to runt Regional the of of regular dental care and commitment Officer lira Rogers. "Most people with Open House Public Forum deal with. From an administrative point to ongoing care," the bulletin states insurance plans have certain mThe NIHB Information Booklet says of view we have more problems with a commit- 'NIHB supports the concept of ment to the eare that is being given by 'the NIHB Program is a national health - 7:00 that plan (NII I0) than with all other 1:30 PM 5:30 PM Starting PM 'shortened dental arch'. For the purpose virtue of having to benefit program. plans combined," said Sperber. "As of tribute a certain The program provides of the NIHB dental program, the short- mount (of money] to the care that range of health benefits to meet Eagle Rock Materials Ltd. has applied for an The Emir mental Assessment Office invites September of this year, no patient will be anal dental arch is defined as being teeth they're getting First medial or dental needs not covered unless they sign a waiver Nations people covered by Environmental Assessment Certificate under the comments n the applications ensure that public umbers 16 to 26 and 36 m 46, inclu- lallowineNlHB to examine personal don't do than. Because finances sent provincial, Manorial. or other third party are e. To that end, second and third health Environmental Assessment Act SBC 2002, c.43, to issues identified and addressed as part of the dental information previously protected discussed with the patients in the chair, plans'. molars may lot be considered essential Mere are a lot of treatment plans construct and operate its Eagle Rock Quarry located review All comments must be received by the EAO under patient privacy rights]," he said. drat are compentson of the arch, where the t Sperber objects to how NINES Amin, on the west side of Alberni Inlet in the Alberni - by March 25, 2003. These should be addressed its: remaining teeth which comprise stable tenon can come into any dentist office Clayoquot Regional District approximately 15km truth of Port Alberni, British Columbia. Environmental Assessment Office Career Opportunities - Application has also been made for a Mine Permit PO Box 9425 Station Provincial Government Central Region Chiefs under the Mines Act, and for tenures under the Land Victoria BC V8W 9V1 q i- cah- to -mis Act and the Water Act that will allow the or Email Bob.' tart @gems4.gov.bc.ca of the approve New Building development proposed Eagle Rock Quarry. or eaoinfo @gems5.goebc.ca. Make Project applications and reports are available online By Denise Ambrose, delays the building could be completed Children First Aboriginal by the end off August, 2004 at an at the following web address: Central Region Reporter Join at the Open House to learn how this project elf t d S5 ills ;said Spearing. Community Facilitator The Chiefs approved the ands s to become a significant, long term Wino- The Central Region Chiefs met conceptual drawings opening for the The Make Children First Initiative is looking fora positive, community minded http://srmapps.govbc.ca/epic/output/hood/deploy at Tin Wis on Friday February 14° to d0a contributor to you region economy. Get the latest individual to implement and enhance the First Nations Strategy for communities discuss many issues, amongst them, the architectsM1 ts to go the nnext step, the design /epic_project_homc_185.html including and surrounding Port Alberni. The successful applicant will be in news on the Eagle r Rock Quarry status and timelines. new Central Region Administrative stage. involved representing and promoting the Make Children First Initiative and its goals and Find out hbout the benefits that this project offers to Building In other business, the Chiefs appointed their NCN members to the Central philosophies. This person will be working with First Nations community members For the purpose of this environmental assessment your community. Ask questions and share your Architect David spearing was on hand Region Board. The terms of the and organizations within the areas of our region. too present his tri n teal drawing past review, the Eagle Rock Quarry can Inc summarized as thoughts on the proposed Eagle Rock Quarry at the board Position Summary: Tithe building the will he located near members expired December 2002. follows: The To provide support, information, and assistance to the Make Children First Network Public Forum with the Eagle Rock Materials ream f Tin Wis resort on nia- mgci-aht tradi- board members are: Guy Louie, as a First Nations Community Consultant. The position is one year contract with A 3 -6 million tonne per annum rock quarry and representatives of the various regulatory Ilona' territory. Ahousaht; Richard Lucas, Hesquiaht Simon Tom, Tla -o- qui -aht: Bert Mack. the Port Alberni Friendship Centre, under the direction of the Make Children First An aggregate crushing and processing plant agencies involved in the review and permitting of .Aboriginal Committee, The Chiefs approved the Toquaht; Bob Mundy, Ucluelet and Anne Minn ofAhousaht will serve as CRB The successful candidate will be contracted to work up to thirty hours per week Aggregate storage and loading facilities this project. conceptual Co- drawings opening the chair. (0.8 FIE). There will be a budget for pre- approved travel and expenses. docking facility for 'noon,, class vessels A door for the architects to go the The chiefs are gearing up for the next Qualifications: Education and Experience: next step, the design stage. round of Interim Measures Extension The successful contractor will have: Agreement, a Bridge to Treaty to begin - Experience and knowledge in the fields of Early Childhood, Social Services, l The proposed building would house the next year. Central Region Cache. Community Development, or Health Promotion. Central Region administration, Ma Mork Nelson Kedah says the province has yet - Demonstrated ability to work with community agencies and service providers Development Corporation and its many to appoint their members to the CRB. - Demonstrated knowledge and cape ence in working with First Nations children, families, and service providers. For further information please contact Judith Sayers, Mike Beley, Elvema Edwards- Mailloux or Tyson Touchie at the asa;"a ubsidiaries, lisaak Forest Resources This round of negotiations will be the communities, td, and lia-o- qui -aht First Nations fourth between the Chiefs and BC and it - Familiarity with community Health, Family and Child Services. Eagle Rock Materials Led. Port Alberni office: (250) 723 -5000 or Email info @eagleaggregates.ca - Now Administration. "Provided there are no represents the first time the BC Liberals Knowledge of First Nations Governmental organizations will negnsiare the MIRA. - Demonstrated awareness of First Nations teachings. Demonstrated abl'en f tat gro p North Island Family Ties If you are pregnant or have a young College, Port Alberni, SERVICES FOR ABORIGINAL STUDENTS - Ucluelet navy. - Demonstrated ability to work within a budget. The following 1- IM of es that can be provided ...dents Liaison with aboriginal organizations and communities on Contact Madre Marc coordinator, Aboriginal education, West come visit our ring program! We offer weekly drop-ins with topics and gnat Hold current drive and have accts to liable vehicle to use for work. of aerate ancestry mint nOr a behalf of student Gust Region speakers of interest to new parents. As an expectant mom, you can receive Please submit covering letter, resume, and the names of three references by 4:00 Having mgbten tchltu- teauiremenl for eligibility Campus inela of orientation louts Rahn: CIIo, Telephone Lenora, EH aB: Madrne.Atleo55nic be.oa individual counseling and free nutritional supplements. Where? Family Ties, p.m., Friday March 14, 2003 to: Cyndi Stevens, Port Alberni Friendship Centre, seniors. Assistance in obtaining academic assessments January. Mar 12.03 Davison's Plaza, Ucluelet When? Every Tuesday from 10:30 am to 12:00 lata. 35554° Avenue, Port Alberni. BC BAY 4113 information Assistance In applications for funding from First Nations )bean 1005;40.6:00Ra1 pm faunae abuse college admission and How? Drop in or cell: Sarah Hogan (Outreach Counselor) 7262224 or Kelly For more Information please contact Cyndi Stevens at 723- 8281or Tracy Smyth at registration processes Organelles Tuesdays sa04In Drabit (Public Health) 726 -4242. 724-1281 IOC 6570, Email stevensrl albcmimet or Assistance to developing Mutational plans angor referrals Open-door policy -draw lam phone for an appointment Wednesdays 8.80420 nut tracv.smnhfkvihrheca other Fridays varies please all ahead deli Services are not limited to the above, and I welcome general ÌSLHÑÚ toarson withh instructors intvinrs CnuEGE i Ha- Shi/th -Sa - February 27, 2003 - Page 13 Page 12 - Ha- Shi/fit -5a - February 27, 2003 Healing Project hosts conference Congratulations to Kathy Edgar Nuu- chah -nulth m order o gl o with my of the Ditidaht First Nations! in Central Region Iikl sod a,.

I to make a better life for myself and Submitted by Liz Thomsen, R.N., BSN. ) I T SW Healing Project b-- -re rr`I : r. By Denise Ambrose, my family:' said mother. a Central Region Reporter m learn to trust" Kathy Edgar has won the 2002 weavers w learn to deal with my anger." ward at the Cowichan Weavers and Nuu -chah -nulth Healing Project Tofiao -The Nuu -chah -ninth Residential is O to team the proper may to love" Spinner's Challenge. This award School Healing Project hosted a two-day .to not feel alone anymore highly acclaimed in the spinners and conference on February 13 and 14. The confounds are held annually in weavers circle. With more than 50 people in attendance each region but support workers are tAttil Kathy has been weaving with her Contact List facilitators led the conference under the available year round to both residential mother, Francis Edgar, since she was a theme, 'Has ? Asap I im'aq stï or Nto, little girl. Francis too was taught how to school survivors and their families. One Maio Office (Southern Region) Nanaimo Urban Ounce: 'Finding our inner strength'. participant pointed out that she never weave from her mother. Kathy gives 5120 Argyle Street, PO Box 1383 204 -96 Cavan St. Welcomes and opening prayer were attended residential school but the rest of her mother credit and thanks her for all Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y7M2 Nanaimo, B.C. role 2VI Nowt hah-nuith Nursing Program offered by Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations, her family did and it impacted her life. the help and guidance she has received Ph: (250) 724 -3233 PC (250) 753 -8567 whose traditional territory the confer- How can you be pan of the SOLU- from her mother with her career of Fax: (250) 723 -6010 Fax: (250) 753 -8933 ence was held on. The several faro.. TION to stop lateral violence? (Mali- basket weaving over the years. These tors and support people were introduced cious gossip, put -downs) ladies baskets are absolutely beautiful. Tofana Office (Central Region) Victoria Urban Office: Maama/Amash' followed by introduction of the ...Sick by not participating when people Francis started weaving at the age of six 151 First Street, PO Box 279 853 Fisgard St. pants. are talking inappropriately and continues almost daily. She still Tofiao B.C. VOR 2Z0 Victoria, B.C. VBW ISII Mastitis Ducts and Breast Infections Workshops were offered geared to the -Plugged goes out and gets her own grass and must enjoy and make the best of each -3367 by not laughing when someone Ph:(200)725 Ph (250)413 -7303 CAUSESOF MASTITIS also wishes exploration of cultural values and is laughing about someone Submined by Liz Thomsen, R.N. BSN cedar bark to make her baskets She moment we have". Francis Toll -five: 1 -866- 901 -3367 Fax: (250)388 -5120 feedings- can teachings of the participants. Intended etch my negative Missed or shortened roily is an inspiration to us all. that there were more young people who Fax: (250) 725 -2158 thinking to provide the leave mothers breasts too full. would basket weave and carry on this participant with additional before I It is a joy to visit this mother and Vancouver talk Maamas/Amash' is a beautiful gift a Urban Office: tools to aid in recovery tradition but she acknowledges that, from the trauma when gossip comes your way mother can give her baby. The support a Sleepy baby may not effectively daughter pair on my community nursing Gold River Ounce (Northern Region) 455 East Hastings Street many suffered at residential schools the the buck stops with you. mother to drain all milk from mother. visits. Francis is now 76 and Kathy is "Our lives have changed and of 100 Oman, Road, PO Box 428 Vancouver, B.C. father and family give the V6A 1P5 workshops included Native the young women must now work to art therapy, let a person know that there is a is a treasure for a Baby beginning to sleep than the 42 years. Kathy started to weave at the Gold River, B.C. VOP IGO Ph: (6004)254-9972 Mammy Amu, evaluation and self-care planning and lot good lots during the day age of 12 and today considers weaving help support their families. lam proud Ph: 283 of in everyone and no to form lifetime. Maamas /Amash' is a motherly night. May feed (250) -2012 Fax (604) 254-7919 on basket sharing circles. Additionally, Kristie on to none at night her profession, which she passionately of Kathy for carrying with Fm: (250) 283 -2122 little moans.its art passed down from our grandmoth- and then next Moore invited participants to weaving. She knows how to get the massages teach yourself to breathe, inhale, ers. It is very natural, emotionally causing overfilling of breasts at loves. Francis now tells her daughter and reflexology. materials for weaving, just have to get exhale and never hold anything inside of peaceful and is a powerful bond between night. that she "must learn to finish the edges "Our focus is on the Elders:" said that "one day her to finish her edges. I enjoy teasing you because it hurts you in the long run a mother and her babe. However, there Supplementing baby with bottles now-, telling her daughter Mary Martin, "Because they are our this for you her about this and tell her, come on you clear my mind before I speak are times when a mother may suffer increases the lime between I won't be here to do important resource on our journey dig me up when l am gone'. . "We writ listen to my children because pain or illness due to mastitis, whether it breastfeeding and therefore overfill- anymore ". Francis comments, Upcoming to they Events healing have so much to offer they have to be heard is from a plugged duct or a breast ing of milk. us She added that support workers Residential School Healing Circle, "Ta infection. Mothers may become using pacifier can decrease Over immediately if experiencing any of Me ing the discomfort and no noticeable EVENT are looking to traditional teachings as acknowledge, heal and empower" and DATE LOCATION discouraged about breastfeeding the amount of time to the breast. signs of the mastitis disappearing, it is tool to regain our self-respect. "We are This group is following symptoms. open to both residential tried about herself and her baby use a pacifier for the doctor. trying Just starting to A clacked nipple with signs of infection important to go back to your Vancouver Support Group 2" 81851 Monday tone the needs of all panic, school survivors and later generations. what VarcrrverAbodginal Ctr because of the mastitis. Knowing first time greatly increases the risk You may need a different antibiotic. hies even Pus and blood in the milk Meeting 6 pm 9 though some are just starting The groups be held - pm 1607 E. Hastings St will at the Tofiao mastitis what causes it, and the mastitis from other women who of Red streaks front the site of the infection Seeking help on the road to very and sore have office at 151 First Street. women treatment s for it will help a Being too busy can distract mom have experienced mastitis, grandmothers Women'. Support Group 2°8 Last menu Vancouver,Abodginal been at it a long time." back into her breast 73.s. Centre Contact Mary Martin, Healing Project through this difficult time and allow her your community, your community and babe from breartfeeding. udders and severe symptoms with no in Meeting 6 pm -9 pm 1607 E. Hastings St Participants shared many personal Support Worker at 725 -3367 for further to continue giving her baby the best health nurse or doctor is important. ns for reaching Baby drastically changing dentifiable cause out for help information. nutrition available. (e.g. persisting Mastitis can happen to every Support Group 29 6 last Tues. of each Campbell River, 228 S. Dogwood St r "I'm here to better myself. to practise breastfeeding times Teething) ever or flu -like symptoms Mastitis refers to any inflammation of breastfeeding woman and can be Meeting month i§6 pm St PatersAngboan Church TREATMENT onger than 24 hrs. the breast, with or without fever, with or upsetting. Having support 'Nuu -chdh- Treatment of mastitis consists of heat, A plugged duct that is not relieved within emotionally without a bacterial infection. N tender from family and others helps the mother Cultural Night Last Thus of ea month Nanaimo, 204 -96 Cavan St. nulth Support gentle massage, and frequent days may need enne Man. If spot or lump in the breast but not having f this time. Just talking to some- trough Storytelling, Language, 7 d Workers for feeding. Applying met or dry heat mom has a fever for more than 24 hrs, the a fever is usually a plugged duct. A one who has had a similar experience Singing, Dal,. Dais, et to the affected area and then gently she should be started on antibiotics as Central Region: plugged duct is when the milk is not makes os feel much better and commiT massaging the area will help drain the con as possible. Completing antibiotic Support Group Anita draining properly and has become ted to working through the discomfort. 2"8 Last Tuesdays Vlctoda, 853 Felted St milk in the plugged duct 1lm ing herapy as prescribed is important to inflamed. Pressure builds up behind the The beat/arena,' tenter Meeting bpm Chdrieson, nn shower and, applying hot stet poem audios from happening again. Reference: plug, thus causing inflammation. La Lea League of Canada Levi Martin, cloths between feeds will help relieve If the antibiotic prescribed is nototn rellev- Book, t Elden Luncheon Once A tender spot or lump in the breast that among) tams Date& lime To he announced Mary Martin, pain. Massaging after taking a warm is accompanied by a fever, ender other Rick Sayers, shower or following hot compresses is Support Group Last Mon. W ea. month Duncan, horny. La Lam Native Flu -like symptoms (feeling achy, tired or most effective for drainage. Using the Meeting Inc Friendship Centre, 205 -5462 Charlie Lucas, run- down), may indicate a heron palm of the hand and fingers with a PARENT -CHILD MOTHER GOOSE PROGRAM Trans Canada Highway Kim Rai, and infection. Sometimes fever can s be the gentle but firm pressure in a circular Training Workshop to learn the Agnes result the inflammation and not Anyone Interested in a 2 -day Teacher Martin of unplugging the For more information modem is effective in a Parent -Child Mother soar Nuuchah -noted Healing Pr fact Stag' Vine Robinson 0250 -731- necessarily due to a bacterial infection. skills and obtain the materialsneeded to offer seated.' Breastfeeding or hand expression t duct 6271, Michael McCarthy 0804 -254-9972 or 504-312-65 9, Shawn Snow 7506163679. occur only in O Breast infections usually help Goose Program in your community? Gerald Minim 413 -7303, of milk following massage will also @ one breast and often feel hot, they look to unplug the duct. red and swollen. Nausea and vomiting cover: Breastfeeding baby frequently on the The workshop will Commencing February may also occur. Sometimes a and objectives of the Parent -Child Mother Goose Program Monday, 10th, the Victoria Urban affected side is very important. Every The philosophy THE NUU- CHAH -NULTH HEALING PROJECT breastfeeding mom may develop a breast material of the including Healing Project office will only be open on a temporary two hours is necessary, even during the The program, infection when other members of the Rhymes: many examples of good rhymes, how they fit into the program night when a plugged duct is suspected. basis, until a new Urban Support Worker has been hired. family have a cold or flu. to teach and use them breast overfilling and how Emptying the presents and tell a WE HAVE MOVED! Groups and workshops will continue as scheduled, unless otherwise notified. A duct: Storytelling: an essential part of the program: how to learn plugged and allows milk to keep Rowing. Making For further Information please contact, Comes on gradually 1907,1 -and enjoy it Main Of flee only/Southern sure baby has a good latch, where his or Region) Our new address is: Vina Robinson, Urban Outreach Worker at: (250) 753 -8567 or and use the songs you already know and love pro) 731 -6271, or May move around in location will help to Songs: how to teach her mouth is wide open, out the 5120 Argyle St., Port Alberni (Next to United Carpet). the main Healing Project Office et: (250) 724.3233. up a group and how to non a session, from putting The Soho, feels little or no warmth effectively drain milk and thus, assist in How to set Our mailing address Our apologies for any inconvenience. mats to saying goodbye will remain PO Box 1383, Port Alberni, in the area unplugging a duct. Varying nursing best B.C. V9Y Phone: The Healing Project extends our wishes to Gerald Kiesman. the This workshop would be ideal for: 7M2. (250) 724 -3233 - Fax: (250) 723 -6010. The pain is mild and localized positions is also helpful in draining all Child care workers Suicide Awareness Workshop - Thursday, March The mother feels generally well milk from the affected area. Wearing 8th undergarments will Infant development workers than 101 F loose clothing and Her temperature is lower Early childhood development workers NCN Healing Project Urban Office ease some of the discomfort of a ADOPTIVE (38.4 C) who is willing to co-facilitate the program HOMES REQUIRED plugged duct and may prevent further Anybody #204 - 96 Cavan Street, Nanaimo, BC, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm A breast infection: Usma Nuu -chap -nulth COST: $30.00 (lunch a snacks provided) family and Child Services Program, in partner- This workshop will help individuals gain a better understanding of depression and Comes on suddenly IO &11 ship with Ministry when a WHEN: APRIL of Children and Family Development, Is seeking an how to support your family, friends and community. Outcome: to better understand Restis extremely important Is localized or WHERE: PORT ALBERNI adoptive home for 2 siblings (ages 5 and 6 years of age) from the Taro- and team mother is experiencing plugged duct breast is red, hot and REGISTRATION BEALINE: MARCH 13, 2003 qui -aht First Salons. Both children are The mother's breast infection. Often mastitis s sign healthy individuals and both are Indicators of depression and suicide seat) swollen (Payment must be received to reserve your children. An understanding of the effects of prenatal How to communicate with that the mom is trying to do too much alcohol someone who is depressed information and a registration form please contact socialexposure, behavioural management. The pain is intense but localized Encouraging the mom to rest with baby For more and the ability to work with Awareness of community resources at 250 -283 -2012 or a breast infection Ruby Ambrose, Infant Development Worker children that may have attachment issues Is an asset. Please contact Strategies and resources to help ourselves overcome the traumas we have The mother has flu -like symptoms will help to relieve n .h h tit oro Donna Lucas for more information at (2501 724 -3232 of at our TOLL. suffered Her temperature is 101 F (38.4 C) much quicker. m18 18 Contact The mother should contact her doctor IS LIMITED SO REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE" FREE NUMBER I -1377 -722 -3232. NCNHP Staff Vine Robinson (250) 731 -6271 or Shawn Sinclair (250) 753- or higher -SPACE 8567 Page 14 - Ha-Sh //th -San - February 27, 2003 Ha- Shi/th -Sa - February 27, 2003 - Page IS MATED i Anniversaries, Congratulations, otCear' 9n .Mentoniatn - Birthdays, Takin' it to the streets tata* áp Judy Sayers speaks on Bill C -7 In schools and churches isms. which also featured a video Lance Dean Ross (Mahoy) By David Machar produced by the Six Nations Tribal Southern Region Reporter Nov. 26, 1956 Feb. 25, 2002 Council called all to Action ".. - 1 "The First Nations Governance Act Pon Alberni - Hupacasath Chief seeks to Iran our Chiefs into simple Councillor Judy Sayers is speaking all administrators," said Six Nations Chief against the federal government's pro- Happy belated birthday to Lisa Councillor Roberta Jameson. "This act is March 4 - Happy Birthday to posed First Nations Governance An (Bill (pictured far right), 19 yr. on racist and paternalistic It takes us Marvin Tutube, 51 yr and C -7) and taking her message to any Derrick Keenan Ulric Barney Michael, Feb 16. Love Marvin, March 15 - Happy Birthday to backwards, not forwards. Canada has 1521ós groups willing to listen. Height: 5'10", Weight: Lawrence, Pearl, Violet Tutube. been running on a auto Marvin Jr 16 r. colonialistic -pilot 111 clout: Brown, Eye colour: for the past 20 and ifs time to Y41 Happy belated birthday to Destiny a big kiss and hug from years lb n, Medium build, D.O.B. wish my baby sis- Gus March 2; Jackie Price on "Our idea of government is I would like to Benson Mo *emus on Feb. 24 wake them up" she said. gramme! Feb 16th, Happy Birth- Lisa, Feb. 28, rosa Reason: gotta ter Samantha Fred a very happy March 18. Love Pearl, different from theirs and their (601 Love Marvin, Michael, day to a couple of real twi ns (LOL. celebrate his 15. birthday. 17th on Feb.23. Happy Michael & Violet. paternalistic belief they can do birthday that 7íßY Lawrence, Pearl, Violet Thtube. From the same mom.) Jack "The First Nations Governance Ilappy 155 Ihaby Derrick. 22nd birthday to my Happy II Anniversary on things better than us is just plain Sheyanne Fred Happy Birthday, (Handsome) and Thomas (Dude). Act seeks to turn our Chiefs into J Love Mom, Mary, Oz and baby sister Amanda for March 2v° March 27 to Auntie Violet, Uncle said ,1, March 8" Happy 60 Birthday to I hope that you read wrong," Sayers. simple administrators," said Six Happy 12th birthday to Paula Stan. Loveniece Pearl &Marvin, 8^ Happy You all take care of sister Anita. March I7 this.Kidding Lisa, Violet. Michael, Mary Jr. Nations Chief Councillor Roberta For March Sth. Happy Birth- Warts for March 19°. Lots o March 10 and I could I would "The governments are always trying to b-day Theresa. "Happy yourself if had a day. Jameson. "This act is racist and Dad (Alex Short) and Love Farley. Hope you great day to my Rita Marlene Watts. give you a bear hug too. Your too make legislative changes to idle our 41" B -day I like to wish my 12th to my brother Frank Happy Birthday tomy dad Getty would paternalistic. It takes us March March 12" Leis. Fred Happy b- fast for me....LOL... This was lives," said Sayers before group of 25 Fred brine fun in New Zealand brother "Web" a happy 19th backwards, not forwards," she Short. written by Dorothy Louise hasty students gathered in the cafeteria at day. Love Gram Martha; Lurch Birthday on March 9th with lotss To Christina Jack on March (buy me something good). Mary, Derrick, Oz, and baby Oz. (Otherwise known as Dottie) North Island College. "Our idea of said. Birthday horn Auntie Happy birthday to Daddy-. for love from his "sis" sugar. 16th Happy my Yo.A P.S. Ilappy Valentine's day go t is different theirs and pt' Happy Birthdays to We would like to wish our - Roberta, Cuz Gloria, Marley and March I6.. Happy Birthday "The First Nations Governance Act is twins... .Hudson Staley Sass) Jr. to Phyllis Laverne Scott and to their paternalistic belief that they can do to my mom for March 27.. Lots auntie Rose Touchie a Happy Remembering the time we spent together At least you will be amongst the stars. nail. John on Jan my hunny Hudson Stanley things better than us rust plain an insult," said Sayers, who spoke the & Tiffany Angeline Birthday for Feb. 7. We hope you in my mind Forever a of my heart Birthday to my of love Chrissie. night an Is so fresh piece Happy 7th...You never forgotten my Save, Ile is working very hard tong," she said. before.« Alberni United Church arc had a great day. Love from Sid, whispers love are tucked deep In Missing you lots Honey bun. Allen Dick and many us Our of For the reord I would like l am proud of your Sayers' talk was sponsored by the ring. "It doesn't recognize for dears. I miss ya Tiffany... Love on himself and family. my Xoxoxoxo laity more to come. I hope you have Shark.. who we are. We are governments,' she hart o congratulate my cousin Geno you Birthday to efforts hurt. Stay s tr ong.I North Island College Student's Assail' Huddy...Happy We would like to wish our Our dreams are no more fun. Dove you now and former! balm and Lila maintaining their Marie Thomas am Love always, Dottie, said. my sister Virginia auntie Colleen Watts a Happy Your love for children, family and Love always, Robyn Melanie a healthy lifestyle. Sobriety for 16 March 2 - Happy Birthday in mom Jan 141... Loot Birthday for Feb. 7. Hope you Lanny Frank. me fiends whole year! So from to you. Be good down Malty, May more to come. 1 ya baby sister.. enjoyed your day. Love from Sid, Will cant' through year after year Feb. 25 -to my niece Dawn From Carol Mattersdorfer your always, Letters there and baby a kiss for Love you HUN! Love give Sharleen & family. The pictures that are hung hold onto One year has come and gone Marie John, Happy Sweet 16e cousin. me._ Jan 29th, I would like to Stray. We to our Birthday! Your dad is thinking.' would like wish memories. We all miss you so much "Chief' To limbo Adams on his 6 say to Florence Happy Belated Birthday and happy birthday Happy Birthday for Dear Editor: a you always Many more to come niece The bands are all to be congratu- We went through lot of ups and downs You said you would get better week program in Alert Rays Your Billy. Take care. Jan ...Happy Happy Valentines Day to my your day. From Feb. 14. Hope you had a great I was pleased to attend the signing lated on the hard work that they together. You promised Dawn and enjoy looking good there limbo! Con- Arthur Michael "Henry "Richie. With tons oflove Birthday Russell you a whole bunch carry was would not ,,e the lohn and Matt far fam- day. Love ceremony for the timber sale li- have done with other partners to Giving the strength that you You said you gratulations to you. From your Billy. Love ya son! Take good from your honey and kids. ily. Your truly relatives. from Uncle Sid, Adair Marl, ence or 265.1700 cubic metres In reach this resolution. It will benefit relieving. You promised relatives always the care of Gramme k? Jan 31, Happy Birthday to grandpa Happy 7 Anniversary to and family. TFL44 with the Huu- ay -aht and all the members of the four bands, Giving the love you've showed us was You said we would be a family Mattersdorfers. Happy 35th Birthday to a special Sam H. on Feb. 21. Miss you my darling husband, Feb. 24., We would like to wish our ltiAcki.oribt brags m.fxxay 28" as well as the community as a so comforting. You promised To you my dear cousin 1 kids. Brother, Russell Arthur John, lots. From Richie, Icon & no more pain You said you would take care of us It's been so long that welt been nephew Richard (Sannyboy) with Forests Minister Mike de bang. whole. You carry Regina Lynn Frank -Jimmy of love ya and you ever for - Happy Wren ymallric Gim don't Dick Happy Birthday for Feb There is no more anger You promised together. But 1 want to let you I was unable to Abound She walked through 2nd, Happy on 22. Love you lots auntie. Unfortunately, Sincerely, go that! Feb Birth- Feb. a peace You didn't even say -bye a man! 28. Love you whole bunch You arc good know that you're good trials of happiness for yourself lane & kids. attend the signing ceremony with Gillian Trumpet, MLA day to you... Happy Birthday to From Richie, up at the stars I will think our dreams are shattered... You touch my heart when you from Uncle Sid, Auntie Sharleen When I look All and your kids. Congratulations dad Congratulations toLaurie and the Diddaht and Pacheedaht bands Alberni- Qualicum you... Happy Birthday (really and family. of you Love you forever "Chief' talk to me. You make me feel on your journey in Kakawis. in the morning. my oldest brother, timothy Con- Derek on the arrival of my Remembering... Xoxoxoxo Oz, Mary & Derrick special, when you make me nice Love from your cousin the nt John. 1 love ya forever. nephew Malcom. father, Shoot for the moon Ha kung Mat, Papa cards. You are the best Maeersdorfers. to my moor Love your baby sis, Dottie. Congratulations But if you miss (No worries) xoxoxo baby Oz and dad for our children. I love Birthday to my Happy 51" Feb 12th, hey... Listen up Devon on the arrival of baby. The Whaling Indians: youth much my darling husband. Sr. He cal - cousin Paul Frank Cecelia Mary John has had a From Richie, Jos &.kids. A good woman does not live in fear of Happy 7'" Anniversary! Love ebmted his birthday with his im- birthday thathaspassed and gone. Happy Birthday to Auntie West Coast Legends and Stories A GOOD WOMAN the future became of her part. Instead, from your wife Mrs. Carol mediate family. Another year Make her feel special up there in Georgia on March 6. With love A good woman is proud of herself. She she understands that her life experiences Mattersdorfer. cousin, good to see you looking Tales of Extraordinary Experience Ahousaht folks. LOL. 1 miss ya from Richie, lent & Kids. respects herself and others. She is are merely lessons, meant to bring her My Father is special. goad. Love from your cousins baby sis. Be good and write or Happy Birthday to Gary aware of who she is. She neither seeks closer to self-knowledge and unondi- On this day Feb . 2350Dad, you Carol, Don and family phone me. By the may tell ev- Sutherland on March 10. From definition from the person she is with, self-love.. are so special to me. Ijust want Told by Tom Sa:ya:ch'apis, Happy l7 "Birthday weber eryone on the air that Datde said Collin, teen, Richie &Mirada. nor does she expect them to read her tionalI dedicate this to the women who have people. know how precious you William, Dick La:maho:s, Thomas Jr for Feb. 16. May hi. Specially our friend. LOL. Happy Birthday to my sister mind She is quite capable of articulat- inspired me throughout my years. are to mc . 1 love you so much Captain Bill and Tyee Bob more to come there my nephew. Take Can 1'm here for ya sis! in law Christine Hanson on Feb. The Whaling ing her needs. Thank you for making me the woman I year. I don't know Bob and Vi Study are proud to more pother Love auntie Carol Metterdorfo. is in my Feb 16th, Happy birthday to my 20. From Richie, loon. Collin, 1 á A good woman is hopeful. She am today. You are all embedded what I would do without a spa- announce their daughter Happy Birthday to lames Prepared by Edward Sapir, rang enough to make all her dreams heart, as this is our strength. niece, Cherie Chrystal -Lynne Miranda Crystal's engagement. ." cial dad like you! Because you Walton Feb. 22. From Carol, for Jolm. I still have the baby pic Happy belated birthday on Mortis Swadesh, Alexander Me. Especially to my Auntie Phyllis. March She is going to marry a Mr. are so erring, understanding and Don and family lure on hand of ya niecey. LOL. Feb. 16 - Josh - 4 yr, Feb. 15 - Thomas, John Thomas, IY fm.wr She knows love, therefore she gives 95 would have been her birthday, her you are always have time to talk Helder Silva. Happy belated birthday Claire Love ya lots babe! Please give Dave Smith; Feb. 17 - Edna M. love. She recognizes that her love has encouragement in my growing years me dad. Thanks there his most surely an excellent and Frank Williams to for been bear who turned 3 years Feb. 14. 18 yr, Feb. 21 - Happy Slit An- great value and must be reciprocated. If taught me how to be good woman. for me today and every day. Have Love arrangement. Mom, niversary to Ang & Roger Millen. her love is taken for granted, it soon Thank you Auntie, I will cherish our a band day and Happy Birthday! As is the custom of our First Edited by Eugene Adma. Happy 40 uncle Chief we all Love 'lux in. Michael, Lawrence, disappears. memories and never forget what you Nation people. -. Love from your daughter Carol u a Klokeid and Katherine love a and think about lot Pearl, Violet Tutube. Terry A good woman has a dash of inspiration have taught me. Your strength has For her hand instead of the Maltersdorfer. niece and I and March 13. Love sis, Happy Birthday to Phyllis Robinson and a dabble of endurance. She knows always been a pan of me. love you Happy Birthday to these traditional. _ grandchildren. that she will, at times, have to inspire I miss seeing you, but II knew that you For we live in such a modern young fellows of Abousat to my Feb. 171s Happy belated These "Tales of Extraordinary ....,,z, -_ others to reach the potential the Great are always with us.1 win listen for your uncle .hMurray John and to John. Love 4! ;t age. Grandson lose Experience" detail encounters Spirit gave them. voice in the wind, and feel your warm Hudson Webster. I wish you all grandma All we ask for is gigs bytes, Lou. her past, wrapping around me when I need "memory" with spirit- beings and other A good woman knows arms the best and have a better day Rosalie Love CD-ROM and more within Happy belay -.. understands her present and moves comfort. 1 will look for your gifts Not the taditional horses and supernatural occurrences, as Love from your niece Carol you sis March 24. Lou and fam- that you have left me - -Notch toward the future. my heart, the gifts Maeersdorfer. Sid and l would like to welcome sage. related by the Nuu -Chap of ily. A good woman knows the Great Spirit. of strength, wisdom, and guidance. Rest our beautiful granddaughter, The day has now come to let Vancouver Island's west coast Happy b -day Clara Love you -icµtl.r She knows that with the Higher Power rosy with all that arc with you and I will Shaw may Winnie Leanne Crystal go. The tales were recorded prima- March 25. From Mammy! Mack into our lives. She was the world is her playground, but without see you on the next level of my journey. Into the amts of her husband to rily in the area of Port Alberni Happy belated grandson born on her great - $40.00 the Great Spirit she will just ',chimed By Gina Pearson (Watts) he between 1910 and 1923 by the flk. Chucky Feb. 24. Love you lots. grandmother's birthday which For more Information, please contacts with. A man shall leave his mother, famous linguist Edward Sapir -and Love grandma Lou. is Dec.. 4/02. She is such a Bonnie Gus Twa.M Treaty Office family. and a woman leave her home. anniversary? ss. Birthday wishes to: Sonny precious addition to the by his chief interpreter, Alexander 5000 Mission Road ,Want to wish someone a happy birthday or happy ..\ She has 3 uncles an d one aunt. We would like to wish our Mom They will travel on to where the Boy - Richard Dick Jr. Feb. 28.. Thomas. Port Alberni, British Columbia. V9Y 7M1 Want to share that great poem you just wrote? Her beautiful mother is Sylvia and Sharleen ahappy 39th two will as one. Happy belad bi rthday Angels on Love auntie Luny. wife) be They comprise Pan 10 of a much Dick. Love from Dad, Mom, Want to recognize someone special who has passed on? Jan. 12. Feb. 21 - Happy Be- birthday for Feb. 7th. Love al. We are so very proud and so -pan collection Kyle Erickson Happy Birth- and greater twelve of Ph: 7244229, Fax: 724-4245 brothers sister, Sid, very happy /th -Sa, we'll tell EVERYONE!! lated Birthday to John W. 26 yr. day Feb. 25 ". March 1" Happy ways Sidney Sr, Sidney lt., Native accounts known as the If you tell Ha-Shi Sharleen, Sid Jr.,. Sheldon, Toll Free: 1366724 -4229 Love auntie& family. Sylvia Sabrina, Sheldon, Steven. For the upcoming matrimony! and e-mails are listed on Birthday Bruce Sam, March 7. ell[ S.rine pick "Sapin -Thomas Nootka Torts-. Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. -4 .30 p.m. Contact names. numbers page Page 16 - Ha-Shi /th -Sa - February 27, 2003 Ha- 5hi/th -Sa - February 27, 2003 - Page 17 ATTENTION: Epidemic Alert! Obesity & Diabetes Announcements AHOUSAHT ADDRESS UPDATES P.A.F.C. News February has been busy month so far ?u-yaqh-mis Increasing at Alarming Rates! at the Friendship Center. On valentine's Hi wilth Pa Tuk Ahousaht will be carrying our several important projects in the Day we had our annual Variety Club Usually when we think of epidemics, become much less active over the past Also, the cost of managing diabetes very near future that require your input. In our attempts to keep Ahousaht in- Fundraising Luncheon to support the we think of mysterious infections that decoral decades. Be it labour saving and obesity with their complications is formed and for creating opportunities for your involvement in the recent develop- Variety Club Telethon. We raised pop up unexpectedly around as. v or our lose affair with then , enormous. ments, your updated information is very importmt to our office. If you are twer $300.00 for the kids! Attention Nuu -chah -nuith membership... In contrast, the epidemic of obesity studies show that the amount of So, how do we as individuals reverse 16 years of age, please ensure that you have submitted your most current ad- We also had a Valentine's Rafne to Please notify your First Nation If you have any events that happen and diabetes in this is exercise we get has slowly declined. these epidemics' Setting goals for dress. country unfolding raise they for the Elders' activities. as Birth, Death, Name before our eyes in full view. This decrease in physical activity ourselves in the areas of exercise and in your life such Marnage, Divorce, Change You can submit your current information through any of the modes listed below. Alias Sam won the beaded hears neck- The research is clear: obesity has involves both the young and old. Most diet are very helpful. Regarding and especially "Transfers". E -mail: ahousaharenytalbemi.net lace made by Amy Barney. Ray Samuel doubled in the last ten years. Diabetes experts feel that our per- person food exercise, arch says that our Submitting these documents to the Nuu -shah -nulth Tribal Council Telephone: I- 8110.991 -1433 (toll free) won the gill basket, and Joanne Touché rates have gore up at least 50% in the intake hat increased as well. goal needs to be one horn per day! It office is just as important as submitting these documents to your Mail: lie -wilts Pa Tuk Ahousaht, won 110.00 gift certificate to the past ten years. fate. when you look at the rapidly would be hard for all of us to reach one Paramount Theatre. first Nation. Go Ahousaht Administration, g w''gf ,-food business. "I'h dt how per day, to tart t 15 minutes The First Nation Youth Resources team Being on the D.I.A. list does not mean you are on your first Nation's General Delivery, Ahousaht BC VOR IAO The research is clear: imagine that our food intake has not three times a week and increase was busy making and selling" Love - Registry Band List, you must apply for Band Membership. eased. slowly. grams^. Each "Love -gram" containing Please submit this information prior to March 7,2003 to ensure you receive your obesity has doubled in the Your First Nation needs your current address and phone number so What about diabetes - why h it a helium balloon. lard, d candy was current information from us. We will accept later submissions but they may miss they can contact you regarding Treaty developments, letters and last ten years. Diabetes increasing? We have clearly become much less hand -delivered by the INTO team. our first mail outs. bulletins. rates have gone up at least Again the research is clear. Obesity active over the past several They raised over SNOW for youth Please notify your Ahomahl family and friends about this important matter. an hka. First Nation phone numbers and addresses are listed below for your increases the risk of diabetes 1,000 to Be (especially if someone has recently moved or had their information changed in 50% in the past ten years. decades. it labour saving 2 000 %! A lifestyle without enough Thank you to everyone who helped convenience. some way) devices, or our love affair with the physical activity also increases the risk make these activities a success! If you have any questions, please contact Taegu. or Robert. Recently, experts report that as many y studies show that the amount Ralph Edgar and his family shared of diabetes. Three research studies Thank you. as ,one in three Canadians had insulin. of exercise we get has slowly traditional songs and culture at the Ahousaht have shown that regular exercise and resistant syndrome, putting them at high declined. Elden' Lunch on February 18. About (250)670 -9563 Fax: (250) 670 -9696 weight loss will reduce the risk of risk for diabetes. Measuring one's 50 people gathered get f developing diabetes by 50 %. General Delivery Ahousaht, B.C. VOR 1A0 fAr Career Education Fair waist circumference can indicate Regarding what we eat, it is advised delicious lunch made by John & Amy and Are these epidemic really alarm- whether you are at risk: men greater that we increase the amount of fruits Barney. Thank you to Ralph and his Ditidaht ing? First Nation than 40 inches, and women greater and vegetables and decrease our intake family and to John and Amy for making Port Alberni Friendship Center Big time! Diabetes and obesity 1- 888 -745 -3366 Fax: (250) 745 -3332 than 35 inches are at increased risk. of fats as well as our portion sizes. the Luncheon so enjoyable. markedly increase the risk of coronary aZt So, what is behind these epidem- Down with "super size"! Strive to reach On January 29 seven people attended PO Box 340 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7MB 14, disease the March 9:00 am - 2:00pm artery of the heart, number a health weight; even a 10 -pound weight the first Elders' Gathering 2003 Ehattesaht Door prizes will be drawn throughout the day! Regarding obesity, we have clearly one cause of death in this country. loss can be very helpful. Fundraising Committee Meeting. It and If we bum up more calories that we was held at the Friendship Center at 7:00 1- 888 -761 -4155 Fax: (250) 761-4156 Concession, hot dogs, donuts, pop, coffee tea. Contact Brenda 8)723 -8281 for more info. take in, we will lose weight and become p.m. The purpose of these meetings is PO Box 59 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 more fit. The biggest challenge is just to raise money to send Elders to the Hesqulaht First getting started and making those first 2003 Elders' Gathering in Vancouver, Nation 1 mall steps toward the goals one has set B.C. on August 20, 21, 22. If you are The KUU -US Crisis Line Society `Traditions are a big part of my culture. I 1- 877 -232 -1100 Fax: (250) 670 -1102 for themselves Goad luck as you interested in attending these meetings, or == has a few spaces left for children ages 10 to 13 years old who would like 1 so is consider nuking positive changes in old like a copy of the minutes Rom PO Box 2000 Tofino, B.C. VOR 220 Unfortunately, diabetes." to participate Ina structured program of learning and his. your life_ the meeting, please contact the Center at This program offers group events with the opportunity Hupacasath First Nation unique of build- Bernie. Thal Noboru counsk:'nr 723 -8281 loot 235). The next meeting ing one on one partnerships between children and positive adult role will be held on February 26 at 7:00 p.m. (2501 724-4041 Fax: (2501 724 -1232 models. IMMIX at the Friendship Center. HELP SOMEONE YOU KNOW. CALL 1- 800 .eAMING 41110 afar PO Box 211 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 If you area parent or guardian and would Ilke more information on how Some of the activities taming up this eke as week at the Center are follows: Huu- ay -aht First Nation to have your child apply for this program, please call the Crisis Line's Administration office at 723-2323. Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM - @1.a,«unonloa tag Tuesday, February 25 1- 888- 644 -4555 Fax: (250) 728 -1222 4:00 PM. If your child does not fall Into the age range stated, please Elders' Card Afternoon www.riabete5.t0 don't hesitate to call, as the program will be offered at other times, and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. PO Box 70 Bamfleld, B.C. VOR 1B0 ASIL the age requirements may change. Come on down and playa game with friends. Ka:'yu2'k't'h' /Cheik'ties1et'h' As well, if you would like to find out how to become Involved by volun- of Crib or Rummy Snacks will be provided. teering a few hours each month to enrich the life of a child In your (250) 332-5259 Fax: (250) 332 -5210 If you need a ride, call Ina at 723 -8281. CMizega community, please call for information. Thursday, February 27 General Delivery Kyuquot, B.C. VOr 110 ;I 25 Years Ago in Ha Shilth Sa Children's Activities Mowachaht Muchalaht :00 p.m. / Choices Fundraiser Raffle Ping-Pong -4:15 p.m. Youth Workshop - Independent (250) 283-2015 Fax: (250) 283 -2335 Vol. V No. I March 9, 1978 Living Skills - Part 4 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. PO Box 459 Gold River, B.C. VOP ICA Tooth Drop -In 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. es, °n9F°.T.i .. Winners Announced caah 7 é ' = r,n. Ninayska -ha: Baby Welcome I I Nuchatiaht First Nation Men's Swiss Watch -($500 value) -won by Sharon Reyes 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. P.A.F.C. (250) 332 -5908 Fax: (250) 332 -5907 Double Si.- Velvet Blanket won by Myra Mack Thursday, February 27 Fund -raising Luncheon PO Box 40 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 Print by James Swan -won by GordoniVera Edgar at Knee -wain House Draw Date was December 20.2002 Tia- o- qui -aht First Nations 12:00 noon $ 5.00 per plate Al., Christmas Hamper was drawn December 20, 2002 Fish, fried bread, potatoes, peas, (250) 725-3233 Fax: (250) 725-4233 won by Lisa Morgan onions, chums. Ina coffee PO Box 18 Tolima. B.C. VOR 220 Thankyou for your support! All proceeds go to send Elders to the Toquaht Nation 'S Elders' Gathering Attention Members of The P. A. FRIENDSHIPCENTER (2501 726 -4230 Fax: (2501 726 -4403 s41/1 will be CLOSED on Chemainus First Nation, Friday, February 28 and Saturday, PO Box 759 Uduelet, B.C. VOR 3A0 2 a` Cowkhan Tribes, Beloit First Nation, March I for Nuu -ehah -ninth Day ssf, Tseshaht First Nation Lake Cowlchan First Nation, Lyackson íi in lieu ofAboriginal Day in June (6. Some our ongoing programs and 1- 888 -724-1225 Fax: (250) 724-4385 First Nation and Penelakut Tribe. ._ activities a follows. PO Box 1218 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M1 Adventures r in Sobriety Uchuddesaht Tribe Your community is involved in Treaty Negotiations and you need lobe kept J a i Crafts Support Group Every Thursday informed! Please Contact the I lul',umï nuns Treaty Group Office and provide from 9 a.m.. 4 p.m.Bring your projects (250) 724-1832 Fax: (2501724-1806 us with your mailing address an that you can receive vital information on Treaty r & work on them in a warm, welcoming, Negotiations and the issues Mat face your community. *1. sober environment. For more Inform& 1O Box 1118 Port Alberni, B.0 V9Y 7M7 - % tion call Cord Fuller. Phone: 1- 888 -987 -3289 / Free Tutoring Tuesdays,1 Wednesdays, Fax: (250) 245 -4668 & Thursdays 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Registra- Debbie Fox and Tse Uduelet First Nation Email: hta- communicationsO,shaw.ca croft -shah Chief Adam Shewish present cheques totalling 51700 to tion forms are available at the front desk. Hughie Watts who received the cheques on behalf the West The (250) 726-7342 Fax: (250) 726 -7552 Web: www.hulquminum.bc.ca of Coast District Council. For more info nation call Cheryl at 723- donations go into the Districts Land Claims fund. 8281 ti PO Box 699 Uduelet, B.C. VOR 3A0

-3 Page 18 - Ha-Shiith -Sa - February 27, 2003 Ha- Shi/th Sa - February 27, 2003 - Page 19 Klecko's - kekoo Arts Miscellaneous Community Events CIASSIFII?US FOR RENT: A non -profit organirntion FOR SALE: Native designed jewellery; has rooms to rent, by the day, week or To All Nuu -chah -ninth members: Uncle Bob Thomas for also helping me silver, copper, gold engraving, stone set- month Very reasonable rates for Room and my family love you uncle for that. 1 Employment Wanted 1 would like to stmt thanking the creator and Celebrations ting. Contact Gordon Dick by phone 723- Automotive & Board. Alm, there isa Boardroom avail - for the voice I was given to sing and will never forget. My grandfather 9401. /Services Offered able fatal. For more information phone dance. I'm from the Hesquiaht Nation. Johnny Williams was brother to uncle FOR SALE: Carvings for sale. If you D&M Autodean 723 -6511. My Indian name is qua B.C..: (grand Bob's mother. Families of Shamrock Adeo / Alexander Sutherland/ arc rested in native carvings such as: 'Well do Four dirty work' T TRUCKING SERVICE nephew). The name came from my Thanks to Willard Gallic Sr and to Ha- Douglas Tiden /Edna joseph coffee table tops, clocks, plaques, 6 " to- Automobile cleaning and renewal Moving and Hauling, Reasonable Rates. HOUSE FOR SALE to TFN member on grandfather's uncle). Ho -Payuk School for giving me a ienw, canoes, leave message for Charlie CARS - TRUCKS - RV'S - BOATS Tom Gus, 5231 Hector Road, Port Alberni, Emwista Reserve. Good condition, views First I would like to sort by saying chance to work with the whole school Mickey at 724 -8609 or c/o Box 40, 7429 Pacific Alen Highway (250) 724-3975 of ocean & forest. Quiet area 5110,000 Hello Family Members, we have had one meeting about our upcoming B.C. Phone: "thanks" to my relative Pat Charleson Sr. teaching dances to grade 1 - 6. I cannot /clad, B.C. VOP SAO Phone 720 -2211 Call for more info: (250) 725.3482. reunion. The date has been set for April 26, 2003 at the New Gym in S. j for teaching me all the Hesquiaht songs. leave out my family April, Stephen Jr, WANTED: Hide for school projects. Call iéumtiLa For Sale: IMO Honda Civic Si, sunroof, Wanted Medical Equipment such as It wasn't easy at all. We had a lot of Lemma, my Squamish queen Lakisha Ahousaht. We would like input from as man) family members, please Julia Landry @724 -0512 (8 -4pm Advisory for Histories, Governance, red, 5- speed. $4500 obo. 724 -4383 etc., Can be dropped off at the fun, sometimes there would be just the Norma Rose Lewis. Me and April been forward any info to my e-mail [email protected] or give us a call at weekdays). and Con re (forming 2001 Clem Siloor.do Ssp.V6 -Dark blue, Iseshaht Band( Mt, 5000 Mission Road, two of us at P.A.F.C. and who better to together for going on 24 years. Thanks. Keith's 670 -9614 or Anne's 670 -9580 or Rebecca's 670 -2390. We would FOR SALE: Black Hair - 12" to 18 ". govemments)ga tact Harry Lucas, at Port Alberni Contact Gail K Gm at 724- Then there is my older bro Paul Lucas Low mtge. Warranty. Call 250 -670.9549 have as a teacher and leader. He always also like to do a Family tree and would appreciate all info about your Phone: 830 -0468. 7241444,o1ucasuaeda album after 3:30 p.m. Karen Frank. 1225 took time to teach us, no matter what I Jr. 1 enjoyed dancing with you big bro, family, ì.e. birth dates, marriages etc. Please let us know if you will be NATIVE BASKET WEAVING made!, Boogh for listening to me, singing FREE LANGUAGE CLASSES FRESH BREAD FOR SALE: or made have a lot of respect for Pat and his Ben & 1 1999 Safari Van - 7 passenger, excellent attending, so we can organize billets as well as boat rides from Min, We Kathy Edgar. Show case of all sizes of and finally to my one and only - to order, also buns & pies. Pickup or de- family because my late father Frisco baskets. Weaving classes are held condition - $12,000 (OBO). Contact at Hupacasath Hall. Language Instructor told me where our family roots sister Marilyn Rose Lucas. are all looking forward to this memorable event and hope to hear from you! livery in P.A. 723 -6983. always throughout the year. For more Info... (250)726 -7144 or fax (250)726 -2488. Tat Tatoosh. Monday and Wednesday I early because 1 want to seey Rebecca V.R.Atleo. Sale: Beautiful Native Design Dress. were I was thankful that got to learn I'm retiring Nights 7 (Bring yourown pen For tion phone 416 -0529. Address box 863 - 1989 Honda Civic Si, red, sunroof, 5 dope,. from all our elders who passed on such take care of rakish. and look after my New condition. Size 5 -7. 724 -3049 8140 York Ave. Crofton, B.C. VOR IRO. speed, $4500 also. 724 -4383 & paper). Parenting Skills for Parents & as grandpa Hip, Alex and Paul Amos, heal@ 13"x141/4 "x23' &13x141 /4x35' CREO- Mack Family Reunion August 20031 Tots. Fridays from3 -4pm. EVERYONE 1 no I had an Authentic basket Louie Sabbas Sr., Uncle Hip, Pat Sr, Nail one operation The Toqueht Mack family is planning a reunion an the weekend of August 2003. It's FOR SALE: Genuine son TIMBERS. Laminated. Could be IS WELCOME. cuu kleco. uncle Charlie, my late dad Frisco, my few years back so 1 would like alive been too long since we all got together. And would like everyone's input on our upcom- weaving grass. Linda Edgar, phone 754- Marine dismantled. 7'h "all x16' & 71/2 x 123 adduct Tes sh Cerr16edLMgrea cousin bull.hunter Sr and your family longer. ingreunion. So far, we are aiming for the weekend in August and location will he Port 4462. 19' Timbers. 6' x 26' totally laminated. All Hesquiaht Band. Also, my other Please respect my decision, which it 24 R aluminum skiff. Brand new Honda wood. 100' piling l Can and Alberni. BASKET WEAVING FOR SALE: Grad Tsawaayuus creosoted piece from YUquot for teaching me all was easy at all. It's my choice ram We would like t0 gather, renew family ties and meet new family members. We need Motor 50 hp, trailer, asking $8,000. Call Willie Sam (250) 723 -2145. Hat Regalia, Baskets, Weaving material, David at 250 -725 -3320 9 am - 11 am Share your talents with your elders grandpa and grandma Ada songs. anyone e else. Maybe I should have a connect! Any members from the latelad Chief Cecil Mack rsndmother Jesse Mack Joe specializing lo Maquinna Hat Earrings. sale: Ater aspire, 1016 or pm -9 pm ' Volunteers required for the following: Computers for It wasn't easy at all again. Thanks retirement party eh? Oh, I can't forget please contact via email. Gjm or mok@k@[email protected] show a or you can mail Available to teach at conf ncesandwork- /Give demonstrations MB HID, monitor, keyboard, speakers, uncle lack and late uncle Mustang, my other cousin Tim and Monica Paul me at: Gloria Mack 65 -0061 Lb od Dr, Victoria. BC, VSNAP1. BUILDING: Will build canoe, shops. Call Julie Joseph (250) 7249819. CANOE vane teach basket weaving, can mg use 5500. KDS Geared by MSI, w /32 auntie Mary. can never forget you and for letting teach your family you a song Hope to hear from you soon! Lets get sinned! for anyone or teach how to build canoe painting, etc. MB HD, monitor, keyboard, speakers, your family qua Marge & Brian Amos, dances and my late nephew Clutch who interested. From Beach Canoe to 40 Bert cDavtd /We also need colmralwuata mere mana e- 51500. Uniwelt Cash Register w/ Rick Johnson, Billy Williams, all siblings was always there where we wanted to Wedding Announcement Lucas 724 -1494. JLeb.mnt footer. Call Harry Contact Darlene Erickson at 724 -5655 anon. software- $1500. Contact Ed Van from Johnny and Ada Williams always sing. Craig and Lisa Devine from Fraser Lake, B.C. and Vern and Elaine vgonnwert Caws JAW. .Aaft 0000015e0 @ 250 -725-4478 (eve) or 250- have you guys all. Last but not least, Also my good friend Art Thompson and For Sale: 25' Mark 7 Zodiak & 20' Ban. Westeoast Transition House Reimer also from Fraser Lake, B.C. are pleased to announce the forth- 726 -5116 (cell) or Mary Martin 250-725 - my relatives from Ohiaht for allowing family, Nitinaht tribe- Also Charlie J bard Explorer, Call Leo Manson at (250) Emergency Shelter coming marriage of their children Lashes Mae Devine and Ryan Vern 4451 Sewed Street. Pari ammo. B.C. 6253 (all). tl me to sing and teach with you guys Coors (step -brother) and your brother's 725 -2662 for more information. For Abused Women and their Reimer. Both currently making their home in Kamloops, B.C. V9Y 000(25 J 72.831 especially teaching you the Nookemus sisters for accepting me as your bro. Children on call 24 hours 726-2020 For sale: Custom built food cart with grill, Fraser B.C. 2, BOAT FOR SALE: MV Ropo - no li- mugs and dances. Kleco Kleco. The wedding will take place in Lake, on August 2003. deep fryer, sink, waterpump, and lots of ThArtITION'A=112 CANOES cense 40' fiberglass. Ex- freezer troller. Thanks go to uncle Ben and Hilda Could I have some answer back from Port Alberni Transition House storage. 1 owner. $6500, obo. 724 -4383 hts u.e.Hwv Freezer system only 2 Q'aaq makcis - taaktuuta - Joey Dennis' - Memorial Fully equipped. 724 -2223 or call the nearest local Nookemus for always "helping" me and each one I mentioned. Thanks. can new, never used 11 years old. Harold Little (250) 670 -2477. FOR SALE - brand my out. good If 1 missed anybody it was not my shelter or crisis center. family My friend your r medical examining table. Brand -Bond M6 The family of q"aaq fakc100 - late Joey Dennis will be having a 'mamas mar FOR SALE -40'Ex- troller. Call Robert Help Line for Children - 310 -1234 highness "Pope Sr" for allowing me to with short base Upholstery is black - you some day then (memorial feast) to put to rest our mourning and celebrate the life he lived! We the Sr. (250) 724-4799 sing with you guys. My grandmother uSee until God bless e.a wanting $1348 - anybody interested please Dennia/Haipte Family invite you all to witness the ceremonies we have T mrëÓÍ l 1 Wanted: Nuu -chap -nulih women that Ada was sister to Edward Nookemus so you all. Keep it up because culture is men,. f. 7 FOR SALE: New & Used Barclay .ntact: Tricia Mere. Community Ser- 33Dugout for sale would like cola. my exciting team@Mary that's why you see me singing with our medicine and strength. It's not the planned for this special day Date: October 18 2003. This is an announcement Sound Sockeye Nets. (250) 923 -9864, vice Manager for Ditidaht. (250) 745- Kay Independent Sales, not pyramid. For l Chiaus. booze and drugs we last remember. of the date only we will be going around to various First Nations to formally invite in more information please phone me 3331. There is other people I have t0 thank Does anyone have any pictures of my traditional manner. If you would like to suggest a good day for our family to sit FOR SALE: 3 % sides smoked fish, Rosslee Brown @ (250)385-9906. LAST: at Ales Williams Memorial Pot- also Randy Frank and family, my late Mom Daisy Lucas, (from Johnny & your Community during the summer, contact nut -sir (Rob Dennis JR) Cultural vt vacuum packed, $25 each Fundraising latch on Sept 14/02 @ the House of Hue - relatives the s I enjoyed listening Ada) if so could you please send me coordinator Huuayaht First Nation @ Work (250) 728 -3414 or Toll Free 1 -888- for ladies singing group. Call 723 -0740 FIRST AID TRAINING: Canadian Red ay -aht in "'ached Bay. to you guys sing and dance. Keep it up. one. I always think of my late Mom. 644 -4555, Home (250) 724 -0169. Or Em it r_r_hwayaht_firsiunsionVhmmail rum or 720 -2139. Cross Certified First Aid Instructors I Small blue suitcase owned by Heredi- Johnny McCarthy and et good Chu Phone me at home 723-4016, 3895 000 keekoo - umsii- culturd coordinator H.EN. Laverne and Alex Frank are available to Ames Swan - Wh yaga7cik- Traditions Troller tary- Chief Darlene Nookemus containing Dogs, don top. friends. cousins -I I °Ave, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 422. For Sale: 36.6' combination each First Aid to your group, office, or Thank You Artist Original paintings, carvings (sural 2 sets of beaded feathers black, red & Kelly John people of TitTseshatts. Retirement party maybe March 15, CLASSIFIED CONTINUED - Gillnetter. "Joker A ", No license. t unity. Classes can have up to 24 stu- 2 head bands, I shawl w /eagle de- 1, we totems and plaqua). WatSitnis' print white, Nelson Od old and family TIm 2003, location not decided yet, On behalf of my sisters and Find out what your billing agencies won't Asking S16,500. 724-1105 dents. Phone (250) 725 -3367 or (250) I on and a for t -shirts available. Ph: (250 sigh 2 vest, w /HUU- ay -aht written the Sutherland and family AhousaM1ts- would like to thank all the friends and tell you about De- regulation and 726 -2604 for more information. I I necklace blue trading h 670 -2438, Cel: (250)735 0790 Or e -mail For Sole: 38 1/2 ft "C" license 5450 00 back plain, f 'F flood by a during lens Pass orlon - Wh d moan t You? wihayagaoik @yahoo_com 720 -5841 NUU- CHAH -MULTI NATIVE beads on it Contact (250) 728 -3080. I'd like to take this time to thank the that set up the hall, for the meals and the of our dear father Mark Mack. Call 724 -4441 and attend a t presentation if a foot. Donald Mundy (250) LANGUAGE: Transcribing in phonet- Ahousaht First Nation, Tie o qui -agt dame Thank you very much told It has been a difficult time and having interested in a business opportunity or Se- GROWING THE CIRCLE COMMUNI- FOR SALE: SMOKED FISH, vacuum ics - for meetings, research projects, First Nation, HUU -ay -art First Nation, boat owners that brought family and everyone's love near us has given us rosin Submitted by Shoran Van volen. CATIONS GROUP - For all your multi packed (by the sides). bap of Upsgwee. personal use. Hourly rates. Phone the Pon Alberni Warriors, 9N. A. friends to Ahousaht, and the ones that strength. We want to especially thank all George C. John Jr. media needs: video production, music Nitinaht Lake Motel Cati 250 -724 -6341. Hasty Lucas at 724 -5809. Workers, Frank Hunter Company, I'll offered rides for people who came over those who spent time by our sides production, CO Rom or DVD prod. - New Manager is Lucy Edgar. I can be A0_ 0.46 nubs dad's in the also to Wadideed BOARDROOMS FOR RENT: At always remember your kindness, the the highway. Louie Frank Sr thank you during time hospital; dryad r r tion, wade design or enhancement, reached at Office #-250 -745 -3844, Home Oog.wres.roasf, COWS CASH - Need Cash between dine that you lovingly shared, the help for letting us use "Miss Jeannine F" to all those who helped with the preparation areea the Tseshaht Administrative Buildings, publishing public relations, c 230-745-6610, Fax o 2.10.743.12u. PO book Box 40(1, dhousald, B.C. VOR SAO paydays. We loan 5100, $200, up to 5500 that you willingly offered, being there to bring our boy home. Also to the men for his funeral day & to all the cooks Port Alberni. For more information call marketing, and training. Top quality Box 160, Pon Alberni, BC, V9Y 7M8 e: 350670-9548 dollars. 100% owned and operated by support my family in our darkest hour. that looked after the grave. The pain and helpers for the lovely meal pre- the Gash. First Nations Office at professional productions at very reason- Work 870-8555/0388 Firrt Nations. Phone (230)199225. 0H There was so many, many people that and suffering we feel is shared in so pared. We also would like to (250) 724 -1225. able rates. Callao Rally Fred, 530 For Sale: carved whale teeth, whale bones (250) 741-6070 eel. 401 Harvey Road, held us thank those who travelled from far away Chums Calafly CONVENIENCE STORS sy VOS up, during the most difficult time many ways, by those who care, 1 know F.. TOQIIART BAY Cadogan Sheet, maim. BC IT4; std bear teeth Wasted: whale teeth, Nanoose Bay, B.C. in our lives. I'd also like t0 thank all the my son was loved and was very special to be with us, and as well Nose who ') far All Oakum Open Year round! Located on Mutt, Tel. 200- 741 -0153; e-mail whale bones, mastodon ivory and maaiart ones that phoned and sent cards, from in the ryes of all, memories will always volunteered as pall bearers and honorary d1 Port Album, B,C. Reserve. Stains ergs available. (250)726- . Chord lot cobalt trade beads. Lv. msg. For Vancouver,Vittoria,Nanaimo, Campbell remain in the hearts of all who care. pall bearers for our father. Peace be with raw., Cell: 720.6518 8306. Shirley Mack Proprietor. Call Renee Mona 723 -2843 Move. Elsie John at 604- 833 -3645 or G River, Espana. Alen Bay, Gold River, Thank you once again for holding us up you and may God be with you all. rmme^wt=éo, aao .141 -720 ba St, New Westminster BC Sweepy'a Cleaning Services: Samanf á 1 Mood Pon Alberni. Bella -Bella did when we needed you. Take that time to Sincerely Naomi, Debbie and Betsy. Aday Industrial Sewing: Ceremonial ore. V3L3C5. PRESENT THIS Gus: Need some Cleaning done? Don't New York and Texas. 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a*o _ . -óQl .E.D. 1 - PILLI , li :LISINESS NEWS r GENERATING SUCCESS Generating Success 4th Annual NEDC Youth Entrepreneurship Conference AGENDA LOCATION Friday March 7Th, 2003 CHANGE TO THE HUPACASATH HALL 11:30 -12:00 pm Registration opens 12:00 - 12:45 pm Lunch at 5323 River Road, Port Alberni 12:45 -1:00 pm Opening Ceremonies (Welcome, Introductions, & Prayer) 1:00 - 2:30 pm Session 1- a) Turning the Table - Dakota (Cody) Morton, Host, on1 AV1240 b) Start "Preparing Yourself' , exercise (15 min.) . - 2:30 - 2:45 pm Nutrition Break / Net- working

r ! 2:45- 4:30 pm Session 2 5 { i r. - ` --- - ( a) " ,. - Complete "Preparing Yourself exercise (15 min.) b) Networking, Strategic Partnerships, The NEDC Youth Action (NYAC): Committee Memberships - Elverna Baker, Manager, Jocelyn Dick, Tseshaht First Nation, Marsha Maquinna, Mowachaht Tribe, Naomi Horbatch, Ahousaht Tribe Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce

Saturday March 8Th, 2003 8:30 - 9:00 am Breakfast/Networking 9:00 - 10:30 am Session 3 - a) Entrepre- neur showcase - Naomi Horbatch, Secluded Fitness Centre Owner /Operator/ GENERATING SUCCESS Personal Trainer b) "Creating a business" exercise MARCH 7TH -9TH, 2003 10:30 -10:45 am Nutrition Break / Networking 10:45 - 12:00 pm Session 4 - a) NEDC's 4th Annual Youth Entrepreneurship Conference Identifying Your Market- Dave Stevensen, MBA, Consultant b) "Define your market/ customer" exercise 12:00 - 1:00 pm Lunch 1:00 - 2:45 pm Session 5 - a) Capturing Your Market- David McCormick, MBA, Albemi Valley Community Futures b) "Marketing Strategy" exercise 2:45 - 3:00 pm Nutrition Break / Net- working 3:00 - 4:30 pm Session 6 - Interactive f session - Finalizing Your Marketing Plan. Taken ai -V7;U(' 2002 Youth E:,ureff,rtcrrr.chip Conference "Making It Happen.. 4:30 - 5:00 pm Networking / Set -up for dinner Hupacasath Hall, Port Alberni 5:00 - ? pm Dinner I Entertainment - Haahuupayuk School -Animal Kingdom 18 years and up!. Presentation ONLY $20 Prepaid, $40 at the door Sunday March 9Th, 2003 Nnu- chah -ninth Economic 8:30 - 9:00 am Breakfast/Networking Development Corpora tion 9:00 - 10:30 am Session 7 - Overcoming Building the Business Spirit

h( Itvx I ;8 4, 750 Pacific Hint Includes: the Barriers- Connie Watts, Owner /Artist, líi;hway Chims Studios Pi>itAli>einì.lil: VOY 7:412 -Snacks, Lunches, & a Dinner 10:30 - 10:45 am Nutrition Break Movie: (.>, 50 ) 7.-}.3131 10:45 8 Financ- Tull FTCC: 1-8664444 32 - -Conference kit - 12:00 pm Session - Fax: (.50) 724-ys?67 ing - NEDC Youth Program - Caledonia Fred, NEDC Youth Business Coordinator/ Take control of your dreams, your life and your future! Business Services Officer

12:00 - ? pm Lunch / Closing Ceremonies 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 to 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.

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