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§G.00 where applicable 7 PUBLICATION MAIL REGISTRATION #2177 NOVEMBER 1996 Canada's National Aboriginal News Source Volume 14 No. POSTAGE PAID AT EDMONTON `Demeaning' statue to be removed at AF N's request By Marty Logan the capital," commission The Forks area on the edge Windspeaker Contributor spokeswoman Lucie Caron told of downtown Winnipeg is that Windspeaker. sort of "gathering place," Tho- She said the commission had mas said. OTTAWA suggested adding text to the In Orillia, another monument that would explain Champlain statue is creating One of the only monuments the historical context in which controversy. It shows two in Ottawa representing Cana- it was created. The monument groups of Natives at the feet of da's Native people will soon be to Champlain, considered the the explorer, one presenting put in storage. founder of Quebec, was erected pelts to a fur trader, the other in The National Capital Com- in 1915 (without the scout be- submission to a priest. mission has agreed to remove cause of a cash shortage; the But at least one Aboriginal the figure of a Native "scout" Native figure was added in the group in Orillia has said it from a sculpture commemorat- 1920s). The AFN refused to up- would rather use that monu- ing Samuel de Champlain after date the monument, she said. ment to explain past relation- the Assembly of First Nations Mercredi declined comment. ships between Native and complained the scout demeans Caron said the AFN plans to whites than remove it. Aboriginal people. organize a committee of Native Earlier this year a new statue The life -sized bronze figure artists to discuss appropriate of Métis hero Louis Riel was un- pointing across the Ottawa ways of representing Aboriginal veiled in Winnipeg. The fully - River towards Quebec, crouches people in the capital. Commis- clothed figure replaced a contro- at the feet of a larger -than -life sion policy states that the versial naked figure of the Métis Champlain and wears only a agency could donate land, but leader. Some money for the new loin cloth, sash and feathers. not money, for that project, she likeness came from Ottawa. In June, Grand Chief Ovide said. The commission had re- Mercredi held a ceremony at the Native photographer, Jeff ceived complaints from indi- monument's Nepean Point site Thomas, who included pictures viduals about the scout since where he covered the figure of the monument in a recent ex- 1989, said Caron. She didn't with a blanket. He told the com- hibit in Ottawa, said he's dis- know why action was not taken mission, the caretaker of federal turbed that no one is talking before now. lands and monuments in the about the issue. Caron said no other cul- national capital, to remove the "The whole idea is to con- tural group has complained statue within one year. tinue to talk about it," Thomas that it is misrepresented in the In September, following an said. national capital. If it did, the Marty Logan initial meeting that Mercredi The photographer is not con- commission would evaluate ended after only five minutes, vinced the AFN will commis- any individual case according the two groups met again and sion a monument to Native peo- to its merits, she said. History revisited! the commission acceded to the ple, but if it does, Thomas said If the statue is not removed The statue of a Native 'scout' will be removed from its request. the piece should make Aborigi- soon, it will remain on the place at the foot of the monument commemorating Samuel "If a cultural group doesn't nal people "feel like part of the point overlooking the Ottawa Champlain and placed in storage. Assembly of First agree with the way they are rep- landscape." River de until after winter, be- Nations Chief Ovide Mercredi argues that the statue is resented in the capital then we "There needs to be some sort it cause could be damaged if demeaning to Native people and has given the group that can work with them to find a of cultural anchor for Aborigi- removed during cold weather. controls federal lands and monuments one year to rid more fitting way to represent nal people into city," It coming the will cost about $5,000 to re- of the offensive piece of art. their contribution to Canada in he said move the figure. Ottawa Saskatchewan veterans plead case to European Union

By Kenneth Williams ing its own international trade There are some Aboriginal rights people would just mind want to save themselves in the Windspeaker Staff Writer regulations [and] we do have an people, however, who feel that their own business. He feels this industry." option to take this to the World Canada is using them to fight ban will hurt trappers. Stevenson and Alison Beal, Trade Organization." this ban and promote an indus- "I've been in the fur business executive director of the Fur In- BRUSSELS, Belgium But Adam wants the EU to try that has historically ex- all my life [and] we've been do- stitute of Canada, do agree on approach the First Nations di- ploited them. ing a lot of trading with Eu- the hypocrisy of the fur ban. The European Union, which rectly and not assume that the The proposed ban "is not a rope," he said. "Until [the trap- "The Europeans are attempt- represents 15 nations, has plans provincial or federal govern- big economic deal in the Native ping] way of life is replaced, I ing to dismantle the fur indus- to institute a ban on the import- ments actually represent First community," said Paul don't think it should be dis- try by claiming that our meth- ing of all fur that has been Nations' interests. Hollingsworth, spokesman for turbed [because] you have to let ods are cruel, but they use traps caught with leg -hold traps. Be- "From a First Nations' per- the Native /Animal Brother- them trap to survive." that we've outlawed," Beal cause Europe is the largest im- spective, [the EU is] playing hood. "Less than [one per cent] Bob Stevenson, executive di- said. The Europeans justify us- porter of wild fur, this ban with our lives and they're not of the Native community trap." rector of the Aboriginal Trap- ing teethed traps because they could devastate the fur -trap- involving us," said Adam. The Native /Animal Broth- pers Federation of Canada, is claim "they're just killing ping community in Canada. The Department of Indian erhood has over 4,000 members more worried about the fur in- pests." In an attempt to fight this Affairs set up a fur program in throughout North America, he dustry manipulating Native Stevenson, however, accuses ban, which comes into effect 1992 to assist Indian and north- continued. people than he is about the the FIC of using Aboriginal peo- Jan. 1 1997, the Federation of em trappers who might be af- Ainslie Willock, spokesman looming ban. He doesn't be- ple to save themselves. Saskatchewan Indian Nations fected by the proposed ban, for the Animal Alliance of lieve the animal rights people "The fur industry is totally sent a delegation of Aboriginal said Fred McFarland, from In- Canada, who supports the pro- are the problem or that the ban controlled by fox and mink war veterans to plead the case dian Affairs. posed ban, stated that "what will have such a devastating farmers," he said. They Aboriginal do not of trappers. "The program will help with the Europeans don't know is effect on Aboriginal trappers. represent the interests of the "We see a lot of implications the implementation of [the EU] that the Natives who have been "We're not going to wither Aboriginal trapper, but are will- with the full implementation of regulation and provide some lobbying in Europe have been away and die because the fur ing to use Aboriginal people to this ban," said Vice -chief Allan help to Aboriginal groups to paid government lobbyists." industry dies," said Stevenson. promote their industry, Adam, a member of the FSIN adapt to new trapping sys- Ken Belcourt, a furrier in All this doom and gloom is "is Stevenson added. delegations. The EU is "break- tems," he continued. Edmonton, wishes the animal being put on by people who (see Fur trapping ban on p. 28) PAGEAT/LTA:VA 2, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER News AVAVATA AVA1 WHAT'S INSIDE Innu still shut out of power deal Drew HaydenTaylor .. 9 By R John Hayes came more and more urgent. Windspeaker Staff Writer The project was almost com- plete, but there was no way to 10 -13 Entertainment get the power to market. SHESHATSHIU, Labrador In 1969, with Quebec's gun TI'oondih ... 14-15 to his head, a desperate The controversy over the Smallwood signed over the Falls power devel- right to sell most of the power 19 Churchill AIDS opment in Labrador promises to Hydro -Québec (29.1 billion to last longer than the Hun- kW -h per year), at a fixed rate Sports 20 -22 dred Years War, but the Innu for 40 years at a price of less than Nation wants to be a part of three -tenths of one cent per kW- it. The contract between the h. Hydro -Québec has the option Conferences 23 -24 governments of Quebec and to renew the contract for an- Newfoundland may be unfair, other 25 years at only two - Business ...... 25 -26 according to Innu president tenths of a cent per kW -h. New- Peter Penashue, but the real foundland locked themselves in losers were the Innu people. until the year 2044. "If [Newfoundland Premier] In the 1970s, power prices SPORTS Brian Tobin is going to be asking jumped, and Hydro -Québec Quebec and other Canadians to began to reap huge profits from Saskatoon's new address the unfairness of the the deal. Newfoundland's rev- Churchill Falls agreement, he enues are estimated at $70 mil- Chief Richard Kahgee of th entry in Curling should remember that the real lion to $80 million per year (al- Declaration in 1995. The International, the losers in this deal were the Innu," though provincial government sovereignty over the watel Penashue said. "We were never figures place the estimated 1996 Ontario. eight - c i t y consulted or even informed income at $16 million); Hydro - professional curling about what would happen to our Quebec's are approximately league, will be land when Churchill Falls was $750 million this year. Since Saugeen as skipped by Ontario built, and we have never bee-i then, the provinces have been at Native veteran Al compensated for the damage that each others' throats - New- over traditic was done by the flooding. If Brian foundland trying to get out of Hackner. Tobin wants Quebec to deal fairly the agreement, Quebec seeking By Roberta Avery See Page 20. with Newfoundland, he should to entrench it. A Supreme Court Paul Macedo Windspeaker Correspondent set an example and deal fairly of Canada decision in 1984, AWARENESS with the Innu." which refused Newfoundland the completion of the project in Quebec provincial maps still The huge hydroelectric permission to divert the water the Innu people living in show much of Labrador as part SOUTHAMPTON, Ont. project, which was the world's away from the falls, is widely Sheshatshiu, downstream from of Quebec, including areas of the Windspeaker com- largest underground power- seen as ratifying Quebec's posi- the dam. A 1977 study found Churchill Falls project. The 1927 Chief Richard Kahgee I memorates National house before the completion of tion. that 37 per cent of individuals boundary (shown on everybody turned to international hun Addictions Aware- the James Bay Project in Quebec, One of the byproducts of the surveyed had elevated mercury else's maps) has never been fi- rights advocates to ask has created enormous wealth, project was the creation of the levels. The provincial govern- nally recognized by Quebec. help in getting Canada to r ness Week with a but it has been drained out of Smallwood Reservoir, flooding ment issued a bulletin advising Then there's the question of ognize his band's sovereigi

look at the issues of Labrador and, largely, out of 5,698 sq.km of central Labrador people to limit their fish con- the Labrador Métis, who also over the waters around i drug and alcohol Newfoundland into Quebec. including, said Penashue, "im- sumption to one per week. have not been consulted and Bruce Peninsula. "Hydro -Québec settled with whose claims to be Aboriginal at Kahgee is abuse. The people of the region have portant Innu hunting lands and the chief of been left with a legacy of signifi- burial sites" and "many areas of the Crees over James Bay, and all are viewed suspiciously by 1,337- member Native band See Pages 14 -17. cant displacement, pollution cultural, historical and spiritual Ontario Hydro is now in corn - some. And, finally, there's the fur- the Chippawa Hill Saugeen 1 and unresolved land issues. significance." The Innu Nation pensation negotiations with ther question of ongoing health serve near Southampton, Or The Hamilton River and Falls claims that "no compensation several First Nations," concerns. The study on mercury At an International Jo YOUTH (as they were called before was ever offered." Penashue said. "Newfoundland levels in Sheshatshiu was done Commission meeting in Dulc Winston Churchill's death in "I'm not saying that the needs to recognize its responsi- in 1977. There has been little sci- Minnesota on Oct. 2, 19 Look inside for your 1965) were always a potential power contract should be bilities to the Innu." entific work done since. Kahgee reaffirmed Saugee opportunity to support gold mine of energy, but before opened," Penashue said, "but In 1992, the Innu tried to "I tried to look into that ques- sovereignty over the wat Aboriginal youth. the Second World War, getting whether it is or not, they should force the provincial government tion," Learning said, "but the around the Bruce Peninsula a the power out was an insur- look behind themselves and see to enter into negotiations by re- people I asked were ducking it. as far south as Goderich. But See insert. mountable task. After the war, the people who are the real los- moving their power meters There hasn't been anything province of Ontario insists premier Joey Smallwood man- ers in the deal - the Innu." from their homes. The New- done for nearly 20 years, and fishery is in its domain and AD DEADLINES aged to sell British investors and "Peter is right," said Jim foundland government main- people don't want to admit that federal government refuses bankers on a scheme to develop Learning, executive secretary of tains that it has no obligation to they don't know about pollu- accept the declaration. The advertising the resource potential of Labra- the Labrador Métis Association. enter into compensation nego- tion levels." Kahgee said Saugeen v for dor, beginning with the hydro- "The Newfoundland govern- tiations with the Innu Nation. Of course, in the history of begin to implement its auth deadline the electric power of Hamilton Falls. ment has to deal fairly with the There are other players and the Churchill Falls project, 20 ity on Jan. 1, 1997 by requin DECEMBER issue As the development pro- Innu. If they deal fairly with variables in the already- compli- years isn't that long. By the time all non -Native users of the s ceeded, however, and there was Peter, then they're going to deal cated scene. Still unresolved (at a new contract is reached on the ters to obtain licences from is Thursday, no contract with Quebec to fairly with us." least from Quebec's point of power deal, more than 100 years band. NOVEMBER 14, 1996. transmit the power to the In addition, mercury levels view) is the issue of where Lab- may have passed. That's a lot of Bill Murdoch, Grey -Ow United States, getting one be- had risen within three years of rador ends and Quebec begins. water over the falls. Sound member of parliama has repeatedly told sports glers that Saugeen has no thority to require non-Native Ruling by Supreme Court asserts Aboriginal rights obtain licences. For months now, Kahgee I By Kenneth Williams Despite his protests that he had tion 35 (1) [of the Constitution] Aboriginal right to engage in been trying to arrange a mi Windspeaker Staff Writer every right to fish there, his fish fail its that practice, would to achieve noble custom or tradi- ing with Indian Affairs Mir and nets were confiscated. purpose of preserving the inte- tion." ter Ron Irwin to negotiate fi "I told the game warden my gral and defining features of Adams never expected the ing fi OTTAWA rights, but he wouldn't believe arrangements with the distinctive Aboriginal societies case to go this far. His convic- eral government without me," he said. "He said he could if it protected tion was upheld only those defin- through all lev- volving the province. But Indi A ruling by the Supreme lock me up right then and ing features which were fortu- els of until 14 court now. But Affairs officials told Kahg Court of Canada could pro- there." nate enough to have received years later, and with the Su- Irwin couldn't agree to sud foundly affect Aboriginal rights In its landmark decision, the the legal approval of British and preme Court victory, Adams has meeting because the fish( in this country. On Oct 3, Cana- Supreme Court rejected the ar- French colonizers." reason to celebrate. regulations are under provinc da's top court unanimously put gument that the Mohawks were In a prepared "A lot of people statement, have been jurisdiction. aside the conviction of George not Aboriginal to the area and Adams' legal counsel, Martha congratulating me," he said. "By repeatedly avoiding t Weldon Adams, a Mohawk that their Aboriginal rights had Montour, of O'Reilly and Asso- "It's a great feeling [knowing] critical discussion the fede from Akwesasne, who had been been extinguished. The decision ciates, stated that where "an our rights are protected." government is going dowr convicted of contravening a recognizes Aboriginal rights Aboriginal group has shown How this decision will im- path that can only lead to cont.] Quebec Fisheries Act regulation exist without having to prove that a particular activity, custom pact Salli Benedict on outstanding cases and and confrontation," Kahgee sa when he was caught fishing in Aboriginal title to the land. The or tradition taking place - on the other rights issues, such as self George Adams, from Saugeen did not relinqui Lake St. Francis, Que. without governments of Canada and land was integral to the distinc- government, is open to specu- Akwesasne, just after hearing its control over the Bruce Pen a permit. The Supreme Court Quebec argued that the tive culture of that group, even lation. Montour feels that this of his victory. sula waters nor has it been co ruled for Adams because the Mohawks were newcomers, or if they have not shown that their entrenches Aboriginal rights pensated for land taken wh regulation interfered with his immigrants, to the land and occupation and use of the land and will make the A provincial spokesman for Justice the 1830s' treaties were brokt kboriginal rights. therefore did not have Aborigi- was sufficient to support a claim and federal governments more Canada stated the department George Adams a decade later, said Kahgee. was charged nal rights. of title to the land, they will have careful before they try to intrude "doesn't make it a practice to "It's appalling the way t in 1982 while fishing for perch. The court stated that "Sec- demonstrated that they have an on some of these rights. comment on [court] decisions." WINDSPEAKER, NOVEMBER 1996, PAGE 3 &TA ATATA News ATATATA r deal Treaty process slow, but necessary By Heather Colpitts Skeena and Fraser Rivers will table not asking how much land Windspeaker Contributor use the Nisga'a agreement as they are willing to give but a model when seeking their "how much land would [First salmon allocations, he said. Nations] wish to share" with the PRINCE RUPERT, B.C. Prince Rupert, a coastal city, newcomers. would lose out on dollars The Nisga'a would get about Land claims must be settled earned in the processing of the 1,900 sq. km under the agree- and the Nisga'a agreement-in- fish if the resource is taken ment. The Tsimshian claim as tra- principle is an important first away from fishermen. The ditional territory about one -third step toward that goal, the pub- commercial fishery, including of the B.C. coast and one -third of lic of Prince Rupert told the Se- the Nass salmon, was worth the Skeena River Watershed. lect Standing Committee on $161 million to Prince Rupert Margaret Anderson, with the Aboriginal Affairs when it vis- fishermen and processing plant University of Northern British ited the community on Oct. 3. workers in 1995. Columbia, likened European The all -party committee is The Nisga'a are one of six contact to a stranger walking made up of members of the pro- First Nations that neighbor the into a home, seeing no one vincial legislature and is touring Tsimshian of the Prince Rupert home at the time and assuming northern British Columbia, region. The Tsimshian expect to possession because no one was holding public hearings in an sign a land claims settlement using the property. She was effort to get the public's re- framework agreement this No- critical of the "revisionist his- sponse to the details of the pro- vember which will then allow tory" that is being used to attack Ted Shaw posed Nisga'a treaty. them to proceed to the agree - the Nisga'a deal to create fear. About 50 people turned out, ment-in- principle stage in the Native and non -Native will Duluth Chief Richard Kahgee of the Saugeen Band signs the only handful spoke, at a treaty making process. It has still have to live together in the band's but a Declaration in 1995. The document reaffirms the All taken more than 20 years of ne- north after a treaty, many speak- in meeting. agreed the uncer- sovereignty over the waters around the Bruce Peninsula tainty over land claims must gotiating to achieve the Nisga'a ers commented. Ontario. stop. agreement. The process was Northern Savings Credit The sole dissenting voice closely watched by the Union CEO Mike Tarr presented came from Prince Rupert and Tsimshian with an eye to find an economic analysis of the im- Saugeen asserts control District Chamber of Commerce ways to improve it. pacts if treaties are not made. representative Odd Eidsvik. The process is too slow, does "Investment dollars don't over traditional waters The chamber is concerned about not include adequate resources follow uncertainty," the Prince the impacts of the fishing corn - for First Nations groups to ne- Rupert man said. By Roberta Avery federal government doesn't ponent of the agreement on gotiate over the long term and The resource -based indus- Paul Macedo Windspeaker Correspondent place any importance on this," commercial fishing. continually leaves the groups tries of this province have been he said. Eidsvik, an accountant, used questioning the long -term com- hurt "as new money has given ec maps still provincial Irwin said Saugeen is mov- the figures in the agreement to mitment by Ottawa and the disputed lands a wide berth," much of Labrador as part SOUTHAMPTON, Ont. ing the federal govern- calculate that up to 50 per cent province. It is usually one or the according to a B.C. Central ebec, including areas of the beyond right of self- of the sockeye in the Nass River other of the two governments Credit Union study. :hill Falls project. The 1927 ment's "inherent Richard Kahgee has policy for Native would go to the Nisga'a. That that breaks off negotiations dur- The uncertainty over re- iary (shown on everybody Chief government turned to international human is not the 10 to 27 per cent fore- ing the process. source ownership has fostered maps) has never been fi- people." rights advocates to ask for In a letter to Paul Steckle, cast by government officials. Tsimshian Tribal Council an environment that is more recognized by Quebec. help in getting Canada to rec- Huron -Bruce member of parlia- "The settlement should be president Bob Hill and chief suited to barricades, police ¡en there's the question of his sovereignty "The gov- paid by all Canadians, not on treaty negotiator Gerald Wesley standoffs and strident political Métis, who also ognize band's ment, Irwin .abrador waters around the Canada does not rec- the backs of fishers," he said. said the federal and provincial rhetoric, the provincial credit not been consulted and over the ernment of Bruce Peninsula. ognize the Saugeen First Nation Other bands on the Nass, government should come to the union organization contends. e claims to be Aboriginal at Kahgee is the chief of the as sovereign in the context of e viewed suspiciously by 1,337- member Native band at international law." . And, finally, theré s the fur - Hill Saugeen Re- how 25 years success health the Chippawa But that's exactly Blue Quills celebrates of luestion of ongoing serve near Southampton, Ont. Kahgee defines Saugeen's sov- ems. The study on mercury At an International Joint ereignty. By Rob Desjardins in Sheshatshiu was done Commission meeting in Duluth, "We should be recognized as Windspeaker Contributor 7. There has little sci- been Minnesota on Oct. 2, 1995, any other country under inter- done since. 'What I envision for our pro- work Kahgee reaffirmed Saugeen's national law," he said. tried to look into that ques- sovereignty over the waters Kahgeé s goal is to get the ST. PAUL, Alta. grams is strengthening Na- t Learning said, "but the around the Bruce Peninsula and government of Canada to pay tive people's identity...' le I asked were ducking it. as far south as Goderich. But the the compensation owed and A quarter- century ago, the e hasn't been anything Blue Quills president province of Ontario insists the then the band will be financially Blue Quills gymnasium was the - for nearly 20 years, and fishery is in its domain and the self -sufficient, he said. scene of hardship and frustra- Leona Makokis le don't want to admit that federal government refuses to "The simple truth is that But Oct. 11, it housed know about pollu- tion. on don't accept the declaration. there is a phenomenal debt. of the biggest, happiest vic- evels." one Kahgee said Saugeen will What they have handed out so tory parties on the prairies. f course, in the history of begin to implement its author- far is only a small payment on "Twenty -five years ago, I "At one time, the idea at this emonies. These people the :hurchill Falls project, 20 - ity on Jan. 1, 1997 by requiring the loan," he said. cried and I cried in this gym. I school was to do away with the original members of the Blue isn't that long. By the time all non -Native users of the wa- To that end he's invited the couldn't tell you how many idea of the 'savage' culture," he Quills Education Council - is reached the contract on ters to obtain licences from the Peace Brigade International and tears were shed here," said said. were made honorary chiefs of !r deal, more than 100 years band. other human rights groups to a Elder Edith Memnook at Blue "Considering some of the the new reserve. Among those have passed. That's a lot of Bill Murdoch, Grey -Owen meeting on the reserve next Quills First Nations College's things that happened, you kind honored were Memnook and r over the falls. Sound member of parliament, spring to review the situation. 25th anniversary celebration. of wonder who the savages Makokis, as well as soft-spoken has repeatedly told sports an- "We want to focus a lot of She was referring to the difficul- were. But our people survived Elders Louie McGilvery and glers that Saugeen has no au- international attention on ties the community faced in the and persevered. This college at- Stanley Redcrow. thority to require non -Natives to what's happening here," he years before the school was put tests to their determination." "It wasn't easy to take the I rights and we are glad to see obtain licences. said. "We have to elevate these in Native hands and the sit -in President Leona Makokis school, For months now, Kahgee has discussions and ask for outside which forced the federal gov- agreed, saying Blue Quills' mis- our people running it and our been trying to arrange a meet- mediation so both sides can be ernment to place the school un- sion in the next 25 years will be students coming out with a ing with Indian Affairs Minis- told without prejudice." der Native control. to keep building on the strength good education," Redcrow said. ter Ron Irwin to negotiate fish- In the meantime, the govern- "Today I feel so very proud. of Native traditions. Also honored were Sam Bu- ing arrangements with the fed- ment of Saugeen will begin im- Our students are doing the "What I envision for our pro- gle, Emma Gladue, the late eral government without in- plementing its jurisdiction in the things we wanted to see our grams is strengthening Native Isabel Steinhauer, the late volving the province. But Indian new year. children doing. And they're do- people's identity, so that we rec- Horace Jackson, Margaret and late Paul Affairs officials told Kahgee, Six conservation guardians ing it all by themselves." ognize that we have much to Lawrence Quinney, the Irwin couldn't agree to such a will be enforcing the non -Native Memnook joined other offer and have not become frag- Memnook, Charlie Blackman meeting because the fishery fishing licences and the band will Elders, staff and community mented," she said. and Theresa Gadwa. regulations are under provincial be working towards establishing members at the event, which "Through our spiritual cer- "We worked hard, never jurisdiction. its own legal system to deal with marked the 25th year of Native emonies, we come to know that took no for an answer, walked "By repeatedly avoiding this offenders, said Kahgee. administration at Blue Quills. we are all one and that we have straight and kept our heads up critical discussion the federal If Canada recognizes The college was wrested from to take responsibility for our high," Gadwa said as she ac- government is going down a Saugeen's sovereignty claim government control in 1970. environment, and for the heal- cepted her chieftainship. "That done." Salli Benedict path that can only lead to conflict and then decides to cut off fi- Today, Blue Quills is a thriv- ing processes that are so needed is the way to get things and confrontation," Kahgee said. nancial support the band will ing and growing First Nations for our communities." Accepting on behalf of her Irge Adams, from June Saugeen did not relinquish is necessary" to college, offering a variety of di- Makokis also discussed the mother Isabel Steinhauer, esasne, just after hearing "do whatever its control over the Bruce Penin- support itself, said Kahgee. ploma and university transfer "wonderful news" that Blue Chisan agreed. "I know the spir- is victory. have passed on sula waters nor has it been corn - Revenues will be raised by toll programs. All the progress of the Quills was granted reserve sta- its of those who They're very spokesman for Justice pensated for land taken when roads and fishing licences and past 25 years is thanks to the vi- tus by the federal government. are with us today. ada stated the department the 1830s' treaties were broken, Kahgee will appeal to the inter- sion and persistence of Native Many of the people who proud." Alice Reprinted courtesy of the St. rsn't make it a practice to a decade later, said Kahgee. national community for financial administrators, said board of joined in the sit -in with ment on (court] decisions." "It's appalling the way the help if necessary, he said. governors chairman Carl Quinn. were present for Friday's cer- Paul Journal. PAGEATATATA 4, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER News AvATATA ATAII Bitter battle results Having a Conference? Be proud of y OR in new agreement Relax? By Paul Barnsley meetings is this current agree- Just want to Windspeaker Contributor ment. LEATHER In 1784, Frederick CALL Haldimand, the British gover- Wholesale BRANTFORD, Ont. nor of the area, deeded six miles Complete LI of land on either side of the Beads/Jewel Two band council chiefs Grand River from its mouth to A UBERGE KANIOKASHEE LODGE Mandella/Dream gathered with two federal cabi- its source - close to one million For FR Waskaganish, Quebec visit the s net ministers, the provincial at- acres of land - to the Six Na- bre5t>4.1' -Vpbt'd FAST MATI and nine mayors tions Indians. Since that day, Six torney general Overlooking the Rupert River (Visa/MasterCal and reeves from neighboring Nations has seen that one mil- municipalities at the site of a lion acres of land dwindle down former residential school near to about five per cent of the Conference Rooms Brantford, Ont. to formally sign original deed. hold up to 100 people. the Grand River Notification Six Nations band council, in P.O. Box 360, Waskaganish BARRIE, ON Box 13000, L4M 4W4 Agreement. a legal move of national import, James Bay, Quebec JOM 1 RO There was no sign of the bit- is suing Canada and Ontario Great Food Ph: (705) 728 -2481 Fax: (705) 721 -1 terness and anger that fre- and demanding that the court 1-800 -450 -3062 served in Wavies Restaurant. TEL: 1- 819- 895 -2005 quently disrupted negotiation require the defendants to ex- MONCTON, NB of this agreement. Signatories plain what happened to the 196 Robinson St. EIC 5C4 posed for photographers before lands and monies that were held Comfortable Rooms FAX: 1- 819- 895 -2008 Ph/Fax: (506) 855 -6685 TV Air 1 -800- 849 -6872 putting pen to the agreement in trust for Six Nations. Six Na- with colour & Conditioning. CALGARY, AB that Indian Affairs Minister Ron tions officials are loathe to attach #37, 180 - 94 AVE. S.E.'F23 3G8 Irwin said introduces "a new numbers to their claim, but Ph/Fax: (403) 253-3464 era in government to govern- Irwin estimated that the total 1-800- 459 -4993 ment relations." claim, if justified in a court of "Distinguished Charm ... Affordable Elegance" The agreement sets into mo- law, could exceed $50 billion. tion notification protocols that In 1924, the traditional chiefs EJ require all of the signatory of Six Nations were forcibly re- DI Husky Oil Husky WI groups to notify each other moved by the Royal Canadian whenever an economic devel- Mounted Police and a band opment or land -use project is council system was imposed on Information Update OCTOBER 1996 Information U being considered that could the people. have an environmental impact The traditional confederacy river. council continues to exist and on the Moose Mountain Update #6 Future development will depend on I The 18 months of talks that keeps a watchful eye on what it stage of oil production from Pad 3. I led to the agreement were acri- believes is the "collaborators" on facilities may be needed on the existi Uhis is the sixth Information Update on the status of Mountain involves primary production from the two existing - of the pool indu monious, at best. Indeed, it was band council. Confederacy coun- the Moose Mountain Project. This Update pro- wells on Pad 3. Production from these wells, including oil development could bitterness and anger, misunder- cil protesters, suspecting secret vides a status report on the progress of a plan for and entrained gas and water, will be transported by pipeline water flooding scheme to effectively standing and mistrust, that typi- deals are being negotiated that the first stage of development for oil production at Moose to the Jumping Pound Gas Gathering System Junction `U', Water flooding is a way of increasin into foe fied those negotiations. would result in more of their tra- Mountain. located about 23 kilometres north of Moose Mountain, where ing water the oil reservoir to it will enter an existing pipeline for transport to the Plant at a the reservoir rock. A series of protests, initiated ditional land base being lost, The Moose Mountain project involves the development of a rate of approximately 1,800 barrels of well output per day. Of In all of its Moose Mountain planni: primarily by members of the Six have bedeviled both band coun- complex oil and gas reservoir. The field is owned by Husky this production, more than half (950 barrels) will be oil. committed to a number of objective, Nations Confederacy, disrupted cil and surrounding cities by dis -. Oil Operations Ltd. at 66 2/3%. and by Rigel Oil & Gas Ltd. the - using existing infrastructure a number of projects up and rupting projects along the river. at 33 1/30. with Husky Oil as the operator. To date. five During first year of production, Husky will monitor deliv- erability, sustainability, decline, gas/oil ratio water down the Grand River in the The confederacy council was wells have been drilled and completed. four of which and /oil -- minimizing land use encountered oil and one of which encountered gas. These ratio. As well. reservoir pressure will be monitored in the years leading up to the talks. not one of the 14 parties which - co- existing with other users in the wells were drilled from three separate surface sites. or 'pads'. southern portion of the field. particularly the gas well at Pad with interested Municipal leaders were hurt signed the notification agree- 2 (12 -12). to determine whether the gas in 12 -12 is a gas cap - consulting parties Since the last update. significant progress has been made in existing over an oil pool, - reducing. and where possible. avo by construction interference by ment, but Six Nations Chief Wel- evaluating the compatibility of the Moose Mountain fluids or a stand -alone gas reservoir. impact. and Native protesters and by land lington Staats remembered their with the processing capabilities of the Shell Jumping Pound Husky will evaluate the above data, as it is gathered through- values falling because of the influence on events as he signed. Plant. the maximum use of existing pipeline systems and a out the first yèar of production, to determine: - preparing an environmental asses!. uncertainties over unresolved "This is an important agree- new 'pipeline route off Moose Mountain to connect with - if the gas well can be produced at the same time as the oil phase to ensure appropriate enviro land claims. They asked their ment for all the parties involved," Shell's existing pipelines. wells tak en. In this Husky has undenakel provincial and federal counter- said Staats. "Including the con- DEVELOPMENT PLAN - where the gas well production will be processed determine the technical. economic it parts to help. federacy, because they, too, have During Husky's - if there is a need for. and the timing of, additional wells to review and analysis of 'development of requirements and impacts of the del In late 1993, provincial Rev- a stake in the environment." Moose Mountain. produce oil several options were identified including. Mountain. enue minister Jane Stewart Irwin, fresh from a tumul- trucking of produced fluids. piping production south and pip- - the need and method to optimize oil recovery, and ing production north. Due to the complexity TECHNICAL STUDIES (then a back -bencher represent- tuous special Assembly of of the pool and - the final design and timeline for enhanced recovery of the sensitive nature of ing the riding of Brant) formed First Nations meeting in Win- the area. a staged development plan oil. In order for the development to pmt the Brantford Area Intergovern- nipeg where his proposed involving a pipeline north is proposed. The proposed first determine the capability of the Jumf mental Liaison Committee, the changes to the Indian Act were stage of the currently planned development at Moose process the Moose Mountain fluids group which negotiated with Husky has entered into an agreemel attacked by the country's operator of the Jumping Pound Plan Six Nations and the nearby chiefs, welcomed the chance technical and economic requirement New Credit First Nation to es- to revel in the agreement. at Jumping Pounu It has been Husl tablish the Grand River Notifi- "This is a great day. We ing infrastructure including both thl cation Agreement. don't have enough days like system. to the greatest extent possib The group began meeting in this," he said. "I've had some SHELL This-technical evaluation of J umpin; JUMPING January 1994. POUND pletion. Results Indicate that the IV They met with rough days in the last couple GAS PLANT, Irwin on two occasions in the of weeks, especially with the be accommodated within both the V months following, but when Six Indian Act changes. Gathering system from Junction' J Nations rejected the Specific "You know, we should to the Jumping Pound Plant. and at Claims Policy process and took have been doing something JUNCTION'Ll:Air The evaluation indicates minimal ad their land claims to court in like this 20 years ago," he required at Junction 'U'. no new ril Junction 'U' to the Plant and only ! March of 1995, the federal gov- added. "When I was the required at the Plant. emment dropped of out discus- Mayor of Sault Sainte. Marie evaluation involves des sions. The second [Ont.], I certainly never pipeline from Pad 3 to Junction 'U Local leaders continued to thought of something like this. produced fluids to Junction 'U'. an meet in the hopes of finding a I'm going to send it to all 608 Again, the goal is to use existing di way of dealing with disputes chiefs and all the municipal as much as possible. Husky has ide over land. The result of those organizations." pipeline alignment, including optior pipeline along existing road ways. - and cutblocks to the greatest extent ": PAD 1 Junction 'U'. In developing the pn Authentic Custom Made Tipis incorporated technical consideratio recreational and other use data, anc The closer we get to Nature, PAD 2 Country (Alberta Environmental Fri SHELL the softer our BRAGG CREEK Thirdly, Husky is evaluating the des hearts become? SD MOOSE MTh. Pad 3 GAS FIELD wellsite facilities required on this development. the goal is to min Call or Fax equipment and new disturbances in required will include compression, ment equipment, and pumping equi; (403) 944 -1788 through the pipeline. There will be --- NEW PIPELINE - - - EXISTING PIPELINE bance at Pad 3 as it was constructed P.O. Box 75143, Edmonton. AB T6E 6K1 &TA ATATATA News ATATATAWINDSPEAKER, NOVEMBER 1996, PAGE 5 ,? Be proud of your Native art, music and culture Blue Quills College now a reserve elax? nd By Rob Desjardins academic buildings and even a LEATHER CO. LTD. NINE Windspeaker Contributor sports facility. 4 The board's expansion plans Wholesale & Retail Leather will be implemented in phases, Complete Leathercraft Supplies LOCATIONS ST. PAUL, Alta. over the course of several years. 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Waskaganish BARRIE, ON OTTAWA, ON SCARBOROUGH, ON lege's 25th anniversary celebra- Elders on hand for the 25th Box 13000, L4M 4W4 1513 Merivale Road K2G 333 1654 Victoria Park Ave. MIR 1P7 ebec J011111 RO tions on Oct. 11. anniversary Ph: (705) 728 -2481 Fax: (705) 721 -1226 Ph/Fax: (613) 225-3550 Ph/Fax: (416) 757-1392 celebration - "We moved a 1- 800 -450 -3062 1-800- 469 -0646 1- 800 -236 -4657 have moun- many of whom participated in 9-895-2005 MONCTON, NB MONTREAL, PQ WINNIPEG, MB tain," Blue Quills president the 1970 sit -in which secured 196 Robinson St. E1C 5C4 4564 -rue Papineau H2H 1V3 867 Portage Ave. R3G ON8 Leona Makokis said as she un- control of Blue Quills for First 9-895-2008 Ph/Fax: (506) 855-6685 Ph/Fax: (514) 526-6298/(514) 526-8142 Ph/Fax: (204) 775-9944 veiled the document. Nations communities - were 1 -800- 849 -6872 1 -800- 315 -0660 1-800-459-5741 "Working collectively for 25 thrilled to hear their dream had CALGARY, AB EDMONTON, AB VANCOUVER, BC years, we finally have our own finally been realized. #37, 180 - 94 AVE. S.E. T23 3G8 10125 - 124 Street T5N 1P5 872 Granville St. V6Z 1K5 reserve. We have persevered "Now we can do things Ph/Fax: (403) 253-3464 Ph/Fax: (403) 488-9873 Ph/Fax: (604) 682 -1681 and achieved our goal." here," said Mike Steinhauer, Elegance" 1 -800- 459 -4993 1 -800- 243 -4780 1 -800- 241 -4614 The goal has been an impor- who was Blue Quills' executive tant one for college staff and director for nine years. members of the seven First.Na- "With seven bands pulling to- Q Husky Oil tions who support Blue Quills. gether, we can make something It means, as college spokesper- out of this place. With the politi- son Bill McMullen notes, that cal will to make it go, there's no they can "take pride in a sense stopping it. There are more than OCTOBER 1996 Information Update of ownership." 12,000 people in the reserves and The reserve may also offer a that's a lot of people." huge economic boost to the St. Elder Louis McGilvery agreed. Future development will depend on the success of the first modate the planned. and foreseeable equipment. All of this Paul, Alta. area. College gover- "It's a chance for more opportuni- stage of oil production from Pad 3. If successful, additional equipment will be fueled by natural gas. meaning there will nors have big plans for the new ties. The prospect is there and now facilities may be needed on the existing pads. Further, the not be a need for additional electrical connections. duction from the two existing reserve including the con- it's up to the people." mm development of the pool could include more drilling and a - these wells, including oil ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES struction of a hotel and confer- Reprinted courtesy of the St. will be transported by pipeline_ water flooding scheme to effectively deplete the reservoir. The environmental work initiated by Husky in 1994 has been tiering System Junction `U', Water flooding is a way of increasing oil recovery by inject- ence centre, new residences, Paul Journal. extended to include the completion of an ecological inventory eth of Moose Mountain, where ing water into the oil reservoir to force additional oil' out of and assessment of approximately 71.000 hectares of land. e for transport to the Plant at a the reservoir rock. overlying Husky's oil and gas lease. at Moose Mountain. and into the past rrels well Digging of output per day. Of In all of its Moose Mountain planning. Husky and Rigel are a large surrounding area. The inventory will be used to (950 barrels) will be oil. committed to a number of objective s. which include: determine the occurrence and diversity of ecological units in By Marty Logan learned about the dig from a Lion, Husky will monitor dully- - using existing infrastructure - the study area, the quality and supply of habitat for key Windspeaker Contributor newspaper article. Now the ., gas/oil ratio and water/oil -- minimizing land use wildlife species. and the occurrence of rare plants. band, whose land claim in- ire will be monitored in the - co- existing with other users in the area The environmental information will be used to help select an cludes Leamy Lake and thou- articularly the gas well at Pad optimal pipeline route given consideration to terrain features. hectares, T the gas in 12 -12 is a gas cap - consulting with interested parties HULL, Que. sands of surrounding critical wildlife habitat, and avoidance of rare ecological and-alone gas reservoir. reducing. and where possible. avoiding environmental wants a guarantee that what is - units and plants. Data collected in 1996 has augmented work data, as it is gathered through- impact. and Just north of where the Ot- unearthed will be explained conducted in 1994. which, included winter animal track count Aboriginal as well as a , to determine: - preparing an environmental assessment for the development surveys. browse and pellet -group surveys. breeding bird and tawa and Gatineau rivers meet from an ed at the same time as the oil phase to ensure appropriate environmental measures are fisheries surveys. and an assessment of recreational use and is Leamy Lake. For thousands European perspective. taken. cultural/historical resources. of years it has been a "It's not Canadian history, n will be processed In this regard. Husky has undertaken a number of studies to Additional work includes a cumulative effects assessment for campground for the Native peo- it's not Quebecois history, it's determine the technical, economic and environmental fragmentation Indian history," band councillor timing of, additional wells to grizzly bear and fish which documents habitat ple who traveled along the riv- requirements and impacts of the development at Moose and loss associated with roads. trails and seismic lines. and ers or traded on their banks. Rene Tenasco told the media. Mountain. other resource-activities including Husky's proposed pipeline. nine oil recovery, Today it's home to the Hull Ca- Where scientists might de- and pot TECHNICAL STUDIES PUBLIC. CONSULTATION sino, which has just welcomed clare that an unearthed clay for enhanced recovery of the for cooking, he said, In order for the development to proceed, it was necessary to Husky is involving the public in the plans for commercial visitor number two million, was used determine the capability of the Jumping Pound Plant to development at Moose Mountain. Throughout the explo- more than six months ahead of Natives would know it also had process the Moose Mountain fluids. To accomplish this. ration and delineation phase. we have received and incorpo- schedule. a use in medicine. For that rea- Husky has entered into an agreement with Shell Canada; the rated many ideas froh) local people. which have resulted in a Close by, a University of son the band wants a say in operator of the Jumping Pound Plant. to jointly evaluate the better operation. Now that the technical and environmental archeologist set up where and how artifacts are dis- processing the fluids Montreal technical and economic requirements of studies are nearly complete and our development options are digging as played and how work at the dig at Jumping Pouno It has been Husky's goal to utilize exist- with the public so we camp this summer, clear. we want to share this information would be publicized. ing infrastructure ncluding both the plant and the gathering may address as many concerns as we practically can before far back in time as 5,000 years system. to the greatest extent possible. Energy and Utilities at what has been described as Relations with the commis- we make an application to the Alberta have Thistechnical evaluation of Jumping Pound is nearing com- Board (EUB) for development approval. one of the 10 top archeological sion and other groups pletion. Result, indicate that the Moose Mountain fluids can sites in Quebec. been fine so far but Tenasco says SCHEDULE he accommodate,' within both the West Jumping Pound Working on land controlled the 1,600- member band will re- Following the completion and documentation of the technical Gathering system i rom Junction 'U' (Sec. 36. Twp. 24, Rge.6) Na- main a "conditional partner" in studies. and after receiving and incorpo- by the federal government's to the Jumping Pound Plant. and at the plant itself (see map). and environmental it feels comfortable rating public input into the development plan. Husky will he tional Capital Commission, with the dig until The evaluation indicates minimal additional equipment is submitting a development application to the EUB. Husky is support from local governments with the work. requited at Junction 'U'. no new right -of -way is needed from working toward a target of late fall 1996 for an EUB applica- and Laval University, Marcel "If we feel we're being con- 'U' to the Plant and only small modifications are Junction tion. Laliberte has unearthed stone trolled, we'll back out," he said. required at the Plant. Following regulatory review and approval. field work and tools, clay pots and other arti- There has been talk of develop- The second evaluation involves design of a new section of construction would be scheduled for 1997. facts, from as far away as ing a tourist site that would in- Pad 3 to 'U' which would transport some pipeline from Junction dig. If those plans go produced fluids to Junction 'U'. and fuel gas. back to Pad 3. Labrador and the Great Lakes. clude the commitment to provide Again. the goal is to use existing disturbances and alignments This update is a continuation of our The Kitigan Zibi ahead, Tenasco says the band who are interested in our activities- in as much as possible. Husky has identified a preferred information to those Anishinabeg band, living in wants to have its business peo- Moose Region. If you would like atorre infor- pipeline alignment. including options, which will piace the the Mountain north, ple around the table. mation about our activities in this area, please contact: Maniwaki located 120 km pipeline along existing road ways, oldlogging roads. cutlines and cuthlocks to the greatest extent possible from Pad 3 to Bonnie Pascoll Manager, Corporate Communications Latest Technology, Affordable Prices Junction 'U'. In developing the proposed route. Husky has 298 -7188 incorporated technical considerations, environmental data. Mobile Satellite Telephone Service recreational and other use data. and input from Kananaskis Barry Worbets Manager, Health, Safety and Environment rest of the world" Country (Alberta Environmental Protection). "Connecting remote communities to the BRAGG CREEK 298 -6163 Thirdly. Husky is evaluating the design requirements for . wellsite facilities required on Pad 3. As with all facilities in this development. the goal is to minimize both the amount of equipment and new disturbances in the area. The facilities SAPHONE. will include compression. separation and measure- required IItIPt:h SATPHttNE COMMUNICATIONS INC. ment equipment. and pumping equipment to transpon the oil through the pipeline. There will be no new surface distur- a certified dealer of G L E N T E L Canada's Mobile Satellite Service bance at Pad 3 as it was constructed large enough to accom- Call Scott Ackles, (604) 324 -7222 Local 114 86 SE. Marine Drive, Vancouver, B.C., V5X 4P8 PAGEAVAVAVA 6, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER Editorial AVAVAVA ATA110 Media ignores significant Protect t Aboriginal rights victory Dear Editor: Every spring we go throul It's surprising that the mainstream media has chosen to ignore the same ritual in the sm, George Adams's Supreme Court victory (see page 2), because at communities of Fort Fitzgera no time has Canada's top court ever unanimously declared the Alta. and Fort Smith, N.W permanence of Aboriginal rights. Guess what? The bear baiti The oft mentioned Guerin and Sparrow decisions may have come back. described tests for determining Aboriginal rights, but in both cases This year, the issue set of the court ruled against the Aboriginal participants. In the Adams rumble. Concerned citizens case, however, Aboriginal people won. the Salt River First Nation So it is surprising that, while August's Van der Peet decision on Fort Smith and the Dene Nati Aboriginal fishing rights was worthy of headlines across Canada, Band of Fort Fitzgerald e there has been hardly a peep about the Adams case. There was a posed the bear baiting outfitti brief mention of it when one of Canada's lawyers tried to describe at a lodge that is located Mohawks as "immigrants to the colony of Quebec." The fact that northern Alberta. this argument was resoundingly trounced by the Supreme Court As we all know, bear baiti was never reported. is an inhumane way of huntif The implications of the Van der Peet decision were debated on Last year's baiting createc opinion pages from Toronto to Vancouver, as pundits attempted problem for Fort Fitzgera to understand and clarify Canada's obligations to its Aboriginal Barrels of grain were plac people. Of course, the gist of the debate was that Aboriginal rights only a few miles away from 1 in Canada had been both clarified and narrowed. But the Adams settlement without consultati case loudly declares that Aboriginal rights are unanimously rec- of chief and council. Two lo ognized by the Supreme Court, and that Canada cannot infringe people were chased by bean on those rights. the bear baiting site. At the It is a new day for Aboriginal people across Canada, and yet cal dump, six bear camas: the mainstream media either have chosen to ignore this story or were found last year and I are unable to comprehend its significance. This information is vi- public had the misfortune tal to all of the people of Canada. The Adams decision will affect seeing them. The carcasses w the relationship Canada has with Métis, Inuit and Indian people, left to rot and only the hie and it should be reported as a story of significance. were taken. Of course, George Adams isn't a million- dollar ball player spit- "Bear Baiting is a tactic f ting in an umpire's eye. George Adams is a Mohawk fisherman who stood up for his rights and won. His victory will forever im- pact Aboriginal relations in Canada. rigF You heard it here first, folks. Métis in Alberta Lc. Bert Crowfoot GO Paul Macedo Names given without authority k, PUBLISHER DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Dear Editor:

[e[.... Debora Lockyer < Keven Kanten the step of finding out the origi- kimo -Aleut presumably in- iA MANAGING EDITOR to N.ALTA, SASK., MAN. GUEST nal names for things? Why do cludes all groups speaking lan- Sept. 3 was a joyous day R John Hayes Joanne Thibault they give murderers and impe- guages that are family. These some of the Métis people STAFF WRITER SALTA, QUE, USA COLUMN rialists the honor of having all three populations are proposed to the elections]. It will certa Kenneth Williams Richie Hardinge kinds of places named after as being different both linguis- be a day I'll always remem STAFF WRITER NWT,,ONT.,MARITIMES & B.C. them (such as Coronado Na- tically and genetically and the At three minutes after eigb Carolyn O'Handley By Jack D. Forbes tional Forest, De Soto National three are said to be part of sepa- the morning I found out th PRODUCTION COORDINATOR University of California, Davis Forest, the District of Columbia, rate super -language families was not a Métis and my vo Shannon Ladouceur the Columbia River, the Sea of found in Eurasia. rights were taken away. PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Cortes, Lake Champlain, etc.). Greenberg, et al, have arro- I've traveled extensh is of us Joanne Gallien Lc. VS Harrison Cardinal Many non -Native scholars I believe that it because of gantly named most throughout Saskatchewan, to- however, and ACCOUNTS Q G4 PRESIDENT and government officials con- a racist, denigrating attitude "Amerinds" without, berta, British Columbia cou- us the land of was ni Judy Beauregard 0 Dan McLean tinue the practice of giving ward Indigenous peoples giving United States and E-+ (as noted). We still I by AOC. VICE PRESIDENT names to First American loca- pled with a view of themselves "Amerindia" treated the way was RECEPTIONIST conquerors of all cannot have the name of the Lori Rikley W Chester Cunningham tions, towns, reservations, as the exalted tribes, languages, cultures, and which they may survey. continent America even 10,000 CIRCULATION COORDINATOR á TREASURER CO new bio- linguistic groupings Some years ago, the term or 40,000 years before any Eu- Michael Smith, Winnipeg Q Joe P. Cardinal without giving the least thought "Amerind" was abbreviated ropeans came here! Nor are we Roberta Avery, Ontario SECRETARY to asking First Nations people from the already shortened to be asked for any alternative OTTER Rose Marie Willier CORRESPONDENTS like "Amerindian," an ugly word names of our own choosing. Noel McNaughton what they would or what Don Kew name they already are using. coined by the British, I believe, Shall we, in turn, speak of CARTOONIST DIRECTORS This would seem to be the to refer to the American peoples "Eurcans" now? Shall we write ExCUSE t height of arrogance wherein of Trinidad, Guyana, and the about "Eurcans" (European MEMBERSHIPS outsiders see Native people as Antilles where Indians from In- Canadians) or "Francans" THOSE IN - And Native American Journalists Association (NAJA) objects or like dogs, cats and dia had been brought in as low (Francophone Canadians)? National Aboriginal Communications Society (NACS) horses which can be named at wage laborers. we can simply call Europeans E Canadian Magazine Publishers Association (CMPA) will by their owners. To avoid confusion with "Euros" or better yet "Yuros." Alberta Magazine Publishers Association (AMPA) I once had a white male ar- the proper Indians, the "Am- By the way, I asked a Yupik cheology student in one of my erindian" term was intro- scholar what we should call the COPY RIGHTS classes who made fun, in his duced. Later its use spread to Bering Sea and he said Advertisements designed, set and produced byWindspeaker as well as pictures, news, evaluation of me, of the fact that some white people in North "Imakpik" (ee- maak -pik) with cartoons, editorial content and other printed material are the property ofWindspeaker I America. We should carefully the first "k" pronounced like a and may not be used without the express written permission of Windspeaker. used the expression "Indian Scotch "ch ". PUBLICATION MAIL REGISTRATION #2177 ISSN 0834-177X people" frequently instead of note, however, that the conti- guttural German or "Indians ". The difference is, I nent of America was not re- It means the "Big Container" think, that when one says "In- named "Amerindia" and thus and is their name for the Bering dian people" one makes it clear the Amerindians were still left Sea. So now we can speak of the ..YyvÑCmca: that one is speaking of living, without a land to correspond Imakpik Route and Imakpikia real human beings, not simply to their new name. Heaven instead of Beringia! it throw off the specimens or objects. forbid that they should be Isn't time to IT EXUDES A FIR', Anthropologists, linguists, called Americans or Native names of colonialism and to in- archeologists, and geographers Americans! sist that Indigenous peoples be PE RSONALITT,. SOI are among the greatest sinners. More recently, a linguist treated as human beings wor- For example, they delight in re- named Joseph H. Greenberg, thy of respect? Perhaps we need WITH INFLUENCE Windspeaker is published by theAboriginal Multi -Media Society Bering reservations, our ferring to the Strait, the working together with Christy to rename our BUSINESSLIKE I of Alberta (AMMSA) every month to provide information to the Bering Sea, and the Bering Land G. Turner II and Stephen L. towns, our tribes (as the Ho- Aboriginal people. Windspeaker has a circulation of 1 5,000 and Bridge ( Beringia) without paus- Zegura, divided our Indig- Chunk Nation has done) and Classroom Edition and Guide to Indian Country with a circulation of ing to recall that Vitus Bering enous American peoples into then rename the languages, ar- 25,000. Windspeaker was established in 1983 and is politically brought Russian imperialism three separate populations cheological sites, and moun- independent. Indexed in the Canadian Magazine Index and and enslavement to Alaska with which he labels "Amerind," tains and rivers. Maybe that will indexed on -line in the Canadian Business & CurrentAffairs Database a huge loss of American life and "Na -Dene" and "Eskimo - help to give Native people a and Canadian Periodical 35 Index, mm microfilm: Micromedia, 20 much suffering from extremely Aleut." The Amerind group in- sense once again of being in Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5C 2N8. brutal treatment. Why should a cludes most of our nations from control of their own destiny. 15001 - 112 Avenue, Edmonton,Alberta T5M 2V6 man like Bering honored (Professor Forbes is the author Ph: (403) 455 -2700 or I- 800 -661 -5469 be Canada through southernmost Fax: (403) 455 -7639 when quite obviously the Yupik, South America. The Na -Dene of Only Approved Indians, Aleut, and other Native Ameri- group consists exclusively in Columbus and other cannibals, E -mail: edwind @ammsacom cans had names for their region? groups speaking Athapaskan- Africans and Native Americans World Wide Web Site - http: / /www.ammsa.com Why don't Europeans take related languages, while Es- and other books) WINDSPEAKER, NOVEMBER 1996, PAGE 7 ATA AVIIIAT Letters to the Editor TATA Protect the bear, reader urges WINDSPEAKER'S ABORIGINALITYTM Dear Editor: preserves the bear population," group are concerned that too said a fish and wildlife officer many licenses are being issued Play WINDSPEAKER'S ABORIGINALITY quiz and test your Every spring we go through from Fort Chipewyan, Alta. on and that nobody knows what knowledge of North American Native affairs. Score one point for the same ritual in the small June 18. On the contrary, fewer happens to the bear meat. each correct answer in LEVEL I, two points for correct answers in communities of Fort Fitzgerald, bears have been seen on the land An old hunter and trapper LEVEL II, and three points for correct answers in LEVEL Ill. Alta. and Fort Smith, N.W.T. corridor between Fort Fitzgerald voiced his concern and said in a Guess what? The bear baiters and Fort Smith this summer. And subdued voice, "I'm alarmed Subject: Significant Skirmishes and Standoffs come back. the question is raised: What is about the bear situation. We can't This year, the issue set off a happening to our bears? kill them all. Leave some for fu- LEVEL I rumble. Concerned citizens of Last year, Francois Paulette, ture generations to enjoy." At the 1. This lawyer was charge with contempt of court and arrested while the Salt River First Nation of a representative of the Salt present time, a petition is going represented the people involved in the Gustafsen Lake standoff Fort Smith and the Dene Nation River First Nation, appealed to around to collect signatures and in British Columbia in 1995. Band of Fort Fitzgerald op- the Alberta Department of Fish letters are being drafted up to be 2. This man was shot and killed Sept. 6, 1995 at Ipperwash Provin- posed the bear baiting outfitters and Wildlife to ban the bear sent out to the Minister of Fish cial Park during a protest over a Native burial ground located in the park. 3. This standoff lasted 78 -days and was sparked when a lodge is located in baiting, but no action was taken and Wildlife to stop the bear bait- at that town to expand a golf course onto a Alberta. by the department. The Alberta ing. a council wanted municipal northern Native sacred site. As we all know, bear baiting government allows the legal We, the people of Fort Fitz and is an inhumane way of hunting. bear baiting because it brings in Fort Smith, demand a halt to the slaughter of our bears. LEVEL II Last year's baiting created a tourist money. senseless 4. This was the location of Custer's last stand. bears are being killed for problem for Fort Fitzgerald. Some bear baiting took place Our 5. On Dec. 29, 1889, 300 Indians, including women and children, Barrels of grain were placed on land that is currently under sport and profit. Is there no end were massacred at this place by the U.S. cavalry commanded by only a few miles away from the land selection and both Native to human greed? Col. James Forsyth. The press hailed the killings as revenge for settlement without consultation bands are troubled about the sur- Please send your letter of sup - Little Bighorn. of chief and council. Two local vival of the black bear. This port to the Fort Fitzgerald and Fort 6. This rebellion resulted in the largest mass hanging in Canada's people were chased by bears at spring, the bear baiting was Smith Bear Watch Committee, Box history. the bear baiting site. At the lo- launched from Hay Camp in 1474, Ft. Smith, NT, XOE OPO. cal dump, six bear carcasses northern Alberta within the re- Help us to lobby against the LEVEL III were found last year and the gion of the Wood Buffalo Park. bear baiting. 7. This Indigenous people of Alaska waged war against the Rus- public had the misfortune of In June, the Fort Fitzgerald "In respecting all living sians and the Aleut in the late 1700s and early 1800s. They op- seeing them. The carcasses were and Fort Smith Bear Watch Com- things, I respect myself." posed the Russian -American Company's practice of hunting and left to rot and only the hides mittee was formed to lobby Thank you from the warriors fishing on their territory without permission and recruiting work- were taken. against bear baiting and trophy of the bears. ers by force. when colonists from Massachusetts Bay began "Bear Baiting is a tactic that hunting. The members of the Monika Piche 8. The war began pushing into territory claimed by these people. Soldiers from Bos- ton burned several of their villages. Tribesmen responded by raid- ing colonial settlements. In 1637, some 250 colonial soldiers joined Métis rights denied Correction with the Narragansett and Mohegan and attacked this people's The article in the October main village on Connecticut's Mystic River. More than 600 of these issue of Windspeaker titled people died during the attack and the survivors were hunted down in Alberta election "Anatomy of a labor dispute" and killed or went into slavery. uthority was incorrectly bannered un- 9. It began when four hungry Santee Sioux stole some eggs from a Métis in Alberta. I was always Dear Editor: der the heading Entertain- Acton in the Minnesota River valley. It ended with welcomed with open arms by homestead near o -Aleut presumably in- ment. This was in no way hundreds of settlers killed, 1,700 Sioux imprisoned and more than the status Indians. les all groups speaking lan- Sept. 3 was a joyous day for meant to make light of the se- 300 Sioux men condemned to death. I are others out ges that are family. These some of the Métis people [due know there rious issue of the labor con- the same e populations are proposed to the elections]. It will certainly there who were treated ditions of the Native Com- ANSWERS TO WINDSPEAKER'S ABORIGINALITY me. I encourage you to speak xnotS ata .6 7onbad eing different both linguis- be a day I'll always remember. as munications Society of the 7981 Io,Sulsudn We are being used for a g '1l8uga at ¡a 'uoltlagag 'aaux papunoM lly and genetically and the At three minutes after eight in out. N.W.T. Windspeaker aya 4saM-l1JoN aya '9 when they negotiate western . tuog8rgalit7 ex0 g'a8roa0 I e are said to be part of sepa- the morning I found out that I head count regrets any inconvenience 1' t' (ÁalpnQ)óuotpu''ztaelDaDnag will all levels of the govern- super- language families was not a Métis and my voting this error could have caused. Id in Eurasia. rights were taken away. ment. I've always been a true SCORING: On the same story, career in teaching?; 15-17 points ireenberg, et al, have arro- I've traveled extensively believer of the Métis nations. 18 points - Have you considered a - Windspeaker did not give credit be a of Aboriginal affairs; 10 to 14 points -A leader named most of us throughout Saskatchewan, Al- I've always publicly declared You must student tly to the of the article. 4 to 9 points Perhaps you're not reading Windspeaker myself to be a Métis. writer in the making; - nerinds" without, however, berta, British Columbia and the was enough; l to 3 points -You must be a cans- carrying member Gerry Plante Windspeaker's contributor carefully ing us the land of United States and was never Roy Dahl. Again the paper of the Reform Party of Canada. Edson, Alta. nerindia" (as noted). We still treated the way I was by the apologizes for this omission. Source: Reader's Digest, Through Indian Eyes C1996 Debora Lockyer not have the name of the anent America even 10,000 0,000 years before any Eu- sans came here! Nor are we e asked for any alternative OTTER res of our own choosing. It we, in turn, speak of WTR vOUVE SEEN Tilt AD rcans" now? Shall we write EXCUSE. ME SIR... CAN I GET OTTER.WHATS ut "Eurcans" (European All 1t4E SMAII BILLS "IMAGE 15 EVERYTHING..,. radians) or "Francans" THOSE IN SMAII BILLS, PLEASE ncophone Canadians)? And WNy NAT A SIMPLE kiELI.TAIS FAT WAIIET can simply call Europeans r BALK ros" or better yet "Yuros." TEN DOIIAR ßtL1 ? (Ñ POLKET 3y I a Yupik the way, asked DOES WONDERS f OR MNI )lar what we should call the ing Sea and he said IMAGE.. ,akpik" (ee- maak -pik) with first "k" pronounced like a ) :oral German or Scotch "ch ". -leans the "Big Container" is their name for the Bering IIVd11u1 iP!alll_..: Jl 1U1111111111t11

. So now we can speak of the tkpik Route and Imakpikia Ii1ll11IhA :ead of Beringia! it time throw ARE NO SON... NO MORE CAND'1..OR [sri t to off the IT EXUDES A \RST-( ASS IN SEE.. PEOPLE nes of colonialism and to in- l0 MONO 'IDU'R TURN OUT LIKE THAT that Indigenous peoples be PE RSONAUTt. SOMEONE ATTRACTED tied as human beings wor- M`I BACK POLKET KID WITH BIG of respect? Perhaps we need WITH INFLUENCE AND AND ename our reservations, our BUSINESSLIKE NATJRE IS MY SIGNAL.. ins, our tribes (as the Ho- unk Nation has done) and n rename the languages, ar- ,ological sites, and moun- ts and rivers. Maybe that will p to give Native people a se once again of being in itrol of their own destiny. i (il 111I11111G 111111 I HMI llillill I !Ihid (Professor Forbes is the author ...4111.0I). Dnly Approved Indians, umbus and other cannibals, deans and Native Americans By Karl Terry I other books) PAGE 8, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER ALVA Eaucat7o.. AVA Entertain 461°(-Nindian Radio series begins John Abbott College offers The Dead Dog Café Comed Country episode series about an Abo 10:.30 a.m. on CBC Radio's h Author Thomas King, OE Community Events program to Inuit students the Dead Dog Café one day Bear (Floyd Favel) hunched By Hélèna Katz was moved over Friendly Bear has got his ov, To include your event in this calendar, please call Windspeaker Contributor to John Abbott 'Our approach is not to convince students No practical advice from Carolyn at (403) 455 -2700 or 1- 800 -661 -5469 or and revamped to to come here. We try to facilitate it.' etor Gracie Heavy Hand (E include academic such regular radio features a fax: (403) 455 -7639 or Email: edwind @ammsa.com to im- - Program consultant MONTREAL support Bear's Blackout Bingo game, v prove students' John McMann number every week for liste S.A.S.H.A. SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS HEALING Although Christine language and Each week brings a speci ANNONYMOUS 12 STEP PROGRAM FOR WOMEN Nakoolak, 21, has an older study skills. That boosted the skills the students need to pass Alex Janvier and actors Tom Weekly meetings, Edmonton (403) 496 -5866 brother and sister, the Kuujjuaq success rate to about 75 per cent. their regular psychology course. the Café to answer the probi resident is the first one in her Not everyone completes their They also take humanities, INDIAN NATIONAL FINALS RODEO family to come south for a post- college diploma, but more stu- physical education and an Eng- Performing from dowt 31- November 4, 1996 Saskatoon (306) 938 -7800 October secondary education. dents are finishing the courses lish class for Inuit students only The Kahurangi Maori L to After finishing her diploma they sign up for. And that's "that allows them develop perform every Friday and S FEDERATED SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN NATION'S 50TH McMann said. language skills in a comfortable, in commerce and business ad- what's important, day dinner performances c ANNIVERSARY COMPETITION POWWOW ministration at Montreal's John Contact with the program non -threatening environment," New Year's day, in the Cro', November 1 -2, 1996 Saskatoon (306) 665 -1215 Abbott College, she plans to starts when three social counsel- McMann said. Their fifth class Hotel in Calgary. head to university. Nakoolak lors visit Inuit villages to inter- is a non -credit life skills course FEDERATED COLLEGE YOUTH For the Maori people, n SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN wants to get a job managing a view potential students who are which focuses on time and CONFERENCE through their distinctive m WRITERS local organization back home. interested in coming south to stress management. November 2 -3, 1996 Prince Albert, Sask. (306) 779 -6237/6110 their warrior tradition and t She is one of about 30 Inuit study. They look at their lan- During the winter session, influence of European culti level ability to students take history of Western ATONEMENT HOME PROGRAMS, FRANCISCAN SISTERS students to attend the college guage and their Traditional Maori music to it, BENEVOLENT SOCIETY, 3RD ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF in the Montreal suburb of Ste - adapt to life in a big city. civilization and an adjunct Action songs are performe< OUR FUTURE "CHILDREN HELPING CHILDREN" Anne-de- Bellevue and partici- "Our approach is not to con- physical education, humanities language. Waiata and Haka November 3, 1996 Edmonton (403) 422 -7263 pate in a special academic pro- vince students to come here. We and a course of their choice. Waiata are most commonly gram. try to facilitate it," McMann ex- "We're pulling away so that Haka are wardances. Thesn ABORIGINAL YOUTH JUSTICE SYMPOSIUM Offered by the Kativik School plained. "Most families in the by the end of the second semes- were used to literally insult November 4, 1996 Winnipeg (204) 586 -8441 Board, the program helps stu- north encourage our students to ter they're regular students and All dinner show perfor dents make the transition from a come and are proud of them that the gap has been closed. p.m. Tickets and advance NATIONAL CONSULTATION OF INTERJURISDICTIONAL small Inuit community where when they graduate." That's our objective," McMann (403) 261 -3022. COORDINATION OF ABORIGINAL HIV /AIDS SERVICES English is a second language to a In early August, about 23 explained. November 6-8, 1996 Halifax 1- 800 -325 -3535 sprawling, predominantly white students came down to partici- Nakoolak admitted that urban environment. pate in a two -week college adapting to the hustle and bus- 4TH CANADIAN ABORIGINAL CONFERENCE ON When students began study- preparation course which fo- tle of life in Montreal's suburbs HIV /AIDS AND RELATED ISSUES ing in the south in 1980, the cused on language and study and the peer pressure of a col- November9 -12, Halifax 1- 800 -565 -4255 school board offered them social skills. lege environment hasn't been support to get settled into the "It allows students to get easy. feet wet," McMann said. "When you're going out to a THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA - CULTURAL community. their CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP "The academic side was left By the end of the test run, bar, you have to dress a certain November 11 -15, 1996 Lake Tahoe, Nevada within the realm of the college most students decide to stay, but way to enter," the quiet student 1- 800 -522 -0772 Ext.4127 but our success rate was low," every year, a few go home be- said over a spaghetti dinner. "I said program consultant John cause they don't think they're don't wear makeup. I don't give THE ANNUAL ALL CHIEFS' OIL AND GAS CONFERENCE McMann. ready yet. a hoot what I look like." November 14-15, 1996 Calgary (403) 435 -1730 (Edmonton office) Most students had learned Those who do tough it out It took time, but she found a English as a second language, and stay have a special support way to bridge the gap between ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS AND PREGNANCY yet classes were being taught as program consisting of five her life back home and the one November 14- 16,1996 Vancouver (605) 822 -4965 if it were their mother tongue. courses. They take an introduc- at school in the south. She found First -year students passed only tory psychology course and an a space she could call her own. THE MANITOBA MINING & MINERALS CONVENTION '96 25 to 30 per cent of the courses adjunct, in which a John Abbott "I realized I have my own November 14- 16,1996 Winnipeg 1- 800 -223 -5212 they signed up for. English teacher focuses on the pace and it doesn't have to suit Six years ago, the program language, vocabulary and study anybody." 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Deposits ana interest are f0O% guaranteed oy the Prerifl, of Abseils n Alberta Treasury Branches 1164 Guaranteed Financial Services WINDSPEAKER, NOVEMBER 1996, PAGE 9 /VIA Entertainment In Brief Tobacco or not tobacco Radio series begins In this on -going battle be- The Dead Dog Café Comedy Hour, Thomas King's hilarious six - tween the tobacco companies offers episode series about an Aboriginal radio show, begins Oct. 29 at and the federal government, by- 10:30 a.m. on CBC Radio's Morningside. there are, as usual, innocent Drew Hayden Author Thomas King, playing the role of Tom King, steps into standers trying to survive what dents the Dead Dog Café one day and finds his friend Jasper Friendly I call the funding wars. Bear (Floyd Favel) hunched over a pile of electronic equipment. As artistic director of Cana- Taylor Friendly Bear has got his own radio show. da's only professional Native of to convince students No practical advice from King, or prodding from Café propri- theatre company, I admit it. Rain), can prevent the airing of I'm puzzled, baffled, dare I ry to facilitate it.' etor Gracie Heavy Hand (Edna such regular radio features as Aboriginal Decorating Tips or Friendly say, perplexed by the logic be- Program consultant Bingo game, where the host calls out the same first hind the federal government's Bear's Blackout spice in a dish or recipe that John McMann number every week for listeners who tune in late. slashing of the cultural and be. But if these companies the corn - could, potentially cause botu- Each week brings a special guest, like artists Jane Ash Poitras,' arts budget, then telling us to want to put back into they have taken lism, salmonella, and other the students need to pass Alex Janvier and actors Torn Jackson and Thomson Highway, into seek private sector money, munities what I urge and congratu- forms of food poisoning? Do we regular psychology course. the Café to answer the probing question: "What else do you do ?" then penalizing us for finding out, must Chrétien and late their philanthropy. kiss any potential grants from ley also take humanities, it. Perhaps and the an Eng- Marleau were bitten by artists The federal government food conglomerates ical education and Performing from down under spice industry goodbye? See for Inuit students only Maori Dance Theatre Of New Zealand will as children. I don't know. That also sets a dangerous prec- lass The Kahurangi what I mean. It could get nasty. them to develop Friday and Saturday during December, plus holi- might explain their animosity. edent. What if we, as an arts allows perform every a Pretty soon we as a Native in a comfortable, on Boxing Day, New Year's eve and As a Native person, I am a organization, should receive rage skills day dinner performances or theatre company would be pro- environment," in the Crowchild Room at the Howard Johnson little uncomfortable with being grant from, say, a lumber threatening New Year's day, that gets their hibited from accepting any rev- ann said. Their fifth class in told how, where, and when I paper company Hotel Calgary. from the cedar tree? enue gleaned from these four on-credit life skills course For the Maori people, music and dance are inseparable. It is may or may not utilize profit or resources reflect Do you know how many peo- sacred herbs. A little paranoid h focuses on time and through their distinctive musical tradition that the Maori take advantage of a substance, if as the from a sub- ple are injured each year in the and far- fetched perhaps, but ; management. their warrior tradition and their intense spirituality, as well or revenue derived States (using the government lumber -related industry? a country like the United uring the winter session, influence of European culture. stance ketchup as a vegeta- songs" and chants. vernacular), that Native people They wrap cigarettes up in can classify ails take history of Western Traditional Maori music includes "action for school lunch pro- as a form of sign Tobacco is one of paper, don't they? Do you ble their zation and an adjunct to it, Action songs are performed with hand gestures hold sacred. the Liberals are capable styles of chants. four sacred plants given to know how many slivers a gram, ical education, humanities language. Waiata and Haka are the two traditional the anything. in welcome ceremonies. us by the Creator, the others be- plank of cedar gives off? It is of a course of their choice. Waiata are most commonly used today Ironically, Native Earth Per- battle situation and cedar, sage and sweetgrass. conceivable that cedar, some- Ne're pulling away so that Haka are wardances. These are derive from ing forming Arts may have to get off" enemies. What white people have day, might be considered a e end of the second semes- were used to literally insult or "scare There into the cigarette smuggling in- teÿ re regular students and show performances begin at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 done with tobacco is their dangerous product. All dinner that grant. dustry just to keep up with the the gap has been closed. p.m. 'Tickets and advance reservations are available by calling business. I am not a smoker, goes never will What if sage is used as a cuts. Life is truly a circle. 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S YrnrcrudeingCanada rnergpFuWre PAGEATATA 10, NOVEMBER 1 996, WINDSPEAKER Entertainment AVAVA ATA Something here for everyone Assembly of First Nations Keeler's "Pine Ridge ", Bob High Ballin Wiseman's "Response of a Built For Comfort Blues Band promotes Native culture Lakota Woman to FBI Intimida- Blue Wave, 1996 REVIEW By (Bastien) Delisle endeavor. This year, Canadian Jim Cuddy's "Smok- Matt and Mark Tarbell of Louise tion" and International's regional partner ing are just some of the Akwesasne play the Delta blues Windspeaker Contributor Gun" Inter- Canadien covered Buffy related tracks donated to the al- as if they grew up in Missis- By Brian Wright- McLeod Sainte-Marie's traveling ex- bum designed to assist the legal sippi. Their second album, com- Windspeaker Contributor penses. But the newest finan- and international work carried plete with a new rhythm sec- QUEBEC cial is AFN. out by the defense committee. tion, kicks out smokin' har- contributor the This is the Mamu Native AFN's main purpose, wher- This is not an opportunis- monica, guitar and gutsy vocals Pine Ridge, An Open Letter Music Festival's fourth year ever the organization exists in tic piece of romanticist exploi- of covers and originals. The duo To Allan Rock it proudly ac- Canada, is usually political. To tation, but a much needed ef- is known mostly in their own and, this time, Various the Regional Ghislain Picard, fort taken up by a concerned region with little exposure out- knowledged the support of Chief Warner, 1996 , Assembly First of this direction for the or- artist who looks to a more just side the New York State, south- of Nations new Quebec and Labrador. The ganization is a refreshing Initiated by the need to right society for all. Contact: ern Ontario and Quebec areas. Warner Music, Canada or a For blues fans and supporters of theme of this year's festival was change. an incredible wrong done to, not "Une note d'espoir" which The assembly's involve- activ- record store near you. the Native music scene, BFC is only an Indigenous rights translates into "a note of hope." ment in cultural affairs is the convicted of a crime one tiger to catch by the tail. ist wrongly Competitions were held result of a new, unwritten he did not commit, but to all In- Tribal Voice, Songs From Blue Wave Records, 3221 over a whole weekend, October policy. For such things, Picard digenous people of North Native Americans Perryville Rd., Baldwinsville, 11 to 13, in Quebec City. Semi- relies on his instinct. He had America, Blue Rodeo's Greg Various NY 13027. (315) 638 -4238 /fax: finals took place on Friday and a feeling the assembly should Geneviève Mckenzie (I Keeler assembled a formidable EarthBeat, 1996 (315) 635 -4757. Saturday evenings at a local diversify. 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The assembly mittee (Canada). of the 49th parallel is a refresh- third circle is comprised of the Capitole.Awards Picard wants the as during the first part of the was to collect an equal Pine Ridge, An Open Letter To ing approach that harkens more women singers who stand be- to encourage young pet evening. A stunning perform- amount. It so by ap- Allan Rock is a 17 -track compi- to the traditional values of hind the men seated at the drum, did Native music festival fits ance by Buffy Sainte -Marie proaching tribal and band lation made up of submissions honoring relations. Performers the fourth circle is the nation - nicely. He also feels that from musicians such as Jane include traditional singer hence the title for Sissy's album. capped it off. Rock music with councils in the AFN's Quebec izing Native arts should lyrics in Native Labrador region. Siberry, Sarah McLachlan and Quiltman, Walela and Rita From a traditional Lakota wom- languages was and Most left to Hydro -Québec author Michael Ondaatje on Coolidge, Kevin Locke, Sharon an's perspective of song and the style of choice at Mamu, but responded favorably. even though the corn all genres The Native in general, what amounts to a musical pe- Burch, Joe Fire Crow, Ulali, Jerry voice, the album offers tradi- were welcome. people, support is greatly apprE free tition. It protests the violations Alfred, Joanne Shenandoah, tional songs and those embel- purpose was expression. are exasperated. Picard sus- Mamu Native Musii of judicial proceedings and ex- Sissy Goodhouse, Six Nations lished with nuances and sounds Mamu is an Innu word that pects it is harder for Native val is open to all Nath tradition treaties between Women Singers and others. A of nature. Proceeds of the album means together. La Corporation youth to vent such frustration. ple in Quebec. 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But the newest finan- Literature Even for a subject such as Italian the initial essay "Native Ameri- ontributor is the AFN. Ed. by Andrew Wiget literature, which is in one lan- can Oral Literature: A Critical s main purpose, wher- 598 pages, Garland guage and has been researched Orientation," editor Andrew he organization exists in New York, $22.95 (U.S., pb.) for nearly one thousand years Wiget begins one sentence with ia, is usually political. To and has had no overwhelming "If it is true that," then con- nal Chief Ghislain Picard, By R John Hayes non -Italian interference. Native cludes "In short, evaluation is a yew direction for the or- Windspeaker Staff Writer literature is none of these, and the two -way street." It is, if it is true ation is a refreshing book bites off more than it can that.... ;e. chew. It's not that this book is not It will also be difficult for the le assembly's involve - Beware the "authoritative authoritative and another is. It's non-academic to pick out theo- in cultural affairs is the guide" to what is largely terra that it may be 50 years too early retical from proven ideas. In the t of a new, unwritten incognita, which is what Euro- for any book to claim that kind same essay, many experts ,. For such things, Picard pean maps of the 16th century of authority, and it may never be would disagree with any state- on his instinct. He had Suzanne Régis labeled the unexplored areas of possible for a small paperback to ment framed around "such a ing the assembly should Geneviève Mckenzie (Shanipiap), Wendake, originally from the world - Africa, Asia, the contain more than a bare outline statement is no longer possible sify. Therefore, when Schefferville, Que. won the Jury's Award at the fourth Americas. One would think that of Native American literature. ... since the deconstruction of u approached him, he annual Mamu Native Music Festival. the authors and editor of a book The arguments in the first aesthetic programs ... has been responsive. They were so aware of Eurofallacy as those section are simply confusing, well established." It, simply, has g on him to help with a of Handbook of Native American flawed and, in the final analy- not been. In short, don't believe raising campaign. Hy- Native culture promoted Literature would be especially sis, useless, even for the aca- everything in the book. wary of repeating that most demics by and for whom they financial contribution from p. 10) The flaws of the writers (continued communities, one Wendat overarching fallacy: pretending are written. Essay $15,000. The assembly Picard wants the assembly and one Inuit (or Inuk). after essay should not overshadow, how- to know too much. But, as is oft sets up straw men and then de- to collect an equal to encourage young people. A Mostly, contestants were ever, the vast amount of infor- repeated, but perhaps not oft lights in cutting them down. mation in ant. It did so by ap- Native music festival fits the bill Montagnais -lnnu, from a va- contained the latter enough in academic circles, This is an (admittedly parts Handbook. ching tribal and band nicely. He also feels that patron- riety of Quebec and Labrador of the Although "pride goeth before a fall." Eurocentric) idea that it incomplete cils in the AFN's Quebec izing Native arts should not be communities. doesn't - Archie Belaney The Handbook is an anthol- solve much to set up an argu- (a.k.a. Grey has Labrador region. Most left to Hydro -Québec alone, Mamu's board of directors Owl) to be men- ogy of academic essays about ment that nobody would really tioned; George Ryga ended favorably. even though the company's is looking at various ways to ought to Native American literature. It is make and then defeat it. It's like be; get an 11 ative people, in general, support is greatly appreciated. improve these nations' repre- Canadians -page divided into three sections a karate expert taking on a xasperated. Picard sus - Mamu Native Music Festi- sentation in future years. - section; while (interestingly) the second and,.third of which pumpkin. Come one, graduate editor Wiget racks up 11 it is harder for Native val is open to all Native peo- They are considering holding entries are the most useful. They in- to wood. in the index the book is in 1 to vent such frustration. ple in Quebec. Yet, only four regional semi- finals in the - h clude Native writings before The emphasis throughout is many ways a massive work of suicides which plague of Quebec's 11 Aboriginal na- Abitibi region, the Gaspé pe- 1967 and Native writings after on avoidance of "Euroamerican scholarship. It is a good e communities could be tions were represented this ninsula and This may and use- others. that date, and are largely short aesthetic values," as they de- ful starting point for further nanifestation of this sorry year. There were contestants help counter the problem of articles describing Native writ- scribe them, but the underlying work on American Aboriginal of affairs. from all three Atikamekw expensive transportation. Native culture promoted p. 11) ers and their writings. rationale of those values is not literature, both written and oral.

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(continued from page 14) Most of the people, perhaps all of them to some extent, are dealing, according to Scott, with paling centre post- trauma stress syndrome. Using a variety of psychological, holistic, modem and traditional methods, families are helped to cope with the deep spiritual cri- n see more clearly now. I know I have a long way ses in individuals, families and is that it's been like someone ripped out my eyes communities brought about as a ff them and gave me back my soul and identity.' result of the loss of traditional Bill values and customs. - On Dec. 22, 1992, the - Gwich'in Land Claim Settlement Act, which gave effect to the Gwich'in agreement, was given royal assent and passed into law. Negotiated separately with the Government of Canada, the land claim covers more than 24,500 sq. The TI'oondih camp km plus $75 million. The North- consists of a central west Territories Gwich'in bor- building, a kitchen rowed against that claim to build facility and nine staff the healing camp. The Gwich'in and client cabins. Tribal Council is comprised of representatives from four N.W.T. communities: Fort McPherson, Inuvik, Tsiigehtchic and Aklavik. Smith is positive that the Tl'oondih camp and program can help the troubled people of the area lift themselves back into the role of healthy contributors to their communities and their families. With adequate government funding," he said "we're talking about 20 years of work because families have been completely destroyed. We're not here to try to solve the problems so much as to help people understand why they have the problems, and to help them deal with them." The first program was held in April 1995, and staff estimate that at least seven 35 -day programs will be held each year. There's already evidence that the program is being successful: the chil- dren of the families who participate in this process are already doing much better in school and have become less dependent on the social system. "It is believed this healing process will enable families to become Staff and clients at the TI'oondih camp work together to come to terms more independent," explained a program pamphlet, "weaning them with the traumas that lead them to substance abuse or violence. from a system which has kept them dependent for a long, long time."

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to PROSPERITY! The TI'oondih Healing Society is committed to assisting individuals and families to begin the healing process that will enable them to take control of their own lives. Cowing Inuvik and the Delta since 1969, Mack The TI'oondih Healing Society is very proud of the TI'oondih Travel believes in the great potential of the Healing Camp and the important work being done there. peoples of the North. As a service provider to the Gwich'in Tribal Council, we are proud to be a part of Windspeaker's national profile on the We fully encourage active support for this and other projects of 71'oondth Healing Society. Its kind elsewhere. We are committed to the mutual growth and The family program at TI'oondih has proven to be effective and prosperity of all Northern peoples. Development the TI'oondih Healing Society wishes to encourage all those who of healthy Northern communities will add to the mix culture and herson in the foothills of are confronting an emotional or spiritual crisis that causes use growth of the tremendous of opportunity throughout the Western Arctic and ace of the TI'oondih camp and abuse to seek out this and other services. ser to home and the land. across Canada.

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We are located in the City of Calgary at a confidential OTTAWA their partners and families with the statement's recommenda- WHAT WE OFFER address. We offer a holistic approach to healing Our mailing address is: respect to alcohol intake during tions are based on the fact that that includes traditional Native Bar 6084, Calgary South Postal Outlet Canada's Health Minister pregnancy," said Dingwall. "the prudent choice for women spirituality concepts and ceremonies, Calgary, Alberto T2H 2L3 David Dingwall and the Presi- "This statement addresses who are or may become pregnant and emphasizes the role of Elders in Please call (403) 531 -1970 or fax us at dent of the Canadian Paediatric alcohol abuse issues and reflects is to abstain from alcohol." the development. (403) 531 -1977 for more information. Society, Dr. Pierre Beaudry, re- the priority that Health Canada "The Canadian Paediatric So- leased on Oct. 18 a joint state- places on healthy child devel- ciety is delighted to have coordi- ment on the prevention of Fetal opment as a key determinant of nated the efforts of many organi- Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and health," said the minister. zations that helped to develop Let's make our community a better place to live. Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE) in Nineteen national associa- this joint statement," said We pledge our support and we need your help. Canada. This will help health tions representing medical, Beaudry. "We strongly urge professionals reduce the risk of nursing and midwifery disci- health care professionals who FAS and FAE in the country. plines, Aboriginal and multi- work with expectant parents to "FAS has been widely recog- cultural groups, and other or- use the recommendations to help nized in Canada as one of the ganizations known for their ex- convey the message about FAS Alberta leading causes of preventable tensive work in the area of FAS, and FAE. We hope these recom- birth defects and developmen- developed and support the joint mendations will establish the tal delay in children. The joint statement on the prevention of standard of practice in Canada." Indian statement provides relevant and FAS and FAE. Copies of the joint statement factual information to give As there is no definitive infor- are available from the Publica- K Health health professionals in the treat- mation regarding a safe quantity tions Unit, Health Canada at ment and counseling of women, of alcohol use during pregnancy, (613) 954-5995. Care Mothers put babies at risk Commission Alcohol and tht unborn tal exposure to alcohol, but only reduce the incidents of FAS and child don't mix. some FAS characteristics. FAE. These include: Suite 1370, First Edmonton Place There is much effort by It is estimated that one to -sponsoring the 1992 Sympo- 10665 Jasper Avenue, health authorities being put into three children in every 1,000 in sium on FAS /FAE held in Van- Edmonton, Alberta raising the awareness of this industrialized countries will be couver; T5J 3S9 message. born with FAS. The rate may be -integrating FAS and FAE Ph: (403) 426 -1213 Fax: (403) 425 -6436 Tsuu Tina Spirit Ilea The following is some back- several times higher for chil- prevention strategies into exist- The Lodge is a 15 -bed ground that might help you or dren born with possible FAE. ing programs within Health and females on an aftercare someone you know produce a There are no statistics regarding Canada's broader work around particular program is desigr happy, healthy child, free from the extent of FAS /FAE in children and families and sub- in their continued sobriety, the effects of Alcohol: Canada. stance abuse; Self-confidence recognized residential treat Fetal Alcohol Syndrome As there is no definitive in- -producing and distributing The services are main! (FAS), is a medical diagnosis formation regarding a safe public awareness materials such sessions such as lifeskills a that refers to a means that you set of alcohol -re- quantity of alcohol use during as the pamphlet "Alcohol and courses, that provide client lated disabilities associated with pregnancy, the recommenda- Pregnancy" and a video enti- behavior and attitudes to bs the use of alcohol during preg- tion is that "the prudent choice tled, "Un drame evitable"; depend on and in the man nancy. responsibly for women who are or may be- -funding a working group to FAS is personal affairs. The durati the leading cause of come pregnant is to abstain develop a health providers' yourself, aftercare will depend in par development delay in Canada from alcohol." manual FAS you have on /FAE for Abo- needs of the individual. and North America. In addition, However, health profes- riginal communities; and, Admission Requirements FAS children may suffer from a sionals should inform women -co- funding, with the Asso- no need for drugs Person with a desire fc variety of physical and who have consumed small ciation of Canadian Distillers free alcohol behavioral effects. One -fifth of amounts of alcohol occasionally and the Brewers' Association lifestyle, of FAS children Person who has compi have difficulty during pregnancy that the risk of Canada, a national informa- and alcohol. sleeping progi and are hyperactive. is likely minimal. Health profes- tion service resource centre on 28 -day treatment Many have severe learning dis- sionals should inform mothers FAS /FAE, which is located Person that does not n abilities and are often dyslexic. that stopping anytime will have with the Canadian Centre on psychiatric treatment Congenital heart problems are benefits for both fetus and Substance Abuse. Person 16 years or ovf more common than in normal mother. This service, made accessi- RED CROW babies, as are genital- urinary In June1992, the Standing ble by a 1 -800 number (1 -800- Sarcee Outreach /Ou problems. There is an increased Committee on Health and Wel- 559- 4514), was implemented The Outpatient provide incidence of spina bifida, hip fare, Social Affairs, Seniors and in April, 1994 and provides COMMUNITY COLLEGE dential counselling and ed. dislocation and delayed skeletai the Status of Women released its links to support groups, pre- maturation. report, "Fetal Alcohol Syn- vention projects and experts Possible fetal alcohol et- drome, A Preventable Tragedy". on FAS /FAE. eeleFvraten, mot utiue?4aauy fects (FAE) l aa / indicates that alco- Since then, Health Canada has Clients include caregivers, hol is being considered as one undertaken a number of activi- educators, health profession- of the possible causes of a child's ties to assist health care profes- als, researchers, members of Cardston, Alberta birth defects. This term is used sionals identify and implement the legal community and the Tel: (403) 737 -2400 Fax: (403) 737 -2361 to describe children with prena- preventive strategies that will general public. &TA AVAVA Drug and Alcohol WINDSPEAKER,AVAVA NOVEMBER 1996, PAGE 17 er We Support Drug & Alcohol Awareness Week The centre is a 24 bed residential facility for both female and male clientele age 18 years and over who are Funding cut ng currently experiencing chemical dependency problems. By R John Hayes funding because federal au- on LOCATION: Windspeaker Staff Writer thorities felt that the program Psychology" The centre is located two miles north and four miles west of Cardston, Alberta on the BLOOD INDIAN was very positive, so it has been RESERVE. The location has accessibility to hospitals, churches, shopping facilities, restaurants, and various given a three -year weaning pe- recreational facilities. ST. ALBERT, Alta. riod or sunset clause, during 59 -9544 which time the funding will be TREATMENT SERVIfFS: Within three years, National progressively cut, eventually to St. Paul Treatment Centre is a non -medical 35 day comprehensive residential program to assist the client Addictions Awareness Week zero. Nechi therefore has three in his /her recovery. The Personal Development Program is where the person learns about the nature of (NAAW) organizers expect the years in which to replace the addictions; the signs, symptoms, and effects and how these bear upon their lives. They may learn through program to have gone cold tut government funding with listening, lectures, reading, watching Audio-visuals, discussions and examining at great lengths how alcohol/ key on government funding. By money from other sources. IVE WOMEN'S drugs have affected them. that time, two funding programs "The first six months of the SOCIETY Treatment is designed to get the client to start dealing with hard -core issues that are the reasons for their -one dealing with First Nations year [1997], we're going to social/family dysfunctions. A health & fitness program designed for each client may include weight loss, on- reserve and Inuit communi- strategize," Mayo said. "This South Postal Outlet increased physical fitness, disease prevention and management of other health related problems. Referrals ties and the other with off -reserve year, we decided to give every- me: 531 -1970 are encouraged to assist the client for on -going therapy after treatment. Aboriginal and non -Aboriginal one notice, and to use the three - corn- year >mmunity responsibility. communities - will be sunset clause to approach FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: pletely discontinued. Organizers individuals and corporations for lER SERVICES St. Paul Treatment Centre, Box 179, Cardston, Alberta TOK 0KO sent out an open letter in late sponsorship. We've experi- h services are available to Phone: (403) 737 -3757 Fax: (403) 737 -2811 August detailing the cuts and mented with some services for a who do not reside in the strategies to keep the program fee, but no decisions have been Support groups are run on a alive in the face of them. made. We will strongly support rase. The core funding for the the materials continuing to be DING SOURCES week has already been drasti- available but some may necessar- presently funded by Alberta cally cut, with the latter pro- ily be on a fee -for -service basis. nd Social Services, United Way gram cut to zero for the fiscal "The sunset clause, which ary, Family and Community year 1996 -97. The on- reserve has been agreed to by all nine Services, and private donations. and Inuit program will be cut by regions, will allow NAAW to orated in the City of Calgary at Choosing a 10 per cent in 1996 -97, 33 per keep going while negotiating ential address. cent in 1997 -98, 50 per cent in with the provinces and regional ling address is: 1998 -99 and completely discon- offices to see if they can contrib- 084, Calgary South Postal Outlet Healthy Lifestyle pry, Alberta T2H 2L3 tinued the following year. ute to the continuation of all (403) 531 -1970 or fax us at Week organizers have made NAAW," she continued. "The 31 -1977 for more information. some difficult decisions to keep National Native Role Model is BetterforYou the program alive. While mate- Program is in the same situa- rials will be provided to all at no tion. The reality is that the fed - cost for the 1996 campaign, eralgovemmentisfacingbroad .t1er place to live. and l hose which runs up to the week of funding cuts." Nov. 17 to 23, materials for next Those funding cuts have hit e need your help. year's campaign will be pro- NAAW's other component vided gratis only to on -reserve more severely. The funding for Around You. communities and Inuit commu- off- reserve and non -Aboriginal nities;off- reserve Aboriginal and communities has been cut to

non -Aboriginal communities zero this year, but it came from Please Don't will have to pay for them in 1997. a different source. "We've outlined the worst "That funding came from case scenario in the letter," said Canada's Drug Strategy and the < Louise Mayo, assistant director Tobacco Demand Reduction :<. i:[`':: Abuse Alcohol ...,...v.._ of the Nechi Institute responsi- Strategy," Mayo said, "and it's ble for their health promotions been re- filtered into a new de- and Drugs. and publications division, "and partment called Population it may be that, with corporate Health. We've had an almost sponsorship or donations, we even balance between on -re- r won't have to charge them fully serve and off -reserve services, ssion for the material, but we couldn't but the funding to off -reserve count on that, and still can't." has always been on a year -to- onton Place Mayo holds out hope that year basis. We've been unsuc- Tsuu Tina Nation corporations will step up when cessful in getting a continuation revue, they're needed. in the funding. " T5J 3S9 "Join the Circle" "One of the realities that ' This in spite of other federal (403) Tsuu Tina Spirit Healing Lodge we're faced with - along with agencies going out of their bu- 425 -6436 of agencies is reaucratic way to help out, in The Lodge is a 15 -bed residence for males related to the abuse of alcohol and drugs. dozens other - Health Canada, from terms of support and efforts to and females on an aftercare program. This The services are varied and include a full that whom we've received funding secure better funding. particular program is designed to support persons range of individual and group counselling, and for the last eight years, is going "This year - they, too, have in a and leisure activities. Personal -confidence their continued sobriety, upon discharge from recreation through a decentralization," seen the tremendous impact recognized residential treatment program. inquires are welcome without obligation. Mayo said. "More authority is that NAAW has had - the fed - The services are mainly occupational therapy Services: going to the regional and pro- eral government has been terri- ns that you sessions such as lifeskills and pre -employment Individual Counselling vincial levels, and national pro- bly supportive," Màyo said. courses, that provide clients with problem -solving Family Counselling grams are going to have to ne- "They haven' t been making this epend on behavior and attitudes to be used appropriately Positive Referrals gotiate with each of them for an us- against -them situation. and responsibly in the management of their Home Visits funding in the future." It's been very positive in that personal affairs. The duration of the time in Programs: The National Addictions they've given us time to react if, you have aftercare will depend in part on the progress and Group Therapy Session Awareness Week has dodged an and maybe solve the problems needs of the individual. Community Social Functions immediate and complete cut to we have with funding. ' eed drugs Admission Requirements: Youth Group Activities for Person with a desire for productive Community Information Programs lifestyle, free of alcohol and drugs Culture nd alcohol. Person who has completed a Tsuu Tina Nation KAPOWN CENTRE 28 -day treatment program Person that does not require Spirit Healing Lodge Rehabilitation & Treatment Centre psychiatric treatment Box 101, Person 16 years or over services directed 3700 Anderson Road S.W. Chemical dependency treatment OW Calgary, Alberta T2W 3C4 toward people 16 years of age and older Sarcee Outreach /Outpatient Service Minimum 6 week residential program people with confi- gr (403) 281 -6866 :;OLLEGE The Outpatient provides "Total Person" Concept utilized dential counselling and education programs Fax: (403) 238 -0995 24 hour in- patient care Continuous intake AoittteWeifttfr Reaching 60,O00+ readers P.O. Box 40 Derta Grouard, Alberta TOG 1C0 :: (403) 737-2361 with every issue. (403) 751 -3921 ATATAPAGE 18, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER Family Violence AVAVA AVA' knowledge Fight abuse with Breàk,the ©ntarrC 74leíïs, How much do you know control over the victim. about family violence? The cycle WANTED OMAA offers political rep Aboriginal Co -Chair (Indian, Inuit and Metis) wh more know, the more pre- Question 3. Batterers are: you If you would like more infori pared you will be to help some- found in all races and family violence. Services for Children & Families requires a Co -Chair in Region 15. This is a form, please contact OMA' is is classes. one who being battered or Government Initiative to develop local involvement in integrated services for E, 2nd Floor, Sault abusing a family member. This mostly unemployed. Children & Families. The process began in 1995 and the window for the local Office - Tel: (705) quiz is just the tip of the iceberg mostly employed in low - Authorities to be in place is January,1998. Anyone interested in this volunteer Cochrane, Onta when it comes to information on paying jobs. Joih :the Wabigoon, Onta position may submit their name & a brief biography on their interest in the subject. mostly employed in high - O14 IA, Pepresa+ting,4 paying jobs. groWitig:circle. improving services to children, history of participation in the community, experience and knowledge of current services for children to: Question 1. Domestic violence is: Answer 3. Found in all races and assaultive behavior classes Services for Children. between adults and Perpetrators of domestic vio- Box 849, High Prairie, AB TOG 1E0 CAL -WEST INDI adolescents who are lence can be found in all age, ra- Ilifin by November 15, 1996. " Clec.7,199( intimate. cial, ethnic, cultural, socio -eco- sp-eiker For more information, call toll free found only in certain nomic, linguistic, educational, oc- 310 -0000 and ask for 324 -3246 IChief Goodst races and classes. cupational and religious groups Mort and service provid- caused by alcohol abuse. Researchers Ì all of the above. ers have found, however, that Answer 1. Assaultive behavior economic and social factors can "Country Christi between adults and adolescents have a significant impact on how Dec. 7 & 8,199( who are intimate. people respond to violent inci- JUDITH DUMONT (nee Parenteau) Sat. 1:00 p.m. & Domestic violence is not an dents and what kind of help they 7 Major Events é isolated, individual event but seek. Affluent people can afford METIS /NATIVE WOMEN SOCIETY Tickets available at 1 rather a pattern of repeated and usually seek private help, SPECTATOR PARTI PETTING behaviors that the perpetrator while people with fewer financial ZOO CONI ADULTS - $5.00 STUPE uses to gain power and control resources tend to call the police We Provide Counselling For: victim. Unlike, stranger - or other public agencies. These over the "VICTIMS VIOLENCE ", SPOUSAURELATIONSHIP 1 FREE AD to- stranger violence, in domestic agencies are often the only avail- OF violence situations the same per- able source of statistics on do- ASSAULT, SEXUAL ASSAULT OR SEXUAL ABUSE I rAMILyf Consequently, 403] petrator repeatedly assaults the mestic violence. UN same victim. These assaults are low -income people and commu- often in the form of physical in- nities of color tend to be over -rep- jury but may also be in the form resented in those figures, thereby Services available: of sexual assault, threats, isola- creating a distorted image of who One on one counselling ME tion, emotional mistreatment or suffers from and who perpetrates Outreach /Crisis Counsellor the problem. COMMUNITY economic control. Domestic vio- Group Sessions lence tends to become more fre- quent and severe over time. Of- Question 4. If you know some- Two 10 -Week structured group sessions Please note that appointer ten the perpetrator is physically one who is a victim, you should: Metis /Native Cultural Healing in the Lakeland Healtt violent infrequently, but uses demand that she leave the Punjabi Hindi, and French Interpreter available other controlling tactics on a relationship if she is still vacancy occurs. If you a daily basis. All tactics have pro- in it. Community Health Cou found effects on the victims. tell her what you would Vacancies on Commun PH: (604) 597 -4741 B. C. Free do if you were in her Services advertised if they cann Question 2. Relationships in situation. Funded by: Ministry of Education, Skills and Training applications already on fil which domestic violence may let her know that you care Ministry of Women's Equality occur include: about her, that no one Community Health Coun people Fraser Valley Aboriginal Health Council who are currently deserves to be abused help identify local health dating. and that help is available. community perspective o people who have dated. all of the above. people who are living Answer4. Let her know that you care IRKELAND Applicatioi together but are not about her, that no one deserves to be IN THE GROWING nation -wide movement toward a married. abused and that help is available. . available gay and lesbian It takes a tremendous the prevention of family violence, it is apparent to us within the relationships. amount of courage for victims that because men are often the perpetrators, they are Repeal} Health (1- 800 -81° married couples. of domestic violence to seek MEN... overlooked and likely to be ostracized from contributing Authority "Northeast former spouses. help. If you know someone to the prevention of family violence. We have a negative all of the above. who is being abused, offer her stereotyping of abusive men and are slow to understand Answer 2. All of the above. support and assistance. Begin that, unless we begin to care for our men, Domestic violence is found by expressing concern for her part we can never in all types of intimate relation- well -being and, if she is a fully solve the problem of family violence. ships. There are two essential el- mother, for the well -being of With this understanding, Eagle's Nest Family Shelter Goodm ements in every domestic vio- her children. It is also impor- decided to involve males in the prevention of family lence situation: the victim and tant for you to convey to her: the violence through employment. Since its perpetrator have of opening in been inti- that she is not alone as mil- January 1992, Eagle's Nest Family is prou( mately involved at some point lions of women just like her Shelter for battered in time, and the perpetrator con- are suffering from abuse; that women has employed men. Four of our 14 member Windspe sciously chooses to use violence the abuse and violence she solution staff are men. Three are full -time crisis counsellors and other abusive tactics to gain endures is not her fault. who work on the frontline, and one man works as the Outreach worker. The outreach worker works with the AIDS +.eá =eq FAMILY VIOLENCE perpetrators and their families, providing counselling A CRIME! in the home, support for the family, and does referrals and Pre` \. to other agencies if required. C3ff ' No one to turn to? Our philosophy for hiring men is that unless we ¡l No one to talk to? involve our men in the solutions, things would not You want the violence to end. improve. Our male staff are viewed as role models. We You are not alone. believe that it is important for women in the shelter to If you or someone you know needs help, call see that not all men are violent, and that some can be GC 403 -523 -2929 (24 hrs. /day, 7 days /week) trusted. It is our hope that women will learn that men CRISIS LINE: 403 -523 -HELP - 403 -S23 -4357 can be caring, kind, and not abusive. Our male staff also provide a sense of safety and security for our Give Your Community the The Eagle's Nest logo symbolizes a clients who fear for their lives. ADVANTAGE family of eagles representing the There are only minor disadvantages concerning male strength of the eagle and the strength staff. For example, a client may develop a crush on a HELP of the family. The logo shows THE HELPERS family male staff member but our staff are trained to unity, and that all members of the stop such Addictions/Family Violence Counsellor Training matters and we have had no major problem with this. Team Building Workshops family must be involved in preventing Program Development and Consultation family violence. Further, some clients may wish to discuss "female Crisis Intervention and Community Response problems" or are uncomfortable being counselled by a TINA FOX, CO- ORDINATOR Implementation and Development of Healing Programs man. When this happens, the male counsellors refer Eagle's Nest Shelter Training programs and workshops for staff and community members Stoney Reserve, Box 250 clients to a female counsellor. For further information call Brent at Advantage Counselling Morley, Alberta TOL 1NO To truly prevent family violence, men must be (306) 241 -0910 Tel: (403) 881 -2000 encouraged to be part of the solution. WINDSPEAKER, NOVEMBER 1996, PAGE 19 ékVA AVAVAVA AIDS AVAVAVA ©nt4raQ yf1dis, gcn4l A ssncut n E D OMAA offers political representation to Aboriginal people God, grant me serenity hair (Indian, Inuit and Metis) who do not live on reserve in Ontario. If you would like more information or a membership application I thank you once again Dear Office at; 452 Albert Street Creator for a good day. It is Na- hair in Region 15. This is a form, please contact OMAA's Head E, 2nd Floor, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6A 2J8 tional Drug and Alcohol Aware- ent in integrated services for Head Office Tel: (705) 946 -5900 Fax: (705) 946-1161 Week. Efforts are being and the window for the local ness Cochrane, Ontario Tel: (705) 272 -2562 made to create awareness of e interested in this volunteer Wabigoon, Ontario Tel: (807) 938 -1 165 how addictions impact our peo- .graphy on their interest in Ken Ward peDp e in t9ntgrio sìnee >97f. ple and the steps we are taking cipation in the community, 671414A, Representin./,Abnrigin tt to deal with those addictions. r children to: But how does it affect one :n. who has HIV or AIDS? Someone 'OG IEO CAL -WEST INDOOR RODEO SERIES who struggles with additions? 6. Dec.7,1996 to May 4, 1997 ;I, I remember all those years of ." the booze and drug thing. toll free _* Chief Goodetoney Rodeo Centre doing have this illness), I realized that responsible decision. -3246 t_ I made false claims of superior- I had to take the risk once again. I can only hope the treatment Morley, Alberta ity. And when I had too much, I recognized that I would blame centers become more of a player. Presents the suicide feelings came. the Creator for my hurts, just to With their positive influences it "Country Christmas Rodeo Weekends" Yes, I went to the treatment tear them away from me. This would certainly have a brighter centers... got away from the was a false accusation. One I impact on HIV and AIDS and oDec. 7 & 8,1996 and Dec. 28 & 29, 1996 party circles... attempted to chose to use throughout the addictions efforts. sat. 1:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Sun. 1:00 p.m. 00 sober or straighten up. But years of my addictions. Remember, be it traditional ?au) 7 Major Events 2 Junior Events: 55R & JBR I came home, I fell right peace or non -traditional medicines Tickets available at Ticket Master (403) 777 -0000 when Making and asking ETY Noth- to help SPECTATOR PARTICIPATION FACE PAINTING back into the old scene. forgiveness from the Creator that you are trying use to PETTING ZOO CONCESSIONS ENTERTAINMENT ing changed. Why? was my salvation, as I was the heal yourself, these chemicals HIV ADULTS - $5.00 STUDENT /SEN. - $3.00 FREE UNDER 12 Being diagnosed with one who inflicted pain upon do smother their use. A clean seven years ago gave me that myself. It was then that I real- body will assist these medicines kick in the pants I so badly 1NSHIP 1'FREE ADULT ADMISSION ized, if I choose a life of some greatly. needed. But I first had to decide peace, I must surround myself These choices are yours to BUSE FAMILY which came first. Should I deal with those who walk in the make. And remember to give IC; 3) 2963 -1991 ÇAM11 FUN L fuN J with my addictions or living "Moccasin Miles of Recovery." yourself the time by searching with HIV? What a choice. What a risk? I tell you, I finally for your strengths. One step at After my first year, I chose to made a good decision in my life. a time, my friend. MEMBERSHIP engulf myself in learning about Yes, I stumbled three times in Something I've also learned the disease. I read as much as I seven years, but I chose to brush is not to carry false masks by COMMUNITY HEALTH COUNCILS could about this illness. It really off the dust and look to the fact saying: "Yes, everything is fine" scared me to realize what I was that I am living a cleaner life and then falling off the wagon. facing. now than ever before in the 19 If everything is not fine, talk to Please note that appointments in Community Health Councils Old habits crept up on me years of being addicted. Which someone while you are clean I stumbled. Fear what a and sober. When we are high, in the Lakeland Health Region will be made when a and - is better? Life has become more find my drugs, we don't listen anyway. vacancy occurs. If you are interested in joining your local companion... acceptable. find my booze, get away from This is what I encourage you Be kind to yourself. There is Community Health Council, you may apply at any time. society and reality. What an an- to look at. Whatever your prob- no shame in this, but rather, it Vacancies on Community Health Councils will only be niversary I gave myself. lem be it with drugs, booze will be to your credit if you advertised if they be appropriately filled - cannot from I attempted suicide. or sex, - if your heart and mind choose a sober life. applications already on file. After that, my little mile of are unclear because of these My choice... I have found hopelessness was over. I got negative influences, then how people who wish for me to live Community Health Councils, acting in an advisory capacity, tired of choosing the old ways are you going to cope with the a life of peace and happiness. I'd help identify local health needs and priorities and provide a of addiction. It hadn't helped illness? It is your choice and prefer to stay away from those community perspective on health issues. before, I thought, so why did I whatever you choose, make who have not wished me a good believe it was going to help now. sure you are at peace with it. life - to surrender to them. So IAKELAND have my to you is this. Will Application forms are Realizing that it was up to Treatment centers can question make the changes neces- an important role in awareness you surrender or will you be- movement toward available at any facility me to sary in my life was the turning and prevention of HIV and come a warrior of the heart, per - within the Region or at the Regional Office it is apparent to us point. No one but me was go- AIDS. Certainly, bringing in a haps a teacher or helper, for rpetrators, they are Regional Health (1 -800- 815 -8683) to raise the awareness people? Authority ing to break down the walls of program yourself and your xi from contributing "Northeast Alberta Region" shame. of the illness in workshops Get on with life while you be a helpful tool. I know must find some - . We have a negative For an Aboriginal person who would can. And you slow to understand has been abused and neglected, in my heart that once my head thing in your heart that you can trust and risk -taking is a diffi- and heart were clearer from my offer to life. I believe in you, as I r men, we can never culty. This is why fear breathes addictions, I learned to make do in the Creator. violence. so strong in our hearts and we responsible decisions. I seem "My Moccasin Miles for Nest Family Shelter Goodman and Carr often choose to surrender. happier now. You know, I've Freedom... " revention of family If I was to live the best way never met anyone who was Thank you ince its opening in is proud to sponsor of life that I could, (now that I tired or high that could make a Ken Ward Shelter for battered of our 14 member Windspeaker's special Birth- control linked to increased risk e crisis counsellors may be at condom use among at -risk per- Le man works as the Progesterone, a hormone terone contraceptives HIV and an important ap- Lrker works with the AIDS Awareness commonly used in oral contra- increased risk for infection sons, ceptives, has been found to in- through vaginal intercourse. proach for reducing unintended Dviding counselling crease vaginal transmission of The findings are not conclu- pregnancies is to increase the r, and does referrals and Prevention issue. an AIDS -like virus in monkeys sive enough for the authors of use of effective contraception. and boost concentrations of the the study to recommend that Some women are at risk for 1 is that unless we virus in their blood. women change their contracep- both STDs and unintended things would not Preston A. Marx of the tive, however. More research is pregnancy and require a highly Aaron Diamond AIDS Research needed to determine if the in- effective strategy for protection 1 as role models. We Center and colleagues report creased risk in monkeys is also against both risks. nen in the shelter to their findings in the journal present for women. Information provided by the ad that some can be GC GOODMAN AND CARR Nature Medicine. A primary strategy for de- CentersforDiseaseControl and Pre- National AIDS L will learn that men Barristers and Solicitors The study suggests that the creasing the spread of HIV and vention ;ive. Our male more than 2.5 million women in other sexually transmitted dis- Clearinghouse. Copyright 1996, In- staff Maryland. ad security for our the United States using proges- eases is to increase the rate of formation, Inc., Bethesda,

ges concerning male evelop a crush on a trained to stop such r problem with this. to discuss "female eing counselled by a Glaxo Wellcome BIOCHEM PHARMA Ile counsellors refer BIOCHEM THERAPEUTIC

once, men must be BioChem Therapeutic." tion. "This was made possible through an unrestricted grant from Glaxo Wellcome and PAGEAVAVAVA 20, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER Sports AVA V AV A AlrAl to skip for Saskatoon in new pro league Salish si Hackner By R John Hayes Windspeaker Staff Writer By R John Hayes $60,000 for a few years, so maybe years old. His father had curled so he Windspeaker Staff Writer this is a way to change that," he while Al was growing up, continued. "There are going to be was familiar with the game. some new rules that we don't "I spent a lot of time hang- KAUNAKAKAI, Hawaii he THUNDER BAY, Ont. play by now, and that should ing around the curling rink," make the league interesting." said. "In Nipigon, there's the The only Canadian entry i the prestigious Moloka'i Char Two Brier champion Al The first competitive action curling rink and the hockey -time nel Race was in contention ut the will be at the start of November rink. That's about it. Hackner will skip Saskatoon til forced -city with the host Edmonton Freeze "We curled that first year they were out of tt franchise in a new eight race san professional curling league, taking on teams from the other with my father, my brother and because their canoe International. The seven cities. Hackner's Saska- I, when my brother was 14 and The Salish Canoe Club entry - Curling made up of six members of ti Thunder Bay curler will be toon franchise will host the sec- I was 15," he continued. "That Chemainus First Nation, fir by three other skips on ond competition in February, was that. I've curled ever since." joined members from the Cowichs what he warns will be either a and the league will wrap up in Hackner moved to Thunder Tribes and one member of tl very rink or a failure. Anaheim, California, after that. Bay at 18, and immediately took successful Sto:lo Nation was in 20 "You never really know until Other cities involved will be up the sport there. - place out of 110 entries when you get onto a rink whether an New York, Chicago, Detroit, "I was just old enough to curl faulty ballast in the bow becar 'all -star' type of team will work Winnipeg (which will be repre- with the men when I moved to filled with water and t] out or not," Hackner said. 'Then, sented by Jeff Stoughton, the Thunder Bay," he said. "We had caused canoe to founder. it either clicks or it doesn't. current world title holder) and a good young rink, and we did "We were in 20th all across t "Some of the other teams are Vancouver. Fans will be able to pretty well." Six years later, we Ko] teams from outside the league, like see all of curling's stars, includ- Hackner was Northern Ontario channel, but sank at Head," Peter Russ Howard's, but we're a team ing Pat Ryan, Kevin Martin, champion and on his way to his said Chief Seymo of the First Natic of four skips," he said. "I just don't Russ Howard, Rick Folk and first Brier. He's lived in Thun- Chemainus know how that'll work out " Don Walchuk. der Bay ever since 24 years who captained the team and 11 - "The Hackner, a member of the Hackner has represented - and has worked for CN Rail the delegation. Tahitia Red Rock First Nation of Northern Ontario eight times at for the last 22 as a switchman, also had some trouble -they k Nipigon, Ont., will be joined by the Labatt Brier, the Canadian brakeman and conductor. their escort boat. We were dot lead Eugene Hritik, second men's curling championship. He He's been in the spotlight for well, but it became a learnt Arnold Asham and third Brad tasted immediate success at his a long time as a successful, high- experience for the team." Heidt, all of whom skip their first one in 1980, losing in the fi- profile Canadian athlete, but his The race, which has be own rinks in regular competi- nal to Saskatchewan's Rick Folk. treaty status is relatively un- held every year since 1952, 1 tion and cash spiels. The league In 1982, he defeated Brad Giles known. Hackner doesn't men- gins in southwestern Molok is a new concept, with teams of B.C. in the final for his first tion it unless asked. near Laau Point, crosses t representing cities. championship, then won again in "It's never been a particular Kaiwi Channel betwe "I think it's a good idea," 1985, over Pat Ryan of Alberta. problem or a particular bonus," Moloka'i and Oahu, then pas: Hackner said. "It's sort of an off- Over the years, his team has he said. "The fact that I'm an In- along the south shore of Oa] shoot of the competitive changed, as all curling teams do, dian is a fact. It's up front. I joke below Koko Head and the curled with his third, about it sometimes when I mous Diamond Head befc bonspiels we play now - right but he's - Michael Bu ms-Labatts now it's much like the pro golf Rick Lang, for 13 years, a very make a good shot, I say that rounding into Honolulu Hart tour, with winnings accumulat- long time in curling circles. Manitou was helping me with Al Hackner (left) celebrates winning the 1985 Brier in Moncton, and the finish point. A total ing during the season. Born in Nipigon, Hackner that one, but generally it hasn't N.B., with his long -time third Rick Lang. The sudden -death 67 km long, the race is a grueli "The cash spiels have been began curling in the northern affected me much either way. It's final against Alberta's Pat Ryan is considered one of the most fixed at between $50,000 and Ontario town when he was 15 not a big deal with my friends." exciting in the history of Canadian curling. CORR

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KAUNAKAKAI, Hawaii sentatives of Hawaii's many ca- And they introduced some of our EDMONTON "For a strange group com- noe clubs. guys to their cultural traditions. ing in to be accepted as they The only Canadian entry in The winner this year was a "If we're able to go back next Too often, professional ath- were and to be treated like they the prestigious Moloka'i Chan- Hawaiian team - the Lanakai year," he continued, "we'll set up letes are tarred with the same were, it was great," he said. nel Race was in contention un- Canoe Club - which finished a cross -cultural exchange in the brush: overpaid and under - "Edmonton's a hell of a city." til they were forced out of the in five hours and 27 minutes in high schools. There's a lot in com- polite. About 50 young people The group took in a game race because their canoe sank. medium seas, with waves rang- mon between the two cultures. between 11 and 15 years of age between the Lions and the The Salish Canoe Club entry - ing from two to four metres in For us, it's interesting to see be- traveled to Edmonton from Edmonton Eskimos, a recep- made up of six members of the height. The record time for the cause they've been exposed to isolated Native communities tion with the Lions, an Oilers Chemainus First Nation, five crossing is under five hours. the European way of life for a lot in northern B.C. and the practice (normally closed to members from the Cowichan "Our guys have commit- longer than Canadian Aboriginal Northwest Territories as part the public), West Edmonton Tribes and one member of the ment," Seymour said, "but people have. The Hawaiians of Kids Explore '96. They got Mall and had a meeting with Sto:lo Nation - was in 20th they learned that they need showed us all different aspects of to meet some of the pros who city Mayor Bill Smith. Kids place out of 110 entries when a another level of commitment." their culture." prove that it's the jerks that Explore chose Edmonton be- faulty ballast in the bow became A typical training regimen in There is a regular race circuit tend to get the most coverage. cause of the special relation- filled with water and caused the Canada is two to three hours in coastal B.C. and Washington "We've been bringing kids ship with Glen Scrivener, a canoe to founder. of paddling and some road state, and the Salish Canoe Club into Vancouver for three years former Lion who was traded "We were in 20th all across the work. That was not all that members are regular partici- and this is our first trip to Ed- to Edmonton in the spring. channel, but we sank at Koko was needed in Hawaii. pants. Every weekend in the Van- monton," said Glen Lahey, Scrivener has spent time who organizes the trips. "It's every Head," said Chief Peter Seymour "We did not know how im- couver area, between May 1 and year visiting the north- of the Chemainus First Nation, portant the swimming aspect Labor Day, there's a race meet. an opportunity for kids who ern B.C. communities, often who captained the team and led would be," Seymour said. "They're at every reserve are least likely to get to the cit- bringing teammates with the delegation. "The Tahitians "When we race over here, we do from Nanaimo to the Saanich ies to see them and to meet him, as well as the Grey Cup, some athletes who still also had some trouble - they lost it with 11 people and one sub. Peninsula, from Musqueam up de- when the Lions were the CFL their escort boat. We were doing There, they have six paddlers and the Fraser Valley," Seymour serve to be role models." champions. well, but it became a learning three subs, and they change on said, "and as far away as Neah The youth are selected by "It's a thrill for the kids to experience for the team." the fly. They just bail out of the Bay and Seattle in Washington. local bands, schools and social get to meet a role model and services The race, which has been support boat - which is about "This is the sport that we've agencies. Glen is a great role model," held every year since 1952, be- 100 yards from the canoe - and held on to," he continued. "It's "Being good in school and Lahey said. "They kids don't gins in southwestern Moloka'i swim to the canoe." In the chan- drug and alcohol free and it's a getting good attendance, care about salaries, they just near Laau Point, crosses the nel, there are currents that drag place where Elders and the com- that's why I got to come," said see these guys as profession- Kaiwi Channel between swimmers away from the canoe munity can gather." 12- year -old Henry Lyall of als, and to have them visit Moloka'i and Oahu, then passes faster than they can swim to- The Salish club will be back Spence Bay, N.W.T., a fan of them in their own communi- along the south shore of Oahu wards it, Seymour explained. next year, finances willing, said the Edmonton Oilers and ties is a great experience." below Koko Head and the fa- In addition to the sporting Seymour, and a team that was Montreal Canadiens. "I'll re- Lahey also singled out Tom mous Diamond Head before part of the trip, however, the for member the football game be- Europe as a major supporter. 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Windspeaker Contributor ing their contributions until the -, come successful, the concerns of (My emphasis.) feds cough up. The delay, they OPIN1ON the fans are quickly forgotten. And this: complained, has impeded de- H O T That's because, 15,000 at a time, "If you would like to cover VICTORIA velopments. form is pleased to extend pref By R John Hayes fans are not people but numbers. CFR, your application Games council chairman May I Windspeaker Sports Editor [for accreditation] MUST be No major funding is in place Charles Wood, from Alberta, For the CFR, though, it's only accompanied by photocopies and the North American Indig- expressed a need to standardize $99.00 si been that way for a couple of of pre-CFR event coverage no enous Games are less than a year the tech pack so it can be used 16 Octobt On one occasion at last years. later than Friday, Oct. 18." away but still, executive manager for all future games, given the $69.00 s the first time I (Their emphasis.) insisted, fact so meeting year's Canadian Finals Rodeo, I remember Alex Nelson "they will that much time Rates are quoted it for To get in to cover an event in Ca I counted seven Northlands was at the CFR, covering happen." Some 70 delegates from has to be devoted to it every All rate! I (which has been supported roll staff people and five actual Windspeaker. Five years ago, Canada and the United States time the games around. Please add media people on the "media" think, and there were relatively by our newspaper longer gathered in Victoria Sept. 11 to 14 The numbers game continu- riser, which is what they call few people interested. The ro- than most), we now have to to discuss and finalize some of ally cropped up in discussions. Located in the heart of six the wooden stand by the deo people were there, but the sell tickets for them. SINCE the plans for the next round of Unless participation is capped, steps away from shopping, IS THAT THE ROLE chutes from which reporters big city press didn't much care. WHEN the games, scheduled for August attendance could very well be- local attractions. An easy s (My em- watch the action. Maybe a few seconds for the OF THE MEDIA? 3 to 10, next year. come a logistical nightmare. The Vancouver's Business Distr When a couple of TV cam- sports news; that was it. The ro- phasis.) The meeting of both the 1995 games drew 8,500 athletes eramen complained that they deo beat writer's article was I therefore hope that this games council and the technical to Minnesota. So far, the count Medley's Restaurai were being crowded (oh, no, buried on page D5 of the sports column will indeed have "an committee discussed a number for Victoria is already near 6,000, Panama Jack's Bar not that), many of the people section, along with university immediate effect on ticket of changes to the 16 -sport tech- with at least four provinces and Plus - 24 Hour Roo representing the smaller me- football and the American sales," thus allowing us to nical package, which covers 20 -plus states to come. The fig- Concierge Service dia outlets (including yours Hockey League. cover the national champion- everything from archery and ures could easily balloon to over Underground Park truly) were shunted into the But, now, the urban cowboys ship of a sport in which Abo- athletics to volleyball and wres- 10,000. With only 30 schools and seats. Some of the more polite have discovered rodeo. The riginal contestants have al- tling. They hope that the games 4,500 mattresses committed for Proud Sponsor of 94/95 In people were shunted all the people who know rodeo, have ways been a major fixture. I will also feature futsal (Euro- lodging athletes, it is a far cry way out the door, although supported it and continue to hope that the readers of pean -style indoor soccer) as a from what is required. To corn - FOR RESER most paid to get in and watch support it -during the little ro- Windspeaker who might go to demonstration sport and tradi- plicate matters, the games occur (604) 684 2 the action. deos that lead up to the big one the CFR will decide to take tional events like war canoe rac- at a time when tourism is at its and ask for that money and go to the lo- I got a peek from my new - are in the way. ing, lahal (hand games), Arctic peak. location on the far side of the cal rodeos, instead. Keep the sports and hoop dancing. To reduce numbers, the sen- arena at the "media" riser, But now, to cover the CFR, money in the pockets of the All this, of course, takes ior category was cut from sev- now without the people from the Northlands PR people have people who appreciate your money. Justifiably, delegates ex- eral events. Although it met FINEST the "weekly /monthly publi- decided that we must compro- patronage, and out of the pressed concern that no major some strong opposition, organ- LOOM WORI cations." The Northlands em- mise our honesty to cover their pockets of people who sneer capital has been received, even izers are sticking with their "Li ployees were still there, big event. Let me quote from at the "weekly, monthly and though the federal government plans. legitimate their release of Sept. 30, faxed to ethno -cultural media wishing a One Small Compt bumping the has committed $950,000 and the "It's a tough decision, but lI "working press" with their us on Oct. 9: to cover CFR '96." provinces will match that needed one," claims Wood. elbows and their rub- "Access to CFR '96 contest- They didn't say that our Willie Patterns Start as Shor chatty amount. That would provide a Special guest And 74 ", As Wide bing- shoulders- with- the-ath- ants in the lower level of the Ed- pre -event coverage had to much -needed boost to the Littlechild from Hobbema, letes smiles. monton Coliseum will be limited have a positive effect on ticket skimpy games bankroll, said Alta., suggested that it may be Continuous Warp Line getting to media filing stories sales. I wonder what my Time, To Take Up, It's a case of a sport accredited Nelson and communications "time to think about winter Will Not Break Warp too big for its britches. And as and pictures which have an im- chances of getting in are. manager Sabba Sall. The prov- games." The concept seemed As Warp ince and some corporate do- well -received. Do As Many As 3 I To 171; W ide for 3, Patterns Ir

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Presentations, work- dressed before tents. employment eq- is pleased to extend preferred rates to all Native Nations: shops, speeches and perspec- uity can work. nes council chairman tives were given May I - October 15, 1996 by speakers "If senior management is not s Wood, from Alberta, WINNIPEG from $99.00 single, $119.00 double across Canada including committed it won't work. I led a need to standardize representatives from the federal work with people who are will- 16 October - 31 1 h pack so it can be used December, 996: Martin Kimball has a good government, business, banks, ing to work with me. I accept $69.00 single, $89.00 double the future games, given the job. It's not the job he wanted. and private industry. fact there are some people you tt meeting time It's not the job he went to so much Rates are quoted in Canadian funds, exclusive of applicable taxes. school Topics over the three days can't change. I've taken respon- for seven years for, be devoted to it every All rates are subject to availability. but as the included: What is employment sibility for myself, finding out only Aboriginal e games roll around. Please add $20.00 for additional persons. probation of- equity, how and why does it who I am, looking after my own numbers game continu- ficer in Thompson, Man., it is work; barriers, isolation, moni- healing first." Located in the heart of spectacular Downtown >pped up in discussions. Vancouver, just generally agreed that he has a toring, peer support, cross -cul- Dennis Mogg, national man- participation is capped, steps away from shopping, theatre, restaurants, beaches and many good job. tural sensibility-awareness, and ager of Aboriginal programs for trice could very well be- local attractions.An easy stroll to GM & BC Place, Gastown, and Kimball holds a masters de- the impact of management the Bank of Montreal has a list of logistical nightmare. The Vancouver's Business District. gree in divinity, as well as two styles; and the state of Aborigi- Al1'A N l l ways to make the workplace ac- \CIkT'I[R Imes drew 8,500 athletes 1,015 other university degrees. His nal rights in Canada. cessible tó employment Medley's Restaurant & ti equity. nesota. So far, the count Bistro Lounge dream was to be a chaplain at Some of the barriers to em- "You need an orientation Panama Jack's Bar & Grill oria is already near 6,000, the Health Science Centre in ployment equity that were iden- program, a letter of welcome, a least four provinces and Plus - 24 Hour Room Service Winnipeg, but at the end of his tified during the conference support system, adequate train- ; states to come. The fig - Concierge Service residency, when it came time to were isolation (being the only ing time, open communication, uld easily balloon to over Underground Parking hire the new chaplain, Kimball Native person in a company, cultural awareness sessions, With only 30 schools and was turned down. group, department), perception monitoring of other employees' iattresses committed for Proud Sponsor of 94/95 International Pow Wow Festival,Vancouver "I think my supervisor, a of job tokenism (you got the job behavior, and accountability." g athletes, it is a far cry white American man, just because you're Native), cultural Elsie Moar, an Aboriginal 'hat is required. To com- FOR RESERVATIONS PLEASE CALL: couldn't deal with an educated differences, and the few role probation officer in The Pas, matters, the games occur (604) 684 2151 or 1- 800 -663 -9151 Indian. He was threatened, be- models available to help moti- summed up the feelings of the ne when tourism is at its and ask for our Native Nations Rate cause I had more education than vate Aboriginal people. conference: "We need to be in- he did." Don Robertson, dean of Abo- volved from the paper screen to educe numbers, the sen- Kimball's story was one of riginal education at Red River the hiring to the workplace for agory was cut from sev- many told during a three -day Community College in Winni- employment equity to become 7ents. Although it met FINEST BEAD LOOM MADE conference on employment eq- peg, said there are some specific a reality." trong opposition, organ- LOOM WORKS RIGID METAL LOOM ire sticking with their s "Lifetime Warranty" Like Zippo One Small Compact 11/4 lb. 10" L. x 5" H. x 6" W. Justice needed for Native youths > a tough decision, but a !DOES IT ALL! 1 one," claims Wood. By Michael Smith Patterns Start as Short as 8" And Go Up, 20% ", 26 ", 37/, ", 54" organization and violent nature. Aboriginal youth are thought to :cial guest Willie And 74 ", As Wide As 5%" Up to 371/2" Long, And 74" Windspeaker Correspondent The overall statistics are also be associated with street gangs, :hild from Hobbema, As Wide as 2 %" shocking; 85 per cent of the the perspective is that all young >uggested that it may be Continuous Warp Line Stringing Allows For Adjustment At Any Time, To Take Up, Or Release Tension, on Warp Line. youth in the Winnipeg Youth Aboriginal are criminals or gang to think about winter "Will Not Break Warp Line Just As Project Is Almost Done ", WINNIPEG Centre are Aboriginal; 80 per members. ." The concept seemed As Warp Line Is Tied Only To Itself cent of gang members are Abo- "With this symposium we !ceived. Use Anywhere In Lap Do As Many As 3 Different Projects At Same Time. Up Many Native youths are all riginal; 65 per cent of prisoners hope to send a very strong mes- To 1 %.Wide for 3, Or No More Than 2%" For 2. Total of too familiar with this country's in Stoney Mountain Peniten- sage to all levels of government Patterns In Width Cannot Exceed 5%". justice system. An innovative tiary are Aboriginal, 45 per cent and the media. We want to Below, Loom With 3 Varying Projects, At Same Time, 8" Bracelet symposium will ask this vulner- of whom are youth. change thatnegative stereotype." (Front), 26" Hat Band (Rear), And 37Y," Belt (Cente ). able group for solutions to pre- Sanderson said these figures are About 500 Aboriginal stu- vent Aboriginal youth Lion Now crime. largely the result of systemic rac- dents, ranging in age from 10 to Available The problem has reached ism that has left an indelible stamp 24 years old, will a Factory discuss wide Direct We Pay "epidemic levels ", and cannot on many generations of Native variety of justice issues directly Mail Shipping be ignored any longer, said Nel- people. the Order And Undoing damage with policy makers and law en- Sales Handling. son Sanderson, President of the caused by destructive federal forcement officials. Another 60 Minn. Dealer Métis Residents Inquiries Indian and Friendship and provincial policies will re- rural students will attend, Include Invited. Centre of Winnipeg, where the quire hard work and political bringing their opinions and ex- 6%% Sales Nov. 4 symposium is being held. will from all levels of government. periences to the table. Tax. The is first Edition can play an conference the of The high crime statistics, Sanderson said the sympo- its kind to be held in the city and combined with sensational me- sium was specifically structured ease understanding Send To LOOM WORKS was prompted, in part, by the dia stories, have also tended to to help students feel comfort- 495 Frontenac PI. St. Paul, MN 55104 USA rapid increase in Aboriginal unfairly paint all Aboriginal able in participating. To this Ph. 612- 646 -3829 No Collect Calls igAboriginal people Chocks Payable To H.W. Clarke street gangs during the last five youth with the same brush in end, authority figures will not A variety of views on years. 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You require significant experience Aboriginal people. working with people where good interpersonal skills are important in Mr. George, a member of The Boyle STREET performing the job; or an acceptable combination of education and the Ahousaht tribe of the COMMUNITY - $25000 experience. This is casual employment and entails shiftwork. Nuu- chah -nulth Nation, has Street Co -op required 8 15 years work- SERVICES ent! Selected candidates will be to successfully complete the spent the past a downtown community week Correctional Training Program before being considered for em- ing in the financial industry resource centre is seeking: CO -OP ployment. An allowance of $280 per week is paid during training. Any 9 and on economic development and make cheque payable ta offer of training is subject to satisfactory medical clearance by Health with Native organizations. Canada. Current certification in Standard FirstAid and CPR - Level C and He is a member of the Advisory Community Social Worker - Youth Services a valid Class 5 Drivers License are required. Proficiency in the English Committee for the University jkKt "ls language is essential. An Enhanced Reliability security clearance will be of British Columbia's Centre The successful candidate will: have a proven track record Edmonton, AB T5P 1Z2 conducted. for Aboriginal Business using multi- faceted interventions with aboriginal and street ,,f Children under 12 free!! If you are interested in this position, please submit your application/ Studies and the City involved youth and their families; a working knowledge resume and proof of education by November 13, 1996, quoting Vancouver's Special Advisory of aboriginal cultures and their implications for program reference number 96- CSC- GCI- OCICAS 39, to: Chief Person- Committee on the Cultural ormation contact: nel, Grande Cache Institution, P.O. Box 4000, Grande Cache, Communities of Vancouver. delivery: client centered practice and outcome based Du at (403) 486-0069 Alberta TOE OYO. program planning skills: knowledge of relevant an at (403) 444-4225 We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for Bank of Montreal community resources; excellent written and verbal further consideration will be contacted. Preference will be given to communication skills; and the ability to engage volunteers Canadian Citizens. in program delivery. Post secondary training and the We are committed to Employment Equity. Vous pouvez obtenir ces renseignements en français. ability to speak an aboriginal language are assets. This is a front -line position that includes streetwork, home visits Public Service Commission Commission de la fonction publique TT +SST and a variable work schedule including evenings and I+1 of Canada du Canada $36 weekends. Valid drivers license and car are essential. is all it takes to receive Please submit resume, and covering letter Windspeaker for 1 year! l I Canad'ä by November 4, 1996 to: Iopment Hiring Committee, 10116 -105 Ave., Edmonton, AB., T5H OK2 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those CALL FOR PROPOSALS candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. COUNSELLING SERVICES FLAY RIVER, N.T. PLE'S ECONOMIES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES ell4111114 Northwest Have You Ever Thought Territories Canada of Becoming a Nurse? ;cd to an exploration Department of Health and Social Services Trial and Indigenous The Honourable Kelvin Ng, Minister of Health & Services requests ápers which explore Social proposals for the provision of counselling services in Hay River, N.T. The National Native Access :ra may explore this °aches: quantitative Program to Nursing Required qualifications - Master's level degree in clinical psychology, (NNAPN), is an annual :titioner experiences, counselling psychology, social work or family therapy from a recognized inea are invited and university, as well as related clinical experience. The successful contractor will nine -week spring program it will also contain a provide two (2) therapists who will be located in Hay River. that assists students of i strictly to lessons Aboriginal ancestry to ed to Submit short Please quote reference: H96069 gain entrance to university Proposals will be rated according to the Terms of Reference which may be or college nursing obtained from: Patrick Cavanagh, Area Supervisor, Phone (403) 874 -6831, programs across Canada. Fax (403) 874 -3324. first issue is July,1997. Dill be considered. The next program will take place Four (4) the will be received at Department of Public Works :cember 15, 1996. These copies of proposal the April 28 to June 27, 1997. Journal, Department on and Services, Government of the N.W.T, #8 Capital Drive, Hay River, N.W.T, 7136 or via e -mail to XOE 1G2. Mention: Peter Chaffey. Lessons from Practical For information, please contact: 7. Proposals must be received before 4:00 pm, local time, November 13, 1996. NNAPN, College of Nursing ed copies and a copy on The lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. 5,000 words in length University of Saskatchewan, apere in a readable and Saskatoon, SK S7N 5E5 the practise of economic tTindapeaker keeps you informed Phone toll free: 1- 800 -463 -3345 or (306) 966 -6224 PAGEAVAVAVA 28, NOVEMBER 1996, WINDSPEAKER News ATAVATA

Canada sides with band d9V1 5,t1 QDUCT/O d 4 IS OUR By R John Hayes through negotiation, but was "MUSIC BUSINESS..." Windspeaker Staff Writer willing to face the McLeod Lake Digital Multi-track Recording Studio Band in court, and that the prov- Publishing, Records, Production, Distribution, etc ince has a "very winnable case." McLEOD LAKE, B.C. Furthermore, provincial offi- Specialized in Inuit Music across the Arctic cials were upset that they had Inquiries Welcome Yet another First Nation-pro- been blamed for the breakdown vincial-federal negotiation has in negotiations by the band. P.O. Box 180, Inukjuak, Nunavik, QC JOM MO Canada fallen afoul of the rock of iitiga- "The lawyers drew the final TéL (819) 2548788 Fax: (819) 254-8113 Hon. The McLeod Lake Indian agreement and everyone Band's land claims talks were thought the deal was done," shut down earlier this year by Chingee said. "Suddenly, the British Columbia, when provin- provincial negotiator an- cial officials were informed that nounced that he had been in- the band intended to return to structed not to complete the the courts. When the case gets transaction. We and the federal SO to the Supreme Court of British negotiators were shocked. We Columbia in Vancouver next had negotiated in good faith September, however, the band and had believed that the prov- will be supported in their case ince really wanted to settle our SOFA, LOVESEAT 8c. CHAIR by the Government of Canada. land claim. We were BRAND -NAME FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS came to Nctionwi de M: Hire:;, and Furniture Warelinose and Grand Furniture wrong." Warehouse with factory overstocks, mull °vo ins, closeouts an other exc. e:,s -:iock at fremen.ous Savings) Nationwide "We are impressed that "As has been on Warehouse and Grand Furniture bought over 50 trailer loads of brand n:c ite s °LI' & loveseals, bedrooms, dinettes mattresses stated many and more and have nowhere to pill it We've priced to sell fast. But when it's gone ... it's gone, Prime Minister Chrétien and his occasions previously, the prov- government are willing to stand ince prefers negotiation to liti- «38110 Contemporary *1000 Modem t h er up and fight for Indian people gation as the means to resolve p 1 ¡ 1 l when justice cries out," said and settle issues with the First I I 4) ' _ 1r. yypMr. McLeod Lake Chief Harry Nations of British Columbia," l owl* Chingee. "The law suit is now wrote Cashore. "That principle Sofa, Loveseat & Chair .. ,.,,,.. Sofa, Loveseat & Chair L' between Canada and British remains unchanged. In this case, FREE t5 P ° Columbia. We have confidence as far as the province is con- LAYAWAY # f tiny/ in the Canadian courts." cerned, the band chose to Traditional The band is seeking to ad- resume its litigation." M°011 Vibrant Colors « here to Treaty Number 8 of 1899, Cashore explained the prov- 1. ty jilP 1' , , f fOI1'21-----('-VIR7 which includes northeastern ince's view of the end of nego- kV} B.C. F Under the treaty, the 390 tiations: "The f - N Sofa, Loveseat & Chair `' ,a t Sofa, Loveseat & Chair parties did make i -,aan t McLeod Lake Sekani hope that significant progress in late 1995 SAME DAY a `u>+ they will receive as much as d and early 1996, but during that DELIVERY 74'1)' y+ar*Ry 20,000 hectares of land and al- time the band's chief negotiator y most $10 million. advised that the band was, in #9205 Country «33 European Style Faux Leather Canada agreed that the band effect, not prepared to negotiate I ! is entitled to receive the treaty past the end of February, 1996," T v . benefits and claims that the he wrote. "On March 1, 1996, the _ - .. . , 4 province has breached the terms band's chief negotiator advised Sofa, Loveseat & Chair I Sofa, Loveseat & Chaise .`""+.nLM r , , of the 1923 McKenna- McBride British Columbia and Canada $ I Agreement by refusing to trans- that the band ... would be seek- : only fer the land to the band. ing a trial date. This position "Four years of negotiating was, in effect, in confirmed writ- .530° Motion Sofa & Loveseat moo Entertainment Motion Sectional with the province resulted in a ing on March 4, 1996. very detailed agreement in prin- "The province considered the 1P4 ciple," Chingee said. "We set- band's actions to be a resumption arAPIN, IFi 1111119,401011111111=0, tled all the issues between the of litigation and," he continued band and the province." The in response to the band's actions .... a -. ä only " -_ province disagrees. and in light of the province's . "While the parties did make policy on not negotiating and liti- significant progress in the nego- gating the same issue at the same tiations, there remained out- time, withdrew from further ne- POSTURE SERIES MATTRESSES standing issues between the gotiations." This has not satisfied POSTURE PLUS POSTURE PROFILE IMPERIAL EXTRA All Merchandise Brand band and the province," Aborigi- the band. FIRM FIRM New In Sealed Containers nal Affairs Minister John Cashore "We cannot make B.C. sign 5 yr. LM Warranty 5 yr. Ltd Warranty 10 yr. Ltd Warranty Twm 518 ea. pc. Twin S 94 ea. pc. Twin S 74 e1. pc. ` SAME DAY wrote in September to First Na- the agreement drawn by its ne- Ra 5488'ea. pc. pc. Fwl s ea a. wn 5 99 ea. pc -''''21 DELIVERY tions Summit Grand Chief Ed gotiators and so have no choice Queem 598 ea. X. Queen 5105 M. pc. Queen 5139 ea. pc. úái -. -.Kung $58 e.. pe. end $105 s.. pc. 5139 a. pc. o...10-C1 John in a letter obtained by but to await the decision of the 8 King BED FRAMES: Windspeaker. "Moreover, the very court," Chingee said. "Let our POSTURE LUXURY POSTURE ELEGANCE PILLOWTOP EXTRA FIRM SUPER FIRM DLX. DELUXE -FIRM FULL:...... a39.95 important issue of cost -sharing case serve as a warning to the Manroases QUEEN:...... 539.95 15 yr. Ltd Warranty 20 yr. LW Warranty 25 yr. Ltd Warranty are Sold in KING:._...... 549.95 the lands under negotiation was other First Nations and all Brit- Twin S 54 ee. pc. Twin S 94 a. pc. Tadn 5119 ea. pe. Seta only not finalized between British Co- ish millions S Full 5119w.pc. WII 5139ea.pc. Full 5174ea.pr. Columbians - of Qaeen 5149 ea. pc. Queen S159 ea. pc. Q:;i 5199 ea. pa Fabric and colors may vary Iumbia and Canada. Chief dollars spent and years of talk all 84 5149 ea pc. KM9 5159ea.pc.119K $199 ea. Pc. Chingeé s letter makes no men- leading to nothing. It is clear that OVER .15 BEDROOMS TO CHOOSE FROM tion of this, although the band the treaty process is a sham." «limo Classic Bedroom Set 05500 Traditional Solid Pine was well aware of it." With such rhetoric from both Sources in the province's Jus- sides, it seems unlikely that the _ - I = -DO tice department said that the negotiations will be reopened. 0 INA d Pc Bedroom Set 1 PIP province would have been Round two, in the B.C. Supreme Bunk B tl l - gi. I ll T pleased to settle the dispute Court, will begin next September. 6, y I _ Ja FREE LAYAWAY

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The Assembly tiu of First Nations, however, is definitely against d Pc Bedroom fl . 17,fe^.% eet" the ban. In a position paper drafted in 1994, the AFN outlined a strategy for defeating the ban. The AFN also sees this issue as another attack on treaty rights. If the First Nations of Canada cannot practice traditional lifestyles which are protected under treaty, will that further undermine other treaty l I I WITH LOCATIONS ACROSS CANADA: rights? k 5 1 I ONTARIO NEW BRUNSWICK: ALBERTA: BRITISHCOLUMBIA The AFN's economic analysis, however, unwittingly supports IMbild.lii1l Ii1 111,18d11.14 Hollingsworth's assertion that this will not be a major yl economic London NOVA SCOTIA: SASKATCHEWAN NEWFOUNDLAND l'I1t5IfI7it 11',IIttII1lISt crisis for First Nations. The AFN information sheet titled, "The Sudbury Dartmouth I Halifax Saskatoon St. John's State of the Fur Industry - January 1994 ", states "there are approxi- (' Thunder Bay Regina MANITOBA 'I;II Winnipeg mately 40,000 to 50,000 Aboriginal trappers in Canada, half the CASH.CHECK number of all Canadian trappers." The information sheet then con- tinues to state that the income to all Canadian trappers for the 1 (800) 442 -4007 1990 - 91 season was "just over $15 million." If these AFN sup- plied figures are correct, that means trappers in SAME DAY DELIVERY Please call for location nearest you and hours of operation. Canada earned FREE LAYAWAY SELECTIONS AND FABRICS MAY between $150 and $187.50 each per season. VARY BY STORE.