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By Debora Steel Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter

Hupacasath -They did it! The five "Sing one last time Maa -nulth nations have ratified their for George," lead final agreement, but not without some singer Edward tension -filled moments during the treaty Ross said to the vote count for Toquaht, Uchucklesaht Tseshaht members and Ucluelet held on 21. r1 Sunday, Oct. gathered on Oct. Chief Bert Mack of Toquaht, who is 13 to raise a pole in his eighties, stood in the foyer of the in honor of the 7 House of Gathering awaiting the late, great moment he could enter the main hall Wahmeesh George Watts (file photo left). Ken far and take his seat for the count. He put 4P Watts (bottom right) became emotional when his hand under his jacket lapel and singing his father's song with the group, a song made a thumping motion as though his that came to Ken when taking his father's ashes heart was going to beat out of his chest. to Nettle Island. "The song really means a lot to me and really got to me this time," he told Ha- Ha- Shilth -Sa had asked him if he was Shilth-Sa. "These were tears of joy and pride nervous. It would be only a short time today for who my dad was and knowing how before the tyee ha -wilth would learn if many people really respected him." The pole his efforts to wrestle his community out raising was the completion of the journey of from under the Indian Act, begun as an losing his father, celebrating his life and washing 18- year -old man under the guidance of away the tears, said Ken. Remaining are the his father, would be successful. Yes, he memories of the impact George Watts had on the admitted, he was nervous. , community, both locally and at large. On behalf He sat stoically as electoral officer of the Watts family, Mike Watts blanketed Huu- Jack Copland described the process that ay-aht Tyee Ha -wilth Tliishin Spencer Peters would be followed that day. First the (photo top right), thanking him for the treaty vote for Toquaht would be recognition he the people of Huu- ay -aht counted, then Uchucklesaht and showed the late Wahmeesh and presenting the Ucluelet. Then the reverse order would pole to them at George's memorial held last be taken for the vote on the transfer of t November . 5 ` band assets. Copland then made a show ,-tip a. r +` f of turning off his cell phone and asked the same from the 50 or so people in the room. He said it was a complicated tit vote; quiet would be needed. The ballot box for Toquaht's treaty - vote was emptied onto a table in the middle of the room. Rows of anxious faces watched as two women kept tally as another, Lhinda Achtem, called out r the response to the question: Do you approve the Maa -nulth First Nations Final Agreement (Treaty) initialed Dec. 9, 2006? There were 80 enrolled Toquaht voters, but only 73 votes had been cast. To ratify, a 50 per cent plus one vote in a the affirmative of the enrolled voters n e would be needed. Chief Mack sat in the front row with his hands folded on the table in front of him. His stare was intent as one by one a the ballots were counted. i L I "Yessss," Achtem enunciated as she counted a vote. "No," as she counted another. Continued on page 5.

If undeliverable, please return to: Ha- Shilth -Sa Evan Touchie remembered at AGM Page 2 P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Five vie for presidency of tribal council Page 3 A new beginning for Tseshaht Page 6 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPER COLLECTION (17) Watching over the business of the community Page 7 395 WELLINGTON ST. OTTAWA, ONTARIO K 1 A ON4 Carving interest sparked by doctor visit Page 12 Community and Beyond events Page 18 15 Page 2 - Ha-Shill!, So - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth-Sa - Page 3 HaShil{h-Sn newspaper is } published by the LETTERS and KLECOS .thou- chah -uultb Tribal Conrail Ha- 54,7,1 t-a will include fetters received from its readers. Letters MUST he signed Cor distribution to da, members of the by the writer and have the .loiter. full name. address and phone number on them. li twelve NTC-member Nations. 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Box 1383, Kills Aller Hugh Broker Mexsb Tom Happy nook Karla Paint Dave Warts Sc Port Alberni, B.C. V9V 71112. Evan Touchie remembered at AGM 1'0mione:1250) 724 -5757 Five vie for Fax: presidency 12501723-0463 of NCN tribal council Reim* F Little It's a horses ... There are five complete the final two yeah of the four- prepared to deal both at the government problem-solving and conflict resolution. nib pare: nn 14 oor Formally .de Ha-Shilth -Sa Reporter candidates that will seek delegate year term begun by Frank. The president and the community levels. Needed is the A .special naming of the voting approval to become the next president o }' oversees extent., to the tribal ability to deal with media, budgets and delegates is to be held Nov. 15 at Mat the Ne- chah -ninth Tribal Council, council, such eas lobbying and in tact development.. Mahs gymnasium, at which time the by- 2007 Subscription rates: bats,,,, -lust over loo community replacing Francis Fun*. who cosigned negotiating with government. A 335,00 per year in Canada and Milner diploma or degree is no longer election will be held. embers were registered and attended Irr the position in September. The candidates will he judged on their in the l; S.A. yens in required, as per instruction from the Look to the Noy 8 edition of Ha- year and 545 per the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for In the running are Klima Keith Ads, qualifications and skills. Needed are foreign Cotton,. payable to the delegates to the tribal council's annual Shilth -Sa for interview with the the 14clurhaht First Nation at Ittatsoo. Hugh Brakes, Pecs.. Tom Happynook, experiences in NumehahowIth Tribal Council. the areas of First Nations general meeting held Sept 20 and 21 at eaadidates where will s explore their The AGM was held on Oct. 13 and 14 at Karla Point, and Dave Watts Sr. Each culture, traditions and l r, governance, Nuu Matit Slabs, but is considered an asset. individualI vision for the tribal council their atr hall. This as the Mannger0 Reporter arc high punka well known members chah -ninth issues, lobbying and Skills valued are strong oral and written and Mow their experiece and specific largestnmout in many years for the 1 Debars Sleet communication. n abilities, computer qualities sets them apart and inspire, unity_ (25 01 724 -5 75 7 - Fax: 50) 723 -0463 The successful candidate will The sumasful candidate must be literacy. and analytical thinking, confidence from the community. an begin the AGM, Johnny McCarthy deberesree kàn aach0 hnulthtrg did a chant and was followed by Larry Baird, who spoke on behalf of the Transportation 0n Tyre to 0, hopes n, business get S do, o,i,e assistant off the ground Annie \Vans Ha'wilth Wilson Jack. half years ago. Dick has hoer driving for make Emcee Mike McCarthy and Chief Councillor Vi Mundy enjoy light moment at about two to three nips per meth. community would be interested in a bus (27017'-4- 575 - (250) 723-11463 "We would like to welcome you all [n By Jack {. Little the Tseshaht First Nation and has been We . Far: the [lamant First Nation Annual General Meeting. go on field trips all over Vancouver list sport i , . hashihh,da-:nmrehahnuhhorg your home," said Baird. "Chief lack Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter used as a spare bus driver for the Flea. Island and sometimes the mainland," 1 response was good as it gave would also like to wish you well in all of attributes of Touchie was his passion for huu payé school for more than three Dick said. He has even gone as far as Talc an indication of whether or not the Central Region Reporter daur deliberations during the next two life and especially his willingness to years. Dick is a member of the Tseshaht Onion lake in Nonhem Saskatchewan service is needed and or wanted, "said Deane Titian day>- help Ron Sr. others," said Baird. She also had a Port Alberni - Dick fast got First Nation. on a trip with I Iaa- hot -payk school Dick. ilIt ewas indicated that there is (25,) 125_21 20 - Fax_ 4301725 -2110 Mike McCarthy was introduced as the tremendous respect for Touchie as she the aka of starting his own "I have been driving the bus for the Recently, Dick asked Nuu 'ehah -oulth need; Dick has received 350 responses densest. nu irahnralrhnrg ,see. McCarthy is an Ucluthaht tell he was genuine and sincere. Baird transponation business over three- and -a- Tseshaht elders and youth and generally to take part in a survey that asked if the to date. Please cc all material, or Annie Warn. ember who is working and residing in mid Touchie had gained the trust of the Some of these responses have stated Manna. chief Ile called on the elected rrawwa0sen youth and community. need for people to be taken to doctor Sports, Culture Sr the North and council to sit at the head table. He Bernice Touchie, Evan's mother, d dentist appointments. .lack Lille There is then called nn Chief Councillor Vì thanked the council for this tribute to need to transport clients to Nauaimo. (350) 729 -3751 - FM1250) 7331 -0463 Mundy to speak. her lam son. She had known her son's e and Victoria. Tarannkki nuuehabnatrhorg of miner, Another gap is "We have a busy two days and council C^'- to the youth of Ucluthaht service that screams out to Filled is Please ec all material, botanic Warn, contributions be oho has a lot of activity planned for our and was very appreciative of the poster the transportation of people for as council also wanted to Auto/ (idea lechninan membership. -Ù picture. employment purposes. Trips to ensure for to have fun," said, Mike Watts pm she Emcee Mike McCarthy then rolled on Nanaimo for shopping, a movie and there would be face painting (250) 7245757 - Fas_ (250) 723 -0463 plaining iris Frank, who is the once even bingo have also been expressed. t,. aro. roed altrdttmag for the children. massages, acupuncture, administrative manager, to introduce the Dick has applied for a courier's lair cuts, manicures and child minding 4 staff of Ucluthaht First Nation. Frank licence, as well as Submitted a name for aadable to the membership. briefly introduced the staff and his company. Ile is calling the company "Everybody enjoy yourselves, and get explained their role,. Frank also Ron Dick's Sr. Transportation Tyson Tenable was a youth panel DEADLINE: o know your family, extended family acknowledged both the chief and Dick would like to provide regular present,,, ('loose note that the deadline for and community members. Enjoy your until and all of the committees for all )j5w bus transportation to and from the here" said Mundy. r Y submissions for xt issue is stay `When we wore planning and getting of their hard work. She then introduced . . '/ Tseshaht Market. Recently. the market Nov. 2`2007 McCarthy thanked Mundy and the ready for this AGM, our theme suggested the next speaker, Gary Scam, the attempted to get the city bus to extend Alter that dono material submitted and nail for allowing him to be the was going to be family gathering and onager of the Coastal Community its services to their location, but the

judged ,see.. "It is exciting to be here and 1 am appropriate cementite family fun,' said Mundy. Mundy had Credit Union. Ile works out of the request was b turned down. The market tl,need placement hat it-material appy to be here today:" asked Touchie his thoughts. He Parksvihe branch office. has had more than 3,000 signatures on a is 111 relevant will be included in the There was then both an announcement suggested hating Don Bun tick invited Ile talked about housing for the petition to support a scheduled ran to Mime, issue. and an unveiling of a very special poster. to community members of the Ucluthaht the market. In an ideal submissions would Council world and ha'wiih came forward for "It t harts been really hard for all of us as First Nation. There are rampages Should this concept go forward Dick Ira raped miner Ulm hand -written his special occasion. council members as we see one council available for the membership of up to would begin with a Monday, can w sent -mail In Again by Johnny McCarthy did a chant seal empty.." said an emotional Mundy. SI511,17011 through the Credit Union Wednesday and a Friday schedule. a heshilths uehalmul,h.n prior to the unveiling. Mundy then asked She said T ,,chin was very forward special housing program. Dick is in the preliminary stages of Windows PO. moment of silence. This w very thinking and had the utmost impet of Sea row assured IS0 membership that providing a business for the local tribes .Submitted pictures must Include a brief e anal moment for many of the the youth and other headers. Kim ',laird, it has nothing to do with Canada and community members, and also ion of,ubject(e) and a roam community embers. The pater was of chief councillor the First and !lousing Corpora or would like to offer these services to the address. a T'aww two ?Image he late Evan Touchie, a council member. Nation. was one these Indian '.l.a r, outlying communities and First Nations, Picures with no ream address will of people and Northern Canada nuchie away suddenly passed in was shocked when 1 heard should the interest be there. Ile remain on tile. Allow two - four weeks -I about September, will be return. late Evan Touchie s passing One of the Continued on page 17. anticipates start up next spring. Photocopied for faxed 0h0.nlanhd senor be accepted. Legal Every added fruit or veggie is a good move. A Information Eating just one extra fruit or veggie a day can Improve your health. It's easier than you think. 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Page 4 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 5 (.....r*-1 Ehattesaht Comprehensive Community Plan (ECCP) Ucluelet provides the drama during historic vote 1 RladeRunners Continued from page 1, 7 Community Engagement Session I, In another pan of the room, Maa- .fi Sept. 15 -16, 2007 nulth First Nations staff were keeping ; score It wasn't long before --- Community Centre, Village of Zeballos communication worker Trudy Warner The Ehattesaht CCP community engagement session was held at the { sidled up behind Mack and Anne Community centre in the Village of Zeballos, Sept 15 -16, 2007, 'piggy- backing' l Morgan, Toquah10 cultural and upon the Ehattesaht AGM. The interest and passion expressed throughout the education sessions demonstrated the memberships' love and commitment for each other co-ordinator, who was seated at his side, and made a quiet and for the success of the Tribe. It Is this commitment that will serve the success of the ECCP well, ensuring that the Plan goes beyond the hard copy and announcement. The required "yes" t'1 provides the desired opportunity for the Ehattesaht Tribe to grow and thrive in the threshold, 41 votes in all, had been r< years to come. reached. Mack showed line emotion, Some of the highlights of the two day session included: but Morgan's hands came together i n Housing -there is an appetite to consider all forms allowing with the guiding triumph and she began to applaud.applata principle to optimize each potential housing site for size and use The rest of die room's reaction was Infrastructure - refers to the streets, roads, bridges, transit, water supply, muted as the rest of the T.KIIdI1 vote wastewater management, solid -waste treatments (ie. landfill), electric power continued. It wasn't until Copland asked It's a deal, Manley McLachlan, president of the British Columbia Construction Ueluelet's Chief Councillor Vi Mundy reacts to news that her community provision, and telecommunications the 'nuts and bolts' of a community had chosen to ratify the Maa-nulth Final rod, \use- Vice - that the room remain quiet for the Association, and chah -oeith Tribal Council President Michelle Agreement. First a whoop of jubilation, then breakdown of emotion (federal chief negotiator Eric Den Miff lends her structure. Discussion about current and future anticipated requirements. Uchucklesaht count that Mack became Cod-told shake on a memorandum of understanding that has the organizations support), then hugs from friend. and family, including Gen Touchier treaty worker whose was to locate Youth Goals - Recreation opportunities are a significant focus of the youth, as animated. job it and collaborating to find ways te put \use- chah -ninth -alit to work in the trades. inform Ucluelet members about the agreement, and Kathy Happynook, the wife of Mexsis Tommy Happynook, chief well as safety, street lighting, and the desire to have a Long house at the centre "Why should I remain quiet," he said, cf the village for celebrations and ceremony treaty negotiator for Huu -ay -alit First Nation. standing and pumping his fist in the air Employment - there is the desire to explore the economic opportunities in victory. Now the ice was broken, and "1st Partnership to work to "Nervous, happy, excited, scared," she Another 75 ballots and 18 more "no for the Ehattesaht within the traditional territory. e huge round of applause erupted from told us. When the first two ballots votes," but there was soon a light at the the room. counted were "no" votes, Are you a member of the Ehattesaht Tribe and would like to participate in Mundy looked end of the tunnel. Uchucklesaht Chief Councillor develop opportunities the Ehattesaht CCP process? Please contact Darlene Lariciere, Band concerned. "Only five "yes" votes needed," Charlie Cooler, sat with a smile Manager,. 250 -761-4155 or at [email protected]. Sr. le Back and forth the votes went, someone whispered to Mundy. And as program works to place them on job plastered across his face during the "ale, no, yes yes, no." the "yes- vote threshold was reached, treaty ratification vote By Debora Steel sites It registered an 83 per cent job for his There were 330 ballots on Mundy gave a whoop of Ha- Shilth-Sa Reporta placement rate in the last quarter, said Notice to the Community nity to be counted and, after jubilation and then broke o"Yesz vote vote.. -- Bladerunner coordinator Rob "Idol,. but after 75,. there was one ter down, laying her head on This is notification to the community of Ahousaht and Ahousaht band members "Yessss, yests." People were shaking that rate could be better and he hopes vote cast for every two I the table in front of her as Port Alberni With SI28 billion worth that the weight of the partnership that that referendum was held in the community of Ahousaht on September 5th, their heads, amazed and pleased. Almost votes yes." Ucluclet had y e people flocked to her side 2007. Plus advance polls were held in Victoria, Nanaimo and Port Alberni the last half of the 120 votes cast had been of work on the books to he done in the comes with the MOU signing will open 376 enrolled voters. It i giving comfort and week of August 2007. province over the next Dumber of years, some doors for his young workers. counted before Achtem was forced to needed 189 -yes" votes Í : offering congratulations. register a "ter." A groan went through there is nothing but oTOlecoity in the Ile hopes to benefit by learning where The final results are as follows: for the treaty to be She worked to wipe the crowd who construction industry, said British the jobs will be and, by getting the AHOUSAHT ELECTION REGULATIONS REFERENDUM from those had come to ratified. ors from her face as Columbia Construction Association developers on board with the program hope fora clean sweep. Mundy sat with her photographers vied to COUNT SUMMARY Uehneklesaht's Chief Councillor a But then the "yes" votes kept an (BCCA) President Manley McLaughlin. early, make jobs available once the Charlie Coot. was all smiles during head resting on a record the moment of her Finding pools of labor that want to clients are trained. and when they reached the 69 clenched fist. At her side I victory. She disappeared Reacted YES NO TOTAL "ruing, his community's treaty vote count, benefit from that opportunity Is what Corfield said she is encouraged by the yes" vote threshold, cheers ofjoy went were Tyce Ha -wilth into the embrace of many VICTORIA 0 S 0 e brought McLaughlin to town on get. 16, partnership and the creation of up through the room, briefly ready negotiator Mexsis Tommy Wilson leek and Gen slwv friends and family, NANAIMO Or 2 0 2 interrupting the count. Cooler stood up who, the where he attended a luneheonIho9ted by opportunities for Numehah -null! Happynook, from I luu-ay shes Chief Touchie, over tiaL . w including Denhofc Center PT ALBERNI 0 30 I 31 the Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council's embers. She was encouraged that the waving the Uchucklesaht flag, as did Councillor Robert Dennis. course of the last three Angela Wesley nervously and Kathy Happynook. AHOUSAHT o 112 34 146 Employment and Training Program at City of Port Alhemì was represented at many of the community members in "Those numbers were wild," said months, had worked to watches the count. "Tell everybody we got TOTAL 149 35 164 was the home of Bladrob ears on Argyle the luncheon. Acting Mayor Kenn attendance. When the count federal chief negotiator Eric Denhoff. contact all of Ucluelet's - the Maa-nulth Treaty," finished only one other "no" vote had "Pretty now," he said to Warner. members. More than 60 ' Chief Dennis was and 2nd Whiteman had come to witness and lend close The proposed Ahousaht Election Regulations were passed/ approved by the been case. But the vote, the largest per cent of them lived 1,, overheard speaking mto a . Ucluelet with McLoughlin, and tribal council Vice support. Electors. important that the city is "Way to go, Charlie," someone called umber of enrolled voters of the three way from the cell phone. "All five voted President Michelle Cornell, would put "It's involved," said Corheld, who explained out from across the room. nations to be counted, proved a community, and Touchie in favor." pen to paper that day signing a (Original signed by) "Show off," Waled Dave !laggard. rollercoaster ride of emotions. worked to provide them Keyekleh' /Chelbles Memorandum of Understanding (MOIL) Mat many Nuwchah -nullh lived in Port Robert l acher Landing behind Chief Cooks in the Before the count commenced, with details of the Maa- Tell' decided to count Mat acknowledged a new relationship, Albania.. We are in it together." Electoral Officer t room. nulth Final Agreement. y their votes up in Houpsitas Mat the two organisations would Whiteman said Pon Alberni is on the Ha -\hilts -Sit asked Chief NEXT STEPS: Them was congratulations from the Touchie looked as though earlier that day. They collaborate on any apprenticeship and cusp of new opportunities and he is Councillor Vi Mundy how *A provincial chief negotiator Mark she could take no more. needed 155 "yes" votes to trade opportunity that would benefit the interested in any initiative that finds she was feeling. The next step Is for the final results of the referendum and documentation of the they got 192. employment for young workers and tollhouse. from Huu- ey -aht's chief ' Federal negotiator - ratify, and Aboriginal labor face. information5 and consultation sessions to be sent to MAC, Ottawa for review. Denhoff stood behind the 1 Chief Dennis picked up It is the third such MOU with an keeps then n the town. And the Oily is Upon the review MAC will or will not provide Ahousaht first nation will a Ucluelet team, stretching a hand drum and gathered Aboriginal organization for the BCCA, always interested in o develop Ministerial Approval. his chin toward the the Maa-nulth chiefs and and moat. forward the coal of creating efficient and ell'i,ceetìeienl w`asays of working Upon Ministerial Approval Ahousaht First Nation will be able to Implement the ceiling, working out the Hupacasath Chief natg 1. 1I with the Aboriginal hit Tseshaht and I1 peas I he said. lead treaty "Ahousaht Election The next regular election for and Council Maa-nulth Councillor Judith Sayers Cerlleld slid them o.ce n Regulations' Chef stress building In the n the pros ireu will be held in May 2008, we are hoping Ministerial Approval will be received by negotiator Cary Yabsley together forafor victory being planned n nn odes of his neck. , The MOU record,. mat mere iaa projects March 2008. looks satisfied with the Warner sucked in a sonehers. When the soon was -killed labor shortage hi the trades and a Nuu-chw -null! communities and the results. bream through pursed finished, a final round of pools sorkers in Aboriginal nations will be wanting to hire Nuu The Ahousaht Election Regulations document is available to the Ahousaht Beside her, technical co- applause rattled the rafters. chah'nullh workers. In the pusT such membership, at the Ahousaht administration office or may be faxed by calling lips. Maa-nulth willing to fill those Tyre ha'wilth Bert the Ahousaht Administration office Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pen, toll action. Angela Wesley kept her pen "Yahoo. we did it." squealed Pam shortages. What's needed is training and projects would import workers. but free, 1.800491 -1433. 7.1 Mack sends a char poised over her notepad ready to Watts. a Uchuekelesaht treaty worker, as access to the jobs. McLaughlin said there i, no such Thank you to embed you for all your hard work and commitment in making this rough the audience at continue her own unofficial count. she coshed into Chief Mack's arms for a McLaughlin .workers out there to import sass there will be 38.000 election success, with much respect, Y. Kathy Brown. cede. the end of the count that After the next 75 ballots. there had hug. She later told Ha- Shill! -Sit she was works needed to the foreseeable future Ile said he's excited born die M. w Toquant ratify the "totally excited, ecstatic." She said the prospects of the MOU and the real been_ male votes registered. to fulfill the requirements of new Maa treaty with. -nulth Mundy began to cock gently back and treaty was a long time coming, n.'Ihere are three areas that benefits that will accrue to those people 77.5 per cent "yes" vote. forth in her chair. something that she didn't believe would the BCCA is concentrating on when who will find meaningful and sustainable ' happen w her lifetime. She worked to Woking for those employment through the efforts et' the "Traditions are a big part of my culture cankers- Uchuckleaaht with its members is connect ' nmigration. women and the Aboriginal patine. Then personal notification Unfortunately, so is diabetes." here, er they were now living. She said population. fee him to ewe people who Ikd no hope , the team didn't want anyone The location of the signing was or ...unity o the past working Bern. FOB NOIao cotaaelor "blindsided" by what was in the treaty. important. Blademnners is a program toward a future where they are taking 4T`- She also had high praise for Chief currently being offered through the Nuu - care of their families and their SOMEONE Councillor Cooles. chah -ninth Employment and HELP YOU KNOW CALL I- 800 -BASTING Training I; "Charlie really worked hard," she Program (NETP) where young people eoIn recognition of the MOU, Jack Little . said, describing him us a great leader. can get sun n the construction NETP chair, presented McLaughlin with up a lot of ,xu X11 Watts said Cootes had given industry. The objective of the MOU is to a carving created by artist Randy Allen, @Iusacorroxla his life to get the treaty. As did many work tel initiatives that will create Little said involvement in the nodes is wow cl) *metes ` others who were in the roan for the sustainable employment for those who a huge goal for the community and one victory; as and those who did not live to have prepared to enter the construction of the key components of the NETP see 1h result. sector. plan, To advertise in Ha- Shilth -Sa "My dad's jumping for joy up them," After the participants in Bladem nn rs "The partnership will help us achieve said a spectator, pointing to the heavens. have been given their training, the that (250) 724 call -5757 More on the treaty vote on page B. - 2007 Pag a- Shilth -Sa Oct. 25, Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth oIl - Page 7 Watching over the business of a community - - -. throughout the ceremony. His By Debora Steel 5mqinn? composure began to crumble as the Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter J song progressed. sä "The song really means a lot some A _ and really got to me this time," he later Tsesabt- Friends and family of the late told Ha- Shilth -Sa. Wahmeesh George Watts began to r3 Ì ' I "These were tears of joy and pride arrive at the new Tseshaht Multiplex ;W44 ICI today of who my dad was fff and knowing Building on Oct. 13 just before dawn. ' how many people I 2 really respected were They Mere to tine, the finish of him" Ken received the name business begun last November when e'~ ` of (`t! Wahmeesh from his family at last Huuay-aht First Nation presented the November's memorial, making the song family a pole during. potlatch held to \ even that much more special. t 1 I celebrate the life of the Nuu -shah -ninth After acknowledging the people who leader. had helped the Watts family finish the ey a.. Attendance to see that pole raised was business of raising the pole, Willard Gallic Sr. speaks on behalf of the Wafts family, including Wahmeesh including ¡% a show of respect for a man clearly Type Ha -wilth Tliishit who was Ken Watts, thanking those who had come to witness the pole raising. beloved; recognition for someone whose wrapped in a blanket by Mike Watts, e e impact will be felt for many years to would be placed. It was decided m The pole was recognition of a man that the young Wahmeesh told Ha-With-Se with It\ ''g1i,JJk.,[,¡Ia1 conic share the pole Tseshaht and place took many Nuu -chah -nulth under his that it was a goad day to remember his it where it would ++YYII e'll be remembered fora long, long watch over the wing, Dennis said.. man that was strong father. -+,~+.w± time' said Simon good friend business of the the new -aS-.Rüi.-?.S!!+ lidi Lucas. community, and compassionate. "With the new pole that is looking in administration New to the late Wahmeesh. Both were among building, which opened The gift from the Tyee said. thousand on the new office there, my dad can ice the leaden who worked together in the with fanfare also lobo, 13. It wan. words about George Watts, Dennis said. who goes in and out of' that office and the great vision on the Tseshaht council. If there was confused the odd tourist, who has earliest days of the Nuu -chah -ninth minder of of George Wahmeesh was. great man, a great it's a great place for it," he said. "And Tribal Watts, the building one By Deàelo .Steel anyone who would know how the called to make reservations for their Council. being only pan leader, a man who helped Nuu -chah- coming together with Huuay -aht like Fla- Shilth-Sa Reporter unity had suffered having to stay in the city. George Watts passed away suddenly of that vision. nulth, he added. this really means a lot to all Nuu-chah- conduct their business out of the old The 16,000 sq. R. facility houses 40 in May 2005. A three-day memorial was The pole was awakened al dawn with Tseshaht members then gathered to nulth people and it shows this is what the cleansing. building behind Mahn Mahs gym, it offices, meting rooms, and a multi- held beginning Not 3, 2006. On the ritual Deb Foxcroft, lane sing a song that honored the life of our culture, and this is what being Neu - Tseshaht- Councillor Wendy Gallic had would be her. purpose hall. The architect on the second evening of the party, Ida.11 cello Jones, Les Sam and Ray Watts Sr. George Watts. It had been sung for the chah- nulth, mean,. no words to express her happiness on The old building had been fobbed off building was Ludn Tuns Associates embers. led by Chief Councillor circled the pole four times brushing it first time at the memorial. It sprang from "My dad once said something and he Oct 13, the long-awaited day when the on the community by Indian and of Vancouver. Tseshaht labor and Rotten Dennis, Gang and drummed as a down with cedar bough& The family the inspiration son Ken Warts received said we have a challenge to teach our Tseshaht Nation welcomed the Northern Affairs. Tseshaht didn't want it, local trades were eeod in Ile curtain as slowly drawn and the and Tseshaht elders stood together high when taking his father's ashes to Nettle people what it means to be Nuuchah- tribute on the rock where the pole would he community into its new administration but they got it nonetheless. Not only was construction. nadon's to Wahmeesh was Island. null', and 1 think this is what it means placed; an appropriate choice, said sodding it a relic, it was a constant reminder of Continued on revealed. The pole had been carved by "Sing one last time for George," said to be Nuu- chah -nulth by following your She stood before grief and sorrow. It was the old page 13. Eddie Johnson. Darrell Ross, as George lima rock for lead singer Edward Ross before culture and doing miff like this... It a throng of well- residential school dormitory where so It was an emotional time for George's the community. beginning the Wahmeesh. Tears ten really grounds you. It's a really proud wishers who had many Tseshaht had been abused. r 1 wife Matilda, who promised the family Chief Dennis spoke on behalf of down the faces of close relatives as they day for me to have that pole standing flocked to the The new building, the dscsaht would meet to decide where the pole Tyne Ha -wilth Tlìish In Spencer Peters. joined in. Ken had been color and poised there. grand opening. Multiplex, is a magnificent cedar "Cm very emotional right now. I really structure built on the banks of the don't have the words Igsay. her all in Somas. It sets a new gold standard for Deb }loupes and Jane lava Illy hear the community and has become rake pan ú the eeansina out the Gallic is the longest serving members landmark in Port Alberni. It has even { pole at dawn on pu. 13.

ar r r Photos across the bottom from left to right: Lead singer Edward Ross begins losing the Wahmeesh at the pole raising at Tseshaht on Oct. 13. Mike Watts and Hugh Broker join in. Later. Matilda Watts, the wife of the late George Watts, has a cuddle with granddaughter Naelani Georgia Watts. This is her first grandchild. whose name wan, "beautiful girl from heaven." Page 8 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shitth -Sa - Page 9 Province expected to hold treaty vote in November By- Election of Mental Health TiieVaq t By Debora Steel Ha- Shitth -Sa Reporter NTC President Words to live by Hupacasath- Exhausted and relieved. That's what the chiefs of the four Mae - Wake up each nulth First Nations that had just sat Nov 15 day as through the ratification sow count ai the r r l louse of Gathering on Oct. 21 looked ; n like as that prepared to address the 4/. c,Vi el Chief Councillors Mundy (Ucluelet) and Charlie Tseshaht if it were on purpose res _:._ i :`___ Cretas, Sr, (UChucklesaht) join Tyee Ha -wilth Bert can be "There's isn't much more that k Mack (Toquaht) Chief Councillor Robert Dennis Wow I made her aware there is always said," explained Maa -ndth lead treaty treaty negotiator Nicest. Tom Happy nook By Y . ay-aht), chief This Nuu- chah -nulth Tribal Council Special J'net Cavanagh someone I will love more than my negotiator Gary Yabsley, "except that it e (Hun- ay-a.) and Hupacasath Chief Councillor Judith NTC Southern Region Huupiistulth Meeting children and husband. She looked at me Was absolutely Two things n Sayers in a song will be held at Maht Mahs gym (Helping Each Other) positive" victory following the treaty Worker worried and asked who? I explained I eeded to be understood, he said. There ratification vote on Oct. 21, and will begin at 9 a.m. will I love If more otherwise was an credibly high" voter turnout, I would not have any love to give will be a place that will allow Toquaht which was necessary in the treaty vote, This is my new favorite saying I found anyone else I not embers living away the opportunity to if did love myself because it is the number of eligible mot on a coaster I bought for myself this first. come home. votere that matters. To ratify, the nations summer. Working as a a Chief electoral officer Jack Copland watches over LIAM& counsellor in 1 w minded of the importance of (sages said tomorrow will Ming a DONOVAN & COMPANY needed 50 per cent plus one of all whom Oct, 21 as she announces the votes cast by Ucluelet First career spanning 20 years, I think if most self-love when an Elder at m time of reflection, where the will eligible voters to vote "yes" in their Nation members for and against treaty ratification, Barristers and Solicitors of the people I worked with over the Aboriginal Women's have to digest what happened with the Wellness event communities. years thought this, there would be less once challenged us m look vo in themmirror r so wasn't funny," when Ha'wilih Chief Mack said the "Across the board, l think that it was were high it Tyre personal, family and community sums. daily and say aloud "I love you" to discuss the thought that crossed his when "lien the work begins of our almost 85 per cent turnout and the asked to overwhelmingly first mind What gives us personal purpose in Maa ourselves. She explained we say community guiding our government on RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL CLAIMS if it approval rating among those who turned positive vote the treaty got from the Toquaht met the "yes" threshold to ratify daily lives? How uch attention do we enough. we actually might start 72 per where we need to go from here" Our firm represents Residential School Survivors. out ranged anywhere from 71 to members of Uchucklesahi "I had a hard was "We did it pay to finding meaningful purpose in our believing ourselves one day. To the major he said, face." been to get this going One of endeavors, t If you have questions about your claim, vent to roughly 99 per cent in one time key P in g this grin off of my "I've toying lives and our relationships? How do we sincerely show anyone true care and when he heard the two when was is the development of a land code. The the Common community (UChucklesaht)." He said "std' my father still alive -the Experience Payment, prioritire nor needs to help make life concern begins with looking out for people have to approve the laws our even phase me. Ile said treaty -and I never stopped. Ile was my will The Maa -ninth Final Agreement will it didn't or have a potential claim out livable? Will old belies ion or awn needs and aunuriog s positive self- he 2,000 Nuu -chah- ninth -aht Its s happy that so many came out and advisor and turned over his seat to me that must developed before the effect about a please call Karim Ram i or Niki Sharma enilaks do we hold eo to that get in the date the treaty. 1 in to I 18 effective of five communities- Uchucklesaht, voted "and we're going make lives when was just years old." v of clearly defining our purpose nod Mac ai,Iexs wondered w tan He had in his `Them is a lot of work in the Toquaht, Ucluelet, Huu- ay -aht and better for everybody ìn our said it always been direction life? lI ha could we do modvates au a like Nelson that the was the was unity. Our work is just starting. Toll Free at 1- 866 -688 -4272 Ka.'yu:'k't'h'lChe:k'tlesver'h'- communities" family treaty logs a purpose? Mandela to gm out of bed each day. We thought we were working before, or by email Members began to vote on to get rid of the Indian Act, -which my Karim Ramp My late toothless -f stervlad once What purpose drives him to see the father hated but we are preparing for implementation the final agreement on Oct - " [email protected] v childhood autograph book world a better place despite the constant of the huge success of the hinny- 13. Voting concluded Oct. Ile said the treaty will provide about niki Sharma @aboriginaHaw com "As sou wander down life's highway, no hardships history and modem times making evens that took place today, the 20. 74 kilometres of waterfront property, matter slaty goal, keep your eye dish out. first multi -Finn Nation ratification of a The count for Ucluelet which will become an asset for his upon the donut and not upon 2 be happy to the hole.' Alban Einstein one said -We can't people that and treaty... It's such a huge event' Well answer your questions. was a rollercoaster ride for will rhymes forest, These are definitely words I still five by. .solve problems by using the same kind Continued on page I5, Chief Councillor Vi Mundy. fishing economy that is long gone And m though my late fastendad has been of thinking we used when we Heated It had the largest number of gone for 23 years this November. them." How can be find new ways to ballots to count that day and Being a mom of two rapidly growing live bare fully and find pleasure in all it wasn't clear until well into children is a constant reminder of we put ureaenergy intoy Essentially, Notice of Public Review in the count that the treaty OCEANSIDE purpose my daily life. Having work what small incrementalental differences can vould be approved. Order Establishing Land Use Objectives and a livelihood to house, feed and cloth we make to celebrate and ensure we are -Wive been working so -/ CHEVROLET my little family is genuine motivation to adding to a better quality of life for hard on this for hours and for Clayoquot Sound begin each day on purpose. Role - ourselves and our community? hours of communicating 512 E. Island Hwy, Parksville, BC modeling to my children a good life Some examples might be choosing with our people...it was e ihPablo mMled IoMaablmmtenrm IM eIneaedaria, faablvwg filled with goals requires a constant sobriety, saying more kind words, a big job to find them and HOME OF YOUR AUTO LOAN Urd use Unairen fin (Iayagol Sped. The Cann. Sad Teraina. balancing act and sacrifices. smile, maybe getting dressed for the when we did find them they amain; COlr.Mltn rearmed d vneemaoet imm lM (moral Regd., When I mourned this past year, my day, turning off the TV and going for e were very positive and very -Great Rates -More Choice Fyn os ad sunhgmbinuryaao land Mmagran Nrotraype ix- year -old daughter got worried I walk. hang rated for us make UstedIrtevedIrseagecmmhop redeae9oMrnlgaabkdinieneen would love my husband more than her Our very own Shawn (A- in -chut) lhrOryogoiSOwrywaleMrMpawananef omtarm KagrranlesM. that effort to meet with -Great Cars & Trucks -More Approvals and her brother. 1 assured her 1 will Allen once reminded us in a speech them. always love them more because they "We can accomplish anything we set "The emotion today was -Great credit or Not -More Reliable CeORnda n papase (hMara.dade a t ekbvane bulbes crone from within me. 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December 3 - No School (Pro - Day) The Nuuchah -nulth Tribal Council Treaty team every year looks forward to Submitted O, Ris hanl.Samuel Wednesday. strong ties to the nations December 7- Report Cards issued bringing our people together to share in a meal along with the opportunity to NCN Education Worker Starting in November, I sill be pulling From December 10 and I I update you in our process out some of the Nuu -chah -ninth students treaty I ant Caroline Thompson. I am from Christmas Concert The locations and dates are scheduled as following. to start teaching our traditional language, - per Tla- o- qui -aht. I am the second oldest of December 21 - Last day of School for also the history of our people, and 1 will eight children. My parents are Archie Wow. it's hard to believe that the Christmas holidays Location Date Time Venue be starting up my Homework Club again. K.E.S.S. Thompson (Tla- o-quiaht) and Marcia January. 7, Return to School students have been in school Homework Club is three days a week; 2008- from Christmas holidays Thompson (Haldai My grandparents are approximately 40 days. In the month of Monday alter school from 2:45 p.m. to It's back to the books time. The Vancouver November 29/07 5 -8 pm Vancouver Fwmdshp Centre If you are unable to make it to the the late Archie Thompson Sr. (Toquaht), September there was an open house, 3:30 p.m., and Wednesday, Friday we beginning of our school year is filled - Thursday 1607 Bart Hastings parentteacher interviews, I would the late Catherine Williams f' la -oqui- which is a great way to meet your meet during lunch break. As an with love. Why' Because we've had Vanceuver. BC V5L 107 suggest contacting your child's teacher aht),losephine-. Thompson (Ahousaht), child's new leacher. also to meet with incentive, if he dent comes twice two weddings: Our primary T.A. Seattle November 30/07 5 -8 pm Pearl Warm Building the week, we have gym and meet at a different time, just to get the late Ronald Cloutier (Queen missed out, I during will time -Frday 606 -12° Avenue Swab other parents. If you would an update on how she is doing so far Virginia Jules marled Archie Vincent, alter school tie Friday from 2:45 p.m. to h: Charlotte Islands) and the late A. suggest trying to make it for next year year. and Larissa Smith, intermediate T.A., Seattle WA 98144 3:30 p.m.. I am looking forward to start a the school Vi arss December 5 -8 pm St Joseph's Church Geraldine Rufus Martial. has started a school I l/07 Hall The school these two activities. The days work at Alberni are marriedm Derck llamase -Saturday 785 Wert Bumnde Road 1 have. wondered 22- month -old sins smiting day on Wednesdays and I'm Here are some dates to remember: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. We've been blessed with duce new Navarro Decanter 2/07 4 -7 pro Fairview School Gymnasium Michael Willard Marshall and called Write On Wednesday (WOW) or November I2 -No School If you have any questions or rectos- primary leacher Danielle ITsdbi) comments please feel free to give me a -Sundry 205 Howard Avenue a partner of eight .cars. Willard Mecrdì On Emit (MOE). At some point (Remembrance Day) Coccols. intermediate teacher Peggy call at the school. The number is 724- Campbell River December 3/07 5A pm Ocean Crest Community Church Marshall;(ballla III lseshals0. during the day, each class will be writing November 14 -Photo re -take McBeth and special education Eva t by e-mail rsamuel(',hd70.be.ca. -Monday (Selvauoa Army) prion I have in Port a for 22 minutes on the same topic. There November 20 - PAC meeting in lived Alberni lint 15 Dearham. Plus our high school teacher Fdtowvldp Hall years. 1 graduated horn Alberni District Yvonne Lord returned, and we got a 291 McLean Street Secondary School and want on to get my new principal Jeff Rockwell. Port Alberni December 4/07 5A pm Hansen Hell eels And greetings from Gill Elementary Child and Youth Care Diploma from We also added a new janitor and two - Tuesday 3940 Johnston Caroline Thompson Malaspina University- College. Starting in November, 1 will be pulling December 21 -Last day of School for new students. The treaty is still being Rose I ant the Nuu- chah -nulth Education Wednesdays and Fridays. Submitted by Richard Samuel out the Nuu -chah -ninth students to sun Christmas holidays studied by our high school kids. We've Note: Little, Indian Registry Administrator will also be in attendance for those who need o update their status cards. Please Worker for Wood and Maquinna Please feel free to contact me if you NCN Education Worker teaching our traditional language, also January 7, 2008 -Return to School started our sear with random pancake - bring old status card and copy of !den 00alon. For NCN members belonging to Ditidah( elementary schools. 1 am at Wood (724- have any concerns. or the history of our people. That is If you art unable to make it to the mornings. Our mild program happens Newt ant. Nuu- y -alit, Tla- oqui-aht, Toquaht or Ucluelet, please ask your IRA 1132) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and at import information rto communicate something 1 am looking forward M. parent/teacher conference, I would every month. The girls are doing to fax your info to 724 -5767 - Prior to November 20th, 2007. Maquina (724 -0512) on Mondays, about your children. Well, it's great to he back at work Here are some dates to remember: recommend trying to meet with your separate P.E. Yahoo! getting re- acquainted with the students, October 31 - Pumpkin light up in the child's teacher at different time, just to Nays Valley, what an experience. the parents and the teachers. Within the gym at 2 p.m. get an update on how him/her are doing Brandon Smith was the youth Parents /Guardians of Ahousaht first month at Gill there has been an November 6 -Cross Country so far in the school year. representative to look and learn how the Offering support with Elementary/Secondary Scholarship recipients open house and lino }law, a great event November 12 -No School The days 1 work at Gill are Tuesdays N,sga'a people are living with the where the kids get to have a la of fun; (Remembrance Day) and Thursdays. (limahave any treaty. The other amazing thing "a 2007 some of the activities this year included November 20 - Photo retake questions or comments please feel free to chartered jet for natives. successes and struggles Please forward your mailing address information to riding tie a horse eaniage, and dunking December 3 No School (Pro -flay) give me a call at the school. The number 1 believe our language is program Ahousat Education Authority. r. in the December 13 - Christmas Concert is 723 -9311 or by e-mail at our new principal Mr Olson dunk really improving Kyuquot Elementary Submitted by Beaulah J7owe& December 17 -Ream Cards issued rsamuel @sd70.beca. Fax number: 250.670.9555 tank. and Secondary School. At least I'm Ray Watkins Elementary School hearing some kids ow our language. Phone: 250.670.9555 Workshop family on right track We're still going to try to learn to General Delivery, Ahousaht, BC. puts drum and sing you by ourselves. If VOR IAO Hello to all the Nuuchah -helm lanai goals. As the two focus areas, we talked been wanting to do this for a (long) while; should ever get a chance to listen to communities. My name is Beaulah David R. do it. Also Faye B. Both arc Submitted by May Sutherland Sr about plans for school /education and it's easier as a family, Encourage each Howard. 1 am a Mowzchahth6uchalaht and every one of us by showing family awesome speakers. School district H 84 member. l have been so fortunate in had that chance. Subject to Region questions presented in the support; awareness of how The Northern The were Provide of what we being accepted as the Nuu-choh -ninth 'asip Learning Place kindly following order Why are we having this (am asip) offer to/in the community to teach Education Worker here at the Ray offered their facility at the comer of 10th workshop? What your educational our youth. All of our students ran for the cure. Watkins Elementary School in Gold hot sale, CHS office and Roger St in Port Alberni to host our pals! What are yourr employment goals? Other happenings: dog River.

family workshop on July 6. What are your obstacles to achieve your Continued on page 17. welcome back to school dance and The work 1 do is of utmost Present at the workshop were Jan goals? Next, we discussed what your recycled metals. importance, and it ism give support to has a new loll -free number for Beaulah Howard Green, ass'aastp co-ordinator (and family solutions are to deal with these obstacles? the First Nation students in their ember), and Rena Logan, am hasip Youth and adults participated in snuggles, well as in their successes. My main goal is to keep our facilitator, Moy Sutherland Sr, Karen responding to these questions. The youth members to contact them: I am very excited and I am honored to langage: culture active in the school. 1 Sutherland, Pasta Ilaiyupis. Stanley were particularly perceptive in their be here with the young students. So far, also would like to connect with the Lucas Sr.. Carol Ilaiyupis. Barbara participation. on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, I parents and keep them informed of their Sutherland, karmic Sutherland, Matilda Why are we having this workshop? am going in and out of different classes, children's efforts and triumphs. On Sutherland Lathery Lucas, Daisy Lucas, Everyone had very good answers which, 1- S772S3 2012 assisting with the students with Friday afternoons I will be available to Belinda Lucas, Brand' Lucas and of course, were all right These are in assignments, reading or just catching up talk to the parents at the Nuu -chah- Thomas Johnston. point form and self-explanatory: wits the late homework. On Thursday nulth Tribal Council office. So please to see me. Brenda Lucas sent her thoughts and To help family; Important for and Friday. I teach the students sentences parents, feel free to drop in wishes to be there, but since she had a -m as -sip learning place over a cup coffee. to individuals to decide what they want in for care before you go to hospital in our language, and entertain them with We can talk of work, she requested a copy of notes to be life; Need to hear from youth; Little bit of comes of 10th and Roger, 723 -1331 Call the drum and song. It ism exciting! Chou! Take care! taken at the workshop. All participants guidance for to to get where we want For enjoyed. potluck lunch that day. us to know that there's people out Obese Home and Community Care Nursing The family workshop was facilitated that care for us; Help us on becoming If you or a family member is going to be a patient in one of the hospitals by Moy Sr. as a way for all there to have better person; For better futures for youth; POYNER BAXTER LLP in Victoria, Nanaimo, Vancouver or any hospital, could you let us know some assistance in focusing on their to get better jobs and schooling; So that before hand? If you are not able to notify us before hand, please Ra4-1AUtOLO811.C8 future to help towards achieving life we can start reaching for our stars; We've Lawyer. all before you are discharged from the hospital This way we could assist you in getting required equipment, provide personal care hours if needed, provide you with information regarding what you will need to NEED AN Let's all work together Residential School Claims ask your doctor. For example, many doctors do not know that dressing supplies are supplied through Non -Insured Health Benefits (NIMBI and Welcome to E'cole Eric J. Dunn Time and Ready, Cooperative, Kind, AUTO LOAN? a this. Sometimes people get Middle School. Safe. If You Have Questions About: that the client needs prescription for discharged on Friday afternoons and they may require assistance for We say our school because this is a You're In Business personal care. In the Central Region call: Glenda Frank at 670 9655. 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School code of conduce Dunn School school wide plan to improve behavior (250) 724 -5757 R0.CK..S.! Our school community and our student acknowledgement and PERSONAL SERVO 'F:,,,(; VRANTEF.n call Call Scott Kilby 250- 205 -0577 Scot HOCKS when we are Responsible, On recognition program DUNN ROCKS! a Page 12 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 13 Artist Profile Source of inspiration and strength for community Continued from page 6. Carving interest sparked in doctor's office To officially open the multiplex, Elder Anne Robinson gathered all those who worked on the In a desire to Matt larger, more and esthetician.. construction to face the By Debora Steel compelling pier. Before that he worked on building as she sang a prayer. Then, his nine after Wahmesh Ken Watts cut the Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter His work, while based in the art form for years as s traditional, spins off from them and a hobby, but now he's cedar-bark ribbon, the builders lead the a speaks to IJem's own perspective on the contemplating making an a crowds through the bone -colored carved Port Albsrnl -These once was a man world. For example, in his current work, business His work has found doors, works of art created by artist, who was very large who lived in the he's used. killer whale instead of the its place In many pdvatee firm -ah, Gordon Dick. village that Dennis Hetu calls home. whale told of in the story as the creature collections, but it may be The carvings tell the story of the river The large man felt out of place because on whom the eight -toot man is carried. time, Iw and it s; the place where of his size, and fell as though he didn't Inside the base of the carving, a shell hinks, to Tsesaht got fond. made ao economy. quite belong. So he wont to the chief dancer is inlaid. The dancer's face is put his replenished the spirit and the body. and asked for permission to live in the assembled of seven abalone shells fined work in On the doors there is a moon, a canoe, mountains, promising to protect those together. galleries. a young wolf in a dram and, words from mountains, the rivers Hem's love of art the ancestors send encouragement to a and the sea of the a,gy began in school, and he new generation of Tseshaht who will

1 carve new falun for themselves territory !,alQ found he had a knack for { Fs in He lived in the f¡I(', /n " it. It was while sitting in the building. motmtains for many an optometrist's office Once inside guests made a circuit of ' a t years and grew to be gating his first set of the building, looking at offices and 1 running their eight feet all ( a - glasses that carving hands along the cedar One day, a very large ally took hold. The finishes. Eventually, most gravitated to neighboring nation office walls were the deck that juts out over the Somas. a chased a food whale into lei decorated with carved place for staff to go when they need the territory. The people plaques, so in inspiration to carry out their work for of the village could do *t( ' ' ,), r appreciation of his Tseshaht. li nothing, because they V ,/ improved sight, Hetu "Wow, what a crowd here," said Chief u Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Shawn Allen and his wife Nancy enjoy a amend. But caned a new plaque for Councillor Les Sam as he welcomed all the view from the deck of the nevaapQ hseshaht administration building the r man of the 'n the doctor's wall those who had come to witless the opened with fanfare on Oct. 13. mine official building opening. where down. He said it takes the Tseshaht would protect its setting right now, but we are also going Tseshaht treated all its guests to lunch He told them that the building they dovean into the sea and caught that whale right tools and the ability to look at a Aboriginal rights and title to its through a transformational change will, M Main blab gym, and for the were standing in began al a community by the dorsal fin, and, using an eight - chunk of wood and mentally subtract traditional territory. our staff lust the increase in staff afternoon accepted from community forum three years before foot paddle, paddled that whale through pieces while envisioning the results to "We have to be mindful that that will morale of being ìn a beautiful bright members and leaders the best wishes "We need a new place to do our the water. That large nation was get the work desired This current piece, happen in this building," he said. building, with fresh air and tributes honoring business,- council was astounded by the Siva of the man, and called Honoring the Kakawin, took two Nene Van Volsen is and being with that -I1_w their accomplishment. told. And having never seen anything like him months working eight hours a day to so the leaders Tseshaht's director of source of strength and en! Hupacasath before, they turned tail went forward to work inspiration create from raw operations, and her within our o presented a pole of and headed out of the on that need, and from -Ira, log to finished wide smile never eyesight given _a Eagle and Bear to the their own resources and territory. product. There erred to leave her moment. [the river] l j hosts. and asked that with the help of Health Speaking from his per. a total of six face for one moment of that's one part of the r Tseshaht find a quiet ' \l home in Port Alberni, grimes he hopes Canada, put the building the day -long anafonnation," Van gair(V place in the new Hem tells the story that T to create from together. -I .1 celebration of the Volsen said. building for it to the inspiration "It's a provided ` the cedar. gamma a grand opening. She told us she land, to be a place for his latest creation. It a Surprisingly, house that is going to The wood used in the understood who Iba Itt where staff and guests as told to him by his carry us into the future. at a loss for t was the first f/I construction of the was words. mold go for grandparents Cecil and time in four It's a place where we _ multiplex was "les been a powerful reflection. Jesse Mack. He is the ni years that Hem i can deliver services to harvested from Dome, with a happy Tseshaht also n of the late Sharon ..a 1 had picked up our people- housing, Tseshaht's traditional ending, and really that presented gifts to Mack and the late health, education, and happy ending is a new r`- J ilk knives, he 11 lands, she told Ha- Mow instrumental m Maurice Hetu. His r I told Ha- Shilth- ü. every otter area that Chief Councillor Les Sam Shilth -Sa. beginning. We're excited Councillor Wendy Gallic the creation of the uncle is needs service delivery. Bert Mack. i Sa. He is "What makes us very about all of the possibilities- We're building. Hem stands beside his It's a place where every energized, WOW refreshed, we're raising currently on a rt proud is that this A photo of the building lit at night complex carving, honed from a red leave of absence from working Tseshaht can feel proud building is funded the bar, and that is what this is about" was presented to the architect, Lobar to walk into cedar from Clayton. Sound. The artist for the tribe, where he saved as the door. through our own Many dignitaries were on hand to Twbka, as well as a bent cedar bon knew, as soon as he saw the log, that he the aquaculture. safety, fisheries knowing they are going jaw s resources so we have witness the opening, including Assembly heated by a local artist. would use it to tell this story. and environmental to get the hest service strong sense of pride of of First Nations Regional Chief Shawn c "l think the building would not be a possible," Hetu, of Toquaht, describes himself as representative, the fire chief and Sam mid. Alf Ih ownership for this Allen, Union of British Columbia Indian without working with you, your a self-taught, commentary artist He where he was involved in the It was new building." Being Chiefs President Stewart Phillip, and and the council and all the has over the years made his own regalia, student program every year. He beginning for Tseshaht located on the river is a Nuuchah -nulth Tribal Council Vice workers," said the architect "We take and he including wolf and bear masks, took a leave to be with his eight was proud. source of inspiration President Michelle Corfield. only a fragment amide for the headdresses and shawls, and he quickly children and wife Char, who ìs "The building site that and strength for the -Today is a great day for the Tseshaht building. The., per cent of it goes to moved beyond crafting we arc on WaS very smaller carvings studying to become a hair stylist people, Van Volsen Nation," she said. "The tribal council is all the people who worked on it and on strategically picked for added. honored to be part of the opening of the Health Canada funding portion of it. our presence on the "It's been a long their new administration building and Ian been a great pleasure for us to work river, for the lifeblood journey for a lot of our we look forward to watching them grew on the building and it's a lot more of the salmon resource vision Invitation to meet with Director of Operations Iona' working in the old and prosper through their through warding than building shopping to Tsesaht, to our the years urchin.: centres, believe me Nene Van Salle. residential school, the location here of telling stench alone was EC Scott Hall and Margaret Eaton }w people who we are as a nation, said enough to make people ill. And every Sam. time it rained we had rain pouring He then acknowledged the sacrifice through the oiling. through the 18 made by one of the larger extended electrical And for people that worked in After the Indian Residential School Survivors Conference See our families of Tseshaht the building that were victimized, you to discuss healing and compensation options available "The family that occupied this site can imagine that was very traumatic for community event graciously moved aside, recognizing the them coming to work every day and tact the Tseshaht people had to move being in a space where there is so much listings under the Independent Assessment Process (AIP) forward," said Sam. "The Dick family pain for information Meet with Scott and Margaret was the last ones to occupy this site ...It She said it was also similarly painful Or Phone Scott or Margaret at was very emotional for that family to for people accessing service "in the same at the Hospitality Inn pave the may for all Tseshaht, and I building you would experience things as on sports 1- 800 -435 -6625 want to thank you for that" a child" 3835 Redford St. tournaments and any time to make an He said the Tseshaht are Ymigfful of She said community members put Port Alberni, BC our future hem." There will be nosiness their blood, sweat and tears into every other activities in appointment. with neighbors -Port Alberni and the piece of the new building "every piece From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the area. We look forward to seeing you! regional district, with Hupacasath and of wood, every nail, every electrical Oct. 26, 2007 and Oct. 27, 2007 other rites -lai he also promised that outlet, every, window." Wahmeesh Ken Watts cuts the cedar -bark ribbon to open the new Tseshaht the governance house would be a place "Not only do we have a physical new administration building on Oct. 13. Page 14 - Ha -Shit tl -Sa - Oct, 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 15 Letters to the Editor Klecko's - kekoo Maa -nulth approved Tofino General ends Life lessons learned Continued from page s. get on with it Ile said he see a lot of opportunity in Still, the effective date will not be until I would like to thank my mother thanking everyone who came to .sail treaty. "It's such an awesome document. early 2010. Shirley John, It's been now One him while in the hospital before and Every time we go through it and see Them is also other work to do in the services months since that tragic An after his birthing night surgery. what we negotiated. It's going to move and that is to solve some of Dear Editor: area and, after speaking to some local awful and terrifying accident occurred Ile said, "When all the visitors ourur people ahead at a fast pace."re the shared land issues with other not. It is with sadness and frustration that I women, a committee was and Slay 24. 1 can imagine how afraid my surrounded themselves around my bed fed Chief Robert DennisI said the province Mae -nulth First Nations. am ring to announce the end of fundraising was family got when I was struck by a in the hospital with a prayer, feel undertaken. you has indicated that it would be willing to "I believe all of the five Mae -ninth elective obstetrical services at Tofino Maureen Wells and vehicle at a cross walk. their presence, the late Kathy I didn't know their comfort, when table its ratification vote in early communities of the view that, if there General Hospital. Dr. O'Brien and f will Eettìnk spearheaded the project and how much I put them through until my asleep. It you're makes you stronger, November. is concern that rethey will be worked out no longer be doing Dr. created the birthing now have, told I deliver., room we younger sister and brother me and I am home now to thank them, to The fads are another matter, he said, amicably and in discussion with the Armstrong and Dr. Ktllins stopped doing complete with a birthing bed and decor how my son Cecil reacted and my say Limo." but in speaking to the federal chief various said Yabsley. deliveries over the past year or so. Many mothers have labored and many parents. So as I came out of that state. awake negotiator Eric Denhoff?the message When casked bon the overlap issue There arc a number for the reasons babies have been born them in the past The fear of death, me...how could and looking at my family, who were has gone up to the top that Maa-nulth discussion was going with Tseshaht. demise of meal obstetrical service, but vo decades. this happen, or why would it happen? by my bedside, I had to call my Aunt has ratified- So that certainly signals Chief Dennis offered only a "nu the critical problem is our deepening is The birth of a baby is a joyous event The answers to this were hard to Greta to share how 1 felt. I cried that they are lust as anxious as we are to The moment of moth for the fate of the Ylaa -nulth Final Agreement. nursing shortage. Our hospital has for the parents and creates a positive ignore due to the massive amount of knowing ...Ile had to be there in spirit. singly frequent occurrences of buzz the atmosphere of the hospital. injuries 1 endured. 1 bless the people I sham my life with nursingt staff shortfalls. This means that Having children bom in their own Mom, you have been through and who 1 Proud to be this have shared on council today it with in at times our hospital is partially closed community authenticates the Identity of Healing and support before with our late brother Brooke, the past. Continued from page 14. passionate about) and coaching Sheldon down and there is no in- patient service, the community. It lessens the disruption and then again with Peter. Now, your Mom and Dad, I do love you both I going through a complete and the boys in basketball. He was really The Tliswligin Residential School . And the funds must go where they which means no elective deliveries. to the family. Studies show better m daughter Beverley. I am no sorry for so much! You rollercnaster For them excited about his life. truly was Working Group Society is putting on a will help survivors directly. These partial closings occur without outcomes for low risk mothers who are in my memory. of retaken. Ile placing in your heart this Pan II feel strong. My medicine happy. suryivots conference. The conference is Come listen to their ideas. They need warning, and result in a degree of crisis deliver in or near their home horrible Thank you for all that you have given pretty feeling It's right now is my children and their On ANN iasehtsills sign there is a being held in Port Alberni at the Main help and support from everyone. and chaos as the duty nurse straggles to communities. of fear. something parents me in this lifetime, and I thank the do not through smiles/laughter, surfing. the group called "Celebration of Evan Malts on Mission Road, Thursday, Oct. I say klwo to the group for having manage the situation. It is not safe for a en Twenty ,ears ago, most mothers -to-he want to go at all. Lord/God almighty for giving me a reawbeach, jogging, traditional music, l'ouchie" where you can post your 25 starting 9 a.m. the respect, courage and ambition to put mother -to -be to arrive at the hospital in chose to deliver locally and them were I love you mom, and with that I second chance al life. want Evan's trends -_ when they call ìr really picturos /stories. I will be working on a The purpose of the conference is to on this conference. labor when this sort of situation is 50 to 60 deliveries per year at Tofino to thank you for just being you. I was meant to survive for reason picks we up, and taking the bays that he scrap book for the boys, so if you have meet, listen and discuss some healing Taking responsibility. This group, I morning. General. Over the years, there has been a so strong, so patient, so caring and and that is to not only receive good for Mantles. coached to basketball. any pictures of Evan I would love to idea. survivors and their understand. are volunteers and are The other issue is the shortage of trend for mothers to choose to deliver loving to each and every one of us. I memorieses but to also share good I m very proud of Evan and really have a copy. PO Ilea 1124, Ucluelet, BC They are expecting some honorable, su of residential schools. nurses trained in obstetrics. New nurses out of town; however, there are will apologize for sending you away. I memmies! Thank you to all the people respectful guest speakers to the do not get feel that is where my strength comes VOR 3A0 or from First Again kleco group. obstetric training and require I women who want to stay local. didn't mean to and now I wish you who crane by to visit me; George and from. He was proud f himself. He was melodycharlie: '24s. homed som Nation governments m be at the Hope you, your family will attend training while employed at Tofino I have patient who want to deliver stayed longer with me, by my side. Gloria, Carol and Don, Greta and conference to show their meaningful just to show- support and say hi. And General llospttal. Experienced nurses sober the last two -and -a -half years of Next year.' would like to have a because I here they themselves were bom I was depressed, hurting, and didn't Brooke, Grace Had. and my his support for survivors. you will support .survivors and their also require refresher in order to his life and really took pride in memorial basketball tournament in his courses here; some who have delivered their quite understand the consequences. I wonderful Mother Shirley, Ionia and ocean It is hoped that these leaden will families to attend this conference. safe and expert care for laboring sobriety. Ile loved surfing and the name here in Ucluelet. Thank you to provide F previous children here want to have their have learned a good lesson in life Dennis. from Dawn, Tina T, Tina R, my and every chance he got he was out everyone who came out to the beach that lobby on behalf of survivors for healing Walk the talk mothers. The physic - and nurses of next child hem, some who want to avoid all this. I woke up a few days later, boss and his wife Norma, Liana, Chris there. He would come home and tell me day. That really touched my heart. Evan programs for all survivors, regardless of Chun kleco Tofino General Hospital have beene the huge disruption and expense of and on that one I realized morning I Dawson, uncle Andy Webster, my a, "I caught the best wave of my life" must have been smiling where they arc from or where they live. Alberni residential whoa' survivor requesting the provision of obstetric moving themselves and looking down. their family to a was unable to talk, to breathe on my children Connie, Kathleen, Cecil and story practically every day. He was front our hearts Them are many r side dial shad Chamarook training for our staff for years, however, distant community to await the birth of Kira, own, and unable to be mobile; late daughtecìn -law Kim. If I forgot proud of his family, his communities, Melody; .Sheldon, Judea, survivors who need mental help and Wally Samuel Vancouver Island Health Authority their baby. We have been advocating on Peter Charlie's words came to mind. anyone, sorry. being on chief and council (very and Baby Evan. have no place to go. They need help Ahousalr (VIHA) has not been willing to do this. behalf of these patients to maintain He had invited me to home to put a When I firs) moved to Tofino 21 years obstetric care at Tofino General Hospital. kleco in the Ahousaht news letter, Beverley McEwon ago as a new doctor embarking on my We have not been successful. armor, I found the hospital had a So, sadly, the birthing bed purchased Regional Health Survey delivery "table' in the operating room. by the community sits empty and the era In my training at the brand new Victoria of babies bom locally has come to an The 2002/2003 RHS was conducted in 39 BC First Nations Communities whereby 1,944 First Nations participated General Hospital the mothers-to-be all end. Hopefully it's not a harbinger of labored and delivered on modern, more other losses to come for our local including children, youth and adults. The RHS is also conducted in many First Nations communities across Canada. comfortable birthing beds. I thought this healthcare. would be for the women of our haler Dr Porn Frazee The overall purpose of our Regional Health Survey is to capture the health and well being of First Nations people. Time, National and Regional RHS reports were compiled outlining the current health and well being of First Nations effort needed to /h People. fund raise for new centre Participating First Nations Communities will hire their own community members to conduct the interviews. The the Dear Editor: Jensen, Cheryl Brennan or Darlene First Nations Chiefs' Health Committee will train these interviewers to implement RHS. On Port Alberni Friendship Centre Leone* if you wish to help. I'm very happy to see everyone here Recently I attended an awesome and Over the next few months we will be preparing for the Phase 2 whereby we will be consulting those initial RHS again, many thanks to Cyndi Stevens for very emotional workshop organized by First Nations community participants and recruiting new First Nations communities. her unconditional support our exceptionally capable board member I am Elizabeth Tan. I am the program John Rmpanne, who Hated the advisory representative on the board of devastating effects of colonization on the For further information about the Regional Health Survey, please visit our website at www.fnchc.ca Information directors of the friendship centre, and I aboriginal nations, especially on the Children are medicine can also be obtained from our RHS National office at their website www.rhs -ers.ca RHS National and Regional thoroughly enjoyed working with the youthful warriors. runners, children and I would like to thank everyone who Thank you to all my friends, Rikki upon If your First Nations community wants to participate in RHS Phase 2, please Elders, Parents Advisory Youth Reports are available request. Council. the family. John is keen now to promote has been there for or during the loss of Harness, Steve Sparge,. Jeanine Council and Knee -Waal, Children's contact the RHS Coordinator as soon as possible. neeeitgsuu haahuupa, cultural unity. our father and husband Evan touch, Lindsey, Abby Panicle Vik McConnell, ( Brighter Future and cultural events. As a result of this, I I would latch; Thank you to my parents Louie and and Lilia Salk for all you did. Thank Thank you from the bottom of my share with you that in 1945 British prime Selina Frank and my Auntie Ramona for you to Evan's brother and best friend RHS Contact information: heart to the youth, who went all out to minister Winston Churchill, who was staying with on and looking after us. Ivan Thomas for just being there, and support fundraising for us to attend the diagnosed as dyslexic with reading Thank you to my Uncle Lewis Auntie your phone calls. 31st annual Elders gathering hosted by David S. Clellamin, BSW `Suite 1205 - 100 Park Royal South problems, introduced the V sign for Cathy, and Richard for always being Special thank you to Abets, First the Sgaumish Nation; a great experience West Vancouver, BC V7T 1A2 victory with his fingers. So, 1 would hike mere Thank you to Fdic Ross and /lean Nation for taking Evan in. Ile was Regional Health Survey Coordinator that I will never forget. all you to of adopt V for volunteer with for all the wonderful food you brought always very proud to be from home and First Nations Chiefs' Health Committee Tel: 1 866 913 0033 This year 1 have proposed that we vigor leading to victory. every day. Thank you to Fdc's husband knew hat in time of need it would he Email: dclellamintffnchc.ca should support our future leaden to raise May I share my philosophy with you? Steve for taking us out on the boar. Allousat who would be there for us I lc money for the youth centre building Aim for victory in all your careers and Thank you to Grandpa Dave Frank for loved the togetherness, closeness, fond. I have already .started date from Suite 620 -100 Park Royal South attend evening school classes to kam the cleansing. Thank you to Gail culture. giving, pulling together, 'Move Oct.19/07 campaigning and my friends. Winston your mother tongue and preserve your Campbell for watching Baby Evan. generosity, donating.., the tore heart and Sheila Joseph, have generously culture like !did. You arc my family. any Thank you Charles McCarthy for all the Ahousat has_ donated three items fora mine! a six - RHS Independent Review Harvard University children, grandchildren and great fish. Thank you to everyone who called toot canoem paddle, a child's buggy, and grandchildren. Thank you to Ucluelet (Richard and came to be with me. I am sorry if I four world, 2002/03 RHS was unique in complete sets of fine dining dinner Ihsuk?is'cawaak- "Everything is one Compared to other national surveys of Indigenous Peoples from around the the Mundy and Maureen Touchie and seemed rude. Al the time I did not want dishes. and all is connected." First Nations Ownership of the research process, its explicit incorporation of First Nations values into the research everyone else). Mowachat Tlao-qui-aht to be hugged. sill I or sad. Such a huge Mark Sutherland, the Kam gam and their representatives at each stage Chun Alert,- thank you and Dilideht First Nations. Thank you pan of me was Gs) angry that he ìs design and in the intensive collaborative engagement of First Nations people cultural events co- nrdinatur, donated a Elizabeth Ton everyone who brought food, or gave in gone of the research process. ease of salmon. Get In touch with Daniel Pori Alberni your way of giving, sharing or helping. Continued on page 15. Oct. 25, 2007 - Page 16- Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 17 Birthdays & congratulations Excuses holding some family members back S Happy Happy Continued from page 10. (defined 'affirmation'; being positive birfday lo 14 (belated) What are your plans for oho. yourselfothers); Be yourself, not sou , seventh .. school /education for yourself? There is somebody else; Make sacrifices; Look to I 9 birthday to my Papa Oren th a little bit of diversity in the plans of your family and Mends for support; Go (1/K) Oct. daughter lama those intending to get more education. To 1000! XI Mountains; Utilize resources, Elders; 16. Steven Oct. 5 and There were nine ideas Pi put forth by the Don't hold things in; Re: racism- make I R. Titian, happy 12th group. friends, kill them with kindness; Remove w we wish birthday to my 1, Go to school every day; Finish high yourself t Happy 5th birthday to our fiat baby, if from racism; Know your you a good day (and we didn't phone, daughter school and grad in 2008; Play high .L! choices and make good ones; Take it all Abigail Cassidy Titian on Oct 20. Brooke Frank: Happy birthday gal. I Love you anyway.. From Duch Kathaleen on Nov. 4. Love you both - - school /college 21 sorry.) Holy Moles. five years came and went am quite happy with what you have ball; Get tirade 12 n; Ask questions; Never give up; and always and forever. From mom, certificate; Get Grade 11 English; Go to Make commitments and keep Kidd. so fast We arc very proud of all that been successful doing and with the them. Harold and Granny. university; Get a degree in Early And remember: you do, especially at school. We are new changes coming into your life. I We can do it. We're Under the 0 -22: Childhood Education; Get nursing Nuu -chah -ninth! so glad God blessed us with you. We air hey .oBt find what II is you're s¡¡ Ha, ha ha Mike Happy I Ith degree; Get tourism certificate. The family workshop group then were love you more than your beautiful looking for.. I have asked you to re- you know 22 is birthday to our san What are your plans for wodccareer? given a guided tour through the am'aasip mind could imagine. All our love locate and move to Van. so that I can under II 0 is for Dwayne Michael - Everyone has plans of what they would balance /coordination /thinking gym. always, from your "BEST DADDY ", have family with me I really hope October, though Little on Nov. 1. We like to do; some family are Everyone had fun learning Mommy and baby brothers Darren , you do. You'll see that with re- of the about the My kids were hope you have a to do equipment and how it works. and Lee. locating, you will find and make new already starting what they planned trying to guess , 4 This was a great workshop, wonderful day. You friends and possibly come up with a (Jan, Soy, Ben, Rena) and others are enjoyed how old you arc are the best and we i still working at it. by all family and Renal Thanks Welcoming our new career, or education! love you Family takes part in some exercises at a- Lording ''Tact in Pon Alberni gonna be...but are all so proud of Become an elementary school am aesip Learning Place for allowing us new beautiful sweetie and I wish you all the best for during workshop to set goals for group. they couldn't count that high! to you.. We love you to the moon and leacher; wanted to be a pediatrician; use your facility. grand daughter your birthday. I'll meet you in Kidding. Happy birthday my Bingo back. nano love dad and mom and Youth peer; Support family and Friends; Media; Attitude; Drugs and university degree. We discussed the fact We all recognize that we needed to do Comedy Sanessa Vitoria, even if !have to send for companion! Best of luck to you...you your sisters Katherine and baby community; Work with kids or building alcohol /peer pressure; Trying to keep my that there are many different levels of this, and plan to have more follow -up Norma McKenzie . you and then bring you to Vancouver. know where! From your FAV niece company; Carpentry- build/fix homes; own children focused in their school; To expertise to work with different focuses sessions like the "Circle of Hotness" to Mona McCanhv Frank, Made her Christine. Take care and God bless you gorgeous (and Abi, Plum and Lee). Become an Early Childhood Education leave negative feelings behind; Me and when looking at working with discuss if there are any hems we need to grand entrance on Sept. 28 2007. gal! Hugs, gags from, Auntie Bev, youth. Wishing etcher; Get a good job with good my own attitude; Never had thought of Who are solutions to overcome pursue, and if things arc going good. Weighing 716s. 8 oz. Baby, we waited Connie, Kathleen, Cecil and Kim. Happy _ Thomas and wages; Have a future; a good future. finishing school; need help; Lack of self- these and other r obstacles? It is good to We recognize that providing a regular \ 1 so patiently for your arrival. Now that birthday to +- Christine What are your obstacles to achieve esteem. cognize the problems, but now we can support network where we dedicate time you're here. papa and I can't got r- Happy sixth our favorite your goals? The youth are very Some side points on this discussion look at some possible solutions. to all down and discuss these things will enough !our presence. We want ,_R\ Smith d anniversary on folk em of s¡ as r of Hoorn 6th perceptive and aware of themselves and included a couple of examples of the kind Everyone contributed to this meaningful help. realize our goals. o know that we will he for .. k-T- Oct. 20 to my all! Lyse our you here - .. h- j01 a what/who is around them. of education necessary to achieve goals. discussion. Please note ra Other families who you ro any not tat mot We love A loving husband nisse on Oct. on Ott 29 Excuses; we have to quit making For instance, nif you want to be a peer Talk to people you mot; Change your interested in planning this type a of you so meld Lots of love. Papa Dwayne 16. You mean so much to us. and you for our VONO Teachers and the way they treat sou need at least Grade 12 and Mends, if there is negative peer pressure; workshop their youth can contact Jan Elmer and Mona Men,, Hope enjoy day, Love ft Ambrose. I know that the Liss move was just as My own attitude; Racism, Fighting; communication skills If you go on to a Use positive peer pressure; Stand up for Greer at sip 'weaning Place at aim ajit Dwayne. Suey', Dwayne Jr. h - always us`es much hard on us. os it was you. But People who make bad choices; Limited college diploma, this will open doors to yourself, Believe in yourself; Positive 723 -1331 to arrange a time loser up this We would like to wish Katherine and baby (Helm dreamed of a we know life must grow and we are job opportunities in Port Alberni; better opportunities. You can also get a affirmation for yourself and others type of informal workshop. our n Peter ' home. and so very proud old! tour Campbell a happy. 3 We would family with a accomplishments! You are true, I. 12th birthday un Oct. like m wish a wonderful honest. an excellent mother, daughter, Spotlight on Don Burnstick on Day Two of AGM 25. Have an awesome husband who'd shier. aunt. grand daughter, etc. day. My goodness A birthday to share the warmth of special times, the for the next week and would be .... unfortunately the audit was not And way is always the honest w you are growing up to ( Wayne Curley ups and downs, the fun. You're the By Jack F Lillie available to community completed for the membership. The and loving way. Never forget that we fast. a mat (mans we hest pan of that dream come tine. and Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter members to company belongs to the membership. all appreciate what you do for us, and Nominations were then open for UDC are getting older LOL. Enjoy your Weiner Man every time I look at you I fall in love (law of the key components the rest of the family. You are always 1Tla'' a day son. We lone you with all our LOL on Oct. all over again. Hope you enjoy your mentioned was the purchase of directors. the first one to help any of us, and we Several nominations were made. The heart. You are the joy of my life. 31. Enjoy your day and not to much day. I love you to the moon and harem oUeluauhl First Nation (UFN) the Thornton Motel. Another call tell you how fortunate we all are follows: Tyson Touchie, Love Mom and Dad. fun. Don't look to scary for Halloween back..xoxo love always your wife invited well -known comedian Don was the 24 new housing units results were as to have you. You're a strong, healthy, Touchie, Dan Al LOL. From Ange and Sonny. Stacy. Bumstick to be the keynote speaker for Mat would soon be available Pearl Coed.. and very humorous woman. And we Happy anniversary to Dave and Tam thew annual general meeting (AGM). Ile for the membership. The units McCarthy and Larry Baird Sr. were cherish each day we get to joke Frank on Oct. 20. Have a great day. Happy belated birthday: Oct 2 There (aunty. Natalie) Enka. Meagan, -Peter also provided a show for the public. are expected to he toady by elected as the UDC directors. around with you, and have our jass From Stacy. Jr., Dwayne. Dwayne Brandi, Dermis Jr and Manin Wilson, Martha Watts, Pat Williams; On Oct. 14, Bumstick played an March 2008. also another motion passed to make the n with you. A very happy birthday to Katherine and Christine. Happy birthday to Mania Jimmy for Oct 3- Richard Charles, Frank C.; Oct instmmcntl role in the success of the Brynjolfson made a appointment fora two-year ?can instead ya. Love your gang @ e240 how. We would like to send a very happy Oct 15. Happy anniversary to Dmrin and 4- Debbie (Mack) Weir, Phillip Mack, AGM in a role he said he does not get statement that he intends to of a one-year appointment. Uncle Elmer, Auntie Mer, Edward, 18th wish to my birthday oldest son Veronica Williams on Oct. 20. Happy Betsy Potter; Oct s Medea Christine to do much of anymore, being a work very closely with the A strong directive to both the UDC Kayla, and Wesley. Cory D. Curley for Oct. 26. OMIT binhday to Damn Williams on Out 29. Louise Peter. Happy 26th birthday; Oct motivational speaker. UFN chief and council and dire and the chief and council was already son getting up therein age. Ha to Jennifer Watts; Oct 9 -Dion Watts, given seek the funds to hire a CEO9 Happy birthday "Buttons" Alfred 8- Community members gm to see pan also said that the UFN is io a 1 to ha, just kidding. l hope have an in you Dick Oct. 24. Happy birthday to Sidney Melody Antoine; Oct 1. (Ilona Ross; of the other side of Bumstick, a serious good financial position. Ross with one of the main responsibilities awesome day. We love you and we are Dick Oct. 22 and happy birthday to Oct 11-Bev Unger; Out 12-Aaron and compassionate perss with a wealth mentioned also that the UFN the area of economic development for very proud of you. Love Mom (Char) Watts; Oct 13 (Boogie) the community. I David ?rest on Oct. 24. Love always, -Norman of knowledge and experience. has been in a year of transition . and Stepdad (Dennis) Eunice, Kathaleen, and Watts; Oct 15 -Mania Jimmy; Our Next on the agenda after the UDC Judy, Jenna After breakfast was served, Barb with the auditor, and is pleased .77; We would like to wish our big brother Harold. 18 -Irene Robinson; Oct 19 -Happy Touchie said an opening prayer. This with the financial report to the completed the business was Don Don Burnstick shares the four gifts that keep u Cory Curley a happy 18th birthday on Happy birthday to my sister, Kim birthday Margaret Robinson, Louisa as followed by emcee Mike McCarthy, Bumstick. 26. We love in balance. Oct. you two love Erika, Mather on Oct 28. I hope you have a Scott; Oct 2I- Genelyn Barney; Out who recapped the first days business membership."This community is "It is great to be here in a beautiful Meagan, I am very Con -drag -illations to my Uncle Oscar Hindi, Jr, Dennis Jr and wonderful day and a 22 -frail K. Gus (31 again LOL); Oct of the meeting. He then called on Edit improving and it is getting better," said recommendations were adopted by the land and beautiful people and Martin. amongst Joseph. and my Dad Arthur Joseph great year ahead and many more to 24- Button's Dick aka Alfred; Oct Ross, the UFN financial manager, to Roes. She also reminded the chief and unity members after questions and happy to be back here again For beating their personal records at To everyone. Have safe and happy come. Love always, Robyn, Bucky and 29 -Alex Ancona (Chops) enjoy your review the audit. Ross mentioned that council members of both the past and dimusion. sour community," said Bumstick. He on the to Mission Race Way. Uncle Oscar did Halloween. kids. day can. Peter Brynjolfson should be arriving present that it was late Norman Taylor After the report from the auditor there also commented dune over Nov. I: We would like to wish Loma between Port 13.78 @ 101.25 mph on the banner- Happy birthday my auntie Karen Frank Happy bBirthday for November momentarily and that she was filling in who made a statement that we (UFN) was both a break for nutrition, a well as Ucluelet, especially Elliott a very happy 38th birthday. 1 and Ucluelet The highway is mile and my dad did 13.84 @ 100.01 on Oct. 15. I hope you have a Nov -Annie Watts; Nov 7- Auntie for him nil he arrives. Ross also want w be the best Firm Nation by the temporary break from the AGM, as the Alberni mph. Better Luck next year. Holay, 38. Dang sis, you arc pain close wonderful day and many more to come. Eunice Joe, Sonia Watts, Stephanie, mentioned that the auditor, Brynjolfson, year 2013. Ucluth Development Corporation (UDC) very, very windy, he said, as he used as everybody was to the big 401 Well anyway.. hope you Love you auntie. Love always, Robyn, Neil; Nov 12 -Cousin Rick Valennuela; would he in the office and community The auditor's report and was on the agenda to hold their body language have a good birthday, Love Char and Bucky and kids. Nov 14- Tyrone M. Happy Birthday; AGM.? laughing. Dennis. Happy birthday to Rayless M. on Oct. Nov I5-Cousin Walter Thomas. Emcee McCarthy called the meeting "Laughter ono. medicine. lilt We would like to wish auntie Loma a leaders post- treaty good for the soul." 16. l hope your day was a nice one and a Happy anniversary Rita-ann and Martin Future back to order and requested the UDC to doing comedy happy 38th birthday on Nov. I. hope the year ahead Watts. Nov 26 -Happy 28th birthday Continued from page 2. when the Maa -ninth treaty was ratified. give its report to the membership. The Bumstick has been Love Cory (Chanty. Natalie) Erika, now for more than 10 years. Bumstick is a special one. Love always, Monique, Samara Rochelle Marshall. Hope you Prior to the youth panel presentation, Barb and Bernice Touchie then UDC directors that were appointed al a counsellor and Meagan, Brandt... Dennis Jr and Bucky, and kids. all enjoy your binhday and anniversary! Gary Yabsley, Dan Legg and Tom discussed the importance of the last year's AGM were Maureen Touchie, is a Cree from Alberta, for 20 years. Martin. Happy birthday for October 2007: Oct. Love from Marvin, Pearl, Amos, Violet, Happyuaok (Messrs) gave a preservation of the language and also the Bernice l'oucic, Wilson Jack, Susan has been sober Nov. 5: A is one of the main issues We would hike birthday wish out to my sister 2 -Peter Wilson; Oct. 9 -Mummy FR, Lisa, Danny (,Michael. Marvin, presentation on the Maa-aulth Treaty. importance of our youth. The youth were Mundy and Larry Baird Sr. Alcoholism people have had to face up to wish a lolly. Erickson. Hope you have a (Pearl W. Tutube). Love you all 4 and al Lawrence Tototube and Doug, Peter, This was followed by Tyson Touchie acknowledged publicly by Barb Touchie. President Maureen Touchie reported First Nation Family stmcture has happy birthday good day lima. Love Char, Dennis and Son In -law Lisa, Danny, Emma Victoria Wilson as well Dororthy and and Richard Mundy, youth panel Marsh. Tom Happy on. also briefly that the major item of business was the to the present day. kids. a lot in the past 25 years, to Don Mickey Lawrence Campbell. Dick Moms. members who gave a very brief discussed the ha'wiìhs' role in the pos- purchase of the Mormon Motel. Director broken down said. Ile encouraged the on Oct. 27. Nov 6: A big happy 12th birthday to my Happy birthday for November 2007: Lordy, Lordy look who has and is presentation on the youth's perspective treaty.t enyn.menl. Baird also mentioned that in the past Bumstick youngest son JR. Almost a teenager my community members to get lock to the Enjoy your day Nov. 7 Grams Eunice Joe. I love you; turning 40! Charlie Oct. 14; Jeff Oct. post -treaty. t In each of the presentations in regard year the directors have had a hard time stay focused, and especially do man, o too son. I miss you. Hope you have a really Nov. 14 -Tyrone Marshall; Nov. 26- 20; Sharon Dec. 4. You thought we After lunch, Ida Mills, Marge Touchie to treaty, it was mentioned by each of sing a quonan fora meeting. Baird basics, one thing well rather than trying to do a much fun LOL. good day. Love Mom and Dennis. Samara Marshall. Love your cousin and wouldn't remember, but we are thinking and Vi Mundy gave a presentation on the speakers about the importance of the lao mentioned Mat as director of the From Ange and We would like to wish our little brother grandkids Violet, Marvin Jr. Mike, Lisa of you on your special day. Take care. the education committee's work to date youth they are the future leaders of UDC, training was provided to directors. lot of things. Continued on page 20. Sonny. Jr. a Happy 12th birthday on Nov. 6. We Tutube, and Danny Combed (Marvin We love you all from the family. and how they see living with the treaty morrow. President Touchie reported that love you and miss you. Love Cory and Pearl's 61 Son In -law). Continued on page 22. Page 18- Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- 511 th -Sa - Page 19 C - «1i4n4iA4 Labal Tournament Master's Tournament Postponed tlwamer(llahaw.ca by Oct. 26. The winner of the Oct. 26 to 28 Nov. 9 to 11 them wins S300. Past themes 2006: Honoring the past andembracing the future, 2005: Honoring past Tseshaht Tseshaht leaders, 2004: Some day in the fume, our youth will be our leaders. Fun games Friday Doors will open at 8 p.m. at Somas The tournament will be held in the New Year. In the is in place of Hall. Two to eight players a learn. Entry f $100 per meantime, ]amino hosting.. Memorial Basketball Tournament I at If you would like to enter a team, call Vine team. Any questions, please call la/el or Joe Corky ours. 23 to 25 (250)725 -3842 /(250)266- 0568/(250)725 -8842. All Robinson or Mike Wyse. Sony for any inconvenience. Nov. entry fees will go back as prize money. There will be a See you at the Master's. Port Alberni concession stand, 50/50 and raffles. Potlatch In loving memory of the late Genie Lucas. To be held Thank You Feast Nov. 11 at the Athletic Hall and Mahl Mahs gym. Junior girls', Oct. 27 junior boys', senior men's and depending on which has Ahousabt the most response, mere will be either senior women's Ahnnaaht or masters men's. Entry fee is $200 for the juniors and With great advice from elder, speaker Stan Sam, mother ;it, 5350 for seniors. For any questions, please contact Nelson, brothers Bill and Corby. I This is ann open invitation to all of our family and Josephine, Uncle Bruce Lucas at [email protected] or (250) r T hosting a thank you feast have decided that we will dry our tears Sunday, Nov. tal friends. The Atleo family is 720 -6755. beginning at 5 p.m. Hope to see you there. 724 -5542. 11, 2007 at Mannish, new gym beginning at noon, and It was late celebrate what my late father gave e. our Lonnie 'Monk Auction father's wishes that we continue on practicing our First Nation Drop -in Hockey Nov. 24 Oct. 27 culture and to remember that he did go full circle in a very special life that he shared will all of us Chow Port Alberni Port Alberni T )jj_,1r Maquina. L The Pon Alberni Friendship Centre will hold the Tobe held at the Pon Alberni Multiplex Full gear is Community Dinner ammo at the Gym at (lutes! Hall. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 required. Admission is $3. Open to all ages and abilities. Nov. 14 p.m.. Auction starts al I p.m. All proceeds donated to We hope to see you there. the youth building. Port Alberni Port Alberni Friendship Centre National Youth Conference It will he held at the Business Workshop Oct. 30 to Nov I. beginning at 430 p.m. Everyone is invited There will be a 50/50 draw for youth centre building hind. Nov. 29 Winnipeg Admission is free. For information, phone Daniel Port Alberni Joann 723 -8281. First Nations National Youth vy Hosted by the Assembly of Communications: Essentials for Success. Cedarwood Conference. You'll meet other First Nations youth from Conference on Addictions and Mental Health Lodge, Port Alberni. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dinner included. Share your ideas and help design a across Canada. plan Registration required by Nov. 27 (free) Contact for our youth for the next five years. If Nov. 14 to 16 of action leaden Celedovia 724-3131 or email caledonia ®vedc.ivfo. you are between 18 and 29. ask your chief to sponsor Richmond you. To get more information, contact Donnie Marrow at Crime Prevention and Reduction Forum 1 -866- 869 -67891623- 241 -6109. Workshops include, Who cares for the Caregiver. Eliminating Self-Defeating Behaviors-, Family Violence Nov. 29 and 30 Deadline For Entry Treatment of Perpetrators and Victims. Information Vancouver Oct. 31 online at www. lackhirose.com. Interested in creating a safer school, city. municipality, Tseshaht By- Election of NTC President town. village or Aboriginal community? Is gang violence an issue? Leading experts will provide new Tseshaht First Nations Masters Basketball Tournament. Nov. 15 and innovative strategies with practical applications To be held at Mahl Mahs and Haahuupayak. 10 men's Tseshaht that will assist your school or community, Call 1-888- teams (entry 53501 and eight ladies teams (entry S250). 683 -7711 for information. (This will include roster and $150 deposit. non- This Nuu- chah -ninth Tribal Council Special Meeting Tseshaht will begin at 9 a.m. refundable.) Make cheques payable to will be held at Matit Mahs gym and Islanders Christmas Hockey Tournament Recreation Department. We arc sending this invitation I to all tribes, at this could be a big tournament. Hope Canadian Aboriginal I a.. 2007 Nov. 30 and Dec. you will upon our venture. For further information Nov. 15 and 16 Port Alberni call Gina Pearson or Samantha Gus at (250) 724 -1225. Ottawa Hockey Season is here. Matit Mahs gygm Mots and Coming of Age Party Ladies. Entry he is 5150 Mens. $300 Ladies. First This will examine new case law that has changed form place cash 61.000 based on eight mens teams. Second Nov. 3 the face of Aboriginalrights and title as well as new place $500. First place 5500 based on six ladies 'Mesh a In approaches to Aboriginal -Crown eoufilict that are on the teams. Second Mee $300 based on six ladies teams. Remember when you were afraid to look? immediate horizon. Register at www.pbli.cong683. Deadline is Nov. 26. There will also be a concession, From Ilium?) us of Hesquiaht, for Ahmber Rattan and 50/50 raffles, etc. Come out and have some fun and Brook -lyn George. I cluck.. First Nation Community Meeting cheer your teams on. Contact Gene Swan 670.9691 or Kla -kohl kei -iss (Simon Lucas), alongside Brook -lyn's Nov. 19 mail thlandenhle,nhotrvall corn Claudine Webster parents (Lloyd and Claudette), and Ahmher's parents Ueluelet email [email protected]. Clam and Lynuene), invite to attend this (Sinn Thomas 670 -2336. Remember how much better you felt when you did? celebration starting at 10 a.m. at the Mahl Mahs Meeting will commence following the 4:30 dinner gymnasium. service. Item have an agenda item, contact Sultane Call for Artists So what's stopping you from booking your mammogram? Mammograms save lives. Williams by phone at (250) 726 -7342 or by email at I Lonnie Twoonie/Flea Market Dec. 11 a here's what you should know about a mammogram: It only takes minutes'. [email protected]. Members who are living away you're woman over age 40, Tseshaht is required, finds alone cannot NOV. L from home who plan on traveling to the meeting are Its safe; it's free; a doctor's refer, not and it what you Hupaeasatb asked to call ahead to ensure that the meeting is still on, Call out for First Nations artists and mom who want as at times the UFN may have to cancel meetings due to Book your mammogram today by calling 1 888 GOHAVEI. to sell their an at a one-day art market at the Somass Jeff Johnson- Charleson is fundraising fora school trip unforeseen circumstances. Hall in Port Alberni on Dec. 1. Contain Tina at 731- to New York with his school in May 2008. His trip will 7751. cost $2,154, which includes airfare, accommodations in klag -none h 5th Annual General Assembly 1 888 GOHAVE1 GOHAVE1.com Manhattan, two meals a day, two breadway shows and Nov, 23 and 24 Craft Deb /Flea Market many sight seeing tours. Pre-bids will be held on Oct Campbell River 26 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 5316 Kwii- aaht-tin Place Dec. 1 fanaonN and on 28 time at aN Oct. at the same 65 Cooper Lane. On Port Alberni 61/6.11.0148.E8t48 rMll Q°. .,..... ' moo Member., Huu- ay -aht. Togsahl, Ucluclel. Ouxa14lalN N Nov. 3 at II Iupacasaht House Gathering, viewing will 1 of , u rUJ' Uchuckleseht and the Ka:'yu:k t'h' /Che:k'tles7eth'h' take place at 9 a.m. with bidding to take place between To be held at the P.m Alberti Friendship Centre LaNe[NOUSnN' ... Nations will gather ai Quinn Hall at 102 Eagle Dr. noon and 3 p.m Rent tables for M. Questions, call beginning at 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tables at $10. Call John There will be door primes and meals. Bring your drum Heather at (250) 724-3263 or By at (250) 220-5287. at 724 -0139. We are searching fora theme. Please send suggested themes by fax to (250) 724 -1852 or email r

Page 20 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 21 Community leaders vulnerable to abuse In Memory of be home. Harold Nelson Touchie Continued from page 17. Bumstick devotes much of his time in must practice these four gifts. Bumstick was the asst time for others to November 201947 - October 25, 2000 When Bumstick was younger, he told his work. encouraged the membership to do this "It was really good to have people tk the group, he was an alcoholic. When he In his community, their are many o that there can be harmony in their mine home. I appreciated the dialogue Watching the glistening off the peaceful washing the land with light '_ he said, such as backstabbing, lives. and the questions from our membership. seas and 3 .se..- _ finally changed his life, it was the elders problems, hearing the roar of winter We feel your strength in the power of the . y' was very In closing. 1 would like to thank all of he would listen to. He encouraged to the gossip, tumors and jealousy. Bumstick Chief Councillor Vi Shandy storm ocean, n strong .v leadership are pleased with the AGM. She noted that the staff, council and volunteers who 1 community members to listen, be a said the elected find your peace in the calm warm We are at peace because you are where -.ArP-v_ 5 either had helped to make this AGM a success," ".a _ r t/Ìl be willing to learn. particularly vulnerable, that they some unity members winds you belong. sponge and -yv 1 i4 "We are born very powerful and area generally get put down by their own not been home for years and also that it said Mundy. I sec your gentleness in the softness of gift from the Creator. Our children are community members the clouds. Loss of a loved one leaves a wound no

our greatest gins as they are our future. to lm a stop to this and it b The first Peoples' C ltura/B,aodation is I wait to hear your voice in the soft one can Heal, but love leaves behind Look at our most valuable resource, our of my opinion that how we do that is we carcase( the water reaching shore. memories that no one can steal. 1' ':'4tii frying to gel some inlOrmation shoat a children,," said Bumstick. must make those changes with our youth. I feel your smile through the ray of sun Love your daughter Melanie Touchie hark fawn/ in its possession. t The most important stages of life, he We must reach them and teach them our said was the time from birth to 12 years traditional teachings and values, It must In 2004, a Air. Dallas S'ingburri bad In Losing Memory John Charles Wilson lows old. The child must be nurtured, carol stop here," said Bumstick. requested that the mark be repatriated Sr, for and looked after. The nest stage was The final key message Bumstick left Herbert Joe October 25, 2000 bark to the ottebah -nn/tb mmmonit7, Usma Nuu Chah Nulth the shortest period of life in the circle, with the community regarded the four Harold Touchie October 25, 2000 from 13 to 20 years old. This is where gifts or things one must do to be kept in but dad not hase the name of Family & Child Services is currently seeking many adolescents attempt to he adults, balance. These gifts are to pray, to share, the caner, a Caregiver(s) for one male youth. The You arc gone, but all we got is a lot of - and also where many of them are having to cry and to laugh. It is not easy to do prospective caregiver will have the skills to guide challenging happy memories. Only if the walls could 1/ you Part any information about the all four, he shared, especially to cry. He behaviour, training in a related field lie. child /youth, mental talk we'd all be here all day laughing , children. health), Concentrate on thew two vanes in the said it is harder to do as a man because mask, contact Helena Charles. at (250) a positive regard to youth inclusive of the Strengths such good happy memories. You arc based & Solution focused approach. "Ny/ life circle, he said. This is where you men have been told not to cry. 652 -5952 est 203, gone but not forgotten always in our can make changes. This is where Bumstick said to be in balance, one thoughts. Your picture on the wall: you The caregiver should possess following ° the qualities; knowledge of cognitive and are Baying "keep smiling I'm not far." developmental delays, flexibility, humour, ability to work as pan of f-"" a team and Till we meet again one day. i'1MIÌÌX+i1r7.A J knowledge of FASD. Youth will require routine a which will include pan -time This photo of my nailer Clever schooling, recreatIonal activities, preparation for independent living and Mined by Marvin and Pearl Lisa George Peter and in the background supervision of medication. The caregiver will be subject to foster home approval -Nations of Maa -nulth Treaty Society Michael, Marvin Jr and Violet Tutube. Grandfather Pom -porn is as close as]I The- First process. can get to them. I haven't been home to Il.u.ty -ahl Irons I Kern First Nations see them for approx. two years, and in First Nation Application Deadline: October 26 2007 qo j cllucklesahl Tribe I Ucluelet this brief note I'd like to send U' Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis for those who are interested in belie appreciation and dedication to them in 'Genera Foster HOme ". my late Mother Brooke Thomas John's -1852 PI) Box 453 fort Albcrn i. BC, VrY 71,19 Phone: (25111 724 -1802 Toll Free: I- 877. 876 -3122 *Far (250) 724 For more information, please contact heHe passed away Oct. 5, 1980 Email: !,.,mash I le Web: ww,maimulth.ca Terry McDonald or Amber severinson at and it's not m ohm I think of him. When I do I 1-e77- 722 -3232 or 250- 724 -3232 e have this one memory that sticks to

mind and that is when he and I were ar Yes ` All Five Maa -nulth First Nations Say Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nations home, taking time to talk about what was on our minds. P.O. Box 459 Telephone: (250) 283- 2015 Community votes for all five Maa -nulth First Nations have concluded with close to eighty percent Ile was feelinga a bit down and took Gold River, B.C. Fax: (250) 283 - 2335 the old' cassette player m his marl tO of those who voted saying yes to the treaty: VOP 1G0 listen a music. N hat had heart bothering him was the far that his g/f The Toquaht Nation, the Uchucklesaht Tribe, the Ucluelet First Nation and the COMMUNITY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE and him had gone their separate ways. Ka:'yu:'k't'h' /Che:k:tles7et'h' First Nations all voted in favor of the Final Agreement in a series of Full -'l me This demanding On a better note.] can remember him ammonia directed towards prevention and health promotion activities In loving memory of Herbie Joe separate ratification votes held October 13th through October 20th, The lour bands join the aimed at helping individuals and the community achieve the highest level of wellness; taking the old' Analore home, with late June 20, 1939 - October 18, 2000 Huu- ay -aht First Nations, who ratified the agreement in July. physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally. Aamn, my pi and !going home from Dad Toll. Ilia stance at the wheel was Qualifications, (by Judy Burnett) rang determined, aid anxious to get "If the Maa -nulth treaty experience has taught us anything, it is that a historically unjust Health related post secondary educe., or an acceptable combination of lead...so mages come to mind home. You know, I think of it now, "Did relationship can be transformed if there is a vision of a better future, the courage to pursue that education/experience I name: Must mare. minimum of 5 years experience as a CHR whenever speak your he really enjoy the ocean to feel that vision and the ,confidence S9 de Maa -nulth Lead Negotiator Gary Yábsle sPf.94PfXel g <,said , with a proven track record It seem' miasma you in my life tongs onfden 'It has also taught us that the opportunity to make such a transformation is rare." Established external funding/services relationships have never been the same. An individual. Certified in First Aid and CPR One .1 0 0 1 1 Grad, 0, w Iliyit 1 was What happened to those key days , B.C. will table legislation shortly to introduce Maa -nuith settlement legislation suspended, fol. Ile olds good friend.. when I a To obtain more information and /or lo sulem,l an appficalion please contact: was child. with Man titian- Joltn George. panel in the Legislature to ratify the agreement on the Province's behalf. Mel Orecklin, Administrator When life was consumed in you In Ti,,, Campbell- (late) Aaron (ampbell, Fax: 125012aá -]335 sour Isar, and in l your smile. email to ecklin @yuquotca he would sit in his desk, kind of like roar What happened to all those times 9 want to cgaalmeln the Citer Only candidates lo been ennewed corn be contacted. bow Pere tins brother) sirs at the wheel BLRI MACK' when I alwat s looked m you: Mean. roles for me suves. of a boat, and how 1ny pa' sits around .cannon or ow Maa.nuun Fin Mid 'My father entrusted me to continue No matter what happened in rte life you ROBERT DENNIS Closing time and date: 4:30pm - November 9th, 2007 yy11h Manly. just so content. Ile would a o raun sere nkr his ,w s' treaty. and dad you .1. old make my gray skies blue. ark on his studies. or do some an I have succeeded beyonddp my Dad, some days I hear your. nice and drawings..and ohm! loll bothered he'd -i mom b the neu susr, rO Me es mark expectations Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nations tell I Canada, B.C. and anon B.C.Ast turn to see yowl : scold m and men, nether. - P.O. Box 459 Telephone. 12501 283 - 2015 ,18110116 á g+a 1íi in my turning sir seems the sound don't get that anymore from oy- m F4, Gold River. B.C. Fax (250) 283 - 2335 momentous hcteyon has been erased. h 1 rot m.p -1I OP 1 GO I did . with him an a sister. so Dad, who will I turn to for answers boyish I w e played marbles ag., FAMILY CARE WORKER when life doves not make sense; bur people have spoken: we are went and played cowboys and Indians, Trtiti"ntll VI s/IdNDY Full -Time Who will be there to hold me close pleased and existed to become sell - for people fishing, canoeing. hunting..) think of it dodo.. 4n,s is a mstonc day our when the pieces just don't fit. soWSldficienl and to regain as moments ol'mr lilac' gnveming, Our membership has spoken. We 1Pan°al. This amending position works with usMA the Ministry of Children and Families and good our idenvly Over the past few years in I I a.a.mltm can move on with me minty we ` other agencies developing and implementing prevention /intervention strategies to Oh. Dad. if could turn back time and The sad thing is...lI wish could we have negotiated a treaty on behalf need M fully develop eco Faky suppo, families al risk as well as the community as a whole. once are hear your voice, remember him sharing love around my of our HaWlih for the future of children socially and waurally.' , - 9Ì I'd tell you that out of all the dads you parents. They were so busy with work or k and grandchildren to cane. This .buoy flou iaoar ns. a h,sloric day bine fives. would still he my choice. fishing there was not enough time to have that bonding. My dad still keeps Degree in Social wok or an acceptable combination of education/experience Please always know I love you and no busy. I wish he had time to bond. II miss Must have a minimum of 5 years experience as a FCW one an take your place; with a proven track record He was so strong, protective, Years may come and go but your Brooke. Established external funding relationships sincere. and unforgettable. So m my 'This mull; First Nation Treaty is a first aM memory never be erased. Expertise in preparing and administering funding applications will Cnanubcoyins has teen long time coming. Our people brothers, Pere, George and Evan, please rad,wnads. have now agreed mat whet was negotiated is Today, Jesus, as You are livening in make every day you have memorable, To obtain more information angler to submit an application please contact: something mal we can live with and turn the your home above; vas lnansl.fn Mal tin, Administrator and be safe! You're wonderful into go and find my dad and give opportunities of this lively reality This is Fu: Reef 2S3-2336 Would you stbblings I thinly appreciate. God Bless awesome day in our history. and our E -Mail: mel.oreckltereea uotca him all my love. my brother soul, and may he be with forfthers would be proud: our future Only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted us and in our hens! general,ons will be the beneficiaries of our Love &web,,, your daughters Eunice, always forever hard work.' Bella Pepsi, Judy Ann, Veronica, Missing you, __ Closing time and date: 4:30pm - November gibe 2007 Manila and coil Judy. Beverley McEWan Page 22 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Oct. 25, 2007 Oct. 25, 2007 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 23 Nuu- drab -nulth Registry and Treaty Information ,., For Purchase For Purcnlase Artists Registering events are very important! FOR SALE: Mac PowcrBook Oì3 14 4" FOR SAI E' Hair for sale. Phone Screen, 500mhz, axli Hard Ibis , CD- Haorginu at -0185 Cedar Weaver: Baseball caps. bridal CLASSIFIED I,OST: Drum with whale on (2501214 ADS On Birth Registrations: It is important to get baby registered as soon as painted it Rom Drive, Adobe Photo:Lop. Microsoft FOR SAI F; 35 B woolen troller. floral bouquets. for sale. Traditional hats, ME 28 at party at Main slat. Gym. Call Nair e. You must complete the parental consent for RegistrmionM1Ul ment _501745 Word A Excel +Interner Ready. Comes 350 GM diesel, capital gear °mice 7 - headdresses. bracelets for trade. For Purchase Aulomotivc -3483. of Band ABiliatìore Conn and provide the LARGE form birth certificate, these with Mouse ä "Macintosh for Dummns" 71/2 kat, GPS, Sounders, Sleeps 4, oil mail whupdrh weaverntshawca MISSING: 2 rut, N'A HATS from consent. forms can be obtained through your Band Office or at the NTC rook Available form Faith and Richard FOR SAI r: 1 lm crew ,ab m propane. Book, 1250,00 FIRM call Shad 7204/923 anchor winch 10.500 013.0. 758 ARTIST: Anne 10 Robinson. (inlay hark 3957 I A Pon Alberni around 92500 (' \ Vans Zr (2501 724-2603 1 colt 731-5795. 735.0833. Office Registration takes 6 8 week. or mail [email protected]. 3566 or 7410041. cwellry, artwork, including cedar rows. Octoh& or November ' 015 Anyone .nth FOR SALE; hush Bread, buns in Port Transfers: Arc you wishing to transfer to another Band? Write tome Band FOR SALE: Like new deep freezer FOR SAI In House at 399 F'oniata. akin orders 7214827. Sen ces Offered inf mmlko pleae all ]_4-'%- Alberni. call Carol Lucas 723 -1922. you want to infer into. Once accepted you will need to complete a consent S250.00 o.b.o. Phone Elaine 250-723- Secluded location. Sold with Ired and Authentic basket-weavinn tr a. picked LOST: Gold necklace with a tin X lie BOOKS FOR SAI E. The Whaling to transfer form, also, notify the Band you are currently in and let them know 1469. breakfast business. 522s tom./_2501725- and processed by Linda Edgar of Nitinahl, Indian design boor", pendant. Last seen Indians, Legendary Humeri -S45 each_ your intentions. FOR SAI Fs Native Beadwork: Chokers, 3482. 3 comer, sharp and swamp grass and cedar on my niece at the Ueluelet Secondary bark. Please The Whaling Indians, Talc of Marriages, divorces, name change, deaths: Please provide appropriate Anklets, Bracelets, Keyahains, Earrings call 741-4192 in Nanvimo. School in March. Please can kannine Sera Ices Extraordinary Experience - Sa0 each. and also fancy in pins Adams (a? 670 -1150 or email certificates to up date the Indian Registry Lists. A consent form needs to be Chokers, m otta or Woven skirts, capes or Please :ammo. tisagani:4u shaw.aa or call ballgrrl(lrotmail.com. Thanks earrings. E-mail me ut chiefs hats and fabric complete., for any name changes. me 7244229 and leave a mes,age. FOUND: A shawl was left at the ¡louse oriel malcolm(ghamaikcam shawls Are you turning In soon? If you would like your own registration number made fo order. FOR SALE: Sweater 5 s .pants. FOR SALE: Deer hides. SI0,00 each, of E erne sa and has not been picked up then you have to submit a letter of request. Process also takes 6 - 8 weeks (no Phone Mary Martin blankets and baby blankets, denim Excellent for Joan making. 724.2932. by the owner. Please pick up your shawl 250 -753-1787 handbags. Order from longer automatic) Down and Anna at the House ol'Himwitsa. Lewis - Email: rea George, olden n.rnl Dick at - he ptz 250 214 -2480. 1 All documents are to submitted to Rink Little - Indian Registry Employment c/-¡gTiiï 3-T--zs4; O.C( IONS House of Himwirsa L41. SAI.E.Ora 471 Diesel engine with Administrator at the NTC the Ditidaht, Hesquiate, FOR Red Camera (720 -5191), Office, with exception of HELP WANTED' Engineering crew .aloe OOP aausecredaaamm LOST, capitol gear, 2'e- I reduction in gad Huse- ay -aht and Tla -o -qua aht. Contact these First Nations directly. To have a }incase of Win -Chace MrRafawn09 LOST - TRADITIONAL people and CIS Tech, wanted. Bring in 7214241 a. 77223 -RADI running tinier. (Hgr24413 Can be seen in Ahousaht. Oaaa:mrky00 CEREMONIAL DRUMS, status card issued through NTC from these four First Nations please have your resume to Llamas. Forest 4 su NINA anta. Yoh a... av des Aboriginal FQahiom AvrAasrBee Apair of Call Chester pì, 720-9736 or 670 -2587. rapoogror Indian Registry Administrator fax approval and your information prior to Environmental, 1766 Cypress St. Calorie drums on Mother's Day March to Stop FOR SAIL; Creosote limbo.: 36' x 13" nsnrra coming into the office if possible. or call 726 -4268. Applicants should be M. Violence went missing Both dorms are orna, nCm Ved x 14'.23's ITxl4-,al' a Does your First Nation have their membership code in If so. and you bash worthy. We are willing to provide painted with native designs. Both arc of place? ,(2509ea.nrv F.x.. 123013112 8'x 12"rT' and odds and ends. ('all Willy 50% oft all framed Native Art prints. -7375 groat.sentimental value to both myself would like the above events recorded for "BAND MEMBERSHIP" then it is some ruing. E..La.a.elwae.e4nn.me-e.t at 12501735-072. Picture framer on site 811 Wharf Sneer, and my entire family. A reward for the EQUALLY AS IMPORTANT that you contact them as well. Victoria, BC. Call Wichita at 250 -386- James return of both drums is being entered, If Your First Nation needs your current address and phone number so they Birthdays & congratulations lt 1 0507. 'Wiimnreacik" anyone knows the whereabouts of the can contact you regarding Treaty developments, letters and bulletins. MEETING FACE, ITATOR / Continued from page 14. Juanita, Roberta, Danny, Trace, Dwight, Swan drums do not hesitate to contact me, First numbers and addresses are listed below for your NEGOTIATOR: Are you tired of Belated happy 25th birthday to my son Heide, Tasha, Keith, Warren, Brian, Native Artist. meetings all night long, Nellie Joseph at 725 -22388. Nanee.tphone going never Mark Anthony Matthew Peter Jr. Love Todd,Cmig, Scoff, Huenuuh Shorty, 250-383 -9779 home Wiled finishing the agenda, going around in MISSING: since October 2006. This You, and Miss you. Love S. Mom Carmen, and Kobe. 250- 361 -7389 cell circles? 20 years p your me vest was given to me for my dad's Ahousaht and pen Happy 3rd birthday to my grandson Happy anniversary to our jamcsswa raar,.us.net WANTED TO BUY: DVD movies at $3 rack record. Loup your meetings on memorial potlatch and has set:Omen.: (250) 670 -9563 (250) 670 -9696 jbwn(ditneans.uva.ca -Fax: Alden Michael Anton Campbell for Oct. grandparents Leo and Maxine Manson each. 723 -1465 track, Call Richard Watts, Weelrh -teach ( value. !sure would like General Delivery Aheusahy B.C. VOR IAO 21. Love Mama Shirley Micheal. for Oct. 31. Love you from Abigail, WANTED TO BUY) Good used running l'- 50)124 -26113 or lecD 73 1-5795. it back. No questions Gordan Dick Belated happy 2nd birthday to my Darren and Lee. 90 HP motor with controls Please phone Available any time. asked. Phone (250) 283- Ditidaht First Nation grandson Andrew Bradley Johnson, Happy birthday to lee for Nov. Ness- chap -melds Bernard at 1-250!670-1133. ELEGANT ADS'ANTAI:F 2618 or realm iodic Love Grama Shirley. I. Have fun whatever you do. From Art in Cold Silver WANTED) Old college study texts to be DECORATING AND CATERING (Mowachahl/Muchalah0 1- 888 -745 -3366 - Fax: (250) 745 -3332 hERVICFÇ5 Tracery Robinson Tal Happy birthday to Eton Blackbird on Uncle Ion. Margaret and kids. 8 Woad donated. Any subject, any level. Call Robin g band office for pick up. PO Box 340 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M8 hemc:723 -8571, Margaret Robinson 04 Oct. 3. I'd like to wish our mammy Cecelia Phon. collect at (250) 726 -2040. Will arrange for Thank you. Preston hamc:721 -0789. We do ll occasions: Happy birthday to Francis Frank on Titian a happy, happy 65th birthday on vt7 pick -up. Maquina Sr. The vest was made by 250- 723 -9401 Weddings. Showers, Graduations, hattesaht Oct, II. Oct, 1. We love you mammy. Loy your WANTED: To buy house on leas ht Sue Johnson, artist Rudy Williams. a a -mail: gordondirk(rthaw,ca Banquets. emarhes, Dinners, Super -888-761 -4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 Happy birthday to Steve Frank on Oct. daughter Myrna George, granddaughter Reserve. Call Jay 250- 723 -777r72 or al Host and Ford Safe Canine, Mar(lle 'O Box 59 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 13. Melanie Titian and your great grand 735 2596, PROFESSIONAL. available for Happy birthday to Tabitha Blackbird daughter Dez-Rae Titian, your WANTED: Medical Equipment such as MOTOR AND PROPS FOR SAS F: XL- Workshops/ Conferences. Healing cRem cDavtd wheelchairs etc. Can be dropped off at the 115 - Mercury/2004 Opti -Max 2 stroke, 4 Oct 07. Hope that you all have a good grandsons Leon, Baby Steve Titian, Circles/Retreats/ Canoe Journeys., Hesquiaht First Nation ,.1 ®- r/m-auQH Rand Office. 5000 Mission Road, - Blade SS prop for 150 or 200 Yamaha. S day and many more to come. Lose you your son Steve Titian. Tarim. cAlaMwmt Cmae Contract an full -lime position. I Ne. Toll Free 1- 866 670 1181 - Fax: (250) 670 -1102 Jdaow axtM Port Alberni, Contact Gail K Gus at 724- ls - Blade SS prop for 115 Yamaha or all. Love From Adrienne Amos. To my baby tiro Steven Roy Cordon urawage and copy with essential PO Box 2000 Torino, B.C. VOR 2Z0 Mask -asAgnses.o 1225. Please return borrowed equipment. Mercury. Contact: Lea Jack is 350-332- Happy anniversary to our cousin Steve Titian Happy, happy 36th birthday there oils by Raven Touch. Please L sta -gaç,n ...aramm. WANTED: whale teeth, whalebones, noun 5301 and Margaret Frank on Oct 6. Hope that Bro. avsaranvs,>anüaawfec;RAMA 1ao¡rzalst mastodon ivory. and Russian blue cobalt Eileen Touchie (àJ.50.726]369 m 26 FOR SALE Area "0" Al Troll License Hupacasath First Nation you both enjoyed your day and many Love from your older sister Myma 5505. trade beads. Lv. rang. For Steve and Els 37.5 B. Contact Louie Frank Sr. at 250- more come. lave from your cousin Gorge and Iwo Joseph George, ableRas Moving (250) 724 -4041 - Faz: (250) 724-1232 your John at 604 -833 -3645 or c/o 0141 -720 6 AnG TRUCKING F: 670- 9573 or leave a message at the Adrienne Amos PO Box 211 Pon Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M7 To my older bro Mickael Anthony T{Ap}pINL DUGOUT Gond St New Westminater IIC V31.3C5. And (Hector Reasonable Rares. Tom Gus, Ahousaht Administration office at 250. Happy birthday to our Uncle Frenchie Titian Sr. Happy 39th birthday. Love P65 Hector R24 -3Port Alberni, R.C. 6]0-9563. Huse- ay -aht First Nation unnrwe WANTED' Cclueler First Nation is Amos on Oct 14. Hope that you enjoy from your sister and bra Myma and Phone: (250)]24 -39]5. FOR SAI E: Comm made m (250) rAmtmarmrws.o= looking le build a contact list for carpenters 1- 250 -728 -3414 BIKE :Paiup truck and driver. Need 923 -98M. your day and many more to come, love Joseph George. . A contractors. Please send as this FOR PO Box 70, Bamfield, IIC VOR 1B0 ...Jaime erra4 something Irensponed or towed? canoe, or from Adrienne Amos. Congratulations to our sister Vanessa formation by contacting us at 250 26- CANOE BUILDING: Will build Happy birthday to our father Brian Thomas on her baby girl hurt Oct. 16, 7342 or fax 1250)]267552 anemia to 'fmnsporamove furniture, fridge, stoves, teach how to build canoe. Call Hamy 1_Ca:'yus outboard motors, your halt. canoe or travel Lucas 755 -5716. k't'h'/Che:k'tles7erh' is'*. Amos on Oct 18. We love you lots and 2007, Latoya Star Petri Thomas 6 lbs., 5 Housing Administrator. FIRST NATIONS WILDCRAFTERS, trailer towed or moved. By the Ion and by WANTED: Brat Trailer for 20' boat. Call (250) 332 -5259 - Fax: (250) 332 -5210 hope that you have a gad day and many ozs. Love from bro and sis Joseph and WANTFD Hoses t t rent for seven people ,a4k4! BC: ('. Anna Robinson and Keith Hunter the boat. Call 250-724 -52911 Michael 4 720-6026. General Delivery Kyuquot, B.C. VOP 110 more to come. Love from Adrienne, Myna George, in Pon Alberni, tall 724 -2935. -spectali /ing in non timber and other FREE LANGEACF Cl Amos; at FOR SAI i Nets -Different Sizes, value added finest products and sen ices" Accol111no s'Ilo,ls Hupacasath Hall. Language Inelmeier Different pries, make an offer. Trolling Mowachaht / Muchalaht 70011 "' Pacific Rini Hwy., Port Alberni, Tat T teash Monday and Wednesday gear - offers. Vacs - 51110 Mission Rd. FOR RENT Au v f organization has BC. V9Y %13 PI 250-720-S907. Nights. 7 pm to 9pm (Bring your own Phone 723.98.1. (250) 283 -2015 Fax: (250) 283 -2335 FUNDING ASSISTANT rooms to rent, by the day, k or month. FirstbationsWilderallers shames pen and paper). Parenting Skills for FOR SM F. J Fiberglass Troller. Area Toll free - (800) 238 - 2933 Very reasonable rates for Room and Board. ww 5 urst\aiinsWildkrallen.ces Parents and rn Fridays from 3 apm F license. Very reasonably pied. V' sn Maternity Leave Replacement -One year term Also, there e a Boardroom mailable for 4 PO Box 459 Gold River, B.C. VOP 1GO EVERYONE IS WELD MIE ass klece ai ell, ourhoatwa. Phone :2501:80302N rent For information phone 7236511. Under he direction of the M nage, negotiation port Funding, the For Purchase Edward TStesah, Corti nod Linguist FOR RENT: Equipment power point Nuehatlaht First Nation R.Nipnon. wows one mean including memo, and for TSAWAAYUUM SHARE YOUR For Sale: 24. FOR SAIE: Carvings such as coffee and DVD presentations. Projector and recording all funding b . fin reporting new co rrespon- able (250) Fax: TALENTS WITH YOUR ELDERS: 1983 SP 332-5908 - (250) 332 -5907 dence fm ikon Nano. mom, funding agreements, preparing lops, clocks. plaques, fi totems, canoes Screen Ry the hour or day. Depose Give demonstrations ampor leach basket Command brdge, PO Box 40 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 o pondent schedules, anon, ek made by Charlie Mickey 7114176. Place required. Telephone: 5511- 724 -5_90. siann.(misling.nC eta. We also hardtop stem roof, - d banking data andupdaticeatingpupdating bckt sheets and record managementl an order my mail M) Box 73, 7e allen, NITINAHT I AKE MOTEL' Open acing Excel and Loto room Tideal candidate will have several need cultural enuenainnsam. ('enact all new canvas A canopy, twin 350 ('hen IIC, VOP 2A0. year round! Coastal rainforest and world- Tla- o- qui -aht First Nations dance experience with good financial and interpersonal skills. Darlene Erickson at 7245655. engines (570 hrs), Volvo duel props, roficiency In Esse) and MS Word, Including mail merge BASKET WEAVING FOR SAI F Caid classlaer ian other doorstep! Cor Ps and formatting Mr, Martin the Magician is taking hydraulic steering, anchor winch, all (250) 725- 3233 - Fax: (250) 725 -4233 Hat Regalia, Baskets, Weaving material, The successful individual will be a team player with flano... reservations and other informationinf mmtiim call kitchen, bathroom, security PO bookings for all locations. Phone 250- electronics, Box 18 Wino, BC. VOR 2Z0 mom ability the initiative who wants to learn In this position. specializing in Maquinna Hat laming. 2511 -745 -3844. 995 -2942. system, hot water, $39,000 oho. Any o11ic Available to roach at conferences and sawn be comm with knowledge, skills and ...enemaa TOQUART BAY CONVENIENCE will be considered. Call (250) 723 -1496. Tseshaht First Nation Resumes mould be sent an or before November a,a 7ro. workshops. tall Julie Joseph (2501 729. STORE, CAMPGROUND 8. 9819. FOR SALE: I - l2 foot Toll Free: 1 -888-724 -1225 - Fax: (250) 724-4385 BC Treaty

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