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By David Wiwchar -- -. Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter II

* FIr Yuquot - Representatives from Parks Canada and the Mowachaht / Murle*itan4 1 Qt pa* Muchalaht First Nation gathered at /I 7. 171 n. wa a r.a, 1 4717 Friendly Cove to commemorate the 1 ,.. .O Maquinna line, and in particular two M/N r a a4rt. 1. a (r .M' Ir1 ty ' i,r.471q IMry''..KM Chief Maquinnas as people of 1a ) . t a .1 IY.1 , . ...by nip 1rMnq - w M u Ita National historic significance. c r . Cu V 'a 111 " aar'I r- ...VI .b.r. Representatives from Parks M 11110.41111110.4111 q./Y an plea p SP. yMr,N1iM`NM.a Canada and the Mowachaht / rNMIJaV 4M1 a al. M.1 1I.Ir11 s M... awn - ` _"Sr Muchalaht First Nation gathered ea t7l+a Cya .. aA I a aa.al, a,y w 1' at Friendly Cove to ' á r 1 . commemorate the Maquinna line, and in particular two Chief Maquinnas as people of National '5 '.. historic significance. II n + R \ ry rh'. r I. . , Chief Jerry Jack offered a ciquaa, led 1 .w 1, v1+.INa I. 11 Nef, 1 J. . v _ welcome the singing of a song, and Steve Langdon, Parks Canada Field Unit Superintendent for Coastal BC, congratulated Mowachaht / gave a short history of Yuquot to the Muchalaht Tyee Ha'wilth Yathluaa (Mike Maquinna) at the unveiling of a new monument at Yuquot. dozens of people who arrived aboard the MV Uchuck III chartered by two distinguished chiefs, both named subsequent press release. "At the end and Monuments Board of Canada Mowachaht / Muchalaht for the event. Maquinna, who led the Mowachaht of the 18th century, the first advises the Minister of the According to Steve Langdon, in his people of Nootka Sound at the end of Maquinna welcomed strangers who Environment about the national first formal dedication as newly the 18th century. came from half a world away. The historic significance of places, people appointed Parks Canada Field Unit The first Maquinna (fl. 1778 -1795) British, Spanish and Russians were and events that have marked Canada's Superintendent for Coastal BC, commemorated was an accomplished all met with open arms, with the history. The placement of a "Maquinna joins an exclusive group diplomat who helped to establish the Spanish establishing their only commemorative plaque represents an of families and people who have Mowachaht among the richest fur settlement in what became Canada." official recognition of their historic played a very important role in the traders on the west coast, even while value. "It is one means of educating building of this great Nation ". their land was threatened by Britain The plaque, written in English, the public about the richness of our and Spain. Upon his death, his brother French, and Nuu- chah -nulth cultural heritage, which must be "Maquinna joins an exclusive preserved for present and future Quatlazapé, who also assumed the commemorates two group of families and people who name Maquinna, succeeded him. The generations," said Dion. distinguished chiefs, both named have played a very important second Maquinna (fl. 1786 -1825) The Maquinnas join 587 similar Maquinna, who led the role in the building of this great commemorated, helped his people to people of National Historic Mowachaht people of Nootka Nation ". prosper in the face of declining fur significance in Canada, of which only resources and increased violence Sound at the end of the 18th 31 are commemorated in British After unveiling a large plaque between the Mowachaht and century. Columbia. commemorating the event, Tyee Europeans. The commemoration marks the end of Ha'wilth Yathluaa (Mike Maquinna) "With today's commemoration, we are The plaque unveiling ceremony took two years of effort by the Mowachaht said, "the history of our family is well helping all Canadians to understand place in Yuqout, the traditional home / Muchalaht First Nation to achieve documented, and we appreciate the and appreciate the historic significance of the Mowachaht First Nation and a the designation which requires awareness of the living culture we have of the first two Maquinna," said the national historic site of Canada, numerous supporting documents and in Mowachaht / Muchalaht territory. Honourable Stéphane Dion, Minister during their 15th annual Summerfest reports. The plaque, written in English, French, of the Environment and Minister -a celebration recognizing the life, and Nuu -chah -nulth commemorates responsible for Parks Canada in a culture and traditions of the The Maquinnas join 587 similar Mowachaht. people of National Historic ley "The Mowachaht people continue to significance in Canada, of which welcome visitors to their lands to only 31 are commemorated in f-K* -..s,. learn and share their culture," added British Columbia. . Minister Dion. "Their history . 4 demonstrates the interconnectedness The plaque will be placed inside the of life and illustrates the deep church at Friendly Cove alongside a ._.. +x . . :norf 4- äè' spiritual bonds they have with the similar one commemorating Yuquot as environment." a National Historic Site until a suitable k Created in 1919, the Historic Sites cairn can be erected. Scenic Yuquot during Summerfest

If undeliverable, please return to: Ha- Shilth -Sa Hupacasath unveil Whaling Exhibit Page 2 P.O. Box 1383, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M2 Ahousaht youth host celebration Page 3 New Principal at HaahuuPayuk Page 4 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF CANADA NEWSPAPER COLLECTION (17) "- 395 WELLINGTON gewsstand \ Native designs in modern architecture Page 5 ST, OTTAWA, ONTARIO K 1 ON4 Price Federal report on Language and Culture Page 6 $1 NEDC Business News Page 20 Ha-Shilth-Sa - August 25, 2005 - Page 3. Page 2 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 Ha- .Shilth -Sa newspaper is Ahousaht youth host published by the Nuu- chah -nufth LETTERS and KLECO'S Tribal Council for distribution to Ha- Shflth -Sa will Include letters retched from its readers. All letters MUST he Celebration of Life the members of the twelve NTC - signed by the writer and have the tiler's name. address and phone number on party following ember First Nations as wall as it Names can he withheld by request. Anonymous submissions will not he By Denise August, lunch sharing the pain and suffering he has seen in other parts of other interested groups and accepted. He- Shilth -Sa Reporter We reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity, brevity. the world. In s visit to Ethiopia he saw individuals. Information and grammar and good taste. We will definitely net publish letters dealing with Ahousaht 'poverty beyond imagination' and ásked original work contained in this -A potlatch, or celebratory or personal disputes or issues that are of Nun-chah himself what he could do to help and tribal critical -ninth feast was held in Ahousaht August 20th newspaper is copyright and may give hope. "First Nations lives aren't individuals or groups. interesting Seattle residents gather for update written with an twist; it was hosted we not he reproduced without All opinions expressed in letters to the editor are purely those of the easy," he said, "but have tremendous by the youth of Ahousaht with the First Nation, which is pan of the Ma. permission front amounts of opportunity and hope; we By David Oiwchar writer and will not necessarily coincide with the views or policies of the New blessing the Ha'wiih and it was about ninth Treaty Society and of need to work together Ho- Shilth -So Reporter not the NTC Nun -chah -nulth Tribal Council chah-nulth Tribal Council or its member First Nations. as a community celebrating life and the gifts each of us with effective Treaty Table, them were many questions P.D. Box 1383, have within us. on residential school, treaty, and He added that the youth should be Seattle WA - More than e down Nuu- Port Alberni, B.C. Organized by Denise John and Carla fisheries issues addressed proud for taking the initiative to make chah- nulth -aht living in Seattle gathered during the V9Y 7M2. Webster the day started with a buffet evening meeting. this day possible, "If there's anything our at the Seattle Indian Health Center for an luncheon prepared by the youth and Some people also wanted information Telephone: (250) 724 -5757 chiefs can do to help your community update on treaty developments and other 'older' volunteers, like moms, dads and on dual residency since they have Fax: (250) 723 -0463 don't be afraid to ask," he said, adding, issues on Wednesday August IA. grandparents. Distinguished guests encountered problems crossing the U.S Web page: oran. rnnrchahnulth.org "you're not alone because we are all NTC Treaty Manager Michelle Corfield came from near and for Vancouver. Canada border since the terrorist family." introduced herself to thaw gathered, and Kamloops, Kyuquot and Parks, Me 2005 Subscription rates: Vince Watts of Tseshaht made a handed out information packages attacks. September I Ith, 2001. They presentation about the requested a lawyer be brought in, along $35.00 per year in Canada and 540. work his group explaining treaty developments over the A potlatch, or celebratory feast does and the importance with an NTC nurse and membership your U.S.A. and $45. /year foreign of suicide past year. A 4 -page update was mailed to was held in Ahousaht August prevention and awareness amongst From clerk for the next gathering, which will coon Payable tu the Nuu- cirah- all Nuu- chah- nulth -aht living away from Nations across Canada. Watts has taken home in the Pogo Sound area, inviting be a Christmas dinner on Saturday, es.nulth Tribal Council. 20th with an interesting twist; it pan in annual Suicide Awareness walks was hosted by the youth of them to the meeting. December 10th from 4-8 pm at the from various points in Canada to Ottawa Although most of the 14 people Seattle Indian Health Center, Pearl Manager / Editor, Ahousaht with the blessing of the In 2006 his group will leave Nova Scotia gathered were members aide Kynquot Wanes Building Southern Region Reporter Ha'wiih and it was about in March and walk to Victoria, BC David Wiwchar (above) in Tatnosh and Shawn Atleo cut the ccdarbark celebrating life and the gifts each where they plan to arrive on June 21. in (250) 724-5757 ribbon officially opening the new whaling exhibit (right). of us have within us. time for National Aboriginal Day. Their Fax: (250) 723-0463 mono is making a difference one step at wireehar<;nartchahmdrh.org Hupacasath unveil whaling exhibit In attendance were Chief Doug Kelly ' of the First Nations Summit; Chief limasays he's spent years of his life Administration Assistant get ready. This was a very struggling with addictions. Its, Suu- mioaa -aah Shane Godhjedson of the Kamloops He reminded Mrs. Annie Watts spiritual time. You can see and people how hard it can be for people Ila Shilth 0,1 Reporter Indian Band, Liberal MP Dr. lames (250) 724-5757 through our teachings just r`,pxo o.'l(x5 Limey amongst others. returning home from treatment 'only to Fax: 723 -0463 how important whales are be surrounded by the seine temptations'. (250) Port Alberni - The world famous Now Ahousaht Holistic Centre counselor to our people. I was proud to be with the Chief Sayers invited the Mayor of Port He said his group has been doing the wrair * Imhitrhsa(ayruurhehealrh,org cIeh -nulth carving depicting a whaling Louie Joseph said the opening prayer Makah after their big hunt, and I am Ken McRae to Kyuquot members Lillian (Behar, Elisabeth Barnes and Randy NEW EMAIL ADDRESS party that was the showcase exhibit in Alberni "Uncle" say a followed by a buffet -style lunch. walk for three years and each year proud to be here now. This is a great few words. Mayor McRae reiterated people a Bellcque catch up with news from home at the Seattle Treaty Update. the main foyer of the BC Museum is Blankets from the youth were given to are getting stronger. "Suicide is day for Nuu- chah -nulth people" said Central Region Reporter now back M Nuu- chah -nulth territory. how important it was to have this piece CherylI Campbell and Marlene national problem," he pointed out adding Shawn in a moving speech given to the back, and how he is grateful that it will that Canada has no suicide pre. union Denise August On August 17, 2005, the Nuuchah- Sutherland to comfort them in their time audience, be shared with not only the Alberni of mourning. Organism Denise John strategy despite the fact that it is one of (250) 725 -2120 - Fax: (25 01 7 25 -2 110 nulth Whaling exhibit was officially Upcoming Meetings Valley, but also all those that here. reminded Campbell and the leading killers of First Nations *New!* dr usetibebuehalnrrrhh erg veiled to both Nuu- chah -nulth and the visit Sutherland as "The whale and whaling in After the Mayor's words, the people across the country. He will be world. next to the two welcoming figures she presented the blankets that the Treaty Planning, Sept. 14 -15, Traveller's Inn, Victoria general are of the utmost people of Ahousaht are here and offer sending out a petition asking signers to Northern Region: for event That greet travelers to the west coast. Hupacasath performed a few songs and If you have any questions please contact Michelle Corfield or dancing for all that were there. their love in this celebration of life. push the federal government to do coverage contact David Wiwchar at This exhibit was finally brought back importance to Nuu -chah -nulth Gail Gus at 729 -5757 or toll free 1- 877 -677 -1131 or email: The actual piece of work is a 30 -foot Leif Johansen of the Ahousaht Cultural something. the main office (250) 724.5757 - home through the hard work of the Tsu- people," said Shawn Atleo. "This mcorfield diorama that depicts Nuu-chah-nulth Centre oversaw the planning for the Ralph Edgar, Ditidaht and Louie Joseph ®nuuchahnulth.org or gailgus®nuuchahnulth.org. Fax: (250) 723 -0463. as Transformation Society, who was our way of life. The men whalers hunting a grey whale, and was vent while Roman Frank served as who are both involved in the suicide wrwchar(a:na chahnalah.org worked diligently to bring this who prepared to go on the hunt the awareness walks spoke of their healing Vancouver Island Region Management magnificent piece of history out of created by Vancouver artist Lionel Master of Ceremonies for first port Wildlife Society meeting would take 9 months to get journeys and how they were able to storage. and back to the Nuu -shah- nulth. Thomas. The actual carving was done of the day before young Marvin Frank August 30, Nanaimo Legion, 1630 East Wellington Rd., 10 am. Audio / Video Technician ready. This mana very practice the of The opening started with the spiritual by First Nations artist Geoffrey Hunt took over. cultures First Nations. Mike Watts They both said they had visions and introduction of Chief Councilor Judith time. You can see through our and Douglas Cranmer. it was Roman announced that the day's events took Nuu- chah -ninth DAC Healthability Fair, Sept, 20-21, Maht Mobs (2501 724-5757 pan in a Lakote Even though Sayers welcoming all to the ceremony. teachings just how important commissioned by the Royal BC were partly about thanking the youth of Sundae. Fax: (250) 723 -0463 the northern region the Sundance is not practiced in Nuu - r prayer was then given to start the day whales are to our people. This is Museum and was their centemiece for who also hosted a NTC Annual General Meeting (AGM), Sept. 22 -23, Maht Stabs mwans(fwchahoairh.org over 15 similar event earlier this year and chah-nulth culture both men said it oil_ After the prayer was given, Chief a great day for Nuu- chah -nulth years. The diorama may be viewed at the invited Ahousaht. "We want to helped them greatly on their path to Sayers muted Shawn Atleo to say a few people." Fisheries Litigation Case Mgmt. Conference, Sept. 26 - 28, Vancouver bottom of Johnston Road, in Pon reciprocate your kindness and healing words. r The whale and whaling in Courthouse Conrad Swan, Ahousaht also takes part DEADLINE: general are of the utmost importance to Album, BC. This exhibit is a huge generosity," said Frank to the guests After Shawn Atleo said his words, a piece ofNwchah -ninth history, and to from Kyuquot and other communities in in the annual walk and, reading from a Please note that the deadline for nu-chah -nulth people. This was our something needs to be done; the people After a long pause he continued, saying presentation of gratitude was made to prepared statement, said group's way life. The men who prepared to view this awesome pine of work is the north. He praised the youth for their need help parents need to pay attention to the submissions for our next issue is of who support this NEDC, without their us goal is to raise awareness that suicide go on the hunt would take 9 months to almost breathtaking. If you get the 'showing how important life is by A young man identifying himself as children and young dulls. September and. 2005 Mier that date, would not have been possible. Lastly, chance, stop by and see a piece celebrating it with a peaty', amongst Canada's First Nations youth is Material submitted and judged little of Darnell comes from the North West Suicide, he said, changes your life Nuu -shah -nulth life from times Chief Sham Godfriedson spoke atepidemic proportions and to get the SAML121.bealtalludtted past. Territories also participates in the annual forever and it hurts so much to lose aPProPtiale message the federal to government that you love so dearly. son Placement hut, if still relevant, will he walk Ile said his people arc going someone "My through the scone thing and he wanted to had everything going for him; but included in the7rllnrinq issue. The offices of the In an ideal world. submissions would tell young people not to keep secrets. things can change in a blink of an eye," be chah-nulth Tribal typed, rather than hand- weinen. Nuu- Council "Talk about the horrible stuff that he warned. Unable to carry on, Articles can be sent by e-mail to will be closed on happens," he advised, "Get help and let Williams was escorted back to his sot hashilthal uuchahnulth,org (Windows September 5, 2005 for the that ugly stuff go on it can kill accepting hugs from concerned friends PC). Labour Day holiday and will F00.. .y ú re not alone!" along the way. A special guest from Tla- o- qur-aht was Submitted pictures must induce a Mich Ha-Shilth-Sa reopen on Tuesday, September description of °MOMMA and tie moan introduced after having asked organizers 'Tint Nations lives aren't easy," Ha- Shilfh -Sa belongs to every Nuu -shah -nulth person including 6th for regular business. O address. Pictures with no man% address to speak. John Williams, e TEN Council he said, "but see have those who have passed on, and those who are not yet born. year -old will remain on file. Allow 2- 4.4nks Legal Information lost his 19 eon to tremendous amounts of for return. Photocopied or fax A community newspaper cannot exist without community suicidemember, only eight days earlier. He said ,Thee adve oO agrees that de opportunity and hope; ne need phmogmphs cannel accepted. involvement; If you have any great pictures you've taken, stories he decided to come to Ahousaht at the he ' her shall not be liable for to nark together as a community COVERAGE: poems last minute adding he thought it was or you've written, or artwork you have done, please let us damages arising out of errors In with effective communication." Although we would like to be able to important that he go. know so we can include it in your newspaper. advertisements beyond the amount 1 cover all stones ii 34 Williams was wrapped in a blanket and and events we will only aid for space actually This year is Ha-Shilth-Sa's Slot year of serving the Nuu -chap -ninth occupied by a` The party broke so that the youth could subject surrounded by members of his and his oso le. he portion of the adverb 1, in SS the hall for dinner. The - Sufficient advance notice addressed First Nations. wife's extended family in Ahousaht prepare which the error is due M the S s specifically to Ha- .Shast We look forward to your continued input and support. including the Ancon lacks and Sane.. Ahousaht Soul Shakers brought the hall negligence of the servo or 1- ' -- '' to life with the singing of dinner songs - Reporter's availabilitya at the time of Kleco! Kleco! David Wiwchar, Editor / Manager Choking hack tears, Williams told of otherwise, and there shall be no the event IA La ' t how much it bun to bury his son of and other party songs The evening liability for non- jnsenion 00 any John Williams of Tla- o-qui -aht to - Editorial space available in the papeR spoke the youth short days ago, "It hurts," he arid, "I ended in speeches dancing and gift advertisement beyond the amount - Editorial deadlines being adhered tot) Ivitnl,diianl.htm?tiklh caj =.,l about pain he is going through, having just lost his son. never thought it would happen to me" giving. by contributors. paid for such advertisements Page 4 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 - Page 5 Education - ha -ho -pa Traditional designs in vogue New Principal At Haahuupayak in modern architecture By Nick Watts it By David Wiwchar a white man's design. It had to I la- Shilth -Sa Reporter fire Asa Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter incorporate traditional designs and menials. especially cedar';" he said. Tsahaheh - The members of the r-ini -That client- driven type architectural If Vancouver - Architect Labe Trubka of Society are to Haahuupayak pleased design and philosophy of sustainability new of sits behind rounded table in his 12th introduce their principal s all new at the time, as was the Darryl Ashdown. font office overlooking picturesque Haahuupayak School, O demand that the buildings blend with the Coal Harbour and Vancouver's bustling Mr. Ashdown brings a wealth of natural surrounding of the site. From all leadership and west end. Elaborate models of past successful educational that emerged a new style of projects hang on walls throughout the experience to our school community. r architecture." Ile was most recently the principal of office and lobby. Thin strips of balsam House Learning for 6 I are painstakingly glued together forming of Sensisyusten -The Nuu -chah -ninth had a t - years in the Westbank community. houses, buildings, and communities that -1. tremendous ambition to revitalize Pion ins architect Lobos Trubka Born and raised in Toronto, Darryl J' you can easily see yourself walking L-77.nss their language, songs, and began his teaching career in the around despite their tiny scale. many awards, and had his designs ideas." said Trubka. "Everything comes Northwest Territories, eventually Colourful drawings and sketches of culture. They insisted that their published in numerous architectural out of these design meetings, and after moving to the BC Interior to develop projects past and present are scanted buildings must not he a white journals from around the world `because tthe construction of the project is nev schools for the Spallumcheen First throughout the office. along with Native man's design. It had to they are so striking" he said. complete there is virtually no problem Ahousaht prints and in thanks On the west coast, the native of Prague, or youth attend carvings given for with vandalism anything that Notions. and the Lytton First Nation. incorporate traditional designs like designs of First Nations offices, school, and member of the Royal Architecture because everyone was involved "I am passionate about being a father to and materials, especially cedar." in the my two children, health, meeting new l and community centers. Institute of Canada, has designed the project and has an affinity with the challenging my creativity, Olympic Hockey Camp From Meziadin to Malachan, traditional Shewish House of Learning, Part building," he said people, and - Architect Patrick Stewart agrees the Darryl expects to instill enthusiasm for First Nations designs are being Alberni Friendship Canner, Ntm -chah- In the beginning. finlike. biggest . Players from Vince Lecavaite,, to community-based model of determining leaning, hopefulness, confidence, and By Suu -minas -ash incorporated into modem architecture nulth Tribal Council administration battles were with Indian and Northern Darn I Ashdown Matted Mocker. and even the recently design in crucial, but disputes the nation inner discipline in the students of Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter with greater frequency. Construction building, and designs for the proposed Affairs Canada (INAC) who were instated Todd Bertuzzi, were al the this style of architecture is new. Haahuupayak in the coming months. chah -nulth Nation, and I look forward to industry professionals are realizing what Nuuchah -nulth Museum. Currently, he responsible for the design, construction, "I inaugural practice. After building strong educational relationships the Olympic "It's not new to me. It's been here for is working am thrilled to be a guest of the Nuu- Vancouver - It's a trip that nota lot of First Nations knew all along; buildings on the development of the and funding of First Nations schools, spectacle, the defending world junior thousands of years," said Stewart, one of on your behalf" people get to make, but fora group from covered in stucco and vinyl are no new Tsesheht Administration Centre, and houses, and buildings. "They were only champions, team Canada took to the ice only two First Nations architects in BC, Ahousaht, it was a trip to remember. match to thosesided in cedar, and has enlisted the help of famed artist Tim willing to fund concrete boxes," he said. for an exhibition game of hockey. With and one of only a handful in the country. Paul to incorporate traditional an and times have changed to On Monday, August 15th, a buildings with long sloping roofs But according In Recognition of International Fetal group from some pretty intense team red "Traditional is important in periods, withstand weather better than their designs in the building. Stewart. As First Nations throughout Ahousaht made the trek over to fand mama. architecture, the recent interest in "This is a very exciting area. There's no Alcohol Syndrome Day, "Walk -Along" Vancouver tu attend the Olympic flatroof counterparts. Canada started standing up demanding (Miler than the ('amuck% pulling out last bringing First Nations traditional design specific teaching on how to design First Orientation camp and see an exhibition better building designs Born INAC, the minute from meeting with into modem a the group architecture is long- Nations buildings, so each project is with the Saset's Tsow Tun Support Circle game between the defending world From Meziadin to Malachan, federal department washed their hands from Ahousaht, the trip was still one to overdue acknowledgement of our unique and original," said Trubka. "I Canada. traditional First Nations designs of architectural plans and became that kids need someone to them junior champions Born It was remember. In times of hardship and traditional knowledge," he said. To remind everyone with FASD will walk with for don't get much out of designing a source. Red Versus White in Place. imply another funding GM After iI is always great to have a place are being incorporated Into Recently elected President the the rest of their lives, because they are at risk of failing deny try to go through life lain. of shopping mall or a parking lot. This is arriving at the sports arena, the -tint community has to be totally first that you can go to, to look for a happy modern architecture with greater Architect Institute of BC, Stewart is from on their own" an enriching experience, and I team a lot was lucky the behind the project since the approval group to see all pro the Nisga'a Nation, and is a founding Dale: Friday, September 9, 2005 memory or two, and I'm sure that this frequency. of things each time. That's there's a hockey players have their first practice. lilt process is long and confusing," said trip will be one of those memories partner of Minters A Stewart in Place: Sway- a -la -na Lagoon lot more interest amongst designers and Stewart. "Work in First Nations ack. "Traditional ecological One of the pioneers of this new Chile architects to work on these types of ommunities is still small and funding Time: 9:09 am l-. . ,t architectural awareness, Trubka first knowledge is finally being recognized as . projects,," he said levelsI are still a struggle. lion FAS Awareness Day began: s.la:. s Wire sell to relevant, and a proper importance is realized the Importance of First Nations Both Trubka and Stewart spoke at pled by the Indian Act, but On September 9th, 1999 bells around the world marked the "magic minute at S:09 .,°E- :7.J-./ designs while working on the west coast being put out using local design ideas and ^{- length of the importance community -I 0,..c of `'a ommunities are now finding Meir am and they named the ringing bells "The FAS Bell Concordance." materials," he said, citing his past work of Vancouver Island. involvement in the design process, yoke and standing up against ," he Bells ranged from the historic 56 -bell carillon in Cape Town, South Africa, ninny on building the Metlakatla Community tw -. ati. -In the late 1970's I realized there was hosing designed numerous First Nations' aid. "But this is something bells rung by school children in Toledo, Ohio and wind chimes and rain steaks in Jv - Centre, Seabird L a strong cultural renaissance happening Island Administration schools. community centers, museums, ommunities definitely want. They have Sioux Lookout in Ontario. . building, and proposed for on the west coast of the island," said designs the and housing projects. o live with this building for 50 or more Planning began in February 1999 as a group of parents who had been _ä>.- had Xa:ytem Cultural Interpretive Centre in r¡¡ Trubka. "The Nuu -chab ninth a "When 1 first start work on a voiced years, to they want something that communicating internationally on -line thought... Mission Jo, tremendous ambition to revitalize their ax examples. meet with community members for a accurately reflects their lifestyles and 'What iron the ninth minute of the ninth hour of the ninth month we asked the language, songs, and culture. They Sincee his early days launching this style ew days and listen to their design traditions." world to remember that during the nine months of pregnancy, alcohol is dangerous to insisted that their buildings must not be of architecture, Trubka has designed 35 the baby? What we also asked the world to remember those millions of people if buildings throughout the province, won who struggle all of their lives, because of prenatal alcohol? At this magic minute we 'mild begin to change the world?' t FREE Problem Gambling Counselling Our Homes Are Bleeding/ the FAS Knot ?'his and Educational Presentations piece of knotted cord was designed in memory of Abel Donis (1968 -1991), Nos foyers saignent chose brief and poignant life resulted in the groundbreaking book abut Fetal : 1 \M y. ., -* Aloe! Syndrome, "The Broken Cord" (1989) written by his father Michael Donis Also providing Counselling Services for: . .q - _>Vk__ n I f 1945- 1997). The broken cord may refer to the umbilical cord, the spinal cord, the Emotional Issues, Transition A Personal Growth brawls system, and the cord between the generations. Academic A Employment Issues A new rein molia digital collection about out-off lands and he circle of the FAS Knot symbolizes the womb, a baby's head, them human brain, Aboriginal Title and Rights. With online tools for teachers, the earth. We, a planet-size network of people who care about people living with Call: 720.5306 researchers and students! F AS, are the knot that will make the whole. Our long-range goal is to rename this 50 Ahousaht Youth attended a practice game for Canada's Olympic (Kiya mall piece of cord, "The FAS And" Toll Free: 1.800.720.5306 Men's Hockey Team last week in Vancouver. 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can Increase personalI self-esteem, respondents as follows: Degrees of Cultural Separation By David W'wchar By Sou-minas-ash I CHOO -KWA CHALLENGE familiarize people with their culture and None was under age 5 Flourishing languages have speakers li -',MIN -tin Reporter Ha-Shilth-Sa Reporter This advertisement is to cordially invite teams to 1 bring about community healing. They 2 were aged 6 -15 of ages. and Fir 00-K k+q participate in the and Annual Choo-Kwa Challenge, lamented language and culture loss, 16 were aged 16-29 transmissiontr ccursr iwthout disruption; Port Alberni -Many athletes wive to VENTURES The Task Force on Aboriginal Cultures which is scheduled to take place on Saturday August especially for the young people adrift 153 were aged 30 -45 the language is supported in all parts of be better then they currently are. Its Zuded and Language released its 142 page 27th 2005. This event will involve teams of at least 6 or between their allures and that of 1,631 were aged 46-65 community and home life, schooling, what drives them, motivates them, and tmaualuavw, report last month, calling on the a more people canoeing a set distance along the Somass am Canadian society. and 1,675 were aged 65+ and communications. ultimately separates the best oftthe best. Government of Canada to immediately River in Pon Alberni stressed that revitalizing the language These figures suggest that Enduring languages have a critical Sports are about healthy competition, begin funding Aboriginal language Registration = $200 per team (Prizes will he and culture is a way to heal and Bergen nal transmission of B.C's mass or percentage awoken in all determination, and excellence. To be projects before it's loo late. need shortly) 1-866-294-Tour reconnect with the land They attributed First Nation languages has virtually generations, although some of them great, takes many hard years of work, The Task Force, which has been For further information please do not hesitate loss to Canada's assimilation ceased, and that almost no young to call. promised $160 million over 10 years, is language have switched to another language as and dedication, and mostly support from the residential children are acquiring the First Nation Aaron Hamilton, Manager, C roo-Kwa Ventures, (250) 724 -4006, aarolwnn .i Ie1ukne requesting that federal funding be for policies, particularly their home language and/or language of your friends and family. Lac Lucas of school system, as well as to individual, language in the home. Even among the used in only 5 years, and another $750 million work and language the Heequiaht First Nations has had all T.F.N. Youth Hockey Tournament Vince Mysters institutional and government population of childbearing age, be provided to similar projects. communication with the outside world. of these things in his life. and is pan of especially younger parents, very September 24 & 25 @ Maht blahs Gym, Pon Alberni "Canada's past assimilative anions, complacency." f Endangered languages are Inguages an elite group of athletes playing for e 19 & under entry fee $200.00, 16 & under entry fee $150.00 "The exact number of languages and individual are fluent. in which people of the older generation, at the l3Ulij particularly the residential school Tuna BC Canadian Summer A is unknown, but around 61 arc North American Indian people able to Ill & under entry fee $75.00 system, cannot be ignored. Canada's dialects or Elders, know and use the language, "f Nations speak speak First Nation language Contact Janice Thomas 725 -2175 or 726 -8660 failure to protect First Nation, Inuit and spoken today. First SI but in which parents of childbearing age "The chance III compete at the World speak various dialects enough to conduct a conversationrsation l fell Or Francis Frank 725-2175 or 725 -3233 Minis Inguages and cultures means it languages. Inuit of by and large use a different language Softball Championships was an Mais speak Michif, as well from 20% in 1996 to 16% in 2001, while must now provide the resources Inuktitut and with their children, thus disrupting experience of a lifetime. Them was a those speaking it in the home declined necessary to restore them. All federal as some First Nation languages." intergeneralional transmission. whole new level of hall that was played, Maaqtusiis Lady Storm Hawaii Bound from depertrnenis share this responsibility. BC has the greatest language diversity, Critical languages are languages that and those memories will stay with me," 13% to 8 %. for 13th Annual Palama Settlement Classic However, First Nation, Inuit and Mais containing 8 of the 11 language families. have only a handful of speakers of an says Lee. n BC, "It is important to keep in mind that Maaqtusiis Lady Storm Senior Girls School Team are planning for a tournament in peoples most also take their rightful But First Nation generational elderly age, without a significant Loo. who has been involved with language transmission is in serious statistics on language tell only a small Hawaii in December. We will be fundraising to take 12 players and 4 chaperones on place as the first and foremost teachers umber of pare. -ago and adult softball for 12 years has, in the last few a decline. part of the story. no new being 1 this drip of lifetime. If there is any way you can help us we would appreciate ìt. of their own languages and cultures," speakers, and speakers years, dedicated his life to the sport. " I As with any endeavour, it is the human You can contain Rebecca Theo at the school 670 -9589 or at home n'II -2 lee read the report. "Forcibly removing Most Firer Nation languages in this raised through intergen rional have been plays sports all my life, but spirit and the will to achieve, despite language and culture from individual province arc listed as 'Endangered', playing competitive softball has taken Hesgaiaht's Lee Lucas steps up to because Interior (stun languages, along tremendous odds, that ultimately First Nation, Inuit and Métis people is Extinct. or sleeping languages have dedication, had work, and sacrifice. I bat for Team BC al the Canada INSURANCE REQUIREMENT with the Ianguagcs in the Tsimshin determines what the future can hold." tantamount to a breach of Aboriginal no remaining speakers who !cam the have had to be away from my family Games in Regina. Team BC went on family, Kwakw'ala, Nue chah-nulth, and "Most of the world's Indigenous OUT OF PROVINCE AND COUNTRY and treaty rights, as well as a breach of language in natural intergenemtional and my !rinds, but in that time I have to capture the Silver Medal after several of the smaller Deere languages in languages are in danger of extinction, Recent situations have been embarrassing to some people who Depart Canada the Crown's fiduciary duty, and should transmission. Interestingly, some learned a lot of new skills that 1 will Northwest Territories including those in Canada. Regardless of losing a nail -biter to Team Ontario therefore be compensable. It is also our Northern BC, the languages that are officially deemed have for the rest of my life, and those without acquiring any type of medical overage insurance. Non -Insured Health fell a mange number of speakers, all First Nations, 7.6 after extra innings. view that Canada's refusal to and the Yukon, within of the "extinct" have seen efforts at revival. skins have made it all worth while. Benefits Program through Health Canada does not cover anyone who departs Inuit and languages arc equal. compensate individuals who continue to more than 300, but fewer than 1,000 Male Lee's team placed third at r,0 world Both of Lees parents believe that one of Canada, nor does your BC Medical Plan unless you have written authority from reasons why every effort Canada provide funding for First suffer the devastating effects of their speakers. 30% or 52 First Nations had There are many championships being bested only by the most important keys to any child's them stating that they will over you, and what they will cover. (Remember the made to save them. First, they Nation. Inuit and Mrtis languages loss of connection to their communities endangered languages (less than 50% of should be Japan, and Australia. Lee was invited to success is to be there at the pranism and price is much higher in US than here -1 suggest you check it out to protect yourself the adult were reported are the original languages of Canada, which is at a minimum, at the same by local travel agency and their languages, cultures and population a training camp, where he and 29 others games, encouraging and supporting your and your family). Ensure you get coverage contacting your spoken here millennia before French and level as that provided for the French spiritual beliefs fails to uphold the speaking the language and there were competed for spots on the Canadian children, at anything they decide to do, - they can and will help you! It is also understood that once you have departed Nation, Inuit and English languages, and that funding honour of the Crown. Further, this lèw- if any young speakers or, although English. The ground First team. Lee credits, among other things, be it sports or other extra -curricular Canada and you change your mind and decide you wish to have coverage - - it is recognized in of First Nation schools by the refusal has the effect of appearing to over 80% of tiro older population spoke and Metì nationhood, arc activities that your child decides to do. raw dale..: Travel policy insurance will not cove you outside the country if you try Department of Indian Affairs and the support of his family as one of the relegate First Nation, Inuit and Métis the language, there were no identified treaties, anden are entrenched in non 35 most important things. For Lee's pumas this last year has been to obtain insurance after you have left. Protein yourself and your family! Northern Development be provided at languages ,the position of subjugated speakers under 45 years old). of the Canadian Constitution " ce dad has been there for him especially tough` and would like to thank Questions on this matter are encouraged and welcomed through the Non -Insured Me Lees Lints same level and standard as that 1 The Task Force made 25 1 (Robert -888 -407 -4888 or 250 -724- languages that can be forcibly removed Bawd on the average age of speakers all through his sports career. Wanting to John and canna Oleshak, who hale Health Benefits Program Coordinator Omni iu report released provided to Ministries of Education. from the memories of the people who and the use of languages in the home, recommendations the involved, his dad was first the coach been great supporters of Lee's, and like a 5757. Those incarcerated in Canadian jails be spoke them, with impunity." responses for quit a number of on July 27th. They recommend a Ill under team, then became set of traveling parents, when Lee's and prisons should also receive of his and "During 16 community consultations languages indicate that they are National Language Strategy be parents could not be there. Here is some information for our Youth between the age, 16 - 18, as we know see language-training resources, because an assistant coach on number of endangered. In this regard, Salish in Ahousaht, and in other NCN held across Canada in 2014, many developed through community hand When some parents coach a Lee who on Friday, August 12th, is ad some veterans our unity of N huh (Nootka) and what has been missing so far is any stated that the ability to speak one's languages Ill planning by First Nation, Inuit and Métis that their children on, they arc Team BC for the ommunities. A few names to mention the Late George and Frank Williams. systematic attempt to provide language em play leaving to join lee tk of (Wakashan), Halda, Katmai this information to youth you know and encourage them to do a write ,was language helps people understand language communities.. well as by easier wayon them and allow them to get Canadian Summer Games had these last lease and Tlingit reponed an average age of to incarcerated First Nation, ho they are ìn relation to themselves, their regional and nationalm representative with more than the others, I thoughts; "The only reasons 1 anal this P. approximately 50 years old among Inuit and Métis persons to enable them their families end their communities, organisations. with coordination and that I was harder on Lee than the place in any life is by working hard and to participate more deeply end fully in believe mother tongue speakers. the will an and to Creation itself. They spoke of the technical support to be provided by others and sometimes Lee thought 1 was being determined. There have been We are pleased to announce that Canada's Aboriginal Youth have Although based on only partial data on their own connection between ones own language proposed national language organization. picking on him, but he knows now that I many obstacles in my path, over the opportunity to participate in the Aboriginal Spiritual Journey, October 25 B.C. languages, it reports the following "As e have discussed earlier and as and spirituality, noting that focusing on They also recommend Equitable only saw his potential. When I see him yeas, but you have to face adversity to n November 5, 2005. distribution of fluency reported by 9 language, spirituality, and ceremonies Resources for Language Support. That Continued on page playing now, I see all those years of overcome [. Always work hard and you Canada's Aboriginal Veterans, in conjunction with Indian and Northern Affairs

hard work pay oft and I know that I had can achieve your goals!" Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada, will undertake a special Aboriginal Chiefs -in- Assembly, preserve, protect end revitalize a hand in that." Spiritual Journey to the Battlefields of Europe to call home the Spirits of our Language Loss and Learning: A Timeline Resolution 535/98, at its 19th Annual Aboriginal languages. The long -term fallen Warriors- The Annoy will comprise: Second World War Veterans; Indian Residential School Policy- Impact Development gave official recognition to General Assembly, June 25, 1998. goals and objectives of ALI were III Aboriginal Traditional Spiritual Leaders; National Aboriginal leaders; members on First Nation Languages the position paper and committed to The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) by increase the number of Aboriginal Congrats to Kyle Erikson of the Canadian Forces and the Royal Cnadian Mounted Police. The "Indian An of Canada" enacted in implementing its various directives. resolution of the Chiefs in Assembly, language speakers by expending the a First Inuit Hello, we would like to mention horn along with his friend- teammate Lee A representative group of thirteen Youth will accompany the Official I x76. granted the federal government The position paper states that "Unless declared State of Emergency regrading domains in which Nation, proud we are of our son Kyle Erickson. Lucas. We would especially like to Delegation to Europe. First Nation, Inuit and Mitts youth, between 16 and 18 and its aunts caning powers over a child learns about the ton's which First Nation languages and called on and Métis languages are spoken and Kyle just for home from playing men's thank Limo and Dona for allowing our age, who are interested in taking pan in !Man svl -fm. shape him; the history of his people, Canada to lake action as follows: increasing intergenami oral language years of softball in Regina for the Canada son to travel to and from places Kyle to a written essay of 300 to 500 Under the Act he federal government their values and customs, their language, That the government of Canada act transmission. Funding of $20 million this special opportunity arc requested submit immediately eto recognize, officially and was Summer Games. Kyle and his team did also just graduated, so we have more to in length. =aloe. and implemented Indian he will never really know himself or his ($5 million a year) administered by words extremely awesome. They placed be proud aft! Ile has been so very busy Rosiknnal School and potential as a human being." legally, the First Nation languages of the Assembly of First Nations, the For further information, please visit http:// www .aine- iaac.gc.ca/index_e.himl make a second overall coming hon. with e lately, we appreciate all that people hale and indicate to Indian stay School policies that were The international Convention our Canada. and to commitment to Métis National Council and the Inuit As well, please feel fee to further distribute this information Silver Medal These guys played so done for Kyle, and we will keep you meant to assimilate Indian children into Biological Diversity (1992) requires provide the resources necessary to Tenant Kama.. contestants that they can submit their essay to eaaycontest(a?inac.gco great, they played some great teams. posted should there be more trips for adirs Canada. as a parry, to rake action for reverse First Nation language loss and to The future: They lot to Ontario in the final game, Kyle. Once again.. Thank you from the Children re forced to "unlearn" preserving and protecting traditional prevent the extinction of our The Task Force recommends that e this was a very close game. We arc bottom of our hearts to everyone that their indigenous language, culture, knowledge; and to provide for sharing languages... Language and Cultures Council (LCC) mermen proud of our son for all that has helped along the way. Should heritage and beliefs and to re -learn benefits resulting from utilization of Chiefs Committee our languages be established, and more funding be you he has accomplished and we would like have any questions or comments, please TAYLORS FLOWER SHOP foreign language, religion and way of such knowledge and practices, The Chiefs Committee on languages made available for language programs to tend our Thank you 's to everyone free o contact us at home at 250- lift, First Nation Languages Foundation established in 1998 by resolution of In the Februay 2003 Speech from the feel dial has helped Kyle in his journeys 723 -2089. In friendship- .lerilyn, These policies remained in effect for (RCAF Recommendation) the s Executive Throne, the federal government 3020 3rd Avenue across Canada and back. Ile has been to Ware, Kyle Erickson. over I110c ea in Canada. In 1996, the Royal Commission on Committee of the Assembly of First committed $172.5 million over II years and Pon Alberni, B.C. Nations to address growing concerns re, italitatior and several places in the last few months 1140/' The inl rgncratiereal impact Milton Aboriginal Peoples (REAP) for [be preservation, V9Y 2A5 destructive policies are still being ended the endowment of over the loss of First promotion of Aboriginal languages and Hrrenconf ass P,/ Nation Inguages. cultures. Say. it wit kg.r haw addressed today. $100 million for an Aboriginal language Y6n Indian Control of Indian Education foundation with contributions from the Aboriginal Languages Initiative: funded Based on the consultations and the To All Tribes - Please return any medical equipment that you may have yf sfuwp std M tvaord In 1972 the Indian at $5 million annually over 4 years, ALI Task Force's own findings, the Task none pmmlbnrnmowersia email: taybrsnowersrtshaw.cz National federal government, churches and other borrowed from the Tsesheht First Nation Loan Cupboard, our medical Norm," Brotherhood developed a position paper was created in 1998 to help reverse First Force sees an urgent need for the 5160 We deliver world wide! private and public donors. running low and there are many people in need of this service or if you have any s on behalf of Indian leaders Nations, Inuit and Metre language loss. million committed in 2002 for First to take back State of Emergency Respecting First medical equipment you would like to donate to the loan cupboard this would be The ALI was established in response to Nations, Inuit and Mais languages and Phone: 723 -6201 control of their children's education. Nation Languages greatly appreciated. Thanks. ' On February 3, 1973, the Minister of Me commitment made by the federal recommends that Canada provide the A State of Emergency respecting First Tracy Robinson, Tseshaht Health & Social Services Department eleflor Indian Affairs and Northern government m Gathering Strength funds over 5, instead of ten years. 1- 800 -287 -9961 Nation Languages was declared by the - P0. Box 1218, Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M1, 7241225 Canada's Aboriginal Action Plan to 1

Page 8 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 August 25, 2005 - Ha- Shrllh -Sec - Page 9 NDP Critic calls Christensen to task Held In Port Alberni New Minister hopeful 4111" Coaching Clinic By David Rias too, By Smi-Minaa-Aah what Any Two had to offer. NffISH When the soon -to -be coaches shower) MBIA Ha-Shilth-Su Reporter Ha-ShdthSa Reponer for reconciliation up for day 2, they were tired, and sore. hut most of all, ready to complete the By David Uno hint Ministry of Newly elected Alberni- Qualicum MLA Tbahaheh - On Thursday and Friday, program. Alter two more hours of Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter Relations Scott Fraser intends to hold the August 10,[h, and 121h, a basketball Aboriginal learning and playing, and getting the provincial government's feet lit the fire coaching clinic was held for anyone and Reconciliation years in drills right, they had completed the 'victoria - Tom Christens., Minister of over the next four his stewed. Not only could you team the core caching program and were now Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation appointment as official critic for valuable skills in coaching kids, but also Aboriginal Relations and certified level I NCCP coaches. P ]s hoping to forge a new relationship Ministry of you become a certified coach in Canada, At the end, the instructor Steve handed with BC First Nations. Reconciliation. and have a chance to go to the North r be is a out t -shins in recognition of old lawyer from 'The first thing will asking for Indigenous Games, in T Although the 38 -year America group ; ` formal apology from the provincial completing the program, and the F Vernon admits a lack of experience in Colorado. divisive and of 6 that started out as wannahé s, dealing with Firs Nations issues, he government for their On a wane Thursday afternoon, 6 on treaty principles ended with the skills and knowledge to 14- he's willing learn. bigoted referendum sate coaches showed up at the lise! to train a crap of kids and turn them into 21 Avs me four years ago,- said Fraser. "Any new been a steep teaming curve for Main Main gym to leans the 'I -ifs S isn't that what lit I ./_Jaao relationship is minted by their past a team. Alter all, over the past few weeks, but II certainly fundamental techniques on coaching, L coach is supposed to do? actions such as the referendum, and I in recognize there's a keen need to make and how to be a successful teacher. As Miller/McCarthy Marry Port Alberni want to sec Ibis New Relationship On September 20h, ASRA progress on a host of issue that involve the 6 participants went through a series The more' By Denise August, modem wedding ceremony he said. document brought beyond words and put Scott Fraser, Alberni- Qualieum how to not (Aboriginal Spans & Recreation First Nations people," of drills, they also teamed immediately followed with Rev. Rick of BC) is coining to Pon Ha- Shilth -Sa Reporter `Reconciliation Is a critical pan of the to good, constructive, positive action critic only have skills needed to Association MLA and official opposition fun, hot also Lindholm officiating The Bridal party province," he said. "True Alberni to hold a basketball talent Ministry, and what the goal is, is to truly around this Aboriginal and he a good teacher. for Relations Port Alberni - The beautiful Roger made their way down the red carpet in reconcile the long- standing rights and reconciliation is beneficial for all the Steve from the NCCP (National clinic. This is where you will have the Reconciliation Creek Park served as the setting for the pair starting withith Bob Titian and Rose people in the people of this province, and 1 want to Program) was chance to by out for Team BC and go interests of Aboriginal Coaching Certification Nnnkemus; Kevin Sabbas and Susan North American Indigenous overall interests of the ensure Mat it happens." Nations, the Metis, and Chiefs and instructor, at least 3 hours to the August 14th wedding of Kim Miller, province with the the who for Jack Raymond Charleson and Fame leaders from throughout the province," Games, in Colorado, USA. For more (Ahousaht) and his bride. Angeline citizens of British Columbia generally. made Gina, Lit, Crystal, Jackie, Alex, Charlease; David Miller and Carol thing I will be asking he said. information on this clinic, check out McCarthy (Ucluelet First Nation). With For too long there's been a growing gap "The first and Nick, train like they were in high McCarthy; then Ringbearer Davian and non -Aboriginal "Premier Gordon Campbell seems to for the game. . c or contact Gina Pearson their guests seated in the shade of maple between Aboriginal for is a formal apology from the school gating ready big Miller and Flower girl Summer Dennis. BC of be taking Aboriginal issues seriously al the Tsesa, haht Band office.. trees; the couple and their families first people in terms of economic and social Tom Christensen, Minister pros Metal government for their After a Bury of skills and drills, the Father of ate bride, Chuck McCarthy a Nuu-chah -north traditional do a great now, and I'm hoping this new Ministry participants but ready for earned out outcomes, and we needle Aboriginal Relations and di. hive and bigoted referendum were drained, escorted his daughter to the alter and deal of work to narrow that gap," he will be giving direction to their treaty ceremony. Reconciliation on treaty principles four years the couple were married as their friends said, "We do need to recognize and negotiators to expand their mandates Mill summed by his grandmother Fraser. and family looked on. and [atlas leaders are suspicious and skeptical ago," said "Any new and negotiate in good faith," said appropriate teachers of our languages Mabel and the Frank /Adams family of respect Aboriginal rights Task Force Report Mr. and Mrs. Miller were introduced given the history in BC and Canada. relationship is tainted by their Fraser "I have a problem with the and cultures. We must begin by speaking Ahousaht approached the bride's father, interests within the context of the for the first time as husband and wife What we're looking for are concrete such as the negotiations and continued from page 6 our own languages to our children in out Chuck McCarthy for permission to take province as a whole in terms of land and past actions exorbitant costs of before the wedding party took time to opportunities to make some early homes and communities and we must do Angeline's hand in marriage. Speaking resource use. We need tonsure were referendum, and 1 want to see how First Nations are expected to bear the Elders and other persons with pose for pictures. progress so we can show that it's more it daily. We cannot delegate this task to in their own language, the elder Frank fulfilling our obligations to work with this New Relationship document that burden. I don't think ifs ethi.l, whom we consulted have confirmed, The reception was held later that how we has just word," he said. and it might not be legal," he seed. our schools or leave it for the next brothers told of Miller's family First Nations people in move brought beyond words and pul to even the ability to speak ones own language evening at the Italian Hall where guests "All of the work that we're doing business and corporate generation. To maintain, revitalize and connections which extend from Forward in land and resource use issues "Clearly, is the gift that allows someone le were treated to a smorgasbord of turkey, around the development of the new good, constructive, positive action preserve our languages, we must use Ahousaht to Ehattesaht where his late and decisions. We need to develop interests are pushing the government to properly participate ;n the sacred Iron, fish and salads complete with relationship will assist in the treaty around this province," he said. traditional and contemporary methods grandfather, Sons Adams Sr. comes from. opportunities to share in the benefit of resolve minks." remit...Imes and spiritual traditions of dessert. The meal was prepared and process. Getting to treaty is a very and strategies in the development of new They thanked Angeline for bringing the resource developments," he said. The critic has the ability to hold the his or her own people." read the report. served by members of the bride and complex mania that takes a lot of time. Fraser, the former Mayor of Tofino and approaches. We believe this will nurture couple's two children into the world and Ata recent Premier's meeting held in government to account, and I'm "We urge Correctional Service Canada grooms family and the leftover That still mremains a priority for the member of the Central Region Board is and sustain the use of our languages, they acknowledged her family ties to Banff, BC Premier Gordon Campbell optimistic 1'l1 he able to do that," he to take the next step and to fund ...tables were generously donated and the certainty that brings to well acquainted with First Nations issues particularly among First Nations, Inuit Hesquiaht through her late mother, .aid his government -will forge new province said. "I'm not going le just wade into training in all federal to the 'Celebration of Life parry hosted First Nation and the pros ince as on the west coast of Vancouver Island, and Metis youth' Monica Amos- Charleson. relations with First Nations founded on my job in a confrontational manner. I linnet inst' minis. Ideally this by Ahousahin youth. In the interim period, we need to and is working to familiarize himself -As the prima, vehicle for the Tat Tarnish speaking on behalf of the re igation, respect, and recognition whole. want to do things in a way where things would entail contracting with nearby Several toasts were made to the bride ". find ways consistent with the treaty with issuesw around the pro, ewe of culture, language revivalvival bride's family told of Angeline, ...originalrm rights and title "The gap will get done." First Nation, Inuit and Meth and groom and acknowledgements were to work with the "It's a much bigger job than just WC VI was s key to the Commission's vision of connections to Ucluelet, Hesqueaht and is one that has been Mere for decades, process collaboratively Fraser has been trying no meet with BC communities that have both speakers made to all that helped with the Nations to needs and ours.. and there's an awful lot to learn restored First Nation, Inuit and Métis to some family members in and too often has been ignored," echoed First mat their Liberal MLA and Minister of and trained language nachos. as well wedding. The bride, groom and their the interests the province There are very few resources given to nationhood and cultural renewal. For the Uchueklesaht and other areas. They Christensen.en. reconcile of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation as training existing speakers among guests danced their way into wcc hours and First Nations. opposition critics, and ate have no staff Commission, the fragile state of First eventually accepted the groom's offer When asked if the BC Liberal Tom Christensen, but local 1 heard back rated persons. In cars where of the next morning. Congratulations is that not getting but I'm trying to learn all the Nation, Mart and Marts languages and and allowed his family to take Angeline (;ovemment's Referendum on 'treaty My impression we're or budget, yet. Although he has been able to meet this run possible, it may involve the Kim and Angeline Miller! from all the the threat That some might disappear in into their own family. Principles in 2002 might have heeled to treaties because we don't have the different issues differ.[ with some members of Christensen's best providing next alternative of th relationship trust and group and put deem into perspective." the near future involved far more that gap, Christensen was unrepentant. underlying of staff, an actual meeting with the facilities for distance learning of languages and culture,- read the renon. First Nations, Inuit and Mais one another that will he aid. "I'm responding to any the loss of tools of communication. the The perception of the referendum was experience with Minister has yet to materialize. language, sing the Interne or other "The Task Force is confident that, with connection wi h this land. They give that step he rations I receive from First Nations Rather, it meant the imminent loss for all unfortunate. The referendum was allow of getting to treaty," Fraser now has an office see up in Port technologies and providing training Canada's sum. and the collective will fabric of Canada the texture and will to focus all around the province, and I've already timee of the distinctive worldviews and Intended to provide the provincial said. "We continue Alberni at 3699 3rd Ave, and can he materials such as hooks and cassettes." of First Nations, Inuit and Mais coloration that make ira unlike any other meetings with the ullecnive experience. knowledge and government with the mandate it felt it resources where we think we will get the been attending reached at (250) 720 -4515, or toll -free "That being said, however, Canada individuals, families and communities, fabric in the world. Restoring their Nations, Nuu-chah -nulth perspectives of entire peoples." needed to proceed with treaty best return on our investment." Douglas Treaty at i- 866 -870-4190. cannot speak our languages for this journey can be completed. Canada languages and cultures would ensure the meantime, the BC is "We view this foundational eepon as a negotiations in a principled way. (loss In Govemment mot them. And s recognize its rich linguistic heritage that First Nations, Inuit and Mais Canada restore what working to reform Forest and Range new beginning, the first step of strong for as long never 'tended to he a referendum en Canada cannot promote diem among and s accept that it is the oral histories the people remain nations Nations many described as being a 100 -year Aboriginal Rights and Title interests. Agreements, which some First N.T.C. Nursing Updates /Schedules: our peoples. We must take our rightful songs and the dances that speak of the as the sun shines, the grass grows, and remain journey to the levitalial inn of our Everybody should recognize those are have signed on to, while others CENTRAL REGION. positions as the first and most the river flows." legally protected and aren't something adamantly opposed. Mary McKeogh - Hot Springs Cove every Tuesday, otherwise al the that be of a referendum. 'The Province is trying to understood can the subject Ucluelet Health Clinic. What it was intended to he was an some of the objection to the Forest and Chris Curley - Tla -o- qui -aht plus one day per week focus on Sex opportunity to provide provincial Range Agreements, and we're meeting Education and Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases for all Nuu- negotiators with a publicly supported to better understand where each of us is coming from and what we're trying to chah-nulth communities. Lynne West is currently filling in for the mandate to go forward with treaty 'x1111111' rit. ''ll accomplish," said Christensen. "Hopeful 'nl+i'rtü't negotiations," he said.. Ahousaht nursing services. 1t (171700,7,V Christensen and his government have we will see significant work on that this SOUTHERN REGION: JUST n1AGINE l'in fall." oI now embarked mammas to bring all Penny Cowan - Penny is at the Bread of Life on Monday and Wednesday HELLO 1 l Ilhndljll r CHOPPING A CARRoT.. First Nations together with the release When the Legislature is called back mornings. Penny is at Hupacasath Tuesdays. MY FOOD FISH FOR m roDAy f ° JUST IrrwGINE I'M of their 5 -page 'New Relationship' next mend, the government will he Annet Muller Home Care Nurse for the Southern Region and CHOPPING A CARROT.. document released to Cabinet on June rushing to produce a throne speech and a BUT PAI VEGETARIAN - - -1 budget within the first week. Christensen Community Nurse for Uchucklesaht will be making community visits as 23rd. CANT will be busy focusing on key areas of needed for client assessment and service. OH AND YOUR SISTER BE "We want to develop of a new YOU concern< within his Ministry. to Tsesheht and I THERE WILL ÐERS Tao? relationship that is built on respect, Jody Vos continues to provide services Inn-ay-alit "We (BC and First Nations) have to Ditidaht and trust, and collat..," said (Thursdays), Liz Thomsen continues to provide services DON'T EVEN EAT FISH.,. differing views on selfgovernment. and rat Christensen. "The relationship between Knee -Was, that's something star we'll have to work First Nations and the Crown has not Ina Stitcher - First Nation Advocate Nurse- Hours: 7:00am - 3,30pm @ AND AUNTY'S NOT n," he said. "There are opportunitiesities to been a particularly positive relationship West Coast General Hospital. Phone: 723-2135 ext. 1109 FEELING WELL. -- share in revenues generated in the forest over the last century and a half, and we YOU economy. and we're hopeful with the NORTHERN REGION: CAN PICK UP CL) have to change that. Ifs only by kitt41"s. development of this new relationship the Moira Havelka - is providing nursing services in the community of changing that relationship we're going HER FISH Too? n o CHOP! number of court eases will become Tasman every Tuesday and Thursday, otherwise she can be reached at Yn1Ììt robe able to collectively meet the goals THE THINGS fewer and fewer," he said. CAI, sPLAsH, RH LinsituliAttaan of First Nations and the Province for the the Gold River Clinic. This is subject to change according to meetings, O.K. mom Jo good of all of us," he said. "It's fair that workshops etc. 0,200S BY RANDY Rabic Hoe

10 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 Page August 25, 2005 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - Page 11 Important Notice to all Nuu- chah -nulth -aht poets nook Repected People Help Them his spirt had returned Letters to the editor Call Their Spirits Back/ Call them back some would have a lot mow respect for regarding emergency response contacts call them hack we know how My heart goes out to all my relatives we are not putting our young people Laura than they would for our The Disablement of Fraser no more lies and friends who have suffered and reign monarch Following the direction of the NTC an impact in case of emergency. through their coming of age rites no more covering up endured the loss of loved-ones these past own Tyee...the rightful `stewards' of our main table, we have been directed to What do we think about emergency Movement and Motion: we are not thereto stay to comfort one help them help them no more silence few months. These have been very trying Nuuchah -math Chiefs' lla- hwltae. work with the First Nations and FINESS planning? We arc not only looking at Break Down of the Family mother we know how no more leaving one behind times for all of us. It'd be a sad day for each and every one "to develop a comprehensive NTC Tsunamis and earthquakes we are also we can always be there when we need to lift them us System thin pain is real I have been doing a lot of soul of if Coon, ever allowed themselves Emergency Preparedness Plan." thinking about: celebrate carry them it comes from any generations arching to try to put a finger on just to sink that low; to only think selfishly Each F.N. has appointed someone to sit Forest fires (structural/wild) (Laura Fraser they are tired and weak of hurt and why it is that our communities have been (`what's in it for me?'). It could be Oil spills pain on this committee to help with the 1 express caution call upon our Ancestors fight for them going through what we have been going construed as the final blow t our development of these plans and to work Accidents air, land, water (plane, ho -ho-ho - words are very powerful to feed them strength to remain a they cannot through. I guess them really is no one endeavour distinct Comm with FINESS in the community or,, boat) I woke this morning saddened we can invite hams not by saying to call upon the Mothers to feed than life Respected People answer to this. But, I do know that we society. assessments. Each F.N. also appointed Landslides much) have thought of before the days family member don't walk away from them raise lour hands up to our creator - If there was one thing 1 have always are losing invaluable resources, `Big reps to work with FINFSS. This Flooding before our wedding.... "it is your own fault you are losing your their burdens of pain are heavy before we did not know known about Coons, from the time of committee has scheduled meetings every Power failure carefully thinking and preparing for our family' European contact, it would be that we protect the people once again of so much grief and loss 1 see some of our farce dying before second Monday. Next meeting Health concerns gathering come ahead we arc one people and family `what's for our I ask of you the wolves these pains are of illness our eyes-our youth who have m much despise being told gad September 12, 2005, Campbell River at The concern we have is the impact on no matter how far apart we are reworded plops addictions the desease that potential to offer to our lla -with. While, Ha- wiih ". All the a -multh -nee asks Lust KDC. Note: The next meeting our ans. We would rather be But more so, is harming restore our laws as heal them at the same time, we are also suffering is what they stand to gain from our Ha- in from now, ready and prepared, our committee with Hash to express the observations I see scheduled 3 weeks doe to I express the worry such strong words renew power to healthy authority mourn to our family system heavy losses of an extremely invaluable wiih and then give Bale or nothing in the Labour Day weekend. the "appointed" people r is still meeting about the harm that has come to us as a that have been said ones that may have caused harm -our Elders, so Ha- hum. This is just one of the dangers in so it no longer remains broken mauot with much Please contact Judi Lamb Thomas, regularly every two weeks, but we see people because I want to our family as a protect speak of this assure everyone is okay to like this. I hope and expertise to give to today's allowing ourselves think Ditidahi Emergency Services the same 5 -6 faces but there is am greatly cottoned of the whole Nuu- Ha -wiih have always so Mat this harm does not happen again return to our alliances generation. All they ask is for our youth chahmilth Coordinator, email: consistency in the representation of the fragmentation there are many our reasons peoples can't let all titles go once we were ten strong to `go to them; they would be more than been respectful, generous and sharing in Judea.. sland.net.com. phone (W) 745- other nations. that has happened to us from the past live together their Hun -pork- wi -mum. and live what we meant to be now e should be many more than happy to leach them'. I have felt this 3333 Cell 741 -0 780. See contact sheet Please send your appointed delegates to from contact but w must resist the breakdown in the the best thing tar can be in PIP is an know and remember temible void in my heart with each We have failed our elders far too often. E.P.P. the meetings. we have lost many resources family system example we are tied I They have so much to offer us, but we to many nations passing that have been made aware of If Appointed to NTC Emergency one the ability to travel to each other as many losses in of these resources are assure of this we arc of and all I can do is pray that things will would chase to pursue a piece of paper oily and resources, should Preparedness Planning Committee peoples.-_ you beyond our control and we will heal hum for the borer. that says sac are smart. We have all the to live hishuukishtswak around attend. Whether you work in fisheries, Emergency Services Committee for two the ability close to each other our nation's tie us together through world ma no more can we walk in silence much loss Maybe its just me, but there seems to time in the to exploit the forestry, tourism, or community, you FINESS to share children multh -nee system, but our elders have no can our Mothers I s love seen a parallel.. pattern that has need to help with the planning. In order Sincerely, one of our HFN reps marriages ally us as families walk with hier heads down our people are walking in a state of developed since our Ha -wiih chose to expressed on numerous occasions that for our plan to be comprehensive we Stella M. Peters, Hum -ay -ant many people most live away for better walking in shame no more negotiate a Treaty with the ma -multh- there time here with as is more and more shock need to include all areas that may have On Behalf of NTC - Flip Committee education or employment I wanted to honor my Mother today and it is not ours feeling not being able to lift our nee. Is there something we are doing or limited with each passing day with Yet tee still struggle when we achieve of share my concern Respected People not doing? Please, don't get me wrong, which to teach all that they know. Their those goals heads above water over night.. often she has had to walk alone tom to the Mothers as I am with our Ile -with regardless of teachings of hunk are dram by Ancestors Blood Run my hope and prayers degeneration is upon us and this came only thinking way is best her family I pray silently that this impossible dream of they will know I send to you all the people the direction they wish to take their mus- generations of Ha -hope; invaluable when loss of movement came to be Through My Veins of destruction and how she would cloth and feed us chim. teachings pasted from one generation to they will know what is best to do all the strength and love I can Written By Norma -Ann Webster loss of resources and the support of one leading the may for daughters like us but the next. nevertier be a reality for this is the for the hurting ones we will call them back Perhaps, we are trying to accommodate It is through my blood. another futureu of progress clearing the way for others to come after I heard of a young man Laura Fraser?laoquìaht the ma -mulch -race little too much; so One of their most important teachings First Nation It is through my Heart...... Our ancestors have built on their her we they never hesitate to give is in telling us on the canoe journey August 16th, 2005 much so that are beginning to think And It is trough the many times 1 have cried through out my teachings... dreams her work has been important because dancing for the People too much like them? If this is the case, who we are cannoned to and how we are times way from my people That have been ingrained into my and have paved. way for us all to see she has empowered o could what we are doing be self- related. This is where I see as failing our when t return t toy and assure that home the difference of both worlds that other Nuuchahnulth young people to I'd like to send this poem out to my defeating? We say we are here to do the elders. They miss that important is never way from my heart Princess Baby This is trength... collide believe they can reach their goals family, my parents Peter and Daisy bidding of our lla -wiih, to preserve our opportunity to mach us and our children I awake thinking carefully each morning By Gloria Ashacker John 7 my Hanson, my The grandparents playing Jabal This entrance would allow them to Hanson, Sister ion culture and traditions; only to lam who we are and that we, as Nuu -chah- what can I do today to benefit my family The mothers, the sisters, the aunts, the arrive successfully the were raised that we are servants to Brother Russell and wife Christine around to do the opposite of what they nulth, are tae -wank. Sadly, there are when I make when choices I write I ask the people Come back home my princess baby Hanson. I appreciate everything you in That is- if we the people of this have instructed us to des At times some today's generation who don't how can I lift the people with my words have done for me and I arm... The families gathering beautiful and everyday we must wake with that in You have chosen the path of feeling essentially questioning their authority. entirely understand how families are when I go to speak I think of what lonely As the drums beat Rain Forest say "welcome once our minds There is a danger in allowing this to connected, or for that matter, who our would defend our ways as Nuuchahnulth Forever Grateful The grandfathers, fathers, Uncles, again this has kept our vision always focused Your self esteem your soul your spirit happen if it is what it seems to be. I have Nuuchah -ninth Ha -wiih are. people Will be driven right into it You are a blessing to my soul, nephews, sons Could we allow progress to develop this on people here had the advantage of having lived among I often enjoy pointing out that a lot of Thank you for everything, And brothers holding those lethal far.. but the home we miss back home These words of love princess baby and worked with the ma -mulch -nee. I what I understand about who I am You have done for, any Mostly, I hope you hear them ticks... This is our future of what our ancestors it was an advantage in that I have related to stems from our elders' I am forever grateful I do not write for myself but my Mother 1 pray they guide you The strength and power of those drums have worked so hard to obtain...? ho -ho -ho at I You owns of my heart, studied them and have an understanding explanations the many potlatches ... She was dishonored recently, Theses words of love princess baby piece Songs with Respect No -sure things would change with please be careful with words of just how they think. There is this stark have had the good fortune and privilege My strength has always been my Mom Thank you for everything, Just imagine this time they are powerful Are from your mother contrast between their society and ours. I to have witnessed. There is no such thing For the support, Another life a world of progress this she has led us daughters ahead Come back home my princess baby But the MOW we mist development powerful enough to harm another human have my elders to humbly thank for the as being told something in Ha -hops too far away from her own people You have chosen the path of being You have given me, Fear of industries that use new tactics the more we lave to hang on to being or cause harm on the family ability to truly listen to what I hear and many times. she gave as everything we needed lonely I am forever grateful. to call this world progress this was all given to strike a balance between two very In closing I would strongly encourage You are my light shining above, a and often did things alone Your mind your heart your life To indicate better life & with things to us by our ..Tie beauty of all please, please when we are there to different societies. today's parents to go to our elders. They we lived poorly after our Father died Thank you for everything, that are considered collectables elements celebrate or see each other Will be driven right into bad rhythm I have long held the view that to the have always said that no matter how For keeping me Fancy, and Mom struggled with school and I hope you hear this shinny cars, Fining in with the This is what is left for the future embrace each other ma-nee this word `respect' is just busy you may seem to be...always make work Well nourished, city -Slickers generations hold each other I pray the angels guide you that...only a word. It doesn't have the time for our family... they are your she was left with four of us to worry by 1 am forever grateful. With the nice homes all around high Our homeland- where we call keep in mind every morning how can I These words of love princess baby same meaning that we define for medicine and greatest strength It is up to herself You are my strength, technology Home... lift the people Are for you my precious baby !mask'. The only time their undivided you to be able to identify who you she did not give up though and Come back home my princess baby Thank you for everything, Fashion magazines that offer brand name Fast and shinny cars, high heels, more so, how can I protect the people ttention can be had is if something has family is and to in tom teach your r she gave us everything we needed to feeling For telling me not to give up, clothes fashionable designer in memory of the Nuuchahnulth people You have chosen the path of dollar figure attached to it and if they children who they are connected to, so grow to the people we are today lonely That i can do anything, may feel better or even fit in Clothes arc easily replaced any day.. that we have lost tend to benefit I am forever grateful. from it to was once that they would always know that they the rest Your self esteem your soul your spirit ith of the But nudity the preservation of our and left us feeling alone.._ suggested to me that `it was high time will never be alone. (boos My respect We are not the only family into it You are encouraging to my ego, world... Progress... home hind-land the only time we have is now Will be driven right hat our people let go of our (old ways)'. and my prayers to you all. that does not have direct access to the These words of love princess MM Thank you for everything, That entices the very soul And our children's lives, families, elders greet everyone with good salutations This from one of our own; man In Brotherhood, reSOUrCPS For giving me wise words, The fear of this industrious world that they may have a great gift to offer you 1 hope you hear them influenced may too much Wii- heem -m -ep our community For me to rodeo on, by the ma- (Komi Tom) There are many of us disbanded for I pray they guide you makes things Is more important- than what the or you may have a great to offer another multh -nee world It would appear that From Tla -o -qui -ant - Many lam forever grateful. These words of lose princess baby bigger and better than we ever possibly industries have t we just don't know s and You are my family, d earned f the loss of movement resources muwe st be able move our people Are from your mother to offer us in a gold or silver platter_ Thank you for everything, The fear off this sanction -the rain limitsI are abilities from to again Come back home my princess baby This is what we have and what everyone place place For all the love, McIntosh, Norton, Williams, CCA's forest we can see what each is doing and listen in our Long House that else in the world Support, WIN That takes me home by the sea we can ere if one of us is suffering shelters the whole fatuity..... /Urdu P Ashacker I LOVE YOU Desires... a pure untouched land that Nourishment, Mural The fear of future extensions we an not naming our children our way Everything is One, LOVE YOUR MOM they Strength, A bridge that would connect this because mare apart Laura Fraser Haro- qui-ahi and Ahousaht 'Tliccougalas "Specializing in First Nations can claim that is if we say "Welcome nenk beauty Again - lam grateful taxation, auditing & With progress? Mew! grandmothers and grandfathers Your. rusor-flmeacv Without you my blessed family, lay R Norton, FOGA, CAFM The progress that would dissolve the For it is My Ancestors Next Deadline Blood mdleml 0La 1 wouldn't be where i am today. strategic management very 4 Cory McIntosh, CGA CAFM, CFP that Runs Through My Veins... pane I wouldn't have the love Home of our ancestors m mmollerta z

L Page 12 - Ha- Shilth -S a - August 25, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 - Page 13 Are you or a family member a patient in the hospital? If you would like to see one of us remember you have to ask for as and we can assist you with the following:

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Multiple . Campbell River. BC Naoaimo BC interchangeably with Alzheimer's Sclerosis. September. forms of arthritis as well, such as Disease. - Prevalence I 13 Studies have Sandy Miller, Santana Rose Ile mmtia =Latin of Demential: in If you are experiencing pain, joint ostmarthritis. shown that translation -"withoutmiod". The Canadians over 65, I in 7 over 75, stillness and decreased mobility due to therapeutic exercise, whether prescribed for Aboriginal Liaison Nurse Aboriginal Liaison Nurse Ha'wilth Jerry Jack leads Mowachaht / Muchalaht singers definition is a progressive, 1 in 3 over 85 and the numbers are specific or a general exercise Ph: (250) 832-6961 1- 250 753 -6578 of dementia arthritis, the Canadian Physiotherapy joint problems in a results in reduced Vittoria, BC pager 4 716 4001 and drummers ciquaa and welcome song at the 15th irreversible, neurologic disorder readily increasing. Association recommends that you consult program, pain, Christine Atkins, Port Hardy BC annual Sommerfest at Yuquot (Friendly Cove), resulting from the death of brain cells. The Bottom Line: Keep active a physiotherapist Physiotherapy has an improvement in physical activity, aerobic Aboriginal Liaison Nurse Beth Scow Is is characterised by changes in mental physically and mentally. Keep excellent long- standing history of capacity and energy levels. healthy hearts Carrying excess weight Ph: (250) 370-8847 Aboriginal Liaison Nurse function, and eventually by changes in and circulation to effectively treating the symptoms of puts individuals at physical function prevent strokes, heart disease as arthritis. risk of developing osteoarthritis (OA), Pager: 413 -6124 I -22 509493440 The Nuu -chah -nulth Research Ethics Committee 4 A's well as dementias. particularly in the Pager I (250) 949 -5219 was formed in December 2002 to deal with the The are Amnesia, which is The benefits of therapeutic exercises for memory loss; Aphasia. which is loss of Not everyone gets dementia - it is rheumatoid arthritis were described by an weight -bearing hip and knee joints. A recent return of the blood samples obtained from the language; Apraxia. which is loss of NOT a normal part of ageing. If expert panel of multidisciplinary health report from the Canadian Institute for Dr. Ward arthritis study. motor skills; and Anomie. which is ofloloss someone you know is havingerg archers who reviewed the existing Health Information (CIRO demonsnatesa recognition. ratty or functional problems, e. 1 correlation between being obese and the As pan of their terms of reference, they arc responsible for the ethical review of ren eviden I Panel member Or. Lock There manyn kinds of have [hem assessed by their doctor h s fist incidence of knee and hip replacement requests to conduct research in more than one Nuu- chah -nulth community. Upon dementia. Brosseau PY i othera P and leadingß Alzheimer's Disease s one kind, which as they could be suffering from a member in evidence bawd practice, says surgeries. "A populations based, public hearts work request, the Research Ethics Committee can also review requests to conduct r has a gradual onset, is progressive, has reversible condition such as here is strong evidence that "therapeutic health strategy to restore healthy physical research in an individual community. a loss of short term and long term depression, infection, side effects exercise is an effective mean. to achieve activity and eating will mitigate the impact The members of the Research Ethics Committee are: Larry Baird, Dole. Watts, memory, impaired abstract thinking, of drags, a thyroid condition, pin relief, improve strength, reduce of arthritis and ultimately may delay or Hiisteaak Shilth -iis Teech -Maa Matthew Lucas, Karla Point and Helen Dick. impaired judgement, brain shrinkage, Vitamin 1312 deficiency, etc. A swollen joints and improve function." She reduce the need for total joint replacement", If you are interested in conducting research, please note the following deadlines for (Coming from the Heart) but no history of strokes. In this thorough investigation is essential, added that this means less sick leave and a remarked Laurie Hurley, a physiotherapist submitting an application: disease, brain cells die as a result of prior to diagnosis. If someone better quality of life. and Senior Director, Arthritis Programs at Application Deadline Application Review The Arthritis Society's Ontario Division. Are you at risk for Heart Disease? plaques and tangles. There is no known does have a dementia, contact A Canadian study of patients with November 15, 2005 December 12, 2005 cause yet, but there are risk factors: old your home care nurse for advice Rheumatoid Arthritis showed that those Physiotherapy begins with a medical Risk Factors Applications can be obtained by submitting a request to Lynette Ramp.. age, family history (for those who get it and support for both yourself and who followed home -based physiotherapy history and physical assessment Mai Age Gender (REC resource person). (250) 724 -5757 or through e-mail at at a young age), Down Syndrome, your family member. pogrom improved with the treatment and includes an analysis of function and gait. Family History High Blood Pressure Manama yluuchdnoRh.org. head injury, and less than 6 yr. Written by Mary Rimming... were able to maimain the results one year The treatment is then tailored to the education. 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LiviWag Program Worker Department Coordinator of the buildings, moisture will condense Page 14 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 - Page 15 Birthdays and Congratulations poets nook In Memoriam - tatakwal1 appy !H13th ri She Is Who She Is Birthday to My true friend In Memory of Ronnie Sonny Joe Jr. Lillian on By Gloria Ashaeker John Because of Me Words cannot express or change how much September My true friend I need you to know She grew up around to many you are missed 5th and Deep in my bean you are my bee negative issues Day by day, year by year, life's journey congrats on 1131 We are tested through life's hard trials This has come back badly armies on with heartfelt family memories your This me and you know haunting me of you scholarship! All it rakes is that one call She's only repeating what she It hasn't been the same without you Love from phone 45"5"31b4 My true bro thank you for always being there shouldn't have seen growing up with the family. She is who she is because of me lase., You brighten my day knowing you truly care Your smile, your strength, your energy and My true friend! need you to know Authority issues keeps her from ring nature will always be with us as we /r yf grandma Effie Congratulations to Colleen Mack and Deep in my heart you are my bra coming home this 1 know journey through life. Happy Birthday to our nephew Cariito and family. Terry Edgers on the birth of their son Mom When times are rough it's always you It buns me so deeply it's hard to We will share our great thoughts and Livingstone on August 24th and Happy Gregory Terrence Audie Edgar. Ile 1 responding let her go of you. Birthday to our brother -in -law Cyril was bom at Nanaomo General Hospital You my I only want what's best for her We ill Livingstone on Sept. 3rd. From Dave & 111 ¡c_ true bro you're the only one always remember you, love you, on July 27th, at 5:15 am, and weighed who's not pretending this I need her to know and cherish Annie Watts and the Ross family. 71 our time with you little Ronnie. 81bs., 8.5 or. Congratulations from Life for me and you may become the roughest She is who shots because of me Love always your dad, Ronnie Sr., your August 15 - Happy 25th Birthday Andrew and Karen Mack. of times Missing my baby girl has tom Mom, S. Anne Joseph, your sisters Lisa We Dorothy Angeline Wilson. Love your would July 30 - Congratulations to Debbie and You and me know it's hit us behind doors my world apart and family, Jolene and family and sister Pearl, Violet, Lisa, Danny, Mike, March, tr-1 Ike to I Robin Mack on the birth of their 4th crying wished I brought her up in this family, and your Big Brother Les Joe. tí wish our Marvin, Amos and mister and the toe My true friend I need you to know world better family. son, Noonan Cecil Charlie Mack, who was bom at WCGH at 9:39 an and Deep in my heart you are my bro Knowing my wrongs has me Dakota I would like to wish my husband a very living in life's cold dark goner In Loving Memory of Amber Star Little 11/ t4,11. I would weighed labs.. 15.5 az. From Andrew Chit chatting with you has made me honestly Dawson a She is who she is because of me happy 2nd anniversary for August 23rd. "Us 5 v liken and Karen Mack. feel better Born 27 August, 1981 - passed 21 December, 2004 sin happy She's and gone she now lives I off 005. Another great year under our wish our I now realize you are everything I miss about A Birthday thought for you! 12th belts, lets have 50 more great years! 1 niece any brother in my home town - birthday love you with all my beam. You are my tr Tamara You am placed by my side from heaven above She says she loves it there she As days peas and nights fade away she for July lever and my best friend, Andrew; I _south, It's priceless just to know I finally have a says that's where belongs my mind wanders, and i think of you Family over there help my 39th. don) know what 1 would do without - J Sheen a shoulder to lean on i ember our time together daughter to be strong Soon, you ou! Let's have another awesome verY My true friend I need you to know our stupid fights, our meaningless celebration to match last Love She is who she is because of me `/ will be a years Happy Deep in my heap you are my bro pranks Y l Aunts uncles and other family teenager, oh my son, you are growing from your better half, Mt. Mack. 17th My poem to you I hope it truly brightens your our quiet times, moments only you and i sá1Lt'ar`lí Bet I 'h members please take her under up too fast! Have a great year Son. Birthday. day shared Joe Campbell Jr Enjoy your special day your wings Lots of love from Mom, Dad, And Big Hope you enjoy your special day. Love Hear my precious words to you I am saying i remember little things gone unnoticed August 19, we love you. Happy belay Her heart and her mind is set on Sister, Mercediese. you lots! Uncle Casey, Aunty Tanta and Day by day let's keep on preciously praying by others Ina Dick, have a awesome day August Kids. Mc and you we have to have pure faith slaying with you this she's very freckle, the sparkle you smile Happy 5th birthday to my Nephew E _ 2 . Happy b -day Esther Robinson, have I would like m wish ire wonderful Hard times for us will soon be over this we feeling brought, your very loving stare ti Love from Sid, Sharleen and family. [teem W P Tate for August 5th. Hope a great day August 21. Happy b-day husband Sid D. Dick Sr a very special have to keep on believing You know the circumstances help today these thoughts go us through r you had a great day, love a uncle Hunter Sam, have a great day We would like to wish Tim from all you is all you whole and happy 204! Anniversary for August My true friend I need you to know of I'm each and everyday we don't have you Taylor bunch. Love from Aunty Karen, Uncle August 22. We Love you all have Sr a Happy Birthday for August Deep in my heart you are my bra pleading now you are free of pain, ache and fears 12. Many more to Love from 15t. We have overcome the many Andrew, and cousins Mercediese and special day and enjoy. Love from Sandy, coma This I honestly need you to realize and know By Gloria Attacker (John) no more sick and no more tears your neighbours obstacles in our life and sailed through .MF.is Dakota. Scottie, Qaamina & Kylee Sam Sid, Sharleen & family. Nick Touchier this is for you love you bra through our pain we smile and go on it with a breeze because of the love we We would like to wish our with everyday life although we think it's see you ...-hose you Special Happy 6th Birthday share for each other. It's amazing and ni loo4j Very special Happy eh Shaunmy Thomas, enjoy your special wonderful mice Judy -arm Jimmy a wrong shows in every way so wonderful that we are so blessed to To my sister Louise, children, Wai ka& vas Boa Tapi Rawaaf Birthday to my Queen Kylee C.R. Sam. Happy Birthday for August 5th. Hope for our kids we laugh and stay strong in those who loved you most we still day Sept. 1st. Love you. Love from have our own little family growing, we grandchildren A friends. II ill kash nabs has thta p! haawaylth Babe you are growing l you had a great day cause you deserve so sister dear, although we miss you feel love roe so fast, Scottie, Domino. Sandy & Kylee. are gilled with two beautiful Another year has gone by and it is Praise the light of day, the creator your each we hold a piece you remember your first steps, you started nothing but the best. Love from uncle another year without our loved on who day of in all our kids Special Happy Birthday gramma granddaughters and one handsome little kook Soak' aril sou tit limas) off wanting to run, now babe you arc Sid, auntie Sharleen and family. our presents is felt, through each little although it's just a little piece, right been Darlene Hick Have a great day August grandson. Life couldn't get any better took his life. I still remember how Thlak thlaksva etsh son filth hoawaylth very fast, very athletic, very smart. Our We would like to wish our sister smile they give you still live 13. Very special people were bom this than that. Hope your day is special as handsome he was and fun to be around We are pleading with you creator beautiful baby enjoy your special day Judy Joe a Happy Birthday for August So Cy on sister dear, free of heartache day me & you are. Love you 4 and 1 miss him so dearly. gramma. you are tome. Love you from the }inlay sti August 13, we make it extra special 10. Love from your bro Sid. Sharleen Qaa cii7 a and sorrow will Love from Kylee Sam. bottom of my heart always. Your better To anyone who is feeling so down, teach for ore girl. We love and family. Kato nee in the -milks otee knowing through our kids, you will you queen. Love Happy belated Birthday to July half Sharleen Dick. out, talk about what you are going always Mom, bro's Scottie, For Danny Watts, Esq. on Give us strength always hoe to see tomorrow Qaamina, Joseph on August 16. From Harold and through, talk to a friend, family member gramma Ruth, grandpa Qaamina, August 24th -Happy Birthday to the Old Hash Vs Pin Banat Happy Birthday Bub - We Miss you auntie Elaine. Reid's Birthday. has been or professional. 756 It Ilene a pin Ith Katrina, Unck at K !eekhoot from his many niece, lava 4. know that words can express uncles Hunter, Jeremy and your This is to my mother Bella The anniversary of the lost of my changed to September 10th at 4:00 at Keep us strong Love your cousins. and nephews who appreciate his love Walter Mom, Dad, Sisters, Brothers, Campbell. I would like to wish her a nephew Main coining up and -1! Happy Birthday to Too and generosity. the Eagles Hall, 2965 Jacob Road, Oaa maa %fain your Oh So (Howie), your Slim Shan,. uncle I wont all m know, I am thinking pit very happy birthday on august 31st. My that[ R - To family, relatives and Duncan. Thank you. Amy and Your Pretty Girl (Brittany), Your baby mother is so very special. She is very about you and 1 send you this prayer. nato Ina pilth a pin friends who are invited to Percy family. boys (mnvgie/Guy jr.) We loving and caring. I lose you bunches With Love, Mary Martin. Help us to stand with honour, dignity .1 i3wì i. would and bunches mom. Love ya. From Wai ka oas Has tapi }fawns? tespect We would like to congratulate our daughter In Loving Memory of Lanny Clarke Christopher Ross like to Elaine and Harold Why Ouch naps has thin -pi hamvaylth II Sabrina Dick and our son -in -law Bradley W Levo Marton, ka7uulCi7ath wish our August 7 -Haply Birthday t Praise the light of day, the creator September 2, 1977 - Jane 13, 1999 Frank on the birth of that handsome baby too Dora Joe. Love Pearl, Marvin, kids and Tammy 0 boy. A wonderful addition to our family. the rest of the Wilson family. G A Award Ile i our first grandson. Ile was the b t Awl Taylor Happy Birthday to my two boys CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS 1, surprise ever. We were overjoyed when he C'a ray Charles Jack to on August 26 and Mark There's a special angel in Heaven, special cam into the world. Ile was born on Narratives of Desire: Finding Home J.T. Jack (lot Bishop) on August 23. That i r and August 4, 2005 at 10:40 p.m. and weighed 7 Love you both bunches and bunches. [ is 10,1 shirr/rwhere mooed him lbs 5 oz. His name is Bradley Wesley Frank A Clayoquot Sound Anthology happy From Mom & Harold. Rut where God wanted him to be. Jr. We couldn't be more happier. He is so Calling all writers from Tla -o- quo -aht, Ahousaht and Hesquiaht nations... We birthday We would like to wish Tanya He was here heat a moment. precious to us. Ile is rich with four uncles Sid Jr, Rick, Sheldon, Steven and one are scorching for quality works which discuss the connection between nature and for August. Love from Uncle Sid, (Taylor) Bill a Happy Birthday for Like a night non' share,, star. aunt, Sylvia. two beautiful cousins Shawntaye and Mackenzie. Grandpa Sid Dick Jr home. The resulting anthology will contain selections from writers of various auntie Sharleen and family. August 8. Hope you have a great day. And though lie is in Heaven and Grandma Sharleen Dick. Great Grandparents An and Valerie Coates. Great cultural and class backgrounds. Not just as a settled place, home can be many Ile lent wry fibs A very 5 We would great -grandmother Rose Coates. Last but not least proud and happy grandmother thongs -a state of mind, a connection to the past, a relationship or a solitary quest. a ItS like to He touched the hearts gfmany ,7. happy wish and first grandchild for Tina Titian (mother of Brad Se) First nephew for Stacy and do you this basic value and it as you search for solace in our How perceive reshape Lae only on angel can da . birthday to Jaz (Brad Sr. sisters). Congratulations to you, Tina for your first grand child. We beautiful or with nature? Please send NON -FICTION PROSE, maximum 20 typed I would've held him wary minute, our beautiful are so happy for you. It was great having you stay with us for awhile until grandson granddaughter double- spaced pages, to both editors electronically or by mail. Previously written If the end lonly knew. . daughter Mackenzie vas born. You're more than welcome to stay with us anytime you want and as long work (essays or selection from a book) will be considered. For more information, So I send this special message. Rayarme Kermit heati as you want. We enjoyed your company. Remember, we are family now because of contact the editors below. To Heaven up above. Sheens who our beautiful bundle of joy. With all our love to you daughter Sabrina & son Brad, Mack a very Please take care angel, will be Ton Tina, Stacy, Jaz, Dad (Sid Sr). Mom (Sharleen), Sid Jr- Sylvia, Rick, Sheldon, DEADLINE: September 1st, 2005 May spend and happy And semi him all my love! August 26. Steven and your beautiful nieces Shawntaye and Mackenzie (cousins for baby Brad). st birthday for SEND YOUR WORK TO: Love you so Wed also like to congratulate Sylvester Frank and Margaret Tom on the birth of Andrea Lebowitz, 372 East 5th Street, North Vancouver BC, V7L !L9 , July 31st. h. .- Many much baby! their fast grandchild, Bradley Wesley Frank Jr. Your gonna have to come to Pon more to come pretty girl. Love you or by email to [email protected] [- s Also to more Mien start visiting your grandson. You're welcome to tome see him whole hunch from Grandpa AND With loving memories of you on your birthday Tamara who will be 17 on August 26th Sid, anytime you want. So don't be strangers. Ile is such a precious tilde angel who is Grandma Sharleen, Uncles Sid Jr, Lowther, Box 127. BC VOR 2Z0 or by email to and always from your family as well!!! Love you girls! Your loved a lot Ile is rich with grandparents who adore him a lot Again, Christine TOR.. Sheldon, Steven, Brad, Annie & (have Worts and family, family, the Sheens tribe. Casey Tanis. Auntie Sabrina congratulations to you bah. From Sid, Shorties Sid Jr, Sylvia, Rick, Sheldon, raggy @island.net. NOTE: This address is unable to open pdf files. The Ross and Livingstone family. Kayla, Tyler, Tharron, and Danish. and your new cousin Brad Jr. Steven, Shawntaye and Mackenzie

a V Ha- Shiloh -$n - August 25, 2005 - Page 17 16 - - August 25, 2005 Page Ha- Shilth -Sa Interested Caterers Tribe Members Career - gest- Nuu -chah -nulth Registry and Treaty Information ... Attention Uchucklesaht The "NTC Annual Health- ability Gathering 2005" is scheduled for: Opportunities cab- to -mis Registering events are very important! and descendants Date: Tuesday, September 20 & Wednesday, September 21, 2005. Birth Registrations: It is important to gel baby registered as soon as (wo Place: Mahn Mates Gymnasium, Port Alberni Resource Social Worker consent for Registration harem,,, Lunch: Provided on Both days - Soup & Sandwich (60 persons ) possible. You must complete the parental We are currently accepting applications for enrolment in the of Band Affiliation form and provide the LARGE form birth certificate, these Dinner Provided on Tuesday (100 persons) Nuu- chah -nulth Community and Human Services (CHS) is full consent forms can be obtained through your Band Office or at the NTC Maa -Nulth Treaty. seeking -time Resource Social Worker to join the Child IS Welfare Program Team. Rased out of Port Alberni, Once. Registration takes 6 - 8 weeks. This notice is posted in our effort to ensure that applications NTC LOOKING FOR CATERING SERVICES FOR THIS MEETING this position provides all OSSIA services at a Tribal Council Transfers: Are you wishing to transfer to another Band? Write to the Band for enrolment forms are available for every known person PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF FOOD SAFE CERTIFICATES IS level to Bands and members of Bands with whom he/she has liaison responsibility. you want to transfer into. Once accepted you will need to complete a consent REQUIRED FOR THOSE SUBMITTING BIDS. The Resource Social who may be eligible to be enrolled as beneficiaries of the Worker will operate under the Child, Family and Community Services Act, to transfer form, also, notify the Band you are currently in and let them know and Maa -nulth final agreement Caterers will be expected to: the Family Relations Act of British Columbia in placing children into foster your intentions. For further information, please contact Tina Robinson at the Prepare and serve above mentioned meals homes. - Marriages, divorces, name change, deaths: Please provide appropriate Provide coffee, tea, unsweetened juice & water throughout each day Responsibilities will also include: certificates to up date the Indian Registry Lists. A consent limn needs to be Uchucklesaht Tribe Office. Phone - 250.724.1832 or Toll Free Provide a healthy at each coffee break, i.e. muffins fruit for each day Actively recruit completed for any name changes. 1.888.724.1832. foster homes through advertising, etc. Caterers will also be expected to clean up after each meal. Orientation of new and prospective Are you turning 18 soon? If you would like your own registration number Child Care Resources (application process Please note: and Resource Home Education Program) then you have aube,) a letter of request Process also takes 6 - 8 weeks (no TLA -O -AHT TRIBE Coffee, tea, juice and water at start of each day Oncto -one support services to Foster Parents longer automatic). -QUI MEMBERS Coffee, tea, juice, water and chumaa for approx. 60 people served at mid morning To be available for weekend duty coverage, office duty coverage and other All documents are to be submitted to Rosie Little - Indian Registry If you are not receiving "Inside Tla- n.qui'ahr newsletter please call your & mid afternoon Tuesday AND midmorning on Wednesday. related duties Administrator at the NTC Office. with the exception of Ditidaht, Hesquiaht, address in ASAP. This mailing list is also used for important tribal m, loot. Also note: the following motion was pawed at last year's AGM: To consult with Social Workers on an on -going basis of development of ay -ahl and Tla- o- qui -ahL Contact these First Nations directly. To have a you may not want to miss Huo- ..Ter advise the caterers of providing healthy snacks to support healthy Isle, n Resources and Training; on going Forward your address to: Carla Mons c/o Tla- o- qui -zht First Nations, Box 18, l planning with guardianship/protection Social status card issued through NTC from these four First Nations please have your If you arc interested please submit your bid and sample menu to: Workers on ease Tofino, B.C., VOR 2Z0. Phone: 250- 725 -2765, email: omosseisland.net planning Indian Registry Administrator fax appro. al and your information prior to Hand Deliver to NTC Once: Attention: Arlene Bill Qualifications: Fax: 250- 725 -4233 attn: Carla Moss coming into the office if possible. At 5001 Mission Road Bachelor of Social Work Degree or related degree. Does your First Nation have their membership code In placet If so, and TSESHAHT FIRST NATION CULTURAL RESOURCE CENTRE Pon Alberni, BC Having Delegated Authority will be considered an asset. you would like the above events recorded for "BAND MEMBERSHIP" then it Open to anyone interested in learning more about Tseshaht history. 5000 Or by fax: (250) 723 -0463 Knowledge of Nuu- chah -nulth governance. culture and is EQUALLY AS IMPORTANT that you contact them as well. Mission Rd. - Chi- chu -aht House/ Tseshaht Treaty office. We have a toll free THE DEADLINE FOR ALL CATERING BIDS IS NO LATER THAN 4:30PM traditions; or being a First Nations person will be considered Your First Nation needs your current address and phone number so they umber available for Tseshaht members (which also houses our membership and Friday September 981 2005, Only the successful caterer win he contacted. an asset. can contact you regarding Treaty developments, letters and bulletins. Natural Resources Office. If you want your addresses included for treaty updates Must have a car and valid drivers licence.

First Nation phone numbers and addresses are listed below for your and Tribal bulletins call on (email: cape wshah(clm I with your address. 1-866- Provide acceptable references and criminal record check. 724-4225. Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Except Interested Caterers Knowledge of related legislation and processing noun documents. holidays). For mom information contact us at (250) 724 -4229. or toll free at 1 -866- For further information contact Charlotte Rampanen at: (250) 724 -3232. The NTC Annual Assembly is scheduled for Ahousaht 724 -4229. Send applications by Aaeust 29th 205 to: Dale Thursday, September 22, 2005 & Friday, September 23, 2005. (250) 670 -9563 - Fax: (250) 670 -9696 Naa -chah nalth Tribal Council, PO Box 1383, Port Alberni, BC VOY 7M2 í TO ALL TLA O QUI -AHT FIRST NATIONS MEMBERS Place: Mara Malts Gymnasium, Pon Alberni General Delivery Ahousaht, B.C. VOR IA0 047 Attn.: Human Resource Manager Time: 9:00am each day 'Hello everyone I am working as the Indian Registry Administrator (back up) I Fax: (250) 723-0463 would hike to update my mailing list, may you please call it in to me at the office Breakf t: Provided on Thursday & Friday (100 persons) Email: hr @nanehahnalth.org (Word and roil attachments accepted) Dittdaht First Nation either fax or mail would be greatly appreciated Are you and / or children Lunch: Provided on Thursday & Friday (200 persons) - 745 l- 888 -745 -3366 Fax: (250) -3332 registered? If your newborn baby has not I need Dinner: Provided on Thursday & Friday 1410 persons) been registered yet a copy of the Quu'as West Coast Trail Society is putting on two seminars, 1 PO Box 340 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y 7M8 large birth certificate and register. Also if there are any deaths, marriages, and NTC IS LOOKING FOR CATERING SERVICES FOR THIS MEETING mar divorces I would like the proper certificates brought in so 1 can register them as PLEASE NOTE THAT COPY OF FOOD SAFE CERTIFICATES IS one on financial management and one on the roles and Ehattesaht F well. REQUIRED FOR THOSE SUBMITTING BIDS. responsibilities of the Directors or Council and the staff. rsnre Hams my Onticah/ Caterers will be expected to: 1- 888 -761 -4155 - Fax: (250) 761 -4156 F /do curds from office in ss.. Prepare and serve above mentioned meals Any gammas please call me at work 725 -3233 /f 725 -4233 Seminars will he presented by Tom Abbott of Association Management PO Box 59 Zeballos, B.C. VOP 2A0 nt Provide coffee, tea, ante, Thank yna Harf/ Cools (ITN IRA) unsweetened juice throughout each day Consultants Inc. Provide a healthy snack at each coffee break, fruit for i.e. comma and each day The seminar on financial management will include: e Hesquiaht First Nation To All Ucluel et First Nation Members Caterers will also be expected to clean up after each meal. New Toll Free l- 866- 670 -1181 - Fax: (250) 670 -1102 Please note.- 6 1. Planning and Financial Budgeting Hello everyone, I have recently been hind as the Eligibility & Enrollment water PO Box 2000 Tofino, B.C. VOR 2Z0 Coffee, tea and at start of each day 2 Good Financial Management Practices Coordinator for a six month period. Pan of my job is to enroll every known person Coffee, tea, juice, water and chumaa for approx. 175 people twice !mid dash 3. Financial Ramming to the Board of Directors or Council who is eligible to he enrolled as beneficiaries of the forthcoming Mae -nulth Final morning & mid afternoon) Hupacasath First Nation 4 Government Reporting Agreement. If you have not already enrolled and if you would like inf ation on Also note: the following moons was passed at last year's AGM: (250) 724-4041 - Fax: (250) 724 -1232 5. The Role of the Audit Committee the Eligibility & Enrollment I can be reached toll free at 1- 866 -726 -2488. I am also "To advise the caterers of providing healthy snacks to support healthy Nooks " PO Box 211 Port Alberni, B.C. V9Y to keep our mailing list up to we 7M7 fling date, so if do not already have your current If you are interested please submit your. bid and sample menu to: These are all important topics and all volunteer directors or council should know this address could you please phone and let us know. Thank you Hand Deliver to NTC Office: Attention: Arlene Bill information. Ka:yv^k't'h'/Che:k'tles7eth' A15001 Mission Road Christina Klan [email protected] -

a r Page 18 - Ha- Shilth -Sa - August 25, 2005 Ha-Shilth-S a - August 25, 2005 - Paee 19 Klecko's - kekoo Community Events Arts FOR RENT: Anon -profit organization Thank you to my Switch, Bay we are forever grateful.! ADAM FRED MEMORIAL POTLATCH FOR SALE' Native designed has rooms to rent. by the day, week or 1 would like to send out a thank you to jewellery; copper, gold month Very nasnuabio rates for Room family. A feast for our family, friends and ask that each of you join us to remember our young silver, and hoard. Also, there is a Boardroom 1 would like to send out some very Papa John for building a cabin for my engraving, stone setting. Contact CLASSIFIED man for who we all knew him. On September 17th, 2005 at the Matt Mahs Gym, papa for planting a Gordon Dick by phone 723 available for rent I or mom information special thanks out to ram very loving mom, dunk you beginning at 10:00 a.m. We will close the doors to hold our opening ceremonies: we -9401. FOR SALE: In- work M r phone 7235511. family. First I want to say very special garden for Inc out in the Bay, they were WANTED: f ant looking for someone Employment Wanted/ will then serve lunch at 12:00 noon. If you have any further questions regarding this Cedar hark work by !amyl. Thle op flowna to make R. FRED A ASSOCIATES - media thank to my mother Karen Adams, for very beautiful Thank you to my bro feast, feel free to contact one of the following family members: Giro Pearson Abalone buttons. Call 72)- please anmge hens weddings with cedar now Services Offered specialists. Professional quality publishing John junior for also building the cabin 7134. taking my daughter lordyn out camping, (mom) at 723 -4727, or Darken Warts (grandma) 724 4873, or acne Watts (auntie) Carvings by Russell Tad masks. FOR SAI F: Carvings such as coffee pailla, etc. sugses, cs,, eaideo. website at feat I was not going to let lordyn go for my mother, l know you guys made it 724 -4987, or Alfred Fred (father) at 7233042, Marie Johnny (Duncan) 746 -8445 table tope, clocks, plaques, 6' totems, hahnlh bakes. of all sizessby Charlotte development, accessibility for disabilities, my mom. because she so special for all of us, to see the look on 974 -2485, out camping with grandma, granny Prone (Alert Bay) or Deane Wadhmns, aunt, 974.5472. Carpenter. Call 7252776 o 72341287. contract ring & business development. the canoes made by Charlie Mickey 731 - has two children in foster care who are my mother's face as she cut cedar A NEW GIFT STORE IN TOFINO Call Randy Fred at -0153. 417b. Place ae order my mail PO Box (201741 in diapers and I thought she would have ribbon. Thank you to my to my Aunties Kano WILL BE OPENING SOON At Bris PROFESSI(INAI available for Rocky -pit Titian 73, Zeballos, BC, VOP 2A0. her hand full already. The look of (Ina, Chad and Pearl) for going out there time. ore looking for local artists from Workshops/ Conferences. healing invites you to a feast on October 1st, 2005 at the Third Hall in Ahousaht. FOR SALE' Gamine Authentic basket heartbreak on my mother's face told me and making special memories for my Me area to sell their artwork in this more C'aksRerreats/ Canoe Journeys. Following dinner Rocky will give names to the great grandchildren of his weaving grass. Linda Edgar, phone that she really wanted to take her out So daughter I know she will have it with her For Radler lion. feel free to concoct Contract or full -time position. Holistic late parents, Ambrose and Margaret Titian. 250 -741 -1622. inf I .0 0. it,GIA HCNS the next morning as they getting ready to always, Thank you lovely ladies for Roberta Tom @ 725 -2235 or Cindy Dennis moo, and aromatherapy with essential BASKET WEAVING FOR SALE: 4. s;en,p,sn,p. mw.som,mu leave Stitcher Bay, my mom called always being there for my mother and id 725 -1279. oils by Raven Touch. Please contact for Jack Family Potlatch Grad Hat Regalia, Baskets, Weaving Poormovv rNa,m my little family, we love for all that you Eileen Tonchic 5250-726.7369 or 726- me over and told me that she went material. specializing ill Maquina Hat aaewµac who Ben lack Sr, and Clarence Newman will be hosting a Family Potlatch on October 8, Aolonlotl3 t' rawosn (sin shopping and bought all lordyn's have done for us and for you are (as Earrings. Available to teach at FOR RENT: Equipment for were point 2005 starling 10 a.m. sharp.. The is in the name of Christopher lack. We favourite snacks and she really wood to lordyn calls you her crazy grandmas). potlatch confers., and workshops. Call Julie D &M Al TOCLEAN' "We'll do your to and us. We and DVD presentation. Projector and take her, so we said okay she could go .would like to apologize to my family invite you come join will be doing Cleansing Ceremonies for Joseph (250) 729 -9819. dirty work" Automobile cleaning and Room to two. Screen. By the hoar or day. Deposit out because they really wanted her to go for not being there with all of you, but numerous embers of the family. We will he giving Indian names to the newest WANTED: whale teeth, whalebones, renewal. CARS - TRUCKS - RV'S - required. Telephone: 250.724 -5290. with them. I want to thank you mom for you are all well aware of the reasons members of the family. If you have any inquiries please call Claire Newman at mastodon ivory and Russian blue cobalt BOATS. 7429 Pacific Rim Highway. WANTED: NUN women totem we always us and why we were not able to be there, but f (250) 957 -2487 or Ben lack Se. (250) 283 -7337 or email Claire Newman at being them for especially trade beads Lv. msg. For Steve and Phone 720 -2211. fantastic Man Kay team. Perfect way to clernoejoan @hotmail.mm. Thank you. Ben Jack Sr and Newman for lordyn. I know she really needed to ant you all to know we are going to be Clare. Elsie John 55,604833 -3645 meld PROFESSIONAL BODYWORK: Mgt in a hone based business. be there with our family for all that we there next year. #141 -7206 St. New Westminster BC Will do professional bodywork and Call me for none information Rosalee have been through, to thank you so Love always from Margarita and lordyn DAVID FAMILY MEMORIAL POTLATCH V3L3C5. painting. 14 years experience. LNG TRUCKING SERVICE- Moving Brown 53854906 or email much mom, we love you so much and Frank And John C. Manson FOR SALE: Native painting. Call And Hauling, Roo.* Rates. Tom Gus, rosalab 6154excite.com The David family will be hosting a memorial potlatch for the Late Dan David Experienced, certified rs welder ou site. Brace Nookemus (250) 728 -2397 5231 Honor Road, Pon .116cmi B.C. BOARDROOMS FOR RENT: At Me Saturday October 15, 2005 at the Tofino Community Hall starting at noon. Marcel Dorward. 723 -1033. WHOPULTHEEATUIt- Sandra Phone: (2501724.3975. Tseshaht Administrative Buildings, Port We are looking for Ka:'yo:'k'FN /Chek:tlespet'h' members current mailing The family cordially invites you to join us to remember our late husband, father, FORSALF: 1989 Ford Econoline 17 Howard, Mowaohaht Cedar Weaver. FOR HIRE:Pickup truck and driver. Need Alberni. For mare information call the addresses. In particular, the Olebars who live in the U.S, Delia Charlie of brother, uncle and grandfather. passenger bus. Auto, nuns great. $5500 Hats, Caps, Pouches, Baskets, Mats, meshing transported or towed? Tscshaht First Nations Office at (250) 724- Wa. you have any questions please feel free obo 723 -2308. Manchester Washington, Elizabeth games of Bnrien Also looking for If to contact Debbie David at (250) 725 -3335 and Roses for Sale. Price Negotiable. Irany remove kronur, fridge, stoves, 1225 or toll fine 1-8g5724 -1225. any of Short members, and those who live at Vancouver. FOR SALE: 1990 Ford 2 und 1 ton crew family office or (250) 725 -2723 home after 4 30pm or Ernest David at (250) 725 -2792.. Barter or Trade. Ph: 250- 283 -7628. outboard motors, your boat, came or navel Having a little bauble keeoiae an to cab an propane. $2500. 735-0833. Please Contact the Kyuquet Bander office. Lenora or Daisy at, 1 -888 817- mail:[email protected]. trailer towed or moved. By the km and by your lawn erowth and yard 1993 Honda Del 8716, or fax to (250) 332 -5210, or email to kchertgtsislandnet.. ROSE AMBROSF Basket weaving, FOR SALE: Sol Si. the hour Call 250- 724 -5290. urea Call Ozzie & Darryl or 165,000 kens, 5 spd., body kit, We look forward to hearing from our members who live away from home Classifieds continued shawls, baskets, headbands, roses, etc. blue, natal Advisory fm Histories, Governance, Iowaleave message at my home. Reasonable and the Sooner the better. Also teach 723 -2106. mac* white rims, removable top, and Constitutions (forming governments). rues for mowing and weed eating! 'work EDE Name Change partial turbo kit, and more. $9,000. 735- tact Harry Lucas, at 724 -2313. until 2:00 p.m. every day and home by Chou. Daisy Hanson NOOTKA ART GOLD & SILVER: SALE: Public Notification 2225. Willard. NUU- CHAR- NIILTH NATIVE' 2:30 Lmmobssa mobs at Daryl Watts Weal Coast rings, bracelets, pendants, and stone July 5, 2005. FOR SALE - 1997 Ford Aerostar Van. LANGUAGE' Transcribing in phonetics - 0730-2880. settings by Gideon Smith. Saks - this Shopping for meetings, Indian Residential School Survivors Society Jennifer L. MILLER year till. year -end spend SISO on silver Very good condition, has been cared for research projects, personal use. Baskets. Hourly rates. Phone Harry Lucas has changed her name to jewelry and get Soi off on next item. and used spanngly. Call 1560 -645 -2019 at 724- M iscel miteous ¡,sir National Survivors Support Line Made by 2313. Jennifer L. TOUCHIE. Orders over $150 can be delivered as far evenings after 6 30 pm. Elizabeth Little FREE 4 -SALE: GPs Ors Sz bedroom set in good 1- 866- 925 -4419 Lavern as Part Alberni to s Victoria and Parker. LANGUAGE GLASSES: at Frank. Tc Campbell River with a SIS delivery Hupacasaih Hale Lansuage roam. -Tat cod, headmard w/mirror, 4 drawer (Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week) make an order call 250 -726 -2604th), FOR SALE: 318, 84 Dodge, 17 A IO ". charge. Phone 2507519012. Manne Taus, Monday and Wednesday Nights. 7 dresser w/minor. night stand. Asking 9 pm. $15000. Call 720 -0302 Are you a survivor of residential schools? Are you an 250 -725- 3367(w). mon- fri lam. electric hookup, rebuilt tranie, good BOAT FOR SAI T. 1992 25 foot Raider. pm to (Bring your own pen and paper). Parenting and WFSTCOAST TRANSITION 4:30pm. running order, propane stove, double 'House. of Witt- CInaer Aluminum cabin, open fore and aft deck, Skills for Parents intergenerational survivor? Do you need to talk? bed, micowme, fridge, closeWathreom, Tara. Fridays fmm3 -4 pm. EVERYONE HOUSE EMERGENCY SHELTER: ,r .r. Aborts Mal Fowl, n adjustable outboat bracket, tandem The Survivors Line is available to all Aboriginal people affected by their IS WELCOME. mu klew. Edward For Abused Women and their Children on ;,1r1"' dining table, storage. Moving must sell. galvanized trailer. 519.900 without residential school experience or the experience of others. We are survivors of $2500. by Aug 7th. Phone Gideon Tomsk Certified Linguist call 2a hours toll free. 1-877 -726 -2020. amp engine, $29,900 with 2001 - 225 Marc residential schools too. We understand the issues and we have information that ara ww TALENTS HLIS: SHARE YOUR PORT AI BERNI TRANSITION Smith 751 -9412. [. mr Optima& Call Roger Francor 723 -4005 might help lust saying hello is a good place to start. izo, 2.50) sK rmn tvsot -7875 TALENTS WITH YOUR FI DERS: HOUSE: Call 724 -2223 or call the . Ira a e...a..m,rke.Ft.qur.r.a.. HOÁt,O MVrRoper -no liuense. volunteers required the Give it a try. You can take your time. We care and we promise to listen. ri LES SAM for following: nearest local shelter or crisis center. IJ 40' fiberglass. &loot Roller. Fully teach basket °Give demonstrations 9and/or General information Line: 1- 800 -721 -0066 Website: www.rrsss.en F CONS rleu/..nory HELP LINE FOR CHILDREN: grr equipped. Freezer system only 2 years weaving, carving, painting, o, ti We also 310 -1234. For Sale: 28', 1983 Spirit Command old. Harold Little (250) 670 -2477. need cultural entertahuueut. Contact WATER: Medical Equipment such as bridge. hardtop stem roof, all new FOR SAI F - 40' Ex- holler and Spring Darlene Erickson at 724 -5655. wheelchairs etc. Can be dropped off at the canvas & canopy, twin 350 Chev nets made to order. Call Robert Johnson FIRST AID TRAINING/ Canadian Red 'hashes Band Office. 5000 Mission Road, engines (570 hrs), Volvo dual props, , Sc (250) 724 -0799. Cross Certified First Aid Instructors Lavern Port Alberni. Contact Gail K. Gus at 724- F FOR SALE: Area "G" AI Troll License and Alex Frank are available to teach First MISSING PERSON hydraulic steering, anchor winch, all - wlJO1U -nroe.msr 1225. 1 limes Swan, AHOUSAHT 37.5 ft. Contact Louie Frank Sr. at 250- Aid to your group, office, or community. electronics. kitchen, bathroom, security 9T103.51Olk FOR SAI F: Custom built food cart with ..,}.p Age: 21 ARTIST, leave a Classes can have up to 24 students. Phone system, hot water. $49,000 obo Call NATIVE Originai paintings, 670 9573 or message at the grill deep fryer, sink, water pump, and 1 41;? 1 Height, 5'4" and carvings (can customize orders) Ahousaht Administration Office at (2501725 3367 or (250) 72ót2604 for more 250- 1 (250) 723-1496 lots of storage. I owner. $6500, obo 724- Weight: 115 lbs. P O.' 84 Ahausmht Ill - VOR IA0 670-9563. information. - h, -41:11E- 4383. I. home (250) 670 -2436 cell (250) 731- FOR SALE: New and Used Barclay $WEEPY'S CLEANING SERVICES: FOR SALE: TREK 800 Unisex Mountain Rapreren4 Designs Ernst Nations Samantha Gus: Need some Claming done? Long dark hair, brown eyes. 5304 sans ahouuhuroistoncom Sound Sockeye Nets. (250) 923-9864. Bike, brand new condition (used flues, easw Graphics. Specializing in Native Vinyl Don't have enough[ time? Good rates. Call wihayealbcmi.net WANTED: Ill'' 19' Fiberglass Deep V Blue and Silver, kickstand and back 4-4911110 Decks. (Custom Made/MI Sizes). All 723 -7645 message 724 -2763. She was wearing a Fishing Boat, Soft Top, (Double Eagle, aloes @ wheel -rack included. $35000 Call 724- s types of Native Graphics. Call Now! Windows, dishes, vacuuming, laundry, walls. black skirt, black top. Hourston, etc) Call Dale or Barb @ 3420. Celeste tacker. Ph: 604 -928 -2157 or shelves, etc Custodial/ lam eol crnìficd. high black boots. Missing/misplaced. Precious shawl. Ben cDautd 250 - 283 - 7149. FOR SAI F. 4 15' x 9' pool table, 2 years Email: ledybsave05 5hotmail.com cAlm-ebo-wQtk Commercial house keeping/ Nrmee making A silver hooped necklace. Please retum call 250 -724 -5290. No CANOE BUILDING: Will build canoe, old, $2000. 728 -3537. wakedwwl linst.,Vehaa,Adtal certified and Food safe. questions asked. Klan. teach how to build canoe. Call Harry FOR SAT F. 1100 motorized wheel chair, W!./ FI EGANT ADVANTAGE with adjustable air seat. Brad new barmy Tattoo of a band of flowers rte Lucas 724 -1494. AND CATERING l .pypee DECORATING MISSING: Bo. .-w F charger,(value$450) colour ¡sandy apple red with a heart in the middle on FOR SAI 25' Ilas liner P o s ered by SERVICES. T bra 4711 AVE, yRb One 18" x 18' clear, display P. cwr asbmëut Value is $8000, want $3000 firm phone her right arm P k p Y 350 Chev with Volvo leg. Excellent home 723 0779 MargaretBare Robinson 5 box with woven cedar basket (circa Terry Q 2507411622 Nannmc BC condition. $11,000. 735-0833. (.:7234789, We of all ,cd,m: early 1900's) was discovered missing Foe Moe. FOR SALE: Seaside Adventures in Last wen in the Jingle Pot TYAOII Donarte CANOES MISSINGMISSIN - 30 III' Yamaha. Any Weddings, Sho'en, CSuprHosand from the Administration Office foyer of maya. Tofino $695,000.00 Serious Inquiries Call area June 17, 2002. information please contact Boyd or Josh Brunches, Dinners, Supra Host and Food LOST: Gold necklace with a lin X lin 725-3448 OR 725-8329 ask for Steve or the MuwachahhMUchalaht First Nation Fred at 723 -5114 or 724-6491. Reward. Safe Certified. sometime after Christmas. The basket Indian design butterfly pendant. Last atar as Cindy Ikon's. WANTED: Boat Trailer for 20' boat SE &ICES: RAKING Lisa Marie Young seen on my niece at the Ucluelet wJkaraa-. Flog SAIL: Anyone interested in buying approximately 12"wide x 12" long Call Michael @ 720 -6026. SERUM: The most reasonable rates! Secondary School in Match. Please call Call or Joanne (250)723-7291. sweaters & sweatpants, blankets and baby The TLA- O- QUI -AHT Band x 14 "height woven in a simple basket amwa.Trm.uc wt am FOR SAI r Nos -Different Sims, Al Jeannine Adams (5 670 -1150 or email UNDERLake NEW MANAGEMENT: Naiad,. blankets, denim handbags. Put your ceder weave style with no handles. It was in Different prices, make an offer. Trolling is offering a CASH REWARD [email protected]. Thanks. Lake Metes. Now open year road. For in with Doreen and Anna Dick at 250 204- fragik condition, collapsed and gear - offers. View - 5010 Mission Rd. reservations and other Irfrm B call 250-- 2480. OF $11,500 darkened cedar color. If you have any George Ce John Jr. Phone 723 -9894. House for sale in South Port Alberni! - 745-38. Mailing PO. Box 455, WANTED: A comfortable, clean newer information regarding the whereabouts A_. FOR SAI E. Combination Gilinet Troll in for information leading to the location of Immaculate, 1 +1 (loft) bdnns, basement, Pori Alban* B.C. y01' 9. sofa or newer style futon excellent of this Muehalaht artifact please Longline Phone sauna, all updated, fenced backyard, T.a,mi my .a Pacific Cruiser. 728- MR MARTIN THE MAGICIAN: m now condition fro, rips, marks or stains), LISA MARIE YOUNG contact Margarita lames, Director of view of Inlet, fir floors, trees, solid aaarawascea 3533 for more info. taking bookings for all entertainment reasonably priced. Pon Alberni 723 -9706. Cultural & Heritage Resources in the w... If anyone has seen Lisa or has information as to her possible whereabouts please home, great neighbourhood risrmuus sus WANTED TO RENT: 3 -5 bedroom purposes. 250 - 995 -2942. Sin i irnMn: Please loll He- Administration Office or the Gold River want call RCMP in Nanaimo (250) 754 -2345 or any RCMP Detachment. $139,900. 723-4454 house anywhere in Pan Alberni. Willing yammer BAY CONVENIENCE ShlhhSa @ 724 -5757 when you detachment of the RCMP, to pay $600650/north. Call Crystal RIME: Open year mud. Star cogs your ad deleted or revised. Think you. available. 726 Fred or Wes Price @ 723 -6028.. -8306^ - -

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